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In The April 2019 Issue
Lenten & Easter News
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Sunday School & MLS News ....................... 5
Youth News .......... 6-7
Summer Camp Info . 7
Bible Study & Fellowship Opportunities .......... 8
Voters’ Meeting Minutes .............. 9-10
Council Meeting Minutes ............ 11-12
Stewardship Message, Endowment List, ... 12
April Volunteer Schedule ................ 13
April Calendar........ 14
Birthdays & Anniversaries, Office Hours, 2019 Elected Officers & Board Members, Elder’s List .............................. 15
The Bethel News
A P R I L 2 0 1 9 V O L U M E 3 1 I S S U E 3
Sterben Ist Kein Kinderspiel Rev. Jonathan Walla
Dear Saints,
Approximately three months ago, a 94-year-old pastor died. He had been an ordained pastor in the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod for 70 years. He also had been married for 70 years. His name was Rev. Dr. Edwin Suelflow. Throughout this time, he had served as pastor for 40 years in congregations in Nebraska and Wisconsin, as well as holding the position of district president for the South Wisconsin District for 6 more years.
In September of this past year, Dr. Suelflow was recognized for his 70th ordination anniversary at the district pastors’ conference. He asked to offer a few words (what pastor doesn’t like to talk!), and he shared about the power of the Word of God to change the hearts and minds of people, to lead them to repentance, to bring comfort and peace to the sorrowing and distraught, and to offer hope and the assurance of forgiveness and the promise of eternal life.
He shared a memory of a man who had been his professor in prep school, who later in life would become one of his parishioners. Suelflow became his former professor’s pastor. It was a great relationship. They would get together to play pinochle. But the man eventually was diagnosed with cancer. On the afternoon that he died, Pastor Suelflow sat by his bed and shared the Word of God with him, offered prayer, and spoke the words of the benediction. The man was too weak to respond to anything. But he was able to get one phrase out, in just a whisper: “Sterben ist kein kinderspiel.” For some reason, he reverted to speaking German at that moment, but Dr. Suelflow knew exactly what it meant: “Dying is no child’s play.”
As this man’s pastor, Dr. Suelflow began wondering if this phrase was referring to Martin Luther’s teaching on the devil’s attempts right up to the moment of death to dissuade the believer in Christ – to cause fear and doubt and unbelief. Whether that was what the man had in mind or not, there was great truth to this simple phrase, and it became the opening sentence at the funeral. “Sterben ist kein kinderspiel.”
In the Sundays following Easter, our Bible Study will take up this phrase to consider the ways in which we may take seriously the plans and preparations for our death and funeral, but even more, so that we may find comfort in the promise that Jesus’ resurrection brings in the face of death. Dying may be no child’s play, but Jesus does not leave us to face alone. In fact, nothing – not even sterben – will be able to separate you from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord! (Rom. 8:39). I pray that you will join us, beginning on April 28!
In Christ, Pastor Walla
The Bethel News
is a newsletter of
BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH
Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod
615 E Turnpike Ave Bismarck ND 58501
Office: 701-255-1433
www.bethelbismarck.com
www.facebook.com/bethelbismarck
Pastor Jonathan Walla pastor@
bethelbismarck.com 701-805-5642
Vicar Justin Woodside justin.woodside
@ctsfw.edu 951-217-3385
Administrative Assistant: Jenny Tschaekofske
secretary@ bethelbismarck.com
Reaching, Caring and Sharing Christ
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Date Sermon Title Scripture Readings
Wed April 3
“A God with a Mother”
Revelation 12:1–6; John 19:25–27
Wed April 10
“A God Who Thirsts”
Psalm 22:12–18; John 19:28–30
Maundy Thursday April 18
“A God Who Loves”
Exodus 12:1–14; 1 Corinthians 11:23–32; John 13:1–17, 31b–35
Good Friday April 19
“A God Who Bleeds, a God Who Dies”
Isaiah 52:13–53:12; Hebrews 4:14–16; 5:7–9; John 18–19
Easter Sunday April 21
“A God Who Rises”
Isaiah 65:17–25; 1 Corinthians 15:19–26; John 20:1–18 or Luke 24:1–12
Bethel LYF will be serving suppers before Lent worship services each week. Serving begins at 5:15 PM. A freewill donation is appreciated to defray the cost for Bethel students attending retreats, gatherings, camp and other events. 10% of the proceeds are designated for mission projects selected by Bethel LYF students. (Students in grades 7 and up are asked to be at church by 4:30 PM to set up and to stay through clean-up. ) This month’s menu: • April 3: Build your own taco/taco salad • April 10: Salute to Minnesota! (location of the National Youth
Gathering from July 11-15, 2019) Wear a flannel shirt!! Tell your favorite Ole and Lena jokes! The menu will include TWO or more of the TOP eleven foods you MUST eat when you visit Minnesota:
Lenten Suppers
Your family is invited to “The Easter Eggstravaganza” on Wednesday, April 17th, from 5:30-7:30pm in the fellowship hall. This year’s schedule will be: supper from 5:30-6:00pm, followed by a special Easter message, games & crafts, and the popular Easter egg redemption for prizes! All ages are welcome. If you have questions, please contact Candace Harron or other members of the Board of Outreach.
Lenten Worship Schedule
1. Walleye 2. Tater tot hotdish 3. Lefse 4. Swedish Meatballs 5. Lutefisk
6. Venison 7. Grain belt beer 8. Booya - a community tomato-
based stew that you cook outside in a giant drum.
9. Something on a stick 10. A mayonnaise-based
“salad” 11. Bars
The Living Last Supper 7:30 pm
Friday & Saturday, April 12th & 13th
In this “Living Last Supper” dramatization, the disciples speak their minds to themselves, each other, and their Lord. They are reacting to the words they just heard Jesus speak; “One of you will betray me.”
You are invited to come and watch the drama unfold!
Please invite your friends and neighbors. This is a FREE Presentation
(Same performance both evenings. No reservations required.)
