Church Calendar of events
Volunteer Schedule
introduction of our new pastor aug 1
 

June 21st was the first day of summer. We also have entered the season of the litergical
church year called "ordinary time". This time after Pentecost lasts for almost half the church
year - part of June, through July, August, September, October and most of November until the
beginning of Advent. Ordinary time is represented by the color green, which symbolizes
growth. It is significant to note that we grow all year, but we may forget this during the
summer months when many are taking vacations and taking time off from many activities and
responsibilities that they are normally involved in throughout the year. God does not take time
off from us and we need to be reminded not to take time off from Him and the work we are
called to do to continue our spiritual development and growth.
If we are to grow we need to take advantage of this "time off" to develop and continue
habits we may have started before this period of ordinary time. There is nothing ordinary about
this time except that it is a time when we don't notice the important things we do all the time
that may become routine. It is anything but ordinary at Grace Church. Even though some
committees take time off in the summer and things seem to slow down, we are a very active
church. Discovery program for children, and adult bible study on Wednesdays, youth mission
trip up north, preparing the manse for new renters, and other activities you can check out in this
newsletter. Preparationsfor saying thank you and goodbye to pastor Al and celebrations to say
hello and welcome to Pastor Jim Scaife and his family; a dinner theatre with an original radio
drama, and the preparation of a Grace Presbyterian cookbook.
Take advantage of being involved in these and other activities to grow spiritually and
becoming involved in doing God's work, and developing your faith. Read a good book, keep
studying and reading your bible. Start and/or continue with daily devotional readings. Take
time to grow by prayer, and meditation on how God is touching your life and how you can
touch the lives of those you love, and those who need us. Sing, laugh, love and enjoy the
relationships and work with others you come into contact with everyday as you discern the
work God would have us do. Oh yes, don't forget, we are open on Sundays too. See you at
worship where we not only praise God, but affirm that "we are all in this together".
Doug
 

Sunday - July 16 - FBC & GPC will join for Worship at 10:00 a.m. at Farmer's Park (located near the
arches on Highway 14 going to Lewiston) followed by a potluck picnic lunch. We will be meeting in the
Green Pavilion about in the middle of the park. Please bring eating utensils - beverages will be
furnished. There will be no worship planned at GPC for this Sunday.

Review of Bethlehem Village VBS
     Five days in Bethlehem Village, June 4-8, was clearly an exciting week of fun and learning about life during the time of Jesus' birth in Bethlehem.  The days included: a gathering of singing and dancing, tribe meeting times, visiting the marketplace where shopkeepers told about their products and let children do hands-on activities, daily drama that took place near the village well and taught us how Jesus' birth affects us all, visiting the census taker, playing games on the village playground, and eating food from that time.  Sixteen adults and youth, all dressed in costumes, led the VBS.  Eleven children attended.  The mission project was for children to each bring a  toy to add to the boxes that will be sent to Operation Christmas Child later this year.  Thank you to all the adults, youth and children who attended Bethlehem Village!

     An offering was taken on June 11 for the mission project, Operation Christmas Child.  A report on the amount collected will be reported in the next newsletter.
 

Discovery Club and More
     Discovery Club started on Wednesday, June 14 with  five children attending.  Adult Bible study, Chasing Daylight, started on the same day.  We started with a 5:00 supper and then attended the classes.  Discovery Club is open to all children ages 5 - completed grade 5.  Meeting dates for the summer are June 21, June 28 and July 12.  Youth group for students in grades 7-12 will be meeting with Janet Nustad during the same times.  Please contact Janet for further information.
Contact Pastor Al for information on the Adult Bible Study.  Contact Pam Lica or Kathy Rosendahl for information on Discovery Club. All activities are over by 7:00 p.m.
 

Family Movie Night
     Sunday, August 27 at 6:30 p.m. the C.E. Committee is hosting a Family Movie Night.  Because of Winn-Dixie is one of the best family movies in years.  Please come to watch and bring a snack to share and pop of your choice.  We will have a short discussion following the movie.  All ages are invited to attend.  You will be sure to enjoy this movie!!
 

Sunday School Teachers for Fall Quarter
     Please let Kathy Rosendahl know at 687-4601 if you are interested in teaching any of the grades in Sunday School for fall quarter.  The dates are September 10 - November 26, 2006.  We have good curriculum, wonderful children and youth, and help (subs) available when you need it!

James F. Scaife  A Presbyterian Mini-Biography - Since his ordination on June 25, 1989 by
John Knox Presbytery, Jim has served as Pastor at First Presbyterian in Houston, MN and Rushford
Presbyterian in Rushford,MN. Serving as Chaplain in the U.S. Army Reserve, 475th Transportation
Battalion in Fort Snelling, MN, Jim returned safely in November 2005 from a year's tour of duty in
Iraq. His service to John Knox has been on the Synod of Lakes & Prairies Permanent Judicial
Commission, the Committee on Ministry, the Nominating Committee and the Presbytery Day
Committee.
Jim joins us from an eleven year presence as Pastor at Canton-Scotland Presbyterian Church,
in Canton, MN.
 

