September 15, 2024
Flowers on the altar for Sunday, September 15, are given to God’s glory by the Tenold family.
People We Are Praying For (We included prayers for these individuals in our last church service): Hal & Marsha Natvig; Claudia Eisberg; Gideon Franson; Katie Tweit; Solomon Faugstad; Owen Saidler; Steve Johnson; Elyse Parsons; John Sehloff; and Duane Pansegrau (Becky Bequette’s father). We also prayed for the start-up of a mission congregation in Eagle Lake by Peace Lutheran and the resumption of Sunday School and Bible classes at Mt. Olive.
Sunday School & Bible Class Opportunities: Join us between services for the following classes: 1. Sunday School for pre-K through 6th Grade. 2. Youth Bible Study for 7th through 12th Grades . 3. Adult Bible Class with Pr. Ulrich (meeting in the Social Hall). 4. Bible Information Class for new members (meeting in the 8th Grade Classroom - see Pr. Soule for directions).
Attention students, ages 12 & up: The next Neonfire Cubing Club meeting is Sunday, September 15, from 7-8pm. For more information, contact either Owen Saidler (saidler.owen@gmail.com), Sophia Ulrich (sophia.ulrich@mtolivelutheran.org), or Ben Faugstad (benjamin.faugstad@blc.edu).
The Veterans’ Bible Study will resume on Monday, September 16, at 10am in the Nursery Room.
Adult Choir Participants: please note that there will be no choir practice on Wednesday, September 18.
The Moms on a Mission Bible Study begins its fall semester on Thursday, September 19, at Peace Lutheran in North Mankato. Check the September issue of the Olive Press for more information.
The Mt. Olive Altar Guild is hosting an informational meeting on Thursday, September 19, at 7pm in the Sanctuary near the organ. We will show you, hands on, what the Altar Guild does and answer any questions you might have. There is no pressure to join. We hope to see you there!
“Make it, bake it, and then you take it”: Mt. Olive’s Annual Mission Support Sale is Sunday, September 22. Proceeds from this sale are given as Mt. Olive’s contribution to the Circuit 9 Mission Rally on October 19 at Norseland. Please sign the sheet on the table in the narthex if you would be willing to bake/make something. A Thrivent Action Team grant will provide funds for supplies, so please indicate what you will need. All monies collected go to help ELS foreign and home missions. Donations in the form of checks may be made out to Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, with “Mission Support” in the memo line. Thank you!
Artemis Kick-off Event: Sunday, September 22, 6-9pm at the Wow! Zone. Students ages 12-18 can enjoy unlimited bowling, laser tag, and mini golf. Pizza and drinks will be provided. Cost: $10/person. Check the September edition of the Olive Press or the poster on the church bulletin board in the narthex for more information. Click on the QR code to RSVP.
Bethany Lutheran College’s National Auxiliary Day is Monday, September 23, beginning at 9 am. Learn more about BLC’s academic programs and activities and hear from staff and students regarding the exciting things happening at BLC. Mt. Olive member Dan Birkholz will be the main speaker. The group will also take part in the annual business meeting where Auxiliary members vote on special projects to support. Check the Bethany bulletin board in the narthex for a schedule of events and speakers.
The 9th Annual Charger Challenge Event is Friday, September 27. Come and walk with our students, teachers, and school families, beginning at 9:45am; or volunteer to be at a cheering station along the route; or sponsor our students. You can give online at school.mtolivelutheran.org, or give a check made out to Mt. Olive Lutheran School. Your donation is tax deductible, and 100% of your donation goes to Mt. Olive School. The deadline for giving is Friday, September 20. Thank you for your support!
Starting Tuesday, October 1, we'll be offering an additional service with Holy Communion each week. This 7am service will be a shortened Matins service and will run about a half hour. The purpose behind us offering this additional service is simply for you all to have another opportunity to receive our Lord Jesus in Word and Sacrament. So, come join us before the busy day of work and school and be refreshed with the Savior's help and forgiveness.
Sign up today to go to the 41st Annual Mission Rally held on Saturday, October 19, at Norseland Lutheran Church just outside of St. Peter. This rally has been planned as a family event. The sign-up sheet is on the narthex table. Please indicate the following: number of adults and children attending; ages of the children (special activities are being planned for 5-12-year-olds); any specific dietary needs that you/others in your family might have; and whether you would need a ride or could give others a ride. Sign-up deadline is October 5.
