October 2012 CrossFormation Newsletter

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One of the things I love about Holy Cross is the number of baptisms that happen in our midst each year. Whenever I stand at our baptismal font during worship tobaptize an infant, young person or adult into the faith, I am awe-struck by the connection between the sacrament of baptism and the ministry we do together.While baptism is one of Holy Cross’ most celebratory and impactful moments,

the baptism itself is never the whole story. From my unique vantage point as pastor, I am privileged to know the many and varied stories that bring people to our font toreceive the living water of new life and redemption. Stories of joy, struggle, faith, andhope.The Bible says the Baptism of Jesus caused Heaven to open. The Holy Spirit

descended like a dove, and God's voice spoke for everyone to hear: "This is My Son,whom I love; with Him I am well pleased." (Matthew 3:16, 17) Baptism brings joy toHeaven ... and joy to our church.Baptism and all that it means is made possible in this place because you give in

response to God's love for you. Our generous response to God's love, in turn, supportsGod's mission and ministry through this place. Thank you for responding to God'slove through your tithes and offerings, time, and talents. Because you choose to imitate God's generosity through your giving, we are able to offer the gift of baptismto all who come seeking the waters of life. You make the difference!As we think back on the numerous baptisms, we give thanks thisyear for 25 years of ministry. One of the ways we are celebrating isthrough 4 anniversary parties. Let me encourage you with mypromise that these are going to be great events, worthy of yourtime. I hope you’ll join us at one of our meals and celebrations.

Pastor Tony

CrossFormationis a monthly publication of Holy Cross Lutheran Church.

Deadline for the December 2012 issue is: Monday, Nov. 19th by noon.

Pastoral StaffSenior Pastor ....................................................Tony HaglundAssociate Pastor............................................Amy Eisenmann

Ministry Directors & Support StaffAdministrative Assistant ..................................Jennifer BeckAdult & Caring Ministries .......................Angie Smith, AiMChildren’s Ministry .....................................Rhonda HaglundCommunication Coordinator ...........................Tami MatsonFinance Coordinator.......................................Mike DircksenMusic Ministries ................................................Rachael FodePreschool Director ...........................................Tricia MurphyTechnical Coordinator ......................................Jason KlimesWebmaster.........................................................Nick PoppensEnvironmental Specialists ......................Tim Christopherson.................................................Jerry & Donna ChristophersonMusic Coordinators..................Shawn Cable, Cheryl Ziegler....................................................Sonia Bury & Anita RandallVisitation Ministers..........................Dixie Buffington, Katie Harms,....................................Joan Noerenberg, Jeanine Thomas, & Julie ThomasMissionary Program ..............“Train Up A Child” Program in Cameroon

2012 Church CouncilPresident ............................................................Gayle WexlerVice President ..............................................Rick CerkowniakSecretary ..............................................................Katie HarmsTreasurer .........................................................Aaron Kvistero

Ministry Team Chair PersonsAdult Education ......................................................................Christian Education......................................Jennifer HensonFamily Ministry.......................................................................Fellowship....................................................Nicole SandersonHealth & Wellness .......Robin Krommendyk & Amy PaulsonHospitality & Invitation..................................Marilyn HaperOutreach ..................................................................................Personnel..................................................................................Preschool ...........................................................Kristin WilleyProperty..................................................................Paul SnazaStewardship .................................................Nolan ThompsonWorship & Arts ...............................................Mark EricksonYouth ..............................Betty Ammann & Michelle Bratland

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

WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGChurch Office ...............605-362-1947... Fax...605-362-1971Preschool & Extended-Care ............................605-951-1813Email ..............................INFO@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGPastor Tony [email protected] Amy Eisenmann [email protected] Smith, AiM [email protected] Fode [email protected] Haglund [email protected] Murphy [email protected] Klimes [email protected] Poppens..........................NICKP@HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGJennifer [email protected] Matson [email protected] Dircksen [email protected]

Worship Services– Saturday Celebration –Saturdays at 6:00pm

– Classic Celebration –Sundays at 8:00am

– Hope & Praise Celebration –Sundays at 9:30am & 11:00am

The 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.

