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JUNE 2021
The First Word
LET ALL THAT YOU DO BE DONE IN LOVE
I CORINTHIANS 16:14
In This Issue:
Page 2: Pastor Joel’s message
Page 3: Council News
Page 4: Financial Focus
Page 5: Long-Range Planning Meeting
Page 5: Annual Meeting Announcement
Page 5: Council Vacancies
Page 6: Memorial & Endowment
Page 6: Synod Assembly Resolutions
Page 7: An Evangelical Minute
Page 7: Thank You
Page 8: Faith, Fellowship & Fun
Page 9: Youth Message
Page 10-11: Youth Ministries
Page 12: Women of First Lutheran
Page 13: Love of the Altar
Page 13: Music Ministries
Page 14 & 15: Lectionary Readings
Page 15: Social Media Statistics
Page 16: Small Groups & Studies
Page 17: First Foodies
Page 18: Website Wanderings & Day 1
Page 19: ELCA & Staff
Page 20: Prayers of Caring We are back to
Page 21: Our Deepest Sympathies in-person worship,
Page 22-23: Long-Range Plans communion around the
Page 24: June Birthdays & Anniversaries altar, and fellowship
Page 25: June Calendar hour. Come join us! We
missed you!
First Lutheran Church
Hayward, Wisconsin
From the Pastor's Desk
John The Baptist on 63
I saw John the Baptist again the other day. And once again, people swore at him. There he was with his
bright green vest and his bright green hard hat holding a sign that said STOP on one side and SLOW on
the other. Roads were being repaired – low places being made higher and high places being made lower
and rough places being made smoother – all for our benefit. Why, when someone is helping such a good
thing to happen, is he treated so poorly? The road is for everyone. Everyone has to stop or slow down.
Why do some take it so personally? Why do some feel that road construction should only happen when
they are not around? Why do some think they should be exempt from the inconvenience of the world
being made better?
John the Baptist was the voice of one crying in the wilderness, “Prepare the way of the Lord. Makes His
paths straight.” John gave the same message to all people, from humble to great, but some people were so
important that John’s call to repentance was personal. For some people, it is all about them, and any
challenge that indicates they are not the bright center of the universe is resented. We have always had
them with us, and we probably always will.
As the driver got out of his car and berated the John the Baptist of US Highway 63, I felt like coming to
John’s defense and saying to the hemorrhoid with a strong opinion, “That’s right, pal. The federal
government, the state highway commission, the public utility, and the construction company all knew
that you would be here at this precise moment. Months ago, they called a meeting and said: “At 2:30 pm
on a Thursday near Trego, Emil Slobbowitz wants to get to the Rice Lake Menards faster than AJ Foyt.
Let’s mess with his mind!” Of course, I didn’t. ‘Emil’ looked big and scary and humorless, and I felt like
making retirement someday. But when ‘John’ turned the sign to SLOW, I did take a weird pleasure in
driving around ‘Emil’s’ car before he had a chance to run back into it. But he passed me at a pretty good
clip well before I reached the Mobil station as he saluted me with the universal salute that indicates an IQ
of 1.
‘John’ is a good person simply doing his job to make life safer and better for everybody – why do so many
people take it personally. It cost the first John the Baptist his head. Why? STOP signs, speed limits, road
construction, utility improvements, and even mask mandates are for everyone equally and make the world
better and safer. What is so personal about that?
Do I have an intrinsic desire to be happy? Do I see everybody fulfilling their niche in society to make
society a better place, and because I see so many people faithfully doing their job, am I happier than
others? I appreciate the Walmart greeter. I appreciate the city worker. I appreciate the volunteers at the
food pantries and at Habitat for Humanity. I hold politicians in high regard, too. There are tons of people
simply doing their jobs, myself included. Most people are trying to make a better world, a better
community, a better workplace. There are John the Baptists in all of them.
I say God bless them.
In Christ,
Pastor Joel
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Council Notes
Let all that we do be done in love. 1 Corinthians 16:14
Council met on May 10, 2021, and the following are some of the main items discussed.
$4203.64 was donated via the Lenten special offering folders. Council had voted earlier to send
this special offering to Luther Park Bible Camp. A very generous donor is matching all
donations to the camp during 2020 and 2021 up to $500,000, so our gifts have a double
impact. Thanks for your continuing support.
Council voted to make the wearing of face coverings optional on church premises effective
immediately.
Before starting the lighting project for the sanctuary, there was interest in replacing the pew
cushions.That project was put on hold to get the lights done first so that we would not damage
the new cushions with the lighting construction. Council approved the formation of a task force
to reopen that process and solicit proposals and pricing for the cushions. This task force will be
operating in conjunction with the Music & Worship Committee. There is an estimated $4000
balance in the Sanctuary Improvement Fund after completing the lighting, which can be used
toward this.
Considerable time was devoted to discussing our recommendations on allocating some of the
surplus funds we now have due to COVID relief funds we received in 2020 and 2021. Some of
those funds have already been allocated by the council. Council decided to propose the
balance of the allocations to the congregation for approval at our Congregational Meeting on
July 25, 2021, following the 10 AM worship service.Details of that proposal will be published in
the information we receive in the 30-day letter for the Annual Meeting.
As you know, we have been working on formulating a long-range plan for some time. That
process derailed due to COVID and is now back on track.Three informational meetings were
scheduled to gain more comments and input from members. This will be another item for
consideration at our July congregational meeting. We will have a written ballot regarding the
long-range plans and will vote yes or no on an item-by-item basis. The recommendation is each
idea needs the support of 60% minimum votes for inclusion in the final plan. To be clear, this
will be a list of goals and overall objectives. However, each item included in the long-range plan
will still need congregational approval on an item-by-item basis once details and specific costs
are determined.
