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St. Andrew Lutheran Church
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4420 Center Point Rd. N.E.
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Saturday Worship ...................................... 5:30 p.m. Office Hours.................... Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00
Sunday Worship ........................................ 9:30 a.m. Church Phone ................................. (319) 393-4021
Sunday School/Adult Forum .................... 10:45 a.m. Email .................... [email protected]
(Nursery available Sundays
9:00 a.m.-noon) Pastor Zach’s Hours Mon., 1-5; Tues.-Thurs. 9:30-12
Website: www.standrewlutheran.org
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The Messenger
St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
April 2015
St. Andrew Lutheran Church
Sunday of the Passion • Palm Sunday
5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28
9:30 a.m. Sunday March 29
Procession with Palms
The Passion according to St. Mark
Holy Communion
Sunday School and Adult Forum, 10:45 a.m.
The Three Days (Triduum)
Maundy Thursday
April 2, 7:00 p.m.
Footwashing
Holy Communion
Good Friday
April 3, 12:00 and 7:00 p.m.
The Passion according to St. John
Adoration of the Cross
Clergy & Staff
Pastor: Zachary Johnson
Cell: (319) 429-4750; [email protected] (office);
Pastor Johnson will be on vacation April 18-26. Please contact the office in an emergency.
Teresa Girard, Office Administrator
Brett Formanek, Sexton
Ben Luedcke, Music Director
Robin Wagner, Organist
There will be an Easter Egg Hunt following service Easter Sunday, Children should meet in the
library to start.
The Resurrection of Our Lord
Easter Vigil, Saturday, April 4, 7:00 p.m.
Service of Light; Service of Readings; Holy Baptism; Holy Communion
Easter Day, Sunday, April 5, 9:30 a.m.
Congregation Council (2015-2016)
Lillian Davis, president ...................(319) 624-3634
[email protected]
Chris Formanek, vice president......(319) 361-9297
[email protected]
Lori Krueger, secretary ..................(319) 378-4158
[email protected]
Dan Lewis, treasurer......................(319) 395-0074
[email protected]
Mike Barton ...................................(319) 294-1054
[email protected]
John Horth...................................... (319) 294-0993
[email protected]
Bill Logan........................................ (319) 377-7039
[email protected]
Pete Martin ..................................... (319) 378-3124
[email protected]
Stephen Nilsen .....................................................
[email protected]
Paul Thulin............................................................
[email protected]
Karen Wolf ...........................................................
[email protected]
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Festival Service of Holy Communion
Easter Breakfast, 8:00 a.m.
Festive Prelude, 9:00 a.m.
Saturday, April 18,
8 am –2 pm
Details page 6.
Sunday, May 3
During Worship
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Inside this Messenger:
Blessings from Pastor Zach ........................ p2
Cantor’s Corner ........................................ p.3
Worship Ministry ................................. pp.3,5
Congregation Council .............................. p.4
Newsletter Poll.......................................... p.5
Learning Ministry ..................................... p.6
SAY (St. Andrew Youth) .......................... p.7
Service Ministry........................................ p.7
LSI............................................................ p.8
Witness Ministry ....................................... p.9
Birthdays, Anniversaries ......................... p.10
Bits and Pieces ........................................ p.10
Flowers for the Church ............................ p.11
In Our Prayers ......................................... p.11
Financial Summary ................................. p.11
Directory................................................. p.12
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God is Still Making All Things New!
the kingdom here and now. One of these glimpses
plays out in our worship each week. Each week
we gather around the means of grace (as known as
the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion
as well as God’s word) to hear, once again, the
life-giving story of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. The Holy Spirit gathers us so that we can
grow in faith and find a Christ-centered community who will support us on our baptismal journey.
Through experiencing worship each week God
opens our eyes to how the kingdom is very much
alive in the world today. In other words, we come
to worship to experience God’s saving activity in
the world (Through the means of grace) which
then points us to God’s saving activity outside the
walls of our church.
appy Easter! Well, Easter Sunday was April
5th and it was a wonderful celebration as we
heard the good news proclaimed that Christ is
risen! Alleluia! The Easter season is the most important season in the life of the church because,
not only does it remind us of the reason we are
Christians, but it is also a time to remember that
we have been given the gift of new life in Christ’s
resurrection and that God is making all things
new!
