Saint Andrew
United Church of Christ
The Heartbeat
June 2015
2608 Browns Lane • Louisville, Kentucky 40220 •Website: www.saintandrewucc.org • Phone: (502) 452-1777
Sunday School for all ages 9:15 AM; Sanctuary Worship 10:30 AM
June Benevolence:
Strengthening the Church
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tions. These grants help fulfill one of the UCC's "Big InEach day, visions and dreams are created in the hearts of spirational Goals": There is a welcoming UCC commumany in the United Church of Christ. Through the nity of faith that is accessible to all – no matter who they
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become a reality. As God calls our congregations to be
Funds from the Strengthen the Church offering are used
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es, awaken new ideas in existing churches, and develop
"Ministry Issues: Forming and Preparing Pastoral
spiritual life in our youth and young adults. Because of
Leaders for God's Church,"helping us meet future leadthis offering, many more will hear the good news that
ership needs for all our congregations.
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and to extend an extravagant welcome to all—here in
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Invest in the Vision
God is Still Speaking
From the Pastor…
It’s all about “Customized” Team-Oriented Leadership
During Eastertide our worship services have been augmented with a series of presentations from our various committees. The series was entitled “Ministry Teams a Resurrection Dreams.” Two concerns was of importance and
each team offered their respective responses: 1) How does your team envision its New Covenant with a future pastor; and, 2) What particular “skill sets,” relevant to your team’s ministries, should our Pastoral Search Committee
be looking for as it interviews prospective ministerial candidates?
(Continued on page 2)
Inside this issue:
Page 2 Council Members
Page 3 Library News,
Page 4 Parish Nurse
Page 5 Louisville Flash Flood,
Page 5 Building & Grounds, Pastoral Search Committee
Page 6 Birthdays/Anniversaries,
Memorials & Honoraria,
Fish Fry
Page 7
Page 8
Page 9
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Announcements, Mark Schwarz
Patchwork Lady
Daily Lectionary
Next Heartbeat Deadline
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From the Pastor...
(Continued from page 1)
In case you were not able to attend all of the worship services in Eastertide here’s a “customized” summary, with
special reference to the second question:
Christian Education (congr egational sur vey r esults)
 Ability to Preach, Teach and offer Pastoral Care
 Show a willingness to equip the congregation to live lives of ministry
 Show an excitement for Christian Education (She/he should be active in promoting Christian Education
 activities)
 Be a promoter and engaged with Mission Ministry
 Be able to handle crisis management wisely
 Be well-versed in conducting relevant Bible study
 Possess necessary Intergenerational Skills to relate to us all
Staff Relations
 The new pastor should be someone who has the skills to be the Primary Supervisor and moral support of
all other staff members
Parish Life
 Be able to see Saint Andrew as a “diamond in the rough” with untapped potential
 Be able to see value in all of our people (old or young, rich or poor, sick or well)
 Move us beyond the “isms” of ageism, racism, sexism
 Be able to care for each individual – and all of us collectively . . . for together we make up the “life” of this
“parish.” (W e are not just “demographic” groups!)
 Be able to give witness to our identity as a congregation within the United Church of Christ; a denomination
whose over-arching principles are God’s LOVE, TRUTH, JUSTICE and PEACE
 Lead us and engage our members, (both veteran and newcomer) in biblical, spiritual, theological and ethical
reflection
 Be well versed in the use of media and public relations
 Rev. New Pastor should be able to offer leadership to and support our congregation in its engagement with
all of our benevolent, service and prophetic ministries
 Genuinely believe that God calls the church to speak truth to power, liberate the oppressed, care for the poor
and comfort the afflicted
 Lead us on benevolent and justice issues out of faith-based passion, not merely out of obligation
 Believe that we witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ in all the world by worshipping God and striving for
love, truth, justice and peace
Stewardship
 Someone who has a developed philosophy/theology regarding money and is comfortable talking about the
faithful use of financial r esour ces fr om the pulpit and in meetings, among gr oups and with individuals
 Someone who is “financially literate”
 Someone who can define what “faithful Stewardship” is all
CHURCH COUNCILMEMBERS
about, even beyond money
2015
 Someone who is adept at including people of limited financial
means within Stewardship conversations
Renee Combs Lage - President
 Someone with prior experience in developing a congregationJohn Wicker - Vice President
wide “Planned Giving/Estate Planning” program
Drew Duncan- Secretary
Nurture
Teresa Aikens
 Be someone who is socially friendly and inviting during our
Rose Mills
events and receptions
Bob Rosenbaum
 Be someone who is willing to join us in sharing some of the
Jennifer
Kilpatrick
“grunt work”
Sharmille Sawyer
 Be a pastor who visits our people and then informs us who
needs our nurturing (meals)
(Continued on page 3)
David Sickbert
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From the Pastor...
