September 2019

First Lutheran Church Albert Lea, MN www.flcal.org

SEPTEMBER MESSENGER V OLUME LXIX+ N O .9

Rally Day/100 Year Birthday September 8, 2019

First Lutheran Church + F.L.C. + For the Love of Christ

1919-2019

Please join us for a morning of fun as we celebrate

Rally Day and FLC turning 100!!!

8:00 am—Coffee Fellowship 9:15 am—Students register for Sunday School; and rehearse singing 10:00 am—One All Church Festival Worship Service with Sunday School children singing (Peace & Power live) 11:00 am—Food, birthday cupcakes, snow cones, etc. in Bethany Hall

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Pastors Page

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Altar Guild Meeting and Installation of Officers

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What’s Happening

For more information, please see the details on our website. You can also contact Jenny Edwin, our Christian Education Leader, by phone at 507-373-6424, or email us at firstoffice@flcal.org.

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Installation of Bishop Regina Marie Downing Hassanally

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Council Updates

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September Calendar

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Back to School Humor

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Oktoberfest Polka Worship Service

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Misc. FLC Information

August 29, 2019

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What’s Happening in October…

Oktoberfest Polka Worship Service—Sunday, October 6, 2019 at 10 am Reformation Luncheon—Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 12 pm in Bethany Hall Lutheran World Relief Van—Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 7 to 11 am Reformation Sunday—October 27, 2019 Lefse Bake —October 29, 30 & 31, 2019 in Bethany Hall

THE MISSION OF FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH IS: TO GATHER, EQUIP, AND EMPOWER PEOPLE TO JOYFULLY DO 1

CHRIST’S WORK.

+ Rejoice in the Lord! + Dear Friends in Christ, “Convict, Convert, Consecrate.” These are the words that our pastor in Minneapolis would often say in the prayer that he prayed before giving the Sunday morning sermon. Other times I have heard pastors pray, “May the words of my mouth and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, our Rock and Redeemer.” Still others have begun with: “Grace and peace to you from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” Amen. These words were meant to help the direction and result of the Sunday morning message. In a sense they set the ‘trajectory’ of the message.

Dictionary.com defines trajectory as: “the curve described by a projectile, rocket, or the like in its flight.”

The trajectory of a rocket is crucial in it’s ability to launch a satellite into orbit. Many of us will be watching football games this fall. The trajectory of a quarterback’s pass makes all the difference in whether it will wind up in the hands of his receiver down the field. We often use this same word for the direction of a life or an organization. Now as we conclude our Centennial Year here at First Lutheran Church I’ve been thinking about the trajectory of our church.

We have some great opportunities before us in the hiring and calling of new staff to enhance an already wonderful staff. We have a very able Church Council and other Teams to direct the ministries of our congregation. We have so many faithful pray-ers and people who do so much in serving in a wide variety of roles in First Lutheran Church. We have so much for which to be thankful that is a great basis for a hope-filled trajectory into the next century here. In the midst of a rapidly changing world and culture we might wonder what the future will bring. We listen to the promises of God’s Word: 11

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. 12 Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. 13 You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.

To seek God with all your heart is a great purpose for the life of an individual or a congregation. The T. R. I. P. practice of prayer helps us land at a place that will effect our trajectory.

T. stands for Thanks; we thank God for all the blessings.

R. stands for Regret: we confess to God our shortcomings.

I. stands for Intercession; we ask God’s Holy Spirit for the help we and others need. And P. stands for Purpose; we listen for God’s leading for an action we are to take today.

What a great way to start each day, or a new year, a new season in life, or even to begin a new century!

A theme that has emerged for me from our preaching texts from the Narrative Lectionary we resume this fall in our worship services is a sort of trajectory: Created, Called & Consecrated. We are created in God’s Image and for His glory. He has called us to faith and to serve in His Kingdom. He consecrates us as we yield ourselves to His purposes for our lives. It really has to do with our heart, for which God really cares.

Let’s all enjoy our celebration, especially on September 8, when we have our All-church 100th Birthday Worship Service and Party! Please, make every effort to come and enjoy a full church sanctuary together.

