10-18-2020 Order of Service and Announcements

 Order of Service

Opening Hymn                                                                                 Page 609

Divine Service 3 (page 184)   Psalm 84

Sermon hymn                                                                                   Page 708

Sermon                                                                                     Matthew 9:1-8

“Jesus’ incarnation secures for us; Life, forgiveness and healing!”

Communion hymns                                                                   Page 722, 556

Closing hymn                                                                            Page 895

At ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Freeman, a member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS), we take the Lord's Supper very seriously, and practice closed communion.  If you are not a member in good standing of an LCMS congregation, or are unsure of what a closed communion practice is, or disagree with this practice, we understand, and welcome you to come forward to the chancel rail and hold your hands crossed against themselves to receive a Word from the Lord in blessing. Yet please, do not leave offended, but contact the pastor to arrange a time to discuss it with you in person to see what the issues are that we are so careful about and how you may join the family meal.

IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members in area facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Marlene, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, & Eldora. Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna. and those Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, and those Additional Requested Prayers:  Kahlen, John (JJ)*, Dwayne* and church workers, spouses, and church members.

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

VOTER’S MEETING:  October 25^th after services.  Please plan to attend.

CHANGE TO SERVICE NOTICE. Services will change on November 1st to have a Benediction after the Prayers and the livestream will be shut off at that time. Service of the Sacrament will begin after a short pause to prepare the table. No change to hymn order as previously posted.

UPCOMING CIRCUIT CONVOCATION/FORUM:  Sunday, November 1^st, 2:00 p.m. at Trinity, Harford.  See Insert.

STUDY THE BOOK OF ROMANS TOGETHER at the Sunday morning Bible study at 8:30am and the Men's group at 6:00am on Wednesdays. Ladies Aid/LWML are finishing up Revelation and the Women's group are finishing up the book of Genesis and watch soon for an after-services study group for the youth (topic/book to be determined)

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE: Volunteers do not necessarily have the time they just have the heart.” Elizabeth Andrew. This quote emphasizes the importance of volunteering to serve, especially your fellow congregation in its mission to provide Word and Sacrament within the family of God in this place known as St. Paul Lutheran Church, Freeman SD. There are a couple of opportunities to serve the needs of your brothers and sisters in Christ coming up at this month's Voter's meeting.

Finance Committee. These volunteers are elected to serve as Officers of St. Paul Lutheran Church in a three-year term to account for the donations given to St. Paul.

Circuit Forum Lay Delegate:  These volunteers are elected to serve for the Freeman area Circuit Forum as the St Paul Lutheran Church

Delegate at the tri-annual Circuit Forum/Convocation meeting, held this year, November 1st at Immanuel, Hartford.

District/National Lay Delegate (and Alternate).  Besides Pastoral Delegates, Lay Delegate volunteers are elected to serve as the St. Paul Lutheran Church Delegates at the tri-annual District Convention, scheduled for April 11-3th 2021 in Sioux Falls, and the National Convention in 2022 (time and location TBA). Alternate Delegates are also elected in case the Lay Delegate cannot serve in this function.

And many more. There are many more ways to serve your neighbor at St. Paul Lutheran Church (and the surrounding community) but these opportunities are coming up this month. Please speak to an Elder (Steven Knodel, Dean Dreessen, Brian Knittle), the Chairman (Keith Knodel) or Pastor Makelin to volunteer to serve in any of these capacities. If you are waiting to be asked, consider it done. Please serve your neighbor. Pastor Makelin

“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” (Ephesians 2:10)

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS Sunday November 1st. Fall back an hour

10-04-2020 Announcements and Order of Service

 Order of Service

Opening Hymn                                                                                 Page 578

Divine Service 3 (page 184)   Psalm 2

Sermon hymn                                                                                   Page 557

Sermon                                                                                       Luke 14:1-11

“Whoever Humbles Himself Will Be Exalted”!

Communion hymns                                                           Page 618, 544, 811

Closing hymn                                                                                    Page 662

At ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Freeman, a member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS), we take the Lord's Supper very seriously, and practice closed communion.  If you are not a member in good standing of an LCMS congregation, or are unsure of what a closed communion practice is, or disagree with this practice, we understand, and welcome you to come forward to the chancel rail and hold your hands crossed against themselves to receive a Word from the Lord in blessing. Yet please, do not leave offended, but contact the pastor to arrange a time to discuss it with you in person to see what the issues are that we are so careful about and how you may join the family meal.

