St. John's Lutheran Church and School
The Mission
The Journal of St. John's Reaching Farther
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Sunday Worship Service
8:00 & 10:45 a.m.
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Fourth Sunday in Lent
Sunday, March 31, 2019
"ReFocus...on Working From Rest, not Resting From Work"
(Sermon Series, week 4 of 6)
Pastor Ben Roberts
Old Testament: Genesis 1:26-2:3
Epistle: Hebrews 4:1-10
Holy Gospel: Luke 10:38-42
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Sunday Lenten Sermon Series
"Refocus"
Sundays, March 10 - April 14
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Distracted?
Focusing on other things?
Not focusing on…Jesus?
In this Lenten series, “ReFocus”, we are looking at those things in our lives that currently take our eyes off Jesus and threaten our relationship with Him and with others. We’ll examine everything from our obsession with smart phones to our “age of outrage”, from our busyness to our sense of entitlement. When our focus is so much on these things, we can easily lose focus on the One who matters most: our Lord Jesus Christ. We’ll also see what God’s Word says about these things and how Jesus should be the ultimate One we “focus” on and the mercy and grace He shows. This Lent, come and “refocus” on Jesus and His eternal love for you in the midst of so many things that distract.
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- 4/7: ReFocus…on Serving Others, not Expecting Rewards
- 4/14 (Palm Sunday): ReFocus…on the Interest Of Others, not Only Your Own
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Midweek Lenten Worship Series
"Sermon on the Mount"
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
March 13 - April 10
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Our Midweek series for Lent takes you through some of the most familiar teachings of Jesus from His Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7 and relates them to the events surrounding Christ’s life, death and resurrection. In the process, they will powerfully reveal that the cross itself is the ultimate sermon on the mount for our journey of faith in this sacred season.
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- 4/3: Judge Not (Matthew 7:1-5)
- 4/10: Build on the Rock (Matthew 7:24-27)
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Lenten Suppers
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m.
School Gymnasium
Free-will Offering
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Wednesday, April 3
Taco Bar
Hosted by the Board of Caring Ministries
Wednesday, April 10
Baked Potato Bar
National Youth Gathering Youth & Mayor Small Group
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2019 St. John's Lenten Devotional
"7 Days...One Week That Changed the World"
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The 2019 Lenten Devotional is ready! Paper copies can be picked up in the Church Narthex. You are welcome to download a PDF version by clicking the button below, or click
here to view the daily devotion on our website.
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Palm Sunday, April 14
(Distribution of Individual Palms)
8:00 a.m. - Worship Service
10:45 a.m. - Worship Service
We will begin our Palm Sunday services with a processional outside near the main School Entrance off of Park Rd. If we have inclement weather, we will gather in the Gymnasium for the procession.
Maundy Thursday, April 18
12:00 p.m. - Worship w/Holy Communion
7:00 p.m. - Worship w/Holy Communion
Good Friday, April 19
12:00 p.m. - Worship Service
7:00 p.m. - Tenebrae Service
Easter Sunday, April 21
8:00 a.m. - Festival Service w/Holy Communion
10:45 a.m. - Festival Service w/Holy Communion
The Church Office will be closed
Good Friday, April 19 and Easter Monday, April 22, 2019
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Easter Breakfast
Sunday, April 21 at 9:00 a.m.
School Gymnasium
Plans are underway for our annual Easter Breakfast. A sign-up board is located the Church Narthex. Items needed include coffee cakes, breakfast breads, fruit trays, egg casseroles, etc. We will also need many hands to make this event run smoothly. Please consider signing up to help, and plan to bring your family and friends for a time of good food and fellowship. Please contact Nancy Mayor
nancy.mayor@gmail.com if you have any questions. Thank you in advance!
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Easter Lily Sales
St. John's Altar Guild
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Throughout Lent, as Easter approaches, we remember Jesus’ sacrifice for us on Good Friday and His resurrection on Easter that we may have eternal life with Him. On Easter Sunday, Easter Lilies are placed on the Altar in celebration of our Savior’s resurrection. Please consider purchasing an Easter Lily to beautify the Sanctuary on Easter Sunday and in thanksgiving for the gift of eternal life. A member of the Altar Guild will be in the Narthex taking orders for lilies after each Sunday service on March 31, April 7 and April 14. The price per lily is $14.00. Easter Lilies may be taken after the Easter services.
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Want to know more about the faith and practice of St. John’s?
Get connected! St. John’s offers a free, online 12 session course in Christianity called
“God Connects” from Lutheran Hour Ministries. This course has short videos, discussion guides and opportunities for online questions and comments for Pastor Ben to answer and respond. Because it is online, you can go at your own pace and finish whenever you want!
To access this course, either sign-up on your Greeting Card or at the St. John’s Connection Center. Take this opportunity to get connected with God and His Son, Jesus!
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Note:
Those who are new to the faith and practice of St. John’s and the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, are required to complete this course before attending St. John’s CONNECT Class for joining the community of St. John’s.)
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St. John’s next “CONNECT” Class, where you can find out all about joining the community of St. John’s, is coming on SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019! More details coming soon; contact the Church Office at (708) 354-1690 or
churchoffice@sjlagrange.com
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Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study
"ReFocus"
Sunday, March 31 at 9:25 a.m.
Heritage Room
Leader: Pastor Ben Roberts
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Sunday Morning Parenting Bible Study
Sunday, March 31 at 9:25 a.m.