But wait, how can this be true? How can God be
possibly making things new when there is so
much going on in our world that contradicts it?
There is still conflict in the Middle East, that’s not
new. There are still corrupt politicians and governments, plenty of people living in poverty, lots
of violence, and the church is still losing people. This saving activity that God points us to can then
How can we possibly believe that God is making be seen in the new life of creation at springtime;
in the reconciliation of a long severed relationthings new?
ship; in a cancer free diagnosis; in people volunOne of the struggles that we have to live in as a teering their time to feed the homeless; in the
post-resurrection people is the theological para- work that the ELCA Malaria Campaign and
dox of an “already and not yet” reality. What this ELCA World Hunger do for our international
means is that we believe that the world has al- brothers and sisters; in the peaceful protestors who
ready been redeemed by Christ’s resurrection, that try and give voice to issues of injustice; in the
we have already been redeemed by Christ’s resur- kindness of a neighbor who helps without expectrection, yet the kingdom of God has not fully ing anything in return; when someone dear to us
come into being yet. Why is this? Well, as genera- says the words, “I love you;” and in simply shartions of people pass away new generations of peo- ing the story Jesus with our children and grandple emerge. These new generations, in their infan- children.
cy, haven’t had the opportunity to learn about
God or the good news of Christ’s resurrection. There are many ways that God is continually makWe are then given the opportunity to pass down ing all things new in our own lives and in the
the amazing story of Jesus to other generations so world around us. Coming to worship helps us see
that they can come to know how much God loves and experience these new things that God is doing
them. If we don’t share that story, future genera- in the world. This is why we celebrate Easter evetions will not know of the love and grace of God. ry year. Thanks be to God for the wonderful reminder that we are always being made new beSo, as you can see, there is still work to be done, cause of Christ’s resurrection! Christ is risen!
people that still are in need of redeeming (by Alleluia! God is making all things new! Alleluia!
Christ). Yet, as a way to help us keep the faith
until the Last Day, God does give up glimpses of Peace,
Pastor Zach
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IN OUR PRAYERS
Hospitalized
Hospitalized? Please call the church office at 3934021, to let us know when you or a family member
will be having surgery or is hospitalized. Due to
privacy legislation, the hospitals no longer call us
except upon specific request. And because of this
legislation, we can no longer publish the names of
those hospitalized in print. We do, of course, continue to include names of those hospitalized in
prayer
Loved Ones in the Military (Prayers and cards
are appreciated; addresses available from the
church office):
Brandon Schau is serving at Fort Carson, Colorado. Brandon is Irv & Kathy Schau’s grandson.
Eric Walker is stationed at Offut Air Force
Base, NE (near Omaha). Eric, a member of St.
Andrew, is Dennis & Deb Walker’s son.
We welcome into the Fellowship of Christ’s
Church by the Sacrament of Holy Baptism Nolan
Fenton Reeder, son of Jourdan & Melinda Reeder; sponsors: Ashley Borchardt, Katlin Borchardt,
and Keaton Reeder. .
Flowers for the Church
The 2015 Flower Charts are posted on
the bulletin board outside Bethsaida
Hall. Please sign for the dates you
wish to give flowers.
