St . J ames Lutheran Church 1315 SW Park Ave , Port l and Or 97201

S t. J a m e s N e w s l e t t e r

From the Pastor ’s Desk

October 2015

This month, the congregation of St. James looks back

125 years to its founding – its quasquicentennial.

Practice saying that in the bathroom mirror every

morning for a couple of weeks. For many congrega-

tions, this would be the occasion for a bang-up cele-

bration and perhaps an update on what is our own

purple-bound centennial history, now itself a quarter

century old.

You’ll notice in this newsletter and in the calendar,

though, that this anniversary will be marked and cel-

ebrated by a dinner and gathering in early November, but our focus is

much more on the NOW and on the near and distant future of our minis-

try in this place and at this time.

I personally revel in history – many of you know that. Give me a weekend

with that searchable database of the Oregonian, grasping at historical fac-

tum and little-known and forgotten local tidbits. How else would I have

found an article and picture of Edie Pate in pirate costume, standing before

the Portland Chief of Police in September of 1927, wooing him into dis-

tributing clues to a treasure hunt to benefit her Pi Beta Phi Sorority. Edie,

at the age of 104, glared sweetly at me when I showed her a copy of that

and blurted, “But that’s all so long ago. Who knew what the future would

bring?”

Those among you who knew this indomitable ”lady” (in the classic sense

of the word), knew as well that she would be in her car, clad in hat and

gloves, or at her writing desk after Sunday services, contacting visitors to

welcome and cajole them to come again and become part of this congre-

gation’s life. Some of you who read these lines are the products of her in-

vitation, or are perhaps the products of her products – people who were

swept in by the openness and hospitality which are the marks of this place.

We are grateful for the past of this this place: its splendid, historic sanctu-

ary, its place in the center of this city, its vibrant and generous ministries of

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Worship Schedule:

Sunday, 9:30 am,

Worship

w/Holy Communion

Mid-Week Eucharist

12pm Wednesdays

Monthly Jazz Vespers

Sunday, October 18,

5pm

10th Annivesary

BACH CANTATA

VESPERS

Sunday,

October 25, 5pm

St. James’ 125th

Anniversary

Celebration

SUNDAY

NOVEMBER 1st

See page 8 For details

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING: SUNDAY OCTOBER 18. 11am

To Approve St. James Apts. Re-financing See page 10 for details

BACH

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Church Counc i l H igh l ights : September 2015

Contact us at: 1315 SW Park Ave Portland, Or 97201

503-227-2439 FAX 503-227-0856 Info725@stjamespdx.org

Present: Kathleen McDonald, Matthew Schobert, Pastor Dennis Andersen, Craig Gerke, Becky

Bolt, Dennis Roggen, Kristine Almquist, Larry Larsen, Willard Kneip, Judy Juul, Karin Hatch

Not Present: Scott Ellertson, Charlotte Cook

Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7:05 pm.

Opening Prayer: Pastor Dennis Andersen led the opening prayer.

Open Communication/Guests and Visitors: Bill Hamann and Sue Hammond

August Meeting Minutes: Dennis Roggen moved to accept the minutes, Matthew Schobert se-

conded and the motions passed.

Treasurer's Report: Dennis Roggen reviewed the budget report with the council. At this time

the congregation is financially on-track and on budget. Willard Kniep moved to accept, and Becky

Bolt seconded. The motion was passed.

St. James Apartment Refinancing: Sue Hammond presented the options for refinancing the

apartment building made by the St. James Housing Board, which were previously mulled over by

the Finance Committee. The recommendation of the Finance Committee was presented to council

as the "middle ground" option for St. James. By paying off Portland Housing Board (PHB) loan, we

get the discount. We also get the "sweep" removed from the loan-holders, meaning that St. James

collects nearly $216K annually to go into an account for seismic upgrade work, as well as increased

cash flow. St. James would then replace the roof, which would trigger the seismic upgrades if over

50% of the roof is replaced. Replacing the roof would be the first step in beginning the retrofit pro-

ject in well-planned increments. The city will likely mandate seismic retrofitting for unreinforced

masonry buildings beginning some time next year. A 5% interest on the loan would include prepay-

ment windows which would help to refinance the loan in 3 years. This provides flexibility and re-

duces potential costs. St. James would also look to other options to receive funds such as grants

for historic properties and properties with child care facilities. Doing the project in increments

would provide valuable time for planning the entire project, taking into consideration what would

happen with the CDC, Bach Cantatas, and the current hosting of St. Michaels Catholic Church into

the next year. Larry Larson moved, Dennis Roggen seconded. The votes, as recorded were:

AYE 10

NAY 0

ABSTENTION 0

The Proposal will be forwarded onto congregation. Two open spaces will be present the loan infor-

mation. The plan will then be voted on at the next congregational meeting on October 18.

