2017 6. june newsletter final
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JUNE 2017 . Volume 52 . Issue 6 1
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G A T H E R in Blessings * G R O W in Purpose * G O with Passion
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
PG:1: MAILING COVER/ INSIDE THIS ISSUE
PG 2: BLESSINGS OF A CONGREGATIONAL LIFE
PG 3: PASTOR KEMP’S PAGE
PG 4: FAITH FORMATION (Finding our way5)
PG 5: FAITH FORMATION (...Forming our faith)
PG 6: SOCIAL CONCERNS
PG 7: SAVE THE DATE / UPCOMINGS
PG 8: GSLC MINISTRIES / OFFICIAL ACTS
PG 9: BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES
PG 10: PARISH NURSES / STAFF INFO
PG 11 WEEKLY WORSHIP ASSISTANTS
PG 12: JUNE CALENDAR
PG 13: KARTIKA’S PAGE
PG 14: CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES
PG 15: TREASURER’S PAGE
PG 16: STEWARDSHIP MINUTE
S U M M E R W O R S H I P C H E D U L E
Sundays * 9:00 am (1 Service Only)
FELLOWSHIP HOUR TO FOLLOW
(approximately 10:15 am)
Wednesdays * 5:30 pm * Starting 6-7-17
June�24-25!�
GUESS�WHO’S�COMING?�
JUNE 2017 2
SPRING�CLEAN-UP�
“BLESSINGS OF A CONGREGATIONAL LIFE”
GSLC�STAFF�RED�NOSE�STAFF�ADVANCE�DAY�
AFFIRMATION�OF�BAPTISM:�CONFIRMATION�CLASS�OF�2017�
JUNE 2017 PASTOR KEMP’S PAGE 3
Possibility. It’s not the same as reality. But without belief
in the possibility, your reality is going to be severely
curtailed. I took guitar lessons when I was a kid. I guess I
had some talent and skills at the time. I just wasn’t
particularly motivated or interested, so what I learned over
that year or so just didn’t really “stick.” Fast forward to
about 20 years ago and things dramatically changed. I
realized that if I wanted to do the kind of music in church
that excited me most, I was going to have to learn to play
an instrument through which I could also lead worship.
So, out came my guitar again. I was motivated. The possibility of leading more non-traditional
music would become a reality as I taught myself to play by learning songs I wanted to play rather
than just learning chords and notes. I’m not saying it’s the best way, nor has it been easy, but it
was easier for me because I found a possibility that motivated me to create a reality. Still, if I’m
honest 5 I love easy. What about you? But things that are easy don’t always capture our
imaginations as to what might be possible if we work a little harder and persevere through
struggles for a bit. Frankly, this is the journey between possibility and reality.
We must avoid the temptation to begin with an analysis of what's easy, or what might happen, or
even what will happen. Yet, that temptation is strong, particularly in churches. We have that down
pat. We seem to analyze things to death. Who taught us that we must always agree on things?
Unless, of course, it’s something that doesn’t really matter. Case in point, I’ve seen arguments
about whether to use Maxwell House or Equal Exchange coffee, or whether the carpet should be
red or blue literally tear churches apart. But these same churches rarely (if ever) argue about what
would be possible if their mission was adequately funded 5 or the potential impact they could
have in their community if they actually pursued something instead of talking about it. Why?
Because the former is much easier to argue about, and we seem to be able to live with the
outcomes regardless of whether they are noteworthy or livable 5 or not. Which is why it’s
essential to figure out what we really care about 5 together, and that requires exploring
possibilities. We can only do our work justice by examining what's possible, and then deciding if
we care enough to pursue it.
What’s possible? Apparently, the “easy things” were on people’s minds even prior to 62AD. In the
New Testament book of Philippians, Paul coaches, “Finally, beloved, whatever is true,
whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is
commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think
about THESE things” (Phil 4:8-9).
Nothing easy there. But Paul also shared the secret he had learned a few verses later,
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me” (Phil 4:13).
And these are the possibilities that become reality for the world through people empowered by the
Spirit.
Do we care enough to pursue them?
JUNE 2017 4 Finding our way...
Finding our way...
