Dear Friends in Christ,

On Sunday, October 15, I announced to the congregation that I have accepted a call to serve as a pastor at a congregation in West Des Moines. This was not an easy decision to make. It has been almost ten years since I was installed as pastor at College Hill. It has been a time in which my family and I have been blessed greatly. The decision to accept the call was not made because of any dissatisfaction or discontent with the situation here. After much prayer and reflection, I simply felt the Lord led me to accept this call.

These past ten years hold many fond memories for me. The many different students who have come through the doors and been involved in our ministry are always the highlight of life at College Hill. Not only the changes in personnel, but certainly the change in the facilities has been a significant development in the life of the ministry.

I will remain as the pastor of College Hill through the end of November, preaching my last sermon here on November 26. But though we will be separated by physical distance, the people and the ministry of College Hill will always be in my mind and heart. This has been a largely formative part of my ministry. I will definitely take a part of College Hill with me no matter where the Lord and life may take me and my family.

My thoughts toward this ministry will always reflect the words that Paul wrote to the church in Philippi:

I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:3-6 NIV

I thank all of you—and all the students who have come and gone—for allowing me to be a part of your life over the past ten years. I thank you for the partnership in the Gospel that we have shared. And based on the promise of God, I am confident that the Lord will continue to bless all of you with goodness and joy for years to come.

In Christ,

Inside this issue:

The BSC is here...
Beyond
LSF Brunch
Thanksgiving Potluck
Spring Break Servant Event
Graduating?
Farewell
Van Schedule
Thanksgiving Eve
Potluck
LWML
Women's Bible Study
Fellowship
Evening Guild/LWML
Library
LLL
Thanksgiving Drive
Office Closed
Stewardship
Poinsettias
Success!
Evening of Music
Nov Vols. & Calendar

College Hill
Lutheran Church &
Brammer Student Center

2322 Olive Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613

Church 266-1274
Center 268-9094

chlc.lcms@cfu.net
www.college-hill.org

Always keep in mind that the Brammer Student Center is here for students to use! Whether you just need to find a quiet place to study, want to watch a little TV, or play some fun games, we have all your bases covered. Internet hookups are available throughout the downstairs areas, so bring your laptops over as well. The building is open from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily, so don't hesitate to come over, even if there isn't a scheduled event! Let us help you however we can.

Bible Studies continue to be held on Wednesday nights. Get away from the school books for a while, and spend some time with God's favorite book— the Bible. Of course, there are other perks—snacks for one and fellowship for another! Join us at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights at the BSC! Don't forget, the van comes around beforehand!

Get away from the old dining center routine and join LSF for our monthly brunch! It will be held on November 12 in the Brammer Student Center after worship. Come join your friends at LSF and enjoy some fellowship and tasty food!

Thanksgiving will be here before you know it, and that means all kinds of delicious meals. There is no shortage of that at CHLC! Be the guests of the congregation on November 19 for our annual Thanksgiving Potluck. It will be a taste sensation, not to mention a great time to catch up with LSF and congregation members.

While it seems far away, it's time to start thinking about your spring break plans. If you're looking for something affordable, want to serve others, yet get away from Cedar Falls and hang out with fun college students, then LSF Spring Break is the way to go! It's not time for final decisions on your part by any means, but definitely be thinking about spending your spring break with LSF! Keep your eyes peeled for more information coming your way.

It may seem too early to be thinking about the end of the semester, but if you are graduating at the end of this semester, or heading out for student teaching or an internship, you are well aware of how quickly the end of the semester is creeping up. If you are in one of these categories, please let the church office know by Sunday, December 3. We would like to recognize those who are finishing their course work, or at least their classroom work, this semester.

We gather in worship on Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday November 22, at 7:00 p.m. We will gather together to focus on all we have from the gracious hand of God for which we are thankful. Using the Word of God, hymns and psalms, we will continue to be fed by the Lord as we lift our voices in praise and thanksgiving.

Don’t miss the Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Sunday, November 19. Turkey, dressing, potatoes and drink will be furnished. College Hill congregation members are asked to bring two dishes to share. Single members are asked to bring one dish. College students will be our guests. See you there!

Evening Guild/LWML Evening Guild/LWML will meet on Thursday, November 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Because of hosting the African Children’s Choir the ladies group did not meet in October. Fortunately, Rev. Small, interim director of Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca, has freed his schedule to come to our November meeting. Do plan to attend and learn about the summer’s and current happenings at the camp and future plans as well.

Carolyn Macomber will share devotions and Nellie Peterman will be our hostess. See you there.

