St. John's Lutheran (LCMS), Howard, SD
Announcements for 8-24-08
Worship This Week
Ushers : Delmar Callies, Doug Larsen, Ryan Miller, Cody Hoyer
Elder:Max Schwader
Greeters: Mark and Gloria Karstens
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
Life Quote: “Real life is only possible in this world if we know and believe in a real presence, the real, bodily presence of Christ, sent by the Father into our world to reach out His hand—the hand of God—to heal those who are broken by sin—to hold a little child and bless it—to stretch it out on a cross to receive a nail for our redemption.” Rev. Dr. Arthur A. Just, Jr., Professor of Exegetical Theology, Dean of the Chapel, and Director of Deaconess Studies at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Indiana. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship in Romans 11:33-12:8: St. Paul ended today’s Epistle reading by encouraging us to use our gifts (serving, teaching, encouraging, contributing, leadership and mercy) in a very deliberate and intentional way. We show that our faith is alive by our sacrificial deeds of kindness to the glory of God and the welfare of our fellow human beings.
Pastor Watt’s Address in Creston, IA: Rev. Jonathan C. Watt, 800-B North Sumner, Creston, IA 50801. eMail: pwbjwatt@gmail.com
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service
God’s People at Prayer
Anita Peterson; Cylie Pastian; Jon Albrecht; Maynard Hahn; Pastor Horning; Flo Bader; Judy Lucht; Dave Dalton; Skyler Hoyer; Christian Chase; Curt Hueners;
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Announcements for August 17, 2008
Worship This Week
Ushers : Delmar Callies, Doug Larsen, Ryan Miller, Cody Hoyer
Elder:Max Schwader
Greeters: Kim and Vicki Miller
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
The flowers on the altar are in celebration of Eunice Jacobson's 95th birthday; given by her family.
Adult Bible Study Today in the church basement following worship.
Join us for Bible Study Wednesday at 9:00am Church Basement.
Life Quote for Today: “Jesus’ compassionate touch and protective hands are for all people, regardless of size and importance in this world. In fact, He is especially compassionate and protective of those who are on the bottom of the social ladder—children, lepers, tax collectors, prostitutes, and sinners. He welcomes the helpless, the hurting, those most likely to be trampled, and those who can bring Him nothing in return. No one is too small or insignificant to be blessed by Jesus’ hands.” Rev. Dr. Glenn A. Nielsen, Professor, Director of Vicarage, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship: Romans 11:1-2, 13-15, 28-32: Because of God’s mercy we, like St. Paul, are made new as God’s children. As God’s children we are redeemed to be his disciples, his stewards, who do the right things for the right reasons, whether it is in giving, encouraging and helping. These are marks of God’s stewards.
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
Monday: Pastor’s Day Off
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Class, Church Basement
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
God’s People at Prayer
Hospitalized, Ill, Facing Cancer Treatments, Recovering from Surgery: Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, Jon Albrecht, Maynard Hahn, Pr. Horing, Family of Adeline Callies, Heather and Brian, Alice Hahn, Judy Lucht, Dave Dalton, Joyce Haak, Kristi Bartchers, Skyler Hoyer
Serving in the Armed Forces: Brock West, Chad Genzlinger, Jennings Kuhle, Luke Watt, Trevor Gluhm, Tyler May
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Announcements - August 10, 2008
Worship This Week
Ushers : Delmar Callies, Doug Larsen, Ryan Miller, Cody Hoyer
Elder:Max Schwader
Greeters: LaVoy Neises and DeAnna Hoyer
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
Quote for Life: “Christ chose death over life, and then, in reversing the curse, brought life and immortality to life through His resurrection. Christ’s mercy extends from His suffering cross into our suffering homes and hospitals, where He gives life because He chose death for us.” Rev. Dr. Arthur A. Just, Jr., Professor of Exegetical Theology, Dean of the Chapel, and Director of Deaconess Studies at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Indiana. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship in Romans 10:5-17: In Romans 10 Paul strongly makes the point that we can never gain salvation by our good works. Our salvation is a gift from God who loved us so much that He gave His only-begotten Son for our salvation. Therefore, the good works of stewardship that we do are done not to be saved, but as our fitting response to being saved by God’s grace.
There will be adult bible class following worship today in the church basement.
Please join us for bible class every Wednesday at 9am in the church basement.
LUTHERAN TALK RADIO. You can listen to Issues, Etc. on-demand at www.issuesetc.org. Issues, Etc. is hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken and produced by Lutheran Public Radio. This week’s topics include: Islam, The Gospel, Religion & the 2008 Election, Evangelical Style, Lutheran Substance, the Purpose Driven Movement and more. Listen to what you want when you want at www.issuesetc.org!
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
2:00pm—Funeral Service, Adeline Callies
Monday: Pastor’s Day Off
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Class, Church Basement
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
God’s People at Prayer
Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, Jon Albrecht, Maynard Hahn, Pr. Horing, Family of Adeline Callies, Heather and Brian, Alice Hahn, Judy Lucht, Dave Dalton, Joyce Haak, Kristi Bartchers,
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Announcements for Aug 3, 2008
Worship This Week
Ushers : Delmar Callies, Doug Larsen, Ryan Miller, Cody Hoyer
Elder:Max Schwader
Greeters: Ryan and Sarah Miller
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
Join us for Adult Bible Class immediately following worship today.
Bible Study every Wednesday at 9:00am Church Basement.
Kid's, would you like to have a question of yours answered on television? Kid's Crossing is a television program aired each Sunday on KDLT-TV at 10AM. One of the program segments is "Letters to Miss Tina." Miss Tina is the church librarian and she answers questions from children. The questions relate to topics that children have about being a Christian. You may send your question to: Miss Tina Main 1400 S. Duluth Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57105 or kidscrossingtv@aol.comStreet Living
Large Print Bulletins are available - Please let pastor know if you wanted one and didn't receive one.
Flowers on the altar are in celebration of Eunice Jacobson's 95th Birthday.
The Ladies Aid will meet on Aug.13th instead of Aug.6 because some members want to attend 4-H Achievement Days.
Life Quote: “This Church, under the Gospel and for the sake of the Gospel, has the duty to spare, to the best of its abilities, the lives of all people . . . To the extent, then, that the Church wittingly falls prey to policies that support the “black genocide [abortion],” we act contrary to nature of the communion into which we have been drawn and we bar—albeit unwittingly—from the means of grace those whom God would save. Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy upon us, poor sinners!” Rev. Everette E. Greene, pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Cincinnati, Ohio. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship in Romans 9:1-13: St. Paul was saddened by the unbelief of the Jews who had every advantage as the chosen people of God. It is very difficult to see people we know and love who do not believe in Christ. That encourages us to use our time and money to support the mission of our church to reach the spiritually lost in our families, our communities and throughout the world.
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
12:30pm—Worship at Good Samaritan
Monday: 6:15pm—Altar Guild
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Class (Church Basement)
Afternoon LWML moved to August 13.
Friday: 2:30pm—Worship Service at Whispering Winds
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
God’s People at Prayer
Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Pastor Hornig, Flo Bader, Dave Dalton
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Announcements for July 27
Worship This Week
Ushers : Max Schwader, Gary Hueners, John Rentschler, Ron Jacobson Elder:Max Schwader
Greeters: Greg and Cathy Callies Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
Voter’s Meeting: will follow worship services today:
Adult Bible Classes Resume next Sunday
There will be NO Wednesday bible study this week.
Quote from Lutherans for Life: “There are those who see people with disabilities or those who are desperately ill as people lacking quality of life. We see children who need to be cherished and cared for.” A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
God’s Word about Our Stewardship: Romans 8:28-39: St. Paul concludes this beautiful chapter of Romans with the overwhelming confidence that God loves us and is on our side. He who did not spare His own Son, but gave Him up for us all, will also along with Him graciously give us all good things. With joy, then, we can use the blessings of life, time, money and skills in new and God-pleasing ways.
BIKE-FOR-LIFE Family and followers of the Savior of Jesus Christ. On Saturday September 13th @ 7:00 a.m. Pastor Nour along with other riders will begin the 11th Bike-For-Life to raise funds to stop and end abortion in SD. Any person who is willing and desires to ride with Pastor Nour and friends, please contact him information below. Also, we would love to have your prayers and financial support. You can sponsor a rider by the mile or a one time gift. For more information visit http://afootwasher.com Please make check out and send it to: Lutherans For Life C/O Rev. Nabil S. Nour P. O. Box 158 Armour, SD 57313-0158
Holy Tour with Pastor Nabil Nour. You are invited to join the Holy Land "Nour Tour" The tour leaves from MN on Thursday September the 30th for an 12 day tour. The price is $3250.00 per person. If you are interested please contact Pastor Nour via e-mail. redeemarmour@unitelsd.com nabilsnour@hotmail.com (605)724-2489 (O) (605)724-2722 (H) http://afootwasher.org
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Voter’s Meeting
Wednesday: NO bible class
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship Service
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
God’s People at Prayer
Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Pastor Hornig, Flo Bader, Dave Dalton, Lila Hurry,
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Announcements for July 20
Worship This Week
Ushers : Max Schwader, Gary Hueners, John Rentschler, Ron Jacobson
Elder:Max Schwader
Greeters: Pastor and Waunita Watt
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
There will be no adult bible class today. Classes will resume in August.