THANK�YOU�FAITH�FORMATION�TEAM!!�
It’s hard to believe the school year is coming to a close already! With that, the end of our CO and SS
seasons as well. Good Shepherd has been blessed with excellent Faith Formation leaders,
please thank the following people when you next see them:
Cradle Roll leader: Karen Maier
Sunday School Superintendent (and Puppet Coach): Jen Walters
Sunday School Teachers/Helpers extraordinaire: Jen Samperisi, Jackie Sturzenegger, Andy Walters
Confirmation Guides: Tim Holcomb, MJ Horvat, Marie Teige, Jovid Schuette, Trish Maier
Adult Forum/Bible Study Leaders: Judy Rose, Kris Kamrath
Also thanks to those folks who stepped in, subbed, helped out and/or otherwise assisted!
Working together is part of what makes our healthy family of faith!
We all have God-given gifts and talents, there is most certainly a place for you to share yours!
Please prayerfully consider where you can join in and share!!
This fall there will be new Sunday School opportunities for all ages!
Watch for the College Student Care Ministry Team—
please share with the office names and addresses of any and all students attending college this fall.
Summer�Puppet�Workshop����������������������������������
a chance to learn a new skill and
have a blast at the same time!
Mark your calendar for
Saturday, August 12th
Delightful ministry for folks of all ages,
come be part of the fun!
June�Sunday�Funday!�
Join your family of faith after 9:00am worship on the second Sunday of each summer month. In June we’ll picnic and walk the river trail together. Bring your picnic lunch and walking shoes (and pray for a beautiful day!) January: mat making / burning of the greens
February: table games
March: Ukranian egg decorating
April: Annual Easter EGGstravaganza!
May: celebrating Mother’s Day
Please sign up on the kiosk,
so plans can be arranged.
Watch/listen for information regarding the next Good Shepherd Servant Event!
JUNE 2017 5 ...forming our faith
SOCIAL CONCERNS
& CHRISTIAN OUTREACH
Thank You
ELCA Benevolence: APRIL: $1,550.00
JUNE 2017 6
Thank you to everyone who
helped with our quarterly
COMMUNITY DINNER @
First Presbyterian Church
(Cindy Heiting: 715-470-0252)
A special thank you to Jim &Fran Carmichael and Theresa Bootz for preparing the meat this meal
and many others.
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who�helped�by�donating,����������who�helped�by�donating,����������who�helped�by�donating,����������who�helped�by�donating,����������
volunteering�time���������������������������volunteering�time���������������������������volunteering�time���������������������������volunteering�time���������������������������
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Contact�Barb�������������������
715-498-4245�
2017 Disbursement of 2016 Women’s Funds (Tue, May 16, 2017)
$3,423.00 Beginning Balance
- $250.00 Quilters Supplies
- $250.00 Confirmation Crossways Camp Weekend Blast - $250.00 Women’s Community
- $500.00 Damgaard Room / Soundproofing / Communion Ware
- $200.00 Prayer Bead Ministry - $1,000.00 Mortgage/ Office Equipment contribution - $250.00 Warming Center - $250.00 Faith in Action
- $250.00 N A O M I - $150.00 Food Packing Seed Money
- $73.00 Remaining Balance
JUNE EFFORT: The Women’s Community
BUTTERFLY EFFECT CHALLENGE
The Women’s Community has started a new campaign to help raise awareness to the seriousness of men and women in crisis due to domestic violence and human trafficking. This year we are most excited about our own campaign because there has been a local matching
fund donor, which means that all funds we raise in June will be doubled! Be on the watch out for fun ways each week here at GSLC that we will be sharing information
and fun projects that will help raise funds and knowledge about these dangerous problems right here in Marathon County.
JUNE 2017 Volume 52, Issue 5
JUNE 2017 7
:
Friday June 9: 5 pm
June’s Movie will focus on the family. The movie is yet to be announced but plan on having much fun!! There will be special snacks, games and face painting. We will have a free will offering to go towards the Women’s Community.
Activities: 5:00 pm
Movie: 7:00 pm
www.co.wood.wi.us/departments/parks/northpark.aspx
(or just Google North Wood County Park).
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! July 7-9, 2017
Church�Family�Camping�
We had so much fun camping with our church family last summer, we’re going to do it again! We will be camping at North Wood County Park, south of Marshfield, the weekend of July 7-9. Please make your reservation soon to secure sites near the group. You can see details of the park and make your reservation at: www.co.wood.wi.us/departments/parks/northpark.aspx (or just Google North Wood County Park).
