February 2012 CrossFormation Newsletter

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF HHOLYOLY CCROSSROSS LLUTHERANUTHERAN CCHURCHHURCH FEBRUARY 2012Information and invitation to guide you in your faith journey

“Come now, let us argue it out, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be like snow;...”

~ Isaiah 1:18 ~It snowed last night, the first serious snowfall of an otherwise unbelievable winter.I see in the snowfall some lessons of life.It’s somewhat of a relief to realize that our drought may be broken by this small but

recognizable winter event. We understand droughts, personal and spiritual droughts.Sometimes they stretch out too far. Our souls become parched and weak, and we lose sightof our God. Life seems flat. But then God’s grace breaks through – from a word, a memory,a friend, or a song. And the drought in our soul is ended, bringing a fresh, new burst ofhope.

What with the poor care I gave my lawn last summer and fall, and the wild antics of my labrador retriever, my backyard was looking pretty threadbare, especially compared tothe well-manicured lawns of my diligent neighbors. But now our lawns look the same, allpristine and white. Isn’t it just that way with forgiveness too? Be our sins large or small,compared with others, we are all made clean through the love of Christ. We stand shoulderto shoulder beneath the cross of Christ, joining in one great prayer of thanksgiving, all children of God.

For our withered souls and our desire for a fresh start, God’s forgiveness offers a wonderful newness as fresh and clean as new-fallen snow.

Pastor Dave

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– Sunday, February 26 at 12:45pm in the Sanctuary –Bishop David Zellmer from the SD Synod office and our conference

meet with us – the congregation of Holy Cross.We, as a congregation, tell “Support to Ministries” about the kind of ministry we want and need.

ALL are welcome & encouraged to attend, as the next step in the Call Process.– Potluck at Noon –Come for a lunch potluck, then take this opportunity to visit with Bishop Zellmer!

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is a monthly publication of Holy Cross Lutheran Church.

Deadline for the March 2012 issue is: Wednesday, February 15 by noon.

Pastoral StaffInterim Senior Pastor ................................................Dave JohnsonAssociate Pastor ......................................................Amy EisenmannAssociate in Ministry (AiM).........................................Angie Smith

Ministry Directors & Support StaffAdministrative Assistant ..........................................Jennifer BeckAdult & Caring Ministries..................................Angie Smith, AiMChildren’s Ministry ...........................................................Amy CaubleCommunication Coordinator ....................................Tami MatsonFinance Coordinator ...................................................Mike DircksenMusic Ministries ............................................................Rachael FodeNursery Coordinator .......................................................Jen BoeschPreschool Director .......................................................Tricia MurphyTechnical Coordinator .................................................Jason KlimesEnvironmental Specialists ...........................Tim Christopherson.............................................................Jerry & Donna ChristophersonMusic Coordinators........................Shawn Cable, Cheryl Ziegler......................................Sonia Bury, Becky Covert, & Anita RandallCircle of Prayer Leaders ..........................................Pam Dircksen,......................................................Joan Noerenberg, Donna Rearick,.....................................................................................Deb ThormodsgardVisitation Ministers ..............................Katie Harms, Joan Noerenberg,.....................................................................................Jim Reich, & Nicole Sanderson,..................................................................................Jeanine Thomas, & Julie ThomasMissionaries ....................................“Train Up A Child” Program in Cameroon

2011 Church CouncilPresident .......................................................................Court AndersonVice President ..................................................................Gayle WexlerSecretary ........................................................................Delmar JensenTreasurer ........................................................................Aaron Kvistero

Ministry Team Chair PersonsAdult Education ................................................................Pam StrohmChristian Education ...................................................................................Family Ministry ............................................................................................Fellowship ..................................................................Nicole SandersonHealth & Wellness.....Julie Hartmann & Robin KrommendykHospitality & Invitation ..............................................Marilyn HaperOutreach........................................................................Karen HattervigPersonnel .........................................................................Chuck SjogrenPreschool.............................................................................Kristin WilleyProperty ...................................................................................Paul SnazaStewardship ........................................................................Jim GeraetsWorship & Arts .........................................................Cheryl SwansonYouth .................................................................................................................

HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH1300 S. Sertoma Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57106

WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGemail: [email protected]

Church Office ..............605-362-1947... Fax...605-362-1971Preschool & Extended-Care ................................605-951-1813Email...............................................INFO@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGPastor Dave Johnson [email protected] Amy Eisenmann [email protected] Smith, AiM............................ANGIES@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGAmy Cauble ...........................................AMYC@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGJennifer Beck...............................JENNIFERB@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGRachael Fode ................................RACHAELF@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGTricia Murphy ..................................TRICIAM@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGTami Matson ......................................TAMIM@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGMike Dircksen.................................FINANCE@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORG

A complete Staff Directory is available on the website.Worship Services

Saturday Celebration – Saturdays at 6:00pmClassic Celebration – Sundays at 8:00am

Hope & Praise Celebration – Sundays at 9:30 & 11:00amThe CrossFormation is the monthly newsletter of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, SD.

Distributed to members and others upon request.If you have material you wish to share,

please contact the church office, 362-1947.

Births...Mason David Anderson (son of Melissa & Barry)...Jocelyn Marie Deidrich

(daughter of Georgiann Wornson & Thad Diedrich)...Rylee Marie Matzen (daugthter of Holly & Nathan)Baptisms...Beatriz Annetta Hernandez Lucas (daughter of Gustavo & Jenna)...Kaitlyn Rose Williams (daughter of Eric & Tammi)Sympathy for the Families of......John Droge, father of Joleen (Bryan) Everhart and Julie (Jim) Drew;

grandfather of Abigail, Alexis, & Kaylie; and brother-in-law of Karen (Chris) Johnson

...Betty Harriman, mother of Susan (Pastor Tim) Thies and grandmother of Joshua & Jacob

...Marva Jerke, wife of Norm

...Diane Olander, mother of Jodi (Greg) Latza and grandmother of Anna, Lucas, & Jack

...Marv Olinger, father of Rod (Sandy) Olinger

...David Wipf, husband of Donna and father of Traci & Kelsi

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LL IFEIFE TTRANSITIONSRANSITIONS

How will you know if activities are cancelled or not at Holy Cross?There are many ways:1. Check the Holy Cross website

(WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORG)2. Check the “Close-Line”

WWW.KELOLAND.COM –or– WWW.KSFY.COM3. Check your email account —

An email of cancellations will be sent out to you by 11:30am,

if you receive the bi-weekly Mass Emails from Holy Cross.