Bruce Schmidt, Council President
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Simply Giving
With the Simply Giving Program in place at First Lutheran, some congregation members have
elected to use this electronic transfer opportunity. It saves you trying to remember if you have
written a check or turned it in your envelope. You select when the funds are withdrawn each
month and the amount each time. If you need to make changes to your Simply Giving, you
can log into your account and make the changes, or you can see Jeannette for a form to sign,
and I will make any changes you direct. For additional information, please contact Jeannette in
the church office.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR FAITHFUL
GIVING TO THE LORD’S WORK THROUGH
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH
Jeannette Siemers
Business Manager
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Long-Range Planning Hearing Sessions
Congregational Council and Small Group
Committees made a list of long-range plans for First
Lutheran Church. These items are listed on pages
22 & 23 (please review).
This plan will be voted on at our July annual
meeting. To help answer questions, add
suggestions, and get congregational insight, please
attend the upcoming hearing sessions:
Sunday, June 6 at 9:00 am
Semi-Annual Congregational Meeting
Sunday, July 25th @ 11 am
(following the 10 am worship service)
Each year, First Lutheran Church holds an annual meeting for
voting on new council members, approving committee reports
from the past year, and holds time for questions, comments,
and information on the year to come.
Our 2021 meeting will also hold voting for the Long-Range Plan.
All FLC members are encouraged to be present. Reminder...our
high school youth (those that have been confirmed) are VOTING
members. It is a great practice to exercise your votes, express
your concerns, and connect in God's Work within and through
our congregation.
***Committee members, all reports are due to Tiffany by
Wednesday, June 30th. This is a hard deadline. Each committee,
task force, and group should have a written report including (but
not limited to): list of members, a brief description of purpose,
highlights of accomplishments or work done, and plans/ideas for
the upcoming year.***
Congregational Council Members Request:
Our annual meeting and the election for new council
members is in July. This year we have 4 positions; 2 open
and 2 incumbent/open. If you are interested in being part of
First Lutheran Leadership, please contact a current council
member or the church office.
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Memorial & Endowment Notes:
Plant your seeds now and trust in the Lord that these seeds will bear
fruit even when you are gone.
2 Corinthians 9:6-8: "Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever
sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your
heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."
We are truly blessed with the ability to provide financial support to so many worthy projects, and
individuals, through both the Endowment and Memorial Funds.
As a reminder the FLC Endowment Fund was established to receive memorial or honorary gifts that
are invested in perpetuity. That means we can use the annual earnings to provide funds while the
fund continues to grow. The Fund has provided for over $10,000 in just this last year solely from
earnings. Please consider a gift to the endowment fund. It will be a gift that will keep giving to many
for years to come. Flyers can be found in any of the pews or in the church office. There are very
informational.
The Memorial Fund continues to receive gifts that can be spent currently to meet the special needs
of the congregation not being met by the church’s annual budget.
2021-2022 funding requests and forms can be directed to the committee through the church
office. Requests should be turned in 10 days before the quarterly meeting so the committee can
review and understand.
In God’s name, Kris Treland-Neumann, Chairperson
Northwest Synod of Wisconsin - Synod Assembly Update
Five Main Resolutions Passed at Assembly
Hunger Resolution: In addition to the support of food pantries and meals, the assembly
encourages all congregations to take time on a regular basis to call awareness to the problem and
collect a special offering, and to set aside a Sunday to reflect on the problem and bring awareness.
We set a goal of $1,000,000 by Synod Assembly 2024.
Racial Justice Resolution: Basically with the realization that we are a primarily White
denomination and our Synod is predominately White, we resolved that the synod offer at least one
Racial Justice/Anti-Racism Training workshop every year and recommend that all rostered leaders
attend and that church staffs and lay leaders set aside a time each year to reflect on how racism,
implicit bias, and privilege impact their own life together.
LGBTQIA+ Resolution: Discussing suicide rates with these individuals and the prevalence of
bullying ask at least 25% of the congregations to intentionally discuss the process of what it means
to be a Reconciling in Christ congregation by the end of 2022, realizing that some congregations
will choose not to participate. If a congregation does it is asked that it be reported to the bishop.
We should also work towards inclusivity.
Creation Care Resolution: This was to support energy conservation and recycling. It encourages
congregations to celebrate a four-week Season of Creation in the fall with the synod providing
worship resources and provide confirmation curriculum.
Gender Justice Resolution: This discusses the inequality of compensation for women pastors,
lack of women senior pastor positions, inappropriate comments to female pastors, and sexual
harassment. The synod will curate and provide training materials for synod staff, candidacy
committee, call committees, councils, and congregations on equality for compensation and
benefits. The synod will also provide materials and assistance to congregations regarding sexual
harassment.
To learn more about these resolutions, to watch the introductions, discussions, or votes of these
resolutions please go to the Synod Website: http://nwswi.org/2021-synod-assembly
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AN EVANGELICAL MINUTE
Hope Springs Eternal
For me, our monthly copy of Living Lutheran is one of the most informational and thankful
gifts as a member of our congregation. For in it, I learn of the myriad of ways in which today's
ELCA churches are carrying out the work of Our God. The people are caring for others with
love. Men and women are pastors. You learn of worship programs here and abroad, helping
people in so many different and caring ways.
We recently received the latest letter from our ELCA Ministries wherein, if we are able, we can
join in to help support some ministries featured in our magazines. Thus, because this came
to mind, I include this, for I understand that due to the COVID-19 outbreak, their efforts have
been of greater importance.
We don't forget our ongoing appeals here in Hayward and thus at First Lutheran: the local
Hayward Food Shelf has experience extra heavy need due to economic pressures, including
job losses, volunteer needs abound (both around our church and locally), and we just
completed a large effort by our youth to gather items for Personal Care Kits to send overseas
to help others. How proud we are of our Youth! We can be on the lookout for opportunities
to be of help regularly. There's a phrase our greater church has had for some time now that
says it all, and so I'll close with it:
God's Work. Our Hands.
Heavenly Father, we are so blessed, and because of this, we want to do all we can and, with
Your help, be there for others in need. For it is only right for us to love others as You have
loved us.
