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VOLUME 24 ISSUE 9
November
Newsletter
2019
“Serving and Ministering to the Community Since 1873”
Rev. Brian Riedy, Pastor
Ph# 610-844-8924
Email: [email protected]
“Trinity Tidings” is a monthly publication printed on the
premises of Holy Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church
Robin McCloud, Office Secretary,
Email: [email protected]
HOLY TRINITY MEMORIAL
LUTHERAN CHURCH
604 Fourth Street
Catasauqua, Pa 18032
Phone:610-264-2641
Fax:610-264-2661
Website: www.holytrinitymemoriallutheran.com
Email: [email protected]
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AND USE OUR
HOSPITAL CODE #244.
DEADLINE for Dec./Jan. newsletter Is November 20th
Core purpose statement:
“Gratefully sharing God’s love through faith and service”
The November newsletter is in loving memory
of Fred and Ethel Schultz by
Roxane Williams and family.
My dearest sisters and brothers in Christ,
At Holy Trinity we strive to be Christ-Centered: partnering, serving, growing, supporting, praising, and spiritual.
November 3rd marks daylight savings time for the United States. Therefore, we get to “Fall Back”. I’m hoping that you get to use that hour to catch-up on some rest. We have been very busy at Holy Trinity. If we are going to continue with the out-pouring of love to the community, I need all of you at your best, well-rested state. What concerns me on some days is that we have a human propensity to fall back into the ways of yesterday. I’m not talking about the good days of yore; but rather, speaking of the sinful mindset we so often live when we focus on death, forgetting the new life Christ has given us.
St Paul wrote to the Colossians, “Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set you minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.” (Colossians 3:1-4 NIV).
On October 11, 2019, someone broke into our church building. This was a Thursday night or Friday morning thing. It appeared as vandalism. On Sunday morning, it was discovered that an item was missing. I stood in shock as our 8am members came into the building to greet me with their heart-felt “Good to see you Pastor.” We talked about the shame of the whole event.
On Monday, I called the Catasauqua Police to update our report. Officer Best, one of the school’s resource officers and a partner with us at the summer lunch program, came to take the new report. He commented on his sorrow, saying that our church doesn’t deserve to have this happen. He said that we are so community driven and doing so much for Catasauqua that people should be treating us as we treat them. I thanked him for such kind words. Then, I shared with him this difficult calling of Christ. We are to treat others how we want to be treated- not treat them as they treat us. We are to turn our cheek if we get slapped so to expose our other cheek for a slapping. We are to take the insults of this world, because we live as a new creation. The world cannot hurt us, it cannot take anything from us that has any value because Christ has already claimed our lives as eternal.
All this is to say that we have a choice in front of us. We can revert, or fallback, into a life of fear, worry, and doubt; or, we can choose to live. We can choose to live as free Christians who live-out the Gospel proclamation of new life in Christ. Remember, when we live as new, we then live for the betterment of others. We live with a sure assurance that all we need is already provided. Therefore, we look to provide others with what we have- hope, peace, joy, and love.
So, my sisters and brothers, get some rest! I need you to walk with me into this new life. I need you to stand with me at the tables where we invite all to partake in our feasts. I need you to fight with me the good fight as we battle the thoughts of death and fear as the world tries to have us forget we are alive in Christ. Get rest, November and December are going to be full of new-life opportunities where Catasauqua will be invited into this new way to live. Get rest on the day God gave us an extra hour, because pouring out our hearts to others is difficult tiring work.
Your partner in Christ,
Pr. Brian
Church Council Members Diane Czar: 610-739-6006 Cheryl Kneiss: 610-262-0467
Barb Fister: 610-266-1160 RuthAnn Reinsmith: 610-264-4346
Carol Cunningham: 610-264-2045 Joe Schwindenhammer: 610-573-1957
Robert Bastian 610-266-4287 Robin Ruch 610-849-6585
Carole Nacci: 610-264-8785 Rick Martson: 484-661-5183 Youth Rep.: Emily Suter
OFFICERS
President: Barbara Fister Vice President: Cheryl Kneiss:
Secretary: (Rotating) Treasurer: John Marakovits
The church’s budget at the end of September is (-$8,272.26). The budget
deficit at the end of September of 2018 (last year) was (-$21,747.08) -$13,474.82
more.
In order to make this year’s budget of $176,587 we need to average
$3,395.90 per Sunday. Through September, we are averaging $3,183.89 each
Sunday—$212.01 per Sunday less. Than what is needed to make 2019’s budget.
