Jesus said) "Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance." Luke 15:7
It's only been a few days since the president announced that before the end of the year our soldiers will be returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Actually, he said, they "will definitely be home for the holidays."
Our soldiers will be home for Christmas.
No matter what a person's politics might be, the idea that "mother" or "father," "son" or "daughter" will be reunited with family and friends to celebrate the Savior's birth had to be welcomed with the greatest of enthusiasm.
It's the kind of wonderful event for which both adults and children have hoped, dreamt and prayed about.
Jesus says that kind of joy is a pale comparison to the elation which is felt in heaven when a sinner is brought to faith in the crucified and ever-living Savior. By the Holy Spirit's power when faith is instilled and sins are forgiven, a soul is moved from hell's horrors to heaven's happiness.
Of course, there is a difference between a soldier coming home and a soul being saved by the blood of Jesus.
When the holidays are over, maybe even before, the soldier will find he has returned to a non-perfect world. He will still be experiencing pains and problems, sadnesses and sorrows.
In contrast, the Christian who dies having been given faith in Jesus enters into an everlasting home of happiness.
That means no longer can that individual's period of joy be measured by any clock or calendar; he has become part of a family reunion where tears and sorrow, sadness and sickness are banished and joy is forever.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, I pray that between now and when our soldiers return home they may be kept safe in body and soul. In these last days of the war may the forces of evil be kept far from their persons. Even as I pray for physical safety, I also pray for spiritual security. May every heart acknowledge Jesus as Savior so forgiveness may abound and everyone may become part of the great reunion in heaven, which is given to all who are part of the family of faith. In Jesus' Name I pray it. Amen.
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: What were the disciples NOT to take with them on their journey to preach, drive out demons, and heal people? no gold, silver or copper; no bag for the journey, no extra tunic, sandals or staff.
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It's only been a few days since the president announced that before the end of the year our soldiers will be returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Actually, he said, they "will definitely be home for the holidays."
Our soldiers will be home for Christmas.
No matter what a person's politics might be, the idea that "mother" or "father," "son" or "daughter" will be reunited with family and friends to celebrate the Savior's birth had to be welcomed with the greatest of enthusiasm.
It's the kind of wonderful event for which both adults and children have hoped, dreamt and prayed about.
Jesus says that kind of joy is a pale comparison to the elation which is felt in heaven when a sinner is brought to faith in the crucified and ever-living Savior. By the Holy Spirit's power when faith is instilled and sins are forgiven, a soul is moved from hell's horrors to heaven's happiness.
Of course, there is a difference between a soldier coming home and a soul being saved by the blood of Jesus.
When the holidays are over, maybe even before, the soldier will find he has returned to a non-perfect world. He will still be experiencing pains and problems, sadnesses and sorrows.
In contrast, the Christian who dies having been given faith in Jesus enters into an everlasting home of happiness.
That means no longer can that individual's period of joy be measured by any clock or calendar; he has become part of a family reunion where tears and sorrow, sadness and sickness are banished and joy is forever.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, I pray that between now and when our soldiers return home they may be kept safe in body and soul. In these last days of the war may the forces of evil be kept far from their persons. Even as I pray for physical safety, I also pray for spiritual security. May every heart acknowledge Jesus as Savior so forgiveness may abound and everyone may become part of the great reunion in heaven, which is given to all who are part of the family of faith. In Jesus' Name I pray it. Amen.
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: What were the disciples NOT to take with them on their journey to preach, drive out demons, and heal people? no gold, silver or copper; no bag for the journey, no extra tunic, sandals or staff.
(Thanks to Dianne Hance for being the first one to answer this correctly.)
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TODAY'S QUIZ: How long were the 4,000 people with Jesus before he fed them? (Not to be confused with the feeding of the 5,000.)
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CATECHISM QUIZ:
Yesterday's question: Who alone has kept the law of God perfectly?
Answer: Jesus
Pat King was first to answer this right.
TODAY'S: How does Christ's perfect keeping of the law benefit us?
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CHURCH CALENDAR
Wed- bells 6:30; choir 7:30; 8th graders leave at 5:15 to travel to LHS for the Teens talk to Teens night
Thurs- Jonesburg nursing home worship 10:30; Alzheimer's support group meeting 1pm
Fri- Ladies getting ready for the bake and craft sale all day
Sat- Ladies Aid luncheon/ bake/ craft sale 9am-1pm; worship 5pm
Sun- Bible study 8; worship 9; Sunday school and Bible class 10:30
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NEWS:
NEWS:
LADIES AID LUNCHEON/BAKE AND CRAFT SALE/ AND BAZAAR THIS SATURDAY 9am-1pm!!!!!!
Chicken salad, chicken soup, chili, hotdogs, and lots of wonderful desserts!
Desserts and crafts for sale!!
Come and enjoy it this Saturday!
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WINE TASTING
Our fellowship group is hosting a Wine Tasting Fellowship---at Cedar Lake Winery near Wright City, off of Hwy M. Sat. Nov. 12, from 1:30 till 4:00 p.m. Wine Tasting-$5.00, Appetizers-$5.00 Sign up at church, or call Joanne Hachtel at 636-745-8711
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A NEW ADULT BIBLE STUDY STARTED SUNDAY!!!
