November 9 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Vivian Luenebrink, Annette Purdue & family, Tony Luenebrink & family, and April May & family in loving memory of Jerry Luenebrink, who went to his heavenly home 12 years ago today and by Dave & Cheryl Mensendiek in thanksgiving and celebration of their 46th wedding anniversary today.  May God grant you many more happy years together, Dave & Cheryl!

 

TIME & TALENT SURVEYS and A Plan For Giving worksheet are being handed out today.  Please prayerfully consider how you can be of service here in our congregation and financially help further the work of God's Kingdom here at St. John's.  Please return your completed Time & Talent Surveys to the container provided in the narthex or give them to Becky in the church office.

 

SCHEDULING for taking family pictures for the church directory will be done after worship TODAY, and next Sunday, November 16.  Check the sign-up tables in the narthex.  Questions???  Contact Beth Burbrink (812-343-2856).

 

THE FOUNDATION BOARD will meet in the sanctuary TODAY after worship.

 

THE ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN luncheon and program will be held here TODAY, with serving to begin at 11:30 AM (meal being provided).  Come and enjoy a delicious meal and learn about the important help the local Orphan Grain Train gives to those in need.

 

AN ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE continues yet today.  A trailer is parked on the church/school grounds to receive items.  Thanks for your support of this project, sponsored by our school's parent organization, the WCA.

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded to RSVP to Jean Voelker or Kathryn Taulman today for this Wednesday's 11:00 AM holiday party at Stahl's Cafe, Brownstown.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet next Sunday at 5:30 PM for supper and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

2014 PLEDGE:  Several people have requested an update for their school expansion pledge for 2014.  At this time, if you would like an update, please feel free to contact our Building Fund treasurer, Janet Morey, at j.a.morey@icloud.com or 812-350-6238.

 

A VETERAN'S DAY PROGRAM will be held here at White Creek this Tuesday, November 11, at 9:30 AM in our gym.  All are invited to this program which will feature a slide show of veterans and active military service people related to our congregation and school students.

 

"MANY THANKS TO all for the prayers and cards, with a special thanks to Pastor Cook for his support and to those who donated to and /or helped with the funeral dinner.  Your kindnesses are deeply appreciated." - The family of Delbert Kinsey

 

PHONE NUMBERS:  If you have recently changed phone numbers or given up your home phone and just using a cell phone, please give that information to Becky so records can be updated for our upcoming church directory.  Thanks!

 

THOSE WINNING gift cards in last Sunday's Thrivent election drawing include Mallory Meyer (grand prize), Debbie Schroer, Janet Morey, Donna Dettmer, Doyce Eckelman, Evan Otte, Emila Fowler, Rachel Kidd, John Schroer, Brian Purdue, and Paul Otte.  If you  have not yet received your gift card, please see Jan Buss.

 

TICKETS FOR our school's Basket Bingo Night this coming Friday, November 14, are available from any WCLS student or through the school office.  Cost is $20/ticket.

 

EMILY COOK'S new devotional book, Between Seasons, devotions for those who wait for Spring, is now available for purchase in the church office for $7.00.

 

EMMANUEL, DUDLEYTOWN, will be holding their annual Harvest Festival Supper & Bazaar today from 3:30-7:00 PM.  A free-will donation will be received with Thrivent matching funds.  Everyone invited.

 

AN ORGAN RECITAL will be presented by Katie Timm, doctoral organ student at IU Jacobs School of Music, on Friday, November 21, at 7:30 PM at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Clifty.  Everyone is invited.  Admission is free.

 

BUTTER BRAID/CHEESECAKE orders are being taken through Wednesday this week.  Order forms are available in the narthex or call Becky in the church office if interested in ordering.

November 2 Weekly News

PERSONS ARE REMINDED that their 2014 pledge to our "Arise and Build" building program was due by October 31.  Pledge envelopes are available in the narthex.

 

GROUP PICTURES for our upcoming church directory will be taken after worship TODAY with the following schedule:  Board of Elders, Church Council, Board of Education, Church Trustees, Ushers, Altar Guild, Beautification.  Youth groups will be taken at their meeting.

 

SCHEDULING for taking family pictures for the church directory will be done after worship TODAY, and November 9, and 16.  Check the sign-up tables in the narthex.  Questions???  Contact Beth Burbrink (812-343-2856).

 

THRIVENT ELECTIONS will be held TODAY before and after church.  Please check in the narthex.  Those voting will be entered in a drawing for gift cards.