Garage sale brigs in $815.86

after seeing an informative CD about the work the
Ministry of Hope is doing in Malawi, our youth were
inspired to hold a huge garage sale with refreshments
and donate the proceeds to this mission. The
Ministry of hope received a check for $815.86 thanks
to the efforts of your youth and generous donations
from the congregation
 

In true Grace Presbyterian fashion, they organized a
committee, divided the work, and had a great time
during the project, unfortunately, the day of the sale
was cold and rainy. Their spirits weren't dampened,
however, and they paraded up and down the rainy
sidewalk wearing signs indicating the sale was being
held inside. What didn't sell was held for another
sale a few weeks later. The leftovers were packed up
and donated to an Indian reservation organized by the
Dakota Homecoming committee.
The enthusiasm and hard work these nine young
leaders showed is a lesson for us all that a few people
can make a great deal of difference. The Ministry of
Hope is an impressive mission project primarily
committed to making a difference in the livers of
children in Malawi. After learning more about the
Ministry of Hope, several youth and their parents are
considering a trip to Malawi in four years.
Special thanks to all who organized, moved tables,
donated sale items, baked, cleaned, shopped and
helped in any way to make the garage sale a huge

Minnesota Twins and GPC
Presbyterian Day at the Minnesota Twins will be held
on Friday, August 18, 2006, at 7:10 p.m. at the
Metrodome in Minneapolis. Here's your chance to
join friends and family along with other Presbyterian
Churches in the tri-state area for a night of big league
fun and excitement when the Minnesota Twins play
the Chicago White Sox. Lower level reserved seats
are $20 each (regularly $26). You may also purchase
a concession coupon for $3.50, which is good for a hot
dog and soda.
In 2005 we had a group of 17 people representing
Grace Presbyterian Church!
For more information or to make a reservation, please
contact Candi Kohner. The deadline to order tickets at
this price is Tuesday, July 25. 2006.

We're Having A Party! A Dinner Theater

The party will be held on Saturday, September 9th with social hour at 5:00 p.m. and
dinner served at 6:00pm. The play, "The Mystery of Grace," written by Hugh Drennan, wil
performed by Grace Members following dinner.

To help with the deficit budget, we are planning this event and need your support. We
are asking for $100 per plate OR whatever you feel comfortable giving. We hope all members
and friends of Grace will join us for an evening of fun, food, and entertainment.
SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for a picnic to welcome Jim Scaife and his family on Saturday, July 15th at 5:00
pm. Chicken and beans will be provided, but we need your help with the rest. There is a sign-
up sheet on the bulletin board for salads, rolls, and desserts. Everyone is invited!
SAVE THE DATE!
Come and bid a fond farewell to Pastor Al Kleinsasser on July 23rd. We will have a
potluck brunch after church. We wish Al all the best!
SAVE THE DATE!
Please mark your calendars for upcoming events. The churches committees and
members have been busy!

Circle II will meet at the church on Wednesday, July 11th, at 1:30 p.m. We will study Lesson 9 in the
Horizan Bible Study "For Everything A Season," a study of the Liturgical Calendar.
Visitors are always welcome.

We STILL want your recipes!
Fundraising is asking all of you to look through your recipes and send as many as you are willing to be
submitted in a new GFC cookbook. Please drop them off with Elayne at the church ofFice or send them by e-
mail to Jennifer at winonamacaskills(a!vahoo. corn. Please let us know who they are from. Recipes from family
and friends are welcome as well! Deadline is September.

JOYS
Dan Barr was recognized by the City of Winona Fine Arts
Commission for his musical contributions to the community,
which include 25 years of playing in the Municipal Band.
Mickey Barr, assisted by KWNO 1230 radio host Bob Sebo,
did an excellent job of radio commentary for the Steamboat
Days Parade.
(This item is submitted by Dorothy, not Mickey)

CONCERNS
0 I Jacobson is back in the New Orleans area with the
Disaster Response Team from the Corps of Engineers. This
term will be until August 15.
The father of Jean Hayes passed away recently in Iowa. Our
sympathy is extended to Jean and her family.

Special offerings

 as of June 20 we have received for:
AIDS - $334.00
Christmas Child - $255.91
Pentecost - $337.00 - 40% of this
offering will go to the Womens' Resource
Center to be used as needed for their special
Children's Garden where any child is
welcome to care for their own plot of land.
They learn to appreciate the environment, the
way things grow, the work necessary to have
a productive garden and how God is a part of
all they do.

thank you for giving generously

CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Thelma Wieser has moved into town and
now lives at 213 Wilson