12-30-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE HERE!

 

IN YOUR PRAYERS Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (_______) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Connie, Bernice, Henrietta, Lee, Lavonne, Delores, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby).

MAIN STREET LIVING – January 6, 2019: Today’s message is presented by Rev. Dr. Christopher Ascher of Resurrection Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls.  The message “Come and Worship is based on Matthew 2:1-4.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  For more information go to the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com

 

LADIES AID and LWML will meet for Bible Study with Pastor Makelin on January 3rd at 2:00 p.m.   We will be starting a new Bible Study on Revelation.  Altar flowers is OPEN for January and Visiting Helpers are Sharon Pfeiffer and Garnet Stern.

 

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. Susan Cox, Alice Fliginger, Norby & Marlene Geidel, Millie Gunderson, Ella Hein, Connie Hinckley, Wyona Hofer, LaVonne Knittel, Ruth Koerner, Lee Lagendyk, Melton & Lorna Langle,  Bernice Pfeiffer, Delores Pidde, Henrietta Rhoades, Myron Schaffer, also Betty Bender & Reno Mettler.  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.

NEW MEMBER CLASSES start in January.  The Bible study on Tuesday nights (7:00pm) have been slowly going through Lutheranism 101, but will switch to covering Basic Christian Doctrine (which could lead to membership) in five weeks.  People who may be interested are possible new members, catechism kids (study ahead or catch up), other denominations (we can cover differences in teachings at the end), or anyone who would like to review the basic doctrines of the faith. Dates are; Jan 8, 15, 22, 28 and February 5.  Please let pastor know so he can have materials ready.

WATCH FOR MISSION/MINISTRY of the month in 2019.  Each month a different mission/ministry will be highlighted, a free-will offering held at fellowship hour, and prayers requested.  See list on Bulletin board.

 

ANNUAL REPORTS please give them to Pastor, Aleta Starner or Denise Peterson.  We would like to have the report done by the quarterly meeting in January, thank you.  The reports that are needed:  Elders report, Melcher Scholarship Fund, Board of Evangelism, Youth Group, Trustees report, Mentor-Mentee, Samarian Report, LWML, and Treasurer’s report.

 

USHER LIST is up please sign up to help usher for the year 2019.

 

12-23-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE HERE!

IN YOUR PRAYERS Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (_______) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Connie, Ella, Bernice, Henrietta, Lee, Lavonne, Delores, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby).

IN ADVENT, we wait for the Nativity of our Lord: The Gloria in Excelsis (LSB 187) is the song of the angels at the birth of Christ, so it is not sung...yet.  In Advent, we wait for them to sing.  Also, the Alleluia (LSB 190) is omitted, and just a verse is read.

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 30, 2018:  The message for the last Sunday of 2018 is delivered by Rev.  Nabil Nour, third Vice President of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Pastor at Trinity Lutheran in Hartford, South Dakota.  Titled “The Firstborn” the message is based on Exodus 13: 1-2.  .  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

PLEASE NOTE as the calendar did not state it, but there will be Holy Communion on the Day of Nativity (December 25th, Christ-Mass Day) at 9:30 a.m.

MAIN STREET LIVING is the CHRISTMAS Project for LADIES AID and LWML.  We welcome your support for this TV ministry.  There will be a basket in the fellowship hall for contributions.  Funds will be matched. Thank you for your help. 

ANNUAL REPORTS please give them to Pastor, Aleta Starner or Denise Peterson.  Ww would like to have the report done by the quarterly meeting in January, thank you.  The reports that are needed:  Elders report, Melcher scholarship fund, board of evangelism, Youth Group, Trustees report, Mentor-Mentee, Samarian Report, Ladies Aid, LWML, and Treasurer’s report.

USHER LIST is up please sign up to help usher for the year 2019

COFFEE HOUR SHCEDUL is in need of one more groups or 2  If you are not a  group and would like to be please let Aleta Starner know, Call or text 605-660-3651 or e-mail stpaulfreeman@gmail.com or put your name on the list on the bulletin board.

NEW MEMBER CLASSES start in January.  The Bible study on Tuesday nights (7:00pm) have been slowly going through Lutheranism 101, but will switch to covering Basic Christian Doctrine (which could lead to membership) in five weeks.  People who may be interested are possible new members, catechism kids (study ahead or catch up), other denominations (we can cover differences in teachings at the end), or anyone who would like to review the basic doctrines of the faith. Dates are; Jan 8, 15, 22, 28 and February 5.  Please let pastor know so he can have materials ready.

