THE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
Neillsville, Wisconsin
Church 715-743-2147
Pastor Jacoba Koppert
Pastor’s Office 715-743-2117
www.neillsvilleucc.org
May 2017
Alleluia! Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Jacoba’s jottings… It is early on Easter morning. I write two weeks before you will receive this newsletter.
Who knows what will take place in the world in the next two weeks. Only God knows what will take place in
our lives, our families, our community, and the church in the next two weeks. The last two have been quite
eventful. A fund raiser spaghetti dinner, for Krue and his family, a check and
cards delivered to their home in Hatfield. We have traveled to Jerusalem during
Lenten worship services, we have waved the Palms, graphically heard about the
crucifixion of Jesus. Baseball and softball have begun, basketball tournaments
played, a turkey killed by a proud youth, surgeries taken place, family and
friends have died. Syrian civilians gassed to death, bombs falling, terrorists
killing folks around the world, farmers receiving letters. Wow! Today we
celebrate Christ’s Resurrection, families traveling, a baby will be baptized today,
there has been rain and more rain and a little bit of spring time warmth, the birds
have returned., I have been packing and asking my Mom to prepare our meals as I prepared for Holy Week and
Easter. Yes, much has happened in two weeks and this is only a short list that comes to mind.
What I do know is that because God raised Christ from the dead, all these things that took place brought new
life among us. That which touched our lives in the last two weeks changed us – maybe we cried because of
deaths near or far; maybe we celebrated a home running hit or shooting a turkey giving us greater confidence;
maybe we finally understood who the Holy Spirit is or what the resurrection means gaining faith and peace;
maybe a broken heart was reconciled or peace overcame us as we realized how we loved the one who had died.
Krue is taking steps into the future wearing his new brace. In at least some places we have renewed hope, faith
is stronger and love has been stirred. I wonder what the next two weeks will bring. However, I know that
because Jesus Christ lives, we will again experience new lives; Because Jesus Christ lives we proceed in faith,
knowing that which seemed to be the end of life was actually the beginning of changed
lives.
I have hope – for us – for our church –for our country and the world because the
risen Christ is among us. When fear overwhelms, when the end seems imminent open
your eyes so you might recognize the risen Christ in our midst. Look for new life, new
opportunities in your world and in your life. Christ guarantees it, you will find them.
Ask and you will receive, seek and you will find, knock and it will be opened for you.
Prayer: Holy One, raise us to new life; open our eyes and hearts to the resurrection in our lives; – fill will us
with joy; give us courage to move forward trusting that you will lead us. Encourage us to serve you in all the
places we are so others too will have the hope we have through the Risen Christ. Amen.
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weekend, so we will receive members in the next
couple of months.
Quickly the Committee pulled together a
Benefit Spaghetti Dinner for Krue and his
parents. Betty Opelt,
Mike Perkl, Kathy
Mathis and Doris Bakker
organized the dinner and
helpers. There were many,
many helpers from putting up
posters, getting advertisement
and mention in the Clark County
Press, setting up tables, purchasing ingredients,
cooking the good, serving the dinner, washing
dishes, drawing pictures/cards for Krue, getting
cash
for change and
taking
money. Lots
of
folks
involved!
Thank you
one
and all! (The
card
pictured is
from
Sam!)
The month of May will be busy – with a
baptism, May 7, Confirmation May 14,
Volunteer of the Year Honored, Graduates
honored (let me know of who is graduating
from the church) May 21, and Memorial Day
Sunday possibly combined with Mental Health
Sunday remembering military members and
others with PTSD.
Well this about all I have time to write before
leaving on a jet plane. I will see you when I get
back.
With Thanks from Kellie, Neil, Karsen & Krue:
UCC – Thank you to each and every one of you that
helped in some way with the benefit held for Krue.
We were shocked at the generous amount of money
raised and we are so appreciative for everyone’s
hard work and effort. – and prayers.
We are such lucky and blessed people to have such
an incredible and supportive church family backing
us. It has made our journey a little easier having
your support.
Thank you, Kellie, Neil, Karsen and Krue
Lots of
beautiful
music
during
Lent and
Holy
Week
including Palm
Sunday and Easter. I want to thank the Choir, Joe
and Karen and Eileen for all their extra efforts.
