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Peace NotesPEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA

Volume 18, Issue 3 November 2013

Inside This Issue

1,050 Ways to Feed the Hungry . . . 2

Congratulations, Murrae! . . . . . . . . 3

Call Committee Profile . . . . . . . . . . 3

O, Give Thanks unto the Lord! . . . . 4

Camp Out for IOCP . . . . . . . . . Insert

Welcome Daniel CorneliussenIt is with great joy that we welcome Daniel Corneliussen to Peace as our new organist and senior choir accompanist . Daniel earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Virginia Tech, his Master of Music degree from Stony Brook University in New York and a Performer Diploma from Indiana University . He has church experience at churches in both Virginia and New York . One of Daniel’s professors says of him, “His performances are very passionate, strong, colorful and imaginative . He has an extraordinary command of repertoire from early to contemporary .” In addition

to the organ, Daniel is proficient as a pianist and harpsichordist . Daniel loves to practice his instrument(s), but when he isn’t doing that he likes to read, cook, cycle and go kayaking . He looks forward to getting a cat soon and plans on naming it after his favorite author, Douglas Adams . In addition to welcoming Daniel to our church community, we also need to thank the members of the search committee for their hard work in finding a new organist . Be sure to thank Benj Cramer, Joni Sutton, Grace Tauring, Melanie Torborg and Judy Wold when you get a chance .

Stewardship IngatheringSunday, November 17

During the week of November 4, a mailing will be sent to congregation members which will include information about this year’s stewardship campaign . This will include goals, a commitment card, and a reminder about Commitment Sunday on November 17 . We thank you in advance for your faithfulness in giving to the ministries of His church .

Join the Choir for Christmas!Rehearsal on Wednesdays from 7:45–8:45 pm

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Peace Notes3695 County Road 101 N, Plymouth, MN 55446tel: 763-478-9406 • fax: 763-478-9561email: peace@peaceofplymouth .orgwww .peaceofplymouth .org

Peace Notes is a monthly newsletter for members and friends of Peace Lutheran Church of Plymouth . The deadline for submissions is the fifteenth of the month prior to publication .

Interim Senior Pastor James NelsonInterim Youth & Family Sue MegrundDirector of Music Benj CramerVolunteer Ministries Judy LubbenParish Nurse Sondra WeinzierlOffice Administrator Anita AndersonNewsletter Layout Donna Daubendiek

COUNCIL COLUMNNotes from the October 8 meeting: Council finalized the hiring of organist Daniel Corneliussen . Val Sorenson and Pastor Jim shared that the Call Committee met again and is working to develop the full church profile and goals of the call . Some committees still need members . Please talk to Judy Lubben if you are interested in helping with a committee . Grace Tauring and Judy Lubben are revising the list of opportunities for memorials and special gifts . Many of the items in the outdated Memorial Booklet have already been purchased . Full approved meeting minutes can be found in the meeting minute binder in the church office . Respectfully submitted,

Mark Weinhandl, secretary

How would you define the word “stewardship?” Is it a matter of the pocket book or a matter of the heart? One of the best definitions of stewardship I have ever heard is this: “Stewardship is everything I do with my life after I say ‘I believe .’” Stewardship isn’t just about money, nor is it just about the sharing of one’s time or talents . Stewardship is about how one spends one’s life . Stewardship is about gratitude . Stewardship is how we say “Thank You” to God for all that God has done and is doing in our lives . Instead of thinking of stewardship as facts and figures and annual campaigns, what if we thought of stewardship as a way of helping do God’s work in the world? In Matthew 22:37b-39, Jesus says, “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind .’ This is the first commandment . And a second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself .’” It is this love — the love God has for us, the love we have for God, and the love we are called to have for one another — that is the lens through which we view what it means to be a faithful steward . At Peace, we will be celebrating Stewardship Sunday on November 17 . On that day, we will indicate our financial support toward doing God’s work in the world through our church . We will do that by asking each household to fill out a pledge card, which you will receive by mail the week of November 4, and returning that pledge card on November 17 . As you fill in that pledge card, I ask you to pray about how grateful you are for all that God has done for you and whether the amount you plan to give for our ministries in 2014 is reflective of your gratitude . Pastor Jim

Help Make 1,050 Sandwiches for the Minnesota Sandwich Project!Sunday, November 3 from 9:40–10:30 am

Yes, that number is correct! We are making One Thousand and Fifty sandwiches that will be delivered to area homeless shelters! This event is for the entire congregation . We will divide up into three teams and have a little friendly competition as families join together to make 350 sandwiches for their team . This is all part of celebrating the 35th anniversary of Peace . (Get it? 350 sandwiches per team, 35 years?) The event will be fun, upbeat and good for people of all ages . This event will be taking place in between services, so our Sunday School children can participate as well! Last year, 28 people at Peace made 500 sandwiches in 20 minutes . So we think we can more than double that number! On Monday morning, these sandwiches will be sent out to help feed people who are hungry . Please contact Sue Megrund at church if you have any questions!

