Church ChimesZwingli United Church of Christ,

Monticello, Wisconsin

Lance Smith, Pastor Carolyn Hilliard, Coordinator of Caring Ministries

“Inviting all to follow Jesus through faith & action.”

August, 2016

Zwingli’s New Pastor Is Here!

DAILY BIBLE

READING For August

God’s Word:Rooted in Christ and

Encouraging Others in Faith

1 Hebrews 10:19-392 Hebrews 11:1-223 Hebrews 11:23-404 Hebrews 12:1-135 Hebrews 12:14-296 Ephesians 4:17--5:5

Sunday7 Ephesians 5:6-208 Philippians 1:1-119 Philippians 1:12-3010 Philippians 2:1-1811 Philippians 2:19-3012 Philippians 3:1-1113 Philippians 3:12--4:1

Sunday14Philippians 4:2-23151 Thessalonians 1:1-10161 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Bible Study for August

As it is written in 1 Thessalonians 5:9-15:

“9 For God did not appoint us to wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, 10 who died for us, that whether we wake or sleep,

we should live together with Him.11 Therefore comfort each other and edify

one another, just as you also are doing.

12 And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you,

13 and to esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake. Be at peace among yourselves.

14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. 15 See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always

pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all.”

Read these verses carefully and remember what we are called to do: comfort each other, edify (build up) one another, be at peace among yourselves, warn the unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. Did we miss anything? Read it again.

Be a lifesaverAbout 200 people — including 100 lifeguards — attended

a pool party in New Orleans in 1985 to celebrate the first summer in memory that no one had drowned at a city pool. At the end of the festivities, the four on-duty lifeguards began clearing the area and found a fully dressed man in the deep end. Despite efforts to revive him, he died.

Just as swimming with a bunch of lifeguards doesn’t guarantee safety, “swimming” with a sea of churchgoers doesn’t guarantee peace. People in the pews next to you might be struggling to stay above water physically, emotionally, financially or spiritually. Be alert to ways you can serve as a lifeguard. Extend a helping hand, a listening ear and an encouraging reminder of Jesus’ ultimate rescue (see Romans 7:24-25).

This month, we bring you the first “Chimes” article from Pastor Lance Smith, new Pastor of Zwingli Church!

17 1 Thessalonians 2:17--3:1318 1 Thessalonians 4:1-1219 1 Thessalonians 4:13--5:1120 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Sunday21 2 Thessalonians 1:1-1222 2 Thessalonians 2:1-1723 2 Thessalonians 3:1-1824 2 Timothy 1:1-1825 2 Timothy 2:1-1326 2 Timothy 2:14-2627 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Sunday28 2 Timothy 3:10--4:829 Titus 1:1-1630 Titus 2:1-1531 Titus 3:1-15

“When I came to the spring today, I said, ‘Lord, God of my master Abraham, if you will, please grant success to the journey on which I have come.” Genesis 24:42

Journeys are a fantastic way to see the hand of God at work in our lives. Many times I have been blessed to experience hospitality from strangers who are now friends and family. It is apparent to me that I have been led to homes and situations where the concept of hosting guests is an honor. Stories and tales from my home land seem to have been devoured by the hosts. My hosts can’t wait to share their lives and their very best with me. It seems after only a short visit that the bond formed by host and the guest cannot be easily broken. As my journeys unfold, I am learning to live in the present, to not worry about whether my needs will be met. Past journeys have built my faith that God will continue to care for me and mine through the hands and hearts of others. I realize that concepts of home and family are pretty much universal no matter where I travel. Fellow travelers seem to care for one another, a hand to cross a rough place or a word of advice to get you through a tough spot, the passing off of a map, an umbrella or an unused subway token to the people walking beside you. I pray I never judge people on how they live or how they appear, because each place I have travelled, each person I encounter seems to share a love for life no matter how they live out their lives. I think most of us can see this journey analogy in this life that surrounds us. I think where my comparison gets troublesome and hard to relate to, is in thinking that I, we, my family, the church, society are journeying toward a destination. A place on the horizon where, as the Gospel tunes promise, “we will never grow old, the land with milk and honey, robes of white and crowns full of jewels”; insisting that the journey is linear, that there is a happy ending, key word here ending or perhaps a finish line! Yes, maybe I get a little competitive when I think this way. Who is right? Who is wrong? Who will win? Perhaps the journey we call life is not linear at all, but a never ending circle. Maybe we are called not to cross a finish line but to complete a circle. Perhaps we are continually challenged to be both host and guest all at the same time. Maybe it is our calling to reach out to the traveler beside us and offer them a hand or that unused ticket. Hmmm…perhaps the land of milk and honey is at hand. What if we treated everyone we

