VBS was the

greatest!!!!!!!!

Apostle

Presbyterian

Church

September, 2012

The task of the modern Christian educator is not to cut down jun-gles but to irri-gate deserts. C.S. Lewis

Dear Friends,

Since January, 2012 I have

been contracted at Apostle

for 30 hours a week how-

ever it still amazes me how

quickly 30 hours can evap-

orate!! I look around at all

the needs and know there

are some HUGE cracks

some things have slipped

thru. One of those is

Christian Education—

despite the fact we just cel-

ebrated a VERY success-

ful week of Vacation Bible

School, I know more needs

to be done. Hazel John-

son is our elder charged

with keeping Christian Ed-

ucation moving. This is

not an easy task as there

are so many different ideas

these days!

I served a church as a con-

firmation teacher for a

long period of time. I had

always thought I was

meant to work with early

elementary age kids but I

fell totally in love with

confirmation age (7th-8th

graders) which was a

great surprise for me.

THE ROCK AND THE

RABBI, a musical about

the relationship between

Jesus and Peter, came to

The Fireside Theatre in

Fort Atkinson. I so bad-

ly wanted to take my en-

tire confirmation class

but knew this would be a

financial burden for sev-

eral families. NOT TO

WORRY thought I!! I

will go to the session and

ask them to fund this op-

portunity, using money

from an endowment left

to the church many,

many years ago for Sun-

day School. I knew

there was about 5 times

the amount we needed in

that account. I got on

the agenda, I went happi-

ly to the session but

came away very sad.

The session had many

questions, as they should

of course. Would I be

taking the kids out of

worship? (NO!! I don’t

believe in ANY activity

that takes anyone away

from their church during

worship! We would be

attending a Sunday af-

ternoon production)

How did I plan to get all

the kids to Fort Atkin-

son? (I had asked to rent

a small bus from the lo-

cal senior center who

was only too happy to

provide not only the van

but a driver FREE OF

CHARGE) I really

thought I had everything

in order!!! HOWEVER,

after many questions,

one of the elders said

‘Well, I am sorry Cathy

but we can’t give you

this money.” I am cer-

tain at that point my face

registered what the rest

of my head was experi-

encing—complete and

utter shock. The elder

continued, “ you see,

this money was left for

SUNDAY SCHOOL

and since this isn’t on a

Sunday morning as part

of Sunday School, we

can’t fund it” I tried

everything I could think

of to help the elders see

Special Note!Special Note!

The Apostle Newslet-

ter is published

monthly by Apostle

Presbyterian Church

Newsletter deadline

is the 3rd Monday of

the month.

Articles of news and

updates are welcome.

Pastors Message 1-2

Germany Highlights 4-5-

Music Notes 6-7

Upcoming Events 7

Mission 8-10

Christian Education 11

Prayer & Praise 17

Inside this issue:

Message from our Pastor

ACTS OF APOSTLE

September 2012 ACTS OF APOSTLE

that a jillion years ago when the money was left, Sunday was the only Christian Ed offering. Things have

changed so much now that we can have Christian Ed any day, at any time!!! If we are wise we don’t just see

Christian Ed as a place for children on Sunday Morning!! If we don’t change the way we think, we will die. If

we don’t serve people where they are, when they can come to church for an educational opportunity, we have

lost sight of what Christian Ed is all about. I couldn’t persuade this session to see it differently however. I

understand that currently even more money is sitting there waiting to be used but any request is denied unless

it is SUNDAY SCHOOL, meaning for children on Sunday morning. How sad.

We are blessed to have a very forward thinking elder in Hazel Johnson. She sees Christian Education as a

much different deal. She can wrap her head around almost any idea. She doesn’t necessarily look at how

many folks we think will come to an event; she is up to try ANYTHING with an open mind. Nothing is ever

carved in stone; Hazel is always open to “tweaking” to make something better for Apostle. When I think of

the entire session, that is the personality I see—fiscally responsible certainly but open to try new ideas, new

ways to doing ministry and being church. What a great personality!!