(Contact Tami Matson in the office, if you would like to be included in these emails & do not receive them at this time — It is easy & very helpful!)

4. Call the Holy Cross office (362-1947).Holy Cross will make a decision regarding evening activities by 11:30am of that day.

Please Note: Use your own discretion regarding you & your family.

Be sure to contact the office to schedule a baptism, a wedding, or any event.#605-362-1947 or [email protected]

Early Bible StudiesWOMEN AT THE WELLPastor Amy & the ladies of this Bible Study invite you to join them Thursdays at 6:30am in theCoffee Shop at Holy Cross.

Friday GuysFriday GuysPastor Dave & the men

of this Bible Study invite you to join them at Fryin’ Pan on

41st St. every Friday at 6:30am.

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FFAITHAITH & F& FELLOWSHIPELLOWSHIP EEVENTSVENTSFFOODOOD TOTO Y YOUOU C COLLECTIONSOLLECTIONS

Items to be collected for the following months:~ ~ FebruaryFebruary ~~

—— Pasta (any kind) Pasta (any kind) ——~ March ~ March —— Cereal (any kind) ~Cereal (any kind) ~

Collection bins are now located in the hallway across from the Fellowship Hall.

Please contact Tami Matson([email protected])with any questions.

NNECESSITIESECESSITIES FORFOR NNEIGHBORSEIGHBORS: : Hosted by Peace Lutheran Church,

this is an offshoot of the MOBILE FOOD PANTRY, Holy Cross is accepting donations

of LAUNDRY DETERGENT to be distributed the 1st Sunday of each month at 3pm.

(ALL are welcome to help with distributions at PEACE!)(ALL are welcome to help with distributions at PEACE!)PPLEASELEASE CONSIDERCONSIDER DISTRIBUTINGDISTRIBUTING ATAT PPEACEEACE LLUTHERANUTHERAN CCHURCHHURCH ..

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55 PLUSMeets February 7 at 1:00pm. Everyone is invited for fun, games, and fellowship!

Fellowship & Studies at Holy Cross:

WWOMENOMEN ’’SS BB IBLEIBLE SSTUDYTUDYmeets February 8 & 15

in the Fireside Room at 1:00pm (2nd & 4th Wednesdays each month).

SAVING GRACE~ WOMEN’S AA GROUP ~

Mondays at 6:00pm in the Fireside room.For more information call: 359-7247.

Childcare provided!

WOMEN OF THE ELCA (W/ELCA) – FEBRUARY 16We meet the 3rd Thursday (7:00pm) of each month in the Fireside Room.We have a Bible study with a short business meeting & refreshments.Our current study is from “Couples of the Old Testament”

by Dale & Sandy Larsen, a Life Guide Bible Study.Please review Chapter 9: “King Xerxes and Esther” prior to the next meeting.

We begin a new study in March; contact Twyla Sine (361-2992 or [email protected]) so materials can be ordered for all.

All Women of the ELCA are members of W/ELCA!

THETHE 20122012 FLOWERFLOWER CHART...CHART......can be found on the bulletin board

near the Fellowship Hall, or you can contact Tami Matson ([email protected]).

Everyone is invited to honor or remember a loved one or special occasion by giving a flower or plant

to the church for a designated weekend.Simply sign up (print clearly), order theflowers, and have them delivered to theChurch Office by noon on the Friday

before your chosen weekend.In lieu of flowers, you may wish to give a gift that lasts forever. Remember a loved one or

special occasion by giving to the Endowment Fund.Simply sign up in the front office, & a candle will be lit on the altar your chosen weekend.

Quilters now meet the 3rd Quilters now meet the 3rd TuesdayTuesday (7(7––9pm):9pm):No Feb. meeting, see you in March in the Fellowship Hall.No Feb. meeting, see you in March in the Fellowship Hall.

If you have a community event that you would like to advertise, contact the office for approval to be posted in one of the Holy Cross publications.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT HOLY CROSS?Want to stay up-to-date

with events & opportunities?If you wish to receive the bi-weekly mass emails (Tuesdays & Fridays), please contact the church office with your email address, and you will be “in the know!”

Sc r a p b o o k i n ’ & S t amp i n ’ G r o u pS c r a p b o o k i n ’ & S t amp i n ’ G r o u pmeets on Friday, February 10 from 6pm–12am in the Fireside Room.

Bring your drink and a snack to share with the group! Contact Tami Matson ([email protected]) to be added to the email list.

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Sunday School Sunday School Offering Money...Offering Money...is now helping children in Cameroon.

“In Africa, the difference between life and death is an education.”

~ Bishop David Zellmer ~

Note: Although no longer working for ELCA Global Missions, Dr. Jim & Carolyn Brown continue their calling to train physicians in surgery at theMbingo Baptist Hospital in Cameroon. Please continue to hold them up in prayer.

The SD Synod is in relationship with a companion synod in Cameroon that supports the education of children through the “Train Up A Child” program.

Here is how it works: One-half of the Sunday School offerings

will be sent to the SD Synod. The offering dollars are then sent to school children who would not otherwise receive an education.

(Just $15 from Holy Cross – matched by $15 from the child’s parents –

allows 1 more child in Cameroon to attend primary school through the Evangelical Church in Cameroon.)Thank you for sharing your gifts with others.

