St John Evangelical Lutheran Church Mission Statement. April Fifteenth Annual Breakfast with the Bishop E VA N GELICAL C H U RC H E LCA

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S T. J O H N E VA N GELICAL L U T H E R A N C H U RC H E LCA April 2017 Firmly Rooted in God s Word Fifteenth

Professor Rolf Jacobson, Professor of Old Testament and Alvin N. Rogness Chair of Scripture, Theology and Ministry.

His teaching interests include the Psalms, Old Testament prophets, biblical poetry, biblical theology, and biblical

He is the co-author of the commentary The Book of Psalms, with Nancy DeClaisse-Walford and Beth Tanner and

His voice can be heard on two weekly podcasts: Sermon Brainwave and I Love to Tell the Story (Narrative Lectionary).

Sponsored by the Southeastern Minnesota Synod Contact Russell Tesch before Friday, April 14 at 825-3843.

St John Evangelical Lutheran Church Mission Statement St.

1 S T. J O H N E VA N GELICAL L U T H E R A N C H U RC H E LCA April 2017 Firmly Rooted in God s Word Fifteenth Annual Breakfast with the Bishop Saturday April 22, :00 11:00 AM at Cabela s (I-35 N) in Owatonna Keynote Professor Rolf Jacobson, Professor of Old Testament and Alvin N. Rogness Chair of Scripture, Theology and Ministry. Known for his humor and good nature, Jacobson is an in-demand speaker and author. His teaching interests include the Psalms, Old Testament prophets, biblical poetry, biblical theology, and biblical narrative. He is the co-author of the commentary The Book of Psalms, with Nancy DeClaisse-Walford and Beth Tanner and Invitation to the Psalma with Karl N. Jacobson. His voice can be heard on two weekly podcasts: Sermon Brainwave and I Love to Tell the Story (Narrative Lectionary). A cancer survivor, Jacobson lives with his long-suffering wife, Amy, and two snarky children Ingrid and Gunnar. Sponsored by the Southeastern Minnesota Synod Contact Russell Tesch before Friday, April 14 at Cost:$10 per person Men of all ages are invited. Teens attend for free. St John Evangelical Lutheran Church Mission Statement St. John is a Christian family of disciples alive in a Scripture-based, Spirit-led mission of ministry, worship and play. Disciples at St. John Lutheran Church are expected to pray often, worship regularly, learn from the Scriptures, participate in the serving groups if physically able, offer their time and talent as the spirit calls them, and regularly contribute monetarily to support the mission and ministry of the church. Photograph by Curt Yess

member will be there to hear your request and to pray with you.

or Fair Trade Tea may be purchased the first Sunday of each month before or

Have you checked out Pastor John s blog, which is the current weeks sermon?

com/ You can also find it on our Page 2 Hospitalized or ILL?

a planned surgery or any other reason do contact us!

Dana Elias, Darren Peterson, Chad Chum, and Jacob Lemmen.

Men in Mission will serve a Pancake- Breakfast following worship on Sunday

2 Anyone that wants to be included on St. John current Homebound Communion list please call the church office at Prayer Ministers Prayer teams will be available in the narthex for prayer during all Sunday Communion services. While communion is being served you are invited to go to the narthex and a member will be there to hear your request and to pray with you. Please make use of this opportunity Lutheran World Relief Fair Trade Coffee or Fair Trade Tea may be purchased the first Sunday of each month before or after services. Have you checked out Pastor John s blog, which is the current weeks sermon? stjohnwaseca.wordpress.com/ You can also find it on our Page 2 Hospitalized or ILL? Pastor John would like to visit you if you have any mental or physical health issues. Therefore if you or a loved one is sick, or if you are in the hospital for a planned surgery or any other reason do contact us! Call MILITARY SERVICE Jacob Kuhns, Trevor Morris, Matt Wantoch, Dana Elias, Darren Peterson, Chad Chum, and Jacob Lemmen. Please let us know of others to add to this list. Men in Mission will serve a Pancake- Breakfast following worship on Sunday April 2. We will be honoring all 4th grade children. Sunday Bus (Smart Bus) Noisy Offering Sunday, April 2 at 9 am. Help the children fill our milk can. CHURCH OFFICE HOURS Monday Friday 7:30 am 11:30 am 12:30 pm 4:30 pm Complimentary bus Tokens are available for St. John members riding the bus to church. Call the church office You must call DISPATCH before 3pm Saturday to schedule your pickup and drop-off.

