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Habitat for Humanity Work Day June 15

Habitat for Humanity project day June 15!

Habitat for Humanity, St. Charles, along with corporate sponsor Thrivent Builds, has scheduled the volunteers from St. John's Lutheran Church and the Warrenton community for a work day on Saturday, June 15.

Approximately 6 people from Warrenton will be needed to help install doors, windows, and siding. Lunch and beverages will be provided. In addition to our volunteers, we will be paired up with Immanuel Lutheran Church, Wentzville, to get a full crew.

Please contact Ron Harper, the Habitat volunteer coordinator, if you are able to participate on Saturday, June 15 from 8:00am-3:30pm.

Ron Harper's contacts: (H) 636-300-1633

Directions to site: I-70 to US 79 South ( 79 turns into Birdie Hills south of Mexico Rd.)

Go past the Church on the Rock

Turn Right on Eisenhower

Left on Nixon

Left on Clinton and look for the construction area.

If using GPS, use the house across the street at 113 Clinton.

Thank you for helping.

Alan Hofeldt

St. John's Lutheran Church, Warrenton

(H) 636-456-3070

alanhofeldt@yahoo.com

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You have been contacted because you indicated an interested in helping with this project, and I have been asked to help coordinate and notify volunteers of the scheduled activities. Please call Ron Harper, the Habitat volunteer coordinator, if you are able to work that Saturday or have further questions. Please contact Alan Hofeldt if you know of anyone who would like to be added to the Warrenton volunteer list, or to be removed from further notices.

Friday, May 24, 2013

DEVOTION: They returned to Lystra and to Iconium and to Antioch, strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying that through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God. Acts 14:21-22

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

The salvation story of Jesus Christ reaches around the world. So that the readers of our Daily Devotion may see the power of the Savior on a global scale, we have asked the volunteers of our International Ministry Centers to write our Friday devotions. We pray that the Spirit may touch your day through their words.

In Christ, I remain, His servant and yours,
Kenneth R. Klaus
Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour

Today, as in the past, people are living and suffering with different kinds of pain.

You know the list: there is physical, mental and spiritual pain. Pain can make people cry and hurt; it can make them feel sad, exhaust them, and make them angry. No one wants pain, but we cannot escape it. It is part of the sinful human tragedy that we are born in pain, and we shall die in pain.

I must confess I also have pains in my life. Depending on the day and moment I am pained by family, health and finances. Goodness, the list goes on and on. I have noticed when I am in pain, I often go to God and hear myself challenge: "Why did You give this particular pain to me? Are You there when I am in pain? Are You happy to see I am in pain?"

I'm not proud I've asked those questions. I'm not pleased I don't always understand what the Lord is trying to convey. I'm a weak sinner, and I must confess that enough pain can almost make a person lose his mind and, even worse, their trust and faith in God.

Oh, I forgot one thing: when I'm in pain, I never want to blame myself. I always want to place the blame for the problems on others.

At least that's the way it used to be.

Then, one day I was changed. That day I read an article about a girl who was born without the capacity to feel pain. She grew up without knowing pain. She didn't know the things which were bad and dangerous for her. Without pain it was easy for her to seriously cut her hand. Without pain she hardly noticed when boiling water scalded her body. All these incidents left her scarred and led her to contemplate suicide.

At the end of the article the author concluded that pain is a friend. Through pain we learn what is good for us and what is bad.

Spiritually, the same is true. Without pain we cannot know what is eternally dangerous to us. To help us grow and learn, God allows pain to come. It is His way of shielding us from something which could be far worse. As M. Scott Peck said, "Pain is a phenomenon of grace, a gift of God, a message to initiate self-examination and repair."

There's one other thing which must be said: God never leaves us alone in this pain. He always is with us and making sure that pain is constructive and not overwhelming. In this way He teaches us and gives us those blessings that can draw a believing heart closer to Him.

It is my hope you understand what I've been trying to say. I hope you will also, like Job, learn to know all the pains that God allows are blessings to help us endure. They are blessings which, in God's good time, will prove to be beneficial.

