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News for God’s people at Peace With Christ Lutheran Church August 2009

The earth brought forth vegetation, plants yielding seed according to their own kinds, and trees bearing fruit in which is their seed, each according to its kind. And God saw that it was good. Genesis 1:12

Pastor Patrick’s Pen ……………………………………………… TAG………………………………………………………………. LWML……………………………………………………………. Missions & Ministry……………………………………………... Marilyn’s Letter………………………………………………….. Youth News………………………………………………………. Book of Concord/Catechism Connection………..……………….. Habitat for Humanity……………………………………………... Meetings…………………………………………………………... “Thank You”……………………………………………………... Children’s Ministry……………………………………………….. Financial Update ………………………………………………….. Anniversaries …………………… ……………………………….. Birthdays. .…………………………..……………………………..

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FLOWERS FOR THE ALTAR Members are invited to sign up to place flowers on our altar for special occasions: in memory or honor of a loved one or a special event. Please sign up on the flower chart located in the Sunshine Hall and see posted guidelines for flowers.

PEACE WITH CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 1412 West Swallow Road Fort Collins, CO 80526 Phone: (970) 226-4721 Fax: (970) 204-1570 Email:[email protected] On the web:www.pwchrist-fc.org Prayer Chain: 229-1459

Pastor: Ralph Patrick Ministers: All Members Editor: Marcy Petago Youth Coordinator: Marilyn Lasich Prayer Chain Coordinator: Cheryl Harsen

Radio Broadcast: KCOL (600 AM), at 9:00 AM Sundays

Church Elders: Wes Nierman, Head Elder.. ……………………………………..………….….226-5936 Ray Kaiser, Worship Elder…………………………………….….…………....223-0987 Dan Krueckeberg, Staff Elder…………………………………….….…….… ..482-9545 Art Pforr, Elder……………………………………………………………… . .223-8533 Dan Prevedel, Elder...…………………………………………………………..204-4008 Michael Rohlfs, Elder………………………...…………….….…….…………482-2663

Church Council: President, Chad Hamilton Vice President, Larry Siegfried Secretary, Ernestine Munsey Treasurer, Lisa Bernhardt Education Chairman, Eric Petago Education Co-Chair, Jane Pennington Evangelism Chairman, Rhonda Kaiser Fellowship Co-Chairman, Kerri Fagan/Linda Siegfried Youth Ministry Chairman, Amy Hoy Missions & Ministry Chairman, Jerry Buchleiter Head Trustee, Fred Kropp Hands in Harmony Chairman, Betty Keeney Preschool Chairman, Kim Molzer

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Pastor Patrick’s Pen

“In many and various ways God spoke to the people of old by the prophets, but now in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son.” Hebrews 1:1-2 Dear Children of God, The Old Testament lessons this month focus our attention on four of the “major prophets” of the Old Testament. In light of this I have decided to devote my articles this year to the various prophets, and specifically the manner in which they directed the attention of God’s people to Christ. We begin with the most important of the prophets, Moses. In the lesson for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost from Exodus 16:215, we see Moses faced with a group of grumbling Israelites. They were unhappy about the food that they were eating while on their pilgrimage. Their complaining reminds us of at least two very important things; the first being that like them, we also grumble and complain. Think of something that has been especially irritating to you, be it about another person or something in the church, that has caused you to grumble. Though we may feel justified in this, in truth it is sin. For our grumbling is ultimately against the Lord. This is what Moses makes clear in verse eight of the lesson. God gives us an alternative to grumbling—it is prayer and the study of His Word. When we are tempted to grumble we should faithfully seek guidance in His word, and take our complaints and concerns to God in prayer.

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The Lord responded to the grumbling of His people by sending bread and quail from heaven (which, incidentally, they would also later grumble about). In grace He provided for their needs. This is a reminder of the providence of God, who provides us with all of our daily needs. But it also serves a much greater purpose, namely to point us to Christ, the Living Bread from heaven. Listen to part of the Gospel lesson for the first Sunday in August found in John 6: So they said to Him, “Then what sign do you do, that we may see and believe you? What work do you perform? Our fathers ate the manna in the wilderness; as it is written, ‘He gave them bread from heaven to eat.’” Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, it was not Moses who gave you the bread from heaven, but my Father gives you the true bread from heaven. For the bread of God is he who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” Clearly, Jesus is greater than Moses. For He does not only give living bread—He IS the living bread. As John says in the first chapter of his Gospel, “The law was given through Moses, but grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.” So we give thanks for Moses, this greatest of the Old Testament prophets. Not only for his works but for the word which he spoke, and thus directed us to our savior Jesus Christ. Peace be with you, pastor

