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MT. CALVARY EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH

908 W. HANSSLER PL. PEORIA, ILLIONIS 61604

PHONE: (309/688-4321) FAX: (309/688-3062) E-MAIL: MTCALVARY@MTCALVARYPEORIA.ORG

WEB SITE: WWW.MTCALVARYPEORIA.ORG

Mt. Calvary is a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod

June 2019 Volume 23, Issue 6

Pastor’s Column

Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! Amen!

So, just a little reminder – it’s still the Easter sea-son. Pentecost Sunday will be June 9, and then we’ll hit the long “green season” after Trinity Sunday on June 16. So, continue to rejoice in Christ’s victory and bask in His gifts!

As it came time for me to write this article, two things were on my mind, and I want to share them with you.

A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1

As you’ve likely noticed, there is a lot of arguing going on in public square these days – and much of it recently concerns abortion. The “triggers” for all the anger and bitterness are two-fold. First, there were laws passed, and celebrated, in New York and Virginia allowing a mother the legal right to terminate the life of her child up to the moment of delivery. While many complicat-ing cases can be cited concerning a mother’s health and the health of the child in which there may be room for people of good-will to disagree about the best course of action, the fundamental issue is clear for the Church. To terminate the life of a child at birth, much less at any other time during its development, is murder. Period. To claim that someone has a right to do that, no matter how tragic or emotionally compelling the circumstances, is to cast aside fundamental mo-

rality. People were and are understandably out-raged by these laws.

Now, somewhat in reaction to the extreme laws allowing abortion up to birth, you see some states enacting severe restrictions on abortion (notably Georgia and Alabama, with other states considering similar measures), and imposing on-erous penalties for violations of those laws. While this is certainly moral, and something we can embrace as people who affirm the value and sanctity of all human life, we need to recognize that strategically, these laws may stir up even fiercer opposition in the “pro-choice” communi-ty. And we need to understand that in our effort to convince our fellow-citizens, both Christian and non-Christian, of the need to stand for life, not all, or even a majority, are ready to outlaw abortion in all circumstances. Hence, we need patience.

Which brings me to the quote from Proverbs. You know how bitter the arguments have be-come. And often, those who claim to be “progressive” or “pro-choice” will say things about the pro-life position that are slanderous, false, hateful, and designed to stir up ill-will against their opponents. When we hear such things, or even have such things said to us in conversation, it is easy to feel the heart race, the blood boil, and become angry. The temptation is to “give as good as we got,” and to shout down and “destroy” the pro-choice argument. But no-tice what happens here – when we give in to the temptation to use the same type of rhetoric and tactics as those we disagree with – our focus gets locked on “winning” the argument, and

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“silencing” the opponent. And even if we were to succeed in our effort – notice what hasn’t hap-pened: we have not persuaded anyone to see the value of life. For in the world we live in, winning an argument seldom persuades – usually it mere-ly hardens and embitters. So, what does Solomon advise? The “soft answer.” The soft answer is not one that beats around the bush, it doesn’t concede the moral issue, it isn’t capitulation. Rather, it is tender – in the sense that it expresses concern for the feelings and passions of the opponent. It doesn’t seek to be unnecessarily offensive. It seeks understanding. It tries to find common ground. It doesn’t try to beat an opponent into submission. In other words, the soft answer is about building bridges to sustain relationships (when possible), rather than trying to destroy.

So, in this time of social tension, let us use soft an-swers – making wise use of our words – that we might gain a hearing and consideration for all life. May God, in Christ, grant us wisdom through His Spirit. Amen.

The second thing on my mind right now came from my devotional reading the other morning, Luke 12:13-34 (from the Treasury of Daily Prayer). This is the passage in which Jesus teaches the dis-ciples not to worry about clothes or food, since the Father knows they need these things. But, what it set me to thinking about was “being anxious for Church.”

Here’s what I mean…. We know what it means to be anxious about food, right? It means you are concerned about whether you have enough, have what you like, and have what’s good for you. Likewise, we know what it means to be anxious about clothes. Do you have the right kind for the weather? Do you have enough changes? Is the style of your clothes something you don’t mind being seen in? Jesus says not to be anxious about this stuff. Rather – be anxious for Church! Seek first the kingdom….

