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Our Mission Statement: To GATHER as God’s family, To GROW in Grace, To GO in Faith, Love & Service
A CELEBRATION AND THANK YOU
Council President Larry Johnson introducing
Pastor Greg Johnson and his family.
Council President Larry Johnson introducing Pastor
Greg Johnson and his family at the Jan. 5th
worship service.
Great food and fellowship
Pastor Richard Foster’s last Sunday as
BVLC’s Interim Pastor.
THE TIDINGS: A monthly Newsletter for Family & Friends of Beaver Valley
February, 2014
Great food and fellowship was
enjoyed by all as we welcomed
Pastor Greg to Beaver Valley on
January 5th
and thanked Interim
Pastor Richard Foster for his
ministry.
26214 484th Avenue PO Box 128
Brandon, SD 57005 Phone: 582-3504
Fax: 582-3035
OFFICE EMAIL: [email protected]
TIDINGS & BULLETIN CONTRIBUTIONS:
WEBSITE: www.beavervalleylutheran.org
WEBSITE CONTRIBUTIONS:
BEAVER VALLEY
STAFF
Pastor Greg Johnson Pastor
[email protected] Church office 605-582-3504
Cell 605-940-5875
Larry Johnson Council President
[email protected] Church office 605-582-3504
Cell 605-357-1230
Vyonne Manning Church Office
Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm [email protected]
Janet Andersen Website Administrator
Ruth Tieszen Organist
Shelly Berg Choir Director
Gingi Hanson Choir Accompanist
Sharil Kirschman-Rollag 2/1
Michael Tieszen 2/2
Shannon Backer 2/3
Darcie Johnson 2/4
Morgan Johnson 2/4
Kolton Kessler 2/4
Arlyn Surdez 2/5
Jefferson Myers 2/6
Doris Phillips 2/6
Carol Rupolii 2/6
Brady DeJong 2/8
Elizabeth Jensen 2/8
Marlys Sands 2/8
Kyle Swenson 2/8
Kimberly Cerwick 2/9
Kobi Green 2/9
Richard Rupolii 2/9
Harlene Drew 2/10
Derek Dreyer 2/10
Brittany Mehlhaf 2/12
Marcella Flier 2/13
Crystal Holbrook 2/13
John Sherman 2/13
Burnie Burkman 2/14
Ethan Clow 2/15
Sue Olson 2/15
Leonard Bonander 2/16
Keaton Jackson 2/16
Morgan Beck 2/17
Chelsea Nelson 2/17
Jamie Sherman 2/17
David Elofson 2/18
Riley Parker 2/18
Tara Scholten 2/18
Andrew Hedman 2/19
Michael Lere 2/19
Amelia Nelson 2/21
Ken Olson 2/21
Linda Wingate 2/21
Morgan Bobzien 2/22
Gail Hermanson 2/22
Krista Burkman 2/23
Dale Hanson 2/23
Kathryn Reisenweber 2/25
Travis Green 2/26
Richard Steuerwald 2/29
Please pray for our
members on their
special day…
* INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:
In the event of inclement weather, please check the KELO website at
www.KELOLAND.com for cancellation of church.
If you call the church office, 582-3504, there will be a recorded voice-
mail message to keep you informed about services. Pastor and the
Council president will decide prior to 8:00 am on Sunday mornings
regarding weather conditions and worship cancellation.
“Silence and Simplicity”
The wind is blowing hard this January morning. It’s a steady wind of thirty miles an hour blowing light
snow into my face as I stand by myself outside the church office door. It is very mild out still. I am able to
stand for some minutes and face into the wind and just let the small snowflakes hit my face. I feel small, and
yet very much alive. I am impressed with a giant wind and a giant world into which I am placed for a little
while.
Even with the wind whipping the branches of leafless trees together, it is silent. There is a simplicity to
this moment that I need to find more often.
Henri Nouwen, Catholic priest, writer, pastor and friend to the western church, perfectly captures my
need for silence--a silence that will allow the voice of God through the word come to me—in this prayer:
“O Lord Jesus, it is so hard to be silent, silent with my mouth, but even more, silent with my
heart. There is so much talking going on within me. It seems that I am always involved in inner
debates with myself, my friends, my enemies, my supporters, my opponents, my colleagues, and my
rivals. But this inner debate reveals how far my heart is from you. If I were simply to rest at your feet
and realize that I belong to you and you alone, I would easily stop arguing with all the real and
imagined people around me….I know that in the silence of my heart you will speak to me and show me
your love. Give me, O Lord, that silence. Let me be patient and grow slowly into this silence in which
I can be with you. Amen.”
