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For the month of November, we’ll be in our late-fall worship series called “IGNITE: One Life Can
Change the World.” Have you ever wanted to know what your life is worth? Have you ever
dreamed of really knowing what your purpose (or at least a part of it) is for your time on earth?
This month, we’re going to be discovering these very things. Here’s how the series will go this
month (October 27 kicked off this series with “My Story Can Change the World”):
November 3 – MY WORSHIP CAN CHANGE THE WORLD – Acts 16:19-34
November 10 – GIDEON SUNDAY
November 17 – MY READINESS CAN CHANGE THE WORLD – Acts 8:26-38
November 24 – MY INVITATION CAN CHANGE THE WORLD – John 1:40-51
And then … ADVENT BEGINS with ‘A SEASON OF HOPE.’ God has a special plan for each and every
one of us, folks—individually and collectively. Don’t miss out on find out just what those plans
are. Come join us this season, as we grow to be a stronger church together… Pastor Rom
UPCOMING SERMONS FOR NOVEMBER 2019
Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:00 AM
Sunday School & Youth Group 9:00 AM
Coffee Connections 9:00 AM
www.trinitylomira.org
November 2019 Monthly Newsletter
COME, YE THANKFUL PEOPLE, COME…
“Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever.” 1 Chronicles 16:34 (NLT)
Dear Trinity family,
I can’t believe this is November already—the month of Thanksgiving! And we, as the people of God, have so much to be thankful for. I’ve been thinking lately, even in the midst of the ups and downs of life, how God watches over us—as we place our faith in him—no matter what our current circumstances. My mind is also on those … less fortunate than us. And you don’t have to look too far to find them—those that are hungry, those that are lonely, and those that have been down on their luck for way too long. As the church of Jesus Christ, we are called to serve others, and that’s exactly what we’ll have an opportunity to do later on this month—in a very special way.
Nancy Pahnke, and others, will be organizing and leading our Thanksgiving Dinner that we serve here at Trinity UMC on Thanksgiving Day. The meal happens over the noon hour. We offer food for those who can’t afford to supply their own Thanksgiving meal. We also offer a safe place for folks to come and dine in our Fellowship Hall, so they won’t have to eat alone. These are things, as a community, we can do … and must.
Won’t you consider coming and joining us in serving the Thanksgiving Meal on Thanksgiving Day? Jane and I will be a part of the team that serves others on this day; and we’re wrapped up in plenty of time to go and have a meal with our family in the area too. It doesn’t have to be a choice of one or the other; both are possible. Then, both are cared for—both are served in the name of Christ.
I’m reminded too of one of my favorite Thanksgiving hymns that goes like this: Come, ye thankful people, come, raise the song of harvest home; All is safely gathered in, ere the winter storms begin. God our Maker doth provide for our wants to be supplied; Come to God’s own temple, come, raise the song of harvest home.
We have an incredible opportunity, in the name of the One who’s shown us what serving is all about. Let’s help bring the people safely in. Then, let’s help raise the song of harvest home … together. And let’s not forget Paul’s words to the Colossians (3:17, NLT), when he said: “And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father.” LOVE, GROW, and SERVE is what Trinity’s all about! Come help us live out who we are, as we serve others in our community this Thanksgiving! Working together to make His Body stronger,
Pastor Rom
The Lomira Food Pantry will soon be looking
for families who are willing to buy Christmas
gifts for those who use the Food Pantry. To
participate or for more information please
contact Ralph Germain with questions.
920-979-3041
We will begin collecting
early this year
for the Mitten Tree!
The Mitten Tree will be
the narthex starting
Sunday…
so it’s time to get those
needles busy!
Hats, scarves and mittens
for men, women, boys
and girls are needed.
November 1. Mark 15-16
2. Matthew 1-4
3. Matthew 5-7
4. Matthew 8-9
5. Matthew 10-12
6. Matthew 13-14
7. Matthew 15-17
8. Matthew 18-20
9. Matthew 21-22
10. Matthew 23-24
11. Matthew 25-26
12. Matthew 27-28
13. Luke 1
14. Luke 2-3
15. Luke 4-5
16. Luke 6-7
17. Luke 8-9
18. Luke 10-11
19. Luke 12-13
20. Luke 14-16
21. Luke 17-18
22. Luke 19-20
23. Luke 21-22
24. Luke 23-24
25. Ephesians 1-3
26. Ephesians 4-6
27. Colossians, Philemon
28. Philippians
29. Acts 1-3
30. Acts 4-6
2019
Share your Christmas Cards!
