Page 1 ST. PAUL’S UCC NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2014 103 South Second Street Marthasville, MO 63357 (636) 433-2482 [email protected]www.stpaulsuccmo.org Seeking to Know, Grow In, and Show the Ways of Jesus Letter from the Pastor Dear Friends, It’s been a good October at St. Paul’s. Everyone seems to be happily busy working together for the good of the church. The Soup and Stew Dinner had folks chopping and browning. Another crew was decorating and setting up the craft table. All the while the quilters were busy stitching and finishing their latest work of art. It’s been a joy to see everyone hard at work and play. From Sunday morning to Friday evening it seems there is always something wonderful happening at St. Paul’s. I think helpful and energetic must be typical for you. I can’t think of a time in the life of the church when something has gone undone or has been left unattended. One of the things I want to attend to while I am at St. Paul’s is “listening to you.” I have a lot to learn about your history and expectations of me. I want to listen for your sorrows and regrets, your ideas and hopes. The Council and I are taking a couple of Sundays after worship to have some “Coffee and Conversation.” We are trying to identify some of the needs of the congregation and then hopefully brainstorm ways to address them. At some point we may try to plan a brainstorming session for the congregation. Until then, however, know that my door is always open and I am willing to listen to whatever is on your mind. I have a few notes of thanks. I want to thank the congregation and whoever figured out that October was clergy appreciation month. The bouquet of flowers was absolutely beautiful. I wish you hadn’t gone to the troubl e, but since you did, I want you to know how much I appreciated your thoughtfulness. I also want to thank you for the week you gave me to attend the “Mediation Skills Training” in Kansas City. The training was put on by the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center. “The Center provides unique programs in Christian peacemaking to churches, schools, and community groups.” It was a very intense week of small group discussion, role-playing, information gathering, lecture, and study. I’d like to say I came out of it an expert in mediation, but the truth is, the main thing I learned was how much more I need to learn. Still, the experience was invaluable, and I thank you for making it possible. Looking forward, I can see we are headed toward a wonderfully busy November. There will be a wedding here November 2 between Angela Hardin and Anthony Nadler. November 9 will be a veteran’s appreciation worship. November 10-15 Carl and I will be in Ohio watching grandchildren. Totenfest will be November 23. We have been invited to a Tuesday evening Thanksgiving worship at Charrette Baptist Church. Then Advent begins Sunday, November 30. These are busy times at St. Paul’s—happily so, I pray. In closing I am reminded of some words from Psalm 144.15: “Happy are the people to whom such blessings fall; happy are the people whose God is the Lord.” Many Blessings, Pastor Donna ********************************************** Extra Step for November: PREGNANCY ASSISTANCE CENTER—PAC PAC is a ministry whose primary purpose is to save the lives of unborn babies while also assisting the families with their many other needs - providing vitamins, educational information on child care, anger management, nutrition, etc. PAC works with “Love Basket” if adoption services are required. Be watching the lobby and announcements in the bulletin for further information on how you can make Christmas special for some family or a child this year.
Seeking to Know, Grow In, and Show the Ways of Jesus
Letter from the Pastor
Dear Friends,
It’s been a good October at St. Paul’s. Everyone seems to be happily busy working together for the good of the
church. The Soup and Stew Dinner had folks chopping and browning. Another crew was decorating and setting up the
craft table. All the while the quilters were busy stitching and finishing their latest work of art. It’s been a joy to see
everyone hard at work and play. From Sunday morning to Friday evening it seems there is always something wonderful
happening at St. Paul’s. I think helpful and energetic must be typical for you. I can’t think of a time in the life of the
church when something has gone undone or has been left unattended.
One of the things I want to attend to while I am at St. Paul’s is “listening to you.” I have a lot to learn about your
history and expectations of me. I want to listen for your sorrows and regrets, your ideas and hopes. The Council and I are
taking a couple of Sundays after worship to have some “Coffee and Conversation.” We are trying to identify some of the
needs of the congregation and then hopefully brainstorm ways to address them. At some point we may try to plan a
brainstorming session for the congregation. Until then, however, know that my door is always open and I am willing to
listen to whatever is on your mind.