Strategic Planning. As detailed in the Strategic Plan, a Governance Task Force was cre-

ated to oversee the first steps of implementing the plan. Members of the Task Force

are: Matthew Schobert chair, Willard Kniep, Lavon Holden, Ralph Oyler and Shirley

Roggen. The Task Force will work with the previous Constitutional Task force to finish revisions

to the St. James Constitution. It will also come up with a plan for addressing the committees and

committee structure of St. James and will present information at the January Congregational Meet-

ing. Everyone on council will be on a committee and will dialogue with the congregation on how to cont’d. on page 9

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Worship and Mus ic

Sunday, October 18, 5pm

With Guest Artist, Dan Balmer

In October we welcome back local jazz guitarist Dan Balmer. Dan

has long been considered one of the finest guitarists, composers, and

educators in the Northwest. In 2009 Dan became one of only five

Oregonians to be honored with membership in both The Oregon

Music Hall of Fame and the Jazz Society of Oregon Hall of Fame. He

is the youngest person to be included in both Halls, and is hailed by

the Los Angeles Times as, “the model of what a contemporary guitar-

ist should be.” Dan has appeared on over 80 CDs including eight of

his own which have received critical acclaim and international airplay.

Dan’s music has been featured in movies and television shows both in

the U.S. and overseas. During the 1980’s and 90’s Dan enjoyed a highly

successful ten year musical partnership with pianist Tom Grant that produced several chart topping

recordings, national tours, and huge popularity around the Northwest. Perhaps Dan’s greatest asset

is his versatility. He has done recording sessions in all genres from jazz,

to country, to rock and blues. His playing is requested by band leaders in

all jazz styles from traditional swinging jazz to fusion to soul funk to free.

Dan has performed with a long list of jazz greats including Joey DeFran-

cesco, Benny Green, Steve Smith. Airto, Bruce Forman, Houston Person,

Jeff Hamilton, Bill Mays, Gerald Wilson, Eric Alexander, and Pat Martino

among others.His collaborative group, “Go By Train”, is currently working

on a new CD following up two earlier efforts on the “Alternative Jazz”

label. Music begins at 4:50. Free will offering. The St. James Artist’s reception follows. Bring a

friend!

10th Anniversary St. James Bach Cantata Vespers Sunday, October 25, 5pm

Celebrate two anniversaries at the first Bach Cantata of the 2015-16 season on

Sunday, October 25. Bach’s Cantata 76 “Jauchzet Gott in

allen Landen!” (Exult in God in every land!) for soprano

and trumpet solos starts off the 10th anniversary St.

James cantata season. This particular cantata was also

chosen to celebrate St. James 125th Anniversary. Soprano

Christine Welch Elder (top right) and Oregon Sympho-

ny principal trumpet Jeffrey Work (lower right) are the

featured soloists. The St. James Bach choir will also sing a

Magnificat by Heinrich Schuetz and Benjamin Britten’s

“Jubilate Deo” for choir and organ. Pre-service music

begins at 4:40. Freewill offering. Bring a friend! Recep-

tions follows in the Pioneer Chapel.

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Warm Fall Greeting from St. James Child Development Center!

Children at the Child Development Center are settling in to their new

classrooms, and structured fall schedules. Enrollment remains strong, with a

lengthy wait list for all classrooms.

We are beginning to utilize our new curriculum system, generously funded by

the St. James Endowment Committee. Creative Curriculum was selected as

the most beneficial system to be used in our school, and is backed by years of

research and development. The program encourages teachers to guide children in investigations that

can be lengthy, because we have learned that children learn better when exposed to an idea for

longer periods of time. It will not be uncommon for children to spend four to six weeks on a

theme, driven by what interests them. Thank you to the Endowment Committee for investing in this

worthwhile cause.

St. James CDC hosted two groups of Japanese

Exchange students (right) from Portland State

University this past month. The students were

visiting Oregon for two weeks, learning about

American culture. One of the focus groups

spent time learning about the importance of

childcare, and how it relates to our culture. In

Japan, children are generally cared for by family

in the early years. Touring the group through

the facility was of great interest to the students.

After the tour, the students settled in to various

classrooms to teach our children how to create

Origami cranes; use chopsticks to move Cheerios; and sing songs and read books. A great time was

had by all, and we hope to host another group of students this Winter when the program resumes.

