THE ZION & CARPIO
CHURCH NEWSLETTER
August 2018
SCHOOLS IN SESSION, DON’T MISS OUT!
Rev. George Schuessler
In a few weeks school will be back in session and learning will be under way. Important, yes! But more is needed. Physical knowledge of facts is good. Theories and ideas can gain us some wonderful insights. But it is wisdom and faith that moves one beyond fear and through the obstructive difficulties of life. Wisdom is the ability to correctly use knowledge and understanding to rightly address various situations that arise. As scripture informs us, the Lord has the ability of “making wise the simple.” (Psalm 19:7)
This is not just for the school aged children. As vacations come to a close and the routines of life again return to their hectic pace we all need to learn and ponder to experience the fullness of life in God’s creation. Wisdom is achieved through a life of learning and pondering. The Psalmist notes that the person who trusts in the Lord with perfect knowledge and a sure understanding will bring their spirit to life, will experience joy in their heart, and will have their eyes enlightened. (Psalm 19:7-8) Jesus put it this way, “You are the light of the world.” (Matthew 5:14) Like the sun that reveals what night seeks to hide, so in faith the light of Christ brings “Shalom.”
August in North Dakota means that summer is near its end and that school is back in session for young and old. As vacation draws to a close we now honor what is pure and come out to the Son of God who cannot be hidden. The Bridegroom cherishes you, God’s Son gives his life for you, blessed are you with ordinances that are true and righteous. In reverence you and I take the time to again listen, ponder, and learn in worship, school, Bible Study, Sunday School, Confirmation class, Circle gatherings, and devotions to be God’s light, wisdom.
This is a treasure, “more to be desired than gold,” and “sweeter than honey.” (Psalm 19:10) Yes, you and I can find time for an opportunity to have wisdom with our faith. To learn from Jesus and his Apostles enlightenment, joy, and life in all of life’s varied situations. To be able to live in “Shalom”, “Peace that passes all understanding.”
Together let us worship. Together let us learn. Together let us face a challenging world in peace. Together let us pray, “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.” (Psalm 19:14)
Carpio Sunday School
FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT RALLY DAY!!
When:
Sunday, September 9th
Where: Carpio Lutheran Church in Carpio
Sunday School Time: 10 a.m.
Cake Walk, Games, Food & Balloon Launch!
Zion Sunday School
There will be a Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, August 8th @ 5:30pm!!
RALLY SUNDAY!
When:
Sunday, September 9th
Where: Zion Lutheran Church in Berthold
Sunday School Time: 10 a.m.
Join us for Donuts & Balloon Launch!
Serving in August @ Carpio:
ALTAR GUILD: Altar Cloths, Communion, Flowers and Greenery: Cathy
Serving in August @ Zion:
Readers: Acolyte: Greeters:
August 5 Helen Grant Jerrolyn Wirtz & Barb Cooper
August 19 Alan Lee Kevin & Candice Asmundson Family
Ushers: Organist:
August: Marvin Heller & Lyle Gorseth Julie Deaver
Fellowship for August will be served by our service groups.
Zion Lutheran Church Women:
The ZLCW will be having a board meeting Sunday, August 5th during coffee hour.
TACO-IN-A-BAG available for a FREE WILL OFFERING on August 4TH at the ZION PARSONAGE from 11am until food runs out! This is a fund raiser for the Berthold Zion Food Pantry. August 4TH is the day of the Berthold Citywide Rummage Sales. Enjoy your day of shopping deals with a great lunch deal to support feeding the hungry. Thanks for the donated items and your generous offerings for the Food Pantry!
FREE FOR GIVE AWAY! The Old Metal Folding Chairs in Zion Lutheran are available on a first come first receive give away deal. We no longer use them and we need the space to store other items. Let Pastor George or Neil Schwope know of your interest in the chairs as soon as possible.
POLKA WORSHIP SERVICE
August 5TH our 9am Joint Worship at Zion Lutheran of Berthold will welcome Karen Martin and the “Dakota Rose Band” to lead our music for the Polka Worship Service. During preparations for this worship service, Karen informed me that this is the last event for the “Dakota Rose Band” due to member retirements. We have enjoyed their music and have appreciated their service in the Lord. We wish them well in their well-deserved retirement! We will be having a regular 10am Coffee Fellowship following this Joint Worship on August 5TH.
CARPIO FIREMEN PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST IS AUGUST 12TH.
August 12TH we have 9am Joint Worship at Carpio Lutheran Church. In support of our “Carpio First Responders” we will encourage that you fellowship down at the Carpio Fire Hall following this worship service.
ZION MOTORCYCLE WORSHIP
August 19TH our 9am Joint Worship at Zion Lutheran of Berthold will welcome the “Christian Motorcycle Association” and its Praise Band to help lead the music for this service. A 10:30am Fellowship meal will be served following our worship service and viewing of the motorcycles for a “Viewer’s Choice Award.” Come and enjoy the morning with our Sisters and Brothers who enjoy Christ Jesus and riding Motorcycles!
