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E-MAIL USReverend Kyle Carnes

Reverend Missy Holdorf

Tina L. Scott-Bus. Manager

Kelly Hutchison-Assistant

The Interpreter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Organist Perspective 2

Pumpkin Thanks 3

Organ Invitation 3

Make A Difference 4Annual Meeting

Potluck5

Reverend Fun 5

Feed Your Spirit 6

Upcoming Events 7

Dinner @ Five 8

Scrip Shopping Lists 9

New Members 9

Hurricane Matthew 10

Area Happenings 10

Christmas Spirit 11

Memorials 11

Weekly Calendar 12

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November 2, 2016

No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here.

Office Hours: Mon-Wed 8-4:30 | Thurs 8-3| Fri 8-4 Rev. Kyle Carnes, Senior Minister | Rev. Missy Holdorf, Associate Minister

The Interpreter Saint Stephens United Church of Christ

903 E 2nd St Merrill WI 54452

Office: 715-536-7322

Pastoral Care Needs:715.575.3191

WAIT ... HOW MUCH MONEY?

That’s always the question, isn’t it? Whether it’s the price per gallon at the gas station or a gallon of milk. How much? From the next school fundraiser or your alma mater looking for donations. How much? Bills come in the mail, how much this month? Doctor’s bills, how much this time? Even at church, how much money do I contribute each week?

As you consider your own stewardship to Saint Stephens UCC, here are some ways to think about the dreaded question, “How much?”

There can be some value in thinking about your contributions to church as another bill in your budget. Figure out what you can contribute each year, divide by 52, and that’s your weekly amount. This way it’s set and you know each Sunday what you’re going to put in that offering plate. Or what you’re going to have debited from your bank account through electronic giving, and you can put the “I gave electronically” card in the plate as it goes by.

This, of course, assumes that we all have budgets. I know Jamie and I have worked with budgets with varying degrees of success, but I can say that the best part of working with a budget is that you’re telling your money what to do, and you no longer feel as though your money is telling you what to do. When you figure out how much you actually spend on something, it might be shocking, but it can also be liberating.

Historically, the amount someone contributes to the church is based on a percentage of your income. This is where the idea of a “tithe” comes in. A tithe is 10%. I know that 10% can be a lot. But knowing what percentage you contribute can also be helpful knowledge. For example, if you contribute $500 a year, and you make $25,000 a year, then you contribute 2% of your income. A tithe or 10% of $25,000 would be $2,500 a year. A tithe is not some magical number. It is the amount mentioned in scripture, but it can give us an idea of how much we actually contribute to our church as a percentage of our overall income.

You can also think of other things that you spend money on, other things that have value to you. What is your monthly cell phone bill? Let’s say that it’s $150 a month. That’s $1,800 a year. Or 7% of a $25,000 annual income.

The question could be: How valuable is what you gain from participating in the life and mission of Saint Stephens UCC as compared to your cell phone bill? Of course, you could say that a cell phone is no longer a luxury, and that you’d love to be paying less for cell phone service, but you need a cell phone (and if you use a flip phone instead of a smart phone, we all can absolutely save money on our cell phone bills), but nevertheless the question about value still remains. Everything requires money. How much do we value our church community and what our church does in the community as compared to our cell phones?

For me, the bottom line is that we all contribute faithfully and regularly. By faithful, I mean contribute whatever amount you believe is faithful to your church community based upon your resources and what you get out of church life. By regular, I mean, give that faithful amount each and every week. Whatever amount is faithful to you, commit to making it a regular practice each and every week. Weekly is the most effective way for us to meet our obligations and to serve our community well. Take time to think and pray, as we continue our conversation on stewardship.

Blessings,

Kyle

November 2, 2016THE INTERPRETER Saint STEPHENS

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF AN ORGANISTDo we need a new organ? Is it time for a new organ? The answer to both questions is: Yes!

