Saint Paul Lutheran Church, Deer Park, Wisconsin

Saint Paul Lutheran Church

Deer Park, Wisconsin

Church office phone: (715) 269-5126
Parsonage: (715) 269-5199

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.
Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

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Lutheran Church Events for May 2008 at Deer Park and Forest
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
     
1
SP 6:00 p.m. Ladies meeting
2 3
SJ 9 a.m. Prayer Mtg

7-11:30 a.m. Fisherman's breakfast @ Bethany Lutheran Church, Star Prairie.

4
Holy Communion Confirmation

SJ 9 a.m. Worship/Sunday School
Ladies meet

SP 9:15 a.m. Sunday School
SP 10:45 a.m. Worship

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7

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11
Mother's Day
Sunday School closing
SJ 9 a.m. Worship/Sunday School

SP 9:15 a.m. Sunday School
SP 10:45 a.m. Worship
Baptism

12
SP 7 pm 4-H meets
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14

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18
Holy Communion
SJ 9 a.m. Worship

SP 10:45 a.m. Worship
Voter's meeting following worship

Graduation recognition

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25
SJ 9 am Worship
4th Sunday fellowship


SP 10:45 a.m. Worship

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Memorial Day Observed
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*SJ = St. John's of Forest
*SP=St. Pauls of Deer Park
St. Paul Usher schedule: May 4: Warren Henke & Corey Place
May 18 & 25: Tom & Andrew Krueger
May 11: Ushers: Brandi Johnson, Lilly Voth, Riley Schachtner; Offering: Lucas Kaczmarski, Tyler
Nichols. Prayers: Vanessa Bolduc, Franny Bolduc, Lee Bolduc, Jack Peterson, Alexis Cran
St. Paul Communion Set-up: May 4: Dan & Jennifer Young; May 18: Mary Young & Cindy Keilen

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Jesus!

I don’t know what your May looks like, but if you are like us, it is a crazy month. Crystal’s younger sister Abby graduates at the end of the month, along with several of our young members. Confirmation for our four confirmands happens the first Sunday in May. There are plays and recitals and soccer events to attend. Crystal is finishing up her semester of college (a year of classes left and then student teaching) and I’m going back to school!

About 8 weeks ago, I was contacted by the head of the Doctorate of Ministry in Christian Outreach program at Concordia St. Paul. He was a professor of mine at the seminary but now works with the Oswald Hoffman School of Christian Outreach. He was forming a group to go through the doctorate program (aka D. Min.) and asked me to come be a part of it. I spent much time in prayer and talking with Crystal about this opportunity. We decided that this was the time and chance for me to further my studies.

But this is not just an opportunity for me. This is an opportunity for St. John’s and St. Paul’s. The focus of this doctorate is outreach -- better equipping me to develop strategies for our local context, enabling me to better equip you to spread the gospel, and growth of God’s kingdom in this place. The program isn’t meant to be just head knowledge, but real, practical ways to outreach. And for that, I will need you to come along side me in ministry and be busy at the task Jesus has given to us -- to make disciples wherever we are, teaching them all he has said.

The classes for this program are done in the intensive format. In other words, three times a year, I go to Concordia St. Paul for a morning and afternoon class that last two weeks. There is reading and papers beforehand, and afterwards. Our first session begins May 19 and goes through May 30, including classes on Memorial Day.

While I have some apprehension about going back to school, I am also very excited. We are living in an area that is going to be changing. This summer, they are starting the Highway 63 North by-pass by Baldwin. Within the next two years, there will be four-lane roads from our area all the way into the Twin Cities, either via Highway 63 or Highway 64 (well, with the exception of the Stillwater bridge that may be replaced sometime before 2050, maybe). Even if gas reaches $4 a gallon, people will still be making the move to our area and commuting to their work in the Twin Cities. For some, the increase in population isn’t welcomed. But for us, we should rejoice that God is bringing people to our doorsteps so that we can carry out his task for us right in our own backyards. With God bringing these people to us, we need to be proactive in reaching out, welcoming them to our area, and inviting them to join us in worship, Bible Study, Sunday School, and kingdom living. This is what I pray will be the outcome of my studies as I share the information with you, equip you for making the most of the gifts God has equipped you with for his kingdom work, and watching the kingdom of God increase in this area.

