Worship | 08/23/2024

8/23 News and Notes

August 23, 2024

Voter's Meeting Results

The voters have extended a Call to Rev. Daniel Sheafer of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Ft. Wayne to serve St. John as Senior Pastor. Please keep him, his family, and his current congregation in your prayers as they discern God’s will.

Please click HERE to read an important update from the Board of Elders.

Cultivating Christ's Community

 

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Janitorial Services - The Board of Trustees is currently accepting bids for janitorial services for the church, school, and childcare. If you or someone you know is interested in submitting a bid, please contact Michael Collins.

Lunch and Learn - On September 5 at 11:30 we will welcome Christena (Jones) Estby as our speaker. She is an Indianapolis native, LHS alumna, pastor’s wife, mother, and author of Greater than Grief: Two Brothers Against Duchenne. Spaghetti and garlic bread will be provided, please bring a side or salad to share.

Courageous Discipleship

Youth Confirmation begins in September. CLICK HERE for the letter that was sent to parents of eligible youth, or contact the office.

Women of the Word

WoW will resume September 9, we meet Monday mornings at 9:30 in the Commons. We will be discussing and choosing our topic for the season. We look forward to being in the Word with you!

Missions Updates

St. John supports several missionaries, including Anna Voelker, an Indiana native who serves as an outreach missionary to non-native populations in Montreal. Click below to read her most recent update, and continue to keep her and all missionaries in your prayers!

Anna Voelker, Mission to Montreal

Restore the Hope - Saturday, September 14 9:00-11:00am at Trinity Lutheran Church (8540 E. 16th St.) Please join us for a morning of Christian fellowship, devotions, and music. Our guest speaker will be Scott Swan from Channel 13 news.

Compassionate Action

Now Hiring energetic individuals passionate about early childhood!

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 Missions Updates

St. John supports several missionaries, including Rev. and Deaconness Flores in South America. Click below to read their most recent update, and continue to keep them and all missionaries in your prayers!

Flores Family, Dominican Republic/Chile

Camp Lakeview is hosting a “brick gathering” event in Greenfield on August 25. All ages are encouraged to participate in the event, which will also include dinner and a campfire. For more information and to register (which is required) please click HERE.

Click HERE for the August Daily Prayer Calendar

Stewardship at St. John

  • Attendance - Last Week 286
  • Tithes and Offerings - Last Week $32,344
  • Tithes and Offerings - YTD Actual $608,565
  • Tithes and Offerings - YTD Budget $599,109
  • Stained Glass Windows - Total $177,757

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