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ST. ANDREW WEEKLY NEWS
October 28, 2018
St. Andrew Lutheran Church Worship Services:
12405 SW Butner Road, Beaverton, OR 97005 Sunday, 8:30 am
www.standrewlutheran.com; 503-646-0629 Sunday, 11:00 am
Devil,” a brief Sojourners article by Bradford Davis that discusses
Celebra,ng New Members Dr. Omalu’s discoveries. Toward the end of this article Davis asks
This Reformation Sunday, October 28, we welcome five new
the provocative question, “Is God a Football Fan?”
members to St. Andrew through Affirmation of Baptism. Please
welcome Kevin Kopsa, Jeff & Susan Smith, and Bob & Cindy If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Pastor Brocker at 503-646-
Stadel. We’re delighted to have you here! 0629 or e-mail him at brockerms@standrewlutheran.com.
Spirituality Book Group News Lutheran World Relief School Bags
The Spirituality Book Group will meet Sunday, October 28, to We have all the supplies that go into the Lutheran World Relief
discuss The Water Will Come: Rising Seas, Sinking Cities, and the school bags and the next step is to fill them up. Please join us at
Remaking of the Civilized World, by Jeff Goodell. This is a timely 5:30 pm on Tuesday, November 6, for a light meal in Fellowship
discussion of the issues surrounding climate change. “Once Hall before we get to work. Come join the fun! We have 302 bags
you’ve read an excellent book about climate change, which Jeff to fill so many hands are needed. No one is too old or too young to
Goodell’s The Water Will Come most certainly is, you can never help.
unremember the facts,” warned a review in The New York Times
in November 2017. Greet & Load for LWR Ingathering
We are recruiting new greeters and loaders to help fill the shipping
Date/Time: Sunday, October 28, 3:00 pm
container for Lutheran World Relief on Friday, November 9, and
Location: Pat Sandquist’s home,
Saturday, November 10. If you can make a two-hour commitment
18925 NW Lapine, Portland
either day (Saturday is morning only), that would be great! Load-
Discussion Leader: Barb Foster
ers must be able to lift 40 pounds, while greeters just need to be
All are invited! If you have any questions, feel free to call Mary friendly and helpful. To learn more or sign up, contact Roger
Smith at 503-332-9732. Sandquist at rogersandquist@frontier.com or 503-840-0001.
Movie Night: Disney’s Coco Our Mission Quilts at Home in Africa
It’s almost Halloween! This year, Halloween If you’ve ever wondered what happens to all the quilts that our
and the first day of Dia De Los Muertos Nifty Notters make for Lutheran World Relief, we now know
(Mexico’s Day of the Dead) both fall on Octo- where recent donations have gone. According to Melanie Gibbons,
ber 31. We’ll celebrate on Sunday, October Quilt & Kit Ministry Manager for Lutheran World Relief, our
28, when the entire congregation is invited to bring their family quilts were among those leaving the LWR warehouse on May 21,
and friends to watch Coco—a beautiful and exciting movie based 2018 and heading for Tanzania.
on the traditions of Dia De Los Muertos. The movie will begin at
“This shipment will reach 24,750 people in Tanzania
6:00 pm in Fellowship Hall, and St. Andrew will be providing
with Mission Quilts…. The cold season in this re-
theater-style popcorn and refreshment to enjoy with the movie.
gion begins in May and lasts through August, and
Contact Kyler Vogt at kvogt@standrewlutheran.com with any
quilts are a deeply comforting and practical gift to
questions. We hope to see you there!
all who receive them. Distribution...will mainly fo-
cus on orphanage centers and homes for the elderly.
