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Evangelical United Church of Christ—Tell City, IN Pastor J.T. Hills—812.547.6060

MEMORIAL DAY Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Memorial Day started as an event to honor Union soldiers who had died during the American Civil War. It was inspired by the way people in the Southern states honored their dead. After World War I, it was extended to include all men and women who died in any war or military action. Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day. The current name for this day did not come into use until after World War II. Decoration Day and then Memorial Day used to be held on May 30, regardless of the day of the week, on which it fell. In 1968, the Uniform Holidays Bill was passed as part of a move to use federal holidays to create three-day weekends. This meant that from 1971, Memorial Day holiday has been officially observed on the last Monday in May. However, it took a longer period for all American states to recognize the new date. In traditional observance, the flag of the United States is raised briskly to the top of the staff and then solemnly lowered to the half-staff position, where it remains only until noon. It is then raised to full-staff for the remainder of the day. The half-staff position remembers the more than one million men and women who gave their lives in service of their country. At noon, their memory is raised by the living, who resolve not to let their sacrifice be in vain, but to rise up in their stead and continue the fight for liberty and justice for all. Section 1082 of the 1998 Defense Authorization Act adds the flying of the POW-MIA flag on all Federal and U.S. Military Installations on Memorial Day. The POW-MIA flag is to be half-staffed until noon along with the National flag. Other traditional observances included wearing red poppies, visiting cemeteries and placing flags or flowers on the graves of our fallen heroes, and visiting memorials. Many volunteers place an American flag on each grave in national cemeteries. Memorial Day has become less of an occasion of remembrance. Many people choose to hold picnics, sports events and family gatherings on this weekend. This day is traditionally seen as the start of the summer season for cultural events. For the fashion conscious, it is seen as acceptable to wear white clothing, particularly (Continue on page 2)

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shoes from Memorial Day until Labor Day. However, fewer and fewer people follow this rule and many wear white clothing throughout the year. Traditional observance of Memorial Day has diminished over the years and many Americans have forgotten the meaning and traditions of the day. At many cemeteries, the graves of the fallen are increasingly ignored or neglected. Most people no longer remember the proper flag etiquette for the day. While there are towns and cities that still hold Memorial Day parades, many have not held a parade in decades. To help re-educate and remind Americans of the true meaning of Memorial Day, the “National Moment of Remembrance” resolution was passed in December 2000. It asks that at 3 p.m. local time all Americans “voluntarily and informally observe in their own way a Moment of Remembrance and respect, pausing from whatever they are doing for a moment of silence or listening to Taps.” So let us take time from our busy Memorial Day on May 29, 2017 to remember and honor our men and women who gave their lives while serving in the U.S. military so that we could continue to enjoy the freedoms that we have today. Also, say “thank you” to the ones who are still living who served their country in the time of need and to those who are serving presently.

GRADUATE RECEPTION The Fellowship Team will be hosting a Graduate Reception for all graduates either high school or college, on Sunday, May 21 , 2017 immediately after worship. They will be serving cake and punch, and everyone is invited to come to the reception to congratulate the graduates and wish them well in their future endeavors.

STUDENT AID 0% Student Loan applications are now available in the church office. These student loans are available to EUCC members that are pursuing a secondary education after high school. Repayment of these loans must begin 6 months after graduation or immediately after non-enrollment in college. Application deadline is June 15, 2017. Applicants will be notified by July 15, 2017. Student loan disbursements will be administered in July and August. If you have questions about the Student Loan program, please contact Gretchen Hawhee at 812-719-2516.

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HAPPENINGS DISHES FOR STREET FAIR The Fellowship Team will be collecting dishes for the Street Fair all year. So, clean out your cabinets and bring the dishes that you don’t want to the church office. GAME NIGHT is the 2nd Sunday of the month from 5-7 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Come join us for games and pizza, fun and fellowship, and bring your friends.

