Pastor Kent Krumwiede Phone #’s Church (507) 426-7540 Cell (507) 380-8284 [email protected]CHURCH E-MAIL [email protected]Church website: Www.fairfaxlutheranparish.com Our Savior’s Lutheran Worship 9:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am Central Lutheran Worship 10:30am The Messenger is a monthly publication of the Fairfax Lutheran Parish Central & Our Savior’s Lutheran Churches, Franklin & Fairfax, MN ANNUAL MEETINGS! Central’s Annual Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 20, 2019 after worship. Potluck Dinner following the meeting. Alternate Date: Sunday January 27, 2019. CENTRAL’S END OF YEAR REPORTS ARE DUE TO THE CHURCH OFFICE NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2019. Our Savior’s Annual Meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2019 after 10:30 am worship. Potluck Dinner following the meeting. Alternate Date: Sunday, February 10, 2019. OUR SAVIOR’S END OF YEAR REPORTS ARE DUE TO THE CHURCH OFFICE NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2019. WORSHIP FOR CENTRAL LUTHERAN ON FEBRUARY 3, 2019 WILL BE AT 9:00 A.M.
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Let us remember the following in our prayers:
Alpha Evenson, Mark Isaacson, Don Lee, Cindy LaFrambroise, Don Lee,
Kevin and Deb Johnson , Corinne Danielson, Ellsworth Sather, Earl Peterson,
Phyllis Iverson, Duane Nesburg, Dale Hanson, Dan Berntson, Scot Hagen,
Geneva Loverude, Tom Nesburg.
Lord hold them in Your loving hands.
Pastor Kent’s Office Hours; Carol’s Office Hours:
Mon. 9-12 - 1-4
Tue. 8-1 Tue. 9-3
Wed. 1-6 - 7-8:30 pm Confirmation Wed. 8-12
Thurs. 9-1 Fri. 8-12
If you want to see Pastor Kent at other hours, please call him and arrange a time more convenient with your
schedule. Please don’t hesitate to call Pastor’s cell (507-380-8284)
Pastor’s hours are subject to change as Conference and Synod meetings require.
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Monday Morning Bible Study
Mondays @ the Parsonage,
beginning January 7th, 2019, 9 – 11 AM
– Come when you can, leave when you need. –
Join us for coffee, tea and fellowship as we begin a
study based on Lindsay Hardin Freeman’s book:
Bible Women: Their Words and Why They Matter
Coming Out of 2018
On December 30th
, 2018, we had a Service of Wholeness & Healing at both congregations. As part of the service, each person had the opportunity to write down, on recipe cards, something, from the past year or the past in general, that they wished to let go of and turn over to God, or something they gave thanks to God for in the way of blessings. They deposited these cards of “release” or “thanksgiving” into a bin and receive prayer and anointing.
The following are some of the blessings many of us say in the past year:
Thankful for the blessing of engagement for marriage with a wonderful man and the love of my life. I am glad to have a family. I am glad my sister is healing after breaking her hip and shoulder. The many blessings we have all year. I am blessed. My great family. Good things. 150 years of worship. Good health. Good friends. What are your blessings?
What many are seeking this coming year:
Strength Leaving behind anger and sadness for the past year. Alleviation of health issues, physical and psychological. Putting others first. Forgiving broken relationships and moving forward. Healing relationships.
The Serenity Prayer Reinhold Niebuhr O God and Heavenly Father, Grant to us the serenity of mind to accept that which can-not be changed; courage to change that which can be changed, and wisdom to know the one from the other, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Let us all live this prayer in 2019.
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Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Sunday, December 16, 2018
Council Minutes
Members present: J ane Steinbach, Ir is Runck, Tom Runck, Brett Bleick , Ryan Lee, Diane Dreier , Val Rieke, Sharon
Lee, Pastor Kent Krumwiede, and Carol Johnson.
Members absent: Dolly Albrecht
President Brett Bleick called the meeting to order following worship services on Sunday, December 16, 2018.
Pastor Kent led us with devotions from Psalm 67 – How are we living into,” Blessed to be a Blessing? The purpose for us to
be blessed in order that we may be a blessing in our church, community and world.
Secretary’s Report – Motion made by Sharon and seconded by Val to accept the report as printed from the November 12
minutes. Motion passed.
Treasurer’s Report– It was decided to pay $5,000 plus interest back to the bank on the line of credit. Motion was made by
Sharon and seconded by Diane to pay back on the line of credit. Motion passed. Motion made by Val and seconded by Ryan to
accept the treasurer’s report as printed and presented. Motion passed.
Pastor’s Report- November 2018. Pastor is planning a family night in January for the Confirmation Class. He will be sending
out reminders via text and email. Congregational visits, Pastor is planning to meet with 3 to 4 families each week if possible.
He also would like to meet with each board/committee to evaluate the board /committee’s mission as it relates to the overall
mission of the parish.
