PENTECOST is being observed today. Pentecost is the commemoration and
celebration of the receiving of the Holy Spirit by Jesus' disciples. On the Day of Pentecost, a violent wind
filled the room, and tongues of fire came to rest on each one, and they were
all filled with the Holy Spirit, which gave them the power of communication to
tell the world of God's glory. The gift
of the Holy Spirit that was given to all believers on the first Pentecost is
also promised and given to all of us and our children so that we can continue
to proclaim the Good News.
THE ANNIVERSARY
T-SHIRTS that
were ordered will be available for pick up today in the Fellowship Room after
worship.
THE CHURCH OFFICE will be closed tomorrow in observance
of the Memorial Day holiday. June
calendar and news items need to be given to Becky by Tuesday.
LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their Bible study and
meeting this Wednesday, May 27, beginning at 9:00 AM. Guests are always welcome!
EVERYONE IS INVITED to the graduation of our WCLS eighth
graders this Thursday evening at 7:00 PM.
Mr. Kyler will be the guest speaker.
A reception and awards presentation will be held in the gym after the
graduation service.
MEMORIAL SUNDAY will be held next Sunday, May 31, as
part of our 175th celebration. A video
tribute of St. John's members who have served or are currently serving in the
military will be presented. Our founding
fathers will be recognized, and a cemetery tour will be conducted.
CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY: The altar, pulpit, and lectern are original
to the original building of 1862. In
1867, a pipe organ was installed at a cost of $1179. Also in 1867, two bells were placed in the
tower. These are the same bells we hear
today. In 1868, the growing congregation
required an expansion of the balcony.
LOOKING FOR CONFIRMATION PICTURES: The deadline for turning in Confirmation
pictures will be SUNDAY, JUNE 7. The following Confirmation class pictures
are still needed: 2001, 1971,
(professional pictures best for any 1970s pictures) 1951, 1945, 1932,
1933, 1935, 1937, 1938, 1920, and all years prior to 1920 except 1918 and
1919. The original picture is needed
to make a good copy. If you prefer
not to leave your picture(s), please contact Becky in the office to set up a
time for Janeen Blomenberg to scan your original picture so you can take it
home again.
175TH ANNIVERSARY PLATES: Anyone who would still like to order a plate
may do so by contacting Kyra Bode at 812-390-7571 or kbode43@gmail.com. Cost is $20/plate.
REUNION SUNDAY, a part of our 175th anniversary
celebration, will be held on June 28. If
you know of any former confirmands, teachers, or pastors who no longer attend
St. John's, please invite them to this service.
After worship, there will be light refreshments, and the confirmation
class photos that have been collected will be displayed. Pastor Marcus Jauss will be the guest
preacher for this service.
JOAN HERCAMP is now residing at Covered Bridge Healthcare
in Seymour. Cards of encouragement may
be sent to her at Covered Bridge Healthcare, 1675 W. Tipton St. Rm. 208,
Seymour, IN 47274. Dick is now residing
at the assisted living facility, The Seymour Place, 2288 Nicholas Ct. Rm. 110,
Seymour, IN 47274.
"THANK YOU to all my White Creek family and
friends for your prayers, cards, visits, and food during my recent surgery and
recovery. God has blessed me with such a
caring church family!" - Clara Claycamp
"THANKS TO ALL for the prayers, cards, and visits as
I had my recent surgery. I am at home
now and slowly recovering. Your
continued prayers would be much appreciated.
God bless!" - Sue Barkes
GOLF OUTING:
Trinity Lutheran High School will host the 12th Annual Cougar Classic
golf outing on Saturday, June 27, at Shadowood Golf Course in Seymour. Cost per golfer is $60, which includes carts,
contests, prizes, and an awards dinner.
Registrations must be received by Wednesday, June 17, online at
www.trinitycougars.org or by calling Aaron Rudzinski at 812-524-8547.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the Orphan Grain Train Open House
on July 26. Invitations and information
are available in the narthex.
