Calvary Lutheran Church
675 Shell Creek Road
PO Box 159
Minong, WI 54859
Calvary Lutheran
A church to call home
the Epistle
July 2013
CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH E.L.C.A.
PO BOX 159 MINONG, WI 54859
The Ministers: All members of Calvary
Pastor: Reverend Sara Pearson
Church Office:
715-466-2366
715-520-0287
Pastor Sara @home: 1-402-990-9973
OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday through Friday
9am to 3pm*
*These are the normal hours … any number of
schedule conflicts, i.e. funerals, pastor’s
conferences, etc. may cause these times to vary.
calvaryminong@gmail.com
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COMMITTEE HEADS
Evangelism – Linda Olson
Memorial – Bob Larson
466-2517
Property – Mike Hopkins
376-2752
Stewardship –Stacey Vig
Worship/Music – Pastor Sara
Education – Connie Visger
Mutual Ministry – John Hermeier
CHURCH TREASURER
Connie Visger
466-5480
FINANCIAL SECRETARY
Marge Waggoner
466-2250
CHURCH COUNCIL
President
Scott Hill
Vice President
John Hermeier
Secretary
Denise Waggoner
Members
Mike Hopkins, Linda Olson, Denise
Waggoner, Scott Hill, John Hermeier, Brody
Waggoner, Connie Visger, Stacey Vig,
Peachy Hall, and Ryan Hill(alternate).
JULY VOLUNTEERS
Altar Guild – Lorna Wilson & Denise Waggoner
July 7th
Ushers – Dennis & Kathy Mertzig
Communion Asst. Acolyte – Kenia Link
Lector –
Screens – Linda Featherly
July 14th
Ushers – Marge Waggoner & Kaylee Dennis
Acolyte- Kali Waggoner
Lector – Donna Wilson
Screens – Linda Featherly
July 21st
Ushers – Bob & Mary Lou Barneson
Acolyte – Kaylee Dennis
Lector – John Hermeier
Screens – Linda Featherly
Communion Asst. –
July 28th
Ushers – Connie Visger & Judy Denninger
Acolyte – Audrie Michie
Lector – Pat Kahut
Screens – Linda Featherly
Fellowship – Connie Visger & Judy Denninger
*If you need to make a change in the schedule please contact the
church office with the changes by Thursday. Thank you!
Stories are ubiquitous…from television shows to jokes,
family histories to dinner conversations, it is almost
impossible to live a day of life without encountering a
story. It is no wonder then, that the stories of the bible
can inform our existence and give meaning to our lives.
The stories do this by connecting us to God and
generations upon generations of people through
common life experiences such as the loss of loved ones,
war, family strife, falling in love, and wrestling with life’s
meaning.
Prepare to give an account for the hope that is in you”
(1 Peter 3:15)
Peter Mayer is one of my favorite musicians.
He is a phenomenal guitar player and writes songs with
clever lyrics and meaningful questions. One of the
tunes and songs that has been a favorite of mine to sing
to baby Gabe when he is fussy is called “Story of My
Life.” The song, in eloquent fashion asks the question,
“please can anybody please, tell me the story of my
life?”
I wonder, brothers and sisters, what you would tell
someone if they asked you what the story of your life is.
Think about that now…what would you include? Would
it be a list of facts…where you were born, who your
parents were/are, what sort of things you do to occupy
your time, children you have raised, places you have
lived… In the story of your life do you consider how it is
that the stories of the Bible inform your life? For
instance, when you remember the story of the flood
and subsequent rainbow, does it conjure up times in
your life when the storm seemed great and impossible,
only to be followed by a shining ending? Or are you in
the midst of a storm, awaiting the rainbow, sending out
doves and ravens for a sign of good weather to come?
Likewise, when you hear the story of the woman at the
well in the gospel of John, do you think about times in
your own life when you have been an outcast, avoiding
people and afraid of what others might say? Or when
the stories of the first families in the book of Genesis
are read, do you feel better about your own
dysfunctional family? The more we read the bible, the
more we realize that it is full of imperfect people
through whom God chooses to make God’s self known.
Even more than this, the bible tells the story of God’s
love for humanity. And the story continues with us.
Even though the biblical canon ends with Revelation,
the story continues in each of our lives. And so, what is
the story of your life? What is the story of your life with
God? It is this question that is the heart of our life of
faith. In the next weeks, I encourage you to hear the
stories read on Sunday and in your own biblical reading,
or while attending Bible study on Wednesday as
movements and plots in your own life. When we do
this, we can begin to see the ways that God is present in
our day to day lives. And that story, brothers and
sisters, is Academy Award worthy. 
