FROM YOUR MINISTER

Pilgrim United Church of Christ

Pilgrim’s Progress January 2019

Special points of interest:

St. Ben’s Desserts - Jan 4

Sheepshead returns Jan 4

Children’s classes resume -

Jan 6

St. Ben’s Serving - Jan 8

Confirmation classes

resume - Jan 9

Breakfast & Learn - Jan 12

Youth Brat Fry - Jan 13

New Financial Structure

Inside this issue:

Upcoming Events & Announcements

2

Missions 3

Children’s Ministry 4

Youth Ministry 5

Social & Enrichment Opportunities

6

Our Thanks and Pilgrim Prayers &

7

Committee News & Thank You’s

8

Council Highlights & Finance Report

9

Pilgrim Financial

Structure

10

UCC General Synod 11

Birthdays &

Office Hours

12

Serving at Pilgrim 13

January Calendar 14

Grace and Peace to you! After my son was born, I became a marathoner. I ran a number of half marathons, trained

for three full marathons and ran one full marathon (two attempts were derailed by injury).

One of the most important things I learned during my training is that as I made my way

through all of the training miles I needed to think of myself as a marathoner. Before the

race, I was coached to consider myself a marathoner. I was sheepish to do this at first

because I felt like a phony; I had not yet crossed the finish line so I didn’t want to group

myself into a category of people with whom I did not belong.

But, I trusted my coach and called myself a marathoner. And that one act changed the

course of my training.

There was a shift made in my head when I started calling myself a marathoner. I found that

I had wells of strength and pain tolerance that I never thought possible. And I think those

shifts that we make only stick when they become part of the fabric of our being. Often those

shifts and changes already exist within us, we just have not named them as such.

I think about this each year we enter a season of resolutions. Of attempts to fix or change

something about ourselves. And I wonder how we would approach them if we took the

advice of my coach and just named the truth for ourselves, even if we have yet to

accomplish it. Instead of resolutions, they would just become part of who we already are. As

true as this is for us as individual people I think it is true for us as a congregation.

One of the things I look forward to is continuing to live into the mission statement written for

the congregation: Pilgrim United Church of Christ is a welcoming, mission-oriented

community of people. We provide relevant faith-based opportunities for all people, regard-

less of race, age, ability, gender, or sexual orientation. Our congregation is present with

each other in a genuine, positive, and caring manner. We strive to make a difference in

ourselves, each other, the underserved, our local community, and the people of the world.

In other words: Pilgrim is Mission Driven. People Focused. We are the Light on the Hill.

That reads much differently than saying, “We will be the Light on the Hill.” And, if I am

honest, I prefer the present tense, because we already are a light on the hill. This is not a

resolution. It is part of the fabric of our being. It already exists in the work we do within the

church walls and in the world. It is a statement of who we already are. There is incredible

strength in those words, incredible power that names us as a light in this world. A light that

is needed so deeply in this world.

So as you think about your resolutions, as you think about your year ahead, add to that list,

“I carry the Light” Own that truth, that as you wade into the New Year, you carry with you the

light of Christ into a world threated by darkness. And no, I will not accept, “I will try to carry

the Light.” Call me coach, but I have already seen you carry it. I already know it is within

you. So own it. Let it sink deeper into who you are.

Many blessings to you and your family in the New Year!

Pastor Ashley

Page 2 PILGRIM ANNOUNCEMENTS

NARRATIVE LECTIONARY READINGS:

Where have we been? December 2: Habakkuk1:1-7 Faith as a way of Life December 9 Esther 4:1-17 Esther December 16: Isaiah 42:1-9 Light to the Nations December 23: Matthew 1:18-25 Jesus as Immanuel December 24: Luke 2:1-20 Birth of Jesus December 25: Luke 2:8-20 Shepherd’s Visit December 30: Matthew 1:1-17 Genealogy of Jesus

Where are we going? January 6: Matthew 2:1-23 Day of Epiphany: Magi Visit January 13: Matthew 3:1-17 Jesus’ Baptism January 20: Matthew 4:1-17 Tempted in the Wilderness January 27: Matthew 5:1-20 Beatitudes

“...let your light shine before others so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in Heaven” -Matthew 5:16

Breakfast and Learn

Saturday, January 12 7:30 am

We welcome Tony Young, Warden for the

DNR in Ozaukee County, who will provide an

overview of the many responsibilities of the

Department of Natural Resources for our area.