Ask yourself – am I getting enough Church? Is it what’s good for me? Will it get me through the challenges and temptations I’m struggling with? Better yet – do I look forward to going to wor-ship?

(Pastor’s Column continued from page 1) Here are some things to remember about Church and worship.

“For where two or three are gathered in My name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20

But you have come to Mount Zion and to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to innumerable angels in festal gathering, and to the assembly of the firstborn who are enrolled in heaven, and to God, the judge of all… Hebrews 12:21-23

When you gather for worship, in Church, with the body of fellow believers, you are also in Christ’s presence. And not merely in some “general” way. Jesus is there because His name is called upon, and we are doing what He told us to do, saying what He has told us to say, and doing this with confidence in His promise. And because He is there, according to His word and promise, He is actively giving you what He says He will give you – forgiveness, life, salvation, hope, strength. He is your Rock, your refuge. Come to Him! Be anxious to be where He is promised to be found.

And, when you come to worship, you are not just gathered with your fellow believers in this life – you are joined by the angels and saints – or, more to the point, you join with the angels and saints in light, to worship the living God, sing His praises, rejoice in His gifts, and share His life. This too is something to be anxious about – not in a fearful way, but in a “I can’t wait to get there” way.

I know there are many distractions out there. I know that there are many other things that call for your time and attention – especially on weekends. But hang tough, friends. What is offered in the worship of the Church is worth more than any-thing the world has to offer. So, be anxious to re-ceive it!

Blessings to you all.

In His grace,

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JUNE BIRTHDAYS 1. Megan (Brosowske) Kovash

Dezmond Whilhite

3. Tru Brewer

4. Owen Garvey

Martha Lawler

Joseph Mirretti

Allys Pauli

5. Sophie Barr

6. Wendy Foote

7. David Heien

Judy Honig

8. Amy Maske

9. Frankie Brill

11. Susan Fink

12. Rebecca Meyers

14. Carol DeJarnett

Anne (Heien) Bolwerk

ShaeLynn Sturtevant

18. Adam Lawler

19. Gabe Martinez

20. Paul Horst

Stella Kimble

Danielle Martinez

22. Vicky Brosowske

26. Erin Parrott

28. Jaymeson Claudin

Robert Kissner

30. Angela Hamm

Linda Khattar

JUNE ANNIVERSARIES 1. Larry & Pat Goetz

2. Jeff & Cheryl Riebel

11 Sawyer and Rebecca Meyers

16. Pastor & Sherri Long

17. Andy & Jamie Matson

23. Steven & Susan Vogt

28. Therry & Jill Adcock

30. Scott & Brande Ruskusky

GREETERS June 2

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10:45 a Dale & Vonnie Brinkmann

June 9

8:00 a Theresa Johnston

10:45 a Phil King

June 16

8:00 a Carrie Kroenke

10:45 a Daniel & Michele Keehner

June 23

8:00 a

10:45 a Phil King

June 30

8:00 a LaVelle Borders

10:45 a LaVelle Borders

USHERS 8:00 Lee Mauschbaugh

10:45 Jerry Horst

ELDERS June 2

8:00 a Paul Kroenke

10:45 a Gary Beenders

June 9

8:00 a Jim Henderson

10:45 a Tom Brosowske

June 16

8:00 a Daniel Keehner

10:45 a Tom Brosowske

June 23

8:00 a Paul Kroenke

10:45 a Gary Beenders

June 30

8:00 a Jim Henderson

10:45 a Tom Brosowske

ALTAR FLOWERS June 2

Eileen Benne

June 9

Rob Cairncross

June 16

Pastor & Sherri

June 23

Carol DeJarnett

June 30

Tom & Vicky Brosowske

COUNTERS Eileen Beene & Susie Fink

LESSONS FOR THE SUNDAYS IN JUNE June 2nd — 7th Sunday of Easter Psalm 133; Acts 1:12-26; Revelation 22:1-20; John 17:20-26 June 9th — Day of Pentecost Psalm 143; Genesis 11:1-9; Acts 2:1-21; John 14:23-31 June 16th — Trinity Sunday Psalm 8’ Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; Acts 2:14a,22-36; John 8:48-59 June 23rd — 2nd Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 3; Isaiah 65:1-9; Galatians 3:23-4:7; Luke 8:26-39 June 30th — 3rd Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 16; 1 Kings 19:9b-21; Galatians 5:1, 13-25; Luke 9:51-62

