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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
246 Benjamin Street Romeo, Michigan 48065
Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost September 27, 2009
Church Office 752-4588
Hotline 752-1067
Pastor Mark Evans……………752-2498
Email Address:
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WORSHIP 10:30 AM
“Seeing People Through Jesus’ Eyes”
Prelude……………………………………………………….………...............…Karen Palmer
Youth Choir………………“Open the Eyes of My Heart Lord with Doxology”
CALL TO WORSHIP
P: We gather this morning to worship our Lord and Savior.
A: Open our eyes Lord.
P: We want to do our best for You Lord.
A: Open our eyes Lord.
P: Help us to serve others and see the world through your loving eyes.
A: Open our eyes Lord.
P: God knows our needs, loves us, and opens our eyes to his ways.
A: Praise God!
OPENING SONG : I’ll Do My Best
Love, I’ll love,
I’ll love You, Lord, forever.
Love, I’ll love,
I’ll love You, Lord, forever.
CHORUS
I’ll do my best. I’ll do my best. Oh-o-o
I’ll do my best for You. Oh, Oh, oh
I’ll do my best. I’ll do my best. Oh-o-o
I’ll do my best for You.
Serve, I’ll serve,
I’ll serve You, Lord, forever.
Serve, I’ll serve,
I’ll serve You, Lord, forever.
CHORUS
Praise, I’ll praise,
I’ll praise You, Lord, forever.
Praise, I’ll praise,
I’ll serve You, Lord, forever.
CHORUS
PRAYER OF THE DAY
P: Let us pray:
C: Gracious Lord, there is so much to see and so much to distract us. It’s amazing how your Son never failed to see those who go unnoticed and unwanted. Give us the eyes of our Lord so that we might see all who are in need. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
FEATURE SONG:……………..“Made to Worship” ………………Sound Disciples
Words and music arranged by Ed Cash, Stephan Sharp, and Chris Tomlin
Children’s Sermon
THE WORD OF GOD: Luke 4:14-21
14Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside. 15He taught in their synagogues, and everyone praised him. 16He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. And he stood up to read. 17The scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to him. Unrolling it, he found the place where it is written: 18"The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed, 19to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor." 20Then he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant and sat down. The eyes of everyone in the synagogue were fastened on him, 21and he began by saying to them, "Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing."
PRAISE SONG OF THE MONTH
Sunday School Students May Leave At This Time
I’ve Got Peace Like A River
I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river, in my soul, in my soul. I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river,
in my soul.
I’ve got love like an ocean, I’ve got love like an ocean, I’ve got love like an ocean in my soul, in my soul, I’ve got love like an ocean, I’ve got love like an ocean, I’ve got love like an ocean in my soul.
I’ve got joy like a fountain, I’ve got joy like a fountain, I’ve got love like an ocean in my soul, in my soul, I’ve got joy like a fountain, I’ve got joy like a fountain, I’ve got joy like a fountain in my soul.
SERMON………………”Seeing People Through Jesus’ Eyes”………...Pastor Mark Evans
ANNOUNCMENTS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS
PEOPLE CONCERNS : come to church or login for these names.
PRAYER RESPONSE
“We Come to You for Healing, Lord”
We come to you for healing, Lord --- of body, mind and soul,
And pray that by your Spirit’s touch --- our lives may be made whole.
You touch us through physicians’ skills, through nurses’ gifts of care ---
And through the love of faithful friends who lift our lives in prayer.
THE PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH
Assisting Minister: Lord in your mercy
Congregation: Hear our prayer
Pastor: Into your hands Lord, we commend all for whom we pray trusting in
your mercy through Your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
All: Amen
OFFERING…………………….………………………………………………. Karen Palmer
PRAYER
Assisting Minister: O loving God, through your goodness you have blessed us with these gifts. With them we offer ourselves to your service, dedicating our lives to care for all that you have made.
All: Amen
PREPARATION FOR COMMUNION/CONFESSION
Leader: For times we have failed to forgive…
All: Forgive us, God.
Leader: For times we have failed to love…
All: Forgive us, God.
Leader: For times we have failed to be patient…
All: Forgive us, God.
Leader: For times we have failed to open our eyes with faith…
All: Forgive us, God.
Silent Reflection
ASSURANCE OF PARDON/ABSOLUTION
P: God’s anger lasts but a moment; God’s favor lasts a lifetime. God hears us when we pray, and turns our mourning into dancing. Know that your sins are forgiven.