After 30 years, this organ has served us well, but now we are having issues. The pedal board is warped, so we have had to remove three of the top pedals. The problem continues, so I now have hymnals under the next three pedals. It’s really embarassing when they continue to play when the music is done.

Then we also have electronic problems. The 16’ tab, which gives us the rich bass sound, is now cutting in and out and also creating a static sound. There are also other things that are going wrong or don’t work at all.

“Just call the repair man!” some may say. That used to be easy. Mr. Lenzi would come right up from Wausau. But now he has retired. Now we must call the Rodgers Company and have them send someone when they can, usually from considerable distance. There are not many people who can fix these old organs that are filled with boards filled with wires. The new organs have just a small computer chip inside.

The sounds from the new organs are the exact sound of the instruments (flute, violin, trumpet, etc.), not something the organ companies made to sound like the instrument.

The new organs have surround sound. No matter where you sit in the sanctuary, you hear the music the same.

A great opportunity is coming on November 13. Everyone in the congregation is invited to go and hear two Rodgers organs. You don’t even have to travel very far. We will be going to Mount Calvary and St. Therese churches in Rothschild. Both churches have just installed these new organs. The gentleman who will be the presenter is coming from Cincinnati, Ohio. He is a great organist, and I know you will enjoy this musical afternoon with food to follow.

Please come. We need everyone! It is time.

- Darlene Johnson

P.S. I have been encouraged to bring music along so you can hear me play and hear how these organs really sound live and in person. Even better yet, other musicians are also encouraged to bring their sheet music and try them out, as well!

Please sign up in the church office if you plan to attend, so we have an idea of the number of people. That way we can be sure there are enough handouts and plenty of food for all!

FIELD TRIP TO RESEARCH ORGANSThe Worship & Music Committee, at Darlene Johnson’s recommendation, is starting to research possible replacements for our organ. You may not be aware that our current organ is more than 30 years old and is having some significant issues such as pedals that do not function properly (or at all, or intermittently). Sadly, our organ has aged to the point of being obsolete and we realize that we will need to replace it.

This introduction is to preface our announcement that we are going on a field trip, and YOU are invited to come! In fact, anyone and everyone who appreciates music is invited. Our field trip is scheduled for Sunday, November 13, with the Time to Be Determined soon. We will gather here at church and then carpool together to visit and hear the organs at both St. Therese Catholic Church in Rothschild and Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Rothschild. Need more incentive to come along? Pizza will be provided!

THANK YOU FOR THE FESTIVE DECOR!To whomever the anonymous soul is who decorated the outside of the church ... in our flower boxes and by the sign ... with pumpkins and gourds ... THANK YOU! It really gives the church and buildings a fun and festive, warm and welcoming, autumn harvest feel. What a wonderful surprise!

St. Stephens United Church of Christ,

You Are Invited to a Rodgers Organ Showcase at

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church & St. Therese’s Catholic Church in Rothschild

On Sunday, November 13th, 2016 at 1:00 pm!

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 503 Schmidt Ave., Rothschild

The Rodgers Organ Showcase…

will feature the incredible new Rodgers Infinity Series 2– and 3-manual organs using digital samples of hundreds of ranks of pipes combined with orchestral and combo voices! These instruments feature nearly infinite memory, couplers that make it easy for pianists to play organ, on-board recording capabilities, an extensive list of recorded hymn tunes and classical organ literature, a ful ly adjustable bench and music rack! With Rodgers advanced technologies, Mr. Pettit and Mr. Bartlein wi l l present classical organ selections, traditional hymns, traditional hymn-tunes creatively registered and contemporary church music of today! Don ’t be surprised if there are a couple of other treats added in too!

Refreshments will be provided during the organ tour!

Featuring:

Val Bartlein, Owner of CLASSIC CHURCH ORGANS and Rodgers Instruments dealer for most of Wisconsin & Michigan ’s U.P. since June of 2002.

David Pettit, Regional Sales Manager for Rodgers Instruments. Mr. Pettit has composed over 85 works for organ, piano, choral and orchestra. He has performed organ concerts throughout the U.S. mainland & Hawaii, the U.K., Germany, Japan, China & the West Indies.

