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ESTHER LUTHERAN NEWSLETTER “Knowing Christ – Making Christ Known Through Faith, Hope and Love.”
11019 625th Ave
email: esther@arvig.net
Pastor Jeanette Bidne email: prjeanettebidne.estherlutheran@gmail.com C: 507
“…and never live before they die.” Something I read this
week quoted that line and it is actually from a hymn.
Curious as to which hymn, I opened my hymnal
expecting some new and unfamiliar hymn. But, I
discovered, this line comes from the hymn “The Church
of Christ in Every Age.” Perhaps you have heard it too?
The first two verses go as follows:
The church of Christ, in ev'ry age
beset by change, but Spirit-led,
must claim and test its heritage
and keep on rising from the dead.
Across the world, across the street,
the victims of injustice cry
for shelter and for bread to eat,
and never live before they die.
This may be perhaps one of the greatest struggles before
us, that there are some who “never live before they die.”
We run from here to there, doing this, doing that. The
years march on, the days fly. Some days we can hardly
take it in. Soon, hopefully soon, many of us
and contemplate some questions, “What seeds to put
where in the garden?” What fields are thawed enough
(warm enough?) to plant? What are the plans for
summer? I invite you to also contemplate the line from
this treasured hymn and ask “Who are those that never
live before they die?” Is it us in our whirlwind lives?
Our families when coordinating a get-together can seem
impossible? Someone we know who is getting through
the day, but for them it is one without joy, thankfulness,
or hope?
Let’s STOP.
Just stop.
Stop and wonder how can we truly live before we die?
Live deeply. Live for things that last long after us. Live
for things that will give us hope and life long after the
ESTHER LUTHERAN NEWSLETTER Making Christ Known Through Faith, Hope and Love.”
Ave – Parkers Prairie, MN 56361 218-338-2171
esther@arvig.net Website: www.estherlutheran.com
Pastor Jeanette Bidne email: prjeanettebidne.estherlutheran@gmail.com C: 507-339-
“…and never live before they die.” Something I read this
quoted that line and it is actually from a hymn.
Curious as to which hymn, I opened my hymnal
expecting some new and unfamiliar hymn. But, I
discovered, this line comes from the hymn “The Church
of Christ in Every Age.” Perhaps you have heard it too?
This may be perhaps one of the greatest struggles before
us, that there are some who “never live before they die.”
We run from here to there, doing this, doing that. The
years march on, the days fly. Some days we can hardly
us will stop
and contemplate some questions, “What seeds to put
thawed enough
(warm enough?) to plant? What are the plans for
summer? I invite you to also contemplate the line from
this treasured hymn and ask “Who are those that never
live before they die?” Is it us in our whirlwind lives?
together can seem
impossible? Someone we know who is getting through
the day, but for them it is one without joy, thankfulness,
Stop and wonder how can we truly live before we die?
ings that last long after us. Live
for things that will give us hope and life long after the
world has exhausted its options for us. Live for things
that give us true joy. And share it with others.
We have a God of hope and joy.
life’s most difficult things, we have a God who can bring
hope and joy. Because of Jesus there is no place God
has not been and no place God will not go to show us
that there is always love, always hope, always new life
when God is involved. Christ is R
arise!
United in Christ,
Pastor Jeanette
“The Church of Christ in Every Age”
Text: Fred Pratt Green, 1903-2000
Text © 1971 Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188.
All rights reserved. Used by permission
Our Church Calendar
May 3rd
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Gospel as Salvation
Scripture Reading: Romans 1:1
May 10th
Sixth Sunday of Easter
God’s Love Poured Out
Scripture Reading: Romans 5:1
Sunday School sing in worship!
Final Day of Sunday School
May 17th
Seventh Sunday of Easter
Hope of Resurrection
Scripture Reading: Romans 6:1
'oisy Offering Today!
ESTHER LUTHERAN NEWSLETTER May 2015 Making Christ Known Through Faith, Hope and Love.”
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world has exhausted its options for us. Live for things
And share it with others.
We have a God of hope and joy. Even in the midst of
life’s most difficult things, we have a God who can bring
hope and joy. Because of Jesus there is no place God
has not been and no place God will not go to show us
that there is always love, always hope, always new life
when God is involved. Christ is Risen! May we too
Text © 1971 Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188.
Our Church Calendar
Scripture Reading: Romans 1:1-17
Scripture Reading: Romans 5:1-11
Sunday School sing in worship!
