May 23 News and Notes
Greeters
Are you looking for a simple but meaningful way to serve our church family? Do you enjoy meeting new people and making others feel welcome? We’re currently seeking friendly, dependable volunteers to serve as greeters for our weekend services. As a greeter, you’ll be one of the first faces people see when they walk into St. John—offering a warm smile, a kind word, and helping everyone feel at home.
Greeters will:
- Welcome attendees at entrances with a smile
- Provide directions or answer simple questions
- Help visitors feel comfortable and connected
- Expect a time commitment of just 20–30 minutes before service begins on the Sundays you’re scheduled, which we would hope to be about once every other month.
An interest meeting has been scheduled for Sunday, May 25 at 12:15pm. If you can’t make it or have any questions, please contact Pastor Duling.
Indianapolis Indians Game
The St. John Adult Fellowship group will be going to the Indians game on June 11. Tickets are $30 which includes a buffet lunch at the stadium. Ridesharing from St. John is being planned. To reserve your spot, please make payment to Matthew Frick by May 28.
Lunch and Learn
We will meet Thursday, June 5 at 11:30am in the Commons. The meal for this month will be breakfast for lunch, so bring your favorite breakfast food or dish. There will be a presentation from Community Health Network.
Summer Office Hours
Beginning May 27, the church and school office will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00-11:30am throughout the summer. Staff are available by appointment, phone, and email outside of those times.
Ascension Service
Up through endless ranks of angels! Celebrate the Ascension of Our Lord with your brothers and sisters in Christ at St Peter’s (2525 E. 11th St. 46201). Divine Service Thursday, May 29 at 7p. Food and fellowship to follow, bring a dish to share.
Reunion
Graduates and friends of St. Paul’s Lutheran Grade School are invited to a reunion picnic Saturday, May 31st, 11am-6pm at Westside Park Shelter in Greenwood. RSVP to
Get Ready for an Epic Adventure with Jesus!
We’re going on an epic adventure through Australia, and you’re invited! Jesus, who tells us “I am the way, and the truth, and the life” (John 14:6) will be our guide as we encounter amazing animals, lush landscapes, stunning sea life, and wondrous wilderness.
Click Here to Register Your Child(ren)!
Summer Sunday School
Consider making attending Sunday school part of your summer routine! Children PreK–4th grades will meet in the Kindergarten room, as we explore the Bible’s big baptism stories using The Action Bible! Taught by Noah Schroeder, this class focuses on building reading confidence through engaging storytelling, joyful singing, and memory work centered on Romans 6:4. Together we’ll discover what it means to walk in newness of life as God’s own baptized children.
Students in grades 5-12 are invited to study the Sunday lessons and our life in Christ, whether they be pre-, current, or Post-Confirmation. The class meets in room 105 (8th grade room).
Ministry Moment
Lutheran High School concluded its 49th academic year this past week. The senior class of 63 students included 17 students who attended St. John. Next year, 25% of the LHS Freshman class will be St. John graduates. We thank God for the blessing of Lutheran High School and pray His blessings on all students and graduates. Look for more information to come on celebrating 50 years of the ministry of Lutheran High School.
GriefShare
St. John’s GriefShare ministry will be offering a 13-week course Tuesdays from 6-8pm beginning June 17. GriefShare is designed to provide a place of support and practical help for those who have experienced loss from the death of a loved one. The class will meet in the music room, please enter through door C9. For more information visit griefshare.org or call the church office.
Lutheran Summer Music Camp
July 14-18, Grades K-12
Hosted by St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
Yard Sale
St. John is hosting a Yard Sale Fundraiser Saturday, May 31. Items can be dropped off at the school beginning this weekend. See attachment for full list of drop-off times. Proceeds from this sale will be used to purchase a new laminator for the school.
Click Here to sign up to Volunteer for the Yard Sale
Hands and Feet List
Be the hands and feet of Jesus! We are compiling a list of members of our community who would potentially be able to assist members as needs arise. This could be helping with shopping, cleaning, repairs, making meals, or other tasks needed due to injury, illness or other time of need. If you would be willing to be made aware of needs such of these, and would be able to help out occasionally, please contact Matthew Frick.
Click Here to Read the Latest (Final) Update from Anna Voelker, Missionary in Montreal
Click Here to View the May Prayer Calendar
Readings This Week:
- Acts 16:9-15
- Revelation 21:9-14, 21-27
- John 16:23-33
Stewardship at St. John
- Attendance Last Week - 306
- Tithes and Offerings – Last Week $12,970
- Tithes and Offerings – year to date actual 2025 $402,739
- Tithes and Offerings – year to date budget 2025 $406,676
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