DEVOTION:
(Jesus said) "And blessed is the one who is not offended by Me." Matthew 11:6
"Give thanks to the Lord for He is good. His love endures forever" (Psalm 118:29).
"I will be glad to rejoice in You, I will sing praise to Your Name, O Most High" (Psalm 9:2).
Those are just two of the cards passengers on Alaska Airlines used to receive with their meals. I say used to because no longer do passengers in coach get meals. No meals -- no cards. Even so, the passengers in first class still received some vittles and a prayer card.
Until now.
For years Alaska Airlines received far more compliments than it did complaints, concerning the prayer cards. Recently, that has changed, and the number of folks who thought it was inappropriate outweigh those who found it a wonderful practice.
Thus, no more prayer cards on Alaska Airlines.
Now there are any number of things which could be said about that bit of information. For example, I could say, "Thank you, Alaska Airlines," for having done something most airlines would never consider.
Or we could say, "Let's get organized and petition the head honchos at Alaska Airlines to reconsider their decision."
Instead, I would like to make note of a bit of culture and ask you to think about it a bit.
The reason Alaska Airlines did what it did is because somebody got vocal. Those who were offended by the Lord gave voice to their displeasure. At the same time those who liked the practice -- who thought it was a good thing -- forgot to say, "Thank you!"
Maybe they thought the airlines would just keep up the practice. Maybe they thought somebody else would say something. Maybe they just didn't think it was important enough to acknowledge the simple Scripture card. If it's any or all of those (and I'm sure it is), that's a shame.
You know most of us who were raised in a Christian household were taught to give thanks. We were taught to give thanks to the Lord and to each other. It's possible, as we've gotten older, we've forgotten our manners. If that's the case, it's time to get polite. It's time to thank the Lord and people.
Thank the Lord for the salvation His Son has won at the cost of His life. Thank the Lord for His manifold blessings. Thank each other for kindnesses shown, commitments kept.
It's not a big thing, but it's a right thing. We who have been saved by the Christ need to show our appreciation to Him and to each other. Please, give it a try.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, how sad it is that the world only knows us by our arguments, fights, disputes and embarrassing acts. May I do what I can, so it can see a Christian can be a thankful, appreciative soul. This I pray in my Savior's Name. Amen._____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: How many Levites were counted by Moses and Aaron according to their clans, including every male a month old or more? (Hint: It's in the book of Numbers) 22,000 (Dolores Deblaze got it in less than 30 minutes yesterday.)
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TODAY'S QUIZ: What tribe of Israel was "set aside" to be priests for the whole nation of Israel?
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CATECHISM:
Close of the commandments
Question: Why does God threaten such punishment?
Answer: God threatens such punishment to make us ffear His anger, so that we do not act against His commandments.
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CHURCH CALENDAR
Tues- quilters 9-2; primary day
Wed- bells 6:30; choir 7:30
Thurs- Bible study at Hendershot's 7pm
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(Jesus said) "And blessed is the one who is not offended by Me." Matthew 11:6
"Give thanks to the Lord for He is good. His love endures forever" (Psalm 118:29).
"I will be glad to rejoice in You, I will sing praise to Your Name, O Most High" (Psalm 9:2).
Those are just two of the cards passengers on Alaska Airlines used to receive with their meals. I say used to because no longer do passengers in coach get meals. No meals -- no cards. Even so, the passengers in first class still received some vittles and a prayer card.
Until now.
For years Alaska Airlines received far more compliments than it did complaints, concerning the prayer cards. Recently, that has changed, and the number of folks who thought it was inappropriate outweigh those who found it a wonderful practice.
Thus, no more prayer cards on Alaska Airlines.
Now there are any number of things which could be said about that bit of information. For example, I could say, "Thank you, Alaska Airlines," for having done something most airlines would never consider.
Or we could say, "Let's get organized and petition the head honchos at Alaska Airlines to reconsider their decision."
Instead, I would like to make note of a bit of culture and ask you to think about it a bit.
The reason Alaska Airlines did what it did is because somebody got vocal. Those who were offended by the Lord gave voice to their displeasure. At the same time those who liked the practice -- who thought it was a good thing -- forgot to say, "Thank you!"
Maybe they thought the airlines would just keep up the practice. Maybe they thought somebody else would say something. Maybe they just didn't think it was important enough to acknowledge the simple Scripture card. If it's any or all of those (and I'm sure it is), that's a shame.
You know most of us who were raised in a Christian household were taught to give thanks. We were taught to give thanks to the Lord and to each other. It's possible, as we've gotten older, we've forgotten our manners. If that's the case, it's time to get polite. It's time to thank the Lord and people.
Thank the Lord for the salvation His Son has won at the cost of His life. Thank the Lord for His manifold blessings. Thank each other for kindnesses shown, commitments kept.
It's not a big thing, but it's a right thing. We who have been saved by the Christ need to show our appreciation to Him and to each other. Please, give it a try.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, how sad it is that the world only knows us by our arguments, fights, disputes and embarrassing acts. May I do what I can, so it can see a Christian can be a thankful, appreciative soul. This I pray in my Savior's Name. Amen._____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: How many Levites were counted by Moses and Aaron according to their clans, including every male a month old or more? (Hint: It's in the book of Numbers) 22,000 (Dolores Deblaze got it in less than 30 minutes yesterday.)
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TODAY'S QUIZ: What tribe of Israel was "set aside" to be priests for the whole nation of Israel?
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CATECHISM:
Close of the commandments
Question: Why does God threaten such punishment?