Scripture Reading: Romans 6:1-14
May 24th
Day of Pentecost
(All are invited to wear red to worship!)
'othing Can Separate Us
Scripture Reading: Acts 2:1-4
Graduation Recognition Today!
Congregational Potluck following worship!
May 31st
1st Sunday after Pentecost
Introduction to the Psalms
Scripture Reading: Psalm 1
June 7th
2nd
Sunday after Pentecost
Praise Psalms
Scripture Reading: Psalm 113
In Our Prayers Myrtle Arvidson
Jayne Arvidson
Kristy Fyhrie
Louisa Carlson
Angie Steele
Jennifer Bidne Sister of Pastor Jeanette
Marcella Braun Grandmother of
Pastor Jeanette
Jordan Norhe Friend of the Mike Townsend family
R.C. Christensen Friend of the youth
Donavan Hart brother of Ernie Hart
Family of Al Fyhrie
Family of Ed Tasler
Family of James Higgs
Family and friends of Donna Lage
Potluck following worship!
Sister of Pastor Jeanette
Pastor Jeanette
end of the Mike Townsend family
Friend of the youth
Serving Us In May
Pastor: Jeanette Bidne
Organist: Marcia Guenther
Lay Reader: Joan & Kathryn Burquest
Acolytes: Katlyn Velde, Abby B
Ushers: Milo Arvidson, Rick Arvidson
Communion Assistant: Al Pederson
Altar Guild: Donna Pederson
Greeters: Jim & Linda Arvidson
Birthday Fellowship: Milo & Joan Arvidson
Dennis & Gloria Rosenquist
Russ Higgs
Kyle Grinager 05/01 |
Daniel Townsend 05/01
Amanda Arvidson 05/02
Robert Hoppe 05/04
Lucille Skoglund 05/04
Jennifer Higgs 05/05
Kelly Mc Phail 05/05
Dennis Rosenquist 05/05
Christopher Skoglund 05/05
Joan Arvidson 05/06
Mark Ratajesak 05/07
Anna Guenther 05/08
Tyler Arvidson 05/10
Kevin Bunde 05/12
Camryn Schlosser 05/12
Liam Arvidson 05/13
Milo Arvidson 05/14
Luella Thom 05/17
Logan Arvidson 05/19
Erin Ellwanger 05/20
Kylie Velde 05/20
Larry Skoglund 05/21
Lance Klimek 05/23
Tanner Wambeke 05/24
Grayson Timm 05/27
Bev Kreidler 05/28
Lisa Wunderlich 05/28
Mary Robinson 05/29
Serving Us In May
Jeanette Bidne
Marcia Guenther
Joan & Kathryn Burquest
Katlyn Velde, Abby Burquest
Milo Arvidson, Rick Arvidson
: Al Pederson
Donna Pederson
Jim & Linda Arvidson
Milo & Joan Arvidson
Dennis & Gloria Rosenquist
Russ Higgs family
05/01 |
05/01
05/02
05/04
05/04
05/05
05/05
05/05
05/05
05/06
05/07
05/08
05/10
05/12
05/12
05/13
05/14
05/17
05/19
05/20
05/20
05/21
05/24
05/27
05/28
March 2015 Report
Beginning Balance ($1,017.47)
Deposits $ 16,740.60
Disbursements $15,673.99
Ending Balance 2/28/15 $49.14
Contributions needed based on budget
$ 25,861.50
Actual Contributions $ 25,855.42
Budget Shortfall
Highlights of the Month: In addition to providing for worship, the office, tithes
and the building your general offerings…
• Supported synod resources for a Stewardship
Event attended by council members.
• Brought communion to those unable to make
it to Esther.
• Provided materials for a confirmation retreat
for our young women.
And much, much more….
Thank you for giving to the ministries of Esther!
May Bible Study-
What are all those other books?
Offered after worship, May 31st
The Gospel of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
are books many can name from the New Testament, but
what about all those other smaller books? The Third
Letter of John? The Letter to the Hebrews? The First
Letter of Peter? We may hardly read from them or know
what they are about. Come learn about the lesser known
books of the New Testament and different Bible
translations. Come enjoy snacks and explore these
books! You may even want to bring your favorite Bible
along to share!