What’s happening at calvary
Funeral Services for Millie Breeze will be
held July 6th. Visitation prior to 11am
service. Lunch to follow here at the church.
The family requests that black clothing not
be worn.
Church Clean-up! There will be a church
clean-up (both inside and out) on Aug. 7th
for both women and men starting at
2:30pm. Also on Aug. 10th for men only
there will be a 9am clean-up. Contact Phyllis
Scribner at 715-466-2545 with any
questions.
Garden Group is meeting Monday’s at
5:30pm. If you like the feel of dirt under
your fingernails and would like to help
beautify the exterior of our church, come
join us.
WELCA will not be meeting in July. See you
in August.
Ruby’s Pantry a food share program in
conjunction with COMFORTS and Washburn
County Food Distribution are starting a food
distribution in Minong. Information and
order forms are available in the Fireside
room. Local distributions will be the second
Saturday of the month at the Minong
Village Hall.
Quilters: The quilters will meet on July 1
and July 2 at 9:00 AM in the church
basement. You do not need to know how to
sew to be of help. We bring a bag lunch and
stay for as long as we can. We also have a
good time, while doing something
worthwhile. If you have any questions, call
Jean Richards at 715-466-4237.
Bible study resumes Wednesday July 10th at
10:00am. We will be meeting Wednesday’s
at the Scoop Join us!
Mark Your Calendars! Get your golf lessons
on…our second annual Calvary Lutheran vs.
Our Savior’s Golf tournament is coming!
The date is tentatively being set for midSeptember at Hidden Greens in Solon
Springs. Sign-ups are coming soon. We
won last year and so did Luther Park Bible
Camp, who received over three hundred
dollars in donations! More information will
be available later.
Farewell and thank you, Patty and Keith
Leiseth! God’s speed and a great big thank
you to Patty for her music ministry amongst
us. They are moving out of the area to
adventures unknown! We will miss you and
are thankful for the time we had with you.
Financial:
May-13
Revenue
$ 5,290.25
Expenses $ 6,047.80
Over/Under ($-757.55)
YTD
$5,290.25
$6,047.80
($-757.55)
A snack will be provided. Our theme for
this year’s camp is Faith Alive, “Let all that
you do be done in love.” 1 Corinthians
16:14
Youth Corner
Youth Camping Trip all are invited for a two
night camping trip with Pastor Sara and
Nate. We will leave Sunday the 14th and
return on the 16th. Sleeping bags, change of
clothes, sunscreen, and a love of fresh air
are all you need! Talk to Pastor Sara and
sign up on her door by the 10th of July.
Youth and Family River Tubing!! Want to
go tubing this summer? Keep your eyes
open for our August youth and family
event, tubing down the Namekagon! This
will be an all-church event. Details and
dates coming soon!
Vacation Bible School 2013!
Summer is here! You and your friends are
invited to join us for some “Holy Fun!” Once
again Luther Park and Calvary Lutheran
Church are teaming up to provide “camp
style” vacation bible school. So mark your
calendars for July 29th through August 2nd.
We will kick off VBS on Sunday July 28th at
5:30 pm. Come join us for a grill out,
singing, and meet the Luther Park
Counselors.
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For campers who have completed 1 grade
through 6th grade, camp will start at 9:00
am and go to 2:00 pm. Campers need to
bring a sack lunch Monday thru Thursday.
We will also be offering a camp for children
3 years through 1st grade. Camp will start at
9:00 am and go to 2:00 pm. Campers need
to bring a sack lunch Monday thru
Thursday. A snack will be provided. This
year we are camping out in “God’s
Backyard!”
We will have a Closing Program with the
campers singing the camp songs they
learned and a short skit. The program will
be followed by a light luncheon for
campers, family, friends, and the
community on Friday August 2nd at
11:30am.
VBS is offered at no charge, but donations
are always welcome! Registrations for VBS
camp are in the church office. Please fill one
out and return it to the church A.S.A.P. All
campers will receive a camp T-Shirt, so
please indicate a size.
* It would be very helpful if your child is
registered by July 14th, 2013. 
Please prayerfully consider this exciting
opportunity for your children or
grandchildren.