The tent sites to choose from, in this order, are 98, 97, 95 (lakefront) or 99 (wooded). Electric sites (tent or camper) are 78, 76, 74, 72 (lakefront) or 81, 79, 77 (across road). We will plan some meals together and have devotional time and a simple worship on Sunday morning.
Young couples, experienced couples, families, singles are all welcome to join in the fun! Call Tim Holcomb with any questions (715-212-3633) and to let me know what site you have booked. If you want to go but need some camping gear, please let me know; we can probably help you out.
GOOD SHEPHERD IS VERY EXCITED
TO SHARE THAT
PEDER EIDE WILL BE HOLDING AN
ACCOUSTIC CONCERT HERE AT GSLC
SATURDAY, JUNE 24
AND LEADING WORSHIP ON
SUNDAY, JUNE 25 AT 9 AM.
The program is
brand new, family friendly and titled
“ W I T H “
June�24-25!�
GUESS�WHO’S�COMING?�
JUNE 2017 8
Corks n covers
Mon, June 19 * 7:00 pm
At the
Home of
Kris Kamrath
1324 Sumner St
Wausau, WI 54403
Corks 'n Covers will
discuss
The Nest
by
Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeny
RSVP PLEASE
To: Kris Kamrath
(715)573-3223
New readers
ALWAYS WELCOME
Official ActS
FUNERALS:
Phyllis Josiger
5-4-2017
Donald Mattice
5-18-2017
Faith Formation cont...
LUNCH N LESSONS:
Tuesdays at noon * Bring your lunch
Journey through Year A Bible texts week
by week. This group reviews the week’s
scripture and shares perspectives.
Bring your lunch and voice.
All are welcome. Please RSVP so that we
can have ample handouts.
ADULT FAITH FORUM
Thank you to everyone who attended or
helped facilitate the weekly Adult Forum
held between services. Discussions will
resume in the fall.
Riverview Neighborhood Association
2017 Monthly Meetings 3rd Thursday of the Month
June 15 * 6:30-7:30 pm Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
For more info Www.WausauDistrict6.com
Annual�Spring���
PLANT�SALE�
Thank�you�to�everyone�
who�donated�plants�or�
baked�goods,�especially�
Jackie�Sturzenegger�and�the�Social�
Concerns�Committee.�
A�very�special�thank�you�to�the�
Tom�Domka�Family�for�donating�
the�robust�tomato�plants�and��������������
various�other�plants.��
There�are�still�some�tomato�plants�
left�for�purchase.�We�have��������
currently�raised�approximately�
$800�which�will�be�divided�������
between�our�operating�expenses�
and�the�women's�Community.�
LET’S GET OUT TO THE BALL GAME!
Games are held out at
Sunnyvale Park on Sundays.
See Greg Behrendt for schedule
715-842-9358.
JUNE 2017 BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES 9
J U N E Birthdays
J U N E Anniversaries
1 Mason Blank 2 Howard Drebenstedt 3 Danielle DeLange 4 Loren Beyersdorff Jack Graveen Jamie Schoessow 5 Cara Clemens 6 Duane Doering Meghan Brodhead Ross Klatt Jaden Malzahn 7 Tracy Bednarski Jamie Dittmar Carol Easter Harold Eisenman Brett Falkowski Kathryn Londerville 8 Nicholas Boulanger Ryan Schmieder 9 Carol Carmichael Morgan Cummings 10 Ashlee Birkholz Jim Carmichael Taylor Murkowski Amanda St. Amand Jane Ziebell 11 Sophie Becker Arlene Henke Sarah Johnson Kip Luebke 12 Anne Buntrock Jane Cloutier
12 Sawyer Grubb Ronald Leptien Danica Sturzenegger 13 Addilynn Ikert Ashley Kreger Tricia Maier Eva Pohjola 14 Nicole Graveen 15 Reid Bodenheimer Fran Carmichael Debra Clemens LeRoy Gorski Tyler Jonas Richard Vance 16 Blake Igl Steven Martell 17 Jenna Blado Ashley Rayburn Paulette Tessmer 18 Karissa St.Amand 19 Barbara Krautkramer Katherine Krueger 20 Dawn Thorwaldson Darrell Worden 21 Tim Weckwerth 22 Deborah Anderson Sara Edwardson Makayla Malzahn Oliver Merkey Malibu Springer Taylor Fenhaus Jonathon Fremming
