St. Jacob Lutheran Church...For June 2019 the receipts were $14,974.07 and expenses were $16,350.83 for a negative difference of $1,375.76. This brings the Year-to-Date receipts to

St. Jacob Lutheran Church

August Newsletter Growing and Sharing; Inviting and Caring

August 2019

Mark your Calendar

2 Thank You, Mission Inter

preter, Rally Day, School

tools

3 Sunday morning servants,

Alzheimer’s News

4-5 Council minutes

5 Pastor info, Wed schedule,

Senior choir, Men’s prayer

breakfast, Upcoming

events

6 Calendar

Thought of the Month

God knows best what cross

we need to bear, and we nev-er know how heavy someone else’s cross may be. We en-vy someone who is rich, with a cross of gold, adorned with jewels, but we do not know how heavy it is. We look at someone whose life seems so easy and who carries a cross covered with flow-

ers. Yet if we could actually test all the crosses we think

are lighter than ours, we would never find one better suited for us than our own.

J. R. Miller

From the Pastor LIFELONG LEARNERS "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey every-thing that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age." - Matthew 28:19-20 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ in the power of the life-giving Holy Spirit. The closing words of Jesus from the Gospel of Matthew, known as the Great Commission, are his powerful parting words to his disciples. We are to be a com-munity of faith through baptism. We are named, claimed and commissioned in the name of the Triune God for the purpose of growing this community of followers of Jesus Christ. We are, first and foremost, as disciples, lifelong learners gathered together in the presence of Jesus Christ. We are students of Jesus. Jesus is our teacher. Together we learn from Jesus and help teach one another in this com-munity of faith. Why does Jesus emphasize teaching the faith in the Great Commission? If we are to believe in Jesus, trust him with our lives, claim his promise of new and eternal life in his kingdom, and live our lives grounded in him and the values of his kingdom, then it stands to reason that we must sit at the feet of the master and come to know him. We come to know Jesus, his words and deeds, through the study of God's Word, especially the Gospels. We are formed as disciples of Je-sus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit as we engage God's Word. I invite and encourage you to avail yourselves of the opportunities to hear and study God's Word through worship and the educational ministries of the con-gregation. Hear and study at home as individuals. Hear and study at Saint Jacob in community. Individual study at home and corporate study in community go to-gether. The good people of your parish education team are working hard to cre-ate opportunities for learning the faith and growing as disciples of Jesus Christ. These opportunities for learning and growing will cover all ages. You are invited to have your life changed by Jesus. I know there are many wonderful things that you can be doing with your time. I know your salvation does not depend on your perfect attendance in Sun-day school. I know cultural trends tell us that Christian education is not important to the majority of Christians. But I also know that as faithful disciples of Jesus Christ we are not lemmings of a marginal faith. We know we are called to be life-long learners as his followers. We are called to be formed in the faith for the pur-pose of growing the community of Christ where others are formed as disciples. We, who have been saved by grace through faith in Christ on the cross, have been set free to joyfully gather in community in the presence of Christ to learn, to love, to grow, to share. The Lord bless you and keep you and lead you to life everlasting. Yours in Christ, Pastor David Eidson

On Sunday, August 25th at

9:00 a.m. St. Jacob Parish Ed-

ucation team will be celebrat-

ing RALLY DAY! Come join

us for games, prizes, and

meeting your new teachers.

Sunday school is for ALL ages.

Classes start at age 3 as our

beginners. We are looking for-

ward to seeing you in Sunday

school this year!

Salvation Army

School Tools

We are collecting supplies again this year beginning June 30-August 4. There is a blue barrel in the back of the sanc-tuary for your items. Supplies needed for K-12: Pencils (#2, Dixon or Ticonderoga), black & blue pens, Crayola colored pencils, Crayola markers, fold-ers, dry erase markers, Kleen-ex, wide ruled paper, Elmer’s glue sticks, Elmer’s white glue, three-ring binders, scissors, highlighters, pink erasers, book covers, composition note-books, pencil pouches, The supplies will be dispensed in late August to the schools.

