THE LAMP 2013 - Emanuel Lutheran Church

THE
LAMP
Emanuel Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
P.O. Box F
Tipton, Indiana 46072-0137
(765) 675-4090
Pastor - Robb Roloff - Phone 675-2513
www.emanueltipton.org
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Page 03
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Page 08
Note from Pastor Roloff
June Sermons & Text
Dates to Remember in June
June Charity/ Meals on Wheels
Parish Nursing
Lutheran Hour
Worship for Shut-Ins
Organizational Reports
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Page 11
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June Birthdays
June Anniversaries
June Baptisms
Acolytes, Dail-A-Prayer, Altar
Guild & Elders
Ushers
June Calendar
2013
A Message from the Pastor
This month our nation will recognize father’s on June 16th. Unfortunately, fatherhood has
taken some hits in recent decades and probably for good reason. Today 1 out of every 3
children in our nation (15 million) are being raised without a father! How sad is that? This
certainly indicates that men in our increasingly biblically illiterate country are forsaking their
God given responsibility to raise their children and to see to it that their children are raised in
the instruction of the Lord.
“These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your
children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you
get up.” – Deuteronomy 6:6-7
“Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.” –
Ephesians 6:4
“Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” – Proverbs 22:6
Fortunately, I had a father who did all these things for me and my three brothers. He ensured that we went to church;
made sure our homework was done, and taught us to be responsible and to honor our commitments. He also shared his
love for the Green Bay Packers with his sons! (Sorry folks…I am who I am) But most important, he along with my
mom, shared their love for Christ with us.
To this very day, my evening prayer is still the same one he taught us as small children…
“Mude bin ich, geh zur Ruh, Schlieâe meine Auglein zu: Vater, laâ die Augen dein, Uber meinem Bette sein.”
“Now the light has gone away, Father listen while I pray, asking thee to watch and keep, and to send me quiet sleep.”
Of course, my father wasn’t perfect…nobody is; but whether you have fond memories of your dad or whether your
imagery of fatherhood isn’t very positive…as we celebrate Father’s Day this month, I think we shouldn’t forget our
heavenly Father, who unlike our earthly ones, is in fact perfect. Now while we can’t send Him a “Father’s Day” card
to thank Him for all that He has done for us in sending His own Son, Jesus, to take away our sins and impart to us his
perfection, we certainly can let Him know how much we love Him and express our gratitude through worship and
prayer.
Fathers, grandfathers and those who are guardians, I would encourage you to; (1) Share your faith and the hope that
you have in eternal life with your children, grandchildren and those in your care. (2) Read the Scriptures to those
under your care. (3) Talk about what Jesus has done for us on the cross. (4) Pray to our heavenly Father for help and
guidance in this life and for faith in Christ and finally, (5) Be a Blessing to all those whom God has placed in our lives
that we can help guide them to heaven above…where our dear Father the Almighty awaits the arrival of all His
children.
Until next month,
Pastor Robb Roloff
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SERMON THEMES & TEXTS
June 2, 2013
2nd Sunday after Pentecost
TITLE:
“I Am Not Worthy!”
TEXT:
Luke 7:1-10
Worship service is Divine Service I LSB pg. 151- Holy Communion @ 10:45.
June 9, 2013
3rd Sunday after Pentecost
TITLE:
“About Face”
TEXT:
Galatians 1:11-24
Worship service is printed out.– Holy Communion @ 8:15.
June 16, 2013
4th Sunday after Pentecost
TITLE:
“The Righteous Will Live By Faith"
TEXT:
Galatians 2:15-21, 3:10-14
Worship service is Divine Service I LSB pg. 151- Holy Communion @ 10:45.
June 23, 2013
5th Sunday after Pentecost
TITLE:
“What Has God Done For You?”
TEXT:
Luke 8:26-39
Worship service is Divine Service I LSB pg. 151- Holy Communion @ 8:15.
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DATES TO REMEMBER IN JUNE
June 2
Encore (Human Resource) Food Collection
K.I.D.S Stamps
June 5-11
Pastor Roloff is on vacation. For pastorial needs please call
the church office 765-675-4090.
June 8
Paint the town PURPLE (for Relay For Life). There will be alot
of activities downtown Tipton.
June 21
June 9
Come celebrate Linda Sottong's retirement from 2-4 p.m. in the
Fellowship Hall.
June 14
FLAG DAY -- wave the RED, WHITE & BLUE with pride!
June 16
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!
Blood pressure screening between services.
FIRST DAY OF SUMMER
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JUNE CHARITY
TIPTON COUNTY
The Tipton County Mustard Seed, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization serving the residents of Tipton County. Our
primary purpose is to offer assistance to those in need. We are not a “quick fix” or “band-aid” program, but rather a
program providing goal directed services to families or individuals. Goals are set and through life learning skills
including money-management, relationship building, nutritional classes, educational information, stress management,
spiritual help, parenting classes, support groups, and more these goals are met. Reaching these goals, one can become
self-sufficient.
