09-23-2018 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 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 – September 30,2018:  Rev. Marcus Ring of St. John Lutheran Church in Gregory, South Dakota presents the message “The Hand That Leads”.  The sermon is based on Mark 9: 38-50.

TALK TO THE TRUSTEES if you are interested in the old countertops or cabinet doors. Otherwise this material will be disposed of in October. If anyone has questions they should contact Chad Knittel H (605) 925-7350 or M (913) 558-2758.

MENTOR/MENTEE Potluck set for tonight at 6:30pm.  Hot sandwiches and beverages will be provided. Mentors and Mentees please bring a side, salad or dessert to be shared. Also bring your calendar and some fun ideas for this year’s activities.

GREETING CARDS will be for sale at the Church Bazaar as a fundraiser for the Youth Group. Cash and carry Christian sentiment boxed cards of Christmas, Birthday, Sympathy styles and more. Please consider helping the youth raise money for their National Youth Gathering.

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – is starting to make plans for the November 1st event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery/Baked items/Misc. booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (cell - 661-4511 home - 925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

A NOTE TO PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS FROM PASTOR: The bulletin inserts are originally designed as a progressive memorization schedule  with the first level, "Primary" being grades 1 & 2, "Level 1" being grades 3 & 4, "Junior" - 5, "Level II - 6, "Level III - 7, and "Level IV" - 8.  These levels are only a guide however, and your child can memorize up to whatever level they are able.  To use these bulletin inserts, during the week, just before bed, or as you get ready for school, or at meals...take 15 minutes together to use the devotion on the one side as a family devotion, then speak together, aloud, the other side.  Don't worry if you child cannot read, because even the littlest ones can parrot back what the you say. When said aloud repeatedly, your child will accidentally begin to memorize it and place God's Word into their hearts and minds! – Pastor

AN EXAMPLE OF USING THE BULLETIN INSERTS: After the family devotion, have everyone speak aloud together; The Fourth Commandment: Honor your father and your mother.    If your child has already got this memorized, move up a level and also say aloud; What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not despise or anger our parents and other authorities, but honor them, serve and obey them, love and cherish them.... and so on.  Please contact me if I am not being clear, and may God's Word ring throughout your household! "But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”Joshua 24:15b - Pastor 

If you plan to attend the LAY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE/CIRCUIT FORUM held here at St. Paul Lutheran Freeman, this Saturday, Sept. 29th, please contact pastor, Jane Kliensasser, or Denise Peterson so enough food is prepared.

 

THE CIRCUIT FORUM will take place immediately following the Circuit Lay Leadership Conference this Saturday, the 29^th

LADIES AID and LWML will meet for Bible Study with Pastor Makelin on Oct. 4th at 7:00 pm.  Hostess for  the meeting is Joan Dreessen.  Visiting Helpers for October are Garnet Stern and Sharon Pfeiffer, Bob and Karen Pidde are on Altar Flowers.

 

09-16-2018 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 – September 23,2018:  The message is presented by Rev. Ryan Janke, Pastor at Christ Lutheran in Winner, and Zion Lutheran in Hamill South Dakota.  Derived from Mark 9: 30-37 he explains that Jesus “Humbly Served to Humbly Serve”. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Contact us at: info@mainstreetliving.com.

TALK TO THE TRUSTEES if you are interested in the old countertops or cabinet doors. Otherwise this material will be disposed of in October. If anyone has questions they should contact Chad Knittel H (605) 925-7350 or M (913) 558-2758.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will be starting today, we look forward for the children to come and learn about God and His mercy.

YOUTH GROUP MEETING tonight at 7pm, all 7th - 12th grade students invited.

MENTOR/MENTEE Potluck set for Sept 23 at 6:30pm.  Hot sandwiches and beverages will be provided. Mentors and Mentees please bring a side, salad or dessert to be shared. Also bring your calendar and some fun ideas for this year’s activities.