My question then is, are YOU open to new ideas, new ways of doing ministry, new and different opportunities

OR do you say “We tried that 25 years ago and it didn’t work” or worse yet use the 8 words heard in a dying

church “we have never done it that way before”?

WOW (Worship On Wednesday) will begin Wednesday October 3. We are set to do WOW just a tad bit dif-

ferent than we did last year. Why don’t you join us? We are also set to have a game night at church on

Wednesday November 14. We are going to celebrate Thanksgiving worship AT APOSTLE on Wednesday

November 21. I don’t care if we have 3 people or 30 or 300 as I never judge success in terms of numbers of

people. Maybe in the past these things HAVE been tried and were seen as a failure, maybe they will be again.

But I look very much forward to our fall schedule!! Will you be there??

Come—irrigate the desert as C.S.Lewis said. What can it hurt???

See you in church!!

Cathy

A Message From Our Pastor—Continued

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. August 1st, Hazel Johnson opened her home to about a dozen committee moderators, group and program planners who worked very hard to prepare for our next church school year. There were many good ideas shared and exciting opportunities planned for the upcoming months. We hope you will all take advantage of these opportunities for worship, fun and fellowship. Watch the bulletins and newsletters for information as they happen……………………………...

CALENDAR PLANNING MEETING

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Apostle family, By Mike & Lexi Westphal

We would like to share our Spiritual journey to Germany with you.

We were happy to see the historical sites and the thriving cities of Berlin and Hanover. The cities were

clean and full of people walking or riding bikes and chattering in German. We enjoyed our train rides.

It was all beautiful, especially the breathtaking Cathedrals. We also walked through the Gates of Baby-

lon dating from sixth century B.C. Our visit to the World War II Memorial was a somber poignant

memory.

From a historian genealogist perspective what really captured my heart was the two villages of Schulen-

burg and Jeinsen the home of my ancestors. Both nestled in the countryside quaint and quiet with goth-

ic style homes, red slate roofs and brick paved winding streets. The historic Leine River Bridge that

leads to the Calenburg Castle ruins stands between the two villages and can only be crossed one car at a

time. The existing stone bridge with its three elliptical arches on two river piers was built in 1751. It’s

made of chalk sandstone blocks. On the coat of arms stone it’s dated with a monogram of King George ll.

In Schulenburg I could look over a low brick wall in the back yard and see the Marienburg Castle and

towers blending gray in the clouds. I will also treasure our peaceful walk on a path behind the back

yards along the wildflowers, the wheat fields and the flowing Leine River. This walk brought us to the

old St Thomas Church.

The door of the church was opened with a very old large skeleton type key with a cross in the circle. The

pews were narrow and straight with large Christian symbols hand carved on the top of the side pews.

The white baptism font beckons one to touch its spiritual works and beauty. The painting, stained glass

windows and back wall of magnificent organ pipes were awesome. The present church was built in 1856.

However there are art works in the church that date from the 1500's. It was quite an experience to turn

the pages and know my name was written in German script in the old church books.

At the ruins of the Calenburg Castle I could smell the scents of the overgrown vines and dense woods

growing in the ruins. This was a place familiar to my ancestors. My cousin told me he once found a can-

non ball in the ruins.

In Jeinsen in the St George Church of my ancestors is also a beautiful baptism font that stands out

white, pure and everlasting. This church is approximately 862 years old today and was built in early

Gothic style. From it still stands the original tower. During excavations around the grounds they found

the remains of a relief plate from the ninth century. The church was dedicated to the Patron Saint

George and also renovated in 1400 with a brick nave. In 1431 the oldest existing bronze bell was dedi-

cated to Mary. St George stands among trees and a brick court yard. One can only see the tower of the

church from afar. The newer part of the church today dates from 1781. Again my name was written in

the old church books. What was really amazing is there is a rock that was found near the church before

any church was built. This rock is carved of what is believed to be Mary and baby Jesus. Meaning

Christianity in the area and the devotion to Mary was being practiced before the church was built. It is

a well hidden very early artifact of the church and it is covered and protected today.

