1803 Hwy 1431 W Marble Falls, TX 78654 830 693-2253 [email protected]www.stpetersmablefalls.org Got Socks?, VBS, & Semi-Annual Meeting Pg. 1 Pastors & Pentecost Picnic in the Park Pg. 2 Parish News Pg. 3 Reformation 500 Pg. 4 Worship Themes & Bible Studies Pg. 5 Ladies News & Calendar Pg. 6 Calendar, Schedules, & Birthdays Inserts School News & Semi-Annual Meeting Pg. 7 Youtherans & SPLAT Life Pg. 8 Church, Community, and the World Pg. 9 Financial/Attendance & Green Team Pg. 10 Church Business Pg. 11 A Look Inside: Together, BOLDLY BOLDLY BOLDLY BOLDLY living and sharing God’s grace with all. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church July 2017 Newsletter Reformation 500 July Project Got Socks? St. Peter’s is, once again, partnering with other local congregations and service organizations to get Highland Lakes kids ready to go back to school. We are responsible for collecting socks for kids ages 4-18. Help us by bringing new socks or monetary donations marked “Back to School Blast” by Sunday, August 5th. Watch the bulletin board in the Narthex to track our progress. See page 4 for more information. Semi-Annual Congregational Neeting July 30th at 10:15 See page 7 for more information VBS 2017 Hero Central: Discover Your Strength in God! VBS 2017
Together, BOLDLYBOLDLYBOLDLYBOLDLY living and sharing God’s grace with all.
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
July 2017 Newsletter
Reformation 500 July Project
Got Socks? St. Peter’s is, once again, partnering with other local
congregations and service organizations to get Highland Lakes kids ready to go back to school. We are responsible for
collecting socks for kids ages 4-18. Help us by bringing new socks or monetary donations marked “Back to School Blast” by Sunday, August 5th. Watch the bulletin board in the Narthex to
track our progress. See page 4 for more information.
Semi-Annual Congregational Neeting July 30th at 10:15
See page 7 for more information
VBS 2017 Hero Central: Discover Your Strength in God!
VBS
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A Word from the Pastor
The Bible: Tool or Accessory…
At St. Peter’s, our council members take turns leading a devotional before each council meet. In June, the devotional was about Bible reading. Some stats were shared: 91% of households in the U.S. own at least one Bible, the typical household has three Bibles, on a typical week 38% of adults in the U.S. read the Bible in some form. The leader of the devotional noted most Bibles out there gather dust rather than readers. Why does something so central to us being disciples gather dust?
Maybe the Bible is intimidating, because it looks so big. Remember that it is a collection of books, that is what “Bible” means. You don’t have to start at Genesis 1:1. Pick anyplace and dive in…maybe in one of the gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, or John.
Maybe the Bible sounds boring. Yet, read about Peter fishing naked and then seeing the resurrected Jesus on the beach (John 21). Read about a frustrated donkey speaking to a man named Balaam (Number 22:22-35). Read about how God lovingly created and knows us all (Psalm 139). Read about the guy who fell asleep to Paul’s sermon (Acts 20:7-12). Read about anything Jesus does in the four gospels. Whatever he does has a way of blowing your socks off.
Maybe the Bible is hard to read. Many people today still stand by the King James Version (KJV) from 1611, but it is hard to follow all those “thy’s” and thou’s.” Maybe you should try the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), a solid and textually accurate translation…good for Bible study. Or, for a more devotion reading of the Bible, try The Message, a powerfully rich paraphrase translation. For something in-between (and my current go-to), try the Common English Bible (CEB), a nice middle ground between the The Message and the NRSV. There are many translations. Find the one that fits you!
As a woodworker, my central tool is my tape measure. As disciples of Jesus, our central tool is the Bible, to open and put along side our lives…to see how God is present in our world…to know how much God
loves us…to hear how God is calling us to BOLDLYBOLDLYBOLDLYBOLDLY live and share God’s grace with all.live and share God’s grace with all.live and share God’s grace with all.live and share God’s grace with all. The Bible points us to God, who dusts us off with new life day after day.
