Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church News

800 10th Street South

Benson, MN 56215
320-843-3151
orlcstaf@hotmail.com
Volume 54 – Number 3

Pastor Zane Anderson

(Phone) 320-314-8068
March 2020 pastorzane1@gmail.com

Set your clocks!

Spring Ahead
Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour on March 7th

March Minnesota Food Share Campaign

Our local food shelf is in need of our continued support to keep
their shelves full of food and ready to help families in need. Your
food donations will always be welcomed, but here is another way
to help your donation go even further.
Let me give you an example: If you were to give a $300.00
Minnesota Food Share donation, you could supply a family of four with a 3-day
emergency supply of food once a month for a year. That is just
$25.00 a month. Any amount of course is welcome and we as a
family of faith can make a huge difference in people lives. It is
just another reminder of God’s Work, Our Hands.
During the March Campaign all donations are matched by
Minnesota Food Share, which means every dollar goes even
further. Make a donation today or anytime during the month of
March. You can place it in with the offering marked “Minnesota
Food Share” and we will send in a check at the end of the month.
Thanks again for the many ways you support the mission and
outreach of Our Redeemer’s.
Kids of the Kingdom
February Birthdays
3/6 Angelina Buboltz 3/26 Brady DeHaan
3/7 Autumn Hess 3/27 Mila Thue
3/13 Jordan Schmidt 3/29 Coyer Antolick
3/17 Jessica Young 3/30 Logan Johnson
3/17 Aaron Trotter 3/30 Eli Jones
3/31 Adley Olson
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Pastor Zane Anderson Midweek Lenten Worship, Wednesdays at 6:15p.m.

Eyes on Jesus and Holden Evening Prayer will be used for midweek
Lenten services at 6:15 p.m. on March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1. When the
characters in the Passion narrative look at Jesus, what do they see? In
most cases, people misunderstood who He is and what He was doing.
In some cases, by faith, people recognized Him aright. Our Lenten
series this year, based on the Gospel according to St. Mark, will
examine how the various people around Jesus viewed Him—and how
we should view Him. We will “fix our eyes” on what Jesus has done to
save us from our sins. Ash Wednesday, February 26 is where we
begin:
March 4 “Betraying Eyes”
March 11 “Sleepy Eyes”
March 18 “Denying Eyes”
March 25 “Murderous Eyes”
April 1 “Worldly Eyes”
April 9 Maundy Thursday “More Than Meets the Eye”
April 10 Good Friday “Victorious Eyes”
April 12 Easter “New Eyes”
This contemporary service is easy to learn, with flowing melodies
accompanied by piano and often flute. It creates a peaceful way in
which to contemplate God’s Word and bring the day to a close. We
believe it will bring you refreshment and renewal in faith.

Lay Reader/Communion Servers Me, a Scripture Reader on Sunday or a Communion Assistant?

Can I do that? Yes, you can.
If you have ever thought about being a lay reader or Communion
assistant, now is the time to sign up. Pastor Zane will be leading a
one-day class on how to be a lay reader or Communion assistant. We
will gather following worship on March 8th. Grab a cup of coffee and
join him.
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Confirmation Schedule March Class Schedule

Fellowship Hall Worship
March 4 Meal at 5:30 Lenten Worship at 6:15
March 11 Meal at 5:30 Lenten Worship at 6:15
March 18 Meal at 5:30 Lenten Worship at 6:15
March 25 Meal at 5:30 Lenten Worship at 6:15

Dear parents of confirmation students:

We invite you to join your child for mid-week Lenten services. Lent begins
with Ash Wednesday- February 26, 2020. Please note the change of schedule
during Lent. We will be done with our confirmation time at the conclusion of
worship which will be 7 most weeks. We will return to our regular schedule
following Easter. During the next six weeks, students will attend worship. We as
a Worship and Education team would invite you to join them during Lent. You
may attend the meal which begins at 5:30 p.m., and then go with your child to
worship at 6:15 p.m. Confirmation students are required to attend mid-week
Lenten worship and to take worship notes. On Wednesdays from March 4 –
April 1, we’ll be using Holden Evening Prayer, a beautiful contemporary setting
done with piano and flute or other instrument. This has been used in the past,
and we are bringing it out once again. Please consider joining us for a mid-week
break from the business of life and take a moment to breathe. A brief
meditation will be done by Pastor Zane reflecting on the theme “Eyes on
Jesus.” Bring a friend! We think you’ll find these services refreshing. The only
week we will not be serving a meal is Ash Wednesday- February 26, 2020.

