November 2011 CrossFormation Newsletter

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF HHOLYOLY CCROSSROSS LLUTHERANUTHERAN CCHURCHHURCH NOVEMBER 2011

Information and invitation to guide you in your faith journey

Dear friends in the faith,I hope this latest newsletter finds you well and staying warm in the midst of chillier days. Things

at Holy Cross are as busy as ever as we continue to move forward in ministry! There have beensome exciting things happening at Holy Cross lately, and I wanted you to know about them...

� We had a meeting for adults and kids interested in New Orleans. We have 40 people nowregistered to go, 30 of which are from Holy Cross (the other 10 are from Hill City, PastorCraig Wexler’s congregation)!

� The preschoolers and extended-care kids have filled our building during the week with energy and love...it is so fun to see them learn and grow!

� The W/ELCA ladies hosted a lovely brunch where we were entertained by the HallelujahHooligans. Those present had a hand-clapping, foot-stomping good time!

� The Adult Ed classes that are offered are helping our adults deepen their faith and strengthentheir relationship with God and each other. Currently our learners are discussing a GerhardForde book, Pastor Dave will be leading a class in November on Job. and several parentingclasses are being offered!

� The church is alive and hopping...especially on Wednesday Nights and Sunday mornings! It isgreat to walk by the Gathering Area and see it full of kids, singing and learning about Jesus,or to hear about their latest science experiments and art projects!

� There have been youth singing with Hope & Praise, and little kids found singing in the halls.The Adult Choir is having a blast, and the Bells are enjoying having a permanent setup in theSanctuary!

� People have been hanging out on Sundays in the new Coffee Shop, spending time talkingand drinking coffee. The latest record for chairs around one of the tables is 9...come join usand make it higher this week!

As I reflect on the last few months, and the roller coaster ride it has been, I am reminded againjust how blessed we are here. All we need to do is open our eyes and look around, and we can seehow God is at work in and amongst us. Whether you were here last week, or haven’t been here formonths, I hope you can come join the fun soon!

Grace and peace, Pastor Amy Eisenmann

AANN AATTITUDETTITUDE OFOF GGRATITUDERATITUDE ......The Holy Cross building addition is complete.

It has been years of planning, praying, and building that has finally brought us to completion.

Many hands and hearts have worked together to discern what God wants for Holy Cross.It is with grateful hearts that we say “THANK YOU” for your donations of Wish List items,

time, support, and wisdom throughout this process.— The Holy Cross Staff & Leadership —

CCARIBOUARIBOU CCHATSHATSCross Formationis a monthly publication of

Holy Cross Lutheran Church.Deadline for the December 2011 issue is: Monday, November 14 by noon.

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

Ministry Directors & Support StaffAdult & Caring Ministries .................................Angie Smith, AiMChildren’s Ministry ...........................................................Amy CaubleCommunication Coordinator....................................Tami MatsonFinance Coordinator ...................................................Mike DircksenMusic Ministries ............................................................Rachael FodePreschool Director.......................................................Tricia MurphyTechnical Coordinator .................................................Jason KlimesYouth Ministry Associate............................................Jessie DavisEnvironmental Specialists ...........................Tim Christopherson............................................................Jerry & Donna ChristophersonCircle of Prayer Leaders .........................................Pam Dircksen,......................................................Joan Noerenberg, Donna Rearick,.....................................................................................Deb ThormodsgardMusic Coordinators .......................Shawn Cable, Cheryl Ziegler......................................Sonia Bury, Becky Covert, & Anita RandallVisitation Ministers..............................Katie Harms, Joan Noerenberg,.....................................................................................Jim Reich, & Nicole Sanderson,.................................................................................Jeanine Thomas, & Julie ThomasMissionaries ......................................................................Dr. Jim & Carolyn Brown

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...605-362-1971Email...............................................INFO@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGPastor Dave Johnson [email protected] Amy Eisenmann [email protected] Smith, AiM............................ANGIES@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGAmy Cauble............................................AMYC@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, South Dakota.Distributed to members and others upon request.If you have material you wish to share,please contact the church office, 362-1947.

Page 2 Cross FormationBe sure to contact the office to schedule a baptism, a wedding, or any event.#605-362-1947 or [email protected]

One of the things I enjoy most in minstry is finding time to spend with people, just talking, hearing about their lives, their joys, their struggles, and praying together too.For the month of November, For the month of November,

on Wednesday mornings from 10am-Noon, on Wednesday mornings from 10am-Noon, I will be at the Caribou Coffee shop I will be at the Caribou Coffee shop

in the Empire Mallin the Empire Mallfor anyone who would like to come join me for a good cup of coffee and conversation.So come, with your story to tell, or your pictures of your kids or grandkids, or your questions, and we will just have some time hanging out and getting to know each other better.

Questions?Text me at 218/290.3981See you at the ’Bou!Pastor Amy Eisenmann

Births...Cylar Nathaniel Carlson (son of Sarah & Scott)...Bryar Horn (son of Kara & Ryan)...Beckett Matthew Keegan (son of Melanie & Matt)...Kaitlyn Renee Williams (daughter of Tammi & Eric)Baptisms...Adeli Ryan Gillis (daughter of Ryan & Jessica)...Marcus Elliott Olson (son of Shane & Shauna)...Brekkyn Karla Quigley (daughter of Justin & Jessica)...Braylen Andrew Rose (son of Andy & Alysha)...Benjamin John Schock (son of Matthew & Annie)...Briley Jean Wolf (daughter of Nathan & Amber)Weddings...Krista Hohn & Jerrod Mann...Shauna Olson & Shane OlsonSympathy for the Families of......Sharon Flatequal, sister of Kathy (Charlie) Ruud...Grace E. Hanson, mother of Julie Sprecher...Landon Hargreaves, infant son of Ashley & Wade, brother of Logan, Lydia, & Lauren

Life Transitions...Life Transitions...

