Church Bulletin - April 21, 2023

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April 21, 2023

In every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

Homebound

Doris Appold
Dorine Auernhammer
Gwen Bakus
Jon Ittner
Mike & Karen Kusch
Margaret Meyer
Julie Roark
RoseAnne Schmidt
Roy Schwab
Anna Spielhaupter
Tim Wegener
Frank Wozniak
Shirley Ziegler

Special

Dean Bass
Wyatt Crouse (Dan Bourdow’s grandson)
Dave Foster
Debbie Kahihikolo (Denise Daly's sister)
Connie Makl (Jeremy Warren's aunt)
Herb Appold
Mary Ghosh (Schlicker relative; cancer)
Janet Hoerauf
Larry Kramer
Fuzz Appold
Leslie Kelley
Judy Coulter
Sandy Hafer
Lois Matthes
Muriel Romig
Tami Springer (Gail Gesinski’s sister)
Eleonore Begick

This Week's Members

Dennis & Teri Appold
Eleonore Begick
Samuel & Luella Brenner
Jeannie Doyle
Devid Gesinski
Chad, Ashley & Preston Jaskiewicz
Michael & Karen Kusch
Thomas Maxwell
Carolyn & Robert Putt
Carl, Malinda & Carl Schmidt
Helen Wagner
Jared Zeilinger

Sunday, April 23

Worship with Communion 8:00 a.m.

Bible Study 9:15 a.m.

Worship with Communion 10:30 a.m.

Potluck - With Guest Speaker 12:00 p.m.

Sunday Night Youth Group 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 25

Choir Practice 6:00 p.m.

Bell Choir Practice 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 27

Blood Drive 2:00-6:30 p.m.

Youth Board Mtg. 6:00 p.m.

Friday, April 28 - Sunday, April 30

Confirmation Retreat

Sunday, April 30

Worship with Communion 8:00 a.m.

Bible Study 9:15 a.m.

Worship with Communion 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Night Youth Group 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Communion Statement

The Lord's Supper is celebrated here in the confession and glad confidence that our Lord, as He says, gives not only bread and wine, but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sin. In joyful obedience to the clear teaching of our Lord Jesus those are invited to His table who trust His words, repent of all sin, and set aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us. They show forth His death until He comes. Because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and so are unable to receive the Sacrament are invited to meditate on God's Word in the distribution hymns and pray for the day when divisions will have ceased. If you wish to receive communion in your pew, please inform an usher.

Church Records

Carol Wozniak passed away on April 13, 2023, and received a Christian funeral on April 17, 2023.

Baptism

Banks Charlotte Demers, child of Eric & Jessica Demers, born November 23, 2022, will be baptized on Sunday, April 23, during the 10:30 a.m. service. Witnesses will be Nicole Wilcox & Doug Demers.

Side Flowers

The side flowers this Sunday are in honor of Larry & Lynn's 35th wedding anniversary on Sunday, April 23, 2023

Church Attendance

Last Sunday - 352 (211, 141)

Livestream

Facebook or YouTube

The Lutheran Hour

Sundays at 8:30 a.m. on WSAM 1400 AM

Donations mail to: Saginaw Valley Lutheran Hour; P.O. Box 133; Frankenmuth, MI 48734

Daily Bible Readings

April 23 - 1Peter 4

April 24 - 1Peter 5

April 25 - Psalm 38

April 26 - 2Peter 1

April 27 - 2Peter 2

April 28 - 2Peter 3

April 29 - Psalm 39-40

This Sunday's Hymns

578, 476, 879, 638, 680, 480

Visitor From Germany

Günter Kohlmann from Neuendettelsau, a retired high school English teacher, will be visiting our area. Since our 4 Franconian settlements (Frankenmuth, Frankenhilf-Richville, Frankentrost, and Frankenlust) were organized by Pastor Wilhelm Loehe in Neuendettelsau, Günter would like to visit our congregations by touring our schools and churches and give a presentation.. Herr Kohlmann is a local historian for Neuendettelsau, and has given many talks about its history, its village life in the 1840s & 50s when Loehe organized the emigrations, its German Franconian dialect (similar to ours of course), and its traditional songs. He also has vivid memories from age 5 onward of post-WWII American occupation troops in his home town.

He will be visiting our school on Friday April 21 and then doing a presentation after

a potluck meal on Sunday April 23 at 12:00 p.m. in the Ministry Center. This is part of our 175th Anniversary Celebration this year.

School Staff Appreciation Week - May 1-5

School Staff Appreciation Week is May 1-5. Feel free to show your thankfulness by blessing our teachers, aides, after school care workers, office ladies, kitchen ladies, janitor, and principal with a gift of appreciation. A kind word, a note of appreciation, or a letter of gratitude are always welcomed and warmly received. During the week, each staff member will have a basket/bucket near their work area (desk, counter, cabinet, etc.). For more ideas for appreciation feel free to explore the Amazon Wish Lists listed below.

