August 1, 2021
Bethesda & Immanuel Lutheran Newsletter
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Sunday Worship
Mary Meierotto S.A.M.
In-person Services
Bethesda Lutheran 8:30am
Immanuel Lutheran 11am
Contact:
Mary:
715-209-0900
715-779-3257
Parish Office:
715-779-5611
Immanuel:
715-742-3440
Links
Brick Ministries
Reconciling in Christ
Devotions
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Recently you received a letter from the church urging people to come back to worship. After this weekend and the surge of this new variant I am sorry I sent the letter and apologize. Our guidelines for worship will change this Sunday, August 1. Details below.
This weekend I had a friend on Madeline Island who tested positive for Covid-19. She is in her 30's and was vaccinated in February. She was sick enough to say, "I am very sick and can't imagine how sick I would have become without the vaccination."
If you are hesitant to get the vaccine please read the articles below.
COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: 12 Things You Need to Know
Benefits of Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
Why get vaccinated?
What does the Bible say:
1 Corinthians 12:14•
For the body is not one member, but many.
The body of Christ, or the people that are the whole of humanity, are a team. The body is not supported by one person, but by all of us. We are one, we are strongest working together in unity. Teamwork is the key to living life in harmony, so that we can do God's will.
Philippians 2:3-4 –
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.”
Love Thy Neighbors, Get Vaccinated
· Anyone on or off Facebook
The Red Cliff Health Division is hosting a free walk-in vaccine clinic at the Red Cliff Community Health Center on:
Tuesday August 3, 2021 from 12:00-6:00 PM.
No appointments are needed.
This is for ages 12 and older.
Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson
vaccines will be available.
The Red Cliff Community Health Center is located at 36745 Aiken Rd.
If you have any questions please call Heidi Bresette at 715-779-3707 extension 2261.
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Sunday Worship is still in-person
8:30 AM Bethesda
11:00 AM Immanuel
**Also available live stream on Facebook
Your council leaders of Bethesda and Immanuel have unanimously agreed on the following guidelines beginning Sunday, August 1.
- Masks are required wether you are vaccinated or not.
- Social Distancing.
- There will be no singing but the hymns will be a time for meditation/contemplation.
- No Communion
- Windows will be open
- No Fellowship following the worship.
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Council Meetings
August 12th
July Immanuel Minutes
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Mutual Ministry
August 11th 6:30 PM
JOY
August 4th 6:30 PM
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Women's Gather on Zoom August, 11th 9:30 AM
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Meeting ID: 860 6837 4823 Passcode: 419919
Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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Retired Old Men Eat Out
Every Friday at 8:00 AM
Meet at Cornucopia Coffee Shop
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Lake Superior Bridge Builders
Tuesdays 7:00 PM
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Meeting ID: 812 1484 1692 Passcode: 948203
Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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Hello everyone,
I’m Mary Johnson and I’m the new Office Manager for Bethesda and Immanuel Lutheran Churches. I wanted to introduce myself to everyone so you can get to know a little about me. I look forward to meeting more of you as time allows and our paths cross in the church.
I am fairly new to the Bayfield area and have lived in the Washburn area for almost 2 years. Prior to that, I had been living and working in Minnesota for a few years. In my “past life” I worked as an executive administrator for community colleges (in the Minnesota) and at a tribal college in Nebraska for many years before that. I am originally from Nebraska and lived and worked on my home reservation, the Santee Sioux Nation, for about 12 years before moving to Minnesota. I worked most of my career in Higher Education, first as a college English Instructor before moving into administration, but the years of the heavy grind and hectic schedules made me realize there is more to life than working in an office and sitting at a desk. I miss the value of the work I was able to do in Education, but am quite happy having slowed things down and taking time for myself and enjoying life!
I’m happy being here part-time and helping out where I can! In addition, I do some part-time work for Bayfield County Extension… and bartend on the occasional night as well. I also love that I can bring my dog, Nahla, with me to work sometimes. 😊 She is a sweety, and super shy. She got used to me being home most of this last year during COVID and is having some separation anxiety now that the world is sort of returning to normal.
