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The Chamberlain View
United Church of Christ
Chamberlain, South Dakota
February 2015
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Pastor’s Column
Church news
Church Leadership
Announcement’s & thank
you’s
Birthdays and
Anniversaries
In our Thoughts and Prayers
~The family and
friends of Ellis Carr
~Diane Philen
~Gail Danhour
~Gabby Lynch
~The family & friends
of Jimmi VanGerpen
~Jean Cozine
~Lois Hrabe
~Gunner Olesen
~Suzy Homan
~Rev. Don
Stoebner
~Lindy Graves
trustee report & bill list
Calendar & Board notes
February Suggested Scripture
Reminder...the
“Birthdays of the
month” are honored
at the pot luck
dinners on the 3rd
Sunday every month.
You are always
Welcome to join!
CONTACT YOUR CHURCH
P.O. Box 238
107 N. Merrill Street
Chamberlain, SD 57325
(605) 234-5202
ucc@midstatesd.net
www.chamberlainucc.org
Fax (605) 234-5212
Parsonage: (605) 234-4004
Feb. 1~ Deut 18:15-20, Ps 111, I Cor 8:1-13, Mk 1:21-28
Feb. 8~ Isa 40:21-31, Ps 147:1-11, 20c, I Cor 9:16-23, Mk
1:29-39
Feb. 15~ II Kings 2:1-12, Ps 50:1-6, II Cor 4:3-6, Mk 9:2-9
Feb. 22~ Gen 9:8-17, Ps 25:1-10, I Peter 3:18-22, Mark 1:915
HELP WANTED
The church is in need of a part-time custodian
starting March 15th. The custodian works as an
independent contractor paid monthly. If you are
interested in this position please send a written
request to:
APPLICATIONS: UCC (i.c.o Trustees)
PO Box 238
Chamberlain, SD 57235
Requests will be opened at the March 4th trustee
meeting. If you have any questions please call
Merrill Karlen at 605.730.5640 or email him at
kkarlen@yahoo.com
A job description can be seen on the bulletin
board. Thank you!
: Times and Seasons
with Pastor Jim
February 2015
Greetings! February. The shortest month of the year, and the favorite of very few. Most of us are anxious for Spring, tired of Winter, looking forward to more daylight and warmer temperatures. February just seems
like a holding time, waiting for all these things to begin happening. So what do we have to look forward to this
month?
Well, first of all, on Sunday, February 1st, our Middle School and High School youth will be leading the
worship service. They are excited (and a little nervous) about doing this, and I am excited to be there. They will
also be serving a baked spaghetti dinner, with bread and salad (alas, no Chianti – but there will be dessert!) after
the service, so be sure stay afterwards. We promise you’ll be home in time for all the pre-game shows! Please
come and enjoy the service and the food and fellowship afterward.
It is a wonderful thing to see the youth in action, serving the church on this special Sunday.
Ash Wednesday, the day on which the season of Lent begins, is February 18th. We will be having a service and the imposition of ashes that evening at 7 PM. I also hope to begin (with the help of the diaconate board)
a Bible Study series along with a soup supper on Thursday evenings during Lent, beginning February 26. I have
a couple of ideas for topics but haven’t yet made the decision which. I will get the word out as soon as I have
decided. These have been a lot of fun, with lots of good eating, and I hope they have been enlightening.
Before I close this article, I have to commend the Nominating Committee for all of their service in bringing us the wonderful slate of church officers who will be serving this year. This year’s committee consists of
Tracy Burkhard (co-chair), Deb Rinehart (co-chair), Becky Johnson, Todd Priebe, Ruth Blum and Jona Ohm. It
is a tough job, calling and sometimes (too often it seems) hearing the answer “no.” Granted, a “no” is probably
better than a half-hearted commitment, and serving the church is an important commitment, but the Nominating
Committee persevered, and I am so pleased not only with the current leadership but for the new leaders who
have stepped forward and said yes to them and the church.
It occurred to the committee that there is a little uncertainty within the congregation about what each of
these boards and committees do. They thought it might be a nice idea if we could somehow share more of that
information with the congregation.
So to that end, in order for the congregation to be better aware of how the church operates and what our
boards and committees do and are doing, this month we are inaugurating a new column in the newsletter devoted
to sharing this information. Each month, a board or committee will be highlighted. This month, we will be looking at the diaconate board.
A huge thank you to all who have served and are serving the church. You are truly a blessing to me and
to the entire congregation!
Pastor Jim
There are Annual books available at church if you did not receive one.