Our favorite daily life experience in Germany was Ilsa and Frittz's 50th Wedding Anniversary weekend.

They were married in the St George church of Ilsa’s childhood in Jeinsen.

On the eve of their anniversary, the village women came striding down the street at 10:00 pm (it was

still light out) carrying the handmade wreaths of boxwood leaves to hang above their door for good luck.

They also spread rose petals on their stoop and helped to make all of the delicious food for the party. At

A Memorable Trip of a Lifetime— Germany—How Beautiful!!!!

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3:00 A.M. three little old ladies were arguing over how to make the canapés. Each lady wanted to make it their own way. It was quite humorous and warmed our hearts to see such friendship and camaraderie.

The next day the couple was greeted by all the neighbors. Even the Burgmeister (Mayor} came to honor

the couple for their fifty years together. In the early evening hours the Schulenburg band stopped by for a

little visit, to congratulate the couple, and then played German music for everyone.

On our first Sunday morning in Germany we opened our window and peered out over the village (there

are no screens on any windows) . Then we heard the bells of St Thomas church ring out joyously loud and

clear. We listened in awe and quiet contentment, thinking of our own 50 year marriage next year.

At the St Thomas church the door was decorated for the couple with fresh greenery. As the organ played

the Pastor walked with the couple to the sanctuary and church service was held in their honor. Tobias, a

grandson and gifted musician, played Ava Maria on his Saxophone. The church service was spoken in

German and is like our own at Apostle. After the service they were surprised by a horse and carriage ride

to the Bier Garden. As German tradition warrants, we gathered outside to welcome the couple with cham-

pagne and orange juice. When they arrived we said a toast and watched as they tossed their glasses be-

hind them. We cheered as the glasses shattered a sign of good luck. For dinner we feasted on Roast Stag

and Pork, Potatoes, Red Cabbage and Vegetables while we listened to live German music by the Quindel

boys. Dessert consisted of a full table of sweets to choose from but my favorite was Ilsa's Frankfurter cake.

Ilsa kindly gave the recipe to my daughter Taniya so she could take a piece of Ilsa home with her. This

lady is famous in the village for her Frankfurter with good reason. It's sublime.

The sixth great grandson Thorsten Quinde, is the Elder of the St Thomas church today, from which comes

our first Quindel in Germany. He is also the village historian and was our enlightening tour guide. He

lives with his wife Petra and two children Tobias and Johanna on ancestral farm land. His parents live

with him in an addition built on to the home. They all graciously shared with us our mutual family herit-

age. They also shared with us their traditions and daily life. We learned some German words and

laughed a lot. My granddaughter even went to school with Johanna one day.

Germany is a very progressive country. Health care is acceptable and equal for all. Education for chil-

dren is equal for all. Children go to school year round and learn to speak English. They use public trans-

portation. Alcohol is allowed at sixteen. Driving permits are granted at age 18 usually after graduation.

No fire arms are allowed unless you have joined a club and have waited three years for a permit. There

are no air conditioners. Germany is very clean and environmentally conscious. They use glass instead of

plastic. There are 300 kinds of German bread and potatoes. The beds have no box spring and are very

low. They don’t use top sheets and each person has his own comforter folded in half on the bed. No one

eats in the kitchen and they use bread boards for a light lunch or supper. The only soda in Germany is

Coca Cola and Coca Cola Light. German families adopt unwanted or sick animals from Poland or France.

We all agreed it was an amazing journey for Mike, myself, my daughter and granddaughter Alaina. Eve-

ryone helped me along my way and described to me all I needed to know. It was easy to feel the friend-

ship and love of everyone in Germany. I have been to where I came from, and I know where I am

going. I am at peace. God Bless Germany, God Bless America and God Bless

Apostle church.

It was good to be home

again.

Mike and Lexi Westphal

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MUSIC NOTES

“BUT I CAN’T READ MUSIC!”

I don’t know how many times I have heard this in the last number of years as a director

of choruses and choirs – and I guess that is a quick response to anyone asking you to sing.

