January 2015 - Augustana Lutheran Church

The Trumpeter
January 2015
Volume 23, Issue 1
Augustana Lutheran Church, Sioux City, Iowa
From the Pastor
Reflections: At the end of the year, many people reflect on that year as a way of trying
to make sense of horrible events and reliving good events. We have much for which to
give thanks to God for things which happened in 2014.
In March 2014 I began my fifteenth year as the pastor of Augustana Lutheran Church.
It continues to be a great honor for me to be your pastor! It also continues to be fun to be
your pastor. Our 2010 babies continue to be good role models for the several babies born
in 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014. It is such a blessing to this congregation that these kids and their parents are
so active. Thanks be to God!
Baptisms: Ava Elizabeth Baker, 4/19/14; Gemma Lea Harry, 5/18/14; Quinn May Liberto, 8/24/14; Mila
Jane Sachie Coles, 9/21/14; Isaiah Keith Renneke, 9/28/14; and Corinne Ara Anderson, 12/21/14.
Affirmation of Baptism: Nicole Marie McGlothlen, Joshua David Midland, and Abigail Jean Parker,
10/26/14.
Member Funerals/Memorial Services: Woody Rask, 2/5/14; Don Mohan, 2/11/14; Doris Watson, 5/15/14;
Donna Grell, 9/4/14; and Beverly Harris, 9/20/14.
High School Graduations: Greer Annon Macfarlane, Nicole Rae Page, and Ross Patrick Peterson.
New Members: Joshua & Jennifer (Seger) Harry, 6/15/14.
Member Wedding: Dawn Kowalke and Jamison Painter, 8/2/14.
While reflecting is good and sometimes painful, I look forward to a renewed sense of cheerful giving to the
mission of the church as people seriously look at their offerings. I look ahead with eager anticipation to discovering what the Holy Spirit has in mind for us in 2015 and beyond. And I look forward to discovering that
together with you.
I am especially excited to looking forward to our yearlong celebration of 125 Years at Sixth and Court
Streets.
Blessings to all in 2015!
Adult Education
What do you know about the religion of Muslims? Did you know the religion is call Islam? Did you know that we share biblical stories with Muslims? Join Pastor Del for a twelve-session introduction to Islam. We will be
viewing a series of lectures by Dr. John L. Esposito, Professor of Religion
and International Affairs and of Islamic Studies at Georgetown University,
Washington, D.C. The sessions are entitled: Islam, Yesterday, Today, and
Tomorrow; The Five Pillars of Islam; Muhammad—Prophet and Statesman; God’s Word—the Quranic Worldview; The Muslim Community—Faith
and Politics; Paths to God—Islamic Law and Mysticism; Islamic Revivalism—Renewal and Reform; The contemporary Resurgence of Islam; Islam at the Crossroads; Women
and Change in Islam; Islam in the West; and The Future of Islam.
Adult Education meets in the Augsburg Room
from 9:00-10:00.
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Mission Team
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Finance Mission Team
The Finance Mission Team has a two-fold purpose—to oversee the financial receipts and disbursements of the congregation and to prepare a
financial Mission Plan each year. We plan to safely
secure the offerings, count them and deposit them
in the bank. The amounts are then posted to the
individual member accounts by the office administrator who also prepares individual statements on
request. Payments of bills are made by authorization in the Mission Plan or by request of the sponsoring Mission Team. As with most congregations
our offerings are not keeping up with our mission
needs. To date we are about $7,000 short but have
been able to borrow from our own savings accounts to keep the bills current. We are “robbing
Peter to pay Paul” so to speak, as it comes from
our capital improvement savings. It is a challenge
to meet the mission of Augustana, but it will be
done. Anyone interested in helping with this mission team please let us know.
Open Positions on Congregation Council
At our Annual Meeting in January, we will elect
people to fill three positions on the Council. Currently two of these positions are filled by Krystal
Gough and Dick Lindblom. The open position was
created when Paul Olson and his family moved to
North Dakota. Both Krystal and Dick are eligible for
election to second terms.
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60th Lucia Festival
Steffe Sea reigned as
the 2014 Lucia at the 60th
Lucia Festival Sunday at
Augustana
Lutheran
Church. Her attendants
were Abbie Parker and Nicole McGlothlen. Steffe
wore the traditional wreath
of lighted candles on her
head, as she and her attendants served cookies
following the smorgasbord meal.
Star boys, wearing hats with stars and carrying a star wand, accompanied Lucia and her attendants. The star boys were Elliott Swenson and
Dawson Trobaugh.
