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The Herald JANUARY 2015 VOL. 80 • ISSUE 1

Emanuel Lutheran Church An Evangelical Lutheran Community, ELCA

501 E. Danaher St., Ludington, MI Phone: 231-843-3686 Fax: 231-843-3688 e-mail: emanuellutheranludington@gmail.com

www.emanuellutheranludington.org Word & Sacrament celebrated on Sundays at 9:30 a.m.

A Prayer for the New Year Remember us, O God; from age to age be our comforter. You have given us the wonder of time, blessings in days and nights, seasons and years. Bless your children at the turning of the year and fill the months ahead with the bright hope that is ours in the coming of Christ. You are our God, living and reigning, forever and ever. Amen.

Congratulations and Happy Birthday to

Arthur Moberg 1-21

For a complete list of January birthdays, please visit our website at: www.emanuellutheranludington.org

The Emanuel parish family extends our prayers and sympathy to the family and friends of Emery Marrison, father of Julie (Jim) Quinn, who passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2014. Cards of sympathy may be sent to the family at 6760 W Decker Rd, Ludington, MI 49431.

† Prayers and sympathy are also extended to the family and friends of Sandra Lea (Sandy) Rotzien, wife of Steve Rotzien and mother of Peter Clark and Jennifer Liston, who passed away on Friday, November 21, 2014. Cards of sympathy may be sent to the family at 505 E Filer St, Ludington, MI 49431.

† The Emanuel parish family also offers our prayers and sympathy to the family and friends of Robert (Bob) Dixon, husband of Barb Dixon and father of Beth and Eric, who passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2014. Cards of sympathy may be sent to the family at 502 N Rath Ave, Ludington, MI 49431.

† The Emanuel parish family extends our prayers and sympathy to the family and friends of Lorraine Quinn, wife of John and mother of Jim (Julie) Quinn, John Jr (Joan) Quinn, and Kaye (John) Flickinger, who passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2014. Cards of sympathy may be sent to John Sr. and the family at Village Haus, 1100 E Tinkham #14, Ludington, MI 49431.

† Our prayers and sympathy are also extended to the family and friends of Carol Goff, mother of Leah (Larry) Braun and Bradley (Judy) Goff, who passed away on her 91st birthday, Thursday, December 25, 2014. Cards of sympathy may be sent to the family at 493 N Custer Rd, Custer, MI 49405.

† Prayers and condolences are also extended to the family and friends of Janet Pahr, sister of Dick (Dee) Falk, who passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2014. Cards of sympathy may be sent to the family at 7488 Golfwood Dr, Ludington, MI 49431

† May they rest in peace.

Altar Guild Barb Dixon 843-9253 Jenny Grey 343-3222

Christian Outreach Anna Anderson 845-5684

Christian Education Bill Anderson 845-5684

Congregational Care 843-3686

Finance Joyce Usiak 852-0066

Property Jerry Welton 843-4743

Scholarship Sonja Siewert 794-8106

Stewardship Cindy Jarvie 843-2613

Worship & Music Tammy Brand 843-0089

Parish Committees & Chairs

Officers and Council Members

Executive Board

Rev. Domingo Shriver, Pastor

Jim Grey. President Tom Ezdebski, Vice President

Cathy Iteen, Treasurer Sonja Siewert, Secretary

Through 2014 James Grey 231-843-0990 Position C Jim Quinn 231-845-2941 Position D Jerry Welton 231-843-4743 Position E Megan Maltbie 231-845-0626 Position F

Through 2015 Tom Ezdebski 231-843-6430 Position I Dick Falk 231-843-4976 Position J Dale Fitch 231-425-3076 Position K Cathy Iteen 231-757-3854 Position L

Through 2016 Beth Kirby 231-845-0743 Position A Bill Kratz 231-845-1197 Position B Sonja Siewert 231-794-8106 Position G Shawn Sroka 231-624-6237 Position H

Ministry Support Team

Lou McCarthy 757-9629 Administrative Assistant Megan Maltbie 845-0626 Christian Ed Coordinator Jaime Pepple 343-2711 Music Director Kathy Keson 845-9150 Financial Secretary Cathy Iteen 757-3854 Treasurer Yvonne Bannon 690-2495 Nursery Caregiver Debra Page 843-3686 Sexton

TOPICAL BIBLE STUDY at Bethany Lutheran Church, Wednesday mornings at 10:00 AM. Please come and join the group, led be Pastor Bill Huether, for this informal, informative study. For more information, call Shelly at 843-8711.

