St. John's Lutheran Church and School
July 24 - 30, 2021
CONNECT...in WORSHIP
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
Saturday, July 24, 2021
"The 505" Contemporary Worship
Service at 5:05 PM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
Sunday, July 25, 2021
Traditional Worship
Service at 9:00 AM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
"Humble Glory: Loss is Gain"

As we begin our Olympics-themed series, “Humble Glory”, we start with the belief that “winning” is everything. So often, we think that “winning” as Christians involves padding our spiritual resume. The more we do, the more we pile on, the more we deserve a “gold medal” for our efforts. Paul sees it a different way. Even though his “resume” would put us to shame, he considers it all “loss”…and that’s a good thing! In place of all of his spiritual striving is Paul “gaining” Christ and His righteousness. Because this is a free gift from Jesus, we are truly “winners” because of what Jesus has done for us, not what we do for Jesus. 


Preaching: Senior Pastor Ben Roberts
Worship Leader: Associate Pastor Mark Stapleton

Old Testament Reading: Jeremiah 15: 15-21
Epistle: Philippians 3:1-11
Holy Gospel: Matthew 16:21-27
GROW...in SUNDAY MORNING EDUCATION
BIBLE CLASS IN THE HERITAGE ROOM
Please join us for Pastor Mark's Bible study on “The End Times”. This class will be held in the Heritage Room immediately following the 9:00 church service. Topics will include: What happens on Judgement Day? Do we believe in the rapture? Is there really going to be an Antichrist? What happens to me when I die? This will not be a “zoom” Bible class, everyone is welcome to get a cup of coffee and learn about the end times and Judgement Day.
Sunday School ~ 10:15 - 11:15 AM
We're following Christian's adventures 
in The Pilgrim's Progress!
The Pilgrim's Progress is an exciting story! Come to Sunday School and see if Christian reaches his destination. Treats will be served while we watch the movie. 
We'll have a VBS Sing-Along, too, so we'll be ready for Vacation Bible School on Monday. 
See you there! 
Sunday School in-person meets in the second floor Music Room from 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.  Lesson materials will also be sent by email to all Sunday School and Wednesday Bible School families. If you do not receive your package, contact Dalyne Shinneman at dalyne.shinneman@gmail.com or call 630.772.1688.
YOU CAN STILL REGISTER FOR
 ST. JOHN'S VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!

JOIN THE FUN!
 JULY 26 – JULY 30 
9:00 am to 11:30 am

Recommended for Ages 4 through 6th Grade
There is no fee to attend.
Note: If your Mission gets clipped in your email, please click your "view entire message" link to go on reading about opportunities at St. John's.
We have a lot going on this week.
CONNECT...through CHURCH NEWS!
Joe and Dawn Starr are leaving for Florida.
There will be a

"Thank You and Farewell"

during our Mission Cafe on July 25th.
We hope to see you on Sunday!
Job Openings at St. John's Lutheran School

St. John’s Lutheran School is seeking candidates immediately for the following positions:

~4th grade teacher
~7th grade teacher with Language Arts specialization

Interested candidates please send your resume to Teri Lyn Mannes at
t.mannes@stjohnslagrange.org
Summer Mission Cafe

Mission Cafe is back! Are you willing to help serve this summer? We will offer this fellowship time as often as we have volunteers this summer. Please click on the button below to review the available slots and to sign up. If you have questions please email churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org. Thank you!
Summer Church Office Hours
PLEASE NOTE: The Church Office will be open Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 3 PM. The Church Office Manager will be in on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 9 AM to 3 PM. If assistance is needed outside of these hours please leave a voicemail message at 708-354-1690 or email churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org.

GROW...in BIBLE STUDY AND SMALL GROUPS!
If you have any questions
about our youth group, please email: 
Nic Stolarczyk at nicstolarczyk@gmail.com
SERVE...through ST. JOHN'S MINISTRIES!
Summer greetings to all from your Board of Stewardship!

Question: When you hear the word 'Stewardship' does your mind jump to "Money?" Do you immediately think the church is going to ask you for more money?

Modern Theologian and Poet Rowan Williams offers this definition of "church" which can be interpreted as a sound basis for Stewardship:

"One of the simplest possible definitions of the church is to say that it is meant to be the place where Jesus is noticeably active in the world."

Being 'active' doesn't only mean giving of ourselves financially. It means viewing ourselves as leaders of SJLG Church & School and being active in the world around us...both inside our church and outside.

Check out what Rev. Tom Eggebrecht has to offer us on Stewardship in this 4 minute video, then ask yourself, "How am I applying my God-given gifts, talents, time, passions, relationships and connections to help lead our church toward great stewardship moments?"

Blessings to all for a safe and fun second half of your summer.
--Board of Stewardship
St John Lutheran Church
Blood Drive

Narthex
505 S Park Rd.
La Grange, IL 60525
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 

Click on the blood bag for more information.
St. John's Lutheran Church and School
Summer Dinner Series
Join us for dinner here at St. John's
or pick up a boxed dinner to go
between 5-6 PM.

Menu for July 28:
BBQ Pulled Pork, Mac and Cheese,
and Coleslaw with
Watermelon and Cheesecake for Dessert!
Our "St. John's Ministries" e-mail is sent out every Monday.
To view the current e-mail and obtain additional information about our wonderful in-reach and outreach events, such as:

MISSION CAFE SIGN UPS
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
AUGUST BLOOD DRIVE

click the button below.
CONNECT...with ST. JOHN'S SCHOOL!

Try the RaiseRight App!

Click on the TRIP logo for more information!
Use the RaiseRight App or your TRIP cards with many choices for your shopping needs. When buying clothing, home decor, yard and garden updates, or anything – start with TRIP cards. See the new attached article by clicking on the TRIP logo to see participating retailers and regular order dates.
 
·    July 26th, 2021 orders due by 7:45 am (VBS Week)
·    August 9th, 2021 orders due by 7:45 am  
DON"T FORGET!

St John's
Vacation Bible School

July 26 - July 30
GOLF OUTING:
  • July 26, 2021

SUMMER DINNER SERIES:
  • Wed., July 28
  • 5:00 - 6:00 PM

BLOOD DRIVE
  • August 11, 10AM-3PM
  • Narthex
Saturday Worship
505 Contemporary
Worship Service at 5:05 p.m.
(Click "here" for the song playlist)
 
Sunday Worship
Traditional Worship Service
at 9:00 a.m.

PLEASE NOTE: All Worship Services will be available on our Livestream YouTube Page shortly after they are Livestreamed.
Church Office
Office: (708) 354-1690 x210
St. John's Lutheran Church and School
505 S. Park Rd. La Grange, IL 60525