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Scripture Readings: Numbers 13:1-3, 25-33, 14:1-24, Hebrews 3:12-19, John 12:36b-43.

Misplaced fear leads the Israelites to rebel and harden their hearts and forget God's rescue and promises. Yet, while there are still consequences, God does not reject his people, and instead chooses to be the rejected one in the person of Jesus. He was rejected so that all people would be redeemed and place their trust in him.

Giving Tree Helps Us Care for Our Neighbors in Need

Dear Friends in Christ,

Believe it or not, there are only forty days until Christmas! Yes, that’s right – it’s time to get out your decorations, etc., etc.

As one of our Christmas traditions here at St. John’s and a way to care for our community in the spirit of “Better Together,” we have once again placed the Giving Tree in the Gathering Space. This is an opportunity for members and friends of St. John’s to give out of their generosity to people in our community who have some physical needs out of response to God’s love for us in Christ.

This year our giving tree will be supporting two organizations in our community and one of our local mission partners. The first community organization will be the Washington County Chapter of Habitat for Humanity. Items on the giving tree will go to help families moving in to new homes and especially help these families maintain and furnish their new homes. This coincides with our Leadership Board’s desire to seek out partnerships with local non-profits. Secondly, some of the gifts received will go to Threshold Inc., a local non profit that cares for mentally and physically disabled people in our own community.

The second ministry we will be blessing through the Giving Tree is our mission partners at Zion and Benediction Lutheran Churches in North Milwaukee. Pastor Gui ministers to congregations of French speaking African Immigrants that very often arrive with little to no winter clothing. Zion and Benediction have been long standing mission partners here at St. John’s, and this is another way to bless and augment their ministry.

The process is the same as it has been in years past – simply grab a tag off the tree, purchase the item and return to St. John’s unwrapped with the tag attached by Sunday, December 11. Thank you for your support of this ministry and for your generosity to our local community.

In Christ,

Pastor Stephen

Thanks + Giving Youth Bible Study

• Sunday, November 19

• Ages 6th Grade+

• 6:30 - 8:00 pm 

6th Graders or older are invited to join Alan Lull at his house for a Bible Study about: Tough Times – Tougher God. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Bring friends!

RSVP required by calling or texting Alan: (262) 707-9198.

Baptism Class

The class is led by Doug and Mel Raddemann. This course is for anyone looking to be baptized themselves or for any parent who would like his or her child baptized at St. John's. The class introduces what we believe and confess about the amazing gift that baptism is for individuals and families.

• Monday, November 20

• 6:30 pm

• Church Nursery

Please RSVP to the church office if you plan to attend by emailing: stjohns@stjohnswestbend.org or calling: (262) 334-4901.

Help Decorate the Church

• Saturday, December 2

• Begins at 9 am

There will be Christmas music and hot chocolate.

Questions? Contact Rachel at rmorton@stjohnswestbend.org.

December Women’s Book Club

Please join us for fellowship each month as we have the opportunity to share and talk about the books we read and love! Our Women's Book Club typically meets the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 pm. Come to all of our book club meetings or just the ones that fit into your schedule. We do not have a regular meeting location, but enjoy the hospitality of hosting each other. Please watch for the locations of each get together as they become available.

Book Club List for December 2023 - May 202

December 5: A Christmas Memory by Richard Paul Evans (Historical/Christian Fiction). We'll be meeting at Christa Markworth’s house (1341 Evergreen Street, West Bend).

January 16: Sense And Sensibility by Jane Austen (Fiction/Romance)

January 19: Movie night! We'll enjoy dinner and a movie as we watch the movie, Emma. Hosted at the home of Penny Van Dellen. 

February 20: A Distant Melody by Sarah Sundin (Christian Romance)

April 16: The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin (Self-Help)

May 21: Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer (Science Fiction)



Questions? Please contact Cheryl Wipperfurth at cwipperfurth71@gmail.com or Leah Mussel at lmussell@sjswb.org.

