JULY 2018 NEWSLETTER
THE REPORTER
Grace and peace to you from God the Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Next month, on Sunday August 12 at 10:00 a.m. at the Morton Center, West Nidaros will gather for worship with members from East Nidaros, Renner and Baltic Lutheran churches to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the founding of the original Nidaros Congregation. The last few months the planning committee has been meeting to make final plans for the celebration. As we plan for the day, I’ve personally been reflecting on the significance of this celebration. What I’ve realized is that 150 years is nothing to sneeze at…it is a significant milestone. For comparison consider the following: The state of South Dakota is 129 years old, and the city of Sioux Falls was incorporated on March 3, 1883 making its charter as a city 135 years old. The year the Nidaros Congregation was founded was the same year that Thomas Edison applied for his first patent, it was also the year that saw the 14th amendment adopted, President Andrew Johnson impeached, and the election of President Ulysses S. Grant. There is no doubt that a lot has changed in 150 years, we no longer arrive at church on horseback, or in a horse drawn wagon. But what hasn’t changed is why we gather. The same thing that led to those early settlers gathering together and forming a new congregation is the same thing that continues to lead us to gather in worship, God’s Word of promise in His Son Jesus Christ. That same Word continues to be proclaimed every week in each of the congregations that claim heritage from the original Nidaros Church. This means our great heritage is not what we often think, our great heritage is not a building, a location, a grandparent or great grandparent, our great heritage is and has always been the Word of God in Jesus Christ. This is why we will gather on August 12, together with 4 congregations, together as one congregation in Jesus Christ. Gathered to hear God’s Word of promise for us, the same Word that O.O. Sando preached, yet we, like our ancestors will hear this Word anew and it will do the same thing is has always done, it will bring us to death so that it might raise us up, a NEW creation in Jesus Christ. So, let’s celebrate 150 years of proclamation, 150 years of Word and Sacrament ministry, and see how God’s Word is alive, active among us, doing that for which is has been sent. Blessings to you all. In Christ, Pr. Jared Rakness
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Generosity & Missions May Operating Fund Actual Monthly Income: $21,568.03 Actual Monthly Expenses: $24,558.94 Actual YTD Income: $123,235.26 Actual YTD Expesnes: $132,007 Budget: $398,590 Horse Creek Wish List West Nidaros will be once again traveling to HORSE CREEK at the end of July to serve the community there and lead VBS. We are looking to collect these items before we leave: 25 new or lightly used sleeping bags, 25 water bottles, 4050 pair of flip flops of all sizes, and 25 flashlights with batteries. We are also collecting books and toys. Donated items can be dropped off in the designated bin by the north entrance.
Cookie Jar The July cookie jar offerings will be going to school supply kits. Thank You Thank you for the cards, food, and visits during my recovery from back surgery. It is great to live in such a caring community. Pam Petersen Thank you to everyone who came to help me celebrate my 90th birthday last weekend. My family and I had a great time. I appreciate all things you have done for me over the years. I have been blessed to be part of such an amazing community and church. God bless you all! Lorraine Rye 80+ July Birthday 3 - Bill Bunde
July Calendar 11 - Outing to Brookings 25 - Bible Study No Book Club or Quilting during the summer WELCA Minutes The West Nidaros met Saturday, June 9th, beginning with a potluck brunch. Joan Eitrheim read a poem about “Dad” and some quotes from “Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People”. Wednesday, July 11th, was set for our meeting date. We will go to Brookings and tour McCory Gardens, the art and ag museums. We had discussion about how to encourage others to attend the monthly Bible studies. The next three months the study will be on prayer. Betty will put something in the newsletter and bulletins about this. Prayer concerns: Marge Hegge, Holly Norgaard, and Gene Haagenson.
July Outing Plan to attend our summer outing to Brookings on Wednesday, July 11th. We will meet at the church at 9:30 am to carpool. We plan to visit McCrory Gardens and Visitors Center (admission $4.00), have lunch at Crafts which is 1 block south of the Campanile. We will also visit the SD Art Museum on campus, as well as the South Dakota Agricultural Museum. We’ll end our day at the Dairy Bar for delicious SDSU ice cream! There may be another stop at the Veterans Memorial Park. All women are welcome to join in this day of food, fun and fellowship! Prayer Chain For prayer chain requests, please call the church office at 543-5215 or email at office@westnidaros.org. To be on the prayer chain, please contact the church office or Cindy Ludens at cindyludens@alliancecom.net.
