October 2015 - Chisago Lake Lutheran Church

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October, 2015 Volume 47 #10
Chisago Lake Evangelical Lutheran Church
Center City, Minnesota 55012
Organized May 12, 1854
Oct., 2015
Volume 457#10
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
M - F. 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
Phone
651-257-6300
Fax
651-257-5103
E-Mail Addresses
Church office
Louise:
[email protected]
Pastor Craig:
[email protected]
Pastor Barb:
[email protected]
Organist - Marilyn
[email protected]
Christian Education
[email protected]
Youth [email protected]
Contemporary Music Coord.
Nick- [email protected]
Church Accountant
Sue D. [email protected]
website
www.chisagolake
lutheranchurch.org
SUNDAY WORSHIP
HOURS
8:30 am & 10:45 am
9:30 Chris Ed. and
Adult Education
COMMUNION WORSHIP
SERVICES
1ST AND 3RD SUNDAYS
OF EACH MONTH
ERIC NORELIUS is
coming to Chisago Lake
Lutheran Church!
Sunday, October 4th, 2015
Pastor Rod Anderson,
Gustavus Adolphus
College, steps into the
historic shoes of Eric
Norelius, one of the first
pioneer ministers of our church.
Join us at 8:30 or 10:45 am
to hear him tell us about bringing the
Lutheran Church to the Swedes in
Minnesota in the 1850”s. Listen to his
stories of gathering the immigrants
together into congregations in those
early Swedish settlements, finding a
home for Gustavus Adolphus College
and founding Vasa Children’s Home for
the little orphaned ones!
He has phots and stories to tell!
Between services you will find Eric in the
Heritage room with more stories.
After the second service, join us in the
fellowship hall for a Power Point
presentation of this historic work and a
potluck meal.
COME, meet Eric Norelius and enjoy good
food and fellowship. Everyone is invited! Bring
a friend and a dish to share.
As I write this, Barb and I are on the north
shore of Lake Superior, hiking for 2 days
before Barb has her knee replaced. This
morning we hiked to Tettegouche Lake. As we
approached the lake I heard a rustling sound that
seemed to be moving closer. I looked for a tree to
climb confident that Barb could take care of the
bear. Suddenly, Barb said, "do you hear that? It's
acorns dropping.?" We were in the midst of oaks. I
was relieved! Then I was in awe that we were in
this place at the right time to witness this act of
nature in recreating itself, most of the time, when I
am not even aware of it. Scripture says that God
created in such a way that creation can keep
itself going. The Creator has made
creation, well, creative.
In our cabin , by the door as you leave, there is a
small sign that reads, “Every rock you remove from
our shoreline causes erosion. Our precious
shoreline is weakened with every stone removed
and we lose ground to the lake with every storm.
Please do not remove rocks larger than a
baseball.”
I am reminded that we humans, in small seeming
insignificant acts, can destroy what God has given
the power to create. Only we have the power to
limit our effect on the water, land and air. What
we don't do is more important than what we often
do.
Pastor Craig
October President’s Corner
I give you a new commandment, that you love
one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should
love one another. By this everyone will know that you
are my disciples, if you have love for one another.
John 13:34-35
Know your purpose. To have, know, and understand a clear
purpose and calling in this life is a blessing indeed. We all know
someone who can sing such that the spirit of God stirs within us
upon hearing their song or stand back in wonder as an organizing
dynamo executes a carefully orchestrated event in which everything
flows seamlessly. Living our purpose requires Jesus Christ to guide
us in a focused and refining way to faithfully live out our calling; as
individuals, within our community, and for the worldwide church.
Your church council has the challenging mission to discern
purpose, need, and priority in an ever-changing world where Christ
is center. After years of deliberation and planning we are prepared
to present plans for a building addition on the sanctuary level which
includes restrooms and an expanded Narthex. All members are
encouraged to attend a building addition forum with an opportunity
for questions and answers on Sunday, October 11th at 9:30 a.m. in the
Green Room. A special congregational meeting will be held on
Sunday, October 25th at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall in which a
vote will take place to seeking approval for the design plans.