April
Anniversaries
Altar Flowers for April 2015 We display no altar flowers during Lent
Apr. 5 Bill & Muriel Logan (1)
Apr. 12 Chris & Brett Formanek (2)
Apr. 19 Mike & Chris Calef (2)
Apr. 26 open
May 3 open
Bill & Muriel Logan ............................ 4/1/1978
Brett & Chris Formanek .................... 4/10/2010
Kevin & Karla Hamdorf .................... 4/10/1999
Larry & Debbie Griffin...................... 4/11/1987
Jenna & Ken Kositzky ....................... 4/12/2104
Craig & Marcia Nilsen ...................... 4/17/1982
Beth & Scott Sigmund ....................... 4/30/2011
February 28, 2015, Financial Summary
OUR GIVING
Beginning balance
Regular Offerings
Other Offerings
Total Receipts
Ministry Expenses
Benevolent Ministries
Other Ministries
Difference + or (-)
Jan. 2015
$ 26,302
78
$ 26,380
$
Year to date
$ 14,696
$ 40,657
667
$ 41,324
0
20,098
$ 20,098
$
$
$
36,000
39,874
45,874
$
$
(-3,547)
6,282)
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100.0%
18.0%
1.3%
14.9%
$
61.6%
8.7%
11.0%
$
$
Budget .
14,696
226,065
51,503
277,568
$
9,750
216,315
226,065
$
0
April Birthdays
SHELTER CARE/ASSISTED LIVING/
NURSING HOME RESIDENTS
Dan Rosenthal ............................ 4/1
Chet Reisner ............................... 4/2
Sherry Borchardt......................... 4/3
Ryan Mudd ................................. 4/4
Barb Polglaze ............................. 4/5
Martha Svenson .......................... 4/5
Cheryl Burns............................... 4/7
Hannah Skow ............................. 4/7
Kary Miller ................................. 4/8
Katlin Borchardt ......................... 4/9
Mike Calef ................................ 4/10
Larry Johnson ........................... 4/13
Dan Lewis ................................ 4/13
Kaitlyn Boline .......................... 4/14
Adelyn Pierce ........................... 4/14
Scott Svenson ........................... 4/15
Terry Alef ................................. 4/16
Donna Coon.............................. 4/16
Parker Senner ........................... 4/18
Eleanore Johnson ...................... 4/20
Gwyn Aarhus ............................ 4/21
Lana Franzman ......................... 4/21
Rebecca Lewis .......................... 4/21
Judy Potts ................................. 4/21
Ron Charlier ............................. 4/22
Erin Saladay ............................. 4/23
Nancy Bauer ............................. 4/24
Diane Etienne ........................... 4/24
Dennis Walker .......................... 4/25
Jason Dallege ............................ 4/26
Veryl Hansen ............................ 4/27
Ellison Pierce ............................ 4/27
Daniel Nilsen ............................ 4/29
Sandra Brenneman
Irma Gunderson
Clarence Sampson
Lita Schminke
Walt Stoner
Addresses and phone numbers are available
through the office.
Don’t forget to donate those items you
no longer need or want to SAY
Garage Sale. Items can be brought
to Bethsaida Hall, Sunday, April
12, after Sunday School.
CANTOR’S
Bits and Pieces
CORNER
The musicians at Saint Andrew know how important Lent is to
each and everyone of us as we reflect on Christ's sacrifice on the
cross, and we hope that the music at Saint Andrew in the past
several weeks has brought you closer to God. Looking ahead, we
are anticipating two more months of choir and bell rehearsals
with music that continues to celebrate Christ's resurrection and
ascension. It is never too late to join us on Wednesday nights!
We recently welcomed a few new members to our ensembles and
we look forward to making music in the months to come.
Please note: if your special day is not included it
means we don’t have your information. Please
call the church office to update. Thank you.
Deadlines for May Messenger
May Calendar will be finalized Thursday, April
16, for inclusion in the May Messenger. Stop by
the church office to add meeting times and activities.
For our worship assistants (acolytes,
assisting ministers, servers, etc.), this is
also the deadline to let the church office
know the dates you will be unavailable for
April.
Deadline for May Messenger is 9:00 a.m.
Thursday, April 23. Please submit all items on
diskette, CD-ROM, or camera-ready email attachment to [email protected].
Weekly Bulletin/Announcements Deadline: As
always, please have all items for the Sunday
bulletin and announcements to the church office
by 4:00 p.m. WEDNESDAYS by camera-ready
email attachment, CD-ROM, or on diskette.
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Wanted Dirty Cars!