In Christ, Amen
To my First Lutheran family,
Your prayers have once again carried me through what could
have been a dark time, but due to your love and support and
God’s blessings, it was not – and I thank you so much. Thank
you for the many cards, flowers, rides, phone calls, emails,
and Facebook messages. I consider myself blessed to
worship in the company of so many kind people. Thank you
to the staff, my family, congregation, and friends. My surgery
was successful and as I write this, I am down to one week and
one day of radiation and have done very well. May you all be
blessed.
In prayerful appreciation, Carol Mooney Williamson
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FAITH, FELLOWSHIP & FUN
Bike/Hike/Ski Club
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Time to start biking again. The group will still meet
every Monday at 6pm. June's schedule: Tuesday, June 8th @ 7 pm
6/7: Meet in Church Parking lot. We will bike the
10- 13 mile loop around Hayward. Where: Comfort of your home - via Zoom:
6/14: Meet in Church Parking lot. We will bike to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85951980861?
and down Rainbow road and back.
6/21: Meet in Church Parking lot. We will travel the pwd=ZElEZDM0VyttaGVGdWZrUmc0cVI0d
bike route and pathway past the casino and z09
back. Topic:
6/28: Meet at Sawmill Saloon parking lot. We will Grab a favorite drink, your Zoom device,
bike the fantastic flats down Uhrenholt, and join a great conversation.
Petersen, Larsen, and Pfeifer roads to
Mosquito Brook and back.
Friday Night Movie
Friday, June 18, 2021
6pm - Movie & Discussion
Purls of Prayer
All are Welcome
Saturday, June 19 @ 9:30am
A Chinese family discovers their
Location: Fellowship Hall
grandmother has only a short while Interested in knitting or crocheting
left to live and decide to keep her in prayer shawls or for charity?
the dark, scheduling a wedding to Join us each month, no experience
gather before she dies. needed.
We can provide all supplies and instruction.
Sign up at the Welcome Center
Women, Wine, & Wisdom
Card Ladies
Calling All Women!!!! Card ladies will meet on Tuesday, June 1st
at 9:30. We encourage anyone that is
Grab a glass of Wine or Water or Whiskey or Whatever interested in paper crafting to join us. We
and join us! Swap stories~recipes~projects~and will social distance and still wear masks,
more! Great time to relax, giggle, chat, and enjoy! but there is a need for more cards to be
made. We also have had numerous cards
Sunday, June 20 at 7 pm donated, so there is much sorting to do,
(campfire--weather permitting) also! If you have any questions about Card
Ladies, please contact Liz Dokkestul at
3rd Sunday each month at 7pm! 715-558-6401.
Cover Girls
Cover girls (tie quilters) will be meeting on the 2nd and 3rd Thursday in the fellowship hall. Tops and
backs are made and need to be tied and sew the edges. Material needs to be cut in squares to use for
tops or sew large pieces together for the backs. Plenty to do. Great way to reach out to other people
throughout the world.
Anyone who wants to donate material (it needs to be washable and not a light color) can leave it in the
quilting closet. Old sheets are great as long as they are not white. Anyone can come in and get material
to work on at home. Thank you to all the quilters for their faithfulness.
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Invitation: Where are you?
A message from your Youth & Education Director
Have you ever wondered what the purpose for our narthex, our nave, and our
sanctuary meant? How about the meaning of good works? Without much surprise,
Martin Luther wrote a sermon on these questions. The purpose of each part of a
church can also shed focus on our Christian faith's life choices and actions.
In biblical times, churches were less of a building and more of a tent or tabernacle. A moveable
place for worship, sacrifice, and blessings. There were three main parts: the courtyard, the holy
place, and the holy of holies. The locations or areas of these places were, historically, only allowed
access by certain people. The courtyard is the area of listening. Anyone is welcome in this area. The
holy place is for the select 'members,' those offering a sacrifice or paying the dues. The holy of
holies was only for high priests. It was the most holy place, closest to God. In Exodus, the holy of
holies is the Ark of The Covenant.
The sections would be a narthex, a nave, and a sanctuary in today's church buildings. The narthex is
the gathering and fellowship place as one walks through the doors of the church. The nave is the
pew area, where people sit and worship; we tend to call this area the sanctuary. However, the
sanctuary is the altar, the place where pastors give the words and sacraments.
As Luther explains, one can think of these parts in the context of their own home. What types of
people do you allow in each of these parts: the front yard, the house's main rooms, your bedroom?
The front yard is where people stop and ask for directions, delivery people drop off packages, or a
new neighbor introduces themselves to the neighborhood. In this area of your home, you meet
new people and interact with the community. This is the narthex of the church. This is where
visitors come to meet new people and venture a feel of the church atmosphere. Those in the
narthex look to the external elements of worship, people, and activities. The narthex is the
appearance and spectator arena.
Our new neighbors' invitation comes to our kitchen tables for a more personal conversation, maybe
over a meal. This is the nave of our church. Receptive engagement transpires to this level. The
invitation from the wondering in the narthex to the nave extends from the works of God. People
entering this space come to seek the peace and gentleness of God's love. Here, we start on the
road to heaven. In the nave, sinners realize that they are, in fact, sinners. The appearance of the
outside does not matter. The matters of the heart begin of God's work. When we invite someone
into our homes, we hold comfort in this person's value and have an eagerness to develop a
relationship with them.
Our bedrooms. The private placement of our personal belongings. The place that we only allow
access to those we are closest to. There is a sacred space where we are most vulnerable. The
sanctuary, or altar, of a church holds this same sacredness. The altar is where the Holy Spirit is
given to us, the sacrament of Holy Communion and Baptism are performed. Luther describes the
sanctuary as the place "where we deny ourselves" and give ourselves to God in its entirety.
There are people in our lives that fit every place of the church. The invitation and relationship
development heightens this experience. A welcoming conversation in the narthex can lead to an
embraced prayer-sharing moment in the nave, through relational development and a deepening
connection to God, neighbor, and life. A friendly hello can lead a stranger to a family member of
Christ.
