07-01-2018 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – July 08,2018: Worship Service-Rev. Bret Bierman of St. Paul in Stratford, St. John in Aberdeen, and Trinity Lutheran in Mansfield brings us the message “Never Show Your Weakness” based on 2 Corinthians 12: 9.   Additional information is available on the web  site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

NO  MENTOR MENTEE  Due to scheduling conflicts, the mentor/mentors will not meet in July.

LADIES AID and LWML will not have meetings in July and August.  There is no one signed up for Altar Flowers and Visiting Helpers for July.  If anyone is interested there is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall. 

VBS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:  The VBS program is scheduled for July 16 through July 19 and we are looking for some volunteers.  VBS will be from 6:00 to 8:30.  Please see the bulletin board to sign up or talk with Joni Knittel, Karissa Podzimek or Jenny Peters for more information.  The Calendar incorrectly states VBS is through the 20th.  Please note it is the 16-19.

06-24-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

 

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

 

MAIN STREET LIVING – July 01,2018: Worship service- The message is presented by Rev. L. Scott Spiehs of St. John’s in Wolsey, Zion in Wessington Springs, and Mt. Olive in Woonsocket.  “All Your Trust in Jesus” is based on Mark 5:21-43. 

NO  MENTOR MENTEE meeting on June 24th.  Due to scheduling conflicts, the mentor/mentors will not meet in July either.

LADIES AID and LWML will not have meetings in July and August.  There is no one signed up for Altar Flowers and  Visiting Helpers for July.  If anyone is interested there is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall. 

VBS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:  The VBS program is scheduled for July 16 through July 19 and we are looking for some volunteers.  VBS will be from 6:00 to 8:30.  Please see the bulletin board to sign up or talk with Joni Knittel, Karissa Podzimek or Jenny Peters for more information.  

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SATISFYING NEXT CHAPTER OF YOUR LIFE?  Laborers For Christ is a service provided by Lutheran Church Extension Fund to help Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) ministries save money on their building projects. Laborers are retired carpenters, handy people, farmers, school teachers and other willing workers. They are committed to working at minimum wage for LCMS ministries who desire to undertake the construction and improvement of their own facilities.  There’s an attitude among Laborers that you don’t find in the general workforce. They jump in and help with whatever needs to be done. More importantly, Laborers are working for the glory of God. Join Laborers For Christ today. To view future projects or fill out an application, visit lcef.org or call 314-885-6444.

 

6-17-2018 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

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 – June 24, 2018: Worship service-Rev. Nathan Neugebauer of St. John’s Lutheran in Revillo, SD and Bethlehem Lutheran in Milbank, SD, brings us todays message “John the Baptist Shows Us the Way”, based on Luke 1: 57-80.

Its go time!  It is time to sign up for the HIGHER THINGS YOUTH RETREAT in Brookings on August 10-11 (see insert).  Please fill out a registration form off the bulletin board and make out your checks, get them to the Youth Group leaders, officers, or Pastor by June 23rd so we can make arrangements for carpooling or travel.

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SATISFYING NEXT CHAPTER OF YOUR LIFE?  Laborers For Christ is a service provided by Lutheran Church Extension Fund to help Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) ministries save money on their building projects. Laborers are retired carpenters, handy people, farmers, school teachers and other willing workers. They are committed to working at minimum wage for LCMS ministries who desire to undertake the construction and improvement of their own facilities.  There’s an attitude among Laborers that you don’t find in the general workforce. They jump in and help with whatever needs to be done. More importantly, Laborers are working for the glory of God. Join Laborers For Christ today. To view future projects or fill out an application, visit lcef.org or call 314-885-6444.

 

THANK YOU, whoever gave out a printed service to my mother and brother who visited last Sunday.  They mentioned that they did not want to sit up front, as they did not know when to stand, sit, what page to be on, and so on, so they wanted to sit back a ways to watch what to do by observing the people in front of them, but with the printed service however, they thought they could have sat in front.  It was all there!  This is exactly what these printed services are for; those who struggle with handling the heavy hymnal or who are unfamiliar without liturgical practices.  Thanks again for your good work anonymous member! - Pastor

06-10-2018 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

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 – June 17, 2018:  Today’s message is            

presented by Rev. Adam Welton of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Wentworth, SD.  Based on Mark 4: 26-29 the message is titled “God Grants Growth”. 

