St. Peter's Luthern Church
Loganville WI
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Brotherhood News for December 2022
Next Brotherhood meeting is on December 11th, 2022 following the service. Please disregard any other dates you may have seen.
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ (BASIC), as we move forward to one more reminiscent rendition of the birth of our sweet savior Jesus, your Brotherhood extends warm, well and healing wishes to all in our midst who are suffering in body, mind or soul.
This is one of those many times of year when we need to actively reach out to those who are experiencing loneliness due to loss of a loved one or because they have had to move to health care facilities. This from the CDC on suicides: "CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics reports that the suicide rate is, in fact, the lowest in December.2 The rate peaks in the spring and the fall. This pattern has not changed in recent years. The holiday suicide myth supports misinformation about suicide that might ultimately hamper prevention efforts." Loneliness is a plague almost as bad as any we could experience during a pandemic. It is the 10th leading cause of death for all Americans. Each year, more than 36,000 people take their own lives.2 In addition, more than 374,000 are treated in emergency departments for self-inflicted injuries. It is a big deal.Love is the reason for the Christmas season, and as one Christmas song declares, "If every day were just like Christmas, what a wonderful world this would be." Christmas traditions may in a constant state of flux, but Christmas love will never go out of style. We Christians do what we Christians are always prone to do. We give of time, talent and resource whenever we can and for those in need.
The planning for the St Peter’s talent show is still in the works for planning and getting ready. Mama always told us to "Get you act together!" Let's have some variety and fun. I believe the format for food will be similar to a family reunion. If so, there will be two sign-up sheets in the narthex after Christmas festivities have concluded. The date for the lunch and talent show is January 21st, 2023. It may be mid-day or evening. That has not yet been decided.
Life is a gift from God as is His Son and our Savior. I give this one lowly and humble gift to our God. Merry Christmas from your Brotherhood!
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ (BASIC), as we move forward to one more reminiscent rendition of the birth of our sweet savior Jesus, your Brotherhood extends warm, well and healing wishes to all in our midst who are suffering in body, mind or soul.
This is one of those many times of year when we need to actively reach out to those who are experiencing loneliness due to loss of a loved one or because they have had to move to health care facilities. This from the CDC on suicides: "CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics reports that the suicide rate is, in fact, the lowest in December.2 The rate peaks in the spring and the fall. This pattern has not changed in recent years. The holiday suicide myth supports misinformation about suicide that might ultimately hamper prevention efforts." Loneliness is a plague almost as bad as any we could experience during a pandemic. It is the 10th leading cause of death for all Americans. Each year, more than 36,000 people take their own lives.2 In addition, more than 374,000 are treated in emergency departments for self-inflicted injuries. It is a big deal.Love is the reason for the Christmas season, and as one Christmas song declares, "If every day were just like Christmas, what a wonderful world this would be." Christmas traditions may in a constant state of flux, but Christmas love will never go out of style. We Christians do what we Christians are always prone to do. We give of time, talent and resource whenever we can and for those in need.
The planning for the St Peter’s talent show is still in the works for planning and getting ready. Mama always told us to "Get you act together!" Let's have some variety and fun. I believe the format for food will be similar to a family reunion. If so, there will be two sign-up sheets in the narthex after Christmas festivities have concluded. The date for the lunch and talent show is January 21st, 2023. It may be mid-day or evening. That has not yet been decided.
Life is a gift from God as is His Son and our Savior. I give this one lowly and humble gift to our God. Merry Christmas from your Brotherhood!
WELCA NEWS for December 2022
Hello everyone,
At this time, I would like to thank you ladies for the opportunity to serve you as your chairperson. I have done this once before and as always it is a learning and rewarding experience. I pray for our existing and new leaders as they tackle 2023.
December Calendar dates December 1, Cheer Gifts distributed December 1, WELCA Christmas Party @6:30pm Potluck December 12, Sauk County Health Care Center Christmas gifts (20) Faith Circle December 19, @ 6:30pm Gather Bible Study via Zoom December 20, @ 1pm Gather Bible Study at church December 25, @ 10am Christmas Day Items of Interests Officers for 2023: President: Liesa Stienmetz, Co-President; Carolyn Meyer, Secretary: Jan Henke, Treasurer: Mary Brown, Education: Brenda Statz, Stewardship: Lorinda Broughton & Karen Nodolf, and Nominating Committee: Amy Suemnicht & Linda Behn. Thank you, ladies, for your services.