Henri Nouwen, Cry of Mercy
I am praying that we can “grow slowly into a silence” that will settle over Beaver Valley in the coming
weeks. We are not far from the beginning of Lent (Ash Wednesday, March 5th
). The season of Lent is a time in
the church that encourages simplicity. Come straight from work if you need to for simple food, good fellowship
and end of day worship that quietly washes over each person with a kind of silence that God will use….each of
us feeling small, but very much alive as God’s word of grace centers us again.
Will you already this February consider making the Wednesday nights of Lent a priority this year? We
will eat first always this year (5:30-6:30 p.m.--time for more to get off work and get here for a simple supper),
then worship beginning at 6:45 p.m. More details in next month’s newsletter, but for now, my winter day
craving for more gusts of wind and snow and simplicity that keep my mind from too much trouble and worry—
focusing instead upon the privilege and wonder that come with being God’s child alive to live at least one more
day in this worthwhile world.
Blessings
Pastor Greg Johnson
Lent 2014—“God’s Abiding Love”
With our eyes focused upon the spring-time promise of Easter,
we will gather for simple nights of Lenten fellowship. Both in
the breaking of bread and the renewing act of evening worship,
we will be the living Church.
Beginning on Ash Wednesday, March 5th
the Beaver Valley
community will begin the forty day tradition of Lent.
Groups within the church will serve simple meals (5:30 p.m. to
6:30 p.m.).
Evening worship beginning at 6:45 p.m. will help us remember
that it is “God’s Abiding Love” that is our beginning and
ending hope.
Preaching themes delving into the 40 day devotional (daily
bible readings, Henri Nouwen’s meditations and prayers) that
each household in the congregation will be given.
A great time to invite guests to come and experience the humble welcome of our
congregation with childcare provided for those who want to come and see.
More details firmed up in the March newsletter!
Nancy and I wish to say as completely as we can, “thank you!” for such a
kind welcome into the Beaver Valley family of faith. We continue to talk
of the kindness we have experienced already, even yet as we get organized
to begin the physical move from our Tea home of fifteen years into a new (yet to be found acre
to build on?!!) home in the Brandon area.
We want you to know that we are glad to be here. We want you to know that we pray with you
and walk along side and sing with you in this wonderful place!
Joining in the work,
Greg and Nancy Johnson
We Need theMissing Letters...
Alphabet Letter Chosen ________ � No Letter Preference
Name ____________________________________________________________
In Honor of ________________________________________________________
In Memory of ______________________________________________________
South Side: ________ Letters @ $68 ea. ______________________
West Side: ________ Letters @ $38 ea. ______________________
TOTAL ENCLOSED __________________
Make checks payable to: BEAVER VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCHMemo: Letter Fund
B E A V E R V A L L E Y L U T H E R A N C H U R C HE L C A
Leave a lasting legacy at Beaver ValleyLutheran Church by purchasing a letter forthe church signage. There are two opportunities to contribute to the fund drive.
There are 30 letters for sale on the southside of the building at $68 each. The westside brick sign has 30 letters for sale at $38each. Letters are going fast, but you canstill purchase a letter in honor of a familymember, your own name, or in memory ofa loved one.
The Evangelism Committee will also behosting an auction after coffee fellowshipon Sunday, February 9. You may contributeyour Time & Talents by donating items tobe auctioned, or you can join in the fun ofbidding and buy one of the many auctionpackages up for grabs!
Contact Ging Hanson or Janet Andersenfor more information.
