01-01-2017 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – January 8, Rev. Greg Lehr of Zion Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD, brings us today’s message “Real Identity in 2017” based on Romans 6: 1-11. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

WEEKDAY SCHOOL & CONFIRMATION: We will resume weekday and confirmation classes on January 4, 2017 at 4:30.

LADIES AID  will meet on Jan. 5, 2017 at 7:00 pm with Julianne Huber as hostess.  Bible Study on Angels with Pastor Weeman followed by the business meeting. Altar Guild for January is Phyllis Knittel and Visiting Helpers are Sharon Pfeiffer and Garnet Stern.  

 

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PROJECT this year is Main Street Living.  There will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall if you are interested in supporting this project.  The Ladies Aid will match the funds collected.

CHURCH POSITION - If anyone has interest in a Church position for the upcoming annual meeting in January, please contact nominating committee members Dean Dreessen, Blaine Saarie, Jesse Thomas or Randy Koerner.

CONGREGATION FUN NIGHT:  the mentor/mentees along with the Samaritans are hosting a Congregation Fun Night on Sunday, January 15th. It will begin with games at 4:30 P.M. Supper will follow at 5:30. A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board. Please sign up by January 8th. We are looking forward to seeing you there. Talk to Diane, LaNae, or Karen if you have any questions.

HOLIDAY CHEER:  On December 20^th the Visiting Committee delivered “Holiday Best Wishes” in the form of a personal visit, a Christmas card, and a bud vase containing a carnation & evergreens to the following church members.  Erna Bittner, Ann Broders, Marvin Dannenbring, Alice Fliginger, Millie Gunderson, Ella & Elsie Hein, LaVonne Knittel, Ruth Koerner, Melton & Lorna Langle, Mahala Peterson, Henrietta Rhoades, Myron Schaffer, Gerhard  Schamber, Kermit Schrag,  Pauline Walz.  Christmas cards were sent to June Heckenlaible in California, Lucille Rembold in Miller, and Marie Wrenn in Sioux City, IA.

 

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.

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS for 6:00 p.m. on Friday January 6^th to remove and place the Christmas decorations back into storage.  All help is appreciated.

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY  Due to the recent activation of the Parkston and Huron guard units there are several from our community who have been activated.  If you have a family member or friend who is serving in the military and would like them on a prayer list please contact Denise Peterson at 605-421-1266 or e-mail her at peterson220@goldenwest.net .

Please include their names and where they are currently stationed.  I will then make a list and publish it in the bulletin.
    Stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas with the 153rd Engineer Battalion
            Lee Heckenlaible (Nephew of Arlene Stern)
            Lindsey Graber (Granddaughter of Lonnie Graber)
            Wade and Tanner Rupp (Father and Son from Freeman)

Anyone who would like a care package sent to a family member or loved one should contact Diane Schnabel at 660-2911. Care packages will be mailed out sometime in mid-February.

ATTENTION DARTBALL PLAYERS:  The 2017 season will soon begin.  There will be a PRACTICE NEXT SUNDAY, January 8 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Paul/Freeman.  All men, women, and teenagers of St. Paul are invited and welcome to participate.

Most of the games are on Monday nights and there is no cost.
For more information, contact Rev. Weeman at (605) 925-4004.

THE NEW COFFEE HOUR schedule is out in on the kitchen window in the secretary basket if you would like one.

 

ANNUAL REOPORT it is that time of year again to get the annual report out.  When you have your report done please give it to Aleta Starner, Denise Peterson or put it in the secretary basket in the kitchen on the window ledge or e-mail to stpaulfreeman@gmail.com  

The following reports are needed:  Trustees report, Board of Education, Board of Evangelism, Melcher Scholarship report, Youth Group report, Mentor-Mentee report, Samaritans report, Ladies Aid, Lutheran Women’s League and Treasurer’s.  Thank you in advance for getting them to us in a timely manner.

12-25-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – January 1, Rev. Chris Esget, the 6^th Vice president of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, and Pastor at Immanuel Lutheran in Alexandria, Virginia, brings us today’s message “The Name of Jesus” based on Luke 2: 21. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

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.

WEEKDAY SCHOOL & CONFIRMATION: We will resume weekday and confirmation classes on January 4, 2017 at 4:30.

LADIES AID  will meet on Jan. 5, 2017 at 7:00 pm with Julianne Huber as hostess.  Bible Study on Angels with Pastor Weeman followed by the business meeting. Altar Guild for January is Phyllis Knittel and Visiting Helpers are Sharon Pfeiffer and Garnet Stern.  

