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OUR STAFF
Rev. Jeffrey E. Koth
Pastor
Rev. Dr. Willard Blomquist
Visitation
Laura Swanson
Youth & Family Ministry
Anne Illi
Choir Director
Victoriya Berezhna
Organist
Jill Shepherd
Stephen Ministry
847-989-1919
Kathy Anderson
Office Manager
Ken Swanson
Facebook Page
Rebecca Falkinham
Web site master
CONTACTS
Phone: 847-623-5135
Fax: 847-623-4016
E-mail:
Website: stmarkslutheran.us
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
Come celebrate the gift
of Jesus Christ.
Grow together in faith
and love.
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News with all.
The Messenger Come, Grow, Share
January 2013 Vol. 16 No 1
3350 North Delany Rd
Waukegan, II. 60087
“Outstretched Arms Waiting for You” In your times of deep despair, Do you feel there is no hope?
As the darkness closes in on you,
Do you feel you cannot cope ?
As you struggle on through every trial, Do you say "When will it end"?
As you cry yourself to sleep at night,
Do you wish you had a friend?
When your body's racked with aches and pains, Do you feel you are alone?
When you think about the future, Do you fear the great unknown?
There is someone who really cares, And He hears your every cry.
His arms are reaching out to you, And on Him you can rely.
When things close in around you, He sees your fear and doubt -
He wants to hold you in His arms, And He will never cast you out.
As you stumble through the darkness,
He will be your guiding light.
He wants to wipe away your tears, For you are precious in His sight.
Reach out right now to Jesus,
And let Him take complete control -
He'll take that heavy burden, And He'll touch and make you whole.
He's reaching out His arms to you,
And He wants to be your friend. Let Him take you in His loving arms,
For His love will never end.
During this most Holy Lenten Season, let the out-stretched arms of Jesus embrace you!
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February Birthdays 02/01 Carol Bonnes
02/01 Thomas Nicklas
02/05 James Tentes
02/07 Linnea Anderson
02/07 Johanne Ahonen
02/09 Julie Harmon
02/10 Helen Binning
02/11 Linda Timonen
02/11 Ida Dudleston
02/12 John Poole
02/13 Richard Haapanen
02/15 Kurt Winch
02/17 Genie Durand
02/17 Davis Chand
02/18 Aira Puistolahti
02/19 Jonathan Oye
02/19 Peter Tentes
02/20 Elizabeth Spengler
02/20 Kurt Schild, IV
02/21 Helen Collins
02/22 Thomas Plinke
02/22 Kristine Koth
02/22 Richard Yocius
02/23 Helen Fawcett
02/23 Carol Suomu
02/23 Carolyn Poole
02/23 Jennifer Voss
02/24Steven Vance
02/24Chantal Brikha
02/27 Pellervo Puro
02/28 Keith Huebner
02/28 Kurt Collins
02/28 Samantha Kottka
02/29 Alexander Redding
Memorial Gifts
We thank the people who have memorialized these friends and
loved ones for their generosity.