August 26th joint worship in Carpio at 9:00am, Fellowship at 10:00am
PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS…
Tika Wallace, Sherry Borud, Lois Lindahl, Charlotte Schuessler, Tanya Debertin-Olson, Toni Evans, Everett Schweitzer, Nora Peterson, Curtis Thompson, Harold Loritz, Evelyn Lee, Gary Springer, Kevin Abrigo.
CONTINUED SAFETY for military personnel Carneen Cotton (daughter of Kathryn Foster Debertin), Jonathon Marburger, Lucus & Aaron Zabka, Zach Trail, Jeremiaja Arnold, Chaplain David Johnson, and all our military personnel who are stationed around the world.
CONTINUED PRAYERS for all of our nursing home residents and home-bound members.
Carpio Lutheran Church Council Meeting, June
The Carpio Church Council meeting was held on June 3, 2018. The meeting was called to order by Alvis Martinson.
Secretary’s report was given by Tammi Moen and approved as presented.
The Treasurer’s report was given by Shirley Springer. The account balances are:
Checking Account $ 3,381.28, Thrivent Contingency Fund $11,251.79, Thrivent Lindberg Fund $13,408.12
Dividends for the Thrivent funds are paid quarterly.
Old Business: Travis Engelhard motioned to accept the parish agreement for pastoral mileage, Jeff seconded, motioned carried. Mileage will be paid for any church activity starting from the Parsonage. The Carpio Church work day was May 12th. Thank you to all who donated their time. Carpio Vacation Bible School, held May 28th thru June 1st, went well.
Pastor’s Report: The pastor made visits to the hospital, care facilities, and some shut-ins. The pastor took vacation on May 21st & 22nd, Zion hosted the Baccalaureate on May 16th, worked the Berthold Memorial Day service on May 28th, attended the Pre-assembly Workshop on May 31st in Bismarck, and attended the WND Synod Assemply on June 1st & 2nd in Bismarck. The McOmie/Schumacher wedding changed to June 9th with the reception to be held on September 9th. He officiated the funeral for Connie Joy Trautmann on May 26th in Harvey with the burial in Chaseley, ND. The Metigoshe Board meeting is June 4th at Pelican Lake. On June 18th thru 22nd, the pastor will be attending a continuing education class at the Luther Seminary in St Paul, MN. The Pastor will be on vacation June 25th thru July 9th. Pastor Chris Lenning will be on call.
New Business: Jeff Huber, motioned to accept Ava Layne LaBere as a baptized member. Ava was baptized on June 3rd during worship service. Travis Engelhard seconded, motion carried.
Travis Engelhard motioned to explore purchasing and seek funding for a portable picture book. Tammi Moen, seconded, motion carried. It has been brought to the board’s attention that the candles and candelabras may need to be refinished. The next council meeting will be July 15th at 10:30 am. The meeting was closed with The Lord’s Prayer.
Meeting adjourned. Tammi Moen, Recording Secretary
Carpio Lutheran Church Council Minutes, July
The Carpio Church Council meeting was held on July 15th, 2018 at 10:30 & called to order by Alvis Martinson.
The secretary’s report was given by Tammi Moen and approved as presented.
The Treasurer’s report was given by Shirley Springer. The checking account balance is $2029.80. The contingency fund balance is $11283.70 and the Lindberg fund is $13450.75. We will be taking money from the contingency fund to cover expenses. There is interest that can be drawn from the Lindberg fund and saved for purchasing propane in the fall. Treasurer’s report was approved as presented.
Old Business: It has been approved to get a portable picture book when funding is available. The alter candles have been cleaned and refurbished by a gift from members. The roof concerns and office exterior cement removal has been put on hold for now. Down spouts will need attention before winter.
CLCW: There have been no weddings or funerals recently. The will be a wedding reception coming up in September.
Pastor’s Report: The pastor has made visits to the hospital, care facilities, and some shut ins. He attended the Metigoshe Board Meeting on June 4th, attended continuing education at Luther Seminary in St. Paul on June 18th thru 22nd, and took vacation from June 25th to July 9th. The Thursday Bible study has resumed. He is planning the 2018/2019 Confirmation class schedule. July 28th will be a birthday celebration for Alan Erickson’s 80th birthday. July 29th is the Carpio Motorcycle worship service at 9 am with a fellowship meal to follow. August 1st, the pastor will be meeting with area law enforcement to develop “Crime stoppers”. August 5th is a Polka Service in Zion at 9 am with coffee fellowship to follow. August 19th will be the Motorcycle Worship service in Zion at 9am with a fellowship meal to follow. September 9th is the Schumacher wedding reception at 2 pm in the Carpio fellowship hall. The Synod Pastors Conference in Medora is September 9th – 11th.
New Business: The stained glass windows on the west wall of the sanctuary need repair. Jeff Huber is working on getting an estimate for the repairs. The council has made a decision not to loan out tables and chairs from the church.
The next council meeting will be August 5th and 11:00 in Carpio. The meeting was closed with The Lord’s prayer.
Meeting adjorned. Tammi Moen, Recording Secretary
*The Carpio Council has made a decision that no table or chairs may leave the church!
