01/27/2013 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week please pray for all who need or have asked for our prayers as well as our members 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.

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

OUR 2013 CHURCH OFFICERS will be installed during next week’s worship service.

A VOLUNTEER is needed to put flowers on the Altar during the month of July; if you are willing to do this please talk to Corrine Handel or Sharon Pfeiffer. Thank you.

LADIES AID will meet on February 7th at 7:00. We will be be studying Lesson 9 – “Stress Less” followed by the Business Meeting.  Hostess for the evening is Susan Borglum.  Sharon Pfeiffer is on Altar Guild and  Millie Gunderson is Visiting Helper for February. 

LENTEN SEASON SOUP AND SANDWICH SUPPERS are being scheduled.  The first one will be on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13^th.  If any person, family or group would like to volunteer to do one of the Wednesday soup suppers, please contact the Pastor as soon as possible.  Thanks!

MOVIE NIGHT at St. Paul this Sunday evening, at 7 p.m.  Ever judge someone just by looking at them?  We’ve all made snap judgments about people.  But what if we really got to know them?  Would our opinion change?  If we were forced to become them, how would the shoes fit then?  Come see “A Walk In My Shoes.”  Bring your favorite beverage.  Popcorn and fellowship will be provided.

YOUTH GROUP AND MENTOR/MENTEE will have a shot meeting on February 3 11:00 a.m.  Please plan to attend so we can discuses some fine details about the Valentine Supper that is coming up. There will be no meeting on this night so please attend, thanks.

ANNUAL REPORT – Thank you to those that have gotten me their reports still have some missing.  Please get them to Aleta or Pastor so the annual report can get finished, thank you.

SAMARTAIN GROUP will meet Sunday, Feb. 3^rd, right after the church service.  We will be discussing upcoming projects.

The VA HOSPITAL ADDRESS for those who wish to visit or send a card to Myron Schaffer is:  Veterans Administration Hospital, Room 204, 2501 West 22^nd Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57105.

VALENTINE SUPPER will be held on February 16, 2013.  If you would like to sign up for a time please see one of the youth or leaders to get the time you would like.  There will be someone after the next three church services that will take your name and time you would like to come.  Please plan to attend for a good meal and good fellowship

RIDE THE BUS! – Winter weather is here so don’t forget that you can take advantage of Freeman’s bus service.  They will pick you up at your home in Freeman and drop you off at the church.  To return, they can pick you up either right after worship or after Sunday School.  All you have to do is call 661-6545 by at least 6:00 the prior Saturday evening and give them your address.  For our church’s members, please do not pay the driver directly.  Our church will pay the $3.00 round-trip fee for you.  If you wish to make a contribution to help pay for the bus system, please put your donation in our offering plate and designate it accordingly.  We will see to it that the funds are sent to where they are to go.

01/20/2013 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week please remember Julie Huber and Rev. Weeman (who are recovering at home), Myron Schaffer (who is recovering in the VA hospital from leg amputation surgery), Rev. Nour [Redeemer, Armour] (who is hospitalized while recovering from heart surgery) and Wesley Olesen (in the Heart Hospital).  We also remember in our prayers our many members 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.

PLEASE PRAYERFULLY CONSIDER using your God-given gifts and talents in service to Him and His church.  At our voters’ meeting next week we will need various offices and positions filled.  Please contact Chairman of the Congregation (Randy Koerner), either elder (Brian Knittel or Paul Wynia) or the Pastor if you are willing to have your name placed on the ballot.  Thanks!

SAMARTAIN GROUP will meet Sunday, Feb. 3^rd, right after the church service.  We will be discussing upcoming projects.

ANNUAL VOTERS’ MEETING NOTICE – Our annual voters’ meeting will be held next Sunday in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.

ANNUAL REPORT – It’s that time of year to start working on the annual report.  Please get your report to Aleta or Pastor before the next elected officials take your place in the upcoming year.  Thank you for your help in getting the reports done in a timely matter.

LENTEN SEASON SOUP AND SANDWICH SUPPERS are being scheduled.  The first one will be on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13^th.  If any person, family or group would like to volunteer to do one of the Wednesday soup suppers, please contact the Pastor as soon as possible.  Thanks!  P.S. – Ash Wednesday has been spoken for.

MOVIE NIGHT at St. Paul on Sunday evening, Jan. 27^th, at 7 p.m.  Ever judge someone just by looking at them?  We’ve all made snap judgments about people.  But what if we really got to know them?  Would our opinion change?  If we were forced to become them, how would the shoes fit then?  Come see “A Walk In My Shoes.”  Bring your favorite beverage.  Popcorn and fellowship will be provided.