Car Wash on Sunday, May 3 9:00-12:00.
Get your car washed while you are in Worship!
WORSHIP AT ST. ANDREW…
April 4/5 – Resurrection of Our Lord: Easter
Acts 10:34-43
Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Mark 16:1-8
April 11/12 – Second Sunday of Easter
Acts 4:32-35
Psalm 133
1 John 1:1-2; 2
John 20:19-31
St. Andrew Lutheran Church
Pastor: Rev. Zachary Johnson
4420 Center Point Rd. NE · Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Church Office: (319) 393-4021
Email: [email protected]
www.standrewlutheran.org
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
April 18/19 – Third Sunday of Easter
Acts 3:12-19
Psalm 4
1 John 3:1-7
Luke 24:36b-48
Worship with us at Holy Communion—
Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School and Adult Forum: 10:45 a.m.
April 25/26 – Fourth Sunday of Easter
Acts 4:5-12
Psalm 23
1 John 3:16-24
John 10:11-18
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CONGREGATION COUNCIL
WITNESS MINISTRY
Congregation Council Highlights – March 5, 2015
THANK YOU, LENTEN SUPPER HOSTS!
Treasurer’s Report: Dan Lewis reported contributions of $25,810 and expenses of $20,098 for
February 2015 resulting in a month end general
fund balance of $13,928. Expenses were about
$4,000 higher in February due to property insurance payment, snow removal costs, higher utility
costs and expenses associated with Pastor Zach’s
move.
Witness Ministry: Chris Formanek reported the
Witness Ministry Team has updated the Easter
advertisement to be published in the Gazette, the
Lenten banners will be set up and the team will be
distributing flyers in the neighborhood and to local
hotels for Easter Worship services.
Facilities Ministry: Pete Martin reported the tuck
-pointing of the education/office wing will be done
this spring; however the exact dates are unknown
at this time. The Facilities team is also discussing
installing additional lighting in the parking lot,
adding signage to the building and replacing the
parking lot. The cost for paving the parking lot is
estimated at about $70,000 and will require a special fundraising effort to accomplish this project.
Pastor’s Report: Pastor Zach reported he will be
gone April 18-24, June 1-7, and August 7-8. He
will also be accompanying SAY to the National
Youth Gathering on July 15-19.
Education Meeting: Pastor Zach reported that
about 38 people, of all ages, attended the March 1,
2015 meeting focused on Education at St. Andrew.
The turnout shows that education is important here.
Pastor Zach reported the Education Ministry team
will be following up with interviews of families
with school-age children to find out how we can
support them in teaching their children about God.
Exterior Sign Update: Chris Formanek presented
a proposal from Nesper Signs to update our current
sign from a fixed text format to a three-line
changeable format for about $1,500. A motion
was m/s/a to authorize Nesper Signs to proceed
with the proposal.
Council Retreat: Pastor Zach reported the council
retreat will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2015
from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at Prairie Woods. Bill
Logan and Chris Formanek will be unable to attend
due to prior commitments.
Feed Iowa First Garden: Chris Formanek reported we will again be hosting the Feed Iowa First
garden at St. Andrew. Facilities would like to talk
with Sonya, garden coordinator, about ways to
make the mowing easier in and around the garden.
STATIC Committee: St. Andrew Techies in
Committee (STATIC) is a new committee focused Email Newsletter: Lilian Davis reported 45 memon developing ways to use social media to reach out bers have responded to the informal poll about
to our members and the larger community.
distribution of the monthly newsletter. 21 members want to continue receiving the Messenger via
Worship Ministry: Paul Thulin reported we have mail (USPS) and 24 expressed either no preference
been using the piano more often in worship lately or would prefer to receive via email. This matter
due to two pedals sticking on the organ. We have will continue to be reviewed.
been trying to resolve the issue via phone calls to
the builder, but we are due for organ maintenance
this year. The team is also busy preparing for Holy Next Council Meeting: April 9, 2015 @ 6:30 pm.