met with the same level of hospitality that we offer our guests? What if our lives were filled with the wonder of a traveler in a strange place? What if we reached out to the folks beside us and offered them a hand across that rough spot? How could this perception change our lives and ultimately our world? As I stood with the Search Committee members at the Madison airport last February, saying goodbye after my first trip to Monticello, I remember thinking I wish I could bring you folks to the mountains and host all of you. After experiencing the grand hospitality of Monticello and Zwingli UCC, I look forward to serving you. I, like Abraham’s servant, have had the pleasure of your hospitality and seen the way you welcome a stranger. I pray that we can sit long hours together and share stories of our journeys with each other. I am sure in just a short while we, the Smith family and the good people of Zwingli UCC, will build new tales and stories as we travel this road of life together. Lord I pray for traveling mercies for all who read this today. Help us to see your hands surrounding us and holding us. Help us to see strangers as members of your family, to see your likeness in each of our brothers and sisters. Give us the strength to welcome strangers in our lives and to open our hearts to them. I pray that all of us will be gracious hosts and wonderful guests. May we spend many hours sharing in front of each other’s hearth. Amen

When a train goes through a tunnel and it gets dark, you don’t throw

away the ticket and jump off. You sit still and trust the engineer.

Corrie ten BoomFrom the caring ministry:

Nothing or Fulfilment

I am a big fan of “Seinfeld”. We have seen repeats for how many years now? I, of course, have my favorites. One of them being the new show they are going to produce about nothing. It is amazing when we think about the word “nothing” how many thoughts can come to us. The dictionary tells us nothing can

mean not anything, blank, unimportance, etc. Our church, in August, is going to be the opposite of nothing. We have a new minister, Pastor Lance Smith, arriving and starting at Zwingli. Our congregation is excited about this happening and have been busily preparing. Many people have been involved in this, starting with the Search Committee and our interims who have guided us through these last two years and the many people working on the parsonage. This is an exciting time for Zwingli Church and our community. We need to thank people who have taken a lot of time to make all of this possible. August signals the end of summer, but for our church it is signaling a new era. I hope we will have enthusiasm in our hearts. We still have special music scheduled for our services. “Walk-it-With a Book” has just started at Lois Hopkins’ house. We are discussing “I’m Proud of You” - My friendship with Mr. Rogers by Tim Madigan. There was a quote from Mr. Rogers in our last “Chimes”, with our secretary not knowing this would be the book we would choose.

“The Gift of Yourself” If you could only sense how important you are to the lives of those you meet; how important you can be to the people you may never even dream of. There is something of yourself that you leave at every meeting with another person.

Life is a journey. With fall arriving in September, there will be lots of happenings for people to be excited about. Life is not a show about nothing, but a fulfilled spiritual journey of people.

Carolyn Hilliard Coordinator of Caring Ministries Consistory Message Unfortunately, with the beginning of August upon us, our beautiful summer is drawing to a close. This means shorter days, cooler temperatures, less cookouts, and fewer days to bask in the sunshine. It also brings a new season of hope for Zwingli Church. Our new minister starts his calling here in August, and I’m sure everyone is anxious to finally have a full-time pastor to guide us in our spiritual journey. It’s been a long

and somewhat frustrating trip, but we have reached our destination with Pastor Lance. We will certainly miss Pastor Dan’s animated and uplifting services! We wish him the best of luck wherever his new calling may take him. A big WELCOME goes out to Pastor Lance and his family! We are looking forward to this coming season of change and renewal for Zwingli Church.