There WILL BE Bible Class at 9am on Wednesday!
The Church Council will meet on July 23 at 7:00pm. Voters meeting will be the following Sunday July 27 following worship.
Open house bridal shower for David Callies & Ashley Neises Sunday, July 27 at 2:00 p.m. St. Agatha Fellowship Hall
Thrivent Appreciation Meal will be held on TODAY (July 20th) at the American Legion Hall in Howard from 11:00 am -1:00 pm. Contact Charlene Schmit or Karen Hueners if you have any questions. No RSVP needed.
Welcome to Tim Campbell, area Thrivent Representative.
Stewardship in Romans 8:18-27: St. Paul states that through Christ we have been raised to see life in new and different ways. We set our sights on heavenly things, not just on earthly things. As the renewed children of God we seek the Holy Spirit’s power for our Christian living, using all that we are and have to bring honor and glory to God and rich blessings to others.
Life Quote: "Some see those who have had an abortion as wicked, having committed an unforgivable sin. We see children who need to be cherished and uplifted and given hope." A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
No Adult Bible Class (Class resumes in August)
11:00am—Thrivent Dinner
7:30pm—Elder’s Meeting
Monday: Pastor’s Day Off
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Class, Church Basement
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service
God’s People at Prayer
In the Armed Forces: Brock West, Chad Genzlinger, Jennings Kuhle, Luke Watt, Trevor Gluhm, Tyler May
Cancer: Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, pr Hornig,
Hospitalized: Dave Dalton, Lila Hurry (Home)
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Announcements for July 13
Worship This Week
Ushers : Max Schwader, Gary Hueners, John Rentschler, Ron Jacobson
Elder:Max Schwader
Greeters: Marvel and Ann Wombacher
Acolyte: Ushers
Readings
Old Testament Isaiah 55:1-5
Epistle Romans 8:12-17
Gospel Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Hymns LSB 901, 586, 632, 684, 577
Announcements
Special Thanks: to President Sattgast for leading our worship and bringing us God’s Word today. Pastor Watt plans to return next Sunday.
There will be no adult bible class today.
There WILL BE Bible Class at 9am on Wednesday!
Life Quote: “Many see the pregnant teen as ‘promiscuous’ or as an abortion client. We see a child who needs to be cherished and supported with advice and direction.” A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship in Romans 8:12-17: Because of Christ we are children of God and heirs of salvation. The Holy Spirit empowers us to live as children of God and to demonstrate this in our handling of all that God has entrusted to us—such things as life, time, talents and financial resources. As God’s children we strive to use all of life and life’s resources for His purposes.
The Church Council will meet on July 23 at 7:30pm. Voters meeting will be the following Sunday July 27 following worship.
At Camp Okiboji: July 19, 2008 Christian Rock Concert! Camp Okiboji, 1531 Edgewood Drive, Milford, IA. This Christian Rock Concert begins at 1:00 pm and ends at 8:00 pm and will feature the following Bands: Billy Buchanan and Fusebox; Casting Pearls; Remedy Drive; Bythinia; Hoi Polloi; Rock A La Carte - featuring Wendy Gordy; Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 on the day of the festival. Tickets may be purchased at Camp Okoboji or from one of the Camp personel. For more info http://www.campokoboji.org/ or call (712)337-3325
Open house bridal shower for David Callies & Ashley Neises Sunday, July 27 at 2:00 p.m. St. Agatha Fellowship Hall
Thrivent Appreciation Meal will be held on July 20th at the American Legion Hall in Howard from 11:00 am -1:00 pm. Contact Charlene Schmit or Karen Hueners if you have any questions. No RSVP needed.
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
No Adult Bible Class
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Class, Church Basement
Wed (continued) 10:00am—Worship Service Good Sam
Thursday: 2:30pm—Worship Service Sunrise Terrace
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
God’s People at Prayer
Cancer: Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, pr Hornig,
Hospice: Flo Bader,
Hospitalized: Dave Dalton, Lila Hurry
Recovering: pr Watt
Worship Next Week
Worship next week. The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
Readings: Isa 44:6-8; Rom 8:18-27; Matt 13:24-30; 36-43
Ushers : Max Schwader, Gary Hueners, John Rentschler, Ron Jacobson
Elder:Max Schwader
Greeters: Pastor and Waunita Watt
Acolyte: Ushers
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Announcements - July 6
Worship This Week
Ushers : Max Schwader, Gary Hueners, John Rentschler, Ron Jacobson
Elder:Gary Hueners
Greeters: Ron and Nancy Jacobson
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
Thank You Pastor Uecker! Pastor Uecker from Our Savior, Madison, leads us in worship this morning.
Stewardship in Romans 7:14-25: St. Paul describes the conflict we Christians face each day of our lives. What we want to do we do not do, and what we hate we do. This sinful reality makes our lives as stewards more challenging but, thanks to Jesus, we have the victory over sin and the power of the Holy Spirit to help us do that which is pleasing to God and good for others as well as ourselves.
Life Quote: “The world sees those not yet born as ‘products of conception’ or a source of stem cells. We see children who need to be cherished, defended, and protected.” A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Thrivent Appreciation Meal will be held on July 20th at the American Legion Hall in Howard from 11:00 am -1:00 pm. Contact Charlene Schmit or Karen Hueners if you have any questions. No RSVP needed.
SD Youth Gathering —July 28th -30th: Dear brothers and sisters in Christ our Lord who has connected us to himself through the waters of Baptism. R U connected? is the question we ask our youth this year at the youth gathering. You can find the informational letter, registration forms, pre-gathering Bible Studies, on line on the SD.District site. sd.lcms.org, Go to service areas then to Youth services. They are listed as links at the bottom of the SD Youth Gathering article. Note the Medical release form is not to be sent in with the registration. It is to be in the possession of the group counselor. If you have any questions please feel free to call or email. Thanks for you interest in our fantastic kids. Pastor Randy
“Dear Miss Tina” Kid's, would you like to have a question of yours answered on television? Kid's Crossing is a television program aired each Sunday on KDLT-TV at 10AM. One of the program segments is "Letters to Miss Tina." Miss Tina is the church librarian and she answers questions from children. The questions relate to topics that children have about being a Christian. You may send your question to: Miss Tina, Main Street Living, 1400 S. Duluth Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57105
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Worship
Monday: 6:15pm—Evening Guild
Friday: 2:30pm—Worship Service Whispering Winds
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship Service w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
God’s People at Prayer
Cancer—Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, pr Hornig
Recovering—Pastor Watt, Marvel Wombacher
Hospitalized—Lila Hurry, Etheldra Rassmussen
Hospice—Flo Bader
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Announcements for June 29
Worship This Week
Ushers : Curt Hueners, Barry Callies, John Albert, Howard Fish
Elder:Gary Hueners
Greeters: Earl and Bev Voeltz
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
Thank you pastor Boeder: Today’s worship service is being led by pastor Charles Boeder.
Pastor Watt will be gone the next few recovering from knee surgery. Pastor Uecker will preach next Sunday, July 6. Please note that services for July 6 will be at 10:30am! If you have any pastoral care needs please contact the elders.
Stewardship in Romans 7:1-13: St. Paul reminds us that Christ died for us so that we might also die to sin, and he was raised from the dead so that we might bear fruit for God. Bearing fruit is at the heart and core of Christian stewardship. How we use our God-given time, skills and money is a mark of our stewardship.
Life Quote: “Our Lord faced opposition, but He continued to bring the Word of life and healing to many. Though the pro-life community may suffer reverses . . . we cannot give up the effort to fight for the unborn so that all humans are recognized as persons, beings valuable in and of themselves.” Rev. Dr. Kevin E. Voss, director of the Concordia Bioethics Institute. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Farewell / Godspeed to Pastor Moorlach: Join the members of Beach United Methodist Church in saying farewell to pastor Moorlach on June 29th at 10:15am. Cake and coffee will be served. Thanks pastor for your years of service to this community.
Large Print Bulletins are available - Please let pastor know if you wanted one and didn't receive one.