Shannon Peterson and Angela Iversen, accompanied by Heidi Sea, sang the Lucia Song,
and Shelley Hexom read the Lucia story.
The Lucia Festival originated in Sweden
where, according to legend, Lucia was a medieval saint who carried food and drink to the hungry
in the province of Varmland during a period of
famine. Lucia stands today as a symbol of light
and hope to all humankind.
Dave Madsen served as master of ceremonies
and Pastor Del Olivier led those in attendance in
carol singing to conclude the festival.
Tusen Tak!
For us non-Swedes: “Thousand thanks” to all
who participated in Advent and Christmas
worship and activities and to those who
helped set up, take down, decorate, and redecorate.
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Epiphany
The Epiphany of Our Lord and the Epiphany Season
The Christmas season (a full twelve days) ends on January 6 which is celebrated as the Epiphany of Our Lord. The word “epiphany” means “manifestation.” It is
the day we observe as the day that Jesus Christ was revealed to the nations. Most
often the Church remembers the magi, the wise men from the East who visited the
young Son of God perhaps at the age of two. We get that story from the Gospel of
Matthew.
On January 11 we observe the Baptism of Our Lord. It is our custom to have
the Baptism Faith Stepping Stone during which we bless those families whose children were baptized since the previous Baptism of Our Lord.
Subsequent Sundays after Epiphany emphasize the deepened baptismal life.
Baptism is a call, and on the second Sunday after Epiphany the readings emphasize the calls of Samuel
and Nathanael. On the third Sunday after Epiphany the lectionary turns to the call to baptismal living, as
the fishermen brothers are called by Jesus to costly discipleship. On the fourth Sunday the demonic and
unclean aspects of our lives—names that often accurately describe us—are cast out as the new name of
Christ is place on us. On the fifth Sunday the emphasis turns to the healing and serving done in Jesus’
name, as the community deepens baptismal living and serving, all grounded in the preaching of the Gospel.
Finally, in the Transfiguration of Jesus, what had only been heard by Jesus at his Baptism (God speaking of him as God’s beloved) is now heard by the disciples too.
Remember in Prayer
Jay Anliker (Oliviers’ nephew), Robert Barger (Kris Whitsel’s grandfather), Bill Bean
(Jean Huff’s friend), Emrich Bell (Seaton’s grandson), Oriah Boling-Ellens
(Schossows’ niece), George Burg, Dawn Cannon (Fred Hexom’s cousin), Charlene
Epis (Elaine Kreutzian’s sister), Darrell Elvik (Ollie Nygard’s cousin), Jeff Emerson,
Ken File (Sheila Schossow’s father), Catherine Goertz (Lois Daniels’ mother), Kris
Grunig (Strohbeens’ friend), Jon Hanson (Judy Swanson’s friend), John Hart, Paula Hebron, Ron Houske
(Jack Ward’s friend), Theresa Krusko (Shelley Hexom’s mother), Katy Krznarich (Shelley Hexom’s great aunt),
Kim Lundgren (Pat Bergstrom’s niece) Kenneth McAlexander (Jon’s grandfather), Sara McAlexander, Trevor
& Nicholle Mammen and family (Deb Fegenbush’s family), Jean Midland, Eleanor Moline, Marion Moline, Denise Nurse (Robinson’s cousin), Norma Parker, Millie Peterson, Wendy Pohl (Paige Gray’s sister), Rosalie
Richardson, Sarah Robinson (Clyde & Beverly Robinson’s grand-daughter) Deke Ross (John Krager’s friend),
Sharon Schweitzer (Elaine Kreutzian’s sister), Jim Swanson (Bob’s brother), Clayton Swenson (Carla Glass’
grandfather), Leslie Walker (Schossows’ friend), Jane Ward, Gary Winters (Nancy Van Meter’s brother), and
those affected by disasters throughout the world.
Each week we pray for some of the families in the congregation. Following is the list of those for whom we
pray in January.
January 4—Margaret Johnson; Linda Kassis; Dean Koeppen; Wesley & Jessie, Lane and Chase Koons; John
& Delaine, Devon and Jessica Krager.
January 11—Elaine Kreutzian; Chuck & Barb Lamphear; Tim Laros; Mike & Connie and Ingrid Larson; Jerry &
Sue and Jonathan Levay.
January 18—Chris Levine; Jeff & Marlene and Robyn Levine; Chris & Jenna, Hunter and Quinn Liberto; Dick
Lindblom; Dennis & Lisa and Holly Lines.