"WINTER WEARS " GIVING TREE :
We are asking the congregation to help us purchase Winter items to wear , such as coats, boots hats, gloves & scarves.  Clean Slightly used items will also be accepted. Items can be placed on and around the giving tree in the fellowship hall throughout December.  Items will be distributed to local families that need them.

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PROJECT this year is Main Street Living.  There will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall if you are interested in supporting this project.  The Ladies Aid will match the funds collected.

THE MENTOR/MENTEES along with the Samaritans are hosting a Congregation Fun Night on Sunday, January 15th. It will begin with games at 4:30 P.M. Supper will follow at 5:30. A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board. Please sign up by January 8th. We are looking forward to seeing you there. Talk to Diane, LaNae, or Karen if you have any questions.

HOLIDAY CHEER:  On December 20^th the Visiting Committee delivered “Holiday Best Wishes” in the form of a personal visit, a Christmas card, and a bud vase containing a carnation & evergreens to the following church members.  Erna Bittner, Ann Broders, Marvin Dannenbring, Alice Fliginger, Millie Gunderson, Ella & Elsie Hein, LaVonne Knittel, Ruth Koerner, Melton & Lorna Langle, Mahala Peterson, Henrietta Rhoades, Myron Schaffer, Gerhard  Schamber, Kermit Schrag,  Pauline Walz.  Christmas cards were sent to June Heckenlaible in California, Lucille Rembold in Miller, and Marie Wrenn in Sioux City, IA.

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.

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY  Due to the recent activation of the Parkston and Huron guard units there are several from our community who have been activated.  If you have a family member or friend who is serving in the military and would like them on a prayer list please contact Denise Peterson at 605-421-1266 or e-mail her at peterson220@goldenwest.net .

Please include their names and where they are currently stationed.  I will then make a list and publish it in the bulletin.
    Stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas with the 153rd Engineer Battalion
            Lee Heckenlaible (Nephew of Arlene Stern)
            Lindsey Graber (Granddaughter of Lonnie Graber)
            Wade and Tanner Rupp (Father and Son from Freeman)

Anyone who would like a care package sent to a family member or loved one should contact Diane Schnabel at 660-2911. Care packages will be mailed out sometime in mid February.

12-18-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 25, Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola, President of the Mid South District LCMS, delivers the Christmas message “Mary, Did You Know”, based on Matthew 1: 18-25. This presentation also features a special guest appearance by Nashville recording artist, Jacob Daniel. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

A WARM WELCOME and "Thank You" this morning to Reverend and Mrs. James Mueller, as he preaches the Word of the Lord this day.

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Sun Dec 18th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Wed Dec 21st 5-6:15
Friday Dec 23rd 5:00-?

PASTOR ELLIS will be gone Thursday, December 15^th through Monday, December 19^th.  Rev. James Mueller will preach on December 18^th.  There will be no Communion.  There will be Communion on Sunday, December 25^th.  If emergency pastoral care is needed while Pastor Ellis is away, contact the Elders or, if they are not available, contact the Chairman. 

THERE WILL BE NO WEEKDAY SCHOOL for 5-6^th grade on Wednesday, December 21.  We will resume weekday classes on January 4, 2017 at 4:30.

"WINTER WEARS " GIVING TREE AND ADVENT MEALS IN DECEMBER :

The Youth will be hosting mid-week advent meals in December before Advent Services at 7p.m.  We will serve from 6 p.m. -- 6:45p.m.

Dec 21 Pork Sandwich

A freewill offering will be taken and split equally between the "Winter Wears" project and Youth Group Convention Fund.

We are asking the congregation to help us purchase Winter items to wear , such as coats, boots hats, gloves & scarves.  Clean Slightly used items will also be accepted. Items can be placed on and around the giving tree in the fellowship hall throughout December.  Items will be distributed to local families that need them.

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PROJECT this year is Main Street Living.  There will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall if you are interested in supporting this project.  The Ladies Aid will match the funds collected.

THE MENTOR/MENTEES along with the Samaritans are hosting a Congregation Fun Night on Sunday, January 15th. It will begin with games at 4:30 P.M. Supper will follow at 5:30. A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board. Please sign up by January 8th. We are looking forward to seeing you there. Talk to Diane, LaNae, or Karen if you have any questions.

