April 5 Weekly News

ALTAR FLOWERS:  Altar/narthex flowers have been given in loving memory of the following by the following:                                  

*Ben & Mabel Burbrink by Bob & Karen Burbrink & Family

*Bernice Bode by Ken & Kyra Bode & Family

*Chet & Edna Bode by Ken & Kyra Bode & Family

*Jasper Musillami and Robert & Olga Behrman by Mike & Ruth

  Musillami

*Alan Schlehuser and Henry Roettger by Terry, Ruth, and Betsy

  Schlehuser

*Franklin & Frances Burbrink, Orville & Edna Bode, Steve Bode,

  and Glenn Bode by Dale & Bettie Burbrink

*Paul & Nancy Ferguson and Leon Ferguson by Steve & Jackie

  Shroyer

*Jim Schlehuser,  Alan Schlehuser, Bob & Erna Schlehuser, and

  Russell & Margaret Foster by Karen Schlehuser & Family

*Linda Meyer by Glen Meyer & Family

*Ed & Alma Dettmer by Paul & Gloria Dettmer, Ken & Sharon

  Dettmer, and Jim & Sherry Dettmer

*Jake & Martha Kinsey, Delbert Kinsey, and Mary Louise Schroer

  by Sharon Kinsey & Family and Norman Schroer

*Kristie Wessel by Don & Debbie Schroer & Family

*Alan Schlehuser by Lindsay Teague

*James Ross by Mark & Kim Ross & Family and Mike & Kathy

  Ross & Family

Persons are asked to please remove their flowers after next Sunday's worship.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  In the year 1853, at the Cleveland Convention, St. John's became a member of the Missouri Synod (at that time known as The German Evangelical Lutheran Synod of Missouri, Ohio, and Other States.  The name was shortened to The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod in 1947.)  We have stayed true to Synod.

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The following  pictures are still needed: 2000, 2001, 2006, 2009, 2010, 1993, 1971, 1972, 1976, (professional pictures best) 1960, 1968, 1951, 1958, 1940, 1945, 1947, 1932, 1933, 1935, 1937, 1938, 1920, 1921, 1923, and all years prior to 1920 except 1918 and 1919.  The original picture is needed to make a good copy.  If you prefer not to leave your picture(s), Janeen Blomenberg will be available in the church office after church to scan your original picture so you can take it home again.

 

ORDER FORMS for 175th anniversary t-shirts will be available in the narthex next Sunday after worship.

 

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this Wednesday evening at 5:30 PM.

 

EVERYONE IS INVITED TO The Easter Service of Prayer, which will be led by the Concordia Theological Seminary Kantorei at St. Paul, Clifty, this Wednesday evening,  April 8, at 7:00 PM. 

 

THE COLUMBUS ZONE LWML SPRING RALLY will be held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Columbus, next Saturday, April 11. Registration and breakfast will begin at 8:30 AM ($5 for registration), with Open Devotions at 9:00 AM.  Guest speaker will be Frankie Smith.  The business meeting and salad luncheon will follow.  All ladies of the congregation are invited to attend.

 

THE QUARTERLY VOTERS' MEETING will be held next Sunday evening, April 12, at 7:00 PM.  This is one week later than usual, due to Easter today.  All confirmed members of our congregation, 18 years and older, are encouraged to attend.  The business at hand will include financial and board updates, approving 2015 lawnmowing and school custodians, reviewing membership and cemetery guidelines, and the teacher replacement for Mr. Kyler.

 

TRIVIA NIGHT will be held at Trinity Lutheran High School next Saturday evening, April 11, at 7:00 PM.  Round up a team of six (or join a team when you arrive) and answer questions about sports, historical events, famous people, and pop culture.  Snacks, drinks, and door prizes will be provided.  Cost is $12/person or $72/table. Tickets may be reserved by calling the Trinity office at 812-524-TLHS.

 

MRS. MICAH MCCORMICK, our WCLS 7th and 8th grade teacher, will be sponsoring a St. Baldrick's Event on Saturday, April 25, from 9 AM-3 PM at Raft To Rafters Pool & Spa in Columbus to collect funds for the St. Baldrick's Foundation, which is the largest non-government funder of childhood cancer research grants world-wide.  She will be receiving donations to help fund grants and will even have her own head shaved to donate her hair for wigs for children battling cancer.  Donations to this worthy cause may be given to Mrs. McCormick or through our church office.  Persons may also visit www.stbaldricks.org/events/rafttorafters.

