Bethesda Butler Lutheran Parish PO Box 426 Bristol, SD 57219

Pastor Chris Strohm

Bristol Church Office 605-492-3123 Pastor’s Cell 605-218-0852

Parish Email bethesdabutler@nvc.net Parish Website www.bethesdabutler.com

Hello Everyone,

We have come to that time of the year when milestones have been reached, journeys near

their end as new paths open before us and hopes and dreams that have been realized are

transformed into new visions. As we approach the end of a school year we celebrate with those who

are graduating from high school and moving on towards new horizons, who are being confirmed and

claiming the baptismal vows that their parents made as their own, and those who have finished the

school year and are looking for a time of rest before another begins in the fall. May is a time of

celebration and recognition.

Congratulations, Allison, Jack, and Levi as you graduate high school and embark on

new challenges. Remember that as you journey forth towards new challenges and look

ahead towards new horizons that you do not go alone. The prayers and blessings of the

people of Bethesda and Butler go with you. Every time you wrap up in the quilt made

especially for you, you will be wrapped up in the love of those who watched you grow and nurtured

your faith. More importantly as you journey forth, God will be walking by your side.

Congratulations to you parents, your children would not have reached this point without your

love and support. They have reached these milestones because of your selfless sacrifice everyday of

their lives. You have supported them in their endeavors, kept them safe, taught them how to take

care of themselves, and raised them so that they are now ready to take on the world.

Congratulations Annie as you are confirmed. You have made it through two years

of me as your teacher. Confirmation is not the end of your faith journey nor is it the end

of learning about your faith and your God, it is only the beginning. I will be here to help

you on your way whenever you have questions but more importantly God will be with you

guiding you on your path.

As I said earlier, May is also a time of recognition. A time where we recognize our mothers

and say thank you for your love and endless support but also to say I’m sorry for all the grief and

worry I caused you especially in my teen years. At the end of the month we remember all those who

have gone before us especially those who have served in the armed forces. Those brave men and

women who have worked hard to keep us safe from harm so that we are free to pursue our hope and

dreams. Thank you both veterans and active duty personnel, your sacrifice does not go unnoticed.

God’s peace be with you all,

Pastor Chris

We will be doing a combined June/July Newsletter – please have your events for both

months into the office by May 19th. Thank You!

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Congratulations to our 2018 Graduates!

Allison Duerre

Levi Stern

Jack Carlson

We will be recognizing our Graduates during

Worship on May 13th at 9am.

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May 6th will be Confirmation at Butler.

We will be celebrating Annie Witt.

SYNOD ASSEMBLY WILL BE HELD

MAY 31- JUNE 2ND AT

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH

IN SIOUX FALLS

LET THE OFFICE KNOW IF YOU ARE

INTERESTED IN ATTENDING. EACH

CONGREGATION CAN SEND 2 ADULTS.

REGISTRATION COSTS WILL BE

COVERED BY THE CHURCH.

May 6

Acts 10:44-48 Psalm 98

1 John 5:1-6 John 15:9-17

May 13

Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 Psalm 1

1 John 5:9-13 John 17:6-19

May 20

Acts 2:1-21 Psalm 104:24-34, 35b

Romans 8:22-27 John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15

May 27

Isaiah 6:1-8 Psalm 29

Romans 8:12-17 John 3:1-17

Lenten Offering Totals

Bethesda's Total was $1,072.30 shared

between the Groton BAGS program the

Webster PACH program.

Butler’s Total was $1157.20 shared between

the Groton BAGS program, Webster PACH

program and Needs Anonymous.

Thank you to all who donated –

We are changing lives!

Bethesda Usher List for May May 13 - Gene & Kathy Ausland

May 27 - Brent & Vickie Zimmerman

If you are unable to serve, it is your

responsibility to find a replacement.

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Bristol Cemetery Clean-up Day

Saturday May 5 – 9am

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Book Cart! A Book Cart has been

donated to Bethesda in

Memory of Franklin and

Stephanie Huwe. There are

adult and children’s books that can be used

during worship or borrowed and taken

home to read.

Thank you to Bethesda WELCA for donating

postage for the May Newsletter.

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At his graduation, a young man tasked with giving a speech began reading from some

notes. “I want to talk about my mother and the wonderful influence she had on my life,” he

said. “She’s a shining example of parenthood, and I love her more than words can ever do

justice.” The graduate then paused, appeared to struggle a moment and looked up at the

audience with a mischievous smile. “It’s really hard to read my mom’s handwriting,” he said.

