Page 1 ST. PAUL’S UCC NEWSLETTER JULY 2019 103 South Second Street Marthasville, MO 63357 (636) 433-2482 [email protected]www.stpaulsuccmo.org A Loving Church, Making a Difference in the World Letter from the Pastor Summer is here officially. Travel, ball games, bbq’s and the 4 th of July are all either ongoing or have been finished. We’re getting into the dog days of summer and all of the events are in full swing. People come and go, and it seems like the goings on can fluctuate wildly here. There is a lot of moving pieces over the summer. But we still have people here who make sure the church runs. We still have events and things that go on here throughout the summer. We still have events that need attention and volunteers. Church life continues to move even if we take vacation or have other things that may divide our attention. The upside is we have a lot of people to do that. People who look after the church, people who put in the work producing worship materials, people who set up events so that we have some fun things to do here, and a lot of other volunteers who do a lot that quite frankly goes unnoticed in the church. I’m very grateful for those people. I know that we have people who are more than willing to step up and do work when asked, but there are also a lot of people just quietly doing the little things that keep the church running and the day to day operations going. I truly appreciate the people who do that work. It’s quite a lot, and it takes a lot to keep this going, especially during the leaner times of the year as far as attendance and events. It makes my life a lot easier to know we have people here I can rely on, and if something comes up, I don’t have to worry about what is going to happen. One of the greatest blessings a pastor can have is people who don’t just stand and watch, but who jump into the work. It is wonderful to see and is amazing to know that I just need to ask and that things will get done—not only that, but that the church will keep running smoothly. So, as we go into the leaner time of the year, and we have these periods of time where people are in and out, I want to say thank you. I really appreciate the willingness to work and the dependence that I know I have, especially during these more active times. To everyone who does those little things, know that your work is seen, and is also appreciated. Truly. See you in the pews, Pastor Jeff
Summer is here officially. Travel, ball games, bbq’s and the 4th of July are all either ongoing or have been finished. We’re getting into the dog days of summer and all of the events are in full swing. People come and go, and it seems like the goings on can fluctuate wildly here. There is a lot of moving pieces over the summer. But we still have people here who make sure the church runs. We still have events and things that go on here throughout the summer. We still have events that need attention and volunteers. Church life continues to move even if we take vacation or have other things that may divide our attention. The upside is we have a lot of people to do that. People who look after the church, people who put in the work producing worship materials, people who set up events so that we have some fun things to do here, and a lot of other volunteers who do a lot that quite frankly goes unnoticed in the church. I’m very grateful for those people. I know that we have people who are more than willing to step up and do work when asked, but there are also a lot of people just quietly doing the little things that keep the church running and the day to day operations going. I truly appreciate the people who do that work. It’s quite a lot, and it takes a lot to keep this going, especially during the leaner times of the year as far as attendance and events. It makes my life a lot easier to know we have people here I can rely on, and if something comes up, I don’t have to worry about what is going to happen. One of the greatest blessings a pastor can have is people who don’t just stand and watch, but who jump into the work. It is wonderful to see and is amazing to know that I just need to ask and that things will get done—not only that, but that the church will keep running smoothly. So, as we go into the leaner time of the year, and we have these periods of time where people are in and out, I want to say thank you. I really appreciate the willingness to work and the dependence that I know I have, especially during these more active times. To everyone who does those little things, know that your work is seen, and is also appreciated. Truly. See you in the pews, Pastor Jeff
Any money designated to this will benefit the Emmaus
Homes clients in the Marthasville area.