I also want to thank Pastor Jim Mohr for reading
scripture as I preached a sermon on Judas, Peter and
the Centurion on Palm Sunday. Pastor Mohr was
among the six men who read on Maundy Thursday
– Don Abel, Wayne Voss, Mike Perkl, Craig
Sigurdson and Ray Weyer
My mother helped with decorating
the church for Easter and I want to
thank her for helping me for
arranging the Lilies and changing
the paraments.
We were going to receive new members on Palm
Sunday, but one of the members became ill that
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Newsletter 2017
Hi Everyone,
It’s a beautiful Tuesday, April 25 spring morning.
This morning, around 6:30 a.m. when I went over
to Pastor Jacoba’s to feed her cats Ish and Josiah
and give them some love and attention I decided
after I got done to take a little ride around town. I
love this time of year. The green leaves are just
coming out on the trees and the many yards are
filled with beautiful daffodils (if you want to see
daffodils take a ride pass Doris Bakker’s) she has a
yard full of beautiful daffodils and it looks like her
tulips are just about to bud. It’s worth a look. I
would have loved to spend the whole day riding
around the country – but we must get to the May
Newsletter. I hope you all had a great Easter. We
had family and lots of good food at our house. It
was a good day.
Nursery
Note: Our nursery does not have scheduled
volunteers, but it is open to anyone who wishes to
use it. Our only requirement is that an adult/parent
must be with your child(ren) If the nursery is used,
please be sure the toys/etc. are put away. Thank
you for your help.
Ushers for May
Sunday, May 7
Don Quicker, Ben Wilson
Jim Marshall, Larry Marshall
Sunday, May 14 & 21
John Vornholt, Butch Carl
Dick Lewis, Allan Hoesly
Sunday, May 28 & June 4
Bob Petkovsek, Jerry Quicker
Joe Holman, Tim Voigt
Note Ushers: If you are unable to usher when you
are scheduled - please exchange with someone else
if possible and call the church office to let us know.
715-743-2147. Thank you.
I have had some emails from Pastor Jacoba and it
sounds like she is enjoying her family. She still
worries and thinks about us. Already a week has
gone by. She will be back in the office on
Wednesday, May 3. Time goes so fast.
Greeters for May
Sunday, May 7
Joey & Michelle Kranz
Sunday, May 14
Jim & Rosie Repinski
Sunday, May 21
Gary & Lois Corey
Sunday, May 28
Dale & Betty Opelt
It is always nice to have a warm welcome to our
church when you walk in the door. Thank you for
serving as a greeter.
May is going to be another busy month as Pastor
Jacoba wrote in her article. Be sure to check out the
enclosed May calendar for dates and times for all
events.
See you in church! – Audrey
Sunday Volunteers for May
Acolytes
Sunday, May 7
Mackenzie Keller
Karsen Czarnecki
Sunday, May 14
Parker Voigt
Bryce Erickson
Sunday, May 21
Dayne Loberg
Mackenzie Hediger
Sunday, May 28
Alex Northup
Logan Erickson
Please let the church office know (715-743-2147) if
you are unable to light the candles as scheduled.
Our Acolyters are a very important part of our
worship service and we thank you for your help.
Coffee Hour Servers for May
Sunday, May 7
M.E. Sjolin & Doris Bakker
Sunday, May 14
Christian Education Committee
(Last Day of Sunday School until fall)
(Confirmation)
Sunday, May 21
Stewardship Sunday
Volunteer Recognition Sunday
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Sunday, May 28
Looking for two families
Facts & Figures
Attendance
Sunday, April 2
Lenten Service April 5
Palm Sunday, April 9
Maundy Thursday, April 13
Good Friday (Calvary)
Easter Sunday, April 16
Sunday, April 23
As you can see we need some volunteers to help in
May. On May 21 we need two families. The signup sheet for volunteer coffee servers is on the
bulletin board - Check out the dates and see if there
is a Sunday you would be willing to serve. It is nice
when there are two families or a group serving. This
helps a lot with the food and the clean-up if it is
shared. Thank you to all that help serve for our
coffee hour. Remember, we have said you need not
serve a feast. Just a couple of items e.g. bars and
veggies or bars & cheese. We are not serving lunch
just a little snack. We do leave it up to the
individual families what you wish to bring.
