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D ov e Ta l e N e w s l e t t e r
OCTOBER 2014
A message from Pastor Josh Reese
John 10:27-28 (ESV)
My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and
they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.
Are you listening? If you are, you hear leaves falling. Are you looking? If
you are, you see a display of colors fit for a king. These are the realities of
living in the Northwoods in fall. That’s what we’re hearing and seeing in
this world. However, the more important question is, are you listening and
looking for God?
In Matthew 13:16-17, Jesus encouraged his followers with these words,
“16 But blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they
hear. 17 For truly I tell you, many prophets and righteous people longed to
see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not
hear it.”
Jesus spoke then, and Jesus speaks today. Are you listening for His voice?
Are you looking for His grace? The best way I know to do that is through
prayer. A quiet prayer in your heart right now that says, “Whatever
happens today Lord, I will listen for You and I will look for where You are at
work.”
We would all do well to stop wherever we are at right now and pray
quietly to God and ask for His guidance. Ask for eyes to see and ears to
hear. Ask humbly that we are a community at St. Germain EFC that listens
and looks for God’s grace in Christ. As this fall marches on, please join me
in sharpening our hearing and seeing as we genuinely seek more of our
Lord’s presence.
Because He lives,
Pastor Josh Reese
Building a community that loves Christ, to reach a community for Christ.
6065 Hwy 70 • St Germain,WI 54558 • 715-479-2173 • [email protected]
Joshua Reese, Senior Pastor • [email protected]
Daniel Shields, Associate Pastor • [email protected]
www.stgefc.com
CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS
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Jim Hoover went over the changes to the Church
Constitution. The revised Constitution will be made
available to the congregation for review and will be
voted on at the annual meeting in January 2015.
Ministry Team leader job descriptions are being developed.
The proposed 2015 budget was discussed.
The date for the 3rd quarter Congregational
Meeting was set for October 26th after the worship
service with a potluck luncheon.
An Associate Pastor search update was given by
Pastor Josh.
Todd Monge gave a Building Committee update.
The new draft floor plan was presented to the Congregation. When the building plan is finished, it
will be let for bids.
An ordination service is planned for Pastor Josh on
November 16, 2014 at 3:00pm. More details to follow.
Pastor Josh said the leader position for the Outreach Team is still vacant and needs to be filled as
soon as possible.
Ron Vermoch reported some water damage in the
youth room after the recent rains. Repairs are underway.
Why consider EZ Giving ?
It is through your generous contributions that St.
Germain Evangelical Free Church is able to continue our vision of Prayerfully Building Connections That Deepen Faith In Christ.
As you consider your method of contributing, we
remind you that we offer electronic EZ Giving as
a way to automate your offerings. It is convenient for you and provides much-needed consistency for the church. Collection basket offerings
fluctuate significantly from week to week but
when contributions are automated, the church
receives the funds it needs to operate on a steady,
uninterrupted basis.
An authorization form and a “Frequently Asked
Questions” flyer are available from the church
office, at the Red Wall, or download at
www.stgermainfreechurch.com.
By Mary Kahl
As we look ahead, Christmas is less than 3 months away! During the season, we give and receive presents and celebrate the birth of our Savior. For over 20 years Samaritan’s Purse has
been collecting shoe boxes full of items for kids to show them the love of God. This ministry
allows the local churches to establish relationships with the children and to tell them about the
Good News of Jesus. These children then go home and share with their families. Are you able
to help churches across the world have a way to share the Gospel?
We have the opportunity to participate again in this wonderful program and you will start seeing shoe boxes being collected beginning in October. When you see those school sales, consider picking up extra items to put in a shoebox (or two). We have plastic shoeboxes for people to fill this year, which
will allow those kids receiving them to have a place to keep their precious items cleaner and drier than just a plain
shoebox. There is always a need to fill shoeboxes for older kids. Girls love to get sewing items. Boys love to get
tools. Consider packing a box to go to a teen.
If you would like to become more involved please contact Kris De Sutter or Mary Kahl.
OCTOBER IS
PASTOR
APPRECIATION
MONTH
We are truly blessed by the Pastors that God has provided for us. The Elders encourage everyone to take
the opportunity to show their appreciation to our
pastors and families for all of the things they do for
the church.
DID YOU KNOW? If you have to miss a worship service
because of illness or vacation, you can receive Sunday
sermons digitally! Download sermons from our church
website (www.stgefc.com). Click on the “Resources” link
and you’ll see “Sermon Archive.” You may also request a
CD of the sermon! Please contact Dan Shields for more
information or to order a CD. ([email protected] or 715479-2173).
