August 13 Weekly News

“THESES” ARE STILL AVAILABLE.  One aspect of our October 29^th celebration of the 500^th Anniversary of The Reformation will be to assemble backpacks for an Orphan Grain Train special project: School Kits.  In order to have the supplies needed for the school kits, you are asked to consider donating school supplies (on sale now) and/or the cost of mailing them.  In keeping with our Reformation theme, 95 “theses” were posted on the wooden door in the narthex.  Each “theses” has school supplies listed on the back.  If you take a “theses” please return the school supplies on your “theses” by October 1.  A box is available in the narthex for these supplies.

“WELL, IT’S BEEN 500 YEARS!  On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther posted 95 theses for debate on the church door of the castle church n Wittenberg, Germany.  Little did he know the impact that simple act would have.  Beginning September 10 during our regular Bible study time, we will be looking at the life of Martin Luther and the reasons behind the Reformation by looking at a video series put out by Lutheran Hour Ministries.  You do not want to miss this opportunity to learn more about what we will be celebrating in October.  Hope to see you there!” -  In Christ, Pastor Whitmore

THERE WILL BE a special voters’ meeting next Sunday after worship. 

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this Thursday, August 17, at 5:30 p.m.

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will gather for supper at the Cracker Barrel restaurant in Seymour next Sunday evening, August 20, at 5:30 p.m. and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Guests are always welcome!

LADIES BIBLE STUDY will begin this Wednesday, August 16, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Room.  Babysitting will be available.  Questions???  Contact Mary Anne Schneider.

OUR ANNUAL SMORGASBORD/BAZAAR is coming up on Saturday, September 9, 4:30-7:00 p.m.  Many helpers are needed for this yearly church-sponsored event!  Sign-up sheets for workers and donations are in the narthex today.  Sign up and take this opportunity to work and have fun with your church family!

MEMORIAL BRICKS for our sidewalk or Memory Garden may be ordered now through Labor Day.  Bricks are $100.  Contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer or Larry & Janice Claycamp if interested in placing an order.  If you would like a special clip-art included on your brick, see Becky in the office for a sheet of what is available.  Any brick orders received after Labor Day will be held until next year’s order is placed.

THE BOOKMOBILE will be at White Creek tomorrow and August 28 from 9:30-11:30 a.m.  Please update this on your August calendar.

DEPOSITS OF $217.00 (church), $377.00 (school), and $114.00 (Foundation) have been made on behalf of Thrivent Financial’s Thrivent Choice Dollars program by the directed choice dollars of Ken & Kyra Bode, Larry & Janice Claycamp, Keith Mensendiek, Paul & Joan Otte, Brian Purdue, and Matt Taulman.

TLHS TRIVIA NIGHT:  Are you a trivia nut?  Round up some friends and family members and join in for a night of fun at Trinity’s 13th annual Trivia Night on Saturday, August 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the Bollinger Gymnasium.  Not only will you get a chance to prove what you know, but you’ll also be entered to win some great prizes!  On sale now in Trinity’s school office, tickets cost $12 per person or $72 per table.  Please call 812-524-5847 for tickets or speak to one of the students traveling on the English Expedition.

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:                      Matthew 14:30              

“But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, ‘Lord, save me.’”  The world, really, is a scary place – natural disasters, disease, terrorism, and a hundred other things.  But where do we place our hope, our trust – our vision?  Where do we look for aid and comfort?  When Peter’s eyes were on the Lord, he had confidence.  When he turned to look at his problems and took his eyes off the Lord, he fell apart.  Sometimes God’s call to support the work of His Church with our offerings makes us nervous.  But put your eyes back on your Lord, trust Him, follow His Word, and all, really, will be well.              

T BLESSINGS ON YOUR WEEK! T

August 6 Weekly News

TEACHER INSTALLATION:  We pray God’s blessings to our faculty as this school year has begun:  K-Michelle Barnett, Grade 1-Mary Anne Schneider, Grade 2-Jean Jack, Grade 3-Kim Enzinger, Grade 4-Lindsay Paluch, Grade 5-Whitney Vandercar, Grade 6-Jessica Sons, Grades 7 & 8-Micah McCormick, Principal-Jan Buss, Confirmation Class-Pastor Whitmore, and Teacher Aides-Kyra Bode and Tracey Engelau.

WORK DAY to clean up the church/school grounds will be held this next Saturday, August 12, at 8:00 a.m.  Bring your rakes, trimmers, shovels, and lots of energy to spruce up around the church and school.  Rain date will be August 19.