(Continued from page 2)
Nurture (continued)
 We need a pastor who helps the congregation with its “Special Events” scheduling
Stewardship
 Someone who has a developed philosophy/theology regarding money and is comfortable talking about the
faithful use of financial r esour ces fr om the pulpit and in meetings, among gr oups and with individuals
 Someone who is “financially literate”
 Someone who can define what “faithful Stewardship” is all about, even beyond money
 Someone who is adept at including people of limited financial means within Stewardship conversations
 Someone with prior experience in developing a congregation-wide “Planned Giving/Estate Planning” program
Worship and Music and Worship Design
 Our new pastor should work to make worship relevant
 Be willing to collaborate with others
 Show gratefulness for our own skills and gifts
 Understand technology and be comfortable with its appropriate use in worship
 Show creativity in worship planning
 Have prior experience in Worship Design methods
 Be able to offer meaningful and memorable worship experiences for everyone
High expectations, yes! But God does have someone in mind to fulfill this “customized” calling.
It is the job of your Pastoral Search Committee to “spiritually discern” just who that person is.
In June, within worship, we will take a look at the issue of leadership under the theme “Who Should be Anointed?” The Bible
stories will come from 1 and 2 Samuel within the Hebrew Scriptures. Anybody got a slingshot?
Thomas G. Nordberg
Best telephone: 573-355-0388 (cell)
News from the Library
The French People are well informed of the history of
their country. An interesting book entitled PA RIS has
been added to our book collection. This book is part of
the actual history of France. An interesting history of the
building of the Eiffel Tower and how it was protected
during one of the wars in Paris is exceptionally moving.
changed a lot over the years and we challenge you to
identify him.
The archives are full of interesting articles and photos.
The archivists plan to exhibit items of interest from time
to time. There are articles and photos of individuals who
have had special awards, and some who have had articles
written about them years ago. The archivists have plans
to share our history, both collective and individual, from
time to time. Keep your eyes open and become part of
the fun!
Let’s Reminisce in July
Our next evening activity will be in July when we will
tell about our favorite book during childhood. We will
also explore some books which were written and published by two members of our congregation. Look for
Whispers from the Archives
the date in our worship bulletin and the next publication
The archivist wish to share some of the interesting photos
of the Heartbeat in July!
from the collections in the archives. On June 6, 2015, we
wish to show a large photo taken on June 6, 1960. Three
—Louise Grant
people in the photo are alive today. You can easily identify two of the individuals, but the third person has
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From the Parish Nurse . . . . .
Blood Facts and Statistics
from The American Red Cross
Facts about the blood supply
 The number of blood donations collected in the U.S. in a year: 15.7 million
 The number of blood donors in the U.S. in a year: 9.2 million
 Although an estimated 38% of the U.S. population is eligible to donate, less than 10% actually do each year.
 Blood cannot be manufactured — it can only come from generous donors.
 Type 0-negative blood (red cells) can be transfused to patients of all blood types. It is always in great demand
and often in short supply.
 Type AB-positive plasma can be transfused to patients of all other blood types. AB plasma is also usually in
short supply.
Facts about the blood donation process
 Donating blood is a safe process. A sterile needle is used only once for each donor and then discarded.
 Bolld donation is a simple four-step process: registration, medical history and mini-physical, donation and refreshments.
 Every blood donor is given a mini-physical, checking the donor’s temperature, blood pressure, pulse and hemoglobin to ensure it is safe for the donor to give blood.
 The actual blood donation typically takes less than 10-12 minutes. The entire process, from the time you arrive
to the time you leave, takes about an hour and 15 minutes.
 The average adult has about 10 pints of blood in his body. Roughly 1 pint is given during a donation.
 A healthy donor may donate red blood cells every 56 days, or double red cells every 112 days.
 A healthy donor may donate platelets as few as 7 days apart, but a maximum of 24 times a year.
 All donated blood is tested for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis and other infectious diseases before it can be released to hospitals.
 Information you give to the American Red Cross during the donation process is confidential. It may not be released without your permission except as directed by law.
Facts about blood and its components
 There are four types of transfusable products that can be derived from blood: red cells, platelets, plasma and
cryoprecipitate. Typically, two or three of these are produced from a pint of donated whole blood — hence each
donation can help save up to three lives.
