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Bond
Trinity Lutheran Church
523 4th Ave. SE, Jamestown, ND March 2021 Vol. 18 Issue 3
In this issue:
Altar Candle Sponsors………………………....3
Attendance ..............................................……3
Calendar ...................................................... 11
Council/Committee Contacts………………...12
Council Highlights ........................................... 8
Passages ..................................................... ..3
Pastor Kristi’s Message ................................ .2
Youth……………………………………………..6
Faith Quest ..................................................... 7
Lent 2021 …………………………………… 5
Stepping Stones ............................................. 7
Trinity’s purpose:
Connect with God
and with each other.
Share God’s good
news with all.
Did you know that Trinity wel-
comed Central Valley Health
and the Medicine Shoppe to
use the Fellowship Hall to pro-
vide COVID-19 vaccinations to
members of the community?
Register at
centralvalleyhealth.org or
Jamestown.medicineshoppe.com
if you are interested in scheduling
an appointment for a vaccine
when they are available.
Partnership for a Season
For everything there is a all be connected through Zoom whether we participate
season, and a time for from the two in person-sites or from home. For
every matter under now, the conversation is about less formal partnerships
heaven. such as providing meals on Tuesday evenings to
whoever needs a meal through the Come to the
Ecclesiastes 3:1
Table ministry housed at St. John’s, sharing
On February 1, we information about technical support for worship
began a partnership livestreams, and shared Bible studies in and across
with English Lutheran in communities. If there is interest, we may start to
Medina, and St. John’s explore more formal partnerships for shared pastoral
and Trinity Lutheran in leadership. For now, it’s like we’re looking at fields
Jamestown for this and thinking about what we might plant for this
season until Easter. season and for next season, but we haven’t actually
Much of that time includes Lent. Pastor Erik Weber purchased any seeds yet.
and the confirmation students of English Lutheran
I invite you to pray for these congregations and for
will lead worship on Wednesday evenings in Medina.
the wider community as we explore what might
I’ll be at English Lutheran for half days on Thursdays.
grow from the seeds God is getting ready to plant.
Pastor Erik and I will take turns leading worship in
Medina on Sundays. On the weeks when I lead In Peace,
worship at English Lutheran at 11:00 am, a video
Pastor Kristi Weber
recording of my sermon from 8:30 am will be
shown for the 10:45 am service at Trinity. For now,
those dates are February 7, 21, March 7, and March 28.
This partnership began following the resignation of
the pastor who had been serving English Lutheran.
The congregation had a short term arrangement for
November through January. They were ready for a
longer term plan with area ELCA congregations.
Another part of this season will include thinking
about what happens for the next season at English
Lutheran. By the end of March, the English Lutheran
Council will make a recommendation for the next
season (likely April – August.)
On February 21, Trinity Council members, Joni Zink
and Eric Knodel, along with Pastor Susan Haukaas
and I joined leaders from 19 congregations from
Stutsman, Logan, and western Lamoure counties at
a gathering at Emmanuel Lutheran in Gackle to
listen to one another about our congregations and
THE Bond is published monthly by
the communities we serve. Members of Methodist,
Trinity Lutheran Church
United Church of Christ, Episcopal, Presbyterian,
523 4th Ave. SE, Jamestown, ND 58401
and ELCA Lutheran congregations were invited to
Telephone (701) 252-2841
the conversation. These Christian denominations
E-mail: connect@trinityjamestown.com
share a more formal full communion partnership
Web site: www.trinityjamestown.com
that supports ways of working together.
Kristina Weber (320-2077)………………….. Senior Pastor
We were invited to explore how partnerships might Susan Haukaas (320-1446)……………… Associate Pastor
strengthen ministry and serve our communities Wendy Thompson …………………………..Pastoral Assistant
well. On March 7, the group plans to meet again. Ashley Gehlhar (320-8216) Director of Stepping Stones
Some folks will meet at Grace Episcopal in Kirstie Dobson (659-1226)………Director of Youth Ministries
Jamestown, others at Emmanuel Lutheran in Gackle, and Lynette Berry (320-5707)……...……...Faith Quest Administrator
still others will join the conversation remotely. We’ll Dick Morris………………………………………..Organist/Choir Director
Meggen Henke……………………… Administrative Assistant
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Worship on FM radio February worship attendance
If you are having trouble with the reception on In person at 8:30 a.m.
1400 AM for the radio broadcast of the 8:30 February 7 …….27
am Sunday worship, try 107.1 FM to get February 14 ………18
better reception. February 21……….34
Radio Broadcast February 28 …..38
3/7/21 by Les & Vicki Odland in honor of
Trinity Lutheran staff In person at 10:45 a.m.
