Faith Lutheran Church 308 2nd St. NW Dodge Center, MN 55927

Times of Worship

Sundays 8:00 am Traditional service 9:00 am Fellowship/education 10:00 am Contemporary service Wednesdays 6:30 pm Worship

Upcoming Activities Sunday, December 4 Celebration for Stewardship for All Seasons at the 8 am and 10 am Wednesday, December 7 Celebration for Stewardship for All Seasons at the 6:30 pm service Sunday, December 18 Intergenerational Christmas Program 9:00 am Christmas Fellowship 10:00 am Wednesday, December 21 WACKY Christmas Program 6:30 pm Saturday, December 24 Christmas worship with communion 3:00 and 5:00 pm Candlelight Christmas worship with communion 10:00 pm Sunday, December 25 Christmas Worship with communion 9:00 am Christmas Fellowship 10:00 am

DECEMBER NEWSLETTER

Team Faith!

As Christmas nears and the end of this year comes to a close, I want to take this moment to thank you personally for your commitment to the ministries of Faith Lutheran Church. Your financial givings and generosity, your faithful service and worship of our God are signs that God is moving and at work among us. Your commitment this past year has helped us together ...grow our ministry to those experiencing food insecurity by gifting over 90 bags of groceries to local families to date. ...grow our Christian education ministry now serving over 140 children grades PreK-12. ...grow our Children Youth and Family Ministry now serving over 35 children through WACKY and engaging our middle school youth as volunteers, engaging youth through our summer campout and Sugar Creek Bible Camp, summer mission trip, cardboard box city (raising over $1000 for Semcac), Feed My Starving Children trip, Thanksgiving week lock-in, to name a few. ...grow our monthly ministry teams where over 181 members of our Faith family have been engaged in service since July.

God has been working and moving among us in so many other ways as well, and for all, we give thanks. May Christmas provide you with an experience and reminder of the beauty and mystery of God’s gift of Jesus Christ to us and to the world. Let us together keep on bringing this Good News to as many people as we can. Together in Jesus’ Name, Pastor Barb

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Monthly Activities

Faith Quilters Tuesdays 9:00 am Wise Guys Men’s Group 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 9:00 am WOW (Women On Wednesday) Wednesdays 9:30 am Just for Fun 2nd and 4th Thursdays 1:00 pm Ruth Circle 12:00 pm 1st Tuesday of the month this month a potluck Deborah Circle 7:00 pm 2nd Tuesday of the month Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group 5:00 pm 2nd and 4th Thursdays

Ministry Teams Worship Assistant Training 9:15 am 4th Sunday of the month

MONTHLY MEETINGS

Faith Staff Meeting: Mondays 10:00 am No Education Leadership Team this month

No CYF Leadership Team this month No Properties Leadership Team this month No Outreach Leadership Team this month Church Council: Sunday, December 18 6:30 pm

MONTHLY STATISTICS attendance Week of….

Sunday 8:00 am

Sunday 10:00 am

Wednesday 6:30 pm

Total

Finance Report to Faith Council for September 2016

General income for month $14,676.82 Building income for month $4,676.00 Dedicated income for month $ 4,985.53 Building expenses for month $5,424.00 Total income for month $19,694.35

General and dedicated expenses $13,635.02

YTD general income $138,270.96 YTD building income $84,960.35 YTD dedicated income $ 35,531.88 YTD building expenses $92,535.99 YTD total general and dedicated income $184,828.04

YTD general and dedicated expenses $151, 489.18

Nov. 2 N/A

Nov. 6 97 82 Nov. 9 274 95

Nov. 13 98 70 Nov. 16 247 79

Nov. 20 86 93 Nov. 23 179 N/A

Nov. 27 72 90 Nov. 30 264 102

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FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH CONGREGATION COUNCIL MEETING November 20, 2016