And that, my friends, is the promise of 2 Corinthians 12:9, where the Lord says because of My Son's sacrifice, "My grace is sufficient for you."

THE PRAYER: Our Heavenly Father, only through faith can we thank You for pains in our lives. These make us strong, mature us, and increase our trust and faith in You. And, dear Lord, if I doubt, grant me a faith to always believe Your ways are right -- and from a loving Lord. In the Name of Jesus I ask it. Amen.

Biography of Author: Today's international devotion was written by Myo Aundra Maw, who is the program supervisor for Word of Hope, Lutheran Hour Ministries' office in Myanmar. From its ministry center in Yangon, Word of Hope connects with people in this Southeast Asian country of more than 60 million people through radio programs, video and print materials, music and puppet performances, film showings, children's ministries, and more. Using Bible Correspondence Courses (BCC) and Equipping the Saints (ETS) resources, the Gospel has gone forth since LHM first established its presence there in 1999.

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TUESDAY'S QUIZ: According to Proverbs what are some kinds of things a fool does?

Here's the long and short of it from Pam Bueltmann

I have finished my Bible Study for the day.

A chattering fool comes to ruin;

The mouth of a fool invites ruin

Spreads slander

Pleasure in evil conduct

A fool will be a servant to the wise

The way of a fool seems right to him

A fool shows his annoyance at once

A fool exposes his folly

A fools talk brings a rod to his back

A fool is hotheaded and reckless

The mouth of a fool gushes folly

A fool spurns his father's discipline

The mouth of a fool feeds on folly

Arrogant lips are unsuited to a fool

A hundred lashes does not impress a fool

Better to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than a fool in his folly

What use is money in the hand of a fool , since he has no desire to get wisdom?

To have a fool for a son brings grief, there is no joy for the father of a fool.

A fools eyes wander to the end of the earth

Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent

A fool finds no pleasure in understanding, but delights in airing his own opinions

A fool's mouth is his undoing, and his lips are a snare to his soul

Better a poor man whose walk is blameless than a fool whose lips are perverse

It is not fitting for a fool to live in luxury

A fool is quick to quarrel

do not speak to a fool for he will scorn the wisdom of your words

Wisdom is too high for a fool: in the assembly at the gate he has nothing to say

Honor is not fitting for a fool

Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will be like him )?
Answer a fool according to his folly, or he will be wise in his own eyes. ) ?

Like a lame man's legs that hang limp is a proverb in the mouth of a fool

Like tying a stone in a sling is the giving of honor to a fool

Like a thornbush in a drunkards hand is a proverb in the mouth of a fool

Like an archer who wounds at random is he who hires a fool or any passerby

As a dog returns to his vomit, so a fool repeats his folly

Do you see a wise man in his own eyes? there is more hope for a fool than for him

Stone is heavy and sand a burden, but provocation by a fool is heavier than both

Though you grind a fool in a mortar, grinding him like grain with a pestle, you will not remove his folly from him.

He who trusts in himself is a fool

If a wise man goes to court with a fool, the fool rages and scoffs, and there is no peace

A fool gives full vent to his anger

There is more hope for a fool than a man who speaks in haste

A servant who becomes king, a fool who is full of food

If you have played the fool and exalted yourself, or if you have planned evil, clap your hand over your mouth!!!!!!!!

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FRIDAY'S QUIZ: According to Proverbs, what does a sluggard do?

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CALENDAR

Fri- St. John's night at the Rascal's game leave from church at 6pm

Sat- worship 5pm

Sun- worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; worship 11

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RIVER CITY RASCAL'S GAME THIS FRIDAY AT T.R. HUGHES BALLPARK!!!!

If you are meeting us there, when you get your tickets, just tell them you are from St. John's Lutheran Church in Warrenton.

Don't forget your $25!!