God’s peace to you,

Pastor Zane Anderson, the Education Team and the Worship Team

New Member Orientation and Welcome

New Member Classes We will be welcoming new members into our congregation on March 29 th at the
9:00 a.m. worship service. If you or someone you know is interested in joining
our faith community. Please contact us (320-843-3151). The Outreach
Committee and Pastor Zane would also like to try and set up a sponsor family,
who can help answer questions that arise and help you in making connections
in our faith community. We will also have two classes following worship on
March 15th, and 22nd. It will be an introduction to Lutheran perspectives on
faith and life. Most find this helpful when coming to Redeemer’s from other
Christian churches and others find it a good refresher. Please put these dates
on your calendar. We are looking forward to this opportunity to get to know
each of you better.
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Council Minutes ORLC Church Council Meeting Minutes

February 20, 2020 6:00pm

Present: Sara Erdman, Desi Beyer, Al Leedahl, Nate Berheim, Kent Luthi,
Jan Goff, Pastor Zane Anderson, Jeff Arnold
Absent: James O’Leary
Devotions: Jeff
Meeting was called to order by Council President Sara Erdman. Jeff made
a motion to accept the agenda. Jan seconded. M/S/P
Officer Nominations were as follows:
President-Sara Erdman, Vice President-Jeff Arnold, Treasurer- Nate
These are unapproved minutes
Berheim, Secretary- Desi Beyer.
2/20/2020 – 6:00 p.m.
Jeff made a motion to accept the officer nominations. Jan seconded.
M/S/P
Consent Agenda: No changes to January Secretary’s Report. Treasurer’s
Report was presented by Al. Balance sheet and budget were reviewed by
the council in detail. Decisions regarding investing the trust fund donation
of $33,470.09 and reinvesting the current Thrivent annuity account will be
made by the Trust Fund Board. Nate made a motion to accept the
Consent Agenda. Jeff seconded. M/S/P
Pastors Report: Youth & Personnel boards will be meeting to discuss
options with the Youth Director position. There are several families
interested in joining ORLC. Parish Nurse position has been filled by Joy
Zehringer. She will be doing visits on Mondays and Wednesdays. Julie
Holte continues to help with visits in the Starbuck area. There will be an
official installation in the future. Preparations are underway for Ash
Wednesday and Lenten services.
Board Reports:
ORW- Raising money for padded chairs, spring luncheon will be March 4,
ORLC is hosting Glacial Ridge conference on 4/20/20.
Music & Worship- Extra Easter money will be donated to the BACK
program. Musical will not be held due to inclement weather interference.
We are in need of volunteer readers and communion servers. No other
board reports.
Council Liaisons are as follows:
Adult Ed- Desi Youth- Desi
Trust Fund- Jeff Mutual Ministry- Sara
Property- Jeff Personnel- Kent
ORW- Sara Cemetery- Nate
Outreach- Sara Music & Worship- Jan
Stewardship- James Health Ministry- Kent
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Council Minutes Continued…

Old Business: City is not going to install equipment for local cable channel
access. We need to find a way to reach our members with the worship
service.
$20,000 CD earmarked for Youth Director position at First Security Bank is
maturing this month. We will find out the details on maturity date and
determine whether we will allow it to automatically renew for another
year at the current rate.
Weather cancellation policy was established. In case of inclement
weather, Willmar & Morris radio stations will be notified (Benson does
not do live broadcast on Sundays). Cancellations will also be posted on
the ORLC Facebook page. The decision to cancel will be made by the
council via cell phone group text message.
New Business: Added Nate Berheim, new ORLC Treasurer, to be able to
sign checks for both general as well as the designated checking account.
Jeff made a motion to add Nate as an additional signor on accounts, Jan
seconded. M/S/P
Jay Alsaker is looking into options for updating our projector and screen
equipment in the sanctuary.
March Devotions: Desi
Next Meeting: Meetings will be held the second Monday of the month
with the next meeting being March 9 at 6:00pm.
Sara led a closing prayer and meeting was adjourned at 8:10pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Desi Beyer
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Faithfully Fit Forever You are welcome to join Faithfully Fit Forever, an exercise program
that meets at Our Redeemer’s on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
mornings from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. The program includes stretching,
aerobics, weights, and devotions. To attend, you simply need to wear
comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water. You can also bring 3
lb. or 5 lb. weights, but we do have a supply of weights that can be
used as well.
Thank you,
Exercise daily Helen Mortenson, Joyce Leedahl, Carol Peterson and Pam Lawatsch
Walk with God

We Pray for One Another

Alta Larson, Kae Roebling (daughter of Sharon Swanberg), Carol
Peterson, Delores Schaaf, Anna Offerdahl, August Grothe, Delores
Petrie (sister of Loretta Burns), Samantha Thompson (Jerry & Connie
Opoien’s granddaughter), Alice Skarsten, Christ Skarsten, Birgit
Rasmussen (daughter-in-law- of Helen & Jim Norstedt), Sharon Rudi,
Carol Dokken.