Week services. Lutheran Service in Iowa will be
Respectfully Submitted,
here to preach on April 25/26.
Lori Krueger, Secretary
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Once again, various groups within our congregation prepared and served the Wednesday evening
Lenten Suppers. Every Wednesday, 45 - 50 people gathered in Bethsaida Hall to share a delicious meal, relax, and spend some time visiting
with one another. Then they moved into the
sanctuary for a meaningful time of Lenten worship. Serving were the Confirmation Families
and Learning Ministry Team, Witness & Service
Ministry Teams, Chapel Choir and Worship
Ministry Team, and the All-Star Cooking
Team. The Congregation Council was scheduled
for the first Wednesday of Lent, but weather
conditions cancelled both the meal and worship that
evening. Several council members then were transformed into All-Stars by volunteering for that
team. The offerings were combined to give a significant gift to the "Build a Village" project through the
ELCA -- final total wasn't available at the time of
this writing.
Serving one another and sharing in the project that
is a Lenten Supper are opportunities to grow and
learn together -- part of what makes us a congregation, and not just a membership! Thanks so much to
all who participated -- including the guests every
week!
Mary Rogers, Fellowship Coordinator
STARS April Plans
Happy Easter from
St. Andrew Email Devotions!
All are welcome to join St. Andrew Retirees on
Tuesday, April 14, when we're off to Emil's Hideaway, a fun spot tucked away at 222 Glenbrook
Drive SE. This little street is across First Avenue
from Lindale Mall, and west of Home Depot. Use
the access road, look just behind the Taco John's,
and you'll spot it. We'll meet at the restaurant at
11:30 a.m. and will have seating arranged in advance -- just show up and join this friendly
group!
Please note: A new four-month schedule was
mailed out a couple of weeks ago. If you didn't
get one, lost your copy, or want to share our activities with someone, please feel welcome to take
one of the extras pinned on the bulletin board by
the kitchen door. Remember, also, if you need a
ride, want to make a suggestion or ask a question,
please feel free to call Mary Rogers (377-3016) or
Nancy Gable (393-9045).
The weekly devotion that arrives in your e-mailbox
every week is a friendly contact from your fellow
members at St. Andrew. It's short, original, and sent
as a form of in-reach for and from those of us in our
congregation. Please consider taking a few minutes
to read the messages of the Good News of Jesus'
resurrection, his appearances to the disciples, and
how he continues to be with us in our life journeys. It's an easy, meaningful way to continue the
celebration of the Easter season and welcome the
beautiful days of spring.
If you'd like to contribute a devotion or make a
suggestion for a subject, please sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex, or talk to Mary Rogers or
Chris Formanek. Remember, printed copies of all
the devotions are available on the narthex table if
you'd like one in print, or want to send a copy or two
along to someone who might enjoy it.
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Lutheran Services in Iowa
said Gaylene, an LSI caseworker. “They are very
good parents. They just needed a little more confidence in their skills.”
For example, the family learned new communication tips to use with their son Gabe, age 4.
April is Month of the Young Child & Child
Abuse Prevention Month
In 2014, LSI’s early childhood programs made
more than 14,900 home visits to Iowa families
with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. These programs help parents learn about child development,
parenting strategies and community resources, and
they can also help reduce some of the risk factors
that may lead to child abuse or neglect, such as
critical stress. LSI often partners with parents who
grew up in unstable home environments and desire
to give their own children a different quality of
life. Your support helps our youngest Iowans grow
up healthy and safe!
LSI is proud to be an affiliated social ministry organization of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in
America (ELCA). Learn more at www.LSIowa.org
and
www.facebook.com/LSI.iowa.
“Before we started the program, Shane and I
fought a lot about different parenting styles,”
Kalee said. “We would get frustrated when we
couldn’t get Gabe to understand what we wanted
him to do. We learned how to talk to him better,
and now we’re on the same page.”
Through Families Together, LSI can partner with
families at any time from before their child is born
up to age 18. On average, an LSI caseworker will
meet with a family for 10 – 12 months. That approach, which builds trust and relationships, is
comforting, Kalee said.