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This month we welcome Reena Linke, our new parish worker, to Peace with Christ. Reena’s installation will be Sunday, August 2nd at both services. Reena majored in Theology and Church Music at Concordia University, St. Paul, MN. She then attended Boston University where she completed a Masters in Sacred Music Degree. Reena has a vast breadth of experience working in the church in a variety of capacities which she will be able to utilize here at Peace With Christ. Her primary responsibilities will include Campus Ministry, Children’s Ministry (including teaching music), and helping pastor with nursing home visits, and visits to the sick and shut-in members. We warmly welcome Reena into this caring Christian community of Peace With Christ!

TAG Tuesday Afternoon Group All older adults are welcome to attend the various activities and Bible studies of this Older Adult Ministry Group. Our meetings are the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. During the summer months we will only meet on the 1st Tuesday. Come and enjoy the fellowship. Tuesday, August 4th at 11:30am We will meet at the church at 11:30am and carpool to Gateway Natural Area for a picnic. It is 5.2 miles up Poudre Canyon and is wheelchair accessible. Bring a dish to share. Also bring lawn chairs and outdoor games. Tableware and drinks will be furnished.

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LUTHERAN WOMEN IN MISSION

♦ LWML will collect SCHOOL SUPPLIES for Ysleta

Mission through August 8th. Ron Thaemert will be delivering a truck filled with donated clothing, food, and other supplies for all those served by Ysleta! “Back to School” specials abound. Right now $1 can purchase 5 boxes of crayons, 5 bottles of glue, or 10 spiral notebooks. The kids at Ysleta need paper, pencils, pencil sharpeners, erasers, markers, rulers, crayons, glue and backpacks. The next time you’re out shopping, please pick up a few items for our Friends in Christ on the border. A basket is available for your donations in the Sunshine room. ♦ Cheryl Harsen has made a request for jelly jars and

pint-sized canning jars. These jars will be filled with delicious preserves, apple butter, etc. for LWML’s November Bazaar. If you have jars to donate, please see Cheryl or give her a call at #229-1459. ♦ The next regular LWML Executive Board meeting

will be Monday, August 31st beginning at 6pm in the home of Angela Myers. All ladies are welcome.

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MISSIONS & MINISTRY IT IS TIME AGAIN TO MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN FISH FEED SUNDAY, AUGUST 23RD AT NOON IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL. WE HAVE SUPPORTED THEM FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS. ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN IS A INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION HEAD QUARTERED IN NORFOLK, NE. THROUGH DONATIONS THEY SEND NEEDED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. THE LATEST IS HELPING SUPPORT AN ORPHANAGE IN LUGA, RUSSIA ALONG WITH 53 OTHER ORPHANAGES, FIVE PRISONS AND THREE HOSPITALS IN RUSSIA.

OTHER PROJECTS ARE COLLECTING BOOKS, MAKING QUILTS. ONE COLORADO HOSPITAL RECENTLY DONATED 50 BEDS. ONE CONTAINER WAS SHIPPED IN MARCH TO MONROVIA, LIBERIA CONTAINING WHEELCHAIRS, BIBLES, DEVOTIONALS, HYMNALS, AND PACKETS OF FOOD FOR THE KIDS AGAINST HUNGER PROGRAM. ONE CONTAINER COSTS $7,500.00 TO SHIP. PLEASE COME AND ENJOY THE MEAL AND BRIEF SLIDE PRESENTATION ON THEIR ACTIVITIES. DONATIONS WILL BE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED. THERE WILL BE A SIGN-UP SHEET IN THE NARTHEX SUNDAY, AUGUST 2ND. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT NANCY MOORE.

