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Immanuel Lutheran Churc h o f Lebano n ’s
January
The Country Christian 2022
We are planning to publish a new directory in January. The directory includes every
member’s name, address, phone numbers (land line and cell). Also, email
addresses, if you would like to share this information.
Remember the directory of is only as accurate as the information given to the
office. If you have a new name, moved, have a different phone number, or new
email address, please send the updated information to the office, which will enable
us to update the active member data base.
An updated directory is a useful tool for Pastor Repp, as well as other congregation
communication.
Thank you.
WHAT’S HAPPENING?
Elevator Debt Note Burning
Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon will be celebrating the Elevator Debt Note
Burning on Sunday January 2, 2022. At the conclusion of the 9 AM church service,
there will be the burning of the note for the debt of the elevator as it is fully paid for at
this time.
After the church service all are welcome to attend an informal celebration of
fellowship in the church basement with cake, ice cream, cheese and crackers and
fruit, along with coffee and juice. Anyone attending may also bring an appetizer/snack
type food if you so choose.
It’s great to celebrate this milestone!
Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon Council Members
HELP WANTED: Members of Immanuel: On January 23, 2022 our congregation will be having the semi-annual meeting with election of executive officers and committee chairpersons to make up the Church Council. Please take some time and consider being a member of the Church Council or serving on a committee. From 1 Corinthians 12: 27 – 28(NIV): v. 27; Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. v. 28; And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, also those having gifts of healing, those able to help others, those with gifts of administration, and those speaking in different kinds of tongues. Consider this in the workings of our council and committee members and our church as a whole. If you would like to be considered or have any questions regarding a position please contact the person listed after the position or any council member. The following positions will be up for election: Council President (3 year term) – outgoing officer - Mike Coughlin Vice President (1 year term) – outgoing officer -Tom Kulke Secretary (2 year term) – outgoing officer - Lori Schwenkner Financial Secretary (2 year term) – outgoing officer - Sue Rhodes The following committees which make up part of our council will always gladly welcome new members to enhance the life of the congregation and support the Council which are also voted on at the Semi-Annual Meeting: Worship and Music – outgoing Chairperson - Bob Sell Christian Education – Melissa Hurtgen, Amy Kranz, Kristi Peirick Outreach – outgoing Chairperson - Christina Plasil Congregational Life – outgoing Chairperson - Patricia Frank Stewardship and Finance – outgoing Chairperson (will serve this term) - Mike Uecker Property – outgoing Chairperson - Wayne Zastrow To wrap this up; our church is in need of four officers; and six persons to be elected to the Vice Chair position (which then takes over for the Chair the following year) for the committees. Please consider a position on our council to continue the good work we have done in the history of this congregation. Immanuel Lutheran Church Council
Shepherding Lions Merry Christmas! But seriously... Do we truly celebrate this? With all the news, sadness, uncertainties, anxieties, politics, infla- tion, fears, mediocrities, distractions, commercials, gift-returns, unopened boxes from aunt so- and-so, uneaten food, empty bottles, New Year’s resolutions, unwanted presents, gift-wrapping paper tossed into the garbage containers, the saturation of holiday-themed movies and specials, sport-events, etc. – Christmas still goes on. And not like a fruitcake or a Lawrence Welk rerun (sorry Bobby & Cissy!). Not to be stickler, but Christmas begins on the Eve of – December 24 – and extends for 12 days of merry-making (with or without an Old-Fashioned!). I encourage you to remember this in your devotions. Yes, it’s okay to jettison some of the trappings if you must, but please – please – don’t jettison the Message: Jesus, born in the flesh, came into this world not to condemn, but to save it. Or more simply, Jesus is our Redeemer. This is why we remember all the waiting and preparation of Advent: Our greatest gift is here, better than any holiday movie, streamed-binge-watching, and yes – even nachos and the Super Bowl (even... if the Packers make it....). But seriously, though. Christmas reminds us to appreciate the gift of giving and the gift of celebrating. Pastor sheepdog time: what do you enjoy celebrating the most in life? Is it redeemable? Does it leave a bad taste in the mouth? Does it give you a headache the next day? Does it involve an inordinate amount of yelling at a screen? Is it just something to be put back in box and reopened if you have the time or energy next year? We like to say things like: “Jesus is the reason for the season,” or “Keep the Christ in Christmas.” All great sentiment, but do we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior with the same zest and zeal and passion as we would... celebrating a touchdown or opening the obvious gift we requested? What I’m trying to get at it is simple: it’s okay for Christians to let their hair down and celebrate things. And not the least of which are those twelve joyful days of Christmas. We don’t have to be over the top either. Pastor’s good remedy? Celebrate by opening the Good Book and read those moving seasonal (and short!) psalms of God’s enthronement: Psalms 93 - 99. That Babe is indeed the King of kings and Lord of lords. And those Twelve days cross over into the secular New Year and end with the Epiphany, the celebration of making Jesus known to the world. For this year, Immanuel will celebrate the Epiphany on Sunday January 2 – honoring the paying off of the elevator. Other festive and celebratory things may take place. This is exiting and worth celebrating. As an elderly member of our congregation informed me, with the joy of a child-like grin, “I can come to God’s House again.” Immanuel. God is with us. As we turn from Christmastide to the Season of Epiphany, let’s continue to celebrate the simple ways we make God known, even in the bleak midwinter. In Christ, The Rev’d Daniel Repp+
Immanuel Lutheran Church Council Minutes – December 16, 2021
Attendance: Pastor Repp, Mike Coughlin, Terry Coughlin, Mike Uecker, Tom Kulke, Shandra Zastrow, Bob Sell, Sue
Rhodes, Mike Uecker, Patricia Frank, Trudy Dobbratz, Christina Plasil, Wes Kehl, Lori Schwenkner
Pastor Repp opened the meeting with prayer.
Mike Council requested any additions or corrections to the November 18, 2021 Council minutes. A correction was noted
in the Treasurer’s report, the minutes should reflect the approval of the October month-end financial report. Following
discussion a Motion was made by Shandra Zastrow to accept the minutes as corrected, seconded by Sue Rhodes, Motion
passed.
Pastor’s Report – Pastor Repp shared the following report -
Sacraments and Service – Christmas services are scheduled. The Baptism for Lorelie Nehls is slated for January 9th.
Pastoral Offices include - officiating at the Burial of Kurt Schlotter (Gail Hoffman’s Uncle) on December 17th at the funer-
al home. He will be officiating the gravesite Committal for Sandy Zubke on December 26th. Pastor is attempting to visit
all homebound/shut-ins prior to Christmas.
Special - The children’s Christmas service will be held on December 16th at 10:00am and 6:00pm. Pastor will officiate at
the joint All-School chapel on January 26th, 2022. He will begin reviewing Wednesday Lenten Services and resources in
early January.
Treasurer’s Report: Shandra Zastrow presented the November 2021 financials. November had four Sunday’s, three
Tuesday’s, Thanksgiving Eve and Thanksgiving Day. Total income for November was $44,573.06 minus expenses of
$30,682.52 and adding back designated funds for purchases of $ 1,584.25 and less designated purpose funds of $9,512.00
for a positive balance of $5,962.79. The November ending checkbook balance is $7,864.18 and the Debt Retirement Sav-
ings Account balance is $3,076.50.
Shandra noted that the Worship expenses included cantata expenses and a second microphone.
Following discussion Bob Sell made a Motion to accept the November month-end financial report, seconded by Christina
Plasil. Motion passed.
LLS/ECC Report: Terry Coughlin reported -
ECC – Director Katie Gomez applied for two grants, both where accepted. Waiting on more details on how the grants can
be used, more details will follow. The board approved new ECC tuition rates and the updated changes to the Parent
Agreement. Updates to the Parent and Employee handbook are put on hold until next year.
LSS –
Cynamon Reynolds has been hired for the 5/6 grade teacher position, she will be begin after Christmas break.
Scoff Pfieffer (cousin to Bruce Pfieffer) will teach gym on a part time basis. He will begin after Christmas break and
will teach on Wednesday and Friday afternoons.