PASTOR PAYROLL ACCOUNT (ZION & CARPIO)
Beginning Balance June $1,585.68
Zion Deposits $
Carpio Deposits $3,697.00
Total Deposits $3,697.00
Expenses:
Portico (Pastor’s Benefits) $3,088.35
Mileage
Pastor George (Payroll)
Total Expenses: $3,088.35
Ending June Balance: $2,194.33
Zion Council Notes June 13th, 2018
Present: Pastor George, Roger Haaland, Kristen Berg, Curt Schumaier, Jerrolyn Wirtz, Chad Schweitzer, Neil Schwope, Myron Rovig, Lyle Gorseth, Julie Deaver. Absent: Treas. Janelle Deaver
We were given a presentation by James and Jeanette Schuessler about hurricane Maria that hit Puerto Rico in September 2017 and the rebuilding that has been done since and how our Lenten offerings were put to use.
Pres. Neil called the meeting to order. Pastor George led us in a prayer. Minutes from the previous meeting were reviewed. They were approved as read. The treas. report was reviewed. The balance on hand at the end of May is $4426.62. The treas. report was approved as submitted.
Team Reports: Worship and Music; None. Evangelism; None. Board of Education; There are 35 campers attending Day Camp this year. 3 counselors from Metigoshe- Terry and Carey Burke are hosting the counselors at their home. Luther League; None. Maintenance and Property; Some trees in the church yard were trimmed. The evergreens need to be looked at and possibly sprayed. Some downspouts around the church need to be reattached.
Pastors Report: Pastor George made visits to the hospital, Care Facilities and some shut-ins. Zion hosted the Baccalaureate service on May 16th. He had the funeral for Connie Trautman on May 26th in Harvey with burial in Chaseley. Pastor George attended the WND Synod Assembly workshop on May 31st in Bismarck. Also attended the Metigoshe Ministries board meeting at the Pelican Lake camp site. He officiated the McOmie/Schumacher wedding in Carpio on June 9th.Pastor George will attend a continuing ed . class at Luther Seminary in St. Paul MN. June 18-22nd. He will be taking vacation June 25th-July 9th. Pastor Lenning will be on call. (701-312-0447) August 5th will be the Polka Worship-9am at Zion with Karen Martin and the Replacements. The Motorcycle Worship will be August 19th, 9am at Zion. (July 29th at 9am in Carpio). Pastor George met with Officer Al and other law enforcement personel about possibly starting a Crime Stoppers group for our community.
Old Business: None
New Business: Motion by Lyle to approve the transfer out of Zion to Denver, Janelle, Audra, Ashton and Aleena Deaver to Our Saviors Lutheran in Minot. 2nd Myron. Carried. Discussion on the special assessment by the City of Berthold for the new lagoon system. More information next month on total amount owed . Discussion on a storage room for the altar guild-a possible summer project. Will talk to a few to discuss the needs and get ideas.
Next meeting will be July 11th. Motion to adjourn the meeting. We closed with the Lords Prayer. Respectively submitted, Julie Deaver, council secretary
Zion Council Notes Wed. July 11, 2018
Present: Pastor George, Neil Schwope, Myron Rovig, Lyle Gorseth, Jerrolyn Wirtz, Julie Deaver, Treas. Janelle Deaver. Absent: Roger Haaland, Curt Schumaier, Chad Schweitzer, Kristen Berg
Pres. Neil called the meeting to order. Pastor George led us in devotions and a prayer. Minutes from the previous meeting were reviewed. They were approved as read. Janelle gave the treas. report. Motion by Jerrolyn to approve the treas. report. 2nd Myron. Carried. Balance on hand is $4222.71 Discussion on funds that need to be transferred to meet our financial obligations. Neil explained the city assessment for the lagoon project and Zions responsibility. The total is $10,286.04 or $702.71 per year for 17 years.
Team Reports: Worship and Music: August 5th- Polka Service; Aug. 19th—Motorcycle Worship service. Evangelism: Motion by Julie to collect a free-will offering for the special music groups in August. 2nd Jerrolyn. Carried. Discussion on whether to have a meal after our special music services. Decided to have a meal after the motorcycle worship service and just have our regular coffee hour for the polka service. Stewardship and Finance: None. Board of Education: Sept. 9th is rally Sunday/Sunday school classes begin Sept. 16th. Luther League: None. Maintenance and Property: Neil fixed the downspouts; Myron will check on tree spraying prices. We need a roof vent-one of them blew off recently. Neil will pick one up in Minot.
Pastors Report: Pastor George made visits to the Hospital, Care Facilities and some shut-ins. He attended Continuing Education at Luther Seminary June 18-22. He is planning the 2018/2019 confirmation class schedule. On August 1st, Pastor George will meet with area law officers to develop “Crime Stoppers”. September 9-11 is the Synod Pastors Conference in Medora. October 14th is the Country Gospel service with Karen Martin & the Replacements at 11am in Zion.
Old Business: Discussion on possibly selling or giving away the old metal folding chairs to free up some storage space. Motion by Lyle to give away the chairs. 2nd Myron. Carried.
New Business: None
Motion to adjourn the meeting. Next meeting is August 8th, 7pm. We closed with the Lord’s Prayer. Respectfully submitted, Julie Deaver, council secretary