Peace members enjoyed a fun afternoon at Apple Jack Orchards.

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Thanks to all who brought pillowcases for the sundress project. Eleven women came on October 19 to assemble the dresses. There were 23 dresses on display in the narthex. Even more are partially started and will be finished later.

Concordia College Alumni Achievement Award2013 Recipient Murrae N. Freng, 1946

Murrae Freng of Plymouth, Minnesota, has enjoyed a long and distinguished career as a band and choral conductor in Brooten, Minnesota, and Alexandria, Minnesota, high schools . He served as executive director of the Minnesota State High School League for 15 years where he guided the activities of high school athletics, music, speech and drama . He was

a leader in instituting gender equity and the evolution of high school women’s athletics in Minnesota . He is a charter member of the halls of fame of the Minnesota Music Educators Association and the Minnesota State High School League, and is the recipient of the F . Melius Christiansen Memorial Award . Freng inspired countless students to pursue excellence, and he is widely respected for working for the betterment of others .

OFFICIAL ACTS

Call Committee UpdateThe Call Committee has met twice in October and we have begun the process to make a call for a Senior Pastor . Our first step is to fill out a profile that explains who we are and where we see our church going . After this profile is submitted, we will be matched up with some candidates . The Call Committee will then sift through them, do interviews, attend services, and pray . When the decision is made, it will be brought to the congregation for a vote . Currently, the Call Committee is working through the profile . This is an integral part of the process . We do need some help from the congregation . We will have some small group discussions, each led by a member of the Call Committee to discuss what the goals of the church are, how we would define Peace as it is and the direction we would like to go . We will hold these discussions on Sunday, November 10 between services . If you cannot attend, there will be a survey available for your input . We are thankful for your support during this time . We are hopeful and excited to move along in this process . Please, feel free to talk with any of the members of the committee with any questions, comments, or concerns .

CALLING A NEW PASTOR

IN MEMORIAMKaren G. EideDecember 21, 1947 – October 6, 2013

“We are more than conquerors through Christ Jesus who loved us.” – Romans 8:37

MARRIAGEKayla Berg & Chris GreenwoodOctober 12, 2013

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LOOKING AHEADMark your calendar for these upcoming worship opportunities:

First Sunday in AdventSunday, December 1 8:30 and 10:45 am Worship

Sunday School Christmas ProgramSunday, December 15 at 10:45 am

Christmas Music FestivalSunday, December 22 at 4:00 pm

Christmas EveTuesday, December 24 3:30 pm Lessons and Carols5:00 pm Candlelight Communion Worship

First Sunday after ChristmasSunday, December 29 8:30 and 10:45 am WorshipNo Sunday School

Thanksgiving WorshipWednesday, November 27 at 7:00 pm

Join us for a service of thanksgiving and remembrance as we gather together before the national holiday of Thanksgiving . What a wonderful worship opportunity this is to pause and give thanks to God for all God has done for us . Bring your family and friends who will be in town for the Thanksgiving weekend .

Following worship we invite you to a gathering in the narthex to enjoy conversation with our church family over pie, coffee and apple cider . Please bring a pie of your choice to share . We will, of course, hope for some pumpkin pie — but bring any kind of pie that you enjoy . Whipped cream and ice cream to top the pie will be provided!

NOVEMBER hot sheetWhat’s hot and happenin’ at Peace!

PEACE-FULL NIGHTS SCHEDULEWednesdays, November 6 and 20

4:15–5:00 BeginningHandbells MusicRoom5:15–6:30 BuffetDinner FellowshipHall6:00–6:30 LargeGroupConfirmation ActivityRoom6:00–6:30 HighSchoolHandbells MusicRoom6:15–7:00 HallelujahChorus(2nd–5thgrade) Sanctuary6:30–7:00 ConfirmationHandchimes MusicRoom6:30–7:30 HighSchoolOasis YouthRoom6:30–7:30 AdultBibleStudy FiresideRoom7:00–7:30 SmallGroupConfirmation AssignedRooms7:00–7:45 CelebrationSingers(November6) Sanctuary7:45–8:45 AdultHandbells MusicRoom7:45–8:45 SeniorChoir Sanctuary

No classes will be held on November 13, during Families Moving Forward.

