August
2015
Our Mission - Inspire a deeper and richer connection to Christ, our community, and each other.
“For everything there is a season and a time for every matter under heaven” Ecclesiastes 3:1
Hands down – this is the most well known Bible verse in my family. It is the beginning
of every blessing ritual we do – from the first day of school – to getting a drivers
license – to the burying of a pet – to the remembering of a loved one – and
everything in between – the ordinary moments of life and the extraordinary
moments of life. It is the title of a book of blessing rituals that my brothers and
sisters and parents wrote together years ago. It has become a way for me to make
sense of and give shape to all that happens in the span of a life – the blessings and
the troubles – the heartaches and the joys – the times of success and the times of
failures. Ecclesiastes reminds us that God is moving in and through all that occurs
and that in every time and season of life there will undoubtedly be hardship – but
there will also be great blessing.
At the end of June I returned from 12 weeks of sabbatical, a “time” in my life to rest
and be renewed. As I have said on a number of occasions and in hopefully countless
ways – I will be forever grateful for that time away from the daily work of ministry at
Lord of Life and your willingness to see and honor that need in me. My need to be
refueled came in part because of the “season” that Lord of Life experienced over the
past couple of years. We went through a long period of transition from when Pastor
Darrell left - January of 2012 to the time when Pastor Steve arrived – July of 2014.
That “season” of life was filled with time of grieving and reflecting – circling the
wagons and pressing on. Over the past year we have entered into a new season – a
season of new leadership and possibility – a season of new relationships and new
ways of doing things. Now I wonder, “What's this coming season going to look like for
Lord of Life?”
I find my heart filled with hope as we dream and plan for this coming year – as we
take seriously this season in Lord of Life's life. We're 25 years old! I look forward to
celebrating that with you – to looking back and more importantly – to keep looking
ahead. What will this next “season” be for us as the church?
One thing I do know is that God's spirit will be moving in and through it all – leading
us – guiding us – shaping us – forming us anew!
For everything there is a season!
Thanks be to God!
Pastor Erika
Love for a Lifetime Marriage Enrichment Retreat
August 30-September 1, 2015
Clearwater Forest Retreat Center, Deerwood, MN
With fun, spirit, and the latest research, couples learn
the ingredients that make for a happy and lasting
marriage. Modern research will be our guide as well
as the ancient wisdom of scripture, revelation, and
the spiritual life. We will learn:
 The Seven Keys to a Great Marriage
 Love Languages
 The Five Love Languages
 It's All Greek to Me
 Men's/Women's Different Love Languages
 Stages of Marriage
 Spirituality in Marriage: the Divine Love
 Plus quality time with your beloved and other
Christian couples!
The cost of $300 per couple for this retreat includes
the cost of the presenter and all meals and lodging.
This Marriage Retreat is led by the Rev. Ron Hunt:
Pastor, Spiritual Director, Psychologist
Love for a Lifetime is
created by Ron Hunt,
Psychologist (MN),
Marriage and Family
Therapist (CA), and
Spiritual Director. He
has created and led his
unique couples’ retreats for more than 20 years. He
is most especially known for his first retreat, For
Better…Forever. He has authored numerous articles on
couple’s relationships and is currently writing his first
book.
Communications Assistant Wanted
Lord of Life has an
immediate opening for a
Communications Assistant.
Flexible schedule,
approximately 15 hrs. per
week. Work can be done at
home or at the church. $11.50-12.00/hr.
Requirements include excellent communication, time
-management and computer skills. Training/
Experience with Microsoft Office products is a must.
Business social media and website experience is a
plus. A job description is available in the Church
Office.
Candidates should submit their resume to Anne
Laechel at anne@lolbaxter.org (or complete a job
application available from the church office).
Fall Worship Schedule Begins Sunday, September 13th
Sunday
8:15 a.m. - Worship with Holy Communion
9:30 a.m. - CONNECTION Time Activities
10:30 a.m. - Worship with Holy Communion
Wednesdays
5:15 p.m. - Wednesday
Suppers
6:00 p.m. - Worship with
Holy Communion
7:00 p.m. - CONNECTION
Time Activities
Registration brochure available at
http://www.nemnsynod.org/events.html
Mark Your Calendar!!
Caring Friends Brat Sale
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Caring Friends will be selling
brats and soft drinks after the
9:30 worship service on August
16th. Weather permitting, we’ll
be serving out on our lovely
patio. Please come and support
our project! Funds raised will be
used to assist folks and families
who are experiencing crisis in
their lives.