Page 3 He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said.

The disciples ran and hid, but the women stayed near Jesus. They went with Joseph of Arimathea to the tomb. They wanted to see where Jesus would be buried.

Jesus had meant so much to them. We live in a Good Friday world, where it so often seems that sin and evil, suffering and death are the things that have the last word.

We confess the sin and evil and suffering and death in this world, but we also confess the grace of God and the gift of eternal life.

3 Page 3 He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. (Matthew 28:6) Mary Magdalene and the other Mary watched in horror as the lifeless body of Jesus was taken down from the cross late Friday afternoon. The disciples ran and hid, but the women stayed near Jesus. They went with Joseph of Arimathea to the tomb. They wanted to see where Jesus would be buried. Joseph wrapped the body in clean linen and placed it in the tomb. With everything in place he rolled the stone in front of the tomb and left. The women observed all this and wept. Jesus had meant so much to them. We live in a Good Friday world, where it so often seems that sin and evil, suffering and death are the things that have the last word. We can t deny these things happen, and we can t deny the pain and the grief and the hurt. But at the same time, Easter also happened. Our faith holds both death and resurrection together. We confess the sin and evil and suffering and death in this world, but we also confess the grace of God and the gift of eternal life. We live in a world that is marked by crosses of sin, evil, suffering, death and yet we see the outlines of grace and we do not surrender hope. The angel said, He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said and indeed, he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him. (Matthew 28:6-7) It was then that they remembered Jesus teachings that on the third day, he would be raised. He died on Friday and now it was Sunday the third day. They believed that God had raised Jesus to new life just as Jesus said would happen. Death had been defeated. The women were no longer afraid. And they hurried from the graveyard to tell the disciples that Jesus is alive! As they were hurrying out of the cemetery, they ran into the risen Lord Jesus. He said, Greetings! It was the happiest reunion anyone could imagine. The women fell at his feet and worshipped him. Jesus told them, "Do not be afraid; go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me." (Mt 28:10) And that is what our risen Lord says to us, here today, as well. Go to Galilee, which means, go to where Jesus is in his words that he has spoken to us written down by his apostles. Go to where Jesus is wherever two or three are gathered in his name. Go to where Jesus is at his table sharing his bread and wine. These are Galilee for us, the places where we will see him. Easter is not something that just happened in the past; it is a present reality when we experience the risen Christ in our own lives. Let us go to where he is in his word, in worship, at his table not just on Easter Sunday, but in the days and weeks and months ahead. We have his promise we will meet the risen Christ. Death has been defeated. Jesus is alive! Peace Pastor John Omans

New Bible Study Series Heaven on Earth based on The Sermon on the

Trinity Hall led by Pastor John Omans Workbook is $8.