Two classrooms and basement restrooms and hallways have been freshly painted in a new neutral

color scheme! The clean coat of paint brightened up the spaces, and we look forward to painting all

of the classrooms by year end. The Child Development Center will fund this project, be completed

one classroom at a time, as funds allow. If you have a free moment, head up to the Kindergarten, or

downstairs to the Toddler Three room to see the new color.

Child Development Center staff are working diligently on the annual certification by the State of

Oregon, Department of Education. This yearly visit includes inspections by the Fire Marshal,

Environmental Health Department, and Office of Childcare Licensing Specialists. All staff must

accomplish a minimum of fifteen hours of continuing education, including CPR/First Aid certification,

Food Handler training; and Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Training. Our staff

of forty four teachers make this process a breeze, and we will wrap up the recertification just before

the winter holidays.

Patrick Earnest

Director, CDC

Child Development Center News

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Planning Ahead in October

Sunday October 4: Blessing of the Animals; Annual Stewardship Drive

begins

Monday October 12; OFFICE CLOSED

Tuesday October 13: Finance Committee, 6pm, Library

Thursday October 15: St. James 125th Anniversary

Saturday October 17: Contemplative Prayer 9:30am Pioneer Chapel

Sunday October 18: Congregational Meeting re: St. James Apartment

Re-financing; Jazz Vespers, 5pm, Sanctuary

Tuesday October 20: WELCA, 10am, Pioneer Chapel;

St. James Council,7pm Pioneer Chapel; Newsletter Deadline

Tuesday October 27: St. James Book Club, 7:10pm Library

Sunday October 25: Bach Cantata, 5pm Sanctuary

Friday October 30: Boxcar school kit assembly, 6pm Pioneer Chapel (with pizza after!)

Sunday November 1: St. James 125th Anniversary, 3:30pm, Edgewater Country Club

ADULT EDUCATION

Open Space Bible Study

October 4 Open Wednesdays

October 11 St. James Apt. Refinancing Pioneer Chapel 1-2pm

October 18 Congregational Meeting October Study:

October 25 Caring for Creation Book of Genesis

Open Space Request: Fall Open Spaces - We are now scheduling Open Spaces for the September, October, Novem-

ber and December. Do you have a request or a suggestion for an Open Space? Email Mandy

Ellertson with any requests for dates. melletso@pcc.edu

Centering Prayer: Wednesdays, 8:30-9:00 am, Pioneer Chapel

Centering Prayer is an ancient tradition of mindful meditation and prayer that is

guaranteed to get your day started in a good mood. Coffee afterwards!

Contemplative Prayer: Beginning in October Contemplative Prayer will contin-

ue through the end of the year on the third Saturday of the month at 9:30am at

the church. Anyone interested in contemplative listening to God is invited to join

us. We spend time in silence, in reading sacred texts, and praying for the world, each other and

ourselves. Do consider taking this time away from the busyness of our daily lives.

Child Care will be available as needed and requested. Contact Susan McBerry for

more information at mcberry@lclark.edu or by phone at 503-318-6429

Prayer a t St . James

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Wednesday Eucharist Commemorations in October

October 7 - Birgitta of Sweden

Born into a wealthy family, Birgitta was married at age fourteen and bore

eight children, one of whom became St. Catherine of Sweden. During a

period at which she was lady-in-waiting to Queen Blanche, she began to

experience ecstatic, mystical visions, which were recorded in various

books. She and her husband made pilgrimages, first to the shrine of St.

Olaf in Trondheim, Norway, and then to the shrine of St. James at

Compostela in Spain. Following the death of her husband, she used her

wealth to create and endow a monastic house for women and men at

Vadstena. She served there as abbess until 1350, when she left for

Rome and then spent the remainder of her life on various pilgrimages.

During this time she also struggled to promote peace, both in religious

and international political communities. The Brigettine Order once

numbered more than seventy houses, of which twelve survive today; she was canonized in 1391 on

the basis of her charitable works.

October 14 - Callixtus, martyr

Born in the late second century, Callixtus grew up in slavery and was

imprisoned when he innocently lost funds that were donated by the

early Christian community for the care of widows and orphans. He was

sentenced for a time to hard labor in the mines of Sardinia. At his

release, he was ordained a deacon made placed in charge of a Christian

cemetery along the Appian Way, which later became the burial crypt for

nine popes. In 217 he became Bishop of Rome and instituted merciful

policies to former heretics, criminals – policies which were denounced

as shockingly liberal. Opponents elected a rival bishop, Hippolytus (the

first anti-pope). Callixtus instituted some liturgical innovations,

including fasting on Ash Wednesday, and attempted to extend the

primacy of the Roman Episcopacy. He was likely martyred during a

popular insurrection in about 223. He is celebrated in Roman tradition as the patron saint of

cemetery workers.

