October 25 Weekly News

WE WELCOME Pastor Matt Jung and thank him for leading us in worship this morning.  Pastor Jung will also be leading this Wednesday evening’s 7 PM worship and the next two weeks of worship services.

 

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

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their meeting this Wednesday at 9:00 AM.  Please bring needles along as hemming will be done on Sharon’s quilts after the meeting.  Also, don’t forget your Mite Boxes!  Visitors are always welcome!

 

MITE BOXES:  Mites are being gathered this month, so please bring in your mite donations.  They may be put into the large Mite Box in the narthex or given to any Ladies Aid member.  The small mite boxes are also available for those who would like to save loose change for this part of the LWML ministry.  The next gathering will be in February.

 

A SCHOOL FUNDING COMMITTEE MEETING will be held this Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Room.

 

ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT:  This special evening will be an opportunity for adults (confirmed and older) of the congregation to set aside the hustle and bustle of holiday preparations and focus on the birth of Christ.  It will be held on Sunday, November 29, at 6:30 PM.  The evening will include readings, a variety of music, and desserts.  This will be an elegant, relaxing evening of friendship and preparation for the true meaning of Christmas.  Reservations are needed, but the event is free.  Sign-up will be held beginning next Sunday, Nov. 1, and continuing through Sunday, Nov. 22.

 

HOSTESS OPPORTUNITIES: 
Want to ensure you have a seat at this year’s Advent By Candlelight?  Volunteer to be a table hostess, and we will reserve a chair for you!
 

Hostesses provide table settings, holiday decorations, candles, and a dessert for a  table of 8-10 people.  Many partner with one or two to host a table.  It is lots of fun, and requires only a few hours of your time for planning, baking (or buying) and decorating.  If you would like to host a table this year (or need more information before committing), please call or email Lindsay Paluch at 213-750-1256 or lpaluch@whitecreek.org.

 

CHURCH HISTORY:  In 1936, the congregation decided to join the Rural Electrification Project.  In 1938, the church property was signed up with Bartholomew County REMC.  Walter Burbrink was authorized by the congregation to see that the church’s property be properly wired so that it would pass state inspection.

 

2015 PLEDGES for our school expansion are due by October 31.  The updated current balance yet outstanding is $215,000.

 

EYEGLASSES NEEDED:  MOST Ministries will be taking a Mission Trip to Nicaragua next June.  The people there have a great need for eyeglasses - adult, children, non-prescription sunglasses, and over-the-counter reading glasses.  Glasses cases would also be appreciated.  A box will be in the narthex through next Sunday for this collection.  After that, see Jean Voelker if you have any of these items, and she will pass them along to someone going on this trip.  Your donations will bring sight!

 

A VERY GENEROUS DONOR has responded for the third year and is offering a matching challenge of $100,000 for gifts given to the Orphan Grain Train by November 30.  Every gift, be it $10 or $10,000, will count toward this $100,000 challenge.  The Orphan Grain Train will use each gift as effectively as possible, with only 3% of what is given going for administration and fund-raising.  All donations may be mailed to:  Orphan Grain Train, P.O. Box 1466, Norfolk, NE  68702-9915.  Gifts must be given by November 30 to count toward this $100,000 matching challenge.

 

CONTACT Katie Otte (812-341-5333) or Lakeview Ministries (812-342-4815) to purchase tickets for Camp Lakeview's 11th Annual Dinner Auction, "ROUTE 66," which will be held Saturday, November 21, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  Tickets are $65/person or $600/table.  New items, collectibles, antiques, goods or services, handicraft items, monetary donations are being accepted for the auction. Items are also needed for the silent auction. If you would like to donate, please call Lakeview Ministries at 812-342-4815.  All proceeds benefit God's work being done at Lakeview Ministries, and all donations are tax-deductible.

