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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The Second Weekend after Epiphany
with Holy Communion
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Saturday, January 15, 2022
“The 505” Contemporary Worship Service at 5:05 PM
(In-Person and livestreamed)
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Sunday, January 16, 2022
Traditional Worship Services
at 8:00 AM & 10:45 AM
(In-Person and livestreamed)
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The whole idea of “re-gifting” causes many people to feel guilty. Someone went through the time and expense of giving you that gift; why would you give it to someone else? But what if “re-gifting” a gift you had received was actually a GOOD thing to do? As we begin our series, “Body Language”, we look at the first “language” the Holy Spirit speaks through the life of the Church: the language of gifts. As members of the body of Christ, you have all received a “gift” from the Spirit Himself. But this gift is not something to keep…it’s to share! Why would you want to “re-gift” this gift from God? As St. Paul writes: “For the common good.” God shows His love to us through the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, and continues to show that love to us by giving us spiritual gifts that benefit and bless His body, the Church. Definitely a good thing! |
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Preaching: Senior Pastor Ben Roberts
Worship Leader: Associate Pastor Mark Stapleton
Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5
Epistle: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Holy Gospel: John 2:1-11
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Our Nursery Room is available to serve families with young children during our worship services each weekend. 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
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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 is continuing his Bible Class covering the Miracles of Jesus between church services. The topic will be "Jesus Heals the Blind".
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SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:25 to 10:25 AM
2nd floor Music Room
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Jesus was in danger! Evil King Herod was searching everywhere for Baby Jesus and wanted to harm him, determined to destroy anyone who challenged his power. God knew that Jesus' parents needed help and sent an angel to warn them. The angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and told him to leave immediately for Egypt. It would be a long trip, but this would keep Jesus far away from the evil King. Once more, God showed that he was in control - Jesus would be safe and King Herod's awful plot would never succeed. Our Bible story will tell us all about it!
Lesson materials will also 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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Lenten Devotional Sign Ups |
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Our 2022 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, “Tell Everyone What He Has Done”. In these devotions, we will focus on the “wonderful deeds” God does throughout the pages of Scripture, and how they point to all the “wonderful deeds” that God does for us and all people in Jesus. These devotions are a great opportunity to “thank the Lord and sing His praise”...indeed, to “tell everyone what He has done”!
Here’s all you have to do to sign-up TODAY to write a devotion:
Click on the link below:
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 will be due by Sunday, February 6.
Thank you so much for helping us to make this Lenten Devotional possible again this year!
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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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JOB OPPORTUNITY
Local nonprofit, Interfaith Community Partners (ICP), is in need of a part-time office manager with excellent organization skills and a personable disposition to organize and coordinate administration duties and office procedures. This person will be responsible for coordinating the daily operations of the office, maintaining QuickBooks Online and preparing financial statements, running payroll, overseeing office supply inventory, and more. The job is 24 hours per week, in-office, Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ICP’s office is located in the First Presbyterian Church of La Grange.
Skills needed include knowledge of non profit organizations, organizational and time management skills, Microsoft Office (including mail merges), QuickBooks Online, ability to work with limited supervision in a friendly and fast-paced office, strong writing and communication skills, knowledge of ICP service area, and a love for older adults. Previous experience as a front office manager or office organization/leadership a plus as is experience with Little Green Light software.
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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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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 click on the button below or 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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Please print and complete the order form, and turn it in with payment to the box that will be in the church narthex.
Thank you for your support of our trip to the National Youth Gathering in Houston, Texas, this summer. Please contact Vicki Wykert, v.wykert@stjohnslagrange.org, for more information.
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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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Making your New Year resolutions list?
Add "Volunteer more at Church"!
All of our great programs and services need YOU to help them continue during the coming year.
or click the "Volunteer Opportunities" button to see how YOU can help!
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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:
COFFEE & CONVERSATION
MEALS TO GO
COLE THANK YOU
BEDS THANK YOU
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
MISSION CAFE
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.
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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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COFFEE & CONVERSATION BREAKFAST:
ST. JOHN'S ANNUAL FUNDRAISER:
- Saturday, February 5, 2022
- 5:45pm-9:30pm
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Regular Service Schedule
Saturday Worship
505 Contemporary
Worship Service at 5:05 p.m.
In-Person and
Sunday Worship
Traditional Worship Services
at 8:00 & 10:45 a.m.
In-Person and
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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