BALLOT OPENINGS – We still have several open positions on next week’s ballot for our 2013 elections.  Please prayerfully consider helping the church by filling these positions.  Many thanks go out to Jesse Thomas and Matt Stern who are willing to run for the open Trustee position as well as to Karen Bender and Bob Pidde who have agreed to have their names on the ballot for the Board of Evangelism.

COUNCIL MEETING – There will be a supplemental council meeting in the sanctuary immediately after church today to discuss additional items not addressed at our Wednesday meeting.

NO CONFIRMATION CLASS this Wednesday (Jan. 23^rd).

PASTOR WILL BE ON VACATION Monday thru Friday of this week.  Rev. Bob Moeller will be on call for pastoral emergencies.  You may reach him at (605) 321-1641 [cell phone].  You may also contact any of our elders for assistance.

The VA HOSPITAL ADDRESS for those who wish to visit or send a card to Myron Schaffer is:  Veterans Administration Hospital, Room 204, 2501 West 22^nd Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57105.

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.

  

RIDE THE BUS! – Winter weather is here so don’t forget that you can take advantage of Freeman’s bus service.  They will pick you up at your home in Freeman and drop you off at the church.  To return, they can pick you up either right after worship or after Sunday School.  All you have to do is call 661-6545 by at least 6:00 the prior Saturday evening and give them your address.  For our church’s members, please do not pay the driver directly.  Our church will pay the $3.00 round-trip fee for you.  If you wish to make a contribution to help pay for the bus system, please put your donation in our offering plate and designate it accordingly.  We will see to it that the funds are sent to where they are to go.

01/13/2013 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week please pray for a speedy and complete recovery for Rev. Weeman who recently had knee surgery and for Rev. Nour (Redeemer, Armour) who will undergo heart surgery on Jan. 16^th.  We also remember in our prayers our many members who are not feeling well but are not hospitalized (including Lee Lagendyk who fell and hurt herself), 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.

PLEASE PRAYERFULLY CONSIDER using your God-given gifts and talents in service to Him and His church.  At our voters’ meeting later this month we will need various offices and positions filled.  Please contact Chairman of the Congregation, Randy Koerner, if you are willing to have your name placed on the ballot.  Thanks!

There is a SIGN UP SHEET on the bulletin board if you would like to usher in the upcoming year.  Please add your name if you are interested in helping out.  Thank you.

ANNUAL VOTERS’ MEETING NOTICE – Our annual voters’ meeting will be held January 27^th in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.

ANNUAL REPORT – It’s that time of year to start working on the annual report.  Please get your report to Aleta or Pastor before the next elected officials take your place in the upcoming year.  Thank you for your help in getting the reports done in a timely matter.

LENTEN SEASON SOUP AND SANDWICH SUPPERS are being scheduled.  The first one will be on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13^th.  If any person, family or group would like to volunteer to do one of the Wednesday soup suppers, please contact the Pastor as soon as possible.  Thanks!  P.S. – Ash Wednesday has been spoken for.

NO MIDWEEK SCHOOL this Wednesday (Jan. 16^th).

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 may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

01/06/2013 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember Jesse Thomas (whose father passed away last week) and his family, all others in need of our prayers, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

PLEASE PRAYERFULLY CONSIDER using your God-given gifts and talents in service to Him and His church.  At our voters’ meeting later this month we will need various offices and positions filled.  Please contact Chairman of the Congregation, Randy Koerner, if you are willing to have your name placed on the ballot.  Thanks!

There is a SIGN UP SHEET on the bulletin board if you would like to usher in the upcoming year.  Please add your name if you are interested in helping out.  Thank you.

DUANE THOMAS’ ENTRANCE INTO GLORY – We pray for peace and comfort for the family of Duane Thomas who was summoned home to heaven by his Lord on Monday, Dec. 31^st.  We give thanks to our Lord for His loving-kindness and for all of the mercies granted to Duane during his earthly life, especially for calling him to faith in Jesus Christ through Holy Baptism.  The funeral was held Jan. 4^th.

THANK YOU so much to everyone who gave us cards and gifts this Christmas season.  Truly your goodness is a witness to all.  We pray that God would continue to bestow His blessings upon every one of you.  Hosannas forever!  (s) Susan, Pastor and family

ANNUAL REPORT – It’s that time of year to start working on the annual report.  Please get your report to Aleta or Pastor before the next elected officials take your place in the upcoming year.  Thank you for your help in getting the reports done in a timely matter.