Feel free to stop by and say hello!
Mary
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The Book of Joy:
Lasting Happiness in a Changing World
by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu
Mondays 1:00 PM
ID: 851 3905 2851 PW: 467574
Thank you to Sheryl and Marty Burkel for their Thrivent Action Team card that will enable us to purchase the books.
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Non-Denominational Meditation Group
Mondays 11am
Starting Aug. 2nd
Bethesda Lutheran Church Sanctuary
A new non-denominational meditation group will begin August 2nd and meet every Monday morning in the Bayfield Bethesda Lutheran Church sanctuary between 11 - 11:30am beginning Aug. 2nd. Anyone new to meditation may want to arrive by 10:45 to discuss the practice or ask questions. Meditation can assist in gaining a new perspective on stress, increase mindfulness, and reduce negative emotions.
Everyone is welcome. You may bring a poem to share or a short inspirational reading. We’ll sit quietly together for thirty minutes in a pew or bring your meditation cushion. Then, for those who have time, we’ll move into the common room for a cup of coffee or tea and some discussion.
Masks are required vaccinated or not,
and social distancing.
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Chair Yoga Class
Beginning Sept. 17th at 9am
Bethesda Lutheran Church
Community Room
Join us starting Sept. 17th for Chair Yoga! This class is for everyone regardless of previous yoga experience. We will start with the basic sun salutation and continue week after week to add additional poses.
If you prefer not to use a chair and can sit on the floor, that is your option to do so. If you have a yoga mat, please bring it.
Yoga can increase flexibility, the ability to bend, twist, stretch and move freely. We will be working toward balance, strength and flexibility.
Pre-registration is required and those attending this class should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To register for the class email Sandy Brue at sbrue123@gmail.com or call 502.693.3977.
This class will require a mask wether or not you are vaccinated and also depending on what is happening with Covid at this time may be canceled.
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New information
is Red
If you would like to be added to the list please contact me
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Pavel, Alla, Oliver, Victoria, and ?
Prayers for our Russian family seeking asylum and all the many things that go with trying to find peace and safety. The family is all moved in the lower level of the church and the family is expanding. Alla is pregnant and due in January. What a blessing for us to be accompanying this family on their journey.
P.O. Box 724
Bayfield, WI 54814
Bill Compton
715-779-5406
85175 Trailer Court Road
Bayfield, WI 54814
Ruthann Compton
is at the "Oaks" in Washburn. She loves visitors and cards.
218-522-8875
702 Bratley Drive
Washburn, WI 54891
Marty Burkel
Marty will be having valve surgery for his heart August 8 in Madison.
715-209-5250
P.O. Box 1284
Bayfield, WI 54814
Shirley Hansen
Prayers for Shirley as she moves on from the house that Hans built for them in 1972. Shirley is not moving far, but we all know that moving is not easy. Keep Shirley in your prayers.
715-779-3356
712 Wilson Avenue
Bayfield, WI 54814
Pastor Larry & Lana Jorstad
Prayers as they prepare this Fall to move to the Minneapolis community near their children.
715-779-3981
Celebration Of Life
Betty Ostrom - September 9
Marilyn Larsen - October 23
Community
Bill Peterson
Bill is struggling with Parkinson's. If you have the time he sure would appreciate a call or card and of course your prayers.
651-270-1876
Walker Methodist Care Suites
7400 York Avenue South
Edina, MN 55435
Cass Joy
Recently diagnosed with lymphoma.
Barb Spencer
Margaret Roemhild
715-779-3480
1011 Manypenny Avenue
Bayfield, WI 54814
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Ralph and Eve Erickson
Ralph continues to struggle as his Parkinson Disease advances.
715-742-3494
P.O. Box 96
Cornucopia, WI 54827
Judy Del Main
Judy is at home. The family is able to help Judy and Kermit at this time. If there is anything we can help with, besides prayer we will let you know.
