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Christian-Sangamon County IL Chapter |
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JUMP TO THESE SITES TO GET "STUFF" |
Use these to jump to Thrivent things you can use. |
This checklist will assist project planners in knowing the steps needed to obtain Thrivent support for their Community project. |
Care Abounds in Communities Check List |
Care in Communities Request for funding form. This is the two-page form you will need to fill out in order to submit a request for funding either Hands-On Service Activities or Fund-Raising Activities. You should submit these to the name of the board member listed on the form in advance of one of our upcoming meetings listed above. After you receive funding you will need to fill out the "Report for Funding Activity Results" form available on the site.
You need to get your application in at least five days before the scheduled chapter meeting to:
Rita Jo Devine
45 Bellhaven Dr.
Springfield, IL 62704-5434
787-3241 |
Care Abounds in Communities - 2008 Request for Funding form |
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Permission to Disclose Information Form |
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Visibility Tool Kit |
Updating church membership information is important especially for Congregational and Chapter projects. This allows the Congregational Advocates to know who Thrivent members are and whose donations to Lutheran Agencies, Schools and Seminaries can be matched. It also identifies those who may be be willing to help on Thrivent projects. |
Church Membership Information Updates |
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Quick Access to Chapter Officers |
President:
Rev. Michael Koschmann
217-629-9969
pk@casscomm.comFinancial Director:
Patti Torchia
217-529-9034
Torchias4@comcast.net Records Director
Betty Lou Hicks
217-433-0365
bettylouhicks@gmail.com Director of Congregational Advocates:
Jeri Marxman
217-364-5807
jerimarxman@gmail.com Community Service Team Director:
Rita Jo Devine
217-787-3241
chem-tchr@hotmail.com | |
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FUNDING REQUESTSCare in Communities funds for 2011 have been designated to many worthwhile causes, and the dollars are now exhausted. In January 2012, more funds will be available for the new year. Please contact Rita Devine at 217-787-3241 for information on proposals. See details in current newsletter or on the web site. |
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TRIBUTE TO RALPH NITZRalph Nitz, founding president of Springfield Lutheran High, and long time Thrivent (Lutheran Brotherhood) board member passed away March 10, 2011 due to heart complications. What can we say about Ralph, other than he was bigger than life. Ralph was a father, grandpa, brother, principal, teacher, carpenter, actor, singer, community volunteer, board member, Bible and history scholar, master to his canine pal, and most of all a friend. A person had to see him live all those roles, and act the ones he played on stage, to understand what a dynamic person Mr. Nitz was. He always had projects going on - one on his desk/computer, one in the lumber pile, and one in his mind. he whistled while he worked, he laughed uproariously, he often talked too loud, he sang . . . NO, he didn't sing, he belted out, music with a voice that was nothing short of beautiful. Mr. Nitz never quit teaching. His living example of how he walked his talk, was always there for anyone who needed him, and lived his faith taught all of us. We miss you buddy, we miss you. |
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THRIVENT APPROVED COMMUNITY PROJECTS |
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BREAKFAST AT WASHINGTON STREET MISSION |
Breakfast for Everyone |
Volunteers of all ages will join together to reach out to the community and serve breakfast to the visitors of Washington Street Mission on June 18, 2011. Want to help? Give us a call. | |
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PASTORAL TRAINING ASSISTANCE |
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Members of Our Saviors sold Local Merchant Coupon Books to raise funds to assist Kevin Bueltmann, formerly Camp Cilca Assistant Director, as he began his training for the Public Ministry. Thrivent Support - $1,000 | |
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BASKET OF HOPE |
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Matching funds were provided to purchase toys, books, and other gifts for Baskets of Hope for children. A musical was presented at the Hoogland Center to rasie funds. | |
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FLAG POLE FOR LUTHERAN HIGH ATHLETICS |
One Nation Under God |
As an Eagle Scout project, one Lutheran High student with the support of others, will put up a flag pole in the area near the middle of the athletic fields. Initially both US and Christian flags will fly from it with the hope that another can be put up in the future so each flag can have it's own pole. Thrivent support - $1,000 | |
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THRIVENT VOLUNTEERS FOR CAMP CARE-A-LOT |
A week of fun for low-income kids |
For another year, Thrivent volunteers will assist with Camp Care-A-Lot, south of Springfield. They will use the Thrivent funding to purchase various supplies and then put them to work during the week helping low or no income children have a week of camping fun. Thrivent support - $500. The proposed date of the activity is July 23, 2011. | |
