NOV. Inside this issue... The Ministry of St. John. St. John 18/19. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH Seward, Nebraska

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1 News St. John Bulletin ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH Seward, Nebraska NOV. 18/ Pastor Scott Bruick Pastoral Leader Pastor Andrew Ratcliffe Pastor for Christian Nurture Deaconess Juanita Ebert Inside this issue... Getting to Know Jesus Class (Adult Instruction) Sundays, 10am, you can still join the class Thanksgiving Worship Services: Wed., Nov. 22, 7pm; Thurs., Nov. 23, 9am Thanksgiving Day Dinner Thurs., Nov. 23, 12pm Midweek Advent Services Nov. 29, Dec. 6 & 13, 10am & 7pm Time to order poinsettias and wreaths Volunteers needed in various ministry areas School/CDC/Concordia News Next week s calendar Jane Limback Interim Director of Child Development Center jane.limback@stjohnseward.org Paul Soulek Director of Parish & School Music paul.soulek@stjohnseward.org Amber Fiala School Principal amber.fiala@stjohnseward.org The Ministry of St. John Proclaiming and Practicing the Love of Christ Church: 919 N Columbia Avenue; School: 877 N Columbia Avenue; Child Development Center: 1053 N Columbia AVE;

2 Worship and Christian Growth Opportunities Nursery for Families with Young Children Nursery is located on the main level and is staffed on Sundays from 10am-12pm. The nursery is unstaffed this Sunday as well as Sun., Nov. 26. Official Acts BAPTISMS: Welcomed into the Lord s family during the Nov. 18, 5:30pm service: Dwight James Nuttleman, son of Travis Nuttleman and Alyssa Ahrens (sponsors Chris Ahrens and Joe Lintt; officiant Pastor Scott D. Bruick); Rosalyn Marie Ahrens, daughter of Alyssa Ahrens (sponsors Kelly Ahrens and Cody Nuttleman; officiant Pastor Scott D. Bruick). Wanting to Know More about the Christian Faith? Sundays, 10am, Centennial Room Do you know someone who would like to know about the Lutheran Christian teachings or would you like to have a refresher class? A new Getting to Know Jesus class is being held, wherein we search the Scriptures to look at the basics of the Christian faith. This class offers a great opportunity for individuals to learn more about the Lutheran Christian teachings (doctrine), either as a refresher from their confirmation instruction or in preparation to join the Lutheran Church. If you or someone you know is interested in taking this class, please contact the church office or just come to the Centennial Room on Sunday mornings. Young Men's Bible Study Sundays, 10am, classroom #206 Led by various instructors, this informal study is during the Sunday educational hour! Tell your friends! Thanksgiving Services Nov. 22 & 23 Is there anything you have that has not come from God? Based on Deuteronomy 8:1-10, our focus will lead us to ask, "What exactly does God give?" Whether physical or spiritual, God gives all! He gives us everything! Worship with us Wed., Nov. 22, at 7pm or Thur., Nov. 23, at 9am for a Service of Thanksgiving. Our Attendance: Nov. 11 5:30pm 145 Nov. 12 8:30am :00am 359 Nov. 12 Ridgewood: 35 Total 936 Nov. 12 Adult Bible Class 120 Sunday School 87 Midweek Advent Services Begin Wed., Nov. 29 Wed., Nov. 39, Dec. 6 & Dec. 13, 10am & 7pm Interviews with Isaiah: Oh, to see the first Advent of the Messiah be fulfilled! Can you imagine what a joy it would have been to have heard the words of the Prophet Isaiah year after year and then to come face to face with the reality of those prophecies being fulfilled at the birth of Jesus? Join us this Advent season as we spend time with the Prophet Isaiah as he helps us to understand the meaning and background of some of the well-known prophecies that God sent him to share with His people. And then when we gather at 2

