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ACT P ARISH M URDOCK -D EGRAFF C LUSTER N EWSLETTER B ETHESDA AND B UFFALO L AKE OF G RACE CHURCHES S EPTEMBER 2017 P ASTOR D AN C ROONQUIST , P ASTOR M ICHELLE K LEENE P ASTOR D AN: 320-220-3055 ( CELL ); OFFICE : 320-599-4548; HOME : 320-382-9099 CROON@ FRONTIERNET . NET P ASTOR M ICHELLE : 320-226-3535 ( CELL ); OFFICE : 366-3426; HOME : 320-847-2572 MKLEENE 89@ GMAIL . COM ACT WEBSITE : WWW. ACTPARISH. COM; ACT ALSO HAS F ACEBOOK PAGE F ROM P ASTORS . . . Pastor Michelle Article 1 Bethesda announcements; library news 2 & 3 Bethesda church Missions of the month; and September Preaching schedule 4 ACT Parish announcements and Activities 5 ACT Confirmation Schedule 6 Just like that, summer is coming to an end. It always seems too short and to fly by too quickly. It did go extremely fast for me because I spent most of it doing course work. But all is well! I fin- ished five intensive course studies this summer, leaving me with just two classes left this fall. This means I will be finished with school shortly after Thanksgiving and one year sooner than expected. I am looking forward to having that behind me. Guessing not nearly as much as my family is! Thank you to all of you who gave me extra support and encouragement through this. It was definitely intense, but it’s done. In early August I read a beautiful devotion centered in Psalm 118:24 and it has been on my mind since. “This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it”! I think this is a good verse to keep close to our hearts. Each day we are given an opportunity to let go of yesterday and to be mindful of what God gives us for today. Even, and especially on the days when it might be more difficult to find something to rejoice in. God will grant us courage and grace suf- ficient to meet the challenges of the day. When this is our focus we can recognize and hold onto the gifts God gives us each day. I am looking forward to fall; cooler temps, bold colors, har- vest, confirmation, Sunday School, parish events, and the return of our lake lovers. But mostly, I am rejoicing in what God gives today. Peace to you! Pastor Michelle
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ACT PARISH MURDOCK-DEGRAFF CLUSTER NEWSLETTER
BETHESDA AND BUFFALO LAKE OF GRACE CHURCHES
SEPTEMBER 2017 PASTOR DAN CROONQUIST , PASTOR M ICHELLE KLEENE
PASTOR DAN : 320-220-3055 (CELL) ; OFFICE : 320-599-4548; HOME : 320-382-9099
CROON@FRONTIERNET .NET
PASTOR M ICHELLE : 320-226-3535 (CELL) ; OFFICE : 366-3426; HOME : 320-847-2572
MKLEENE89@GMAIL .COM
ACT WEBSITE : WWW .ACTPARISH .COM ; ACT ALSO HAS FACEBOOK PAGE
FROM PASTORS . . .
Pastor Michelle Article 1
Bethesda announcements;
library news
2 & 3
Bethesda church Missions of
the month; and September
Preaching schedule
4
ACT Parish announcements
and Activities
5
ACT Confirmation Schedule 6
Just like that, summer is coming to an end. It always seems too short and to fly by too quickly. It did go extremely fast for me because I spent most of it doing course work. But all is well! I fin-ished five intensive course studies this summer, leaving me with just two classes left this fall. This means I will be finished with school shortly after Thanksgiving and one year sooner than expected. I am looking forward to having that behind me. Guessing not nearly as much as my family is! Thank you to all of you who gave me extra support and encouragement through this. It was definitely intense, but it’s done.
In early August I read a beautiful devotion centered in Psalm 118:24 and it has been on my mind since. “This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it”! I think this is a good verse to keep close to our hearts. Each day we are given an opportunity to let go of yesterday and to be mindful of what God gives us for today. Even, and especially on the days when it might be more difficult to find something to rejoice in. God will grant us courage and grace suf-ficient to meet the challenges of the day. When this is our focus we can recognize and hold onto the gifts God gives us each day.
I am looking forward to fall; cooler temps, bold colors, har-vest, confirmation, Sunday School, parish events, and the return of our lake lovers. But mostly, I am rejoicing in what God gives today.
Peace to you! Pastor Michelle
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BETHESDA ESTHER QUILTING CIRCLE
Esther Circle will be quilting on September 7th at 9:30. Potluck lunch will follow.
The Bethesda coffee dollars received each Sunday at the coffee hour will be designated to one specific area each month.
September dollars will be given for the purchase of Bibles for the children.
October dollars will be given toward Swift County “Adopt a Family”.
Ushers for September Marsha & Carlton Nelson Anessa & Wade Jeseritz Ronnelle & Chad Jeseritz Usher/Alter Guild Guide and Duties are included in your Bethesda directory. Please be sure to look at these carefully. We have be-come a very busy church and there are duties that need to be done each week. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact a board member or building committee member.
Bethesda Announcements
The ACT website is maintained by Nancy Stredde of St. John’s. If you have church an-nouncements/pictures for the website, please contact Nancy at: [email protected] You can find the ACT website at: www.actparish.com.
CHANGE OF DATE and TIME
Bethesda Women of the ELCA
September 13 at 5:30 pm
5:30 decorate church for autumn
Following there will be a potluck supper and meeting regarding soup lefse day and soup and sandwich dinner. Thank offerings will be collected.
The September Sarah Circle Bible study date will be changed. Watch your bulletins for further information.
Bethesda August celebrations
Baptism of Jerrett Jesse Olson.
Celebration of life of Marilyn Nilson
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From the library . . .