Sunday night bible study

Sunday Night Bible Study

Join Emily and others for Bible Study on Sunday nights:

Steeping in Scripture

Sunday evenings in the fellowship hall 5:15-6:15pm
beginning April 12

We will be disussing Sunday's readings, the sermon, and a pre-selected hymn each week.

Purchasing an LSB hymnal, while not requried, is strongly enouraged!

Contact Emily if you'd like to join us!  447-8693 or emilymariecook@gmail.com

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"Blessed are those who hear the Word and keep it." Luke 11:28

It is easy to hear only law in this passage.  As if Jesus were saying, obey, obey, OBEY you sinner,
 otherwise you have no part with me.

But He --the one who came not to abolish the law but to fulfill it--
gives this Word and all of His Words to us as a gift.

Keep my Word, my child. Treasure it. Carry it with you.  Receive from it life and hope and health.  
Make your home in it.  Steep in it.  Let it color your world.  Let it remake your heart.

Join us for "Steeping in Sunday!"

March 29 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given to the glory of God by the confirmands.

 

THIS WEEK'S HOLY WEEK WORSHIP continues Maundy Thursday at 7 PM with Holy Communion.  Good Friday worship will also be at 7 PM.  Easter Sunday sunrise worship will begin at 8 AM, followed by the Easter breakfast.  Sunday School will begin at 9 AM, and the Easter celebration worship with Holy Communion will begin at 10:15 AM.

 

APRIL CALENDAR AND NEWS will be available from the ushers after today's worship.

 

ALTAR FLOWERS:  Persons who would like to put lilies/spring flowers on the altar or in the narthex for Easter need to contact Karen Schlehuser (812-342-6140) by TODAY.  Flowers may be purchased individually or ordered through Karen.

 

THE CHURCH COUNCIL will meet this Wednesday evening at 7 PM.  All council members are urged to attend. (No Wednesday evening worship due to Holy Week.)

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  In January of 1851, Rev. R. Klinkenberg was called to St. John's.  That same year the congregation decided to build a new parsonage.  Due to general dissatisfaction, 12 members, together with their families, withdrew and organized a congregation of their own, (known today as The White Creek Methodist Church).  In spite of this withdrawal, St. John's still numbered 32 voting members.

 

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The following Confirmation class pictures are still needed: 2000, 2001, 2006, 2009, 2010, 1993, 1971, 1972, 1976, (all pictures from the 1970s that have been turned in have problems with the colors changing, so those pictures taken by a professional photographer are needed) 1960, 1968, 1969, 1951, 1958.  The original picture is needed to make a good copy.  If you prefer not to leave your picture(s), Janeen Blomenberg will be available in the church office after church to scan your original picture so you can take it home again.

 

RE-ENACTMENT SUNDAY:  On Sunday, April 26, the 175th Anniversary Committee will be hosting a re-enactment church service.  In preparation, we would like to borrow any period clothing which would be worn at this service.  Needed are clothes for the time periods of the 1860s, 1900s, 1940s, and 1960s.  If you can help out with any clothes, or if you are interested in having a role in the re-enactment, please notify Phil Burbrink at 812-334-9946 or philburbrink@gmail.com.

 

ZION LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL is now accepting enrollment for the 2015-2016 school year for 2-4 year-old children.  Contact the Zion office at 812-522-5911.

 

THE QUARTERLY VOTERS' MEETING will be held on Sunday evening, April 12, at 7:00 PM.  This is one week later than usual, due to Easter on April 5.

 

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE:  Three fluorescent 8-foot light fixtures are available for the taking.  See Fred Condra if interested.

March 22 Weekly News

PORTALS OF PRAYER devotional booklets for April-June are available in the narthex for those who didn't get one last Sunday.

 

OUR SIXTH MIDWEEK LENTEN WORSHIP will be held Wednesday evening at 7 PM.  Please note that NO SUPPER will be served before the service.

 

APRIL CALENDAR AND NEWS ITEMS need to be given to Becky by TOMORROW.

