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Aug 2019 Evangelical & Reformed United Church of Christ Volume 8 66
On the Journey . . .
Rev. Dr. Bob Gross OCC
Number 1: Choose your friends carefully.
Proverbs 18:24, “A man of too many friends comes to ruin.”
It seems the world is getting increasingly toxic. Through-out God does command you to love people, but He does not
our lives, at work, play, family, church, or at home we come command you to be close friends with everyone. We often let
across “toxic people.” They look like everyone else, talk like toxic people into our lives. We
everyone else and can even be disguised as your best friend, think it’s the Christian thing to
family member or partner. “Toxic people are master do. Intending to help, we end
manipulators, skilled liars and great actors,” according to up being co-dependents. Get
Shannon Thomas, LCSW. “They can be hiding everywhere.” to know people before you
invite them intimately into
What are Toxic People? your life. Set healthy
Toxic people needlessly drain others of their time, money boundaries. Friends are there
and energy with the result of little personal change on their to enjoy, sharpen you
part and discouragement on the part of those who seek to biblically (Pr. 27:14), build you
help them. When the resources run dry, they move on to up in your faith – not tear you
another unsuspecting individual, oftentimes vilifying the down, drain you emotionally and love you conditionally.
former person who poured so much into their lives. They
may be an acquaintance we are trying to help. They may be Number 2: Be very careful who you marry.
someone we know as friend, family or church member. You can remove a toxic friend out of your life. You cannot,
under most circumstances, remove a toxic spouse out of
One way to tell you have a toxic person in your life: Every your life. This is a tough one to be in, especially since you
time you encounter or hang out with them, you feel share the same house together. If that’s you – pray,
exhausted, emotionally drained and negative. There’s establish boundaries, get help together, pray more. If you
always something with this person. are not married, be careful who you marry.
Nancy Irwin, Psy.D., of Seasons, a world class Addiction Number 3: Do not enable people who don’t want to grow.
Recovery Center in Malibu, describes a toxic person as Pray for the toxic person in your life. Encourage them to seek
anyone who is abusive, unsupportive, or unhealthy help. Don’t simply tolerate their toxicity. I love the story
emotionally—someone who basically brings you down about the “woe-is-me man” from John 5. “Sir, I have no man
more than up. “You may begin to feel dependent on him or to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up, but
her for their opinion, doubting your own,” she says. while I am coming, another steps down before me” (Jn. 5:7).
Are You a Toxic Person? What did Jesus say? “Do you wish to get well?” (Jn. 5:6). How
During my undergraduate studies, I took a class in Abnormal many times I’ve heard, I have a problem with spending. I
Psychology. It seemed that everyday there was a new have a problem with alcohol. I have a problem with negative
neurosis to study. With each one there was at least someone thinking. My kids hate me. My spouse hates me. Stop! Do you
in my life I was ready to diagnose. want to be made well? If not, no one wants to hear your
“Oh, that’s why she acts that way.” problems! We all have enough of our own. However, if you
“He must have . . .” It’s easy to do want to be made well you are at the right place.
point a finger at another, Number 4: If toxic behavior persists warn the
forgetting that when we do there individual and then separate yourself from them.
are three pointing back at This is a biblical principle. Romans 15:17, “Now I urge you,
ourselves. “Take the log out of your own eye, before removing brethren, keep your eye on those who cause dissensions
the splinter in another’s eye,” Matthew 7:5. If you think you and hindrances contrary to the teaching which you learned
may be toxic, pray about it, talk with a professional about it. and turn away from them.” 1 Corinthians 5:9, “[Not to]
How Do We Deal with a Toxic Person? associate with [them].” We can even get specific: “Do not
I suspect that most of us will not be in the toxic category. associate with a gossip” (Pr. 20:19). “Do not associate with a
However, we may know someone who is toxic. In a man given to anger” (Pr. 22:24). Don’t hate, just separate.
sermon on the topic of toxic people, Pastor Randy Smith, I hope this is helpful for you and provides you with
Grace Bible Church, Allenwood, NJ, offers 4 steps for needed tools as we work together to build the
dealing with toxic people: community of God on earth as it is in heaven.
