TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 504 S. Westnedge Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49007-6004

Church phone 269-344-6181 Web Site: www.tlckzoo.com

Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID

Permit # 575 Kalamazoo, MI

Summer Schedule – June, July & August Worship Services at 10:00 am Adult Forum at 9:00 am

Trinity Staff Pastor Rev. Ken Johnson Associate Pastor Rev. Jake Lehman Organist/Director of Music William Musselman Office Administrator Trudi Giffin Young Adults Erin Sutherland Custodian Margaret Stevenson Web Master Alex Aivars Church Council President Janet Gullickson Secretary Ardis Lielzuika Treasurer Don Yarzebinski Assistant Treasurer Linda Jones Assistant Treasurer Jerry Molitor Financial Secretary Chris Allen Christian Education Tara Borges & Erin Sutherland Evangelism, Fellowship Donna Gardner & & Communications Kim Tilma Facilities Larry Gardner Service & Social Ministry Joyce Cleasby & Brien Leonard Stewardship & Finance Don Nelson & Jim Allen Worship & Music Mike Spresser

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Library Carolyn Albert Mary Bittner Maryann Hubbell Sunday School Superintendent Mary Johnson Trinity Foundation Members Jerry Molitor Don Yarzebinski Steve Bittner Evan Kokales Jim Allen Pastor Ken Johnson Missionaries Mark and Sonya Wuerffel/ Wycliff Bible Translators Larry Yarger/ Florida Eisleben Church, Germany

August 2010 – Number 938

Highlights of the Church Council Meeting on August 9, 2010

Pastor Ken: Installation of Pastor Jake will be at the 10 am service on September 5th. Confirmation and Adult Bible Study will resume on September 15th. Pastor Jake: A weekly meeting for the Youth and a Bible Study for Young Adults will begin this fall. President: The Installation Celebration Luncheon will be “Favorites” of many Trinity members coordinated by Trudi Giffin. Everyone is welcome. Christian Education: - Thanks to everyone who helped purchase and install the nursery air conditioner! - Third floor needs cool-down help in spring and fall. Blinds? Large fans? - The Camp-Out was a success with 61 people attending (32 of them overnight), and an age range of infant to senior citizen. Thanks, Ardis and Holly! - Remember the church picnic August 29th. (See details elsewhere in N&N.) - Sunday School classes will begin September 12th. Volunteers are still needed for teaching, Sunday School Superintendent and Christmas program director(s). - A Parents’ Bible Study will begin on October 3rd during the SS hour. Pastor Jake will lead the first monthly session. - Trunk or Treat will be held at TLC on October 30th. Many volunteers will be needed. Evangelism, Fellowship and Communications: - Shakespeare’s drew a large crowd of Trinity members and friends. More events will be planned and this team welcomes your suggestions. See or call Donna Gardner or Kim Tilma. - Teresa and Tristan Smith have volunteered to take care of the pew tallies. Facilities: -The Sacristy is very nearly completed. Chancel lighting and brick tuck-pointing are next on the list. Service and Social Ministry: - Prizes and players are needed for BINGO games at Ministry with Community. Sign up in Fellowship Hall. - Don’t forget the Rummage Sale August 20th and 21st. Gently used items and volunteers are needed. - Trinity will be serving three meals in March at WMU’s Solid Grounds. Janet Gullickson, President

To Maryann Hubbell … On behalf of the youth and parents of those youth, we want to thank you for doing a wonderful job. Your excellent communication, Christian motivation, and the ability to go out of your way to include all of the youth in activities, have been appreciated by many.

You, my friend, are a great example of a follower of Christ, and have a truly remarkable faith.

