Saturday, December 25, 2010

12-26-2010 announcements

NO WEEKDAY SCHOOL OR CONFRIMATION on Wednesday.

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week, we pray for Phyllis Knittel, Lonnie Graber and Richard Salis as they recover at home; for Roman Miller as he receives medical treatments; for Darlene Schrag and Jerry Saner during their time of diagnosis and treatment as well as for our shut-in members, our inactive members and for at least two people in your life who don’t know Christ.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH: The next meeting will be January 2nd at the parsonage. Pastor Borglum and Susan will be providing supper.

JANUARY 2nd at 3:00 p.m. the church decorations will be coming down. If you are able to come and help it would be greatly appreciated.

THE JANUARY 6th LADIES AID meeting will include the election of a President and Treasurer. Nominated for President – Joan Dreessen and Sharon Pfeiffer. Nominated for Treasurer – Phyllis Knittel and Mildred Siekmann

CHRISTMAS CHEER: This past week the Ladies Aid Visiting Committee delivered “Christmas Cheer” in the form of a personal visit, a Christmas card, and a bud vase containing a red carnation & evergreens to the following church members: Leanne Albrecht, Clara Baer, Erna Bittner, Alice Fliginger, Bernice Graber, Lonnie Graber, Leone Haar, Mabel Haar, Verna Herrboldt, Lavonne Knittel, Phyllis Knittel, Delphine Laber, Lorna Langle, Roman Miller, Mahala Peterson, Lucille Rembold, Blaine Saarie, Richard Salis, Helen Schamber, Max Schamber, Olinda Stark, Pauline Walz, and Lorraine Wipf. A Christmas card was sent to Altha Mayer in Yankton.

If anyone has bud vases they no longer need please bring them to the church kitchen and mark them for the visiting committee, we will start saving vases for our next year deliveries. Thank you very much.

OFFERING ENVELOPES will be handed out before and after church services for the next couple of weeks. Please pick your envelope box up in fellowship hall. All envelopes for "Special Services" such as Christmas, Lenten Offerings, Maundy Thursday, etc. are designated as a Mission contribution.

MAIN STREET LIVING has been an integral part of our District’s ministry in South Dakota for the last 9 years but its future has become uncertain. The treasurer has advised the District that they do not have enough money to pay for any programming after Dec. 31st. They realize that everyone’s personal budget is tight and that some congregations are struggling as well. If it is within your means to do so, MSL is asking for whatever additional support you can provide – both financially as well as your prayers for their financial stability; even sending them $1 will help. It would truly be unfortunate for the programming to be discontinued. If you can assist them, you may either put your donation in the offering plate with a note attached designating the money for MSL, or you may send your donation directly to them at: Main Street Living, 1400 S Duluth Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105. Thank you in advance for your help!

JANUARY 2, 2011 Kid's Crossing
The featured speaker is Rev. Joshua Jones from Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Rapid City, SD. The sermon theme is "Are You 'In' or 'Out'" The hymns are All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name; Angels We Have Heard on High; and What Child is This. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

PLEASE LET US KNOW if you or another of our members is sick, hospitalized, has a new baby, has a death in the family, etc. This will enable us (pastor, elders and others) to visit them, send a note of encouragement and to keep the person and his or her family in our prayers.

Sunday, December 19, 2010

SPECIAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING will be held today after Church service to discuss heating situation.

COLLECTION for Christmas sacks will be taken after service today
in fellowship hall. Please see Bob Pidde.

DOROTHEA ALBRECHT’S ENTRANCE INTO GLORY. We pray for comfort for the family of Dorothea Albrecht whom God called to her eternal rest on Tuesday, Dec. 14th. We give thanks to our Lord for His loving-kindness and for all of the mercies granted to Dorothea during her earthly life, especially for calling her to faith in Jesus Christ through Holy Baptism. We pray that God would comfort all who mourn with the hope of the glorious resurrection of the body and a happy reunion in heaven, and that He would sustain the family with the knowledge that all who remain faithful will be given the crown of eternal life and will be in our Lord’s presence forevermore. Dorothea’s home-going service was held on Friday, Dec. 17th.

BABY IAN HENRY PAUTZ was born on Nov. 27th and weighed in at 9 lbs. 12 oz. Mother and son are doing well. Congratulations to Pastor and Mrs. Pautz on the birth of their son! We give thanks to God for blessing their lives with this marvelous gift and for entrusting this child to the care of his parents!

THE CHRISTMAS TREE set up in the fellowship hall is again going to be used as a local mission project. We are asking the congregation for help by bringing any new winter type apparel and placing it on the Giving Tree before Dec. 23rd.

OFFERING ENVELOPES will be handed out before and after church services for the next couple of weeks. Please pick your envelope box up in fellowship hall. All envelopes for "Special Services" such as Christmas, Lenten Offerings, Maundy Thursday, etc. are designated as a Mission contribution.

NO WEEKDAY SCHOOL OR CONFRIMATION on December 29th!

USHER LIST: Anyone willing to help out ushering for the upcoming
year, please sign up in fellowship hall. There is a sheet posted on the
bulletin board. We need more ushers!!

PLEASE LET US KNOW if you or another of our members is sick, hospitalized, has a new baby, has a death in the family, etc. This will enable us (pastor, elders and others) to visit them, send a note of encouragement and to keep the person and his or her family in our prayers.

MAIN STREET LIVING has been an integral part of our District’s ministry in South Dakota for the last 9 years but its future has become uncertain. The treasurer has advised the District that they do not have enough money to pay for any programming after Dec. 31st. They realize that everyone’s personal budget is tight and that some congregations are struggling as well. If it is within your means to do so, MSL is asking for whatever additional support you can provide – both financially as well as your prayers for their financial stability; even sending them $1 will help. It would truly be unfortunate for the programming to be discontinued. If you can assist them, you may either put your donation in the offering plate with a note attached designating the money for MSL, or you may send your donation directly to them at: Main Street Living, 1400 S Duluth Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105. Thank you in advance for your help!
December 26, 2010 Watch as the "Puzzle Club" kids solve the Christmas Mystery.
The featured speaker is Rev. Gary Jacobsen from Bethesda Lutheran Church in Hot Springs, SD. The sermon theme is "Freedom or Slavery?" The hymns are Angels We Have Heard on High; O Come All Ye Faithful; and Silent Night, Holy Night. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

CHRISTMAS CHEER: This past week the Ladies Aid Visiting Committee delivered “Christmas Cheer” in the form of a personal visit, a Christmas card, and a bud vase containing a red carnation & evergreens to the following church members: Leanne Albrecht, Clara Baer, Erna Bittner, Alice Fliginger, Bernice Graber, Lonnie Graber, Leone Haar, Mabel Haar, Verna Herrboldt, Lavonne Knittel, Phyllis Knittel, Delphine Laber, Lorna Langle, Roman Miller, Mahala Peterson, Lucille Rembold, Blaine Saarie, Richard Salis, Helen Schamber, Max Schamber, Olinda Stark, Pauline Walz, and Lorraine Wipf. A Christmas card was sent to Altha Mayer in Yankton.

If anyone has bud vases they no longer need please bring them to the church kitchen and mark them for Ladies Aid.

Saturday, December 11, 2010

12-12-2010 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week, we pray for Blaine Saarie, Phyllis Knittel and Lonnie Graber as they recover at home from injuries and surgeries; for Richard Salis in McKennan Hospital; for Roman Miller as he receives medical treatments as well as for our shut-in members, our inactive members and for at least two people in your life who don’t know Christ.

IN CHRISTIAN LOVE AND SYMPATHY we remember the family and friends of Robert Eugene Ankrum, son-in-law to former member Theodore Haar, who was summoned home to heaven by his Lord on Dec. 2nd. We give thanks to our Lord for His loving-kindness and for all of the mercies granted to Robert during his earthly life, especially for calling him to faith in Jesus Christ through Holy Baptism. The funeral was held yesterday, the 11th, at Walter Funeral Home; he was buried in the Menno Cemetery.

DELMAR DYKSTRA ENTERED INTO GLORY on Thurs., Dec. 9th. We pray for comfort for his son, Gary, and the other family members, and give thanks to God for His mercy in calling Delmar to faith in Jesus Christ through Holy Baptism. We pray that God would remind all who mourn of the glorious resurrection of the body and a happy reunion in heaven that will be theirs. The funeral was held yesterday morning in Monroe.

CHRISTMAS CANTATA will be next Sunday, December 19th during church service. Therefore there will be no communion.

SPECIAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING will be held next Sunday after Church service to discuss heating situation.

THE CHRISTMAS TREE set up in the fellowship hall is again going to be used as a local mission project. We are asking the congregation for help by bringing any new winter type apparel and placing it on the Giving Tree before Dec. 23rd.

OFFERING ENVELOPES will be handed out before and after church services for the next couple of weeks. Please pick your envelope box up in fellowship hall. All envelopes for "Special Services" such as Christmas, Lenton Offerings, Maunday Thursday, etc. are designated as a Mission contribution.

Midweek Advent Worship Services will be offered this year at St. Paul. At 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 1st, 8th and 15th we will gather together for Advent services with the theme “The Genealogy of Jesus” in which we will see how this often over-looked subject is anything but boring or tedious. The three topics will be:

Dec. 15  “Joash: A Child With a Destiny”
Please join us in worship and fellowship with other members of Christ’s family of believers!

Upcoming Worship Opportunities will be offered for your benefit as follows. Please join us in worshipping our Lord and bring a friend!

Wed., Dec. 15 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #3
Fri., Dec. 24 7:00 p.m. Children’s Christmas Program
Sat., Dec. 25 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day
Fri., Dec. 31 7:00 p.m. New Year’s Eve/Communion

COLLECTION for Christmas sacks will be taken after service today
and next Sunday in fellowship hall. Please see Bob Pidde.

USHER LIST: Anyone willing to help out ushering for the upcoming
year, please sign up in fellowship hall. There is a sheet posted on the
bulletin board.
LWML thanks the congregation for the shoe donation. Sixty pairs of children’s shoes were sent to Afghanistan. The shoes will add to the 1000 pair that were sent from St. Johns in Yankton.