Whether we focus on the convicting and converting power of the Holy Spirit, or the words and meditations of our hearts, may the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ always direct our life together, and our trajectory as a church, into a bright, hope-filled future to the glory of Almighty God. In the Light of His Love,

Pastor John F. Holt 2

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH WOMEN CARING AND SHARING September 2019 - Rachel Co-Chairs Marge Moine Sandy Narverud

September Program

507-373-3548 507-377-0038 Workers

Mavis Abbe

Gen Montei

Eleanor Sorensen

Marian Ahnemann Breanna Munson

Mary Ann Venem

Mary Carstens

Kim Zenk

JoAnn Palmer

Wednesday, September 11, 2019 1:15 p.m. in Bethany Hall Pioneer Day/Past Presidents Program: Past History of the Ladies Aid and Mission Society of First Lutheran Church By: Joyce Fredin and Donna Ludtke Music: Donna Ludtke and Friends Devotions: TBA Offering Prayer: TBA

Neva Mathison

Cakes Stephanie Olsen Jo Hanson

Debra Kenison

Sandi Batten

Kara Heinemann

Diane Olson

Kristin Bauman

Brandy Hensche

Naomi Schmidt

Rita Drescher

Amber Jensen

Amanda Van Ryswyk

October Program Reformation Luncheon

First Lutheran Church Women Help Support Local & Global missions Purchase Gift Cards

Wednesday, October 9, 2019 12 noon in Bethany Hall Program: Albert Lea Police Department Making Your Home Safe By: Jason Taylor Music: Hymns with Joan Holt Devotions: Jane Loge Offering Prayer: Jane Loge

Gift Cards are available in the Gift Shop and in the church office during the week.

The Altar Guild invites you to join them for their meeting and installation of officers on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 6 pm in Bethany Hall.

Please call if you are willing and able to serve on the Altar Guild one month per year!

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT FLC

September 15, 2019

Fall 8 am — Traditional Worship Service 9:15 am — Worship in the Chapel 9:30 am-Immersion-Bethany Hall 10:30 am — Praise & Worship Service

* Holy Communion:

September 22, 2019 at the 10:30 am service

First & Third Sundays of the month First & Third Thursdays of the month

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX PROJECT FLC will again be assembling and collecting shoe boxes to be sent to children around the world.

CENTENNIAL - Did You Know?

September 30, 1984 - 116th Anniversary of First Lutheran Congregation Reverend Franz Einar Wulfsberg was the pastor of Norwegian Evangelical Lutheran Church at that time 1984 - Stephen Ministry, a lay ministry training program, began for 30 persons. Training took place over a two year period and was led by Pastor 1919 Fran Odden September 13, 1995 – a latch key choir program begins for elementary students September 2006 – the first joint rally Sunday with First Baptist, First Presbyterian, Vineyard, First Lutheran, and Trinity Lutheran Churches was held in Central Park, including a picnic, carnival, and games for families September 2009 - Open Doors Month - Blue Zone Vitality Project - faith initiative - encourage people to come to weekly church services for better health September 14, 2014 - a dedication service was held for the back-lot project.

The project included the new back entrance, canopied drop off area, two level parking area, and a new garage September 2015 - Morning Muffins for YFC started. FLC supported the ministry by baking muffins to be served on a regular schedule 4

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT FLC The Social Ministry Commission of First Lutheran Church, 301 West Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN will host its Fall Lutheran World Relief Ingathering on Saturday, October 12, 2019, from 7-11am. A semi-trailer donated by Crossroads Trailer of Albert Lea will be in the parking lot behind the church, off of St. Mary's Avenue (east side of the church). Follow the signs for entering and exiting.

Quilts, Fleece Tied Blankets, School Kits, Personal Care Kits, Fabric Kits, Baby Care Kits, and Bath Size Bars of Soap will be collected. Please follow the packing instructions found in the LWR Guidelines. We really appreciate the sturdy and easy to handle boxes! Remember the 40 pound limit!!

LWR has an urgent plea for school kits! We hope you have taken advantage of all the sales on school supplies.

Education is critical in helping poverty-stricken children. The contents of a school kit could mean the difference between getting an education or not. In areas where LWR works, required school supplies may be more than families can afford.

Monetary donations will be forwarded to the LWR Quilt & Kit Shipping Fund. Make checks payable to Lutheran World Relief.

