12/23/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we continue to remember all of the families (both in our midst and nationwide) who are in mourning over the loss of their loved ones as well as all other people who sick or in cancer treatment, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

A SPECIAL THANK YOU to the Samaritan Ladies for their time and effort last Wednesday to provide our soup and sandwich supper!  They did an excellent job as did the Andersen family and the Lutherans For Life before our 1^st midweek service and the Roth families who hosted the supper before our 2^nd midweek worship service.  Thank you all very much – we sincerely appreciate your work!

LADIES AID will meet on January 3^rd at 7:00 p.m. for Bible Study and business meeting.  The hostess will be Marie Wrenn.  Visiting Helpers are Ruth Koerner and Garnet Stern.  Coffee Hour committee for January 6^th is Garnet Stern, Staci Stern and Susan Borglum.

Christmas Worship Services – We invite you to join us as we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of Man and Son of God!  Our Christmas Eve Children’s Program will be held on Dec. 24^th at 7:00 p.m.  Please mark your calendars and come worship with us as our youth present the Christmas story.  Our Christmas Day service will be Dec. 25^th at 9:30 a.m.  Both services will be filled with your favorite Christmas hymns so bring a friend with you!

NO MIDWEEK SCHOOL or CONFIRMATION CLASSES on the last 2 Wednesdays of December.  Christmas Break will be 2 weeks long so both classes will resume January 2^nd!

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sun., Dec 23^rd        10:45 – 2:30    (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

MANY THANKS to Diane Engbrecht and Brenda Carmichael (members of Zion Lutheran, Canistota) who volunteered to sing in our choir’s Cantata performance today.  We sincerely appreciate your willingness to give of your time and talents to the music ministry of our church!  Also please note that our choir will perform their Cantata at Zion Lutheran in Canistota next Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

HOLIDAY CHEER – This past Wednesday the Ladies Aid Visiting Committee delivered “Holiday Best Wishes” in the form of a personal visit, a Christmas card and a bud vase containing a carnation and evergreens to the following church members:  Bob Albrecht, Clara Baer, Erna Bittner, Bernice Cvrk, Matt Dannenbring, Alice Fliginger, Bernice Graber, Ella and Elsie Hein, Verna Herrboldt, Connie Hinckley, Myrna Huber, LaVonne Knittel, Ruth Koerner, Delphine Laber, Lorna Langle, Mahala Petersen, Lucille Rembold, Helen Schamber, Max Schamber, Gary Schrag, Kermit and Darlene Schrag, Olinda Stark, Pauline Walz and Marge Wollman.  Christmas cards were sent to the Kahlen Salis family in Freeman and 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 the vases for next year’s deliveries.  Thank you very much.

We want to send A BIG THANK YOU to all God’s “angels” here on earth that contributed to our Christmas Mission Tree.  Your generosity was amazing and heaven-sent for those in need.  We collected 2 coats, 4 scarves, 23 blankets, 38 undergarments, 47 hats, 63 pairs of gloves and 103 pairs of socks.  Thank you so much for your participation and as well as for sharing the spirit of giving.  May God bless your Christmas!  (s) The Board of Ed

THANK YOU so much for your comforting words, prayers, cards and beautiful flowers.  You have touched my heart with your kindness!  I thank God each day for my St. Paul Lutheran Church family! (s) Susan Borglum

THANK YOU Denise Peterson and Steve Smidt for helping out with the youth lock-in.  They had a fun time and it could not have happened without your help.  (s) Aleta Starner

ANNUAL REPORT – It’s that time of year to start working on the annual report.  Please get your report to Aleta or Pastor before the next elected officials take your place in the upcoming year.  Thank you for your help in getting the reports done in a timely matter.

There is a SIGN UP SHEET on the bulletin board if you would like to usher in the upcoming year.  Please add your name if you are interested in helping out.  Thank you.

NEW ADDRESSES -- The following members have moved:

Lucille Rembold:  Room 125, Salem Home, 106 West 7^th Street

Altha Mayer:  Room 22, Wakonda Heritage Manor, 515 Ohio St., Wakonda, SD 57073

RIDE THE BUS! – Winter weather is here so don’t forget that you can take advantage of Freeman’s free bus service.  They will pick you up at your home in Freeman and drop you off at the church.  To return, they can pick you up either right after worship or after Sunday School.  All you have to do is call 661-6545 by at least 6:00 the prior Saturday evening and give them your address.  Please do not pay or tip the driver directly.  If you wish to make a contribution to help pay for the bus system, please put your donation in our offering plate and designate it accordingly.  We will see to it that the funds are sent to where they are to go.

