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A Newsletter concerning the
Mission and Ministry
of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, La Porte, IN
Vol. 57 May 2008 No. 4
“As one family, we lovingly proclaim Jesus Christ.”
From Pastor Brauer:
Christ Always Remembers His Disciples
“And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
(Matthew 28:20 NIV)
Jesus would give His disciples the ‘Great Commission’ and send them into the
world to make disciples by teaching and baptizing them in the name of the Triune
God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. He had accomplished what was needed for the
redemption of man from sin, death, and the power of the devil. Now, sometime
between His resurrection and His ascension, Jesus commissions His disciples to
be disciple-makers.
There was much to remember about what it is to be a follower of Jesus. Jesus
would assure His followers that the Holy Spirit would help remind them all that
He had taught them. That’s good news to us, for our feeble memory would need
help.
But there is something even more valuable than just helping us teach others
about Jesus. It’s the promise Jesus makes to us. We will not be alone in doing
His work.
We won’t be like a stranded missionary, waving good-bye to the plane that
drops him off in the middle of the dessert of some foreign country. Jesus walks
with us as we are going about our usual vocation. We watch for those who do not
know or confess Jesus as Lord and Savior and bring them the news of His love for
them. Jesus gives us the Word and the wisdom on how to give an explanation of
the hope that is in us.
This month, St. John’s Lutheran Church and School will see many opportunities
for witnessing of this hope. Our 12 Confirmands will affirm the blessings given
them in their baptism and will make their confirmation vows to remain faithful
to Christ, even unto death. Our Mother-Daughter Social reminds us of the tribute
we owe our mothers and how we pray for our daughters to be the Christian women
God intends them to be, especially in maintaining the foundation of the
Christian home. Our LILY event is more than just a fund raiser to benefit our
school; it is a time to connect with others in our community who also value and
support Christian education. Memorial Day reminds us to thank God for all those
who served in our country’s Armed Forces and who gave their lives defending the
cause of freedom.
Three important Church Calendar events also fall in May. May 1 is Ascension
Day, when we remember Jesus’ return to heaven after completing His earthly
ministry. May 11 is Pentecost, the day of the Holy Spirit’s igniting the
Christian Church on earth. May 18 is Trinity Sunday, the First Sunday after
Pentecost, where we remember the Name into which we have been baptized and how
we grow in our salvation through Word and Sacrament.
Yet the true work of disciple making continues year-round. Everything we do
at St. John’s should be focused on that work. Our Trustees do much of the work
in maintaining the physical building and approving the payment of bills. That’s
a necessary function in our economy today. They also schedule work days to clean
up the church grounds. One such day is to take place the morning of May 3.
But their work is our work year round. We do what we can to make St. John’s
an inviting place for our visitors and those who are looking for a church home.
This work in keeping the building and grounds clean and attractive is part of
what is sometimes called “silent evangelism.” The work done to beautify the
church and school grounds may not ‘speak’ to another person, but the message is
heard loud and clear. Our recent visit from the “Strengthening Schools and
Churches” team commended us for the upkeep of our building and grounds. Praise
God! Let’s continue to keep this up!
And we are mindful, too, that even as we mow the lawn at church, trim the
bushes, pick up branches, sweep, or clean, Jesus is with us. That, too, is part
of the work He gives us to do!
Pastor Brauer
Matthew 11:28-30
Thanks, Youth Group! Many thanks to our Youth group who came to help
clear brush and leaves from the yard of one of our members. God gifted us with a
nice day to do the work and our kids learned a lot in providing this act of
love. There are more ‘service projects’ like this to come. Thanks again, guys!
Bible Class Update: The Sunday morning Bible class, meeting in the
school cafeteria between services, continues to look at the Book of the Acts of
the Apostles. We are in the middle of Paul’s second missionary journey. From
time to time we will reference some of the Apostle Paul’s Epistles as they were
written during his journeys.
The Wednesday Morning class, meeting at 10:30 A.M. continues to walk through
the Gospel According to Matthew. Having finished the Sermon on the Mount and the
healings that follow, we will soon head into the ‘Kingdom Parables’ and other
teachings of Jesus.