MASON COUNTY MOBILE FOOD PANTRY at Cornerstone Baptist Church on the third Tuesday of each month from 10:00 AM to noon. For more information, contact Betsy Reed at betsyr@wmcmhs.org or 231-843-7285.

HELP MINISTRY: we are desperately in need of Christians willing to show compassion to those in need of transportation to doctor appointments and treatments. Most are out-of-area appointments and those being served are without transportation, elderly and/or no longer able to drive. For some, this is a life or death need. HELP does reimburse drivers for their mileage and costs. Individuals (or couples) willing to volunteer should call HELP at 843-6811. —Gene McClellan, Executive Director

What’s Happening...

PLEASE NOTE: All Annual Reports are due in the Parish Office by Monday, January 12th at 4:00 PM.

The Annual Congregational Meeting is called for Sunday,

January 25, 2015, immediately following the 9:30 AM Worship

Service. At this meeting we will review and approve the 2014

Annual Reports and adopt the 2015 Budget. Copies of the

2014 Annual Report will be available to parishioners on

Sunday, January 18, in Luther Hall following worship. Please

pick up your copy on the 18th so you will be prepared for our

annual meeting on the 25th.

~All Parishioners are encouraged to attend.~

Emanuel Lutheran Church

Congregational Meeting January 25, 2015

Dear Emanuel Family, My family and I are so grateful for all the Christmas cards, gifts and “goodies” you showered us with over the holidays. Your generosity is overwhelming! We are truly blessed to be part of the Emanuel family.

—Pastor Mick, Paul and the children

Many, many thanks for your generosity to us this Christmas season. Your kindness and thoughtfulness is very much appreciated.

The Emanuel Staff

Dear Pastor and member of the Church, We would like to wish you an all your families a Warmest Holiday Season and a Healthy, Happy New Year. God bless everyone!

Sincerely yours, The Vvong Family

Dear Pastors, The Carol Goff ceremony was exceptional. A nice blend of God’s lessons, a wonderful woman’s zest, stories of the living world, and a message that the sin of Adam for disobedience by touching a forbidden tree is taken away by the One who died on a “tree.” Wonderful choice of music and the pianist was excellent as well. Peace to you and yours in the New Year.

—Mark, Carol’s neighbor

The new “Discovery” series books

are in! You may pick yours up in

the Parish Office or on Sunday

morning at Bible Study.

All are welcome to join us Sundays

from 8:45-9:15 AM in the library

for this timely study.

January 4, 2015—Second Sunday of Christmas (C) —Altar Flowers: In loving memory of Helen Kinsey, mother of Sharon Welton Altar Guild: Patricia & Tom Ezdebski Common Cup: Dick & Dee Falk Intinction: Erin Maltbie, Linda Rogers Assisting Minister Barb Dixon Bible Bearer: Volunteer Coffee Hour: Kris Castillo, Cindy Jarvie Crucifer: Tammy Brand Greeters: Volunteers Lectors: Jeanne Kagey Offering Counters: Dale Fitch, Tom Ezdebski Offering Teller: Tammy Brand Usher Captains: Tony & Kim Hamm, Andy & Patti Klevorn Camera: William Rivet DVD Copier: Dick Falk January 11, 2015—Baptism of Our Lord (P) —Altar Flowers: Available for Dedication Altar Guild: Tracy Laaksonen, Linda Rogers Common Cup: Nancy DuVall, Erin Maltbie Intinction: Christine Irelan, Matt Kolb Assisting Minister Tammy Brand Bible Bearer: Jack Glanville Coffee Hour: The Gould Family Crucifer: Charlotte Glanville Greeters: Cathy Iteen, Kathy Keson Lector: Jack Glanville, Max Kline Offering Counters: Megan Maltbie, Sonja Siewert Offering Teller: Kathy Keson Usher Captains: Tony & Kim Hamm, Andy & Patti Klevorn Camera: Elizabeth Nagle DVD Copier: Linda Ochs January 18, 2015—Second Sunday after the Epiphany (C) —Altar Flowers: Available for Dedication Altar Guild: Shelly Anderson, Nancy DuVall Common Cup: Anna Anderson, Marilyn Lilleberg Intinction: Lori Kratz, Bob Sundholm Assisting Minister: Sammie Gould Bible Bearer: Leah Cutler Coffee Hour: The Ezdebski Family Crucifer: Sam Cutler Greeters: Woody & Sue Millspaugh Lector: Erin Maltbie, Bob Sundholm Offering Counters: Bill Kratz, Jim Quinn Offering Teller: Linda Rogers Usher Captains: Tony & Kim Hamm, Andy & Patti Klevorn Camera: Mike Gould DVD Copier: Suzanne Tibbot