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Offerings
Lenten Service March 29
General Offering
Sunday, April 2
General Offering
Lenten Offering
Silent Auction
Todd Wall Memorial (choir music)
One Great Hour of Sharing
Krue Fund Raiser
We do have a small "coffee fund" that some of you
have donated to. We can buy donut holes etc. All
we need is a clean-up crew. Just let us know if you
would like to help this way. The coffee and
lemonade is made by our secret angel.
Communion Assignments
NOTE: Communion will be served on Sunday,
May 14 for this month. It will be served by
Intinction. Team 1: Travis Vine, Sue Vornholt,
Brian Eddy, Betty Barr, Ben Wilson.
Bread: Travis Vine
(We especially want to thank all our Deacons and
Deaconesses that helped with the many communion
services during Lent/Easter. We want to also thank
some of our retired Deacons/Deaconesses that also
helped with communion. It was greatly
appreciated.)
Deacons/Deaconesses Hosting for the
Month of May
Sunday, May 7
Marge Goetsch
Sunday, May 14
Jake Ratsch
Sunday, May 21
Betty Barr
Sunday, May 28
Karlene Wallace
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715-937-0793
715-937-1612
715-743-3283
715-743-6723
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$129.00
$3477.00
164.50
40.00
50.00
200.00
90.00
Lenten Service April 5
General Offering
$162.00
Sunday, April 9
General Offering
Radio Fund
Lenten Offering
Krue Fund Raiser
One Great Hour of Sharing
$1925.00
75.00
95.50
40.00
25.00
Maundy Thursday, April 13
General Offering
Lenten Offering
$188.00
70.00
Easter Sunday, April 16
General Offering
Radio Fund
Back Pack Program
Lenten Offering
VBS
Krue Fund Raiser
Hearts for the Home
One Great Hour of Sharing
Advertising Fund
$2472.00
75.00
25.00
255.00
10.00
150.00
10.00
10.00
25.00
(Facts & Figures continued)
Sunday, April 23
General Offering
Lenten Offering
Maundy Thursday
Todd Wall Memorial (Choir Music)
(Radio Broadcast Sponsors continued)
$1930.00
85.00
25.00
50.00
Special Offering
General Offering
Audio Visual
Campital Campaign Fund
$4472.00
1000.00
500.00
Special Offering
General Offering
VBS
Neighbors in Need
Christmas Fund
One Great Hour of Sharing
Hearts for the Home
Audio Visual
One Woman in Kenya
Campital Campaign Fund
$4018.69
200.00
100.00
200.00
200.00
200.00
700.00
500.00
200.00
Silent Auction
April Automatic Giving
$1390.00
$2265.00
On Sunday, April 23 the radio broadcast was
sponsored by Russell and Susie Karl in thankfulness
for our church family.
And on Sunday, April 30 the radio broadcast will be
given again anonymously by our faithful radio
listener.
Thank you to all of our radio broadcast sponsors
who sponsored the April broadcasts.
The radio broadcast portion of our
Sunday Worship Service can be heard
On WCCN AM 1370 on Sunday
morning at 11:00 a.m.
Hospital News
As we reported to you last month
Krue Czarnecki had his hip surgery
and is at home doing pretty well. He
has a brace on his leg, making it a
little hard to get around but is back in
his school in Chippewa Falls. The Spaghetti Dinner
that the church sponsored last month netted a gift of
$2000.00 to help out Krue and family with added
expenses. We are happy to hear of his progress and
look forward to seeing him again! Let’s keep Krue
and his family in our prayers.
Are you interested in giving to your church by
“Automatic Giving?” If you are – stop by the
church office and we will get you set up. We have
quite a few people that give this way. It is a good
way to keep up your “faith promise.” Check it out.
Radio Broadcast
Sponsors
As of today, we have one member that we know of
in the hospital. Joyce Johnson is at St. Joseph’s
Hospital in Marshfield. The last report we have on
her is that she will be moved to a rehab nursing
home where she will be recuperating. She has a bad
case of shingles and it has spread to her eye. Let’s
put Joyce in our prayers too. Wally Garbisch is at
home now recuperating. Lin Kuhn was also on our
prayer list. She had some blood clots that needed to
be taken care of. She is doing much better. We were
sorry to hear that Pat Wall fell and broke her hip.