Call to Order: Jim Jensen called the November 20,2016 meeting of the Faith Lutheran Church Congregation Council to order at 6:30 pm. Pastor Barb led the group in devotion. Acceptance of Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for October was presented by Cory Woxland. Motion by MissyPflaum to accept the Treasurer’s Report, seconded by Russ Koehler. Motion carried. Pastor’s Report: Stewardship for All seasons appeal is in full swing with Celebration Sunday and # of Intent Cards being an-

nounced on December 4th. Our Budget session for the council has been set for Sunday December 11, at 6:00pm. December 18th will be the Intergenerational Christmas Program at 9am. Christmas Eve worship times are 3pm, 5pm, and 10pm with Christmas morning worship at 9am. The position of custodian has been posted and will close on Friday, November 25. Interviews will occur with-

in two weeks of the closing date. Council members whose terms are complete are Jaci Gosse (1 term), Rodney Myer (1 term), Charlott

Wilhelm (2 terms) and Kristyn Maixner (1 term). Kristyn has agreed to run for a second term. Looking to 2017 Pastoral Goal Areas are: Building Fund Education and Appeal, Developing Endowment Fund

and Board, continued Stewardship for All Seasons, and Internship Supervision and formation of Intern Team. Consent Agenda Reports: Motion by Missy Pflaum to approve the Consent Agenda Reports as printed, seconded by Rodney Myer. Discussions as follows: (following discussions, motion passed) Children, Youth and Family (Russ Koehler): Tuesday, November 22nd will be the “Lock in your Faith” lock-in,

20 kids have signed up so far. December 28th will there will be a Feed My Starving Children trip. There will be a Superbowl Sub fundraiser, more details to follow. The deadline for signing up for the mission trip is December 1st.

Properties (Missy Pflaum): The church sign by the parking lot is not working, we have received a bid of $1200 to fix ($1600 to complete the project). They are looking at other options to fix it. The windows in the Sunday school rooms are currently being replaced. Temporary lines have been painted in the parking lots, permanent lines will be done in the spring.

Outreach (Pastor Barb): A small chest freezer has been ordered with money received from a Grant. “Dream for 2017” is to expand the Table of Faith into a program that is offered twice a month city-wide put on by combined churches throughout the city.

Old Business: Stewardship for all Seasons Call-a-Thon will be Monday, Nov 21st at 6:30pm New Business: Harvest Feast update: 457 meals were served. 301 meals served in the dining hall, 139 carry-outs and 17

meals on wheels. The Congregational Annual meeting has been set for January 22, 2017. We will have one worship service

that day at 9am with the annual meeting to follow. There will be fellowship but no Christian education that day. The outgoing council members will serve refreshments during the meeting.

Motion by Charlott Wilhelm, second by Corey Woxland to adjourn the meeting. Motion passed. We closed with the Lord’s Prayer.

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Faith Lutheran Church Christmas Program

You are invited to join the intergenerational choir for the presentation of

“Christmas Memories” on Sunday, December 18 at 9:00 am. We want you and

all the youth to be involved this year. If you’ve never sung in the choir before, this

is the time to become a part of our mass choir that will sing favorite Christmas

songs.

Youth will practice during their education/confirmation classes. Adults can

practice at any of the practices that fit their schedules.

Practices are:

Sunday, Dec. 4, 11 9:10-9:45 am

Wednesday, Dec, 7, 15 5:45-6:20 pm and 7:30-8:00 pm

Saturday, Dec. 17 9:00-10:00 am

Christmas Memories Program

Sunday, December 18 at 9:00 am

Christmas fellowship and goodies at 10:00 am

Saturday, December 24

3:00 pm Christmas Worship

With communion

5:00 pm Christmas Worship

With communion

10:00 pm Candle light service

With communion

Sunday, December 25

9:00 am Christmas Service

10:00 am Christmas Fellowship

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Serving, Learning, Gathering in Jesus Name!

All youth have the opportunity to serve our congregation by bringing the Good News of the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, to the people! What an amazing story to tell! How: Through our Intergenerational Christmas Program When: Sunday, December 18 @ 9am (be at church by 8:40am) Where: Faith Lutheran Church Why: Because God NEEDS YOU!

All youth will be practicing during their education time to make it work for families.