We hope you will join us for a special Sunday on October 4th
with Pastor Rod Anderson from Gustavus Adolphus. He will be
dressed in period clothing as Eric Norelius and participating in both
worship services followed by a presentation and potluck dinner in
the Fellowship Hall. Come learn about one of the first pioneer
ministers at Chisago Lake Lutheran Church.
Also, please extend a warm welcome to the much-anticipated
arrival of our new Children, Youth, and Families Director, Stacy
Johnson. We hope in the coming months to grow our connection,
faith, friendship, love, and ministry through this important part of
our faith community.
This month I pray we may know, understand, and carry out
our purpose in love for Christ and each other. Peace in Christ to
you.
Tara Lindahl
Council President
Circle Meeting Dates - October
Wisdom Circle
Joy Circle
Friendship Circle
Glory Circle
Faith Circle
Oct. 13th at 10:30 am
Oct. 20th at 9:30 am
Oct. 20th at 1:00 pm
Oct. 27th at 1:30 pm
in the Green room
Oct. 27th at 7:30 pm
Memorials for June, July, August
Undesignated
Dwaine Kammetz
Mike & Missy Glenna
Gary & Bonnie Anderson
Ron Nelson
Craig Sellman
Charlotte Ruser
New Bathrooms
Diane Goetz
Charlotte Ruser
WELCA quilting
Delores Allen
Gordy & Vida Meland
Gordy & Vida Meland
Charlotte Ruser
Charlotte Ruser
Earl Selden
Butterfly Garden
Tom & Sue Leaf
Charlotte Ruser
To Be Designated
Robert & Mary Grossenbachner
Wally Carlson
WANTED: Nursery attendant: We are still looking for a person to
fill our paid nursery attendant position. Sunday’s 8-noon. In the mean
time, we are looking for adult volunteers to rotate so we can offer this
important service to our members with young children. Please see
Theresa or the pastors if you are able to help out.
ALL CREATURES
GREAT AND SMALL…
are invited to the
“Blessing of the Animals”
at Chisago Lake Lutheran Church
Sunday, October 11th at 2 pm.
This is in commemoration of Francis of Assisi,
who renounced his wealth and future inheritance and devoted
himself to serving the poor. Francis had a spirit of gladness and
gratitude for all of God’s creation. This has been a traditional
time to bless pets and animals, creatures Francis called his
brothers and sisters. All animals, great and small, are welcome.
Large animals will be blessed outside of the sanctuary. Come
and bring your favorite pet to be blessed.
Sunday School and Wednesday JAM are off to a great start!
 We are really excited about our program this year and
plan to have the kids sing in church at least 4-5 times
throughout the year. Our first appearance will be on
October 11th during the second service.
 We would like to introduce the "Adopt-a-Classroom"
program for Sunday mornings. We are looking for
some adults to come into the class rooms to help with
the activities and read from the bible. This does not
need to be an every week commitment. Even if it's just
once a month, we would love to have more
involvement from the congregation.
JAM: Jesus and Me
Wednesday afternoons, kids in 1st – 5th grade come to church for bible lessons, fun,
and fellowship. We are looking for a driver to pick up kids from the Taylors Falls
School at approx. 3:30 and bring them to church each week. We are also looking for
some additional volunteers for adult supervision from about 3:40 to 5:30. We really
need a couple of extra hands to make this a successful program for our kids.
Thanks for your prayerful consideration.
