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Dear Disciples,
I would share two Bible passages which mean so much to me at this �me:
“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His mercy endures forev-
er.” (Ps.118:1)
“For it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleas-
ure.” (Philippians 2:13)
My life and ministry changed so suddenly during that third service on Sun-
day, July 5. I never realized what the Lord had planned for my life. Sudden-
ly I was no longer “in control” and this peace fell upon me that I cannot
explain. From the trip to the ER, stay in ICU, the �me I coded, the pace-
maker surgery, and the valve replacement surgery I had no fear. Two bible
passages – “Be s�ll and know that I am God” (Ps. 46:10a) and “Give thanks
…” (Ps. 118:1) kept coming into my thoughts. I know the Lord was speaking
to me through His word to bring me the comfort and peace He had for me.
As I go through these days of healing and restora�on, these passages keep
me focused on what God has ahead for me in life and ministry.
The passage from Philippians reflects what each of you has meant to Carol
and myself. The care and love you con�nue to share in so many ways –
leaves us speechless. From the ceaseless prayers, the mul�tude of cards,
the privilege to live in the parish house, the meals on Thursday evenings,
and the visits, we are blessed beyond blessings. God is at work in you! I
already knew this in my mind, as I have watched the mul�tude of serving
you have shared over the months we have been together, but being a re-
cipient moves it from mind to heart – God is at work in you to do for His
good pleasure. Please know that neither Carol nor I will ever be able to find
the ac�ons or words to acknowledge or begin to repay you for the gener-
osity of your spirit and love. All we can say is “THANK YOU” and “To God
Alone Be the Glory.”
As you move forward in the months ahead with the changes that may
come as you proceed though the Call process, my hope and prayer for you
will con�nue to be that you also hear His voice in the Call process. I pray
you will not act not out of impa�ence and fear but that all your decisions
are based on the same peace I found in my life crisis moments.
Carol and I look forward to sharing and serving with you in the months
ahead. Whatever the Lord has planned for us, each of you, and the com-
munity of faith known as LCOS, we look forward to sharing that with you.
Again, thanks for your servant hearts, which share unspeakable love and
care. May the Lord richly guide and bless each of you, as God works in you
to will and do for His good pleasure.
Blessings,
Pr. Les
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The Voice
THE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOR
Stewardship 3
Why Do We Do That? 4
Call Committee 4
Council Minutes 5-6
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Stars
Most merciful God
Look kindly upon
An impudent child
Who wants sitting on.
This evening late
I went to the door
And then to the gate
There were more stars--more
Than I could have expected,
Even I!
I was amazed,
Almighty, August!
I was utterly dazed,
Omnipotent! Just
In a word I was floored,
Good God of Hosts--Lord!
That at this time of day
They should still blaze away,
That thou hadst not rejected
Or at least circumspected
Their white silver beauty--
Was it spite? Was it duty?
Katherine Mansfield
1888-1923
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THE BOARD OF PROPERTY is happy to announce that we have received our building permit
to construct a 24’ x 40’ pole shed behind the Parish House. We are using money that was
donated anonymously over a year ago to complete this project. The new shed will replace
the three smaller sheds. The new shed offers more storage capacity than the three exis�ng
sheds, and each board will be assigned a sec�on to store what they need to. We also want
to draw your aJen�on to the fact that there are 26 numbered parking spaces in the upper
back parking lot. The employees of Big Fish Grill and Arenas are allowed to park in those
spots during the week when the church is less busy, but not un�l the aKernoon on Sundays.
–Merv Nester.
“Tis the season to be…….singing!” That line reminds me of a ques�on I saw in “The Choir Test” which was shown to me by a choir member.
Here it is.
Inevitably that dreaded sneeze occurs toward the end of a very quiet arrangement of “Silent Night”.
What should you do?
a. As you sneeze, come down on your neighbor’s foot to create a diversion.
b. Cram your stole into your mouth to muffle the noise.
c. Try to make it harmonize
d. Doesn’t really maJer because you just know you are in trouble.
Hmmm, lots of good answers there. And if you have other ques�ons about singing in the Chancel Choir,
I have lots of good answers for that, too. We resume rehearsals at 7:00, on Thursday, September 10th.
And we seldom go past 8:00.