BirthsRaya Noelle Johnson (daughter of Stephanie & Clinton)Addison Marie Teeslink (daughter of Amy & Michael)Tate James Schneider (son of Briana & Justin)Jaden Alan Mullinox (Jennifer & Larry)BaptismsKennerly Jeane Anderson (daughter of Mollie)Cylar Nathaniel Carlson (son of Scott & Sarah)Lexi Bella Skorjanec (daughter of Joe & Christine)WeddingChandale Harms & Derek JohnsonWhitney Lucas & Ryan MolitorErica Ritchie & Jesse FrostSympathy for the Families of...Cece Holter, grandmother of Larry (Mary Reppe) and

great-grandmother of Adam (Danielle) Reppe and BrianThelma Nordman, grandmother of Bill (Myra) Koerner and

great-grandmother of Austin, Adam, Aaron, & BeauFrank Sine, Jr., brother of Jim (Twyla) Sine

—— LLIFEIFE TTRANSITIONSRANSITIONS ——

WWHOHO DDOO I CI CONTACTONTACT IIFF I WI WANTANT TOTO LLEARNEARN AABOUTBOUT......Adult Education Angie SmithBaptism Jennifer BeckConfirmation (5th-8th) Pastor Amy EisenmannExtended-Care (daycare) Tricia MurphyGifting (offering) Mike DircksenHospital Visitation Angie SmithMeal Team Angie SmithMilestones Pastor Amy EisenmannMusic (choirs) Rachael FodeNew Members (joining HCLC) Jennifer BeckPastoral Care Pastor Tony H. & Pastor Amy E.Publications (newsletters, emails, etc.) Tami MatsonPreschool Classes Tricia MurphyRoom Reservations Jennifer BeckSunday School (3yrs.-4th) Rhonda HaglundVolunteering Jennifer BeckWebsite Nick PoppensWedding Jennifer BeckW/ELCA Twyla SineYouth (9th-12th) Pastor Amy Eisenmann

Don’t see or know what you want to learn about?Feel free to call or email the front office

(362-1947 or [email protected]), and we’ll see what we can find out for you!

ALTAR GUILD MEETINGMonday, November 5th at 7:00pm;

meet in the Sanctuary.Through their prayerful actions, members of the Altar Guild

welcome everyone to God’s table of grace.Additional members are always welcome!

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“Lunch & Learn” for 55+Members and friends of Holy Cross 55+ are invited to come, share in a brown bag lunch andmeet a member of the community. The next gathering is Tuesday, October 9 starting at12:15pm. Bring your own lunch to the Fellowship Hall and share in food and fellowship forabout 30 minutes. A “learning” time follows until about 1:30.November’s speaker is Jenn Colgan, dietitian with Hy-Vee. No need to sign up – just comeand Holy Cross will provide the dessert.

All Saints Weekend, Nov. 3-4:Saint/sānt Noun. A person acknowledged as holy or virtuous.During All Saints Weekend, Holy Cross celebrates

the special saints in our lives by honoring and remembering them, whether young or old, past or present.

A special invitation is given to all family members who have recently lost a loved one.

During all four weekend worship services (Sat, 6pm; Sun 8am,9:30am & 11am), each family will be invited to the altar

to light a symbolic candle to remain lit throughout worship.

Women of the ELCA (WELCA)Thursday, November 15th at 7:00pm; meet in the Fireside Room.The current Bible study is from the Christian Worker on the Book of Genesis: Please complete lessons 21-24 for November’s meeting.Questions?Contact Twyla Sine (361-2992 or [email protected]).QUILTERS meet on Tues., Nov. 20th at both2:00pm and 7:00pm in fthe Fellowship Hall.

““ MM A RT YA RT Y ’’ SS MM U GU G ! ”! ”Marty’s Mug is a group of Sioux Falls-are

a ELCA young adults that

gather in coffee shops and restaurants for conversation and fellowship.

They currently gather once a week at alternating locations

conversation around a faith topic or wherever the conversation leads.