Sunday, September 13th
GOD'S Work – OUR Hands
After worship we will join
hundreds of ELCA
congregations and thousands
of ELCA members around the
country in acts of love and service to our
communities. If you are interested in participating
in the task force that will plan and coordinate the
service opportunities for Lord of Life, please contact
Pastor Erika at erika@lolbaxter.org.
Happy August! Many of you
may think that there are not
many things to celebrate in
August, but I did find some!
August 2nd is Friendship Day.
The best way to celebrate this
day is to remember and thank God for the great
friends who have passed through our lives. Maybe
you can take some time to call a friend who you
haven't talked to for awhile or go out for lunch or
coffee and let them how much you appreciate them!
August 6 is Wiggle Your Toes Day! Now you may
wonder what does this have to do with health? Well,
our toes, foot and ankles are very important for our
balance, support and strength. Did you know that
you can reduce your chance of falling by
strengthening your ankles? So do some foot circles,
stand on your toes and back on your heels (with
support if you need) a few times a day and you will
be surprised how much this can help!
Finally, one of the most important days is August 8
which is "Sneak some zucchini on your neighbors
porch Day"! Just remember that this vegetable is
really quite versatile and is easy to work with. If you
are watching calories you can brush it with some
olive oil (a good fat), salt and pepper to taste and
grill. This is a great way to get your veggies. Please
remember to stop by on Sunday August 2 and have
your blood pressure checked! God's blessing to you
all!
Deb Bergstrom
Parish Nurse
Boundaries Workshop
August 18; (9:30 registration) 10a.m. - 2:30p.m.
Lutheran Church of the Cross, Nisswa
Presenter: Pastor Karen Bockelman
Cost: $20/person
Clergy and adults that work with youth are
encouraged to attend. This workshop will provide an
overview of (not just sexual) boundary issues, the
ELCA landscape with regard to handling discipline,
frequent boundary struggles (including emotional
affairs), social media and ministry, maintain healthy
boundaries, safe church practices. The format will
include presentation, case studies, and group
discussion.
Electronic registration is open at
www.nemnsynod.org/events.html.
Lutheran Habitat for Humanity Build
Site: 1504 8th Ave NE, Brainerd
VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED!
Daily schedule:
8:00am-12:00pm morning shift
12:00-12:30 lunch break
12:30-4:30 afternoon shift

Volunteers may work one or both shifts, as many
days as you are able to help

We will build this house in 4 weeks, Monday—
Friday (we can work Sat., but we do not build
Sundays)
Can’t build on the site?
There are lots of ways to volunteer!
Sign up to bring food, spend a couple hours in the
morning to be a site host (the welcome person and
sign in person), take photos, or call friends and invite
them to come out! We want you involved in this
awesome project!
Questions or sign-up: contact Julie Moulton at (218)
828-8517 or julie.moulton@lakesareahabitat.org
Signup information will also be available at Lord of
Life.
Lakes Area Habitiat for Humanity offices and ReStore
are located at: 1110 Wright St., Brainerd
Lord of Life
Picnic at the Park
August 23 at 11:00am
at Whipple Beach Park Pavilion
14441 Oakwood Dr, Baxter
Congregational Life Team will provide:
Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Buns, Condiment and
Lemonade.
Congregation please bring:
If your last name starts with
A-H................Desserts
I-R..................Snacks
S-Z.................Salads
Hope to see you there!
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SOLAR SUNDAY
AUGUST 23RD!
In 2012, 17 members of the Women of the ELCA
traveled to Liberia to visit and learn from the bold
women who mobilized to end a civil war. The group
visited Phebe Hospital, which was co-founded by the
Lutheran church in 1921 and is powered solely by
diesel generators. Phebe faces the very real challenge
of daily blackouts due to generator failure and fuel
disruption.
There is one natural solution: solar
What is the goal?
The project aims to install an array of photovoltaic
(PV) solar panels at Phebe that will contribute at
least 75% of the hospital's energy needs, with
energy storage to allow the hospital to function for a
day without direct sunlight.
What is RREAL?
The Rural Renewable Energy Alliance is a 501 (c) (3)
non-profit organization dedicated to making solar
energy accessible to communities of all income
levels. Founded in 2000, RREAL has designed,
installed, and managed hundreds of solar
installations. RREAL is a pioneer in the use of solar
energy to address poverty.
What will it take?
RREAL is working with USAID to fund the roughly
$2 million for materials. WELCA has pledged
$200,000 of the $500,000 needed to support the
people powering the project.
What is at stake?
Women and children face daunting health care
challenges. 42% of children have stunted growth due
to disease and malnutrition. Only 26% of births take
place in hospitals in rural areas; maternal mortality
is measured at 994 deaths per 100,000 live births,
and adolescent pregnancy has risen to 32%.