Holy Tour with Pastor Nabil Nour. You are invited to join the Holy Land "Nour Tour" The tour leaves from MN on Thursday September the 30th for an 12 day tour. The price is $3250.00 per person. If you are interested please contact Pastor Nour via e-mail. redeemarmour@unitelsd.com nabilsnour@hotmail.com (605)724-2489 (O) (605)724-2722 (H) http://afootwasher.org
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Worship
Wednesday: 1:30pm—Afternoon LWML
Next Sunday: 10:30am—Worship / Guest Pastor: Rev. Warren Uecker
God’s People at Prayer
Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, pr Hornig—Cancer Treatments; Lila Hurry, Etheldra Rasmussen—Hospitalized; Flo Bader—Hospice; pr Watt, Joyce Haak—Surgery; Marvel Wombacher—Continued Recovery;
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Announcements - June 22, 2008
Worship This Week
Ushers : Curt Hueners, Barry Callies, John Albert, Howard Fish
Elder:Gary Hueners
Greeters: Jerry and Helen Sprecher and Judy Lucht
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
Tea Time! Please join the Ladies of St. John’s at their June Tea. June 26, 2pm. There will be entertainment, prizes and luncheon fellowship… and tea!
Ladies’ Aid Members who plan to work at the June Tea, please be at the church at 12:30pm Thursday, June 26th. Also have desserts at the church by 12:30pm. If anyone has flowers that can be used for table decorations, please let Theowne know (605) 772-5415.
Pastor Watt will be gone for a few weeks recovering from knee surgery. Pastor Boeder will preach next Sunday June 29. Pastor Uecker will preach July 6. Please note that services for July 6 will be at 10:30am! If you have any pastoral care needs please contact the elders.
Stewardship in Romans 6:12-23: In our Epistle reading for today St. Paul states that because of Christ we have changed masters. Without Christ we are slaves to sin, but with Christ we are freed from that bondage to be willing servants of righteousness. As Christians we practice good stewardship not as a burden but rather as a privilege. That makes stewardship a joyful lifestyle.
Life Quote: “There is no sin too shameful, so much, that Jesus hasn’t paid for it. Nothing unfinished with Jesus. No half-way forgiveness with Him either.” Rev. Tom Aadland, former Presiding Pastor, The American Association of Lutheran Churches. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Farewell / Godspeed to Pastor Moorlach: Join the members of Beach United Methodist Church in saying farewell to pastor Moorlach on June 29th at 10:15am. Cake and coffee will be served. Thanks pastor for your years of service to this community.
Kid's, would you like to have a question of yours answered on television? Kid's Crossing is a television program aired each Sunday on KDLT-TV at 10AM. One of the program segments is "Letters to Miss Tina." Miss Tina is the church librarian and she answers questions from children. The questions relate to topics that children have about being a Christian. You may send your question to: Miss Tina Main 1400 S. Duluth Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57105 or kidscrossingtv@aol.comStreet Living
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
Monday: Pastor’s Day Off
Thursday: 2:00pm—June Tea
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship Guest Pastor: Rev. Charles Boeder
God’s People at Prayer
Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, pr Hornig—Cancer Treatments;
Pastor Watt, Lila Hurry—Hospitalized;
Flo Bader—Hospice;
Marvel Wombacher—Recovery;
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Worship This Week
Ushers : Curt Hueners, Barry Callies, John Albert, Howard Fish
Elder:Gary Hueners
Greeters: Max and Julie Schwader
Acolyte: Ushers
Announcements
Stewardship in Romans 5:6-15: Jesus died that we might live, and no longer live only for ourselves but rather for Him who died for us and rose again, so that we might experience the joy and excitement of doing good things for God and for others—not because we have to, but because we get to. Christian stewards enjoy doing the right things for the right reasons!
Life Quote: “God gave an ordinary man, Joseph, the unparalleled responsibility to care for and nurture Jesus. The carpenter from Nazareth did the best he could with the gifts God had given him. That's the responsibility God gives to fathers today. ‘Do the best you can with what I have given you to care for and nurture your children. Bring them to My house. Read them My Word. I will be at work in their lives and yours.’” Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb, executive director of Lutherans For Life. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Kid's, would you like to have a question of yours answered on television? Kid's Crossing is a television program aired each Sunday on KDLT-TV at 10AM. One of the program segments is "Letters to Miss Tina." Miss Tina is the church librarian and she answers questions from children. The questions relate to topics that children have about being a Christian. You may send your question to: Miss Tina Main 1400 S. Duluth Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57105 or kidscrossingtv@aol.comStreet Living
Holy Tour with Pastor Nabil Nour. You are invited to join the Holy Land "Nour Tour" The tour leaves from MN on Thursday September the 30th for an 12 day tour. The price is $3250.00 per person. If you are interested please contact Pastor Nour via e-mail. redeemarmour@unitelsd.com nabilsnour@hotmail.com (605)724-2489 (O) (605)724-2722 (H) http://afootwasher.org
Please join us for bible classes on Sunday morning following Worship and Wednesday at 9am as we study God’s Word together.
June Tea: 2pm June 26th Everyone welcome! Entertainment, prizes, lunch, fellowship.
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
Monday: Pastor’s Day Off
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Class, Church Basement
10:00am—Worship Service Good Sam
Thursday: 2:30pm—Worship Service Sunrise Terrace
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Life Sunday Service
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
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Announcements 5-4-08
Worship This Week
Ushers : Tom Hueners, Gary Bell, Riley Schwader, Greg Beyer
Elder: Gary Hueners
Greeters: Gaylord and Molly Rasmussen
Acolyte: Hunter Eggert
Announcements
Stewardship: 1 Peter 4:12-19; 5:6-11: St. Peter points out that regardless of how we might be mocked or ridiculed for managing all of life and life’s resources for God’s purposes, we will be blessed in this life and especially blessed in the life to come. What joy we have in knowing that what we do as Christian stewards really does have eternal consequences
Life Quote for May 4 "You might recall that it is at the Ascension that Jesus enters the Holy of Holies—heaven itself and the presence of God—being taken up in the midst of the clouds. . . there . . . your Great High Priest continually makes intercession for you—a beloved child of the heavenly Father." Rev. Daniel Feusse, Concordia Lutheran Church, Clearwater, Nebraska. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Video Introduction to the New Hymnal (Lutheran Service Book) will immediately follow worship today. Please stay to learn more about this important resource we’ll be using in our worship services.
Join us for bible study every Wednesday in the church basement, 9:00am.
Grazie! The spaghetti lunch held on April 27 was successful thanks to many of you who lent a hand to make it successful. Our proceeds totaled $1052.00 plus many donations for food items needed to prepare the meal. (Our additional grocery and bakery costs of $171.30 were donated by the Callies Farms Families) so that full amount was deposited to the Harvest Festival Account. These funds may be used for church maintenance, repair and upkeep projects in the future. Care and Congregation program funds under Thrivent may also be applied pending approval. We had a great work crew from the set up to tear down, advertising and decorating, preparing and serving, organizing and cashiering. The salads and desserts were wonderful and very much appreciated. Again, Grazie to each of you who helped and participated with this event!
Confirmation Questioning: This Wednesday at 7:30pm Evan and Lindsy will confess the faith they have been taught. Please come and let them do as Jesus says, So everyone who acknowledges me before men, I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in heaven, (Matthew 10:32 ESV)
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
12:30pm—Worship at Good Samaritan
Monday: Pastor’s Day Off
6:15pm—Evening Guild
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Study—Church Basement
1:30pm—Afternoon LWML
7:30pm—Confirmation Questioning
Thursday: 9:00am—Bible Study—Sunrise Terrace
Friday 2:30pm—Worhsip Service at Whispering Winds
Saturday 10:30am—Reva Behm Funeral
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion and Confirmation
10:30am—Adult Bible Class
No Sunday School
God’s People at Prayer
Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, Flo Bader, Skyler Hoyer.
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WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers: Wally Jacobsen, Craig Hoyer, Maynard Hahn, David Callies Elder: Gary Hueners
Greeters: Ed and Donna Meyer, and Joanne Beyer Acolyte: Maria Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bible Study Every Wed at 9:00am Church Basement.
Bible Study Sunday Morning: Every Sunday Morning following worship we gather to study God's Word. Please join us as we review Luther's Small Catechism as a window to Scripture.
Main Street Living is seeking volunteers to help with the production of the new Kid's Crossing program. They are looking for people to run: Teleprompter - some computer experience helpful but not required; Camera - some photography experience helpful but not required; Sound - some experience helpful but not required; Video Switcher; Equipment setup/take down; If you are interested, or know of someone who might be interested and are willing to commute to Sioux Falls, please contact Dutch Teslaa at dteslaa@yahoo.com or call him at 605/351-2227.
Announcement: LWML Fall Zone Rally "Ingathering" please bring the following items to church by June for distribution through LWML. Personal Hygiene Items; Personal Care Products; Paper Products;
Life Quote: "There . . . continues to be, enormous fallout from the deaths of over 48 million unborn children . . . with damage not only to women's health and psyche, but also to her relationship with the baby's father . . . The good news is that as more post-abortion healing and helping takes place, there will be more mothers and fathers to stand beside us and spread the word that abortion kills children and hurts their parents." Olivia Gans, director, American Victims of Abortion. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship: 1 Peter 2:2-10: St. Peter reminds us in this text that at one time we were "no people" (that is, people without Christ), but now we are the people of God who are equipped for every good work. Among other things, that means using all we are and have for God's purposes. That's at the heart of Christian stewardship.