THE LORD’S TABLE
THE LORD’S PRAYER
P: Lord, remember us in your kingdom and teach us to pray:
All: Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come,
thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us
our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory,
forever and ever. Amen
SONGS DURING COMMUNION:
Grace Alone
Scott Wesley Brown and Jeff Nelson
Every promise we can make, every prayer and step of faith,
Every difference we will make is only by His grace.
Every mountain we will climb, every ray of hope we shine,
Every blessing left behind is only by His grace.
Chorus Grace alone which God supplies, strength unknown He will provide.
Christ in us, our cornerstone, we will go forth in grace alone.
Every soul we long to reach, every heart we hope to teach,
Everywhere we share His peace is only by His grace.
Every loving word we say, every tear we wipe away,
Every sorrow turned to praise is only by His grace.
Chorus Grace alone which God supplies, strength unknown He will provide.
Christ in us, our cornerstone, we will go forth in grace alone.
I Believe in Jesus Marc Nelson
I believe in Jesus; I believe He is the Son of God.
I believe He died and rose again.
I believe He paid for us all.
And I believe He’s here now, standing in our midst.
Here with the power to heal now, and the grace to forgive.
I believe in You, Lord; I believe You are the Son of God.
I believe You died and rose again;
I believe you paid for us all.
2x And I believe You’re here now, standing in our midst.
Here with the power to heal now, and the grace to forgive.
Shout To The Lord
Verse 1 My Jesus, my Savior, Lord there is none like You;
All of my days, I want to praise the wonders of Your mighty love.
My Comfort, my Shelter, Tower of refuge and strength;
Let every breath, all that I am, never cease to worship You.
Chorus Shout to the Lord, all the earth, let us sing,
Power and majesty praise to the King;
Mountains bow down and the seas will roar at the sound of Your name.
I sing for joy at the work of your hands,
Forever I’ll love You, forever I’ll stand,
Nothing compares to the promise I have in You.
Repeat verse and chorus
Ending Nothing compares to the promise I have in You.
Alleluia
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Blessed Savior…
How I Love Him…
Thank you Jesus…
What a friend we, have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear;
What a privilege to carry, Everything to God in prayer.
Alleluia…
THE BENEDICTION:
P: May you see the world through eyes of faith and love. May your hearts and minds be open to God’s will . May you follow Jesus all the days of your life. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
All: Amen
CLOSING SONG: I Have Decided to Follow Jesus
I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus.
I have decided to follow Jesus, no turning back, no turning back.
The cross I carry, till I see Jesus, the cross I carry, till I see Jesus.
The cross I carry, till I see Jesus, no turning back, no turning back.
Though none go with me, still I will follow,
Though none go with me, still I will follow,
Though none go with me, still I will follow, no turning back, no turning back.
I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus.
I have decided to follow Jesus, no turning back, no turning back.
Assisting Minister: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
All: Thanks be to God!
Sound Disciples Karen Palmer –keyboard Mike Palmer – guitar Paul Niehaus – drums Marlene Stieve, Angie Weyersberg, Jackie Weyersberg, and Darcy Mackenzie --Frank Pavlik – violin in spirit always
VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR SEPTEMBER 27, 2009
Assisting Minister: Marlene Stieve
Acolyte: 1) Volunteers Please!
2) Hunter Long; Nicholas Howard
Greeters: 1) Kay Pauly
2) Sid & Joyce Kelly
Reader: 1) Ed Pauly
2) Jill Keller
Nursery: 1) Volunteers Please!
2) Amber Bryce
Comm. Care: 1) Karen Palmer
2) Don & Sue Schwartz
Comm. Bread: 1) Karen Palmer
2) Don & Sue Schwartz
Ushers: 1) Herb Schroeder; Ed Pauly; Volunteers Please!
2) Ron Weyersberg Family; Dave Dau; Volunteers Please!
Counters: Steve Springstubbe; Marie Germundson
Coffee Hour: Rita Frech
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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN SEPTEMBER 26/27, 2009
GUESTS & VISITORS:
The members of St. John Lutheran Church and their Pastor extend to you a most cordial welcome and wish you a blessed worship hour with us. A staffed nursery is available for children 4 and under in the back of the church on Sundays.
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Volunteer Ministers for
October 4, 2009
Assisting Minister:
Acolyte:
1) Volunteers Please!
2) Hannah & Harrison Hunt
Greeters:
1) Bill & Linda Walters
2) Hal Lanstra
Reader:
1) Julie Yelick-Miller
2) Wally Semrau
Nursery:
1) Volunteers Please!
2) Joyce Kelly
Ushers:
1) Leslie & Jurg Hauptli; Volunteers Please!