The following gift was given in Loving Memory of: Irene Haapanen from Dave & Joyce Wonderland, James & Betty
Tentes, Nancy Van Treeck
Virginia Blomquist from Alice Harju, Jill Shepherd, Helen Hart,
James & Kathryn Macneil, Dr. Roger & Patricia Blomquist, Ken &
Sandy Falkinham, Sylvia Kangas, Earleen & Dom Constantino,
Ginny Kukla, James & Sharon Dean, Carol Suomu, Jane Asperheim,
Nancy Inskeep, Ruth & Bill Hervoy, Bridgette Otterbacher, Dick &
Jean Bogdala, Maria Axotis, Eleanor Senteney, Nancy & Jay Owens,
Ruth Wuorenma, Tuula Tamsi, Bill & Marty Gregory, Judith
Mickelson,
Audrey Herberger from Cindy & Jim Keister, Bill & Marty Gregory,
Bob & Helen Ostman, Jay & Nancy Owen, Walter Maki, Lucille
Tolonen, Al & Ida Dudleston, Martha DeTogne, Helen Binning, Dave
& Joyce Wonderland, Douglas & Diane Cankar, Carol Suomu,
Jerome Gibbs, Lynn & Sally Naden, Sara Griffin, Mr. & Mrs. Nate
Naden, Douglas Cankar, Jerome Gibbs, Wurth Baer Supply
Company, Mr. & Mrs. Brian Kangas, Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Larson,
Her parents, John & Mamie Anderson, and Uncle Leonard Anderson
from Nancy Van Treeck
RJ Sanchez from Ruben, Linda, Jake & Rachel Sanchez
Adrienne Seyring Kilbane from Robbyn Kilbane-McFadden
Walter & Bertha Hillson from Arthur Hillson
Bob & Ferne Gambony from Beth Hillson
Anja Elina Ylitalo from Matt & Sanna Luhtala, Paavo & Helena
Pelknonen, Patricia Burdick, Bill & Norma Maki, Dr. & Mrs. Gary
Oosta, Aulikki Clark & Family, Sanna Luhtala, Mr. & Mrs. Jussi
Rautiokoski, Tuula Tamsi, Lise Myllymaki, Helen & Bob Ostman,
Martha DeTogne, Bill & Marty Gregory, James & Betty Tentes
Parents, Sam & Lillian Harju from Helen Harju Clark
Sister, Sheila Stuart from Carol Suomu
Sheila Stuart from Lucille Tolonen, Walter Maki, Al & Ida
Dudleston, Bob & Helen Ostman, Nancy Inskeep, Bill & Marty
Gregory,
Kurt Schild Jr., from his wife, Delores Schild
February Anniversaries 02/20 Brett & Jamie Stacey
02/26 Ina & Joseph Rider
If your name/s have not appeared in recognition of your birthday, wedding anniversary or a memorial gift, please contact the church office. We want to include all celebrations and memorials. 847-623-5135
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Mission of the Month
- Testify! (St. Mark’s
Youth Group) Souper
Bowl of Caring
More than 20 years ago, the Souper Bowl of Caring began with a simple prayer from a single youth group. “Lord, as we enjoy the Super Bowl football game, help us to be mindful of those without even a bowl of soup to eat.”
Since that day, more than $60 million has been raised for local charities across the country through the Souper Bowl of Caring. It has become a powerful movement that is transforming Super Bowl weekend into the nation’s largest youth-led weekend of giving and serving.
Through this mission, young people learn what it’s like to make a positive difference in the world—as they collect food, raise money, and volunteer to work in charities that provide shelter to the homeless, food to the hungry, and compassion to those in need.
Please give generously on Souper Bowl Sunday, February 3rd. Every dollar donated will go to COOL.
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COOL FOOD PANTRY—
FOOD OF THE MONTH:
Breakfast Items:
Cereal—Hot & Cold, Muffin Mix & Pancake Mix
Thank You To All of St. Mark’s -
It was a beautiful service for Audrey. Thank you all.
The luncheon you ladies put on was fantastic. My
family was very impressed. Fond memories of
Audrey & me at St. Mark’s will always be with us.
Thank you again and God Bless everyone of you.
Thanks,
Jack Herberger, Steve Herberger
Jodi Reese, Terrance Herberger
Thank You “A grateful heart knows many joys.”
St. Mark’s. Thank you so much for the use of your
fellowship hall for the COOL Christmas Party.
In Peace,
Shari
Thank you so much!!! - Ashley & Kayla
Thank you—Jasmine Croft & Family
From the bottom of our hearts, Thanks & God Bless—
The Hudson Family
Thank you for everything love the Cunningham
Family
Thank you —Candee and family
Thank You—LSSI Dear Friends,
Thank you for the generous gifts given to Lutheran
Social Services of Illinois Foster Care Programs.
Thanks to your contributions and commitment to our
children in foster care, we were able to provide each
child with an expression of love and support on be-
half of your church. We appreciate all of your beauti-
ful gifts and kind words which I am sure go a long
way into the hearts of our children.
Therefore, on behalf of LSSI and the families that we
serve, WE THANK YOU!!!!! Please share this with
your congregation because it is written from the heart.