Thank you and God bless! ~Candy Leonard

It was HOT! HOT! HOT! But we got it done. Our new assistant pastor is moved into his apartment. Thank you to all who made this easy. Johnson Family Lielzuika Family Molitor Family Allen Family Hamlow Family Linda Jones Karen Adams Gene Wood Kokales Family Mason Family Teri Koretsky Leonard Family We welcome this wonderful family to our church. What a blessing to us all. ~Candy

Don Schaefer, John Cleasby, Marilyn Nyce, Virginia Molitor Ruth Kellner (Kim Tilma’s Mother) Diane Maschke & Dave Wohlfert

OUR SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS OUR SEPTEMBER ANNIVERSARIES

1 - Joyce Cleasby - Abby Wohlfert 2 - Linda Jones 4 - Hildegard Kozloski - Mary Johnson 6 - Dakotah Warnicke 7 - Brian McMullen 8 - Jon Cleasby 10 - Cindy Dorman - Teresa Smith - Kathy Molitor - Jennifer Williams - Stephanie Yarzebinski 11 - Audrey Forsberg - Nathaniel Scaglione 14 - Marilyn Nyce 15 - George Kelley III - Abigail Schreiner 16 - Patrilla Martz - Don Schaefer

18 - A. J. Vigen 19 - Dan Stufflebeam 21 - Evalynn Hurley 23 - Duane Warnicke - Sarah Sorensen 24 - Susan Martin 25 - Kaleb Borges - Paula Kana’an - Margaret Lamson - Jennifer Roach 26 - Richard Ellstrom, Sr 27 - Ruth Charlesworth - Gary Cramer - Joanne Musselman 30 - Claire Magerlein - Jean Sandstrom - Carole Snyder

3 - Doreen & Norm Emmerich - 1940 (70th ) 8 - Susan & Ken Warren - 1984 - Kim & Jeff Kraft 12 - Jan & Marsh Forsberg - 1959 - Heather & Chris Sjoquist - 2008 13 - Helen & Ben Howes - 1947 15 - Donna & Larry Gardner - 1979 17 - Dee & Dennis Wood - 1994 25 - Sandra & Tim Eschelbach - 1993 - Pastor Ken & Mary Johnson - 1994 27 - Carolyn & Richard Albert - 1957 29 - Nicole & Eric Shugars - 2001

Norm and Doreen Emmerich’s

70th Wedding Anniversary is on September 3

Let’s surprise them with a mailbox filled with good wishes. Their address is in the directory.

We extend our most sincere condolences to Ruth Eva and Jan Anable and to Cindy and Ted Dorman and their family on Max’s death on August 3. Services were held at Trinity and then at Ft. Custer on August 6.

Anna Elizabeth Fickes Daughter of Dan and Nicole Fickes

She was born on December 26, 2008 and Baptized on Sunday, August 8. Her sponsors were Kelly King and Leslie Aitcheson

Congratulations to Lorraine Duke On the birth of her grandson, Søren Roman Duke.

He was born on July 30 To Marty and Lisa Duke He was 8lb 14 oz and 21½” long He is the Great grandson of Arloa Duke.

News from the SCRIP Table

Meijer is still holding our earnings until September, but we added another $105.62 to our future check in July. Harding’s eScrip for June also netted $32.74 for Trinity. We were able to send a $523 check to our Kalamazoo County Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans for the LSSM Backpack fundraiser. They will return our funds and add $475 in supplemental funds.

Fifty-five backpacks filled with school supplies were delivered to LSSM early in August so the caseworkers can distribute them to the foster kids before school starts. We would like to thank all who donated backpacks, school supplies, and time as well as all who shop at the SCRIP table and/or participate in Meijer Community Rewards and/or Harding’s eScrip for making this fundraiser a success. Due to your support we already have a sizeable inventory of supplies to kick start this project next year.

Thanks once again for helping

Pantry Patter

"Business" is still booming in the pantry!

Items we need for our clients which Loaves & Fishes cannot supply in sufficient quantities: - Popcorn/crackers/cookies; - jello/puddings; cake mixes/frosting; - coffee/tea; - mustard/catsup/dressings; - canned meat (ham, spam, chicken, beef); and fresh produce.