GRADUATION RECEPTION on May 21st. Reception for all graduates in Fellowship Hall immediately after worship. THE YOUTH are collecting crayons and coloring books for the foster children until the end of this month. If you wish to donate, please put them in the box in the back of church or take them to the church office. LINCOLNLAND ASSOCIATION GOLF SCRAMBLE at Buffalo Trace Golf Course in Jasper on Sunday, June 11. This golf scramble is to benefit the youth of our Association by providing funds for their trips/activities. The scramble will be made up of 4 person teams at a cost of $50.00 per person. Start time will be at 2:00 p.m. EST. Hole sponsors are $50.00, and we are not limited to 18. All checks should be made out to the Lincolnland Association. Teams can either send a check or pay at the course on the day of the scramble. For more information contact Mike Zehr at 812-827-7127 or 812-678-2814. Financial Report for April, 2017 April Income April Expenses Year to Date Income $12,287 $13,243 $54,234 General Fund Balance at the end of April: $38,965.97 Ann Swaney, Council Treasurer

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Year to Date Expenses $61,855

Easter Flower Memorials 2017 In Memory or Honor of:

By:

Bud & Aaron Franchville Oscar & Viola Gerlach & Marilyn Gerlach Copeland Fred & Betty Werner Bill Kendall Bob Cross Horatio & Linda Castello Hughes Owen Easton Kellems In honor of: Tori Peter, Katelyn Hughes, Trent Litherland, & all TCHS Graduates Ben Stearns & Bill Upmeyer Deceased Loved Ones Dennis Griffith Ray & Kevin Ayer Marcia (Beatty) Barth Our Parents & Daughter Jan Mom, Glen, My Grandparents & Uncles Andy Humphrey In Memory of Our Family Mr.& Mrs. Jacob Kieffner Mr. & Mrs. Norman G. Held Margaret Eck Pat Richardson Ralph & Dorothy Kramer Robert & Mary Jarboe In Honor of Loved Ones Lottie Potts Our Loved Ones Kristy Gehlhausen Our Parents Alfred, Eldon & Kathleen In Memory of Marcia (Beatty) Barth & In Honor of Mom & Dad, Mammaw & Pappaw Daniel Gonzalez & Lucile Jones

Linda Franchville Sandra Collignon Their Children Carole Cross (Mom), Candi & Joni (sisters) Carole Cross, Candi & Joni Roxanna Zoglman Mary Emma Owen Jim & Jean Litherland Jim & Jean Litherland Steve & Jane Upmeyer Jerry & Sara Belcher Suellen Griffith Melba Ayer Mom & Dad Glen & Delene Griepenstroh Nancy Ress Jezzy Humphrey Jack & Margaret Fischer Greg, Jamie, & Cadence Held Debra Held & Dalton Norman & Norma Held Helen, Scott, & Holly Richardson Keith & Linda Kramer Bobby Potts Jamessa Kessner Jim & Patty Kessner Church Council Members Denoncour Family Chris, Darla, Lauren, Brittany, Sarah, & Reed Joel, Beth, & Lois

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Musical Showcase Series A Musical Showcase Series will take place during the summer of 2017 at Evangelical United Church of Christ in Tell City. Everyone in the community is invited to be involved as both performers and audience. On Wednesday, June 14, we are inviting choral and instrumental groups to perform. These might be church groups or community/school groups. On Wednesday, July 12, we will have youth perform by singing or playing instruments. This will include students from middle school through college age. For both June and July, song selections aren’t limited to religious/church songs. The organ, electric keyboard, and piano will be available for all concerts. For the August 16 Showcase we are inviting anyone who’d like to play/sing popular, country, contemporary, or rock music. Showcase events will begin at 7:00 P.M., and during each evening a free will offering will be accepted for a charitable cause in the community. Anyone who is interested or has questions is invited to call Pastor J.T. Hills at 812-547-7059 or Jane Upmeyer at 812-719-2834. E-mail messages may be sent to [email protected].