At the end of September, all of our bills are paid current.
Special gifts received in September were:
$1,567.00 Pastor’s Discretionary Fund
$ 506.00 Community Lunch
$ 22.00 Future Projects Fund
$ 5.00 Organ Fund
$ 85.00 Yard Sale (for Catasauqua public library)
$ 5.00 All Saints Day
$ 40.00 L.C.S. Disaster Relief
$ 40.00 Bulletin Dedications
$ 167.01 Christian Ed. Expenses (paid by Scrip card program)
$ 2.00 S.C.S. Supplies
Thank you to everyone who contributed to these “special” causes.
Thank you.
John Marakovits, Treasurer
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd
TURN CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR
By now, you should receive your offering envelopes
for November and December in the mail. If you do
not receive them, please contact Robin in the
church office. (610-264-2641)
ELECTRONIC GIVING!! “SIMPLY GIVING”
Your annual pledge helps us forecast the level of financial support our congregation will receive in the year ahead. It is through the pledges and contributions that we are able to carry on our work here at Holy Trinity.
We offer Electronic Giving as a way to automate your offerings. It is convenient for you and provides much-needed consistency for the church. Collection basket offerings can fluctuate significantly from week to week but when contributions are automated, the church receives funds on a steady, uninterrupted basis. To learn more, call the church
610-264-2641.
At any time, you can give donations to the “Pastor’s Discretionary Fund”. This fund is used to give temporary financial assistance to people of our congregation and community when a sudden need arises. You may send contributions to the church or place them in the offering plate on Sunday mornings. Please mark your checks or envelopes “Pastor’s Discretionary Fund”.
HOLY TRINITY NEWS
Holy Trinity is a member of the Blood Bank
Program. If you give blood, you may designate it as
Holy Trinity. Also, if you ever need blood, tell them
you’re a church member.
Happy Birthday!!!!
11/03 Karla Fryslin 11/22 Paul Gillette
11/04 Janet Schmidt 11/23 Pat Fried
11/04 Hannah Edwards 11/24 Carol Cunningham
11/06 Christy Alvord 11/25 Hunter Reitz
11/06 John Marakovits 11/27 Gail McDevitt
11/07 Holly Creyer
11/08 Glenn Roth
11/08 Graclyn Williams
11/09 Joanne Brown
11/09 Ty Reitz
11/10 Jax Coffin
11/10 Kate Fiorvanti
11/10 Meghann Fiorvanti
11/12 Matthew Fiorvanti
11/13 Stacey Leonard
11/13 Kim Riedy
11/17 Patty Fister
11/18 Terri Schrader
11/19 Jason Carfara
11/20 Robert Edwards
Elizabeth MacHose
FREE COMMUNITY MEAL
Last Saturday of every month
From 11am– 12:30pm
11/30
12/28
HARVEST HOME
We will celebrate
Harvest Home on
Sunday, November 3rd.
Please remember to bring in your non-
perishable food through November 10th
Future Events
Thursday, November 21st
5-7pm Brews with the Bobbies “Coffee with a Cop” at the Taylor Brewing House
Saturday, November 23 –
Pancake Breakfast/Bake Sale, 8am to 11am
Save the date for the return of our fabulous
pumpkin and buttermilk pancake breakfast.
This event is for the public, and all (by
donation!) proceeds will benefit Neighbors
Serving Neighbors (Pastor’s Discretionary
Fund). Look for flyers with all details !!!! ( no
tickets required)
Saturday, December 14 –
PRIME RIB DINNER !!!!!! Save the date. Reserve Dec. 14th for our fabulous
dinner. Limited seating. Contact Janis @610-440-0073 for your spot @ 4:30, 5:00, 5:30,
or 6:00. Tickets are just $20 each. Profits from this delicious event will benefit PA
Wounded Warriors. Starting Sunday, Nov. 3rd. See Barb Fister at 8am service; 9am see Diane Czar, and 10:30am see Janis
Charvala.
Altar Flowers
TO THE GLORY OF GOD:
Nov. 3rd In honor of Ann Spengler’s birth day by Dale.
Nov. 10th In honor of our family & friends gathered for Sebastian's baptism.
Nov. 17th In loving memory of Joseph Baragone by Sandy and Erich Svitana.
Nov. 24th In loving memory of Irene Koch by husband John.
Bulletins
TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND:
Nov. 3rd In honor of Ann Spengler’s birth day by Dale.
Nov. 10th Open
Nov. 17th Open
Nov. 24th Open
“Trinity Tidings”
All dedications are taken for 2019
Thank you.
