01-26-2020 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Sharon, Arlene, Shirley, June Heckenlaible and Brandon*) and for those being treated for long term health issues or mobility issues (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Darlene, Harvey, Marvin, Susan and Reno*).  *=non member

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

TWO LARGE PRINT SERVICES are being printed and are available for anyone who needs them.  We can print more if needed, just let the office know. Remember, there are five bi-fold printed services available for guests or those who have difficulty holding the hymnal.

ATTENTION DARTBALL PLAYERS:  This week’s game is Monday, Jan. 27—FREEMAN at DELMONT.  Game time is 7:30 pm.

If you want to carpool, be at St. Paul/Freeman by 6:30 pm.  Thanks, Rev. Weeman 925-4004

NO MENTOR MENTEE meeting on Sunday, January 26th.

FEBRUARY FUNDRAISER - Steak Supper: The Youth Group will again be offering a steak supper on the evening of February 16th. More information and sign-up sheets will be posted in the fellowship hall. If interested please sign up by Feb 9th.

SOUTH EAST SD LUTHERANS FOR LIFE is $2600 short in their budget, largely in part because inclement weather prevented the bike for life event last year.  Please consider donating to them at PO Box 265Menno, SD 57045 so they may continue to support the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls providing ultrasounds for expecting mothers and fathers to see the gift of life in them. January 22nd was the anniversary of Roe vs Wade. In the 47 years since, over 61.5 million babies in the United States have been killed in voluntary pregnancy terminations (abortions)

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on Feb. 6th at 2:00 p.m. for Bible study and meetings.  Sharon Pfeiffer is on for Altar flowers for February.  No Visiting Helpers for February.

ANNUAL VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our Annual Voters Meeting will be held today in the Fellowship Hall right after the Worship Service.  Please plan to attend.  Thank you

We, the THRIVENT COMMITTEE of St Paul's, are reminding you to direct your Thrivent Choice Dollars every year before March 1st.  Without your individual directive, Thrivent chooses which non-profit organization receives your money.  We hope that you will either call or go online to designate our church as the recipient of those funds to benefit our needs here at home. 1-800-847-4836 or thrivent.com   Thank you! 

01-19-2020 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Sharon, Arlene and Brandon*) and for those being treated for long term health issues or mobility issues (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Darlene, Harvey, Marvin, Susan and Reno*).  *=non member

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

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

TWO LARGE PRINT PRINT SERVICES are being printed and are available for anyone who needs them.  We can print more if needed, just let the office know. Remember, there are five bi-fold printed services available for guests or those who have difficulty holding the hymnal.

ATTENTION DARTBALL PLAYERS:  ATTENTION DARTBALL PLAYERS: This week’s game is Monday, Jan. 20—CLAYTON at FREEMAN.  Game time is 7:30 pm.  Please remember to bring your lunch item.  Thanks.  Rev. Weeman 925-4004.

ANNUAL REPORTS THAT ARE NEEDED YET:  Elders and Board of Evangelism please give

 

 

to Denise, Aleta or Pastor.  Thank you for the ones that we have received.

ANNUAL VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our Annual Voters Meeting will be held on January 26,2020 in the Fellowship Hall right after the Worship Serive.  Please plan to attend.  Thank you

We, the THRIVENT COMMITTEE of St Paul's, are reminding you to direct your Thrivent Choice Dollars every year before March 1st.  Without your individual directive, Thrivent chooses which non-profit organization receives your money.  We hope that you will either call or go online to designate our church as the recipient of those funds to benefit our needs here at home. 1-800-847-4836 or thrivent.com   Thank you! 

2020 South Dakota Lutherans For Life Essay Contest Students grades 6-12 are invited to write a life-affirming essay based on the 2020 Conference theme: “From Invisible to Indispensable...”  and Conference bible verse: “On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable”. (1 Corinthians 12:22). See details on the LFL poster on the bulletin board.

A MONTHLY GROWN UP BIBLE BOWL COMPETITION takes place in Mitchell at 6:00 on the 1st Sunday of the month. Whether you want to compete in a match or not, everyone is welcome to attend and watch and see how many answers they know! You need not have a full team since they usually pick teams randomly the night of the competition. Please contact Pastor Makelin for details

01-12-2020 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Sharon and Reno) and for those being treated for long term health issues or mobility issues (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne, Marvin, Garnet, Arlene, Bonnie, Brandon and Susan).

