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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Twenty-fifth Weekend after Pentecost |
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Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021
"The 505" Contemporary Worship
Service at 5:05 PM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
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Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021
Traditional Worship Services
at 8:00 AM & 10:45 AM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
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”Gathering Before The Gathering”
We all know that “the Day” is drawing near…the “Day” when Jesus will come again to judge the living and the dead. On that “Day”, Jesus will gather everyone from the corners of the Earth and grant either Heaven or Hell. As this “Day” draws near, Jesus is “gathering” His people today, to strengthen their faith, to deepen their hope and to encourage their love and good works. How wonderful it is to “gather” with God’s forgiven people, to encourage one another with the good news of the once-for-all sacrifice for our sin! How wonderful this “gathering” is as we look forward to the final “gathering” when that “Day” arrives!
Preaching: Senior Pastor Ben Roberts
Worship Leader: Associate Pastor Mark Stapleton
First Reading: Daniel 12:1-3
Epistle: Hebrews 10:11-25
Holy Gospel: Mark 13:1-13
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COMMUNION ASSISTANCE NEEDED
The Board of Elders would like to extend the opportunity to the men of our congregation to assist the elders and pastors with the distribution of Holy Communion.
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Scripture Readers Wanted
Readers are wanted for our Weekend Worship Services during Advent. If you would like to sign up to read the scripture readings during one of the three services please click the link below.
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A Thanksgiving Day Worship Service
with Holy Communion
will be held November 25 at 10:00 AM.
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Our Nursery Room is available to serve families with young children each Sunday from 7:45 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. We are happy to care for your child during worship or the education hour. The Nursery is the first room on the school hallway adjoining the sanctuary. Ask one of the ushers to guide you. |
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If you have questions about our Nursery, please call the Church Office at 708.354.1690 or contact Dalyne Shinneman at 630.772.1688 or dalyne.shinneman@gmail.com . |
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GROW...through SUNDAY EDUCATION
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ADULT EDUCATION CLASS 9:25 - 10:25 AM
Heritage Room
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For many of us, the Nicene Creed is just something we recite together during worship when Holy Communion is served. It's just one part of the service and then we move on.
But the Nicene Creed is not "just" a statement of belief we recite 2-3 times per month in worship. It is an ancient expression of faith that is as important and revolutionary today as it was back when it was first "formed".
In this Bible Study, we will unpack the seemingly simple lines of the Nicene Creed with supporting Bible texts and discussing why the faith the Nicene Creed proclaims is at one time universal in scope and yet strikingly particular in a world of pluralism, multiple worldviews and unbelief. We will discover and appreciate both the simplicity and depth of the creed that we declare: "We believe".
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Miracles
Pastor Mark will start a brand new Bible Class between church services starting Sunday Nov. 28th. The topic will be “The Miracles of Jesus”. We will be studying such miracles as Jesus walks on the water, the 10 lepers, power over demons. Please join us at 9:25 for this exciting new Bible study.
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Sunday School 9:25 -10:25 AM
2nd floor Music Room
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WE'RE HAVING A PACKING PARTY
AND YOU'RE INVITED!
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Come to our Packing Party at 9:25 AM in the Library on the second floor.
We're filling our Operation Christmas Child boxes, and we'll have treats and music and lots of fun.
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Parents are invited to join us. If you would like to contribute items to our packing project, remember that food items, toothpaste, and liquids cannot be included because of customs regulations. Also, if your family has packed boxes you would like to bring to the party, we will be delivering all boxes to the Operation Christmas Child Collection Center on Wednesday, November 17th. Visit the Samaritan's Purse website if you would like to learn more about this wonderful global ministry project: www.SamaritansPurse.org.
SEE YOU AT THE PARTY!
Our weekly 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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Note: There is a lot going on at St. John's.
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.
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CONNECT...through CHURCH NEWS!
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Honey Sunday, November 14, 2021
The Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch is a magnificent Christian help to many, many children who have been raised by very alcoholic parents, parents who do not wish to have children and so give them no care, and some who have even been abandoned by their parents. At the Ranch, the children are given love, care, wonderful school learning; and the children also raise the bees which produce the honey. It is delicious!
After each church service you will have the opportunity to order bottles of honey from the Dakota boys and Girls Ranch in Minot, ND. The cost is $10 per bottle. You will fill out the name and address labels of where each bottle will be sent.
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Join the Senior Choir this Christmas Season! |
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I hope many of you will consider this open invitation to all adults and high school youth, to join the Senior Choir for our upcoming Annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. and / or our Christmas Eve Worship Service on Friday, December 24, 2021 at 10:30 p.m. If you are interested, please contact David Lincoln at 708-354-1690 (ext. 222), or d.lincoln@stjohnslagrange.org
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Christmas Tree Set-Up and Decorating
Christmas Concert Volunteers Needed!