715-742-3432
P.O. Box 123
Cornucopia, WI 54827
Beverly Buck
715-682-8172
Court Manor
c/o Beverly Buck
911 3rd Street West
Ashland, WI 54806
Wilma Lamken
715-373-6458
702 Bratley Drive
Washburn, WI 54891
Wally and Colleen Nozal
715-742-3450
PO Box 341
Cornucopia, WI 54827
Lois Osterberg
715-742-3290
PO Box 238
Cornucopia, WI 54827
Yvette Fleming
715-742-3427
P.O. Box 225
Cornucopia, WI 54827
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South Shore Quilters Rummage Sale
Saturday, August 14th
The rummage sale will be held during Corny Days, in of course, Cornucopia!
We are currently collecting donations of useful and fun items that are clean and in good condition. We have a somewhat limited amount of space, so we are looking for "smallish' items such as home decor, kitchen tools, dishes, books, toys, games, puzzles, costume jewelry, hobby and craft items, lamps, smaller household items, outdoor tools, and other things in that size range. Unfortunately, we don't have room for big items such as furniture and items of that size.
Please bring your items to Bethesda or Immanuel before Wednesday, August 11th.
Thank you for your support of our quilt ministry!
~The South Shore Quilters
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Next
Native American and Lutheran Worship Service
Sunday, August 15
as we welcome Dee Sweet
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Joint Bethesda & Immanuel Picnic
Sunday, August 29th
starting at 3pm
Little Sand Bay
Join us Sunday the 29th for an afternoon picnic at Little Sand Bay Recreation area. The evening will conclude with Holden Evening Prayer Service.
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Immanuel Lutheran Church Ice Cream Social
Thank you to everyone for making it a success!
The Sundae Fundraiser in Corny raised $1,015 for the South Shore Quilters!
Thank you to Eve Erickson and Karen Novachek for organizing the event and all of the smiling volunteers who contributed amazing homemade toppings and scooped until they drooped on this very hot day!
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Karen Novachek, one of our fearless leaders at the Sundae Social (left).
Jeff Stark managing the cash (bottom left)
Leanne Homa, one of the many scoopers (bottom right)
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August Birthdays
Mike Cyr 8/1
Charles Meierotto 8/1
Mike Buccanero 8/2
Carol Lyon 8/5
Herbert Lyon 8/5
Sandy Brue 8/6
Gary Johnson 8/8
Karen Gainey 8/9
Mary Ekelund 8/10
Jeanna Morshead-Metelica 8/10
Viktoriia Rychagova 8/11
Kelly Faye 8/16
Michael Herrick 8/17
Lorayne Reedy 8/17
Wally Nozal 8/21
Darlene Hanson 8/22
John Klungness 8/23
Peter Georgeson 8/27
Larry Meierotto 8/31
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Anniversaries
1 - Randy & Sharon Bestul (40 years)
1 - Wally & Colleen Nozal (57 years)
1 - Chuck & Marcia Perry (29 years)
7 - Mike & Beverly Cyr (6 years)
7 - Ronald & Pamela Nylander (56 years)
8 - Herb & Jan Japs (51 yrs)
10 - Gina & John Emily (14 years)
11 - Michael & Jane Herrick (49 years)
14 - Allan & Lorayne Reedy (56 years)
27 - Richard & Bev Mueller (39 years)
31-Dean & Sarah Rau (19 years)
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Special Olympics Women Empowering the World
When I was a kid, we loved watching the Olympics in my family. We watched it Open to Closing Ceremonies and just about everything in between. As the Tokyo Olympics have started, I was looking for an inspirational video to highlight athletes and the dreams and motivations for competing. In doing so, I came across this video... while, it is not about the Tokyo Olympics, it is a wonderful video that highlights women across the globe competing in the Special Olympics. There is the spirit of an athlete, a competitor, and a fighter in all of us.
~Mary J.
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