2024-25 Conversation & Cuisine
Sign up by Monday, September 30th
Conversation & Cuisine is a casual evening of getting better acquainted, while enjoying a meal in each other’s homes or a restaurant of choice. Groups made up of 6-8 members & friends of Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church gather for three meals during the course of the year. If you would like to participate in the 2024-25 groups, please let Janna Haug know. You can connect with her at Coffee Hour, or contact the church office.
In the Footsteps of Saint Paul
For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in his steps.
1 Peter 2:21
Although these words are attributed to St. Peter, they certainly do reflect the life of St. Paul. On his four missionary journeys, including his imprisonment in Rome, Paul travelled nearly 10,000 miles over 14 years. The majority of this was by foot. His willingness to travel great distances to preach of Christ helped establish Christianity across the Mediterranean.
Throughout the summer in our sermon series, we have been reminded that Paul’s challenges, however, were not merely the distances. He faced significant resistance, both from Jewish and Gentile believers. It is a courageous and inspiring testimony of faith. In his Second Letter to the Corinthians, he wrote, “Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was pelted with stones, three times I was shipwrecked, I spent a night and a day in the open sea.” He was also arrested and imprisoned three times. In spite of it all, Paul could dare write to the Church in Philippi Rejoice! And again, I say, rejoice!
In the last Sunday of summer, we will continue to follow in Paul’s footsteps as he completes his work in Greece and returns to Asia Minor and the ancient Greek city of Ephesus. Today, Ephesus is only ruins in modern day Turkey, but it was once the most important Greek city on the eastern side of the Aegean. It was home to a large Jewish community, as well as the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Paul spent three years in Ephesus, the longest time he spent in any one place. From there he wrote many of his letters to the churches he established in Greece, including his letter to the Philippians, Thessalonians the Corinthians, as
well as his personal pastor letters. As was his usual pattern, Paul began his ministry in the synagogue, and then his presentation moved into the great city library. Finally, the discussions moved into the outdoor theatre where it ended in a riot with the worshipers of Artemis. This time Paul walked away unscathed.
Although, Saint Paul, was never as revered as the Apostle Peter and James, through his missionary journeys and his letters, Paul’s role was solidified as the Apostle to the Gentiles, the primary theologian of the Christian Church and the founder of the Church in Europe.
Peace, Pastor Arden Haug
Children’s Ministry August 2024
Registration is now open for the upcoming program year which begins on Rally Sunday, September 8th. Sunday School is offered for children who are age 3 (by September 1st) through 6th grade. We ask that all families register their children and you can find the online registration form on our website or use the button below.
If you have any questions, please contact our Children’s Ministry Director, Diane LaMere diane.lamere@loti.org.
Our Saviour’s Housing Meals 2024
Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church provides a meal on the second Saturday of each month. Our monthly meals are provided by donation. The shelter orders & serves the meal. Thanks to Jim Olson for July.
| AUG 10 | Laura Nortwen & Kathy Greenbank |
| SEP 14 | Remi & Debby Pizarro |
| OCT 12 | Richard & Kristie Eklund |
| NOV 9 | Mary Sabatke in memory of Bruce Sabatke |
| DEC 14 | Mary Flynn, Twyla Hobbs, Mary Jubenville, Linda Nelson & Denise Wilkens |
In The Footsteps of the Saint Paul in Greece— by Land & Sea
April 23rd – May 4th, 2025
According to the Book of Acts, St. Paul’s second missionary journey brought him to Greece where he established churches in Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, Athens and Corinth. In some cities, he was warmly welcomed and in others, he was driven out of town. Join Pastor Arden and Janna Haug as they walk in the footsteps of St. Paul in these cities, as well as visiting the Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. Brochures of the complete tour are available at the church or by contacting Pastor Haug.
Delta Airlines Chairman’s Club Gala & TEAM USA A350
LOTI member Mark Duff, is Captain of the flight crew that is flying Chairman’s Club members from Toulouse to Atlanta on May 3rd. Delta Chairman’s Club members are nominated and elected by their peers for exemplary service for Delta Airlines. They are awarded the experience of visiting Toulouse (home of Airbus) to attend the Chairman’s Club Gala— the aircraft acceptance ceremony with fine food & wine, before returning to the US on the maiden flight. This year’s Gala is unique in that the aircraft’s paint scheme is TEAM USA for the Summer Olympics. It will be used to transport athletes to Paris. Congratulations, Mark! Today, Thursday, May 2nd the event was featured on NBC’s Today, 3rd Hour. today.com
Children’s Ministry May 2024
A Great Big Thank You!
As the Sunday School program year comes to an end on May 19, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to our adults and youth who helped teach in the classroom throughout the program year: Jill Gruys, Kamie Moen, Becca Morell, Shannon Morell, Jennie Nelson, Linda Nelson, Nicole Olson, Andrea Reno-Christy, Cody Rustad and Winnie Ulland. Thank you for sharing your love of God with our kids!
