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April 2015
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
Peace Lutheran
Church
Wednesday, April 1 –
No Supper or worship
A congregation of Lutheran
Congregations in Mission for Christ
Thursday, April 2nd - Maundy Thursday
No PeaceMakers
6:15 p.m. Seder Potluck Meal (see below)
Worship will follow meal
www.peace2you.org
203 N. Jackrabbit Lane
P.O. Box 238
Belgrade, MT 59714
406-388-1358
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Pastor Bob Coughlin
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Pastor Jeff Redlin
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Friday, April 3rd - Good Friday
12:00 noon – Community Worship @ Belgrade Community Church
7:00 p.m. – Worship
Sunday, April 5th – Easter
8:00 a.m. - Worship
9:30 – 10:45 a.m. Easter Breakfast & Children’s Egg Hunt
Easter Breakfast provided by the Youth of PLC with a freewill donation
11:00 a.m. – Worship
…The Seder is one part of the present-day Jewish Seven day
Passover Celebration. The name Passover harks back to the
time when God, through Moses, led the Israelites out of their
slavery in Egypt…. Christians are particularly interested in this
ritual meal because it was during a Passover celebration that Jesus
instituted Holy Communion. It should be realized, however, that
the Passover clearly predates and is entirely separate from the Eucharist. The
Seder is a later Jewish form of the Passover observation, useful, and important in
its own right, having been practiced for more than 1,000 years….. The meal we
share is a potluck meal - lamb will be provided, other meat dishes are welcome.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a potluck dish to share.
Larry Oddy
Council President
Sandra Joubert
Church Office
[email protected]
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Dear Family of Peace,
He is risen! He is risen indeed!
This is the month that we celebrate the glorious news that our Savior is alive.
We have journeyed through a dark season that continually reminded us of our
own shortcomings and disappointments.
We began our Lenten journey with the stark realization that we were made from the dust of the earth and that we
will return to dust. We met weekly to reflect on the temptations that Jesus withstood and how we, too, are
similarly afflicted. And I know that many of you made your own sacrifices with choices you made to deny
yourself things you enjoy.
Now, after remembering the events of Holy Week including the arrest, trial and brutal execution Jesus submitted
himself to, we finally get to the good news!
During Adult Forum we looked at the ancient prophecy of Isaiah who foretold of the Lord’s “Suffering Servant”,
who though he was innocent, took on the sins of the world in order that we would be free from the death penalty of
our sin.
The darkness is dark indeed. Our hopelessness and our lost-ness, unbearable. The picture does not look good.
But God. The Holy Scriptures do not end with the news of judgment and condemnation of those who have sinned.
Three days after his horrible execution, Jesus came to life and rose from the dead! He lives in order that we shall
live.
Our Scriptures proclaims:
“Death has been swallowed up in victory. Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” The
sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our
Lord Jesus Christ.” (I Corinthians 15:54b-58)
The “sting of death” is that it cut us off from the God who gives us life. The “power of sin” is in the way it
separates us from a holy God. Where we once stood alone before God, we now stand with the living Christ, who
has given us new life – eternally. And eternal life starts today!
As we celebrate this new life graciously given to us by our Heavenly Father, let our thankfulness be seen by others.
May we dare to live our lives knowing that we are redeemed and renewed. That may be reflected in our attitudes
in how we look at others or how we serve them.
“The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and give his life a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45)
His followers should do the same. Let us ask ourselves how we shall celebrate this Good News Easter brings.
Celebrating together,
Pastor Bob
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On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together,
with the doors locked for fear of the Jews,
Jesus came and stood among them and said,
“Peace be with you.”
John 20:19
What joy the disciples felt when the Lord Jesus appeared to them that first Easter night! They
knew that he had been resurrected. Earlier, Peter and John had seen the empty tomb and Mary
Magdalene told the disciples she had seen Jesus in person outside the tomb. But it is one thing to
know about something and quite another to experience it yourself. They did not yet share Mary’s
joy; so they kept themselves locked up behind closed doors wondering what to do next. But all
that changed when Jesus walked right through the locked door! The disciples’ fear was replaced
by the joy of the Lord, their anxiety replaced by the peace of God that surpasses all human
understanding.
It seems to me that all of us, each in our own way, have our own “door” that we keep locked.
Perhaps we are deeply hurt by someone else’s malicious words and actions. Perhaps we are deeply
hurt by the loss of someone very near and dear to us. Perhaps, like the disciples, we are afraid and
anxious of those who harbor ill will against us. Perhaps our door is closed simply because of our
unwillingness to rid our lives of those thoughts, words and deeds that are contrary to God’s will.
