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April 2015

Peace Lutheran

Church

A congregation of Lutheran

Congregations in Mission for Christ

www.peace2you.org 203 N. Jackrabbit Lane

P.O. Box 238 Belgrade, MT 59714

406-388-1358

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Upcoming Events 1 Pastor Bob 2 Pastor Jeff 3 April Ministry Teams 4 Calendar 5 Thank You 6 May Team Ministry April Baptisms Birthdays & Anniversaries 7 Christikon Council 8

______________________ Pastor Bob Coughlin [email protected] Pastor Jeff Redlin [email protected] Larry Oddy Council President Sandra Joubert Church Office [email protected]

HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

Wednesday, April 1 –

No Supper or worship

Thursday, April 2nd

- Maundy Thursday

No PeaceMakers 6:15 p.m. Seder Potluck Meal (see below)

Worship will follow meal

Friday, April 3rd

- Good Friday

12:00 noon – Community Worship @ Belgrade Community Church

7:00 p.m. – Worship

Sunday, April 5th

– Easter

8:00 a.m. - Worship

9:30 – 10:45 a.m. Easter Breakfast & Children’s Egg Hunt

Easter Breakfast provided by the Youth of PLC with a freewill donation

11:00 a.m. – Worship

…The Seder is one part of the present-day Jewish Seven day

Passover Celebration. The name Passover harks back to the

time when God, through Moses, led the Israelites out of their

slavery in Egypt…. Christians are particularly interested in this

ritual meal because it was during a Passover celebration that Jesus

instituted Holy Communion. It should be realized, however, that

the Passover clearly predates and is entirely separate from the Eucharist. The

Seder is a later Jewish form of the Passover observation, useful, and important in

its own right, having been practiced for more than 1,000 years….. The meal we

share is a potluck meal - lamb will be provided, other meat dishes are welcome.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a potluck dish to share.

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Dear Family of Peace,

He is risen! He is risen indeed!

This is the month that we celebrate the glorious news that our Savior is alive.

We have journeyed through a dark season that continually reminded us of our

own shortcomings and disappointments.

We began our Lenten journey with the stark realization that we were made from the dust of the earth and that we

will return to dust. We met weekly to reflect on the temptations that Jesus withstood and how we, too, are

similarly afflicted. And I know that many of you made your own sacrifices with choices you made to deny

yourself things you enjoy.

Now, after remembering the events of Holy Week including the arrest, trial and brutal execution Jesus submitted

himself to, we finally get to the good news!

During Adult Forum we looked at the ancient prophecy of Isaiah who foretold of the Lord’s “Suffering Servant”,

who though he was innocent, took on the sins of the world in order that we would be free from the death penalty of

our sin.

The darkness is dark indeed. Our hopelessness and our lost-ness, unbearable. The picture does not look good.

But God. The Holy Scriptures do not end with the news of judgment and condemnation of those who have sinned.

Three days after his horrible execution, Jesus came to life and rose from the dead! He lives in order that we shall

live.

Our Scriptures proclaims:

“Death has been swallowed up in victory. Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” The

sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our

Lord Jesus Christ.” (I Corinthians 15:54b-58)

The “sting of death” is that it cut us off from the God who gives us life. The “power of sin” is in the way it

separates us from a holy God. Where we once stood alone before God, we now stand with the living Christ, who

has given us new life – eternally. And eternal life starts today!

As we celebrate this new life graciously given to us by our Heavenly Father, let our thankfulness be seen by others.

May we dare to live our lives knowing that we are redeemed and renewed. That may be reflected in our attitudes

in how we look at others or how we serve them.

“The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and give his life a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45)

His followers should do the same. Let us ask ourselves how we shall celebrate this Good News Easter brings.

Celebrating together,

Pastor Bob

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On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together,

with the doors locked for fear of the Jews,

Jesus came and stood among them and said,

“Peace be with you.” John 20:19

What joy the disciples felt when the Lord Jesus appeared to them that first Easter night! They

knew that he had been resurrected. Earlier, Peter and John had seen the empty tomb and Mary

Magdalene told the disciples she had seen Jesus in person outside the tomb. But it is one thing to

know about something and quite another to experience it yourself. They did not yet share Mary’s

joy; so they kept themselves locked up behind closed doors wondering what to do next. But all

that changed when Jesus walked right through the locked door! The disciples’ fear was replaced

by the joy of the Lord, their anxiety replaced by the peace of God that surpasses all human

understanding.

It seems to me that all of us, each in our own way, have our own “door” that we keep locked.

