Dear Beloveds,
The time has come for us to explore something new, but yet something the church has done for centuries. In newness, we always have many different feelings. There may be feelings of excitement and also like all ways of change, there may be some nervousness or apprehension about how things will go. All of that is normal and as long as new things are tackled together, anything is possible! Working with one another is nothing new to the church. The Body of Christ is stronger when we are working together and sharing the gifts we have been given by the Spirit of God.
While my time will be split between two congregations, not too much will shift in regards to how you can find me. I will be in the office on Tuesdays and as always, I am available by call, text, or email anytime. I will get back to you asap if I do not answer right away. Thursdays will be my office time at Community Lutheran in Geneva. I tend to take Mondays off, unless my week plays out differently. Do not hesitate to contact me if needed!
I am sure that there will be things to iron out along the way, but I am excited and hopeful for the future of our ministry as Red Oak Grove! I hope you all have a fun and safe month as the fairs roll in, as we get ready for a new school year, and as the summer stays hot!
With God’s Peace,
Pastor Leandra
Cell: (507) 438-6084
Office: (507) 320-8287
Email: rogpastorleandra@gmail.com
Sunday, August 6th, our worship time at Red Oak Grove will change to 8:30 a.m. Community Lutheran of Geneva will have worship at 10 a.m. These worship times will continue until January 1, 2024.
Selma Lysne will be 100 years old on August 30th. If you would like to send her a card send it to:
Selma Lysne
400 15th Ave SW
Room 63
Austin, MN 55912
Red Oak Grove will be delivering “Meals on Wheels” in August.
Would you like to be a reader on Sunday morning?
Please sign up on the sheet in the narthex if you are interested. Thank you.
WELCA Report
Our July WELCA meeting was called to order by President Nancy Wesely on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 1 p.m. There were 8 present. The meeting was opened in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Our purpose was read in unison. Ardell had devotions and read a reading.
Secretary’s Report was given by Linda. Treasurer’s Report by Ardell – She has a few Strawberry Social bills. By next month should be all taken care of.
Joyce gave a very informative report of the Good Earth Village Woman’s Day held June 24th. Had very nice ideas from the day. All about compassion. Book resource “Am I Being Kind” was suggested. Joyce also shared an upcoming Kindness Conference on Wednesday, October 23, 2023 from 9-4 p.m. at the Rochester International Event Center.
Thank you from Doug Smith Family from Sara and Erik (his children) for serving his memorial service on June 12th.
New Business: Motion by Judy Wambeam to put money from quilt sales divided as so: Cash to quilting ladies for supplies and checks to WELCA General Fund. Seconded by Nancy. Each year will be the same as long as we sell at the Social. Next year we will have 2 girls and 2 boys who will be Seniors in high school.
August will be Meals on Wheels. Joyce checking to make sure it is still Tuesdays and Fridays. Prairie Manor had a very nice Open House in the court yard on June 27th.
Birthday for July 5th was Dorothy Kittelson. Offering taken and prayed the Lord’s Prayer. Treats were served by Joyce and Linda.
No meeting in August. Next meeting will be Wednesday, September 6th at 1 p.m.
Linda Christianson, Secretary
Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church 