MAIN STREET LIVING may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.  If you would like to donate to Main Street Living, there will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall for the next couple of Sundays.  Funds will be matched by the Ladies Aid.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

12/16/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember the family of Jackson Vetch during their mourning of Jackson’s death, the family of Curt Stern (a cousin to Cindy Olesen) during their mourning of Curt’s death, all others who are ill or in cancer treatment, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

MIDWEEK ADVENT SERVICES – We will gather at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 19^th for worship for our remaining midweek Advent service.  Beginning at 5:45 p.m. we will also provide a soup and sandwich supper for all who wish to get together for a light meal.  This week’s soup and sandwich supper will be provided and hosted by the Samaritans.  Please plan to join us and please bring a friend or relative to share in this opportunity for worship and fellowship!

NO MIDWEEK SCHOOL or CONFIRMATION CLASSES on the last 2 Wednesdays of December.  Christmas Break will be 2 weeks long so both classes will resume January 2^nd!

THE LORD’S SUPPER at St. Paul Lutheran Church is administered in accordance with the Holy Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions.  It is celebrated in the confidence that we receive – in, with and under the consecrated bread and wine – our Savior’s true Body and Blood for the forgiveness of our sins.  All who commune at this altar are making this public confession of the faith that we believe and teach as is written in the Holy Scriptures.  If you are not a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and yet desire to receive the Sacrament, please speak with the Pastor before the worship service.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed., Dec 19^th       5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Sun., Dec 23^rd        10:45 - ?          (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

Christmas Worship Services – We invite you to join us as we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of Man and Son of God!  Our Christmas Eve Children’s Program will be held on Dec. 24^th at 7:00 p.m.  Please mark your calendars and come rejoice with us as our youth present the Christmas story and as we worship our Savior and Redeemer.  Our Christmas Day service will be Dec. 25^th at 9:30 a.m.  Both services will be filled with your favorite Christmas hymns so bring a friend with you!

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

MAIN STREET LIVING – may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.  If you would like to donate to Main Street Living there will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall the next few Sundays.  Funds will be matched by the Ladies Aid. 

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

12/09/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember Matt Dannenbring and all others who are sick, recovering or in cancer treatment, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

MIDWEEK ADVENT SERVICES – We will gather at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 12^th and Dec. 19^th for worship for our remaining two midweek services.  At 5:45 p.m. (before each Wednesday’s service) we will also provide a soup and sandwich supper for all who wish to get together for a light meal.  This week’s soup and sandwich supper will be provided and hosted by the Ken Roth, Craig Roth and Mark Roth families.  The theme for this year’s Advent season is the 7 Churches of Revelation.  Please plan to join us and please bring a friend or relative to share in this opportunity for worship and fellowship!

THE LORD’S SUPPER at St. Paul Lutheran Church is administered in accordance with the Holy Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions.  It is celebrated in the confidence that we receive – in, with and under the consecrated bread and wine – our Savior’s true Body and Blood for the forgiveness of our sins.  All who commune at this altar are making this public confession of the faith that we believe and teach as is written in the Holy Scriptures.  If you are not a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and yet desire to receive the Sacrament, please speak with the Pastor before the worship service.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (all ages; lunch provided)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec 19^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec 23^rd         10:45 - ?           (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

LWML will meet at Julie Huber’s on Dec. 13^th at 2:00 p.m.  Please remember to bring your Christmas stocking offerings, mites and a local offering.  Also bring Christmas goodies to eat and a Christmas reading.

MAIN STREET LIVING – If you would like to donate to Main Street Living there will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall for the next few Sundays.  Funds received will be matched by the Ladies Aid.

MAIN STREET LIVING may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

12/02/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week please remember Matt Dannenbring who has a severe back injury, the families of Doris Albrecht and Roger Koch as they mourn Doris’ and Roger’s deaths, Connie Hinckley as she continues to recover at home, all others who are sick or recovering, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

DORIS ALBRECHT’S ENTRANCE INTO GLORY – We pray for peace and comfort for the family of Doris Albrecht whom God called to her eternal rest on Thursday, Nov. 29^th.  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.