The Special Outreach Cause Offering for the month of September is Accompong, Jamaica Well Drilling and Drum Set. Friends at First will start meeting again for lunch.

NO Program.

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 11:30 a.m. in Bethany Hall Menu: Lasagna, lettuce salad, garlic bread and cupcakes.

This community has to raise its own funds for projects, maintenance and development. The people have to travel quite a distance for water and are in need of a well closer. Also, they are encouraging the kids of Accomong to preserve the unique culture of their ancestors and they are in need of a drum set.

Special offering envelopes will be available from the ushers at church services. Please, make checks payable to FLC.

Volunteer Appreciation and All Servants of the Lord Supper will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 in Bethany Hall from 5:00 – 7:00 pm.

This supper is to thank everyone who does any type of volunteer work in the Church.

This includes all Ushers, Choir members, Altar Guild members, FLCW members, Quilters, Crafters, Messenger Crew, Monday Counters, Confirmation students, parents & group leaders, Sunday School Teachers and helpers, Sunday snack servers, Commission members, Welcome Ministry Team, etc. If you have helped at any time here at First Lutheran Church you are invited.

Our Volunteers

Serve

We can’t have all the programs here at First Lutheran Church without all of you who are behind the scenes making everything run smoothly with all of the activities that go on here!

Please plan to attend this supper and receive a free gift in appreciation of your wonderful help here at First Lutheran Church!

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FLC COUNCIL UPDATES Minister of Music Search Committee- the Committee has completed 9 telephone interviews. Two on site interviews were held the week of August 19th. We are hoping to have someone hired the last week of August or first week in September. Keep praying that the Holy Spirit will lead us to just the right one.

Interim Pastor- The Synod has been contacted for suggestions. The process is underway.

Call Committee- Pastor Holt will be convening the Nominating Committee in the next few weeks to complete a few items. Recruiting a Youth Chair, Vice-President, a Final Nominating Committee Member and to get a Call Committee in place.

Associate Pastor of Teaching and Family Ministries- Keeping in mind succession planning, the council is considering the concept of the next pastoral call being a “Co-Lead Pastor.” Then in May 2021, when the term of Pastor Holt’s Call here is completed, we would have our new Lead Pastor in place. Then our church would call a second pastor to serve the congregation’s needs.

Accessibility- You will be noticing over the next month or so that we are adding a few features for accessibility. The unisex bathroom on the main level will have a handicap switch on it so that it is more accessible. The front door off Clark Street will also have a new handicap door switch due to the current one leaking hydraulic fluid.

Budget Shortfall Provide congregation with monthly updates via verbal, screen and messenger announcements.

FLC’s Peace and Power Congregation will be invited to donate to our general fund in appreciation of their worship experience.

Three fundraising events (Taco John’s, Pizza Ranch and water sales at the 4 th of July Parade) have been held thus far. There are two additional events planned, Taco Johns and a Polka Music Worship service and dinner.

For additional Council Information, a copy of the council minutes is available at the welcome center or Clark Street Entry.

Installation of Bishop Regina Marie Downing Hassanally

BY THE GRACE OF GOD

Rev. Regina Marie Downing Hassanually Is called as the fourth bishop of the Southeastern Minnesota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America She will be installed at a festive service of Holy Communion Saturday, September 14, 2019-2 pm St. John Lutheran Church, Owatonna

Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, PRESIDING BISHOP of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America will preside.

Your prayers and presence are requested. Reception to be held at the church immediately following the service.

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THANK YOU’S

To all of you who supported my participation in the Habitat 500 this year my deepest thanks. For 23 years your continued support of money, prayers, and love to a cause in which I believe fills me with joy, hope, and humility. This year I have raised over $9,000 for our local Habitat affiliate with over $3,000 coming from First Lutheran Church. Thank you! If you had planned to donate, but haven’t yet done so I can still accept donations through mid October. May God continue to bless you all. ~Lilah Aas

FLC YOUTH ANNOUNCEMENTS ATTENTION: Parents of College Students

We would love to send your college student a care package from our congregation this fall (sometime before Finals). We want you let them know we are thinking about and praying for them during their time of studies.