DID YOU NOTICE the wooden door in the narthex?  One aspect of our October 29^th celebration of the 500^th Anniversary of The Reformation will be to assemble backpacks for an Orphan Grain Train special project: School Kits.  In order to have the supplies needed for the school kits, you are asked to consider donating school supplies (on sale now) and/or the cost of mailing them.  In keeping with our Reformation theme, 95 “theses” have been posted on that wooden door in the narthex.  Each “theses” has school supplies listed on the back.  If you take a “theses” please return the school supplies on your “theses” by October 1.  A box will be available in the narthex for these supplies.

“WELL, IT’S BEEN 500 YEARS!  On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther posted 95 theses for debate on the church door of the castle church n Wittenberg, Germany.  Little did he know the impact that simple act would have.  Beginning September 10 during our regular Bible study time, we will be looking at the life of Martin Luther and the reasons behind the Reformation by looking at a video series put out by Lutheran Hour Ministries.  You do not want to miss this opportunity to learn more about what we will be celebrating in October.  Hope to see you there!” -  In Christ, Pastor Whitmore

OUR ANNUAL SMORGASBORD/BAZAAR is coming up on Saturday, September 9, 4:30-7:00 p.m.  Many helpers are needed for this yearly church-sponsored event!  Sign-up sheets for workers and donations will be in the narthex next Sunday before and after church.

MEMORIAL BRICKS for our sidewalk or Memory Garden may be ordered now through Labor Day.  Bricks are $100.  Contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer or Larry & Janice Claycamp if interested in placing an order.  If you would like a special clip-art included on your brick, see Becky in the office for a sheet of what is available.  Any brick orders received after Labor Day will be held until next year’s order is placed.

SEVERAL VOLUNTEERS are still needed to help in the Ethnic Expo food booth on Friday, October 13.  If you would like to enjoy an afternoon of seeing community friends and working with your church family, please contact Janeen Blomenberg, Jean Voelker, or Becky.

“THANK YOU for all the thoughtful prayers, cards, visits, and get well wishes.  The new hip is doing great!” – Sam Behrman

EVERYONE IS INVITED TO the concert, Pray About Everything, featuring Guy Penrod at the First Baptist Church in Seymour this evening at 6:30 p.m.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m.  Tickets are $20/person and are available online at itickets.com or by calling the First Baptist Church office at 812-522-1909.  Guy was the lead singer for the Gaither Vocal Band for many years. 

EVERYONE IS INVITED to the 140^th Anniversary of St. Paul’s, Jonesville, which will be celebrated next Sunday, August 13, at 10:15 a.m.  Indiana District President Dan May will be the guest preacher.  The congregation invites our neighboring brothers and sisters to join us on this day of celebration.  Following the worship service, dinner of pulled pork, fried chicken with side dishes, salads and desserts will be offered, many from historic German recipes of congregational members.  Games such as croquet, horseshoes, sack races, bean bag toss and watermelon seed spitting contest will be held.  Card games will also be indoors.  Horse and carriage rides will be offered beginning at noon.

PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE:  Lakeview Ministries is in search of additional help for the upcoming retreat season.  As this ministry continues to grow, individuals are needed to assist with Food Service, Housekeeping, and Maintenance.  If you desire to help fill any of these needs, please contact David Vandercar at 812-342-4815 or david@lakeviewministries.com.  These are paid positions that can average 10-30 hours per week.  For more information, please visit www.lakeviewministries.com.

CPH 2017 BIBLE SALE:  Concordia Publishing Company is offering up to 33% off on its new and most popular Bibles and companion books.  Check the bulletin board in the front school hall to see items and prices for this savings offer.  Orders may be given to Becky in the church office.  This sale ends September 30.

  

HISTORICAL TIMELINE OF EVENTS RELATIVE TO THE REFORMATION:

1510-Luther sent to Rome on mission for Augustinian order

1511-Luther sent to Wittenberg University to serve as professor, takes over chair of Staupitz at Wittenberg

1512-Luther awarded Doctor of Theology degree, October 18-19

THE BOOKMOBILE will be at White Creek on August 14 and 28 from 9:30-11:30 a.m.  Please update this on your August calendar.

TLHS TRIVIA NIGHT:  Are you a trivia nut?  Round up some friends and family members and join in for a night of fun at Trinity’s 13th annual Trivia Night on Saturday, August 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the Bollinger Gymnasium.  Not only will you get a chance to prove what you know, but you’ll also be entered to win some great prizes!  On sale now in Trinity’s school office, tickets cost $12 per person or $72 per table.  Please call 812-524-5847 for tickets or speak to one of the students traveling on the English Expedition.

