11-10-2019 Announcements

MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 and Worship Service at 10:30. See bulletin board for monthly schedule

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.

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.

TESTING THE NEW CALL NOTIFICATION SERVICE this Sunday November 10th.  This call service is if there is need to cancel services for the weather, calls to include someone in prayer, devotions, etc.  Please let the office know if you DID NOT get a call Sunday (or if you want to use a different number, or be removed from the list) by either leaving a message at 605-925-7219 or stpaulfreeman@gmail.com

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: This Veterans Day (tomorrow), help our Lutheran servicemen and women stay spiritually strong by enrolling them in the Ministry-by-Mail program (see insert).

11-10-2019 Announcements

MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 and Worship Service at 10:30. See bulletin board for monthly schedule

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.

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.

TESTING THE NEW CALL NOTIFICATION SERVICE this Sunday November 10th.  This call service is if there is need to cancel services for the weather, calls to include someone in prayer, devotions, etc.  Please let the office know if you DID NOT get a call Sunday (or if you want to use a different number, or be removed from the list) by either leaving a message at 605-925-7219 or stpaulfreeman@gmail.com

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: This Veterans Day (tomorrow), help our Lutheran servicemen and women stay spiritually strong by enrolling them in the Ministry-by-Mail program (see insert).

11-03-2019 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 the repentant sinner that our sins are forgiven and He strengthens our faith.  To our guests who desire to receive Holy Communion at our family meal, we ask that you please refrain from receiving the Sacrament until you have spoken to the Pastor, but are always 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 dear at St. Paul Lutheran and our sister pulpit/altar fellowship congregations. If you have any questions regarding communion, please pick up a booklet titled: A Simple Explanation of Holy Communion by the guestbook, or call the pastor to arrange a time to meet.

MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 and Worship Service at 10:30. See bulletin board for monthly schedule

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.

OUR ANNUAL BAZAAR will be held Thursday, Nov. 7th 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. 7th for a day of good food and fellowship.

BAZAAR SETUP in the fellowship hall & kitchen will be on Sunday, Nov. 3rd starting around 1:00 p.m. please come & help if you are able.  Thanks.

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: OPERATION BARNABUS supports care for military chaplains, members, families, and congregations.  See bulletin board for more information.

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.

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.

09-29-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Lee, 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 6^th 10:30 AM-Worship Service- NA The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  More information can be found on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com

MEN!  You are invited to come at 6:00am to the church for the Apologetics study every Wednesday.  If another time works better for you, please let me know and we will see what we can do.- Pastor

THE MENTOR/MENTEE there will be a short planning meeting after church next Sunday, October 6^th.

THE CHOIR will practice on Sundays at 10:30 starting October 6th.  Everyone is welcome!

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on October 3rd at 2:00 p.m. for Bible Study.  On Altar flowers for October are Bob and Karen Pidde. Visiting Helpers are Garnet Stern and Sharon Pfeiffer.

MISSING FROM KITCHEN!  Two black silicone heat resistant mats approx. 15”x 23”. We had 5 mats to put under the roasters at the Bazaar (to protect our new countertops) and we can only locate 3 mats. For storage 1 mat was put into each roaster. If you have any idea where the 2 missing mats are please tell the Bazaar committee. Thank you.

NOTE that the South Dakota District office address for the Lutheran Church has changed and no longer uses the Post Office box. The address is 3501 Gateway Boulevard, Sioux Falls, SD 57106.

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.

FLOOD HELP:  Orphan Grain Train (an RSO of the LCMS) is providing $100,000 in flood disaster assistance to residents of Lake County.  The money is earmarked for furnace replacement and drywall.  Rev. Welton and Rev. Clint Thorson (Our Savior, Madison) will be identifying members of their congregations who may need such assistance.  If you know Lake County residents who could use this kind of assistance, LCMS people or not, please let Rev. Welton know (cell phone – 307/221-1256).