23 Clarice Kohnhorst Jessica Pergolski Allan Teige 24 Riley Jones Timothy Worden 25 Karrieann Bargender Megan Bresnahan Taylor Graveen Tari Howard Danielle Krueger Mark Selby 26 Emree Quesinberry Arlyn Westberg 27 Wendy Baseman Karen Bliese Caden Guldan Maddy Zastrow 28 Samantha Bartelt Gina Leih Adam Pleuss Nick Turinetti Dawson Stapleton 29 Amanda Baumann Timothy Becker Terri Covelli Macie Quesinberry 30 Fox Klein Matt Carmichael Jim Nick Emersyn Reich
3 Brent & Melissa Kriewaldt 6 Mark & Pam Hildebrandt 9 Ken & Sheree Schnoor 10 Jason & Stephanie Teske 12 Alex & Ashley Kreger Chris & Julie Rayburn Greg & Janelle Turinetti 13 Charles & Amber Emerson 14 Jesse & Kathryn Londerville 17 Dustin & Becky Chapman 17 Duane & Elisha Doering 18 Paul & Pam Daigle Rod & Martha Flanders Larry & Jean Korpela
19 Richard & Kathy Martens 20 Carley & Jenna Blado Paul & Sara Boettcher John & Stacey Morache 21 Brian & Amy Merkey Earl & Juliann Taylor 22 Andrew & Shawna Fromfeld Paul & JoAnn Grewe Michael & Paula Hill Ross & Michelle Klatt Theran & Karen Rusch Ken & Yvonne Sitko 23 Doug & Debbie Knight Richard & Loni Korpita
24 Bryan & Michelle Schueller 25 Rick & Debra Clemens 26 Brian & Barbra Denfeld Thomas & Susan Domka 27 Thad & Angie Jones Charles & Marjorie Schwede 27 Adam & Morgan Gohl-Post 29 Preston & Nancy Bastian Mark & Mindy Haase Dean & Bonnie Krubsack Rand & Nancy Bergstrom Krueger Dan & Diana LaCerte
From your Parish Nurses J U N E
JUNE 2017 PARISH NURSE’S PAGE 10
930 EDGEWOOD RD
WAUSAU, WI 54403
(715) 675.1997
www.gswausau.org
WORSHIP HOURS
Sundays * 9:00 am
Wednesdays * 5:30 pm
OFFICE HOURS
Weekdays: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
PARISH NURSE HRS
Wednesdays: 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
STAFF
Rev. Kemp Jones
Senior Pastor
Office: 715.675.1997 ext: 306
C: 920.410.9210
H: 715.393.4031
Kartika Putri
Minister of Worship and Music
Office: 715.675.1997 ext: 303
C: 319-230-0250
Merri Miles-Kroening
Minister of Faith Formation
Office: 715.675.1997 ext: 304
715-551-9030
Angie Huckbody
Parish Administrator
Office: 715.675.1997 ext: 301
C:715-574-6321
Bonnie Krubsack
Parish Financial Secretary
Office: 715.675.1997 ext: 302
Barb Denfeld
Mary Omernik
Parish Nurses
Kathy Parman
Treasurer
715-571-5963
PARISH NURSE HOURS PARISH NURSE HOURS PARISH NURSE HOURS PARISH NURSE HOURS
Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 pm
Take advantage of scheduled Parish Nurse hours. Barb Denfeld is set up in the front office . She is welcoming walk-ins as well as receiving phone calls or responses to email requests.
Summer is here and that means lots of great fresh foods become available. Fruits and
vegetables are healthier than ea$ng snacks and foods that are poor in nutrients. This ar$cle is
wri(en to encourage you to eat more fruits and vegetables and to consider reducing your risk
of exposure to pes$cides. The EWG (Environment Working Group) provides a shopping guide
to help consumers make choices that reduce exposure to pes$cides. The EWG is a non-profit
non-par$san organiza$on dedicated to protec$ng human health and the environment.