  POINSETTIAS GIVEN IN MEMORY

Keith & Betsy Knodel in memory of Eileen Ahart (Betsy's mom) and Clifford Knodel

Gary & Cheryl Walz & family in memory of Pauline Walz, Laura and Ervin Jensen

Arlene Stern & family in memory of Arden Stern

Chris & Amber Sayler & family in memory of Thelma Zachariasen, Roland & Sandra Sayler

Mark & Stacy Roth & family in memory of Marlan & Marge Wollman

Linda Haar in memory of Wallace & Clarice Haar

Jeani Dubs in memory of her husband Dennis and Parents Hulda and Eugene Ulmer

Matt & Kristi, Bryce, Morgan & Lydia Dannenbring in memory of Don Herman, Sr., Claudia Dannenbring

Matt, Kristi, Bryce, Morgan & Lydia Dannenbring just want to say Merry Christmas to our whole church family.

12-16-2018 Announcement

HOLY COMMUNION is celebrated in our worship service today.  What a joy and privilege!  In this Sacrament our Lord gives unto us not only bread and wine, but also His very body and blood to eat and drink.  In this Sacrament He assures us that our sins are forgiven and He strengthens our faith.  To our guests who desire to receive Holy Communion, we ask that you consider the following:  If you do not believe in Jesus as your Savior, do not believe in the Real Presence of the Sacrament, or have never received instruction on how to prepare yourself for Communion, you should refrain from receiving the Sacrament, but are encouraged to come to the altar for a blessing, indicated by folding the arms over the chest.  We do this not to offend, but to honor the faith we hold at St. Paul Lutheran.  If you have any questions regarding communion, please speak to the Pastor or an Elder before service begins.

 

CHRISTMAS EVANGELISM: Please pray for, and invite, those you may know who have not partaken of His body and blood in the blessed Sacrament of the Altar in some time (or at all), that they speak to the pastor and return (or learn how) to receive His invitation to eat...drink His Words of forgiveness, proclaiming His death until He comes again.

IN YOUR PRAYERS Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (_______) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Connie, Elsie, Ella, Bernice, Henrietta, Lee, Lavonne, Delores, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby).

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 23, 2018: Worship Service-The Christmas message is given by Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison, President of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.  The message is based on Luke 1: 39-45.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

IN ADVENT, we wait for the Nativity of our Lord: The Gloria in Excelsis (LSB 187) is the song of the angels at the birth of Christ, so it is not sung...yet.  In Advent, we wait for them to sing.  Also, the Alleluia (LSB 190) is omitted, and just a verse is read.

MAIN STREET LIVING is the CHRISTMAS Project for LADIES AID and LWML.  We welcome your support for this TV ministry.  There will be a basket in the fellowship hall for contributions.  Funds will be matched. Thank you for your help. 

CATECHISM switches to 4:30-6:00 from the 6:30-8:00pm time for Dec.  12, and 19 and will be not be held again until January 2, when we will meet at 6:30pm again. Complete Test 1 packets to be complete on December 19- Pastor

PLEASE NOTE as the calendar did not state it, but there will be Holy Communion on the Day of Nativity (December 25th, Christ-Mass Day) at 9:30 a.m.

THE LADIES AID has given a check for $6000.00 to the church treasurer from the 2018 Bazaar receipts. Thank you.

ADVENT MEALS will be served from 6 - 6:45 pm before Advent Mid-week service on Dec19.  Freewill donation will be taken to help with Youth Group expenses for National Youth Gathering.  Menu will be posted on the Bulletin Board.

NEW MEMBER CLASSES start in January.  The Bible study on Tuesday nights (7:00pm) have been slowly going through Lutheranism 101, but will switch to covering Basic Christian Doctrine (which could lead to membership) in five weeks.  People who may be interested are possible new members, catechism kids (study ahead or catch up), other denominations (we can cover differences in teachings at the end), or anyone who would like to review the basic doctrines of the faith. Dates are; Jan 8, 15, 22, 28 and February 5.  Please let pastor know so he can have materials ready.

CHRISTMAS EVE CHURCH PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

 Sunday Dec. 16th 11:30 until 12:30

Wed Dec 19th 5:00 to 6:00 (if more rehearsal is needed)
Sunday Dec. 23rd 10:30 until 12:00 (No Sunday School)

Monday Dec. 24th 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Service

COFFEE HOUR SHCEDUL is in need of one more groups or 2  If you are not a  group and would like to be please let Aleta Starner know, Call or text 605-660-3651 or e-mail stpaulfreeman@gmail.com or put your name on the list on the bulletin board.

