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“TransFormative Connections to God, each other, and the world”
Baptism Class 5
Birthdays 15
Calendar 13
Children, Youth & Family 8-10
Churchwide Event 16
Contemplative Prayer & Study 3
Fellowship Events 5, 14
Forums (Sunday) 5
God’s Servants 14
Let’s Talk 12
Men’s Renewal Group 3
Missions 11-12
Music 7
New Member Classes 11
Rooted in the Word 3
St. Stephen’s Information Page 2
Stewardship 4
Tools for Discipleship 6
Via de Cristo 11
Highlights Of Items In This Issue:
“D-Lab Express!”
The “Discipleship Lab” is back! Saturday, October 5th, 10:30-Noon. There
will be three “labs” to choose from as before, but this time around I’ve
tightened up the schedule to just 90 minutes and moved the start time
back from 9 AM to 10:30. (Nine AM on a Saturday morning? What was I
thinking!) Here’s a quick look at the labs you can choose from:
JOURNALING: Learn a simple yet powerful way to read and
reflect on Scripture that can help you write short journal
entries each day. Over time you’ll collect your own
library of insights and be able to see how your faith
journey has unfolded! Even better – connect with other
journalers for support, encouragement and sharing your
lives. Led by Sara Ruff.
SABBATH: One of the most misunderstood and underused
parts of Christian life is the practice of Sabbath. Pastor
Tim will share his own experiences with Sabbath to
illustrate how it truly is a gift and not just another rule
you have to keep! We’ll explore what a Sabbath
practice might look like for you that would be life-giving
and realistic.
MANNA AND MERCY: This wonderful book tells the Biblical
story in the most winsome way that you’ll probably ever
encounter! With incredibly clear language and delightful
illustrations, Pastor Daniel Erlander’s book will help you
get a feel for the “Big Story” and for God’s heart behind
it all. Pastor John will introduce the book and share ways
that you could connect with others around it.
To Register: It’s totally fine to just show up on Saturday, but helpful if we
know you’re coming! Register by calling the church (651-457-6541),
signing up at the Welcome Center, or online here:
bit.ly/DLabRegistration
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 2
The Update is a monthly newsletter published for members and friends of St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church. Any news items, articles, and suggestions are welcome and encouraged.
Deadline for articles for the November issue: 2nd Wednesday of the Month—October 9.
November Distribution Date: Wednesday, October 23.
▪ Would you prefer to receive this newsletter via email? If so, please call the church office.
We also post the current newsletter on our website: www.ststephenswsp.org.
1575 Charlton Street West St. Paul, MN 55118
Sundays 9:30 am Traditional
Wednesdays 6-6:25pm Fellowship Hall with the exception of
3rd Wednesdays of the month 6-6:35pm in the Sanctuary
2nd and 4th Wednesdays 7:30 pm Contemplative in the Chapel
Phone: 651-457-6541 | www.ststephenswsp.org
Church Council—Executive Committee
Gary Westman—President
Merrill Zieman—Vice President
Sue Clark—Treasurer
Joy Stenhaug—Secretary
Debbie Pirkl—Financial Secretary
Church Council
Committee Chairpersons
Mary Molumby ....................... Christian Education
Beth Hostager & Diane Meyers ................................
...................................................... Finance Co Chairs
Sara Ruff & Joanna Mead ..........................................
................................................ Fellowship Co Chairs
Mark Rogosheske ...................................... Memorial
Teresa Tschida ............................................... Inviting
Dave Paton ..................................................... Missions
Eric Donahue ..................Property & Maintenance
Kim Richter ............................................. Stewardship
Lori Ritt ............................................. Worship & Music
John Anderson & Annette Youness .........................
.......................................... Youth & Family Co Chairs
Nominating Committee
Pastor John ......................................... Brenda Gieser
Abby Vavra .....................................Lynda Bergeson
Church Foundation
Dave Paton .............................................Chairperson
Staff
John Snider
Senior Pastor [email protected]
Tim Thompson
Associate Pastor for Discipleship
Tracy Westman
Director of Children & Youth Faith Formation
Ali Schloesser
Director of Children, Youth & Family Activities
Gerrit Lamain
Music Director/Organist [email protected]
Ben Dyleuth
Director of Worship Arts [email protected]
Jan Perkins
Office Administrator [email protected]
Abra Gillman
Bookkeeper [email protected]
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
The Church Office is staffed
Monday through Friday | 8:30am—4:30pm
If you need assistance outside of these hours please
call ahead to be sure someone will be available to
assist you. Thank you.