Pes$cides are made to kill living organisms such as insects and fungi. EWG states, “As
acknowledged by U.S. and interna$onal government agencies, different pes$cides have been
linked to a variety of health problems, including: brain and nervous system toxicity, cancer,
hormone disrup$on, skin and lung irrita$on.” EWB also acknowledges, “Benefits of a diet rich
in fruits and vegetables
outweigh the risks of pes$cide
exposure. Ea$ng conven$onally
grown produce is far be(er than
skipping fruits and vegetables. A diet
full of fruits and vegetables is
nutrient dense. And with the
EWG’s Shopper’s Guide, consumers
don’t have to choose between
pes$cides and healthy diets.” They recommend it is be(er to eat organic produce for foods on
the dirty dozen list and eat foods from the clean fi7een. The dirty dozen include: strawberries,
spinach, nectarines, apples, peaches, pears, cherries, grapes, celery, tomatoes, sweet bell
peppers, potatoes, hot peppers. The clean fi7een include: sweet corn, avocados, pineapples,
cabbage, onions, sweet peas frozen, papayas, asparagus, mangos, eggplant, honeydew, kiwi,
cantaloupe, cauliflower, and grapefruit. The list also notes, “A small amount of sweet corn,
papaya and summer squash sold in the U.S. is produced from gene$cally modified seeds.
Buy organic varie$es of these crops if you want to avoid gene$cally modified produce.”
I will have the Clean Fi7een and Dirty Dozen shopping lists available on the shelves in the
hallway. I will also have available one copy of Frequently Asked Ques$ons About Produce and
Pes$cides if anyone is interested in reading this.
JUNE 2017 WEEKLY WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 11
J U N E 2017 WEEKLY WORSHIP ASSISTANTS
6-4-17 6-11-17 6-18-17 6-25-17
9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
ACOLYTE
ALTAR
GUILD MONTH OF JUNE: MONTH OF JUNE: TBD - KRIS HOLCOMB
ASSISTING
MINISTER
JUDIE
URBANEK
TIM
HOLCOMB
MERRI
MILES-KROENING
NORMA
FREEDOM
BAKE
TEAM
TEAM
7
TEAM
8
TEAM
9
TEAM
10
BREAD
BAKING
LAURIE
MILES-KROENING INTINCTION
LAURIE
MILES-KROENING INTINCTION
COFFEE
HOUR
RUTH
HENKELMAN
MARY JO
HILDENSPERGER
KAREN
MAIER
BARB
DENFELD
COMMUNION
ASST: (1)
HENRY
PLEUSS INTINCTION
RUTH
HENKELMAN INTINCTION
COMMUNION
ASST: (2)
BONNIE
ANDERSON INTINCTION
TIM
HOLCOMB INTINCTION
COUNTING
TEAM MONTH OF JUNE: TEAM 3 - PAT ANDERSON / ALICE DUGINSKE / MARY ANN HOWARD
GREETER
(1)
JENN
TRYBA
JOANNE
BAEHMAN
RHONDA
HALLAM
JEAN
KORPELA
GREETER
(2)
SYLVIA
HERZOG
KAMRATH
FAMILY
KAY
LOGEMANN
KAREN
MAIER
BENEDICTINE
VISITOR MARY ANN HOWARD
READER NORMA
FREEDOM
JAY
KAMRATH
JARRET
MILES-KROENING
KRIS
KAMRATH
USHERS TEAM
1 / 7
TEAM
2 / 8
TEAM
3 / 9
TEAM
4 / 10
JUNE 2017 MAY CALENDAR 12
J U N E 2017
S U M M E R W O R S H I P C H E D U L E
Sundays * 9:00 am (1 Service Only)
FELLOWSHIP HOUR TO FOLLOW
(approximately 10:15 am)
Wednesdays * 5:30 pm
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
28 9:00 AM Worship
29 OFFICE CLOSED 7:00 PM AA Meeting
30 12:00 PM Lunch n Lessons
31 9:00 AM Women's AA 4:00 PM Parish Nurse Hrs
1 2 3
4 9:00 AM Worship
5 Wedding: Tracey Matthaie & Richard Andreshak 1:30 PM Friends & Books Bookclub 7:00 PM AA Meeting
6 12:00 PM Lunch n Lessons
7 9:00 AM Women's AA 4:00 PM Parish Nurse Hrs 5:30 PM Midweek Worship 6:00 PM Pick-Up Choir Practice: Youth
8 9 5:00 PM Family Fun 7:00 PM Movie Night
10
11 9:00 AM Baptism: Porter Luebke 9:00 AM Worship w/ Youth Choir
12 7:00 PM AA Meeting
13 12:00 PM Lunch n Lessons 6:30 PM Church Council Meeting
14 9:00 AM Women's AA 4:00 PM Parish Nurse Hours 5:30 PM Midweek Worship 6:00 PM Pick-Up Choir Practice: Ukulele