So be prepared -- I may be calling on you for some help in this program and in reaching out with the love of our Father in His Son Jesus! May he receive all the glory as we do so.

In His Service, Pastor Dan

-from Pastor Dan's May 2008 letter

CHURCH RECORDS

A program has been purchased to keep records for both churches. The following information is needed for each individual member: Name, address, when membership was established, birth date, baptism date, confirmation date, marriage date, number of children, their names, birth dates, baptism dates, confirmation dates, and marriage dates, if any. Any information that we can get from you will help make the program more accurate. You can leave the information in the church mailboxes of Lois Carnine or Julie Heiden or mail it to Lois at 220 South St. West, Deer Park, WI 54007 or e-mail it to car9lois@amerytel.net or heidenclan@hotmail.com. Thank you for your cooperation.

ST. PAUL LADIES MEETINGS

The ladies of St. Paul Lutheran are meeting on Thursday, May 1 at 6 pm. There will be no second Sunday lunch in May.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN LADIES will meet Sun., May 4 after worship.

NEWSLETTER

The newsletter is available in paper copy at St. Paul’s and St. John’s churches by the last Sunday of the month. Or it can be viewed on line at deerparkwi.org website.

CAMP LUTHER RETREATS & CAMPS

2008 retreat and summer camp brochures are now available. Camp Luther has a variety of weekend adult retreats, youth summer camps, couples’ retreat, and family camp programs that provide relaxation, renewal, in conjunction with Christian growth and fellowship. You’ll leave re-energized and ready to return home for what God has in store for you. Check your church bulletin boards or call the camp office at 1-877-264-CAMP

Upcoming North WI District youth events: Side-by-side Servant Event May 2-4 at Camp Luther (FREE); or the NWD Day at the Wisconsin Dells on Monday, June 23rd. Find more information on these and other NWD Youth happenings at www.nwdyouth.org. and click on “Youth Events.” Summer camps for older youth provide fun, Christian growth and fellowship and include IMPACT Camp (Grades 8-10). Raft Quest (grades 7-9 or 9-12), Teen Camp (grades 9-12), and Horse Camp (grades 7-9 or 9-12). For more information visit www.campluther.com.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL PLANS

VBS will be held July 21-25, closing with a funfest on Sunday. If you can help in any way, please contact Connie Krueger at 269-5537. Donations needed: metal forks, spoons, and knives for a craft--we will need 6 per child. Check for them at garage sales. Also needed will be 2-liter pop bottles (not the cap) & milk jugs.

SYMPATHY is extended to the family of Leona Boche who passed away on April 14. Services were held on Apr. 19 at St. Luke’s in New Richmond. Tim and Val Boche & family are members at St. John Lutheran Church.

BABY & BIRTHDAY CONGRATULATIONS

Camryn Kay Burback was born March 4 to April (Duval) and Chris Burback of Eau Claire. Camryn’s brother Carter will be 4 on May 14. Grandparents are Jack & Kathy Duval; great-grandmother is Margaret Duval. Margaret just celebrated her 90th birthday with a celebration at the Deer Park Community Center on Apr. 19.

Baptism for Camryn is planned for Sunday, May 11 at St. Paul Lutheran Church.

COLLECTION FOR DISTRICT LWML CONVENTION

The convention, June 16-18 in Eau Claire, has designated the Time-Out Family Shelter, Inc. of Ladysmith, WI to receive the Gifts of the Heart.

A basket is in the entrance of St. Paul’s church to collect items to be brought to convention for this. If you care to donate any of the following items, please bring them before June 8: prepaid phone cards, gas cards, copy paper, stamps, stationery, paper towels, toiletries, washcloths & bath towels, flashlights & batteries, garbage bags, Clorox kitchen/bathroom wipes, baby wipes, diapers, laundry soap, fabric soap, fabric softener, bedding (sheets, quilts, blankets).