Kris ZanoyaConsistory Member

InvitationPlease join us at Zwingli Church

on Sunday, August 7, 2016for Pastor Lance Smith’s first Sunday as our new Pastor. After worship, please stay for a

reception in Fellowship Hall to say hello to Pastor Lance, Heather, Isaac, and Zeke Smith.

“Walk-it-With a Book” started on July 20th at Lois Hopkins' house. We are discussing the book "I am Proud of You" by Tim Madigan. This is a journalist’s thoughts of his friendship with Mr. Rogers. Feel welcome to join in with this group at any time.

 Call Carolyn Hilliard for more information at 938-2449. 

Zwingli United Church of ChristConsistory Meeting - June 01, 2016

Present: Kris Zanoya, Sue Sinnett, Cyndi Foley, Kathleen Grossen, Paul Rieder, Chris Meier, Jim Field, Lois Hopkins, Pastor Dan Yeazel, Jonathon Rupp, Judy Weichmann & Kathleen Sulzer met with Consistory.

Absent: Dave Gietzel, Joseph Janisch, Carolyn Hilliard & Roann Austin.

Cyndi Foley called the meeting to order and Pastor Dan Yeazel spoke of his wonderful trip to visit friends and he gave the opening prayer.

*Treasurer's Report was read and Paul Rieder made a motion to accept the Financial Report. 2nd by Jim Field. Motion carried.

*Secretary's Report: Kathleen Grossen made a motion to accept the minutes as written. 2nd by Kris Zanoya. Motion carried.

*Pastor's Report: Cyndi read the letter from Pastor Lance.

*Coordinator of Caring Ministries: Cyndi read Carolyn Hilliard's May report. She spoke of upcoming events at St. Clare Friedensheim, New Glarus Home & Glarner Lodge. She also spoke of the Caring Network Brunch @ 9:00 with Susan L. Spahn being the speaker on her book, "Never Give Up". A book about an accident her brother had when he was only 12 years old. This is open to anyone and you can reply by call the Church office or Carolyn @ 938-2449.

*Staff Suggestions: Sue Sinnett was approached by the new Treasurer, Susan Hefty, to have two (2) identical adding machines for the two (2) persons adding up the envelopes and money after each service. Sue checked with Office Depot & Office Max with a Sharp EL-1197P Desktop Printing Calculator item # 776321 coming in at a price of $84.99 each. It was decided to table this at the present time. ATTENDANCE IS UP.

*CALENDARS:*Communion Sunday: June 26, 2016 - Cyndi Foley preparing the elementsWalk-up/Intinction CommunionUshers: Judy Weichmann, Cyndi Foley, Paul Rieder, & Kris Zanoya*Scripture Readers:June 05 Joe JanischJune 12 Kris ZanoyaJune 19 Kathleen GrossenJune 26 Judy Weichmann

*Aging & Disability Resource Center - transportation meeting to be held at the Church on July 11, 2016 @ 2:00 p.m.*COMMITTEE REPORTS:*Auxiliary Organizations: * Brotherhood: Paul is putting an article in the local newspapers about a program

being held in the Sanctuary during the Homecoming weekend. The Brotherhood is also thinking about setting up one (1) scholarship per year for a graduating Senior.

*Time & Talent: There hasn't been anything finalized at this time.*Administration:

*Covenant: Kathleen Grossen addressed the book that had been suggested by Joann Thompson on how to run meetings on a friendly basis. It was suggested to wait until Pastor Lance arrives and to see if he would like to help with the Covenant.

*Update on Job Description Research: Paul is working on this. He is checking online for information on Pastor Evaluation. It was suggested that we involve Pastor Lance in the decision on setting goals.

*Denise's resignation from Treasurer: We are looking for a new Treasurer with the knowledge and experience to handle this position.

*Exit Interview: Cyndi indicated that an exit interview needed to be scheduled with Pastor Dan.

*Building & Grounds: *Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Mt. Pleasant and Zwingli: The

Mt. Pleasant Chairman has asked to use the 1st Sunday School Room to store the voting machine. They will need to use the telephone extension in the snack kitchen to send in the votes. They will have extra insurance for the Church usage. Paul suggested that they make a donation to the Church instead of charging a fee.