Summer Camp for Children, Youth & Families
Luther Park, Danbury WI
Cabin Camp: Grades 1-6
Weeks of June 23 or July 21
Campers spend a half or full week in cabins (with electricity, bathrooms and showers). They will
play games, do arts and crafts, swim/boat in the lake, worship and sing by the campfire, build
relationships, hear stories, and develop their faith. Full week campers will participate in a
banquet and variety show on Thursday.
Treehouse Camp: Grades 7-12
Weeks of June 23 or July 21
Youth spend a week in rustic tree houses, cook over an open fire and work together to grow in
relationship with God, God’s creation and each other. A bathhouse with running water, flushable
toilets and showers is available. Campers stay up late and experience more of God’s creation at
night and sleep in the mornings.
Horse Camp: Grades 4-12
June 23-28
All the great things of camp, plus horses! Campers will stay at Luther Park and be shuttled daily
to Frontier Stables in Frederick, WI to learn the basics of horse care and riding. After a day of
riding, campers will get to participate in the evening camp activities. All campers will be
assessed on their first day of camp to better tailor the class to all participants.
Grand Camp: Grandparents & Grandchildren
July 14-17
All the fun things of camp but with your grandparent/grandchild. What’s included? All meals
will be provided by our fabulous cooks, games and activities will be led by our skilled staff, free
use of the waterfront area and recreation areas, staff-led worships, campfires and Bible
activities, and so much more!
Camp Getaway for Families
5 weekends (Friday-Sunday) to choose from…
Session 1: June 28-30
Session 2: July 19-21
Session 3: July 26-28
Session 4: August 2-4
Session 5: August 16-18
All meals and snacks prepared for you (5 meals for a 2 night stay).
Access to game/sport’s equipment and spaces like Volleyball Courts, Basketball Court, Gaga
Ball Pit and Game Room (pool table, foosball, ping pong and indoor 4 square)
Use of the Waterfront (swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, pontooning and
fishing). Free use of the Arts & Crafts space and all the fun craft supplies inside.
Prepared crafts, Bible devotions, family games/activities and other family spiritual practices
(upon interest) Staff led worships, campfires, and other activities (upon interest)
You can find more details on lodging choices and fees at lutherpark.com
For registration and details go to www.lutherpark.com. Partial scholarships from LOTI pancake breakfast proceeds are available. Contact the church office for more information.
Children’s Ministry April 2024
Summer Camp Opportunities at Luther Park, Danbury WI
For registration and details go to www.lutherpark.com
Cabin Camp: Grades 1-6
Weeks of June 23 or July 21
Campers spend a half or full week in cabins (with electricity, bathrooms and showers). They will
play games, do arts and crafts, swim/boat in the lake, worship and sing by the campfire, build
relationships, hear stories, and develop their faith. Full week campers will participate in a
banquet and variety show on Thursday.
Treehouse Camp: Grades 7-12
Weeks of June 23 or July 21
Youth spend a week in rustic tree houses, cook over an open fire and work together to grow in
relationship with God, God’s creation and each other. A bathhouse with running water, flushable
toilets and showers is available. Campers stay up late and experience more of God’s creation at
night and sleep in the mornings.
Horse Camp: Grades 4-12
June 23-28
All the great things of camp, plus horses! Campers will stay at Luther Park and be shuttled daily
to Frontier Stables in Frederick, WI to learn the basics of horse care and riding. After a day of
riding, campers will get to participate in the evening camp activities. All campers will be
assessed on their first day of camp to better tailor the class to all participants.
Grand Camp: Grandparents & Grandchildren
July 14-17
All the fun things of camp but with your grandparent/grandchild. What’s included? All meals
will be provided by our fabulous cooks, games and activities will be led by our skilled staff, free
use of the waterfront area and recreation areas, staff-led worships, campfires and Bible
activities, and so much more!
Camp Getaway for Families
5 weekends (Friday-Sunday) to choose from…
Session 1: June 28-30
Session 2: July 19-21
Session 3: July 26-28
Session 4: August 2-4
Session 5: August 16-18
All meals and snacks prepared for you (5 meals for a 2 night stay).
Access to game/sport’s equipment and spaces like Volleyball Courts, Basketball Court, Gaga
Ball Pit and Game Room (pool table, foosball, ping pong and indoor 4 square)
Use of the Waterfront (swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, pontooning and
fishing). Free use of the Arts & Crafts space and all the fun craft supplies inside.
Prepared crafts, Bible devotions, family games/activities and other family spiritual practices
(upon interest) Staff led worships, campfires, and other activities (upon interest)
You can find more details on lodging choices and fees at lutherpark.com
LOTI Choir
Join the LOTI Choir & Director of Music, Dr Kristina Rizzotto, in preparation of anthems of the
season. The Choir prepares music for the 9:30 AM Sunday services (call time: 8:45 AM).
Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. We invite you and your family to become
involved in this enriching ministry of service. Curious members may join us for a Wednesday
rehearsal. No need for an angelic voice or advanced knowledge of music. There are really only
three criteria necessary for joining:
1) Willingness to commit to scheduled rehearsals & services.
2) Ability to match pitch.
3) Ability to carry a tune.
Morning Bible Study
Join us for bible study on Wednesdays at 10:00AM in the Library or on Zoom. Contact pastor@loti.org for a link.