3 the manger on Christmas Eve, we can join in boldly singing: How should I not have known Isaiah would be there, his prophecies fulfilled? With pounding heart I stare: A child, a son, the Prince of Peace for me, A child, a son, the Prince of Peace for me. Older Adult Ministry will sponsor coffee and rolls following the morning services in the fellowship hall. Everyone is welcome. Advent dinners sponsored by various groups (Nov Music Ministry; Dec. 6 - Alaska Mission Team; Dec. 13 Youth) will be served from 5-6:30pm in the fellowship hall. Please prepare your hearts for the coming of our Savior by worshiping at the midweek services. Advent Devotions (from Lutheran Hour Ministries) LHM booklets, Love Came Down, available NOW Courtesy of the St. John Board of Elders, copies of LHM devotions are at the desk in the narthex and at the materials shelf in the west entrance of the church. Please feel free to take copies to share with your relatives, friends, and neighbors. Persons with internet access are encouraged to print their own devotions by going to Those with internet may choose other options for accessing this booklet or other devotions as well. Our Elders hope these devotions will be helpful in preparing your hearts and minds for the coming celebration of the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. This year s booklets have a layout/printing glitch that wasn t detected prior to printing. We get the booklets from an outside source and there was no plan to reprint them. We do feel the booklets are readable, but are sorry for the inconvenience December Worship Schedule Sat., Dec. 2 - NO Saturday Service Sun., Dec. 17, 5pm Children-led Christmas Service Sat., Dec NO Saturday Service Sun., Dec. 24, 10am, 5:30pm & 9pm all with Christmas Eve focus Mon., Dec. 25, 10am Christmas Day Service Sat., Dec. 30, 5:30pm Service Sun., Dec. 31, 10am (NO evening service) Worshipping Together The Child Development Center continues to make "worshipping together" a special focus for their ministry. On Sat, Dec. 9, we will be blessed to have families whose children attend the Center worshipping with us, as well as to have the children sharing the gift of song that evening. Sunday School & Bible Class Schedule The Pre-School Sunday School Christmas Program will be Sun., Dec. 17, at 10am in the fellowship hall. There will be NO Fellowship Hall Bible Study on Dec. 17 due to Christmas Program. There will be NO Sunday School or Bible classes on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31 3

4 Men... Let s Get into God s Word! Nov. 28 (every 2 nd & 4 th Tues.), 6:30-7:30am, Concordia s cafeteria All men are invited to join us as we gather for prayer, Bible study, mutual encouragement and faith conversations. You can stay after and purchase breakfast! Theology on Tap most 1 st and 3 rd Thursdays, 7pm, Bottle Rocket Please join in this informal Bible study setting. General News Nominations for Director of Christian Education If you would like to have the search committee consider a candidate to serve St. John as a fulltime Director of Christian Education, there is a nomination form and position description available in the church office. Please submit nominations by Tues., Dec. 5. Questions may be sent to andy.langewisch@cune.edu. Children-led Christmas Service Practices The children of St. John Lutheran Church in grades 3-8 who do not attend day school at St. John will soon/or already have received a mailing inviting them to come to church to practice the Children-led Christmas Service on Wednesdays, Nov. 29 & Dec. 6 and if they RSVP that they can attend the service they should come on Dec. 13, from 3:45 5pm. The service, Lessons and Carols, will be held on Sun., Dec. 17, at 5pm. If you do not receive the mailing, please contact the church office and feel free to attend the rehearsals. Special Note: Due to the increased enrollment at St. John Lutheran School, limited resources, and available practice times, the ministry staff is able to accommodate only the students in grades 3-8 who do not attend St. John Lutheran School. Time to Order Poinsettias and Wreaths Deadline for ordering is NOON on Mon., Dec. 4. Now is the time to order Poinsettias and Wreaths to place around our sanctuary for the Christmas Season. Order blanks are in the November monthly newsletter, in the weekly bulletins, on the church website, in the narthex and