05-01-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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

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

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

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

 

04-24-2016 Announcement

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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

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

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

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

04-17-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

04-10-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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

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

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

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

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

NO COMMUNION – There will be no Communion today.

 

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

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

04-03-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

03-27-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

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

THERE WILL BE no Sunday School today.

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

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

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

03-20-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

THE LORD’S SUPPER at St. Paul Lutheran Church is administered in accordance with the Holy Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions.  It is celebrated in the confidence that we receive – in, with and under the consecrated bread and wine – our Savior’s true Body and Blood for the forgiveness of our sins.  All who commune at this altar are making this public confession of the faith that we believe and teach as is written in the Holy Scriptures.  If you are not a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and yet desire to receive the Sacrament, please speak with the Pastor before the worship service.

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

THERE WILL BE no Sunday School on Easter Sunday

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

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

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

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

03-13-2016 Announcement

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREE LIVING  March 20, 2016-Rev. Aaron Asmus leads the worship service with a sermon titled “How May I Serve You?”, based on John 12 and Phillippians 2. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

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.

MEETING WITH THE DISTRICT PRESIDENT -  After the service today, Rev. Scott Sailer, the President of The South Dakota District, will meet with congregation members.  Among the topics:

• The pastoral vacancy
• What is the relationship of St. Paul's to the Synod and District?
• What is the mission of St. Paul's?
• What strengths of the congregation move you forward in achieving its mission?
• What challenges or obstacles get in the way of St. Paul's achieving its mission?
• What aspirations do you have for your congregation (hopes for the future)?

WELCOME Rev. Scott Sailer, South Dakota District President, and thank you for preaching the Word, and for meeting with St. Paul congregation to lead us in beginning an evaluation process with the goal of calling a new undershepherd of Christ to nuture in this place.

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

THERE WILL BE no Sunday School on Easter Sunday

EMERGENCY CONTACTS – In case of a pastoral emergency please contact one of our elders for assistance.  (Blaine Saarie, Keith Knodel or Randy Koerner).

 
MID WEEK MEALS FOR LENT:  Last time this season from 6:00-6:45 p.m. on March 16 menu includes Tator Tot Casserole, fruit and desserts.
Thank you to everyone that participated in these meals; helping, eating, giving and partaking in fellowship.  The youth group has been blessed by all the positive feed back and your donations. Thanks again.
Easter Breakfast is also being planned for after Sunrise Service.

03-06-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING -  Rev. Matthew Resner of Immanuel Lutheran in Menno, and St. Paul Lutheran in Scotland brings todays sermon titled “No Longer Regarded According to the Flesh” based on 2 Corinthians 5: 16-21.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

EMERGENCY CONTACTS – In case of a pastoral emergency please contact one of our elders for assistance.  (Blaine Saarie, Keith Knodel or Randy Koerner).

DARTBALL ZONE TOURNAMENT -  hosted by Zion/Delmont at the Delmont Legion Hall on Main St. is TODAY at 3:00 pm.  If you want to carpool, be at St. Paul/Freeman at 2:15 pm.

DARTBALL STATE TOURNAMENT - hosted by Faith/Sioux Falls at 601 N. Cliff Ave. will be this Sat. (March 12) at 10:30 am.  If you want to carpool, be at St. Paul/Freeman at 9:15 am.

MID WEEK MEALS FOR LENT: plan to join the youth group as we serve some freewill suppers before Lent services. 6:00-6:45 p.m. on March 9 and 16. Menu for March 9 will be chili soup and grilled cheese sandwich. 

Easter Breakfast is also being planned for after Sunrise Service. 

LWML -  will meet March 10th. at 2:00 p.m. at Wyona Hofers.

MEETING WITH THE DISTRICT PRESIDENT -  After the service on March 13, Rev. Scott Sailer, the President of The South Dakota District, will meet with congregation members.  Among the topics:

• The pastoral vacancy
• What is the relationship of St. Paul's to the Synod and District?
• What is the mission of St. Paul's?
• What strengths of the congregation move you forward in achieving its mission?
• What challenges or obstacles get in the way of St. Paul's achieving its mission?
• What aspirations do you have for your congregation (hopes for the future)?

