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March 2017
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
612 14th Ave. NE
Devils Lake, ND
www.oursaviorsdevilslake.org
We are a caring family of God’s Children growing in faith,
spreading His Word, and doing His Work in the community and beyond.
One of the main growth opportunities that
was stressed during the mission planning
process was a desire to have more adult faith
formation, I couldn’t have agreed more.
Starting in March we will all be journeying
through Martin Luther’s Small Catechism in
honor of the 500th anniversary of the
Reformation. While this document may bring
back some pains from Confirmation, I hope
that you might study it once again with a
sense of curiosity, wonder, and interest in
learning Luther’s understanding of some
things that appear in almost every one of our
worship services.
The Small Catechism was written and
designed in 1529 by Luther to be a basic
instruction book for families studying the
Christian faith. It includes the following
writings as well as commentary on them: The
Ten Commandments, The Apostle’s Creed,
The Lord’s Prayer, Baptism, The Office of the
Keys and Confession, The Lord’s Supper, and
a few prayers for daily use.
The legacy of this almost five hundred year old
book continues to have an impact on us as a
global church. Works like this, and countless
others from our sisters and brothers in faith,
prepare us to be witnesses in speech and in action
of God’s rich mercy in Jesus Christ. Each week
when we gather for worship we hear many of
these things that Luther commented on, and
during the remainder of week we are called to live
them out in faith.
Please join us and refresh yourself or learn for the
first time the treasures of Luther’s Small
Catechism. During the spring we will look at the
Ten Commandments and the Apostle’s Creed.
Over the summer we will study who Luther was
and his continued impact today. And finally in
the fall we will explore the Lord’s Prayer and the
Sacraments.
God’s Peace!
Pastor Tom Westcott
[email protected]
P.S. Stay tuned for an online option for this
study!
Subject
Spring Small Catechism
Study
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Ten Commandments 1-3
Sunday 9:10am9:50am
March 12, 2017
Wednesday 5:10pm5:50pm
March 8, 2017
Ten Commandments 4-7
March 19, 2017
March 15, 2017
Ten Commandments 8-10
March 26, 2017
March 22, 2017
Apostle’s Creed (Article 1)
April 23, 2017
March 29, 2017
Apostle’s Creed (Article 2)
April 30 , 2017
April 5, 2017
Apostle’s Creed (Article 3)
May 7, 2017
April 19, 2017
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We Salute You!
Our Savior’s Lutheran Council
WELCA for providing new chairs and wall
hangings for the fellowship hall. They look
great!
Know Your Council Members
Jacky Boyeff ...................................... President
Wes Widmer ............................. Vice President
You are appreciated!
Deb Follman .......................................Secretary
Ben Dyrland ..................................... Treasurer
Molly Johnson ........... Outreach & Stewardship
Gals, Games & Gospel
Deb Follman ............................Care & Concern
Maari Hanson ..................................... Worship
Gals Games & Gospel will be on March
21st from 6:30 to 8:30. RaShell will be
hosting. We will be playing cards/games, and
discussing Pastor Tom’s message from Sunday,
March 19th. Call the office to let RaShell
know if you would like to join us.
Joycelyn Hagen .................................. Property
Wes Widmer .......................................... Youth
Colleen Graue ...................Faith & Fellowship
Pastor Tom Westcott .................... The Church
Our Savior’s Financial Picture
2016 Budget
$191,000.00
Needed Monthly
The Our Savior's Lutheran Church Council
is proud to announce that we are having the
8th Annual Family Fun Day following the
10am church service on Sunday, March 19,
2017. Come enjoy a roast beef dinner, dessert,
and as always...BINGO! All of the proceeds
from this fundraiser will go towards continuing
the powerful missions and ministries of our
congregation. This year we have designated all
gifts to the continued upkeep of our building
so that we can continue to share God's word
and God's mission with people from the Lake
Region area and beyond.
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$ 14,167.00
Date
Attendance
Feb 1
27
$ 93.00
Feb 5
109
$ 5,097.00
Feb 8
53
393.00
Feb 12
97
$ 1,418.00
Feb 15
65
$ 586.00
Feb 19
103
$ 1,473.00
Total
Hope Center
February Simply Giving
Amount
$ 9,060.00
$ 50.00
$ 3,225.00
For more information about The Simply
Giving Program, please call the Church
Office at 662-5112.
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PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING
Memorials
PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS!
“The prayer of
the righteous
is powerful
and effective.”
