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God is doing some great work through Lutheran Heritage Foundation! Please pray for their work!

From: Lutheran Heritage Foundation <info@LHFmissions.org>
Sent: Wednesday, October 31, 2018 1:25:24 PM
To: Jeremy Klaustermeier
Subject: Prayers requested this Reformation Day
 

Last week, Kolpanny, Russia was rocked by a factory explosion that decimated all the buildings in the immediate area... except one.

Still standing is the Lutheran church, the only building in the area to remain fully intact, its steeple a stark contrast to the rubble surrounding it. Inside the building remains a large storage area of LHF's Russian language books, including the Book of Concord and Luther's Small Catechism.

While the church has some damage, LHF's books are safe – a witness of God's powerful Word.

Grant then, O God, where'er men roam,
That, when the church-bells are ringing,
Many in saving faith may come
Where Christ His message is bringing:
"I know Mine own, Mine own know Me;
Ye, not the world, My face shall see.
My peace I leave with you." Amen. 

LHF TRANSLATOR ATTACKED

Rev. Mohammed Gurhan, LHF's translator for Somalia, has suffered a physical attack. He writes [with some details omitted for his protection]:

"Dear brothers in the Lord, on Sept. 27, I went to [the city] for a court decision related to my property against two Islamist mullahs (teachers). On October 3, the court reached a verdict in favor of me. Around noon when I left the courthouse, a mob of mullahs attacked me with stones and wounded me severely. I lost a lot of blood and was hospitalised for three days.

"Although I recovered and feel much better than the last four weeks, still I sometimes feel dizziness and get tired. Three of those mullahs who attacked me are now in police custody waiting for a court trial. The property was being used as a safe house to accommodate those who have run away from persecution and are in need of temporary shelter. Currently there is one family and a single man. The Islamists' intention, which is to eliminate Christian Somalis from the city, made the property one of their first targets.

"Please pray for my health and the safety of the believers in [this city]."

THE REFORMATION CONTINUES

On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther rocked the Catholic Church by calling for a return to the clear and faithful teaching of Scripture. Today, LHF continues what Luther began by translating books like the Small Catechism, Augsburg Confession and Book of Concord into the languages of the world.

This past Sunday, our Lutheran brothers and sisters in the country of Romania dedicated LHF's translation of the Small Catechism in the Romanian language. For East African countries like Kenya and Tanzania, LHF has just published 10,000 copies of Here I Stand, a biography of Martin Luther.

The work Luther began – built on the rock-solid foundation of Jesus Christ – will continue throughout the world for generations to come. This Reformation Day, please consider how you can help LHF lay a foundation of faith in places like Somalia, Russia, Romania and Kenya.
Help LHF continue Luther's work. Donate now

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PLEASE NOTE: Now through Nov. 2, AmazonSmile is donating 5% (ten times the usual amount) to Lutheran Heritage Foundation when you shop! 
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Volunteers/nominations needed for church officers and a new Bible study available

I'm resending this today as I haven't received any responses yet. 

 

  1. St. John's is in need of volunteers and/or nominations for
    1. Congregational secretary-  take official minutes at congregational meetings
    2. financial secretary

                                                               i.      weekly audit and double check the counter's work

                                                             ii.      enter it into the church records in the computer

                                                           iii.      takes deposit to the bank

                                                           iv.      signs vouchers

                                                             v.      sends out contribution statements twice a year

                                                           vi.      gets offering envelopes ready and distributed

    1. President (Steve McDowell has agreed to run for president for 2019, but would welcome any challengers who feel led to do it. )
    2. Vice President- (Tom Linke has agreed to run again for 2019 but also would welcome any challengers who feel led to leadership.)
    3. Treasurer- (Rich Boeger has agreed to do it again for 2019, but would welcome a challenger.)
    4. Head Elder- (Our current head elder, Jason Cluver, has agreed to run for 2019 but would welcome a challenger.)
    5. Head Trustee- (Our current head trustee, Brett Nordwald, has agreed to run for 2019, but would welcome a challenger.)

 

This is for our new organizational structure which was previewed at our voter's meeting in August and will be voted on for approval at our voter's meeting on November 18.)

 

  1. A new small group or individual Bible study is out called "Family: It's Complicated", that would pertain to many situations and families in our church!  It talks about something ACEs "Adverse Childhood Experiences"  which cause people to have trouble as adults.  It seems like it would be great for a small group Bible study during the week, or for any individual to do at home.  Some have already expressed interest.  Is there any more interest in a small group study or even individual study?