Perhaps we are deeply hurt by someone else’s malicious words and actions. Perhaps we are deeply

hurt by the loss of someone very near and dear to us. Perhaps, like the disciples, we are afraid and

anxious of those who harbor ill will against us. Perhaps our door is closed simply because of our

unwillingness to rid our lives of those thoughts, words and deeds that are contrary to God’s will.

Whatever the case may be, the “door” we hide behind often remains closed for a long time. While

we may feel safer and more secure because of this, the reality is, we are shutting out the Holy

Spirit’s transforming power from our lives and the peace and joy of the Easter miracle remains at a

distance. Consequently, we don’t experience in any recognized and tangible way the awesome

spiritual presence of our living Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ- and our lives are all the poorer for it.

That first Easter night Jesus walked through a locked door and gave his disciples exactly what

they needed to open the locked door and to boldly step out into the world. The peace of the Lord

and the joy of his resurrection changed their lives forever. One of the wonders of the Easter

miracle is that Christ is still walking through locked doors. Our resurrected Lord Jesus continues

to bring peace to troubled hearts and joy to broken hearts all over the world. I pray that this same

peace of our Lord Jesus and the joy of his resurrection strengthen and sustain you this Easter

season. May it open whatever locked door you are hiding behind and free you from that which

binds you. Have a blessed Easter everyone!

Pastor Jeff

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Ministry

Teams

April 5

Easter

Pr. Bob Coughlin

Piano

Organ

Trumpet

French Horn

Virginia Sorensen

Jackie Currey

Amy Lanzendorf

Connie Holton

Acolyte (8:00)

(11:00)

Autumn Weather

Usher/Lector (8:00)

(11:00)

Heather Geiger; John & Wynne

Gillis

Andy & Debra Mitchell;

Misty Redlin

April 12

2nd

Sunday of Easter

Sing A New Song

Pr. Jeff Redlin

Piano

Connie Holton

Acolyte

Sam Monson

Usher/Lector/Refreshments

Steve & De’Anne Smith

Carl & Katie Grassel

April 19

3rd

Sunday of Easter

We Bring Our Gifts

Pr. Bill Duffey

Piano

Virginia Sorensen

Acolyte

Colter Handsaker


Kevin & Julie Mattson

Carl & Katie Grassel

April 26

4th

Sunday of Easter

Evangelical Lutheran #4

Pr. Bob Coughlin

Piano

Nancy Murdock

Acolyte


Mike & Joy Spinella

Jeff & Kris Bell

Mike Streich - Reader

Council for April

Jackie Currey, Derrick Monson

& Mike Streich

Altar Guild for April

Judi Beagley, Nancy Fox,

& Jinx Sorensen

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2015

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1

6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast 10:00 a.m. Peace Re-Piecers 12:00 a.m. Staff Meeting NO Confirmation

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6:15 p.m. Seder Meal

Worship will follow

3 Good Friday Applications due for

Admin. Asst. position 12:00 noon Community Worship @ Belgrade Comm. Church 1:30 p.m. Belgrade Early Release

7:00 p.m. Worship @ PLC

6:30 p.m. 7th Day Prayer

4 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 7th Day Adventist

5 Easter

8:00 a.m. Worship

9:30–10:45 a.m. Easter Breakfast &

Children’s Egg Hunt

11:00 a.m. Worship

6 Pr. Bob’s day off

Church office closed

7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts

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1:30 p.m. Crossways Bible Study . 6:30 p.m. Health Seminar

by 7th Day Prayer

8 6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast 10:00 a.m. Peace Re-Piecers 12:00 a.m. Staff Meeting 7:00 p.m. Confirmation

9 7:00 p.m. Council 7:00 p.m. Bible Book Study @ Judi Beagley’s

10 Pr. Jeff’s day off


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9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

7th Day Adventist

12 2nd Sunday of Easter 9:00 a.m. Worship – Sing A New Song Installation of new Council 10:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School, Adult Forum




14 1:30 p.m. Crossways Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Worship & Music Committee 6:30 p.m. Health Seminar by 7th Day Prayer

15 6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast 10:00 a.m. Peace Re-Piecers 11:30 a.m. Women’s Lunch @ Desert Rose 12:00 noon Ministerial Lunch 1:30 p.m. Belgrade Early Release 7:00 p.m. Confirmation

16 3:30 p.m. Peacemakers (Grade 4-6)