James 5:16
Gene Keller
Deb Peterson
Charles Lotvedt Jay Wolsky
Helen Foughty
Penny Stolle
Robin Lawrence Karen Marvin
C J (Curt) Bloomquist
Families of:
Jim Beatty
Caleb Underdahl
If you would like the Prayer Chain to
include you, a family member or friend in
prayers, please call the church or email
Carole Fenner at [email protected], with
your prayer requests.
Take A Towel
Program
Esther Circle has purchased towels
for the Lutheran World Relief “Take-ATowel” program, and would appreciate
your help to fill them. The towels will be
filled with personal care items such as bars
of soap, adult size toothbrushes, combs and
nail clippers. Instructions are on the towels.
The towels will be sent to Lutheran World
Relief for distribution.
You can pick up the towels from under the
church mail boxes. Please return the filled
towels on, or before, April 1st.
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Joe Peters
By: Bruce & Bev Bonzer
By: Leroy & Diane Rice
By: Dale & Joyce Kruckenberg
By: Dan & Marilyn Johnson
By: Char Burthold
Jim Toso
By: Robert & Olive Weber
Irma Carter
By: Dale & Joyce Kruckenberg
John Rutten
By: Loren & Jodi Nelson
By: Char Burthold
Kari Hoover
By: Loren & Jodi Nelson
Harry G Nelson
By: Emil & Darlene Schoenfish
Dennis Nelson
By: Char Burthold
Caleb Underdahl
By: Char Burthold
Memorials may be designated to
the following funds: youth, choir,
church repairs or the general fund.
2016 Quilt Winners
The winners of the quilt drawing in
December were:
1st quilt: Carol Novacek
2nd quilt: Donna Estenson
3rd quilt: Rod Bakken
4th quilt: Mary Jane Eidsness
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CONGRATULATIONS!
We’re excited to share that in 2016 over 335,000 Thrivent members chose to
direct Choice Dollars® to more than 32,000 churches, schools and other nonprofits,
including Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, through Thrivent Choice®. Based on member recommendations, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church received $1,918 in charitable
outreach funding in 2016. The Thrivent Choice program helps members of Thrivent
Financial make a positive impact in their communities.
DON’T FORGET TO DIRECT THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS®
Grant funding from Thrivent Financial through its Thrivent Choice® program
can help support organizations you care about. Don’t let Choice Dollars expire.
Eligible Thrivent Financial members who have Choice Dollars available have
until March 31, 2017, to direct any remaining 2016 Choice Dollars. Help support
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Go to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice to learn more, or
call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice” after the prompt.
Thrivent Choice Dollars Directions Forms can also be found on the cradenza in
front of the church office.
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World Day of Prayer
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church is the designated host church for the World Day of
Prayer on Friday, March 3rd at 2:00pm.
This year’s program is titled “Am I Being Unfair to You?”, and is written by the women of the Philippine Islands to ask for prayers for their needs.
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Draft: Review by Council
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday February 7, 2017
OSLC Vision: “All Are Welcome. Connecting…People to God, People to People, and People to Mission”
OSLC Mission: We are a caring family of God’s children, growing in faith, spreading His word, and doing his
work in the community and beyond.
CALL TO ORDER Jacky Boyeff, President, called the meeting to order at 5:40pm.
ATTENDING: RaShell Bye, Wes Widmer, Molly Johnson, Colleen Graue, Megan Wasness,
Joycelyn Hagen, Pastor Tom, New Members: Jared Schlenker, Brenda Zinke ABSENT: Ben
Dyrland, Deb Follman, Maari Hanson,
OPENING PRAYER Pastor Tom led the opening prayer.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA Pastor Tom motioned to approve the agenda. Seconded by Wes. Motion
carried.
VISITOR’S & COMMUNICATION Introductions were provided for new council members who will
take office April 1, 2017
MINUTES Wes motioned to approve the January, 2017 minutes. Seconded by Molly. Motion carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Not available.
APPROVAL OF BILLS
Molly motioned to pay the bills as presented. Seconded by Colleen. Motion carried.
PASTOR’S REPORT – Pastor Tom
Thank you for all the meals, gifts, monetary and emotional support offered to Pastor Tom and
wife Emily following the birth of their daughter Olive.
Taking the first Sunday in March (5th) off and will arrange for a replacement.
Working on 50th Anniversary of reformation, bible study, and confirmation
Spent 2 days in Crookston, MN for part of his 1st call training.
Working with Clergy Financial for payroll and will turn that over to Lee Christopherson when he
comes on board as Council member.
YOUTH DIRECTOR REPORT – Megan Wasness provided a written report.