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their meeting this Wednesday, March 25, with Bible study at 9:00 AM, followed by the business meeting from 10:00-11:00 AM.  Guests always welcome!

 

OUR FOUR STUDENT CONFIRMANDS, Riley Bartells, Ethan Bundy, Delaney Maschino, and Keggin York, will be examined next Saturday, March 28, at 9:00 AM in preparation for Confirmation during next Sunday's 9:00 AM Palm Sunday  worship.  (Please note that since this is a small class, we will have only the 9 AM service.)

 

ALTAR FLOWERS:  Persons who would like to put lilies/spring flowers on the altar or in the narthex for Easter need to contact Karen Schlehuser (812-342-6140) by next Sunday, March 29.  Flowers may be purchased individually or ordered through Karen.

 

BIBLE STUDY:  Jean Jack's Bible study, Bless These Lips, will begin this Wednesday, March 25, from 5:00-6:00 PM in the Fellowship Room.  Contact Jean Jack (714-768-5731) to enroll.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  For some unknown reason, Candidate Fick could not remain longer than six weeks.  He informed Dr. Sihler, who sent a circuit rider, Pastor Carl Fricke, who became White Creek's first resident pastor.  He was installed in the fall of 1847 and lived in the log house which had served as the church.  Under Pastor Fricke's three-year tenure, the congregation adopted its first constitution.

 

RE-ENACTMENT SUNDAY:  On Sunday, April 26, the 175th Anniversary Committee will be hosting a re-enactment church service.  In preparation, we would like to borrow any period clothing which would be worn at this service.  Needed are clothes for the time periods of the 1860s, 1900s, 1940s, and 1960s.  If you can help out with any clothes, or if you are interested in having a role in the re-enactment, please notify Phil Burbrink at 812-334-9946 or philburbrink@gmail.com. 

 

PLEASE SEE Jean Meyer if you have not gotten back your photo of the 1979 confirmation class.  She has one with no name, so please see her if it belongs to you.

 

GOD'S BLESSINGS TO Steve & Jackie Shroyer as they celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary tomorrow.  May you have many more happy years together, Steve & Jackie!

 

AN OPEN HOUSE/CARD SHOWER will be held next Saturday, March 28, from 2-5 PM in the Social Room of the Lutheran Home to celebrate the 90th birthday of Tillie Bode.  Everyone invited.  Tillie now resides in room 212 of the Lutheran Home.

 

POSITION AVAILABLE:  White Creek Lutheran School is currently seeking an individual to fill the role of teacher-departmentalized science, social studies, and religion for grades 6-8.  State licensing is required.  If not Synodically trained, the teacher must be willing to obtain a colloquy.  Please submit resumes to White Creek Lutheran School, 16270 S.  300 W., Columbus, IN  47201 by TOMORROW.  Questions???  Contact Principal Jan Buss at 812-342-6832.

 

ZION LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL is now accepting enrollment for the 2015-2016 school year for 2-4 year-old children.  Contact the Zion office at 812-522-5911.

 

THE QUARTERLY VOTERS' MEETING will be held on Sunday evening, April 12, at 7:00 PM.  This is one week later than usual, due to Easter on April 5.

 

THE CONCORDIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY KANTOREI will lead a service of Evening Prayer for the Easter season at St. Paul, Clifty, on Wednesday, April 8, at 7:00 PM.  The Kantorei is a men's choir of sixteen students studying for the pastoral ministry at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, directed by Kantor Kevin Hildebrand.  This approximately one hour service includes several Scripture lessons for the season with choral responses, congregational hymns, and canticles led by Kantor Matthew Machemer, and preaching by Seminary professor, Dr. Paul Grime.  Everyone invited. 

March 15 Weekly News

WORSHIP NOTE:  Today's first hymn is not printed in the hymnbook, so it is included in the bulletin insert.

 

PORTALS OF PRAYER devotional booklets for April-June will be available from the ushers after today's worship.

 

OUR FIFTH MIDWEEK LENTEN WORSHIP will be held Wednesday evening at 7 PM.  Please note that NO SUPPER will be served before the worship.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet at Bob Evans restaurant for supper THIS EVENING at 5:30 PM and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Visitors are always welcome! 