Thank You

Thank you very much for my quilt. It is very neat and will be a great reminder of my church! I appreciate all of your time and ef-fort. Love, Taylor Spence

Thank you for the love and support throughout the years. I appre-ciate the quilt and I will keep it and remember all the fond memo-ries that come with it. Love, McKenzie Bertsch

*Additional thank you on bulletin board in office area:

Luther Home of Mercy, Genacross Lutheran Services

Mission Interpreter News “There are no young people here” is a com-

mon refrain as some worry about the future of the church. But young adults are indeed active across the ELCA and have powerful faith stories to share. College students are preparing to enter a society that has growing religious diversity and a rising number of attacks on places of worship moti-vated by religious hate. The duality of this context can make for a daunting entry into a religiously and culturally pluralistic world, and it’s one ELCA colleges and universities hope to help students navigate. Leaders at ELCA-affiliated schools believe graduates should have some interreligious knowledge and experience. This work is needed because the world desperately longs for more people who can cultivate hope instead of hate, reconciliation instead of division, and cooperation instead of conflict.

Half of the ELCA’s 26 colleges and universities are connected with the Interreligious Coordinating Committee. Interreligious engage-ment on these campuses ranges widely in academic and cocurricular settings. Capital University in Columbus, Ohio has created opportuni-ties for interreligious understanding for students outside of the class-room. Capital have opened dedicated spaces for interfaith prayer and meditation. “If we’re going to be committed to an interfaith experience, we must provide these spaces so these students can fully live their tradi-tion,” said Drew Tucker, campus pastor of Capital. Students who par-ticipate in the interreligious programs say they experience benefits in both their education and personal growth. Student say interreligious programming also makes them feel more equipped to interact and build relationships in a pluralistic world. Andrew Thompson, another recent Capital graduate, agreed: “Through interfaith partnerships, celebrations and dialogue together, I have been able to build deep relationships with folks from variety of religions traditions. Through this common ground built upon mutual affirmation and dialogue, I feel much more equipped to continue build-ing bridges between my spiritual context and other religious tradi-tions.” St. Jacob Mission Interpreter Nancy Martin

Sunday Morning Servants August 4 August 11 August 18 August 25

Readers (8am) Steve Elsass Ron Leininger Gloria Zwiebel Kantessa Stewart

Readers (10am) Krista Meyer Pastor Roger Lentz Kathy Fogt

Acolytes Deacon Deacon Deacon Deacon

Greeters N-open N–open N-open N-open

S-open S-open S-open S-open

Communion Asst Laura Brady Kelsey or Morgan Meyer

Blood Pressure Ck Elisa Strasser

WELCA News

We will be collecting Personal Care Kits for the Lutheran World Relief until Sunday, September 22nd. We can only accept complete kits. The kits include: • One light weight bath size towel (20”x40”to 52”x27”) dark color recommended • 2-3 bath size bars of soap totaling 8-9 oz (no mini hotel size bars, please) in original packaging • One adult-size toothbrush in it’s original packaging* • One sturdy comb (no picks or fine-toothed combs); remove packaging • One metal nail clippers (attached file optional); re-move packaging • Rubber bands, string, rib-bon or yarn to secure each Kit. • *toothbrush multi-packs may be used by sealing an individual toothbruch in a business size envelope; no plastic bags or wrap. Do not add other items or leave out any of the items listed. All items should be new in good condition. Wrap all the items in the towel and tie se-curely with ribbon or yarn. Do not enclose the Kit or any of its contents in plastic bags. A sheet is located in the back of the sanctuary with more in-formation. If you have any questions, please see Bonnie Schmidt, Lorrie Moniaci, Linda Pleiman, or Kathy Fogt. Also, located on the back table is information about the Biennial Convention on Friday & Saturday, September 20 & 21 at Ascension Lutheran Church, Cincinnati.and Nomination form for voting members for the Triennial Convention in 2020.