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August Notes from Sunday school
Mary Ann Proffitt, Christian Ed Director
Summer Sunday School
“That’s So Cool
Summer Sunday
School” continues until
August 18th. A full Aug 18 Last Day of That’s So Cool Summer Sunday School
schedule of all the great
Bible stories, life Sept 8 First Day of Deep Sea Discovery Sunday School
lessons & movies are available at the welcome
table!! The summer program is open to kids going Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns!
into 1 st through 6 th grade. We’re finishing the
movie “Beauty and the Beast”, discussing the story
of Saul and David and learning about acceptance. The Art Club is
To finish July and August we will watch the movie
“Sing”, discuss Jesus before the council, and learn
looking for help:
about perseverance.
For the next sermon
series starting
Preschoolers/ September 8 th , we’re
Kindergarteners in need of old keys.
Any kind of keys,
. . . are asked to attend skeleton keys, house
childcare if not in church keys, car keys, big
with their parents. keys or little keys.
So, let’s dig through the junk drawers and see what
you come up with! There is a jug on the welcome
Vacation Bible School table for you to put them in. We are also looking for
an old bench with a back. You can donate it or let
By the time this us borrow it from Aug. 31 st through Oct. 20 th. We’ll
newsletter goes out, pick up & return. The bench can be wood, metal or
our Vacation Bible a combination of both. If you have something that
School, “To Mars and may work, please contact Toni Knutson or
Beyond” will be Debra Hink. Thank you!
finished! Right now, we
are in the midst of Sunday flowers . . .
decorating, preparing Church Office
materials, sharing information with our fabulous
volunteers and getting ready to have a “blast”☺ We have several openings
to provide Sunday flowers
The “voyagers” (kids) will go on a journey through in honor of a birthday,
space, exploring where God's power can take them. celebration of a special
Beginning in our gathering area (an outpost on occasion or in memory of a
Mars) kids will lift off to distant planets on special loved one.
missions. Along the way, they'll learn how God
walked with heroes of the Bible & how God always Please see the Flower Sign-Up
walks with them too. There will be out-of-this- sheet at the Welcome table &
world fun, great music, snacks, games, crafts & pick a date that works best
Bible stories that inspire kids to give glory to God! with your schedule.
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Youth Group News Summer Mission Weekend Update
Mary Ann Proffitt
The youth participated in a
Huge Thanks! local mission weekend in July.
We participated in the Hunger
To Nancy Witt, Task Force Stock Box packing &
Karen Olson, & packed 600 boxes! Great job
Jamie Knoll for everyone! We then ate lunch at
helping with the Oscars & headed to the
bake sale whether Association for the Rights of Citizens with handicaps
it was baking, (ARCh) offices to help with some yard work & office
packaging or set clean-up. We made & delivered dinner to Richard’s place
up/take down, we (lasagna, salad, fresh fruit, cheesy garlic bread, &
are so appreciative! We accomplished a lot of pistachio pie (one of the residents request)) & for
baking thanks to all of you! ourselves, had worship/discussion lead by Mrs. Proffitt &
then went to Walmart to purchase items for birthday
boxes, pack & wrapped them, had pizza & a little free time
To Kathy Heidt, Pastor Bob Gross, Mandy Morris & before crashing onto couches & the floor at church.
Denise Knoll for volunteering to chaperone our youth Saturday, we made breakfast (pancakes, eggs, sausage,
mission weekend!!! Without you we would not have bacon, hash browns, fruit, juice/milk) & went to St.
been able to do this weekend & serve our community Vincent de Paul’s for sorting of clothing, stocking shelves,
in so many different ways! Thank you so much! sorting holiday items, cleaning/organizing their
breakroom/glass shelving & dusting. Back to church for
To all our volunteers from the congregation & their lunch (sandwiches, chips, fruit, cookies) & then packing
family/friends, thank you for volunteering your time snack bags for The United Way with our Baking Buddy
to help with stock box packing friends. We packed 250 bags. We then packed up & went
home☺ It was a great, exhausting & rewarding weekend!
Youth Group Bake Sale Update
Youth Group Meeting
The youth group met on Sunday, August 18 th
July 3rd & baked brownies, 10:30 am at church.
caramel corn, muddy
buddies, cookies & much Youth group meetings are
more to sell at the pancake typically the 2nd Sunday of
breakfast during the 4th of every month. (Due to the church Brewers game, this
July parade. They made month’s meeting is the 3rd Sunday.) Meetings are for
$461.75 for Richard’s students 7th grade through high school to discuss mission
Place. Way to go everyone! work, events & activities. Everyone is welcome!
