PAGE 1 NOVEMBER 2017 NEWSLETTER Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church Placed on National Register of Historic Places 2010 Sunday Liturgies November 5, 2017 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY Romans 10:5-15 Psalm 43 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 John 20:19-29 November 12, 2017 TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Romans 15:1-6 Psalm 70 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Luke 4:14-21 November 19, 2017 TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Romans 3:21-31 Psalm 90:1-8 [9-11] 12 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Mark 10:17-27 November 26, 2017 CHRIST THE KING SUNDAY Romans 6:13-19 Psalm 95:1-7a Ephesians 1:15-23 John 8:31-36 Lebanon Lutheran Co-op Contact Information: Office: 53 Chestnut St Lebanon, PA 17042; Ph: 717-273-3001; Email: [email protected]Web: lebanonlutherans.org Facebook.com/groups/llcm1483/ From the Pastor 2 Cooperative Ministry Page 3 Birthdays, Finances, Council Highlights 4 Outreach to Neighbors 5 Bulletin Board, Salem Salutations, Archives 6-7 Worship Assistants 8 November Calendar 9 Memorial Gifts & Poinsettias 10-11 Inside this issue: WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO CALL (OR EMAIL!) THE CHURCH OFFICE IF…. You or a loved one is in need of prayer. You or a family member is ill or hospitalized. You have returned home from the hospital. You are homebound either permanently or temporarily and desire communion. There’s a new baby. A family member dies. You have moved, are in college or are in the service. You would like one of the pastors to visit you. You wish to add or remove a name from the prayer list. You have an announcement for the bulletin or newsletter. Help us provide good pastoral care by keeping us informed. Thank you!!! https://lebanonlutherans.org/congregations/salem/ Sunday Worship…….…. 9:00 a.m. Coffee Hour…………….10:00 a.m. Sunday School ………10:15 a.m. Office ……………...…….717-272-6151 Email…[email protected]Pastor Ierien…...Cell: 717-679-1058 Pastor Bob Ierien’s Email……......[email protected]Pastor Frank ….....Cell: 610-751-5472 Pastor Frank Terhune’s Email ………[email protected]Pastor Smith..….Cell: 717-679-4614 Pastor Kristal Smith’s Email……[email protected]Emergency on-call phone: 717-679-5492 Dial-in Worship Service - Call in at 9am to: 717-675-2599 Here are items we could use in the Little Free Pantry: Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Tissues, Toothpaste/brushes, Soap, Canned goods, Baby Diapers, Juice & Water NO expired dates on food, please! Thank you! So teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts to wisdom. (Ps. 90:12) We are the people of God’s pasture and the sheep of God’s hand. (Ps. 95:7)
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PAGE 1 NOVEMBER 2017 NEWSLETTER
Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church Placed on National Register of Historic Places 2010
Help us provide good pastoral care by keeping us informed. Thank you!!!
https://lebanonlutherans.org/congregations/salem/
Sunday Worship…….…. 9:00 a.m. Coffee Hour…………….10:00 a.m. Sunday School ………10:15 a.m. Office ……………...…….717-272-6151 Email…[email protected] Pastor Ierien…...Cell: 717-679-1058 Pastor Bob Ierien’s Email……[email protected] Pastor Frank ….....Cell: 610-751-5472 Pastor Frank Terhune’s Email ………[email protected] Pastor Smith..….Cell: 717-679-4614 Pastor Kristal Smith’s Email……[email protected]
Emergency on-call phone: 717-679-5492
Dial-in Worship Service - Call in at 9am to: 717-675-2599
Here are items we could use in the Little Free Pantry:
Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Tissues, Toothpaste/brushes,
Soap, Canned goods, Baby Diapers, Juice & Water
NO expired dates on food, please!
Thank you!
So teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts to
wisdom. (Ps. 90:12)
We are the people of God’s pasture and the sheep
of God’s hand. (Ps. 95:7)
PAGE 2 NOVEMBER 2017 NEWSLETTER From the desk of the Pastor...
It was during the summer of 2015 that Chris and I decided it was time to seriously think about retirement. I was 65 years old. I’d been working in the church for 41 years. Our children were grown and doing well. Our grandchildren were growing up too fast. We analyzed our finances, our family situations, and our desires for what we would like to do with our “free time”. We decided that moving to the Harrisburg area was the perfect location for what we envisioned. We started looking at homes. In December 2015, we decided to buy a house in Palmyra. As things came together we decided that I would retire at the end of June and we would move in July and begin this new chapter in our life together.
