Schedule
Dec. 8 @ 9:15 a.m. Worship
Dec. 11 @ 6:30 a.m. Choir, 7:00 p.m. Council Meeting
Dec. 12 @ 7:00 a.m. Circle of Stones
Dec. 15 @ 9:15 a.m. Worship

Announcements

• Circle of Stones Dec. 12 at 7:00 at Sue Rollins.
• We have ordered 2 nice large poinsettias from the flower shop for the altar area for Christmas. If you would like to contribute to these bouquets in memory of a loved one or honor a loved one this Christmas, please sign the sheet that will be on the back table at church. A suggested contribution would be 10 to 15 dollars. Thanks. – The Sanctuary Committee
• Santa’s Sleigh for YMC Family Services is requesting your support. Please refer to the poster on the bulletin board.

Joys and Concerns

• Concerns: Andrew Wagner, friends and family of Colleen Frey (who passed away on Saturday), people who are ill and dealing with coughs, people dealing with depression, and dismantling of Fucashema reactor.
• Joys: Zieskes are here, article in paper regarding Gene’s Photo exhibit, those who helped last Sunday, Thanksgiving Eve Service at St. Andrews (both choir and congregation, and Thanksgiving with family.

Schedule

• Dec. 1 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship/Communion Hanging of Chrismons; 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Budget brunch; 6:00 p.m. Confirmation Class
• Dec. 4 @ 6:30 p.m. – Choir
• Dec. 8 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship
• Dec. 12 @ 7:00 p.m. – Circle of Stones at Sue Rollins

Singing Opportunities:
YME Holiday Choir Concert, Monday, December 16 at 8 p.m.
Community Caroling December 18 at 5:30 p.m.. Refer to sheets on back tables for further information.

Announcements:

• We have ordered 2 nice large poinsettias from the flower shop for the altar area for Christmas. If you would like to contribute to these bouquets in memory of a loved one or honor a loved one this Christmas, please sign the sheet that will be on the back table at church. A suggested contribution would be 10 to 15 dollars. Thanks.
• The Sanctuary Committee
• Santa’s Sleigh for YMC Family Services is requesting your support. Please refer to the poster on the bulletin board.
• Hazel Run Lutheran Church Annual Men’s Oyster Stew Supper will be Wednesday, Dec. 4, with serving beginning at 4:30 pm. See announcement on bulletin board.

Joys and Concerns

• Concerns: Philippines, clean up Fukishma, Rachelle’s fiancé, ongoing safety for Iraq and Afghanistan, and LaVonne’s sister, Ruth.
• Joys: Happy Thanksgiving, bright sunshine on a cold day, Jeremy getting to see family this week, thanks to Julia and Laura allowing John to be gone, Rachelle’s Mom is doing well and glad to be back in church and advent preparation.

Schedule

• November 17 9:15 a.m. Worship
• November 18 Encounter Deadline for Dec.
• November 24 9:15 a.m. Worship, Stewardship Meeting
• November 27 7:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve Service St. Andrews Catholic Church
• November 28 HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Announcements

• Santa’s Sleigh for YMC Family Services is requesting your support. Please refer to the poster on the bulletin board.

Joys and Concerns

• Concerns: Dave Tengwall family, Eileen Wolkow, Lavonne’s sister, Ruth Geihl, people in the Philippines, remember Veterans in particular veterans of WWII.
• Joys: Kamden, high school musical, and family.

Schedule

• November 10 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship/Baptism
• November 12 @ 7:00 p.m. – Circle of Stones at LaVonne Koenen’s
• November 13 @ 6:30 p.m. – Choir, 7:00 p.m. – Council Meeting
• November 17 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship

Announcements

• Congratulations on the Baptism today for Kamdin Lynn Varpness. Fellowship hour will be held in her honor by her family.
• Santa’s Sleigh for YMC Family Services is requesting your support. Please refer to the poster on the bulletin board.
• The Prairie Arts Chorale presents their 2013 fall concert series “For the Sake of the Children”. Featured selections include “Prayer of the Children” and “Calling My Children Home” and children’s choirs will join in singing “Look at the World”. Local performances are on November 15 at 7:30 pm at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Marshall, November 16 at 7:30 pm at Unity Christian Reformed Church in Prinsburg or November 17 at 4:00 pm at Faith Lutheran Church in Morris. Visit http://www.prairieartschoraleorg/ for more sites and information.

Joys and Concerns

• Concerns: Eileen Wilcow, family of Jen Betzen, Terry’s cousin Daryl, Syria and refugees, and Terry Smogard.
• Joys: Joy of grandchildren, beautiful morning, beautiful sunrise, joy of Dinner At Your Door drivers, Ruby and Audrey had birthdays, joy of celebrating confirmation with granddaughter and joy of new intern organist!

Please see document attached.

