Monday, July 16, 2012

DEVOTION: (from Lutheran Hour Ministries)
Jesus said) "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." John10:10

Seventeen-year-old Australian Shaun Wilson-Miller has died. The cause of death: the second heart which had been transplanted into him, had been rejected.

Before he died, Wilson-Miller said a number of things -- things which are pretty profound for a young man.

The first thing of note is that Wilson-Miller was realistic as to his future. In a video he commented, "I won't be here for as long as I thought." It is sad so many other folks don't come to a similar conclusion. Indeed, many live as if they will never die, as if they never needed a Savior.

Wilson-Miller also said, "This (life) has been an awesome ride, I have no regrets. Live life to the fullest because you never know what's going to happen."

Although Wilson-Miller said he had no regrets, later in the video he admitted to one sadness he had encountered. While in the hospital he fell in love with another heart patient. He said, "The hardest thing for me is leaving her, knowing that I won't get to marry her, to have kids together, to grow old together. That is what makes me sad.

As I said, pretty profound thoughts from a young man facing death.

Most of us would agree with Wilson-Miller ... this world can be a pretty awesome place. Every day the Lord surrounds us with opportunities and challenges, difficulties, decisions -- and His grace. Even more, He wants us to live that life to its fullest.

True, because of sin our lives will never have the perfection the Lord had originally established. But, with Jesus, we can have an abundant life.

Because of His life and death, we who acknowledge Him as Savior have forgiveness and eternity. Because of His ongoing presence and the blessings from the Holy Spirit, we know we are not alone. Because of His victory over the grave, we know that we too shall rise.

Yes, I like Shaun Wilson-Miller. He was right about many things and wrong in this: because of Jesus and the salvation He has given to us, His people know exactly what is going to happen.

THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, for having given Your Son's life so my life may be filled and overflowing, I am thankful. Now I pray for the others in the world who are not sure of today, tomorrow and eternity. May they be brought to know and believe in the Scriptural truth which says, "Because Jesus lives, we shall live also." In His Name. Amen.    
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TODAY'S QUIZ: Name one verse in Isaiah that talks about the Messiah.
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CATECHISM:
Question:  What do you therefore confess about Jesus Christ, the God-man?
Answer: I believe that Jesus Christ is my Lord and my Redeemer, whom I love and serve with my whole life.
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CALENDAR:

MONDAY -FRIDAY- VBS; Jump into the River of Life; supper 5:30; FUN 6-8pm

Mon- Worship task force meeting 7pm

Tues- Quilters 9-2; Bible Class on Luke 11:30-12:15; Council meeting 7pm; no Alpha

Wed- Ladies Aid (mite box ingathering) 1pm; newsletter deadline

Sat- Men's Retreat 9am-8pm; worship 5pm
Sun- worship 9; Sunday school and Bible class 10:15; worship 11am 
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NEWS:

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL BEGINS TONIGHT!!!!!!

5:30 SUPPER
FUN GOES FROM 6-8pm each night!!! 

 

We need a few helpers for the kitchen tonight!!  If anyone can help please call me at 636-359-1061

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MEN'S RETREAT  THIS SATURDAY AT THE SCHIRR'S HOUSE 9am-8pm

It will be a very relaxing time with lots of good food, fellowship, and a bit of God's Word. 

 

Come and go as you need to.  $25 per person.  Make checks payable to Walt Schirr.  WE NEED TO KNOW ASAP HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE GOING TO BE THERE SO PLEASE CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE TODAY TO LET US KNOW!!!

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CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL AND ADULT BIBLE STUDY ARE STILL GOING ON IN THE SUMMER TIME!!  9:45 EVERY SUNDAY!!

In adult Bible class this week we will be studying the concept of "The Certainty of Faith". 

 

The kids do a short video based devotion, have some fun time, and do a neat craft to take home!! 

 

 Please join us and grow in your faith along with the rest of us!!! 

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PROJECTOR SCHEDULE  (Please help to fill the dates!!)

July 21- Pamb
July 22- 8:30-  Don and Ann Panhorst                     11-
 
July 28- Pamb 
July 29- 8:30- Don and Ann Panhorst                      11-
 
Aug 4-
Aug 5- 8:30- Denise Schlesselmann                       11- Mckenzie
 
Aug 11-  Mckenzie
Aug 12- 8:30- Don and Ann Panhorst                      11-
 
Aug 18-
Aug 19- 8:30-  Julie Schaumberg                     11-
 
Aug 25-
Aug 26- 8:30-                       11- Mckenzie
 
Sept 1-
Sept 2- 8:30-                        11-
 
Sept 8-
Sept 9- 8:30-  Denise                      11-
 
Sept 15-
Sept 16- 8:30-                       11-
 
Sept 22-
Sept 23- 8:30-                       11-
 
Sept 29- Mckenzie
Sept 30- 8:30-                       11-
 
Oct 6-
Oct 7- 8:30- Denise                          11-
 
Oct 13-
Oct 14- 8:30-                         11-
 
Oct 20-
Oct 21- 8:30-                          11- Mckenzie
 
Oct 27- Mckenzie
Oct 28- 8:30-                          11-
 
Nov. 3-
Nov. 4-  8:30- Denise                          11-
 
Nov. 10-
Nov. 11- 8:30-                         11-
 
Nov. 17- Mckenzie
Nov. 18- 8:30-                         11-
 
Nov. 24- Mckenzie 
Nov. 25- 8:30-                         11-
 
Dec. 1-
Dec. 2- 8:30- Denise                          11-
 
Dec. 5- (Midweek Advent 1) Mckenzie
 
Dec. 8-
Dec. 9- 8:30-                            11-
 
Dec. 12- (Midweek Advent 2) Mckenzie
 
Dec. 15-
Dec. 16- 8:30-                          11-
 
Dec. 19- (Midweek Advent 3)  mckenzie
 
Dec. 22-
Dec. 23- 8:30-  Mckenzie                        11-
 
Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)  7pm    Mckenzie                        11pm
Dec. 25 (Christmas day) 9am
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BLOOD DRIVE IN AUGUST

Denise Schlesselmann is again organizing a blood drive with the Red Cross for the beginning of August.  She has lists of people that need to be called and informed of the blood drive.   Please email her at bookanddoglover@yahoo.com to let her know you can help!!

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STEWARDSHIP SPOLIGHT FOR THE MONTH OF JULY IS CONCORDIA SEMINARY FOOD BANK

July stewardship opportunity is the Concordia Seminary Food Bank to assist student families while attending school.

At the present time, we are only recommending money donations (rather than food items) so that the Food Bank may purchase perishables and other items most in need. 

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PRAYERS:   

For FARMERS AND MANY OTHERS WHO DEPEND ON WATER FOR THEIR LIVELIHOOD, as they all deal with this severe drought.

 

FOR KEN WAGNER as he is recovering well at Delmar Gardens from a broken hip.

 

For DOLORES DEBLAZE who continues to deal with treatments for cancer.

 

For GENE SIEBOLD as he has begun cheomotherapy treatments for esophogeal cancer.
 

For BOB LAMPEN, Karin Klaustermeier's dad, as he is struggling with his chemotherapy.

 

For CAROLINE BUELTMANN who is now at Jonesburg Nursing Home recovering from heart troubles.  

  

For JEANETTE KOEHLER who is continuing her therapy at Troy Nursing Home.