I have a few notes of thanks. I want to thank the congregation and whoever figured out that October was clergy
appreciation month. The bouquet of flowers was absolutely beautiful. I wish you hadn’t gone to the trouble, but since you
did, I want you to know how much I appreciated your thoughtfulness. I also want to thank you for the week you gave me
to attend the “Mediation Skills Training” in Kansas City. The training was put on by the Lombard Mennonite Peace
Center. “The Center provides unique programs in Christian peacemaking to churches, schools, and community groups.” It
was a very intense week of small group discussion, role-playing, information gathering, lecture, and study. I’d like to say I
came out of it an expert in mediation, but the truth is, the main thing I learned was how much more I need to learn. Still,
the experience was invaluable, and I thank you for making it possible.
Looking forward, I can see we are headed toward a wonderfully busy November. There will be a wedding here
November 2 between Angela Hardin and Anthony Nadler. November 9 will be a veteran’s appreciation worship.
November 10-15 Carl and I will be in Ohio watching grandchildren. Totenfest will be November 23. We have been
invited to a Tuesday evening Thanksgiving worship at Charrette Baptist Church. Then Advent begins Sunday, November
30. These are busy times at St. Paul’s—happily so, I pray. In closing I am reminded of some words from Psalm 144.15:
“Happy are the people to whom such blessings fall; happy are the people whose God is the Lord.”
Many Blessings,
Pastor Donna
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Extra Step for November: PREGNANCY ASSISTANCE CENTER—PAC PAC is a ministry whose primary purpose is to save the lives of unborn babies while also assisting the
families with their many other needs - providing vitamins, educational information on child care, anger
management, nutrition, etc. PAC works with “Love Basket” if adoption services are required. Be
watching the lobby and announcements in the bulletin for further information on how you can make
Christmas special for some family or a child this year.
Sunday School is well underway for the new “school year,” and the students are
having a great time. We will be practicing for the Sunday School Christmas pro-
gram during the last portion of the class time through the end of the year. The
program is scheduled for Sunday, December 21st at 7pm. Mark your calendars
now!! We always welcome new students, so please spread the word!
An adult Sunday School class is planned for the season of Advent. Classes
begin Sunday, Nov. 30th, and run through the Advent season, immediately following
church services, in the parlor. NOTE: The young adult class will meet in the room
behind the organ during Advent.
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CONTENTS
Adult Choir .......................................................... 4 Letter from the Pastor ........................................... 1 Adult Social Connection ...................................... 5 Nursery............................................................. 4, 6 Altar Flowers ....................................................... 4 Photo Frame Ornaments ...................................... 5 Anniversary Books .............................................. 3 Poinsettias ............................................................ 5 Beef Stew & Soup Dinner .................................... 3 Prayer List ............................................................ 8 Birthdays, Anniversaries ...................................... 7 Puzzles............................................................. 7, 8 Buildings & Grounds ..........................................3,6 Quilters ................................................................. 3 Calendar of Events .............................................. 9 Recognition of Veterans ....................................... 3 Cemetery Board .................................................. 3 Services of Worship.............................................. 4 Chicken Dinner .................................................... 5 Staff/Council Members ......................................... 2 Church Committees ............................................. 6 Sunday Morning Fellowship .................................. 3 Church Membership ............................................ 5 Sunday School Ministry .................................... 2, 6 Council Highlights ................................................ 7 Taste of Home Cooking Show .............................. 7 Extra Step ........................................................... 1 Women’s Guild ..................................................... 5 Helping Hands Ministry ........................................ 3 Worship Leaders .................................................. 4 Homebound Church Members ............................. 8 Youth Fellowship .................................................. 5
St. Paul’s UCC Staff
Pastor Donna Kendrick-Phillips ...................................................................................................... Interim Pastor Susan Miesner ([email protected]) ............................................................................................ Secretary Sally Rohe ..................................................................................................................................................... Organist Dana Lange, Amy Lange ................................................................................. Volunteer Projection Technicians Sally & Tony Rohe .................................................................................................................................. Custodians Dana Lange ...................................................................................................................... Youth Fellowship Leader Robbin DeVore .......................................................................................................... Volunteer Newsletter Editor
Church Council
David Lange ......................................................................................... President/Pastoral Relations Committee Wade Swartz ............................................................................... Vice President/Pastoral Relations Committee Robbin DeVore ......................................................................................................................... Recording Secretary Russell Kersten ........................................................................................................................... Financial Secretary Karla Aholt ................................................................................................................................................. Treasurer Amy Lange ......................................................................................................... Missions /Historical Committee Terri Ogle ............................................................................................................. Christian Education Committee Kay Buhr .................................................................................................................. Membership Care Committee Nick Rohe........................................................................................................... Buildings & Grounds Committee
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The missions committee is looking
for someone to lead the
Helping Hands ministry.
