June 28 Weekly News

MANY THANKS TO Pastor Marcus Jauss for delivering the sermon today, and a big welcome to all who are visiting with us today and joining in this special time of worship, fellowship, and celebration!

 

TODAY’S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by the children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of Joan Schlehuser in thanksgiving and celebration of her 80th birthday today.  God’s continued blessings to you, Joan!

 

PORTALS OF PRAYER devotional booklets for July-September are available in the narthex.  Large print editions are also available.

 

JULY CALENDAR AND NEWS will be available from the ushers after today’s worship.

 

EVERYONE IS INVITED to the gym after worship today for our Reunion Sunday celebration.  There will be a slideshow of the confirmation pictures that have been gathered, and copies of the confirmation book will be available for viewing.  Pictures will be taken of each class, and light refreshments will be served.  Please join us for this fellowship time.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  In February of 1887, Rev. Gottfried Markworth accepted the call to White Creek.  Under his leadership, the church continued to flourish spiritually.  To a great extent, Rev.               Markworth followed the same basic principles of church administration as set forth by Pastor Juengel.  Church discipline was diligently practiced.  Those in arrears with the payment of their church obligations were called before the Voters’ Assembly to give an account.  Resolutions were passed urging all members to live up to certain Scriptural precepts and principles.  They were asked to attend the preparatory services even though they did not wish to commune.

 

HISTORICAL INFORMATION about some of our members and the workings of our congregation has been gathered and is available for persons to look through.  Check the new shelf in the conference room (room behind Becky's desk).  Persons are asked to please browse through the information in the conference room.  Many thanks to Jean Meyer and Karen Schlehuser for organizing this.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for our 175th Anniversary Old Fashion Mission Festival to be held on Sunday, July 26, immediately after the worship service.  Everyone is invited to come join in the fun, food, games, prizes for all ages!  There will also be antique displays.  Sign-up sheets are available in the narthex today for persons to volunteer to help and/or donate food.  Questions???  Check with Ken & Kyra Bode.

 

OUR QUARTERLY VOTERS’ MEETING will be held after worship next Sunday, July 5, in the gym.           Updates will be given by the various officers and board members.  All confirmed members of our           congregation, 18 years and older, are encouraged to attend.

 

QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER ITEMS need to be given to Becky by this Thursday.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL is being planned for Saturday, August 29, from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.  Leaders and helpers are needed for the various activities.  A sign-up sheet is available in the narthex, or persons may contact Katie Otte, coordinator, at 812-341-5333.  Watch future bulletins for registration information.

 

STUDENTS ATTENDING Trinity Lutheran High School this coming school year have been mailed a Ladies Aid scholarship application to help with tuition.  All applications need to be returned to our church office by Wednesday, July 15.

 

THE ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN, Indiana Branch, is collecting clothing from birth to age 5 that can be sent from our new warehouse in Jonesville on the first overseas shipment to orphanages in Latvia.  These clothes can be brought to the open house on July 26 (after our Old Fashion Mission Festival) or collected and brought to a central collection site (call 712-369-1165 for details of places).

 

OFFERING INFORMATION:  The loose change plate offering goes into our Synodical Fund to help with various missions of the Indiana District and LCMS.  Offering envelopes and checks go into our General Fund to help with our congregation’s expenses.  In the near future, electronic payments will be accepted - watch for more information about this.

 

THE WORDS OF OUR FIRST HYMN TODAY were written by Stephen P. Starke, an administrator at  Concordia Publishing, especially for our 175th anniversary.  A special fund has been set up for                     contributions to Mr. Starke in thanksgiving for writing these verses.  Gifts for this may be written to our church with “hymn fund” on the memo line.  Lord willing, this hymn will be included in the next new hymnal.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Logan & Emila Fowler on the birth of their son, DESMOND LEE FOWLER, on Friday, June 19.  Desmond arrived weighing 9 lbs. 10 ozs. and measuring 22 ins.  Everyone is doing fine - God’s blessings to them!