God bless you all for your generosity! Your Pantry Coordinating Committee

Evangelism, Communications and Fellowship Committee

Since AAL and Lutheran Brotherhood merged into Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, local grants have been administered by the Kalamazoo County Chapter Board. Trinity has had two members on this Board since it began and still does. However, Katie Yarger will be finishing her term next year and we need to find a replacement. This group meets only one evening a month to carry out their business. If you are a Thrivent member and could serve in this capacity, please contact Janet G or Joyce Cleasby for more information. The term would begin next January, and having Trinity well represented is important.

Also, Thrivent members, Don’t forget to vote your “CHOICE DOLLARS”

STEP ONE: Visit thrivent.com/choicedollars or Call 1-800-847-4836 and say “thrivent choice” Your ID is the number on any Thrivent product you own.

STEP TWO: If you choose Trinity—write Trinity Lutheran Church Kalamazoo, MI and Congregation in the third blank ~ Joyce

News from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

Thank you to Teresa and Tristan Smith for their willingness to collect pew folder sheets every Sunday! Our pew folders are a very important and suc-cessful tool to Trinity. It helps us to recog-nize one another and to follow up with visi-tors. Please sign them and pass them back to the center aisle seat of your pew. Thank you, Donna & Kim

Trinity Fellowship Happenings On Thursday, July 29th, fifty-five TLC’ers went to Shakespeare's Pub. We cheered at TLC's softball season, ate burgers and such, mingled and agreed we should do this again... so, watch for another social in October! Thank you to Liz Menck for a great idea! Fort Custer State Park was the gathering place for thirty-two TLC campers August 6-8th. On Saturday over sixty of us enjoyed a cookout, fol-lowed by laughs around the campfire, and the echoes of a beautiful trumpet sounding Taps at dark (thanks, Steve!). A brief devotion was shared on Sunday morning with readings and songs put together by Ardis, with Heidi on gui-tar, thank you guys!

A big thanks to Ardis and Holly for creating and coordinating this refreshing outing!

Announcing an Exciting New Study Opportunity Beginning Wednesday Sept. 15

S I M P L Y C H R I S T I A N Why Christianity Makes Sense

Join us for a 10 week study exploring the echoes of God’s voice in our lives, creation, and the world around us.

N. T. Wright offers a fresh and inspiring presentation of the timeless truths of Christianity, making the case that faith is reasonable and rewarding for us today. In this new course, Wright expands on the themes of his acclaimed and best-selling book Simply Christian in ten inspiring and informative video lessons. The ten topics:

Sept. 15 - Introduction Oct. 20 - Jesus Sept. 22 - Justice & Spirituality Oct. 27 - The Holy Spirit Sept. 29 - Relationships & Beauty Nov. 3 - Worship & Prayer Oct. 6 - God Nov. 10 - Scripture Oct. 13 - Israel Nov. 17 - Church & New Creation

Dr. N. T. (Tom) Wright is one of today’s best known and most respected New Testament scholars and Christian speakers. Wright has had a distinguished academic and pastoral career, including teaching at Oxford University. He currently serves as the Anglican Bishop of Durham, England. He has written over thirty books, including the award-winning The Resurrection of the Son of God and, more recently, Simply Christian: Why Christianity Makes Sense.

Time: Wednesdays from 6-7pm* Dates: September 15 – November 17 Location: Trinity Lutheran Church For more information, contact: Pastor Ken Johnson or Pastor Jake Lehman If you plan to attend, please sign up in the fellowship hall and indicate if you would like to purchase a personal copy of the book “Simply Christian” which will be used throughout the study. An additional copy will be kept in the church library. *If you would like to attend but this time poses a conflict, please let us know. Thanks!

To all ladies who are new members of Trinity and to long-time members as well!

You may have wondered how to become more involved and thus be more a part of our church family beyond coming to Services on Sunday. I invite you to talk to me, Marianne Fuerst, or many other women who are in one of four WELCA Circles at Trinity. Joining a Circle is a great way to learn more about the Bible and God’s Plan for us and to become involved in WELCA’s many activities.

You are invited to attend the WELCA Fall General Meeting on Tuesday, September 14 at 7:00 in Fellowship Hall. You will get an overview of Circle business, be entertained by an interesting program and meet many active Trinity women.