How long will we continue to do every Sunday communion together? In this time of crisis, we have been offering communion every Sunday (with extra sanitary and social distancing measures), so that those within our closed communion family who trust His words, repent of all sin, and have set aside any refusal to forgive and love as he forgives and loves us, may show forth his death until he comes. Sadly, due to individual circumstances of this crisis, there are congregation members who have not been able to partake of this blessed gift of His presence for quite some time, and so, we want it available for when they finally get a chance to return to the rail. How long will we continue? Only the Lord knows how long we remain in this current crisis and if, after it has passed, we would want to discontinue this every Sunday practice. I would ask anyone who does not desire to partake every Sunday to abstain from it guilt-free (it is not commanded) and for your continued patience - for the benefit of your brothers and sisters in Christ. - Pastor

For further study, see Matthew 5:23ff; 10:32ff; 18:15-35; 26:26-29; 1 Cor. 11:17-34

IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members in area facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Marlene, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, & Eldora. Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna. and those Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, and those Recently Hospitalized: Bonnie

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

STUDY THE BOOK OF ROMANS TOGETHER at the Sunday morning Bible study at 8:30am and the Men's group at 6:00am on Wednesdays. Ladies Aid/LWML are finishing up Revelation and the Women's group are finishing up the book of Genesis and watch soon for an after-services study group for the youth (topic/book to be determined)

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE: Volunteers do not necessarily have the time they just have the heart.” Elizabeth Andrew. This quote emphasizes the importance of volunteering to serve, especially your fellow congregation in its mission to provide Word and Sacrament within the family of God in this place known as St. Paul Lutheran Church, Freeman SD. There are a couple of opportunities to serve the needs of your brothers and sisters in Christ coming up at this month's Voter's meeting.

Finance Committee. These volunteers are elected to serve as Officers of St. Paul Lutheran Church in a one-year term to account for the donations given to St. Paul (three terms max).

Circuit Forum Lay Delegate:  These volunteers are elected to serve for the Freeman area Circuit Forum as the St. Paul Lutheran Church Delegate at the tri-annual Circuit Forum/Convocation meeting, held this year, November 1st at Freeman.

District/National Lay Delegate (and Alternate).  Besides Pastoral Delegates, Lay Delegate volunteers are elected to serve as the St. Paul Lutheran Church Delegates at the tri-annual District Convention, scheduled for April 11-3th 2021 in Sioux Falls, and the National Convention in 2022 (time and location TBA). Alternate Delegates are also elected in case the Lay Delegate cannot serve in this function.

And many more. There are many more ways to serve your neighbor at St. Paul Lutheran Church (and the surrounding community) but these opportunities are coming up this month. Please speak to an Elder (Steven Knodel, Dean Dreessen, Brian Knittle), the Chairman (Keith Knodel) or Pastor Makelin to volunteer to serve in any of these capacities. If you are waiting to be asked, consider it done. Please serve your neighbor. Pastor Makelin

“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” (Ephesians 2:10)

Christ’s Care for Children: Kenya is the Mission/Ministry of the month. It is a child sponsorship program that matches individuals, families or groups in the United States with children who are living in one of the Project 24 boarding facilities in Kenya. These facilities are managed by The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and our partner church, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kenya. The children live at one of the Project 24 facilities during the academic year while attending school. 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. For more information, go to https://www.lcms.org/make-a-gift/christs-care-for-children-kenya

09-27-2020 Order of Service and Announcements

September 27, 2020 (16th Sunday after Trinity) 

Opening Hymn Page 713 

Divine Service 3 (page 184) Psalm 30 

Sermon hymn Page 758 – tune 770 

Sermon “Jesus Calls Forth Life From Death!” Luke 7:11-17 

Offertory Communion hymns Page 461, 458, 504 

Closing hymn Page 756 

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 

9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion 

After Service: Sunday School 

5:00 p.m.: Youth Group Meeting ( Arboretum) 