AARERE YYOUOU HHUNGRYUNGRY SSUNDAYUNDAY MMORNINGSORNINGS??The kids & adults that are heading to New Orleans arebringing their yummiest treats to the new Coffee Shop

area at church on FamilyWorshipWeekends.So whether before worship or after, come grab a free cup of coffee,

purchase a treat to support our kids, and spend time in fellowship with one another!

Thanks for your support, as we work to earn the money needed to go to the National Youth Gathering next summer!

FFOODOOD TOTO Y YOUOU C COLLECT IONSOLLECT IONSItems to be collected for the following months:~ November ~ November —— Tuna & Tuna Helper ~Tuna & Tuna Helper ~

~ December ~ December —— Mac & Cheese ~Mac & Cheese ~Collection bins are now located

in the hallway across from the Fellowship Hall.Please contact Tami Matson ([email protected])with any questions about the program or how to help out.

Holy Cross collected a total of 39 cans of Hearty Soup in September!We also collected 18 full Hygiene Packs,

along with separate items to make more Hygiene packs:Toilet Paper (3); Soap (2); Toothpaste (5)

Faith & Fellowship EventsFaith & Fellowship Events

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. November 2011 Page 3

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!)Holy Cross collected a total of 4 containers of detergent

– an item not covered by Food Stamps...TTHANKHANK YYOUOU HHOLYOLY CCROSSROSS FORFOR THETHE GGENEROUSENEROUS GG IVINGIVING ININ SSEPTEMBEREPTEMBER!!!!!!

PPLEASELEASE CONSIDERCONSIDER DISTRIBUTINGDISTRIBUTING ATAT PPEACEEACE –– CCONTACTONTACT TTAMIAMI MMATSONATSON ..

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

WOMEN AT THE WELLBible StudyPastor Amy & the ladies of this Bible Study invite you to join them at Perkins near Carmike 7 Theater everyThursday morning at 6:30am.

FRIDAY GUYS

Bible StudyPastor Dave & the men

of this Bible Study invite you to jointhem at Fryin’ Pan on 41st Street

every Friday at 6:30am.

Fellowship & Studies at Holy Cross:

W/ELCAW/ELCANovember 17 at 7:00pm in the Fireside Room

WWOMENOMEN ’’SS BB IBLEIBLE SSTUDYTUDYmeets November 9 (not 23)

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

SS AV I N GAV I N G GG R A C ER A C E WW O M E NO M E N ’’ SS A AA Ameets Mondays at 6:00pm in the Fireside room.

For more information call: 359-7247. Childcare provided!Scrapbookin’ & Stampin’Scrapbookin’ & Stampin’ meets on Friday, November 11

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.

THETHE 20112011 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 the flowers, and have them delivered to the Church Office

by noon on the Fridaybefore your chosen weekend.

Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (W/ELCA) meets every 3rd Thursday of each month

in the Fireside Room at 7:00pm. AA LLLL WOMENWOMEN OFOF THETHE ELCA ELCA AREARE MEMBERSMEMBERS OFOF W/ELCA!W/ELCA!We have a Bible study with a short business meeting and refreshments.

Our current Bible study is from “COUPLES OF THE OLD TESTAMENT”,by Dale & Sandy Larsen – a Life Guide Bible Study.

Please review Chapter 7: “David & Abigail” prior to the meeting on November 17.

Books are available at CROSSROADS BOOK & MUSIC STORE ($8 at 3900 S Westport Ave).Contact Twyla Sine (361-2992 or [email protected]) with any questions.

Quilters meet the 3rd Monday of each month:Quilters meet the 3rd Monday of each month:November 21 from 7November 21 from 7––9pm in the Fellowship Hall.9pm in the Fellowship Hall.

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.

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Children’s Quote of the Month:Children’s Quote of the Month:“I was just having so much fun!”

Your Family...Your Family...November is often the time we focus on gratefulness for all we have been given.

Please allow me to say “THANK YOU” for your openness and support in fulfillingthe mission of our Christian Education programs: to create and nourish an excitementfor life-long learning about Jesus Christ and His church. Please take a moment to enjoy a story that reveals just how excited children are about Jesus Christ and His church...A young child needed to leave the Sunday School class a bit early one day. He

and his dad were walking out of the room and into an empty hallway. I was fortunate to turn the corner at just the right time and to hear this comment: “I was just having so much fun!” He went on totell his father about all the activities he had done and the story he had learned that morning, all as hewas grinning and bouncing down the hall with his father. So much was said about Holy Cross in theword and actions of this small child – he felt comfortable, he felt happy, and he felt welcomed atSunday School. Thank you for your support of this ministry.

~ Amy Cauble

Looking for a great Christmas gift?

How about a new book written by Tom Roberts entitled,

“The Little Lost Sock”?“The Little Lost Sock”?

A simple yet poignant story of hope, the power of faith, and how true friendship can make a positive difference in the life of another. This latest story by Mr. Roberts is a poetic fable about a lonely misplaced sock

searching for purpose. After an unsuccessful attempt to receive help from other lost souls,the sock finds meaning through friendship with a book – a very special book!

The author will be visiting Holy Cross during worship services to read & signhis new book the weekend fo December 10 & 11.

All proceeds will benefit Children’s Home Society of SD.Also for sale will be Mr. Robert’s previous books “Santa’s Prayer” and “‘Twas the Night Before Christ.”

DDURINGURING THETHE AADVENTDVENT SSEASONEASON TTHISHIS YYEAREARMM IDWEEKIDWEEK SSSS CCLASSROOMLASSROOM AACTIVITIESCTIVITIES WILLWILL BEBE HELDHELD

...for children ages 3 years through 4th grade.

Plan to attend classes at 5:30-6:30pm, then stay for Soup Supper in the Fellowship Hall and Worship at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

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...Your Faith...Your FaithNO 5:30NO 5:30PMPM M M IDWEEKIDWEEK SS C SS CLASSESLASSES —— N NOVOV. 23. 23

Please attend Thanksgiving Worship at 7:00pm Please attend Thanksgiving Worship at 7:00pm with your family...Stay for the pie served with your family...Stay for the pie served after worship in the Fellowship Hall.after worship in the Fellowship Hall.

