JULY, 2009

St. Andrew Lutheran Church

1605 Neuse Blvd

New Bern, NC 28560

(252) 637-5879

Web Site: www.standy.org

Email: standrew1605@embarqmail.com

God’s power made perfect in weakness 2Corinthians 12:9

SATURDAY CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP 6:30 P.M.

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES 8:00 A.M. & 10:45 A.M.

SUNDAY SCHOOL Will Resume in the Fall

(Nursery available for all services)

FREE MEAL EVERY SATURDAY: 5:30 P.M.

Rev. Dr. Theodore H. Rust............Pastor and Mission Director

Pastor Ted’s email address: trust@embarqmail.com

Rev. Robert M. Weeks, Th.M.........Pastor Emeritus

J. T. Ellenberger …………………. Music Director

Laura Scott ……………………….. Nursery Coordinator

Theresa Lindquist …………………Administrative Assistant

Martha A. Nordstrom………………Volunteer Administrative Assistant

Beverly Carpenter .........................Volunteer Coordinator

Arden & Susan Strasser …Our Lutheran Missionaries in Zambia, Africa

THE BEGINNING OF LUTHERANISM IN NEW BERN, NORTH CAROLINA

Submitted by Pastor Emeritus Robert M. Weeks

St. Andrew Lutheran Church was organized at 10:30 o’clock on January 9, 1949. This year, 2009, we celebrate 60 years as a congregation. The 60^th Anniversary Committee has asked me to write several short articles about the history of our congregation and Lutheranism in New Bern. This is my first article

In 1707 a small group of colonist came to the Trent River under the leadership of The Reverend Claude Phillippee de Richebourg. Pastor de Richebourg was a Huguenot Pastor; however, among the colonists that arrived with him were Lutheran, French Huguenots, Calvinists, and Reformed Church members. Pastor de Richebourg helped this little band form the First Presbyterian congregation and later moved on to South Carolina.

In 1710, the first organized colony coming directly from Europe to North Carolina settled in New Bern. This colony was made up of Swiss and German Palatinates, some of whom were Lutherans. In those days, people were fleeing religious persecution in the Rhine due to the results of the Thirty Years War. These early New Bern settlers had fled to Amsterdam and then to England, where they awaited transportation to America. A young Swiss adventurer, Baron Christopher De Graffenried, was commissioned by Queen Anne of England to lead these immigrants to New Bern. It is interesting to note that De Graffenried had been greatly influenced by reading a handbook for Germans, describing provinces in America, published by a Lutheran Pastor, The Reverend Kockerthal. Most of the settlers that De Graffenried led to New Bern were Calvinistic and Lutheran; however, they had no pastors accompanying them and soon became affiliated with the Church of England congregation that we know as Christ Episcopal Church. Unfortunately, many of these early settlers were killed during the 1710 Indian Massacre in New Bern; however, 12 families of the Lutheran Palatinates escaped and helped establish Hebron Lutheran Church in Madison County, Virginia.

In February 1894, a group of Lutherans from Mauch Chunk and Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, settled in New Bern. These people were employed by the lumber industry. One of these persons visited The Reverend W. A. Lutz in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Pastor Lutz in turn, at the meeting of Synod in 1895, requested that The Reverend G. D. Bernheim, D.D, Pastor of St. Matthew‘s, Wilmington, North Carolina, be requested to visit New Bern and administer to these Lutherans. As a result, on July 28, 1895, St. Luke’s Evangelical Lutheran Church was organized with a Charter Membership of eight persons. Unfortunately, this attempt to plant Lutheranism in New Bern failed on June 12, 1898, when the congregation disbanded due to the lack of Lutherans living in the area. The lumber industry that brought these Lutherans to New Bern failed, and the families moved elsewhere.

(My next article will be “Our Congregation Begins.”)

May 19, 2009

Dear Pastor Rust,

I first want to apologize for taking so long to get back to you. As I’m sure you know, the end of year is quite busy for a college student. I want to thank you for your contribution to help fund my trip. The experience that I had in Costa Rica was truly life-changing. I got to see poverty like I’ve never seen before, as well as, experience generosity and hospitality of the people of Costa Rica even amid such struggle.

I’ve put together a slide show to show some of the things that we did on our trip, but I also wanted to include some descriptions of what we did.