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE HOURS are flexible during the summer break, through July 17.  If you need to come to the office, please call before you make the trip to make sure someone is in.

 

June 21 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by the family of Don Linnemeier in loving remembrance of his passing to his heavenly home 38 years ago tomorrow.

 

A PRAYER SERVICE is held every Wednesday at 8:30 AM, followed by Bible study on the Parables of Jesus.  Everyone whose schedule allows is invited to come and join in this morning of prayer and study.

 

NO WEDNESDAY EVENING WORSHIP this Wednesday, June 24, as Pastor Cook will be in Fort Wayne for the Indiana District Convention.

 

PORTALS OF PRAYER devotional booklets will be available from the ushers after today's worship.  Large print editions are also available.

 

REUNION SUNDAY, a part of our 175th anniversary celebration, will be held next Sunday, June 28.  After worship, there will be light refreshments, and the confirmation class photos that have been collected will be displayed.  Photographs will be taken of each class at the reception.  Pastor Marcus Jauss will be the guest preacher for this service.

 

JULY CALENDAR AND NEWS ITEMS need to be given to Becky by Wednesday this week.

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their Bible Study/meeting this Wednesday, June 24, beginning at 9:00 AM.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for our 175th Anniversary Old Fashion Mission Festival to be held on Sunday, July 26, immediately after the worship service.  Everyone is invited to come join in the fun, food, games, prizes for all ages!  There will also be antique displays.  Watch the weekly bulletin, July news, and the quarterly newsletter for more information as the time nears.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  In 1877, a good number of members residing at or near Jonesville secured their release and established a church of their own.  Pastor H.J. Juengel served both congregations.

 

HISTORICAL INFORMATION about some of our members and the workings of our congregation has been gathered and is available for persons to look through.  Check the new shelf in the conference room (room behind Becky's desk).  Persons are asked to please browse through the information in the conference room.  Many thanks to Jean Meyer and Karen Schlehuser for organizing this.

 

LADIES AID SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS have been mailed to those students who will be attending Trinity Lutheran High School this fall.  All applications are due in to our church office by Wednesday, July 15.

 

A MEMBER OF Faith Lutheran Church, Columbus, is raising funds for a seizure alert service dog by sponsoring "Paws of Love for Yvonne," at the Ruby Tuesday restaurant, 3715 West Market Place, Edinburgh, this Thursday-Saturday, June 25-27.  Check with Becky in the office for a flyer to present to the restaurant to give 20% of your purchase to this worthy cause.

 

THE ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN, Indiana Branch, is collecting clothing from birth to age 5 that can be sent from our new warehouse in Jonesville on the first overseas shipment to orphanages in Latvia.  These clothes can be bought to the open house on July 26 (after our Old Fashion Mission Festival) or collected and brought to a central collection site (call 712-369-1165 for details of places).

 

TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL is seeking candidates for a part-time chemistry teacher.  Subjects would include chemistry I and II for three periods four days a week.  Teacher must be licensed in the state of Indiana.  Interested persons may drop off a resume at the Trinity office by this Thursday, June 25.

 

VOLUNTEER TRAINING:  The Pregnancy Care Center Summer Volunteer Training will begin with Ministry Orientation night on Wednesday, July 29, from 6-9 PM.  Training will continue on Thursday, July 30, and Friday, July 31, from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM.  Training will be held at Memorial Baptist Church, 2320 7th St., Columbus.  For more information, contact Christy Shaw at 1-866-510-5067 or online at ChristyS@affirminglifeonline.org.

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE HOURS are flexible during the summer break, through July 17.  If you need to come to the office, please call before you make the trip to make sure someone is in.

June 14 Weekly News

A PRAYER SERVICE is held every Wednesday at 8:30 AM, followed by Bible study on the Parables of Jesus.  Everyone whose schedule allows is invited to come and join in this morning of prayer and study.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  In the summer of 1889, a school was built.  The cost was reported as $1232.54 in the Centennial Jubilee publication, but later the cost was reported as $840.00 in the 125th Anniversary publication.  In 1875, the congregation spent $925 to build a new house for its teacher.

