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Come one and all to help decorate the Christmas tree at church!!
Date: Saturday, Dec. 6
Time: 8:00 a.m. for helpers to put the stand together and shape the branches
9:00 a.m. for those to help string lights (we need people who can stand on ladders and we need an
extra 10 – 12 foot ladder)
10:00 a.m. for those who will put on ornaments and decorate the tree and church
All of this should be completed by 11:00 a.m.
Treats and refreshments will be supplied by the Worship and Evangelism Committee members
Christmas Caroling
Everyone is welcome to join the adult choir during the annual Christmas caroling evening on Wednesday, December 17th. Mark that evening on your calendars now! You are also invited to share in fellowship immediately following this event. Just bring a snack or treat to share.
CHRISTMAS HYMN SING
Mari Roedig will lead a Christmas Hymn sing before church services on November 30, December 7 and
December 21. Please have your favorites ready to shout out and we will all sing together to celebrate God’s wonderful gift to us.
Mari Roedig
Women of Worship - WOW
Thank you all!! September’s “Noisy Offering” amounted to $230. This will be sent to our little boy through Compassion International. October’s offerings will go to the youth attending the ELCA National Youth Gathering. November’s offering is ear marked for the Salvation Army to help in their holiday efforts and December’s offering will be sent to Crossway’s Camping Ministries. Again, thanks to all.
Thanks to those who contributed magazines, hand cleaning materials, candy, money and other materials for our men in service packages. We all know how much they will be
valued by those serving our country.
Don’t forget hats, mittens, scarves, socks, etc for the mitten tree, which will be set up in the narthex on November 4th after our next meeting. The donated items will be going to Head Start, the Salvation Army, or, if you have any other suggestions, let us know.
Teresa Satori is organizing a cookie exchange for the early part of December. Sounds like fun! Let Teresa know if you are interested in participating.
We have added new kinds of coffee to our selection in the narthex, including whole bean kinds for those who like to grind their own at home.
Our next meeting will be started with pizza from Papa Murphy’s and will be held on
November 4 at 11 a.m. in the lower level Fellowship Hall at church. See you there!
Kate Mealy
Mark you calendars for the next Hobby Night!
WOW St. Paul Hobby Night
Friday, November 14th, 7 PM - ??
Fellowship Hall
Bring your craft and a snack to share. Enjoy the fellowship!
Please RSVP to Teresa by November 10
THANKOFFERING BOXES AND ENVELOPES
Anyone who is interested in contributing on Thankoffering Sunday, Nov. 16, may bring their envelope, box of coins or their paper or food product with them on that Sunday and leave it in front of the altar when directed to by Pastor Brian.
As we move into year two, here's an update from the Building Feasibility Committee
It's not that we like to eavesdrop, but lately we've overheard:
From the kitchen...
"It's so fast" "I love it" "Now we can use the real dishes!"
The new commercial dishwasher has had rave reviews, and people can't wait to use it more!
From the sanctuary...
Actually, we haven't heard much - which means that the congregation HAS HEARD! The sound system seems to have made a great improvement in the worship service since the number of complaints has decreased dramatically (with a few glitches once in a while).
The Building Feasibility Committee has now met nearly every other week for the past year. While the sound system and dishwasher are great accomplishments, we have been busy moving forward with more comprehensive plans for expansion and remodeling. We are especially appreciative of the overwhelming support expressed at the special congregational meeting that gave us the financial committment allowing us to keep moving forward.
Based on the needs identified by a congregational survey, we have engaged the Groth Design Group of Cedarburg to work with us. Bill Lodel, a Two Rivers native, has already presented us with a draft which he is refining based on recommendations from the committee.
What's next? WE NEED YOU TO GET INVOLVED! Within the next several weeks, we will be requesting members to participate in focus groups/feedback sessions to discuss the designs. Watch for further announcements, or contact a committee member if you are interested in participating.
Thank you for your continued prayers and guidance as we continue to go forward with positive thoughts and a focus on achieving an environment that best serves the present and future ministry needs of our congregation.
The Building Feasibility Committee
Bill Lamberg, David Dahleen, Joy Carlson, Bruce Peters, Tom Reed, Lynn Retzak, Teresa Satori, Betty Swadner, Don Vogt
Church Council Minutes, September 4, 2008
Meeting called to order at 7:20 p.m.
Agenda: Approved as is
Present: Bob Satori, Matt Swadner, Kate Mealy, Pastor Brian, Linda Wallander, Gary Aschenbrenner, Wendy Reed, Chris Lewis, Gina Wolff, Shirley Osieczanek and Kay Mosher
Absent: Kay Heyduk and Jayne Gengler-Lasecke
Devotions: Pastor Brian
Prayer: Pastor Brian
Treasurer's Report
Approved as is.
Secretary's Report
Minutes approved with recommended amendments.
Pastor's Report
Beginning in September on the last Sunday of each month there will be an additional offering taken. This will be called the “Noisy Offering.” The Women of Worship group will have the monies collected during this offering going to different causes throughout the year. The first “Noisy Offering” will be given to our Compassion Child “Esmerelda.” Pastor needed two members of council to be a part of this years nominating committee. Our two volunteers are Shirley Osieczanek and Gary Aschenbrenner who will join Pastor, Sue Vocke, Sherrill Hanstedt and Betty Swadner. Thanks Shirley and Gary and the rest for volunteering your time and talents.
Old Business
Feasibility Committee Report – No report.
Giving Report Changes – The council was given a sample of what the Finance Committee put together. The council has some additional suggestions, which will be given to the committee on All Committee night.
Communion trays/equipment: Money has been transferred for the memorial fund and the communion wear has arrived.
Roof Project Update: Matt has a call into Tom Pasek and is awaiting his return call.
Chicken Dinner fund raising project: Sunday October 12. The council is organizing ticket sales to be done before and after services on Sunday and Thursday. Sink Hole: Continuing to look into this matter.
NEW BUSINESS
Nothing at this time.
OTHER BUSINESS
Pastor spoke with Seilers, they will continue with our snow plowing.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PERSONNEL: Met with Mary Ann regarding extension of her probationary period to the end of September
FINANCE: No report
STEWARDSHIP: Stewardship has a song for the drive.
WORSHIP AND EVANGELISM: Schedule set for the rest of 2008 into 2009.
BUILDING AND GROUNDS: See roof up-date and sink hole report.
EDUCATION AND YOUTH: Rally Sunday is on September 7th. A new program for our Junior and Senior high students will begin on Wednesday evenings. Fellowship time with pizza and soda for all students from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Confirmation students will have class and senior high students will have a Bible study of their choosing.
LIFE AND GROWTH: Refreshments will be served on Rally Sunday.
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