The plan was for me to find a part time parish situation to make this transition easier, providing some extra income and keeping me out of her hair a few hours a week. We were not ready for the news that a four church co-operative ministry in Lebanon was in dire need of a full time interim pastor while they entered a one year process to call a new pastor. The invitation sounded interesting and after several meetings and interviews it seemed good to the Holy Spirit, the Co-op churches, the pastoral staff, and me to enter this adventure together. So one day after officially beginning my retirement I began my time with you.
It has been a great experience for me as a pastor and as a person. I have grown personally and spiritually from my time among you. I have excitedly watched as the Co-op churches have grown together as four congregations with one mission. I know from my time on Synod Staff that pastoring multiple congregation parishes is not easy. It’s a lot like trying to herd cats. Each congregation has its own identity and history. Each congregation has its own programs that have brought them joy for many years. Each congregation has its own faithful witnesses that bring support to one another. Coming together in a shared co-operative ministry takes a lot of intentional planning and work to be successful.
During the time I have been a part of this ministry, I have grown more and more excited about the growth and witness the Co-op has experienced. A co-operative ministry doesn’t just happen; there are many growing pains to be endured and overcome. Over these last 17 months I have seen the Co-op strengthen your identity and witness to the Lebanon area. The Co-op is no longer a haven for struggling congregations. You have embraced the mission to work together as God’s people in this place to witness and serve as one.
The Co-op is blessed with a wonderful staff. Pastor Bob has a strong sense of vision and possibility. Pastor Kristal brings tremendous care and an understanding of process. Lyssa Coy keeps us all in line with her administrative abilities and dedication. Pastor Jenny Richards brings vast experience and enthusiasm for outreach. You, the people of the Co-op, bring many gifts and talents that make this ministry an exciting experience of growing and serving in God’s grace and love.
As our society changes, the Church must face the challenge to change as well. We must continue to develop new meth-ods, new ministries, new forms to share the old, old story of Jesus and his love. That is the challenge of the Gospel. We are faced with a time of transformation. I like to envision a Great Reformulation of what it means to be God’s people. Your Co-op is a bold statement of what it means to be the Church. Never lose sight of why God has called you togeth-er – a new Word for a changing World. Thanks for the op-portunity to participate in your witness. God’s peace to you all, Pastor Frank Terhune
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OVEMBER and ECEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Date Worship
Sunday School
9/3 75 14
9/10 80 18
9/17 69 14
9/24 88 16
Attendance for
September
Birthdays, Finances, Etc.
Happy Birthday wishes are extended to our members who are 80 years and older!
Nov 6 Barbara Hartman 364 N. 4th St Lebanon 17046
Nov 7 Anna Deitzler 316 Timber Blvd. Lebanon 17042
Nov 15 Marion Campbell Cornwall Manor, Health Ctr Northview 201 Cornwall 17016
Nov 25 Hans Gartner 1570 Jody Avenue Lebanon 17046
Nov 28 Mary Smith 500 Oak St., Box 321 Schaefferstown 17088
Nov 29 Alta Bomberger 10848 Jonestown Road Jonestown 17038
Nov 29 Catherine Kessler Londonderry Village Royer Unit 1200 Grubb Rd Palmyra 17078
Dec 1 Marian Ream 154 Northcrest Acres Lebanon 17046
Dec 10 Joseph Keath 21 Willow Ave Cleona 17042
Dec 30 Ronald Kessler Cedar Haven Rm 209-D, 590 S. 5th Ave Lebanon 17042
SEPTEMBER
Average Attendance 78
Current 12,264
Other Income* 3,147
Benevolence 1,314
Total Income 16,725
Expenditures 46,247
Surplus(Deficit) (29,522)
*Includes dividends & interest, memorials,
parking & facility rent and miscellaneous
income.
Blessed are those who have
not seen and yet have come
to believe. John 20:29b
“Perfection is not the point” 22the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinc-tion, 23since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God;24they are now justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus. -Romans 3:22-24
“Response is Freedom & Gratitude” “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; 32and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” -John 8:31-32
Coming up in “The Lutheran Basics “ Sermon Series:
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FREE NOON MEAL: Salem will serve
on Dec. 20th
Outreach to our Neighbors
Blessings
From the beginning of August till the first full week of November,
Richwine Fellowship Hall at Salem Lutheran Church has hosted an aver-
age of five noon meals a month. What started as a mission to help Lebanon
County Christian Ministries (LCCM) during their time of remodeling grew
into two missions. The second mission became a shut in visiting ministry
for the elderly within our congregations of the Lebanon Lutheran Cooperative Ministry.