Join us and learn about some of their activities

and benefits to each of us as

residents of Wisconsin.

The morning will begin with a breakfast,

followed by Tony’s presentation and a

Q&A session.

Please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex if

you plan to attend. A free will

offering will cover the cost of

the breakfast.

Ring in the New Year with Chimin' In!

If you've been thinking about trying out bell

ringing, or resolved to try something new in 2019,

now is a great time to join Chimin' In. We rehearse

on the second and fourth

Mondays each month and

welcome new members. A

good sense of rhythm is

helpful but you do not need

previous music reading experience. Please contact

Liz Yoon at lysnliz@gmail.com or (414) 362-0538 if

you have questions or want to join us!

Counting Team Member Needed

We are looking for a detail-oriented

individual who would be willing to

help count, record, and deposit the

offerings on one to two Mondays

per month at 5:00 p.m.

If you have questions or are interested, please

contact Kathy Monroe at 262-573-1382 or

tmonroes@sbcglobal.net.

2018 Offerings and 2019 Envelopes

The Church’s Financial Year will close after the last

Sunday of December. All Contributions sent by

mail should be received by the Church by

Wednesday, January 2 and be postmarked

and/or dated in 2018.

2019 offering envelopes are available for pickup in

the Narthex. They are expensive to mail. If you

can, please be helpful and drop a friend’s off on

the way home. Thank you!

The Youth Mission Trip Fundraising Committee Proudly Presents the 4th Annual

Spectacular Winter Brat Fry!

Sunday, January 13

Featured: brats, burgers, and hot dogs,

with carry-home bags available!

You may also sponsor the youth brat fry with a monetary

donation to defray expenses!

Please sign up on the youth bulletin board.

Watch for a video announcement from the confirmation

class at church and on Facebook!

MISSIONS

THANKSGIVING IN-GATHERING—Thank you to everyone who helped stock Family Sharing’s Food Pantry by bringing non-perishable donations for our annual In-Gathering. Our donations totaled 600 pounds! Family Sharing provides food, clothing and household items to people in need in Ozaukee County. Groceries, gently used clothing, furniture, books, kitchen and season décor items are always welcome donations. Proceeds from the retail/resale shop are used to purchase groceries, children’s winter coats and school supplies. Family Sharing is located at 1002 Overland Ct in Grafton. Drop by with a donation and while you’re there stop in to check out their resale store.

HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS PROJECT—We were able to provide gifts for 92 children through our annual Christmas project. Most of the gifts were taken to Mount Horeb, our sister church in Milwaukee. A few children who are members of Pilgrim also found some extra surprises under their Christmas tree and this is all thanks to your generosity. A BIG THANK YOU goes to Rochelle McInerney and her committee for organizing this holiday project. If you saw the pile of gifts in the Narthex, you have an idea of just what it took to organize and deliver all of the gifts. Thank you to everyone involved!

CHRISTMAS CARD DONATIONS—Our donation of Christmas cards was sent to Stanley Correctional Institution in Stanley, Wisconsin to be used by their 1,600 inmates. They were so appreciative that we thought of them this year.

FAMILY PROMISE OF OZAUKEE—The goal of Family Promise is to provide families in need with shelter, basic needs and assistance as they seek permanent housing. Pilgrim volunteers provide support to Grace Lutheran Church during the weeks they are scheduled to host. Our next week to volunteer is the week beginning on Sunday, February 17. Grace held a Christmas Cookie Sale Fundraiser in December and raised $1,028.00, which will help them cover the cost of hosting for Family Promise four times a year. Several members of Pilgrim baked cookies and helped pack up over 90 pounds of cookies. Members of Grace thank us for our support and say they couldn’t do it without our help. If you would like to become one of the Pilgrim volunteers, please contact Donna Tredrea, dtred26@gmail.com

ST. BEN’S COMMUNITY MEAL PROGRAM—St. Ben’s serves a hot, home-made dinner six nights a week, Sunday to Friday. Over 90,000 meals are served each year. All are welcome and are considered family in a community that shares a warm, safe environment. We provide the dessert on the first Friday of each month. Our next commitment to send at least 24 desserts is on Friday, January 4. If you’d like to contribute something, please sign up in the Narthex. The desserts should be at church and placed on one of the shelves near the carport entrance before noon on the 4. We also help to serve the meal on the second Tuesday of each month. If you are interested in helping, but have questions, please contact Pam Holloway, 414 429-3624. There is a sign-up sheet posted in the Narthex for serving on Tuesday, January 8.

