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News and Updates
October Worship Schedule
Church Family
Opportunities for Prayer
Opportunities to Serve
Mission Projects
Sunday School Info
Halloween Event Info
UMW News
Small Groups
Volume 49, Issue 10 OCTOBER 2014
Inside...
Sunday Worship:
8:00 & 10:15am
Sunday School:
9:05am
Summer Office Hours:
Mon.-Thurs: 9am—2pm
Fri.: 9am—noon
Join Us...
“Plant Faith, Nurture Disciples, Grow in Witness & Service”
Messenger St. Paul’s
United Methodist Church
Presenting Our
6th Annual Halloween Event!
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31ST
4:00PM—7:00PM
FREE event: Trick-or-Treating in the Sunday School Halls,
Haunted Tunnel, Games, Mission Project, Refreshments…
Bring your kids, grandkids, neighbors, friends….
Turn to page 7 for all the details!
Donations & Volunteers Needed— Turn to Page 9 for Opportunities!
What better way to spend a Sunday
afternoon than eating chili and
watching the Packers on the big screen?
Join us on Sunday, October 12,
beginning at 11:30am, for a chili cook-off
and watch the Packers beat the Dolphins!
Details are on page 11.
Our new directory won’t be
complete without YOU!
You will receive a FREE
8x10 of your family, and a
FREE directory just for
participating!
Details on page 9.
The St. Paul Messenger is published by
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church,
341 Wilson Avenue, Green Bay, WI 54303
Phone: (920) 494-4549
Fax: (920) 494-5722
Website:
www.stpaulsumcgb.com
E-mail:
Editor: Tracy Dahlin-Hakenjos
Please submit written material for the
NOVEMBER Messenger by
noon on Friday, Oct. 17, 2014
Senior Pastor Rev. Diane Rew
Retired Pastor Rev. Howard Ott
Cord. of Discipleship Min. Lisa Srenaski
Office Administrator
Tracy Dahlin-Hakenjos
Bookkeepers Bill Bradshaw
Bob Elliott
Sharon Wolosek
Chancel Choir Director Merle Colburn
Organist Vashni Seitzer, SPC
Childcare Coordinator Jennifer Grell
Christine Kelley
Custodians Scott Raymaker
Sunday, October 5
17th Sunday after Pentecost, World Wide Communion Sunday
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-26
Sermon: “Why Communion?”- Rev Diane
All across the world, Christians gather this day for communion.
No two services will be exactly the same...bread or wafer? Juice
or wine? Big chalice or little cups? Standing? Kneeling? Sitting?
Is there a wrong way to celebrate the Lord’s Supper? According
to Paul’s letter, apparently there is!
Music: 8:00 Chancel Choir 10:15 Guitars
Sunday, October 12
18th Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture: Matthew 6:16-21
Sermon: “The Stuff of Life: Redefining Treasure”
Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be
also.” If our treasure is indeed our time, money and energy, are
we making a good investment of our treasure?
Music: 8:00 Chancel Choir 10:15 Worship Band
Sunday, October 19
19th Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24
Sermon: “Unintended Masters”
Jesus warms us that it is impossible to serve two masters. How
do we know whether we are serving God or gods?
Music: 8:00 Chancel Choir 10:15 To Be Determined
Sunday, October 26
20th Sunday after Pentecost, Baptism Sunday
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-13
Sermon: “Treasures Among Us” - Rev Diane
Every once in a while, we get a glimpse of the truth that we are
part of something much bigger than ourselves alone. Thanks be
to God!
Music: 8:00 Chancel Choir 10:15 Handbells
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October Worship Schedule
Our Staff
Contact Us
Your Church Family...
Welcome to St. Paul’s! We’re glad YOU are here!
If you would like more info on our church, the ministries/opportunities available here, membership, Sunday School, youth, etc., we’d love to share with you!
Greeters are in the Narthex area on Sunday for assistance & you’re also welcome to
contact the church office or speak to Rev Diane. Welcome!
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Congratulations to
Madelyn Geneva Treml
daughter of Randy & Kristie Treml,
who was baptized on September 28.
Thanks to Steve & Sharon Olson, Bonnie Morton, John Friedrich, Avery Amenson and Mary Rather for preparing and serving the monthly meal at the N.E.W. Community Shelter on Sept. 5. Also, thanks to George Rather for doing the shopping and Suamico UMC for providing the dessert.