12-11-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 18, Rev. Daniel Deardoff of Blessed Redeemer Lutheran Church in Brandon, South Dakota brings us today’s message “God With Us…Do You Believe It?”, based on Matthew 1: 18-25. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

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.

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Sun Dec 11th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Sun Dec 18th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Wed Dec 21st 5-6:15
Friday Dec 23rd 5:00-?

WOMENS BIBLE STUDY GROUP will meet Dec.14th at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Julie Huber. Bring goodies.

LWML will meet Dec. 15^th at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Julie Huber. Remember to bring your Christmas goodies and Christmas reading or story.

PASTOR ELLIS will be gone Thursday, December 15^th through Monday, December 19^th.  Rev. James Mueller will preach on December 18^th.  There will be no Communion.  There will be Communion on Sunday, December 25^th.  If emergency pastoral care is needed while Pastor Ellis is away, contact the Elders or, if they are not available, contact the Chairman. 

"WINTER WEARS " GIVING TREE AND ADVENT MEALS IN DECEMBER :

The Youth will be hosting mid-week advent meals in December before Advent Services at 7p.m.  We will serve from 6 p.m. -- 6:45p.m.

Dec 14  Pasta with Meat Sauce
Dec 21 Pork Sandwich

A freewill offering will be taken and split equally between the "Winter Wears" project and Youth Group Convention Fund.

We are asking the congregation to help us purchase Winter items to wear , such as coats, boots hats, gloves & scarves.  Clean Slightly used items will also be accepted. Items can be placed on and around the giving tree in the fellowship hall throughout December.  Items will be distributed to local families that need them.

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PROJECT this year is Main Street Living.  There will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall if you are interested in supporting this project.  The Ladies Aid will match the funds collected.

THE LADIES AID has given a check for $6000.00 to the church treasurer for the 2016 Bazaar receipts. Thank you.

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY  Due to the recent activation of the Parkston and Huron guard units there are several from our community who have been activated.  If you have a family member or friend who is serving in the military and would like them on a prayer list please contact Denise

Peterson at 605-421-1266 or e-mail her at peterson220@goldenwest.net.  Please include their names and where they are currently stationed.  I will then make a list and publish it in the bulletin.

    Stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas with the 153^rd Engineer Battalion
            Lee Heckenlaible (Nephew of Arlene Stern)
            Lindsey Graber (Granddaughter of Lonnie Graber)
            Wade and Tanner Rupp (Father and Son from Freeman)

12-04-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

 

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 11, 2016 Rev. Gary Jacobson Pastor at Bethesda Lutheran in Hot Springs, South Dakota delivers this advent message, “Are You the One?”, Based on Matthew 11: 2-11. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired

"WINTER WEARS " GIVING TREE AND ADVENT MEALS IN DECEMBER :

The Youth will be hosting mid-week advent meals in December before Advent Services at 7p.m.  We will serve from 6 p.m. -- 6:45p.m.

Dec 7  Baked Potato Feed
Dec 14  Pasta with Meat Sauce
Dec 21 Pork Sandwich

A freewill offering will be taken and split equally between the "Winter Wears" project and Youth Group Convention Fund.

We are asking the congregation to help us purchase Winter items to wear , such as coats, boots hats, gloves & scarves.  Clean Slightly used items will also be accepted. Items can be placed on and around the giving tree in the fellowship hall throughout December.  Items will be distributed to local families that need them.

 

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY  Due to the recent activation of the Parkston and Huron guard units there are several from our community who Have been activated.  If you have a family member or friend who is serving in the military and would like them on a prayer list please contact Denise Peterson at 605-421-1266 or e-mail her at peterson220@goldenwest.net.  Please include their names and where they are currently stationed.  I will then make a list and publish it in the bulletin.

    Stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas with the 153^rd Engineer Battalion

            Lee Heckenlaible (Nephew of Arlene Stern)

            Lindsey Graber (Granddaughter of Lonnie Graber)

            Wade and Tanner Rupp (Father and Son from Freeman)

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Sun Dec 4 10:30-12
Sun Dec 11th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Sun Dec 18th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Wed Dec 21st 5-6:15
Friday Dec 23rd 5:00-?

IF YOU ARE READY for an enriching experience there is a mission opportunity close to home.  Immigrants in the Freeman area want help learning English.  A knowledge of Spanish is not required.  If you are willing to volunteer contact Lois Kaufman, (605) 648-3678, for more information.

