Fellow Olivetians,
I cannot believe that by the time you read this some of our students will already be back in school, and the remainder of them start very soon as well. The summer has gone by way too fast
We will be kicking off our Sunday School during the Worship service on September 7th at Olivet. Christian Education has planned a breakfast potluck, along with Sunday School Registration right after morning worship. During worship there will also be a “Blessing of the Backpacks.” Gather your school supplies and your backpack and bring them to church for the blessing on September 7th. Then stay to register for Sunday school and join us for that great potluck! All are welcome to attend the potluck. You don’t need to be affiliated with Sunday School.
At our last Council meeting, held on August 4, 2025, we voted to host a No-Fuss Fall Festival this year. I am not sure at this point what it will all entail but watch your mailboxes in September for a letter coming out with all the details.
Beth Hellpap also presented an idea at Council for a fund-raiser sometime in December. Possibly a musical event being held at Olivet. The details are being finalized and as soon as we know more, we will provide updates in the Sunday Bulletin and via email to all.
We are always looking for more ideas for fundraisers. If you have anything to suggest, we are always open to new ideas. You can email us at olivetucc.columbus@gmail.com or give the church office a call at 920-623-5140.
- A message from the Olivet Moderator
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Joint Community Meal
Olivet hosts a community meal on the second Thursday of the month, (September 11th) and the Methodist Church hosts on the fourth Thursday, (September 25th). These are meals for the whole community, and not only those who might need a meal, but just to come out and meet people, visit with friends, or just not cook for a night. You can join in this endeavor by volunteering at the meal (great bunch to work with) or by just coming to the meal. Hope to see you there!
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Be the change, donate now
Aubrey Nerswick is participating in a fundraiser, and she is wondering if we can help. WHAT: We are looking for new or gently used luggage. That means suitcases, backpacks, or duffle bags. Or, new or gently used mittens or gloves, new underwear, socks, coats, shoes, and bedding. If you feel you cannot donate but would like to help, you can reach out with a monetary donation as well. All donations go to the nonprofit “Touched by Foster Care Service” to be used by children in foster care. The church will have a donation spot for these items. Please reach out to Aubrey Nerswick, Sadie Nerswick or Nancy Liverseed with any questions. We thank you for your support in this very important project for Aubrey.
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Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary to all who are celebrating this month!
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Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment or the smallest act of caring - all of which have the potential to turn a life around- Leo Buscaglia -
Pastoral Search
The Search Committee continues to search for a settled part-time Pastor for Olivet. They continue to work diligently. We will keep you updated with their progress. Thank you, Search Committee for your hard work!!
Just a reminder that Pastor Sandy has offered to stay on as pulpit supply to do our Sunday morning service, but she will no longer fill the role of interim part-time Pastor. This means she will not be available during the week and will not be attending committee meetings, teaching confirmation or visiting our members that can no longer make it to church. Pastor Sandy is still very dedicated to our congregation; we are so grateful to have her. If something comes up and you need Pastoral care, please call the church office.
Without an interim Pastor we will all need to step up to fill in the gaps. If you are interested in visiting our members who cannot make it to church, please call the church office at 920-623-5140 or contact any Council member. You may also email the church office at olivetucc.columbus@gmail.com.
God Bless,
Darlene Crombie, Moderator
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Important upcoming events on September 7th beginning at 9:00 A.M.
September 21st
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Ushering and Fellowship sign-up
We are going to try a digital sign up for fellowship and ushering. We are hopeful that it will give more people opportunities to sign up. This will be a trial through October. Let us know if you like this idea. If you do, we will continue through the end of the year, if not we will go back to the clipboards in the Narthex.
The links are below.
Fellowship link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D48AAAC2AA4FD0-57788260-olivet
Usher Link
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D48AAAC2AA4FD0-57788674-olivet
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Sunday School Request
Sunday School will begin before we know it. With all of the back-to-school sales beginning we are always in need of some fresh markers, stick on sequins, tape (regular and double sided), and Elmer’s glue. If you are out and about and see a good deal, we would love to have some new ones for this upcoming year. Drop them off in the church office or in the Narthex. Thank you.