SUNDAY SCHOOLAND

CONFIRMATIONQUICK REFERENCE

CLASS DATES TO KNOW:NNOO M M IDWEEKIDWEEK C CLASSESLASSESTTHANKSGIVINGHANKSGIVING H HOLIDAYOLIDAY::Wednesday, Nov. 23Wednesday, Nov. 23(preschool – 12th grade)

Attend Thanksgiving worship at 7:00pm with your family (with PIE afterwards)!FFAMILYAMILY W WORSHIPORSHIP

WWEEKENDEEKEND ::Sat. & Sun., Nov. 26 & 27Sat. & Sun., Nov. 26 & 27No classroom SS (Nov. 27) & Midweek SS (Nov. 30);

Attend worship with your family!

CCHRISTMASHRISTMAS P PROGRAMROGRAMPPRACTICERACTICE ::

Saturday, Dec. 10Saturday, Dec. 109:30am–11:30am

for 1st–4th grade onlyCCHRISTMASHRISTMAS P PROGRAMSROGRAMS ::

Sunday, Dec. 11Sunday, Dec. 11PPRESCHOOLRESCHOOL & K & K INDERGARTENINDERGARTEN

CCHRISTMASHRISTMAS P PROGRAMSROGRAMS~ 9:30-SS at 9:30am service;

~ 11-SS & Midweek SS at 11:00am service

11STST-4-4THTH C CHRISTMASHRISTMAS P PROGRAMROGRAM(“L(“LOSOS P POSADASOSADAS”)”)

ALL SS & Midweek SS at 2:00pm

CCONFIRMATIONONFIRMATIONSSTUDENTSTUDENTS

*(5*(5THTH––88THTH GGRADERSRADERS)*)*REMEMBER:REMEMBER:

As a part of the ConfirmationProgram, during the AdventSeason (Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21),you will meet in the Sanctuary

at 7:00 pm for worship with your family

instead of the classrooms during the regular class times.

SOUPSOUP WW ILLILL BBEE SSERVEDERVEDIINSTEADNSTEAD OFOF PP IZZAIZZA DDURINGURINGTHETHE SSEASONEASON OFOF ADVENT.ADVENT.

Stay warm on those cold winter nightswith a bowl of homemade soup, delicious bread, and the fellowship

of friends & family.Please join us for Soup Suppers followed by an Advent Service:—— Weds., Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21Weds., Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21 ——Soup served from 5:30–6:45 pm.

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

WWOULDOULD YOUYOU LIKELIKE TOTO HELPHELPWITHWITH SSUNDAYUNDAY SSCHOOLCHOOL

ASAS AA SUBSTITUTESUBSTITUTE TEACHERTEACHER??The Sunday School children are in need of caring adults

who can jump in and lead a class at a moment’s notice!

We are entering the time of year when colds & flu begin.There are times when lead teachers cannot be here due to illness.

Substitute leaders would be given the lesson plan on Saturday evening or Sunday morning, then lead the activities in the lesson.

All materials prepared & ready for you when you arrive on Sunday.

If you are interested in being placed on a list of “on-call” teachers, please contact Amy Cauble.


CCOMEOME H HUNGRYUNGRY & S & SUPPORTUPPORT Y YOUROUR F FRIENDSRIENDS!!The crew going to New Orleans

is going to be selling treats (think donuts, cookies, etc.)at each Family Worship Weekend Service.

So come & support our crew, & get your yummy treats on Nov. 27th!

Youth NewsYou Planned It; You Planned It;

Now Come Experience It!Now Come Experience It!Wednesday Night Live in November, Wednesday Night Live in November,

we will be having the events that YOU have planned.we will be having the events that YOU have planned.* B r i n g y o u r f r i e n d s t o j o i n t h e f u n ! *

Nov. 2 — Teamwork : He lp u s t o make t he l a r ge s t banana sp l i t Ho l y C r o s s ha se ve r bu i l t !

Nov. 9 — God W i l l See Us Th rough : Watch i ng pa r t s o f “ T he B l i nd S i de”and ea t i n g p opco rn !

Nov. 16 — You Can ’ t H ide f rom God : The u l t ima te , f u l l - b u i l d i ng game o fsa r d i ne s . . .w i t h p i z z a d e l i v e r ed j u s t f o r y ou ! ! !

Nov. 23 — NO Wednesday N igh t L i ve — Thanksg i v i ng Eve Worsh ip a t 7: 00pm —

Nov. 30 — Midweek Adven t Worsh ip Se r v i ce a t 7: 00pm —

November November YOUTH TEAM Meeting: Thurs., Nov. 17 at 6:30pm in the Youth Zone

New Youth Team members are always welcome!

WWANTANT T T IMEIME TOTO J JUSTUST H HANGANG O OUTUT ININ THETHE Y YOUTHOUTH Z ZONEONE??“Donuts & Chat” is for anyone

grades 5th-12th.Come to the Youth Zone

Sunday mornings (9:30-11:00am):Challenge your friends to ping-pong, air hockey, foosball, or basketball!

For more information regarding any YOUTH & Confirmation events, contact Pastor Amy at 362.1947 or email her at [email protected].

UPCOMING DATES TO KNOW:Wed., Nov. 23:

No Classes or W.N.L. –Thanksgiving Eve Worship

at 7:00pm –Wed., Nov. 30:

No Classes or W.N.L. –Soup Supper at 5:30pm–

–Midweek Advent at 7:00pm–

We N e e d Y O U ! ! !W e N e e d Y O U ! ! !Do you have a fun idea for a Youth event that you want to see happen at Holy Cross?Do you want to help and make it happen?We are inviting youth & parents of all ages

to come join us at our November Youth Team Meeting to help us brainstorm for 2012.

We will be meeting on Thurs., Nov. 17 at 6:30pm...Come to the Youth Zone; hope to see you there!