 

REUNION SUNDAY, a part of our 175th anniversary celebration, will be held on June 28.  If you know of any former confirmands, teachers, or pastors who no longer attend St. John's, please invite them to this service.  After worship, there will be light refreshments, and the confirmation class photos that have been collected will be displayed.  Pastor Marcus Jauss will be the guest preacher for this service.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for our 175 Anniversary Old Fashion Mission Festival to be held on Sunday, July 26, immediately after the worship service.  Everyone is invited to come join in the fun, food, games, prizes for all ages!  There will also be antique displays.  Watch the weekly bulletin, July news, and the quarterly newsletter for more information as the time nears.

 

THE FIRST SET of 175th Anniversary plates was sent back due to the quality.  A new sample is being printed and will be sent to our committee to approve before the entire order is printed.  Watch for more updates......

 

"THANKS for the prayers and support these past years, for the gifts as we move away, and for the help in loading our possessions for moving.  We will always cherish our White Creek years and family and will continue to pray for you all." - Jeff, Donna, Abby, Jacob, and James Kyler.  (The Kylers' new address is 9497 E.  U.S. 30, Pierceton, IN  46562.)

 

A DEPOSIT OF $294.00 has been made to our school's account on behalf of Thrivent Financial's Thrivent Choice program by the directed Choice Dollars of the following:  Ken & Kyra Bode, Kay Clow, Lou & Jean Voelker, and Lindsey Von Fange.

 

THE ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN is collecting clothing from birth to age 5 that can be sent from our new warehouse on the first overseas shipment to orphanages in Latvia.  These clothes can be brought to the Orphan Grain Train Open House on Sunday, July 26, (everyone invited-will be after our Old Fashion Mission Festival).  Clothing may also be collected and brought to a central collection site (call 712-369-1165 for details).

 

VOLUNTEER TRAINING:  The Pregnancy Care Center Summer Volunteer Training will begin with Ministry Orientation night on Wednesday, July 29, from 6-9 PM.  Training will continue on Thursday, July 30, and Friday, July 31, from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM.  Training will be held at Memorial Baptist Church, 2320 7th St., Columbus.  For more information, contact Christy Shaw at 1-866-510-5067 or online at ChristyS@affirminglifeonline.org.

 

TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL is seeking candidates for a part-time chemistry teacher.  Subjects would include chemistry I and II for three periods four days a week.  Teacher must be licensed in the state of Indiana.  Interested persons may drop off a resume at the Trinity office by Thursday, June 25.

 

GOLF OUTING:  Trinity Lutheran High School will host the 12th Annual Cougar Classic golf outing on Saturday, June 27, at Shadowood Golf Course in Seymour.  Cost per golfer is $60, which includes carts, contests, prizes, and an awards dinner.  Registrations must be received by this Wednesday, June 17, online at www.trinitycougars.org or by calling Aaron Rudzinski at 812-524-8547.

June 7 Weekly News

TODAY WE REJOICE WITH Cody Ross & Mikayla Cregg as they bring their son, KACEN MICHAEL ROSS, to be baptized.  Kacen's sponsors are his uncle, Tyler Ross, and family friend, Allison Purdue.  God's blessings to you, Kacen!

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  Under Pastor Juengel, contributions, which in the past were assessed each member, were henceforth to be made willing.  Principles were set up regarding calls sent to pastors and teachers.  Church discipline was at its height.  Members were brought before the church council for not keeping their financial obligation, for permitting dancing in their homes, and for many other reasons.  As early as 1868, there was a house-to-house canvas for funds to help Synodical work.

 

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The deadline for turning in Confirmation pictures IS TODAY. The following Confirmation class pictures are still needed: 2001, 1971,  (professional pictures best for any 1970s pictures) 1951, 1945, 1932, 1933, 1935, 1937, 1938, 1920, and all years prior to 1920 except 1918 and 1919.  The original picture is needed to make a good copy. 