In this hot month of August, why not find a cool spot and take �me to think about who you might invite
to sing in our Choir. Is it someone you hear from your pew on a Sunday? A neighbor or friend from your
community? A young adult you know? Is it you! Our altos are s�ll looking for some addi�onal voices.
Remember, Choir is not just music. Choir is a great place to connect or reconnect with people. Although,
if we spent as much �me rehearsing and we do laughing and connec�ng, we could get a lot more singing
done!
Enjoy the rest of summer and “May the Peace and Joy of September be upon you soon”!
Tim VezzeQ
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GOT DONUTS? Now that I have your aJen�on, I want to invite all men of LCOS to the Wednesday
morning men’s Bible study. We are working our way through the en�re Bible and are now studying
the Books of Samuel. Come and enjoy a cup of coffee, a donut (of course), a couple good jokes and
great conversa�on and sharing of God’s inspired Word. There are no “experts” in the group, only
those who want to learn more about the Bible and how it applies to their life and faith each day. I
hope to see you at 8 AM next Wednesday morning in Room #2. -Jim McDonald (947-4547).
THANK YOU LCOS Family, when you are a member of a congrega�on for 30 years and move to a
new state, you wonder what the church will be like. The love, care and concern shown for Larry
during his recovery has been overwhelming and greatly appreciated. We thank God for all of you.
We thank all of you for your support. Sandy & Larry Purdy
God Calls Us to be His Workers
In spite of our foolish and sinful ways, God calls us to be His workers. Scripture tells us that
Jesus did not pick people from society’s elite when He chose his workers. Jesus’ disciples were
peasants, fishermen, and even a tax collector. Paul wrote, “Brothers, think of what you when you
were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influen�al; not many
were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose
the weak things of the world to shame the strong. He chose the lowly things of this world and the
despised things . . .” (1 Corinthians 1:26-28). The majority of God’s work was done and con�nues
to be done by the lowly and oppressed people.
Certainly, God can use celebri�es and very successful people in His work. However, we
need to remember that, even though we may not have accomplished anything of worldly
significance, broken any records, or won any awards, God can use and transform us into effec�ve
workers in His kingdom. “I can do everything through Him Who gives me strength” (Philippians
4:13). Society gives many accolades to those who succeed, but there is no greater honor or
privilege than to be chosen as God’s vehicle to spread the Gospel. As John states in his Gospel, it is
Jesus Who does the choosing. “You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you to go
and bear fruit” (John 15:16).
So why does God elevate the foolish and the lowly to be His workers? A reason may be
found in 1 Corinthians 1:29: “so that no one may boast before Him.” It is only by God’s grace that
we are saved, called, and equipped to be in His service. If we come into God’s work with
impressive creden�als, we risk taking the glory and credit for ourselves. God desires the weak and
the lowly. As Paul said, “Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that
Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in
hardships, in persecu�ons, in difficul�es. For when I am weak, then I am strong” (2 Corinthians
12:9-10). God uses ordinary people to do extra-ordinary things. Are you ready for duty?
Do you some�mes ask, “What ordinary things can I do that the Lord will find extra-
ordinary?” Do you sew, paint, cook or fix things? Can I use the phone, write notes or use the
computer? Believe it or not, all of those “ordinary things” are giKs and talents that the Lord can
use right here in LCOS and in the world outside our doors. In September, we will ask all of our
members to iden�fy those “ordinary things” and help you to find ways to use them for the Glory of
God. Stay tuned for more details.
Board of Stewardship
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Why do we do that? Why do we worship the way we do at LCOS? Why do we pray the
prayers we pray, repeat the creeds we recite, work through the litur-
gy, and sing the songs we sing? All of the elements of our Sunday
services replicate acts of worship found in Scripture and in the his-
torical development of the Chris�an Church. Seeing what we do in
this light can help us see our tradi�ons as more than “we’ve always
done it that way.” Instead, we can see that the Church has been
“doing it that way” for a sacred reason for a long �me.
Each month in 2015, we will explain a por�on of our worship service. When you understand the
“why”, hopefully it will add a new level of meaning to the oKen repeated words and give you a re-
newed sense of peace and connectedness with God when you par�cipate in worship.