Here is who I have going so far:

Taryn Linke

Torre Linke

Jon Statler

another friend of Torre Linke

Brett Nordwald

Amanda Nordwald

Alan Hofeldt

Marvin Hendershot

Molly Hendershot

Kevin and Sarah Smith

Craig and Tabitha Reinhart and 4 others

Pastor

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MEN'S BREAKFAST HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 1 AT 8am!!

Come and enjoy a hearty breakfast, fellowship, and Bible Study as we grow together as men in the faith! We would like to get a good head count of who will be there, so please RSVP by replying to this email! Thanks!

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BIBLESTICKS FOR SOLDIERS

Make checks payable to St. John's for $25 or more and write "Bible sticks" in the memo line of the check or on the envelope you put the check in.

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PRAYER REQUESTS:

For KARIN, GUS and CARA as they fly to New York City to visit Karin's cousins with her sister and nephews this weekend.

For LIL WINTER who is recovering at home from diverticulitis. .

For PAT KING'S COUSIN whose surgery was postponed due to heart palpitations and irregular heartbeat.

For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH, who will be having surgery June 14 to remove his bladder due to cancer

For RICK SPINIOLAS who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and will be beginning chemotherapy on Monday.

For NANCY SPINIOLAS, his wife, who is dealing with severe back pain due to many years of using an artificial leg.

For RALPH SPOEDE who is dealing with cancer in both his kidney and in his brain.

For DOMINIC GENTILE, a friend to many at church and in the community, who is suffering with brain cancer and is recovering from surgery.

For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, and Pat King's cousin on your prayers today as well. .

PRAYERS FOR OUR SERVICEMEN

I have been compiling a list of servicemen who are members of St John's so that we can pray for them. Below is a list of them and where they are currently stationed. Please note that their stationing changes quickly, so this may not even be up to date, but it is the last known whereabouts that I have of these guys.

Danny Dreyer- Army- 2nd Lieutenant- Ranger, Ft. Benning, Georgia.

Sam Hargrove- Army- 2 Lieutenant- Ft Rucker, Alabama, will be going through helicopter flight school and other training

David Mincemeyer- Army- Army Specialist- Ft. Carson, CO

Jon Rahn- Navy- Hawaii, not sure of his rank at this time

David Tate- Air Force- 2nd Lieutenant- Jacksonville, Florida

Alex Walters- Navy- E4- Guam

Ryan Woolf- Air Force- Airman 1st Class- Buckley Air Force Base, near Denver, CO

If there are more out there that I just don't know about, please let me know, and I will include him/her on the list.

Also, if you would like your family member or friend included in this list, please reply to this email with all the information!

Pray for these guys. Some of these guys are in harm's way right now, others are training to put themselves in harm's way. All of them have volunteered to serve and protect their country (which is you).

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FW: New Emergency Notification System - CodeRED

Residents who would like to receive notifications are encouraged to sign up or re-register (even if previously signed up) with CodeRED. They can go to the EMA Website or the Health Department's Website to do so. Just click on the CodeRED icon to take you directly to the registration page. OR click this link: https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/0054BADDF32E. Both the ad attached and this link can be published in newsletters, bulletins, websites and on Facebook if you would like.

The new systems allows persons to select how they receive notices – by phone, text, or e-mail. A User ID and Password will need to be created, so it is recommended that citizens sign up directly.

We are in the height of tornado season right now. Being prepared is so important.

Thank you for your help in keeping Warren County citizens safe and prepared. Please contact us at either number listed if you have any questions.

