The Messenger
The Monthly Newsletter of Blessed Savior Lutheran Church
A Message from Pastor DeArmond
Blessed shall you be in the city, and blessed shall you be in the field. Blessed shall be the fruit of your womb and the fruit of your ground and the fruit of your cattle, the increase of your herds and the young of your flock. Blessed shall be your basket and your kneading bowl. Blessed shall you be when you come in, and blessed shall you be when you go out” (Deut 28:3-6). This is God’s promise to the Israelites as they stood beyond the Jordan outside of the Promised Land. He promises blessings to His people. He will make them prosper, whether they are in the city or the field. He will make their fruit of their work to prosper, whether from the ground or their wombs, their flocks or their herds. He will make them to prosper in all things.
But there’s a catch. He would do this for Israel only “if you obey the voice of the Lord
your God"(Deut 28:2b). If they did that, He would cause that “all these blessings shall come
upon you and overtake you”(Deut 28:2a). If they didn’t obey the voice of the Lord, if they didn’t keep the commandments of the Lord and walk in His ways (Deut 28:9), they would be met with curse and woe. The blessings would be replaced with curses. Everything that the Lord promised to prosper and bless would be cursed and fail.
Thanks be to God that our Lord Jesus Christ has come into our flesh, fulfilled the law for
us, in in our place and for our benefit; died for us, in our place and for our benefit; and is risen
from the dead for us, in our place and for our benefit. By this we have justification before God.
We are forgiven, clean, holy, and righteous. The blessing of God is promised to us in Christ
Jesus. It depends upon His work and not ours.
All this is ours in Holy Baptism. In Holy Baptism, God claims us as His own, makes us His
children, His heirs, His holy people. And so it is that the work of our hands and its fruit is holy
because we are holy in Christ. It is pressed into His service, and thereby it becomes a blessing to us and to our neighbor.
This great gift, our reception of the blessings of God because of Christ Jesus our Lord, it
is our duty to thank and praise, serve and obey Him. This is not in order to receive blessings, but because in Christ we already have blessings that are too great to number. It is with this in mind that we worship, we celebrate the blessings he has given to us and continues to do through the death and resurrection of Jesus!
In His Risen Name,
Pastor DeArmond
Preschool News
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing." John 15:5
Connection is a term that we can all relate to. When we think of children and connection we think of kids connecting with blocks, puzzles, and games. As people we all connect socially with our friends, classmates, and co-workers. In today's world we all connect with technology not just in the classroom or workplace but in our homes as well. Connecting and being connected is something that we all have in common!
This year's universal theme for Lutheran education is based on John 15:5 as it is stated above. The key word associated with this verse is CONNECTED. The theme "Connected" emphasizes the importance of staying connected to God and to one another when we face challenges and difficulties and when we share in joys and triumphs! This verse encourages schools and churches to continue to cultivate an environment of faith, love, and fellowship, where people can learn, grow, and thrive.
In all things, Lutheran schools and churches connect to Christ. This connection to Christ is emphasized in all aspects of our day! A connection to Christ goes with us everywhere at any time. Our connection to Christ does not end when we get home from work and school, it does not end when we leave church or Sunday school, our Connection to Christ is 24/7! Our Connection with Christ goes with us in the classroom or workplace, in the neighborhood, in the grocery store, while we are driving, while on vacation, and so much more!
Because of Jesus and His love for us, He made sure that we could be connected to God. Because Jesus suffered and died to save us and rose to give us eternal life, we are connected to God! As a Lutheran school and church we have the opportunity and we are fully equipped by God to tell others the Good News of salvation so that they too may be CONNECTED. So, let us then build one another up, be there for each other, and most of all work with each other to remain CONNECTED to Christ but to also help others be CONNECTED to Christ!
In His Service,
Jennifer Leinss
Join our Team
Blessed Savior Lutheran Preschool is looking to add to our childcare team for the 2023-2024 school year. We are looking for individuals that are caring, outgoing, passionate, energetic, and love working with children. Coursework and/or experience in this field is preferred, CPR and first aid are a must. Teachers are responsible for ages 2-5 in our multi-age classroom. Contact Jennifer Leinss at jleinss82@gmail.com.
Celebrate Reading
We would like to welcome back to our 4K classes our STAR READERS. If you would like to come and read a special story to one of our 4K classes please contact Jennifer Leinss for more information
Book Fair
The Scholastic Book fair will be here from September 17th through the 24th. The book fair will be open before and after services as well as throughout the week. We invite you to come and shop our large selection of great books! Don't forget while shopping for your family you can also help our classrooms out by purchasing from the teacher wish lists!
Children's Ministry
Clear the Lists
We love teachers! The Board of Education has allocated some of their budget to helping clear the lists of teachers within Wisconsin, and would love for you to also help!
