March 2015 crownicle

THE CROWNICLE

1141 Cardinal Street Chaska, MN 55318

952-448-3230 www.crownofglory.org

March 2015

Senior PastorSenior PastorSenior Pastor Matthew BersagelMatthew BersagelMatthew Bersagel

[email protected]@[email protected]

Pastor of Youth & Family MinistryPastor of Youth & Family MinistryPastor of Youth & Family Ministry Reggie KlindworthReggie KlindworthReggie Klindworth


Director of Worship & Music Director of Worship & Music Director of Worship & Music Dennis WallischDennis WallischDennis Wallisch


Director of Children’s MinistryDirector of Children’s MinistryDirector of Children’s Ministry Laura RootLaura RootLaura Root


Director of NurseryDirector of NurseryDirector of Nursery Sarah HennesSarah HennesSarah Hennes


Office AdministratorOffice AdministratorOffice Administrator Carri TumaCarri TumaCarri Tuma


OrganistOrganistOrganist Franco HolderFranco HolderFranco Holder


Financial ManagerFinancial ManagerFinancial Manager Ashley PedersonAshley PedersonAshley Pederson


TreasurerTreasurerTreasurer Jill NelsonJill NelsonJill Nelson


CustodianCustodianCustodian Ross FeldmanRoss FeldmanRoss Feldman


GroundskeeperGroundskeeperGroundskeeper Jerry ThissenJerry ThissenJerry Thissen


CouncilCouncilCouncil PRESIDENTPRESIDENTPRESIDENT Doug SaylesDoug SaylesDoug Sayles

VICE PRESIDENTVICE PRESIDENTVICE PRESIDENT Laura HauckLaura HauckLaura Hauck SECRETARYSECRETARYSECRETARY

Nicole WashburnNicole WashburnNicole Washburn

Jennifer KeenanJennifer KeenanJennifer Keenan Lori TuomalaLori TuomalaLori Tuomala Ted HersheyTed HersheyTed Hershey Bob LindallBob LindallBob Lindall

Lori RobinsonLori RobinsonLori Robinson


Address: 1141 Cardinal Street Chaska, MN 55318

Telephone: 952-448-3230 Fax: 952-448-5049

Website: www.crownofglory.org

Office Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

STAFF “Hear my cry for mercy as I call to you for help, as I lift up my hands toward your Most Holy Place”

Psalm 28:2

Seeking That Most Holy Place Lent is here. It’s fully here. On Ash Wednesday, I received the ashes that were burnt from the palms. They were thick with oil and incense. When I received them I could feel the char on my skin and I was reminded of those words, “From dust you came and to dust you shall return.” What a holy thing this ritual happens to be.

Lent is a particularly interesting time of year for us. We are invited to reflect on the words of scripture and the very covenants that God has made with God’s people. We are reminded, daily, of our brokenness and our failures that subsequently bring us lowly to the cross. It’s here at the base of that old rugged cross that we are left saying the words of the Psalmist…. “Hear my cry for mercy as I call to you for help.”

Lent is here. For some reason I have always been drawn to the elements and season of Lent. It brings me to a different place in my walk with God. Perhaps, it’s because it forces me to slow down and actually consider my life and my faith. Perhaps, it’s because it requires me to take part in my own brokenness, even when I don’t want to admit that brokenness. Perhaps, it’s because it’s the moment I get to be vulnerable and admit that I actually need to have those oily ashes rubbed on my forehead.

Lent is a time to cry. It is a time to lift up your hands toward that Most Holy Place and cry out to God. This is why I secretly enjoy Lent. I don’t have to be strong, I don’t have to be perfect, I don’t have to be upright and true, I don’t have to be anything but what I already am….broken.

Lent affords us the time to admit our brokenness. It beckons us to such a place that is Most Holy. Our Lenten journey is one that allows us to admit that we need to change something, we need to reconcile something, we need to fix something, we need to forgive someone or just simply that we need a savior.

This Lent, allow yourself the opportunity to let the ashes placed on your forehead to really sink in. Let it stain you. Then, let your cries be heard by the one who saves. Go ahead, God is listening. In Christ,

Pastor Reggie Klindworth Youth and Family Ministry Crown of Glory Lutheran Church .