January 25—Erik Lundin; Steve & Amy and Greer Macfarlane, Dave & Mary, Michael and Christine Madsen;
Tom & Kella, Alex and Sophia Manning; David Mara.
The Trumpeter—January 2015
Souper Bowl of Caring
In 2014, more than
7,547 groups participated n Souper Bowl of
Caring, collecting more
than $8,409,928 dollars
and
1,584,000 food
items for local hunger
relief charities. “Lord, as
we enjoy the Super Bowl football game, help us
to be mindful of those who are hungry. Let us
work together across the nation to tackle hunger
and poverty.
It has become a powerful movement that is
transforming the time around the Super Bowl
weekend in to the nation’s largest celebration of
giving and serving.
Be part of this movement of sharing God’s
love with those in need. On February 3, (Super
Bowl Sunday) the youth will be available with
Soup Kettles to receive donations to feed the
hungry in Siouxland. The money will be donated
to Interfaith Resources, who provide food for
local food banks. Non-perishable foods may also be donated. These will be distributed by the
St. Thomas Food Bank.
For more information regarding this active
organization go to www.souperbowl.org. This
story tells how 1 small gesture can make a
world of difference.
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Christian Education Schedule
January 4, 2015—Sunday school resumes
March 29, 2014—Sing at the Palm Sunday/
Sunday of the Passion worship
April 5, 2015—No Sunday school (Easter Sunday)
May 10, 2015—Last Sunday school class
May 17, 2015—Sundae Sunday with
teacher recognition during the 10:15
worship.
First Communions
Lee Welp received his first Communion on November 23. Tyler is the son of Cindy Welp.
The body and blood of Christ given and shed for
you Tyler.
Eliana Iversen received her First Communion on
December 21. Elie is the daughter of Pete & Angela Iversen.
The body and blood of Christ given and shed for
you, Elie.
Reports for Annual Meeting
Mission team chairpersons and any others
who normally submit reports for our annual
meeting are asked to get them to Ruth by January 15 so she has time to get packets ready
before the meeting. Thank you for your cooperation.
Thank you for your support in
buying gifts for the giving tree.
Thank You
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January Birthdays, Baptism Birthdays, and Anniversaries
Birthdays
Baptisms
Official Notice
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Paul Olson
DJ Wynn
Chuck Lamphear
Andre’ Torres
David Mohan
Noah Dickman
Bob Padmore
Spencer Will
Joe Glass
George Burg
Ron Parker
Cyd Hall
Mike Larson
Zach Plambeck
Alicia Trobaugh
Elaine Kreutzian
Rosalie Richardson
Madeline Hexom
Ava Baker
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Andy Gray
Mary Madsen
Trevor Welp
Rollie Whitsel
Carl Peterson
Devon Krager
Sophia Manning
Jan Page
Sophia Renneke
Mollie Mize
Erik Hagberg
Molly Baker
Marty Sea
Austin Craighead
Alex Baker
Amy Macfarlane
Dick Sea
Official Notice
Anniversaries
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Stewardship Corner
Thank you to those who have
completed and returned your
“Intent to Give” sheets and Time
and Talent surveys for 2015.
Thank you to all who continue to
be faithful and thankful stewards
of your time, talents, and possessions.
Official Notice of the Augustana Lutheran Church Annual Meeting
Augustana Lutheran Church will
gather for her annual meeting following worship on Sunday, January 25. All confirmed members are
encouraged to attend. We will vote
to fill vacancies on the Congregation Council and will elect voting
members to the 2015 Synod Assembly.
William & Tanya McFall
Rollie & Kris Whitsel
If you see a missing name or incorrect date, please advise the office of
the correct information.
Official Notice of the Augustana Lutheran Foundation
Annual Meeting
The Augustana Lutheran Foundation Annual Meeting will be held
on Sunday, January 25 during the
Congregation Annual Meeting.
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Worship assistants
are responsible for serving on the day they are scheduled. If you are unable to
serve on a date scheduled, please arrange for a substitute and notify the office so the correct names
may be entered in the bulletin.