Early Childhood: Mrs. Hoffman at Prince of Peace https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2R71OBYR61AOU?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwAR1Zse9-Nlxsef4qs714jU_wvRS8_Z2reoNGP7MtleAqJ-wKKLJWpKPvXfI
Elementary: Mrs. Torbeck at Green Park Lutheran in St. Louis, MO
Middle School: Mrs. Johnson at Christ the King in Southgate, MI https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3GM2ZLX48X085?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwAR0I3SVHoh0LLPPLdjJFc4VxEq2SAr8C-GsDNFHBCA5L7dU0k7onHNRqRf4
High School: Mrs. Beck at Faith Lutheran High in Warda, TX https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/29TXRZ7W07EGD?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwAR1bFAfW5abh5Iv2DVoz-WsWyrmxjz1D0RaTlGyKWMjKpXIoMU0CniE5L6Y
Sunday School Offering
Our first quarter Sunday School offering will be designated for LUMIN (Lutheran Urban Mission Initiative Inc.) schools in the Milwaukee area. Along with your tithes we would also encourage you to bring in NEW: soccer balls, footballs, basketballs, playground balls, hula hoops, and jump ropes! All items collected will be distributed throughout all 7 LUMIN schools. For more information on LUMIN schools check out https://www.luminschools.org/.
Sunday School Teachers
Teachers and Bible study leaders are invited to join us on Kick-Off Weekend for a special blessing in church. During all 3 services there will be an opportunity for you to come forward and receive a special blessing for the work that you do. Please pay attention to the notes in the bulletin that weekend!
We are still looking for volunteers to help out with Sunday school this year. If you are willing to team teach (Middle School) or be a sub please see Jennifer Leinss. Teaching Jesus' littlest lambs is a great blessing and one that will last for eternity!
Fall Worship Schedule
We will resume our regular worship hours on
Sunday, September 10th.
Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 a.m.
Thursday 7:00 p.m.
Our Sunday morning Education Hour will also resume on the 10th with Bible Study and Sunday School at 9:15am.
Fall Bible Study Opportunities
SUNDAY MORNING at 9:15am, join Pastor DeArmond for study on the Gospels in chronological order, beginning Sunday, September 17th.
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY at 7am, all early birds will study the book of Acts, led by Mr. Duane Graf in the Fellowship Hall. The first class meets on Tuesday, September 12th.
TUESDAY LADIES BIBLE STUDY at 9am in the Fellowship Hall. Ladies of all ages will be studying 1, 2, and 3 John with DCE Jaime Greene. We will begin on Tuesday, September 5th.
WOMEN'S HOME BIBLE STUDY is held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month in someone's home, and will be studying Lutheran doctrine and other denominations . For more information regarding this study, please contact Mrs. Diane Gihring, Mrs. Kathy Herbst, or the Church Office.
WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY at 7pm in the Church Library. Mr. Duane Graf will be leading a study on the parables of Jesus and the response from a Lutheran Pastor and Rabbi. Class begins on Wednesday, September 12th.
YOUTH BIBLE STUDY on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 7pm. All youth in grades 6-12 will begin a study on "Faith in an Anxious World" on Wednesday, September 13th with DCE Jaime Greene.
THURSDAY MORNING at 9:30am. Join Pastor DeArmond as he walks us through a closer look at the readings for the weekend. Class begins on Thursday, September 7th in the Fellowship Hall.
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 8am. Beginning on Saturday, September 9th, Mr. Tom Wartick will lead the group through through a study of the book "Mission Possible".
Quarterly Missions
For our third quarter special missions we will be supporting the Wildauer family. Rev. Micah and Robin Wildauer serve the Lord as a missionary family through The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) in Belize, based in the capital city of Belmopan. Micah serves as a church planter throughout the country, working alongside a team of fellow missionaries and Belizean church leaders. He travels to preaching stations, catechizes those who faithfully gather for the Divine Service and Bible study, and reaches out to the lost through home visits. The goal of these efforts is to form self-sustaining congregations and a future church body. Micah also serves as an adjunct professor for Concordia the Reformer Seminary, the regional seminary located in the Dominican Republic, where he assists in the pastoral formation of men throughout Latin America.
A heart felt Thank You
On behalf of all the members and staff at Blessed Savior, we would like to thank those who have so generously given towards the building needs over the last few weeks. We are overwhelmed with the generosity that our members have and the willingness to help. The Blessed Savior family has been looking at some major update projects that we did not anticipate in our budget. But our Lord works in wonderful ways and through the generosity of those around us, we are able to make these updates to our Lord’s House.
God Is Good!
Your Church Council,
Thomas Wartick, Steve Hammill,
Matt Birr, Pat Mundstock,
Don Kazel, Joan Hammill,
Bobbie jo Koski, Jeff Driessen,
Terry Ratayczak, Anita Burow, Joan Hammill
Coupons Needed
We are looking for more coupons to send to an Air Force Base in England. These coupons are in newspaper inserts, magazines and other sources. The coupons help military families to stay within their tight budgets. Ask your family, friends and neighbors to save these coupons for you. Expired coupons can be used up to 6 months past the expiration date on our bases overseas. Place cut or uncut coupons in one of the two receptacles in the fellowship hall.