MR. BOB’S UNDER THE BRIDGE MINISTRY—A message from Mr. Bob: “WE ARE BLESSED! Again, we find ourselves busting at the seams with donations and again need to temporarily remove our bin until January 10. For those of you with WINTER coats, blankets, sleeping bags, boots, gloves and long underwear for us, please drop items off on Thursday evenings from 6-7pm while our crew sorts at Advent.” Advent Church is located at W63N642 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg.

YARN AND FABRIC MINISTRY—The Women’s Prison in Union Grove appreciates donations of yarn and cotton fabric in order to continue creating their quilts and afghans. You may place your donations, marked “Yarn Ministry,” on one of the shelves near the carport door.

EMPTY PRESCRIPTION BOTTLE COLLECTION—The empty amber prescription bottles that we collect are taken to Advent where they are picked up by a volunteer from the Bread of Healing Clinic in Milwaukee. Our bin is located in Kalweit Hall.

The Mission team will meet on Sunday, January 6th

after the 10:30 service in the Conference Room.

This is a very important meeting as we will be doing the planning for 2019.

For questions on any of the Mission projects, to suggest a new project, or if you would like to join Pilgrim’s Mission team, please contact Donna Tredrea, dtred26@gmail or text to 262 302-0013.

Thank you for your donation in memory of Robert Molaski in the amount of $100. Your donation will be applied to our Hunger Ministry to further their mission. -Jay Frymark, Director of Administration St . Joseph’s Parish

Pilgrim Friends: Thank you so very much for donating to St. Ben’s Community Meal. The program serves a meal 6 days a week and all are welcome to eat and serve the meal. -Mary Molaski

Dear Friends in Christ: Thank you for your gift of $500 in support of the UCC emergency USA - California Wildfires. Thank you for being inspired by God’s grace, for partnering with us in loving our neighbors, and uniting with us to build a just world for all. -Rev. John C. Dorhauer, General Minister and President, United Church of Christ

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Page 4 CHILDREN'S MINISTRY—ROCK HOUR NEWS

PILGRIM CHILDREN’S SUNDAY PROGRAMMING

Explorers (1st-4

th grade) & Voyagers (5

th-6

th grade)

ROCK HOUR 9:00am-10:20am

2yrs. – Kindergarten

LITTLE ROCKS after Children’s Time at the 10:30 service

Infant – Kindergarten

ROCK ‘n PLAY 7:45am-11:45am

*Parent must be in the building

for child to be in the nursery.

ROCK ‘N PLAY CENTER

Staffed from 7:45am-11:45am for infants-5K.

Children ages 2yr-5K are welcome to join.

Little Rocks follow “Children's Time” during the

10:30am worship service.

As always, we welcome volunteers to help in the Explorers class on Sunday morning.

Give it a try and sign up today!

http://signup.com/go/VTvtmzE

ROCK HOUR HELPERS NEEDED!

Consider volunteering during

ROCK hour! You may be sur-

prised and learn something while

you are helping out your church

family.

Click on this link to sign up for a

Sunday during Rock Hour:

Copy of ROCK hour helpers 2018-19

Congratulations and “WELL DONE”

on the Christmas Program!

Thank you to everyone who participated in and assisted

with the program!

Explorers The Explorers will be learning about Epiphany and the Wise Men's visit to baby Jesus. They will then meet Apostle Paul and hear his stories and read some of his many writings for the rest of January and into February.

Explorers will continue to work on Milestones to be recited at the end of the month!

Psalm 23:1 and Proverbs 3:5,6. (here is a link to help them learn it: Proverbs 3 5 6 )

ROCK HOUR:

Mr. Bob’s Under the Bridge mission donations

were a huge success! Great job, Rock Hour!

Classes resume on Sunday, January 6.

