March 14 News and Notes
Dying to Live: The Power of Forgiveness - Lent 2025 -
Join us for the next in our Lenten Series this coming Wednesday, March 19. This week’s theme is “Our Death, His Cross” A fellowship meal of tacos and chicken nuggets will be offered by the Board of Childhood Christian Education at 5:00pm, and the service begins at 6:30. The Grades 1-4 classes will be singing at this service.
Save the Date for Pastor Duling’s Installation
Rev. Collin Duling will be installed as Senior Pastor of St. John at a special service on Thursday, May 1 at 6:30pm. A reception will follow. More information will be forthcoming. Please continue to keep Pastor Duling and his family in your prayers as they plan to relocate to Indiana.
Special Voters’ Meeting
At the Voters’ Meeting on Sunday, March 2, the 29 voters present authorized the funds necessary for an urgent replacement of the controllers in the church HVAC system. This will entail accessing our line of credit to ensure the controllers are replaced in a timely manner.
Easter Egg Donations
It’s that time of year! Please help make our Easter Egg Hunt a success by contributing donations of individually wrapped candy, snacks, or other small items (stickers, etc) that can be used to fill the eggs for the children to find! Please drop off donations by April 6th. The Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, April 12th at 10am.
Leaving a Legacy Workshop - Save the date!
Hosted by Thrivent Financial Advisor, Nic Elizondo, Sunday, March 30 at 12:30 at St. John. Lunch will be provided, an RSVP is required to attend. or 317-832-6469.
Worship Anew
The St. John choir will be providing music for Worship Anew Sunday services March 16 and 23. Be sure to tune in on worshipanew.org, their mobile app, YouTube, and Facebook pages.
Lent Devotions
Daily Lent devotions from Lutheran Hour Ministries are available on the Welcome Center. Pick up your free copy this weekend!
We Believe, Teach, and Confess
A new information class began March 3 and meets Mondays from 5:30 to 7:00 for anyone interested in becoming a communicant member of St. John, or desiring a “refresher” course on the church’s teaching and application to modern times. It’s not too late to join!
40-Day Lenten Challenge
It’s not too late to participate in a 40-day Lenten challenge led by LHS campus pastor, Pastor Benzinger. Find more information at lhsi.org
Walk-a-thon
Walk-a-thon is back! Save the date for this important event May 16th. Materials will be sent home with SJLS students in April. In the meantime, talk to your friends and family about considering a sponsorship. The proceeds of this event will benefit our school. If you would like to sponsor or have any questions, please contact .
Lutheran High School News
Open Coaching Positions
Assistant Girls Tennis (immediate opening) and Head Girls Soccer (for fall 2025). Qualified and interested candidates should contact Tom Finchum by April 3.
Nominations Sought - Alumnus of the Year
Criteria for the award are: an active faith and involvement in the church; consistent service and leadership in their local community; and a record of achievement in their chosen profession. Nominate at lhsi.org.
Scholarships Available
Several scholarships are available to our current students and graduates: the Salvatore and Marjorie Gioe Memorial Scholarship, the Henry Arnold Kespohl Scholarship, and/or the Denecke Scholarship. Find more information and apply online at lhsi.org. Please submit applications by April 15.
Preserving God’s House
As the Stained Glass Window campaign comes to a close, we would like to remind the congregation that the Preserving God’s House campaign is still active and accepting contributions. This special fund is to cover unplanned maintenance expense that arise. If you have questions, do not hesitate to reach out to the business office.
Readings This Week:
- Jeremiah 26:8-15
- Philippians 3:17-4:1
- Luke 13:31-35
Stewardship at St. John
- Attendance - Last Week: 266
- Wednesday Lenten Service: 140
- Tithes and Offerings – Last Week $17,805
- Tithes and Offerings – year to date budget 2025 $178,838
- Tithes and Offerings – year to date actual 2025 $171,934
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