Giving Statements
If you are going to need your giving statement for your 2022 taxes please contact the office
office@belovedcommunitysp.org or 715-341-3233
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Cyndi Royer and Dona Warren will be hosting a reading group on Ladder to the Light by Steven Charleston starting February 1.
We've set up an online discussion forum for the book at https://donawarren0.wixsite.com/discussion-forum. The site is live now. Once the discussion forum opens, participants will spend a week on each chapter and share their thoughts in the discussion forum. We'll have a final, culminating discussion at someplace like District 1 in mid-March.
There is no cost, although participants might want to purchase the book. Cyndi ordered her copy through Bound to Happen Books in Stevens Point, which is a great way to support local business! Or you can find it on Amazon via hard copy or an electronic version.
Contact Dona or Cyndi for more details.
dona.debra.warren@gmail.com
cyndi.royer@gmail.com
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Fellowship Hour after 10am Sunday Gathering and Coffee between Services
Hello folks:
Many of us have been enjoying the fellowship times we have had someone bring in goodies and do clean-up/put away after the 10 am gathering on Sundays. But we need folks who will volunteer to support this ministry. If you become a Fellowship minister for the 10 am gathering, it would mean:
1. You would bring goodies/fruit---or whatever you desire---for folks to nosh on.
2. You would then stay and put away items and clean-up at end of Fellowship hour.
Staff will get the coffee made in an urn (so it will be there before end of 8:30 am service as well) and put out cups/dishes, etc.
If you can do this Sunday, or any of these Sundays,
email Sarah and she will get you on the sign-up sheet that is out in the welcome/narthex area. OR you can sign up yourself this Sunday!
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Beloved Community Thrift Committee
Seasons Greetings Beloved Community!
I would like to let you know that our gracious leadership team has granted permission to create a Beloved Community Thrift Sale Committee! They have also given the go ahead to hold a thrift sale a few times per year at church. The proceeds from our sales would benefit one of our service organizations -ONE BIG TENT and possibly other organizations. If you would like more information or to join this mission, please contact me at jodi.otto@icloud.com
If you’re not interested in joining the committee, I hope you will consider donating gently used items to sell at our thrift sales.
Thank you so much for your consideration!
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Wanna Host a Pop-Up Event?
We are hoping that different members/families/groups will host pop-up events for our Community to gather throughout the year. The event can be pretty much anything that helps us to build community and supports the Way of Love in the world, but let’s stay away from gatherings that are for personal or political gain.
Here’s what you do:
Choose your event, your event’s date, time and place.
Have a contact person and contact person’s information to share
Make sure to include where and when to meet and what is needed (for example: is there a cost?**)
Send this information to Sarah (office@belovedcommunitysp.org) at least 2 weeks before the event. Staff will consult calendar and any appropriate ministry team for conflicts/concerns. Once the event is approved, Staff will then create Social media posts and emails to make sure the word gets out about the community event.
**If you feel there is a cost that should be funded or partially funded by Beloved Community, the cost would have to be approved by elected leadership team or an appropriate ministry who has funds.
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Crossways Camp Information 2023
WANTED: Fun individuals and families that want to enjoy the outdoors, songs, faith, and so much more! Camp is calling your name and Beloved Community has scholarship money to fund your adventures! You have your choice of youth camp, family camp, and/or grandkids camp! There is also a session for families with children on the Autism Spectrum. Read this link (https://sacredplaygrounds.com/project/effectivecamp/) for an interesting read about the value of church camps.
SPECIAL WINTER CAMP OPPORTUNITY:
Youth in Grades 3-8!!
February 3-5, 2023
Pine Lake, Waupaca, WI
“...a weekend of exciting winter fun! We will balance our time between outdoor activities and time to warm up inside. Come experience all that camp has to offer during a completely different season than summer camp!”
**Jackie Zuelke-Karch will chaperone a group for the weekend. Other adults are welcome as well. Campers and chaperones fees will be covered by a generous, anonymous donation that was given to the youth. Let’s go have some fun! (Transportation can try to be provided for anyone who needs it. Please do not let that stop you!) Please RSVP (by January 22nd) at youth@belovedcommunitysp.org to notify Jackie and so we can get registered! When emailing, include the name(s) of youth and grade(s) interested in attending as well as any adults who wish to join us.**
SUMMER CAMP
The Episcopal camp is held at one of the Crossways sites (ELCA Lutheran); both camping opportunities welcome people of any faith. See links below for more information. Please contact Ann Kiefer (715-254-5552 or AnnLouiseKiefer@gmail.com) if you are interested in more information. FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, please contact Ann by MARCH 1 with name(s) of those wanting to attend, the session dates, and location. Last summer we were able to give scholarships to cover about 50% of the tuition for youth campers. Scholarships will be based on available funds and the number of requests we receive. If you aren't applying for scholarships, but are going, please let Ann or Pastor Jane know so we can share the excitement!
https://www.crosswayscamps.org/summer-camp
https://www.diofdl.org/camp.html
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Youth Events -
Upcoming Activities January & February 2023
Questions or Requests - Email: youth@belovedcommunitysp.org
Learning Circles
Ages 3-5th grade: During the 10 a.m. service
Children stay in the service through the Children’s message then move to a classroom to learn together. Children will return to the service at Communion time. Parents, please plan to go pick up your child just before communion (classroom at end of hallway near the multipurpose room.