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Dear PWC Family,

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What did I learn from the Higher Things SOLA trip? It’s hot, humid and muggy in San Antonio! The cockroaches are BIG! And we never know how any day will go! Plans we make may not always work out and there may be a lesson we need to learn. Does God or His Word promise any of us that we will always get what we want or that things will go the way we want them too? Nope – no promise of that. Maybe like Paul we need to learn to be content with the circumstances we find ourselves in. (Philippians ”, 4:11 - 13). Life is full of disappointments, “I wish I could have and “I wanted to ”; if we allow these disappointments to weigh us down then we lose our joy in life. If we can learn to “go with the flow”, “take things as they come” and grow from these experiences that come our way then we are better able to cope with each new situation that presents itself. Negativity has a way of spreading rapidly but being positive and cheerful also is contagious! As we face a time when we are disappointed by circumstances and events it helps to take a moment and think “is this really going to matter tomorrow? Next week? Next year? For eternity?” Probably not-what will matter is that Christ died for your sins and mine. We live because He freely died for us and is our Savior. He wants us to live joyfully and fully in His grace everyday no matter what the circumstances. That is one thing that I hope I learned in San Antonio. I again learned to trust in the Lord and know that He is in control of all things. I pray that all those able to attend the conference grew in their faith and will continue to remain faithful. I do know that we at PWC are blessed to have wonderful, faithful young adults in our midst. Please continue to pray for them, each other, our congregation, and the staff. I will continue to keep you and our congregation in my prayers. May God grant you a blessed and peace-filled day! In Christ, Marilyn

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YOUTH NEWS

Waterskiing - The Fosters have invited the youth members and parents to a waterskiing party at their home on Saturday, August 1st from 10am - 2pm. Plan to have fun - wear your swim suit, bring sunscreen, a towel and a side dish to share! Sign-up! Hike - This may be the last hike of the summer on Saturday, August 15th (school starts three days later). Meet at PWC at 9:00am - bring a water bottle, lunch, backpack, raingear, sunscreen, bug repellant, and wear sturdy shoes. Please Sign-up. Kick-off Events - August 29th, sign-up to join us as we plan upcoming events and talk about ideas for the coming year. Confirmation Age Youth: 11:00am, planning and pizza/cookie baking. Senior High Youth: 1:00pm join Confirmation youth for volleyball and other games. Then at 3:00pm senior high planning. PWC “Olympics II” - Plan to help with the Sunday School Education Rally on September 13th. We will plan a BBQ and games for the Olympics. We will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 2 and 9th to plan and have a Bible Study. Sign-Up!

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Reading from the Book of Concord We might be under the mistaken impression that after the Augsburg Confession, and the “split” with Rome, everyone lived “happily ever after”. That is certainly not the case. The “Lutherans” were attacked both from the outside, and from within. The Formula of Concord addresses some of the controversies that were dealt with in the years following the Augsburg Confession and Luther’s Death. For the next few months we will focus our reading on this document. We will begin on page 521 of “Concordia; The Lutheran Confessions” with the editor’s introduction. 1. What is the meaning of “antinomian”? What was the controversy? 2. What is the meaning of “Adiaphora”? How is this word misused or mis-applied in the Lutheran church today? 3. What is “Christ’s Righteousness”? Who were the two proponents of false teaching, and what exactly did they teach? 4. What is the right understanding of Christ’s Righteousness? 5. Why is this teaching so comforting to Christians?

Catechism Connection: Christian Questions with Their Answers Following the Table of Duties, which we reviewed last month, comes the wonderful section entitled “Christian Questions with Their Answers.” This is a terrific resource, especially in reference to helping us prepare for communion. Please take time not only to read, but to ponder and perhaps use these questions as part of your communion preparation.

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Local Mission: Habitat for Humanity: PWC is teaming with Zion Lutheran to support several build days with the Habitat for Humanity/Thrivent Builds/Thrivent Financial for Lutherans building a home for the Thompson family. The build days assigned to PWC/Zion are August 29 and September 20th. The house being built is in the process of being dry walled. The September 20th date is just before the final dedication and will consist of final touch ups and cleaning. There are several ways to volunteer. To sign up and help with construction visit the Habitat for Humanity web site (http://www.fortcollinshabitat.org/) and signup to work. Volunteers are needed for the assigned days and additional help is always welcome anytime. You must be 16 years or older to volunteer and ages 16-18 require a parent signature. If you feel you do not know about construction, then fear not as onsite training is provided. PWC/Zion are providing lunch to the volunteers on the assigned days, so helping to provide and serve food is an alternative for helping. Finally, we are trying to fill the pantry for the Thompson family as a welcoming to their new home. Any non-perishables or household items that you could provide would help with this gesture of generosity. Any questions please contact Mike Allison (223-5284).