7:00 p.m. Bible Book Study @ Judi Beagley’s



18 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

7th Day Adventist

19 3rd Sunday of Easter

9:00 a.m. Worship – We Bring Our Gifts 10:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School, Adult Forum




21 Newsletter Due 1:30 p.m. Crossways Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Health Seminar by 7th Day Prayer 7:00 p.m. Congregational Life Committee






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9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 7th Day Adventist

26 4th Sunday of Easter 9:00 a.m. Worship – Evangelical Lutheran #4 10:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School, Adult Forum 4:30 p.m. Community Café




28 1:30 p.m. Crossways Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Health Seminar by 7th Day Prayer




May 1

Pr. Jeff’s day off


2 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 7th Day Adventist

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If you would like to show your thanks for

something in the next newsletter,

please fill out a “I give thanks to”

sheet and place it in the Give Thanks

boxes that are located on the counter

in the back of the Sanctuary and on a

table in the Fellowship Hall.

Peace Lutheran Church, Our sincere thanks for allowing

the Big Sky Retired Educators the use of the Peace

Lutheran Fellowship Hall for our open house honoring

Retired Educators from the Gallatin County. It was a

positive and successful event, and a good way to celebrate

the first Montana Retired Educators Day. Sincerely,

Patsy Olmstead

Fred & Kari Haas for fixing the Chi Rho in the sanctuary

Paul & I can’t thank the congregation enough for all

your prayers & cards. Thank you to the pastors& council

for being so flexible with my hours. We have been truly

blessed. Sandi Joubert

Mike Hansen & Pr. Jeff for loading & hauling off the

mangle in the Fellowship Hall

Pr. Jeff for taking the TV to the dump

Diane Oddy, Jinx Sorensen & Cindy Gee for cleaning up

the front of the church and all the flower beds in time for

Palm Sunday

Ladybug Preschool is now

starting early registration

for the 2015-2016 preschool year. This early

registration is open exclusively to Peace Lutheran

Church members and current Ladybug Preschool families

until late March when open registration for the

community begins. Registration forms and more

information about the preschool are available in the

Ladybug Preschool mailbox, located in the entryway

across from the elevator and next to the coat rack.

Registration is on a first come, first served basis. For

further information, please contact Shari Watson @

388-0505 or Tina Beckman @ 599-3416, Holly Dorn @

579 -9288 or Leslie Bartle @ 539-4683.

May Ministry Team

In April a council member will be

calling the following

May Ministry Team Members:

Judi Beagley Andrew & Tracey Bolich Paul & Gayle Clifford Jackie Currey Mike & Lorrie Hansen Paul & Sandra Joubert Don & Tammy Marks Marilyn Megaard Larry & Diane Oddy Stan & Doreen Olean Gary & Debbie Porter Kyle & Joni Sando Trish Severson Dale & Sue Spartas Jerry & Karlene Swenson Jason & Tracy Weathers Bruce & Virginia Sorensen

BAPTISMS FOR APRIL Remember your Baptism – whether walking in the rain or in the shower. Members that have been baptized in April are:

? Shari Watson

1 Bentz Bolich

Samuel Monson

2 Gayle Clifford

Cynthia Sherman

3 Tara Lanzendorf

Kelton Simkins

4 Ethan Campbell

Kyle Campbell

Carol White

5 Christo Spartus

Sarah Spartus

6 Whitney Salo

Steven Smith

7 Brenna Banderob

8 Gary Porter

Marisa Rathbun

9 Doreen Olean

10 Laura Clifford

Carole Haughwout

11 Mason Rathbun

Ashlyn Swenson

12 Mason Holm

David Wahl

13 Walker Lattin

Wyatt Lattin

14 Claire Grassel

15 Cody Handsaker

Aisha Peters

16 Ben Gruss

Kollen Pipinich

Kaiana Smith

17 Judy Noreen

Sara Schievelbein

18 Christopher Vigness

22 Abbey Tallman

Kelsey Tallman

Megan Tallman

23 Mathew Mitchell

De’Anne Smith

24 Raegan Swenson

28 Macey Clark

Matthew Clark

29 Sadie Locken

Derrick Monson

30 Jennifer Molyneaux

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For April If your birthday or anniversary isn’t listed or has the wrong date, please contact the church office so that it can be corrected on the church records. Office email is [email protected]