I’ve got news for you though… I am going to share with those who show up at a fun and

exciting class for anyone at any age that would like to explore the mysteries of music. In

a short time, the music symbols will be revealed and a little of the history about music

will be shared with those who would like to know more about how to read a musical road

map.

Friends – we will be meeting on Thursday night, September 6th at 6:30 in the choir room

for 40 minutes. . Now you don’t have to stay for choir, but I think you will enjoy the dis-

cussion about music reading, how the voice works and some of the nutty things that have

happened in music over the past centuries.

Whether you are a seasoned musician or a rank beginner at any age and would like to

know how this whole thing about music works, I invite you to this 8 part course that will

explore music; especially how it is written and what all that stuff means. “So,” you say;

“What if I come to the first one, but have to miss others?” The future classes will be re

corded, so the ones to which you cannot attend will have future information available.

There is no cost and there will be material for you to study – if you want to; and the terri-

fic part is – there are no tests! I might even bring my “Hoonaphone”!

And, by the way, those in attendance at the first session will receive an autographed copy

of my new CD: “ Favorite Hymns for Moments of Prayer and Reflection.”

CHOIR NOTES I am looking forward to a dynamic fall under the leadership of Cathy and the Worship

and Music Committee. Choir practices begin on Thursday, August 30, at 7:15. Newcomers

are welcome. We have a lot of great new music for the fall and Christmas.

I am not one who lives in the past, but Linda and I visited Orange City, Iowa a few weeks

ago and the 8 years that I spent as their Music Director

was definitely a high point in my life. The work ethic of

the young people with Dutch heritage was a phenome-

non rarely seen in education. I was originator of the

band marching in wooden shoes and had the opportuni-

ty of writing special marches for their travels. The band

has been to the Rose Bowl before and will be in the RB

parade this year. Their school music building is a treat

to visit and they continue to win top honors throughout

the U.S. under the tutelage of talented directors.

Apostle is looking forward to the addition of an active

children’s choir this fall. What a great opportunity for young voices. Plans are for a cou-

ple of Contemporary Band Sundays this fall.

What an honor it has been to direct music in a faith based, focused church. Thanks for all

the talent that you have shared.

Blessings, Carl

Synod School, is an annual midsum-

mer ministry of the Synod of Lakes

and Prairies of the Presbyterian-

Church (USA)

July 22-27, 2012

Buena Vista University, Storm

Lake, Iowa

www.lakesandprairies.org/

school.html

Join us for a week of:

Worship for all ages, with spirited

music and singing:

Daily convocation on the theme

Classes for youth and adults of all

ages’

Bookstore and global fair-trade gift

shop

Sing-a-longs and nightly coffee-

houses with live music

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NEW BEGINNING CONTINUES THEIR MISSION

1-800-328-1880,ext 207

Synod School 2012

Crossroads Kids Train-

ing will take place at Wednesday September 5th Apostle will be hosting members of the Ghana

Delegation to a Potato Bar dinner and program to follow. Everyone is wel-

come and there is no charge for the dinner. Sign up now!

September 9th will be our “Fall Kick Off Sunday”. You don’t want to miss it.

The Deacons are hosting a Pancake Brunch following worship.

Communion will be celebrated on September 9th instead of September 2nd

and it is “Sock It To Um” Sunday as well. Remember to bring food items for

the Jesus Box.

Senior Moments will return with a wonderful program on September 11th

“UPCOMING EVENTS“

New Beginning Contemporary Choir, sang at Layton Avenue Baptist Church on Sunday, August

19, 2012. Perhaps many of you will remember Teresa Ledford, who was a member of Apostle sever-

al years ago. She accompanied the choirs and is a very talented musician. Teresa was brought up

Baptist ( her mother was a Baptist Minister in North Carolina) and eventually found her roots at

Layton Avenue Baptist Church.

New Beginning has taken their worship service to Layton Avenue for about five years and have

been very warmly welcomed each time. Like many of you at Apostle, they were moved by the beau-

tiful lyrics and music that was sung. They

loved the puppets and were very inspired

by the presentation of the Lords Prayer.

New Beginning will be taking their service

to several other churches this fall. We

have found this to be a very worthwhile

and appreciated mission of Apostle Church.