west entrance or in the church office. Poinsettias are $19 and wreaths are $20. See order blank for details. Christmas Cash St. John has a special fund called Christmas Cash. As you shop for loved ones and friends, remember the opportunity to provide a little holiday cheer in the lives of congregation members. You may donate money by designating extra giving on your weekly offering envelopes. Names of individuals and families that have had a challenging year are collected by the ministry staff. At Christmas time, the money is divided among the names collected, and those individuals/families receive a surprise cash gift from St. John members. Many families have been blessed by this fund, and we appreciate your kind giving. 4

5 Buy Georgia Pecans and Support the Alaska Mission Team This weekend after worship services, by the elevator Just in time for Holiday baking or gift-giving, the 2018 Alaska Mission Team is selling fresh Georgia pecans (halves, pieces, chocolate covered, turtles, and cinnamon). The halves & pieces come in 16oz bags and are $11/bag. The chocolate covered (dark or milk chocolate) come in 12oz bags and are $10/bag. The turtles and cinnamon come in 10oz bags and are $10/bag. Questions? Contact Pam Peters at or Christmas Card and Note Card Sales by Alaska Mission Team This weekend after worship services, by the elevator The 2018 Alaska Mission Team has Christmas Cards, Note Cards, and Necklaces to sell to support the team s fund raising. The Christmas Cards feature artwork by Gary Faszholz. The Note Cards and Necklaces feature artwork by Kari Anderson, Door County, WI artist, and are wonderful for holiday gift-giving. Warm Clothing Collection for Concordia Students (sponsored by Student Ministry Board) Through Dec. 6, west entrance The Student Ministry Board will again be collecting warm clothing, (gloves and mittens, scarves, coats, jackets, boots, etc.) for CUNE students. As you get out your warmer clothing, set aside the things you no longer need that might help Concordia students from warmer climate zones who do not have adequate clothing for Nebraska winters. Thank you for your anticipated response. Operation Christmas Child Collection week is Nov. 13 Nov. 19, 12pm, drop off at St. John Narthex or Hillcrest E-Free Church This year, St. John is participating in OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD through Samaritans Purse! Shoeboxes include a WOW item, personal care items, clothing/accessories, toys and crafts, a personal note or photo and $9 to cover the shipping costs. You can use your own shoebox or pick one up in the narthex (NOW available). If you do not desire to make a shoebox, you are welcome to donate towards this mission. For more information, a detailed description of what can be included in the boxes, or to drop off your filled boxes, visit the table in the narthex or speak with Joseph Hope-Hull (joseph.hopehull@cune.org). Join the Ministry of St. John in Marching in the Seward Lighted Christmas Parade! Saturday, Nov. 25, line-up at 5:10pm, 1 st Street Join the Ministry of St. John in proclaiming the real Reason for the Season during the Lighted Christmas Parade! You and your child are invited to walk along with St. John's float. Children may wear simple shepherd or angel costumes (think bathrobes and towels), but this is not required. Parents of very young children, please plan to walk the parade route with us. Many families walk with the float until 8 th Street, then sit to watch the rest of the parade. Walkers need to be at the parade site by 5:10. (We will know our official site closer to the date, but it will be on 1 st Street.) Please contact the Child Development Center if you have further questions ( ) 5