Even though you missed the beginning you can still get in on it! We haven't really begun the study but only introduced things!
IT IS FOR EVERYONE REGARDLESS OF BIBLE KNOWLEDGE OR EXPERIENCE!!
It is called "Lutheranism 101". It is an in depth study of the Lutheran church and our teachings, but it is not just for Bible scholars. It is for EVERYONE!
If you know of someone who wants to know more about the Lutheran faith, for whatever reason, this is a great study for them.
If you know someone interested in joining our church, this is the perfect study for them.
If you were confirmed years ago and have forgotten a lot of what you learned, this is the study for you!
If you know it all, and remember it all and want to help by sharing your knowledge with others, this is a good Bible study for you.
All in all it is a GREAT Bible study for anyone and everyone. Invite your unchurched friends! Come by yourself. Drop your kids off at Sunday school and come on over!
Please reply with any questions you may have or just to tell me you are coming!
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If you know of someone who wants to know more about the Lutheran faith, for whatever reason, this is a great study for them.
If you know someone interested in joining our church, this is the perfect study for them.
If you were confirmed years ago and have forgotten a lot of what you learned, this is the study for you!
If you know it all, and remember it all and want to help by sharing your knowledge with others, this is a good Bible study for you.
All in all it is a GREAT Bible study for anyone and everyone. Invite your unchurched friends! Come by yourself. Drop your kids off at Sunday school and come on over!
Please reply with any questions you may have or just to tell me you are coming!
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St. John's C.H.U.R.C.H. Ministry
needs your help to "build" 50 shower kits for this year's "Stand Down Dinner" for our areas veterans and homeless. Our Warren County Health Department is providing a shower trailer for that day (November 19, 2011); but, shower kits are needed to provide essentials for those that want to take advantage of the shower trailer. So, we are "building" 50 shower kits for that purpose.
If you can help with this project, the following items are needed at St. John's by Friday, November 11th.
We will need 50 each of the following "new" items:
Bath Towel (standard size)
Hand Towel
Wash Cloth-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20 wash cloths Terry McKenzie - Thanks Terry!
Liquid Body Soap
Shampoo
Conditioner
Brush and Comb
Razor----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------30 razors Terry McKenzie - Thanks Terry!
Shaving Cream
Deodorant
Toothbrush/Toothpaste
3 gallon (Large) Ziploc brand plastic bags (these usually come in boxes of 5 each for approx. $7) We'll need 10 boxes of these to have 50.----------------------4 BOXES Dolores Deblaze - Thanks Dolores!
As you can see, there are many of our neighbors that really need our help. God works "through" each and every one of us.
IMPORTANT: If you can help, or have any questions, please call Sandy Robine at 456-4061 or email at snsrobine@centurytel.net DIRECT. Thank you!
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HYGIENE ITEMS NEEDED FOR YOUTH GROUP (PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS DIFFERENT THAN THE C.H.U.R.C.H. MINISTRY "Shower kits".
Our Youth Group is putting together 300 hygiene packets for families and individuals for the Stand Down Day on November 19.
It would be preferable to get complete packets but we will be happy to accept donations of loose items or cash to purchase items as well.
Packets should be contained in a ziplock bag. Full sized items are needed:
soap
shampoo
conditioner
toothpaste
toothbrush
deodorant
razors.
Also, The food pantry is in need of A LOT of stuff
staple items like sugar and flour.
Meals that can be cooked for families such as pasta and pasta sauce
canned food that is ready to eat
Disposable diapers and tampons are also in demand.
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CPH IS HAVING it's FALL BIBLE SALE
The Lutheran Study Bible, The Children's Story Bible, and many other popular Bibles are on sale. Call Marilyn if you want to order. You can also go to CPH.org to check them out.
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I NEED SOMEONE FOR THE FOLLOWING DAYS TO DO THE PROJECTOR!!!
November
19-
24- (Thanksgiving Day)
27-
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PRAYERS: (If I have missed anyone please let me know.)
For WALT SCHIRR who is hospitalized with chest pains. He is undergoing a stress test today.
THANKS TO GOD FOR full recovery for COLEEN BOTTORFF who is back at home
THANKS TO GOD FOR LIL WINTER who is doing well (althugh still quite sore) and should get to go home today.
THANKS TO GOD FOR MARIANNE LINKE who has been transferred to St. Mary's but is doing well and should be able to go home in a couple weeks after she is done with physical therapy.
For RUTH CANTRELL who is dealing with severe cancer.
For CAROL KOHRS who is dealing with sever neck and back pain.
For ROGER BOEGER who is recovering from heart troubles.
For PATTY SWEET'S BROTHER JIM who will have to have a very serious biopsy on his brain this week.
For a dear childhood friend of Don and Dianne Hance, Larry Riegel. Believed to be benign tumor was removed from colon, but more tests are required.
For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments.
For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, who continues to be up and down because of chemotherapy treatments.
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