WAYS YOU COULD HELP OUT WITH CAMP Be a Day Camp Volunteer - help with
lunch supervision, playing games,
teaching, etc.
 Bring a snack (for at least 35 children) for
VBS snack time.
 Provide lunch for the Luther Park Team.
 Provide dinner for the Luther Park Team.
**Please see the volunteer sign-up sheet on
the bulletin board at the church or call.
Please call the church with any questions
at 466-2366.
We are looking forward to seeing you at
camp!
Craft Needs for VBS 2013
This is a list of items needed for crafts the
campers are making during VBS. If you can
donate any of these items please bring
them to the church and mark them VBS.
Thank you!
“Faith Alive” Campers need:
Jumbo size paper clips
Brass fasteners
Construction paper
Ribbon
Yarn
Tempera paints (variety of colors)
Glue
Fabric (old sheets for 4’x12’ banners
Whole wheat flour and white flour (for
making communion bread)
“God’s Backyard” campers need:
Clear water bottles with caps (clean and
dry)
Construction paper - green & white
Small clay flower pots (20)
Buttons (any size)
Mesh onion bags (20)
Zip lock sandwich bags (60)
Polyester stuffing
Ribbon (a few colors)
Small pieces of cotton or linen cloth
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June Council Meeting Notes
Monday, June 3, 2013
Members Present-Stacey Vig, Peachy Hall,
John Hermeier, Scott Hill, Mike Hopkins,
Connie Visger, and Linda Olson
Absent Members-Brody Waggoner, Denise
Waggoner, and Ryan Hill
Call to order- 06:11 pm
Call to order by Pastor Sara since no
president exists at this time.
Opening Devotions by PSara
PSara addressed the new council and asked
them what they like about the church and
what hopes they see for the future of the
church.
Prayer by PSara
No additions were made to the agenda
We need to approve the annual meeting
notes yet and will continue to do so by
email to council.
This process ensures that the most current
notes are in the Epistle in a timely manner.
Treasurers Report
Connie continues to work with Judy
Denninger on an easier to understand
financial statement format.
A 2% discount will be in effect for our
employees’ health insurance due to a
health assessment being completed.
Motion to approve- John Motion
seconded- Scott Hill
Pastors Report
Pastor encouraged council to have open
discussions. We need to continue to focus
on a vision for the church. She has invited
council to meet at her home so we can
bond together and start to bring ideas.
Everyone needs to balance the business
side of council with the sharing of God’s
love. Pastor provided grief counseling to
students at the Scoop and Northwood
School after the death of a 7th grade
student- Logan Almer.
Confirmation class is going to Noah’s Ark on
June 12th. Pastor is looking for volunteers
to go on possible tubing and camping trips
this summer with the youth.
Church directory will be updated with
Lifetouch photos. People can sign up on
line, at church or on Sunday,
It was discussed that bylaws of constitution
need to be clarified as to who is a member
of the church.
We are currently using mailing lists and
boxes in Fireside room to judge this.
Officer Election
We discussed the constitution so that
everyone is aware of responsibilities and
tasks of each position.
PSara also added that the President should
advise honestly the performance of the
pastor based on council advice.
Scott Hill nominated for President by John
H.- Scott accepted position
VP- John H.
Secretary- Denise W.
Treasurer- Connie V.
Motion was made to accept leaders by
Peachy and seconded by Mike
Connie discussed signature changes needed
for bank and safety deposit box.
Council will count money each Sunday and
serve on an existing committee to report
back to council.
Mutual Ministry- John
Property- Mike
Education- Connie
Evanglism- Linda
WELC- PSara
`Stewardship- Stacey
Worship/Music- PSara
Youth- Scott- will ask Brody and Ryan to be
active in Youth.
Social Concerns- Peachy
Denise- who was absent can choose any to
assist with.
New business
Asked Mike to come with a list of property
concerns to next meeting so we can begin
to do some longterm planning.
Thanks to Terry Lucia for helping Martha
and Mike with new retaining wall for
flowers.
Thanks to Cindy Featherly who donated a
$250 scholarship she earned for Service
Leadership from Bethel University to
Calvary.
TabulatorsJune 9- Mike
16- Linda
23- John
30- Linda
July 7th- Scott
14th- John
21st- **Need to fill
28th- Linda
Meeting times
July 9th- 5 pm- Location- Pastor Sara’s
house- Bring a side dish
Aug. 5th – 5 pm- Church
Motion made to adjourn- John Seconded
by Stacey 7:36 pm