An invitation is a powerful task. When we welcome and invite someone to our space, we make a
personal investment in them. When it comes to church space, an invitation is extended in multiple
steps. It starts with an event, asking a neighbor to a cookout or potluck in the churchyard. As the
relationship builds, the invite turns to a special worship service. "Will you come to Easter breakfast
and worship?" The movement from the narthex into the nave. A small step accompanying both
parts. These actions can take some time to build. Relationships take care and nurture. The deeper
the connection gets, the more God moves in and through the people. Finally, this neighbor is a
friend that kneels next to you every Sunday morning while receiving the sacrament of Holy
Communion. Whether in the narthex, nave, or sanctuary, the extension of our relationship with God
comes to others in the form of invitation.
Blessings~
Tiffany Chipman
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Youth Ministries
Summer Splash:
Grades 4 - 8 (completed)
First Lutheran Children and Friends are invited to the fun
days of Summer Splash!!!! The 2nd and 3rd Mondays of July
and August from 9 am - 3 pm. Mark your calendars now for
fun, service, and connection with our youth! Watch for sign-
up sheets in mid-June!
ELCA Youth Gathering 2022
We are 13 months away from the next ELCA Youth
Gathering...and it's time to get EXCITED!!
Information Meeting:
Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 7 pm
ALL youth entering 8th-12th Grade youth are
eligible to come!!!
Parents & Youth should attend the informational
meeting. Gathering Dates: July 24-28, 2022
I kneel in prayer to the Father. All beings in heaven and on earth receive their life from [God]. God is wonderful and
glorious. I pray that [God’s] Spirit will make you become strong followers and that Christ will live in your hearts because of
your faith. Stand firm and be deeply rooted in [God’s] love. I pray that you and all of God’s people will understand what is
called wide or long or high or deep. I want you to know all about Christ’s love, although it is too wonderful to be measured.
Then your lives will be filled with all that God is. I pray that Christ Jesus and the church will forever bring praise to God.
[God’s] power at work in us can do far more than we dare ask or imagine. Amen.
Ephesians 3:14-21 CEV
Wednesday Nights @ First Lutheran Church
Summer is here! It's time to ditch the books and the
homework and enjoy some time to relax and hangout!
Wednesdays nights are just this for our Youth!
Every Wednesday, youth and families are invited to First
Lutheran for Campfire Worship and "Hangout" time!
6:30 - 8:30 pm -- EVERY Wednesday!!!
V a c a t i o n B i b l e S c h o o l
Parents, Friends and Neighbors! Mark your
calendars for Vacation Bible School at First
Lutheran Church--summer 2021.
When: June 28 - July 1
Times: 9 am - 1 pm
Where: First Lutheran Church
Cost: FREE (children to bring a sack
lunch)
Who: All children who completed K-5th
grade
Click Here for Registration Form
10Christ Jam 2021
Middle School Youth Gathering
Saturday, August 14th
Luther Park Bible Camp
Calling all middle school youth!!!! This is a day JUST FOR YOU!!!!
Mark your calendars! More information is coming soon!
Calendar Planning Meeting
Calendar Planning is BACK!!!
Wednesday, June 30th at 7:00 pm we will meet to plan the
calendar for the 2021-2022 school year and the following
summer.
We will pencil in key dates, events, outings, and more.
Parents, Youth, and Interested Members are invited. It is a
fun time to dream and plan for the year to come! Please
contact Tiffany Chipman to sign up!
Youth & Education Committee
First Lutheran's Youth & Education Committee is looking for new
members. Our committee focuses on the foundation of faith
formation, the creation of multi-generational connections, and the
future of church faith.
We meet on the 3rd Monday of every month at 5 pm.
Meetings are split between current and upcoming activities for our
children, youth, and families, and faith-filled discussions on what is
to come.
Please contact Tiffany for more information or join our next meeting.
Vacation Bible School Volunteers Needed:
How to help for VBS:
**Snack Helpers: prepare and serve snack each day from
10:30-11 am
**Leader Lunch Donations: 10 youth leaders for lunch each
day (make a meal or donate funds to purchase meals
**Snack Donations
Please see the Clipboard at the Welcome Center to sign-up
and make our 2021 VBS spectacular!
11Women of First Lutheran
It was only yesterday we celebrated the New Year, but to me, June is the month that God makes
all things new. From the theme song from the Broadway musical "Carousel," "June is busting
out all over," written and composed by Rogers & Hammerstein. Our trees are bursting out with
new green leaves, the robins are back, and the mornings are full of the music of the songbirds and
the lakes with the sound of the loons. Our wonderful God opens the rivers, lakes bring back the
birds and flowers, and gives us longer, warmer days of summer. We are excited to get into the
greenhouses and see the plants as we prepare our gardens, plant the seeds, and watch them grow
and wait for the harvest. June is the new year for me in Wisconsin. The excitement is in the air
after the winter of darkness and confinement.
We at First Lutheran had a Refurbishing Jubilee during the dark days of COVID and the long
winter months; we nourished our church, preparing it for the new year when we could sow the
seeds on "good soil" and wait for the harvest. We have done so much here so that we could better
serve this congregation and our community. We have a new state-of-the-art kitchen that serves
and enabled us to offer take-out meals. The offices have new flooring. The computer systems so we
can Zoom and share our services online, through Facebook. We lit up the sanctuary with new lights
and new letters and symbols in the Narthex, welcoming guests. And during this time, we sent care
packages, and the quilters made 14 quilts to send to Lutheran World Relief. Many of the ladies
worked at home and made and tied the quilts, they made blankets for the hospital nurseries,
prayer shawls were knit and handed out to those grieving or going through tough times, and the
youth sent dry goods to the food pantries. We also hosted some of the days for COVID
inoculations. This was our winter of refurbishing and service.