LIVING LAST SUPPER REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:
• April 7: 12 pm– potluck lunch, stage setup & rehearsal
• April 8: 6:30 pm– rehearsal
• April 11: 5:30 pm– dinner & dress rehearsal
• April 12 & 13: 6-7 pm “Dinner with the Disciples” and 7:30 pm Performance
6-7 PM Friday, April 12th (Ham & Scalloped Potatoes)
& 6-7 PM Saturday, April 13th
(Spaghetti)
Free Will Offering benefits Bethel Lutheran Church’s
Social Crisis Assistance Fund
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D INNER
D ISCIPLES WITH THE
Time Words of the Cross Preacher Liturgist
Noon-12:30 “Father, Forgive them…” Zellers Thompson
12:30-12:55 “Truly, I say to you…” Thompson Walla
12:55-1:20 “Woman, behold your son…”
Walla Vicar Schmeling
1:20-1:45 “My god, my God…” Vicar Schmeling
Vicar Woodside
1:45-2:10 “I thirst” Vicar Woodside
Wolfgram
2:10-2:35 “It is finished” Wolfgram Marcis
2:35-3:00 “Father, into Your hands…” Marcis Zellers
Good Friday Tre-Ore Service
The LCMS churches of the Bismarck/Mandan area invite you to come to the Tre-Ore service on Good Friday, April 19th from Noon – 3:00 pm. The service is held during the three hours of darkness while Jesus our Lord was on the cross. There are seven “mini-services” as each pastor preaches on one of the seven
words of the cross. Come for one or come for all seven! The service will take place at Messiah Lutheran Church (1020 Boundary Road NW, Mandan, ND).
Can you HELP US GET THE WORD OUT? Please invite your friends and neighbors to any of our Lenten activities, especially the celebration of Our Lord’s
Resurrection on Easter Sunday! Posters and “tickets” for the 20th Annual Living Last Supper and “Dinner with the Disciples” are available in the entryway. Please take some for your workplace bulletin boards or to hand out to your friends, family and neighbors—or simply give them a copy of this newsletter!
Art Show: Friday, April 5 - Sunday, April 7
Trinity Lutheran Church, Bismarck, ND.
Artists Celebrating Christ is committed to spreading the message
of Jesus Christ through art. • Visual art and liturgical art from across the nation • Student art and art classes • Saturday art workshops for families and adults • Artist Reception • Silent Auction • Art demonstrations • Art vendors • Performing artists throughout the show
Proceeds benefit Community, Connections & Opportunities which offers statewide employment services in ND to low-income persons and those with behavioral health needs. Community Options provides
many other services including those for developmentally and physically challenged
persons, helping them become self-sufficient. For full details and schedules,
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Brrrr! It’s been a long winter! For this year’s Lenten Giving Tree,
Bethel is collecting NEW blankets to donate to local charities.
Any Size: baby, lap, throw, twin or larger Any Materials: Fleece, flannel, minky, quilted, knit
or crochet, etc.
Please join us between Easter morning worship services from 8:30-10:45 am, Sunday, April 21st for Easter Breakfast served by the LYF.
Menu: Hot ham and cheese bagelettes, deviled eggs, yogurt bar, fresh fruit, juice and coffee
A freewill offering will be collected in which 10% of the proceeds will be designated for mission projects selected by the students. The remainder will be credited to students who participate.
All students in grades 7 and up and their parents are asked to help! Set up and preparation will be Saturday, April 20, 9:00 AM and Sunday morning preparations will start at 7:00 AM.
Easter Breakfast
This year’s EASTER ALTAR FLORAL DISPLAY will be comprised of a variety of spring plants. Please contact Judy Luebke if you would like to make a monetary donation towards the display. Each plant costs an average of $9. Extra funds, if any, will be placed in the Altar Flower Fund for future arrangements. Thank you!
Nebraska Flood Relief
Due to the recent flooding in Nebraska, Bethel would like to support our mission partners, the Orphan Grain Train, in providing flood relief to people affected by the devastation. Monetary donations in the form of checks made out to “Orphan Grain Train” will be accepted in the church office. 100% of the donations will be used locally.
Fleece
Blanket
Tying Party!
April 5th 6-8 pm All ages welcome Snacks provided!
Easter Flowers
Artists Celebrating Christ
Martin Luther School: “Our Lutheran Missouri Synod School”
BOARD MEETINGS The Bismarck-Mandan Lutheran School Association (BMLSA) board of directors meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. If you have any comments to share at the meetings, please contact the school, Shawn Heinle (701-751-3974) or Christine Kleven (701-391-2289) Bethel’s representatives, for more information.
For more information about the school and its programs, please
visit the website at: www.lutherschools.org or
call the school office 701-224-9070
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER MEETING Pastor Walla will lead a Sunday School Teacher meeting on Thursday, April 25th at 7 pm. We will discuss the upcoming lessons and any questions or concerns that arise. Congratulations and God’s Blessings
to the eight youth to be confirmed this year! Please remember these youth in your prayers as they prepare for this most important day.
On Sunday, April 25th @ 11 am: Josie Anfinson Jaycilou Ciz Katie Emter Keairah McArthur Caylee Nelson Jessica Schuh Samuel Tschaekofske And, on Sunday, May 12th, @ 11 am: Faith Heim
Confirmation Sunday School News Any questions, please contact Sunday School Superintendent, Kristy Dahl at 226-9480
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Date Lesson Title Lesson Bible Text
4/7 Jesus Calls Disciples Matthew 4:12-25
4/14 Palm Sunday *See Pastor for lesson info
Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:28-40
4/21 EASTER – NO CLASS
4/28 Jesus Heals a Man Who is Paralyzed
Mark 2:1-12
Vacation Bible School May 28-May 30
Seeking Volunteers! The Board of Education is
looking for help with crafts, games, snacks and decorating for this year’s 3-day VBS event. Contact Dawn Carpenter (701-226-7810) or Pastor Walla (701-805-5642) if you are able to assist.
Youth News
SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY FOR HIGH SCHOOLERS The high school students meet in the Jerusalem Room each Sunday 9:45-10:45 AM. Two Mystery Guests visited with high
school students during March - Rep. Mike Brandenburg, Edgeley, ND, who serves in the ND State House of Representative (1997-2002, 2005-present) and Denise Martin. Mike shared how his faith affects his life as a legislator, husband, father, grandfather, farmer. Denise moved to Bismarck from Moorhead and shared how her faith has upheld her through her life.