Please Note: The council has decided that the standing dedications for
flowers will still stand but on the “open” Sunday’s we are asking people to
sponsor bulletins , Pastor Discretionary Fund, Etc…. to off set that cost. Your
dedication will be in the bulletin. If you have any questions, please call the
church office.
November 10th “Celebrating our Support Sunday” We will be thanking God for providing us with the resources to do all the wonderful ministry we did in 2019. We will also be asking God to bless us with an abundance of resources so we can continue in 2020. After each service we will be having a party. 8am coffee and breakfast cakes, 9am cake and juice and 10:30am an Italian feast! You are welcome to come to any or all parties.
In October we welcomed Braeden Lower to First & Third! All youth in grades 7-12 are welcome to
join us 2 Sunday evenings a month for a light supper, devotions/learning, sharing highs and lows,
planning, and general silliness together! Remaining First & Third dates are November 3rd & 17th,
December 1 & 15 from 5-7pm. Contact Diane Czar (610-739-6006) for more information.
The youth filled their 3 Holiday Hope Chests for local teens with gift cards and age-appropriate
items. This was a Morning Glories project that I invited the youth to support, and their response was
heartwarming! Thank you to their parents for supporting them in this ministry.
Several youth were part of the community spirit (no Halloween pun intended) at the Catty parade on
October 23rd. Riley Knecht, Dylan Carfara, and Mady Williams walked with the “coat float”,
collecting coat donations from the crowd. The younger kids - Lilah Carfara; Emmy, Brookie & Gracie
Williams; and Lily and Layla Zimmerman - rode in style on the first float, tossing gloves and candy
to the crowd. Thanks for giving up your evening to be part of this HT community activity, guys!!
Beautiful 2020 wall and pocket calendars are available from the youth. At only $8 and $5 each, they
make wonderful gifts for family & friends, stocking stuffers, secret Santa's. These high-quality
calendars are on the Announcement table in the back of the sanctuary and in the Alice Storch
room. Proceeds benefit Youth activities.
Upcoming events:
~This Thursday, October 31st: be at HT from 5:30-8:30 (or as much of that time as you can) to
set up, serve, and clean up Cocoa and Hot Dogs for Catasauqua Trick or Treat night.
~This Saturday, November 2, 3-6pm (doors open at 2) Operation Holiday Cheer Bingo to
support a Catty student’s plan to send gift packages to his dad’s Army unit. One ticket still available
($20). Contact Diane if anyone is interested in going with us to the bingo and basket raffle at the
Jednota in Catty.
~Saturday, November 23, 7:40am-noon (or as much of that time as you can) to help serve and
clean up at the 5 Loaves & 2 Fish Pancake Breakfast & Bake Sale.
~Saturday, December 14 serve and clean up at the 5 Loaves & 2 Fish Prime Rib Dinner.
In this CHURCH we strive to be…
Christ-Centered, Spiritual, Praising, Growing,
Serving, Partnering, Supporting
Pastor’s past month ministries:
Discretionary Funds- Help was given for: electric bill, rent securities,. A few gift cards went out of
account
Partnering-
We partnered with several businesses, the YMCA, the public library and the people of Catasauqua for
a coat drive during Halloween Parade.
Looking to partner with St Mary, Salem UCC for a pre-bon fire dinner and community blessing on
Wednesday November 27th. Details will follow in announcements.
Coffee with a Cop- next date Thursday November 21, 5-7pm at Taylor Brew House.
Praising-
3 services available on Sunday mornings 8, 9, 10:30. 8:00 spoken. 9:00 Relaxed Family service.
10:30 traditional European service. On Wednesday evenings beginning at 7:00, we have a
Meditation and Movement Worship.
Growing-
Several more families worshipping with us on weekly basis,
Rick Minnich, Sue Marakovits, Diane Jones, and Chris Williams have all completed a Eucharistic
Minister Training Course. They will receive their assignment after a review with Pr Brian and a
blessing from our church family.
Spiritual-
sat with spiritual advisor. Beginning to see God’s presence in many faces of Catasauqua. Thank the
Lord my eyes are being opened. I invite you to look at this community from a spiritual lens.
Supporting-
spent several hours counseling non-members
spent time talking with members on life circumstances.
Hosted last Saturday of month free community lunch. This will happen at Holy Trinity every month
on last Saturday from 11:00-12:30. Next community lunch on November 30.
Christ-Centered- is why I do all these things. Without Christ, I am nothing.