Stop by the Sunday School bulletin board to see a picture of just afew of the children whose lives have been touched by this program.

SUNDAY SCHOOLQUICK REFERENCE

CLASS DATES TO KNOW:SSUNDAYUNDAY S SCHOOLCHOOLCCLASSESLASSES M MEETEET::Wed., Feb. 1Wed., Feb. 1Sun. Feb. 5Sun. Feb. 5Wed., Feb. 8Wed., Feb. 8Sun. Feb. 12Sun. Feb. 12

CCAMPAMP W WEEKEEK ::Wed., Feb. 1Wed., Feb. 1Sat. & Sun., Sat. & Sun., February 4 & 5February 4 & 5Camp Representatives

from Lutherans Outdoors campswill visit the Sunday School

classrooms.

PPRESIDENTSRESIDENTS ’ D’ DAYAY::Wed., Feb. 15 Wed., Feb. 15 & Sun. Feb. 19& Sun. Feb. 19

No Sunday School & Midweek SSclasses due to the long break.

AASHSH W WEDNESDAYEDNESDAY::February 22February 22

No Midweek SS Class; attend Soup Supper (5:30pm) &Worship (6:00pm or 7:30pm)

with your family

FFAMILYAMILY W WORSHIPORSHIP ::Sat. & Sun., Sat. & Sun.,

February 25 & 26February 25 & 26No Sunday School Classes

(February 26); No Midweek SS Classes

(February 29)Attend worship with

your family!

SSOUPOUP SSUPPERSUPPERS BBEGINEGIN AASHSH WWEDNESDAYEDNESDAY,, FFEBEB .. 2222NDND ..Please remember there is no pizza served

throughout the season of Lent...Instead, come for a bowl of homemade soup, delicious bread,

and the fellowship of friends & family.Please join us for Soup Suppers followed by a Lent Service:—— Weds., Feb. 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28Weds., Feb. 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 ——Soup served from 5:00–6:45pm; Worship at 7:00pm.

**Sign up at the kiosk to bring soup or bread!*

A special ‘thank you’ to all the parent volunteers who faithfully come & spend their Sunday mornings

& Wednesday evenings with the Sunday School children.Your loving hearts & helpful hands nurture all children of God

as they learn, grow, & share the stories of the Bible.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten Season; a way that we can remember the sacrifices made

for each & every one of us.Come for a service of reflection & worship.

(Soup Supper will be served 5:00–6:45pm; sign up to bring soup & bread to share.)

...Y...YOUROUR FFAITHAITH


Tired of the cold, dark winter nights?Experience a little touch of summer:

Holy Cross’ Camp Week (Feb. 1, 4 & 5)Representatives from Lutherans Outdoors & Shetek Lutheran Bible camps

will be here to reveal the many camp opportunities for this summer.Parents, grandparents, godparents, & families ~

mark these dates to learn more about the Bible camp experience; find out about reserved dates, camp sponsorships, and registration throughout this week.

— Mark Your Ca l endars —For a Concert Event for Ages 3–103

Saturday, March 24 at 6:00pmJames Hersch will participate in 6:00pm worship, followed by a 7:00pm concert.

Join the Christian Education Team in this event with singer & songwriter James Hersch.Experience music & storytelling that reveal the connection we have through life experiences.

(Visit WWW.COWSBUGSANDAARDVARKS.COM to learn more about Mr. Hersch & his work with children.)A Free Will offering will be taken to offset the cost of the event.

“I want to sing where it matters; to have a chance to sing about the lives of people and play in the hearts of those who want (need)connection. It’s not performing as much as swinging open the door and letting in the breeze. Troubadours only seek someone’s ear. But when it’s more than entertainment, the dream comes ’round.” – James Hersch

UUPCOMINGPCOMING LLENTENENTEN EEVENTSVENTS & A& ACTIVITIESCTIVITIES

Soup Suppers — Wednesdays, February 22, 29, March 7, 14, 21, & 28 (5:00–6:45pm)Soup Suppers are also offered (5:00 – 6:45pm) in the Fellowship Hall; watch for a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.(In order to ensure that there is enough food for everyone, please be sure to sign up to bring soup & bread for at least 1 week in Lent!)

What better way to begin the season of Lent than with a celebration?!Join us for dinner at 6:00pm – Keep an eye out for a sign up in the Narthex,

so we know how much to make!Then wander the hallways of Holy Cross to gaze at the beautiful artwork

before heading into the Sanctuary for some great music, talent, & gut-wrenching laughter!Do you have a talent to share in this year’s show?

Let Rachael know or sign up in the Narthex today...See you then!!!Ash Wednesday Services with Holy Communion: — February 22nd at 7:00am, 6:00pm, & 7:30pm —

Join us for Midweek Lenten Worship at 7:00pm each Wednesday

throughout Lent (February 29–March 28) to listen to stories and “Faith Talks” given

by our own Holy Cross members.Don’t forget:

Soup Suppers are offered each of these nights...Sign up in the Narthex to bring soup & bread.

Shrove “Fat” Tuesday, February 21Dinner with Art Show (6pm) and Talent Show (7pm)

Midweek during LentWednesdays,

February 29, March 7, 14, 21, 28

Are you willing to help our kids learn?Pastor Amy is looking for help for this event!“Living Lent,” where we help our youth experience & learn about the Biblical story from Passion/Palm Sunday to Easter.If you are able to help provide snacks, hang out with our kids, do a craft or two, or just be another adult to walk with our kids

on this journey, talk to Pastor Amy today!

“Living Lent”1-Day Retreat for Confirmands


YYOUTHOUTH NNEWSEWS ......Calling All Confirmands!

We are having a day retreat just for you!On February 25th, we will be gathering at the church to experience“Living Lent”...What happened in Jesus’ life from Passion/Palm Sunday to Easter morning?Remember, this is a part of our class requirements, so do everything you can to make it there!