11-27-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 4, 2016 Rev. Luke Edwards of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rapid City, South Dakota tells us about “Divine Divestment” based on Matthew 3: 1-12. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

LADIES AID will meet on FRIDAY Dec. 2nd at 7:00 p.m. and continue with the Bible Study on Angels with Pastor Weeman followed by the Business meeting.  Members are to bring Christmas goodies for lunch.  On Altar Guild for December is Joan Dreessen.  Coffee Hour Committee for Dec. 4th is Darlene Schrag, Mildred Siekmann and Joan Dreessen. 

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Wed Nov 30th 5-6:15
Sun Dec 4 10:30-12
Sun Dec 11th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Sun Dec 18th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Wed Dec 21st 5-6:15
Friday Dec 23rd 5:00-?

"WINTER WEARS " GIVING TREE AND ADVENT MEALS IN DECEMBER :

The Youth will be hosting mid week advent meals in December before Advent Services at 7p.m.  We will serve from 6 p.m. -- 6:45p.m. Note there is not a meal on Nov 30th before the Service.

Dec 7  Baked Potato Feed
Dec 14  Pasta with Meat Sauce
Dec 21 Pork Sandwich

A freewill offering will be taken and split equally between the "Winter Wears" project and Youth Group Convention Fund.

We are asking the congregation to help us purchase Winter items to wear , such as coats, boots hats, gloves & scarves.  Clean Slightly used items will also be accepted.
Items can be placed on and around the giving tree in the fellowship hall through out December.  Items will be distributed to local families that need them.

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY  Due to the recent activation of the Parkston and Huron guard units there are several from our community who have been activated.  If you have a family member or friend who is serving in the military and would like them on a prayer list please contact Denise

Peterson at 605-421-1266 or e-mail her at peterson220@goldenwest.net.  Please include their names and where they are currently stationed.  I will then make a list and publish it in the bulletin.

    Stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas with the 153^rd Engineer Battalion

            Lee Heckenlaible (Nephew of Arlene Stern)
            Lindsey Graber (Granddaughter of Lonnie Graber)
            Wade and Tanner Rupp (Father and Son from Freeman)

IF YOU ARE READY for an enriching experience there is a mission opportunity close to home.  Immigrants in the Freeman area want help learning English.  A knowledge of Spanish is not required.  If you are willing to volunteer contact Lois Kaufman, (605) 648-3678, for more information.

11-20-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

 

MAIN STREET LIVING – November 27: Today’s message is given by Rev. David Lindenberg of Peace Lutheran Church in Rapid City, South Dakota. The sermon “Walking in the Light of the Lord” is based on Isaiah 2: 1-5. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

 

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.

MENTOR/MENTEE GROUP: Team members Heidi and Andrea will host the Christmas party this evening at 6:00  p.m., at the Blues restaurant.  Bring a white elephant gift to exchange.

 

BAZAAR Follow-Up - We want to thank everyone again who contributed in any way toward making our 52nd annual bazaar a success. The total income for this year was $6434.15. We had a $250.00 prepaid Visa card through the Thrivent Action Team which we used to purchase the milk, orange drink, buns, and other supplies needed for the bazaar. Thanks – The Bazaar Committee.

 

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Sun Nov 20th 10:30-12
Wed Nov 30th 5-6:15
Sun Dec 4 10:30-12
Sun Dec 11th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Sun Dec 18th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Wed Dec 21st 5-6:15
Friday Dec 23rd 5:00-?

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY  Due to the recent activation of the Parkston and Huron guard units there are several from our community who have been activated.  If you have a family member or friend who is serving in the military and would like them on a prayer list please contact Denise Peterson at 605-421-1266 or e-mail her at peterson220@goldenwest.net.  Please include their names and where they are currently stationed.  I will then make a list and publish it in the bulletin.

LADIES AID will meet on FRIDAY Dec. 2nd at 7:00 p.m. and continue with the Bible Study on Angels with Pastor Weeman followed by the Business meeting.  Members are to bring Christmas goodies for lunch.  On Altar Guild for December is Joan Dreessen.  Coffee Hour Committee for Dec. 4th is Darlene Schrag, Mildred Siekmann and Joan Dreessen. 

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK the members and friends of St. Paul Lutheran for the cards, memorials, phone calls, text messages, Facebook posts and most importantly the prayers following the sudden death of our grandson Christopher. Your thoughtfulness and love for our family during this difficult time continues to warm our hearts.                       