THE LADIES AID: will be doing their annual matching funds Christmas project. It will again be for Main Street Living. There will be a “free will offering basket” in the fellowship hall from November 28th through December 19th. Your continued generosity is greatly appreciated

MAIN STREET LIVING:
December 19, 2010 Join "The Little Shepherd" and his little lamb "Bramble" as they journey to the manger to see the baby Jesus.
The featured speaker is Rev. Curtis Garland from First Lutheran Church in Wall, SD, and Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Creighton, SD. The sermon theme is "Prophecy Fulfilled." The hymns are Jesus! Name of Wondrous Love; The Advent of Our King; and Hark the Glad Sound. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

PLEASE LET US KNOW if you or another of our members is sick, hospitalized, has a new baby, has a death in the family, etc. This will enable us (pastor, elders and others) to visit them, send a note of encouragement and to keep the person and his or her family in our prayers.

PLEASE MAKE NOTE: The parsonage phone number is 925-7333 and Pastor Borglum’s cell phone number is 999-5591. Church e-mail is stpaulfreeman@gmail.com and Pastor’s e-mail is splcpastor@gmail.com

Monday, December 6, 2010

12-5-2010 Announcements

THE CHRISTMAS TREE set up in the fellowship hall is again going to be used as a local mission project. We are asking the congregation for help by bringing any new winter type apparel and placing it on the Giving Tree before Dec. 23rd.

OFFERING ENVELOPES will be handed out before and after church services for the next couple of weeks. Please pick your envelope box up in fellowship hall.

THE LADIES AID: Christmas Party will be held today at 4:00 p.m. All ladies of the congregation and guests are welcome. Please bring a five dollar gift for exchange. All Ladies Aid members are asked to bring 2 dozen cookies or other goodies. Hope to see you there.

LWML will meet Thursday evening at 7:30 at Wyona’s apartment. Please bring along your dime socks.

LAST CALL--OPERATION OUTREACH is a ministry in association with Pastor Dave Gunderson of St. John Lutheran – Yankton. He is now serving in Afghanistan. Part of this ministry is collecting children’s shoes. These can be new or used. St. Paul’s LWML is using this as a Christmas project and would like to invite the congregation to participate. There will be a box in the fellowship hall until Wednesday, December 8th, for shoe contributions at which time we will send them on to Camp Phoenix in care of Pastor Gunderson for distributions. LWML will meet Wednesday evening after the Advent Service to pack shoes.

THE LADIES AID: will be doing their annual matching funds Christmas project. It will again be for Main Street Living. There will be a “free will offering basket” in the fellowship hall from November 28th through December 19th. Your continued generosity is greatly appreciated.

CHIRSTMAS CANTATA will be December 19th during church service. Therefore there will be no communion.
SUNDAY SCHOOL: The Sunday School Christmas Program Practice schedule is as follows:

PreK-8th Grades Christmas Eve Program Practice:

Wednesday December 8th: 5-6pm
Wednesday December 15th: 5-6pm
Sunday December 19th: 11:30-1:30(lunch will be provided)
Wednesday December 22nd: 5-6pm

Please make an effort to have your children at all practices.

Midweek Advent Worship Services will be offered this year at St. Paul. At 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 1st, 8th and 15th we will gather together for Advent services with the theme “The Genealogy of Jesus” in which we will see how this often over-looked subject is anything but boring or tedious. The three topics will be:

Dec. 8  “Rahab: God Makes Heroes Out of Zeroes”
Dec. 15  “Joash: A Child With a Destiny”
Please join us in worship and fellowship with other members of Christ’s family of believers!

Upcoming Worship Opportunities will be offered for your benefit as follows. Please join us in worshipping our Lord and bring a friend!

Wed., Dec. 8 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #2
Wed., Dec. 15 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #3
Fri., Dec. 24 7:00 p.m. Children’s Christmas Program
Sat., Dec. 25 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day
Fri., Dec. 31 7:00 p.m. New Year’s Eve/Communion

PLEASE LET US KNOW if you or another of our members is sick, hospitalized, has a new baby, has a death in the family, etc. This will enable us (pastor, elders and others) to visit them, send a note of encouragement and to keep the person and his or her family in our prayers.

USHER LIST: Anyone willing to help out ushering for the upcoming
year, please sign up in fellowship hall. There is a sheet posted on the bulletin
board.

MAIN STREET LIVING:
December 12, 2010"Red Boots For Christmas", is the German folk tale of Hans, the shoemaker, as he learns that the true meaning of Christmas is found in giving.
The featured speaker is Rev. Samuel Bobby from Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rapid City, SD. The sermon theme is "What Did You Expect?" The hymns are The Advent of Our King; Hark the Glad Sound; and On Jordon's Bank the Baptist's Cry. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.
PLEASE MAKE NOTE: The parsonage phone number is 925-7333 and Pastor Borglum’s cell phone number is 999-5591. Church e-mail is stpaulfreeman@gmail.com and Pastor’s e-mail is splcpastor@gmail.com.

Sunday, November 28, 2010

11-28-10 Announcements

THE CHRISTMAS TREE set up in the fellowship hall is again going to be used as a local mission project. We are asking the congregation for help by bringing any new winter type apparel and placing it on the Giving Tree before Dec. 23rd.
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ANYONE who is interested in one of the old Christmas trees should talk to Sharon, Joan or Garnet.

PLEASE MAKE NOTE: The parsonage phone number is 925-7333 and Pastor Borglum’s cell phone number is 999-5591. Church e-mail is stpaulfreeman@gmail.com and Pastor’s e-mail is splcpastor@gmail.com.

OPERATION OUTREACH is a ministry in association with Pastor Dave Gunderson of St. John Lutheran – Yankton. He is now serving in Afghanistan. Part of this ministry is collecting children’s shoes. These can be new or used. St. Paul’s LWML is using this as a Christmas project and would like to invite the congregation to participate. There will be a box in the fellowship hall until Thanksgiving Day for shoe contributions at which time we will send them on to Camp Phoenix in care of Pastor Gunderson for distribution.

MAIN STREET LIVING:
December 5, 2010 Imagine being one the first to witness the birth of Christ. Witness this event with "The Stableboy's Christmas"
The featured speaker is Rev. Gene Bauman from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Spearfish, SD. The sermon theme is "So That..." The hymns are God Has Spoken by His Prophets; Hark the Glad Sound! The Savior Comes; and Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

CARE PACKAGES: If anyone has a friend or family member whom you wish to receive a care package, please let me know. There is a suggestion list of what our soldiers could use or would like to have sent to them on the bulletin board. Thank you, Diane.

USHER LIST: Anyone willing to help out ushering for the upcoming
year, please sign up in fellowship hall. There is a sheet posted on the bulletin
board.

THE LADIES AID: Christmas Party will be held Sunday, December 5th at 4:00 p.m. All ladies of the congregation and guests are welcome. Please bring a five dollar gift for exchange. All Ladies Aid members are asked to bring 2 dozen cookies or other goodies. Hope to see you there.

THE LADIES AID: will be doing their annual matching funds Christmas project. It will again be for Main Street Living. There will be a “free will offering basket” in the fellowship hall from November 28th through December 19th. Your continued generosity is greatly appreciated.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: The Sunday School Christmas Program Practice schedule is as follows:

PreK-8th Grades Christmas Eve Program Practice:

Wednesday December 1st: 5-6pm
Wednesday December 8th: 5-6pm
Wednesday December 15th: 5-6pm
Sunday December 19th: 11:30-1:30(lunch will be provided)
Wednesday December 22nd: 5-6pm

Please make an effort to have your children at all practices.

Midweek Advent Worship Services will be offered this year at St. Paul. At 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 1st, 8th and 15th we will gather together for Advent services with the theme “The Genealogy of Jesus” in which we will see how this often over-looked subject is anything but boring or tedious. The three topics will be:
Dec. 1  “Joseph: God Keeps His Promises”
Dec. 8  “Rahab: God Makes Heroes Out of Zeroes”
Dec. 15  “Joash: A Child With a Destiny”
Please join us in worship and fellowship with other members of Christ’s family of believers!

Upcoming Worship Opportunities will be offered for your benefit as follows. Please join us in worshipping our Lord and bring a friend!

Wed., Dec. 1 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #1
Wed., Dec. 8 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #2
Wed., Dec. 15 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #3
Fri., Dec. 24 7:00 p.m. Children’s Christmas Program
Sat., Dec. 25 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day
Fri., Dec. 31 7:00 p.m. New Year’s Eve

PLEASE LET US KNOW if you or another of our members is sick, hospitalized, has a new baby, has a death in the family, etc. This will enable us (pastor, elders and others) to visit them, send a note of encouragement and to keep the person and his or her family in our prayers.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

11-20-10 Announcements

We Welcome Everyone …
… in the Name of Jesus, our crucified and risen Lord and Savior, especially those who are worshiping with us for the first time. Please sign our guest book and accept our invitation to worship with us again!

CHURCH DECORATING: starting at 4:00 p.m. today. The congregation is invited to come and help decorate the church for the Christmas Season. If you plan on helping decorate the church this afternoon, please sign up on the sheet in fellowship hall.

ANYONE: who is interested in one of the old Christmas trees should talk to Sharon, Joan or Garnet.

PLEASE MAKE NOTE: The parsonage phone number is 925-7333 and Pastor Borglum’s cell phone number is 999-5591. Church e-mail is stpaulfreeman@gmail.com and Pastor’s e-mail is splcpastor@gmail.com.

OPERATION OUTREACH: is a ministry in association with Pastor Dave Gunderson of St. John Lutheran – Yankton. He is now serving in Afghanistan. Part of this ministry is collecting children’s shoes. These can be new or used. St. Paul’s LWML is using this as a Christmas project and would like to invite the congregation to participate. There will be a box in the fellowship hall until Thanksgiving Day for shoe contributions at which time we will send them on to Camp Phoenix in care of Pastor Gunderson for distribution.

MAIN STREET LIVING:
November 28th 2010 Kid's Crossing prepares for Christmas with the story "The City That Forgot Christmas." Speaker information not available at this time.

CARE PACKAGES: If anyone has a friend or family member whom you wish to receive a care package, please let me know. There is a suggestion list of what our soldiers could use or would like to have sent to them on the bulletin board. Thank you, Diane.

USHER LIST: Anyone willing to help out ushering for the upcoming
year, please sign up in fellowship hall. There is a sheet posted on the bulletin
board.

THE LADIES AID Christmas Party will be held Sunday, December 5th at 4:00 p.m. All ladies of the congregation and guests are welcome. Please bring a five dollar gift for exchange. All Ladies Aid members are asked to bring 2 dozen cookies or other goodies. Hope to see you there.