Please email Jordan (jordan@flcal.org) your student’s address so we can get them on our list and send them a package.. If you have questions or would like to help please contact Jordan (373-6424)

7th - 12 Graders The Donut Hour Sunday Mornings 9:15 - 10:15 Youth Room

Come enjoy some free donuts on Sunday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15 in the Youth Room. We will eat, relax, and have some good conversation.

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Eikon Wednesday Nights 7:30 - 9:00 Youth Room Eikon is our youth group for 10th - 12th Graders. We meet almost every Wednesday night during the school year. We meet from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

September 2019 Sun 1

8 am-Traditional Worship w/Comm.-S

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2 Office & Building Closed

9am-1pm-Golden K Kiwanis Waffle Breakfast -BH 9-am-12 pm Gift Shop Open

10 am-Praise & Worship-w/Comm.-S

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3 pm-Thorne Crest Communion-Grace 6:30 pm-Ministry Teams meet-BH 7 pm-Narcotics Anonymous-MPR

6:30 pm-Men’s Bible 8 am-Prayer Group-P 9 am-FLCW Board-P 9:30 am-Bible Study10:30 am-Good Sama Comm.-Trinity

8 am-Happiness Is a Blanket-MPR 9:30 am-Staff meeting-P

11 am-1 pm-Gift Sho

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National Grandparents Day 9-am-12 pm Gift Shop Open 9:15 am-Immersion-BH

9 9 am-Holidays Ahead Crafting-BH 10 11-am-1pm Gift Shop Open

8 am-Happiness Is a Blanket-MPR 9:30 am-Staff meeting-P 2:30 pm-Senior Towers Communion-FLC

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6:30 am-Men’s Bible St

8 am-Prayer Group-P 9:30 am-Bible Study-

11 am-1 pm-Gift Sho

10 am-Service 11 am-2pm-Rally Day & 100 Year Celebration

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8 am-Traditional Worship w/Comm.S

7 pm-Narcotics Anonymous-RR

1 pm-Tops-RR 6 pm-Altar Guild Anniversary Fellowship 1:15 pm-FLCW Progra Dinner-/ Installation of Officers-BH 7 pm-Narcotics Anonymous-MPR

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7 pm-Narcotics Anonymous-RR

7 pm-Narcotics Anonymous-MPR

6:30 am-Men’s Bible St 8 am-Prayer Group-PR Set up for Hospice Lunc 9:30 am-Bible Study-MP 11 am-1 pm-Gift Sh 11 am-1pm-Hospice Sal 1 pm-Tops-RR 1:30 pm-MC #12-MPR

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9 am-Holidays Ahead Crafting-BH 11-am-1pm Gift Shop Open

9-am-12 pm Gift Shop Open

9:15 am-Chapel Service w/Comm.

9:15 am-Sunday School 9:15 am-Immersion-BH

10:30 am-Praise & Worship w/Comm.-S

5:30 pm-Fundraising Committee-P 6:30 pm-Church Council meets-P

8 am-Happiness Is a Blanket-MPR 9:30 am-Staff meeting-P 11:30 am-Friends at First Lunch-BH 1 pm-Library Board meets-L 3 pm-Set up for Hospice Salad Luncheon

12 pm-Christian Solos meet-not at church

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9:15 am-Chapel Service 9:15 am-Sunday School 9:15 am-Immersion-BH

10:30 am-Praise & Worship with Confirmands-S

12-2pm-Confirmation Celebration for Greta Larson-P

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8 am-Traditional Worship-S

9-am-12 pm Gift Shop Open

9:15 am-Chapel Service 9:15 am-Sunday School 9:15 am-Immersion-BH

10:30 am-Praise & Worship--S

9 am-Holidays Ahead Crafting-BH 11-am-1pm Gift Shop Open 4 pm-CPR for Life #4-MPR 6 pm-MC #6-P 7 pm-Narcotics Anonymous-RR

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9 am-Holidays Ahead Crafting-BH 11-am-1pm Gift Shop Open 7 pm-Narcotics Anonymous-RR 8