the theme of God s Mercy: received and shared Luke s gospel

18:9-14 He didn t have a prayer 04/09/17 Luke 19:28-40 If these

04/23/17 Luke 24:13-35 The power of hope 04/30/17 Luke 24:36-49

worship will be: THE LORD S PRAYER Join us on April 5 with a supper

1 single bed, (mattresses must be in good condition) bed frames,

4 New Bible Study Series Heaven on Earth based on The Sermon on the Mount Wednesdays April 19 through May 10 9:30 am-10:30 am in Trinity Hall led by Pastor John Omans Workbook is $8.50 Please RSVP by Friday April 7 Page 4 Lenten Sunday s will have the theme of God s Mercy: received and shared Luke s gospel emphasizes Jesus as our compassionate Savior, who offers his Grace to All. Come, join us as we explore Luke s gospel together: 04/02/17 Luke 18:9-14 He didn t have a prayer 04/09/17 Luke 19:28-40 If these stones could talk 04/16/17 Luke 24:1-12 The resurrec on of Jesus 04/23/17 Luke 24:13-35 The power of hope 04/30/17 Luke 24:36-49 Witnesses The Theme for our Wednesday nights mid week supper and worship will be: THE LORD S PRAYER Join us on April 5 with a supper at 5:45-6:45pm, hosted by Men in Mission and worship in Trinity Hall at 7:00pm. Another trip to Pine Ridge Indian Reservation is planned for May 18th -21st. We are presently looking for the following donations: 2 full beds, 1 single bed, (mattresses must be in good condition) bed frames, couches, lawn mowers, electric stove, 3 dressers, washing machines, maul, gardening tools. If you have any of these items that you would be willing to donate, please call Sue Erdman at or Ward Ask at God s Work, Our Hands helping the poor, that is what Lutherans Do

Page 5 FEBRUARY 2017 Monthly Income $ 15,622 Expense 23,570 Diff (7,948) Year to

95 was collected on March 5 for missions.

April 18 7pm at Realife Leader Marie Tesch Hostess Nadine Omans Sarah Bible Study

potluck at 5:30 pm Minnesota River Conference Women's Spring Get Together April 29,

Registration is at 8:00am and the meeting starts at 9:00am.

All are encouraged to bring a Mystery Bag for a fund raiser sale.

Let Shirley Raetz or Joann Spies know if you are going. Rides will be coordinated.

5 Page 5 FEBRUARY 2017 Monthly Income $ 15,622 Expense 23,570 Diff (7,948) Year to Date Income $ 34,350 Expense 43,405 Diff (9,055) NOISY OFFERINGS $ was collected on March 5 for missions. Mary Bible Study Monday, April 10 1:30 pm in Trinity Hall Ruth Bible Study Tuesday, April 18 7pm at Realife Leader Marie Tesch Hostess Nadine Omans Sarah Bible Study Wednesday, March 15 9:30 am Hostess-Myra Battenfeld WELCA General Meeting on May 4, potluck at 5:30 pm Minnesota River Conference Women's Spring Get Together April 29, 2017 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church on German Lake. Registration is at 8:00am and the meeting starts at 9:00am. "Joyful All Anew" "Walk Boldly with Joy" by guest speaker Edna Thayer. All are encouraged to bring a Mystery Bag for a fund raiser sale. Registration is $10 and includes coffee and rolls in the morning and a brunch. Let Shirley Raetz or Joann Spies know if you are going. Rides will be coordinated. Gardening by Lanae Feser The Annual Rummage Sale Friday April 21 5pm-8pm Saturday, April 22 8am-12 noon. Save the Date and tell your family and friends to check out all the bargains. Profits benefit Youth Summer Mission Trips. Worship Schedule Sundays at 9:00 am Mid Week Wednesday at 7pm Holy Communion Palm Sunday April 9 at 9am Maundy Thursday April 13 at 2pm and 7pm Easter Sunday April 16 at 8am and 10am

Page 6 GOOD EARTH VILLAGE SUMMER CAMP Hey, Kids!

people who hunger. There is funding available from the St.

Information about camp and scholarships is available from Pastor John or Pam Grunzke.

John Lutheran Church To schedule an appointment, call 507.625.