GREETING CARDS will be for sale at the Church Bazaar as a fundraiser for the Youth Group. Cash and carry Christian sentiment boxed cards of Christmas, Birthday, Sympathy styles and more. Please consider helping the youth raise money for their National Youth Gathering.

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – is starting to make plans for the November 1st event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery/Baked items/Misc. booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (cell - 661-4511 home - 925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

WE ARE LOOKING for more ushers for Sunday morning if you would be interested in ushering please let Pastor or Aleta Starner know.  We only have 4 on the list now and could use more thank you.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, we will be firing up a Christianity review-type study using material called Lutheranism 101 on Tuesday nights, 7:00-8:30, starting September 11th.  The materials do have a $22 cost, but if you cannot afford it, please let me know.  In addition, most Sundays though not all, this same topic and material will be covered during High School Sunday School after services (if you wish to come upstairs and join us).  So, you will have two chances to study the Christian faith a little deeper than way back in Confirmation (or maybe just remember what you were taught)  Please come and hear what we preach, teach, and confess! – Pastor

CIRCUIT LAY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE, is scheduled for Saturday, September 29 from 10:00 to 2:00 here at St. Paul in Freeman. The topic is Conflict Resolution in Church and Home, led by former District Reconciler Pastor Thomas Christopher.  He will lead the opening Bible study as well as teach on the topic.  Please plan on attending this conference (not far to go -grin) on this very important topic. – Pastor Makelin

CIRCUIT FORUM will take place immediately following the Circuit Lay Leadership Conference on the 29th. The Circuit must elect a pastor and lay voting delegate for the 2019 Synodical Convention in Florida.  The Forum may also submit overtures (in the form of proposed resolutions requesting action by the convention).  An electronic template/instruction document is available at lcms.org/convention/overtures. Please note: each congregation must have a voting delegate present at the forum (appointed or elected by the voter’s assembly).  This delegate has the authority to vote at the forum (in the election of the convention delegates and/or overtures) and any other business that may come up.  The pastoral delegate and alternate will be elected first, then a lay delegate and alternate (selected from candidates from each congregation nominating a person for convention lay delegate).

09-09-2018 Announcement

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 – September 16,2018:  Rev. Greg Hinners brings the message “God-Our Father-Who Vindicates Us, is Always Near”.  The message is based on Isaiah 3: 1-12.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Contact us at: info@mainstreetliving.com.

CHOIR PRACTICE will begin after services on September 9th.  It is open to all ages and all singing abilities.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will be starting on September 16, we look forward for the children to come and learn about God and His mercy.

TODAY ONLY:  There will be a small Card Station set up in the fellowship hall after service today for anyone wanting to write a short note of encouragement or written prayers to our church family service men.  They will be sent to them personally.
Cody Roth deployed overseas and Bryce Dannenbring in Basic Training.

MENTOR/MENTEE Potluck set for Sept 23 at 6:30pm.  Hot sandwiches and beverages will be provided. Mentors and Mentees please bring a side, salad or dessert to be shared. Also bring your calendar and some fun ideas for this year’s activities.

GREETING CARDS will be for sale at the Church Bazaar as a fundraiser for the Youth Group. Cash and carry Christian sentiment boxed cards of Christmas, Birthday, Sympathy styles and more. Please consider helping the youth raise money for their National Youth Gathering.

THE KITCHEN CABINET refacing began Monday August 27^th  The plan is to be done by September 10^th so the kitchen will be unavailable during this time.  If anyone has questions they can contact me H (605) 925-7350 or M (913)558-2758 thank you Chad Knittel.