 

THE FOUNDATION BOARD will meet in the sanctuary next Sunday, November 9, after worship.

 

THE ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN luncheon and program will be held here at White Creek next Sunday, November 9, with serving to begin at 11:30 AM (meal being provided).  Our congregation is partnering with the congregations of Faith, St. Paul's, Jonesville, and St. Peter, Waymansville, to sponsor this event to help support the work of our local Orphan Grain Train branch.  Come and enjoy a delicious meal and learn about the important help the local Orphan Grain Train give to those in need.

 

AN ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE will be held next weekend, Friday-Sunday.  A trailer will be parked on the church/school grounds to receive items.  Thanks for your support of this project, sponsored by our school's parent organization, the WCA.

 

TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL will host its fourth annual Veteran's Day Program on Monday, November 10, to honor the men and women who faithfully served our nation.  The program will begin at 10:00 AM and conclude by 11:00 AM, followed by a reception for guests and veterans.  Pastor Cook will be the keynote speaker, and the Trinity choir and band will perform a variety of patriotic songs throughout the program.  Everyone is welcome.

 

A VETERAN'S DAY PROGRAM will be held here at White Creek on Tuesday, November 11, at 9:30 AM.  All are invited to this program which will feature a slide show of veterans and active military service people related to our congregation and school students.  Anyone who would like to contribute a picture for this slide presentation is asked to bring it to the church office this week.  Please include name, branch of service, and years of service.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Travis & Cara Eckelman on the birth of their daughter, MORGAN LEE, this past Wednesday, October 29.  Morgan arrived weighing 6 lbs. 14 ozs. and measuring 19 ins.  Everyone is doing fine.  God's blessings to them!

 

TICKETS FOR our school's Basket Bingo Night November 14 are available from any WCLS student or through the school office.  Cost is $20/ticket.

 

EMILY COOK'S new devotional book, Between Seasons, devotions for those who wait for Spring, is now available for purchase in the church office for $7.00.

 

THE TRINITY FFA FRUIT SALE is in progress until this Friday, November 7.  Orders may be placed from any Trinity student or through the Trinity school office (812-522-8547).

 

SUPPER/BAZAAR:  St. John's, Sauers, will be holding their Annual Ham & Turkey Supper and Ladies Aid Bazaar this evening from 4:00-7:00 PM.  Carry-outs will be available.  A free-will offering will be received.  Everyone invited.

 

ST. PAUL'S, BORCHERS, will sponsor their annual Harvest Supper & Bazaar this Friday, November 7, from 4:00-7:00 PM  A free-will offering will be received.  Everyone invited.

 

EMMANUEL, DUDLEYTOWN, will be holding their annual Harvest Festival Supper & Bazaar next Sunday, November 9, from 3:30-7:00 PM.  A free-will donation will be received with Thrivent matching funds.  Everyone invited.

October 26 Weekly News

TODAY WE OBSERVE THE REFORMATION, which occurred on October 31, 1517.  On that day Martin Luther posted the 95 points of discussion, called the 95 Theses, on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg.  These Theses would be part of the public debates held every Friday afternoon at the church.  From these debates, the Lutheran Church was born, centered around salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.

 

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Mark & Kim Ross in celebration and thanksgiving of their 30th wedding anniversary tomorrow.  May God grant you many more happy years together, Mark & Kim!

 

WE REJOICE WITH Troy & Stacie Gamble as they bring their son, COLTON JOSEPH GAMBLE, to be baptized this morning.  Colton's sponsors are his uncle and aunt, Brent & Charissa Reedy, and family friends, Evan & Stacy Huffman.  God's blessings, also, to Troy as he will be baptized today after the service.

 

THE NOVEMBER CALENDAR AND NEWS will be available from the ushers after today's service.

 

PERSONS ARE REMINDED that their 2014 pledge to our "Arise and Build" building program is due by October 31.  Pledge envelopes are available in the narthex.

 

GROUP PICTURES for our upcoming church directory will be taken after worship TODAY, and next Sunday, November 2, with the following schedule:  TODAY-Board of Evangelism, Board of Stewardship, Foundation Board, Ladies Aid, Guild, Senior League, Sunday School Teachers; Nov. 2-Board of Elders, Church Council, Board of Education, Church Trustees, Ushers, Altar Guild, Beautification.  Youth groups will be taken at their meeting.

 

SCHEDULING for taking family pictures for the church directory will be done after worship TODAY, and November 2, 9, and 16.  Check the sign-up tables in the narthex.  Questions???  Contact Beth Burbrink (812-343-2856).