CONTENTS Adult Choir ............................................................. 5 Parsonage Pledge Sheet .................................... 17 Adult Social Connection ......................................... 9 Pastoral Relations Committee .............................. 5 Altar Flowers .......................................................... 4 Prayer List .......................................................... 15 Birth, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Marriage ................ 6 Puzzles ............................................ 7,12,13,14,15 Calendar of Events ................................................16 Quilters ................................................................. 3 Car Show ........................................................... 9,10 Reception ............................................................. 8 Church Membership ............................................... 4 Services of Worship ............................................. 5 Evangelism ............................................................. 8 Staff/Council Members ......................................... 2 Extra Step .............................................................. 2 Steak Dinner ........................................................ 9 Highway Clean-up .................................................. 5 Sunday Morning Fellowship.................................. 3 Homebound Church Members ...............................15 Thank You ......................................................... 4,8 Letter from The Pastor............................................ 1 Tidbits ................................................... 4,11,13,14 Meals on Wheels ...................................................15 VBS ...................................................................... 8 Men’s Group ........................................................... 3 Women’s Guild ..................................................... 3 Nursery .................................................................. 5 Worship Leaders .................................................. 5
St. Paul’s UCC Staff Pastor Jeff Mueller ................................................................................................................................................ Pastor Robbin DeVore ([email protected]) ................................................................................................. Secretary Sally Rohe .......................................................................................................................................................... Organist Sally & Tony Rohe ....................................................................................................................................... Custodians Debbie Garbs ........................................................................................................................ Volunteer Choir Director Amy Lange, Cathie Schoppenhorst, Gene Ahmann, Sandy Rohe, Cindy Buescher, John Ekstrom, Brenda Daniels, Isaiah DeVore ........................................ Volunteer Projection Technicians Robbin DeVore ................................................................................................................................. Newsletter Editor
Church Council Wade Swartz .................................................................................................................................................... President Nick Lange ................................................................................. Vice President/Buildings & Grounds Committee Cindy Buescher ............................................................................................................................. Recording Secretary Karla Aholt ...................................................................................................................................... Financial Secretary Sandy Rohe ...................................................................................................................................................... Treasurer Don Buescher ............................................................................................................................... Missions Committee Patty Thornton ......................................................................................................... Christian Education Committee Brenda Daniels ...................................................................................... Membership Care Committee/Altar Guild John Ekstrom ........................................................................ Pastoral Relations Committee/Historical Committee
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Quilters
meet on
Mondays.
You don’t have to be a member of
St. Paul’s UCC to stitch with us.
So, invite your quilting friends to join us!
ALL ARE WELCOME! Contact Audrey Meyer at 433-2210 with inquiries.
THE WOMEN’S GUILD Wednesday, July 10, 2019
The Women’s Guild will host a luncheon for the women of St. Paul’s and for
those from other churches in the area. The meal will begin at 12Noon and will
be followed by a program given by David Reed, a 2-time Stage 4 cancer survivor.
Guild members are reminded to bring a large salad (or two medium salads), fruit
dish, or dessert to share. All women of the church are welcome!
Please note the date is a week later than usual due to the 4th of July holiday.
June 2: to the honor and glory of God, by the Women’s Guild. June 9: to the honor and glory of God, by the Women’s Guild. **Extra arrangement in honor of Darrell & Linda Hasenjaeger’s 28th wedding
anniversary on June 8th, by Lulu Hasenjaeger. June 16: in honor of Jacob & Isaiah DeVore’s anniversaries of baptism (June 19th and 20th, respectively), by Ron DeVore. June 23: in memory of Nancy Hilgedick, who joined the Lord on 6/19/14, from her loving family who misses her so. June 30: in memory of Clinton “Dick” Buescher, by family.
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 lobby. The flowers are yours to take with you after the service of worship.
Pastoral care
We’d like to thank Rev. Don Deeker for his pastoral care while Pastor Jeff
was on vacation.
CHURCH MEMBERSHIP
**Anyone who is interested in joining St. Paul’s UCC should contact Pastor Jeff
or the church office.**
Proper Way to hang the United States Flag
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Services of Worship
9:30am
Pastor Jeff Mueller, Resident Pastor
July 7th 14th 21st 28th
Ushers
Don Buescher (lead) Karen Dohrer Phyllis Sontag Jim Buescher Terri Ogle
Nick Lange (lead) Gene Ahmann Maurice Mittler Kay Buhr Ann Jenkins
Patty Thornton. (lead) Russell Kersten Marigene Kersten John Presser Nancy Presser
Nick Lange (lead) Tony Rohe Curt Rohe Robbin DeVore Diane Freese
Acolytes Kersten Mayer Kennady Mayer Jordyn Elder Colsie Lange
Sunday, July 14th (immediately following the service of worship)
Fellowship hall
To commemorate the recent marriage of
Pastor Jeff and Amber Mueller,
meat, drinks, and a sheet cake will be provided.
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NEEDED WORK AT CHURCH The Buildings & Grounds committee wishes to thank all who
helped complete many tasks at the workday in May. However, there are many jobs that were not completed. The list of additional tasks is in the lobby for those who are able to complete any items at his/her leisure. Please remember to mark off any job(s) you complete. And
thank you in advance for your time and participation.
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SAVE THESE DATES!!!
Adult Social Connection will break for the summer and resume again in September.
Attendance at the Concerts in the Park is encouraged
on the 4th Fridays throughout the summer months.