Our fist few days were spent in Centro Manu, a retreat center in the middle of the rainforest sponsored by the Lutheran Church of Costa Rica. There we built benches for an outside worship space. When we finished the benches in record time, our foreman, Guyermo, got us to help clean up the space to make it ready for worship by moving a huge pile of brush and cleaning up the paths. The next day we made even more benches, but these benches are going to be sent out to Lutheran churches all over Costa Rica.

During our leisure time, we went on walks through the rainforest, witnessing the beauty of God’s creation. We saw frogs, giant ants, toucans, sloths, and gorgeous flora and fauna. One day we went zip-lining through the rainforest canopy and then hiked down to a waterfall.

While in Centro Manu, we also spent time with the children in a small community called San Martin. San Martin is made up largely of Nicaraguan immigrants who come to Costa Rica to support their families. Most of the community is government projects. Nevertheless, the children welcomed us with open arms. We worshipped with them, ate with them, made craft projects that would later decorate the worship space at Manu, and even shared ice cream out of a rain gutter with them. We also participated in home stays with some of the children and their parents. The language barrier was rough at times, but it was fascinating to see how other people live and to realize that God made each of us yet we live such different lives.

After our time at Centro Manu, we split into groups and headed off to other communities. I went to a mountain community called Quitirissi, which is known for its herbal medicines and crafts. We went to painting and meditation classes with members of the church, some of whom who had never painted before. I realized how much I take for granted – that blue and red make purple when mixed is a basic fact to me, but these people had never experienced it. We went on a long walk one day to the top of the mountain. Those of us in my group grew a lot in fellowship and faith during the time spent here, especially getting to know the people of the community.

Next we joined back with the other groups and spent a day in San Jose, the capital and largest city in Costa Rica. This day we got to play tourist, which felt so bizarre in contrast to the rest of the trip during which we were trying our hardest to get to know the culture. In San Jose, that was impossible, and we were lumped in with every other foreign tourist as we went to markets and explored the city.

The last day in Costa Rica was the most harrowing of the entire journey. We spent the night in La Carpio, a poverty-stricken town on the outskirts of San Jose born of squatters. It was here that I experienced the most severe poverty I’ve ever seen, but also it was also here that I really developed bonds with some of the Costa Ricans. We stayed in the Lutheran church, a beacon of hope amid the shacks and shambles of La Carpio. We had a sleepover with the youth, where they taught us traditional dances and we shared games from the U.S. while they shared some of theirs. The next morning, more children came, and we made crafts with them. Even while not knowing very much Spanish, I was able to communicate with the kids, which was a breakthrough. By the time we had to leave, a couple of the girls were following me around and saying. “Kreeeeeesten!”

My time spent in Costa Rica forced me to grow a lot in my faith as I saw the poverty around me. It also allowed us in Lutheran Campus Ministry at UNC to grow as a ministry itself, as we experienced all of these things together.

I want to thank you again for your contribution to my trip. This trip has opened my eyes and given me a global perspective on the world.

Sincerely,

Kristen Long

My Deepest Thanks to Marion Zimmerman and to all who prepared a delicious meal on the day of Roland’s memorial service. It was appreciated by all. Please accept this small contribution to your kitchen fund.

Thank you again and God Bless you all,

Nora Kaiser

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Donna and I want to thank all of you wonderful folks at St. Andrew for your cards, notes and calls following the loss of our youngest son.  I hope you all realize how reassuring and comforting those cards,,,,,, and great meals....are.  And, of course, the prayers that continue to bless all of us.  Many thanks to all of our church family members.  May our God continue to bless all of you. Bill and Donna Miner

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Pastor Rust,

Thank you, for being a part of our anniversary. You made it a special time. It meant a lot to Eric and all of us.

God Bless you, Ed & Beth

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Dear Pastor Rust,

Thank you for your help through these difficult times.

Sincerely,

Ruth Neary

July, 2009

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A letter was received about our Saturday Evening Contemporary Service.

Ted Rust:

RE: SATURDAY NIGHT CELEBRATION SERVICE

Have you ever noticed that the hymns sang at this service are only sung by you...Most of the congregation are over 40 and I feel they would appreciate some of the oldies but goodies.

Your sermons are too long...If you can’t get your point across in 13 minutes you never will... Parishioners start loosing interest and cough. Scratch or what ever.

The readers of the gospel can not be heard in the back...What is wrong with them using a mike.

Your final blessing is rushed so that you can shake hands...You’ve already done that with the passing of the peace.

Thank you for listening to me...but I felt you should know what it’s like to worship and not feel like your coming way with a good feeling.