 

AS HER HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PROJECT, Sydney Morey will be making blankets for Phil’s Friends, a Christ-centered non-profit organization that brings hope to cancer patients. Phil’s Friends sends care packages and cards to cancer patients and makes visits to them.  Sydney will be collecting fleece material – 1 yd x 1 yd – to achieve her goal of 100 blankets.  If you would like to donate fleece to Sydney, you may bring it to the collection tote in the narthex.  Questions???  Contact Sydney at 812-344-5872.

 

HARVEST PARTY:  The Youth Groups of St. John’s will be sponsoring a Harvest Party this Friday, October 30, 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.  Everyone invited!

October 18 Weekly News

PASTORAL CARE NEEDS and emergencies are being responded to by Pastor Keinath.  Contact Becky at the church office or an elder, and they will forward the requests to Pastor Keinath.  Requests may also be made directly to Pastor Keinath at his office-812-522-8440 or his home-812-522-4448.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS are reminded to meet at the Waymansville Fish Fry this evening at 5:30 PM for supper and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

YOUTH GROUPS will meet this evening at 7 PM.

 

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

 

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

 

ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT:  This special evening will be an opportunity for adults (confirmed and older) of the congregation to set aside the hustle and bustle of holiday preparations and focus on the birth of Christ.  It will be held on Sunday, November 29, at 6:30 PM.  The evening will include readings, a variety of music, and desserts.  This will be an elegant, relaxing evening of friendship and preparation for the true meaning of Christmas.  Reservations are needed, but the event is free.  Sign-up will be held Nov. 1-Nov. 22.

 

HOSTESS OPPORTUNITIES:  Want to ensure you have a seat at this year’s Advent By Candlelight?  Volunteer to be a table hostess, and we will reserve a chair for you!  Hostesses provide table settings, holiday decorations, candles, and a dessert for a  table of 8-10 people.  Many partner with one or two to host a table.  It is lots of fun, and requires only a few hours of your time for planning, baking (or buying) and decorating.  If you would like to host a table this year (or need more information before committing), please call or email Lindsay Paluch at 213-750-1256 or lpaluch@whitecreek.org.

 

CHURCH HISTORY:  In November of 1935, it was voted to look into purchasing new pews.  The old pews were shorter because of the placement of the pot belly stoves and the pipes extending from them.  There were no pews that went from aisle to window.  The old pews had center dividers that extended from the ceiling to the top of the pew.  These pews had straight seats and straight backs.  They were hard and uncomfortable!

 

2015 PLEDGES for our school expansion are due by October 31.  The updated current balance yet outstanding is $215,000.

 

EYEGLASSES NEEDED:  MOST Ministries will be taking a Mission Trip to Nicaragua next June.  The people there have a great need for eyeglasses - adult, children, non-prescription sunglasses, and over-the-counter reading glasses.  Glasses cases would also be appreciated.  Jean Voelker has put a box in the narthex through the end of October for this collection and will see that the glasses get to someone going on this trip.  Your donations will bring sight!

 

FISH FRY:  St. Peter, Waymansville, Adult Fellowship will sponsor its Annual Fish Fry this evening from 4:00-7:00 PM. Supplemental funds will be provided by Thrivent Financial.  Everyone invited.

 

CONTACT Katie Otte (812-341-5333) or Lakeview Ministries (812-342-4815) to purchase tickets for Camp Lakeview's 11th Annual Dinner Auction, "ROUTE 66," which will be held Saturday, November 21, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  Tickets are $65/person or $600/table.  New items, collectibles, antiques, goods or services, handicraft items, monetary donations are being accepted for the auction. Please note the information in today’s bulletin insert for items needed for the silent auction. If you would like to donate, please call Lakeview Ministries at 812-342-4815.  All proceeds benefit God's work being done at Lakeview Ministries, and all donations are tax-deductible.

 

THE PREGNANCY CARE CENTER will be offering a Ministry Orientation Night for anyone interested in volunteering within the PCC ministry.  This training will begin tomorrow evening, Monday, October 19, from 6:00-9:00 PM when staff will present the history and vision of the PCC, an overview of each area of ministry to become involved with, and a section on post-modern thinking and how the culture affects who the PCC ministers to.  A light snack will be provided.  Training will then continue November 2-6 from 8:30 AM-Noon at Memorial Baptist Church, 2320 7th Street in Columbus.  For more information, please contact Jane Littmann at 1-866-510-5067 or JaneL@affirminglifeonline.org.