Wednesday: 6:00 a.m.: Men’s Bible Study 

Thursday: 12:00 p.m.: Bulletin Announcement due 

2:00 p.m.: Ladies Aid/LWML 

Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 

9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion 

After Service: Sunday School 

THE HOLY COMMUNION We take the Lord's Supper very seriously, and practice closed communion here at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Freeman - a member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS), To protect those who, through personal examination, doubt that Christ is physically present in this meal, or are unforgiving, openly ungodly and unrepentant, or refuse to be reconciled…we ask that they would refrain from partaking of His body and blood unworthily and instead, move to repentance, either corporately within our midst, or privately with the pastor. For all those Christian brethren in our midst who are from other denominations (and therefore have a different confession of faith of what this gift of the Sacrament of the Altar is and does), and for those who are unable or unsure how to examine themselves or have not received instruction…we also ask that you refrain from partaking of the Sacrament of the Altar to your potential harm and instead, ask that you to meditate upon His Word during the distribution, praying for the day when divisions have ceased. 

How long will we continue to do every Sunday communion together? In this time of crisis we have been offering communion every Sunday (with extra sanitary and social distancing measures), so that those within our closed communion family who trust His words, repent of all sin, and have set aside any refusal to forgive and love as he forgives and loves us, may show forth his death until he comes. Sadly, due to individual circumstances of this crisis, there are congregation members who have not been able to partake of this blessed gift of His presence for quite some time, and so, we want it available for when they finally get a chance to return to the rail. How long will we continue? Only the Lord knows how long we remain in this current crisis and if, after it has passed, we would want to discontinue this every Sunday practice. I would ask anyone who does not desire to partake every Sunday to abstain from it guilt-free (it is not commanded) and for your continued patience - for the benefit of your brothers and sisters in Christ. - Pastor For further study, see Matthew 5:23ff; 10:32ff; 18:15-35; 26:26-29; 1 Cor. 11:17-34 

IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members in area facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Marlene, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, & Eldora. Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna. Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron, and those Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, and those Recently Hospitalized: Lonnie 

YOUTH GROUP MEETING tonight Sept 27th 5pm at The Arboretum. All 8th - 12th graders are encouraged to come 

LADIES Aid and LWML wlll meet on Thursday Oct. 1st at 2:00 p.m. Bob and Karen Pidde are on Altar flowers for October and November. 

STUDY THE BOOK OF ROMANS TOGETHER at the Sunday morning Bible study at 8:30am and the Men's group at 6:00am on Wednesdays. Ladies Aid/LWML are finishing up Revelation and the Women's group are finishing up the book of Genesis and watch soon for an after services study group for the youth (topic/book to be determined). 

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

THE MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER IS SOUTH EASTERN SOUTH DAKOTA LUTHERANS FOR LIFE (SESDLFL), C/O Joy Ellis, P. O. 265, Menno, SD 57045. Lutherans For Life believes that the Church is compelled by God’s Word to speak and act on behalf of those who are vulnerable and defenseless. The crisis of our times is the repudiation of Biblical truth manifested in the wanton destruction of innocent human life through legalized abortion-on-demand and the growing threat to the lives of others through legalized assisted suicide and euthanasia. Therefore, as Lutherans For Life, we will strive to give witness, from a Biblical perspective, to the Church and society on these and other related issues such as chastity, post abortion healing, and family living. See bulletin inserts and consider giving.