 

WELCOME TO Jason, Elizabeth, Bekah, and Logan Brown as they have joined us in church membership.  Offer your hand in friendship and give them a big White Creek welcome!

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Rick & Jessica Morphew on the birth of their son, RYAN JOSEPH, Tuesday, October 14.  Ryan arrived weighing 8 lbs. 8 ozs. and measuring 20 ins.  Everyone is doing fine - God's blessings to them!

 

"MANY THANKS TO the congregation for the prayers, cards, food, flowers, and condolences for our family at the passing of our dear father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, James Ross.  We so appreciate the support from our church family." - Mark and Mike Ross and Families

 

"EMILY AND I are so appreciative of our White Creek family!  Thank you for your cards, gifts, and prayers said on our behalf." - Pastor Cook

 

THRIVENT ELECTIONS will be held next Sunday before and after church.  Please check in the narthex.  Those voting will be entered in a drawing for gift cards.

 

HARVEST PARTY:  The Youth Groups of St. John’s will be sponsoring a Harvest Party next Saturday, November 1, from 6:00-8:00 PM here in our gym.  Food, games, and prizes will be among the activities for the evening.  Tickets will be sold at the door - wear your costume as there will be judging and prizes awarded.  Parents are asked to accompany their children.

 

THE FOUNDATION BOARD will meet in the sanctuary on Sunday, November 9, after worship.

 

SUPPER/BAZAAR:  St. John's, Sauers, will be holding their Annual Ham & Turkey Supper and Ladies Aid Bazaar next Sunday, November 2, from 4:00-7:00 PM.  Carry-outs will be available.  A free-will offering will be received.  Everyone invited.

 

CAMP LAKEVIEW will hold its 10th Annual Dinner Auction on Saturday, November 22, at the Clarion Hotel in Columbus.  In order to make this a success, your help is needed!  If you have new items, collectibles, antiques, goods or services, handicraft items, monetary donations, or even a week at your time-share that you would like to donate to the auction, please contact Lakeview Ministries at 812-342-4815.  All donations are tax-deductible, and all proceeds benefit the work of God at Lakeview Ministries.

October 19 Weely News

THE LUTHERAN WITNESS:  Persons who would like to order/renew their subscription to The Lutheran Witness may contact Becky in the church office.  Cost for the year subscription is $18.  Checks may be made payable to our church.  Order deadline is TODAY.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet at 5:30 PM THIS EVENING at the Waymansville Fish Fry and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

PERSONS ARE REMINDED that their 2014 pledge to our "Arise and Build" building program is due by October 31.  Pledge envelopes are available in the narthex.

 

NOVEMBER CALENDAR AND NEWS ITEMS need to be submitted to Becky by TOMORROW.

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their Bible study and meeting this Wednesday at 9:00 AM, followed by their craft workshop.

 

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this Wednesday after the worship service (7:30 PM).

 

GROUP PICTURES for our upcoming church directory will be taken after worship next Sunday, October 26, and the following Sunday, November 2, with the following schedule:  Oct. 26-Board of Evangelism, Board of Stewardship, Foundation Board, Ladies Aid, Guild, Senior League, Sunday School Teachers; Nov. 2-Board of Elders, Church Council, Board of Education, Church Trustees, Ushers, Altar Guild, Beautification.  Youth groups will be taken at their meeting.

SCHEDULING for taking family pictures for the church directory will be done after worship next Sunday, October 26, and November 2, 9, and 16.  Questions???  Contact Beth Burbrink (812-343-2856).

 

THE FOUNDATION BOARD will meet in the sanctuary on Sunday, November 9, after worship.

 

"WE WOULD LIKE to give a big thank-you to all of our church family and friends who supported us in so many different ways during Kristie's battle with cancer and at her passing.  We are forever grateful for the many prayers, cards, food, cleaning, and financial and emotional support we received along the way.  We especially want to thank Pastor Cook for the countless hours he spent with us - for his prayers, support, and spiritual guidance for us all." - The family of Kristie Wessel

 

"THANKS TO ALL for the prayers and cards given for me as I have battled various health concerns.  Please continue to pray for me as my cancer has returned and my battle continues." - Joan Hercamp

 

ST. PETER, WAYMANSVILLE, Adult Fellowship will be sponsoring their annual Fish Fry THIS EVENING from 4:00-7:00 PM.  Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will provide supplemental funds.  Everyone invited.