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How can I help?
Visit www.skipthegrid.org and like us at
facebook.com/skipthegrid. We need prayers, your
leadership, and your generous donations.
Donations can be sent to: NE MN Synod, Phebe
Project, 1105 E. Superior St. Upper Suite, Duluth MN
55802
CONNECTION TIME!
A great time for the
Lord of Life faith
family to CONNECT
Sunday mornings
from 9:30-10:15 a.m.
- singles - adults children - families people of all ages
come and learn and
grow and reflect on
REAL LIFE!
RALLY DAY - September 13th
Food - Fellowship - Faith Sharing - Fun!
Get signed up for Sunday School and adult learning join in worship and be filled with the Spirit!
Interested in becoming a member
of Lord of Life?
Please contact the church office at 218-828-9374 or
office@lolbaxter.org.
We will contact you as
soon as we firm up
plans for this fall’s
New Member Classes.
Newsletter Team
Editor: Anne Laechel
Please send all email articles to: anne@lolbaxter.org
The Good News is published monthly. Articles for the
September newsletter are due August 19th.
Macedonia: Stewardship Event
OPERATION SANDWICH
You are invited to the upcoming Macedonia Project
workshops on Saturday, September 12 and Sunday,
October 11. This is a great opportunity for leaders to
learn how to grow faithful stewards in their
congregation and community. The workshop is free
to everyone in the synod.
OPERATION SANDWICH provides a simple bag lunch for
kids in need in the community 4 days each week
during the summer. The simple meals will consist of
peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, fruit and granola
bars. Thursday’s bag will contain a few more items to
bridge the weekend.
What: In his second letter to the Corinthians, the
Apostle Paul praises the spirit of the Macedonians. He
talks about them being enriched in every way for
great generosity producing thanksgiving to God.
The Macedonia Project will help you:
 Embrace the spiritual principles of giving
 Connect faith with Christ's call to mission
 Invite people to grow toward a tithe
 Grow regular giving in your congregation
Find out more about the Macedonia Project at:
elca.org/macedonia
If you have any questions, please contact
operationsandwichcwc@gmail.com.
Initial Session 1
Where: Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Hibbing
When: Saturday, September 12; 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
If you would like to make a TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION to
help support OPERATION SANDWICH, please send
checks payable to “Operation Sandwich” in c/o
United Way, PO Box 381, Brainerd, MN 56401.
2015 DELIVERY LOCATIONS & TIMES
Mondays, Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursdays
We have 5 delivery sites this year!
Lowell Elementary, Brainerd ........... 11:45 to 12:10 pm
Oscar Kristofferson Park, Baxter... 12:00 to 12:30 pm
Garfield Elementary, Brainerd........ 12:15 to 12:40 pm
Kiwanis Park, Brainerd ........................ 12:40 to 1:10 pm
Harrison Elementary, Brainerd ...... 12:45 to 1:15 pm
Follow-up Session 2
Where: Bethesda Lutheran Church in Malmo
When: Sunday, October 11; 1:30 - 5:30 pm
Who: Pastors, AiMs, SAMs, Treasurers, Finance
Committee Members (at least two people from each
church are encouraged to attend) - Carpool
opportunities are available. Contact Anne Laechel for
details.
How: Register at https://macedonianemn.eventbrite.com.
Women of the ELCA Triennial Gathering
Plans are in motion for
Adult Book and Bible
Studies for this fall.
Both group leaders and
group participants are
needed!
If interested, contact Tom Koop at
Thomas.koop@claconnect.com or the church office
at 218-828-9374.
July 13-16, 2017 - Minneapolis, MN
“All Anew” is the theme for Women of the ELCA’s
Tenth Triennial Gathering in Minneapolis, Minn., July
13-16, 2017. The theme is supported by several
biblical texts that speak of renewal. The churchwide
executive board accepted “All Anew” as the theme
following a July 20 conference call meeting.
Because the Tenth Triennial Gathering falls during
the observance of the 500th anniversary of the
Protestant Reformation in 2017, the theme
resonates with reformation and transformation
images. At the gathering, participants will explore
ways in which the Holy Spirit changes us,
acknowledging that reformation and transformation
have happened and continue to happen within the
community of women known as Women of the ELCA.
Lord of Life Quilters
Quilting will start again on
September 3, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
and we are looking forward to an
exciting and rewarding
experience. Come join us and be a
part of this exciting year as we
look ahead to our future in the church.
Join us whenever you can for a hour or whatever
works into your day. We welcome all who want to
help. Your help and Talents will be greatly
appreciated. We have fun and good fellowship also.