The Mustard Seed, also, offers its recipients friendship, and guiding advocacy. Although Partnering Families or
Individuals are not required to make any religious commitments to receive any assistance from us, Jesus and His
teachings remain a foundation of our mission.
How is the Mustard Seed Funded?
The Mustard Seed is funded by several local churches, state and federal grants, trusts, donations and fundraising
events. Emanuel is now a Partnering Church of the Mustard Seed, and Cathy Wolfe and Jim Dashiell are our
representatives to this organization.
Meals on Wheels
June is the month Emanuel does Meals on Wheels.
Anyone interested in delivering meals, please
contact LaVella Bills at (Cell) 765-480-7008 or
(Home) 765-963-2947. Meals are deliverd
Monday - Friday. It usually takes 30-45 minutes
per day.
Thank you,
Board of Human Care
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PARISH NURSING MINISTRY
Parish Health Ministry is a ministry of Christian Service shaped by Christ’s concern for
all aspects of the human condition and directed to the service of the whole person.
Submitted by,
Sharon Roloff
“Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you the crown of life.”
Revelation 2:10
Brush to Crush Disease
A gleaming set of choppers is promised to those who keep their teeth and gums in top shape. Now, warding off some
major health diseases can be added to the list of reasons to take care of your teeth:
Heart disease or stroke. People with gum disease have 2 times risk. It could be that harmful mouth bacteria can lead
to inflammation of blood vessels and increase risk of clots.
Your memory could suffer. Experts think oral bacteria may spread to the brain and contribute to Alzheimer’s.
It can hurt blood sugar. People with periodontal disease are more likely to have diabetes. It may be that diabetics are
more susceptible to infections, or gum disease could make it harder to control blood sugar.
It may affect breathing. Respiratory infections, such as COPD and pneumonia, might be caused when bacteria from
the mouth are inhaled into your lungs, causing inflammation.
Expert teeth-cleaning tips
How can you tell if your mouth is in good shape? Your teeth and gums should not bleed, be painful, or feel rough to
the tongue. Your breath should be fresh for at least a couple of hours after brushing. Some tips:
Rinse your mouth. Using mouthwash can slash your risk of gum disease by 60%.
Get the right toothbrush. Soft bristles are best. Medium or hard bristles can scratch tissue away over time exposing
the root surface underneath and lead to possible bone loss.
Brush smart 2 times daily. To really clean your teeth, brush for a full two minutes brushing your tongue and cheeks
also. Be sure to replace your toothbrush every three months or more often.
Floss at least once daily. Using about 18” of floss, gently follow the curves of your teeth into the gum line.
Get fluoride. Sources are through your toothpaste, mouth rinse or fluoridated water.
What your teeth want you to eat
Limit carbs to mealtimes. All crackers, breads, etc. have carbs and a sticky texture that sticks to teeth and turns into
simple sugars that lead to mouth plaque, a sticky residue that is the primary trigger of mouth disease.
Boost calcium. Helps promote strong jaw bones and teeth. Good sources are milk, cheese and yogurt.
Drink tea. Compounds in green tea can reduce the oral bacteria that lead to tooth decay and gum disease.
Eat crunchy foods. Apples, celery and raw carrots act like little toothbrushes scrubbing away stains over time.
Chew gum. Chewing sugarless gum containing xylitol (like Trident) stimulates saliva flow, which neutralizes acids
and removes food debris and bacteria from the mouth.
Increase Vitamin C. Vitamin C is vital for gum tissue and fights disease.
No tobacco. Chewing tobacco and smoking are very harmful to teeth, gums and the mouth.
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JUNE 2013
June 02
“A Surprising Life For You"
Luke 7:1-10
Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Gregory Seltz
Do you want to live a surprising life that makes a difference? Such is a life that flows from faith in
Jesus.
June 09
“A Match for Mayhem”
Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Gregory Seltz
In Jesus, mayhem meets its match.
June 16
“Squaring Things Up”
Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Gregory Seltz
Jesus "squared things up" through the cross in order to unleash God's mercy for all.
June 23
“Our New Identity”
Galatians 3:23-29
Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Gregory Seltz
God calls us to receive a new identity, in Christ, bonding us together in His forgiving love.
June 30
"A Word That Changes"
Luke 9:59-60
Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour: Rev. Ken Klaus
A little word, only three letters long, and yet it often spells disappointment and heartbreak. What is it?
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Luke 7:11-17
Isaiah 40:1-11
WORSHIP FOR SHUT-INS
Sharing Christ’s Love Through Ministry and Media Since 1980
Sunday @ 10:00 A.M.