3/14/21 by Mary & John Craft in memory of February 7 …….18
Carol (Craft) Carlson February 14 ………15
3/21/21 by Joyce Mueller in memory of Gladys February 21……….40
Nelson February 28 …..33
Altar Flowers
YouTube views
3/7/21 by Renea & Andy Dalbol in honor of
Robert Dalbol’s birthday Sunday 10:45 a.m.
February 7 ………50
3/21/21 by Dianna & Mark Pollert
February 14……….39
3/28/21 by Dave, Erin & Gabe Klein in memory February 21 (sermon only)…….25
of Jean Anderson February 28 …… 38
Altar Candles
3/28/21 by Scott & Beth Fritz in honor of Baby In Person Wednesday 6:30 p.m.
Benson January 27 ………12
February 3………. 8
February 10……2
Sponsorships for 2021 are available.
Please call the church office or check the sign-up YouTube views
sheets in the Narthex for the dates you would Wednesday 6:30 p.m.
like to sponsor these items. The cost is $15 for January 27 ………21
candles, $35 for flowers and $100 for the radio February 3………. 19
broadcast. It is a nice way to honor or memorialize a February 10………5
loved one. Ash Wednesday devotional video….89
Many dates are available throughout the year. February 24 devotional video…...60
Christ in our Home devotion books
The January, February, March edition is available at Trinity. Copies will be placed outside the building by the
north door for pick up Sundays through Thursdays (unless it is snowing or windy.)
Memorials
Lyle Hanson: M ark & Joan Gehlhar, Larry & Joyce Kukla
Lillian Jensen: Erin & David Klein, Larry & Joyce Kukla, Tena Law rence, Joyce M ueller,
Ardell Quigley, Norma Repko
Ellen Olson: Elizabeth Boyle, Eric Johnson
Maurinda Rosemore: Elizabeth Boyle
Honorarium
In Honor of Norma Repko: Sandi & Jerry Bettenhausen
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NOTES FROM THE MUSIC Quilting
DEPARTMENT
Two quilting days in February
It does not seem possible were fabulously productive as
that we are about to all quilters from the past year
complete an entire year of turned out, eager to get
dealing with the pandemic. In together again! Two more
the midst of all the changes days are scheduled: March 3
and 15 at 9:30 a.m. Quilt tops made at home
and concerns in our lives we
during the off-time were quickly tied into
have managed to continue to move forward in quilts. Money from Thrivent Financial paid for
new and creative ways. We have learned to two rolls of batting.
worship together with some people at church
and others at home. We give thanks for the Additional workers and fabric will be appreciated. No
experience is needed, just a readiness to a part
positive leadership given by our pastors to
of a bunch of happy quilters! If you are able to
discover meaningful and faith filled worship. We also come for any part of the day (which concludes
give thanks to all the musicians who have about 3 p.m.), please come wearing a mask,
stepped forward to provide special music hiding your smile! If you are staying through
throughout this past year. How blessed we are the noon hour, bring a sack lunch.
at Trinity Lutheran Church to have a congregation
and staff that clearly understands the words JRMC Telecare Program
"A Mighty Fortress Is Our God".
Telecare is a free
Dick Morris service for community
members who may
live alone, are
homebound, disabled,
recuperating from and illness or injury, or do not
have anyone to check on them. A volunteer calls
weekday mornings between 8am-10am to simply
give a friendly “hello”. Telecare gives peace of mind
to our clients and their families. It can be a lifesaving
service, but more importantly, it offers friendship,
kindness and a connection to the community. If you
or someone you know may be interested in this
Daylight Savings service, please call Regina Olson with JRMC
begins on March 14 Volunteer Services at (701) 952-4809 or email
at regina.olson@jrmcnd.com.
Don’t forget to set
your clocks ahead!
CRAFT YOUR WORRIES AWAY
Park River Bible Camp
March 19-21, 2021 Community Notices
Stay Safe and help prevent the spread of COVID
Come together to quilt, scrapbook, crochet 19.
and craft in fellowship with women and men Wash your hands.
in Christ.
Cover your cough.
Register at www.parkriverbiblecamp.org Stay home if you are sick and ask yourself if
Click on the “REGISTER” tab in the upper this trip is necessary if you are well.
right hand corner. You can then choose the
retreat and register. Please call 701-284-6795 with Find more information at www.cdc.gov or
health.nd.gov
any questions.