Peace, Pastor V
Pentecost Picnic in the Park
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Parish News
Bill & Jo Manno in the loss their grandson, Colt Bushrow
Kimberly Sandman in the loss of her stepmother, Jeri Adams
In Our
Prayers Linda Williams Nik Schappe Jake Boyd Violent Boyd Jolene Williams Jerry Braeutigam Marissa Belcher
Vince Wesch Don Wilde Jan Wilde Mary Posey Harold Brueckner Elna Wendler Chris Grazier Mary Langehennig Shirley Waters Bobby Norred
Karen Holbrook Jayne Schoonmaker Peggy Harris Bob Ward Marta Hurst Art Heath Melinda Savage Mike Savage Chuck Martin Leslie Vance
Gene Zeller Betty Zeller Terry Young Dale Rosedahl Rick Barr John Ritz Phyllis Patterson Lee Kirkpatrick Carolyn Danford Harry Wendt
Marnie Casteñeda Brooke Guthrie Paul Harris Linda Laird Greg Butler
Thank you to St. Peter’s
Thank you for the lovely quilt that I have been gifted. I am very excited to bring it with me as I leave for college. I know that so may hours and effort were put into building the quilt, which makes it so much more special. I am very grateful! Thank you, Morgan Hagood
Dear Pastor Casey and Pastor Vanicek, Thank you so much for the love and support you have given us students throughout our years in Marble Falls. With your help, I have been shaped into the person I am today, and I proudly show it with the charm given to me displayed across my neck. Thank you for always providing support and sharing God’s grace. I am hopeful for the years to come and will continue sharing the word as you have taught me how to do Thank you, Morgan Hagood
Dear Ones at St. Peter’s Lutheran, What a wonderful gift for Leslie as he struggles to get well! Your work, your prayers and your talents are so appreciated. The quilt is beautiful & everyone who sees it admires your work. We love it too. Thank you for your prayers and your gift of joy! Love Leslie & Milta Vance (Kathy Noble’s family)
To Allison Wurfel and Kathy Nobles for their help in the Church officer during the month of June.
A big thank you to all for your help, prayers, and support of our VBS. Thank you to all who gave of your time and talents by helping when and where it was needed. Thank you for the generous monetary, snack, and craft donations. And lastly, thank you for your support in funds for our VBS Service Project “Blessings in a Backpack”. 109 Food items and $149.70 will go to benefit this cause. And 96 Pairs of shoes will benefit Salud y Paz & Soles 4 Soles.
To Susan Bushart for the beautiful lap quilts that she once again donated for St. Peter’s Ministry. They will be a great blessing for someone in need.
To Carol Moquist for embroidering baptismal cloths.
Prayer of Thanksgiving for the marriage of Derek Boyd and Kacie Yantis
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Reformation 500
REFORMATION 500 PROJECT
October 31, 2017 will mark the 500thanniversary of when Martin Luther posted his 95 theses on the
door of the Wittenberg Church, beginning what we now refer to as the Reformation.
We at St. Peter’s, along with Lutherans and other Protestants worldwide, will not only celebrate this
signi(icant event, but useitasanopportunitytoseekourownreformation. The Reformation is not
just something that happened in 1517 and revolutionized Christian theology, it continues today.
During 2017 we will emphasize outreach within our congregation, our community and our world.
What do we need to change in our church and within ourselves? How can we be better disciples?
Assisting Pastor Casey and Pastor Vanicek in this planning are the Evangelism, Social Outreach, and
Stewardship Teams. We welcome your input and will provide an opportunity for you to post your
Thanks to you, we are getting close to our goal of collecting 500 Thanks to you, we are getting close to our goal of collecting 500 Thanks to you, we are getting close to our goal of collecting 500 Thanks to you, we are getting close to our goal of collecting 500 household items for Open Door Recovery House. Keep those items coming! household items for Open Door Recovery House. Keep those items coming! household items for Open Door Recovery House. Keep those items coming! household items for Open Door Recovery House. Keep those items coming!