Canceled stamps are needed to send to the Lions Club of America, who In turn helps with services for veterans. Please leave about 1/4 inch around the stamp.
We continue to send your donations to the USO in Korea. In the Fellowship Hall is a green plastic container with suggested items that can be sent, and the items you donate can be placed in this container.
If you have a family member or friend who is actively serving in any of the military branches, overseas or stateside, we would love to keep in touch with them. We send spiritual items (Portal of Prayer, etc.), cards on birthdays and holidays or maybe just a note to let them know they are being thought of and prayed for. Please contact Jackie O'Neil or the church office to add someone to our list.
We thank all who have helped with these projects in the past, and even if you cannot help with the projects, your prayers for our military are also appreciated.
Thank you,
Bev Krause
New Member Luncheon
Volunteers are also needed to set up tables and cleanup after the luncheon. Sign up to attend and/or help out on the sheet on the bulletin board in the hallway.
For more information or any questions you might have, please contact Anita Burow or Joan Hammill.
Young at Heart
All members, ages 65 and older, please make plans to join us for our upcoming Young at Heart events! All events are held on the first Thursday of the month at 11am (unless otherwise noted). More details regarding the events will be in the bulletin inserts.
Our first event is on Thursday, September 7th at 11am in the Fellowship Hall. We will welcome Pastor DeArmond for a "Meet the Pastor" event, as well as some get to know you games amongst our members. Lunch is provided by Bruce Diener. Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend.
And save the date for some of our future events:
October 5- New Berlin Historical Society
November 2- Bingo
December 7- Harmony Singers and Christmas Party
Feed My Starving Children
Brookfield Lutheran is hosting a weekend of food packing for Feed My Starving Children, and we we're going to do our part in ending hunger on Friday, September 29th from 6:30-8:30pm. If you are interested in helping, please contact Jaime Greene in the church office. We will make more plans regarding carpool closer to the date of the event.
Craft Night
What is Stewardship?
On vacation I reread the book "If want to walk on water, You have to get out of the boat." It takes you through Peter's walk and invites you to step out in Faith. It invites ordinary people to engage in extraordinary trust be getting out of their boat. Those who say yes to God's call don't walk the walk perfectly but they learn through their failures. As Peter walked on water and then gave into fear and began to sink, was he a failure, or were those that stayed in the boat failures? It was Peter's willingness to risk failure that helped him grow.
We need to step out of that boat. Christ "came not to be served but to serve" (Matthew 20:28). Serving others through church shows your love for Christ. You can serve others by:
~Giving your "time" to those in need.
~Giving "treasures" to further the Churches mission.
~Using your "talents" to help with the Church's operations.
Are you ready to take "The Challenge" to invest yourself to extend the Mission and Ministry of Blessed Savior?
The Stewardship Committee will meet on September 5th at 6:30pm.
****Do Ordinary Things with Extraordinary Love****
Financial Update
2023 - through July
General offerings: $286,234.18
General Expenses: $365,720.85
Net: -$79,486.67
Designated income: $46,009.69
Designated expenditures: $71,376.38
Net: -$25,366.69
Preschool income: $154,554.96
Preschool expenses: $154,385.47
Net: $169.49
Membership
Average Weekly July Attendance: 202
Average YouTube Worship Views: 62
Average Weekly Regency Attendance: 22
Official Acts
New Members:
Membership Loss Due to Transfer: Norma Osterndorf
Membership Loss Due to Death:
Vice Chairman -
Steve Hammill
Secretary - Pat Mundstock
Treasurer - Don Kazel
Board and Committees:
Altar Guild - Janet Steinhaus
Education - Terry Ratayczak
Elders - Jeff Driessen
Evangelism - BobbieJo Koski
Stewardship -
Joan Hammill/Anita Burow
Trustees - Matt Birr
Endowment Committee - Jason Herried
Greeter Coordinator -
Lay Reader Coordinator -
Carla Herried
Personnel Committee - Steve Hammill
Women's Ministries - Joy Ward
Worship Schedule
The Sunday services will be at 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. with our educational hour in between at 9:15 a.m.
The Thursday evening service at 7:00 p.m.
Holy Communion
2nd & 4th Sundays (Thursdays)
Pastor DeArmond
Jaime Greene, DCE
Jennifer Leinss,
Preschool Administrator
Kim Woller, Music Director
Julie Luetzow
Teaching Staff:
Jennifer Otto
Kate Dodge
Angela Heisler
Blessed Savior Lutheran Church
Email: blessedsavior.nb.lcms@gmail.com
Website: www.blessedsaviorwi.org
Location: 15250 West Cleveland Avenue, New Berlin, WI, USA
Phone: 262-786-6465
Facebook: facebook.com/BlessedSaviorNBWI
Twitter: @BlessedSaviorWI