October 21 - Ursula of Cologne

and Her Companions

Ursula is presumed to have a been a noblewoman from the

British Isles. Her father betrothed her to a pagan governor,

and she requested time before the marriage to make a

pilgrimage to Rome, along with her handmaidens. Her

companions included the Bishop of Ravenna and possibly a

pope. On their journey north in about 383, they were

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Saints of the Month

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Saints of the Month cont’d. from page 6

attacked near the present city of Cologne on the Rheine River. Her female companions were

beheaded in a massacre, and when Ursula refused the advances of the Hun military leader, she was

killed with a spear. Various accounts number her companions to have been 10,000 or 1,000 in

number. The historic Basilica of St. Ursula in Cologne contains alleged relics and is a treasure house

of early medieval art and metalwork. Christopher Columbus named the Virgin Island after Ursula

and her Virgin Companions.

October 28 - Sts. Simon and Jude,

Apostles and Martyrs

Simon is called “the Canaanaean” by

Matthew and Mark and “the Zealot” by

Luke. He may have been associated with

the fanatical opposition to Roman rule

in Palestine. Nothing more is known of

him. Jude, called “Juda, not Iscariot,” in

John 14:22, is referred to in Luke 6:16 as

“Judas, son of James.” He is also

understood to be named Thaddeus in Matthew and Mark. Tradition says that Jude preached in

Mesopotamia for ten years and that he and Simon worked together in Persia, where they were

martyred in the mid First Century. Recent Roman Catholic tradition has come to regard Jude as

the patron saint for help “in desperate cases.”

Congregational Meeting Sunday October 18, 11 am

To affirm the proposal for authorizing the pattern of refinance for the St. James Apartments and

receiving updates on the seismic retrofit initiatives.

On Monday, September 14, member of the St. James Housing Board met with the Finance Com-

mittee to explain and recommend a proposal for refinancing the St. James Apartments. As own-

ers of the apartments, we are required by our lender, US Bank, to refinance the apartments by no

later than April 30, 2015. The Housing Board made recommendation of a proposal which was ap-

proved by the Finance Committee and forwarded on to St. James Council, which also unanimous-

ly approved the proposal at its monthly meeting on September 15. The proposal now come be-

fore the congregation for final approval. Copies of the recommendation from the St. James

Housing board and of the Proposal are available at the front desk. See Chelsea Standley for more

information.

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From the Pastor’s Desk cont’d from page 1 child and health care, low-income housing and cultural offerings. Grateful also for the uninterrupted

patterns of prayer, worship and community service.

But what will we look like when we stretch to celebrate our sesquicentennial? (Google that one!)

In the midst of so many changes, what pieces of the past of, of our heritage, will we bring forward to

be living offerings to the future?

The short answer, a tough one, is that we do not know. Fortified with a robust and thoughtful Stra-

tegic Plan, undergirded with the prudent investments of the past (St. James Housing, Inc.; the En-

dowment resources), we still need those folks who – perhaps not quite with hats and gloves and

writing desks -- but with verve, and joy, and hospitality, will reach out. Reach out, not in the name of

St. James or for the sake of institutional survival, but will reach out in Christ’s name to welcome and

shape lives in the pattern of the Gospel.

Celebrate St. James 125th Anniversary

Please Join Us on November 1st as we cele-

brate the 125th Anniversary of St. James

Lutheran Church. It will be a joyous time

to celebrate, remember, and look forward

to our future.

Time: 3:30 PM

Buffet and No-Host Bar

Columbia Edgewater Golf Club

2220 NE Marine Drive

Cost Has Not Yet Been Established/we will let you know.

Please RSVP by Monday October 26 St. James Office: 503-227-2434

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St. James Annual Stewardship Drive: October 4-November 15 The annual Stewardship Drive is here again. As sure as the leaves start to turn in the fall, we begin

our Stewardship Drive during this season so that we can look ahead to the coming year. When we

think of Stewardship it is natural to think of it in terms of financial pledges. Indeed, these help our

financial officers plan for next year’s budget. But those contributions

are only one-third of the body of Stewardship. The true body of

Stewardship lives throughout the entire year. It lives within the hun-

dreds of volunteer hours of our members and within the wide range

of talents of our members. Not only does your Stewardship pay the

bills but it fills the church with your time and your talents. We en-

courage everyone, during this time to consider what they have re-

ceived from St. James and then to think about what else can be given

for these gifts. The Stewardship season is really year-round.

September Council Meeting Minutes cont’d. from page 2

move forward, refocus, and be more collaborative in their approach. The Task Force will be dis-

solved upon completion and presentation at the Annual Meeting.

