I appreciate all the conversations and encouragements from the many who reached out through various platforms over the last month. I want to thank you all for the opportunity to consider the bigger picture of Jesus’ Great Commission to make disciples of all nations, including how I personally fit into that, considering where I serve now and your ministry context. When I try to let go of the arrogant notion that either of these congregations (St. Andrew and Crown of Life in Marietta, Ohio) needs me specifically, as if God’s Word could return to him empty without achieving his purposes, one path emerges as more suitable. Therefore, I accept the call to serve as Pastor for Service and Outreach at St. Andrew. I look forward to dedicating my abilities to the ministry of loving God, loving each other, and serving the world. Between now and then, please pray for all the moving parts of this transition and the transition of Crown of Life.

Together in Christ,
Pastor Clinton Kreuziger

Praise God for providing us with a Pastor for Service and Outreach. We will be working with Pastor and Michelle to help with their transition. No timeline has been established yet. They have a house to sell in Ohio and a house to find here. In the future, you may be able to help with moving or a welcoming party. If these are your gifts and you wish to use them to welcome the Kreuzigers, contact Amy Hutter.

Weekend worship songs
Preview some of the songs we will use for worship this weekend. Obviously ours won’t sound exactly like this, but listening to the links provided will certainly help you be more comfortable participating in the service.

“My Jesus” by Anne Wilson
“His Mercy Is More” by Matt Papa, Matt Boswell
“Come, Behold the Wondrous Mystery” by Matt Papa, Matt Boswell
“Christ Be in My Waking” by Stuart Townend

WELS Campus Ministry
College brings about a lot of change. There is one thing that we pray stays the same, however. That one thing is faith in Jesus. WELS Campus Ministry helps college students stay connected. Click here for more information and to find a campus ministry near you!

WELS Singles
Did you know that November 11 is International Singles’ Day? If you’re widowed, divorced, or have never been married, we invite you to join us at the 2022 WELS/ELS Singles’ Retreat on November 11-13 at Camp Phillip, Wautoma, Wisconsin, for a weekend of fun and fellowship. For more information and to register, go here.  Registration deadline is October 11, 2022.

Impact
When Jesus says something, it is the truth, whether we can understand it or not. Why? Because he is God from heaven. Listen to Professor Stephen Geiger from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary share insight into a most fascinating conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus that is filled with truth. You can find Impact here or wherever you listen to podcasts by searching “Kjenstad Impact.”

PowerHour
A new year of PowerHour has begun! If you have a little one 3 or younger, check out this enriching ministry. PowerHour is for children and their parents, grandparents, or caregivers. For more details about PowerHour, click here. The next PowerHour is September 16: Fall Farmers’ Market.

Children’s ministries
Mark your calendar for the return of St. Andrew Sunday morning children’s ministries on September 11 from 9:30 – 10:15 AM.

Musikgarten | up to age 3
Plugged into Jesus | Pre-K3 – grade 5
Spark | grades 6 – 8
FUEL | high school students

All who attend grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ and in the love he has for them. These important ministries also lay a foundation for developing lives of faithful service to our gracious Lord. No registration is required.

If you would like to serve in any of these ministries, contact Staff Minister for Nurture Mark Kjenstad.

Window cleaning
We’re not sure how many windows there are here at St. Andrew and Westside, but we do know they need a good washing. The plan is to get those windows squeaky clean on September 17 from 9 AM – 11 AM. You can help. Everything you need will be provided, including donuts! Click here to join the crew!

Janitor position
Volunteers fill many, many roles at St. Andrew to carry out this ministry, but some roles we pay people to do. One of those paid positions is a daytime janitor during the school year to refresh bathrooms, do some general cleaning in the gym and sanctuary, etc. This isn’t the regular “heavy lifting” cleaning—we contract with Badger Chemical and Supply for the whole building cleaning after school. For more information about this part-time daytime janitor position, or to get the job description, contact Amy Hutter.