She has been recuperating at Neillsville Care and
Rehab. She is expected to be going home shortly.
On Sunday, April 2 the
radio broadcast portion of
our worship service was given anonymously by a
faithful listener.
On Sunday, April 9 the radio broadcast was
sponsored by Jacoba Koppert in loving memory of
her father, Nicolaas Koppert.
On Sunday, April 16 the radio broadcast portion of
our worship service was given by Bob and Lorraine
Shaw in loving memory of family.
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(Hospital News continued)
Remember our shut-in’s, those in nursing homes
and assisted living. Thank you to those of you that
send cards, make calls, visits, clinic runs, sit with
people and share your time.
We are sorry if we missed anyone if you were sick,
hurt or hospitalized. Please contact Pastor Jacoba
or the church office if you wish a visit or call.
(Mission & Outreach News continued)
help with painting, cleaning, yard work and
teaching small groups different fine arts, music,
workouts or activities. For more information,
contact one of the Mission Outreach members.
Food Pantry - I have not received word where the food
is going for the month of May – but bring your
donations – ALL food pantries are in need of food and
non-perishable items.
New Members
We have three people that will be joining our
church. Because of illness we had to postpone the
day they were to join A new date will be set when
Pastor Jacoba returns from her vacation. Krista
Hamm, and David and Carol Harnisch will be
joining are church soon.
Lenten Offerings – Thank you for your Lenten
Offerings. These monies will be used for local missions.
Back Pack Program - Thank you for your continued
support for this program. If you wish to contribute to
this special mission and want to write a check make the
check out to United Church of Christ and in the memo
line specify “Back Pack Program.” If you have any
questions about this program, contact Deb Perkl. 715743-4047
Baptism
The Sacrament of Holy
Baptism was observed on
Sunday, April 16 for
Kinsley Kay McDonald. Her parents are Kody
McDonald and Krista Hamm. Kinsley’s sponsors
are Amanda Jiskra, Jenna Ziegler and Olivia
Hamm. Kinsley’s name will be added to our Cradle
Roll.
Memory Café “Sun Catchers” – is an informal gettogether for people with early memory loss or
dementia. It’s an opportunity to socialize, listen to
speakers and to participate in activities. Come on
your own or bring a spouse, friend or family
member. Refreshments will be provided. The
Memory Café meets on the 3rd Thursday of each
month. May 18 will be the date of the next meeting
here at the United Church of Christ from
10-11:30 a.m. For more information or questions
contact Deb Holman 715-937-5530.
With Sympathy
Doris Fay Berteau, age 96
friend of our church for many
years died on Thursday, April 6
at the Neillsville Retirement
Community. A small memorial
service remembering Doris’s life was held at the
Neillsville Retirement Community with Pastor
Jacoba leading. Our deepest sympathy go to the
family and many friends of Doris.
Mission Committee: Cheryl Steinbach, Sue Gurney,
Deb Perkl, Carole Romens, Tim Voigt, Kathy Mathis
Stewardship Committee News
Strengthen the Church – will be the next UCC
special offering. It will run from May 15 through
June 4. Strengthen the Church is a special mission
offering to reimagine and build the future of the
UCC. Strengthen the Church largely supports youth
ministries and full-time leaders for new churches in
parts of the country where the UCC voice has not
been heard. As God calls our congregations to be
the church in new ways, your generosity will plant
new churches, awaken new ideas in existing
churches and develop the spiritual life in our youth
and young adults. Watch for envelopes in the pews
and more information in the bulletin – we thank you
in advance for supporting this worthy mission.
Mission & Outreach News
Mission Projects
Transitions is a treatment center for girls who have
been trafficked for commercial sexual exploitation
or are at high risk for trafficking. This new
treatment center is here in Neillsville. Here are
some ways you can help. They are looking for
items such as craft kits, journals, sketchbooks,
markers, drawing or colored pencils, yarn, knitting
and crocheting equipment and scrap-booking
supplies. They are also looking for volunteers to
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VOLUNTEER SUNDAY
Mark your calendars! Volunteer Sunday will be May 21! The Stewardship Committee will be
recognizing ALL members who give of their time and talent for the benefit of our church. We
will also be honoring two very special “Outstanding Volunteers” this year during worship time.