WE ARE LOOKING for more ushers for Sunday morning if you would be interested in ushering please let Pastor or Aleta Starner know.  We only have 4 on the list now and could use more thank you.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, we will be firing up a Christianity review-type study using material called Lutheranism 101 on Tuesday nights, 7:00-8:30, starting September 11th.  The materials do have a $22 cost, but if you cannot afford it, please let me know.  In addition, most Sundays though not all, this same topic and material will be covered during High School Sunday School after services (if you wish to come upstairs and join us).  So, you will have two chances to study the Christian faith a little deeper than way back in Confirmation (or maybe just remember what you were taught)  Please come and hear what we preach, teach, and confess! – Pastor

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – is starting to make plans for the November 1st event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery/Baked items/Misc. booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (cell - 661-4511 home - 925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

YOUTH GROUP MEETING Sunday Sept 16th 7pm, all 7th - 12th grade students invited.

CIRCUIT LAY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE, is scheduled for Saturday, September 29 from 10:00 to 2:00 here at St. Paul in Freeman. The topic is Conflict Resolution in Church and Home, led by former District Reconciler Pastor Thomas Christopher.  He will lead the opening Bible study as well as teach on the topic.  Please plan on attending this conference (not far to go -grin) on this very important topic. – Pastor Makelin

 

CIRCUIT FORUM will take place immediately following the Circuit Lay Leadership Conference on the 29th. The Circuit must elect a pastor and lay voting delegate for the 2019 Synodical Convention in Florida.  The Forum may also submit overtures (in the form of proposed resolutions requesting action by the convention).  An electronic template/instruction document is available at lcms.org/convention/overtures. Please note: each congregation must have a voting delegate present at the forum (appointed or elected by the voter’s assembly).  This delegate has the authority to vote at the forum (in the election of the convention delegates and/or overtures) and any other business that may come up.  The pastoral delegate and alternate will be elected first, then a lay delegate and alternate (selected from candidates from each congregation nominating a person for convention lay delegate).

09-02-2018 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 – September 09,2018:  Rev. Ray Greenseth Pastor at Messiah, Murdo; St. Paul, Draper; and Our Redeemer in Philip, SD.  Based on Mark 7:31-37 “A…Sign of Love” is the message of the day.  The hymns: O Son of God, in Galilee; Praise the Almighty; O Christ, Our True and only Light; and Christ, Our Human Likeness Sharing.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Contact us at: info@mainstreetliving.com.

LADIES AID and LWML will meet for Bible Study with Pastor  Makelin on Sept. 6 at 7:00 p.m.  Hostess for the meeting is Joan Dreessen.  Garnet Stern is on Altar flowers for September  and Darlene Schrag is Visiting Helper.  Coffee Hour Committee for September 2nd is Cindy Hofer, Julie Huber and Phyllis Knittel.

CHOIR PRACTICE will begin after services on September 9th.  It is open to all ages and all singing abilities.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will be starting on September 16, we look forward for the children to come and learn about God and His mercy.

THE KITCHEN CABINET refacing began Monday August 27^th  The plan is to be done by September 10^th so the kitchen will be unavailable during this time.  If anyone has questions they can contact me H (605) 925-7350 or M (913)558-2758 thank you Chad Knittel.

"MAN UP" is not a call to assert your rights in a feminized culture.  Its a call, first of all, to fix our eyes and your hope on the Man up on the cross, and second, to find in HIs selfless sacrifice the perfect example for manliness in a self-indulgent, self-centered society."  From Man Up!  The Quest for Masculinity.  Please join the Men's morning Bible study this Wednesday, September 5th at 6:00 a.m. for this Biblical study

WE ARE LOOKING for more ushers for Sunday morning if you would be interested in ushering please let Pastor or Aleta Starner know.  We only have 4 on the list now and could use more thank you.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, we will be firing up a Christianity review-type study using material called Lutheranism 101 on Tuesday nights, 7:00-8:30, starting September 11th.  The materials do have a $22 cost, but if you cannot afford it, please let me know.  In addition, most Sundays though not all, this same topic and material will be covered during High School Sunday School after services (if you wish to come upstairs and join us).  So, you will have two chances to study the Christian faith a little deeper than way back in Confirmation (or maybe just remember what you were taught)  Please come and hear what we preach, teach, and confess! – Pastor