* Ballard (posts) bids to take the place of the blue & white traffic steps by Church:Two (2) bids were received (1 written & 1 oral). The lowest bid was from Davis Foundations in the amount of $820.00. Jim Field made a motion to approve the Davis Foundation bid. 2nd by Jonathon Rupp. Motion carried. It was suggested to check with local organizations to see if they would be interested in the traffic steps that will be removed.

*Projection Frames are in. *May Parsonage Report: Margie Walls' May report was read. She feels that

everything is progressing along extremely well. *Appliances : Refrigerator, Gas Stove, Dishwasher & Microwave (all in black)

Four (4) bids were received. The lowest bid was from Kevin's in Monroe. Sue made a motion to go with Kevin's. 2nd by Lois Hopkins. Motion carried.

*Christian Ed: McFarland UCC is having a "Messy Church" day on July 10th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. Don't wear good clothes.

*Evangelism, Fellowship & Growth Committee: Root Beer Floats on Father's Day, June 19th.

*Memorials: Nothing at this time. *Mission Committee: Shift List.*Publicity:

Sandwich Boards are in need to being replaced as they are falling apart. Cyndi's husband is looking for boards with the letters included in the package deal. Also, Paul Rieder will help out with the projection system on the 5th Sunday of the month.

*Pastoral Relations Committee:

The Search Committee is to transition over to this Committee. Paul Rieder, Lois Hopkins & Chris Meier would like to be involved. It was suggested that Buck Walls be asked to join.

*Stewardship & Membership:The Committee met on May 16th and a letter will be going out on June 20th.

*Worship & Music Committee:Judy Weichmann indicated that the entire summer schedule has been filled except for August 14th. Tiff Bates had indicated that he would fill any spots open in August & September. A schedule is needed from Carolyn Hilliard and Mary Jean Blum on the Sunday's when accompanists are needed.

Appreciation was given to Pastor Dan Yeazel. We have enjoyed having him in our Church Family.

Sue Sinnett indicated that she would like to have a meeting set for the sound system. Cyndi suggested that we wait until the Annual Meeting and have the bids to bring to the Congregation. At that time, the parsonage would be complete and the sound system can be addressed again.

*Local Church Gatherings:Pastor Dan indicated that Mary Gafner will be introducing Pastor Lance to the area churches.

*CPR Training & AED:A AED Machine can be ordered through the New Glarus Fire Dept. for $1,195.00. We can also write a letter to Szvon Conway, Monroe Optimist Group, for a grant that covers the total cost of the AED Machine. The pads are not included in this price. Kathleen Grossen made a motion to get an AED Machine and 2nd by Jim Field. Motion carried.

Cyndi is contacting the New Glarus Fire Dept. in regards to having them come to the Church to provide CPR & AED Training classes at the cost of $55.00 per person. The classes will be scheduled after Pastor Lance arrives here.

*Safe Sanctuary:The background checks will start in July, 2016 for any person in the Church in contact with children.

*Southwest Association Meeting:Cyndi Foley and Kathleen Grossen attended. The theme was "LoveOver Fear".

*Book to Read - Weird Church, Welcome to the Twenty-First Century:This book is from Pastor Lance. Lois is going to read the book first and pass it to other Consistory members to read before Pastor Lance arrives.

*Constitution:The By-Laws need to reviewed and updated. Sue Sinnett and Kris Zanoya will complete this. At this time the max $ amount can be changed to $20,000.00 before the Congregation has to vote on the project. This was suggested by Kathleen Sulzer.

*LOCKING DOORS: Roann found the side door unlocked one day. Everyoneis responsible for ensuring that the Church is locked up when exiting the premises.

*The monthly Consistory member letter will continue through the end of Cyndi Foley's term.*Cheese Days Parade and cell phones for Churches were declined.

Lois Hopkins moved to adjourn. 2nd by Kathleen Grossen. Motion carried.

Respectively submitted.

