OCTOBER, 2007

THE MESSENGER

GREENFIELD AVENUE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

1455 s. 97^th St., West Allis, WI 53214

Church Office 414-453-3710

www.gapc-usa.com gapc@execpc.com

Sunday Worship Schedule

October 14 - November 4, 2007

Sun Oct 7- 9:30 AM World Communion

First Reading: Lamentations 3:19-26

Second Reading: II Timothy 1:1-14

Sermon: “A Spirit of Power, Love & Self-Discipline”

Liturgist/Children’s Message: Sally Tarvid

Ushers: Gail Kloes, Jenny Lefevre, the Andersons

Communion servers: Judy Dickson, Sally Tarvid

Sun Oct 14 - 9:30 AM “Penny Sunday”

First Reading: Psalm 66:1-12

Second Reading: Luke 17:11-19

Sermon: “Please & Thank You”

Liturgist/Children’s Message: Sandy Reichert

Ushers: L & G Smith, Eric & Matthew Arenz

Sun Oct 21 - 9:30 AM

The Rev. Mr. Bill Humphreys, Guest Preacher

Liturgist: Sue Smith

Children’s Message: The Rev. Mr. Bill Humphreys

Ushers: Libbie Jansen; JJ, Derek & Kaitlyn Saugstad

Sun Oct 28 9:30 AM “Penny Sunday”

First Reading: Joel 2:23-32

Second Reading: Luke 18:9-14

Sermon: “Spooky!”

Liturgist/Children’s Message: Sue Pope

Ushers: Tom Liempeck, Jim & Jeff Dickson & Kevin Kadunc

Sun Nov 4 - 9:30 AM Communion Worship

First Reading: Psalm 119:137-144

Second Reading: Luke 19:1-10

Sermon: “Zacchaeus Was a Wee Little ”

Liturgist/Children’s Message: Diane Edward

Ushers: Sherman & Sally Stock, Tom Liempeck & Marv Saugstad

HORRAY! FALL FEST IS AMOST HERE!

IT’S SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13

WITH AHUGE QUALITY RUMMAGE

(But NO clothing, please)

& the biggest & best

BAKE SALE

Greenfield Avenue Church can offer!

There are REFRESHMENTS, (yummy!)

& CHURCH COOKBOOKS for sale

& there’s FREE BLOOD-PRESSURE SCREENING!

Lori Johnson, Laurie Karrels & Laurie Kadunc

(also known as “the Lori/Laurie/Laurie Show”)

are coordinating the event.

Bring you UNNEEDED TREASURES

(or “junque”, but of the highest order) to the church between Oct. 7 & Oct. 11.

Sign up to BAKE; loan your CARD TABLES for the refreshment area, help with set-up, clean-up, & deliver flyers to the neighborhood around the church. TELL EVERYONE YOU

KNOW, & INVITE THEM TO BE HERE!

FROM THE PASTOR:

Hello, Loved Ones

I want to alert you to two upcoming events that will prove to be very, very special, and will bring many blessings to our faith family. Here’s the first:

Our Second Annual Organ Concert to celebrate the memory of Diane Hryniewicki and to benefit our Music Ministry!!! The Date is Tuesday, November 6^th, at 6:30 PM. The concert will be followed by a reception in the library.

The Headliners will be our very own Sheri Masiakowski and the soon to be Dr. Donna Hryniewicki. These two stellar performers have been playing together for years, and will treat us to an evening of musical delight!

The concert is open to everyone, and admission is free, so please ask your friends and neighbors to join us. We will ask our guests to consider a tax deductible gift to support our fine music ministry!

Then - something also extraordinary:

Our First: Olde Tyme Christmasse Faire!!!

Saturday, December 1^st , from 2pm ‘till ???

(Talk about an Old Fashioned Christmas -

We’re going Dickens/Medieval!!!)

We’ll have something for every Holiday Reveler: Christmas Gifts and Crafts, Treats, Olde Tyme Christmas Music, An alternative Christmas Gift Shoppe (A place to purchase a Charitable Gift for the Scrooge who has everything) and a Silent Auction!!!

Our evening will come to a crescendo with a genuine Madrigal Dinner at 6pm - complete with all the trimmings -wandering minstrels, ladies dancing, lords a’leaping

This is a no-miss occasion!!! Please invite everyone, and see how you can help!!!

God Loves You!!! Peace, Pastor Kev

SPECIAL PEOPLE

Donna Saugstad, who underwent cardiac catherization on Sept. 17, when a stent was inserted.