After 20+ years of service Kikki Damrow has announced her retirement at the end of the school year. The board will
begin looking for a replacement.
Dr. Frusti will be contacting two principal candidates.
LLS has contacts for 4 subs, this resource benefits both teachers and students.
The children are preparing for this year’s Christmas program on Thursday, December 16th, this year the program will
be held at Immanuel Church. On Friday, December 17th the students have a pizza party followed by a movie at
Towne Cinema.
The PTL is purchasing a new security camera, it will be installed during the Christmas break.
President’s Report: Mike Coughlin asked the committee to consider topics for 2022, some thoughts include projects
being considered (windows/organ repair), Doug Hoffman patten gift, review and update of the constitution and bylaws.
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Pastor Repp suggested that Council consider a ½ day off-site retreat to discuss strategic planning.
Mike has started planning a Brewers game outing for Friday, June 24th, more info to follow.
Committee Reports:
Stewardship & Finance: Mike Uecker reviewed the council positions where the members have completed their
terms. After discussion Mike agreed to add a write-up in the Country Christian outlining positions that will need to
be filled. Contact a council member if you have questions about serving. The property committee received an in-
voice for $2,325 from Tracey Blacktop for blacktop patching at Immanuel School building. The remaining $630.53
of the Strassburg fund will be put toward the blacktop payment. The balance of $1,694.47 puts the Property Com-
mittee over budget. Giving envelopes will be available on Friday, December 17th. Giving statements will be e-
mailed to anyone with an e-mail address. If you have an e-mail but cannot print off the statement contact the
church office to have it printed. All other statements will be available in the church basement. Elevator debt payoff
celebration (note burning) was discussed. Considering a symbolic note burning at the end of the January 2nd church
service followed by refreshments in the church basement.
Property Committee: Wayne Zastrow reported on the following -
Church - The elevator annual inspection has been completed
Committee recommended the organ repairs to be the next major project (determined that the win-
dows can last longer than the organ but should be consider in the next 5 years)
The west exit (by elevator) door closer was replaced, a dusk to dawn light will be installed at this
exit
Fellowship Hall - A window was installed to the door to Pastor’s office
Antenna on the roof was removed, no longer needed for the old internet
New antenna is being installed for new internet service
East side light is being updated to an LED light
Getting quotes for a floor scrubber and lift
School - Office door camera is being replaced
The playground backboard is being replaced
Worship and Music: Bob Sell reported that the committee felt the cantata went well. Christmas Eve sing along
will start at 5:30pm with church beginning at 6:00pm. New Year’s Eve Service will include a 2022 special blessing
for families (any size families welcome). The January 2nd (Epiphany) service will include an Elevator Payoff/Note
burning celebration followed by a gathering with cake, treats etc. in the church basement. January 9th service will
include a Blessing of the Babes (when Jesus was taken to the temple to be blessed). All parents that had a baby
born in 2021 will be invited for a special blessing. The committee was elated to receive a $10,000 gift from the Har-
ris and Alice Creydt fund.
Congregational Life: Patricia Frank reported that two First Aid Kits were purchased, one is for the church base-
ment (kept in the kitchen) the second will be placed in the Fellowship Hall. Patricia created a Christmas card and
delivered to the homebound. Chili and a movie is scheduled for Saturday, January 22nd, signup sheets are coming
soon. The movie shown will be Wonder.
Christian Education: No report.
Outreach Committee: The November donation to the food pantry included 132 items. Men’s Fellowship also
dropped off 188 items from the December men’s breakfast. The Holiday Sing Along was well attended, 13 CD’s
were sent to the homebound and assisted living facilities. CD’s will also be sent to those in the military. The sing
along can be viewed on our Facebook page. 22 boxes were collected for Operation child. Souper Bowl Sunday is
February 13th. Chili and cheddar broccoli soup will be available. Several members are leaving the committee, they
are looking for new members.
Old Business: No old business
New Business: The current directory will be reviewed, updated, and copied for members. Please remember to contact
the church office if any of your information changed.