Spaghetti lunch planned for Sunday, April 27 (serving from 11-2) Adults $6.00 children 12 and under $3.00 Proceeds will be targeted for church operations and maintenance; Thrivent Care and Congregation funds have been requested. Families A-K are asked to bring salads - L-Z are asked to bring desserts In addition a listing of items needed for the supper is posted on the bulletin board (donations are very much appreciated!) A listing of helpers and work schedules is also posted. Please contact Kathy Callies, Helen Sprecher, Bonnie Hemmer or Wendy Eich if you are not able to help out as noted on the list. Thank you for participating!
HOLY LAND NOUR TOUR Please join Pastor Nabil Nour, a native from Israel on his upcoming Holy Land Nour Tour. The dates are September 30th - October 11, departing from Minneapolis, MN. The price is $3250.00 This includes Flight, hotel accommodations, two meals a day and all your entry fees.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN'S
Today 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School / Adult Bible Class
2:pm—Circuit Forum, Wentworth.
Monday Pastor's Day Off
Wednesday 9:00am—Bible Study
3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
Thursday 9:00am—Bible Study Sunrise Terrace
2:30pm—Worship Service at Sunrise Terrace
Saturday 9:000am—Lutheran Lecture Series, Marcus, IA
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship
11:00am—Spaghetti Lunch
GOD'S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Brock West, Jennings Kuhle, Luke Watt, Trevor Gluhm, Tyler May, Maynard Hahn, Jon Albrecht, Judy Lucht, Marvel Wombacher, Lila Hurry
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WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers: Wally Jacobsen, Craig Hoyer, Maynard Hahn, David Callies
Elder: Gary Huenders
Greeters: Barney and Bobbie Mette
Acolyte: Maria Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bible Study Every Wed at 9:00am Church Basement.
Life Quote: "Do we look at the disabled or troubled as an inconvenience, because their quality of life doesn’t meet some standard we set, or do we care for them and love them as we are supposed to do as humans and show them the compassion they deserve?" Bobby Schindler, brother of Terri Schiavo. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
If you would like to attend the Spring Rally for the Brookings/Sioux Falls Zone scheduled for Monday, April 14 at Memorial Lutheran in Sioux Falls please notify Thelma Hueners or Kathy Callies. We will be meeting at the church to leave at about 7:50 a.m. that day to arrange car pooling. We'd love to have a good turnout from St. John's!
LWML Fall Zone Rally "Ingathering" please bring the following items to church by June for distribution through LWML. Personal Hygiene Items; Personal Care Products; Paper Products;
Main Street Living is seeking volunteers to help with the production of the new Kid's Crossing program. They are looking for people to run: Teleprompter - some computer experience helpful but not required; Camera - some photography experience helpful but not required; Sound - some experience helpful but not required; Video Switcher; Equipment setup/take down; If you are interested, or know of someone who might be interested and are willing to commute to Sioux Falls, please contact Dutch Teslaa at dteslaa@yahoo.com or call him at 605/351-2227.
Spaghetti lunch planned for Sunday, April 27 (serving from 11-2) Adults $6.00 children 12 and under $3.00 Proceeds will be targeted for church operations and maintenance; Thrivent Care and Congregation funds have been requested. Families A-K are asked to bring salads - L-Z are asked to bring desserts In addition a listing of items needed for the supper is posted on the bulletin board (donations are very much appreciated!) A listing of helpers and work schedules is also posted. Please contact Kathy Callies, Helen Sprecher, Bonnie Hemmer or Wendy Eich if you are not able to help out as noted on the list. Thank you for participating!
Stewardship Today: 1 Peter 2:19-25: Jesus was God’s Chief Steward in doing perfectly the will of His Father. But as He did so, He endured extreme suffering. We will never have to endure the same suffering that Jesus experienced but sometimes we may be considered foolish for using a generous portion of our time, talents and money for the Lord’s work. In the eyes of unbelievers that is a waste of resources, but in the eyes of us Christians that is good stewardship!
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School
10:30am—Voter’s Meeting
Monday Pastor’s Day Off
6:15pm—Evening Guild
Wednesday 9:00am—Bible Study
1:45pm—Junior Confirmation
Thursday 9:00am—Bible Study Sunrise Terrace
2:30pm—Worship Service at Sunrise Terrace
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Jon Albrecht; Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Pastian, Flo Bader, Marvel Wombacher, Skyler Hoyer, Lila Hurry
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WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers : Wally Jacobsen, Craig Hoyer, Maynard Hahn, David Callies
Elder: Gary Hueners
Greeters: Steve and Holly Litterick
Acolyte: Maria Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Large Print Bulletins are available - Please let pastor know if you wanted one and didn't receive one.
Main Street Living is seeking volunteers to help with the production of the new Kid's Crossing program. They are looking for people to run: Teleprompter - some computer experience helpful but not required; Camera - some photography experience helpful but not required; Sound - some experience helpful but not required; Video Switcher; Equipment setup/take down; If you are interested, or know of someone who might be interested and are willing to commute to Sioux Falls, please contact Dutch Teslaa at dteslaa@yahoo.com or call him at 605/351-2227.
New Bible Study beginning, Wednesdays at 9:00am Church Basement.
The Adult Bible Class on Sunday morning is studying Luther’s the Small Catechism. You’re never too old to review this important book! You can’t study it too many times. Please join us for Koinonia-that is Christian fellowship-around God’s Word. Sunday 10:30am
Thank You: Our sincere thanks to all who helped with the blood drive in Howard on March 11. Your support of community blood drives in Howard is greatly appreciated. We collected 49 pints of blood, with 2 new donors. 13 donors chose to give automation donation which means 26 pints of red cells. It was a great blood drive and we look forward to working with you in November at your next drive. Thanks Nancy Pretre.
Please allow the children to leave before the rest of the congregation so they can go to Sunday School with a minimum of disruption.
Stewardship Today: 1 Peter 1:17-25: St. Peter reminds us that in Christ we have been born again so that we may obey the truth and show sincere love for others. As Christian stewards we show our love not just with words but with actions as we manage all of life and life’s resources for God’s purposes.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
12:30pm—Worship at Good Sam
Monday: Pastor at District Pastor’s Conference—Dakota Dunes
6:15pm—Evening Guild
Tuesday: Pastor at District Pastor’s Conference—Dakota Dunes
Wednesday: Pastor at District Pastor’s Conference—Dakota Dunes
No Morning Bible Class
No Junior Confirmation
7:30pm—Church Council Meeting
Thursday: 9:00am—Bible Study @ Sunrise Terrace
Friday: 2:30pm—Worship at Whispering Winds
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Voter’s Meeting
10:30am—Sunday School
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Cancer Treatments: Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Patsian
Hospice: Flo Bader;
Hosptialized: Marvel Wombacher; Skyler Hoyer;
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Announcements for March 30, 2008
Announcements
Last week: 3-23; Attendance: Sunrise: 120 Second Service 21; Offering: $NA;
Stewardship: 1 Peter 1:3-9: Peter lived with confidence because he was an eyewitness to the risen Lord and the rest of his life was spent in praising God in words and actions. We are not eyewitnesses to the risen Savior but by God’s grace we believe the message of God’s eyewitnesses and also spend our lives praising God with our words and actions. Spending our lives and resources like that is great Christian stewardship.
Life Quote: "The cross proclaims to us that suffering is not a sign of God’s absence or disfavor toward us. Jesus Christ did not turn His back on suffering nor did He walk away from those suffering. He suffered for us on the cross and He suffers with us in all that life brings. He does not abandon us to suffer alone." Rev. Dr. Eugene Boe, Academic Dean, Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology, Lutheran Brethren Seminary. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Main Street Living is seeking volunteer to help with the production of the new Kid's Crossing program. They are looking for people to run: Teleprompter - some computer experience helpful but not required; Camera - some photography experience helpful but not required; Sound - some experience helpful but not required; Video Switcher; Equipment setup/take down; If you are interested, or know of someone who might be interested and are willing to commute to Sioux Falls, please contact Dutch Teslaa at dteslaa@yahoo.com or call him at 605/351-2227.
New Bible Study sponsored by afternoon LWML. Every Wednesday at 9:00am in the Church Basement. Everyone is welcome.
New views on the Church Web Page: go to http://StJohnsHoward.org and click on “Calendar” at the top menu to see the most current events calendar (including schedules for Greeters, Elders and Ushers) for the church. Also click on “Prayers” to see the current list of prayer requests. To add events or prayers please call pastor (605)579-0005 or eMail him at Pastor@StJohnsHoward.org.
Vine and Branches Conference: What is the Christian Faith? Who is to pass this faith on? How do we do it? These questions will be answered at this year's conference at The Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Windom, MN on Saturday, April 5 from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm by LCMS theologians Dr. David Adams, Rev. John Fehrmann and Rev. Daniel Preus. For more information or to pre-register, visit www.vineandbranchesconference.org or call 507-839-3086. The cost is free and a meal is included if you register by March 30.