09-20-2020 Announcements and Order of Service

September 20, 2020 (15th Sunday after Trinity) Opening Hymn Page 869 Divine Service 3 (page 184) Psalm 146 Sermon hymn Page 760 Sermon “Anxious Bondage vs Confident Trust!” Matthew 6:24-34 Offertory Communion hymns Page 809, 581 Closing hymn Page 726 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion After Service: Sunday School 6:00 p.m.: Registration & fellowship Ainsworth Monday/Tuesday: 8:00 a.m.: Ainsworth Conference Wednesday: 6:00 a.m.: Men’s Bible Study Thursday: 12:00 p.m.: Bulletin Announcement due Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion After Service: Sunday School 5:00 p.m.: Youth Group Meeting Baptized membership: 303 Members and visitors in attendance: 76 Sunday School: 12 THE HOLY COMMUNION We welcome everyone to come forward to the chancel. Guests desiring to commune are asked to speak with the pastor before coming to the rail or are asked to hold their hands crossed against themselves and receive a Word of blessing from the Lord. Our communion liturgy recognizes the eternal community of heaven (angels and archangels and all the company of heaven). We believe that our praise is joined with those who have gone before us in the faith. As Jesus gives us His body and blood today, we look forward to that day when, with all the saints, we will receive pleasures at God’s right hand, forevermore! At that time, it will not be necessary to witness the truth of God’s Word, however, as that time is not yet, such a witness must still be given today. Therefore, out of love for God’s Word and for God’s people, we employ the historic practice of doctrinal examination and closed communion. Thank you for respecting this practice and a blessed and Christ filled day to each of you! IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members in area facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Marlene, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, & Eldora. Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna. Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron, and those Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, and those Recently Hospitalized: Lonnie YOUTH GROUP MEETING Sunday Sept 27th 5pm at The Arboretum. All 8th - 12th graders are encouraged to come BAZAAR NEWS: Due to COVID-19, we are announcing that the November 5th Bazaar will be cancelled for this year. Stay healthy. The Bazaar Committee. MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. See BlogSpot for monthly schedule HOW IS THE HYMNODY? Back in January I explained my rather convoluted process for choosing hymns and mentioned that I now had available someone's "favorite" hymns, which I used to choose hymns from Easter to Reformation Day. While not completely free of unknown and hard to sing hymns, I hoped that I made better selections. Soon, it will be time for me to select Advent/Christmas hymns and so I thought I would ask; How are the hymns? Better? Please let me know - Pastor WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER: Starting this week, half sheet bulletin inserts will be provided with things to Learn by Heart, Lessons for the week for different grade levels and daily Bible Readings. See inside explanation sheet for more information. The goal is to equip and unite the entire congregation of St. Paul Lutheran Church (In the Christian home, SS, Pastors, Schools, VBS, worship, etc) towards catechesis using the same components of Prayer, Readings, Memory, Music, and Art. DISASTER RELIEF FOR IOWA DISTRICT EAST Iowa District East recommends three ways individuals and congregations can act to assist those affected by the recent storms in Iowa: First, you can donate to the Iowa District East (via check, memo: IDE Storm Relief) in support of meeting insurance deductibles for congregations and schools. Second, you can directly support the storm relief effort program at Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca so that volunteers have adequate food, supplies, and equipment. Third, you can donate to LCMS Disaster Response who has arranged volunteers and essential equipment. THE MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER IS SOUTH EASTERN SOUTH DAKOTA LUTHERANS FOR LIFE (SESDLFL), C/O Joy Ellis, P. O. 265, Menno, SD 57045. Lutherans For Life believes that the Church is compelled by God’s Word to speak and act on behalf of those who are vulnerable and defenseless. The crisis of our times is the repudiation of Biblical truth manifested in the wanton destruction of innocent human life through legalized abortion-on-demand and the growing threat to the lives of others through legalized assisted suicide and euthanasia. Therefore, as Lutherans For Life, we will strive to give witness, from a Biblical perspective, to the Church and society on these and other related issues such as chastity, post abortion healing, and family living. See bulletin inserts and consider giving.