Table Talk: Is God a Football Fan? The Kigoma region, which hosts a large number of
Gathered around the table in his home, Martin Luther refugees from Burundi and the Democratic Republic
talked openly with colleagues and students about matters of Congo, will also receive quilts.”
of faith, theology, and aspects of daily life. In an effort to
cultivate this kind of spirited discussion, Pastor Brocker
invites you to gather for our next Table Talk in Fellow-
NiTop of 2: News for Youth Welcome, Brad
If you happen to be at church on a weekday evening, please welcome Brad Barclay, our
Wednesday Nights for new evening staff person. He and his family moved here from California a year ago for
High School Youth a change of pace. During the day, he drives a school bus for the Beaverton School Dis-
You asked for it, so you’ve got it! Continu- trict and really enjoys the responsibility and children he is entrusted with transporting.
ing on Wednesday, October 31, from 7:00- Please welcome Brad to our staff!
8:30 pm each Wednesday night, the high
school youth group will be getting together Remember: We Wear Red for Reforma,on
to simply hang out and play games togeth- Just a friendly reminder that on Reformation Sunday (October 28) many like to wear red
er. No sermons, no studies, no strings at- to church. St. Andrew has made wearing red for the Day of Pentecost and for Refor-
tached—just pure, unadulterated commu- mation Sunday a tradition. We often have to explain this behavior to visitors, who might
nity time. Can’t wait to see you there! wonder if they’ve discovered a cult in the heart of Beaverton, but it’s a cool thing to do.
Middle Schoolers Headed Meet the Match for EcoFaith Recovery
EcoFaith Recovery has received a $12,000 matching grant for 2018 from the InFaith
to SuperPlay Community Foundation. The grant will match all first-time gifts, the amount of any in-
If you like bowling, then this creased gift compared to last year, and 12 months of any new or increased recurring
event will be right up your al- monthly gift that is set up before the end of the year.
ley! The next Middle School
Fellowship Night will be on EcoFaith Recovery has equipped 30 young adult interns to date. Five young people from
Saturday, November 3, at Su- St. Andrew have received one of these mentored, stipended internships! EcoFaith is the
perPlay (9300 SW Beaverton other part-time ministry that Pastor Robyn serves, and meeting this $12,000 matching
Hillsdale Hwy). Our night will include 2 ½ grant is a key step in stabilizing the funding for EcoFaith’s internship program so that
hours of unlimited bowling and a $5 arcade EcoFaith can develop young adults and other conscious leaders who organize their con-
card. The cost is $10 per student. We’ll meet gregations to act for a just world where all have clean air, safe water, healthy food, and
at the bowling alley at 6:30 pm to begin our life-giving work. You can learn more and contribute at www.ecofaithrecovery.org or
unlimited bowling session, which will last pick up flyers about EcoFaith’s Meet the Match campaign on the table under the bulletin
until 9:00 pm. I hope you can “spare” the board in the Narthex.
time to join us for this awesome event!
Kyler Vogt November Silver Saints Potluck
Children & Youth Ministry Coordinator On Wednesday, November 7, the Silver Saints will meet in
Fellowship Hall for a potluck. Following lunch, Carmen
I’ll Push You Movie Night Farmer, an enjoyment coach who helps retirees experience ful-
On Saturday, November 10, all middle fillment in life, will present some ideas on how to “Be Your
school and high school youth are invited to Own Cruise Director: Take Life from Good to Great.” Please
a screening of I’ll Push You, a documentary sign up in the Narthex and bring your favorite dish to share.
about best friends Patrick and Justin (who
grew up down the street from Kyler in On- Finding Home
tario, OR) and their 500-mile journey along Julie Aageson’s fourth article in her online series for Living Lutheran is now available.
the Camino de Santiago...with a slight You will find it at www.livinglutheran.org/2018/10/finding-home-imago-dei/. A few
catch: one of them is in a wheelchair. Join copies are available in the Narthex for those without Internet access.