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May 28, 2009

Dear Pastor Rust,

Grace and peace to you as we, together, serve the Risen Christ.

This letter is a word of appreciation for the ministries that you provide in your congregation, across North Carolina, throughout the United States and around the world. We are thankful for your continuing response as you gather around the Word and the Sacraments and carry the Good News into the world.

The last year and a half has brought unprecedented challenges and the global financial situation is unlike anything we have seen. Many have been touched – either personally or through someone that we know and love. In the North Carolina Synod, as we look toward the remainder of 2009 and the beginning of 2010, we see many challenges ahead. We are weathering the storm, but not without sacrifice.

In cooperation with all of our partners in ministry, we have conducted a thorough analysis and prioritized our expenditures for 2009 based on how they support the mission of our synod. Our process was prayerful, thoughtful and deliberate as we gathered information from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, North Carolina institutions and agencies, and committees and task groups. As a result, Synod Council unanimously adopted a flexible plan for supporting ministry that directly relates to the mission support we receive from congregations. Though it was painful, we believe we have developed a plan that will serve us well now and in the future. Our synod is financially strong, and the adopted plan will insure our future. In this time of challenge and opportunity it is important to find ways to help our neighbor and focus on our priorities and mission.

It is a time to ask “what is God inviting us to do and how God is working among us?” as God welcomes us into the future. As you prayerfully discern what God is calling you to do, remember those in the synod office are available to walk with you. Feel free to contact us with questions, concerns, or prayer requests.

In Christ, The Reverend Dr. Leonard H. Bolick

Bishop, NC Synod

David W. Hinshaw

NC Synod Council Treasurer

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Thank You!

To the members of St. Andrew Lutheran Church,

From: The North Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

In grateful appreciation for giving $28,599.00 for Mission Support beyond the congregation for Synodical and Churchwide ministries of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Leonard H. Bolick

Synod Bishop, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Mark S. Hanson,

Presiding Bishop, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

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THANK YOU

Many thanks to Houston Brabble (Tiger Cub Scout) and his parents Dwayne & Elkie for constructing and donation the “Camping Out Youth Tables”.

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Food piled high, friends, great conversation,

Games, delicious cake: what a celebration!

Who can resist? It's for the bride-to-be!

So won't you please grace us with your company?

Please join us as we celebrate Marcie

What: Bridal Shower for Marcie

When: July 18, 2009

Time: 1:00 pm

Place: St. Andrew Lutheran Church

1605 Neuse Blvd

New Bern, NC

Please RSVP to:

Bobbie Fischer

Bonnie Roach

Bride is registered at Belk, Bed Bath and Beyond, and Target

Hosted by the Women of St. Andrew Lutheran Church

2009 Graduates

This spring and summer we have several members of St. Andrew who are graduating from high school or college. Please take a moment to congratulate these folks when you see them.

High School Graduates

Laura and Erica Bostian, daughters of Barbara and Mike, graduated from New Bern High School on June 13, 2009. Laura and Erica have been members of St. Andrew since 1991.

Laura will be attending North Carolina State University with a major in Fashion.

Erica will be attending East Carolina University with a major in education.

James Pearce and his family have recently joined St Andrew. James graduated from New Bern High School on June 13 and will be joining the United States Navy.

Gregory Jeffery, grandson of Martha Nordstrom, graduated on June 13 from North Stafford High School in Virginia.

College Graduates

Marcie Cahoon, daughter of Margaret and Lynn, graduated from East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science-Nursing.  She has accepted a position at Lenoir Memorial Hospital in Kinston where she will be working in the Progressive Care Unit. 

Cory English, son of Judy and David, graduated from Craven Community College with an Associate in Applied Science with a diploma in Machine Technology, Mold Construction, Tool and Die.

John Bower, son of Joan and John, graduated from North Carolina State University with a degree in Engineering.

July Caregivers

Please contact for members in our church who need Caregiving attention:

Crystal and Jeff French, our chairmen, for July's Team 6 or any of their team members: Marilyn Hauser, Dauphne and Len Long and Renee Salvatore. 