Special Thanks
We received a Mission Weekend thank you card
From St. Vincent De Paul
Dear Mary Ann,
“Words cannot express how thankful and appreciative we all are for your group’s help. The whole store is
talking about how hard everyone worked and how respectful all the kids were. Every area you worked in
looks great and we really appreciate all of the hard work put in by the kids, you and Denise.
If you or anyone from your church are ever looking for more volunteer opportunities, we would be
more than happy to have you back. Thank you so much for bringing your group in and helping us.“
Thank you!
Rachel
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Women’s Fellowship Angels Express
Sue Manzke, President
Reminding you about this
program developed for anyone
in need of a meal or two . . .
someone who is ill, has a
Happy Summer everyone!!!! Hope you’ve all been significant other in the hospital, or just needs a hand.
having a great, safe & healthy one! If you or someone you know could use a little help,
Next Meeting please let Pat Kruse know. She’ll contact the person
& make needed arrangements.
August 5th at 6:30 pm. We cordially invite ALL ladies to
join us & bring a friend. Funeral Luncheons
We’ve been working on some Fall programs . . .
We prepare & serve a
First of all, the Community Picnic . . . luncheon after
funeral services to help families through their grief.
Scheduled for August 24th! The planning committee asked We ask what you’d like us to serve (within reason)
if we would serve the FREE lunch that is provided. Of & share what we’ve done in the past. You only need
course, I said “of course we will”, kind of speaking for all of to pay for the purchased food. In most cases, we’ll
the ladies!! We’ll set up the kitchen & serve the lunch. The also provide homemade desserts free of charge. In
menu will be sloppy joe’s & pulled pork sandwiches, the event you need our service, please just let
watermelon, chips, pickles & fixings . . . along with cookies. Pastor or Sue Manzke know. Many families also
It’s not a difficult meal, so I HOPE & PRAY that many of you make a donation to Women’s Fellowship but you’re
ladies will sign-up to help at the Welcome Table or see Sue not required to do so.
Manzke for questions. See page 5 for full event details.
Housekeeping Section
Ham Supper
Mark your calendar for October 19th More than ever, we’re involved
& tell your friends!! The menu will with the community & several
be pretty much the same as always: groups use our building/kitchen . .
Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Corn, our . most of whom are paying to use
famous SQUASH & desserts! Don’t miss it!! There will be the space. Please remember to put things away &
a sign-up sheet in the near future & great Vendors too! clean-up after yourselves. Please be a little more
aware & respectful of others by doing your part &
Kringle sale leave the kitchen better than you found it!! Please let
Please see Sue Manzke if you’d like a sell me know if you have any questions or comments.
sheet to take home & sell to your friends & Thanks a bunch!!!
relatives who don’t come to our church!
Drink/cup disposal
Women’s Retreat
We have signs up to NOT dump
Also coming up on November beverages in the garbage cans . . . please
2nd is our Annual Fall Retreat . . . dump them in the sink & throw the cups
you’ll see more information soon
away, however, remember to clean-up after yourself &
for this wonderful event!! Please watch future Trumpet please don’t leave a mess for someone else to clean up!
articles, emails & bulletins. You’re also encouraged to
invite friends & relatives! The more the merrier!!! It’s Before you know it, our fall
not only for ladies who come to Fellowship meetings . . . meeting will be here . . .
it is for ALL ladies & their relatives & friends!! Monday, October 7th (Boy, that
Hat/Scarf/Mitten Tree items sounds awful . . . means winter
is right around the corner!). It
Keep up the good work on your knit/crochet will be at 6:30 pm. Please come
projects!! If you’re in need of yarn, please let & bring a friend!!! Again...the
Sue Manzke know & she’ll “hook” you up!! more the merrier!! We ALWAYS have a yummy dessert,
We had 162 absolutely beautiful things on just in case you need a sweet incentive!
our 2018 tree. Let’s go for 200 this year!!
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The Community Outreach Family Promise
& Vitality Committees Our next
volunteer week
Thank You! will be from
August 25th to September 1 st. Volunteers needed.