Here at Trinity we are one big family! This
year we will be starting a new tradition. At
the end of November– the New Year, a
bulletin board will be placed in the
connections room for all to share their
Christmas cards. Feel free to add your photo
card or greeting card for all to enjoy. Happy
Holidays!
No Choir practice on
Wed. Nov. 27th.
Trinity’s Election Day Spaghetti Dinner Needs You!
Tickets will be available between services or you can purchase at the door on
the night of the dinner. We will be needing cooks, set up, servers, wait staff, and
dishwashers… Sign-up sheets are located on the table by the sanctuary.
The annual event will be ran by Tammy Steers and Tammy Westphal
Donations of tortes are needed
for TUMC’s Annual Election Day
Spaghetti Dinner!
Sign-up sheets are
located on the table by
the sanctuary doors.
BAKE SALE! For….The TUMC Lomira-Missions Fund
The Bake sale will be held during the Election Day
Spaghetti Dinner on Tuesday November 5th from
4-7 pm. Donations of baked goods and candy can
be delivered to the church kitchen on Mon. after
9:00 am until Tues. before noon. Debbie Bintzler,
chair of Missions, will take care of the packaging
and pricing of the items. Contact Debbie with
questions at 920-579-0654.
(Please be sure and label your
donated baked goods for the
bake sale so they are not
confused with the desserts for
the dinner. Also please label if
your food contains nuts.)
UM Church Conference
This years local circuit Church Conference will take
place Wednesday November 13th, 7:00 pm– 9:00
pm at Salem United Methodist Church
120 Sheboygan St. in Fond du Lac.
The December Newsletter Deadline is
November 21st. Please have all of your
articles into the church office by
noon that day.
If bad weather occurs and TUMC Worship
Services need to be canceled you can check
the following locations, where it will be
announced.
Radio:
Sunny 97.7 Fond du Lac
Oldies 103.3 & AM 1170
WTCX 95.1 & 96.1 The Rock Fond du Lac
WMDC Great 98 Mayville Radio
K107 Fond du Lac
KFIZ Talk AM 1450 - Fond du Lac
WXRO 95.3 Beaver Dam
WBEV Talk AM 1430 - Beaver Dam
TV:
CBS 58 News Milwaukee
ABC 2 WBAY Green Bay Station
ABC 27 WKOW Madison
Website:
www.trinitylomira.org
Facebook :
Trinity United Methodist Church Lomira
Bibles were presented by the
Education Department
to the following students on
October 21st, during Bible Sunday.
4K
Leighton Graf
Johnathon Krueger
Veronica Sauer
3rd Grade
Tucker King
Clayton Marschie
Hunter Oechsner
Trayton Renderman
Cooper Thorn
Emmitt Todl
Sunday School Kids sing for Bible Sunday 10/20/19
Through the Doors
“Open my eyes that I may see glimpses of truth Thou hast for me. Place in my hand the wonderful key that shall
unclasp and set me free.” Powerful wands about the acceptance of Jesus and following the right path to gain
heaven’s gate. But these same words can be applied to other circumstances. Consider a young boy of five or six
living on a dairy farm on a dead end gravel road in 1943. For me, at that time, the farm was all the world to me
and I was contented. After all, my loving parents and brother were there, the animals- so what more was there.
But there was more, much more and the start of
another school year brings it all back to me- those early school
years. In 1944, having reached school age, I began my
education in a one-room school called Glen Valley School.
Located north of Campbellsport on Highway V where the old
Chicago Northwestern Railroad crosses the highway. Little did I
know that this school and wonderful teacher Miss Germaine
Schommer would instill in that young lad the thirst for
knowledge and to learn more about the world beyond the
borders of our farm and neighborhood. The school still stand
albeit now converted into a home and Miss Schommer, my
teacher for grades 1-8 is still with us and residing in Eden. So passing the school/home is like passing the corner
where Ebenezer Church once stood, my mind harkens back to when I found Jesus and my eyes were opened to
the teachings of Jesus and passing the school where my eyes were
opened to the learning of the world.
