The Messiah
MESSENGER
MISSION: “To Touch All People With God’s Love”
Pastor’s page............................1
Council Minutes………………...2
Saturday Suppers...……………..3
Youth & Family Events………...4
Sunday School News……..…….4
Announcements………………….5
Easter Schedule…….…………...6
Lay Minister Position…………..7
Treasurer’s Report……………..8
Health Ministry…………………9
Messiah Women…….…………10
Remember in Prayer...............11
Birthdays/Anniversaries..........12
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APRIL 2013
Volume 130 No. 4
Monthly Newsletter
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Letter from Bishop Maas
03/28/13
Be righteous Do justice Seek righteousness
The Bible’s first mention of “righteous” is a description of Noah in Genesis 6:9b Noah was a righteous
man, blameless in his generation; Noah walked with God. The first mention of “justice” and
“righteousness” comes when God is describing Abraham in Genesis 18: 19 No, for I have chosen him,
that he may charge his children and his household after him to keep the way of the LORD by doing
righteousness and justice; so that the LORD may bring about for Abraham what he has promised him."
If we were to pick an admirable goal for ourselves, we might want to be righteous and just.
There are also commands early on in the Bible for God’s people to do justice and seek justice in Exodus,
but perhaps the strongest exhortation is found later in Deuteronomy 16: 20 Justice, and only justice, you
shall pursue, so that you may live and occupy the land that the LORD your God is giving you. This
instruction clearly places a high priority on justice.
Jesus condemns those who give the appearance of concern for justice, but neglect justice in interactions
with people: Matthew 23: 23 "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint, dill, and
cummin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faith. It is these you
ought to have practiced without neglecting the others. 24 You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but
swallow a camel!
The final bit of advice from God comes in Revelation 22: 11 Let the evildoer still do evil, and the filthy still
be filthy, and the righteous still do right, and the holy still be holy." 12 "See, I am coming soon; my reward is
with me, to repay according to everyone's work.
The only thing necessary for evil to triumph is for good (people) to do nothing.
Pastor Harvey Johnson
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MESSIAH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
Congregational Council Meeting
March 18, 2013 – 7:00 pm
New Business:
Council Retreat: We are looking at the last part of April to
have the Council Retreat, possibly going to St. Paul’s
Lutheran, GI, or using Mike Kneale’s board room at his
office as possible sites. This would consist of a Friday
evening from 7-9 PM and Saturday from 9-3 PM. President Ron Anderson has also contacted Dr. Jeff Akerson
of Bellevue, NE to make a presentation for us, as he has
been doing Council Retreats for the NE Synod many
years. He will be helpful in looking at future goals for
Messiah and giving guidance.
First Communion Practice: Discussion was held about
policy. Motion by Pastor Johnson, seconded by Doug
Zarek to use the “Means of Grace” book guidelines
approved by the ELCA. Carried.
Custodian for Messiah: The Property Committee recommended the hiring of Elmer Drugsvold as custodian,
starting at $8.75 per hour, with a 30-day trial period to
see if position is agreeable to both parties, with possible
increase after the 30 days. Motion by Jim Elrod, second
by Dave Benson to approve hiring of Elmer Drugsvold as
custodian. Carried.
Committee Reports and Action:
Christian Ed– No meeting. A Chairperson is needed for
this Committee. Please consider serving.
Outreach and Steward Leadership– No Meeting. A
Chairperson is needed for this Committee. Please consider serving.
Memorial– Report is on file. A Chairperson is needed for
this Committee. Please consider serving.
Property– A report is on file. Upcoming projects include
new carpet for the Sanctuary & office areas, new stove
for kitchen, lawn care for church property, duct cleaning
in the church, purchase of LED candles in place of wax
candles due to fire hazard. Be sure to thank the Property
Committee for all their efforts to maintain our church
property. Property & Church Council would like direction
from the Congregation about what to do with the South
empty lot. It will cost $35,000 to pave the lot or $7,000 to
install sprinklers and new electrical box. This will be
placed on the agenda for the special congregational
meeting on April 14th at 11:45 AM.
Finance & Budget—No report. Scholarship– No report.
Social Ministry– No report. Endowment– No Report.
Worship & Music—No meeting.
