SEPT 2019

This newsletter is

a monthly

publication of St.

Paul Lutheran

Church. Articles

and information

pertinent to the

life and mission

of the

congregation may

be submitted to

the church office

or by email.

Space limitations

may require

editing of

material.

Pastor

Rev. Mike

Metzler

Organists

Sue Hickle

Connie Odendahl

Church Secretary

Jennifer Kubesh

Church

Newsletter

Jennifer Kubesh

Cydelle Klande

Church Council

Meets 2nd

Monday of each

month

Randy Hickle,

Chairman

Matt Maser, Vice

Chairman

Tracy Peterson,

Treasurer

Tonette Peterson,

Secretary

Cydelle Klande,

Financial

Secretary

Elders

Robbie Robinson

Toby Hickle

Aaron Peterson

Isaac Maser

Trustees

Rick Williams

Carol Robinson

Tony Nelson

St. Paul Lutheran Church A YOUTH GROUP SPECIAL WORSHIP SERVICE WAS HELD ON AUGUST 11TH.

YOU CAN VIEW THE SERVICE ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE IF YOU MISSED IT.

THANKS AGAIN FOR

YOUR SUPPORT AND PRAYERS TO OUR YOUTH GROUP.

THE KIDS SHARED THEIR EXPERIENCES AT THE NATIONAL GATHERING.

FAITH * LOVE * STRENGTH * FORGIVENESS * PEACE * COMFORT

Ushers Schedule:

Sept: Tim Davis, David Berquist, or John Frank

Acolyte Schedule:

Sept 1st: Carlie Sept 8th: Chase Sept 15th: Ethan

The kids will be given a schedule for the rest of the month on the first day of Confirmation Wed,

Sept 18th.

Fellowship:

There are openings available, take a look and see what Sunday will work for you to bake and

serve. Thank you!!

Bible Study:

Sunday morning Bible Study will begin on Sunday, Sept 15th at 10:30am.

Wednesday morning Bible Study will begin on Wednesday, Sept 18th at 10am.

German Fest:

Save the date!! German Fest is Friday, October 11th.

Newsletter Deadlines:

The third Friday of every month will be the new deadline

for Newsletter info. Please add a reminder to your calendar

and we will remind you in the bulletin as well. Thank You!

September 2019

1st: Corbin Klande

7th: Troy and Tonette Peterson

9th: Gerry Graber

10th: Hannah Davis

12th: Matt Maser

13th: Charles and Michelle Grewe

15th: Croix Brant

16th: Shandy Jorgenson

21st: Doug and Wendy Kottke

22nd: Bob and Lois Kendall

23rd: Jim Christensen

24th: Ronnie and Ashley Brant

25th: Jim Jarvis

26th: Mike Sorenson

28th: Trent and Tina Rabe

If we are missing anyone, please let

Jennifer or Cydelle know! Thank you.

Please submit articles for the

newsletter to Cydelle Klande

cydelleklande@gmail.com

The deadline for information

for the October newsletter is

September 20th, 2019.

Shut-Ins:

Mona Klar

Lorraine Robbins

Bob and Lois Kendall

Janice Ladd

Pat Kunze

Kristi Graber

Vivian Kelm

Marjorie Pike

Florence Benoit

Flower Chart:

Sept 1st Wendy Kottke

…………in loving memory of Scott.

Sept 8th Tim & Sue Davis

…………in honor of Hannah’s birthday

Sept 15th Lois Kruse

…………in loving memory of Marlin

Sept 22nd (open)

Sept 29th (open)

Youth Group Information will be coming out soon about youth group meeting dates and events for the

coming year. Sign up for remind to get the latest - text ‘@ygstpaul’ to the number 81010.

Here are some pictures from the Worship Service.

Filling of the bags with trinkets to represent love,

faith, strength, forgiveness, peace, and comfort.

Teaching the congregation American Sign Language:

HERE ARE THE YOUTH GROUP’S INDIVIDUAL TESTIMONIES

FROM THE TRIP THAT THEY SHARED AFTER THE SPECIAL

YOUTH GROUP SERVICE:

Everett Ausmus

It was really cool to see all the people in the big stadium singing the songs. My

favorite was the opening song because it pumped everyone up. I enjoyed the interview

with Sam Dekker. He talked about how God was with him while he was moving

through BBA teams and I got my phone case signed.

Eddie Welch

Something that stuck with me is that there were other kids there just like me.

I will always remember Feeding My Starving Children and being there interacting

with my friends. I would really like to share the interactive center with others. It was

fun. I had a good time. It was very meaningful sharing these experiences with my

friends. Thank You

Tess Maser

The thing that stuck with me was the Toby Mac concert at the mass event plus and the

big worship service. I’ll always remember the Toby Mac concert and the big service.