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

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

ATTENTION DARTBALL PLAYERS:  The 2020 season will soon begin.  There will be a PRACTICE TODAY at 3:00 pm at St. Paul/Freeman. The FIRST GAME is this MONDAY, January 13—Freeman at Mitchell.  GAME TIME is 7:30 pm.  If you want to CARPOOL, be at St. Paul/Freeman at 6:15 pm.  If you have not played dartball and are interested come to practice and check it out.  (Men, women, teenagers are welcome to participate.)  PLAYERS ARE NEEDED.  There is no cost and most of the games are on Monday nights.  For more information contact Rev. Weeman at (605) 925-4004).

ANNUAL REPORTS THAT ARE NEEDED YET:   Trustee, Elders, Board of Education, Youth Group, Mentor/Mentee, LWML, Board of Evangelism and Treasure please give to Denise, Aleta or Pastor.  Thank you for the ones that we have received.

We, the THRIVENT COMMITTEE of St Paul's, are reminding you to direct your Thrivent Choice Dollars every year before March 1st.  Without your individual directive, Thrivent chooses which non-profit organization receives your money.  We hope that you will either call or go online to designate our church as the recipient of those funds to benefit our needs here at home. 1-800-847-4836 or thrivent.com   Thank you! 

2020 South Dakota Lutherans For Life Essay Contest Students grades 6-12 are invited to write a life-affirming essay based on the 2020 Conference theme: “From Invisible to Indispensable...”  and Conference bible verse: “On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable”. (1 Corinthians 12:22). See details on the LFL poster on the bulletin board.

While we sang more CHRISTMAS HYMNS this Advent, I acknowledge we did not sing your favorites.  Forgive me and please send by email or note the hymn number of your favorite hymn so I may make adjustments next year.  Pastor

A MONTHLY GROWN UP BIBLE BOWL COMPETITION takes place in Mitchell at 6:00 on the 1st Sunday of the month. Whether you want to compete in a match or not, everyone is welcome to attend and watch and see how many answers they know! You need not have a full team since they usually pick teams randomly the night of the competition. Please contact Pastor Makelin for details

ANNUAL VOTERS MEETING NOTICE:  Our Annual Voters Meeting will be held on January 26,2020 in the Fellowship Hall right after the Worship Serive.  Please plan to attend.  Thank you

01-05-2020 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Sharon) and for those being treated for long term health issues or mobility issues (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne, Marvin, Garnet, Arlene, Bonnie and Susan).

HOLY COMMUNION Today, St. Paul Lutheran Freeman will be participating in the intimate and blessed Sacrament of the Altar.  We respectfully ask that all guests speak to the pastor before coming to the rail, or cross your arms across your chest to receive a blessing. St. Paul members, please write the family name and number of family communing on the registration sheet so we can get an accurate count of how many to set for the Table of our Lord.

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

ATTENTION DARTBALL PLAYERS: The 2020 season will soon begin.  There will be a practice TODAY,  Jan. 5 and next Sunday, January 12^th at 3:00 pm at St. Paul/Freeman.  If you have not played dartball and are interested come to practice and check it out.  PLAYERS ARE NEEDED.  (Men, Women, and teenagers are welcome to participate.) There is no cost.  For more information, contact Rev. Weeman at (605) 925-4004

LADIES AID & LWML will meet this Thursday January 9^th at 2 p.m.  Due to conflicts the meeting was postponed from January 2^nd to this Thursday.

WE WILL BE TALKING DOWN the christmas decorations on Friday evening January 10th at 6:30. Please come to help the more the merrier. 

ANNUAL REPORTS are due again, please give to Denise, Aleta or Pastor.

 

THE ANNUAL BASIC CHRISTIAN QUESTIONS AND THEIR ANSWERS CLASS will begin Jan. 7th through February 4th on Tuesdays at 7:00 for those who; want to review the basics of the faith, wish to become members, or will be new board members of volunteers.  Please contact Pastor (by email, text, or note) so he knows how many materials to make.

2020 South Dakota Lutherans For Life Essay Contest Students grades 6-12 are invited to write a life-affirming essay based on the 2020 Conference theme: “From Invisible to Indispensable...”  and Conference bible verse: “On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable”. (1 Corinthians 12:22). See details on the LFL poster on the bulletin board.

12-29-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Sharon) and for those being treated for long term health issues or mobility issues (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne, Marvin, Garnet, Arlene, Bonnie and Susan).

