ORGAN CHIMES NEWLETTER

april 2018ORGAN LUTHERAN CHURCH

Youth BBQ Chicken Dinner April 14. Tickets are on sale now!

SAVE THIS DATE!AGAPE DAY CAMP

Here at Organ!July 23, 24, 25, 26, 27

PASTORRev. Carlin Ours

VICARMr. Jordan Davis

COUNCIL CHAIRMANMr. Mark Brown

ORGANISTMrs. Jana S. Thomas

CHOIR DIRECTORMr. Mark Brown

OFFICE SECRETARY

Mrs. Connie B. Griffin

LAWN CAREMr. Tommy Brooks, Jr.

YOUTH DIRECTORMrs. Rita P. Ramsey

Owings’ Spring Event

 

MAY 5, 2018 

FIVE O’CLOCK UNTIL…

MEMBERS & FAMILY IN NURSING HOMES, HOSPITALS, SICK & HOMEBOUND

Cody Trexler Logan Cheeseman Ann DonahueJackie Brown Fred Basinger Coy Shive Wendy Sifford Gene Ray Floyd Goodman Ray FryerScott Shoe Larry Brown Sandy Campbell Ashley Sapp Kay LambeLinda Pless Betty Buckwell Elvira Linder Scarlett LivingoodRenee Wright Maurice Staley Donald Wilhelm Bill ThompsonLarry Castor Cleo Haynes Frank Brady Daisy Bost Connie Griffin Cherry Funderburk Jennifer Shoe

OUR SYMPATHY IS EXPRESSED TO the family and friends of Bernita Abernathy. Bernita died on February 26, 2018.

APRIL BIRTHDAY LIST FOR NEWSLETTER1 Gina A. Flowers 16 Liam Hirst2 Beryl Whitley 16 Anesha Harris3 Ray Fryer 18 Hunter Lingle4 Nelson Austin 18 David Trexler, Jr.6 Hazel Cress 18 Dana Bernecky6 Bill Shive 18 Billie Culp6 Bobbi Martin 19 Louann Shive6 Deborah Martin 19 Renee Wright7 Revonda Brady 19 David Wilson7 JoAnn Austin 20 Jonathan McCullough7 Kim Barringer 20 Gavin Hunsucker8 Steve Sifford 20 Louise Ketner9 LuAnn Phelps 20 Betty Atkinson9 Heather Heilig 21 Jimmy Hill9 Sam Wilson 21 Cheryl Misenheimer9 Scott Lingle 23 Aaron Sifford10 Jay Hoffner 23 Kristi Burris10 Jason Foster 23 Riley Burton10 Gray Dorsett 24 Phil Brady11 Louise Sifford 24 Randy Josey, Jr.12 Greg Bentley 26 Cathy Perry12 Colton Croniser 27 Kaela Bernecky13 Greg Simpson 27 Daniel Corl14 Niki Castor 28 Leesa Dawson14 Reid Austin 29 Kelly Wilhelm14 Carol Jean Brown 29 Cathy Perry15 Heather Rinehardt 30 Julie A. Wagoner16 Hilda Anthony 30 Terri Morgan16 Pastor Carlin Ours 30 Glenn Heilig16 Cory Ours

Pastor Carlin’s Page…The Highest Office

On February 14th of this year a horrific shooting took place in Parkland Florida at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School. Unfortunately, seventeen students and faculty members were killed and many others injured. On that day, I found out about the shooting on my way to pick-up my high schooler. As I heard the reports on my car radio my heart began to sink. My thoughts went to my son as well as the other children here at Organ Church who attend various schools within our county. Our schools are not any different from the one in Florida. This truly hit home for me and many throughout our nation. As usual at events like these emotions run high and discussions ensue about ways to end this sort of senseless violence from happening again.

Since this tragic day, I have heard a plethora of things many folks think will help. Most of these folks, I think are well meaning and have the best of intentions. I do not think this of the political class weighing in on the issue as both sides seek only a political advantage over the other. I have a very jaded view of politicians and feel they care little about the folks affected and are more interested in the talking point and issue to use for advantage. However, as much discussion as has taken place and it should, I have not heard anyone discuss what I consider the root cause of this and all other similar events. I believe the weak state of the family is the reason behind these events and most of the decline in our society.