THE LADIES AID will be doing their annual matching funds Christmas project. It will again be for Main Street Living. There will be a “free will offering basket” in the fellowship hall from November 28th through December 19th. Your continued generosity is greatly appreciated.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: children will again be performing the Christmas Eve Service. Please provide your prompt response so parts can be divided out accordingly and a practice schedule can be set up.

The Sunday School Christmas Program Practice schedule is as follows:

Sunday, Nov. 21st: PreK-8th Grades 10:45-1:00 (No Sunday School) (we will provide lunch)

Wednesday, Dec. 1st: PreK-8th Grade 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Please make an effort to have your children at all practices. Watch for more of December schedule to come.

Midweek Advent Worship Services will be offered this year at St. Paul. At 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 1st, 8th and 15th we will gather together for Advent services with the theme “The Genealogy of Jesus” in which we will see how this often over-looked subject is anything but boring or tedious. The three topics will be:
Dec. 1 : “Joseph: God Keeps His Promises”
Dec. 8 : “Rahab: God Makes Heroes Out of Zeroes”
Dec. 15 : “Joash: A Child With a Destiny”
Please join us in worship and fellowship with other members of Christ’s family of believers!

Upcoming Worship Opportunities will be offered for your benefit as follows. Please join us in worshipping our Lord and bring a friend!
Thurs., Nov. 25 9:30 a.m. Thanksgiving Day
Wed., Dec. 1 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #1
Wed., Dec. 8 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #2
Wed., Dec. 15 7:00 p.m. Midweek Advent Service #3
Fri., Dec. 24 7:00 p.m. Children’s Christmas Program
Sat., Dec. 25 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day

Sunday, November 14, 2010

11-14-2010 Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We Welcome Everyone …
… in the Name of Jesus, our crucified and risen Lord and Savior, especially those who are worshiping with us for the first time. Please sign our guest book and accept our invitation to worship with us again!

THANK YOU FROM THE BORGLUMS: Thank you so much for the incredible welcome and hospitality shown to us these last several days! To all who helped on our day of arrival and to all who worked beforehand to get the parsonage ready for us, we appreciate everything that you have done. And, of course, thank you so much for the coordination and work done for last Sunday’s Installation service, the reception that followed as well as the many cards and gifts. We know that many people and a lot of time and effort went into making the service and reception so wonderful and so well done. In everything, you have gone out of your way for us and we truly appreciate it! This congregation is certainly blessed by our Lord through your efforts and your faith is shown in your many good works! Thank you and may God continue to look upon you with favor and give you His peace. (s) Pastor Borglum, Susan and family


THANK YOU: We thank all of you for the wonderful reception we had last Sunday. The awesome pot-luck dinner, the beautiful floral arrangement, the Lord's Prayer clock from the congregation, the beautiful cake, the many cards expressing your thanks for the services for the past year and the many gifts we received are all so much appreciated. In so many ways you have made our service at St. Paul's a wonderful joy and a great privilege. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Pastor and Janet Kramer

PLEASE MAKE NOTE: The parsonage phone number is 925-7333 and Pastor Borglum’s cell phone number is 999-5591. Church e-mail is stpaulfreeman@gmail.com and Pastor’s e-mail is splcpastor@gmail.com.

THANKSGIVING SERVICE: will be on Thanksgiving morning at 9:30 a.m.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21st: starting at 4:00 p.m. the congregation is invited to come and help decorate the church for the Christmas Season.

ANYONE: who is interested in one of the old Christmas trees should talk to Sharon, Joan or Garnet.
BAZAAR COMMITTEE: wishes to thank everyone that helped out at the bazaar and also to everyone who brought food for the lunch counter, items brought for the crafts, stichery booth and for the country store. The amount raised this year was $6,603.91. Thank you for your generous support.

OPERATION OUTREACH: is a ministry in association with Pastor Dave Gunderson of St. John Lutheran – Yankton. He is now serving in Afghanistan. Part of this ministry is collecting children’s shoes. These can be new or used. St. Paul’s LWML is using this as a Christmas project and would like to invite the congregation to participate. There will be a box in the fellowship hall until Thanksgiving Day for shoe contributions at which time we will send them on to Camp Phoenix in care of Pastor Gunderson for distribution.
MAIN STREET LIVING:
November 14, 2010
The featured speaker is Rev. Dan Redhage from First English Lutheran Church, Centerville, SD and Zion Lutheran Church, Hurley, SD. The sermon theme is "Scared Straight?" The hymns are God Himself is Present, Built on the Rock the Church Doth Stand, and Have No Fear Little Flock. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

CARE PACKAGES: If anyone has a friend or family member whom you wish to receive a care package, please let me know. There is a suggestion list of what our soldiers could use or would like to have sent to them on the bulletin board. Thank you, Diane.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: children will again be performing the Christmas Eve Service. We ask that you contact Amber (925-7132) or Kristi (660-4139) if your children will not participate. Please provide your prompt response so parts can be divided out accordingly and a practice schedule can be set up.

The Sunday School Christmas Program Practice schedule is as follows:

Wednesday, Nov. 17th: 3rd-8th Grade 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.,
PreK-2nd Grades 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 21st: PreK-8th Grades 10:45-1:00 (No Sunday School) (we will provide lunch)

Wednesday, Dec. 1st: PreK-8th Grade 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Please make an effort to have your children at all practices. Watch for more of December schedule to come.

Saturday, November 6, 2010

11-7 2010 Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FLOWERS on the altar this morning are in honor of Pastor Kramer and Janet. Flowers on the piano this morning are given in memory of Collin Kleinsassers’ birthday from his sister Ronda Leaux.

COFFEE HOUR There will be no coffee hour after service today. The pot luck will begin at 11:30 in honor of Pastor Kramer and Janet.

INSTALLATION for Pastor Kent Borglum will take place this afternoon at 5:00 p.m. After the service there will be a sandwich buffet and bars will be provided.

THANK YOU for the numerous cards and prayers and personal wishes on my 90th birthday. It has been a pleasure, I appreciated your kindness. May God Bless You! Ruth Koerner

LWML will meet this Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. Wyona will have the topic and Gerry will serve lunch.

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE would like to extend a great big THANK YOU to each of you that helped make our Bazaar another successful event. All of your donations, hard work, and support you showed us by attending were greatly appreciated. Also if you have a food container in the kitchen please pick up at your earliest convenience. Thank you.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21st starting at 4:00 p.m. the congregation is invited to come and help decorate the church for the Christmas Season.

ANYONE who is interested in one of the old Christmas trees should talk to Sharon, Joan or Garnet.

CARE PACKAGES: If anyone has a friend or family member that you wish to receive a care package, please let me know. Diane

SUNDAY SCHOOL children will again be performing the Christmas Eve Service. We ask that you contact Amber (925-7132) or Kristi (660-4139) if your children will not participate. Please provide your prompt response so parts can be divided out accordingly and a practice schedule can be set up.

The Sunday School Christmas Program Practice schedule is as follows:

Wednesday, Nov. 10th – 1st-8th Grade 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 17th – 3rd-8th Grade 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.,
PreK-2nd Grades 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 21st – PreK-8th Grades 10:45-1:00 (No Sunday School) (we will provide lunch)
Wednesday, Dec. 1st – PreK-8th Grade 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Please make an effort to have your children at all practices. Watch for more of December schedule to come.

OPERATION OUTREACH is a ministry in association with Pastor Dave Gunderson of St. Johns Lutheran – Yankton. He is now serving in Afghanistan. Part of this ministry is collecting children’s shoes. These can be new or used. St. Paul’s LWML is using this as a Christmas project and would like to invite the congregation to participate. There will be a box in the fellowship hall until Thanksgiving Day for shoe contributions at which time we will send them on to Camp Phoenix in care of Pastor Gunderson for distribution.
MAIN STREET LIVING:

November 14th 2010
The featured speaker is Rev. Dan Redhage from First English Lutheran Church, Centerville, SD and Zion Lutheran Church, Hurley, SD. The sermon theme is "Scared Straight?" The hymns are God Himself is Present; Built on the Rock the Church Doth Stand; and Have No Fear Little Flock. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Sunday, October 31, 2010

Announcements 10-31-2010

COFFEE HOUR today will be in honor of Ruth Koerner’s 90th birthday given to her by her family. Happy Birthday Ruth!

NOMINATED to the Board of Finance are: Wyona Hofer, Tom Stolp and Sylvia Mendel. Election will take place at the Quarterly Voter’s Meeting following church service this morning.

POTLUCK will be next Sunday at 11:30 in honor of Pastor Kramer and Janet. Beverages and dessert will be provided. Those attending are asked to fill in with hot dish or salad.

INSTALLATION for Pastor Kent Borglum will take place next Sunday at 5:00 p.m. After the service there will be a sandwich buffet and bars provided.

YOUTH in grades 8-12 are invited to a lock-in at the church on Saturday, November 6th, starting at 7:00 p.m.

CHURCH CHOIR will be having a Christmas Cantata this year. If you wish to participate in the cantata please come to choir practice on Wednesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcomed from high school age on up.

SUNDAY SCHOOL children will again be performing the Christmas Eve Service. We ask that you contact Amber (925-7132) or Kristi (660-4139) if your children will not participate. Please provide your prompt response so parts can be divided out accordingly and a practice schedule can be set up.

OPERATION OUTREACH is a ministry in association with Pastor Dave Gunderson of St. Johns Lutheran – Yankton. He is now serving in Afghanistan. Part of this ministry is collecting children’s shoes. These can be new or used. St. Paul’s LWML is using this as a Christmas project and would like to invite the congregation to participate. There will be a box in the fellowship hall until Thanksgiving Day for shoe contributions at which time we will send them on to Camp Phoenix in care of Pastor Gunderson for distribution.
MAIN STREET LIVING:

November 7th 2010 Kid's Crossing - Simon confuses "Beatitudes" with "bee" attitudes.
The featured speaker is Rev. Ken Johnson from Zion Lutheran Church, Avon, SD, and Our Savior Lutheran Church, Springfield, SD. The sermon theme is "Better than Pennies from Heaven." The hymns are Praise to the Lord, the Almighty; For All the Saints; and I Know That My Redeemer Lives. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

OUR BAZAAR is Thursday, November 4th from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The food list & work schedule are posted in the Fellowship Hall and in the kitchen. Please put a check mark by your name on the list when you bring your food donation for the Lunch Counter. We would appreciate if you would cool or refrigerate your food before you bring it to the church. Also is your food is frozen, please have it unthawed before you bring it to the church. Our plans are to have the kitchen door unlocked around 7 a.m. Thursday morning. See you Thursday, November 4th for a day of good food and fellowship.