Invite Grandpa and Grandma, invite Uncle Buck and Cousin Itt! Everyone will want to join in this Christmas Celebration!

Special Saturday practice for the whole mass choir on Saturday, December 17 at 9 am

Feed My Starving Children Pack Trip When: Wednesday, December 28 Leave 8 am Return 3 pm

Where: Meet at church to travel to Eagen, MN

Who: Everyone! All ages welcome.

Children under 5 require an adult partner

What: We will pack meals that will be sent to countries where

the blessing of food is not readily available

Why: Because GOD NEEDS YOU!

Bring: $10 to buy your own lunch

Sign-Up: By Sunday, December 25 by

*Texting or Calling Pastor Barb at 507-456-4395

OR

*e-mailing Pastor Barb at barbstreed@gmail.com

OR

*Signing-up on the SERVING BULLETIN BOARD in

the Gathering Area at church.

DRIVERS NEEDED!

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Serving, Learning, Gathering in Jesus Name! CON’T

Christian Education We will continue to meet throughout December learning about God’s story and how we are a part of it. We will also be practicing for the Intergenerational Christmas Program… Yippee ki-yay! Classes in December:

Sunday, December 4 Wednesday, December 7 Sunday, December 11 Wednesday, December 14

Sunday, December 18 (no class, Christmas Program at 9am) Wednesday, December 21 (regular classes)

No Classes: Dec. 25, Dec. 28, Jan. 1

Hey Middle/High Schoolers Join Pastor Barb for our annual: “School’s Out Coffee Time” When: Friday, Dec. 30 9:30 am—whenever Where: Meet at Annadine’s in downtown DC $:You buy your own Why: Because GOD WANTS YOU TO! *Do you have to drink coffee? NO, order what you like!

*Be ready for a round of: BODY, MIND, SOUL!

High Schoolers! Hump Day Donuts

Wednesdays 7:30-8 am 12/7, 12/14, 12/21

THS Library Hugs included!

W.A.C.K.Y.

In December, the WACKY kids will be heading over to the nursing home to sing some carols and share some cheer with the residents and staff. If you have any

questions or do not want your child to go, please feel free to contact me. *Reminder- Bring outdoor gear on Wednesdays because we are going to play

outside everyday that the weather allows us. MARK your calendar for December 21st for the WACKY kids Christmas program

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Stewardship for All Seasons

Love God. Love Others. Serve the World.

Friends,

The words are simple. Thank you. But, they are jam-packed with meaning.

First: You are amazing people of God.

Second: God is working through you.

Third: Your generosity is over-whelming and appreciated.

Forth: You are loved.

Thanks be to God for all who were able to return their Commitment Cards. As our church council meets to discern our budgetary needs for 2017 and to discern God’s call on us through the ministries of our church, your commitment cards are invaluable. It is never too late to return yours if you haven’t had the chance to get it in yet.

To date (November 29) over 80 families have returned their cards. WOW! We will be able to give you a more detailed update in January.

As our church council begins the work of discerning our needs for 2017, we ask for your prayers.

The words are simple, but they are jam-packed with meaning. Thank you.

January/February Women’s Bible Study Uninvited

This six-session video Bible study explores the roots of rejection; the lies we believe as a result; and the truth about who God is, who we are, and what it looks like to live loved.

Filmed in the Holy Land, this study shares the truth of God’s Word to help:

Release the desire to fall apart or control the actions of others by embracing God-honoring ways to process your hurt.

Know how to pray in order to steady your soul and restore your confidence.

Overcome the fears that feed our insecurities.

Stop feeling left out and start believing that “set apart” does not mean “set aside.”

Two Options: Sunday Evenings @ 6pm January 8,15,22,29,Feb 5,12 Monday Evenings @ 7pm January 9,16,23,30,Feb 6,13

Please sign-up for one or the other with Pastor Barb

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Looking for a great Christmas gift?

Did you know you can purchase these different gift

cards at our church and the youth get credit for the

sale? How much percentage do we receive from

each sale? The amount is listed behind each

vender.