Pastor's Report: Pastor presented his report to the council. Tourists this summer have been visit-

ing St. James in droves due to its presence in the Park Blocks and visibility near city cultural institu-

tions. Office changes continue to proceed/move forward well. Motion passed to transfer member-

ship of Becky Thilo from Christ Long Beach, CA to St. James.

Committee Reports: Finance - Dennis Roggen presented the minutes from the finance com-

mittee meeting, which were already highlighted earlier in the council meeting. Stewardship -

Drive Starts Oct. 4th and will go on for 6 weeks. Celebration will occur at the end of the drive this

year. Property - Larry Larsen presented the property report with council. Working with the man-

ufacturer of the emergency lighting systems, which seem to be malfunctioning. Working on getting

the arborist to trim trees, permits have been secured. New lettering St. James is going on the out-

door wall of the Educational Wing. The front windows will also be changed to allow proper ventila-

tion. Additional stained glass window coverings will be replaced in the future. Education - Jan Nel-

son is going to be attending workshops at Trinity Cathedral on Sunday School. Val Brown will be

doing Bible story readings and Nancy will continue with music when she returns. Social Ministry

– No report. Reconciling in Christ (RIC) - 12 people from St. James participated in the AIDS

Walk Portland. St. James is going to work on finding a point person for the congregation in RIC

matters and events. Caring for Creation – No report.

Task Force Reports: Constitutional Review - Kathleen McDonald suggested they meet with

the new Governance Task Force. Safety – Larry Larsen met with City officials on Sept 9th. We will

need to sign a new trespass agreement by December. Saturday Oct. 10th is “Parke Diem” a city

sponsored work party in the Park Blocks. Building Use - No report.

Closing Prayer: The meeting closed with the Lord's Prayer and adjourned at 8:15 pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Craig Gerke, Council Secretary

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Groups and Ministries

St. James Artists’ Group October Show: Photographer Albert Alter

Artist’s Reception: Sunday, October 18, 6pm

Pioneer Chapel Following Jazz Vespers

Albert Alter describes himself as a “professional fool” but his

photos demonstrate a deeper spiritual side of him in his pho-

to show that continues for another month. Albert’s show will

be in St. James Pioneer Chapel through October, 2015. Note

cards and unframed prints will be available as well. An artist’s reception will be following the

Jazz Vespers service on Sunday, September 20. Bring a friend!

A Visit to Monica Setziol’s Studio

Members of St James Art Group, Albert Alter, Margie Antico, Bob Grover,

Margie Lee, Bonnie Wilson traveled Sept 22, to the studio of Monica

Setzoil in Sheridan, Oregon. (Monica’s father Roy Setziol) carved the wall

sculpture in the sanctuary.

Although we had Monicas excellent directions …. it still was a little dis-

concerting, climbing in Margie Anticos Prius, a steep one lane gravel road

with only trees on each side to guide us. The sighs were audible, when we

finally saw a sign, Setziol, carved in wood, pointing us to her driveway.

Monica greeted us in a red turtleneck and jeans on the stairs of her wood

plank house. The smell of fresh marionberry pie welcomed as we entered

her house and viewed the many art objects around us.

First, she showed us her weaving room with several looms. It is here

Monica puts together her beautiful colors and textures she will later

add to her wood sculptures.

Then we walked down a hill to her wood carving studio filled with

tools, stacks of wood for future projects, and the ever present smell

of wood shavings.

Monica showed us several pieces she is working on; one for a commission and several for her ex-

hibit at the Attic Gallery in Portland later this year,

Finally we ended up at the Gallery where she exhibits work. The deck

of the gallery has the best view on the place Monica pointed out as we

scanned the Willamette Valley below us.

After the tour we relaxed with pie and tea at a table carved by her fa-

ther Roy Setziol. Monica shared stories of her experience with the

Peace Corps in El Salvador and her years as a director of the Art Con-

spiracy, a kids summer program bringing together arts specialists with

an underserved population. (Albert taught Clowning and Improviza-

tion) in the Sheridan area.

Bob Grover, Albert Alter, Bon-

nie Wilson and Margie Antico

visit Monica Setziol. No pic-

tured: Margie Lee.

Monica Setziol shows Margie

Antico some of her artwork.

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Groups and Ministries cont’d.

St. James Book Club Tuesday, October 27

7:pm Home of Kay Wolfe (call Linda Rickert for directions)

St, James Book Club begins its 5th this October. They will meet at 7:00 pm at Kay Wolfe's home.

