St. John's Lutheran Church and School
The Mission
The Journal of St. John's Reaching Farther
September 5 - 11, 2020
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Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Saturday, September 5, 2020 at 5:05 PM (The 505)
Sunday, September 6, 2020 at 8:00 and 10:45 AM (Traditional)
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"Outrageous! Searching For The One"
Preacher: Senior Pastor Ben Roberts
Worship Leader: Associate Pastor Mark Stapleton
Old Testament: Ezekiel 33:7-9
Second Reading: Romans 13:1-10
Holy Gospel: Matthew 18:1-20
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Jesus tells a short story about a shepherd who leaves 99 sheep of his sheepfold to go after one stray lamb. Outrageous! Why should the shepherd care so much about a sheep that has gone astray? And yet…the shepherd does care. So much so, that when he finds it, he rejoices! As we begin our series “Outrageous!”, we will look at this short story of Jesus and how it points to His outrageous search for you and me, sinners who went astray. His search was so intense it took Him to the cross, where He died a death He did not deserve, for a salvation we do not deserve. How outrageous…and wonderful…is our Shepherd who searches for sinners!
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Outrageous! The Stunning, Backwards, Upside-Down Grace of Jesus Christ
Some of the things that Jesus said really riled up some people up. Leave 99 sheep for one that is lost? Pay all workers the same, even though some had only been working one hour? Killing the son of the owner of the vineyard you’re working for? It had them saying, “Outrageous!” Why were they so upset? Because everything Jesus said pointed towards His grace for sinners. Those who were puffed up with pride in their own righteousness, blinded by their skewed beliefs and assured in their mockery of the “outcasts” of society…Jesus turned it all upside-down! And that is Good News for you and me! In this 6-week series, we will be looking at some of the “outrageous” things Jesus said that points to His “outrageous” grace He shows to us sinners through His death and resurrection. Each time, we will hear things Jesus says that have us shaking our heads…at how much He loves us and what He does to be with us and save us!
- 9/5 & 9/6: Outrageous! Searching For The One (Matthew 18:1-20)
- 9/12 & 9/13: Outrageous! All Debt Forgiven (Matthew 18:21-35)
- 9/19 & 9/20: Outrageous! Equal Generosity (Matthew 20:1-16)
- 9/26 & 9/27: Outrageous! A Tale Of Three Sons (Matthew 21:23-32)
- 10/3 & 10/4: Outrageous! The Rejected Son And The Fruit He Bears (Matt. 21:33-46)
- 10/10 & 10/11: Outrageous! Invitation To The Feast (Matthew 22:1-14)
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(Everyone should have received an e-mail titled "In-Person / LIvestreamed Worship Services" that was sent on Wednesday, September 2. Click "HERE" to view that e-mail and obtain additional information about our In-Person and Livestreamed Worship Services that being this weekend.)
LIVESTREAM INFO TO SHARE:
- Our Livestream Worship Services include a Chat Room on YouTube so you can check in with us at the church and say hello to everyone. You will need to have a Gmail account and also have your YouTube channel activated on your account. In order to see the Chat Room make sure your browser window is not full screen, otherwise you won't see the group on the right side of the page.
- Are you watching the Worship Service and the speaking and audio don't seem to be syncing correctly? Many times you can solve this by simply refreshing your browser window and it usually will fixes the problem.
- Did you know that the YouTube screen has additional information at the bottom of the page that you can click on? You can click to go to the church web site, click to give an offering, and click to view or print the bulletin.
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SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY |
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MORE THAN THE MESSAGE RETURNS!
Every Sunday until October 11, 2020 join Pastor Ben online on Zoom from 9:30 - 10:15 AM to unpack the “theme” of the weekly message (no need to have heard it beforehand). Even if you cannot make it, feel free to use the study for personal or family use. Dig into God’s Word…dig into the “message”!
