St. John's Lutheran Church and School
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The Mission
The Journal of St. John's Reaching Farther
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Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
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Saturday, August 7, 2021
"The 505" Contemporary Worship
Service at 5:05 PM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
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Sunday, August 8, 2021
Traditional Worship
Service at 9:00 AM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
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"Humble Glory: Last is First"
In a race, whoever finishes first wins. How often this translates to our spiritual life as Christians. We think that the more work and effort we put into our spiritual lives, the more we think God will give us “first place” in His kingdom. But Jesus says otherwise! In His kingdom, “the last will be first, and the first last.” What does this mean? It means that getting “first place” in the Kingdom of heaven is based on the grace and generosity of Jesus, whether we think we are “first” or “last” compared with others.
Preaching: Senior Pastor Ben Roberts
Worship Leader: Associate Pastor Mark Stapleton
Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 55:6-9
Epistle: Philippians 2:1-11
Holy Gospel: Matthew 20:1-16
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~~Recruiting Worship Service Ushers~~ |
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Dear Members of St. John’s,
We are in need of increasing our ushering staff on Sundays as we move back to two services. We also are in need of ushers for the 505 worship service on Saturday evenings. It is a great way to serve the Lord.
Thank you for your consideration. Your brother in Christ, Art.
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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.
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Sunday School ~ 10:15 - 11:15 AM
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David, the Generous King! |
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Young David surprised everyone when he challenged Goliath with his slingshot - he was trusting God to protect him in his battle with this giant. When Goliath fell dead at David's feet, struck by the stone from his sling, he became a national hero; but David gave God all the glory. Above all, David loved God and wanted to serve Him. God had special plans for David – He had chosen this boy to be a mighty king over His people. David grew up to be a wise and generous leader - his life is a great road map for us to follow. We'll learn more about King David in this week's Bible story! |
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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.
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Confirmation for St. John Lutheran Church’s 2021 -2022
An Informational Meeting for potential confirmands (and their parents) will be held Wednesday, August 25, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM in the Heritage Room at St. John’s. Confirmation instructional gatherings will be held on Wednesdays, beginning on September 1st at 6:30pm in the Heritage Room. Youth in grades 7 and 8 are eligible to participate in Confirmation. Please contact Pastor Ben at b.roberts@stjohnslagrange.org or 708-354-1690, ext. 213, or the Church Office, to enroll your youth or for more information.
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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.
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CONNECT...through CHURCH NEWS!
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Memorials and Gift Committee
Year End Report
During the past fiscal year donations totaling $1,855 were received as memorials for nine honored individuals. The funds received have been acknowledged and allocated to various accounts designated by the donors or honored families.
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Job Openings at St. John's Lutheran School
St. John’s Lutheran School is seeking candidates immediately for the following positions:
~4th grade teacher (part-time)
-Preschool aide (part-time)
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Mission Cafe
Are you willing to host and serve coffee between services? We will offer this fellowship time as often as we have volunteers. 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!
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Summer Church Office Hours |
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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.
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GROW...in BIBLE STUDY AND SMALL GROUPS!
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High School Youth Group Dunes Trip
Sunday, August 8th noon to 9 pm
(leaving and returning to St. John’s)
What to bring:
$5 (for park entry and tolls) and food to eat at the beach (We’ll have a cooler)
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If you have any questions about our youth group, please email:
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SERVE...through ST. JOHN'S MINISTRIES!
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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.
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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 August 11:
Pizza, Salad, and Cool Treats for dessert.
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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?"
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Blessings to all for a safe and fun second half of your summer.
--Board of Stewardship
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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:
VBS PICTURES
SUMMER DINNER SERIES
POPSICLES IN THE PLAYGROUND
AUGUST BLOOD DRIVE
FOLK BAND CONCERT
click the button below.
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CONNECT...with ST. JOHN'S SCHOOL! |
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Popsicles
in the Playground
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Wednesday, August 11 (6-7 PM)
St. John's Parking Lot
All are welcome! Free Family Fun!
Exotic Animals Meet and Greet,
Cool Treats, Face Painting, and Playground Fun!
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Try the RaiseRight App!
Click on the TRIP logo for more information!
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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.
· August 9th, 2021 orders due by 7:45 am
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CONFIRMATION CLASSES
BEGIN SEPTEMBER 1ST!
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YOUTH GROUP TRIP TO DUNES:
- Aug 8, noon to 9 PM
- $5 and your food
BLOOD DRIVE
- Wed., August 11, 10AM-3PM
- Narthex
SUMMER DINNER SERIES:
- Wed., August 11
- 5:00 - 6:00 PM
POPSICLES IN THE PLAYGROUND:
NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING INFORMATIONAL MEETING:
- Sunday, August 15, 11:30 AM
- Heritage Room
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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.
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Church Office
Office: (708) 354-1690 x210
St. John's Lutheran Church and School
505 S. Park Rd. La Grange, IL 60525
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