Congregation or individuals who wish to contribute to Orphan Grain Train for disaster relief in South Dakota, visit their website (www.ogt.org) to make an on-line donation, indicating that the gift is for disaster response in South Dakota.   Or, you may send donations to Orphan Grain Train, P.O. Box 1466, Norfolk, NE 68701.  Such gifts will be above-and-beyond the monies noted above.
SAVE THE DATE FOR MUCKING: The South Dakota Lutheran Emergency Disaster Response will be helping to muck out, remove drywall, and do general cleanup on October 12th in the Madison and surrounding area.  Rubber boots, gloves, work clothes, and masks (against the mold) are required.  They will gather for assignments at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Madison and go from there. 
FLOOD RELIEF BUCKETS. If you would like to organize and make some flood relief buckets "muck kits" to bring with you (or to share with others who have been flooded), see the bulletin board for an idea of what to assemble and let me know!
Pastor Terry Makelin

09-22-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Lee 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 –Sep 8: 0:30 AM-Worship Service-The presenter is Rev. Gregory Hinners of St. John Lutheran in Midland, SD and St. Peter Lutheran Church in Norris, SD.  The message is titled ”War in Heaven-Victory on Earth” and is based on Rev. 12: 7-12.  .  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  More information can be found on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com

 HELP WANTED for Preconfirmation Midweek Bible class at 3:45pm to 5:15 on Wednesdays. No previous experience required (grin), just miscellaneous help. Please contact me if you would be available and have the desire. If more than one volunteer, you'll trade off. Pastor

MEN!  You are invited to come at 6:00am to the church for the Apologetics study every Wednesday.  If another time works better for you, please let me know and we will see what we can do.- Pastor

THE MENTOR/MENTEE planning meeting will be held on tonight at 7:00 p.m. Katelyn and Karen will host. If you are in grades 7-12 and would like to join the group, please call Karen at 925-7062

WOULD YOU LIKE to help our home-bound neighbor?  Ask about the possibility of becoming a Volunteer Driver, contact Pastor, or send an email to stpaulfreeman@gmail.com

THE CHOIR will practice on Sundays at 10:30 starting October 6th.  Everyone is welcome!

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on October 3rd at 2:00 p.m. for Bible Study.  On Altar flowers for October are Bob and Karen Pidde. Visiting Helpers are Garnet Stern and Sharon Pfeiffer.

MISSING FROM KITCHEN!  Two black silicone heat resistant mats approx. 15”x 23”. We had 5 mats to put under the roasters at the Bazaar (to protect our new countertops) and we can only locate 3 mats. For storage 1 mat was put into each roaster. If you have any idea where the 2 missing mats are please tell the Bazaar committee. Thank you.

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.

NOTE, THE BULLETIN INSERTS HAVE CHANGED from the "Kids in the Divine Service" back to the "Family Devotions" for the school year.  These are intended as a beginning devotional (if you are not used to doing family devotions), or a supplement to daily family devotions. For parents, these are meant to assist in your responsibility to teach your child the faith they have been baptized into. Having your child repeat the Catechism and "What does this mean" aloud, reading Scripture(s) and praying with your child is the second part of Christ's command on making a disciple...the teaching part. (...make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and teaching them all that I have commanded you) Matthew 28:19b. - Pastor

THIS MONTH'S MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH IS LUTHERANS FOR LIFE. Today, Pastor David Ellis will speak for Lutherans For Life – Bike for Life during the fellowship hour (please be seated and they will bring refreshments to you). South Eastern South Dakota Lutherans For Life (SESDLFL), C/O Joy Ellis, P. O. 265, Menno, SD 57045

09-15-19 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 Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lee, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille, Marlene)

MAIN STREET LIVING –Sep 8: 10:30 AM-Worship Service - Rev. Ray Greenseth is Pastor in Presho, Draper, and Murdo, SD brings the message “The Unrighteous Steward”.  The message is based on Luke 16: 1-15.    More information can be found on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com

MEN!  You are invited to come at 6:00am to the church for the Apologetics study every Wednesday.  If another time works better for you, please let me know and we will see what we can do.- Pastor

THE MENTOR/MENTEE planning meeting will be held on September 22 at 7:00 p.m. Katelyn and Karen will host. If you are in grades 7-12 and would like to join the group, please call Karen at 925-7062

WOULD YOU LIKE to help our home-bound neighbor?  Ask about the possibility of becoming a Volunteer Driver, contact Pastor, or send an email to stpaulfreeman@gmail.com

MISSING FROM KITCHEN!  Two black silicone heat resistant mats approx. 15”x 23”. We had 5 mats to put under the roasters at the Bazaar (to protect our new countertops) and we can only locate 3 mats. For storage 1 mat was put into each roaster. If you have any idea where the 2 missing mats are please tell the Bazaar committee. Thank you.

