Monday, August 12, 2013

August 11 Weekly News


WE REJOICE WITH Brian & Linda Jo Hauersperger as they bring their daughter, HALEY KATE, to be baptized this morning.  Haley's sponsors are her aunts, Tara Haley and Stacy Hauersperger, and special friend, Lorraine Cook.  God's blessings to you, Haley!

 

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given in thanksgiving and celebration of Haley's baptism by her grandparents, Bill & Teresa Haley.

 

A SPECIAL VOTERS' MEETING will be held next Sunday, August 18, after worship.  At this time the voters will choose which school expansion bid to accept.  All members of the congregation are encouraged to attend as we make these important decisions regarding our ministry here at St. John's.

 

THE CHURCH COUNCIL will meet this Wednesday evening, August 14, after the evening worship.  All members are asked to please attend this meeting.

 

A PRAYER COMMITTEE is being formed as our building expansion progresses.  If you would like to serve on this committee, please let Pastor Cook know.

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL will begin the Sunday after Labor Day, September 8.  Sunday School teachers and helpers are needed.  Please contact Pastor Cook or James Rockhill if you would like to help with this part of our church's ministry.

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS will meet next Sunday evening, August 18, at 6:00 PM.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS are reminded to meet next Sunday evening at 5:30 PM for supper and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

"WE THANK GOD for our amazing church family!  He has richly blessed us!  Thanks for being there for us during Terry's foot injury .  Thanks to all for your prayers, cards, calls, visits, food, and farming help.  We truly appreciate everything!"- Terry, Ruth, and Betsy Schlehuser

 

DEPOSITS OF $285.00 and $565.00 have been made to the church and school accounts on behalf of the Thrivent Financial for Lutherans' Thrivent Choice program by the directed Choice Dollars of the following:  Dale & Bettie Burbrink, Nathan Eckelman, Matt Taulman, Mark Buss, Larry Claycamp, Ken Dettmer, Linda Schroer, James Tower, and Lindsey Von Fange.

 

BRICKS:  Orders are now being taken for any new bricks to be laid around the church or in the memory garden.  Cost is $100 per brick.  Please contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer or Larry & Janice Claycamp if you would like to order.  Orders will be taken anytime through Labor Day.

 

THE CONGREGATION IS INVITED TO the wedding of Sean Mensendiek & Alyssa Newland next Saturday, August 17, at 5:30 PM at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Jonesville.  The reception will be immediately following at the Pavilion Building at the Bartholomew County Fairgrounds.

 

FAMILY FUN-FEST RETREAT:  Looking for some "quality time" with your family?  Try one of Camp Lakeview's Family Fun-Fest Retreats on August 23-25 or August 30-September 1 (Labor Day weekend).  Get away with your entire family and end your summer together, making some lasting memories and growing closer to each other and to the Lord.  For more information, pick up a brochure in the narthex or contact the camp office at 812-342-4815 or lakeview@hsonline.net.

 
EXERCISE CLASSES: Janet Morey is offering the following fitness classes this week (only $3/class!) here at our school: Today-4:00 PM, Monday-3:15 PM, Wednesday-7:30 AM, Saturday-9:00 AM.  Come and let Janet help you increase your strength, balance, and endurance!  

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