The Friday Morning class, also meeting at 10:30 A.M. will have finished
Exodus and will begin Leviticus, the Book of the Torah that tells of the
holiness of the Lord. If you are looking for a class to jump in at the
beginning, this is the class for you.
Both Wednesday and Friday classes meet in the Ladies’ Lounge.
District Pastor’s Conference: Pastor Brauer will be attending the
Spring Indiana District Pastor’s Conference in Syracuse, Indiana, on May 12-13.
The featured speaker will be Dr. Gregory Lockwood, from our Lutheran Church in
Australia. Dr. Lockwood authored the First Corinthians Commentary published by
Concordia Publishing House. Pastor Brauer had the pleasure of studying under Dr.
Lockwood while he taught at Concordia Theological Seminary in 2001. Dr.
Lockwood’s topic will, of course, be on the various issues in First Corinthians
affecting the church today.
God’s blessings to our Confirmation Class of 2008!
The members of our class, nicknamed “The Twelve,” are:
Ben Brown Shane Rogers
Blaise Grott Brody Shoffner
Ellen Hough Skyler Shortt
Victoria Kelsey Nick Wilczewski
Taylor Kneifel Renatè Wiltfong
Jimmy Pavlak Zach Wisniewski
Please keep these Confirmands in your prayer!
First Quarter Financial Review:
Included with this month’s newsletter is the first quarter’s report of
the contributions and expenses for January, February, and March of this year. As
indicated in our weekly bulletins, we see the week-by-week trends. This report
gives the first three months for your review. While ‘unaudited,’ this gives a
snapshot of how things are progressing. Keep in mind that our spending plan
adopted last year is the basis for our weekly need, and expenses will vary from
month to month. We encourage you to keep up in your regular weekly offerings to
help the mission and ministry at St. John’s. Thank you for your faithful
contributions and gifts!
Message from The Board of Stewardship
“Reaping What You Sow”
In 2 Corinthians 9:6 (NIV) St. Paul wrote: “Remember this:
Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously
will also reap generously.” In many parts of our country during this
month of May gardens will be turning green as new plants spring from the ground
and begin the process of producing fruits, vegetables and flowers. If you have
ever planted hills of seeds, like beans or cucumbers, you probably know how true
these words of St. Paul are. Plant only one or perhaps two seeds in each hill
and you will not have the same results that you would have if you had planted
four or more seeds in each hill. Of course, St. Paul was not writing about
gardening but rather about a special offering to help the saints in Jerusalem
and Judea who were suffering from a severe famine. Some may take this passage to
mean that it is our motivation for giving. Those folks might even be so bold as
to say that if you are stingy in your giving, you will be poorer for it, but if
you are generous in your giving you will be even wealthier. But this verse does
not state the motivation for giving but simply refers to information and
instruction that we know to be true from experience and observation.
The true motivation for Christian giving is found in 2 Corinthians 9:8 (NIV):
“And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at
all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”
God’s grace in Jesus Christ is the motivation for our Christian giving.
Jesus has done for us what we could never do for ourselves, that is, save us
from sin, death and everlasting condemnation. Our spiritual needs are fully
taken care of in Christ, but what about our physical needs? This passage speaks
to that as well when it indicates that God also takes care of our physical
everlasting condemnation. Our spiritual needs are fully taken care of in Christ,
but what about our physical needs? This passage speaks to that as well when it
indicates that God also takes care of our physical needs so that in all things
at all times we will have all that we need so that we can abound in every good
work.
St. Paul stated this so eloquently in Romans 8:32 (NIV): “He (God) who
did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—will he not also, along
with him, graciously give us all things? This question begs for the
answer “yes.” God does provide all that we need for our spiritual and physical
welfare and he does it lavishly so that we can abound in every good work.
Finally St. Paul brought the truth of Christian giving home when he wrote
in 2 Corinthians 9:7 (NIV): “Each man should give what he has decided in
his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful
(hilarious) giver.” Christian giving is primarily a spiritual issue, not
a financial one. When we children of God answer the question of what do I
believe God is calling me to give then we respond freely and generously not
because the church or any other Christian cause needs our money, but because we
believe in our hearts that our giving is a consecrated response. The joy that we
reap from such free and generous giving is something that brings a special
sweetness to our lives that no one can ever take away from us.