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:                      Matthew 14:17-18              

“They said to him, ‘We have only five loaves here and two fish.’  And he said, ‘Bring them here to me.’”  When the disciples held on to the five loaves and two fish – that’s exactly what they had.  But when they handed them over to the Lord, the multitudes are fed.  Apart from Jesus all we do and all we have is nothing – but in Jesus all we do and have is blessed to be used by the Lord for His gracious work.

T BLESSINGS ON YOUR WEEK! T

July 30 Weekly News

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

THE BOARD OF ELDERS will meet this Wednesday, August 2, after worship.

EVERYONE IS INVITED TO the concert, Pray About Everything, featuring Guy Penrod at the First Baptist Church in Seymour next Sunday, August 6, at 6:30 p.m.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m.  Tickets are $20/person and are available online at itickets.com or by calling the First Baptist Church office at 812-522-1909.  Guy was the lead singer for the Gaither Vocal Band for many years. 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:  Work day to clean up the church/school grounds will be held Saturday, August 12. At 8:00 a.m.  Bring your rakes, trimmers, shovels, and lots of energy to spruce up around the church and school.  Rain date will be August 19.

NEWS FROM THE KYLERS:  “Greetings in Christ Jesus our Lord!  I pray all is well.  I assume that by now everyone is gearing up for school to begin.  We moved into our new home in Bismarck, ND this past weekend, and I wanted to pass along our new address:  4111 Lockport St. #216, Bismarck, ND  58503.  I will be learning and serving Bethel Lutheran Church and Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, both in Bismarck.  Both of these churches are on the internet, record services, and are on Facebook if anyone would like to check them out.  Abigail and Jacob will attend Martin Luther Lutheran School in Bismarck.  This is a small school that reminds me a lot of White Creek Lutheran.  God’s blessings through our Savior, Jesus Christ!” – Jeff, Donna, Abigail, Jacob and James Kyler.

 MEMORIAL BRICKS for our sidewalk or Memory Garden may be ordered now through Labor Day.  Bricks are $100.  Contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer or Larry & Janice Claycamp if interested in placing an order.  If you would like a special clip-art included on your brick, see Becky in the office for a sheet of what is available.  Any brick orders received after Labor Day will be held until next year’s order is placed. 

CPH 2017 BIBLE SALE:  Concordia Publishing Company is offering up to 33% off on its new and most popular Bibles and companion books.  Check the bulletin board in the front school hall to see items and prices for this savings offer.  Orders may be given to Becky in the church office.  This sale ends September 30.

EVERYONE IS INVITED to the 140^th Anniversary of St. Paul’s, Jonesville, which will be celebrated on Sunday, August 13, at 10:15 a.m.  Indiana District President Dan May will be the guest preacher.  The congregation invites our neighboring brothers and sisters to join us on this day of celebration.  Following the worship service, dinner of pulled pork, fried chicken with side dishes, salads and desserts will be offered, many from historic German recipes of congregational members.  Games such as croquet, horseshoes, sack races, bean bag toss and watermelon seed spitting contest will be held.  Card games will also be indoors.  Horse and carriage rides will be offered beginning at noon. 

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:                  Matthew 13:45-46

“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it.”  Indeed, Jesus redeemed us, purchased us back from sin and death, with all that He had.  We belong to Him now.  And this is the foundation for our own generosity:  imitating the outsized generosity of Jesus.

T BLESSINGS ON YOUR WEEK! T

PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE:  Lakeview Ministries is in search of additional help for the upcoming retreat season.  As this ministry continues to grow, individuals are needed to assist with Food Service, Housekeeping, and Maintenance.  If you desire to help fill any of these needs, please contact David Vandercar at 812-342-4815 or david@lakeviewministries.com.  These are paid positions that can average 10-30 hours per week.  For more information, please visit www.lakeviewministries.com.

July 23 Weekly News

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

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their Bible study and meeting this Wednesday, July 26, at 9:00 a.m.  Guests are always welcome!

WCLS REGISTRATION: School registration for students in grades 3-8 will be held this Friday, July 28, from 9:00-11:00 a.m. and 5:30-7:00 p.m.  Families are reminded that Mrs. Sons will not be present during the morning time due to a prior commitment, so if you would like to meet her, please plan on attending during the evening time.  Students in grades K-2 and all new students are being visited by their teachers.