A REFORMATION RALLY, hosted by the Jackson County Mission Federation, will be held next Sunday, October 25, at 7:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran High School.  Pastor James Bushur of the Ft. Wayne Seminary will be the event preacher.

 

POSITION AVAILABLE:  Zion Lutheran School, Seymour, is seeking candidates for principal to administer and coordinate all early childhood programs.  If you have a name, know of someone who is qualified, or would like to apply for this position, contact Zion Lutheran Church office at 812-522-1089 or at zlc@zionseymour.org.

 

HARVEST PARTY:  The Youth Groups of St. John’s will be sponsoring a Harvest Party on Friday, October 30, 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.  Everyone invited!

 

TRINITY’S FALL MUSICAL: The drama and music departments at Trinity Lutheran High School will be performing the musical, My Fair Lady, Thursday, November 5, Friday, November 6, Saturday, November 7, at 7:00 PM and Sunday, November 8, at 3:00 PM.  Contact the Trinity office for tickets - $10 each.

 

FRUIT SALE:  Trinity Lutheran High School FFA is having its annual fruit sale from now through November 11.  New products include cheesecakes and pineapples.  See a Trinity FFA student or place an order online at www.freshfruitorder.org/trinitylutheranhighschool.

October 11 Weekly News

PASTORAL CARE NEEDS and emergencies will be responded to by Pastor Keinath.  Contact Becky at the church office or an elder, and they will forward the requests to Pastor Keinath.  Requests may also be made directly to Pastor Keinath at his office-812-522-8440 or his home-812-522-4448.

 

TODAY WE ARE OBSERVING LWML Sunday to give thanks to God for this ministry.  Please note the handout about the Mite Box ministry.  Mite boxes are available today in the narthex.   

                                              

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

 

EYEGLASSES NEEDED:  MOST Ministries will be taking a Mission Trip to Nicaragua next June.  The people there have a great need for eyeglasses - adult, children, non-prescription sunglasses, and over-the-counter reading glasses.  Glasses cases would also be appreciated.  Jean Voelker has put a box in the narthex for this collection and will see that the glasses get to someone going on this trip.  Your donations will bring sight!

 

CHURCH HISTORY:  In January of 1932, the interior of the church was re-decorated.  It was colorful, with strips 4-5 feet wide that were panels of different shades of blues and roses. There were designs that started at the top of the windows.  At the center of the ceiling, floral and leaf designs criss-crossed.  There was also a border that was chair rail height.  There werefour bowl lights suspended from the ceiling.  Those lights have since been replaced.

ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT is an opportunity for adults (confirmed and older) of the congregation to set aside the hustle and bustle of holiday preparations and focus on the birth of Christ.  It will be held on Sunday, November 29, at 6:30 PM.  The evening will include readings, a variety of music, and desserts.  This will be an elegant, relaxing evening of friendship and preparation for the true meaning of Christmas.  Reservations are needed, but the event is free.  Sign-up will be held Nov. 1-Nov. 22.

 

THE ANNUAL OCTOBER SUPPER & LADIES AID BAZAAR will be held this evening at St. Paul, Wegan, from 4:00-7:00 PM.  A free-will offering will be received.  Carry-out is available.

 

THE FALL LUNCHEON AND BAKE SALE to support the counseling ministry of CrossLife Ministries will be held this Friday, October 16, from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM.  The Auxiliary of CrossLife Ministries will serve chicken casserole, salads, desserts, and drinks at Immanuel Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.  Free-will donations will be accepted, and persons may dine in or carry out. “Helping Hands” donation boxes located on the tables will help support Anchor House.

 

FISH FRY:  St. Peter, Waymansville, Adult Fellowship will sponsor its Annual Fish Fry next Sunday evening, October 18, from 4:00-7:00 PM. Supplemental funds will be provided by Thrivent Financial.  Everyone invited.