Thank You for your generous gifts!$2,536 has been raised to-date. Fund Goal: $3,800
Add your name to this list of contributors...Letter Contributed by In Memory and/or Honor of…A Denis & Janet Andersen In Memory of Ev & Dorice AndersenR Harold Arnott In Memory of Ruth ArnottB Lanny & Sylvia Benson In Honor of Our Children & GrandchildrenAny letter Bruce & Lynne Bonander For Our ChurchAny letter Leonard Bonander For Our ChurchB & B John & Crystal Burkman In Memory of Burton BurkmanY Marvin & Linda Burkman Katelyn, Kendra, and all YouthELCA Todd & Linda Dawley In Honor of Our Children & GrandchildrenL Greg & Shannon DeVaney In Honor of Our Marriage on 08.01.2009 at BVLCAny letter Joel & Beth Flier In Memory of Leon DeBoerR Pastor Richard Foster The Faithful of This ParishAny letter Harlan & Linda Gjoraas In Honor of Our Children & GrandchildrenH & H Dale & Krista Hanson In Memory of Dean & Iona HansonH Dan & Gingi Hanson In Memory of Hulda OlsonAny letter Mike & Cheryl Hluchy In Memory of Gerald & Martha PollyN Helen Jacobson In Memory of Alex & Ethel NordstromAny letter Eileen Jacobson In Honor of Jack Sittig & Dylan TompkinsE & E Jim & JoAnn Keyser In Honor of Eldora & Emmett KeyserAny letter Mary Lee For Our ChurchL Cory & Lori Maunu and Lucas In Honor of “L” for Lucas!Any letter Michele Olesen For Our ChurchL Ken Olson In Memory of Linda OlsonC Curt & Doris Phillips In Memory of George & Inda PhillipsR & R Art & Bev Richert In Honor of Louise Cronn
In Memory of Art Richart, Gladys Wray, Marvin CronnCLARA Dennis & Joan Schuette In Memory of Clara NussbaumAny letter Jerry & Janet Scott For Our ChurchN Don & Donna Seiler In Memory of Helen Hendricks, Ben & Stella SeilerV & V Jeff & Twyla Voldseth In Honor of Our Children & GrandchildrenL & L Tom & Linda Wingate In Honor of Our Children & Grandchildren
Free Month of Yoga ClassesHaircut & StyleOil Change
Babysitting ServiceHousecleaning ServiceLandscaping Service
9 Holes of GolfBreakfast in Bed Package:
Caramel Rolls & Coffee
Kid’s Decorated Birthday CakeHand crocheted baby blanket
Card CreationsWatercolor Painting
Food Shepherd’s MealHandmade Quilt
Homemade Baked GoodsWoodworking
Crafts of any Kind
Save the Date!Sunday, February 9
During Coffee Fellowship at 10:30 a.m.
Do you have a time or talent you can donate for the Auction?Fill out this form and drop it in the Offering Plate
— or —
Contact Gingi Hanson: 582-6448 or [email protected]
Here are just a few idea startersfor services that can be donated:
� Yes! I would like to donate my service(s) to the Auction.Name of Time or Talent(s) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Your Name__________________________________________________________Phone Number ______________________________________________________
Proceeds go to the “Buy A Letter” campaign.
A Growing Church, A Growing People—
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 7:00 p.m.
“A night of conversation and prayerful reflection about the next steps forward
for our congregation—laying the groundwork for expanded leadership
development and ministry offerings.”
I am the one who, perhaps a bit selfishly, offers an open invitation to the adult members
of Beaver Valley to join in a first night of conversation about the future of Beaver Valley. I say
“selfishly” only because I want to hear more about your dreams and prayers for this congregation
as I yet learn names and get a feel for the talents and treasures of this congregation. I need to
gain more knowledge sooner rather than later as my mind is already thinking of this upcoming
fall and the kinds of ministries that we will be sharing with one another and those whom we
haven’t even met yet.
It is impossible for me to spell out where a night like this will lead. We know we want to
set a course:
+ to confidently and yet humbly grow the faith of this community so that others might
find food for the soul here.
+ to make our case for a “mission developing” or “mission renewal” grant application.
+ to say clearly to one another that people who are renewed and confident in their own
faith are the ones who then share the Good News of Jesus with others (often not even knowing
that they are doing it!)
I am yet working on the framework for the night. I know that we will open with a prayer
and close with a devotion that our conversations will birth. I know that we will challenge one
another to find what it is from our past that we want to hold on to and what from our past can be
left behind. We will listen to one another dream when asked, “What is God doing with us now
and what will Beaver Valley Lutheran look like in five years?” We will importantly “dream big”
as well as then come back to the reality of “starting small” as we make sure that there is a
sustainable pace to the work that we will chart.
I am thankful to those who will change their plans to attend this night. Childcare will be
provided. Coffee and Tea will be available. Come in comfortable clothes. Bring a bible if you
remember to do so.
With you in Ministry,
Pastor Greg
ST. DYSMAS WORSHIP OPPORTUNITY
MARCH 6
by Bev Maxwell
Beaver Valley Lutheran Church has been invited to
attend the St. Dysmas Worship Service on
Thursday, March 6, 2014 at 5:45 pm at the Main
Penitentiary Bldg. We need completed DOC (Dept.
of Corrections) Approval Forms, Release forms,
and Waiver of Liability forms by SUNDAY,
FEBRUARY 16, 2014. Those who attended last
year felt blessed by the service and visiting with the
inmates. Please contact Bev Maxwell for the forms
and any questions at 605-335-1576 or contact her at
church.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22
7:00 AM
All men are invited to a men’s breakfast on
Saturday, February 22 at 7am for great
fellowship – chat about anything – good
company – and not to mention a hearty
breakfast!