09-13-2020 Announcement and Order of Service

Opening Hymn Page 421 Divine Service 3 (page 184) Psalm 119:9-16 Sermon hymn Page 849 Sermon “The Cry of Faith; Lord Have Mercy!” Luke 17:11-19 Offertory Communion hymns Page 895, 544, 713 Closing hymn Page 790 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion After Service: Sunday School 11:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Scotland Wednesday: 6:00 a.m.: Men’s Bible Study Thursday: 9:00 a.m.: Circuit Winkel 12:00 p.m.: Bulletin Announcement due Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion After Service: Sunday School 6:00 p.m.: Registration & fellowship Ainsworth THE HOLY COMMUNION We welcome everyone to come forward to the chancel. Guests desiring to commune are asked to speak with the pastor before coming to the rail or are asked to hold their hands crossed against themselves and receive a Word of blessing from the Lord. Our communion liturgy recognizes the eternal community of heaven (angels and archangels and all the company of heaven). We believe that our praise is joined with those who have gone before us in the faith. As Jesus gives us His body and blood today, we look forward to that day when, with all the saints, we will receive pleasures at God’s right hand, forevermore! At that time, it will not be necessary to witness the truth of God’s Word, however, as that time is not yet, such a witness must still be given today. Therefore, out of love for God’s Word and for God’s people, we employ the historic practice of doctrinal examination and closed communion. Thank you for respecting this practice and a blessed and Christ filled day to each of you! IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members in area facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Marlene, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, & Eldora. Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna. Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron, and those Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, and those Recently Hospitalized: Lonnie HOW IS THE HYMNODY? Back in January I explained my rather convoluted process for choosing hymns and mentioned that I now had available someone's "favorite" hymns, which I used to choose hymns from Easter to Reformation Day. While not completely free of unknown and hard to sing hymns, I hoped that I made better selections. Soon, it will be time for me to select Advent/Christmas hymns and so I thought I would ask; How are the hymns? Better? Please let me know - Pastor DISASTER RELIEF FOR IOWA DISTRICT EAST Iowa District East recommends three ways individuals and congregations can act to assist those affected by the recent storms in Iowa: First, you can donate to the Iowa District East (via check, memo: IDE Storm Relief) in support of meeting insurance deductibles for congregations and schools. Second, you can directly support the storm relief effort program at Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca so that volunteers have adequate food, supplies, and equipment. Third, you can donate to LCMS Disaster Response who has arranged volunteers and essential equipment. SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS SUNDAY today after Worship Service. THE MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER IS SOUTH EASTERN SOUTH DAKOTA LUTHERANS FOR LIFE (SESDLFL), C/O Joy Ellis, P. O. 265, Menno, SD 57045. Lutherans For Life believes that the Church is compelled by God’s Word to speak and act on behalf of those who are vulnerable and defenseless. The crisis of our times is the repudiation of Biblical truth manifested in the wanton destruction of innocent human life through legalized abortion-on-demand and the growing threat to the lives of others through legalized assisted suicide and euthanasia. Therefore, as Lutherans For Life, we will strive to give witness, from a Biblical perspective, to the Church and society on these and other related issues such as chastity, post abortion healing, and family living. See bulletin inserts and consider giving. MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. See BlogSpot for monthly schedule BAZAAR NEWS: Due to COVID-19, we are announcing that the November 5th Bazaar will be cancelled for this year. Stay healthy. The Bazaar Committee. WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER: Starting this week, half sheet bulletin inserts will be provided with things to Learn by Heart, Lessons for the week for different grade levels and daily Bible Readings. See inside explanation sheet for more information. The goal is to equip and unite the entire congregation of St. Paul Lutheran Church (In the Christian home, SS, Pastors, Schools, VBS, worship, etc) towards catechesis using the same components of Prayer, Readings, Memory, Music, and Art.

09-06-2020 Announcements and Order of Service

September 06, 2020 (13th Sunday after Trinity) Opening Hymn Page 649 Divine Service 3 (page 184) Psalm 146 Sermon hymn Page 683 Sermon “Jesus is Our Good Samaritan!” Luke 10:23-37 Offertory Communion hymns Page 716, 572, 726 Closing hymn Page 708 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Live Steam YouTube 11:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Menno Wednesday: 6:00 a.m.: Men’s Bible Study 9:00 a.m.: Women’s Bible Study Thursday: 12:00 p.m.: Bulletin Announcement due Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion After Service: Sunday School 11:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Scotland THE HOLY COMMUNION We welcome everyone to come forward to the chancel. Guests desiring to commune are asked to speak with the pastor before coming to the rail or are asked to hold their hands crossed against themselves and receive a Word of blessing from the Lord. Our communion liturgy recognizes the eternal community of heaven (angels and archangels and all the company of heaven). We believe that our praise is joined with those who have gone before us in the faith. As Jesus gives us His body and blood today, we look forward to that day when, with all the saints, we will receive pleasures at God’s right hand, forevermore! At that time, it will not be necessary to witness the truth of God’s Word, however, as that time is not yet, such a witness must still be given today. Therefore, out of love for God’s Word and for God’s people, we employ the historic practice of doctrinal examination and closed communion. Thank you for respecting this practice and a blessed and Christ filled day to each of you! IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members in area facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Marlene, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, & Eldora. Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna. Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron, and those Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, and those Recently Hospitalized: Lonnie SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY (8:30am), will start the book of Romans on Sept. 13th before services. Bring your Bibles and join us! Or, the Men's Wednesday morning (6:00am) Bible study is also reading Romans if you want to man up. BAZAAR NEWS: Due to COVID-19, we are announcing that the November 5th Bazaar will be cancelled for this year. Stay healthy. The Bazaar Committee. HOW IS THE HYMNODY? Back in January I explained my rather convoluted process for choosing hymns and mentioned that I now had available someone's "favorite" hymns, which I used to choose hymns from Easter to Reformation Day. While not completely free of unknown and hard to sing hymns, I hoped that I made better selections. Soon, it will be time for me to select Advent/Christmas hymns and so I thought I would ask; How are the hymns? Better? Please let me know - Pastor DISASTER RELIEF FOR IOWA DISTRICT EAST Iowa District East recommends three ways individuals and congregations can act to assist those affected by the recent storms in Iowa: First, you can donate to the Iowa District East (via check, memo: IDE Storm Relief) in support of meeting insurance deductibles for congregations and schools. Second, you can directly support the storm relief effort program at Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca so that volunteers have adequate food, supplies, and equipment. Third, you can donate to LCMS Disaster Response who has arranged volunteers and essential equipment. SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13: I would like the parents to please call or text me your children’s names, what grade they are in and if you are interested in helping to teach.  …Thank you! Jenny Peters My cell phone number is 605 770-4102. THE MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER IS SOUTH EASTERN SOUTH DAKOTA LUTHERANS FOR LIFE (SESDLFL), C/O Joy Ellis, P. O. 265, Menno, SD 57045. Lutherans For Life believes that the Church is compelled by God’s Word to speak and act on behalf of those who are vulnerable and defenseless. The crisis of our times is the repudiation of Biblical truth manifested in the wanton destruction of innocent human life through legalized abortion-on-demand and the growing threat to the lives of others through legalized assisted suicide and euthanasia. Therefore, as Lutherans For Life, we will strive to give witness, from a Biblical perspective, to the Church and society on these and other related issues such as chastity, post abortion healing, and family living. See bulletin inserts and consider giving. MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. See BlogSpot for monthly schedule