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE HOURS will be flexible this week, due to Spring Break.  If you need to come in, please call first to make sure someone is there.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  In 1844, at the site of the present parsonage, a log house was built, and worship was conducted.  In 1847, a 28 by 38 foot log church was erected.  This was furnished with altar and pulpit and stood near the location of what was known as "the old school."  Candidate Fick preached at the cornerstone laying of this building.

 

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The class of 1932 is still needed and also the classes of 2001, 2002, 2006, 2009, 1990, 1993, 1980, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1976, 1979, 1960, 1968, 1969, 1951, 1958, 1940, 1938, 1937, 1935, 1933, 1932, 1931, 1926, 1923, 1921, and 1920.  The original picture is needed to make a good copy, and all pictures from the 1970s that have been turned in have problems with the colors changing, so those pictures taken by a professional photographer are also needed.  If you prefer not to leave your picture(s), Janeen Blomenberg will be available in the church office after church next Sunday to scan your original picture so you can take it home again.

 

RE-ENACTMENT SUNDAY:  On Sunday, April 26, the 175th Anniversary Committee will be hosting a re-enactment church service.  In preparation, we would like to borrow any period clothing which would be worn at this service.  Needed are clothes for the time periods of the 1860s, 1900s, 1940s, and 1960s.  If you can help out with any clothes, or if you are interested in having a role in the re-enactment, please notify Phil Burbrink at 812-334-9946 or philburbrink@gmail.com.

 

BIBLE STUDY:  Bless These Lips is an 8-week Bible study examining the things we say that get in the way of our relationships with God and with others.  Each chapter draws on lip-product analogies and uses humor, anecdotes, and observations to introduce Scripture passages that address common behaviors and attitudes.  This study will begin on Wednesday, March 25, from 5:00-6:00 PM in the Fellowship Room.  Contact Jean Jack (714-768-5731) to enroll.

 

ALTAR FLOWERS:  Persons who would like to put lilies/spring flowers on the altar or in the narthex for Easter need to contact Karen Schlehuser (812-342-6140) by Sunday, March 29.  Flowers may be purchased individually or ordered through Karen.

 

AN OPEN HOUSE/CARD SHOWER will be held on Saturday, March 28, from 2-5 PM in the Social Room of the Lutheran Home to celebrate the 90th birthday of Tillie Bode.  Everyone invited.  Tillie now resides in room 212 of the Lutheran Home.

 

POSITION AVAILABLE:  White Creek Lutheran School is currently seeking an individual to fill the role of teacher-departmentalized science, social studies, and religion for grades 6-8.  State licensing is required.  If not Synodically trained, the teacher must be willing to obtain a colloquy.  Please submit resumes to White Creek Lutheran School, 16270 S.  300 W., Columbus, IN  47201 by March 23.  Questions???  Contact Principal Jan Buss at 812-342-6832.

 

DEPOSITS OF

$679.00, $115.00, and $2,160.00 have been made to the church, Foundation, and school accounts on behalf of Thrivent Financial's Thrivent Choice program by the directed Choice Dollars of the following:  Dennis Barkes, Shane Bontrager, Bill Brock, Mark Bushur, Jan Buss, Jack Dunn, Nathan & Jenny Eckelman, Keith Hercamp, Dick Hercamp, Janice Hoffman, Marlis Kidd, Dallas & Hazel Kreinhagen, Dan Lienhoop, David Loyd, Daniel McGaha, Mike Mensendiek, Dennis & Joyce Meyer, Greg Meyer, Terry Meyer, Wayne Meyer, Ruth Musillami, Herman Otte, Lester Otte, Delbert & Carolyn Peters, William Powers, Mike & Kathy Sanders, Brad Schlehuser, Karen Schlehuser, Leon Schlehuser, Abby Schroer, Bryan & Linda Schroer, Don Schroer,  Brian

THE CONCORDIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY KANTOREI will lead a service of Evening Prayer for the Easter season at St. Paul, Clifty, on Wednesday, April 8, at 7:00 PM.  The Kantorei is a men's choir of sixteen students studying for the pastoral ministry at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, directed by Kantor Kevin Hildebrand.  This approximately one hour service includes several Scripture lessons for the season with choral responses, congregational hymns, and canticles led by Kantor Matthew Machemer, and preaching by Seminary professor, Dr. Paul Grime. 