Ascension Dinner - Thursday, May 18, 2023

The Ascension Dinner on Thursday, May 18, 2023 between services is still open for a group to host. If you are interested in hosting please contact the office.

It's Time For Our New Church Directory!

Church directory scheduling for photo sessions will start this weekend April 23, before and after both services and continue every Sunday, until May 28. You can also look for an email on Monday, April 24 with the online scheduling instructions if you are unable to in person. Online scheduling will only be available during the week Monday-Friday and will be disabled during the weekend, to allow for in person sign ups.

Volunteers are still needed to help with the sign up process before and after both services starting April 23 and continuing through May 28. We will also need volunteers to help on the photo days as well, June 6th through the 10th. Interested volunteers can call either Loretta Schlicker (989.233.9564) or Jane Bradshaw (989.274.7813).

Spring Clean-up - Church Basement

It's time to tidy up the church basement. Unfortunately it can become a black hole where things 'we might need someday' languish for years on end. If you/your organization has items that do need to be stored in the basement, please take a few minutes to sort through, dispose of the unwanted, and, preferable place in a container, but at least label. Anything unclaimed by May 16 will be disposed of. Please contact Tom Appold, 989-686-1417, with questions or to discuss options.

Blood Drive

The next blood drive is on April 27 from 2:00 p.m. - 6:25 p.m. in the Ministry Center. For information contact Darlene 989-737-9937 or Julia 989-225-1889.

Kona Ice - PTO Fundraiser

Kona Ice will be at St. Paul School on Friday, April 28. Please see the flyer for more upcoming Kona Ice PTO fundraising dates.

Stewardship - An Act of Faith

1 Peter 1:18-19 – “You were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot.” Christ ransomed us and bought us back from the slavery into which we were born. We do not belong to ourselves, to the devil or to the world. We belong to Jesus. Therefore, we live our lives not in accordance with our own wisdom, but in line with God’s Word.

175th Anniversary Celebration

The 175th Anniversary celebration of our church will be held on June 25th. Tickets will go on sale the beginning of May and be available for purchase before and after church each Sunday.

Donations are being sought by businesses and individuals for the cost of the celebration. If you would like to donate, contact Vaughn Begick at 989 295-0209.

POSITION OPENING | Part-Time Second Grade Teacher

Being blessed by an increase in enrollment, St. Paul Lutheran School, Bay City (Frankenlust), is seeking a Part-Time Second Grade Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. The position’s responsibilities include leading instruction in second grade Reading/Spelling and Math. Highly qualified candidates should have a current Michigan Teaching Certificate or be willing to obtain one. If you or someone you know is interested, please email your resume along with two references to Principal Valerie Matyas at valerie.matyas@stpaulbaycity.org.

Tri-City Good Friday Committee

The Tri-City Good Friday Committee would like to thank those who attended and/or donated to the Good Friday service held April 7 at Horizons in Saginaw. The turnout was good and Pastor David Davis, our Michigan District President, delivered an excellent Easter message. He even enjoyed his time on the radio talking to Art Lewis on WSGW. However, due to rising rental fees and other expenses, there was a shortage of funds raised for the service. If you are willing to donate to help cover the shortfall, see Vaughn Begick or placea donation in his mail slot at church.

Church Worker Student Assistance

St. Paul is blessed to have three members who are actively earning degrees in church work:

Lydia Schultz-Concordia University, Seward (Pre-Deaconess)

Ben Brenner-Concordia University, Ann Arbor (Pre-Seminary)

Zachary Benkert-Concordia Theological Seminary, Ft. Wayne (Masters of Divinity)

If you desire to add a contribution to St. Paul’s Church Worker Student Assistance fund you can use the blue envelope provided in your church envelope box, or earmark your donation for “College Aid Church Worker Prep” on the memo line of check or on the outside of any envelope. Funds will be gifted at the end of April.

Get Ready for the 2023-2024 School Year!

Enrollment is open for St. Paul congregation members, current families and the community for the 2023-2024 school year. Click here for enrollment information.

Fourth Quarter Cafeteria Kid Assistant Volunteers

Thank you to our Third Quarter Cafeteria Kid Assistant Volunteers! You helped our students navigate the cafeteria procedures, cleaned tables between groups, and assisted students with opening food and drink containers. We appreciate you! If you would like to help during the fourth quarter, please check out the Fourth Quarter Sign Up Genius here. Only one volunteer is needed each day from 11:00 am -12:30 pm. Thanks for your help serving our school community!

Childcare During Bible Study Hour

To volunteer in the nursery during Bible Study hour, to watch children who are younger than Sunday School age, so their parents may be able to attend the Bible Study hour, please click here. You may also contact Tiffany List by phone (989)225-8516 or email at tmlist@yahoo.com.