DEBT REDUCTION RESULTS FOR MAY 2009

FUNDS RECEIVED DURING MAY - $1,120.00

TOTAL TO DATE FOR 2009 - $10,356.05

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT EVERY FIRST SUNDAY IN THE MONTH IS DEBT REDUCTION SUNDAY. EVERY DOLLAR GIVEN REDUCES OUR DEBT AND THE INTEREST

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.St. Andrew Lutheran Church to Host Health Screening

St. Andrew Lutheran Church is pleased to offer a preventive health event. Life Line Screening, the nation’s leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings, will host their affordable, non-invasive, painless health screening on Monday, July 6^th, 2009. Five screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems related to: blocked arteries, which is a leading cause of stroke; abdominal aortic aneurysms, which can lead to a ruptured aorta; hardening of the arteries in the legs, which is a strong predictor of heart disease; atrial fibrillation or irregular heart beat, which is closely tied to stroke risk; and a bone density screening, for men and women, used to assess the risk of osteoporosis. Register for a Wellness Package with Heart Rhythm for $149.00 (Cost of all screenings).

All five screenings take 60-90 minutes to complete. Your Health is in Your Hands, so call -1-888-653-6441 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com, for more information or to pre-register. A flier regarding these screenings is included with the JULY Newsletter.

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LMIM Fall Yard Sale

Missed the spring yard sale? Well here is your chance to find a home for those in good condition unwanted costume jewelry, nick naks, furniture etc.

The LMIM will have their Fall Yard Sale on October 3, 2009. The Yellow Storage Bin will remain in the church parking lot and available to accept your donations. Rain Date: October 17, 2009.

NURSERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

If you enjoy children and would be interested in helping with the nursery during either the Saturday 6:30 p.m., or Sunday 8:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. services, please contact Laura Scott.

FIRST COMMUNION INSTRUCTION

Youth need to receive “First Communion Instruction” before receiving the Sacrament of Holy communion at St. Andrew Lutheran Church. Most youth at St. Andrew receive this First Communion Instruction when they are 8 years old or older if their parents believe they are mature enough. Holy Communion classes are available to those youth who have not received the instruction before and their parents believe they are ready. Please contact Pastor Ted Rust at 637-5879 to arrange for classes to begin.

Pastor Rust will be on vacation from the afternoon of June 28, 2009 through Thursday, July 9, 2009. In case of an emergency please contact:

Rev. Robert Weeks at 637-8191

Rev. Carter Askren of Grace Lutheran Church in Washington, NC will also be on call. He can be reached at (252)975-1988.

FOR YOUTH 9 YEARS AND OLDER

BEGINS JULY 20^TH AT 1:00 P.M.

**SEE THE LAST PAGE OF THIS NEWSLETTER FOR MORE INFORMATION AND A REGISTRATION FORM. **

REGISTRATION FORMS WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE IN THE CHURCH NARTHEX ON THE BULLETIN TABLE.

Social Ministry

In House Ministry

Stephen Ministry

Four individuals who took 90 hours of training were officially commissioned as Stephen Ministers May 17^th. Please welcome Carol Burkhardt, Mike Corriher, Beth Edmondson and Jean Roll, they are ready to serve the St. Andrew community. The Stephen Minister bulletin board is updated as needed and should be reviewed monthly. Please note on their bulletin board, the wheel depicting all that encompasses Stephen Ministry.

Caregiving

We are into our fifth month. This month we got our first request from Care Receivers who requested our Caregivers continue our care and not forget them. Apparently our visitation, calls and cards were not received or less for last month. This was not directed to our team but rather relayed to us through another individual. We welcome Pastor, his staff and anyone in the congregational to inform the Team Leaders who are the Caregivers presently for the month. We would prefer to have the information directed to our monthly team and not relayed through someone else. This is very important as the team will understand better the needs of the care receive. On the flip side of the coin our Caregivers receive compliments weekly.

Outreach Ministry

Social Ministry Outreach program collected for the EPIC Baby Bottle Campaign during Lent $1,439.38 of which $30.16 came from the Sunday school. Thrivent will match this for $300.00. So our grand total for the Baby Bottle Campaign is $1,739.28.

We are looking for more Outreach Ministry activities, particularly one that can be done in the summer. In the fall we have the 9/11 Remembrance, a luncheon for the New Bern Sheriff and staff, the October Crop Walk and later to close the year the Salvation Army Toys for Tots and Food Drive.

Did you know there are many on-going Social Ministry Outreach Programs that we hear little about but have boundless outpouring of love for those faced with uncertain times? St. Andrews gives lay Communion, participates in the RCS soup kitchen, pantry and clothing; transcends bereavement serving a luncheon after a funeral; transports altar flowers, and also tapes the Sunday service for shut-ins. We are hoping for new and more people to get involved, not just the ones who have done it for years. Please contact Barbara Riegel, Social Ministry.

