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, Nov. 27, 2021
"The 505" Contemporary Worship
Service at 5:05 PM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
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Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021
Traditional Worship Services
at 8:00 AM & 10:45 AM
(In-Person and Livestreamed)
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“Promises of a King: My Righteousness Will Save You”
We begin our Advent/Christmas series, “Promises of a King” by considering the word “righteousness”. Too often we think our own righteousness will “save” us from a sinful, fallen world and lives. But it was their failure to be righteous that God’s people found themselves in exile. However, the Lord promised them that days were coming when they would be “saved” and dwell secure…but only when they bear the name “The Lord is our righteousness”. The promise is fulfilled for them and for us when the Lord Himself comes among us in human flesh and blood, bringing us His own righteousness, a righteousness He gives us from His death and resurrection. Our salvation will never come from our own righteousness, but only from the righteousness that our King, Jesus Christ, gives.
Preaching: Senior Pastor Ben Roberts
Worship Leader: Associate Pastor Mark Stapleton
Old Testament Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16
Epistle: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
Holy Gospel: Luke 21:25-36
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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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Advent Scripture Readers Wanted
Readers are wanted for our Weekend Worship Services during Advent. If you and/or your family 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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It is a long tradition at St. John’s for the congregation to place poinsettias on the Altar at Christmas. Although poinsettias thrive in tropical regions, their brilliant red flowers and green leaves make them popular for Christmas. The poinsettias may be planted outdoors in the warm season of Chicago where they may grow into a bush several feet tall.
A member of the Altar Guild will be in the narthex after each Sunday service on December 5 and 12, and at the 505 service on December 4 and 11, to take orders for poinsettias to be placed on the Altar for the Christmas services. Plants are $15.00 each and may be taken home after the Christmas Day service.
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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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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 AM 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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THE PROPHETS ARE TALKING ABOUT IT
Preparing for Christmas is exciting! We buy gifts for our family and friends, we decorate our Christmas tree, we bake cookies, and our list of things to do is a long one. The most important item on our list is to remember why we celebrate Christmas – this special day is all because of Jesus!
The Bible tells us about Jesus many times in the Old Testament, hundreds of years before he came to earth. God’s people heard about Jesus because special messengers called prophets spoke and wrote about God’s plan and what would happen when Jesus arrived. We’re going to meet some of the prophets in our Sunday School lesson and listen to what these messengers said about Jesus.
We’ll finish our lesson with a Christmas craft that will remind us of God’s plan as we prepare to celebrate Jesus’ birthday! Lesson materials will be sent 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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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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Do you enjoy fresh flowers? Each week the altar is beautified with fresh flowers given by individuals of St. John’s congregation. Flowers may be given in memory or in honor of someone or some occasion, in thanksgiving of something or to the Glory of God. The flowers may be taken home after the Sunday services for you to enjoy at home or perhaps share with a loved one or someone you wish to share an invitation to worship at St. John’s.
The Flower Chart for 2022 is posted in the narthex on the left brick pillar as you walk into the sanctuary. Flowers are $55 for two arrangements. If you wish to sign up for a particular Sunday and someone else has already signed up, we invite you to sign up in addition to another person giving flowers – you can split the $55 cost with the person signed up or purchase an additional two arrangements for $55. Multiple floral arrangements to beautify the altar are always welcome! A member of the Altar Guild will contact you in advance for your dedication.
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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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New small groups will be starting in the new year. If you are looking for a small group to join, have an idea for a small group or would like to host a small group using church resources, please contact the church office at churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org.
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Lutheran Women's Missionary League
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
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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We have a number of tasks we need help with, both during services and during the week. Please click the button to review the list. Please sign up to help! |
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Thank you to everyone who generously donated to
Samaritan's Purse and Operation Christmas Child.
Our Sunday School children, St. John's congregation and our school families assembled 121 boxes that were dropped off this week at one of the local drop off locations. The children in the first grade class were instrumental in getting the boxes ready for us to pick up in late November and then dropped them off last Friday as part of their Eagles in Action project.
Every year since, Samaritan’s Purse has collected shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items for children around the world. Since 1993, more than 188 million children in more than 170 countries and territories have received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. The project delivers not only the joy of what, for many kids, is their first gift ever, but also gives them a tangible expression of God’s love.
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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 THANK YOU
VERSITI BLOOD DRIVE
CHRISTMAS CAROL LUNCHEON
MISSION CAFE
CHURCH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
click the button below.
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CONNECT...with ST. JOHN'S SCHOOL! |
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We are very excited to share information with you regarding St. John’s 5th Annual FUNdraiser.
This year’s event will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at St. John’s Lutheran School in LaGrange. EVENT TIME: 5:45pm-9:30pm.
Please click on the links below for more information.
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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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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.
- November 29
- December 6
- December 13
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THE FOOD PANTRY ITEM FOR DECEMBER IS PUMP SOAP.
Please place donations in the baskets in the narthex. THANK YOU!
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BLOOD DRIVE:
- December 1, 3PM-7PM
- LaGrange Public Library
CHRISTMAS CAROL LUNCHEON -
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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