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 3
Contemplative Prayer and Study
We’re back—the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month—October 9 and 23 with
Contemplative worship at 7:15-7:45 p.m. in the Chapel ;
Contemplative study & conversation 7:45-8:45p.m. in Room 204/205.
On September 25 we started a new book: “Contemplating Christ The Gospels and
Interior Life” by Vincent Pizzuto
Contemplative prayer practice is a invitation to 2, 20 minute times of prayer each day.
The prayer is based on quieting our minds and opening our hearts to God. We are helped by a word or
phrase that returns our focus, which is always running off, to God. If you haven’t tried it you will be surprised
at the levels of God’s grace that surround you!
Capital View Café, 637 Smith Avenue, St Paul
Men’s Renewal Breakfast – Come for conversation on the text
for the coming Sunday! This groups meets on Fridays, 7:30 am at
the Capitol View Cafe on Smith Avenue every other week.
Dates for October are Oct. 4 and 18. All men are welcome!
Rooted in the Word First Saturday of the Month
October 5 | 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Joseph’s Grill, 140 S. Wabasha St., Saint Paul
"Rooted in the Word" is our monthly Bible study and discussion group, meeting on the
first Saturday of the month at Joseph's Grill for breakfast at 8:30 am. Beginning in
October we will start exploring a wonderful book by Lutheran pastor Daniel Erlander,
entitled Manna and Mercy: A Brief History of God's Unfolding Promise to Mend the
Entire Universe. This book walks through the Bible as one overarching story in which
God's people are partners in the work God is doing in the world. You can explore a
copy of the book at the Connection Center and sign up to purchase one if you like for
$10. Highly recommended by Pastor Tim!
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 4
CONNECTIONS IN STEWARDSHIP Fall is arriving, school and Faith Formation is starting, and it feels good to be back
on a schedule with the kids again. It’s good to be back more at church also! I
can feel that flow again from this community – stepping back into it and feeling
how that flow works for me and takes me out of my more selfish summer focus. It’s
amazing what connections do for the heart and soul. Stewardship is about con-
necting – it’s not just a word we use in church, and it’s not code for fund-raising or
a plea for your money. It simply the way of life, of how we should live – living a
generous, connected life that can transform the world.
If you missed the Thrivent Financial Adult Forum on 9/29/19, check out these innovative ways offered to help
you transform our world and fulfill goals not only at St Stephens but also for other organizations you support
with time, talent and treasures. Enjoying life’s journey means confidently living a life based on values, not valu-
ables and sharing our gifts with others to ensure God’s world remains a beautiful one.
More information can be found at https://www.thrivent.com/wise-with-money-journey/
Member Contributions
August, 2019 Year-to-Date Annual
Budget Actual Variance Budget
$273,092 $269,477 -$3,615 $390,000
The figures above provide a comparison of budget vs. actual member contributions.
Help us continue by experiencing
the transforming joy of faith-filled stewardship!
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 5
FORUMOFFERINGS
We hope to see you in the lounge, Sunday mornings, after worship service (approximately 10:40 am) as we
learn about and discuss a wide variety of significant issues throughout the year. Bring a cup of coffee with
you. Here’s the line up for October:
October 6 “Let’s Talk” with Dr. Nadia Mohamed. What’s new with our multi-year dialog with our Muslim
friends? How are both faith communities faring during these turbulent times? What is everyday life like for a
Muslim? Bring your questions.
October 13 “Civic Engagement.” Pastor John will lead us as we look at what Martin Luther had to say
regarding living in the world. What would Luther think of our contemporary society?
October 20 To be determined—watch for more information.
October 27 “Divided Government.” State Senator Matt Klein, M.D., (DFL) joins with State Senator Karin
Housely (2018 Republican candidate for U.S. Senate) in discussing how persons of different political parties
work together at the State Capitol.