THE BAZAAR COMMITTEE – is starting to make plans for the November 1st event, which will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food donations are needed for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, salads, pies, cake, pickles, crackers & coffee. We will also need workers for the day and evening shifts. We are planning on a Crafts/Stitchery/Baked items/Misc. booth and the Lunch Counter. Please see or call Sharon Pfeiffer (925-7604), Kelli Broders (cell - 661-4511 home - 925-7502), or Penny Smidt (925-4292) if you are willing to donate food or work.

PARENTS HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY to teach the doctrines (teachings) of the faith to their children until they are mature enough to carry on learning God's Holy Word on their own - which is what we call "confirmation".  (You shall teach them to your children, talking of them when you are sitting in your house, and when you are walking by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise - Deut.11:19 and others).  The basic foundation of these doctrines is Luther's Small Catechism.  To help parents, I will begin after Labor Day to include bulletin inserts that have a section of the Small Catechism (with explanation and Bible verses) on one side, and a family devotion and prayer on the other side.  Like the "Kids in the Divine Service" inserts, I pray these resources will help you in your vocation as Christian father and mother.

CATECHISM REBOOT!  Yep.  It is that time of year again. For those parents who would like me to teach their child a deeper understanding of the doctrines of the faith leading to confirmation (finishing school so to speak), we will meet with parent(s) and child on Wednesdays at 6:30, beginning Wednesday September 5th, and continue approximately through May.  For midweek Advent and Lent Wednesdays, we will switch to 4:00 so parent and child can worship together at 7:00 (parents need not attend at 4:00).  While traditionally, this type of instruction begins in 7th grade, any age past third grade is welcome to attend, just be aware that age, or the number of years the student has attended will NOT have anything to do with whether they are ready to be confirmed!  This is something that you, me, the student, and the elders determine and could come after one year, three years, in sixth grade, or 9th grade.  It will depend instead, on if your child's maturity...physically, mentally, and spiritually.  The question will be; Is your child ready to take the responsibility of learning the faith on their own without being told?  Please contact me to sign up (402-336-7819) so I can make sure I have enough materials.  Pastor Terry Makelin

CIRCUIT LAY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE, is scheduled for Saturday, September 29 from 10:00 to 2:00 here at St. Paul in Freeman. The topic is Conflict Resolution in Church and Home, led by former District Reconciler Pastor Thomas Christopher.  He will lead the opening Bible study as well as teach on the topic.  Please plan on attending this conference (not far to go -grin) on this very important topic. – Pastor Makelin

CIRCUIT FORUM will take place immediately following the Circuit Lay Leadership Conference on the 29th. The Circuit must elect a pastor and lay voting delegate for the 2019 Synodical Convention in Florida.  The Forum may also submit overtures (in the form of proposed resolutions requesting action by the convention).  An electronic template/instruction document is available at lcms.org/convention/overtures. Please note: each congregation must have a voting delegate present at the forum (appointed or elected by the voter’s assembly).  This delegate has the authority to vote at the forum (in the election of the convention delegates and/or overtures) and any other business that may come up.  The pastoral delegate and alternate will be elected first, then a lay delegate and alternate (selected from candidates from each congregation nominating a person for convention lay delegate).

08-26-2018 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 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 – September 02,2018:. No information available.

THREE ADMISSIONS OF THE AUTHOR: (First) "Just because I wrote a book on masculinity doesn't mean I am an expert...(Second) I have this book.  Some of it, at least....(Third) this is a book about Jesus.  That's going to frustrate you too." from Man Up!  The Quest for Masculinity.  Please join the Men's morning Bible study, starting September 5th at 6:00 a.m. for this Biblical study

THE FLORAL ARRANGEMENT on the alter is made in celebration of the 50^th wedding anniversary of Gary & Cheryl Walz

MENTOR/MENTEE MEETING at 7 pm tonight  Dustin & Daniel hosting

LADIES AID and LWML will meet for Bible Study with Pastor  Makelin on Sept. 6 at 7:00 p.m.  Hostess for the meeting is Joan Dreessen.  Garnet Stern is on Altar flowers for September  and Darlene Schrag is Visiting Helper.  Coffee Hour Committee for September 2nd is Cindy Hofer, Julie Huber and Phyllis Knittel.