Reformation 500 June Project Almost Complete
302 of 500 item goal
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Worship Themes & Bible Studies
The Theme of “I Love to Tell the Story”“I Love to Tell the Story”“I Love to Tell the Story”“I Love to Tell the Story” began Sunday, August 28th 2016
Many of us know and love to sing this song. But is it true? Do you love to tell the story of God’s love that we hear in the Bible? Do you love to tell the story of Jesus’ saving grace that we hear in the Bible? Many of us struggle with feeling confident enough with the Biblical story to share it with others as God calls us to do. This is why the Worship & Music Team, Ministry Staff, and Congregation Council have decided to continue the changes we made to our lectionary cycle away from the Revised Common Lectionary (RCL). This Fall we will continue with the Narrative Lectionary. We hope that you will fall in love with this story, connect it with your story of faith, and share it with someone who needs to hear the Good News. Here is a glimpse of how the story will unfold this summer:
Debaters of the Lost Ark: The Ten CommandmentsDebaters of the Lost Ark: The Ten CommandmentsDebaters of the Lost Ark: The Ten CommandmentsDebaters of the Lost Ark: The Ten Commandments June 18th – July 9th We spend 4 weeks delving into and debating the purpose of the 10 Commandments for modern-day Christians. The first week provides the theological and narrative context for the law. The second week is devoted to the first table of the Decalogue -- those laws that govern our relationship with God. The third week is devoted to the majority of the second table of the law, those laws that govern our relationships with each other. And the fourth week is devoted solely to the coveting commandments. As we continue under the theme “I Love to Tell the Story” we’ll explore and debate why the Mount Sinai story and the commandments themselves are stories we can love to tell.
Growing Generosity: Faithful StewardshipGrowing Generosity: Faithful StewardshipGrowing Generosity: Faithful StewardshipGrowing Generosity: Faithful Stewardship July 16th – 30th We spend 3 weeks steeped in stewardship. Through the story of the Rich Man (Mark 10:17-31), Jesus’ advice to “store up treasure in heaven” (Matthew 6:19-34), and the parable of the Rich Man & His Barns (Luke 12:13-34) we explore how faithful discipleship includes growing in generosity and why. As we continue under the theme “I Love to Tell the Story” we’ll explore how our generosity helps us tell the story of good news.
M���’ S��� B��� S ���: Meets five Wednesdays during the summer. See below for more information.
M�’� BYOB��� S ���: All men are invited. We meet the third Monday of the month at 7:00pm at Double
Horn Brewing Company. The next meeting will be July 17th.
Prayer Shawl Ministry: Meets the third Tuesday of the month at 3:00pm in Room 212. The next meeting will be
on August 15th.
W��� �+ S . P ’� B��� S ����: Meets the third Thursday of the month. During the summer Women of
St. Peter’s will meet in Room 215 at 12:30pm. Next study will be July 20th. Please feel free to bring a sack lunch.
The Bible study is taken from the Gather magazine, which can be found on the current publication table in the
narthex.
F3� 4, S6���, 3�� J�� �7: Toward a Social Statement of the ELCA
The 2009 ELCA Churchwide Assembly approved the process to create a social statement regarding women and
justice in church and society to be brought to the 2019 Churchwide Assembly for a vote. As with each social
statement of the ELCA, the church wants YOUR input. Join us Thursdays weekly at 2:00pm in Room 212. All
input will be shared with the ELCA by the August 31st deadline. For more information contact Elizabeth Knebel
or Lila Collins.
Moms’ Summer Book StudyMoms’ Summer Book StudyMoms’ Summer Book StudyMoms’ Summer Book Study
When? July 12 and 26, August 16
Time? 9:30am
Where? In the backyard of the SPLAT house.
Other info: All are welcome– including children!
Ques,ons? Text Lindsay 512-587-6807 or Anna 325-423-4701
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Ladies News Ladies Calendar
Thursday, July 6th, 2:00pm - Women’s Justice Group Meets Wednesday, July 12th, 9:30am - Moms’ Summer Book Study (see page 5 for more details) Thursday, July 13th, 2:00pm - Women’s Justice Group Meets Tuesday, July 18th, 9:00am - Snip-Its (see below for more information) Thursday, July 20th, 12:30pm - Women of St. Peter’s Bible Study meets at Church Thursday, July 20th, 2:00pm - Women’s Justice Group Meets Monday, July 24th, 6:00pm - Gals’ Night In Wednesday, July 26th, 9:30am - Moms’ Summer Book Study (see page 5 for more details) Thursday, July 27th, 2:00pm - Women’s Justice Group Meets
Snip-its
Please join us on July 18th, at 9am. Do you have a sewing machine at home collecting dust? Or, maybe you just need a change of pace with a quick, easy project. We’re in need of “at home sewing.” You can choose to sew squares together, bind quilts to produce a finished project, or both. Anything you can do would be a great help. For more information, contact Judy Martin at 830-598-4249.