*Applebee’s 8% *HyVee 2% *Arby’s 8% *JC Penney’s 5% *Amazon 3% *Kohl’s 4% *Barnes and *Kwik Trip 4% Nobles 9% *Menards 3% *Bath and *Olive Garden 9% *Body Works 13% *Red Lobster 9% *Best Buy 4% *Starbucks 7% *Buffalo Wild *Subway 6% Wings 8% *Shopko 3% *Cabela’s 11% *Target 5% *Caribou Coffee 6% *Texas Roadhouse 8% *Domino’s Pizza 8% *Walmart 2.5% *Great Harvest Bread 6%

Many “Thanks” to all of the

people who came to the

Pantry of Faith Expo this

year!

We had another successful

event and we raised over

$1,200 for the pantry!

Please keep the families who

use our Pantry in your

prayers this Holiday season.

Wednesday Night Meals

December

Dec. 7 Tater Tot

Hotdish

Dec. 14 Tacos

Dec. 21 Spaghetti

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JANUARY Family Ministry Team

Acolyte, usher and communion servers training will be offered on the fourth Sunday of every month at 9:15 am

This is an opportunity to receive training if you have never done these jobs before or to receive a refresher if it has been awhile.

Join Pastor Barb in the sanctuary after service and she will walk you through what you need to know. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the church office.

December Family Ministry Team

Alex and Jennie Johnson Harold and Carolyn Long Roy and Kate Henderson

Brett and Corey Kispert Robert and Angie Cohenour Jacqueline Reynolds

Chad and Katie Andrist Wayne and Ruth McColley Chuck and Deb Johnson

Grant and Barb Erler Randy and Jessica Robinson Quentin and Marian Kleinwort

Amanda Lang Gary and Mary Norstad Mike and Pam Justice

Greg and Darloe Kuball VaLaneTyler Gary and Ann Trelstad

Barry and Peggy Brocker Inger Pearson Shane and Jenny VanBeek

Greg and Alisha Selthun Carl and Morgan Hakomaki-Freyholtz

Check out the Monthly

Ministry Team sign-up

sheets on the “Serve” bulletin

board in the Gathering

Area of our church.

Darren and Melissa Boeck Riley Kispert Jeremy Otterbein

Kate Connor Bryce and Karen Kleinwort Amanda Richter

Kris Dragich Jason and Tina Kozisek Carla Vacura

Sara Huntley Steve and Amanda Kruckeberg Sandy Otterbein

Richard and Cindy Huso Alan Lange Darrel and Deb Roe

Ben Huso Bobby and Misty Langley Rick and Carol Shephard

Sarah Johnson Randy and Nadine Langworthy Brian and Michelle Styndl

Kim Johnson Lorie Meier Del and Jody Steen

Paul and Barb Streed Dale and Kim Urban

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Birthdays and Anniversaries

December Birthdays

1 Mabel Franko

3 Mason Bills, Michekle Hanenberger,

Kileya McChesney

5 Connor Roe

6 Heidi Driscoll

7 Melissa Adams, Jacob Huntley, Claire

Olson, Quinn Short

8 Cayla Ellingson,

11 Blakesly Wolf

14 Claire Gragham, Deb Johnson, Jason

Kozisek

15 Daniel Anderson, Asher Keller, Noah

Kleinwort, Mindy Schaefer

16 Ethan Zill

17 Ava Holmseth,

20 Charlie Asprey, Johnathon Evans, Aubree

Morrow

21 Wayne McColley

22 Samuel Buegler, Devery Denter, Stephen

Knutson, Jim Yanke

23 Dan Blaisdell, Nancy Fernandez, Shaun

Hall, Lisa Wolf, Derek Zill

24 Bryan Collins, Rhylan Peterson

25 Corey Woxland

26 Mackenzie Milner, Carol Mundy, Larry

Mundy, Zowie Short, Chelsie Bergman-

Freerksen

27 Glenn Engelken, Mason Koehler

28 Greta Giesler

30 Niko Mergen

31 Harl Burzlaff

December Anniversaries

3 Clint and Jean Wicks

6 Bryce and Karen Kleinwort

14 Dan and Judy Fredrickson

15 Robert and Bonnie Butler

16 Harl and Carol Burzlaff

26 Steve and Sandy Lee

27 Denny and Patti Midthun

31 Tanner and Cory Porisch

NO TABLE OF FAITH

in December Get ready for a

Bingo Bash in January

Faith Lutheran does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender expression, age,

national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

We Wish You a Merry Christmas

and a Happy New Year!