POINSETTIAS GIVEN IN MEMORY

 

Keith & Betsy Knodel in memory of Eileen Ahart (Betsy's mom) and Clifford Knodel

Gary & Cheryl Walz & family in memory of Pauline Walz, Laura and Ervin Jensen

Arlene Stern & family in memory of Arden Stern

Chris & Amber Sayler & family in memory of Thelma Zachariasen, Roland & Sandra Sayler

Mark & Stacy Roth & family in memory of Marlan & Marge Wollman
Linda Haar in memory of Wallace & Clarice Haar

Matt & Kristi, Bryce, Morgan & Lydia Dannenbring in memory of Don Herman, Sr., Claudia Dannenbring

Matt, Kristi, Bryce, Morgan & Lydia Dannenbring just want to say Merry Christmas to our whole church family.

USHER LIST is up please sign up to help usher for the year 2019

ANNUAL REPORTS please give them to Pastor, Aleta Starner or Denise Peterson.  Would like to have the report done by the quarterly meeting in January, thank you.  The reports that are needed:  Elders report, Melcher scholarship fund, board of evangelism, Youth Group, Trustees report, Mentor-Mentee, Samarian Report, Ladies Aid, LWML, and Treasurer’s report.

THE CHOIR will be caroling at the Hospital and Nursing Home at 6:00 p.m. and the Salem Home at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday December 18^th.  All are welcome to come and listen.

12-09-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

CHRISTMAS EVANGELISM: Please pray for, and invite, those you may know who have not partaken of His body and blood in the blessed Sacrament of the Altar in some time (or at all), that they speak to the pastor and return (or learn how) to receive His invitation to eat...drink His Words of forgiveness, proclaiming His death until He comes again.

IN YOUR PRAYERS Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (_______) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Connie, Elsie, Ella, Bernice, Henrietta, Lee, Lavonne, Delores, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby).

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 09, 2018: Worship Service- -Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy, President of the English District LC-MS, Delivers today’s message “Do Not Be Anxious”, based on Luke 7: 18-28.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

IN ADVENT, we wait for the Nativity of our Lord: The Gloria in Excelsis (LSB 187) is the song of the angels at the birth of Christ, so it is not sung...yet.  In Advent, we wait for them to sing.  Also, the Alleluia (LSB 190) is omitted, and just a verse is read.

MAIN STREET LIVING is the CHRISTMAS Project for LADIES AID and LWML.  We welcome your support for this TV ministry.  There will be a basket in the fellowship hall for contributions.  Funds will be matched. Thank you for your help. 

CATECHISM switches to 4:30-6:00 from the 6:30-8:00pm time for Dec.  12, and 19 and will be not be held again until January 2, when we will meet at 6:30pm again. Complete Test 1 packets to be complete on December 19- Pastor

ADVENT MEALS will be served from 6 - 6:45 pm before Advent Mid-week services on Dec 5, 12 & 19.  Freewill donation will be taken to help with Youth Group expenses for National Youth Gathering.  Menu will be posted on the Bulletin Board.

NEW MEMBER CLASSES start in January.  The Bible study on Tuesday nights (7:00pm) have been slowly going through Lutheranism 101, but will switch to covering Basic Christian Doctrine (which could lead to membership) in five weeks.  People who may be interested are possible new members, catechism kids (study ahead or catch up), other denominations (we can cover differences in teachings at the end), or anyone who would like to review the basic doctrines of the faith. Dates are; Jan 8, 15, 22, 28 and February 5.  Please let pastor know so he can have materials ready.

CHRISTMAS EVE CHURCH PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sunday Dec. 9th 10:30 until 12:00 (no Sunday School)

Sunday Dec. 16th 11:30 until 12:30
Wed Dec 19th 5:00 to 6:00 (if more rehearsal is needed)
Sunday Dec. 23rd 10:30 until 12:00 (No Sunday School)

Monday Dec. 24th 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Service

POINSETTIAS  - If you would like to purchase a poinsettia in memory of a loved one, please contact Dawn Walz at 605-660-0264. 
The poinsettia memorials will be printed in the bulletin and placed on display on December 16.  Poinsettias may be picked up on or after December 25.