Can you crochet or knit?
If so, then, we need your gifts for St. Peter’s Prayer Shawl MinistrySt. Peter’s Prayer Shawl MinistrySt. Peter’s Prayer Shawl MinistrySt. Peter’s Prayer Shawl Ministry. We won’t meet in July, but come meet with us on August 15th for exciting updates on our ministry.
Need yarn? Stop by the Church office and we will set you up.
For more information contact Carol Moquist at [email protected] or 281-216-9344.
St. Peter's Book Club will meet next on September 11th. The next book to study is yet to be determined.
Watch for a request for suggestions and the next book.
Mark your calendar and watch for more informa�on soon!
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St. PeterSt. PeterSt. PeterSt. Peter’s Lutheran Schools Lutheran Schools Lutheran Schools Lutheran School St. Peter's Lutheran School is looking forward to the new school
year! We have full classes and lots of new & fun ideas! We are
excited to open an additional PreK classroom this fall! Our
classes are currently full with the exception of 2 openings in
Kindergarten!
We just completed our yearly training for all of the teachers, and we are thrilled to say that
we did it for FREE again this year! We once again HOSTED the 3rd Annual Serve With
Love Continuing Education Conference for local preschools and daycares. The conference was
held over the course of three days and provided educators required continuing education
hours - we were able to serve over 25 teachers. We want to THANK our wonderful presenters
who volunteered their service: Jeff Gasaway, Leslie Baty, CeCe Pacini, Erin Givarz, Becca
Schafer, Pastor Vanicek, Pastor Casey, Tracy Knight, Elaine Gomez, Iibine Ogbana, Jenni
Allyson Black, Stacy Houy, Vaughn Hamilton, and Jon Weems. We also want to THANK some
fabulous ladies within our congregation and school for providing cookies & waters for the
attendees: Mayrean McDonough, Martha Lind, Beverly Dean, and Emily Copeland. Finally a
big THANK YOU to Marietta Williams for her support and assistance!
The school continues to strive to be a ministry to families and the community! We thank our
congregation for supporting us in that mission!
Tracy Knight, St. Peter’s School Director
SchoolSchoolSchoolSchool NEWs
Join us on July 30th, at 10:15am for our Semi-Annual Congregational Neeting. We will have one worship service at 9:00am.
Enjoy a Coffee Bar with Donuts & Kolache then come to the meeting for updates on St. Peter’s mission, ministry, financials, worship, & more.
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St. Peter’s Lutheran Active Teens Gathering Schedule SPLAT Sunday School: 9:30 am Sunday Mornings Meet across the street at “the SPLAT House.” Coach Orton, Pastor Vanicek, Allyson Black, and Aaron Pyle lead the discussion, activity, or game for the day. Allyson will provide an amazing homemade breakfast.
Check your weekly SPLAT+family email for any special details for the month. Let Coach Orton know if you are not receiving this weekly email.
July 2, at 9:30 - Meet at the SPLAT house (all incoming high school students) with Coach Orton
July 8 to July 15 - Senior High @ RTLC
July 9 - No Sunday School (@ RTLC)
July 16 - No Sunday School (@ RTLC)
July 17 - Senior High Lake Party at Lloyd and Arlene Koester’s house
July 23, at 9:30 - Meet at the SPLAT house (all incoming high school students) with Coach Orton
July 30, at 9:30 - Meet at the SPLAT house (all incoming high school students) with Coach Orton
SPLAT Life
Youtherans Summer of Service ~ July
Youth of all ages will be invited to participate in service projects benefiting our Marble Falls
Watch for Sign-up. Space will be limited to the first 8-10 students.
♦ Bring your machine if you have one (not required though to attend). Other machines will be available.
♦ Students will learn the basics of sewing.