6 Page 6 GOOD EARTH VILLAGE SUMMER CAMP Hey, Kids! Amazing Summer staff are preparing to bring wild games and adventures, lead a vital mission, and help campers use their gifts to feed people who hunger. There is funding available from the St. John Women of the ELCA to help you be able to GO to Good Earth Bible Camp this summer and learn more about God s love for you. Information about camp and scholarships is available from Pastor John or Pam Grunzke. You can also find more detailed information about Good Earth, the various camps and schedules, and their 3 tier pricing by going to the website: goodearthvillage.org Diane Caspers, MS, LP Licensed Psychologist Diane is available for counseling on Thursdays in Waseca at St. John Lutheran Church To schedule an appointment, call Areas of specialization: Mood disorders Anger issues Relationship difficulties Parent-child problems Life adjustment issues Trauma and abuse WERE YOU AWARE? Individual, Couple, Family and Child Therapy Diane provides individual, couple and family therapy for children, adolescents and adults. Persistent mental illness Grief and loss Coping with chronic pain/illness Addictions Healing family of origin issues Spiritual issues Diane is a Licensed Psychologist with over thirty-five years of experience as a mental health professional and spiritual director.

Fifth Sunday in Lent Traditional Worship Ushers: Myra Battenfeld, Elaine Sack, Joseph McCarthy, Curt Yess Reader: Shannon Wesseling Acolyte: Daniel Kuhns Church Council: Kevin Dickie Videographer:

7 Page 7 April 14,7pm Good Friday Worship Ushers: Jon and Vicky O Neil Julie Pederson, Gyles Randall Reader: Gyles Randall Acolyte: Daniel Kuhns Church Council: Cindy Coy April 2, 9:00 a.m. Fifth Sunday in Lent Traditional Worship Ushers: Myra Battenfeld, Elaine Sack, Joseph McCarthy, Curt Yess Reader: Shannon Wesseling Acolyte: Daniel Kuhns Church Council: Kevin Dickie Videographer: Jackie Krause SCRIP: Fellowship: Men in Mission April 5, 7pm Wednesday Lenten Worship Ushers: Confirmation Students Reader: Sam Macklay Acolyte: Josiah Behncke Church Council: Ron Alger April 9, 9:00 am Palm Sunday -Sunbeams Traditional Worship with communion Ushers: Craig and Cathryn Johnson Wallace Priebe, David Lewer Reader: David Lewer Acolyte: Lanesha Spies Prepare Communion: Vickie Hill, Arlene Weber Church Council: Pam Grunzke Videographer: Gyles Randall SCRIP: Fellowship: Mike and Rhonda Behsman April 13, 2pm Maundy Thursday Worship with Communion Ushers: Mary Meyman, Sue Michaels Prepare Communion: Mary Meyman, Sue Michaels Reader: Acolyte: Church Council: Dianne Bathke April 13, 7pm Maundy Thursday Worship with Communion Ushers: Jeff and Ann Ruedy, Gyles and Carol Randall Prepare Communion: Rodney and Vickie Kolpin Reader: Acolyte: Owen Thomas Church Council: David Oraskovich April 16, 8:00 am EASTER WORSHIP with Communion Ushers: Carol Tilney, Linda Snadborg, Kevin and Cindy Dickie Acolyte: Josiah Behncke Reader: LuAnne Huber Church Council: Videographer: Gyles Randall April 19, 10:00 am EASTER WORSHIP with Communion Ushers: Angela Barbknecht, Russell Tesch, Brian Tesch Reader: Russell Tesch Acolyte: Lanesha Spies Prepare Communion: Marsha Vollbrecht, Amy LeCocq Church Council: Sam Macklay April 23, 9:00 am Second Sunday after Easter Contemporary Worship Ushers: Lanae Feser, Vickie Hill, Les and Karen Tlougan Acolyte: Owen Thomas Reader: Vickie Hill Church Council: David Oraskovich Videographer: Curt Yess SCRIP: Fellowship: Gyles Randall April 30, 9:00 am Third Sunday after Easter Contemporary Worship Ushers: Rodney and Lori Born Christy Jo Born, Wayne Johnson Reader: Rodney Born Acolyte: Daniel Kuhns Church Council: Dianne Bathke Videographer: Dennis Sommers SCRIP: Fellowship: Dewey and Kathy Zabel VIDEO VOICE OF ST JOHN Each Sunday morning the worship service at St. John is videotaped and broadcast on Channel 8 Sundays at 5:00 pm and Mondays at 10:30 am.