Whatever the case may be, the “door” we hide behind often remains closed for a long time. While
we may feel safer and more secure because of this, the reality is, we are shutting out the Holy
Spirit’s transforming power from our lives and the peace and joy of the Easter miracle remains at a
distance. Consequently, we don’t experience in any recognized and tangible way the awesome
spiritual presence of our living Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ- and our lives are all the poorer for it.
That first Easter night Jesus walked through a locked door and gave his disciples exactly what
they needed to open the locked door and to boldly step out into the world. The peace of the Lord
and the joy of his resurrection changed their lives forever. One of the wonders of the Easter
miracle is that Christ is still walking through locked doors. Our resurrected Lord Jesus continues
to bring peace to troubled hearts and joy to broken hearts all over the world. I pray that this same
peace of our Lord Jesus and the joy of his resurrection strengthen and sustain you this Easter
season. May it open whatever locked door you are hiding behind and free you from that which
binds you. Have a blessed Easter everyone!
Pastor Jeff
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April 5
Easter
Piano
Organ
Trumpet
French Horn
Acolyte (8:00)
(11:00)
Usher/Lector (8:00)
(11:00)
Ministry
Teams
Pr. Bob Coughlin
Virginia Sorensen
Jackie Currey
Amy Lanzendorf
Connie Holton
Autumn Weather
Heather Geiger; John & Wynne
Gillis
Andy & Debra Mitchell;
Misty Redlin
April 12
2nd Sunday of Easter
Sing A New Song
Pr. Jeff Redlin
Piano
Connie Holton
Acolyte
Sam Monson
Usher/Lector/Refreshments
Steve & De’Anne Smith
Carl & Katie Grassel
April 19
3rd Sunday of Easter
We Bring Our Gifts
Pr. Bill Duffey
Piano
Virginia Sorensen
Acolyte
Colter Handsaker
Usher/Lector/Refreshments
Kevin & Julie Mattson
Carl & Katie Grassel
April 26
4 Sunday of Easter
Evangelical Lutheran #4
Pr. Bob Coughlin
Piano
Nancy Murdock
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Acolyte
Usher/Lector/Refreshments
Mike & Joy Spinella
Jeff & Kris Bell
Mike Streich - Reader
Council for April
Jackie Currey, Derrick Monson
& Mike Streich
Altar Guild for April
Judi Beagley, Nancy Fox,
& Jinx Sorensen
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2015
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
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6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast
10:00 a.m. Peace Re-Piecers
12:00 a.m. Staff Meeting
NO Confirmation
Thursday
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6:15 p.m. Seder Meal
Worship will follow
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Saturday
3 Good Friday 4
Applications due for
Admin. Asst. position
12:00 noon Community
Worship @ Belgrade
Comm. Church
1:30 p.m. Belgrade
Early Release
9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
7th Day Adventist
7:00 p.m. Worship
@ PLC
6:30 p.m. 7th Day Prayer
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Easter
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Pr. Bob’s day off
Church office closed
8:00 a.m. Worship
9:30–10:45 a.m. Easter Breakfast &
Children’s Egg Hunt
11:00 a.m. Worship
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
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Pr. Bob’s day off
9:00 a.m. Worship – Sing A New Song
Installation of new Council
10:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship
10:30 a.m. Sunday School, Adult Forum
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
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Church office closed
Pr. Bob’s day off
Church office closed
9:00 a.m. Worship – We Bring Our Gifts
10:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship
10:30 a.m. Sunday School, Adult Forum
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
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9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
4:30 p.m.
Worship – Evangelical Lutheran #4
Coffee and Fellowship
Sunday School, Adult Forum
Community Café
Pr. Bob’s day off
Church office closed
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
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1:30 p.m. Crossways
Bible Study .