Scrip News
Holy Trinity's SCRIP card fundraiser in a nutshell: ~The second Sunday of each month is the deadline for our regular monthly order. ~Cards are delivered to you at church the 3rd Sunday of the month. We receive them 4 days after the order deadline. Contact Joe if you need your cards before Sunday. ~All of our profits are rolled into an inventory of the most popular cards, available for immediate purchase. The exception to this is when there is a Christian Education-related expense to pay, or a Paul Frantz scholarship to be awarded. ~Order forms are on the Announcements table in the back of the sanctuary and in the fellowship hall. Contact Joe (610-573-1957) or Diane (610-739-6006) for more information or to browse the cards in stock. IOUs are welcome! Our next order deadlines are Sundays November 10th and December 8th. Think shopping for holiday meals/baking; Black Friday sales; Christmas shopping (including Secret Santa, employee, teacher, hair dresser, boss, pastor gifts), as well as your regular runs for coffee, gas, groceries, and prescriptions. NOTE TO MORNING GLORIES: If you want to give gift cards to the November Turning Point collection, we have $25 cards in stock from Wal-Mart, Target, and Giant.
2019 Monthly Fellowship and Refreshments
The Alice Storch room was decked out for Halloween on Sunday October 13th for a spooky lunch provided by the Thomas family. Bloody fingers, gooey cheesy sliders, blood-shot deviled eyes, mummy dogs and, hot heart dip…yum! For dessert there was cupcakes, brains and apple-slices with “fixings”, and candy guarded by skeletons. Spiders, spooky candles and even a guacamole-puking pumpkin set the scene!! Thank you Wendy and Family for the festive fellowship and refreshments!
Next fellowship and refreshments will be on December 8th, Janis and Jerry Charvala and RuthAnne Reinsmith. If you are interested in hosting after the 10:30 service in 2020, please see me (Paige Miller) for open dates.
NEIGHBOR SUPPORTING NEIGHBOR
Recently heard on WORD FM: Many times, an opportunity to show Christ’s love to others comes disguised as an inconvenience. Here are some of the ways Holy Trinity members were “inconvenienced” in October: ~Fest O’ Fall came with beautiful fall weather and a steady stream of families at our craft table and fish pond. What a great way to be present in our community! ~A thank-you note was received from the Catty Y praising the volunteers who prepared and serve breakfast following the breast cancer race on October 12. ~October’s Coffee with a Cop was absorbed into a larger event at Blocker’s Coffeehouse that brought together many official-types as well as plain people of Catty. It was a great time to see what others are doing in our community, and to lay some groundwork for an anticipated feeding need for low-income children during this year’s lengthy Christmas holiday. Don’t be shy - come out to the next CWAC event on November 21 at Taylor House Brewing Company! ~244 hats, scarves and gloves, along with candy, were tossed by our HT adults and kids from our Neighbor Supporting Neighbor float in the Catty Halloween parade! Later in the parade, we had a truck, complete with coat rack, receiving coat donations from the crowd. Special thanks to Len Witt for the use of his truck and trailer for our float, to the local businesses who hosted coat collection bins all month long (Blondies, the Catty library, the Catty Y, Pies On, and Blocker’s Coffeehouse), our Holy Trinity family for donating candy and so many new and gently used coats and accessories (the handmade hats were amazing!!!), and Thrivent Financial for the seed money to purchase about 175 pairs of gloves for our float to distribute. ~The September free community lunch hosted 22 guests served by 7 HT volunteers. The October 26 lunch brought about 30 guests and 10 Holy Trinity volunteers out of the woodwork. It’s great to see HT members coming to sit in community with our neighbors! Pastor Brian and his crew of junior cooks outdid themselves in filling homemade ravioli pasta with a choice of cheese, ground beef & cheese, and cheese & duck with mushrooms! Dessert was a huge homemade peach cobbler! Catty Mayor Barb Schlegel was seen serving drinks and bussing tables. Come out for our next free community lunch at HT on November 30 between 11 & 12:30 and see what Chef Brian and his food crew are cooking up! As we move into the season of retail decadence that runs from Black Friday through the after-Christmas sales, consider these opportunities to indulge in holiday contentment: ~The annual Ingathering of gifts for area institutions runs from Nov. 3 through Sunday, Dec. 1. Check the Angel Tree in the back of the sanctuary - take one or more angels from the tree, or a wish list from the table, and spread Christmas contentment through this district-wide mission. And don't forget the Mitten Tree in the fellowship hall! Requested items include 100 packs of snack-size m&m's and $12.50 to cover HT’s share or a bulk order of lifesavers; 35 sets of washable markers, colored pencils, markers, and crayons; 25 puzzle/activity books; a $25 cash gift toward a district donation to a local cancer patient ministry; mittens and warm hats. We're still waiting for our gift information for 4 kids at KidsPeace (approximately $25 each).