WELCA Committees for Decmeber 2022
Communion Set Up: Carolyn Meyer Communion Clean Up: Carolyn Meyer Altar Flowers: Vicky Baumgarten Sunday Host: Carolyn Meyer & Nancy Schuette Care Ministry: Jean Berlin There are still opportunities for 2023 WELCA Committees. The sign-up board is on the hybrid tables. Thanks
Again, I would like to thank everyone for your support. It has been a pleasure serving. I would like to close with my favorite verse from the Bible which is: Matthew 25:40 “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
Sue Wobschall, WELCA Chairperson suewobschall@gmail.com 608-415-3910
At this time, I would like to thank you ladies for the opportunity to serve you as your chairperson. I have done this once before and as always it is a learning and rewarding experience. I pray for our existing and new leaders as they tackle 2023.
December Calendar dates December 1, Cheer Gifts distributed December 1, WELCA Christmas Party @6:30pm Potluck December 12, Sauk County Health Care Center Christmas gifts (20) Faith Circle December 19, @ 6:30pm Gather Bible Study via Zoom December 20, @ 1pm Gather Bible Study at church December 25, @ 10am Christmas Day Items of Interests Officers for 2023: President: Liesa Stienmetz, Co-President; Carolyn Meyer, Secretary: Jan Henke, Treasurer: Mary Brown, Education: Brenda Statz, Stewardship: Lorinda Broughton & Karen Nodolf, and Nominating Committee: Amy Suemnicht & Linda Behn. Thank you, ladies, for your services.
WELCA Committees for Decmeber 2022
Communion Set Up: Carolyn Meyer Communion Clean Up: Carolyn Meyer Altar Flowers: Vicky Baumgarten Sunday Host: Carolyn Meyer & Nancy Schuette Care Ministry: Jean Berlin There are still opportunities for 2023 WELCA Committees. The sign-up board is on the hybrid tables. Thanks
Again, I would like to thank everyone for your support. It has been a pleasure serving. I would like to close with my favorite verse from the Bible which is: Matthew 25:40 “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
Sue Wobschall, WELCA Chairperson suewobschall@gmail.com 608-415-3910
Faith Night News for November 2022
Night due to Thanksgiving Eve service starting at 7:00pm.Advent begins Sunday, November 27, the next month our focus will be our Christmas practices. (Pre-K thru Confirmation) We need to know right away if your family will be here for Christmas Eve / 7:00pm. We are also looking for students that would like to share their talents prior to the service that evening as well.Faith Night Wednesdays will be dedicated to preparing for the program. There will be many opportunities for the youth to read and we will have a few acting roles as well. We will be casting the older children first and then other spots will be filled with the younger children. Of course, the little nativity will be featured. The program is called the Symbols of Christmas. Kris Klemp will lead the children in song. Vicky Baumgarten will direct.Christmas Practices for the 2022 Christmas Eve program The Symbols of Christmas• • Faith Night Wednesdays / Nov 30 / Dec 7 / Dec 14 Time: 5:45pm –7:00pm• • One Additional practice (if needed) Saturday or Sunday, December 17 or 18, Time: 1:00pm –3:00pm. Please parents, let us know your conflicts and we will do the best we can to work around things. Your children are such gifts to this church and we wish this to be a positive experience for all.• • Dress Rehearsal / Dec 21 Time: 5:45pm-7:30pm (little ones may be dismissed early, if preferred)Faith Night is always looking for volunteers to help with the workshops. Materials are provided. Please consider helping out. Faith Night depends on you for our success. If interested, contact Vicky Baumgarten at 608-393-0066 or contact Vicky at vickybaumgarten@aol.comThe Power of Persistent Prayer – Pray to God every day / Luke 18: 1-8 (children’s sermon 10/16/2022)* Pray to God for all to be treated fairly * Pray to God to provide for you and those in need* Pray to God to guide you every day *Pray to God to heal the world*Pray to God for the one who does not know HimPlease save your Viking Village receipts this helps with our meals.Sue Wobschall
Parish Education News - December 2022
Faith Night has completed their Old Testament story of Joseph. We are now gearing up for Christmas. Christmas practices will begin Wednesday, November 30, 5:45pm – 7:00pm and each Wednesday leading up to Christmas. Dress rehearsal is scheduled for Wednesday, December 21st beginning at 5:30pm. If a weekend practice is needed it will be announced. The grand production is Saturday, Christmas Eve at 7pm. If more practices are needed or canceled due to weather they will be announced. It is very important for the youth to attend and be prompt for each practice. Thanks in advance.