Upcoming Dates:

January 6: Classes resume

February 17: Singing Sunday 8 am service

February 24: Singing Sunday- 10:30 service

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YOUTH MINISTRY AND FAMILY LIFE

CONGRATULATIONS on all the hard work and huge success of the Annual Cookie Bake Sale Fundraiser!

We are on our way to making the mission trip possible! Thank you to all who donated time, money, supplies, and cookies to make

this happen. Thanks to all who bought the yummy cookies!

** Confirmation: Class resumes on January 9th **

Upcoming Fundraisers:

January 13 (Sunday) – BRAT FRY! Get ready to have a taste of summer in the heart of winter!

Youth, sign up (on the youth bulletin board) to help sell Burgers, Brats and Hot Dogs!

February 10 (Sunday) – Spaghetti Dinner and Talentless Show!

Look for information in early January to sign up to help with the dinner and

provide your talent for the show! This will be great fun, as usual!

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS I have gotten to know some of you through the cookie bake, and am hoping to get to know you all a little better.

I have created a survey to help gather some information so that we can develop some opportunities for you to

get more involved at church! Use the link provided to fill it out! Thanks!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UE8ImUHASgHnrwJJT-Eu0mJqSXuMyUdmO1lKJMrIWXM/edit

From the Director of Congregational Life and Family Ministries:

Thank you to everyone for all of your kindness and patience as I learn my way through this new job! I wouldn’t be able

to do what I do without all of the support of everyone at Pilgrim! I have really enjoyed the first 5 months and I’m

looking forward to many more!

A few notes:

Thank you to Ron for purchasing the beautiful bookshelves for the Narthex and Sanctuary with the Breakfast and

Learn donations. The Kids Korner is really coming along! Parents: please feel free to let your kids use the items to

help them stay happy and engaged while at church!

The bookshelf in the sanctuary will be a new home to Bibles that are available to be used! If you would like to

purchase a Bible in Honor or in Memory of someone, please fill out the sheet from the bulletin board and place it

in the office or in Meg Claeys’ mailbox! We will also have a variety of other books available to check out as a sam-

ple of what is in our library in Kalweit Hall.

Brene Brown Book discussion will take place on Saturday, January 19 from 9:00am to 11:00am. If you have not

yet signed up, please feel free to email Meg or sign up on the bulletin board in the Narthex. We are reading

“Braving the Wilderness.”

Page 6 SOCIAL & ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES

JANUARY SOCIAL OPPORTUNITES

SHEEPSHEAD GROUP Sheepshead will be meet on Fridays: January 4 and January 18. See you there!

WOMEN’S JOURNEY Women’s Journey will meet on Tuesday, January 15 at 7:00pm at the home of Faye Junker. Please

bring a snack to pass.

SENIOR COFFEE On Thursday, January 17 at 10:00am, Senior Coffee will meet in the Conference/Library Room at

church. The discussion question will be: “Your first and middle names were chosen by whom and why?”

FUNSETTERS will meet on Thursday, January 31, 11:30 am, at the Prime Minister Restaurant in Thiensville.

Please sign up on the narthex bulletin board by Sunday, January 27.

Special Thanks Women’s Journey would like to thank the over 70 women who came to our Advent service.

It was a delightful evening. We would also like to thank Linda Eakin for her work on this service. She often chooses the material,

makes arrangements with the musicians, decorates, and works with the office on the bulletins. We couldn't do it without her!

SUNDAY MORNING ADULT STUDY GROUP

“Saving Jesus”

9:20am (between services)

Join us for Living the Questions DVD 12- session

series exploring a credible Jesus for the third

millennium. Join a host of experts for a conversation

around the relevance of Jesus for the 21st century.

Some of the voices you will hear are from Diana

Butler Bass, Marcus Borg, Amy-Jill Levine, and

Walter Brueggermann.

WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY 6:30pm

On Wednesday evenings, we study 2 Corinthians, which

is part of the UCC “Listen Up” studies. It deals with Paul’s

letter regarding crisis in confidence between apostle and

community, and specifically his concern for the churches

he had established. A booklet is available for interpreting

the weekly text and discussion questions.

Please let Rachel Gutridge (262-375-0923) know if you

are interested. She can order the booklets, which have a

minimal charge. We meet in one of the lower level class-

rooms. This study continues through January 16.