12-02-2018 Announcements

CHRISTMAS EVANGELISM: Please pray for, and invite, those you may know who have not partaken of His body and blood in the blessed Sacrament of the Altar in some time (or at all), that they speak to the pastor and return (or learn how) to receive His invitation to eat...drink His Words of forgiveness, proclaiming His death until He comes again.

IN YOUR PRAYERS Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (_______) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Thelma, Connie, Elsie, Ella, Bernice, Henrietta, Lee, Lavonne, Delores, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby).

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 09, 2018: Worship Service-Rev. Brian Lemke of Zion Lutheran in Delmont, and Emmaus Lutheran in Tripp, SD brings us the Message “Return to the Lord?”.  The presentation is based on Malachi 3: 1-7b.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

LADIES AID and LWML - will meet for  Bible Study with Pastor Makelin on December 6th at 2:00 p.m. followed by the Business Meeting.  Everyone bring Christmas goodies for lunch. Visiting Helpers for December is the Visiting Committee and Joan Dreessen is on Altar Flowers. Coffee committee for December 2nd is Sharon Pfeiffer, Darlene Schrag and Joan Dreessen. 

THE NEW TESTAMENT CANTICLE for today is hymn 933, which is the setting for the Magnificat.

IN ADVENT, we wait for the Nativity of our Lord: The Gloria in Excelsis (LSB 187) is the song of the angels at the birth of Christ, so it is not sung...yet.  In Advent, we wait for them to sing.  Also, the Alleluia (LSB 190) is omitted, and just a verse is read.

NEW MEMBER CLASSES start in January.  The Bible study on Tuesday nights (7:00pm) have been slowly going through Lutheranism 101, but will switch to covering Basic Christian Doctrine (which could lead to membership) in five weeks.  People who may be interested are possible new members, catechism kids (study ahead or catch up), other denominations (we can cover differences in teachings at the end), or anyone who would like to review the basic doctrines of the faith. Dates are; Jan 8, 15, 22, 28 and February 5.  Please let pastor know so he can have materials ready.

CATECHISM switches to 4:30-6:00 from the 6:30-8:00pm time for Dec. 5, 12, and 19 and will be not be held again until January 2, when we will meet at 6:30pm again. Complete Test 1 packets to be complete on December 19- Pastor

ADVENT MEALS will be served from 6 - 6:45 pm before Advent Mid-week services on Dec 5, 12 & 19.  Freewill donation will be taken to help with Youth Group expenses for National Youth Gathering.  Menu will be posted on the Bulletin Board.

CHRISTMAS EVE CHURCH PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

 Sunday Dec. 2nd 11:00 until 12:00

Sunday Dec. 9th 10:30 until 12:00 (no Sunday School)
Sunday Dec. 16th 11:30 until 12:30
Wed Dec 19th 5:00 to 6:00 (if more rehearsal is needed)
Sunday Dec. 23rd 10:30 until 12:00 (No Sunday School)

Monday Dec. 24th 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Service

11-25-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – December 2, 2018: Worship Service The message “Relations in Worship” is presented by Rev. David Knefelkamp the Pastor at Zion Lutheran in White, SD and First English Lutheran in Aurora, SD  The message is based on Hebrews 9: 1-10.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

There will be no SUNDAY SCHOOL classes today.

CHURCH DECORATING – We will be decorating the church for Christmas on Friday, November 30^th at 6:00 p.m.:  All ages are welcome and all help will be appreciated.

LADIES AID and LWML - will meet for  Bible Study with Pastor Makelin on December 6th at 2:00 p.m. followed by the Business Meeting.  Everyone bring Christmas goodies for lunch. Visiting Helpers for December is the Visiting Committee and Joan Dreessen is on Altar Flowers. Coffee committee for December 2nd is Sharon Pfeiffer, Darlene Schrag and Joan Dreessen. 

ADVENT MEALS will be served from 6 - 6:45 pm before Advent Mid week services on Dec 5, 12 & 19.  Freewill donation will be taken to help with Youth Group expenses for National Youth Gathering.  Menu will be posted on the Bulletin Board.

CHRISTMAS EVE CHURCH PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed. Nov. 28th 5:00 until 6:00

Sunday Dec. 2nd 11:00 until 12:00
Sunday Dec. 9th 10:30 until 12:00 (no Sunday School)
Sunday Dec. 16th 11:30 until 12:30
Wed Dec 19th 5:00 to 6:00 (if more rehearsal is needed)
Sunday Dec. 23rd 10:30 until 12:00 (No Sunday School)
Monday Dec. 24th 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Service

11-18-2018 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – November 25,2018: Worship Service-“What Jesus Didn’t Know” is the title of the message presented by Rev. Ken Johnson, the pastor at Zion Lutheran in Avon and Our Savior’s Lutheran in Springfield.  Pastor Johnson bases the message on Mark 13:32.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

REMINDER:  We will not be having Holy Communion today, but will be having it on Thanksgiving Day, (the  22nd). Services start at 9:30 a.m.  See you there!