Hello from the Fellowship
Committee!
The August Saints game, September Patio Party and
Welcome-Back Potluck Brunch were lots of fun, thanks
to all who attended.
Have you ever accidentally signed up to do two things
scheduled for the same time? It happens to me every
now and again. Like the time I realized that the
September 5 patio party was scheduled when we also had houseguests visiting from Australia. We
decided to bring our guests along to the patio party. In a small-world coincidence, they met
three different people from our congregation who had lived in Australia! Our guests felt a sense of
belonging, even though they were far from home. This is what fellowship aims to do — foster
connections with each other and the larger world. Above are some pictures from that event.
Your Fellowship Committee:
Patrice Katzenmaier, Kathy Canniff, Joanna Mead, Jolene Sather, Robin Thoreson, and Sara Ruff.
Sunday, October 6 10:40am Rooms 204/205
Join Pastor John for a conversation about the meaning of baptism in the
Christian life. All those desiring the sacrament of baptism are required to receive
instruction. Please contact the church office if you are planning to attend.
Thank you.
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 6
TOOLS FOR Discipleship
FEATURED TOOL OF THE MONTH: “ABIDE”
Jesus teaches us that love is the center of life and faith. His summary of what’s truly
important is that we should “Love the Lord your God with all your heart… and your
neighbor as yourself.” (Luke 10:27) We are also taught that being loved comes before
being loving. As it says in 1 John 4:19 “We love because he first loved us.” So the starting
point in life is learning to be loved, which is surprisingly difficult for many of us!
Jesus uses a particular word and a powerful image to talk about remaining open and connected to God
to receive that love. The word is Abide, and the image is the Vine and Branches in John 15:1-11. “I am the
vine, you are the branches” he says, “Abide in me as I abide in you.” To abide is to remain intimately con-
nected to God, receiving the flow of love as a way of life. The L-shaped Pipe metaphor (Tool #1) points this
out as well, reminding us that there’s no outflow without an inflow first. That’s why the icon for Abide has the
pipe shape with a circle at the top to focus our attention on the inflow first.
How do we learn to Abide? The answer to that may be different for different people, and it may be differ-
ent for the same person at different times! But a good starting point is to look at the beautiful moment of
abiding between Jesus and the Father at his baptism. (Mark 1:9-11) What we see there is Jesus simply listen-
ing, “soaking it up” as the Father declares three things to him: You are my son, I love you, and I’m pleased
with you. For us, learning to be loved can begin by spending time in prayer simply listening to the Father
just as Jesus did. Listen to the Father speak those same words to you. Let it wash over you and soak into
your heart.
Abiding is the starting point for a renewed life spiritually, so make it a practice and a priority. As your own
sense of being unfathomably loved by God grows, that love will transform your life and spill over into the
lives of those around you in the most wonderful ways!
The “Insight Timer” Smartphone App
This app links to a huge number of meditation and mindfulness recordings but I just use it for
the wonderful timer it includes. You can use the timer to set up different periods of silence
that are set apart by your choice of sound, such as a gong or bell. You can save your timer
settings and use them to “mind the clock” for you in different times of prayer. For example, I
often use a timer I created that has three 5-minute stretches of silence with a (quiet) gong
in between them. I use the first five minutes as speaking time in prayer, telling the Lord
about how I’m actually doing that day. Sometimes it’s a surprise to me to find out how I’m
actually doing! The second five minutes is focused on listening to the Lord. Sometimes I
listen for things I know that the Lord is always saying, like “I love you!” and “You belong to me.” Other
times I simply ask “What is your word for me today? and see what comes. In the third five minutes, I turn to
the many people and concerns that are on my heart. You can create and save whatever timers are
helpful to you! Let me know if you’d like some help in using this tool and exploring how it can serve your
prayer life. Find it online at insighttimer.com.
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 7
(rehearsals every other week)
This choir is for individuals with
Parkinson’s Disease. Everyone is
welcome with or without experience as well
as their spouses/partners/care partners!