We will be setting up in the Fellowship Hall and cleaning the kitchen for the Bazaar starting at 1 p.m. today. Please come and help us this afternoon. Thanks.

Announcements 10-31-2010

COFFEE HOUR today will be in honor of Ruth Koerner’s 90th birthday given to her by her family. Happy Birthday Ruth!

NOMINATED to the Board of Finance are: Wyona Hofer, Tom Stolp and Sylvia Mendel. Election will take place at the Quarterly Voter’s Meeting following church service this morning.

POTLUCK will be next Sunday at 11:30 in honor of Pastor Kramer and Janet. Beverages and dessert will be provided. Those attending are asked to fill in with hot dish or salad.

INSTALLATION for Pastor Kent Borglum will take place next Sunday at 5:00 p.m. After the service there will be a sandwich buffet and bars provided.

YOUTH in grades 8-12 are invited to a lock-in at the church on Saturday, November 6th, starting at 7:00 p.m.

CHURCH CHOIR will be having a Christmas Cantata this year. If you wish to participate in the cantata please come to choir practice on Wednesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcomed from high school age on up.

SUNDAY SCHOOL children will again be performing the Christmas Eve Service. We ask that you contact Amber (925-7132) or Kristi (660-4139) if your children will not participate. Please provide your prompt response so parts can be divided out accordingly and a practice schedule can be set up.

OPERATION OUTREACH is a ministry in association with Pastor Dave Gunderson of St. Johns Lutheran – Yankton. He is now serving in Afghanistan. Part of this ministry is collecting children’s shoes. These can be new or used. St. Paul’s LWML is using this as a Christmas project and would like to invite the congregation to participate. There will be a box in the fellowship hall until Thanksgiving Day for shoe contributions at which time we will send them on to Camp Phoenix in care of Pastor Gunderson for distribution.
MAIN STREET LIVING:

November 7th 2010 Kid's Crossing - Simon confuses "Beatitudes" with "bee" attitudes.
The featured speaker is Rev. Ken Johnson from Zion Lutheran Church, Avon, SD, and Our Savior Lutheran Church, Springfield, SD. The sermon theme is "Better than Pennies from Heaven." The hymns are Praise to the Lord, the Almighty; For All the Saints; and I Know That My Redeemer Lives. The Main Street Living choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

OUR BAZAAR is Thursday, November 4th from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The food list & work schedule are posted in the Fellowship Hall and in the kitchen. Please put a check mark by your name on the list when you bring your food donation for the Lunch Counter. We would appreciate if you would cool or refrigerate your food before you bring it to the church. Also is your food is frozen, please have it unthawed before you bring it to the church. Our plans are to have the kitchen door unlocked around 7 a.m. Thursday morning. See you Thursday, November 4th for a day of good food and fellowship.

We will be setting up in the Fellowship Hall and cleaning the kitchen for the Bazaar starting at 1 p.m. today. Please come and help us this afternoon. Thanks.

Saturday, October 9, 2010

10-10-10 Announcements

FOLLOWING THE SERVICE this morning, Easton Lee Tschetter will be baptized into God’s family. His parents are Dustin and Kym Tschetter.
His sponsors are Tom and Kelli Broders.

WE WELCOME as communicant members of our congregation Evangeline Neuharth by adult baptism and Kari Swensen by adult confirmation.

LWML will meet Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. Alice with have the topic and Lee will serve lunch.

THE HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP will begin taking names for leaf raking. If you would like your name on the list, please contact Bob Pidde (925-7062) Collin Andersen (925-7072 or Stefanie Ruml (925-7004). The deadline to sign up for having your yard raked by the youth group is Sunday, October 17th.

CHURCH CHOIR will be having a Christmas Cantata this year. If you wish to participate in the cantata please come to choir practice on Wednesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcomed from high school age on up.

SNOW REMOVAL BIDS: are requested by the Board of Trustees. One bid is for the parking lot and the other bid is for the sidewalks at the church and the sidewalks at the parsonage. Please submit as soon as possible.

Plan to attend our annual Bazaar on November 4th from 10:30 to 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering your time to help that day or donate food please call one of the committee members. We plan to have the food list and work schedule finalized by next Sunday and we will post both at that time. Also thanks to all of you that have contacted us with your donations and willingness to work.

LUTHERANS FOR LIFE meeting will be on Friday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall.
The agenda will include; critique of fair booth, discussion of upcoming Life Sunday Soup Supper, and SD State LFL President Lynette Auch will report on the 2010 Diaper Derby results, provide update on Bike for Life results as well as information on any other statewide events.
We welcome all who may want to learn more about the Lords Life Ministry that you so generously support.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

October 17th 2010 Kid's Crossing looks at standing firm in the faith as Danny learns about Jesus from his Grandmother.
The featured speaker is Rev. Ben Rucker from Bethel Lutheran Church in Round Lake, MN. The sermon theme is "Prayer." The hymns are Come, Thou Almighty King; What a Friend We Have in Jesus; and Lord, Dismiss Thy Blessing. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Saturday, October 2, 2010

10-03-10 Announcements

Plans are being made for the November 4th Bazaar, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are still needed for vegetable soup, chicken noodle soup, chicken sandwich meat, salads, pies, pickles, crackers, & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We will again have the Country Store, Stitchery/Crafts Booth and the Lunch Counter. Please call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Garnet Stern (925-7298) Joan Dreessen (925-4462) Phyllis Knittel (925-4560) or Marlene Geidel (925-7000) if you are willing to donate food or work.

CONGREGATIONAL CALL MEETING: A call meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m. today. Please plan to attend this important meeting.

PASTOR AND JANET will be attending the Fall Pastor’s Conference in Rapid City from Monday to Wednesday. They will be back in time for Weekday School and Confirmation. If there is an emergency please contact one of the Elder’s.

LADIES AID will meet Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. Hostess will be Joan Dreessen. Altar Guild for the month of October is Julie Huber and Visiting helpers are Garnet Stern and Lee Lagendyk.

THE HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP will begin taking names for leaf raking. If you would like your name on the list, please contact Bob Pidde (925-7062) Collin Andersen (925-7072 or Stefanie Ruml (925-7004).

CHURCH CHOIR will be have a Christmas Canta this year. If you wish to participate in the canta please come to choir practice on Wednesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcomed from high school age on up.

SNOW REMOVAL BIDS: are requested by the Board of Trustees. One bid is for the parking lot and the other bid is for the sidewalks at the church and the sidewalks at the parsonage. Please submit as soon as possible.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH in Canistota extends a cordial welcome to everyone to come and enjoy a pork loin supper Wednesday evening, October 13th beginning at 5:00 p.m. $8/$4/ and Free!

MAIN STREET LIVING:

Not available at this time

Sunday, September 26, 2010

9/26/2010 Announcements

NEXT SUNDAY we will observe LWML Sunday, honoring our faithful women who serve the Lord in so many ways with love and compassion for others.

CONGREGATIONAL CALL MEETING: A call meeting is scheduled for Sunday, October 3rd, at 1:00 p.m. Please plan to attend this important meeting.

THE HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP will begin taking names for leaf raking. If you would like your name on the list, please contact Bob Pidde (925-7062) Collin Andersen (925-7072 or Stefanie Ruml (925-7004).

TO ALL GROUPS THAT USE THE KITCHEN! There will be a kitchen supply list posted on the refrigerator. We ask that if you notice we are low on something, please add it to the list. Someone will check the list every couple of weeks. Hopefully this will help us from running out of any supplies. Thank you. St. Paul Ladies Aid

THE MEN’S NETWORK SFSD will be bringing the Mission U Series to Sioux Falls. The first workshop (Mission U-101) will be held on October 2 at Zion Lutheran Church, 1400 S Duluth Avenue, in Sioux Falls. This is the first of a planned 5 part series of workshops that will be held on everyday evangelism. The presenter will be Traci Kohls. The workshop will run from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and includes lunch. Because of the cost of bringing this to Sioux Falls, there will be a charge of $15.00 an individual or $25.00 a couple to attend. To register, send an email to: mensnetworksfsd@gmail.com or call 605-338-5226. The deadline for registration is September 27. A poster is located on the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

Not available at this time.

Plans are being made for the November 4th Bazaar, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are still needed for vegetable soup, chicken noodle soup, chicken sandwich meat, salads, pies, pickles, crackers, & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We will again have the Country Store, Stitchery/Crafts Booth and the Lunch Counter. Please call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Garnet Stern (925-7298) Joan Dreessen (925-4462) Phyllis Knittel (925-4560) or Marlene Geidel (925-7000) if you are willing to donate food or work.

9/26/2010 Announcements

NEXT SUNDAY we will observe LWML Sunday, honoring our faithful women who serve the Lord in so many ways with love and compassion for others.

CONGREGATIONAL CALL MEETING: A call meeting is scheduled for Sunday, October 3rd, at 1:00 p.m. Please plan to attend this important meeting.

THE HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP will begin taking names for leaf raking. If you would like your name on the list, please contact Bob Pidde (925-7062) Collin Andersen (925-7072 or Stefanie Ruml (925-7004).

TO ALL GROUPS THAT USE THE KITCHEN! There will be a kitchen supply list posted on the refrigerator. We ask that if you notice we are low on something, please add it to the list. Someone will check the list every couple of weeks. Hopefully this will help us from running out of any supplies. Thank you. St. Paul Ladies Aid

THE MEN’S NETWORK SFSD will be bringing the Mission U Series to Sioux Falls. The first workshop (Mission U-101) will be held on October 2 at Zion Lutheran Church, 1400 S Duluth Avenue, in Sioux Falls. This is the first of a planned 5 part series of workshops that will be held on everyday evangelism. The presenter will be Traci Kohls. The workshop will run from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and includes lunch. Because of the cost of bringing this to Sioux Falls, there will be a charge of $15.00 an individual or $25.00 a couple to attend. To register, send an email to: mensnetworksfsd@gmail.com or call 605-338-5226. The deadline for registration is September 27. A poster is located on the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

Not available at this time.

