"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son,
that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."John 3:16 (NIV)
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Our mission is to equip and encourage followers of Christ to share the love of Jesus with people in our community and in the world so that all may have eternal life. |
As we celebrate our freedoms as a nation this Independence Day—
here is some food for thought....
What would have happened had Moses tried to figure out what was needed to accomplish God's command?
One of the biggest mathematical miracles in the world was required in the desert. Moses led the people of Israel to the desert. What was he going to do with them? They had to be fed, and feeding 3½ million people required a lot of food. According to the U. S. Army's Quartermaster General, Moses needed 1,500 tons of food a day, filling two freight trains each a mile long.
For cooking the food it took 4,000 tons of wood and a few more freight trains each a mile long—just for one day! And they were 40 years in transit!
For drinking and washing dishes, it took 11,000,000 gallons each day.
They had to get across the Red Sea in one night. If they went on a narrow path, double file, the line would be 800 miles long and require 35 days and nights to get through. To cross in one night there had to be a space in the Red Sea 3 miles wide so they could wlak 5,000 abreast.
A campground the size of Rhode Island, or a total of 750 square miles was required every day!
Do you think Moses figured this all out before he left? I think not. You see, Moses believed in God. He had faith that God would take care of everything. Each of us can rejoice—we have the same God!
May God continue to bless America and our world with His peace.
Your Friend in Christ,
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JULY 2008
Sunday 01 7:30 am Worship/Communion
10:00 am WorshipMonday 02 6:15 pm Evening Bible Class Thursday 05 9:30 am Board of Evangelism Saturday 07 7:00 pm Worship Sunday 08 7:30 am Worship
8:30 am Coffee
10:00 am Worship/Communion
11:00 am CoffeeMonday 09 6:15 pm Evening Bible Study Tuesday 10 LWR (Lutheran World Relief) Quilters Wednesday 11 7:00 pm Board of Elders Saturday 14 7:00 pm Worshi/Communion Sunday 15 7:30 am Worship/Communion
8:30 am Coffee
10:00 am Worship
11:00 am CoffeeMonday 16 6:15 pm Evening Bible Study Saturday 21 7:00 pm Worship Sunday 22 7:30 am Worship/Communion
8:30 am Coffee
8:30 am Voter's Meeting
10:00 am Worship
11:00 am CoffeeMonday 23 Family Fun Day at the Dells
Leaving church at 6:30 am returning at 8:00 pm
6:15 pm Evening Bible StudyTuesday 24 9:00 am DEADLINE NEWSLETTER ITEMS
10:00 am LWR QuiltersSaturday 28 7:00 pm Worship/Communion Sunday 29 7:30 am Worship/Communion
8:30 am Coffee
10:00 am Worship
11:00 am CoffeeMonday 30 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Horseback Riding
6:15 pm Evening Bible Study
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OUR WORSHIP SCHEDULE WINTER
Sunday at 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.MEMORIAL DAY through LABOR DAY
Saturday 7:00 p.m. and Sunday 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. NOW!HOLY COMMUNION - Celebrated every Sunday at alternate services:
SPECIAL SERVICES - As required
- 1st and 3rd Sundays in the 7:30 a.m. service
- 2nd and 4th Sundays in the 10:00 a.m. service, and
- 5th Sunday at both services.
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FELLOWSHIP
There are many opportunities to serve and share in Christian Fellowship:
- Choir
- LWML (Lutheran Women's Missionary League)
- Martha Society
- Quilters for Lutheran World Relief
- Altar Guild
- The Friendship Circle
- S.O.S. (Serving Our Savior) Youth group
- Bible Studies (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday)
- Thrivent
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OUR LOCATION
FROM THE SOUTH and EAST:
Continue into Eagle River on Hwy. 45 or on Hwy. 70 E until you reach the flashing stop sign (Nelson Hardware will be on your left). Turn right onto Silver Lake Road and we are on your right, 2 blocks North. Park in the street or in our lot at the rear of the church.
FROM THE WEST:
Continue into Eagle River on Hwy. 17 staying in the right lane. Continue in right lane until you pass McDonalds (on your left), continue straight through the traffic lights until you can turn left on S. 4th Street (approximately 5 blocks). Turn left and go one block to E. Wall Street. Turn right and go one block to Flashing stop sign. Turn left onto N. Silver Lake Road. Continue straight ahead for 2 blocks, we are on your right. Parking in the street or in the rear of the church in our lot.