 

FUNDRAISER FOR HALIE BRUMLEY: A Soup & Sandwich Supper & Silent Auction fundraiser will be held this coming Saturday, October 25, from 5:00-8:00 PM at the Bartholomew County Fairgrounds Pavilion.  Proceeds will go to help the Brumley family purchase a service dog for Halie, who still suffers from seizures.  The 1100 South Band will play, and there will be pumpkins for the children.  Everyone invited.

 

FALL SOUP SUPPER:  St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Brownstown, will be hosting their annual Soup Supper next Sunday, October 26, from 4:00-7:00 PM.  The menu will include various soups and sandwiches as well as assorted homemade salads and desserts.  Also featured will be a "Country Store," featuring fresh garden produce, handmade crafts, and homemade baked items.  Everyone is invited to come and share in delicious food and Christian fellowship.

 

CAMP LAKEVIEW will hold its 10th Annual Dinner Auction on Saturday, November 22, at the Clarion Hotel in Columbus.  In order to make this a success, your help is needed!  If you have new items, collectibles, antiques, goods or services, handicraft items, monetary donations, or even a week at your time-share that you would like to donate to the auction, please contact Lakeview Ministries at 812-342-4815.  All donations are tax-deductible, and all proceeds benefit the work of God at Lakeview Ministries.

 

SEVERAL DISHES, pans, and crockpots from the Smorgasbord and funeral dinner are on the table in the hall by the Fellowship Room.  Please pick up today.

Wednesday study in November

"Getting to know and love your Lutheran Hymnal"

A Wednesday study from 330-5 at the (kid friendly) parsonage, beginning Nov 5.

We will be making use of the rich treasure we have in our hymnal to aid us in personal daily devotion, and to gain a deeper understanding of the Divine Service.

Contact Emily if you'd like to register, and if you'd like to order a hymnal for your personal use.

October 12 Weekly News

MANY THANKS TO Seminarian Rockhill for leading our worship this morning while Pastor Cook is on vacation.  Vicar Matt Jung will be leading the Wednesday evening worship this week.

 

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Luanne Bryant, Rex Enzinger, and Nancy Kitterman and their families in loving memory of their parents, Lester & Shirley Enzinger, and by Delbert & Carolyn Peters in thanksgiving and celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary this coming Friday, October 17th.  May God grant you many more happy years together, Delbert & Carolyn!

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet at 5:30 PM next Sunday evening, October 19, at the Waymansville Fish Fry and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

PERSONS ARE REMINDED that their 2014 pledge to our "Arise and Build" building program is due by October 31.  Pledge envelopes are available in the narthex.

 

THE LUTHERAN WITNESS:  Persons who would like to order/renew their subscription to The Lutheran Witness may contact Becky in the church office.  Cost for the year subscription is $18.  Checks may be made payable to our church.  Order deadline is NEXT Sunday, October 19.

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE HOURS will be flexible yet this week during fall break.  Please call before you come to make sure someone is in.

 

TRINITY OPEN HOUSE:  Trinity Lutheran High School invites students and their families to an open house THIS AFTERNOON from 2:00-4:00 PM.  Interested eighth grade students will receive a $75 voucher that helps cover registration costs at Trinity for the 2015-2016 school year.  Please enter through the Commons.

DOROTHY CONDRA is now residing at Covered Bridge Healthcare.  Her address is Covered Bridge Healthcare, Dorothy Condra, Room 204, 1675 W. Tipton St., Seymour, IN  47201.

 

"MANY THANKS FOR your support of my bake sale last Sunday.  The proceeds from this sale will go to buy fabric to make pillowcases for the pediatrics unit at Columbus Regional Hospital. I certainly appreciate everyone's baked donations and monetary support!" - Bailey Newkirk

 

THE FALL LUNCHEON AND BAKE SALE, hosted by the Auxiliary of CrossLife Ministries, will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall this Friday, October 17, from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM.  Chicken casserole, green beans, salads, roll, desserts, and drinks will be served.  Free-will donations will be accepted, and persons may dine in or carry out.  "Helping Hands" donation boxes will be located on the tables to help support Anchor House.  Everyone invited.

 

ST. PETER, WAYMANSVILLE, Adult Fellowship will be sponsoring their annual Fish Fry next Sunday, October 19, from 4:00-7:00 PM.  Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will provide supplemental funds.  Everyone invited.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the Orphan Grain Train lunch and program to be held here at White Creek after worship on Sunday, November 9.  Our congregation is partnering with the congregations of Faith, St. Paul's, Jonesville, and St. Peter, Waymansville, to sponsor this event to help support the work of our local Orphan Grain Train branch.  Watch the weekly news bulletin for more information.