CIRCUIT LAY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE, is scheduled for Saturday, September 29 from 10:00 to 2:00 here at St. Paul in Freeman. The topic is Conflict Resolution in Church and Home, led by former District Reconciler Pastor Thomas Christopher.  He will lead the opening Bible study as well as teach on the topic.  Please plan on attending this conference (not far to go -grin) on this very important topic. – Pastor Makelin

 

CIRCUIT FORUM will take place immediately following the Circuit Lay Leadership Conference on the 29th. The Circuit must elect a pastor and lay voting delegate for the 2019 Synodical Convention in Florida.  The Forum may also submit overtures (in the form of proposed resolutions requesting action by the convention).  An electronic template/instruction document is available at lcms.org/convention/overtures. Please note: each congregation must have a voting delegate present at the forum (appointed or elected by the voter’s assembly).  This delegate has the authority to vote at the forum (in the election of the convention delegates and/or overtures) and any other business that may come up.  The pastoral delegate and alternate will be elected first, then a lay delegate and alternate (selected from candidates from each congregation nominating a person for convention lay delegate).

THE KITCHEN CABINET refacing will begin Monday.  The plan is to beginning August 27^th and be done by September 10^th so the kitchen will be unavailable during this time.  If anyone has questions they can contact me H (605) 925-7350 or M (913)558-2758 thank you Chad Knittel.

PARENTS HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY to teach the doctrines (teachings) of the faith to their children until they are mature enough to carry on learning God's Holy Word on their own - which is what we call "confirmation".  (You shall teach them to your children, talking of them when you are sitting in your house, and when you are walking by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise - Deut.11:19 and others).  The basic foundation of these doctrines is Luther's Small Catechism.  To help parents, I will begin after Labor Day to include bulletin inserts that have a section of the Small Catechism (with explanation and Bible verses) on one side, and a family devotion and prayer on the other side.  Like the "Kids in the Divine Service" inserts, I pray these resources will help you in your vocation as Christian father and mother.

CATECHISM REBOOT!  Yep.  It is that time of year again. For those parents who would like me to teach their child a deeper understanding of the doctrines of the faith leading to confirmation (finishing school so to speak), we will meet with parent(s) and child on Wednesdays at 6:30, beginning Wednesday September 5th, and continue approximately through May.  For midweek Advent and Lent Wednesdays, we will switch to 4:00 so parent and child can worship together at 7:00 (parents need not attend at 4:00).  While traditionally, this type of instruction begins in 7th grade, any age past third grade is welcome to attend, just be aware that age, or the number of years the student has attended will NOT have anything to do with whether they are ready to be confirmed!  This is something that you, me, the student, and the elders determine and could come after one year, three years, in sixth grade, or 9th grade.  It will depend instead, on if your child's maturity...physically, mentally, and spiritually.  The question will be; Is your child ready to take the responsibility of learning the faith on their own without being told?  Please contact me to sign up (402-336-7819) so I can make sure I have enough materials.  Pastor Terry Makelin

 

WE ARE LOOKING for more ushers for Sunday morning if you would be interested in ushering please let Pastor or Aleta Starner know.  We only have 4 on the list now and could use more thank you.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will be starting on September 16, we look forward for the children to come and learn about God and His mercy.