8 am-Happiness Is a Blanket-MPR 9:30 am-Staff meeting-P

6:30 am-Men’s Bible St

8 am-Prayer Group-P 9:30 am-Bible Study-M

11 am-1 pm-Gift Sho

1 pm-Tops-RR 7 pm-Narcotics Anonymous-MPR

1 pm-Messenger Crew 3:30 pm-Set up for Vo Appreciation-BH

AA=Alcoholics Anonymous BH=Bethany Hall C= Chapel CR=Choir Room MC= M MPR=Multi-Purpose Room N= Nursery NA=N P =Parlor PR= Prayer Room RR=Resource R SL=South Lot YR=Youth Room w/Comm.=w

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Study-MPR 3 pm-Oak Park Place Comm.4:30 pm-Al-Anon-MPR PR Salem 5:15 pm-Tops-RR 6:30 pm-Confirmation -MPR 7 pm-Eikon-YR 6:30 pm-Chapel Service aritan7 pm-10th gr. Confirmation-P w/Comm.

8 pm-Confirmation pictures

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11-am-1pm Gift Shop Open 10 am-A. A.-MPR

1 pm-Hardanger-MPR

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Patriot Day

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11-am-1pm Gift Shop Open 10 am-A. A.-MPR 1 pm-Hardanger-MPR

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6:30 pm-Confirmation 7 pm-Eikon-YR op Open 7 pm-10th gr. Confirmation-P 4:30 pm-Al-Anon-MPR

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l C= Chancel Mission Circle Narcotics Anonymous Room S=Sanctuary with Holy Communion 9

11-am-1pm Gift Shop Open 1 pm-Hardanger-MPR

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10 am-A. A.-MPR

Back-to-school humor What kind of school do you go to if you’re … … an ice cream man? Sundae school … a giant? High school … a surfer? Boarding school … King Arthur? Knight school Teacher: What’s the chemical formula for water?

Student: H-I-J-K-L-M-N-O Teacher: What are you talking about?

Student: Yesterday you said it was H to O. Math teacher: A person from LA drove toward New York at 250 miles per hour as a person from New York drove toward LA at 150 miles per hour. Where did they meet?

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COME AND JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL WORSHIP EXPERIENCE AND A GERMAN CELEBRATION MEAL Oktoberfest Polka Worship Service First Lutheran Church 301 West Clark Street Albert Lea, Minnesota 56007

Sunday, October 6, 2019 10:00 a.m.

Music Presented by Chuck Thiel and The Jolly Ramblers Dinner served in Bethany Hall following the Worship Service 11:30 am-1:30 pm Bavarian Marinated Center Cut Pork Chop Red Cabbage Spaetzle Tickets will be available from all Commission members, Staff and Apple Strudel Sticks Council members.

Children: Hot Dog and Macaroni and Cheese ADVANCE SALE TICKETS: ADULTS $10 CHILD $5 Dinner music by The Jolly Ramblers Tickets available at the door: Adults $12 and Children $6

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MEMORIALS, HONORS & SPECIAL GIFTS PEACE & POWER FUND In Memory Of: Burton Halverson given by: Eleanor Nolting, Phyllis Ulland Jane Reid given by: Talora Grosland, Mavis Bryson, Marvyl Dahl, Craig & Brenda Ludtke, Dwaine & Mavis Abbe, Ruth Noren, Ione Kelly, Roger Lonning, Judy Menssen, Milton & Eva Haroldson, Bob & Patricia Goldman, Ernest Webster, Stan & Alice Jensen, Gary & Ginny Thompson, Mission Circle #31 of First Lutheran Church of Albert Lea, MN Arthur “Art” Ludtke, Jr. given by: Richard & Jo Bothun, Sharon Wakefield, Marian Ahnemann, Joy White, Laverne & Shirley Strand, Tim & Mary Stapleton, Davis & Julie Gilbertson, Ann Hanson, Audrey Christensen, Donald & Arlis Smith, John & Patricia Hareid, Janice Hammer, Kenneth A. Anderson, Norris Lovik, Robert & Sherry Nyman, Lorraine Hanson, Marvyl Dahl, William & Marilyn Danielsen, Robert & Sharon Johnson, Stanley & Alice Jensen, Paul & Judith Dilling, Ruth Benson, Donald & Joanne Johnsrud, Janan Beenken, Helene Westrum, Paul & Mary Thompson, Fern Urbatsch Pamela Slette given by: Sharon Wakefield, Anne Marie Harshbarger & daughter Miranda, Audrey Christensen, Paddy Hoium, Clarence & Barbara Heavner Vernon “Larry” Fjelstad given by: Audrey Christensen, Paul & Barbara Rehmke, Gen Montei, Donald & Arlis Smith, Alton Flugum, Mission Circle #20 of First Lutheran Church of Albert Lea, MN, Cathy Legried, Deloris Goskeson, Marvyl Dahl, Helene Westrum George Goskeson given by: Ethel Underland, Michal & Jane Hanson Ray Sorenson given by: Dennis & Carol Colstrup Brad Goette given by: Bev Nelson Betty Nelson given by: Bev Nelson Violet Patterson given by: Donald & Arlis Smith Husband Wallace, nephews Brian, Berry, Steve & Gary given by: Helen Lovik Virgil Waltz given by: Clayton Tufte Judy Olson given by: Duane Skophammer Classmate & friend—Dave Poole given by: Dennis & Carol Colstrup Trudy Lerud given by: Vern & Shirley Strand Gerald Joachim given by: Gen Montei, Neva Mathison David R. Christ given by: Jim & Gayle Christ Berdel Miller given by: Sharon Wakefield Muriel Rogness given by: Janet Engebretson, Gladys Rowe

