The Weekly Newsletter

Signs of the end

In the first part of Matthew 24, Jesus gives us some disturbing details about the end of the world, but knowing what is coming can spare us confusion and disappointment. Let us not be so distracted by the circumstances that we forget the most important detail: Jesus will return! Until he does, we gather to worship him and proclaim his Word. The next opportunities are Thursday night at 7 and Sunday morning at 8 or 10:30.

Call updates

We will be calling for two positions on November 22 at 11:45 AM: a Westside Christian School teacher for 5th grade and a Pastor for Outreach. After open discussion about the needs of our ministry and the candidates provided by synod representatives, the voters will select one candidate for each position who will then receive the call.

The November 8 meeting approved recommendations to call Mr. Ron Kerr to serve as Director of Ministry Operations and Mr. Joe Ritter to be called to his position that includes Word of God instruction.

Dr. Tammy Mielke continues to deliberate her call to serve as teacher of 9th and 10th grade English at Fox Valley Lutheran High School in Appleton. Please keep her in your prayers.

Thanksgiving worship

As we begin the month of November, our hearts turn to gratitude. We have a lot to be thankful for this year at St. Andrew and Westside including a beautiful new space to fill with people who need to hear about Jesus. As we reflect on our place of peace, we will dig into what God's peace means to each of us and how we can share that peace with others. Join brothers and sisters at St. Andrew for A Place of Peace Thanksgiving on Wednesday, November 25, at 6:30 PM.

Advent Choir

December is coming soon, and the Adult Choir is preparing to sing on Sunday, December 6. Join your fellow brothers and sisters at rehearsals on Wednesdays, November 11, 18, and December 2 as we get ready to welcome the newborn King.

Milestones

Last weekend we celebrated the ministry milestones of three servants who have served in the ministry for five years. They have all served their entire ministry at Westside Christian School, Mrs. Val Weiss as Director of Student Services, Mrs. Emily Schriefer as middle school science teacher, and Mr. Levi Schriefer as 4th grade teacher. We thank them for their service, and we pray that God continue to use them for good.

Worship check-in

If you worship on-site, please fill out the Connection Card attached to your worship folder. Online worshipers, please continue to check in here.

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.

"O Church Arise (Arise, Shine)"by Keith, Kristyn Getty, Chris Tomlin "It Was Finished upon That Cross" by CityAlight "Hymn of Heaven" by Phil Wickham "Revelation Song" by Kari Jobe

FUEL scavenger hunt

St. Andrew has a ministry that serves high school students. We call it FUEL. On November 13, FUEL is heading to Epic for a scavenger hunt. Join the fun. Contact Seth and Delaney for details. FUEL also meets on Sundays at 9:30 in room 114 to discuss life and God's Word. Encourage your teen to attend.

Rooted in Christ—A Women’s Ministry event

Come join us on December 1 at 5:00 PM for a festive evening of TINSEL (decorating), TABLE (dining), and TUNES (singing) to start the Christmas season. We will gather for fellowship in the Vineyard with a soup supper and complete the evening singing carols by candlelight after lighting the newly decorated Christmas tree. Cookie lovers who want to “bake a little” and “share a little” are invited to bring their favorite homemade cookies to TRADE (exchange). Please sign up here or at the desk in the atrium.

Forward in Christ

The November issue of Forward in Christ is in the atrium. Each month, FIC offers wonderful Scripture-based articles on timely and relevant topics. Please help yourself. In this month’s issue you will find the following topics:

An unusual road for a new pastor

Pre-planning your Christian funeral

Why can a Christian thank God in the midst of suffering?

Revelation and "The Great Tribulation"

Impact podcast

Because we use it so often, it is good to know more about the Apostles' Creed. Martin Luther College Professor Nick Schmoller is here to help us understand this treasured confession of the Christian faith. You can listen to Impact here or by searching for “Kjenstad Impact” wherever you listen to podcasts.

Calling all painters

As part of wrapping up the building project, a number of rooms and spaces could use a coat of paint. If you enjoy painting, consider adopting one item from the list to accomplish when it's convenient for your family:

Prime and paint the conference room off the atrium

Prime and paint the principal’s office

Prime and paint the worship assistant’s office

Putty and touch up paint throughout the new building

Touch up paint throughout the original building

If you are interested in adopting a painting item, please contact Properties Director Jackson Hunter.