We are truly a Family In Christ.
Lord of Life Quilters
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News of the Family
6-19
7-20
7/19
7/22
Joseph Edward Anderson, son of Michael & Andrea
Anderson and brother of Josh, was baptized on June
28, 2015
Lucy Lynn Houde, daughter of Matthew & Kaycee
Houde and sister of Lilian, was baptized on June 14,
2015
7/22
Births
Andreas Errol Belanger, son of Errol &
Ksenia Belanger and brother of Brucik
Zoey Rose Anderson, daughter of Zech &
Mindy Anderson
Baptisms
Quinn Kathleen Skwira, daughter of Rick
& Karla Skwira and sister of Avery
Franklyn Rae Burton, daughter of Paul &
Elsye Burton and sister of Cabotina
William Gunnar Frank, son of Will & Kiley
Frank
Quinn Kathleen Skwira, daughter of Rick & Karla
Skwira and sister of Avery, was baptized on July 19,
2015
Food for Body and Soul
Before we receive Holy Communion, we pray the Lord’s Prayer, asking God to “give us this
day our daily bread.” We open our hands to receive Christ, who is the bread of life. Christ’s
gift of Holy Communion invites us to imaginatively re-frame how we think about our common, ordinary meals. Rejoicing in the gifts we have received from God, we respond by giving ourselves away in love and service to God in this world.
Holy Communion is a meal where the portions are equal, where status doesn’t matter, and where there are no
particular guests of honor. How might we be transformed through an awareness that everything we eat comes to
us as a gift from God?
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Today [August 2] is the 10th Sunday after Pentecost. This message is adapted from “A Joyful Exchange” written by Julie A.
Kanarr in the July/August 2011 issue of Lutheran Woman Today (now Gather) magazine. - See more at: http://
www.womenoftheelca.org/blog/food-body-soul-2#sthash.q2C7mWwD.dpuf
Lakes Area Music Festival
Tornstrom Auditorium
804 Oak St, Brainerd, MN
La Boheme
Saturday, August 8 – 7 p.m.
Sunday, August 9 – 2 p.m.
Composed by Giocomo Puccini; libretto by Luigi Illica
Andrew Altenbach, conductor – Boston Conservatory
Musical Translations
Wednesday, August 12 – 7 p.m.
Sergei Prokofiev: Symphony No. 1, “Classical”
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Sinfonia Concertante for
Violin & Viola
Johannes Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn,
Op. 56
Chloe Fedor, violin
Samantha Rodriguez, viola
Andrew Altenbach, conductor
Death & Transfiguration
Saturday, August 15 – 7 p.m.
Sunday, August 16 – 2 p.m.
Charles Ives, arr. Schuman: Variations on “America”
Igor Stravinsky: Suite from The Firebird (1919)
Richard Strauss: Death & Transfiguration, Op. 24
Maurice Ravel: Boléro
Andrew Altenbach, conductor
NEW WEBSITE IS HERE!
www.lolbaxter.org
The Staff at Lord of Life have been working hard on
creating a new website, and we launched it July 22nd.
Several reasons for updating the site include: (a) Give
it a fresher look, one that can become a crossplatform look for Lord of Life, (b) Making it easier for
multiple staff to update, so that the website is a
constant source of up-to-date information; (c)
Providing better integration with social media
platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.; and
(d) Place it on a platform that will enable changes in
the future as the internet continues to develop.
For more information, visit lakesareamusic.org/
current-season/
Some sections are still a work in progress, so let us
know if you find anything that needs fixing, let us
know at office@lolbaxter.org.
LSS Center for Changing Lives/
Northshore Inline Partnership
A big thanks to Brandon and Kara Knowles and
Stephanie Peterson from Faster Solutions for all
their hard work in bringing this important ministry
tool to life.
Each night, 120 young people in the Northland have
no place to call home. LSS is developing the Center
for Changing Lives in Duluth which will create new
transitional and permanent housing for young people, as well as bring together many of LSS' at-risk
youth programs in the area under one roof.
Create or join an LSS team for the Northshore Inline
Marathon (September 19th) and raise funds for the
Center for Changing Lives! Team members may participate in any of the Inline Marathon, Wheels off half
marathon (running event) or Tunnel 10k (running
event). Inline skating clinics will be offered across the
Twin Ports area for participants who are interested in
learning how to skate or whom need skates.