Following the worship service the Stewardship Committee will be serving refreshments
downstairs in Fellowship Hall during the coffee fellowship time. We hope you can join us for this special
event!
The Lamplight Concert – The Neillsville United Church of Christ is sponsoring the Lamplight Concert to
benefit the House of Mercy located in Loyal Wisconsin. It will take place at the Clark Cultural Art Center,
Saturday, May 13 at 2:00 p.m. Kate Jennings, vocal, and Judith Perman, piano, will be the featured performers.
A free-will offering will be taken, and refreshments will be served.
The House of Mercy was brought into existence by a coalition of religious communities, businesses, and private
individuals in Clark County with the professional support of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse.
Catholic Charities has hired a part-time house coordinator/case worker who works with the residents at the
House of Mercy, offering them financial education and assistance with the goal of achieving sustainable living
independence. Judy Morrow, who has a long history of helping those in need, is the coordinator.
The House of Mercy is a program that embraces and recognizes that all people have the basic human right to
safe, affordable housing. Studies have shown that until families have their basic needs for food and shelter met,
they do not have the emotional resources to address the other issues in their lives. There is a waiting list of
families who seek such assistance in Clark County.
The House of Mercy facility allows families to fully experience the joy and comfort of having a home, thus
allowing them to focus on other barriers to their success in life. It is located at 141 N. Main St. in Loyal,
Wisconsin. On June 30, 2016, with the generous financial support of businesses and individuals throughout
Clark County, Catholic Charities purchased a building with three lovely apartments. With future funding the
hope is that the building will also house an office and three emergency housing rooms.
The House of Mercy will bring to its residents all of the professional services of Catholic Charities and
collaborating Clark County social services, the support of church volunteers, and the assistance of people of
goodwill. Each family will be accessed and an individualized growth plan developed. Once a family has the
skills and resources to live independently, they will be assisted in finding permanent housing and may continue
to participate in case management.
Now, the House of Mercy is full. It is supplying a home to three families with children. In the last two months
eight additional families have approached coordinator Judy Morrow, seeking a place to live. They did not enter
the House of Mercy either because they did not fit the criteria or they did not want or were unable to live by the
rules of the house. But all were helped with rent or finding another place to live. Many others have come for
furniture, food, gas or rent assistance. The need is great.
Please put Saturday, May 13 at 2:00 p.m. on your calendar, to help this worthy cause. See you at the Clark
Cultural Art Center, 201 East 4th Street. Neillsville.
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much as they reported. It is good that we have
programs like this to educate us.
Spring Cleaning
At Our Church
It was decided that we
need to do some “spring
cleaning” here at our
church. Jim needs our help. On Wednesday, May
17 beginning at 5:00 p.m. (you can come any time
after 5 p.m. that fits your schedule) Jim will have
supplies/cleaning materials for us to use. Here is a
list of some of the things that can be done. Wiping
down the pews, windows (inside and out) Glass on
all the doors, any of the woodwork, choir chairs,
fellowship hall chairs, balcony rail and pews, lower
kitchen cupboards and furniture/cupboards in the
lounge. Around 6 p.m. we will serve a light supper.
There will be a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
As we found out there are many things that are
needed at Transitions. We listed some of things in
the Mission and Outreach article. On their “wish
list” are good conditioned bicycles and some
fencing to put around a garden - that they want to
maintain this spring/summer. If you are interested
in helping or have any questions you can call
Amanda at 715-819-6748.
Our Second Half group will not meet in May. We
will meet again in the fall. Remember if you know
of any person or group we can get in touch with for
a program, please let us know.
Circle of Friends - reported by Darlene
Thank You’s
The Circle of Friends will meet on Thursday, May
11 at 1:30 p.m. this month.
In last month’s Mission &
Outreach article Cheryl
mentioned that they distributed
$1320.00 in funds. Following are some of the
thanks you’s received.