College Students Addresses Men in Mission will be putting together

Please let the church office know 833-1703 of any changes in your

We want to make sure this gets to them in a timely manner as finals

Page 8 The Tenth Triennial Gathering will be held July 13-16, 2017,

years Women of the ELCA meet to celebrate our faith.

Get your registrations in soon Please talk to Marie Tesch 835-3843

The BOLD GATHERING is a weekend for men to come together to learn to

gather together for a weekend huddle that is called the BOLD

8 College Students Addresses Men in Mission will be putting together College Care Packages in April. Please let the church office know of any changes in your college students address. We want to make sure this gets to them in a timely manner as finals approach. Thank you for your help with this! Page 8 The Tenth Triennial Gathering will be held July 13-16, 2017, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, in Minneapolis, MN Every three years Women of the ELCA meet to celebrate our faith. We are fortunate to have this gathering in our own state this time. Get your registrations in soon Please talk to Marie Tesch or Linda Sandborg July 21-23, 2017 Minneapolis MN. The BOLD GATHERING is a weekend for men to come together to learn to worship, to network and to be empowered to BOLDLY live out their faith., to network, Every couple of years, men from all over the country gather together for a weekend huddle that is called the BOLD GATHERING! In 2017, join us in Minneapolis to be encouraged, to worship, and to connect and serve! It is time to register. July 21-23, Minneapolis, MN If you want to register or any questions about this gathering please contact Russell Tesch men to come to-

9 Page 9 Christ-like compassion If I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another s feet. (John 13:14) I have called you friends, is our stewardship emphasis for this year. We are stewards, which means that we are care-takers, of Jesus gifts, Jesus mission, and Jesus church. What do you recall about Jesus showing compassion to others? The generosity of spirit that Jesus shows to his disciples is also reflected in his love for people he did not know as well, people who at first glance might make others feel uncomfortable. 1. How can we live as Jesus did in this regard? 2. How is compassion demonstrated in the life of our congregation? How is it demonstrated to: church attenders? neighbors who do not have a church home? people who are just passing through? Many of us first experience Christ s compassionate love through a relationship with another person. That person s love for us is an echo of the more profound love and mercy and compassion extended to us from the cross. Christ s love, given to us, is a gift that our Lord asks us in turn to offer to people who are alienated from God. Jesus asks us to echo his more profound love and mercy and compassion. Our compassion for people who are spiritually lost should also extend to those who need food, shelter, or bandages for wounds physical and emotional wounds whether they are Christians or strangers to the faith. Jesus calls us to echo the forgiveness and compassion we ourselves have received. Peace, Pastor John Omans

10 Page 10 April Lifeline Quilters are in need of White Cotton Sheets to make bandages. Please contact Jean Miller if you have any questions. Easter is coming! Let s make beautiful Lilies a part of our worship service. Order by calling the church office or putting a request in the offering plate. $8.50 Please include who the flowers are in memory of or in honor of. Deadline to order is Friday April 7. April 5 Men in Mission Wednesday night Lenten suppers are coming to a close. The last mid week meal is April 5 at 5:45-6:45 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Baked Potato Meal will be served by the Men in MissionCome join us for food and fellowship! Back by popular demand Wednesday Lenten Lunches March 29 April 5 at noon At Christ Community Church 2200 NE 4th St Enjoy a warm bowl of soup, fellowship with friends, and a devotional from an area pastor, -just for the cost of a donation. Sponsored by Waseca Area Ministerial Association Easter Community Meal Sunday, April 16, :00 noon Waseca Senior Center 308 N State St. Hosted by Sacred Heart Catholic Church If you are elderly, alone for the holiday, or unable to prepare a meal, call the Senior Center at to register by Wed., April 12 at noon. (Take outs and delivery available.) Limit of 4 per household Some of the members of St. John Church are a part of this organization The Waseca Chorale will be performing Oh, The Places You ll Go Sunday, April 23 at 4pm at Starfire Event Center. Tickets are $12

Page 11 If you would like to adorn our altar with fresh flowers please call Debbie Bartelt at 461-4874 or the church office at least a week ahead of time.