Communion Liturgy
Depending upon the �me of the year, we use different texts and tunes for our Communion liturgy.
The components, however, don’t change.
Agnus Dei
Standing in the presence of Christ, we sing to Him in the great Communion hymn, the Agnus Dei,
La�n for “Lamb of God”. John the Bap�st foresaw Jesus’ death on Calvary, and at Jesus’ Bap�sm,
John cried out, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29). In Je-
sus’ presence, we too, cry out and sing the praise of Christ, the “Lamb of God”, who in His death on
Calvary, bore our sins and those of the whole world. It is this Christ who has washed us clean by His
blood, bringing us His merciful salva�on and peace.
Nunc Dimi's
At the close of Holy Communion, the congrega�on rises to sing the Nunc DimiQs, La�n for “now let
your servant depart”. This hymn is Simeon’s prayer of thanksgiving for being allowed to see the Mes-
siah before he died. With the incarnate Christ in his arms, Simeon rejoiced and made his confession
(Luke 2:28-32). The use of this song as a post-communion hymn is a unique element of Lutheran lit-
urgy. Having seen Christ in the Sacrament, we join Simeon in his song.
Call Commi(ee update - Pastor Seth Korte and his wife will be visi�ng LCOS on Saturday/Sunday Au-
gust 15/16. Saturday will be a day of mee�ngs with the church leadership to discuss our congrega�on
so Pastor Korte gains a beJer understanding of LCOS and we get to know him, as well as showing him
the greater Rehoboth Beach/Lewes area. A recep�on for Pastor Korte and his wife will be held imme-
diately following the late service on Sunday August 16th �ll 2 PM. This will be a great opportunity for
them to meet our congrega�on and for us to get to know them. I highly encourage all parishioners to
aJend this recep�on to meet Pastor Korte so you will have met and goJen to know him before a
congrega�onal vote, should his site visit result in a call to him. The call commiJee will meet aKer
Pastor Korte's visit to determine if we will move forward. Please pray for your call commiJee and
Pastor Korte as we enter this important phase of our process. Also, please note that per District and
Synod direc�ves, Pastor Korte cannot preach while visi�ng LCOS.
In His Service,
ScoJ Freber
Call CommiJee Chair
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LUTHERAN CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOR COUNCIL MINUTES JULY13, 2015
For Approval September 14, 2015
The following boards did not meet in June: Congrega�onal Life, Educa�on, Elders, and Worship.
Board of Property:
� Working on disposi�on of the trailer we have been using for the parade float. There are �tle
and insurance issues.
� Exploring several op�ons for our irriga�on system which needs serious aJen�on.
� Replacing of trim on the educa�on building as needed and pain�ng of the en�re building by
LCOS volunteers
� We have ordered a new pole shed which will replace the 3 storage sheds now on the proper-
ty. This new building will have more space in it than the current 3 sheds combined and will
have assigned space for all LCOS boards.
� Several folks have been recruited to tend the garden areas around the church building, the
labyrinth and the memorial garden on an ongoing basis. There was also discussion about fu-
ture landscaping projects.
Board of Social Ministry
� Gearing up for the Flea Market on June 27th. Several vendors as well as area for dona�ons to
Social Ministry will be set up. The Fellowship Hall should be filled. Bake sale will benefit Sand
Dollars. Total profit otherwise will go to the Lord's Cupboard. Need many hands to set up,
run, take down the tables and reset the room. Those who wish may leave up their displays
through church �me on Sunday.
� Good Samaritan fund helped several families this month with rent, electricity and shelter.
Wai�ng for reports to see where our budget stands.
� Approved a Helping Hands project. Will apply for a Thrivent Ac�on Team grant to help offset
expenditures.
� Council is working on restructuring church boards so Social Ministry responsibili�es might
change a bit.
� Voted to send Apple of His Eye (Jewish Chris�ans) a dona�on of $100 and Lutheran World
Relief $125 for water support in Tanzania. The $125 will be matched by another organiza�on.
During the month of August there will be clothing, shoes and medical supplies collec�on for
the Orphan Grain Train. It will be picked up in September.
� We will again have T-shirts for sale aKer services.
� Will sponsor an Italian Night with food, entertainment and a silent auc�on aKer the first of
the year.