We want to let you know that we have some nice
Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Graduation cards
for you to check out. Cards may be purchased at
any time using our self-service change jar or the
I.O.U. tablet which is on the table in the card room
for your convenience. Thank you for your
continued support in buying and donating cards for
us to recycle.
Shirley’s House of Hope – Dear United Church of
Christ: Thank you for your recent donation. Your
gift of compassion is providing a safe and nurturing
home for women and children hurting from
domestic violence. The generosity of you, our
donor, is one of Shirley’s House of Hope’s greatest
blessings. Thank you for giving the gift of hope,
that rebuilds, renews, and restores lives. Note:
Please pray for “Erin” to find housing. She is a
program graduate who will gain custody of her
children in June. Your gifts have restored this
family. Thank you!
Darlene also reported that the Circle of Friends
donated $200.00 to the Krue Czarnecki Fund
Raiser. The monies raised from our sales are used
for many church projects and fund raisers. We
thank you again for your support!
Second Half Group
The Second Half Group met on Tuesday, April 18
with another delicious M&M lunch served by
Merrill. We want to thank her for the many years
she has served us. Our speakers, Chaplain Monte
Smith and Amanda Smagacz, Unit Supervisor from
Transitions, the new treatment center here in
Neillsville for girls that have been trafficked for
commercial, sexual exploration, or are at high risk
for trafficking. It was an eye-opening presentation.
It is hard to believe trafficking is so wide spread as
The Hannah Center – Dear United Church of
Christ: Thank you for your recent gift to The
Hannah Center. Your support and generosity is
deeply appreciated. Thanks to your generosity, we
will meet our mission to assist women in life crisis
through compassion and guidance in a nurturing
environment. Thank you again for your support of
The Hannah Center. Warmest regards.
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Did you know that David Harnisch trimmed our
shrubbery and helped clean-up around the church,
helped Kevin Erickson get the yard back in shape
and took out all the dirt in the flower boxed so that
Bob Petkovsek could repair the wood around the
flower boxes? Thank you guys!
Neillsville Care & Rehab – Dear United Church of
Christ Members: Thank you so much for your
generous donation to the residents of Care & Rehab
– Neillsville. We greatly appreciate your support
very much! Sincerely, The Residents & Staff at
Care & Rehab
Did you know that Corinne Armitage took time
from her busy schedule and cleaned the kitchen?
Thank you Corinne!
Aging & Disability Resource Center of Clark
County – United Church of Christ Members:
Thank you for your generous donation. The money
will be used to purchase food items for our annual
Holiday Food Boxes that are distributed to the
Home Delivered Meal participants during the
Christmas holidays. Again, thank you for your
support. Sincerely Mary Sladich, Director
Did you know that Hap Eddy hauled in buckets of
gravel to fill up the hole under the elevator and then
cemented it back up?
Thank you Hap!
Did you know that Pastor Jim and Sue Vornholt
filled the pulpit for the last two Sundays while our
Pastor is vacationing.?
Thank you Pastor Jim & Sue!
Silent Angels Thank-you’s
From Mildred Lawson – Silent Angels, we enjoy
you and appreciate you all. My many thanks to the
Silent Angels who stop to visit us while delivering
goodie baskets each year on each special occasion.
Community Note
Neillsville Community Gardens located off the
parking lot of Calvary Lutheran church has several
4x8 raised boxes available for rent. The cost is $10
per year. Please call John Dziekan at 715-503-1018
for more information.
From Lois Lonning – Thank you Silent Angels, I
appreciate being remembered and enjoy all your
goodies and extras. Also thank you to ”Hap” for all
of his helpfulness. Thanks, As Ever, Lois Lonning
Wedding Anniversaries
1- Roberta & Bob Gaier
3- James & Autumn Marshall
4-Ruth & Bob Schmidt
9-Ben & Kelly Mathis
11-Charlotte Hediger and David Tetzlaff
18- Don & Cindy Grotta Quicker
22-Bernie & Hanna Opelt
Thank you from the Czarnecki family
UCC – Thankyou to each and every one of you that
helped in some way with the benefit held for Krue.
We were shocked at the generous amount of money
raised and we are so appreciative for everyone’s
hard work and effort – and prayers. We are such
lucky and blessed people to have such an incredible
and supportive church family backing us. It has
made our journey a little easier having your support.