The main reason the issue of the family is not mentioned is because it is not political and will not get clicks on social media or bring in viewers or readers to TV or print media. In other words, politicians and TV talking heads find little or no benefit in discussing this most pressing issue. Also, the thought of marriage and family has become passé and is thought to be a relic from our past that has outlasted its relevance. However, if one just delves briefly into statistical data from the past several decades we can see a direct correlation between social decline, violence, drug abuse, murder, as well as declines in adult behavior, student behavior and success in school and beyond. All this and more can be attributed to a decline in the family system.

How we got to this place can be traced over many decades and to various reasons. Though, when you find yourself in a ditch it is not as important how you got there as it is how you get out.

Many will not like my prescription because the places most look for help, the Government and pop culture cannot help. In fact, I would argue they are part of the problem. The remedy will not cost tax payers one red dime and does not require a new program from the Government or for Hollywood stars or famous singers of to give time or fortune toward. It is quite simple, really.

Here it is: we need to begin to take marriage and the raising of children seriously. You say come on preacher it can’t be that simple, but yet it is. We as parents and couples need to take responsibility for the high office we hold. What office is that you may ask? Husband and wife and father and mother, these are the highest office anyone can hold, President, senator, congressman, doctor, esquire, pastor or any other position or office pales in comparison.

If people would just take their marriage vows seriously and the vows they take at Baptism for a child seriously and if children take affirmation of Baptism vows seriously many of the issues and ailments our society faces would shrink significantly. This requires personal responsibility from each of us. Our lives communities and nation rely on each other. Thus, when we have strong marriages and families we have strong children, schools, communities, and a nation. It is up to us to teach the next generation morals, ethics, common sense, manners and proper behavior as well as respect for the rights and life of everyone. Only, “We The People” can insure this to happen if we take marriage, family, children and especially God seriously.

Just for your information here are the vows for Baptism and affirmation of Baptism is very similar as the same promises are made:

As you present you child/yourself for baptism in Christian love, you are entrusted with gifts & responsibilities: LIVE with them among God’s faithful people, BRING them to the services of worship in God’s house, TEACH them the Lord’s Prayer, the Creed, and the Ten Commandments. As they grows in years, you should: PLACE in their hands the Holy Scriptures, PROVIDE for their instruction

in the Christian faith, so that they may learn to trust God, proclaim Christ through word and deed, care for others and the world God made, and lead godly lives until the day of Jesus Christ. Do you promise to fulfill these obligations? Brian do you also take these promises for yourself?

I do.

Family and friends, do you promise to nurture this family in the Christian faith as you are empowered by God’s Spirit, help them live in the covenant of baptism, support and pray for them in their new life in Christ?

We do.

Marriage declaration intention: Bride, will you have Groom to be your husband, to live together in the covenant of marriage? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, and, forsaking all others, be faithful to him as long as you both shall live?

Response: I will.

Groom, will you have Bride to be your wife, to live together in the covenant of marriage? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, and, forsaking all others, be faithful to her as long as you both shall live?

Response: I will.

Marriage VowsIn the presence of God and this community, I Bride, take you, Groom, to be my husband; to have and to hold from this day forward, in joy and sorrow, in plenty and in want, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, as long as we both shall live. This is my solemn vow.

In the presence of God and this community, I Groom, take you, Bride, to be my wife; to have and to hold from this day forward, in joy and sorrow, in plenty and in want, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, as long as we both shall live. This is my solemn vow.

May the Lord restore our families and our nation. Amen

Written by Pastor Ours

THE ORGAN COMMUNITY SENIOR CITIZENS GROUP

THE SENIOR CITIZENS GROUP will meet April 3 at 10:30 am in the Fellowship Hall. Come and bring a friend to enjoy our covered dish lunch! The program will be on the history of Organ Church presented by Terry Shive.

The trip to Hickory on Wednesday, March 21 was canceled due to bad weather. However, we have several fun trips coming up!

August 20-21—(Georgia) We will be leaving at 6:30 am. All money is due by April 3, 2018.

December 10-11—(Myrtle Beach) See Linda Austin for details. July 15, 2019—(Niagara Falls trip to Canada and Lancaster, PA) See Linda

Austin for details.