6:30 p.m. Health Seminar
by 7th Day Prayer
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1:30 p.m. Crossways
Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Worship & Music
Committee
6:30 p.m. Health Seminar
by 7th Day Prayer
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Newsletter Due
1:30 p.m. Crossways
Bible Study
6:30 p.m. Health Seminar
by 7th Day Prayer
7:00 p.m. Congregational
Life Committee
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1:30 p.m. Crossways
Bible Study
6:30 p.m. Health Seminar
by 7th Day Prayer
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6:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
12:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
Men’s Breakfast
Peace Re-Piecers
Staff Meeting
Confirmation
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6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast
10:00 a.m. Peace Re-Piecers
11:30 a.m. Women’s Lunch @
Desert Rose
12:00 noon Ministerial Lunch
1:30 p.m. Belgrade Early Release
7:00 p.m. Confirmation
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6:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
12:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
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6:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
12:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
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Men’s Breakfast
Peace Re-Piecers
Staff Meeting
Confirmation
Men’s Breakfast
Peace Re-Piecers
Staff Meeting
Confirmation
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7:00 p.m. Council
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Pr. Jeff’s day off
6:30 p.m. 7th Day Prayer
9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
7th Day Adventist
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7:00 p.m. Bible Book
Study @ Judi Beagley’s
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3:30 p.m. Peacemakers
(Grade 4-6)
7:00 p.m. Bible Book
Study @ Judi Beagley’s
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3:30 p.m. Peacemakers
(Grade 4-6)
7:00 p.m. Bible Book
Study @ Judi Beagley’s
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Pr. Jeff’s day off
6:30 p.m. 7th Day Prayer
9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
7th Day Adventist
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Pr. Jeff’s day off
6:30 p.m. 7th Day Prayer
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May 1
3:30 p.m. Peacemakers
(Grade 4-6)
7:00 p.m. Bible Book
Study @ Judi Beagley’s
6:30 p.m. 7th Day Prayer
9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
7th Day Adventist
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Pr. Jeff’s day off
9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
7th Day Adventist
If you would like to show your thanks for
something in the next newsletter,
please fill out a “I give thanks to”
sheet and place it in the Give Thanks
boxes that are located on the counter
in the back of the Sanctuary and on a
table in the Fellowship Hall.
BAPTISMS FOR APRIL
Remember your Baptism – whether walking
in the rain or in the shower. Members that
have been baptized in April are:
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Peace Lutheran Church, Our sincere thanks for allowing
the Big Sky Retired Educators the use of the Peace
Lutheran Fellowship Hall for our open house honoring
Retired Educators from the Gallatin County. It was a
positive and successful event, and a good way to celebrate
the first Montana Retired Educators Day. Sincerely,
Patsy Olmstead
Fred & Kari Haas for fixing the Chi Rho in the sanctuary
Paul & I can’t thank the congregation enough for all
your prayers & cards. Thank you to the pastors& council
for being so flexible with my hours. We have been truly
blessed. Sandi Joubert
Mike Hansen & Pr. Jeff for loading & hauling off the
mangle in the Fellowship Hall
Pr. Jeff for taking the TV to the dump
Diane Oddy, Jinx Sorensen & Cindy Gee for cleaning up
the front of the church and all the flower beds in time for
Palm Sunday
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Ladybug Preschool is now
starting early registration
for the 2015-2016 preschool year. This early
registration is open exclusively to Peace Lutheran
Church members and current Ladybug Preschool families
until late March when open registration for the
community begins. Registration forms and more
information about the preschool are available in the
Ladybug Preschool mailbox, located in the entryway
across from the elevator and next to the coat rack.
Registration is on a first come, first served basis. For
further information, please contact Shari Watson @
388-0505 or Tina Beckman @ 599-3416, Holly Dorn @
579 -9288 or Leslie Bartle @ 539-4683.
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May Ministry Team
In April a council member will be
calling the following
May Ministry Team Members:
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Judi Beagley
Andrew & Tracey Bolich
Paul & Gayle Clifford
Jackie Currey
Mike & Lorrie Hansen
Paul & Sandra Joubert
Don & Tammy Marks
Marilyn Megaard
Larry & Diane Oddy
Stan & Doreen Olean
Gary & Debbie Porter