Thank you, Kellie, Neil, Karsen & Krue
Happy Anniversary to all of you with a May
Wedding Anniversary. Did we have the wrong
date or miss your anniversary? Let us know if we
did.
Did You Know?
Did you know that Wendy Sigurdson and her grandson, Owen are going to Grandparent & Me UCC
Church camp this summer?
Remember the tea cups filled
with flowers that were on our
tables downstairs in Fellowship
Hall? They are MISSING. Do
you know where they are? We
would really like to find them.
Did you know that Jim Filitz has given 20 gallons
of blood as of the last bloodmobile drive? WOW!
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Just a note: It’s Thursday, morning April 27 and I
am looking out the window and we have SNOW on
the ground. It is cold too. Nothing like Tuesday
morning when I begin this Newsletter. I know, I
live in Wisconsin!
May Birthdays
1- Don Quicker
3- Emily Voigt
Erin Voigt
4-Bernie Opelt
6-Ashley Vine
9-Rachel Anderson
Haylee Erickson
11-Destini Sexauer
12-Marge Goetsch
13-James Sjolin
Michelle Slemec
Lacey Erickson
Carol Harnisch
14-Abbigail Elmhorst
Caleb Slemec
15-Sue Jodarski
16-Ann Schoengarth
17-Delores Walker
Bernard Walker
19-Clayton Sexauer
20-Wanda Smith
26-John Schermitzler
Arlene Stark
Ben Anderson
27-Michelle Bergemann
Victoria Ratsch
29-Paul Schmidt
30-Craig Sigurdson
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Bazaar News
Remember your church bazaar while you are doing
your spring cleaning. We are looking for the
following items to create news items for sale:
▪ Old pails
▪ Pallets
▪ Old and/or new pine or barn boards
▪ Shutters
▪ Old wooden framed screen doors
▪ Old wooden framed windows( with
or without the glass)
▪ Old wooden kitchen chairs
▪ Old milk cans
▪ Old wooden sleds
▪ Old license plates
Any metal containers
If you have or know where we can obtain any of the
above items to be donated, please contact Carla
Marty at 715-937-0077 or Emile Miller at 715-9374626
Thanks, and Happy Spring!
Happy Birthday to all of you with a May Birthday.
Did we miss your birthday or have the wrong date?
Let us know if we did.
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May 2017
◄April 2017
Sun
Mon
Tue
Thu
Sat
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
School
9 am Sr. Choir
practice
10 am Worship
Haddie Mathis
Baptism
Fellowship/Coffee
Hour
6:30-7:30 pm Nar-Anon
14 Mother’s
15
10 am Minister’s
Alliance
Meeting at Calvary
3:30 pm Confirmation
1:30 pm Circle of Friends
meeting
7 am UCC Men’s Club
Breakfast (Last gettogether unitil
September)
11 am Todd Wall
Memorial Service
10-11 am Visitation at
church
2 pm The Lamplight
Concert
Clark County Art Center
– a benefit for House of
Mercy
6:30-7:30 pm Nar-Anon
16
17
18
5:30 pm Trustees
meeting
6:30 pm Deacons &
Deaconnesse
7:30 pm Church
Council
5:00 SPRING
CLEAN-UP at the
church
22
23
24
25
28 Memorial Sunday 29
30
31
Notes:
Day/Festival of the
Christian Home
Fri
1
6:30-7:30 pm Nar-Anon Pastor Jacoba returning 3:30 pm CD’s (last
from her vacation
session)
& Confirmation
7 9 am Sunday
June 2017 ►
Wed
9 am Sunday School
(last session until
fall)
10 am
Worship/Confirmation
10-11:30 am Memory
Cafe
19
20
Clark County
Caregivers
Annual Spring-Clean-op
Meet at St. Mary’s at 8
a.m.
Communion/Intinction
Fellowship/Coffee
Hour
21 10 am Worship
Baccalueate Sunday
Volunteer Sunday
Fellowship/Coffee
Hour
10 am Worship
Fellowship/Coffee
Hour
6:30-7:30 pm Nar-Anon
6:30-7:30 pm Nar-Anon 2:30 pm. Neillsville Care
& Rehab Service –
Pastor Jacoba leading
8
26
27
3
3
4