15 Newsletter Submission Deadline 6:30 PM Riverview Neighborhood Assc.
16 17
18 9:00 AM Worship w/ Ukulele
19 2:00 PM Riverview Terrace Visit 7:00 PM AA Meeting 7:00 PM Corks 'n Covers
20 12:00 PM Lunch n Lessons
21 9:00 AM Women's AA 4:00 PM Parish Nurse Hours 5:30 PM Midweek Worship
22 23 24 Peder Eide Concert
25 Worship with Peder Eide 9:00 AM Worship
26 7:00 PM AA Meeting
27 12:00 PM Lunch n Lessons
28 9:00 AM Women's AA 4:00 PM Parish Nurse Hours 5:30 PM Midweek Worship
29 9:00 AM Newsletter Assembly
30 1
JUNE 2017 KARTIKA’S PAGE 13
Coming�up�in�our�Lectionary�text�in�June...�
�The�first�Sunday�in�June�is�the�day�of�Pentecost!�This�festival�derives�its�name�from�the�Jewish�
festival�of�Pentecost,�observed�fifty�days�after�Passover.�On�the�fiftieth�day�of�Easter�we����������
celebrate�the�Holy�Spirit�as�the�power�of�God�among�us�that�heals,�forgives,�inspires,�and�
unites.�In�the�reading�from�Acts,�images�of�wind�and�fire�describe�the�Spirit�poured�out�on��
disciples�of�all�nations.�In�John’s�gospel�the�risen�Christ�breathes�the�Spirit�on�his�followers�on�
Easter�evening.�In�the�one�Spirit�we�are�baptized�into�one�body,�and�at�the�Lord’s�table�the�
Spirit�unites�us�for�witness�in�the�world.�
�On�June�11,�we�celebrate�Trinity�Sunday.�Although�the�word�trinity�is�not�found�in�the����������scriptures,�today’s�second�reading�includes�the�apostolic�greeting�that�begins�the�liturgy:�The�
grace�of�our�Lord�Jesus�Christ,�the�love�of�God,�and�the�communion�of�the�Holy�Spirit�be�with�
you�all�(remember�this�greeting�we�do�every�Sunday�after�the�confession�and�forgiveness?).�In�
the�gospel,�Jesus�sends�his�disciples�forth�to�baptize�in�the�name�of�the�Father,�and�the�Son,�
and�the�Holy�Spirit.�More�than�a�doctrine,�the�Trinity�expresses�the�heart�of�our�faith:�we�have�
experienced�the�God�of�creation�made�known�in�Jesus�Christ�and�with�us�always�through�the�
Holy�Spirit.�We�celebrate�the�mystery�of�the�Holy�Trinity�in�word�and�sacrament,�as�we�profess�
the�creed,�and�as�we�are�sent�into�the�world�to�bear�witness�to�our�faith.�
�In�the�reading�for�June�18,�Moses�tells�the�Israelites�that�they�are�called�to�be�a�priestly���������
kingdom�and�a�holy�people.�Jesus�sends�out�the�disciples�as�laborers�into�the�harvest.�In����������
baptism�we�too�are�anointed�for�ministry,�sharing�God’s�compassion�with�our�needy�world.�
From�the�Lord’s�table,�we�go�forth�to�proclaim�the�good�news,�to�heal�the�sick,�and�to�share�our�
bread�with�the�hungry.�
�The�text�for�June�25�tells�of�Jeremiah’s�frustration�of�having�his�words�rejected.�Jesus�declares�
that�his�words�may�not�bring�peace,�but�division.�In�baptism�we�are�buried�with�Christ�that�we�
may�walk�in�newness�of�life.�As�we�take�stands�for�the�sake�of�justice�and�lose�our�lives�for�
the�sake�of�others,�we�need�not�be�afraid.�The�hairs�of�our�head�are�counted.�In�baptism�we�
are�marked�with�the�cross�of�Christ�forever.�
SUMMER�WORSHIP�SCHEDULE��
SUNDAY�MORNING�at�9:00�AM�
WEDNESDAY�at�5:30�PM��
PICK-UP�CHOIRS�
Throughout�the�summer,�we�will�have�“pick
-up”�choirs,�which�will�vary�from�week�to�
week.�We�will�rehearse�the�Wednesday�
before�at�~6:15�pm�+�Sunday�morning.��
Tentative�plan:��
1st�week�of�the�month:�Adult�choir�
2nd�week:�Children�/�youth�choir�
3rd�week:�Ukulele�Choir�
4th�week:�Other�instruments�
ALL�SUNDAYS:�if�you�are�interested�in��
playing�an�instrument,�singing�a�solo�or��
