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AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH
PARISH LIGHT American Lutheran Church 401 South Flynn Drive, PO Box 287, Milbank, SD 57252 November 2016
A Beacon of god’s love | a home for all people
Before the calendar turned to a new millennium in the year 2000, numerous magazines put together lists of the most important events and people of the last one thousand years. Being a history buff I was interested in the lists and was very surprised to see Martin Luther listed as the third most important person on the Life Magazine’s list of 100 most important people of the last millennium and the Reformation considered to be the second most important event in the past 1000 years. But the truth is, that I shouldn’t have been all that surprised at the im-portance of Martin Luther or the Reformation, because when teaching world history, now a good number of years ago, my class spent a whole month on a unit on the Reformation and its influence on Western history. Often, the Reformation is understood as an event that ended the religious unity of the Catholic Church, but in reality the Reformation was a revolution that created challenges and changes to the Western European geo-graphic landscape and restructured the social, political, economic, and religious ideology of all of Europe. The Reformation was an insurgency of new thought that ended the religious unity of Europe and ushered in 150 years of socio-religious warfare. By the time the conflicts had ended, the political, social, economic, and of course reli-gious structures in the west had fundamentally changed. Next year on Reformation Sunday we, as a Lutheran congregation, will be well into our celebration of the 500th Anniversary of Martin Luther’s nailing of the 95 Thesis to the All Saints Church door in Wittenberg, Germany. Over the next 365 days there will be a multitude of opportunities offered concerning the education of the Refor-mation and Martin Luther, and I would recommend for you a few to consider as learning resources. First, the ELCA has a site that will help supplement your Reformation reading. The website is ELCA500.org.
The site has a timeline that illustrates what was happening in Europe each day until October 31, 1517. Second, if you are a Facebook fan, ELCA Reformation 500 is a Facebook site that shares a plethora of infor-
mation about the Reformation, Martin Luther, and ways that the event is being celebrated. Third, the Luther House of Study, a satellite seminary that is associated with Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Min-
nesota, is offering learning video on their Luther House YouTube channel. Finally, the American Lutheran Church Library has a number of books on Luther and his life which are worth
checking out. Also, in the ALC Library is the movie Luther which gives a very good representation as to what was happening in Luther’s Germany prior to the Reformation movement.
I’m looking forward to celebrating with you our Lutheran heritage as we make our way to October 31, 2017! In Christ, Pastor Carl
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November 6 All Saints Day Welcome Center: Ken Keller Greeters: Barb Anderson, Marge & Ken Keller, Cordingley Family Acolyte: Isaac Johnson, Jarod Muilenburg Ushers: Jerry Kathman, Troy Kastrup, Jeff Jones Communion: Barb Anderson, Sandy Kathman, Lorrie & Lynn Hardy, Brittni Cordingley, Karla Kastrup, Alysha Johnson Lector: Lorrie Hardy Audio/Video: Gary Wellnitz, David Gulck Assisting Minister: Lynn Hardy Coffee Fellowship: Nathan Loutsch, Brandan Hansen, Darby Waniorek
November 13 Welcome Center: TBD Greeters: Carmen VanVeen, Joan Johnson Acolyte: Tara Thyne Ushers: Jerry Kathman, Troy Kastrup, David VanVeen Communion: TBD Lector: Holly Hillbrands Audio/Video: Gary Wellnitz, David Gulck Assisting Minister: Manna Coffee Fellowship: Brittni Cordingley, Charlotte Farrell, Troy & Karla Kastrup, Jeff & Kathleen Jones
November 20 Christ the King Sunday Welcome Center: TBD Greeters: Boyd & Kathy Sussex, Barb Anderson Acolyte: Eli Johnson Ushers: Jerry Kathman, Troy Kastrup, Jeff Jones, Dorothy Larson Communion: Barb Anderson, Boyd & Kathy Sussex, Sandy Kathman, Troy & Karla Kastrup, Alysha and Corinna Lector: Boyd Sussex Audio/Video: Gary Wellnitz, David Gulck Assisting Minister: Coffee Fellowship: Derrick Aho, Johnny Ash, Daniel and Jordan Thiele