“To Our St. Paul’s Church Family, Thanks
for the generous gift of money and all the thoughts and prayers, food, visits, hugs,
cards...the love our church family has shown us is a healing balm during this difficult time. Sharing your memories and
stories of Gladys and Ken, Jr. touches our hearts and brings us smiles. We are blessed! Thanks for everything.”
Ken Paitel and Family
We extend our sympathy to the family and friends of
Betty Zieman
who passed away on Sept. 6
We pray for the family and friends of
Corlyn LaBelle
who passed away on Sept. 6
THANK YOU to all those who will be teach-
ing and leading this year in our Sunday School program:
Mary Amenson Dave & Kim Atkins
Josie Berndt Carol Carpenter
Lynn Clark Jennifer Cousineau
Becky Engebretson Espy Fassbender
Maddie Faymonville Al & Beth Gaffney
John Gilman Conner Hakenjos
Jennifer Grell Katrina Miller
Dawn & Chad Smith Emilie Smith
Lisa Srenaski John Wilson
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What Did We Do In SEPTEMBER??
* Another year of Sunday School began
* Kicked off the program year with Rally Sunday
* Recalled and celebrated the life of Betty Zieman
* Presented a 3rd grade Bible to Tia Gaffney
* Honored our Sunday School leaders on Christian
Education Sunday
* UMW Circles resumed meetings after a summer
break
* Provided an opportunity for members and friends
to be immunized at a flu shot clinic
* Planning continued for Fear Not! Halloween
* Held an Amish Haystack Dinner
* Hosted a meeting of the N.E.W. Piano Teachers
* Served the monthly meal at the N.E.W.
Community Shelter
* UMW continued a mission project to collect
needed items for area schools
* Prayer Shawl Ministry continued to comfort
people in powerful ways
* Care Team continued to bring joy and comfort
to those unable to join us in worship, as well as
served Communion to them
* Jail team, together with Gideons,
provided Bibles and devotional
materials to inmates
* Collected items for Salvation Army
& Ecumenical Partnership for Housing
* Extended our beautiful building
for scouts, TOPS, EPH, and the
Neighborhood Association.
PRAYER TEAM
The Prayer Team meets every Tuesday
at 9:00am in room 107. They pray for those
who were lifted up on Sunday morning, as
well as for the prayer requests the church
has received during the week.
Contact Kathryn Ault at 494-6669
St. Paul’s has a number of active prayer
groups. ALL are open to anyone who would
like to participate. If you would like more
information, please contact the church office
or the person listed after each ministry.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
This ministry meets on the 3rd Tuesday
of every month from 12:00—2:00pm in the
narthex. They knit and/or crochet prayer
shawls. The shawls are given to anyone who
needs one ~ for illness, grieving a loss, etc.
Contact Jacque Dahlin at 497-1393.
PRAYER CHAIN
This group of people prays for urgent
requests. When a call is received by the
church for an urgent issue, the prayer chain
is activated and the members of the chain
pray right away for the concern.
Contact Kathryn Ault at 494-6669.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Do you have a concern or a joy in your life?
We would be privileged to pray for you.
Prayer requests are always welcomed. You
can write them on the request sheet as you
enter the sanctuary, speak with a pastor, or
contact the church office: 494-4549 or
ALL ladies are invited to join us for ANY United Methodist Women (UMW) event ~ circle
meetings, unit meetings, etc. You do not need to be a member of UMW, of St. Paul’s, of any
church…just come and enjoy!
Reading Corner
Leah Circle
Thursday, October 2 at 1:00pm Fellowship Hall
Hostesses: Devotions: Betty Rogers Mary Rather Rachel Bramschreiber
Program:
Dorothy Conger & Mary Rather
Questions: Contact Kathy Gaffney at 544-9077
Susanna Circle
Monday, October 6 at 7:00pm Fellowship Hall
Hostesses: Devotions: Char Dunlap Amy Reed Sharon Wolosek
Program: Loretta Delvaux
Questions: Contact Inez Gulbrandson at 468-9869
Ruth Circle
Tuesday, October 7 at 9:00am Freeman’s Family Restaurant
1209 N. Military Ave.
Program: Pastor Yeng Yang
Questions :
Call Sue Gilman: 336-9659 or Loretta Delvaux: 339-9117
Team Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 30, at 6:00pm in room 107.