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Worship, Matins
10:30am—Sunday School / Adult Bible Clas
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Study
1:30pm—Afternoon LWML
3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship Service
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
God’s People at Prayer
Cancer Treatments: Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson (Max's Aunt), Cylie Patsian
Condolences: Family of Reva Behm
Destroyed by Fire: Immanuel Lutheran of rural Wecota, SD
Hospice: Flo Bader (Pastor Watt's Aunt)
Hospitalized: Irma Hardick (Released), Ron VanPelt (Released) Marvel Wombacher, Skyler Hoyer
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Announcements for March 23, 2008
Festival of the Resurrection
of Our Lord Jesus Christ
March 23, 2008 ~ 7:30am and 9:30am
Announcements
A bouquet of flowers will be on the alter in memory of Carl Jacobson from his family.
Main Street Living is seeking volunteers to help with the production of the new Kid's Crossing program. They are looking for people to run: Teleprompter - some computer experience helpful but not required; Camera - some photography experience helpful but not required; Sound - some experience helpful but not required; Video Switcher; Equipment setup/take down; If you are interested, or know of someone who might be interested and are willing to commute to Sioux Falls, please contact Dutch Teslaa at dteslaa@yahoo.com or call him at 605/351-2227.
New Bible Study beginning, Weds at 9:am Church Basement.
CAMP MINNEBOJI – June 22-28, 2008! “Don’t Forget His Lyrics” is the theme of Camp Minneboji this summer (June 22-28). God’s people have been remembering the great deeds of God through Psalms, hymns, and songs for centuries. Our Bible studies and other aspects of camp will be built on this theme, as the campers will especially be led by way of the Psalms to remember what God has done for them through Jesus. Camp Minneboji is for those who are currently in grades 4 through 9. The camp, located at Camp Okoboji in northwest Iowa, features Bible study, mission presentations, crafts, music time, sports and recreation. Cost is $225 for 4th-8th graders and $255 for 9th graders. Camp registration booklets will be mailed directly to last year’s campers and in bulk to the congregations by April 1. For more information, check out the camp’s Website: www.minneboji.com, or contact the Camp Dean, Rev. Scott Sailer (scottsailer@aol.com, 605/332-3401).
Large Print Bulletins are available – Let pastor know if you wanted one and they ran out.
Life Quote for Easter: "We can face the end of life with confidence because Jesus Christ has defeated the enemy of death. For the believer in Christ, the Savior of the world, it is death with a difference. The cross promises what no science or medicine can: immortality . . . (2 Timothy 1:10) . . . Through the cross and Christ’s resurrection comes new life, eternal life, life with Christ without end." Rev. Dr. Eugene Boe, Academic Dean, Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology, Lutheran Brethren Seminary. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship for Easter: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11: St. Paul witnessed to the truth that the risen Jesus was the power in his life and therefore he was renewed to be a good steward of the Gospel. We believers in Christ and His resurrection are also moved to be good stewards, not just of our money, time and talents, but also with our sharing of the Gospel of salvation.
This Week at St. John’s
Today: Festival of the Resurrection of Our Lord, Jesus Christ
7:30am Easter Sunrise Service with Holy Communion
8:30am Easter Breakfast
9:30am Divine Service with Holy Communion
No Sunday School or Bible Classes
Wed: 9:00am LWML Quilting – Everyone welcome
3:45pm Junior Confirmation
Sunday: 9:30am Worship Service / Matins
10:30am Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
Gods People at Prayer
Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Patsian, Flo Bader, Irma Hardick, Ron Vanpelt;
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Announcements for March 16, 2008
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers Today: Jerry Sprecher, Rob Eggert, Jeff Callies, Steve Jacobsen
Elder: Rod Ulrich
Greeters: Wally, Steve and Shawana Jacobsen
Acolyte: Lindsy Genslinger
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Attendance and Offering: 3/25—98, $1025.75; 3/28—34, $191.00
Life Quote: "We welcome children because we know that children are not just haphazard ‘products of conception.’ No, they are people known by God before the world began, people for whom Christ died, people whom God wants as part of His family . . . they are precious to God." Diane E. Schroeder, president of Lutherans For Life. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Issues Etc. This Week. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. “Women in the Church” Rev. Matt Harrison, Executive Director, LCMS World Relief
Stewardship this Week: Philippians 2:5-11: Jesus, the almighty and eternal Son of God, emptied Himself and took on the form of a servant to do for us what we could never do for ourselves. What an encouragement for us to live as God’s servants who do the right things for the right reasons and make this world a better place because we are here.
CAMP MINNEBOJI – June 22-28, 2008! “Don’t Forget His Lyrics” is the theme of Camp Minneboji this summer (June 22-28). God’s people have been remembering the great deeds of God through Psalms, hymns, and songs for centuries. Our Bible studies and other aspects of camp will be built on this theme, as the campers will especially be led by way of the Psalms to remember what God has done for them through Jesus. Camp Minneboji is for those who are currently in grades 4 through 9. The camp, located at Camp Okoboji in northwest Iowa, features Bible study, mission presentations, crafts, music time, sports and recreation. Cost is $225 for 4th-8th graders and $255 for 9th graders. Camp registration booklets will be mailed directly to last year’s campers and in bulk to the congregations by April 1. For more information, check out the camp’s Website: www.minneboji.com, or contact the Camp Dean, Rev. Scott Sailer (scottsailer@aol.com, 605/332-3401).
Madison MasterSingers Spring Concert: The Madison MasterSingers will present Spring Concert on Sunday March 16 at 4:30pm at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Madison. The concerts feature sacred choral music for the Easter season. Admission is $5 for adults, and $1 for students, children age six and under are free.
LWML is Sponsoring a Bible Study: Everyone is welcome to bible study in the church basement Wednesdays 9:00am.
Thank you to the Callies Family for again supplying the Palms for today's service.
Evening Guild is sponsoring congregation-wide “self-shower” for paper towels, bathroom tissue and other church cleaning supplies for church use. We will have a basket in the entry way during Lent for any donations – which are very much appreciated!
Large Print Bulletins are available see the usher. Please let me know if we run out so I can print more next week.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
4:30pm—Madison Mastersingers Concert, St. Thomas, Madison
Wednesday: 9:00am—Bible Study Church Basement
10:00am—Worship at Good Samaritan
No Confirmation
Thursday 2:30pm—Worship at Sunrise Terrace
7:30pm—Maunday Thursday Worship / w Holy Communion
Friday 7:30pm—Good Friday Service
Next Sunday: 7:30am—Sunrise Service w/ Holy Communion
8:30am—Easter Breakfast
9:30am—Festival of the Resurrection /w Holy Communion
No Sunday School or Adult Bible Class
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Those serving in the armed forces: Brock West (Iraq), Chad Genzlinger (Iraq), Jennings Kuhle (Iraq), Luke Watt (Iraq), Trevor Gluhm (Iraq), Tyler May (overseas)
Cancer: Judy Lucht, Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Patsian
Hospitalized and Recovering: Miriam Benson
Hospice: Flo Bader
Condolences: Family of Mabel King (Kristi Bartcher’s family)
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Announcements for March 9, 2008
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers: Jerry Sprecher, Rob Eggert, Jeff Callies, Steve Jacobsen
Elder: Rod Ulrich
Greeters: Curt and Thelma Hueners
Acolyte: Lindsy Genzlinger
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Last Sunday: March 2: Attendance: 94, Stewardship: $1786
Today on Lutheran Radio program Issues Etc. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. Join Pastor Wilken and Guest Rev. Steven Parks, Pastor, University Hills Lutheran Church-Denver, CO as they discuss the topic “Faith Alone.”
Congregation-wide “self-shower” for paper towels and bathroom tissue for church use is still going on. Please place your items in narthex anytime during Lent. Thanks!
Madison MasterSingers Spring Concerts: The Madison MasterSingers will present Spring Concerts on Sunday March 9 at 4:30pm at St. John's Lutheran Church, Howard and on Sunday March 16 at 4:30pm at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Madison. The concerts feature sacred choral music for the Easter season. Admission is $5 for adults, and $1 for students, children age six and under are free.
Stewardship Today Romans 8:1-11: Most people who have been released from prison or any other kind of bondage come out with the desire to live the rest of their lives to the full. Jesus has rescued us from the horrible bondage of sin, death and the devil so that we may no longer live for ourselves but rather for Him who died for us and rose again. That’s at the heart of Christian stewardship.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
4:30pm—Madison MasterSingers Concert at St. Johns, Howard
Monday 6:30pm—Madison MasterSingers Rehearsal
Tuesday 11:30am—Circuit Pastor’s Conference, Brookings
11:30am—Community Blood Drive, Legion Hall
Wednesday 3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
6:00pm—Lenten Fellowship Dinner (Sponsored by Evening Guild)
7:00pm—Lenten Service
Friday 2:30pm—Worship service at Whispering Winds
Next Sunday: Palm Sunday / Sunday of the Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ
9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
4:30pm—Madison MasterSingers Concert at St. Thomas, Madison
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson, Cylie Patsian, Judy Lucht: Cancer
Family of Chuck Scott at his death
Flo Bader: Hospice
Miriam Benson, Logan Zobel, Emilio Martinez: Hospitalized Recovering
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Announcements for March 2, 2008
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers : Jerry Sprecher, Rob Eggert, Jeff Callies, Steve Jacobsen
Elder: Gary Hueners
Greeters: Gary and Lesa Hueners
Acolyte: Lindsey
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Issues Etc. This Week. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. “The Lord’s Supper” Dr. Carl Fickenscher, Associate Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Missions Concordia Theological Seminary-Fort Wayne
Congregation Self-Shower Continues: Please place supplies for the church in the narthex.