CELEBRATE WITH US!
Sunday, February 2, 2014
For the installation of the
Reverend Greg Johnson
with
Bishop David B. Zellmer presiding
at 9:30am Worship Service and 10:30am Coffee Fellowship
CHURCH IN SOCIETY
The focus for the Year Round Giving Tree for the month of February will
be the St. Francis House. St. Francis is located in Sioux Falls and provides
meal and short term housing for people who are in need. The following is
a list of items they desire:
*coffee, coffee creamer and sugar *fabric softener sheets *laundry soap *bleach *postage stamps
*diapers (all sizes) *paper products (toilet paper, paper towels, napkins) Cold Cereals
Bags of Chips *coffee, coffee creamer and sugar *cold cereals * bags of chips
If you are able to provide any of these items, please bring them to church and place under the Giving Tree which is located on the lower level across from the elevator. Thank you for your generosity and support this mission project!
Meals on Wheels for MARCH Once again, Beaver Valley's month to deliver Meals-on-Wheels is March 2014. If you would
like to help with this great service in Brandon a sign up calendar will be posted by the church
office. It only takes about an hour at noon to deliver the meals-and what a great way to help
others! If you have any questions call Beth Flier 582-3326 home 261-3796 cell
~ HOW YOU CAN HELP ~
Beaver Valley delivers meals to Brandon community shut-ins during the months of March, August. During
these months, we are in need of people to help deliver these meals. The meals are picked up at Split Rock
Towers on Teakwood about 11:50 am. The manager needs to be buzzed so you can get into the Towers to get
the red and blue bags from the kitchen. Then they are exchanged for new ones from the driver. There is a list
of names and their addresses with directions on how to get to the houses.
First deliver the meals within the Towers and then deliver the rest of the meals. Depending upon the number of
people receiving meals, it takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour to deliver them. It is a very rewarding
experience and families with children may want to consider making it a family service project before school
starts. Please sign up to help on the bulletin board by the office.
QUILTERS MEET
Wednesday Feb 12th, 9:00 am
We meet the second Wednesday
of every month to tie quilts with a
potluck lunch at noon. All women of the church are
encouraged and invited to join in the fellowship!
The quilts go to various individuals and organizations within the church, in the community, and
around the world. It’s a simple way to spread the love of
Jesus. For questions please call Verna Bendt, 582-7752.
KNITTING GROUP
MEETS
Wednesday Feb 12th & 26th
at 5:00pm
We meet the 2nd
and 4th
Wednesdays of the month
at 5pm. Please join us !
GOD’S CREATORS
GREETING CARD GROUP
will meet
Wednesday Feb. 5, 7:00 pm
Newcomers and Card Ideas are welcome!
We use them to send out for holidays, thinking of you,
and special occasions for shut-ins, military, college
kids and anyone “out of sight but not out of our
hearts.”
Bring a friend and come join in the fun of hand
making valentine cards.
If you have any questions, call Ardell Johnson, (605)
757-6273 or [email protected].
FOOD TO YOU
Grocery Cart
Mission Project
Please help as we collect food and
other items to help our neighbors in
need. We currently are collecting: Macaroni and Cheese and Toilet Paper
in the Sunshine grocery cart located downstairs by
the water fountain. Please help fill the cart!
BEAVER VALLEY
BOOK CLUB
Saturday, Feb 8th, 9:00 am
Join us for a fun hour at Annie’s
Coffee Shop in Garretson. It is very informal and
we meet monthly at 9 am on the second Saturday of
the month.
Come suggest your favorite books and bring your
friends. We will be discussing “Nineteen Minutes”
by Jodi Picoult this next meeting. (Don’t’ have to
read a book to attend.) We look forward to seeing
you there.
Sylvia Benson, Kate Brick, Virginia Pappenfus &
Janet Scott.
SAVE THE DATE!
Women’s Retreat
Weekend
January 16-18, 2015
Where: Joy Ranch, Florence, SD (northwest of
Watertown 10 miles)
When: Jan 10-12
Who: Any and ALL women!!!
What: This is a beautiful Lutheran retreat center
located in the country, you can do whatever you would
like....read a book, nap, watch DVD's, quilt, knit,
scrapbook, make cards, visit or just relax. You can
venture into Watertown where there is a mall, an antique
mall, a yarn store, a quilt shop, restaurants....the list is
endless of your weekend away.
Cost is $99.95/room (each room has two queen size
beds) all bedding and towels are furnished. Meals Hot
breakfast $8.00 +tax, lunch $10.00 +tax, supper $14.00
+ tax. $25.00 /person deposit required and we need a
minimum of 10 to sign up. Right now they are holding
8-10 rooms for us.