Additionally, if you could benefit from Child care during the Bible Study Hour please fill out the form by clicking here or contact Tiffany List (989)225-8516 or tmlist@yahoo.com

Laugh For Life - Comedy Show

Join LifeClinic for their 2023 fundraising event Laugh for Life on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Horizons Conference Center. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with the show starting at 6:30 p.m. Children ages 12 and above are welcome to attend with their parents. Complimentary heavy hors d'euvres will be served and an opportunity to make a financial gift will be provided. Please RSVP before April 20 at LifeClinic.org/partners/events-fundraisers or by calling 989-835-1500.

Valley Vision

The April issue of the VLHS Valley Vision is available here.

Valley Lutheran High School Association Annual Meeting

The annual meeting of the Valley Lutheran High School Association will be held Wednesday, May 17 beginning at 7 p.m. in the high school’s resource center.

VLHS Faculty Openings

Valley Lutheran High School in Saginaw is looking to fill two faculty positions beginning July 31, 2023. The first is for a full-time social studies teacher. The second position is for a part-time Physics/Physical Science teacher. The ideal candidate would have an LTD and a high school social studies or science teaching certificate. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Dr. Lisa Meyers by mail (3560 McCarty Rd. Saginaw, MI 48603) or email (lmeyers@vlhs.com). Interviews are anticipated to begin at the end of April and continue until the position is filled.

A Cappella Choir of Concordia University, Nebraska

You are invited to hear the A Cappella Choir of Concordia University, Nebraska, in concert at St. Lorenz Church on Friday, April 14, at 7 pm. Under the direction of Dr. Kurt von Kampen, the choir will sing a variety of songs that will be enjoyed by all ages. This acclaimed choir has performed in 42 states and 25 foreign countries over the years and is currently touring the Midwest.

Concordia night at the Great Lakes Loons

Join us June 29 for our second annual Concordia Night at Dow Diamond in Midland, MI (Great Lakes Loons). The Great Lakes Loons will be playing the Lansing Lugnuts in a classic match-up of western farm clubs (Dodgers, Athletics). The event, sponsored by CUAA alumna Katrina Kaschinske, financial advisor for Thrivent Financial, promises a night of family fun, food, and Christian fellowship. If you have any questions, please call John Richert, Director of Donor Relations, at 734-751-7545. You can click here for pricing.

Concordia Ann Arbor Information Night

St. John’s Lutheran Church Midland will be hosting a Concordia University Ann Arbor (CUAA) Information Night on Monday, April 24, starting at 6:30 p.m. Take a look at the flyer here.

Old Testament Reading

Acts 2:14a, 36–41

Peter, standing with the eleven, lifted up his voice and addressed them, . . .

Let all the house of Israel therefore know for certain that God has made him both Lord and Christ, this Jesus whom you crucified.” Now when they heard this they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.” And with many other words he bore witness and continued to exhort them, saying, “Save yourselves from this crooked generation.” So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls.

Epistle

1 Peter 1:17–25

If you call on him as Father who judges impartially according to each one’s deeds, conduct yourselves with fear throughout the time of your exile, knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot. He was foreknown before the foundation of the world but was made manifest in the last times for your sake, who through him are believers in God, who raised him from the dead and gave him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God. Having purified your souls by your obedience to the truth for a sincere brotherly love, love one another earnestly from a pure heart, since you have been born again, not of perishable seed but of imperishable, through the living and abiding word of God; for “All flesh is like grass and all its glory like the flower of grass. The grass withers, and the flower falls, but the word of the Lord remains forever.” And this word is the good news that was preached to you.

Holy Gospel

Luke 24:13–35

That very day two of them were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, and they were talking with each other about all these things that had happened. While they were talking and discussing together, Jesus himself drew near and went with them. But their eyes were kept from recognizing him. And he said to them, “What is this conversation that you are holding with each other as you walk?” And they stood still, looking sad. Then one of them, named Cleopas, answered him, “Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?” And he said to them, “What things?” And they said to him, “Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, a man who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, and how our chief priests and rulers delivered him up to be condemned to death, and crucified him. But we had hoped that he was the one to redeem Israel. Yes, and besides all this, it is now the third day since these things happened. Moreover, some women of our company amazed us. They were at the tomb early in the morning, and when they did not find his body, they came back saying that they had even seen a vision of angels, who said that he was alive. Some of those who were with us went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but him they did not see.” And he said to them, “O foolish ones, and slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Was it not necessary that the Christ should suffer these things and enter into his glory?” And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning himself. So they drew near to the village to which they were going. He acted as if he were going farther, but they urged him strongly, saying, “Stay with us, for it is toward evening and the day is now far spent.” So he went in to stay with them. When he was at table with them, he took the bread and blessed and broke it and gave it to them. And their eyes were opened, and they recognized him. And he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, “Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?” And they rose that same hour and returned to Jerusalem. And they found the eleven and those who were with them gathered together, saying, “The Lord has risen indeed, and has appeared to Simon!” Then they told what had happened on the road, and how he was known to them in the breaking of the bread.

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