Women’s Guild News Congratulations to Lois Curl and Beth Gonzalez for doing a super job as co-chairmen of the Mother/Daughter Banquet. Also, congratulations to our six 2017 high school graduates: Taya Franchville, Emily Hagedorn, Maddie Holmes, Katelyn Hughes, Chandler Lacy, and Tori Peter We would also like to congratulate and send best wishes to Erika Hauenstein on receiving her degree in pharmacy from Purdue University. The Women’s Guild met May 11th. Jane Upmeyer did the devotions. The program was presented by Jo Sodrel. Jo explained about the Rescue South Horse Rescue program. Following the program, a motion was made and carried, to donate $300 to the Horse Rescue. The Women’s Guild will not be meeting during the summer. They will meet again in September. Melba Ayer President

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Caller Deadline

Perry County Grief Support Group The Perry County Grief Support Group welcomes anyone grieving the loss of a family member or friend.

The deadline for the June 15, 2017 edition of The Caller is Wednesday, May 31, 2017. Please submit your information via e-mail to Linda Kramer at [email protected]. You can also drop your article off at the church office. Linda & Karen

We meet the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. on the main floor of the United Methodist Church (702 10th St. in Tell City).

Cancer Support Group

This is a non-denominational group and is led by Jeff & Betty Jones.

The Cancer Support Group is now meeting every Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Perry County Memorial Hospital in Education Room A. All cancer patients, survivors and caregivers are welcome.

The group is open to anyone needing support in dealing with the death/loss of a loved one. You may contact Lois Humphrey (812-5475982) for information or if anyone just needs a listening ear (related to grief).

For more information, contact Glen Griepenstroh at (812-547-4164).

You may also contact the United Methodist Church at 812-5472800 for further numbers/ information.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAM A program on Substance Abuse Problems in Perry County will be presented at the Indiana Realty Company 331 Main St. on Tuesday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. If you would like to learn about the problems that Perry County is facing regarding substance abuse, please attend the meeting. Everyone is invited to attend the program.

Grounding Prayer Last summer, we started something new by beginning our worship with a grounding prayer. If you are interested in leading a prayer or writing your own short worship prayer, please talk to Pastor JT. Page 6

From the Council Church Attendance for April 16-May 14 April 16 – 138 April 23 - 60 April 30 - 66 May 7 - 64 May 14 - 84

It is with deep regret that I resign from the Church Council due to personal and family issues. I do not feel that I can give the time or attention that the members of the Church deserve. I shall continue to be involved with church activities as much as possible. Sincerely, Lois Curl

Yard Signs The Church Growth and Mission team have yard signs advertising our church. They are in the narthex of the church. Please take one if you would like to display one in your yard.

Thanks to all who attended the Mother/Daughter Banquet. A giant “thank you” to the committee who helped make it all possible: Beth Gonzalez, Melba Ayer, and Jo Sodrel. An extra big thanks to Bette Evrard and Pat Dyer, and thanks to Joel Gonzalez for donating his carpentry skills. Also, thanks to all who brought quilts to display, to Sarah Hall for her stories, to Sisters in Song for “Broadway”, to all the men who served our meal and cleaned up afterward, and to Jan Hauenstein for her dessert and expertise in the kitchen. Lois Curl Page 7

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

May 5 – Mary Ruth Heck 7 – Bill Bradley, Julie Denu, Eric Gehlhausen 8 – Bonita Ballis, Julie Hauser, Debra Held 9 – Matt Schultz 12 – Laverna Gayer, Larry Peter, Amanda Fenn 13 – Corliss Krueger 15 - Karen Marcroft, Bethany Peter 18 – Pat Dyer 19 – Julie Guillaum 20 – Brody Ewing 21 – Linda Carter, Paul Taylor, Michael Richmer, Joe Woznicki 23 – Rhonda Hauenstein 24 – Ruth Ann Werner 26 – Cole Dickenson 27 – Staci Upmeyer 29 – Larry Scherzinger 31 – Makaylee Buntin, Marsha Guillaum, Rita Werner