 

CONTACT Katie Otte (812-341-5333) or Lakeview Ministries (812-342-4815) to purchase tickets for Camp Lakeview's 11th Annual Dinner Auction, "ROUTE 66," which will be held Saturday, November 21, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  Tickets are $60/person or $500/table if purchased by October 1.  New items, collectibles, antiques, goods or services, handicraft items, monetary donations are being accepted for the auction.  If you would like to donate, please call Lakeview Ministries at 812-342-4815.  All proceeds benefit God's work being done at Lakeview Ministries, and all donations are tax-deductible.

 

A REFORMATION RALLY, hosted by the Jackson County Mission Federation, will be held Sunday, October 25, at 7:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran High School.  Pastor James Bushur of the Ft. Wayne Seminary will be the event preacher.  Persons who would like to sing in the choir (“God Is Our Refuge and Strength” and “Thy Strong Word”) are asked to meet at the Trinity gym at 4:00 that day for practice, followed by dinner at 5:30 and the service at 7:00.  Contact Ron Duncan, Leah Schneider, or Paul Scheiderer with any questions.

 

A DEPOSIT OF $137.00 has been made to the church account on behalf of Thrivent Financial’s Thrivent Choice program by the directed dollars of the following: Wayne & Melanie Meyer and Brian Purdue.

October 4 Weekly News

WELCOME TO Pastor Arthur Schwenk and many thanks to him for leading us in worship this morning.  Pastor Schwenk will also be leading worship this Wednesday evening at 7 PM.

 

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

 

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

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE hours will be flexible this week due to school fall break.  Please call before you make the trip!

QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER ITEMS need to be given to Becky by this Friday, October 9.

 

CHURCH HISTORY:  In October of 1930, the Young People's Society was organized.  This is now known as our Youth Groups.

 

MANY THANKS TO our 175th Anniversary committee - Mary Anne Schneider, Janeen Blomenberg, Ken & Kyra Bode, Phil Burbrink, Greg Hercamp, Beth Burbrink, and Elly Rutan - for the many hours  dedicated to planning all our special celebrations this year.  Your efforts have been truly appreciated! 

 

A BIG THANK-YOU TO Premier Ag and Quality Mill Supply Co. for sponsoring last Sunday's balloon launch.

 

A COMMITTEE IS BEING FORMED to discuss options for school funding.  A number of those who attended the funding workshop have already expressed interest.  If anyone else from the congregation would like to participate, please contact Jan Buss.

 

EYEGLASSES NEEDED:  MOST Ministries will be taking a Mission Trip to Nicaragua next June.  The people there have a great need for eyeglasses - adult, children, non-prescription sunglasses, and over-the-counter reading glasses.  Glasses cases would also be appreciated.  Jean Voelker has put a box in the narthex for this collection and will see that the glasses get to someone going on this trip.  Your donations will bring sight!

 

“THE COOK FAMILY would like to thank everyone for their generosity.  The cards were very touching, and the gifts are truly appreciated!  The way that you have blessed not only Emily and myself, but also all of our children is one of the reasons we will always consider you our family.  God’s richest blessings to you all.” – Pastor, Emily, & Family

 

"THANK YOU for your prayers, kind words, cards, flowers, and visits at the passing of our dear husband and father, Jay Lemmon.  A special thanks to Pastor Cook for his comforting words and to all who donated food for the funeral lunch." - Cindy, Kayla, and Kylie Lemmon

 

TEXAS ROADHOUSE ROLLS:  Trinity High School English trip students have teamed up with Texas Roadhouse to raise a little “dough” to help fund their upcoming trip to England.  They are selling rolls for $4/dozen and butter for $2/container.  Please contact Dylan Maschino at 812-344-5680 or by email at mary.maschino@yahoo.com to order.  Payments may be given to Becky in the church office.  Deadline date to place an order is Tuesday, October 13. 

