EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Mission: "To Share God's Salvation with Everyone! Third Sunday of Easter Misericordias Domini April 30, 2017 WELCOME VISITORS! We are glad to have you with us today and pray our service is a blessing to you. It is our sincere hope that you will come to worship with us again. THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER (MISERICORDIAS DOMINI) Ezekiel 34:11 16 1 Peter 2:21 25 John 10:11 16 The name of this Sunday is The Mercies of the Lord The Good Shepherd Cares for His Sheep Our Lord Jesus is the Good Shepherd (John 10:11 16). He is not like the hireling, who cares nothing for the sheep and only for himself, who flees when he sees the wolf coming. Rather, Jesus is the Good Shepherd who seeks out His scattered sheep to deliver them (Ezek. 34:11 16). He gathers them and feeds them in rich pasture. He binds up the broken and strengthens the sick. He lays down His life for wandering and wayward sheep. On the cross, Christ bore in His body the attacks of the predators of sin and death and the devil for you that you might be saved. He now lives to restore your soul in the still waters of baptism, to lead you in the paths of righteousness by the voice of His Gospel, to prepare the table of His holy supper before you, that you may dwell in the house of the Lord forever (Psalm 23). For you were straying like sheep, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls (1 Peter 2:25). Page 1
THOSE NEEDING OUR DAILY PRAYERS THIS WEEK: Procedures: Lois Hacker; On-Going Care: Steven Fahnestock, Mary Flatt, Susan Gordon, Dave Gumz, Alex & Alma Schmalz; Homebound: Louise Reim, Dorothy Straits; Birthdays: Paul Patzer (4/27); Anniversaries: Ruoff & Beth Dhuse (62 yrs) and Jerry & Paula Zimmerman (36 yrs on 5/2); Thanksgiving: Karl Patzer for a special blessing in his life last week; Mission: LCMS missions in Ethiopia; our sister LCMS congregations: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Aurora, IL Pastor Tutwiler & his wife Lyn; Emmanuel; Radio Ministry. FLOWERS are given to the glory of God by Ruoff & Beth Dhuse in honor of 62 years of marriage. Classes Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. SUNDAY ADULT BIBLE CLASS- Undercroft-10:30 am Topic: The Book of Galatians SUNDAY SCHOOL Church Library-10:30 am TUESDAY BIBLE CLASS - Church Library-9:30 am Topic: The Book of Revelation MEN S BIBLE BREAKFAST - the first Saturday of each month at 8:00 am at Maxfield s Pancake House & Restaurant located the corner of Montgomery Rd. & Ogden Ave (Rt. 34) Topic: The Gospel of Mark Page 2
Mission Corner Krista Young serves the Lord through The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) as a career missionary in Ethiopia, based out of Addis Ababa. Krista is a volunteer coordinator, working with local leaders to identify and open opportunities for short-term volunteers and teams to support the work of the church. She coordinates these visits and makes the needed arrangements to help them be successful. Together, Krista and Joel host people coming into Ethiopia and help connect them to the resources they need. Through these interactions, they share the love of Jesus with these individuals new to this country. They also are active in local congregations. Pray for Krista and Joel as they serve in Ethiopia. Pray God gives the entire Young family strength and peace as they transition to life overseas, learning the culture and the language. Pray for their safety as they travel to build their support network. Emmanuel News & Events EMMANUEL OUTREACH VIA ELECTRONIC MEDIA: Now you can listen to the recording of the Sunday Morning Adult Bible Class online by visiting the Emmanuel webpage www.emmanuellutheranaurora.com. You can also download the study guide with Bible verses. One important feature is that you can ask questions and make comments about the study to engage in conversation with people who listen. Invite your friends to attend the online class and join in the conversation. Page 3
