St. John's Lutheran ChurchWarrenton, MO

Prayer Request from Jim Rahn

My uncle August Earl Rahn was taken to the hospital yesterday because his chronic COPD had become severe. They have placed him into an induced coma as part of the treatment. He has basic Christian beliefs and confirmed in the Lutheran church but, has not been active in any church. I am asking that we lift him to the Lord in prayer for both his body and spirit. As always, we will accept the what ever God will bless us with.

Friday, July 12, 2013

DEVOTION: Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to them belongs the kingdom of God. Truly I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a little child shall not enter it."

Our children are very precious to us, aren't they? We are so very aware of their physical needs that we will have whole cabinets full of medicine to ease their every pain and illness, and to put the bandaid on that ouchy. We will take them to the dentist and make sure they brush their teeth. We make sure they always have plenty to eat and that they eat what is good for them.

We surely don't say things like "Oh, I'll take care of that broken arm next time, it's not that big of a deal." We don't say things like, "I let my kids make their own decision as to whether or not they brush their teeth."

Yet, when it comes to their spiritual health and their faith, parents too often do just that. I've heard many parents say things like, "I'll let my kids make their own decision whether they go to Sunday school or not." Or, "If my kid doesn't want to go to Sunday school I'm not going to make them."

Most kids don't like to brush their teeth, so If you said the same thing about their teeth what would happen to their teeth?

Parents, you are responsible for the Spiritual life of your children!! Are you taking it as seriously as their physical health? Are you spending as much time, energy, and money on their spiritual health as you do on making sure they are growing well in their mind and body?

There is still time and there is the perfect opportunity for you to do just that!! On the next three Wednesdays we will be having gatherings at church at 7pm to talk about a DCE (Director of Christian Education) and what a DCE would be able to do for St. John's Lutheran Church. We will talk about the importance of Youth and Children's Ministry and the impact it can make on the whole congregation! I urge you to make every effort to attend one of these meetings on July 17, 24, or 31 at 7pm!!!

Let us pray: Lord God motivate us to care for the Spiritual needs of our children as much and even more than we do their physical and emotional needs. Don't let us let our kids be content with full bellies and empty souls. Amen.

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TUESDAY'S QUIZ: What and where is Cush? Son of Ham and father of Nimrod. The land of Cush by the Old Testament is generally applied to the country south of the
Israelites. It was the southern limit of Egypt.

Good job Pam and Dianne!

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FRIDAY'S QUIZ: Who is Isaiah talking about in 40:3?

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CALENDAR

LITTLE LAMBS SUMMER CAMP-- Science Camp 9-noon all week

VBS-- Tell It On the Mountain!!--5:30-8pm all week

Fri- Bible Study 7pm at Hendershots

Sat- Men's Breakfast 8am; worship 5pm

Sun worship 8:30; Sunday School 9:30; worship 11; Elder's meeting noon

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MINISTRY GROWTH PRESENTATION THIS WEDNESDAY AT 7pm!!

Those in elder groups 1, 2, and 3 need to be at church to hear and see a very important presentation by your Ministry Growth Committee on the need for a DCE to help to grow our young people in the faith.

The gathering shouldn't take more than an hour and will be jam packed full of information. Refreshments will be provided!!

Please plan on coming!!

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MEN'S BREAKFAST THIS SATURDAY, JULY 13 AT 8am!!
Rich Boeger, Steve Robine, Kent Jacobsmeyer, and John Hachtel will be our cooks!
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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Summer Sunday School will be 9:45am -10:45am with Mrs. KLAUSTERMEIER this Sunday!

Like last year with a fun mini VBS type theme.

We will be doing the Fruits of the Spirit Galatians 5:22-23

22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance (patience), kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

Parents do you see a quality you would like your child(ren) to have more of. Come join us for some fun lessons, games, and snacks.

We will meet in the preschool room the whole time.

Also I will take any big kid helpers who want to show up too!!!

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GOLF OUTING (4 person scramble) TO SUPPORT LITTLE LAMBS IS SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY MORNING AUGUST 10th.

$60 per person includes- 2 mulligans, Special hole contests, Cash prizes by flight, Lunch with pork steaks and sides.

7am- Registration begins

8am- Shotgun start

1pm Lunch and awards

$15 per person for Lunch only

Hole Sponsorship (tee box sign) $50 per hole

Entry flyers with all of the details are available in the narthex or the office!!

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PRAYER REQUESTS:

For JILL JACOBSMEYER as she recovers from knee surgery at home.

For the FAMILY OF JEANETTE KOEHLER as she passed from death to eternal life Sunday night.

FOR DAVE CALLIES who is back at home recovering from a urinary tract infection as he awaits back surgery.

For NANCY SPINIOLAS who is still dealing with a lot of pain as the electric stimulator isn't working for her. .

For RUTH WALTERS who is recovering from knee replacement surgery at home.

For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH who is recovering from bladder surgery due to cancer.

For JESSE ULERY as he is suffering from a very painful muscle strain.

For RICK SPINIOLAS who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and continues to go through treatments. .

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, GERMANY

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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Update on prayer requests

Update on Kara, Doug Walter's granddaughter, last evening from Ruth is that she came through yesterday's heart surgery very well. In ICU for a few days; but sounded very promising. I haven't talked to Ruth yet today though. She said they really appreciate all our prayers.

Please just keep 9 year old Anna on the prayer list for her open heart surgery (her 3rd one!) scheduled for next Tuesday, July 16th at Cardinal Glennon. Her grandma is a very dear lifelong (63 years!) friend of mine. Grandma Ann is my friend with MS and is a walking miracle herself.