The School and that teacher made a lasting and profound
impact on my life. Due to the teaching of Miss Schommer and the
way she taught us, I was moved in later life to choose teaching as my
career. The over three decades of my life as a teacher was prompt-
ed when I first stepped through the doors of Glen Valley School. So
deep was the experience that my recollection of those by gone days
are still fresh in my mind.
To demonstrate, I can still visualize the room and where
everything was located-all after the elapse of 75 years. A Country school with little revenue for enrichment
programs, we relied upon station WHA from Madison to provide this aspect of our education. Every week had
the same progression of programs: Monday was given to study nature and our environment program was called
“Afield with Ranger Mack”. Tuesday was “Let’s Draw” taught by Professor James Schwalbach. That day the
teacher gave each of us a large sheet of manila paper and we took our crayons and created “works of art”. On
Wednesday it was “Let’s Sing” with Professor Gordon. Here we learned about notes, harmony and would sing
songs from a pamphlet sent out by the state (I still have one of them). “Music Appreciation” with Mrs. Eulida
Murphy introducing us to the classics of Beethoven, Mozart, Bach and the light classical music. Fridays was art
appreciation, Miss Schommer would show us a picture of a famous painting by Raphael, Gainsborough and
others. We would discuss what made the painting unique and so forth.
As I think back to that time-a one room school with no running water and no plumbing- how different
from today and all the technical marvels to enhance our present day education. While these (Continued)
The loss of a loved one often happens at the least expected moment, giving rise to the need of
making unplanned arrangements in a time of sorrow. Planning ahead for this inevitable event is
recommended and will ease the burden at this stressful time of need.
The selection of the final resting place should be given careful consideration with respect to the final
wishes of the family and the loved one. Location, accessibility, maintenance, and family tradition are
important qualities that should be thought of well in advance of the demand.
Trinity United Methodist Cemetery Association sponsors three well developed, beautifully
landscaped, perpetually maintained final resting places. Located in quiet, rural surroundings, choice
parcels are available on the sites of the former Emanuel and Ebenezer churches. The Salem
grounds in the Village of Lomira offers more urban surroundings. These sites represent historic fami-
ly resting places dating back to before the Civil War. Many sites are available at each of these loca-
tions. More detailed information may be obtained at our church website. www.trinitylomira.org
CEMETERY ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES PRICE INCREASE
The Trinity Cemetery Association has announced an increase in the cost of purchasing cemetery lots
at all three of the locations. Increased costs of perpetual care and maintenance are the primarily rea-
sons for the need. New prices will become effective as of January 1, 2020:
For members of Trinity Church, lot prices will be increased to $500.00 per lot from the current
$300.00. Perpetual care will be increased to $500.00 per person from the current $300.00.
For non-members, lot prices will be increased to $1,000.00 per lot from the current $600.00.
Perpetual care will be increased to $1,000.00 per person from the current $600.00.
Charges for other services can be found on the church web site www.trinitylomira.org
Listed under the links to Lomira tab or by calling Jan Guell at 920-948-9410
things were not yet available to us, we were still able to learn a great deal. Sometimes we learned about life
and the interaction with others. Time was simpler then- we paid little attention to fashion- so what if our
clothes were patched. We learned to accommodate- because school was small, softball games meant that
everyone participated from grade 1-8. Little ones were unable to hit a tossed ball, so we rolled it on the
ground. All were allowed to participate and to win. We learned the importance of cooperation and the ap-
plication of the Golden Rule.
Thus walking through the doors of Ebenezer Church and the doors of Glen Valley School was very
much alike. Through the portals of church my eyes were opened to the world of God and the glories of
Heaven. Through the doors of Glen Valley School, my eyes were opened to the greater world around us.
Both first time experiences forever changed my life. God has a plan for each of us and His hand is every-
where. I am indebted to Him for placing a great teacher like Miss Schommer on my path, who opened the
eyes of that young farm boy and sending the great teacher- Jesus- to open my eyes spiritually.