RIDE THE BUS! – Winter weather is here so don’t forget that you can take advantage of Freeman’s free bus service.  They will pick you up at your home in Freeman and drop you off at the church.  To return, they can pick you up either right after worship or after Sunday School.  All you have to do is call 661-6545 by at least 6:00 the prior Saturday evening and give them your address.  Please do not pay or tip the driver directly.  If you wish to make a contribution to help pay for the bus system, please put your donation in our offering plate and designate it accordingly.  We will see to it that the funds are sent to where they are to go.

LWML will meet Thursday, Jan. 10^th at 2:00 p.m.  Pastor will lead our Bible Study . Gerry will serve lunch.

MAIN STREET LIVING may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

12-30-2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember 8-year-old Cole Nelson (who has brain cancer) and his family, LaNae Harberts (whose father passed away last week) and her family, all others in need of our prayers, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people in your life who do not yet know Christ.

PLEASE PRAYERFULLY CONSIDER using your God-given gifts and talents in service to Him and His church.  In January we will need various offices and positions filled.  Please contact Chairman of the Congregation, Randy Koerner, if you are willing to have your name placed on the 2013 ballot.  Thanks!

NEW YEAR’S EVE worship service will not be held this year.  However, we still encourage everyone to do their personal evening devotions, remembering that no matter what personal difficulties we will face next year, no matter what decisions we will have to make and no matter the times of uncertainty or anxiety in our lives, Jesus Christ … “who is the same yesterday and today and forever” (Heb. 13:8) … will be there to strengthen us, help us, comfort us and guide us.  Only God knows what 2013 will bring but whatever may happen, one thing remains the same:  Jesus Christ, who is “our God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, our shelter from the stormy blast and our eternal home” (LSB 733 Verse 1).

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS in the church will be taken down on Friday, January 4^th, beginning at 6:00 pm.  If you have the time, would you please help us get the decorations and Christmas trees put back into storage?  Many hands will make light work!  Thank you in advance for your assistance!

There is a SIGN UP SHEET on the bulletin board if you would like to usher in the upcoming year.  Please add your name if you are interested in helping out.  Thank you.

LADIES AID will meet on January 3^rd at 7:00 p.m. for Bible Study and a business meeting.  Hostess will be Marie Wrenn.  On Altar Guild for January is Ruth Koerner; coffee hour committee for January 6^th is Susan Borglum.

MIDWEEK SCHOOL and CONFIRMATION CLASSES will resume January 2^nd!

We want to send A BIG THANK YOU to all God’s “angels” here on earth that contributed to our Christmas Mission Tree.  Your generosity was amazing and heaven-sent for those in need.  We collected 2 coats, 4 scarves, 23 blankets, 38 undergarments, 47 hats, 63 pairs of gloves and 103 pairs of socks.  Thank you so much for your participation and as well as for sharing the spirit of giving.  May God bless your Christmas!  (s) The Board of Ed

ANNUAL REPORT – It’s that time of year to start working on the annual report.  Please get your report to Aleta or Pastor before the next elected officials take your place in the upcoming year.  Thank you for your help in getting the reports done in a timely matter.

RIDE THE BUS! – Winter weather is here so don’t forget that you can take advantage of Freeman’s free bus service.  They will pick you up at your home in Freeman and drop you off at the church.  To return, they can pick you up either right after worship or after Sunday School.  All you have to do is call 661-6545 by at least 6:00 the prior Saturday evening and give them your address.  Please do not pay or tip the driver directly.  If you wish to make a contribution to help pay for the bus system, please put your donation in our offering plate and designate it accordingly.  We will see to it that the funds are sent to where they are to go.

MAIN STREET LIVING may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.  If you would like to donate to Main Street Living, there will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall for the next couple of Sundays.  Funds will be matched by the Ladies Aid.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

12/23/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we continue to remember all of the families (both in our midst and nationwide) who are in mourning over the loss of their loved ones as well as all other people who sick or in cancer treatment, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

A SPECIAL THANK YOU to the Samaritan Ladies for their time and effort last Wednesday to provide our soup and sandwich supper!  They did an excellent job as did the Andersen family and the Lutherans For Life before our 1^st midweek service and the Roth families who hosted the supper before our 2^nd midweek worship service.  Thank you all very much – we sincerely appreciate your work!

