Tuesday, March 17, 2015

DEVOTION: 
After that whole generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation grew up, who knew neither the Lord nor what he had done for Israel.  Judges 2:10
 
It's the parent's fault.  That's all I can say.  They didn't teach their children to know the Lord.  They didn't make a discipline out of attending God's house for worship.  They didn't pray regularly.  They didn't talk about God when they sat down to eat, when they got up, when they walked on the road, or when they went to bed.  That's what happened. 
 
I hate it when parents decide to let their children make their own decision when it comes to God, Religion, or faith.  Do you let them make their own decision when it comes to brushing their teeth, going to grandma's house, cleaning up their room, or eating their vegetables.  Heck no!  So why would you let them make up their own minds with something of so very much more importance.  Excuse my French, but that's just plain stupid and irresponsible. 
 
A high school classmate of mine died yesterday while on vacation in California trying to rescue his son.  His son had slipped on a rock and fell into the ocean.  He jumped in and actually was able to push his boy to safety, but just as he was trying to get out himself a huge wave came and pulled him back into the ocean.  He drowned.  He is in heaven now!  Why?  Because his parents introduced him to the Lord and made sure that he knew the Lord!!  he grew up knowing Jesus as Savior! 
 
What if his parents had decided to let him make up his own mind and never talked to him about Jesus? What if they had never taken him to the waters of Holy Baptism?  What if it is was left up to him?
 
To be sure there are thousands of people who came to faith without their parents help.  There are millions who never heard a word about their Savior from the people who raised them  BUT WHY WOULD YOU, WHO KNOW THE LORD, TAKE THAT CHANCE, when you know that the child's eternal life is at stake? 
 
I'm speaking to parents today when I say, MAKE SURE YOUR CHILDREN KNOW THE LORD!  If you do one good thing in your life, make it this one!  Bring them to church!  Bring them to Sunday school.  Go to Sunday school yourself so that they see, know, and understand how important knowing the Lord is to you!  KNOW THE LORD YOURSELF TOO!  You won't be disappointed!
 
I'm so thankful that I was born to parents who made sure that I knew the Lord, that they made me go to worship even when I didn't want to go.  That they spent time with me memorizing the Scripture, that they sent me to  Lutheran school, and that they continue to care deeply about my spiritual life! 
 
My prayer is that your kids have parents like mine! 
 
Prayer:  Lord God, help parent to make good decisions in raising their kids to know you.  Amen.
 
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MISSION STATEMENT:   As the body of Christ, we strive to make disciples of all, focusing on the next generation through growing
UP in God's Word and Sacraments
OUT into the community by caring for physical and spiritual needs
TOGETHER in fellowship to build lasting relationships in Christ.
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ:     How old was Joshua when he died? 110

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CALENDAR: 

Tues- Quilting 9-2; Bible study 11:30-12:15; Council meeting 7pm

Wed- Ladies Aid noon; Supper 5:30; Worship 6:30 (Pastor at circuit pastor's meeting all day)
Thurs- Karate 5:30

Fri- 7 and 8 graders and chaperones leave at 3:30 for Camp Windermere
Sat- Worship 5pm
Sun- Worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; Worship 11; Pastor Jim Prince is here to preach and lead worship and Bible study this weekend.
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WORSHIP WORKERS:  
Acolyte-  Wed- Dawn Sherman 8:30- Dustin Toedebusch, 11- Gus Klaustermeier
Ushers-  Wed- Alan Hofeldt, Tim Linke, Rich Talbert, Don Turnure: Sun- Scott Heitgerd, Alex Heitgerd, Bob Linke, Tom Linke
Altar- Wed Candles Terry Mckenzie; Sun Set up- Ruth Walters, Clean Up- Betty Schirr and Cheryl Bettlach
Communion Assistants- Sat- John Hachtel; 8:30- Rich Talbert; 11- Dave Winter
Greeters- 8:30- Don Nolte 11- Mike and Naomi Johnson
Lay readers- Sat- John Hachtel 8:30- Jacob Nagel; 11- Jennifer Figura
Sat Pianist- Tim Sherman
Organist: Melissa Pedersen
Projectionists: Sat- No projector this weekend
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NEWS: 

 

RESULTS OF SPECIAL VOTER'S MEETING YESTERDAY

After a presentation by Kent Jacobsmeyer, and a bit of discussion, It was decided by the voters that there would be two committees set up to move us forward in a timely manner with this bulding project.  Volunteers are welcome and needed for both committees, but especially the finance committee.