Questions Kids about God by David Hedlin. How old is God? What does God's handwriting look like? Will my pet go to heaven? What's the best way to pray? Why did God make mosquitoes suck my blood? Kids like to ask all kinds of questions . . . silly ones, tough ones . . . sometimes questions we all ponder. Questions Kids Ask About God is a vibrantly illustrated children's book with lively kid-appeal that is sure to engage young readers. This new book also features related scriptural references, providing a simple way to introduce the Bible to young audiences. Bold, fun illustrations will further capture your imagination and enhance discussion. Parents, grandparents and educators will find Questions Kids Ask About God to be a great tool for faith building, storytime, and devotions. (Find it in Section 10, He)
Search and Find in the Bible by Sparkhouse Family. n this delightfully illustrated search-and-find book, kids will love engaging with the timeless stories found in God’s word. With each turn of the page, pre-readers and readers alike will explore a different Bible story by searching for objects within the illustration. Keep your kids entertained for hours as they search for Jonah, an angel, Mary, fish, and many more Bible-favorite characters and objects. (Find it in Section 10, Sp)
Bethesda members —
PLEASE check your mail boxes following each worship service.
BETHESDA SUNDAY SCHOOL
RALLY SUNDAY
September 10, 2017
8:30 am with worship to follow
Regular Sunday school classes will start on September 17th.
Please be sure to register by September 8th so education materials can be ordered and prepared.
Registration Forms have been email and are available on the credenza in the Narthex.
CONGRATULATIONS
To Buffalo Lake of Grace Church
on their 145th Anniversary
celebrated August 12th.
Thank you to everyone who organized and worked at the celebration.
A good time was had by all!
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Bethesda September Mission of the Month
Eagle’s Healing Next Veterans Home (Sauk Centre)
KITCHEN ITEMS: Stainless steel bowls (all sizes), baking sheets, cooking utensils, serving utensils, steel strainer, stainless steel pots and pans; silverware; oven mitts; dishtowels/dish cloths; probe thermometer; Green Scratch Pads; dish soap; large garbage bags; non-perishable food items; spices; bleach, mixers, blenders; plas-tic cups; food storage containers. GENERAL ITEMS: bath towels/wash cloths; toilet paper; Kleenex; garbage bags (all sizes), clock radio/alarm clock; laundry baskets, staplers, brooms/dustpans; permanent markers; postage stamps; copy paper, bathroom cleaner; Lysol; toilet bowl cleaner; flashlights, scotch tape/dispensers; manila file folders (letter size); HP printer ink #60; Kodak printer ink #30; batteries (all sizes); flash drives for computers; irons; vacuum cleaners; sewing machines. Romans 12:8 “If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly.”
September 2017 Preaching Schedule
Pastor Dan Croonquist Pastor Michelle Kleene Scripture Readings
Sept. 3 St. John’s -8am Buffalo Lake – 8:15am Romans 12:9-21
Monson Lake – 9:30am Bethesda – 9:30am Matthew 16:21-28
Hope – 9:30am Mamrelund – 11am
Sept. 10 Buffalo Lake – 8:15am St. Johns – 8am Romans 13:8-14
Bethesda – 9:30am Monson Lake – 9:30am Matthew 18:15-20
Mamrelund – 11am Hope – 10:45am
Sept. 17 St. John’s -8am Buffalo Lake – 8:15am Romans 14:1-12
Monson Lake – 9:30am Bethesda – 9:30am Matthew 18:21-35
Hope – 9:30am Mamrelund – 11am
Sept. 24 Buffalo Lake – 8:15am St. Johns – 8am Philippians 1:21-30
Bethesda – 9:30am Monson Lake – 9:30am Matthew 20:1-16
Mamrelund – 11am Hope – 10:45am
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** Caffeine & Conversation **
CAFFEINE & CONVERSATION will be held on Tuesdays at 9:30 at the Bethesda and at 1:00 at Hope.
If you have not been able to join us yet, PLEASE consider coming- we have great conversation about Scripture and life, yummy goodies and wonderful fellowship (and cof-fee!)
ACT PARISH ACTIVITIES
** MEN’S BREAKFAST **
Men’s breakfast will be starting again on Satur-day morning, September 9th at 7am at Sherrie’s Café in Kerkhoven.
Hope to see you then
KMS Area MOPS
MOPS will meet September 21st with supper at 5, meeting from 5:30-7 at Bethesda.
Childcare will be provided, plus evening snack for children. Please consider giving a couple of hours of your time each month to help out with childcare. This is an ACT sponsored mission. If you would like to volunteer for childcare, it would be much appreciated. Please contact Carla Olson @ 320-875-4595 or Pastors Dan or Michelle.
ACT PARISH OUTING
JOIN US:
September 16th
5:30pm
Padua Pub
Padua, MN
School, Effort, and Play. Trying your best Each hour of the day, Making new friends, Being good as you can Exciting discoveries, Reading books with a friend."
- Boni Fulgham
ACT PARISH CONFIRMATION SCHEDULE
6:30 to 8pm
(We will start on time, at 6:30, so please plan accordingly)
SESSION 1 @ Bethesda Lutheran Church
September 6th
September 20th
October 11th
October 25th
10th Graders will be confirmed on Sunday, October 29th (class information to follow.
SESSION 2 @ Hope Lutheran Church
November 1st
November 15th
November 22nd THANKSGIVING WORSHIP
November 29th (special event for confirmation classes)
December - No Confirmation Classes
January 10th
January 24th
SESSION 3 @ Mamrelund Lutheran Church
February 7th
HOPE LUTHERAN & MEMRELUND/ST JOHN’S LUTHERAN LENT/HOLY WEEK
February 14th Ash Wednesday
February 21st, February 28th, March 7th, March 14th, March 21st
March 29th Maundy Thursday Worship
March 30th Good Friday
April 1st Easter Worship
SESSION 3 cont. @ Mamrelund
April 4th
April 18th
May 2nd
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