Linda Hoeft

Warren County Emergency Management Agency Warren County Health Department

101 Mockingbird Lane, Suite 101 101 Mockingbird Lane, Suite 100

Warrenton, MO 63383 Warrenton, MO 63383

636-456-3786 – phone 636-456-7474 - phone

636-456-1686 – fax # 636-456-4966 – fax #

LCMS responds to Oklahoma tornado: Money Donations requested

LCMS responds to Oklahoma tornado

Disaster Response ministry prepares for long-term recovery efforts

ST. LOUIS, May 21, 2013—In the wake of the monstrous tornado that struck Moore, Okla., and severe storms that affected other areas of the Midwest yesterday, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) asks for prayers and financial gifts to help those affected by the disaster.
The Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, president of the LCMS, and the Rev. John Fale, associate executive director of the LCMS' Mercy Operations Group, have been in contact with LCMS Oklahoma District President Rev. Barrie E. Henke to begin assessing needs in Moore and plan the church's long-term disaster response plan.
"The needs are going to be huge," Fale said. "We don't know yet the extent of what they will be, but, by the grace of God, we will be there to respond with the love and mercy of Christ to help those affected by the tornado to regain some sense of normalcy."
The EF4 tornado destroyed parts of Moore and killed at least 24 people. Before striking Moore, the tornado touched down in Newcastle, Okla., about 10 miles away.
"We know there are many people who wish to participate in bringing tangible relief to those who suffer from disasters," Fale added. "Those who wish to volunteer with response efforts in Oklahoma are asked to wait for the assessment of the damages and the needs. In the meantime, the best way to support our Synod's relief effort is by contributing to the LCMS' general disaster fund."
To financially support the LCMS relief effort:

Give a donation online at https://www.lcms.org/givenow/disaster
Mail checks made payable to "The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod" (with a memo line or note designating "LCMS Disaster Relief" to:

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
P.O. Box 66861
St. Louis, MO 63166-6861

Call toll-free 888-930-4438 (8:10 a.m. – 4:10 p.m. CST, Monday – Friday)

In the last nine years, the LCMS has awarded more than $31.7 million through 698 domestic and international grants for emergency response and ongoing disaster relief in the wake of events including the tsunami in Asia; Hurricane Katrina; the earthquakes in Japan, Haiti and Chile; and Superstorm Sandy. To learn more about the LCMS Disaster Response ministry, visit www.lcms.org/disaster.
About The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
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LHM Daily Devotion Special Edition - May 21, 2013

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Daily Devotions from Lutheran Hour Ministries
By Pastor Ken Klaus, Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour^®

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"They Went with Him"

May 21, 2013

(Jesus said) ... "Let the children come to Me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it." And He took them in His arms and blessed them, laying His hands on them. Mark 10:14b-16

I don't much like death. Understand, I'm not particularly afraid of him, but I sure don't like him.

That's especially true when he shows up like he did on Monday in Moore, Oklahoma. You've seen how he arrived cloaked in a 200 mph wind, which tossed oil tankers as if they were empty beer cans, knocking down concrete block walls, and erasing brick homes. We've seen the video of how death frustrated the efforts of teachers who did their best to protect the children entrusted to them, and how he broke the hearts of parents who -- when they gave their children a hug and kiss at the beginning of the day -- never thought it would be the last their child would receive from them ... at least in this world. No, none of us like it when death comes so powerfully, so capriciously, so without purpose.

But the main reason I don't like death when he comes this way is because when people try to make sense of the tragedy, they often end up blaming the Lord. They think God is cruel because He didn't use His omnipotence to stop the calamity. They feel God is heartless to snuff out the lives of children and make their parents miserable. They say, "It is God's will because nothing ever happens without God's approving nod."

If you have ever felt or said any of those things about the Divinity, I'd like to set the record straight.

To do that I would like to give you an idea, a simple sentence to hold on to when death comes and things no longer make sense. That single line is this: God loves children more than anyone else.

As proof, I submit this: while parents give their children life, God bestows eternal life on all who believe. While good parents make sacrifices for their children's future, God sacrificed His own Son so children might have eternal life. The Gospels show us how the Father allowed His perfect, innocent Son to die for our little ones. In His life on the cross and, most of all, at the empty and open tomb of Resurrection Sunday, Jesus broke the stranglehold of death. Because the Savior lives, those who know and acknowledge Him as their Rescuer, their Redeemer, will also live.

That is the truth of Christianity.