EVERYONE IS INVITED TO the concert, Pray About Everything, featuring Guy Penrod at the First Baptist Church in Seymour on Sunday, August 6, at 6:30 p.m.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m.  Tickets are $20/person and are available online at itickets.com or by calling the First Baptist Church office at 812-522-1909.  Guy was the lead singer for the Gaither Vocal Band for many years. 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:  Work day to clean up the church/school grounds will be held Saturday, August 12. At 8:00 a.m.  Bring your rakes, trimmers, shovels, and lots of energy to spruce up around the church and school.  Rain date will be August 19.

SEVERAL AREA CHURCHES have recently suffered acts of vandalism.  If you are out and about, please keep an eye out for anything unusual around our church and school property.

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:   Romans 8:18

“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.”  It is very easy to get caught up in the present and lose track of our ultimate destiny in the Kingdom of God.  St. Paul encourages us to keep eternity in mind.  This certainly has an application to our support for the Gospel – if we keep our focus on “the glory to be revealed” we will see our tithes and offerings in a new light.

T BLESSINGS ON YOUR WEEK! T

July 16 Weekly News

                

MANY THANKS TO Rev. Greg Cynova for leading us in worship this morning.  Pastor Whitmore will be returning from vacation this Friday, July 21.

THERE WILL BE NO Bible Study this Wednesday, July 19, as Pastor Whitmore is on vacation.

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

THE ANNIVERSARY DINNER of the CrossLife Ministries Auxiliary will be held tomorrow evening, Monday, July 17, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church, Dudleytown.  All are invited to enjoy the evening of fellowship and become more familiar with this ministry to individuals, marriages, and families throughout Jackson and Bartholomew counties.  Please bring a covered dish to share.  Drinks and anniversary cake will be provided.

A BENEFIT CONCERT for Our Hospice of South Central Indiana will be held at St. Paul, Clifty, this Friday, July 21, at 7:30 p.m.  Robin Gratz will be the organist.  A free-will offering will be received for Hospice.  Everyone is invited.

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED:  Trinity Lutheran high School has been welcoming more international students to the community, and we are in need of host families for at least 4 students this upcoming year.  Places are needed for girls from China, Vietnam, and Germany, and a boy from South Korea.  The visiting student provides a monthly stipend to families for help with food and transportation costs while here.  Please contact Ben Stellwagen (812-524-8547 or bstellwagen@trinitycougars.org) for more information.  Please give prayerful consideration to hosting one of these students and, as a result, help share the Gospel with the community abroad!

SEVERAL AREA CHURCHES have recently suffered acts of vandalism.  If you are out and about, please keep an eye out for anything unusual around our church and school property.

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:   Romans 8:12

“So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh.”  We owe the flesh, the world, and the devil nothing at all.  We are not debtors to these enemies: we are freed by the blood of Christ.  We are joyful servants in Christ’s kingdom – servants that He calls friends.  We share our Lord’s plans and purposes – and this gives direction and purpose to our lives.

T BLESSINGS ON YOUR WEEK! T

July 9 Weekly News

QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER ITEMS need to be given to Becky by TOMORROW.

PASTOR WHITMORE & FAMILY will be leaving on vacation this Thursday, July 13, and will return on Friday, July 21.  If pastoral care is needed during this time, please contact one of our elders, Ben Peters, Paul Otte, or Rex Enzinger.  Rev. Greg Cynova, a retired pastor from Fort Wayne, now living in Franklin, will lead us in worship next Sunday and Wednesday, July 19.

THERE WILL BE NO Bible Study on Wednesday, July 19, as Pastor Whitmore will be on vacation.

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS are reminded they will meet next Sunday evening,  July 16,  at 5:30 p.m. for supper and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Guests are always welcome!

A CD RELEASE Praise and Worship Celebration will be held at Ogilville Christian Church this evening at 6:30 p.m. With a lot of help and participation from drummer, Greg Hercamp, the worship team at OCC has recorded a CD.  This celebration will include lots of worship in song and sharing about the making of the CD.  Cupcakes and ice cream will follow.  Everyone is invited to join them!

THE ANNIVERSARY DINNER of the CrossLife Ministries Auxiliary will be held on Monday, July 17, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church, Dudleytown.  All are invited to enjoy the evening of fellowship and become more familiar with this ministry to individuals, marriages, and families throughout Jackson and Bartholomew counties.  Please bring a covered dish to share.  Drinks and anniversary cake will be provided.