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For Body Mind and Spirit Health Effects of Sitting Edward R. Laskowski, M.D. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expertanswers/sitting/faq-20058005 When you sit, you use less energy than you do when you stand or move. Research has linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns. They include obesity, increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist and abnormal cholesterol levels, that make up metabolic syndrome. Too much sitting overall and prolonged periods of sitting also seem to increase the risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer. Any extended sitting — such as at a desk, behind a wheel or in front of a screen — can be harmful. An analysis of 13 studies of sitting time and activity levels found that those who sat for more than eight hours a day with no physical activity had a risk of dying similar to the risks of dying posed by obesity and smoking. However, unlike some other studies, this analysis of data from more than 1 million people found that 60 to 75 minutes of moderately intense physical activity a day countered the effects of too much sitting. Another study found that sitting time contributed little to mortality for people who were most active. More study is needed on the effects of sitting and physical activity on health. However, it seems clear that less sitting and more moving overall contribute to better health. You might start by simply standing rather than sitting when you have the chance or finding ways to walk while you work. For example: • Take a break from sitting every 30 minutes. • Stand while talking on the phone or watching television. • If you work at a desk, try a standing desk — or improvise with a high table or counter. • Walk with your colleagues for meetings rather than sitting in a conference room. • Position your work surface above a treadmill — with a computer screen and keyboard on a stand or a specialized treadmill-ready vertical desk — so that you can be in motion throughout the day.The impact of movement — even leisurely movement — can be profound. For starters, you'll burn more calories. This might lead to weight loss and increased energy. Also, physical activity helps maintain muscle tone, your ability to move and your mental well-being, especially as you age.
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Youth & Family Ministry July Quick Calendar 2 - Houston bus returns 8-13 - Confirmation Camp @ NeSoDak 15 - High School Ministry @ the Winter's 18-Wild Water West Family Night Wild Water West Family Night Everyone is invited to a Wild Water West Family Night on Wednesday, July 18 from 4-8 p.m. Cost is $4-7.50+tax, depending on age. There will be a live DJ & prizes! Horse Creek VBS We will be heading back out to Horse Creek on the Rosebud Reservation on Sunday, July 29 through Wednesday, August 1 to lead VBS for the children of the community. This is a FREE trip! Confirmation students are to go to Horse Creek at least once during their time in confirmation, however older students and adults are also welcome to join this trip! You can sign up on the Bible Camp bulletin board across from Jessi and Elise's office and contact one of them if you have questions.
Vacation Bible School Vacation Bible School will be August 5-8 from 6-8 p.m. Our theme will be "Camping Out in God's Word." We are looking for adult and older students to help out in a various ways. Please contact Jessi if you are able to help. Registration can be found online or in paper form at West Nidaros. We are also in need of adult volunteers! Please talk to Jessi or any Christian Ed board member if you are interested in helping. NeSoDak Confirmation Camp Our upcoming 7th grade confirmation students will be heading to NeSoDak near Waubay, SD for a week of Confirmation Camp, July 8-13. We will meet at West Nidaros to caravan over on Sunday, July 8 at 1:45 p.m. Closing worship is at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 13 and parents are invited to attend. Please let Elise know if your student needs a ride.
KMA (Key Ministry Area) Reports Evangelism & Mission Present: Gail Carlson, Lance Brekke, Cindy Johnson, Megan Faber & Karin Renner via smartphone Discussed & Deliberated: A high need identified at Horse Creek is for two entry doors at the community center. We will be collecting children's books. The VBS study will use a camping theme. We will be requesting donations of sleeping bags, flip-flops, water toys, water bottles, and bars or cookies. We invite our youth (confirmation or older) to join the mission trip. Concrete work for basketball may be happening. No reports received from Christian Ed, Local Ministries, Membership, Properties, Stewardship, or Worship & Devotion.
