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Pastor Donald L. Luhring and
Pastor Joshua W. Schmidt
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WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
May 13, 2012
HOLY COMMUNION...
is celebrated this weekend in the Bridge service with individual cups.
ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers are given by Wilberta Iler and family in loving memory of Ralph Iler, Jr. The flowers on the piano are given by Megan and Jared Jacques in loving memory of Zachary Jacques.
HOLY COMMUNION
Here at St. John Lutheran Church, we believe, teach and confess that the bread and wine we eat and drink at Holy Communion is the true body and blood of our Lord Jesus. Jesus is truly present in this meal giving us the benefits He won for us on the cross: forgiveness of sins, life and salvation. Holy Communion is also a meal that expresses unity in faith and belief among those who partake in it. Because of this, and because those who eat and drink unworthily do so to their great harm, we ask those of you with us who are guests and visitors to this church to please speak to one of the pastors or elders before communing. Thank you and may God bless you in worship today!
"CARING MOMENTS”...
is a special service just for you today! Are you hurting in some way and want to speak to someone who would like to help and listen to your concerns and special prayer requests? Tell an usher that you want to speak to someone or look for a Stephen Minister who is wearing their nametag and is there to listen to you. We pray this ministry will be of help. From Your Stephen Ministry Team
SUNDAY MORNING BROADCAST
In Honor of Dolores Retcher’s 89th Birthday, the family of Dolores gave a monetary gift to the Radio Broadcast Ministry.
CHICKEN BBQ ON SUNDAY, MAY 20TH FROM 10:30-1:00PM
The Trustees will be barbequing chicken on Sunday, May 20th. The menu will include: Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Roll and a variety of desserts and a drink. A free will offering will be taken. The profits from the meal will go to help pay for two new pumps that need replaced. The repair will cost around $3,000.
STEPHEN MINISTRY
When the Crisis Never Ends Many people face a tough time every day of their lives. Whether they are caring for a sick family member, going through a long period of unemployment, or experiencing incurable pain, they and their families may benefit from the support and care of a Stephen Minister. Our congregation is committed to providing care to those who need it. To find out more, talk with a Stephen Leader: Pastor Luhring, Pastor Schmidt, Penny Mueller, Faith Smith, Rita Bergman, Sheryl Frederick, Dr. Jeff Pruitt and Sandy Joost when you call St. John at 419-782-5766.
REAKING FREE: THE JOURNEY, THE STORIES by Beth Moore...
is the women’s Bible study for Sisters in Christ: A Women Supporting Women Bible Study. In this DVD series, Beth leads women to discover the transforming power of freedom in Jesus Christ and to identify personal obstacles in their lives. Our group meets on the second Monday evening of each month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Our next meeting is Monday, May 14, and we invite you to come for this very interesting study. Please join us in Penny Mueller’s home at 3117 Sandlewood Drive. At 6:00 we share a meal of pizza and salad provided each time. If you prefer, you may come at 7:00 for the Bible study only. We would love to see new faces. Feel free to call Penny Mueller (419-784-3299) or Judy Detter (419-393-2054) for more information.
NEW STORM WINDOWS AND WINDOW TRIM PAINTING FOR THE CHURCH CAMPAIGN
The Trustees are received quotes for new storm windows and for painting around the trim for $22,000.00. The remaining God's House fund will be applied to this project. So the remaining balance needed to do this project would be $15,000.00. Special envelopes are in the pews for this project or use your own envelope and write on the envelope your name, envelope number and the word "storm windows". Thank you for your help.
IRON MEN’S STUDY
This Bible study takes place on Friday mornings 6:30a.m.-7:30a.m. in the school lunch room with Pastor Luhring. Through the years Revelation has come to be seen as a scary book filled with confusing and even terrifying things. Join us as we talk about that scary stuff and learn that God gave us Revelation to reassure us - not terrify us. The study guide is by Lutheran Hour speaker, Ken Klaus. All men are invited to attend this Bible study.