More From the Board of Stewardship:
The Stewardship Committee would like to thank all those that have
faithfully given to the Sowing Seeds initiative. As of April 13, 2008, the fund
has accumulated $229,909.69, which would not have been possible without our
Heavenly Father guiding your generous giving. Please keep Sowing Seeds for the
Harvest in your prayers as we are winding down our three-year commitments.
Yours in Christ, St. John’s Stewardship Committee
Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and
increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness.
You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every
occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.”
- 2 Corinthians 9:10-11
Principal’s Page
I. School Calendar Items:
5/1 8:00 AM-4:30 PM—Chicago Field Museum, Grade 2
Principal Conference Crown Point
5/2 We do have bus service today.
10:45 AM—LPHS Tour, Grade 8
5/3 8:00 AM-12:00 PM—Academic Bowl
5/4 10:45 AM—Confirmation Service
5/6 9:30 AM-2:00 PM—Luhr Park, Grade 5
5/7 6:30 PM—Mothers and Daughters Dessert, Gym
5/9 Midterm reports
6:00 PM-12:00AM—LILY Event, Silver Palace
5/14 8:30-10:30 AM—Play practice
5/15 8:30-10:30 AM—Play practice
5/13 10:30-11:30 AM—LIL FISH, Gym
5/16 6:30 PM—Spring Play, Gym
5/20 8:00 AM-2:00 PM—Swamp Stomp, Grade 4
5/21 Sing at Senior Lunch, Grades 2 & 3
1:15 PM—Grades 5-8 Summer Reading Program, Music Room
5/25 8:00 AM—Christus Chorus Sings
5/26 Memorial Day—No School
5/30 6:30 PM—PK and K Graduation, Gym
6/1 10:45 AM—Kings Kids Sing
6/5 Teacher Work Day—No School
6/6 Last day: Closing service in Church
Awards in Gym
10:00 AM Dismissal
Fox Park for games and lunch.
Other items
The computers are connected in the lab and the students are now using them.
Pastor Brauer conducted a dedication of the new equipment on May 25 at the
Fish Fry.
A note of appreciation for all the people who attended any focus group
activity during the recent Strengthening Schools and
Congregations visit. I am grateful for you participation and input. We pray
that St. John’s Lutheran Church and School may move forward by the Spirit to
improve the quality of its ministry to parishioners and the community.
SUMMER ENRICHMENT CLASSES: It’s not too early to think about what
to do this summer! Why not sign up for some fun summer enrichment classes held
right here at St. John’s School? The classes are for all children in grades
K-5, and will be held M-F mornings (9 AM-12 PM) during the weeks of June 16-20
and June 23-27. Classes offered for students in grades 3-5: “Oh! The
Possibilities of Paper!” (Week 1). “Konnichiwa” (Week 2), and “Cool Chemistry”
Week 2). Classes for students in grades K-2: “Nature Explorers” (Week 1) and
“Arthur’s World” (Weeks 1 and 2). The fee for each class registration is $100,
and $75 for each additional registration per family. Class sizes are limited
and fill up quickly! Registration forms can be picked up in the School office
and in the Church basement. Any questions please contact Maria Surma
(324-9711). Sign up for summer fun!
St. John’s Lutheran Church Voter’s Assembly
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday March 4, 2008
Meeting was called to order by President Bill Adams. Pastor Brauer read a
devotion and prayer.
Minutes from the October 23, 2007 meeting were read and accepted as written.
New Voting Members
Bob Bradburn, Dave Surma, Scott Sickmiller and Sarah Ford were all welcomed
as new voting members.
Pastors Report (attached to original minutes)
Principals Report (attached to original minutes)
Church Council Report
Motions from the Council meeting:
For a peaceful release of Pastor Young from this congregation.
Motion passed.
2) To make Pastor Brauer senior pastor, take over all pastoral duties and
to be compensated accordingly. After a lot of discussion, a ballot vote was
requested. Paper ballots were tallied; 52 to 6, motion passed.
3) To increase Pastor Brauer’s salary 1.3%. After discussion and amending of
motions, the original motion was voted on and passed.
Pastor Brauer interjected the following statement.