April 7 - Mystery Guest April 14 - Topic study April 21 - Echo: Unbroken Truth. Worth Repeating. Again. book study with Vicar Woodside April 28 - Echo: Unbroken Truth. Worth Repeating. Again. book study with Vicar Woodside
HIGH SCHOOL/POST HIGH SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY Everyone in grades 9 and up through young adults are invited to A&B Pizza North, 1017 E
Interstate Ave, Bismarck every Wednesday night at 8 pm for Bible study. Friends are always welcome. Join us in the back room, then put your food and beverage on our "tab", no cost to you! Our Bible studies this past month have focused on the weekly Sunday AM Scripture lessons, especially their connections to the Old Testament. The evening concludes with reading a Psalm together and prayer. Attendance each week varies. Average attendance is 7-10 people.
BISMARCK-MANDAN LCMS YOUTH COUNCIL REVIVAL! An opportunity to share ideas and work together to minister to Bismarck/Mandan students! On
Sunday, April 7, at 7 PM in the South classroom at Martin Luther School (413 Ave D East, Bismarck) there will be a meeting for students, parents, pastors, staff
and Board members… and anyone else interested from the Bethel, Holy Cross, Messiah and Zion
congregations.
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For more Youth information, please contact Pat Sebasstian by text or email (701) 471-3289 / [email protected]
“Let Your Talent Shine” Youth Lock-in Friday, April 26,
10:30 PM - Saturday, April
27, 6:00 AM
*All students meet at Zion Lutheran Church at 10:30 pm * For grades 4-12 (Friends are welcome!) Registration: Contact Pat Sebastian by Saturday, April 20, to reserve your spot! (701) 471-3289. Parents and other Bethel members are invited to help with the activities part or all night. If you can help with activities at Zion or Messiah, please let Pat know! Bethel students may also attend this event 10:30 PM - 1:00 AM. We want to provide adults to accompany Bethel students at this event. All who are jumping at Skyzone will need to fill out a waiver on the SkyZone website: https://www.skyzone.com/bismarck Cost: $15 per participant, which covers SkyZone jumping, pizza, breakfast & snacks. Please bring Sky socks, or $3 to purchase new ones. Youth accounts can be used & scholarships are available upon request. Schedule: 10:30 PM All students meet at Zion (413 East
Ave D, Bismarck) 11:00 Transport to SkyZone 11:30 PM - 1:00 AM Jump Time 1:15 AM Middle School to Zion High School students to Messiah 5:00 AM Breakfast served 6:00 AM Lock-in is finished!! Events: SkyZone jumping & games, Bible study, Minute to Win it Challenges, TALENT SHOW, group games, snacks, etc.
Confirmation Intensive for 6th graders Sunday, April 7, Noon - 3 PM.
AIDAN QUIRK ELECTED TO NATIONAL LYF EXECUTIVE TEAM Aidan Quirk and Pat Sebastian attended Synod Lutheran Youth Fellowship (LYF) training in St. Louis,
MO March 14-17. Motivated by Love was the training theme which included Listen & Ask, Seek & Share, Invite and Encourage. During the business meeting, Aidan was elected to the National LYF Executive team as the Great Plains Region representative. He will be installed at the National Youth Gathering in July and will serve through 2022 as part of the five-member team.
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Students from Bethel are invited to participate in Bible camps at Shepherd’s Hill! The camp is located near Bottineau, ND. Students grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, campfires, fellowship, and time enjoying God’s creation. Shepherd’s Hill offers several wonderful outdoor activities, such as horseback riding (lead rides for the little ones), hiking, swimming, outdoor games & challenges, paddle boats & canoes for older kids, etc. The kids will also participate in crafts, devotions, the game room & many other indoor activities.
Zion will be traveling to several of the camps with the Martin Luther School bus and Zion’s church van. Transportation is free of charge! It’s a great time to meet new friends! Feel free to check out the Shepherd's Hill website: www.shretreat.org. Online registrations are available. Bethel Youth accounts (grades 7+) can also be used to pay for fees.
Camp brochures and registration forms are available on the youth bulletin board (WITH A FULL LISTING OF CAMPS OFFERED). There will be a meeting for parents of students going to camp on Sunday, May 5, between services (around 10:00 am) in Zion’s basement. More information about transportation, times & what to bring will be discussed at this meeting. The copy machine will be available for immunization records and insurance cards.
If you register before May 4, there is a $20 discount!! Register before May 15, get a $15 discount! If you have questions are any of the camps, visit with Pat Sebastian. Pat is willing to attend any of the camps or provide transportation for Bethel students. Zion will be providing transportation for the following camps:
Kinder Camp I – June 9-10 .................................................................... $115
For students entering Kindergarten & 1st grade.
Kristin Nistler, Russ Weixel and Pastor Matthew Thompson are accompanying students to camp.
Discovery Camp I – June 9-11 ................................................................ $155
For students entering 2nd & 3rd grades. For the most part, they are with Kindergarten and 1st graders, except they get to spend the extra day doing the "older kid" activities.
Kristin Nistler, Russ Weixel and Pastor Matthew Thompson are accompanying students to camp.
District Encounter Camp – June 16-21 ................................................... $315
For students entering grades 7-12
Kristin Nistler or Russ Weixel will be transporting. There is also a horse camp this week.
Kids Camp – June 23-27 ........................................................................ $285
For campers going into grade 4-6.
Kristin Nisler & Russ Weixel will transport & stay for portions of the week. Note there is also a horse camp this week.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!
There are scholarships available for all youth attending LCMS Summer Bible Camps. Youth must write a note to the Board of Education and the LWML requesting financial assistance.
SUPPORT ELLIE MILLER’S MISSION TRIP During fellowship time on Sunday, April 14th you will have an opportunity to support and encourage Ellie Miller, a junior at Legacy High School, daughter of Doug and Amy MIller, who will be traveling to Santo
Domingo, Dominican Republic, this summer July 31 - August 7 with Cross Training, Bismarck. While there she will be playing 4-5 volleyball games against international competition, serving and ministering to kids in an orphanage, coaching kids at the international Cross Training Camp, visiting and distributing Bags Without Borders to multiple sugarcane villages, spending devotional time on the beach each morning and evening and.. having a day for FUN! —sightseeing, shopping and the ocean.