~When asked "What do you want for Christmas?", ask for a donation in your honor to Holy Trinity’s pastor’s discretionary fund, World Vision, Heifer International, Habitat for Humanity, CURE International, Truth for Women...the possibilities are endless!
Lord, shower us with more “inconvenient” opportunities to serve you!
Trinity Morning Glories
We are a daytime women’s group here at Holy Trinity. Our focus is on the spiritual and service to others. Along the way, we share food, work, laugh, chat and pray together! Please join us!
Note: Our meetings will always be the 3rd Monday at 10:00 (exception: Dec. will be the 2nd Monday).
On Monday, October 21, 2019, a luncheon of homemade soups, salad and desserts was enjoyed by 26 women. The theme of Diane Czar’s devotions was that we don’t have to do anything to earn God’s love. Diane played “Lamb of God” by Tenth Avenue North, which gives us the words we sometimes can't seem to find to worship a God who loves us so persistently and personally.
Joe Schwindenhammer told us of a young fellow named Sam that our congregation is helping get on his feet. Sam who has Asperger’s Syndrome was living in a tent not too far from Walmart in Whitehall. Luther Itterly brought Sam to Joe and Pastor Brian’s attention. With Sam, Joe has begun the lengthy process of getting Sam whatever government help is available. Sam is now getting $198 a month in food stamps. They were only able to find a small rented room in Allentown which cost $650 a month. Sam is working but only part-time so several of Trinity’s members have pledged to help out with a monthly commitment to help Sam meet his rent. Sam’s part-time jobs are in Catasauqua so bus passes are needed. Anyone interested in helping this 23-year old should talk or call Joe (610 573-1957).
“Murder at Mardi Gras” mystery dinner theater by “Without A Cue Productions, LLC” was very successful.
We sent a check for $1925 to Truth for Women; of that, $153 was from the basket raffle. Thanks again to the 3 “angels” who sponsored the play. “Death and Doo Wop” on September 19, 2020 will be our next play if it is available.
We have 48 Holiday Hope Chest Shoeboxes pledged for the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley’s annual Christmas drive. For those who have not brought in their box yet: put completed box with label in Pastor’s office. If you need a label, see Janis Charvala (610 440-0073)
Meal for Homeless at Bethlehem Emergency Shelter will be Monday, December 2, 2019. See below for details.
Ongoing Projects: BREM Rebra program – box in hallway for new/used bras (thanks to Nancy Miller/Ruthann Reinsmith); Ruthann took 45 bras last month to the BREM. Turning Point: Used Cell Phones box in church; Linda Wiland will be taking 26 phones to Turning Point. Morning Glories Bulletin Board in Alice Storch Room – watch for updates on artistically decorated board. Judy Connelly and Sandi Smith will do the board from Nov. 2019 thru April 2020. Thanks to Vicki Chimics and Sandy Svitana for doing May 2019 thru Oct. 2019.
As part of our annual participation in the National Pajama Program, Judy Spaits and Joan Herman will prepare the new pajamas and book collection box for the back of church. All collected items will go to a charitable organization in the Lehigh Valley. The box will be in church Nov. 1 thru Dec. 9.
Distribution of offering: 2 - $25 Walmart gift cards for Cay Galgon Family Life Center, $110 to Lutheran Disaster Response for Hurricane Dorian’s destruction, $110 to Sam’s Fund for the young man Trinity is helping.
Since Sept. 2008, $45,814.80 has been donated to special causes; this does not include all the non-monetary donations that have been made over the past 11 years which probably equal that amount.
Trinity Morning Glories (cont’d)
Future Dates:
Monday, November 18, 2019: Devotions: Linda Heiberger
Andrea Search, speaker from Turning Point
New twin blankets and new comforters (both desperately needed)
also gift cards (Target, Walmart, Wawa, Weis or Giant); see attached file for other items
Divide list for Shut-ins Holiday Bags
Hoagies: Rolls/Cheryl Kneiss; Ham/Lucy Lynn; Roast Beef/Linda Heiberger;
Turkey & Sliced Sharp Cheese/Pat Fried; Chips/Karen Frankenfield;
Provolone Slices & Chips & Pickles/Vicki Chimics
Tomatoes, lettuce, onions/Judy Connelly; Hoagie Dressing/Linda Wiland
Soda & Coke & Sprite/???; Desserts/Sue Smale & Kathy Nattress
Monday, December 2nd – Prepare & Serve Homeless Dinner at Bethlehem Church
Linda Wiland organizer: Chefs/Servers need to be at Christ Church United Church of Christ, Center & Market Sts., Bethlehem at 4:30 to prep. Dinner will be served at 6 pm.
