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THE PARISH VOICE Finley Lutheran Parish June/July 2017

Seasons

To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.

(Ecclesiastes 3:1) One of the reasons I enjoy being a North Dakotan is because of

the four seasons. I enjoy seeing the changes that come with each season; the cold

and the snow of winter, where the cool crisp air can sometimes take your breath

away. How clean and undisturbed everything can look after a snowfall. And then

spring is here, with its newness of life that starts to push its way out of hiding. The

cool mornings, warm afternoons, the first rains of the new season which washes

away the remnants of winter. The flowers start blooming, gardens and crops are

being planted, trees are budding and the grass is turning from its winter color to

green. Then all of a sudden summer is here, with all of its activity, roots have

taken hold, the warm rains and warm sun is making everything grow. The days

have grown longer. We try and slow down a little bit more to enjoy the warmth of

the sun as it shines down on us and the cool breezes in the evening as we sit and

visit with family and friends. The days turn shorter and the sun doesn’t have the

same warmth. Fall has arrived. The season of growing has come to an end. The

flowers quit blooming, the leaves on the trees start turning from green, to brown,

red, orange and yellow, and then begin to fall, the grass finally quits growing.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Everything Has Its Time

3 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: 2 a time to be born, and a time to die;

a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; 3 a time to kill, and a time to heal;

a time to break down, and a time to build up; 4 a time to weep, and a time to laugh;

a time to mourn, and a time to dance; 5 a time to throw away stones, and a time to gather stones together;

a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; 6 a time to seek, and a time to lose;

a time to keep, and a time to throw away; 7 a time to tear, and a time to sew;

a time to keep silence, and a time to speak; 8 a time to love, and a time to hate;

a time for war, and a time for peace.

I believe that everything has a season. That everything is in its own season what-

ever that season is. And yet we can sometimes get stuck in a season and not realize

that it’s been winter or spring or summer or fall for way to long. Sometimes we

need a push or a gentle nudge to help us get into that next season. What season are

you in?

To God be the glory forever and ever. Amen

Pastor John Miller

Please include these families in your personal prayers throughout each week. The months of

June/July, we will be praying for the following families:

June 6th: Craig & Melissa Carlson, Tina Carlson, Eldris Wilkens, Sheila Anderson,

Chas & Katie Harris, Tyrone & Gail Hauge, Bonnie Haugo

June 13th: Dennis & Darlene Carlson, Gordon Carlson, Frances Flynn, Wendell & Audrey

Gangelhoff, Lu Hegvick, Brad & Suzie Hegvick, Darrel Jacobson

June 20th: Evonne Carlson, John Carlson, Kory & Laura Gilbertson, Mark & Cynthia

Gilbertson, Dean Jacobson, Jeff & Sue Jacobson, Willard & Donna Jacobson

June 27th: Jeff & Jodi Carlson, Larry Carlson, Curtis & Candace Haugtvedt,

Rodney & Theresa Haugtvedt, Brian & Angie Jerstad, Joyce Jerstad, Elaine Johnson

July 4th: Samantha Carlson, Amber Carlson, Arlene Jacobson, Bruce & Marylou Jacobson,

Roland & Delores Johnson, Amy Johnson, Orrin & Sue Johnson

July 11th: Lynn Carlson, Laura Jean Carlson, Edwin & Marlys Jacobson,

Glenn & Mary Jacobson, Eunice Juliuson, Don Kilgore, Penny Kirk

July 18th: Wyatt Carlson, Shelby Carlson, Jessica Jacobson, Jim & Marlys Jacobson,

Kathy Kroeplin, Diane Kroeplin, Katelyn Kroeplin

July 25th: Jason & Denise Carlson, Vickie & Randy Lindquist, Kelly & Gina Jacobson,

Kimberly Jacobson, Kendra Kroeplin, Paul & Angie Kroeplin, Art & Sandi Krueger

Weekly Prayer Families...