“State of the Congregation” —Rev. Ron Brauer
The Year 2007 was marked with a great event in the history of St. John’s, as
this congregation, by God’s grace, celebrated her 150th anniversary
as a Church. As I recounted the number of planning meetings, the willingness of
members to help put all the key events in place, our guest preacher, Rev. Ed
Meyer, and all who made the celebrations a reality, I can only give thanks to
God for all He enabled us to do. Now, the task before us is to continue to do
what God had established His Church on earth to accomplish: Preach the Word,
make disciples of all nations, teaching and baptize. It is here where the
forgiveness of sins is given, where faith is nurtured and strengthened, and
where people gather to do the works of faith. Yes, there are challenges and
sacrifices that come with being marked by Christ the Crucified. But He also
gives us His grace to do His will. Thanks be to God!
In evaluating this past year from a personal standpoint, however, I must
relate to you the harder challenges that up till now have remained hidden. As
you know, Rev. David Young recently accepted a call to be pastor at Gloria Dei
Lutheran Church in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. It was not an easy decision to leave
St. John’s, however certain events in his ministry here had literally paralyzed
him in performing his duties as Senior Pastor. By July of this past year, he
handed over the supervisory role of the Day School to me. He focused his time on
worship and Bible study, as well as making visits to our nursing homes. While
those areas became the focus, other things were left without pastoral oversight,
such as Missions and Evangelism and Youth, to name a few.
Throughout all this, I have respected Rev. Young for the position to which he
was called, performing only those duties as per my call and by mutual consent.
There were times that I wish I had stepped in, but that would only usurp from
him what he would be expected to perform. Those concerns are now gone. God’s
calling him to a different congregation affords St. John’s with the opportunity
to look at what can be done here and now.
Part of the vision I see before us is much like what was discussed in the
planning meeting back in August. Those four-fold points are:
1. To strengthen our mission and evangelism identity
2. Recruitment of officers to serve on Church Council and other boards
3. Increase participation in Bible studies, and
4. Strengthen our practice of stewardship.
To this I would also add:
5. Reorganize and revitalize our Youth Board,
6. Encourage more volunteers to fill our needs for our part-time
agencies, such as Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, Thrift Shop,
Willing Servants, Fellowship, and member assistance.
The members of St. John will still have a pastor, unlike smaller
congregations when their pastor leaves they are totally vacant. This
congregation experienced that after Pastors Schoop and Ungrodt left. What took
place after that should not have happened to any congregation, but by God’s
patient guidance and direction, Pastor Young and I were called to serve here.
Now, after these three and a half years of serving together, I am here to serve
in whatever role you, the members of St. John’s would so determine.
There are some concerns that face us as a congregation. Our local economy,
much less that of the whole nation, is stressed. Factory closings, sluggish
housing market, decline in sales, increase costs of fuel and groceries, increase
of taxes—all these affect the operations of this congregation.
“Can we survive with only one pastor?” is one question that I hear. If we
look back at the history of St. John’s, we remember Rev. Manfred Reinke, who
served St. John’s as sole pastor from 1931 to 1957 before an assistant was
considered. During that time, the membership of St. John climbed to 1,600
baptized with over 200 in the Day School. He also conducted a major building
program! His devotion and energy shaped St. John’s during those years, and many
people today still revere him as a pastor that truly served his Lord. While I am
not the ‘reincarnation’ of Rev. Reinke, I received my impressions of a pastor
under others like him in my youth. As God supplied strength and energy for
Pastor Reinke, it is that same Lord of the Church that gives me what I need to
do His will for this church today.
The other question I hear is “Are we going to call a second pastor?” This
would involve deepening our expenses with the salary and paying moving expenses
for a second pastor. At this time I don’t believe this is prudent. The support
of the Indiana District President, Rev. Dan May, has been very solid over the
course of this past year, and his offer, as well as other retired pastors in the
area, will offer this congregation preachers for pulpit supply.
You will need to hear from your Board of Elders as to their recommendation
for the pastorate at St. John’s. I continue to desire to serve you here as God’s
will directs.
God told young Jeremiah, (29:11) For I know the plans I have for you,”
declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you
hope and a future.” This is one verse our St. John’s Day School has heard
this week as they observe Lutheran Schools Week. The Children of Israel would
have to set aside their idolatrous worship, and repent and worship the true God.