Judy WeichmannConsistory Member

The Bunch to Lunch There will be no Bunch to Lunch on August 7th as there will be a reception for Rev. Lance Smith and family. We hope all of the regular Bunch to Lunch group will attend the reception in Fellowship Hall.

WHAT’S UP? Ever wonder what God is doing in your life, or what — if anything — he’s accomplishing through you? You aren’t alone! Many people in the Bible surely felt the same way, from Joseph as a prisoner in Egypt to Mary as a young, unwed expectant mother. Answers may come in time …. or may need to wait until we get to heaven. Meanwhile, like missionary Elisabeth Elliot, we can take comfort in this truth: “God is God. Because he is God, he is worthy of my trust and obedience.” Elliot proclaimed, “I will find rest nowhere but in his holy will that is unspeakably beyond my largest notions of what he is up to.”

Since there was no “Chimes” printed in July, this is a belated thank you to all who helped with the Summer Supper on June 3rd. We appreciated the food donations, the servers and

cashiers, and all the monetary donations. A big thank you to those who attended the supper and supported the event. Many stayed to see Erin Lehr crowned the 2016-2017 Monticello Dairy Queen. It was a successful, fun evening. The new Women’s Guild Yearbook should have reached you early in July. Hopefully you found your name under one of the activities and have marked the reminder on page 1 of the booklet. Our next event is August 9, 2016 at Pleasant View for their birthday party. This is listed on page 8 of the yearbook. If your name falls alphabetically between Beverly Hilliard and Jan Krupke, please give one of the chairpersons listed a call to offer your support. Thank you again for supporting the Women’s Guild and the events we sponsor.

A month of Sundays“August is like the Sunday of summer,” an online memo

proclaims. But that means different things to different people.If you see Sunday as the end of a week — a chance to sleep in,

do “nothing,” relax and play — then August might be your downtime at the end of a busy summer. If Sunday feels heavy because the onslaught of the workweek is approaching, then August may carry the dread of falling leaves and falling temperatures.

But if you view Sunday as a fresh start to the week, then August, with a new school year and new church programming around the corner, can be exciting. And if you honor Sunday as the Sabbath, indeed “August is like the Sunday of summer.” God invites us to enjoy these holy days and give thanks to him, the Creator of all seasons.

Heidi Mann

IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE WISCONSIN CONFERENCE UCC

Moving Toward Declaring Wisconsin Conference UCC an Immigrant Welcoming Conference

The Conference Board of Directors brings forth a resolution to declare the Conference an Immigrant Welcoming Conference. This resolution was placed on the agenda of the 2016 Annual Meeting with the support of the Board of Directors. The full text of the Immigrant Welcoming Conference resolution is on a following page. This resolution is supported by the Wisconsin Conference Immigration Working Group. This process for adopting resolutions calls for a vote of the annual meeting when first brought forth, followed by one year of study bythe local congregations, and a confirming vote at the next year’s annual meeting. The action at the business meeting this year will be to begin this process. An online resource is available for local congregations to use to guide their discussions and provides suggestions on ways to enhance their study of this issue. The process calls for at least 30% of the congregations to report that they have engaged in some study. This study can be in the manner as chosen by the local church. This local study only calls for some discussion; it does not require that any action be taken or decision voted on. Responses are expected by March 1, 2017. At the annual meeting in June 2017, the vote to formally adopt the resolution will be held. The Immigration Working Group is available to provide support during the year of study and to be a resource to any local congregation, any committee, any Association body, any clergy group or any other gathering that will be holding discussions. To reach a member of the working group, contact the Conference office and the request will be forwarded to someone who can best be of assistance.