 

175TH ANNIVERSARY PLATES:  Anyone who would still like to order a plate may do so by contacting Kyra Bode at 812-390-7571 or kbode43@gmail.com.  Cost is $20/plate. 

 

A FEW T-SHIRTS are still in the office to be picked up.  Please check today.

 

REUNION SUNDAY, a part of our 175th anniversary celebration, will be held on June 28.  If you know of any former confirmands, teachers, or pastors who no longer attend St. John's, please invite them to this service.  After worship, there will be light refreshments, and the confirmation class photos that have been collected will be displayed.  Pastor Marcus Jauss will be the guest preacher for this service.

 

"THANK YOU to all my White Creek friends and family for your prayers, cards, food, and visits.  Special thanks to Pastor Cook for the words of comfort for me.  It's been a trying time of recuperation after my surgery and my stay at Silver Oaks.  Your continued prayers would be much appreciated.  God bless!" - Jane Hoffman

 

MUSIC DIRECTOR NEEDED:  Zion Lutheran Church in Seymour is seeking candidates to serve as an interim choral and/or bell director(s) while the congregation evaluates its longer-term ministry needs.  If you are interested, or know a qualified individual(s), please submit names to the church office at 812-522-1089 or online at zlc@zionseymour.org.

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE HOURS will be flexible during the summer break, through July 17.  If you need to come to the office, please call before you make the trip to make sure someone is in.

May 31 Weekly News

TODAY WE OBSERVE Trinity Sunday, which is the first Sunday after Pentecost.  Trinity Sunday celebrates the Christian Doctrine of the Trinity, the three persons of God - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.  The Sundays following Pentecost until Advent are numbered from this day.

 

MEMORIAL SUNDAY is being held today as part of our 175th celebration.  Greg Hercamp will give a bit of history about our Founding Fathers, and a cemetery tour will be conducted after the worship service.   Our members who have served or are currently serving will be recognized, and a video tribute will be           presented.   Senator Joe Donnelly’s office has sent our church a certificate of recognition and a flag that was flown over the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., in honor of St. John’s members who have served in the military.  Also, a table will be set up between the church and school today after worship for people to sign cards and drop in the boxes to send to those who are currently serving our country.

 

TODAY’S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Clara Claycamp & Family in loving remembrance of what would have been Clara & Dean’s 56th wedding anniversary today.

 

THE JUNE CALENDAR/NEWS will be available from the ushers after today’s worship.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  Under the leadership of Pastor H.J. Juengel (1867-1887), the congregation grew.  Steps were taken to abolish any anti-scriptural practices within the body of Christ.  The $3.00 fee, which was charged new members, was abolished.

 

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The deadline for turning in Confirmation pictures will be NEXT SUNDAY, JUNE 7. The following Confirmation class pictures are still needed: 2001, 1971,  (professional pictures best for any 1970s pictures) 1951, 1945, 1932, 1933, 1935, 1937, 1938, 1920, 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), please contact Becky in the office to set up a time for Janeen Blomenberg to scan your original picture so you can take it home again.

 

175TH ANNIVERSARY PLATES:  Anyone who would still like to order a plate may do so by contacting Kyra Bode at 812-390-7571 or kbode43@gmail.com.  Cost is $20/plate. 

 

REUNION SUNDAY, a part of our 175th anniversary celebration, will be held on June 28.  If you know of any former confirmands, teachers, or pastors who no longer attend St. John's, please invite them to this service.  After worship, there will be light refreshments, and the confirmation class photos that have been collected will be displayed.  Pastor Marcus Jauss will be the guest preacher for this service.

 

MANY THANKS TO everyone who donated, helped, and walked in this year’s Phil’s Friends Walk for Hope.  We raised over $4,000 to help in supporting those in the fight with cancer with Christ-centered      support! - Janet Morey

 

MUSIC DIRECTOR NEEDED:  Zion Lutheran Church in Seymour is seeking candidates to serve as an interim choral and/or bell director(s) while the congregation evaluates its longer-term ministry needs.  If you are interested, or know a qualified individual(s), please submit names to the church office at 812-522-1089 or online at zlc@zionseymour.org.