BAZAAR INCOME - We want to thank everyone again who contributed in any way toward making our 54th annual bazaar a success. The total income for this year was $5937.25. 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.

There will be no SUNDAY SCHOOL classes on Sunday November 25^th

CHRISTMAS EVE CHURCH PROGRAM PRACTIC SCHEDULE

 

Sunday Nov. 18th  11:30 until 12:30
Wed. Nov. 28th 5:00 until 6:00
Sunday Dec. 2nd 11:00 until 12:00

Sunday Dec. 9th 10:30 until 12:00 (no Sunday School)

Sunday Dec. 16th 11:30 until 12:30
Wed Dec 19th 5:00 to 6:00 (if more rehearsal is needed)
Sunday Dec. 23rd 10:30 until 12:00 (No Sunday School)

Monday Dec. 24th 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Service

11-11-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

HOLY COMMUNION is celebrated in our worship service today.  What a joy and privilege!  In this Sacrament our Lord gives unto us not only bread and wine, but also His very body and blood to eat and drink.  In this Sacrament He assures us that our sins are forgiven and He strengthens our faith.  To our guests who desire to receive Holy Communion, we ask that you consider the following:  If you do not believe in Jesus as your Savior, do not believe in the Real Presence of the Sacrament, or have never received instruction on how to prepare yourself for Communion, you should refrain from receiving the Sacrament, but are encouraged to come to the altar for a blessing, indicated by folding the arms over the chest.  We do this not to offend, but to honor the faith we hold at St. Paul Lutheran.  If you have any questions regarding communion, please speak to the Pastor or an Elder before service begins

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – November 18,2018: Worship Service- Rev. Jesse Davis of First English Lutheran in Centerville and Zion Lutheran in Hurley South Dakota  presents the message “Impressive Buildings, Oh My”.  The message is based on Mark 13: 1-13.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

YOUTH GROUP MEETING  November 18th at 7pm. All teens grades 7-12 are welcome.

REMINDER:  We will not be having Holy Communion on the third Sunday (the 18th), but will be having it on Thanksgiving Day, (the  22nd). Services start at 9:30 a.m.  See you there!

THIS VETERANS DAY, help our Lutheran servicemen and women stay spiritually strong by enrolling them in the Ministry-by-Mail program (see insert). The LCMS works hard to support its members serving in the Armed Forces in such a direct way.  Servicemen and women receive materials in an initial packet when their name is submitted, and they regularly receive copies of Portals of Prayer along with So Help Me God, a quarterly newsletter from the LCMS.

DID YOU MISS CHURCH LAST SUNDAY?  Go to Facebook.com/stpaulfreeman and click "like".  All sermons for a month are being posted there to listen to if you were away, or to review if you so desire.

COULD YOU HELP those who cannot get to church any longer?  Video recordings of the services are being made to give to those who have mobility issues and cannot get to church (Nursing homes, shut ins).

 Many, who have not been able to attend church in years say; "Oh!  This is great.  I so miss going to church and this is close to being there again!".  We could use some volunteers who can deliver these DVD recordings on a regular basis (possibly each week), along with a printed service and bulletin (if able to see), so that when they watch the service in their homes or care center, they can sing and listen right along with us.  Please contact me if you would like to help in this way.  Pastor Makelin

A NEW RESOURCE IS AVAILABLE; "Alive in Christ" a Funeral Practices and Planning Guide, located in the racks.

11-04-2018 Announcements

HOLY COMMUNION is celebrated in our worship service today.  What a joy and privilege!  In this Sacrament our Lord gives unto us not only bread and wine, but also His very body and blood to eat and drink.  In this Sacrament He assures us that our sins are forgiven and He strengthens our faith.  To our guests who desire to receive Holy Communion, we ask that you consider the following:  If you do not believe in Jesus as your Savior, do not believe in the Real Presence of the Sacrament, or have never received instruction on how to prepare yourself for Communion, you should refrain from receiving the Sacrament, but are encouraged to come to the altar for a blessing, indicated by folding the arms over the chest.  We do this not to offend, but to honor the faith we hold at St. Paul Lutheran.  If you have any questions regarding communion, please speak to the Pastor or an Elder before service begins

 

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – November 11,2018: Worship Service-The message is presented by Rev. Robert Moeller, Jr, Pastor at St. John’s Lutheran in Trosky, MN; Our Saviour’s Lutheran in Pipestone MN: and Trinity Lutheran in Jasper, MN.  The message “Jesus Watches the Offering” is based on Mark 12: 41-44.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com. .