6 November Is Diabetes Awareness Month (sponsored by the St. John Parish Health Ministry) Nov. 18/19, west entrance Pick up resources to learn your risk, and to learn more about diabetes and pre-diabetes. A reliable website for information, recipes, and meal planning tools is Butter Braids CDC Fundraiser Nov. 20 Dec. 6, The Child Development Center will be selling Butter Braid Frozen Pastry Dough. Seven varieties are available for purchase, each are $11. Delivery will be on Dec. 19, perfect for a Christmas morning treat! Please see a CDC family to order or call Thanksgiving Day Dinner Thurs., Nov. 23, 12pm, fellowship hall On Thanksgiving Day, St. John will host a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in the fellowship hall beginning at 12pm for the Seward community. If you are able to help by providing a salad, pie, roasted turkey, or by helping to serve, see the signup sheets in the church narthex. Please plan to attend the dinner and invite others to join us for good food and fellowship. If you need a ride for the event, please call the church office ( ) by 5pm on Tues., Nov. 21 to schedule transportation. Everyone is welcome! Thanksgiving Dinner Donations (from the Human Care Board) If you are already donating food for the St. John Thanksgiving Dinner this year or have volunteered your time, please note the following times: cooked turkeys should be delivered, with their juices, to the church kitchen no later than 3pm on Wed., Nov. 22; salads and pies should be left in the church kitchen by at least 9am on Thursday morning; please label your containers with your name; food preparation will start at 8:30am on Thanksgiving Day. Sincere thanks to all the generous donations of food and time this year. Sharing Our Abundance - Thanksgiving Food Offering Wed., Nov. 22, 7pm & Thurs., Nov. 23, 9am We are invited to share our abundance with the needy by bringing grocery items to the Thanksgiving services. All non-perishable groceries and supplies are encouraged. Please leave your donations in the shopping carts located in the narthex as you arrive for the Thanksgiving services. The collected items will go to Christ's Cupboard, St. John's Client Choice Food Pantry. Let s put an extra item or two on our grocery lists to donate to those in need! Sorters Needed for Thanksgiving Food Offering Fri., Nov. 24, 9:30am, narthex We need help sorting the food donated to Christ's Cupboard, St. John's Client Choice Food Pantry. This is a fun opportunity for both families and individuals to serve here at St. John. The more help we have, the sooner we will be done. Sorting should take approximately an hour. If you have questions, please contact Laurie Sherman at

7 LWL Christmas Banquet Invitation Tues., Dec. 5, 6:30pm, fellowship hall, $8.50 tickets (through Nov. 26) The Savior Comes is the theme for the LWL Christmas Banquet. Rev. Ratcliffe will speak on the theme, and Concordia's Man Choir, directed by Paul Soulek, will perform. Tickets are $8.50 for the Windsor loin meal catered by Sparetime. Guests are welcome and can purchase their tickets before Nov. 27 from Betty Galen ( ) or Jean Gardner ( ). Invitation to Final Rehearsal of Children-led Christmas Service Thurs, Dec. 14, 10am, sanctuary If you cannot attend the Children-led service on Dec. 17, at 5pm, you are invited to the final rehearsal. Trivia Night 2018 Registration OPEN! Fri., Jan. 19, 6pm doors open; 7pm trivia begins, Harvest Hall The 8 th Annual PTL Trivia Night is coming! Recruit your team for Seward s most fun night of the year! Your team writes answers to questions in ten themed rounds, such as Sports, Movies, History, Bible or Food. Between rounds, bid at the silent auction, visit the cash bar or play Dead or Alive. Bring favorite snacks for your table. Dress up your team and table to win the Spirit Award. The team with the most correct trivia answers wins $320; second place wins $160. All proceeds go to St. John PTL. Cost is $160 per table ($20 per person) or $150 per table if paid in advance. Registration is open until all 44 tables are full. Register your team of eight players at Questions or corporate sponsors us at stjohntrivia@gmail.com or call Michelle Meyer at Jewelry Parties to Help Women at Risk Hands of Mercy is holding a series of jewelry parties to support the organization Women at Risk, International (WAR, Int l). Come at your convenience to peruse products made by women who are at risk and help them