duet,�or�enhancing�our�worship�in�any�way�
through�music,�please�let�Kartika�know�and�
we�WILL�work�things�out!�
All�rehearsals�are�open�to�all,�even�if�you�
only�wish�to�observe.�Details�to�follow;�be�
thinking�about�which�group(s)�you’d�like�to�
participate�in,�try�out,�or�simply�observe!�
RIVERVIEW�TERRACE�SINGRIVERVIEW�TERRACE�SINGRIVERVIEW�TERRACE�SINGRIVERVIEW�TERRACE�SING----ALONGALONGALONGALONG����
Join�us�in�spreading�the�joy�of�music��
making�and�bringing�our�music�ministry�
outside�of�the�church�walls!�Next�visit:�
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Wisconsin�Synod�Assembly�Planning�Committee.�It�was�a�great�learning�experience�for�
me�in�the�way�that�I�perceive�worship�and�possibilities�for�worship�expression�and�aid.��
Remember�the�giant�tree�that�our�church�family�built�together�in�Lent?�That�tree,�along�
with�a�25’�x�25’�floor�world�map,�was�used�as�the�focal�point�of�a�worship�service�
called�For�the�Healing�of�the�Nations.��
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Sunday�School�students,�children's�choir�members,�and�confirmands�helped�create�
various�displays�to�use�at�the�Reformation�fair�at�the�Assembly.�Our�ukulele�choir�
made�a�video�that�was�featured�as�an�example�of�building�bridges�between�the���
differences�that�divide�(age�group,�musical�background,�personalities,�learning�styles,�
etc.)�
Our�very�own�Cari�Logemann�and�Angie�Huckbody,�as�well�as�yours�truly,�had�the��
opportunity�to�lead�worship�using�the�various�instruments�that�we�play.��
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I�thank�God�for�our�VITAL�church.�Every�time�I�saw�the�tree�at�the�main�hall�of�the�KI�
Center,�I�thought�of�the�many�ways�I�have�witnessed�members�of�Good�Shepherd��
being�Christ’s�branches�as�we�share�our�talents�and�gifts�in�worship�that�makes�our�
experience�meaningful;�as�we�make�visitors�feel�welcomed�in�our�building�and�worship�
space;�as�we�bring�smiles�to�those�receiving�cards�from�our�card�ministry,�warmth�and�
comfort�to�those�receiving�quilts�and�plarn�mats�from�our�church,�and�joy�to�the����
residents�at�Riverview�Terrace�when�we�do�our�sing-along�visits;�as�Pastor�Kemp���
offers�pastoral�help�to�those�in�need,�...�—�the�list�can�go�on�forever.�This�reminds�me�
over�and�over�again�that�our�worship�never�ends�in�the�sanctuary,������������������������������������
JUNE 2017 CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES 14
CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING: April 11, 2017
Call to Order- Tim L 6:32 pm
Present: Tim L., Janelle, Stu, Nate, Jane, Pastor Kemp, Mike, Paul, Becky, Dorie and Sharon.
Absent: Malana, Tim M.
Gathering Litany – Pastor Kemp
God’s Word
Devotional time – Janelle
Sharing how you have seen God at work lately – ALL
Review
Agenda review - Jane/Dorie PASSED
Minutes review - Stu/Paul PASSED
Treasurer/Financial Report Summary – Becky/Paul PASSED
Kathy Parman presented update and discussion followed
* Continue to have decreased checkbook balance
*Possibly open line of credit as we had prior
*Possibly close Mission Investment CD ($5022) to use for work of the church
*Possibly “borrow” from building fund as temporary fix
ACTION: Plan to look into $20,000 line of credit. Becky/Stu PASSED
Our Response to the Word (New business/open items)
*Council Covenant- amended covenant (passed last meeting) signed.
