DEVOTION: Psalm 113
"Who Is like the Lord Our God?"
In this psalm we see David extolling the limitless power and love of God. There is nowhere he won't be. There is no one he won't see. There is nothing he can't do, even making the poor sit with princes and the barren woman have children.
You may want to put limits on God. Your soul might even mistakenly think that God can't help you. Don't put limits on God's help. Don't put restrictions on what God can do. He can do whatever he wants. HE'S GOD!
That doesn't mean he will do everything you want. He may not heal your cancer because he wants you to grow through it, and he wants you to ultimately be with him in paradise, and he will use that cancer to get you there. He may not want you to have a million dollars, because he knows it will ruin your faith. He may not want you to have that new and "better" relationship, but want you to be reconciled in the relationship you already have.
He will and already has sent his Son to die so that you may be saved from eternal death because of your sin. He will care for your so0ul, by giving you His Word and Sacraments. He will give you the power to love and forgive those around you. He will give you the strength to make it through tough times. He will bring you to eternal life.
Trust in God's power to do for you what you NEED. Trust in god's power to redeem you, save you, give you that peace that passes all understanding, and bring you to Himself. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will direct your paths.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for your limitless power. Help me to trust in it and put my whole life in your hands. Amen.
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CALENDAR
Mon- Confirmation 5-6:15; Family Night 6pm; Holy Yoga 7pm
Tues- Quilting 9-2; Trustees 7
Wed- Choir 7pm
Thurs- October Newsletter deadline Karate 6; Medicare for Caregivers 6:30; Pregnancy resource Center meeting at First State Community Bank 7pm; No Lutheranism 101
Fri- 6-12 grade Lock In 10pm; Bible Study at Hendershots 7pm
Sat- Men's breakfast 8am; Lock In ends at 9am; Worship 5pm
"Who Is like the Lord Our God?"
113 Praise the Lord!
Praise, O servants of the Lord,
praise the name of the Lord!
2 Blessed be the name of the Lord
from this time forth and forevermore!
3 From the rising of the sun to its setting,
the name of the Lord is to be praised!
4 The Lord is high above all nations,
and his glory above the heavens!
5 Who is like the Lord our God,
who is seated on high,
6 who looks far down
on the heavens and the earth?
7 He raises the poor from the dust
and lifts the needy from the ash heap,
8 to make them sit with princes,
with the princes of his people.
9 He gives the barren woman a home,
making her the joyous mother of children.
Praise the Lord!
In this psalm we see David extolling the limitless power and love of God. There is nowhere he won't be. There is no one he won't see. There is nothing he can't do, even making the poor sit with princes and the barren woman have children.
You may want to put limits on God. Your soul might even mistakenly think that God can't help you. Don't put limits on God's help. Don't put restrictions on what God can do. He can do whatever he wants. HE'S GOD!
That doesn't mean he will do everything you want. He may not heal your cancer because he wants you to grow through it, and he wants you to ultimately be with him in paradise, and he will use that cancer to get you there. He may not want you to have a million dollars, because he knows it will ruin your faith. He may not want you to have that new and "better" relationship, but want you to be reconciled in the relationship you already have.
He will and already has sent his Son to die so that you may be saved from eternal death because of your sin. He will care for your so0ul, by giving you His Word and Sacraments. He will give you the power to love and forgive those around you. He will give you the strength to make it through tough times. He will bring you to eternal life.
Trust in God's power to do for you what you NEED. Trust in god's power to redeem you, save you, give you that peace that passes all understanding, and bring you to Himself. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will direct your paths.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for your limitless power. Help me to trust in it and put my whole life in your hands. Amen.
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CALENDAR
Mon- Confirmation 5-6:15; Family Night 6pm; Holy Yoga 7pm
Tues- Quilting 9-2; Trustees 7
Wed- Choir 7pm
Thurs- October Newsletter deadline Karate 6; Medicare for Caregivers 6:30; Pregnancy resource Center meeting at First State Community Bank 7pm; No Lutheranism 101
Fri- 6-12 grade Lock In 10pm; Bible Study at Hendershots 7pm
Sat- Men's breakfast 8am; Lock In ends at 9am; Worship 5pm
Sun- Worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; Chapel 11
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WORSHIP WORKERS FOR THIS COMING WEEKEND:
Acolyte- 8:30- Cierra Figura 11- Cameron Faerber
Ushers- Alan Hofeldt, Tim Linke, Rich Talbert, Don Turnure
Altar- Set up- Linda Callies; Clean Up- Pam Linke
Elders- Sat- Randy Fischer; 8:30- Don Turnure; 11- Charlie Figura
Greeters- 8:30- Allan And Barb Dreyer; 11- Doug and Ruth Walters
Lay Readers- Sat- Sandra Perricone; 8:30- Jennifer Figura; 11- Stephanie Owenby
Piano- Sat- Molly Hendershot
Organist- Rachel Fisher
Projectionists: Sat- Perricone; 8:30- Yoder
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: Who was Zadok and why are his descendants so important?