Members birthdays in October
Sarah Burch
Ted Chojnacki
Tom Leaf
Jim Peterson
Samantha Johnson
Karl Ruser
Charlotte Becker
Mark Olson
Gerald Reichstadt
Mat Campbell
Cooper Kedrowski
Don Swanson
Tim Lantz
Elijah Lantz
Donna Nyberg
Kathy Wallraff
Larry Lindahl
Alexis Winterlin
Gary Johnson
Travis Ongstad
Dorothy Berglund
Brenda Rafferty
Evelyn Sellman
Nikki Garner
Joseph Parke
Janell Gornik
Jeannine Plessel
Anna Burch
Madilyn Campbell
10/2
10/3
10/4
10/5
10/6
10/6
10/7
10/7
10/7
10/8
10/9
10/9
10/10
10/11
10/11
10/11
10/12
10/12
10/13
10/13
10/14
10/14
10/14
10/15
10/15
10/17
10/17
10/18
10/18
Julie Klein
10/18
Ole Nasvik
10/18
Sharon Roush
10/18
Dale Williams
10/18
Duane Damm
10/19
Daniel Medin
10/19
Don Johansen III
10/20
Raine Nyberg
10/20
Bev Sandgren
10/20
Elizabeth Gornik
10/21
Lowell Lindo
10/22
Chase Mittelsteadt 10/22
Jamie Watters
10/22
Blake Norelius
10/24
Scarlett Christensen 10/25
Ann Nelson
10/25
Lisa Schmidt
10/26
Jaden Blumer
10/27
Austin Larson
10/27
Midge Zemlin
10/27
Nick Barr
10/29
Max Glenna
10/29
Trudy McKenzie
10/29
Gabe Strenke
10/29
Austin Swing
10/29
Sharon Tretsven
10/29
Brianna Garner
10/30
Pat Ongstad
10/30
They’re coming! They’re coming! The raffle
tickets are coming! Be on the lookout for the
Annual Church Bazaar raffle tickets being
sold in the Fellowship Hall in November.
Anyone wanting to pick up tickets for selling
Bizarre? No!!!
Saturday, December 5th, 9 am—3 pm
You know it’s time to think of the Bazaar with the leaves turning colors all
around us. You know you have special talents that can be used to make
contributions to the sale. Get busy now to be ready for this great annual
fundraiser.
Baked stuff for the Bethlehem Bakery, Antiques, Knitted and Sewn items,
Wood crafts, and the list goes on. Get your mind in gear and help us make
this THE best bazaar yet. Nothing bizarre about that!!!!
We’ll need help later for set-up, break down,
cleaning and set–up for Sunday. We
depend on your generosity to make this
successful again.
You are welcome to join the committee.
Bring new ideas and strategies.
Questions! Call Ange Campbell, 257-8185.
Follow the Star to the Bethelem Bakery
Bakeries sell. Bakers bake.
They go together like Minnie and Mickey.
Bring your goodies in the pan (or baggie) to the kitchen on Friday afternoon
or early Saturday. We will package them. We would really like to have the
holiday specialties: rosettes, lefsa, Danish pastries, etc., which are first to
be sold. Along with those, sweet breads, cakes, bars, cookies by the dozen
sell really well. Please put a note indicating what the baked item is, such as:
gingersnaps, Fantasy Fudge, and so on.
can contact Pat Williams, 257-3140.
This years raffles will be a Quilt by Vida, a 9 time family swimmers pass
to the Grand Stay Motel in Chisago City, 2—$100 grocery cards from
Brinks and Lindstrom foods, 3 - $100 gas cards from Holiday, BP and
Kwik Trip, and Fiamma’s surprise basket.
Tickets are ONLY $1 each or 6 for $5.
The prices haven’t changed. You can always
purchase tickets in the church office anytime.
Thanks for all your support in this annual event held at CLLC!
Bazaar!
Bring in your favorites to the
Bethlehem Bakery
Friday afternoon, the 4th or
early Saturday, the 5th
To our friends at CLLC,
We have been blessed throughout this time following the death of our sweet
Bobby. Never have we felt such heartfelt love, compassion, and generosity surround
us. We give thanks to all the hugs, kind words, prayers, food, visits, and offers of help,
gifts and memorials in Bob’s name. Thanks to Dave, Dale, and Rod of the Faith Chest
team for building the beautiful benches for Bob. Thanks to the Service Groups for the
fantastic lunch that was served following the funeral service. The food provided at Bob’s
visitation was a great idea for our family members and friends and they were
grateful. Special thanks to Pastors Craig and Barb and Louise. Your help throughout our
loss is truly a God send.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Steve and Lisa, Jill, Sara, & Mark Sontag
Dear CLLC Scholarship Committee,
Thank you very much for the scholarshop. I needed it this year more than ever! I did
not get as much aid from my school so I am very grateful. Thank you so much again,
Maxwell Glenna
Dear Board of Directors,,
Thank you for your generous award from the Chisago Lake Ev. Lutheran Church
Scholarship program. I am truly thankful for your support. I am very excited to
attend the University of Minnesota, Duluth and this scholarship is greatly appreciated.