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

02-28-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING:  Rev. Gary Klatt of St. John Lutheran Church in Luverne, Minnesota will bring today’s message “Repent, and You Shall Live Forever”, based on Ezekiel 33: 7-20. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

EMERGENCY CONTACTS – In case of a pastoral emergency please contact one of our elders for assistance.  (Blaine Saarie, Keith Knodel or Randy Koerner).

MID WEEK MEALS FOR LENT: plan to join the youth group as we serve some freewill suppers before Lent services. 6:00-6:45 p.m. on March 2, 9, 16.  Menu for March 2 will be pancakes, sausage and fruit.

LADIES AID -  will meet on March 2nd at 5:45 pm (before Lenten Service) for a business meeting.  On Altar Guild for March is Mildred Siekmann and Visiting Helpers are Orville and Julianne Huber.  Coffee Hour Committee for March 6th is Darlene Schrag, Mildred Siekmann and Joan Dreessen.

DARTBALL PRACTICE TODAY at 3p.m. at St. Paul/Freeman.  ALSO:  DARTBALL ZONE TOURNAMENT hosted by Zion/ Delmont at the Legion Hall on Main Street will be next Sun. (March 6).

02-21-2016 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS - this week please remember those who are recovering from surgery and illness, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 family members or friends in your life who do not yet know Christ.

MAIN STREET LIVING - Rev. Karl Gregory of First English Lutheran, Parker and Bethesda Lutheran, Marion. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

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.

EMERGENCY CONTACTS – In case of a pastoral emergency please contact one of our elders for assistance.  (Blaine Saarie, Keith Knodel or Randy Koerner).

DARTBALL GAME - This week the game will be Monday (Feb.22) at St. Paul/Freeman.  Game time is 7:30 pm.  Schedules are on the bulletin board.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY - continues this Wednesday (Feb. 24) at 6:00am with Rev. Weeman.  We will continue “The Story of Angels”.  Everyone is welcome.

LADIES AID -  will meet on March 2nd at 5:45 pm (before Lenten Service) for a business meeting.  On Altar Guild for March is Mildred Siekmann and Visiting Helpers are Orville and Julianne Huber.  Coffee Hour Committee for March 6th is Darlene Schrag, Mildred Siekmann and Joan Dreessen.

MID WEEK MEALS FOR LENT -  plan to join the youth group as we serve some freewill suppers before Lent services. 6:00-6:45 p.m. on Feb 24 and Mar 2, 9, 16.  Menu for Feb 24 - Build your own taco and potato rounds. 

YOUR GIVING IS A BLESSING - Thank you for the donations of the canned foods. We collected over 150 items with your help and gave them to the local food panty to distribute.  

THANK YOU - to everyone that came and ate at the Valentine's Day Fundraiser Supper. It was a great success. Huge shout out to those that helped make it possible- youth group members and their parents, and the mentor mentee group. Thanks again. 

THANK YOU – The family of Darlene Schamber would like to thank the members of St. Paul Lutheran Church for their prayers and words of comfort following her death.  A special thank you to those who assisted with the funeral and lunch, donated food, sent cards and gave memorials.  Memorials to St. Paul Lutheran will be designated for the Sunday School.  Gerhard Schamber and family.

WIFI PASSWORD - The password has stayed the same.  You will just need to reconnect.  The password is John1930

VOLUNTEER NEEDED - We are looking for a volunteer to put flowers on the Altar the month of August. If you are willing to do this or if you have questions please talk to Sharon Pfeiffer. Thanks.

 
ANNUAL REPORTS -  We still need an annual report from the Elders and the Samaratins. Please get them in as soon as you can to Aleta Starner or Denise Peterson. We would like to get them out by the last Sunday of February.