Sincerely,
Cassandra Howard
Chairman of Christmas Committee
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Yarns of Compassion During 2012, the loving hands and hearts of our
members transformed yarn into a variety of hand-
made items . . . hats, scarves, mittens, sweaters, slip-
pers, mittens, sox, prayer shawls, chemo caps, bum-
ble bees, bookmarks, preemie & baby caps, booties,
sweaters and blankets. Thanks to everyone who
gave their time and shared their knitting and crochet-
ing talent at home and at church as well as to those
who have donated much appreciated yarn.
We distributed 89 chemo caps to local treatment cen-
ters and 63 preemie/baby caps to Vista East Health
Center in Waukegan.
Two shipments of items were
sent to the Lakota Indian One
Heart, One Mind program in
South Dakota which nurtures
newborns and their young
mothers on the reservation.
They received 47 items…baby
blankets, hats, booties, sweat-
ers and bumble bees.
During the year, we continued to reach out to our
friends and members of our church family with pray-
er shawls, chemo caps and baby caps.
In December, each of
the 25 LSSI children
received a scarf and hat
set along with their
Christmas gift from a
congregation member.
One of our new endeavors for this year was support-
ing the East Zion School Christmas Student Auction
with hats, scarves and afghans.
The PADs clients at Shiloh Baptist Church in Zion
received over 40 items… scarves, slippers, hats and
mittens.
We also sent 40 scarves
and 20 hats (along with
over 45 # of items donat-
ed from the congregation)
to our service men and
women thru Operation
Gratitude.
Lap robes provided warmth, comfort and love to 7
PADs clients at Great Lakes.
Bookmarks were included in
the 14 Christmas baskets given
to shut-ins by our Youth &
Family Ministry Team.
We also hosted one of the Wednesday soup suppers
during Lent and had a great time!
What a rewarding experience to participate in these
new programs.
Knitters and crocheters are always welcome to join
this fellowship opportunity here at St. Mark’s. If you
are interested in learning how to knit or crochet,
we’d be glad to teach you. The group meets on the
3rd Monday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00pm.
Yarn, needles, hooks and patterns are waiting for
you. Just bring your desire to turn yarn into an item
that will provide comfort for someone in need.
“For the needy will not be forgotten forever, the hopes of the
poor will not always be crushed.”
Psalm 9:18
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Stephen Ministry Part I: What Kind of Man Would Receive the Care of
a Stephen Minister?
Stephen Ministries Series, St. Louis
A man like Adam
who was cut off from all that gave meaning to life and needed someone to remind him of
God’s promise.
A man like Noah
who witnessed the destruction of everything around him and needed someone to wait with
him for a new day.
A man like Abraham
who had to leave everything he knew and loved behind him and needed someone to journey
with him to a new life.
A man like Moses
who faced great opposition and needed a companion to support him and speak on his behalf.
A man like David
who grieved the death of a wayward child and needed a shepherd’s care.
A man like Elijah
who thought he was all alone and needed a still small voice to encourage him.
A man like Job
who lost everything and needed someone to silently endure the pain with him.
A man like Peter
who found himself in over his head and needed the strong hand of a faithful friend.
A man like Paul
who knew the unending distress of a thorn in the flesh and needed someone to rejoice when
he rejoiced and to weep when he wept.
A man like Jesus
who knew intense disappointment, sorrow, grief, rejection, and loneliness and needed an
angel of God to minister to him.
A man like you.
If you would like to know more about how a Stephen Minister could care for you, please see or call
Jill Shepherd, 847 989 1919.
God’s peace be with you,
Jill Shepherd
Stephen Leader
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8th Annual Finnish Celebration Here are some excerpts from an article that was
published in the Waukegan News Sun, written
by Beth Kramer:
There was music, food and
dancing at Sunday’s Suoma-
lainen Juhla, “Finnish Cele-
bration,” at St. Mark’s Evan-
gelical Lutheran Church in
Waukegan.
The event was an opportunity for people of
Finnish ancestry to gather. It was also an oppor-
tunity for non- Finnish people like Helen Ost-
man of Gurnee to be Finnish for a day. It’s
(about) getting together with the ethnic commu-
nity,” Ostman said.