Motion by Dave Benson, second by Bill Freeman to
approve committee reports. Carried. (Checked AED)
Other Business / Announcements
Next meeting April 15 @ 7 PM. Agenda items due 4/10
Motion to adjourn by Jim, second by Jeremy. Carried.
The Meeting closed with the Lord’s Prayer
Respectfully submitted by Jim Elrod, Secretary
Members Present: Jeremy Reimers, Kim Mettenbrink,
Bill Freeman, Dave Benson, Judy Mettenbrink, Carol
Quandt, Doug Zarek, Ron Anderson, Jim Elrod and Pastor
Harvey Johnson
Members Absent: Cory Lenners, Carolyn Urbom,
Michelle Kneale
Devotions by Pastor Harvey. He talked about the Means
of Grace book, which includes first communion. President
Ron Anderson also talked about his attendance at the
1997 National ELCA gathering, where these guidelines
were adopted. Pastor led us in prayer for guidance, and
moisture for those in need.
Agenda Approval: Additional item to the agenda is First
Communion Practice. Motion by Doug Zarek, seconded by
Jim Elrod to approve agenda with additional item. Carried.
Secretary’s Report: Council minutes for February 18,
2013 are on file. Motion by Dave Benson, seconded by
Doug Zarek to accept the Secretary’s report. Carried.
Treasurer’s Report: Report is on file. Motion by Doug
Zarek, seconded by Jeremy Reimers to approve the
Treasurer’s report. Carried. Michelle Kneale indicated
that extra expenses were the painting of the sanctuary and
the Chamber of Commerce membership.
President’s Report: A report is on file. The report talked
about the meaning of our church name and where we could have
our Council Retreat. Motion by Doug Zarek, seconded by Kim
Mettenbrink to approve report. Carried.
Pastor’s Report: A report is on file. Motion by Doug Zarek,
second by Dave Benson to approve report. Carried.
Parish Nurse Report: A report is on file. Motion to accept
the report by Jeremy Reimers second by Dave Benson. Carried.
Youth Director Report: No Report.
Old Business: Lay Minister Position: A third revised position description was presented. Discussion followed. The
Council decided that it was time to seek congregational
approval for this new staff position, with applicant’s qualifications and ELCA guidelines used for determining pay for
said position. Motion by Jim Elrod, seconded by Dave
Benson to move forward with approval of the Lay Minister
Position. Carried. A special Congregational Meeting will be
held Sunday, April 14th at 11:45 AM to discuss the opportunity of the Lay Minister Position. We will only have one
service on April 14th at 10:45 AM with Sunday School at
9:40 before worship and the special Congregational meeting immediately following the worship service at 11:45 AM.
The special congregational meeting will be announced in
Bulletins for the next 3 Sundays & the April “Messenger”
Standing Committees: Discussion on what to do moving
forward to strengthen committee membership. Motion by
Doug Zarek, seconded by Kim Mettenbrink to table until
there has been a cabinet meeting led by Doug Zarek,
Cabinet Chairperson/Council Vice President.
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PRAY
FOR
PEACE
In this sad and tragic time of war and terrorism, we pray for our men and women in the
military, our President, and Congress. We pray for the innocent who suffer and die. We
pray for every effort to bring peace on God’s earth and an end to national, ethnic and
religious beliefs that foster fear, mistrust, arrogance, intolerance, hatred, torture, and
killing.
FREE TRANPORTATION TO AND FROM MESSIAH WORSHIP SERVICES
Thanks to the generosity of a Messiah member, we now provide free transportation
to and from Messiah. Simply call ACTION CAB AND COURIER, 381-1010, to make
arrangements and tell them to bill Messiah for your fare.
SATURDAY SUPPERS at Messiah
“Those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:25
Messiah Church opens the door for a free meal on every Saturday Night, serving 4:30 to 5:30 PM.
VOLUNTEERS: Without volunteers every week, this ministry simply would not be. Many of
you are regulars – which is a huge support. There are also regular co-workers from other
churches. The sign up poster is down in the fellowship hall, near the coffee.
Help is especially needed to SERVE the meal – this means just come from 4:00 to 6:00.
8-10 people are needed each Saturday.