 

CONTACT Katie Otte (812-341-5333) or Lakeview Ministries (812-342-4815) to purchase tickets for Camp Lakeview's 11th Annual Dinner Auction, "ROUTE 66," which will be held Saturday, November 21, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  Tickets are $65/person or $600/table of ten.  All proceeds benefit God's work being done at Lakeview Ministries.

 

ST. JOHN'S SAUERS, Men's Club is sponsoring a Soup & Sandwich Supper & Bazaar this evening from  4:00-7:00 PM.  Carry-outs are available.

 

OPEN HOUSE: Trinity Lutheran High School invites students and their families to an open house next Sunday,  October 11, from 2:00-4:00 PM.  Interested eighth grade students will receive a $75 voucher that helps cover registration costs at Trinity for the 2016-2017 school year.  Please enter through the Commons.

September 27 Weekly News

WELCOME TO ALL as we come together today to celebrate and give thanks to God for His many blessings and continued faithfulness to us here at White Creek on this, our 175th Anniversary!  A special      welcome and thanks to Pastor Loren Boettcher for delivering today's message and the Men's Chorus for providing special music.

 

TODAY'S EVENTS:  We will have the table prayer for the meal before we are dismissed after today's   worship.  There will be a balloon release immediately after the service, followed by the meal.  If you would like to sit with family/friends for the meal, please get with them before you get in the food line, as seating will be filled from the back to the front of the gym.  A video of the 1990 pageant will be shown throughout the afternoon.

 

MANY THANKS TO all who helped with last weekend’s Smorgasbord/Bazaar and to St. John’s Foundation for sponsoring today’s meal.

 

THIS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, will be Pastor Cook's last worship service with us as he and his family move to Michigan next weekend.  We pray for God's blessings to Pastor and his family as they   begin this new ministry.

 

OUR QUARTERLY VOTERS' MEETING will be held next Sunday evening, October 4, at 7:00 PM.  All confirmed members of our congregation, 18 years and older, are encouraged to attend.

 

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

 

PORTALS OF PRAYER devotional booklets for October-December are available in the narthex.  Large print are also available.

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS are needed!  If you would like to help with this part of our church ministry, please contact Katie Otte at 812-341-5333.

A COMMITTEE IS BEING FORMED to discuss options for school funding.  A number of those who attended the funding workshop have already expressed interest.  If anyone else from the congregation would like to participate, please contact Jan Buss.

 

HARRIETT MEYER is staying at Silver Oaks Healthcare Center for rehabilitation following her surgery for a broken wrist.  Cards of greeting and encouragement may be sent to her at Silver Oaks Healthcare     Center, 2011 Chapa Dr. - Room 205, Columbus, IN  47203.

 

EYEGLASSES NEEDED:  MOST Ministries will be taking a Mission Trip to Nicaragua next June.  The people there have a great need for eyeglasses - adult, children, non-prescription sunglasses, and over-the-counter reading glasses.  While there, the teams will not only see that the glasses you donate are given to needy people, but they will also provide local missionaries the opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus with the people while they are being fitted for their glasses. Glasses cases would also be appreciated.  Jean Voelker has put a box in the narthex for this collection and will see that the glasses get to someone going on this trip.  Your donations will bring sight!

 

TEXAS ROADHOUSE ROLLS:  Trinity High School English trip students have teamed up with Texas Roadhouse to raise a little “dough” to help fund their upcoming trip to England.  They are selling rolls for $4/dozen and butter for $2/container.  Please contact Dylan Maschino at 812-344-5680 or by email at mary.maschino@yahoo.com to order.  Payments may be given to Becky in the church office.  Deadline date to place an order is Tuesday, October 13. 

 

CONTACT Katie Otte (812-341-5333) or Lakeview Ministries (812-342-4815) to purchase tickets for Camp Lakeview's 11th Annual Dinner Auction, "ROUTE 66," which will be held Saturday, November 21, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  Tickets are $60/person or $500/table if purchased before this Thursday, October 1.  All proceeds benefit God's work being done at Lakeview Ministries.