Chefs/Servers: Jackie Simone, Barb Fister, Rena Bond, Linda & Joe Wiland.
Bring donations to Holy Trinity by Sunday, Dec. 1 – leave in kitchen:
2 large (2 #) bags grated/shredded mozzarella cheese/Judy Connelly
6 – 1 lb. boxes Penne pasta/BJ Kunkel; 3 lbs. spring mix greens/Barb Fister;
1 small bag shredded red cabbage & 2 bags shredded carrots/Cheryl Kneiss
8 large UNSLICED loaves Italian bread/Sandi Smith; 2 lbs. butter/Lois McAllister
Clementines (70)/Vicki Chimics & Janis Charvala
4 – 9 x 13 cakes: Pat Fried, Sue Marakovits, Lois McAllister, Ruthann Reinsmith
Want to help: call Linda Wiland (610 597-1621)
Monday, December 9, 2019 (2nd Monday): Devotions: BJ Kunkel
Annual Homemade Cookie Sale (thus far 18 women are baking cookies)
$10 Gift for Fun Gift Exchange; Christmas Games
Pajama Program: bring in new PJ’s and books
Note: we’re doing larger sizes this year. Sizes 8 thru 14 either have to be flame retardant or snug fitting.
Above size 14 thru adult sizes do not have these requirements.
Christmas Buffet: Chicken Casserole/Diane Jones;
Sweet Potato Casserole/Diane Czar; MaryAnn’s Sandwiches/Lois McAllister
Macaroni Salad/??; Cole Slaw/Marge Kovacs; Articoke Dip/Carol Cunningham
Spinach Salad w/strawberries/Cheryl Kneiss; Jello Shots/Sandy Svitana
Rolls/Sandi Smith; Desserts/Ruthann Reinsmith & Diane Carfara
Iced Tea & Lemonade/Judy Spaits
Monday, January 20, 2020: Devotions: Sandi Smith
Collect men’s/women’s white sox for Bethlehem Homeless Program
Plan February 2020 thru July 2020
Lunch: Sam’s Pizza/Drinks/Desserts
In December 2019, the Morning Glories at Holy Trinity will be collecting new pajamas (must be flame retardant) and new books which will both be donated to a local charity.
Place the pajamas and books in the special Pajama Program box in the back of church.
Thanks for helping! We can each make a difference in the life of a child!
Deadline: Monday, December 9, 2019
October 7, 2019
Attendees: Luther Itterly, Lester Ettl, Jerry Charvala, Pr Brian,
Must do items:
Air conditioners in Alice Storch Room will be folded into proposed capital campaign. If no campaign, team will
replace in spring.
Stone work- John finished pointing outside. Inside tower pointing is complete. An engineer will be called for
advice on repair of joists. Top roof installed incorrectly approximately seven years prior. Roof should have
no seems, our roof has two seams and six patches. Water leakage is seem on ceiling in window area of tower.
Quotes are coming to lay a new rubber membrane. Ask Pr Brian to see pictures if interested.
Glass block window in narthex will be addressed. Looking for matching block now.
Rain spouts need replaced- will get quotes from roofing companies. Copper spouts will be sold to salvage yard
for price of copper.
We will replace a new mail hinge and install in existing mail slot.
Linda Wiland working on model for pew cushions
All sidewalk cracks will be opened and then fixed with concrete (should be a long-lasting project)
3 companies have come to measure nave for possible air conditioning of space. Team has chosen quote from Air
Professionals. Will pass to Finance Team the decision.
Our new electrician is David Speaker, he is working on lighting for nave. Team approved soft white bulbs for
each fixture.
Outside railings will be sanded and painted
Once worship and music decide on chancel pews, a wood expert will be contacted to check on value of wood if
pews to be removed.
Bell from St Paul’s will: 1s choice- go in tower, 2nd choice be mounted on 4th and Pine Streets corner
A ramp from upper area to lower area will be quoted so that we have access from worship space to fellowship
space without using stairs
NEXT MEETING IS November 4th AT 1:00pm. Please come and join team if able!!!!