A luncheon with 10-15 Finnish dishes like sau-
sages (makara) and oven-baked pancakes
(pannukakku) was
served. Some spe-
cialty dishes were
handmade and oth-
ers were purchased,
according to Lucille
Tolonen of Beach
Park. Tolonen was
the event’s hospitality team leader.
She said the food went “even better than
planned” and tasted “wonderful.”
The event started
eight years ago as a
project by the
church’s Travelers
Club, according to
club founder Judy
Shales-Reinier of
Weyauwega, Wis.
St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church was
originally founded as a Finnish church. Now
the church has dropped the Finnish from its
name, but much of the community, including
Shales-Reinier, have Finnish heritage. She is a
second-generation Finn.
“The celebration is just to get Finnish people
and others who are interested together to cele-
brate the heritage and teach the heritage,”
Shales-Reinier said.
“We’re going to keep doing this (celebration).
We want people to get to know us. You have to
hold on to your roots because that’s where you
come from Be proud of your country, wherever
you are from,” Shales-Reinier said.
“I think it’s a very good tradition to continue.
With the food, singing and dancing, it’s a com-
plete introduction to Finnish culture,” said Erv
Uhlman of Oak Creek, Wis.
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Mission Interpreter—
Let’s Celebrate ! The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is celebrating its 25th
anniversary in 2013 under the theme “Always being made new.” What God is do-
ing through us here at home and around the world is worth celebrating. As you em-
bark in ministry during this anniversary year, take a look back at the people and
events that have shaped us as a church while looking toward the future together
anew.
In 2 Corinthians 5:17 Paul writes, “So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything
old has passed away; see, everything has become new!” We are a church that is deeply rooted - and
always being made new. Our roots are in Scripture, tradition and the Lutheran confessions, as well
as in vibrant communities and rich histories of our congregations. These roots are an ongoing source
of nourishment, enabling us to be a church that is resilient, always reforming and guided by the Holy
Spirit.
You can learn more about the 25th anniversary at www.elca.org/25 You can also learn about
our exciting history and watch a comprehensive video at www.frakesproductions.com/2010/story-of-
the-elca/
In other news: As of January 7th, 2013, the ELCA Malaria Campaign has reached $5.75 million,
with $3.5 million coming in so far in the 2012 fiscal year. Our synod ranks second in giving with
$241,981.70.
The Lutheran Men in Mission of the Metropolitan Chicago Synod will be hosting a MENistry
gathering on Saturday, February 9, 2013, at Grace Lutheran Church, 200 N. Catherine Ave., La
Grange, IL 60525
During Lent, the synod office will again sponsor Congregation Leadership Training work-
shops. All workshops will be held at the Lutheran Center 8765 W. Higgins Rd., Chicago, IL 60631.
The free workshops being offered are Christian Education/Faith Formation, Mission Planning, Prop-
erty Rental/Real Estate Taxes, Redeeming Congregational Conflict, Evangelism/Faith Stories, and
Stewardship Resources. Online registration for these free workshops is available at
www.mcselca.org/congregation/leadership/lent.php For more information, contact Steve Homberg
at [email protected] or 773-248-0021.
In the previous year, your support of Lutheran World Relief reached 4,975,948 people with
196 projects in 40 countries. Thank you !
Erv Uhlman
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WSM Bible Study
The WSM monthly Bible
Study will meet on Friday,
February 8, 2013 in the
home of Ida Dudleston
( 847-336-5096). The
morning session begins at 10 a.m. and the
evening session begins at 5:30 p.m.
This month we hear from the Apostle Paul as
he writes to the churches in Corinth. Paul
reminds the Corinthians that being called by
God is not something reserved only for a few,
but for all those who are gathered into the
koinonia—community of Christ. They are
saints together with a whole crowd of people,
including you and me and many, many others:
“all those who in every place call on the name
of our Lord Jesus Christ” (1Corinthians 1:2).
Join us as we gather for community with one
another.
Yarns of Compassion Dear Crocheters,
Thank you for the hand-made crochet hats.