She’s feeling well, back with us in worship.

Stu Lefevre, doing some doctoring.

Ken Arenz, still not feeling quite “up to par”.

Shirley Hagerty, who spent some time in intensive care at Elmbrook Hospital, but is making a recovery. She’s still hospitalized, as we go to press.

Jean Kern, regaining strength, but still experiencing some weariness.

Lorraine Beining, who’s ailing.

Our Melissa Gall, who’s currently enrolled in Driver’s Ed. (Can you believe she’ll be 16 this month?)

For Marie & Marve Hagen, who became great-grandparents for the 7^th time on Aug. 30. (That makes 7 grandchildren & 7 great grandchildren!) The baby is Audrey Grace Wilson, born to Nikki & BJ Wilson. (Nikki has sung solos & with our chancel choir when she’s here visiting from Texas.)

Lillian Anderson’s 4^th great-grandchild was born to grand-daughter Kim & her husband, Brien Johky on July 28. The baby’s name is Alexander Brien.

That Owen Daniel Wachoiack, son of Tiffany & Mark, was baptized here on Sept. 2.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

October 6 - JR Saugstad

15 - Melissa Gall

17 - Ken Arenz

18 -Gail Kloes

24 - Peter Jansen

27 - Josh Lefevre,

28 - Marve Hagen & LB Smith

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

Oct 4 - Pastor Kevin’s ordination date, which marks 15 years today!

13 - Rachel & Mark Hendry

14 - Kay & Chuck Barber

24 - Laurie & Dave Karrels

26 - Jeri & John Gamache

GREETERS:

Oct. 7 - Peg & Lee Larson

Oct 14 - Sandy Reichert

Oct 21 - Lillian Anderson

Oct 28 - Donna & Marv

Saugstad

Nov. 4 - Arliss & Hugh Evans

THANKS A BUNCH TO:

Janet & Bob Lefevre, who sang (Janet) & played piano (Bob) for us on September 9.

and ...

Pastor Kevin, who spoke with the Adult Discussion Group on Sept, 23, about the meaning of membership.

and ...

Our Nominating Committee., which has been hard at work.

and ...

All who helped with the Rally Day Pot Luck

and ...

Kerstin & Dan Lefevre, who hosted the wonderful Family Fun Night on Sept. 15!

and ...

Gail & Dick Kloes, tireless office volunteers whose help is so greatly valued!

CONFIRMATION CLASS begins on Sunday, October 7! It will be held at 10:45 AM during the Youth Class (since it’s appropriate for one & all who attend that class!) It’s fun, it’s exciting, & if there’s someone in your family who is interested in being confirmed please speak with Pastor Kevin! There are plans to visit the Islamic Center, a synagogue, & more. (We’ll invite everyone in the congregation who wishes to come, on these “field trips”.)

“Fab 4” event at Heritage PC Come & hear Elizabeth Cook, a Presbyterian missionary in Costa Rica, as she tells of her experiences there. It’s on the afternoon of Sunday, October 7, at Heritage Presbyterian Church in Muskego (College Ave., just east of Sunny Slope Rd.) The gathering begins at 4:00 PM, as we share time with Elizabeth & then have a simple brown bag supper, following. Heritage will provide beverages & dessert, along with paper products. We’ll finish by 6:00 PM. (Yes, we kow that the Packers play “da Bears” that evening; we’ll be done in plenty of time for you to catch the pregame!) To find out more about Elizabeth, google PUSA & link to Mission & Missionaries. (“The Fab 4” are GAPC, Faith, Forest Park, & Heritage Presbyterian Churches.)

Adult Discussion Group We’ll discuss a variety of topics during October. Sue Smith will lead most classes, but on Oct. 14, the Rev. Mr. Bill Dummer will be with us to provide up-to-date information on our presbytery’s planned partnership with a presbytery in Ghana. This past July, Bill returned from his most recent trip there it’s a fascinating concept. Plan to hear him on Oct. 14! There will be NO Adult Bible Study on this date, so that EVERYONE has the opportunity to hear Rev. Dummer.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT is from 5:00 - 9:00 PM in Jack Reichert Hall here at the church on Sat., Oct. 27. Please bring a pizza (& a snack item, if you wish ) AND since it’s a HALLOWEEN THEME feel free to come in COSTUME! The costume is not essential, of course, but if you’re comfortable wearing one go for it!