As a fund raiser for the Habitat for Humanity/Thrivent Builds/ Thrivent Financial for Lutherans building a home for the Thompson family, Habitat for Humanity is having a shred-it day at the Foothills Mall (ROSS parking lot) on August 29 from 9 a.m.-12 pm. For a reduced fee you can shred paper and recycle electronics, TV and monitors. Please check out the flyers by the mailbox or read one hanging on the bulletin board on the hall towards the kitchen. Volunteers are welcome for helping. 11

Confirmation and Church Parent Planning Meeting ALL PARENTS OF Peace With Christ are invited and encouraged to attend a planning session on Wednesday, August 5th at 7:00pm. Pastor and the elders are looking at a new approach to confirmation and communion, and sincerely desire your input. Please plan on coming to this very important gathering!

Family EDucation Night ED (FED Night)

Back to school is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to think about FED nights once again! There will be an organizational meeting on August 5th at 5:30pm for anyone interested in helping this year. Also - if your group would like to sponsor a FED night meal as a fund-raiser, we’d love to have you do so! Be thinking about this and more information on signing up will be forthcoming. The first night for FED is planned for September 9th. Plan to put Wednesday evenings in your family schedules this year.

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Rocky Mountain Lunch Meeting BACK TO SCHOOL Hard to believe it, but it’s true. Time to start thinking about the Rocky Mountain Lunch program again! To do so we will have a “Celebration and Planning Lunch” on Thursday, August 6th at noon. Everyone interested is invited. Please bring a salad, side-dish, or dessert. The meat will be provided.

Thank you What a pleasant and unexpected surprise it was to be welcomed back from vacation with the reception and cake for our 25th anniversary. That was so thoughtful and kind of all of you! We deeply appreciate your love, and your many cards and kind words! Thank you to the elders for organizing, to Betty and Linda for “hosting”, and for everyone who helped with the table set-up and the serving. God bless our dear family at Peace With Christ, and thank you SO much! Pastor & Pat (And by the way, the Columbarium really

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CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

Dr. Jan Lohmeyer met with the newly formed early childhood education committee on July 17th. Additionally, members of church council and the board of elders were present. At the meeting, Dr. Lohmeyer provided an interpretation of the demographic study done by LCEF and explored the feasibility of providing an early childhood program at PWC. Based on information provided and the time commitment required to pursue this endeavor, the committee is considering bringing Dr. Lohmeyer back to complete the feasibility study. In order to do this Dr. Lohmeyer would conduct surveys of the community and congregation to determine the need/ interest. Furthermore he would explore potential financial support/funding, market for potential students, provide a facilities evaluation and case for support. Dr. Lohmeyer would then provide a final written report and a presentation to the church council/congregation to provide the findings of the study. Dr. Lohmeyer would also provide us with his professional opinion as to what we should be pursuing at PWC. If you have any questions or would like to be involved with the committee pursuing this endeavor, please contact Ryan Behm at 222-5678, Eric Petago at 581-8705 or Renee Hein at 402-9670. 14

“Invasion of Brule” It was a huge success! We had a wonderful time and were able to complete all but one of the jobs and even managed to add a few extra jobs. The people of Brule were welcoming and appreciative, the food was great, the youth and other volunteers worked hard and cheerfully, the weather was beautiful and of course the Dickmander family was gracious and wonderful as always. The members of St. John’s are faithful and caring, there were no major injuries and it was a blessing for them and us to be able to do this event! We enjoyed the fellowship, swimming, friendships (old & new) and worshiping together. Thank you for your support and prayers - Marilyn

Scrip Fundraiser Parents - please sign-up to help with scrip sales during the summer months. If we can have scrip available on the first and third Sunday that would be a great help - Thanks! We have many cards for immediate purchase and you may order any available card and receive it the following Sunday. Stop by the Youth Table and see what is available. Thank you for supporting the Youth! 15

The Lutheran Chorale is excited to start it’s 2009-2010 season. We will be starting rehearsals on Monday, September 14 at 7:15pm at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2100 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood PLEASE JOIN US. We will be holding auditions on 9/14 and 9/21 at 6:30pm. Please call Wes Broderius at 303-526-2607 or David Hodel at 303-551-2822 to set up an audition. A prepared piece is not required. Our first concerts of the season will be Saturday, October 24 at 7:00pm at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1701 W. Caley Ave., Littleton and Sunday, October 25 at 7:30pm at Concordia Lutheran Church, 13371 W. Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood. Tickets will be available at the door. Cost $12 Adults, $10 Seniors/Students, $25 Family. The Southeast Metro Thrivent Chapter will be matching funds for our October 24 concert. The South Jeffco Thrivent Chapter will be matching funds for our October 25 concert. For more information please contact Linda Thompson at 303-666-6642.