Emergency Response team

This is a great way to serve on Thursdays or Sundays and provide our guests with an extra measure of peace. Having someone who knows what to do in various specific circumstances can make a big difference. If you can be that someone, this might be a service role for you. Contact Pastor Clinton for more information.

Part-time paid position | Facilities Manager

St. Andrew is seeking someone to be responsible for the overall maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness of our campus. The facilities manager will handle routine preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and facility setups/teardowns, in addition to coordinating with external contractors. Applicants should have strong organizational and communication skills, adaptability, effective team leadership, and a proven ability to plan and execute. If interested, please contact Ben Carlson, President of the Board of Directors.

Monthly Mission Partner

Our November partner is our sister mission churches in Nepal. Though the glacier collapse and flash flooding of late August did not directly impact these congregations, opportunities abound, but one current obstacle is that some of these congregations do not have restrooms. Our donation could change that, so let’s pray for the ministry efforts there this month and consider how our monetary gifts might help them upgrade their facilities significantly.

Wave Teams

Westside Christian School has Wave Teams once a month. Wave teams provide an opportunity for all students to get together in different age groups. Students work on a project and enjoy getting to know each other.

Job opportunity | Classroom aide

Westside Christian School is looking for a part-time classroom aide for grade 4. If you are interested and would like more information, please reach out to Mr. Plath, and he can provide you with all the details.

Serving Jesus at St. Andrew this week, November 12 & 15, 2026

Musicians

Lead musician: Lola Weiss Vocalists: Jonathan Fricke, Sarah Kuschel, Emma Nolte Guitar: Liam Liermann, Chad Schaal Drums: Brandon Brickner Saxophone: Wayne Utke

Greeters

Thursday: Alex Bindl, Tracey Bindl, Sharon Saxby 8:00 AM: Amy Beier, Leroy Brandt, Duane and Lynnda Ehlke 10:30 AM: Diercks family, Malia Thomas, Tianna Thomas

Worship Attendants

Thursday: James Lund, Dave Rortvedt 8:00 AM: Bill Beier, Aaron Dix 10:30 AM: Greg Yunger, Zach Yunger

Lay Readers

Thursday: Mitch Hutter 8:00 AM: Steve Ludwig 10:30 AM: Colin Hoffman

Communion Assistants

Thursday: Mitch Hutter 8:00 AM: Ben Carlson, Edward Murray 10:30 AM: Jackson Hunter, Mark Westphal

Communion Care

Thursday: Cheryl Utke 8:00 AM: Rachel Martalock 10:30 AM: Mary Liermann

Audio

Thursday: Naomi Laabs 8:00 AM: Todd Kleman 10:30 AM: Naomi Laabs

Slide Tech

Thursday: Dan Fischer 8:00 AM: Connor Dix 10:30 AM: Micki Ross

Livestream Video

Seth Fenske

Hospitality

Thursday: Amanda Taticek 8:00 AM: Heidi Wolf 10:30 AM: Claire Crain

Connection Card Assembly

Brittany Engel

Offering Caretakers

Andy and Lisa Bindl

Musikgarten

Karen Hong

Plugged into Jesus

Austin Brunet, Isaac Heckman, Hannah Ihlenfeldt, Sarah Kuschel, Emma Nolte, Jane Povich, Logan Thomas

Spark

Daniel Plath

FUEL

Seth and Delaney Fenske

Growth Group Leaders

Mary Bruskewitz, Scott Fanello, Paige Fricke, Brian Fritz, Clayton Grow, Amy Heckmann, Mark Kjenstad, Todd Kleman, Pastor Clinton, Michelle Luppen, Neil Marshall, Sue Martalock, Nancy Ninman, Paul Onsager, Jane Schlenvogt-Dew, Tom Shepard, Jim Teteak, Wayne Utke, Laura Westphal

St. Andrew Weekly

November 11, 2026

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• St. Andrew WeeklyNovember 4, 2026
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