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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Saturday, April 17, 2021
"The 505" Contemporary Worship Service
with Holy Communion at 5:05 PM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
In-Person Holy Communion
from 2:30 - 3:00 PM
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Sunday, April 18, 2021
Traditional Worship Service
with Holy Communion at 9:00 AM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
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"Resurrection Encounter...It Is Too Good To Be True!"
Preaching: Associate Pastor Mark Stapleton
Worship Leader: Senior Pastor Ben Roberts
Old Testament Reading: Acts 3:11-21
Epistle: 1 John 1:3:1-7
Holy Gospel: Luke 24:36-49
As we continue our Easter series, “Resurrection Encounters”, we continue with these questions: “Why are you troubled, and why do doubts arise in your hearts?” (Luke 24:38). These are questions our risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ asked of His disciples in another resurrection appearance after that first Easter morning. They are questions that could also be asked of us numerous times in our daily lives as we face trouble and doubts. Yet as Jesus kept on appearing, He kept on showing them Himself, and more than that, He continued to teach and remind them that all that was written was fulfilled in and through Him. Though we cannot physically touch His hands and side, each time we gather, Jesus continues to speak to us, affirming His work, the Word fulfilled, and the worth of humanity for whom He came. Amid troubles and doubts, through Christ, we can “see what kind of love the Father has given to us” (1 John 3:1).
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Click on the button above to register for worship opportunities and to obtain additional information about our In-Person and Livestreamed Worship Services.
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Here I Stand Sunday
On April 18, 1521, Martin Luther made this bold confession:
“Unless I am convinced by the testimony of the Scriptures or by clear reason (for I do not trust either in the pope or in councils alone, since it is well known that they have often erred and contradicted themselves), I am bound by the Scriptures I have quoted and my conscience is captive to the Word of God. I cannot and I will not retract anything, since it is neither safe nor right to go against conscience. I cannot do otherwise, here I stand, may God help me, Amen”
Today, we stand in the footsteps of Martin Luther 500 years later. We stand boldly, proclaiming the One who has called us out of darkness into His marvelous light. On Sunday, April 18, 2021, the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod celebrates "Here I Stand Sunday". In celebration of this 500th anniversary of Martin Luther's confession, St. John's will be taking a "thank offering" after worship on April 18th to support the proclamation of the Gospel to all people. For more information and resources, visit https://www.lcms.org/here-i-stand-sunday.
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GROW...in SUNDAY MORNING EDUCATION
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~ MORE THAN THE MESSAGE ~
Adult Education Class ~ 10:15-11:15am
Join Pastor Ben, either in-person at St. John's or online on Zoom, for a study of the passage that the worship service message is based upon: John 20:19-31. Gain more insights and teachings than can be packed into a 15 minute message! Strengthen your faith in Jesus and the life He has for you! See the study guide link below for details. Click on the Zoom link to join the class.
Topic: More Than The Message-Easter Season
Time: Apr 18, 2021 10:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
Every week on Sun, until May 16, 2021, 5 occurrence(s)
Apr 18, 2021 10:00 AM
Apr 25, 2021 10:00 AM
May 2, 2021 10:00 AM
May 9, 2021 10:00 AM
May 16, 2021 10:00 AM
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Sunday School ~ 10:15 - 11:15 AM
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Jesus told his disciples to tell everyone that He had died to forgive our sins and was alive again. We are Jesus' disciples, too, and we have the same wonderful news to share. We'll find out what the Bible says about being a messenger for Jesus in our lesson. Come join us and be a runner in our "Good News" Relay Race!
In-person Sunday School will meet in the Heritage Room at 10:15 a.m. This week's story and activities will also 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.
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CONNECT...through CHURCH NEWS!
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Note: If your Mission gets clipped in your email, click your "view entire message" link to go on reading about opportunities at St. John's.
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CONNECT...with ST. JOHN"S SCHOOL! |
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St John’s students are a few days away from completing their Read -A-Thon. We are very proud to announce that to date they have read 57,478 minutes and have raised $15,000. Please consider helping us reach our $20,000 goal. You can donate by clicking the button below. Thank you! |
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GROW...in BIBLE STUDY AND SMALL GROUPS!
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Attention All High School Youth!
April 17: Youth Group from 6:15 - 8:30 pm at St. John's. Come to the 505 service then join us for walking tacos, board games, basketball, and God time.
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SERVE...through ST. JOHN'S MINISTRIES!
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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 these wonderful in-reach and outreach events, click the button below.
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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.
Our next order dates are: April 26, May 10 & 24 - 7:45 AM near Door A.
when you are placing an order.
There are only 3 hard card order dates left for 2020-2021 program year!
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St John's
Vacation Bible School
July 26 - July 30
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FOOD PANTRY NEEDS:
- April's featured item is DIAPERS.
- Deposit featured item in the box in the narthex!
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MEALS TO GO ANNIVERSARY:
TRIP ORDER DATES:
PLANT SALE:
BLOOD DRIVE:
- June 16, 2021
- At the La Grange Library
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To make an appointment, phone 1-800-7TO-GIVE or click here
GOLF OUTING FUNDRAISER:
- Monday, July 26
- Early Registration starts Now! Click Here
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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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