 

THE PREGNANCY CARE CENTER will be offering a Ministry Orientation Night for anyone interested in volunteering within the PCC ministry.  This training will begin on Monday, October 19, from 6:00-9:00 PM when staff will present the history and vision of the PCC, an overview of each area of ministry to become involved with, and a section on post-modern thinking and how the culture affects who the PCC ministers to.  A light snack will be provided.  Training will then continue November 2-6 from 8:30 AM-Noon at Memorial Baptist Church, 2320 7th Street in   Columbus.  For more information, please contact Jane Littmann at       1-866-510-5067 or JaneL@affirminglifeonline.org.

 

 

September 20 Weekly News

PORTALS OF PRAYER devotional booklets for October-December are available in the narthex.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS are reminded they will meet this evening at Bob Evans restaurant at 5:30 PM for supper and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Guests are always welcome!

 

OUR 175TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION SUNDAY will be held next Sunday, September 27.  Because of the planned anniversary catered lunch, Sunday School/Bible Class will begin at 9:00 AM and Worship at 10:15 AM to make it more convenient for everyone as we celebrate!  Pastor Loren Boettcher, pastor at St. John's from 1968-1976, will be our guest speaker, and the Men's Chorus will provide special music.  Come and give thanks to God for His many blessings and continued faithfulness to us here at White Creek!

 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, will be Pastor Cook's last worship service with us as he has accepted the call to St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Michigan and will be leaving the first weekend of October.  We pray for God's blessings to Pastor and his family as they move and begin this new ministry.

 

CHURCH HISTORY:  On Sunday, July 20, 1930, the 90th anniversary of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, White Creek, Jonesville, Indiana, (that was our address back then) was celebrated.  There was a morning service in German (sermon by Rev. M.C. Baade), an afternoon service in English (sermon by Rev. G. Baumgart), and an evening service in English (sermon by Prof. H.A. Klein).  Special music by the Concordia Quartette was part of the first two services.

 

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

 

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this Wednesday evening, September 23, at 5:30 PM.

 

CROSSLIFE MINISTRIES AUXILIARY will meet tomorrow evening, Monday, September 21, at 7 PM at Zion Lutheran Church.  Members from Borchers Lutheran Church will also host the meeting.  Final plans for the Fall Luncheon and Bake Sale to be held Friday, October 16, at Immanuel Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall will be discussed.  All are invited to enjoy the evening of fellowship and become more familiar with the ministry to individuals, marriages, and families throughout Jackson and Bartholomew counties.

 

EYEGLASSES NEEDED:  MOST Ministries will be taking a Mission Trip to Nicaragua next June.  The people there have a great need for eyeglasses - adult, children, non-prescription sunglasses, and over-the-counter reading glasses.  While there, the teams will not only see that the glasses you donate are given to needy people, but they will also provide local missionaries the opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus with the people while they are being fitted for their glasses. Glasses cases would also be appreciated.  Jean Voelker has put a box in the narthex for this collection and will see that the glasses get to someone going on this trip.  Your donations will bring sight! 

 

OPEN HOUSE:  Trinity Lutheran High School invites students and their families to an open house next Saturday, September 26, from 8:00-10:00 AM.  All interested eighth grade students in attendance will receive a $75 voucher that helps cover registration costs at Trinity for the 2016-2017 school year.  Please enter through the gymnasium.

 

THE CAMP LAKEVIEW'S WOMEN'S RETREAT will be held October 2-4 and is a time for renewal through Christian fellowship, God's Word, and relaxation.  The weekend will feature keynote speaker Robin Madson, recreation, campfire devotions, crafts, a banquet, optional massages or manicures, and much, much more.  Visit www.camplakeview.com or call the camp office at 812-342-4815 for more information and to register.

 

CONTACT Katie Otte (812-341-5333) or Lakeview Ministries (812-342-4815) to purchase tickets for Camp Lakeview's 11th Annual Dinner Auction, "ROUTE 66," which will be held Saturday, November 21, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  Tickets are $60/person or $500/table if purchased by October 1.  All proceeds benefit God's work being done at Lakeview Ministries.