. . . to those in the congregation who
Please see the Welcome Table to sign-up to provide
donated school supplies to the Backpack
needed donation items for our host church –
Coalition of Waukesha County. We
Delafield Presbyterian Church. Please contact Sue
know the children & their families
Kuhtz with questions or if you’d like to volunteer.
greatly appreciate our donations &
Training is required for first time volunteers.
thoughtfulness. Thank you to Lori Hayes
from the United Way/ Backpack Coalition as
well for her help in coordinating this School Supply Drive. Retirement
Thank you to all who donated & delivered cleaning Sue Kuhtz is still
supplies to "Richard’s Place" on July 4th. "Richard’s planning on retirement,
Place" very much appreciated your help & support. however, she has decided
to stick around a little
Community Picnic longer. We’ll keep you
posted as developments
Be sure to volunteer/support this cause on Saturday, for a retirement
August 24th, here at E & R UCC. celebration progress.
We’re currently
accepting
applications for the
open position of
Treasurer. It is a part-
time position, typically
less than 10 hours per
week. Hours are
flexible and
occasionally additional
hours will be needed.
Experience with
Church Windows,
Quick Books or similar
programs is a plus. A
full job description is
posted on the bulletin
board in the gathering
area. If you or
someone you know
may be interested,
please contact a
member of the
personnel committee
(Jenn Wray, Bonnie
Dowling, George
Golding, Arlen
Meidenbauer & Rick
Sasse), Pastor, or
council president.
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Family Fun Time Events Book Club
Greg and Mary Ann Proffitt
Come join us &
Thank you! bring a friend
Tuesday,
A huge thank you to Tom, September 3rd
Bonnie & Alex Dowling for at 6:30 pm.
hosting a hot dog roast at their
home! It was a time of great fun, We’ll be discussing “Have You Seen Luis Velez” by
food & fellowship! Catherine Ryan Hyde. “Raymond Jaffe feels like he
doesn’t belong. Not with his mother’s new family.
Brewers vs. Rangers Game Not as a weekend guest with his father & his
father’s wife. Not at school,
Sunday, August 11th where he’s an outcast. After
1:10 game his best friend moves away,
Raymond has only two real
Price is connections: to the feral
$26/person for cat he’s tamed & to a blind
box terrace ninety-two-year-old
reserved seating. We’ll meet woman in his building
in the church parking lot & leave after who’s introduced herself
worship for tailgating. The Proffitt's will provide with a curious question:
the hot dogs/brats & burgers. Please bring a dish Have you seen Luis Velez?
to pass such as chips, salads, fruit, vegetables,
condiments, or buns etc. It’s Josh Hader Mildred Gutermann, a German Jew who narrowly
Bobblehead day & kids 14 & under can go run the escaped the Holocaust, has been alone since her
bases after the game!! caretaker disappeared. She turns to Raymond for
help, & as he tries to track Luis down, a deep &
We have only 3 tickets left so unexpected friendship blossoms between the two.
please sign-up soon at the welcome
table. Tickets had to be pre-paid for Despondent at the loss of Luis, Mildred isolates
so it would be great to use them herself further from a neighborhood devolving into
all! Please give payment to Mary bigotry & fear. Determined not to let her give up,
Ann or Greg Proffitt. Hope you’ll Raymond helps her see that for every terrible act
consider joining in the fun! the world delivers, there is a mirror image of deep
kindness & Mildred helps Raymond see that there’s
Crafter's Corner hope if you have someone to hold on to.” Come
enjoy an evening of discussion, dessert & a lot of
Saturday, September 21st fun! Everyone’s welcome!
9:00 am to 8:30 pm
Come and craft
the afternoon Check us out on YouTube!
away! Bring your
favorite crafts If you can’t make it
and join in an to worship, you can
afternoon of fellowship and fun! We’ll be having still watch & listen
Italian food such as spaghetti and meatballs/meat to the sermon
sauce, alfredo, lasagna, baked ziti, manicotti, online. Feel free to
lettuce salad, cheesy garlic bread, fruit, veggies and share our messages with your friends & neighbors.
dip, desserts, cookies, brownies, snacks (chips and
dip, crackers and cheese, popcorn etc.) Invite a Hit control & click the link below to check out
friend or two and come for lunch or stay for the many of our past messages on YouTube.
whole day! Everyone is welcome. Sign up at the
welcome table!
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Serving Schedule
Brigette Unger, Church Office
Thank you for your faithful commitment to one or more of our serving teams. We couldn’t do it
without you. Below are the assigned servers for August & September. If you find that a change
is necessary, please remember that it is YOUR responsibility to find a replacement & to let the
office know no later than 8 am Thursday morning before the Sunday you’re scheduled to serve so
the correct information is noted in the bulletin & the proper name tags are set out.