2019 Camps at Shepherd’s Hill at the Crossroads
We have Bible studies, classes and Fellowship opportunities for a wide range of ages and interests. You have an open invitation to participate in any or all activities! Not finding a good match? Drop us a line with your suggestions!
➢ Sunday Morning Bible Study: every Sunday morning between services, you are invited to a Bible Study led by Pastor Walla in the Fellowship Hall. We will continue studying Scripture using our Lenten theme “Behold The Man!” until Easter. After celebrating the Resurrection of Our Lord, Pastor Walla will remind us of our own promised resurrection as we start a study focusing on end-of-life and funeral planning. Please join us!
➢ Sunday Morning High School Bible Study: every Sunday morning between services, led by Pat Sebastian and Vicar Woodside in the Jerusalem Room. The first two Sundays each month include Bible study on various topics and Mystery Guests. The last two Sundays of the month includes study of a book entitled Echo: Unbroken Truth Worth Repeating, Again, The study is led by Vicar Woodside.
➢ Wednesday High School/Post High School Bible Study: led by Pat Sebastian and Mandy Galster. This group meets at A&B Pizza North (1017 E Interstate Ave) every Wednesday at 8 pm. Friends are always welcome!
➢ Ladies’ Bible Study: each Friday morning at 10 am, a group of women meet in the Fellowship Hall for a Bible Study. We are currently studying the book “Sip, Savor and Drink Deeply” by Deb Burma (Concordia Publishing House). Please contact Dawn Carpenter (701-226-7810) for more information. All women are invited!
➢ Joint Women’s Bible Study: Shepherd of the Valley and Bethel women have a shared Bible Study at Shepherd of the Valley on the
second Saturday of each month at 9:30 am (April 13th). The Bible Study is "Waiting: A Bible Study on Patience, Hope, and Trust" by Sharla Fritz. Please contact Sue Hartley-Wolfgram (701-460-0229 or [email protected]) for more information. We would love to have you join us!
➢ Men’s Network Bible Study: This month, men from the Bismarck-Mandan LCMS congregations will meet at Dykshoorn Park, Mandan on Saturday, April 27th at 9 am for the annual Mandan Clean Up Day. The regular monthly breakfast & Bible study will resume in May.
➢ Senior Game Day: Come and have a great time playing cards and enjoying fellowship the first Tuesday of each month at 1 pm (April 2nd).
➢ Senior Potluck Luncheon: Join other Seniors for a potluck lunch followed by Bible Study on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Noon (April 16th).
➢ Quilting: A group of Bethel ladies get together every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 1:00 pm to tie quilts. If you’d like to volunteer your hands for this service, you’re welcome to join them (April 3rd & 17th)! Finished quilts are donated to the needy in and around our community. If you know of any who may benefit from the love and warmth of a homemade quilt or have any questions about the quilting group, contact Marilyn Gessele at 223-3091.
➢ Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML): all women of the congregation are invited to the monthly meeting and Bible study typically held on the second Wednesday of the month at 7 pm (April 10th).
Bible Study & Fellowship Opportunities
MITES = MISSIONS The mites collected by the Bethel LWML go to support missions like that highlighted above. The LWML set the big Mite Box out in the card nook the first Sunday of each
month. You are welcome to make a free-will offering towards our missions when we serve Fellowship the first Sunday of each month or bring your mites to our monthly meeting.
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Voters’ Mtg Minutes: February 24, 2019
The February 24, 2019 Quarterly Voters’ meeting was called to order at 9:45 am by Congregational President Paul Harron. Pastor Jonathan Walla led with an opening prayer.
New Voting Members: Matt & Kristy Graves, Ted & Mary Ann Kirchmeier, Karen Lalonde, Mark Roeder, and Kerwin & Sue Wolfgram
The October 29, 2018 Quarterly Voters’ Meeting Minutes were approved by the Voters.
Pastor’s Report – Pastor Walla Official Acts: Baptisms: Nathaniel Walla (11/11/18); Lenni Arneson (1/13/19); and Arlo Remboldt (1/20/19) Membership Changes: Transfer In: Rosalie Holle from Zion Lutheran, New Salem, ND; Troy & Melinda Lapp; John & Mattew from Shepherd of the Valley, Bismarck; Karen Walz from Concordia Lutheran, Beulah, ND; Blaine & Janna Bergstedt from Concordia Lutheran, Jamestown, ND; Kerwin Wolfgram from St. Andrew Lutheran, Niagara, ND; Sue Wolfgram from Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran, Bismarck; Joseph Baneck from Messiah Lutheran, Mandan Adult Confirmation: Adam & Brooke Miller, Heidi Severson and Darlene Wiedrich
Transfer Out: Rob & Karissa Ross; to Zion, Bismarck; Amanda Redfield to CO
The average attendance for January was 222
Pastor Walla has been appointed the Circuit Visitor for the Southwest circuit of the ND District LCMS. His duties will include leading the monthly Winkel (German for “corner”) – the circuit’s monthly Pastors’ meeting and assisting congregations fill pastoral vacancies. Hannover/New Salem is currently vacant.
Pastor and nine other men represented Bethel at the District Men’s Retreat at Shepherd’s Hill at the Crossroads camp in January. While Bethel had the largest group in attendance, he would like to see Bethel’s participation increase even more next year.
Also, for Men’s Ministry, men from the Bismarck-Mandan LCMS congregations meet on the 3rd Saturday for breakfast and Bible Study. Pastor Walla has completed the “Man Up” study and Vicar Woodside will take over leading a study on Spiritual Disciplines.
The woodburning stove fireplace insert has been installed at the parsonage and works well.
In June, Pastor Walla will be attending the first session of Doxology, a conference to encourage clergy in their care for their congregations. The second session will be in November 2018 at which Bethel lay leaders are invited to attend. The third session, for pastors and their spouses, will be in the summer of 2020.
The Joint Bethel/Shepherd of the Valley Leadership (SOTV) Team has recommended to both congregations that we continue with the vicarage program. The deadline to submit an application is March 15. On behalf of the Joint Leadership Team, Gary Rath made the following motion:
“Be it resolved by the Voters’ Assembly of Bethel Lutheran Church meeting on Sunday, February 24, 2019, under the
guidance of the Holy Spirit and in accordance with the Constitution and Bylaws of Bethel Lutheran Church, Bismarck, North Dakota, in cooperation and agreement with Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, Bismarck, North Dakota, makes application for a vicar for the 2019-2020 academic year.”