An Invisible Thread: The True Story of an 11-Year-Old Pan Handler,
a Busy Sales Executive and an Unlikely Metting with Destiny
By: Laura Schroff & Alex Tresniowski Category: Social Action
Laura Schroff was a successful ad sales representative in Manhattan. Maurice was a homeless 11-year-old pan handler...he asked for change, she kept walking. Then, something stopped her, and she went back. She continued to go back again and again, forming a friendship that has spanned over three decades and brought life to an overscheduled professional and hope to a desperate boy.
If you’d like to participate, pick up a reading list in the library, read a book from each category & return your completed form in July for recognition! Many books on the Reading List are in the adult library, just off Fellowship Hall.
Questions?
Becky Engebretson at 497-7005
Birthdays
10/1 Loretta Delvaux
Jacque Steeno
10/6 Suzanne Doan
10/11 Mariyn Reynard
10/12 Doris Mohr
10/16 Mary Rather
10/20 Dorothy Conger
10/21 Lynn Berndt
10/27 Amy Reed
Snapshots of...
St. Paul’s in Action!
Amish
Haystack
Dinner
The 6th Annual “FEAR NOT!” Halloween Event is on
Friday, October 31st during Green Bay trick-or-treat hours
4:00—7:00pm.
Trick-or-Treat through the Sunday School Hallways Haunted Tunnels Games Mission Project Refreshments
Bring your kids, grandkids….invite your friends, the neighbors….
ALL are welcome!
This is a FREE event for everyone!!!!
Lots of volunteers are need for this event!
If YOU would like to be a part of the fun, contact Tracy in the church office or at 362-8942. A list of where we need volunteers is listed on page 11.
CANDY & OTHER DONATIONS are also welcome and appreciated. There are pumpkins on the wall in the narthex with needed items,
along with a marked collection bin. Thank you for your support!
Preschool 3-4 year olds participate in a curriculum called, “Grow, Proclaim, Serve!” In October, we will be learning about Abraham and Sarah, and how obe-dient they were to God’s call in their life. We’ll have Bible stories, art, games, music, snacks, and much more.
Emilie Smith & Carol Carpenter lead this class, with help from Katrina Miller.
Elementary
Children in grades K—4 will be learning about
“HYMNS TO SING PRAISE” through October 12.
On October 19, we’ll begin learning about John
Wesley, the founder of the UM church. Through
a variety of Bible stories, videos, hands-on
activities, conversations and music, kids will be
excited about what they are learning in Sunday
School! Come join the fun!
We gather in room 115 at 9:05am. Teachers will
vary throughout the different rotations.
Our 5th—6th grade class will be a Bible-focused,
hands-on exploration geared toward tweens. We
will meet in the old computer lab and will be led
by Jennifer Cousineau.
Youth: Grades 6—12 R U ready 4 an exciting new yr of SS?
This year, we’re combining classes and alternating teachers every 6 weeks to give you a taste of both traditional and contemporary studies of the Bible and relevant topics of the Methodist Church.
In October, we will continue with a study based on John Wesley, the founder of the UM church, and learn about how he lived his faith. In “Revival,” you will journey to England and learn more about Wesley’s life, ministry, and teachings which will help you learn more about your faith.
The next study will begin mid-October and will focus on “Making Sense of the Bible” and the tough issues that we are confronted with in our world.
Dave & Kim Atkins will continue to lead “Revival” and Dawn Smith will lead “Making Sense of the Bible.” We meet in the youth room.
Happy Birthday to those whose special day is in October.!
10/24 Brianna Robb
An exciting new group is starting soon!
All 3rd—6th graders are invited to join us
on the 1st Sunday of every month for
Bibles Basics
This get-together is for 8—11 year olds who
have a Bible & want to learn more about
how to use it & apply it to their everyday life!
We’ll have fun, engage in conversation and
put what we learn into practice.
Pizza and drinks will be provided.
Our first session will be
Sunday, October 5
11:15—1:00 in Fellowship Hall
For more info or to RSVP, contact Lisa at
264-5365 or [email protected]
Opportunities to...
get involved
School is starting, apple trees are getting
full…. soon the ghosts & gobblins will be here!
It’s time to start planning for our
Fear Not! Halloween Event!
We Need YOUR Help!!!!
Last year over 800 people came through this
event, so it takes many, many volunteers to
make it event happen, such as….
Greeters ~ outdoor and indoor spots
Candy Distributors ~ kids will trick-or-treat
at every Sunday School doorway
Mission Project Leaders ~ help the kids
with their mission project
Refreshments ~ help in the kitchen with
preparing and serving refreshments to
visitors & volunteers
Decorating ~ help put the VBS set back up &
make it haunted, decorate hallways, help
youth with the haunted houses, etc.