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Bible Quiz

While in Jerusalem for Pentecost, people from many faraway lands miraculously heard the

disciples preaching in their own native languages. Which of the following modern-day

places was/were represented?

A. Egypt B. Libya C. Crete D. Rome

E. All of the above F. A, B and D

Answer: See Acts 2:9-11

2018 Graduates Levi James Stern

Parents: Steve and Carrie Rumpza School Attended: Webster Area High School HS Activities: Choir and Working at Mike’s Jack and Jill and the Webster Movie Theater Graduation Date: May 20th at 2 pm Future Plans: Levi plans to attend Northern State University Majoring in Graphic Design

Jack Carlson

Parents: Steve and the late Robbin Carlson School Attended: Webster Area High School HS Activities: Honor roll throughout High School, National Honor Society and Track. Graduation Date: May 20th at 2pm Future Plans: Jack has been through Basic Training for the Army National Guard and is leaving for Advanced Individual Training May 24th. He will be attending SDSU for Pharmacy.

Allison Duerre

Parents: Thad and Vicki Duerre School Attended: Webster Area High School HS Activities: FFA, FCCLA, Varsity Football/Basketball/Wrestling Cheer, Key Club, Fishing Club, National Honor Society, Honor Student, SD Girl’s State Delegate, SD Legislative Senate Page, National FFA Rangeland Team, 2 Time National FCCLA Delegate, 4 Time National Make It With Wool Delegate, County and State 4-H representative Graduation Date: May 20th at 2pm Future Plans: My future plans are to attend Presentation College in Aberdeen, SD to earn my Bachelor’s Degree in Biology. I will then continue to earn my Master’s Degree in Genetic Counseling at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD.

Blessed with Baptisms!

Cambryn Kae Evelyn Sieben, daughter of

Brian and Christa Sieben was baptized March

25th at Bethesda. Sponsors: Dawn and Jeremy

Brown, Michelle VanDoren and Jennifer Ikeda.

Welcome Cambryn!

Layla Rose Nolte daughter of Brad and Cory

Nolte was baptized April 8th at Butler. Sponsors:

Jason & Miranda Nolte, Joel & Alyssa Shoemaker

and Reagan Hooper. Welcome Layla!

Nolan Dean Snaza, son of Tyler and

Erin Snaza was baptized April 1st at

Butler. Sponsors: Cody Sass,

Brandon Whitmyre and Sierra Davies.

Welcome Nolan!

Butler WELCA Butler WELCA met at the church April 5 at 6:30 pm with 7 members present. Birthday cake

was served by Julaine Busch in honor of Delores Whitmyre's birthday. The Bible Study was entitled "Prayer" based on Neh. 1:1-2:10. Kathy Nolte gave the Worship Meditation. After reading the Purpose Statement, reports were given. Corrections were made on the Secretary’s report as the meeting date was changed to April 5 and the Spring Gathering will be held at Tabor Lutheran Church, Strandburg on April 28.

Treasurers report: March Offering - $55.00, General Fund - $1094.23, Altar Fund - $344.07 The Prairie Coteau Conference Gathering will be April 28 at Tabor Luheran Church, Strandburg. Registration will be at 9 am and the cost is $10.00. The theme is "When Women Gather Great Things Happen." A Love Offering will be will be given to the Grant County Food Pantry. The group voted to give $100.00 for the offering and $50.00 to the Expense Account. Julie Flattum will be the delegate.

Discussion was held about the bridal shower for Morgan Mack bride to be of Kyle Whitmyre. This will be held April 21 at 9:30 am at the church. The next meeting will be May 7 at 6:30 pm with Janet Coyne as hostess and Julie Flattum will give the Worship Meditation. The meeting closed with the Lord's Prayer.