On March 3rd the committee for the battered women’s shelter met and prepared items to be picked up. The O-WINGS would like to thank all those who contributed items. The person picking up the items was very thankful and impressed with the amount of items that were collected. She gave us some very interesting facts about the organization.

The O-WINGS was responsible for the Lenten Meal. I would like to thank Tim Bollinger for helping me with this meal. I was sick and unable to buy the items and cook all those potatoes. Tim stepped in as a volunteer, on short notice to help and made sure everything ran smoothly.

All O-Wings are reminded about the April 15 family activity. The fun begins at 3:00. Group II will start with the first activity followed by Group III and IV. From the hints I have heard about the fun you will not want to miss it. The meal will be served at 5:00. BBQ will be served and everyone is to bring a covered dish.

Our next big event is our Yard Sale on May 19. Set up will begin at 1:00 on Friday evening. Let everyone know that we need things for the yard sale. The proceeds for the yard sale will be used to help with hosting an orphan from another country. She was with Vicar Jordan and Lisa last year. No furniture (unless approved by Le-Nea Goble) or TV’s will be accepted.

The mother/daughter spring activity will be held on May 5th. Group IV is in charge of this event. I am hearing rumors about a prom so get those prom dresses out and ready to go to the prom.

Remember your shut-ins. Due to so much sickness I know some groups are postponing their Easter baskets until later in the spring.

Group Date Time Leader HostessII 04/10/18 7:00 Barbara Sifford Janice MurrayIII 04/10/18 7:00 Ann Miller Fellowship HallIV 04/11/18 10:30 Sara Brown Fellowship Hall

The Fifty Day Challenge

O-WINGS

We rely on the Holy Spirit to make this happen:

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.Acts 1:8

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.Matthew 28: 20

Did you know. . .There are approximately 65% of American who have no real connection to a family of faith. However, inviting people to “go to church” is not going to work. It hasn’t worked in a long time and frankly it’s not the ultimate goal. The goal is building RELATIONSHIPS that lead to faith. Faith is the first step toward a rich, life-saving, blessed life in Christ. Use this space to write the first name of the person or persons that the Spirit of God is calling you to pray for, serve, talk to, help, or something else: Please offer this person’s first name to the community of faith as part of Easter Worship in the Fifty Days preceding Pentecost.

The Fifty Day Challenge is NOT about inviting people to church, though that could happen. It is about fostering relationships with people that God loves and wants to be close to, to nurture, help grow, to comfort and sustain. As you think about the fifty days between Easter and Pentecost, remember all that God has done for us: Jesus died a cruel death on the cross, atoning for our sin and redeeming us from the power of death and sin in our lives, on the third day God enacted a miracle like no other before or since- he raised Jesus from the dead. The risen Christ then revealed himself to the disciples beginning with Mary Magdalene and the other Marys. He gave them a mission to attend to and the Spirit to guide them. We have been rescued from all that holds us captive and we are a part of that mission here and now!We all have interactionseach day with numerouspeople, each of which Godloves and wants to have adeeper relationship with. . .That’s what the Fifty DayChallenge is all about.

O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth will declare your praise. –Psalm 51:15

Adapted from solapublishing.com

PASTOR OURS’ BIBLE STUDY (with communion and prayer) is Mondays at

10:30 in the morning and the other is at 7:00 in the evening.

VICAR DAVIS’ BIBLE STUDY is Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.

ALTAR FLOWERS ARE NEEDED! If

We rely on the Holy Spirit to make this happen:

Ask God to reveal to youat least one person that youare meant to be praying for,be open to, and eventuallyto invite into a deeper lifewith the Risen Christ.

Each day, pray thisprayer:

Precious Jesus,Make me open to your guidancetoday as you seek toshow me, your humble servant,who it is that you wantme to serve and to pray for.Pour out your Holy Spirit onme and the person you haveidentified that needs me today.Reveal to me that son ordaughter of yours that needsyou more and more in theirlife. Open my eyes to see

you would like to place altar flowers in the church on a Sunday, please call Connie at the church office and reserve your date on the calendar. (704-279-3096)

CONGRATULATIONS to all the First Communion recipients!