In Honor Of: Our Mom, Arlene Jensen best mom ever given by: Steve & Tamera Wencl Tim O’Shields given by: Hildy Vallevand Pastor Sean Forde given by: Hildy Vallevand

Gifts Given By: Kathleen Lester, JoAnn Palmer, Mike & Della Simmons, Leroy & Garnet Folie, Maxine Rognes, Hugh Whitesell, Kelly & Connie Brown, Patricia Tallman, Thomas & Barbara Guiney, Judy Hagen, David & Jody Nechanicky, Eugene & Wanda Soland, Ruth Kaduce, Charles & Janet Griebenow

RADIO FUND In Memory Of: Vernon “Larry” Fjelstad given by: Gordon & LouJean Nelson, Bonnie Schneider, Darv & Marcia Habben

Gifts Given By: First Lutheran Church Women of Albert Lea, MN, Jane Maiden

SANCTUARY LIGHTING FUND In Memory Of: Arthur “Art” Ludtke, Jr. given by: Foodsby, Inc., Eleanor Nolting, Pam Stern, Larry & Julia Tonder, Jo Hanson, Gary & Ginny Thompson, John & Barb Cliff, Shirlie Brownlow, Bob & Marilyn Sasser, David & Rachel Christensen, Ken & Diane Damerow, Tom & Judy Mullen, Dave & Brenda Van Fossen, Judy Folven, Lilah Aas, Larry & Janice Lestrud, Duane & Eunice Hatleli, Darv & Marcia Habben, David & Sue Olson, Gerald & Geraldine Vogt, JoAnn Palmer, Judy Hagen, Lorraine Bakken, Marge Moine, Bob & Joni Rowe, Jim & Vicki Anderson, Joe & Marge LaFrance, Jerry & Marilyn Chafee, Jerry & Carol Frydenlund, Carol Olson, Jerry & Garnice Rasmusson, Larry M. Katzung, Wayne & Carol Hedalen, Deb Hanson, Craig & Michele Johnson, Eric & Dorothy Justesen, Dwaine & Mavis Abbe, Joe & Marcia Sczublewski, Roger & Mary Jemming, Neva Mathison, Michael & Andrea Jensen, Gary & Karen Ohlmann, Ruth Noren, Kenneth & Athelene Gerber, David & Lois Palmer, Dr. E.K. & Dipika Karan, Gen Montei, Robert & Marilyn Blong, Henry & Margaret Savelkoul, Linda Sue Erlandson, Bill & Ann Satre, Crystal Ferley, Aaron & Amy Ladlie, Robert & Maureen Veldman, Mary Ann Martinson, Joyce Johnson, Rodney & Linda Johnson, Jane Hofkamp, Robert & Bernice Moreau, Dann & Barbara Heilman, Jamie & Nancy Kyllo, Scott & Ann Goodmanson, Stephan & Linda Lund, Beverly Grotsun, Betty Sandvig, Tom & Karen Hovde, Donald & JoAnn Nolander, Jay & Patricia Johnson, Nordean Fox, Ruth Reppe, Charles & Mary Johnson, Gary & Cheryl Petersen, Bob & Darlene Levisen, Bob & Patricia Goldman, Bruce Senske, Paul & Jan Overgaard, Craig & Jan Hoium, Dennis & Inez Haukoos, Richard & Judith Kary, Hazel Senske, Amy Williams, Wayne & Jackie Sletten, 12