Come, join us. We’d love to have you become an active part of Trinity’s family. In Christ’s name, Marianne Fuerst President of WELCA

Let’s Play BINGO !

Last month, a group of Trinity members organized an afternoon of Bingo at Ministry with Community. Everyone had a great time so we would like to make it a monthly occurrence. It would be the third Tuesday of the month from 2:20-4:30.

Since parking there is limited, we would meet at church at 2:15 and car pool. We need a minimum of 5 people– men and women– but no more than 9 at a time.

We also need to provide prizes for the winners so if you cannot go, we would appreciate donations. The most popular prizes were chocolate bars, boxed candy such as skittles or M&M’s. Jars of nuts, snack crackers and pop tarts are things that are a special treat. As winter comes, things like lotion, socks and gloves are also appreciated. We hope to start in September. There will be sign up sheets in Fellowship Hall or for more information, Call: Rasma McMullen at 349-9429 or Joyce Cleasby at 349-9977

WIN-WIN My 75 mile bike ride was a HUGE success. Not only did we raise a lot of money for MS, I got into reasonably good shape. It was a very hot and rewarding day. I hope I can sit back down soon. Thanks again to everyone for your generous support. Because of this, I was able to contribute $850, Our team raised over $10,500, The total event raised over 1 million dollars!!! Larry Gardner

“Dear Trinity Family, Thank you for all your love and care after my recent surgery. I was deeply touched and blessed by all the prayers, visits, cards, gifts and calls. Pastor Ken’s calls and visits were very special, and even helped another patient. God bless you each one.” ~Shirley Dragoo

“Thank you Trinity family for your thoughts and prayers for Hazel and Judy. Special thanks to the men who came to the Cassell home and helped with painting and repairs.” ~Robyn Cassell

Email announcements …..

Several times recently it has been helpful to send mass email announcements to our members with timely information. If you have not received these announcements and would like to be included, please email a note to me. My address book is not complete. ~trudi

Sacristy Renovation

There has been a buzz going on about the Sacristy renovation that is now complete. If you did not have a chance to visit on the day of the blessing, August 8, do stop in to see this amazing space!

The renovation has been a long-held dream for altar guild members. However, worshipping and working in a historical building means there is always a pressing need for repair somewhere else, so the work was often postponed. Some of you may not know that in the original building this was the Pastor’s office. In 2009, Trinity lost a long-time member, Grace Liehr, who had been active in the choir and the altar guild. She left a large bequest to the church divided among music, graduate Christian education, and general memorial. To honor Grace and to fulfill the dream of a new Sacristy, memorial funds were used to finally address the renovation. Prior to the demolition, the room had an ancient ventilation fan (that did not work) taking up two feet of space on the east wall, a deep drop-in cabinet for the frontals, an old metal cabinet for the acolytes, a deteriorating plaster ceiling, and peeling countertops, to name just a few issues.

Through the dedication, planning and countless hours of volunteer work from members of

our congregation, at last the renovation is complete.. While peeling off the old carpet, tile flooring underneath was found to be covering the original wood floor. Hours of painstakingly scraping off the old adhesive (mostly done by Dave Wohlfert) allowed Mitch Borges to refinish the floor. Our beautiful embroidered brocade altar frontals are now housed in a custom cabinet designed and built by Dave Kramer. Each frontal has its own drawer to protect the delicate embroidery and fabric. Dave Wohlfert built a cabinet to house and protect the pew torches. Additional lighting is everywhere and enhances all of the beautiful cabinetry that was finished by our own members. Rich Ellstrom crafted a beautiful wooden cross and a clock crafted by Pat Mason hangs on the wall. Larry Gardner designed and built a rolling cart to move the cases of wine in and out of the closet.

One interesting addition is the piscina next to the sink. This is a drain that terminates in the

building foundation. In the past, wine that has been blessed for communion and water blessed for baptism were taken outside and poured on the foundation of the building. Quite a feat in the winter! Now the guild members can dispose of the water and wine through this device. Gerhard Fuerst has designed a decorative ceramic bowl for the opening of the piscina.