There is also a more current “Committee Member’s & Nominee’s” list sheet
available and also the Financial secretary’s report (that did not get in the
Annual book.) 48 member’s attended the Annual meeting on Jan. 18th following worship. The meeting was followed by a carry in dinner. Thank you
for attending the meeting!
Helping in February
PASTORAL ACTS
December
The funeral for Jimmi VanGerpen was held on Dec. 27th, 2014.
January
The baptism of Amelia Rose Randall was held on January 25th,
2015.
Coffee Fellowship
The Esther circle
Ushers
Tim Mertz, Julie Mertz,
Jeff Williamson and
Cheri Williamson
Chancel Arrangements
Sally Madison
There are a lot of bowls, pans, lids and containers in the
fellowship hallway...please check to see if any are yours.
Thank you!
UCC at Chamberlain Church Staff and Leadership:
Jim Oleson, Pastor
Lynn Miller, Secretary
Val Moore, Treasurer
Sherry Hansen, Diaconate
Merrill Karlen, Trustee
Jeff Williamson, Moderator
Janeen Story, M.S. youth group
Karol Jo Hendrickson, Choir Director
Jane Cameron, Organist
Kim Phillips, Religious Education
Sandi Knippling, Memorial Committee
Doug Johnson, Pastoral Relations
Lynn Miller, Missions Committee
Patty Juhnke, H.S. youth group
ATTENDENCE REPORT
Just a reminder from the church
office…
When you charge an item at a store for
the church please, please sign your name
and group.
Example: John Doe, Jr. Deacon
You also need to turn in a receipt.
This is for church records and to know
where the amount is to come from.
I appreciate you help in this matter.
Lynn
Date:
Dec. 7
Dec. 14
Dec. 21
Eve 5:30
11pm
Dec. 28
Jan. 4
Jan. 11
Jan. 18
Jan. 25
Attendance:
130
154
84
215
25
57
54
97
87
130
Together We can Build the Bridge for Future Generations
Placerville has a campaign going where you can help! We can give as an individual. We can give as a
church. Supplies and/or skilled labor can be donated. There are many ways to support.
Our challenge; Placerville has many goals one is to build a Lodge that can generate additional income
and to improve road access and develop a maintenance plan.
Placerville began in 1920 and in 1953 became a official state camp. In 2003 the number of campers was
1343 and in 2013 the number was 713! We need camp. It is unique and special in so many ways.
a time and place of connection for generations of families. Time at Placerville Camp allows each person
Birthdays and
Anniversaries
Birthdays
Feb. 1 Ross Graves, Jenny Meyer,
Mikayla Meyer
Feb. 2 Elizabeth Twamley
Feb. 4 Stacey Juhnke
Feb. 6 Dawson Gullickson
Feb. 7 Cindy Selland
Feb. 9 Lesley Burfeindt, Wanda
Pickner, Andrea Schaub, David
Swanson
Feb. 10 Nancy McDonald
Feb. 12 Carol Randall
Feb. 13 Dakota Munger
Feb. 15 Jean Cozine
Feb. 17 Bill Hansen, Mandy Juhnke
Feb. 18 Herman Kriel
Feb. 19 Connie Talich
Feb. 22 Mark Swanson, Brynn
Schaub
Feb. 23 Taylor Sharping
Feb. 25 Quinn Burke, Al Renner
Feb. 27 Ryan Schelske
Feb. 28 Susan Carr
Anniversaries
Feb. 10 Bill and Sherry Hansen
Feb. 19 Jay and Amy Blum
The Cookie Sale Committee would like
to express their thanks to all of the
women who donated to the success of
our annual fundraiser! $760 was
made, which went to the Women’s
Fellowship for future project’s. The
wreath raffle was won by Amy Blum
and the Christmas table runner was
won by Florine Glaus.
Thanks again!
Renee Schaub
We Are The Church!
Meet the Diaconate
The ancient offices of deacon and deaconess
have their origin in the New Testament. In Romans 16:1,
a woman named Phoebe is identified as a deaconess in
the church at Cenchreae, and the story of the first deacon in the church at Jerusalem is found in Acts 6:1-6.
The word deacon (and the female version deaconess)
comes from the Greek word diakoneo, which means “to
serve.”
The Diaconate Board has twelve members
(twelve is a very Biblical number – twelve disciples,
twelve tribes of Israel, etc.), six women and six men.
They serve for a term of three years. Our members this
year are Sherry Hansen (chair), Doris Dominiack (vice
chair), Trevor McDonald (secretary), Dayle Chilson
(treasurer), Mike Chilson, Gary Biskeborn, Brett Brown,
Louie Bergner, Kenny Heuther, Liza Oleson, Carol Randall, and Justina Springer.
