Glory of Christ Lutheran Church Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

4040 County Road 101 No.

Plymouth, MN 55446

Office phone763-478-6031 www.gloryofchrist.org Pastor: Rev. Klemet Preus Asst: Jo Ellen Braun

Assistant Pastor for Missions: Rev. John Fehrmann Visitation Pastor: Rev. Dean Weibel

Organists: Carla Claussen, Zelda Malo, Maddie Marshall & Sarah Miller, Adult Choir Director: Carla Claussen

Bell Choir Director: Brenda Richards, Music Coordinator: Zelda Malo, Children’s Bell Director: Ellie Leimer

January 2011

Vacation Bible School returning to Glory of Christ!

June 13-16, 2011

Pastor Preus Cell Phone: (763) 438-2375 (Pastor can be reached anytime on his Cell phone)

Church Office Telephone: (763) 478-6031 Church Fax: (763) 478-3970

Church e-mail: joellen@gloryofchrist.org

Pastor’s Home Telephone: (763) 519-0459

“Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in

heaven”

Church Elders: Church Elders: Church Elders: Church Elders:

Bill Anderson Carl Hartness Dave Koosman Garry McCreary Mike Olson Bruce Paradis Jason Paradis Ben Rolf ******************* President of Congregation:President of Congregation:President of Congregation:President of Congregation: Roger Hargreaves Treasurer: Treasurer: Treasurer: Treasurer: Jesse Huber Secretary: Secretary: Secretary: Secretary: Church Council: Church Council: Church Council: Church Council: Travis Dorweiler Eileen Esget Marcus Olson Mike Lindh Russell McBroom Chuck McGriff Brenda Richards Tim Trautman

The VBS task force is very pleased that the congregation agreed to provide the funds for a top notch VBS this Summer. Our first meeting of the year was enormously productive as we have procured the services of Diane Meyer, an experienced LCMS church worker who will help coordinate the effort. Please save the date – Jun 13-16. Our goal is 70 kids and 100% involvement of the congregation. Anyone interested in early registration please contact Dawn Rolf or Naomi Teske. Please look for a signup sheet in the Narthex which will provide opportunities to help.

Getting to Communion and Back

Plus some questions of casuistry regarding the Sacrament

Since we have recently combined the two Sunday services Communion takes a bit longer. In an effort

to expedite the distribution of the Sacrament the ushers have been given some new directions. Here

they are for all of you so that you can know what is expected of the ushers and so that you can work

with them in the process of ushering people to the altar in an orderly way.

1. Send no more than twelve and no less than ten people per table. This includes children unless they

are held by the parents.

2. Send the people to the altar when the elders begin serving the cup to the previous table. The people

can stand in the pew for a minute as they wait. This means that there is less time between each

table.

3. Send people to the altar on the left side during the distribution of the sacrament to the elders and

pastor. Just make sure that we have finished singing the Agnus Dei.

4. Try not to divide families. Rather then divide a family of six when there are only three spots, simply

skip them, send up two or three and return to the family later. This means that you might have to

plan ahead as you send people to the altar.

5. If guests ask you (the usher or any member for that matter) if they may commune please refer

them to the communion card where it says to talk to the pastor. This encourages guests to think

about these matters before the service begins and it encourages our members to plan to talk to

the pastor if they are bringing family or friends with them to church.

There are a couple of questions which people have asked about going to communion which may also

have occurred to others.

1. Q. I love to sing and it invariably happens that we are singing my favorite hymn when it’s my time

to commune. What can I do? A. Bring the hymnbook with you and sing while you are waiting in

the aisle.

2. Q. What type of kids should be brought to the altar? A. Little kids. It makes them eager to receive

the Sacrament when they are older and it models a devout behavior. Older kids or adults should not

go to the altar unless they intend to commune.

3. Q. But isn’t there a blessing they receive at the altar. A. Yes, but it is really no different than the

Benediction or the Invocation which everyone gets in the pew. The reason kids go to the altar is to

model for them the importance of the Sacrament.

4. Q. Are there any prayers of preparation I should pray before Communing? A. The best preparation

is the Confession and Absolution but there are also some good prayers. Try the prayer on the inside

cover of the LSB or the prayer on p. 308 of the LSB entitled “For right reception of the Lord’s

Supper.”Another option is to read what the catechism says about Holy Communion which is

written on pages 326 and 327 of the hymnal. Prayers to speak after the Supper are written in your

bulletin.

5. Q. Some people make the sign of the cross right before they receive the sacrament. Is that a

good thing to do? A. Martin Luther certainly thought so and taught so. The sign of the cross is

intended to remind us of our baptism and at the altar we are reminded that He who began a

good work in us at our baptism is completing this work in us through the Lord’s Supper.