From your staff here at

Faith Lutheran, we wish

you a Christmas season

filled with the love and the miracle of the

Presence of Christ, and a new year filled with

blessing from our Lord.

Pastor Barb Streed

Jackie Short, Worship Assistant

Carol Johnson, Secretary

Nadine Langworthy, Music Co-ordinator

Rosa Cardenas, WACKY assistant

We will be WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS to Faith Lutheran Church at both worship services on

Sunday, January 15 (8 am or 10 am) and giving them a warm Faith Lutheran welcome at 9 am in

the Fellowship Hall. Join us and introduce yourself to our newest members.

If you are someone who would like to become a member, contact Pastor Barb and/or return the

information form you have been provided.

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December 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

9:30 a

Pastor Barb at

Fairview

10:30 U of M

exercise class

2

6:30p AA

3

4

8a Worship 9a Fellowship

9:10a Program

Practice/Ed. 10a Worship

5

10a Staff

mtg.

6

9a Quilting

9a Wise guys

10:30a U of M

Exercise

7 7:30a THS donuts

9:30a WOW

3:15p WACKY

5:15p Meal

5:45 Ed./Practice 6:30p Worship

7:30p HS BS and

Confirmation/Practice

8

10:30 a U of M

Exercise

1 p Just for Fun

5p Alzheimer’s

caregivers’

support mtg.

9

6:30p AA

10

11

8a Worship

9:10a Program

Practice/Ed.

10a Worship

No Bible Study

12

10a Staff

mtg.

13

9a Quilting

10:30 U of M

exercise

7p Deborah

Circle

14 7:30a THS donuts

9:30a WOW

3:15p WACKY

5:15p Meal

5:45 Ed./Practice 6:30p Worship

7:15p HS BS and

Confirmation/Practice

15

10:30 U of M

exercise class

16 TES Kind-

ness Retreat

6:30p AA

17

9a

Christmas

Program

Practice

6p Wasioja

Christmas

Worship

Service

18

9a Christmas

Program

10a Christmas

Fellowship

6:30p Council

19

10a Staff

mtg.

20

9a Quilting

9a Wiseguys

10:30 U of M

exercise class

.

21

7:30a THS donuts

9:30a WOW

3:15p WACKY

5:15p Meal

5:45p Edcuation 6:30p WACKY

Christmas

program

7:15p HS BS and

Confirmation

22

1 p Just for Fun

23

6:30p AA

24

Christmas

Eve

3p Worship

5p Worship

10p Candle

Light

Service

25

Christmas

Day 9a Christmas

Service

10a Christmas

Fellowship

26

10a Staff

mtg.

27

9a Quilting

10:30 U of M

exercise class

28

9:30a W0W

8a Youth Trip

Feed My Starving

Children

29

9a Youth Coffee

Time with

Pastor Barb

30

6:30p AA

31

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FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH

308 2ND ST NW

PO BOX 358

DODGE CENTER, MN 55927

December 2016

Faith Lutheran Church News PASTOR

Rev. Barbara Streed

barbstreed@gmail.com

Emergencies: 507-456-4395

MINISTRY ASSISTANT

Jackie Short

Jackieshort16@gmail.com

SECRETARY

Carol Johnson

cajohnson@kmtel.com

MUSIC COORDINATOR

Nadine Langworthy

npiano@kmtel.com

Communicate with Faith

www.faithdc.org

faithdcmn@gmail.com

507-374-2174

““Celebrating Faith in Christ by worshipping together

and reaching out in love to all God’s people”