♦ Sign up for one or all classes
♦ $5-10 donation (optional) to help cover supplies.
Jr. High youth, headed to Rainbow Trail Luther Camp in Colorado
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Church, community, and The World
Meals on Wheels Cookie Project
Each month we will need . . .
17 dozen cookies by the Friday before the 3rd Saturday of the month (July 14th)
You can bring the cookies throughout the month, and put them in
the kitchen freezer marked
"Meals on Wheels."
The Helping Center needs your help! Let’s fill the basket!!
Please bring non-perishable and canned foods to the church throughout the month and leave in the grocery basket located in the Narthex. The last Sunday of each month (July 30th) they will be collected and delivered
to the Helping Center for distribution.
Retiree Round Up
St. Peter’s Retiree Round Up will meet Thursday, July 27, 2017, at 11:30am, in the Fellowship Hall
Speakers: Millie Baumann and Ray Bronk
Millie Baumann, age 90, will bring her book, Abandoned! The World War II Ordeal of an American Child Living and Surviving from 1928 to 1946 in Hitler's Nazi Germany. Ms. Baumann was born in the United States but at a very young age sent by ship to Germany to live with her grandparents. There she experienced the trauma of World War II under Nazi rule and the chaos after the war. She returned to the US as an adult and, by chance, found a pen-pal with similar experiences. Their letters have been compiled into a book that tells her story. Ray Bronk is editor and compiler of Millie's book and helps with her presentation.
We invite anyone interested, of any age, to attend.
Books will be available for purchase for $20, and Millie will be glad to autograph your copy.
A salad bar buffet lunch will follow the program. Bring a salad ingredient or a dessert to share.
Please RSVP by Sunday, July 23, by signing the attendance sheet in the narthex or by contacting Betty Matejowsky. Feel free to invite a friend.
Attention singers! Have you noticed that hymns can be hard to sing if the choir is not there to lead the singing? Contact Pat Erickson or Janette Clausen if you would be able to help with leadership of hymn singing at the worship time there is no choir. This would not be a commitment for every Sunday, but will be a small group of rotating singers.
Ministry Opportunity at Arbor House
Beginning in March, St. Peter’s has the privilege of providing worship the second Sunday of each month at Arbor House, an assisted living facility in Marble Falls. In March, Nick Bohmann led the worship with members of the choir helping with singing, greeting the residents and being a part of the “congregation” at Arbor House. In April, the worship was on Palm Sunday. Greg Murrell lead worship assisted by Emily and Riley who handed out palms and song sheets, with a few other members from St. Peter’s providing help in singing and fellowship. This worship will be 11:00, on the 2nd Sunday of each month. If this is something you would enjoy being a part of, just show up at Arbor House! Or call Janette Clausen at 830.596.2939.
We want you in worship!We want you in worship!We want you in worship!We want you in worship! Why? - Because “from the very beginning of the church… the life
of the community of faith has revolved around the regular
gathering of believers for worship, common prayer, and ea�ng
bread and drinking wine in remembrance of the one in whose
name they gathered. Worship is the linchpinWorship is the linchpinWorship is the linchpinWorship is the linchpin of a discipleship
church… To absent oneself from worship is akin to a hungry person To absent oneself from worship is akin to a hungry person To absent oneself from worship is akin to a hungry person To absent oneself from worship is akin to a hungry person
turning away from a free mealturning away from a free mealturning away from a free mealturning away from a free meal… Worship is both the culmina�on of
discipleship & the matrix from which discipleship is formed” (Power
Surge: Six Marks of Discipleship for a Changing Church).
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An excellent reminder for us to do our part in keeping the earth green was seen in this sign
at Quinta Mazatlan, a historical Adobe mansion and nature and birding center located in McAllen, Texas.
Another way to recycle is to repurpose plastic bottles as was demonstrated and practiced at Sunday School June
11th, special thanks to Betty Matejowsky and Marietta Williams for leading the session.
St. Peter’s Energy Usage (Main building + SPLAT house): June 8,584 kWh, $580
YTD - 38,473 kWh, $3,326
Green Team
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St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Council Meeting Tuesday, May 16, 2017
The Council meeting was called to order at 6:06 by Dale Moquist following a devotion led by Janette Clausen on Weekly Worship from Power Surge. Worship is a verb – something we do, not a place we go.