Racial Justice Team invites “You” into the Discussion

Some of you joined us back in November to view the documentary film “13th,” which provided a glimpse of our nation’s racial

history. We now want to embark on a learning experience about racial justice in today’s society and one of the things behind it

--- “White Privilege.” Will you join us in a program of personal awareness and frank discussion about race in America today?

A small group will gather for six Sundays in the New Year. Space will be limited in order to allow a comfortable amount of

time for people to share and discuss. Please look for the sign-up sheet in the narthex.

Meeting dates are: Jan. 13, 20, 27; Feb. 17, 24; March 3 6:30pm

If you have questions about the gatherings please contact team member Lucy Wyka at 262-689-6203.

Other team members are Kris Fisher, Rachel Gutridge, Henry Wagner, and Ron Wildasin.

On January 6, there will be team members available between services in the narthex. Talk to us about the program.

The CRAFTERS (quilting knitting, crocheting or ??) Small Group will resume on

Monday, January 17. We will meet at 6:30pm in the Coffee House - Kalweit Hall.

Questions? Call Barb Arity at 262-376-9312.

ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITES

Page 7 THANK YOUs, PILGRIM PRAYERS & CARES

Our Members in Care Facilities or Homebound

Paul & Kathy Kanios, Home

Carol Charnitz, Home

Rev. Steve Evans, Cedar Bay East

Carolyn Fuhr, Village Pointe Commons

Donna Graham, Gina’s Home

Elizabeth Hembel, Lasata Heights, Cedarburg

Eleanor Paschke, Home

Al Patterson, Daughter’s Home

Pam Paul, Home

Linda Schafer, Lasata

Russ Selbo, Three Pillars Health Center, Dousman

John TeStrake, Village Point Commons

Jacob Godejohn – US Marine Corps, LCpl

Owen Godejohn - US Army-Basic Training

Luke Johnson - US Navy-Builder Petty Officer 1st Class

Nathan Kline – Wisconsin Army National Guard, PVT

Adam Lusty – US Army, SPC

Mark Aaron Schubert - US Air Force-Ellsworth, SD

Adam Schulz – US Marine Corps, Sgt.

We continue to honor and pray for those who serve.

Thanks to….

WOMEN’S ADVENT SERVICE - To Rachel Gutridge, Linda Eakin, and all those who worked and participated in the beautiful evening. Thanks also to Rachel for arranging Social events all year long!

CHISTMAS CAROLING - To Cory Jepsen-Hobbs for arranging the event, as well as all the carolers who were delighted by the visit.

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM - To Devon Polzar and the entire Children’s Ministry Team and helpers for the wonderful presentation.

YOUTH COOKIE BAKE SALE - To Meg Claeys and all the participants and those who donated toward this important fundraising event.

Everyone who donated towards the Angel Tree gifts, the Christmas Fund, the Pilgrim Fund, and all outreach to the community

during the holiday season.

Everyone who donated poinsettias to beautify the sanctuary. Thank you to Kit Faase for arranging them!

For Healing and Strength:

*For Rachel and Carolyn Grossman-Zack, who are mourning the passing of their daughter, Eliora Sage.

*For Karen Tiffany, who is at home recovering from a recent surgery.

*For Joyce Etzel, who was recently hospitalized.

*For the family of Jay Alexander, who passed away on Thursday, December 6, and for the family of Don Snyder, who passed

away on Sunday, December 9.

*For Ivana Micic, who is recovering from knee surgery.

*For Brandon, a member of Richard Martin’s family, who is now paralyzed from the waist down due to a skiing accident.

*For Lynda Van Dyck, who recently found out her lymphoma is out of remission and has begun treatment.

*For Tom Fisher, Kris Fisher’s father, who continues dialysis.

*For Marilyn Gallagher, who was recently diagnosed with skin cancer and is undergoing treatment; she is also Jack’s primary

caregiver.

*For Jack Gallagher, who has worsening dementia and increasing pain as he lives with congestive heart failure.

*For Bill Eernisse, who continues to battle cancer.

*For Nathan Graham, Gina Graham’s son, who is struggling with serious mental illness. Prayers as well for Gina and Cherie who

walk with him.

*For Averi, a second grader in the area, as she is hospitalized again due to medical complications.