SAINT FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER / SUPER SAVER / ROBERTS MILK / HY-VEE / SAM’S
CLUB We continue to be so grateful that some of the meal needs are supplied by these
connections. We also rely on monetary donations that help provide a substantial part of
the meal and there is often enough for take outs.
THANK YOU TO OUR FAITHFUL CAPTAINS AND CO-CAPTAINS
Jim & Janice Elrod, Dave & Julie Reimers, Theresa Burson, Sylvia Betz
CLEAN UP: Tara Phillips
Please sign-up to help serve - we need more Messiah folk to “step up!”
MONEY GIFTS SUSTAIN NEEDS - Just mark donation for “Saturday Suppers.”
THANKS BE TO GOD – AND THANKS BE TO ALL WHO SUPPORT SATURDAY SUPPERS!
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YOUTH/FAMILY LIFE EVENTS
Thank you to everyone who participated and came to enjoy the chili cook-off. We had a
good attendance despite the “chilly” weather! Congrats to Dave Reimers who took 1st
place!! Next year we will be opening this event up to all soups!
A special thank you to Jim Elrod, Dave Reimers and all of our youth families for helping
with the Easter Breakfast! It takes a lot of helpers to make this event successful.
Upcoming Events:
April 12—Middle School Quake in Omaha
May 4—Revolve Tour in Des Moines, Iowa
June 22-28—Youth Mission Trip to Dallas, Texas
July 8-12—6:30 PM Vacation Bible School
July 20—9:30-11:30 Water Park Event at Island Oasis with lunch at Pier Park
If anyone would lie to help with Vacation Bible School this Summer, please contact me!!
We need volunteers for snacks, crafts and story time!
God Bless, Courtney Berg
SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS!
What an exciting month for Sunday School. The weather has been a little unpredictable
this last month, and when isn't it. This time last year temperatures where way above
normal, and we reached a high of 88 degrees on March 31. This year Easter Sunday is on
March 31st. The Sunday School will be serving Easter Breakfast between services from
9:30-10:30 AM. The menu will include French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage links, fruit,
orange juice, muffins and more. There will be a free will offering, with all money raised
going to the Sunday School kids, to purchase items from God's global barnyard, your support is appreciated! We would also like to thank the people who donate to the cause; your
support is unwavering! The placemats on each table were all done by the Sunday School
kids, so take a moment to enjoy the artistic abilities of everyone. The kids learn many
wonderful things about how God's love plays a role in everyone's life, every day. The
teachers are so inspiring with the lessons they give each week; I can only encourage you as
parents to reap the knowledge that each teacher presents to your child, you will be amazed!
The Easter Egg hunt was well attended on Saturday March 23rd! THANK-YOU to Courtney
Berg, Miranda Berg, Christina Cox for putting the effort in, to make it a success for the
kids! I again am truly BLESSED to have such a wonderful staff, the BEST of the BEST,
please thank them for their efforts and keep them in your prayers; they include Melissa
Anderson, Pat Tatro, Shawn & Lana Myers, Jeff &Teresa Mueller, Donna Callihan, Dena
Brooks, Ed Sowl, Courtney Berg. Christ has risen! He has risen indeed!
Respectfully submitted by Jim Elrod, Sunday School Director
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DVD MINISTRY—If you are homebound or have had surgery or an illness and can’t come to worship
on Sunday mornings, we offer a DVD of the worship service for you to watch in your home. Just call
the church office (382-3471) and we can set you up with a DVD player. If you have a DVD player we
can get a copy of the DVD mailed to you or have it delivered. All you have to do is let us know!
AN EASTER BREAKFAST will be served between services from 9:30-10:30 in the fellowship hall
on Easter Sunday. A free-will offering will be taken for the meal and all proceeds will be used by the
Sunday School kids to help the ELCA Good Gifts Program by picking items out of God’s Global Barnyard.
EASTER CANTATA—The Wood River Community Choir in its 11th year and the Grand Island Interfaith Choir, which has been in existence for over 30 years, have joined forces and will present their
annual Easter Cantata on Easter Sunday, March 31st at 3 PM at the First Presbyterian Church, 2103
West Anna Street, Grand Island. The 45 member choir will perform “Once Upon a Tree” by Pepper
Choplin, and under the direction of Vincent Boudreau. Choir members are from Cairo, Campbell,
Grand Island, Gibbon, Kenesaw, Ravena, Shelton and Wood River. They also did a performance on
Palm Sunday at the Wood River High School Performing Arts Center.
A SPECIAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING will be held Sunday, April 14th at 11:45 AM. We
will have only one service on April 14th at 10:45 AM. Sunday School and Coffee Fellowship will
be held at the regular time at 9:40 AM. The congregational meeting will immediately follow the
10:45 service. Items on the agenda are the Lay Minister Position and the South vacant lot. The
church council wanted everyone to have a voice on the agenda items and felt that one service
would better serve our needs as a congregation on April 14th. We thank everyone for attending
the congregational
annual meeting on January 27th, and the concerns brought forward. We
hope everyone can attend this special meeting on April 14th as each member is an important
voice to our church.
CONFIRMATION CLASS will resume in April. We will meet Wednesday, April 10, 17 & 24 at 7 PM.
Parents are asked to attend these last three sessions with their child. For the final three sessions we
will have presenters leading forums on youth behavior, including Steve Miles, Ellis & Diane Collins,
Mike Kneale and Ryan Witt.
YOUTH WHO COMPLETED THE FIRST COMMUNION CLASS and received their first communion
at the Easter Vigil service on March 30th are:
Sammy Schroeder, Jillian Anderson, Lisa Fruehling, Kami Myers, Mary Osterman,
Rylie Rice, Israel Trautman, Colton Berg, Karter Kirkland, Emily Reimers
WE HAVE HIRED A NEW CUSTODIAN FOR MESSIAH! Elmer Drugsvold, Jr. is 47 and grew up in
Grand Island. He has 3 beautiful daughters, ages 28, 22 and 9 and they are the heart and soul of his life
along with “God”. He graduated from Grand Island Senior High in 1985. He was married for 20 years.
He also works at McDonald’s on 2nd Street. We welcome Elmer to our church staff!
OFFERING ENVELOPES FOR 2013—Don’t forget to pick up your box of offering envelopes for the
new year! They are on top of the coat rack in the narthex in alphabetical order.
ALTAR FLOWER AND BULLETIN CHARTS FOR 2013 are posted in the narthex. Please sign up to
give Altar Flowers or Bulletins in memory or honor of someone. The cost of Altar Flowers is $40.00
for the two bouquets and the cost of Bulletins is $15.50.
SECURITY CONCERNS—The church doors may be locked during office hours. Please knock at the
North Doors or press the button at the South doors. There are times when office staff would feel more
secure when the doors are locked.
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EASTER WORSHIP . . .
Saturday, March 30
7:00 PM Easter Vigil/First Communion
Followed by the Feast of Milk & Honey
Easter, March 31
8:30 & 10:45 AM Holy Communion
9:30 AM Easter Breakfast
Free-will donation for the meal.
All proceeds will be used by the Sunday School
Kids to help the ELCA Good Gifts Program by
picking items out of God’s Global Barnyard.
Special Music—The Smith family from Holdrege, Nebraska will sing at worship
on April 7th at the 10:45 service. As a family they have always loved to sing,
and their relationships have been strengthened by many hours of sharing
music together. Over the years they have had the opportunity to minister in
churches and care homes throughout the Holdrege area. They are looking
forward to coming to Messiah to worship and sing for us.
Special Music—The Hastings College Bell Quartet will ring bells at worship on
April 14th at the 10:45 service. Jennifer Zarek is a member of this quartet
along with Ashton Lambie, Hannah Jensen and Megan Lee. Thank you to
Jennifer Zarek for arranging your schedule to come to Messiah!
SUNDAY SCHOOL PERFECT ATTENDANCE
2-Year Olds: Sean Anderson
3-Year Olds:
4-Year Olds: Lauren Anderson, Mollie Brooks, Tyler Collins, Noah Mueller
Kindergarten:
1st Grade: Samuel Brooks, Maci Miles, Marissa Miles, Ryan Osterman,
2nd Grade: Colton Berg, Callie Collins
3rd Grade: Jillian Anderson, Mary Osterman, Kami Myers
4th Grade: Samuel Schroeder
5th Grade: Samson Collins
6th Grade: Abbey Kneale, Kayla Bornemeier
7th Grade: Braden Collins, Patrick Callihan
8th Grade: Morgann Pospisil, Miranda Pospisil,
9th Grade: Miranda Berg, Katie Callihan, Zach Kneale
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Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church
Posion Descripon
Posion: Lay Minister
Purpose: This posion will assist the Church with dues and responsibilies that will help the
church grow by enhancing worship strengthen membership and spread the good news of the
Gospel in our community.
