St. John's Lutheran Church and School
The Mission
The Journal of St. John's Reaching Farther
Week of September 1, 2019
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Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost
Sunday, September 1, 2019
8:00 & 10:45 a.m.
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"Jonah: Anger Management"
Preacher: Rev. Mark Stapleton
Worship Leader: Rev. Ben Roberts
Old Testament Reading: Jonah 4:2-9a
Epistle: Romans 11:25-36
Holy Gospel: Mark 2:13-17
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Jonah: Anger Management
(August 3rd / 4th to September 1st)
As we conclude our series, “Jonah: When God Wants Your Attention”, Nineveh has repented, God has not destroyed them… and Jonah is angry. Jonah does not want God to show his enemies grace. This may be a problem for us, too. Is there an “enemy” for whom you do not want God’s grace to be given? We need to remember: God’s grace not only forgives us, it calls us to forgive others.
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New Sermon Series Begins on September 8th
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Enough: God’s Grace For You When You Aren’t
Humanity’s pursuit of righteousness…of “enoughness”…has taken a turn. Rather than seeking it “at church”, they seek it out in their everyday lives of work, love, parenting, leisure and politics. But just like any other religion of “do this and that will be enough”, we discover a trail of frustrations, failures and exhaustion…because we
aren’t enough. But God is. And His grace to us in Jesus is more than enough to say “Enough!” to our endless climbing of ladders that we’ll never reach the top of. In this 7 week series, we’ll explore some of those areas of our lives where we end up feeling like we are never enough. Instead, the grace of Jesus makes us ENOUGH!
9/8/19: Enough…In Your Busyness
9/15: Enough…For The One You Love
9/22: Enough…As A Parent
9/29: Enough…On The Job
10/6: Enough…As You “Rest”
10/13: Enough…When Everything’s Politics
10/20: Enough…For Your “Transformation”
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It’s time once again for St. John’s Youth Confirmation! This time of instruction and spiritual growth is a one year, hybrid (online and in person) program for youth 7
th-12
th grade. If you want your youth to get confirmed in May 2020, contact Pastor Ben as soon as possible as
b.roberts@sjlagrange.com or
708-354-1690.
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Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study
"More than the Message"
Leader: Pastor Ben Roberts
Sunday, September 1, 9:30 a.m., Heritage Room
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High School Youth Bible Study
"Book of Daniel"
Leader: Pastor Mark Stapleton
Sunday, September 1, 9:30 a.m., Youth Room
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Sunday School at St. John's
Sunday, September 1, 2019 at 9:30 a.m.
Second Floor Music Room
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It's time to play Bible Jeopardy!
Our Jeopardy theme is GOD'S CREATION -
come and help St. John's Quiz Team score every point on the board.
See you there!
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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 beginning a study of the book of Genesis, following Warren Wiersbe’s “Be Basic: Believing the Simple Truth of God’s Word,” the first of three books he wrote on the topic. If you have any questions, please contact Jon Fredrickson at
jon_fredrickson@yahoo.com.
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Tuesday Women's Bible Study Coming in September:
The Tuesday Women's Bible Study will begin on September 10th at 10:30 AM in the Heritage Room. We will begin a new book titled
Sip, Savor and Drink Deeply,
which is a bible study for women written by Deb Burma. Copies of the book will be available at our first meeting. Bring your bibles and join us as we enjoy bible study, prayer, fellowship and refreshments together. For more information please contact Lynn Kahl at lynnkahl50@gmail.com or 312-890-0020.
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THANK YOU - SUMMER SPECIAL MUSIC:
a very special thank you to all of the singers and instrumentalists that provided our Summer Special Music these last three months. Amazing talent to Worship Together and Glorify God. “Share Your Talent” is an ongoing Special Music Program at St. John’s. If you did not have an opportunity to get involved this past summer, please contact David Lincoln at 708-354-1690 (ext. 222), or by e-mail:
d.lincoln@sjlangrange.com
May 26:
Grace Roberts, piano
June 9:
Family Choir and Senior Choir; Dana Shinneman, accompanist
June 16:
Dalyne Shinneman, organ
June 23:
Christina Lass Moore, flute
July 7:
John Ranos, vocal
July 14:
Dalyne Shinneman, organ
July 21:
Dalyne Shinneman, clarinet; Kristen Stapleton, vocal;
Dana Shinneman, accompanist
July 28:
Karen Ciango and Beth Zeiter, vocal
August 3:
Caroline Strubbe and Melanie Strubbe, vocal
August 4:
Rebecca Hemminger, vocal
August 11:
Patrick King, trumpet; Grace Roberts, piano
August 17:
LJ Hanyzewski, Grace Roberts, and Rachel Wykert, vocal
August 18:
Marnie Smith, Liz Willig, and Beth Zeiter, vocal
August 25:
Kristen Stapleton, vocal
September 1:
John Ranos, vocal
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St. John’s Concert Series – SAVE THE DATES!