November 27 First Sunday in Advent Welcome Center: TBD Greeters: Cody & Heather Storm, TBD Acolyte: Jackson Bohlen Ushers: Jerry Kathman, David VanVeen Communion: Sandy Kathman Lector: Sandy Kathman Audio/Video: Gary Wellnitz, David Gulck Assisting Minister: Sandy Kathman Coffee Fellowship: TBD
25th Sunday after Pentecost November 6 All Saints Day
In holy baptism God makes saints out of sinners. In holy communion God forgives the sins of all the saints. In the assembly today we give thanks for all the saints “who from their labors rest,” who have fought the good fight, who have gained the crown. In
the same breath we petition our God for the strength to hear and to heed the admonitions of the Lord Jesus in today’s gospel. Recalling that we have been sealed by the Spirit and sustained by the Savior’s body and blood, we keep on keeping on as God gives us breath, to the praise of God’s glory. Job 19:23-27a Psalm 17:1-9 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17 Luke 20:27-38 Daniel 7:1-3,15-18 Psalm 149 Ephesians 1:11-23 Luke 6:20-31
27th Sunday after Pentecost November 20
Christ the King Sunday
Jeremiah’s promise of the execution of “justice and righteousness in the land” finds ironic fulfill-ment in the execution of Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews. It appears so utterly contradicto-
ry that the king should be crucified with the criminal. This victo-ry appears for all the world as ignominious defeat. Yet through the gate of death our Lord opens the door to paradise. Jeremiah 23:1-6 Psalm 46 Colossians 1:11-20 Luke 23:33-43
26th Sunday after Pentecost November 13
The end is near. There is no doubt about it. The warnings are dire. The tone of today’s texts is ominous. But the baptized know how to live in the “meantimes.” The baptized are strengthened for the living of these days in word and sacrament. The baptized rally around the invitation of the apostle:
“Brothers and sisters, do not be weary in doing what is right.”
Malachi 4:1-2a Psalm 98 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Luke 21:5-19
Sunday Worship
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1st Sunday of Advent November 27
The new church year begins with a wake-up call: Christ is coming soon! In today’s readings both Paul and Jesus challenge us to wake from sleep, for we know neither the day nor hour of the Lord’s coming. Isaiah proclaims the day when God will gather all people on the holy mountain and there will be no more war or suffering. Though we vigilantly watch for
the promised day of salvation, we wait for what we already have: Christ comes among us this day as the word and meal that strengthens our faith in the promises of God.
Isaiah 2:1-5 Psalm 122 Romans 13:11-14 Matthew 24:36-44
Wednesday Morning Bible Study Wednesdays at 10:00 am Meets in the Library. (Animate Bible Study Series)
Thursday Morning Breakfast Study This study is for the early riser! Breakfast followed by bible study and great conversation Thursdays at 7am. (Animate Bible Study Series) Meets in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Bible Class Sundays 10:20 am Meets in the Library. (Animate Bible Study Series)
Quilters Group The Quilters create quilts that are given to LWR and local charities plus infant quilts for every child that is baptized at ALC. Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month at 9am in the Fellowship Hall.
Peace Circle Bible Study, Fellowship, and Community Service. Meets the first Tuesday of each month at NOON in the Library.
Page Turners Book Club November-The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate December- Angry Housewives Eating BonBons by Lorna Landvik Meets the third Thursday of each month at 7pm. Contact Patti Frazee for more information.
Prayer Shawl Ministry This group crochets or knits prayer shawls (on their own time) that are given to members that are in need of a special touch of love. Yarn is provided. Contact Janelle Kelly for information.
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Bible Study & Ministry
Come and join our bible studies for a brand new, interactive teaching se-ries called Animate Faith.