WHMB Chanel 40 (Cable)
Sunday @ 11:30 A.M.
Direct TV Chanel 377
JUNE 2013
June 02, 2013
“Trusting Jesus' Authority”
Luke 7:1-10
by Rev. Dr. Daniel J. Brege, St. Paul Lutheran Church -- Decatur, IN
The Centurion was a man of authority. However, he realized Jesus is THE man of authority.
Jesus speaks the ultimate "Go", "Come", and "Do This" in relation to blessing His people. We,
like the centurion, are invited to put ourselves into the authoritative hands of Jesus.
June 09, 2013
“Eternal Healing”
Luke 7:11-17
by Rev. Paul E. Shoemaker, Emanuel Lutheran Church -- New Haven, IN
So many people fear their physical death. They are unsure about what will happen to them. In
our two tests for this day, we learn that God has power over our physical death. He can bring
life where there is death. But God can do even better. He cannot only bring about physical life,
which eventually ends, but he can grant us eternal life, and eternal healing for all of life's woes.
June 16, 2013
“Living in Faith”
Galatians 3:11
by Rev. Terry Cripe, President -- Ohio District
Faith in Christ, not how well we have done as children or parents, determines our place with
God.
June 23, 2013
“Living in the Basics”
Galatians 3:23-4:7
by Rev. Dr. Daniel J. Brege, St. Paul Lutheran Church -- Decatur, IN
Three basic teachings of the Christian faith are the Ten Commandments, the Apostles' Creed
and the Lord's Prayer. The Son of God became man to redeem us from the Law, to enable us to
believe and be baptized in the True God, and to enable us to come to the Fahter in prayer. With
these we are blessed now and into eternity.
June 30, 2013
“Selective Listening: God's Challenge and Gift”
Luke 9:57-62
by Rev. Dr. Thomas R. Ahlersmeyer, Holy Cross Lutheran Church – Fort Wayne, IN
The call of Jesus -- "Follow Me" -- is both God's challenge and gift. It is His challenge to live
our lives on His terms; however, it also is a gift that only could be given on His terms -- "the
life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me"
(Galatians 2:20).
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ORGANIZATIONAL REPORTS
DORCAS CIRCLE
The Dorcas Circle met on Wednesday, May 8th, at 1:00 p.m. after going to Pizza
Shack for lunch. There were 5 members present. Nina Trietsch led the Bible
Study “His Energy”. Jean Moeller, president opened the business meeting. The
secretary and treasury reports were read and approved.
There were 100 quilts sent to Orphan Grain Train, May 1st.
The next meeting will be June 12th. The Bible Study, “Take Another Look ... At the Promises of God” will be led by
Ruth Mae Heffelmire. The group plans to go out to eat after quilting in the morning.
The meeting was adjourned.
Eunice Schulenburg, Secretary
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL: Our regular Sunday school teachers are taking a
well-deserved summer vacation! We are in need of at least 4 adults or youth for
teaching Preschool thru 2nd Grade and 3rd thru 6th Grades for the Summer session of
Sunday School. We will be meeting as a group for the Bible lesson and then break up
into our seperate age groups for crafts/games/activities to go with the lesson. Please
contact Sarah Schulenburg or Pat Schulenburg if you would be willing to teach the
children this summer! If we do not get enough volunteers, we will be cancelling Sunday
School for the Summer. Please prayerfully consider leading our children in their journey
of learning about Christ!
The 4-H Fair is just around the corner! Just a reminder that we will once again have a booth for
the church in the commercial building. We will have a sign-up sheet in the main hallway for
volunteers to man the booth. We will need people for Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the Fair
(July 12-14). If you are interested in "manning" the booth, helping us set-up or tear down, please
let Sarah Schulenburg or Todd Wolford know. Look for the sign-up sheet as well! Thank you!
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MEMBERS CELEBRATING THEIR BIRTHDAY IN JUNE
If you have a birthday in June and your name does not appear in this list, it is because we do not have it in our records.
Please call the church office and we will get you on our list.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! GOD’S BLESSING!
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Carrie Dickey
Gabriel Parker
Evelyn Piel
90th CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Sherryl Hensley
Pat Burden
Tricia Isaac
Zechariah Parker
Kathy Larson
Bob Huff
Aidan Moses
Katie Brown
Marcia Frazier
Callie Heffelmire
Samantha Langley
Dave Stillman
Conner Benson
Jane Fisher
Ruth Mae Heffelmire
Violet Hensley
Keith Piel
Carter Jackson
Jason Pratt
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Joni Brown
Lisa Ferguson
Ken Schulenburg
Roxanne Durham
Lori Tilley
Matthew Schulenburg
Keith Bohlander
Rachael Kottlowski
Sandy Lange
Patricia Wilkinson
JoEllen Boyer
Jeannine Johnson
Phill Pratt
Dylan Nelson
Damon Dickey
Rex Odle
Phyllis Stover
88th CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Harold Weismiller
JUNE ANNIVERSARIES
Happy 4th Anniversary to Mitchell and Emily Rivers on June 1st.
