05-29-2016 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 –  June 5, 2016, Rev. Bret Bierman of St. John, Aberdeen; St.Paul, Stratford; and Trinity in Mansfield, SD brings us today’s message “At the Intersection of Hope and Despair” based on Luke 7: 11-17. The Main Street Living Choir will lead the singing of: Come, Thou Almighty King; Amazing Grace; and Go, My Children, With My Blessing. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY FUND DRIVE:  It is a privilege to have the Freeman Regional Health Services in our community. We are having our annual fund drive during the month of May and are asking for donations that will help to purchase needed equipment for the hospital, nursing home, and clinic. We will have a free will basket in the fellowship hall during coffee hour TODAY May 29th. Your participation in this fund drive will be greatly appreciated. Thank you

LADIES AID - will meet on June 2nd at 7:00 pm with Millie Gunderson as Hostess.  The Study of Angels will continue as the Bible Study with Pastor Weeman.  Millie Gunderson is on Altar Guild for June and Darlene Schrag is Visiting Helper.  Coffee Hour committee for June 5th is Millie Gunderson, Corrine Handel and Cindy Hofer. 

REMINDER TO ALL MEMBERS OF ST. PAUL LUTHERAN – Please complete your Church survey and mail it back to the church in the self-enclosed envelope, prior to June 3, 2016.

CALL COMMITTEE – There will be a meeting on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. at the Church.

CHURCH CLEANING if you or know someone interested in cleaning the church please contact Jesse Thomas (605)-925-7713 or Dean Dreessen (605)-925-4462, thank you.

FEELING BLESSED Huge thank you to our congregation for your generosity. The youth group has met their goal of fund raising for the National Youth Gathering Trip to New Orleans.  We plan to share our experiences, give some testimonies and share with you some of what we learned after we get back. Again thank you. 

05-22-2016 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 – May 29, 2016, Rev. Samuel Bobby of St, Paul Lutheran Church Aberdeen SD presents today’s message “Just Marvelous” based on Luke 7: 9.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

 ONCE AGAIN we welcome Rev. and Mrs. Scott Sailer as he proclaims the Word of God this day and leads us in Bible Study, preparatory to calling a new pastor.

THE KING AND HIS QUEEN, PART 2  In Bible study today, District President Sailer will lead us in considering more about the Queen’s (or Church’s) relationship, not only with her loving King, Jesus, who adores her and gave His life for her, but also with her shepherd and trainer (or Pastor).  There are obligations in this relationship for both the congregation and the pastor.  And guess what!  They’re all “saint-sinners”!

CONGREGATIONAL CHALLENGE - The 6th, 7^th and 8th grade Sunday school class would like to do an outreach project for the food pantry at Bethany Mennonite Church.  They would like to challenge the congregation to bring shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, men's and women's deodorant, and Kleenex.   Paper products are in high demand.  Something positive coming from St. Paul would be a good thing.  We would like to do it for the month of May.

CHURCH CLEANING if you or know someone interested in cleaning the church please contact Jesse Thomas (605)-925-7713 or Dean Dreessen (605)-925-4462, thank you.

FEELING BLESSED Huge thank you to our congregation for your generosity. The youth group has met their goal of fund raising for the National Youth Gathering Trip to New Orleans.  We plan to share our experiences, give some testimonies and share with you some of what we learned after we get back. Again thank you. 

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY FUND DRIVE:  It is a privilege to have the Freeman Regional Health Services in our community. We are having our annual fund drive during the month of May and are asking for donations that will help to purchase needed equipment for the hospital, nursing home, and clinic. We will have a free will basket in the fellowship hall during coffee hour TODAY May 22nd and also on the 29th. Your participation in this fund drive will be greatly appreciated. Thank you

 

LADIES AID will meet on June 2nd at 7:00 pm with Millie Gunderson as Hostess.  The Study of Angels will continue as the Bible Study with Pastor Weeman.  Millie Gunderson is on Altar Guild for June and Darlene Schrag is Visiting Helper.  Coffee Hour committee for June 5th is Millie Gunderson, Corrine Handel and Cindy Hofer. 