$1,017.47)
16,740.60
15,673.99
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$ 25,861.50
$ 25,855.42
($6.08)
orship, the office, tithes
Supported synod resources for a Stewardship
Event attended by council members.
Brought communion to those unable to make
Provided materials for a confirmation retreat
Thank you for giving to the ministries of Esther!
What are all those other books?
Offered after worship, May 31st
The Gospel of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. These
are books many can name from the New Testament, but
what about all those other smaller books? The Third
Letter of John? The Letter to the Hebrews? The First
Letter of Peter? We may hardly read from them or know
about the lesser known
books of the New Testament and different Bible
translations. Come enjoy snacks and explore these
books! You may even want to bring your favorite Bible
As our journey through the Lenten Season
rejoice in the Risen Christ, we want to thank everyone
that was instrumental in our worship experience.
Thanks to those who:
o Organized and brought food for the Soup and Sandwich Suppers.
o Cleaned up after the meal.o Led our Holden Evening
o Helped with our Midweek Services by being part of our dialogues.
o Found and provided the props used during the dialogues.
Thank you to those who helped on Easter Sunday
by:
o Setting up our beautiful Easter Garden.o The Altar Guild for all their help
the Table for communion services.o Providing special music through flute solos,
accompanying our songs with the trumpet, and the extra work done by our organist, Marcia.
o The youth, their leaders and parents for the great Easter breakfast
And lastly, 'Thank You' to everyone who worshipped
with us!
As our journey through the Lenten Season ends and we
rejoice in the Risen Christ, we want to thank everyone
that was instrumental in our worship experience.
Organized and brought food for the Soup and
Cleaned up after the meal. Holden Evening Services
Helped with our Midweek Services by being
Found and provided the props used during the
Thank you to those who helped on Easter Sunday
Setting up our beautiful Easter Garden. The Altar Guild for all their help with preparing the Table for communion services. Providing special music through flute solos, accompanying our songs with the trumpet, and the extra work done by our organist, Marcia. The youth, their leaders and parents for the great
nd lastly, 'Thank You' to everyone who worshipped
DAY OF PE6TECOST MAY 24th
Graduation Recognition
Join us on this festival day of the Church to celebrate the
Holy Spirit in the early Church as well as in our young
people who are graduating high school this year. Our
graduating seniors have chosen hymns meaningful to
them and we will give thanks to God for their
achievements. Our high school graduates this year are:
• Sarah Bunde- plans to attend University of
North Dakota studying pre-Physical T
• Anna Guenther –plans to attend Alexandria
Technical and Community College in the fall
and studying medical administrative and coding.
• Samantha Hoppe – plans to attend St.
Scholastica studying pre-Occupational
All are invited to wear red, the color of the Holy Spirit to
help us celebrate this day! Congregational Potluck
following worship
In addition:
Congratulations to Veronica Arvidson who is
graduating in May from Alexandria Technical and
Community College with a legal assistant degree.
Congratulations to Kevin Bunde who graduated this
past December from U of M, Crookston with a degree in
Agriculture.
Congratulations to Kristy Fyhrie who is graduating in
May from Alexandria Technical and Community
College with a triple major in Marketing and Sales,
Business Management and Fashion Management.
Esther WELCA April Meeting
April 9, 2015
Treasurer’s Report: Checking: $1,004.00
Memorial Fund: $7,320.00
• $76.00 was sent to the World Day of Prayer
Organization from Esther’s WELCA
• $270.00 was received from selling Herberger’s
Coupon Books this spring
• $176.00 was paid for the new kitchen countertop
• Cabinet around the new double oven was paid
for by the church building fund
DAY OF PE6TECOST MAY 24th
Join us on this festival day of the Church to celebrate the
Holy Spirit in the early Church as well as in our young
school this year. Our
graduating seniors have chosen hymns meaningful to
them and we will give thanks to God for their
achievements. Our high school graduates this year are:
plans to attend University of
Physical Therapy.
to attend Alexandria
College in the fall
and studying medical administrative and coding.
tend St.
Occupational Therapy.
red, the color of the Holy Spirit to
Congregational Potluck
to Veronica Arvidson who is
n May from Alexandria Technical and
degree.
to Kevin Bunde who graduated this
past December from U of M, Crookston with a degree in
who is graduating in
May from Alexandria Technical and Community
rketing and Sales,
Business Management and Fashion Management.