Teresa & Kevin McElroy, Trevor Wigen

Bill & Bob Paulsen families on the death of there brother Gary Paulsen

Your Prayers Are Asked For...

If you have prayer requests, please contact the office at 524-2369, call or text Gina 361-9261,

or send a email to finleylutheranparish@mlgc.com.

Quilts Blessed May 28th at Finley Lutheran.

June 11th, 2017 - Community Worship Service - There will be no worship services June 11th

during Finley days. There is a All Faith Service on June 11th at 11 am at the FS School Gym.

June 23rd - 24th, 2017 - Change Makes Bike Ride will be held. Join us June 23rd at 9:45am at

Finley Lutheran to cheer on the bike riders as they arrive from Sharon for refreshments and

depart around 11:00am for Bang Lutheran Church. More information is enclosed about the ride.

Pastor John will be riding June 23rd-24th for Hunger. Go to www.elca.org/teamelca and

click on donate and search for John Miller. Any questions you can call the church office at

524-2369. There will be a special offering for this June 4th at Ostervold and June 18th at Finley

and Sheyenne Valley with checks made out to the Finley Parish.

July 2nd, 2017 - Parish Worship ~ 10:00am at Ostervold Lutheran Church

July 4-7th, 2017 ~ Be a Discovery Camp Volunteer! Adults, Ages 16 or older - This may be the most rewarding week of your summer! Come and

volunteer for one or all of the 4-days for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities. You

will stay in a cabin with other staff/volunteers and have the opportunity to assist campers as they

experience camp activities. Please contact Pastor John if you are interested in being a Discovery

Camp Volunteer.

July 23rd, 2017 - Parish Worship & Potluck ~ 10:30am at Golden Lake Pavilion. Finley hosts

the picnic. Please bring a dish to share. Any questions call the church office or talk with Jason

Rayner from Finley.

Sunday, July 30th, 2017 - Parish Pool Party ~ 3:30pm Come join us for a Parish pool party at the Finley Pool. Everyone is invited and feel free to bring

a friend. Free Swimming with hotdogs & chips provided after swimming at 5pm.

May 31, 2017

Greetings Youth & Parents!

We are looking at a youth trip this summer for the senior high youth, grades 9th through 12th, on

July 31st through August 1st, as a way for me to get to know you before we start the school year

and our Wednesday night activities. We would be looking at a fun retreat to kick things off with

a trip to Valley Fair in Minneapolis MN, and a stop at the Mall of America. I will have more

information available within the next couple weeks, but just wanted to get this out so you can

save the dates if you are interested. If you have a friend who you think might enjoy this let them

know also.

In Christ,

Pastor John Miller

Finley Lutheran Parish

Change Makers Bike Rides 2017

FOR ELCA WORLD HUNGER

~ June 23-24, 2017 ~ 8 rides in the 8 conferences of the Eastern North Dakota Synod –

Celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation!

"Be the change you want to see in the world" – Ghandi

Plans are underway for the annual Change Makers Bike Ride in the Eastern ND Synod to raise

awareness and receive offerings for the ELCA Hunger program. This year our ride is expand-

ing in a huge way! Bishop Terry suggested we connect the 500th anniversary of the Reforma-

tion with our ride, but none of the organizers wanted to bike 500 miles. The solution? EIGHT

rides will take place on the same two days - one ride in each of the eight conferences of our

synod. Routes of approximately 60 miles in each conference will add up to about 500 miles!

Hunger is an international crisis. Many people around the world struggle to find enough food

to survive. It is true in our own state of ND that one out of seven are at risk for hunger. The

goal of these rides is to raise awareness of this issue, and to raise funds to help alleviate

hunger. For information on how to sign up for a ride, or how to contribute to ELCA World

Hunger, go online to www.eandsynod.org

Friday 34-mile ride

8am Sharon Trinity LC for Brunch/Kick Off. Take Hwy 32 E

10am Finley LC for Snacks. Take Hwy 200 E

12:30pm Bang LC for Lunch. Take Hwy 200 E

3:30pm Portland Bruflat LC for a Meal as we finish for the day.