 

MEN'S RETREAT:  Attention, Men of God:  Come join us for a weekend filled with fellowship, recreation, and faith-building at this year's Lakeview Ministries Men's Gathering.  This year's retreat on April 10-12 will feature Dr. Robert Bennett speaking on the topic, "They Are Afraid: American Spirituality."  The focus will be on spiritual warfare and how the Lutheran Church should view and handle this topic.  We will also enjoy activities such as fishing and mini-golf tourneys, a chili cook-off and hog roast, and the opportunity to zip line and climb the tower.  For more information, go to www.camplakeview.com/gathering or call David Vandercar at 812-498-4742.

 

THE COLUMBUS ZONE LWML Spring Rally will be held at and hosted by St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Columbus, on Saturday, April 11.  Registration ($5) will begin at 8:30 AM, with Welcome and Opening Devotions at 9:00 AM.  Guest speaker will be Frankie Smith.  A salad luncheon will be served after the business meeting.  An ingathering of Crayola regular markers, school paint brushes, crayons, colored pencils, glue, and glue sticks will be taken to the LWML Convention Ingathering in Des Moines, Iowa, for the Gifts from the Heart.

Schultz, Herb Stiltz, Louis Voelker, and Joel Wise.

March 8 Weekly News

WE REJOICE WITH Dan & Jeanne Lienhoop as they bring their son, THEODORE AUGUST LIENHOOP, to be baptized this morning.  Theodore's sponsors are his uncles and aunts, Jason & Tracey Engelau and Adam & Courtney Lienhoop.   God's blessings to you, Theodore!

 

GOD'S BLESSINGS TO Chancelyn York as she was received into adult confirmation during this past Wednesday's Lenten worship.

 

PARENTS OF OUR STUDENT CONFIRMANDS are asked to meet briefly after church TODAY.  Please meet in the church office. (This was postponed last Sunday due to the weather.)

 

YOUTH GROUPS will not meet this evening due to the WCLS Athletic Banquet.  (The Athletic Banquet was also postponed last Sunday.)  They will meet next Sunday evening at 7:00 PM.

 

GUILD MEMBERS will meet this Tuesday evening at 7:00 PM in the Fellowship Room to assemble baskets for our shut-ins.  Guests are always welcome!

 

OUR FOURTH MIDWEEK LENTEN WORSHIP will be held Wednesday evening at 7 PM.  The Youth will be serving supper before worship, beginning at 5:45 PM.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet for supper next Sunday evening, March 15, at 5:30 PM and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Visitors are always welcome! 

 

ANNIVERSARY CALENDAR CORRECTION:  The class identified as the Class of 1922 in our 175th calendar is actually the Class of 1918.  The members in that class are:  Row one-Carl Runge, Glenn Ellis, Albert Enzinger, and Clarence Burbrink; Row two-Cora Dringenburg Schlehuser, Viola Baumgart Ott, Pastor Baumgart, Hilda Meyer, Hazel Vornholt Meyer, and Selma Rittman Finke;  Row three-Erma Bode Horman, Harry Schneider, Harvey Eckelman, Irene Kreinop, and Emma Sophia Esther Rittman Sawyer.  Many thanks to Marguerite Meyer for finding this error and identifying the individuals by name.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  Candidate Fick, however, saw the dangers.  He pointed out the differences-the scriptural impossibility of being both a Lutheran and a Reformed congregation.  He convinced the members of the correctness of the Lutheran doctrines, and after six weeks of his ministries, the congregation "resolved henceforth to call itself 'The St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church of White Creek, Indiana.'"

 

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The class of 1932 is still needed and also the classes of 2001, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2009, 1990, 1993, 1980, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1976, 1979, 1960, 1968, 1969, 1951, 1954, 1955, 1958, 1940, 1938, 1937, 1935, 1933, 1932, 1931, 1926, 1923, 1921, and 1920.  All pictures from the 1070s that have been turned in have problems with the colors changing.  If you have a professional confirmation class photo from the '70s, please give it to Becky in the church office so it can be scanned.