08-30-2020 Announcements and Order of Service

August 30, 2020 (12th Sunday after Trinity) Opening Hymn Page 954 Divine Service 3 (page 184) Psalm 146 Sermon hymn Page 545 Sermon “Faith Comes From Hearing!” Mark 7:31-37 Offertory Communion hymns Page 421, 797, 578 Closing hymn Page 524 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Live Steam YouTube 11:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Scotland Wednesday: 6:00 a.m.: Men’s Bible Study Thursday: 12:00 p.m.: Bulletin Announcement due Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Live stream YouTube 11:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Menno Baptized membership: 304 Members and visitors in attendance: 66 THE HOLY COMMUNION We welcome everyone to come forward to the chancel. Guests desiring to commune are asked to speak with the pastor before coming to the rail or are asked to hold their hands crossed against themselves and receive a Word of blessing from the Lord. Our communion liturgy recognizes the eternal community of heaven (angels and archangels and all the company of heaven). We believe that our praise is joined with those who have gone before us in the faith. As Jesus gives us His body and blood today, we look forward to that day when, with all the saints, we will receive pleasures at God’s right hand, forevermore! At that time, it will not be necessary to witness the truth of God’s Word, however, as that time is not yet, such a witness must still be given today. Therefore, out of love for God’s Word and for God’s people, we employ the historic practice of doctrinal examination and closed communion. Thank you for respecting this practice and a blessed and Christ filled day to each of you! MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. See BlogSpot for monthly schedule IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members and others who are quarantined in their facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Marlene, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, Eldora* & Viella* Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna, Gladys*, Menno-Olivet Care Center, Jacob*, Jackie* Good Samaritan Scotland, Corrine*, Lorraine* Springfield Assisted Living, Mildred*, Firesteel Mitchell, Ruth*, Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron. Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, Myrdes*, Marietta*, Betty*, and those suffering from illness: Lonnie, Brandon*, Jim*. *= not a St. Paul Freeman member. SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13: I would like the parents to please call or text me your childrens names, what grade they are in and if you are interested in helping to teach.  …Thank you! Pastor Terry Makelin My cell phone number is 605 770-4102.