Ladies don’t forget—LWML Sunday November 5, 2006

All women are invited to the next Evening Bible Study on Thursday, November 16. We will meet from 7-8 p.m. We will be taking a look at Rahab. What lessons can we apply to our own lives from her story? Are we too quick to judge people or are we there to support people? Hope to see you there!

Join us as we show our appreciation and say farewell to Pastor Ogilvie and family during the fellowship time on Sunday, November 26.

Come and check it out. We have a portable cart in the gathering area with new selections to enjoy. If that is not what you’re looking for come to the middle Sunday School room for other categories. We have children’s books, fiction, devotion and many others. Be sure to visit soon. Watch for freebies coming soon.

On October 7, 2006 Zone two LLL Iowa District East held its fall rally at St John Lutheran Church, Waverly, Iowa. The program was presented by Rev. Tim Zimmerman and his wife, Carol. They, along with other members from Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Iowa City visited their sister congregation located in Biskek, Kyrgyzstan, a country bordering China. We saw pictures of the work being done for the Lord by His people there. Pastor and Carol also gave credit to the Orphan Grain Train which has delivered many needed supplies. There is an ongoing need by the people of the country as well as the people of Biskek.

The program also included slides from their visit to New Orleans. Much work is being done by Lutheran Hour Ministry volunteers and the Orphan Grain Train.

The rally was an enjoyable time of information and fellowship.

2006 Lutheran Hour Ministry Advent Devotions, entitled ”Love was Born at Christmas” will be available in an online format that churches can customize and copy to suit their outreach needs and approach that will more strongly promote local congregations. The devotion booklet will not be in the standard printed booklet format. The devotions can also be received via email.

Would you like to join LHM for the China tour February 9-22, 2007? There was still time. Call 1-800-944-3450, ext. 4275.

For the month of November 2006 please pray for the country of Nicaragua. For additional information on Nicaragua contact Leslie Tucker at 1-800-944-3450, ext 3450.

Once again we will be collecting canned food items and Christmas presents for the Vinton Lutheran Home. Please bring the food items through Thanksgiving Eve., November 22, 2006.

The Vinton Home prefers GALLON SIZE canned foods and other non-perishable items.

Canned goods should be taken to the sacristy.

Suggestions for Christmas gifts: Stamps, stationery, body sprays (little bottles, light fragrances) jigsaw puzzles, lotions, Kleenex, socks (men or women), greeting cards ($1.00 assorted boxes), notebooks, calendars, jewelry (beaded necklaces etc.), ink pens, candy, nuts are some suggestions.

The presents must be WRAPPED for Christmas, with a REMOVABLE TAG telling the CONTENTS, and whether the gift is intended FOR A MAN or FOR A WOMAN.

Please place your gifts in the back of the church in the boxes provided. Final day to bring gifts is Sunday, December 3.

It’s Stewardship Time again! As we turn our thoughts to focus on what we can do to further the work of the church, I’d like you to keep in mind our theme for this stewardship celebration. This year our theme will be “Growing as God’s Stewards.”

Our theme may be only four words but is holds many opportunities for you as members of our church to serve the Lord with your time and talents as well as your offerings.

This year’s schedule will have November 12 and November 19 as our Stewardship Sundays. The time and talent sheets and pledge forms will be distributed to the members present. I invite you all to attend our stewardship celebration this year. God’s blessings to you and yours. I hope to see all of you during church so we can together discover news ways to serve our Lord and give thanks.

In Christ,

Paul Schmellik

Board of Stewardship Director

It’s time again to order flowers for the Christmas season. The cost this year is $10. A signup sheet is located on the bulletin board in the gathering area. To pay for poinsettias make the check payable to College Hill Lutheran Church marked poinsettias and give the check to Carolyn Macomber or the office secretary. The deadline is Thursday, November 30.

What a wonderful success! The Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Annual Dinner was so well received and appreciated by those attending and the Board of Directors.

Compliments were received on the tasty food, fine service, pleasant wait staff and the accommodations for parking cars and rides for drivers. THANK YOU to all the members of CHLC/BSC who baked pies, prepared and served the food, and the many other tasks. We owe a special thank you to Keith and Carolyn Macomber for chairing this BIG undertaking. In addition to about $1000.00 earned by preparing the food ourselves, the Thrivent Board chose to gift CHLC/BSC in the amount of $1000.00. So it was a task well worth doing financially as well as being of service to the Thrivent Financial for Lutherans who are so generous with us in additional ways. Once again thanks to all

Serena Hou’s graduate piano recital will be held on Wednesday, November 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Davis Hall in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. What a delight it will be to be able to share in her achievements.