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WORSHIP SCHEDULE SATURDAY 5:30 p.m. Worship/Sunday School

SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Worship/Sunday School

NURSERY The nursery is staffed during Saturday and Sunday worship services. If you are interested in volunteering in the nursery or have questions, please feel free to contact Sarah Hennes.

LIVE STREAMING We now are live streaming our services so you never have to miss worship no matter where you are. Grab your coffee, grab your computer or mobile device and go to www.crownofglory.org and click on the USTREAM icon. Wait for the live feed to load and enjoy! You can even follow Crown of Glory through this service so that every time we broadcast a worship service you will receive an email alert.

EASTER WORSHIP

EASTER WORSHIP—April 5 We will hold 3 services this year on Easter: 8:00, 9:15 and 10:30 a.m. Come hear the Easter message of the resurrection!

CARE MINISTRY WE PRAY FOR… Those in need of healing... Rob Rudrud, Lindsey Conti, Robyn David, Linda Buhr, Tess Lubansky, Thor Swanson, Abby Lecy-Lindall, Shelly Larson, Ben Puzzo, Ryan Hjelmstad, Jodi Anfinrud, Tom Worthley, Karen Carlson, Pastor Karl Nyline, Rifkatu Amos, Jeff Bartz, Sonja Tollefsrud, Ron Glense, Larry McLaughlin, Ivan Clarke, Pastor Dave Garwick, David Miller, Bob Schilz, Robin Martin, Kathy Evert, Richard Anderson and Judy Jurgens. Those serving our country in the military... Bryan Lundquist, Dave Gillett, Duane Cavalier, Arthur Taylor, Brandon Erickson and Kyle Zincke.

PASTORAL NEEDS If you have pastoral needs such as baptisms, hospital visits, marriage preparation, in times of stress, transition or grief or if you want to get involved in the life of the congregation, please contact Pastor Matt or Pastor Reggie.

CARING HANDS This team responds to the special needs of families within our congregation. For more information, contact [email protected].

JOB TRANSITION MINISTRY TEAM If you are currently in need of employment, let us know what type of employment you seek or if you know of a job opportunity. You can visit the Crown of Glory website under Ministries -Job Transition Ministry. You may also contact the church office or Bob Chinnock at [email protected] or 952-443-2506.

FAITH LIFE AT COG FIRST COMMUNION INSTRUCTION First Communion instruction will be held on Sunday, March 15 from 1:30–3:00 p.m. for all ages. We encourage all 4th grade students who have yet to receive the sacrament of Holy Communion to attend this instruction time. Participants will make a clay chalice for their First Communion experience! Please RSVP your attendance to the church office by Wednesday, March 11 in order to prepare supplies for everyone. Please Note: At least ONE parent is expected to attend with their child. Please contact Pastor Reggie Klindworth at 952-448-3230 or by email at [email protected] if you have any questions. BAPTISM ORIENTATION For parents wishing to baptize their child or for anyone who would like to be baptized as a youth or adult. The next Baptism conversation is Sunday, March 8 at 11:15 a.m. Please contact Pastor Matt or Pastor Reggie, if you would like to attend this class. BIBLE STUDY AND FAITH DISCUSSION Sundays from 11:05 a.m.-noon We will examine our faith with guidance from the Bible Let’s see where this leads us Everyone is welcome No homework Drop in whenever you can We need you

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LENTEN ACTIVITIESLENTEN ACTIVITIES

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAMILY LENT SOUP SUPPER!WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAMILY LENT SOUP SUPPER! The cost of supper per person is only $4 or $12 per family! Purchase a punch The cost of supper per person is only $4 or $12 per family! Purchase a punch card in the church office and make getting your meals easy each Wednesday card in the church office and make getting your meals easy each Wednesday night. The Lenten worship Confirmation student Ushers/Greeters and hospitality night. The Lenten worship Confirmation student Ushers/Greeters and hospitality schedule is below. schedule is below.

SIGNSIGN--UP TO MAKE SOUP FOR LENT! UP TO MAKE SOUP FOR LENT! We are still seeking volunteers to make homemade soup to be served each We are still seeking volunteers to make homemade soup to be served each Wednesday evening during Lent. This year, Lent began on Ash Wednesday, Wednesday evening during Lent. This year, Lent began on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2015. We are serving February 18, 2015. We are serving at leastat least two soups each Wednesday evening, two soups each Wednesday evening, so lots of volunteers are welcome! Please signso lots of volunteers are welcome! Please sign--up at the worship center or in the up at the worship center or in the church office for more details.church office for more details.