Your financial support means a lot to me and my future. Thank you also for the quilts
given to the seniors this spring. I will greatly appreciate the extra warmth as I try to
survive a Duluth winter!
With gratitude, Lilly Meierhoff
Dear CLLC Scholarship Committee,
Thank you for the scholarship! I’ve moved from Carroll University in Wisconsin to
Iowa State University. My new major is chemistry and I’m still hoping to go to
graduate school. This money is going to help so much to pay for books and allow me
to use my summer job earnings for tuition! Thank you again, I greatly appreciate it!
Sincerely, Laura Burch
Dear CLLC,
The money I received from the scholarship will help me in many ways. Anything I
can get will help with tuition, books, and meals. Thank you so much.
Sincerely, Mark Sontag
Dear Members, Thank you so much for your check for $91.00. Your gift will provide
new life and hope to the 1 in 65 Minnesotans who use the services of LSS of MN
each year.
Sincerely, Sarah Kretschmann, Lutheran Social Services
Chisago Lake Lutheran Church offers online giving!
Electronic transfer of funds is a fast, secure and
convenient way to give your donations directly to
Chisago Lake Lutheran Church.
Check out Online Giving at www.chisagolakelutheranchurch.org.
Parmly LifePointe’s
REACH FOR THE STARS
Senior (50+) Wellness Program
Monday, Wednesday & Fridays
9:00 a.m. at Chisago Lake Lutheran Church
Fellowship Hall $1 per session
Come and join us for exercise, to learn about new
health topics, and develop lasting friendships.
Community Meals
Mondays, 4-6 p.m.
Zion Lutheran, Chisago City
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS. Each week we need three
volunteers and three pans of bars. If I have missed you in my
calling, please call me and let me know you can help.
Bonnie Anderson, 651-257-2467
Tickets can be purchased in the church office.
AUGUST 2015 RECEIPTS = $ 41,229.86
General Fund
Outreach:
Ilula
Food Shelf
Community Meals
Memorial Fund
Youth Fund
W/ELCA
Bazaar
Altar Fund
Historical Committee
Faith Chest
Building and Equipment
Building Fund
Friends of CLLC5
Grave Sales
Miscellaneous
Choir Loft Lights
Upper Level Restrooms
Anniversary Fund
Butterfly Gardens
Pig Roast
Wedding
Thrivent Choice
28,221.66
90.00
30.00
25.00
245.00
3,055.19
420.57
100.00
25.00
43.00
125.00
382.00
60.00
6.00
5,400.00
280.32
100.00
800.00
20.00
283.00
499.12
820.00
149.00
PRAYER CHAIN REQUESTS
Please call Midge Zemlin, prayer chain
chairperson at 257-9185, or Larry Nelson at
257-2226 or the church office at 257-6300
If someone you know has been hospitalized
or is confined at home, and is in need of prayers
or a pastoral visit, please contact the church
office at 257-6300. Pastor Craig and Pastor Barb
would welcome the opportunity to pay a visit to them
and pray for and with them. You may also call the Prayer
Chain coordinators, Midge Zemlin – 257-9185 or Larry Nelson, 2572226.
Chisago Lake Lutheran Church
Church Council Meeting
September 8th, 2015
Meeting Called to order by Tara Lindahl at 7:05p.m.
Opening Prayer/Meditation: Dave Reed
Members Present: Sue Abrahamson, Tara Lindahl, Chris Lundberg, Melissa
Rambow, Dave Reed, Chris Ruser, Pastor Craig.
Members Absent: Janie Briggs, Heith Glenna, Harold Shoberg, Pastor Barb
Check-In: Awards I never won.
Learning Time: Pastor Craig led a discussion from the book, “Facing Decline
Finding Hope: New Possibilities for Faithful Churches” Council will continue
having discussion on topics from this book in future meeting.
Agenda: Melissa moved to approve, Dave seconded.
August Minutes: Melissa moved to approve, Chris L. seconded.
Treasurers Report: We ended August $2,913 in the black and are $4,582 in
the black year to date. Notes were made however that had we been paying
for the open staff position for Youth/Chris Ed we would be in the red.