 

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DAILY DEVOTION AND CHURCH NEWS: Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018

DEVOTION: 1 John 3:1-3 English Standard Version (ESV)

3 See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. 2 Beloved, we are God's children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears[a] we shall be like him, because we shall see him as he is. 3 And everyone who thus hopes in him purifies himself as he is pure.

https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.klaustermeier/videos/10155872085053803/

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CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK:

Wed- No Disciple Makers, Little Lambs Halloween party

Thurs- Alzheimers Support Group 1pm; Stephen Ministry 5pm; Karate 6:15-7:45

Fri- Vendor Fair Set Up 2:30-4:30

Sat- Ladies Aid Vendor Fair, lunch and bake sale 9-2; Project Graduation Trivia Night 7-10pm

Sun- No Adult Bible Class; Worship 9:30; No Disciple Makers

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WORSHIP WORKERS: 

Organist- Barb Dreyer

 

Acolyte- Luke Rausch

 

Ushers- Alan Hofeldt, Tim Linke, Gary Hoelscher, Ben Hoelscher

 

Altar- Set up- Ruth Walters; Clean Up- Pam Linke

 

Communion assistant- Al Benton

 

Greeters- Doug and Ruth Walters

 

Projectionist- Perricones

 

Lay Reader- Jacob Nagel

 

 

YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: In what area did the man who possessed man who lived among the tombs and was so strong that no one could control him or bind him with chains live? In what area did the possessed man who lived among the tombs and was so strong that no one could control him or bind him with chains live?  In the Gerasenes near the sea of Galilee

TODAY'S QUIZ:  When Jesus sent out the disciples two by two, what provisions did he allow them to take with them?

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NEWS:

LADIES AID VENDOR FAIR, LUNCHEON, AND BAKE SALE THIS SATURDAY, NOV. 3, 9-2

Lots of wonderful baked goods

Chili and hotdogs

Tons of vendors to help you with your Christmas gift shopping!

 

PLEASE JOIN THEM AND SUPPORT THE MISSIONS AND MINISTRIES THAT OUR LADIES AID SUPPORTS!!

 

VENDORS CAN STILL BE ADDED TOO!!

If you'd like a table or know someone who would call Terry @ 456-2888 or Marilyn Foster who is in charge of the event at 456-4195 to reserve your spot!

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LADIES AID IS ALSO SELLING CHRISTMAS CARDS AND PECANS!!

Talk to one of the Ladies Aid members, call the church office, or just stop by if you'd like to purchase some.

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PROJECT GRADUATION TRIVIA NIGHT THIS SATURDAY 7-10pm (Doors open at 6)

 

Project graduation is a safe celebration for graduated Seniors on the night of their graduation.  A lot of entertainment, fun and food is provided.  It will take place at the rec plex again this year. This is an alternative to the unsafe parties that too often cause problems on graduation night.

 

Please consider participating!

 

$15 per person $120 for team of 8—(8 people max per table)

Doors open at 6, Trivia starts at 7

21 and older

Bring your own snacks  and drinks (alcohol permitted)

Walk-ins welcome but preregistration desired

Silent auction items

50/50 raffle

Table decorating contest ($10 per table to enter the contest)

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LITTLE LAMBS IS MAKING A BUDDY BENCH OUT OF RECYCLED PLASTIC CAPS

Please save your plastic bottle and jugs caps They will need 30 pounds of them.  (water, soda, Gatorade, milk jugs, etc. are accepted.)  There is a receptacle in the narthex or you can just bring them down to the preschool teacher's table in the preschool room. 

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DO YOU HAVE A THRIVENT FINANCIAL ACCOUNT OR POLICY?

You may be eligible to receive money for Little Lambs or Good Shepherd!!  Go to www.thrivent.com/choicedollars to check it out!

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PRAYERS: 

For MARILYN FOSTER as a cancerous spot was found on her liver and as she awaits word on treatment possibilities.

 

For the FAMILIES OF THOSE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES AND FOR THE WOUNDED at the shooting at the synagogue in Pittsburg this past Saturday.

 

For the THOUSANDS IN THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE who are dealing with loss of property and life.

 

For KEENAN TURNURE, grandson of Don and Wanda, who is in the middle of basic training to become a Marine.

 

 For MARY WILLIAMS, (Mother of Ron Williams), who is on hospice care.  

 

For DENISE HOOKER (Betty Tameler's daughter) who is now on hospice care and is nearing the end of her life.

 

For GEORGE HOESCHER,  as they continue to deal with cancer. 

 

 

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY PERSONNEL:

For CONNER FIGURA going through tech training in the Air Force.

  

For COLTON FIGURA deployed to Turkey for another month and a half.

 

For DAVID TATE stationed in Japan, and ALEX WALTERS, stationed in Tennessee.  That God would bless their service to our country and keep them safe as they all await possible deployment.

 

For CALEB FIGURA AND VINCE MASTERS who are both serving our country in the National Guard and take time out of their lives, jobs, and families to go on duty several times a year.

 

 

 

 

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