GREATER MILWAUKEE CROP WALK - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2007

Join us in fighting hunger and bringing hope and relief to people in need. This year is the 23^rd annual Milwaukee area walk and food drive in which hundreds of people of faith communities participate. Last year nearly 1,000 men, women & children walked & collected over $67,000 and more than 8 tons of food! We can help make this year even bigger.

The need is VERY great in Milwaukee. Poverty is at record levels. Milwaukee suffers from the fourth-worst childhood poverty rate in the country, & seventh-worst overall poverty rate. Besides money, the food items that are needed are:

1. · vegetables: canned corn, green beans, carrots and peas
2. · breakfast items: dry cereal, oatmeal, grits & pancake mixes
3. · fruit & juice: canned pears, apricots, pineapple & peaches
4. · baby items: powdered or concentrated infant formula, food, diapers,
5. · dinner items: pastas, rice, potato mixes, macaroni & cheese dinners
6. · protein: canned meat, poultry, fish, peanut butter, beans, nuts & high-protein main dishes such as chili & stews
7. · lunch items: canned or dry soups.

Sign up to walk or sponsor a walker! Barb Brunett or Judy Dickson can provide details.

Greenfield Avenue Presbyterian Church CAN make a difference! Hunger & poverty MUST NOT BE IGNORED!

- Peace & Justice Committee.

PEACE & JUSTICE LUNCHEON Oct. 28 will feature former Milwaukee County District Attorney E. Michael McCann, who will speak on the death penalty &/or Internet Predators. It begins at 11:45 AM; tickets are $5.00 for adults, $2.00 for children. The purpose is to raise awareness & money to support the committee’s many projects, i.e.: Good Samaritan Outreach; St. Ben’s Community Meal Program; the Guest House; Habitat for Humanity; Heifer Project International; Interfaith for the Elderly; Literacy Services of Wisconsin, and Amnesty International. Invite everyone you know to come hear this absorbing & timely commentary.

NOTE: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS NOV. 4! Turn your clocks BACK one hour before going to bed on Nov. 3!

A NOTE FROM THE TRANSFORMATION COMMITTEE

Another project is behind us, & from the comments I’ve heard, it seems to be a success. The added doors will be especially nice when we happen to have an overflow crowd this Christmas. (I hope so!)

The Transformation Committee has already begun discussing the next phase, which is to replace our seating. This will be the most expensive phase of our remodel. (Also, one of the most important.)

We currently have about $25,000 available in our building fund. The new seating will require a bit more than that. We’ve kept most of our projects under budget, but we’re struggling to increase the fund so we can continue our projects. We would be most appreciative if you would take a moment to review your pledge to the capital campaign. Such wonderful things are happening!

Also, if you haven’t yet had a chance to pledge or give to the campaign, please prayerfully consider a gift of any size. Thanks - Kerstin Lefevre

COFFEE FELLOWSHIP VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Committees will no longer be responsible for organizing our Sunday morning fellowships. Heather & JR Saugstad will be picking up the bread from Panera for us each week; BUT we need volunteers who are willing to purchase the donuts (2 dozen, for the moment); & folks to help with set-up, clean-up, preparing coffee & punch, & setting out the goodies. We’ll have sign-up sheets out soon. We’ll need at least twelve helpers (more would be lovely.) Thanks!

USE YOUR TALENTS TO CLEAN THE CHURCH! Have you noticed how clean & sparkling the church is? It’s all thanks to our volunteers, who so willingly clean bathrooms, scrub floors, vacuum, dust, empty wastebaskets, & perform other tasks. We’re told that if four people are working, it only takes about an hour & a half each week! BUT we need some NEW faces on the teams! It’s VERY cost-effective this way, & we hope to continue to be good stewards in this fashion. There’s a complete list of tasks inside the door of the custodial closet; Ed Griffith can provide details. Please give thought & prayer, & then let us know when you’ll help.

Sweet Potato Soufflé (a big hit at Rally Day Pot Luck)

4 c. hot mashed sweet potatoes

¼ c. butter

2/3 c. brown sugar

pinch salt

¼ to 1/3 c. milk or cream

1 - 2 eggs, beaten

dash of cinnamon

Cook potatoes until tender & mash well.
Add other ingredients & pour into 9” square greased baking dish.

Topping:

½ to ¾ c. pecan or walnut pieces

½ to 2/3 c. butter, softened

½ c. light brown sugar

Mix thoroughly & sprinkle mixture over top. Bake at 375 for 10-25 minutes, long enough for butter to melt & top to crisp.