God has led us through the dark days of winter and COVID, and now God leads us forth with new
energy and into June. First Lutheran is ready to serve God's people by opening our doors and being
a welcoming church, as God gives us this new month of June with the promise of long hazy, crazy
days of summer. We pray that He gives us a healthy community and our energy back to welcome
strangers, friends, and family. We thank our God for June. It is planting time. We can plant seeds of
love and welcome and nourish our guests with God's Word, and we pray for the harvest of healthy
fruit planted on "good soil" in God's garden. May God bless this planting season,
Linda Gordon Pres. FLCW
Updates for the Women of First Lutheran:
Our summer season has begun, and I have asked Pastor Joel if he would lead us in a bible study for
a planned picnic. He has consented and can do this on Tuesday, July 20th. Depending on the
weather and restrictions, we will meet in the churchyard for an outdoor event.
Please stay tuned for updates. All First Lutheran Women will be welcome.
For the month of June, our Circles will meet on June 8th at our regular times in the Fellowship Hall.
We are using the June lesson in the Gather Magazine.
We still are keeping the COVID guidelines.
Peace at 9:45 am. The leader is Georgia Frye
Faith Hope and Love at 1:30 pm. The leader is Maxine Poppe
Jubilee will again take the summer off but will enjoy some gatherings during the summer.
Koinonia will meet each Tuesday at 8:00 am. They are watching a DVD of The Old Testament.
12The Love of Our Altar
Eternal Candle Sponsors for June
Dick Gillis In memory of Shirley Gillis
Karen Churitch In memory of Bob Churitch
Jan Wege In memory of Bert Wege
Please sign up on the Eternal Flame clip board if you wish to be a sponsor.
Please give Jeannette the sponsor funds when you sign up.
There is room for more Eternal Candle Sponsors, please sign up and let the office know.
Thank you!!!
June Communion Bread Bakers:
June 5/6: Jean Purtell
June 12/13: Liz Dokkestul
June 19/20: Erinn Bratley
June 26/27: Sherry Beckman
June Altar Guild Schedule:
Sat. 9am Sat. 5pm Sun. 8am Sun. 10am
June 5/6: Pat Olson Pat Olson Paula Gaida Pam Swanson
June 12/13: Nancy Woodbeck Donna Gilbertson Kay Sieh Patti Stone
June 19/20: Barb Jacobsen Barb Jacobsen Linda Graham Tiffany Chipman
June 26/27: Pam Swanson Nancy Woodbeck Kay Sieh Patti Stone
Music Ministry
The Spirit Within
Worships:
Sunday, June 13 at 10:00 am
Sunday, June 27 at 10:00 am Choir:
Worships:
Practices: Thursdays at 6 pm Sunday, June 6th at 10:00 am
Sunday, June 20th at 10:00 am
Chime Choir: Sunday, June 27th at 8:00 am
Chime rehearsal is Practice is back. Every
every Wednesday at Wednesday at 6:05pm
5:15 pm in Room 4. in Room 4.
13Lectionary Readings
June 6, 2021: Second Sunday of Pentecost
Preface: Pentecost Color: Green
Prayer of the Day: All-powerful God, in Jesus Christ you turned death into life and defeat into victory.
Increase our faith and trust in him, that we may triumph over all evil in the strength of the same Jesus
Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia. The ruler of this world will be driven out. And when I am lifted up from
the earth, I will draw all people to myself. Alleluia. (John 12:31, 32)
Readings and Psalm:
Genesis 3:8-15 (God confronts Adam and Eve in the garden)
Psalm 130 (Wait for the Lord, for with the Lord there is steadfast love. (Ps. 130:7))
2 Corinthians 4:13--5:1 (Renewed in the inner nature)
Mark 3:20-35 (Doing the work of God as brothers and sisters of Christ)
June 13, 2021: Third Sunday of Pentecost
Preface: Pentecost Color: Green
Prayer of the Day: O God, you are the tree of life, offering shelter to all the world. Graft us into yourself
and nurture our growth, that we may bear your truth and love to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our
Savior and Lord. Amen.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia. Welcome with meekness the implanted word that has the power to save
your souls. Alleluia. (James 1:21)
Readings and Psalm
Ezekiel 17:22-24 (The sign of the cedar, planted on the mountain of Israel)
Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15 (The righteous shall spread abroad like a cedar of Lebanon. (Ps. 92:12))
2 Corinthians 5:6-10 [11-13] 14-17 (In Christ, a new creation)
Mark 4:26-34 (The parable of the mustard seed)
June 20, 2021: Fourth Sunday of Pentecost
Preface: Pentecost Color: Green
Prayer of the Day: O God of creation, eternal majesty, you preside over land and sea, sunshine and
storm. By your strength pilot us, by your power preserve us, by your wisdom instruct us, and by your
hand protect us, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia. Now is the acceptable time; now is the day | of salvation. Alleluia.
(2 Cor. 6:2)
Readings and Psalm
Job 38:1-11 (The creator of earth and sea)
Psalm 107:1-3, 23-32 (You stilled the storm and silenced the waves of the sea. (Ps. 107:29))
2 Corinthians 6:1-13 (Paul’s defense of his ministry)
Mark 4:35-41 (Christ calming the sea)
14June 27, 2021: Fifth Sunday of Pentecost
Preface: Pentecost Color: Green
Prayer of the Day: Almighty and merciful God, we implore you to hear the prayers of your people. Be
our strong defense against all harm and danger, that we may live and grow in faith and hope, through
Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia. Our Savior Jesus Christ has abolished death and brought life and
immortality to light | through the gospel. Alleluia. (2 Tim. 1:10)
Readings and Psalm:
Lamentations 3:22-33 (Great is the Lord’s faithfulness)
Psalm 30 (I will exalt you, O Lord, because you have lifted me up. (Ps. 30:1))
2 Corinthians 8:7-15 (Excel in generosity, following the Lord Jesus)
Mark 5:21-43 (Christ healing a woman and Jairus’s daughter)
Worship is back to "normal". Starting June 5th:
Worship Volunteers needed for all positions.