2) Jan Gallagher, Erin Rodger; Volunteers Please!
Counters:
Debra Thompson; Cheryl Hozdish
Coffee Hour
Jan Gallagher; Erin Rodger
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Weekly Attendance:
Saturday, 9/19.......................65
Sunday, 9/20
8:30.......................................41
10:30...................................109
Total = 215
Sunday School......................32
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Member Service Directory
Seamstress – Deb Aude
786-9189
E.P. Collision – Bumping, Painting, Glass - 752-4452
Mary Kay Consultant – Chelsea Colbert–248-765-6095
ATTENTION CONFIRMATION STUDENTS!
Confirmation Classes begin Wednesday, September 30th, 6:30 – 9:30pm
SEE YOU THERE!
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Women’s Fall Retreat
Lake Huron Retreat Ctr.
Lakeport, Mich.
Saturday & Sunday
October 17-18
Cost is $100
Deadline: October 1st!
For more info, call Suzanne Mueller, 586-781-6939 or Joyce Freund, 734-847-3400.
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Are you a gardener who occasionally grows more than you can use? If so, we have a solution! We will have a table set up in the hallway during weekend worship where you can leave your extras for someone else to enjoy. If there are leftovers on Monday, we will donate them to Samaritan House. We hope that you will participate in this fun and yummy proposition!
Last year CROP Hunger Walks and events raised over $17 milion to support the hunger-fighting work of Church World Services around the block and round the world. Please consider walking or donating to our own Romeo area CROP Walk on Sunday, October 4. Samaritan House will receive 25%of all money raised. Please see or call Leslie Hauptli (752-7594) or Sue Schwartz (752-9145) for more information.
Thank you!
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Sunday, October 11th
9am – 3pm
Call Sharon Creed at 586-752-3819 to schedule time.
Tied Together Quilting Circle is back after a year hiatus! We meet on the third Monday of each month, 7:00 p.m. in the conference room. This month our meeting is Monday, October. 19th.. We learn new techniques as we do quilting projects together. We also do projects like banners for the church. You can work on your own project while you enjoy the company of other quilters. You do not need to be a member of St. John to come. We’d love to see new people and old members come back! For more information, call Kathie Proctor 586-784-5054 or Leona Thorman 810-798-8537.
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Attention Grades 5 -12!
Interested in singing and having fun? Join Youth Choir on our new time and day. Practices held in the sanctuary on Wednesdays from 7:30-8:15pm after catechism. For more info, please contact Darcy Mackenzie at 586-784-4238.
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Future Cub Scouts
If you have a son who is in 1st thru 5th Grade and is interested in becoming a scout, come join us and see what we’re about! Cub Scout Pack 259 is holding meetings in the Fellowship Hall. Monday, Sept. 28th, 7pm – Pack Meeting. For more info:
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We invite Pre-school thru 5th Grade children to join us! Kids of the Kingdom (KOK Kids) meet after 8:30 service from 9:45-10:20am upstairs in the room next to the library and then the children go down to Sunday School. Any questions or concerns, please contact Marlene (248-651-7394) or Karen (586-752-7734). We practice 3 times a month and usually sing once a month at the 10:30 service.
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Marriage Enrichment
Pastor Mark will be holding a Marriage Enrichment Seminar on Saturday, October 17th from 8:30am – 2pm. Fee is $25 per couple which includes materials and a light lunch. Please call the church office to register.
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SEPTEMBER WELCA PROJECT
Veterans at Saginaw Hospital
Disposable razors, shaving cream, toothbrush, toothpaste, note paper, writing paper, playing cards, envelopes, stamps, small games, magazines, paperback books, and other toiletries.
Thank You and God Bless America!
‘BE THE CHURCH’ SUNDAY – OCT. 11TH
ITEMS NEEDED:
We need approximately 700 brown paper grocery bags for the confirmation/youth group food drive for ‘Be the Church’ Sunday, October 11th. Please drop your bags off at the church office.
We will also need about 1000 hangers for the coat store that will happen on that day. Please drop off your hangers in the box by the coat racks in the entry hall.
Your used coats are needed. Please bring in your gently-used coats for the coat drive. Your used coats will be given out at the “coat store” on “Be the Church” Sunday.
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FLU SHOT CLINIC:
A Flu Shot Clinic will be available on Sunday, October 11th in the Conference Room on “Be the Church” Sunday. Flu shots will be $25 and Medicaid will be accepted. You MUST register for this shot – please call the church office at 752-4588.