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE HOURS will be flexible during the summer break, from June 1-July 17.  If you need to come to the office, please call before you make the trip to make sure someone is in.

 

May 24 Weekly News

PENTECOST is being observed today.  Pentecost is the commemoration and celebration of the receiving of the Holy Spirit by Jesus' disciples.  On the Day of Pentecost, a violent wind filled the room, and tongues of fire came to rest on each one, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, which gave them the power of communication to tell the world of God's glory.  The gift of the Holy Spirit that was given to all believers on the first Pentecost is also promised and given to all of us and our children so that we can continue to proclaim the Good News.

 

THE ANNIVERSARY T-SHIRTS that were ordered will be available for pick up today in the Fellowship Room after worship.

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE will be closed tomorrow in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.  June calendar and news items need to be given to Becky by Tuesday.

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their Bible study and meeting this Wednesday, May 27, beginning at 9:00 AM.  Guests are always welcome!

 

EVERYONE IS INVITED to the graduation of our WCLS eighth graders this Thursday evening at 7:00 PM.  Mr. Kyler will be the guest speaker.  A reception and awards presentation will be held in the gym after the graduation service.

 

MEMORIAL SUNDAY will be held next Sunday, May 31, as part of our 175th celebration.  A video tribute of St. John's members who have served or are currently serving in the military will be presented.  Our founding fathers will be recognized, and a cemetery tour will be conducted. 

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  The altar, pulpit, and lectern are original to the original building of 1862.  In 1867, a pipe organ was installed at a cost of $1179.  Also in 1867, two bells were placed in the tower.  These are the same bells we hear today.  In 1868, the growing congregation required an expansion of the balcony.

 

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The deadline for turning in Confirmation pictures will be SUNDAY, JUNE 7. The following Confirmation class pictures are still needed: 2001, 1971,  (professional pictures best for any 1970s pictures) 1951, 1945, 1932, 1933, 1935, 1937, 1938, 1920, 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), please contact Becky in the office to set up a time for Janeen Blomenberg to scan your original picture so you can take it home again.

 

175TH ANNIVERSARY PLATES:  Anyone who would still like to order a plate may do so by contacting Kyra Bode at 812-390-7571 or kbode43@gmail.com.  Cost is $20/plate. 

 

REUNION SUNDAY, a part of our 175th anniversary celebration, will be held on June 28.  If you know of any former confirmands, teachers, or pastors who no longer attend St. John's, please invite them to this service.  After worship, there will be light refreshments, and the confirmation class photos that have been collected will be displayed.  Pastor Marcus Jauss will be the guest preacher for this service.

 

JOAN HERCAMP is now residing at Covered Bridge Healthcare in Seymour.  Cards of encouragement may be sent to her at Covered Bridge Healthcare, 1675 W. Tipton St. Rm. 208, Seymour, IN 47274.  Dick is now residing at the assisted living facility, The Seymour Place, 2288 Nicholas Ct. Rm. 110, Seymour, IN  47274.

 

"THANK YOU to all my White Creek family and friends for your prayers, cards, visits, and food during my recent surgery and recovery.  God has blessed me with such a caring church family!" - Clara Claycamp

 

"THANKS TO ALL for the prayers, cards, and visits as I had my recent surgery.  I am at home now and slowly recovering.  Your continued prayers would be much appreciated.  God bless!" - Sue Barkes

 

GOLF OUTING:  Trinity Lutheran High School will host the 12th Annual Cougar Classic golf outing on Saturday, June 27, at Shadowood Golf Course in Seymour.  Cost per golfer is $60, which includes carts, contests, prizes, and an awards dinner.  Registrations must be received by Wednesday, June 17, online at www.trinitycougars.org or by calling Aaron Rudzinski at 812-524-8547.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the Orphan Grain Train Open House on July 26.  Invitations and information are available in the narthex.

May 17 Weekly News

SUNDAY SCHOOL/BIBLE CLASS end today for the summer and will begin again the Sunday after Labor Day, September 13.                