Plans are being made for the November 4th Bazaar, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are still needed for vegetable soup, chicken noodle soup, chicken sandwich meat, salads, pies, pickles, crackers, & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We will again have the Country Store, Stitchery/Crafts Booth and the Lunch Counter. Please call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Garnet Stern (925-7298) Joan Dreessen (925-4462) Phyllis Knittel (925-4560) or Marlene Geidel (925-7000) if you are willing to donate food or work.

Friday, September 17, 2010

9-19-2010 Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WEEKDAY SCHOOL AND CONFIRMATION STUDENTS: Starting this Wednesday, you may take the bus from the school over to the church. You will need to ride Charles Duerksen’s bus, Number 7.

CONGREGATIONAL CALL MEETING: A call meeting is scheduled for Sunday, October 3rd, at 1:00 p.m. Please plan to attend this important meeting.

TO ALL GROUPS THAT USE THE KITCHEN! There will be a kitchen supply list posted on the refrigerator. We ask that if you notice we are low on something, please add it to the list. Someone will check the list every couple of weeks. Hopefully this will help us from running out of any supplies. Thank you. St. Paul Ladies Aid

THE MEN’S NETWORK SFSD will be bringing the Mission U Series to Sioux Falls. The first workshop (Mission U-101) will be held on October 2 at Zion Lutheran Church, 1400 S Duluth Avenue, in Sioux Falls. This is the first of a planned 5 part series of workshops that will be held on everyday evangelism. The presenter will be Traci Kohls. The workshop will run from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and includes lunch. Because of the cost of bringing this to Sioux Falls, there will be a charge of $15.00 an individual or $25.00 a couple to attend. To register, send an email to: mensnetworksfsd@gmail.com or call 605-338-5226. The deadline for registration is September 27. A poster is located on the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

MAIN STREET LIVING:
Sept. 26thKid’s Crossing finds Simon dealing with how to get to heaven, through faith in Jesus.
The featured speaker is Rev. Nathan Henschen from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Leola, SD. and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Ipswich, SD. The sermon theme is "How to Get to Heaven." The hymns are I Am Trusting You Lord Jesus; Children of the Heavenly Father; and All Depend on Our Possessing. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired

The Bazaar Committee has started making plans for the November 4th event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chili soup, vegetable soup, chicken noodle soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cakes, pickles, crackers, & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We will again have the Country Store, Stitchery/Crafts Booth and the Lunch Counter. Please call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Garnet Stern (925-7298) Joan Dreessen (925-4462) Phyllis Knittel (925-4560) or Marlene Geidel (925-7000) if you are willing to donate food or work.

Saturday, August 28, 2010

8-29-2010 Announcements

FLOWERS: The bouquet of roses on the right hand side of the altar is in honor of Ella and Elsie’s birthday. The roses on the left hand side of the altar are also given in honor of Ella and Elsie’s birthday given by Bill and Roberta Morfeld. Happy Birthday!!

CONGRATULATIONS to Orville and Julianne Huber as they will celebrate their 50th Anniversary on 9-4-10. Flowers on the piano are given by their children in observance of the GOLDEN occasion. Congratulations!!

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be held after church service.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL will be held after church service.

LADIES AID will meet Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will start September 12th! Please mark your calendars.

MIDWEEK CLASSES for the 5th-8th grade will begin on September 8th form 3:45 to 5:00 p.m. There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board in fellowship hall to sign up for a light snack for the children as the come from school.

CHOIR will begin on Sept. 8th at 8:00 p.m. High school age on up are welcomed to join.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

Sept. 5th Kid's Crossing is based on Luke 12:15. Janitor Bob talks about what it means to follow Jesus.
The featured speaker is Rev. Rev. Greg Hinners from Immanuel Lutheran Church of Wecota, SD, and Concordia Lutheran Church in Cresbard, SD. The sermon theme is "Walking as Jesus Walked." The hymns are In the Cross of Christ I Glory; When I Survey the Wondrous Cross; and Let Us Ever Walk With Jesus. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Choir PASTOR NABIL NOUR, will again lead the 100 mile ride from Armour to Sioux Falls Alpha Center on Saturday, September 11, 2010. Lutherans For Life will host the luncheon rest stop at St. Paul Lutheran church this year due to the overabundance of rain (and mosquitoes) making our normal roadside stop inadvisable.

Bike for Life proceeds continues to support the ultrasound ministry of the Sioux Falls Alpha Center Crisis Pregnancy Center and “The Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit as well as the Life: A Better Choice Campaign.”

Anyone interested in joining the ride, driving in the caravan, assisting with the luncheon, making a donation, seeking additional information about the ride and/or luncheon, please contact Richard or Bobbi Salis at 925-7529 (have answering machine) or e-mail; ribar1423@hotmail.com.

Monday, August 23, 2010

8-22-10 Announcements

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be held after church service.

NEXT SUNDAY, AUGUST 29th we will be serving the coffee hour after church in honor of our 90th birthday. Please join us. Ella and Elsie Hein.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL will be held next Sunday after church service.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will start September 12th! Please mark your calendars.

MIDWEEK CLASSES for the 5th-8th grade will begin on September 8th form 3:45 to 5:00 p.m. There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board in fellowship hall to sign up for a lite snack for the children as the come from school.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

August 29, 2010 Kid's Crossing answers the question of how Jesus will never leave a believer.
The featured speaker is Rev. Christen Prumm from St. John Lutheran Church in Britton, SD and Peace Lutheran Church in Hecla, SD. The sermon theme is "Christian Etiquette." The hymns are God Himself Is Present; Son of God, Eternal Savior; and Almighty Father, Bless the Word. The Main Street Living Choir will present the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Monday, August 16, 2010

8-15-2010 Announcements

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be held after church service.

MAIN STREET LIVING:
August 22, 2010 Kid's Crossing finds Simon dealing with how to get to heaven, through faith in Jesus.
The featured speaker is Rev. Hyle Anderson from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Aberdeen, SD. The sermon theme is "He Gives Us Laughter after Weeping." The hymns are Glory Be to God the Father; Precious Lord, Take My Hand; and Holy Spirit, Light Divine. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will start on September 12th! Please mark your calendars.

Monday, August 9, 2010

8-8-10 Announcements

THANK YOU to Pastor Farden for leading our worship service today and to his family for the special music.

LWML will meet this Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. Marlene will have the topic and Wyona will serve lunch.

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be held next Sunday after church service.

.MAIN STREET LIVING:

August 15, 2010 Kid's Crossing looks at standing firm in the faith as Danny learns about Jesus from his Grandmother.
The featured speaker is Rev. Jais Tinglund from Our Savior Lutheran Church in Aberdeen, SD and St. John Lutheran Church in Columbia, SD. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Thursday, July 29, 2010

8-1-2010 Announcements

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be held after church service. Class will not be held next week.

PASTOR and Janet will be on vacation next Sunday, August 8th. Janet’s niece will be married this Saturday in Duluth, MN. Pastor John Farden will be leading the worship service next Sunday, if you need pastoral care, please call one of the Elders or Pastor Ellis or Pastor Farden.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

August 8, 2010 Kid's Crossing deals with worry. Simon learns that worry results in wasted time.
The featured speaker is Vicar Thomas Brown from Zion Lutheran Church in Mitchell, SD. The sermon theme is "What's it worth?" The hymns are My Hope is Built on Nothing Less; Have No Fear, Little Flock; and In The Cross of Christ I Glory. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Monday, July 26, 2010

7-25-2010 Announcements

QUARTERLY VOTER’S MEETING will be held after church service today.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will be held after church service today.

We would like to THANK everyone for helping, supporting, and or donating food or money for Vacation Bible School this year. Everyone was extremely generous. Big thanks to the teachers and leaders that helped make VBS a success for 36 children. We especially appreciate Pastor and Janet for camping out in Freeman this week to be a BIG part of VBS. Ask anyone that was there how awesome of a job Janet did with teaching the Bible stories! Sincerely the Education Board, Amber, Lisa & Kristi

MAIN STREET LIVING:
August 1, 2010 Kids Crossing is based on Luke 12:15. Janitor Bob talks about greed and how life is more than possessions.
The featured speaker is Rev. Glenn Schultz from Trinity Lutheran Church in Corona, SD and Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Wilmot, SD. The sermon theme is "Being Rich Toward God." The hymns are God of Grace and God of Glory; Son of God, Eternal Savior; and Oh, That the Lord would Guide. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Monday, July 19, 2010

7-18-2010 Announcements

I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be after church service.

QUARTERLY VOTER’S MEETING will be held next Sunday after Church service.

THE CLEANING COMMITTEE AND TRUSTEES would like to thank all the volunteers who helped clean the parsonage Monday evening and for all of those who have helped with other small projects as well. Because of the large turnout we had, we were able to finish in one evening and for that we are very grateful. The parsonage looks very clean thanks to all of you!

SOUTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA Lutherans for Life Members will meet Friday, July 23, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at St. Martin Lutheran Church in Alexandria.

VBS JULY 19th -23rd starting at 5:15-8:15 pm with supper provided each night. ANY child is welcome to attend but we will focus on ages 4 years old through those that were in the 6th grade.

Encourage children to come . . . family members, extended family, neighbors and friends for a great week of fun that is based on following JESUS!

Registration forms are available from the ushers or by the registration box in the Fellowship Hall. We asked that all forms are turned in by Saturday, JULY 10th. But the earlier the better.

Please take note to bulletin board where there is a list of supplies that we are asking your help with.

Thanks in advance for your support. Kristi

MAIN STREET LIVING:

July 25th Kid's Crossing has a little talk with God, a look at prayer.
The featured speaker is Rev. Richard Milbrandt from St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Plankinton, SD. and Trinity Lutheran Church in White Lake, SD. The sermon theme is "Only One Thing is Needed." The hymns are Lord Jesus Christ, Be Present Now; Oh, That the Lord Would Guide My Way; and Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS: A list of volunteer drivers is posted on the bulletin board in fellowship hall. These drivers are willing to drive you to appointments such as doctor, dentist etc. If you would like to be a driver please contact me. Thank you Diane

Monday, July 12, 2010

7-11-2010 Announcementa

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be after church service.

PARSONAGE CLEANING is tomorrow evening at 6:00 p.m. Sign up sheets are on the table in fellowship hall. Sign up for the area you would prefer to work in. Please bring the supplies listed for your area and label your supplies with your name. If we have enough help we could finish in one evening, if not we will choose another date to finish this project. Thank you.