“Gaylene feels like a part of our family,” Kalee
said. “Gabe always asks when she’s coming. Having her here also helped prepare Gabe for school.”
A New Parenting Path
When Kalee became a young mom in high school, Kalee hopes her two children will grow up happier
she knew exactly what kind of parent she didn’t than she was, she said.
want to be.
“I don’t think it will be as much of a struggle for
“My childhood was very different,” she said. them to succeed,” she said. “They will feel more
“There was a lot of miscommunication on all lev- secure and loved than I felt growing up.”
els and yelling all the time. I had a lot of trouble
growing up, and I didn’t want my kids to go
through that.”
Instead, Kalee and her partner Shane are finding
their own parenting style, thanks to some support
from LSI’s Families Together program. Families
Together is a voluntary home visitation program
that offers families parenting education, community resources, support and more.
WORSHIP MINISTRY
Festival in April
Saturday, April 25, is the festival of St. Mark,
Evangelist. He was not numbered among the
twelve apostles, yet Mark was probably a member
of the early church community. The gospel that
bears his name is the shortest and most direct,
and many scholars think it was the first to be written.
From Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2014 Augsburg
Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under
Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License #23160.
Join Us in Prayer!
Join the Prayer Chain!
Praying for others and knowing that others are praying
for you can be such a healing
experience. If you would
like to join the St. Andrew Prayer Chain, please call
the office or e-mail Nan Schroeder at [email protected]. We will notify you by e-mail each
week of prayer requests and ask that you include
those requests in your daily prayers. For more information, call Nan at 521-1317.
St. Andrew’s Vision
A welcoming community,
blessed by God’s grace,
joyfully serving Jesus Christ
and spreading the Good News -
“Kalee and Shane are so much fun to work with,”
God’s promise of Eternal Life.
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Due to the number of households in
this congregation decreasing to lower
than the bulk mailing limit and to the
modern convenience of receiving
Newsletters by email, we would like
everyone to reply whether they would
prefer their newsletter be sent by regular mail or by email. If you prefer
email, please confirm your email address. If you prefer regular mail please
confirm your mailing address. The
post office asks us to confirm the mailing addresses on our bulk mail every
year.
Those people who do not respond will
be contacted. Those receiving this
newsletter who are not members,
please indicate whether you wish to
continue receiving the newsletters by
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SAY! News - St. Andrew Youth
LEARNING MINISTRY
Sunday School News
Book Club News
The St. Andrew Book Club will be doing something different for our meeting in April. Instead of
meeting at the church, we'll be traveling to the
North Liberty Community Library to listen to author Robin Oliveira discuss her book My Name is
Mary Sutter. The program is taking place at 6:30
on Tuesday April 21. The book being highlighted
is a Civil War era novel which was chosen as the
All Iowa Reads selection for 2015. The book
shows how tirelessly Mary works to ease the suffering of wounded soldiers and try to achieve her
goal of becoming a surgeon despite prejudice and
misunderstanding of what a woman's proper role in
society should be. Please join us in making the
short drive to North Liberty on April 21 at 6:30 to
hear Robin Oliveira's special presentation.
In May we'll be discussing One Flew Over the
Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey. The book, which
was popular back in the 1960s, was recently chosen
as the Linn Area Reads selection for 2015. The
book is being used as a spring board for a community wide discussion of mental health issues, a
timely topic as funding for programs is being cut
and the need remains great. Please join us for book
discussions whenever you can and participate in
metro area programs as you have time.
A meeting was held Sunday, March 1 to discuss
low Sunday School attendance and gather ideas
and options to pursue as a congregation going forward. The Learning Ministry team was pleased
with the number present at the meeting and all the
feedback we received; and we feel there are still
voices to be heard. We will be conducting additional sessions in smaller groups, so be on the look
-out for more information on those. No concrete
decisions came from the March 1st meeting, however, starting the wheels in motion to explore alternatives is an important step. Continue to pray for
the education and youth programs at St. Andrew.