Esther WELCA April Meeting
$76.00 was sent to the World Day of Prayer
Organization from Esther’s WELCA
$270.00 was received from selling Herberger’s
was paid for the new kitchen countertop
Cabinet around the new double oven was paid
Old Business
• Cluster 9 Spring Meet
Lutheran in Miltona.
• NW MN SWO Convention is Sept. 11
Moorhead. Esther WELCA is nominating Sue
Ellwanger for President. Nominees are sought
for the Mary Magdalene Award by Aug. 1st.
• Esther WELCA is sponsoring Bingo at St.
Williams on April 24. Circ
of ice cream and angel food cakes for this event.
• 6 lap robes were sown and donated to St.
Williams for the winter quilters.
• The kitchen committee has met with a carpenter
about storage solutions under the serving
counter and in large areas under the prep island.
The new countertop will also be worked on to
get it to fit properly.
• Senior Recognition Sunday will be May
with a potluck for the congregation.
6ew Business
• A big thank you to the ladies who quilted this
winter. They completed 32 quilts, 6 lap robes
and 1 fire quilt!! Way to go!!
6otice to Esther Congregation
We are no longer taking backpacks. We have no
projects to give them to currently.
From our Quilters:
We appreciate your donations of materials, but i
would like to donate material, please donate COTTON
sheets only!!
Youth Stock Sales
The youth members that are going to the ELCA National
Youth Convention in Detroit have begun to sell stock
Stock shares can be purchased for $5.00 each.
Individuals can buy as many shares of stock as they
would like to and they can designate
purchase would go to an individual or the group or a
combination of the two.
Old Business
ting April 28th at Faith
onvention is Sept. 11-12 in
Moorhead. Esther WELCA is nominating Sue
Ellwanger for President. Nominees are sought
for the Mary Magdalene Award by Aug. 1st.
Esther WELCA is sponsoring Bingo at St.
Williams on April 24. Circle 1 will be in charge
gel food cakes for this event.
6 lap robes were sown and donated to St.
Williams for the winter quilters.
The kitchen committee has met with a carpenter
about storage solutions under the serving
e areas under the prep island.
The new countertop will also be worked on to
Senior Recognition Sunday will be May 25th
a potluck for the congregation.
6ew Business
A big thank you to the ladies who quilted this
completed 32 quilts, 6 lap robes
and 1 fire quilt!! Way to go!!
6otice to Esther Congregation Members:
We are no longer taking backpacks. We have no
projects to give them to currently.
Quilters:
We appreciate your donations of materials, but if you
, please donate COTTON
Youth Stock Sales
The youth members that are going to the ELCA National
Detroit have begun to sell stock.
Stock shares can be purchased for $5.00 each.
s can buy as many shares of stock as they
designate whether the stock
purchase would go to an individual or the group or a
A share of Stock entitles you to:
Pray for the student and group going to New Or
for the group's safety on the trip, to deepen our faith &
spiritual desires, to meet new friends, strengthen
relationships of those with us, and to gain a new
appreciation for others.
During the trip you will hear from the group, whether it
is an e-mail, letter or postcard, or a phone call.
You will have exclusive access to our facebook page,
which will be updated daily.
Stockholders Presentation- after the trip you will be
invited to come enjoy treats hosted by the gathering
participants as well as a presentation about the trip.
Stock can be purchased at any time from any of the six
youth members going to New Orleans, they will also be
available to purchase after church on Sundays.
Garage Sale The youth are planning for our annual garage sale, which
will be held on May 8th and 9th with an alternate date of
May 16th and 17th. Please keep us in mind as you begin
your spring cleaning. We are looking for any gently
used items you may have to put on the sale.
glad to pick up your items at any time and store them
until the sale. If you need something picked up or have
any questions please contact Joan Burquest at 943
or cell # 218-640-7827
All Committee Meeting Cookout May 3
Did you sign up to participate in a committee at annual
meeting? Are you interested in working a event you’ve
thought about but haven’t seen happen.
Signs, giving, a float for fall festival, outdoor services
are just some of the topics we will cover. All
have signed up for committee this year are asked to
attend in addition to anyone else interested.
Come talk about hope and plans for our congregation in
the coming year and enjoy a cookout too!
The spring road ditch cleanup will take place on
Wednesday, May 13th at 6:00 p.m. Please wear long
pants, closed toed shoes and bring gloves .Supper will be
Pray for the student and group going to New Orleans-
for the group's safety on the trip, to deepen our faith &
spiritual desires, to meet new friends, strengthen
relationships of those with us, and to gain a new
During the trip you will hear from the group, whether it
mail, letter or postcard, or a phone call.