CHURCH COUNCIL will be meeting Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m.

VBS JULY 19th -23rd starting at 5:15-8:15 pm with supper provided each night. ANY child is welcome to attend but we will focus on ages 4 years old through those that were in the 6th grade.

Encourage children to come . . . family members, extended family, neighbors and friends for a great week of fun that is based on following JESUS!

Registration forms are available from the ushers or by the registration box in the Fellowship Hall. We asked that all forms are turned in by Saturday, JULY 10th. But the earlier the better.

Please take note to bulletin board where there is a list of supplies that we are asking your help with.

Thanks in advance for your support. Kristi

MAIN STREET LIVING:

July 18th Kid's Crossing looks at the story of Mary and Martha as Bernice works on crafts for Bible school.
The featured speaker is Rev. Albert Althoff from St. John Lutheran Church in Gregory, SD. The sermon theme is "Must Not Be Taken Away." The hymns are Today Thy Mercy Calls Us; Speak, O Lord, Your Servant Listens; and Almighty Father, Bless The Word. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS: A list of volunteer drivers is posted on the bulletin board in fellowship hall. These drivers are willing to drive you to appointments such as doctor, dentist etc. If you would like to be a driver please contact me. Thank you Diane

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

07-04-10 Announcements

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be after church service.

ELDER’S will be meeting Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m.

LWML will meet Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. Topic will be led by Gerry and lunch will be served by Lee.

VBS JULY 19th -23rd starting at 5:15-8:15 pm with supper provided each night. ANY child is welcome to attend but we will focus on ages 4 years old through those that were in the 6th grade.

Encourage children to come . . . family members, extended family, neighbors and friends for a great week of fun that is based on following JESUS!

Registration forms are available from the ushers or by the registration box in the Fellowship Hall. We asked that all forms are turned in by Saturday, JULY 10th. But the earlier the better.

Please take note to bulletin board where there is a list of supplies that we are asking your help with.

Thanks in advance for your support. Kristi

PARSONAGE CLEANING has been set for July 12th, at 6:00 p.m. Please check the bulletin board in the fellowship hall and sign up for the area you would prefer to work in. Please bring the supplies listed for your area and label your supplies with your name. If we have enough help we could finish in one evening, if not we will choose another date to finish this project. Thank you.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

July 11th Kid's Crossing takes Simon through a problem with a friend and he learns to help the friend.
The featured speaker is Rev. Scott Sailer from Faith Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls SD. The sermon theme is "On Being a Good Neighbor." The hymns are Lord Jesus Christ, Be Present Now; May We Your Precepts, Lord, Fulfill; and Savior, I Follow On. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS: A list of volunteer drivers is posted on the bulletin board in fellowship hall. These drivers are willing to drive you to appointments such as doctor, dentist etc. If you would like to be a driver please contact me. Thank you Diane

Monday, June 21, 2010

6-20-10 Announcements

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! We praise God for the Christian fathers and mothers who are daily living the Christian life, giving the daily example of Christian love to their children. We pray that the Lord would bless all our homes with love, joy and peace.

THE BOUQUET on the altar this morning is in honor of Pauline Walz who will be celebrating her 99th birthday on June 22nd. We pray that the Lord who has blessed her with a long life may continue to bless and keep her in his care.

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will be after church service.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY On behalf of Lutherans For Life and The Alpha Centers “Fleet For Little Feet”, your continued support of LFL’s Life Ministry and your generosity to The Alpha Center life crisis outreach program are so greatly appreciated.
May GOD bless you as HE has blessed us through your generous participation in the Diaper Derby.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

June 27th – Not available at this time.

Sunday, June 6, 2010

6-6-2010 Announcements

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU” will begin after church service.

THANKS to all that contributed to the FRHS Auxiliary May fundraising drive. We collected $224.00 at our church. Thank you.

LWML will meet Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. Topic will be by Wyona Hofer and lunch will be served by Julie.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY is taking place now thru Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010. A Rubbermaid storage container will be provided for donations and pull-ups of all sizes. Layette/shower type items will be accepted for the “Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit that service many communities throughout South Dakota. This is a state wide event for Lutheran Congregations throughout South Dakota, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to participate again.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

June 13th Kid's Crossing looks at worry. Watch as Simon and Bernice discuss how not to worry.
The featured speaker is Rev. Greg Lehr from Zion Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD. The sermon theme is "Beautiful Feet." The hymns are Let Us ever Walk with Jesus; Jesus Sinners Doth Receive; and Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Announcements 5-31-10

ANNOUNCEMENTS

STARTING NEXT SUNDAY: “I Have Good News for You” will begin after church service.

LADIES AID will meet Thursday evening at 7:30. Hostess is Marie Wrenn. For the month of June, Altar Guild is Millie Gunderson and Visiting Helper is Mildred Siekmann.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY is taking place now thru Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010. A Rubbermaid storage container will be provided for donations and pull-ups of all sizes. Layette/shower type items will be accepted for the “Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit that service many communities throughout South Dakota. This is a state wide event for Lutheran Congregations throughout South Dakota, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to participate again.

FREEMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES AUXILIARY FUNDRAISING DRIVE: May is fundraising month for FRHS AUXILIARY. In the past volunteers went door to door contacting Freeman residents & area country residents were contacted through each church. Due to the difficulty of finding volunteers the FRHS Auxiliary decided to do the fundraising by having contribution baskets available at each church throughout the month of May. FRHS Auxiliary uses these funds to purchase needed items at our local hospital/nursing home. We are very fortunate to have health services available in our community and we would appreciate your contributions. Thank you.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

June 6thKid's Crossing, watch as Janitor Bob shows how those that love Jesus obey commands from Jesus and the laws of God.
The featured speaker is Rev. William Sabol from Trinity Lutheran Church in Jasper, MN. The sermon theme is "Where’s My Miracle." The hymns are Holy God We Praise Thy Name; If Thou But Trust in God in God to Guide Thee; and I Know that My Redeemer Lives. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Announcements 5-31-10

ANNOUNCEMENTS

STARTING NEXT SUNDAY: “I Have Good News for You” will begin after church service.

LADIES AID will meet Thursday evening at 7:30. Hostess is Marie Wrenn. For the month of June, Altar Guild is Millie Gunderson and Visiting Helper is Mildred Siekmann.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY is taking place now thru Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010. A Rubbermaid storage container will be provided for donations and pull-ups of all sizes. Layette/shower type items will be accepted for the “Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit that service many communities throughout South Dakota. This is a state wide event for Lutheran Congregations throughout South Dakota, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to participate again.

FREEMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES AUXILIARY FUNDRAISING DRIVE: May is fundraising month for FRHS AUXILIARY. In the past volunteers went door to door contacting Freeman residents & area country residents were contacted through each church. Due to the difficulty of finding volunteers the FRHS Auxiliary decided to do the fundraising by having contribution baskets available at each church throughout the month of May. FRHS Auxiliary uses these funds to purchase needed items at our local hospital/nursing home. We are very fortunate to have health services available in our community and we would appreciate your contributions. Thank you.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

June 6thKid's Crossing, watch as Janitor Bob shows how those that love Jesus obey commands from Jesus and the laws of God.
The featured speaker is Rev. William Sabol from Trinity Lutheran Church in Jasper, MN. The sermon theme is "Where’s My Miracle." The hymns are Holy God We Praise Thy Name; If Thou But Trust in God in God to Guide Thee; and I Know that My Redeemer Lives. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Sunday, May 23, 2010

5-23-10 announcements

FOLLOWING the service, Pastor would like to meet with those who desire to start the course, “I Have Good News for You.” We will try to determine a starting date for the course. We will meet in the narthex.

PLEASE remember in your prayers LeAnne Albrecht as she undergoes chemo treatment for cancer.

WELCOME: We welcome Dan, Karissa, Dillon and Karson Podzimek as members of St. Paul Lutheran Church. They have transferred their membership here from Redeemer Lutheran Church of Sioux Falls.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY is taking place now thru Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010. A Rubbermaid storage container will be provided for donations and pull-ups of all sizes. Layette/shower type items will be accepted for the “Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit that service many communities throughout South Dakota. This is a state wide event for Lutheran Congregations throughout South Dakota, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to participate again.

FREEMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES AUXILIARY FUNDRAISING DRIVE: May is fundraising month for FRHS AUXILIARY. In the past volunteers went door to door contacting Freeman residents & area country residents were contacted through each church. Due to the difficulty of finding volunteers the FRHS Auxiliary decided to do the fundraising by having contribution baskets available at each church throughout the month of May. FRHS Auxiliary uses these funds to purchase needed items at our local hospital/nursing home. We are very fortunate to have health services available in our community and we would appreciate your contributions. Thank you.

MAIN STREET LIVING:
May 30thKid's Crossing uses Matt 28:19, No person can serve two masters. We are to teach as Jesus taught.
The featured speaker is Rev. Gene Haug from St John Lutheran Church in Wagner, SD and Trinity Lutheran Church in Fairfax, SD. The sermon theme is “God’s Holy Prescription.” The hymns are Glory Be to God the Father; Holy, Holy, Holy; and Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired

Sunday, May 16, 2010

5-16-10 Announcements

FOLLOWING the service, Pastor would like to meet with those who desire to start the course, “I Have Good News for You.” Please meet in the narthex.

NEXT SUNDAY is the last day of Sunday school.

PLEASE remember in your prayers LeAnne Albrecht as she undergoes chemo treatment for cancer.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY is taking place now thru Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010. A Rubbermaid storage container will be provided for donations and pull-ups of all sizes. Layette/shower type items will be accepted for the “Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit that service many communities throughout South Dakota. This is a state wide event for Lutheran Congregations throughout South Dakota, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to participate again.

FREEMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES AUXILIARY FUNDRAISING DRIVE: May is fundraising month for FRHS AUXILIARY. In the past volunteers went door to door contacting Freeman residents & area country residents were contacted through each church. Due to the difficulty of finding volunteers the FRHS Auxiliary decided to do the fundraising by having contribution baskets available at each church throughout the month of May. FRHS Auxiliary uses these funds to purchase needed items at our local hospital/nursing home. We are very fortunate to have health services available in our community and we would appreciate your contributions. Thank you.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

May 23rd Kid's Crossing retells Pentecost with an interview with individuals that witnessed the event.
The featured speaker is Rev. Dale Sattgast, President of the SD District of the LC/MS. The sermon theme is "God Has Poured Out His Spirit." The hymns are Holy Spirit, Light Divine; Holy Spirit Ever Dwelling; and Come Holy Ghost, God and Lord. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Sunday, May 9, 2010

5-9-2010 announcements

WE CONGRATULATE our confirmands who have now completed the study of the basic Christian doctrines and are now confirmed in their faith. We pray that the Lord would continue to bless and strengthen their faith through the study of His Word and the encouragement of parents and fellow believers in Jesus Christ, our Lord.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! We thank the Lord for all our mothers who have given us life, who have fed us, clothed us and provided for our every need from our very first day of life. We thank our faithful mothers who read Bible stories to us and taught us how to pray to our Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior. We thank our mothers who have shown us how to be good parents and providers for our families. We thank our Lord for all the faithful mothers who are now with the Lord in heaven.

FOLLOWING the service this morning, Brogun Lee Broders becomes a child of God through God’s own Word and promise in the sacrament of baptism. His parents are Thomas Broders and Kelli Olesen. His sponsors are Sara Broders, Alen Broders and Jason Schenkel. Brogun will be having more surgery on his heart on May 19th. We pray that Brogun’s surgery may be successful and allow him to live a normal life.

ARDEN & ARLENE STERN’S nephew’s, Lee and Troy Heckenlaible will be leaving tomorrow (Monday) for Afghanistan for one year duty. Please keep them in your prayers.

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU”: Pastor Kramer will be starting and adult instruction class, titled, “I Have Good News for You.” It covers the basic Christian doctrines in ten lessons, each lasting about an hour and a half. Upon completion of the course, you may join the church, but there is no obligation to do so. The course is also an excellent Biblical review for those who are already members. If you are interested, please speak to the pastor or sign up on the bulletin board. We will try to work with your schedules; cassette tapes will be also available for those unable to attend class. Tentative time- Sunday after services or any weekday evening.

DUAL PARISH UPDATE: Our voters met yesterday (Sunday, May 2nd) to discuss our dual parish options. They decided not to pursue a dual parish with St. Paul’s. We sincerely appreciate your willingness to consider a dual parish agreement. We enjoyed meeting with you. I will contact Pastor Christopher and let him know our decision. We pray God’s blessings on your church as you call a new pastor. The Lord’s Grace be with you. Dave Guericke

FREEMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES AUXILIARY FUNDRAISING DRIVE: May is fundraising month for FRHS AUXILIARY. In the past volunteers went door to door contacting Freeman residents & area country residents were contacted through each church. Due to the difficulty of finding volunteers the FRHS Auxiliary decided to do the fundraising by having contribution baskets available at each church throughout the month of May. FRHS Auxiliary uses these funds to purchase needed items at our local hospital/nursing home. We are very fortunate to have health services available in our community and we would appreciate your contributions. Thank you.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

May 16th Kid's Crossing watch as Janitor Bob tells Simon about the good shepherd. Krista K visits with a modern day shepherd.
The featured speaker is Rev. Keith Bicknase from Emanuel Lutheran Church in Milbank, SD. The sermon theme is "Come Lord Jesus!" The hymns are Come, Thou Almighty King; I’m But a Stranger Here; and Children of the Heavenly Father. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY will began today concluding thru Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010. A Rubbermaid storage container will be provided for donations and pull-ups of all sizes. Layette/shower type items will be accepted for the “Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit that service many communities throughout South Dakota. This is a state wide event for Lutheran Congregations throughout South Dakota, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to participate again.

5-9-2010 announcements

WE CONGRATULATE our confirmands who have now completed the study of the basic Christian doctrines and are now confirmed in their faith. We pray that the Lord would continue to bless and strengthen their faith through the study of His Word and the encouragement of parents and fellow believers in Jesus Christ, our Lord.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! We thank the Lord for all our mothers who have given us life, who have fed us, clothed us and provided for our every need from our very first day of life. We thank our faithful mothers who read Bible stories to us and taught us how to pray to our Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior. We thank our mothers who have shown us how to be good parents and providers for our families. We thank our Lord for all the faithful mothers who are now with the Lord in heaven.

FOLLOWING the service this morning, Brogun Lee Broders becomes a child of God through God’s own Word and promise in the sacrament of baptism. His parents are Thomas Broders and Kelli Olesen. His sponsors are Sara Broders, Alen Broders and Jason Schenkel. Brogun will be having more surgery on his heart on May 19th. We pray that Brogun’s surgery may be successful and allow him to live a normal life.

ARDEN & ARLENE STERN’S nephew’s, Lee and Troy Heckenlaible will be leaving tomorrow (Monday) for Afghanistan for one year duty. Please keep them in your prayers.

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU”: Pastor Kramer will be starting and adult instruction class, titled, “I Have Good News for You.” It covers the basic Christian doctrines in ten lessons, each lasting about an hour and a half. Upon completion of the course, you may join the church, but there is no obligation to do so. The course is also an excellent Biblical review for those who are already members. If you are interested, please speak to the pastor or sign up on the bulletin board. We will try to work with your schedules; cassette tapes will be also available for those unable to attend class. Tentative time- Sunday after services or any weekday evening.

DUAL PARISH UPDATE: Our voters met yesterday (Sunday, May 2nd) to discuss our dual parish options. They decided not to pursue a dual parish with St. Paul’s. We sincerely appreciate your willingness to consider a dual parish agreement. We enjoyed meeting with you. I will contact Pastor Christopher and let him know our decision. We pray God’s blessings on your church as you call a new pastor. The Lord’s Grace be with you. Dave Guericke

FREEMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES AUXILIARY FUNDRAISING DRIVE: May is fundraising month for FRHS AUXILIARY. In the past volunteers went door to door contacting Freeman residents & area country residents were contacted through each church. Due to the difficulty of finding volunteers the FRHS Auxiliary decided to do the fundraising by having contribution baskets available at each church throughout the month of May. FRHS Auxiliary uses these funds to purchase needed items at our local hospital/nursing home. We are very fortunate to have health services available in our community and we would appreciate your contributions. Thank you.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

May 16th Kid's Crossing watch as Janitor Bob tells Simon about the good shepherd. Krista K visits with a modern day shepherd.
The featured speaker is Rev. Keith Bicknase from Emanuel Lutheran Church in Milbank, SD. The sermon theme is "Come Lord Jesus!" The hymns are Come, Thou Almighty King; I’m But a Stranger Here; and Children of the Heavenly Father. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY will began today concluding thru Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010. A Rubbermaid storage container will be provided for donations and pull-ups of all sizes. Layette/shower type items will be accepted for the “Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit that service many communities throughout South Dakota. This is a state wide event for Lutheran Congregations throughout South Dakota, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to participate again.

Sunday, May 2, 2010

5-2-10 announcements

THE EXAMINATION SERVICE will be on Saturday evening, May
8th at 7:00 p.m. and Confirmation will be next Sunday, May 9th at
9:30. Our confirmands are, Paige Albrecht, Nicole Hinckley, Matthew
Peterson and Maria Starner.

LUTHERAN’S FOR LIFE ANNUAL DIAPER DERBY will begin on Mothers Day, May 9th, 2010 concluding on Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010. A Rubbermaid storage container will be provided for donations and pull-ups of all sizes. Layette/shower type items will be accepted for the “Fleet for Little Feet” mobile unit that service many communities throughout South Dakota. This is a state wide event for Lutheran Congregations throughout South Dakota, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to participate again.

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU”: Pastor Kramer will be starting and adult instruction class, titled, “I Have Good News for You.” It covers the basic Christian doctrines in ten lessons, each lasting about an hour and a half. Upon completion of the course, you may join the church, but there is no obligation to do so. The course is also an excellent Biblical review for those who are already members. If you are interested, please speak to the pastor or sign up on the bulletin board. We will try to work with your schedules; cassette tapes will be also available for those unable to attend class. Tentative time- Sunday after services or any weekday evening.

THANK YOU: Janet and I thank all of you who provided snacks to the students on Wednesday afternoons. We appreciate the love, the time and the effort that you were willing to give to the students. The food was delicious and much appreciated. The classes for the 5th, 6th and 7th grades have now ended. The eighth grade students will meet this week in preparation for confirmation next Sunday.

SUNDAY SCHOOL DATES TO NOTE:
May 23rd – End of Sunday School year for summer break
June 27th, July 25th & August 29th- We will have the Sunday School children meet after church on the last Sunday of each month through out the summer. Week of July 18th – VBS; evenings (watch for more details)
Sept 12th- Sunday School year begins
Please prayerfully consider helping with VBS or SS. Anyone interested please contact any education board member; Kristi, Lisa or Amber.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

May 9th Kid's Crossing uses drama to depict the ascension of Christ.
The featured speaker is Rev. Vernon Schindler from Zion Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD. The sermon theme is "My Aim in Life." The hymns are Jesus Christ Is Risen Today; Children of the Heavenly Father; and Go My Children with My Blessing. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS: If you are able to volunteer driving another member of the church to a doctor appointment or other appointments, please let Diane know.

Saturday, April 24, 2010

4-25-10 Announcements

VOTER’S MEETING will be held next after church service.

ATTENTION LADIES OF THE CONGREATION: Sunday,
May 2nd at 6:00 p.m. will be our Mother/Daughter banquet (potluck).
Please invite mothers, daughters, granddaughters, friends, etc.

THE EXAMINATION SERVICE will be on Saturday evening, May
8th at 7:00 p.m. and Confirmation will be on Sunday, May 9th at
9:30. Our confirmands are, Paige Albrecht, Nicole Hinckley, Matthew
Peterson and Maria Starner.