PRIVATE CONFESSION Pastor Long will be available by appointment and between 1 and 2 pm on the Saturdays before ser-vices of Holy Communion for private confession. Come in through the front door and find him in his office or the sanctuary. Confessions are sealed by a vow of absolute confidentiality, and all ministers of the Gospel in the Lutheran Church are sworn to suffer harm rather than ever reveal anything brought to them in private confession.

Worship Notes

Where Is It? Page

Birthdays, Anniversaries, Worship Assistants 3

Calendars

Christian Education at Mt. Calvary

Just for Kids 11

Mt. Calvary News and Announcements

Pastor’s Message 1,2

Prayer List

Worship Notes 3

Worship & Stewardship/Personnel

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PRE-SCHOOL Eaton, Benjamin, son of Nate and Julie Eaton, grandson of Jim and Lorrie Kaspar, graduated from Redeemer Lutheran Pre-School on Wednes-day, May 15th. He will be attending Concordia Lutheran School in the fall. Horman, Jacob, son of Jarrod and Jessica Hor-man, graduated from Riverview Grade School Bright Beginning Preschool at the end of May. He will be attending Concordia Lutheran in the fall.

GRADE SCHOOL Brill, Francesca, daughter of T.J. and Sara Brill, graduated from Concordia Lutheran School. She will be attending Richwoods High School in the fall. Frank, Kendall, daughter of Jeremy and Norma Frank, grand-daughter of Larry and Julie Frank, graduated from Concordia Lutheran. She will attend Richwoods High School in the Fall.

HIGH SCHOOL Benkendorf, Katherine, daughter of the Rev. Rod and Sarah Benkendorf, grand-daughter of Judy Honig, graduated from Saxony Lutheran High School in Jackson, Missouri as one of seven valedictorians. She will be attending Concordia University, Seward, Nebraska in the fall, study-ing music and English. Brinkmann, Connor, son of Steven & Laura Brinkmann, grandson of Dale and Vonnie Brink-mann, will graduate from Metamora Township High School. Upon graduation he plans to enter the workforce.

Freeman, Matthew, son of Brian and Diane Free-man, grandson of Barbara Zook, will graduate from Peoria Notre Dame High School. In the fall he will attend the College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, MO to study Criminal Justice and Biol-ogy. Hamilton, Delaney, son of David and Jenny Hamilton graduated from IVC. She will be in-volved in a program called RISE through SEA-PCO (Special Education Association of Peoria County) where she will be in a classroom setting for two days a week and a work setting 3 days. They help the kids find jobs through developing job skills, social skills, and life skills. Heckman, Carson Lee, son of Nate & Samantha Dorsey and Jeff Heckman, will receive an IB Di-ploma from Richwoods High School on May 18, 2019. Carson will be attending the University of Iowa in the fall as a Pre-Med Honors Student. Carson was also a Sterling Merit Award Student. Henderson, Paul, son of Robert Henderson, grandson of Jim and Dawn Henderson, graduat-ed from Hononegah High School. He will be go-ing to trade school. Keehner, Aaron, son of Daniel and Michele Keehner, grandson of Virginia Tackmann, grad-uated from Peoria Christian High School. He will be attending ICC in the fall. Leon, Kaylin, daughter of Joe and Susie Leon, will graduate from Illinois Valley Central High School with Honors and Participation in National Honor Society and German National Honor Soci-ety. In the Fall of 2019 she will be studying Pre Medicine at Drake University. She will also be enlisting in Air National Guard in 2020. Murphy, Aidan, son of Wendy Henderson Mur-phy, grandson of Jim and Dawn Henderson, graduated from Fort Zumwalt West High School in O’Fallon, Missouri. He will be attending Mis-souri State University in the fall.

