Monthly Newsletter of Zion Lutheran Church, Shawano, WI July 2012

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“Everything is Possible with God!”

Vacation Bible school was another big success this year with 39 students attending to participate in Imagination Station, Bible Blast, games, snack time, Chadder’s Theater, Arts ’n Crafts, and plenty of singing. It was a fun week where we know that “Everything is Possible with God!”

VBS kids sang at the Sunday, June 17th worship at the Lake.

Dear Friends at Zion,

Thank you for the meals you prepared for us after Kenley was born. It was very nice to have nice, homemade meals, we enjoyed them! Everyone has been so nice and welcoming to us. Thanks again.

~ Roy & Lacey Wilson and baby Kenley Dear Zion Members,

A sincere thank you for all the prayers and cards I received from you during my hospital stay and recovery.

~ Ted Rudie Dear Zion,

I wish to thank everyone for your prayers, cards, food, flowers, rides to treatments, and all the help I received during my illness. You kept my spirit up and made the trip for me so much easier. What a wonder-ful thing it is to have a congregation with such love and caring individuals. I thank God for all of you. I feel so blessed. May God always be with you.

~ Kathie Schutt

2012 Financial Update

As expected, May was a positive month for our General Fund. Revenues exceeded expenses by about $3,000 bringing our operating fund balance to over $15,000. Even though this year’s staff retirements and vacancies have created some financial uncertainties, it appears we will be able to handle the situation well.

So far, June’s financial picture appears to look pretty good, also. Contributions are slightly above normal and expenses appear to be slightly less than normal for a summer month so we are estimating the General Fund balance to increase to between 18 and 20 thousand dollars. This should place us in good position as we enter the ‘slower’ summer months.

Thank you, Zion members. We continue to appre-ciate your loyal support.

In Christ’s Service,

Your Finance Committee: Scott Glysch, President Renee Elertson, Vice President Gordon Holten, Treasurer

Thank you !!!

The Parish Records

Transfer: † Harvey & Ardell Jewel to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Prairie du Sac, WI

Deaths: † Victor L. Lund. Funeral June 23, 2012 at Zion. † Erna A. Fletcher. Funeral June 28, 2012 at Zion. † Hazel A. Paulson. Private service at funeral home.

Attention Expecting Parents!

Please remember to contact Leigh at the church office with information including your name, address, contact phone number, and due date of baby. This way we can be prepared for when the baby does arrive to “shower” you with some meals. 715-526-2017 or email famlife@shawanozion.org

E-mail Addresses for…..

Pastor Berninghaus.. pastor@shawanozion.org Leigh Welander… famlife@shawanozion.org Georgia Stapleton… nurse@shawanozion.org Debbie / Office ….. zion@shawanozion.org

Please update your address book today!

P Ladies Evening Bible Study will meet Monday, July 9th at 6:30 in the library. We will not meet in August!

P Faith Circle will meet the 3rd Thursday of the month starting July 19th at 1:00 in Room 101. P Afternoon Bible Study will meet the 4th Thursday of the month at 1:00 in Room 101. P Items Needed for the LWR Kits! Back-to-school sales are starting—please shop for School Kit items. We also need: cloth for flat-fold diapers and diaper pins.

What happened to that bowl? It might be here at Zion! Anyone who has dishes left at Zion please stop by to pick them up before the rummage sale or they could be included in the rummage sale! Please check the table downstairs for any dishes you may have left here. Thank you!

Missionary for a Day By: Anita Hartman By: Lois Krause In memory of her brother Glenn Hartman By: Howard & Roberta Buenting By: Donna Weishoff In memory of her husband Loyal.

Church in Society By: Kathie Schutt By: John & Dejon Polzin By: Lois Kruse In memory of Edward Hartman

Health Ministry By: Lois Kruse In memory of Helen Kaurala’s mother, Aune Kaurala By: Anita Hartman In memory of Helen Kaurala’s mother, Aune Kaurala

Youth - Camp Scholarships By: James Yeakey Helen Kaurala

National Youth Gathering By: James Yeakey

Endowment By: Steve & Sandy Rhode By: Marian Ellis In memory of Rudy Ellis

Park Sound System Fund By: Donna & Jerry Milbauer In memory of Victor Lund

Undesignated By: Ken & Bonnie Wolf In honor of Pastor Sherven’s Retirement By: Kalvin & Cheryl Boettcher In honor of Pastor Sherven’s Retirement By: Ed & Arlene Fenney In honor of their 69th Wedding Anniversary

Health Ministry Dates At A Glance...

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. – Evening Exercise Class Fellowship Hall. New comers always welcome! No need to pre-register. Nancy Schultz, Exercise Leader Wednesday, July 4: Happy 4th of July! Saturday & Sunday, July 14 & 15: Blood Pressure Checks Thursdays, July 12 & 26: In-Stitches 1:00 p.m., Commons

From Your Parish Nurse...

First, thank you to Zion Lutheran for the ability to attend Concordia University twice in May. The first time was Parish Nurse training. I was able to return with numerous new and updated resources to utilize in serving. The camaraderie among participants was enlightening. The second week was the annual Concordia Parish Nurse conference. I was able to attend at a student rate. The speakers and workshops at the conference were very informative, ranging from the trials of our returning veterans, women’s leadership, to the benefits of community gardening. Each day at Concordia was rewarding. Thank you so much for these opportunities.