DAILY LENTEN DEVOTIONS AVAILABLE AT: WWW.LUTHERSEN.EDU/DAILY LENTEN DEVOTIONS AVAILABLE AT: WWW.LUTHERSEN.EDU/LENT/LENT/

HOLY WEEK AT COGHOLY WEEK AT COG Holy Week begins with Passion Weekend, Holy Week begins with Passion Weekend, March 28 & 29March 28 & 29. We witness the . We witness the Lord’s supper and the stripping of the altar on Lord’s supper and the stripping of the altar on Maundy Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 Maundy Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 p.mp.m. and prepare our hearts for the pain and suffering Christ endured on . and prepare our hearts for the pain and suffering Christ endured on Good Friday, April 3Good Friday, April 3. . The Chancel Choir will present Gabriel The Chancel Choir will present Gabriel Faure’s Faure’s Requiem Requiem on this evening at 6:30 p.mon this evening at 6:30 p.m. We recognize this week to be spring break for many schools in the area, but encourage all of . We recognize this week to be spring break for many schools in the area, but encourage all of you to partake in these very special worship services. you to partake in these very special worship services.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRYCHILDREN’S MINISTRY SEEKING SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS & LEADERSSEEKING SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS & LEADERS The Children’s Ministry is still seeking Sunday school teacher/leaders for 2015! We offer coaching and training to help get The Children’s Ministry is still seeking Sunday school teacher/leaders for 2015! We offer coaching and training to help get youyou oriented to a oriented to a classroom setting! Teachers are not expected to teach all year. Sign up for one or more sessions, according to your schedulclassroom setting! Teachers are not expected to teach all year. Sign up for one or more sessions, according to your schedule! e! Those interested Those interested can contact Laura Root, the Director of Children’s Ministry.can contact Laura Root, the Director of Children’s Ministry.

YOUTH MINISTRYYOUTH MINISTRY

NATIONAL YOUTH GATHENATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING!RING! We have 11 senior high youth who have committed to attending the ELCA National Youth Gathering in We have 11 senior high youth who have committed to attending the ELCA National Youth Gathering in Detroit! The Gathering dates are July 14Detroit! The Gathering dates are July 14--20, 2015! There is NO team meeting scheduled for MARCH. Our 20, 2015! There is NO team meeting scheduled for MARCH. Our next team meeting is next team meeting is Tuesday, April 7 starting at 6:00 p.m.Tuesday, April 7 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary. For more in the church sanctuary. For more information, contact Pastor Reggie! information, contact Pastor Reggie!

PAMPERED CHEF FUNDRAISER THANKS! PAMPERED CHEF FUNDRAISER THANKS! Thank you to everyone who purchased items from the Pampered Chef fundraiser. If you ordered items, Thank you to everyone who purchased items from the Pampered Chef fundraiser. If you ordered items, they should be ready to be picked up! You may contact Pastor Reggie to pick them up or check the they should be ready to be picked up! You may contact Pastor Reggie to pick them up or check the Welcome Center for more information.Welcome Center for more information.

CINNAMON ROLL & PIZZA FUNDRAISER! CINNAMON ROLL & PIZZA FUNDRAISER! The senior high youth attending the National Youth Gathering will be hosting a fundraiser on Saturday evenings & Sunday morniThe senior high youth attending the National Youth Gathering will be hosting a fundraiser on Saturday evenings & Sunday morningsngs in Lent. in Lent. Pizza slices will be available on Saturday and Cinnamon rolls and OJ will be available following each worship service on SundPizza slices will be available on Saturday and Cinnamon rolls and OJ will be available following each worship service on Sunday;ay; suggested suggested donation is $1. donation is $1.

CONFIRMATION MINISTRCONFIRMATION MINISTRYY

2015 CONFIRMATION THEME AND SCHEDULE:2015 CONFIRMATION THEME AND SCHEDULE: The theme for Confirmation this year is “Faithfully Keeping God’s Word!” Our theme verse is Proverbs 2:2The theme for Confirmation this year is “Faithfully Keeping God’s Word!” Our theme verse is Proverbs 2:2--3 3 “Keep my commands and live; guard “Keep my commands and live; guard my teachings as the apple of your eye. Bind them to your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart!” my teachings as the apple of your eye. Bind them to your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart!” Our Confirmation curriculum for 2014Our Confirmation curriculum for 2014--2015 includes: Holy Communion, Old Testament Bible Studies and The 10 Commandments!2015 includes: Holy Communion, Old Testament Bible Studies and The 10 Commandments!