PASTOR MAKELIN will be five hours distant on June 15-16. He will be available on his cell, but Pastor Resner from Immanuel Lutheran/Menno is available for emergencies that would need to be attended quicker (605)387-5188).

Its go time!  It is time to sign up for the HIGHER THINGS YOUTH RETREAT in Brookings on August 10-11 (see insert).  Please fill out a registration form off the bulletin board and make out your checks, get them to the Youth Group leaders, officers, or Pastor by June 23rd so we can make arrangements for car pooling or travel.

On the second and fourth Wednesday the LADIES BIBLE STUDY meets at the church.  All women and girls are invited.  We are studying Genesis.  We will meet in June, but will be taking July and August off.

COMMEMORATION OF SAINT DAYS.  While we do not venerate the saints, the Lutheran reformers understood that it was a great benefit in remembering these whom God has given His Church as we thank God for them, our faith is strengthened by seeing God's merciful grace given to them, and we see examples of the faith in their lives (please read page xii of the hymnal).  When these saints days land on a Sunday, we will break from the prospers to commemorate them. - Sola Dei Gloria – Pastor

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SATISFYING NEXT CHAPTER OF YOUR LIFE?  Laborers For Christ is a service provided by Lutheran Church Extension Fund to help Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) ministries save money on their building projects. Laborers are retired carpenters, handy people, farmers, school teachers and other willing workers. They are committed to working at minimum wage for LCMS ministries who desire to undertake the construction and improvement of their own facilities.  There’s an attitude among Laborers that you don’t find in the general workforce. They jump in and help with whatever needs to be done. More importantly, Laborers are working for the glory of God. Join Laborers For Christ today. To view future projects or fill out an application, visit lcef.org or call 314-885-6444.

CIRCUIT LAY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE – The next Circuit Lay Leadership Conferences will meet at St. Martin in Alexandria on Saturday, June 16 from 10:00 to 2:00. As you know, the CLLC meets three times per year and, while initially intended for the leadership of our congregations (elders and presidents), it has become more of a circuit-wide Bible study on various topics. All the members of our circuit congregations are invited and encouraged to attend. On June 16, the topic will be Creation. Some of you may be aware of some of the concerns being voiced as “theistic evolution” seems to be making some inroads in our Synod in various places. At the next CLLC we will be discussing the topic of biblical creation and why the 6-day creation (with God resting on the 7th day) is an important cornerstone of all biblical/Christian theology. We will gather at St. Martin at 10:00 for an opening devotion followed by a video by Dr. David Menton of Answers in Genesis entitled Not a Chance. Following lunch we will have a time of open discussion on the topic of creation and evolution and then a short circuit business meeting. We will be done by 2:00. Please attend if you can! Please talk to Pastor for more information.
 
NOT A CHANCE – a video by Dr. David Menton of Answers in Genesis will be shown at our next Circuit Lay Leadership Conference (see the above announcement).  Dr. David Menton explains that evolution doesn't stand a chance when compared to the truth of science, and most importantly, God's Word. He uses practical illustrations to demonstrate the "integrated complexity" that would be necessary for evolution to be true. In a respectful way, Menton demonstrates why a person must have a sizable amount of credulity in order to buy into the tale of evolution. His warm teaching style and enjoyable wit make this DVD fun to follow and easy to understand, so families are encouraged to attend.

06-03-2018 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – June 10, 2018:  Worship Service-Rev. Ryan Loeslie of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dimmock, SD brings us today’s message “The Gospel is the Solution to the Problem”.  The basis of the message is Genesis 3: 8-15.  

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on June 7th at 7:00 p.m. for Bible Study with Pastor Makelin followed by the  Business meeting.  Coffee committee for June 3rd is Darlene Schrag and Joan Dreessen and Corrine Handel. Visiting Helper for June is Darlene Schrag and Altar flowers  is open. 