Second, as we think about summer with the temperatures in the 90s on some recent days, I’d just like to mention the im-portance of staying well hydrated. It seems quite common sensical, but this simple piece of caring for ourselves and our family members can not only save discomfort, but also Emergency Room visits. Young children and el-derly adults are the most at risk.

Recommendations include drinking at least 8 eight oz. glasses of water for adults and 8 six oz. glasses of water for children. Keep in mind sugar and caffeine tend to dehydrate the body, so better to stay away from those types of beverages. Also, it is suggested to keep clothing light weight and light colored. Plan outdoor activities for very early in the day. Eating fleshy and fresh fruits also helps combat dehydration – fruits such as mangos, water melons and other melons.

The Bellin Run, for example was still held this year despite the heat, partly because extra precautions were taken to keep the runners hydrated. Our body’s electrolyte system is a check and balance for our well being, so keep the fluids near-by. Enjoy the summer by staying comfortable and safe. Georgia Stapleton, RN Parish Nurse

Gifts and Memorials June 4—24, 2012

Peace Through Grief

The Fox Cities Affinity Visiting Nurses Association is supporting a six week program called Peace through Grief.

Tuesdays, August 7—Sept. 11 ~ 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Please register by calling 920-727-2000. The purpose of the pro-gram is to look at the many pieces of life that are affected by loss.

Ascension Lutheran in Navarino is hos�ng “Thee Big Event” August 25 ~ 9am—9pm

Musical guests, speakers, food, inflatables, kid’s games, & more!

Hello, my name is Pastor Gisele Berninghaus, most folks call me Pastor Gisele. I am looking forward to working with you and getting to know the congregation and your ministry at Zion. I hope to get to know you over these next few months as I get acquainted and I invite you to introduce yourselves to me and help me get to know you and the gifts/talents God has given you. A little information about me: I live in Appleton with my husband Tim and I have been an ordained pastor for 26 years. My past ministry includes calls in Caribou and Stockholm, Maine as well as Kankakee, IL. I was the

mission developer for an ecumenical ministry with the Deaf community and served as pastor of that ministry for 13 years before participating in the training for Intentional Interim ministry. Most recently I served the congregation of St. John's in Marion. My calling with you folks at Zion as your interim pastor will be two fold. First, I will ensure that pastoral ministry is done; preaching and presiding at Holy Communion, baptisms, weddings and funerals. Second, I will guide the congregation through this time of transition as you determine the goals for your future ministry. So the ministry and service of this con-gregation will continue while I am working with you; I will preach and lead worship. With the help of your congregation's leadership, we will reflect on where God is calling Zion and how your gifts might be used for future ministry. One of the treasures I value in our Lutheran heritage is our understanding of the "priesthood of all Believers." St. Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 12: 4-7 "There are different kinds of spiritual gifts, but the same Spirit gives them. There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served. There are dif-ferent abilities to perform service, but the same God gives to everyone ability for particular service. The Spirit's presence is shown in some way in each person, for the good of all." So what are your gifts and how is God calling you to use your gifts and talents? Please stop in the office to introduce yourself and ask questions too so that together we can learn and grow. God's Peace, Pastor Gisele

Who/What Is This Intentional Interim Pastor?

Six awesome Zion youth spent a week in June at Confirmation camp at Imago Dei Village. They spent the week in worship, Bible study, group build-ing activities, camp fires, and many other fun God-based experiences. The week centered around the Holy Spirit and what the Holy Spirit means to our life.

Confirmation Camp Was Fantastic!

Gabby Krueger, Meghan Hoffman, Landan Holtz, Alex Zimmerman, Kale McHugh, and Josh Schill

attended camp!

Zion’s Annual

&

Bake

Please schedule your calendars to

volunteer the week of July

30 - August 4 for set-up, pric-ing, selling, and

take-down!

Direct any questions to Donna & Jerry

Milbauer.

Zion Picnic

Sunday, July 15

at the Shawano County Park

Rummage Sale August 2 - 3 - 4

● Thursday 8am - 4pm ● Friday 8am - 4pm ● Saturday 8am - Noon

Bake Sale - Aug 2 - 3

● Thursday 8am - 4pm ● Friday 8am - 4pm

Rummage donations

may be brought to

Zion’s fellowship hall thru

August 1st.

Bring a dish to share: A—M …. Dessert N—Z ….. Salad

Zion will provide hot dogs, hamburgers, orange drink & water.

Save the date for good food, a fun time, a chance to meet new people, and have a few laughs!

Bingo! Prizes! Games! Fun for everyone!!

JULY FOCUS ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH 1254 SOUTH UNION STREET SHAWANO WI 54166-3461 Address Service Requested

FOCUS is published monthly by Zion Lutheran Church. 1254 S. Union St., Shawano, WI 54166 Rev. Gisele Berninghaus, Interim Pastor Leigh Welander, Minister of Family Life Rev. Howard Buenting, Visitation Georgia Stapleton, Parish Nurse Debbie Bernard, Admin. Assistant Rev. James Sack, Missionary to Japan Phone: 715-526-2017 e-mail: zion@shawanozion.org Web site: www.shawanozion.org

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