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SEPTEMBER PANTRY NEEDS
FOR SAMARITAN HOUSE
Peanut Butter * Pancake Mix & Syrup * Fruit * Hamburger Helper * Ramen Noodles * Bar Soap * Toilet Paper * Toothpaste * Jam/Jelly * Soup * Green Beans, Corn, Carrots * Rice * Juice * Deodorant * Laundry Soap * Diapers size 4 thru 6 * (Continued)
NOTE: We need low-sodium and sugar-free foods in our pantry for clients with health problems.
We appreciate any non-perishable food items and toiletries that you can donate. Drop off your food donations during our normal business hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 10-6 and Friday 10 – 4. We are located at: 62324 Van Dyke, Washington, MI 48094, (586) 336-9956
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NEWSPAPER AND MAGAZINE RECYCLING
Thank you for the tremendous response with this! In July we recycled 4.19 tons and received $68.39. Year to date – $287.68. Landfill space saved – 14.23 cubic yards. The total collected since the program began in 2005 is $3,787.00. Thank you!
PLEASE, NO CARDBOARD or PHONE BOOKS
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The Can-Do Ringers Bell Choir is open to anyone 4th grade on up. You don't have to know how to play a bell or read music to join. We take it slow and show you how to ring properly and follow the music. Rehearsals are on Mondays at 6:30pm. We play one Sunday a month at both services. Choir members must commit to make as many rehearsals as possible. If you are interested, call Pat Koleda at (586) 992-0646 or just come to our first rehearsal on Monday, September 13, at 6:30.
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BE the church!
JESUS, JUSTICE, JAZZ – The Tour
Christian Musical Artists AGAPE, LOST AND FOUND, and RACHEL KURTZ are on tour to help change the world! Join them for a powerful and exciting evening of music, storytelling and encouragement in your journey of faith.
At Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Lansing, Michigan
Friday, Oct. 9th - 7:30 pm
$10 in advance, $15 at door
More info at www.j3tour.com
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Coming Next Month:
More Than Money Matters
A 3-Part Money Mangement Workshop developed by Thrivent. Learn how to identify what’s most important in your life and set goals. Also learn how to make sharing, saving and spending decisions in line with your values and use basic tools to help you budget, reduce debt and find money to save. Meal provided.
Sessions will be held Saturdays: October 10th, 17th and November 7th.
For more info, call Stephen Schocke at 586-726-8899, ext. 115.
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Quilt Ministry at St. John
When: Sunday, October 11, 2009
Who: Anyone who can tie a knot, women, men and teens
Where: Down in the sewing room at St. John Lutheran Church
What to Expect: Finish off quilts for the Cabrini Mission in Detroit. Our goal is 200 by the first week of December. We are working with St. Cyril and St. Mark church and already have 50 completed. These will be handed out with Christmas food baskets. The Cabrini Mission is like our Samaritan House. We will do some for children also.
Plan on laughing, fellowship, saying a prayer over a quilt, and knowing you are helping those less fortunate. It’s a way to give back without opening your wallet.
What to Bring: A gently used flat sheet, they will be used to back the quilts.
Regular quilting days at St. John are first Wednesday of the month from 9am -12pm and the second Tuesday of the month from 9am-3pm. Quilting day at St. Cyril (18 and Ryan) is the 4th Saturday of every month.
Come and have fun!
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THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN, SEPTEMBER 26 – OCTOBER 4, 2009
Saturday -Worship, 5pm
Sunday -Worship w/Comm., 8:30 & 10:30am
-Contemporary Service, 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
-“Parents, Teens and Money Matters” Workshop, 11:30am
Monday -Can-Do Ringers, 6:30pm
-Stephen Ministry, 7pm
Tuesday -Symphonia Chorale, 7pm
-Weight Watchers, 7pm
Wednesday -Tai Chi, 10:30am
-CONFIRMATION BEGINS, 6:30 – 7:30PM
-Praise Ringers, 6:30pm
-Praise Singers, 7:30pm
-Youth Choir, 7:30pm
Thursday -Bible Study, 7pm
-Parish Ed, 7pm
-AA/Alanon, 8pm
Saturday -Worship w/Comm, 5pm
Sunday -Worship, 8:30 & 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
-CROP WALK
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Shakin it up and changing it around.........Cut for this week
St. John Lutheran is a Stephen Ministry Congregation.
WE CARE...BUT ONLY GOD CURES!
Are you in need.....
Of a caring Christian who will listen, empathize, encourage, pray, provide confidential care, and patiently support you as you work through a crisis or difficult time? Or...
Do you know someone.....perhaps a friend, neighbor, co-worker, colleague, or relative, who could benefit from this type of care? Then contact one of our Stephen Leaders below or Pastor Mark.