Contact Amy Lange with
questions and inquiries.
Quilters are encouraged to join us. All are welcome; participants need not be a member of St. Paul’s to stitch with us. Quilters meet on Mondays 10am-4:30pm and Thursdays 1-4:30pm. Encourage fellow quilters you know to come join us! Also, if anyone wishes to learn to quilt, this would be an excellent opportunity.
Sunday Morning Fellowship A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow the service of worship during Sunday School classes. There is a sign-up sheet in the lobby for those who are able to assist with the coffee, lemonade, and donuts; otherwise, contact Kay Buhr or Cindy Buescher to volunteer. Thank you in advance for your participation.
Beef Stew & Soup Dinner Update
This fund raiser meal was a success. A big thanks to all who helped in any way. We had a lot of handmade crafted items in the country store. This event raised $1054.02 after expenses. The meal was delicious, and we served 103 people. Job well done, Stew & Soup committee!!
Military Photos
During an upcoming service of worship, we would like to honor our veterans. Please
submit military photos to Amy Lange, of members who have served or who
are currently serving, to be scanned for a slide show.
Be sure to mark your photos so they can be
returned.
150th
Anniversary Book… For any items in the book that are incorrect, please email corrections to Cathie Schoppenhorst at [email protected], or call her at 636-359-6175. She is making an index and a correction addendum.
Buildings & Grounds
Committee will post a list of jobs that did not get accomplished on the last workday. If you are able to assist with any of these, please let a Bldgs. & Grounds Committee member know.
October’s cemetery workday revealed a large amount of work still needing to be done. Many of the stones have shifted and are in need of special cleaning. Be watching for future work day announcements.
practices the Thursday evening before the 3rd Sunday;
however, this month the choir will sing on the 5th
Sunday, and will practice on Wednesday, Nov. 26th
immediately following the Thanksgiving Eve service.
Services of Worship
9:30am
Pastor Donna Kendrick-Philips, Interim Pastor
Altar flowers:
October 5: in memory of Delvin Hasenjaeger, who passed away 9 years ago today, by Lulu Hasenjaeger and family October 12: in honor of Sally Rohe’s birthday, by Tony Rohe
**Extra arrangement in recognition of and gratitude to Pastor Donna Kendrick-Philips for Pastor Appreciation month**
October 19: in memory of Arlene DeVore, whose birthday was Oct. 24th, by Tim DeVore October 26: in honor of Teagan Zeh’s birthday, by Steve & Megan Zeh
NOTE: Consider sponsoring the altar flowers in honor or in memory of a loved one, a special date,
or just because… Sign-up sheets for altar flowers are in the hallway. The cost is $13, and you will be billed by Four Seasons Florist.
November 2nd 9th 16th 23th 30th
Usher Team
David Lange (lead) Gene Ahmann Patty Thornton Rhonda Juntti Nell Glosemeyer
Kay Buhr (lead) Ken Painter Harvey Cramer Maurice Mittler
Terri Ogle (lead) Bob & Maggie Barron John & Nancy Presser
Nick Rohe (lead) Tony Rohe Curt Rohe Jacob DeVore
Amy L. (lead) Cathie S. Bo & Karen S.