Saturday 34-mile ride

8:30am Mayville LC for Breakfast/Fun Mile parade. Take Co Rd 14N & Co Rd 21 E

12pm Buxton Immanuel LC for Lunch. Take Co Rd 21 E & Co Hwy 81 S

3:30pm Hillsboro Our Savior’s LC for a Meal and finish for the day.

Do Not Include

Candy; toothpaste; used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives, or

military figures; chocolate or food; fruit rolls or other fruit snacks; drink mixes (powdered or

liquid); liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or

glass containers; aerosol cans.

Candy specifications: Starting in 2017, no type of candy can be included in shoebox gifts.

Toothpaste specifications: Starting in 2017, toothpaste cannot be included in shoebox gifts,

but a child’s oral hygiene can still be improved by regular use of a toothbrush alone.

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Finley Lutheran Church Council

May 17th, 2017

Present: Jason Rayner, Lori Mehus, Wayne Beckman, Paul Kroeplin, Art Krueger,

Harlan Brager, Dale Good, Carol Anderson, and Pastor John Miller

Insurance coverage on the church and parsonage was discussed.

Pastor John Miller gave the Pastors report.

The Deacons will take care reading the sermon on June 4th. Art will lead the service.

Campership money may be used for sending children to Red Willow Day Camp.

A door handle needs to be fixed and fire extinguishers purchased.

The Pony Express will be passed out to everyone in July or August.

Council will have meetings this summer, for the new Pastor.

A newer copier will be installed in the church office.

The funeral and wedding policies were discussed for members and non members.

June meeting will be June 21st at 7pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Carol Anderson, Secretary

Seekers Day Camp 9am - 3pm Free! (Entering grades K-6) July 26, 2017

This is a perfect way for young campers to dip their toes into life at Red Willow Bible

Camp. Campers will be busy every minute. The counselors will lead them in games, arts and

crafts, a Bible study and weather permitting, swimming. Campers will have fun worship time

and learn new songs. Contact Angie Jerstad, Heidi Walswick or Lori Mehus if your child is

interested in going. Transportation will be provided. You can find more information on this

camp and others at redwillowbiblecamp.org

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Finley Lutheran Parish

PO Box 156 Finley, ND 58230 Phone 701.524.2369 Pastor’s Office 701-524-1904 Email: finleylutheranparish@mlgc.com Return Service Requested

Finley Lutheran President: Jason Rayner

Secretary: Carol Anderson

Treasurer: Lori Mehus

Trustees: Harlan Brager,

Wayne Beckman, Paul Kroeplin

Deacons: Art Krueger, Dale Good

Board of Ed: Angie Jerstad,

Heidi Walswick, Chris Fife

WELCA Rep: Diane Kroeplin,

Mary Brager

Financial Secretary: Chad Bomber

Organist: Donna Smith

Parsonage Committee:

Duane Bakke, Thaine Hanson

Sheyenne Valley Lutheran President: Julie Hoverson

Secretary: Pam Monson

Treasurer: Dave Hoverson

Trustees: Lynn Carlson, Dana Carlson

Deacons: Craig Carlson, Larry Carlson

Financial Secretary: Keith Monson

WELCA Rep: Ann Bremer

Organist:

Sexton: Dana Carlson

Parsonage Committee: Jeff Carlson,

Gordon Carlson

Pastor John Miller

Ostervold Lutheran President: Karen Leslie

Secretary: Carolyn Paulsen

Treasurer: Pam Montag

Trustees: Don Nygaard,

Glenn Jacobson

Deacons: Bob Paulsen,

Kelly Jacobson

Financial Secretary: Mary Jacobson

WELCA Rep: Christine Paulsen

Organist: Donna Smith

Parsonage Committee: Jim Jacobson,

Marlys Jacobson