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Emanuel Lutheran Church
July 2020
Enlightener
Michael Holman, LLM
(231)824-6757 (cell)
Emanuel Lutheran Church: 906-942-7245
[email protected] www.be-Lutheran.org
Emanuel Lutheran Church of Skandia , ELCA
Celebrating 125 Years
Growing in God’s Grace
Council Members
Sandi Ruotsi
Richard Cooke
Lois Kokko
Betsy Koski
Jane Sims
Dan Bahrman
Jolene Kokko
Christian Education
Michael Holman, LLM ~
Confirmation
Leah Kainulainen , Karen Maki ~
Sunday School
Sandi Ruotsi ~ Adult Forum
Office
Jolene Kokko ~ Office Assistant
Michael Holman, LLM
(231)824-6757 (cell) Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Tuesday 1-5pm, Thurs. 9am-2pm
Committee Leaders
Sandi Ruotsi ~
Council President
Barb Bach ~ Stewardship
Sarah Kimball ~ Outreach
Betsy Koski ~ Christian
Education
Jane Sims ~ Worship & Music
Roger Kimball ~ Building &
Property
Pam Bahrman~ Cemetery
Business Manager
Emanuel Lutheran Church has both a
Face Book Page and website! Catch
up on upcoming and past events, our
monthly calendar and Enlightener
newsletters at:
www.be-lutheran.org
Congregational Leadership
Sunday Worship Service is available
online at www.be-lutheran.org
Parking Lot Worship Services
beginning Sunday, July 19, 9 AM
July 7—Vonnie Stenfors
July 9-John Maki
July 11-Mark Krans
July 14-Ryan Rickaby
July 19-Lee Whitaker
July 20-Mary Heath
July 22-Ryan Yearicks
July 24-Leah Kainulainen
July 29-Elzabeth McCarthy
July 13-Dale & Sally
Wieingartner
July 13-Mark & Iva Arnett
Birthday Blessings
Anniversary Blessings
Thank you to Sandi Ruotsi for
sponsoring the July Sunday bulletins
in honor of Al Cole.
Remember in Prayer …
Our members, family, and friends who are ill, have
health concerns, are grieving, or are in need.
Our members who are absent from worship and
unable to attend … Herb Anderson,
prayers for Elsie Haglund, and Vonda Berglund.
Our Thanks and Praise to God.
If you have a prayer request, please let the office
know by calling or by leaving a message at 942-7245.
Dear Sisters and Brothers,
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your
gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.”
Philippians 4:4-5
Summer is upon us. It is a time of refreshment and transition. In
years past this is a time when people move all about the country and
judging by the traffic flying past my house I would say this year seems
to be experiencing an uptick in travel. After months of confinement
people are on the go! Perhaps they are trying to escape the cities or
they just have the urge to see some of the natural beauty that is the
area in which we live, I do not know, but they are on the move.
Moving seems to be a rite of passage in summer. I have noticed that
the “for sale” signs that pop up right after the snow banks go down
are sporting many “sold” or “pending” placards. A sure sing that
people are on the move, looking to plant their roots in a new place,
growing and flourishing in the new community they have selected.
That’s what summer is, a time for planting and growing. Many of
us have planted and tended to gardens in the hope of being able to
enjoy the fruits of this earth. Fresh produce will grace our tables, that
we might taste and see the goodness of the creation. Many will
experience a bumper crop which they can then share with those who
also hunger for the fresh goodness of that which this world puts
forth. Coming together as community in peace, harmony and love.
We have much to be thankful for, the freedom that we have
received from God in forgiveness. For all the good things that come
from this earth, and for the communities that we live in, inviting
others to join us and to share the richness of their lives. As we gather
with friends and families remember one simple thing; REJOICE!
Shalom,
Michael
July 2, 2020
Sisters and Brothers of the Risen Christ,
For months now we have been unable to gather to worship
together. In a meeting on Wednesday 7/1 council decide to
start holding Parking Lot Worship. This will begin on Sunday
7/19/2020 at nine A.M., great news. This will be a full
communion service with elements and bulletins being
distributed as you arrive. We ask that when you park that you
keep some distance between your vehicles and that you remain
in your vehicle for the entire service. You will be able to
participate by tuning your cars radio to FM station 93.7, you
should be able to hear the readers, hymns and prayers by doing
so. Also, there will be a bucket that you can drive by to place an
offering in if you choose to do so.
While this may seem a bit different, I think we will find it
to be a meaningful service. Unfortunately, at this time it has
been determined that fellowship remain suspended and that
proper distancing be maintained. We ask also that you refrain
from using the rest rooms unless it is an emergency. Thank you
for your cooperation. Together and by the grace of God we will
get through this. If you are not comfortable in being a part of
this service, we will continue our online presence that you may
be fed by the Word of God. Blessings on your lives and ministry.
Shalom,
Michael
LIFELONG FAITH FORMATION
CLASSES BEGIN VIA ZOOM IN
SEPTEMBER 2020
NORTHERN GREAT LAKES SYNOD
The Northern Great Lakes Synod is launching a new series of classes
for adults who want to increase their knowledge and understanding
of the Bible, church history, Lutheran Theology, world religions, and
more. The new program, “Lifelong Faith Formation,” evolved from
the synod’s Lay School for Mission.
In these challenging and uncertain times, the Synod is offering the
program online this fall. While discussions through computer screens
are not ideal, online learning presents an opportunity to connect
people from across the synod --people who share a love of learning
and have discovered that adult studies help them to grow in faith.