YES, we are having Communion today!  My apologies for not making the announcement earlier, but we are having Communion on the first and second Sundays this month due to today's All Saint's Day celebration, and don't forget the opportunity to commune on Thanksgiving Day! – Pastor

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE extends a hearty THANK YOU to each of you that helped make our Bazaar another successful event, all 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. Thanks again.

YOUTH GROUP MEETING  November 18th at 7pm. All teens grades 7-12 are welcome.

DID you miss church last Sunday?  Go to Facebook.com/stpaulfreeman and click "like".  All sermons for a month are being posted there to listen to if you were away, or to review if you so desire.

 

COULD YOU HELP those who cannot get to church any longer?  Video recordings of the services are being made to give to those who have mobility issues and cannot get to church (Nursing homes, shut ins).

  Many, who have not been able to attend church in years say; "Oh!  This is great.  I so miss going to church and this is close to being there again!".  We could use some volunteers who can deliver these DVD recordings on a regular basis (possibly each week), along with a printed service and bulletin (if able to see), so that when they watch the service in their homes or care center, they can sing and listen right along with us.  Please contact me if you would like to help in this way.  Pastor Makelin

A NEW RESOURCE IS AVAILABLE; "Alive in Christ" a Funeral Practices and Planning Guide, located in the racks.

10-28-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – November 4,2018:  Worship Service- Rev. Micah Bauer of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Brookings, SD presents the message “Blessed Are Those Who Mourn, For They Shall Be Comforted”.  The message is based on Matthew 5:4. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

QUARTERLY VOTER MEETING NOTICE:  Our fall voters meeting will be held on today in the fellowship hall right after the worship service.  Please plan to attend.

BAZAAR SETUP in the fellowship hall & kitchen will be on Sunday, Oct 28^th starting around 1:00 p.m. please come & help if you are able.  Thanks.

YOUTH GROUP MEETING tonight at 7pm and November 18th at 7pm. All teens grades 7-12 are welcome. 
 

GREETING CARDS FUNDRAISER: the Youth Group will be selling Christian based boxed cards after church today.  Includes a variety of Christmas, Birthday, Sympathy and more.  Proceeds will go toward National Lutheran Youth Gathering in Minneapolis next summer.

OUR ANNUAL BAZAAR will be held Thursday, Nov. 1^st 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. 1^st for a day of good food and fellowship.

ATTEND THE  BAZAAR on Nov. 1st starting at 10:30.  Bob  and Karen Pidde are on Altar Flowers for November and Corrine Handel is Visiting Helper.

THE BOARD OF FINANCE needs someone to fill a vacant spot on their committee (to be elected this month).  The Board of Finance are the ones who make sure there are collection envelopes, count and record offerings, and keeps records of gifts received.   If the Lord has moved you to help out your church, this might be for you.  Please contact Brian Knittle or an elder.

 DID you miss church last Sunday?  Go to Facebook.com/stpaulfreeman and click "like".  All sermons for a month are being posted there to listen to if you were away, or to review if you so desire.

COULD YOU HELP those who cannot get to church any longer?  Video recordings of the services are being made to give to those who have mobility issues and cannot get to church (Nursing homes, shut ins).  Many, who have not been able to attend church in years say; "Oh!  This is great.  I so miss going to church and this is close to being there again!".  We could use some volunteers who can deliver these DVD recordings on a regular basis (possibly each week), along with a printed service and bulletin (if able to see), so that when they watch the service in their homes or care center, they can sing and listen right along with us.  Please contact me if you would like to help in this way.  Pastor Makelin
 

A NEW RESOURCE IS AVAILABLE; "Alive in Christ" a Funeral Practices and Planning Guide, located in the racks.

ARE YOU INTERESTED in a 10 gal Redwing crock? Or a Kelvinator stove? These are 2 items from the kitchen remodel, which we will not put back into the kitchen. Please talk to Chad Knittel if you are interested in the crock or stove. Also there are still some items on the tables out in the fellowship hall for anyone to take. Thank you.

