ALOA SPRINGFEST
LUTHERHOSTEL:
MAY 13–17, 2015
The scenic Heartwood Conference Center and
Retreat in northwest Wisconsin is the location
for this ALOA (Adult Lutherans Organized for
Action) SpringFest Lutherhostel. It’s open to
those over 50 who are looking to be refreshed
in body, soul and spirit. The focus of this fourday Lutherhostel is to further equip you with
practical suggestions you can use when passing
along our faith, family traditions and patriotism
for our country. We look forward to the daily
spiritual topic by Rev. Dick Hardel; inspiring
music and devotions from singer, songwriter
and storyteller, Don Wharton; and information
about important U.S. historical personalities
and events presented by Tom Kuseske, retired
Lutheran high school history educator.
ABOUT HEARTWOOD
Set in the midst of nature’s beauty,
Heartwood offers guests great
experiences connected to learning,
living and leisure. Heartwood is a
property of Thrivent Financial, a
membership organization of Christians.
Thrivent exists to serve its members
and society by guiding both to be
wise with money and live generously.
Heartwood contributes to this purpose
as a place apart for individuals,
families and groups to relax, reflect
and grow. Located near Trego,
Wisconsin, Heartwood is approximately
120 miles northeast of Minneapolis.
The 700-acre northwoods property
features two private lakes and frontage
on the Namekagon River, a nationally
protected scenic waterway.
Rev. Dick Hardel
The Rev. Dick Hardel of Columbus, Montana, is passionate about “Leaving a Legacy
of Faith,” his spiritual topic at SpringFest. Based on his research of faith formation in
biblical and recent sources, Dick will share his findings that the home is the primary place
for learning the faith, living well in Christ and passing on the faith. The role of parents,
grandparents, extended family and mentors is essential for passing on the faith. Dick
will share why the words “faith” and “family” are really verbs—“faithing” and “familying.”
Before retiring, he served 44 years as an ordained Lutheran pastor in LCMS and ELCA
congregations, as assistant to the Bishop of the Nebraska Synod and as Executive Director
of Vibrant Faith Ministries. Dick is a creative thinker, author, teacher, pastor, international
speaker, editor, publisher, coach, consultant, retreat facilitator and clown (trained by older
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus clowns). He’s a husband, father, grandfather,
brother, godfather, uncle and friend.
Don Wharton
Don Wharton is a Christian husband, father, singer, songwriter, author, humorist, filmmaker
and plane crash survivor who will serve as our music and devotion leader. Since 1979
he has performed more than 3,000 concerts (at least one in all 50 states), primarily at
Lutheran churches, schools and conventions. Don passionately communicates his faith,
the victories and the challenges through his writings. He has written music (250 songs, 20
CDs), books (one autobiography and two novels) and films (five screenplays and one short
film that will be shown at this Lutherhostel). A Dove-Award-winning songwriter/publisher calls
Don “a storyteller extraordinaire and a communicator par excellence.”
Tom Kuseske
Tom Kuseske, our resident SpringFest historian, is a retired Lutheran school teacher who,
along with his wife, Cherice, taught in Topeka, Kansas, and the Twin Cities. Tom taught
social studies at Concordia Academy in Roseville, Minnesota, and Concordia University
in St. Paul where he focused on American history. He got interested in history at a young
age when he realized that he wasn’t the first person on Earth. Watching “Gunsmoke,”
“Combat,” “The 20th Century” and other shows ignited more interest, and a certain
high school history teacher helped make history come alive for him. In keeping with this
Lutherhostel theme, Tom will focus on people and events in American history that fostered
patriotism in desperate times.
Other Program Highlights
• Evening concert by Don Wharton.
• Outdoor and indoor games.
• Heartwood wagon ride, evening fellowships, hiking, kayaking and canoeing.
• Presentation by a professional organizer.
• Session on creative management of digital photos.
About ALOA
Adult Lutherans Organized for Action (ALOA) is a resource to the church
that’s focused on ministry for adults age 50 and above. As the only interLutheran organization committed to ministry for this age group, ALOA
sponsors opportunities for individuals, as well as encourages and supports
adult ministry in congregations. For more information, visit ALOAserves.
org. You can also contact them at [email protected] or ALOA Operations
Center, P.O. Box 4367, Clearwater, FL 33758.
About Thrivent Financial
Thrivent Financial is a financial services organization that helps Christians be
wise with money and live generously. For more than a century we’ve helped
our nearly 2.4 million member-owners make wise money choices that reflect
their values, and we provide opportunities for them to be even more generous
where they live, work and worship.
Accommodations:
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pacious two-queen-bed hotel rooms in the Eagle Lodge complex on the shore of Hoinville Lake.
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ll daily activities will take place in the Eagle Lodge, and delicious meals will be served in the Eagle Lodge
Dining Room.
• T he Heartwood complex is handicapped-accessible and has Wi-Fi access.
Important Registration Information:
• ALOA handles all registrations. Direct questions to the program directors, Ernie and Kathy Freudenburg,
at 507-282-4162 or [email protected] or to ALOA at 800-930-2562 or [email protected].
• T hanks to a special partnership and support from Thrivent that covers over half the cost of this event,
registration is $375 per person double occupancy and $575 per person single occupancy. Non-Thrivent
members should add $50 to each of the above rates.
• T he registration fee includes lodging, meals, program and all activities.
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end the full amount with the registration form by May 6, 2015. Receive a 10% discount for six or more
registrations mailed in the same envelope.
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eceive a full refund, less $50 per registration for processing, on cancellations made by April 13.
No refunds are available after April 13 unless we can fill the space.
ALOA SPRINGFEST LUTHERHOSTEL:
MAY 13–17, 2015
REGISTRATION FORM
HEARTWOOD CONFERENCE CENTER & RETREAT, TREGO, WI
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 60 PARTICIPANTS
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Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Church body affiliation:
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Indicate occupancy preference:
Double Occupancy: $375 per person for Thrivent benefit members
Roommate preference: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Single Occupancy (limited availability):
$575 per person for Thrivent benefit members.
I am willing to have a roommate if one is available.
Non-Thrivent benefit members, add $50.
I will need shuttle transportation from the Minneapolis airport, provided at an additional cost by Heartwood.
Amount enclosed: ______________ Contract stipulates that no refunds available after April 13 unless we can fill the space.
Make checks payable to ALOA and mail with completed registration form by May 6, 2015 to:
ALOA Operations Center, P.O. Box 4367, Clearwater, FL 33758.
Recording Policy: During this event, Thrivent Financial/Heartwood may be recording (audio and video) and/or photographing. Most likely, you will be filmed, recorded or
photographed as part of the audience or individually. By your attendance, you are granting your permission to be recorded or photographed for commercial purposes and agree
to the following: being recorded, filmed or photographed by any means; commercial or any other use of your likeness, voice and words without compensation; specifically
waiving all rights of privacy during the filming, recording or photographing and release Thrivent Financial/Heartwood from liability for loss, damage, or compensation from the
commercial or other use of your likeness, image, voice or word; compliance with all rules and regulations of Thrivent Financial/Heartwood for this event.
N10884 Hoinville Rd., Trego, WI 54888
Phone: 715-466-6300 • Fax: 715-466-6306
Call toll-free: 800-577-4848 • heartwoodconferencecenter.com
A Thrivent Financial® property
28414 N1-15