10-27-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Ty, Marvin) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille).

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.

MAIN STREET LIVING information is posted on bulletin board or see the website: www.mainstreetliving.com

CALENDAR CORRECTION: We will have the Holy Supper on Nov. 3rd for all Saint Day AND the 2nd and 3rd Sundays in November.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our Fall voters meeting will be held today in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.  Please plan to attend.

LIMITED EDITION OF A FREEMAN CIRCUIT DEVOTIONAL BOOK "BETTER THAN 2020". Please see bulletin board and let pastor know your guess on how many you may like to purchase ($10) so we can figure out how many to print.

BAZAAR UPDATE: Plan to attend the Bazaar Thurs. November 7^th from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. We posted the food & worker list on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall and also on the refrigerator in the kitchen. Thanks to all of you that are willing to bring food and work for the November 7^th event, as you can see we could still use a another volunteer as a table waiter and a kitchen helper around 9:30 a.m.  Thanks for everything so far. Signed: Bazaar Committee: Kelli Broders, Penny Smidt, Sharon Pfeiffer.

HELP US GET AN ACCURATE SETTING OF THE TABLE OF OUR LORD, (not having too much or running short) by signing a registration sheet on the visitor's shelf by the greeters when you come in.  Please put the name of the family and how many in that family will be communing for that day.  (e.g. Makelin/2) Thank you! Pastor

MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH FOR OCTOBER is; Christ’s Care for Children: Kenya, https://www.lcms.org/make-a-gift/christs-care-for-children-kenya

SUPPORT THE BAZAAR on Nov. 7th starting at 10:30.  Bob and Karen Pidde are on Altar flowers for November and Visiting Helper is Corrine Handel.

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Julie, Marvin) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille).

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.

MAIN STREET LIVING  October 20^h 10:30 AM-Worship Service-Rev. Rev. Randy Sturzenbecher, Senior Pastor at Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church in Black Hawk, SD presents the message “Why Do You Ask?” based on Matthew 21:34-46.  More information can be found on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com

CALENDAR CORRECTION: We will have the Holy Supper on Nov. 3rd for all Saint Day AND the 2nd and 3rd Sundays in November.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our Fall voters meeting will be held on Sundaym October 27^th in the Fellowship Hall right after the the worship service.  Please plan to attend.

ENGAGING THE WANDERING WORKSHOP, is Sunday, October 27th, in Hartford,put on by the South Dakota District, along with Rev. Todd Kollbaum, Rural and Small Town Ministries Director, will assist each congregation present to go home with some practical approaches on engaging and reaching the inactive with the Gospel.  See bulletin board.

BAZAAR UPDATE: Plan to attend the Bazaar Thurs. November 7^th 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 7^th 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.  We hope to post the food & worker list by next Sunday. Thanks for everything so far. Signed: Bazaar Committee: Kelli Broders, Penny Smidt, Sharon Pfeiffer.

HELP US GET AN ACCURATE SETTING OF THE TABLE OF OUR LORD, (not having too much or running short) by signing a registration sheet on the visitor's shelf by the greeters when you come in.  Please put the name of the family and how many in that family will be communing for that day.  (e.g. Makelin/2) Thank you! Pastor

MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH FOR OCTOBER is; Christ’s Care for Children: Kenya, https://www.lcms.org/make-a-gift/christs-care-for-children-kenya

10-13-2019 Announcements

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

MAIN STREET LIVING  October 20^th 10:30 AM-Worship Service-Rev. Rev. Randy Sturzenbecher, Senior Pastor at Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church in Black Hawk, SD presents the message “Why Do You Ask?” based on Matthew 21:34-46.  More information can be found on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com

FELLOWSHIP HOUR will have cake and ice cream today, hosted by the family of Lonnie Graber for his birthday (shhhh, its a surprise).

CALENDAR CORRECTION: We will be offering the Lord's Supper on October 27th for Reformation Day (observed) and November 3rd for All Saints Day for those who desire it.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our Fall voters meeting will be held on Sundaym October 27^th in the Fellowship Hall right after the the worship service.  Please plan to attend.

ENGAGING THE WANDERING WORKSHOP,is Sunday, October 27th, in Hartford,put on by the South Dakota District, along with Rev. Todd Kollbaum, Rural and Small Town Ministries Director, will assist each congregation present to go home with some practical approaches on engaging and reaching the inactive with the Gospel.  See bulletin board.