HOLY COMMUNION Today, St. Paul Lutheran Freeman will be participating in the intimate and blessed Sacrament of the Altar.  We respectfully ask that all guests speak to the pastor before coming to the rail, or cross your arms across your chest to receive a blessing. St. Paul members, please write the family name and number of family communing on the registration sheet so we can get an accurate count of how many to set for the Table of our Lord.

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

ATTENTION DARTBALL PLAYERS: The 2020 season will soon begin.  There will be a practice TODAY, Dec. 29 and next Sunday, Jan. 5 at 3:00 pm at St. Paul/Freeman.  If you have not played dartball and are interested come to practice and check it out.  PLAYERS ARE NEEDED.  (Men, Women, and teenagers are welcome to participate.) 

There is no cost.  For more information, contact Rev. Weeman at (605) 925-4004

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on January 2nd at 2:00 p.m.  for Bible Study and meetings.  On Altar flowers for January is Sharon Pfeiffer and Visiting Helpers are Sharon Pfeiffer and Garnet Stern. 

ANNUAL REPORTS are due again, please give to Denise, Aleta or Pastor.

MAIN STREET LIVING is the Christmas project for LADIES AID and LWML.  There will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall for a few Sundays if you are interested in supporting this program. Thank you for any contribution.  Funds will be matched by the Ladies Aid.  

THE MENTOR/MENTEE GROUP will be gathering personal hygiene items for the Food Pantry. There is a large box in the fellowship hall to put these items. The congregation is invited to help us with this project.  There is a list of suggested items on the bulletin board. Thank you!

THE ANNUAL BASIC CHRISTIAN QUESTIONS AND THEIR ANSWERS CLASS will begin Jan. 7th through February 4th on Tuesdays at 7:00 for those who; want to review the basics of the faith, wish to become members, or will be new board members of volunteers.  Please contact Pastor (by email, text, or note) so he knows how many materials to make.

2020 South Dakota Lutherans For Life Essay Contest Students grades 6-12 are invited to write a life-affirming essay based on the 2020 Conference theme: “From Invisible to Indispensable...”  and Conference bible verse: “On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable”. (1 Corinthians 12:22). See details on the LFL poster on the bulletin board.

12-22-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (esp. Sharon) and for those being treated for long term health issues or mobility issues (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne, Marvin, Garnet, Arlene, Bonnie and Susan).

HOLY COMMUNION Today, St. Paul Lutheran Freeman will be participating in the intimate and blessed Sacrament of the Altar.  We respectfully ask that all guests speak to the pastor before coming to the rail, or cross your arms across your chest to receive a blessing. St. Paul members, please write the family name and number of family communing on the registration sheet so we can get an accurate count of how many to set for the Table of our Lord.

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

POINSETTIAS have been placed in loving memory of our loved ones.  Arlene Stern and family in memory of Arden Stern; Joann Schmidt and family in memory of Donnie and Alex; Gary & Cheryl Walz in memory of Ervin and Laura Jensen, Edmund and Pauline Walz.  John and Aleta Starner in memory of Edith Starner, Gordon, Harriet and Luther Vizecky.  Your poinsettias may be picked up after services on Christmas Day or left through the 29^th if you so choose. 

DISTRICT PRESIDENT REV. SAILER preaches today on Luke 1:39-56  Theme: “The Advent Song of Mary”. Pastor Makelin will be the liturgist

PLEASE COME to the Christmas Eve Children’s Program and Prayer Service Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. and Christmas Day (w/Holy Communion) at 8:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Menno or here at St. Paul Lutheran at 9:30 a.m.

ATTENTION DARTBALL PLAYERS:  The 2020 season will soon begin.  There will be a practice next SUNDAY DECEMBER, 29 and JANUARY 5 at 3:00 pm at St. Paul/ Freeman.  If you have not played dartball and are interested come to practice and check it out.  (Men, women and teenagers are welcome to participate.)  There is no cost.  For more information, Contact Rev. Weeman at (605) 925-4004.

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on January 2nd at 2:00 p.m.  for Bible Study and meetings.  On Altar flowers for January is Sharon Pfeiffer and Visiting Helpers are Sharon Pfeiffer and Garnet Stern. 

ANNUAL REPORTS are due again, please give to Denise, Aleta or Pastor.

MAIN STREET LIVING is the Christmas project for LADIES AID and LWML.  There will be a

 

basket in the Fellowship Hall for a few Sundays if you are interested in supporting this program.