Larry Gardner’s original design, modified many times, has come to amazing fruition. Many

hands worked on this project.

The Sacristy was officially blessed during the prayers on Sunday, August 8 We gratefully acknowledge the many dedicated Trinity volunteers and paid workmen who completed this project. Larry Gardner Abby Wohlfert Dave Wohlfert Mike McBride Phil Hamlow Steve Bittner Lucas Hamlow Paul Chapman The Yarzebinski Family Mark Sutherland David Kramer Gerhard Fuerst Noah Kramer Jim Begeman Mitch Borges John Pawlak Chris Sojquist ~ Teri Koretsky

The next ladies luncheon is

Wednesday, September 8 at 11:30 am at the Olive Garden, 6700 S. Westnedge The sign up sheet will be in Fellowship Hall after August 15. Please sign up by Sunday, September 5 or call Marianne Fuerst at 345-1422

August 29

1:00 pm At Ramona Park (off of Sprinkle Road) We will provide the hotdogs and hamburgers. Please bring a dish to share, drinks, lawn chairs, bathing suit, fishing poles and be ready for a lot of fun!

Note: When you arrive, tell the people at the gate that you are with Trinity so you can get the discounted rate of $5.00 per car load entrance fee if you are not a Portage resident.

Another note: No dogs are allowed at Ramona Park

Young Adult Opportunities

     

This fall, there are two great opportunities for young adults at Trinity. We love to eat, so we’ll continue to gather for the Young Adult Potluck, but we’ll also be meeting monthly for the Young Adult ‘Phorum’. Whether you’re a lifetime churchgoer or just          exploring the faith, if you’re a young  adult Y.A.P is  for you!   

We’ll meet at Mark and Erin Sutherland’s place through September. Call Erin for directions  (269) 501‐2519  Fall Schedule (all gatherings at 6:30) August 20 – Y.A. Potluck Sept. 9  ‐ Y.A. Phorum Sept. 23 – Y.A. Potluck Oct. 7 – Y.A. Phorum Oct. 28 – Y.A. Potluck Nov.  11 – Y.A. Phorum News and Notes via email.

If you would prefer to receive your newsletter via email, please email me (trudi@tlckzoo.com) so that I have your correct address. Emailing the entire newsletter to an individual would not be a good option because it is a fairly large document with clip art, etc and could be a downloading problem for some. Alex developed an email message that includes a link to the site of the Newsletter on our website, so there would be a quick, 2 step move to open

TUESDAY EVENING BIBLE CLASS with Pastor Krueger St. Paul’s Letter to the Galatians has been selected for an 8 week study, beginning Tuesday, Sept 14. 7 - 8:30 PM The goal of this study: that we will grow in our faith in Jesus, and with the Apostle Paul, confess more boldly,

"I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." (Gal 2:19b-20)

Registration is appreciated. . . by telling me in person; by calling me at 375-0114 or by sending me an email dalekrueger@charter.net,

Choir will begin on September 16 at 7 pm, this week only The following week we return to 8 pm The bell choir will begin on September 30.

Fall Schedule Resumes…. September 12th Worship Services 8:30 and 11:00 am Sunday School 9:45 am On this first day, Sunday School students meet In Fellowship Hall and later go to 3rd floor classrooms. Adult Forum 9:45 am

Youth News! “’You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the greatest and first

commandment. And a second is like it: ‘you shall love your neighbor as yourself.’” - Matthew 22:37-39

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, he answered with the verse above; “Love God, and love your neighbor”. This commandment is at the center of all we do as the Church. Whether we study the Bible, build a house, play softball, serve a meal, have a potluck, or sing out “this is the feast” in worship, we do it out of our mission to love God and

our neighbor in response to God’s love for us.

The mission of youth is no different.

As a key part of the church, it is the goal that everything done by the youth would lead toward more full understanding of God’s love for us, our love for God, and our love, service, and witness to our neighbors both inside and outside of the

church.