Also, youth will be singing Sunday, December 4th, at the 10am worship service.
There will be no Faith Night, Cat Class or CnC classes December 28, or Wednesday, January 4th. All classes will resume Wednesday, January 11th.
Looking ahead into 2023 we will again be needing volunteers to help with Faith Night workshops. Please consider volunteering. Dates will be announced.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to give myself, Sue Wobschall a call at 608-415-3910 or Vicky Baumgarten at 608-393-0066. Please continue to save your grocery receipts from Viking.
As always thankyou to all who have assisted and continue to assist with our youth. Your time and dedication is very much appreciated.
Have a great Christmas and may your New Year be a blessing to all of you.
Sue Wobschall – Faith Night Superintendent
Also, youth will be singing Sunday, December 4th, at the 10am worship service.
There will be no Faith Night, Cat Class or CnC classes December 28, or Wednesday, January 4th. All classes will resume Wednesday, January 11th.
Looking ahead into 2023 we will again be needing volunteers to help with Faith Night workshops. Please consider volunteering. Dates will be announced.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to give myself, Sue Wobschall a call at 608-415-3910 or Vicky Baumgarten at 608-393-0066. Please continue to save your grocery receipts from Viking.
As always thankyou to all who have assisted and continue to assist with our youth. Your time and dedication is very much appreciated.
Have a great Christmas and may your New Year be a blessing to all of you.
Sue Wobschall – Faith Night Superintendent
President's November Message
November, 2022This monthly column will be one way to share information to you about happenings within Council; I’ll strive to be open, transparent, understanding, and responsive in exchange for the faith you’ve placed in me as your Council President.October 20, 2022, Council Meeting➢ Property and Maintenance will be purchasing a new snowblower to replace the 18-year old one that is extremely difficult to start.➢ The electrical panel at the back of the church will also be upgraded.➢ Over the course of the next several months, Council will begin putting together a Strategic Plan for the future. We’ll use our notes from the book, “Autopsy of a Deceased Church” as well as outcomes from the Transition Process.➢ Finance is exploring taking advantage of using AMAZON SMILE. More details will be shared soon.➢ Next council meeting is November 17, 2022.Transition Next Steps: Please read the outcome notes from our first Congregational discussion on the Past in this newsletter. More importantly, please look for the questionnaire pertaining to the Present. Feel free to take your time answering those questions and returning the form to church prior to October 30th or bring it with you for our next get-together on Sunday, October 30th. A light lunch will be served in the Fellowship Hall following church.Peace,Nancy SchuetteCouncil President608 444-3143nanc.schuette@gmail.com[Text, Phone, Email or FaceBook Messenger]
ELCA News - December 2022
Hello everyone,2022 is winding down and soon we will be starting a new year. My to do list is getting smaller but unfortunately there is still a lot to do. I think motivation is the issue.Thank you to everyone who help with the Chili Supper. It was decided the proceeds from the Chili Supper would go to the Reedsburg and Weston lunch programs and Reedsburg dental program.November Calendar dates❖ November 3 @ 6:30pm Officers and Circle Lead meeting❖ November 6 All Saints Day Bibles presented to baptized members since Dec. 2021❖ November 13 Celebration – Veterans Day Nov 11❖ November 17 Sauk County Health Care Center Birthdays (Shalom Circle)❖ November 17 College Student Survival Gifts❖ November 20 Women’s Thank Offering❖ November 21 Gather Bible Study – Zoom❖ November 22 Gather Bible Study @ church❖ November 24 ThanksgivingItems of Interests❖ Nominating CommitteeWELCA Committees for November 2022Communion Set Up: Kathy Geffert Communion Clean Up: Kathy GeffertAltar Flowers: Vicky Baumgarten Sunday Host: Shirley Albers & Jan HenkeCare Ministry: Kathy GeffertThought for the month 1 Thessalonians 5:11 “Therefore Encourage one another and build one another up just as also you are doing.”
Sue Wobschall, WELCA Chairpersonsuewobschall@gmail.com 608-415-3910