Old Business
President Bleick will be working on staff reviews before the end of the year to make sure they are completed.
New Business
Review the constitution – on hold until the holidays are past. As part of the interim process, Our Saviors will need to re-
view our current constitution and update if needed.
Vacant council seats need to be filled: trustee, deacon and possible president and vice presidential candidates. Nominating
committee will be making some calls to potential candidates. May also need representatives to attend the Synod Conven-
tion in Redwood Falls in June.
Financials for annual reports will be due to Carol by the first half of January.
Budget discussion- Reviewed YTD expenses and proposed line items for the budget. Carol will put together the final year
end numbers for our final review at the January meeting.
Pastor Kent Krumwiede’s Letter of agreement has been signed by the Synod and is on file with them.
Tom Runck will make sure the usher’s list is updated and published for the New Year.
No other new business, meeting was adjourned.
Upcoming Events
1. Annual Meeting for Our Saviors – Sunday, February 6, 2019.
2. Equipping Congregation Day – February 23, 2019.
We closed with the Lord’s Prayer.
Next meeting will be Monday, January 14th at 7:00 pm at Our Saviors.
Minutes submitted,
Iris Runck
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Central Lutheran Church Council Meeting
December 16, 2018 Minutes
Members present: Lar ry Hanson, Jaime Case, Kathy Olson, Carol Case, Paul Bengston,
Rick Nesburg, Kevin Kokesch, Pat Hanson, Angela Evenson, Pastor Kent
Meeting called to order by President Dale Hanson
Secretary’s Report – Secretary’s Report was read by Jaime Case and approved by Kevin Kokesch and seconded by Larry
Hanson.
Treasurer’s Report – Report was printed for council review. Reports were approved.
Pastor’s Report - Pastor Kent gave his report. His service for December 30, 2018 will be a Healing and Wellness service.
OLD BUSINESS:
Custodians for upcoming year. The Case family will do the custodial duties for the months of January, February and
March 2019.
Parsonage Telephone: The phone service with CenturyLink has been disconnected.
Security Deposit for parsonage: Pastor Kent would like $50 taken from each pay check until the $500 deposit has been
paid. Approved by council. Larry will let Carol know.
Servicing Church Furnace: Not done yet.
NEW BUSINESS:
Heat & Sidewalk: Kevin Kokesch will take the first two weeks in January.
The Budget will be put together at next council meeting, once all the 2018 figures are available.
Thrivent Cards: Check with Farm Merchantile if an account can be set=up with the cards for future use in purchasing
paint, and other items for the parsonage.
Church Constitution – Pastor Kent is looking for volunteers to help in reviewing and updating the constitution for the
church. Suggested to contact Dave Distad to see if he would be interested in working with Pastor Kent.
Rick Nesburg advised Pastor Kent not to use the fireplace at the Parsonage, as it has not been used for sometime and not
sure what shape it is in. This will need to be looked into.
Christmas morning service will be communion with intinction.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Christmas Morning Services, 10:00 am
Annual Meeting, January 20, 2019 following worship; Alternate Date: January 27, 2019
Our Savior’s Annual Meeting February 3, 2019 - worship at Central will be at 9:00 am on this date
Equipping Congregation Day – February 23, 2019
There being no further business, motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Kathy Olson, and seconded by Paul Bengston.
We closed with the Lord’s Prayer
Next meeting will be held on January 13, 2019, following worship (NO POTLUCK)
Submitted by Jaime Case
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IF YOU ARE WONDERING IF THERE
WILL BE CHURCH SERVICE DUE TO
STORMS? LISTEN TO THE
FOLLOWING RADIO STATIONS:
KLGR—FM 97.7 (REDWOOD FALLS)
KNUJ—AM 860 (NEW ULM)
KJTS— FM 88.3 (NEW ULM)
Also check the Church’s website
for any weather updates!
JANURY ACOLYTE SCHEDULE:
Date: Our Savior’s Central 6 Parker Hunter
13 Billy Nikita
20 Brandon Hunter
27 Abigail Nikita
Annual Meetings are coming up! Both councils are looking for
volunteers to fill vacancies.
If you would like to be a part of the council or other committees,
please contact the church office, Pastor Kent, or the Council
Presidents: Brett Bleick and Dale Hanson.
MONTHLY COMMUNITY MEAL
AT OUR SAVIOR’S
January 30, 2019
5:00—6:30 pm
SIGN UP TO BRING FOOD, HELP SET-
UP, SERVE OR CLEANUP!
The meal is free to all that come. Free will
offering will be accepted, with those monies
going to future community meals to help
Food Pantry - Thrivent Card
Community Service Project for Confirmation
class to keep pantry stocked and cleaned.
Non-perishable food items, personal care items,
diapers, wipes, can be left at the church.
Using a Thrivent Card could be used to provide
these items for the Food Pantry.
An area would be designated for all donations.