Happy 36th Anniversary to John and Marsha Martin on June 4th.
Happy 4th Anniversary to Drew and Nicole Stillabower on June 6th.
Happy 10th Anniversary to Shaun and Paula McCord on June 7th.
Happy 51st Anniversary to Steve and Elsa Smith on June 10th.
Happy 48th Anniversary to Raymond and Kathryn Leonard Jr. on June 12th.
Happy 14th Anniversary to Joe and Lora McClelland on June 12th.
Happy 42nd Anniversary to Larry and Dee Neff on June 12th.
Happy 49th Anniversary to John and Teala Ellis on June 14th.
Happy 6th Anniversary to Adam and Rhonda Conwell on June 16th.
Happy 56th Anniversary to George and Stella Pedigo on June 21st.
Happy 19th Anniversary to Tony and Gloria Jackson on June 25th.
Happy 47th Anniversary to Ron and Ricky Moeller on June 25th.
Happy 42nd Anniversary to Tim and Rita Henderson on June 26th.
Happy 48th Anniversary to Pastor Kurt and Judy Gremel on June 27th.
Happy 44th Anniversary to Paul and Linda Weismiller on June 28th.
Happy 38th Anniversary to Louie and Colleen Wolford on June 28th.
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JUNE BAPTISMS
REMEMBER YOUR BAPTISM DAILY
Baptism is worth celebrating and not just when it happens at the font. Baptism is God adopting us into His family and that adoption can remind us who we are when we feel like nobodies. Baptism is God washing away our sins, and
giving us a chance to live as His children.
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Mary Heffelmire
Steve Lange
John Martin
Jerald Massey
Kennedy Simms
Jamey Dell
Steve Huff
Tabitha Luce
Rob Berndt III
Kimberly Simms
Meghan Sottong
Jon DeBaun
Teala Ellis
Ron Moeller
Lora Bitner
Morgan Bitner
Bob Huff
Jennifer Stacy
Chaz McMurtry
Larry Spooner
Perry Moeller
Kim Cunningham
Julie Davis
Darryl Wray
Keith Leininger
Marge Massey
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Alex Redd
Ed Redd
Don Watson
Ray Lanzer
Matt Bills
Ruth Mae Heffelmire
Dean Bocock
Alice Cook
Damon Dickey
Kalyn Dickey
Gabriel Parker
Evelyn Piel
Conner Calloway
Jane Fisher
Beth Ritter
Bryan Stillman
Tony Teuscher
Sherryl Hensley
Zechariah Parker
Lori Tilley
Hailey Montgomery
“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, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always,
to the end of the age."
Matthew 28:19-20
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ACOLYTES FOR SUNDAYS IN JUNE
DIAL - A- PRAYER SPEAKERS
June 2 & 9
8:15
Susan Jackson
Lauren Ferguson
10:45 Sam Gutierrez
Apr. 21 - May 11
May 12 - June 01
Carolyn Day
John Martin
June 16 & 23
8:15
Trevor Cunningham
Matthew Teuscher
10:45 Cameron Pratt
June 30
8:15
ALTAR GUILD FOR
JUNE
Joy DeBaun & Sarah Schulenburg
Taylor Cunningham
Sarah Isaac
10:45 Hannah Parker
Zechariah
Parker
ELDERS FOR SUNDAYS IN JUNE
FIRST ELDER
SECOND ELDER
June 02
Tony Jackson
Gary Langley
June 09
Gary Langley
Paul North
June 16
Paul North
Kurt Pratt
June 23
Doug Caylor
Rob Berndt
June 30
Rob Berndt
Gary Langley
Elder’s Meeting @ 7 p.m. on June 3rd.
“What does the LORD your God ask of you but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love
him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul.”
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USHERS FOR SUNDAYS JUNE
8:15
10:45
June 02
George Pedigo, Phill Pratt,
Russell Pratt & Larry Spooner
Justin Murray &
Tony Murray
June 09
George Pedigo, Phill Pratt,
Russell Pratt & Larry Spooner
Justin Murray &
Tony Murray
June 16
Ted Heffelmire, Charles Smith,
Charles Teuscher & Larry Wolfe
Rex Boyer &
Dennis Pratt
June 23
Bruce Schulenburg, Charles Smith,
Charles Teuscher & Larry Wolfe
Rex Boyer &
Dennis Pratt
June 30
Bruce Schulenburg, Charles Smith,
Charles Teuscher & Larry Wolfe
Rex Boyer &
Dennis Pratt
HAPPY
FATHER’S
DAY!!!
JUNE 16, 2013
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