If you would like to join, please contact
Upcoming Concerts SAVE THE DATE
The National Lutheran Choir
All Saints Concert Saturday, Nov. 2, 7:30pm
Wayzata Community Church
Sunday, Nov. 3, 4:00pm
St Andrew’s Lutheran, Mahtomedi
The Woodbury Chorus & Orchestra Sunday, November 17
St Stephen’s Lutheran, WSP
After a great first year of choral music
and summer vacation,
St. Stephen's Singers Choir Season has
returned with practices on
Monday evenings at 6:30pm.
All experiences welcome!
If you have questions, please contact
Ben Dyleuth
Cell: 914-610-5272 or
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 8
We live in an interesting and exciting time----yet it can also be filled with anxiety. How do you handle it when things are stressful---do you hide, do you seek help, do you pray? Well I have come across this wonderful list of verses---Verses that can ease your heart. Verses that draw you to God. Verses that might be great to look up, memorize and have in our hearts for those times when life is difficult and you want to place your strength in God. If your heart is feeling anxious today, I pray the peace that passes all understanding will fill your heart as you meditate on these Scrip-tures. PEACE DOES EXIST and GOD IS able to give it TO YOU.
Tracy’s Tidbits:
Verses for you to Look Up to Learn about God’s Strength:
Try it as a family—pick a verse, look it up, underline it in your Bible and maybe try to memorize it! What won-derful discussions might hap-pen as you look up and un-derline them together in your Bibles!
Psalm 121 Psalm 55:22
Matthew 6:25-34 John 14:1-3
Psalm 40:1-2
Matthew 8:25-26 John 16:33 Isaiah 41:10
Matthew 11:28-30
Psalm 34:17-18 Isaiah 43:2-5
Matthew 10:28-31
Philippians 4:6-7
Matthew 28:20
For God has not give us a SPIRIT OF
FEAR, but of POWER and of LOVE
and of a SOUND MIND.
2 Timothy 1:7
Peace I leave with you; MY PEACE I
GIVE YOU. I do not give to you as the
world gives. Do not let your hearts be
troubled and DO NOT BE AFRAID.
John 14:27
Cast all your anxiety on him
[God] because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 9
Did you see the recent newspaper article sharing the news that General
Mills’ 23 year old Box Tops for Education program is going digital? Put your
scissor away and get out your phone or tablet and download the new
mobile app. Once downloaded scan your store receipts within 14 days of
your purchases. The app will automatically analyze which products are
eligible and tabulate the amount that will be donated to your school of
choice. In the past all collected coupons at St Stephen’s were given to
support Garlough Elementary. Every box top is still worth 10 cents. These
coupons can be found on a variety of products like: baking supplies, bake
ware, cereal, food storage, frozen foods, paper products, school and office supplies, waste bags and the
list goes on. The labels look like the ones pictured above right. Thank you for helping our neighborhood
youth! A special thank you to Shirley Eisfelder for sharing this article with us. Thanks Shirley!
FAITH FORMATION IS OFF TO A GREAT START! Faith Formation for the 2019-2020 school year is off to a great start with Wee Wonder on Sunday mornings followed by Wednesday night activities: community meal, worship, and Faith Formation classes for children and adults. There were 50 registered students from St. Stephen’s and Salem Lutheran Churches on the first Wednesday night, September 18th. It’s never too late to join in - all are wel-come!
On Wednesday evenings we have 16 Adults leaders (Abby, Christine, Kristi, John, Mary, Jessica, Scott, Brenda, John, Lynda, Chris, Larry, Alex, Jenny, Ali, Janel) and 5 high school students (Elizabeth, Camilla, Samantha, Ryan, Jacob) in the classrooms. We have about 6+ people (Jessica D, Jessica G, Kathy K, Kathy C, Linda, Molly and hopefully more! helping in the kitchen! Some of the other people using their gifts and talents are: photographer (Janine), bread bakers (Jenny and Steve), setter-upper (Patti), tech specialist (Kevin) and musician (Ben). Last but not least are Jan and Michelle (who keep us organized) and Pastor John and Pastor Tim!
Please keep all the families and the people who have said YES in your prayers as we work with the families of Salem and St. Stephen’s Lutheran Churches!
If you are able to help in the kitchen between 4:30-6:30 we would love your help. At 4:30 we start to prep the food, serve the food at 5:30, then clean up till 6:30! We would love to see you!