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Pauli, Kiera, son of Ross Pauli, granddaughter of Harold and Carolyn Pauli, graduated from Dun-lap High School.

COLLEGE Magedanz, Sydney, niece of Michele and Josh Joseph, graduated from Carl Sandburg College as a Dental Hygienist. She plans to move to Ida-ho to pursue her Dental career. Murphy, Megan, daughter of Wendy Henderson Murphy, granddaughter of Jim and Dawn Hen-derson, graduated from Missouri State Universi-ty in Springfield, Missouri.

JUNE SEMI-ANNUAL VOTER’ MEETING At the Administrative Council meeting on Tuesday, May 7th, the date for the June Voters’ Meeting was set for Sunday, June 9th dur-

ing the Sunday School Hour. The main item on the agenda will be the election of Officers and Board Members. (There are still many positions on the list posted on the bulletin board that are open. Check the list and see if you might be a fit for one of them.)

CONGRATULATIONS TO Brittany and Kevin on the birth of their daughter,

Stella Louise-Ann. Stella was born on Monday, May 13, 2019, weighing in at 6 lbs. 11.5 oz. and was 20 inches long. Penny Voss is the very proud and hap-py great-grandmother.

Alex and Eileen Stringer on the birth of their daughter, Zoey Catherine Stringer on May 16, 2019. Zoey weighed in at 8 lb. 6 oz and is 21 inches long. The proud and happy grandmoth-er is Deaconess Gillian.

SENIOR CLUB Senior Club meets on Friday, June 7th at 5:30 pm. Bring a dish to share, your own tableware, and lots of friends. This is open to anyone, they don’t check Id’s at the door, so come one, come all.

MRS. KAUFMANN’S EXCITING NEWS On May, 30 2019, Carlie Kaufmann was installed as a Called Teacher at Concordia Lutheran School. Mrs. Kaufmann has completed her syn-odical training through the Colloquy Program with Concordia University Education Network. She was officially installed as a commissioned teacher of the LCMS during Concordia’s closing chapel. Please pray for Mrs. Kaufmann and for the entire Concordia community.

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YOUTHFUL MINDS Deaconess Gillian is planning to be here on Sunday, June 2nd. She would like to have lunch with you and suggests that you all meet at the Flat Top Grill at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie, at 12:30 pm for an hour or two of good food and good conversation. Remember,

you have to eat and we foot the bill, so grab a friend or two and join the group.

THE GOSPEL FOR YOUNGER FOLK As the Sunday School depart-ment takes a well-deserved Summer off, we don’t want to leave younger members of Mt. Calvary feeling abandoned. So this Summer we will again take time during worship to break down the Gospel reading into a form that can be grasped more easily. So, plan to bring the young ones to worship so they can enjoy the gifts. We’ll start on May 26th and go through August 11th (Sunday School should start up again August 18th)

MISSION SCRUBBED! When the Board of Education met to look at how many volunteers we had for our tentative VBS program, they discovered a couple of key are-as were understaffed. Hence, we’ve

decided to call things off for this year and start looking toward 2020. Watch for information ear-ly next year. Thanks to all who volunteered.

CONFIRMATION SUNDAY This year we will celebrate with two of our young people, who have completed two years of in-struction with Pastor Long in the doctrines of our faith, on June 2nd. Those two young people are Ella

Beth Barr and Payton Palmer Ruskusky. Please plan to attend the 10:45 am service on Sunday,

June 2nd to hear them make their confessions of the faith and receive their first communion.