us to see what IMDB calls a “one-of-a-kind
documentary chronicling their pilgrimage, WORSHIP LEADERS (8:30 AM / 11:00 AM)
which will resonate with viewers craving Presiders .....................................................................................................Pastor Robyn Hartwig
stories of faith, hope, love, and the power of Preacher ....................................................................................................... Pastor Mark Brocker
community.” Laura Christiansen will also Minister of Music ............................................................................................. Allison Katsufrakis
be joining us to share her journey of faith Assis ng Minister ................................................................. Pat Chris ansen / India Jensen-Kerr
and life that she experienced during her Lector ........................................................................................ Suzanne Warnes / Jennifer Trom
trip along the Camino this past year. The Acolyte ........................................................................................ Tanner King / Tanner McQueen
event will begin at 6:00 pm in the Youth Organist ................................................................................................................... Susan Friesen
Room. This is one night you won’t want to Musicians ........................................................................... Bells of Grace; Dan Schmidt, trumpet
miss. See you there! Welcome Team .........................................................Larry & Bonnie Bliesner / Ted & Fran Miller
Ushers .................................................................................. Dwight & Debbie Jerde, Judy Guist /
................................................................................................ Ron & Jan Wismer, Joanne Zenger
Gay Nine,es Luncheon Hosts ........................................................................ Max & Susan Maxwell / Dan & Sharon Fako
Minister of the Altar .................................................................................................... Judy Scholz
If you’re 90 or older, please join the pastors
Worship Coordinator ........................................................................ Cheryl Caines / Pam Jelineo
for a luncheon on Sunday, November 4, at
12:30 pm in Fellowship Hall. Come make a Preservice music begins 10 minutes before the service this week. Come early to hear the
joyful noise unto the Lord. Please call the Bells of Grace, as well as pieces for organ and trumpet.
church office at 503-646-0629 to let us know
you are attending and whether your desig- The flowers on the chancel today are given to the glory of God by Carol Hogan in honor
nated driver or any family will be joining of Reforma on Sunday.
us.In Need of Prayers...
NAME PRAYERS FOR… CONTACT
Family and friends of Dennis Wheary Peace and God’s comfort at his death Alena Wheary
Carol Horton Healing and recovery Carol Horton
Regina Hartwig Healing and recovery Pastor Robyn Hartwig
Tonya Healing and recovery Gretchen Bancroft
Ginny Link Healing and recovery Ginny Link
Jean Fredrickson Comfort and favorable test results Jean Fredrickson
Majel Parker Smooth transition Pastor Robyn Hartwig
Dan Bianucci Thanksgiving that surgery is not needed Judy Scholz
Those facing ongoing illness or distress Healing and assurance of God’s presence Staff
Jo Bowman, Tandy Brooks, David Bumgardner, Carole Brown, Al & Marilyn Hanson, Kurt Kaul, Lee Kaul, Barry Larson,
Marvel Lund, Ian MacDonald, Hugh Mason, Brian McKiernan, Corky Poppert, Jolie Reyna, Shane Throckmorton, Gary Tubbs
Bishop Elizabeth Eaton Wisdom and discernment Staff
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Blessings on our ministry Staff
Taiwan Lutheran Church Strength and wisdom Staff
Sunriver Christian Fellowship, Sunriver Serving with us in the Oregon Synod Staff
Al Furqan Islamic Center Blessings on our interfaith partners Staff
If you know someone in need of prayers, please contact the church office by phone at 503-646-0629
or e-mail office@standrewlutheran.com Tuesday-Friday, prayerchain@standrewlutheran.com Saturday-Monday.