YOUTH GARAGE SALE
Clean out the attic and clean out the garage! Please support the youth of St. John with your good, clean saleable items! Please bring your items to the gym starting Monday, June 11. We will accept items until Thursday at noon. Thank you! Please help make our garage sale a huge success! The sale will be held on Friday, June 15, from 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. and Saturday, June16, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00p.m.
FLOWER SALES AND PICKUP
The youth group has finished selling its flowers for the spring and is thankful for all of your support. If you have purchased flowers from any youth in the congregation, you will be able to pick them up on Mother’s Day, May 13, in the parking lot across the street from St. John between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
ALTAR GUILD
Altar Guild will meet Tuesday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m. We welcome anyone interested in helping keep the altar area looking good to join us. Duties are light and meetings are few. Just come to a meeting, talk to the church office or contact Lydia Johnston at (419)395-1504 or by email at johnston-sjl@defnet.com
NOTICE FROM OUR CHURCH TREASURER
"As we enter the critical portion of our budget year, we again are struggling due to pledges for the year coming in below expectation. While we have completed a substantial church renovation project in a very short period of time in a debt-free manner, we also forget that the church is more than the building, it takes a staff to perform the ministry, lights and heat to provide a welcoming setting, and supplies to keep it operational. Due to this shortfall, we have bills accumulating that we typically have paid and are behind with others. We prayerfully encourage your financial support to guide us through the remainder of this fiscal year ending June 30, as we actively plan for the upcoming year."
TIGER’S DEN TODDLER PROGRAM
The Tigers’ Den will be expanding as it moves to provide childcare for toddlers (18 to 36 months). Plans are currently being finalized so that the facility will be open within the next few months. If you are interested in this service, or know someone who may be, please contact the Tigers’ Den at 419-782-1751.
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ST. JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL?
St. John students, families and teachers traveled to Fort Wayne for a school field trip on Wednesday, May 9, and enjoyed a Tin Caps baseball game. Free tickets were received by 88 students (Kindergarten - grade 8) because of the completion of reading goals in the Tin Caps Reading Program that was conducted during March and April.
SIMPLY GIVE- DONATE TO YOUR LOCAL FOOD PANTRY
It’s not too late. You have until May 19, 2012, to purchase the donation cards for our food pantry here at St. John. At the end of the program, the donation cards will be converted into Meijer gift cards and given to our food pantry. This year, the Meijer family will make an additional donation matching dollar for dollars our pantry’s donations. Thank you to all the persons who have donated thus far.
THE LUTHERAN WITNESS
The deadline for additions and renewals is May 15. Please contact the Church Office if you are interested in receiving this magazine. The cost of the subscription is $15.60 per year. Checks should be made payable to the Church.
RECENT REPAIR
Northwest Custom Mechanical was called to diagnose and repair the Fellowship Room’s heating and air conditioning unit. The bill came to $504.37. Thanks to a congregation member who came forward to help, the balance is now $454.37. If anyone would like to help with this repair, please call or stop by the church office. The Trustees utilize all their knowledge and expertise on repairing and maintaining the building, however, sometimes we have to call in outside sources to repair the problem. Thank you for your help.
CLICKERS NEEDED
We will be making up the clicker schedule for June-December. A requirement is that you are dependable and have a good attention span during all parts of our worship service. If you are interested in serving as a clicker, please contact the church office at 419.782.5766 by May 15. Thank you.
CONGREGATION MEETING
A congregational meeting will be held Monday, May 21, at 6:30 p.m. in the lunch room. Please make the necessary arrangements to attend this meeting as the budget for 2012-2013 will be voted on.
May 5 & May 6
Service |
Attendance |
|---|---|
6.30p.m. |
69 |
8:00a.m.
|
79 |
9:30a.m. |
146 |
11:00a.m. |
241 |
11:00a.m.-The Bridge |
67 |
TOTAL |
612 |
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