QUARTERLY COMMITTEE NIGHT April 12, at 7pm

Agape Camp signups for children and grandchildren of congregational members will be on

May 6 and 13. After this, registration will be open to the public. Agape Day Camp will be held on July 23, 24, 25, 26, 272018 EARLY SERVICES will ONLY be held in the Old Church ––June through August. We will not have 4th Sunday Early Service.

DEADLINE FOR NEWSLETTER ARTICLES

The deadline for articles to be included in the Organ Chimes is

the 15th of each month.

THE DEADLINE FOR BULLETIN INFORMATION

The deadline for getting information

to the Church Secretary for the weekly Sunday Bulletins is

Wednesday afternoon.

ROWAN HELPING MINISTRIES’ DONATIONS FOR APRIL

Is Peanut Butter and Jelly Please place the items in the bins in

the breezeway

ORGAN FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS for

February is JELLY.Please place the items in the wagon.

THE SENIOR GROUP will be meeting on April 3 at 10:30 am in the Fellowship Hall to hear the History of Organ Church presented by Terry Shive.

Items are being collected for the yard sale, which will be held on May 19.

Gavin Hunsucker

Carson Corl Austin Cox Mason Yost

Buzz around the Bible1. What was Mordecai’s relationship to Esther? 2. Which of Jacob’s sons did not inherit any land and which was given a double

portion through his sons?3. Outside of what city was Paul stoned, drug out of the city, and thought to be

dead? 4. Why does the world not know us? (Hint….It’s in one of John’s

Epistles)5. What was the name of David’s oldest brother?6. Which prophet saw dead bones become alive?7. What was the name of the man who took Judas’ place as a disciple? 8. **Difficult** Who saved a future king from being killed by his grandma?9. **Outside the Bible** Which prophet’s servant, Baruch, do we have archaeological

Trivia and

Games Are you Smarter than a Small Catechism?

1. We should _________, _________, and _________ in God above all things.

2. We pray this petition [Give us this day our daily bread] that He would make us __________ of His benefits and ________ us to receive our daily bread with ________________.

3. Baptism…is the water comprehended in God’s ________ and connected with God’s -________.

4. Which of these authors does Luther not quote the Lord’s Supper from?

a. Matthewb. Markc. Luked. Johne. Paul

5. How many parts of confession are there?

6. Who in us is drowned through

Modified from www.education.com

Answers to “Are You Smarter…” 1. fear, love, and trust 2. sensible, enable, thanksgiving 3. command, Word 4. John 5. Two6.the old Adam

Answers to “Buzz around...” 1. Cousins. 2. Levi, Joseph 3. Lystra 4. It did not know Him. 5. Eliab 6.Ezekiel 7. Matthias 8. Jehosheba 9. Jeremiah

VOLUNTEERS FOR APRIL 2018Head Usher: Clarence MillerDate Ushers Tellers Greeters1 Com.Easter Sunrise

Mitch & Wendy Eidson Perry AustinNiki CastorSalena Poston

Jordan CressBob Thompson

1 Com.EASTER

Darrell & Fran Simpson, Carl & Marvene Alexander

Perry AustinNiki CastorSalena Poston

Tim & Shirley Misenheimer

8 Darrell & Fran Simpson, Carl & Marvene Alexander

Perry AustinNiki CastorSalena Poston

Tim & Shirley Misenheimer

15 Darrell & Fran Simpson, Carl & Marvene Alexander

Perry AustinNiki CastorSalena Poston

Tim & Shirley Misenheimer

22 Darrell & Fran Simpson, Carl & Marvene Alexander

Perry AustinNiki CastorSalena Poston

Tim & Shirley Misenheimer

295th Sunday

Darrell & Fran Simpson, Carl & Marvene Alexander

Perry AustinNiki CastorSalena Poston

Jordan CressBob Thompson

Date Acolytes Crucifer Lector1 Com.Easter Sunrise

Kellin Ours Kaye Hirst

1 Com.EASTER

Bryson & Braden Shive Jacob Poston Mark Brown

8 Bailey & Gabe Krack

Kellin Ours Denene Brown

15 Zeke BrownHunter Hill

Blaze Shoe Lane Brown

22 Celia & Camrie Sifford

Hunter Hill Heather Coleman

295th Sunday

Riley McCulloughMallory Bentley

Zeke Brown Alvin Park

VOLUNTEERS FOR APRIL 2018 contd’Date Communion Assistants Communion Helpers1 Com.EASTER SUNRISE