If you have other questions about the distribution of the sacrament or any other questions relating to it,

then ask them of me and I will answer them in next month’s newsletter of course without revealing the

source of the question.

Pastor Preus

Those ministries which are supported by

Glory of Christ through her

Offerings of time, money, prayer and

Hard work

Confessional Lutheran Educational Foundation (CLEF) arranges educational

opportunities for Lutheran throughout the world and is that agency which organizes

the annual trip to the Philippines for Glory of Christ.

Luther Academy organizes conference and lectures for Lutheran pastors throughout

the world in an attempt to improve the theological training of ministers in many

corners of the globe.

University Lutheran Chapel provides ministry to the students at the University of

Minnesota. Their’s is a Biblical, Confessional, Liturgical ministry much like that of

Glory of Christ - although with a younger congregation.

The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod is the church body to which Glory of Christ

has attached itself and has membership. This church body has 6000 congregation and

enjoys a partnership with dozens of confessional church bodies throughout the world.

LCMS World Relief and Hunan Care is the mercy arm of the Lutheran Church

Missouri Synod and provides personnel and financial help to distressed people

throughout the world – from earthquake survivors in Haiti to Tsunami victims in

Southeast Asia, from flood drenched churches Louisiana to tornado victims in the

Midwest – the work of mercy paves ways for the good news of Christ also to be

shared.

The Lutheran Church of the Philippines is a church body of 30 pastor and almost

100- congregations. Annual a team of five workers travels to the Philippines to help

building churches or parsonages while Pastor Preus teaches theology to the pastors of

that country.

Issues Etc. is a radio talk show which uses the airwaves to provide provocative

discussions on timely theology issues always making certain that the gospel of Christ

is spoken clearly to an ever increasing audience.

Concordia Theological Seminary of Ft. Wayne Indiana is one of the largest

seminaries in the world and has a stellar reputation of producing thoughtful,

confessional and dedicated pastors.

Services in the month of January

January 9, 2011. Baptism of our Lord. This Sunday is traditionally the story of the

baptism of Christ which teaches us that Christ through His baptism began his work of

salvation and that we through ours are connected with his salvation. Further this text

shows us the Holy Trinity and the wonderful work of God in our salvation.

January 16, 2011. The second Sunday after Epiphany. The story of Christ

changing water into wine (John 2:1-11) should be one of your favorite Bible stories

not because it is a strong text which shows that Christ blesses marriage and the

consumption of wine but more importantly because through this miracle Christ gave a

clear proof that he is the promised Christ who has come to shower all of God’s

blessings on his people.

January 23, 2011. The third Sunday after Epiphany. Christ worked two impressive

healing miracles as told in this Sunday’s gospel lesson, Matthew 8:1-13. In each he

shows what He wants our faith in Him to be like. He wants us to believe that he is

willing and that he is able to save and forgive us.

January 30, 2011. The fourth Sunday after Epiphany. The gospel lesson is the

story of Jesus calming the raging sea. In the story Jesus tells his disciples and us

“don’t be afraid.” But he is not content simply to talk. He also provides a reason why

we can trust his encouragement never to fear.

February 6, 2011. The Fifth Sunday after Epiphany. This Sunday is actually pretty

rare since Epiphany rarely has five Sundays. This year Easter is very late and we are

treated to a text which tells us about the church – the parable of the good seed and the

weeds. It’s a lesson that leaves judgment to God and tells us to be patient in

attempting to understand the motives and faith of others

Thank you to all the musicians that sang and/or played an

instrument or organized music during the holiday season. It is amazing how beautiful the orchestra before Christmas Eve

sounded without even practicing. Just a tribute to the talent

that we at Glory of Christ have in our members. We are truly

blessed. All of the additional singing and playing has really

been great and is appreciated. It is special that you are willing to share your talents with the other members in our church.

Director of Music - Zelda Malo

OUR MUSIC STAFF:

Church Organists: Carla Claussen, Zelda Malo, Maddie Marshall, & Sarah Miller

Music Coordinator: Zelda Malo 763-972-3710

Adult Choir Director: Carla Claussen 651-697-1117 (practice Wednesday’s at 7:30)

Bell Choir Director: Brenda Richards 763-476-6981 (practice Wednesday’s at 6:30

Children’s Bell Choir Director: Ellie Leimer 952-294-4200 (practice Wednesday’s at 4:30)

Jan 2nd Jan 9th 16-Jan 23-Jan 30-Jan

COFFEE SERVERS: M. Olson B. Larson M. Swenson P. Hemingway D. Weibel

D. Olson J. Larson K. Swenson M. Scharlau D. Weibel

ACOLYTES:

9:00 AM M. Swenson C. Anderson M. Swenson D. Corey D. Schoolman

CRUCIFER

9:00 AM J. Olson

ELDERS:

9:00 AM

USHERS:

9:00 AM B. Anderson C. Houck R. Olson D. Werts J. Olson

T. Beach C. Olson T. Trautman J. Olson

ALTAR GUILD; S. Karius J. Diemand C. McCreary J. Larson J. Koosman

J. Karius B. Schoolman S. Torkelson G. McGriff K. Swenson

OFFERING L. Beck C. Smith A. Strom C. Kuenzel J. Eickhoff

COUNTERS: C. Hartness C. Smith B. Strom D. Kuenzel J. Eickhoff

BREAD BAKER C. McCreary G. McGriff K. Dorweiler E. McBroom C. Zitzlsperger

BREAD DELIVERER L. Beck C. Hartness J. Preus R. Decker C. Hartness

1/03/000 Janel Koosman Birthday

1/03/000 Jim and Amy Durand Anniversary

1/06/000 Seth Paradis Birthday

1/06/000 Robbie Zitzlsperger Birthday

1/08/000 Mike Swenson Birthday

1/08/000 Tom Richards Birthday

1/08/000 Rhonda Berry Birthday

1/09/000 Leo and Eileen Esget Anniversary

1/09/000 Christopher Corey Birthday

1/12/000 Linda Thompson Birthday

1/17/000 Michelle Nelson Birthday

1/17/000 Jesse & Darcie Mathwig Anniversary

1/20/000 Heather Knea Birthday

1/20/000 Edwin and Arta Walter Anniversary

1/22/000 Ryan Koosman Birthday

1/29/000 Mike Thorson Birthday

1/30/000 Amy Durand Birthday

Upcoming Event Dates

Month Day Time Event

March 20 5:00pm Pasta Dinner

April 16 9:00am Workshop

April 30 7:00 pm Confirmand

May 1 9:00 am Confirmation

May 4-6 Congress on

May 6 Silent Auction

June Progressive Dinner

June 13-16 VBS

JANUARY 20 - the Compassion Circle will begin sewing on

quilts at 9:00 a.m. Anyone interested in helping is invited to come and help cut and sew. Bring a sack lunch and we will

stay into the afternoon. On February 7th, we will also begin

sewing at 9:00 a.m. with our regular meeting of devotion,

dessert and fellowship starting at 1:00. Again, anyone is

welcome to join us.

The Compassion Circle is collecting New Mittens and Hats for "Project Early Kindergarten". These little children often arrive without hands and heads covered! There is a box located under the Christmas tree in the narthex for your donations!

Help needed, Saturday

January 15th: to take down the Christmas decorations. Please meet at Church at 9:00 am. It will take about 1 ½ hours; the time can be shortened with more people. Please plan on attending.

GOT PICTURES? If you

have any pictures of the

church building which are

unique, or pictures of recent

social events at the church

please send them to:

pictures@goloryofchrist.org so that we can put them on

our new website.

Back by popular demand

An opportunity for fun, fellowship and a

great product in the end! Basket making class Saturday, January 29th

at Glory of Christ.

Jo Guttormson is returning to lead a class on making a

basket. In October, several Glory of Christ women had a fun

time doing this. We will meet in the morning at 9am, take a

short break for lunch (bring your own lunch) and put the final

touches on the basket shortly after.

Please sign up on the table in the Narthex, or email or call Beth

Schoolman to sign up 763-475-9393 schoolman@earthlink.net

We will be making the muffin basket.

7 x 11 x 3 1/2 tall. No handles 4 color rows, will bring choices. Cost - $30

Month Day Time Event January 30 11:30-4:00 Tubing

February 25th 5:00

Timberwolves and

Lockin

March 20th 4-8 pm Pasta Dinner

May 1st Paint Ball

May 22nd 12-7:00pm Canoeing

July 10-15 Higher Things

Tubing

Join us on Sunday, December 30th for tubing. We will meet have Bible Class after Church on around 11:45; order pizza then go tubing. Look for additional details via email.

Glory of Christ Lutheran Church Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

4040 State Hwy. 101 No. Plymouth, MN 55446 Office: (763) 478-6031 www.gloryofchrist.org

Rev. Klemet Preus – Pastor Jo Ellen Braun– Admin Asst.

Service Schedule

Sunday Service 9:00 am

Saturday Night 5:00 pm

Bible Class 10:20 am

Sunday School 10:20 am