* Stewardship update
1) Janelle continuing to work on PowerPpoint presentation
2) “Stewardship Minute” in bulletin being updated/ council rep also highlighting it
during announcement time/newsletter highlight “stewardship in action currently”
3) Council members committing to increase their individual giving by at least 10%
4) Jill (stewardship consultant): keep God’s generosity at the forefront,
“living abundantly”, “feeling gifted” and sharing the gifts “living generously”
5) Pastor Kemp posed question how do you know when you are giving generously?”
ACTION: Regular updates by council members during announcement time; sharing active
stewardship happening at GSC; Jill to present via Skype at next council meeting
*Update on Kartika Visa
Continuing to work with attorney to complete necessary paperwork/tasks
*Discussion Regarding 2017 priorities for Council
Committee structure/efficiency/effectiveness
Church Council “retreat/social” meeting ( Becky agreed to plan )
Prayers of the Church/Lord’s Prayers
Sending (motion to adjourn ) Becky/Mike PASSED
Adjournment 8:15 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon Semling , GSLC Secretary
JUNE 2017 TREASURER’S PAGE 15
Treasurer’s Report – April 2017
April Contributions deposited into our bank account were $32,935. Of this, $24,169 went to general operations, $2,200 went to the
building fund, $3,400 was donated toward WOC Visa expenses and $1,497 was collected for the Youth Mission Trip. We received
$655 in memorial contributions.
April had 2 pay periods. We paid Land Art for our remaining snow/ice removal which fortunately for February and March was less
than expected, $1,450. Benevolence for April was recorded and will be paid in May. Although not as significantly as in March, the
general fund balance continues to decrease.
We began April with $47,296 in our checking account and ended with $53,164. Our investment fund balances changed by a $10
contribution.
Building Fund paid out the mortgage in April. Receipts included a Lenten Soup Supper by the Property Committee.
Work of the Church Fund ends April at $19,229 of which $4,550 is reserved for VISA legal expenses, $489 is reserved for Community
Dinners and $1,911 is reserved for the Youth Mission Trip.
Summary
Cash Availability
4/30/17 3/31/17 Change 2/28/27 1/31/217
This Month Last Month
Checking Account Balance $53,164 $47,296 $5,868 $62,039 $73,214
Mission Investment CD Fund $5,022 $5,022 $- $5,022 $5,022
Endowment Investment Fund $46,147 $46,147 $- $46,147 $46,147
Total Assets $104,333 $98,465 $5,868 $113,208 $124,383
Liabilities
Total Liabilities $3,016 $544 $2,472 $5,416 $2,053
Building Fund Restricted $23,298 $23,220 $78 $23,231 $24,412
Work of the Church Restricted $19,229 $14,762 $4,467 $16,999 $15,009
Women of GS Restricted $3,423 $3,263 $160 $3,418 $3,238
Endowment Fund Restricted $46,157 $46,147 $10 $46,147 $46,147
$92,107 $87,392 $4,715 $89,795 $88,806
Unrestricted Cash Balance $9,210 $10,529 $(1,319) $17,997 $33,524
STEWARDSHIP�MINUTE... Considering our blessings and the importance of our ministry
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For the first four months of the year we took in 89,779$ for the general fund and
9175$ for the building fund. These are the funds available to us to pay the
standard bills of the church such as mortgage, salaries, heat, computers,
plowing, benevolence etc. Other restricted income and donations bring our total
income for the first 4 months to 108,152. For the first 4 months of this year our
total expenses have been 139,458$ which has lowered the unrestricted balance
by 31,000$. We had a small reserve from the previous year that has keep us ok
for now, but it is clear current donations have not kept up with the vibrant work
and ministry we provide. Church administration, council, finance, and
stewardship committee are all working hard to bring this to the congregation’s
attention, discuss stewardship and gain support for our ministry to each other.
We ask that all consider all the blessings God has given them, and the
importance of our ministry, and see if we can each do a little more to keep us
vibrant.
In God's generous Love, GSLC Finance Committee
JUNE 2017 STEWARDSHIP MINUTE 16