This fall we will continue that mission through solid Bible Study, enjoyable fellowship, exciting service, and effective out-reach. Below are just a few of the things happening this fall!

SR. HIGH OPPORTUNITIES!

Wednesdays at Westnedge Are you a Sr. High student looking for a midweek break and a chance to meet with friends and make new ones

while exploring your relationship with God? Come on out for Wednesdays at Westnedge! We’ll be hanging out in the youth room each Wednesday starting Wednesday Sept. 15

from 7-8 for some fun, games, and discussion. See you then!

Sr. High Sunday School –

Diving Deep with Doughnuts! Beginning September 12, we’ll be diving deeper into the

Sunday Scripture readings to discover what they mean and discern how they are relevant to your day to day lives…all while devouring doughnuts! Drop by the youth room dur-

ing the Sunday school hour to develop some depth!

Sr. High Campout Sr. High youth and their friends are invited to an end of summer retreat with Pastor Jake and Pastor Ken at the

Johnson Family Cabin up north. The proposed dates are Monday Aug. 30 to Wednesday Sept. 1. If you’re inter-

ested in attending, let Pastor Jake know ASAP.

MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY!

Sundays on Thursday! All Middle Schoolers at Trinity and their friends are in-vited to indulge in a little pre-school week ice cream!

On Thursday September 2 from 6-7pm Pastor Jake will set up the sunday bar in the fellowship hall, so come on out, chat with friends, and have a Sunday on Thursday!

Sunday School

Join your fellow middle school students each Sunday morning as we gather to learn more about the Bible and

how God’s word is relevant in our lives today!

CONFIRMATION

Confirmation classes will begin Wednesday night Sept 15 and will meet each week from 6-7pm.

Whether you’re returning for a second year or just beginning, join with friends and Pastors Ken and Jake

to explore the foundations of our faith and what it means to be Lutheran Christians today.

Women of the ELCA Newsletter September 2010

Circle Meetings

• Esther Mary Circle will meet on Tuesday, September 28th at Sandy Wallace’s home.

• Lydia Circle will meet on Tuesday, September 21st at 7:30 at Holly Lielzuika’s home.

• Martha Circle will meet on Thursday, September 16th at 10:00 at Trinity. • Rebecca Circle will meet on Wednesday, September 22nd at 9:00 at Trinity.

Women of the ELCA Purpose Statement As a Community of Women Created in the Image of God, Called to Discipleship in Jesus Christ, And Empowered by the Holy Spirit, We Commit ourselves to Grow in Faith, Affirm our Gifts, Support one another in our Calling, Engage in

Ministry and Action, & Promote Healing and Wholeness

Thoughts from our President Dear WELCA Ladies,

Welcome back to another meaningful year of fellowship and study of God’s Word. I pray that your Circle times give you food for thought, support and comfort for the difficult times in your life – big and small – and a renewal of sisterhood as we meet together.

I hope to see you at the WELCA Fall General meeting on Tuesday, September 14th at 7:00. It’s a time to fellowship together, to enjoy an interesting program and to be involved and informed in the business of WELCA. We are a very active group and so it takes all of our input to successfully carry out our activities. Please join your WELCA sisters on September 14th.

A lot of new members have joined us here at Trinity – many of them women! Please try to make them feel welcome by talking about your Circles. We need more willing hands and hearts and they need to feel a part of things here.

Prayerfully yours, Marianne Fuerst

Christian Action Thank you for your generous donations to Kairos Dwelling and the YWCA Domestic Assault Program in August. Totals will be in October’s newsletter. In September, please take an offering for the Vineyard Outreach program. September 14th Fall WELCA Meeting Please plan now to join all the Circles for a combined meeting on September 14th at 7:00 in Fellowship Hall. Esther Mary Circle will provide the program and refreshments. It’s a great time to get to know each other better! See you there! Prayer Shawl Ministry The next meeting will be held on Monday, October 4th at 7:00 at Kay Nelson’s home.

