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The Portico Dr. Martin Luther Church
325 S. Main Street
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
PHONE: (262) 567-3829
Email: [email protected]
Church Web Site: drmartinlutherchurch.org
Cluster Web site: lakecountrycluster.org
Your Church Staff is here to serve you…
Senior Pastor
Larry Harpster (262) 344-5942
[email protected]
Music Director
Alison O’Leary (262) 751-1596
[email protected]
Band Leader
Robin Hankins (414) 254-8414
[email protected]
Administrative Secretary
Mary Engel (262) 567-3829
[email protected]
Volunteer Coordinator
Bobbie Dierbeck (262) 567-3829
[email protected]
Saturday 5:00 PM Chapel Service traditional format
Sundays 9:00 AM Worship Includes a variety of musical styles,
a
blend of hymns and contemporary songs
so that there is something for everyone.
Sunday School begins in worship at the
10:30 AM Praise Service
Sundays 10:30 AM Praise Service The Praise Band, “Roll the
Stone,” continues to lead worship. Come and
enjoy this upbeat and energetic service.
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A Healing Blessing will be available
during each service the weekend of
September 8 and 9
The deadline for the October issue of The Portico is
Monday, September 17. Information for the month of
October must be submitted by this date.
JOIN ME FOR A WALK WITH SAINT PAUL
"There is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer
slave or free, there is no longer male and female; for
all of you are one in Christ Jesus." - Paul the Apostle
One bucket list item I have not done in my
32 years of pastoral ministry is to travel in the foot-
steps of St. Paul. I always wanted to see the places
that he lived, ministered, started new Christian com-
munities and was imprisoned. I am planning to take
such a trip and I would like to invite you to join me.
On May 13 – 24, 2019 I will be hosting a
“Footsteps of St. Paul” trip. We will travel to places
like Rome, Athens, Corinth, Ephesus and Patmos. A
three day cruise in the Greek Isles is included as
well. I have been encouraged by the enthusiasm
that this trip has stirred up in our community. I have
a brochure and a tentative itinerary that you can
pick up on the back table at worship
On Tuesday, September 18 at 6:30 pm
there will be an information meeting here at Dr. Mar-
tin Luther. Gail, the tour guide from AMI travel, will
be here for a presentation and to answer any ques-
tions. Feel free to invite family and friends to join
you for the trip. We are hoping that 20 to 30 mem-
bers of DMLC and Atonement Lutheran in Muskego
will be able to attend. My friend Pastor Greg Van
Dunk will be a host on the trip as well.
Please let me know if you have some inter-
est in joining me. If you have any questions please
don’t hesitate to give me a call.
God’s blessings,
Pastor Larry
Newsletter Deadline
Summer is flying by, and the music ministry at DMLC is
staying very active. Remember that there are many ways
to get involved and share your gifts. If you are interested
in getting involved with the music ministry, please con-
tact Alison O'Leary! [email protected]
(262) 751-1596
* The handbell ensembles will resume
on Wednesday September 12! Adults: 6:00-7:00pm
Youth: 7:00-7:45pm - 3rd grade and older. New ring-
ers always welcome!
* Stay tuned for information about the Christmas Festi-
val Choir weekly rehearsal schedule. We hope to have
record participation this year; all voices welcome!
* Stay tuned for music ministry fundraiser information!
Our sound system has been on the edge for a long time,
and we are excited to be raising funds for an audio and
visual system to have quality sound and projection abili-
ties in the near future!
2 Chronicles 5:13: "The trumpeters and musicians
joined in unison to give praise and thanks to the LORD.
Accompanied by trumpets, cymbals and other instru-
ments, the singers raised their voices in praise to the
LORD and sang: "He is good; his love endures forever..."
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WISHING WELL FOR SEPTEMBER – COLLEGE GOODY BOXES
Do you know a college student who would like to receive some
treats from our congregation? As our college students
head off on their adventures over the next few weeks, some for
the first time, our
congregation would like to send them a goody box to help them
adjust to their new
surroundings. We are looking for donations of small,
individually wrapped items
that will fit into a medium postal box. Suggestions are
microwavable food, candy,
gum, breath mints, microwave popcorn bags, crackers, cookies,
chips, granola bars,
dry soups, beef jerky, hand sanitizers, small tissue packets,
etc. Use your imagina-
tion! Cash donations towards the cost of shipping and purchases
are also appreci-
ated. There will be a box in the back of the church for
donations~please take cash
to the church office. Caroline would like to mail these October
1st, 2nd or 3rd.