We're reading “Broken for You,,”by Stephanie Kallos,. It is a story set in Seattle of "two women in

self-imposed exile whose lives are transformed when their paths intersect... a work of infinite

charm, wit and heart (and)... a glorious homage to the beauty of broken things." This is a

Pageturner Satchel selection from the library, and there are still a couple books available in the

church office. For more information contact Linda Rickert (503-224-9353)

Goose Hollow Family Shelter

Wednesday October 28 “My favorite thing about Goose Hollow is eating the dinners. The volunteers are so helpful and nice,

and the food is so good…it’s so much so that I’ve even put on weight! But it’s worth it ‘cause I feel

supported here.” Alea, Guest

October Menu: Chicken and rice; string beans, fruit salad, muffins,

apples.

St. James’ WELCA group and other member volunteers continue to support the Goose Hollow

Family Shelter by providing overnight hosts and a full meal one Wednesday night a month. More

volunteers are always needed. There is a sign-up sheet in the hallway outside the Pioneer Chapel.

As you can see from the quote above our efforts are truly appreciated! For more information

contact Charlotte Cook, 503-286-8480

Community Garden The St. James Garden at Fulton Community Gardens has been in full produc-

tion mode this summer. By the end of September, more than 430 pounds of

produce has been donated, mostly to the community meals provided by the

Elm Court Loaves & Fishes Cen-

ter nearby. The bounty included

tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchinis,

greens, butternut squash, toma-

toes, chard, leeks and more. In

October, there'll probably be a lit-

tle more to pick, but the main task

will be putting it to bed for the

winter. Since our lead gardner, Linda Rickert has had

recent surgery, we could use your help buttoning up

another successful year.

Contact Linda Rickert 503-224-9353

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Fall Harvest at St. James Com-

munity Garden at Fulton Park.

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Groups and Ministries cont’d. from page 11

Social Ministry

Preparation For Lutheran World Relief ‘Box Car Project

Friday October 30, 6pm Pioneer Chapel Many thanks, to all of you who have been so generous. We will be assem-

bling ‘School Kits’ on Friday October 30 beginning at 6:00 PM, followed by

the Pizza Party for those that are helping. Hopefully, will come and enjoy

the warm fellowship of this important task. It isn’t hard work and won’t

take too long. Please check the bulletin board for a great Lutheran World Relief Report regarding

the ‘Box Car’ project. Again, thank you and blessings. Questions call: Charlotte Cook at

503.286.8480

Tuesday, October 27 10am-Noon Pioneer Chapel

The St. James WELCA group had its first fall meeting on September 15 with

Pastor Andersen as guest speaker. The October meeting will feature a

presentation from a representative of the Street Roots newspapers. Our discussions are always

lively and stimulating. All women members of St. James are invited to the monthly meeting. Bring a

friend! For more information contact Linda rickert at 503-244-9353 or Barbara Steege at 503-960-

3619.

Habitat for Humanity Taos Trip - Be a PAL It’s not too late to become a PAL! Members of the Taos Trip were given a blessing and farewell

during the Sunday service on September 27. The group will meet in Taos and work Oct. 5-9. help-

ing the Romero family build their home. Your participation will be a gift to the team as we are

small in number but mighty in heart! You can count on me (us) for support and prayers. In addition, I (We) will purchase ________ brick(s) at $1.00/ brick.

Donation Total: $__________. Make checks payable to St. James (note Taos PALSon the memo line)

♦ Completed form with donation may be placed in the offering plate, mailed to the church, marked “ATTN: PALS”

St. James ♦ 1315 SW Park Ave ♦ Portland, OR 97201 Name______________________________________________________________________________ Address (if not a church member)________________________________________________________

Sock it to me! Donate Socks: Sunday November 1 and Sunday November 8

St. James Foot Clinic is sponsoring a Sock Drive for Transition Projects in Port-

land. Transition projects serves the homeless as they transition into homes. Warm

socks are always in great need, especially as the chilly weather returns. Barrels will

be set up for donation on the first two Sundays in November.. New or gently used

socks will be accepted. The more we get the more happy feet there will be!

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Reconciling in Christ - RIC at St. James

Twelve people participated by walking in the AIDS walk as representatives

of St. James Lutheran Church. Larry and Linda Larsen, Pasto Dennis An-

dersen, David and Kristine Zellmer, The Scho-

bert family (Mathew, Camden, and their two

children, Trey and Cecilia), Craig Gerke, Ian

Garrett, Charlie Ellertson, and his wife Chelsea.