Property report for May 2009

1) We finally have our part-time custodian. His name is Charlie Whitehead, and he lives near the church. He is an experienced custodian having worked in the janitorial service for a number of years. Charlie comes to us in the afternoon at 2:15 and works for two hours. Bob Morrissey and I will be showing him his duties here.

2) Dallas Washburn is still trying to determine the exact location of the leak in the skylight and has narrowed it down to the light itself. I have not spoken to him since he covered skylight (he can be difficult to reach). It looks like it is an on- going project.

3) I have contacted Carolina Fence to proceed with repair of the parking lot fence. They said that it would take several weeks before they could fix it due to fact that they need to order matching old style fencing.

4) Norman Kendall is working hard to find the leak in our reflecting pool. It appears that the bottom corner has a crack some place. He is sealing it with epoxy which we hope will solve the problem.

5) Rebecca Riley requested that we consider a Dutch door for the nursery in order to leave the top half open at nursery times. What do you think?

6) Have a look at our added stained glass window in the Week’s Fellowship Hall. Thanks to the work of engineers Gene Dupree, Jim Rowan and Dennis Treubert. It looks great.

Paul Miottke

Property Chairman

Thrivent Update

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans has used all the $1,020.00 funds available for the congregation of St. Andrew in 2009...$820.00 went to debt reduction through the efforts of Ken McCain's dinner and LMIM's Yard Sale, and $200.00 went to the Youth for their trip. Recently the Baby Bottle Fund Raiser for EPIC received $300.00 from Thrivent's Care in Communities funds. Last month our youth participated in a Thrivent-funded Join Hands Day Project for RCS. Lorrie Hagy coordinated a group of youth and adults who purchased $475.00 of food at Armstrong’s and took it to RCS and stocked their shelves. Upcoming in December will be $1,600.00 to the Salvation Army to assist with the Christmas food packages. Thank you for your support in volunteering and helping our Church and Community through Thrivent. Coordinators, Joan Bower, Martha Nordstrom and Ros Schweizer

ST. ANDREW LUTHERAN CHURCH

STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING

June 4, 2009

Present: Steven Baucom, Ron Betts, Charles Carpenter, Dave Benson, Mac Meyers and Bob Morrissey

Absent: Egon Lippert, Hal Luehring, Joe Childress and Dave English

The following was discussed and action taken as required:

1) The entire meeting was a discussion about the 2010 Commitment Drive (Pledge Drive). We talked about having a breakfast/brunch this year for the kick off of the Commitment Drive. The date will be announced later. This will be on a Sunday in-between services. Thank you cards going to members who turn in commitment cards. The cards will be given to Stewardship Committee from the Financial Secretary. Letters going to New Members who have not turned in a commitment card. More information will be coming out on this shortly.

2) No scheduled meeting for July 2009.

3) Next scheduled meeting will be on Thursday – August 6, 2009 # 3:30.

ACTION ITEM FOR COUNCIL:

None

Submitted by:

Steven J. Baucom, Chairperson

LIBRARY NEWS

If you are going to vacation at home or away this year, you are going to need a good book to relax with.  Many books are available for you in the St. Andrew library.....here are two.

Three Cups of Tea

By Greg Martinson

Can one person make a difference?   There is much evidence in Three Cups of Tea that one can.  It is a story for most everyone about a man who sees a need in the villages of Pakistan and Afghanistan for schools.  Greg Mortenson promises villagers, who rescued him after a failed Himalayan climb that he will build them a school.  It was a rash promise, although well intended and when he returns to civilization he discovers just how difficult it will be to carry through.

He tries to raise money for the project by writing letters to every one he knows and has little success.  He persists.  His word to the villagers weighs on him and keeps him searching for some way to build the school. 

He does eventually succeed and then goes on to build more schools in other villages to educate both boys and girls.

It is a moving story of one man's promise and a drive to make a difference.  He has done more to promote the kindness and goodness of American people than any speech would ever do,

Highly recommended for all

Laurna Badendieck

Tom Brokaw says:  Three Cups of Tea is one of the most remarkable adventure stories of our time.  Greg Mortenson's dangerous and difficult quest to build schools in the wildest parts of Pakistan and Afghanistan is not only a thrilling read, it's proof that one ordinary person with the right combination of character and determination can really change the world.

You will find the book in your library in category 105.