Learning Circle Dates:
Sunday January 8th: Children will learn about Epiphany during the church service.
Sunday February 12
Sunday February 26
Youth Grades 6-12! ‘As One: - a place for Youth’
‘As One’ is a time for youth to grow in relationship with God and each other from perspective of how God applies in their lives today. We’re coming together to find out “Where does faith show up in your world today?” As One will be a place to have fun while also discussing relevant and sometimes hard topics that are encountered in your daily lives. We will listen to music, play games, ask and discuss hard topics, hold space for the questions about the conflicting values of the church in today’s world and, of course, have treats! As One will be a space without limits, a space without judgment, and where questions can safely be asked. Bring your questions, bring your favorite games, bring an empty stomach and bring your friends!
As One will take place during the 10 a.m. service. We will stay in the service through the Children's Message and then move to the youth room for the remainder of the service.
Upcoming As One Dates:
Sunday, January 15th - Digging in Discussion (cereal)
Sunday, February 12th - Chatting with Chocolate (think fruit fondue with chocolate!)
Sunday, March 5th - Massive Munchies and things that Matter (salty crunchy day!)
MOVIE DAY! Grades 6-12
Sunday, February 12th following the 10 a.m. service
*Lunch will be provided, bring your own beverage
More activities and events will be added throughout the year. If you have ideas, let us know!
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Please Check the Calendar for all upcoming events such as...
Dwelling in the Word, Men's Group Meetings, Joint Council Meetings and much more!
If you are going to need your giving statement for your 2022 taxes please contact the office
office@belovedcommunitysp.org or 715-341-3233
******************************************************************************************************************************************
Cyndi Royer and Dona Warren will be hosting a reading group on Ladder to the Light by Steven Charleston starting February 1.
We've set up an online discussion forum for the book at https://donawarren0.wixsite.com/discussion-forum. The site is live now. Once the discussion forum opens, participants will spend a week on each chapter and share their thoughts in the discussion forum. We'll have a final, culminating discussion at someplace like District 1 in mid-March.
There is no cost, although participants might want to purchase the book. Cyndi ordered her copy through Bound to Happen Books in Stevens Point, which is a great way to support local business! Or you can find it on Amazon via hard copy or an electronic version.
Contact Dona or Cyndi for more details.
dona.debra.warren@gmail.com
cyndi.royer@gmail.com
******************************************************************************************************************************************
Fellowship Hour after 10am Sunday Gathering and Coffee between Services
Hello folks:
Many of us have been enjoying the fellowship times we have had someone bring in goodies and do clean-up/put away after the 10 am gathering on Sundays. But we need folks who will volunteer to support this ministry. If you become a Fellowship minister for the 10 am gathering, it would mean:
1. You would bring goodies/fruit---or whatever you desire---for folks to nosh on.
2. You would then stay and put away items and clean-up at end of Fellowship hour.
Staff will get the coffee made in an urn (so it will be there before end of 8:30 am service as well) and put out cups/dishes, etc.
If you can do this Sunday, or any of these Sundays,
email Sarah and she will get you on the sign-up sheet that is out in the welcome/narthex area. OR you can sign up yourself this Sunday!
******************************************************************************************************************************************
Beloved Community Thrift Committee
Seasons Greetings Beloved Community!
I would like to let you know that our gracious leadership team has granted permission to create a Beloved Community Thrift Sale Committee! They have also given the go ahead to hold a thrift sale a few times per year at church. The proceeds from our sales would benefit one of our service organizations -ONE BIG TENT and possibly other organizations. If you would like more information or to join this mission, please contact me at jodi.otto@icloud.com
If you’re not interested in joining the committee, I hope you will consider donating gently used items to sell at our thrift sales.
Thank you so much for your consideration!
******************************************************************************************************************************************
Wanna Host a Pop-Up Event?
We are hoping that different members/families/groups will host pop-up events for our Community to gather throughout the year. The event can be pretty much anything that helps us to build community and supports the Way of Love in the world, but let’s stay away from gatherings that are for personal or political gain.
Here’s what you do:
Choose your event, your event’s date, time and place.
Have a contact person and contact person’s information to share
Make sure to include where and when to meet and what is needed (for example: is there a cost?**)
Send this information to Sarah (office@belovedcommunitysp.org) at least 2 weeks before the event. Staff will consult calendar and any appropriate ministry team for conflicts/concerns. Once the event is approved, Staff will then create Social media posts and emails to make sure the word gets out about the community event.
**If you feel there is a cost that should be funded or partially funded by Beloved Community, the cost would have to be approved by elected leadership team or an appropriate ministry who has funds.