Please pass comments, concerns, frustrations, or
ideas to anyone on the Learning Ministry
team. Those team members include Jan Thulin,
John and Beth Horth, Marcia Nilsen, Nan
Schroeder or Pastor Zach.
Last day of Sunday School for this year is May
17th (week before Memorial Day). Don’t miss it,
always a good time.
EWALU Day Camp:
Save the date:
Monday, July 27 - Friday, July 31, 2015
Vacation Bible School will be a joint week of
day camp again with Holy Redeemer, Our Savior's and St. Andrew... hosted this year by Holy
Redeemer (Sunday night meal will be at Holy
Redeemer to kick off the week). Day Camp is
for kids entering 1st - 6th grades (completed
Kindergarten this school year). More info will
be coming - tell your friends, neighbors, grandchildren, nieces, nephews ...the more, the merrier!
Spring Garage Sale will be on April 18th
from 8 am to 2 pm. SAY is requesting donation
items for sale. Drop off items beginning Sunday,
April 12th in the youth
room. Please do NOT
bring items before
April 12. Accepting
toys, household items,
tools, books, children’s
clothes newborn up to
6x. Thanks!
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SERVICE MINISTRY
April Gracious Groceries goes to CrossRoads
Mission. Items needed in-
Sunday Apr. 5 Easter Breakfast
Wed. Apr. 8 Huddle, 6:30 p.m.
Wed. Apr. 15 NO Huddle
Thurs. Apr. 16 Garage Sale Setup
Fri. Apr. 17 Garage Sale Setup
Sat. Apr. 18 Garage Sale (8 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Wed. Apr. 22 Huddle (take items to Stuff etc.
& go to Orange Leaf.
Wed. Apr. 29 Huddle,6:30 p.m.
Sun. May 3 Car Wash, 9-11—Youth will be
ready to wash your car during church
clude: Non-Perishable
Food: Meat products (canned
and frozen), Canned Vegetables,
Canned Fruit, Canned Tuna,
Tuna Helper, Baby Food, Perishable Food , Fresh Eggs, Dairy
Products, and Fresh Produce.
Personal Items: Toliet Paper, Tooth Brushes, Disposable Razors, Wash Cloths, Diapers and Pull-ups of all
sizes, and Small Samples of: -Shampoo -Toothpaste Soap. Clothing: Clothing from new born to seniors
appropriate for the season and in good repair and clean.
(Jeans always), NEW Under-garments and shoes are
accepted. Spring season is accepted now.
National Youth Gathering Meetings Saturday, April 25th after
church.
Volunteering at Green Square Meals
Note: These meetings are highly
encouraged and if you cannot attend please contact Karen Lint
(319) 393-6473) to let her know
In the past, St. Andrew provided volunteers
one night a month and we had 15-20 members
in the pool. They volunteered when they were
able to and there was one coordinator who did
the scheduling.
SERVICE MINISTRY
Green Square Meals is program located in downtown Cedar Rapids that serves an evening meal
five days a week. They serve an average of 120
meals each day.
There are opportunities to help Green Square
Meals by donating items, money and by volunteering to serve a meal. During April and May we will
be collecting food and money to be donated to
Green Square Meals. Money goes in the milk jug
and will be used for this program to purchase milk.
Food items needed are: any vegetables, instant
potatoes, salt & pepper, sugar, creamer, paper towels, styrofoam to-go containers.
Place these items in the box labeled “Green
Square” in the Narthex.
If you are interested in volunteering, please fill
out the information sheet and place in the offering
plate. Thank you for your help with this project.
The Service Team
If you would like to join in the effort, please
fill out this sheet and place it in the offering
plate.
Able to be the volunteer coordinator: Yes
Able to be a volunteer from 3:30-5:45
Monday: Yes
Tuesday: Yes
Wednesday:Yes
Thursday: Yes
Friday:
Yes
Name:________________________
Phone:________________________
Email:_________________________
Please place this form in the offering plate.
Thanks-The Service Team
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