Others chose to participate by contributing

funds to the AIDS Walk. These individuals are

Linda Rickert, David Zellmer, and Patrick Ern-

est, the head director of the St. James Child

Development Center. In all, St. James raised

$260. Pastor Dennis Anderson contributed to

the walk by purchasing t-shirts for those who

walked in the AIDS Walk. A big thank you to all

who chose to contribute! The overall goal of

the walk was to raise $450,000 for the Cascade AIDS Project, and the

walk generated $489,892! The weather was warm on the day of the

walk, but there was cold water and iced lemonade provided by those

hosting the event as well as unlimited bagels and cream cheese, or-

ange slices, and apples, among other snacks. Trey Camden took ad-

vantage of the free face painting booth, along with the Charlie and

Chelsea. Trey chose to have a dragon painted on his face while Charlie

and Chelsea opted for unicorns. There were free prizes, fun costumes

to see, and best of all, lots of people getting together to put in some

time and energy for an important cause!

Kristine Zellmer tries to hitch a

ride back to the starting point.

Craig Gerke and the Schobert

Family (Trey, Matthew, Cam-

den and Cecilia ) are all smiles

at the AidsWalk Portland.

Charlie and Chelsea Standley show off their matching unicorn face paintings.

Looking Ahead: All Saints Day - November 1 On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed "Ninety-five Theses"

to the Wittenberg Castle Church door. The theses challenged the teachings of the Catholic Church

on the nature of penance, the authority of the pope and the usefulness of indulgences. Oct. 31, the

date that Lutherans observe as Reformation Day, is also the eve of All Saints Day (All Hallows Day),

commonly known in today’s culture as Halloween. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory II moved

the date of All Saints Day to Nov. 1, thus offering a substitute of the popular celebration of the

Celtic new year. The pagan festival embodied the belief that the dead rose to mingle with the living

on that date, and any ghosts who visited the houses were greeted with tables loaded with food.

After feasting, villagers would don costumes representing the souls of the dead and parade to the

outskirts of town. Historically, Christians observed All Hallows Day to honor all saints in heaven. At

the time of Luther it was one of the most solemn observances of the church year.

Among other reasons, Luther chose this day to post his theses because more people than usual

would be attending worship services. For Lutherans the day is observed by remembering and

thanking God for all saints, both dead and living. It is a day to glorify Jesus Christ, who by his holy

life and death has made the saints holy through Baptism and faith.

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Caring for Creation

The Caring for Creation Committee has been sharing summary paragraphs from Pope Francis’s

Laudato Si encyclical in the Creation Corner of the church bulletin over the summer. Let us know

if you’d like to study it in more detail during our Open Space times this year. It’s certainly in the

news as the Pope visited the U. S. this past month. The concern about climate change is universal

and The Lutheran magazine (page 20) addressed some of that concern in the April, 2015 issue and I

quote from there: “Larry Rasmussen, professor emeritus of social ethics at Union Theological Semi-

nary, New York, N.Y., has harbored deep concerns for the environment since the early 1970’s during

the first energy crisis. Rasmussen’s interest has not waned; ‘I’m passionate about this because all of

us together have to find a way through the high-stakes standoff between the global human economy

and nature’s economy. We’re wrapped in a contradiction our own making: the human economy

needs to expand to continue growth, but that same economy needs to contract in order to prevent

catastrophic climate consequences…….Either we change the economic model or we change the

laws of nature. Since we cannot do the later how are we to live? What way of life is mandated, giv-

en our responsibility for present and future generations? How we are to live is the question of dis-

cipleship. Faith offers renewable moral-spiritual energy for the journey. I will do what I can, arm in

arm with others, to help make the hard transition from industrial civilization to ecological civiliza-

tion.”

Here are some activities to help you get

actively involved in caring for our planet.

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THINGS INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES CAN DO

TO HELP SAVE THE PLANET:

GET OUTDOORS. Turning off electronics and being out in creation—wherever you live— is

the first (literal) step toward presence to the world.

WALK AND BIKE ON ERRANDS. While human-powered transportation takes longer, it’s

fun and life-giving.

EAT LESS MEAT. Switch to locally produced meat and/or join a CSA (community supported

agriculture) program to support local agriculture.

PRAY OUTDOORS in all weather.

GET A HOME ENERGY AUDIT and implement as many of its findings as you can.

COMPOST YOUR FOOD WASTE is a big step toward reducing landfill volume, and use the

results in a garden to grow your own food.

GET TO KNOW THE NEIGHBORS: migratory songbirds, native flowers, invasive species,

honeybees and other insects. Avoid use of pesticides.

JOIN LOCAL OR NATIONAL CLIMATE ADVOCACY Efforts through the ELCA or oth-

er environmental organizations: shared action is empowering.

RECYCLE, REUSE, REPURPOSE, MAKE YOUR OWN: the spirit of creativity and play is

the best antidote to consumerism.