 ~ God’s Blessings to all of you, Pastor John and Maxine Farden

There will be NO WEEKDAY SCHOOL on  November 23.

PLEASE PLAN on helping decorating the church for Christmas on Friday, November 25 at 5:30 p.m.  All help is greatly appreciated.

 

IF YOU ARE READY for an enriching experience there is a mission opportunity close to home.  Immigrants in the Freeman area want help learning English.  A knowledge of Spanish is not required.  If you are willing to volunteer contact Lois Kaufman, (605) 648-3678, for more information.

11-13-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – November 20:  Rev. Gene Bauman of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Spearfish, South Dakota brings us today’s message “The King Still Reigns” based on Colossians 1: 13-20. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

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.

AS REPORTED at the Voters' Meeting on October 30th, beginning with the Divine Service today. Pastor will distribute the Body of Christ; the Elder will follow with the individual cups, and Pastor will follow with the common cup.  Those desiring the common cup are asked to hold a hand with palm up so that Pastor can see that they want the common cup.  Why this change?  Should it ever be necessary that someone, already at the communion rail, be questioned and/or refused communion, it is Pastor's responsibility to do so--not the Elder.

LWML will meet on Thursday November 17th at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Wyona Hofer. Remember to bring your Christmas Sock with money to this meeting.

MENTOR/MENTEE GROUP: Team members Heidi and Andrea will host the Christmas party on Sunday evening at 6:00  p.m., November 20th at the Blues restaurant.  Bring a white elephant gift to exchange.

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Wed Nov 9th - 5:30-6:00
Sun Nov 20th 10:30-12
Wed Nov 30th 5-6:15
Sun Dec 4 10:30-12
Sun Dec 11th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Sun Dec 18th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Wed Dec 21st 5-6:15
Friday Dec 23rd 5:00-?

NO LEAF RAKING THIS YEAR:  sorry to say this year we will NOT be able to do an organized youth rake day. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.  For those who truly need help getting their yards raked we can possibly try to find individuals to make time to help out. Talk to Amber or Kristi.

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 the support you showed us by attending were greatly appreciated.  We should have the total receipts for the day calculated within the next couple of weeks. Also if you have a food container in the kitchen please pick it up at your earliest convenience.  Thank you.

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY  Due to the recent activation of the Parkston and Huron guard units there are several from our community who have been activated.  If you have a family member or friend who is serving in the military and would like them on a prayer list please contact Denise

Peterson at 605-421-1266 or e-mail her at peterson220@goldenwest.net.  Please include their names and where they are currently stationed.  I will then make a list and publish it in the bulletin.

11-06-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – November 13: Luke 21: 5-28 is the scriptural base for Rev. Randy Sturzenbecher’s message “Chicken Little vs Jesus”. Rev. Sturzenbecher is the Pastor at Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church in Blackhawk, South Dakota. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired .

AS REPORTED at the Voters' Meeting on October 30th, beginning with the Divine Service on November 13th, Pastor will distribute the Body of Christ; the Elder will follow with the individual cups, and Pastor will follow with the common cup.  Those desiring the common cup are asked to hold a hand with palm up so that Pastor can see that they want the common cup.  Why this change?  Should it ever be necessary that someone, already at the communion rail, be questioned and/or refused communion, it is Pastor's responsibility to do so--not the Elder.

MENTOR/MENTEE GROUP: Team members Heidi and Andrea will host the Christmas party on Sunday evening at 6:00  p.m., November 20th at the Blues restaurant.  Bring a white elephant gift to exchange.

SNOW REMOVAL:  the trustees are accepting snow removal bids for the parking lot and sidewalks including the parsonage.  Please contact Jesse Thomas 605-925-7713 if interested.

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Wed Nov 9th - 5:30-6:00
Sun Nov 20th 10:30-12
Wed Nov 30th 5-6:15
Sun Dec 4 10:30-12
Sun Dec 11th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Sun Dec 18th  11:30-1:30 lunch provided
Wed Dec 21st 5-6:15
Friday Dec 23rd 5:00-?

NO LEAF RAKING THIS YEAR:  sorry to say this year we will NOT be able to do an organized youth rake day. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.  For those who truly need help getting their yards raked we can possibly try to find individuals to make time to help out. Talk to Amber or Kristi.

 

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 the support you showed us by attending were greatly appreciated.  We should have the total receipts for the day calculated within the next couple of weeks. Also if you have a food container in the kitchen please pick it up at your earliest convenience.  Thank you.