Come meet our new Parish Nurse

Meet & Greet
Parish Nurse March 15th during coffee hour

Joy grew up in a small town in Wisconsin, with five siblings. She met
her husband Noah during her senior year of nursing school at St.
Catherine’s. After graduating, she started work at Hennepin County
Medical Center (HCMC) in the float pool. She continued her work
there and along with working in Emergency Department at St. John’s
hospital. In 2013, they moved to Phoenix for Noah to attend Dental
school, where she started working in Pre op/Pacu at a small hospital.
The following year she started working for the University of Arizona in
Short stay, Endoscopy and Cardiac Rehab. She is excited to get to
know you!
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Windows on Easter Windows on Easter Bible Study

The season of Lent is a good time to join others in the community for a Bible
study sponsored by Adult Ed.

By looking through The Windows on Easter we will see and feel what
Malchus, Judas Iscariot, Simon of Cyrene, the Centurion, Joseph of
Arimathea, Mary Magdalene and other women, and the disciples on the
road to Emmaus saw and felt and learn from their responses. I invite you to
enter into the events that altered the world forever through scripture study.

Join others from the community at the Benson Public Library on Thursdays
during Lent. The Bible study is a new lesson each week, come when you are
able. All welcome.

Susan C. Snow, Bible study leader

Spring Luncheon

AFTER A LONG WINTER, WE INVITE

YOU TO A

“CELEBRATION OF SPRING LUNCHEON”

OUR REDEEMERS FELLOWSHIP HALL, BENSON

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
SERVING FROM 11:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.

MENU: Hot Dish, Cole Slaw, Bread Sticks and Desserts

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
(Freewill Offering for New Fellowship Hall Chairs)
Celebration Ringers
Session Four
Come and ring handbells in our next session! Rehearsals are
March 18th & 25th and April 1st, 15th at 5:10 p.m. at the church. We will play in
worship on April 19th. Contact Sarah Skarsten at sarahskarsten@gmail.com
if interested.
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Our Redeemer’s Women
Purpose Statement
As a community of women
created in the image of God,
called to discipleship in Jesus
Christ, and empowered by the
Holy Spirit. We commit
ourselves to grow in faith, affirm
our gifts, support one another in
our calling, engage in ministry
and action, and promote healing
and wholeness in our church,
the society and the world.
March 2020
Our Redeemer’s Women, March 2020
March ushers in Spring, and most importantly, the Easter journey. An
awakening and a renewing of everything. Are you ready? Are you prepared?
Join us for a “Spring Gathering” of chicken hotdish at a noon luncheon on
Wednesday, March 4th from 11:30 to 1 in our Fellowship Hall. Take your noon
break with us. It’s a celebration of the coming Spring. Let’s see some summer
clothes and open toes. Practice for what is just around the corner.
At our recent ORW board meeting, we decided that we would purchase 200
chairs rather than the 150 we had originally planned. It seems 175 is a pretty
common number for funeral serving. Therefore, we will need more money than
we had stated before. Some donations and memorials have already been
received. Thank You!! But we will need more before we can order them. It will be
so nice to have new chairs. The next thing on our agenda is the annual clothing
drive. If you are clearing out closets now and wish to bring your things at this time
you may place them to the south of the stage downstairs. Formal gathering date
will be April 13, 14, and 15. Packing date will be Thursday, the 16th. Volunteers to
help is always welcome and very much needed. Let Karen Kellner know.
On Monday, April 20th, we will be hosting the Glacial Ridge Conference WELCA
Spring Gathering. Registration begins at four o’clock with the meal at 4:30. We
will be serving the main meal with East Zion ladies furnishing the desserts. Some
of you may be asked to assist in the kitchen, clean-up and registration. I will thank
you in advance for your assistance. There is an excellent program planned
following the business meeting. We will be looking at Angels with scripture and
music. Plan now to attend. Our offering, monetary and in-kind, will be ¼ to Safe
Avenues and ¼ to the Girls Ranch. Your in-kind offering may include any personal
care items or kitchen items. The remaining 50% will go to the Conference for their
expenses. There will also be a semi in the NE corner of our parking lot where
some churches will be bringing their LWR and Marie Sandvik clothing drive boxes.
They will also be accepting LWR kits and quilts.
We will be sending our Mission Action School backpacks as well as Personal
care Kits that Karen is making with a Thrivent gift card. Thanks Thrivent and
thanks Karen for all you do.
All of our Work Unit ladies should have received their post card from ORW. We
hope it will make it easy to see what we expect from you and lessen your unit
leaders work load by not having to call each of you for each thing. Put it
somewhere so you won’t forget.
Dianne Doscher has sent an ORW update to Kristina Kent for our church
website. She did a great job. Thanks Dianne. If you haven’t checked Our
Redeemer’s Lutheran Church online, do so now. Just go to Our Redeemer’s
Lutheran Church, you’ll find the ORW under “growing in faith” and then “small
groups.” This website has everything on it. If you misplaced your ORW booklet,
it’s there, if you can’t find your Light and Life, it’s there as is most everything.
Check it out, it is easy and complete.
Happy Blessed Easter to all of you, Bonnie Jaeger
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GOD’ S WORK, OUR HANDS Our Redeemer’s Outreach is collecting the various items listed
below during the months of February & March for The Animal
OUR REDEEMER’S OUTREACH
Shelter (Humane Society).
-Pedigree dog food, Purina dog/cat food, Purina kitten chow, tennis
balls and sturdy plastic toys for the dog park. Monetary donations
are also welcomed.
If you would like to donate, please place items in the black box in
the Narthex.