EXPLORE WILDERNESS in whatever forms it may present itself to you.

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St. James Lutheran Church

Treasurer's Report

September 2015

GENERAL FUND

Sept. Year-to-date Annual Percent of

Actual Actual Budget Budget

Income

Congregational Giv-ing

12,933.00 150,559.60 208,663.72 0.72 %

Apts & Day Care 12,782.75 115,044.75 152,193.00 0.76 %

25,715.75 265,604.35 360,856.72 66.48 %

Expense

BENV.-ELCA/Synod 1,293.00 14,993.22 18,000.00 0.83 %

SALARY-Pastor 7,520.27 67,091.28 90,732.02 73.94 %

SALARY-Staff 10,841.52 83,706.22 103,001.01 81.27 %

SAIF/FICA Match 752.07 5,693.19 8,000.00 71.16 %

ADMIN 704.63 13,168.20 22,915.00 57.47 %

PROGRAMS 510.00 8,058.12 17,450.00 46.18 %

OPERATIONS 2,212.16 32,091.72 39,700.00 80.84 %

PROPERTY 575.18 18,728.13 30,700.00 61.00 %

LOAN PAYMENTS 1,900.00 11,700.00 15,600.00 75.00 %

EXTRAORDINARY & UNUSUAL

0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 %

26,308.83 255,230.08 346,098.03 74.00 %

-593.08 10,374.27 14,758.69

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Rose Ann Clementi 10/4

Dennis Andersen 10/8

Kay Betton 10/17

Larry and Linda Larsen 10/18

Joe Smith 10/19

Ken Turner 10/19

Jules and Carol Auger 10/24

Julie Hatch 10/27

Dennis Roggen 10/27

October Birthdays & Anniversaries

Sunday Refreshment Hosts and Altar Flower Sponsors

COFFEE HOUR: Lutherans love their coffee!!! Please add your name to the sign-up sheet in the

hallway. It’s easy and a fun way to get to know members. FLOWERS: Please add your name to the

sign-up sheet in the hallway.

COFFEE FLOWERS

October 4 ____Open_______ ______Ann Tohlen_____

October 11 ___Choir_______ _____John Strege______

October 18 __ L&L Larsen____ _____L&L Larsen______

October 25___Open_________ ____ Choir__________

People in Our Prayers For healing, care, and comfort . . . Pastor Bill Argaugh; Linda Rickert; San-

dra Arbaugh; Jack Neubert; Lucy Knopf; John Fuller; Charles Grigsby-Lane;

Brenda Otterson; Debbie Marr; Ralph Erwin; Mary Fagan, sister of Shirley

Roggen; Vera Mueller.

For healing from cancer… Dale Jeffers; Bill Arbaugh; Tim Mongin; Kurt

Strand; Chris Renquist; Marvin Knutson; Gloria Zoesch; Bob Wilson; Barry

Swartz; Jean Tingley; Karen Fissel; Suzan Sorenson.

For healing and recovery...the city of Rosebury and Umpqua Community College farter the

shooting there; the many communities in numerous states battling forest fires, and safe harbor for

refugees.

For our Bishops...ELCA Presiding Bishop, Elizabeth Eaton, and Oregon Synod Bishop, David Brau-

er-Rieke.

For those serving their country… Pvt Lucas Kniep, grandson of Willard Kniep; Daniel Kraft,

nephew of Kay Betton; Donald Schaefer, son of Dorothy Cottingham; Brandon Stillwell; Air Force

Pilot, Major Katie Veseth, sister of Paula Veseth; for President Barack Obama and all national and re-

gional leadership.

The prayer list will be refreshed regularly. Contact David Zellmer

at davidz@stjamespdx.org or at 503-227-2439 to update this list.

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1315 SW Park Ave

Portland, Or 97201

www.stjamespdx.org

Tel: 503.227.2439

Fax: 503.227.0856

E-mail: info725@stjamespdx.org

St. James Lutheran Church

1315 SW Park Ave

Portland Or 97201

STAFF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Dennis Andersen, Pastor Pastor Dennis Andersen

Nancy Nickel, M.M., Minister of Music Kathleen McDonald, President

Sharon Kurtz, Bookkeeper Matthew Schobert, Vice President

Chelsea Standley, Receptionist/Building Asst.. Craig Gerke, Secretary

David Zellmer, Parish Administrator Scott Ellertson, Treasurer

Patrick Earnest, Director, Child Dev. Center Larry Larsen, Member at Large

George Zoesch, Sunday Hospitality

Nancy Cutler RN, & Sara Genta RN, Foot Care Clinic