If you are going to miss this event, please let Pastor Amy know no later than Feb. 19th, so that she can get you the make-up work!Looking forward to seeing you there!

Wishing for a chance to play with your kids in the Youth Zone?

The Youth Zone is available for you & your family during the day,

while the office is open 8:30am – 4:30pm (except 12:00 – 3:15pm, which is nap time for the toddlers)!We just ask that you do not leave

your child unattended.If you are interested

in coming & having some family time in the Youth Zone,

talk to Pastor Amy today!!!

New Orleans

Fundraising

MeetingCalling all adults & kids going to New Orleans next summer:

The next meeting will be Sunday, February 12 at Noon,

right after the Pancake Breakfast, in the Fireside Room!

See you there!

W. N. L. (January 18th):Braved the below-zero temp to go ice skating,

now thawing in the Warming House.

Minute to Win It (Dec. 30th)

Minute to Win It — Re-capThe kids who came to Minute to Win It had a blast!

Whether we were flipping pencils, sending bubbles soaring,or just trying to get the Christmas cookies from our fore-heads to our mouths (without our hands, of course),

there was a lot of giggling & fun had by all that were there.Be sure to watch for our next fun event!


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Cross-Generation Milestone Gallery:Children & parents learned about Communion;

Children received their First Communion January 28 & 29.

Calling All 9th–12th Graders:You’ve been asking, so here’s an event just for you!

On Friday, March 2nd, we will be hanging out with the kids from Augustana and having a half Lock-In.Come to the church from 7–11pm for games, pizza, & a ton of fun!!!

If you are coming, please sign up on the Youth Zone door!

Hope to see you there!

MM ILESTONESILESTONES ATAT HHOLYOLY CCROSSROSSUpcoming Milestone! Mark Your Calendar!

It promises to be a fun month as we prepare our 1st-graders for First Communion!

If you would like more information about any of these upcoming classes, please email Pastor Amy ([email protected]) or call her (362-1947).

During February, we will begin

FFIRSTIRST CCOMMUNIONOMMUNION IINSTRUCTIONNSTRUCTION

by gathering to “Make Pottery & Stomp Grapes.”

We will gather at 4:30pm on February 26th.Hope to see you there!

(Other important First Communion dates to note: “Breadmaking” – March 11, Seder Meal – April 1, & First Communion in Worship – Maundy Thursday, April 5.)

Remember that you are

always welcome to come to

Wednesday Night Livetoo!!!

In February, we will meet for W.N.L.

on Feb. 1 & 8, so bring your friends!

Starting feb. 22 – Mar. 28,

we’ll be heading to worship instead...

Come early & grab some

yummy soup too!

Congratulations to the Eight StudentsWho Completed First Communion Instruction

through Cross-Generational Communion Milestone:Alexis Boesch, Camille Buus, Clayton Buus, Dexter Hajek, Taylor Hanson, Kaitlin Renken, Macy Spader, & Janea Vollan


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FF E B R U A R YE B R U A R Y AA D U L TD U L T EE D U C A T I O ND U C A T I O NSundaySunday MorningsMornings atat 9:309:30 inin thethe FiresideFireside Room:Room:� February 5: “1 Corinthians” ~ On the first Sunday of

every month we will examine the correspondence from theapostle Paul to the early church in Corinth. This study examines some of the “big questions” the church faced, andthat we still face today. Study led by Julie Thomas.

� February 12 & 26: “Christ As Curse” ~ Led by Sarah Stenson, J.D., Associate Director, Luther Houseof Study. We don’t often think of Christ as a curse, do we? Thatis exactly the way the Apostle Paul describes Christ in Gala-tians 3:13. Come to the class and learn more about how this“curse actually becomes our blessing.

� February 19: “Letters of Love” ~ Sandy Jerstad. WhenMark Jerstad was the campus pastor at Augustana College, hethought about putting his sermons into a book. But then hewent to work for the Good Samaritan Society in Sioux Falls,where he became the president and CEO, and had not time todo the project. Mark died of colon cancer in 1997, but now hissermons live on through a book written by his wife, Sandy. Hernew book is called “Letters of Love.” Sandy comes to sharethis book and their story.

SundaySunday MorningsMornings atat 9:309:30 inin RoomRoom W101:W101:NEW! “PNEW! “PARENTINGARENTING ININ FFAITHAITH !”!”

A series of conversation to empower parents:The Luther House of Study (Sioux Falls) in cooperation

with Sanford Health & Peace Lutheran Church has created a series of presentations for parents.

The first four courses are geared courses are geared toward parents of children from birth to elementary.

These classes will be facilitated by Angie Smith.� February 5: “Life’s Not Fair & the Bible Tells Us So”~ God expects fairness. Life’s not fair. Was fairness an issue inyour family growing up? How do you try to make things fair foryour kids? Or don’t you?

� February 12: “Where’s the Gratitude?” ~ What does theBible have to say about gratitude? How can I be grateful in themidst of challenges? Can I empower my children?

� February 19: NO Class.� February 26: NO Class ~ Family Worship Weekend.

Healthy Snacks for Wednesday Nights!The Health & Wellness Team is excited to provide a healthy choice/option to Wednesday night pizza: VEGGIES!

They are free of charge & a simple way to add a healthy addition to our Wednesday night routines.If you would like to contribute, please contact Angie.

“Fearless: Imagine Your Life Without Fear,” by Max Lucado.What if faith, not fear, was your default reaction to threats?Together, we read and discuss this book that speaks directly

to the climate of fear and uncertainty that hovers over out culture today.God speaks a word of hope in the midst of uncertainty, as lifted up by the author.

The first gathering is Wednesday, February 15 (6:30 – 7:45pm).The class will then meet starting February 29 (5:30 – 6:40pm),

during the Lenten Soup Supper, in Room W101.Registration is essential for planning purposes.Registration is essential for planning purposes.

