|
13 years ago
St. John's Group Email your funny for the day
St. John's Group Email from Mrs. Dreyer for the singers and instrumentalists
Practices will be at the following times this coming Saturday:
3rd-7th grade singers - 9:00 Sat. 12/10
7th & 8th grade instrumentalists - 10:00 Sat. 12/10
Thank you!
St. John's Group Email Injured Veteran needs a ride RIGHT AWAY
This message is from Kia Phillips. Call her at the number below if you can help.
I have an injured veteran who needs to get to any VA ER right away. If you know of anyone that can take him, please let me know immediately
Niakia S. Phillips, LVER
Department of Economic Development
Division of Workforce Development
Warrenton Missouri Career Center
111 Steinhagen Road
Warrenton, Missouri 63383
(636) 456-9467 or toll free (800) 264-5872
Fax: (636) 456-2329
Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful. - Joshua J. Marine
You gotta do what you have to do in order to do what you want to do!
Aveteran, whether they be active duty, retired, national guard, or reserve, is someone who at one point in their life wrote a blank check payable to the United States of America for an amount up to, and including, their life" ( author Unknown)
CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT: This e-mail and any attachments are intended only for those to which it is addressed and may contain information which is privileged, confidential, and prohibited from disclosure or unauthorized use under applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, you are hereby notified that any use, dissemination, or copying of this e-mail or the information contained in this e-mail is strictly prohibited by the sender. If you have received this transmission in error, please return the material received to the sender and delete all copies from your system.
St. John's Group Email Monday, Dec 4, 2011
DEVOTION: But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13-14
By now many of us have been Christmas shopping.
Most of us are pretty much alike in the things we need to make that annual venture into the mobs of madness, which surround the season of gift giving. We get our car keys, our lists, our checkbooks and credit cards. I am willing to say not a single one of our Daily Devotion readers remembered to bring -- and were planning on using -- their cans of tear gas.
Even so, that is exactly what a woman did at a Los Angeles Wal-Mart. Afraid she would not capture her choice presents, she decided to gas the folks who were waiting in line with her. It appears her plan was a success as she managed to move 200 fellow shoppers out of her way.
Police Lieutenant Abel Parga told the Associated Press the lady was "competitive shopping." That's putting the "best construction on everything." If I had been one of those who had found my eyes watering and my throat burning, I would have referred to the lady as being "an out-of-control, over-stressed individual, who had deliberately and with malice aforethought committed a massive assault and battery upon innocent and unsuspecting shoppers."
What the lady did was terribly wrong and hardly the kind of way God's people ought to remember the Savior's birth. The only positive thing I can say about the woman is that she understood better than most the point St. Paul was making in our Daily Devotion text for today.
By that I mean she was successful as she strained toward what lay ahead; she was solid as she pressed on toward her goal; she was single-minded in her desire to win the prize.
Sadly, the acquisition of Christmas presents -- and not the worshipping of the Christ -- was her goal.
In that, I suppose, she is not alone. Maybe you know some folks who go Christmas shopping, but never worship the Lamb of God.
This is why we who have seen the gift of forgiveness and salvation the Babe of Bethlehem has won should always keep His worship at the forefront of our celebrations. The world may see the gifts, but we need to see God's great gift of grace which comes to us in the Person of His Son.
Worshipping and sharing the Savior ... that is the goal toward which we must press this Advent, and always.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, keep me ever mindful that while earthly gifts and presents are nice, they are but a shadow of the gift which is given to us in Jesus' birth. May His presence in our hearts keep all our Christmas' celebrations in proper perspective. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
--
You
By now many of us have been Christmas shopping.
Most of us are pretty much alike in the things we need to make that annual venture into the mobs of madness, which surround the season of gift giving. We get our car keys, our lists, our checkbooks and credit cards. I am willing to say not a single one of our Daily Devotion readers remembered to bring -- and were planning on using -- their cans of tear gas.
Even so, that is exactly what a woman did at a Los Angeles Wal-Mart. Afraid she would not capture her choice presents, she decided to gas the folks who were waiting in line with her. It appears her plan was a success as she managed to move 200 fellow shoppers out of her way.