Each room is decorated very uniquely and there are two
huge rooms with tables to do your work on and then in
the center of it there is a huge fireplace surrounded with
leather furniture. Please think about a weekend away
with ladies any age is welcome to come and have fun!!!
A deposit of $25 per person will be due later this
summer to reserve your fun weekend away. Watch for
more information.
HOME VISITS
If you wish for someone to visit you in your home for conversation, prayer or Holy Communion, please contact the church office at 605-582-3504.
“And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I
will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will
hear.” - Isaiah
65:24
If you or your family members are in need of
prayer, our prayer warriors and congregation
members are here to pray for you. Please contact
the Pastor or call the church office at 582-3504
with your prayer concerns. You may privately have
the prayer warriors pray for you, or a name can be
printed in the Sunday bulletin for Pastor and the
congregation to pray together.
HOSPITAL VISITATION
If you are hospitalized for any reason, tell the
hospital (at the time of admission) that you
are a member of Beaver Valley Lutheran
Church.
Also, please request a family member to
contact the church office at 582-3504, if you
are unable to make the contact. If you leave
a message, please state which hospital you
are in as well as your room number, if
applicable.
In the event your hospitalization is due to
same-day surgery, please let the church office
know so that we can pray for your recovery in
the days that follow. At your request, we will
list your name in the bulletin under “prayers”
and/or add it to the “prayer chain.”
SIGN-UP TO SERVE:
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP HOUR
Do you have a birthday or anniversary you would like to celebrate
with your church family at coffee hour? Sign up for your “special”
date on the Hospitality sign-up form in the kitchen.
February 02 Call Committee
February 09 Evangelism Committee
February 16 Michele Olesen; Jeremy and Erin Olesen
February 23 Harlan & Linda Gjoraas; Emmett & JoAnn Keyser
Thank you to all who made fudge for the SDSP Inmates. This past Christmas Eve was another success as the
inmates were able to get 4 pieces of fudge. BVLC provided over 202 pieces in addition to all the other
organizations that provided fudge. The inmates thank you and I thank you for your efforts.
Bev Maxwell
A Big Special Thank You to everyone who donated to our Resident Santa Store! The residents truly enjoy
shopping and being able to give gifts to their families at Christmas time. Your thoughtfulness is greatly
appreciated.
Love & Blessings from the
Staff & Residents at Helping Hand
Assisted Living
Dear Beaver Valley Church Members,
Thank you for your gift of $156 toward the purchase of hygiene packets for Christmas for our Banquet
Christmas project this year for our Banquet guests and their children. Please know you are making a difference
in the lives of many people.
Sincerely,
Madeline Shields
Special Events Director
Dear Beaver Valley Lutheran Church,
Thank you for your recent gift of $750 to support the mission and ministry of the ELCA through ELCA Good
Gifts. Your generosity is appreciated now more than ever. Your gifts help grow our congregations, inspire new
leaders, engage young people in the life of this church, share the gospel with other and care for those living with
hunger and poverty. Thank you for your support.
In Christ,
Christina Jackson-Skelton
Executive Director,
Mission Advancement
A Very Special Thank You with Sincere Appreciation,
Thank you so much for the gift you gave us for Christmas. I was able to take the kids to dinner
( a rarity) and get them each a gift. I appreciate it so very much. God Bless you all.
Kerry Knudson & Crew
Dear Beaver Valley Church,
We want to thank you for all you did for our family this Christmas. There are not words to express how much
we appreciated everything you got & did for us. Thanks to you, Mom is driving a safe car everyday for work.
The kids are staying warm outside and we all very much enjoy the gifts. Thank you so much.
The Johnson Family
~ February 2014 ~
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
10:30a ACOA
2
9:30a Worship PASTOR’S INSTALLATION & Coffee Fellowship
10:30a SS and Confirmation
10:45a Evangelism Mtg
4:00p Boyscouts
3
8:00p Al-Anon
4
3-4:30p ELCA Pastors Text Study
4:00p Yoga
5
6:15p Choir
7:00 p God’s Creator Small Group 7:00p Personnel Mtg 7:00p Education Mtg
6
1:30p ELCA Crossroads Pastors Mtg.
5:45p Yoga
7
5:00p Wedding Rehearsal
8
9:00a Small Group Book Club 10:30a ACOA
4:00p Wedding Hamer/Stultz
9 9:30a Worship
10:30a SS and Confirmation
10:45 Coffee Fellowship-LETTER AUCTION & Meal
4:00p Pastor at Bethany Meadows Chapel
4:00p Boyscouts
10
8:00p Al-Anon
11
3-4:30p ELCA Pastors Text Study
4:00p Yoga
(Cemetery Mtg next month, 7pm)
12
9:00a Quilting
5:00p Knitting 6:15p Choir 7:00p Church In Society
13
5:45p Yoga 6:15 p Wedding Rehearsal 7:00p Council Mtg.