******************************************************************************************************************************************
Crossways Camp Information 2023
WANTED: Fun individuals and families that want to enjoy the outdoors, songs, faith, and so much more! Camp is calling your name and Beloved Community has scholarship money to fund your adventures! You have your choice of youth camp, family camp, and/or grandkids camp! There is also a session for families with children on the Autism Spectrum. Read this link (https://sacredplaygrounds.com/project/effectivecamp/) for an interesting read about the value of church camps.
SPECIAL WINTER CAMP OPPORTUNITY:
Youth in Grades 3-8!!
February 3-5, 2023
Pine Lake, Waupaca, WI
“...a weekend of exciting winter fun! We will balance our time between outdoor activities and time to warm up inside. Come experience all that camp has to offer during a completely different season than summer camp!”
**Jackie Zuelke-Karch will chaperone a group for the weekend. Other adults are welcome as well. Campers and chaperones fees will be covered by a generous, anonymous donation that was given to the youth. Let’s go have some fun! (Transportation can try to be provided for anyone who needs it. Please do not let that stop you!) Please RSVP (by January 22nd) at youth@belovedcommunitysp.org to notify Jackie and so we can get registered! When emailing, include the name(s) of youth and grade(s) interested in attending as well as any adults who wish to join us.**
SUMMER CAMP
The Episcopal camp is held at one of the Crossways sites (ELCA Lutheran); both camping opportunities welcome people of any faith. See links below for more information. Please contact Ann Kiefer (715-254-5552 or AnnLouiseKiefer@gmail.com) if you are interested in more information. FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, please contact Ann by MARCH 1 with name(s) of those wanting to attend, the session dates, and location. Last summer we were able to give scholarships to cover about 50% of the tuition for youth campers. Scholarships will be based on available funds and the number of requests we receive. If you aren't applying for scholarships, but are going, please let Ann or Pastor Jane know so we can share the excitement!
https://www.crosswayscamps.org/summer-camp
https://www.diofdl.org/camp.html
******************************************************************************************************************************************
Youth Events -
Upcoming Activities January & February 2023
Questions or Requests - Email: youth@belovedcommunitysp.org
Learning Circles
Ages 3-5th grade: During the 10 a.m. service
Children stay in the service through the Children’s message then move to a classroom to learn together. Children will return to the service at Communion time. Parents, please plan to go pick up your child just before communion (classroom at end of hallway near the multipurpose room.
Learning Circle Dates:
Sunday January 8th: Children will learn about Epiphany during the church service.
Sunday February 12
Sunday February 26
Youth Grades 6-12! ‘As One: - a place for Youth’
‘As One’ is a time for youth to grow in relationship with God and each other from perspective of how God applies in their lives today. We’re coming together to find out “Where does faith show up in your world today?” As One will be a place to have fun while also discussing relevant and sometimes hard topics that are encountered in your daily lives. We will listen to music, play games, ask and discuss hard topics, hold space for the questions about the conflicting values of the church in today’s world and, of course, have treats! As One will be a space without limits, a space without judgment, and where questions can safely be asked. Bring your questions, bring your favorite games, bring an empty stomach and bring your friends!
As One will take place during the 10 a.m. service. We will stay in the service through the Children's Message and then move to the youth room for the remainder of the service.
Upcoming As One Dates:
Sunday, January 15th - Digging in Discussion (cereal)
Sunday, February 12th - Chatting with Chocolate (think fruit fondue with chocolate!)
Sunday, March 5th - Massive Munchies and things that Matter (salty crunchy day!)
MOVIE DAY! Grades 6-12
Sunday, February 12th following the 10 a.m. service
*Lunch will be provided, bring your own beverage
More activities and events will be added throughout the year. If you have ideas, let us know!
******************************************************************************************************************************************
Please Check the Calendar for all upcoming events such as...
Dwelling in the Word, Men's Group Meetings, Joint Council Meetings and much more!
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- BUTTER BRAIDS - Limited Supply of Butter Braids available! Available Flavors: Blueberry with Cream Cheese, Strawberry with Cream Cheese, Apple, Raspberry, Cinnamon Braid, Cinnamon ROLLS and Caramel ROLLS. Contact the office if you would like to purchase some - $13 each
- BELOVED COMMUNITY MUGS- Show your Beloved Community pride! We are selling the mugs we ordered for newcomers in a special promotion. Your donation of $30 will get you a mug of your own and also provide the funds to provide a mug for a newcomer to the Beloved Community. These beautiful mugs are made in Neenah, WI. If you would like to order a mug, please send an email to Sarah at office@rlcpoint.org. Checks should be made out to Church of the Intercession with the word "mug" in the memo line. Mail in your check to Beloved Community, 900 Brilowski Rd, Stevens Point, WI 54482 Attention: Sarah.
- AMAZON SMILE-Both Intercession and Redeemer have Amazon Smile accounts. Next time you are making a purchase through Amazon, please you one of them. Go to smile.amazon.com to begin. Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know. Same products, same prices, same service.
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