“On the Mount of Olives” podcast Be sure to check out our latest episode of “On the Mount of Olives,” where Pastor Soule has a great conversation with our ELS Seminary professors, the Rev. Tim Hartwig and Rev. Dr. Tim Schmeling, as they discuss our Synod’s seminary and what it means to be a pastor. Sneak Peek: Next week, an episode with BLC professor and Mt. Olive member, Peter Bloedel with air! Come join us on the Mount of Olives!
Sehloff Meal Train: A meal train has been set up to help support John and Kari Sehloff while John recovers from heart surgery due to take place on September 13. Please click on the link if you're interested in helping provide a meal. Alternatively, meal and gas cards have been identified as a way to help as they will be traveling back and forth to the Twin Cities for appointments. Please continue to keep them in your prayers.
Volunteers are needed to help with the livestreaming of our worship services. Please contact Matthias Leyrer (mjleyrer@gmail.com) if you are interested.
Jesus Loves Me Learning Center at St. Paul’s Lutheran in North Mankato is looking for an administrative assistant (20-25 hours/week) to assist with organization of student and employee files, enrollment application processing, event planning, monthly newsletters, and filing of licensing paperwork. Email Director LaShawn Smith at directorjlm@stpaulsnorthmankato.com to learn more, or pick up an application from St. Paul’s office.
Happening at Bethany Lutheran College: Double Concerto Extravaganza: Bach & Beyond, with Artistic Director Matthias Maute, on Wednesday, September 18, at 7pm in Trinity Chapel. The Bethany Music Department is honored to kick off the new season for the Bach Society of Minnesota; for more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Bach Society website.
Art Exhibitions in the YFAC Gallery: The artwork of John Bergmeier will be on exhibit from September 4-20. The artwork of Minnesota native and Bethany alumna Laura Sonnek will be on exhibit from September 23-October 11, with an Opening Reception on Thursday, September 26, at 7pm in the YFAC.
Join us September 27 – 29 for the 2024 Bethany Fall Festival: A Homecoming Weekend. This event includes activities for all ages and alumni reunions. All alumni and friends are invited to be part of the weekend. Enjoy athletic contests, live music, and more! For more information, go to https://blc.edu/campus-life/annual-events/fall-festival-homecoming-weekend/.
Come one, come all to The Servant of Two Masters, a one-act adaptation of the play by Carlo Goldini, performed outside under the tent on the Campus Green. Showtimes: Friday, September 27 at 7 and 9pm; Saturday, September 28, at 5:30 and 7:30pm; and Sunday, September 29, at 2pm. Tickets are only $5. Visit the Bethany Box Office after September 6 to reserve your general admission seating.
The Drumline and Concert Band will perform with alumni and friends during the Fall Festival on Saturday, September 28. The Drumline will perform at the alumni tent on the Campus Green at 11am (note time change from 11:15am). The Concert Band, featuring Guest Conductor Dr. Miles Worster, will perform in Trinity Chapel at 3:15pm. All are invited to attend these free events and enjoy some rousing music and fun!
Bethany Lutheran College has the following positions available: Adjunct Faculty – Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Director – Administrative Computing and Institutional Reporting; and Custodian – Academic Buildings. Learn more at blc.edu/campus-life/human-resources/bethany-jobs/.
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LAST WEEK’S ATTENDANCE/LORD’S SUPPER:
Sunday: 8:30am, 290; 10:45am, 192; Monday: 34/31
Live Online Viewing: Sunday (8:30am): 18
WE THANK THOSE SERVING OUR LORD THIS WEEK:
Greeters: 1st Service—Don & Beth Westphal, Joel & Carol Petersen 2nd Service—Joni Bode
Offering Counters: Mark Graham, Mark Olson
Altar Guild: Lynette Merseth, Krista Petzel
WEEKLY FINANCIAL UPDATE:
Given Last Week (excluding Year of Jubilee): $16,748.92
Year of Jubilee Debt Reduction Given Last Week: $505.13
Year of Jubilee Debt Reduction Total as of (July 1-September 12): $13,855.42
Fiscal YTD Actual Expenses vs. Budget Surplus (Deficit) as of 8/31/2024: ($22,759.47)
2 Corinthians 9:8 God is able to make all grace overflow to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will overflow in every good work.
To give your offering online, go to mtolivelutheran.org and click on the “Online Giving” tab.
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