05-15-2016 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, the family of Bernice Graber and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING – May 22, 2016, The Rev. Iver Possehl of Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Watertown SD brings the message “The Trinity at Work”. The message is based on Acts 2:32-33. The Main Street Living Choir will lead the singing of: Holy, Holy, Holy; Glory Be to God the Father; and Crown Him With Many Crowns. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Today will be the last day of Sunday School classes.  Our annual Sundae Sunday will be held on Sunday May 22^nd right before the special Bible Study led by Pastor Sailer.

Special Bible Study – On Sunday, May 22, Rev. Scott Sailer, District President will return to preach and to share Part 2 of the Bible Study he began with us on April 17, in preparation for the goal of issuing a Call for a new pastor.  Everyone is invited and sincerely encouraged to attend this important event.

CONGREGATIONAL CHALLENGE - The 6th, 7^th and 8th grade Sunday school class would like to do an outreach project for the food pantry at Bethany Mennonite Church.  They would like to challenge the congregation to bring shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, men's and women's deodorant, and Kleenex.   Paper products are in high demand.  Something positive coming from St. Paul would be a good thing.  We would like to do it for the month of May.

 

Confirmation Service

 

Today is the Confirmation Service for St. Paul Lutheran Church’s

2016 Confirmation Class.  This year we have two students to be
Confirmed.  We joyfully receive into communicant membership this morning:

Tyler Orcutt

            Birthdate:  April 26, 2001
            Baptismal Date:  May 13, 2001
            Parents:  Paul and Sharlene Orcutt

Isabel Sayler

            Birthdate:  June 29, 2002
            Baptismal Date:  September 15, 2002
            Parents:  Chris and Amber Sayler

Please greet them after the service AND join us in the Fellowship Hall for a reception in their honor!

05-08-2016 Announcement

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 – May 15, 2016 Rev. Silas Mehl of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Montrose and Zion Lutheran Church in Canistota SD brings the Pentecost message “Come, Let Us Go” based on Genesis 11:1-9. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired

SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - The last day of Sunday School classes will be on Sunday May 15^th.  Our annual Sundae Sunday will be held on Sunday May 22^nd right before the special Bible Study led by Pastor Sailer.

CONGREGATIONAL CHALLENGE - The 6th, 7^th and 8th grade Sunday school class would like to do an outreach project for the food pantry at Bethany Mennonite Church.  They would like to challenge the congregation to bring shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, men's and women's deodorant, and Kleenex.   Paper products are in high demand.  Something positive coming from St. Paul would be a good thing.  We would like to do it for the month of May.

LWML will meet on Thursday, May 12th. at 2:00p.m. at the home of Julie Huber

05-01-2016 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.

LADIES AID will meet on May 5th at 7:00 with Joan Dreessen as Hostess.  The Bible Study will be The Story of Angels followed by the Business meeting.  On Altar Guild for May is Ella and Elsie Hein and Visiting Helper is June Schamber. 

MAIN STREET LIVING - Rev. Matthew Wurm of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Brookings, SD delivers today’s message “You, Me, and Judas” based on Acts 1:16-19. The selected hymns: Jesus Christ is Risen Today; Jesus, Thy Blood and Righteousness; and Now Thank We All Our God, will be led by the Main Street Living Choir. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - The last day of Sunday School classes will be on Sunday May 15^th.  Our annual Sundae Sunday will be held on Sunday May 22^nd right before the special Bible Study led by Pastor Sailer.

CONGREGATIONAL CHALLENGE - The 6th, 7^th and 8th grade Sunday school class would like to do an outreach project for the food pantry at Bethany Mennonite Church.  They would like to challenge the congregation to bring shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, men's and women's deodorant, and Kleenex.   Paper products are in high demand.  Something positive coming from St. Paul would be a good thing.  We would like to do it for the month of May.

 

04-24-2016 Announcement

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:   May 1^st, Rev Kory Janneke of Faith Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD, brings today’s sermon “We Shall Overcome” based on John 16:33.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

LADIES AID will meet on May 5th at 7:00 with Joan Dreessen as Hostess.  The Bible Study will be The Story of Angels followed by the Business meeting.  On Altar Guild for May is Ella and Elsie Hein and Visiting Helper is June Schamber. 