 

DUE TO A DELAY, the 175th anniversary t-shirts will be available for pick-up next Sunday after worship.  

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will gather this evening at 5:30 p.m. at Bob Evans Restaurant for supper and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

YOUTH GROUPS will meet this evening at 7:00 PM.

 

PHIL'S FRIENDS WALK:  The 3rd Annual Phil's Friends Walk will be held TODAY at 1:00 PM here at White Creek.  Monetary and CD donations are still being accepted.  Phil Zielke will be speaking at our adult Bible Class today and tomorrow at Zion Preschool at 10 AM and WCLS at 2 PM.

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of the birthday party this Wednesday at the Lutheran Home.  Please be there by 1:30 PM.  (Those donating, remember your refreshment!). 

 

CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY:  On April 27, 1862, the cornerstone of the church was laid.  Pastor Folf of Clifty preached and used 1 Corinthians 3:11 as his text.  The new church was dedicated on September 14, 1862.  By that time, the congregation had 60 voting members and 400 souls.

 

LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES:  The deadline for turning in Confirmation pictures will be June 7. The following Confirmation class pictures are still needed: 2001, 1971,  (professional pictures best for any 1970s pictures) 1951, 1945, 1932, 1933, 1935, 1937, 1938, 1920, 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), please contact Becky in the office to set up a time for Janeen Blomenberg to scan your original picture so you can take it home again.

 

DUE TO A MANUFACTURING ERROR, the arrival of the anniversary plates has been delayed.  Questions??? Contact Kyra Bode at 812-390-7571 or kbode43@gmail.com.   

 

MEMORIAL SUNDAY will be held on May 31 as part of our 175th celebration.  Information about St. John's members who have served or are currently serving in the military is needed, and photographs of servicemen and women are needed for a tribute video for this service.  We would like to have all of this information TODAY OR BY THIS WEDNESDAY.  Our founding fathers will be recognized, and a cemetery tour will be conducted. 

 

REUNION SUNDAY, a part of our 175th anniversary celebration, will be held on June 28.  If you know of any former confirmands, teachers, or pastors who no longer attend St. John's, please invite them to this service.  After worship, there will be light refreshments, and the confirmation class photos that have been collected will be displayed.  Pastor Marcus Jauss will be the guest preacher for this service.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Cody Ross & Mikayla Cregg on the birth of their son, KACEN MICHAEL ROSS, on Saturday, May 9.  Kacen arrived weighing 6 lbs. 10 ozs. and measuring 19.5 ins.  Everyone is doing fine - God's blessings to them!

 

DEPOSITS OF $610.00, $999.00. and $86.00 have been made to the church, school, and Foundation accounts on behalf of Thrivent Financial's Thrivent Choice program by the directed Choice Dollars of the following:  Dale & Bettie Burbrink, Jan Buss, Ernie & Donna Dettmer, Ken Dettmer, Doyce & Becky Eckelman, Larry Hoeltke, Kathy Kerkhof, Brian Purdue, Brian Schultz, Matthew Taulman, Louis & Jean Voelker, and Lindsey Von Fange.

 

MANY THANKS TO those who supported the aluminum can drive last weekend. This drive was sponsored by our school's parent organization, the WCA.

 

THE TLHS ART CLUB will be hosting Art In the Afternoon today, beginning at 3 PM with a "Paint Your Own Canvas" project led by art teacher, Carrie Adler and assisted by Art Club members.  Cost to participate in the canvas painting is $25.  Please RSVP to the school office (812-524-8547) by Friday, May 8, to reserve a spot.  Following the canvas painting (approx. 5 PM), a soup dinner will be held ($5/person), featuring soup, bread, drink, and dessert-no reservation needed.  During this event, persons may view and bid on some remarkable refinished furniture in this first-ever FurnARTure Auction.  Students have refinished donated furniture pieces, and those items will be up for sale in a silent auction.  The bidding will start in the afternoon and will close at 6 PM.