CONTINUING EDUCATION FROM THE FORT WAYNE SEMINARY On June 4th -- 6th, Mt. Calvary will again host a continuing ed-ucation class from Fort. Wayne. This year the subject is “Early Church Preaching and Catechesis in a Pluralist Society.” As our culture in North America be-comes more secular and less Christian, we can begin to see some similarities to the world of the first Christians. So the question is – do any of their ways of approaching their world help us in our efforts to pass on the faith today? The class will be taught by the Rev. Dr. Chad Kendall (who has family in Pekin), a pastor in Lowell, IN and an adjunct professor at Ft. Wayne and Concordia University, Chicago. Registration forms are in the Narthex, or can be gotten from the church of-fice. SALVAGE ON THE HIGH SEAS Women of Mt. Calvary worked at cleaning the kitchen on Clean-Up day. They have decided that we no longer use or need over 100 glass des-sert trays and cups. So – if you think you would like to have some and can use them, talk to Ar-deane Ruckle (691-8007) and she will help you get them.

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Prayer Notes: Folks have asked from time to time “who all are we praying for?” Here’s a partial list with reference to their relation to the congregation. If you know of anyone

who needs to be added, or who can be re-moved, please let Pr. Long or Judy know. Help us keep the list manageable!

Jacob Achterberg – grandson to Ron, nephew

to Linda Khattar Elwin & Phyllis Basquin – parents to Luann

Claudin Mary Bonesteel – friend to Long family Ethan Saunders – grandson to Roger and

Carole Hoffman Gail and Jonathan von Holten – friends of Jes-

sica Horman Sharon Wenger – daughter to Sally Taylor Cathy Hafley – daughter to Sally Taylor Sandy Kissner – relative to Connie Kissner &

family Joel Hoffmann – son to Cheris Hoffmann Gerald Hull – brother to Sally Taylor Pr. Hoech & family (Ivy, Noah and Kayla) –

our “TIM” missionaries Gary Smith – brother-in-law to Rick Laredo Shirley Poole – mother to Luann Cooper Lloyd Burdett – step-father to Rick Laredo Gordon Adams – Lynn Laredo’s father Dave Maxwell – husband to Tina Joan Waldron – member Pr. Glenn Niemann – former associate at St.

John’s, Pekin Rick Laredo – member Jonathan Stutz – grandson to Conley & Donna Mark Stutz – son to Conley & Donna Maureen Leuba – Concordia parent Edward and Delores Bohne – parents of Katie

Tagge Roy Lewis – grandfather to Jen Hamilton Loretta Horst – Gerry Horst’s mother Anne Bolwerk (nee Heien) & Miguel

(husband) – member, teaching in Surinam Sandy Jolliff – daughter of Phyllis Knebel Virginia Williams – member Christiane Ramahi – member

Ann Jungck – member Gayle Smick – grandmother to Jenny Hamil-

ton Debbie Pfeiffer – relative of Dave Hamilton Ruth Leibel – friend to Mark Manthey Yasmin Ramahi – daughter to Christiane Phyllis Larson – sister to Marilyn Miller Kathy Gruben – sister to Jan Heien James Nora – husband to Harriet Gloria Carter – friend of Nancy Meyer Harm Klokkenga – member Eric Puterbaugh – friend of a member Patty Reck – sister-in-law to Carole Hoffman Michael Teeter – friend to Long Family Dale Warren – Dianne & Wally – aunt & uncle to Jenny Ham-

ilton Steve & Gerry – family of Jenny Hamilton Ward & Cathy Lenz – sister and brother-in-

law to Paula Horst Esther Hoffman – member Patty Caughy - member Shannon Wilson – friend of Maxwell family Rudy Brewer – father to Genie Frank Alex Zook – military, grandson of Barb Zook Faith Zook – granddaughter of Barb Zook Jenna Lowe – military, granddaughter of Barb

Zook Joshua Zook – military, grandson to Barb

Zook Derrick Foote – husband to Wendy (nee

Crook), stationed overseas with family Gabby Smit – friend to LaVelle Borders Josh Crosiar – member Anne Maske - member Steve Brinkmann – son to Dale & Vonnie Carole Hoffman – member Braylynn Davis – friend to Brill family Steve Brown – family to Josh and Michelle Jo-

seph Gordon Dupres – family to the Tagges Shane Cremeens – brother to Brande

Ruskusky Jan Kiesgen – friend to many Lil Mulvaney – friend to Pauli family Bill Hoffmann – son to Cheris Hoffmann