Acolytes David Lange Kay Buhr Terri Ogle Isaiah DeVore Amy Lange
Readers Marge Jones Karla Aholt Curt Rohe Jacob DeVore Cathie S.
Greeters Rhonda Juntti Marge Jones
Ken Painter Harvey Cramer
Bob & Maggie Barron John & Nancy Presser
Tony Rohe Curt Rohe
Bo & Karen S. Cathy S.
Nursery Carrie Deeker Pat Shacklette Stacie Chapman Rachel R. Terri Ogle
Fellowship Kay Buhr Diane Freese & Marigene Kersten
Kay Buhr
Oct. Worship
Attendance:
9-28-2014-----75
10-5-2014-----87
10-12-2014-----73
10-19-2014-----76
10-26-2014-----75
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A SPECIAL THANKS… To Ann Jenkins
for donating the signs to advertise the Chicken Dinner and for the photos for the picture frame ornaments we are selling through Christmas.
Chicken Dinner Update We served 600 people and raised
$5339.28 after expenses.
We served roughly 150 more
people this year than in the last few years.
Thanks to all who contributed in any way. It
really was a wonderful day.
NOTE OF THANKS… To the Women’s Guild for the purchase of the red paraments for the altar, pulpit, and lectern and for the purchase of the picture frame ornaments we are selling through Christmas.
CHURCH MEMBERSHIP St. Paul’s UCC welcomes new members. Anyone who is interested in joining St. Paul’s
UCC should contact Pastor Donna or the church office.
If anyone knows of someone who has been inadvertently removed from the church
membership list, and would like his/her membership reinstated, PLEASE HAVE THEM
CONTACT A MEMBER OF THE CHURCH COUNCIL to have the membership reinstated.
November Youth Event
Eleven youth attended the October hayride, bonfire, and hotdog roast. The youth seemed to have a
great time, and are looking forward to the next event. A special thanks to all who helped in any way to
make the event possible. November’s event was tentatively planned as a trip to the Rec-Plex in St. Peters,
MO.; however, they are undergoing construction at this time, therefore, another activity will be planned. Be
watching for further details in the lobby and in the bulletin. For more information, call, text, or email Dana.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Dana Lange, Youth Fellowship Leader 636.359.1180 / [email protected]
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Adult Social
Connection We will have a Harvest Dinner on Friday, November 14th at 6:30pm. Turkey and dressing will be provided. Sign-up sheets are in the lobby. Please indicate whether you will bring a vegetable, salad, or dessert to share.
Purchase a poinsettia to decorate the sanctuary for Christmas in honor or in memory of someone. Sign-up sheets will be in the lobby soon. Payment instructions will be noted on the sign-up sheets. You may take your poinsettia home after Christmas.
CHICKEN DINNER
The picture frame ornaments are $7.50 each and make excellent keepsakes for family and friends. See Robbin DeVore to purchase yours today.