Stewardship: Ephesians 5:8-14: Our Epistle reading for today encourages us to live as children of light who discover and do those things that please our God. Our acts of faithful stewardship give a powerful witness to the truth that we really are the children of God.
Madison MasterSingers Spring Concerts: The Madison MasterSingers will present Spring Concerts on Sunday March 9 at 4:30pm at St. John's Lutheran Church, Howard and on Sunday March 16 at 4:30pm at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Madison. The concerts feature sacred choral music for the Easter season. Admission is $5 for adults, and $1 for students, children age six and under are free.
Pastor Nour is leading another tour to the Holy Land. If you are interested please visit with Pastor Nour. The date of departure is May 15th. The price is $3200.00 p/p. An 11 day leaving out of MN. The price is inclusive of all expenses except your noon meal. Time is getting close to singing up. Contact Pastor Nour @ 605-724-2489 (O) 605-724-2722 (H) NabilSNour@hotmail.com
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
12:30pm—Worship at Good Sam
Monday: 6:15pm—Evening Guild
7:00pm—Madison MasterSingers Rehearsal
Tuesday 6:00pm—Elder’s Meeting
Wednesday: 1:30pm—Afternoon LWML
3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
6:00pm—Fellowship Supper (Sponsored by Evening Guild)
7:00pm—Lenten Service
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School / Adult Bible Class
4:30pm—Madison MasterSingers Concert @ St. John’s
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Maynard Hahn—Cancer; Anita Peterson—Cancer; Flo Bader—Hospice; Miriam Benson—Recovering; Judy Lucht—Recovering; Mona VanPelt—Injury; Logan Zobel—Recovering;
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Announcements for Feb 24, 2008
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers : Joe Bechen, Clint Hoyer, Riley Schwader, Jeremy Crittenden
Elder: Rod Ulrich
Greeters: Tom and Karen Hueners
Acolyte: Evan Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Life Quote: "For those of us who have had abortions, our lives have never been the same. The dirty little secret behind what they call ‘choice’ is that the baby isn’t the only one who dies; part of our soul dies, too. We must make abortion not just illegal, but unthinkable." Vera Lord, director of the Pittsburgh Chapter of Orthodox Christians for Life. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship: Romans 5:1-8: People who have recovered from life-threatening illnesses or injuries often respond with renewed lives of love, joy, peace and generosity. How much more should we who have been rescued from the greater threat of eternal condemnation and death live the rest of our days with love, joy, peace and generosity as God’s stewards!
Issues Etc. This Week. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. "The Emerging Church" Shane Rosenthal, Producer The White Horse Inn
Congregation Self-Shower Continues: Please place supplies for the church in the narthex.
There will be quilting at the church starting at 9:00AM on Wednesday Feb. 27. Please bring a brown bag lunch. All members are welcome to participate in this worthwhile project. Quilt tops are needed. Thank you.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today: 9:30am—Divine Service
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
Monday: 7:00pm—Madison MasterSingers Rehearsal
Wednesday: 9:00am—Quilting (LWML)
3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
6:00pm—Fellowship Supper (Sponsored by Evening Guild)
7:00pm—Lenten Service
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Divine Service
10:30am—Sunday School / Adult Bible Class
12:30am—Worship Service @Good Sam
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson: Cancer
Flo Bader: Hospice
Miriam Benson, Logan Zobel, Leonore Hahn Judy Lucht: Hospitalized, Recovering
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Announcements for Feb 17, 2008
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers: Joe Bechen, Clint Hoyer, Riley Schwader, Jeremy Crittenden
Elder: Rod Ulrich
Greeters: Clint and Jane Hoyer
Acolyte: Evan Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Last Sunday: Feb 3: Attendance: 83, Stewardship: $1663.42
Stewardship in Romans 4:1-8; 13-17: Abraham was not saved by his good works but by his faith in the promises of God. That faith enabled him to manage all of life and life’s resources for God’s purposes. May God grant that that we become the same kind of faithful and generous stewards.
Life Quote for February 17 "Innocent life taken for political expediency—does this sound familiar? We dally with such devaluation today, in embryonic-stem-cell research, abortion, euthanasia, terrorism—all treated as justifiable to relativists. How unseemly, how grotesque, that the devaluation of human life now runs under the banner of ‘choice.’ The question is not whether but what you choose. Among the choices, the hardest path is the road of the cross, following the example of Jesus. Yet if that stony, stumbling course is the hardest, it is also the best." The Patriot Post. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Those wishing to make donations for new hymnals may do so, please indicate your donation on the offering envelope.
Today on Lutheran Radio program Issues Etc. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. Pastor Wilken's Guest Shane Rosenthal, Producer, The White Horse Inn discusses "The Emerging Church"
Congregation-wide “self-shower” for paper towels and bathroom tissue for church use is still going on. Please place your items in narthex anytime during Lent. Thanks!
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
Monday 6:30pm—Madison MasterSingers Rehearsal
7:00pm—Ambulance Meeting
Wednesday 10:00am—Worship at Good Sam w/ Holy Communion
3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
6:00pm—Lenten Fellowship Dinner (Sponsored by Evening Guild)
7:00pm—Lenten Service
Thursday 2:30pm—Worship at Sunrise Terrace w/ Holy Communion
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson: Cancer;
Flo Bader: Hospice;
Judy Lucht, Logan Zobel, Mariam Bensen, Leonore Hahn, : Recovering.
Chad Genzlinger, Jennings Kuhle, Trevor Gluhm, Tyler May, and Luke Watt : Serving in the Military
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WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers: Joe Bechen, Clint Hoyer, Riley Schwader, Jeremy Crittenden Elder: Rod Ulrich
Greeters: Dave and Mary Hillman Acolyte: Evan Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Last Sunday: Feb 3: Attendance: 83, Stewardship: $1663.42
Stewardship Message: Romans 5:12-19: Our Epistle reading tells us that Jesus came in human form to rescue us from sin and death and empower us to live as God’s children. As children of God we love and live and give freely and generously to bring honor to God, support for the work of the church and blessings for people around us.
Life Quote: "We have been redeemed not merely with silver and gold but with the ‘precious blood of Christ’ (1 Peter 1:19). Our worth is not determined on the basis of what we can do, or how we look, or how smart we are. It is based on . . . what God has done for us. God loves us notwithstanding our diseases, handicaps, and sin. Christ never shrank from reaching out to the blind, the lame, or the leper—and neither should we." Center for a Just Society. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Issues Etc. This Week. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. Sunday, February 3 "The Dead Sea Scrolls" Dr. Nathan Jastram, Professor of Theology Concordia University Wisconsin
Participate in the congregation-wide “self-shower” for paper towels and bathroom tissue for church use. A basket will available during Lent for any donations
St. John's Web Page. Newsletter, sermons, officers, announcements, bulletins, and the most current calendar available, etc.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
Wednesday 1:30pm—Afternoon LWML
1:45pm—Junior Confirmation
7:00pm—Lenten Service
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Maynard Hahn, Anita Peterson: Cancer; Families of Delores Callies, Irene Lass; Flo Bader: Hospice; Judy Lucht, Logan Zobel, Leonore Hahn, Henry Rentschler, Sr.: Hospitalized, Recovering.
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Announcements for January 27.
Announcements
Last week: 1-20; Attendance: 65; Offering: $861.50;
Stewardship from God’s Word: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18: Who are God’s modern-day wise stewards? They are the people of God who do all they can to live in peace and unity with fellow Christians so that the wonderful work of the Lord is fully supported.
Life Quote: "How can infanticide be wrong and abortion be a basic right? Both mean the killing of a baby, and both represent the Culture of Death at its most deadly." Dr. R. Albert Mohler, Jr., president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Lutheran Radio: Issues Etc. This Week. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. “Reasonable Arguments Against Gay Marriage” Frank Turek, Founder & President Cross-Examined.Org
Supplies for St. Johns: Evening Guild is sponsoring a congregation-wide “self-shower” for paper towels and bathroom tissue for church use. We will have a basket in the entry way during Lent for any donations – which are very much appreciated!