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Lent 2021
Renewal—Wednesdays in Lent
Each Wednesday, participate in a home based
experience with a Bible verse, song, prayer,
object, and a way to connect with others as you
connect with God.
Every Wednesday through March 24,
a devotional video w ill be posted on
TrinityJamestown.com and sent via email to
everyone on Trinity’s mass email list. If you are
not currently receiving emails from Trinity on
Thursdays and Saturdays, contact the church office
at connect@TrinityJamestown.com or 252-2841.
Renewal Boxes are still available for pick up at
Trinity between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday
Sunday Worship in Lent
through Thursday.
8:30 & 10:45 am
Exploring Themes of Renewal Holy Week
Palm/Passion Sunday—March 28 8:30 & 10:45 am
March 7—Renewal of Relationship in-person worship
March 14—Renewal of Reassurance Maundy Thursday—April 1 7:00 pm
in-person worship with communion
March 21—Renewal of Promise
(First Communion for 5th graders will
be held later in the year.)
Palm/Passion Sunday March 28 Good Friday—April 2 a video experience prepared by
Trinity Youth and musicians will lead you through
Christ’s betrayal and death on the cross.
Easter Sunday—April 4 8:30 & 10:45 am
in-person worship, socially distanced seating
additional seating in Fellowship Hall
There will be NO Wednesday worship in-person or online at Trinity through March 31.
If you wish to attend an in-person worship service, St. John's Lutheran Church will have
in-person worship each Wednesday at 5:15 pm on March 3, 10, 17, and 24.
Trinity's organist, Dick Morris, will lead music for those services.
Jamestown Ministerial Lenten Services
KSJB AM 600 or 100.1 FM will broadcast a 15 minute Lenten devotional delivered by area pastors at
10:30 on Sunday mornings. This is instead of in-person worship for the community this year.
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I waited patiently for the Lord; at last He Prayer: Good and Gracious God, We love you.
looked at me and He listened. He lifted me out Thank you for all of the blessings that you
of the ditch, pulled me from the deep mud. He lavish upon us. Thank you for loving us with a
stood me up on a solid rock to make sure that I never ending love. We ask that you continue to
wouldn’t slip. help us through this time. Dear God, we ask
that you help us find peace and help us keep
-Psalms 40: 1-2
our eyes focused on you, especially in the waiting. We
Waiting is hard. Especially when the thing that ask that you bless those who are working so
we are wanting, hoping for, or waiting on takes hard on our behalves, that they may stay safe
a long time. In this time, it feels like we have and healthy. And we ask for your provisions for
been waiting ages for Covid to end, for mask those whose need is great. We ask for your
mandates to be relaxed… for things to get back mercy and for your healing powers upon this
to “normal” (whatever that is anymore). And world. Keep us ever mindful of the big picture.
the waiting has been challenging. We love you.
But, The Bible has a lot to say about waiting. in Jesus' Holy Name,
Maybe if we use some of our waiting time to
Amen.
dig deep into what God has to say on the
subject, we might find the waiting won’t be
quite so difficult.
Isaiah 40:31 – But they who wait for the Lord
shall renew their strength; they shall mount up
on wings like eagles; they shall run and not be
weary; they shall walk and not faint.
Lamentations 3:25 – The Lord is good to those
who wait for Him, to the soul who seeks Him.
Psalms 27:14 – Wait for the Lord; be strong,
and let your heart take courage; wait for the
Lord!
Psalms 33:20 – Our soul waits for the Lord; He
is our help and our shield.
James 5:7 – Be patient, therefore, brothers
until the coming of the Lord. See how the Office staff continue working from both
farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, the office and home during regular business
being patient about it, until it receives the early hours. Please leave a message at 252-2841
and the late rains. or connect@trinityjamestown.com and
someone will get back to you. Thank you
for your patience and understanding.
When someone is in the office, call the phone
number posted on the door so you can be let
into the building.
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LITTLE MESSENGER Faith Quest
Administrator,
Lynette Berry can be
Faith Quest in March reached by email:
Feb. 28th & Mar. 7th - Fruits of the Spirit faithtjnd@gmail.com
No Faith Quest on March 14 (Spring Break) or by cell #
March 21 & 28th - Easter lessons (701) 320-5707
(watch email for info on picking up crafts) Call, text, or email
Teachers lead lessons with groups of families over Zoom. any questions!
All kids in a family will be on the same Zoom call each week.
There are usually two separate Zoom calls each Sunday.
We teach the 3 week rotation in a different way each week.