Pat Shive Coy Shive

1 Com.EASTER

Buddy & Dianne ArtzTim Bollinger

Steve & Tammy YatesDenene BrownHeather Coleman

ORGAN LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES

March 11, 2018

Chairman: Mark Brown Secretary: Niki CastorVice-Chairman: Rev. Carlin Ours Treasurer: Lorri Sifford/Jimmy Hill

2019 2018 2017Niki Castor Kenny Austin Jimmy BrownDaniel Corl Tim Bollinger Dennis HolshouserJimmy Hill Mark Brown Jimmie MorganKathi Lingle Clarence Miller Cathy PerryJonathan McCullough Selena Poston LuAnn PhelpsDarrell Simpson Lorri Sifford Heather ColemanAbsent: Lorri SiffordDevotions: Kenny Austin - Psalm 85

Perry Austin, Kenny Austin and Jonathan McCullough will have Chat and Chew Breakfast March 25th.Tellers for March are Perry Austin, Kenny Austin and Jonathan McCullough.Head usher for April is Clarence MillerThe Pastor’s report was read. Vicar Davis gave a report. He slipped a disc in his neck. Made visits to the hospital, taught Young Adult Sunday School class. He and Lisa are assisting in the office while Connie is out. Bible study will pick back up after Lenten services. Preached 1 sermon in March attended a concert with the youth.February minutes were read and approved.The Financial Report read by Jimmy Hill and approved. Committee reports:Altar Guild: Will sell flowers for 3 weeks. Will decorate March 31st. Was asked if they could keep one nice looking artificial green plant to use in case no flowers are available.Beautification: Added topiaries at columbarium walkway and birdhouse outside church office. Birdhouse was handmade by Shawn Cox in memory of Dennis “Gobe” Goble.Bus: No reportCemetery: No reportChristian Education: Luther League met March 3rd. Parents drove the Luther League to Rock Grove Church to view their youth facility and had a lesson on the resurrection of Jesus. They also attended Winter Jan February 24th. Will have a lock in March 23rd and will polish brass in the old church for Easter and stuffing eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt to be held March 24th 2 – 4. Luther League is doing a BBQ chicken fundraiser….pickup date is April 14th. March 17th will go to Defy Gravity.Evangelism: Jordan spoke about doing basic research on mission items with different groups.Family Life: Lenten meals are averaging about 55 – 60 people.Finance: Report read.Historical: Nothing to reportHousekeeping: Repaired 2 vacuum cleaners.

Insurance: Received several quote. Farm Bureau came in the lowest at $7,000 which is a savings of about $5,000.Property: Due to a medical incident at Trunk A Treat Daniel looked into lighting for the parking lot. It is more cost effective to use LED at a savings of $2 per light. Contractor to do a GPS overlay to show where lights would be. Would add lights at playground and have a request for motion light at back of Fellowship Hall. The Fellowship Hall is leaking and the property committee recommends having a contractor to shingle the roof at a cost of $7,350…..motion to take to the congregation for a vote. Getting quotes for printers. Current printer is 7 years old. Suggested leasing vs. purchasing at around $400 per month…..ink and maintenance included. Current maintenance plan is $177 per month. Quotes to purchase a printer outright is $10,175 to $12,246.Social Ministry: Highway cleanup will be the Saturday before Easter.Worship and Music: Nothing to report.New Business: The background check committee recommends researching and retaining an outside person such as an attorney to come up with policy and procedures. Old Business: Working on heaters for organist.

Respectively submitted, Niki Castor, Secretary

Mark Brown, President

MEMORIALS AND SPECIAL DONATIONS

GIVEN TO THE MEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory of Leo Miller. In Memory of Bib Shive In Memory of Bernita Abernathy

THE ORGAN CHIMES NewsletterORGAN LUTHERAN CHURCH1515 Organ Church RoadSalisbury, NC 28146

Website: www.organlutheran.churchEmail: organchurch@charlotte.twcbc.com

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Rev. Carlin Ours, Pastor Parsonage 704-279-5214Connie Griffin, Secretary Office 704-279-3096