become self-sustaining by buying hand-crafted jewelry, clothing and accessories. You have several opportunities to support this ministry (and shop for Christmas gifts for your loved ones!): Nov. 25, 2-5:30pm, Bottle Rocket Brewing Company; and Dec. 1, Red Path Gallery, 6-8pm. We encourage you come to the parties, but will also be available Sunday mornings during the educational hour in the downstairs hallway between the fellowship hall and the school cafeteria. Thank you for joining us to support women at risk! [Women At Risk, International (WAR Int'l) is a Michigan based, nonprofit organization, established to create circles of protection around at-risk women and children. Through culturally sensitive, value-added intervention projects and partnerships, we provide safe places to heal from abuse, trafficking, exploitation, and more. Our passion is to empower survivors to live and work with dignity and hope.] St. John Ladies Aid Collecting Items for Blessing Bags Now through Dec. 7, west entrance During their luncheon on Dec. 7, the Ladies Aid will put together Blessing Bags which will then go to homeless people at the Lincoln Mission. They are in need of these items for the bags: hand warmers; new or slightly used warm hats, gloves, socks for adults; toothbrush; toothpaste; razors; shampoo; soap; conditioner; deodorant; hand wipes; and granola bars. Please put items in the box in the west entrance and thank you for your donations. 7

8 Breakfast in Bethlehem Sat., Dec. 9- See insert in this bulletin for details. Breakfast in Bethlehem Additional Items Needed St. John families, we need volunteers (youth and adult) to help make Breakfast in Bethlehem possible. If you enjoy crafts, reading to kids, playing games, serving breakfast, shopping or baking/decorating cookies, we have a job for you! If you are able to help, please sign up at information booth in the narthex or contact Jill (jillbeisel@hotmail.com) or Jessica (jj_brashear@yahoo.com). Supplies needed are candy canes and tissue paper. A donation box is in the east entrance. We need 600 cookies for this Breakfast in Bethlehem station! Cookies should be unfrosted and in Christmas (no Santa) shapes or circles. Cookies should be brought in a disposable container to the school Home-Ec kitchen by Fri., Dec. 8, at 4pm. CUNE s Scholarship Parade of Homes Tickets Available Now $12, CUNE s Advancement Office (main desk) Weller #206 It s beginning to look a lot like Christmas especially for our Scholarship Parade of Homes Homeowners this year! Each year the Scholarship Parade of Homes is a fundraiser for scholarships going to Seward County students attending either Concordia University, Nebraska, or South East Community College, Milford. We hope that you ll find time on Dec. 3, 12:30-4pm to join us. Please stop by and pick up your tickets today! A special thanks to this year s homeowners on the parade: Mark and Chris Blanke, 189 Wildwood RD; David and Amber Fiala, 411 N Columbia AVE; Mike and Jeanie Hecker, 2432 N Columbia AVE; Scott and Tammy Kocian, 2443 N Columbia AVE; and Jim Neuberger and Nicky Engel, 206 Seward ST. Lincoln Lutheran (Community) Choir Presents: 500: Reformed Sun., Nov. 19, 3pm, Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington ST, Lincoln This fall we celebrate 500 years of Martin Luther s Reformation that began with his 95 theses. To commemorate that historical event the choir will be presenting Reformationfocused literature, the centerpiece of which is J.S. Bach s BWV 80, Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott (A Mighty Fortress Is Our God). The choir has invited soloists and, for the Lincoln concert, a chamber orchestra and All City Girls Chorus to more fully express our enthusiasm in sharing the music for this milestone celebration. As always, the concert will include congregational singing to uplift all of our voices and hearts in celebration. Come join us for this very special and commemorative celebration! Be a St. John Bell Ringer and Help Raise Funds to Assist Families in Need Sat., Nov. 25, 9am-9pm (St. John s day to serve as Salvation Army bell ringers in front of Wal-Mart) The Seward Ministerial Association is once again coordinating volunteers to ring the bells by the Salvation Army Kettle out at Wal-Mart. Ninety percent of the funds raised come back to Seward to assist individuals and families in need. The remaining 10% is reserved for local disaster assistance. St. John has committed to providing the volunteers for Sat., Nov. 25. One hour shifts are available from 9am-9pm. Bring your family or come with a friend and ring for a one hour shift. See the poster in the narthex to sign-up. 8