The motion was seconded and approved by the Voters. As a point of information, District President Ari Bertsch is seeking a Pastoral Candidate to fill the Hannover/New Salem vacancy. However, with only 80 graduates from the two Seminaries this year, chances are not likely that the District will receive a Candidate for this position.
Light of Christ schools has informally indicated that their daycare at Bethel will close mid-May with the remainder of May and June scheduled for clean-up/renovations. Legally, the lease allows them to extend through December 2019. While Bethel’s relationship with the daycare worked well, we did not anticipate the extent to which Bethel’s use of the space would be limited. Bethel has already been approached by another organization requesting classroom space for one-half day per week for the 2019-2020 academic year.
Pastor has been elected as the Circuit Delegate to the Synodical Convention in July 2019 in Tampa, FL. Prior to the Synodical Convention, the Synodical President will be elected by an online vote. Bethel is allowed one Pastoral and one Lay elector. The Council has recommended that Paul Harron, Congregational President be elected as our Lay elector. A motion was made, seconded and passed.
Vicar’s Report – Pastor Walla Vicar Woodside, who is absent as he is currently teaching the High School Bible Study, has been teaching the youth every Sunday either at Bethel or SOTV. He also teaches Confirmation class weekly at either Bethel or SOTV. Additionally, Vicar performs prison, shut-in and hospital visits. Vicar Woodside has also been helping provide pulpit supply throughout the circuit.
Education-Dawn Carpenter Vacation Bible School will be a three-day event to be held on May 28-30th.
Together with Mark & Laurie Thompson, Dawn will be the co-director of this year’s Living Last Supper drama. Members are encouraged to participate.
Elders – Gary Rath The Board extended a thank you to Bruce Burkett and Mike Lynk for their service on the Board of Elders. They welcomed Mike Fagerland and Bob Kjonaas as new Elders.
The Elders will be sponsoring a Benefit Breakfast for Debbie Wanner on Sunday, March 10th between services.
In addition, they are tentatively planning to serve supper before the Living Last Supper drama with a freewill offering going to the Social Crisis Assistance Fund. Several Bethel members have benefitted from this fund, but the Board would like to be able to reach out to more members.
Outreach – Candace Harron The Board will also be assisting with funding the Living Last
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Supper drama in April.
Last month, the Board hosted the Friendship Feast where more than 40 people enjoyed a meal catered by the Olive Garden.
Another Pinochle tournament is scheduled for Sunday, March 3rd.
And this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza will be held the Wednesday of Holy week, April 17th.
Property Management – Blake Wiedrich
The Board expressed their appreciation to Bob Ebbesen for the beautiful custom cabinet and cabinet handle replacements for the kitchen.
The Council approved for the Board to retrofit the fluorescent light fixtures in the Fellowship Hall, offices and narthex with LED fixtures. This will be a savings in energy (from 130 watts to 36 watts per fixture) and a reduction in bulbs (4 down to 2 per fixture).
Thank you to Donavon Bauer for his service on the Board. Matt Graves, Mike, James & William Lynk and Adam Miller have volunteered to join the Board.
Renovations are being planned for the church nursery to include returning the closet door (with a lock for administrative storage) and fresh painting. Toys and books will also be reduced and/or removed so the janitorial staff are better able to clean this room.
We have successfully transitioned from Waste Management to Trans Trash for our garbage collection.
Blake, who has already received one bid for $9,135 from Dakota Concepts, will be seeking additional bids to chip seal the parking lot.
Per the City Fire Marshall recommendation, the Board is looking to replace the emergency exit signs with battery back-up emergency exit lighting.
The old snowblower has been sold for $250.
The Board is also going to be covering the parsonage basement floor tile with 3’x3’ carpet tiles.
Stewardship – Ed Stern The 2019 General Fund Budget (attached) was presented. A motion was made, seconded and passed to approve the Final Budget.
Treasurer’s Report – Brett Morlok The 2018 End of Year and Balance Sheet reports were distributed (attached). For the year, our income was 94% of projected values. As shown on the report, the Light of Christ lease payments were set aside in a fund for future spending. With likewise reduced expenditures, Bethel finished the year with a surplus of $2,522.13. Per the Balance Sheet, we have
approximately $212,000 left on our Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) loan. Also shown is a new CD in which the
treasurer transferred $40,000 in savings for the 40-month at 4% investment in the LCEF. A motion was made, seconded and passed to approve the Treasurer’s reports.
(Continued from page 9) Vice-President’s Report – Doug Miller The Voters of Bethel officially elected Doug Miller to be our next Congregational Vice-President for the 2019-2021 term.
President’s Report – Paul Harron – no report
Endowment Committee Report – Paul Harron & Brett Morlok The Endowment Committee reviewed options proposed by Bethel members to manage the Ernest Ohlhauser Estate gift. The following recommendations were determined based on prioritizing the current needs of the congregation and throughout our district: (As the exact payout value has not been finalized, $250,000 was used as an estimate.)
1. DISTRICT MISSIONS: $25,000 (approximately 10% of the gift) will be forwarded to the North Dakota District LCMS to be used in supporting its in-district and other mission projects as determined by the Board of Directors
2. LOCAL MISSIONS: A gift of $20,000 will be used to reduce the legacy debts of Martin Luther School.
3. BETHEL IMPROVEMENTS: $30,000 of the gift will be used to professionally evaluate and improve the sound and videotape recording systems at Bethel.
4. BETHEL DEBT REDUCTION: The remaining portion of the gift, approximately $175,000 shall be paid to the principal of the existing Lutheran Church Extension Fund Building Loan with the expressed purpose of reducing the term of the loan.
These recommendations were approved by Bethel’s Council and further recommended to the Voters for approval. Items of discussion:
• Taxes: Bethel is exempt from paying taxes on this gift as long as the funds are used for religious purposes.
• Current loan payoff. It is anticipated that with our normal monthly payments and the addition of the $175,000 principal payment, Bethel will be able to burn our mortgage in the next year. The Endowment Committee has suggested inviting the Ohlhauser family as special guests when we celebrate paying off this debt.
• Bethel Building Renovations Phase II: With Phase I nearly paid off, it was recommended that the Council begin planning for Phase II renovations. The Council has discussed this and would like to reassess the needs of the congregation to determine what renovations would be most useful.