Informational Flyer
Questions? Contact Robin Maxwell at 218.302.6837
or Robin.Maxwell@lssmn.org
Media Links
Lord of Life Lutheran Church - Baxter, MN
Lord of Life Lutheran Children
Lord of Life Lutheran Youth
@LoLBaxter
@Jesus_dances
lolyouth1
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Highlights of July 16
Church Council Meeting
Narrative Lectionary
August 2 - Love and Passion
Song of Solomon 2:10-13; 8:6-7
God’s love is a gift that cannot be contained.
August 9 - God Has Spoken
Hebrews 1:1-4
When we look at Jesus, we can see God.
August 16 - Praise for Those Being Tested
Hebrews 2:10-18
Jesus fought a battle with death and won!
August 23 - Jesus is the Great High Priest
Hebrews 4:14—5:10
Jesus helps us through our struggles
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Approved Minutes of April 16Council meeting.

Approved request for allocation of $750 in
Thrivent Member Directed funds.

Received June financial report. (See separate
article.)

Requested Finance Team to bring
recommendations to August meeting for
balancing the budget.

Approved appointment of 25th Anniversary
Group.
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Authorized Anniversary Group to set dates for
celebration events.
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Next Council meeting is Thursday, August 20 at
7:00 pm.
August 30 - Earthly and Heavenly Sanctuaries
Hebrews 9:1-14
All are welcome in our church’s sanctuary.
GENERAL FUND SUMMARY AS OF JUNE 30, 2015
June Actual
Difference
June Budget
YTD Actual
YTD Budget
Difference
Income
28,572
35,472
(6,900)
210,173
228,650
(18,477)
Expenses
42,588
40,984
1,604
254,393
248,889
5,504
Cash Flow
(14,016)
(5,512)
(8,504)
(44,220)
(20,239)
(23,981)
CAPITAL FUND SUMMARY AS OF JUNE 30, 2015
May Actual
Difference
May Budget
YTD Actual
YTD Budget
Difference
Income
5,124
10,562
(5,438)
34,825
63,375
(28,550)
Expenses
7,736
10,562
(2,826)
46,416
63,375
(16,959)
Cash Flow
(2,612)
0
(2,612)
(11,591)
0
(11,591)
Family Directories are Here!
After a long wait, our new pictorial directories have arrived. Each family
that is pictured in the directory will receive a complimentary copy.
To pick up your directory, stop by the Welcome Center in the narthex.
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Lord of Life Lutheran Ministry Opportunities
Connecting to Christ
Circle, Martha - Meets the second Tuesday of the
month at 7:00 p.m. Next meeting is September
8th. Contact leader for meeting location - Mary
Anderson 330-6171 maryteda@charter.net
Circle, Sarah - Has adjourned for this program year.
We will resume meeting in September 2015. (SeptMay). For information contact Bugs Schmidt 8293864- shmidye@icloud.com
Men’s Breakfast - Fridays, 6:30 a.m. at LOL for Bible
study, fellowship, fun and food - Roger Tietz 8292151
Men’s Fellowship - Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. at LOL for
Bible study, fellowship and fun - Ted Anderson 831
-1372
New Member Class - For individuals and families
interested in joining Lord of Life. Childcare is
provided upon request. - Pastor Steve 828-9374 steve@lolbaxter.org
Pray & Ponder Women’s Breakfast - A gathering of
women on one Saturday each month, 9:00-11:00
a.m. in the Commons. (September-May).
Experience great food, conversation, inspiration
and prayer. - Wendy Adamson wendyadamson@ymail.com
Connecting to our Community
Habitat for Humanity - Scott Hall, (w) 828-8517–
scott.hall@lakesareahabitat.org
LOL Quilters - Piecing lap quilts for local charities
and working on personal projects. Fabric
donations are welcomed. Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. at
LOL (Sept-April)
Prayer Shawl Group - Meets 3 to 4 times a year.
Anyone who is interested in this wonderful
ministry is welcome to join our group. Please
contact Jeannine zumBrunnen 829-2177zummyb@brainerd.net or Brenda Johnson 8319725– brensid@brainerd.net check the website at
www.shawlministry.com for more information.
Soup Kitchen - Serving meals at Sharing Bread
Soup Kitchen (923 Oak St., Brnd), 1st Sunday of
each month. (August 2 - 11:00 a.m.) - To Volunteer
contact Nancy Smith (820-9273).
Connecting to Each Other
Sunday Evening Book Discussion Group will begin
bi-weekly meetings on September 13 at 7:00pm.
The first discussion book for the new program year
will be announced in the September newsletter.
All book lovers are welcome. Contact: Ken
Campbell kmcampbell1@charter.net.