This Week at St. John’s
Today: 9:30am—Worship, Matins
10:30am—Voter’s Meeting
10:30am—Sunday School
Monday: 7:00pm—Madison MasterSingers Rehearsal
Wednesday: 1:45pm—Junior Confirmation
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Worship Service
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
God’s People at Prayer
Born: Kaylee Jeane, to Amber and Dan Bucholz (niece to Kristi Bartchers)
Born: Roberto to Roberto and Lauriann Martinez (nephew to Kristi Bartchers)
Born: Samantha Marie born to Kara Williamson
Cancer: Maynard Hahn
Hospice: Flo Bader (Pastor Watt’s aunt), Delores Callies
Testing: Kristi Bartchers
Surgery: Hanna Peterson (Hannah Watt’s 3rd grade classmate)
Surgery: Logan Zobel great grandson of Bev and Earl Voeltz
Critical Car Accident: Pastor Nour’s Father, Sister, and Two nieces.
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Announcements - January 6th, 2008
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers : LeRoy Hemmer, Greg Callies, Adam Bechen, Edwin Meyer
Elder:TBA
Greeters: Doug and Nila Larson
Acolyte: Hunter Eggert
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Installation of Officers: New and currently serving officers for St. Johns will be installed today during the worship service. All members for all elected boards and appointed committees should be present to be installed.
Stewardship Thought: Ephesians 3:1-12: Who are God’s modern-day wise stewards? They are people who have been changed by God’s grace and joyfully and freely use all they are and have to be people in mission—God’s mission!
Life Quote: "The magi knew Jesus was more than a baby—they recognized His star, they traveled hundreds of miles, they presented kingly gifts, but most telling of all, they worshiped Him. The magi recognized Jesus as God. Because Jesus was more than a baby, His life, death, and resurrection have eternal significance. His life, death, and resurrection also have temporal significance. The price He paid to redeem all people gives value to all people. That means every baby is more than a baby . . . Every unborn baby is more than a baby! He or she is a person for whom Jesus lived, died, and rose again." Rev. Dr. James I .Lamb, executive director of Lutherans For Life. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Issues Etc. Lutheran Radio: This Week. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. "The Christmas Hymn 'What Child Is This?'" Dr. Arthur Just, Professor of New Testament Concordia Theological Seminary-Fort Wayne, IN
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
Monday: 6:15pm—Evening Guild
7:00pm—Madison Masters Rehearsal
Wednesday: 3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
Thursday: 12-9pm—Pre-Lenten Workshop (Zion, Michelle, SD)
Friday: 8-12pm—Pre-Lenten Workshop
1:30pm—Bible Study at Good Sam
2:30pm—Worship Service Whispering Winds
Next Sunday: 9:30am—Life Sunday Service
10:30am—Sunday School / Adult Bible Class
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Maynard Hahn, Pr. Goldhammer : Cancer
Flo Bader: Hospice
Kristi Bartchers: Injuries and testing.
Delores Callies: Patience to wait for the Lord.
Unemployed
For those suffering from current or past abuse.
Thanksgiving for the safety of 2 LCMS missionaries in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Announcements for Sunday Dec 23, 2007
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers : Curt Hueners, Max Schwader, Robbie Beyer
Elder:Gary Hueners
Greeters: Ron and Pam German
Acolyte: Evan Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
We will NOT be singing the “Glory to God” during Advent.
Installation of Officers: New and currently serving officers for St. Johns will be installed on January 6. All members for all elected boards and appointed committees should be present to be installed.
Stewardship: Romans 1:1-7: “Ready-Set-Come!” Who are God’s watchful and wise stewards? They are the people of God who by God’s grace live in obedience to God’s will to demonstrate their faith and love through Christian acts of loving and giving.
Lutherans for Life Quote: “The womb was a necessary place for God to be. Our beginning there was sinful (Psalm 51:5). God came to seek and to save us by taking our place from the very beginning. When God came to Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, He was showing how He valued them in spite of their sin. God entering a womb shows how He values all human life from that moment. His beginning there hallows our beginning there. Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb, Executive Director, Lutherans For Life A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Forms to fill out for you to continue receiving the Lutheran Witness can be found on the Ushers table or you can contact pastor Watt.
Vial of Life forms available at the usher's desk. Please take as many copies as you would like. More will be available at the history case in the Narthex. Pastor Watt can also fill out an typed copy for easier reading. He would be glad to help anyone fill out the forms. Stickers for the frige and the front door are on the way.
Lutheranism on the Radio: Listen to Issues Etc. This Week. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. Today’s topic is “Judgment Day” Dr. Louis Brighton, Professor Emeritus of New Testament Concordia Seminary-St. Louis, MO
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’SToday: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—No Adult Bible Class
Monday: Christmas Eve
7:30pm—Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Tuesday: Christmas Day
9:30am—Festival of the Nativity of Our Lord w/ Holy Communion
Wednesday: No Junior Confirmation
Sunday: 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—No Adult Bible Class
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYERMaynard Hahn—Cancer
Pastor Goldhammer—Cancer
Flo Bader—Hospice
Delores Callies—Special
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St. John’s Lutheran Church
2007 Holiday Worship Service Schedule
December 19, 10am
Good Samaritan with Holy Communion
December 19, 7:30pm
Advent Service
(Dinner by Alter Guild 6-7pm)
December 20, 2:30pm
Sunrise Terrace with Holy Communion
December 23, 9:30am
Sunday Morning Worship
December 24, 7:30pm
Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
December 25, 9:30am
Christmas Day with Holy Communion
December 31, 9:30am
Service of Readings and Hymns
No Services New Years Eve or Day
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Announcements for December 9, 2007
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers: Curt Hueners, Max Schwader, Robbie Beyer
Elder: Gary Hueners
Greeters: John and Joyce Haak
Acolyte: Evan Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
No Hymn of Praise, “Glory to God”: We will not sing “Glory to God” during Advent in anticipation of singing the song of angels on Christmas Day.
Pastor Watt on Main Street Living: Look for Pastor Watt to preach on KDLT TV (5) at 10am or KAUN-PAX-TV at 11am, Sunday December 16, 2007.
Life Quote: “I believe we must use all of our abilities to be a voice for those who have none. I believe that each life has hope, meaning, and purpose. Each life is designed by God. Scripture reminds us of God’s love, ‘For I have redeemed you’ (Isaiah 43:1); ‘I have called you by name’ (Isaiah 43:1 ESV); ‘You were bought with a price’ (1 Corinthians 6:20 ESV). These words are true not just for those who were formed ‘normal’ on the outside but are words for all of God’s creation.” Roberta Bandy, preschool teacher, mother, and author. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship Romans 15:4-13: “Ready-Set-Come!” Who are God’s watchful and wise stewards? They are people of hope who, while waiting for our Lord’s return, live in harmony with one another and practice hospitality and other Christian acts of kindness.
Issues Etc. This Week. 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM. “Worldviews” Ken Samples, Senior Research Scholar Reasons to Believe. Listen to Lutheran Theology on the radio.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School Program Rehearsal
10:30am—and Adult Bible Class (Church Basement)
5:00pm—Family Night—Christmas Caroling
Wednesday 1:45pm—Junior Confirmation
7:30pm—Advent Service
Next Sunday: 10:30am—Children’s Christmas Program
11:30am—Congregational Christmas Potluck Fellowship
Family Night Tonight will be Christmas Caroling. December 9th, 5pm. Look for the signup on the bulletin board. Please Submit names for caroling stops to Pastor.
The Sunday School Children will lead us in worship next Sunday, December 16th at 10:30am.
There will be no Sunday School or Adult Bible class. Please join us for a potluck dinner immediately following the service.
December is Meals on Wheels for St. John's volunteers needed please contact Mavis Christensen!
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Cancer: Maynard Hahn, Pr. Goldhammer
Hospice: Flo Bader
Special: Miciah’s Unnamed Friend, Omaha Shooting, Delores Callies
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WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers : Curt Hueners, Max Schwader, Robbie Beyer
Elder:Gary Hueners
Greeters: Rob and Stacy Eggert
Acolyte: Evan Schwader
ANNOUNCEMENTS
We will NOT be singing the “Glory to God” during Advent.
Issues Etc. Miscarriage, Coming Out of Homosexuality, Pat Robertson's Endorsement of Rudolph Giuliani, the End Times, Hell, Christians in the Public Square, Outreach to the Blind, Closed Communion, the Lutheran Reformation. These are just some of the topics that you can hear on-demand at www.issuesetc.org. Click "listen on-line." Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show produced by the LCMS and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. Tune in on-line this week! Issues Etc. is also on local radio every Sunday 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM.
Good Samaritan Bazaar is today from 11am to 1pm. Join in the fun and fellowship. Everyone is invited!
If you want to continue receiving the Lutheran Witness please contact pastor.
Tom Rentschler benefit, kidney transplant fundraiser, German Sausage Supper, VFW club, Madison, SD Dec.8th, 6pm-7:30pm Tickets at door or Thrivent Financial Office. Supporting funds provided by the Lake County Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is having a Holiday Open House at their local Madison Office at 1527 NW 2nd St. Hours will be from 10AM to 4PM on Dec. 7th. Refreshments served and gifts will be provided. All Are Welcome!