14
MARCH
5:00p Wedding
Lewis/Dawley
15
10:30a ACOA
16 9:30a Worship
NO SS/ Confirmation
4:00p Boyscouts
17
8:00p Al-Anon
18
11:30a Pastor
at Brandon Ministerial Assn Mtg.
3-4:30p ELCA Pastors Text Study
4:00p Yoga
19
6:15p Choir
7:00 pm
Worship/Music Mtg
7:00p Meeting “A Growing Church, A Growing People – A Night of Spiritual Renewal”
20
4:30 pm -Bethany Board Meeting
5:45p Yoga
21
22
7:00a BV Men’s Breakfast 10:30a ACOA
23 9:30a Worship
10:30a SS and Confirmation
10:45a WELCA Mtg
4:00p Boyscouts
24
8:00p Al-Anon
25
3-4:30p ELCA Pastors Text Study
4:00p Yoga
26
5:00p Knitting 6:15p Choir
27
5:45p Yoga
28
Notes:
Worship Leaders: February 2014
February 02 February 09 February 16 February 23
GREETERS: Upper Kathy Reisenweber/ Bob/Bev Maxwell Dennis/Joan Schuette Eileen Jacobson Megan Jacobson Janet Scott
Lower Jeff/Twyla Voldseth Dave/Ashley Matzke Harlan/Linda Gjoraas Mike/Cheryl Hluchy
USHERS: Don/Becky Nolte Brian/Cathy Roberts Dale/Krista Hanson Joel/Beth Flier
LECTOR: Jeff Boucher Maria Engels Sylvia Benson Janet Andersen
CHILDREN’S
SERMON: Tom Wingate Janet Scott Mary Lee Janet Andersen
CHURCH BELL: Marvin Burkman Marvin Burkman Marvin Burkman Marvin Burkman
COMMUNION STATIONS - February 16:
Jim & JoAnn Keyser, Harland & Linda Gjoraas, Katelyn Burkman & Emily Roberts
COMMUNION BREAD: Joan Schuette
POWERPOINT : Amy Johnson
Contact Judy Richards at 582-6182 or the church office if you cannot serve as scheduled.
AUCTION LUNCHEON
BBQs, Hotdogs, Chilidogs, Chips, Bars, Cold drink, Milk, Coffee
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9th 10:45 AM
PLEASE JOIN US
$3.00 ADULTS, $2.00 Children under 12
INCLUDES BBQ OR HOTDOG, CHIP, BARS & DRINK
(Additional BBQs or Hotdogs $1 each)
To benefit Beaver Valley’s “LETTER” campaign
BEAVER VALLEY CHURCH
CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES
December 09, 2013
Attendees: Janet Andersen (1st Term-2017) Larry Johnson (2nd Term-2017)
Doris Phillips (1st Term-2017) Brian Roberts (1st Term-2017)
Kate Brick (1st Term-2016) Ingrid Briggle (1st Term-2016) Todd Dawley (1st Term-2016) Denny Schuette (1st Term-2016) Georgia Backer (1st Term-2015) Dale Hanson (1st Term-2015)
Darcie Johnson (1st Term-2015) Mike Swenson (1st Term-2015)
Erin Olesen (1st Term-2014) Linda Wingate (1st Term-2014)
Absent: Kate Brick, Darcie Johnson, Erin Olesen
Call to Order: President, Larry Johnson
Devotions: Larry Johnson
Approval of prior meeting minutes: Secretary, Ingrid Briggle.
MMSC: Motion to approve November meeting minutes made by Georgia Backer and seconded by Doris Phillips. Motion carried.
Current Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer, Doris Phillips.
Current Treasurer’s Report is available for viewing in the Church Office.
Approval of Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer, Doris Phillips.
MMSC: Motion to approve November Treasurer’s report made by Linda Wingate and seconded by Georgia Backer. Motion carried.
Old Business: 1. The Media Project installation has been completed and all bills have been paid. MMSC: Motion
made to leave the $202 Thrivent Funds in the General Fund to cover the final bill for the Media
Project. Motion made by Todd Dawley and seconded by Ingrid Briggle. Motion carried.
2. The Evangelism Committee needs to make additional changes to the New Membership form. Several
updates and clarifications were identified during the most recent sign-up for New Members Sunday.