If you need to call in due to sickness or something unexpected at the last minute, please
contact the serving Deacon or someone on the serving team you are scheduled for . . .
messages left in the office after Noon on Friday, will not be received until Monday.
If you’d like to join a serving team, please contact the church office & let us know of your interest.
We can use your help as Usher, Greeter, Host, *Soundboard, **Childcare Worker or Liturgist.
* Requires training ** Requires Background Check
We’re especially in need of Hosts to join our rotation. Please contact the office if you can help
in this area. Your commitment would be about once a month beginning in October.
We need you! Introduce them to the Pastor if possible. Invite
the newcomer to sign in on attendance sheet in
We are especially in need of 1 or 2 people to appropriate area. Invite/assist them to coffee
join the Host serving team starting for 4th hour after the service and introduce them to
quarter, which begins in October. Your church members while sitting with them, if
commitment would be about once a month. possible, for a brief visit. Escort the visitors on a tour
The simple responsibilities would include the following, of the church including a brief history of our building,
before or after worship: Stationed standing in front of the if they want one. Thank them for worshipping with us
welcome table so they can easily welcome visitors and and invite them back. Please let Brigette in the office
assist worshipers with informational material. know of your interest.
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Welcoming Ministry
Ron Knutson
Have nothing to do with the
We as a society can learn from
fruitless deeds of darkness, but
this. I’m concerned that some
rather expose them. It is shameful
people get so obsessed with
even to mention what the
denouncing the dark deeds of
disobedient do in secret. But
others that they diminish the light
everything exposed by the light
of Christ in their own lives. They
becomes visible - and everything
become agents of judgement
that is illuminated becomes a light.
rather than channels of grace.
This is why it is said: “Wake up,
sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on They may have forgotten what Jesus himself says
you.” Ephesians 5:11-14 about how we are to be the Light of the World. “Let
your light shine before others, that they may see
It’s only been a few your good deeds and glorify your Father in
weeks since the end of heaven.” Matthew 5:16
the UCC’s General Synod
here in Milwaukee the Ephesians 5:11 uses a little different language but
theme of which was makes a similar point. We will “expose” the darkness
“SHINE! Let your light shine before others” in our world by letting our light shine, by letting our
Matthew 5:16. As we move into the mid- summer good deeds enlighten others and glorify our
months it is my hope that we can all “SHINE” our Heavenly Father. It should be our hope that those
light a little brighter as a community built around who live in darkness might see the light of God in us
Jesus’ love for all. and be drawn to this light and the life it offers.
The above scripture suggests that we are to expose
the fruitless deeds of darkness not by denouncing
them so much as by letting the light of God shine in
our own lives. As we live and speak with goodness,
righteousness and truth those who live in
darkness will see the fruitlessness of their deeds
in contrast to the abundant fruitfulness of our
Here are some things to reflect on in the days and
deeds that reflect the light of Christ.
weeks ahead:
This notion of exposing dark deeds by shining with When you think of people who are living (or have
good deeds and godly truth isn’t unique in lived) as light in the world, who comes to mind?
scripture. John 3:19-20 for example says “This is
the verdict: Light has come into the world, but In what ways are you living right now as a light in
people loved darkness instead of light because the world?
their deeds were evil. Everyone who does evil
hates the light and will not come into the light for How might you be hiding your light under a bowl?
fear that their deeds will be exposed.” What is the How can you shine with the light of Christ in your
light that has come into the world and exposes life today - whether at work, at home, on vacation,
evil? Not some divine pronouncement against evil, at church or volunteering?
but rather Jesus himself, the Light of the world.
Jesus did speak out against sin, but the core of his It is our hope that each of you will open your
ministry was not judgement but grace and truth. hearts and eyes and join us in these conversations.
Ultimately, Jesus defeated the darkness, not by an Take the time to ask questions. Our committee is
act of divine denouncement, but by choosing the ready, willing and able to help us move forward
way of love. and follow in Jesus’ path.
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Council Meeting – July 15, 2019 There was a discussion about whether this increase would
Recorded by Brian Van Buren have to go to the congregation for a vote and because this
is a budgeted item, the Council decided it did not.
Present: George Golding, Joe Perez, Brian Van Buren, Reviewed and corrected the Scholarship spreadsheet
Toni Knutson, Dennis Hink, Nancy Witt, Linda Hink, to reflect both first and second semesters are paid in
Sue Buyatt, Pastor Bob Gross, Sandy Anderson-Payne, one calendar year.