June 1—Kathy Richmer, Jane Kleaving 3—Donald Seamon, Allen Butler 4—Reed Goffinet, Chris Glenn 6—Erika Hauenstein 8—Cassie Kellems, Brody Ford 9—Sara Belcher, Kelly Brown, Barry Hammack 11—Melba Ayer 12—Ange’Lee Pruitt 13—Dan Lacy 14—Jeremy Ramsey 15—Tucker Kleeman, Eli Reed, Randy Weiss 17—Lauren Goffinet 20—Glen Griepenstroh, Cameron Howell, Tim Pruitt, Sally Ress 21- Martha Schaefer 22 –Wanda Seamon 27—Austin Litherland 28—Michelle Buntin 30—Alexandrea Holmes, Jordi Sandage

Happy Anniversary! May

June

20 – Dean & Judy Howe 22 – Gary & Debbie Butler 30 – Jake & Julie Hauser

15 - Chris & Darla Goffinet 16 – James & Monica Holmes 19 – Steve & Jane Upmeyer 23 – Darrel & Mary Seibert 24 – Thomas & Mary Ann Hughes Allen & Corliss Krueger 25 – Larry & Rebecca Peter 26 - John & Helen York Gene & Sally Ress 28 - Gene & Josephine Lahee 30 – William & Linda Ball

June 5 – Paul & Debbie Ramsey 6 - Hubert & Judy Ramsey 7 – Greg & Jamie Held 8 – Frank & Pam Curtiss 11 – Gary & Lynda Morton 12 – Glenn & Shannon Etienne

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Worship Leaders Liturgist

May 21

May 28

Jerry Brunner Laura Denoncour Steve Owen Frank Poehlein Lea Ann Gehlhausen

June 4

June 11

Mark Fenn Donna Kratzer Pat York John York Mary Aders or Linda Franchville Dan Gayer Dan Lacy Allison Zoglman

Darla Goffinet

June 18

June 25

Ushers

Chris Goffinet Keith & Linda Kramer Steve Upmeyer Jerry Brunner Laura Denoncour Steve Owen Frank Poehlein

Lea Ann Gehlhausen

Mark Fenn Donna Kratzer Pat York John York

****VOLUNTEERS NEEDED**** Volunteers are needed to be a liturgist on Sunday mornings. If you are interested in being a liturgist for a Sunday, please call the church office 812-547-7059. Thanks to each of you for helping with our Worship Services!

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS May

Recurring events… Every Sunday--Adult Bible Study (9:00 a.m. FH) Sunday Worship (10:00 a.m.) *Every Sunday--11:00 a.m. Sunday School Classes for youth 11:00 a.m. Adult Class (Faith Formation) *2nd Sunday-Church Growth & Mission Team (4:00 p.m.) *1st Monday--Building & Grounds Team (6:00 p.m.) *2nd Monday—Christian Ed Team (5:30 p.m.) *3rd Monday--Church Council (6:30 p.m.)

21- Worship (10:00 a.m.) Faith Formation (11:00 a.m.) Graduation Sunday (after worship) 28- Worship (10:00 a.m.) Faith Formation (11:00 a.m.) 29- Memorial Day

June 4—Worship (10:00 a.m.) Faith Formation (11:00 a.m.) 11- Worship (10:00 a.m.) Faith Formation (11:00 a.m.) 14 - Musical Showcase (7:00 p.m.) 18- Worship (10:00 a.m.) Faith Formation (11:00 a.m. Father’s Day 25- Worship (10:00 a.m.) Faith Formation (11:00 a.m. 26– 29 Vacation Bible School

*Every TuesdayCancer Support Group (6:00 p.m. PCM H) *2nd Tuesday--Budget & Finance/Stewardship Team (6:15 p.m.) *Every Wednesday― Chancel Choir Rehearsal (6:00 p.m.) *Every 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wednesday―Bell Choir (5:00 p.m.) *Every Thursday― Table of Blessings (Set-up 4:00 p.m.) Table of Blessings (5:00 p.m.)

