WE REJOICE WITH Scott & Vickie Hildreth as they bring their daughter, KARLA JEAN, to be baptized today.  Karla's sponsors are her uncle and aunt, Brad & Laura Meyer.

 

THE LENTEN SEASON continues with midweek worship at 7 PM Wednesday evening.  A supper of spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, fruit, and dessert will be served before the service, beginning at 5:45 PM.  All proceeds will go to benefit Phil's Friends.

 

PARENTS OF this year's student confirmands are asked to meet in the church TODAY after worship. 

 

BAKE SALE:  Betsy Schlehuser is sponsoring a bake sale TODAY to raise funds for a medical mission trip to Peru March 8-17.  She will also be giving a presentation in the Fellowship Room after worship about the last medical mission trip she took to Honduras in 2011.  Many thanks for monetary and/or baked goods donations.

 

YOUTH WILL MEET this evening at 7:00 PM.  Those who would like to help with Phil's Friends cards are invited to come at 6:00 PM.

 

GUILD MEMBERS will meet at 7:00 PM this evening in the Fellowship Room.  Members are reminded to bring their donations for the shut-in baskets (for 30 baskets).

 

MISSING:  A blue plastic shoebox containing serving spoons.  Kept in the Fellowship Room and used at the Smorgasbord.  Please return as soon as possible if you have borrowed it.

 

VARIETY SHOW:  Trinity Lutheran High School will be holding a Variety Show in their gymnasium this Friday, March 8, beginning at 7:00 PM.  Cost is $5 per person.  Everyone is invited to come and enjoy lots of laughter and entertainment!

 

"MANY THANKS to all for the prayers, cards, and get-well wishes given for me as I underwent surgery.  Your kindnesses are certainly appreciated!" - Anna Condra

 

"SINCERE THANKS to everyone for the prayers, cards, and nursing home and funeral home visits given at the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Paul Kerkhof.  A special thanks to Pastor Cook for his many visits and spiritual comfort and to the ladies who donated to and/or helped with the funeral dinner.  We so appreciate your many kindnesses!" - The Kerkhof Family

 

THRIVENT "COMMON BOND" VOTE:  Are you confused about the Thrivent "common bond" vote taking place in March and
April?  Then you're not alone!  The Jackson-Jennings Chapter and Bartholomew County Chapter are sponsoring an informational session at 7:00 PM on Sunday, March 10, in the lunchroom of Trinity High School.  Tom Dobberstein, Managing Partner of the Indiana Region, will be there to tell you the reasons behind the proposal, speak about its advantages and disadvantages, and answer all your questions.  Voting has already begun, but if you want more answers before making your decision and casting your ballot, this is your chance!

Wednesday Evening Service Cancelled

Tonight's Wednesday Evening Service and dinner have been cancelled due to illness.

Please share this news with others who may not be online!

Note: Women's Bible Study is still on.

February 24 Weekly News

WE REJOICE WITH Travis & Cara Eckelman as they bring their daughter, KYLIN RAE, to be baptized this morning.  Kylin's sponsors are her aunts, Megan Deweese, Tenille Bullock, and Ashley Meyer.  God's blessings to you, Kylin!

 

THE LENTEN SEASON continues with midweek worship at 7 PM Wednesday evening.  The Youth will be serving supper before the service, beginning at 5:45 PM.

 

MARCH CALENDARS AND NEWS will be available from the ushers after today's worship.

 

LLL SPRING BANQUET:  Mark your calendars for next Sunday, March 3 and plan on attending the annual Spring Banquet of the LLL Zone 12, which will be held at St. John's, Sauers, gymnasium.  Sean Harlow will be the speaker.  He is a trained missionary of the LCMS and has served in the mission field and will soon be going to the Philippines and Taiwan.  Tickets are $12, with all proceeds being donated to Mr. Harlow's mission trip.  Registration will begin at 5:30 PM, with devotions at 5:50 PM, followed by the meal (catered by Patty Hercamp), entertainment, elections, and the speaker.  Child care will be available.  For tickets or additional information, contact Keith Mensendiek (812-343-3288) TODAY.

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their meeting this Wednesday, February 27.  The craft workday will begin at 9:00 AM, followed by Bible study and the meeting at 11:00 AM.

 

MANY THANKS TO all who supported last weekend's Aluminum Can Drive.

 

"MANY THANKS to all for the prayers, cards, and get-well wishes given for me as I underwent surgery.  Your kindnesses are certainly appreciated!" - Nancy Dyer

 

HANDBELL SOLIST, Kristine Stout will be performing a concert at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Seymour, next Saturday, March 3, at 4:00 PM in the church sanctuary.  She will be performing the cantata, "The Story of Holy Week."  The public is invited to this free event.

 

A RETIREMENT AND ESTATE STRATEGIES workshop, sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, will be held here in our Fellowship Room on Thursday, March 14, at 6:00 PM.  Guest speaker will be Aaron Lanteigne, a financial consultant with 16 years experience.  This workshop is hosted by local Indiana South Central Associates, Keith Mensendiek and Aldona Reid.  Coffee and refreshments will be served.  Call Kristin at 317-519-5635 to reserve a place for you and a guest.  Please note the insert available today.