Caring Friends Ministry - Find out how to become a
Caring Friend or to receive this ministry as you
navigate life transitions. Meets the fourth Monday
of each month at 7:00 p.m. Contact Jeannine
zumBrunnen 829-2177- zummyb@brainerd.net
Faithful Mothers - Come to share a cup of coffee,
the particular joys and struggles of motherhood,
feast together on a word of hope, and find yourself
washed in God’s grace. Meets weekly on Monday
mornings from 8:30-10:00 a.m. (Sept-May) at LOL.
Tammie Benson 829-0045 bxtrbensons@gmail.com
LOL Ministry Teams - Congregational Life, Children’s
Education, Youth/Adult Education, Evangelism,
Finance, Property, Social Concerns, Stewardship,
Worship, Youth - Pastor Erika 828-9374 erika@lolbaxter.org
LOLLY (Lots of Living Left Yet) - Meets the 3rd
Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m.; ages 55+;
(Sept-June). Call Mary Anderson at 330-6171 or
Ted Anderson at maryteda@charter.net for more
info.
Pre-Marriage Retreat - For couples preparing for the
joys and struggles of married life. This is a prerequisite for couples planning to be married at
LOL. For more information, contact Anne in the
church office at 828-9374 - anne@lolbaxter.org
Wednesday Night Supper Prep & Serving - Assist
with cooking and serving of our Wednesday
evening meal. (Sept.-May) - Vickie Borgstrom 8287768- borgstrom@charter.net
For updated information on the above events,
check out our website:
http://www.lolbaxter.org
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Daily Prayers and Staff
T
he Scripture tells us to pray for each other (James
5:16). As a body we pray for our congregation,
alphabetically rotating through our church family
on an annual basis. Each week we will pray for specific
Lord of Life families. Although you may not know each
member of our congregation, our God listens to the
prayers we bring on each other‘s behalf before his
throne. Please make a commitment to include your
brothers and sisters at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in
your daily prayers.
August 1-8
Adam & Michelle Albright
Jack & Irene Christofferson
Maury Halverson
Tim & Cheryl Klemmetsen
Trevor & Caitlin Nichols
Larry & Peggy Seaman
Mark & Beth Workman
Joe & Leesha Bisek
Rob & Brandy Felix
Paul & Glenda Hoheisel
Jill Maciejny
Travis & Molly Raske
Stephanie Swenson
August 9-15
Ginger Augustinack
Verdell Bose
Eric & Julie Davidge
John & Jeanni Foss
Orv & Shari Hastad
Stephanie & Kaisone Ithivongkham
Don & Mayva Kottke
Les & Dianne McClelland
Joyce E. Olson
Mark Robideaux
Rick & Karla Skwira
Irv & Rony Tollefson
August 16-22
Bryan & Paula Barrer
Kurt & Dawn Buckwalter
Kathi Dosh
Thomas & Terri Getty
Marcia Helmen
Bob & Leone Johnson
Mike & Deanne Kruse
Peter & Krista Mithun
Nelson & Shannon Paysse Kristi Runde
Roger Spreeman
Nate & Jayme VanRisseghem
August 23-31
Jim & Tammie Benson
Carol Carlson
Charles & Brenda Erickson Paul & Audrae Gruber
Gary & Arlo Hill
Joe & Christina Kadolph
Kayleen Larson
Don & Glorya Narveson
Tyler & Trisha Peterson
Philip & Kimberly Schaefbauer
Jon & Kim Stolski
Jean & George Wegen
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Lord of Life Office & Program Staff
Church Business Administrator
kmcampbell1@charter.net
Office Manager
anne@lolbaxter.org
Youth Ministry Director
michael@lolbaxter.org
Youth Ministry Assistant
tammie.lol.yma@gmail.com
Communications Assistant
Ken Campbell
Anne Laechel
Michael Carmack
Tammie Benson
Senior Choir Director
Sarah Aamot
sarah-lundin@hotmail.com
Spiritual Gifts Coordinator
Wendy Adamson
wendyadamson@ymail.com
Sunday Morning Coordinator
Wendy Adamson
Custodians
Karen & Paul Erickson
kde12112@gmail.com
Wedding Coordinator
Tessa Hall
tessa.hall2005@gmail.com
Bookkeeper
Julie Hofius
jahofius@yahoo.com
EveryDaySonDay Director
Jeff Johnson
jeff.johnson@isd181.org
Teens Upstream Leader
Guy Kelm
guykelm@yahoo.com
Pianist
Jennifer Person
drjaperson@hotmail.com
Sunday Traditional Group Dir.
