Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church

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Part-time Organist Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Ellison Bay, Wisconsin is seeking an organist to fill our retiring organist’s shoes. We are a thriving congregation who takes our mission seriously (but we don’t take ourselves too seriously). Our sanctuary has a carefully maintained Dobson tracker organ, a nine foot Steinway grand piano, and a seven foot Steinway grand piano. Our church is located in northern Door County, Wisconsin, the Cape Cod of the Midwest and a community rich in the arts and scenic beauty. Our congregation loves music and appreciates our organ, sanctuary choir, and handbells. We host concerts throughout the year. We believe in a fair competitive salary and benefit structure. This position could expand into a full-time one as our pianist/choir director approaches retirement. Your position : Leading the congregation for hymns and liturgy during services on the organ or occasionally the piano. Preparing and playing preludes and postludes on the organ. Participating in a monthly Music and Worship meeting, helping to choose appropriate music as you collaborate with our choir director and pastor. Directing the Handbell Choir. Coordinating summer recital series, guest musicians, and concerts in collaboration with the Worship and Music team. Being a joyful team player and loving the work you do and the team you do it with. Your Knowledge and Training: Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent skill and experience. Good keyboard skills and knowledge of the Lutheran tradition. Good communication and social skills. Salary : $22,000-30,000 depending on experience. Part-time position will require about 15 to 20 hours a week. Please send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to gracefrossman@gmail.com . For a conversation, call 920-493-6801.

Construction Junction Join us each week as we learn about Jesus thru stories, music, crafts and a mission project. Week 5 - August 12 Paul said to King Agrippa, "But God has helped me to this very day. Ia ma saying nothing other than what the prophets and Moses said would take place." Acts 26:22 Bible Story Music Crafts Music Week 4 - August 5 God loved the world so much the he gave his one and only Son. Anyone who believes in him will not die but will have eternal life. John 3:16 Introduction Bible Story Music Crafts Music Mission Project Week 3 - July 29 Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane. Introduction Bible Story Music Crafts Mission Project Music Week 2 - July 22 Follow Me. Matthew 9:9 Introduction Bible Story Crafts Music Mission Project Week 1 - July 15 Everyone who hears my words and puts them into practice is like a wise man. He builds his house on the rock! Matthew 7:24 Introduction Bible Story Music Crafts Mission Project

Ministries Shepherd of the Bay church offers many ministry options for all ages in our community. Full Directory of Ministries Klaud's Food Pantry The food pantry is open every day from 8 am to 8 pm, all year round. It's open to everyone, regardless of income. You don’t need to provide any information or have any obligations. We understand that families in Door County can experience difficult times and may need help. Weddings Door County is a beautiful place to hold your wedding. We host many weddings all year around for both members and guests. Stephen Ministry Sometimes it takes more that a parka or a blanket to keep another person warm. Sometimes it takes the presence of a caring Christian friend. Youth & Family Ministry We offer many programs for children ages 3-18 and their families. Guatemala Mission Trip Each March, we send a team of 12-18 members and friends on a week long mission trip to work with the Mayan people of Guatemala. We build and repair homes for widows, install water filters and efficient cooking stoves, give out solar powered audio bibles and more. WELCA The Women of the ELCA are involved in many fund raising events for local, national and international organizations.

Pastor Jim Honig Pr. Jim Honig brings over 30 years experience as a parish pastor to his calling in northern Door County. He is a gifted preacher and teacher, and enjoys both planning and leading worship. Over the past 15 years, he has developed both interest and skill in the arts and practices of congregation based organizing, using those skills to develop congregations and to further their work in the community. In addition to his parish work, he is an active blogger (www.jameskhonig.com ), the author of the novel, By Paths Untrodden, and a regular contributor to Sundays and Seasons: Preaching, an annual preaching resource published by the ELCA. When not at work, Pr. Jim enjoys both the outdoors — hiking, biking, kayaking — and the indoors — reading, writing, and a long list of home improvement projects. He is married to Dr. Sheryl Honig, and they have two grown sons, Chris, married to Liz, and Tim, married to Stacey. Jim and Sheryl enjoy their two poodles, Safia and Suzie. sotbpastor@gmail.com Director of Youth and Family Ministry, Lynda Pietruszka I was born and raised in a Milwaukee suburb and vacationed in Door County since I was a baby. My parents retired to Sister Bay in 1992 and have lived there ever since. My two daughter's (Emily, age 26 and Madeline, age 24) were born and raised in Rochester, MN and Longmont, CO. My education and work experience are in both the Hospitality Industry and Elementary Education. I've also had a wonderful opportunity to apply both fields into one as a Children and Family program minister for Longs Peak United Methodist church in Longmont, CO for a number of years. It is where my passion lies and I am so very happy to be returning to the ministry! I look forward to sharing my faith journey with my new church family, continuing to strengthen what is already in place for our children, youth, and families, and partnering with ya'll to be the "hands and feet" in service to SOTB and our outlining community! Be Blessed!! sotbyouth@gmail.com Secretary, Carol Frakes-Omernick Carol has been the secretary since 2013. She publishes the weekly bulletins, monthly newsletter, and works with the web site and social media accounts. Carol is active with the Guatemala Mission team and is a Stephen Minister. On Thursdays, you can find her crocheting or quilting with the WELCA Mission Group. Carol and her husband, Karl have 2 grown sons, Eli & Jed. sotboffice@yahoo.com Principal Pianist and Sanctuary Choir Director, Judith Jackson Judy plays the piano and directs the Sanctuary Choir for the 9:30 Sunday morning worship services. She collaborates with organist Greg Beem on special music for church and other events, accompanies visiting guest soloists, appears in special concerts throughout the year and oversees the health and well-being of the two Steinway grand pianos in the sanctuary. Please reload

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We Are Lutherans As Lutherans, we are proud of the heritage of the Reformation and the great principles of Christian belief rediscovered by Martin Luther which form the core of our faith and life. Grace Alone - All of God's mercy, love and forgiveness is given to us purely as a gift which we in no way deserve. Faith Alone - We recieve these gifts simply by trusting in the God who promises them, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Scripture Alone - The Bible is the one reliable and authoritative source of our knowledge about God, His will for our lives, and especially His love for us through our savior Jesus Christ. We are Christians As followers of Christ, we rejoice that we are part of the much wider christian fellowship which includes all who confess Jesus Chirst as Lord. We hold joint worship services with other Christian Churches in Door County, and join with them in Vacation Bible School programs and acts of service to others. We welcome into our congregation individuals from a wide range of denominational backgrounds as well as those with no previous church background. This rich variety of people contributes to the variety and vitality of our congregation. Our Mission We believe that the door to salvation is always open and so are the doors to our church. Our mission is to be fully devoted to Jesus by opening our arms to those in search of the truth. We show God’s love and concern for our fellow man at every opportunity. Through works of charity and opening our doors to listen and love, we feel that we are walking in the footsteps of Jesus Christ.

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