The People of God: Unity in the Midst of Diversity Session 1: Reading the Bible

Theme Verse: “For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, so that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the scriptures we might have hope”. (Romans 15:4) The Christian Bible is a complex book or, library of complex books. With its 66 books of various genres, it is a fascinating collection of materials. These books were written in ancient languages for ancient audiences of ancient cultures for the purpose of communicating to those people a love relationship between them and their God. How do we as a people in the 21st century take them, read them, and make sense of them for our times? September 21st – Matthew the Apostle is Commemorated In Jesus’ day, tax collectors, such as Matthew, were scorned as traitors and collaborators with the hated Roman occupiers. So how could such a person become one of Jesus’ trusted 12? Jesus said, “For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” “Follow me,” and Matthew got up and followed him.

Back to School September is a month of new beginnings, fresh starts, earlier schedules, reunions, and hard work. I love the Fall for many reasons but with it comes increased prayer time for me as I think of students, teachers and aides, counselors, bus drivers, custodians, lunchroom staff – all working together to create positive experiences for our children in an educational setting. Just yesterday, we saw our son, Jim, off to graduate school in Ohio. It was tough to see him pack up and start off for at least a two year experience. We know he has honed his skills and is ready to take this next step and we are excited that he is happy and eager to take this on. Next Saturday, we move our daughter, Ellen, into an apartment at U of M. She is also ready to start the new school year with all the interesting and exciting times it will bring. As a parent, I have mixed emotions. A part of me is confident in our kids’ abilities and the choices they have and will make. Another part sees them as little ones needing to be protected and nurtured just a while longer. This is when I pray that God will keep them safe at all times, help nudge them into wise choices and keep me from driving Don crazy with my pitiful looks. Trust is vital – both trusting we’ve given them the tools to take big steps away from our daily guidance and also trust that I can leave this with God because of course, He always knows what’s best for us. Lord, help us to always trust you in every aspect of our lives. You are faithful and just and will never let us down. Because of your great love for us, Jesus came to live among us, teach us and show us the way to eternal life. Thank you for never giving up on us. Be with us always, AMEN.

In Christ’s Name, Kay Nelson

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2 3 4

Pantry 1-3 Pantry 1-3

Sundaes on Thurs. 6-7

5 6 7 8 9 10 11Worship w/Holy Communion Men's Bible Study 7 am LSSM FH 9-4 10:00 am Ladies Lunch 11:30Installation Service -Pr. Lehman Pantry 1-3 Pantry 1-3 Pantry 1-3 pmAdult Forum 9 am

Y.A.P. 6:30Installation Luncheon following the service12 13 14 15 16 17 18Worship w/Holy Communion LSSM -FH 9-4 SLD - FH 9-12 8:30 and 11:00 am Martha Circle 10 amSunday School 9:45 am Pantry 1-3 Pantry 1-3 pm Pantry 1-3 pm Pantry 1-3 pmAdult Forum 9:45 am

Confirmation 6 pm Choir 7 pm

September 2010

p pCouncil 7 pm WELCA 7 pm Bible Study 6 pm

Bible Study 7-8:30 Wed. at Westnedge 7-819 20 21 22 23 24 25Worship w/Holy Communion Rebecca Circle 9 am Quilters 9 am 8:30 and 11:00 amSunday School 9:45 am Pantry 1-3 pm Pantry 1-3 pm Pantry 1-3 pm Pantry 1-3 pmAdult Forum 9:45 am Y.A.P. 6:30

Confirmation 6 pmOpen Door/Next Door 5 pm Habitat Board 5:30 Lydia Circle 7:30 Bible Study 6 pm Choir 8 pm

Bible Study 7-8:30 Wed. at Westnedge 7-826 27 28 29 30Worship w/Holy Communion Quilters 9 am 8:30 and 11:00 am Pantry 1-3 pm Pantry 1-3 pm Pantry 1-3 pm Pantry 1-3 pmSunday School 9:45 amAdult Forum 9:45 am Confirmation 6 pm

Esther Mary 7 pm Bible Study 6 pm Bell choir 7 pmSr. Choir 8 pm

Bible Study 7-8:30 Wed. at Westnedge 7-8