If YOU can help with this fun event,
sign up on the green bulletin insert or contact
Tracy in the church office or at 362-8942.
DONATIONS ARE ALSO NEEDED!!
There will be pumpkins on the wall in the
narthex, each with an needed item listed. Some
needs include: CANDY (LOTS of it!), black duct
tape, pumpkins, webbing, orange lights.
It’s time for a new St. Paul’s picture directory!
Photographers will be here
Thursday, October 23 2pm—9pm
Friday, October 24 2pm—9pm
Saturday, October 25 10am—5pm
Wednesday, November 5 2pm—9pm
EVERY family that participates will receive
a FREE 8x10 and a directory.
Sign up online: go to the church website: www.stpaulsumcgb.com & click on the photo
directory box, OR call the church office.
Calling all crafters! We’re getting our old
crafting group back together and inviting
new friends for a day of fun & fellowship.
Saturday, October 25
9:00am—6:00pm
Fellowship Hall
Sloppy joes will be provided ~ bring a dish to
pass & your own beverage.
ALL crafters are welcome—tables will be
provided. Please RSVP to Becky: 497-7005 or
[email protected] by Oct. 23.
Disciple Participants
The following people have committed to the 32-week
Disciple III class. Please keep them in your prayers
as they journey together this year:
Sue Amond Mary Ducas
Brian Foxworthy Dale & Marcia Johnson
Wil & Michelle Kasper Carol Lahey
Steve Olson Dawn Smith
Lisa Srenaski John Wilson
Sharon Wolosek
Opportunities to...
get involved
“Not a Silent Night”
Imagine Jesus from Mary’s point of view—proud of
her son, in awe of his gifts and mission, guided by
love for him as a person as so much more.
In this book, Adam Hamilton begins at the end,
with Mary at the crucifixion and resurrection; trav-
els back in time as she witnesses his life and minis-
try; and ends at the beginning, with the Christ child
born in a stable, Mary’s beautiful baby.
This year, experience Advent and Christmas with
Mary.
The five sessions are:
1. Beginning with the End
2. The Piercing of Mary’s Soul
3. Amazed, Astounded, and Astonished
4. Mary, Full of Grace
5. It Was Not a Silent Night
More details coming soon, or contact Lisa at
264-5365 or [email protected]
We need your help! We are going to
Bethlehem in a different way this year!
“Bethlehem Bound” is an interactive program
designed to allow families to celebrate
the birth of Jesus together, in a fun and
dramatic way.
Cast members of all ages will create,
rehearse & present a complete Christmas
play ~ in just one day! With just 1 hour of
rehearsal, 4 scenes involving everyone who
attends, original script & music will come
together in a fun time of fellowship.
Sunday, December 14 at 9:00am
Presentation will take place at 10:15am
ALL Sunday School children & families are
asked to participate!
Questions?
Call Lisa at 264-5365
The Melodies of Compassion (all loose
change in the offering plate) will be designated as follows:
Sept.—Oct. EPH Nov.—Dec. Heifer Project
Please give generously and let YOUR loose change make a Melody of Compassion!
Opportunities to...
get involved
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Do you enjoy visiting with people
and brightening their day?
Do you have a few hours
each month to give
to someone else?
The CARE TEAM would like to add some
additional people to their team.
Each member of the Care Team makes 2—3
visits per month to members and friends of
St. Paul’s who are homebound or in nursing
homes. The team then meets on the 3rd
Wednesday of each month.
If this a ministry that would be meaningful
to you, please contact the church office.
Do you love to work with
children? Are you looking for a way to share your
enthusiasm, gifts and faith with the youngest among us?
We are looking for Sunday School teachers AND helpers for our Pre-K & K—4 classes.
This is a 1 HOUR per week commitment and we can work with your schedule.
Please contact Lisa at 264-5365 or
[email protected] for more info.
Join us for fun, chili, and football
Sunday, October 12 11:15am—3:15pm
We’re having a CHILI COOK-OFF and we’ll watch the Packers vs Dolphins game on
the big screen in Fellowship Hall.
FREE!!
Bring a pot of chili
or just come and eat as a judge!
1st Prize: $25 gift card to Cook’s Corner
2nd Prize: $10 gift card to Cook’s Corner 3rd Prize: Rada pairing knife
PLEASE RSVP to the church office or sign
up on the green bulletin insert
on Sunday mornings.