 

COMMEMORATION OF SAINT DAYS.  While we do not venerate the saints, the Lutheran reformers understood that it was a great benefit in remembering these whom God has given His Church as we thank God for them, our faith is strengthened by seeing God's merciful grace given to them, and we see examples of the faith in their lives (please read page xii of the hymnal).  When these saints days land on a Sunday, we will break from the prospers to commemorate them. - Sola Dei Gloria – Pastor

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SATISFYING NEXT CHAPTER OF YOUR LIFE?  Laborers For Christ is a service provided by Lutheran Church Extension Fund to help Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) ministries save money on their building projects. Laborers are retired carpenters, handy people, farmers, school teachers and other willing workers. They are committed to working at minimum wage for LCMS ministries who desire to undertake the construction and improvement of their own facilities.  There’s an attitude among Laborers that you don’t find in the general workforce. They jump in and help with whatever needs to be done. More importantly, Laborers are working for the glory of God. Join Laborers For Christ today. To view future projects or fill out an application, visit lcef.org or call 314-885-6444.

 

On the second and fourth Wednesday the LADIES BIBLE STUDY meets at the church.  All women and girls are invited.  We are studying Genesis.  We sill meet in June, but will be taking July and August off.

CIRCUIT LAY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE – The next Circuit Lay Leadership Conferences will meet at St. Martin in Alexandria on Saturday, June 16 from 10:00 to 2:00. As you know, the CLLC meets three times per year and, while initially intended for the leadership of our congregations (elders and presidents), it has become more of a circuit-wide Bible study on various topics. All the members of our circuit congregations are invited and encouraged to attend. On June 16, the topic will be Creation. Some of you may be aware of some of the concerns being voiced as “theistic evolution” seems to be making some inroads in our Synod in various places. At the next CLLC we will be discussing the topic of biblical creation and why the 6-day creation (with God resting on the 7th day) is an important cornerstone of all biblical/Christian theology. We will gather at St. Martin at 10:00 for an opening devotion followed by a video by Dr. David Menton of Answers in Genesis entitled Not a Chance. Following lunch we will have a time of open discussion on the topic of creation and evolution and then a short circuit business meeting. We will be done by 2:00. Please attend if you can! Please talk to Pastor for more information.

NOT A CHANCE – a video by Dr. David Menton of Answers in Genesis will be shown at our next Circuit Lay Leadership Conference (see the above announcement).  Dr. David Menton explains that evolution doesn't stand a chance when compared to the truth of science, and most importantly, God's Word. He uses practical illustrations to demonstrate the "integrated complexity" that would be necessary for evolution to be true. In a respectful way, Menton demonstrates why a person must have a sizable amount of credulity in order to buy into the tale of evolution. His warm teaching style and enjoyable wit make this DVD fun to follow and easy to understand, so families are encouraged to attend.

05-27-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING – June 03, 2018:  Today’s message is presented by Rev. Matthew Resner of Immanuel Lutheran in Menno, SD, and St. Paul’s Lutheran church in Scotland, SD.  The message “You Are Free to Rest in Christ”, and is based on Mark 2: 23-28. 

This Wednesday, at 9:00am, the LADIES BIBLE STUDY will meet at the church.  Currently, we are covering the Bible in general and will be picking out a book of the Bible or a book study.  All Ladies are invited.

Reminder: THE MEN'S BIBLE STUDY meets at 6:00am at the church on Wednesday morning.  Currently we are studying the liturgy, and have plans on studying a book called "Man Up" next.  All men are invited

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on June 7th at 7:00 p.m. for Bible Study with Pastor Makelin followed by the  Business meeting.  Coffee committee for June 3rd is Darlene Schrag and Joan Dreessen and Corrine Handel. Visiting Helper for June is Darlene Schrag and Altar flowers  is open. 

UMBRELLAS WANTED...and not just for our recent rains, but Harriet Schaeffer from Menno is collecting umbrellas for Orphan Grain Train in Norfolk to send to the Philippines where when it rains there, it pours.  If you would like to donate, she asks that you give her a call at 387-2788.

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY FUND DRIVE - It is a privilege to have the Freeman Regional Health Services in our community.  The Hospital Auxiliary is having their annual fund drive during the month of May and are asking for donations that will help to purchase needed equipment for the hospital, nursing home, and clinic. There is a free will basket in the fellowship hall at coffee hour during the month of May.  Your participation in this fund drive will be greatly appreciated.

05-20-2018 Announcements

HOLY COMMUNION is celebrated in our worship service today.  What a joy and privilege!  In this Sacrament our Lord gives unto us not only bread and wine, but also His very body and blood to eat and drink.  In this Sacrament He assures us that our sins are forgiven and He strengthens our faith.  To our guests who desire to receive Holy Communion, we ask that you consider the following:  If you do not believe in Jesus as your Savior, do not believe in the Real Presence of the Sacrament, or have never received instruction on how to prepare yourself for Communion, you should refrain from receiving the Sacrament, but are encouraged to come to the altar for a blessing, indicated by folding the arms over the chest.  We do this not to offend, but to honor the faith we hold at St. Paul Lutheran.  If you have any questions regarding communion, please speak to the Pastor or an Elder before service begins.