Two Junior Deacons (Parker Evans, Cole
Schelske) and two Junior Deaconesses (currently only
Brett Story – we are still looking for a second Jr. Deaconess) are also on the Board. They serve a term of two
years.
The Diaconate Board meets on the third
Wednesday of the month at 6 PM.
You will most often see the diaconate in action
on communion Sunday, where they prepare and serve
the elements to the congregation. You will also see them
at our Bible Study and Soup Suppers sessions held,
mostly on Thursday evenings, several times throughout
the year. They also help coordinate and make happen
the Easter Sunrise service and our other outdoor worship
services.
The Diaconate are called to “take heed to the
high calling of their office to guard faithfully all the spiritual interests of the church. They shall maintain order in
the House of God, visit the sick, ministering to the edification and comfort of all. They shall assist the pastor in the
plans for worship, meeting the spiritual needs of the people and in the preparation and administration of the Sacraments.”
The Diaconate also keep the membership rolls in
order, and have their own funds which are used to aid
local families who might have personal needs or to aid
other people in cases of emergency.
So when you see those folks preparing and serving communion, know that this is one of the duties you
have called them to as members of the diaconate. Be
sure to thank them for their service.
If you interested in learning more about the diaconate, or would like to become a member of this board,
please contact one of the members or Pastor Jim.
The UCC RE Board meeting met 1/18/15 at 9:30 am.
Youth Sunday is February 1st. Patty Juhnke will send a note to the youth group kids about this.
There is no Sunday School on February 15th.
Kim informed about when the kids will be singing. Those dates are February 22nd, March 29th, and May 3rd.
May 3rd is also the last day of Sunday school and we will recognize all the teaching staff this Sunday too. This is
also the Sunday we recognize our two Graduates, Colton Burke and Mandy Juhnke. Holly said she would contact
their families and inform them of this recognition.
May 24th has been slated for Confirmation.
Chamberlain Elementary thanked our Sunday School classes for the hats and mittens we collected during our fall
drive.
Kim informed that spring curriculum is ordered.
MiKayla Meyer took inventory of our Sunday school supplies. We are low, or out of several items and wondered
if we could ask for donations from the congregation for the following. We thought an announcement in church
and also including it in the newsletter would be effective:
Pencil sharpener's, Pens, tape, Markers (washable,) Staples, Kleenex, Disinfecting Wipes and glue sticks.
VBS: Holly has graciously agreed to HELP head up 2015 VBS. She will be asking for assistance. Janeen told the
board she will assist in whatever we need and answer any questions we may have. She has also volunteered to
teach one class. We talked about what VBS kit we were going to use: “Everest, Conquering Challenges with
God's Mighty Power” and Lynn has ordered it. No date has been set for VBS, as we are discussing all possibilities
and also need to see if Trinity is interested in participating again. It was discussed to approach Trinity, if they
choose to participate, that they help out financially and perhaps supply more teachers. Right now, they supply the
snack. Holly inquired about a stage that was once used for the Christmas program and for VBS? It helped the
crowd be able to see the kids better. We discussed using it for VBS if we still have it.
The meeting was adjourned. We will meet February 22nd at 9:30 in the Fireside room.
Becky Rose
Diaconate Board Meeting Minutes-Nov 19, 2014
Present: Jeff & Cheryl Williamson, Mike Chilson, Trevor McDonald, Doris Dominiack, Brett Brown, Pastor Oleson, Tim Pringle, and Sherry Hansen
Absent: Dayle Chilson, Justina Springer, Parker Evans (Jr. Deacon) and Brett
Storey (Junior Deacon)
Pastor opened with prayer.
The minutes of Oct 15, 2014 were read by Trevor. Mike motioned and Jeff
seconded to approve motion passed.
December Communion: Tim, Cheryl, Jeff and Dayle
OLD BUSINESS: New popcorn for visitors is at the church and labels placed
on them. Doris will present for the diaconate at the baptism of Presley Jo
Dominiack.
NEW BUSINESS: Donations from the Bible Study was $116. Mike mentioned
Dayle can get the emails of the Junior Deacons to assist in contacting
them. Setting up the Nativity set will be November 29th at 1pm.
Mike motioned to adjourn Jeff seconded motion passed.
Respectfully Submitted,
Trevor McDonald, Secretary
February 2015
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sanford service at 2
pm
2
1
9:30 am Sunday
school
10:30 am Youth Worship
4
5
6
10
11
12
13
14
Happy Valentine’s
Day!
19
20
21
11:30 youth dinner
8
9:30 am Sunday
school
10:30 am Worshipofficer installation
11:30 coffee fell.