08-23-2020 Announcements and Order of Service

August 23, 2020 (11th Sunday after Trinity) Opening Hymn Page 570 Divine Service 3 (page 184) Psalm 92 Sermon hymn Page 559 Sermon “The Lord Lifts Up the Lowly!” Luke 18:9-14 Offertory Communion hymns Page 684, 555, 490 Closing hymn Page 544 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Live Steam YouTube 11:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Menno Wednesday: 6:00 a.m.: Men’s Bible Study 7:00 p.m. : Confirmation parents’ meeting Thursday: 12:00 p.m.: Bulletin Announcement due Sunday: 8:30 a.m.: Bible Study 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Live stream YouTube 11:30 a.m.: Worship Service/Holy Communion Scotland Baptized membership: 304 Members and visitors in attendance: 51 THE HOLY COMMUNION We welcome everyone to come forward to the chancel. Guests desiring to commune are asked to speak with the pastor before coming to the rail or are asked to hold their hands crossed against themselves and receive a Word of blessing from the Lord. Our communion liturgy recognizes the eternal community of heaven (angels and archangels and all the company of heaven). We believe that our praise is joined with those who have gone before us in the faith. As Jesus gives us His body and blood today, we look forward to that day when, with all the saints, we will receive pleasures at God’s right hand, forevermore! At that time, it will not be necessary to witness the truth of God’s Word, however, as that time is not yet, such a witness must still be given today. Therefore, out of love for God’s Word and for God’s people, we employ the historic practice of doctrinal examination and closed communion. Thank you for respecting this practice and a blessed and Christ filled day to each of you! MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. See BlogSpot for monthly schedule IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members and others who are quarantined in their facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Marlene, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, Eldora* & Viella* Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna, Gladys*, Menno-Olivet Care Center, Jacob*, Jackie* Good Samaritan Scotland, Corrine*, Lorraine* Springfield Assisted Living, Mildred*, Firesteel Mitchell, Ruth*, Good Samaritan Miller, Lucille, Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron. Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, Myrdes*, Marietta*, Betty*, and those suffering from illness: Lonnie, Brandon*, Jim*. *= not a St. Paul Freeman member. Confirmation meeting for parents and confirmands Wednesday August 26th at 7pm to set up a time on Wednesdays to meet. Confirmation begins after Labor Day on September 9th, parent/adult sponsor in attendance

08-16-2020 Order of Service and Announcements

Opening Hymn Page 768 Divine Service 3 (page 184) Psalm 92 Sermon hymn Page 644 Sermon “Jesus Weeps for Jerusalem!” Luke 19:41-48 Offertory Closing hymn Page 797 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK Sunday: 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service Wednesday: 6:00 a.m.: No Bible Study Thursday: 12:00 p.m.: Bulletin Announcement due Sunday: 9:30 a.m.: Worship Service Live Stream You Tube Baptized membership: 304 Members and visitors in attendance: 62 THANK YOU to Pastor Ellis for filling in while Pastor Makelin is gone. We appreciate your services. PASTOR MAKELIN WILL BE GONE Sunday August 9th and 16th with Pastor David Ellis as guest pastor. No communion. Circuit visitor Pastor Thomas Christopher will handle emergencies from August 3rd through 11th. He can be reached on his cell phone at: (605) 630-8156 MAIN STREET LIVING: This is the Life at 10:00 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. See BlogSpot for monthly schedule IN YOUR PRAYERS: Please pray for those members and others who are quarantined in their facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, Eldora* & Viella* Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna, Gladys*, Menno-Olivet Care Center, Jacob*, Jackie* Good Samaritan Scotland, Corrine*, Lorraine* Springfield Assisted Living, Mildred*, Firesteel Mitchell, Ruth*, Good Samaritan Miller, Lucille, Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron. Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, Myrdes*, Marietta*, Betty*, and those suffering from illness: Marlene, Brandon*, Jim*. *= not a St. Paul Freeman member. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, we had extra copies of the Treasurer’s reports, previous meeting minutes, and the agenda left after the meeting last Sunday; we put them in the circular file in the narthex if you are interested in picking up a copy.