July 26th—“NITTY GRITTY OLD DUDES” Aug. 23RD—“George portz & friends of bluegrass”
sept. 27TH—“RON MEECEY AND THE TWANG MASTERS”
ST. PAUL’S UCC
CAR & BIKE SHOW
Saturday, October 12th Volunteers are needed to form subcommittees for this event in Marthasville, MO.
If you have any interest in entering an automobile or helping with this event, see the sign-up sheets in the lobby or see Pastor Jeff. Registration forms are on the website.
NOTE: Entries are eligible for one special award and Best of Show.
Show Info 636-433-2482 (Day of Show 573-694-2925)
WWW.STPAULSUCCMO.ORG
Classes • Stock pre-1954
• Stock GM-55-74
• Stock Ford 55-74
• Stock Mopar 55-74
• Stock Other-55-74
• Stock 75-2010
• Muscle Car 75-2010
• Street Rod Open Wheel
• Street Rod Closed Wheel
• Custom Car-1949-2009
• New Cars 2010-Present
• Sport Compact
• Mini-Trucks
• Rat Rods
• Motorcycles Pre 1975
• Motorcycles 1976-Curent
• Special Interest
• Special Classes for
Mustangs, Corvettes, and
Street Rods
*St. Paul’s reserves the right to alter, add,
or remove classes to promote competition.
*St. Paul’s assumes no responsibility for
accidents, thefts, or injury.
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USA NATIONAL SYMBLOLS
National Flag: Stars and Stripes The national flag of the United States of America has fifty stars (representing 50 states) on the background of blue and 13 stripes (representing 13 colonies that rebelled against British rule and became the first states of the Union) in red and white. Red stands for hardiness and valor. White symbolizes purity and innocence. Blue represents vigilance, perseverance and justice.
National Bird: Bald Eagle A large brown bird, with a white head and a sharp pointing beak is the Bald eagle. It was adopted as the national bird of the country for its association with the calibers of authority, strength, beauty, long life, and as an apt symbol of governmental power. It is both the national animal and the national bird of the United States. Its high flight in the sky symbolizes the might and power of the nation. It appears on the nation’s emblem.
National Flower: Rose This was declared to be the national flower in a ceremony held at the White House Rose Garden. In 1986, President Ronald Reagan’s signing of a resolution gave it the status officially.
National Tree: Oak In 2004, after the President signed the historic bill passed by the Congress, the Oak tree was officially recognized as the national tree of the United States.
National Emblem: Great Seal of the USA
National Motto: “In God, We Trust” “In God, We Trust” was adopted to be the motto of the U.S. in 1952 by a joint resolution of the Congress. It replaced the common but unofficial motto of ‘E pluribus unum’ (Latin for ‘one out of many’) that is inscribed on the great seal. It appeared on the country’s coins in 1864. The motto was printed on paper currency (one-dollar note) in 1957.
National Sport: Baseball Baseball is known as the national pastime of the U.S. Americans feel it to be a part of their culture. It was the predominant sport played by the young before the game of football was established and became popular. It was in the late 19th century, when baseball came to be recognized as the national sport. GO CARDS!
ACROSS: 1. The sixteenth U.S. President’s first lady. 8. Due to this first lady’s alcohol and opioid addiction, an addiction treatment clinic was opened in her name in 1982. 10. Andrew Jackson was the only U.S. President to have been a prisoner of _____. 11. The first annual White House Easter Egg Roll was held on April 22, 1878, on the south ________. 12. This actor shot President Abraham Lincoln in the Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C. on April 14, 1865. 15. The first U.S. President to live in the White House. 16. William Taft was the first of two U.S. Presidents to be buried in Arlington National Cemetery. Who was the other?
(initials) 17. The ______ dollar bears the face of President John F. Kennedy. 20. The shortest of the U.S. Presidents, at 5 ft. 4 in., and weighing under 100 pounds. (last name) 21. The youngest U.S. President to die in office. (last name) 24. This U.S. President’s photo appears on the twenty dollar bill. (last name) 26. Before Donald Trump, the only U.S. President to have been divorced. (last name) 28. The youngest U.S. President, elected at age 42. (first initial, last name)
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National Monument: Statue of Liberty The formal title of the statue is “Liberty enlightening the world”. It is a gift of friendship given by France in 1886, to commemorate 100 years of independence of the United States. The statue of liberty, located in New York Harbor, depicts the Roman goddess of Freedom. The value of liberty is expressed through the broken chain lying at the feet of the goddess. In one hand she holds a torch, which symbolizes enlightenment. The tablet held in the other hand symbolizes law; it has the date of declaration of independence inscribed on it.