Pastor’s Report: The Pastors’ have been preparing for the Fall schedule to
begin, Confirmation Classes and ACT. There was a wedding in August.
Pastor Barb will be having knee replacement surgery, scheduled for
September 28th.
Committee Reports:
Finance: The Finance Committee made a motion to approve the 2016
Portico Benefits service rates. Chris R. approved, Dave seconded. Motion
carried.
Property: It was noted that taking into account the many ongoing
projects, needs, and general oversight around this property that there is a
significant need for more members on this committee.
There was a motion by Property Committee to contract for bat
exclusion from the parsonage up to $3000, after securing a
second bid for the project. Dave seconded. Motion carried.
Chris L. moved that the $700 for stump removal around the
church come from Building Repair Fund. Dave seconded.
Motion carried.
There was a request from Property to purchase a carpet
cleaning machine for $425. After some discussion, council
respectfully recommends property pursue other avenues for
rug cleaning due to the limited use the machine would get and
the cost.
There was discussion on several other upcoming expenses
the church building will need in the near future.
Youth: An update was given in regards to preparing for the upcoming year
of Confirmation and made note of the fact that we changed class times to
4:30-5:30 from the previous 6:00-7:00.
Worship and Music: There is still work being done on debugging the new
sound system. There were also notes made that the Grand Piano in the
Sanctuary will eventually need to be replaced, it no longer will stay in tune
after being tuned. W &M is looking into fundraising.
Old Business:
Sidewalk Repair: A SELA representative looked at the sidewalks
on the west side of the building and agreed there was damage done by
equipment used during the roofing project. They agreed to replace
portions damaged. SELA was asked for a bid on further cement repair
needs.
The Children, Youth, and Family Coordinator position has been
filled. Stacy Johnson was hired to begin mid-October.
New Business:
There will be a Forum on October 11th at 9:30a.m. in the Green
Room to answer questions on the building addition and upcoming
Congregational vote on the project.
There was discussion on the Nursery Attendant position that remains
open. There was a general consensus that it should be staffed with
someone 21 or older. An ad will be placed in the Press. Nursery continues
to be open and available Sunday mornings.
The Friends of CLLC has been looking at preservation projects.
They have identified preservation of the Stained Glass windows. There is
a bid for $40,000 to do needed work and are looking into fundraising for
this project.
Closing Prayer/Adjournment: Motion made by Tara, seconded by Dave to
adjourn. Motion carried.
Next Meeting: October 13th, 2015 at 7:00. Chris Ruser will provide
devotions and refreshments.
Respectfully submitted,
Pres. Sue Abrahamson for Secretary Janie Briggs
Spotlight on Committees – PROPERTY COMMITTEE
The Property Committee is a subcommittee to the Church
Council to assist the Church in the maintenance of all properties
in accordance with the Church.
1. Inspect all church property and equipment periodically and
maintain an inventory.
2. Recommend to Pastor/Personnel Committee of employment,
training and supervision needs of maintenance personnel.
3. Develop and recommend policies and procedures about
maintenance and insurance.
4. Assist Church in maintaining proper and adequate furnishings
for Church programs and activities.
5. Assist other Church committees in responsibilities relating to
Church property.
6. Review duties periodically and recommend appropriate
changes.
7. Prepare recommendations for Finance Committee.
The Property Committee is dedicated to maintaining and
improving our Church buildings and the surrounding grounds and
landscaping. They prioritize projects and hire skilled contractors
to do the necessary work or arrange for Church volunteers.
We are blessed with beautiful but old buildings. Due to the
tireless efforts of committees and the generosity of members
our building has been maintained over the years in fair condition.
Most recently carpet was funded & replaced in the undercroft,
sound system funded and replaced, very difficult to reach LED
light bulbs were installed above the choir loft, level 1 wall was
refaced, various cleaning tasks inside and out and many more
were undertaken by volunteers at CLLC.
Property Committee meetings are on the 4th Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.
in the Church office at the conference table. All are welcome to
attend in person or just to stay in the loop via email. Feel free to
use [email protected] to inform Property of anything
you’d like to communicate to the committee. The Property
Committee would like to hear from members regarding the
future needs of both repairs and improvements.