10-30-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – November 06:  Rev. Paul Winckler of Zion Lutheran Church in Rapid City, South Dakota brings us today’s message “Seeing Clearly”. He bases the presentation on 1 John 3:2. The Main Street Living Choir will lead in the singing of: Blessed Jesus, At Thy Word: For All the Saints; and Love Divine, All Love Excelling, The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING -  Our Fall voters meeting will be held todayin the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.  Please plan to attend.

BAZAAR SETUP:  We are planning to clean the kitchen & set up for the Bazaar today starting at 1:30 p.m., please come & help if you are able. 

No LADIES AID meeting in November – Attend the annual Church Bazaar on Nov. 3rd,  On Altar Guild for November are Bob and Karen Pidde.  Visiting Helper is Corrine Handel.  

OUR ANNUAL BAZAAR - will be held Thursday, Nov. 3^rd from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. We will have a Stitchery/Craft/ Country Store Booth and the Lunch Counter. We have posted the food list and work schedule on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall and the refrigerator in the kitchen if you want to check what you have volunteered to prepare. If you have any questions regarding the work schedule please contact one of the committee members. We plan to have the kitchen door unlocked by 7:15 a.m.  Also please put a checkmark by your name on the food list when you bring your donations. If you have prepared your food earlier and then froze it, please make sure it is unthawed when you bring it. A sincere Thank You to everyone that has volunteered to bring food and also all the workers. See you Thursday Nov. 3rd for a day of good food and fellowship.

LWML – Yankton Zone Fall Rally at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Tyndall on Saturday, November 5^th from 9:00 a.m.until 1:00 p.m..  Thetopic will be Women in the Gospel of Luke.  For more info see the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall.  Call Julie Huber if you would like a ride.

SNOW REMOVAL:  the trustees are accepting snow removal bids for the parking lot and sidewalks including the parsonage.  Please contact Jesse Thomas 605-925-7713 if interested.

10-23-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – October 30, 2016 Rev. Albert Sutton of Evergreen Lutheran Church in Porcupine, SD brings today’s message titled “Jesus is Coming to Town” based on Luke 19: 1-10.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired

 

SAMARITAN MEETING - Today at 5:30 in the Fellowship Hall.  Fall/Winter Planning meeting with a simple supper provided. Anyone interested in joining now would be a great time to do so.  Direct questions to Diane S, LaNae H or Kristi D

MENTOR/MENTEE -  will be meeting on today at 7:00pm Pumpkin festivities & devotion planned by M/M Team Betsy and Morgan.  Bring ideas and any supplies you may want to enhance your pumpkin. (Pumpkins will be provided) Also mark your calendar for next month meeting it will be our Christmas party on Nov 28th with planning M/M Team Heidi and Andrea.  Watch for more details in November.

RURAL MINISTRY CONFERENCE - will be held on October 29, 2016 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING -  Our Fall voters meeting will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2016 in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.  Please plan to attend.

PLAN TO ATTEND THE BAZAAR  - on November 3^rd from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. We will have the Lunch Counter and a Stitchery/Craft/Baked items booth. All the food donations for the Lunch Counter are very much appreciated, but we still need 1 or 2 salads, and chicken; if you would like to donate food or work during the day or evening please see Kelli Broders, Penny Smidt or Sharon Pfeiffer. Thanks.

LWML – Yankton Zone Fall Rally at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Tyndall on Saturday, November 5^th from 9:00 a.m.until 1:00 p.m..  The topic will be Women in the Gospel of Luke.  For more info see the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall.  Call Julie Huber if you would like a ride.

No LADIES AID meeting in November – Attend the annual Church Bazaar on Nov. 3rd,  On Altar Guild for November are Bob and Karen Pidde.  Visiting Helper is Corrine Handel. 

SNOW REMOVAL:  the trustees are accepting snow removal bids for the parking lot and sidewalks including the parsonage.  Please contact Jesse Thomas 605-925-7713 if interested.

10-16-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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.

MAIN STREET LIVING – October 23:  Rev. Kenneth Soyk of Faith Lutheran in Parkston and St. Peter Lutheran in Clayton, SD, brings today’s message, “You Belong To Two Kingdoms”, which is based on Matthew 22:15-22. The Main Street Living Choir will lead the singing of: All People That On Earth Do Dwell; Blest Be the Tie That Binds; and I Love Your Kingdom Lord. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

CALL MEETING - There will be a call meeting on Tuesday, October 18th at 7:30 p.m..  We will be voting on a pastor to place a call.

