DEVOTION: "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God." Mark 10:14
This past weekend I was with the junior high kids down at Camp Windermere near Camdenton, Mo. As always, it was a fabulous time. The kids didn't want to leave. They were Filled with the Holy Spirit as they worshipped the Lord, as they heard His Word, and as they learned all about how God is for Us.
It, once again, reminded me of the verse above from Mark 10:14. It is amazing to me how, when we take away the hindrances from the pathway of kids, how quickly and how much they can flourish in their faith. It was great to see many of them really getting into their praise and worship time. It was awesome to be able to pray with them and for them and to see them praying for each other! It was good to talk with them about their faith and the faith of others.
The trouble, as was mentioned by a few of the kids and even the speaker, is that a retreat only lasts for a weekend. It gets harder to flourish in faith when the kids go home because of the many temptations and because, at times even their own family and friends can be hindrances to their faith.
Jesus reminds us that, "Whoever causes one of these little ones to sin, it would be better for him to have a millstone hung around his neck and to be thrown into the sea."
This has only reinforced and increased my attitude and knowledge that we as a church are going on the right direction as we have our kids and youth as our main emphasis in this church! We MUST do everything we can to make sure that our children have every opportunity to grow in their faith.
My prayer for you as parents and as those who have connections with children is that you do not hinder the faith of your children, but that you do everything you can to help that faith to grow. That you do whatever it takes, spend whatever is necessary (especially time) and love them as much as you can!
And my promise to you is that I will help you and support you in your efforts as much and as often as I am able. I love those kids and I want to see them in heaven with me someday! You should too!
BY the way, we have some great kids at our church! They are well behaved, well mannered, but most of all they LOVE Jesus!
Let us pray: Lord God bless our children with a continued increase of faith, and help us as parents and other authorities to help and support that growth and keep from messing it up. Amen.
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THURSDAY'S QUIZ: Who did Saul call on to help him talk to Samuel after Samuel died? The witch of Endor (Thanks Bob and Pam)__________________________________________________________________________________
MONDAY'S QUIZ: What tribe of Israel was the only one who was able to carry the Ark of the Covenant?
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CALENDAR:
Mon- Pastor on KFUOam.org 10-11am; Confirmation 5-6:15; High School Bible study 6:30-7:15
Tues- Catholic/Lutheran Class 7pm; Trustees 7pm
Fri- Bible study at Hendershots 7pm
Sat- worship 5pm
Sun- worship 8:30am and 11am; Sunday school 9:45
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REGISTER TODAY FOR THE FISHING TOURNAMENT THAT BEGINS TODAY!!!
Now's your chance to enter the fifth annual Men's Network north American fishing tournament for a shot at winning weekly prizes and a grand prize $500 Visa gift card. The contest begins next Monday, April 8 and runs through September 1. Ten bucks gets you signed up for a season of freshwater fun. Your registration fee includes a MNW cap and a handy first aid kit (in case you hook your finger on a catch!)
For a limited time, as a sign up bonus you can receive a free DVD of our newest Bible study, "Reel to Real-- Fish and Men". In it, five fishermen talk about temptation, toe one that got away, and that future day when all lines will come out of the water. TO get this four part, video Bible study, enter promo code PCFISH13 in the appropriate box when you register. You MUST enter the promo code at time of registration to receive this promotion.
Register today at www.lhmmen.com/fishing _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
SPECIAL VOTER'S MEETING DURING SUNDAY SCHOOL HOUR THIS SUNDAY APRIL 14 AT 9:45!!
We will hear the results of the finance committee as they have completed their work to figure out how to pay for a DCE here at St. John's. Please make plans to attend!!!
You will receive a letter in the mail about it this week.
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20/30 SOMETHINGS SPRING PICNIC FRIDAY, APRIL 19 at 6pm
Even though it is only 30 degrees. Winter is over and Spring has sprung! Time to gear up for some activities and fellowship. I would like to kick it off on Friday night, April 19 at 6pm with a picnic under the pavilion. I will make the brats and burgers. You bring your favorite beverage and a side dish to share. PLEASE Let me know if you can come! _______________________________________________________________________________________
NEW MEN'S GROUP CALLED "MEN'S NETWORK" TO BEGIN WITH A MEN'S BREAKFAST ON SATURDAY, APRIL 27 at 8am!!!
It has been on my mind and heart to begin a men's ministry at St. John's. I would like us to begin with a men's breakfast on Sat, April 27 at 8am. I will do the cooking, but I would like a guy or two to help me out. We will eat breakfast and have a half hour devotion, followed by the planning of future gatherings and events. Please make plans to attend TODAY. Wives please encourage your husbands to go!!!___________________________________________________________________________________________
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH BIBLE STUDY TO BEGIN ON MONDAY, APRIL 8 at 6:30PM!!
Make plans now to attend and bring a friend. It will be fun! I promise!
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RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW TO SELL YOUR OWN WARES AT ST JOHN'S ON SATURDAY, MAY 4
The ladies aid is expanding their bake and craft sale to include those who would like to sell their own products whether they be homemade crafts or sell from home products like uppercase living, scentsy, Tupperware, etc. Tables are available for $20 a table.
Along with that there will again be parking lot spaces available for our 5th annual Flea market. parking spaces are $10 a space. More info below:
WHERE??
Basement and Little Lambs Classrooms: The Ladies Aid is adding INSIDE spaces for vendors, crafters, and bakers to their Spring Craft and Bake Sale. You can reserve your own spot to sell your own wares for $20 per table. These spots are open to St. John's members first before being open to the public. If you are interested, call Coleen Bottorff 456-5482 or the church office 456-2888 within the next two weeks.
Parking Lot: The Annual Flea Market will continue as it has the past four years. Parking spaces will remain $10 per space. Proceeds from the outdoor parking space rentals and Little Lambs sale under the pavilion will benefit the preschool. They are raising funds for their new Summer Camp Programs and to enhance preschool. Please call the Little Lambs teachers or the church office to rent a parking space 456-2888
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
For DAVE KOHRS who is recovering from surgery to remove another tumor. He is doing very well.
For DIANNE HANCE who is back at home. .
For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH, who will be having surgery soon to remove his bladder due to cancer.
For RICK SPINIOLAS who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and will be beginning chemotherapy on Monday.
For NANCY SPINIOLAS, his wife, who is dealing with severe back pain due to many years of using an artificial leg.
For RALPH SPOEDE who is dealing with cancer in both his kidney and in his brain.
For DOMINIC GENTILE, a friend to many at church and in the community, who is suffering with brain cancer and is recovering from surgery.
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