You can purchase books at Crossroads, Barnes & Noble, or AMAZON.COM. Contact Angie with questions.

L o o k i n g t o L e n t !Ash Wednesday is February 22,

which means the time to prepare for Lent is now!

WednesdayWednesday NightNight AdultAdult Activities:Activities:A great opportunity for those who have kids in Confirmation and/or Choir.

� 5:30-6:20pm – “Faithful Parenting,” led by Angie Smith in the Fireside Room. A time to connect with other parents, explore theways God is at work in the lives of parents and their children, and talk about the challenges and opportunities of the Christian vocation of parenting.

� 6:30-7:00 – “A Time to Connect,” Led by Pam Strohm, in Room S101. A gathering prayer- & faith-filled conversation and a chanceto connect with other adults & parents. (This group does not meet whenever there are no children’s choir rehearsals.)

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BB ROA DWAYROA DWAY & W & W O R S H I PO R S H I P(Friday, February 10 at 7:00pm)

February is the perfect time of year to get out of the house & do something fun with your family!

Join us & the hugely talented people of Holy Cross for “Broadway & Worship” to partake (for the 2nd year) in a great Broadway musical undertaking

of music, singing, instrumental masterpieces, & a bit of acting to tell an unforgettable story that will encourage, lift up, & rejuvenate!

Please come for this FREE event, perfect for families!If you would like to give something, a free-will offering will be collected

in support of music & technology updates at Holy Cross.You won’t want to miss this incredibly moving, fun, & uplifting experience!Adult Choir Joins First United Methodist on Sunday, February 5th:

Join us for worship at 9:30am to hear a choir of over 70 members, as Holy Cross’ Adult Choir sings

with the First United Methodist choir!They will sing a prelude, during the offering, & duringCommunion before travelling to First United Methodist

to share their gifts during worship at 11:00am.Don’t miss this unique musical experience!

Don’t Forget!Fat Tuesday Talent Show– Feb 22nd at 7pm –Sign up on the kiosk to share your talent or talk to Rachael (362-1947 or

[email protected]).

CALENDARS ARE AVAILABLE ON THEMUSIC BULLETIN BOARD!New Choir members are always welcome!

Regular Meeting Times & Locations:Regular Meeting Times & Locations:Mustard Seeds (Pre-Kind) w/Andy S.

6:30–7:00pm in the Band RoomTiny Tunes (1st–3rd) w/Jeff F.6:30–7:00pm in the Music Room

Half Notes (4th–6th) w/Rachael F.6:30–7:00pm in the Sanctuary

7th & 8th Praise Band w/Rachael F.6:00–6:30pm in the SanctuaryAdult Choir w/Rachael F.

7:00–8:00pm in the SanctuaryBell Choir w/Rachael F.

8:00–8:30pm in the Band Room

9:30am Mus ic Leader9:30am Mus ic LeaderIf you don’t mind being silly in front of a bunch of 3-5-yr-olds, come to Holy Cross at 9:30am to lead our Sunday morning musical worship!

The kids will adore you – and they don’t care what you sound like!The sillier the better!Contact Amy C, ([email protected])if you are interested.

FF E B R U A R YE B R U A R Y C C H O I RH O I R S S C H E D U L EC H E D U L E ::Wed., Feb. 1 ~ All youth choirs rehearse;

Adult Choir (7:15pm) at First United Methodist; No Bell Choir rehearsal

Sun., Feb. 5 ~ Adult Choir sings with FirstUnited Methodist at 9:30am

at Holy Cross; at 11am at First UnitedWed., Feb. 8 ~ All choirs rehearse

Sun., Feb. 12 ~ Youth Choir Sunday:Tiny Tunes & Half Notes at 9:30amMustard Seeds & 7th-8th Praise Band

sing/play at 11amSun., Feb. 19 ~ Bell Choir plays 8am & 9:30am

Wed., Feb. 15 & 22 ~ No choirs rehearseWed., Feb. 29 ~ Bells at 6pm; Adult Choir at 7:45pm;

No youth choirs rehearse

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HHYYVVEEEE UUPDATESPDATES AAMOUNTMOUNT S SOLDOLD/E/EARNEDARNEDJJANUARYANUARY $ 6450 / $ 322.50

2011-12 YTD TOTALS2011-12 YTD TOTALS $ 53,000 / $ 2,650.00

Preschool Openings Are Filling Quickly!

Registration for 2012-13 Preschool & Extended-Careand 2012 Summer Camps has started.Classes are filling up!

If you have a child you would like to register for any of the programs

the Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool has to offer, contact Tricia now, so you don’t miss out!

Contact Information:Tricia Murphy, DirectorHoly Cross Lutheran Preschool

1300 S Sertoma Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106(605) 951-1813 [email protected]

Preschool February

Calendar

— February 15 —

Extended-Care Open;

NO Preschool Classes

— February 16–20 —

All HCLP closed

A L L PA L L P R E S C H O O LR E S C H O O L C C L A S S E SL A S S E SAAGESGES DDAYSAYS TT IMESIMES TTUITIONUITION

2 Years (7 openings) Fri 9:00am—11:30am $40/monthThis class is designed for children who will be 2 years old by September 1st.

3–4 Years (8 openings) Mon/Wed 9:00am—11:30am $90/monthThis class is designed for children who will be 3 years old by September 1st.

3–4 Years (FULL*) Tues/Thurs 9:00am—11:30m $90/monthThis class is designed for children who will be 3 years old by September 1st.

4–5 Years (3 openings) Tues/Thurs 9:00am—11:30am $90/monthThis class is designed for children who will be 4 years old by September 1st.

4–5 Years (FULL*) Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00am—11:30m $125/monthThis class is designed for children who will be 4 years old by September 1st.

Pre-K (4-year-olds) (FULL*) Mon–Thurs 1:00pm—3:30pm $165/monthThis class is designed for children who will be 4 years old by September 1st.