Special Event: FREE Dinner and Program by friends from Ghana Friends from Dangme Tongu Presbytery in Ghana will be with us for dinner and an informative presentation on Wednesday, September 5

th at 5:30 p.m. Join us for a potato bar dinner – it’s FREE

– although reservations are needed, followed by an opportunity to learn what’s happening in Ghana and especially the Presbyterian Church in Ghana. Sign up on Sunday morning or by calling the church office. Don’t miss out on this enriching event! Special thanks to the two individuals who sponsored dinner!

Thank YOU - “Kitchen Shower” for San José Parish in Beloit Your outpouring of love for the ecumenical Latino ministry at San José Par-ish in Beloit provided so many useful and much needed kitchen items. Through your generosity, they are well on the way to establishing a working kitchen. Thank you so very much!

Thank YOU from the Milwaukee Rescue Mission The following note was received from Patrick Vanderburgh, Executive Director of the Milwaukee Rescue Mission: “Thank you so much for your donation of ninety pair of new socks that we received on 6/6/12. We are very grateful! Your generosity means so much to those we serve at the Milwaukee Rescue Mis-sion – and it’s already doing so much good. Because of your help, we are able to provide many basic needs to those in our community who have fallen on hard times. Your gift also allows us the opportunity to use our financial resources as effi-ciently as possible. I am grateful for your prayers and support. God bless you for your kindness and compassion!”

Thank YOU from Center for Veterans Issues Berdie Cowser, Director of Center for Veterans Issues sent the following note: “Thank you for your recent gift of 102 pairs of socks to the Center for Veterans Issues. We are grate-ful for your commitment to . . . the veterans we serve at Vets Place Central and our female program at Boudicca House. . .Contributions such as yours play an important role in advancing our mission. Never underestimate the impact of your gift. It will make a difference to all of our veterans, to our or-ganization and to our greater community. . .

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Presbyterian Women News: Hope Circle Up-DATE:

In August, Apostle women made 135 cool ties which were sent to The Ships Project to be forwarded to military men and women. Thank you to all women who made this hap-pen!

The following note was received recently: “I wanted to write you and send out a very sincere and heartfelt thank you from myself and my Ma-rines. We received your packages .. . and it is very much appreciated. I passed everything around to the Marines and they all were very excited to having a little something (cool ties) to keep them cool in the 140 degree temps. Thank you again from all of the Marines here at Combat Outpost, Afghani-stan.” Hope Circle will next meet on Thursday, September 27

th at 10 a.m. to make “cool ties”. If you can

Mission News:

cut fabric, sew, iron, turn ties inside out, OR fill ties with crystals – we can use your help! We will once again be sending knitted hats and seaman’s scarves made from 100% black wool, in addition to knitted hats for the medic units in “NFL team” colors. Contact Shirley Anderson, 546-2476, or Marilyn Stone, 1-262-492-7921 for additional information.

Calling all Women! PW Circles begin to meet again in September . . . won’t you join us for fellowship, Bible study, prayer, mission, service and refreshments? Circles meet once a month, with a variety of days and times of-fered. Does one fit into your schedule? If not, let us know and we’ll be happy to start a new circle.

Covenant Circle meets on the second Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Contact Adelle Sanford at 414-421-

1705 for meeting location.

Faith Circle meets on the second Thursday at 1:00 p.m. Contact Hazel Meh at 262-679-0657 for

meeting location.

Mary Paull Circle meets on the third Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Contact Sally Goggins at 414-543-2338

for meeting location.

Hope Circle meets on the fourth Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Apostle’s library. This Circle does hands-on mission projects, including items for service men and women through The Ships Project. Contact Shirley Anderson at 414-546-2476 or Marilyn Stone at 262-763-0918 for further information.

All women of Apostle are invited and encouraged to join in the fellowship of a PW Circle.