Sunday School Kick-off
Join us on Sunday, September 7thfor our kick-off potluck for Sunday School’s 2025-2026 Year. The first Sunday of Sunday School will be on September 21st. All are welcome!!
Church Council Ongoing Activities
Endowment Committee Update
At the last Endowment Committee meeting on August 4, 2025, the committee voted unanimously to donate $1,500 each quarter to the local Columbus Fall River Food Pantry.
The Endowment committee consists of: Bruce Kraus, Chair, Bob Black, Nancy Liverseed, Don Hayes and Darlene Crombie as the Church Moderator.
Thank you for your continued support and prayers for Olivet. If you have any questions or concerns during this transitional time, please don’t hesitate to contact the church office or any council member.
God Bless,
Olivet Church Council
Our finance department now has a new email: finance@olivetucc.gmail.com. Please feel free to email us for finance inquiries.
Columbus/Fall River Food Pantry - New Scheduling Information
Effective January 1, 2025, the Columbus Fall River Food Pantry will have a new phone number for scheduling an appointment. The new number is 608-893-3079. Please leave a message if there is no answer. The messages will be checked daily by the church that is hosting for that month. The food pantry is open on Thursdays from 4:00 pm to 6:45 pm. It is in the back of the Columbus Community Center, 125 N. Dickason Blvd., Columbus.
Thank you to the following churches for serving: Connection Church-Pastor Jamie Turner, St. Jerom Jim Leeser, Faith Lutheran Church-Pastor Andrew Perger, Olivet Congregational UCC-Pastor Sandy Schieble (Interim Pastor), Zion Lutheran Church-Pastor Tim Schwartz, First Presbyterian Church, Columbus United Methodist Church-Rev. Sang Wook Park, Columbus Community Church of the Nazarene-Pastor Chris Baker, and Wisconsin Academy-Pastor Jonathon Fetrick.
News from Our Quilters
Like clockwork each second & fourth Wednesday mornings our ladies can be found laying out color schemes for quilts, tying them, sorting fabric and cutting squares (the sewing takes place in their homes). It is a beehive of activity in the fellowship hall. We would love to have you come - No experience necessary!
We are also in need of blankets and batting for the inside of our quilts and flat sheets for the back.
Receiving the Newsletter – Get It Your Way
The majority of newsletters, however, will be sent electronically to members and friends for whom we have correct email addresses. And the third means of distribution is to pick up a copy from the info table in the narthex.
Please contact the church office should you wish to change the manner in which you receive this valuable monthly document, or to update any of your contact information. If you have not received the newsletter at all, let the office know that too. We want you to be informed so you can participate in the goings-on at Olivet.
New Email Address for Olivet
Please note that Olivet has a new email address: olivetucc.columbus@gmail.com
Our email account was hacked, and the only option was to open a new account for us. Please update your contact information for Olivet UCC.
As a reminder
We had some trouble with our church being unlocked with the lights on after worship. It is mostly a case of our not knowing if someone else is in the building and not wanting to disrupt them. With a multi-story building that can easily happen. However, we all need to be vigilant about locking up. Lights left burning cost us $$.
We are always striving to keep our records current at Olivet. If you have a new address, phone number or email please let us know by giving us a call at 920-623-5140 or email us at:
olivetucc.columbus@gmail.com. Thank you for your help with this!
Messages on the Outdoor Sign
Are you watching the messages on the outdoor sign? They change about weekly. If you walk near the sign, you will see a number of “ministry rocks.” They are for the taking, if you wish. You might have fun placing them around town to be found by others as sort of a fun surprise.
Olivet now features E-Giving; an online service to allow you to make your donations in a secure way that also helps you track your donations over the year. Please see our E-Giving page on this website.
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