Lorraine Anderson, Acting Secretary

Bethesda WELCA

Bethesda WELCA met on April 11th at 10:00 a.m. at Bethesda church. Five members attended. Bonnie Dolney was the program chairman. The program title was “Two Golden Days”. Scripture readings were read from Psalm 118:24 and Phillipians 3:13-14. We must remember the joys we have for each day and show concern for yesterday and tomorrow. Short readings, I Watched a Miracle, 2 Golden Days (yesterday and tomorrow) and I’ll Endure were read. Bonnie Dolney and Jane Goehring presided over the meeting. The mission statement was read, the secretary’s report and treasurer’s report were given. Bonnie read the correspondence. Old Business: *The money for the postage for the news letter will be paid by WELCA. *The quilt backing for the senior quilts will be paid the funds from quilting. New Business: *Senior recognition will be May 13th *Prairie Coteau Spring gathering will be in Strandburg. The date is April 28th. We will give $50.00 for missions and $30.00 for expenses. There will be a silent auction on a volunteer basis. *It was decided if meetings need to be changed we could just meet at the coffee shop on short notice. *We will discuss committee for the July luncheon at our May meeting. *Jane and Carol will look for a sturdy folding 6 foot table. *A list of church areas to be cleaned will be posted in the kitchen. When you do an area, please sign the sheet. *A prayer shawl will be given to Landry Eschenbaum who will be having heart surgery soon. * We will meet at 5:30 before our 7:00 p.m. June 13th meeting to do some cleaning in the west room. Bonnie Anderson will be the program chairman and Pam Dylla is the hostess.

Prayer concerns were: Marc Johnson, Landry Eschenbaum, Maddie Daam, Kris Knutson, Keith Hansmeier, Candace Carlson, Duane Jensen, Jon Biersbach. Our May 9th meeting will be at 1:30 at SDM. Kathryn Bury is in charge of the program on Mothers and WELCA members will be serving pie to the

residents. The meeting closed with the Lord’s Prayer and singing the table prayer. Carol Raap served a rhubarb dessert.

Carol Raap, Secretary pro tem

May BETHESDA WORSHIP ASSISTANTS

Ushers Reader Organist Altar Guild Deacon

5/06 5/13 5/20 5/27

At Butler Gene & Kathy Ausland

At Butler Brent & Vickie Zimmerman

------------------- Carol Raap

-------------------- Bonnie Dolney

--------------------- Kathryn

--------------------- Gail

Kay Espeland Lisa Anderson

Janel Lone

May BUTLER WORSHIP ASSISTANTS

Ushers Reader 5/06 5/13 5/20 5/27

Janet Coyne At Bethesda Janet Coyne At Bethesda

Confirmation Class ------------------

Janet -----------------

Bethesda Financial Report Needed weekly to meet the budget: $1,350.79 DATE OFFERINGS OTHER 3/25 $2,338.84 $479.04 4/01 $2,785.01 4/08 $ 415.00 $ 65.00 Thrivent $846.00 4/15 $865.00

As of April 20, 2018 Total 2018 yearly receipts: $20,966.90 Total 2018 yearly disbursements: $26,021.79

Thank you for sharing your time, talent and

financial offerings for the glory of God.

May 1 Jessica Rodacker

May 2 Pastor Chris May 3 Shirley Halvorsen May 5 Robert Ash May 6 Russell Johnson May 8 Carla Clark May 8 Samantha Stern May 9 Dawson Clark May 11 Rowen Strohm May 14 Bethany Hanson May 17 Venona Ash May 19 Gayle Horter May 21 Steve Horter May 23 Lois Carlson May 23 Cole Hodson May 23 Jerry Raap May 24 Elaine Chamberlin May 24 Diana McKane May 25 Lisa Anderson May 26 Burdell Bohn May 28 Pam Dylla

We apologize if we missed your birthday. Please let us know and we will include it on our list for next year. Birthday blessings to you!

MAY 2018

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 Pastor at First Call Retreat

2 Pastor’s Office Day

4pm Confirmation

3 9am Bible Study at Bethesda

4 5 Bristol Cemetery Clean-up Day 9am

6th Sunday of Easter (red) 6

9am Communion Worship at Butler with Confirmation – Youth lead worship

7 8

9 Pastor’s Office Day

1:30 Bethesda WELCA at Sun Dial

6:30pm Bethesda Council Mtg.

10 9am Bible Study at Bethesda

2pm Sun Dial

11 12

7th Sunday of Easter (white) 13

9am Communion Worship at Bethesda with Graduate Recognition

14 15 16 Pastor’s Office Day

7:30pm Webster Area

Baccalaureate

17

18 19

June/July Newsletter items due

Day of Pentecost (red) 20

9am Worship at Butler with Diane Hoines

2pm Webster Area Graduation at the Webster Armory

21

22 23 Pastor’s Office Day

24

25

26

The Holy Trinity (white) 27

9am Worship at Bethesda with Runner’s Club Noisy Can Offering

28

29 30 Pastor’s Office Day

31

Synod Assembly

in Sioux Falls