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FocusOn Estate Conservation is a free educational workshop that can help you gain a better understanding of the steps you can take to: Manage your assets during your lifetime. Transfer assets smoothly and reduce family stress. Make sure your wishes are carried out. The one-hour educational workshop will be presented by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans representatives Ryan M. Behm and Nancy J. Behm. When: August 14th at 6pm and August 15th at 10am Where: Good Samaritan Society Fort Collins Village, 508 West Trilby Road Complimentary refreshments will be served after the workshop. Sign up for this free workshop today! Contact Ryan Behm @ 970-266-1700 / [email protected] or Nancy Behm @ 970-225-6586 / [email protected] by August 12th to reserve your spot. 16

LFS Volunteers Needed to assist with child care for our Foster Parent Support Group on the third Thursday of every month from 6:00-8:00pm at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Fort Collins. Anyone interested should contact Carrie Landers @ 970-2321161 or [email protected]. Candlelight Dinner Theatre Supports LFS Thank You to those attended the performance on June 19 of the Wizard of OZ at the Candlelight Dinner Theatre. The agency will be receiving a check for $650 through their “Candlelight Cares” program which will be used for support of the various ministries of LFS. In the fall LFS will again be a “Candlelight Cares” agency for a performance of Phantom, so watch for this announcement in early September.

**************************************************** BLUEBERRIES - ENJOY ALL YEAR During the summer blueberries ripen from June through August depending on the variety. Take advantage of this delicious berry by freezing some for the winter. Pulling out summer blueberries in the winter to make muffins, pancakes, waffles, or pie is a real treat. Unwashed blueberries will stay fresh for up to two weeks in the refrigerator if kept dry. If a recipe calls for a can of blueberries, you may make your own by using 2-1/2 cups of fresh blueberries, 1 tablespoon corn starch, 1-1/2 teaspoons of lemon juice, and 1/8 cup of water. Cook until thickened and clear. Cool before using as a substitute. Freezing Blueberries: Place dry unwashed, and unsweetened berries in freezing containers or plastic bags. Seal and freeze. The berries will freeze individually and pour out like marbles. Tip: When using frozen berries in your baking, do not thaw, always add frozen so they will not “bleed” in your baked goods.

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO .… Claude & Donna France Charles & Nancy Spillman Art & Martha Pforr Larry & Linda Siegfried Larry & Lori Carillo Scott & Lori French Monte & Deb Caskey Mike & Jodi Allison Bruce & Darcie Votipka Jerry & Sara Buchleiter Loren & Sharon Wiesner

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We apologize if we missed your anniversary. Please notify the church office to update.

Financial Update As of June 2009 2009 budget: $359,000.00 Year-to-date total PWC income: $165,406.68 Year-to-date total PWC expenses: $170,548.32 Net Income: -$5,141.64

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HAPPY AUGUST BIRTHDAY TO……. Julie Eberhard Chris France Nicholas Sampson Corrie Kaiser Dianne Kettelson Laurel Scheiwe Kerri Loesche Austin Jesser Michael Rohlfs Richard Salisbury Spencer Yeldell Kathy Daugherty Cassie Fiscus Richard Lund Ryan Behm Hazel Maiorka Anne Yeldell Connie Jurischk Dylan Nierman Lorraine Schipper Myah Boehnke Owen Dahmer Marina Rohlfs Andrew Sampson Carsten Mueller Chris Dunker Barbara Prenzlow Kevin Howell Joy Bauder Michael Stabnow Colin Fagan Danny Juchartz Brian Saboy Dennis Vanatta Krissy Petago Michelle Juchartz Mark Leising Andrea Chandler Deborah Chandler Jan Achziger Olivia Sampson

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