Noah Ark's Nursery Classroom
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Our Christ-Centered Parenting Bible study will meet this Sunday at 9:30 a.m. We currently studying "Gospel Conversations on Complex Cultural Issues".
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Sunday School Explosion!
Sunday, March 31 at 9:30 a.m.
Second Floor, Music/Choir Room
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Our water bottle volcano last week was fun to make and watch. The volcano celebrates the explosive spread of the news about Jesus and His salvation in Rwanda, our Samaritan's Purse Mission Project - just $14 more to reach our goal! This Sunday we'll double the recipe and make a bigger volcano - don't miss it!
MORE SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS!
We will be filling Easter eggs to distribute to our neighborhood on April 7. There are dozens of eggs to fill, so we will need lots of help - please join us! Don't miss St. John's Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday, April 21, during the Education Hour at 9:30 a.m.
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St. John's Lutheran Church and School
Vacation Bible School 2019
Save the Date!
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Miraculous Mission: Jesus Saves the World!
Monday, July 29 through Friday, August 2, 2019
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m
More information coming soon!
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Tuesday Women's Bible Study
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Heritage Room
We begin reading a new book on April 2, 2019. It is "Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of God" by Max Lucado. We meet at 10:30 a.m. and would love to have you join us. If you have questions, please contact Lynn Kahl at (312) 890-0020 or email,
lynnkahl50@gmail.com
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Early Risers Bible Study
Thursdays at 6:15 a.m.
Heritage Room
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Men's Weekly Bible Study
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
Heritage Room
We are continuing our study of the Gospel of Luke, following Warren Wiersbe's "Be Courageous: Take Heart from Christ's Example." If you have any questions, please contact Jon Fredrickson at
jon_fredrickson@yahoo.com
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SHARE
...with Your Service
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Candy Donations Needed
Board of Evangelism
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An Egg-citing activity is rolling out that will involve our Church, School and neighbors. Individually wrapped candy donations are needed to fill 2,400 plastic eggs and will be greatly appreciated. Please drop off bags of candy in the Church Narthex or in the School Office between now and March 31, 2019. Thank you!
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Interfaith Community Partners
Thank You Dedicated Volunteers
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Thank you to the dedicated volunteers who so generously give their time and talent to drive the clients of Interfaith Community Partners to their medical appointments, and life-enhancing errands such as the grocery store, hairdresser, bank, and church services. If you are interested in giving back to the community by becoming a volunteer driver, please call the ICP office at (708) 354-9328 and request a volunteer application. An hour of your time can make a world of difference to an older adult.
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Food Pantry Item for the Month of April:
Baby Diapers
Donations can be dropped off in the Church Narthex near the Connection Center.
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2019 St. John's Plant Sale
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Friday, May 10 from 10 :00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Spring is around the corner and it's time to think about St. John's Plant sale! Click
here to view the order form. Preorders do not have to be paid in advance; payment at pick-up is fine. Completed forms can be placed in the "Plant Sale" boxes located the Church Narthex and School Office.
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Whether you are starting your Spring shopping, or updating your wardrobe for the season, don't forget to order your TRIP cards! There are many choices for your shopping needs...click the TRIP logo above to learn more!
We will be placing TRIP orders on this upcoming date:
April 1
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Weekly Report from Board of Finance
Weekly Statistics on Congregational Giving to St. John's Lutheran Church & School
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Anyone wishing further information on Congregational giving or the Church’s overall financial situation is invited to contact either Bob Roth, Chair, Board of Finance, or Jeff Baker, Congregational Treasurer, through the Church office,
churchoffice@sjlagrange.com
or (708) 354-1690 x210
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Weekly Worship Attendance
Sunday, March 24 = 200
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GIFT APPEAL UPDATE
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The GIFT appeal is for $120,000 over and above regular contributions to close our projected budget deficit by March of 2019. From November 25, 2018 through March 24, 2019:
$76,333
. Look for weekly updates in the Mission.
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Seniors Lunch 'N More
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Seminar and a Snack Series
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SENIOR LUNCH N’ MORE: Hope Lutheran Church at 6455 Joliet Rd. in Countryside and Aging Care Connections is hosting a Senior Luncheon for a suggested donation of $2.50 on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. There will be an 11:15 a.m. Bible Study Opportunity and lunch served at 12 Noon. Come and join us for Lunch, Fellowship and Entertainment by Jake Pallisard. Jake will perform popular music of the 50's thru the 70's on his guitar. A nutritious lunch (See
flyer
for menu) will be provided by Salerno’s Pizzeria and Sports Bar. Seating is limited! *Reservations are required and are being taken starting March 25 through 12 pm on Tuesday, April 16. Please call (708) 354-1323 and indicate that you are reserving a space at Hope Lutheran Church
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SEMINAR AND A SNACK SERIES: Treasure, Trade or Trash! Learn how to take back control of your home through helpful insight on how you can sort through many years of accumulation to eliminate clutter for good! Join us on Thursday, April 11 from 10:00 to 11:15 a.m. at Aging Care Connections, 111 W. Harris Ave., La Grange, IL 60525. The cost is FREE! RSVP required, please contact Jasmine Horton at (708) 603-2337.
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Sunday Worship Schedule
Worship Service 8:00 a.m.
Education 9:25 - 10:25 a.m.
Worship Service 10:45 a.m.
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Church Office
Office: (708) 354-1690 x210
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