Thanks,

Sandy Robine

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

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

Use these devotions in your newsletter and bulletin! Used by permission; all rights reserved by the Int'l LLL (LHM).

"Like a Roaring Leopard"
July 9, 2013
Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 1 Peter 5:8

The unnamed woman in Charlestown, Indiana, was sure an animal was harassing the pets in her neighborhood.

She was pretty sure the harasser was a bobcat.

The woman was incorrect. When she spotted a "dark shadow" near her pool, she had her boyfriend grab his shotgun and let loose on the unknown beastie. It turns out the woman was really wrong in her identification of the critter. It wasn't a bobcat.

When the lights were turned on, it was obvious the man had shot and killed a leopard.

Yes, that's right. The guy had shot a leopard. Now I'm not an expert on leopards, but I do know a few things about them. I know the leopard is a big cat, which is known for its ability to adapt to changing situations; it is known for its hunting skills and its ability to climb trees.

Oh, I also know you don't find leopards in Charlestown, Indiana, or the particular place where you live. Even so, this news report shows that it is possible for a leopard to come sniffing around your backyard.

Maybe we shouldn't be surprised.

After all, Peter once wrote that, like a roaring lion, the devil was wandering around our backyards and neighborhoods. Moreover, the devil's visit was not a friendly one. According to the apostle, the devil was looking for some sad, sorry, sinful soul to devour.

The prospect of a leopard, a lion, or the devil wandering around and near us is a frightening thing. It is frightening because the devil, like these cats, is adaptable, powerful and stealthy. They all have the ability to strike and do their damage, before you realize you are in danger.

Knowing the dangers of the devil's temptations, Peter warns us to be alert, watchful and prepared for a confrontation. Thankfully, we know we are not alone as we make our plans for protection. We are blessed to have Jesus by our side.

That truth is incredibly important. After all, Scripture points out that Jesus is most experienced in dealing with and defeating the devil. Indeed, the Savior is the only person who has ever managed to completely and totally confront the devil and walk away from those temptations unscathed.

Now the Christ who has conquered sin, death and the devil has promised He will grant that same victory for all those who have been given faith in Him as their Lord and Savior.

This is good news because you just never know when a leopard, a lion, or the devil will show up.

THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, leopards are not likely to show up in our lives. Not so with the devil whose appearances, although almost always unexpected, are pretty consistent. Help us, with faith in the Savior to emerge unhurt from those confrontations. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

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MONDAY'S QUIZ: Who was Shalmaneser? King of Assyria at the time they took Israel captive.

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TUESDAY'S QUIZ: What and where is Cush?

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CALENDAR

LITTLE LAMBS SUMMER CAMP-- Science Camp 9-noon all week

VBS-- Tell It On the Mountain!!--5:30-8pm all week

Tues- Quilters 9-2; Bible Study 11:30-12:15; Trustees Meeting 7pm

Wed- Ministry Growth Campaign Committee meeting noon at El Jimador;

Fri- Bible Study 7pm at Hendershots

Sat- Men's Breakfast 8am; worship 5pm

Sun worship 8:30; Sunday School 9:30; worship 11; Elder's meeting noon

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JEANETTE KOEHLER'S VISITATION AND FUNERAL

Visitation- Baue funeral Home 6th and Jefferson, St. Charles, Wednesday, 4-8pm

Funeral-- Baue Funeral Home also 6th and Jefferson, St. Charles, Thursday 10am

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL WAS WONDERFUL LAST NIGHT!!!!

We had 55 kids and about 20 big kid helpers, along with all of the adults there to help. It was a wonderful evening of learning all about how God gave Moses the Ten Commandments because He loves us and wants to keep us safe, protect us, and to show us how much we need Jesus!

Come and help out tonight to see what it's all about as we learn about Elijah's experience on the mountain!!

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Summer Sunday School will be 9:45am -10:45am with Mrs. KLAUSTERMEIER this Sunday!

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LITTLE LAMBS SUMMER CAMP/ SCIENCE CAMP THIS WEEK

Our Little Lambs is offering four week long summer camps this summer for 3-5 year olds. You may call the church office this week for more info or to register!! Call 456-2888 for more info!!

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GOLF OUTING (4 person scramble) TO SUPPORT LITTLE LAMBS IS SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY MORNING AUGUST 10th.

$60 per person includes- 2 mulligans, Special hole contests, Cash prizes by flight, Lunch with pork steaks and sides.

7am- Registration begins

8am- Shotgun start

1pm Lunch and awards

$15 per person for Lunch only

Hole Sponsorship (tee box sign) $50 per hole

Entry flyers with all of the details are available in the narthex or the office!!

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PRAYER REQUESTS:

For the FAMILY OF JEANETTE KOEHLER as she passed from death to eternal life Sunday night.

FOR DAVE CALLIES who remains hospitalized with complication due to pain meds and will be having back surgery soon to permanently install his electric impulse stimulator.

For NANCY SPINIOLAS who is still dealing with a lot of pain as the electric stimulator isn't working for her. .

For RUTH WALTERS who is recovering from knee replacement surgery at home.

For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH who is recovering from bladder surgery due to cancer.

For JESSE ULERY as he is suffering from a very painful muscle strain.

For RICK SPINIOLAS who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and continues to go through treatments. .

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, GERMANY

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).

St. John's Lutheran Church
Warrenton, MO

Prayer Request from Jim Rahn

Friday, July 12, 2013

Update on prayer requests

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

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