08-19-2018 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 – August 26,2018:. Worship Service- The message is presented by Rev. Dr. Corey Rajek, Senior Pastor at Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church in Pierre, SD.  Based on Mark 7:1-13, he tells us of “God’s Recipe for Salvation”.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

"I DON'T KNOW WHAT IT SAYS ABOUT YOU that you either bought a book on how to be a man or were given a book on how to be a man...Such is evidence that as a society, we have simply lost-or forgotten- the collective knowledge of what it means to be a man"  From the author in the preface of Man Up!  The Quest for Masculinity.  Please join the Men's morning Bible study, starting September 5th at 6:00 a.m. for this Biblical study

HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED BECOMING A PASTOR OR DEACONESS?  Did you know that recruiters from our two Seminaries (Concordia Theological Ft. Wayne, and Concordia St. Louis) make area visits to meet with prospective students of all ages (elementary through adults)?  The two Seminaries also have on-campus visitations, but these area visits are opportunities to informally meet with the recruiters (bring family/friends) within an hour or two drive.  Please let me know if you are interested and I can get you details of when and where.  Or, you can dig around on their websites (ctsfw.edu and csl.edu) – Pastor

PARENTS HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY to teach the doctrines (teachings) of the faith to their children until they are mature enough to carry on learning God's Holy Word on their own - which is what we call "confirmation".  (You shall teach them to your children, talking of them when you are sitting in your house, and when you are walking by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise - Deut.11:19 and others).  The basic foundation of these doctrines is Luther's Small Catechism.  To help parents, I will begin after Labor Day to include bulletin inserts that have a section of the Small Catechism (with explanation and Bible verses) on one side, and a family devotion and prayer on the other side.  Like the "Kids in the Divine Service" inserts, I pray these resources will help you in your vocation as Christian father and mother.

CATECHISM REBOOT!  Yep.  It is that time of year again. For those parents who would like me to teach their child a deeper understanding of the doctrines of the faith leading to confirmation (finishing school so to speak), we will meet with parent(s) and child on Wednesdays at 6:30, beginning Wednesday September 5th, and continue approximately through May.  For midweek Advent and Lent Wednesdays, we will switch to 4:00 so parent and child can worship together at 7:00 (parents need not attend at 4:00).  While traditionally, this type of instruction begins in 7th grade, any age past third grade is welcome to attend, just be aware that age, or the number of years the student has attended will NOT have anything to do with whether they are ready to be confirmed!  This is something that you, me, the student, and the elders determine and could come after one year, three years, in sixth grade, or 9th grade.  It will depend instead, on if your child's maturity...physically, mentally, and spiritually.  The question will be; Is your child ready to take the responsibility of learning the faith on their own without being told?  Please contact me to sign up (402-336-7819) so I can make sure I have enough materials.  Pastor Terry Makelin

08-12-2018 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 – August 19,2018:. Worship Service-Rev. Tim Koch of Concordia Lutheran in Cresbard and  Immanuel Lutheran in Wecota, South Dakota brings us the message “The effects of being filled with the Holy Spirit.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com

"WHEN A MAN SAYS OF HIS SON, "I just want him to be happy", it means he has given up hope that his boy will be a man" and "we don't really want our sons to be happy, we want them to be virtuous"  From the forward of Man Up!  The Quest for Masculinity.  Please join the Men's morning Bible study, starting September 5th at 6:00 a.m. for this Biblical study

PLEASE WELCOME INTO GOD'S FAMILY, Pastor Makelin's grand-daughter; Fiona Kettler.  The parents, Ted and Monique Kettler thank you for being a part of this Divine event.
Pastor

08-05-2018 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 – August 12,2018:. Worship Service-The message is delivered by Rev. Tim Koch of Concordia Lutheran in Cresbard and Immanuel Lutheran is Wecota, South Dakota.  Based on Ephasians 4: 17- 5:2. The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

MEN'S MORNING BIBLE STUDY - We will resume again Wednesday morning, August 8th at 6:00a.m. 