FROM THE NORTH:
Continue into Eagle River on Hwy. 45 until you reach the 4th set of traffic lights. You will have crossed over the river and begun making a curve to the right. Get into the left-turn lane before the lights. At the lights, turn left going between the Friendship House (on your left) and McDonalds (on your right). Continue straight until you reach the 4-Way, flashing stop (Nelson Hardware will be on your right). Turn left onto Silver Lake Road. We will be on your right, 2 blocks up. Park in the street or in our lot at the rear.
- PLEASE DRIVE SAFELY and RESPONSIBLY -
You have come this far, we'd love to meet you face to face.
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News from the Director of Christian Education
Manic Mondays are back!
Manic Mondays are for all youth entering the 7th grade in the fall of 2008 through 12th grade. There is an activity planned for most Mondays in the summer, here is a tentative schedule. Watch the bulletin or contact me for changes and updates.
June 23 Noah's Ark in Wisconsin Dells 6:30 am-8:00 pm cost is $30.00 plus money for dinner and spending money at the park. June 30 Horseback riding from 1-3 pm, cost is $15.00 July 7 Paintball, 12-3 pm, cost is $15.00 July 14 Go-carts 1-3 pm July 21 Bond Falls 12-4 pm July 28 Camp Luther for an afternoon of swimming, canoeing, kayaking. 12-3 pm August 4 Vacation Bible School August 11 Last day - trip to Crystal Lake for picnic 10-3 pm
God's continued blessings.
Together in His Service
Debbie Vought
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| LCpl | Trevor J. Christensen |
Marine Son of Vicki and Dave Christensen Boyfriend of Cassy Pluedeman Light Amored Vehicle Specialist in Iraq Discharge 2009 |
| Sgt | Jessica Hasenberg |
Air Force Requisition Specialist Daughter-in-law Jerry and Pat Hasenberg in North Dakota Discharge 2008 |
| Sgt | Kyle Holdmann |
Marine Canine Specialist - Master in Rhinelander |
| PSC | Kevin Kollman |
Air Force Convoy Specialist Nephew of Roger and Carol Pluedeman in Italy Discharge 2010 |
| PVT | Kenneth Olson |
in Iraq Brother of Katie Olson |
| WO | Jerry Pick |
Marine Communications Specialist Grandson of Ken and Joan Holdmann |
| Sgt | Andrew Sullivan |
Air Force Helicopter Mechanic Future Son-in-law to Steve and Marge Favorite discharge 2009 |
A bit of history…
Services were held in the American Legion building when our Savior Lutheran Church was organized in the fall of 1955 as a mission church. The ladies met in members’ homes, and with the spiritual help of Pastor Bolin, chose the name MARTHA SOCIETY with a mission to serve the Lord. They immediately assumed the care of the altar and visited the sick. During 1956 they formed the constitution and by-laws.
Our first church was completed in 1959. The ladies then felt they would like to become part of LWML as they had a “home” to invite LWML ladies for rallies. Early in March 1960 we became a part of LWML. We participate in giving of our ‘mites’ monthly to help fund our District’s missions.
The present…
When the need arises, our ladies are ready to help, with the last few years raising approximately $3,000 annually to fund special endeavors. Yearly we host a Card Party/Salad Luncheon, a White Elephant/Bake Sale and a Christmas Cookie Walk. We also provide requested funeral luncheons. Money is distributed to our Concordia Seminaries, in both St. Louis and Fort Wayne—Lutheran Bible Translators—Lutheran Heritage Foundation—Lutheran Counseling & Family Services and many others including disaster relief and our own Social Ministry.
Our Committees consist of:
Altar Guild – alternating women serve monthly
Kitchen – keep kitchen clean and stocked with supplies
Love ‘n Care – visit sick and shut-ins
Quilts – cut squares and make quilts for LWR
Special Sales – sell Christian cards/napkins
Stamps – cancelled stamps are saved for missions
Sunshine – cards are sent to shut-ins and bereaved
We help out where we can at Camp Luther—present food baskets for shut-ins at Christmas—annually pack boxes of quilts, sweaters and soap for Lutheran World Relief. Join our circle of ladies of all ages for dessert & coffee and fun & fellowship each 2nd Wednesday of the month at noon. Be our guest!
PLANNED ACTIVITIES
July 18 and 19 our annual "Attic Sale/Bake Sale" (Formerly known as the White Elephant and Bake Sale). Mark your calendars-more discussion at our June picnic/meeting. Watch next newsletter for details.