Police Lieutenant Abel Parga told the Associated Press the lady was "competitive shopping." That's putting the "best construction on everything." If I had been one of those who had found my eyes watering and my throat burning, I would have referred to the lady as being "an out-of-control, over-stressed individual, who had deliberately and with malice aforethought committed a massive assault and battery upon innocent and unsuspecting shoppers."
What the lady did was terribly wrong and hardly the kind of way God's people ought to remember the Savior's birth. The only positive thing I can say about the woman is that she understood better than most the point St. Paul was making in our Daily Devotion text for today.
By that I mean she was successful as she strained toward what lay ahead; she was solid as she pressed on toward her goal; she was single-minded in her desire to win the prize.
Sadly, the acquisition of Christmas presents -- and not the worshipping of the Christ -- was her goal.
In that, I suppose, she is not alone. Maybe you know some folks who go Christmas shopping, but never worship the Lamb of God.
This is why we who have seen the gift of forgiveness and salvation the Babe of Bethlehem has won should always keep His worship at the forefront of our celebrations. The world may see the gifts, but we need to see God's great gift of grace which comes to us in the Person of His Son.
Worshipping and sharing the Savior ... that is the goal toward which we must press this Advent, and always.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, keep me ever mindful that while earthly gifts and presents are nice, they are but a shadow of the gift which is given to us in Jesus' birth. May His presence in our hearts keep all our Christmas' celebrations in proper perspective. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
TODAY'S QUIZ: Who was Demetrius?
TODAY'S QUIZ: Who was Demetrius?
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CATECHISM:
5th commandment: You shall not murder
Question: Does anyone have authority to take another person's life?
Answer:
Yes, lawful government, as God's servant, may execute criminals and fight just wars.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHURCH CALENDAR
Mon- confirmation 5-6:15; all ladies Christmas party at Big Boys 6pm
Tues- Quilters 9-2; Bible study 11:30-12:15
Wed- Ladies Aid Luncheon noon; supper 5:30; bells 6; worship 7; choir 7:30
Thurs- nothing scheduled
Fri- Bible study at Hendershot's 7pm
Sat- 9-11 Children's program practice; 4-7 grade children's choir practice 10am; worship 5pm; youth group Christmas party 6:30
Sun- Bible study 8; worship 9; Sunday school and Bible study 10:15
________________________________________________________________________________________________
NEWS:
NEWS:
DON'T FORGET TO START WORKING ON YOUR PRAYER AND CARE JOURNALS.
If you weren't in church yesterday come next Sunday to see what that means.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
WEDNESDAY, DEC 7 is the second Midweek Advent dinner and worship.
If your elder is Jim Rahn, SteveMcDowell, or Dave Winter you are responsible for bringing a side dish, and a salad or dessert for our first dinner. Your elder will be calling you in the days and weeks ahead.
We will be having a special interview with ABRAHAM as part of our worship at 7pm!
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
GIVING TREE GIFTS ARE DUE BACK THIS SUNDAY, Dec. 11!!!
They will be distributed next week so please get them in pronto!
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH CHRISTMAS PARTY AT THE SCOTT'S this Saturday at 6:30pm
Hey high school kids, please come to Gary and Teresa Scott's house with a white elephant (funny joke gift) to share and to enjoy some good food, fun, and fellowship.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
BUY A POINSETTIA FOR THE ALTAR CHRISTMAS IN MEMORY OF OR IN HONOR OF SOMEONE!!
Please sign the sheet in the narthex by Wednesday, Deember 14. They are $12.50 each.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM PRACTICE AGAIN THIS COMING SATURDAY 9-11am!!
__________________________________________________________________________________________
4-7 GRADE CHOIR PRACTICE iS SUNDAY at 10am
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
PRAYERS: (If I have missed anyone please let me know.)
For EMMA, seven year old granddaughter of Terry and Lynn Russell, and great granddaughter of Elaine Schauer, who has an unidentified growth near her abdomen.
For the FAMILY OF BILL SAGER, former member of St. John's who moved to Oklahoma about five years ago, as he passed away last night after a stroke.
For THE FAMILY OF RUTH CANTRELL as they mourn her passing from death to eternal life.
For the FAMILY OF LEONARD BASS as he passed away to Wednesdays ago and his funeral was last Friday.
For CHERYL HAZEL who is Lil Winter's, daughter in-law's cousin. She has Stage 4 bone cancer.