We also want to give you the opportunity to participate in a monetary gift for them. If you wish to participate, give your gift to any one of the Elders, place it
in the offering plate or leave it at the office. Put it in
an envelope marked Pastors Gift. If you wish to write
a check, note it as Pastors Gift. The Elders will divide
all gifts between our two pastors. All gifts must be
turned in by Oct 19.
The Elders are Jim Hoover, Jeff Kraft, Todd Monge,
Harvey Overturf, Bob Owens and Chuck Zaugg.
Remember to check our online calendar
for the most current, up-to-date
happenings!
www.stgefc.com
You can find us on Facebook, too!
October 11th
7:00am
*Every 2nd Saturday of the month!
Sign up at the Welcome Center
October
October Community Dinners
The Northwoods Share Community Dinners will
take place on Tuesday, October 7th and Tuesday,
October 21st. Doors open at 4:00pm for snacks
and fellowship and dinner is served at 5:30pm. All
are welcome to serve, clean up or just come and
enjoy getting to know your neighbors. If a Connection group is interested in committing to serving through clean up, NWS could use the help.
Reaching out to a community for Christ! For more
information or to volunteer call Pam Zaugg at 715479-3388.
BIRTHDAYS
1—Nathan Lofy
2—Margaret Jarrett
5—Zachary Kroschel
6—Lexi Maillette
7—Cheri Shields
8—Sherry Schmidt
12—Sarah Zillmer
12—Ann Owens
12—Isabella Baker
13—Larry A. Snedden
13—Isaac Haiduk
14—Kris DeSutter
15—Bob DeSutter
17—Noah Ramirez
18—Tony Schmidt
20—Harold DeRuiter
22—Mike Johnson
23—Kris Brill
23—Samantha Haiduk
27—Nolan Lurvey
28—Molly Emmerich
30—Tom Ober
ANNIVERSARIES
4—Butch & Berwyn Mischo
11—Kevin & Kris Korb
20—Dan & Jean Sass
The Northwoods Share Needs Ministry is in need of helping hands and product or financial donations. This ministry is open every Wednesday from 9:00am to 4:00pm at The Rock Mission Center in Eagle River. We are in need
of toilet paper, detergent, dish soap, paper towels, deodorant and other personal care items. Thanks for remembering to serve others in need in our community! Contact Pam Zaugg at 715-479-3388 with questions.
Family Fall Fest!
Join us for Family Fall Fest on Sunday, October 19th from
4:00pm until 6:00pm at the church. There will be plenty of food and fun for everyone!
Crafts, pumpkin football throw, bounce house...
Come bounce, eat, craft, fellowship and enjoy the beginning of fall’s blessings!
A Chili Cook-Off will be part of our food for the afternoon
so... get out your favorite chili recipe and get cookin’! If you
plan to participate in the Chili Cook-Off, please sign up at the
Welcome Center.
Mary Martha Time
Women always enjoy more time…to get those things
done whether it’s fellowship, crafts, devotionals... We all enjoy time together, so here is an opportunity to have that!
Saturday October 25th from 9-Noon
Time for fellowship, devotionals...
Time to work on projects...
Time for knitting, crocheting, quilting, scrapbooking,
sewing, paper arts, etc...
Time to just spend with other women...
Make and take project!!
Tables are available to work on your project.
Sign-up at the Welcome Center.
Refreshments served. Bring a light snack to share.
Any questions, call Joella Wrasse 715-892-5168
MEMBERSHIP CLASSES OFFERED
Are you interested in membership at St. Germain Evangelical
Free Church? Our next 3-session Membership Class is coming
up soon!
October 5, October 12, October 19 all at 9:00am
Before Sunday worship service. Please stop at the Welcome
Center to sign up.
Quarterly
Congregational Meeting
Sunday, October 26th
11:30am (following worship)
with Potluck luncheon
The grass withers and the flowers
fall, but the word of our God
Stands forever.
Isaiah 40:8
STG KIDS
Wednesday Nights: 6:15 - 7:45 pm
Fall 2014 start date: October 1 - May 6
4K through fifth grade
We’ll be kicking off the new year with a brand new and exciting curriculum
called FaithWeaver. FaithWeaver is a three-year program. Everyone - from
toddlers to 5th grade - studies the same Bible Point in an age-appropriate way.
Lessons are designed to encourage faith development beyond Wednesday so
faith grows all week long. Whether at the kitchen table or in the car,
FaithWeaver makes it easy for families to talk about the Bible and their faith.