 

BIBLE STUDY:  Bless These Lips is an 8-week Bible study examining the things we say that get in the way of our relationships with God and with others.  Each chapter draws on lip-product analogies and uses humor, anecdotes, and observations to introduce Scripture passages that address common behaviors and attitudes.  This study will begin on Wednesday, March 25, from 5:00-6:00 PM in the Fellowship Room.  Contact Jean Jack (714-768-5731) to enroll.

 

DALLAS KREINHAGEN has been moved to Kindred Health and Rehabilitation Center for rehab.  Cards may be sent to him at the Center's address - 2100 Midway - Room 522, Columbus, IN  47201.

 

FINANCIAL UPDATE:  Through the first eight weeks of 2015, donations totaled $74,400.  We have updated our 2015 projected expenses (new tuition numbers, etc.), which means that we now need to collect $10,800 per week.  2015 Needed:  $86,400;  2015 Collections:  $74,400;  YTD Shortfall:  $12,000.

The school fund and the general fund each have about $11,000 in their respective checking accounts at the end of February.  Given the previous few weeks of contributions and the amount needed to cover expenses for the year, we are running out of cash to pay the necessary bills.  We had a very strong December and were on track in January, but could quickly be left with only restricted funds and no cash to cover expenses if we don't turn things around.

MANY THANKS TO the following for signing over the refund amounts from their Thrivent disability policies:  Keith & Amy Mensendiek, Mark & Jan Buss, Linda Schroer, and Lindsey Von Fange.  St. John's has received checks totaling $540.25.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Ryan & Emily (Kerkhof) Cremeans on the birth of their son, JOSEPH KEITH CREMEANS, last Monday.  Joseph arrived weighing 8 lbs. 12 ozs. and measuring 21.5 ins.  Everyone is doing fine - God's blessings to them!

 

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

***White Creek Lutheran School is currently seeking an individual to fill the role of teacher-departmentalized science, social studies, and religion for grades 6-8.  State licensing is required.  If not Synodically trained, the teacher must be willing to obtain a colloquy.  Please submit resumes to White Creek Lutheran School, 16270 S.  300 W., Columbus, IN  47201 by March 23.  Questions???  Contact Principal Jan Buss at 812-342-6832.

***Zion Lutheran School, Seymour, is seeking candidates for Principal/Director to administer and coordinate all early childhood programs.  If you have a name or know of someone who is qualified, contact the Zion church office by phone at 812-522-1089 or by email at zlc@zionseymour.org.

***The LCMS is seeking candidates for the position of Gift Planning Counselor to work on behalf of the Indiana District of the LCMS.  This position will be responsible for serving LCMS members with an affinity or connection with the District and LCMS ministries within the District as well as other Lutherans who desire to fulfill their Spirit-led drive for generosity by working with them to develop their "Lifetime Plan for Giving."   For the full job description and to apply for this position, please visit http://www.lcms.org/jobsboard.  Responses and applications should be received no later than March 22.

 

WCLS WHIPKER'S MARKET COUPON SALE is now going on.  Persons may order $10 coupons to use on flowers, garden plants, and produce from Whipker's Market this year.  All orders with payments must be received by this coming Friday, March 13.  If paying by check, please make payable to White Creek Lutheran School.  All proceeds from this sale will go to help with expenses for special school projects.  See any WCLS student or check with Becky in the church office.

 

MEN'S RETREAT:  Attention, Men of God:  Come join us for a weekend filled with fellowship, recreation, and faith-building at this year's Lakeview Ministries Men's Gathering.  This year's retreat on April 10-12 will feature Dr. Robert Bennett speaking on the topic, "They Are Afraid: American Spirituality."  The focus will be on spiritual warfare and how the Lutheran Church should view and handle this topic.  We will also enjoy activities such as fishing and mini-golf tourneys, a chili cook-off and hog roast, and the opportunity to zip line and climb the tower.  For more information, go to www.camplakeview.com/gathering or call David Vandercar at 812-498-4742.

 

TLHS 10TH ANNUAL TRIVIA NIGHT will be held on Saturday, April 11, at 7:00 PM.  Round up a team of six (or join one when you arrive) and answer questions about sports, historical events, famous people, and pop culture.  Snacks, drinks, and door prizes will be provided.  Cost is $12/person or $72/table.  Stop by Trinity's office or call 812-524-TLHS to reserve your tickets.  Everyone invited!