MEMORIALS, HONORS & SPECIAL GIFTS CONT. Sandy Narverud, Mark & Terri Stadheim, Michael Schwartz, Richard & Sandra Murray, Steven & Dorothy Michaelis, James & Jill Johnson, Paul & Gwen Wick, Patrick & Deanne George, Ione Kelly, Douglas Christopherson, Elaine Irey, Kimberly Emery, Stuart & Julie Bestul, Kathryn Oothoudt, Allen & Renee Irey, Tim & Resha Hovde, Bruce & Maureen Haugsdal, Max & Marlene Jensen, Glenn & Sheila Kermes, Peter & Terisa Van Erkel, Mary Ann Beese, James & Kim Heise, Donald & Kimberly Olson, Allan & Deb Brown, Prairie Lakes Church of Cedar Falls, IA, Family & friends, Deanna Bergheim

HELPING FAMILIES FUND In Memory Of:

Pamela Slette given by: Pam Stern, Paul & Jan Overgaard, Tom & Karen Hovde, Jim & Vicki Anderson

Vernon “Larry” Fjelstad given by: David & Linda Pederson

Celebrating Pamela Slette - God’s cherished child given by: Wayne & Jackie Sletten

ALTAR GUILD FUND In Memory Of: Pamela Slette given by: Larry & Janice Lestrud, Jerry & Marilyn Chafee

TIM O’SHIELD’S SEMINARY INTERN FUND In Memory Of: In Honor Of:

Vernon “Larry” Fjelstad given by: Bonnie Trampel, Deloris Tim O’Shields given by: Bob & Joni Rowe Fligge, Carol Olson, Larry & Janice Lestrud, Pam Stern, R.D. & Lisa Sturtz, Michael & Nancy Myers, Paul & Jan Gifts Given By: Overgaard, Family & friends Vergie Asper, Theresa Hanson, Ruth Kaduce Jane Reid given by: Jo Hanson FOOD FOR SCHOOL BACKPACKS FUND Doris Groff given by: Jo Hanson

In Memory Of:

George Goskeson given by: Duane & Eunice Hatleli

Arthur “Art” Ludtke, Jr. given by: Allen & Bonnie Anderson

Kevin Goskeson given by: Duane & Eunice Hatleli

In Honor Of:

In Honor Of: Pastor Sean Forde given by: Donna Henrikson

And with thanks to Pastor Sean Forde and his family given by: Gary & Ginny Thompson

Gifts Given By:

Pastor Sean Forde given by: Arnie & Mary Ann Venem

Norm & Joyce Fredin, Quentin & Cindy Wittrock

KIMBERLY (OLSON) GODDARD SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Memory Of:

Gifts Given By: Darv & Marcia Habben

Marge Lukecart given by: Judy Folven

Don’t see your gift? Any gifts recorded by the church office after August 21, 2019 will appear in the next issue. Any questions or concerns, please call the church office 373-6424. Thank you.

KEITH & DELORIS FLIGGE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Honor Of: Pastor Sean Forde & family given by: Deloris Fligge and family

Pastoral Records: Baptisms, Weddings, Deaths, Funerals, Memorial Services Funerals, Memorial Services Vernon “Larry” Fjelstad, July 28, 2019 Hoyt McIntyre, August 7, 2019

Weddings Scott Malakowsky and Cathy Rofshus August 10, 2019

Baptisms Sawyer Brian Jordahl, July 28, 2019 Ebony Ireland Meyer, July 28, 2019 Ethan Brock Lokken, August 4, 2019

Michael Morrison and Nicole Larson July 20, 2019 Matthew Van Fossen and McKenna Jones August 10, 2019 13

MISCELLANEOUS FLC INFORMATION

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eed a ride to church?