The motion to accept the Ohlhauser gift recommendations was seconded and approved by the Voters.
Additionally, the Endowment Committee made a recommendation to Council for Voter approval to change the name of the designated memorial fund entitled “Bell Choir” to “Music Department” to more generally serve future music needs. The motion was seconded and approved by the Voters.
Other items: none
There being no further business, the meeting was closed with the Lord’s Prayer led by Pastor Walla.
Respectfully submitted, Jenny Tschaekofske
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Council Mtg Minutes: March 10, 2019
Present: Vice-President Doug Miller; Brett Morlok, Treasurer; Dawn Carpenter, Board of Education; Cheryl Wiedrich, Board of Outreach; Blake Wiedrich, Board of Property Management; Ed Stern, Board of Stewardship; Pastor Walla and Jenny Tschaekofske
Absent: President Paul Harron and Gary Rath, Board of Elders
At 6:30 p.m., Doug Miller called the meeting to order. Pastor Walla led the meeting with an opening prayer.
The February 2019 Council minutes were previously reviewed via email. A motion was made, seconded and passed to accept the minutes as written.
President’s Report– no report
Vice-President’s Report – Doug Miller – no report
Pastor’s & Elder’s Report – Pastor Walla
Official Acts: Profession of Faith by Kaitlyn Kirschenheiter
Average attendance in February was 212 people, down slightly due to winter weather.
Special upcoming Sundays:
• April 21 – Easter Sunday
• April 28 – Confirmation Sunday worship at 11 am. Confirmation Banquet hosted by Elders on Saturday, April 27th. One student, Faith Heim, who is unable to attend on the 28th will be confirmed on May 12th.
• May 5 – New Member Recognition during worship services and fellowship time; Quarterly Voters’ Meeting between services
• May 19 – Last Day of Sunday School-Teacher Appreciation Day; Baccalaureate worship (TBA)
Pastor is taking a group of youth to the Higher Things retreat in Minot on March 29-30th.
The Men’s Network breakfast will be held this Saturday, March 16th at Shepherd of the Valley (SOTV). Vicar is leading the Bible Study on Spiritual Disciplines. Pastor Walla is challenging Bethel men to help grow this ministry.
The Board of Elders will be holding a supper before each performance of the Living Last Supper. The freewill offering collected at the “Dinner with the Disciples” will benefit the Social Crisis Assistance Fund. The meal will be from 6-7 pm on Friday, April 12 (ham & scalloped potatoes) and Saturday, April 12 (spaghetti).
The Elders have been training their new board members. They are also planning to conduct some usher training (TBA).
A Facility Use Request has been given by a local Catholic homeschool group to use the Education Wing for a half day per week for the 2019-2020 academic year. The group is made up of approximately 40 school-age students, 20 preschoolers and 20 parents. They do have their own insurance. The request was put on hold until Light of Christ (LoC) gave official notification of their lease termination. Pastor has received a phone call from LoC informing Bethel that they plan to end care services by mid-June and
complete the terms of the lease by the end of June. Pastor Walla asked Blake Wiedrich, Property Management to attend an on-site meeting with the homeschool group to tour our facility and gather additional information. Members of the Council want to make sure that any new lease be made on a year-to-year basis so that Bethel can determine our long-term plans for this space. In addition, Property Management indicated that they will conduct a walk-through of the Education Wing to make a checklist of needed repairs by LoC.
Board of Education– Dawn Carpenter
Vacation Bible School (VBS) will be a 3-day event to be held May 28-30. Pastor Walla has begun writing this year’s curriculum.
Board of Outreach Report –Cheryl Wiedrich
A Pinochle tournament was held on March 3rd with 18 participants.
The Easter Eggstravaganza (carnival games and crafts instead of an egg hunt) will be held during Holy Week, Wednesday, April 17th. They are asking that the 6-12 grade students assist with the games.
On May 19th, the Board will host an Armed Forces Day Potluck at noon.
Property Management Report –Blake Wiedrich
The Board is investigating the source of the roof leak over the kitchen/fellowship hall. Team members removed as much snow as possible from that area and believe the heat tray in the roof valley is functioning. Additional roof raking is planned for today.
The LED fixtures and bulbs have been purchased. The fixtures in the church office have been retrofitted. The Board will be planning a work day to install the others in the fellowship hall.
In preparation for the new sound system, the Board will be working on cleaning out the old wiring and accumulated dust from the wood valences in the sanctuary.
To accommodate additional wheelchair seating, the Board will be shortening the back pew. The pew will be transported to John Sebastian’s heated workshop where Bob Ebbesen will make the modifications.
Board of Stewardship – Ed Stern
The Board has evaluated the details of the Offering Envelope order and gave the final 2020 order to the Administrative Assistant for processing.
Treasurer Report – Brett Morlok
Brett distributed copies of the February 2019 Transaction Detail Report.
Endowment Report – Brett Morlok
Brett is continuing to follow up with the Ernest Ohlhauser Estate’s attorney to finalize the payout to Bethel.
(Continued on page 12)
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“Blessed shall you be in the city, and blessed shall you be in the field. Blessed shall be the fruit of your womb and the fruit of your ground and the fruit of your cattle, the increase of your herds and the young of your flock. Blessed shall be your basket and your kneading bowl. Blessed shall you be when you come in, and blessed shall you be when you go out” (Deut 28:3-6).
This is God’s promise to the Israelites as they stood beyond the Jordan outside of the Promised Land. He promises blessing to His people. He will make them prosper, whether they are in the city or the field. He will make their fruit of their work to prosper, whether from the ground or their wombs, their flocks or their herds. He will make them to prosper in all things, whether upon their coming in or their going out.
But there’s a catch. He would do this for Israel only “if you
obey the voice of the Lord your God” (Deut 28:2b). If they did that, He would cause that “all these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you” (Deut 28:2a).
If they didn’t obey the voice of the Lord, if they didn’t keep the commandments of the Lord and walk in His ways (Deut 28:9), they would be met with curse and woe. The blessings would be replaced with curses. Everything that the Lord promised to prosper and bless would be cursed and fail.