Feb 12th Sunday students sing during 10am service
Feb 15th Wednesday students deliver valentines to Heartland Care and sing at 6pm service
Feb 20th Youth Ski Trip, sign up and pay by Feb 15. Meet at church 8am
March 8th Faith formation serves Lenten Soup Supper. Sign up was sent out
March 27th Mystery Youth Event
June 27-July 1 2018 National Youth Gathering. Five signed up so far- looking for 20!
Planning VBS
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February Minutes
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OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS
50th Anniversary Celebration – Pastor Tom is working with a core group that will meet in Feb
and solidify plan in May
Synod Assembly Representatives – June 3 & 4, Four slots available Pastor Tom +3.
Interested parties contact Pastor Tom.
Other – Leevers Gift Cards left over from Thanksgiving. Pastor Tom will call Feb 8 to see if they
expire.
NEW BUSINESS
Council Retreat - Need to set a date. Pastor Tom will check into Grand Forks Escape Room for
a team building event.
Family Fun Sunday – Luke Wavra agreed to coordinate activitites
Fall Bus Trip – RaShell will send out letters to those who participated last year. Looking at
September 8th-10th. Limited to 40. Non-refundable transferrable deposit of $150 will be required
to secure your spot. Details will be put in the Salt Shaker.
Church Council Installation Lenten Soup & Bread Groups –
March 1 – Council
March 8 – Faith Formation
March 15 – Chili Cook-off
March 22 – WELCA
April 5 – Pot Luck Soup Sign Up
Lenten Offering – for National Youth Gathering 2018
Confirmation Date – May 7th
New Member Sunday – May 14th (also Mother’s Day)
Reports Due to Bishop – Council report has been filed. Pastor Tom still needs to file.
MINISTRY REPORTS
Outreach & Stewardship-Molly reported that things are going great. The Hope Center is in their
2nd phase of fundraising and it is going well.
Care & Concern- Not Available
Communication-Jacky removed Jamie Desai as FB admin. Will remove Candace Carlson and
add Pastor Tom. Meagan, Molly and Jacky also have access to post.
Faith & Fellowship- Thank you to Mindy Vose and Tami Paine for chairing the February Group.
Working on a 2017 usher list. Looking for 4 people each month to cover Sunday services.
RaShell will mail out a postcard reminder with duties listed prior to the beginning of each
month.
Property-Joycelyn reported that all outside lights and entry lights are now in working order.
Planning for striping the parking lot this year. Utility sink has been installed in the janitorial
closet for youth activities and other clean up. Working on estimates and floor plan for family
bathroom in church and planning to update bathroom in parsonage. Thank you to WELCA for
the wall hangings in the fellowship hall!!
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IMPORTANT DATES
March 1 – Lent Begins, April 12 Lent Ends
March 19 – Family Fun Sunday
April 11 – Palm Sunday Breakfast – by youth
April 16 – Easter Sunday
May 7th – Confirmation
June 3 & 4 Synod Assembly in Fargo
WE SALUTE YOU – WELCA- For providing new chairs an wall hangings for the fellowship hall
They look great!
COMMUNION DATES & SERVERS
February 19 -Deb
March 5 -Molly
NEXT MEETING 6:00 p.m. March 14
LORD’S PRAYER
Respectfully Submitted By Colleen Graue for
Deb Follman, OSLC Secretary
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March Birthdays
Jacky Boyeff
Don Sowatzki
Max Langton
Emberly Holtz
Sawyer Diseth
Tyler Knutson
Jeff Brusven
Elija Person
Shelby Ness
Jerry Seibel
Ethan Bracken
Taylor Shereck
Sylvia Conlon
Jake Wateland
Jeremy Nichols
Ashley Bracken
Simon Schlenker
Molly Hardy
Shayna Ystaas
Deb Carlson
Max Schuh
Deb Follman
Kari Jo Taylor
Cheryl Sandager
Todd Thompson
Rebekah Widmer
Jeremy Steinhaus
Donna Johnson
Tristen Shelton
Bev Sager
Nancy Taylor
Jon Besse
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Trent Stromme
Riley Brenno-Quale
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Janet Hanson
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Chad Hunt
Grace Bracken
Neslie Christofferson
Sam Desai
Aaron Sigette
Molly Johnson
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Mandy Worner
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Arika Johnson
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Christopher Horton
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Dale Dinger
Rachel Besse
Weslie Langton
Albert Leibfried
Jessica Hagen
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Kim Ness
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Haley Larson
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Haleigh Hanson
Helen Foughty
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Braden Fee
Amanda Sigette
Carrie Swinland
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Jim Kienast
31
Hanna Pike
Hilary Nelson
Curt Johnson
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Anniversaries
Lloyd & Cindy Halvorson
Chad & Jody Daniels-Fisher
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