WEEKDAY SCHOOL -  will not be meeting on October 19

SAMARITAN MEETING - Sunday Oct 23rd at 5:30 in the Fellowship Hall.  Fall/Winter Planning meeting with a simple supper provided. Anyone interested in joining now would be a great time to do so.  Direct questions to Diane S, LaNae H or Kristi D

MENTOR/MENTEE -  will be meeting on Oct 23 at 7:00pm Pumpkin festivities & devotion planned by M/M Team Betsy and Morgan.  Bring ideas and any supplies you may want to enhance your pumpkin. (Pumpkins will be provided) Also mark your calendar for next month meeting it will be our Christmas party on Nov 28th with planning M/M Team Heidi and Andrea.  Watch for more details in November.

RURAL MINISTRY CONFERENCE - will be held on October 29, 2016 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING -  Our Fall voters meeting will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2016 in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship servicce.  Please plan to attend.

PLAN TO ATTEND THE BAZAAR  - on November 3^rd from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. We will have the Lunch Counter and a Stitchery/Craft/Baked items booth. All the food donations for the Lunch Counter are very much appreciated, but we still need 1 or 2 salads, and chicken; if you would like to donate food or work during the day or evening please see Kelli Broders, Penny Smidt or Sharon Pfeiffer. Thanks.

LWML – Yankton Zone Fall Rally at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Tyndall on Saturday, November 5^th from 9:00 a.m.until 1:00 p.m..  The topic will be Women in the Gospel of Luke.  For more info see the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall.  Call Julie Huber if you would like a ride.

10-09-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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.

MAIN STREET LIVING – October 16: message “Preach the Word to Change the World”, is delivered Rev. Thomas Brown of Zion Lutheran Church in Mitchell, SD. It is based on 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5.. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired

POTLUCK TODAY:  Everyone is welcome. The Youth Group will be hosting a potluck at 11:30 as a delayed Thank you to the congregation for all the support in helping us get to New Orleans. The Youth Group will provide grilled brats and hotdogs, drinks along with the Youth Group families will provide desserts. We are asking the congregation to bring a side or salad to share and come to enjoy fellowship.

COFFEE HOUR TODAY Sunday(9th) will be coffee/ juice only but please plan to attend the potluck at 11:30.  Sunday school kids will be provided a small snack upstairs.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY for this week will be on THURSDAY,  October 13 at 6am instead of Wednesday.

 

THE CHOIR will rehearse immediately after the church service today because of the potluck dinner at 11:30.

CALL MEETING - There will be a call meeting on Tuesday, October 18th at 7:30 p.m..  We will be voting on a pastor to place a call.

LWML will meet on Thursday October 13th. at 2:00 p.m. at the church. Gerry will serve lunch.

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – has started making plans for the November 3rd event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery & Baked/Canned booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

WEEKDAY SCHOOL will not be meeting on October 19

CONFIRMATION CLASS will not be meeting on October 12

PATOR WILL BE ATTENDING the pastor conference in Rapid City on Monday thru Wednesday.  In case of pastoral emergency please contact one of our elders for assistance. (Blain Saarie or Keith Knodel)

RURAL MINISTRY CONFERENCE will be held on October 29, 2016 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

10-01-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – October 9: Rev. Dr. Christopher Ascher, Pastor at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD, delivers today’s message “Roots”, based on Ruth 1: 1-19. The Main Street Living Choir will lead the singing of: O For a Thousand Tongues To Sing; Blest Be the Tie That Binds; and O That the Lord Would Guide My Ways. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

THANK  YOU PASTOR CHRISTOPHER, for leading us in worship this evening!  We sincerely appreciate your Christian service to our Lord, to His church and to our congregation!

NOTE TIME CHANGE:   The choir will begin rehearsals at 11:20.  All ages are welcome!

LADIES AID - will meet on Oct. 6th at 7:00 pm with Cindy Hofer as Hostess.  Bible Study on Angels will be led by Pastor Weeman followed by the business meeting.  Bob and Karen Pidde are on Altar Guild for October and Garnet Stern and Lee Lagendyk are Visiting Helpers for October.

POTLUCK  - Everyone is welcome. The Youth Group will be hosting a potluck next Sunday October 9th at 11:30 as a delayed Thank you to the congregation for all the support in helping us get to New Orleans. The Youth Group will provide grilled brats, hotdogs and drinks.  The Youth Group families will provide desserts. We are asking the congregation to bring a side or salad to share and come to enjoy fellowship.

