Author: Missy

Big Bend Lutheran Church
Milan, Minnesota

September
2019

Greetings from Vicar Gwen Evens

Grace and Peace to you from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen
I want to thank you all for being so gracious and allowing me this opportunity to serve you all at Big Bend. These last 9 months have been so full of new friends and I just wish you all the best in the days, weeks and months to come. I will be praying for you and Big Bend as you transition into what Big Bend will become.
Always know that a piece of my heart will always be with you all.
God Bless,
Vicar Gwen

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
1 12th after Pentecost-Green / Lakeside Worship at Milan Beach Resort 9:00 a	2	3	4 / WELCA Bd. Meeting 9 a	5	6	7
8 13th after Pentecost-Green / Sunday school 8:45 a / Confirmation 8:45 a / Worship, Communion 10:00 a / Potluck following worship / Council Meeting 11:00 a	9	10	11 / Do-Day 9 a	12	13	14
15 14th after Pentecost-Green / Sunday school 8:45 a / Confirmation 8:45 a / Worship 10:00 a / Council meeting 11:00 a	16	17	18 / Love circle 9 a	19	20	21
22 15th after Pentecost-Green / Sunday school 8:45 a / Confirmation 8:45 a / Worship 10:00 a	23	24	25 / Do-day 9 a	26	27	28
29 16th after Pentecost-Green / Sunday school 8:45 a / Confirmation 8:45 a / Worship 10:00 a	30	***Note worship time changes	to 10 am on / September 8th			Big Bend Lutheran Church

SEPTEMBER 2019

MI$$ION $UPPORT

September’s Mission Support offering (September 8th) will go to Appleton-Milan Elementary School’s FLY (Food for our Learning Youth) Backpack Program. It provides bags of food for the weekend for those who would otherwise go without. Average cost of the bag is between $4 and $5 and typically contains 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 fruit/snack items.
The offering plate for this will be the at the doorway to the sanctuary where you can leave your donation. Thanks in advance for your generosity and thoughtfulness!

BBLC Mission Statement
Our purpose as the Christian community at Big Bend Lutheran Church is to feed the body, mind and spirit.

Prayers for recovered health for: Darrell Anderson, Tim Lea, Mark Olson, Tony Roiland, Jerry Tvedt, Renay Gunderson and those we name in our hearts.
Prayers of support for: the family of Thomas Benson and all those who have lost loved ones.
Prayers of thanksgiving for: the baptism of Mack Richard Macziewski on August 25 and for all God’s blessings.
Names on prayer list will remain on one month and then removed. Family & friends can request longer time frame. Please contact Beatrice Olson

In our prayers...

Clothing Drive
We will be collecting gently used clothing for all ages and all seasons. Especially needed are items for homeless youth ages 8 to 12.

2- Warrick Ellingson
Lane Schulz
7- Adrian Golden
Aurora Piotter-Smith
9- Coleen Wagner
10- Tim Welling
12- John G. Gunderson
14- Breanna Welling
15- Palmer Gilsrud
16- Kooper Hagen
16- David C. Olson
16-Wyonne Norby
18- Keith Berven Madisen Wieber
20- Brian Cordie
22- Justin Schulz Kayla Torgelson
23- John Sandven Micaela Erickson
24- Dylan Erickson
25- Ellie Jacobs Wes Thompson
26- Wayne Golden Janell Welling
27- Lyle Larson
28- Justin Ochsendorf
29- John Golden

Financial Report
July income: $10,741.95
July expenses: $8,754.33
Balance: Negative - ($9,015.87)
If you would like to start giving electronically, please contact the church office.
Prayers and offerings welcome year round!