Topic: More Than The Message
Time: Every Sunday from August 30 to October 11, 2020 from 9:30 - 10:15 AM
Meeting ID: 740 8148 6754
Passcode: 505
Call by Phone: 312-626-6799
Weekly Handout:
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NEW OUTDOOR BIBLE CLASS AT CHURCH
Starting this Sunday, September 6th, Pastor Mark will host a one hour Bible Class on the church grounds. It will be held on the west side of the building (by the school lobby doors), it will start immediately after early service (approximately 9:00 to 9:15 a.m.). We invite you to bring your own lawn chair and bible. This six week Bible Study will be on the Gospel of Luke.
PLEASE NOTE: The class will be cancelled if it is raining.
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ST. JOHN'S MINISTRIES (Inreach and Outreach) |
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LA GRANGE AREA FOOD PANTRY
Our Third Graders at St. John's are collecting chapel offerings for the month of September for La Grange Area Food Pantry. Throughout the school year, our class will purchase items from chapel offerings collected in September to donate to the food pantry.
You can help, too!
The Pantry is in need of regular sized canned goods that a family can use (not restaurant-sized containers) especially canned corn and canned beans, size 4 diapers, cereal, pasta, and non-food items which are not covered by Snap or Link cards. We will be collecting items at our next Meals To Go on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 1:00 PM. Each month we have a featured item to shop for. We look forward to serving God through our Food Pantry donations, and helping people in need in our community. Thank you!
September’s featured item will be: SHAMPOO.
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HIGHLAND QUEEN FUNDRAISER: Friday, September 18, 2020 from 11 AM - 10 PM
MEALS-TO-GO: Sunday, September 20, 2020 from 1:00 - 2:00 PM
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: Saturday, September 26, 2020 at 6:30 PM
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"Thank You All!" from the Board of Stewardship. During these tough times, for those who have been financially able to donate money to St. John's normally spent on things like gas, dry cleaning, auto maintenance, car washes, haircuts and restaurants/entertainment...the church thanks you greatly! Your generosity is appreciated.
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E-SUNDAY SCHOOL AT ST. JOHN'S |
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HAVE YOU HEARD THE GOOD NEWS?
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The entire VeggieTales crew is talking about it, and it's the best news ever
GOD MADE YOU SPECIAL AND HE LOVES YOU VERY MUCH!
We'll celebrate with a special VeggieTales video and some great songs.
Our craft and game will be a lot of fun, too!
Lesson materials will be emailed 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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Attention All High School Youth!
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
Move details forthcoming!
If you have any questions about the Youth Program at St. John's please contact Vicki Wykert at v.wykert@sjlagrange.com
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CONNECT...in Bible Study and Small Groups
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All three small groups have new topics
Click "HERE" for additional information on these opportunities!
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St. John's Lutheran School Board of Education Needs You!
The Board of Education of St. John's Lutheran School is in need of 2 - 3 more members, for terms which could begin immediately, or starting in 2021. Terms are 2 years, and participation on the Board includes providing input and decision making regarding the current and future operations of our School. We look for diverse experience on the Board, and welcome members familiar with a wide range of activities or positions, such as project management, non-profit organizations, finance, marketing, education, and many other areas. You must be a member of the congregation of St. John's to be on the Board.
Please contact Board Chair, Jennifer Behnke at 630-803-4694, or behnke4ever@gmail.com for more information, or to participate.
Thank you!
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Click on the TRIP logo above for more information on
how to donate gift cards to families in need during COVID-19
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Purchase gift cards through our school’s fundraiser for essential goods such as groceries, gas, restaurants, and cleaning supplies, to donate to those in our community.
As COVID-19 widens and families are impacted by hardships related to closed schools, limited access to childcare, work limitations, and more, we have a unique opportunity to help support our community and families.
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Click on the TRIP logo above for more information! |
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September is here!
Time to start shopping for cooler weather clothing to get ready for fall or for anything – start with TRIP cards. See attached article for regular order dates.
Our next order date is Tuesday, September 8th at 7:45 AM at Door A.
if you are placing an order.
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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 8:00 a.m. and 10:45 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
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