Immigrant Welcoming Conference Resolution

Resolution Calling on the Wisconsin Conference of the United Church of Christ to declare itself to be an Immigrant Welcoming Conference and calling on its Congregations to Covenant as Immigrant Welcoming Congregations

WHEREASWHEREAS the International Association for Refugees has stated, “The world is in the midst of a long-term refugee crisis;” andWHEREAS thousands of refugees and migrants, including those seeking asylum, come from throughout the world to the United States seeking safety, security, freedom, and opportunity; andWHEREAS our immigrant brothers and sisters continue to suffer as they fear raids, deportation, and seeing their families torn apart; andWHEREAS the Jewish and Christian tradition honors this text: “When an immigrant resides with you in your land, you shall not oppress the immigrant. The immigrant who resides with you shall be to you as the citizen among you; you shall love the immigrant as yourself, for you were immigrants in the land of Egypt” (Leviticus19:33-34, adapted from NRSV); andWHEREAS Jesus says, “‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” (Mark 12:31, NRSV); andWHEREAS Jesus further says in Matthew 25 of those who will receive the kingdom, “When I was hungry, you gave me something to eat, and when I was thirsty, you gave me something to drink. When I was a stranger you welcomed me…” (Matthew 25:35 Contemporary English Version); andWHEREAS migrants bring us as offerings their stories and experiences, dreams and hopes, energy and skills; andWHEREAS our new neighbors experience difficulties adjusting to life in a new country, difficulties such as language barriers, culture shock, a sense of loss, and isolation; andWHEREAS the welcome and support immigrants receive helps in the building of safe communities and future prosperity; andWHEREAS the United Church of Christ (UCC) declares “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcomed here;” andWHEREAS the Twenty-ninth General Synod passed a compassionate immigration resolution that included encouraging “congregations to further engage in education work on immigration from a faith

perspective, participating in border delegations and work toward making your congregation an Immigrant Welcoming Congregation;”BE IT RESOLVEDNOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Wisconsin Conference of the United Church of Christ declares itself an “Immigrant Welcoming Conference” and that it encourages the development of policies dedicated to facilitating the respectful welcome and inclusion of all immigrants into Wisconsin.BE IT RESOLVED that the Wisconsin Conference of the United Church of Christ calls on its members and congregations to become active “Immigrant Welcoming Congregations and Communities” and that it assist this process by making available on the Conference website the following resource which includes additional resources; “Becoming an Immigrant Welcoming Congregation -The Journey is Made by Walking,” as well as any assistance requested of the Wisconsin Conference Immigration Working Group.FUNDINGThe funding for the implementation of the Resolution will be made in accordance with the overall mandates of the affected agencies and the funds available.IMPLEMENTATIONThe Officers of the Conference in consultation with the Wisconsin Conference Immigration Working Group will assist congregations in the implementation of this resolution.

“If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.”

Mother TeresaAugust 7, 2016

Audio Recording: Dean FergusonAcolyte: Peyton MendleskiProjectionist: Joe JanischScripture Reader: Chris Meier

Greeters: Terry & Karen WichserTim & Sheri Wichser

Special Music: Rick & Paula RitschardHead Usher: Clarence PlussUshers: John & Kris Zanoya, John Baebler, Alan Bacher, Alan

Blum, Kelsey BeckwithSoul Food Café: Reception for Pastor Lance, Heather, Isaac, &

Zeke Smith hosted by the Ruth Circle.Bulletin Sponsor

August 14, 2016 Audio Recording: Derek SchwoererAcolyte: Alyssa Holcomb Projectionist: Chris MeierScripture Reader: Paul RiederGreeters: Buck & Margie Walls

Jeff & Anita ZuberSpecial Music: Tiff BatesHead Usher: Clarence PlussUshers: Bruce Briggs, Ken & Linda Christen, Max Cruse, Gary

& Anna Marie DavisonSoul Food Café: Reception for Kathleen SulzerBulletin Sponsor

August 21, 2016Audio Recording: Sue Sinnett Acolyte: Allen HauserProjectionist: Kathleen GrossenScripture ReaderGreeters: John & Kris Zanoya

Mary Aeberhard & Ruth ZellerSpecial Music: Elizabeth WeichmannHead Usher: Clarence PlussUshers: May Burgy, Glenn Burgy, Bill & Kay Dickson, Ken

& Micki Duerst Soul Food Café: Dave Gietzel & Barb Duerst Bulletin sponsored in celebration of Don Halvorsen’s birthday

by his family.