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Ginny Preston – friend to LaVelle Borders Clara Riddick – friend to Brill family Jackie Brandt and Family – friends to Brill

family Neil Barnhart – friend to Long family Miracle Peyton – daughter to Katie, grand-

daughter to Deb Wilson Max Wessler – father to Peter Wessler Pam Barr – member Megan Primmer – cousin to Ginger Abel Adrianna – grand-daughter to Deb Wilson Karen Stabler – mother to Tracie Johnson

(visitor) Pr. John Senter – retired pastor, friend of

member Anna Keehner – member Sally Taylor – member Harold Brosowske – father of Tom Brosowske Kenneth Garner – acquaintance of Phyllis

Knebel & Jan Pacey Sally Leon – mother to Joe Leon (husband to

Susie) Jim & Lorrie Kaspar – members Penny Voss – member Dale Brinkmann – member Richard Coltrin – member Constance Danage – cleaning person for the

congregation Bob Wilson – former member Rod Pauli – member, son to Harold & Carolyn Karen Warren – Carol Wessler’s mother Jameson Winslow – extended family to the

Brosowskes Linda Miller – member Gary Ruckle – member Gloria Teeter – friend to Long Family Carl Matson – father to Glenn Matson Laurel Alexander – friend to Long Family Larry Smith – brother to Susie Fink Richard Voss – husband to Penny Lorie Livingston – wife to Ty Mark Buettner – associate of Carol Wessler Ella Ruskusky – member Alice Johnston – member Janessa Lampton – wife to Ben Lampton Tamesha Gates – friend to Szold family

Sharon Peterson – friend to Judy Honig Sandra Boyer – daughter of food pantry con-

tributor Pr. Larry Goetz – member Jerome Beenders – brother to Gary Ken Guiher – Alice Manthey’s son-in-law Mark Leon – brother-in-law to Sue Leon Lois Lohrmann – aunt to Phil King Shirley King – mother to Phil King Kathy Caughy – mother to Patty & Harriet

Caughy Mark Blakeney – uncle to Tina Maxwell Paul Meyer – son to Nancy Greylin Gibbs – student Ben Claudin – member Mark Leon – brother in law to Susie Leon Cooper Dorsey – member Rebecca Sierra – friend to Linda Khattar Ken Couri – family to Linda Khattar Johanna Boyer and child – relative of Judy

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OUR CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY: Please keep in your prayers the friends and fami-ly of : Linda Miller, member and sister of Marilyn

Miller, who was called to her eternal rest on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Gerald Hull, brother of Sally Tay-lor, who was called to his eternal rest on Saturday, April 27, 2019, and given Christian burial on Monday, May 6, 2019 in Geneseo, IL.

Ken Couri, brother-in-law to Linda Khattar, who was called to his eternal rest on Friday May 10, 2019 and given Christian burial on Friday, May 17, 2019.

Phyllis Knebel, member, who was called to her eternal rest on Thursday, May 23, 2019. Services are pending at this time.

May their families find comfort, hope, and peace in our Lord Jesus Christ, whose death and resur-rection have swallowed up death for us.

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Our Worship and Stewardship

Church Attend.

Comm. Attend.

Bible Youth

Classes Adult

Sunday School

Tithes Offerings*

Thursday, April 25 26 15 — — — —

Sunday, April 28 109 — — 30 12 $3,701.00

Thursday, May 2 32 21 — — — —

Sunday, May 5 87 76 — 40 10 $5,863.00

Thursday, May 9 26 15 — — — —

Sunday, May 12 115 — — 40 10 $5,162.00

Thursday, May 16 28 18 — — — —

Sunday, May 19 103 74 — 42 1 $4,751.00

*Offerings from mid-week services are counted with the following Sunday’s Offerings. Total: $19,477.00

MEMORIALS AND SPECIAL GIFTS

Marcia Riddle, LaVelle Borders & Eileen Benne

WOMEN OF MT. CALVARY Chairperson Jessica Horman Vice Pres: Susie Fink Secretary: Marcia Riddle Treasurer: Dawn Henderson