Answer: God threatens such punishment to make us ffear His anger, so that we do not act against His commandments.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHURCH CALENDAR
Tues- quilters 9-2; primary day
Wed- bells 6:30; choir 7:30
Thurs- Bible study at Hendershot's 7pm
Fri- nothing
Sat- worship 5pm; STEAK DINNER AND AUCTION 6pm
Sun- Bible Study 8; worship 9; Bible Study and Sunday school 10:15; WORSHIP 11am
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NEWS:
NEWS:
ANOTHER WONDERFUL WORSHIP WAS HAD YESTERDAY IN ALL THREE SERVICES!!
Even though there weren't as many people there yesterday because our preschool kids weren't singing, we still had a great congregation and all were blessed with God's Word and Sacraments! Keep inviting and bringing your friends, family, and all who need to grow in Christ. SO PRETTY MUCH BRING EVERYONE!!!
The only way our worship attendance is going to grow and our church is going to grow is if EVERYONE gets involved, EVERYONE invites people to church, and EVERYONE promotes St. John's and the wonderful blessings that God provides here, namely HIS WORD, HIS SACRAMENTS, AND HIS FELLOWSHIP!
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BIBLE STUDY AT HENDERSHOT'S HAS BEEN MOVED FROM FRIDAY TO THURSDAY AT 7PM THIS WEEK!
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PROJECTOR SCHEDULE: Just a few dates left. PLEASE SIGN UP!
March 25- 9am- 11am-
Mar 31-
Apr 1- (Palm Sunday) 9am-
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BIBLE 101: A NEW ONLINE "INTRODUCTORY" BIBLE STUDY IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL MEMBERS OF ST JOHN'S!!!
Another person signed up yesterday!!!
6 PEOPLE SIGNED UP SO FAR!!!
What is it? Bible 101 is a new online product from Concordia Publishing House that increases Biblical literacy in adults.
It is for all levels of learning and knowledge. Even pastors learn things from this course.
Participants simply log into Bible 101 and enter an online learning environment. Members start out by learning essential Bible basics from "square one" and then build upon that as they progress through the course.
Here are som of the features of Bible 101
online- uses proven online educational strategies and models that facilitate retention among multiple learning styles.
videos- throughout the week, participants can access videos that relate to the lesson
discussion forum- participants are not left on their own as they are connected to a community where they can correspond, question, and encourage each other.
podcasts- daily devotional for each weekday
quizzes- test your knowledge and easily benchmakr where you are in your learning cycle.
printing- easily print the materials for even more easy access.
Please call or reply to this email to let me know that you want to sign up for this wonderful opportunity. I will sign you up! The congregation has already paid the annual fee so IT IS FREE for you!!!
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YOUTH SERVANT EVENT THIS SUMMER!!!!!! 8-12 GRADERS AND ADULT LEADERS WILL BE GOING TO JOPLIN, JULY 9-14!!!
All who want to go need to sign up. Directions on how to sign up are as follows:
1. Go to lutheranchurchcharities.org
2. Click on "volunteer in Joplin"
3. Go to bottom of page and click on "click here to register individually"
4. Fill out all of the required info. (Your group's name is St John's Warrenton, MO)
5. Click submit at the end of the page.
Let me know if you want to go. ALL ADULTS ARE WELCOME!!!!
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Youth are selling dinner/auction tickets in the narthex after services. Tickets are $15 per person. Bid only tickets are $5.00. You may also contact Marilyn to reserve tickets.
In order to guarantee that you get to sit with a special group of family or friends, you may want to consider purchasing a table of 8 for $120.
The Youth Group Steak Dinner and Auction has been set for Saturday, February 11, 2012. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please join us for a night of fun and fundraising. We will be having the old favorites: silent auction and 50/50 drawing as well as the new favorites: live auction, dessert dash, wine raffle, and the WILD HEARTS JACKPOT DRAWING where there is a chance to win $500.00.
Tickets for the WILD HEARTS $500 DRAWING are on sale now. Please ask a youth group member to get yours. The tickets are 1 for $10 but for an additional $10 you can get 10 more tickets and have 11 chances at winning!
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A MOMENT OF GRACE FLORIST IS DONATING 10% oF EACH ST. JOHN'S MEMBER'S SALE BACK TO THE CHURCH
Each time you purchase flowers and other gifts from A MOMENT OF GRACE and tell them you are a member at St. John's, the church receives a tithe from them. A Moment of Grace is located at 511 N Hwy 47 and the phone number is 456-9334.
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PRAYERS: (If I have missed anyone please let me know.)
For ANNA HOELSCHER who is hospitalized with internal bleeding.
For KENNETH DOVE, Jennfier Figura's dad, and former member of St. John's, who is dealing with an aneurysm in his stomach area and will findo ut soon, whether he will have surgery or not.
For ED KOHRS and BETTY TAMELER who all have returned home after time spent in the nursing home recovering from illness, injury and surgery
For a dear friend of Tony and Sandra Perricone JACKIE SNEAD who is undergoing a double masectomy today.
For HANK SCHMIDT who is going through radiation treatments for stage 2 lung cancer.
For ROSETTA JONES who is recovering from a broken hip at St Jospeh's hospital rehab.
For MRS SISSON (1st grade teacher at Daniel Boone) AND HER NEW BABY, CHLOE, as they both grow stronger with each passing day. Baby Chloe has about 2 mor emonths in the hospital.
For KEN WAGNER who is home and is doing well, although he still has a LONG way to go.
For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, who continues to be up and down because of chemotherapy treatments.
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