The mission of Marty’s Mug is to “Connect young adults in meaningful conversatio

n

and provide an opportunity to grow in faith and friendship.”

In the process, young adults are able to reconnect with a faith community

regardless of how active they have been in their congregations. The good news:

Connecting young adults to Marty’s Mug connects them to the life of the church.

To keep up on the weekly schedule and discussion topics, “like” Marty’s Mug on Fa

cebook.

SAVING GRACE– WOMEN’S AA GROUP –

Mondays at 6:00pm in the Fireside Room.For more information, call 929-7311.

Caribou Chat is back!!Come join

Pastor Amy atthe Caribou inthe Empire Mall

on Wednesday mornings at10:00 for a chance to chatabout whatever you wouldlike. Bring your friends, grab a cup of coffee and

let’s get to know each other!Caribou Chat will

meet in November onthe the 7, 14, & 28

at 10:00am.See you there!

TURKEY BINGOSunday, November 18 from 5:00-7:00pmPotluck Dinner starts at 5:00pmPlease sign-up in the kiosk:A–F Side Dish or Side SaladG–R Dessert S–Z Main EntreeBINGO played at 6:00-7:00pmPrizes include turkeys, various gift cards and much, much more!Prize donations are appreciated! (Please drop them off in the Church office.)Please join us for food, fun & fellowship!

Turkey BINGO

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55 PLUSEveryone is invited for fun, games,and fellowship in Room S101!Meets Nov. 6 & 20 at 1:00pm.WOMEN AT THE WELLPastor Amy & the ladies of this

Bible Study invite you to join themThursdays at 6:30am – Hy-Vee

dining area on Louise Ave & 49th St.FRIDAY GUYS

Pastor Tony & the men from this Bible Study invite you to jointhem at the Fryn’ Pan on 41st St

every Friday at 6:30am.WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Meets November 14 & 28 in the Fireside Room at 1:00pm.

Calling all crafters: The annual Holy Cross Craft Fair is back!On Saturday, November 17th, we will be having a Craft Fair from 8am–3pm.

If you would like to display your crafts, you are invited to for $35 (if you bring your own table) or $40 if you use a Holy Cross table.

For more information, contact Pastor Amy or any of the members of the Youth Team!

For those of you I have not had the opportunity to meet, my name is Rhonda Haglund and I am blessed to be your new Director of Children’s education. I happen to be married to Pastor Tony and together we have 3 children, Elizabeth (23) and twin boys, Justin and Sam who will be turning 20 in December. We have twodogs that fill our empty nest, you may see them hanging out at church on occasion at least until we sell ourhouse in Canton.I have only been at Holy Cross a short time but am already feeling at home thanks to the hospitality of your

great staff and the welcoming embrace of the congregation. Your children are delightful and I have been having a blast helping them discover some of the stories from the Old Testament. Next we will be diving intoKing Solomon as together we learn about the value of wisdom and the importance of “church.”With the help of two amazing Augustana senior students (Brooke Dejong and Alyssa Weber) we are able

to prepare the lessons down to the most minor detail. All the prep work these gals do allows the teachers the time and energy it takes to reinforce the story on a more personal level. Years from now they may not remember the specifics from their Sunday/Wednesday school time but hopefully they will remember the stories and the loving relationships they had the opportunity to experience.My prayer is that education for our children would continue to be a value for all members, we are not only

showing God’s love and grace to these little ones, but our mission needs to be bigger as we embrace and carefor their whole family system. It takes a village to raise a child and we need YOUR help. Some of my mostmemorable moments in my early years of raising our children were words of advice or acts of love from older

members of our congregation. We still need shepherds, part time teachers and substitutes.It is important work we do but it is also not rocket science. The only requirement is a lovefor children and a love for the Lord… if God is pulling at your heart strings, please give me a call and I can help you with all the tools you will need!I am looking forward to getting to know all of you and would love to visit,

my office door is always open and you can also reach me by email [email protected] or by phone 605-216-3368.It’s a great day to be a child of God!!