Kyle & Joni Sando
Trish Severson
Dale & Sue Spartas
Jerry & Karlene Swenson Jason & Tracy Weathers
Bruce & Virginia Sorensen
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Shari Watson
Bentz Bolich
Samuel Monson
Gayle Clifford
Cynthia Sherman
Tara Lanzendorf
Kelton Simkins
Ethan Campbell
Kyle Campbell
Carol White
Christo Spartus
Sarah Spartus
Whitney Salo
Steven Smith
Brenna Banderob
Gary Porter
Marisa Rathbun
Doreen Olean
Laura Clifford
Carole Haughwout
Mason Rathbun
Ashlyn Swenson
Mason Holm
David Wahl
Walker Lattin
Wyatt Lattin
Claire Grassel
Cody Handsaker
Aisha Peters
Ben Gruss
Kollen Pipinich
Kaiana Smith
Judy Noreen
Sara Schievelbein
Christopher Vigness
Abbey Tallman
Kelsey Tallman
Megan Tallman
Mathew Mitchell
De’Anne Smith
Raegan Swenson
Macey Clark
Matthew Clark
Sadie Locken
Derrick Monson
Jennifer Molyneaux
For April
If your birthday or anniversary isn’t listed or has the wrong date, please contact the church office so that it
can be corrected on the church records. Office email is [email protected]
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Michael Wubben
Ryan Rieger
Shari Watson
Kristen Porter
Steve Smith
Rose Abelin
Chad VanLuchene
Abigail Ross
Julie Clay
Wynne Gillis
Jordan Garrison
Lynn Johnson
Morgan Willger
Charity Malby
Samuel Monson
Dan & Marlyn Madison
Tracy Weathers
Karl Schievelbein
Colton Koosman
Heather Geiger
Bentley Allmendinger
Marilyn Megaard
Reyel Tex
Larry Leum
Nancy Murdoch
Tom Jakob
Stacy Potter
Carly Moellenkamp
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Jerry Swenson
Michael Streich
Curt Hickey
Tom Gruss
L. D. Severson
Aliva Finkbeiner
Kirk Haas
Sarah Monson
Dylan Siegle
Brittany Sayler
Ryder Swenson
Camden Gilmore
Kelton Parker
Gary & Connie Paulson
Joseph & Kelly Swanson
Gayle Clifford
Jesse Gleason
Riley Cestnick
Cynthia Sherman
Karen Duffey
Stan Olean
Debbie Porter
Sarah Spartas
Stella Tex
Gary & Connie Paulson
Vickie Streich
Ashby Miller
Christikon Clips
Information for our Congregations
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Youth campers and families: Join Christikon at Zoo Montana for our Camper Roundup on April 12 . Enjoy
a day at the Zoo on us! We will have a scavenger hunt, camp registration, songs, snacks, and drawings for
door prizes and free camp sessions. Early-bird discount will be available.
Adults and families: Spend some time in a lovely mountain setting with some of the most-fun-to-be-with
people, at our Work Weekend May 22-25, Mountain Weekend 1 July 10-12, the Continuing Education
Retreat for rostered ministers, interested lay people and their families, Aug.3-6, Mountain Weekend 2 August
7-9. It’s also possible for adult groups to schedule a backpack trip – just call us at 656-1969 to schedule.
The annual Christikon Benefit Auction – Quilts, Vacation Get-aways, and a Whole Lot More comes on Sunday, April
26, at the Billings Depot, 4-7 p.m. Food and beverages will be available, and of course, some of the finest artistry in
both a live auction and a silent auction, including a variety of hand-made quilts, art work, gift baskets, camp truck raffle,
Saab convertible, and much more. We’ll also be seeking special support for our Sojourners Camp for at-risk youth.
Admission at the door is $15. We have a special treat this year and will be serving ice cream sundaes in honor of the first
years of the “Quilt Auction”. Hope you will come and join the fun!
It is the mission of Christikon to awaken and nurture faith in Christ —
exploring God’s creation and the adventure of life together.
CHRISTIKON ● 1108 24th Street West ● Billings, MT 59102
406 656-1969 ● [email protected] ● [email protected] ● www.christikon.org
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Peace Lutheran Council Meeting – March 19, 2015
Opening Devotions were led by Trish Severson. “TP from Heaven” was the topic.
I. The meeting was called to order by President Michael Streich at 7:00 p.m.
II. Members present: Michael Streich, Jim Cook, Jackie Curry, Russell Fox, Tom Gruss, Mike Hansen,
Bill Miller, Derrick Monson, Larry Oddy, Trish Severson, Tiina Smith, Jerry Swenson, Pastor Bob
Coughlin, Pastor Jeff Redlin.
Additional Present: Val Ross, Treasurer, Shari Watson, Leslie Bartle, and Tina Beckman, from the
Lady Bug Preschool.
Shari Watson, Leslie Bartle, and Tina Beckman asked permission to use Peace Lutheran Church for the
Lady Bug Preschool for another year. Shari handed out a flyer outlining the program (attached to
original minutes on file) as well as contributions made to PLC. Larry Oddy and Tiina Smith offered
positive comments about the program. Questions and answers followed. Pr. Jeff offered an opportunity
for Chapel Time with the children. Tt was accepted gratefully. A discussion about curriculum,
marketing, etc. followed. The Mission Statement of Lady Bug was read. Shari brought up the recent
Fire Department inspection, and items noted at that time, including a closet, light, alarm signal, and a
clear path to rear exit. These items have been rectified.
III. Minutes. Pr. Jeff requested the last sentence under “LCMC NW District Gathering” be deleted, as that
had not yet happened. Larry moved to approve, second by Russ, approved.