A BENEFIT CONCERT for Our Hospice of South Central Indiana will be held at St. Paul, Clifty, on Friday, July 21, at 7:30 p.m.  Robin Gratz will be the organist.  A free-will offering will be received for Hospice.  Everyone is invited.

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED:  Trinity Lutheran high School has been welcoming more international students to the community, and we are in need of host families for at least 4 students this upcoming year.  Places are needed for girls from China, Vietnam, and Germany, and a boy from South Korea.  The visiting student provides a monthly stipend to families for help with food and transportation costs while here.  Please contact Ben Stellwagen (812-524-8547 or bstellwagen@trinitycougars.org) for more information.  Please give prayerful consideration to hosting one of these students and, as a result, help share the Gospel with the community abroad!

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:   Matthew 11:28

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”  Jesus has come to do the work so that we might have rest from burdens and labors we are not capable of bearing.  He frees us from sin, death, and the demands of the Law.  In that peace and rest of Jesus we find a new purpose – His light yoke which is no burden to bear, but a joy!

T BLESSINGS ON YOUR WEEK! T

July 2 Weekly News

WE REJOICE WITH Brent & Charissa Reedy, as they bring their daughter, ADALYNN FAYE, to be baptized this morning.  God’s blessings to you, Adalynn!

WE INCLUDE prayers today for the LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces in remembering the men and women of our armed forces and the chaplains who bring them the changeless Gospel message in a challenging and dangerous world.  Please note today’s insert.

THE QUARTERLY VOTERS’ MEETING will be held this morning after worship.  All confirmed members of our congregation, 18 years and older, are encouraged to attend.

THE ELDERS will meet this Wednesday, July 5, after worship.

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this Thursday, July 6, at 5:30 p.m.

QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER ITEMS need to be given to Becky by Monday, July 10.

JOIN US in giving thanks that God has provided us with a teacher for next year following Mr. Noelker’s announcement that he has accepted a call to Michigan.  Mrs. Jessica (Rieckers) Sons will be teaching departmentalized social studies and science for our upper graders and serving as sixth grade homeroom teacher.  Mrs. Sons has a degree in history, is a member at St. John’s, Sauers, and is active in 4-H.  We welcome her and include her and all of our staff as they prepare for the new school year.

KINDERGARTEN SURVEY:  As a follow-up to the suggestion left for the Board of Education to consider 5-day kindergarten, a survey was requested of the congregation over the past few weeks.  These are the results: 21 in favor of 5-day kindergarten, 9 against, and 1 undecided.  These results lead the Board to continue to look at the various aspects of this situation, and in the future more input may be requested of St. John’s members.

BRICKS for our sidewalk and Memorial Garden may be ordered anytime from now through Labor Day.  Cost is $100/brick.  Contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer or Larry & Janice Claycamp to order.

A CD RELEASE Praise and Worship Celebration will be held at Ogilville Christian Church on Sunday, July 9, at 6:30 p.m. With a lot of help and participation from drummer, Greg Hercamp, the worship team at OCC has recorded a CD.  This celebration will include lots of worship in song and sharing about the making of the CD.  Cupcakes and ice cream will follow.  Everyone is invited to join them!

THE ANNIVERSARY DINNER of the CrossLife Ministries Auxiliary will be held on Monday, July 17, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church, Dudleytown.  All are invited to enjoy the evening of fellowship and become more familiar with this ministry to individuals, marriages, and families throughout Jackson and Bartholomew counties.  Please bring a covered dish to share.  Drinks and anniversary cake will be provided.

HISTORICAL TIMELINE OF EVENTS RELATIVE TO THE REFORMATION:

1506 – Luther takes final vows as Augustinian Monk, autumn

1507 – Luther ordained priest at Erfurt Cathedral, April 3

1509 – John Calvin born in Noyon, France, July 10

·         Luther obtains Bachelor of Theology degree, March 9; returns to Erfurt

·         Henry VIII becomes king of England

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:   Matthew 10:42

“And whoever gives one of these little ones even a cup of cold water because he is a disciple, truly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward.”  The tithes and offerings you give to the Lord’s work in His church go to supporting all manner of discipleship: they provide for a minister of the Gospel to preach, teach, and conduct the Sacraments; they provide for our missionaries and ministries of mercy here and abroad; and they make sure that the folks in your area have a place to go to worship the Lord.  The Lord is pleased with this work – and He wants to bless you through supporting it.

T BLESSINGS ON YOUR WEEK! T