Essenal Funcons:
1. Assist the Pastor and visitaon team with visits to shuts ins and ill members.
2. Assist the Worship and Music commi'ee with enhancing the worship experience through
music, religious dramas and other aspects of worship.
3. Direct the Family Life Ministry, which may include addional bible studies, fellowship,
and working with “Men in Mission”, Women of the ELCA, and other arms of the church.
The posion will also facilitate adult and family retreats, and camping opportunies. This
posion will also assist in creang new and addional avenues for youth opportunity.
4. Assist in the exisng and development of new methods of awareness to encourage
congregaonal growth.
5. Assist in developing new member’s transion into congregaon life, and maintaining
current members including areas of interest for service.
6. Assist Pastor in the confirmaon instrucon.
7. Assist in the development, ulizaon and maintenance of technology used by the
congregaon. This could include maintaining the Facebook page, the congregaon’s
website and other ulizaon of technology to spread God’s word.
8. Develop training for members of the congregaon to assist in ulizaon of the technology
available for the church use.
9. Assist in providing mission trips for interested members of Messiah.
Background and Experience: The individual should have knowledge of the Evangelical Lutheran
Church in America, and the Nebraska Synod of the ELCA. The individual should be familiar with
opportunies available from the ELCA and the Nebraska Synod to assist in the ministry of
Messiah Lutheran. If the individual is not a Parish Ministry Associate, should be prepared to
complete the PMA program within 48 months of beginning their posion. Addional training
and educaon for this posion could include the AIM (Associate in Ministry program) as well.
Membership in Messiah is not necessary for applicaon, but regular worship and membership
at Messiah is required for the posion.
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A T T E N DA N C E
AND
O F F E R I N G S U P D A T E - 2013
God longs for us to worship and give thankfully, and regularly!
Through March 24 (12 weeks):
2013
159
Attendance Average
Unified Fund Offerings Average
Unified Fund Offerings Needed
8
$4,883
$7,896
2012
155
$5,867
$5,939
HEALTH MINISTRY NEWS – April 2013
The month of April, nationally, has some areas of focus including Earth Day, Organ
Donation Day and Autism Awareness Day . . . just what you wanted to know!!
It would take more than a blurb to discuss any of those topics and so I am choosing
to just share some short “pieces” to ponder . . .
Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a
pretty and well preserved body but rather to slide in broadside thoroughly used up
and totally worn out. If you think about that. . .it holds wisdom and truth!
How about Courage is not the towering oak that sees storms come and go...it is the
fragile blossom that opens in the storm. So…those of you who feel you have been
dealt a ”tough deck of cards”. . . focus on the kernel of wisdom learned by the
experience. Poor me never heals anything!
Simple but true…practice the following—
Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly and leave the rest to God!
For those of you, who want some fun and some great coffee and conversation time,
come to the Saturday morning exercise class. Just watching will get your giggles
going!!
Blood pressures will be taken between services on April 21.
Happy Springtime to each of you!
Sonja Simpson RN MSN, Parish Nurse
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MESSIAH WOMEN
The Messiah Women met at church March 21st at 1:30 PM and had a Bible Study on “Beneath her
Wings”. Marilyn Williamson was hostess and we had one guest, Barbara Persinger from Livingston,
Texas.
The Treasurer’s Report was given and we received the final results of the Soup & Pie Supper,
which was $651.67. Thanks to all who attended and worked and also donated food.
Messiah will be hosting the Salad Supper for Church Women United on Friday, May 3rd.
I encourage all to mark your calendars and enjoy a nice evening. The programs are always
wonderful and the salads are delicious. The time and a reminder will be announced in the church
bulletin. Watch for more info!
I am looking forward to warm days of Spring, but need to be thankful for the moisture we are receiving.