Not only do they give me warmth, but they
also remind me of others praying for me.
Both are greatly appreciated as I travel this
journey.
Sincerely,
Linda
Boy Scouts Congratulations to Daniel Nicklas on achieving
his Boy Scout Eagle award. The ceremony took
place at St. Mark's on January 5th. The Eagle
rank is the highest rank a boy can obtain in the
Boy Scouting program. Daniel is a member of
Troop 675 who will now continue in the scout-
ing program as an Assistant Scoutmaster.
Thank You There are no words that could possibly express
my thanks and gratitude for all of the wonderful
get well cards and telephone calls I received
while being on the “sick list”. It means so much
to me as I go through a difficult time.
God Bless You All!
Earleen Constantino
Dear Pr. Koth & St. Mark’s Friends,
We are overwhelmed by the love and support
shown us as we mourn our beloved Virginia.
Your caring has brought us comfort and we are
deeply grateful.
Pastor Blomquist and Family
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There will be two opportunities for worship on Ash Wednesday, Febru-ary 13th. The first will be at 1 p.m. and the second at 7 p.m. The Drama, Music
and Worship ministry sponsors this second service to be held during the day, so that we can better service our members who have difficulty driving at night.
WORSHIP 1 & 7 PM
FEBRUARY 13th
Soup Suppers @ 6:00 p.m.
February 20th—WSM Re-
flection of the Seasons
February 27th—Youth &
Family Ministry Team
March 6th—Drama, Music
& Worship Team
March 13th—Yarns of
Compassion
March 20th—Scouts
Lenten Services @ 7 p.m.
(February 20th—March 20th)
Notice
A Congregational meeting of St.
Mark ’ s Evangelical Lutheran Church
will take place on February 24th im-
mediately after worship. Mark your
calendars now! Please remember to
register your communion attendance
for this year which [along with a rec-
ord of offering] makes you an eligible
voting member. The annual report will
be made available to the congregation
for their review the week prior to the
meeting.
Dear St. Mark’s
Congregation;
On behalf of Kris and I
and our family, we
thank you for the very
generous Christmas
gift. We are privileged
and blessed to serve this congregation.
A Blessed New Year to you all!
Pastor Jeff, Kris, Alexis and Anna.
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St. Mark's Lutheran Church 3350 North Delany Rd.
Waukegan, IL. 60087
Phone 847-623-5135
Fax 847-623-4016
E-mail [email protected]
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St. Mark's Lutheran Church
3350 North Delany Rd.
Waukegan, IL. 60087-1343
RETURN ADDRESS REQUESTED
Serving Us This Month Lectors
Sundays 02/03 Sally Katalinch
02/10 John Meyer
02/17 Genie Durand
02/24 Anne Illi
Lenten Worship 02/13 Erv Uhlman
02/20 Jill Shepherd
02/27 Janet Meyer
Assisting Minister TBD (1st & 3rd Sundays)
Communion Assistant Rich Yocius (2nd & 4th Sundays)
Altar Guild Kris Koth & Marty Gregory
Ushers Al Dudleston & Jonathon Joaquin
Offering Counters
02/03 TBD
02/10 Al Dudleston & Wayne Voss
01/17 Al Dudleston & TBD
02/24 Jensea Chromy & Laura Swanson
Acolyte
Sundays 02/03 Sophia Diaz
02/10 TBD
02/17 Andrew Oye
02/24 Dana Lundtveit
Lenten Worship 02/13 Chantal Brikha
02/20 Evelyn Fontana
02/27 Annika Swanson
Projectionists
Sundays 02/03 Matthew Hopkins
02/10 Cody Ammons
02/17 Matthew Oye
02/24 Claire Lundtveit
Lenten Worship 02/13 Monique Prikha
02/20 Kathryn Kottka
02/27 Magnus Swanson
Sound Technicians
Sundays 02/03 Ryan Hopkins
02/10 Cassidy Smith
02/17 Nichole Truby
02/24 Caitlyn Maennena
Lenten Worship 02/13 Anna Koth
02/20 Nick Fontana & Giovanni Diaz
02/27 Dan Nicklas
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