Sue Kuhtz, Gordy Heilert, Trish Bakalars, Mary Ann Linda H. makes motion- To accept original
Proffitt, Scott Donovan, Mariann proposal on spreadsheet of $46,125
Maile. for scholarships this year,
Excused: Ray LaBarge, Jamie Knoll, Joe P-second. Motion passed,
Terry Sasse, Shelby Perez vote 6 yes, 0 no, 5 recused
Meeting Called to order at 7 pm Reviewed Scholarship checks made out
by Toni Knutson, President to school vs student. If made out to
Prayer: Pastor Bob
student 1099 forms would need to be
Christian Education & Youth: Full report available in
given. A motion was made to continue checks being
office. Mariann Maile (Youth Rep)-Mission Weekend
Report: ARCH disabilities cleaned up yard work; made made payable to the schools.
dinner for Richards Place; volunteered at Hunger Task Sandy AP makes motion Sue B seconded
Force - lots of awesome volunteering. Motion passed, vote 11-0
Treasurer’s Report: Sue Kuhtz- Full report available Reviewed Robert’s Rules on recusal, Toni
in the office. Year to date we’re -$12,000 on the Financial Secretary: Announced Freida’s
projected non-pledged amount. Sandy AP- Moved to foundation will be donating another $200,000,
accept, Joe Perez-seconded. coming this year yet! These dollars are designated
Senior Pastor Report: Full report available in office. to be used for Scholarships. Discussed keeping
Pastor encourages all to attend member’s funerals as a these funds separate from the $1,500,000 and use
sign of respect for the deceased and to extend love and them to pay Scholarship amount that go over
care to the bereaved. Joanne Lawrence funeral will be budgeted amount. This to be discussed in further
on Sunday 1-3 at Church and Chapel on Bluemound. detail at the August meeting.
Trustees: Full report available in office. “Kerry” and Pastoral Relations Committee description: meeting
“Ricardo” real good relationship, no conflicts. next week, July 23rd.
Emergency light system for sanctuary: Backup Visitation Pastor position reposted on UCC.org
batteries need to be replaced $5642; capacitors $3700 Personnel: reviews end of July and early August
Scott D. motioned to approve bids not to exceed Parliamentarian for meetings: Toni suggested
$10,000, money to come from building improvement
having a Parliamentarian to assure meetings are
fund Linda H.- seconded
conducted according to Robert’s Rules. Linda Hink
Motion passed, vote 11-0
Welcoming Ministry-Full report available in office. agreed to position.
Working on letter to congregation. Giving Tree new account and or what for members
Scholarship: Read Women’s Fellowship request for having difficulties: common questions- gift cards--
$750 to pay for the speaker for the Women’s Retreat. food--(members and staff) outreach dollars.
Sandy AP motioned to fund retreat $750 out of Next Prayer: Toni Knutson
scholarship fund and Women’s Fellowship give us Next meeting: August 12, 2019 at 7 pm.
an expense report for this event. Joe P seconded Motion to adjourn: Sandy AP, Seconded by: Trish,
Motion passed, vote 11-0 Motion passed
Scholarship Committee reported that we have 17 Adjourned with Lord’s Prayer
persons seeking scholarships, (9 Undergraduate, 8
Graduate), resulting in scholarships totaling $46,125.
Mark Mattiacci’s projection is $60,000 in interest PLEASE NOTE:
earnings from scholarship investment: So far this year All church
we have committed to $27,300 of those funds to the members are
budget, plus $750 to Women’s Fellowship, totaling
$28,050. $60,000 minus $28,050 leaves $31,950. With invited to attend
total proposed scholarships at $46,125, minus the Council meetings.
$12,000 already in the budget, the additional cost of the
scholarships will be $34,125. The difference between
the cost of scholarships& projected income is $2,175.
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About Our Church . . .
Classes, Groups, Clubs, Meetings:
“Our Mission is to foster the spiritual growth of a
Coffee Hour: Every Sunday • 10:00am
community of devoted followers of Christ.”