The new Infinity 3-manual organ at St. Therese’s Catholic Church features 20 speakers powered at 2,000 watts of power combined with 10 ranks of winded pipes or approximately 600 pipes!

Val Bartlein, Owner CLASSIC CHURCH ORGANS

David Pettit, Regional Sales Mgr, Rodgers Instruments



MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAYAbout 25 people gathered on Saturday, October 22, to “Make a Difference” for many, tackling six houses where they raked, cleaned gutters, and hauled away leaves. One house had over 100 bags of leaves!

A lot of work? Yes! But also a lot of fun! One of the organizers, Bailee Golisch, had such a great experience that, following the October 22 “Make a Difference Day”, she organized a bunch of her friends (including Bailey Iwen who was one of the original helpers on October 22), to do even more houses this past Friday, October 28!

Special thanks to the Kevin Golisch family, the Clint Golisch family, Cliff & Renee Williams, Katrina Depies and sons, Scott & Kelly Wallace, Jennifer Porath, Pam & Bailey Iwen and friends, Bill Mcintrye and Lydia, Chris & Heidi Stevenson, Kenyon & Bailee Golisch, and to anyone we did not mention here by name. And thanks, Kenyon and Bailee, for organizing such an awesome event!



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Meatloaf & Scalloped Potatoes Corn, Homemade Bread Dessert and Beverages

CREATING A CAPITAL CAMPAIGN TEAM

Over the last few months, the Church Council has been working through the large capital needs of the church and building. There are four

major projects that need to be addressed: the sanctuary roof, the sanctuary interior, rewiring electrical in the sanctuary and fellowship hall, and a new organ.

Would YOU be interested in being a part of the Capital Campaign Team that will coordinate this project? The team will oversee the fundraising, construction, interior design, and overall communication with the congregation about the project. This will be the team responsible for selecting the design of the sanctuary and other spaces, as resources allow, so if you want input into how the sanctuary and other spaces will look, now is the time to get involved! There will need to be other people involved in making everything happen, of course, but first we need folks who have some experience in any of the above areas, and have the ability to commit some considerable time over the next year and a half.

The Team will be assembled by Council and will work on behalf of Council, and will be commissioned at our annual meeting in November. If you are interested or have any questions, please speak with Rev. Carnes, or Church Council President, Jennifer Porath. Thank you for your consideration in this important task for the future of our congregation.

Remember: SCRIP costs you NOTHING

to use in place of cash!

Stop in the church office to pick up some Scrip before you head out shopping! We now have

MANY vendors’ Scrip here in stock.

Sunday School RemindersParents, please bring your children to their Sunday School classroom before the beginning of the 9:00 AM worship service and then plan to pick them up from their classroom when worship concludes.

SUNDAY SCHOOLOPEN SPONSORSHIP DATES

Flowers Sign up in Office November 6, 27

January 1, 8, 15, 29

Radio Call the Office December 4

January 1, 8, 22, 29

Coffee Hour November 20, 27 December 11, 25

January 1, 8, 15, 22

ANNUAL MEETING & POTLUCKOn Sunday, November 13, we will have a Pot Luck Dinner immediately following the Annual Meeting, with the Annual Meeting itself being held right after the 9:00 AM worship service. (There will be no 10:30 AM worship that day.) Everyone is invited! A list of dishes needed (hot dishes, salads, desserts, etc.) will be posted on the kiosk in the Kuck Lounge. Sign up to bring a dish and plan to join us!



FEED YOUR SPIRIT . . .Every Kind of Trouble

Vicki Kemper

“May the God and Parent of our Lord Jesus Christ be blessed! He is the compassionate Parent and God of all comfort. She’s the one who comforts us in all our trouble so that we can comfort other people who are in every kind of trouble. We offer the same comfort that we ourselves received from God.” - 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Common English Bible

One of my most prized possessions is a nine-year-old thank you note from a man I do not know, written on the anniversary of the worst day in his life.