There is a great deal more that could be written about Glen Valley School and my experience there.
Perhaps I will. I loved that little school, the teacher and my fellow students, but most of all I love God!
-Bill Seefeld
4th Annual Youth Group Holiday Outreach Project - With your help the youth are hoping to collect 70 bottles of Suave Body Wash (15 or 18 FL OZ), any scent. A team from Trinity will be creating a simple ornament to attach to the wrapped bottles. These gifts will be taken to Hope Health & Hope Senior Living to be distributed to each tenant and resident for Christmas.
If interested in participating, please place the body wash you pur-chased (specifically requesting 15 or 18 FL OZ Suave Body Wash for uniformity) in the box located in the church library by December 8th. We appreciate your help to be able to provide this special gift for our senior friends!
The DEADLINE to return filled OCC SHOEBOXES and
QUARTER CONTAINERS (to be entered into the drawing for an OCC t-shirt)
is SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17th
OC
Q: Can I remove the packaging from items I purchased for my shoebox? A: You bet and we encourage you to do so! Besides making more room for gifts in your shoebox, you are also helping the environment in the country they will be delivered where sanitation may be an issue.
Q: How can I make a financial contribution to the Operation Christmas Child Ministry at Trinity? A: Cash or checks, made out to Trinity UMC that include “OCC Fund” in the memo, can be left in the church office, placed in the Sunday offering basket, or deposited in the donation receptacle on the OCC table. Financial support of this ministry is greatly appreciated at any time!
You still have time to pick-up and fill a shoebox – what a great tradition for your family! Filled shoeboxes may be left anywhere near the OCC barrel or displays – we’ll find them! Quarter containers can be placed in the Sunday offering basket, left in the church
office, or given to Amy Unferth or Heidi Zingsheim. Thank you for your support!
Consider ‘Liking’ the Trinity United Methodist Church Lomira Facebook page to be inspired and learn more about what’s going on in the life of your church.
Do you like to ‘Save Big Money at Menards’? Throughout the year Menards
(ie toothbrushes, washcloths, etc). If you are interested in purchasing items for donation and would like to be directly notified when such opportunities are presented, please reach out to Heidi Zingsheim or Amy Unferth to make arrangements on how to best contact you. No obligation to make purchases – just sharing infor-
Operation Christmas Child Ministry Update… Packing is underway and within the next 2 weeks, all 160 shoeboxes packed on your behalf will be ready to go! We are working through the growing pains of our first year and with joy are learning the ropes. Next year we hope to have a better handle on this task and will welcome the extra hands during the packing process. Thank you to all who offered to assist!
Millions of Boys and Girls Worldwide: Praise God for using Samaritan’s Purse to bring great joy and the Good
News of the Lord Jesus Christ to these children, their families, and the communities through gift-filled shoeboxes.
Every Shoebox Gift Delivered This Season: Ask the Lord to prepare each child to respond to God’s love, and
guide local churches around the world as they determine where to host outreach events.
Local and International Volunteers: Pray for the hearts of individuals who pack a gift-filled shoebox, that the
project would be a blessing to them as well as the child who receives the shoebox.
Please Join Us In Praying For:
“The most important thing you can put into a shoebox is prayer.” Franklin Graham, President, Samaritan’s Purse
Our partners in Harford seek your
help to pack 2000+ shoeboxes at their 11th annual packing party. Stop in
anytime during the hours noted for as long as you’d like. This is a
[…All Ages!]
Thank you, Trinity Church Family,
for your support to our family, during
Mom’s declining health and end-of-life
journey. Mom enjoyed keeping in
touch with your visits, greeting cards,
and church newsletter.
We are thankful that Mom is at
peace, free of the frustrations, confu
sion, agitation, etc., from Alzheimer’s
Disease! We are also grateful that she
knew us until the end.
Support during these life-changing
events is meaningful beyond words.
We are blessed to have you as our
Hometown Church Family.