September Shepherding families ~ Group 1

Deacon of the Month - Kirk Sandven

A
Darrell & Evie Anderson
Mike & Kelly Anderson
Derek Anderson
Travis Anderson
B
Tom Barduson
Carmen BeMiller
Steve & Cathy Buelow
D
Neil & Cheri Dvorak
Blaine Dvorak
Cody Dvorak
E
Glenn Erickson
Jeff & Kriste Erickson
Micaela Erickson
Dylan Erickson
G
Justin & Adrian Golden
Jeremy Goulet & Teresa Geyer, Easton Goulet
Arlow & Jane Grant
Kevin Grant
Michael Grant
H
Scott & Bonnie Haugen
Kate Haugen
J
Tom Jacobs
Brett Jacobs
Sarah Jensen
InaMae Johnson
K
Eric Keifer
Ryan Keifer
L
Chelsea Lundberg,
Adeline & Skylar
Rod & Sandy Lye
Jed Lye
Sam & Rocky Lye
Tom & Kelsi Lye
Bennett & Joanna
M
Diana Macziewski
Aubrey & Mack
Rick Molden
N
Dave & Barb Niemand
O
Beatrice Olson
Delane & Judy Olson
Alyssa Olson
Oliver
Gary & Sandy Olson
Brittany Olson
Katey Olson
Tom D. & Becky Olson
Tanner Olson
Cody Olson
Ali
Seth Olson
Eric & Angie Overlie
Chloe Overlie
P
Kelsey Primus
R
Peter Roiland
Tony Roiland
Joshua Roiland
S
Cole Sandven
Dick Sandven
Kirk & Wendy Sandven,
Tyra Sandven
Ken & Dorene Schmitz
Derek & Melissa Schmitz
Riley, Kylie
Justin Schulz & Angela Hood
Tyler & Lane
T
Wesley & Dorraine Thompson
V
Kevin & Kim Voorhees
Kaylee Voorhees
Cole Voorhees
Eldon Voorhees
W
Madisen Wieber
Maranda Wieber
Matthew Wieber

Baby Shower Tea Party

IN HONOR OF
Rebekkah Jade Schwenk
Saturday, October 05 2019
FROM ONE TO THREE IN THE AFTERNOON
PLEASE BRING A BOOK INSTEAD OF A CARD.
BY SIGNING YOUR NAME, WE’LL REMEMBER AND SHARE YOUR SPECIAL GIFT EVEN WHEN YOU’RE NOT THERE.
REGISTRY AT TARGET & AMAZON

Rally Sunday
September 8, 2019
Sunday school - 8:45 am
Confirmation class - 8:45 am
Worship with Communion - 10:00 am
Sunday School Promotion and Presentation of Bibles to 7th graders
Potluck fellowship meal will follow worship. Please bring a dish to pass. Sloppy joes, chips and beans provided by the Sunday School.

Big Bend Lutheran Church Council Minutes - August 4, 2019

Big Bend Lutheran Church council meeting was called to order on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 10:30 am by President Tim Welling.
Members present were: Tim Welling, Mike Anderson, Heather Scott, Gary Olson, Dianne Welling, Adrian Golden, Jen Berven, Heather Piotter, Angela Hood, Dave Moe, and Waunita Kanten.
Secretary’s report: Was read by secretary, Dianne Welling. A motion was made by Mike Anderson and seconded by Gary Olson to accept the report as read. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s report: Was presented. A motion was made by Heather Piotter and seconded by Adrian Golden to accept the Treasurer’s report as printed. Motion carried.
Vicar Gwen’s report: Visits in Montevideo and Appleton; attended text study; and worship services.
Old business: Prayer garden has been up graded and looks great.
New business: Results of the questionnaire that was handed out at the congregational meeting.
Should Big Bend Lutheran Church continue as it is until the end of the year with Vicar Gwen and then see where we stand financially? (9) yes; (24) no; and (2) maybe
Should Big Bend Lutheran Church eliminate the vicar program immediately which would terminate Vicar Gwen’s position? (23) yes; (7) no; (4) maybe
Should Big Bend Lutheran Church go to pulpit supply on Sundays? (22) yes; (7) no; (4) maybe
Is Big Bend Lutheran Church ready to consider pairing with another congregation in the area? What Congregation would you consider pairing with? (22) yes; (9) no; (3) maybe. The churches were Milan (11); Milan/Watson (3); Watson (1)
Is Big Bend Lutheran Church ready to close the doors? (0) yes; (34) no; (2) maybe
After considering the results of the congregational meeting questionnaire, a motion was made by Heather Piotter and seconded by Mike Anderson to read the terms of the termination letter which would be presented. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Gary Olson and seconded by Heather Scott to present the termination letter of employment to Vicar Gwen Evens per her contract with Big Bend Lutheran Church which is a 30-day notice. Motion carried. Her last Sunday will be September 4, 2019.
Jen Berven applied for the church secretary position. A motion was made by Dianne Welling and seconded by Angela Hood to hire Jen Berven to fill that position. Motion carried.
Trustee’s report: The tree was cut down and hauled away.
Financial Secretary’s report: None.
Deacon’s report: Helped with services and communion.
Board of Education: Will be meeting as a board on Wednesday, August 7, 2019. A parents/confirmation meeting will be held on August 11, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.
Cemetery Board: Still mowing, volunteers needed.
WELCA: Went to Luther Haven for pie day in July.
Next council meeting will be September 8, 2019.
A motion was made by Jen Berven and seconded by Adrian Golden to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Lord’s Prayer was said in unison.
Secretary, Dianne Welling