1 Michael Wubben

3 Ryan Rieger

5 Shari Watson

Kristen Porter

6 Steve Smith

8 Rose Abelin

Chad VanLuchene

Abigail Ross

Julie Clay

9 Wynne Gillis

10 Jordan Garrison

Lynn Johnson

11 Morgan Willger

Charity Malby

13 Samuel Monson

14 Dan & Marlyn Madison

Tracy Weathers

Karl Schievelbein

15 Colton Koosman

17 Heather Geiger

18 Bentley Allmendinger

19 Marilyn Megaard

Reyel Tex

20 Larry Leum

Nancy Murdoch

Tom Jakob

Stacy Potter

Carly Moellenkamp

21 Jerry Swenson

Michael Streich

22 Curt Hickey

Tom Gruss

L. D. Severson

Aliva Finkbeiner

23 Kirk Haas

Sarah Monson

24 Dylan Siegle

26 Brittany Sayler

Ryder Swenson

Camden Gilmore

27 Kelton Parker

Gary & Connie Paulson

Joseph & Kelly Swanson

28 Gayle Clifford

Jesse Gleason

Riley Cestnick

Cynthia Sherman

29 Karen Duffey

Stan Olean

Debbie Porter

Sarah Spartas

Stella Tex

30 Gary & Connie Paulson

Vickie Streich

Ashby Miller

Christikon Clips Information for our Congregations Youth campers and families: Join Christikon at Zoo Montana for our Camper Roundup on April 12

th. Enjoy

a day at the Zoo on us! We will have a scavenger hunt, camp registration, songs, snacks, and drawings for door prizes and free camp sessions. Early-bird discount will be available. Adults and families: Spend some time in a lovely mountain setting with some of the most-fun-to-be-with people, at our Work Weekend May 22-25, Mountain Weekend 1 July 10-12, the Continuing Education Retreat for rostered ministers, interested lay people and their families, Aug.3-6, Mountain Weekend 2 August 7-9. It’s also possible for adult groups to schedule a backpack trip – just call us at 656-1969 to schedule. The annual Christikon Benefit Auction – Quilts, Vacation Get-aways, and a Whole Lot More comes on Sunday, April 26, at the Billings Depot, 4-7 p.m. Food and beverages will be available, and of course, some of the finest artistry in both a live auction and a silent auction, including a variety of hand-made quilts, art work, gift baskets, camp truck raffle, Saab convertible, and much more. We’ll also be seeking special support for our Sojourners Camp for at-risk youth. Admission at the door is $15. We have a special treat this year and will be serving ice cream sundaes in honor of the first years of the “Quilt Auction”. Hope you will come and join the fun!

It is the mission of Christikon to awaken and nurture faith in Christ — exploring God’s creation and the adventure of life together.

CHRISTIKON ● 1108 24

th Street West ● Billings, MT 59102

406 656-1969 ● [email protected] ● [email protected] ● www.christikon.org




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Peace Lutheran Council Meeting – March 19, 2015

Opening Devotions were led by Trish Severson. “TP from Heaven” was the topic.

I. The meeting was called to order by President Michael Streich at 7:00 p.m.

II. Members present: Michael Streich, Jim Cook, Jackie Curry, Russell Fox, Tom Gruss, Mike Hansen,

Bill Miller, Derrick Monson, Larry Oddy, Trish Severson, Tiina Smith, Jerry Swenson, Pastor Bob

Coughlin, Pastor Jeff Redlin.

Additional Present: Val Ross, Treasurer, Shari Watson, Leslie Bartle, and Tina Beckman, from the

Lady Bug Preschool.

Shari Watson, Leslie Bartle, and Tina Beckman asked permission to use Peace Lutheran Church for the

Lady Bug Preschool for another year. Shari handed out a flyer outlining the program (attached to

original minutes on file) as well as contributions made to PLC. Larry Oddy and Tiina Smith offered

positive comments about the program. Questions and answers followed. Pr. Jeff offered an opportunity

for Chapel Time with the children. Tt was accepted gratefully. A discussion about curriculum,

marketing, etc. followed. The Mission Statement of Lady Bug was read. Shari brought up the recent

Fire Department inspection, and items noted at that time, including a closet, light, alarm signal, and a

clear path to rear exit. These items have been rectified.

III. Minutes. Pr. Jeff requested the last sentence under “LCMC NW District Gathering” be deleted, as that

had not yet happened. Larry moved to approve, second by Russ, approved.

IV. Treasurer’s Report. Val presented the Treasurer’s Report for February 28, 2015. Mike H. moved to

accept, second by Bill, approved.