NEWS and NOTESThis area of Our Savior's Website is dedicated to bits and pieces of news, |
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SERVANT OPPORTUNITIES - Volunteers are ALWAYS needed. If you feel moved to help us or to get involved with the work of the congregation, please contact the church office at 479-6226 and let them know. Thank You HELP! - Need a little help for a special task? Or would you like to make yourself available to assist others in one of the following areas. Please give one of these folks a call:
Rides (Medical, Shopping, Church) Judy Jousma 479-5805
Handy person or helper Theresa Berkelman 479-1412
Light housekeeping Doris Marquard 479-2180
Prayer Chain Pastor or the church's
Office Administrator 479-6226
SAVE YOUR ALUMINUM CANS - Our Youth are collecting cans for recycling. If you have cans to donate, please bring them to the church and place them in the mesh bin behind the garage. Please bring aluminum cans only. Thank you for your support. FLOWERS - When you sign up for flowers for the Altar, Pulpit or Lectern (Brass stands), please sign up early. Soneone will call you for the reason for the gift (birthday, memorial anniversary, etc.). This will insure that recognition for the gift will be in the bulletin. JUST A REMINDER: The cost of flowers is your responsibility, the church does not provide them free of charge, so make sure you use the envelopes provided at the flower calendar for your money. Thank You. CANCELLED STAMPS - ALUMINUM POP CLIPS
WORDS TO LIVE BY - Our "Words to Live By" radio broadcast is one of our greatest tools for Evangelism. This certainly is in keeping with God's command to "Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation." (Mark 16:15) UPDATES
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GOD SAYS | BIBLE VERSES |
| "It's impossible" | All things are possible | Luke 18:27 |
| "I'm too tired" | I will give you rest | Matthew 11:28-30 |
| "Nobody really loves me" | I love you | John 3:16, 34 |
| "I can't go on" | My grace is sufficient | 2 Corinthians 12:9, Psalm 91:15 |
| "I can't figure things out" | I will direct your steps | Proverbs 3:5-6 |
| "I can't do it" | You can do all things | Philippians 4:13 |
| "I'm not able" | I am able | 2 Corinthians 9:8 |
| "It's not worth it" | It will be worth it | Romans 8:28 |
| "I can't forgive myself" | I Forgive you | 1 John 1:9, Romans 8:1 |
| "I can't manage" | I will supply all your needs | Philippians 4:19 |
| "I'm afraid" | I have not given you a spirit of fear | 2 Timothy 1:7 |
| "I'm always worried and frustrated" | Cast all your cares on ME | 1 Peter 5:7 |
| "I don't have enough faith" | I've given everyone a measure of faith | Romans 12:3 |
| "I'm not smart enough" | I give you wisdom | 1 Corinthians 1:30 |
| "I feel all alone" | I will never leave you or forsake you | Hebrews 13:5 |
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OUR SAVIOR'S HISTORY |
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May 1955 |
- 25 people met with President Goetz, Rev. W.F. Ludwig and Rev. Richard Bolin. |
| Oct 1955 | - Congregation organized with LCMS. Name chosen and model constitution adopted. |
| Jan 1956 | - Rev. Richard Bolin called as pastor. |
| May 1956 | - Property purchased for church site. |
| Oct 1957 | - Rev. Donald Winter called as pastor. |
| Jul 1958 | - Dedication of new church. |
| Jan 1960 | - Congregation reached 50 communicants: average attendance 40. |
| Feb 1960 | - Initial payment of $2,000 made on total debt of $27,000. |
| Jun 1960 | - Rev. John Israel called as pastor. |
| Jun 1966 | - Candidate Arthur Calleson called as pastor. |
| May 1973 | - Rev. A.W. Ludwig installed as first resident pastor. |
| Sep 1973 | - Mortgage burned. 215 communicants. |
| Oct 1978 | - Cost of new church set at $265,700; ground-breaking for new building. |
| Aug 1979 | - Church dedicated; 295 communicants. |
| Oct 1983 | - New organ installed. |
| Dec 1990 | - Pastor A.W. Ludwig retired; 369 communicants. |
| May 1991 | - Pastor William Trosien installed. |
| Oct 1992 | - Debt retired. |
| Apr 1994 | - Building addition approved; cost $230.000. |
| Aug 1994 | - Nancy Franke hired as part-time DCE. |
| Apr 1995 | - Addition dedicated. |
| Dec 1996 | - Deaconess Cathi Wurster installed as DCE. |
| Sep 1997 | - Lot East of church purchased for $40,000. |
| Oct 2002 | - Debbie Vought installed as DCE. |
| Sep 2003 | - Lot South of church purchased for $43,000. |
| Nov 2006 | - Lutheran Service Book dedicated and placed into service. |
Please, take this opportunity to sign our Guestbook.
Perhaps you have a question about our church or worship.
Maybe a question for Pastor Bill.
This is your opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
June 24, 2008