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

SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - The last day of Sunday School classes will be on Sunday May 15^th.  Our annual Sundae Sunday will be held on Sunday May 22^nd right before the special Bible Study led by Pastor Sailer.

04-17-2016 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 STREE LIVING -  Rev. David Morfitt of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls delivers today”s message “God’s Great Good Grip”, based on John 10:27-29.. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

WE WELCOME Reverend Scott and Mrs. Sailer this morning as he preaches and then, after worship, leads us in the first of a two-part Bible Study in preparation for eventually issuing a call for a new pastor here at St. Paul.

THE KING AND HIS QUEEN -  A special two-part Bible study will be presented by District President, Rev. Scott Sailer, on Sunday, April 17, and Sunday, May 22, during the Sunday School and Bible Study hour.  It is about the special relationship our Lord (King Jesus!) has with us, the Church (His Queen!).   Oh, how He loves us and wants us to respond to His saving love by worshiping Him and serving others.   The discussion will include where the Pastor fits into the King’s plan for serving the Queen.  This study will help prepare our congregation for our relationship and service with a new pastor someday!

ATTENTION YOUTH GROUP - Meeting Today  4:30-6:30 p.m. in the youth group room.  National Youth Gathering Bible Study, NYG Information and Packets handed out,  Game and Supper. 

MIDWEEK SCHOOL – There will NOT be any Midweek School classes on Thursday, April 21st.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE – Our Spring voters meeting will be held on April 24^th in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.

THE MELCHER SCHOLARSHIP committee has begun accepting applications for its 2016 awards. Applications have been mailed to all high school seniors.  Anyone else who desires an application should contact Joan Dreessen or Karen Pidde. Eligible applicants are members of St. Paul Lutheran Church who are high school seniors or college students. Completed forms may be returned to Joan or Karen on or before the April 24, 2016 deadline.

SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - The last day of Sunday School classes will be on Sunday May 15^th.  Our annual Sundae Sunday will be held on Sunday May 22^nd right before the special Bible Study led by Pastor Sailer.

04-10-2016 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 STREE LIVING -  Rev. David Morfitt of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls delivers today”s message “God’s Great Good Grip”, based on John 10:27-29.. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

WE WELCOME Reverend Charles and Mrs. Kramer this morning as he leads the worship service and preaches the Word of God while Pastor Ellis is on vacation.

LWML - will meet Thursday April 14th. at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Lee Lagendyk.

VACATION – Pastor Ellis will be on vacation from the afternoon of April 3 through April 16.  If emergency pastoral care is needed, please contact the Elders. 

GUEST PASTOR  -   Rev. Scott Sailer will be the guest preacher on April 17.

NO COMMUNION – There will be no Communion today.

 

THE MELCHER SCHOLARSHIP committee has begun accepting applications for its 2016 awards. Applications have been mailed to all high school seniors.  Anyone else who desires an application should contact Joan Dreessen or Karen Pidde. Eligible applicants are members of St. Paul Lutheran Church who are high school seniors or college students. Completed forms may be returned to Joan or Karen on or before the April 24, 2016 deadline.

THE KING AND HIS QUEEN -  A special two-part Bible study will be presented by District President, Rev. Scott Sailer, on Sunday, April 17, and Sunday, May 22, during the Sunday School and Bible Study hour.  It is about the special relationship our Lord (King Jesus!) has with us, the Church (His Queen!).   Oh, how He loves us and wants us to respond to His saving love by worshiping Him and serving others.   The discussion will include where the Pastor fits into the King’s plan for serving the Queen.  This study will help prepare our congregation for our relationship and service with a new pastor someday!

04-03-2016 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 STREE LIVING -  April 10, The Executive Secretary of the South Dakota District LCMS, Rev. Darren Olson delivers todays message titled “Surprise”, based on Acts 9:1-22. The Main Street Living choir will perform the hymns: The Day of Resurrection; Lord, Take My Hand and Lead Me; and Children of the Heavenly Father. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

LADIES AID will meet on April 7th at 7:00 pm with Mildred Siekmann as Hostess.  Bible Study “The Story of Angels will be led by Pastor Weeman followed by the business meeting.  Mildred Siekmann is on Altar Guild for April and Visiting Helper is Phyllis Knittel

LWML - will meet Thursday April 14th. at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Lee Lagendyk.