Jennifer Person
Wed Musician Coordinator
Jennifer Person
Wed Worship Accompanist
Jennifer Person
Prayer Requests…
For Healing…
Jim Armstrong, Phyllis Campbell, Don Eschenbacher,
Dorothy Nelson, Jaimie Senger, Judy Tollefson
Sympathy in Time of Loss…
Allen Balsley and family on the death of his father.
Joe Bisek and family on the death of his father.
Kathy Engelmann and family on the death of her
mother.
Pr. Steven Rye and family on the death of his aunt.
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August Birthdays…
Terry Hermanson, Sally Jacobsen, Sharon Orser,
Mary Schuster, Teddy Wadsten
Justin Banks, Kurt Buckwalter, Hailey Joyce,
Carsten Nelson, Jody Sweet
Katelyn Ehlert, Martha Jendro, Karen Marichalar,
Jeff Peterson, Nicholas Tietz
Deanne Ehlert
Zachary Hukriede, Jeff Simpson
Trent Grams, Elliana Kiffmeyer, Gregg Meierhofer
Jeanine Christiansen, Chase Koop, Samuel
Nesheim, Kendra Rehnblom, Deb Smith
Christopher Chase, Bobbie Fredstrom, Kasey
Hamlin
Jennifer Bergman, Taylor Campbell, Makayla
Stoen
Jena Bentson, Cabotina Burton, James Cowell,
Reece Headley, Nolan Jendro
Marvin Jacobs, Jazmin Massie
Colsten Cremers, Bob Kelling, Bugs Schmidt,
Matt Sundquist, Connie Toensing
Kevin Jensen, Kelly Larson, Gavin Stallard
Kayelee Gill-Davidge, Renae Goll, Hailey Hensel,
Joe Rubado, Darcy Walkowiak, Maria West, Noelle
Youngquist
Sandra Agre, Alexandria Dwyer, Austin Fenske,
Grace Gilbertson, David Hughes, Eric Jobe,
Denise Pedersen, Bren Smith, Jan Wangsness
Argyle Iversen, Allison Mueller, Dustin Nelson
Paula Barrer
Caitlin Banks, Clare Ceynowa, Karen Erickson,
Patty Hins, Lori Jensen
Nora Behr, Delia Bruggeman, Gretchen Ennis,
Paul Erickson, Peyton Henkensiefken, Lilian
Houde
Helene Danielson, Gavin Hoelzel, Riley Nelsen,
Rick Skwira, Ben Thoele
Andrew Goll, Brady Herman, Brandon Knowles,
Troy Skarolid
Debra Binggeli, Amelia Dumpprope, Brian Haug,
Elaine Youngquist
Sam Haug, Karen Hermanson, Leone Johnson,
Joyce Olson, Jeremy Pape, Lois Post, Marilyn Stai
Austin Erickson, Beth Hensel, Amy Herboldt, Paul
Hoheisel, Christina Kadolph
Scott Berry, Lorie Gratke, Kaisone Ithivongkham,
Cassie Knipple, Cory Myran, Megan Ryder
Linda Hansen, Elizabeth Ryder
Ashley Huber
Kathy Engelmann
Teresa Kingsley, Lukas Lind, Attly Speer
Theo Lund, Kasey Pape, Terry Peterson, Irv
Tollefson
Austin Banks, Timothy Dewey, Nick Goll, Tessa
Hall
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August Anniversaries...
David Devine & Erika Nilsen, Kathy Blake &
Nancy Smith
Bob & Shari Nelsonv
Frank & Joy Ruzich
Bruce & Carol Femlingv
Rick & Patti Baillifv
Keith & Debra Binggeliv, John & Jeanni Foss,
Mike & Kara Patrick
Joe & Karen Rubado, Jon & Kim Stolski, Chris
& Sandy Halvorson, Brad & Nancy Wadsten,
Howie & Terri Bahnv
Eric & Misty Jobe, Andy & Emily Isackson
Jack & Irene Christoffersonv
Paul & Claire Rudv, Jim & Sandra Agrev
Chris & Jackie Sliverv, Ted & Mary Anderson
Gary & Sharon SyvertsonV
Elden & Wendy Ruegerv, Jim & Teresa
Kingsleyv
Michael & Kelly McConkey, Rick & Jeannine
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Glen & Donna PeppelV
Andy & Katie Rangen
Lee & Kathy Hauble
John & Conith Macknerv, Richard & Marie
Johnson, Steve & Renae Gollv
James & Pat Einarsonv
Rob & Brandy Felix, Louis & Meghan
Vandermay
James & Darlene BlakeV, John & Mary Ann
Majerle
Perry & Cindy Bunting
Brian & Joyce Altv, Steve & Dawn Razidlov
Tim & Cheryl Klemmetsenv, Tim & Lisa
Hoglin, Charles & Margie Youngv, Eric & Karla
Nesheim, Jeremy & Tami Pliscott
Ron & Beth Hensel
Jeffrey & Marcie Krall
John & Michelle Blongv, Ed & Pam Braland
, Greg & Denise Pedersenv
v Denotes they are celebrating an anniversary from
25-49 years!