Don’t forget to turn in your students’ name and address to:
Caroline Driscoll [email protected] or cell
262-719-5680
COFFEE HOUR SIGN-UP
Just a reminder to please have your groups review the dates for
serving coffee hour and sign up
ASAP. There are still many dates available. Coffee and paper
products are supplied by the
church. We just need your help in serving, clean up and
providing a special treat that you are
willing to share.
GROCERY RECEIPTS
Many thanks for handing in your Piggly Wiggly receipts. Jeanne
Johns & her daughter, Jessica
Tio, recently submitted DMLC receipts from January-July which
added up to a whopping total of $36,171.00. We will
be receiving a check from Piggly Wiggly for 1% of that which is
$361.00. Our check that was received the end of De-
cember last year was $292.30. Our Youth and Sunday School
benefit from these receipts. Please be sure to shop the
Pig and SAVE those receipts.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
***Assistant Ministers needed for 5:00 Saturday and 9:00 Sunday
services.
***Ushers needed for 9:00 Sunday services.
VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER
This month I would like to thank our Saturday and Sunday morning
“Ushers”. These are the men and women who
take on any role needed on weekends before, during and after
services. You dear friends are much appreciated!
Al Eighmy, Connie Tokarski, Dick Zautner, Joyce Bahr, Dan
Zautner, Mike Mitchell, Ben Rawson, BJ Wright, Allan
Kountz, Tom Dierbeck, Frank Tallon, Lee Gallert, Steve Vogt, Ken
Ruehlow, Andy King, Mike Schmitz, Mark Greiten,
Charlotte McMahon, Al Kloth, Tim Mainz, Peter Mainz, Dave
Magedanz, John Wick, Jay Johns, Bob Conners, Mike
Whaley, Dave Graupman and Matthew Kloss.
We invite you to share your GIFTS and help to create a spirit of
welcome. One that is noticeable to members and visi-
tors alike. Your GIFTS are essential for the life and mission of
the faith community.
Bobbie Dierbeck, Volunteer Coordinator
Volunteering at DMLC
mailto:[email protected]
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Women’s Bible Study
We will not be meeting during August. We will meet
again in September on the second and fourth Thursday
of each month at 6:30 p.m. on the second floor of the
education building. Contact Liz Westfield by phone at
(262) 224-7258 or by email at [email protected]
for more information.
All Men are invited to participate in a great casual
learning and fellowship experience among the "Early
Risers" that takes place on the SECOND SATURDAY of
every month at the Cafe LaBelle (located within the
Shorehaven complex) from 7:30 - 8:30 am. Please
contact Chris Butschke (262.966.0270) or Mike
Driscoll (262.646.5605) for directions/additional
details.
Rally day is September 9th and will begin with our
10:30 service. Kids will be dismissed to class af-
ter children’s sermon and we will be meeting as a
group to learn what our church means to us and
how we can help improve it. All children 4k through
6th grade are welcome. Class will last until 11:40
and kids can be picked up in their classrooms
unless we notify you otherwise. Our team will re-
main the same with the addition of Katie Ligman
who will join Maddie in 1st and 2nd grade. Please
give her a warm welcome. We know she will be a
wonderful asset to our Sunday School!
Stay tuned for more information on important
dates including singing dates, Christmas, outreach
and more!
What’s New in Sunday School!
Here’s a few of the CREW (Christians Ready
Equipped and Willing) High School Youth Group!
Come meet the rest on September 30. We are
meeting in the youth room 11:30am-12:30pm.
Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to
[email protected] or 262-527-7932 by
September 27
I would like to thank everyone who was involved in
making our Vacation Bible School another great
success! So much time, patience and love was
given. All who donated items or money, led a group
or offered prayer. We can’t thank you enough! I
would especially like to thank Brenda Scherret, my
right hand
lady, who was there every minute and kept all the
preparation running smooth and made it so much
fun!
This year we collected 269 items for the Oconomo-
woc Food Pantry! Kids were extra motivated
thanks to Danielle (aka Evan O’Leary) and
Ashpenaz (aka Gordon Moose Fleury) who were
not only brave in prayer but brave as they each re-
ceived five pies in the face in honor of our food
drive!