IN YOUR PRAYERS - 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING –May 27^th 10:30- Worship Service-Today’s message. Christians Hear the Word Of the Lord”, is presented by Rev.Paul Warnier of Peace Lutheran Church in Alcester, SD, The message is based on Deuteronomy 6: 4-9

This Wednesday, at 9:00am, the LADIES BIBLE STUDY will meet at the church.  Currently, we are covering the Bible in general and will be picking out a book of the Bible or a book study.  All Ladies are invited.

Reminder: THE MEN'S BIBLE STUDY meets at 6:00am at the church on Wednesday morning.  Currently we are studying the liturgy, and have plans on studying a book called "Man Up" next.  All men are invited

UMBRELLAS WANTED...and not just for our recent rains, but Harriet Schaeffer from Menno is collecting umbrellas for Orphan Grain Train in Norfolk to send to the Philippines where when it rains there, it pours.  If you would like to donate, she asks that you give her a call at 387-2788.

 

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY FUND DRIVE - It is a privilege to have the Freeman Regional Health Services in our community.  The Hospital Auxiliary is having their annual fund drive during the month of May and are asking for donations that will help to purchase needed equipment for the hospital, nursing home, and clinic. There is a free will basket in the fellowship hall at coffee hour during the month of May.  Your participation in this fund drive will be greatly appreciated.

 

IT IS PENTECOST AND SUNDAY SUNDAE.  Instead of the opening hymn today, the Sunday School will sing.  Also please join us after services for a Sunday School Sundae during fellowship and coffee hour.  Praise God for the gift of the Holy Spirit among our Sunday School youth and teachers.

05-13-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

HOLY COMMUNION is celebrated in our worship service today.  What a joy and privilege!  In this Sacrament our Lord gives unto us not only bread and wine, but also His very body and blood to eat and drink.  In this Sacrament He assures us that our sins are forgiven and He strengthens our faith.  To our guests who desire to receive Holy Communion, we ask that you consider the following:  If you do not believe in Jesus as your Savior, do not believe in the Real Presence of the Sacrament, or have never received instruction on how to prepare yourself for Communion, you should refrain from receiving the Sacrament, but are encouraged to come to the altar for a blessing, indicated by folding the arms over the chest.  We do this not to offend, but to honor the faith we hold at St. Paul Lutheran.  If you have any questions regarding communion, please speak to the Pastor or an Elder before service begins.

IN YOUR PRAYERS - 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING –May 20^th 10:30-Worship Service-Rev. Terry Makelin of St Paul Lutheran Church in Freeman, SD brings us today’s message “Rejoicing in His Holy Consolation”.  The message is based on Acts 2: 1-21. 

PRINTED SERVICES AVAILABLE.  For those who have difficulty handling or maneuvering the hymnal, or for those who just plain want to use them, we are currently printing some services out and putting them in the bulletin.  So, if you find it difficult to heft the hymnal, or find it difficult because you only can use one hand, or are new to our services and don't know where to turn next (visitor?), you may ask the usher for one of these printed services, where the entire service is printed and laid out in order.  Pastor

REMINDER: THE MEN'S BIBLE study meets at 6:00am at the church on Wednesday morning.  Currently we are studying the liturgy, and have plans on studying a book called "Man Up" next.  All men are invited.

THE CIRCUIT WINKEL, hosted by St. Paul Freeman is finally back on, scheduled for Thursday, May 17th, at 9:30am to about 4:00pm.  The Freeman circuit pastors will gather in the morning, commune together, then study until noon, followed by lunch, with more study and discussion in the afternoon.  If you wish to help serve a morning snack and/or lunch, please contact Gerry Saner who has graciously agreed to serve -  Pastor

Next Wednesday, at 9:00am, the LADIES BIBLE STUDY will meet at the church.  Currently, we are covering the Bible in general and will be picking out a book of the Bible or a book study.  All Ladies are invited.