Mission Action Project Please help us fill 100 School Kits. With the donations received in
August and September we already have 100 rulers and 100 sets of
pencils. Items still needed are crayons, (box of 16 or 24), scissors,
pencil sharpeners, erasers, and pens. Check the graph in the Narthex
weekly to see our progress. If you would like to make a monetary
donation, please label your offering “Mission Action” and send or
drop it off to the Church Office. Thank you for your help.

5th Grade Communion Information

5th Grade Information
The fifth Grade Communion instruction and stepping stone is coming
soon. Please keep our fifth-grade students in your prayers as they
prepare for their first communion on Maundy Thursday- April 9 at
7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. More information will be mailed to them
soon.
5th Grade Communion Dates:
Saturday, March 14 9:00 a.m.
Chalice Retreat
Saturday, March 28 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
5th Grade Communion Instruction with parents
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Adysen Hess SAlex McChesney Carter Hinds
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Our Redeemer’s Milestones Baptisms: Kecia Faith Emmert

Bereaved: Violet Wellman (mother of Anita Horecka)
~Please keep the families & friends of the bereaved in your thoughts &
prayers.

Serving March 2020

March Altar Guild Jan Baukol, Shirley Evenson, Joyce Leedahl, Ann Forsberg

April Altar Guild Sue Hess, Carole Holmgren, Helen Mortenson, Holly Rodahl

March Ushers Kevin Bausman, Mike Berreau, Jon Hawley, Clayton Dale, Tom Larson

April Ushers Rodney Ellingson, Tom Jerve, Wayne Baker, Jeff Arnold, Lyle Tatge, Shawn
Rodahl, Nathan Norby, Jeff Erickson, Mike Backman

March Schedule March 1st 8th 15th 22nd 29th

Television Julie Brett Julie Brett
Sue Hess
Recorder Urke Beyer Urke Beyer
Projector Peggy Sara Donna Kendra Kim
Operator Bausman Erdman Tatge Razink Ulland

Communion
Servers
Lay Readers Darlene Edward
Jan Goff
Jane
Ross Pederson Kjos
Acolytes Gwen Sofia Landon Elsie Mya
Wilcox Schwiderski Williams Tolifson McGeary
Coffee Hour
Health
Ministry
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March

Important Dates

March: 4 March: 8
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Lay Reader/Communion Server Class
Spring Luncheon

March: 15 March: 14
Meet & Greet Parish Nurse 9:00 AM
Chalice Retreat
March: 4, 11, 18, 25
April: 1
Lenten Services March: 28
5:30 PM – Meal 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
6:15 PM – Worship in the Fellowship Hall 5th Grade Communion Instruction
with parents
March: 5, 19, 26
April: 2 March: 15 & 22
1:30 PM – Bible Study (Benson Public Library) New Member Classes
March: 12
12:00 PM – Bible Study (Benson Public Library) March: 29
New Member Sunday