Communion will be at the altar and served with our homemade Norweigan Flatbread and wine
(or white grape juice).
The bell will be ringing.
Ushers will pick up offerings.
Thank you for your patience. We are happy to move forward.
***Worship Services will remain live-streamed on Facebook every Sunday at 8am.
Facebook Monthly Stats:
04/19/2021 to 05/17/2021 Instagram Monthly
442 Followers Stats:
Last 30 days:
***Ages 45 & Up: 80%
***Ages 35-44: 13%
51 Followers
***Ages 35 & Lower: 7%
38 Average Daily Devotion Viewers
38 Average Sunday Worship Viewers From inspiration to action shots -
8 Average Wednesday Worship Viewers check out what is happening.
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15BIBLE STUDY GROUPS
Men's Bible Study
Every Tuesday at 8 am in Fellowship Hall.
Bring your own beverage and snack (if desired).
Online Bible Studies are available via Zoom. All are welcome to attend. We
meet Tuesday nights at 7pm and Wednesday mornings at 10am. Both
studies are different. Engage in both! Exploring the Bible in a fun and laid
back way. All are welcome. Both studies are led by Pastor Joel and have
fantastic discussions.
Tuesday Evening (7pm): Zoom link: Click Here to Join
Wednesday Mornings (10am): Zoom link: Click Here to Join
Jubilee Circle will be taking the summer off from our regular bible study. We
will start up again in September. Jubilee will be having a couple of social
events this summer. Rhonda Passolt will coordinate and be in touch with
everyone as events are planned. If you have any questions, please feel free
to contact Rhonda Passolt at 715-563-2502 or passolt0826@yahoo.com.
Blessing to all.
Women's Morning Circle: Peace Circle meets Tuesday, June 8th at 9:45 am.
Join together in a fellowship and Bible study while exploring the articles of
the Gather Magazine. Leader: Georgia Frye
Women's Afternoon Circle: Faith Hope & Love meets Tuesday, June 8th at
1:30 pm. Join together in a fellowship and Bible study while exploring the
articles of the Gather Magazine. Leader: Maxine Poppe
Koinonia: A fellowship and community of women.
Every Tuesday at 8 am in Room 4.
Bible studies ~ Conversations ~ Connections
16First Foodies:
Strawberry Lemon Trifle by: Taste of Homes
4 ounces fat-free cream cheese, softened
1 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt
2 cups fat-free milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
1 tablespoon white grape juice or water
1 prepared angel food cake (12 ounces)
Optional: Whipped topping and additional strawberries
Directions
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and yogurt. Add the milk, dry pudding mix and lemon zest; beat until
smooth. In a blender, process 1/2 cup strawberries and grape juice until blended.
Tear cake into 1-in. cubes; place a third in a trifle bowl or 3-qt. serving bowl. Top with a third of the
pudding mixture and half of the remaining strawberries. Drizzle with half of the strawberry sauce. Repeat all
layers. Top with remaining cake and pudding mixture. Garnish with whipped topping and additional
strawberries, if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Have a fun and tasty recipe for July?
Sent it to Tiffany Chipman by June 15th!
Wednesday Night Supper
A community meal is served curb-side pickup here at First
Lutheran Church every Wednesday evening at 5:00pm.
The meal is free of charge, or if you wish, you may make a free
will donation. The meals are nutritious and are prepared and
served by volunteers from the Church congregation, as well as
volunteers within the community.
If you wish to help in this important ministry, please look at the sign-up sheets hanging at the
Welcome Center. See who is in charge for the month and give them call or sign-up to help.
May Weekly Meal Sponsors:
Monthly Overseer: May 5th: Patty Treland & Friends
May 12th: Hayward Lions-Nancy Nelson
Linda Beck May 19th: St. Joe's Church-Karen Menke
May 26th: Trinity Lutheran Ladies
Thank you!!!
17Website Wanderings
Check out our First Lutheran Church Website at: http://www.firstlutheranhaywardwi.org
Giving Options: Website Highlights:
We have several online ways to contribute Upcoming Events
to First Lutheran Church ministries. Be sure to continue to visit First
Lutheran’s website for the latest in
Give+ Mobile events that can be found in the box
The Give+ Mobile app offers you a way to titled “Coming Up!” on the home page.
make convenient credit or debit card
donations quickly through your Android Daily Devotionals
or Apple phones. Check out the home page: there is a
new devotional every day by Pastor Joel
The Give+ app is free, secure and easy to Bacon. Each devotion is posted around
use. Simply go to the App Store and 9am or can be caught "live" on
search for “give plus Church” to download Facebook at 7:30am.
and start donating today.
Weekly Worship Services
Automatic withdrawal from your banking Worship services are available online
account. You may set the amount of your through Facebook or our website every
contribution, the date, the frequency. Sunday at 8am.
Contact the office for more information.
If you have additional ideas for our
website or updates, please contact Sue
Reinardy at sreinardy@centurytel.net
https://www.facebook.com/pg/firstlutheranhaywardwi/about
"Day 1" Radio Ministry
“Day 1”, a voice of mainline Christian Churches, presents messages by
clergy representing mainline Christian faiths, including those of the
ELCA. Peter Wallace, host for each broadcast, facilitates discussion with
clergy on timely topics. This radio ministry reaches our shut-ins, visitors
to the area, and others for whom regular worship and Church affiliation
are not a part of their daily lives. The cost per broadcast is $30.
We have First Lutheran members sponsor the “Day 1” weekly segments
on radio station WRLS-FM (92.3). These segments air at 8:30am every
Sunday. The sponsorship of a broadcast may be in honor of a person,
or special occasion, or in memory of a loved one and is open to all.
Day 1 Sponsors:
May 16 in memory of Don Harms by Judy and Family
May 30 in memory of Doug Wikum and Bill and Diane Weinstock by Jane and Family
18Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
God's work. Our hands.