Sunday, January 4, 2015
Acolytes—Nicole McGlothlen and Jackson Wynn
Greeters—Skip & Shelia Schossow
Assisting Minister—Russ Wooley
Communion Assistants—Steve & Amy Macfarlane (bread)
Eucharistic Ministers—-Linda Nygard and Deb Fegenbush
Technical Assistant—Zach Plambeck
Sunday, January 11, 2015
Acolytes—Lexy Baier and Nicole McGlothlen
Greeters—Beth Schwaderer and Amy Swenson
Assisting Minister—Nic McGlothlen
Communion Assistants—Abbie Parker and Nicole McGlothlen
(bread)
Technical Assistant—Emily Hall
Sunday, January 18, 2015
Acolytes— Dominic Trobaugh and Noah Dickman
Greeters—Jan Mohan and Judy Swanson
Assisting Minister—Emily Hall
Communion Assistants—Marge Swanson and Jane Olivier (bread)
Eucharistic Ministers—Nancy Van Meter and Alice Sea
Technical Assistant—Josh Midland
Sunday, January 25, 2015
Acolytes—Abbie Parker and Trevor Welp
Greeters—Bob & Marge Swanson
Assisting Minister—-Donna Walsh
Communion Assistants—Dave Drefke and Judy Swanson (bread)
Technical Assistant—Marlene Levine
Sunday, February 1, 2015
Acolytes—Josh Midland and Abby Whitsel
Greeters—Pauline Beales and Pat Bergstrom
Assisting Minister—Amy Macfarlane
Communion Assistants—Christi & Darrel Bullock (bread)
Eucharistic Ministers—-Judy Swanson and Marion Erickson
Technical Assistant—Matt Rixner
Funeral Helpers
The following are asked to bake a
cake or help in the kitchen for funerals
during the month. The Funeral Coordinator will contact you if needed.
JoAnn Dickman, Diane Gross, Julie McGlothlen, Shannon Peterson,
Heidi Sea, and Nancy Van Meter..
From the Olivier Family
Thank you for
the kind wishes,
cards, and gifts of
appreciation during this holiday
season.
Ushers for January
Bullock family (Darrel, Captain),
Gough family, and Ginny Ericson.
Altar Guild
Christi Bullock and Lois Irwin
New Address
David Midland
900 Farnam Street #606
Omaha, NE 68102
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Baptism
By water and Word Corinne
Ara Anderson was baptized into
Christ at the 10:15 service on
December 21. Corinne’s sponsors are Jeremy & Stacey Larson. Corinne is the daughter of
Ryan & Anna (Larson) Anderson and little sister of Breckan.
Proud grandparents are Mike & Connie Larson.
Welcome to the family, Corinne.
Christmas Program 2014
“Yee Ha”
What does a pastor serving an historically Swedish congregation do when he
goes out of town?
Much to the chagrin
of his wife, he gets
silly sometimes. Take,
for instance, when he
sees a mechanical
Dala horse to ride at
the
SwedishAmerican Institute in
Minneapolis. He's got
to pose for a picture,
right? His colleague,
the Rev. David Halaas, pastor at St.
Mark
Lutheran
Church in Sioux City
was all too happy to
photograph the moment. How does one say,
"Yee hah" in Swedish
Augustana Lutheran Church
600 Court St.
Sioux City, IA 51101
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
Schedule:
8:00 Holy Communion Worship
9:00 Music with Mrs. Wooley,
Adult Fellowship, and Adult Education
9:15 Celebration Choir
10:15 Holy Communion Worship
Mission Statements:
Congregation Council:
Church: A welcoming, caring congregation offering opportunities for worship, spiritual growth, and fellowship.
We express our faith and love to others in the name of Jesus Christ.
Deb Fegenbush (2015); Adam
Staff: We are called to work together
to enhance the community of Augustana Lutheran Church as we
share our ministry of witnessing to the
living God in Jesus Christ, facilitating
the gifts and talents of people.
—nursery
—handicap accessible
—free taxi to worship—277-0000
Office hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am-1:30 pm
Phone: 712-255-7694
President (2016); Jean Huff
(2015); Marlene Levine, Secretary; Dick Lindblom, President
(2014); The Rev. Del Olivier,
Pastor;
Sheila
Schossow
(2015); Martin Sea, (2016);
Bob Swanson, Treasurer.
The Rev. Del Olivier, Pastor
Michael Madsen, Organist
Angela Iversen, Shannon Peterson, Heidi Sea, and Donny Short, Pianists
“Augustana Lutheran, Sioux City” on Facebook
January 2015
(2014); Shelley Hexom, Vice
Diana Wooley, Director of Music
Fax: 712-255-7695
www.augustanasc.org
Frisch (2016); Krystal Gough
Mark Kochen, Sexton
Ruth Brei, Office Administrator