Jan Gallagher 586-752-5329
Bob or Jan Gallardo - 586-781-5803
Jan Alling 586 586-752-7016
Jerry Foor 586 586-752-9227
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Please remember to visit our website!
www.stjohnromeo.org
We now have a Youth link under Groups that will be updated frequently with upcoming events!
E-Care Needs from Samaritan House
If you are able to meet any of these needs, please feel free to drop them off anytime during our hours of operation: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 am until 6 pm and Fridays from 10 am until 4 pm. If you have any questions, we can be reached either by email (
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) or phone at 586-336-9956. We are located on the east side of Van Dyke between 28 Mile and 29 Mile Roads at 62324 Van Dyke in Washington, MI.
E-Care #50
We have a 13 year old male in need of tennis shoes size 10, summer clothes size 28-30 (waist) or small shirts, underwear size 28-30, and socks size 9-11.
Also a 2 year old female in need of summer clothes size 18 month.
E-Care #51
We have a 52 year old male in need of tennis shoes size 11.
E-Care #52
We have a 20 year old male in need of pants size 36(w)X32(l), shirts size L, underwear size L, shoes size 11, sweat shirts and sweat pants size L.
E-Care # 53
We have an 8 year old male in need of pants & shorts size 8 slim, PJ's & shirts size 8, shoes size 1, socks, and underwear size 6-8, and a spring coat size 8; we also have a 5 year old female in need of pants and shorts size 5 slim, shirts and PJ's size 5, socks, shoes size 9, underwear size 4 and a spring coat size 5.
Extra stuff to keep!:
Debra Circle – Meets at 9:30am on the first Tuesday of the month at a member’s home.
Church Group – Meets at 12:30 on the first Wednesday of the month at the church.
Love Day – Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month from 9am to 3pm at the church.
Love Day 2 – Meets the 1st Wednesday of the month from 9-12am at the church.
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(Put back in WB in Jan. 2010)
Interested in using your gift of music for worship? Saturday service is looking for just a wee bit of your time to sing or play one song at the beginning of our 5pm Saturday service. Contact Cathy Vestrand at 586-752-2262 even if you just want to do it one time!
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Please save your pop can tabs and turn them in at the church for the purchase of kidney machines. Over 124 & ¾ lbs. have been collected since February 2007! This fundraiser is for the purchase of kidney machines.
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More ways you can save!
1. Box Tops for Education
2. Campbell’s Soup Labels
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In our continuing efforts to “Go Green” and save money too, we would appreciate you using one communion card per family. Simply note the names on that card of the people who took communion. Thank you kindly.
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JUST A LITTLE BIT MORE
There are about 200 giving units in our church and if each unit gave an extra $10 each month at the end of the year we would have an additional $24,000. Please consider a slight increase in your commitment to the ministry here at St. John and help solve our financial problem.
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UPCOMING SERMON SERIES
Do you have any suggestions for Pastor Mark? Are there any subjects you would like to see turned into a Sermon Series? Do you have any questions or concerns that you would like to see PM
develop into a Sermon Series for this fall? If you do then tell Pastor or call the church office.
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If you have an extra vehicle you have been considering donating, please call Charity Motors Car Donation Program and tell them you want to donate your vehicle and designate the proceeds to St. John Lutheran Church. You will receive a tax donation while helping our church!
Call 313-933-4000.
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The Macomb County Community Services Agency is looking for volunteers to deliver ‘Meals on Wheels’ to homebound seniors twice a month at lunchtime. Routes can be close to your home or work. Please call 586-469-5228 or visit www.macombcountymi.gov/mccsa to volunteer.
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The Sharing Tree in July?
Yes, the Sharing Tree is up! This is to help us “stock the church” for MCREST. Some tags are for food items, some for the Health Care kits that each guest receives from us, and some are for Birthday gifts and Bingo prizes. The white envelopes are for donations for perishable items. Please consider taking a tag or two. We ask that you place items under the tree by August 23rd. Please place the envelope in the collection basket by August 23rd. Thank you!
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You can recycle:
+Magazines
+Mail
+Shopping Catalogs
+Newspaper
+Office & School Papers
You can recycle anything listed here from your business as well. The Bin is located in the back lot next to the garage.
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Tuesday Night Euchre
Sponsored by the
St. John Men’s Club
Began September 15th and continues on the 2nd Tuesday each month after that (off during summer months.)
6:00 pm Registration
6:30 pm Start time
$10 Fee includes snacks
COME JOIN IN THE FUN!
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