Chancel choir rehearsals at 6:00 p.m. May 31 Chancel Choir and Bell Choir will be in recess from June to August.

*2nd ThursdayComm. & Tech Team (6:30 p.m. or via email—Check with Karen Marcroft to see if they are having a monthly mtg.) *2nd Thursday—Women’s Guild (1:00 p.m.) (Women’s Guild will be in recess until September)

If the day or time for your team to meet has changed, please let me know so that I can keep this page updated.

Vacation Bible School June 26-29. 2017 If you would like to help, please sign up on the sign-up sheet in the narthex of the church, or call Susan Jefford 812-547-5931.

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The family of Kristy (Gehlhausen) Casebolt wishes to say thank you to everyone that said a prayer, sent a card, sent a gift, flowers or money for Kristy’s children’s education fund, called or thought of us that day. We cannot begin to express our gratitude for the out-pouring of love shown to all of us during this sad time whether it be at the funeral home or at the church. We would like to say a special thank you to Pastor JT Hills for the beautiful service and for being there that day with us when we learned of Kristy's passing. It meant a lot. We would like to say thank you to all who did door service at the funeral home. It was greatly appreciated. We would like to say thank you to the folks who either brought a dish or served at the funeral meal after the service. The meal was greatly appreciated by all the family. We would like to say thank you to Sheilda for doing the bulletins and for just being there as a friend. We would like to say thank you to Jane Upmeyer for changing her schedule to play at Kristy's funeral and for the beautiful music Jane and Sharilyn Franzman provided. You have no idea how much that meant to us especially me (Lea Ann). We would like to say thank you to Kelse for running the sound system and playing the special music we had downloaded for the service. I (Lea Ann) would like to say thank you to Mary Emma Owen. The prayer shawl is beautiful, and I will treasure it always. Thank you for knitting it. It was greatly appreciated. Also, thank you council members for the locket and your contribution to Kristy’s children’s education fund. Your kindness gives me great comfort. Thank you, church family!

On June 11, 2017 we will hold a congregation meeting immediately following worship service. At this time, we will nominate and elect three new Church Council members. The nominees submitted to and approved by the council at the May meeting are: Nancy Ress, Mark Fenn, and Sean Risse. The council members whose terms will expire are: Lea Ann Gehlhausen, Ann Swaney, and Glen Griepenstroh. I hope you will be able to attend and participate in this important part of the life of our church.

Please Note: Because The Caller has quite a few pages this month, only 5 of the team reports have been published in this May issue of The Caller. The other 4 team reports will be published in the June issue of The Caller. Page 11