Sunday morning Wee Wonder (birth up to age 4) schedule:
10:40 a.m. Following worship at 9:30 a.m.—meeting room is 110
Wednesday evening schedule:
5:30pm Community Meal ● 6:00pm Family Worship* ● 6:25pm Faith Formation Classes for All**
*Family Worship will be in Fellowship Hall on the 1, 2 and 4th Wednesdays
and in the Sanctuary on the 3rd Wednesday of each month
**Classes for all begin at 6:25pm (1,2 and 4th Wednesdays); 6:35pm (3rd Wednesday)
Youth Forum Has Started!
Join Ali on Sunday mornings for Youth Forum.
What is Youth Forum?
Youth Forum is a time on Sundays where the Youth
can come have a conversation with other youth
usually on the topic of the Sermon that day or on
another faith based topic. It is in the youth room at
10:45am after the service.
Who is it for?
For any youth that is able and willing to have conver-
sations about faith and life.
Why is it important?
It is important because it allows the youth to learn
and grow not only on a Wednesday but on a Sunday.
It gets them in worship with others. It gives them a
chance to build relationships with people they
wouldn’t necessarily talk to otherwise.
Do you have questions? Please contact Ali—her
email address is: [email protected]
Ali’s Corner
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 10
Family and Community Worship
5:30-6 pm Dinner 6-6:35 pm Worship with Communion in the Sanctuary 6:35-7 pm Family Learning in the Faith Formation classes
Youth Outing
Noon—4pm Destination: Apple Orchard
“Love in a Ziplock Bag”
We will be creating bags filled with items that are useful to someone who may be homeless in St. Paul. Think warm hat, socks, gum, hand sanitizer, woman’s products, chapstick, and handwritten notes for our youth.
Lock-In
Lock-in for grades 6 and up. For more information ask Ali!
SAVE THE DATE— Add to your calendar
Events you don’t want to miss!
October 30
October 16
October 5
November
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St. Stephen’s Book Club Wednesday, October 9 | 10am
Panera on Robert Street, West St. Paul
Book Selections
October—A MAN CALLED OVE by Fredrik Backman
November—UNDAUNTED COURAGE by Stephen Ambrose
If you are interested in making St. Stephen’s your church home we invite you to attend either of these new
member orientations being offered (see above right). Come and meet other people joining. Learn more
detail about what is unique about Lutheranism and this community of faith.
New Members will be received on Sunday, November 10.
Thursday, October 24 | 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, October 26 | 10-11:30 a.m.
NEW MEMBER CLASSES TO BE OFFERED
Via de Cristo is an excellent retreat for spiritual renewal. It has all the elements: food, laughter, worship, learn-
ing, and friendly conversation. St. Stephen’s is happy to host it. There are lots of people around and lots of
love. If you are interested please speak to Pastor John or Jim and Kathy Packer, St. Stephen’s liaisons. (651-
450-0711). Retreat applications can be found on the bulletin board in the Narthex.
Via de Cristo St. Stephen’s weekend dates:
Men: October 10-13; Women: October 17-20
THANK YOU to all who participated in God’s Work. Our hands. Sunday!
Baked goods and coffee were delivered to South Metro Fire – WSP station, South Metro Fire – SSP station,
WSPPD, and MHPD. Blankets were tied, and a collection was held for Neighbors Inc.
A special thank you to the Fellowship Committee who served us Delicious breakfast/brunch to keep our
energy up to do HIS work with our hands!! - The Missions’ Committee
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 12
Women’s Group: Fridays at 7:00 pm, Rm 206
Supporting Neighbors, Inc. programs and services
supports and helps our neighbors in need. Neighbors,
Inc. offers programs and services and volunteer
opportunities. More information can be found on
their website https://www.neighborsmn.org.
Ways to Give: Gifts to Neighbors, Inc. help them pro-
vide residents of northern Dakota County with food,
clothing, emergency support and other basic needs.
They are always grateful for donations of: Fund, Food,
New or gently used clothing and household items.