9 News Bulletin Announcement Deadline for Week of Thanksgiving Due to the church office being closed on Thanksgiving and the following Friday, we ask that you have your news bulletin articles for the Nov. 25/26 bulletin to the church office by noon on Mon., Nov. 20. Thank you. Trivia Night Silent Auction Donations As part of the trivia night festivities, we will be hosting a silent auction. Please consider donating new items of value, experiences such as game tickets or condo usage, or valuable antiques for us to auction. All profit from the auction items go directly to the St. John PTL for use in supporting our school, teachers, and students! If you have an item to donate, or questions, please contact Cari Berner at or us at stjohntrivia@gmail.com. Saturday Art School for Pre-K 8 th Graders at CU The Methods of Art Education class in cooperation with the Art Department will once again be holding Saturday Art School. The following are the Saturday Art School Dates and grade levels for fall The classes run from 9am 11am ($5 fee; Brommer Art Center room 123; each session has 25 seats available): Dec. 2 3 rd & 4 th ; and Dec. 9 5 th - 8 th. Registration is online go to Military Section of Prayer Sheet The church office would like to keep the military section of the prayer sheet updated, so please notify the office of your loved one s status as they serve or complete their service. Service Opportunities... If you want to receive timely information and reminders about the new Member Directory photo opportunities, please update your phone information at the table in the narthex (names divided as such: A-G; H-L; M-R; and S-Z)....Piano Players Needed Pianists are needed to assist in leading worship at Ridgewood on Sunday AMs. You would be in rotation with other volunteers. Please call the church office ( ). School and Child Development Center Next Week s Chapel Thanksgiving Chapel Tues., Nov. 21, 8:25am, sanctuary Chapel will be led by grade 5. Please join us for this special time of worship. Chapel offerings for the second quarter will go to The Rock s Comfort Dog Ministry. Chapel offering total is $

10 St. John Apparel Orders Open Until Nov. 29 Christmas shopping doesn't get any easier than this! Place an order for St. John Fox apparel by visiting Orders will be ready Dec. 15. We also have St. John water bottles (in red and gray, $5 ea.). Contact Rachel Miller to order THANKSGIVING VACATION No School Wed. Fri., Nov Direct Thrivent Choice Dollars Today! Choice Dollars charitable grant funds can make a world of difference to St. John Lutheran School as we work together to Proclaim and Practice the Love of Christ. Directing Choice Dollars is easy. Simply go to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice to learn more or call and say Thrivent Choice after the prompt. Thanks to those who have already designated St. John Lutheran School for their Choice Dollars! Concordia, Church Family and Community Upcoming Concordia Events (events/activities listed are free & open to public unless otherwise noted with a ) Nov. 4 Dec. 13, Harbinger of a Deeper Magic? An Exhibition Curated by Concordia Art Majors, Marxhausen Gallery Nov , Thanksgiving Break Dec. 1-3, Christmas at Concordia Weekend, Dec. 1, 7pm; Dec. 2, 3pm & 7pm; & Dec. 3, 3pm concerts at St. John Sanctuary; Dec. 3, 12:30-4pm Scholarship Parade of Homes; Dec. 3, 4:30-6:30, Christmas Open House & Tree Lighting (6pm), Cattle Conference Room & Holthus Family Plaza Dec. 7, 10am-4:30pm, Plum Creek Christmas