Broadcaster Press 09 October 8, 2013 www.broadcasteronline.com Pulpit Reflections: Saying goodbye after 13 years By Rev. Robert Grossmann Providence Reformed Church Dear friends and neighbors, fellow citizens of Vermillion, Thirteen years ago in July, my dear wife Polly and I moved to Vermillion so I could serve as pastor to a new church congregation being established here. We have truly enjoyed our time in Vermillion, learning to appreciate and love a large circle of friends, including of course the members of Providence Reformed Church. These thirteen years have closed out more than 50 years of ministry for me in the Reformed Church in the United States that have included seven congregations and teaching in four seminaries. But now it is time to move on, this time into retirement at the age of 76. We plan to be snowbirds, bouncing back and forth between Vero Beach, FL, and Menno as 1400 long as good health continues. At junctures like this, it is common to take stock, to ask not only where we are personally, but also as a nation. As a Christian pastor, I am reminded of Isaiah’s assessment of Israel during his own time. If we take God’s word in the Bible seriously - as we should - Isaiah’s words about Israel fit our country well. We are an immoral mess. Isaiah says, “Alas, sinful nation, a people laded with iniquity, a brood of evildoers. They have forsaken the lord, they have provoked the holy one of Israel.” The United States has forgotten God and become a nation that calls immoral acts like adultery, abortion and sexual perversion “good.” The result has been a national outwardly functioning pretty well, as was Israel in Isaiah’s day, but one in which we suffer many rational and Services 1335 PREGNANT AND AFRAID? Call Birthright 665-5580 (Yankton); 258-3436 (Sioux City); 334-8411 (Sioux Falls); 1-800-550-4900 (toll free). Read and Recycle irrational fears. Without God, fear takes over. Where will the next mass murder occur? When will al Qaida attack again? Will we ever be able to pay back the national debt? Will universal health insurance degrade the quality of our health care? Will global warming ever actually happen? (So far global temps have receded slightly since 1998, and the north polar icecap grew by 60 percent last year.) Were we insane to get on airliners like we did up into the 1990s without a shred of airport security, or was our country more sane 20 years ago? Now, like Isaiah, I point these things out not to wring my hands and say all is lost. Not at all. Our common purpose is to bring the real God back into the picture. Sin is real, but so is God’s forgiveness. By the end of chapter one, Isaiah is calling Israel to repent of Other Employment 1335 A Sales Career - High Pay For Hard Work - $70K Plus Realistic Potential - 4 Days Travel Required, 3 Day Weekends - Bonuses, Incentives - Full Training Contact (866) 326-4309 or joinusnow@pltnm.com ? 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The total estimated Other Employment GREAT PAY, BENEFITS & ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITY. Fast-paced, young and driven ag retail company, with a history of growth and profitability, is looking for a full-time office manager for our new Spink location! We are in search of an optimistic self-starter who enjoys working with growers. Successful candidate should possess: •A passion for South Dakota’s #1 industry •Attention to detail and quick learner •Accounting (both AR and AP) and management experience •Ability to lift 50 lbs. Benefits include attractive salary (dependent on experience) and benefits, profit sharing and a company sponsored weekend getaway. To apply, send your resume to PO Box 221 Gayville, SD 57031. its sin and saying, “Though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as snow.” Fifty-two chapters later, Isaiah is describing the sufferings of Christ, declaring, “All we like sheep have gone astray, we have turned every one to his own way, and the lord has laid upon him the iniquity of us all.” Yes, things have changed echnologically, but in real human terms, things have not changed at all. Like sheep, we have all gone astray, some farther than others, of course. But the real, true remedy is the same: God’s forgiveness. Real forgiveness comes with real repentance, and real repentance is turning away from sin. John the Baptizer had it right when he said to the self-righteous Pharisees, “Bring forth fruits worthy of repentance.” That is, quit sinning and live your life for God. Gov. announces $225,000 for Verm. landfill project Find the Right People Advertise your job openings in the Broadcaster. Looking for a self motivated person to perform booking and billing for agronomy services at the Vermillion/ Meckling, SD location. Applicants must be proficient with computer. Competitive wages, depending on experience. To apply contact Carl Hinz at 605-670-2964 The City of Vermillion Solid Waste Department is seeking a full-time Recycling Equipment Operator. The position is responsible for the operation of equipment used to sort and process recyclable materials. $14.12/hr plus benefits. Visit www.vermillion.us/careers 201 W Cherry Vermillion 624-4429 for a complete job description and application instructions. Closing date: October 15, 2013. EOE NEED A CHANGE? Interested in exploring an opportunity with a stable company that has the backing and resources of a large corporate conglomerate with a domestic and international presence? READ ON! Sapa Extrusions Inc., Yankton, SD (World’s Leading Aluminum Extruder) is looking for two (2) Maintenance Technicians. Skills required: Must have Maintenance experience, including Hydraulics/Pneumatics, some PLC knowledge, Crane/Mobile equipment systems. Education: A minimum of a two year degree from a Technical Institute or three (3) years Maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting. Physical and Environmental: must be capable of working a 4 days on 4 days off (12) hours a day shift schedule with overtime, must be able to lift up to 50# on a regular basis and work in varying temperatures. These positions are full time and are on night shift only. Sapa offers a very competitive compensation (hourly wage dependent upon experience with $1.00 shift differential, paid weekly) performance based merit increases every 3 months/ benefits package (where else can you get Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance and pay only$14.41 a week for single coverage and $42.81 a week for family coverage) Sapa also offers quarterly profit sharing, (how would you like to get an extra paycheck every four months just because you helped the company make a profit), company paid life insurance, short and long term disability and ten paid holidays. If you are a hard working, dedicated person who wants to work only sixteen days a month than come join us. Interested candidates please apply in person and/or by mail: Sapa Extrusions Inc. 2500 Alumax Rd. Yankton, SD 57078 Attn: Jane Larson, Mgr. 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Those with Manufacturing Experience will be given first opportunity and must be capable of working a 4 days on 4 days off (12) hours a day shift schedule with overtime, must be able to lift up to 50# on a regular basis. Must be reliable and willing to work your way to the top. These positions are full time and include both night and day shift openings. Sapa offers a very competitive compensation package (starting wage for entry level positions is $12/hour with $1.00 shift differential, paid weekly) performance based merit increases every 3 months/benefits package (where else can you get Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance and pay only$14.41 a week for single coverage and $42.81 a week for family coverage) Sapa also offers quarterly profit sharing (how would you like to get an extra paycheck every four months just because you helped the company make a profit), company paid life insurance, short and long term disability and ten paid holidays, a 401K plan with Company participation and a Company sponsored retirement plan which you become fully vested after three years of service. If you are a hard working, dedicated person who wants to work only sixteen days a month then come join us. Sapa Extrusions Inc. Interested 2500 Alumax Rd. candidates Yankton, SD 57078 please apply in Attn: Jane Larson, Mgr. HR person and/or Or e-mail: Jane.Larson@sapagroup.com by mail: EOE/Affirmative Action Employer