 Donors can give either whole blood or specific blood components only. The process of donating specific blood
components — red cells, plasma or platelets — is called apheresis.
 One transfusion dose of platelets can be obtained through one apheresis donation of platelets or by combining
the platelets derived from five whole blood donations.
 Most donated red blood cells must be used within 42 days of collection.
 Donated platelets must be used within five days of collection — new donations are constantly needed.
 Plasma and cryoprecipitate are stored in frozen state and can be used for up to one year after collection.
 Healthy bone marrow makes a constant supply of red cells, plasma and platelets. The body will replenish the
elements given during a blood donation — some in a matter of hours and others in a matter of weeks.
Facts about donors
 The number one reason donors say they give blood is because the “want to help others.”
 Two most common reasons cited by people who don’t give blood are: “Never thought about it” and I don’t like
needles.”
 One donation can help save the lives of up to three people.
SEAM BLOOD DRIVE — June 1st at St. Andrew, 3-7 pm. PLEASE GIVE
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April 3, 2015 Flash Flooding
in Louisville
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-of-town volunteers will be hosted by St. Stephen
UCC here in Louisville.
We ask you to prayerfully consider how you can
St. Andrew UCC is fortunate to have three mem- assist with this work.
bers active in disaster work. Bob Rosenbaum, Rick
Bob Rosenbaum
Wehr and Mary Wehr all serve on Long Term ReMary & Rick Wehr
covery – Metro Louisville (LTR-ML) and Indiana
Kentucky Conference’s Disaster Preparedness and
Response Ministry Team (DPRMT). Mary and Rick
also serve on Kentucky Voluntary Organizations
Building and Grounds Team
Active in Disasters (KY VOAD). Usually this means
monthly or quarterly meetings.
The Team is busy getting the outside landscape
cleaned and mulched and will be working on minor
Since April 3rd we have been very active in locating
updates and repairs inside the church. If anyone
and tracking folks affected by the flooding. LTR-ML
notices an issue that needs to be addressed, please
is meeting regularly and currently tracking 14
bring it to the attention of the team.
households with case management. United Way,
Red Cross and FEMA have joined our meetings so
As a reminder, please double check the doors when
that we can coordinate our efforts. Donna Wenzel
you leave the building, pull on the doors to make
has volunteered to assist with case management
sure they locked securely.
work.
Soon we will be organizing a phone bank to contact
those who have applied for FEMA assistance.
Once those calls have been made and we have
identified households with unmet needs, we will
contact them to start the case management process. We will need to prioritize our cases and then
send a construction assessment team out to determine how much work needs to be done. We hope
to be in the construction phase by mid-June.
We are asking for volunteers and donations. We
could use help with the following:
1. People to assist with the phone bank
(probably in early June)
2 Donations of funds to purchase building
supplies
3. Construction volunteers – for a day or a week;
whatever you can give
a. Cutting and hanging drywall
b. Taping and mudding drywall
c. Painting
d. Cutting and installing base boards
e. Installing linoleum floors
f. Anything else that shows up after the
construction assessment
4. Prayers for the families affected by the floods
We will have a lawn service once a week to cut and
trim the grass during the summer. The team will
occasionally ask for volunteers with special projects. We are always looking for more team members. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the
month at 6:30 pm.
Current team members are: Bob Rosenbaum, Rick
Caldwell, Bill Schwartz and Cheryl Willett.
Pastoral Search Committee Update
The Pastoral Search Committee (PSC) has received 13
pastoral profiles from candidates which the I-K Conference has forwarded to us for our review. Theses profiles include both female and male candidates from several parts of the country. Their experience also varies
over a wide range.
The PSC met on Saturday May 23, 2015 to start the process of evaluating this group of candidates. Within the
limits of confidentiality the PSC will keep the congregation aware of our progress when significant points along
the path to calling our new pastor are determined.
Please support the PSC with your prayers as we start
this important process which will affect the candidates,
Also, the DPRMT has agreed to host a work camp the committee and the congregation (both present and
from Friday, July 24th through Sunday, August 2nd. future).
This includes two weekends to encourage volunThe Pastoral Search Committee
teers who cannot donate a full week of time. All out
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Memorials & Honoraria
1st
Kathy Ryan
2nd
Evelyn Bassler
Thomas Hurd
3rd
Margaret Meyer
4th
Anita Lyon
5th
Beckman Childers
6th
Billy Houser
7th
Cathy Hancock
Kitty Stevens
Mike Jones
Casi Gilpin
8th
Wanda Deuser
Diane Snowa
12th
Don Wilding
14th
William Delph
15th
Donna Block
16th
Dot Drury
Gene Allsmiller
18th
Joe Louden
19th
Neil Rohrer
24th
Suzanne Schwartz
26th
Linda Sherer
Barbara Humphrey
27th
Jack Boeschel
In Honor of . . .