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6190 Fairview Rd.
Baxter, MN 56425-8285
Check out our website!
www.lolbaxter.org
WHAT A WEEK IT WAS!
Thanks to the wonderful staff from Luther Crest Bible Camp, our adult coordinators and our youth
helpers - Day Camp and Vacation Bible school were a huge success. The church was filled with energy
and movement from early in the morning - until late in the afternoon!
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Sarah Speer coordinated Day Camp
Val Rangen and Nancy Smith taught Vacation
Bible School
Alex Bauer, Anne Campion, Destiny Clark, Sarah
Nesheim, Hannah Paysse, and Macey Whitlock
were youth volunteers
The Children's Education Team supported the
entire effort with their presence, supervision,
help and encouragement!
VBS Kids and adult helper, Henrietta Erickson
Thanks for sharing the story of Jesus' love with the kids
of this church!
Behind the Scenes
August 2015
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9:30am Worship w/Holy Communion &
Mithun Baptism; Synod Journey leads
worship (Sanctuary)
10:30am Fellowship (Commons)
9:30am Worship w/Holy Communion &
DeCent Baptism; SD Mission Trip leads
10:30am Caring Friends Brat Sale
10:30am Fellowship (Commons)
6:00pm Mission Supporter Dessert
7:00pm District Band Rehearsal
9:30am Worship w/Holy Communion;
Summer Stretch/ServeCAMP leads
worship (Sanctuary)
10:30am Fellowship (Commons)
11:00am Congregational Life Picnic
(Whipple Beach Pavillon, Baxter, MN)
9:00am serveCAMP (LOL)
5:00pm Rental (Commons)
6:30pm Pinetree Patchworkers (FH)
7:00pm Sunday Contemporary Group
Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
7:00pm Finance Team (Rm 1)
7:00pm Caring Friends Group (Commons)
Freshman Confirmation Retreat (Luther Crest Bible Camp, Alexandria, MN)
9:30am Worship w/Holy Communion
(Sanctuary)
10:30am Pancake Breakfast (FH)
Master LOL Calendar
7:00am Baxter Area Kiwanis (FH)
9:00am serveCAMP (LOL)
9:30am Office Staff Mtg (Rms 1 & 3)
6:30pm Team Meetings (FH)
7:00am Baxter Area Kiwanis (FH)
9:30am Office Staff Mtg (Rms 1 & 3)
12:00pm Executive Committee (Rm 1)
6:30pm Youth Team
7:00am Baxter Area Kiwanis (FH)
7:00am Baxter Area Kiwanis (FH)
9:30am Office Staff Mtg (Rms 1 & 3)
9:00am serveCAMP (LOL)
5:15pm Wednesday Musician Rehearsal
(Sanctuary)
6:00pm Worship w/Holy Communion
(Sanctuary)
5:15pm Wednesday Musician Rehearsal
(Sanctuary)
6:00pm Worship w/Holy Communion
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5:15pm Wednesday Musician Rehearsal
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5:15pm Wednesday Musician Rehearsal
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6:00pm Worship w/Holy Communion
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10:00am Men's Fellowship (Commons)
6:00pm Youth Band Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
10:00am Men's Fellowship (Commons)
6:00pm Baxter Sandpipers 4-H (FH)
10:00am Men's Fellowship (Commons)
7:00pm Church Council (Rms 1 & 3)
10:00am Men's Fellowship (Commons)
6:30am Men's Breakfast (FH)
9:00am serveCAMP (LOL)
5:00pm Gordon-Rud Wedding Rehearsal
(Sanctuary/FH)
6:30am Men's Breakfast (FH)
6:30am Men's Breakfast (FH)
6:30am Men's Breakfast (FH)
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SATURDAY
Jul 26
9:30am Worship w/Holy Communion
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10:30am Blood Pressure Screenings
10:30am Fellowship (Commons)
11:00am LOL at Sharing Bread Soup
7:00pm District Band Rehearsal
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Rud-Gordon Wedding
7:00pm Open AA (Rms 7 & 9)
7:00pm Open AA (Rms 7 & 9)
Fenske-Germain Wedding
7:00pm Open AA (Rms 7 & 9)
Freshman Confirmation Retreat (Luther Crest Bible Cam
7:00pm Open AA (Rms 7 & 9)
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