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"Welcome to the Advocate!"
A publication of celebrations and happenings in the lives of CTK family and friends. Formerly, the Advocate was a printed newsletter with church information. This Advocate (will be printed for those who would like it) will summarize what's happened, and give a preview to new events coming your way! So keep a lookout for the publication every 1st of the month. Birthdays and Anniversaries are near the bottom!
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Perspective
Glance at the photo. What do you see? How does it make you feel?
Depending on the day, circumstances, or our mood, each may see something different. One day, it may be the bumpy path to the overlook. Another, it’s the baby blue sky with the pillowy clouds. The green trees—perhaps it is still summer—yet, wait—the tips are turning yellow. Could it be fall? And the water—is it still or are there ripples moving life downstream? It depends on one’s perspective, on what we choose to focus. The water scaping the land, surrounded by sloughs, and lakes, leading to a dam. On our recent trip to Minnesota, at this overlook in Alma, and the mighty Mississippi below, I got a glimpse of God’s shalom.
Isn’t it amazing how God meets us in so many ways—like nature? And how each one’s perspective can differ when looking at the same view? God has created each of us unique and in God’s image. CTK is blessed with the many perspectives, ideas, and gifts of each of you! And when a community, shares our differences, lives authentically as ourselves, lifts one another up, and respectfully dialogue then we grow together and get a glimpse of God’s shalom.
Shalom,
Pastor Jackie
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President's Report - Sept. 2022
.......Focus on Faith and the Rest Falls into Place....Last Fall I was graced with the opportunity to share a message at a Temple Talk to the congregation. In that message, I was able to share my thankfulness for the chance to be able to guide, lead and help facilitate change... That still stands. Additionally, I was able to encourage all to embrace change......that is where the calm and comfort is.
After five years of Council Leadership involvement, the time has come for a change for me. It is time to focus on other adventures. Effective the next CTK Annual Meeting, I will be stepping away from Council Leadership. I encourage anyone who has an interest to explore, listen, learn, grow, serve and lead in a Faith based environment to seriously consider stepping up to serve and join the Council Leadrship Team
Submitted by Andy Justman
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Welcome!
Jenny Nettesheim- Our new Faith Formation Coordinator
Jenny first felt a call to ministry in 2017 and is in her second year of seminary at Wartburg Theological Seminary. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in English from UW River Falls and a Master of Science in Counseling and Student Personnel, Professional School Counseling Track from MSU Mankato. She was a school counselor for 19 years before fully accepting God's call.
She and her family live in the town of Erin where they enjoy gardening, raising chickens, playing with their dog and cat and travelling. Jenny, Matt, and their two kids love visiting national parks and camping (as long as it isn't too cold!). Jenny also enjoys reading for pleasure, taking a yoga class, listening to music, and taking her dog, Phoenix for walks.
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PLEASE NOTE: If you see "Message Clipped: View entire message" in this email, that is not the end! There are more announcements!
Click "View entire message" to read more.
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Confirmation/Sunday School Corner
Confirmation will be at church this week with a homework lesson due. If you have not turned in the Information form, please do. The weekly schedule, forms and on-line lessons are found by clicking below.
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Committees/Meetings
Property and Grounds: Mondays at 6:30PM
Re-entry: as needed.
Worship and Music: 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 PM
Executive Team: 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM
Church Council: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM
Education: 3rd Tues. every month
Outreach: 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM
Prayer Shawl Ministry 2nd and 4th Mondays at 1 pm (All knitters welcome!)
Men's Bible Study: Fridays at 7:00 AM
Boys' Breakfast Bible Study: 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 8:00 AM (at CTK & via Zoom)
Al Anon: Monday 6:30 pm
Alcoholics Anonymous every Friday 7:00pm
Oct. 8 CTK Fall Clean up 8am-noon
Oct. 16 Pet Blessing 4:30 pm Outside at CTK community welcome!
Oct 16 and 23*Tenative "Congregation Listening Sessions" only attend 1 session
Oct. 17th and 24th Women of the Torah Bible Study @ 9:30 am Everyone welcome!
Oct 26 & 27 Critter parade All God's Children
Reformation Sunday, October 30th and
Trunk or Treat, more details to come.
Nov . 4 Community Blood Drive 11-4 pm at CTK
Nov. 13 Veterans Day Celebration
Nov. 24 Office Closed For Thanksgiving
Dec 4th and 11 During Sunday School will be Christmas Program Practice
Dec. 18th Sunday School Christmas Program and Happy Birthday Jesus too, Gingerbread Houses AGC
Feel free to attend a committee meeting of your choice to be part of the exciting things happening at CTK!
Please remember events and times are subject to change due to local COVID safety measures.
Please see the CTK calendar on the website for updates!
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Nancy Ganung is in need of ride for appointments in Madison. Dates: Oct 19th, Nov 14th, 15th (overnight stay), & Nov. 23rd. Anyone who can lend a helping hand should call the office or Nancy herself.