We hope to have a slide show up on a new You-
Tube channel for our Sunday School soon. If you
were in VBS you will receive an email when it goes
up.
Thank you again to all!
Blessings,
Angie Lewein
Thank You Babylon Team and Families
mailto:[email protected]
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Quilting will take place on
Wednesday, September 19
at 9AM in fellowship hall.
You do not need to know
how to sew to help with this
project. If you have ques-
tions, please contact Jane
Easton at 262-567-3483.
Quilts will be on display in church on September 22
and 23 before they are packed to be shipped.
Quilting for Lutheran World Relief
Monthly Actual Budget
Income $24,661.39 $24,969.51
Expense $24,736.21 $25,795.95
Monthly Income—Expense - ($ 74.82)
Year to Date Actual Budget
Income $180,361.52 $175,597.05
Expense $181,571.49 $180,573.45
Year to Date Income—Expense - ($1,209.97)
Stewardship Report July
will meet on Wednesday, September 26th at noon for a
home cooked meal. Stacy Giddings, Director of Devel-
opment from Shorehaven will be our speaker. See you
on the 26th.
Seasoned Lutherans
The church office will be open on Mondays and Tues-
days from 7AM—4PM, Wednesdays and Thursdays
from 7AM—2PM. Mary will be on vacation the week of
September 3rd and also on September 14, 17, 21, 24
and September 28.
Outreach for Hope Family Bike Ride—
ofhbikeride.com
September 8, 2018 at St. Bruno’s in Dousman and
Grace Lutheran in Grafton
Participation is
still possible:
Registra-
tions are
accepted
online un-
til noon on Sept. 5th. After that time, walk-up
registrations are possible on the day of the
ride.
Support a rider or volunteer – monies raised
by riders and volunteers will be matched dol-
lar for dollar, up to $25,000
Make a Donation – For your convenience on-
line donations are possible at of-
hbikeride.com Donations received via mail
are also gratefully accepted and are instru-
mental in helping us reaching our $120,000
goal.
Volunteer – Over 100 positions need cover-
age to make this event a success (crossing
guards, rest stop assistants, setting up for
lunch, clean up, starting line/finish line assis-
tants, registration etc.)
If you are reading this after Sept. 8th, the ride is over,
but the need continues. Donations received by Sept.
30th help us reach our goal of $120,000.
This ride makes a difference in lives of those served
by the 22 ministries sponsored by Outreach for Hope
in the Greater Milwaukee Synod. Your support im-
pacts lives by enabling: 7 congregations to have
medical clinics or parish nurses; Breaking the Chains
(prison ministry); 4,334 meals and meal bags distrib-
uted weekly; 3 seminary interns serving Milwaukee
ELCA congregations; 12 churches provide after-
school tutoring and activities for children. . . and the
list goes on. Please prayerfully consider a donation.
Thank you.
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Dear Families and Friends,
To celebrate our church family and strengthen the bond within
our congregation, we welcome you to be a
part of our upcoming new directory.
A new directory:
• Preserves this special time in the life our church
• Becomes a lasting record of our current membership
• Helps us connect faces with names
We are partnering with Lifetouch for this important project.
Lifetouch is providing the directory at no cost to
our church. Please sign up for your photography session at the
table in back of church after worship services
or online at our church website at
www.drmartinlutheranchurch.org or call Lifetouch at
1.866.756.0281.
PHOTOGRAPHY DATES and HOURS:
Thursday September 27th 2:00PM to 9:00PM
Friday September 28th 2:00PM to 9:00PM
Saturday September 29th 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Monday October 1st 2:00PM to 9:00PM
Tuesday October 2nd 2:00PM to 9:00PM
All photography and portrait viewing will take place at the
church in Fellowship Hall with NO sitting fee. You will have a
variety of poses taken. One pose will be selected for the
directory. Your photography session will take about an hour,
during which time you will check-in, be photographed and view
your portraits.
In addition to your complimentary 8x10, you will have the
opportunity to purchase additional portraits on the day of
your portrait session. Lifetouch’s portrait price lists are
available upon request for those who would like them prior to
photography.
Be sure to take advantage of the opportunity to be
professionally photographed. We are looking forward to seeing
you
in our directory. I am encouraging 100% participation!
Pastor Larry
P.S. You may invite your extended family and friends to be
photographed during this event. Invitation cards will be
available at the registration table in the back of the
church.
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