Thanks be to God that our Lord Jesus Christ has come into our flesh, fulfilled the law for us – in in our place and for our benefit; died for us – in our place and for our benefit; and is
A Message on Stewardship www.lcms.org/how-we-serve/national/stewardship-ministry
risen from the dead for us – in our place and for our benefit.
By this we have justification before God. We are forgiven, clean, holy, and righteous. The blessing of God is promised to us in Christ Jesus. It depends upon His work and not ours.
All this is ours in Holy Baptism. For in Holy Baptism, God claims us as His own, makes us His children, His heirs, His holy people. And so it is that the work of our hands and its fruit is holy because we are holy in Christ. It is pressed into His service, and thereby it becomes a blessing to us and to our neighbor.
For this great gift, our reception of the blessings of God because of Christ Jesus our Lord, it is our duty to thank and praise, serve and obey Him. This is not in order to receive blessings but because in Christ we already have.
It is with this in mind that we sit down on the first day of the week and set aside as He has prospered us to give to His church for His work of blessing in our midst (1 Cor. 16:2).
Vicar’s Report – Vicar Justin Woodside
Vicar has recently collaborated on the Escape Room event.
He continues with weekly visits to the jail for inmate visits as well as his regular shut-in visitation schedule to John & Edna Galster, Roland & Adeline Essig, Harold Hepper and Jack & Barb Gordon.
This week he will assist with a funeral at SOTV. He will serve
(Continued from page 11) at Bethel this Sunday as well as the next three Wednesdays.
Other Business: none
The meeting was closed in prayer led by Pastor Walla.
The next Council meeting will be Sunday, April 14. 2019 at 6:30 pm.
The next Quarterly Voters’ Meeting will be Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 10 am.
Respectfully submitted, Jenny Tschaekofske
We sit down on the first day of the week and set
aside as He has prospered us to give to His church for His work of blessing in our
midst (1 Cor. 16:2).
Bethel’s Endowment Committee maintains a list of items (approved by the Voters) for memorials and bequests. As money is given in honor or memory of a loved one, the funds are put in Bethel’s memorial funds. You may give your gift to the general fund (undesignated) or you may
designate the money towards a specific item on the list.
Consider a gift in honor or memory of someone you love!
Approved Endowment List
Category/Item Approx. Cost
Video Equipment (Hi-definition camera) $5,000
Sound System Improvements Ongoing
Altar Paraments Ongoing
Music Department Ongoing
Christian Education—Sunday School Ongoing
Digital Outdoor Sign unknown
New Christmas Decorations unknown
Building Fund—Principal Ongoing
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April 2019 April Altar ..................... Dawn Carpenter & Jill Rummel
Date Time Task Name
4/3 Wed. Lent
6:00 PM
Elder Bob Gordon
Usher
Acolyte Regan Kummer
Greeter
Betty Hopfauf
Organist Stefanie Jangula
Videotape Bruce Burkett
4/7 Sun
8:30 AM
Elder Herman Galster
Usher Sandi & John Fricke
Acolyte Michael Thompson
Greeter Wes & Judy Loebs
11:00 AM
Elder Mike Fagerland
Usher
Acolyte Neela Sand
Greeter
Gertie Learn
Kay Dahl
Organist Tina Fricke
Videotape Bob Luebke
Offering Recorder
Bruce & Bev Burkett
Dawn Carpenter
Fellowship LWML
4/8-4/14 Prop. Man. Team
Clifford Helm, Ron Lechner, Blake Wiedrich
4/10 Wed. Lent
6:00 PM
Elder Scott Schuh
Usher
Acolyte Micaiah Wiest
Greeter
Betty Hopfauf
Organist Tina Fricke
Videotape Scott Tschaekofske
4/14 Palm Sun
8:30 AM
Elder Mike Fagerland
Usher
Acolyte Jaycilou Ciz
Greeter
Sandi Fricke
Doris Nordgaard
11:00 AM
Elder Bryan Guthmiller
Usher
Acolyte Nola Emter
Greeter
Organist Stefanie Jangula
Videotape Darrick Wiest
Offering Recorder
Bob Kjonaas
Bryan Guthmiller
Doria Burthold
Fellowship
4/15-4/21 Prop. Man. Team
Matt Graves, Adam Miller, John Sebastian
Date Time Task Name
4/18 Maundy Thurs.
6:00 PM
Elder Scott Price
Usher
Acolyte Leighera Eisenbraun
Greeter
Betty Hopfauf
Organist Tina Fricke
Videotape Bruce Burkett
4/19 Good
Fri.
6:00 PM
Elder Matt Burthold
Usher
Acolyte Michael Fagerland
Greeter
Greeter
Organist Dianne Schaeffer
Videotape Bob Luebke
4/21 Easter Sun.
8:30 AM
Elder Bob Kjonaas
Usher
Acolyte Samuel Tschaekofske
Greeter Blake & Cheryl Wiedrich
11:00 AM
Elder Gary Rath
Usher
Acolyte Ethan Johnson
Greeter
Organist Linda Hoag
Videotape Scott Tschaekofske
Offering Recorder
Gary Rath
Blake & Cheryl Wiedrich
Fellowship LYF
4/22-4-28 Prop. Man. Team
Ron LeClerc; Bruce Link; Mike, James & William Lynk; Scott Price
4/28
Confirm
Sun.
8:30 AM
Elder Scott Price
Usher Wes & Judy Loebs
Acolyte
Greeter
Mariah Schaeffer
11:00 AM
Elder Keith Holscher
Usher
Acolyte Nathan Monger
Greeter
Organist Dianne Schaeffer
Videotape Blake Wiedrich
Offering Recorder
Sandi & John Fricke
Shawn Heinle
Fellowship Bd of Elders
4/29-5/5 Prop. Man. Team
Bob Luebke, Beryl Mogard, Greg Wanner
Volunteer spots are still available! Go to the link on
Bethel’s website to
Sign Up.