Administration Discussed & Deliberated: all youth trip adult leader background checks submitted using Protect My Ministry site - all online - easy & more convenient. Requested input from other KMA groups present on ways to reorganize ministry team groups. Need to provide ma more in depth example next month. Met with health ministry team to review liability waiver and accident report forms. Endowments Present: Ron H, Vince H, Char J. Absent: Kelly M., Tony L Discussed & Deliberated: Reviewed financials. Received frameworks of Bylaws for Endowment Committees and Gifting Policies from SD Synod office for guidance as we work to establish our own. Also discussed options for donor recognition. Next meeting: July 11
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West Nidaros Church Council Minutes West Nidaros Church Council Meeting – Wednesday June 6th, 2018 Meeting Called to Order: Jeff Oyen at 5:30 pm Devotions: Members Present: Pastor Jared, Jeff Oyen, Chris Langloss, Gail Carlson, Terry Leraas, Jim Ziesler, Alissa Nelson, Tim Tiahrt Members Absent: Mike Harstad, Mindy Rezac, Dale Olthoff, Theresa Lien, Marv Weiman, Mike Bemboom Visitors: Lynnette Kautz, Elise Hasche, Matt McAreavy Agenda: M/S: Chris Langloss/Jim Ziesler Visitors Report: Matt Meyerhoff: - Update on basement fixes, reach out to congregation for volunteers on helping - Add draintile to basement fix, bore pipe under road for drainage, replace downspouts, concrete from building to sidewalk Treasurer's Report: M/S: Jim Ziesler/Terry Leraas Financial Secretary's Report: 150th Annivarsary Celebration book - $500 M/S Gail Carlson/Jim Ziesler Secretary's Report: M/S: Chris Langloss/Tim Tiahrt Committee Review: Properties - Capital Campaign updates by Matt Meyerhoff & Matt McAreavy Unfinished Business: Bylaws/Constitution: - No Update Long Term Projects - Pledges received to date: 81 pledges totaling $194,475.00 out of 225 pledges sent - June 2018 funds received to date: $51,311.67 - Siding/Shingles Update: Expected to start soon, siding & shingles are delivered - Fire Detection system - work to be done with Muth Electric as they have time - Master Site Study Task Force - continue to look for volunteers, approx 10 members needed, adding Matt McAreavy - Mission component: compiling suggestions from congregration Capital Campaign Task Force - by Terry Leraas - Awaiting final pledges, phone calls to begin this week
AED Machine - Purchased and installed 2 AED machines Health Ministry Chair replacement: - Candidate is being recommended to the Health Ministry committee New Business 150th Anniversary service to be held August 12th, 2018 at the Morten Center - Pr. Steve Paulson from Luther House as acting Pastor - Special offering to Lutheran Leadership - Tickets to be sold for meal - 150th Anniversary book being commissioned Review of Pastor’s Report: Review of Faith & Formation Report: Review of Youth and Family Ministry Report: Review of Music & Worship Report: Review of KMA Minutes: Other Reports: For Your Information: Chris Langloss vacation from June 20th - 26th, 2018 Thank You's: Matt McAreavy for drainage plan Dale Olthoff & Lynnette Kautz for attending Synod Assembly Robert & JoAnn Oyen for the covered wagon in the Crooks parade Local Ministries for their excellence in sharing our mission in the Crooks parade Next Council Meeting: Wednesday, July 11th, 2018 at 5:30 pm Next KMA Meeting: Wednesday, July 11th, 2018 at 7:00 pm
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150th Nidaros Celebration Sunday, August 12th Worship - 10:00 a.m. At the Morton Center (at Hefty Seed) 47669 252th St Baltic, SD Meal following at 11:30 a.m. Roast Beef, Chicken, Cheesy Hash, Corn Bun, Dessert, Drink $10 adults, $5 child (6-10), 5 & under free Meal tickets available for purchase on Sunday mornings and in the church office during the week. 150th Anniversary Joint Choir Calling all past, present and wanna be choir/praise team singer. A joint choir from Baltic, Renner, East Nidaros, and West Nidaros is forming for the 150th Anniversary August 12. If you would like to be a part of this group, please call Kim Questad (605.360.3373) to be placed on the list. Bring a singing friend and make it fun! Rehearsal will be Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. at Baltic Lutheran through July (no practice on July 4th).
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Connect with us! Website: westnidaros.org Facebook: @WestNidarosLutheranChurch Instragram: @westnidaros Worship: Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fridays: 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
WEST NIDAROS STAFF PASTOR JARED RAKNESS (605) 543-5215 JARED@WESTNIDAROS.ORG DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION JESSI RAKNESS (605) 413-8412 JESSIRAKNESS@GMAIL.COM DIRECTOR OF YOUTH & FAMILY MINISTRY/OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR ELISE HASCHE (507) 438-9170 ELISE@WESTNIDAROS.ORG DIRECTOR OF MUSIC KRISTI STELTER (605) 254-5618 KRISTI@WESTNIDAROS.ORG CUSTODIAN CHRIS LANGLOSS (605) 940-0274 CHRIS@WESTNIDAROS.ORG CHURCH OFFICE (605) 543-5215 OFFICE@WESTNIDAROS.ORG
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