We are a Church that is deeply rooted—and always being made new.
If anyone is in Christ...
We are deeply rooted. The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is still comparatively new as a
Church body, and yet our roots are much deeper than our 25 years together. The taproot of our
life extends through the histories of predecessor Churches in the United States, through the
formative witness of the 16th century evangelical reformers and their confessional writings, to the
Scriptures and the word of Christ. Our life is in Jesus Christ. We are deeply rooted in his word of
forgiveness and the promises of God’s steadfast love and mercy. The word of Christ dwells in us
richly. God nourishes us as one body in Jesus Christ with companions from around the globe who
meet us at Christ’s table of grace.
…there is a new creation
We are being made new every day. In Jesus Christ we are not unchanged. What God does in Christ
is as radical as the death and resurrection of baptism, where new creatures in Christ rise to live “no
longer for themselves, but for him who died and was raised for them.” God is bringing that new
creation to life among us in the ministry of reconciliation. In that service we no longer see each
other as we did before. We are no longer strangers, competitors or enemies to each other. We are
beloved companions in one body, restored to a communion where the rich diversity of our
experiences, wisdom and abilities serve the common good in Christ. The new creation in Christ
rises to life among us every day.
Office Hours: Weekly Bulletin: First Word:
Monday - Thursday If you would like to submit ALL ARTICLES for the First Word
8:30—4:00 information for the weekly newsletter are to be sent to
Friday bulletin, it is due to Tiffany Chipman
8:30—12:00 Tiffany Chipman by 4:00pm each by 4:00pm on June 15 for the
Tuesday July First Word
Phone: 715-634-2141
Contact Us: Mail: P.O. Box 346
Hayward, WI 54843
First Lutheran Staff
Joel Bacon Pastor pastorjoel@firstlutheranhaywardwi.net
Jeannette Siemers Business Manager jette@firstlutheranhaywardwi.net
Tiffany Chipman Youth and Education Director tchipman@firstlutheranhaywardwi.net
& Office Administrator
Ray Austin Building and Grounds ray@firstlutheranhaywardwi.net
Patty Van Landschoot Choir Director davidjv@centurytel.net
Rebecca Iverson Organist beckyiverson@charter.net
Patty Treland Volunteer Coordinator ptreland@gmail.com
19Our Caring Prayers:
Care Centers: Please Pray For:
Jane Wikum
Aspen Acres Water’s Edge
Palmer McCoy
10214 Rock Creek Rd 11044 N State Rd 77
Fern McCoy
Hayward, WI 54843 Hayward, WI 54843
Jim Probyn
Irene Ahrenkiel Care Center: Mary Beaver
Dorothy Hedman Irene Byerly John Schuenzel
Ralph and Carol Cornell Jim Meier
Vi Jacobson Lyle Bacon
Colleen Moreland Michael Nelson
Care Partners Assisted Living
Robert Simons
15497 Pinewood Drive
Don Shifflet
Hayward, WI 54843
Don Sheehan
Assisted Living: Phil Pierce
Clare Jacobson
Hayward Health Center
Karen Luebke
10775 Nyman Avenue
Dennis Marquardt
Hayward, WI 54843
Gene Nelson
Liz Webber Joyce Zaspel
Janis Bergum Henry Aukee
Palmer and Fern McCoy
Country Terrace
10260 White Birch Lane
Hayward, WI 54843
Chronic & Long-term Illness:
John Jaeckel Anna Suzan
John Bihun Dawn Saxum
Lutheran World Relief Coffee
LWR coffee is available for purchase
Coffee choices include:
Dark Roast - Whole Bean
Dark Roast - Ground
Medium Roast - Whole Bean
Medium Roast - Ground
Decaffeinated - Ground
Stop by First Lutheran for your coffee fix...anytime during office hours
20Our Deepest Sympathies
Lucille J. Ackley, age 84, of Hayward, WI passed away surrounded by the
love of her family on Monday, April 26, 2021 at Fairview Southdale Hospital
in Edina, MN.
Lucille was born July 21, 1936, in Ashland, WI the daughter of James and
Helen (Gorud) Hamblin. She was raised in Hayward, WI where she
attended school. She graduated in 1954 from Hayward High School where she was very active in
all things musical, band, choir accompanist, and girls ensemble. She also earned the honor of
being valedictorian of her class. Lucille went on to college at the University of Wisconsin, Superior,
and earned a degree in education. After college, she returned to Hayward to work as a teacher for
several years. On August 6, 1957, Lucille was joined in marriage to Florian “Fritz” Ackley in
Hayward. Fritz was playing professional baseball and Lucille would travel with him when she
wasn’t teaching. After their fifth child in five years was born, Lucille became a homemaker while
Fritz continued his baseball career. In 1967, they purchased and began operating Chip-A-Flo
Lodge on the Chippewa Flowage. They operated the resort for 13 years and over that time Lucille
was also a substitute teacher for the Hayward School System. Lucille’s main passion in her life was
her family. She lived for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her kind heart,
patience, willingness to listen, and strong Christian faith made her children feel blessed to have
her as a mother. She was so positive, she made everyone she met feel important. Lucille loved
dancing and filled their home with laughter. As it said in her senior yearbook and is still true today,
“Lucille always let her light shine without turning the spotlight on herself”.
Lucille is survived by her six children, David (Carol) Ackley of Hayward, Kathy (Chuck) Groth of
Hayward, Douglas (Lois) Ackley of Oshkosh, WI, Sheila Dubois of Superior, WI, Sharon (Dan) Shea
of Superior, WI, and Janna (Hugh) Duffy of Center City, MN; thirteen grandchildren; twelve great-
grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Fritz.
A funeral service celebrating Lucille’s life was held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 7th, at First
Lutheran Church with Pastor Joel Bacon officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the
time of service at the church on May 7th. Interment will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in
Hayward.
Memorials may be directed to First Lutheran Church, PO Box 346, Hayward, WI 54843.
