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THE CROWNICLETHE CROWNICLE
1141 Cardinal Street Chaska, MN 55318
952-448-3230 www.crownofglory.org
April 2015
Senior Pastor Matthew Bersagel
Pastor of Youth & Family Ministry Reggie Klindworth
Director of Worship & Music Dennis Wallisch
Director of Children’s Ministry Laura Root
Director of Nursery Sarah Hennes
Office Administrator Carri Tuma
Organist Franco Holder
Financial Manager Ashley Pederson
Treasurer Jill Nelson
Custodian Ross Feldman
Groundskeeper Jerry Thissen
Council PRESIDENT Doug Sayles
VICE PRESIDENT Laura Hauck SECRETARY
Nicole Washburn
Jennifer Keenan Lori Tuomala Ted Hershey Bob Lindall
Lori Robinson
Address: 1141 Cardinal Street Chaska, MN 55318
Telephone: 952-448-3230 Fax: 952-448-5049
Website: www.crownofglory.org
Office Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
STAFF A MESSAGE FROM PASTOR MATT Yahoo for volunteers. Over 60 households have responded already committing hundreds of hours of assistance to our building project. It is all willing souls, giving of themselves. And, it isn't just the walls of steel and wood that are torn down. Listen to how Gretchen Pierskalla from our Isaiah Action Team describes this next phase of the project. As de-construction begins, we will be breaking down walls and opening doors. It is what Jesus did in his ministry on earth. Breaking down walls and opening doors is the ongoing work of the church: creating spaces for people to gather and work where there once was no place, creating something new from something old, and creating something where there was nothing. This is what God does in creation and is still doing in and through us now. As you join in, think of the new life we are creating room for. Our groundbreaking on the 29th of March declared our purpose to Open Hearts, Hands, Home. The arrival of our Mission Builder Team from all corners of the USA declares that we are not just a local project; we are a ministry reborn in the faith of many Pilgrims who love seeing congregations move forward to meet the needs of a changing world. Thank you for being a part of this great effort. What better celebration of the resurrection of Christ than to renew our commitment to great ministry, events, gatherings in great spaces for decades to come!
Shalom, Pastor Matt Bersagel
GROUND BREAKING - SUNDAY, MARCH 29 Litany of Groundbreaking Leader: “for everything there is a season, People: and a time for every matter under heaven; Leader: a time to break down and a time to build up” People: A time to throw away stones, and a time to gather stones together, Leader: Redeemer and our Sustainer; People: We gather to break this ground and commit ourselves to creating new opportunities for people in this community of faith, Leader: Mindful of Jesus Christ We influence this world People: for a new way of seeing and living Leader: this new building will be a place of learning and worship People: a community of care for people of all walks of life and all ages Leader: a community of grace for all of God’s children People: an open door to people of any nation or race Leader: We tear down old walls so that a new day may emerge People: We break open the ground that Christ may break open hearts and minds All: Bless all who will be served here. Bless all who will be equipped to serve here. Bless all who will be sent into the world by what happens here. Leader: God of grace and glory, People: The skies and highest heavens cannot contain you, much less a structure made by human hands. You make yourself known among your people in many bold ways. Shine through us as a beacon of your life and love for all of humanity. Bless the construction of sacred space. Bless volunteers and staff. Bless our Mission Builders, who come to lead us and to show us how. Bless all the contributions of support, care and love, Bless the strength and safety of everyone involved. Bless all who have dreamed of this project and have longed for this day. AMEN. AMEN. AMEN. Doxology: Praise God from whom all blessings flow, praise God all creatures here below, praise God above the heavenly host, praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost Leader: Go in Peace to Open Hearts, Hands, Home People: Thanks be to God!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
WORSHIP SCHEDULE SATURDAY 5:30 p.m. Worship/Sunday School SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Worship/Sunday School NURSERY The nursery is staffed during Saturday and Sunday worship services. If you are interested in volunteering in the nursery or have questions, please feel free to contact Sarah Hennes. LIVE STREAMING We now are live streaming our services so you never have to miss worship no matter where you are. Grab your coffee, grab your computer or mobile device and go to www.crownofglory.org and click on the USTREAM icon. Wait for the live feed to load and enjoy! You can even follow Crown of Glory through this
service so that every time we broadcast a worship service you will receive an email alert.