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Join us in prayer
Ongoing Prayers: Dave, Eric, Barb C, Pam, Tom M, Dan, Anthony, the family and friends of George, Family and loved ones of Sue P, Family and loved ones of Mark C, Adam and Megan, For all those who grieve, those who suffer from anxiety and depression, all those on hospice and in care facilities.
For Ukraine and the Russian people and Puerto Rico. Bless the work of the Evangelical Lutheran Churches in El Salvador and Tanzania, and their Bishops, Imbaseny parish in Tanzania Serenity Inn, Family Promise, Reformation Lutheran Church, Lutherdale Bible Camp, All God's Children, Mt. Meru Coffee Project & Outreach for Hope Congregations.
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Fall Cleanup this Sat. Oct. 8th! 8am-noon
Everyone is encouraged to participate in the Fall clean cleanup of our church. Dress appropriately and bring any tools you may need. See you there!
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Meet Luna
Pastor Jackie and Randy's new member of the family!
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Knitters wanted!
Our prayer shawl ministry is resuming! Beginning knitters and seasoned knitters all are welcome to join the group. This group provides the blankets that we give to newly baptized members and other great projects. Prayer Shawl Ministry 2nd and 4th Monday at 1:00 pm
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OUTREACH FOR HOPE
2022 Family Ride Run Walk
Success! Exceeded our goal with $636 from CTK.
Thank you to all!
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Volunteers on the Bike trail were Pastor Jackie and Lynn Wadekin. Braving the weather to keep bikers safe at crossings. | |
Marty and Maria Tyksinski got an early start on the walk and greeted others along the way! | |
Jan Guetzke, Maggie Thompson with Chewy (Chewbacca) and Marilyn Short are ready for the morning mist. | |
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JUST TWO WEEKS AWAY! URGENT REQUEST!
Urgent request for chili cooks to provide chili for the Lutheran Campus
Ministry Fall Festival Fundraiser. This is in place of the Chili Cook Off.
Can your congregation please provide a crock pot or two of chili?
Entry form:
https://forms.gle/7HAGYK5GUSxEwPPv5
Gethsemane Lutheran Church
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Community Blood Drive
Daytime Blood Drive on Nov. 4th from 11-4 pm at CTK.
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Join the Faith Coalition Against Sex Trafficking [FCAST] and Be Sill Coffee for community prayer and support for victims and survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking.
Come together with us in prayer to support not only victims and survivors but to give those who are advocates the strength and the wisdom to continue this work.
Location is Mama D's Coffee in Wales. Beverages and bakery will be available before the service until 6:30pm.
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Mt Meru Coffee is returning to CTK in November. Stay tuned for more information | We use Mt Meru Coffee in the church kitchen, for events, and after worship fellowship. Soon we will have it available for monthly purchase at CTK! | |
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Birthdays
Hamilton, Ryan Oct 3
Wierichs, Nancy Oct 5
Guetzke, Janet Oct 7
Passo, Megan Oct 7
Bonesho, Daniel Oct 8
Bewer, Ronald Oct 9
Erdman, Jennifer Oct 10
Tagtow, Ronald Oct 11
Bostrom, Autumn Oct 14
Kroening, Pamela Oct 15
Spencer, Jerry Oct 16
Tagtow, Michelle Oct 17
Ortiz, Ashley Oct 21
Steinbach, Cheryl Oct 21
Gottschalk, Donald Oct 22
Quinlan, Rich Oct 22
Scheid, Joan Oct 23
Rutledge, Richard Oct 24
Wierichs, Robert Oct 24
Coules, Rosemary Oct 25
Schwartz, Julia Oct 25
Wildrick, Brenda Oct 25
Loeffel, Mark Oct 26
Bonesho, Kaitlin Oct 29
Rogers, G. Barry Oct 29
Danielson, Kendall Oct 31
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Ann & Ann Ouradnik 2-Nov
Jackie & Randy Cook 4-Nov
Eric & Jennifer Varrelmann 7-Nov
Mark Ellena & Susan Birdsall 8-Nov
William & Beverly Waltz 9-Nov
Tom & Sue Kohl 11-Nov
Michael & Donna Southard 11-Nov
Brian & Brooke Muente 23-Nov
Jim & Pam Behrend 24-Nov
Mark & Mary Hollister 28-Nov
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FUNERAL PLANNING
Dealing with death and grief over the loss of a loved one is very painful. During such an emotional time, it is hard to make decisions, and yet, there are necessary arrangements that must be made. We can help our loved ones by making some decisions ahead of time about the service.
We hope that the below information both helps and guides you through this difficult time.
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Things to submit to the "Advocate" should be sent to office@ctkdelafield.org by the Oct 20th for Nov. Advocate | |
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Pastor Jackie Cook
Office Coordinator - Maggie Thompson
Music Director - Maria Tyksinski
Faith Formation-Jenny Nettesheim
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Office hours:
Mon. - Thurs 9am-3pm
Friday 9 am - noon
Worship Sundays at 9 am
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