Music Notes Music Notes from Rockin’ Rachaelfrom Rockin’ Rachael

HH O L YO L Y C C R O S SR O S S I I SS P P R O U DR O U D T OT O O O F F E RF F E R AA C C H O I RH O I R F O RF O R E E V E R YV E R Y A A G EG E !!C A L E N D A R S A R E A V A I L A B L E O NT H E M U S I C B U L L E T I N B O A R D !

If you are interested, or know someone who might be,

in joining a choir, please contact Rachael Fode.

You can also attend one of the regularly scheduled

practices, shown to the right.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

NN O V E M B E RO V E M B E R 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., Nov. 2, 9, 16 ~ ALL choirs rehearse

Sun., Nov. 20 ~ Youth choirs sing/play in worship:Tiny Tunes & Half Notes sing at 9:30am

Mustard Seeds & 7th-8th Praise Band sing/play at 11amWed., Nov. 23 ~ NO choirs rehearse

Wed., Nov. 30 ~ Bells at 6pm; Adult Choir at 7:45pm; NO Youth choirs

Do you have a gift you’d like to share for worship?Contact Rachael Fode, Director of Music Ministries([email protected]), with questions & ideas.

If you are interested in leading

Sunday School Music,

we still have one opening

for Preschool-Kindergarten

on Sunday mornings at 9:30-9:45.

Talk to Amy C. or Rachael

for more information!

CCHRISTMASHRISTMAS E EVEVE (S (SATURDAYATURDAY, D, DECEC. 24. 24THTH))CCANDLELIGHTANDLELIGHT W WORSHIPORSHIP S SERVICESERVICES::3:00 pm — Contemporary Service led by Hope & Praise Band

5:00 pm — Contemporary Service led by Hope & Praise Band

7:00 pm — Contemporary Service led by Day6 Band

10:00 pm Traditional Service with Holy Communion led by Classic Gathering Musicians

CCHILDRENHILDREN’’SS C CHRISTMASHRISTMAS

PPRACTICESRACTICES & P & PROGRAMSROGRAMS

Mark Your Calendars:

Questions? Contact Rachael Fode (RACHAEL [email protected]) or Amy Cauble ([email protected]) or call 362-1947.

9:30 (pre-K) StudentsSing during 9:30amWorship Service on December 1111:30 (pre-K) StudentsSing during 11:00amWorship Service on December 11Midweek (pre-K) SS

StudentsSing during 11:00amWorship Service on December 11

ALL 1st-4th SS StudentsMandatory Dress Rehearsal

on Sat., Dec. 12 (9:30-11:30am)

ALL 1st-4th SS StudentsSing at 2:00pm on December 11Adult & Bell Choirs Advent Festival Adult & Bell Choirs Advent Festival –– Dec. 17 & 18 Dec. 17 & 18

Join us during any of the four worship services (6pm, 8am, 9:30am, 11am) on Dec. 17 & 18 for a meaningful service of Hope & Light, reminding us of why Christmas is so joyful.

The Adult & Bell Choirs will help lead the congregation through song & scripture.Don’t miss this beautiful service of hope & remembrance!

Christmas Day (Dec. 25) Carol Services8:00am & 9:30am (no 11:00am service)Join us for a service of carols at either worship service!


“Do to others as you would have them do to you.” Luke 6:31Growing along the JourneyGrowing along the JourneyNNOVEMBEROVEMBER AADULTDULT EEDUCATIONDUCATION

AreAre YouYou LookingLooking forfor aa “Core-Course”“Core-Course” BibleBible Study?Study?One is offered on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in Room S101 (south of the Young & Restless Room).

No experience is necessary as, together, we study the Word of God through our “Lutheran lenses.”Learn what it means to say, “Scripture interprets you; you don’t interpret scripture.”

Bring your own Bible or use one that will be available. Led by Angie Smith.

SundaySunday MorningsMornings atat 9:309:30 inin thethe FiresideFireside Room:Room:� November 6: “1 Corinthians” ~ On the first

Sunday of every month we will examine the correspondence from the apostle Paul to the earlychurch in Corinth. This study examines some of the “big questions” the church faced, and that we still facetoday. Study led by Julie Thomas.

� November 13: “The Great Recovery” ~ The pasttwo years have been hard economically, and many arehurting. Join Rick Cerkowniak, Jerry Leisinger, & CorbyKasten for The Great Recovery. It starts with faith. Itstarts with action. It starts with you. VisitWWW.THEGREATRECOVERY.COM for more information.

� November 20: “Learning to Live Life Barefoot”~ Ever wonder how the mind of a toddler works?Wonder what they understand and what they don’t?Wonder how to teach them about how much God lovesthem? Come join Pastor Amy as she shares with ussome thoughts from her thesis: “Learning to Live LifeBarefoot: Spiritual Formation in 0-3 Year Olds.” Whetheryou are a parent of a toddler, a grandparent, or justsomeone who loves kids, this class is for you!NO Adult Ed in the Fireside Room Nov. 27th!

SundaySunday MorningsMornings atat 9:309:30 inin RoomRoom W101:W101:� November 6: “Being Bullied...and Being aBully: Help for Parents” ~ Across the country, wehave seen & heard the stories of bullies & their victims.Robin Krommendyk, teacher & member of Holy Cross,leads a discussion on helpful support for parents whosechildren are being bullied (and how to know if they are),and also help for parents of bullies.

� November 13: “Special Abilities Parent GroupPresents – The SD Parent Connection” ~ Lisa Sanderson, SD Parent Connection, will share themission to connect families caring for children (birth to 26) with the full range of disabilities or special healthcare needs (including emotional/behavioral, learning,physical, & mental health) to information, training andresources in an environment of support, hope, & respect.

� November 20: “Financial Peace University”Preview ~ Holy Cross is hosting FPU starting inJanuary 2012. Come to this preview to learn more about this program from the leaders: Rick Cerkowniak,Jerry Leisinger, & Corby Kasten. FPU consists of a 13-week video curriculum that incorporates small-groupdiscussions that empowers & teaches you to make theright money decisions to achieve your financial goals.The course includes practical lessons on eliminatingdebt, building wealth, giving like never before, andmuch, much more!NO Adult Ed in Room W101 Nov. 27th!

