DEVOTION: Revelation 14:6-76 Then I saw another angel flying directly overhead, with an eternal gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on earth, to every nation and tribe and language and people. 7 And he said with a loud voice, "Fear God and give him glory, because the hour of his judgment has come, and worship him who made heaven and earth, the sea and the springs of water."
This is the First reading for Reformation Sunday. Why? Because it speaks of the "Eternal Gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on the earth." The GOSPEL is what the Reformation was all about, and what it is still about 499 years later. Next year we will celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. In 1517, on All Hallows Eve (Halloween), Luther nailed his famous 95 Theses (If you don't know what the 95 theses are you're not a real Lutheran. hehe Just google it.) to the Castle church door in Wittenberg where he was a professor. It set off a firestorm that would not be quenched. Our church is a product of it. Your real, authentic, grace based faith is a product of it.
Because of the Holy Spirit working through the Word and bringing the Gospel to light in and through Luther, you have the Gospel, the good news that Jesus suffered, died and rose again to take away your sins. Before Luther the New Testament was only in Latin. Luther translated it into German. Before Luther only the priest had the knowledge of Scripture and they usually kept it for themselves. After Luther, all people had the opportunity to know the Gospel and all of God's Word fully!
The world is still full of people who have not heard the truth of the Gospel. It is full of people who are going to hell unless they hear and believe the good news. We have the same opportunities that Luther did. We are able, just among our own sphere of influence, to give the Gospel to those who are perishing eternally without it.
Get to work! Be intentional about inviting people to worship! Get to worship yourself! Care for people in their times of need so that you may have a way into their heart to share the good news. Love people! FORGIVE PEOPLE!! Give that peace that passes all understanding! Get to work and share the Gospel so that the whole number of believers will be achieved and Jesus can finally come back and restore everything to what it should be.
Prayer: Holy Spirit, move my heart, hands, feet, and mouth to bring the Gospel to the whole earth. Amen.
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CALENDAR
Tues- Quilting 9-2
Wed- Oak Pointe Worship 10am; Choir 7pm
Thurs- Karate 5:30-7:30; Lutheranism 101 6:30pm
Fri- Newsletter assembly 9am
Sat- Worship 5pm
Sun- Worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; Chapel 11; Bible Study with Kelsey noon; WORK DAY NOON-5pm
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WORSHIP WORKERS FOR THIS COMING WEEKEND:
Acolyte- 8:30- Abby Vossen 11- Gus Klaustermeier
Ushers- Charlie Figura, Jason Figura, Brett Nordwald, Erv Yoder
Altar- Set up- Cheri' Hofeldt ; Clean Up- John and Anna Hoenig
Elders- Sat- Charlie Figura; 8:30- Don Turnure; 11- Dave Winter
Greeters- 8:30- Tom and Pam Linke; 11- Dave and Lil Winter
Lay Readers- Sat- Marcia Sevier 8:30- Amber Vossen; 11- Stephanie Owenby
Piano- Sat- Molly Hendershot; Sun 11- Rachel Fisher
Organist- Rachel Fisher
Projectionists: No projection this week (Projector will be fixed this Sunday during the work day and will be ready for use for Nov. 6)
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: Where is Capernaum? (I'll leave it up for another day.)
This is the First reading for Reformation Sunday. Why? Because it speaks of the "Eternal Gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on the earth." The GOSPEL is what the Reformation was all about, and what it is still about 499 years later. Next year we will celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. In 1517, on All Hallows Eve (Halloween), Luther nailed his famous 95 Theses (If you don't know what the 95 theses are you're not a real Lutheran. hehe Just google it.) to the Castle church door in Wittenberg where he was a professor. It set off a firestorm that would not be quenched. Our church is a product of it. Your real, authentic, grace based faith is a product of it.
Because of the Holy Spirit working through the Word and bringing the Gospel to light in and through Luther, you have the Gospel, the good news that Jesus suffered, died and rose again to take away your sins. Before Luther the New Testament was only in Latin. Luther translated it into German. Before Luther only the priest had the knowledge of Scripture and they usually kept it for themselves. After Luther, all people had the opportunity to know the Gospel and all of God's Word fully!
The world is still full of people who have not heard the truth of the Gospel. It is full of people who are going to hell unless they hear and believe the good news. We have the same opportunities that Luther did. We are able, just among our own sphere of influence, to give the Gospel to those who are perishing eternally without it.
Get to work! Be intentional about inviting people to worship! Get to worship yourself! Care for people in their times of need so that you may have a way into their heart to share the good news. Love people! FORGIVE PEOPLE!! Give that peace that passes all understanding! Get to work and share the Gospel so that the whole number of believers will be achieved and Jesus can finally come back and restore everything to what it should be.
Prayer: Holy Spirit, move my heart, hands, feet, and mouth to bring the Gospel to the whole earth. Amen.
