Monday, May 27, 2013

DEVOTION:  Luke 22:19
And he took the bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, "This is my body, which is given for you.  Do this in remembrance of me. "
 
Today is Memorial Day.  it is more than just a day off.  It is more than just a good day to open the pool and grill a bunch of stuff.  Today we remember those who have given their very lives to defend the freedoms we enjoy daily in this country.  We look with deep humility and honor on those who both volunteered and were drafted who gave up their lives so that we can be and remain free.  We thank the Lord that there have been so many men and women who thought it best to serve God and country in such a way. 
 
Sound familiar?
 
There is one who gave His life up for all of us, not just in this country, but for everyone for all time.  Every Sunday is memorial day in our churches as we gather together to learn more about that ultimate sacrifice that God incarnate, Jesus Christ, made for us. 
 
And why did He do it?  TO MAKE US FREE!  He came down to earth, leaving behind His glory and heaven itself, to step into a body like ours, to suffer like we do in every way; to deal with temptation like we do, yet never ever give into it; to die a death that we deserved; all for us!
 
As you remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country, keep in mind the One who gave up His life in service to the whole world, even His enemies, even us, for all time! 
 
Let us pray:  Lord God, we thank you for those who have given their lives to keep our freedoms in this place and to defend us from our earthly enemies.  We thank you even more for sending Your one and only Son to save us from sin, death, the devil and hell.  Amen. 


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MONDAY'S QUIZ: How many wives did Solomon have?
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CALENDAR
Mon- Memorial Day
Tues- Quilters 9-2; Bible Study 11:30-12:15; National Youth Gathering Meeting 6pm
Sat- Men's breakfast 8am; worship 5pm
Sun- worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; worship 11
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NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING MEETING FOR PARENTS AND KIDS TUESDAY NIGHT AT 6PM!!!
We will be going through the itinerary and handing out t-shirts, deciding what kind of other fun stuff we want to do, and talking about what to bring and not to bring.  Don't forget the meeting! 
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NEW BIBLE STUDY on JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES BEGINS THIS SUNDAY AT 9:45am!!
Have you ever wondered what Jehovah's Witnesses truly believe and why we are so against them?  Do you want to be able to actually invite them in and witness to them?  Then come to our Bible class starting this Sunday at 9:45 to learn everything there is to know!
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MEN'S BREAKFAST HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 1 AT 8am!!
Come and enjoy a hearty breakfast, fellowship, and Bible Study as we grow together as men in the faith!  We would like to get a good head count of who will be there, so please RSVP by replying to this email!  Thanks! 
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LITTLE LAMBS SUMMER CAMP
Our Little Lambs is offering four week long summer camps this summer for 3-5 year olds.  You may call the church office this week for more info or to register.  The first week of camp is June 3-7!!  Call 456-2888 for more info!!
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL   "TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN"  WILL BE JULY 8-12!!!
Kid friendly dinner is served at 5:30.  Fun and festivities begin at 6pm and go to 8pm!
 
Every family has received as flyer in their church newsletter to give to a friend.  Make sure you use it!!
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GOLF OUTING  (4 person scramble) TO SUPPORT LITTLE LAMBS IS SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY MORNING AUGUST 10th. 
$60 per person includes- 2 mulligans, Special hole contests, Cash prizes by flight, Lunch with pork steaks and sides.
7am- Registration begins
8am- Shotgun start
1pm Lunch and awards
 
$15 per person for Lunch only
 
Hole Sponsorship (tee box sign) $50 per hole
 
Entry flyers with all of the details are available in the narthex or  the office!!
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BOEING COMPANY PROLOGUE ROOM TOUR
An opportunity for adults and teens to have a guided tour of the Prologue Room with Ned Koprowski.  This tour is on Friday, June 28th.  We will leave the church parking lot at noon and carpool.  Reservations are required for the tour.  Plans are to have dinner somewhere after the tour.  Please sign the sheet in the narthex by Sunday, June 16 so that we can make the required reservation.
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Habitat for Humanity project day June 15!
Habitat for Humanity, St. Charles, along with corporate sponsor Thrivent Builds, has scheduled the volunteers from St. John's Lutheran Church and the Warrenton community for a work day on Saturday, June 15.

Approximately  6  people from Warrenton will be needed to help install doors, windows, and siding.  Lunch and beverages will be provided.  In addition to our volunteers, we will be paired up with Immanuel Lutheran Church, Wentzville, to get a full crew.

Please contact Ron Harper, the Habitat volunteer coordinator, if you are able to participate on Saturday, June 15 from 8:00am-3:30pm. 
Ron Harper's contacts:              (H)  636-300-1633
                                                (C)  314-420-6512
Directions to site:             I-70 to US 79 South  ( 79 turns into Birdie Hills south of Mexico Rd.)
                                                Go past the Church on the Rock
                                                Turn Right on Eisenhower
                                                Left on Nixon
                                                Left on Clinton and look for the construction area.
If using GPS, use the house across the street at 113 Clinton.
Thank you for helping.
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OKLAHOMA TORNADO RELIEF
The LCMS asks for prayers and financial gifts to help those affected by the disaster.  The needs are going to be huge.  TO support the relief effors, you may send your contributions directly to the LCMS or make it easier for you, make checks payable to St. John's and mark it "Oklahoma Tornado" and it will be forwarded. 
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
For those mourning the loss of loved ones who have served in the military.
 
For those in Oklahoma who continue to recover after a devastating tornado and those who are laying to rest those who died as a result of it.
 
For DANNY DREYER who will be leaving for Germany tomorrow to begin his service as a 2nd Lieutenant in charge of a platoon.
 
For KARIN, GUS and CARA as they fly to New York City to visit Karin's cousins with her sister and nephews this weekend.
 
For PAT KING'S COUSIN whose surgery was postponed due to heart palpitations and irregular heartbeat.
 
For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH, who will be having surgery June 14 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.
For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, and Pat King's cousin on your prayers today as well. .   
 
PRAYERS FOR OUR SERVICEMEN
I have been compiling a list of servicemen who are members of St John's so that we can pray for them.  Below is a list of them and where they are currently stationed.  Please note that their stationing changes quickly, so this may not even be up to date, but it is the last known whereabouts that I have of these guys. 
 
Danny Dreyer-  Army- 2nd Lieutenant- Ranger, Ft. Benning, Georgia.
 
Sam Hargrove- Army- 2 Lieutenant- Ft Rucker, Alabama, will be going through helicopter flight school and other training
 
David Mincemeyer- Army- Army Specialist- Ft. Carson, CO
 
Jon Rahn- Navy- Hawaii, not sure of his rank at this time
 
David Tate- Air Force- 2nd Lieutenant- Jacksonville, Florida
 
Alex Walters- Navy- E4- Guam
 
Ryan Woolf- Air Force- Airman 1st Class- Buckley Air Force Base, near Denver, CO
 
 
If there are more out there that I just don't know about, please let me know, and I will include him/her on the list.
 
Also, if you would like your family member or friend included in this list, please reply to this email with all the information!
 
 
Pray for these guys.  Some of these guys are in harm's way right now, others are training to put themselves in harm's way.  All of them have volunteered to serve and protect their country (which is you). 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 

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