Rushford Lutheran Church
101 S. Mill Street, PO Box 399, Rushford, MN 55971--
Phone: (507) 864-7152 Fax: (507) 864-7150
A member of Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ (LCMC). For more information go to www.lcmc.net.
News at RLC
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Worship Schedule - 10:05 - 11:05
Adult Bible Study Check out Youth & Education to see what is happening. ___________________________________________
Treasurer’s Report December 31, 2011 Balance brought forward 11/30/11 $ 12,638.37 TOTAL RECEIPTS $ 53,318.71 DISBURSEMENTS $ - 46,374.92 TOTAL ON HAND 12/31/11 $ 27,582.16 PAROCHIAL REPORT Transfer(s) In: None. Transfer(s) Out: Helen & Ruth Nordby to Central Lutheran; Tessa Hoveland to Amazing Grace. Baptism(s): Amelia Oian, Johanna Oian, on 1/8 and Emily Stennes on 1/22. Marriage(s): None. Death(s): Gerald Manion on 1/11; Paul Erickson on 1/19; Patricia Stennes on 1/24.
Music in February.
RLC Chancel Choir sings Sundays the 5th and 19th.
RLC Praise Team sings Sunday, February 12. Cherub Choir sings on the 26th. _________________________________________
Confirmation News Class will resume Sunday, January 8. We continue to memorize and study the Apostle Creed and its meanings. The Confirmation Class will be maintaining the work in the kitchen during the Youth Pancake Breakfast, Sunday, February 12. A mentors meeting with the 9th graders will be Sunday, February 19, at 10:15 a.m. Small Group Ministry February Altar Guild: Sandy Skalet and Kris Petersen
Sunday, February 5: Acolytes: Kyle Weidemann and Bryant Weideman Scripture Reader: Luther Myhro Ushers: Dale Evavold, Marv Bestul, Luther Myhro, Claire Olstad
Sunday, February 12: Acolytes: Jordan Agrimson and Cole Danielson Scripture Readers: Jordan Agrimson and Cole Danielson Ushers: Steve Agrimson Family and Brian Danielson Family
Sunday, February 19: Acolytes: Hunter Volkman and Zach Vix Scripture Reader: Mark Reisetter Ushers: Chuck Boehmke, Dr. Roger Cone, Mark Reisetter, Ray Kjos
Wednesday, February 22: Acolytes: Bryant Weideman and April Stone Scripture Reader: Bryant Weideman and April Stone Ushers: Rob and Tanya Johnson and Tracy Crain
Sunday, February 26: Acolytes: Zach Ansell and Cole Kingsley Scripture Reader: NEEDED Ushers: FOUR USHERS NEEDED Position Open at RLC As of May 31, 2012, the Family Education Director position will be open. The Personnel and Membership Committee is currently working on updating the job description and wage. If you would be interested in this paid position, please contact the church office by either email (rlc@acegroup.cc) or phone (864.7152). We will forward the details to you once completed by the committee. 2012 Lent Theme…
Conversion / Reconciliation Ash Wednesday Service ~ February 22
All Lenten services will being at 7:00 p.m. (Ash Wednesday Feb. 22 through Good Friday, April 6)
The participating churches this year are Rushford Lutheran Church, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, and Looney Valley Lutheran Church.
DATE THEME/PREACHER LOCATION Feb. 29 Conversion to God St. Joseph Pastor Roger Michaelson
(Lenten Services are Wednesday evenings through the month of March. A complete list will be printed in March’s newsletter. Maundy Thursday and Good Friday services are April 5 and 6 respectively.)
Potluck Lenten Suppers will be served from February 29 – March 28 at 5:45 p.m. at Rushford Lutheran Church. We invite you to bring a dish to pass and join in a time of fellowship. We invite you to also volunteer and help with set up and clean up. Proceeds go to the building fund loan.
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PRAYER PYRAMID - If you have a special prayer concern that you would like to share, please call Gladys Iverson (864-7285) or fill out the prayer concern card found in back of the pews and hand it to an usher before the church service.