So let's apply that to Moore, Oklahoma, and to your own situation, if there be such a need. On Monday, when the wind came howling, when the debris was flying, when the walls were crumbling, Jesus came to His children, extended His nail-pierced palm and said, "Here, take My hand. Let Me get you away from this scary place. Let Me take you to be where the sun doesn't burn, the wind doesn't whip, and your hands never freeze when you play in the snow."

And so it was. Before the tornado had stopped, before the search dogs came, before the debris around them was moved, the children trustingly took Jesus' hand and went with Him -- just as, someday their parents and you and I will do. They went to spend eternity with Jesus, the One who loves them best, the One who has made a place where death is not allowed to come.

THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, when things are hard and no longer make sense, may we remember just how much You love us and what You have done to save us. Then, remembering, may we be comforted by Your grace and goodness. This I pray in the Name of Jesus who loves me best of all. Amen.

In Christ I remain His servant and yours,

Pastor Ken Klaus
Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour
Lutheran Hour Ministries

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$57 more needed for Little Lambs to win a prize with their St. Jude's bike/trike athon

If you would like to donate to this worthy cause you can just make a check out to St. Jude's and either give it to Karin or Lisa or put it in the offering plate on Sunday (if you do that make sure you mark the envelope and the check for Little Lambs/St. Jude's).

Or you can call Karin or Lisa here at church and work it out with them. 456-2888

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

DEVOTION:
"He who answers before listening-- that is his folly and his shame." Proverbs 18:13

Did you ever wonder why God gave you two ears and one mouth? That is so you listen twice as much as you talk.

This is extremely hard for us to do, because, as human beings, we are selfish and self centered and we always think that we need to be heard and what we have to say is more important than what the other person has to say.

Yet, God gave us the ability to listen and to care for others. The one new command of Jesus is to love one another. We can't do that if all we are thinking about is ourselves.

This works itself out in the church best when all of the groups listen to each other and care for each others needs first. The young people listen to the old people and gain wisdom and understanding from them and learn that older folks need ministering too. The older folks listen to the younger folks to know where they are coming from and to know what they need to learn , and that these kids are full of the Spirit and ready to share the good news of Jesus. Parents listen o kids. Kids listen to parents. Pastor listens to the people, and the people listen to their pastor. Husband to wives and wives to husbands.

My encouragement to you is that you use your ears today, and listen to the needs of others. You just might be able to do something about it, grow closer in your relationships, show love, and serve God while you do. I know it's hard, but just try it, just for a day. See what happens!

Prayer: Lord God, thank you for blessing us with ears to hear. Help us to use them to Your glory! Amen.

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MONDAY'S QUIZ: Name a chapter or at least a verse in Proverbs that speaks against adultery. Pam said that chapter five is all about adultery and Bob said 6:32 also talks about it. There are lots of other verses as well. Solomon knew a lot about it from experience and it cost him a lot of peace and happiness in his life.

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TUESDAY'S QUIZ: According to Proverbs what are some kinds of things a fool does?

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CALENDAR

Tues- No Bible study today

Wed- Last day of school; 6-12 graders camping at Mim Dunn's house beginning at 5pm

Fri- St. John's night at the Rascal's game leave from church at 6pm

Sat- worship 5pm

Sun- worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; worship 11

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6-12 GRADERS LAST DAY OF SCHOOL CAMP OUT WEDNESAY NIGHT, MAY 22!!!

We will be camping out at Mim Dunn's house and enjoying her wonderful facilities including a lake, tennis courts, a wonderful fire pit and much, much more!!!

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RIVER CITY RASCAL'S GAME THIS FRIDAY AT T.R. HUGHES BALLPARK!!!!

Here is who I have going so far:

Taryn Linke

Torre Linke

Jon Statler

another friend of Torre Linke

Brett Nordwald

Amanda Nordwald

Alan Hofeldt

Marvin Hendershot

Molly Hendershot

Pastor

Cost is $25 which includes all you can eat and drink. We will leave from church at 6pm.