THE MESSENGER
JUNE 2016
CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH
(Missouri Synod)
2035 IL Route 26
Dixon, IL 61021
Church Office: 815-284-4554
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to Noon
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.coslcdixon.org
Pastor David Andermann
Phone: 815-499-9801
Sunday Worship Service: 9:00 a.m.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT - Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church
exists as a congregation because of Jesus Christ our Savior
to spread the Good News of Christ our Savior;
to make disciples in the name of Christ our Savior;
and to share the love and caring of Christ our Savior.
On Saturday, June 25, 1530, at three o’clock in the
afternoon, the Augsburg Confession was presented to the
Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, Charles V. The entire
Augsburg Confession was then read aloud. A large crowd
gathered around and through the open windows the words were heard by the
people with great anticipation. When the reading of the Confession was
completed, a German copy and a Latin Copy were handed to the emperor. As
the copies were handed over to the emperor, these words were said, “Most
gracious Emperor, this is a confession that will even prevail against the gates of
hell, with the grace and help of God.”
On June 25 of this month we remember the giving of the Augsburg
Confession to the emperor. This was the Protestants’ confession of what they
believed to be the true exposition of the Bible. As a unique confession of the
Word of God as we have it in the Bible, the LCMS still holds this confession as
being the true interpretation of God’s Word. As it has stood the test of time, it will
continue to stand and the gates of hell have not, and will not prevail against it,
because it is based on the Word of God. This day really should be remembered
alongside the Reformation on October 31, 1517.
If we were to read the Augsburg Confession out loud today, I wonder if the
people would come to listen attentively, or would our apathy be very apparent?
The teachings of the LCMS would be in jeopardy if the truths of Scripture as
interpreted by the Augsburg Confession were not accurate and true. One of the
main teachings espoused by the Confessions is that we are saved by grace
through faith. This continues to be a tenet of our faith; one that we hang our
salvation on.
In 2017 we celebrate the 500th year of the Reformation. This was when
Martin Luther questioned the beliefs and teachings of the church at that time.
The Augsburg Confession came in the years that followed and espoused the
teachings of the Reformation. We will have opportunity to celebrate 500 years
since the Reformation. Watch for those upcoming opportunities in 2017.
Pastor David
BIBLE CLASSES - The Thursday morning group will
meet every Thursday in June at 10:00 a.m. with the
exception of June 16th . You are encouraged to
continue the study of God’s W ord every day wherever
you are.
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SERVING OUR LORD IN JUNE
Elder:
Altar:
Bill Sigler
Jenny Heuser & Barb Hatfield
HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN JUNE!
2nd
10th
12th
13th
14th
17th
19th
23rd
27th
28th
Phil Heuser
Matt Heesaker
Kim Oborski, Lois Kleinschmidt, Derek Lindstrom, Kirstyn Carter
Jennifer Sheaffer
Valerie Miller
Dorothy McBride
Mary Bendickson, Pam Miller
Allison Bandera
Jeanette Heesaker
Gordon Meyer, W.C. Kessel, Rose Schafer
MEMBER NEWS
Confirmed on May 15, 2016: Leslie Bandera
ALIVE will meet on Tuesday, June 21st at 12:15 p.m. at the
church for a potluck lunch. You are invited! Please sign up to host
ALIVE for June or another month this year.
SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS
Vacation Bible School: We will be announcing the date soon!
Family Game Night – We will try to have one Family Game Night
this summer. Watch the bulletin or future newsletter for the date
and the plans.
FOOD PANTRY NEWS – Each time people give food etc. to those persons who
are having difficult times, God is pleased. Please continue to care and to share
with those in need as God leads you!
Planning on traveling this summer? Check the Lutheran Annual
in the church office for locations of LCMS churches and times of
worship. Or you may go to www.lcms.org →Locators &
Directories →Find a Church.
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SISTERS IN CHRIST/L utheran Women’s Missionary League
The next Sisters in Christ/LWML meeting will be at 9:00 a.m. on
Saturday, June 4, 2016. Note change in date! We will continue the
Bible study DVD Series “Overflowing Abundance,” by Donna Pyle, by
viewing the video for Lesson 5, “When Provision Overflows.”
After the Bible Study, we will have a short business meeting. Then we will
continue working on the “recycled” greeting cards. Bring your paper scissors!
Gloria Kunde from Messiah is hoping to be able to return to teach those of us
who weren’t able to attend the May meeting. Those who were there said they
REALLY enjoyed making the cards! If you weren’t able to join us in May for this
new servant opportunity, we hope you will join us on June 4.
REMINDER: The registration deadline to receive the lowest registration fee is
JUNE 11, for the LWML Northern Illinois District Convention, September 23–
25, 2016, at Belvedere Events & Banquets in Elk Grove Village, IL. On June 12
the fee goes up $10 and another $20 on August 11. See Joy Meyer for a
registration form or more details.
Keep saving those used greeting cards for Sisters in Christ. There is a collection
box in the fellowship hall for this purpose. Thanks!
STAMPS FOR MISSIONS - Since 1997 LWML NID has been collecting postage
stamps to help fund mission grants. Several thousand dollars every year are
generated through the sale of cancelled postage stamps. Stamps should be cut
off envelopes leaving a ¼ inch edge around the stamps. Flag and Bell stamps
should not be saved. Postcards are welcome. Please save the whole card. Do
not just send the stamp. Cutting the stamp off postcards makes them lose their
value. Stamps in albums, foreign and commemorative stamps are especially
welcome.
The LWML NID also collects eyeglasses, sunglasses and eyeglass cases for
eyeglass mission trips. Both the eyeglasses and stamps can be placed in the
boxes in the Fellowship Hall in the bookcase at the end of the tables with the
coffee pot. These will then be taken to the LWML NID. Thank you!