The Thanksgiving Eve worship service will be held at 7:00 pm on November 27. No dinner or classes will be held. Choirs will warm-up before worship and Senior Choir will rehearse following the service.

ADULT FORUMSunday, November 10

CallCommitteeConsensusMinistry Priority

OWLS Volunteer OpportunityNovember 6 and 7 Meet at Church to Carpool at 8:30 am

TheOlder,WiserLutheranSeniorswillbegoingtoserveatSharingandCaringHands.Weneedsixtotenpeopleeachday.Pleasesignuptohelponthebulletinboardinthenarthex.If youhavequestions,pleasecontactKathieKolbjornsen.

FAMILIES MOVING FORWARDNovember 10–17

Pleaseconsiderhelpingwiththisimportantministry.YoucanhelpbygivingafewhoursofyourtimetoservethehomelessfamiliesthatwillmakePeacetheirhomeforthisspecialweek.Questions:callPamHughesat763‑478‑6302orJeanSwansonat763‑557‑6046.FamiliesMovingForwardisaprogramofBeaconInterfaithHousingCollaborative.

IOCP Family Sleep Out!Saturday, November 9

TheannualIOCPsleepoutishereandthisyear,ALLfamiliesareinvitedtocampoutatPeace!Wewillberaisingmoneyandawarenessforthiswonderfulorganizationinourcommunity. Comeandsetupyourcampsitebetween3:00–5:30 pm.At 5:45 pmwewillheaddowntoIOCPtogetherforthekick‑offwheretherewillbeaCommunityBlockParty.Therewillbegreatmusicbytheband“Tapestry,”andfoodtruckswillprovidefoodforpurchase.Then,wewillheadbacktoPeaceforacampfire,s’moresandsomefamilyhangouttime. Somepeoplesetuptents,otherssleepintheircars.Itisuptoyouandyourfamilyhowyouwouldliketo“Camp Out.”(If youfeelyourchildrenaretooyoungtostayovernight,youarewelcometoparticipateintheeveningactivitiesonly.) PleasecontactSueMegrundatchurchifyouhaveanyquestionsorwouldliketoparticipate!

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October 22, 2013

8 :30 am Worship with Holy Communion Senior Choir 10:30 am Worship with Holy Communion

Confirmation Hand C hime Choir

8 :30 am Worship Senior Choir

10:30 am Worship Celebration Singers

8 :30 am Worship with Holy CommunionAdult Handbell Choir

10:30 am Worship with Holy CommunionAdult Handbell Choir

8 :30 am Worship Senior Choir

10:30 am WorshipHallelujah Chorus and Sunday School Choir

Calendar of Peace Lutheran Church of Plymouth

November 2013

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3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 Veterans Day

12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

All Saints Sunday 8:30 a Worship 9:40 a Sandwich Making Event10:45 a Worship

8:00 a ROMEO6:00 p Den # 37:00 p Wayzata Women’s Chorus

9:30 a Staff Mtg5:30 p Executive Committee Meeting7:00 p All-Church Committee Night

8:30 a OWLS

Peace-Full Night#8 (see the schedule on the back of page)

8:30 a OWLSIOCP Sleep Out

Pentecost 25 8:30 a Worship 9:35 a S. School 9:40 Adult Forum10:45 a Worship 4:00 p Families Moving Forward Begins

7:00 p WWC

9:30 a Staff Mtg12:30 p Faith and Hope Circles meet7:00 p Congregation Council Meeting

9:00 a Quilting

Evening “Town Meeting” to be held by the Call Committee for all church members.

Pentecost 26Stewardship Sunday 7:00 a FMF Ends 8:30 a Worship 9:30 a Ed Hour10:45 a Worship

7:00 p WWC 9:30 a Staff mtg. 8:00 a Women’s Breakfast Club

Peace-Full Night#9 (see the schedule on the back of page)

2:30 p Den 87:00 p Knitting Club

2:30 pTroop 14192

Christ the King 8:30 a Worship 9:30 a Ed Hour10:45 a Worship

6:15 pTroop 145137:00 p WWC

9:00 a Quilting9:30 a Staff mtg.

Thanksgiving Eve7:00 p WorshipStay for Fellowship & Pie

The Qué Tal Language Program meets at Peace Mondays—Thursdays (school days) from 2:15 to 3:45 p.m.TreeHouse meets at Peace on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 9 p.m.

Sharing & Caring Hands Sharing & Caring Hands

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Thanksgiving DayOffice Closed Office Closed

November 3 — All Saints’ Sunday

November 10 — Pentecost 25

November 17 — Pentecost 26

November 24 — Christ the King Sunday

Families Moving Forward November 10-17