 

Thank you for any contribution.  Funds will be matched by the Ladies Aid.  

THE MENTOR/MENTEE GROUP will be gathering personal hygiene items for the Food Pantry. There is a large box in the fellowship hall to put these items. The congregation is invited to help us with this project.  There is a list of suggested items on the bulletin board. Thank you!

THE ANNUAL BASIC CHRISTIAN QUESTIONS AND THEIR ANSWERS CLASS will begin Jan. 7th through February 4th on Tuesdays at 7:00 for those who; want to review the basics of the faith, wish to become members, or will be new board members of volunteers.  Please contact Pastor (by email, text, or note) so he knows how many materials to make

2020 South Dakota Lutherans For Life Essay Contest Students grades 6-12 are invited to write a life-affirming essay based on the 2020 Conference theme: “From Invisible to Indispensable...”  and Conference bible verse: “On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable”. (1 Corinthians 12:22). See details on the LFL poster on the bulletin board.

12-15-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (esp. ______) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne, Brandon, Ty, Marvin, Garnet, Arlene and Bonnie).

HOLY COMMUNION Today, St. Paul Lutheran Freeman will be participating in the intimate and blessed Sacrament of the Altar.  We respectfully ask that all guests speak to the pastor before coming to the rail, or cross your arms across your chest to receive a blessing. St. Paul members, please write the family name and number of family communing on the registration sheet so we can get an accurate count of how many to set for the Table of our Lord.

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

THE YOUTH GROUP is serving meals for the midweek services from 6-6:45pm (Dec 4, 11 & 18th). The menu will be posted on bulletin board the week before and a freewill donation will be excepted at the meals.

LAST WEEK to purchase from Youth Group fundraiser. Today at Coffee Hour and Wednesday at Mid-week meal. The cash and carry

ANNUAL REPORTS are due again, please give to Denise, Aleta or Pastor.

MAIN STREET LIVING is the Christmas project for LADIES AID and LWML.  There will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall for a few Sundays if you are interested in supporting this program. Thank you for any contribution.  Funds will be matched by the Ladies Aid.  

THE LADIES AID has given a check for $6000.00 to the church treasurer, which is for the income from the Bazaar & other money the Ladies Aid has received. The Bazaar income this year was $5917.75. Thank you . 

MEN'S BIBLE STUDY AND AFTER SCHOOL MIDWEEK will meet yet this Wednesday and resume January 8th.

DISTRICT PRESIDENT REV. SAILER will be the guest preacher next Sunday, December 22nd. Pastor Makelin will be the liturgist

The annual Basic Christian Questions And Their Answers class will begin Jan. 7th through February 4th on Tuesdays at 7:00 for those who; want to review the basics of the faith, wish to become members, or will be new board members of volunteers.  Please contact Pastor (by email, text, or note) so he knows how many materials to make

THE MENTOR/MENTEE GROUP will be gathering personal hygiene items for the Food Pantry. There is a large box in the fellowship hall to put these items. The congregation is invited to help us with this project.  There is a list of suggested items on the bulletin board. Thank you!

Katelyn and Karen will be hosting the Mentor /Mentee meeting on December 22nd at 6:30

12-08-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Ty, Marvin, Garnet, Arlene and Bonnie) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne).

HOLY COMMUNION Today, St. Paul Lutheran Freeman will be participating in the intimate and blessed Sacrament of the Altar.  We respectfully ask that all guests speak to the pastor before coming to the rail, or cross your arms across your chest to receive a blessing. St. Paul members, please write the family name and number of family communing on the registration sheet so we can get an accurate count of how many to set for the Table of our Lord.

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

COUNCIL MEETING – there will be a short council meeting after Church on Wednesday, December 11^th.

DURING ADVENT MIDWEEK SERVICES, it is requested that all sit on the right hand side, near the front.  The choir will be seated on the left hand side, near the front. – Pastor

THE YOUTH GROUP is serving meals for the midweek services from 6-6:45pm (Dec 4, 11 & 18th). The menu will be posted on bulletin board the week before and a freewill donation will be excepted at the meals.

WANT TO KNOW what is going on in Sunday School or VBS?  Join the Sunday School page on Facebook search for St. Paul Lutheran Sunday School Freeman and ask to join.