Something that I learned and will remember is the sermon with the bag.

And last the thing that was the most meaningful about the big service was that I didn’t

realize that there was that many people with our denomination or that worshiped like

we did as well as the baptisms. We learned that while at the Gathering a number of

people were baptized. Some at churches and some even in the hotel pools.

Hannah Davis

One thing that really amazed me was how loving and friendly everyone was. I got

there Saturday afternoon and I didn't know where to go, but thankfully two girls from

Missouri helped me find my way back to the group. I was so surprised how friendly

everyone was and how we all wanted to help each other in any way possible. I will

always remember how much fun the gathering was because it felt like we were all one

big family and we treated everyone just like that. I can’t put words together to show

how thankful I am to everyone who has helped give me this remarkable opportunity

and it has definitely changed how I view things today.

Christeva Perrotti

There were so many things from this trip that were really meaningful to me. One thing

is the fact that you could trust everyone. Whether a stranger sat by you on the bus, or

your morning session leader randomly sees you on the street and asks if you want

some donuts, you didn’t have to be worried that they were dangerous because you

knew they were part of this group and they were one of your brothers or sisters in

Christ. Another thing that really stood out to me is the fact that there were over 20,000

people in the same room as me that believe the exact same things as me, even down to

the specifics. It really got me thinking about how there’s so many more LCMS

Christians out there. On top of that, there’s so many more Lutherans and even more

Christians that all believe in the same Real.Present.God. For me it’s really comforting

to realize that because, even though soon I’ll be away at college; away from my

family and my church family, I know that God will always be with me and I will be

able to find people with the same beliefs who will be there for me no matter where I

go or where I end up. Thank you all for helping us to take this trip.

Annika Maser

Some things that stuck with me after the gathering include the incredibly moving

reenactment of Christ’s death and resurrection along with the enthusiasm and

celebration of God’s greatest gift to us. One thing I will always remember is walking

the streets of Minneapolis and looking out at the sea of purple backpacks and being

reminded of what we, as God’s children, can do when we come together. Another

thing I would really like to share from what I’ve learned is that no matter how covered

in sin you may feel, God will always be waiting with a clean white cloth to wash them

away. The most meaningful part of the gathering was coming together as one large

group with people we’d never met and serving the community to spread the love of

our Real. Present. God.

Jacob Perrotti

One thing that was meaning full to me was how many people from all over the world

share the same beliefs as me and are very similar to people that are in Hinckley.

Another thing that stuck with me is how nice people can be vs. how nice people

usually are. One thing I want all of you to learn or if you already know, I guess I’ll

just remind you - God is always on your side. No matter what. You are never alone.

Thank you to all of you who gave us your support. It means a lot and the amazing trip

we took wouldn’t have been possible without you!

Dylan Mans

Some things that have stuck with me after our trip mainly reflect the gatherings motto.

Real. Present. God. After attending this gathering and learning about our God with

20,000 thousand other Lutherans, I saw that there are other people just like me out

there that have the same problems as me, and that we are never alone. God is present

in my life 24/7, through every struggle and triumph. And that we can be real with

God, he takes us as we are and forgives us. Another thing that I took away from the

trip is that God is with you always. And that you are not defined by how people see

you. You are judged by God himself and no one else. And to him, you are fearfully

and wonderfully made. I'd like to thank the congregation and all those who have

helped send us to this awesome gathering. I also wanted to thank the entire youth

group and its youth group leaders. One of the most meaningful things to me was

getting to be with you guys on such an amazing trip worshiping the Lord.

Little Lambs

Little Lambs Preschool is having their open house on Tuesday, August 27th from

6-7pm. The first day of class is Tuesday September 10th.

Registration is open now! Ages 33 months to five years old are welcome. Sessions

are Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8-11am or 12 to 3pm.

We are in process of finding a new preschool teacher. More information to come in

upcoming bulletins.

C.A.S.E. / Confirmation

Sunday School

CASE will begin on Wednesday, October 2nd. There will be letters and forms

send out soon. If anyone would like to teach, or help in anyway with CASE, please

let us know.

Confirmation is back on Wednesday's after school beginning Sept 18, 2019. We

are starting a few weeks earlier before CASE so there is NO Bus available until

October. Any questions, talk to Pastor Mike.

Sunday School begins on Sunday, September 15th. If you would like to help with

Sunday School anytime during the year, please talk to Karissa.