For BONNIE FRENZIA who is doing much better at home.
For RICH (son of Burket Fickle - she works for Dr. Brady DDS here in Warrenton). He has been, and is, very sick and keeps running high fevers and they don't seem to find out what is causing his illness.
For KEN WAGNER who is at St. Joes in St Charles, and is going through physical therapy after a fractured vertebrae in his neck.
For JANICE MCKENZIE who is having trouble w/ breathing and is undergoing tests.
For ED KOHRS who is at Delmar Gardens in Chesterfield
For Robyn McNew's cousin MARY KUTRIP who is dealing with terminal cancer and has quit doing treatments for it.
For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, who continues to be up and down because of chemotherapy treatments.
--
You
St. John's Group Email Video - Where's The Line To See Jesus - Merry Christmas
St. John's Group Email Bill Sager has passed away
Bill Sager passed away last evening. Please pray for his family and friends.
Dont know any details yet, but will let you know when I hear.
Thanks,
Sue Ruhl
Dont know any details yet, but will let you know when I hear.
Thanks,
Sue Ruhl
St. John's Group Email Prayer for Cheryl Hazel
Please pray for Cheryl Hazel. She has Stage 4 bone cancer. She is Lils's daughter in-law's cousin . Thanks Dave Winter
St. John's Group Email video From the board of evangelism and outreach
An awesome and powerful video that your St. John's Board of Evangelism and Outreach would like to share with you. Please make the time to view this, without any interruptions, sometime soon, if not today. It is a life changer!
We want to encourage you to use those journal sheets Pastor K provided in our bulletins this week-end. We think this video will make Pastor's message a "visual" for you with just how urgent it is to tell others about Jesus. May God bless you with wisdom from His Holy Spirit to go and make disciples!
God's peace on your day!
Your Board of Evangelism and Outreach
St. John's Group Email New telephone numbers
Please make the following changes to your church directory:
The Brazee's have done away with their land line telephone and going all cell.
Don's # 636-359-9697
Carol 636-359-0245
Also, Don Nolte's new telephone # 314-520-8128
Marilyn
St. John's Group Email prayer request
Please pray for my 7 year old granddaughter Emma had an ultra sound test today and has an irregular shaped growth on her abdomen that is growing The results won't be available until next Tuesday. Please pray for her and all of us to give us strength and patience to wait for the results. We are trying to remain positive but it's difficult right now.
Thank you
Lynn Russell
Lindenwood University Email Disclaimer: http://www.lindenwood.edu/emailPolicy.htm
St. John's Group Email Jonas update
Jonas's Updates
November 30
Posted 9 hours agoThese are some very tough days for Jonas. The one-two punch of chemo and ratiation is very difficult to bear. Just over a month ago when Jonas was between the induction phase and the consolidation phase with radiation just beginning, he was feeling faily well and putting on weight. He worked his way back into the chemotherapy and two weeks ago had one of his worst experiences with chemo in a long time. Additionally, the affects of the radiation are cumulative and as he gets further and further into the regimine it is so painful. It has caused a pretty good burn on his left temple, cheek and inside his mouth, the roof and throat. The chemo too causes sores on the muscosa membranes inside his mouth and throughout his digestive tract. Because of this and because the radiation has caused a tightening of the muscles on the left side of his face (and he can barely open his mouth again) he is once again being fed through the tube on his abdomen ( his g-tube ). Just swallowing is painful and he talks very little, if at all. It just hurts to move his tongue. This past week he has been fighting some infection and has had several blood tranfusions and courses of antibiotics. He is losing weight again, riding in the wheelchair instead of walking and his spirits are low. But we are nearing the end of radiation. He has only two more treatments of radiation to go... which is good news, but the bad news is ... he has two more treatments of radiation to go. Then proton therapy radiation will be over. Chemotherapy will continue through the end of March, at least.
I have been having trouble getting pictures to upload on this page lately but will try again today, especially so that when he gets back you won't be too surprised at how he looks.
Lots of people have been asking when he will be back in Kansas City. Our plan is to leave Houston over this upcoming weekend. He is very adamant about going up to school sometime next week, probably not to attend any classes but to to make arrangements for next semester and to see some teachers and friends. Of course all this is dependent upon his health and what he can tolerate....even the travel. We will see.