Upcoming 2022 meeting dates –
Thursday, January 20th – Council Meeting 7:00pm, leadership bible study at 6:30pm.
Meeting adjourned at 8:21pm. Meeting closed with the Lord’s Prayer.
Respectfully submitted,
Lori Schwenkner, Council Secretary
November 2021
Souper Bowl Sunday is Back
Sunday, February 13 after church in the
church basement.
Soups include chili and cheddar broccoli
Quarts available for $8.00
Chili & A Movie
Saturday, January 22nd.
Chili at 5:00 and the movie at 6:30.
The movie that will be shown is “Wonder”.
Sign up begins: Sunday, January 2nd
Sign up in the Narthex and at Fellowship
Hour Treat Line.
NOTICE:
If you are scheduled to acolyte, you may be asked to read in the
service on the day you are serving. Please check the Country
Christian for your name under the lector portion.
Please Remember to arrive 15 Minutes Before Worship! If
you are unable to make your scheduled service, You MUST
arrange your substitute and please remember to contact the
This copy aligns with the Parent Copy church office to report the change.
distributed at the beginning of the year.
Jan. 2 Sunday 9:00am Ashlyn Thomas Parker Bridgham Nolan Thomas
Jan. 9 Sunday 9:00am Allison Howlett Brooke Zastrow Kendra Rhyner
Jan. 16 Sunday 9:00am Addison Streich Lila Stalker Hannah Streich
Jan. 23 Sunday 9:00am Alex Komp Tessa Schwager Brody Otto
Jan. 30 Sunday 9:00am Jordana Anthon Robby Streiter Vienna Anthon
Please make sure to keep these individuals/families in
your prayers during the week
Prayer Requests: Please pray for the family of Sandy Zubke, Jane Krueger, Helen Key, Delmar
Christian, Pastor David and Jessie Phillips, Andrew Dietrich, Marjorie Baumann, Valerie
Wagner, Dean Mark Knappe, Sue and Keith Schmidt, Mike Coughlin, Joanne Todd, Timothy
Bratz, Austin & Amanda Field, Wayne Hildebrandt, Kathy Lehman, Bentley Meyer, Cheri
Oberst, Lorraine Ottson, Kurt Schlotter, Dan Schroeder, Don Schwefel, Dolores Bartee, Delores
Strassburg, Amy Prill.
Our Homebound Family: Gladys Baumann, Janet Eigenberger, Allen Grosenick, Lawrence
Grosenick, Marion Krempien, Dorothy Kleemann, Caroline Lillge, Duane and Karen Loeffler,
Pamela Pieper, Mary Schuett, Heidi Strauss, LeRoy and Karen Tietz, and Robert Wittnebel.
It’s Christmas, and we celebrate and praise God with Word and Song, but also
with the beauty of the Season. The poinsettias in church this year were given
in memory of:
Marilyn Zastrow and David Olson, by their family.
Kristi Rhodes Haeger, by her family.
Martin and Viola Schuett, and Joanne Schuett Werth, by Mary Schuett, Bev and Bob Sell
Kyle Kuehl, by his family.
Harris and Alice Creydt, by their family.
