AUGUST DISCIPLE OF THE MONTH:
ROSEMARY GUTTORMSSON
How long have you been a member of Saint John’s? What brought you here? What is your church background?
I have been a member for 2 1/2 years. When I moved to Winchester Gardens, I met Linda and Bill Walker who invited me visit Saint John’s. I grew up going to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (ALC) in Dubuque, Iowa and attended Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN. I finally settled in Duluth, MN where I was a member of Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd (ELCA) for 45 years.
What is your favorite thing(s) about Saint John’s? What about Saint John’s inspires or excites you?
My favorite things about Saint John’s are the friendly people, being involved in peace and justice issues, and the music.
Tell us something about your hobbies, work, family, pets, secret talent.
My favorite activities are making art, primarily painting in watercolors, and playing the ukulele. I have a 12-year-old English Cocker Spaniel named Lilly. I have been widowed since 2017 and have 3 sons. One lives in Minnesota, one in Maplewood, and one in Brooklyn. I also have 3 wonderful grandchildren: Otto and Minna in Maplewood and Elsie who lives in Brooklyn.
What ministries are you involved in?
I am a greeter at Saint John’s and have participated in packing lunches for Bridges. I hope to be more involved being a reader for worship services.
What is your favorite Bible verse, hymn, or church season?
One of my favorite hymns is “I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry” by John Ylvisaker. A favorite Bible reading is Psalm 121.