LUTHERAN WITNESS: If you know of any address changes that
need to be made to the Lutheran Witness, please let me know. Or if you
are not receiving the Lutheran Witness and would like to, please let me
know. Diane

BANQUET UPDATE: We still need lots of help serving at the Banquet
and help with preparing the meal. Transportation will be available for those who need it. Be at the church by 4:00 p.m. If you are helping to prepare the meal, please talk to Joan. This years menu will be, Barbeques, baked beans, tator tots and bananas. Donations of 1% milk and coffee will be accepted. You can leave them in the kitchen. Please remember, no open toed shoes. No low cut tops of short tops. No shorts above the knee. Your help is greatly appreciated.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

May 2nd Kid's Crossing, watch as Janitor Bob shows how those that love Jesus obey His Commands and the laws of God.
The featured speaker is Rev. Terry Naasz from Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Brookings, SD. The sermon theme is "Eyes on the Prize." The hymns are My Hope Is Built on Nothing Else; Let Us Ever Walk with Jesus; and Jesus Shall Reign Where the Sun. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

“I HAVE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU”: Pastor Kramer will be starting and adult instruction class, titled, “I Have Good News for You.” It covers the basic Christian doctrines in ten lessons, each lasting about an hour and a half. Upon completion of the course, you may join the church, but there is no obligation to do so. The course is also an excellent Biblical review for those who are already members. If you are interested, please speak to the pastor or sign up on the bulletin board. We will try to work with your schedules; cassette tapes will be also available for those unable to attend class. Tentative time- Sunday after services or any weekday evening.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS: If you are able to volunteer driving another member of the church to a doctor appointment or other appointments, please speak to Diane.

SUNDAY SCHOOL DATES TO NOTE:
May 23rd – End of Sunday School year for summer break
June 27th, July 25th & August 29th- We will have the Sunday School children meet after church on the last Sunday of each month through out the summer. Week of July 18th – VBS; evenings (watch for more details)
Sept 12th- Sunday School year begins
Please prayerfully consider helping with VBS or SS. Anyone interested please contact any education board member; Kristi, Lisa or Amber.

PORTALS OF PRAYER: If you or if there is someone you know who
would like to receive the Portals of Prayer in large print, please sign up on
the sheet in fellowship hall.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

4-18-10 Announcements

VOTER’S MEETING will be held next Sunday after church service.

LAWN MOWING: Trustees are accepting bids for lawn mowing.
Please submit your bid to Mark, Scott or Craig as soon as possible.

ATTENTION LADIES OF THE CONGREATION: Sunday,
May 2nd at 6:00 p.m. will be our Mother/Daughter banquet (potluck).
Please invite mothers, daughters, granddaughters, friends, etc.

THE EXAMINATION SERVICE will be on Saturday evening, May
8th at 7:00 p.m. and Confirmation will be on Sunday, May 9th at
9:30. Our confirmands are, Paige Albrecht, Nicole Hinckley, Matthew
Peterson and Maria Starner.

ALLEN NEUHARTH AND EVA ORR will be united in the bonds
of marriage here on Saturday, April 24th at 3:00 p.m. We pray God
would bless their marriage.

MELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: Please turn your application for
the Melcher Scholarship to Garnet, Sylvia or Clarice as soon as
possible.

SWAN LAKE CHRISTIAN CAMP: There are brochures for Swan
Lake Camp on the bulletin board in fellowship.

CAMP MINNEBOJI: There are brochures for Camp Minneboji on
the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

LUTHERAN WITNESS: If you know of any address changes that
need to be made to the Lutheran Witness, please let me know. Or if you
are not receiving the Lutheran Witness and would like to, please let me
know. Diane

SUNDAY SCHOOL DATES TO NOTE:
May 23rd – End of Sunday School year for summer break
June 27th, July 25th & August 29th- We will have the Sunday School children meet after church on the last Sunday of each month through out the summer. Week of July 18th – VBS; evenings (watch for more details)
Sept 12th- Sunday School year begins
Please prayerfully consider helping with VBS or SS. Anyone interested please contact any education board member; Kristi, Lisa or Amber.

BANQUET UPDATE: We still need lots of help serving at the Banquet
and help with preparing the meal. Transportation will be available for those who need it. Be at the church by 4:00 p.m. If you are helping to prepare the meal, please talk to Joan. This years menu will be, Barbeques, baked beans, tator tots and bananas. Donations of 1% milk and coffee will be accepted. You can leave them in the kitchen. Please remember, no open toed shoes. No low cut tops of short tops. No shorts above the knee. Your help is greatly appreciated.

PORTALS OF PRAYER: If you or if there is someone you know who
would like to receive the Portals of Prayer in large print, please sign up on
the sheet in fellowship hall.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Folders

FLOWERS on the Altar this morning are in honor of Arden and
Arlene 50th wedding anniversary given to them by their
children. Congratulations!

LAWN MOWING: Trustees are accepting bids for lawn mowing.
Please submit your bid to Mark, Scott or Craig as soon as possible.

ATTENTION LADIES OF THE CONGREATION: Sunday,
May 2nd at 6:00 p.m. will be our Mother/Daughter banquet (potluck).
Please invite mothers, daughters, granddaughters, friends, etc.

MELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: Please turn your application for
the Melcher Scholarship to Garnet, Sylvia or Clarice as soon as
possible.

SWAN LAKE CHRISTIAN CAMP: There are brochures for Swan
Lake Camp on the bulletin board in fellowship.

CAMP MINNEBOJI: There are brochures for Camp Minneboji on
the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

SNACKS: There is a sign up sheet in fellowship hall for snacks for
Weekday School and Confirmation. If anyone is able to help out with
this it would be appreciated.

LUTHERAN WITNESS: If you know of any address changes thatneed to be made to the Lutheran Witness, please let me know. Or if you are not receiving the Lutheran Witness and would like to, please let me know. Diane

THANK YOU from the Jason & Connie Luke family for all your
e-mails, phone calls, cards and most of all prayers during surgery and
recovery of Jason’s sister.

Friday, April 2, 2010

announcements 4-4-10

THANK YOU to all who provided an Easter lily to be used at the Easter Services. If you desire, you may take your flower home after service.

COFFEE HOUR: There will be coffee hour after church service
this morning in honor of Pastor Kramer’s birthday. Happy
Birthday Pastor!!

LWML will meet Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. “Where Jesus
Walked,” will be shown. Marlene has topic, Gerry will be hostess.
Everyone is invited to attend.

MENTOR/MENTEE outing will be next Sunday, April 11th. We will
be leaving after church to Sioux Falls for dinner and a movie.

LAWN MOWING: Trustees are accepting bids for lawn mowing.
Please submit your bid to Mark, Scott or Craig as soon as possible.

MELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: Please turn your application for
the Melcher Scholarship to Garnet, Sylvia or Clarice as soon as
possible.

SWAN LAKE CHRISTIAN CAMP: There are brochures for Swan
Lake Camp on the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

CAMP MINNEBOJI: There are brochures for Camp Minneboji on
the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

SNACKS: There is a sign up sheet in fellowship hall for snacks for
Weekday School and Confirmation. If anyone is able to help out with
this it would be appreciated.

LUTHERAN WITNESS: If you know of any address changes that
need to be made to the Lutheran Witness, please let me know. Or if you
are not receiving the Lutheran Witness and would like to, please let me
know. Diane

PORTALS OF PRAYER: If you or if there is someone you know who
would like to receive the Portals of Prayer in large print, please sign up on the sheet in fellowship hall.

FOR I WAS HUNGRY AND YOU GAVE ME SOMETHING TO EAT, I WAS THIRSTY AND YOU GAVE ME SOMETHING TO DRINK, I WAS A STRANGER AND YOU INVITED ME IN. MATTHEW 25:35: We will again be serving at The Banquet in Sioux Falls. The date is set for Tuesday, April 27th. We will need 6-7 volunteers to be there at 2:00 p.m. to help prepare the meal. We will also need 35-40 volunteers to be there at 5:15 to serve the meal. Sign up sheets are posted on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Your help is greatly appreciated. We had a wonderful turnout last year. I hope we can do it again. It was a humbling and worthwhile experience. Any questions, please contact Joan.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

April 11th Kid's Crossing goes with Thomas as Christ shows him the wounds in his hands so he will believe.
The featured speaker is Rev. Jeff Kalb from Emanuel Lutheran Church in Sisseton, SD, and Zion Lutheran Church in Waubay, SD. The sermon theme is "No Fear!" The hymns are He's Risen, He's Risen, Christ Jesus the Lord. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Sunday, March 28, 2010

3-28-2010 announcements

BAPTISM: Lydia Grace Dannenbring will be baptized during church service this morning. Blessings on Lydia.

COFFEE HOUR this morning will be served by members
of the Lee Lagendyk family in honor of her 85th Birthday. Happy
Birthday Lee!

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Weekday School and Confirmation will
meet on THURSDAY at 3:30-5:00 p.m. Snacks will be served.

MENTOR/MENTEE outing will be Sunday, April 11th. We will be
leaving after church to Sioux Falls for dinner and a movie.

SWAN LAKE CHRISTIAN CAMP: There are brochures for Swan
Lake Camp on the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

CAMP MINNEBOJI: There are brochures for Camp Minneboji on
the bulletin board in fellowship hall.

SNACKS: There is a sign up sheet in fellowship hall for snacks for
Weekday School and Confirmation. If anyone is able to help out with
this it would be appreciated.

LUTHERAN WITNESS: If you know of any address changes that
need to be made to the Lutheran Witness, please let me know. Or if you
are not receiving the Lutheran Witness and would like to, please let me
know. Diane

FOR I WAS HUNGRY AND YOU GAVE ME SOMETHING TO EAT, I WAS THRISTY AND YOU GAVE ME SOMETHING TO DRINK, I WAS A STRANGER AND YOU INVITED ME IN. MATTHEW 25:35: We will again be serving at The Banquet in Sioux Falls. The date is set for Tuesday, April 27th. We will need 6-7 volunteers to be there at 2:00 p.m. to help prepare the meal. We will also need 35-40 volunteers to be there at 5:15 to serve the meal. Sign up sheets are posted on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Your help is greatly appreciated. We had a wonderful turnout last year. I hope we can do it again. It was a humbling and worthwhile experience. Any questions, please contact Joan.

MAIN STREET LIVING:

April 4th Kid's Crossing, Easter, the day of resurrection, Jesus Christ has risen from the tomb!The featured speaker is Rev. Warren Uecker from Our Savior Lutheran Church in Madison, SD, and St. John's Lutheran Church in Howard, SD. The sermon theme is "Alleluia Indeed!" The hymns are Christ, the Lord is Risen; Jesus Christ is Risen Today; and I know that My Redeemer Lives. The Main Street Living Choir will provide the hymns. The program is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Three Estates; God's innoculation for fear

  The following is a republishing of a series of articles for a newspaper in 2020, slightly modified. Pastor Makelin Wow. The world has gone...