HOLY WEEK HOLY WEEK AT COG We witness the Lord’s supper and the stripping of the altar on Maundy Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 p.m. and prepare our hearts for the pain and suffering Christ endured on Good Friday, April 3. The Chancel Choir will present Gabriel Faure’s Requiem on this evening at 6:30 p.m. We recognize this week is spring break for many schools in the area, but encourage all of you to partake in these very special worship services.
EASTER WORSHIP
EASTER WORSHIP—April 5
We will hold 3 services this year on Easter: 8:00, 9:15 and 10:30 a.m. Come hear the Easter message of the resurrection!
CARE MINISTRY WE PRAY FOR… Those in need of healing... Rob Rudrud, Lindsey Conti, Robyn David, Linda Buhr, Tess Lubansky, Thor Swanson, Abby Lecy-Lindall, Shelly Larson, Ben Puzzo, Ryan Hjelmstad, Tom Worthley, Karen Carlson, Pastor Karl Nyline, Rifkatu Amos, Jeff Bartz, Sonja Tollefsrud, Ron Glense, Larry McLaughlin, Ivan Clarke, Pastor Dave Garwick, David Miller, Bob Schilz, Robin Martin, Kathy Evert, Richard Anderson, Lori Honold and Dorothy Golden. Those who celebrate Baptism… Sunday, March 22 We welcome Finley Louise Schneider into the Body of Christ through the sacrament of Holy Baptism. Finley’s parents are Ashley and Jeff Schneider. Her sponsors are Amanda Rome an Sam Wickenhauser. We pray for her growth in faith within her home and within the community of the church. Those who mourn… Mark Gilson and his family as they mourn the loss of his grandmother, Kathy Evert. John Varone and his family as they mourn the loss of his mother, Jane George. Bob and Mary Lindall and their families as they mourn the loss of their nephew, Thor Swanson. Pastor Matt and his family as they mourn the loss of his mother, Shirley Bersagel and the loss of his father Ed. Those serving our country in the military... Bryan Lundquist, Dave Gillett, Duane Cavalier, Arthur Taylor, Brandon Erickson and Kyle Zincke. PASTORAL NEEDS If you have pastoral needs such as baptisms, hospital visits, marriage preparation, in times of stress, transition or grief or if you want to get involved in the life of the congregation, please contact Pastor Matt or Pastor Reggie. CARING HANDS This team responds to the special needs of families within our congregation. For more information, contact [email protected]. JOB TRANSITION MINISTRY TEAM If you are currently in need of employment, let us know what type of employment you seek or if you know of a job opportunity. You can visit the Crown of Glory website under Ministries -Job Transition Ministry. You may also contact the church office or Bob Chinnock at [email protected] or 952-443-2506.
FAITH LIFE AT COG NEW MEMBER DINNER & ORIENTATION Wednesday, April 15 at 5:15 p.m., join us for dinner followed by a new member orientation discussion. If you would like to attend this class or would like more information, please contact Carri in the church office or Pastor Matt.
BAPTISM ORIENTATION For parents wishing to baptize their child or for anyone who would like to be baptized as a youth or adult. The next Baptism conversation is April 12 at 11:15 a.m. Please contact Pastor Matt or Pastor Reggie, if you would like to attend this class. BIBLE STUDY AND FAITH DISCUSSION Sundays from 11:05 a.m.-noon We will examine our faith with guidance from the Bible Let’s see where this leads us Everyone is welcome No homework Drop in whenever you can We need you
MILESTONES FIRST COMMUNION STUDENTS CELEBRATE! Students will receive their First Communion on Thursday, April 2 at the 6:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday worship service. We rejoice with these children and their families as they experience this milestone. The following students will receive their First Communion: Haley Goemer, Tyler Hill, Tristan Hill, Jackson Jorgensen and Noah Karau. Our thanks to Peter Potter who led the students in making a clay chalice for their First Communion experience!