21Long-Range Plans
When dreams come into action. Let's talk, explore, and plan. Here are the dreams of the Congregational Council:
I. COUNCIL
a) ONE YEAR
i) Publish a council structure/flow chart
ii) Publish a staffing structure/flow chart
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Have all committees have 3-generational representation
II. EVANGELISM
a) ONE YEAR
i) Rebranding: (1)Logo, brochures, communion cards, contact me cards, signage, bags, chairs, swag
ii) Take down the welcome bookcase and make it into a Connect Wall
iii) Flyers and brochures from all of the committees and activities, circles, and Bible studies
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Have first-timer kits available always for visitors when they leave the church
ii) Church brochure, branded water bottle or travel mug, pen and note pad or branded post-its, how to
plug in with us, ministry flyers
III. FELLOWSHIP
a) ONE YEAR
i) Plan a Holden Trip
ii) Winter Relay for Life again
iii) Put seating in the Narthex: (1)Comfortable chairs and loveseats, small tables low and high
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Add plants, flowers, and other greenery to the narthex
ii) More outdoor fellowship activities
IV. GROUNDS
a) ONE YEAR
i) Gardening help
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Enhance outdoor grounds
ii) Patio on the side between narthex and armory
V. MUSIC AND WORSHIP
a) ONE YEAR
i) Open baptismal font in the narthex for ‘self’ blessings
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Take out a pew or two and make a children’s playground for worship times
ii) Have a prayer wall where people can add prayers to
iii) Update media presentation systems
iv) Make a prayer lounge – a place where people can go to sit and pray as a small group or individually in
comfort and in quiet
v) Midweek worship
VI. OUTREACH
a) ONE YEAR
i) Explore other Outreach possibilities
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Plant a community garden where all can plant and harvest
ii) More community ministries
iii) More signature events that the church will be known for
c) TEN YEAR
i) Reservation Outreach and Involvement
22VII. PROPERTY
a) ONE YEAR
i) Better electricity in the garage
ii) New speaker system for narthex/fellowship hall
iii) Coffee Kiosk in Narthex
iv) An AED installed
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Repaint church interior to make it a warmer feeling
ii) Update bathroom décor
iii) Paint basketball lines in the parking lot
iv) Paint kickball/Wiffle ball field in the back corner of the parking lot
v) Replace or update exterior side doors
vi) Update the zoning system for heating the office/education wing
vii) Motion sinks in bathrooms
viii) Above floor urinal
ix) New flooring for classrooms
x) Remodel offices
xi) Plan for future of present air conditioning units in fellowship hall/kitchen
xii) Replace parsonage windows, remove ash trees, and landscape
c) TEN YEAR
i) Parking lot repaved
ii) Modernize or repaint heat registers
VIII. STEWARDSHIP
a) ONE YEAR
i) Add more electronic givers to the roles
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Have another planned giving event
IX. TASK FORCE
NOTE: These were assigned to Task Force either because we were not sure which committee they would be referred to, or
because they seemed to be a single item or happening with no long-term oversight necessary. If a committee wishes to
take one of these items on I doubt anyone would be prevented.
a) ONE YEAR
i) New WELCOME signs on all doors
ii) Projectionist/videographer/sound technician deck in back of Sanctuary or where the Narthex and
Sanctuary meet. (1) This would remove it from the Band stage area.
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Update artwork and décor
ii) Update the walls and the décor in the Fellowship Hall
iii) New speaker system for the sanctuary
iv) New Church Van
v) More storage
c) TEN YEAR
i) Additions, up or out, so the youth don’t keep getting moved around. No room to grow
ii) Air Conditioning in Sanctuary
iii) Covered walkway in Church front entrance over sidewalk between, front doors and bell
iv) Columbarium
v) History display
vi) New windows and door in narthex entry
vii) New windows or clear glass in the sanctuary
X. YOUTH AND EDUCATION
a) ONE YEAR
i) Develop a digital sign-in and sign-out station for adults picking up their kids from youth ministries and
events
b) FIVE YEAR
i) Update playground
ii) Plan for future of library
23Connor Abric Joanne Lamphear
Gary Anderson Alesandra Lehouillier Jim & Pat Klabough
Dana Bates Trevor Lohman Jim & Nancy Schemensky
Linda Beck Harry Malcolm John & Lynn Syverson
Emma Bratley Drake Marks Tim & Susan Gardner
Truit Campbell Laramie Mittlesdorf Larry & Gayle Huseth
Alyssa Dettloff Josie Nowak
Cary & Amy McDonald
Carly Fredrickson Ian Okamoto
Kylie Gilbert Barb Onarheim Peter Sievert & Kathy McCoy
Linda Gordon John Pahn Jeff & Jan Hubbard
Carol Gucinski Josh Passolt Dan & Carol Gucinski
Josh Guslander Michael Persson Colin & Lori Laberee
Karla Haskell John Poppe Richard & Jayne Buchman
Dorothy Hedman Maxine Poppe
John & Constance Olson
Rebecca Iverson Liz Robbins
Grant Jacobs Jessica Sams Bob & Kym Kirk
Mark Jacobs Calia Sieh John & Deanna Jaeckel
Barbara Jacobsen Ginny Simons Joel & Maran Bacon
David Jacobsen Carly Toder Doug & Linda Beck
Sara Klongerbo Shelley Turner Keith & Lois Sanders
Carol Knudson Bill Vortanz Joe & Aimee Lehouillier
Emma Kuczenski Al Weber
JT & Emily Wohling
Jillian Kuczenski Dorothy Woodcock
Alice Laberee Alan Wunsch Chris & Jill Larson
Annabelle Laberee Audrey Yunker
Each month we take a moment to celebrate
the birthdays and anniversaries of our
friends at First Lutheran. Let's take this time
to pray for joyful birthdays and
anniversaries. Please do not call the office
for actual dates or ages.
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Saturdays: 5 pm
Sundays: 8am* & 10am
*Live on Facebook
Everyone is Welcome!
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