2016 Team Reports 2016 Yearly Report for Fellowship Team April 2017 Submitted by: Rhonda Hauenstein Team Members in 2016: Pat York, Council Rep., Rhonda Hauenstein, chairperson, Sara Belcher, Gordie Aders, Mary Aders, Lois Curl, Pat Dyer Betty Evrard, Donna Pruitt, Ann Swaney, and Marilyn York. Annual Report for March, 2016 to March, 2017 We added two members to our committee: Pat Dyer and Bette Evrard During this time period we held the following event for the members of our church: March 27, 2016 – Easter Sunrise Breakfast – we served breakfast casseroles, fruit salad and coffee cakes. We had 45 people enjoy breakfast. May 22, 2016 – Graduation Reception – We honored 5 of our graduating seniors with cupcakes and punch. We had 45 people come over and celebrate with the seniors that were in attendance. October, 2016 – Street Fair – We collected many dishes and had our coin toss booth to raise money. October 30, 2016 – We helped the Education Team to host a pitch-in dinner for the church. We had 56 people participate in the event. December 11, 2016 – Cookie Exchange/Light Lunch – We had 12 people participate in the cookie exchange and we had 45 people come to share lunch. January 29, 2017 – Annual Soup/Bread Cookoff – we had 11 entries in both the soup and bread competition. We had 48 people come for lunch and vote for their favorites. We gave a $10 gift certificate from Nobles IGA to the winners. We raised $179.75 that was designated to the gas fund here at the church. For 2017, we will help with the church picnic in April, Graduation reception, Ice Cream Crankoff, Street Fair, and the cookie exchange/light lunch in December. ******************************************************************************************* 2016 Yearly Report for Communication & Technology Team April 2017 – Submitted by: Karen Marcroft Team Members in 2016: Irv Rueger, Council Rep., Karen Marcroft, chairperson, Mark Fenn, Rebecca Fenn, Shawn Risse Accomplishments: * Created and distributed promotional materials (save the date cards, invitations, yard signs, Facebook posts) for the 150th anniversary celebration. * Created and distributed promotional materials (flyers, yard signs, Facebook posts) for the Street Fair. * Researched the cost of mass mailings and decided against that approach. * Took out ads and/or wrote newspaper articles for the 150th anniversary and Street Fair. * When the office computer failed, tried repairing it and then replaced it. Saved the data by hiring a consultant. (Not from our budget, we just helped solve the problem.) * Repurposed the old Windows XP office laptop to use for sanctuary sound / recording. * Consolidated our multiple Facebook pages as much as possible. Now we have one page where all the info gets published. * Designed new church letterhead that uses our new logo. * Began experiments with making audio and video recordings of the sermons that we can make available online. * Produced and distributed "Be The Church" bookmarks for congregation and for distribution at Schweizer Fest. (Continued on page 13) Page 12

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Purchased and installed new sound system in Fellowship Hall. * Hired Bet Hannon to fix broken website calendar that we couldn't figure out and to make needed enhancements to the website. * Proposed a $3500 budget for 2017. * Karen attended the social media class offered by Two Ladders through the Chamber of Commerce, and reported back to the team.

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Purchases: (I'm not sure that all the printing costs came from our budget) * Save the date cards for 150th $58.40 * Invitations for the 150th * Yard signs for the 150th $314.64 * Flyers for the Street Fair * Yard signs for the Street Fair * Newspaper ad for 150th * Newspaper ad for Street Fair * "Be The Church" bookmarks $103.39 * New speakers for Fellowship Hall $940.00 * Church brochure printing * Fixed broken website calendar: $15.00 * Other website enhancements: $50-60 * Recording equipment for sermons? * Two microphone cables and a ground lift box: $105

******************************************************************************************* 2016 Yearly Report for Music & Worship Resource Team April 2017 – Submitted by: Floretta Beatty 2016 Team Members: Sue Denoncour, Council Rep., Floretta Beatty, Chairperson, Allen Butler, Meg Butler, Pam Curtiss, Shirley Gayer, Darla Goffinet, Alan Kessler, Nancy Ress, & Susan Rueger Listed below are our team responsibilities: Communion (set-up and clean-up) Changing banners, altar clothes and paraments Filling candles Altar arrangements Scheduling ushers Programming the carillon bells (Continue on page 14)

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Decorating for holidays: Easter Thanksgiving Christmas Other special occasions We do things to enhance the worship service, as requested by the pastor. Our committee is pretty straight forward. WE try to keep the sanctuary looking nice for all services. *******************************************************************************************