*For Kathy Bowman, John and Phyllis TeStrake’s daughter, whose treatment for Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma is going well

*For Tim Stern, who is slowly recovering from several injuries after a motorcycle accident.

*For Deloris Schneider, as she received treatment for pancreatic cancer.

*For Michelle Wagner, along with Henry, Kathryn, Grace, and Dylan, who will receive additional chemo treatments.

*For Kris Fisher, as she continues to deal with major depression and anxiety, for Mary Fisher, Kris’ mother, who recovers from

surgery, and for Doris Fisher, Kris’ grandma, who is in hospice.

*For those who are expecting.

*For all those struggling with mental illness, as well as their faithful caregivers.

ONGOING PRAYER CONCERNS

*For Paul and Kathy Kanios, who are having limited mobility.

*For Toby Steckel, who is studying abroad in Iceland .

*For our military and service men and women, statewide and abroad.

*For Kathleen, Pat Grabow’s mom, as she remains in hospice care. *For Al Patterson

Congratulations to:

Jackson Thomas and Isaiah Ray Smith (Julia Mayer-Smith and Chrissie Smith) who were baptized on December 2

Violet Jodine-Marie Waldhart (Jon and Jaime) who was baptized on December 9.

Nathan David Todd Multerer (Joel and Traci) who was baptized on December 9.

Page 8 COMMITTEE NEWS AND THANK YOU’S

Thank you for the wonderful Christmas Caroling Sunday afternoon. It was so good to see all your smiling faces and enjoy the great music. The goodie bag

was full of wonderful surprises, which I will certainly enjoy.

I wish you all a wonderful holiday and a new year, full of many blessings!

-Linda Schafer

Dear Pilgrim Carolers,

Thank you very much for the visit.

The caroling and nice gift bag are deeply appreciated.

Merry Christmas,

Eleanor Paschke

Don’t Forget the Church in Your New Year’s Resolutions!

As you pause over this holiday period, remember to bring your church back into focus. Now may be the

time to commit yourself to going beyond the norm. If you are not already reaching out as a volunteer in

some area of the church organization, ask yourself:

What can I do to help make my church a bigger part of my life?

What more could I do to make a difference and support our ongoing programs?

How can I relieve some of the tasks from others who are now picking up multiple functions?

Even if I am limited in time, are there one-time or short-time things that I could volunteer my services?

Well, just ask. Your church would love to help you find that activity that fits your schedule.

We all have talents that we can share with others.

Just to name a few things for those who are able:

When May comes along, we devote one Saturday morning as a clean-up day to work on outside chores

to make the grounds attractive for our church members, neighbors and any passersby.

In addition, do you realize that we need 10-12 people who will tend our landscape beds on the property

during the growing season? Last year we had 5 volunteers. You only need to periodically tend to a bed

to keep it from overgrowth and control over the weeds.

Would you be an usher? Just ask a Sunday head usher for details. There is always a sign-up sheet.

I encourage you to say “I here highly resolve” to play an active role at Pilgrim Church.

What better way than to add this role to your New Year’s Resolution!

Happy New Year!

Ron Wildasin

From the Counting Team Shortly after the end of the year, you will be receiving a year-end statement for your giving for the year. Please review it for accuracy. Offerings given at the end of 2018 for 2019 gifts should be listed as Prepaid Pledges versus Envelope Offerings. The statement will contain instructions for reporting any discrepancies. Please note that certain items are included or excluded based upon IRS guidelines.

Excluded are items such as the purchasing of poinsettias or Easter lilies, monies given toward Lenten meals or the spaghetti dinner, and confirmation fees, as you are receiving something of value for these amounts.

Included items are envelope giving and mission giving. Travel expenses for mission trips are also included as specifically allowed by the IRS.

Please consider giving through our e-giving program. Pilgrim can conveniently withdraw money from your bank account on a weekly, semi-monthly or monthly basis to fulfill your pledged giving. E-giving is a convenient, hassle-free way for members to donate and benefits Pilgrim as it creates a steady inflow of funds that the church can count on throughout the year. E-giving forms can be found on the envelope table in the narthex.

Page 9 COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS & FINANCE REPORT

December 13, 2018

*Unapproved as of printing*

A copy of the complete Council Minutes are available upon request in the Church Office.