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 10:00a Winkel
2 1:00p Senior Game Day
3 1:00p Quilting 5:15p Hosanna Bell Practice 5:15p Lenten Supper 6:00p Lenten Worship 6:45p Choir Practice 6:45p Confirmation Classes (Gr 7-8) 7:00p Worship @ SOTV 8:00p LYF/Post High School Bible Study
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5 10:00a Ladies' Bible Study 6:00p Fleece Blanket Tying Party
6 9:00a Property Man. Meets
7 8:30a Worship w/Communion 10:00a Bible Classes 10:00a Sunday School 11:00a Worship w/Communion 12:00p 6th Gr Confirmation Intensive 12:00p Living Last Supper Setup & Rehearsal 7:00p Bis-Man LCMS Youth Council @ MLS
8 6:30p Living Last Supper Rehearsal
9 6:30p BMLSA Meeting
10 5:15p Hosanna Bell Practice 5:15p Lenten Supper 6:00p Lenten Worship 6:45p Choir Practice 6:45p Confirmation Classes (Gr 7-8) 7:00p LWML 7:00p Worship @ SOTV 8:00p LYF/Post High School Bible Study
11 5:30p Living Last Supper Dress Rehearsal
12 10:00a Ladies' Bible Study 6:00p Dinner w/Disciples 7:30p Living Last Supper Drama
13 6:00p Dinner w/Disciples 7:30p Living Last Supper Drama
14 8:30a Worship 10:00a Bible Classes 10:00a Sunday School 11:00a Worship 3:30p Elder's Mtg 4:30p Education Mtg. 5:30p Stewardship Mtg. 6:30p Council Meeting
15 Tax Day (Taxes Due)
16 12:00p Senior Gathering
17 1:00p Quilting 5:30p Easter Eggstravaganza 7:00p Worship @ SOTV 8:00p LYF/Post High School Bible Study
18 6:00p Maundy Thursday Worship
19 Good Friday 12:00p Tre-Ore Service 6:00p Good Friday Worship
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21 Easter 8:30a Worship w/Communion 10:00a Bible Classes 10:00a Sunday School 11:00a Worship w/Communion
22 May-June Newsletter Submission Deadline
23 6:00p Organist Planning Mtg
24 5:30p Confirmation Supper 6:00p Confirmation Classes 6:00p Hosanna Bell Practice 7:00p Choir Practice 7:00p Worship @ SOTV 8:00p LYF/Post High School Bible Study
25 7:00p Sunday School Teacher Mtg.
26 Arbor Day 9:00a May-June Newsletter Assembly 10:00a Ladies' Bible Study
27 9:00a Men’s Network Clean Up Day 5:00p Confirmation Banquet
28 Confirmation Sunday 8:30a Worship 10:00a Bible Classes 10:00a Sunday School 11:00a Worship
29 6:00p Concordia-Ft. Wayne - Vicarage Assignment Service
30 6:00p Concordia-Ft. Wayne - Call Service
2019
Your Board of Elders wants you to know if you have any needs, or questions, you can contact your elder at any time. Your Bethel family truly wants to reach out, care for, and share the love of Christ!
Elder Family Assignment
Home Phone
Cell Phone – texting
available
Gary Rath A-C - 471-9092
Keith Holscher D-E - 425-3414
Herman Galster F-G 258-0543 426-8044
Matt Burthold H-I - 471-4879
Bryan Guthmiller J-K 224-1197 202-3476
Scott Price L - 701-805-8073
Bob Gordon M 255-7109 204-2361
Mike Fagerland N-R 258-8497 425-7448
Bob Kjonaas S 258-6985 527-9721
Scott Schuh T-Z - 812-345-7075
2019 Elected Board
Officers
President of Congregation Paul Harron
Vice-President Doug Miller
Treasurer Brett Morlok
Education Chair—OPEN
Vice-Chair—OPEN
Elders Gary Rath, Chair
Bryan Guthmiller, Vice-Chair
Outreach Candace Harron, Chair
Vice-Chair—OPEN
Property Management Blake Wiedrich, Chair
Bob Luebke, Vice-Chair
Stewardship Ed Stern, Chair
Paul Klebe, Vice-Chair
Our church boards are always seeking new volunteers to help in our mission of “Reaching, Caring and Sharing Christ.” Please contact any Board member if you are interested in helping!
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God’s Blessings to you on your special day! We would like to list all birthdays and anniversaries each month. If your name is not listed it means we do not have your information. Please contact the church office so our records are up-to-date and everyone can be listed in this section. God’s blessings and enjoy your special day!
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Monday-Thursday 9 am-1 pm Closed Friday
Please leave a message at 255-1433 or email [email protected]
& ANNIVERSARIES 1 Christopher Gergen 2 Giselle Brandenburg Kate Brovold 3 Megan Berg Nola Emter Mariah Hathaway Reyna McNamer Greg Wanner 4 Makenna Brumbaugh Carson Henke Carter Henke 5 Faith Heim 6 Madison Jose Tim & Eileen Larson (17
yrs) Caleb Moore 7 Joyce Schmitz McKenzie Zittleman 8 Jeremy Jose Colton Kleven 10 Alex Buck Katie Ell 11 Caleb Monger Brynlee Wanner
12 Harold & Bobbie Pfennig (66 yrs)
13 Linda Fleischer Jameson Suggs 14 Jaycilou Ciz Loye Eisenbraun Grant Levi Jaxten Stai Bryan Zastoupil 16 Jet Haugen Clay Hoag
Rhamee Huber Sasha Leuwer
17 Bruce & Bev Burkett (48 yrs)
Hayden Huncovsky 18 Christine Kleven 19 Pam Holscher Chuck & Judy Ortlip (50
yrs) Pastor Jonathan Walla
20 Olivia Krause Caylee Nelson Jeff & Mary Ellen Nelson
(28 yrs) Ivy Nordgaard Zechariah Wiest 21 Alexis Morlok 22 Cindy Lynk Ivy Schmidt 23 Shane Quirk 24 Roy & Deodar Eisenbraun
(15 yrs) Warren Gergen 25 Dawson Fagerland Jerry Herrmann Gertie Learn 26 Lana Ell Benjamin Guthmiller Gabriel Harron Alida Wiest 27 Bob Gordon 30 Karen Lalonde Ken Traxel
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T Midweek Lenten Worship @ 6 pm, April 3 & 10
T “Dinner with the Disciples” & The Living Last Supper Drama, April 12 & 13
T Easter Eggstravaganza @ 5:30 pm, April 17
T Maundy Thursday Worship @ 6 pm, April 18
T Good Friday Worship @ 6 pm, April 19
T Easter Sunday Worship @ 8:30 am & 11 am , April 21 (breakfast served 8:30-10:45 am)