LADIES AID will meet on January 3^rd at 7:00 p.m. for Bible Study and business meeting.  The hostess will be Marie Wrenn.  Visiting Helpers are Ruth Koerner and Garnet Stern.  Coffee Hour committee for January 6^th is Garnet Stern, Staci Stern and Susan Borglum.

Christmas Worship Services – We invite you to join us as we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of Man and Son of God!  Our Christmas Eve Children’s Program will be held on Dec. 24^th at 7:00 p.m.  Please mark your calendars and come worship with us as our youth present the Christmas story.  Our Christmas Day service will be Dec. 25^th at 9:30 a.m.  Both services will be filled with your favorite Christmas hymns so bring a friend with you!

NO MIDWEEK SCHOOL or CONFIRMATION CLASSES on the last 2 Wednesdays of December.  Christmas Break will be 2 weeks long so both classes will resume January 2^nd!

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sun., Dec 23^rd        10:45 – 2:30    (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

MANY THANKS to Diane Engbrecht and Brenda Carmichael (members of Zion Lutheran, Canistota) who volunteered to sing in our choir’s Cantata performance today.  We sincerely appreciate your willingness to give of your time and talents to the music ministry of our church!  Also please note that our choir will perform their Cantata at Zion Lutheran in Canistota next Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

HOLIDAY CHEER – This past Wednesday the Ladies Aid Visiting Committee delivered “Holiday Best Wishes” in the form of a personal visit, a Christmas card and a bud vase containing a carnation and evergreens to the following church members:  Bob Albrecht, Clara Baer, Erna Bittner, Bernice Cvrk, Matt Dannenbring, Alice Fliginger, Bernice Graber, Ella and Elsie Hein, Verna Herrboldt, Connie Hinckley, Myrna Huber, LaVonne Knittel, Ruth Koerner, Delphine Laber, Lorna Langle, Mahala Petersen, Lucille Rembold, Helen Schamber, Max Schamber, Gary Schrag, Kermit and Darlene Schrag, Olinda Stark, Pauline Walz and Marge Wollman.  Christmas cards were sent to the Kahlen Salis family in Freeman and Altha Mayer in Yankton.

If anyone has bud vases they no longer need, please bring them to the church kitchen and mark them for the visiting committee.  We will start saving the vases for next year’s deliveries.  Thank you very much.

We want to send A BIG THANK YOU to all God’s “angels” here on earth that contributed to our Christmas Mission Tree.  Your generosity was amazing and heaven-sent for those in need.  We collected 2 coats, 4 scarves, 23 blankets, 38 undergarments, 47 hats, 63 pairs of gloves and 103 pairs of socks.  Thank you so much for your participation and as well as for sharing the spirit of giving.  May God bless your Christmas!  (s) The Board of Ed

THANK YOU so much for your comforting words, prayers, cards and beautiful flowers.  You have touched my heart with your kindness!  I thank God each day for my St. Paul Lutheran Church family! (s) Susan Borglum

THANK YOU Denise Peterson and Steve Smidt for helping out with the youth lock-in.  They had a fun time and it could not have happened without your help.  (s) Aleta Starner

ANNUAL REPORT – It’s that time of year to start working on the annual report.  Please get your report to Aleta or Pastor before the next elected officials take your place in the upcoming year.  Thank you for your help in getting the reports done in a timely matter.

There is a SIGN UP SHEET on the bulletin board if you would like to usher in the upcoming year.  Please add your name if you are interested in helping out.  Thank you.

NEW ADDRESSES -- The following members have moved:

Lucille Rembold:  Room 125, Salem Home, 106 West 7^th Street

Altha Mayer:  Room 22, Wakonda Heritage Manor, 515 Ohio St., Wakonda, SD 57073

RIDE THE BUS! – Winter weather is here so don’t forget that you can take advantage of Freeman’s free bus service.  They will pick you up at your home in Freeman and drop you off at the church.  To return, they can pick you up either right after worship or after Sunday School.  All you have to do is call 661-6545 by at least 6:00 the prior Saturday evening and give them your address.  Please do not pay or tip the driver directly.  If you wish to make a contribution to help pay for the bus system, please put your donation in our offering plate and designate it accordingly.  We will see to it that the funds are sent to where they are to go.