LEAP YEAR BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT

Donald and Bernice Krueger report the birth of a new great-grandson, Zachary William Bakken, born on February 29. Parents are Julie and Marlin Bakken; grandparents are Bob and Eve Krueger, all of Deer Park.

LLL CONVENTION IN KENTUCKY

The Lutheran Laymen’s League 91st international convention will be held in Lextionton, Kentucky on July 24 to 27, 2008. The theme is “Live by the Spirit” from Galatians 5, v16. Guest speaker will be Pat Day, most accomplished horse jockey in North American history. He will tell how he turned from a life of alcohol and cocaine after hearing the Gospel and realizing he needed a Savior. Other uplifting events will be the Lutheran Hour Rally, devotions, worship services and outreach training workshops. Registration information can be found in the Lutheran Layman magazine or can be made on-line, or contact Floyd & Adeline Scheunemann at 6785 North Road, Vesper, WI 54489 or call 715-569-4474 or e-mail at faschnn@tds.net. If you would like to take a bus tour to and from the convention, which includes transportation from Wausau, 2 nights lodging with breakfast buffet, Beef n Boards dinner theater, Kentucky Horse Park admission, Creation Museum admission, Fair Oaks Farms with lunch, all taxes and gratuities on included items, send a downpayment of $75 per person by June 8. Make checks payable to Progressive Travel and mail to B3872 Hwy 13, Spencer, WI 54479. Please note on your check that payment is for the LLL trip. Cost per person $449/double; $429/triple; $419 quad; $529 single. Tour does not include the cost of convention and the 3 nights lodging for the convention or anything of a personal nature. For more information on any of the above, conact Yvonne Fouks at 263-2947 or yvonne@fouks.net. or check the bulletin boards at the churches.

WHEN YOU THOUGHT I WASN’T LOOKING

...... I saw you hang my first painting on the refrigerator, and I immediately wanted to paint another one.
...... I saw you feed a stray cat, and I learned that it was good to be kind to animals.
...... I saw you make my favorite cake for me, and I learned that the little things can be the special things in life.
...... I heard you say a prayer, and I knew that there is a God I could always talk to, and I learned to trust in Him.
...... I saw you make a meal and take it to a friend who was sick, and I learned that we all have to help take care of each other.
...... I saw you give of your time and money to help people who had nothing, and I learned that those who have something should give to those who don’t.
...... I saw you take care of our house and everyone in it, and I learned we have to take care of what we are given.
...... I saw how you handled your responsibilities, even when you didn’t feel good, and I learned that I would have to be responsible when I grow up.
...... I saw tears come from your eyes, and I learned that sometimes things hurt, but it’s all right to cry.
...... I saw that you cared, and I wanted to be everything that I could be.
...... I learned most of life’s lessons that I need to know to be a good and productive person when I grow up.
...... I looked at you and wanted to say, ‘Thanks for all the things I saw when you thought I wasn’t looking.’

Each of us influences the life of a child. Someone is watching you. Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly, leave the rest to God.

Sunday School Closing
On Mother's Day the Sunday School at St. Paul's closed for summer vacation. The children sang for Mother's Day and received awards during the church service.

St. Paul Lutheran Church

Pastor Voth
Daniel C. Voth, Pastor

Listen to Pastor Dan's
Memorial Day 2005 prayer
(2 minutes 33 seconds).

Lutheran Church Sign

Email for latest church information: splcdp@amerytel.net

St. Johns Lutheran

St. John's Lutheran Church
Forest, Wisconsin
Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m.
Sunday School after worship service
Daniel C. Voth, Pastor

More St. Paul Lutheran Links
Lutheran Church 2006 Highlights
Lutheran Church 2005 Highlights
Lutheran Church 2004 Highlights
 
Biographical sketch of Pastor Voth
 
. Listen to Pastor Coppersmith's Memorial Day 2003 address.
(8 min 53 sec)
Real Audio with photos at Calvary Cemetery.
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Memorial Day 2003 at Calvary Cemetery with Pastor Coppersmith
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