Here is a list of many needs at CLLC that the Property has
identified and some of their estimated costs:
 Elevator $3500 immediate maintenance need
 Elevator $100k modernize the current obsolete system
 Flat Roof replacement $80k - $100k remove & replace with
same or membrane style
 Suspended Ceiling Panels need replacing as they are sagging
due to water and moisture issues.
 Air Conditioning $9k Sanctuary, $9k Fellowship Hall level 2,
($55k whole building combined all 3 levels)
 De-Water SW quadrant of Sanctuary -Gathering estimates
 De-Water NW quadrant of Education Bldg. -Gathering
estimates
 De-Water North side of Education Bldg.-Gathering estimates
 Parking Lot, Upper $45k remove buried unsuitable
foundation rubble, regrade and repave.
 Parking Lot, Lower-crack filling $1k
 Parking Lot, Lower-seal coating
 Main sidewalk unleveled from seasonal frost heavegathering recommendations as it is not a concrete issue it
is a drainage issue.
 Patio regrading and re-set pavers & pillars as pavers are
settling concave near building and pillars are leaning.
 Doors at CLLC: Hardware & Weather stripping needs
 Sanctuary Wiring
 Sanctuary Bat abatement
 Sanctuary Carpet Replacement $20k - $30k
 Stain-Glass Windows re-glazing
 Stain-Glass Storm windows need venting
 Stain-Glass window South Side of Sanct. - lighting repair
needs
 Bell & Tower Clock upgrade
 Fire Protection
 Parsonage, Bat Abatement $2k – 5k
 Parsonage, Bat Guano Clean up
 Parsonage, Gutter Cleaning $120-$150
 Parsonage, Gutter Covers -Gathering estimates
 Parsonage, De-Water -Gathering estimates
 Parsonage, Storm Window Replacement x 27 windows at
$120 each Larson Aluminum White Storm includes
Installation
 Parsonage Window Replacement
 Parsonage, Tuck point rubble foundation
 Parsonage, Bathtub, Vanity & Mirror replacement
 Parsonage Insulation
 Parsonage general maintenance needs, carpentry/caulking,
wrap boiler pipes, seal holes from inside and out, etc.
 Education Bldg. restroom updating level 1 & 2
 Education Bldg.. Window replacement-$1500 per window unit
 Exterior access from lower parking lot to upper parking lot
 Lighting insufficient in undercroft Sunday school room
 Plumbing: build up over the years has narrowed water passage
in plumbing pipes and impaired function of
urinals/toilets/sinks.
 Sewer, Roto-Rooter needs. Large gatherings at CLLC have
provided history of blockage from building to city lines. $250
- $500
INVITATION TO BID
Chisago Lake Lutheran Church
1 Summit Ave.
Center City, MN 55012
SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RECEIVED
FOR SNOW PLOWING SERVICES - CHISAGO LAKE LUTHERAN
CHURCH PROPERTY
Sealed proposals marked “Snow Plowing Bid” must be received in the
Church office no later than
Tues., Oct. 27th, 2015 at 7:00 pm
Bids shall be opened and publically read at that time.
FAX OR EMAIL BID RESPONSES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Proof of insurance must be provided with sealed bid which will be
opened on Tuesday, October 27th, 7:00 p.m. at the CLLC Property
Committee meeting.
Term: November 1, 2015 through April 30, 2016
SCOPE OF WORK
Upper Parking Lot & Parsonage Driveway:
Snow is to be cleared as soon as there is an accumulation of 2”
or more.
Target completion time is 7:30 a.m. Mon – Fri, and by 7:00 a.m.
Sundays
Plowing price per hour
Lower Parking Lot:
Snow is to be cleared when there is an accumulation of 2” or
more not to exceed once per week.
Target completion time is 7:00 a.m. Sundays unless called for
by CLLC office for special events.
Plowing price per hour
Insurance Requirements: Provider shall agree to maintain in force at all
times during the contract the following minimum coverage and shall
name Chisago Lake Lutheran Church as an Additional Insured on a
primary and non-contributory basis.
Indemnification: The contractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless
the Church and its employees from any and all liability arising out of the
contractor’s performance of services under the contract, its operations
and functions and/or supplied items.