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!
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OUTREACH COMMITTEE NEWS
Fellowship Hour always brings wonderful coffee and treats from
your fellow church members. Please come and join us each Sunday!
Under Dennis’ watchful eye, you can sign up to bring treats or ask
questions about how everything works. Last year, a new policy was
started—“If funds are needed for the coffee fund, the green basket will be placed out
on the table. Should enough funds be present, the green basket will be taken off the
table and returned only when funds are needed.” Remember that when treats are not
supplied by a member, the coffee fund will also be used to buy donuts—please
support the green basket. Thanks again to all who provided the treats this past
month.
Petunia Parade will be held on Sunday, July 3, 2016. Outreach will be passing
water out again this year. It would be nice if the church could provide 2 or 3 “watering
holes” this year. If you have a truck, or are interested in helping to pass out water,
please talk with Samantha Dopke. The parade theme this year is Dixon Pride.
Spuds and Splits Update and Final Report
Our “Third” Annual Spuds and Splits was very successful!
Thank you to everyone who helped in ANY way, whether
you sold and/or bought tickets; helped at, before or after the
event; donated money toward expenses or purchased food or supply
items; loaned us equipment or whatever you did, THANK YOU! Without the help of
our members, we could not have had a successful event. We received many
compliments from our guests!
Final Report
Tickets pre-sold:
Adult Tickets Sold at door:
Child Tickets Sold at door:
Total Tickets Sold
184
42
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230
We had a total income (including food sold to members) of $1992.71. We had
expenses of $1048.23, giving us a profit of $944.48. In addition, Kohl’s will be
sending us a donation of $500, bringing the total amount that will be applied to
the Roof/Siding Project of $1444.48.
 Some of the strawberries were donated by Culver’s. Thank You!
 Thank You to Kohl’s also for providing hard-working additional workers!
In addition to making some money to help pay off the Roof and Siding Loan,
Spuds & Splits was a great Fellowship Activity! Thank you to everyone who helped!
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REPORT FROM YOUR FINANCIAL SECRETARY AND TREASURER
Beginning Balance in General Fund
4,212.17
April Offerings
7,316.00
Plate
276.00
Rental Income
1,100.00
Interest
16.96
+8,708.96
April Expenses
-9,307.41
Partial Loan payment
-268.31
Ending Balance in General Fund
3,345.41
Other Funds
Building for the Future. 28,240.84
Educational Outreach...
912.76
Youth Trip Fund..........
6,609.92
Sunday School............
387.50
Altar Flowers…………..
88.00
Fellowship……………….
223.64
Canvas Sidings…………
182.00
Spuds & Splits………….
-234.96
Roof/Siding Gifts……...
235.00
Comfort Dog……………. 2,073.00
Paraments………………. 1,806.00
Garren Memorial……….
100.00
APRIL EXPENDITURES BY BOARDS
Elders
Salaries, Social Security, etc.
5,196.97
Health Insurance, etc.
1,626.57
Continuing Education
62.50
Organists
385.00
Periodicals
13.30
Outreach (Easter ads)
Stewardship (EFT Fees)
Properties
Maintenance & Upkeep
305.44
Gas/Electricity
365.13
Equipment maintenance
307.76
Garbage pick -up
40.80
Of f ice
Phone/Internet (less credits)
19.13
Paper
48.99
N. IL District Missions
Total General Fund Expenses
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7,284.34
72.00
6.00
1,019.13
68.12
857.82
9,307.41
For the last few months we have continued our study of
remarkable women of the Bible, their stories and strong faith in
God. Eve, Sarah, Rebecca, Jochebed and Miriam all had courage
and trusted in God. If you do not recognize Jochebed's name you
may want to open your Bible and start reading. Hint--she was a very courageous
mom and defied an evil Ruler.
For faithfully attending our youth group each Sunday, our youth will be going to
the Milwaukee Zoo on Friday, May 27th. This ties in with our Noah's Ark project
and the skits they did for the Sunday School children. They will be on the
lookout for the animals God saved by sending them to Noah to put in the Ark.
Jeanette Heesaker, Youth Director
Be sure to listen to “The Lutheran Hour.” The program airs
every Sunday on the following radio stations:
Chicago W GN 720 AM at 6:00 a.m.
Rochelle W RHL 1060 AM at 7:30 a.m.
Online any time at www.lutheranhour.org
The radio message schedule was not available at newsletter time, so watch the
bulletin for it.
SHILOH NEWS - Bringing Comfort to the Czackowski Family
The response for K-9 Comfort Dog team was tremendous after
receiving the call from Glueckert Funeral Home that the family
of Tracy Czackowski had requested the Comfort Dogs for her
visitation. The story from earlier in the week touched the hearts of
people across the country. Tracy was shot while driving home from a family
weekend in the Wisconsin Dells with her husband, Greg, and two children,
Matthew and Sofia. Tracy later died from her wound.
Prior to the visitation, as the family gathered for prayer, Shiloh Comfort
Dog (Christ Our Savior - Dixon, IL) and Damarius (in training) were invited to
join the family. Fourteen Comfort Dogs and their handlers were present at
various times throughout the visitation, which was a great comfort to both the
children and adults. Matthew and Sofia spent much time with all of the dogs as
they frequently watched photos of their mom flash above on a monitor. Please
continue to lift up the Czackowskis in your prayers.
(From Lutheran Church Charities Making a Difference Newsletter, May 11, 2016)
You can keep up with stories like this one about Shiloh and see how she
is bringing smiles and comfort to so many people every day by “Liking” Shiloh
Comfort Dog on Facebook!
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