08-09-2020 Announcements and order of service

 

August 09, 2020  (9^th Sunday after Trinity)

Opening Hymn                                                                                 Page 716

Divine Service 3 (page 184)   Psalm 51:1-12

Sermon hymn                                                                                    Page 730

Sermon     “The Steward’s Shrewdness Sanctified”          Luke 16:1-9(10-13)

Offertory

Closing hymn                                                                                 Page 743

 

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

 

Sunday:         9:30 a.m.:  Worship Service

           

            Wednesday:  6:00 a.m.:  No Bible Study

 

            Thursday:      12:00 p.m.:  Bulletin Announcement due

 

Sunday:          9:30 a.m.:  Worship Service

                                           Live Stream You Tube

 

PASTOR MAKELIN WILL BE GONE Sunday August 9th and 16th with Pastor David Ellis as guest pastor. No communion. Circuit visitor Pastor Thomas Christopher will handle emergencies from August 3rd through 11th. He can be reached on his cell phone at: (605) 630-8156

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

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Please pray for those members and others who are quarantined in their facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, Eldora* &  Viella*  Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna, Gladys*, Menno-Olivet Care Center, Jacob*, Jackie* Good Samaritan Scotland, Corrine*, Lorraine* Springfield Assisted Living, Mildred*, Firesteel Mitchell, Ruth*, Good Samaritan Miller, Lucille, Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron.  Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne, Connie, Berneita, Myrdes*, Marietta*, Betty*, and those suffering from illness: Marlene, Brandon*,  Jim*.  *= not a St. Paul Freeman member

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, we had extra copies of the Treasurer’s reports, previous meeting minutes, and the agenda left after the meeting last Sunday; we put them in the circular file in the narthex if you are interested in picking up a copy.

 

08-02-2020 Order of Service and Announcements

August 02, 2020  (8^th Sunday after Trinity)

Opening Hymn                                                                                 Page 954

Divine Service 3 (page 184)   Psalm 26

Sermon hymn                                                                                    Page 745

Sermon            “Beware of False Prophets!”                       Matthew 7:15-23

Offertory

Communion hymn                                                    Page 583, 643, 693, 663

Closing hymn                                                                                   Page 596

 

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

 

Sunday:         8:30 a.m.:  Bible Study

           9:30 a.m.:  Worship Service / Holy Communion

                                   11:30 p.m.:  Worship Service / Holy Communion

                                                        Scotland

                        Wednesday:  6:00 a.m.:  No Bible Study

            Thursday:      12:00 p.m.:  Bulletin Announcement due

            Sunday:          9:30 a.m.:  Worship Service / Holy Communion

                                           Live Stream You Tube

                             
 

            Baptized membership: 304

Members and visitors in attendance:  52

 

KEEP ON DOING THIS. When Jesus said, “Do this”, in giving the LORD’S SUPPER, He used a verb form which means, “Keep on doing this”, or, “Do it again and again!”. As we keep on doing what He has here commanded us to do, we also want to keep on witnessing to the truth of His Word.  For this reason, the churches of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod promise to follow the historical Biblical practice of closed communion. Guests who desire to commune are kindly asked to speak with the Pastor before partaking, or cross their arms across the chest at the rail to receive a blessing. 

    
IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Please pray for those members and others who are quarantined in their facilities: Salem-Mennonite Home, Melton, Wyona, Norbert, Sharon, Darlene, Bob, Eldora* &  Viella*   Oakview Terrace, Lavonne, Orville, Millie, Bernice, Alice, Ruth, Lorna, Gladys*, Menno-Olivet Care Center, Jacob*, Jackie* Good Samaritan Scotland, Corrine*, Lorraine* Springfield Assisted Living, Mildred*, Firesteel Mitchell, Ruth*, Good Samaritan Miller,  Lucille, Tieszen Memorial Home, Myron.  Low Mobility at home: Susan, Harvey, Dianne,    Connie, Berneita, Myrdes*, Marietta*, Betty*, and those suffering from illness: Marlene, Brandon*,  Jim*.  *= not a St. Paul Freeman member.

IN JULY CONSIDER SUPPORTING FUTURE PASTOR AND DEACONESS FORMATION by supporting the Joint Seminary Fund (via Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, 1333 S. Kirkwood Rd. St. Louis, MO 63122) or each individually seminary (Adopt-A-Student - Concordia Seminary St. Louis Advancement office 800.822-5287 or, Concordia Theological Seminary Fort Wayne at 260.452.2167)

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

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, we had extra copies of the Treasurer’s reports, previous meeting minutes, and the agenda left after the meeting last Sunday; we put them in the circular file in the narthex if you are interested in picking up a copy.

PASTOR MAKELIN WILL BE GONE Sunday August 9th and 16th with Pastor David Ellis as guest pastor. No communion. Circuit visitor Pastor Thomas Christopher will handle emergencies from August 3rd through 11th. He can be reached on his cell phone at: (605) 630-8156.