2015 MARCH SOUP SUPP2015 MARCH SOUP SUPPER SCHEDULE & SERVERSER SCHEDULE & SERVERS March 4: 6March 4: 6 thth Grade Boys & their families Grade Boys & their families -- Beef StewBeef Stew March 11: 8th Grade Girls & their families March 11: 8th Grade Girls & their families -- Tomato SoupTomato Soup March 18: 8March 18: 8 thth Grade Boys & their families Grade Boys & their families -- Chicken NoodleChicken Noodle March 25: 7th Grade Girls & their families March 25: 7th Grade Girls & their families -- ChiliChili

2015 LENT USHER & GR2015 LENT USHER & GREETER WORSHIP SCHEDULEEETER WORSHIP SCHEDULE March 4: 7March 4: 7 thth Grade GirlsGrade Girls March 11: 7March 11: 7 thth Grade BoysGrade Boys March 18: 6March 18: 6 thth Grade GirlsGrade Girls March 25: 6March 25: 6 thth Grade BoysGrade Boys

CONFIRMATION WORSHIP NOTE REQUIREMENTS: DOUBLE POINTS DURING LENT! Attention Confirmation parents and youth, worship notes are located just outside the sanctuary in the narthex area. All Confirmation students are expected to complete at least 20 worship notes throughout the program year. “Double Points” will be awarded to the “best” worship note responses throughout the season of Lent. If you need to “catch-up” on your worship notes, now is a great time!

REGISTRATION FOR GREEN LAKE CONFIRMATION CAMP BEGINS! Registration for Camp began in February for Confirmation Chrysalis Crew! Confirmation Summer Camp dates are set for Sunday, June 21—Friday, June 26! It is expected that all CoG Confirmation students attend camp at least once prior to 9th grade. Starting this year, ALL 7th grade students will be expected to attend Confirmation Camp. Crown of Glory offers a partial scholarship to help supplement the cost of camp. NOTE: Confirmation students may choose to attend a different camp and still gain the congregational scholarship! Please contact Pastor Reggie for more information regarding student scholarships.

OUTREACH MINISTRY

MONTHLY PLEDGE TO THE BOUNTIFUL BASKET FOOD SHELF March’s goal is to collect 200 cans of fruit. Donations should be placed in the shopping cart in the fellowship area. Thank you for your contributions!

FARE FOR ALL! Crown of Glory will host the next Fare For All event on Thursday, March 26 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. For more information, please contact our site coordinator, Angie Zuelke, at [email protected] or by calling Pastor Reggie at 952-448-323, ext. 102.

LOAVES AND FISHES MARCH 17— 5:00 P.M. Loaves and Fishes serves a meal on the third Tuesday of the month at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 350 Atwood Street S. in Shakopee. Questions? Please contact Jay Whiting at (w) 952-746-6325 or (h) 952-496-0959.

FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD UPDATE Families Moving Forward has worked through a few bumps and has revised its criteria and information collected in their background checks and intake interviews. For details about the new processes, go to http://www.beaconinterfaith.org/host-coordinators. They have also resolved some of their communication issues and have added several new congregations into service. These new congregations are delighted to serve but need more willing souls to host, help with meals and such. Would you partner with someone here to help? The following is a list of host congregations in need of volunteers. March 8-15: at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran in Prior Lake. Sign up online with links at the church website: www.sollc.org. or by contacting Stacy Hakanson at [email protected] or 952.447.1305. Future hosting dates include July 5-12, September 20-27 and November 15-22. March 22-29: at Shepherd of the Hill in Chaska. Sign up by contacting Mary Holtmeier at: [email protected] or 952.657.1105. April 5-12: at Faith Lutheran in Waconia. Sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f45a8ad23a1f58-families6. Future hosting dates include June 29-July 5, Sept. 27-Oct 4. Future sign-up links will be posted in the website newsletter. Contact the church office with questions about staying involved with Families Moving Forward.