Book Sale, TLEC Mainstreet Dec. 7, 7pm, String Ensemble & Chamber Choir Concert, Music Center Recital Hall Dec. 8, 7pm, Winter JazzFest, Weller Auditorium Dec. 9, 3pm, Handbell Concert, Music Center Recital Hall Dec. 9, 7:30pm, IMPROVables, Music Center Recital Hall Dec. 14-Jan. 8, Christmas Break This Week at St. John SUNDAY 8:30am Communion Worship, sanctuary 10:00am Sunday School & Jr. & Sr. High Bible Class, various locations [Sunday School classes are available for children ages 2-years-old through 12th grade; however, during certain months of the year, classes may be combined or on break, so please see the Sunday School superintendents in the school workroom. They would be happy to assist you in locating your child s class. Please ask an usher to help you find the school workroom.] 10:00am Young Men s Bible Study, classroom #206 10:00am Adult Instruction Class (Getting to Know Jesus, Pastor Bruick), Centennial Room 10:00am Adult Bible Class (Genesis, Matthias & Jurchen), music room 10:00am Adult Bible Class (Provoking Proverbs, David Coe), Heritage Room 10:00am Adult Bible Class (Luther s Encouragement of Hymn Singing, David Held), fellowship hall 11:00am Worship, sanctuary 10

11 MONDAY 9:15am 3:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm TUESDAY 8:25am 10:00am WEDNESDAY 7:00pm THURSDAY 9:00am 10:00am CDC Chapel, commons area Client-Choice Food Pantry, Christ s Cupboard Christian Nurture Board, fellowship hall Finance Board, Centennial Room Trustees, CDC School Thanksgiving Chapel, sanctuary Comforters, CDC lower level No School (K-8) Thanksgiving Vacation Thanksgiving Communion Worship, sanctuary School/CDC/Church Office Closed Thanksgiving Day Communion Worship, sanctuary Community Thanksgiving Day Meal, fellowship hall FRIDAY School/CDC/Church Office Closed 9:30am Sorting of Food Offering, narthex SATURDAY 9:00am Client-Choice Food Pantry, Christ s Cupboard 2:00pm Jewelry Party for Women at Risk (Hands of Mercy), Bottle Rocket 5:30pm Worship, sanctuary SUNDAY (Nov. 26) 8:30am Worship, sanctuary 10:00am Sunday School & Jr. & Sr. High Bible Class, various locations 10:00am Young Men s Bible Study, classroom #206 10:00am Adult Bible Class (Genesis, Matthias & Jurchen), music room 10:00am Adult Bible Class (The Advent Lectionary, Jerry Pfabe), Heritage Room 10:00am Adult Bible Class (Are We Living in the End Times? Terry Groth), fellowship hall 11:00am Communion Worship, sanctuary Stephen Ministry St. John is a Stephen Ministry congregation. If you need someone to help you through a difficult time, call any of the following church office ( ) Iva Mae Roettjer ( ) Deanna Dowding ( ) Deaconess Juanita Ebert ( ) Mary Ann Steinbeck ( ) Mindy Miller ( ) 11

12 This Sunday s Bible Classes Genesis MUSIC ROOM Ryan Matthias and John Jurchen Luther s Encouragement of Hymn Singing FELLOWSHIP HALL David Held Provoking Proverbs HERITAGE ROOM David Coe Getting to Know Jesus CENTENNIAL ROOM Pastor Bruick Our AED is in the school hallway by the narthex. - St. John Parish Health Needed to Meet the St. John Ministry-Funding Plan: The General Fund amount needed per week to further the Lord's ministry at St. John: $37,540 General Fund received last week (11/12/2017): $33,507 Debt amount received last week (11/12/2017): $5 FtCG pledges and gifts received last week (11/12/2017): $839 The current fiscal year operating deficit: $49,889 The current carry-over deficit from 2017: $28,199 For the Coming Generations Capital Campaign: The Goal of the "For the Coming Generations Capital Campaign": $5,295,000 St. John has received the Mundt Foundation Grant of $750,000. With the receipt of the Mundt Foundation Grant and the remaining capital campaign pledges, the goal of the "For the Coming Generations Capital Campaign" will be reached. All capital campaign expenses will be covered. Remaining gifts from capital campaign pledges and additional donations received for the capital campaign will be designated for any additional campaign expenses or capital building projects at the discretion of the St. John Lutheran Church Foundation. 12