Zoom classes will last 20-30 minutes
beginning at 9:45 on Sunday morning.
Please register online at TrinityJamestown.com today to make
sure you are getting all the information you need for Faith Quest 10:45 AM Family Worship
this year! Once you are registered, watch your email for info
in-person and online
about logging into your Zoom class on Sunday
Includes ways for all ages
Contact Lynette Berry, our Faith Quest Administrator, if you
to actively participate
have any questions or are interested in teaching!
Children are invited to
participate from home or
in the sanctuary during
the 10:45 service.
Watch Music with
Mr. Morris videos
to practice singing
along during the
10:45 AM worship
service.
SteppingStonesPlayCenter.com Note:
Director for Stepping Stones
Ashley Gehlhar NO Faith Quest
SteppingStones@TrinityJamestown.com
March 14
Call 701-320-8216
(accepts texts)
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Council Meeting Highlights
7 p.m., Monday, Feb. 15, 2021 Zoom
Present: Jon Schlenker, Eric Knodel, Joni Zink, Judy Brueske, Erin Klein,
Pastor Susan Haukaas, Pastor Kristi Weber
Minutes: Erin Klein Judy moved that the minutes of the January meeting be approved. Seconded
by Eric. The motion passed.
Treasurer’s Report: Judy Brueske (Tax Forward information not available at this time. Judy will
e-mail it to the Council members when it is ready.)
ACTION ITEMS
1) Plan 2021 projects and funding sources
Current status of $180,000 received on 12/30/2020
$ 5,000 with CSG funds for sanctuary microphone upgrades
$ 27,033.46 with Cash Flow Reserve Funds to use as needed
$ 15,000 with Repair Cash Flow Reserve Funds to use for repairs
$ 54,711.94 in savings as undesignated
$101,745.40 remains from $180,000 received
Judy moved to approve going forward with blinds in the fellowship hall at a cost not to exceed
$12,300. Seconded by Joni. The motion passed.
Erin moved to approve going forward with video and sound in the Fellowship Hall and Gathering
Space at a cost not to exceed $31,000 using up Connect Share Grow funds ($7,694) and using the
estate gift for the balance. Seconded by Judy. The motion passed.
2) Plan order for RENEW spending Cash received through 2/3/201 approximately $94,000
(pledges as of December 31, 2020 approx. $314,000)
Mortgage Payments, Facilities Operations (General Fund),
10% gift to Eastern North Dakota Synod, Sanctuary Floor Replacement
Sanctuary Lighting
all together totals $103,000 and covers 2021 sanctuary projects
Eric moved to approve the proposed plan, as outlined above, for 2021 RENEW spending. Seconded
by Joni. The motion passed.
Items to Prioritize
a) 2022 and 2023 will pattern be $45,000 to goals, $5,000 as 10% gift? Consensus = yes
b) is mortgage, facilities operation and 10% gift first each year? Consensus = yes
c) Council members present for the meeting prioritized projects as follows:
1)Education wing roof replacement
2) $60,000 in savings toward boiler
3) Front steps and sidewalk
4) Principal reduction
5) LED lighting
Joni moved to approve the priorities as listed above. Seconded by Eric. The motion passed.
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3) Request from Together Counseling (formerly LSSND Abound Counseling) for office space on
Thursdays – Church Mutual sent paperwork requesting Together name Trinity as additional insured,
and provide certificate of insurance.
Jon moved to approve one month of Thursdays and evaluate after that how the building and
personnel are affected. Seconded by Eric. The motion passed.
Next meeting: 7 p.m., Monday, March 15, devotions by Judy
Next Exec team meeting: 12 noon, Tuesday, March 9
Financial Snapshot—Trinity’s General Fund
Through January 2021
Year to Date Income $ 21,059
Year to Date Designated Income* +$ 19,486
Year to Date Total Income $ 40,545
Year to Date Expenses -$ 44,211
Surplus (deficit) $ (3,666)
*Designated income includes funds received for specific bills paid through Trinity’s General Fund.
This includes $18,000 that represents 10% of the Estate Gift of Doris and Ellis Engel which was sent
to fulfill Trinity’s 2020 benevolence to the Eastern North Dakota Synod.
Thank you for your generosity that sustains Trinity’s ministries when people continue to participate
in worship online more than in-person.
RENEW campaign update through January 31, 2020
Donations received = $90,465
These donations to the RENEW campaign allow
$30,000 to be directed to cover the mortgage payments for all of 2021 and part of 2022
$30,000 to be directed to facilities operations to be available for repair/maintenance expenses
$ 5,000 to be given as a 10% gift to the Eastern North Dakota Synod
($5,000 of every $50,000 as it is received.)