Our Savior’s is looking for “home sewers” to help sew quilt tops in the coming months. If you can help, con-
tact Marlene Nestande. The women will be getting together after the Holidays to tie quilts, everyone is invit-
ed to join them. More information will be forthcoming on date and times.
Quilts made by Our Savior’s are distributed to the VA Hospital, other VA facilities and to veterans at home.
Quilts are also distributed to Safe Avenues.
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HERE ARE YOUR COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Council Members for Our Savior’s: Council Members for Central:
President: Brett Bleick Dale Hanson Vice President: Ryan Lee Angela Evenson
Secretary: Iris Runck Jaime Case Treasurer: Diane Dreier Larry Hanson
Deacons: Sharon Weber Kathy Olson Dolly Albrecht Pat Hanson Val Rieke Carol Case
Trustees: Tom Runck Kevin Kokesch Jane Steinbach Rick Nesburg
Paul Bengston
CENTRAL FINANCIAL
January-December 2018
Benevolence: $52,207.00
Other Income: $ 2,878.25
Expenses: - $55,734.02
-$ 648.77
STATISTICS
Date Attend Offering
12/2/18 22 $874
12/9/18 20 $405
Noisy Offering: $11.95
12/16/18 25 $1694
12/23/18 25 $760
12/24/18 - - $140
12/25/18 31 $1121
12/30/18 11 $770
Our Savior’s Financials
January – December 2018
Benevolence: $69,501.70
Other Income: $ 558.60
Reimb. From Central: $19,135.22
Total Receipts $89,195.52
Expenses: -$85,726.61
$ 3,468.91
Borrowed Funds: $10,000.00
Statistics
Date Attendance Offering
12/2/18 48 $2320
12/9/18 43 $1536
Noisy Offering: $79.79
12/16/18 98 $3692.74
12/23/18 56 $1068
12/24/18 180 $1780
12/25/18 - - $500
12/30/18 47 $3934
12/31/18 MAIL $1400
Thank you to all Back the Packers! We filled about 220 bags in December for
Renville County Schools. Our next month to fill back packs is March 2019.
If you are interested in helping, there will be a car pool leaving Our Savior’s each
Tuesday in March at 9:30 am for Olivia, and will be returning to Fairfax around
noon or so.
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Our Savior’s
Communion Servers:
January 7: Sharon Weber
January 21: Dolly Albrecht
February 4: Val Rieke
February 18: Sharon Weber
Ushers:
January: Paul Weikle*
Jim Schroeder Family
Alternate: Neal Albrecht
February: Wally Runck*
Wes Strain Family
Chance & Thea Knoll
Alternate: Jed Lutgen Family
(* denotes Head Usher)
If you are unable to serve,
please ask someone to fill in for
you.
Central
Communion Servers:
January: Pat Hanson
February: Carol Case
Ushers:
January: David Distad*
Nathaniel Distad
February: Harvey Hagen*
Donna Grewe
(* denotes Head Usher)
Altar & Flower Committee:
January: Sylvia Sather
& Pat Hanson
February: Rita Danielson
& Inga Beltz
2nd Dale & Miriam Borth
1st Harry Wojahn
2nd Kjersti Bastian
4th Michael Lee
Darren Snyder
5th Mitch Grams
6th Glen Lee 7th Valerie Rieke Marisa Lee 9th Todd Sather
Russ Weikle
Tinley Owens
11th David Distad
Donald Lee
Jordan Valdez
12th Will Pioske
16th Debi Helgren
17th Freya Bergman
18th David Deming
20th Larry Linsmeier
22nd Britta Bengtson
23rd Riley (Borth) Kindt
24th Ruben Flores
25th Shirley Frickson
Florene Rekstein
26th Shawna Kiecker
27th Sean Distad
28th Russell Boyum
Marlene Weikle
Jim Fahey
29th Lisa Lee
Lois Gilles
30th Brandon Albrecht
31st John Nestande
Congratulations to Neal and Katie
Albrecht, Claire and Levi on the
birth of the son and brother,
Graham Oakley Albrecht.
Born on December 6, 2018.
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Thank you to all who furnished flowers in Memory of or in Honor of
loved ones for our Christmas Holiday enjoyment.
Given By: In Memory or Honor of:
At Our Savior’s
Randy Albrecht Family Brady Albrecht
Cindy Fahey Parents
Phyllis Iverson &
Darwin & Sue Buerkle Family
Wally & Iris Runck Louis & Evelyn Runck
Tom & Lois Gilles Family
Nancy Blumhoefer Dennis Blumhoefer and Parents
Gary & Marcia Lee Our Parents
Mike Kemkes Family Jerry Kemkes
Harlan & Debi Helgren Loved Ones
Lila Anderson Loren Anderson & Deborah Grosam
Deb Nelson Ken Nelson
John & Val Rieke Our Parents
Leo & Jo Murphy Our Granddaughter—Brianna’s birthday