Classes will meet weekly for 60 to 90 minutes for four to eight weeks.
Instructors will select what they wish to teach possibly from among
these subject areas.
The Bible -Church History -World Religions -Lutheran Theology
Lutheran Worship-Literature Study -Anti-racism training -OR
whatever they want to teach!
KEY DATES: August 1:The fall term of Lifelong Faith Formation will
be announced synod wide. August 15:Student registration deadline
September: Classes begin between September 8 and September 23.
OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES:•A synod-wide survey indicated that
Saturday day, Sunday evening, and Wednesday evening were the
most preferred class meeting times for courses ranging from four to
eight weeks.• Classes are free but may require the purchase of text-
books or other materials.•
Lifelong Faith Formation” is not driven by an end result, such as
graduation from a program. It is not a certification program to
become a Licensed Lay Minister. It may play a role in an individual’s
discernment to participate in a higher accountability program
through a neighboring synod or lead to seminary. Mostly “Lifelong
Faith Formation” is designed for curious adults who want to engage
more deeply with the Bible; to learn more about church traditions;
to become better equipped to serve the work of Christ in their con-
gregations; and to grow in spirituality and faith.
For more information, contact Sister Lori Ward at 615-519-1969 or
[email protected] or Rev. Warren Geier at 906-486-4351 or
“A theology of glory calls evil good
and good evil. A theology of the cross
calls the thing what it actually is.”
~Martin Luther
Dear people of the Northern Great Lakes Synod,
In 1518, Martin Luther wrote The Heidelberg Disputation where
among other things he criticized the notion that a lack of suffer-
ing indicates the presence and blessing of God. Rather, said
Luther, it is in suffering that God’s presence is not only most
clearly seen, but that is where God is most fully present.
In this year of 2020, where so much is unclear, we cannot help
but see the suffering of people of color in our country. Countless
protests and demonstrations following the death of George
Floyd, mostly peaceful, speak to the concern and even rage as
injustice has not been challenged.
As Lutherans, we call a thing what it is. Racial bias and racism,
white privilege and the ideology of white supremacy continue to
undermine and harm people and our society in a multitude of
ways. The truth is, as in any system, we are all complicit, either
knowingly or unknowingly. One need not have malice in one’s
heart or even strategic intention in order to benefit from a
system that favors one person over another, one family over
another, one neighborhood over another, one school over
another, one race over another.
We have inherited a world with racial baggage and inequity.
While no one alive today laid the foundation, we all have a
responsibility to see what is now and do something about what
we see.
To that end, I invite you to take another step in your own
understanding of the systems at work and how people of color
have a different experience of society. On our website,
nglsynod.org/anti-racism-resources, is a comprehensive list,
complete with study and discussion guides, movies, books,
videos, and articles. Now is the time to understand more
deeply the sin of racism, and as followers of Christ, do what we
can to understand it and combat it, or the sake of ourselves and
our neighbors.
Yours in Christ,
Bishop Katherine Finegan
Outreach Update
We have been contacted by Habitat For Humanity for
donating a lunch to their building crew this summer
season. If you can help with a lunch item, please contact
Sarah Kimball at 942-7492. We don’t have a specific
date yet, but having a list of those that can contribute is
very helpful! When we start getting back together for regular wor-
ship, new prayer partners will be made. We haven’t heard for sure if
Lutheran World Relief will be shipping school supplies this fall, but
when we hear we will let you know and a list of the usual items that
we collect. Thank you for your help with these ministries.
Sarah Kimball
I have recently learned that my Goddaughter, Katie and her husband are in the process of adopting. An organization called Shoes with Heart will help them with their adoption cost if they collect gently worn (no holes, tears, and soles intact) shoes. Their goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes through this Adoption Fundraiser. Any size shoes are accepted. If you would like to help out with this fundraiser and donate your gently worn shoes, please contact me, Sandi Ruotsi, 942-7614 or email me at [email protected]. They will be collecting shoes until July 15th.
Mark Your Calendars for
Fortune Lake's Fall Fest!
This year's event, set for October 3,
2020, will look different than years
past, as it will likely be a virtual
experience. However, we're still
committed to the same Fall Fest
elements you've come to expect and
love: beautiful one-of-a-kind handcrafted items, celebrating
what God is doing at Fortune Lake, and raising funds for our
favorite Place of Grace!
Quilters and artists, keep crafting and stay tuned, with a
September 1 tentative submission date in mind. Submission
details and forms will be available on the Fortune Lake Website
www.fortunelake.org
VIRTUAL CAMP EXPERIENCES AT FORTUNE LAKE!
Free for all ages! Invite your friends, family, and communities to join in the fun!
Because we are not able to gather at Fortune Lake for summer camp, we are bringing Fortune Lake into your homes! We can’t wait to see you online as we experience God’s love, grow and challenge our communities, and worship together!
Follow us on Facebook to be notified when a new video premiers! Unless otherwise noted, videos will stream from our YouTube page at the dates and times listed below and will remain available at no cost to the general public. Events hosted on Zoom will require a link and password (details to come).
Also be sure to checkout our online canteen. Shipping
costs are included and each dollar you spend directly
impacts the outdoor ministry of Fortune Lake.
The spring Adopt-A-Highway was cancelled for
May, and we haven’t heard what the state of
Michigan has decided for the July 18-26 pickup
date. When we get word if it will be held or
not we will let you know. Thanks for your help
keeping our Upper Peninsula roadways clean!
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