A year earlier I had met the man, his wife, and his mother- and sister-in-law in a hospital birthing room. Also in the room were the man’s stillborn first child and more raw pain than I had ever witnessed in my life.

I was the bumbling novice chaplain silently begging God to use me somehow. In the end, at the family’s request, I “baptized” Baby Anna as she turned blue in her mother’s arms.

I keep her father’s card for many reasons. It reminds me of my own brokenness 10 years ago, how I carried within me a deep well of grief even before I walked

through that door with a paper butterfly on it. It assures me that God was in the midst of all that unbearable pain, comforting us all. It tells me that life goes on, sometimes in surprising directions, and that even the most shattered of hearts can begin to heal.

I keep the card because God keeps sending me into pain-filled rooms, and because no matter who we are, what we do, or where we live, we inhabit the same beautiful but pain-saturated world.

The father’s note reminds me that to receive the fullness of God’s comfort, we must fully open ourselves to life’s pain. And that’s a reminder I need, whether I’m sitting with the parents of a shining 16-year-old boy who didn’t wake up one morning, listening to a young person struggling to own their sexuality, watching the dazed suffering of the children of Aleppo, or tending my own inner wounds.

May God comfort you today, that you might be a channel of comfort for others.

Prayer

Compassionate One, walk through all life’s troubles with me, comforting me as I go. Amen.

By Vicki Kemper

THANKSGIVING DAY DINNERIt is St Stephen’s turn to host the Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner this year. I will take the lead, but will need at least three others to join me in creating a team to facilitate this event.

We will need many others to volunteer the day before for prep work; on Thanksgiving Day to pack to-go meals, serve the meal, and clean up; and to donate food items to cut down the cost of preparing the meal.

There is a sign up sheet for workers and food donations on the kiosk in the Kuck Lounge. Please check it out and sign up where you can help.

Anyone interested in helping me as a part of the leadership team for the Thanksgiving Day Dinner, please call me at 715.536.5424 after 4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support and God Bless!

- Cheryl Buck

Our Stewardship Campaign for 2016 has begun ...How will YOU Respond?Will it change your life?Will you let it?

Go and do the same ... Words to ponder for sure. What does that mean to YOU?



Come one, Come allWednesday night worship

A simple, meditative, communion service.

5:45 - 6:30 PM

There is nothing required. Come as you are

to find a space of rest and reflection and peace.

A short video from www.theworkofthepeople.com

offers the theme for each service, with scripture, a short

meditation, silence and simple music.

THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6: Worship at 9:00 AM with Sunday School, Worship at 10:30 AM

DINNER @ FIVE Every Monday at 5:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall EVERY WEDNESDAY: Worship at 5:45 PM

WOMEN’S RETREAT AT MOON BEACH: November 4-6NEW MEMBER GATHERING #1: November 7

ANNUAL MEETING & POTLUCK: November 13TOTENFEST: November 20

NEW MEMBER GATHERING #2: November 15THANKSGIVING DAY COMMUNITY MEAL: November 24

ADVENT BEGINS: November 27NEW MEMBER GATHERING #3: November 30

O’TANNENBAUM: December 3-4NEW MEMBER SUNDAY: December 4

UPCOMING EVENTS

THE INTROVERTS “I HATE SHOPPING” SCRIP CHECKLIST FOR THE PERFECT HOLIDAY SHOPPING WEEKEND

____ Movie pass and refreshments (Ah! seclusion in the darkness) (Cosmo Theatre Scrip)____ Carry out lunch (call it in ahead of time, no noisy dining for me, thanks) (Friendship House Family Restaurant, Pine Ridge Restaurant, or Chips Scrip)____ Family members’ wish lists (I’m going to get my shopping done this year in record time!) (Lots of Amazon.com Scrip so I can shop online -OR- Individual Scrip cards for different stores for everyone on my list based on their interests. One-stop shopping at St. Stephens Scrip Table!)____ Barnes & Noble Scrip Card (I’m treating myself to a new book or CD to celebrate finishing my holiday shopping so early!)