Hope Circle con’t

A total of 37 pair of children’s socks were collected on “Sock it to Poverty” Sunday, August 12th! These socks will be combined with those collected on September 9

th

(our next “Sock it to Poverty” Sunday) and donated to Hope House of Milwaukee. Thank you so much for your generosity. Hope House offers transitional housing and supportive ser-

vices for homeless families as well as single women. We’re hoping to provide new socks for some of the children staying there as they begin the school year.

SOCK IT TO POVERTY SUNDAY

2nd Sunday of every month….

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You are invited to join with women from around Wisconsin for the Church Women United Annual

State Assembly held on Saturday, September 15th at Christ Presbyterian Church in Madison. An

inspiring day of learning, celebration and spiritual growth is in store for you. See Shirley Anderson

or Bonnie Rosen for additional information and registration forms.

Church Women United State Assembly:

Sunday School Mission Project During the months of September and October, Sunday School

students will be collecting items for Hygiene Kits for Presbyterian

Disaster Assistance. These kits are distributed as an immediate

response after a disaster including hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, etc. here in the United States

and worldwide. Currently these kits are needed for displaced families in Syria where more than 1.5

million people are displaced.

Each kit provides the following basic hygiene items:

One hand towel – approximately 16”x 28” (NO fingertip or bath towels)

One washcloth

One wide-tooth comb

One nail clipper (NO metal files or emery boards)

One bath-size bar of soap in wrapper

One toothbrush in original wrapper

Six Band-Aids

All of these items will be sealed in a one-gallon Ziploc plastic bag. No additional items can be add-

ed to the kits and NO toothpaste will be collected. Toothpaste with an extended expiration date will

be added just prior to distribution. Collection boxes are located in the back of the sanctuary and in

the large Sunday School room on the third floor of the Christian Education building. Kits will be as-

sembled in November.

Sunday School Mission Project

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Fall Retreat for Women: “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.” Psalm 51:10

“It’s ALL about Women: What’s preventing YOU from realizing YOUR dreams?”, a twenty-four hour retreat for women of all ages, will be held on October 5

th beginning at 4 p.m. at the Schoenstatt Re-

treat Center in Waukesha. Melanie Hammond Clark, co-pastor at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Racine, will provide opportunities for personal growth and renewal – for mind, body, and spirit. Reg-istration fee of $50 includes lodging (with roommate), linens and three meals. Registration deadline is September 24

th. See Marilyn Stone for registration forms and additional information.

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NEWS FROM CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Fall Sunday School starts on September 9th, at 9:00 a.m. Classes for toddler thru high

school will be held on the third floor of the CE building.

Adult Sunday School – The Wired Word

Starting Sunday, September 9th, the adult Sunday school class is meeting from 8:45 to

9:30 a.m. in the adult classroom, located next to the library. Each week the lesson is

based on a different current event and how it affects us as Christians. You don’t have

to make a long term commitment since the topics change weekly. The door is always

open and the coffee pot is on.

WOW – Worship on Wednesday

WOW will be held October 3rd thru November 7th, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. WOW is a six

week Intergenerational Dinner/Study experience for children, teens and adults. The

cost for dinner is $2.00 per child, $3.00 per adult with a limit of $6.00 per family each

night.

Mission News Con’t:

TUESDAY, September 11, 2012 – 11:45 a.m.

Join us as we start our Fourteenth Year by attending Senior Moments on Tuesday, September

11. You’ll remember when we were entertained by THE HERITAGE DAUNCERS and COLO-

NEL WEBB’S 3RD CONNECTICUT BAND OF MUSICK, and now you will enjoy a program of

AMERICANA MUSIC with the GOOD COMPANYE RECORDER CONSORT. The group

which plays a full range of recorders and whose members wear colorful renaissance costumes

will bring us music of the 13th through 20th centuries.

Our luncheon will be a planned potluck, so be sure to let us know what wonderful dish you

plan to donate when you make your reservation.

There will be a nominal charge to cover the cost of the program.

