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St. John's Lutheran Church and School
Equipping · Engaging · Encouraging
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First Sunday after the Epiphany | | |
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Sunday, January 7th, 2024
8AM (In-person & Livestreamed) & 10:45AM (In-person)
Preaching: Pastor Ron Weidler
Liturgist: Pastor Mark Stapleton
Old Testament: Genesis 1:1-5
Epistle: Romans 6:1-11
Holy Gospel: Mark 1:4-11
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Adult Bible Study
Bible study will meet between services in the Heritage Room, starting at 9:25. This week's class will be led by Pastor Ron Weidler titled
"The Gospel Lessons of Epiphany B-2024"
Upcoming Event
Deaconess Lori Wilbert will be visiting St. John's and speaking during the education hour on January 14th about the prison ministry that our congregation has supported.
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PLEASE NOTE: Our Nursery Room is available to serve families with young children each Sunday from 7:45 AM – noon. | |
Sunday School is for children in kindergarten to age 9 and meets from 9:30 to 10:30AM in the second floor Music Room. | |
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Truth Travelers
Truth Travelers is for ages 10-14 and meets on Sundays at 9:30 am
in the youth room downstairs.
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Think about how long it took the Wise Men to reach Bethlehem. The trip was at least 900 miles long - it was a real adventure! They were traveling by faith, trusting that the star would guide them to the King they were seeking. Come to Sunday School for a skit - just like the Wise Men, we'll take a trip on our camels to Bethlehem! | | |
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We will have an Open Gym on Saturday, January 20th at 6pm! Truth Travelers is for kids ages 10-14.
Questions? Contact Rebecca Hemminger 630-660-3602.
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IMPORTANT COMFORT DOG UPDATE
At the Voters meeting on December 3, our church made the decision to continue our Comfort Dog Ministry program. Angel just turned 10 years old and the church has made the decision to obtain another comfort dog. You can make a donation by marking “Comfort Dog Ministry” on your church envelope.
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Lenten Devotional
Sign Up Now!
Our 2024 Lenten Devotional is coming soon! For the last 35+ years, the members of St. John’s have written wonderful, thoughtful devotions that enrich our daily lives throughout Lent. This year, we will need your help to continue this wonderful tradition. Please consider writing one or two short devotions to be included in our booklet. Our theme this year is, All in His Time. People on earth have to confront the passage of time during their lives. What does God tell us about time? What does He assure us about the timeliness of events in our lives and throughout history? Each devotional verse has been selected from God’s Word based on a reference He has made to time and will help us to explore the answers to these questions.
Here’s all you have to do to sign-up TODAY to write a devotion:
Click on the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4BABAE2FA57-46211164-stjohns#/
Follow the directions to select your date and verse. It’s that simple! You will receive an email from nancy.mayor@gmail.com with all of the details you will need to complete your devotion. All devotions must be submitted by Sunday, January 21.
Thank you so much for helping us to make this Lenten Devotional possible again this year!
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Volunteers needed for Sunday mornings! Please sign up to bring treats and serve coffee. | |  |
If you have thoughts or suggestions regarding our worship services that you would like to share with us, the Board of Worship would like to hear from you. All comments & personal information will be kept confidential. Please use the link above to write your communication. | |
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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 2024 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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Evangelism Board ~Rides to and from Church
The Evangelism Committee is setting up rides for those who want to come to church services, church events, or church meetings and need a ride.
Please contact Mary Grether at marygrether@sbcglobal.net.
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Dec/Jan TRIP Dates
- January 8th
- January 22nd
- February 12th
- February 26th
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THE FOOD PANTRY ITEM FOR
JANUARY IS DISH SOAP
Please place donations in the baskets in the narthex. THANK YOU!
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Sign up for online giving through Vanco to make sure your weekly contribution does not get interrupted. You can use your credit card or bank account to donate one time or set up a recurring donation to St. John's. | |
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SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY:
- Sundays, 9:25AM, Heritage Rm
BIBLE STUDY/SMALL GROUP:
BIBLE STUDY/SMALL GROUP:
WOMENS' SMALL GROUP:
- Tuesdays, 8:45AM, Heritage Rm
GRIEFSHARE:
- Tuesdays, 1-2:30PM, Heritage Rm
WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY:
CONFIRMATION CLASS
- Wednesday, 6:30PM, Heritage Rm
PICKLEBALL:
MAYOR SMALL GROUP:
PARTNERS IN PRAYER:
- Saturday, Jan. 6th, 8AM, Parking Lot
TRIP ORDERS DUE:
- Mon, Jan. 8th, 7:45AM, Parking Lot
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St. John's Mission email is distributed on Fridays each week. Deadlines for article submissions are 10AM on the business day before publication.
To view the current Mission e-mails and obtain additional information about our wonderful in-reach and outreach events, click the button below. If you would like to submit content for our communication emails please email:
churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org.
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Church Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 10 AM – 2 PM
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:
Phone: 708-354-1690, ext. 210,
or Email - churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org
St. John's Lutheran Church and School, 505 S. Park Rd. La Grange, IL 60525
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