Donna Wenzel, by Rick & Elaine Caldwell
Donna Wenzel, by Linda Sherer
Donna Wenzel, by Drs. Walter & Diana Snowa
Donna Wenzel, by Howard & Judy Hardin
Donna Wenzel, by Mr. & Mrs. J.B. Hitt
Donna Wenzel, by Mr. & Mrs. Art Raderer
Donna Wenzel, by Mr. & Mrs. Quentin Sharpenstein
Donna Wenzel, by Ruth Sickbert
Donna Wenzel, by Margaret Wolke
In Memory of . . .
Millie Kempton, by Cindy James
Marvin Lausman, by Gwendolyn Hartman
Marvin Lausman, by Nola Lausman
Nancy Smith, by Vicki, Cindy, Jeremy & Vicki Lynn
Gardner
3rd Gene & Betty Allsmiller
4th
Bill & Carolyn Meffert
10th Todd & Wanda Deuser
11th Don & Penny Wilding
13th Mike & Stephanie Weber
14th John & Bonnie Drury
18th Greg & Donna Rohrer
23rd John & Donna Block
29th Al & Carolyn Laufer
2015 FISH FRYS
This year was the best ever. We had great crowds and made
the most amount of money ever, even with one week canceled
because of snow. Another week it snowed at serving time, and
still another week there was flooding. A special thanks to the
Courier Journal for a great article in the paper.
Thanks to all of the workers and to those who donated desserts
and German potato salad, and thanks to everyone who supported St. Andrew by attending the Fish Frys. The grand clear
total was $2,357.25. The money is currently in the Fish Fry
Fund looking for a use.
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Ladies’ Day Out
Women of St. Andrew
Meeting: Monday, June 15, 2015
10 AM –11:30 AM & Noon-2:30pm
Conference Room
All Women Are Welcome
Bring a Sandwich,
Drinks Are Provided
Special Requests:
Calendar & Greeting Card Pictures
No Religious Pictures May Be Used
Pictures May Be Placed
in Women’s Mail Box or
Conference Room shelf
FARMER’S MARKET 2015
The St. Andrew Farmer’s Market has returned every
Thursday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm through Oct. 15th.
Look for fresh produce, home baked breads, fresh eggs
and (maybe) meats. Sample the delicacies from the Boo
Boo Bar-B-Cue food truck and monthly agriculture programs. Produce and plants are “seasonal.” Come by and
support our local farmers and enjoy farm fresh goods!
Spread the word, St. Andrew’s Farmer’s Market is back
for another great summer!
Farmer’s Market every THURSDAY
MAY 7 to OCTOBER 15, 3:00 pm—6:30pm
HOLY-IN-THE–WALL BAR-B-Q was good at
The Hickory Pit and we celebrated Laur Mills birthday with chocolate and carmel cake, yum! June event
details:
June 11, 2015
Iroquois Pizza
6614 Manslick Road
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DICEY LADIES
See you vice squad people on the fourth Wednesday
of each month at 11:30 am. Maybe you’ll win a
prize/maybe not. But you will contribute, roughly on
a quarterly bases, to the charity of the groups choice.
Address for Mark Schwarz:
Mark Schwarz #214263
KSR Dorm 8/C-14
3001 W. Highway 146
LaGrange, KY 40032
UNPAMPERED CHEF
Looking ahead, the next pot luck when new groups
will be formed, is slated for:
July 11, 2015
6:00 pm
Be there and enjoy an evening of fellowship, and
get to know other members in a more cozy inviting
setting.
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From the Patchwork Lady…
A message from the archives.
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Daily Lectionary
June 2015
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June 2015 Heartbeat
Issue 56, No. 6
2608 Browns Lane
Louisville, KY 40220
No matter who you are, you are welcome here!
St. Andrew United Church of Christ
2608 Browns Lane • Louisville, Kentucky 40220
Phone: (502) 452-1777 Fax: (call first)
Website: www.saintandrewucc.org
Sunday School 9:15 AM Worship Service 10:30 AM
Office Hours: 9 AM – 1 PM, Monday – Friday
Church Staff
Rev. Tom Nordberg, Ph.D. Interim Pastor
J.R. Cannaday
Minister of Music
Mary Rose Linker
Church Secretary/Editor
Joe Louden
Custodian
Donna Wenzel
Parish Nurse
Monday, June 15