NOVEMBER ENCOUNTER COMPLETE.doc

Schedule

• November 3 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship/Communion
• November 6 @ 6:30 p.m. – Choir
• November 10 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship, Baptism Service

Announcements

• November 3 is the Annual Hog Roast Dinner at The First Congregational United Church of Christ in Montevideo. See poster on bulletin board.
• November 4 at 6:00 p.m. “Cyber Safety – Catching Up With High Tech Kids presented at YME Little Theater. See poster on bulletin board.
• Santa’s Sleigh for YMC Family Services is requesting your support. Please refer to the poster on the bulletin board.**The Prairie Arts Chorale presents their 2013 fall concert series “For the Sake of the Children”. Featured selections include “Prayer of the Children” and “Calling My Children Home” and children’s choirs will join in singing “Look at the World”. Local performances are on November 15 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Marshall, November 16 at 7:30 pm at Unity Christian Reformed Church in Prinsburg or November 17 at 4:00 pm at Faith Lutheran Church in Morris. Visit http://www.prairieartschoraleorg/ for more sites and information.

Joys and Concerns:

• Concerns: Eileen Woklow, Julie’s Mom recovering from surgery, Terry’s cousin Daryl, people of Syria, Saudi Arabian women who chose to drive yesterday (for protection) and pregnant women being targeted by assassins.
• Joys: Barbershop music last evening and from the performers (thank you), celebration of life for Chuck Waibel, Terri traveled to San Francisco, stories of justice work going on throughout the world, thanks to Bill for directing the choir (Bill is going to Arizona Tuesday), sunshine and good day of harvest.

Schedule:

• October 27 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship
• October 23 @ 6:30 p.m. – Choir
• November 3 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship/Communion
• November 3 is the Annual Hog Roast Dinner at The First Congregational United Church of Christ in Montevideo. See poster on bulletin board.

Announcements:

• November 4 at 6:00 p.m. “Cyber Safety – Catching Up With High Tech Kids presented at YME Little Theater. See poster on bulletin board.

Joys and Concerns

• Concerns: Family and friends of Jane Randall (Gatchell relative), Lee Johnson and family, Eileen Wolkow and ducks crossing highway.
• Joys: Lindsey Knapper with us, Dick Fylling’s work group-planning for Conference Annual Meeting, high school football team won, visitors from Walker (Sharon and Ray Olson), marriage of Nicki and Jordan Gaffaney, marriage of Mollie and Matt Nelson (Peg’s niece), Sue’s birthday celebration, thank you Steve for new light downstairs and Rachelle’s Mom doing well and back at work.

Schedule:

• October 13 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship
• October 16 @ 6:30 p.m. – Choir
• October 20 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship

Announcements:

• The altar flowers are provided by Dorothy (Doe) W. Hollimon, (daughter and sister) in memory of Mr. and Mrs. G.H. Wilson and family (Francis, Arthur, Douglas and Mary).
• “Thank you to our dedicated drivers for delivering dinners during the week of September 15 through September 21. This includes Karen Schmidt-Dill, Pearl Lenzen, Joel Beninga, John Butterbrodt, and Darrell and Hazel Carter. Please volunteer during our next week of local mission work during Oct. 27 -Nov. 2. The number of stops are few but mighty important for the recipients. The trusty yellow tablet awaits your signature or give a call. We need to fill 7 days each time we serve throughout the year.” ~ Ruby Hieb
• Song of the Prairie A Cappella Show Chorus presents “Barbershop on Broadway” on Saturday, October 26, 7:00 pm, at Granite Falls United Church of Christ and on Sunday, October 27, 2:00 pm, at Tracy Lutheran Church. Tickets are available from chorus members for $8 in advance or at the door for $10. For more information visit Song of the Prairie Chorus on Facebook.

Joys and Concerns:

• Concerns: Javeng’s grandmother broke hip and elbow (pray for speedy recovery), LaVonne’s sister (Ruth) is ill, family of Jackie Smith, family of Ervin Schultz, Syrian people and Terry’s cousin Darrel.
• Joys: Audrey’s appreciation of prayers and healing, great beginning to the Meander, great Meander weekend (lots of people from all over), Peggy hosted some people from St. Paul Campus, tonight starts Joint Confirmation, Rochelle’s mom is doing well after her accident, Kristy in church today, and Immigration Rally in Minneapolis.

Schedule

• September 22 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship
• September 23 – Encounter News Due for October
• September 25 @ 6:00 p.m. – Choir
• September 29 @ 9:15 a.m. – Worship with Rev. Hilda Parks

Announcements

• Circle of Stones is reorganizing. This is a unique chance for women to get together and share with one another. We will meet the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at Pearl Lenzen’s home. October 8th will be the next time we meet. For more information contact Pearl Lenzen or Karen Schmidt-Dill.
• Rev. Hilda Parks will be leading the worship service on September 29.
• Sept. 22 Saron Lutheran Church Chicken Supper at 5:00. Take outs are available.
• Sept. 22 Hazel Run Lutheran Community Salad Luncheon & Auction, 11:30-1:00
• Sept. 22 Renville United Methodist Church Ham dinner from 11:00 -1:00. Take outs available. Cost is $10.
• The NA group that has been meeting in our church sent a thank you letter for the use of the church on Tuesday evenings. They will no longer be meeting here.
• Please be sure all church doors are locked when you leave.

Joys and Concerns

• Concerns: Colleen Frey; people displaced by fire in Winona; Monson, Panitzke, and Dikken families; Flooding in Colorado and its consequences; and the people of Syria.
• Joys: Sue’s last radiation treatment; climate change event; Karen is here (being home with our church family); Hazel’s sister (Joyce and husband, Bill) from Kansas; and rain.