WOULD SOMEONE LIKE TO PROVIDE FOOD for the Circuit pastor's meeting (a.k.a. Winkel) here at St. Paul Freeman for Thursday, October 17th?  Usually attended by approximately 4-8 pastors (RSVP's going out now for a final count), with a brief snack/drink in the morning (9:30), and a light lunch at noon.  If interested, please let me know and thank you in advance. Pastor Makelin

BAZAAR UPDATE: Thanks to all of you that are willing to work for our November 7th Bazaar and also thanks to all that are willing to bring food. We still need a gal of chili, few pounds of tavern, some chicken meat and pie; also if you would like to buy some crackers or coffee, please talk to one of the organizers. If you are willing to work during the day or the late afternoon/evening shift please let us know. We hope to post the food & worker lists soon. Thanks for everything so far. Signed: Bazaar Committee: Kelli Broders, Penny Smidt, Sharon Pfeiffer.

MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH FOR OCTOBER is; Christ’s Care for Children: Kenya, which is a sponsorship program that matches donors in the U.S. with children who are living in one of the boarding facilities in Kenya. The cost to sponsor a child is $90 per month or $1,080 for the whole year. Sponsorship is more than just food and shelter. The Christ’s Care for Children: Kenya program is also designed to equip children with everything necessary for success in life. The children learn to plant, harvest, cook, tend to livestock, clean the compounds and care for their personal space. Instead of donating in the free will basket at Fellowship hour, feel free to visit https://www.lcms.org/make-a-gift/christs-care-for-children-kenya to sponsor a child OR make a motion to the Voter’s Assembly for St. Paul Lutheran Church, Freeman, to sponsor a child in their budget

10-06-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Julie, Marvin) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille, Marlene) We pray for the grieving [especially the family of our blessed sister Lee and the family of brother Pastor Al Henderson of Fort Dodge IA] with the hope and the consolation of the Gospel and the resurrection of the dead

MAIN STREET LIVING  October 13^th 10:30 AM-Worship Service-Rev. Marcus Ring of St. John Lutheran Church in Gregory, SD presents the message “Works To Be Remembered”.  It is based on Psalm 111.  More information can be found on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com 

THE MENTOR/MENTEE there will be a short planning meeting today.

THE CHOIR will practice on Sundays at 10:30 starting today.  Everyone is welcome!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12TH we will gather at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Madison for a hands-on work day. If you are able to help us at 9 a.m. or any part of the day before 4:00 p.m., please gather and sign in at Our Saviors Lutheran Church (1010 North Washington Street, Madison). Please bring work shoes, wear long sleeve shirts/sweat shirts, pants and work gloves. We will have plastic gloves, safety glasses, buckets, mops, and our supplies for cleaning mold and mud. If you cannot help on October 12th and would like to work another day, please call Rev. L. Scott Spiehs at 605-354-1771. Monetary donations may be sent to the South Dakota District Office earmarked – “Disaster Response Fund.”

WOULD SOMEONE LIKE TO PROVIDE FOOD for the Circuit pastor's meeting (a.k.a. Winkel) here at St. Paul Freeman for Thursday, October 17th?  Usually attended by approximately 4-8 pastors (RSVP's going out now for a final count), with a brief snack/drink in the morning (9:30), and a light lunch at noon.  If interested, please let me know and thank you in advance. Pastor Makelin

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – is starting to make plans for the November 7^th event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7 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 need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery/Baked items/Misc. booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Penny Smidt (cell – 360-7335, home - 925-4292) Kelli Broders (cell – 661-4511,) or Sharon Pfeiffer(925-7604) if you are willing to donate food or work.

MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH FOR OCTOBER IS: Christ’s Care for Children: Kenya, which is a sponsorship program that matches donors in the U.S. with children who are living in one of the boarding facilities in Kenya, managed by the LCMS’ partner church, the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Kenya. The cost to sponsor a child is $90 per month or $1,080 for the whole year. Sponsors receive an initial packet of information on their child, as well as updates throughout the year on his or her welfare, spiritual engagement and school grades.  Instead of donating in the free will basket at Fellowship hour, feel free to visit https://www.lcms.org/make-a-gift/christs-care-for-children-kenya to sponsor a child OR make a motion to the Voter’s Assembly for St. Paul Lutheran Church, Freeman, to sponsor a child in their budget.