10-21-2018 ANNOUNCEMENTS

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

 

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.

 

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

 

MAIN STREET LIVING – October 28,2018:  Worship Service-The message, “Five Hundred…and One” is based on Revelation 14:6 and is presented by Rev. Corey Aker of Faith Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls.  For more information contact us at info@mainstreetliving.com

 

THE BOARD OF FINANCE needs someone to fill a vacant spot on their committee (to be elected this month).  The Board of Finance are the ones who make sure there are collection envelopes, count and record offerings, and keeps records of gifts received.   If the Lord has moved you to help out your church, this might be for you.  Please contact Brian Knittle or an elder.

 

A NEW RESOURCE IS AVAILABLE; "Alive in Christ" a Funeral Practices and Planning Guide, located in the racks.

 

ARE YOU INTERESTED in a 10 gal Redwing crock? Or a Kelvinator stove? These are 2 items from the kitchen remodel, which we will not put back into the kitchen. Please talk to Chad Knittel if you are interested in the crock or stove. Also there are still some items on the tables out in the fellowship hall for anyone to take. Thank you.

GREETING CARDS FUNDRAISER: the Youth Group will be selling Christian based boxed cards after church on October 21 and 28.  Includes a variety of Christmas, Birthday, Sympathy and more.  Proceeds will go toward National Lutheran Youth Gathering in Minneapolis next summer.

YOUTH GROUP MEETING October 28th at 7pm and November 18th at 7pm. All teens grades 7-12 are welcome.

DID you miss church last Sunday?  Go to Facebook.com/stpaulfreeman and click "like".  All sermons for a month are being posted there to listen to if you were away, or to review if you so desire.

 

 

COULD YOU HELP those who cannot get to church any longer?  Video recordings of the services are being made to give to those who have mobility issues and cannot get to church (Nursing homes, shut ins).

  Many, who have not been able to attend church in years say; "Oh!  This is great.  I so miss going to church and this is close to being there again!".  We could use some volunteers who can deliver these DVD recordings on a regular basis (possibly each week), along with a printed service and bulletin (if able to see), so that when they watch the service in their homes or care center, they can sing and listen right along with us.  Please contact me if you would like to help in this way.  Pastor Makelin

OUR ANNUAL BAZAAR will be held Thursday, Nov. 1^st 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. 1^st for a day of good food and fellowship.

 

BAZAAR SETUP in the fellowship hall & kitchen will be on Sunday, Oct 28^th starting around 1:00 p.m. please come & help if you are able.  Thanks.

 

QUARTERLY VOTER MEETING NOTICE:  Our fall voters meeting will be held on October 28 in the fellowship hall right after the worship service.  Please plan on to attend.

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

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 21,2018:  NA

THE BOARD OF FINANCE needs someone to fill a vacant spot on their committee (to be elected this month).  The Board of Fiance are the ones who make sure there are collection envelopes, count and record offerings, and keeps records of gifts received.   If the Lord has moved you to help out your church, this might be for you.  Please contact Brian Knittle or an elder.

A NEW RESOURCE IS AVAILABLE; "Alive in Christ" a Funeral Practices and Planning Guide, located in the racks.

BAZAAR NEWS: We have posted the food donation list and the worker schedule on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall and also on the refrigerators in the kitchen, if you have any questions please talk to one of the committee members.  Please plan to attend our Bazaar on Thursday, November 1^st for a day of good food & fellowship.  Thanks.

ARE YOU INTERESTED in a 10 gal Redwing crock? Or a Kelvinator stove? These are 2 items from the kitchen remodel, which we will not put back into the kitchen. Please talk to Chad Knittel if you are interested in the crock or stove. Also there are still some items on the tables out in the fellowship hall for anyone to take. Thank you.

GREETING CARDS FUNDRAISER: the Youth Group will be selling Christian based boxed cards after church on October 21 and 28.  Includes a variety of Christmas, Birthday, Sympathy and more.  Proceeds will go toward National Lutheran Youth Gathering in Minneapolis next summer.

10-07-2018 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – October 14,2018:  NA

LWML SUNDAY.  We add to our prayers today for the Lutheran Women's Missionary League (LWML), the official ladies auxiliary to the Missouri Synod.  See bulletin inserts for information on this organization, and the missions they support through their mite boxes.  See Julie Huber for interest in the St. Paul Lutheran Church of Freeman's local chapter which will be serving coffee for the fellowship hour (mite boxes available for donations).