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CAMP-IO-DIS-CA - FLOOD RELIEF |
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Letter writing campaign beginning in March and continuing through June 1 - members of a group traveling to Cedar Rapids to work with Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca in flood relief for Cedar Rapids, IA asked friends and family member sto contribute to help defray expenses of the trip. | |
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WREATH SALE FOR LUTHERAN HIGH CLASSROOMS |
Crusader Aiders to the Rescue |
A wreath sale by Thrivent members supporting Lutheran High resulted in classroom equipment provided by their Crusader Aiders. Thrivent support - $500 | |
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IINNER CITY MISSION |
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Trinity, Springfield served Lenten meal to generate donations to help provide food, shelter, and counseling to those in need. | |
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IL SPECIAL OLYMPICS |
Polar Plunge |
Participants raised funds for Special Olympics by obtaining donors who sponsored them to take the Polar Plunge - jumping into Lake Springfield on March 6, 2010. Funds raised used by Special Olympics to provide intellectually handicapped athletes in IL to participate in year round sports training, competitions and the annual Special Olympics in May. | |
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$5,000 GRANT AWARDED TO BASKET OF HOPE |
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Addie Farris of Springfield was awarded a $5,000 grant for Basket of Hope Christmas and Easter baskets. Shown here is Lutheran Engagement Team Specialist Pam Jensen, presenting Addie with the award at the Christian Sangamon County Chapter Annual Meeting November 14, 2010. | |
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PROUD WINNER OF FLAT SCREEN TV |
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At the Christian Sangamon County chapter meeting in Springfield, September 25, attendees were treated to an informative presentation about the Comfort Dogs. In addition, two of the dogs were there and met chapter members. Members of the chapter board are pictured here with the dogs. | |
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FOOD FOR NEEDY FAMILIES |
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Principals from four elementary schools and pastors from two ELCA churches provided names of families who needed food. Thrivent members shopped for the food and assembled 65 baskets that were given out around Easter, and delivered by Thrivent members. | |
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JOIN HANDS DAY |
Boxes, boxes . . . everywhere boxes |
Join Hands Day project for youth and adults - May 2011. For the price of a food donation, people were invited to bring their Shredding to the Thrivent parking lot to have it shredded.
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BLACKHAWK SCHOOL LIBRARY |
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Volunteers from Faith Lutheran, Springfield will staff the library at Blackhawk School. In addition to staffing, mentors are present for the children. Funding will be used to buy children's magazines and new books for the library. Funding provided - $1,000. | |
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SUMMER FINE ARTS CAMP |
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Members of Faith Lutheran Church, Springfield will again host a fine arts camp in 2011 celebrating God's love through the gift of art. The date is June 13 - 18, 2011. Thrivent support - $1,000 | |
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CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL PTL PICNIC |
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Funds provided to give away school supplies at a community picnic. Date of event is July 10, 2011. Funds provided - $1,000. | |
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CAMP CILCA HOG ROAST |
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St. John's Lutheran Church, Chatham sold "Walt Fries" at the Chatham Sweet Corn Festival to raise funds to purchase winter coats, boots, gloves and other clothing for under privileged children in the Chatham School District. | |
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LPGA FOOD SALES FOR KITCHEN FUND |
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Thrivent volunteers will sell food at the LPGA Tournament June 6-12, 2011 to raise funds to purchase kitchen equipment for Our Savior's Church - funding $1,000. Want to help? Give them a call. | |
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SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WOMEN |
Annual Book Sale |
Annual used book was held Sept. 25. Preview sale on Sept. 24. Thrivent members assisted in collecting (donated) books, sorting, categorizing, and delivering books to be sold at the annual sale. Proceeds went to women for college and nursing school scholarships. | |
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PAWNEE COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER |
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Pawnee Community Fundraiser May 22, 2011 to raise funds by serving food to offset some medical expenses for community members. Funding provided - $1,000. | |