Christian Education Committee: Nursery: Jodi Lange – SS Superintendent Coordinator – Pat Shacklette
Terri Ogle – Council Rep 1st Sunday – Carrie Deeker
Cathie Schoppenhorst 2nd Sunday – Pat Shacklette
Cheryl Swartz 3rd Sunday – Stacie Chapman
Megan Zeh 4th Sunday – Rachel Richardson
Katie Thornton 5th Sunday – Terri Ogle
Sunday School Teachers: (Classes will begin Sunday, Sept. 7th) Pre K – Brenda Roloff – Every Other Month Subs – Jodi Lange
Pre K – Katie Thornton – Every Other Month Cheryl Swartz
K - 2nd – Megan Zeh Kylie Rohe
3rd - 5th – Cathie Schoppenhorst
6th - 8th – Suzie Thierbach
Young Adult – (Need Volunteer)
Adult – Rev. Ed Wilson (Advent Season)
Missions Committee: Pastoral Relations Committee: Amy Lange – Council Rep Wade Swartz – Council Rep
Gene Ahmann Diane Freese
Sandy Rohe David Lange
Cathie Schoppenhorst Ann Jenkins
Susie Thierbach Doris Bunge
Membership Care Committee: Buildings and Grounds: Kay Buhr – Council Rep Nick Rohe – Council Rep Cindy Buescher Bob Aholt
Debbie Garbs Jim Buescher
Marge Jones Maurice Mittler
Marigene Kersten Don Buescher
Bev Wohler Bo Sida
Historical Committee: Cemetery Board: Amy Lange – Council Rep Lulu Hasenjaeger
Jenny Buescher Orville Rohe
Ann Jenkins Bob Aholt
Jeanette Stegner Jim Buescher
Cathy Schoppenhorst Bo Sida
Interim Pastor Committee: Search Committee: Karla Aholt – Council Rep Maurice Mittler
Russell Kersten – Council Rep Jim Buescher
Robbin DeVore – Council Rep Sally Rohe
Terri Ogle Patty Thornton
Kay Buhr Susie Thierbach
Maurice Mittler Matt Scheible
Diane Freese Dana Lange
Many, many thanks to all who have stepped forward to fill vacant spots on the
church’s committees! We truly are a very strong church—the information above proves
it. There are still a few places where we need volunteers; these are denoted in red
type. Please contact a member of the church council if you are interested in filling any
of these openings. Again, thank you.
Jesus Loves Me
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TRIVIA QUESTION:
(Answers on pg. 8)
What was another name for Jacob?
Who found baby Moses in the river?
NOVEMBER WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES OF BAPTISM
2nd: Britni Mitchell 2nd: Rob & Thekla Hagenbuch 4th: Hunter Rohe 3rd: Luke Hasenjaeger 3rd: Charlie & Cayci Eichmeyer 8th: Bryce Mayer 4th: James Buescher 7th: Wayne & Saundra Brooks Brayden Mayer 5th: Patsy Berg 11th: Dale & Debbie Verges Kersten Mayer Melanie Briggs 12th: Josh & Britni Mitchell Kennady Mayer 6th: Marvin Engelage 22nd: Tony & Sally Rohe 17th: Timothy Boehlein Brian Lange 24th: Bryan & Cindy Niemeyer Samuel Freese 28th: Otto & Susie Thierbach 7th: Paul Freese 30th: Robert & Karen Dohrer Tim Thornton 10th: Kevin Cordle 11th: Amy Lange Robert Schuster 12th: Loretta Davis Isaac Liesmann 17th: Rueben Eichmeyer 19th: Cindy Buescher Joell Engelage 20th: Abigail Boehlein 21st: Stacie Chapman 22nd: Thekla Hagenbuch 23rd: Brenda Roloff 25th: Mabel Eichmeyer 26th: James Berg Aubrie Cordle 30th: Charles Driemeyer
Congregational Meeting/Council Highlights
Nominations were approved for the following positions: Church Council—Terri Ogle, Rachel Richardson, & Harvey Cramer (We thank Karla Aholt, David Lange, and Terri Ogle for their time
on the council as Karla & David’s terms come to an end and Terri takes a full term)
Cemetery Board—Lulu Hasenjaeger & Maurice Mittler (We thank Orville Rohe as his term ends and Lulu for taking another term)
Search Committee—meeting weekly; working on church profile.
Church finances—Treasurer reports are regularly posted. General fund still has a negative balance; however, we are gaining ground. If anyone wishes to see additional financial reports, contact a council member.
Ways we have strived to save money: We have pre-purchased LP fuel for the winter at a lesser cost. We have purchased different insurance, saving us $5246 per year. Switched to single-fold bulletins (saving $250 per year). Not using parsonage (saves on utility costs) Asked scouts to hold meetings on Tues./Thurs. only (saving utility costs) Looking at additional fund raising opportunities.
Recent Lightning Strike—Electrical/Sound/Projection damage. David L. has been working on fixing these with various techs. Insurance Co. has been notified. Total cost has not yet been determined.