Treasurer’s Report: The total revenues for November 2018 were $19,693. Total expenses were $28,333. Envelope offerings totaled

$20,283 for November 2018.

Minister’s Report:

Baptisms - Brooke Matter (Nov 25), Isaiah Smith & Jackson Smith (Dec 2), Nathan Multerer & Violet Waldhart (Dec 9).

Thanks to the worship committee and their decorating team for all of the work they did decorating the sanctuary for Advent,

Christmas and Thanksgiving!

Thanks to the Children’s Ministry team and volunteers for writing, planning, prepping and leading the Children’s Christmas pro-

gram on Sunday December 16.

Megan Claeys and Ashley continue to work to adapt the confirmation curriculum.

Ashley continues to provide support to the Racial Justice Team and Adult Confirmation Programs.

Megan Claeys and Ashley are working on a women’s book study on Brene Brown’s “Braving the Wilderness” scheduled for

Saturday, January 19.

Megan and Kelly DuBord have done a wonderful job organizing the “Pilgrim Family Coffee.”

Ashley has met with individuals and families interested in joining Pilgrim.

Ashley and Neal have discussed a waiver for our insurance policy about abuse and molestation. The annual staff Christmas Party

will be hosted at Ashley’s home on December 17.

Dec 7&8 - Ashley attended the UCC Camps Inc. Board meeting at Moon Beach camp in St. Germaine.

Dec 5 - Ashley attended the Grafton School District Clergy Luncheon at Grafton high School.

Dec 12 - Ashley attended the Salvation Army’s Christmas Luncheon as the guest of Rev. Roy Hopgood.

Old Business:

Annual Congregational Meeting Follow-up – Council acknowledged that there was a lot of focus again this year to update membership

rolls.

The vote to change the by-laws is not binding since it was not distributed in writing to the congregation two weeks prior to the meeting.

a) Stewardship NDA/Confidentiality letter – all members of Finance including Stewardship will agree to and sign.

b) Employee Handbook finalization – Council approved.

c) Endowment committee update – Some members of Council met with the Endowment Committee to clarify that Council is in favor

of investing outside of the Greater Milwaukee Fund and splitting the Eickstedt gift into an Endowment Fund and a Capital Invest-

ment Fund.

New Business:

Office Manager – Council supports changing Lisa Quick’s title to Office Manager

UCC Resolution – Council voted in support of a resolution that calls for a church-wide observation of “Break the Silence Sunday” and

provides educational tools for congregations to help support survivors of rape and sexual violence. The resolution is to be present-

ed at the General Synod in Milwaukee in 2019.

Next Meeting: Thursday, January 10, 2019 Respectfully Submitted, Lisa Chapman Council Secretary

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2019 UCC GENERAL SYNOD Page 11

Dear Friends and Colleagues in ministry,

Greetings to you this Advent and upcoming Christmas seasons. We know how busy you are. This email brings to you an article for your January newsletters about Gen-eral Synod 32 Volunteering.

Between 300-400 volunteers are needed for General Synod 32 in Milwaukee, June 21-25. We need your help in getting this word out to the Wisconsin Conference members.

Linked below this message is an article your office can "cut and paste" into January church newsletters, as well as in any weekly correspondence you might have with your congregations. Copies can also be made to have on hand in your church building. We will be sending you a bulletin insert to use early in the new year as well.

As the article states, an electronic volunteer registration will be coming to you in January to distribute in your congregations. We are in the process of getting the computer pro-gram ready to go. Although June may seem a long way off, it is not when we look at all the details needing to be completed for this grand event. The most important are the Vol-unteers!

Thank you for your support and help in getting the word out about Volunteers for General Synod 32. Thank you for all the ministry you do.