Love and God Bless,
Family of Jane A. (Luedtke) Klein
-Thank You, Thank You, Thank you-
I’m so humbled and blown away by all the cards, gifts,
hugs and kind words, that I received during my staff
appreciation week. Thank you also to the Trinity
SPRC, for including the staff, in the appreciation
month of October. I truly appreciate your thoughtful-
ness! It’s not only about me...it’s about the wonderful
people in the choir, who love to sing and help me
spread God’s message to you. I can’t do it without
them! It’s heartwarming for me to know that my love
of music, along with my love of directing the choir, is
enjoyed by many. I feel the love and am truly blessed,
that God has brought me to Trinity and that I have the
privilege of being the Adult Choir Director. Thank you
to all!!!
Keep a song in your heart!
Pam Hilker
Thank you so much to everyone who made staff
appreciation week/month so special. The gifts,
cards, visits, hugs and support is overwhelming
and very much appreciated. I’d also like to
extend a special thanks to our Sunday School
teachers, youth leaders and music coordinators
for making the Sunday School and Education
Program so amazing. Thank you to the SPRC
for being so supportive of the staff and
volunteers. Lastly, thank you SO MUCH to
Pastor Rom (and Jane!) for making my
transition into my role in the office over the last
year so easy. I truly enjoy working here and
look forward to many more years to come.
THANK YOU!
Jessica Marschie
The real joy for us is to work in the Church for Jesus.
From a plaque in our home- Only one life twill soon be
past, only what’s done for Christ will last. As adults we
can watch our children to see how Love and Thanks is
shown.– The Bible does tell us “A Little Child Shall Lead
Them.” Trinity children are raised well and hold a
bright future. It is very nice to be appreciated by our
church family and we do thank you so much! You
have a special warmth and caring we feel always.
Our Love to ALL,
Priscilla & Jason
STRIKE UP THE TRINITY BAND
All band musicians welcome! Please come and help to
offer praise and Thanksgiving for the 8:00 am and 10:00
am Preludes on Sunday November 17th. A short warm
up & run through will take place before the services.
(with sweets!)
November Bir thdays
1 Neil Bialk
Kelly Brown
Denese Byington
Matthew Riehbrandt
2 Eric Westphal
3 Brennan Kanas
5 Judy Stucke
6 Harold Muehlius
Tina Rawlins
7 Hanna Faber
Lucy Stucke
10 Ellen Hodny
Todd Klein
11 Carlene Cardenas
13 Carol Dilling
16 Christopher Luedtke
18 Andrew Luedtke
19 Michelle Dahlinger
Ryan Faris
Jeff Luedtke
Dustin Westphal
20 Betsy Klein
Kincade Todl
Doreen Unferth
21 Gerald Walter
22 CeCe Jordan
23 Ben Kindschuh
Stephanie Luedtke
24 Jaxton Cole
Robert Meyer
25 Ellen Michels
Elaine Riedel
26 Rob Schaefer
27 Kati Kindschuh
November Anniversaries
1 Steve & Andrea
Cull
3 Doug & Mary
Kiehnau
12 Mark & Cindy
Hodny
13 Bruce & Carol
Dilling
15 Felix & Carlene
Cardenas
19 Steve & Diane
Luedtke
27 Eric & Brandy
Westphal
Sunday Nov. 3rd
Turn clocks back
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
We welcome you for dinner.
The Lomira Area Food Pantry and Trinity United Methodist Church
welcome you to Thanksgiving Dinner. This event is open to all in the
community who wish to enjoy good food and good company as our
guests - free of charge. If you and your family are new to the area, find
yourself alone for the holiday or just don't feel like cooking for your
group, this event is for you!
Interested in donating your time or resources? Please contact Nancy at
(920)269-4885 for more information. Thank you in advance for your
generosity. Delivery and carry-out orders are available by calling
ahead. See you there! Thursday, Nov. 28th
12:00 in the
Fellowship Hall.
Volunteers Needed For Christmas Decorating
Do you like to decorate for Christmas? Can you imagine the fun being
part of a team of several people who also like to decorate for
Christmas? If you feel God might be nudging you to step forward and
say, “Yes, I can help this year,” then please talk to Jason or Priscilla.
Decorating will take place Nov. 30th at 10:00 am (lunch to follow).