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DINNER WITH SILENT AND LIVE AUCTION |
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Dinner with silent and live auction at Northfield Center, was held on November 20. Proceeds helped buy an electronic outdoor sign to advertise Our Savior's Lutheran School to the community. | |
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POLKA MASS AND GERMAN DINNER |
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Grace Lutheran Church, Springfield. Polka Mass with German dinner following worship - Saturday, August 21, 5 p.m.. Proceeds to be divided among Parent Place, 5th St. Renaissance, Inner City Mission, LSSI Project Return, and Washington Street Mission. | |
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DINNER AUCTION TO BENEFIT BONE MARROW MEMBER |
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St. John's, Chatham members held a dinner/ auction in 2009 to raise funds to help a bone marrow patient for treatment in St. Louis for several weeks. Thrivent support - $1,000. | |
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GRACE FOOD PANTRY |
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Grace Lutheran Church Food Pantry. Volunteers purchase, pick up, donate, and package food to distribute to needy families in the community through the Food Pantry. | |
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ONGOING AMBASADORS FOR CHRIST SUPPORT |
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Members of Good Shepherd, Sherman served as hosts for 25-35 youth in September 2009 for spiritual growth and community witnessing. The Ongoing Ambasadors for Christ program was funded through contributions and the Good Shepherd congregation raised funds for this organization. Thrivent support - $1000 | |
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LOMC SWING CHOIR PERFORMANCE |
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The Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center Swing Choir held a community performance showcasing the accomplishments of approximately 25 members of the HS Swing Choir, at St. John's Lutheran, Springfield, July 26, 2010. Funding of $600 awarded. | |
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DESSERT FOR PROJECT RETURN |
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Members of Luther Memorial hosted an ice cream/ bake sale at Douglas Park in July 2009 in conjunction with an activity at the park to help fund Project Return, a program that provides services to women who are released from prison. These services include housing assistance, food, clothing and counseling services. Thrivent Support - $250 | |
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THANKSGIVING FOOD BASKETS FOR NEEDY |
100 Baskets Showing Love |
Members of Grace used Thrivent support to obtain some of the food products thta were included in Thanksgiving baskets in November 2009. These baskets will be given to families based on names provided by public elementary schools and other names of needy recipients. Thrivent Support - $1,150. | |
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OUR SAVIOR'S FALL CRAFT FAIR |
Monroe, WI |
Schools and community individuals rented booths to sell craft items to the public at a one-day craft fair at Our Savior's Lutheran School. Volunteers helped plan, and set up the event. Proceeds went to helping to provide wood chips, repairs, and other school playground improvements. Up to $1,000 support funded. | |
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CHAPTER LEADERS FOR 2011 |
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From the left: Rev. Mike Koschmann, Tim Ippel (Fin. Rep), Rita Jo Devine, Dani Harkins, Karen Fifer, Mark Pierce (Fin. Rep.), Betty Lou Hicks, and Rev. Ron Moorman. | |
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LAND OF LINCOLN HONOR FLIGHT CERTIFICATE |
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Rev. Michael Koschmann, president of the Christian-Sangamon County Chapter, holds a certificate of appreciation given to the chapter for the Thrivent matching funds they received. Dollars collected help fund World War II veterans on a trip to Washington DC to see the WW II Memorial. | |
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HAVE A HEART, GIVE A SOLE |
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Rev. George Hutchings has made it his mission to bring clean water to Kenya. To fund his clean water initiative, Hutchings collects used but good shoes and sells them to a local recycler who in turn ships the shoes to a South American used shoe market. Hutchings uses the proceeds to purchase drilling rigs and towing vehicles used to provide clean water for Kenyans.Pictured here are Christian Sangamon County chapter members helping load shoes from the hundreds of pairs collected in our community. | |
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CHAPTERS RECEIVES AWARD |
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Betty Lou Hicks, Chapter Records Director, is shown here with an award presented to Thrivent Financial for Lutherans in appreciation for the chapter's dedication of volunteer time, support, and positive impact on the lives of children in Christian and Montgomery county through their efforts with Camp Care-A-Lot.
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