Symbol of Freedom: Liberty Bell The liberty bell is regarded as the international symbol of freedom witnessing the Independence Hall, Philadelphia. It weighs around 2000 pounds and is made of copper and tin. The bell had rung in 1774 to announce the opening of the First Continental Congress, and in 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was signed. The following words inscribed on it give the message of liberty:
“Proclaim liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof…”
ACROSS: (cont.) 29. William McKinley’s photo appears on the _______ hundred dollar bill. 30. The sixteenth U.S. President was often referred to as “Honest ______.” 31. This U.S. President’s photo appears on the fifty dollar bill. 33. The number of U.S. Presidents to have died while in office. 34. There have been six U.S. Presidents with this first name. 35. The photo on the _______ hundred dollar bill was NOT a U.S. President.
DOWN: 1. Where George Washington resided after his presidency. (2 words; 11 letters) 2. First Lady, Claudia Alta Taylor Johnson’s nick name. (two words) 3. First Lady, Helen “Nellie” Taft, is responsible for the planting of these Japanese trees, which adorn the nation’s capital
every Spring. (two words) 4. First African American U.S. President. (last name) 5. This First Lady served as the U.S. Secretary of State, Senator of New York, and ran for President in 2016. (first & middle
initial, last name) 6. The U.S. President to have had the shortest time in office, dying only 32 days after taking office. 7. This U.S. President’s photo appears on the two dollar bill. 9. The oldest U.S. President, elected at age 70. (last name) 13. This U.S. President’s photo appears on the one dollar bill (last name) 14. This coin (U.S. currency) bears the face of Thomas Jefferson. 15. This First Lady was pregnant with her first child during her husband’s presidential campaign and gave birth just weeks
after he won the election. 16. U.S. President John F. Kennedy was also referred to as ________ Kennedy. 17. This U.S. President’s son had two pet alligators, which were occasionally permitted to run loose throughout the White
House. (last name) 18. Franklin D. Roosevelt had triskaidekaphobia, which is the ______ of the number 13. 19. This coin (U.S. currency) bears the face of Franklin D. Roosevelt. 22. George Washington, at various times, wore these—they were made of human teeth, animal teeth, ivory, or even lead,
but never wood. 23. This U.S. President’s photo appears on the ten dollar bill. (last name) 25. This U.S. President was a peanut farmer. (last name) 27. This coin (U.S. currency) bears the face of Abraham Lincoln. 32. Seven U.S. Presidents were born in ______ cabins. (answers on pg.15)
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Although most people only know the first verse, the national anthem actually has four verses. The following is the complete version of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” showing spelling and punctuation from Francis Scott Key's manuscript in the Maryland Historical Society collection.
“The Star-Spangled Banner”
O say can you see, by the dawn's early light, What so proudly we hail'd at the twilight's last gleaming, Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight O'er the ramparts we watch'd were so gallantly streaming? And the rocket's red glare, the bomb bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there, O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
On the shore dimly seen through the mists of the deep Where the foe's haughty host in dread silence reposes, What is that which the breeze, o'er the towering steep, As it fitfully blows, half conceals, half discloses? Now it catches the gleam of the morning's first beam, In full glory reflected now shines in the stream, 'Tis the star-spangled banner - O long may it wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
And where is that band who so vauntingly swore, That the havoc of war and the battle's confusion A home and a Country should leave us no more? Their blood has wash'd out their foul footstep's pollution. No refuge could save the hireling and slave From the terror of flight or the gloom of the grave, And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.
O thus be it ever when freemen shall stand Between their lov'd home and the war's desolation! Blest with vict'ry and peace may the heav'n rescued land Praise the power that hath made and preserv'd us a nation! Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto - "In God is our trust," And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.
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Sudoku Solving Directions: To solve,
place a number into each box so that each row
across, each column down, and each small 9-
box square within the larger diagram (there are
9 of these) will contain every number from 1
through 9. No number can appear more than
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The National Anthem: “The Star-Spangled Banner” Written by Francis Scott Key and composed by John Stafford Smith. He wrote it after the valorous defense of the Fort McHenry by American forces during the British attack of 1814. The Pledge of Allegiance was authored by Francis Bellamy in 1892. These glorify the national pride and mark historical significance of the American dream of independent state.