Mark your calendar for the following two upcoming concert events:
- Acoustic Concert on Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 4:00 PM. Concert will feature Adam Roth on guitar, and Gerik Fon-Revutzky on bassoon. Music by Pujol, Albaugh, Bach, Ponce, and some modern popular tunes.
- Annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 8, 2019 at 6:30 PM
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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, sign-up on your Greeting Card located on your Worship bulletin. 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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PLI & D2MC Information Night
Wednesday, September 4th, 2019 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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Come and join Pastor Ben for an information night and Q & A.
The purpose of this meeting is:
- To discuss and clarify what PLI (Pastoral Leadership Institute) is, what purpose it serves, and how the focus of their current learning communities differ significantly from previous ones that pastors and their spouses have gone through;
- To inform and discuss what D2MC (Discipleship To Missional Community) is, why St. John’s currently has a “team” going through this learning community, and what impact it could have on the current and future ministry of St. John’s;
- To invite others to consider potentially committing to and joining St. John’s D2MC team at the next learning community here in Chicago on October 24-26.
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Griefshare Fall sessions to begins September 17th.
St. John’s is again offering GRIEFSHARE, a grief recovery program designed to help in the journey from mourning to joy. We will learn how to walk the journey of grief and be supported on the way to finding healing and hope.This informal group of caring individuals will make you feel welcomed, as we watch videos and share in discussion and prayer. All are welcome, and we hope St. John’s members will invite friends who aren’t our members as well. The program is Bible based and encouraging.
The sessions will begin held in the Heritage Room on Tuesdays, from 1:00 to 2:30. Workbooks will be available. Marnie Smith and Bev O”Connor are the facilitators, with Sharon Broz assisting.
Register through the church office or by calling or e-mailing Marnie at (630-440-6542) or E-mail:
marnie_rev@comcast.net
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Sunday Morning Parenting Bible Study
Sunday, September 15, 2019
Raising kids is tough…but God has a plan!
Feeling helpless when the world contradicts the godly principles you try to instill in your kids? Good news! God has a plan for effectively raising your kids and you can learn it
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The Hemmingers would like to invite all church families to the annual fall barbeque at their house! Save the date for September 21st at 3:00 p.m. Bring a side dish to share! This year they are asking all families to bring a donated item for the Women's Care Center in La Grange.
Please RSVP to Rebecca at 630-660-3602.
Please click on link for list of items:
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Ladies Fall Brunch: Live Free
Sunday, October 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
You are invited to a lovely afternoon with all your favorites: Girlfriends, Breakfast Buffet, and featured Speaker and Author, Kendra Smiley
Ticket Reservations will begin September 8th.
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SHARE
...with Your Service
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Mission Cafe Sunday Morning Coffee Hour hosts are needed! This is a great way to volunteer for a short period of time to enjoy fellowship and meet new people. It is not difficult... making the coffee is easy and you can provide breakfast pastries if you would like, but not necessary.
Please see attached link and consider hosting!
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3
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Grade Eagles in Action 2019
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3rd Grade is on a mission, with the help of God, to help hungry children and families in our community and the world. Throughout the school year, 3rd grade will purchase items using money collected from our chapel offerings in August and September to help the LaGrange Area Food Pantry. These items are non-food items like toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant, toilet paper. (There is also a collection bin located in the church narthex all year if you would like to donate items. The Food Pantry is always in need of cereal, pasta, and canned goods.) We will keep you posted on the items we purchase each month by the school office door. In addition, we will be packing meals at Feed My Starving Children later in September to help children in the world who are desperate for healthy food supplemented with vitamins, veggies, soy, rice, and prayers to help them grow. Thank you for helping us serve God with your offerings!
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Food Pantry Item for the Month of September: Shampoo
(Donations can be dropped off in the Church Narthex near the Connection Center.)
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The Crop Walk will be on October 27, 2019. We would like to have 20 people walking from Dt. John’s this year. Watch for more information coming in the future.
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MEMORIALS REPORT:
The Memorials and Gifts Committee has prepared the attached report for the Memorials Fund for Fiscal Year 2018-19. It identifies that $12,985 were donated in memory of 14 persons. For information, the Approved Project List is also attached. There were no designated non-memorial project gifts received in FY 18-19.
Please contact Committee member Harlan Hirt (354-3306) if there are questions.
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As you are getting ready for summer parties, bridal or baby showers, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, vacations or if you just plan on dining out or treating yourself, take time to evaluate your shopping needs and order your TRIP cards! If you are hosting an event, or attending an event start your shopping with TRIP cards. There are many choices to:
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Click on the TRIP logo above for more information!
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St. John's Lutheran School Extended Care Help & Donations
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Extended care is always looking for donations. Most commonly needed are Crayola markers, colored pencils, water colors, dry erase markers (especially colored ones), white paper, foam shapes, yarn, beads, & Clorox wipes. We also look for donations to update our play area like toys, games, and puzzles. Currently we are looking for play horses, Hotwheels tracks, and Imaginex figures.
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Weekly Worship Attendance
August 25, 2019 = 199
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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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