We are using the Albert Lea Taxi Service. Those who need a ride to church can call 383-3341 to schedule a ride to the service of their choice on Sundays, or Thursday evenings. Just let the driver know to bill FLC.

Albert Lea

Personal Visitation by the Pastors To support people at the time of illness or injury, pastors do make personal visits in hospitals, homes or Care Centers.

Many hospitals, like the Mayo’s Methodist & St. Mary’s Hospitals in Rochester no longer give pastors access to lists of patients. So, if we happen to be there visiting someone, and we don’t know about someone else hospitalized, we have no way of discovering that person any more.

Hospitals do NOT call pastors/churches to inform them of admissions, and have not for decades. So, please, call, if you want us to know.

We try to be available in emergencies.

Do not hesitate to call the church (373-6424), if you have not seen a pastor and would like to request a visit. If you call the church office after hours and get the recording, keying option ❸ will send your call directly to the pastor on call.

No name is automatically put on a printed prayer list. We ask permission before we include a name on our printed prayer list. Please, let us know if you want to be on the prayer list or be visited. ~Your FLC Pastors

WHEN YOU NEED PRAYER… Call the prayer chain coordinators, Jo Hanson 763-257-9018 or Julia Tonder 373-9594.

Our Prayers are requested for healing and wholeness for: Casey Dusza, Robert “Bob” Edwin and Caydence Nechanicky.

Our Continued Prayers are requested for healing and wholeness for: Jody Bakken, Alan J. Christensen, Rodger Christenson, Mary Ann Christian, Dale Drescher, Millard Hamborg, Gregg Hatleli, Breckyn Heinemann, Glenn Helland, Noah Iverson, Sharon Johnson, Deb Koenigs, Phil Koppelman, Tom Loverink, Fred (Fritz) Moran, Bill Schulte, Jean Stearns, Betty Stolaas, Karen Szymanowski, Warren VanRiper, ... and their spouses, families & caregivers, and…safety for people serving in the Armed Forces, and their families.

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MISCELLANEOUS FLC INFORMATION FIRST LUTHERAN MESSENGER (USPS196-560)

Periodicals postage paid at

Published by First Lutheran Church (Monthly)

Albert Lea, Minnesota 56007

301 West Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN

Subscription price $1.00 per year

(Postmaster send address correction to 301 W. Clark St, Albert Lea, MN 56007)

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH OFFICE: Phone (507) 373-6424; E-mail: firstoffice@flcal.org; Fax 373-6330 Mailing address—301 W. Clark St., Albert Lea, MN 56007 Office Hours- Monday- Thursday: 8am-5pm; Friday: 8am-4:45pm Building Hours- Monday – Thursday: 7am-8:30pm; Friday: 8am-4:45pm Saturday: 8am-12pm; Sunday: 7am-12pm Other times by appointment or as meetings/events are scheduled

Web site–www.flcal.org

PASTORAL STAFF e-mails and emergency telephone numbers: Pastor John Holt, johnh@flcal.org (Cell–383-4750; Home–377-0046)

July 2019 Financial Report Total Income Total Expenses Surplus (Deficit)

FLC General Fund (G.F.) Actual Budget $428,599 $481,892 $489,376 $481,892 ($60,777) 0

As of 7-31-19

Radio Income Expense Net gain (loss)

FLC Broadcast Ministries Actual Peace & Power $5,626 Income 7,444 Expense ($1,818) Net gain (loss)

If you have moved or changed phone numbers, (including cell phone) please call the church office with your new information.

Actual $37,691 27,147 $10,544

To be added or subtracted from our mailing list, e-mail firstoffice@flcal.org

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8 AM— Traditional Service 10 AM— Praise & Worship Service Thursday: 6:30 pm Worship Service in the Chapel * Holy Communion: First & Third Sundays of the month First & Third Thursdays of the month

First Lutheran Church 301 W Clark St. Albert Lea, MN 56007

Periodicals Postage Paid at Albert Lea, MN 56007

Sunday Worship Broadcasts 10:00 a.m. - Peace & Power-KAAL TV- Channel 6 (11:00 a.m. - KATE RADIO AM 1450

First Lutheran Church—F.L.C.—For the Love of Christ

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