Individuals whom belong to the church may have this donation listed on their financial statements. You may request a color and/or flower preference.

Palm Sunday April 9 Worship w/ communion at 9am Maundy Thursday April 13 Worship w/ communion 2pm & 7pm Good Friday April 14 Worship 7pm Easter Sunday April 16 Worship w/communion

The High School State Street Singers will be performing.

11 Page 11 If you would like to adorn our altar with fresh flowers please call Debbie Bartelt at or the church office at least a week ahead of time. Two vases are $40 paid to WELCA. This may be brought to the church office or put in the offering plate and labeled. Individuals whom belong to the church may have this donation listed on their financial statements. You may request a color and/or flower preference. A written announcement can be put in the weekly bulletin specifying if they are in honor of or in memory of. Palm Sunday April 9 Worship w/ communion at 9am Maundy Thursday April 13 Worship w/ communion 2pm & 7pm Good Friday April 14 Worship 7pm Easter Sunday April 16 Worship w/communion 8am and 10am Senior Lutherans Dinner Wednesday, April 12 at 11:30 am $7.00 Call the church office at before noon on Monday, April 10 to reserve your chicken dinner meal. The High School State Street Singers will be performing. Currently Available in the Narthex and Trinity Hall Free Indeed Lenten Devotional Book Large print and regular size copies of : Portals of Prayer, Christ in our Home, and The Upper Room quarterly devotion books. Council meeting monthly minutes Extra Copies of our Lifeline Monthly Newsletter Monthly Prayer Ventures from ELCA Pockets learning about God for children Gather women s magazine for faith and action The Lutheran Prayer book -a collection of prayers and inspirations for every Lutheran.

Page 14 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2 9am Traditional Worship Noisy Offerings Baptism

Gear Summer Mission Trip Meet TH 3 10:00 am Quilters 10:30 am Video Voice 4 7:00 pm

Church 5:30pm 3rd Gear Grace 5:45pm Lenten Meal host MiM 7pm Worship 6 7 8 9 9am Contemp.

/Fellowship 5:00pm Video Voice 10 10am Quilters 10:30 am Video Voice RSVP Senior Dinner

11 6:30 pm Exec Council 7:00 pm Council Meet 12 11:30 pm Senior Lutherans Dinner 3 rd

Friday 7pm Worship 15 16 EASTER 8am Traditional Worship w/communion 10am Worship

Circle Bible Study at Realife 1212 3 rd St NE 19 9:30 am Sermon on the Mount Bible Study

John 20 Joint Communion 11:15 am Lake Shore Inn 1:00 pm Colony Court 21 3rd Gear Rummage

Children s Ministries/ Fellowship 5:00 pm Video Voice 24 10:00 am Quilters 10:30 am Video