September 13 Weekly News

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASS will begin today after worship at 10:30 AM.

 

PORTALS OF PRAYER devotional booklets for October-December will be available from the ushers today after worship.

 

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

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS are reminded they will meet next Sunday evening, September 20, Bob Evans restaurant at 5:30 PM for supper and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

CHURCH HISTORY:  The first Ladies Aid Bazaar was held on September 12, 1931.  Profit from that Bazaar was $44.77.  The first Smorgasbord was held at noon after church in September of 1981.  Cost of the meal was $5.00 per person.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS:  Because of the planned anniversary catered lunch on our celebration Sunday, September 27, Sunday School will begin at 9:00 AM and Worship at 10:15 AM that Sunday.  This will make it more convenient for everyone as we celebrate our 175th Anniversary!

 

SMORGASBORD SIGN-UP SHEETS are available in the narthex today.  Our Annual Smorgasbord/Bazaar will be held next Saturday, September 19, with serving beginning at 4:30 PM.  Please take this opportunity to sign up for food donations and to volunteer to work with your church family.  Questions???  Contact Annette Purdue at (812) 343-9149.

ITEMS NEEDED for our upcoming Bazaar on September 19 include gently used items for the Second Time Around table (NO clothes - please indicate whether you would like the item back if it doesn't sell), handmade crafts, and homemade baked items.  Children and adult books sell very well. The gently used items and crafts may be brought to the gym this Friday, September 18, and baked goods on Saturday morning.  Please price all items.  Questions???  Contact Jean Voelker (812-522-8168).

 

ALL LADIES ARE INVITED TO ATTEND the LWML Fall Rally next Saturday, September 19, at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 1/4 mile north of Bean Blossom.  Registration and breakfast begin at 8:30 a.m., followed by the meeting and guest speaker, DCE Sheila Thomack.  The Rally will conclude with a lunch served at noon.

 

TRINITY'S FFA MEMBERS are selling Marian Kay spices now through this Tuesday, September 15.  Anyone interested in making a purchase may contact any Trinity FFA member, Bryan Schroer, FFA sponsor, or the Trinity office at 812-524-8547.

 

CROSSLIFE MINISTRIES AUXILIARY will meet Monday, September 21, at 7 PM at Zion Lutheran Church.  Members from Borchers Lutheran Church will also host the meeting.  Final plans for the Fall Luncheon and Bake Sale to be held Friday, October 16, at Immanuel Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall will be discussed.  All are invited to enjoy the evening of fellowship and become more familiar with the ministry to individuals, marriages, and families throughout Jackson and Bartholomew counties.

 

DEPOSITS OF $30 and $248 have been deposited to the church and school accounts on behalf of the Thrivent Financial's Thrivent Choice program by the directed Choice Dollars of the following:  Kay Clow, Leon & Joan Schlehuser, Brian Schultz, Matt & Michelle Taulman, Louis & Jean Voelker.

 

OPEN HOUSE:  Trinity Lutheran High School invites students and their families to an open house on Saturday, September 26, from 8:00-10:00 AM.  All interested eighth grade students in attendance will receive a $75 voucher that helps cover registration costs at Trinity for the 2016-2017 school year.  Please enter through the gymnasium.

 

THE CAMP LAKEVIEW'S WOMEN'S RETREAT will be held October 2-4 and is a time for renewal through Christian fellowship, God's Word, and relaxation.  the weekend will feature keynote speaker Robin Madson, recreation, campfire devotions, crafts, a banquet, optional massages or manicures, and much, much more.  Visit www.camplakeview.com or call the camp office at 812-342-4815 for more information.

 

CONTACT Katie Otte (812-341-5333) to purchase tickets for Camp Lakeview's 11th Annual Dinner Auction, which will be held Saturday, November 11, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  $60/person or $500/table if purchased by October 1.