STG STUDENTS
Wednesday Nights: 6:15 - 7:45 pm
Fall 2014 start date: September 17 - May 6
6th through 12th grade
There will be upbeat worship, awesome activities,
community with other students, and hearing what a
relationship with God really looks like. Bring as
many friends as you can because it is going to be
CRAZY AWESOME AND IMPACTING!
ADULTS
Adult Connection Group Study
Wednesday Nights: 6:15 - 7:45 pm
Fall 2014 start date: October 1 - May 6
Adults meet for study and fellowship during the
same time as STG KIDS and STG STUDENTS
are meeting.
CARE TEAM CORNER
Laura Wipperman, Care Team Leader
715-479-7490
[email protected]
Joella Wrasse, Café 2:42
715-892-5168
[email protected]
Pat Van Acker, Congregational Care Coordinator
715-892-1741
[email protected]
We have all experienced stress in our lives, and are always trying to figure out how to handle it better. I
ran across this from one of the conferences I attended and wanted to share it with you - it is pretty
good and all we need to do is try to follow the suggestions:
TEN COMMANDMENTS TO MANAGE STRESS
1. Don't let minor aggravations get to you. Don't try to ignore feelings of aggravation. Keep your
perspective.
2. Don't succumb to guilt.
3. Develop strategies.
4. Learn to accept and adapt to change. Look for the opportunity. Take a leadership approach.
5. Change the way you look at stress.
6. Develop a support system.
7. Learn to accept the things you can't change:
Life is cyclical
Accept your feelings
Keep busy
Change the environment
Pamper yourself
8. Develop a personal anti-stress regimen:
Convenient
Time-effective
Inexpensive
Enjoyable
9. Don't take it personally.
10. Believe in yourself.
Blood Pressure Clinic for October: Saturday, October 4 - 1/2 hour before and after the 5 p.m. Service
Sunday, October 5 - 1/2 hour before and after the 10:30 a.m. Service
FALL CHURCH CLEAN UP
The fall church clean up day will be Saturday, October 11th starting
about 8:30am following the Men’s Breakfast. Help us spruce up the
church before the fall and winter season sets in. We need as many volunteers as we can get, so come out and give us a hand. Please sign up
at the Welcome Center. Contact Ron Vermoch, 715-891-4738, with any
questions. Thank you!
Scheduled to Serve—Saturday
SATURDAY GREETERS
*Bold text indicates greeter responsible for purchasing bread and juice for Communion.
5:00 PM
WELCOME CENTER
OCTOBER 4
*LARRY SNEDDEN
JUDY KUIPER
OCTOBER 11
AL YANKE
VAL SNEDDEN
OCTOBER 18
CRAIG & JEANNE RISMON
PAT VAN ACKER
OCTOBER 25
WAYNE & DEB PETTERSON
LARRY SNEDDEN
SATURDAY NURSERY
OCT
4— Connie & Kari Maines
11— Brian & Kim Haas
18— Dave & Julie Zillmer
25— Andy & Katie Panske
SATURDAY CHILDREN’S CHURCH
OCT
4— NO CHILDREN’S CHURCH
11— Wendy Reese, Heidi Neis
18— Beth Fojtik, Colleen Bolanowski
25— Beth Fojtik, Kim Simonis
Scheduled to Serve—Sunday
SUNDAY MORNING GREETERS
*Front door people also come back at the end of the service and stay at the Welcome
Center to answer questions and assist folks until everyone has left.
10:30 AM
WELCOME CENTER
OCTOBER 5
JIM & KAREN GRACE*
HARVEY & HELEN OVERTURF
OCTOER 12
JEFF & JEANETTE KRAFT*
JIM & MARY ANNE KELLNER
OCTOBER 19
WES & BEV WESTENBERG*
BOB & ANN OWENS
OCTOBER 26
CHUCK & PAM ZAUGG*
DAN & LAURA WIPPERMAN
SUN MORNING NURSERY
SUNDAY CHILDREN’S CHURCH
OCT
OCT
5— Pam Larsen, Sara Waltz
12— Charlie & Liz DePuydt
19— Debby Boschke
26— Rusty & Liz Lurvey
5— NO CHILDREN’S CHURCH
12— Pam Zaugg, Meadow Lofy
19— Pearl Hujet, Laura Bonson
26— Cheri Shields, Becky Webber
SUNDAY USHERS
OCT
5— Jeff Kraft, Bob DeSutter, Butch Schinker
12— Jeff Maines, Harlan Bosacki, John Kazda
19— Harvey Overturf, Ray Weber, Thomas Brusoe
26— Gary Kellner, Bob Boschke, Dennis Doud