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.

NOTE, THE BULLETIN INSERTS HAVE CHANGED from the "Kids in the Divine Service" back to the "Family Devotions" for the school year.  These are intended as a beginning devotional (if you are not used to doing family devotions), or a supplement to daily family devotions. For parents, these are meant to assist in your responsibility to teach your child the faith they have been baptized into. Having your child repeat the Catechism and "What does this mean" aloud, reading Scripture(s) and praying with your child is the second part of Christ's command on making a disciple...the teaching part. (...make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and teaching them all that I have commanded you) Matthew 28:19b. - Pastor

THIS MONTH'S MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH IS LUTHERANS FOR LIFE, sponsors of the 22^nd Annual Bike for Life “Saving babies one mile at a time”. (see bulletin board).  Participants ride bicycles to raise money for Alpha Center’s Ultrasound Ministry.  This year's Bike for Life is next Saturday, September 14th, starting at a new starting location at 8:00am (7am breakfast) from Faith Lutheran Church, 201 W. Cherry St. Parkston (instead of Armour) and ending at the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls, with a stop at St. Paul Freeman around 11:30 for a light lunch and refreshments and again at Parker for snacks.  If you would like to help with serving the refreshments at St. Paul Freeman, contact Karissa Podzimek at 605-310-7526.  If you would like to participate as a fundraiser/bicyclist, contact Julie Hinckley at 605-770-9772, and if you would like to support SESD Lutherans For Life you may mail checks to P. O. 265, Menno, SD 57045

09-08-2019 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 Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lee, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille, Marlene)

MAIN STREET LIVING –Sep 8: 10:30 AM-Worship Service - The message is presented by Rev. Benjamin Theiss from Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Onida, SD.  The message “Repentance” is based on Luke 15:
1-10.   More information can be found on the website: www.mainstreetliving.com

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.

MEN!  You are invited to come at 6:00am to the church for the Apologetics study every Wednesday.  If another time that works for you, please let me know and we will see what we can do.- Pastor

WOULD YOU LIKE to help our home-bound neighbor?  Ask about the possibility of becoming a Volunteer Driver, contact Pastor, or send an email to stpaulfreeman@gmail.com

NOTE, THE BULLETIN INSERTS HAVE CHANGED from the "Kids in the Divine Service" back to the "Family Devotions" for the school year.  These are intended as a beginning devotional (if you are not used to doing family devotions), or a supplement to daily family devotions. For parents, these are meant to assist in your responsibility to teach your child the faith they have been baptized into. Having your child repeat the Catechism and "What does this mean" aloud, reading Scripture(s) and praying with your child is the second part of Christ's command on making a disciple...the teaching part. (...make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and teaching them all that I have commanded you) Matthew 28:19b. - Pastor

AFTER SERVICE APOLOGETICS STUDY begins today in the Youth room upstairs (for now).  If you have not signed up, come anyways, we can share workbooks until we get you one. What is Apologetics you may ask?  Apologetics comes from the word apology, not "I'm sorry" but “to defend” (such as Apology of the Augsburg Confession).  Apologetics is how to defend the Faith in a Christian (Lutheran) manner and perspective (worldview) when asked or challenged by another perspective.

THE MENTOR/MENTEE planning meeting will be held on September 22 at 7:00 p.m. Katelyn and Kare will host. If you are in grades 7-12 and would like to join the group, please call Karen at 925-7062

THIS MONTH'S MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH IS LUTHERANS FOR LIFE, sponsors of the 22^nd Annual Bike for Life “Saving babies one mile at a time”. (see bulletin board).  Participants ride bicycles to raise money for Alpha Center’s Ultrasound Ministry.  This year's Bike for Life is next Saturday, September 14th, starting at a new starting location at 8:00am (7am breakfast) from Faith Lutheran Church, 201 W. Cherry St. Parkston (instead of Armour) and ending at the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls, with a stop at St. Paul Freeman around 11:30 for a light lunch and refreshments and again at Parker for snacks.  If you would like to help with serving the refreshments at St. Paul Freeman, contact Karissa Podzimek at 605-310-7526.  If you would like to participate as a fundraiser/bicyclist, contact Julie Hinckley at 605-770-9772, and if you would like to support SESD Lutherans For Life you may mail checks to P. O. 265, Menno, SD 57045