A Man Called Peter, and The Prayers of Peter Marshall

By Catherine Marshall

Following God's lead, Peter Marshall came to the US from Scotland and began his dynamic ministry which included the Chaplaincy of the U.S. Senate.  His deep love for God and this country drew followers to his ministry nationwide. 

A Man Called Peter became a popular movie in the late 1950s.

Catherine Marshall also compiled almost three hundred of her husband's senate and pastoral prayers which are included in this single volume.  After more than sixty years since his death, they still inspire.  Pastor Rust quoted from one of Marshall's prayers in the June Witness

This volume is in category 206.

Please contact Mary Rachel Mascia if you are able to assist her in the library.....she needs help.

Mary Rachel Mascia     Donna Miner   

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Hello St Andrew Family,

The New Bern Civitan Club is sponsoring its' 4th yearly dinner concert Fundraiser and this year it will be the best ever.  Some of our parishioners may recall the buzz about Mark Reno's Gospel Concert right in our Church in the summer of 2007. The church was packed with standing room only and people were amazed and teary eyed at Mark's Tribute to Elvis Presley's wonderful gospel music. This year Mark will be returning to New Bern for a once in a lifetime dinner concert on Sep 4, 2009 at the Riverfront Convention Center.  I say "once in a lifetime” because he will be performing live with the World Famous EAS Show band. The EAS Show band is the official band of Graceland and the only Elvis Tribute Band endorsed and under contract with Elvis  Presley Enterprises.  Mark will perform with this world famous band and will be performing a separate tribute to Elvis' gospel music as part of 3 separate tributes to Elvis Presley all in one evening. This show will be the most dynamic show to ever appear in the Eastern Carolinas.  Tickets are $50 per person (includes full dinner buffet and the show)...drinks (soda, beer, wine) may be purchased along with you show tickets (soda $1, Beer $2.50, Wine $4.50).  All seating is reserved at round tables of 10 on a first come basis. 

A poster is displayed in the church on the fellowship bulletin board with more information. 

To order tickets, call

Frank Salvatore

Member  St Andrew Church

President, New Bern Civitan Club

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New Bern Sunday School Baseball League

St. Andrew Lutheran Church Team

Major Division 12 and Under

Results after 14 games

9 Wins and 5 Losses (8 and 5 in Regular Season plus 1 Tournament Win)

We finished 4^th overall out of 10 Church Teams

St. Paul Catholic 2 and St. Andrew Lutheran 1

St. Andrew Lutheran 12 and Temple Baptist 3

Clarks 2 Team 11 and St. Andrew Lutheran 4

St. Andrew Lutheran 13 and Clarks 1 Team 4

St. Andrew Lutheran 10 and Worship Him 0

St. Andrew Lutheran 17 and New Hope 1

Croatan 2 and St. Andrew Lutheran 0

St. Andrew Lutheran 12 and Clarks 1 Team 3

St. Andrew Lutheran 6 and Clarks 2 Team 1

St. Andrew Lutheran 24 and New Hope 4

Brices Creek 8 and St. Andrew Lutheran 3

First Baptist 10 and St. Andrew Lutheran 0

St. Andrew Lutheran 10 and Worship Him 0

St. Andrew Lutheran 10 and Clarks 1 Team 1

Major League Team Players include: Tanner Brown, Jake Kosco, Christian Rust, Sam Lee, Austin McConnell, Zachary Schadewald, Luis Laureano, Zander Vizcarrando, Shaquan Henderson, Nathan Kawada, Daniel Rust, and Jeremiah Harper. Our 2009 Major League Coaches were: Pastor Ted Rust, Craig Schadewald, Lee McConnell, Alex Vizcarrando, and Al Lee.

Minor League Team Players include: Cameron Settig, Alex Hagy, Isaiah Bradley, Ashton Hildebrand, Tyquan Baucom, Tyler Banks, Richard Dellapia, Cameron Strawbridge, Jeremy Sanchez, Cam Stratton, Andrew Rust, and Nick Ference. (Andrew Rust and Isaiah Bradley “played up” for the Major Team a few games) Minor League Coaches were: Pastor Ted Rust, Craig Schadewald, Cory English, and Kurt Albrecht.

The Minor League won 3 hard fought games and showed steady improvement. We thank the parents and fans and members of St. Andrew Lutheran Church for supporting both teams. Both teams had a number of players who had never played baseball before this year. Both teams represented St. Andrew Lutheran Church well in the Sunday School League. Special recognition to Daniel Rust who made the 10 and under All Star team and to Andrew Rust who made the 8 and under All Star Team.