Don’t forget to buy Scrip for all of your shopping needs this week! Stop after services or in the office!



CHRISTMAS ALREADY? DON’T FORGET SCRIP!So I’ve been noticing lately that whenever I am talking with my women friends, or even acquaintances, inevitably the topic of Christmas shopping is raised. Whether you are one of those people who already has most of your Christmas shopping done or whether you, like me, have yet to even make a list, don’t forget Scrip when you do start buying Christmas gifts ... and the food for holiday meals ... and stocking stuffers ... and that bottle of wine you bring for the hostess at a holiday party ... and all of those things I am totally not ready to think of yet!

We carry Scrip in stock for many stores and businesses, and we can order Scrip and have it ready for pick up within just a few days for many others. So make your list, check it twice, and then purchase Scrip before you make one more holiday purchase!

And don’t forget ... Scrip cards themselves make awesome Christmas gifts! They are just like gift certificates ... so purchase Scrip for Cosmo Theatre and a favorite restaurant for the couples on your list to get a night out, or to a favorite store in the mall for a teen or to Amazon.com for your favorite electronics junkie. What could be easier, right? - Tina

DINNER @ FIVE NEEDS DONATIONSAs many of you know, the Dinner @ Five ministry here at Saint Stephens has been growing since it began here on Monday nights approximately 18 months ago. Other ministries to the hungry and homeless and those who could just use a helping hand now and again have grown out of this ministry ... such as Under the Bridge and the Blessing Closet.

For many people, Dinner @ Five provides a hot, home-cooked meal that feeds both their body and their spirit, as they come for both the food and the fellowship. Many are regular attendees who rely on this weekly meal at Saint Stephens.

Since its inception, we at Saint Stephens haven’t had to contribute much to financially supporting Dinner @ Five. But now, the program could use a financial boost and we are hoping you can help. Whether it’s $5 or $50, if you can earmark a bit this month (or perhaps every month) to help with this ministry, it would be greatly appreciated. Simply mark an envelope with the words “Dinner @ Five donation” and drop it into the collection plate or take it to the church office. If you put your envelope number on your donation, it will appear on your contribution statement as a tax-deductible contribution.

Volunteers’ 38th AnnualHolly Time Bazaar at

Good Samaritan Health CenterSaturday, November 12, from 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Raffle, Silent Auction, Bake Sale, Cookie & Candy Sold by the Pound, Used Jewelry & Books, Nearly New Christmas Items, Crafts, Grab Bags, & Love Lights

Something for Everyone at the Annual

Holly Time Bazaar!

ISAAC BUTTKE AND THE WISCONSIN SINGERS ARE COMING TO WAUSAUCome and see them perform at Wausau West High School on Saturday, November 19 at 7 pm. In Living Color!, Broadway choreographed show with something for everyone. See Isaac featured in songs such as Piano Man (Billy Joel), Love Man (Otis Redding), Kiss the Girl (Little Mermaid) and American Girl (Tom Petty) among others. Isaac is the grandson of Bob and Eppie Gruling. All ticket sales support the Wausau West Music Department. Come see a great show and support a great cause! Tickets are $12 and available at: www.ShowTix4U.com or the Wausau West High School Business Office (Stacy Gould: 715-261-0899 or [email protected].)



UNDER THE BRIDGEAnd ... we are hitting the “Resume” button!

Dave Raddenbach said there is again access to the homeless living under the bridge in the Wausau area, so he will be resuming his Wednesday afternoon trips to take food and supplies to them. If you were collecting items at home for this ministry, you can bring them to the church office for distribution through the Under the Bridge program at this time! Remember, non-perishable foods are much needed, as are other necessities like bedding and toiletries.