WORSHIP ASSISTANTS FOR JANUARY 2015

Thank you to all of those who participated in Project Mary this Christmas. I have sent out individual thank you cards, but was unable to send my thank you to tag # 11 because of no name. I have hung your thank you on the Christmas Tree. I will be hanging the Christmas thank you cards from the four WSPCC families who received our laundry baskets full of gifts. The following are their individual messages to you:

Happy Holidays! I am honestly so thankful for your help at a time in need. My

children and I thank you and hope you and yours have a great holiday.

Thank you so much,

Rabecca-mother, Brittney, Kayley,

Tyler, Ryan, and Keyan

My family and I want to give you a Special Thanks for the gifts that you were able to

provide for us. They mean a lot for all of us and may God Bless you for your

kindness.

Thank you so much,

Rosalba-mother, Rigoberto-husband,

Rigoberto Jr., Cristelia, and Jaylene

Quiero agradecerles con todo el amor del mundo sus obsequios para mi familia. Mi

esposo y yo estamos pasando por una pequena crisis economica y lo poco o mucho

que nos dan se los agradecemos demasiado, creanme que nos hacen muy felices con

su ayuda. (Possible English Translation: I want to thank you with all the love of the

world, your gifts for my family. My husband and I are going through a small

economic crisis and how little or much you give us, we are grateful for them, believe

me, so much, that they make me very happy with their help.)

Thank you so much for the presents.

Happy Holy Days!!! God Bless You!!!

Janet-mother, Diana, and Cain – due 12-16-14

Dear Family,

Thank you so much for all the wonderful gifts that you had blessed my family this

year. We can’t thank you enough.

Love Always,

Aireanna-mother, A.J.-father, and Kyle

Thank you to all who helped with Project Mary!

Upcoming Youth Events

ELCA National Youth Gathering Rise Up Together

We are excited to announce that the 4 Corners will be sending 10 youth to join the 30,000 high school students in Metro Detroit in July for 5 days of service and praise. What an incredible opportunity for them to witness and to share their faith with peers and the City of Detroit. The following are youth and adult leaders who have committed to taking advantage of this amazing opportunity. Sammie & Megan Gould Julia & Erin Maltbie Marcelina, Ashley & Rachel Shriver Madison Sroka Ian Nash Sam Miller Mike Gould- adult leader Pastor Bill Huether - adult leader What is an ELCA National Youth Gathering? The ELCA Youth Gathering is about faith formation, worship, study, fellowship, service and play. It is an opportunity for 33,000 high school youth to engage with peers from across the United States and the world who share a common commitment and faith in Christ.

Hey Ladies…. Are you interested in seeing firsthand

how God can move 30,000 plus High School Students?

We need a female chaperone for this trip! Please pray

about it. If you would like more information or to

volunteer please contact Megan Maltbie.

OUR WORSHIP SERVICE is televised! Services are now

being broadcast on public TV, Channel 190. Tune in on

Tuesday at 11:00 am, Thursday at 7:00 pm, or Sunday

afternoon at 3:00 pm. Please note: the Sunday broadcast is

delayed by one week. On Channel 190

WORSHIP ASSISTANTS FOR JANUARY 2015

January 25, 2015—Third Sunday after the Epiphany (P) —Altar Flowers: Available for Dedication Altar Guild: Patricia & Tom Ezdebski Common Cup: Barb Dixon, Vicki Dorrell Intinction: Sammie Gould, Erin Maltbie Assisting Minister Julia Maltbie Bible Bearer: Madison Sroka Coffee Hour: Annual Meeting Potluck Crucifer: Katrina Lesinski Greeters: Bob & Stephanie Sundholm Lector: Charlotte Glanville, Jeanne Kagey Offering Counters: Dick Falk, Beth Kirby Offering Teller: Sereé Jo Schmidt Usher Captains: Tony & Kim Hamm, Andy & Patti Klevorn Camera: Max Kline DVD Copier: Eileen Kline

If you are unable to fulfill your Worship Assistant obligation, please make every effort to find a substitute. Thank you.