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PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER Family of Caleb Reidhead (Ruth Howard’s great grandson) who passed away; Glen Strunk (Carrie Buescher Strunk’s father-in-law)—surgery on 7/2; Mary Mittler—surgery for bladder cancer on 6/25; Marge Jones—parathyroid surgery on 6/19; Janet Behringer (friend of the DeVores)—surgery for broken wrist on 6/13; Ron Jones (Shannon Dothage’s father)—diagnosed with cancer; prayer of thanksgiving for the birth of Harrison Luke Rodgers (son of Jake & Jenny Rodgers) on 6/3; Brandon Julius (friend of Jacob DeVore)—20 yr.-old with pacemaker and defibrillator, needing heart transplant; Taylor Dallacosta (friend of Ann Jenkins)—infant born with cystic fibrosis; 4 month-old son of Maura Winkelman (friend of Pastor Jeff’s mother)—brain tumor; 4 yr.-old grandson of Joyce Marek (friend of Diana Garbs Charboneau)—brain tumor; Craig Koon (friend of John Ekstrom)—massive stroke; Mark Jones—health issues; Betty Tameler (Brenda Roloff’s mother)—health issues; Leonard Lutz—health issues.
Those Battling Cancer: Ron Jones, Holly Schneider, Glen Strunk, Isaac Mercer, Bobby Walker, Kenny Engemann, Tom Smith, Caden Leesmann, Kristi Warneke, Paige Babbs, Dana Corver, Ralph Roloff, Ingrid Carney, Michelle Mueller, James Weatherly, Eric Moritz, Donnie Kopmann, Jim Grafrath, Ron Palitzsch, Leonard Lutz, Tim Palitzsch.
Those serving in the Military: Luke Bronstrup, Kolton Harrison, Caleb & Sarah Murphy, & others seeking to faithfully serve God & Country!
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:
Sue Green Helene Krampe
The Arbors at Victorian Manor Grandview Health Care Center
2701 Rabbit Trail Drive 201 Grand Avenue, Room 315
Washington, MO 63090 Washington, MO 63090
—Meals on Wheels— If anyone needs or knows of anyone who needs home-delivered meals from the Warren County Senior Center, please contact the center at 636-456-3379. Volunteers are also needed to deliver meals. _________________________________________________________________________________
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Have a safe and happy fourth of july!!
USA Word Search (from pg.7): “America! America! God shed His grace on thee, and crown
thy good with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea.”
“God bless America, my home sweet home.”
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ACROSS: 1. Mary Todd Lincoln 8. Betty Ford 10. war 11. lawn 12. John Wilkes Booth 15. John Adams 16. JFK 17. half 20. Madison 21. Kennedy
24. Jackson 26. Reagan 28. T. Roosevelt 29. five 30. Abe 31. Ulysses S. Grant 33. eight 34. James 35. one
15. Jackie Kennedy 16. Jack 17. Hoover 18. fear 19. dime 22. dentures 23. Hamilton 25. Carter 27. penny 32. log
DOWN: 1. Mount Vernon 2. Lady Bird 3. Cherry Blossom 4. Obama 5. H.R. Clinton 6. William Harrison 7. Thomas Jefferson 9. Trump 13. Washington 14. nickel 15.
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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 10-4:30pm Quilters
7pm Church Council
2 3
4 5 6
7
Bring A Meal Sunday 9:30am Worship 10:30am AM Fellowship
8 10-4:30pm Quilters
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7pm-8pm Food Pantry @CBC
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12N Women’s Guild Luncheon at St. Paul’s
(presentation by: David Reed, a 2-time
Stage 4 cancer survivor)
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9:30am Worship 10:30am AM Fellowship
RECEPTION
(to follow worship service) for Pastor Jeff & Amber
FELLOWSHIP HALL
15 10-4:30pm Quilters
16 17
NO Adult Choir Practice
18 19 20 11am-12N
Food Pantry @ CBC
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9:30am Worship 10:30am AM Fellowship
22 10-4:30pm Quilters
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7:30pm Concert in the Park
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9:30am Worship 10:30am AM Fellowship
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St. Paul’s UCC Church Calendar—July 2019
“Our fathers’ God, to Thee, Author of liberty, To Thee we sing:
Long may our land be bright with freedom’s holy light; Protect us by
Thy might, Great God, our King! ” (My Country, ‘Tis of Thee)
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33 NIV)
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Pledge Sheet to Remodel Parsonage House
Contractor Bid for Remodeling material & labor Estimate $ 49,500
Cost for 25 new windows $ 4,900
Cost for new heating/air conditioning system $ 14,924
cost of new kitchen cabinets $4,500, plus misc. $ 4,500
Contingency Fund $ 6,176
June 4, 2018 Total Estimated Cost: $ 80,000
Funding for Remodeling House—Direct Gifts Total Pledge