Church Family
Birthdays
Saturday Jan 1, 2022 ► Debbie Fenner
Sunday Jan 2, 2022 ► Ian Ninmann
Tuesday Jan 4, 2022 ► Arlan Korth
► Dayton Peirick
► Sally Leis
Thursday Jan 6, 2022 ► Bill Tietz
Friday Jan 28, 2022 ► Alisha Peplinski
Saturday Jan 8, 2022 ► Karen Tietz ► Nathan Pfeifer
► Meghan Hurtgen
► Tom Dehnert
Sunday Jan 9, 2022 ► Kayla Keel
Sunday Jan 30, 2022 ► Melissa Hurtgen
► Myron Christian
Monday Jan 10, 2022 ► Zachary Ireland
Monday Jan 31, 2022 ► Dick Uttech
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022 ► Jillian Berken
► Kathy Ewert
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022 ► Calvin Hurtgen
► Jacob Hurtgen
► Leanna Lillge
Thursday Jan 13, 2022 ► Brooke Zastrow
Sunday Jan 16, 2022 ► Jeffrey Schwefel
► Lola Braatz
Tuesday Jan 18, 2022 ► Evelyn Ruehlow
► Patty Schwefel
Thursday Jan 20, 2022 ► Britni Grosenick
► Tara Schwefel
Friday Jan 21, 2022 ► Dave Bridgham
► Kevin Field
Saturday Jan 22, 2022 ► Daxton Braatz
► Jeff Schwefel
Sunday Jan 23, 2022 ► Lauren Braatz
Monday Jan 24, 2022 ► Abby Reichert
Tuesday Jan 25, 2022 ► Cindy Raether
We have so many reasons to celebrate as follower of Jesus. This month, we were able to celebrate Frieda Turke and Marcella Pfiefer’s birthdays as well as the baptism of Nolan Nettesheim! Please enjoy some photos of their special celebrations.
Church Family
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it
is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is
not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not
delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects,
always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.
But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are
tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass
away.” 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Anniversaries
Thursday Jan 6, 2022
Darrick* & Kady Rejret
Friday Jan 7, 2022
Jacob & Connie Braatz
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Cody & Leah PeschCoffee Hour
After church on Sundays please join
us for fellowship in the
church basement.
It's a great time to chit-chat and
connect with friends and neighbors.Donations through December 21, 2021
Continued on the Next Page...Donations through December 21 2021 “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness or danger, or sword?...No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:35, 37-39
Christmas has come to Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon! Our Christmas performers are practicing and our sanctuary is decorated with symbols of salvation. Thank you to Stan and Sue Schramm for their generous donation of this year’s Christmas tree!
The Lebanon Lutheran School Christmas Program Symbols of Salvation: Foretelling Christ’s Birth, was performed December 16, 2021. The children sang, read Scripture, and recited poems proclaiming the Savior’s birth. Students of all ages performed, providing a full picture of the great work LLS does in raising students in Christ.
There will be a change of Office Hours due to the Christmas holiday. The Church Office will be open December 28 from 8am-4pm and then closed December 27, 29, 30, and 31. Please call or email the Church Office with any questions. Phone: 920-925-3540 Email: office@ilcol.org This year’s Semi-Annual Meeting will be held after the 9am service January 9, 2022. Here the church will discuss candidates for Church Council election and other important matters to the operation, functioning, and service of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon. Please join us for this important discussion.
Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon A Congregation of the NALC
N554 County Road R - Watertown, WI 53098
Worship: Sundays 8:30am (Memorial Day —November)
9:00am (November—Memorial Day)
Tuesday 10:30 am
Wednesdays 6:00 pm (Advent & Lent)
We celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion every Sunday.
Pastor: Pastor Daniel Repp
Email: pastor@ilcol.org
Administrative Assistant: Josephine Wangerin
Hours: T and Thur. 8am-2pm, Wed. 8am-4pm - Please Call First
Email: office@ilcol.org Website: www.ilcol.org
Phone: (920) 925-3540
Church Council President: Mike Coughlin
Email: mfac@sbcglobal.net
Cell Phone: (920) 390-0306
Emergency Contact Number
Pastor Daniel Repp (574)226-2133
Lebanon Lutheran School & LLS -Early Childhood Center
Lebanon Lutheran School Lebanon Lutheran School is an accredited association 4K - 8 Christian Day
Principal’s Contact - school run as a joint ministry of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon and
lebanon.llsoffice@gmail.com St. Peter’s Lutheran Church of Lebanon (LCMS).
For more information, please contact either of our campuses at:
(920) 925-3791 (Immanuel) or (920) 925-3525. (St. Peter’s)
Lebanon Lutheran School Also operated as a joint ministry between the two churches, our state licensed
Early Childhood Center facility for daycare and preschool provides a caring Christian atmosphere where
eccdirector@llsedu.org children experience the love of Jesus in words and actions.
For more information, please contact the daycare at: (920) 925-3040.You can also read