Board of Stewardship
Al D’Annunzio has stepped down from the du�es of Talent & Service Coordinator due to the
many du�es of his new posi�on as Vice President of Church Council. Jim McDonald said he
would step into that posi�on to assist PaQ Brown.
Discussed the schedule for the next Stewardship campaign. A final decision will be made in the
July mee�ng.
Time & Talent campaign will go forward in September with workshops that �e in the What on
Earth Am I Here For program that we held in the Spring.
Council M
eeting M
inutes (J
uly 13th, 2
015)
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Financial Stewardship: We will be looking for a theme for this program, sugges�ng that it take place
during Lent and invi�ng members to take a “Step Up” in the level of their financial stewardship
through the congrega�on.
The Endowment CommiJee is considering hos�ng a workshop on using IRA Required Minimum Dis-
tribu�ons as a way of dona�ng to the church.
Financial Review
Financial Secretary’s Report: SubmiJed by Dick Steinle
General Funds $27,928.53
GF Weekly Goal $9,500.00
Average GF Received Weekly $6,982.13
AJendance for Month: 8 AM: 236; 945
AM: 220 1115
AM: 289.
Total church aJendance 745.
Current Pastor’s Status/Needs Ahead: Reported by Sr. Deb
The Stanos are overwhelmed with the love, care, and outpouring of support from the District, our
congrega�on, and area. This is not normal for a vacancy Pastor. They cannot thank everyone enough
for everything that has been done for them.
The Elders have made arrangements to have our services covered un�l the end of August.
Call Commi(ee Report: SubmiJed by ScoJ Freber
We have received from the District President’s office, the names of 8 possible candidates to consider
for our permanent Pastor. Over the next several weeks, we will review this list and narrow it down,
through discussion, prayer, and yes, undoubtedly arguments, to determine who the Call CommiJee
will interview. We’re all really excited to move into this next phase. When we have completed our
interviews, we will then hold a call service to present to the Congrega�on, a short list of candidates
for your considera�on and vote. Under District guidelines, we are not permiJed, at this stage, to re-
lease the names of the men being interviewed. When the preliminary interviews have been complet-
ed and the Call CommiJee determines the candidates that will be on the list at our call service, then
we will be releasing the names for your informa�on. They want to be sure we get the right Pastor
rather than hurry the process. Please keep this CommiJee in your thoughts and prayers as we move
into this important phase.
Old Business
Cons�tu�on/By-Laws- Replacement: Reported by Jim McDonald
Jim read the new By-Laws and changes. It was decided the Secretary would send out a copy to all
Board members. They could review and get back to Al D’Annunzio, ScoJ Freber, and Jim McDonald
with any comments they may have within 1 week, July 22nd. The Council members will then do an
electronic vote by July 28th. The new By-Laws will then be sent to the District for approval. The Con-
grega�on will vote on the new By-Laws at the November Congrega�onal mee�ng. The new By-laws
will then go into effect January 1, 2016.
RespecYully SubmiJed
Shirley Fleegle, Recording Secretary
The next mee�ng will be Monday, September 14, 2015 at 6:00 pm.
Council Meeting M
inutes (July 13th, 2015)
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BOARD OF EDUCATION NOTES
The Board of Educa�on is looking for Congrega�on members to teach Sunday School this
fall. The curriculum is in place and all that is needed are facilitators and students. A com-
mitment of 1 month, 2 months, up to 9 months makes this program very flexible. If you
would like to be a part of this exci�ng new year in Educa�on please contact any Board of
Educa�on member and they will be happy to answer any ques�ons you may have. Gwen
Holtgrewe, Marge Kunkle, MaJ or Vicki Miller, Sheila Gailbrath, Nicole Welling , Geri Haga
Jacobson, Renee BenneJ or Jim McDonnell.
Young Children
Deep Blue is the new awe-
inspiring resource for chil-
dren which includes adven-
ture, exci�ng stories, sci-
ence experiments, arts and
craKs, animated video sto-
rytelling, and ac�ve games-
all combined into a living–faith experience that will help children discover what it means
to be a disciple of Jesus Christ today! Deep Blue One Room Sunday School is ideal for
churches where children of various ages learn togetherAs a group
Middle School- aged youth
Invite your youth into a larger story
Experience the fullness of the biblical narra�ve in 36 sessions that use
storytelling, crea�ve reflec�on, and dialogue.