THE PASTORS IN THE FREEMAN CIRCUIT AND OTHERS, led by Pastor Peter Kurowski, are putting together a devotion book, Better Than Twenty-Twenty Vision. Peter says of this resource, “The book strives to be winsome, Christ-centered, Word and Sacrament-oriented, touching on hot button issues, and providing "aha" moments of joy.  It is a labor of love and a didactic devotional book that will inspire, inform, and enlighten the saints about the goodness and greatness of God in Christ.  So many people today, especially our young, are facing a world engulfed in nihilism. Better Than Twenty-Twenty Vision offers high hope rooted in resurrection realities.”

BOXED CHRISTMAS CARDS will be sold the next couple Sundays during Coffee Hour on a cash and carry bases.  Limited selection and while supplies lasts only.

HIGHER THINGS REFLECTION ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS devotion booklet is printed and in the rack.

ANNUAL REPORTS are due again, please give to Denise, Aleta or Pastor.

12-01-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Ty, Marvin, Garnet, Arlene and Bonnie) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne).

HOLY COMMUNION Today, St. Paul Lutheran Freeman will be participating in the intimate and blessed Sacrament of the Altar.  We respectfully ask that all guests speak to the pastor before coming to the rail, or cross your arms across your chest to receive a blessing. St. Paul members, please write the family name and number of family communing on the registration sheet so we can get an accurate count of how many to set for the Table of our Lord.

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

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on Dec. 5th 2:00 p.m.  for Bible Study and meetings.  Everyone should bring Christmas goodies.  On Altar flowers for December is Joan Dreessen and Visiting Helpers for December is the Visiting Committee.  Coffee Hour committee for December 1st is Cindy Hofer, Julie Huber and Phyllis Knittel.

DURING ADVENT MIDWEEK SERVICES, it is requested that all sit on the right hand site, near the front.  The choir will be seated on the left hand side, near the front. – Pastor

THE YOUTH GROUP is serving meals for the midweek services from 6-6:45pm (Dec 4, 11 & 18th). The menu will be posted on bulletin board the week before and a freewill donation will be excepted at the meals.

WANT TO KNOW what is going on in Sunday School or VBS?  Join the Sunday School page on Facebook search for St. Paul Lutheran Sunday School Freeman and ask to join.

THE PASTORS IN THE FREEMAN CIRCUIT AND OTHERS, led by Pastor Peter Kurowski, are putting together a devotion book, Better Than Twenty-Twenty Vision. Peter says of this resource, “The book strives to be winsome, Christ-centered, Word and Sacrament-oriented, touching on hot button issues, and providing "aha" moments of joy.  It is a labor of love and a didactic devotional book that will inspire, inform, and enlighten the saints about the goodness and greatness of God in Christ.  So many people today, especially our young, are facing a world engulfed in nihilism. Better Than Twenty-Twenty Vision offers high hope rooted in resurrection realities.”

BOXED CHRISTMAS CARDS will be sold the next couple Sundays during Coffee Hour on a cash and carry bases.  Limited selection and while supplies lasts only.

HIGHER THINGS REFLECTION ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS devotion booklet is printed and in the rack.

ANNUAL REPORTS are due again, please give to Denise, Aleta or Pastor.

11-24-19 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Ty, Marvin, Garnet and Owen) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne).


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

MENTOR MENTEE Meeting:  tonight at 6:30 at the church. Amber and Riley are hosting.

THANKSGIVING DAY service here at St. Paul Lutheran/Freeman the 28th at 9:30am.  Communion will be served.

CHURCH DECORATING: we will be decorating the Church on Friday the 29th of Nov. at 6:30 pm. All help is welcome and  appreciated.

LADIES AID and LWML will meet on Dec. 5th 2:00 p.m  for Bible Study and meetings.  Everyone should bring Christmas goodies.  On Altar flowers for December is Joan Dreessen and Visiting Helpers for December is the Visiting Committee.  Coffee Hour committee for December 1st is Cindy Hofer, Julie Huber and Phyllis Knittel.

DURING ADVENT MIDWEEK SERVICES, it is requested that all sit on the right hand site, near the front.  The choir will be seated on the left hand side, near the front. – Pastor

THE YOUTH GROUP is serving meals for the midweek services from 6-6:45pm (Dec 4, 11 & 18th). The menu will be posted on bulletin board the week before and a freewill donation will be excepted at the meals.