St. Paul Lutheran Church

Quarterly Voter’s Meeting (unapproved)

7-21-2019

Meeting was called to order by Chairman Randy Hickle at 10:09 AM with 30 members present.

Pastor opened with a prayer.

Secretary’s report was accepted as read upon motion by Doug Maser and second by Greg

Kroschel.

Treasurer’s report was accepted as read upon motion by Carol Robinson and second by Robbie

Robinson

Checking $8,352.73 Savings $63,612.18

YTD income $54,201.83 YTD expense $71,741.48 Net income -$17,539.65

Pastor’s report includes:

home/office/hospital/off site visits, 2 transfers out, various meetings, Youth Group activities,

Confirmed 4 young adults, PALS meeting, chaplaincy tasks, newspaper articles, CASE, education

meeting, VBS, vacation, summer concerts Youth Group is going well. Thanked everyone for the

support. They will be helping to lead worship on August 11 to update the congregation on their trip.

Sunday School & CASE went well. Additional teachers and help are always welcome! Will be

meeting to go over curriculum and plan soon Little Lambs needs more students enrolled. Advertising

will happen soon.

Old Business:

-ROOF. Upon motion by Greg Kroschel and Second by Yonna Hickle, Prachar will be working with

Randy and Matt to fix the problem areas.

-Constitutional Final Review. Motion by Loren Vogler and second by Greg K to accept the

presented changes, and forward to the District for review.

-Shutters will be installed on the two stained glass east windows upon motion by Carol R and second

by Tracy P.

New Business:

-Discussion was had regarding moving funds from the Fellowship account to the general fund.

Tabled.

-Church picnic will be August 4th with worship at 10:00 and potluck to follow.

-GermanFest will be October 11. A committee will be formed. Please plan on a unique pie and a

silent auction item!

-A budget committee will be forming and present a proposal

-Circuit Youth Worker renewal. SPLC youth leaders will discuss thoughts and bring to the council in

August.

-Church website is being worked on. Members have paid for the startup cost, and SPLC will pay the

$50 monthly fee (4 hours of work and maintenance)

-Summer Gospel Concerts are going well

-Carillon Bells aren’t working. Matt and the trustees will look into this.

-Keyboard and Outdoor worship were discussed. Unsure of the future of outdoor worship.

Upon motion by Greg Kroschel and second by Carol Robinson, the meeting was adjourned at

12:02pm

Respectfully Submitted, Tonette Peterson, Council Secretary

St. Paul Lutheran Church

Unapproved Council Minutes

8-12-19

Present: Pastor Mike, Tonette Peterson, Tracy Peterson, Toby Hickle, Rick Williams,

Matt Maser, Aaron Peterson, Randy Hickle, Carol Robinson, Isaac Maser

Meeting was called to order by Randy at 7:00pm. Pastor opened with a prayer.

Secretary’s report was accepted as read.

Treasurer’s report accepted as read upon motion by Carol and second by Aaron

Income: $59,603.83 Checking $9,061.64

Expense $76,434.57 Savings $63,612.18 Net Income $-16,830.74

Pastor’s report:

Office visits, home visits, attended various meetings, elders meeting, concerts,

newspaper articles, chaplaincy call, national youth gathering, website consultant

meeting, Chaplain’s group events

Old Business:

*Shutters have been ordered.

*Dumpster area has been replaced.

*Sanctuary duct leak will be fixed next week.

*Locksmith will come to check the front door.

*Upon motion by Carol and second by Toby, we will have someone from Radio

Shack come to check the problem with the Carillon.

*The website is nearing completion. The council will approve this before it goes

public.

New Business:

*Motion by Toby and second by Aaron to discuss the proposed amendment to the

constitution regarding the term limits at the October quarterly.

*The Youth Group would like to open a savings account. A proposal of all extra

accounts being combined to the church account, but each group be given a debit card

to allow accessibility, will be brought to the quarterly in October. This would allow all

funds to be recorded and audited as needed. Motion by Carol and second by Tracy.

*Little Lambs is still looking to increase enrollment for the upcoming year.

*Motion by Aaron and second by Carol to allow the Vogler family to redirect or be

refunded their donation for a keyboard since there is nobody that wants to purchase or

play one.

*Rick will call Novus glass to repair the moisture problem in the stained-glass east

window.

*The trustees will address the cement by the north Little Lambs door.

Meeting adjourned at 8:47pm upon motion by Aaron and second by Matt, closing

with the Lord’s Prayer.

Respectfully Submitted by Tonette Peterson

SEPTEMBER 2019

For God so Loved the World

St. Paul Lutheran Church

405 2nd St NW

PO Box 99

Hinckley, MN 55037

Church Phone: (320) 384-6267

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