NOVEMBER DEER HUNTERS’ SCRIP SHOPPING LIST

____ Snacks & beer for the hunting shack (County Market or Piggly Wiggly Scrip)____ Blaze orange clothes & hats, warm boots, and ammunition for deer hunting season (Mills Fleet Farm Scrip)____ Hand/foot warmers, wool socks (Wal Mart Scrip)____ Gas cards (Kwik Trip, Pine Ridge Mobil, Holiday, Cenex, Shell, or BP Scrip)____ Cheese curds to eat in the tree stand (Clark’s Cup-n-Cone Scrip)____ Hot breakfast on the run on opening day (McDonald’s, Hardees, or Pine Ridge Restaurant Scrip)____ New freezer for all that venison (Remember to mention St. Stephens Scrip when you buy your freezer at Hargrave Appliances)

WIDOWS’ WEEKEND SCRIP SHOPPING LIST____ Early morning coffee date with “the girls” (First Street Coffee Station Scrip)____ Department Store Scrip (Google the mall & stores you’re going to and special order all the Scrip you’ll need for where you’re going!)____ Lunch out with the ladies (Decide where you’ll dine ahead of time and get Scrip for your favorite restaurant!)____ Gas cards (Kwik Trip, Pine Ridge Mobil, Holiday, Cenex, Shell, or BP Scrip)

NEW TO SAINT STEPHENS?THINKING OF JOINING OUR CONGREGATION?

We are hosting three gatherings for anyone interested in becoming a member of Saint Stephens. They will be held on the evenings of November 7, November 15, and November 30 in anticipation of our New Member Sunday on December 4. We are mailing a letter to anyone who has directly expressed interest and to others we believe may have an interest. If you do not receive a letter and you are interested in attending and becoming a member, please talk to one of the pastors after the service or call the office at 715.536.7322, and we will gladly send you an invitation letter! If you know of a new member or frequent visitor, strike up a conversation with them and ask them if they would like more information. If the answer is yes, invite them to call the office for more information about these gatherings!

Pray for our Country Day:November 6, 2016

Election Day: November 8, 2016



St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is hosting a Dinner Concert

featuring the Clauson Family Trio

Sunday, November 612:30 PM Catered Meal

1:30 PM ConcertTickets are $35 per person

To purchase tickets, send a SASE along with your ticket request and check to:

St. Paul Churchc/o Lois Oestreich

T16126 County Rd WWWausau, WI 54403

No tickets will be available at the door.For questions or more information, call Lois at

715.536.6965

2016 CHURCH COUNCIL MEMBERSDo you know who your Church Council members are? This list can help you get to know them!President: Jennifer PorathVice-President: Bill McIntyreSecretary: Terry KruegerTreasurer: Kenyon GolischMembers: Kristine Bowe Shelly Burnett Tyler Drake Kevin Golisch Jennifer Oestreich Kent Reinhardt Angel Sholund Sara ZastrowClergy: Rev. Missy Holdorf Rev. Kyle Carnes

Whole Coffee Beans8 oz ... $8 each 16 oz ... $15 each

Available Any Time!For Sale on the Honor System at

the “Coffee Table” at Saint Stephens

(All Sales help War Victims in Laos)

Annual Harvest Dinner

atLuther Memorial Church

Corner of Town Hall Rd & Hwy 17Gleason, Wisconsin

Sunday, November 1311:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Three options:Drive-Thru: $11.00 each (Never Leave Your Car)

U Create Carry-Outs: $11.00 eachAll U Can Eat Dine In:

Adults $9.75, Children 6-10 $3.00, 5 & Under FREE

Roasted Turkey, Baked Ham, Dressing, Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Squash, Dinner Roll, Apple or Pumpkin Pie

Plus Assorted Salads & Desserts for Dine In.For more info or deliveries, call Tammy at: 715.218.2875

Advance tickets available for Drive-Thru or U Create Carry Outs Only.

The Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program for the 2016-2017 heating year will begin accepting applications October 1, 2016, and is scheduled to run until May 15, 2017. Call 715.539.1344 to make an appointment. Eligibility is based on household size and gross income in the three months prior to the month of application.