9
16
22
9:30 am Sunday
school , RE meets
10:30 am worship
11:30 coffee
Fellowship
March 1
9:30 am Sunday
school
10:30 am Worship
11:30 coffee fellowship
Jr high y.g.
6:30
Confirmation 6:45,
choir
Youth group
lock in
6:45 confirmation
choir
Regency
services at
1:30
15
9:30 am Sunday
school
10:30 am worship
service
11:30 carry-in dinner
7
3
17
Diaconate
6 pm
18
23
24
25
Missions
5:00
Confirmation 6:45
Choir 7:30
26
27
28
2
3
4
Trustees
5:30
5
6
7
Ash
Wednesday
Services at
7 pm
Confirmation
6:45
Choir 7:30
United Church of Christ
107 North Merrill
P.O. Box 238
Chamberlain, SD 57325
(605) 234-5202
Non-Profit
Organization
U.S. Postage Paid
Chamberlain, SD
Permit #6
Return service requested
Congratulation’s to both
families!
It’s A Girl!
Gretchen Jaclen
Was born on
November 20, 2014
The proud parent’s are
Grant & Jessica
Christensen
It’s A Girl!
Amelia Rose was born on
December 11, 2014
Her proud parent’s are
Bart & MaKaela Randall
and Amelia’s proud sister’s
are Emberly & Ella
Congratulation’s to both
families!
Jan. 7th, 2015 Trustee Meeting Notes
Present: Pastor Jim, Tom Stone, Merrill Karlen, Steve Dominiack, and Chris Phillips
Absent: Al Renner, John Blum, Carson Pringle & Jerad Evans
Pastor began the meeting with a prayer and Merrill called the meeting to order. Motions were made by Steve and Tom to approve the Dec. meeting notes, carried. Motions were made by Tom and Chris to approve the Dec. bill list, carried. Motions were
made by Chris and Steve to approve the financial report, carried.
Old Business: The 2015 budget was approved with the exception of changing the CUE payment to $600 from $1200.00. Tom
made the motion and Chris made the second, carried. Steve talked to Bill Shepherd about the north/south entry lights. Three
lights would cost approximately $450.00. The lights are LED so they will run very efficiently. Chris made a motion to have Bill
install the lights and Tom made the second, carried. The trustees wrote and approved a letter to send to the custodian giving
him 60 days notice to end his contract. This was a consensus decision made by all the trustees. Further discussion was held
about the endowment funds. Pastor will check with Susan Turve and see if she could travel to Chamberlain and visit with the
trustees.
New Business: No new business.
The meeting was adjourned by Tom and seconded by Chris.
The next meeting was set for Wed. Jan. 28th, 2015 at 5:30 pm in the church library.
Lynn Miller, secretary
10411 James Oleson
10412 Tim Johnson
10412 Tim Johnson
1041 Jane Cameron
10414 Lynn Miller
10415 Midstate Comm.
10415 Midstate Comm.
10416 Burke Oil
10416 Burke Oil
10417 Office Products
10418 Northwest Energy
10418 Northwest Energy
10419 Servall
10420 Dakota Milestones
10421 Steckelberg's
10421 Steckelberg's
10422 CFC
10422 CFC
10423 Cedar Shore
10424 The Pension Boards
10424 The Pension Boards
10424 The Pension Boards
10424 The Pension Boards
10425 OPIE
10429 Diaconate Fund
10427 Hickey Heating
10428 SD Conference
10428 SD Conference
10428 SD Conference
EFT US Treasury
TOTALS
Dec. payroll
custodian
Van Gerpen funeral
organist
secretary
parsonage
church
parsonage
church
paper, contrat
parsonage
church
church rugs
mailing
parsonage
church
Missions-family food
church supplies
diaconate-cheese plate
employer dues
dental
life/disability
health
winterize sprinklers
1/2 Eve offering
church furnace
OCWM
Placerville
Vetrans of the Cross
IRS deposit
GENERAL
2,977.68
400.00
75.00
588.51
140.35
115.80
467.08
1,966.50
118.55
128.27
383.72
37.02
69.85
18.36
28.28
124.53
6.14
72.00
1,478.75
236.25
158.44
4,272.00
95.40
1,383.64
667.00
50.00
1,383.64
132.47
17,575.23
BUILDING
MUSIC
228.58
2,296.21
2,296.21
72.84
301.42
TOTAL
2,977.68
400.00
75.00
228.58
588.51
140.35
115.80
467.08
1,966.50
118.55
128.27
383.72
37.02
69.85
18.36
28.28
124.53
6.14
72.00
1,478.75
236.25
158.44
4,272.00
95.40
1,383.64
2,296.21
667.00
50.00
1,383.64
205.31
20,172.86