You will have exclusive access to our facebook page,
after the trip you will be
treats hosted by the gathering
a presentation about the trip.
at any time from any of the six
youth members going to New Orleans, they will also be
available to purchase after church on Sundays.
for our annual garage sale, which
with an alternate date of
. Please keep us in mind as you begin
We are looking for any gently
We will be
glad to pick up your items at any time and store them
If you need something picked up or have
any questions please contact Joan Burquest at 943-2232
All Committee Meeting Cookout May 3rd
Did you sign up to participate in a committee at annual
meeting? Are you interested in working a event you’ve
Signs, giving, a float for fall festival, outdoor services
are just some of the topics we will cover. All those who
have signed up for committee this year are asked to
Come talk about hope and plans for our congregation in
ditch cleanup will take place on
at 6:00 p.m. Please wear long
Supper will be
provided by Lorrie Pomeranz. Many hands will make
the task go quickly!
May 20th
: Christian Denominations:
Panel with Guest Speakers at Esther.
Guests from various Christian denominations (Catholic, Methodist, ELCA, possibly LCMS) will be joining us as well as some of their confirmation students and youth groups.
Potluck Supper at 6:00 p.m. Discussion beginning at
6:30p.m until 8:00p.m. All are invited to our final night together to learn from
other Christian brothers and sisters about other
Christian traditions.
HUGE Thank-You to everyone who attended our
Treats and Talent Night, your support of Esther Youth is
greatly appreciated!!! The evening was a huge success
with well over $1,000.00 raised. Thank You
Change of Address
Please make the following change of address to your
directories:
Elmer and Elnora Beireis: 219 W State Street
Parkers Prairie, MN 56361. Their telephone number
remains the same.
Audrey Arvidson: Telephone number (218)338
. Many hands will make
Christian Denominations: Ecumenical
Panel with Guest Speakers at Esther.
Guests from various Christian denominations (Catholic, Methodist, ELCA, possibly LCMS) will be joining us as well as some of their confirmation students and youth
Discussion beginning at
to our final night together to learn from
other Christian brothers and sisters about other
to everyone who attended our
Treats and Talent Night, your support of Esther Youth is
greatly appreciated!!! The evening was a huge success
with well over $1,000.00 raised. Thank You
Change of Address
Please make the following change of address to your
: 219 W State Street
Parkers Prairie, MN 56361. Their telephone number
: Telephone number (218)338-6501.
Habitat Build Days:
May 12th (Variety of skills needed plus assisting with
lunch)
June 23rd (indoor work)
Building hope for families!
6W M6 Synod Hunger Bike Ride stops at Esther
June 21, 2015
Thankful for a full plate? Come learn how to help
others!
Esther Vacation Bible School:
Tentatively: June 21st -June 25th A ministry of Esther
with Luther Crest Day Camp!
Outdoor Worship Service will be held at Rodney
Peterson’s on July 12th
. Please watch for more
information!
(Variety of skills needed plus assisting with
6W M6 Synod Hunger Bike Ride stops at Esther
Come learn how to help
ible School:
A ministry of Esther
Outdoor Worship Service will be held at Rodney
. Please watch for more
Outdoor Community Worship Service at
Lutheran of Aldrich, August 23rd 2015
Everyone is invited to Open Houses to honor our
High Graduates!
Sarah Bunde
Saturday May 30
10:00 a.m.-1
at her home
1008 Acorn Lane
Parkers Prairie
Anna Guenther
Sunday May 31
2:00 p.m.-5:00
At her home
7855 Thoennes Lane NW
Parkers Prairie
Samantha Hoppe
Saturday June 13
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Miltona Community Center
Miltona
Outdoor Community Worship Service at Balsamlund
Lutheran of Aldrich, August 23rd 2015
Everyone is invited to Open Houses to honor our
Graduates!
Sarah Bunde
Saturday May 30th
1:00 pm
home
1008 Acorn Lane
Parkers Prairie
Anna Guenther
Sunday May 31st
5:00 p.m.
At her home
7855 Thoennes Lane NW
Parkers Prairie
Samantha Hoppe
Saturday June 13th
6:00 p.m.
Miltona Community Center
Miltona