Some of the current Neighbors, Inc events are the
Annual Duck Races (see page 15); Boo! Halloween
costumes—recycle your glently used Halloween cos-
tumes drop off at Neighbors by Oct 15 or bring to
church and put in the Neighbors box.
How else can you help? Do you have excess garden
produce to share? Neighbors will distribute for you.
Drop off at Neighbors or bring to church, put in the
Kitchen and let the office know—please don’t put in
the Neighbor’s food box in the Narthex.
Each month our dedicated Loaves & Fishes
volunteers from St. Stephen's respond to Jesus'
call to feed the hungry by preparing and serving
a meal to hungry people in our community.
Join our St. Stephen’s group Tuesday, October 8
to prepare dinner, serve and clean up. Come
for the whole evening or just part. We serve at
St. Matthew’s Church located at 490 Hall Street,
in St. Paul.
The evening schedule is:
2-5pm Preparation, 5-6pm Serving,
6-7pm Clean Up.
Questions - please call Marti Bonk
at 651-303-6284.
St. Stephen’s delivers
every fourth Wednesday
for the Meals-On-Wheels
program. Each route
takes about 1 hr to
complete. We pick up meals at Faith United
Methodist Church, and deliver to our neighbors
in West St. Paul, Mendota, Inver Grove, and the
South St. Paul area. If you feel called to help
us, please contact Loren Van Pelt at (651)-328-
4439, or the church office. Thank you for all you
do. Upcoming Delivery Dates: Oct. 23, Nov. 20,
Dec. 18.
Let’s Talk has been looking for a service project to do together.
There is one right here! On October 30th our friends from the mosque will
join us for “Love in a Zip Lock Bag”. We all wonder what to do when
approached by someone requesting aid at a stop light. Come and
participate in one solution. People of good will, joined together to serve the needs of our neighbors.
You are very welcome to join in!
“Navigating Transition:
Uncovering Hope in Times of Change” The Centered Life Series this year.
As people of the Word and of Faith, what do the
scriptures have to say about our journeys? Where is
our sense of calling and purpose during times of
transition?
Meetings will take place at the Olsen Center, Luther
Seminary, from 12-1:15pm. Cost is $15 per session.
Session dates: October 9, 16, 23; February (2020) 5,
12, 19; May (2020) 6, 13, 20.
Presenters for the October sessions are Lead Pastor
Mike Carlson and Executive Pastor Sarah Brecken-
ridge from St Andrews, Mahtomedi. All are welcome!
More information can be found at -
https://www.augsburg.edu/centeredlife/
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St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 14
For I Know the Plans I Have For You ...
Altar Guild—
October— John Nygaard, Marilyn Erickson
- - - - - - - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - - - - - - -
Ushers—
Jamie Lerbs, Steve Huspek, Jim Katzenmaier
Lectors
Oct. 6 Sara Ruff
Oct. 13 Jessica Donahue
Oct. 20 Alan Sipinen
Oct. 27 Kathy Canniff
Communion Servers
Oct. 6 Robyn Huspek, Patrice Katzenmaier
Oct. 13 Dave and Sondra Paton
Oct. 20 Brenda Gieser, Mark Rogosheske
Oct. 27 Tracy Westman, Deborah Ellis
Audio Visual
Oct. 6 Keith Gregory, Matt Kirkwood, Norm Goetzke
Oct. 13 Jenny and Loren Van Pelt, Norm Goetzke
Oct. 20 Samantha and Allison Henning,
Shawn Haarstad, Norm Goetzke
Oct. 27 Jan Perkins, Norm Goetzke
Fellowship Hosts
Oct. 6 The Gillman Family
Oct. 13 Via de Cristo, Men
Oct. 20 Via de Cristo, Women
Oct. 27 Dave and Sondra Paton
Sunday Drivers
Oct. 6 Dale Johnson
Oct. 13 Steve Morganson
Oct. 20 Dale Johnson
Oct. 27 Steve Morganson
Outdoor Street Sign
Oct. 7 Jerry Thoreson
Oct. 14 Dale Johnson
Oct. 21 Jerry Thoreson
Oct. 28 Dale Johnson
Offering Counters
Oct. 7 Dottie Culbert, Dave Bergeson, Sue Clark
Oct. 14 Jerry Thoreson, Debbie Pirkl, Sue Clark
Oct. 21 Joan Regan, Debbie Pirkl, Sue Clark
Oct. 28 Dan and Alice Mikel, Debbie Pirkl, Sue Clark
The Fellowship Committee is thinking of an out-
ing guaranteed to make you laugh. We would like
to attend “The Church Basement Ladies in Hark!