$25,465 toward the $30,000 designated for sanctuary floor replacement
Thanks to your generosity, Trinity moves forward with a strong foundation on which to grow.
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Thank you for sharing your pictures for the Renew Art Project. Seeing your faces holding candles at
Christmas, making pizza, praying with your prayer cube, and showing your favorite places in
creation brings a spirit of joy and connection.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT WHEN I ATTEND
IN-PERSON WORSHIP AT TRINITY?
There is designated seating for all those who attend in-person
worship. Masks are required.
Please go to trinityjamestown.com for all current information.
10Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4 5 Office Closed 6
4:15pm Celebration Rehearsal 1:00pm Staff Meeting 9:30am Quilting
7:00pm Boy Scouts 2:30pm Text Study 7:15pm Choir Rehearsal
7:00pm Troop Parent Meeting
7 8 9 10 No School 11 No School 12 Office Closed 13
8:30am Worship with Communion 4:15pm Celebration Rehearsal 1:00pm Staff Meeting 7:15pm Choir Rehearsal 10:00am CVH Vaccination Clinic No School
9:45am Faith Quest 7:00pm Boy/Girl Scouts 2:30pm Text Study 12:00pm Jamestown Ministerial
10:45am Worship with Communion 4:30pm Worship Committee
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14 Daylight Savings Begins 15 16 17 18 19 Office Closed 20 Bond Deadline
8:30am Worship 9:30am Quilting 12:00pm Grace Circle 7:15pm Choir Rehearsal
10:45am Worship 4:15pm Celebration Rehearsal 1:00pm Staff Meeting
7:00pm Congregational Council 2:30pm Text Study
7:00pm Boy Scouts 7:00pm Wine & the Word
No Faith Quest
21 22 23 24 25 26 Office Closed 27
8:30am Worship with Communion 4:15pm Celebration Rehearsal 9:00am MS Vaccination Clinic 7:15pm Choir Rehearsal 10:00am Jamestown Conference
9:45am Faith Quest 7:00pm Boy/Girl Scouts 1:00pm Staff Meeting
10:45am Worship with Communion 2:30pm Text Study
28 Passion/Palm Sunday 29 30 31
8:30am Worship 4:15pm Celebration Rehearsal 1:00pm Staff Meeting 7:15pm Choir Rehearsal
9:45am Faith Quest 7:00pm Boy Scouts 2:30pm Text Study
10:45am WorshipNon-Profit Org.
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Trinity’s Purpose:
Connect with God and with each other.
Share God’s good news with all.
2021 COUNCIL MEMBERS (Telephone)
Jon Schlenker, President (251-1018)
Mitch Ostlie, Vice President (320-8822)
Erin Klein, Secretary (320-4560)
Judy Brueske, Treasurer (320-6473)
Worship at Trinity
Continues to be available on the radio Chris Flann, Vice President (269-6756) Nathan Steele (269-2811)
AM 1400/107.1 FM and online on Eric Knodel (320-9968) Greg Ulland (218-791-0415)
Skip Olson (252-8534) Joni Zink (320-1015)
Trinity’s YouTube channel
Sundays 8:30 am COMMITTEE/TEAM CHAIRS (Telephone)
(radio and in person) Altar Guild……………………………….………….….Ardell Quigley (952-5062)
Boy Scouts………...………………………………….. Aaron Motter (952-3428)
Sundays 10:45 am Education……………………………………………………………….. 252-2841
(in person and online every week) Fine Arts………………………………………………………………….252-2841
Library…………………………………………………………………….252-2841
Wednesdays in Lent Memorial……………………………………… ………Peg Beckman (252-1896)
Men of Trinity………………………………………….Randy Lebahn (952-8337)
(through — March 24) Outreach………………………………………...Donette Rasmussen (252-4890)
Parish Care………………………………………………..Ruth Urdahl (952-1733)
please participate from home Property & Management………………………………………………..252-2841
Selma Alexander/Trinity Foundation……………………...Bob Toso (252-5027)
(see page 5 for details) Stephen Ministry……………………………………… Carol Delaney (952-3793)
Women of Trinity………………………………………….Ruth Urdahl (952-1733)
Access through TrinityJamestown.com Worship ………………………………………………………………… .252-2841
and click online worship Youth………………………………………………..Wynn Rasmussen (252-4890)
Church Office……………………………………………………………...252-2841
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