Pre-K (5-year-olds) (2 openings) Mon–Thurs 1:00pm—3:30pm $165/monthThis class is designed for children who will turn 5 years by December 31st,

and choose to wait a year to attend kindergarten or missed the cut-off date to attend

and are ready for additional challenges in their education.**Communicate with the Preschool Director before registering to see if this class would be appropriate for your child.*** A waiting list will be started for each class/program that is full.No deposit is required to be placed on the waiting list.

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2012 Summer Camp Registration Information

June 4th–7th: “Today I Want to Make Believe...” July 4th–26th: ** NO CAMP! **June 11th–14th: Camp Jellystone July 9th–12th: Under ConstructionJune 18th–21st: Sports Spectacular July 16th–19th: Community HelpersJune 25th–28th: Great Outdoors July 23rd–26th: Rodeo Round-Up

Details for each week’s camp can be found online under the ‘preschool’ link as “2012 Summer Camp Registration” or pick up a registration form from the kiosk.

A few of the Summer Camps are full and other only have a few openings.Contact Tricia to see what camps are available.3/4-YEAR-OLD SUMMER CAMP OPTIONS:Children who were 3 by September 1, 2011 (or those who will be 3 by September 1, 2012) are age-eligible.

(11:30am – 12:00pm is an option. This time will be lunch & outdoor play. You must bring a sack lunch for your child to participate.)~ A morning snack will be provided!

___ Tuesday/Thursday ~ 8:00am – 12:00pm ~ Maximum of 10 students ~ $35/weekOLDER 4-YEAR-OLDS – KINDERGARTEN SUMMER CAMP OPTIONS:Children who were 4 by September 1, 2011 up to those who have completed Kindergarten are age-eligible.

(Please have your child bring a sack lunch each day.)~ A morning snack will be provided!

___ Monday–Thursday ~ 8:00am – 12:00pm ~ Maximum of 20 students (2 teachers) ~ $70/weekREGISTRATION FEES: $15/campAttend all 7 weeks of camp & receive 1 week FREE; pay only $30 Registration Fee!DATES: June 4th – July 26th (NO camp the week of July 2nd–5th.)

Camps are filled on a first-come, first-served basis!

**E**E XT ENDEDXT ENDED –– CCAREARE P P ROGRAMROGRAM ****TTODDLERODDLER P PROGRAMROGRAM : : MON – FRI; 7:00AM – 5:00PM; $130/WEEK (3 openings)Children must be at least 1-year-old and will remain in this group until eligible for the 3 Year preschool class.

Openings available will vary according to ages of children enrolled.PPRESCHOOLRESCHOOL P PROGRAMROGRAM : : MON – FRI; 7:00AM – 5:00PM; $130/WEEKAdditional part-time extended care will be available on days your child attends preschool:

2 days a week — $54/week (1 opening – requires M/W 3-yr-old; T/Th FULL w/waiting list)3 days a week — $81/week (FULL)

Availability will be based on current full-time students and part-time openings.Children in this extended care class must be eligible for one of the 3–5-year-old preschool classes and will

attend the preschool class on the day(s) they have signed up for at registration time. (Extended-Care tuition of $130/week includes both preschool and extended-care. No additional monthly payment needed.)CALENDAR:

Extended-Care will run from August — May, with optional summer care available in June and July forfamilies who choose that option.

Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool and the Extended-Care Program will follow the same calendar as the Sioux Falls School District (with the exception of a few days). To view a calendar, contact the preschool or go to WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORG andclick on “preschool.”

To enroll your child for extended care, you must return the registration form along with an additional $50 registration fee.


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“Soup for the Soul”Soup is a wonderful way to show that one is cared for and thought of

as it feeds both the body and soul. On Saturday, February 18, you are invited to come and make soup (or bring prepared soup)

to share with members and friends of Holy Cross. The soup will be delivered that day.Here is how you can help:

If you can help in any of these ways, please sign up at the kiosk. If you have suggestions of people who would enjoy the gift of homemade soup,

please email or call Angie as soon as possible.

If you or a loved one is hospitalized – in any of the local hospitals – please contact the office.

If you would like a visit from one of the pastors, be sure to inform

the church office staff when you call.(In addition, members of the Visitation Team

are available Monday–Friday.)Please be sure that “Holy Cross” is listed

in your patient information so that when phone calls are made to the hospitals,

the Visitation Team member(s) will know that you have been hospitalized.

““Circle of PrayerCircle of Prayer””““Prayers of the ChurchPrayers of the Church””

If you have a prayer request that you wish to be shared with the confidential “Circle of Prayer” or lifted up in the weekend’s “Prayers of the Church,” simply fill out a Prayer Request card located in the pews or call/email Angie Smith at the church office.

Members of Holy Cross and Family Wellness!You are invited to join in on a “Walk-n-Talk” opportunity.Sundays at 3:00pm at the Family Wellness Center.~ ~ NONO SIGNSIGN UPUP ~ ~ Nothing for you to do but show up and walk!A great way to meet those you worship with and get your exercise!

A L e n t e n D e v o t i o n a l — Wr i t t e n b y Y o u !

You may recall that during the “Now Is the Time!” campaign, a devotional was created by you, the membersand friends of Holy Cross. As a way to reflect and pause during Lent, I am creating a similar tool for the season ofLent; and I’m asking for your help.

This year’s Lenten theme is: “Who Do You Say that I Am?” Think of the names we call Christ: Rabbi, friend,King of kings, Emmanuel, Master, Servant. Think of the ways you have encountered Christ – both in times of joyand in times of sorrow. What name do you give to Christ?

You are invited to:

1. Reflect on the theme, “Who Do You Say that I Am?”2. Select a Bible verse(s).3. Write a brief devotion (similar in length to God Pause).4. Close with a short prayer.