2016 Yearly Report for the Church Growth/Mission Team April 2017 Submitted by: Linda Kramer 2016 Team Members: Jo Sodrel, Council Rep., Linda Kramer, Chairperson, Jerry Belcher, Dixie Dickerson, Julie Hauser, Gretchen Hawhee, Monica & James Holmes, Dottie Kessner, Gary Morton, Steve Owen, Nicole Risse, & Allison Zoglman On February 21, 2016, we had a Chili Luncheon in Fellowship Hall after worship. We sold 14 gallons of chili. Each member of the Church Growth/Mission Team donated 2 gallons of chili. Ann Swaney, Lois Curl, and Irv Rueger also donated chili. We asked the members of the congregation to donate desserts. We had a good turnout and raised $373.00 which we donated to the EUCC Emergency Fund. On April 23, 2016 our team had a “Day of Service”. This was a community service day where members of churches and the community helped others in some way. Six members of our church helped weed and mulch flowerbeds in the Little League parking lot on 10th and Hermann Street. We continued to have Coffee Hour after worship until September 2016. We put it on hold because Faith Formation Classes were going to be held after worship. We decided that Coffee Hour would conflict with those Sunday School classes. Our team sold cotton candy at the Street Fair on September 17, 2016. We were stationed in the Gazebo along with the Benevolent Team who sold drinks. We made $66.00 on the Cotton Candy. Jo Sodrel allowed us to use the Cotton Candy machine that belongs to the Horse Rescue Group. The Music & Worship Team and our team had the annual food drive in November. The congregation donated 928 items to the Food Pantries in the community. Our goal was 1,000 items. We changed our time for our team to meet to the 2nd Sunday of the month at 4:00 p.m. We discussed a vision of ideas and action for growth in our church in 2017: We wanted to get at least 10 members on our Church Growth/Mission Team by the end of 2016. We now have 11 members on our team. 1. We would like to help in trying to get 25 new members in our church by the end of 2017. 2. Have a Greeting Team to welcome visitors each Sunday and give them a small gift such as a pen & bookmark with our church’s name & address. Jerry Belcher & Dot Kessner said that they would be on this team 3. Visitation/Church Growth Team in place by the end of 2017. Team members would knock on doors and tell people about our church and invite them to come. Would need training for team members who would do this. 4. Have a Mission Trip in the summer of 2017. (Continued on page 15)

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5. Continue having Game Night the 2nd Sunday of the month. Need for people to invite others who do not belong to our church to this. Also, discussed having something like Trivia Night or Euchre Night for others in the community to come. This will take some planning, so we talked about doing it later in 2017. 6.

Purchase signs for church members to put up in their yards with Christian message to advertise our church. Jerry Belcher also checked on the cost of a billboard, but we decided it was too costly to do the billboard.

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2016 Yearly Report for Building and Grounds Committee April 2017 Submitted by: Mark Fenn 2016 Team Members: Glenn Griepenstroh, Council Rep., Mark Fenn, Chairperson, Larry Beatty, Bradley Belcher, Phil DeSpain, Ellis Howard, Jim Litherland(partial year) & Pat York Outside Removed dead bushes and planted grass Repaired brickwork on flowerbed at Fellowship Hall parking lot Gazebo lights replaced with LED and on timer (8 pm) Purchased and spread load of dirt (Michael Simon) around church, old Men’s Bible Class windows, Tots Lots sidewalk and Parsonage to fill in holes and improve drainage Set up & Tear down for Street Fair Church Building Fellowship Hall Replaced lavatory faucet in bathroom Repaired ice maker (East Refrigeration) Replaced loose drain in bathroom Repainted (Lambrecht Painting) Repaired kitchen sink drain Assisted Technology team to replace wiring for audio speakers Replaced dishwasher (Mulzer Foundation Fund) Repaired roof leak Repaired boiler system (small repairs) Replaced bulbs in arch and Sanctuary entrance with LED light bulbs Rewired lights in Bell Tower Replaced bulbs in Sanctuary (14) Replaced locks at Tots Lots doors Replaced all exit and emergency lights with new battery packs Installed night lights throughout hallways in church General upkeep and light bulb replacement throughout church Designed and installed outdoor banner display (Women’s Guild fund) Parsonage Repaired downstairs tub drain Repaired breezeway door latch Caulked windows at parsonage Purchased and installed new range hood Replaced doorknobs downstairs (2 bath/2 closets) Page 15

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