WHEN YOU TRAVEL ANYWHERE you may listen to the service online at http://www.wbig1280.com. Click on the Listen Live button in the upper right hand corner of the page. FELLOWSHIP AFTER CHURCH: Join us after the worship service for coffee and fellowship in the Undercroft. PLEASE SUBMIT ITEMS & PRAYER REQUESTS for the bulletin by 11:00 am on Thursday. FOR MEMBERS ONLY: New Church Directories are available on the table behind the last pew on the right side of the Sanctuary. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: First quarter financial statements are available in the Narthex. Please pick yours up following the service. NEW ISSUES of Strength for the Day are available in the Narthex and on the back door table. VOTER S MEETING: The upcoming regular voters' meeting at Emmanuel will be held following the worship service today. Several reports from boards and committees will be presented. Everyone is encouraged to attend. NO TUESDAY MORNING Bible Class this week. Pastor will be out of town at a conference. MEN S BIBLE BREAKFAST meets this Sat., May 6 th at 8:00 am at Maxfield s Restaurant on Rt. 34 for food, fellowship & study. Come! Join us as we study The Gospel of Mark. THANK YOU to those who donated toward the purchase of Lilies for our Easter services. You may pick one up after the 9:00 am service today. Page 4
Local News & Events MEN S AND WOMEN S underwear and clothing may be placed in the boxes provided at the doors of the church to benefit the detox program at Breaking Free, a local drug and alcohol abuse counseling center. TRIVIA FUN for EVERYONE is an enjoyable and inclusive way to support Voice of Care. It's today from 2 to 5 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church Green Trails, 2701 Maple Ave, in Lisle. Come as an individual, family or group to play trivia. The event includes a silent auction, carnival games, and pizza. REGISTER at voiceofcare.org or call 630.231.3862. All proceeds support Voice of Care's ministry equipping churches to serve people with disabilities and their caregivers. See flyer on Undercroft bulletin board for more details. Those serving in today s service: 4/30/2017 Preacher: Rev. Michael Graham Elder: Gary Moore Communion Assistants: Art Cooper, Jaime Graham Radio Announcer: Joyce Cooper Oil Candle Care: Paul & Michele Odean Altar Care: Jean Meyer Flower Care: Ushers: Timothy Seifrid, captain; Dennis Patzer, Janice Pittman, Andrea Seifrid Those serving in next Sunday s service: 5/7/2017 Preacher: Rev. Michael Graham Elder: Jim Davis Communion Assistants: Jaime Graham, Gary Moore Radio Announcer: Elijah Moser Oil Candle Care: Jack & Jill Hauser Altar Care: Shirley Strode Flower Care: Denise Pryor Ushers: David Moser, captain; Gary Moore, Elijah Moser, Jeremiah, Benjamin Seppelfrick Page 5
THIS WEEK AT EMMANUEL April 30, through May 7, 2017 TODAY 9:00 am Divine Service w/communion 10:30 am NO Bible Class 10:30 am Sunday School 10:30 am Voter s Meeting Tuesday Pastor at Conference 9:00 am NO Morning Prayer Office 9:30 am NO Bible Class 12:00 pm Helping Hands Wednesday 6:00 pm Church Council Meeting Pastor at Conference 12:00 pm Altar & Flower Guild Meeting Saturday 8:00 am Men s Bible Breakfast @ Maxfield s 9:30 am Board of Elders Meeting 10:00 am Private Confession/Absolution Sunday 9:00 am Divine Service w/communion 10:30 am Bible Class 10:30 am Sunday School Next Sunday: Fourth Sunday of Easter (Jubilate) Readings: Isaiah 40:25-31, 1 Peter 2:11-20, John 16:16-22 + + + + EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH LUTHERAN CHURCH - MISSOURI SYNOD (LCMS) Parish Office Hours: 9 am 2 pm / Tuesday-Friday 550 Fourth Avenue, (Jackson St.), Aurora IL 60505-4860 Office Phone: 630-851-2200 / Fax: 630-851-7269 Website: www.emmanuellutheranaurora.com Emergencies after hours call Rev. Michael Graham at 630-806-8241 Live Broadcast of Sunday Service @ 9am on WBIG, 1280AM Listen online at http://www.wbig1280.com ISSUES, ETC. can be heard Mon.-Fri. from 3-5 at www.issuesetc.org. + + + + Page 6
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