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, ex-plore the ways God is at work in the lives of parents and their children, and talk about the challenges and opportunities of theChristian 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 achance to connect with other adults & parents. If you have any questions about ADULT EDUCATION events,

HOSPITAL / HOME VISITS, & CARING MINISTRIES, at Holy Cross, please contact Angie Smith:

[email protected] or 362-1947.

A SA STUDYTUDY ININ J JOBOB ......WITHWITH P PASTORASTOR D DAVEAVE !!On Wednesday, Nov. 2, 9 & 16 (6:30-7:30pm), Pastor Dave will lead a 3-week study of the Old Testament book of Job.

The Scottish essayist, Thomas Carlyle said about Job: "It is the greatest thing ever written with pen."Job deals with the age-old question, "If God is just and good, why do the innocent suffer and the guilty thrive?"Consider reading the book, "When Bad Things Happen to Good People," by Harold Kushner; however, this is not required.

Please sign up at the kiosk if you plan to attend. Bring your Bibles & questions.


Caring MinistriesCaring Ministries

WWHATHAT DDOESOES IITT TTAKEAKE TOTO BBUILDUILD AA CCHURCHHURCH LL IBRARYIBRARY??IT TAKES PLANNING TO BUILD A CHURCH LIBRARY — no matter how big or small.

The Adult Ed Team has created policies and procedures in its mission to “provide a repository ofmaterials intended to nurture the Christian faith of members and friends of Holy Cross LutheranChurch.” To this end, print materials are selected to:

1) Be consistent with our Lutheran identity and Lutheran Confessions;2) Strengthen the education programs of the church and aid in Bible study;3) Empower individuals and families to grow in their understanding of being in relationship with God and with one another;

4) Help children and youth in their faith development;5) Inform about social issues of the times;6) Aid all ages in the wholesome use of leisure time;7) Facilitate the communication of congregational/synodical information; and8) Provide practical resources for parents, grandparents, godparents and the entire family.

With these policies in place, the Adult Ed Team is asking for your support. Through book donationsand financial gifts, the team can move forward in creating the library that meets the needs of our unique congregation and community. Donations of material are accepted with the understanding thatthe team will use their discretion in placement of the material. If the Library declines donated materials, the donor has the choice of keeping the item(s) or giving them to the church to be donatedelsewhere and/or possibly sold at a book sale.It is the team’s goal to have the library fully “stocked” and ready for use when the 2012 budget

is in place, shortly after the first of the year. If you have questions or wish to make book donations,please contact Angie Smith or a member of the Adult Education Team (Pam Strohm, Chair).

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

If you would like a visit from one of the pastors, be sure to inform the 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 Teammember(s) will know that you have been hospitalized.

““Circle of PrayerCircle of Prayer” and ” and ““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 thepews or call/email Angie Smith at the church office.

NEW!NEW!A HA HOMEOME VV ISITATIONISITATION TTEAMEAM

Would you be interested in visiting or assisting home-bound members of our faith community?

Several of them do not drive & are in need of assistance with errands.

In accordance with our “Reducing the Risk” policy, participants are asked to have been a member or regular attendee for a minimum of six months

& complete a standard “Reducing the Risk” background check that all HC volunteers complete.

A one-time training event will be offered for all participants to ensure consistency & provide an opportunity to match people with needs.

If you are interested & would like more information, please contact Angie Smith.

If you are someone who needs assistance and/or would appreciate an occasional visit at your home, please contact Angie as well.

MMEMBERSEMBERS OFOF H HOLYOLY C CROSSROSS& F& FAMILYAMILY W WELLNESSELLNESS ::

You are invited to join in on a “Walk-n-Talk” opportunity.

Sundays at 3:00pm, starting Nov. 6

at Family WellnessNo sign up –

nothing for you to do but show up & walk!


Just a Few Words...Just a Few Words...

Grace to you and peace!The past thirty days has offered me time to pause and ponder upon the multitude of

transforming experiences we shared through the years. Indeed God is good!Indeed God is good!The mission and ministry woven by the Holy Spirit working in and through Staff and

leadership has and will forever be the guiding light upon which this congregation is led.Words are not enough to express how honored and blessed I am to have been yourpastor. When I close my eyes and recall the shape of ministry 11 and 1/2 years ago andwere we are today...WOW...the “transforming power of the Holy Spirit” has been active(to say the least)! Looking into God’s future bodes well for Holy Cross! I can’t imaginethe foundational couture of the ministry to come. Indeed God is good!Indeed God is good!Reflecting back to my farewell worship services, there are so many people and

reasons to which I extend my sincere “thank you”:� The beautiful flowers adorning the altar� The congregational signing of the “Reverend” Dr. Seuss’ book “Oh, the Places...”� The worship experience at each service with their own unique “touch”...� The farewell and celebration video humbling and “embarrassing” at the same time!!!� The laying on of hands as a sending, presided over by Susan Marone on behalf of the South Dakota Synod

� The “Litany of Farewell” offered by Reverend Dr. Richard Swanson� The multitude of banana cream pies shared by and with the congregation� The cards, gifts and expressions of love both physical and by word-of-mouth were emotionally packed...

� The gift of time-away offered by Team Leadership� ...and last, but certainly not least, the Staff, leadership and various team membersand individuals who gave of their time and talents to create a celebratory venue to express gratitude to God for the ministry we’ve shared!

I’m certain to have forgotten someone or something to thank – please know I’m emotionally moved and eternallygrateful for everything each of you havedone for me and my awesome family.You have my ongoing thoughts andprayers as ministry evolves and is shapedby the hand of God working through themembers and friends of Holy CrossLutheran Church!

Peace to you!Pastor Tim– Psalm 121 –

Our coffee shop is ready for you to use anytime – not just on Sundays...

Have a lunch meeting at Holy Cross, meet an old (or new) friend

for a cup of coffee, or just come for a change of scenery

from your desk at work.

All are welcome; the door is open!All are welcome; the door is open!

November is a month we take time to step back and think of things we are thankful for.