Rhonda

We're starting a holiday Wind Ensemble this year.Rehearsals: Wednesdays at 7:45pm on Nov 28, Dec 5 & 12"Performance": Sunday, December 16th (time TBD)*Placements: Nov 7th, 8:00pm*Parts will be handed out Nov 14thSign up in the narthex on the kiosk or call Aaron Musser at (605)-759-6784.

Preschool through 4th Grade Christmas Programs –

Save the dates!� 9:30am Preschool-Kindergarten C

hristmas Program: Sun., Dec. 16th, 9:30am

� 11am Preschool-Kindergarten Christmas Program: Sun., Dec. 16th, 1

1am

�ALL 1st-4th Grade Christmas Program: Sun., Dec. 16th, 2pm

*ALL 1st-4th Christmas Program Rehearsal: Sat., Dec. 15th, 9am-12pm

�Wednesday Preschool-Kindergarten Christmas Program: Wed., Dec.

19th, 7pm

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9th Graders had fun at the Confirmation Retreat – making stoles, talking about the gifts they have been given,

and working through their faith statements.Congratulations to all the 9th Graders

that were confirmed this month:

Hospital Visitation: A Caring PresenceHave you ever wondered how the church knows that you are hospitalized? When you are admitted to the hospital, you are asked about your church affiliation. Daily, a member of the hospital visitationteam calls the hospitals for a listing of people from Holy Cross. As long as “Holy Cross” is listed as yourchurch and you agree at the time of admission to sharing your name, the caller is made aware of yourpresence. Because you are in need of healing and rest, visits are brief, but provide the opportunity foryou to know you are cared about during this time. Members of the visitation team include: Katie Harms,Julie Thomas, Dixie Buffington, Joan Noerenberg, Karen Hattervig, Pastor Tony, Pastor Amy and Angie Smith. If you have prior knowledge of a hospitalization and/or would like a visit prior to surgery,please contact Angie Smith at the church or 310-3471.

Prayers of the People.During worship, we provide an opportunity to share concerns as a community of faith and lift them to

God. At the 8:00 worship, the names of those listed in the Crosswalk are read aloud. The other worshipservices provide opportunities for you within the prayer petitions to silently reflect upon and name those inneed. You are encouraged to take home the Crosswalk 24/7 and pray for those listed on the “Fridge Flyer”insert. As a community of faith, we hold one another in prayer. If you wish to share a prayer request for either orboth the Prayers of the Church or the Circle of Prayer, simply write your requests on the prayer cards in thepews. If your request for the Prayers of the Church is for someone other than yourself, please write yourname and phone number. The Circle of Prayer is a group of individuals who receive an email and agree toconfidentially hold in prayer the names of those in need. Prayer requests may also be called into the churchoffice or emailed to one of the pastors or to Angie.

Logan Barr, Aubrey Bjordal, Meghan Bratland, Jamie Buthe, Caroline Covert,Cody Craft, Cortney Donahue, Tia Dunagan, Danielle Duus, Justin Freese,

Hannah Gilbertson, Emily Gillespie, Charlie Green, Chase Green, Madison Grove, Derek Hamre, Triston Hanson, Brady Kafka, Rylie Koomia, Logan Landsem, Neil Leyda,Claire Litzen, Matt Lyons, Lauren Miller, Taylor Otheim, Nathan Saygili, Ben Schiebout,

Brennan Schmitt, Cole Schroedermeier, Sam Swier, Lauren Torkelson, Alexandria Wasko, Connor Weihe, Alyssa Williams, Wyatt Winklepleck, Mikayla Wollan

Calling all Kindergartners, mark your calendars!We will be meeting for the Prayer Milestone for our Kindergartners

is coming up on Saturday, November 10th at 10:30am.Watch your mail for more information, and be sure to RSVP!

Help needed creating prayer shawls.Do you knit or crochet? Holy Cross gives

members and friends prayer shawls duringtimes of need or grief, to remind them thatthey are wrapped in God's love. If you would be willing to help make

shawls, please contact Angie Smith.