August 28, 2016Audio Recording: Sue Sinnett Acolyte: Tristin Klassy Projectionist: Cyndi FoleyScripture ReaderGreeters: Dorothy Christen & Dorothy Schlapbach

Harold & Wanda Babler Special Music: Barry Robinson ChorusHead Usher: Clarence PlussUshers: Gene & Alice Fahrney, Mary Field, Calsea Garbe, Karen

Gempeler, Roger GempelerSoul Food Café: Joan Flood & Eileen AlthausBulletin Sponsor

September 4, 2016Audio Recording: Dean FergusonAcolyte: Peyton Mendleski Projectionist: Joe Janisch Scripture ReaderGreeters: Tim & DeeDee Bruns

John & Kathy Baebler Special Music: Hymn SingHead Usher: Clarence PlussUshers: Gary Gilbertson, Dwayne & Gloria Godfrey, Suzy &

Don Halvorsen, Steve HolcombSoul Food Café is closed. Why not join the Bunch to Lunch

Group. Meet at the East Entrance at 10:30 am.Bulletin Sponsor

If you see an activity without a name, maybe you could fill that need! Sign up to help.We’re the

Walk to change the future type

Dear Zwingli Family,

Every year at over 200 walks nationwide, more than 900,000 people are inspired to take part in JDRF One Walk for the countless children, adults, and families faced with the burden of living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). They walk so that JDRF can continue to fund life-changing research that brings us closer to a world without T1D. This is why on September 18, 2016, I will be participating alongside thousands of others in the annual JDRF One Walk. Over the past 43 years, I have lived with T1D and I have not known a single day of my near 60 years of life without having T1D impacting each day being the child of a T1D parent also. Not only did WWII take my father’s legs, but it also threw him into a life with T1D. He survived 37 years. I am now in my 43rd year with T1D and have seen a world of changes in that time. There have been lots of great improvements in treatments but there has not yet been a cure and that is what I am working so hard to fund. Help us to find a cure for T1D so that no other child, adult, family, or friends have to battle this disease. Only with your ongoing help will a cure be found.

With T1D there are no days off and there is no cure—yet. But you can help us change that. It’s easy to do.

You can donate online at: https://www2.jdrf.org/site/Donation2?idb=1076941950&df_id=18367&18367.donation=form1&FR_ID=

6382&mfc_pref=T&PROXY_ID=1325960&PROXY_TYPE=20Or write a check payable to JDRF and write <Team GHC-

SCW/Sue Sinnett on the memo line. Thank you for everything you do to help us and the millions of others affected by T1D. With your support, we can walk to the finish, and turn Type One into Type None.Sincerely,Sue Sinnett

NEED A RIDE????? A quick reminder for everyone, the Aging & Disability Resource Center offers a few options for transportation for Monticello residents. First, there is a shuttle to Monroe twice a month (2nd and 4th Wednesdays). You will be picked up at home and can make as many stops as you like in Monroe. Our drivers are

happy to help with packages and the cost is only $4.50. We also do a shuttle to Madison, once a month (3rd Thursday) for $10. Lastly, if you need an individual ride to an appointment or to the grocery store and the shuttle won’t work for you, you can call and use our Driver Escort service. Driver Escorts are volunteers who use their own vehicles to help people get where they need to go, on your schedule. Cost depends on where you are going and the type of appointment. To inquire about any of these services please call the ADRC at 608-328-9499.

ADULT BIBLE STUDY

When Sunday School begins on Rally Day in September, our Adult Bible Study Class will begin a study of the New Testament book, Revelation. The book has long been hard to understand because of the type of writing that was used by the writer. I have in my personal library, a video lecture course on the book titled The Apocalypse: Controversies and Meaning in Western History. We will use some of the lectures from the course. The lecturer is Professor Craig R. Koester, who teaches New Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He has written many books and appeared in the TV series The Life of Apostle Paul with travel writer Rick Steves on PBS. He is known for interweaving the study of biblical texts with their impact on art, literature, and music. The class is open to all who are interested in knowing more about the Bible. We meet in room B-2 downstairs in the Sunday School wing on Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. If you have questions about our study, feel free to call me. My phone number is 325-4692. Kathleen Sulzer, discussion leader