Confirmed Youth and Young Adults
Seven big conversa9ons about faith
This youth and young adult educa�on
course imagina�vely explores central
topics of Chris�anity
The Lutheran Church of Our Savior Those Who Serve - August 2015
Recovery
Margaret Pearson
Suzanne Sanford
Debbi Combs
Kurt Fetterman
Cathy Spross
Bill Emery
Duke Slusser
Joe Eibling
Keri Davis
Gloria Jacobson
Edward Roshko
Cindi Grayer
Lisa Hayden
Paul Hoepfl
Richard Hoepfl
Julie Lewis
Donald Leister
Larry Purdy
Clark Hamm
Dave Kiefer
Tom Harden
Kathy Holstrom
Bruce Powell
Karen Moody
Brenda Neighbors
Frank Long
Bob Smith
Joan Hansel
Spencer Schneider
Kyle Hamm
Chester Heydt
Lloyd & Judie Wismer
Jennifer Marchetti
Sharon Paul
Penny Gross
Anne Johns
Elisabeth Dean
Barbara Miller
Gayle Frohlich
Jean Vareha
Jacqueline Mizerack
Christina
Cancer
Bob Kardash
George Hutzelman
Fred Oeffner
Brooke Steinle
Candy Todd
Jean Kiefer
Moe Lewis
Francis Heck III
John Fierick
Frank Neimzack
John Malkus
Ron Pokoyski
Maravene Loeschke
Nancy Richardson
Rebecca Smith
Nancy Friedl
Bill Lemeres
John Komarnicki
Carol Maneckshaw
Pamela Pointek
Chuck Saponski
Bradely Egolf
Anita Simmons
Matthew Schmale
Todd Conn
Shut Ins
Melly & Linus Adams
Jean Bitting
Fred & Kris Dorka
Deanna Haines
Ron Johnson
Mike & Eleanor Kardash
Betty Lou Cassell
Carole Garwood
Armed Forces
Brian Akerstrom
Richard Ashton
Robert Ashton
Brandon Bartlett
Ryan Botts
Taylor Botts
Robert Canario
Jeffrey Fleegle
Fred Gellert
John Gellert
Kyle Hamm
Levi Jacobson-Haga
Matthew Hubbard
Ben Johnson
Cody Johnson
Brad Leary
Davonte Lilly
Dan Lorenz
Franklin Messick
Shawn Morgan
Matthew Murray
For Our Prayers– August 2015
Altar Assistants Readers
2-Aug 8:00 Barbara Morris & Lou Jones Aug-02 8:00 Barbara Morris
9-Aug 11:15 Ken Dietel & Jan Effinger 9:45 Donna Egolf
16-Aug 8:00 Deb Lennox & Ken Dietel 11:15 Linda Gonder
23-Aug 11:15 Mel Ettinger & Marge Kunkle Aug-09 8:00 Lana Browne
30-Aug 8:00 Pat Campbell-White & Lou Jones 9:45 Scott Freber
11:15 Barbara Morris & 11:15 Marcia Pokoyski
Aug-16 8:00 Karen Fricia
Ushers 9:45 High School
Aug-02 8:00 Pete & Carole Peterson 11:15 Nancy Turner
11:15 George & Florence Kruer Aug-23 8:00 Jan Effinger
Aug-09 8:00 Ken & Judy Steinmann 9:45 Bill Martin
11:15 Paul & Georgette Smith 11:15 Karen Moody
Aug-16 8:00 Bob & Donna Fellows 30-Aug 8:00 Carol Baker
11:15 Nancy Turner & Marcia Pokoyski 9:45 Jim McDonald
Aug-23 8:00 Bill Noweck & Pete Peterson 11:15 Meldene Gruber
11:15 Bill & Melonie Ettinger
30-Aug 8:00 Lana Browne & Lou Jones Crucifers
11:15 Fern Bennett & Marge Kunkle 2-Aug 11:15 Marcia Pokoyski
9-Aug 8:00 Dottie Blakely
16-Aug 11:15 Pat Campbell-White
23-Aug 8:00 Lana Browne