God would continue to care for His chosen people, desiring to bless them. He
would reveal His plans for them to give them prosperity, hope, and a future. He
does the same for us. God gives us the safety of His almighty presence. He
promises the prosperity of His Word, that where it is planted there will be a
harvest. He gives us hope in that our eternal welfare has been secured, our
future home in heaven is established, and that nothing on this earth can ever
separate us from His love. While there may be differences in earthly prosperity,
and note that God does not say that we will all live in castles, drive expensive
cars or have a big retirement fund, He does promise that His Word will not
return to Him void, but will accomplish what He purposes, what He plans.
His call to us remains the same throughout Scripture: Repent, turn, and live.
The things of this world will always cause alarm, because Satan is still out
there as the prince of this world. From time to time he will throw mud at the
windows of God’s grace, and we will be attacked. But we confess that God is
Almighty. In Him we fear, love, and trust above all things. That’s the
foundation of our faith. In Christ, we are called to awake from our sleep and
rise. That’s baptismal resurrection. And just as Christ is raised from the dead,
so are we by the glory of the Father. And as we are raised individually, so is
the Church, so is St. John’s Lutheran Church, at the corner of Monroe and
Kingsbury, to rise above the worldly bitterness and strife, and to take hold of
the mercies of God He offers each day.
Lord God, Heavenly Father, we thank You for calling us to faith in Your Son
Jesus Christ. Through water and the Word You have created faith in our hearts
and by Your Holy Spirit You have gathered us into Your Church on earth. Continue
to grant us Your grace and keep us in the one true faith. Continue to bless St.
John’s Lutheran Church with Your Word and Spirit. Continue to call others to
faith in Your Son and use us to be the vessels of Your message of love and hope.
Enable us to serve You as we show our love to our fellow members as well as
reaching out to those who do not know or confess Jesus as their only Lord and
Savior. Bless us now as we wait on You for all our blessings to body and soul.
In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen.
Treasurers Report
There is $25,203.90 in the Door Fund for the Church. Report was handed out to
individuals upon entering. Report approved.
(Detailed report attached to original minutes)
Old Business
None
New Business
None
Communications
None
Announcements
LILY Event will be Friday May 9th at the Silver Palace. Doors open
at 6PM, dinner will be at 7PM. Tickets are $25.00 per person.
Easter Breakfast will be at 8AM, after the 6:30AM service. The menu will
consist of several types of egg casserole, bacon, sausage, several different
types of pancakes, breads, muffins, juices, coffee and milk.
A motion was made to make a special committee to look at the pay for Pastor
Brauer and look at the proper compensation for the salary schedule. Committee to
be appointed by Bill Adams, President. Motion passed.
Motion to Adjourn
Dale Fischer made the motion to adjourn, 2nd by Rick Shortt.
Motion passed.
Pastor Brauer closed with a devotion and led in the Lord’s Prayer.
In Christ,
Rhonda McConnell
Rhonda McConnell
ANNOUNCEMENTS
His Word, Our Joy: Because Mother’s Day is May 11, His Word, Our
Joy will meet on May 18 instead. Come join us at 6:30 PM, in the Music Room,
as we sing contemporary songs, pray for our friends, and have a craft for the
children.
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“AHOY MATEY”
Come to our PIRATE PARTY/Mothers & Daughters Dessert
Wednesday, May 7, at 6:30 PM in St. John’s School Gym
Adults-$4.00-Children under-12 $1.50
Tickets available in the Church Office or from any Evening
Circle Member.
Can’t bring your mother or daughter? Bring a friend—we are all daughters!
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From Sunday School: Mark your calendars! On Sunday, May 18, the
annual potluck lunch and Fun Fair will be held as a culminating event for the
Sunday School year. After the 10:45 service the potluck lunch will take place in
the cafeteria, and then from 12:30-2 pm the Fun Fair will be held in the gym for
all children of the congregation and school. Tickets (25 cents each) will be
available for purchase for games, raffles, cake walk, and more! It will be fun
for children of all ages!
From the Thrift Shop: Our Thrift Shop is in need of workers, as well
as men to open and close the building and take on a few extra duties. Our Thrift
Shop has been an asset to the community and our church for nearly 38 years, and
has had many dedicated workers making it successful. If you can volunteer three
hours a week, or open and close for a week or two, please contact Mary Jo Uebele
or Ron or Marilyn Boardman. We will be happy to explain our needs and train you.
