08-14-2016 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 – August 21^st  - Rev. Paul Pater of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Howard, SD bring today’s message “Heaven and Hell Are For Real” based on Isaiah 66:18-23.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

NEEDED:  Seeking someone who would be willing to pick an individual who is not able to drive and who desires to attend church.  If you are willing to help, see Pastor Ellis.  Thank you.

GARDENING HELPERS needed for an hour or two on August 26th- the youth group has been helping with the community gardens this summer and their last scheduled week is the week school starts. Since the youth will be in class we are hopeful that a few congregation members could help pick produce on Friday morning August 26th to take to the food pantry for distribution.  Anyone interested or willing please contact Kristi Dannenbring for more information.

08-07-2016 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 – August 14^th - Luke 12; 49-53 is the scriptural base for today’s message “Divisive Victory”. The Rev. Garen Pay of Peace Lutheran Church in Alcester, SD brings the Good News. The Main Street Living Choir will lead the singing of: Blessed Jesus at thy Word; A Mighty Fortress is Our God; and What a Friend We Have in Jesus. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

TODAY:  The youth will be sharing some of their experiences from the national youth gathering during coffee hour.  Please consider staying.  A potluck in appreciation for all the congregational support is being planned for this fall.  Watch for more details.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR The Jackson Lee Vetch Memorial Fundraiser, Movie on Main Street: August 7^th.  We will be showing the movie Spare Parts.  The Festivities will begin at 7:00 pm with food & refreshments available.  Don’t forget your lawn chairs, the movie will start at dusk. The Jackson Lee Vetch fund helps kids in South Dakota attend Christian based summer camps.  We hope to see you there!

A CONGREGATIONAL VOTER’S MEETING will be held on Tuesday, August 9^th at 7:30 p.m. at St Paul Lutheran Church.  It is at this time a list of candidates will be given and reviewed in order to extend a call for a pastor.

NEEDED:  Seeking someone who would be willing to pick an individual who is not able to drive and who desires to attend church.  If you are willing to help, see Pastor Ellis.  Thank you.

07-31-2016 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 – August 7^th - Rev. Jesse Davis of First English Lutheran in Centerville, and Zion Lutheran in Hurley, SD brings us today’s Good News based on Luke 12:22-34. He asks the question “Anxiety, what is it good for?”  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

 

LADIES AID will meet on August 4th at 7:00 p.m. for Bible  Study-The Story of Angels with Pastor Weeman.  On Altar Guild for August is Millie Gunderson and Sharon Buechler and Visiting Helper is Alice Fliginger.

NEEDED:  Seeking someone who would be willing to pick an individual who is not able to drive and who desires to attend church.  If you are willing to help, see Pastor Ellis.  Thank you.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our summer voters meeting will be held today in the fellowship hall right after the worship service, please plan to attend.

A CONGREGATIONAL VOTER’S MEETING will be held on Tuesday, August 9^th at 7:30 p.m. at St Paul Lutheran Church.  It is at this time a list of candidates will be given and reviewed in order to extend a call for a pastor.

07-24-2016 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 – July 31, 2016, This weeks message is presented by Rev. Matthew Nix of Christ Lutheran and Trinity Lutheran Church for the Deaf in Sioux Falls, SD. The topic “ Eat, Drink, and Enjoy ” is based Luke chapter 12. The Main Street Living Choir will lead in the singing of: May We Your Precepts, Lord Fulfill; A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing; and Within the Fathers House. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

LADIES AID will meet on August 4th at 7:00 p.m. for Bible  Study-The Story of Angels with Pastor Weeman.  On Altar Guild for August is Millie Gunderson and Sharon Buechler and Visiting Helper is Alice Fliginger.

NEEDED:  Seeking someone who would be willing to pick an individual who is not able to drive and who desires to attend church.  If you are willing to help, see Pastor Ellis.  Thank you.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our summer voters’ meeting will be held on July 31, 2016 in the fellowship hall right after the worship service.

Announcements 07-17-2016

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 – Sunday, July 24,  Rev. Steve Wiespfennig of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Yankton, SD presents today’s message “Walk in Christ” based on Colossians 2:6-15.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

NEEDED:  Seeking someone who would be willing to pick an individual who is not able to drive and who desires to attend church.  If you are willing to help, see Pastor Ellis.  Thank you.

SIGN UP FOR VBS  Our FARM-TASTIC 2016 VBS will take place on July 18-22, beginning at 6:00 pm.  There will be stories, snacks, crafts, games and fun for Preschoolers-6^th graders.  Registration forms are on the bulletin board.  Sign up today and invite a friend!  See Kelli, Joni, or Lisa for more information

VBS NEEDS YOUR HELP  Helpers are still needed to make VBS a success!  Please see Kelli, Joni, or Lisa to help bring God’s word to the children of our church and community

07-10-2016 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.