3. The report format to use to complete the annual report for each of the committees was distributed and
reviewed.
4. Treasurer informed Council that the two remaining checking accounts assigned to the Library and
Choir Director will be closed out. The monies left over in the Library account will be added to the
Education Committee. Monies left over in the Choir Director account will be added to the Worship
and Music Committee.
New Business: 1. Final 2014 Budget was reviewed. Additional minor changes were identified. Once updates are
completed, Treasurer will send out via email for Council approval.
2. MMSC: Motion made authorizing the Treasurer to submit a check for $300 to the Brandon Food
Pantry. Motion made by Ingrid Briggle and seconded by Georgia Backer. Motion carried.
President’s Report: Larry Johnson.
The deadline to submit information to be added to each monthly Tidings Newsletter is around the 15th of each month.
Pastor’s Report: No report at this time.
Committee Updates:
Call Committee: Council Assignment, Larry Johnson. The Call committee is completing the final steps in its assignment. Pastor Greg Johnson will be starting on January 2, 2014. Installation will be held at some point within the next 30 days. A Potluck is being planned for Sunday, January 5, 2014. Cemetery Committee: Council Assignment, Denny Schuette. Normal activity performed during month.
Church in Society: Council Assignment, Darcie Johnson. Normal activity performed during month.
Education and Youth Ministry: Council Assignments, Erin Olesen and Georgia Backer.
The Choir Cantata and the children’s Christmas Program will be held on December 15th
, during the
Worship Service.
Evangelism and Outreach: Council Assignment, Kate Brick.
The Evangelism Committee has scheduled the Auction for 2/9/2014.
The “Buy-A-Letter” fund has sold 14 of 60 letters at this time.
Nominating Committee: Council Assignment, Larry Johnson No action needed from this committee at this time.
Personnel: Council Assignment, Dale Hanson. Normal activity performed during month.
Property: Council Assignment, Denny Schuette, Mike Swenson and Todd Dawley.
Roof repairs were completed.
A problem with the heating system has been identified and will be fixed during next week.
A training session on the Defibrillator equipment needs to be held at some point.
Stewardship: Council Assignment, Doris Phillips.
Offering envelopes are ready for distribution.
Membership updates are being finalized.
Worship and Music: Council Assignment, Ingrid Briggle. Normal activity performed during month.
Beaver Valley Churchmen: Council Assignment, Larry Johnson. No activity during this past month.
Beaver Valley Women: Council Assignment, Ingrid Briggle. WELCA will be serving coffee during the month of January and collecting a free-will offering for Jordan Ramazani, son
of Kerry Knutson.
WELCA is planning a potluck for the Sunday, January 5th
, 2014, to welcome Pastor Greg Johnson and his family to
Beaver Valley.
Adjourn Meeting MMSC: Motion made and seconded to adjourn meeting. Motion carried.
CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES
January 09, 2014
Attendees: Janet Andersen (1st Term-2017) Larry Johnson (2nd Term-2017)
Doris Phillips (1st Term-2017) Brian Roberts (1st Term-2017)
Kate Brick (1st Term-2016) Ingrid Briggle (1st Term-2016) Todd Dawley (1st Term-2016) Denny Schuette (1st Term-2016)
Georgia Backer (1st Term-2015) Dale Hanson (1st Term-2015)
Darcie Johnson (1st Term-2015) Mike Swenson (1st Term-2015) Erin Olesen (1st Term-2014) Linda Wingate (1st Term-2014) Pastor Greg Johnson
Absent: Janet Andersen, Todd Dawley, and Darcie Johnson
Call to Order: President, Larry Johnson
Devotions: Larry Johnson
Approval of prior meeting minutes: Secretary, Ingrid Briggle.
MMSC: Motion to approve December meeting minutes made by Doris Phillips and seconded by Georgia Backer. Motion carried.
Current Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer, Doris Phillips.
Current Treasurer’s Report is available for viewing in the Church Office.
Approval of Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer, Doris Phillips.
MMSC: Motion to approve November Treasurer’s report made by Ingrid Briggle and seconded by Georgia Backer. Motion carried.
Old Business:
1. Committee Reports were received and Annual Report completed.
2. MMSC: Motion to approve Constitution, Bylaws, and Continuing Resolutions changes was made by Denny Schuette
and seconded by Linda Wingate. Motion carried.
3. Audit Committee (Amy Johnson, Krystal Burkman and Kirby Shroll) completed their review of the 2013 financial records.
No issues were identified.
4. The membership review has been completed.
5. The Mission Investment Fund online access form needs to be completed. Larry Johnson needs to be the alternate addition for
access, with Doris Phillips the primary.