We will soon be talking about Thanskgiving and what it means to be thankful.

To get an early start, I asked the Preschool Extended-Care children

what things they are thankful for.The things kids say... Priceless!!! ☺ Enjoy!


HHYY-V-VEEEE T TOTALSOTALSEach fall the preschool students/families areasked to seel Hy-Vee cards. The preschool usesHy-Vee card sales to purchase new curriculumand materials fo rthe classrooms and, in addition,is owrking toward creating an inviting outdoordiscover center for the children to explore andmove about developing skills on the North end ofthe building. The amount sold in the month ofSeptember by only the preschoolers is simply astonishing! In 2010 the preschool students sold$14,000. This year that number has made a hugeincrease, bringing the total to:

Fall Fundraiser: $19,9505% Profit for HCLP: $997.50Tricia Murphy, Preschool Director

2011-12 Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool & Extended-Care Calendar can be found at WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORG.

Preschool & Extended-Care ParadePreschool & Extended-Care Parade...that the kingdom of God belongs.” —Mark 10:14

Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool & Extended-CareTricia Murphy, Preschool Director1300 S Sertoma Ave, Sioux Falls SD 57106605/362.1947TRICIAM@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGWWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORG

(Click on the ‘preschool’ link.)

Do you have a gently used High Chair or Pack-N-Playyou no longer use or need?

The Toddler Program is need of each.If you have one

you wish to donate, please contact Tricia Murphy,

Preschool Director.

� I’m thankful for my toys & friends. ~ Jayla

� I’m thankful for mybooks. ~ Emma B

� I’m thankful for pumpkins. ~ Hayden

� I’m thankful you canshare stuff. ~ Averi

� I’m thankful for gettingnew shoes. ~ Ethan

� I’m thankful for mymama. ~ Anika

� I’m thankful for hugging(hugs). ~ Savannah

� I’m thankful for beingable to help my dad. ~ Weston

� I’m thankful for for toys. ~ Issac

� I’m thankful for a transformer. ~ Connor

� I’m thankful for sharing. ~ Jackson

� I’m thankful for turkey. ~ Evan John

� I’m thankful for toys. ~ Grant

� I’m thankful for money. ~ Addison

� I’m thankful that myfriends give me presents& that I sometimes havea wonderful day. ~ Cooper

� I’m thankful for strawberries ~ Emersyn

� I’m thankful for mymommy & daddy. ~ Miles

� I’m thankful for my dad.~ Mazie

� I’m thankful for cows. ~ Brylyn

� I’m thankful for my mom& dad. ~ Ella

� I’m thankful for blankie. ~ MacKenzie

� I’m thankful for my pillow.~ Sam

� I’m thankful for God. ~ Caden

� I’m thankful for show-n-tell. ~ Jake

� I’m thankful for God. ~ Noah

� I’m thankful for my blanket. ~ Austin

� I’m thankful for my food.~ Michael

� I’m thankful for my friend,Preston. ~ Isaac

� I’m thankful for grasshoppers. ~ Evan C

� I’m thankful for animals.~ Quinn

� I’m thankful for Elmo. ~ Ava

� I’m thankful for my bed. ~ Makenna

� I’m thankful for my mom& dad. ~ Jessa

HH O L YO L Y C C R O S SR O S S L L U T H E R A NU T H E R A N P P R E S C H O O LR E S C H O O LII SS T T R U L YR U L Y B B L E S S E DL E S S E D T OT O H H A V EA V E

PP E O P L EE O P L E L L I K EI K E Y Y O UO U !!Words cannot express how thankful we are for what you have given!� Dick & Joleen Peterson for the classroom materials and wooden blocks. The

combination of the wooden blocks and the amazing wood-working skills hascreated for the preschool children and excellent set of block they use each andevery day creating masterpieces by using their imagination and creativity.

� Don Vermundson for using your craftsmanship to build two perfect, child-sizedtables the children use each day as part of our daily schedule and curriculum.

� Jordan Lingo for the skill put toward building the preschoolers their very ownpuppet stand. There is a large importance in allowing children the opportunityto imagine and make-believe as part of their development.

� John Maursetter for the beautiful and unique pumpkins & gourds for the preschool and extended-care, as we enter the fall season. They have offered usmany learning opportuntities and hands-on-learning.

� Ryan Heinz & Braden Parks for their talent and time put toward building us 3 beautiful custom-made art shelves and 2 large, two-hinged block shelves, 8 wooden chairs, and a set of 5 lockers for our additional space and programming added this year. They are a great accent to the environment, creating a welcoming place for the children to explore and learn.

� Jacoby & Senger families for donating material and equipment supporting our curriculum and program.

TT H A N KH A N K YY O UO U . . .. . .HHYYVVEEEE UUPDATESPDATES AAMOUNTMOUNT S SOLDOLD/E/EARNEDARNED

LLASTAST SSCHOOLCHOOL YYEAREAR TTOTALSOTALS $ 83,675 / $ 4,183.75

OOCTOBERCTOBER $ 4,600 / $ 230.002011-12 YTD TOTALS2011-12 YTD TOTALS $ 29,525 / $ 1,476.25


DD IRECTIRECT “C “CHOICEHOICE D DOLLARSOLLARS” ” TOTO H HOLYOLY C CROSSROSS!!For those who own any Thrivent products, we invite you to pick up a brochure from our kiosk

or visit the website WWW.THRIVENT.COM/THRIVENTCHOICE/FILES/25951B.PDFThrivent has “DIRECT CHOICE DOLLARS” that each member can direct

to a Lutheran not-for-profit organization.By following the instructions found in the brochure or online, you can direct dollars to Holy Cross.If you have any questions, ask your Financial Associate or log on to THRIVENT.COM

Brochures are also available at the kiosk.

GG IFTINGIFTING OOPTIONSPTIONSEENDOWMENTNDOWMENT F FUNDUND FORFOR A ALLLL S SAINTSAINTS W WEEKENDEEKEND

( N( N O V E M B E RO V E M B E R 5 & 6 )5 & 6 )

Honor the saints in your life by giving to the Endowment Fund.