IN CHRISTIAN LOVE AND SYMPATHY we remember the family of Roger Koch, age 61, who was summoned home to heaven by his Lord last Sunday, Nov. 25^th.  We give thanks to our Lord for His loving-kindness and for all of the mercies granted to Roger during his earthly life, especially for calling him to faith in Jesus Christ through Holy Baptism.  The funeral was held last Friday at Shepherd of the Grove Lutheran Church, Maple Grove, MN.  Roger is a son of former Pastor Willard Koch, now deceased, who served our congregation from 1962 thru 1967.

MIDWEEK ADVENT SERVICES have been scheduled.  We will gather at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 5^th, Dec. 12^th and Dec. 19^th for worship.  At 5:45 p.m. (before each Wednesday’s service) we will also provide a soup and sandwich supper for all who wish to get together for a light meal.  This week’s soup and sandwich supper will be provided and hosted by Lutherans For Life.  The theme for this year’s Advent services will be “The 7 Churches of Revelation.”  Please plan to join us and please bring a friend or relative to share in this opportunity for worship and fellowship!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN – The youth will be having a lock-in on Friday, Dec. 7^th, from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 Saturday morning.  Each youth may bring a friend to spend the night with them and one of their favorite games to play.  Please plan to attend for a night a fun and fellowship!

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY – Plan to attend the Ladies Aid Christmas Party today at 4:00.  There will be a short devotion and a $5.00 gift exchange.  The Christmas project is Main Street Living with funds being matched by the Ladies Aid.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed., Dec. 5^th         5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec 19^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec 23^rd         10:45 - ?            (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCDE AWARDS given today during our worship service are for the 1^st quarter of this Sunday School year.  Receiving awards are: Alaric Knittel (Pre-K & K), Riley Knittel, Dillon Podzimek and Zac Sayler (1^st & 2^nd grade), Isabel Sayler (3^rd thru 5^th grade) and Lindsay Thomas (6^th thru 8^th grade).

MAIN STREET LIVING  may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

11/25/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember all who sick or recuperating, those diagnosed with cancer or are in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY – Make plans now to attend the Ladies Aid Christmas Party on Sunday, Dec. 2^nd at 4:00.  Members are reminded to bring Christmas cookies.  There will also be a $5.00 gift exchange.  Everyone is invited to attend and bring a friend.  Our Christmas Project is Main Street Living; a free will offering will be matched by the Ladies Aid.  The congregation will also have an opportunity to contribute during the Sundays in December.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed., Nov 28^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 5^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec 19^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec 23^rd         10:45 - ?           (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

NIGHT AT THE MOVIES – Just a reminder to join us for fun and fellowship tonight at 7:00!  We do have a change in movies.  Instead of our previous movie selection, we will be showing Alvin and the Chipmunks “Chipwrecked.”  Hope to see you there!

YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN – The youth will be having a lock-in on Friday, Dec. 7^th, from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 Saturday morning.  Each youth may bring a friend to spend the night with them and one of their favorite games to play.  Please plan to attend for a night a fun and fellowship!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

MAIN STREET LIVING  may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

11-18-2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember Doris Albrecht who is now under Hospice care, all others who sick, have upcoming surgery or are recovering from illness or surgery, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

BAZAAR COMMITTEE – The Bazaar Committee would again like to thank all who contributed in any way to make for another successful Bazaar.  We raised $5,006.93 after expenses.  Thank you!!

NIGHT AT THE MOVIES – We are planning another movie night for Sunday, Nov, 25^th at 7 pm.  We will be showing “We Bought a Zoo.”  Everyone is WELCOME for this great family entertainment.  Bring your favorite blanket, pillow and beverage if you want to.  Otherwise, seating and popcorn will be provided.  Hope to see you all there.

A SIGN UP SHEET is on the bulletin board regarding midweek school and confirmation class snacks.  Please sign up for the week you would like to bring a snack.  We still have some open weeks!  Thank you.