Alzheimer’s Team

We will be starting our raffle for the quilt by Jane Wahl (displayed in the back of the sanctuary) on Sunday, August 11th. The quilt was made in honor of the 2019 High School Graduates. The tickets will be $5each. You can purchase your tickets from Joyce Ike or Cheryl Pulfer. A table will be set up to purchase your tickets. Watch for more fundraising opportunities coming soon! Our team is registered on the Miami Valley Alzheimer’s website, so you may register to walk at anytime. Can you also donate on line as well. We will also have paper registration forms available soon. Come and join us on Saturday, September 21st at the Sidney/Shelby County court square to walk with us!

Church Council Minutes July 15, 2019

Members in attendance: Pastor Eidson Darrell Heintz Brad Pleiman Rick Ike Cheryl Pulfer Jerry Pleiman Dianne Cavinder Deb Christman Keith Elsass Steve Wildermuth Ann Huffman David Fogt Mitzi Eisenhardt Excused Members: Gathering Devotion by Pastor Eidson Secretary’s Report Roll Call was taken. The minutes from the June 17th, 2019 meeting were reviewed. Keith Elsass moved and Ann Huffman seconded to accept the Secretary’s Report. Motion passed. Financial Secretary’s Report For June 2019, the Current Offering was $16,766.55 and the Benevolence Offering was $2,210.00. The Capital Campaign collected $855.40. David Fogt moved, and Steve Wildermuth seconded to accept the Financial Secretary’s report. Motion passed. Treasurer’s Report For June 2019 the receipts were $14,974.07 and expenses were $16,350.83 for a negative difference of $1,375.76. This brings the Year-to-Date receipts to $102,761.09 and the expenses to $88,028.74 for a positive difference of $14,732.35. Keith Elsass moved, and Mitzi Eisenhardt seconded to accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion passed. Offering Our Gifts and Talents Trustee’s Report Jerry Pleiman stated they are getting quotes for the roof repair. Jerry said that they used video to check the sewer system.. The sewer lines looked fine. Lochards quoted a price of $1,500.00 for a backflow preventer to be in-stalled into the sewer line. This should help stop the flooding in the basement. Jerry also said the air conditioning has been repaired. Jerry also received a quote from Sommers for regrading and reseeding. The regrading will cost $1,490.00 The reseeding will cost $600.00. David Fogt motioned and Keith Elsass seconded to have Don Sommer regrade the empty lot. Motion passed. Rick Ike motioned and Keith Elsass seconded to have the lot seeded. Motion passed. Rick Ike moved and Keith Elsass motioned to go ahead and install the backflow prevent-er into the sewer line (not to exceed $1,500.00). Motion passed. Deacon’s Report Parish Ed- Keith Elsass reported that Darrell Heintz will be assisting with the confirmation class. Keith also said they are looking at starting a Sunday school class for the 20-40-year-old age group. Worship Team- Dianne Cavender reported that Linda Pleiman will not be at the August 25th service. Steve Elsass will play for the 8:00am service and Cody Limbert will play recorded music for the 10:00am service. Mitzi Eisen-hardt will be playing both services on September 15th as Linda will be out of town that day as well. The Vision Development Team- Has not met. The Benevolence/Christian Action Team- Nothing new to report. The Evangelism Team- Nothing new to report. Pastor’s Report Pastor Eidson reported that 9 students were confirmed in June. He had one funeral. Pastor Eidson made 13 home and hospital visits. Pastor will be on Vacation July 22nd thru July 28th. A Pastor has been secured to cover for that week. Admin. Report Cheryl Pulfer reported that we will have a supply pastor on July 28th (Pastor Willauer). We received a new AED. The pastor now has a computer. Cheryl reported that there are going to be changes to the Wednesday night schedule. Teen scene will be from 6:00 – 7:00; handbell from 7:00 – 7:45; and senior choir from 7:45 to 8:30. This will prevent overlapping and allow children to participate in teen scene and handbell.