Emmaus Homes’ 5th Anniversary Taste of Home Cooking Show Sat., November 15, 2014
First Christian Church, Washington, MO
Vendor Show: 9am-1pm Cooking Show: 1pm
Taught by Taste of Home Culinary Specialist Karen Davis.
Demonstrations, Lunch, Shopping and Fun!
For tickets go to emmaushokes.org or call 636-534-5210.
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ANSWERs TO
TRIVIA QUESTION: (From pg. 7)
Israel Pharoah’s daughter
PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER
The family of Annie Ward (Ann Sabbert’s mother) who passed away 10/23/14; The family of Walter Hoffman—Walter passed away 10/16/14; Dera Rehmeier— treatment for cancer; Rick Rehmeier—treatment for cancer; Jim Grafrath—fighting bladder cancer; Jerry Hoelscher—fighting liver cancer; Ellen Engelage—ankle surgery; Kevin Brunkhorst (Rev. Bockting’s son-in-law)—at home recovering from severe burns; Margaret Lange—at Cedarcrest recovering from hip surgery; Kenneth Lammers (Jeannette Stegner’s brother)—receiving treatments for cancer; Kenneth Leesman (cousin to the Langes)—mesothelioma; Ron Palitzsch—throat cancer; Norbert Shacklette—back surgery 7/21/14; Ann Jenkins—back surgery 7/15/14; Eldon & Sue Green—health issues; Angela Gray—health issues; Gail DeVore Morris—health issues; Jerome Bunge—diabetes and advanced Parkinson’s; Eleanor Lutz—sciatic nerve pain, heart; John Spires—Parkinson’s.
Those Battling Cancer: Dera Rehmeier, Rick Rehmeier, Jim Grafrath, Jerry Hoelscher, Kenneth Leesman, Ron Palitzsch, Gary Dobsch, Michel Otten, Dawn Borgmann, Mark Jones, Leonard Lutz, Dale Krampe, Tim Palitzsch, Gene Bollinger, Jim Schultz (Celeste Schriefer’s; brother), Jen Laspe (39, cousin to Thornton’s), Ruth (Limbert) Oliver.
Those serving in the Military: Stuart O’Black, Devon Martin, Caleb & Sarah Murphy, Tim Thornton, Chris Noeth, Erin Francis, & others seeking to faithfully serve God & Country!
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Please remember those who are not always able to worship with us at St.
Paul’s UCC. Remember them in prayer, with a visit, card, or a phone call:
Jerome Bunge Orie McCarty Ardath Pritchard 306 E. South St 702 E. Main St. 19689 Valley View Marthasville, MO 63357 Marthasville, MO 63357 Marthasville, MO 63357 (636) 433-2001 (636) 932-4075
Vera Freese Vera Mittler Dee Schuster Cedarcrest NHC Healthcare 700 E. Fifth St., Apt. #103 324 W. Fifth St. 35 Sugar Maple Ln. Washington, MO 63090 Washington, MO 63090 St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 388-1054
Rev. Dale & Helene Krampe Robert Schuster Homestead at Hickory View Cedarcrest 1481 Marbach Dr., Apt. 225 324 W. Fifth St. Washington, MO 63090 Washington, MO 63090 314-974-3784
In recognition of October being Pastor Appreciation month, Pastor Donna was
presented with a flower arrangement and a gift card for her services at St. Paul’s UCC.
Ann Jenkins would like to especially thank the Membership Care Committee for all their assistance and meals they provided after her surgery. Thanks to all for your thoughts and prayers during this time as well.
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St. Paul’s UCC Church Calendar—November 2014
The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song. (Psalm 28:7)
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 TIME CHANGE— “Fall” Back 1 hour
at bedtime
2 Bring A Meal Sunday 9 :30am Worship with Holy Communion 10:30am Morning Fellowship 10:30am Sunday School 10:30am Membership Care Comm. Meet.
3 10-4:30pm Quilters
4 5pm Puppet Team @ CBC 7pm Church Council Meeting