Thank you for all your well-wishing. Every word of encouragement and hope is dear to our hearts.Send a message
Virtual Gifts
Click on a gift to add it to your message.
Check this to post a private message - only you and the CarePages website manager will be able to view it.
7 Message(s)
[Unable to display image]
[Unable to display image]About Jonas
Jonas has been suffering from intense facial and headache pain
for approximately two months. His...
Photo Gallery
[Unable to display image]
Invite Others
Invite your friends to visit Jonas's CarePages website.
St. John's Group Email visitation and funeral for Leonard (Lenny) Bass
A former member of St. John's, Leonard Bass, passed away in an auto accident last week. A visitation and funeral for him will be at St. John's tomorrow (Friday). Visitation is from 6-7pm and funeral will begin at 7.
Peace be with you all!
Pastor
Peace be with you all!
Pastor
St. John's Group Email Thursday, Dec 1, 2011
DEVOTION: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. Galatians 1:3-5
I've got good news and bad news.
Although that expression is often a fact of life for many of us, for Stacie Crimm it was a definite reality.
The bad news was Crimm had been told she couldn't have children. Period. End of reading.
That is why at the age of 41 she was surprised to find out she was pregnant with the child she had always wanted. You see, I told you there was bad news and good news ...
and bad news.
That came when, a few months into her pregnancy, Crimm was told she had cancer of the neck and head. For her there was a choice. Either she could have the treatment that would save her life and end her unborn child's life, or she could try to carry her child and forfeit her chance for a long life.
I would not hazard to ask you what you would do. You already know what you would do.
Instead, let me tell you what Crimm did. She opted to forego the treatment and give her child a chance for life.
Stacie Crimm died on September 11th. Before she did, from a hospital bed, she had the opportunity of holding her tiny, baby girl -- Dottie Mae.
No matter what you may or may not have done in this lady's place, the truth is this: one person died so another might live.
This, of course, is the story of our Savior. As St. Paul said, we have grace and peace because -- according to God's will and promise -- Jesus gave Himself as the ransom price to save us from our sins and deliver us from a whole wealth of worldly evils.
Sacrificing your child for someone else is probably not what you would have done, but it is the course our Lord took so that we might be saved.
Now I don't know as Dottie Mae grows up how she will feel about that which her mother has done. I pray that you as you grow in faith may become ever more appreciative of the gift of life, which is yours because Jesus Christ died so you might live.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, the words "appreciation" and "thanksgiving" are too poor to express what my heart feels for the ultimate gift of Your Son. Please read in my heart the gratitude my tongue cannot express. This I pray in my Savior's Name. Amen.
Oh, Lord, if it's possible, please keep a close eye on Dottie Mae until -- because of Your Son -- she meets her mother face to face. Amen.
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google
Groups "St. John's Lutheran Church, Warrenton, MO" group.
To unsubscribe from this group, send email to
mailto:stjohnswarrenton+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google
Groups "St. John's Lutheran Church, Warrenton, MO" group.
To unsubscribe from this group, send email to
mailto:stjohnswarrenton+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com
I've got good news and bad news.
Although that expression is often a fact of life for many of us, for Stacie Crimm it was a definite reality.
The bad news was Crimm had been told she couldn't have children. Period. End of reading.
That is why at the age of 41 she was surprised to find out she was pregnant with the child she had always wanted. You see, I told you there was bad news and good news ...
and bad news.
That came when, a few months into her pregnancy, Crimm was told she had cancer of the neck and head. For her there was a choice. Either she could have the treatment that would save her life and end her unborn child's life, or she could try to carry her child and forfeit her chance for a long life.
I would not hazard to ask you what you would do. You already know what you would do.
Instead, let me tell you what Crimm did. She opted to forego the treatment and give her child a chance for life.
Stacie Crimm died on September 11th. Before she did, from a hospital bed, she had the opportunity of holding her tiny, baby girl -- Dottie Mae.
No matter what you may or may not have done in this lady's place, the truth is this: one person died so another might live.
This, of course, is the story of our Savior. As St. Paul said, we have grace and peace because -- according to God's will and promise -- Jesus gave Himself as the ransom price to save us from our sins and deliver us from a whole wealth of worldly evils.
Sacrificing your child for someone else is probably not what you would have done, but it is the course our Lord took so that we might be saved.