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 – Sunday, July 17,  Rev Nabil Nour of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hartford, SD brings us todays message “Oh My….” based on Luke 10:40-42. The Main Street Living Choir will lead the singing of; Come Thou Almighty King; Take My Life and Let it Be; and Savior, Again to Thy Dear Name We Raise. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

NEEDED:  Seeking someone who would be willing to pick an individual who is not able to drive and who desires to attend church.  If you are willing to help, see Pastor Ellis.  Thank you.

SIGN UP FOR VBS  Our FARM-TASTIC 2016 VBS will take place on July 18-22, beginning at 6:00 pm.  There will be stories, snacks, crafts, games and fun for Preschoolers-6^th graders.  Registration forms are on the bulletin board.  Sign up today and invite a friend!  See Kelli, Joni, or Lisa for more information

VBS NEEDS YOUR HELP  Helpers are still needed to make VBS a success!  Please see Kelli, Joni, or Lisa to help bring God’s word to the children of our church and community

07-03-2016 Announcments

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 – For July 10, schedule is unavailable.

LADIES AID  will meet on July 7th at 7:00 pm for The Study of Angels Bible study with Pastor Weeman.  On Altar Guild for July is Wyona Hofer and Visiting Helper is Mildred Siekmann.

SOUTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA LUTHERANS FOR LIFE Quarterly Meeting at 7:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran, Menno, on Friday, July 8th.  Everyone is is invited and welcome.  If we fail to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves, who will?    

Pastor David W. Ellis, President,  SESDLFL

SIGN UP FOR VBS  Our FARM-TASTIC 2016 VBS will take place on July 18-22, beginning at 6:00 pm.  There will be stories, snacks, crafts, games and fun for Preschoolers-6^th graders.  Registration forms are on the bulletin board.  Sign up today and invite a friend!  See Kelli, Joni, or Lisa for more information

VBS NEEDS YOUR HELP  Helpers are still needed to make VBS a success!  Please see Kelli, Joni, or Lisa to help bring God’s word to the children of our church and community

06-26-2016 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 – For July 3, 2016,  Rev. James Wilshusen of Emmanuel Lutheran In Sisseton SD and Zion Lutheran Church in Waubay brings today’s presentation “Comfort, Just Like Mom’s”, based on Isaiah 66: 10-14. The Main Street Living Choir will lead the singing of : Come unto Me, Ye Weary; Love Divine, All Love Excelling: and Go, My Children, With My Blessing. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

There will be a “SPECIAL VOTERS MEETING” scheduled for Wednesday evening June 29^th   at 7:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to determine the direction of the Call Committee in starting the search process for our next Pastor.  Please plan to attend.

LADIES AID  will meet on July 7th at 7:00 pm for The Study of Angels Bible study with Pastor Weeman.  On Altar Guild for July is Wyona Hofer and Visiting Helper is Mildred Siekmann.

VBS NEEDS YOU!  Please prayerfully consider sharing your God-given talents by helping out with VBS!  The program takes place July 18^th through the 22^nd in the evening.  Please see the bulletin board for more information, or talk to Lisa Andersen, Kelli Broders, or Joni Knittel for more information.

 

06-19-2016 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 26, 2016 Rev. Daniel Domke, Senior Pastor of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Huron, SD presents today’s topic “Elijah” base on 1 Kings 19:9b.. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

 

There will be a “SPECIAL VOTERS MEETING” scheduled for Wednesday evening June 29^th   at 7:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to determine the direction of the Call Committee in starting the search process for our next Pastor.  Please plan to attend.

VBS NEEDS YOU!  Please prayerfully consider sharing your God-given talents by helping out with VBS!  The program takes place July 18^th through the 22^nd in the evening.  Please see the bulletin board for more information, or talk to Lisa Andersen, Kelli Broders, or Joni Knittel for more information.

06-12-2016 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 -  Rev. Craig Grams of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Groton, SD presents today’s message “A Father’s Love” based on Galatians 3: 23-29.The hymns: Oh, For A Thousand Tongues to Sing; Just as I am Without One plea; and Lord, Dismiss us With Your Blessing will be led by the Main Street Living Choir. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTER this morning are given in honor of Pauline Walz's 105th birthday. Please join us for cake and ice cream in the fellowship hall after church today.

06-05-2016 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 -  Rev. Timothy Koch of Concordia Lutheran in Cresbard and Immanuel Lutheran in Wecota SD brings today’s message, “The Perfect Imperfect Example” based on selected passages from 2^nd Samuel. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

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.

LWML will meet Thursday, June 9th. at 7:00p.m. at the church. Gerry will provide lunch.