 

THE FOUNDATION BOARD will meet in the sanctuary on Sunday, November 9, after worship.

 

CAMP LAKEVIEW will hold its 10th Annual Dinner Auction on Saturday, November 22, at the Clarion Hotel in Columbus.  In order to make this a success, your help is needed!  If you have new items, collectibles, antiques, goods or services, handicraft items, monetary donations, or even a week at your time-share that you would like to donate to the auction, please contact Lakeview Ministries at 812-342-4815.  All donations are tax-deductible, and all proceeds benefit the work of God at Lakeview Ministries.

 

DEPOSITS OF $188.00 and $97.00 have been made to the church and school accounts on behalf of Thrivent Financial's Thrivent Choice program by the directed Choice Dollars of the following:  Tim Brandt, Amy Mensendiek, Harriett Meyer, Matthew Taulman, and Louis Voelker.

October 5 Weekly News

WE REJOICE WITH James & Michele Rockhill as they bring their son, ABNER LEE, to be baptized this morning.  Abner's sponsors are Carissa Meyer and Pastor Cook.  God's blessings to you, Abner!

 

A BAKE SALE will be held after church TODAY, sponsored by Bailey Newkirk as part of her Senior Project, "Pillows For Peds."  Proceeds will be used to purchase materials to make  pillows which will be given to children at Columbus Regional Hospital.  Thanks to everyone for their support!

 

THE QUARTERLY VOTERS' MEETING will be THIS EVENING at 7:00 PM in the Fellowship Room.  All confirmed members of our congregation, 18 years and older, are encouraged to attend.

 

PERSONS ARE REMINDED that their 2014 pledge to our "Arise and Build" building program is due by October 31.  Pledge envelopes are available in the narthex.

 

INFORMATION ABOUT the schedule of picture-taking for our upcoming church directory was passed out last Sunday and is available again today from Beth Burbrink.  Please see her after church if you have not yet received this info.

 

THE LUTHERAN WITNESS:  Persons who would like to order/renew their subscription to The Lutheran Witness may contact Becky in the church office.  Cost for the year subscription is $18.  Checks may be made payable to our church.  Order deadline is Sunday, October 19.

 

DONATIONS ARE NEEDED for the upcoming Camp Lakeview 10th Annual Dinner Auction on November 22.  If you have new items, collectables, antiques, goods or services, handicraft items, monetary donations, or even a week at your time-share that you would like to donate to the auction, please contact Dave Vandercar at 812-498-4742.  All donations are tax-deductible, and all proceeds benefit the work of God at Lakeview Ministries.

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE HOURS will be flexible these next 2 weeks during fall break.  Please call before you come to make sure someone is in.

 

DON VOELKER is now living at the Lutheran Home assisted living apartments.  His new address is Donald Voelker, 1503 S. Walnut St., Apt. 508, Seymour, IN  47274.

 

TRINITY OPEN HOUSE:  Trinity Lutheran High School invites students and their families to an open house next Sunday,  October 12, from 2:00-4:00 PM.  Interested eighth grade students will receive a $75 voucher that helps cover registration costs at Trinity for the 2015-2016 school year.  Please enter through the Commons.

 

MY BEST FOR YOU:  The Pregnancy Care Center is teaming with St. Paul, Clifty, to offer 5th-8th grade students and their parents/adult mentors an opportunity to equip themselves with tools to guard their minds, hearts, and bodies based on God’s unchanging truths.  My Best For You is an informative and fun multi-media workshop designed for adults and students to explore together the Biblical view of human sexuality and behavior.            A parent orientation will be held on Friday, October 24, at 6:30 PM, followed by the workshop for adults and children on Saturday, October 25, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. Questions and more information needed?  Contact Cheryl LaBelle, DCE at St. Paul, Clifty, at 812-376-6504 or Lisa Newton, PCC Christian Educator, at 812-447-0422.  Cost is free, but registrations need to be made by Monday, October 20.  Call the St. Paul office at 812-376-6504.

 

A SOUP & SANDWICH SUPPER AND BAKE SALE will be held THIS EVENING from 4:00-7:00 PM at St. John's, Sauers, sponsored by their Men's Club.  Everyone invited.

 

ST. PETER, WAYMANSVILLE, Adult Fellowship will be sponsoring their annual Fish Fry on Sunday, October 19, from 4:00-7:00 PM.  Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will provide supplemental funds.  Everyone invited.