FELLOWSHIP & SMALL GROUPS

BOOK CLUB March’s book is: Under the Wide and Starry Sky by Nancy Horan. This is a book club bag from the library; copies of the book are available for check-out in the church office. You are invited to read the book and come for a book discussion on Monday, March 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Crown of Glory Church. Please contact Dianne Larson if you have any questions @ [email protected]. April’s book is: The Good Girl by Mary Kubica May’s book is: Ghost Boy by Martin Pistorius

FAITHFUL KNOTTERS The quilters meet on Monday afternoons from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. We would love to have more people join our group to either sew or tie knots. We have quite a few quilts ready to give to someone in need. For more information, please feel free to contact Barb Meyer at 952-217-5357

FAITHFUL KNITTERS Looking for a small group to join? We are a group that likes to do things with our hands. We knit – crochet – sew – etc. Please join the Faithful Knitters on Tuesday evenings for laughter, conversation, friendship and devotions. Little ones are welcome. (No nursery.) We meet every Tuesday evening from 6:30—8:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Carol Hauck @ [email protected].


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TABLE OF 8 MINISTRY Table of 8 connects members of the church around a meal. Eight people are paired together and given two months to connect, have a meal together, socialize and build connections within our community at Crown of Glory. If you are interested in participating in this fun and relaxed ministry, please contact Megan Gruis at [email protected].

COG CARD CLUB The next card club night is Saturday, March 14 at 7:00 p.m. The COG card club is always welcoming new members. You are welcome to bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Drinks are provided. RSVP to Jill at 952-368-7548 or [email protected].

MEN’S PUB MINISTRY IN MARCH Men’s Pub ministry is a social ministry for all men of our congregation! Invite a friend! Come and enjoy an evening out with friends or make new friends! Of course, all are welcome to attend and non-alcoholic drinks are available! It’s never too late to join! We head to a fun new spot called “New Bohemia” in Golden Valley on Thursday, March 12 starting at 6:30 p.m., located at 8040 Olson Memorial Highway, Golden Valley, MN. Check out their line-up and website at http://www.newbohemiausa.com/contact/ For more information, contact Pastor Reggie.

BUILDING COMMITTEE NEWS

BUILDING EXPANSION VOLUNTEER SURVEY AND PROJECT UPDATE To kick-off the building program, we are surveying the congregation to learn what skills we have available and how people would prefer to help To sign up for specific work, we plan to use a white board in the narthex and “VolunteerSpot” on the internet The 1st of 8 Mission Builders will arrive March 16th and begin preparation work on site

There will be needs for volunteers all Summer and Fall doing a wide variety of tasks Review the survey form on-line or this paper copy and return to the church office Questions or comments on volunteering can be directed to Bob Chinnock

Volunteer Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CM23GDR

SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK & TWITTER Consider joining the Facebook page and add updates about what you are participating in at church or other thoughts on: thanks, prayer requests, etc. Check it out on the COG Facebook page. Look for our group page. You can also follow us on Twitter: @crownofglory41.



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MARCH 2015

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 8:30 Worship//Sunday School 10:00 Worship/Sunday School/Connect to the Word 11:15 Bible Study

2 10:00 Worship Staff 1:00 Faithful Knotters 7:00 Boy Scouts

3 10:00 Staff 6:00 Faithful Knitters

4 5:15 Soup Supper 5:30 Youth Band 6:00 Connect 6:30 Lenten Worship 7:15 Chancel Choir 8:15 Servant Song

5 7:00 CODA

6 7 5:30 Worship





12 6:30 Men’s Pub Ministry 7:00 CODA

13 14 5:30 Worship 7:00 Card Club

15 8:30 Worship//Sunday School 10:00 Worship/Sunday School/Connect to the Word 11:15 Baptism Orientation 11:15 Bible Study 1:30 First Communion Instruction


17 10:00 Staff 5:00 Loaves & Fishes 6:00 Faithful Knitters

18 5:15 Soup Supper 5:30 Youth Band 6:00 Connect 6:30 Lenten Worship 7:30 Chancel Choir

19 5:30 Lutheran Women Gone Wild 7:00 CODA

20

21 5:30 Worship





26 4:00 Fare For All 7:00 CODA

27 7:00 P.P.W

28 5:30 Worship


30 10:00 Worship Staff 1:00 Faithful Knotters 6:30 Book Club 7:00 Boy Scouts


1141 Cardinal Street Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-3230 www.crownofglory.org

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