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY – Make plans now to attend the Ladies Aid Christmas Party on Sunday, December 2^nd at 4:00.  Members are reminded to bring Christmas cookies.  There will also be a $5.00 gift exchange.  Everyone is invited to attend and bring a friend.  Our Christmas Project is Main Street Living; a free will offering will be matched by the Ladies Aid.  The congregation will also have an opportunity to contribute during the Sundays in December.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed., Nov 28^th      5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 5^th        5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th         11:30 - 1:45     (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th      5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Please watch the bulletin for practice dates beyond Dec. 12^th.

WE WILL BE DECORATING the church for Christmas on Friday, Nov. 23^rd at 6:00.  Volunteers are needed and will be greatly appreciated.  Thank you in advance for helping to get your church ready for Christmas!

NO MIDWEEK SCHOOL or CONFIRMATION CLASSES on this Wednesday (Nov. 21^st).

OUR THANKSGIVING DAY worship service will begin at 9:30 this Thursday.  Please plan to join us and please bring a friend or relative to share in our worship and fellowship!

THE LORD’S SUPPER at St. Paul Lutheran Church is administered in accordance with the Holy Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions.  It is celebrated in the confidence that we receive – in, with and under the consecrated bread and wine – our Savior’s true Body and Blood for the forgiveness of our sins.  All who commune at this altar are making this public confession of the faith that we believe and teach as is written in the Holy Scriptures.  If you are not a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and yet desire to receive the Sacrament, please speak with the Pastor before the worship service.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

MAIN STREET LIVING – Nov. 25 – The featured speaker will be Rev. Samuel Bobby from Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rapid City.  MSL may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

11-11-2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember Doris Albrecht who was hospitalized again last week, our nation’s veterans, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not know Christ.

DR. PAUL MAIER, a well-known LC-MS pastor and author of about two dozen children’s books, non-fiction books on Biblical history and Biblical-character biographies, will be giving a free presentation for the general public at Zion Lutheran Church in Mitchell on Nov. 17^th at 7:30.  No RSVP is needed.

THE SAMARITANS would like to thank all those who came to take pictures for the church directory this week.  Thanks also to all the hosts and hostesses who helped make the days run smoothly.  It is our prayer that this directory will be a blessing to our congregation.

ANYONE WHO DID NOT GET A PICTURE TAKEN for the directory but would still like to be included is welcome to submit a picture.  If you choose to do this, there is a $10 charge.  Please submit your photos to either Betsy Knodel or Meranda VanNingen within the next two weeks.

CHILDREN’S XMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sun., Nov. 11^th        12:30 - 2:30       (1^st to 8^th grade)

Wed., Nov. 14^th       5:00 - 6:00         (1^st to 8^th grade)

Wed., Nov 28^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 5^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Please watch the bulletin for practice dates beyond Dec. 12^th.

A SIGN UP SHEET is on the bulletin board regarding midweek school and confirmation class snacks.  Please sign up for the week you would like to bring a snack.  We still have some open weeks!  Thank you.

THE LORD’S SUPPER is celebrated at this congregation in the confession that, as our Lord says, He gives us not only bread and wine but His very Body and Blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of our sins and to strengthen our union with Him and with one another.  Our Lord invites to His table all those who trust His words, repent of their sins and set aside any refusal to forgive and love others as He forgives and loves us.  Because those who eat and drink our Lord’s Body and Blood unworthily (that is, they do not recognize the bread and wine to also be His Body and Blood) do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet baptized, not instructed in the Christian faith, not a member of this church nor the LC-MS and yet desire to receive the Sacrament, are asked to speak with the Pastor before the worship service.

THANK YOU to all who helped to rake leaves last Sunday.  It was a great job well done and everyone’s help was greatly appreciated!!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

MAIN STREET LIVING – Nov. 18 – Kid’s Crossing prepares for Christmas with the story “Christmas Is.”  The featured speaker will be Rev. Steve Wagner from Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Custer and Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Hill City.  MSL may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

11-04-2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week please remember Kermit and Darlene Schrag who were hospitalized this week and are now recovering at home, Keri Neuharth and her family who are mourning the death of Keri’s father, all others who are recovering from illness or surgery, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 of our friends and relatives who do not yet know Christ.

DR. PAUL MAIER, a well-known LC-MS pastor and author of about two dozen children’s books, non-fiction books on Biblical history and Biblical-character biographies, will be giving a free presentation for the general public at Zion Lutheran Church in Mitchell on Nov. 17^th at 7:30.  No RSVP is needed.