Thank you for your consideration. - Mary Jo
Recycling: The next can collection date, May 24, coincides with the
May Market Day. Save your pop cans, steel cans and scrap metal to turn in
between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Also, please remember that we have yellow recycle
bins in the parking lot for paper. The school does receive money for the
recycled paper.
From the Board of Parish Fellowship: Our Spring 2008 Progressive
Dinner was Friday, April 18, and a huge success according to all the raves.
Thanks to Bob and Dolores Keller, Monyean Hahn and Janis Euler, Pastor Ron and
Sandy Brauer, and Ken and Judy Schreiber for hosting groups of eight or ten
guests in their homes for the delicious entrees and salads. Kudos also to those
who prepared an extensive array of appetizers and desserts enjoyed by all. Plan
to come to the Fall Dinner in October. It’s fun!
There will not be any special fest during Fellowship Coffee Hours in May —
just regular coffee and treats except for Sunday, May 4, when there will be no
Fellowship Coffee or Bible Study because of Confirmation activities between
services. Our “Strawberry Fest” will be June 8 between services. Come, enjoy the
treats and Pastor Brauer’s Bible study.
A Fun Night Out! Plan to attend our Spring school musical, “Rise
Up and Walk,” on Friday, May 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the gym. Based on the
characters of some of the people we meet in the Book of Acts and their
interactions with some modern day people, it is lighthearted and fun, yet gives
a powerful message about life and salvation in Jesus. Come and bring friends.
Our kids are doing a great job!
St. John’s Annual Parking Lot Sale: Now is the time to clean those
closets and sort through the children’s toys. For only $7, you can be a part of
the sale at St John’s, Saturday, June 21, 2008, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. It’s good
fun, fellowship, and a chance to sell your unwanted “treasures.”
Customers have flocked to our past sales due to the highly visible location
with multiple sales. We do the advertising and bring in customers, you sell from
your van, truck or bring your own tables and chairs. For more information, call
Ellen Heidel.
Military Birthdays: The Board of Social Ministry would like addresses
and birth dates of our men and women serving our country. Along with the prayers
offered for them in church weekly, the Board of Social Ministry would like to
begin a “Birthday Card Ministry” for them.
In the near future we will publish their birth dates and addresses so
congregation members can remember them with cards. If you have a birth date and
address, please call Sherrill Lee at 574-654-7313 or the Church Office.
Fish Fry Wrap: Thanks to all who made our April 25 fish fry a huge
success—the organizers, ticket sellers, buyers and takers, food and fish
preparers, fish fryers, servers, bussers, kitchen cleaners, and those who set up
and took down tables and chairs. Without all this help it would not have been
such a smooth operation.
We would also like to thank the people who gave this fundraiser a
“jump-start” by donating the money to buy the fish and other food supplies.
Richard and Renny Rutz Dorothy V. Levandoski
Martin and Rebecca Conner Kenneth and Loretta Hanson
Roger and Laura Marvel Dan and Karla Foster
Rod and Ellen Heidel Robert Schmidt
Ben and Cindy Alexander Christine Nelson
Edith Lange Russell Klosinski
Dale and Annie Fischer Elyse Heidel
Irv and Fran Mellenthin Bob and Dolores Keller
Grant Chiropractic (Mark and Julie Grant)
Lakefront Electric (Brian and Rhonda Meyer)
Mark Hill Custom Builders (Mark and Lesa Hill)
We served 550 people and earned $5373.46. This figure
includes $1600.00 of supplemental funds from Thrivent. The profit will be
split equally between the Church Door Fund and the Roof Repair Fund. Thank you
again.
From Camp Lutherhaven: Do you want an adventure this summer? Bring
your friends, family, or come by yourself to Camp Lutherhaven where you can
swim, hike, fish, go boating, climb Muncie Mountain, practice your archery
skills, play sports and games, meet new friends, raid the canteen, and gather
each night around an evening campfire. Choose from a wide variety of unique
camping experiences, and get ready for some excitement! Register online today at
www.lutherhaven.org or find out more information by calling 260-636-7101.
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