VACATION – Pastor Ellis will be on vacation from the afternoon of April 3 through April 16.  If emergency pastoral care is needed, please contact the Elders. 

GUEST PASTORS – Rev. Charles Kramer will be the guest preacher on April 10 and Rev. Scott Sailer will be the guest preacher on April 17.

NO COMMUNION – There will be no Communion on Sunday, April 10.

THE KING AND HIS QUEEN -  A special two-part Bible study will be presented by District President, Rev. Scott Sailer, on Sunday, April 17, and Sunday, May 22, during the Sunday School and Bible Study hour.  It is about the special relationship our Lord (King Jesus!) has with us, the Church (His Queen!).   Oh, how He loves us and wants us to respond to His saving love by worshiping Him and serving others.   The discussion will include where the Pastor fits into the King’s plan for serving the Queen.  This study will help prepare our congregation for our relationship and service with a new pastor someday!

LAWN MOWING  The trustees are taking bids for mowing the lawn at the chuch and parsonage this summer.  If you would like to put in a bid to mow the lawn this summer please contact Jesse Thomas at 925-7713 home or 605-359-8741 cell number. Thank you.

THANKS - to everyone who has volunteered to work one or more days at Schmeckfest, April 15, 16, 22 and 23!  Forty jobs need to be filled yet, mostly in the areas of table serving, table clearing and washing dishes.  If you are willing to work or know someone who would be interested in helping, please contact Debra Schmeichel, 648-3430.

03-27-2016 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 STREE LIVING April 3, Rev. David Knefelkamp of Zion Lutheran Church in White, and First English Lutheran Church in Aurora SD, brings us today’s message titled “Breathe Forgiveness”, based on John 20:19-31.. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

THERE WILL BE no Sunday School today.

LADIES AID will meet on April 7th at 7:00 pm with Mildred Siekmann as Hostess.  Bible Study “The Story of Angels will be led by Pastor Weeman followed by the business meeting.  Mildred Siekmann is on Altar Guild for April and Visiting Helper is Phyllis Knittel

LAWN MOWING  The trustees are taking bids for mowing the lawn at the chuch and parsonage this summer.  If you would like to put in a bid to mow the lawn this summer please contact Jesse Thomas at 925-7713 home or 605-359-8741 cell number. Thank you.

THANK YOU to the St. Paul Lutheran Choir for braving the snow on Wednesday to share their voices with residents at Freeman Regional and the Salem Home. 

03-20-2016 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.

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 STREE LIVING Rev. Scott Sailer, President of the South Dakota District, LCMS brings the Easter message titled “but…”, based on Luke 24: 1-12. The Main Street Living choir will lead the hymn singing of: Jesus Christ is Risen Today; I Know That My Redeemer Lives; and Alleluia, Alleluia! Hearts to Heaven. The progran is closed captioned and interpreted for the hearing impaired.

THERE WILL BE no Sunday School on Easter Sunday

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE  Please Join the Youth Group for an Easter Sunrise service at 7:00am, you will hear from Simon Peter, Mary Magdalene, Pontius Pilate and a Centurion about the death and resurrection of Jesus.   Also join us for breakfast and fellowship in the fellowship hall from 8:00am to 9:15am.  

LADIES AID will meet on April 7th at 7:00 pm with Mildred Siekmann as Hostess.  Bible Study “The Story of Angels will be led by Pastor Weeman followed by the business meeting.  Mildred Siekmann is on Altar Guild for April and Visiting Helper is Phyllis Knittel

LAWN MOWING  The trustees are taking bids for mowing the lawn at the chuch and parsonage this summer.  If you would like to put in a bid to mow the lawn this summer please contact Jesse Thomas at 925-7713 home or 605-359-8741 cell number. Thank you.

ANNUAL REPORTS – the 2015 annual reports were handed out.  Extra copies can be found on the rack in the Narthex.  If more copies are needed please let Denise Peterson know.  Also we are asking that you check over all of the names, addresses and phone numbers listed.  If yours are not correct please let Denise Peterson or Aleta Starner know so that changes can be made.  Please do the same with the birthdays and anniversaries on the back of the monthly calendars.