There will be a parent/student meeting about the 2019 NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING on Wednesday evening May 16th at 7:00 in the youth group room.  Kids must be 14 by July 2019 to go and under 19 years old. Let Amber or Kristi know if you can’t make it but still want information. 

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY FUND DRIVE - It is a privilege to have the Freeman Regional Health Services in our community.  The Hospital Auxiliary is having their annual fund drive during the month of May and are asking for donations that will help to purchase needed equipment for the hospital, nursing home, and clinic. There is a free will basket in the fellowship hall at coffee hour during the month of May.  Your participation in this fund drive will be greatly appreciated.

GIFT FOR PASTOR CHRISTOPHER.  The Freeman circuit congregations would like to thank God for His servant, Circuit Visitor Pastor Tomas Christopher, by sending him to the Doxoogy program.  Doxology is a program to aid pastors, their wives, and congregation leaders, in the care of souls.  I have gone through this Doxology program with former congregations and it is a great gift to give anyone (I wish I would have thought of it).  In fact, I will be encouraging you to come with me sometime to partake in the program, I think your leaders would benefit by it greatly.  Anyways, If you would like to aid in this gift, we will have a free-will basket set in the fellowship hall, or you may give it directly to Leanne before May 15th.  Please make checks out to St. Paul, but put "Freeman Circuit #6" in the memo line, and we will know what it is for.  Thanks in advance. - Pastor

05-06-2018 Announcements

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE WITH US TODAY

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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING –May 13^th 10:30 AM-Worship Service-Today’s message is presented by Rev. Jason Letsche, Associate Pastor at Blessed Redeemer Lutheran Church in Brandon, SD.  The message is based on John 17:11-19 and is titled “No Reduction in Force”. 

PRINTED SERVICES AVAILABLE.  For those who have difficulty handling or maneuvering the hymnal, or for those who just plain want to use them, we are currently printing some services out and putting them in the bulletin.  So, if you find it difficult to heft the hymnal, or find it difficult because you only can use one hand, or are new to our services and don't know where to turn next (visitor?), you may ask the usher for one of these printed services, where the entire service is printed and laid out in order.
Pastor

SENIOR SUNDAY - Today we will be celebrating our High School Seniors by including them in prayer and recognizing their achievement.  Please remember Tracy Andersen, Bryce Dannenbring, Charles Harberts and Lindsay Thomas in your prayers as they graduate and prepare to follow God’s planned path after High School.

TRINITY OF HARTFORD is hosting an Alzheimer’s disease seminar today from 1 to 3 in the afternoon.  We will have a wide variety of information on the subject, and our guest speaker will be Pastor Max Phillips.  See bulletin board for more information.  This event is open to the community.

This Wednesday, at 9:00am, the LADIES BIBLE STUDY will meet at the church.  Currently, we are covering the Bible in general and will be picking out a book of the Bible or a book study.  All Ladies are invited.

REMINDER: THE MEN'S BIBLE study meets at 6:00am at the church on Wednesday morning.  Currently we are studying the liturgy, and have plans on studying a book called "Man Up" next.  All men are invited.

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY FUND DRIVE - It is a privilege to have the Freeman Regional Health Services in our community.  The Hospital Auxiliary is having their annual fund drive during the month of May and are asking for donations that will help to purchase needed equipment for the hospital, nursing home, and clinic. There is a free will basket in the fellowship hall at coffee hour during the month of May.  Your participation in this fund drive will be greatly appreciated.

CAMP MINNEBOJI is held every year at Camp Okoboji in NW Iowa. The summer camp, for kids in grades 4-9, features Bible study, mission presentations, music, crafts, sports, recreation, a camp T-shirt and the chance to meet new Christian friends.  This year’s camp is June 17 - June 23, 2018 and the theme is “iLIFE” based on I Peter 1. The Camp registration fee is $375 or $405 (Honor’s Camp) for the week. Registration deadline is May 1.   Contact pastor or the board of Ed if you have interest or see www.minneboji.com or Facebook: campminneboji for more information.

04-29-2018 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING –May 6: 10:30-Worship Service-Today’s message is presented by Rev. Corey Aaker, Senior Pastor at Faith Lutheran church in Sioux Falls, SD.  The topic, “Spirit, Water, and Blood” is based on 1 John 5: 6 & 7.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH meeting on April 29th during SS hour . Please try to be there.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE – Our spring voters meeting will be held today in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.  Please plan to attend.