NEW DIRECTORY Our most recent church directory was the photo directory printed in 2006. Last month, we announced plans to publish a new (non- photo) directory to include in the mailing of the November newsletter. Pastor Kevin suggests that January, 2008, would be more timely. (We’ll be taking in some new members between now & January, & will want to include them, of course ) So we’ll plan to include your NEW directory with January’s issue of The Messenger!

Want a “pain free” way to help the church? Take part in the Pick ’N Save ADVANTAGE card program, (also known as “We Care”). Show the card at the checkout whenever you make a purchase at Pick ’N Save, & the church will receive a percentage of your entire purchase back from the store. Make sure you give them our number, which is 297275. That insures that we are credited for the purchase.

ADULT FELLOWSHIP CLUB - Date: Sat., Oct. 20 Place: 4671 S. Lake Dr.

Time: 5:00 pm We’ll go to a new restaurant to enjoy a genuine Serbian dinner! It’s reasonably priced, & we’re told the food is very good. Make your reservation by October 16 with Adela, 414-476-2325.

YE OLDE TYME CHRISTMASSE FAIRE (described in Pastor Kevin’s letter on page 2) requires a TASK FORCE to help with planning & coordinating this

UNIQUE event! We’re presently recruiting members to serve on the task force the first meeting is Monday, October 1, at 7:15 PM. It’s such an exciting concept, we KNOW you’ll want to be involved! We realize this is short notice, but if you can make it on Oct. 1, we’d love to have you. There will be other meetings, of course, which we’ll announce well in advance. Talk with Pastor Kevin if you’d like additional information. This will be an unusually gratifying experience DO plan to help!

October, 2007

CALENDAR

Wed Oct 3 6:30 & 7:30 PM - Handbells & Choir

Thurs Oct 4 1:30 PM - PACE meets

Sun Oct 7 9:30 AM - World Communion Day

4:00 PM - Go to Heritage PC in Muskego to hear Costa Rican missionary Elizabeth Cook. *

Mon Oct 8 6:00 PM - “Fit & Faithful” Exercise

7:15 PM - Resources Committee

Wed Oct 10 6:30 & 7:30 PM - Handbells & Choir

Thur Oct 11 1:30 PM - PACE meets

7:00 PM - Friends of MS meets

Fri Oct 12 6:00 PM - Set-up for Fall Fest

Sat Oct 13 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM - FALL FEST **

Sun Oct 14 9:30 AM - Adult Baptism, reception of New Members; Penny Sunday”

1:30 PM - CROP Walk @ McKinley Marina

Mon Oct 15 6:00 PM - “Fit & Faithful” Exercise

7:15 PM - Transformation Committee

7:15 PM - H & W Committee meets

Tues Oct 16 7:00 PM - Session meets

Wed Oct 17 6:30 & 7:30 PM -Handbells & Choir

Thurs Oct 18 - ** Pastor Kev away until Oct. 26

1:30 PM - PACE meets

Sat Oct 20 2:00 PM - Non-member wedding here, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Bill Humphreys

Sun Oct 21 9:30 AM - The Rev. Mr. Bill Humphreys is guest preacher.

Mon Oct 22 9:00 AM - DEADLINE - Messenger articles for November issue

6:00 PM - “Fit & Faithful” exercise

Wed Oct 24 6:30 & 7:30 PM- Handbells & Choir

Thurs Oct 25 1:30 PM - PACE meets

Sat Oct 27 5:00 PM - Family Fun Night *

Sun Oct 28 - 9:30 AM - Worship

10:30 AM - Special Congregational

Meeting for elections *

Noon - Peace & Justice Luncheon with guest speaker E. Michael McCann *

Mon Oct 29 6:00 PM - “Fit & Faithful” exercise

Wed Oct 31 6:30 & 7:30 - Handbells & Choir

Thurs Nov 1 1:30 PM - PACE meets

Sun Nov 4 - ** Daylight Savings Time Ends **

9:30 AM - Communion Worship

Pastor Kevin will be on vacation from the 18^th of October through Oct. 26. As always, if you have an emergency while he’s away, call Sue Smith at the church office or at home; or Sandy Reichert, Deacon’s Member Care coordinator at home, or on her cell (you’ll find the numbers in our church directory). They’ll see to it that one of the pastors who’s “covering” for Pastor Kevin is notified of your need.

* Article about event appears in newsletter. ** Means “Take Special Note”