MAIN STREET LIVING may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.  If you would like to donate to Main Street Living, there will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall for the next couple of Sundays.  Funds will be matched by the Ladies Aid.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

12/16/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember the family of Jackson Vetch during their mourning of Jackson’s death, the family of Curt Stern (a cousin to Cindy Olesen) during their mourning of Curt’s death, all others who are ill or in cancer treatment, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

MIDWEEK ADVENT SERVICES – We will gather at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 19^th for worship for our remaining midweek Advent service.  Beginning at 5:45 p.m. we will also provide a soup and sandwich supper for all who wish to get together for a light meal.  This week’s soup and sandwich supper will be provided and hosted by the Samaritans.  Please plan to join us and please bring a friend or relative to share in this opportunity for worship and fellowship!

NO MIDWEEK SCHOOL or CONFIRMATION CLASSES on the last 2 Wednesdays of December.  Christmas Break will be 2 weeks long so both classes will resume January 2^nd!

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.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed., Dec 19^th       5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Sun., Dec 23^rd        10:45 - ?          (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

Christmas Worship Services – We invite you to join us as we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of Man and Son of God!  Our Christmas Eve Children’s Program will be held on Dec. 24^th at 7:00 p.m.  Please mark your calendars and come rejoice with us as our youth present the Christmas story and as we worship our Savior and Redeemer.  Our Christmas Day service will be Dec. 25^th at 9:30 a.m.  Both services will be filled with your favorite Christmas hymns so bring a friend with you!

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

MAIN STREET LIVING – may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.  If you would like to donate to Main Street Living there will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall the next few Sundays.  Funds will be matched by the Ladies Aid. 

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

12/09/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember Matt Dannenbring and all others who are sick, recovering or in cancer treatment, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

MIDWEEK ADVENT SERVICES – We will gather at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 12^th and Dec. 19^th for worship for our remaining two midweek services.  At 5:45 p.m. (before each Wednesday’s service) we will also provide a soup and sandwich supper for all who wish to get together for a light meal.  This week’s soup and sandwich supper will be provided and hosted by the Ken Roth, Craig Roth and Mark Roth families.  The theme for this year’s Advent season is the 7 Churches of Revelation.  Please plan to join us and please bring a friend or relative to share in this opportunity for worship and fellowship!

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.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (all ages; lunch provided)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec 19^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec 23^rd         10:45 - ?           (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

LWML will meet at Julie Huber’s on Dec. 13^th at 2:00 p.m.  Please remember to bring your Christmas stocking offerings, mites and a local offering.  Also bring Christmas goodies to eat and a Christmas reading.

MAIN STREET LIVING – If you would like to donate to Main Street Living there will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall for the next few Sundays.  Funds received will be matched by the Ladies Aid.

MAIN STREET LIVING may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

12/02/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week please remember Matt Dannenbring who has a severe back injury, the families of Doris Albrecht and Roger Koch as they mourn Doris’ and Roger’s deaths, Connie Hinckley as she continues to recover at home, all others who are sick or recovering, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

DORIS ALBRECHT’S ENTRANCE INTO GLORY – We pray for peace and comfort for the family of Doris Albrecht whom God called to her eternal rest on Thursday, Nov. 29^th.  We pray that God would comfort all who mourn with the hope of the glorious resurrection of the body and a happy reunion in heaven, and that He would sustain the family with the knowledge that all who remain faithful will be given the crown of eternal life and will be in our Lord’s presence forevermore.

IN CHRISTIAN LOVE AND SYMPATHY we remember the family of Roger Koch, age 61, who was summoned home to heaven by his Lord last Sunday, Nov. 25^th.  We give thanks to our Lord for His loving-kindness and for all of the mercies granted to Roger during his earthly life, especially for calling him to faith in Jesus Christ through Holy Baptism.  The funeral was held last Friday at Shepherd of the Grove Lutheran Church, Maple Grove, MN.  Roger is a son of former Pastor Willard Koch, now deceased, who served our congregation from 1962 thru 1967.

MIDWEEK ADVENT SERVICES have been scheduled.  We will gather at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 5^th, Dec. 12^th and Dec. 19^th for worship.  At 5:45 p.m. (before each Wednesday’s service) we will also provide a soup and sandwich supper for all who wish to get together for a light meal.  This week’s soup and sandwich supper will be provided and hosted by Lutherans For Life.  The theme for this year’s Advent services will be “The 7 Churches of Revelation.”  Please plan to join us and please bring a friend or relative to share in this opportunity for worship and fellowship!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN – The youth will be having a lock-in on Friday, Dec. 7^th, from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 Saturday morning.  Each youth may bring a friend to spend the night with them and one of their favorite games to play.  Please plan to attend for a night a fun and fellowship!