Each week we will watch an engaging and thought provoking presentation by some of the most innovative Christian thinkers in the country.
After viewing their presentation, we will take time to work through the questions they ask:
Is God real?
Can we be spiritual without being religious?
What is salvation?
Why read the Bible?
What was Jesus up to?
What really happened on the cross?
What does it mean to be the Church?
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Parish Nurse Diana Dirksen
PASTOR Carl Larson
[email protected] 605-432-5566 - Office
605-924-1121 - Cell Phone
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Gail Selgeby
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Brittni Cordingley
Brittni.Cordingley@ americanlutheran.com
PRESCHOOL
Nicole Scott—Teacher preschool@
americanlutheran.com
CHURCH COUNCIL President Bob Biersbach
Vice Pres. Steve Wenzl Secretary Deb Homan
Treasurer Mary Bjordahl
PROPERTY/ MANAGEMENT Troy Kastrup Steve Street
Jerome Kathman
YOUTH/EDUCATION Deb Homan
Theresa Granquist Bob Biersbach
FINANCE/STEWARDSHIP
Jason Mischel Janet Zemlicka
Steve Wenzl
Worship/Evangelism Ron Boe
Dell Stengel Shirley Olson
Blood pressures will be taken on Sunday Morning - November 6th. If you ever have questions or concerns please let me know. I would be happy to visit with you. Diana
Ministry in Turkey Jordan Hins
Confirmation Class Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 Grades 5-8
The confirmation class continues to concentrate on Jesus’ early life, including his earliest ministry, healings, and call of his disciples.
Along with the Jesus study, we take time each week to prepare ourselves for the 500th Anniversary of Luther’s nailing the 95 Thesis to the church door in Wittenberg. This is such a special event in our church history, I believe that it is vitally important to allow our confirmands to take part in the celebration.
If you have any questions about confirmation, please call the office at (605) 432-5566.
There is a ministry program in our congregation to secretly pray for our students who are confirmed until they graduate from high school. This is open to both men and women who would like to uphold the youth in prayer. If you would like to be part of this program, please leave your name at the church office. As students are confirmed, we will pair you with one as names allow. You are simply asked to pray faithfully for your student and occasionally remember them with greeting cards such as on birthdays or Christian holidays but gifts are discouraged. Please prayerfully consider being a part of this program.
Date
10/2
10/9
10/16
10/23
10/30
Attendance
275
142
202
161
258
Giving
$5,659
$3,855
$5,096
$3,350
$3,740
Taken from Jordan’s October Newsletter: “We have just finished our third week on campus. Al-ready, God is doing some amazing things here in the Middle East. My team and I have met many students who are open to talking about spirituality and Christianity. We have also been able to share the Gospel message with over 20 students! Some of these student have attended church with us.
There are some very interesting people whom I have met. One of these people is my good friend Ali. Ali has spent some time in Wyoming and wears a huge belt buckle and boots because of his time in the States. Due to his wardrobe, Ali has been nicknamed the Sheriff. Because of this nickname, I was scared to talk to Ali, but my fears quickly subsided as we grew in our relationship. Ali was very inter-ested in what I believe about God. So, I got to share with him the first chapter of John, which talks about Jesus’s deity. The next time I met up with Ali, he told me that he might believe that Jesus is God. I have been encouraged to see Ali’s desire to know more about the truth of Christianity! “
In Christ, Jordan Hins
You can contact me via email: [email protected]
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The confirmation youth will be selling coffee, tea, hot chocolate and chocolate bars after church on Sunday mornings in the narthex. They will also be taking pre-orders at that time for items not in stock. Pre-orders will be filled within a week. These items will make great stocking stuffers.
Any questions, please contact Heidi Mischel at 605.467.6046 or confirmation youth.
Confirmation Youth November Food Drive Help them fill the grocery cart!
(located in Narthex) All non-perishable food items are welcome.
