….our school
began without too much of a fuss. As always the
first few days saw drop-off and pick-up issues but
that is solved now. Thanks to: Chris Burke
for “hooking-up” all the computers – glad to
have that job done; Beth Bourgeois for
helping computerize many of the forms and attendance
records we are required to complete; Mike Welch
and Craig Brister for picking-up and
delivering text books; Todd Sauer leveled the
parking lot – so the pot-holes are gone….until the
next rain; Earl Marquardt for building our
new swings on the playground; and, of course, to
Ursula Hudson and Jeannie Brister for
assuming the duties of principal – a big job to say
the least and they have certainly
stepped-up-to-the-plate. Our teachers and staff are
unquestionably doing a “jam-up” job, so “thank
you” to Hope, Christiana,
Kendra, Sue, Debbie, Ursula,
Jeannie, Pat, Donna, and our
parents who give of their time to help in the
classroom and with lunch duties. As it turns out we
still have room for additional students in most
grades…so if you know of someone seeking a great
school please refer Lafayette Lutheran School.
FLC welcomed
the LLS students and parents for lunch at the August
Covered Dish. A number of LLS’ers worshiped with us
and others came after attending their own church to
enjoy the noon meal. It was great to meet, greet,
and welcome each visitor. We all look forward to
their next visit, of course, please know LLS
students and parents are always welcomed. Thanks to
all who participated and supported this event….it
was great!
Mother’s
Day Out is off to a good start as well. Sara
Gallineau is our director. We are blessed that
our MDO is not simply a babysitting service – we
actually teach the older children. Thanks to all
our MDO teachers – Cori, Kathy,
Kelly, Kim, Lori, Sandra.
Sunday Church
School has begun the fall term. Thanks to our “summer
teachers” – Salina Botteron, Barry
Gidman, John Dankert – “y’all done
good!”
The fall term
teachers are: Kristen Bagby & Jessica
Leger, Nursery–3yrs.; Shelly Brumbaugh &
Elizabeth Diebold, pre-K-1st
grade; Barbara Schmidt, Sharon Banchbach,
Katy Wood, Linda Fox (sub.), 2nd-4th;
Salina Botteron, Carla Nobles,
Lauri Sauer, 5th-8th;
John Dankert, High School; Kathy Crowley
& Beth Bourgeois, substitutes; pastor,
adults. Jodi Franklin and Mary
Kinler are co-superintendents. As you can see
we have classes for everyone ---- so make plans to
join us each Sunday.
It was our
honor and privilege to baptize Cale Aiden Perkins
on August 23rd. Cale is the infant son
of Jason and Nicole Perkins. His
sponsors are Eric Bue and Leslie
Goodwin.
Our deepest
condolences are extended to Norris and
Shirley Gwin at the death of Shirely’s mother,
Margaret Wendelkin and to Debbie Collins,
Carolyn Ruth Hebert and their families at the
death of their mother, Flo Ware. Please
remember these families in your prayers during this
difficult time.
Camille
Thompson is at Camelot Place Assisted Living in
Broussard...stop by for a visit. Woody Williams
is at home and is doing well. Ede Dupre
is home dealing with some health issues – give her a
call. Freda Crisler was hospitalized and is
home – please remember her in your prayers, give her
a call. Bob Pillion had surgery and
is home recuperating under Arla’s watchful
eye. Sarah Warren has been in Lafayette
General Hospital for surgery – she is home but
please remember her in your prayers. Estelle
Rietschel was hospitalized and is at St. Agnes
Nursing Home in Breaux Bridge...please keep Estelle
and Fred in your prayers. Brenda Nettles was
hospitalized and now home – remember her in your
prayers.
Lafayette
Consolidated Government continues work on the
proposed road across our property. The details of
the project are still under consideration…it will
happen….the rumor is by the end of 2010. We shall
see.
Just a
reminder for everyone concerning building usage,
please schedule events with Michelle Davis,
church secretary.
(Yes, I am
still trying to locate my white and purple stoles…)
We
have many groups using the facility so it is
important to do this. And remember to clean-up
after your event, turn off lights and air
conditioners, and lock all doors.
As part of
our 2009 benevolence FLC has paid the tuition for a
seminarian student at Wartburg Seminary. The
student receiving our help is a married second
career senior with two children (9 & 7 years old).
A letter acknowledging FLC’s gift is posted in the
narthex. We plan to make this an ongoing practice
therefore the budget proposed for 2010 will reflect
this desire.