Our Christmas Concert is five weeks away on December 12, and we are in need of many volunteers to help make that evening special. We need people for setting-up and decorating Christmas trees, setting-up risers and chairs, ushering, greeting, and directing traffic. Please consider helping out in any way you can.
Look for the sheets on the sign-up board along the west wall of the Church Narthex or if you prefer you can click this link, http://bit.ly/StJohnsDec2021 and use Sign-Up Genius to volunteer. You can also send an email to Mr. Lincoln at d.lincoln@stjohnslagrange.org , or call him at (708) 354-1690 x222. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Times of Volunteer Help Needed:
- Christmas Tree Set Up - Thursday, Dec. 2 at 7:00 pm
- Christmas Tree Decorating - Friday, Dec. 3 at 7:00 pm
- Riser Set Up - Sunday, Dec. 5 from 12 to 1 pm (lunch served at 1:00 pm)
- Concert Set Up - Sunday, Dec. 12 at 12:00 pm
- Assist Directing Traffic - Sunday, Dec. 12 (start at 5:30 pm)
- Serve as Greeter / Usher for the Concert - Sunday, Dec. 12 (start at 5:45 pm)
- Riser Take Down - Monday, Dec. 13 at 6:30 pm
- Christmas Tree Take Down - Sunday, Jan. 9 at 12:00 pm
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Christmas Concert: "Silent Night"
Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 6:30 pm
St. John’s will again host our Annual Christmas Concert: “Silent Night” on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 6:30 pm. This evening of music will feature St. John’s adult and youth choir, and many instruments. The program will include a variety of sacred music and familiar carols. The concert is free and open to the public. A free-will offering will be taken. Because of COVID-19 precautions, there will be no reception following the concert this year.
You can also make a personal contribution to our Music Fund to support the music program at St. John’s. Donations to our Music Fund help support musicians for Festive Worship Services like the Memorial Service for Pastor Haberkost; Reformation Sunday; Thanksgiving Day; Christmas Eve; and our upcoming Christmas Concert. All contributors between July 1 of this year and December 1, will be listed in our Concert Program on December 12. We thank you in advance for your generous support.
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Church Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 10 AM – 3 PM, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: Office is closed
If help is needed outside of these hours, you may leave a message by email
or phone voicemail using the following information:
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Lutheran Women's Missionary League
Meeting November 23
If you have any questions regarding LWML, please phone Mrs. Pamella Christensen (708) 354-6977 or email her at BPChristensen@comcast.net .
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Youth Group Events
Next Event: November 19, 6 - 9 pm
Board Game Night
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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November’s Mission Café donations will benefit
Samaritan’s Purse/Operation Christmas Child
The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Through this project, Samaritan’s Purse partners with the local church worldwide to share the Good News of Jesus Christ and make disciples of the nations. Stay tuned for more information. Boxes to pack are available for pick up in the narthex and the school office. Sunday, November 14th, is the last day to drop off the packed boxes.
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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:
MEALS TO GO THANKSGIVING
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
PANERA BREAD
VERSITI BLOOD DRIVE
click the button below.
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CONNECT...with ST. JOHN'S SCHOOL! |
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Job Opening at St. John's Lutheran School
St. John’s Lutheran School is seeking candidates immediately
for the position of 4th grade teacher (part-time).
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HELP!!! Basketball Coach Needed!!!
We are looking for someone to serve as our Varsity Basketball Coach for this school year. The season runs for the months of January and February including participating in our home Varsity Tournament. If you are interested or have questions about this please email Mr. Wykert at t.wykert@stjohnslagrange.org
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Try the RaiseRight App!
Click on the TRIP logo for more information!
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Get motivated and in the habit to start earning on your everyday purchases with TRIP cards. Reduce your family's tuition for the next school year. Online sales are convenient for your busy family. Earn right from home on the website or on-the-go with the RaiseRight app. See the new attached article by clicking on the TRIP logo to see participating retailers and regular order dates.
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THE FOOD PANTRY ITEM FOR NOVEMBER IS BARS OF SOAP.
Please place donations in the baskets in the narthex. THANK YOU!
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YOUTH GROUP:
MEALS TO GO PICK UP:
LWML MEETING:
THANKSGIVING WORSHIP SERVICE:
BLOOD DRIVE:
- December 1, 3PM-7PM
- LaGrange Public Library
MEALS TO GO:
CHRISTMAS CONCERT:
MISSION CAFE:
- Sign up when you can help!
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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 Services
at 8:00 & 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
St. John's Lutheran Church and School
505 S. Park Rd. La Grange, IL 60525
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