Now I don't know as Dottie Mae grows up how she will feel about that which her mother has done. I pray that you as you grow in faith may become ever more appreciative of the gift of life, which is yours because Jesus Christ died so you might live.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, the words "appreciation" and "thanksgiving" are too poor to express what my heart feels for the ultimate gift of Your Son. Please read in my heart the gratitude my tongue cannot express. This I pray in my Savior's Name. Amen.
Oh, Lord, if it's possible, please keep a close eye on Dottie Mae until -- because of Your Son -- she meets her mother face to face. Amen.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: Who was Gallio? The proconsul of Achaia to whom Paul was brought. Acts 18:12-17
YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: Who was Gallio? The proconsul of Achaia to whom Paul was brought. Acts 18:12-17
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CATECHISM:
5th commandment: You shall not murder
Question: What does God promise in this commandment?
Answer:
a. God forbids us to take another person's life, (murder, abortion, euthanasia) or tot ake our own life (suicide).
b. God forbids us to hurt or harm our neighbor physically, that is, to do or say anything which may destroy, shorten, or make his or her life bitter.
c. God forbids us to keep anger and hatred in our hearts against our neighbor.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHURCH CALENDAR
Thurs- Ruth Cantrel visitation 9-11; funeral 11; luncheon to follow
Fri- Jonesburg Nursing Home worship 10:30
Sat- Branson trip leaves 7am; Sunday school Christmas program practice 9:11am; worship 5pm
Sun- Bible study 8; worship 9; 4-7 grade choir practice 4pm; instrumentalist practice 5pm; group returns from Branson 7:30pm
________________________________________________________________________________________________
NEWS:
NEWS:
RUTH CANTRELL VISITATION AND FUNERAL AT St. JOHN'S IS TODAY
visitation- 9-11
funeral- 11
luncehon following the funeral
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
NEXT WEDNESDAY, DEC 7 is the second Midweek Advent dinner and worship.
If your elder is Jim Rahn, SteveMcDowell, or Dave Winter you are responsible for bringing a side dish, and a salad or dessert for our first dinner. Your elder will be calling you in the days and weeks ahead.
We will be having a special interview with ABRAHAM as part of our worship at 7pm!
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
GIVING TREE IS UP!!
Please pick an ornament or two off of the tree. Keep the red ornament for your yourself and sign your name on the corresponding white ornament. Do not feel as though you have to get everything ont he list. Just use common sense. Bring gifts back to church by Dec. 11.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
BUY A POINSETTIA FOR THE ALTAR CHRISTMAS IN MEMORY OF OR IN HONOR OF SOMEONE!!
Please sign the sheet in the narthex by Wednesday, Deember 14. They are $12.50 each.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM PRACTICE THIS SATURDAY 9-11am!!
__________________________________________________________________________________________
4-7 GRADE CHOIR PRACTICE iS SUNDAY at 4pm
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
KID'S INSTRUMENTALIST PRACTICE is SUNDAY at 5pm!!
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
PRAYERS: (If I have missed anyone please let me know.)
For THE FAMILY OF RUTH CANTRELL as they mourn her passing from death to eternal life.
For BONNIE FRENZIA who is hospitalized with complications due to pain medication and also has a bit of pneumonia.
For RICH (son of Burket Fickle - she works for Dr. Brady DDS here in Warrenton). He has been, and is, very sick and keeps running high fevers and they don't seem to find out what is causing his illness.
For KEN WAGNER who is at St. Joes in St Charles, and is going through physical therapy after a fractured vertebrae in his neck.
For BILL SAGER former member of St. Johns who is recovering from a stroke.
For JANICE MCKENZIE who is having trouble w/ breathing and is undergoing tests.
For ED KOHRS who is at Delmar Gardens in Chesterfield
For Robyn McNew's cousin MARY KUTRIP who is dealing with terminal cancer and has quit doing treatments for it.
For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, who continues to be up and down because of chemotherapy treatments.
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google
Groups "St. John's Lutheran Church, Warrenton, MO" group.
To unsubscribe from this group, send email to
mailto:stjohnswarrenton+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google
Groups "St. John's Lutheran Church, Warrenton, MO" group.
To unsubscribe from this group, send email to
mailto:stjohnswarrenton+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)