ALTAR GUILD Co-Presidents: Abbie Matson & Linda Khattar Treasurer: Marcia Riddle

SUNDAY SCHOOL Pre-K, Kindergarten: Linda Crook, & Linda Khattar 1st & 2nd Grades Jan Heien & Paula Horst 3rd — 4th Grades: Becky Garvey,

& Samantha Dorsey, 5th — 8th Grades: Jerry Horst

& Tom Brosowske

In His Service

PASTOR: Rev. Barry Long 243-2042 MINISTER OF MUSIC Mr. Bruce Tagge 361-9821 SECRETARY Mrs. Judy Honig 688-4321 CONCORDIA SCHOOL Mr. Paul Thompson, 691-8921 Principal

CONGREGATIONAL OFFICERS Chairman………………...……….Gerald Horst ViceChairman………..………….David Heien Secretary ………………………….Judy Honig Treasurer………………………Carol Wessler Finan. Secretary……….…….…Susan Fink

CONCORDIA SCHOOL BOARD

LaVelle Borders & Peter Wessler

CONCORDIA FOUNDATION Conley Stutz & Carrie Kroenke

Eileen Benne

CONCORDIA PROPERTIES BOARD Dormant

Boards of Mt. Calvary

BOARD OF EDUCATION Carrie Kroenke, Paula Horst,

& Samantha Dorsey

BOARD OF EVANGELISM Conley Stutz, Jan Heien

Timothy Anders & Becky Garvey

BOARD OF YOUTH Michele Keehner, Brande Ruskusky

& Brooke Barr

BOARD OF LONG RANGE PLANNING

Dormant

BOARD OF PROPERTY Daryl Claudin, Lisa Cornelius,

Josh Crosiar, Larry Frank, Josh Joseph, Jarrod Horman,

Vicky Brosowske

BOARD OF STEWARDSHIP Theresa Johnston, & Jim Kaspar

BOARD OF ELDERS

(families under each Elder’s care) Abel — Browning Tom Brosowske Carver — Grinslade Jerry Jungck Halverson — Kroenke Jim Henderson Lampton — Myers Daniel Keehner Netters — Ruskusky Gary Beenders Samp — Zook Paul Kroenke

FOOD PANTRY LaVelle Borders

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Sunday:

YOUTH:

Sunday School: Age 3 through Grade 8 meet downstairs. Sunday School Is on hiatus for the summer. We will begin on August 18th. Have a great Summer! ADULTS: Adult Class: Other Religions – The United States has prided itself on having “Freedom of religion” as a cor-nerstone of our democracy. But just what is reli-gion? What religions do we encounter in our neighbors? How does that influence our wit-ness? These are just some of the questions we will encounter as Pastor Long shares a version of the class he teaches 8th graders at Concordia. Over the next few weeks we’ll cover religion in general, and an overview of Christianity and Ju-daism. Meets in the Parish Hall at 9:30 am.

Wednesday

Men’s Bible Study Thank, Praise, Serve, and Obey: Having finished 1st & 2nd Samuel, the men have decide to take a look at how God’s grace in Christ shapes our lives on a daily basis. We’ll be using the Rev. William Weedon’s book Thank, Praise, Serve, and Obey to spark discussion and reflection. Texts will be provided. Join us Wednesday mornings

at the Bob Evans on Allen Rd. We meet for an hour or so starting at 6:30 am.

Wednesday Evening Study Group: C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters: Join us as we look at C.S. Lewis’ classic The Screwtape Letters. This imaginative work looks at the temptations Christians face in the midst of ordinary life by presenting a series of “letters” supposedly writ-ten by a senior “tempter” to his young nephew. If you don’t have a copy, we’ll get you one. Meets Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm. The class is discussion format rather than lecture. Thursday:

Afternoon Bible Study: Joshua: -- After 40 years of wandering, it is final-ly time for the Israelites to enter the Promised Land. What are the challenges they face, and how did God sustain and encourage them? Find out as we read through the history of Israel mov-ing into Canaan. We meet Thursdays at 1:00 pm

in the Parish Hall.

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