Get fit and get fed with Praisercize!Gail Flaa will be leading a 45-minute time to praiseGod share in a work-out and lift each other upthrough prayer. Plan on bringing a mat and wearingcomfortable clothes! If you have questions, pleasecontact Gail at [email protected].

o November 7 & 14 o 5:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. o Room S101

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�Classes start January 7

�Meet for 9 weeks

�90-minute class – starting at 7:00pm

�More details to come

�Contact Rick Cerkowniak, Jerry

Leisinger,

or Corby Kasten for more information

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“We welcome this in every way and everywhere with utmost gratitude.”

Acts 24:3Some people we’d like to thank:

Members of the Circle of PrayerMembers of the Meal TeamMembers of the visitation team for the September visitsDonations given to the HC LibraryMembers of the Prayer Shawl MinistryAll the donations to the Sunday SchoolJoleen Peterson – preparing all the Confirmation stolesGreg Latza – taking the Confirmation pictureDon Vermundson – finding & donating an overhead projectorSteve H. – stuffing Crosswalks on Friday for each weekend’s

worship/services

Thank you, September musicians!Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers

for leading worship with the Day 6, Classic Gathering, and Hope & Praise groups

during worship this past month!!!We are so grateful that you are part of the music teams at Holy Cross!

Sonia Bury & Anita Randall, Day 6 CoordinatorsCheryl Ziegler, Classic Gathering CoordinatorShawn Cable, Hope & Praise CoordinatorRachael Fode, Director of Music Ministries

Thank you, Holy Cross:Thank you for your generous donation!We always appreciate the support HolyCross gives to this wonderful ministry!

Blessings, Necessities for Neighbors (Peace)

Sunday MorningAdult Education

Whether you are interested in a Small Group or an Adult Forum, Holy Cross has something foryou. The Sunday morning Adult Ed Forum meetsat 9:30am in the Fireside room. Studies range intopic and leaders. During November you will discover the Word, caring for yourself and for the world in need.�November 4: “Heart to Heart,” led by David Missal. This workshop is designed to help people begin healthyconversations with their aging parentsabout their wishes for the future, including finances and other topics.This workshop is designed to help participants gain:o An understanding of their parents' visionfor the future.

o Information to make decisions on their parents' behalf when the time comes.

o Tips for starting healthy conversations that lead to positive outcomes

�November 11 & 18: “The HistoricalJesus,” led by Rev. Dr. Philip Thompson,Sioux Falls Seminary. During our two week study, we will examine thecharacteristics of the so-called “quests for the historical Jesus” (even the numberof quests is debated) that have takenplace over the last two centuries. We will also consider some aspects ofmore recent historical Jesus scholarshipand the insight it offers for our understanding of Christian faith.

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Y I READ THIS BOOK, SUBMITTED BY SHARON ECK“Legacy of a Pack Rat,”

by David Lasin.A beautiful book about the life of a wife of a very busy Pastor, Bill Graham. A “must read” about how our lives can be a help – or a hindrance to others.

Remember to save and turn in your Crossroads receipts!

Holy Cross receives 5% of the total amountspent towards the purchase of new books.

CHOIRS ALWAYS HAVE ROOM FOR YOU!Youth Choirs will not rehearse November 21 & 28 and all December.REGULAR MEETINGTIMES & LOCATIONS:Mustard Seeds Choir (Pre-K)

Weds. 6:30-7:00pm in Room S102(Band Room)Tiny Tunes Choir (1st-3rd grade)

Weds. 6:30-7:00pm in Rooms S103 & S104(Music Rooms)Half Notes Choir (4th-6th grade)

Weds. 7:00-7:30pm in Rooms S103 & S104(Music Rooms)7th-8th Praise Band

Weds. 6:00-6:30pm in the SanctuaryAdult Choir (9th & older)

Weds. 7:00-8:00pm in the SanctuaryBell Choir (9th & older)

Tues. 7:00-7:40pm in Rooms S103 & S104(Music Rooms)

November Choir Schedules:Nov 4 – Adult Choir sings @ 9:30/11Nov 6 – Bell Choir @ 7pmNov 7 – All Choirs meetNov 11 – Bell Choir @ 7pmNov 14 – All Choirs meetNov 18 – Youth Choir Weekend:

*Mustard Seeds sing prelude @ 9:30am*7th & 8th Praise Band sing/play during offering @ 9:30am

*Tiny Tunes sing prelude @ 11am*Half Notes sing offering @ 11am

Nov 20 – NO Bell ChoirNov 21 – NO choirs; Join us for Thanksgiving

Eve worship @ 7pm & pie fellowship to follow

Nov 27 – Bell Choir @ 7pmNov 28 – NO youth choirs; Adult Choir @ 6pm

Tree Decorating & Cookie Exchange:

Thurs., November 29th @ 6:00pmCome one and come all!Bring your friends and family to the Holy Cross

sanctuary as we prepare for the Christmas season!

While our ears ring with the sweet melodies of Christmas, we will decorate the three Christmastrees, hang the lights, and set the manger scene!

A Cookie Exchange will follow:Simply bring a plate of cookies to share,

and take home a plated variety!

Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie Fellowship:Wed., November 21st, 7:00pmWith grateful hearts, we give thanks to God for all the blessings we've been given.Come join us as we lift our Thanksgivings to God through prayer, voice, and song, and continue the Thanksgiving celebration with a Pie Fellowship following worship, hosted by Friday Guys!November 2012 Page 9

9th-12th graders! Bring your friends to Wednesday Night Live in November…We’ve got lotsof things planned. � November 7th – Charlie Brown Marathon…grab your friends, a bowl of popcorn, and

come celebrate as we watch the Charlie Brown holiday episodes! � November 14th – Service Project Night: Come make breakfast packs for the folks at

The Banquet!� November 21st – Thanksgiving Eve Worship at 7 pm.

Come worship and eat some yummy pie! � November 28th – Advent Worship begins! Come bring your friends

for Soup from 5:00-6:45, and then bring them to worship at 7 pm!

Book Club has chosen their next book!Grab “Call the Midwife,” by Jennifer Worth and join us on Thursday, December 6th at 7:30pm at McNally’s!

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Hy-Vee Card FundraiserEach fall the preschool students/families are asked to sell Hy-Vee cards. The preschool uses Hy-Vee

card sales to purchase larger classroom furniture and outdoor equipment to meet our program and curriculum needs. The preschool designates funds according to current needs. Since last spring thepreschool has been working hard towards creating an inviting outdoor discovery center for the childrento explore and move about developing skills on the North end of the building by using money raisedthrough Hy-Vee cards.The amount of money sold in the month of September from preschool families and members is simply

once again astonishing! In 2010 the preschool students sold $14,000, 2011 they sold $19,950 and thisyear they students met a new record of $30,850 making the 5% profit for the Preschool $1,541.25…WOW!!!!Thank you for your support!!!!

Playground UpdateThis year because of the Hy-Vee card fundraiser and money we have raised over the past few years selling Hy-Vee cards during the Fall fundraiser and throughout the year, we have been able to make the playground possible! This would not have been possible without the help and support of preschoolfamily and friends and you, the members and guest of Holy Cross… THANK YOU!!The preschool was able to fund 100% of the total $26,000 to complete the work. (Work included:

building up ground area by hauling in dirt and grading area, moving large garage door to the Northside to allow easier access from parking lot and sidewalk, chain link fence, sod inside playground areaand outside along fence and garage, underground sprinkler system, woodchips to create a safe zoneunder equipment, edging, sidewalks -both leading to the playground and inside theplayground for a barrier for thesandbox and area for sidewalkgames, sand, and large commercialgrade equipment.)