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY SEEKING SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS & LEADERS The Children’s Ministry is still seeking Sunday school teacher/leaders for 2015! We offer coaching and training to help get you oriented to a classroom setting! Teachers are not expected to teach all year. Sign up for one or more sessions, according to your schedule! Those interested can contact Laura Root, the Director of Children’s Ministry. CROWN OF GLORY VBS! We’re excited to announce our VBS dates June 15-19. The schedule for the week: Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19. The cost per camper is $35. We welcome our new VBS partnership with the staff of Good Earth Village bible camp this year. Due to construction, we will be hosting this year’s VBS at Valley Free Church located at 150 Engler Blvd, Chaska. Registration begins Monday, April 27 and is open to all children 3 years old (must be fully potty trained) to completed 5th grade. We are looking for host families again this year to provide housing for our camp
counselors. To register for VBS or to provide housing for camp staff, please contact Laura Root.
YOUTH MINISTRY CARE PACKAGE EVENT The date for the next Care Package Event will be Sunday, April 12. Meet at CoG after the 10:00 a.m. worship service. It is OK if you cannot attend. Please contact Kim Gallagher to submit your student’s name and address so we can make sure all our college and military receive a care package. Kim Gallagher @ [email protected]. If you are unable to attend this event but would like to drop off items for the boxes or make a donation for postage, you can drop them in the office and label them College Care Packages.
CONFIRMATION MINISTRY WEDNESDAY CONFIRMATION NIGHT AT COG! Our Wednesday night program ministries begin at 5:15 p.m. with Family Dinner. Come and enjoy a great meal and fellowship! Confirmation Schedule Wednesday Nights at Crown of Glory
5:15-6:15pm Family Dinner! 6:15-6:30pm Small Group Dinner Clean-up 6:30-7:10pm Confirmation Gathering in the Sanctuary
CONFIRMATION EVENT NIGHT: FAMILY NIGHT IN APRIL! Confirmation Family Night will be Wednesday, April 15! We will be celebrating our Family Night with musical guests from CTI Musical Ministries! The band is called “CTI 14:22”. For a brief introduction of the band, check out the following link! http://vimeo.com/103857495. Come and enjoy a fun-filled evening of Christian praise music. Confirmation students and their families are welcome at this event. The show begins 6:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary, and there is no cost! This is a congregational event and all are welcome to attend! CONFIRMATION FAMILY NIGHT: LODGING NEEDED We are seeking lodging for each member of the band on Wednesday evening April 15. Band members will be leaving Thursday morning, April 16. If your family is willing to host ONE or MORE members of the band for just ONE night, please contact Pastor Reggie. CONFIRMATION APRIL SERVICE EVENT NIGHT: FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN Confirmation service event is Wednesday, April 22 at the Chanhassen Feed My Starving Children. There will be no Confirmation Gathering or small group. Departure time will be 5:30 p.m. from Crown of Glory. Parent-drivers will be needed.
CONFIRMATION FIELD TRIPS! Confirmation students will begin their annual field trips this spring. Each grade attends a different field trip experience. The sites include Bertas Funeral Home in Chaska (6th grade students); the Carver County Jail in Chaska (7th grade students) and Bet-Shalom Temple in Minnetonka (8th grade students). All dates are TBD. Details for each grade/trip will be sent to each confirmation student and their family. REGISTRATION FOR GREEN LAKE CONFIRMATION CAMP BEGINS! Registration for Camp is now open for Confirmation Chrysalis Crew! Confirmation Summer Camp dates are set for Sunday June 21—Friday June 26! All CoG Confirmation students are expected to attend camp at least once prior to 9th grade. Starting this year, ALL 7th grade students will be expected to attend Confirmation Camp. Crown of Glory offers a partial scholarship to each family to help supplement the cost of camp. NOTE: Confirmation students may choose to attend a different camp and still receive a congregational scholarship! Please contact Pastor Reggie for more information regarding student scholarships.
SENIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY SENIOR HIGH YOUTH NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING! We have 11 senior high youth who have committed to attending the ELCA National Youth Gathering in Detroit! The Gathering dates are July 14-20! Our next team meeting is Tuesday, April 7 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary. For more information, contact Pastor Reggie!
ADULT FELLOWSHIP MEN’S PUB MINISTRY IN APRIL Men’s Pub Ministry is a social ministry for all men! Invite a friend! Come and enjoy an evening out with friends or make new friends! Of course, all are welcome to attend, and non-alcoholic drinks are available! It’s never too late to join! This month we head to Minneapolis to LynLake Brewery! Check out their line up! They have seasonal and casks! See their website for more details at http://www.lynlakebrewery.com/beers/ LynLake Brewery is located at 2934 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis. Please join us on Thursday, April 16 starting at 6:30 p.m. until about 8:00 p.m.! As always, there will be food provided, good company and a promise of hearty conversations! If you are interested in joining or want to join a car-pool, please contact Pastor Reggie! LUTHERAN WOMEN GONE WILD Join the ladies at Dangerfield’s in Shakopee on April 23 at 5:00 p.m. for happy hour and 6:00 p.m. for dinner. Contact Kim Gallagher for more information. [email protected]
OUTREACH MINISTRY MONTHLY PLEDGE TO THE BOUNTIFUL BASKET FOOD SHELF April’s goal is to collect 100 personal care items. Donations should be placed in the shopping cart in the fellowship area. Thank you for your contributions! FARE FOR ALL! Crown of Glory will host the next Fare For All event on Thursday, April 30 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. For more information, please contact our site coordinator, Angie Zuelke, at [email protected] or by calling Pastor Reggie at 952-448-323, ext. 102. LOAVES AND FISHES APRIL 21— 5:00 P.M. Loaves and Fishes serves a meal on the third Tuesday of the month at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 350 Atwood Street S. in Shakopee. Questions? Please contact Jay Whiting at (w) 952-746-6325 or (h) 952-496-0959. FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD UPDATE April 5-12: Contact Faith Lutheran in Waconia. 952-442-2101 Future hosting dates include June 29-July 5, Sept. 27-Oct 4. Future sign-up links will be posted in the website newsletter. Contact the church office with questions about staying involved with Families Moving Forward. . SAFE FAMILIES A new opportunity has came up as COG becomes a facilitator for members who would like to host children in need, in their own homes. Pamphlets will be available at the Welcome Desk. SafeFamilies is a program that is short term foster care, family friends/advice or babysitters for foster families. These are not county foster care, but the step before, and it's all volunteer through a Christian-based program.
Since 2005, Safe Families for Children has offered sanctuary to thousands of children, minimizing the risk for abuse or neglect and giving parents the time and tools they need to help their families thrive. The ultimate goal is to strengthen and support parents so they can become Safe Families for their own children.
You choose when to get involved and how long. E-mails are sent to you in a weekly distribution list, and you choose the situation you'd like to be involved with, or take no action. From Lori, 'My family has benefited greatly by seeing needs and having our eyes opened in new ways. We don't share our address or last name and have the option of privacy at our discretion. We've had three different placements, one for a weekend, one for two weeks and one for a month. They become part of whatever your family is doing and all involved learn from each other. I have been educated on how many need help, even for short term, to get back on their feet and avoid escalated situations that could be much worse without help.'