Your reflections, along with others, will be shared via email (in no particular order) with the members and friendsof Holy Cross during Lent (starting Ash Wednesday, February 22nd through Good Friday, April 6th). In addition,a limited number of printed copies will be available for those who do not have access to email.

If you know that you are willing to participate, call or email me immediately; and I will be in contact with you.If you have questions, please feel free to contact me as soon as possible. Please, do not let the theme in any wayintimidate or discourage you from sharing your story; it simply provides a guideline as to how you may have encountered Christ in this way.

In Christ’s Care, Angie Smith

A L e n t e n D e v o t i o n a l — Wr i t t e n b y Y o u !

� Soup Preparation (9:30am): If you wish to come and make soup, bring everything you need(food items, utensils, choppers, pots, etc.).

� Bring Prepared Soup (by 11:30am): If you are unable to come and make soup, please drop off yourprepared soup (in disposable containers) by this time.

� Delivery (begins at 12:00pm): Drivers are needed to deliver the soup to homes (maps/locationswill be provided).

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� Members of the Circle of Prayer� Members of the Meal Team� Members of the Visitation Team for the January visits� January Adult Ed facilitators� Donations given to the HC Library� Members of the Prayer Shawl Ministry� Dear All Holy Cross Staff and Prayer Warriors,Thank you so much for your prayers, prayershawls and gifts of meals following the deaths of Greg’s dad, Gene Latza, and my mom, Diane Olander. Though our hearts are heavywith grief, we feel exceptionally blessed to havethe love and support of our family, friends, neighbors and Church Family. Your sincere condolences, prayers and hugs have been appreciated and warmly felt. Please accept ourdeepest gratitude for your heartfelt sentimentsand for remembering us at this difficult time.

With love, Jodi, Greg, Anna, Luke, and Jack Latza

� January musicians: Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers for leading worship with the Day 6, Classic Gathering, and Hope & Praise groupsduring worship in January, which included:Saturday Celebration (Day 6): Bob Nelson, Shelly Ritchie, Danita Tegethoff, Robin Sjogren,Quentin Covert, Tracy Buthe, David Missal, Tim Easter,Zach Swanson, & Ron Schaal;Classic Gathering: Sara Klawonn, Pam Strohm, Samantha Strohm, Arlyn Thomas, Zach Swanson, & Jeffrey Thormodsgard; Hope & Praise: Tim Easter, Mike Ehlers, Anna Latza, Myra Koerner, Grant Mah, David Missal, Bob Nelson, Nick & Ronna Poppens, Ron Schaal, & Andy Schuster.

We are so grateful that you are part of the music teams at Holy Cross!

Sonia Bury, Becky Covert, & Anita Randall (Day 6); Cheryl Ziegler (Classic); Shawn Cable (Hope & Praise); and Rachael Fode, Director of Music Ministries

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—— AA L T A RL T A R GG U I L DU I L D SS C H E D U L EC H E D U L E F O RF O R JJ A N U A R YA N U A R Y 2 0 1 2 2 0 1 2 ——Saturday at 6pm Sunday at 8am Sunday at 9:30am Sunday at 11am

Feb. 4 & 5 Sharon K. Dianne T. Kerri C. Karen H.Feb. 12 — Coral O. — —

Feb. 18 & 19 Sue E. Sharon E. Donna L. Crystal A.Ash Wed., Feb. 22 6:00pm – Twyla S. 7:30pm – Janet E.

Feb. 26 — Diane L. — —

AVI Techs for AVI Techs for FFEBRUARYEBRUARYSaturday, Feb. 4 — Scott H. � Sunday, Feb. 5 — Ryan S.

Saturday, Feb. 11 — Steve M. � Sunday, Feb. 12 — Tom G.Saturday, Feb. 18 — Tami M. � Sunday, Feb. 19 — Tom B.Saturday, Feb. 25 — Scott H. � Sunday, Feb. 26 — Kevin K.

Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22: 6:00pm _____ and 7:30pm _____Midweek Lent (Wed.), Feb. 29 (7:00pm) _____

Volunteers & Substitutes, remember to help each other out with trades & coverage!** Thanks to everyone for your help with worship services! **** Thanks to everyone for your help with worship services! **Are you interested in AVI? No experience is necessary!Are you interested in AVI? No experience is necessary!

Contact Tami in the office.Contact Tami in the office.

Sound TechsSound TechsFeb. 5 – Chuck H.Feb. 12 – John M.Feb. 19 – Corby K.Feb. 26 – Steve J.* Thank You for your * Thank You for your continuing faithful service! *continuing faithful service! *

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We are grateful for the sharing of your time, talents, & treasures!

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Would you like to ensure that you receive an accurate record of your yearly giving

to/through Holy Cross?Be sure you are using your offering envelopes

(with your unique identification number) for our records.

Please contact the front office ([email protected])

if you need to be assigned a number and/or receive your offering envelopes!

Have you ever wanted to officially be a part of the Holy Cross Family?

Please RSVP to the church office if you plan on attending – So that we are sure to have enough goodies for everyone!

This is your chance to do just that!We will be having a New Member Class on Tuesday, March 13 (6:30pm – 8:30pm).

Come & hear about all the exciting ministries happening at Holy Cross, get a tour of the building, and meet other individuals & families

that are new to our family too!

Numerous visitors attend worship, as well as Holy Cross Members’ families & friends...

What a great way to welcome those who choose to worship with us!

Please consider being a Worship Assistantat a service of your choice.

Sign-up sheets can be found in the Narthex, or you can contact the office to see how you

can be involved in making our guests feel welcome here!~ Communion Assistants ~

Help the Worship Leaders distribute Holy Communion.~ Ushers/Greeters ~

Greet & provide direction for people attending worship.~ Readers (New Opportunities) ~

Read the First Lesson for the service of your choice.(The First Lesson can be emailed to you prior to the weekend.)

The First Lesson will be read weekly for the 8am service; it will be read for the other services when Communion is not served.