14 Page 14 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2 9am Traditional Worship Noisy Offerings Baptism Children sing 10:15 Fellowship MiM Pancake Breakfast 4th gr 5:00 pm Video Voice 6pm 3rd Gear Summer Mission Trip Meet TH 3 10:00 am Quilters 10:30 am Video Voice 4 7:00 pm Commissions 512 noon Ministeral Lunch Christ Comm. Church 5:30pm 3rd Gear Grace 5:45pm Lenten Meal host MiM 7pm Worship am Contemp. Worshipw/communion Palm Sunday Sunbeam Sunday Pre-K &K 10:15am Children s Ministries /Fellowship 5:00pm Video Voice 10 10am Quilters 10:30 am Video Voice RSVP Senior Dinner 1:30 pm Mary Bible Study T.H. 11 6:30 pm Exec Council 7:00 pm Council Meet 12 11:30 pm Senior Lutherans Dinner 3 rd Gear TBA 13 Maundy Thursday 2pm Worship w/communion 7pm Worship w/communion 14 Good Friday 7pm Worship EASTER 8am Traditional Worship w/communion 10am Worship w/communion 5:00 pm Video Voice 17 10:00 am Quilters 10:30 am Video Voice 18 7pm Ruth Circle Bible Study at Realife rd St NE 19 9:30 am Sermon on the Mount Bible Study TH 5pm Confirmation 7pm 3rd Gear at St. John 20 Joint Communion 11:15 am Lake Shore Inn 1:00 pm Colony Court 21 3rd Gear Rummage Sale 5-8pm 22 3rd Gear Rummage Sale 8am 12noon 23 9:00 am Contemporary Worship 10:15am Children s Ministries/ Fellowship 5:00 pm Video Voice 24 10:00 am Quilters 10:30 am Video Voice 25 7pm Men in Mission 26 9:30 am Sermon on the Mount Bible Study TH 5pm Confirmation 3rd Gear TBA am WELCA MN River Conference St. Paul s Lutheran German Lake 30 9:00am Worship Contemporary 10:15 am Children s Ministries and Fellowship 5:00 pm Video Voice

15 Wednesday Lenten Lunch April 5 at noon At Christ Community Church 2200 NE 4th St Enjoy a warm bowl of soup, fellowship with friends, and a devotional from an area pastor, -just for the cost of a donation. Sunday, April 2 at 9am Children will be singing. Also, all 4th graders will be honored at the Men in Mission pancake breakfast following worship. SUNBEAM SUNDAY is April 9 Pre-K and K students and parents will be called forward at worship to receive a Prayers for Bedtime book. PALM Sunday is April 9. Children s Ministry students will be given a song book, maracas, and palms. Hosanna! SCRIP NEWS YOU can help support our youth. A percentage of what you purchase in gift cards goes towards the youth programs at St. John. Page 15 I NEED HELP! I m always hoping to add some team members to help sell Scrip on Sunday mornings. Preferably parents of youth going on mission trips, but I would be grateful for any additional people on the scrip team. Parents, could you commit to helping once every 2-3 months? Call Amy LeCocq, Scrip Coordinator at If you need a SCRIP order form they can be found on our website and printed off at home. If you need a copy of the weekly church announcements you can find them on our website at

16 Nonprofit Organization US Postage Paid Permit No.35 Waseca, MN St John Evangelical Lutheran Church 401 3rd Avenue NE Waseca MN Website: Phone: RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Council Members and Staff Council President David Oraskovich, Council Vice-President -- Kevin Dickie, Council Secretary Cindy Coy, Congregational Life Ron Algers, # Education Committee Pam Grunzke, Senior Worship and Music Dianne Bathke, Dian Tesch Social Ministry and Outreach Council Members at Large Building and Grounds Sam Macklay, (cell) Financial Secretary Al Tonn, stjohn@hickorytech.net Facebook: St John Lutheran Church ELCA Pastor John Omans Church office cell home # faith.worker@hotmail.comc 3rd Gear Youth Director Marty Aberle, rdgearwaseca@gmail.com website Senior Choir Director Deb Wantoch-Yess Assistant Choir Director Jan Macklay, Organists Jan Macklay, Al Tonn, Sunday School Director Custodian Cindy Fordham, contact church office Parish Nurses Marcia Bartz, Carol Tilney, Office Manager Carrie Lonneman, WEBSITE ADDRESS:

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2015 ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH November Lifeline 2015 Blessing of the Quilts and Pillowcase Dresses October 4, 2015 St. John Lutheran Church Mission Statement St. John is a Christian family of disciples