An answer all the way from the Czech Republic!! Thanks Denise!
Zadok was a priest. According to Ezekiel's temple vision from God, only the descendants (sons) of Zadok could draw near to the Lord to minister before him. This is because Zadok didn't stray from God when the others did. The descendants of the other priests were not to come near the Lord, serve as priests or be near his holy things. They only had charge of the duties of the temple and the work that was done in it. The priests and Levites that were descendants of Zadok could stand before the Lord and offer sacrifices. They alone were to enter His sanctuary, come before His table and perform His service.
Denise
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TODAY'S QUIZ: Who are Zophar, Eliphaz and Bildad?
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NEWS!!!!
MEN'S RETREAT REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS THIS FRIDAY!!
Go to www.t3mensretreat.org and register today! I want to see you there.
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LOCK IN THIS FRIDAY FOR ALL YOUTH IN 6TH-!2TH GRADE!!!!
THINGS TO KNOW:
1. It will start at 10pm after the home football game.
2. It will end at 9am after breakfast.
3. If you are coming and bringing friends I need to know! Reply to this email, call or text at 636-359-1061
4. Bring your own snacks and $5 for pizza and breakfast.
4. Bring your own snacks and $5 for pizza and breakfast.
5. Bring your own games, basketballs, etc. to play with
6. There will be several Bible study and devotion times during the night.
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MEN'S BREAKFAST IS THIS SATURDAY MORNING AT 8AM!!
We'll be having breakfast with the youth who come to the lock in, and we'll continue our video study called "Regrets, Reality, Restoration"
We'll be having breakfast with the youth who come to the lock in, and we'll continue our video study called "Regrets, Reality, Restoration"
Menu: pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, fruit
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OUR RALLY DAY AND NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING CELEBRATION WORSHIP WAS FANTASTIC YESTERDAY!!!!
Thanks to all the high school kids who gave their testimonies!!
Thanks to Kelsey for putting together the program and the games for Sunday school!
Thanks to the choir for singing such wonderful songs yesterday!
I am praying that the attendance this past weekend continues!
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OKTOBERFEST IS OCTOBER 1!!
Where? St. John's
What? a genuine Oktoberfest with real German food, bier, polka, games, bounce houses, and lots of fun!!
When? 4-10pm on October 1
What is needed? There are a lot of supplies and volunteers that are needed to make this happen! Call or text Kelsey @ 573-803-7826 to volunteer or to find out what is still needed.
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REGISTRATION FOR THE MEN'S RETREAT IS GOING ON RIGHT NOW!!! DEADLINE IS NEXT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16!!
Go to www.t3mensretreat.org for details or give me a call at 636-359-1061.
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MEIDCARE FOR CAREGIVERS SEMINAR IS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 6:30PM!
Are you taking care of a loved one? Is it in your future? This workshop will help you prepare , from what to gather, how to store information, and how to avoid burning out. Drinks and sandwiches to follow. Call 456-2888 to make a reservation.
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PREGNANCY CENTER PLANNING MEETING THURSDAY AT 7PM AT FIRST STATE COMMUNITY BANK
Be there to show your support for the unborn!
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ANNUAL VENDOR FAIR IS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 9am-2pm!
Vendors should reserve their table through the church office 456-2888. Tables rent for $25 and checks should be madde payable to St. John's Ladies Aid.
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DO YOU SHOP AT KROGER? IF YOU DO YOU CAN EARN MONEY FOR LITTLE LAMBS!!!
Little Lambs receives a percentage of your purchases when you register your Kroger Plus Card number at www.kroger.com/communityawards. Register today!
LITTLE LAMBS ALSO WANTS TO THANK ALL WHO DONATED TO HELP THEM GET THEIR NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT!!
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STEPHEN MINISTRY NEEDS MORE STEPHEN MINISTERS!!
Stephen ministry is a one on one caring ministry in which a person goes through 50 hours off training to be a better listener and care giver. Even if you don't become an active Stephen Minister, this training is beneficial just for your daily life!
Please consider going through the training! It is very beneficial.
And please consider becoming a Stephen Minister. It has been a huge help and benefit to our congregation for the last 13 years, and I would love to see it grow!
Call me at 636-359-1061 to let me know you're interested. Or go to www.stephenministry.org to learn more about it.
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GENERAL PRAYER
For BETTY TAMELER as she heals from two fractured and compressed vertebrae at home.
For PAM BUELTMANN as she recovers from a broken hip at St Joseph's< St Charles Rehab.
For JOYCE PIETZSCHKE as she is recovering from pneumonia and intestinal issues. She Is now in Parklane Rehab in Wentzville.
For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH who is recovering from a severe kidney infection at home.
For LOIS BOEGER'S MOM, who has been placed on hospice care due to cancer. She is at home.
For DENNIS PERREY, who is recovering at home from a very serious tractor and brush hog accident. He has 6 broken ribs, both lungs were punctured and, 2 vertebrae were cracked.
For BOB RUHL, who is recovering from heart surgery and infections at New Florence Care Center for the next month.
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