AID TO THE VICTIMS OF HURRICANE MATTHEWIf you would still like to lend financial support to help the victims of Hurricane Matthew, you can place your donation in an envelope clearly marked “Hurricane Matthew” and we will forward it to the Conference for sending on to assist with the rescue and cleanup efforts. Be sure to include your envelope number and you will receive credit for your contribution on your statement.



Memorials will be printed with the dollar figures shown unless otherwise specified.

Memorial * in memory of Ferdinand Ollhoff’s November 1 birthday from Elenora Ollhoff & Family $20.00 in memory of Warren Latzig, Sr., from Bill & Sandy Beaudry $20.00 in memory of Verna Schwartz from Bill & Sandy Beaudry $10.00 in loving memory of husband, Charles Case, from Kathy Case $10.00 in loving memory of brother, Jim Berndt, from Kathy Case $25.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Sharon Detert $10.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Linda Hass $10.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Audrey Heuser $100.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Bob & Jolene Plautz $25.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Sid & Eva Sukow $25.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Sue & Joel Wendt

Anniversary $25.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Gay & Sally Oberg

Capital Improvement $20.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Linda & Bryan Plautz

Radio $190.00 in honor of those who have served or are serving in our armed forces from Buzz & Marge Fehrmann

Organ $20.00 in memory of Warren Latzig from Ruth Buck $20.00 in memory of Gilbert Koehler from Bill & Charmaine Storm

New Roof $15.00 in memory of Warren E. Latzig, Sr., from Leslie & Pearl Sabatke and Rodney Sabatke

*Amount withheld by request

MEMORIALS

BIBLE SPONSORSThank you to the following donors who sponsored Bibles.

• Ewald & Marilyn Katke• Michael & Pat Hruby• Burl & Gail Scantlin• Edgar & Nila Oestreich

Bible sponsorships are not intended for a particular student, we will do our best to honor a specific sponsorship

CHRISTMAS SPIRIT FAMILY APPLICATIONS AVAILABLEIf your family is entirely unable to purchase gifts for your children this holiday season due to extreme financial hardship, the Christmas Spirit - Lincoln County United Giving Tree Program may be able to help bring a little joy into your children’s Christmas. Note: This program is not a way to give your children additional Christmas gifts but is only to be used if you cannot afford to get your children any gifts. You may be asked to provide documentation of current financial hardship or to participate in a personal interview to determine eligibility. All information provided is confidential. Applications are on the table outside the church office. Due date to apply: November 18.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Worship at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM Rev. Kyle Carnes will be preaching.

Musicians: Darlene Johnson and the Church Choir.

Coffee Hour is sponsored by Marge & Buzz Fehrmann. Radio Ministry is sponsored in honor of those who have served or are serving in

our armed forces from Buzz & Marge Fehrmann.Altar flowers are unsponsored at the time of this printing.

For subscriptions, removals or changes of address: 715-536-7322 or [email protected] PROVIDES THE BEST SERVICE.

WEEKLY CALENDARMONDAY, NOVEMBER 7 9:30 Former PALS Exercise Group 5:00 Aerobics 5:00 Dinner @ Five 6:00 New Member Gathering 7:00 DartballTUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 6:00 Cub Scouts 6:00 Zumba

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 9:30 Former PALS Exercise Group 5:45 Worship (No Bible Study) 6:30 Narcotics Anonymous (Open Meeting) 6:30 Choir

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10 9:30 Former PALS Exercise Group 11:00 Bell Tower 5:00 Aerobics 6:00 Chimes 6:00 Church & Ministry

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 12:00 Alcoholics Anonymous

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Pastoral Care Telephone Number: 715.575.3191. Please add this number to the contacts in your cell phone or keep with your other important or emergency telephone numbers.

Food Pantry Sunday: Remember to bring in donations in the handy blue St. Stephens donation bags!Daylight Saving Time Ends

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