Grace and peace,

Debbie and Tom Payden, Tim Perkins, Bonnie Andrews

Local Arrangement Coordinators for General Synod 32

Volunteering article (PDF)

Volunteering article (Word)

Page 12 JANUARY BIRTHDAYS & OFFICE HOURS

1 Neal Hobbs

David Meier

2 Jack Kornetzke

3 Isla DuBord

Kati Robishaw

4 Addison Staszko

Karen Tiffany

5 Maria Destrampe

Ellie Gehrke

Rayce Morrow

7 Annie Gehrke

Marianna Rigert

Don Smith

Holly Sutinen

8 Amanda Holtslander

Zachary Swenson

9 Jim Wilkerson

10 Sandra Wegner

Angela Wenzel

11 Elizabeth Elgin

Kathy Kanios

Bonnie Willis

13 Tabatha Meier

14 Chris Elgin

Nancy Olson

Sophia Pekarske

Sheryl Welzien

15 Brian Sueppel

16 Richard Martin

17 Gary Dowe

Cindy Winkler

Karyn Zillmann

18 Tim Dearth

Andrew Cotton

19 Daniel Bader

Matthew Sutinen

20 Michelle Bauer

Abigail Roberts

21 Riley Braun

Mark Meier

22 Alexander Britt

Christopher Britt

Caden Francek

23 Chris Kline

Addison Schubert

25 Todd Johnson

Alexander Meer

Wyatt Nelson

Bonnie Orten

Htoo Say Paw

26 Nicole Meer

27 Dylan Mayer

Anna Morrow

Ryan Seawall

28 Sue Bartlein

Alex Blanco

Olivia Rottier

Alex Santo

29 Claire Hegedus

31 Ted Kraus

Grayson Rudich

OFFICE HOURS

Pastor Ashley Nolte: Monday - Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm

Evenings & weekends by appointment and as necessary.

Please call or text 920-762-0192

Lisa Quick: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 1:00 pm

Office Phone 262-377-2640 Email – ppmail@pilgrimuccgrafton.org

WEB Page – www.pilgrimuccgrafton.org

Please submit February articles by January 21.

The office will be closed on New Year’s Day, January 1.

PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE WITH

ANY CHANGES OR CORRECTIONS.

Page 13 SERVING AT PILGRIM

January SCRIPTURE READERS

8:00 10:30

6 Ron Wildasin George Schowalter

13 Suzanne Beck

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WELCOME CENTER - January

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FLOWERS AND BULLETINS FOR January OPEN

Flowers Bulletins

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27 Richard Martin Richard Martin

GREETERS

JANUARY

8:00 am 10:30 am

6 Leila Behrens - C 6 Victor & Carol Garcia - C

Barb Arity - N Joe & Annie Gehrke - N

13 Lucy Wyka - C 13 Michael & Monica Geisler - C

Mary Beuscher & Larry Sween - N Michael Godejohn - N

20 Alex Blanco & Rev. Laura - C 20 Dennis Grabow - C

Caryn Boegel - N Donna Graham - N

27 Todd Brame & Todd Johnson - C 27 Gina Graham & Cherie Burton-C

Kathleen Busack - N Lance & Nancy Gruebling - N

FEBRUARY

8:00 am 10:30 am

3 Linda Eakin-C Rachel Gutridge-C

Kurt & Sally Eick-N Laury Hackett-N

10 Stefanie Emmer-C Shea & Kristen Halula-C

John & Denice Frank-N Jeff & Chris Hart-N

17 Bob & Carrie Britt-C Wally & Cindy Heisdorf-C

Dorothy Bowen-N Lyle & Karen Hempelman-N

24 Willie & Mary Gabrich-C Brian & Sue Heniadis-C

Marilyn Gallagher-N Neal Hobbs & Cory Jepsen-Hobbs - N

If you find you cannot greet on your assigned Sunday, please contact: Dorothy Bowen dorjer1011@gmail.com or call at 262-377-2218.

USHERS

JANUARY ACOLYTES

8:00 & 10:30am Please contact

Children’s Ministry Team

C = Carport N = Front Door entering Narthex

JANUARY

8:00 10:30

Ron Wildasin Greg Mursch

Randy Mitschka Theresa Bryan

Jane Bachman Groth Brian Heniadis

Roger Groth John Smith

Barb Arity Neal Hobbs

FEBRUARY

8:00 10:30

Bill Sinner Bob Steckel

Deanne Schubert Bill Maca

Jesse Schubert Nancy Gruebling

Dennis Grabow Larry Gruebling

Candy Sinner Gisela Berger

January SUNDAY TREAT SCHEDULE:

6 Missions Team

13 Worship Team

20 Hot Chocolate Bar

27 Behrens & Johnson

2019 SIGN-UP SHEETS ARE AVAILABLE

Please check out the sign-up sheets for the

following areas of need.

As always, your contributions are very

much appreciated.

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