March 1 Weekly News

GOD'S BLESSINGS TO Hannah Fisher as she is baptized and confirmed this morning.  We welcome her into our White Creek Family!

 

PARENTS OF OUR STUDENT CONFIRMANDS are asked to meet briefly after church TODAY.  Please meet in the church office.

 

YOUTH GROUPS will not meet this evening due to the WCLS Athletic Banquet.  They will meet next Sunday evening at 7 PM.

 

THE LCMS CHURCHES of the Columbus Circuit will be sponsoring noted speaker and head of the Ruth Institute, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, speaking on The Impact of Re-Defining Marriage on Children at the Southside Elementary School auditorium tomorrow evening, Monday March 2, at 7 PM.  This presentation will explore the profound and lasting consequences resulting from re-defining marriage and parenthood.  The public is invited.

 

OUR THIRD MIDWEEK LENTEN WORSHIP will be held Wednesday evening at 7 PM.  The Guild will be serving a soup and sandwich supper before worship, beginning at 5:45 PM.

 

THE LLL SPRING BANQUET will be held next Sunday, March 8, at 5:30 PM at the Immanuel Social Room, Seymour.  Tickets ($15.00) are available in our church office or from Keith Mensendiek.  Guest speaker will be Rev. Gene Ernst, Manager of the Indiana Orphan Grain Train.

 

ANNIVERSARY CALENDAR CORRECTION:  The class identified as the Class of 1922 in our 175th calendar is actually the Class of 1918.  The members in that class are:  Row one-Carl Runge, Glenn Ellis, Albert Enzinger, and Clarence Burbrink; Row two-Cora Dringenburg Schlehuser, Viola Baumgart Ott, Pastor Baumgart, Hilda Meyer, Hazel Vornholt Meyer, and Selma Rittman Finke;  Row three-Erma Bode Horman, Harry Schneider, Harvey Eckelman, Irene Kreinop, and Emma Sophia Esther Rittman Sawyer.  Many thanks to Marguerite Meyer for finding this error and identifying the individuals by name.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  Spiritual confusion in the first six years also resulted from doctrinal differences between members of the Reformed persuasion and the Lutherans.  the Reformed threatened to withdraw from the congregation if it was to be strictly Lutheran.  Since no one appeared able to advise the group on the problems inherent to attempting to merge two differing doctrines, it was agreed to have a combined Lutheran and Reformed church.  The congregation's first name, therefore, was The St. John's Evangelical Lutheran and Reformed Congregation of White Creek, Indiana.

 

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The class of 1932 whose members were Edell Eckelman, Evelyn Kobbe Rueter, Selma Peters Claycamp, and Thressie Luenebrink, and the classes of 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 1990, 1993, 1980, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1976, 1979, 1960, 1968, 1969, 1951, 1954, 1955, and 1958.  All pictures from the 1070s that have been turned in have problems with the colors changing.  If you have a professional confirmation class photo from the '70s, please give it to Becky in the church office so it can be scanned.

 

BIBLE STUDY:  Bless These Lips is an 8-week Bible study examining the things we say that get in the way of our relationships with God and with others.  Each chapter draws on lip-product analogies and uses humor, anecdotes, and observations to introduce Scripture passages that address common behaviors and attitudes.  This study will begin on Wednesday, March 25, from 5:00-6:00 PM in the Fellowship Room.  Contact Jean Jack (714-768-5731) to enroll.

 

DALLAS KREINHAGEN has been moved to Kindred Health and Rehabilitation Center for rehab.  Cards may be sent to him at the Center's address - 2100 Midway, Columbus, IN  47201.

 

FINANCIAL UPDATE:  Through the first eight weeks of 2015, donations totaled $74,400.  We have updated our 2015 projected expenses (new tuition numbers, etc.), which means that we now need to collect $10,800 per week.  2015 Needed:  $86,400;  2015 Collections:  $74,400;  YTD Shortfall:  $12,000.

The school fund and the general fund each have about $11,000 in their respective checking accounts at the end of February.  Given the previous few weeks of contributions and the amount needed to cover expenses for the year, we are running out of cash to pay the necessary bills.  We had a very strong December and were on track in January, but could quickly be left with only restricted funds and no cash to cover expenses if we don't turn things around.