It’s time to enjoy the famous St. Paul’s Pasties!
Friday & Saturday, Nov. 7—8
Volunteers are needed
in order to make this sale a success! If YOU would like to participate in the fun,
contact Anita Kivisto at 494-1863.
To Order: Contact Becky Engebretson:
497-7005 or [email protected].
COST: $3.50 each
Pick Up: Nov. 8 from 10:00am—Noon.
The UMW-sponsored mission project for the months of July—December is
West High & Lincoln Elementary Schools
The following items are needed by students at these schools: West High: Hooded sweatshirts & sweatpants—guys & girls Tennis shoes—guys & girls Socks—preferably ones that only come to ankle Boys’ belts Boys’ dress clothes for athletic away games Pencils & pens Notebooks Flash drives Red marking pens Highlighters Lincoln Elementary: Sweatshirts—boys & girls Sweatpants—boys & girls, especially 5 & 6 yr olds Underpants—boys & girls for ages 5 & 6 Socks—all sizes T-shirts—boys & girls, all sizes Mittens & hats Tennis shoes Pencils Crayons—24 count pkg Markers ALL donations can be placed in the marked bin in the narthex entryway. Our congregation responded generously to this mission project last year and the school staffs were grateful for each delivery. One office secretary exclaimed, “This is like Christmas!”
Opportunities to...
get involved
Anyone interested in becoming a lay servant
is invited to attend the
Basic Lay Servant Ministry Course
October 4th & 11th
9:00am—2:30pm
New Hope UMC
1950 Dickinson Rd., DePere
Leaders: Pastor Rebecca Rutter,
Dr. Clark Stevens & Amy Powell
Lunch will be provided.
Cost is $15 and includes the
study book, which will be
mailed prior to class.
Register by contacting the
regional office: 920-991-0548 or
Circuit 2.0 is a new program to connect all
clergy and laity interested in circuit ministry.
The first gathering for this program will be Saturday, October 18
10:00am—3:00pm
Waupaca First UMC
Lisa Srenaski & Inez Gulbrandson will attend
& YOU are welcome to join them. Contact
Lisa at 264-5365 if you are interested.
St. Paul’s prepares and serves dinner to those in need at N.E.W. Community Shelter (301 Mather St.) on the 1st Friday of every month.
Would YOU like to serve? The shopping is done and the menu is provided. It’s an easy job that makes a big difference in the lives of those in our community.
If you would like more info or would like to sign up to help, contact Jean Hessil at 499-1656.
Opportunities to...
get involved
Are you looking for an easy way to participate in the life of YOUR church?
We are always looking for Sunday morning volunteers to serve as greeters, ushers, Communion servers, sound system techs, projectionists, nursery helpers, coffee fellowship hosts…. There are lots of ways for YOU to help ~ just contact the following coordinators for more info or to sign up!
Greeters: Susan Regnier, 499-8897 Ushers: Paul Anderson, 822-1642
Liturgists: Inez Gulbrandson, 468-9869 Communion Server: Church Office, 494-4549 Projectionists: Church Office, 494-4549 Sound Techs: Kris Engebretson, 497-7005 Nursery Helpers: Jennifer Grell, 884-2612 Coffee Fellowship: Anita Kivisto, 494-1863
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Last year the EPH Board & Salvation Army
approved expanding the scope of our
transitional housing program to include
long-term supportive housing. The
“supportive” refers to the case management
we provide in addition to the housing support.
This expanded scope provides opportunities to
help more homeless families currently on our
waiting list.
On target with our 20/20 vision, EPH has
leased its first apartment for the Long-Term
Supportive Housing Program. On Aug. 15,
The Salvation Army placed our first family in
the program. The mother & her 4 children have
been separated from the father for 3 years.
Within the last year, the family has been liv-
ing with friends and family and unfortunately,
they haven't been able to live in the same
home together. Now, all living under one roof,
the family is happy. The 3 oldest are enrolled
in school & the youngest is in Head
Start. Mom is a hard worker &
looking for employment that will
provide a more sustainable income.
During an Advent class last year, a number of people were looking for a next step to pursue giving more of ourselves. In reading the book “Christmas Jar” by Jason Wright, which is available in our church library, the “Treasure Jar” project began.
We all have loose change—in our pockets, purses, and floor of the car. Now you will have a chance to use that change to help others in need. No need to write a big check ~ just collect your loose change.