Confirmation Class: 1st. 3rd, 5th Sun (Sep-May) • 10:30am
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Trailblazers Class: 2nd & 4th Sun (Sept-May) • 9:00am
Evangelical and Reformed United Church of Christ
Youth Group Meeting: 2nd Sunday • 10:30am
413 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha WI 53186 Evangelical Choir Practice: Every Sunday • 10:30am
--------------------------------------- Women’s Fellowship: 1st Mon of even months • 6:30pm
Please feel free to contact us by any of the methods below Council Meeting: 2nd Mon of the month • 7:00pm
to let us know of a birth, death or hospitalization, change Christian Board of Ed: 3rd Mon of odd months • 7:00pm
of name, address or phone, or to schedule an event! Staff Meeting: Every Tuesday •11:00am
Phone: (262) 547-2424 Email: EandRoffice@gmail.com Trustee Meeting: 1st Tuesday of month • 6:00pm
Fax: (262) 547-2870 Web: www.uccwaukesha.org Book Club: 1st Tuesday of odd months • 6:30pm
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Summer Office Hours: Mon- Thurs • 8:00am – 12:00pm Investment Comm. Mtg: Quarterly on Tues • 6:30pm
Pastoral Office Hours: Vitality Committee: Every Wednesday • 6:30pm
Monday: 2 – 4 pm & Wednesday 9:30 -11:30am Andrew Club: 3rd Wed of even months: 2:15pm
Sunday Worship: 9:00am Afternoon Bible Study: Wed 1:00pm (Sept-early June)
Holy Communion: First Sunday of each month Evening Bible Study: Thurs 7:00pm (Sept-early June)
Family Sunday: First Sunday of each month Crafter’s Corner: Sat of odd months • 9:00am-8:30pm
(Kids stay in church with parents) Welcoming Ministry: Dates vary, as needed • 6:30pm
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Office Staff:
Power of Prayer: Weekly email sent out on Tuesdays
Senior Pastor: Bob Gross (C) 440-506-3258
Beyond Sunday: Weekly email sent out on Thursdays
Office Manager: Brigette Unger (W) 262-547-2424
Trumpet Articles: are due the 3rd Monday of the month
Christian Ed Director: Mary Ann Proffitt
Trumpet Stuffing: last Wednesday of month • 9:15am
Youth Group Leader: Mary Ann Proffitt
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Trailblazer’s Leader: Shelby Perez
Average Attendance for June:
Confirmation Leaders: Mary Ann Proffitt/Rev. Bob Gross 2019: 100 YTD: 121
Treasurer: Sue Kuhtz 2018: 108 YTD: 128
Organist/AM Choir Director: Rueck Ruecktenwald
Evangelical Choir Director: Chris Wray
Pianist: Joel Matthys
Custodian: Don Backler
Pastoral Office Hours: Church Office Hours:
Pastor is currently hosting Summer office hours are
open office hours on Monday – Thursday,
Mondays from 2 - 4 pm & 8 am – noon.
Wednesdays from 9:30 -
11:30 am. We’ll be closed on
If you'd like to speak with him, please stop in or call Fridays through the
during these times. If these times don't work for you, end of August. Please
please call him at (440) 506-3258 to set upr an keep in mind when making
appointment. He is willing to meet you in the office, calls or dropping by the office.
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Please remember
to prayerfully
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consider giving to 8/11/19 Team 2
Aug
the Giving Tree
anytime through 8/18/19 Elder's
the year. Write
Giving Tree on the 8/25/19 Trustee's
blank line at the top right of your giving envelope. 9/1/19 Team 3
The Giving Tree Program is designed to give
anonymously to families & individuals with short 9/8/19 Woman's Fellowship
Sept
term financial needs. The Giving Tree Program is
funded through Christmas Eve donations, weekly
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envelope donations, or special gifts from individuals 9/22/19 Team 1
or groups. Funds are kept in a separate account
administered by a treasurer appointed from the 9/29/19 Christian Ed
Women’s Fellowship membership.
10/6/19 Youth/Sunday School
Updated address 10/13/19 Deacon's
Oct
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Ruth Aschmann
Rivers Edge Apartments 10/27/19 Gathering Grounds
100 Corrina Blvd
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For your concerns, suggestions or compliments, please 11/24/19 Team 3
contact a member of the committee. Thank you! 12/1/19 Youth/Sunday School
Dan DeKarske* dkdekarske@wi.rr.com262-993-4443
12/8/19 Woman's Fellowship
Mary Kopp pmkopp@wi.rr.com 262-521-2955
Dec
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Terry Sasse rts_home@msn.com 262-246-7083 12/29/19 Christian Ed
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