TUMC Prayer Concerns
Family of Gary Walker
Jodi Hernandez (Glenn Eichstedt’s sister) chemo treatments; 6 mo. Prognosis 10-20
James Miley (Friend of Jan G) recovering from back surgery 10-6
Tom Stahla (Friend of Jan G) recovering from stroke 10-6
Iris (Pam Wellso’s mom) recovering from car accident/broken ankle 10-6
Larry Schraufnagel home, progressing 9-23
Jan (Had) Johnson home with hospice care 9-22
Ed Michaels under hospice care 9-22
Norma Hatch (Friend of Judy Lerch) recovering from surgery 9-15
Ray Wifler (Andy Luedtke’s B-I-L) moved to Harbor Haven 9-15
Leon Weidmeyer (Deb’s brother) recovering from pneumonia/DVT 9-15
Richard Miller (Kathryn’s husband) pneumonia/possible cancer 9-15
Brenda Bergman pancreatic cancer (meal train online)
Robert Rambousek (Tina’s Uncle) undergoing radiation treatment 8-11
Brett Bannach Chron’s Disease 8-11
Carl Freitag (Carlene Cardenas’ brother) Parkinson's (10 years) 3-6 months to live 8-11
Jerry Stark in rehab 8-7
Diana Jewson stroke, making progress everyday 6-30
Eugene Balson chemo for bone cancer 6-3
Kim Wetzel health complications 5/5
Sandy Collier Chronic lymphocytic leukemia 11-15-18
Our Prayer list covers for 6-8 months. If you
feel someone needs to continue or be placed
back on the list, please let the office know.
For Prayer Requests please contact Jessica in
the church office by email, our website
(www.trinitylomira.org) or by phone.
Thank You.
TUMC Budget Totals
Year to date needed to meet budget: $175,651.00
Received through 10-20-2019: $137,370.8
Budget Shortfall: $35,280.00
November 2019 TUMC-Lomira Worship Services: 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Sunday School & Youth Group 9:00 a.m.
Coffee Connection Every Sunday between Worship Services. Open to Everyone!
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2
3 Staff
Appreciation/
Communion
Sunday
11:30 am
Membership
Class
6:00 pm Wolf
Meeting
4 5 ELECTION DAY
Spaghetti
Supper
4:00-7:00 pm
5:30 pm Girl
Scouts 8549
6
6:00 pm Bell
Choir
6:30 pm
AA & Al-Anon
7:00 pm Choir
7
11:30 am Bible
Study
8
9
10-11:00 am
Food Pantry
10
6:00 pm
Boy Scouts 740
11 12
8:00 AM UM
Men’s Group
3:00 PM Hope
Nursing Home
Service
6:00 PM SPRC
6:30 PM Ladies
Bible Study
13
11:00 am Staff
Meeting
6:00 pm Bell
Choir
6:00 Girl Scouts
6:30 pm
AA & Al-Anon
7:00 pm Choir
14
11:30 am Bible
Study
6:00 PM Girl
Scouts 8201
15
16
17
4:00 pm
Membership Class
18
12:00 pm
Blood Bank
19
5:30 pm Girl
Scouts 8549
5:30 pm Caring
Ministry Check In
6:30 pm Ladies
Bible Study
20
6:00 pm Bell
Choir
6:30 pm
AA & Al-Anon
7:00 pm Choir
21
11:30 am Bible
Study
6:00 pm Pack
Meeting
22 23
10-11:00 am
Food Pantry
24
6:00 pm Boy
Scouts 740
25 26
NEWSLETTER
DEADLINE
27
6:00 pm Bell Choir
6:00 pm Girl Scout
8153
6:30 pm
AA & Al-Anon
28
THANKSGIVING
OFFICE CLOSED
29 30
Trinity United Methodist Church
300 Church Street
Lomira, WI 53048
Return Service Requested
Rom Pegram, Pastor
Cell (Preferred) 1-608-417-0060
Church Office: (920) 269-4411 Parsonage-After 9:00 PM (920) 269-7292 Office Hours Tues.-Thurs. 9AM-12PM
Or by Appointment
Email: [email protected]
Church Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 9AM-1PM