V. Congregational Concerns. There were none

VI. Pastor’s Reports:

a. Pr. Bob. After a brief report on being a grandfather, he offered the following: 1. Diane has submitted

her letter of retirement effective the end of this school year. 2. As of March 1, Bob is no longer

employed by Intervarsity. 3. He gave a medical report, which was good. 4. He is pleased with the

Lenten services, including attendance numbers. 5. The Youth Encounter in Billings was good and

tiring. The speakers and musicians were great. Thirteen kids worked at Goodwill. 6. The confirmation

class is on track.

b. Pr. Jeff reported a great time with family on vacation. His Pastoral Evaluation took place on March 5,

and he felt good about it. He kept track of his hours and submitted them to the Evaluation Team.

Peacemakers average 10 to 11 per week, and it is going well. Julie and Jamie are very helpful to him on

a regular basis. He suggested that the Council Members be installed on April 12. Pr. Jeff requested time

off April 28-May 3, 2015.

VII. New Business

a. Nominations and Election of President and Vice President of the PLC Council. After some discussion

about the By-Laws, Russ nominated Larry as President, with Mike Hansen to remain as Vice President.

It was seconded by Jackie. It was unanimously approved.

b. Mike H. asked if we could have mail delivered to the church in a locking mail box. This will save the

money spent on a Post Office box. He will purchase it and install it. Tiina moved to have Mike install a

locking mail box, and discontinue our Post Office Box. Second by Jim. Approved.

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c. Mike S. proposed we have a bid on the parking lot addition. The Property Care Committee will do this.

d. Russ moved to approve Sandi Joubert’s using Paid Time Off until used up, and consideration will be

given by Council for balance of term of employment. Second by Jerry, passed. There are five

applications for the Administrative Assistant position soon to be vacated by Sandi. Application period

closes April 4.

e. Youth Wyoming Mission Trip. There is a Youth Mission trip planned to the Wind River Reservation in

Wyoming, August 2-7, 2015. There are eight signed up now, with two more “very probable.” The

cost is $289 per. A deposit of $60 per student has been made. A fund raiser is planned to make $1000,

with $500 coming out of the Youth Fun. Val asked the Council to approve $1000 to help out from the

Mission Fund. Mike H. so moved, Russ seconded, approved. The projects involved at Wind River

include about one half time leading a VBS, and the other half doing clean up, maintenance, painting, etc.

f. A discussion of retirement plans was tabled until the May meeting. Mike H. moved, Tiina seconded,

passed.

g. Pr. Bob asked if Tara is still on our Mission Outreach. He will call her to determine her status.

h. Pr. Bob asked for Council direction on how to create a Director of Christian Education instead of a

Sunday School Superintendent. Jackie will assist him.

VIII. Team Reports

a. Congregational Life. No report.

b. Education and Youth. Tom suggested we visit the Youth Room to see the decorations.

c. Property Care. Jerry reported that the furnace has been fixed.

d. There was discussion of the name of this committee, “Stewardship, Outreach, Mission, and Finance.” It

will be cleared up by next meeting.

e. Worship and Music. Jackie Curry presented a written report, which will be attached to the hard copy

minutes handed out at the next meeting.

f. Outreach has met.

IX. Adjournment. The next meeting is April 9, 2015. Bill Miller has devotions. Larry moved to adjourn,

Mike H. second, passed.

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Cook, Secretary

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Peace Lutheran Church 203 Jackrabbit Lane

PO Box 238

Belgrade, MT 59714

Mailing Address Correction Requested

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The newsletter is available on the website www.peace2you.org.

If you do not have web access, we will be happy to mail the newsletter to you.

Peace Lutheran Church 203 Jackrabbit Lane

P.O. Box 238

Belgrade, MT 59714

Phone: (406) 388-1358

Web Site: www.peace2you.org

LCMC: www.lcmc.net

Office Hours

Tuesday-Friday

9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Peace Lutheran Staff Bob Coughlin, Pastor

Email: [email protected]

Jeff Redlin, Pastor


Sandra Joubert, Office


Larry Oddy, Council President

Scriptures for April

April 5 – Easter

Isaiah 25:6-9 Psalm 16

1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Mark 16:1-8

April 12 – 2nd

Sunday of Easter

Acts 4:32-35 Psalm 148

1 John 1:1-2:2 John 20:19-31

April 19 – 3rd

Sunday of Easter

Acts 3:11-21 Psalm 4

1 John 3:1-7 Luke 24:36-49

April 26 – 4th

Sunday of Easter

Acts4:1-12 Psalm 23

1 John 3:16-24 John 10:11-18




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