FELLOWSHIP & SMALL GROUPS
BOOK CLUB April’s book is: The Good Girl by Mary Kubica. You are invited to read the book and come for a book discussion on Monday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Crown of Glory Church. Please contact Dianne Larson if you have any questions @ [email protected]. May’s book is: Ghost Boy by Martin Pistorius FAITHFUL KNOTTERS The quilters meet on Monday afternoons from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the home of Barb Meyer. We would love to have more people join our group to either sew or tie knots. We have quite a few quilts ready to give to someone in need. For more information, please feel free to contact Barb Meyer at 952-217-5357 FAITHFUL KNITTERS Looking for a small group to join? We are a group that likes to do things with our hands. We knit – crochet – sew – etc. Please join the Faithful Knitters on Tuesday evenings for laughter, conversation, friendship and devotions. Little ones are welcome. (No nursery.) We meet every Tuesday evening from 6:30—8:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Carol Hauck @ [email protected]. TABLE OF 8 MINISTRY Table of 8 connects members of the church around a meal. Eight people are paired together and given two months to connect, have a meal together, socialize and build connections within our community at Crown of Glory. If you are interested in participating in this fun and relaxed ministry, please contact Megan Gruis at [email protected].
BUILDING COMMITTEE NEWS
BUILDING EXPANSION VOLUNTEER SURVEY AND PROJECT UPDATE To sign up for specific work, we plan to use a white board in the Narthex and “VolunteerSpot” on the internet As of April 1, three of the eight Mission Builders are here There will be needs for volunteers all Summer and Fall doing a wide variety of tasks Questions or comments on volunteering can be directed to Bob Chinnock
Volunteer Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CM23GDR
SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK & TWITTER Consider joining the Facebook page and add updates about what you are participating in at church or other thoughts on: thanks, prayer requests, etc.
Check it out on the COG Facebook page. Look for our group page. You can also follow us on Twitter: @crownofglory41.
APRIL 2015
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 6:30 Chancel Choir
2 MAUNDY THURSDAY 6:30 Worship 7:00 CODA
3 GOOD FRIDAY 6:30 Worship
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5 EASTER 8:00 Worship 9:15 Worship 10:30 Worship
6 OFFICE CLOSED 1:00 Faithful Knotters 7:00 Boy Scouts
7 10:00 Staff 6:00 Faithful Knitters 6:00 National Youth Gathering Meeting
8 5:15 Family Dinner 5:30 Youth Band 6:00 Connect 6:30 The Gathering 7:15 Chancel Choir 7:15 Confirmation Small Groups 8:15 Servant Song
9 7:00 CODA
10 11 5:30 Worship
12 8:30 Worship//Sunday School 10:00 Worship/Sunday School/Connect to the Word 11:15 Baptism Orientation 11:15 Bible Study
13 10:00 Worship Staff 1:00 Faithful Knotters 7:00 Boy Scouts
14 10:00 Staff 5:00 Loaves & Fishes 6:00 Faithful Knitters
15 5:15 Family Dinner/New Member Dinner 5:30 Youth Band 6:00 New Member Orientation 6:00 Connect At FMSC 6:30 Confirmation Family Night 7:15 Chancel Choir 8:15 Servant Song
16 6:30 Men’s Pub Ministry 7:00 CODA
17
18 5:30 Worship
19 8:30 Worship//Sunday School 10:00 Worship/Prihoda Baptism/Sunday School/Connect to the Word 11:15 Bible Study
20 10:00 Worship Staff 1:00 Faithful Knotters 7:00 Boy Scouts
21 10:00 Staff 6:00 Faithful Knitters
22 5:15 Family Dinner 5:30 Youth Band 5:30 Confirmation Youth to FMSC 6:00 Connect 7:15 Chancel Choir 8:15 Servant Song
23 5:00 Lutheran Women Gone Wild 7:00 CODA
24 7:00 P.P.W
25 5:30 Worship
26 8:30 Worship//Sunday School 10:00 Worship/Sunday School/Connect to the Word 11:15 Bible Study
27 10:00 Worship Staff 1:00 Faithful Knotters 6:30 Book Club 7:00 Boy Scouts
28 10:00 Staff 6:00 Faithful Knitters
29 5:15 Family Dinner 5:30 Youth Band 6:00 Connect 6:30 The Gathering 7:15 Chancel Choir 7:15 Confirmation Small Groups 8:15 Servant Song
30 4:00 Fare For All
1141 Cardinal Street Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-3230 www.crownofglory.org