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Sunday School Program Rehearsal and Adult Bible Class
Monday: 6:15pm—Evening Guild
Tuesday: 6:30pm—EMT Class
Wednesday: 1:45pm—Afternoon LWML
3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
7:30pm—Advent Service
Thursday: 6:30pm—EMT Class
Saturday: 8:00am—EMT Practical Exam
Sunday: 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School Program Rehearsal and Adult Bible Class
5:00pm—Family Night, Caroling
December is our month for
Meals on Wheels, call Mavis Christiansen to volunteer.
Reminder: Advent services start this week December 5th at 7:30pm. Please join us as we prepare for Our Savior’s birth in Word and Song.
Family Night December 9th, Christmas Caroling. 5pm. Church parking lot, please check the signup sheet on the bulletin board.
There’s still time to submit names for caroling stops to pastor Watt.
The Sunday School Christmas Program is Coming Soon! December 16th at 10:30am. A pot luck dinner will follow. Please come and enjoy fellowship with us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior.
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Miner County Ambulance Service, especially those taking the EMT-B test this coming Saturday
Maynard Hahn—Cancer
Pastor Goldhammer—Cancer
Pastor Botsford—Released
Flo Bader—Hospice
Delores Callies—Hospitalized Joshlyn Rea—Born to Chris and Rachel (Zobel) Freier
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WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers : Tom Hueners, Barry Callies, Skyler Hoyer, Edwin Meyer
Elder:Gary Hueners
Greeters: Joe and Donna Bechen
Acolyte: Lindsy Ginzlinger
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Life Quote: “Adoption can be a beautiful solution for a child who needs a stable, loving home; for birthparents who want the best for their child which they are not able to provide; and for adopting parents who are ready in every way to parent but are unable to give birth to a child. It is true that God can take what seems like the worst of all circumstances and turn them into the best. A healthy adoption is a shining example of this miracle!” Janette Clausen, LBSW, Director of Pregnancy Counseling and Adoptions, Lutheran Family Service of Iowa. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
Stewardship in Colossians 1:13-20: The Epistle reading for the last Sunday in the church year reminds us that God in Christ rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into His kingdom of light so we might use all of life and life’s resources in service to Him and our neighbor.
Lutheran Radio? Yes: Join host Pastor Todd Wilken at 12:20pm, on Radio Station KLOH 1050AM as he discusses “The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit” Dr. Carl Fickenscher, Associate Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Missions, Concordia Theological Seminary-Fort Wayne, IN
St. John’s Web site has current information posted on it. Go there to get the most current church calendar, the latest newsletter, minutes from meetings, read and listen to Pastor Watt’s sermons, and much more.
Please let pastor Watt know if you wish to continue receiving the
Lutheran Witness.Vial of Life forms are available at the usher's desk. Please take as many copies as you would like. More will be available at the history case in the Narthex. Pastor Watt can also fill out a typed copy for easier reading. He would be glad to help anyone fill out the forms. Stickers for the frige and the front door are on the way.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today: 9:30am—Worship
10:30am—Sunday School Program Rehearsal and Adult Bible Class
Monday: 7:00pm—Youth Education Summit, Zion Lutheran, Mitchell, SD
7:30pm—Madison Mastersingers Rehearsal
Tuesday: 6:30pm—EMT Class
Wednesday: 3:45pm—Junior Confirmation
Thursday: 6:30pm—EMT Class
Sunday: 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School Program Rehearsal and Adult Bible Class
Hometown Holiday Parade: Ideas and volunteers are needed to put a float together for the Hometown Holidays Parade on November 30. If anyone is interested in helping to put a float together for the parade, please contact pastor or Karen Hueners.
Reminder: Advent services start December 5th at 7:30pm. Please join us as we prepare for Our Savior’s birth in Word and Song.
Family Night December 9th, Christmas Caroling. 5pm. Church parking lot, please check the signup sheet on the bulletin board. There’s still time to submit names for caroling stops to pastor Watt.
The Sunday School Christmas Program is Coming Soon! December 16th at 10:30am. A pot luck dinner will follow. Please come and enjoy fellowship with us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior.
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Maynard Hahn, Cancer;
Pastor Goldhammer, Cancer;
Flo Bader, Hospice;
Pastor Botsford, Critical Care;
Mariam Benson, Home improving;
Delores Callies, strength as she waits on the Lord’s timing for her death.
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Announcements for November 18, 2007
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Thanks! The German Sausage Dinner Committee thanks each and everyone of our members who helped in anyway to make our 2nd Annual sausage dinner a success. If you donated a salad, or a dessert, sold tickets, worked and or came to eat you helped and the committee does appreciate it, and says a BIG thank you to all of you. The $1200 raised goes towards our churches mission commitment.
A benefit for Tom Rentschler, who needs a kidney transplant, is planned for December 8, 2007. A German sausage supper will held at the VFW -Madison,SD.Serving is from 6:00-7:30pm. Tickets are $8:00 in advance and $10:00 at the door. Children age 4-11 are $4:00,under 4 yrs are free. A raffle, live and silent auction will be going on at this time as well. Please contact Charlene Schmit for tickets 772-4824.
Pastor Watt on Main Street Living: Look for Pastor Watt to preach on KDLT TV (5) at 10am or KAUN-PAX-TV at 11am, Sunday December 16, 2007.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School Program Rehearsal
10:30am—and Adult Bible Class (Church Basement)
Monday 7:00pm—Madison Master Singers Rehearsal (Madison)
Tuesday NO EMT Class
Wednesday No Junior Confirmation—Thanksgiving Break
10:00am—Worship Service, Good Samaritan w/ Holy Communion
Thursday Thanksgiving Day
9:30am—Thanksgiving Service
Friday 6:00pm—EMT Class
Saturday 8:00am—EMT Class (all day)
Sunday 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
Family Night in December will be Christmas Caroling. December 9th, 5pm. Look for the signup on the bulletin board. Please Submit names for caroling stops to Pastor.
Please talk to Karen Hueners if you wish to work on the float for Home Town Holidays.
The Sunday School Children will lead us in worship on December 16th at 10:30am. There will be no Sunday School or Adult Bible class. Please join us for a potluck dinner immediately following the service.
GOD’S PEOPLE AT PRAYER
Serving the USA: Chad Genzlinger, Jennings Kuhle, Trevor Gluhm, Tyler May, Luke Watt
Cancer: Maynard Hahn, Pastor Goldhammer
Hospice: Flo Bader
Failing Health: Delores Callies
Surgery: Curt Hueners, Kristi Bartschers, Deb Dalton, Jim Rentschler, Kami Esser
Hospitalized: Miriam Benson, Pastor Botsford
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Announcements for 11-11-2007
WORSHIP THIS WEEK
Ushers: Tom Hueners, Barry Callies, Skyler Hoyer, Edwin Meyer Elder: Gary Hueners
Greeters: Joe and Donna Bechen Acolyte: Lindsy Ginslinger
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Stewardship Thought from 2 Thessalonians 2:1-8, 13-17: As we live out our lives as God’s stewards we are reminded that our Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus Christ love us and strengthen and encourage us for every good deed and word. What we do as God’s stewards really does make a difference!
Quote about Life: “So whether you are part of a biological, adoptive, or blended family, care for each other as Christ cares for you. Through His death on the cross you have become part of God’s family and have been given equal status with Christ as the Father’s adopted children (Ephesians 1:4-6).” Diane E. Schroeder, President, Lutherans For Life. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life / www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
There will be a Lutherans for Life Meeting Nov 15, 7pm at Peace Lutheran Church, Brookings, SD. $3590 was raised for the Alpha Center by the Bike for Life Fundraiser! Questions call: Les Hoffman 692-2072 or Cindy Buchholtz 693-3756
What about Eternal Punishment? Listen to a discussion on this topic with host Pastor Todd Wilken with guest Dr. Peter Scaer, Assistant Professor of New Testament Concordia Theological Seminary-Fort Wayne, IN 12:20pm on KLOH 1050AM.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S
Today 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
11:30am—2nd Annual Sausage Supper
5:00pm—In Home Bible Study (Clint Hoyer)
Monday 7:00pm—Madison Master Singers Rehearsal (Madison)
Tuesday 11:30am—Circuit Pastor’s Conference (St. John’s Howard)
6:30pm—EMT Class
Wednesday 1:45pm—Junior Confirmation
Thursday 2:30pm—Worship at Sunrise Terrace w/ Holy Communion
6:30pm—EMT Class
Friday 2:00pm—Pastor in Sioux Falls, Taping for Main Street Living
Sunday 9:30am—Worship w/ Holy Communion
10:30am—Sunday School Adult Bible Class
Family Night in December will be Christmas Caroling. Please Submit names for caroling visits to Pastor.
Thanks to all who helped make family night a wonderful event. Board of Education