Matters of the Church
Currently we have an abundant supply of plastic bags. Therefore, we will no longer be accepting plastic bags. Thank you for your donations! Rushford Lutheran Church Women Women’s Bible Study is Thursday, February 2; at 10:00 a.m. Prayer Pyramid will follow at 11:00. MEETING – February 1 at 1:00 p.m. the RLCW meeting will take place. Martha's Circle will provide lunch and Adah’s Circle will provide the program. COFFEE: The women of Priscilla’s Circle have been assigned coffee hour for the month of February. Baptism Class – Feb. 7 @ 7 p.m.
Souper Bowl of Caring
Sweetheart Dinner – Saturday, February 11
(Semiformal) (Couples or Singles – Limit 150 tickets)
6:00 p.m. appetizers, 6:30 Dinner @ Rushford Lutheran Church (Salad, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Au Gratin Potatoes, Green Beans/Slivered Almonds, Roll, Dessert, Coffee & Milk)
$ 15 per person
Tickets may be purchased at RLC Office or call Donna Boyum (875-2450) or Carol Lukkason (864-2168) All proceeds will be donated to the Good Shepherd whirlpool.
Come and enjoy The Magic of Isaiah. As a young adult, Isaiah became an active member of the Society of American Magicians and during college he began to master his skills in close up magic. After college Isaiah began performing stage magic professionally for audiences of all ages. He has been entertaining professionally for seven years, performing over 1000 shows for a variety of age groups and organizations. He will be our entertainer for our Sweetheart Dinner and will leave you amazed. Rushford Lutheran Church’s Congregational Annual Meeting – Sunday, Feb. 5, at 10:30 am The Rushford Lutheran Church Congregational Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, February 5, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. The meeting will review the past year, adopt new RLC By-Laws, elect new council members and delegates, approve a budget, and set our sights on the future.
YOUTH FUNDRAISER PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 10:00-11:30 a.m. Minimum donation of $3 per plate.
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If
you’re expecting your first child or have not attended a
baptism class before, please plan to attend. Pick up a book
in the church office to read prior to the meeting.
Pre-registration is required by calling 864.7152.
Saturday,
February 4, and Sunday, February 5, the Rushford Lutheran
Church’s Youth will be collecting donations after the
worship services for the Souper Bowl of Caring. This is an
annual effort held on the weekend of the NFL Super Bowl, or
more, to this valuable cause. All donations collected will
be given to our local food shelf here in Rushford. Remember,
so many families need your help and support right here in
our communities. Our goal is to raise $500 for our local
food shelf. Support our community this weekend with your
donation. Soup kettles will be located at the back of the
sanctuary to place your needed donations!
Congregational Council Meeting
Monday, January 9, 2012
(Minutes in draft form; not yet approved.)
PRESENT: Andrea Brand, Shary Evavold, David Hinz, Roger Knutson, Pastor Roger Michaelson, Debbie Smith, Glenn Woxland
ABSENT: Jeremy Tesch, John Petersen
President David Hinz called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Pastor Michaelson gave devotions.
President David asked for any additions to the agenda. Roger motioned to accept the amended agenda, seconded by Andrea. A motion was made, seconded, and carried to accept the agenda.
A motion was made, seconded, and carried passed to accept the December 12 Secretary’s Report.
The Treasurer’s Report was given with a balance on hand of $27,582.16 as of December 31, 2011. After discussion, the Council directs the Finance Secretary to put this excess of $1,553.85 toward the 2012 Benevolence Fund. A motion was made, seconded, and carried to accept the Treasurer’s Report.
Old Business
None
New Business
The Council signed up for devotions for the year.
We decided to have the Council Retreat and next meeting on Sunday, February 12, at 2:00 p.m.
The Council was reminded to hand in their committee annual reports as soon as possible to the office.
The Committee Reports were discussed. In the Education Committee Report, parents teaching Sunday school was discussed. The church council hopes parents of students attending Sunday school will seriously consider teaching or even share teaching with another parent, so finding teachers will not be a burden to the Family Education Director. May they look at it as being a refresher course in renewing their knowledge of Bible stories and their faith. From the Worship Committee Report, we discussed the contemporary band formation. A motion was made, seconded, and carried to accept the Committee Reports.
The church received thank you cards from Good Shepherd Foundation, Sola Publishing, and Thora Hoiseth.
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. with closing prayers.
Respectfully submitted, Debbie Smith