IV. Treasurer’s Report. Val presented the Treasurer’s Report for February 28, 2015. Mike H. moved to
accept, second by Bill, approved.
V. Congregational Concerns. There were none
VI. Pastor’s Reports:
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b.
Pr. Bob. After a brief report on being a grandfather, he offered the following: 1. Diane has submitted
her letter of retirement effective the end of this school year. 2. As of March 1, Bob is no longer
employed by Intervarsity. 3. He gave a medical report, which was good. 4. He is pleased with the
Lenten services, including attendance numbers. 5. The Youth Encounter in Billings was good and
tiring. The speakers and musicians were great. Thirteen kids worked at Goodwill. 6. The confirmation
class is on track.
Pr. Jeff reported a great time with family on vacation. His Pastoral Evaluation took place on March 5,
and he felt good about it. He kept track of his hours and submitted them to the Evaluation Team.
Peacemakers average 10 to 11 per week, and it is going well. Julie and Jamie are very helpful to him on
a regular basis. He suggested that the Council Members be installed on April 12. Pr. Jeff requested time
off April 28-May 3, 2015.
VII. New Business
a. Nominations and Election of President and Vice President of the PLC Council. After some discussion
about the By-Laws, Russ nominated Larry as President, with Mike Hansen to remain as Vice President.
It was seconded by Jackie. It was unanimously approved.
b. Mike H. asked if we could have mail delivered to the church in a locking mail box. This will save the
money spent on a Post Office box. He will purchase it and install it. Tiina moved to have Mike install a
locking mail box, and discontinue our Post Office Box. Second by Jim. Approved.
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VIII.
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Mike S. proposed we have a bid on the parking lot addition. The Property Care Committee will do this.
Russ moved to approve Sandi Joubert’s using Paid Time Off until used up, and consideration will be
given by Council for balance of term of employment. Second by Jerry, passed. There are five
applications for the Administrative Assistant position soon to be vacated by Sandi. Application period
closes April 4.
Youth Wyoming Mission Trip. There is a Youth Mission trip planned to the Wind River Reservation in
Wyoming, August 2-7, 2015. There are eight signed up now, with two more “very probable.” The
cost is $289 per. A deposit of $60 per student has been made. A fund raiser is planned to make $1000,
with $500 coming out of the Youth Fun. Val asked the Council to approve $1000 to help out from the
Mission Fund. Mike H. so moved, Russ seconded, approved. The projects involved at Wind River
include about one half time leading a VBS, and the other half doing clean up, maintenance, painting, etc.
A discussion of retirement plans was tabled until the May meeting. Mike H. moved, Tiina seconded,
passed.
Pr. Bob asked if Tara is still on our Mission Outreach. He will call her to determine her status.
Pr. Bob asked for Council direction on how to create a Director of Christian Education instead of a
Sunday School Superintendent. Jackie will assist him.
Team Reports
Congregational Life. No report.
Education and Youth. Tom suggested we visit the Youth Room to see the decorations.
Property Care. Jerry reported that the furnace has been fixed.
There was discussion of the name of this committee, “Stewardship, Outreach, Mission, and Finance.” It
will be cleared up by next meeting.
Worship and Music. Jackie Curry presented a written report, which will be attached to the hard copy
minutes handed out at the next meeting.
Outreach has met.
IX. Adjournment. The next meeting is April 9, 2015. Bill Miller has devotions. Larry moved to adjourn,
Mike H. second, passed.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim Cook, Secretary
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Peace Lutheran Church
203 Jackrabbit Lane
PO Box 238
Belgrade, MT 59714
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Scriptures for April
Peace Lutheran Church
203 Jackrabbit Lane
P.O. Box 238
Belgrade, MT 59714
Phone: (406) 388-1358
Web Site: www.peace2you.org
LCMC: www.lcmc.net
April 5 – Easter
Isaiah 25:6-9
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Psalm 16
Mark 16:1-8
April 12 – 2nd Sunday of Easter
Acts 4:32-35
1 John 1:1-2:2
Psalm 148
John 20:19-31
Office Hours
Tuesday-Friday
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
April 19 – 3rd Sunday of Easter
Acts 3:11-21
1 John 3:1-7
Psalm 4
Luke 24:36-49
Peace Lutheran Staff
April 26 – 4th Sunday of Easter
Acts4:1-12
1 John 3:16-24
Psalm 23
John 10:11-18
Bob Coughlin, Pastor
Email: [email protected]
Jeff Redlin, Pastor
Email: [email protected]
Sandra Joubert, Office
Email: [email protected]
Larry Oddy, Council President
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