Join Us This Weekend!

Saturday - 4:30 PM

Sunday - 8:00 & 10:30 AM

Monday - 6:30 PM

BULLETIN SPONSOR

The bulletin sponsors for this weekend are Edwin and Beverly Rautmann in honor of their 63rd wedding anniversary!

ALTAR FLOWERS

The altar flowers this weekend are in memory of Jeff Meyer, given by the Meyer family.

PHOTOS WANTED

Please gather your photos with Mrs. Truttschel to help us celebrate her 18 years of teaching at SJL! Whether it was a class trip or fun times in the classroom, we would like to showcase her time as our first grade teacher and thank her for the many memories she has given our children and families. Please share your photos by sending them to sbm.begalke@sjlplymouth.com by the end of May. Thank you!

WAYS TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL - BOX TOPS

The program has gone electronic. Please download the ‘Box tops for Education’ app to your phone. Once the app is downloaded you will create an account and select the school’s name. From there, scan your receipt within 14 days of the purchase, and it will automatically add the items to the school. You can ALSO submit electronic receipts from grocery store pickup, for example. Forward your receipt within 14 days to receipts@boxtops4education.com. (You will need to have an account set up that is tied to your email.) For additional information on how to use the app and upload/scan receipts, please reference the website: https://www.boxtops4education.com.

WAYS TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL - COKE REWARDS

SJL earns 10 cents for every cap/code you enter in! This is on ANY and ALL Coke products. Codes are located on the outside of the box for cans and under the cap for any size bottle. You can use the below website to find the school and enter the codes online. It does require you to create a sign in, but that allows you to sign in and not have to search for the school every time (it should just recall your “recent” schools). This program is ending on June 30, 2023. All caps/codes may still be placed in the bins located in the entryway by church and by the office in school. https://us.coca-cola.com/give/

LOAD OUR SHELVES

Thank you SJL for supporting the Load Our Shelves project! In January, you collected 132 jars of peanut butter, in February, 150 boxes of cereal, in March 63 pancake mixes/syrup, and 121 jars of spaghetti sauce in April! The item being collected in May is baked beans. Keep up the great work!

ME AND MY GUY DANCE



SATURDAY, MAY 13 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | SJL GYMNASIUM

Young ladies are invited to the 8^th annual “Me and My Guy” Dance. Girls are welcome to attend with dads, grandpas, uncles, or cousins. This year, dress in your raddest ‘80s outfits! The dance is hosted by the American Heritage Girls and is held in the St. John Lutheran school gym. Music will be provided by Traveling T-Bird Productions from Oostburg. Photography will be provided by Irish Studios from Sheboygan. Light refreshments will be available in the school cafeteria. The cost is $10/family and is payable at the door. Any questions, please email Nancy Lefeber at nancylefeber@wi.rr.com.

FESTIVAL ASCENSION SERVICE



The celebration of Christ’s Ascension into heaven occurs every year on the fortieth day after Easter. This year, that day is Thursday, May 18^th and the service at St. John is at 6:30pm. As we’ve often done in the past years, we will celebrate with a festival service of song led both by the Adult Choir and the Gospel Light Chorus. Come celebrate this often forgotten but important event in the life of Jesus.

FUNDRAISERS FOR BRAD JENTSCH

THURSDAY, MAY 18, 4:00-7:00PM | PIZZA RANCH IN SHEBOYGAN

On May 18, 10% of the profits for orders will be donated to offset Brad’s medical expenses. Volunteers to help are needed. Please contact billiejo.jentsch@yahoo.com or 920-980-8549 to sign up. Stay tuned in the future for more fundraiser dates and information. Thank you! VIEW FLYER

BABY SHOWER FOR PASTOR THOMPSON FAMILY

WEEKEND OF MAY 20-22 | CARDS & GIFTS | CELEBRATE

The Board of Elders and the Fellowship Team are hosting a baby shower for Pastor & Mil Thompson. On this upcoming weekend, we invite you to bring a card or gift to help celebrate the new Thompson baby. We will vote and make our prediction -- Will the baby be a girl or a boy? Refreshments will be served on Sunday May 21st. Baby Registry: babylist.com/ameliathompson

WOMEN IN MISSION (LWML) ANNUAL POTLUCK

TUESDAY, MAY 23 | 6:00 PM | FELLOWSHIP HALL

The Women in Mission will enjoy their annual potluck on Tuesday, May 23 in the Fellowship Hall. The meal will begin around 6. We will have Pastor Thompson and Mil Thompson join us to share how their almost first year in Plymouth has gone – have there been any surprises, special encounters, etc. Following their time of sharing, we’ll update on LWML events and happenings. Remember your mite boxes. Any women of SJL are invited to join us as our guests to learn more about LWM and the Thompsons! Please connect with Vaunie Weaver at vauniew24@yahoo.com or 920-207-9241 if you are interested or have any questions!

FAREWELL AND GODSPEED TO BECKY TRUTTSCHEL

FIRST GRADE TEACHER FAREWELL PARTY | SUNDAY, JUNE 4 AT 9:00 AM | FELLOWSHIP HALL

We give thanks for the 18 years of faithful service Mrs. Truttschel has given to St. John Lutheran Church & School. She is a wonderful first grade teacher who has taught the love of Jesus to many children. Please join us between services on Sunday, June 4 in the fellowship hall for cupcakes and a celebration of her years of serving at SJL.

CONVERSATION + DEFENSE OF LIFE

THURSDAYS JUNE 1, 8, 15 | FELLOWSHIP HALL | 6:30-7:30 PM

Learn more about the Giver of Life and how we might defend life from the womb to tomb. Together, we’ll watch videos, read scripture, provide resources, and learn how to speak the truth with love and kindness. Feel free to attend one or all of these discussions. Vaunie Weaver: 920-207-9241.

SPECIAL NEEDS VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2023

SUNDAY, JUNE 11 – THURSDAY, JUNE 15 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm | SJL CAFETERIA

Our theme for this year, God’s Living Water: Covered in Jesus’ Grace. Each lesson focuses on biblical accounts that emphasize the Living Water, Jesus Christ. We will sing songs, do crafts, and have a good time. Pastor Meador will be our Guest Pastor. Please let us know if you are coming or if you have questions, by contacting Laurie Klemme at 920-893-0748 or 920-838-3881. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon!

CONGRATULATIONS & THANKSGIVING

The St. John Adult choir would like to recognize Fred Osius for his dedication to singing in the choir over these last sixty-six years. Fred has been a faithful member of the choir since a teenager, singing in the tenor section of the choir, and often leading it. It is difficult to imagine the choir without him! Join us in thanking him for his faithful service to the Lord and His church.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

This summer at Vacation Bible School, we’re covered in Jesus’ grace! Our theme for this year, God’s Living Water: Covered in Jesus’ Grace, is inspired by 1 Timothy 1:14, which says, “The grace of our Lord overflowed for me with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.” Each of the lessons focuses on biblical accounts that emphasize the Living Water, Jesus Christ. We will do crafts, sing songs, eat snacks, and play fun games! Join us July 24^th-27^th (9:00am-11:30am).

-Students: 3K-5th Grade (must be potty-trained – grade going into in the Fall) are invited to attend. Donation of $5 per child or $10 per family.

-Staff: Completed 6th-8th grade, in High School, College, and Adults. Staff typically helps guide and shepherd students from one station to another.

-Registration is open for all participants of VBS! Volunteers and students – sign-up now to reserve your spot: https://vbsmate.com/events/sjlplymouth/27093.