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY – Plan to attend the Ladies Aid Christmas Party today at 4:00.  There will be a short devotion and a $5.00 gift exchange.  The Christmas project is Main Street Living with funds being matched by the Ladies Aid.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed., Dec. 5^th         5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec 19^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec 23^rd         10:45 - ?            (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCDE AWARDS given today during our worship service are for the 1^st quarter of this Sunday School year.  Receiving awards are: Alaric Knittel (Pre-K & K), Riley Knittel, Dillon Podzimek and Zac Sayler (1^st & 2^nd grade), Isabel Sayler (3^rd thru 5^th grade) and Lindsay Thomas (6^th thru 8^th grade).

MAIN STREET LIVING  may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

11/25/2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember all who sick or recuperating, those diagnosed with cancer or are in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY – Make plans now to attend the Ladies Aid Christmas Party on Sunday, Dec. 2^nd at 4:00.  Members are reminded to bring Christmas cookies.  There will also be a $5.00 gift exchange.  Everyone is invited to attend and bring a friend.  Our Christmas Project is Main Street Living; a free will offering will be matched by the Ladies Aid.  The congregation will also have an opportunity to contribute during the Sundays in December.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed., Nov 28^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 5^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec 19^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec 23^rd         10:45 - ?           (all ages; no Sunday School;

                                                      lunch will be provided)

NIGHT AT THE MOVIES – Just a reminder to join us for fun and fellowship tonight at 7:00!  We do have a change in movies.  Instead of our previous movie selection, we will be showing Alvin and the Chipmunks “Chipwrecked.”  Hope to see you there!

YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN – The youth will be having a lock-in on Friday, Dec. 7^th, from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 Saturday morning.  Each youth may bring a friend to spend the night with them and one of their favorite games to play.  Please plan to attend for a night a fun and fellowship!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

MAIN STREET LIVING  may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.

11-18-2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week we remember Doris Albrecht who is now under Hospice care, all others who sick, have upcoming surgery or are recovering from illness or surgery, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 people who do not yet know Christ.

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARE TREE – You may have noticed a Christmas tree in the Fellowship Hall.  We are wishing to bless those in need to keep warm this Christmas season.  As a mission of giving, we are hoping to collect hats, mittens, socks and small fleece blankets or other items that you feel are appropriate.  We don’t want to put an age limit on this project as there are not only children but elderly who are in need.  We will collect items through Dec 16^th and hope to distribute the items before Christmas.  God bless the children and congregational members who wish to participate.  Thank You!  The Board of Ed

BAZAAR COMMITTEE – The Bazaar Committee would again like to thank all who contributed in any way to make for another successful Bazaar.  We raised $5,006.93 after expenses.  Thank you!!

NIGHT AT THE MOVIES – We are planning another movie night for Sunday, Nov, 25^th at 7 pm.  We will be showing “We Bought a Zoo.”  Everyone is WELCOME for this great family entertainment.  Bring your favorite blanket, pillow and beverage if you want to.  Otherwise, seating and popcorn will be provided.  Hope to see you all there.

A SIGN UP SHEET is on the bulletin board regarding midweek school and confirmation class snacks.  Please sign up for the week you would like to bring a snack.  We still have some open weeks!  Thank you.

LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY – Make plans now to attend the Ladies Aid Christmas Party on Sunday, December 2^nd at 4:00.  Members are reminded to bring Christmas cookies.  There will also be a $5.00 gift exchange.  Everyone is invited to attend and bring a friend.  Our Christmas Project is Main Street Living; a free will offering will be matched by the Ladies Aid.  The congregation will also have an opportunity to contribute during the Sundays in December.

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Wed., Nov 28^th      5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 5^th        5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th         11:30 - 1:45     (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th      5:00 - 6:00       (all ages)

Please watch the bulletin for practice dates beyond Dec. 12^th.

WE WILL BE DECORATING the church for Christmas on Friday, Nov. 23^rd at 6:00.  Volunteers are needed and will be greatly appreciated.  Thank you in advance for helping to get your church ready for Christmas!

NO MIDWEEK SCHOOL or CONFIRMATION CLASSES on this Wednesday (Nov. 21^st).

OUR THANKSGIVING DAY worship service will begin at 9:30 this Thursday.  Please plan to join us and please bring a friend or relative to share in our worship and fellowship!

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.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

MAIN STREET LIVING – Nov. 25 – The featured speaker will be Rev. Samuel Bobby from Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rapid City.  MSL may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.