The Basement Ladies Sing”. Before officially of-
fering to the St Stephen’s community, neighbors and
friends we are looking to find out who would be in-
terested in attending. We would like to get a group
of at least 10 or more so we can get the group rate.
The date that they are looking at is Sunday,
November 24th, 2pm matinee. Carpooling from
church would be available. Tickets would be about
$42.
Are you interested in an afternoon of fun and laugh-
ter? Sign up at the Connection Center, call the
church office at 651-457-6541 or shoot jan an email
[email protected]—please respond by Sunday,
October 13.
Want more information? Check out the Ames thea-
tre website at https://www.ames-center.com/church-
basement-ladies-hark or talk to any of the Fellowship
Committee members. They would be happy to help.
St. Stephen’s Update Newsletter ▪ October, 2019 Page 15
10/1 Bruce Graham
10/2 Stephanie Rechtzigel
10/3 Jane Auge
10/3 Chrisopher Petschen
10/5 Brett Nicolai
10/5 Melanie Rechtzigel
10/6 Dirks Kubat
10/6 T.J. Pirkl
10/7 Robyn Huspek
10/8 Alex Bauert
10/8 Benjamin Ellison
10/8 Betty Raasch
10/9 Veronica Kemna
10/9 Janell Woods
10/10 Christopher Clark
10/10 Dylan Donahue
10/10 Peter Lynn
10/11 Gerry Olin
10/11 Jon Stenhaug
10/12 Ashley Martinson-Packer
10/12 Sarah Murphy
10/12 Jodi Willwerscheid
10/13 Michelle Patrick
10/14 Steve Morgenstern
10/14 Loren Oberg
10/16 Laurie Rosenau
10/16 Alan Sipinen
10/17 Beverly Evans
10/17 Chris Shoemaker
10/18 Christopher Clysdale
10/18 Kay Goldsworthy
10/18 Bill Johnson
10/18 Steve Morganson
10/19 John Gieser
10/19 Lennon Goette
10/20 Lynn Kubat
10/21 Edwin Booth
10/21 Bill Molumby
10/21 Merwin Perkins
10/22 Robert Steffen
10/23 Ellinor Jensen
10/23 Jackson McKenzie
10/23 Murphy Olmscheid
10/24 Jan Perkins
10/25 Kay Loveland
10/26 Steve Richter
10/26 Robin Thoreson
10/27 Evan Ellison
10/28 Robert Auge IV
10/29 Jamie Lerbs
10/29 Claudia Schmitt
10/31 Chad Abraham
10/31 Dorothy Culbert
10/31 Will Murphy
COMMUNITY EVENT
Join Neighbors for a day full of fun during On The Road Again in South St. Paul! All proceeds from the Duck Races will be used locally to support Neighbors, Inc.’s emergency and supportive programs. How does it work? Adopt a duck for a minimal cost enter it in the races and cheer your duck on to win!
Saturday, October 5 11-3pm
901 Southview Blvd., South St. Paul Duck Adoption Certificates can be found at the Connection Center. If you have questions please contact Marilyn Erickson or Diane Merrill.
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Volume 2019 Issue 10
Church-wide Event – Wednesday, October 30
LOVE in a Ziploc Bag!
Last year’s event was a great success! Join us again this year as we
assemble 100 gift bags and then take one with you to put in your car
and give to a person in need. This event is being put on by the Faith
Formation crew of St. Stephen’s and Salem Lutheran Churches.
Ways you can help:
Look for the sign-up board in the Narthex for details on the items you can contribute and
quantities needed (hats, socks, granola bars, and more)
Join us on Wednesday, October 30 to assemble the bags. All are welcome to help us bag and
share the love with our neighbors in need! Christine Davis (St Stephen’s) and Pam Taulman
(Salem) are the organizers of this event.
Watch for more details in the Looking Ahead!