07-29-2018 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 – August 5,2018:. Worship Service-Rev. Caleb Schewe of Our Savior’s Lutheran in Wilmot and Trinity Lutheran in Corona, South Dakota brings us the message “Prince of Peace” based on Luke 1: 41-48.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web site: www.mainstreetliving.com.

PASTOR VACATION.  Pastor and Mary will be out of town (off and on) for vacation starting July 23rd and ending August 4th.  Rev. Dick Luttmann of Sioux Falls will be preaching for services on July 29th.  Pastor Makelin will be available by cell phone (402-336-7819) where you can leave a message, and Rev. Matt Resner (387-5188) of Menno/Scotland will be covering emergencies. 

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our summer voters meeting will be held today in the fellowship hall right after the worship service.  Please plan on attending.

 

THE MEN'S MORNING BIBLE STUDY will not meet in pastor's absence on August 1.  We will resume again Wednesday morning, August 8th at 6:00a.m. 

LADIES AID and LWML will not meet in August.  Cheri Knittel  is on Altar Flowers for August and Visiting Helper is open.

07-22-2018 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 29,2018:. Worship Service-Based on Mark 6: 49-52, Rev. Samuel Bobby of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Aberdeen, SD brings the message “That’s Not Amazing”.   The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web  site: www.mainstreetliving.com

PASTOR VACATION.  Pastor and Mary will be out of town (off and on) for vacation starting July 23rd and ending August 4th.  Rev. Dick Luttmann of Sioux Falls will be preaching for services on July 29th.  Pastor Makelin will be available by cell phone (402-336-7819) where you can leave a message, and Rev. Matt Resner (387-5188) of Menno/Scotland will be covering emergencies. 

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our summer voters meeting will be held on July 29 in the fellowship hall right after the worship service.  Please plan on attending.

THE MEN'S MORNING BIBLE STUDY will not meet in pastor's absence on July 25 and August 1.  We will resume again Wednesday morning, August 8th at 6:00a.m. 

PERSONAL NOTE FROM PASTOR:  I would just like everyone to know how impressed I am with all those who helped with Vacation (Vocation) Bible School this past week.  I talked them into new material, so it was different than what they were used to, so after a rocky start, they stepped up to the challenge and taught the kids God's Holy Word (including the Ten Commandments! - but especially, that Christ died for you!)  Thanks be to God for the saints that risked their sanity to teach those young Christians, and also thanks be to God for His gracious gift revealed in the little ones who come to Him.  If you know of someone who helped with VBS, please thank them on behalf of a member of the congregation of St. Paul, Freeman. Solo De Gloria.

LADIES AID and LWML will not meet in August.  Cheri Knittel  is on Altar Flowers for August and Visiting Helper is open.

07-15-2018 Announcements

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.

 

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 22,2018:. Worship Service-Rev. Lloyd Redage of St. John’s in Britton and St. Paul’s in Ferney South Dakota, brings the message “Good Leadership”.  The message is based on Jeremiah 23:2.  The program is interpreted and closed captioned for the hearing impaired.  Additional information is available on the web  site: www.mainstreetliving.com

PASTOR VACATION.  Pastor and Mary will be out of town (off and on) for vacation starting July 23rd and ending August 4th.  Rev. Dick Luttmann of Sioux Falls will be preaching for services on July 29th.  Pastor Makelin will be available by cell phone (402-336-7819) where you can leave a message, and Rev. Matt Resner (387-5188) of Menno/Scotland will be covering emergencies. 

A MOBILE LUTHERAN BIBLE STUDY…Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show and podcast hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken and produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL. This week’s subjects include: The Movie “Ant Man and The Wasp,” An Introduction to Ecclesiastes, Ruth, Elijah, Ezekiel, Mary Magdalene and more. You can listen live or at your convenience at www.issuesetc.org and on the LPR mobile app.

QUARTERLY VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our summer voters meeting will be held on July 29 in the fellowship hall right after the worship service.  Please plan on attending.