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.

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