Your gift will last forever!Your gift will last forever!

The Holy Cross Endowment Fund allows the church to enhance the mission outreach and ministry of the congregation.

A few examples of those currently are “Dollars for Scholars” and “Quilters & Prayer Shawl” ministries.

The good news is that gifts to the Endowment Fund are perpetual, which means the principal is never spent.

Only the earnings can be distributed.Only the earnings can be distributed.

So when you give to the Endowment Fund, your gift continues to support the mission and ministry of Holy Cross ‘forever.’

To give to the Endowment Fund on All Saints Weekend, just specify “ENOWMENTFUND”on your offering envelope.

What a wonderful way to honor the saints in your live and give thanks to God for them.What a wonderful way to honor the saints in your live and give thanks to God for them.

OO FFER INGFFER ING TEXT TEXT INGING !!HOW?

Visit the church website WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH@ORGlocate the “Donate online!” link

on the left-hand side, then complete an online profile and check the “Opt In” box.

After opting in, texting donations to Holy Cross is quick & easy:

1. Text the message “Donate” along with the dollar amount and a 4-digit PIN.2. The donation is processed & electronically transmitted for deposit.3. The funds are electronically deposited directly into Holy Cross’ bank account.Pick up details at the kiosk in the narthex.

EENJOYNJOY THETHE CONVENIENCECONVENIENCEOFOF ELECTRONICELECTRONIC GIVINGGIVING

We want to remind you that we offer electronic giving as a way to automate your regular weekly offering. Electronic giving offers convenience for our members and much-neededdonation consistency for our congregation.

There are two ways to set up electronic donations. You canvisit the church website at WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORG, locate the donation link and follow the instructions or, if youwish, you can simply complete a paper authorization form for Simply Giving and return it to the church office.

As you contemplate future contributions, please considerelectronic giving. Authorization forms and additional information are available in the narthex. Thank you!Thank you!


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!

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!

MMOVINGOVING??

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!

Ways to Become InvolvedWays to Become Involved

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 Wednesday, November 23 at 10:00am.

NEW: A SATURDAY MORNINGNEW MEMBER CLASS:

SAT., NOV. 12 FROM 10AM–12PM.Sign up in the welcome pads in the pews, contact the office (call 362-1947 or email

[email protected]), or sign up on the kiosk.Childcare provided with RSVP.

PressPress Buttons,Buttons, HelpHelp ServeServe

If 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.

SSENIORENIOR P PASTORASTOR C CALLALL P PROCESSROCESS U UPDATEPDATE ::Your Holy Cross Church Council has suggested that we begin the process of forming a Call Team

in the very near future to bring a Senior Pastor to our church.

If you are interseted in service in this capacity, please sign up on the kiosk by November 13th.

A Call Team wil be selected from those that desire to be part of this important ministry.Please continue to keep the church staff and council in prayer.

—— 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 NN O V E M B E RO V E M B E R 2 0 1 1 2 0 1 1 ——Saturday at 6pm Sunday at 8am Sunday at 9:30am Sunday at 11am

Nov. 5 & 6 Sharon K. Dianne T. Kerri C. Karen H.Nov. 13 --- <OPEN> --- ---

Nov. 19 & 20 Sue E. Sharon E. Donna L. Pam D.Nov. 23 Thanksgiving Eve (7pm) Janet E. ---Nov. 27 --- Coral O. ---


Behind the ScenesThank you ...Thank you ...

... Maurine Hortness for the generous donation toward the purchase of the beautiful tablecloths for the Fellowship Hall!

... Norma Meinjohans for bringing extra white dish towelsfor the Kitchen!

... Arlyn Thomas for the tablecloth storage rack, along with the tables in the Glass Room (W101)!

... Cheryl Ziegler for volunteering extra time to play for the Adult Choir – We appreciate your leadership & musical abilities very much

... Jeff Fode & Andy Schuster for volunteering your timeas kids’ choir leaders – Your talents & leadership aretreasured!v... Sunday School Music Leaders: Sonia Bury, Julie Remmers, Pam & Samantha Strohm, & Cecile Beecroft for leading our Sunday School children on Sunday morning & Wednesday evenings –Your energy & enthusiasm for music are appreciated, & we are so grateful that you are willing to donate your time to lead music!

... Office Volunteers: Sharon Eck, Joan Noerenberg,Gayle Wexler, Court Anderson, & Aaron Kvisterofor helping to field calls & visits to the front office!

... Property Team, Friday Guys, & LawnmowingVolunteers for showing up on a Saturday for Holy Cross’ fall cleanup... Court Anderson for his wonderfully superb grilling skills providing the great eats!

... Members of the Circle of Prayer!

... The Health & Wellness Team for sponsoring theFamily Bike Ride!

... Members of the Visitation Team for the October visits!

... Members of the Prayer Shawl Ministry for creating new prayer shawls!

... October Adult Ed Facilitators!

... Donations given to the Holy Cross library!

... October musicians: Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers for leading worship with the Day6,Classic Gathering, and Hope & Praise groups during worship in October, which included:Saturday Celebration (Day6): Michael Glau, Tim Easter,Bob Nelson, David Missal, Shelly Ritchie, Ron Schaal, Robin Sjogren, Danita Tegethoff, James Zajicek;Classic Gathering: Sara Klawonn, Pam Strohm, Sami Strohm, Arlyn Thomas; Hope & Praise: Mike Ehlers, Tim Easter, Myra Koerner,Grant Mah, David Missal, Bob Nelson, Ron Schaal, Nick & Ronna Poppens, Andy Schuster.We are so grateful that you are part of the music teams at Holy Cross!

Sonia Bury, Becky Covert, & Anita Randall (Day6); Cheryl Ziegler (Classic); Shawn Cable (Hope & Praise); and Rachael Fode, Director of Music Ministries

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

AVI Techs for AVI Techs for NNOVEMBEROVEMBERSaturday, Nov. 5 — Krystine V. � Sunday, Nov. 6 — Ryan S.