Treasure Jars will be available in the narthex on October 12. When your jar is full, bring it back to church and it will be shared anonymously with someone in need.
ALL jars must be returned
by December 7.
Sunday Volunteers...
There are many opportunities for YOU to say, “YES!” and fill in some of the blanks—this month
and in the months to come! Contact the church office: 494-4549 or [email protected].
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8:00 9:00 10:15
Liturgist Brian Foxworthy Mike Dugan
Ushers Ken Paitel, Linda Kurtz Dan Gage, John Dunlap
Ken & Zona Graetz Darren & Lisa VanEss
Greeters Lee & Vicky Harmon Grace Petty, Connie Shaw
Sound/Projection ___________, ___________ ___________, ___________
Coffee Fellowship Anita Kivisto
October 5
8:00 9:00 10:15
Liturgist Mary Blair Inez Gulbrandson
Ushers Paul Anderson, Dontay Johnson Jim Sorenson, John Wilson
Kari Alvey, Darren/Lisa VanEss Connie Shaw, Jacque Steeno
Greeters Hans & Susan Regnier Bill & Kathy Gaffney
Sound/Projection Kris Engebretson Kris Engebretson
Coffee Fellowship James & Erica Hansen
October 12
8:00 9:00 10:15
Liturgist Paul Blair Carol Lahey
Ushers Ken Paitel, Christy Faymonville Dan Gage, John Dunlap
Ken & Zona Graetz Chad & Dawn Smith
Greeters ___________, ___________ John & Lori Larson
Sound/Projection ___________, ___________ ___________, ___________
Coffee Fellowship Lyn Rotter
October 19
8:00 9:00 10:15
Liturgist Lynn Clark Lisa Van Ess
Ushers Jim Sorenson, Betty Rogers Merle Cwiak, Connie Shaw
Tom & Wanda Matuszewski Dave & Jesse Atkins
Greeters Jack & Shirley Byler John & Liz Wilson
Sound/Projection Kris Engebretson Kris Engebretson
Coffee Fellowship Ruth Ann & Howard Ott
October 26
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Reflections...
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
Pipe Organ update
Questions and Answers
In July, our finance committee met and voted to re-initiate the pipe organ committee to work on a move ahead
plan to repair our pipe organ. Monies given over the last 7 years to the pipe organ fund had increased that fund
to 58% percent of the anticipated cost of the basic repairs. Additionally, during the capital fund initiative, some
givers indicated that they wanted to contribute to the pipe organ if the repairs were going to move ahead in the
near future. The finance committee voted unanimously to ask the pipe organ committee to update the bid, seek
additional donations over the next months for full payment or alternatively, internal or external financing will
be arranged. We are pleased that to date, we have received gifts and pledges that now put us at 74% of the
needed funds!
Weren't some repairs already done to the pipe organ? Yes. In 2007 our pipe organ committee had an evaluation done of our pipe organ, gathered the history of our
instrument, and received bids from three different companies for the needed repairs. Phase 1, the replacement
of blowers, was necessary to do immediately. Money was raised to cover phase 1 and to establish a fund in
preparation for the remainder of the work needed. The Salzman pipe organ company was hired, performed the
work and has continued our regular maintenance. In addition a memorial gift was received to add a
Zimbelstern, which Salzman also installed.
So what needs to be done now? Basically the insides of the console of the organ need to be removed and
replaced. It is anticipated that we will be without the instrument for approximately 6 to 8 weeks; likely early in
2015. Much more detailed information about the project is provided in the complete bid found in the narthex.
How much will it cost? The updated bid has a cost of 54,675.26 for the basic work. This does not include the
cost of the licensed electrician. The bid also includes other “desired but optional at this time” work totaling
approximately $10,000.
How can I help make this happen? If you would like to make a pledge or donation to this project please fill
out a pipe organ gift card found in the narthex or speak with John Gilman, Rob Stevens or Rev Diane. Gifts
can also be made in honor or memory of a loved one and will be honored in that way as appropriate.
How can I find out more information? The detailed bid and the history of our instrument can be found in the
narthex. Other informational opportunities will be announced as the work moves ahead. Also, our pipe organ
committee co-chairs are happy to answer any questions. We are also making plans for musical celebrations
when the work is completed!
Our congregation is privileged to have such a fine instrument for leading worship. We are excited about a
console rebuild that will provide for many years to come!
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