Book Fair Help Needed Informa,on on the Issues
St. Andrew’s annual Book Fair is scheduled for Sunday, Novem- You’ve probably received your ballot for this
ber 18, and we need some help to get ready. If you can pick up November’s election. As always, there are a
the books at Annie Bloom’s Bookstore in Multnomah on Friday, wide range of candidates and issues that we
November 16, and then unload them at the church, please contact all need to weigh in on. It is not the practice of
Mary Nell Mahler (mnmahler01@frontier.com or 503-524-1835). the ELCA to tell its members how to vote;
Any remaining books will need to be returned to the bookstore however, it is helpful to consider the views of the candidates and
when the Book Fair has concluded on Sunday afternoon. the implications of the initiatives through the lens of our faith
tradition. To help sort through the myriad issues facing all of us
We also need help unpacking books on Saturday, November 17,
as voters this fall, Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon has published
from 2:30-4:30 pm. After the books are sorted, we’ll need to move
a set of recommendations based on our shared theological princi-
the tables to the side of Fellowship Hall so we do not interfere
ples. Look for a table in the Narthex with this information, plus
with the Taiwanese Thanksgiving dinner that begins at 4:30 pm.
other resources from a faith perspective. And please remember to
vote by November 6. Your voice matters.
Fantasy Football Update
In back to back weeks, Ben Moore has gone head to head with his
kids in Fantasy Football, playing Emily’s “Moore Touchdowns”
Supper Groups 2019
It’s that time of year when we can sign up for
in week 6 and Alex’s “Knowwhere Rabbits” in week 7. To make
food and fellowship in 2019. In the hallway,
things interesting, they decided to make some friendly wagers—
near the kitchen, you will find two empty
for Emily, the wager was food; for Alex, paintball. In both games,
sheets of paper with pictures of food in the
the underdog emerged victorious: Ben defeated Emily in week 6
margins. You can sign up for eating in homes
and earned some homemade brownies in the process, but lost to
or in pubs, cafes, restaurants, or picnic benches.
Alex this week, meaning he’s taking him out to play paintball in
If you have a special request regarding a day of the week, that
the near future. Ouch! This just goes to show that in Fantasy Foot-
works best or food allergies to avoid, there will be a space to in-
ball, all bets are off. Good luck, Ben; don’t forget to serpentine!
clude that. The poster will be there until November 25 and before
2018 is over, you will be notified of the members of your group
Eagle Scout Project for Cat Adop,on Team and contact information so you can start the feasts and fun in
For his Eagle Scout project, Mason Stecher is 2019!
organizing Troop 618 to make blankets, scratch-
ing posts, and toys to donate to CAT, the Cat Unsure if this is for you? Maybe you are out of town a lot and
Adoption Team, a nonprofit organization in don’t know how this would work for you? Groups have space for
Sherwood that rescues and adopts out cats need- folks who are only in Oregon part-time. You can sign up and try
ing homes. The organization has placed more this out. Most groups are 5-7 people, not necessarily couples.
than 45,000 cats in the 20 years it’s been in existence. He is cur- While most groups are filled with adults, we have family groups
rently fundraising for his project and accepting donations, as well with children as well. Still unsure? For more information, check
as cans and bottles for recycling. If you’d like more information with Sharon Fako, sfako24@comcast.net.
about CAT, Mason’s project, or would like to donate, please con-
tact Mason at mtstecher18@gmail.com. Donations may be
dropped off in the church office.Highlights for the Week at St. Andrew Lutheran Church
For the most complete and up-to-date information, please visit the online calendar at www.standrewlutheran.com.