THANK YOU once again we want to offer a huge thank you to Pastor for his prayers and visits over the past several months during all our health issues, and to the wonderful members of St Paul who sent cards, phone calls, expressed your concern for us and brought in food.  To our wonderful neighbors Jim and Sue for watching over us and to Jim for his excellent job of keeping our lawn looking immaculate after Norby’s accident.  How blessed we are to have you all.  We pray for God’s blessing upon all of you as well.  Norby & Marlene Geidel

BAZAAR UPDATE:  Plan to attend the Bazaar Thurs. November 1^st from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thanks to all of you that are willing to bring food and work for the November 1^st event, if anyone has any questions or you have not been contacted; but would like to bring food or work please talk to one of the organizers. The food list & worker schedule will be posted by next Sunday. Thanks for everything so far. Signed: Bazaar Committee – Kelli Broders, Penny Smidt, Sharon Pfeiffer.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10TH.  The Catechism class will meet at 6:00pm to watch the Luther movie due to the Elder's meeting at 7:00pm.

ARE YOU INTERESTED in a 10 gal Redwing crock? Or a Kelvinator stove? These are 2 items from the kitchen remodel, which we will not put back into the kitchen. Please talk to Chad Knittel if you are interested in the crock or stove. Also there are still some items on the tables out in the fellowship hall for anyone to take. Thank you.

GREETING CARDS will be for sale at the Church Bazaar as a fundraiser for the Youth Group. Cash and carry Christian sentiment boxed cards of Christmas, Birthday, Sympathy styles and more. Please consider helping the youth raise money for their National Youth Gathering.

09-30-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – October 07,2018:  Rev. Scott Sailer, President of the South Dakota District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, delivers today’s message, “Small Words Are the Big Words.’  The message is based on Mark 10:2-16. 

LADIES AID and LWML will meet for Bible Study with Pastor Makelin on Oct. 4th at 7:00 pm.  Hostess for  the meeting is Joan Dreessen.  Visiting Helpers for October are Garnet Stern and Sharon Pfeiffer, Bob and Karen Pidde are on Altar Flowers.

NOTICE: Pastor will be at the Pastor's conference October 1-3, therefor there will be no Tuesday evening Christianity review Bible Study, or Men's Wednesday morning Bible study.. – Pastor

TALK TO THE TRUSTEES if you are interested in the old countertops or cabinet doors. Otherwise this material will be disposed of in October. If anyone has questions they should contact Chad Knittel H (605) 925-7350 or M (913) 558-2758.

GREETING CARDS will be for sale at the Church Bazaar as a fundraiser for the Youth Group. Cash and carry Christian sentiment boxed cards of Christmas, Birthday, Sympathy styles and more. Please consider helping the youth raise money for their National Youth Gathering.

BAZAAR UPDATE: Thanks to all of you that are willing to work for our November 1^st Bazaar and also thanks to all of you that are willing to bring food. We are still short on chicken meat and pies; also if you would like to buy some crackers, coffee, or quarts of pickles please talk to one of the organizers. We will post the food & worker lists by the middle of October. Thanks for everything so far. Signed: Bazaar Committee: Kelli Broders, Penny Smidt, Sharon Pfeiffer.

A NOTE TO PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS FROM PASTOR: The bulletin inserts are originally designed as a progressive memorization schedule  with the first level, "Primary" being grades 1 & 2, "Level 1" being grades 3 & 4, "Junior" - 5, "Level II - 6, "Level III - 7, and "Level IV" - 8.  These levels are only a guide however, and your child can memorize up to whatever level they are able.  To use these bulletin inserts, during the week, just before bed, or as you get ready for school, or at meals...take 15 minutes together to use the devotion on the one side as a family devotion, then speak together, aloud, the other side.  Don't worry if you child cannot read, because even the littlest ones can parrot back what the you say. When said aloud repeatedly, your child will accidentally begin to memorize it and place God's Word into their hearts and minds! – Pastor

AN EXAMPLE OF USING THE BULLETIN INSERTS: After the family devotion, have everyone speak aloud together; The Fourth Commandment: Honor your father and your mother.    If your child has already got this memorized, move up a level and also say aloud; What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not despise or anger our parents and other authorities, but honor them, serve and obey them, love and cherish them.... and so on.  Please contact me if I am not being clear, and may God's Word ring throughout your household! "But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”Joshua 24:15b - Pastor