The second mission came about after numerous conversations with Angie from LCCM and an
offhand conversation with Marilyn Hollis. I decided to contact Pastor Kristal Smith for names of shut
ins. She provided names of the members who she thought might enjoy a meal and company.
Volunteers showed up at Richwine Hall around 1:00 p.m. to pick up take-out meals for their assigned
person. Carole Fies from Salem Lutheran coordinated the schedule to match the volunteers with the
shut ins. The meal delivery volunteers were Sharon Martin, Louise Pouss, Jane Straub, Mary Miller,
Marilyn Hollis, Shirley McGowan and Annette Edwards from Zion.
The shut ins had positive comments and were glad for the company. Betty Wilhelm called
Carole Fies saying what a good idea the visits were. Ethel Lau from Zion Lutheran commented on
how much she enjoyed having Mary Miller visit her. Betty Margut was happy for the meal and
company that Carole Fies provided. It was an unexpected gift that the shut ins enjoyed. Every
volunteer was greeted by a shut in who was happy to see them first and enjoy the meal later.
Alice Loych, Linda Brandt, Jane Straub and Mary Miller provided additional help with the
noon meals by providing education about Salem and assistance to the churches we were hosting.
Ed McGowan and Ron Hayes came in after every meal to check that the kitchen equipment was
operating properly before the guest churches left. Joanne Hayes provided cleaning of the area so that
the next party using the Richwine Hall would find it in a presentable condition. These three people
made sure the building was protected and that LCCM was operating under the conditions of the
signed contract for the usage of the building. There was always a staff member from LCCM present
during every noon meal the entire time the meals were being served.
I want to thank the members of Salem Lutheran Church for being tolerant of this mission to
feed the hungry during this time. On the average one-hundred people were served daily. The guest
churches marveled at how beautiful Richwine Hall and the Chapel are and that we provided
cushioned chairs for the guests to sit on. While the mission was not perfect, Salem Lutheran Church
became a beacon of God’s Love to the hungry people in the community as well as to the shut ins.
Peace,
Shirley McGowan
HOPES SHELTER it’s that time of year
again! Salem will host the shelter from Monday
evening, Dec 4, through Monday morning, Dec 18, 2017. Finding extra time in our schedules seems impossible, particularly at this time of year. However, as we are blessed, we are to be a blessing to others. Please call Linda Hissner: 717-628-1006, or email:
[email protected], to say that you can help on one or more nights in extending God’s love & care to the homeless in our area.
Remember to check out
Salem’s
Little Free Library!
The Little Free Library
continues to be a busy
spot. We are very grate-
ful for all the wonderful
books which have been
donated for use in the
library. Keep those children’s
books and cookbooks coming!
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Lydia/Rachel Circle
will be meeting
Thu. Nov. 9th
@ 7pm in RFH.
Hymn 777 (ELW) Come to Me, All Pilgrims Thirsty Tune: Beach Spring
“Come to me, all pilgrims thirsty;
Drink the water I will give.
If you knew what gift I offer,
You would come to me and live.”
Refrain. Jesus, Ever flowing fountain,
Give us water from your well.
In the gracious gift you offer
There is joy no tongue can tell.
“Come to me, all trav’lers weary;
Come that I may give you rest.
Drink the cup of life I offer;
At this table be my guest.” Refrain.
“Come to me, believers burdened;
Find refreshment in this place.
Come, receive the gift I offer,
Turn to me and seek my face.” Refrain.
Author: Delores Dufner (B. 1939)
This text was inspired primarily by the lengthy
dialogue between Jesus and the Samaritan
woman at the well (John 4) When...questioned...
about his request for a drink, he responded ‘If
you only knew what God is offering…’
Jesus’ words to her might well be addressed to
each of us: if we really understood the good that
God wants to do for us, we would come to Christ
gladly and freely to find life, refreshment, and for-
giveness. These gifts are offered in a special way
at the Eucharistic table.
I drew on two other scripture texts for this hymn.
The first is John 7:37-39, in which Jesus cries
out, ‘let anyone who is thirsty come to me and let
the one who believes in me drink.’ The second is
Matthew 11:28-30, in which Jesus invites the
weary and heavily burdened to come to him for
rest, ‘for my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.’
Lydia/Rachel Circle will be meeting Nov 9th @ 7pm in RFH. We are going to have a "Thankoffering" Program at that time, so please bring your Thankoffering boxes with you. Thank you, Susie Garrett
All are welcome to begin their Thanksgiving Day by attending the
Thanksgiving Day Service in Old Salem on
Thu., November 23rd at 9:00 a.m.
preceded by an organ recital at 8:30 a.m., on the historic Miller organ.