Holy Cross Preschool & Extended-CareUpdates for 2012

Current Preschool Enrollment: Total of 124 children• 2 Year Old Class: 1 class of 10 children (full)• 3 Year Old Classes: 2 classes of 20 children each (full)• 4 Year Old Classes: 2 classes of 20 children each (full) • 1 Pre-K 4 Year Old Class of 16 children (4 openings –

Opened last 10 spots up in August when additional interestwas indicated)

• 5 Year Old Class: 1 class of 18 children (2 openings)Extended-Care Totals: (Children attending either part-time or full-time between the hours of 7am and 5pm)

• Toddler Age: 14 Children• Preschool Age (these children are enrolled in one of the

preschool classes listed above): 54 ChildrenOverall Total of ALL Children Enrolled: 138 ChildrenStaff Totals: 16 paid staff & Kristin Willey, a weekly Pre-K 5-yr-old

classroom volunteer

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ORDINARY INCOME/EXPENSE — 2012 BUDGET-TO-DATE (JANUARY 1 – OCTOBER 15)

GG IVEIVE OONLINENLINE ......IITT’’SS EEASYASY..

WWW.HOLYCROSSLUTHERANCHURCH.ORGClick ‘donate online’ to begin.

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to Holy Cross each month!

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AALLLL SSAINTSAINTS WWEEKENDEEKEND IISS NNOVEMBEROVEMBER 3 & 4:3 & 4:What a wonderful way to honor the saints in your life!

GIVE A GIFT TO THE “ENDOWMENT FUND” ON ALL SAINTS WEEKEND. IT’S A GIFT THAT WILL LAST FOREVER.Gifts to the Endowment Fund are perpetual, which means the principal is never spent…only the earnings can be distributed. So your gift will continue to support the mission and ministry of Holy Cross “forever”.

Use the special envelope provided or specify “Endowment Fund” on your offering envelope.

DONATE FROM YOUR SMART PHONEScan here to go directlyto our website and makeyour donation online.

ALTAR GUILD SCHEDULE FOR NOVEMBER:Dates / Days & Times

Nov. 3 & 4Nov. 11

Nov. 17 & 18Nov. 25

Saturdays at 6:00pmSharon K.

—Sue—

Sundays at 8:00amJanetCoralDianneCoral

Sundays at 9:30amDonna—

Twyla—

Sundays at 11:00amKaren—Pam—

AVI Techs for AVI Techs for NNOVEMBEROVEMBERSaturday, Nov. 3 — Scott H. � Sunday, Nov. 4 — Tom B.Saturday, Nov. 10 — Steve M. � Sunday, Nov. 11 — Tom G.

Saturday, Nov. 17 — Krystine V-R. � Sunday, Nov. 18 — Ryan S.Saturday, Nov. 24 — Steve M. � Sunday, Nov. 25 — Tami M.

Thanksgiving Eve: Wed., November 21 at 7:00pm – help needed!Volunteers & Substitutes, thanks for helping 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!Contact Tami Matson ([email protected]) in the office.

Sound TechsSound TechsNov. 4 – Steve J. Nov. 11 – Jay D.Nov. 18 – Steve R. Nov. 25 – Chuck H.* Thanks for your continued service! ** Thanks for your continued service! *** P** P LEASELEASE CONTACTCONTACT OFFICEOFFICE IFIF YOUYOU CANCAN HELPHELP

–– WWEE STILLSTILL NEEDNEED HELP HELP FORFOR SSATURDAYSATURDAYS !!!!

HOLY CROSS IS IN NEED OF “BAPTISMAL WATER PARTNERS”:If you love sharing in the blessing

that is Holy Baptism, please contact the office, or stop by the welcomedesk to gather more information.

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to nurture disciples of every generation,

by proclaiming the Gospel

of Jesus Christ!”

OOURUR S SHAREDHARED M M ISSIONISSION ::“We are called by the tra

nsforming power of the Holy Spirit,

to nurture disciples of every generation,

by proclaiming the Gospel

of Jesus Christ!”

Need a chance to breathe?Out of breath from all that you have going on?

Join us for our Advent Midweek services on Wednesdays starting November 28th.

Our theme this year is “Breathless” based on the quote: “There is no season more breathless –

it is also the season on which we hope to find breath.”Come and join us for some delicious soup (served from 5:00-6:45 pm)

and then for worship (7:00 pm), where we will experience Holden Evening Prayer, and explore what it means to be breathless and to be given new breath through the Advent story.

All ages are welcome to join us!Blessings on your Advent journey!