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CALENDAR
Tues- Quilting 9-2
Wed- Oak Pointe Worship 10am; Choir 7pm
Thurs- Karate 5:30-7:30; Lutheranism 101 6:30pm
Fri- Newsletter assembly 9am
Sat- Worship 5pm
Sun- Worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; Chapel 11; Bible Study with Kelsey noon; WORK DAY NOON-5pm
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WORSHIP WORKERS FOR THIS COMING WEEKEND:
Acolyte- 8:30- Abby Vossen 11- Gus Klaustermeier
Ushers- Charlie Figura, Jason Figura, Brett Nordwald, Erv Yoder
Altar- Set up- Cheri' Hofeldt ; Clean Up- John and Anna Hoenig
Elders- Sat- Charlie Figura; 8:30- Don Turnure; 11- Dave Winter
Greeters- 8:30- Tom and Pam Linke; 11- Dave and Lil Winter
Lay Readers- Sat- Marcia Sevier 8:30- Amber Vossen; 11- Stephanie Owenby
Piano- Sat- Molly Hendershot; Sun 11- Rachel Fisher
Organist- Rachel Fisher
Projectionists: No projection this week (Projector will be fixed this Sunday during the work day and will be ready for use for Nov. 6)
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: Where is Capernaum? (I'll leave it up for another day.)
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NEWS!!!!
WORK DAY COMING UP OCTOBER 30, NOON-5PM!!
There will be a Work Day for everyone to help fix up and spruce up things around church on Sunday, Oct 30, from noon-5pm.
There will be plenty to do on that day for everyone.
There will be plenty to do on that day for everyone.
If anyone would like to help, but is not available on Oct 30, the following items could be done prior to that date:
1. Remove wooden enclosure that houses aluminum recycling
2. Trim bushes around church building
3. Cut down tree in the playground area]
4. Replace bulb and/or ballast in light by back door of preschool area
5. Clean the sink in the janitor's closet in the preschool area
6. Repair and/or replace exhaust fans in preschool bathrooms
If you have any questions or anything you'd like added to the list, please contact Brett Nordwald at 636-359-4400
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TRUNK OR TREAT ON HALLOWEEN, Monday, October 31, 6-8pm!!
Come and enjoy some fellowship and fun and all the little kids dressed up in their costumes! The back half of the parking lot will be roped off at 6pm so be in your parking spot by then for the safety of the kids!
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MEDICARE PART D WORKSHOP AND INFORMATIONAL MEETING ON TUESDAY NOVEMBER 1
St. Charles Eldercare will be here at church from 4-6pm to help you through your plan. There is no cost or obligation for them to review your present drug plan to make sure you have the best one for your needs. Bring a list of your medications, the dosages, and frequency you take them. Registration is not required. Sponsored by the Senior Services Resource Group.
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OUR BELL CHOIR IS BEING RESURRECTED FOR ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS!!
They need ringers!!!! If you're interested please contact Alan Hofeldt at 456-3070
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RELIGIOUS CHRISTMAS CARDS ARE FOR SALE FROM THE LADIES AID IN THE COUNTER IN THE BASEMENT FELLOWSHIP HALL
Prices are marked on the bottom of the box. You may purchase them from any Ladies Aid member or from the office.
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ANNUAL VENDOR FAIR, BAKE SALE, AND LUNCHEON 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 made payable to St. John's Ladies Aid.
Quilt donation tickets are available from the quilters or from the church office for $1 each or 6 for $5. The quilt will be awarded at the Fair on at 2pm on Saturday, Nov. 5.
Vendors already signed up are:
Pampered Chef
Avon
Scentsy
Thirty One
Primitive Crafts
Finger Puppets and Animal nets
Jewelry
American Girl Doll Clothes
Luncheon will be hot dogs, chili, and pie
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OPERATION BACKPACK ITEMS COLLECTED FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER ARE CANNED VEGETABLES
Any size can, and any kind of vegetable is appreciated. Place them in the receptacle marked "Backpack Blessings" in the narthex.
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SCRIP ORDERS ARE ALWAYS PLACED ON THE FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH!!
You can place your orders anytime before that! Order forms are on the counter in the narthex or you can get them in Marilyn's office. If you want another retailer on the list let Marilyn know!
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AGAPE DONATIONS ALWAYS ACCEPTED!!
Any nonperishable food items, diapers, toiletries, etc.!!
Perishable food items can be taken directly to Agape at 713 Powell St. in Warrenton. Call 456-4645 to find out when they're open or for more info.
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QUILT RAFFLE TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR $1 EACH OR 6 for $5!!
Call the church office to reserve them or come by and purchase them! The quilt will be awarded on November 5 at 2pm at the Ladies Aid Vendor Fair and Luncheon!!
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YOUR KROGER CARD CAN EARN MONEY FOR LITTLE LAMBS
Go to www.kroger.com/communityawards and register your card today!!
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GENERAL PRAYER
For WHITEY MARSHALL, as he recovers from back surgery.
For BOB RUHL as he is home on hospice care.
For PAT GERDING, Vickie McRae's brother in law, who was in a terrible car accident and is on life support with brain damage.
For NORM BELINSKY, a friend of Jim and Vickie McRae, who is dealing with cancer treatments.
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.
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