COFFEE HOUR NEXT SUNDAY (9TH) - will be coffee/ juice only but please plan to attend the potluck at 11:30.  Sunday school kids will be provided a small snack upstairs.

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – has started making plans for the November 3rd event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery & Baked/Canned booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

09-25-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

 

MAIN STREET LIVING – October 2: This week’s message is given by Rev. Warren Uecker of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Madison, SD. Based on Habakkkuk 2:4, the sermon is titled “Live by Faith”. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

LADIES AID - will meet on Oct. 6th at 7:00 pm with Cindy Hofer as Hostess.  Bible Study on Angels will be led by Pastor Weeman followed by the business meeting.  Bob and Karen Pidde are on Altar Guild for October and Garnet Stern and Lee Lagendyk are Visiting Helpers for October.

 

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – has started making plans for the November 3rd event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery & Baked/Canned booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

NOTE TIME CHANGE:   The choir will begin rehearsals at 11:20.  All ages are welcome!

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY - will not meet the last Wednesdays of this month—Sept. 28. The class will resume on Wednesday—Oct. 5

09-18-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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.

MAIN STREET LIVING – September 25^th . Rev. Ryan Drevlow of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD brings today’s message       “ Rich in What Matters Most”, based on Luke 16: 31. The hymns: Come Thou Almighty King; Fight the Good Fight; and All Hail the Pow’r of Jesus Name, will be sung by the Main Street Living Choir. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

THE CHOIR - will begin rehearsals today at 11:30.  All ages are welcome!

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY - will not meet the last 2 Wednesdays of this month—Sept. 21 & 28. The class will resume on Wednesday—Oct. 5

THE 19TH ANNUAL BIKE FOR LIFE will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24.  We will once again be riding from Armour to the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls on a mission to "save babies, one mile at a time". If you are interested in riding please go to our website, bikeforlifesd.org to register. If you would like to donate to this worthy cause, you can do so through our website or send checks to SESD Lutherans for Life, PO Box 265, Menno SD 57045. Please mark the checks with Bike For Life in the check memo. All the money raised goes the Alpha Center to help support the Ultrasound ministry.  Any questions, please contact Julie Hinckley.   605-770-9772  julie.hinckley@yahoo.com

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS will be having Sunday School on non-communion Sundays starting Oct 2nd in the youth room.

LADIES AID - will meet on Oct. 6th at 7:00 pm with Cindy Hofer as Hostess.  Bible Study on Angels will be led by Pastor Weeman followed by the business meeting.  Bob and Karen Pidde are on Altar Guild for October and Garnet Stern and Lee Lagendyk are Visiting Helpers for October.

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – has started making plans for the November 3rd event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery & Baked/Canned booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

09-11-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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.

MAIN STREET LIVING – September 18^th . Rev. Scott Sailer, President of the South Dakota District LCMS, brings today’s message “A Lesson in Shrewdness” based on Luke 16: 1-13. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL - will begin today right after the church service.

 

WEEKDAY SCHOOL - will begin on Wednesday, September 14^th at 4:30 p.m.

 

THE 19TH ANNUAL BIKE FOR LIFE will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24.  We will once again be riding from Armour to the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls on a mission to "save babies, one mile at a time". If you are interested in riding please go to our website, bikeforlifesd.org to register. If you would like to donate to this worthy cause, you can do so through our website or send checks to SESD Lutherans for Life, PO Box 265, Menno SD 57045. Please mark the checks with Bike For Life in the check memo. All the money raised goes the Alpha Center to help support the Ultrasound ministry.  Any questions, please contact Julie Hinckley.   605-770-9772  julie.hinckley@yahoo.com

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – has started making plans for the November 3rd event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery & Baked/Canned booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS will be having Sunday School on non-communion Sundays starting Oct 2nd in the youth room.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY will not meet the last 2 Wednesdays of this month—Sept. 21 & 28. The class will resume on Wednesday—Oct. 5

 

THE CHOIR - will begin rehearsals on Sunday, Sept 18th at 11:30.  All ages are welcome!

TODAY THE BOARD OF ED will be presenting Bibles to the 3^rd Grade class.

BEFORE THE PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH will be the installing of this year’s Sunday School Teachers.  We thank God for providing these teachers who are willing to spend time with our youth to teach them the truths of the Gospel