THE SAMARITAN'S GROUP will be tying the blankets for seniors  today at 2 P.M. In the parish hall. Anyone who would like to help is welcome. Please bring sharp scissors if at all possible. 

TRINITY OF HARTFORD is hosting an Alzheimer’s disease seminar on May 6th from 1 to 3 in the afternoon.  We will have a wide variety of information on the subject, and our guest speaker will be Pastor Max Phillips.  See bulletin board for more information.  This event is open to the community.

THE MELCHER SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE is accepting applications for its 2018 awards. Contact Joan Dreessen or Karen Pidde for an application. Eligible applicants are members of St. Paul Lutheran Church who are high school seniors or college students. Completed forms should be returned to Pastor, Joan, or Karen on or before April 29, 2018.

LADIES AID will meet on May 3rd at 7:00 p.m. with Darlene Schrag as Hostess. We will have  Bible Study with Pastor Makelin  followed by the Business meeting.  Altar Flowers for May are Nancy Dykstra and Nanette Koehn.  Visiting helper is June Schamber. 

 

CAMP MINNEBOJI is held every year at Camp Okoboji in NW Iowa. The summer camp, for kids in grades 4-9, features Bible study, mission presentations, music, crafts, sports, recreation, a camp T-shirt and the chance to meet new Christian friends.  This year’s camp is June 17 - June 23, 2018 and the theme is “iLIFE” based on I Peter 1. The Camp registration fee is $375 or $405 (Honor’s Camp) for the week. Registration deadline is May 1.   Contact pastor or the board of Ed if you have interest or see www.minneboji.com or Facebook: campminneboji for more information.

SENIOR SUNDAY - On May 6th we will be celebrating our High School Seniors by including them in prayer and recognizing their achievement.  Please remember Tracy Andersen, Bryce Dannenbring, Charles Harberts and Lindsay Thomas in your prayers as they graduate and prepare to follow God’s planned path after High School.

04-22-2018 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 know Christ as they could, that they would accept the invitation to come to Church with you to hear God's Word preached in its purity, and see the Sacraments rightly administered.

MAIN STREET LIVING –April 29: Rev. John Fries Grace Lutheran in Deadwood, SD and Blessed Emmanuel Lutheran in Sturgis, SD.  Today’s message “The Vine”, based on John 15: 1-8. 

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH - there will not be Sunday School on April 22 but we will have a youth meeting on April 29th during SS hour . Please try to be there.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE – Our spring voters meeting will be held on April 29^th in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service.  Please plan to attend.

THE SAMARITAN'S GROUP will be tying the blankets for seniors on Sunday, April 29th at 2 P.M. In the parish hall. Anyone who would like to help is welcome. Please bring sharp scissors if at all possible. 

THE MELCHER SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE is accepting applications for its 2018 awards. Contact Joan Dreessen or Karen Pidde for an application. Eligible applicants are members of St. Paul Lutheran Church who are high school seniors or college students. Completed forms should be returned to Pastor, Joan, or Karen on or before April 29, 2018.

DID YOU KNOW... South Dakota Lutheran Women's Missionary League (LWML) has 11 mission projects that were completed using the mites of LWML members across the state. See the bulletin board for information of these projects and the rack for mite boxes (anyone can use these) 

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES is now taking bids for summer lawn care for the church property.  Please call your bid to Chad Knittel at 925-7350 or txt 913-558-2758 thank you.

LADIES AID will meet on May 3rd at 7:00 p.m. with Darlene Schrag as Hostess. We will have  Bible Study with Pastor Makelin  followed by the Business meeting.  Altar Flowers for May are Nancy Dykstra and Nanette Koehn.  Visiting helper is June Schamber. 

CAMP MINNEBOJI is held every year at Camp Okoboji in NW Iowa. The summer camp, for kids in grades 4-9, features Bible study, mission presentations, music, crafts, sports, recreation, a camp T-shirt and the chance to meet new Christian friends.  This year’s camp is June 17 - June 23, 2018 and the theme is “iLIFE” based on I Peter 1. The Camp registration fee is $375 or $405 (Honor’s Camp) for the week. Registration deadline is May 1.   Contact pastor or the board of Ed if you have interest or see www.minneboji.com or Facebook: campminneboji for more information.

LCMS is taking nominations for the next LCMS convention.  Please see bulletin board for more information.