Continuing Business President Heintz reported that he wants to get a group together to discuss the options for possibly replacing the piano. President Heintz said he will look at changing the constitutional amount that council can spend without congregational approval. The current amount of $2,000.00 is outdated and has not increased in many years. This will be brought up at the next congregational meeting. New Business Deb Christman stated the African Children’s Choir offering goal was $2,500.00. The offering collected Sunday totaled $2,140.00. David Fogt motioned and Rick Ike seconded for the church donate $360.00 to the Music for Life Institute (African Children’s Choir) to meet their goal. Motion passed. Envisioning Business The next Council Meeting will be held on Monday, August 19th, 2019 at 7:00pm. Respectfully Submitted, Brad Pleiman

Pastor David’s cell phone is 618-697-0445 and Cindi cell phone is 618-697-0446. There home address is 1018 Norwood Dr., Sidney, OH 45365

Wednesday Night Schedule St. Jacob Wednesday night schedule will be as follows: Teen Scene 6-7pm—open to ALL middle and high schoolers in the community (Starts September 4th) Hand Bell Choir 7-7:45pm—open to ALL Senior Choir 7:45-8:30pm—open to ALL

Senior Choir WE WANT YOU to join Senior Choir! Wednesday, September 11th, 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. We sing the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of the month. Hope to see you there!

Men’s Prayer Breakfast Men’s Prayer Breakfast is starting up the fall season on August 18th; every 3rd Sunday morning at 7:15 a.m. in the church basement. Come join us for breakfast, fellowship, devotion, and prayer time.

Upcoming Events August 4 Blood Pressure Ck 9-9:45 a.m. August 5 Parish Ed 6:30 p.m. August 13 Ruth Circle 7:30 p.m. August 18 Men’s Prayer Breakfast 7:15 a.m. August 19 Church Council 7:00 p.m. August 20 Worship Team 6:30 p.m. August 21 September Newsletter item due August 25 RALLY DAY 9:00 a.m. *Save the Date—September 21st Shelby County Alzheimer’s Walk

New Community Board Come check out the New Community Board in the Gathering Place! If you would like to post a community event, please drop off your write up to the church office. We will be happy to post it!

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

* Anniversary

1 Cayson Eisenhardt LouAnn Levi *Kevin & Betsy Hammergren

2

3 *Earl & Joyce Vance

4 Worship 8&10am Adult Sunday School 9am Blood Pressure Ck 9-9:45am Gene Billing

5

Parish Ed 6:30pm Dominic Consiglio Vincent Consiglio Virginia Fields Diane Frank Jasson Sniffin

6

*Jim & Sara Bertsch *Mike & Sharon Schnell

7

Marilyn Free Connor McCoy

8 Bart Bixler

9 Brandon Liess Austin Liess Jeff Watren

10 DJ Heintz Linda Pleiman Todd Steinke

11

Worship 8am Adult Sunday School 9am Basement rented Avery Shoffner *Keith & Rhonda Vance

12

13 Ruth Circle 7:30pm Scott Bertsch

14

Brad Lentz

15 Tim Lentz

16

17

18

Worship 8&10am Adult Sunday School 9am Men’s Prayer Breakfast 7:15am

19 Church Council 7:00pm LuAnn Rickert *Dustin & Amber Ike

20

Worship team 6:30pm June Barhorst

21 September News-letter items due Susan Bertsch Bryan Hoersten Madison Weiskittel

22

Jason Fogt Roger Lentz Maura Rose *Rick & Krista Withrow

23 Kaylie Kipp Andrew Prenger Charlotte Steinke

24 Abbey Lang

25 Worship 8&10am RALL DAY 9am

Liam Cooper Don Eisenhardt Jackson Kipp

26 *Jeff & Darana Lobaugh

27 Charles Elsass Kathy Hayes

28

29

30 Candy Consiglio

31 *Frank & Lisa Brady

St. Jacob Lutheran Church

101 W. Main St., P.O. Box 434

Anna, OH 45302

Phone: 937-394-4421

Email: [email protected]

Www.stjacoblutheran.com

Growing & Sharing: Inviting and Caring

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