Sunday, October 28, Reforma,on Sunday
Early Morning Family Promise Week Ends
8:30 am Worship with Communion ...................................................................................................................................... Sanctuary
9:45 am Sunday School (3 years old-5th grade) ........................................................... Children’s Commons, Classrooms, Children’s Library
9:45 am Confirma on Class (6th-8th grades)........................................................................................................................................ Library
9:45 am High School Youth Group ............................................................................................................................................. Youth Room
10:00 am Adult Educa on: Ethics Forum: God, War, and Peace ............................................................................................. Fellowship Hall
10:00 am Adult Educa on: Hidden Things: A Survey of Intertestamental Wri ngs ............................................................................. Chapel
11:00 am Worship with Communion ...................................................................................................................................... Sanctuary
11:00 am Taiwan Lutheran Worship & Sunday School .................................................................. Chapel, Children’s Commons, Classrooms
6:00 pm Movie Night: Disney’s Coco ..................................................................................................................................... Fellowship Hall
Monday, October 29—Church Office Closed
10:00 am Meals on Wheels/Loaves and Fishes ................................................................................................................................... Off Site
6:00 pm Troop 618 Mee ng ........................................................................................................................................................ Parking Lot
Tuesday, October 30
7:00 am Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study ....................................................................................................................... Elmer’s Restaurant
7:00 am Women’s Sunrise Spirituality Group .................................................................................................................. Elmer’s Restaurant
10:00 am T’ai Chi ..................................................................................................................................................................... Fellowship Hall
10:00 am Service CommiIee Thanksgiving Box Build ........................................................................................................................ Narthex
7:00 pm Table Talk ................................................................................................................................................................. Fellowship Hall
Wednesday, October 31—Weekly News submissions due by 4:00 pm
10:00 am Chair Yoga ................................................................................................................................................................ Fellowship Hall
6:00 pm Handbells Rehearsal......................................................................................................................................................... Sanctuary
7:00 pm Wednesday Night Youth Hangout................................................................................................................................ Youth Room
Thursday, November 1
9:30 am Seekers of the Heart of God................................................................................................................................. St. Andrew Room
10:00 am Floor Yoga ................................................................................................................................................................ Fellowship Hall
10:00 am Taiwan Fellowship................................................................................................................................................................. Library
Friday, November 2
10:00 am T’ai Chi ................................................................................................................................................................................ Narthex
Saturday, November 3
9:00 am NiJy NoIers ............................................................................................................................................................ Fellowship Hall
2:00 pm Taiwan Lutheran Church Mee ng ........................................................................................................................ St. Andrew Room
Sunday, November 4, All Saints Sunday, DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS
8:30 am Worship with Communion ..................................................................................................................................... Sanctuary
9:45 am Sunday School (3 years old-5th grade) ........................................................... Children’s Commons, Classrooms, Children’s Library
9:45 am Confirma on Class (6th-8th grades)........................................................................................................................................ Library
9:45 am High School Youth Group ............................................................................................................................................. Youth Room
10:00 am Adult Educa on: Ethics Forum: God, War, and Peace ............................................................................................. Fellowship Hall
10:00 am Adult Educa on: Hidden Things: A Survey of Intertestamental Wri ngs ............................................................................. Chapel
11:00 am Worship with Communion ..................................................................................................................................... Sanctuary
11:00 am Taiwan Lutheran Worship & Sunday School .................................................................. Chapel, Children’s Commons, Classrooms
12:30 pm Gay Nine es Luncheon .............................................................................................................................. Fellowship Hall, Kitchen
2:00 pm Eagle Project Prepara on ........................................................................................................................................ Fellowship Hall
Preparing for Next Sunday A HearHelt Thank You
Scripture Lesson for November 4 Many thanks to all the wonderful people at St. Andrew who
shared expressions of sympathy with me upon my mom’s death.
First Lesson: Isaiah 25:6-9 Your words, cards, prayers, and visits are much appreciated and
Second Lesson: Revelation 21:1-6a a welcome accompaniment for me as I navigate the grief that
Gospel: John 11:32-44 comes with losing a parent.
God bless you!
