St. John Ev. Lutheran Church & School 437 Turner Street Wrightstown WI

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1 St. John Ev. Lutheran Church & School 437 Turner Street Wrightstown WI Rev. Matthew Vik (920) Church Office (920) School Office (920) Mr. Timothy Raddatz, Principal, Grades 4-8 (920) Mrs. Jennifer Bunn, Grades K-3 (920) Mrs. Rebecca Wicks, 3 & 4 year old Preschool (920) Mr. Terry Sieker, Congregation President (920) Fox Valley Lutheran School (920)

2 WELCOME! Welcome to God s House! We thank you for coming by and visiting with us today. We pray that the Word of God which you heard today strengthen your faith in Jesus Christ. If you do not have a church home and are interested in joining us at St. John, please talk with Pastor Matthew Vik right away. St. John is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS). St. John operates an all day Pre-School and a full day kindergarten through eighth grade Lutheran Elementary School. St. John is also a member of the Fox Valley Lutheran High School federation. If you are interested in hearing more about a Christian Education that is available, talk with either Pastor Matthew Vik or Principal Tim Raddatz. This Week s Calendar Today Communion Worship Service 7:45 & 10:15 am Apache Mission: Door Collection after each service Bible Class & Sunday school 9:00 am Elders Meeting 11:30 am Advent by Candlelight Event 2:00 pm Council Meeting 7:30 pm Tuesday Senior Lunch Everyone Welcome! 11:30 am Wednesday Catechism Class 3:45 to 5:00 pm Advent Meal #2 5:00 to 6:00 pm Advent Worship Service 6:30 pm Sunday Worship Service 7:45 & 10:15 am Bible Class & Sunday school 9:00 am Scrip Orders taken Poinsettia Order Deadline They Came to Worship their Lord Sunday 135 & Sunday school 31 Gifts to our Lord Fund Name Last Week To Date 22 Wk Goal Home Operations $3,965 $104,831 $133,100 FVL $135 $3,460 $5,082 Missions $330 $6,616 $7,634 *** Land is included in Home Operations. *** 1

3 Opening Hymn: 16 On Jordan s Bank the Baptist s Cry December 7 th, 2014 Our Order of Worship Liturgy: Divine Service II (pg 27 in the Supplement insert) First Lesson: Isaiah 40: Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. 2 Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and proclaim to her that her hard service has been completed, that her sin has been paid for, that she has received from the LORD s hand double for all her sins. 3 A voice of one calling: In the desert prepare the way for the LORD; make straight in the wilderness a highway for our God. 4 Every valley shall be raised up, every mountain and hill made low; the rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain. 5 And the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all mankind together will see it. For the mouth of the LORD has spoken. 6 A voice says, Cry out. And I said, What shall I cry? All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field. 7 The grass withers and the flowers fall, because the breath of the LORD blows on them. Surely the people are grass. 8 The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God stands forever. 9 You who bring good tidings to Zion, go up on a high mountain. You who bring good tidings to Jerusalem, lift up your voice with a shout, lift it up, do not be afraid; say to the towns of Judah, Here is your God! 10 See, the Sovereign LORD comes with power, and his arm rules for him. See, his reward is with him, and his recompense accompanies him. 11 He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young. Psalm of the Day: Psalm 85 (pg. 97 in the hymnal) Second Lesson: 2 Peter 3: But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day. 9 The Lord is 2

4 not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 10 But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything in it will be laid bare. 11 Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives 12 as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming. That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens by fire, and the elements will melt in the heat. 13 But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, the home of righteousness. 14 So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with him. Verse of the Day: Alleluia. Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. All mankind will see God s salvation. Alleluia. Stand Gospel Lesson: Mark 1:1-8 1 The beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 2 It is written in Isaiah the prophet: I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way 3 a voice of one calling in the desert, Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. 4 And so John came, baptizing in the desert region and preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 The whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River. 6 John wore clothing made of camel s hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. 7 And this was his message: After me will come one more powerful than I, the thongs of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. 8 I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit. Be Seated Hymn of the Day: 11 "Comfort, Comfort all my People" 3

5 Sermon: "Comfort for God s People" 1. Sin s Penalty has been paid 2. God s Word Will Endure 3. Our Lord Rules Stand Nicene Creed (pg 32 in the Supplement Insert) Be Seated Offering Please sign our Friendship Register Stand Prayer of the Church The Sacrament (pg 33 in the Supplement insert) Holy Communion Hymn: 376 "Jesus, Your Blood and Righteousness" Prayers and Blessing Closing Hymn: 702 "Prepare the Royal Highway" ******************************************************* Gather, Grow, and Go with the Gospel to Glorify God St. John Lutheran Church exists as part of the Holy Christian Church on earth. We engage in the continuing development of disciples of Jesus Christ by gathering for worship and fellowship in order to grow in faith and knowledge of our Lord and Savior. By God s grace we proclaim Christ and His Word with our lips and lives. As Christians, we realize that it is only through the Gospel in Word and Sacraments one can be equipped for discipleship and bringing glory to God. As part of the body of Christ, we keep worship, personal Bible study, and Christian education as essential elements of our congregational life. We encourage our members and all people to grow in their faith and knowledge of Christ and His will for us. Here at St. John, we are welcoming to our community and strive to share God s plan of grace with them. St. John is known as a visible example of God s 4

6 Love for all people. If you have any questions about St. John, or would like to become a member of St. John, please talk with Pastor Vik AT YOUR SERVICE TODAY: Greeters: Jean Brandt Karen Geiger Marna Johns Judy Wicker Ushers: Gary Brandt Mike Geiger Allen Johns Les Schmidt Loree Baumgartener Perry Schisel Terry Schaeuble Troy Schisel Altar Guild: Organist: Pat Vickman & Betty Schmidt Jennifer Vik ********************************************************** Alternate Greeters and Ushers for Today are: Greeters: Betty Schmidt Mary Fritsch Carroll Treptow Barb Verbeten Ushers: Don Treptow Kenny Lemke Elliott Diny Ralph Bohrtz Monty Reynolds Josh Bohrtz Steve Wierschke Bart Reschke ********************************************************** ANNOUNCEMENTS Here are the totals from the Thanksgiving Eve Offerings: Fund Name Thanksgiving To Date Eve Home Operations $2,041 $100,866 FVL $0 $3,325 Missions $125 $6,286 5

7 Apple Valley Food Pantry Update: The WELS Apple Valley Food Pantry December collection date is Sunday December 14, This is the second Sunday in December. Here is a list of items needed for the pantry: Misc. cleaning & hygiene products, cereal, toilet paper & napkins, all canned meats such as tuna & chicken, meal-in-a can, canned fruit, cake mix & frosting, all crackers, and cookies. As always, thank you for helping to care for those who are in need. Merry Christmas and have a happy and joyous New Year! Thank you. Advent Meal #2: December 10 th Menu: Chicken Noodle & Rice Soup Sandwiches Vegetable Tray Cheese Desserts Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a wonderful time of fellowship in sharing a meal during this Advent Season. Christmas/Advent Decorations: A special thank you goes out to Ladies Aid and Events Committee. They donated funds toward the decorations which adorn the church this Advent Season. Box Tops & Labels Update: Please check all your countertops, drawers, and envelopes for the box tops and labels you have been collecting. We would like them all turned in by December 15 th. If you have any questions or comments regarding this, please see Joan Zahn or call her at Thank you. Snow Blower: School is looking to purchase a snow blower to clear the sidewalks. If you know of a blower for sale or have one for sale, please contact Mr. Raddatz. 6

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