 

MEN'S RENDEZVOUS:  All men who love the outdoors and would like to share a weekend of faith, fun, and fellowship are invited to the Men’s Rendezvous at Camp Lakeview’s Lakeview Villages April 5-7.  Pastor Ed Keinath will be the main speaker, and Pastor Cook, James Rockhill, and Bryan Schroer will be among those leading special sectionals.  Registrations received by March 15 will receive $10 off the retreat cost.  Brochures with the registration form are available on the bulletin board in the front school hall, or persons may contact David Vandercar at  812-498-4742 or dvandercar@gmail.com or Matt Riley at 812-343-8553 or matt.riley2@gmail.com.

 

TURKEY SUPPER:  Lord of Life Lutheran Church, North Vernon, will hold its annual Turkey Supper next Saturday, March 2, from 4:00-7:00 PM.  A free-will offering will be received.  The church is located 1.5 miles north of North Vernon.

February 24 Weekly News

Help with Funeral Luncheon

Anyone interested in helping with the Kerkhof funeral luncheon is asked to please contact Karen Burbrink (if you need her number please feel free to call the office - we don't want to publish her number on the internet though).

Kerkhof Funeral

Paul Kerkhof went to be with our Lord last evening, February 19, 2013. Visitation will be held at Voss Funeral Home in Seymour, IN from 4pm - 8pm on Thursday February 21, 2013. The funeral will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church White Creek on Friday February 22, 2013 at 10:30am.

THE LENTEN SEASON continues with midweek worship at 7 PM Wednesday evening.  The Senior High Youth will be serving a chili/baked potato supper before the service, beginning at 5:45 PM.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS are reminded to meet this evening at Papa's Grill at West Hill at 5:30 PM for supper, then returning to the Fellowship Room afterwards for the monthly meeting and socializing.

 

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this evening at 6:00 PM.

 

THE ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE continues yet today.  A trailer is parked on the church/school grounds to receive items.

 

MARCH CALENDAR AND NEWS ITEMS need to be submitted to Becky by tomorrow.

 

ALL THRIVENT MEMBERS are asked to stop at the table in the narthex following today's worship service to designate your CHOICE dollars for the coming year.  Your options for CHOICE dollars here at St. John's include St. John's Lutheran Church, St. John's Foundation, and White Creek Lutheran School.  If you don't designate, those funds will be lost.

 

DEPOSITS OF $1,046.00 and $2,179.00 have been made to the church and school accounts, respectively, on behalf of the Thrivent Financial for Lutherans' Thrivent Choice program.  A listing of those who directed their Choice Dollars is posted on the bulletin board in the front school hall.

 

PRO MUSICA SACRA is a choir of 14 seminarians of the St. Louis Seminary preparing for full-time service as pastors in The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.  They will be presenting music for the Lenten season at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Columbus, this Tuesday, February 19, at 7:00 PM.  The public is invited.

 

LLL SPRING BANQUET:  Mark your calendars for March 3 and plan on attending the annual Spring Banquet of the LLL Zone 12, which will be held at St. John's, Sauers, gymnasium.  Sean Harlow will be the speaker.  He is a trained missionary of the LCMS and has served in the mission field and will soon be going to the Philippines and Taiwan.  Tickets are $12, with all proceeds being donated to Mr. Harlow's mission trip.  Registration will begin at 5:30 PM, with devotions at 5:50 PM, followed by the meal (catered by Patty Hercamp), entertainment, elections, and the speaker.  Child care will be available.  For tickets or additional information, contact Keith Mensendiek (812-343-3288).

 

CHRISTIAN YOGA classes will begin tomorrow (Monday) evening in our Fellowship Room.  The Gentle/Senior Class will be held 4:45-5:45 PM and the Active Class from 6:00-7:00 PM.  Cost is $32 for the 4 week sessions or $10 per drop-in session.  Babysitting will be available for the 6 PM class ($2/child).  Call or text Janet Morey (812-350-6238) to enroll.  Persons should bring a yoga mat or beach towel and an extra beach towel.

 

OUR JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH will be offering a Valentine Babysitting Night this Friday, February 22, from 6:00-10:00 PM for children through 5th grade in our school  gym.  Snacks (not a meal) will be provided.  A free-will offering will be received.  Bring your children to the school gym and enjoy a night out!

 

TURKEY SUPPER:  Lord of Life Lutheran Church, North Vernon, will hold its annual Turkey Supper on Saturday, March 3, from 4:00-7:00 PM.  A free-will offering will be received.  The church is located 1.5 miles north of North Vernon.

 

A THANK-YOU NOTE has been received from the Rediker family for the donation made to them for their son's (Adam) gift account.  "Although we are going through such a difficult time, it's been easier because friends, family, and church members have held us in their hearts." - Mark, Beth, Adam, and Andrew Rediker

 

SINCERE THANKS TO those who donated, helped, and supported last Sunday's Scholarship Dinner.