Sydney
and Noah Sauer have been at it
again…mowing the lawn. Looks great, Sydney and
Noah! Todd helped as well.
“One Bread,
One Body” is an adult one-day, co-ed retreat, to
be held October 3rd,
9am--3pm, at Camp Hardtner in Pollock,
Louisiana. The cost is $15 per person for
materials, building usage, and lunch. Due to space,
the first 40 paid-in-full registrants will be
accepted. Questions, contact Maureen Dankert,
280-3247, to register contact Colleen LeBeouf,
781-1443.
Just to give
you fair warning….LLS is planning a “fun run”
in the very near future. Please begin your
preparation for this event now. If you have not be
exercising regularly, it might be a good idea to
begin slowly – a walk in the evening after work and
progressively work up to a short run and then
increase your distance. Full details will be
forthcoming.
Todd Sauer
is gearing up to begin working on the pews again.
We have 14 more to refinish. Speak with Todd on
Sunday if you would like to help with this project.
Elizabeth
Dugdale has been appointed to fill a vacant seat
on council until the Annual Meeting. Elizabeth is
responsible for Youth Ministries.
We
remember in our prayers those effected by:
cancer: McNolan Stelly; Jamie
Dugdale; Eleanor Meaux; Tom Armatta;
Kylie Deville; Betty Daimond; Martha Rae Guillot;
Sherry Alleman; Betty DeCuir; C.B. Burley; Gordan
Grau; Lee Ducharme; Denise Mantell;
Roberta Silvetti. heart:
Freda Crisler; John Anderson; Lyndy
Palmer. Illness, surgery, or other health
concerns: Brenda Nettles; Sarah
Warren; Corey Dalfrey; Delta Hills; Yvonne Fox;
Hans & Suzanne Renckly; Shelly Blocker;
Sandra Jenkins; William Birch; Ede Dupre;
Destinee Myers; Dale & Lefland Prejean;
Estelle Rietschel; Bob Pillion; Glenda Hood;
Camille Thompson; Roselyne Nobles;
Woody William; Sharon Rae Roper-Weisz;
Karl Renckly; Jared Scott; Wilimena Hurling;
Carolyn Nktsche. those serving in the armed
forces: Robert Schultz; Eric Bue,
Loriel Hartman; Shelly Gent; Christopher Gent;
Christy Hayes; Matt Raborn; Ryan Dice; Jason
Jenkins; Brett Frederick; Tylan Meaux; Mark Guidry;
Jessie Harden; Adam Hartman; Travis Curtis; Robert
Buckles; John Croall; Phillip Daspit; Dominique
DeJernette. Brian Duos. Hagan Gary; Chris
Landry; Mich Leferink; Ben Richard; Michael
Sterling; John White; Jon Guidry.
those with other concerns: the Ware family
at the death of Flo Ware; Glenda Hood; Randi
Denning & family; Carol Enders; Mike Renne; Maddie &
Michelle Weisz; Gisela Pitre; Dale Mollere; David
Mollere; Melvine Ross; Jason Welch; Carrie Welch;
Stephanie Welch; Michelle, John Michael,
& Harley Pellegrin; Paulette Guthrie;
Richard Schmidt; Cliff Milligan.
those provide care for the infirm and homebound:
George Francke, Janice Williams, Fred Reitschel.
those who have not heard and for those have
heard but do not believe in Jesus our Savior.
and for First Lutheran Church – all
her ministries and people. Lord, in your
mercy, hear our prayer!
Lafayette Lutheran School News
LLS still has
room for students so registration continues. For
more please call 984-7860 or visit our website
www.lafayettelutheran.com.
We are
settling into a routine but there are new adventures
on the horizon – Mrs. Hebert’s music class teaching
music, movement and dance; library time where
students lean Library Etiquette and research
techniques; and weekly enrichment program where
parent volunteers share talents and skills.
Grandparents
Day will be celebrated on September 11th
with PTO providing refreshments in the fellowship
hall. All grandparents are invited to visit classes
and spend time with their grandchild(ren).
Reports cards
will be issued on September 21st.
The hot lunch
program continues thanks to Hub City Dinner. Mrs.
Hebert and parent volunteers assist with the meals.
LLS would like
to continue with the Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts
program. We need volunteers to lead the scouts. If
interested in help with the Scouts please contact
Donna, 984-7860