 

Brief Explanation and duties of committees: 

 

1. Planning Committee

Who/How many?  6-10 voting members

 

How long? Approximately 3-6 months

 

What to do? (Scope off work)-- Communicate with members of St. John's to determine what our needs and goals of a building are.  Work to develop "Scope off work" that is used to determine if current plan meets our needs or a new plan needs to be developed to meet the current needs of the church.

 

Attributes of committee members- creativity, communication, ability to network with all members of the church

 

Outside assistance: Elmer Wind, Wind architecture has volunteered his time to assist in helping the Planning committee develop a proper scope of work and the criteria to look at when selecting an architect.

 

2. Finance Committee:

Who/how many- 1-3 voting members

Term- beginning to end of project

 

Task- Provide the voice of fiscal responsibility  when determining the building project's needs vs. wants and be the checks and balances when decisions are made where capital is required and expenses are incurred.

 

Attributes needed- strong fiscal understanding, fund raising capabilities, analytical

 

Outside assistance, Dennis Klussmann with LCEF has worked with several church in the same situation as we are in now.  Dennis can work with us to help us determine the availability of financing as well as general guidelines of Capital Campaign programs.

 

 

Both of these committees will begin their work as soon as they can be established and a meeting date and time can be reached. 

 

Please pray for them as they work for the good of the church and as God guides them! 

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MIDWEEK LENTEN SUPPER AND WORSHIP Wednesday, SUPPER 5:30; WORSHIP 6:30!!
 
Menu:  Mostaccioli, garlic bread, salad, and DESSERT
 
Worship Theme:  "Calling Us Home..... Suffering"
 
Invite your friends and neighbors!!  Enjoy some good food, great fellowship, and God's Word all in the span of two hours!!

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CHURCH WORK DAY SATURDAY, MARCH 28 8am-noon!!

 

The board of trustees needs your help!!

 

All sorts of work will need to get done!  Bring your tools, paint brushes, gloves, and whatever else you may have that would be useful for work!

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FELLOWSHIP REFRESHMENT SIGN UP SHEET NEEDS TO GET FILLED UP!!!
Here's what we have so far:
Mar 22- Luebkes
Mar 29-????
Apr 5-  EASTER BREAKFAST
Apr 12-???
Apr 19- ???
Apr. 26- ???
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ST. JOHN'S YELLOW PAGES
If you didn't get your business card in this month's newsletter get them in to the office for the April newsletter!! This advertising is free to members.  Many times members call and ask if there are members who are in a certain business or profession.  People would always rather do business with fellow church members when they can.
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DO YOU HAVE A KROGER CARD?  ENROLL IT IN THE COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM!!!
Register online and have it swiped each time you shop. 
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SAVE THE DATE!!!!  OUR FIRST ANNUAL FALL CARNIVAL WILL BE HELD SEPTEMBER 12, 2015!!!
We are looking for ideas for carnival games and also donations of carnival game prizes for the vent.  Please donate prizes into the cardboard box in the narthex.  Also, if any one has an idea for a carnival game, or a game itself they would like to donate please contact Joanna Hoelscher at 636-485-0635 or Karla Christophene at 314-397-1375.

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TRAVELING FELLOWSHIP GROUP TRIP TO THE CLYDESDALE FARM AND THE JEFFERSON CITY STATE PENITENTIARY ON SATURDAY APRIL 11!!
We will visit the Warm Springs Ranch, World headquarters of the Budweiser Clydesdale OPERATION.  After the tour of the ranch and some refreshments compliments of Budweiser, we will enjoy lunch at Settler's Inn.  After that we are on to Jeff City for a tour of the historic Missouri State Penitentiary.  An ICE CREAM BREAK us scheduled at Central dairy to round out the day.  Reservations and tickets have to be purchased so it is NECESSARY that you SIGN UP NOW!!!  Complete cost will be determined by number of people going. 
 
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
For OUR CONGREGATION AS WE SLOWLY MOVE FORWARD WITH OUR BUILDING PROGRAM!!

 

For OUR DCE, KELSEY OVERBECK, that the Lord moves a congregation in need of her abilities to call her into full time DCE ministry.

 

For DAVE KOHRS who began chemo treatment last Tuesday. 

 

For DAVE TINNIN'S MOM, JANE, as she continues to recover from several strokes and seizures.
 
For WILMA WEIGLE as she is having a lot of difficulty with congestion and possible pneumonia. .

For DANIELLE MEINE, a senior at WHS, a friend to many kids at St. john's, and a rider on Karin's bus since kindergarten, who has a very serious form of cancer.

For DENISE SCHLESSELMANN as she continues to work hard to bring the people of the Czech Republic to Christ. .
  

 

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