WE WILL BE SINGING CHRISTMAS HYMNS during Communion in December (since the resurrection gifts of the day of our Lord in the Sacrament of the Altar supersedes the penitential church seasons anyway) and, since the Christmas season is so short that it is difficult to sing all those great Christmas hymns in our hymnal, it has been decided that we will offer Holy Communion every Sunday in December (which is an additional blessing to have available to those who yearn for it). – Pastor

THE CHOIR IS SINGING HYMN 960 for the gradual for Advent and the congregation will be reading the Psalm of the Day instead of the Introit.  The number for the Psalm will be listed in your bulletin next to the service number (e.g. Divine Service 3 (page 184) Psalm XX).  Please turn to the appropriate Psalm at the front of your hymnal and mark it with a ribbon. - Pastor

WANT TO KNOW what is going on in Sunday School or VBS?  Join the Sunday School page on Facebook search for St. Paul Lutheran Sunday School Freeman and ask to join.

BAZAAR INCOME - We want to thank everyone again who contributed in any way toward making our 55th annual bazaar a success. The total income for this year was $5917.75.

THE PASTORS IN THE FREEMAN CIRCUIT AND OTHERS, led by Pastor Peter Kurowski, are putting together a devotion book, Better Than Twenty-Twenty Vision. Peter says of this resource, “The book strives to be winsome, Christ-centered, Word and Sacrament-oriented, touching on hot button issues, and providing "aha" moments of joy.  It is a labor of love and a didactic devotional book that will inspire, inform, and enlighten the saints about the goodness and greatness of God in Christ.  So many people today, especially our young, are facing a world engulfed in nihilism. Better Than Twenty-Twenty Vision offers high hope rooted in resurrection realities.”

HELP US GET AN ACCURATE SETTING OF THE TABLE OF OUR LORD, (not having too much or running short) by signing a registration sheet on the visitor's shelf by the greeters when you come in.  Please put the name of the family and how many in that family will be communing for that day.  (e.g. Makelin/2) Thank you! Pastor

MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH: Operation Barnabus supports care for military chaplains, members, families, and congregations.  See bulletin board for more information

THANK YOU ALL FOR THE FEEDBACK ON THE CALLING SERVICE.  The service was able to reach or 78% of the households either personally or by leaving a message, saving 3 and 1/2 hours of calling time.  In addition, close to a dozen called or emailed that they did not get a call and numbers were changed accordingly. There are still some households we do not have good numbers for, but we will work on that. Please continue to call the office 605-925-7219 or email stpaulfreeman@gmail to add additional numbers or give correct numbers.

 

 

11-17-2019 Announcements

IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Pray this week for; Those who are recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or sudden illnesses (Brandon, Ty, Marvin, Garnet) and for those who have long term health issues and/or difficulty coming to services on their own (Orville, Connie, Bernice, Lavonne, Lorna, Melton, Millie, Ruth, Alice, Marlene, Norby, Sharon, Wyona, Lucille, Bernita, Eldora, Harvey, Dianne).

HOLY COMMUNION The Lord’s Table is open to all current, confirmed members in good standing of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (and churches that we are in pulpit and altar fellowship).  This assumes we confess the oneness of the same faith, have been taught how to examine ourselves, and are truly repentant for our sins (communing worthily). We ask that all guests at Table at St. Paul Lutheran Church of Freeman, to please announce your intention to commune with us to the pastor or elders before the service. Oneness at Communion per-supposes the oneness in doctrine.  If you belong to a different doctrinal confession however, we invite you to come forward to receive a blessing indicated by folding your arms over your chest as you come to the rail, or remain in the pew and pray for the day when divisions would cease. Thank you for respecting our teachings. - Pastor. 

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

HELP US GET AN ACCURATE SETTING OF THE TABLE OF OUR LORD, (not having too much or running short) by signing a registration sheet on the visitor's shelf by the greeters when you come in.  Please put the name of the family and how many in that family will be communing for that day.  (e.g. Makelin/2) Thank you! Pastor

MISSION/MINISTRY OF THE MONTH: Operation Barnabus supports care for military chaplains, members, families, and congregations.  See bulletin board for more information

NOTICE:  There will be no choir practice today, Nov. 17th

THANK YOU ALL FOR THE FEEDBACK ON THE CALLING SERVICE.  The service was able to reach or 78% of the households either personally or by leaving a message, saving 3 and 1/2 hours of calling time.  In addition, close to a dozen called or emailed that they did not get a call and numbers were changed accordingly. There are still some households we do not have good numbers for, but we will work on that. Please continue to call the office 605-925-7219 or email stpaulfreeman@gmail to add additional numbers or give correct numbers.