Anyone interested in singing in a combined
choir should contact Mark Dimick ASAP
so that music can be ordered.
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SALEM SALUTATIONS
-Barbara Hartman
ARCHIVES
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Did you know that Martin Luther
was married and had children?
Check out the archives display case
and meet Katharina von Boro,
Mrs. Martin Luther.
-Peggy Witman
The Lebanon County Historical Society has
acknowledged receipt of the archives committee’s
contribution of Old Salem in Lebanon,
A History of the Congregation and Town by
Theodore E. Schmauk. The book was part of the
personal library of Patricia A. Shedlock.
-The Archives Committee
The Lebanon High School and
Lebanon Middle School Singers
will be holding their
holiday concert in Old Salem
on Friday, December 15,
at 7:00 pm
“I just had to help pick up the Bazaar sign blown over by last night’s wind because your church gave my family a holiday meal last year that we wouldn’t otherwise have had.” -local passerby
We want to thank the family of Salem for
their kind expressions of sympathy on the
passing of Ron’s father, Lewis Follett.
Your heartfelt messages were appreciated.
-Deb and Ron Follett
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COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
Tara Boltz
Linda Brandt
Deb DiPasquale
Brenda Waltermyer
GREETERS
SOUND SYSTEM
Marilyn Hollis
(Old Salem)
Tara Boltz
Kathy Haberkost
Ernie Hower
Bev Kauffman
Alice Loych
Lisa Peters
USHERS
Alan Bomgardner,Ernie Hower Gil Mason, Greg Weaver
Timothy Redinger & Tad Redinger
Lisa Peters & Brenda Waltermyer,
Scott DeLong, Jeff Sherk
Joe DiPasquale, Richard Boltz, Kurt Kauffman Volunteers
11/05 & 12/03
11/12 & 12/10 11/19 & 12/17
11/26 & 12/24 12/31
DeadlineDeadlineDeadline to submit information for the
December Newsletter is Monday,
November 13th!
NURSERY
Shelby Margut & Michele Margut
April Sherk & Jeff Sherk
Sunday School Program (no nursery)
Christmas Eve
New Year’s Eve
Deb Perlaki & Elita Galbraith
Deb DiPasquale & Beth Kline
Nancy Ruoss & Emma Richwine
Lisa Peters & Brenda Waltermyer
ASSISTING MINISTERS
Anne Smith
Scott DeLong
Tim Frye
Debbie Gates
11/05
11/12
11/19
11/26
12/03
12/10
12/17
12/24
12/31
Cathy & Jim Weisenberger
Laurie Bomgardner
Patti Gartner
Rita Groy
Marilyn Hollis
(Old Salem)
Joe DiPasquale
Tara Boltz
MONEY COUNTERS
Alan Bomgardner & Laurie Bomgardner (Alt: Bev Kauffman)
Christmas time will be here before you know it. Salem is again giving members that are 80 + years old and people that are in nursing homes a gift from their church. This year the people have a choice of a poinsettia plant, a store gift card, or a certificate that they can use in the nursing home. The people of Salem will have the opportunity to honor their family members by dedicating monies for these gifts either ‘in memory of’ or “in honor of’ their loved ones. The cost is $5.00 per memorial.
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Poinsettia plants are native to Central America, especially an area of southern Mexico
known as 'Taxco del Alarcon' where they flower during the winter. They are known as the
'Flores de Noche Buena', or 'Flowers of the Good Night' (Christmas Eve)
The poinsettia was made widely known because of a man called Joel Roberts Poinsett
(that's why we call them Poinsettia!). He was the first Ambassador from the USA to Mexico
in 1825. During his stay in Mexico he wandered the countryside looking for new plant
species. In 1828 he found a beautiful
shrub with large red flowers growing
next to a road. He took cuttings from it
and brought them back to his greenhouse
in South Carolina.
Memorial Gifts & Poinsettias
Poinsettias
I will also be selling poinsettia plants, so if you want some plants to take home for yourself, the cost is still $5.00 per plant.
Order forms on the NEXT page of this newsletter and in weekly bulletins. Thanks for your support of this project to honor our senior members. If you have any questions, please see Marilyn Hollis, 717-228-9911 or call the church office.
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DRIVERS ARE NEEDED for poinsettia delivery. Please contact Marilyn Hollis
(Cell: 717-228-9911, [email protected]) or call the church office to volunteer.
$5.00 per plant - Please print clearly.
NAME:
____________________________________________
Order form to PURCHASE a poinsettia plant for yourself