One of the following will be happy to take your reservation by September 9th:

Vera Bernhardt…………………..414-543-0835

Jean Maercklein………………….414-257-1162

Jane Pagel………………………...414-541-1375

Bonnie Rosen……………………..414-543-9585

NUTS FOR SALE

Starting September 9th Kick Off Sunday

Again this year, the absolutely wonderful, irresistible Terri Lynn Nut Products will be for sale

starting September 9, and continue each Sunday until the end of September. Prices remain the

same as last year and the quality, as usual, is absolutely wonderful. All products are packaged

in 1# containers.

DON’T MISS OUT – Place your orders with members of Presbyterian Women before or after

Sunday Worship in Fellowship Hall. Be sure to let your friends and neighbors know about this

outstanding sale. REMEMBER – THESE NUTS MAKE GREAT, WELL-RECEIVED Christmas

gifts. Orders will be ready for distribution in November.

For telephone orders, call:

Joyce Laconte………………414-321-5924 Bonnie Rosen……………….414-543-9585

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OTHER APOSTLE NEWS

Prayer Shawl Ministries

At our recent calendar planning meeting, we briefly spoke of a “PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY.” I

was blessed to be able to give our first ever prayer shawl to someone VERY MUCH in need last

week, having been gifted the shawl by Hazel Johnson. This is an amazing ministry. Kenosha

First has invited those interested to learn about a Prayer Shawl Ministry on Saturday September

29th 9am to 4pm.

FALL CLEAN UP DAY Building and Grounds Committee will be holding a “Fall Clean Up of the grounds around the Church

and Christian Education Building, on Saturday, September 29th

from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Soda and pizza will be available at noon for all workers.

CONGRATULATIONS

To Becky and Justin Fuhrman, on the birth of their son, “Sawyer Reece Fuhrman” born Monday,

August 27th, 7 lbs, 11 oz & 21 inches long. Reece is the grandson of Kathy and Bob Estlund.

To Jim and Betty Baumann on the birth of their great grandson, “Gaberiel Damian Becker”, son of

Richard and Angela Becker and grandson of James A and Nancy Baumann.

CONGRATULATIONS

To Aliza Lewitzke, one of our recent Confirmands, who became the new MISS WISCONSIN

JOB’S DAUGHTER, last Saturday, August 17th. This competition took place at Green Lake.

Aliza is a member of Bethel 19 in West Allis. WE ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU ALIZA.

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SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS FOR:

Mike, Theresa, Essie and Violet LaMott on the passing of Mike’s father.

Steve and Wendy Alar, in the death of Steve’s mother.

The family of Jane Van Dale, a long time member of Apostle, who passed

away July 27th.

The family of Margaret Surovick, who passed away August 13th. Marga-

ret was a childhood friend of Ginny Treviranus.

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Jane Van Dale

Born

December 3, 1913

Joined the church triumphant

July 27, 2012

Peter James (Jim) Van Dyke of Mesa, Arizona was called home to God on August 21, 2012

at the age of 87. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; his children Rick (Kate), David

(Jan), Alan, Mark (Mary Beth), Marilyn (Teddy) Herkowski, and Susan (Dan) Johnson; his

12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Married to his wife, Elizabeth, for the past

25 years, he counted her five children, her grandchildren and great grandchildren as family

as well.

Jim joined the military at age 18 and was an active member of the Army Air Corps during

World War II, seeing action in the south Pacific. His aircraft was shot down over the Philip-

pines during the war and he survived a water rescue. After serving in the military, he re-

turned to college and then seminary, becoming a Presbyterian pastor. He received his doc-

torate in ministry from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, IN. He served as

the head pastor in Presbyterian churches in Montpelier, Ohio; Portsmouth, Ohio; West Allis,

Wisconsin; on the Navajo Reservation at Ganado, Arizona; and was Pastor Emeritus at

Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott, Arizona. He was a longtime active member of Ro-

tary International.