Present: Dale Moquist, Dave Leighton, Pastor Casey, Craig Orton, Pastor Vanicek, Joan Leake, Janette Clausen, Chuck Wettstein, Kelly Martin, Kathy Nobles, Kimberly Sandman
Motion to approve consent agenda by Joan, seconded by Kelly. Passed unanimously.
There was some discussion by the Council as to the revision and updating of the church Bylaws. That process will begin in October or November.
The Church Sexton position is still open. Property committee will continue to resolve other issues related to the church sexton responsibilities.
Discussion and reception of goals from the committees: Worship, Congregational Care, Social Outreach, Stewardship, Faith Formation.
An update was received on the Facilities Planning Team with potential timelines for future events related to the facility improvements.
Council goals are available on the church website, along with Dale’s presentation.
Financial report from Dave: Attendance is up. Giving is still low, but due to the generosity of a few members, the bottom line is good. We are entering summer which traditionally brings months of low giving due to the variety of summer schedules. We are all encouraged to keep up our regular contributions.
Pastor Casey’s report: Many good things are happening, including Easter and the choir cantata, with Pentecost coming on June 4. A New Members Class is being held on May 21st with those attending joining in the next few weeks.
Pastor Vanicek’s report: He reported the confirmation class had 10 confirmands. He has been working on transitioning some of the youth work to Craig.
Craig Orton presented his thoughts and ideas about work with the youth.
Cindy Struchen’s report: Bible presentations on May 14th for the Walk Through the Bible Class. VBS plans are underway and registration is open. Cross+Generational Summer Sunday School is planned for June & July.
Full Staff and committee reports are available in the Church Office for review.
To continue in our quest to be a visioning Council, members should submit ideas to Dale for discussions at future Council meetings.
Received report from Pastor Vanicek and Dale on the Synod Assembly. Dale will give a Temple Talk and a bulletin insert with an overview will be shared on May 21st.
Motion to approve purchase of upgrade of Servant Keeper to version 8 Cloud at a cost of $249 for the upgrade and $49.99 per month. Motion comes from Congregational Care Committee. Second by Chuck Wettstein. Passed unanimously.
Email vote taken prior to the May meeting: The proposal is to use $2500 from the BIF fund to pay for the architectural design. The total cost will be
$12,000 but we already have $9500 in gifts approved for this use. Dave says BIF is financial strong and can do this. This was approved unanimously.
Meeting was closed with Moments of Gratitude and the Lord’s Prayer.
Respectfully submitted, Janette Clausen
Church Business
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SPLC DIRECTORY Senior Pastor Rev. Danielle Moore Casey 830-693-2253 [email protected]
COUNCIL MEMBERS Janette Clausen, Secretary Bryan Hicks Rod Holley Joan Leake Dave Leighton, Treasurer Kelly Martin Dale Moquist, President Kathy Nobles Kimberly Sandman Chuck Wettstein, Vice President
COMMITTEE & TEAM LEADERS
Advisory Chuck Wettstein, Council Liaison Steve Reitz, Team Leader
Congregational Care Kelly Martin, Council Liaison Carol Leighton, Team Leader
Endowment Dale Moquist, Council Liaison Dave Leighton, Team Leader
Faith Formation Kimberly Sandman, Council Liaison
Fellowship Joan Leake, Council Liaison Julie Causgrove, Team Leader
Property Bryan Hicks, Council Liaison Steve Reitz, Team Leader
Social Outreach Kathy Nobles, Council Liaison Greg Murrell, Team Leader
Stewardship Rod Holley, Council Liaison Vonda Orton, Team Leader
Worship/Music Janette Clausen, Council Liaison Elizabeth Knebel, Team Leader Jan Wilde, Worship Leader Coordinator
Sabbatical Team Jerry Bostick Trey Brown Elizabeth Knebel Jennifer Virdell Pastor Vanicek
Member Care Team Nick Bohmann Elizabeth Knebel Dale Moquist Jan Starkey Cindy Struchen
Facility Planning Team Dale Moquist, Council Liaison Steve Reitz, Team Leader