LARGE-PRINT HYMNALS – We have available a few large-print hymnals for those of us who need some assistance because of eyesight difficulties.  If you or someone you know would prefer to use a large-print hymnal, please ask any usher for assistance.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO VOTE – Millions of believers did not vote in the last election.  Another important election comes up soon.  Here is a truth:  There are millions of voters who strongly oppose our Christian views and our Christian way of life.  The issues are vital and they are many.  Who would ever have imagined a few years ago that today we would be debating the definition of marriage or that this country alone has about 1.2 million abortions each year or that this country would be 16 trillion dollars in debt?  Know what the national, state and local candidates’ positions are on these and other issues that concern you.  Then remember to vote so that your voice will be heard and, please, encourage others to vote, too.  This country, our children and their children need us not to be silent but to take a stand for what we believe in.

BAZAAR – Thank you to everyone who donated, worked and supported us on our successful day!  Please check the kitchen for your containers.  (s) Bazaar Committee

THRIVENT ANNUAL MEETING – Hutchinson County Thrivent members are invited to attend the annual meeting in Menno in the Grace Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall at 6:00 tonight.  A catered meal will be served followed with door prizes and entertainment.

LADIES AID – Coffee hour committee for Nov. 4^th is Lee Lagendyk, Mary Pfeiffer and Joan Dreessen.  Julie Huber is on Altar Guild; Pauline Walz and Marie Wrenn are Visiting Helpers for November.

LWML will meet Nov. 8^th at 2:00 p.m. Pastor will do the Bible study and Lee will serve lunch.

 

CHRISTMAS CANTATA – The choir will be presenting a Christmas cantata on Sunday, Dec. 23^rd during our regular morning service.  If you would like to sing with us, our rehearsal time is from 11:30 to 12:30 on Sunday mornings.  All ages are welcome!

CHILDREN’S XMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sun., Nov. 11^th        12:30 - 2:30       (1^st to 8^th grade)

Wed., Nov. 14^th       5:00 - 6:00         (1^st to 8^th grade)

Wed., Nov 28^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 5^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Please watch the bulletin for practice dates beyond Dec. 12^th.

A SIGN UP SHEET is on the bulletin board if you would like to bring snacks for the midweek school and confirmation class on Wednesdays.  Please sign your name on the week you would like to bring a snack.  Thank you.

THE YOUTH GROUP will be raking leaves today at 12:30 p.m., weather permitting.

 

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

MAIN STREET LIVING – Nov. 11^th – Kid’s Crossing will look at our dual citizenship … here on earth and in heaven.  The featured speaker will be Rev. Curtis Garland from First Lutheran Church in Wall. MSL may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

10/28/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS please remember Lucille Rembold in the Freeman hospital, those who are recovering from illness or surgery, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 of our friends and relatives who do not yet know Christ.

QUARTERLY VOTERS’ MEETING NOTICE – Our Fall voters’ meeting will be held today in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.

Finance COMMITTEE MEMBER – The church is looking for a volunteer who is willing to be nominated to serve on our Finance Committee.  Per our bylaws, the election to fill this position is to be held during our October voters’ meeting (today).  If you are willing to serve our Lord’s Church in this capacity, please contact Randy Koerner, Scott Stern or the Pastor.  Thanks!

LADIES AID – Annual Bazaar on Nov. 1^st.  Coffee hour committee for Nov. 4^th is Lee Lagendyk, Mary Pfeiffer and Joan Dreessen.  Julie Huber is on Altar Guild; Pauline Walz and Marie Wrenn are Visiting Helpers for November.

THRIVENT ANNUAL MEETING – Hutchinson County Thrivent members are invited to attend the annual meeting in Menno in the Grace Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall at 6:00 next Sunday.  A catered meal will be served; door prizes and music will follow.  Please call Cleo Kapsch at 925-7599 by October 31^st for your RSVP.

CHRISTMAS CANTATA – Our choir will be presenting a Christmas cantata on Sunday, December 23^rd during our regular morning service.  If you would like to sing with us, our rehearsal time is from 11:30 to 12:30 on Sunday mornings.  All ages are welcome!