To Everyone at Apostle, I want to thank each and everyone of you for your cards, get well wishes and especially your prayers. All have lifted me up and I am so grateful. With Thanks, Greg and Nan Granrath Thank you to Greg and Nan Granrath for the flowers they brought to me in August. I really appreciate the kindness and prayers from everyone. Dorothy Hauboldt Thank you all for the cards and prayers for Alex. This has been a difficult time and we appreciate all your love and concern. Alex and Ann Lazarides Thank you all my Apostle friends, for the calls, cards and prayers during my total knee replacement. I am doing well and receiving rehab on my knee. I am hoping to be as good as new very soon. Mary Ann Walker Thank you all for the many prayers and show of support during these months of recovery. They have been a special blessing to me. In His love, June Schwartz Thank you for the calls, cards, prayers and loving concern when I had my rotator cuff surgery and rehab. Love to all, Jane Pagel To Apostle Church, Thank you so very much for the flowers sent for our mother Jane’s memorial. Cathy did a wonderful job as did Carl and everyone was full of good things to say. The Ron Zwitter Family & The Don Van Dale Family

PLEASE PRAY

FOR:

Allie Kaddatz (8) who has

eye problems. She is get-

ting eye drops & will see

her doctor in September

Vicki Jensen who had TX

for acute diverticulitis

Jerry Bub, Penny DeCa-

mara’s father, who had

surgery

Lu Ann Walsh, who had a

small fire in her bedroom

Tammy, Halea & Elijah

children & grandchildren

of Ginny T. who had water

& smoke damage from a

neighbors 5 alarm fire

Bill Kromraj who had a

fire in his apt complex.

Sandy Buglass, Bonnie

Rosens sister in law who

had surgery & is now in a

nursing home.

Luschione, Marilyn Stones

sister who had wrist sur-

gery.

David Brandos who had

hip replacement surgery.

Millie Campbell who is re-

covering after falling

Dick Lang who is home &

recovering

PLEASE CONTINUE

PRAYERS FOR:

Greg Granrath—as he re-

ceives rehab at home and

is gaining strength

Mary Ann Walker as she

continues rehab

June Schwartz who is

home & receiving home PT

Karen Cushing as she re-

covers from extensive foot

surgery

Mildred Anderson, Jean-

nie’s mother who has a

weak heart.

Alice Solik in Mead-

owmere

Art Losey - needs strength

Mike & Marilyn Stone

Don Leaman in Colorado

Alex Lasarides who re-

ceives chemo & radiaton

Betty Weger who is in

poor health

Audrey & Karen Schi-

cantek

Tony Brzonkala –for con-

tinued healing and

strength

Lois & Laverne Anderson

Jim, Mary Collins brother

recouping from knee sur-

gery

Jason Letizia, Kathy

Estlund’s nephew who has

complications from a liver

transplant

Members of the Sikh Com-

munity

PRAYER AND PRAISE SECTION CON’T

If you have a prayer request, please contact Ginny Treviranus, 414-543-2013,

chairman of the Prayer Chain. She will be happy to add your prayer request to

the prayer chain.

Ginny requests the name and address of the person being added to the prayer

chain so she can send a note from the Prayer Chain, informing them that they are

being prayed for.

ACTS OF APOSTLE Page 17

9-24 Alex Lazarides

9-25 Nan Granrath

OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS

10-2 Robert King

10-3 Jeanne Anderson

10-3 Katelyn Reimer

10-3 Evan Rogers

10-3 Tristan Thomas

10-7 Steven Alt

10-7 Lauren Griswold

10-13 Bob Spangenberg

10-14 Thomas Couillard

10-14 Judy Puschnig

10-17 Josephine Fidler

10-17 Mike Stone

10-18 Nick Puschnig

10-20 Esther Sweek

10-24 Mark Manthei

10-25 Joseph Jagielski

10-25 Judy Riebow

10-27 Millie DeCamara

10-27 Hazel Johnson

10-27 David Reimer

10-29 Carol Thompto

9-1 Mary Hoffman

9-1 JoAnna Kimpel

9-5 Ginny Treviranus

9-6 Vera Bernhardt

9-6 Mike Gardner

9-6 Marilyn Stone

9-7 Jim Baumann

9-14 Ginger Reimer

9-15 Donald Leaman

9-15 Maureen Philip

9-16 Wil Baumann

9-19 Jean Wargolet

9-21 Faith Sether

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR SPECIAL SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS

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each month.

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September 9th

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