Suggested items include: Tomato Sauce
Diced Tomatoes Muffin Mixes
Miracle Whip Mayonnaise Stuffing Mix
Green olives Applesauce Kid’s Snack Items
SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS! Brittni Cordingley
NOVEMBER
6 - 3 YEAR OLD BIBLE BLESSING DURING CHURCH SERVICE
13 - LITTLE LAMBS CLASS FROM 8:15-8:45
27- CHURCH ADVENT PARTY!!
DECEMBER
11 - FULL PROGRAM PRACTICE DURING SUNDAY SCHOOL
17 - CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE @ 9:00
18 - CHRISTMAS PROGRAM DURING CHURCH, FOLLOWED
BY “HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JESUS!” CAKE AND FELLOWSHIP
25 - NO SUNDAY SCHOOL… MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Fun at the...
PUMPKIN
PATCH!
Congratulations to the 2016 Confirmands!
Abbey Converse Daughter of Melissa and Lance O’Farrell, Dave Converse Braden Femling Son of Anne and Travis Lester, Bob Femling Jordan Krause Son of Angela Boerger, Ronald Krause Jr. Logan Paysen Son of Matt and Amber Paysen Haeli Teske Daughter of Tammi and Nick Westfield, Hal and Brenda Teske Darby Waniorek Son of Darien and Jennifer Waniorek Rhianna Welberg Daughter of Kevin and Jody Welberg
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Classes held Monday-Thursday: 3 Year Olds: 8:15-11:15am | 4 Year Olds: 12:15-3:15pm | E-Mail: [email protected]
Whew! The month of October slipped right on by and we are busy preparing for the holiday season
coming up with Thanksgiving and Christmas. Our days have been kept quite busy with many fall activities, including going outside to enjoy the beautiful weather (leaf hunt, on a walk, playing on the playground to name just a few things). We were lucky enough to squeeze in a visit to the Pumpkin Patch, even though the temperatures were a bit on the cool side. The kids thoroughly enjoyed the fun activities and taking home a donated pumpkin to paint. Thanks to Mark & Emily Mueller for their hospitality and generosity. We celebrated Fire Safety Week with members of our local fire department stopping by our classroom to visit and provide tips about fire safety. They provided us with ways to keep us safe and the opportunity to check out a fire truck first hand (climbing & sitting in it too). We practiced our fire drill at school to ensure we knew what to do in case of a fire. Shawna, a member of the Grant County Public Library, came in to our class to read a story and do a craft with our students during “Read for the Record”. We had a “spooktacular” end to our month with learning, games, treats, activities, and of course, a good ol’ Halloween Party. Have a blessed November! -American Lutheran Preschool
2017-2018 Preschool Enrollment We will begin enrolling congregation families
and those currently attending preschool begin-ning December 1st for the 2017-2018 School Year.
(Must be 3 or 4 by September 1, 2017) Stay tuned for more details coming soon!
Care to help? Lots of ways... Any help is greatly appreciated!
Monetary Donations-Gift Box available at Welcome Center
(used for ideas such as equipment, furnishings, supplies, etc.) Snacks/Juice
Requested Items on Classroom Wishlist Amazon Wish List
Thrivent Choice Dollars Reading, Doing an Activity, Cutting/Tracing
AmazonSmile Program Shady Beach’s Dine & Donate Program
(First Sunday of the month from 5-9PM) Support our Fundraisers
Donations for Financial Scholarships* *Please mark intended scholarship donations as such,
and you may give them to Pastor Carl or the Church Office
WE ARE THANKFUL!