New Business:
1. Evangelism Committee provided a report regarding Facebook posts. There has been an increased level of activity on the
Beaver Valley Facebook page in the past six months. A couple of the examples were: June 10, 2013, posting regarding
Midsummer/
140th
Anniversary indicated that 58 people saw this post; July 23, 2013, VBS program highlights posting indicated that 425
people saw this post; and January 10, 2014, posting from the Sunday Potluck honoring Pastor Greg and Pastor Foster
indicated that 116 people viewed the posting within a couple of hours.
2. First National Bank sent a request asking if we want to keep the existing Line of Credit open. It was agreed that this should
stay in place for contingency purposes.
3. Evangelism Committee was assigned to work with the Chamber of Commerce to create an entry for the Chamber of
Commerce Brandon/Valley Springs small phone book. This needs to be completed soon.
President’s Report: Larry Johnson.
All items were covered with Old and New Business.
Pastor’s Report: Pastor Greg Johnson.
Lenten Supper/Worship schedule: Would like to consider changing around the times for the Lenten supper/worship evening,
allowing additional time for working families to make it to the service. Lent begins 3/5 with Easter on 4/20/2014.
Committees meeting schedules/mini-retreat: Committee meeting schedules have been added to the Annual Report and will be
added to the monthly calendar. Information is being gathered in order to complete grant applications. More discussion is needed
on this topic. A mini-retreat to begin filling out the grant applications may be a consideration.
Automatic VANCO (Thrivent) giving: Further consideration is needed on encouraging congregation members to consider this
option for their giving.
Invite a neighbor Sunday: This may be a method to start encouraging neighbors and friends to consider attending BVLC. This
would be a good activity to hold on one of the non-communion Sundays (2nd
and 4th
Sunday of the month).
Name tags: This was a huge help in trying to associate names and faces, for both the Pastor and his family as well as for
congregation members. It may be helpful to do this more often, especially when welcoming new members or on the “invite a
neighbor” Sunday.
Typical work week: Pastor provided a “common” weekly calendar showing when he will be in the office, including evenings.
Committee Updates:
Call Committee: Council Assignment, Larry Johnson.
Call Committee has contacted the SD Synod regarding installation of Pastor Johnson. The date has now been scheduled for February 2, 2014.
Cemetery Committee: Council Assignment, Denny Schuette.
There have been several burials during the past month, which were uneventful. The only news is that the frost is now at 2-1/2 to 3 feet deep. Next meeting will be held on the second Tuesday in March, 2014.
Church in Society: Council Assignment, Darcie Johnson.
No news to report at this time.
Education and Youth Ministry: Council Assignments, Erin Olesen and Georgia Backer.
Sunday School and Confirmation started up for the new year on January 5th
.
Evangelism and Outreach: Council Assignment, Kate Brick.
Highlights from the last meeting held January 5, 2014 are as follows: 1. The Request for Membership information sheet has been revised and will be finalized following a review with
Pastor Greg. It will be presented to the Church Council for final approval during the February meeting.
2. Preparations for the church auction on February 9 are being finalized.
Several donations have already been made. Donations should be brought to the church no later than
February 2. They can be dropped off in the youth director's office during office hours Monday-Thursday.
There are plans to have another temple talk as a reminder.
Welca has volunteered to make a light lunch to sell.
Proceeds will be donated to the "Buy a Letter Fund".
An auctioneer has been found.
3. Buy A Letter fund is at $2,196 on 01/01/2014. Fundraising continues.
Nominating Committee: Council Assignment, Larry Johnson.
This committee is not needed until September.
Personnel: Council Assignment, Dale Hanson.
Wedding Coordinators have been sourced and the committee is in the process of communicating acceptance to the candidates. An announcement will be made when the acceptance communication has been completed. Two weddings are scheduled in February.
Property: Council Assignment, Denny Schuette, Mike Swenson and Todd Dawley.
Repair work will need to be completed on the boiler system after the heating season is over.
Stewardship: Council Assignment, Doris Phillips.
Envelopes are being picked up. At the end of January, remaining envelopes will be moved to the office.
Worship and Music: Council Assignment, Ingrid Briggle.
This committee performed normal activity planning the church service and working with the new pastor.
Beaver Valley Churchmen: Council Assignment, Larry Johnson.
No activity needed.
Beaver Valley Women: Council Assignment, Ingrid Briggle.
WELCA is serving the Sunday Fellowship Hour and taking up a freewill offering for Jordan Ramazani. The next meeting will be held on February 2nd, 2014.
Adjourn Meeting MMSC: Motion made and seconded to adjourn meeting. Motion carried.