If this is your first time helping, please contact the office for instructions.

Please stay connected & complete a change-of-address form found in the pews.

You will be saving us money by reducing our return-postage fees!

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DDOO Y YOUOU P PREFERREFER E ELECTRONICLECTRONIC D DOCUMENTSOCUMENTS??You can ‘opt’ to have the monthly CROSSFORMATION newsletter

delivered to you via email or go online to view and/or download your own copy!Please let us know, and we can discontinue sending

your paper copy – which will save Holy Cross in postage fees!

Join a wonderfully dynamic & dedicated group of volunteers...The Assembly Team meets every month to put together

the CROSSFORMATION newsletter to be sent out to members & friends of Holy Cross.

There is no “set” commitment, you can come when you are able!If you’d like to be a part of this, please contact the office or show up

for the next meeting on Thursday, February 23rd at 1:00pm.

PressPress Buttons,Buttons, HelpHelp ServeServeIf you have an interest in technology,

please don't hesitate to try becoming an AVI or Sound tech!

No experience is necessary —only a desire to help with worship services!

Contact the front office at [email protected] or call 362-1947.

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GG IFTINGIFTING OOPTIONSPTIONSCCONSIDERONSIDER AA GG IFTIFT THATTHAT LLASTSASTS FFOREVEROREVER !!While there are many opportunities to fulfill the mission of

Holy Cross Lutheran Church, some opportunities call formonies not available from our regular giving to the Mission& Ministry or Building Mortgage & Maintenance Funds. Justa few examples of those are “Dollars for Scholars” or “Quilters” and “Prayer Shawl” ministries.The Holy Cross EENDOWMENTNDOWMENT F FUNDUND allows the church

to enhance the mission outreach and ministry of the congregation. The good news is that the funds given to the EENDOWMENTNDOWMENT F FUNDUND are perpetual funds, which means theprincipal is never spent! Only the earnings can be distributed. So when you give to the EENDOWMENTNDOWMENT F FUNDUND, your monies continues to support the mission and ministryof Holy Cross FOREVER.FOREVER.

To give to the EENDOWMENTNDOWMENT F FUNDUND, just specify “EENDOWMENTNDOWMENT F FUNDUND”

under “Other” option on your offering envelope.

TEXT Your Offering!HOW?

Visit the church website WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGlocate the “Donate online!” link on the left-hand side,

then complete an online profile & check the “Opt In” box.After opting in, texting donations to Holy Cross is quick & easy...

Find them in the monthly CrossFormation newsletters!

ALWAYS AVAILABLE...SIMPLY GIVING®(An automated way of giving)It’s free to you & to Holy Cross!You may pick up a form at the kiosk

or enroll online from the Holy Cross website using the “donate online” link on the left side.a simple choice; a generous response

WWW.THRIVENT.COM/COMMUNITY/OUTREACH/GIVING/SIMPLYGIVING/INDEX.HTML

THRIVENT “CHOICE DOLLARS”Can Be Directed to Holy Cross!For those who own any Thrivent products (e.g., insurance, annuities, & more), you are invited to pick up a flyer from the kiosk or visit WWW.THRIVENT.COM/THRIVENTCHOICE/PROGRAM/DOLLARS_DETAILS/INDEX.HTMLBy following the instructions found, you can direct “CHOICE DOLLARS” to Holy Cross each month!

Looking for a little something yummy on your Sunday mornings??

On Sunday, January 29th,we will be serving donuts & treats in the Coffee Shop area again.

So come & get a little sugar before you head into the Congregational Meeting!

On Sunday, February 12, starting at 8:30am until the batter runs out...

the Property Team, along with several other men from Holy Cross, will be hosting a PancakeBreakfast!So come hungry to church and bring your friends & families too!

Proceeds from the donuts & Pancake Breakfast

will go toward helping our kids go on their mission trip to New Orleans this summer!

Thank you in advance for your support!!!

Want to Add a Little Color to Your Dreary Winter?The New Orleans kids will be selling flamingos by the flock,

or by themselves, that you can have sent to the yards and offices of your neighbors, friends, and families.If you want to send a flock or a bird,

stop by their table on Sunday mornings or Saturday nights and let’s get those flamingos flying!

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Pastor’s CornerParish Study for a Senior Pastor

Winter AlertsLife TransitionsFaith & Fellowship EventsYour Family Your Faith: Christian Ed

Upcoming Lenten Events & Activities

Youth News & More Youth News

Milestones at Holy CrossGrowing along the Journey: Adult Ed

Music NotesPreschool Extended-Care, & Summer Camps Registration

Caring MinistriesBehind the ScenesWays to Become Involved & More Ways to Become Involved

Gifting OptionsFebruary Calendar insert

SSERVICEERVICE OFOF HHEALINGEALING & P& PRAYERRAYER

—— LLENTENENTEN NNOTESOTES : U: UPP & C& COMINGOMING EEVENTSVENTS ——

Jesus said, “Come to me all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

You are invited to attend a Service of Healing & Prayer, Sunday, February 19 at 7:00pm

in the Holy Cross Chapel.Come...pray for yourself or others – and with others.

This is an intentional time of reflective worship in Word and in prayer.

Please feel free to invite your loved ones and friends.

What’s Inside???What’s Inside???

“Broadway & Worship” – Feb. 10 (7:00pm)“A night of musical theatre” that blends Broadway hits into a worship service

Shrove “Fat” Tuesday – Feb. 21Spaghetti Dinner & Art Gallery (6:00pm) & Talent Show (7:00pm)

Ash Wednesday – Feb. 22Worship Services with Holy Communion (7:00am, 6:00pm, 7:30pm)

Midweek Lent Soup Suppers & Services – Feb. 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28Soup Suppers (5:00–6:45pm) & Worship Services (7:00pm)

Details for each can be found on page 5.Holy Week & Easter events will be announced soon...

February 2012 CrossFormation Newsletter

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