Saturday, Nov. 12 — Steve M. � Sunday, Nov. 13 — Tom B. Saturday, Nov. 19 — Scott H. � Sunday, Nov. 20 — Tom G. Saturday, Nov. 26 — Steve M. � Sunday, Nov. 27 — Steve J.

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! **

AVI Help needed for Midweek Advent (Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21 at 7:00pm)!AVI Help needed for Midweek Advent (Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21 at 7:00pm)!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. Check out the Holy Cross website for latest happenings...www.holycrosslutheranchurch.org

Contact the Church Office with questions.

Sound TechsSound TechsNov. 6 – Steve R.Nov. 13 – Chuck H.Nov. 20 – John M.Nov. 27 – Corby K.Thanks for all you do!!!!** S** SOUNDOUND TTECHECH NEEDEDNEEDED 77PMPM

NNOVOV . 23 . 23 FORFOR TTHANKSGIVINGHANKSGIVING EEVEVESSERVICEERVICE ! **! **

** P** P LEASELEASE CONTACTCONTACT OFFICEOFFICE IFIF YOUYOU CANCAN HELPHELP ..


FF RIDAYRIDAY GG UYSUYS IsIs LookingLooking forfor aa FewFew GoodGood Men!Men!If you would like to discuss the Gospel for the week,

have a good breakfast, hear a joke or two, talk about local or national issues, hear stories from other guys,

talk about your favorite sport or team, or just shoot the bull...You need to come to Friday Guys.

We have three empty tables waiting for you & invite you to join us!

It is a great way to start your weekend & meet some great guys.This invitation is open whenever you can join us.

AASSISTINGSSISTING WITHWITH WWORSHIPORSHIP SSERVICESERVICES IISS NNOTOT JJUSTUSTFORFOR THETHE EEASTERASTER & C& CHRISTMASHRISTMAS HHOLIDAYSOLIDAYS!!

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 Assistant at 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 (Sunday 8am only) ~Read the First Lesson for the Classic Gathering service.

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

WW OMENOMEN ATAT THETHE WW ELLELL atat PerkinsPerkins(3400 S Gateway Blvd. near Carmike Cinema 7 Theater)

...is an early morning Women’s Bible Study Group:is an early morning Women’s Bible Study Group:A dynamic group of women who dive into each upcoming weekend’s

Gospel lesson, as provided by the pastor.All are welcome to attend, as you are able to...

Hope to see you soon!

Ways to Ways to Become InvolvedBecome InvolvedMO

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WWEDNESDAYEDNESDAY

NNIGHTIGHT P PIZZAIZZA

IISS C COMINGOMING S SOONOON......

Support youth programming by buying a bottle of pop from the vending machine

now located near the FellowshipHall & new Coffee Shop.

The youth receive 20 percentof all proceeds, which will beused toward camp and other

faith-based activities.

(Here are 2 ways to help the HCLP Programs that anyone can support by simply shopping & saving UPC codes.)NNARTHEXARTHEX SSALESALES BEFOREBEFORETTHANKSGIVINGHANKSGIVING::–– NNOVOV. 5 & 6 . 5 & 6 ANDAND NNOVOV. 19 & 20 . 19 & 20 ––

......Hy-Vee Gift CardsHy-Vee Gift Cardsare still available are still available

for your grocery & gas purchases!for your grocery & gas purchases!No additional spending required: Simply buy the amount you want ($25, $50, or $100); and you will receive that EXACT amount back in

Hy-Vee cards, which can be used at any Hy-Vee store, including other states!The preschool receives 5% of every dollar sold ($50 for every $1,000).

...“clip & save” ...“clip & save” Campbell’s UPC CodesCampbell’s UPC Codes– another great way to help the preschool!– another great way to help the preschool!Simply “clip & save” UPC codes (not the labels) from your Campbell’s soup cans – it doen’t cost you any extra money, and the preschool earnsFREE points for each label received for educational supplies!

To see a complete list of Campbell’s products & instructions, visit WWW.LABELSFOREDUCATION.COM or ask for a list from the front office.

Altar Guild Altar Guild

MeetingMeeting

Tuesday, Nov. 8

at 6:30pm in the Sanctuary

New members welcome!

HHOLIDAYOLIDAY H HEADLINESEADLINES ::

Remember to mark your calendars for these & other upcoming services!!!

What’sWhat’sInside???Inside???

Pastor’s CornerPastor Amy’s PonderingsFaith & Fellowship EventsChristian Ed:Your Family...Your Faith

Youth NewsMusic Notesfrom Rockin’ Rachael

Adult Ministry: Growing Along the Journey

Caring MinistriesPreschool & Extended-Care Parade

Gifting OptionsWays to Become Involved

Behind the ScenesMore Ways to Become Involved

November Calendar with insert

Wed., Nov. 23 (7:00pm)Thanksgiving EveThanksgiving EveWorship w/CommWorship w/Comm& Pie Fellowship& Pie Fellowship

Join us in the Sanctuary for an evening of thanks-giving & praise during aworship service with Holy

Communion.

Pie Fellowship immediatelyfollows in the Fellowship Hall, served by the Friday Guys.

* Sign up to bring a pie to share in the Narthex.

Weds., Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21

Soup SuppersSoup SuppersMidweek AdventMidweek Advent

WorshipWorshipCome to the altar eachWednesday at 7:00pm

throughout the Advent Season to prepare yourself for the approaching

Christmas celebration.Soup Suppers will be served

from 5:30-6:45pm in the Fellowship Hall.

* Sign up to bring soup & breadfor one or more

of the weeks in Advent.

Sunday, Dec. 4 (7:00pm)“Blue Christmas”“Blue Christmas”

ServiceServiceEach year we offer a service

of reflection & solitude for those who may be facingthe holiday season after the death of a loved one,

after a divorce, or have suffered an emotionaltrauma, which may leavethem feeling pressured

or overwhelmed by holiday preparations.This service offers a quieter, reflective perspective with

Scripture, music, & meditations focusing on the comfort

God offers during dark times.

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