Thank You! Donna Brocker
Thank you to all for your prayers, wonderful cards, and kind
words during my mother’s failing health and subsequent pass- Time Change Coming
ing. It was much appreciated and helped a lot during a very Get ready, everyone! On Saturday November 4,
difficult time. My St. Andrew family will always be remem- we turn our clocks back one hour. The good news
bered for their caring and kindness. is that our mornings will get light earlier, but
May God Bless You, many of us will be driving home in the dark. Just
Mike McDowall & Family remember that next week it’s time for a change!November 2018 Worship Leader Schedule
November 4 November 11 November 18 November 25
Assisting
GORDON TEIFEL KRISTIE GLADHILL LUANN STAUL
Minister, 8:30
Assisting
CARL DAHLQUIST LIBBY CALHOUN CARL DAHLQUIST
Minister, 11:00
Cantor, 8:30 ALLISON KATSUFRAKIS KRISTIE GLADHILL LEE ANNE KNAPP
Cantor, 11:00 ALLISON KATSUFRAKIS PAT CHRISTIANSEN GRETCHEN BANCROFT
Lector, 8:30 JACOB UFFELMAN LUANN STAUL SUZANNE WARNES
Lector, 11:00 JENNIFER TROM LEE ANNE KNAPP CHRIS WEISS
Ushers, 8:30 MIKE & LINDA MIKE & LINDA
MCDOWALL MCDOWALL ED & LINDA FRANSEN ED & LINDA FRANSEN
CAROL HOGAN CAROL HOGAN
Ushers, 11:00 HAL DOUGLAS
RON & JAN WISMER DAN FAKO DAN FAKO
JOHN FRITZ
JOANNE ZENGER TOM & BARB LANE TOM & BARB LANE
GARY LINK
Hosts, 8:30 LARRY & BONNIE ROGER & PAT PAM FARR
ED & LINDA FRANSEN
BLIESNER SANDQUIST VICTORIA KOVALENKO
Hosts, 11:00 DIANNE, ERIC, & JERRY ENTRIKIN DIANNE, ERIC, &
DAN & SHARON FAKO
BRIAN ZUPUNSKI HAL DOUGLAS BRIAN ZUPUNSKI
Acolyte, 8:30 TOVAH MAAS DAVID HARKER RILEY MITLEHNER NILS ACKMAN
Acolyte, 11:00 MARIA NAVARRE LILY AU JENNIFER MITLEHNER TANNER MCQUEEN
Welcome Team, MIKE & LINDA PAT HILLIKER LARRY & PHYLLIS
8:30 MCDOWALL PAT SANDQUIST VACHAL
Welcome Team, MARY SMITH JAN SMITH & PATTY JONES
PHYLLIS MORRIS
11:00 MARY ANN SNIDER SUE CAHLANDER SHARON FAKO
Minister of the
MARIELLEN FLOOD JUDY DEAL JUDY CIFUNI JUDY DEAL
Altar
Worship
SUZANNE WARNES SANDI BEAVERS BETH JOHNSON
Coordinator, 8:30
Worship
CARL DAHLQUIST PAT CHRISTIANSEN SHARON FAKO
Coordinator, 11:00
November Birthdays
Logan Uecker 11/1 Allison Katsufrakis 11/10 Sovathana Ly 11/18
Ronald Olshausen 11/1 Emily Moore 11/12 Jack Scholz 11/19
Theodore Miller 11/1 Lydia Ragan 11/13 Sue Cahlander 11/20
Danny Flood 11/2 Noelle Mehlhorn 11/13 Carol Hogan 11/21
Jennifer Hooson 11/2 Benjamin Matsuo 11/14 Marlene Maxwell 11/22
AJ Uecker 11/4 Rebecca Uecker 11/14 Nils Ackman 11/22
Jill Folkestad 11/4 Marley Myers 11/15 Tiffany Lo 11/23
LeAnn Haslett 11/4 Mary Brown 11/15 Jim Aageson 11/24
Debi Gustafson 11/6 Melissa Allen 11/15 Shelley Jelineo 11/25
Nora Duggan 11/6 Tandy Brooks 11/15 Susan Kintner 11/27
Blaine Covert 11/7 Diane Riley 11/16 Deanna Piscitelli 11/29
Joani Wardwell 11/7 Mary Carroll 11/16 Steve Christiansen 11/29
Sylvia Nesset-Lei 11/7 Rob Brown 11/16 Gordon Teifel 11/30
Jane White 11/9 Carol Kreger 11/18
Sara Hays 11/9 Gretchen Bancroft 11/18You can also read