Ladies Aid Luncheon

• Thursday, December 7 

• Catered Lunch at Noon

• Church Lower Level

Lunch will be catered by West Bend Sausage Plus. Donations will be collected for the Gingerbread House. Pastor David will lead Devotions. 

In you are interested in joining Ladies Aid or have questions, call Joanne Johnson at (262) 707-0899.

Christmas Extravaganza

• Saturday, December 9

• 9:00 - 11:00 am

• Lower Level

Women’s Ministry invites the ladies of St. John’s to join us for a Cookie Exchange and Diamond Painting Ornament Craft Project.

Please bring 1 dozen cookies to participate in the cookie exchange. You don't have to bring cookies to come to the party. The cost for the event is $5.00. Sign up below.

Questions? Contact Becky at deanbeckyf@gmail.com or (262) 388-6048.

Sign Up for the Christmas Extravaganza

All Pro Dad 

• Wednesday, December 13 

• 7:00 - 7:40 am

• Lower Level

Join us on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, October through May, and enjoy a FREE breakfast with your kids while connecting through conversation around a specific monthly topic!

We are a group of dads dedicated to strengthening our relationships with our kids and we would love for you to join us! Our topic for December is Service.

Click Here to Learn More and RSVP

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Camp Luther Youth Weekend

• January 19 - 21, 2024

• Youth 4th - 7th Grade

• Three Lakes, Wisconsin

• $130 for Youth/Adults Go Free Plus Gas Card 

Join Alan Lull and the Camp Luther staff for games, devotions, and outside activities, such as tubing, ice hockey, hikes, and campfires. Space is limited to 40 youth and 7 adults. The first 40 youth to turn in their permission slip and $130 can go. See Alan for supplies list and details.

Questions? Call or text Alan at (262) 707-9198.

Sister to Sister Bible Study

Monday Nights:

• 2nd and 4th Mondays

• 6:30 - 8:00 pm

• Meet at Penny Van Dellen's House

Wednesday Mornings:

• 9:00 - 10:30 am

• Meet in the Church Nursery

The book, The Women of the Bible Speak, by Shannon Bream is being discussed.

Questions? Please email Penny Van Dellen at pvandellen@sjswb.org or email Denise Seibel at blessedonwheels@gmail.com

Our Prayers are with the families of Janet Halliburton and Terry Laatsch, who were called home. May God comfort these families with the promise of the resurrection through faith in Christ.

Members in Hospice: Kathie Demmon, Larry Fideler.

Members in Treatment, at Home, or Recovering: Robert Werner, Mike & Carmen Kuntz, Joanne Reseburg, Mary Biegler, Char Otto, Carol Schladweiler, Renee Haugen, Judy Dricken, Elmyra Martin, Kathleen Demmon, Armand Miller, Tim Drover, Mary Ann Gierach, Vicki Potter, Randy Mueller, Tom Gmirek, Ruth Ann Scheuneman, Roger Berth, Cathie Schuler, Mary Ann Buckley, Bruce Biendarra, Ken Endlich, Monica Wunder, Melede Meinzen, Joel Clausen, Adrian Buntrock, Kathryn Benner, Gladys Hron, Barbara Moritz, Carla Kinkel, Delores Fischer, Marcy Donaldson, Gene Biegler.

Non-Members: James (friend of Dave & Karen Schmidt), Tom Larson (Brother-in-Law of Marie Adams), Stephanie Schmidt (Daughter-in-Law of Dave and Karen Schmidt), Isaiah Demers, Franklin Keller (Father of Julie Keller), Cheri Fleer & Jeff Lee (Friends of the Biendarra Family), John Kumbalek (Friend of the Biendarra Family), Barbara Black (Daughter of Jean Black), Shane Nault (Grandson of Mike & Carmen Kuntz), Carla-Anne & Mackenzie Nel.

Saturday

6:00 PM Traditional

Sunday

8:00 AM Traditional

9:25 AM Discipleship Hour (On Hold)

9:30 AM Blended (In-Person and Livestream)

11:00 AM Contemporary