A SIGN UP SHEET is on the bulletin board if you would like to bring snacks for the midweek and confirmation classes on Wednesdays.

A SIGN UP SHEET is on the bulletin board if you would like your lawn raked by the Youth Group.  They will be raking leaves next Sunday beginning at 12:30 providing the weather is suitable.

BAZAAR – Please plan to attend our annual Bazaar on Nov. 1^st from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.  The food list and work schedule are posted on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall and on the refrigerator in the kitchen.  Please put a check mark by your name on the list in the kitchen when you bring your food donation.  Our plans are to have the kitchen door unlocked around 7 a.m. on Thursday morning.  We would appreciate it if you would cool or refrigerate your food before you bring it to the church; frozen food should be thawed.  See you on Thursday for a day of good food and fellowship!

BAZAAR SETUP AND CLEANING – We will be setting up for the Bazaar and cleaning the kitchen today starting at 1:00.  We would appreciate it if you would come and help us with this project.

CHILDREN’S XMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sun., Nov. 11^th      12:30 - 2:30     (1^st to 8^th grade)

Wed., Nov. 14^th     5:00 - 6:00       (1^st to 8^th grade)

Wed., Nov 28^th      5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 5^th        5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th         11:30 - 1:45     (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th      5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Please watch the bulletin for practice dates beyond Dec. 12^th.

MAIN STREET LIVING – Nov. 4^th – The preacher will be Rev. Sturzenbecker from Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church, Black Hawk, SD.  MSL may be seen each Sunday morning at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR – Nov. 4^th – The preacher will be Rev. Seltz.  The Lutheran Hour is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

10-21-2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember the hospitalized, those who are recovering from illness or surgery, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 of our friends and relatives who do not yet know Christ.

Finance COMMITTEE MEMBER – The church is looking for a volunteer who is willing to be nominated to serve on our Finance Committee.  Per our bylaws, the election to fill this position is to be held during our October voters’ meeting (Oct. 28^th).  If you are willing to serve our Lord’s Church in this capacity, please contact Randy Koerner, Scott Stern or the Pastor.  Thanks!

QUARTERLY VOTERS’ MEETING NOTICE – Our Fall voters’ meeting will be held next Sunday in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.

THE LORD’S SUPPER at St. Paul Lutheran Church is administered in accordance with the Holy Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions.  It is celebrated in the confidence that we receive – in, with and under the consecrated bread and wine – our Savior’s true Body and Blood for the forgiveness of our sins.  All who commune at this altar are making this public confession of the faith that we believe and teach as is written in the Holy Scriptures.  If you are not a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and yet desire to receive the Sacrament, please speak with the Pastor before the worship service.

A SIGN UP SHEET is on the bulletin board if you would like to bring snacks for the midweek school and confirmation class on Wednesdays.  Please sign your name on the week you would like to bring a snack.  Thank you.

CHOIR – We are always looking for additional choir members.  If you are interested, please contact Jane at 925-7069.

BAZAAR – Plan to attend our annual Bazaar on November 1^st from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.  We will again have a Country Store with baked goods, Stitchery/Craft Booth and the Lunch Counter.  We would like to thank everyone that has volunteered to bring food and work.  If you would like to help us in anyway and have not been contacted, please call one of the committee members.  As you can see by the work schedule, we could use another person to waitress during the day and also kitchen helpers.  We have posted the food donation list on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall and on the refrigerator in the kitchen.  We would appreciate it if you could cool or refrigerate your food before you bring it to the church.  Also, if you have frozen your food, please bring it to the church unthawed.  See you November 1^st for a day of good food and fellowship!

Bazaar setup and cleaning – We will be setting up for the Bazaar and cleaning the kitchen on Sunday, October 28^th starting at 1:00 p.m.  We would appreciate it if you would come and help us with this project.  Also, please check the kitchen to see if any of the containers, bowls, cake pans or pie plates are yours.  We seem to have items that have been left from funerals or potlucks that need to be returned to their rightful owners.

MAIN STREET LIVING – Oct. 28 – Kid’s Crossing looks at the greatest commandment … “Love God with all your heart, soul and mind.”  The featured speaker will be Rev. Gene Bauman from St. Paul Lutheran in Spearfish.  MSL may be seen each Sunday morning at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR – The Lutheran Hour is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.