RESPONDING TO GOD’S GIFTS

November 2014 Year-to Date

INCOME $ 21,789.90 $ 187,585.99

EXPENSES -$ 15,264.38 -$ 194,995.39

TOTALS $ 6,525.52☺ -$ 7,409.40

TRANSFERS** $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00

** Transfers from contingency fund:

Contingency Fund Balance $ 25,366.47 ☺

Attendance Receipts 12/07/2014 145 $ 3,715.00 12/14/2014 156 $ 2,541.00 12/21/2014 89 $ 1,740.00 12/24/2014 213 $ 2,860.00 12/28/2014 78 $ 1,938.00 12/31/2014 —— (year end) $ 1,270.00

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 New Year’s Day

8:00 pm AA Meeting

2

—Office Closed—

3

4 Christmas 2

9:00 am Sunday School

9:30 am Word & Sacrament

NO CONFIRMATION CLASS

8:00 pm AA Meeting

5

9:30 am Staff Meeting

10:00 am

Christmas “Un-decorating

6

11 am Prayer Group

3:30 pm Kid’s Club

4:00 pm Community Table

6:00 pm Burning of the

Greens at Victory Trinity

8:00 pm AA Meeting

7 8

8:00 pm AA Meeting

9

—Office Closed—

10

11 Baptism of Our Lord

9:00 am Sunday School

9:30 am Word & Sacrament

5:00 pm Confirmation/Youth Group

8:00 pm AA Meeting

12

9:30 am Staff Meeting

5:30 pm Worship Meeting

13

11 am Prayer Group

5:30 pm Council

8:00 pm AA Meeting

14 15

8:00 pm AA Meeting

16

—Office Closed—

17

18 Epiphany 2

9:00 am Sunday School

9:30 am Word & Sacrament

5:00 pm Confirmation

8:00 pm AA Meeting

19

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

—Office Closed—

6:30 pm Christian Ed Meeting

20

11 am Prayer Group

3:30 pm Kid’s Club

8:00 pm AA Meeting

21 22

8:00 pm AA Meeting

23

—Office Closed—

24

25 Epiphany 3

9:00 am Sunday School

9:30 am Word & Sacrament

10:30 am ANNUAL MEETING

5:00 pm Confirmation/Youth Group

8:00 pm AA Meeting

26

9:30 am Staff Meeting

27

11 am Prayer Group

8:00 pm AA Meeting

28 29

8:00 pm AA Meeting

30

—Office Closed—

31

January 2015

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 New Year’s Day

8:00 pm AA Meeting

2

—Office Closed—

3

4 Christmas 2

9:00 am Sunday School

9:30 am Word & Sacrament

NO CONFIRMATION CLASS

8:00 pm AA Meeting

5

9:30 am Staff Meeting

10:00 am

Christmas “Un-decorating

6

11 am Prayer Group

3:30 pm Kid’s Club

4:00 pm Community Table

6:00 pm Burning of the

Greens at Victory Trinity

8:00 pm AA Meeting

7 8

8:00 pm AA Meeting

9

—Office Closed—

10

11 Baptism of Our Lord

9:00 am Sunday School

9:30 am Word & Sacrament

5:00 pm Confirmation/Youth Group

8:00 pm AA Meeting

12

9:30 am Staff Meeting

5:30 pm Worship Meeting

13

11 am Prayer Group

5:30 pm Council

8:00 pm AA Meeting

14 15

8:00 pm AA Meeting

16

—Office Closed—

17

18 Epiphany 2

9:00 am Sunday School

9:30 am Word & Sacrament

5:00 pm Confirmation

8:00 pm AA Meeting

19

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

—Office Closed—

6:30 pm Christian Ed Meeting

20

11 am Prayer Group

3:30 pm Kid’s Club

8:00 pm AA Meeting

21 22

8:00 pm AA Meeting

23

—Office Closed—

24

25 Epiphany 3

9:00 am Sunday School

9:30 am Word & Sacrament

10:30 am ANNUAL MEETING

5:00 pm Confirmation/Youth Group

8:00 pm AA Meeting

26

9:30 am Staff Meeting

27

11 am Prayer Group

8:00 pm AA Meeting

28 29

8:00 pm AA Meeting

30

—Office Closed—

31

January 2015