Blessings to all,
Vice President Marilyn Williamson
MESSIAH WOMEN'S CALENDAR
April 5—1:15 CWU Board of Managers Meeting
At Faith United Methodist
April 16—2:00 Visit Lebensraum
April 18—1:30 Bible Study and Meeting
May 3—6:30 CWU May Friendship Supper
At Messiah Ev. Lutheran, GI
The Sewing ladies could use help with
monetary donations to purchase items for
the Lutheran World Relief Kits. They will
be purchasing material for dresses, school
supplies and health care items. Bring or
mail your donations to the church office.
WE NOW HAVE A LINK ON OUR WEB PAGE that you can enter your email address
and receive information from Messiah electronically. Just go to our website
www.messiahgi.org and click on the “Email Me” link and enter your email address...
Into Facebook? Become a fan of Messiah Lutheran Church, Grand Island, Nebraska
on Facebook today! What will you find there? Pictures from Family Life and Youth
Events. Also the website address, office hours, schedule of upcoming events and
maybe a friend or two. Already a fan...share photos and friendship on the Messiah
Facebook page!!
WE HAVE A NEW WEBSITE ADDRESS! www.messiahgi.org
Thanks to Jeremy Reimers for creating our new website and to Cheryl Harder for helping
with the updates for weekly bulletin announcements and monthly newsletters, etc. and to
Pat Bell, Cory Lenners and Courtney Berg for Face Book Announcements and others
who share family news on Face Book. Check out Messiah’s Website!!!
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M E S S I A H E V A N G E L I C A L L U T H E R A N C H U R C H
122 W. 7th Street, Grand Island, NE 68801-4323
OFFICE HOURS: 8:30-4:30 Mon.-Thurs. and 8:30-Noon on Friday
Web Site: www.messiahgi.org
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
Email: [email protected]
Sunday Morning Worship: 8:30 & 10:45 AM
Office Phone: 308-382-3471
Coffee Fellowship: 9:30 AM
Pastor Johnson: 308-382-6533
Sunday School, Forum, Bible Study: 9:35AM
REMEMBER IN PRAYER . . .
Military Members and Families: Gabe Rother, Jon
Jensen, Joel Herman, Danelle Collins, Brent Reimers,
Amber & Clayton Engelman, Randy Soliday, Linsey
Lautenschlager, Timothy Gregory, Joe Schroeder, Lucas
Reimers, Andrea & Scott Fuller, Devon Fuller
Those hospitalized this past month:
Dick Niedfelt, Harold Lunberry, Delores Hongsermeier
FUNERALS:
LeRoy Redman
03-11-13
MESSIAH’S STAFF
Pastor: Rev. Harvey Johnson
Parish Administrator: Cheryl Harder
Financial Sec./Office Assistant: Michelle Kneale
Parish Nurse: Sonja Simpson
Youth/Family Life: Courtney Berg
Lead Organist: Warren Rodgers
Assistant Organists: Lorraine Kohtz, Diane Collins
Accompanist: Diane Riedy
Custodian: Elmer Drugsvold
Wedding Coordinator: Lorraine Kohtz
ADDRESS CHANGES:
COUNCIL
Dee Battles is at Tiffany Square, Rm. 310
Ron Anderson, President & Endowment Rep.
Doug Zarek, VP & Scholarship Rep.
Jim Elrod, Secretary & Christian Ed Rep.
Kim Mettenbrink, Christian Education Rep.
Cory Lenners, Budget & Finance Rep.
Bill Freeman, Property Rep.
Dave Benson, Property Rep.
Judy Mettenbrink, Outreach/Steward Leadership Rep.
Carolyn Urbom, Outreach/Steward Leadership Rep.
Carol Quandt, Social Ministry Rep.
Michelle Kneale, Memorial Rep.
Jeremy Reimers, Worship & Music Rep.
Harold Lunberry
Good Samaritan
4071 Timberline, Apt. 108
Grand Island, NE 68803
Gloria Maisch
Epworth Villa
14901 N Pennsylvania Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK 73134
Mitch & Megan Cure
320 W 17th Street
Grand Island, NE 68801
Pastor Johnson is out of the office on Thursdays
+ LeRoy Redman +
30 September 1927 – 7 March 2013
Into your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend your servant LeRoy. Acknowledge, we humbly
beseech you, a sheep of your own fold, a lamb of your own flock, a sinner of your own redeeming.
Receive him into the arms of your mercy, into the company of the saints in light.
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