On Sunday, August 4, 2019 a special congregational meeting was called to order by President Tim Welling at 10 a.m.
PURPOSE OF THE MEETING: Because of the financial situation that Big Bend Lutheran Church is in right now and give the Big Bend Lutheran Church Council a guideline of what direction should be done.
A questionnaire was handed out to all members present. There were (5) questions on this questionnaire. Members were asked to prioritize these (5) questions with (1) being the top priority and (5) the least.
Discussion took place regarding the questions.
The questions and results:
Should Big Bend Lutheran Church continue as it is until the end of the year with Vicar Gwen and then see where we stand financially? (9) yes; (24) no; and (2) maybe
Should Big Bend Lutheran Church eliminate the vicar program immediately which would terminate Vicar Gwen’s position? (23) yes; (7) no; (4) maybe
Should Big Bend Lutheran Church go to pulpit supply on Sundays? (22) yes; (7) no; (4) maybe
Is Big Bend Lutheran Church ready to consider pairing with another congregation in the area? What Congregation would you consider pairing with? (22) yes; (9) no; (3) maybe. The churches were Milan (11); Milan/Watson (3); Watson (1)
Is Big Bend Lutheran Church ready to close the doors? (0) yes; (34) no; (2) maybe
President Tim Welling asked to have the meeting recessed. A motion was made by Cheryl Sandven and seconded by Greg Ellingson to recess the meeting. Motion carried.
Secretary, Dianne Welling

Congregational Meeting Minutes - August 4, 2019

Communion Sheet
Please remember to check off your name on the communion sheet if you have received communion this year. It is located on the podium in the narthex. It is used to record membership activity per our constitution and statistical records. Thank you!

I look forward to serving Big Bend in the role of church secretary. I do not have office hours scheduled yet, please be patient as I figure out what may work. You can, however, contact me in the following ways:
Church e-mail: bigbendchurch@fedtel.net
Personal e-mail: jen.berven@fedtel.net
Home Phone : 320-289-2046
Cell Phone: 320-841-1288

Deadline for
October Newsletter will be
September 21st

In the event of a pastoral emergency please contact:
Pastor Kristine Isder
507-822-6399

8070 90th Avenue NW
Milan, MN 56262

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Office Manager u Jen Berven

Congregational Council, Cemetery and WELCA Leaders

President
Tim Welling
Vice President
Mike Anderson
Secretary
Diane Welling

Treasurer
Laurie Golden
Financial Secretary
Heather Scott

Trustees
Gary Olson
Paul Golden
Pete Lyngen
Deacons
Russ Olson
Kirk Sandven
Adrian Golden

Education Board
Heather Piotter
Angela Hood
Jen Berven
Cemetery Board
Dave Moe
Ken Olson
Mike Hanen
Delane Olson

WELCA President
Waunita Kanten
WELCA Treasurer
Carol Olson

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