11/1 Jordan Welberg 11/2 Derrick Aho 11/4 JadaLeigh Wellnitz 11/5 David Bergan 11/5 Steven Grabow 11/6 Zane Frederiksen 11/6 Diane Hamman 11/6 Jason Mischel 11/7 Jessica Van Veen 11/7 Jody Welberg 11/8 Joey Christopherson 11/9 Callie Myrum 11/10 Jim Davis 11/10 Charlie Johnson 11/11 Jeff Loutsch 11/11 Jordan Volkenant 11/13 Sophie Gruba 11/13 Harvey Schmeichel 11/13 Lois Stinson 11/14 Carol Kirchberg 11/14 Dean Smith 11/15 Joe Frederiksen 11/15 Karla Kastrup 11/15 Thomas Kasuske
11/15 Mackayla Schuelke 11/15 Heather Zinter 11/16 Harlan Schlueter 11/16 Kale Wenzl 11/18 Lance Hamman 11/19 Emily Mueller 11/21 Stephen Ash 11/23 Braden Femling 11/23 William Tesch 11/23 Dave Zinter 11/24 Payton Westfield 11/24 Carol Whitlow 11/26 Jacob Thyne 11/26 Galen Zemlicka 11/27 Garron Campbell 11/27 Christopher Loutsch 11/28 Ron Boe 11/28 Gene Boerger 11/28 Nathan Strege 11/29 Crosby Bass 11/29 Whitney Christopherson 11/29 Gus Johnson 11/30 Brandon Hansen
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
11/2 Neil & Shirley Thorson 11/4 David & Carmen Van Veen 11/10 Ken & Kay Johnson
11/22 Wally & Diane Hamman 11/24 Jeff & Kathleen Jones
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BELL Practice Wednesdays
5:15 pm
Practices: Wednesdays 6:00 pm We’d love to have you be a part of the Manna Praise Band. For more info please contact Scott Torness.
Movie Night Sunday, November 20th at 5pm
ALC Holy Word Theatre Pizza, Popcorn - Free-Will Offering
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!
Advent Celebration
Sunday November 27th
Following Worship
Potluck Appetizers (bring one to share)
Activities for Children
Fun for All!
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1
12noon Peace Circle
2 9am TOT School 10am Bible Study 3:30 Confirmation 5:15 Bells 6pm Manna Praise
3 7am Bible Study 9am TOT School
4
PEC Boys Event
5 Set clocks back tonight.
6 All Saints Sunday 9am Worship/Communion/KMSD 10am Fellowship 10am Sunday School 10:20am Bible Study 6pm Narcotics Anon
7 7pm Scouts
8 9am Quilting
9 9am TOT School10am Bible Study NO Confirmation 4:00 Krum KaKa 5:15 Bells 6pm Manna Praise 6pm Church Council
10 7am Bible Study 9am TOT School
11 12
13 9am Worship/Communion/KMSD 10am Fellowship 10am Sunday School 10:20am Bible Study 6pm Narcotics Anon
14 No School
15
10:30 Ministerial Association 2pm Alzheimer’s Support
16 9am TOT School @GC Library 10am Bible Study 3:30 Confirmation 5:15 Bells 6pm Manna Praise
17 7am Bible Study 9am TOT School 10am Vespers w/preschool 7pm Page Turners Book Club
18 19
20 Christ the King Sunday 9am Worship/Communion/KMSD 10am Fellowship 10am LIA-December 10am Sunday School 10:20am Bible Study 5:00 Movie Night 6pm Narcotics Anon
21 7pm Scouts LIFE-LINE Screening 8:30-5:00
22 9am Quilting
23 NO Bible Study NO Bell Practice NO Confirmation NO Manna Practice
24 Thanksgiving
25 26
27 1st Sunday Advent 9am Worship/Communion/KMSD 10am Fellowship 10am Advent Cele-bration/Party 10:20am Bible Study 6pm Narcotics Anon
28 7pm Scouts
29 30 9am TOT School 10am Bible Study 3:30 Confirmation 6pm Manna Praise 5:15 Bells
2016
<—————————-Pastor Carl Out-of-Office————————-> <—————-Office Closed —————>
PO Box 287 | 401 South Flynn Drive
Milbank, SD 57252
Phone: (605) 432-5566
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: www.americanlutheran.com
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