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St. John's Lutheran Church and School
Equipping · Engaging · Encouraging
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Eighteeth Sunday after Pentecost
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Sunday, September 27th, 2026
8AM (In-person & Livestream)
& 10:45AM (In-person)
Presiding: Pastor Mark Stapleton
First Reading: Ezekiel 18:1–4, 25–32
Epistle: Philippians 2:1–4, 14–18
Gospel: Matthew 21:23–32
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Join us live online @ 8:00am or view the service later at your convenience.
Bulletins are also available for viewing or printing by following the link below.
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"Afterward" (Matthew 21:28-32)
We are all professional procrastinators when it comes to God. We treat His commands like a software update on our phones, clicking "remind me tomorrow" while we stay comfortable on the couch. This week, Pastor explores Jesus’ Parable of the Two Sons and forces us to drop our polite "church masks." Join us as we look at the word "Afterward"—the exact moment where the Holy Spirit crashes into our stalling tactics, drags us out of our ruts, and frees us for radical obedience in the vineyard. Your "afterward" is now!
| | Join us between services, in the Heritage Room at 9:25 for Sunday morning Bible class. | | PLEASE NOTE: Our Nursery Room is open available to serve families with young children each Sunday from 7:45 AM – noon. | |
Sunday School will meet in the kindergarten room with Mrs. Demski! All children ages 5-10 are welcome and encouraged to come and learn more about Jesus and His love! | |
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Truth
Travelers
Truth Travelers is for ages 10-14 and meets on Sundays at 9:30 am in the youth room located downstairs in the basement.
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Church Office Hours
Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM
churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org, 708-354-1690 ext 210
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PLEASE WELCOME OUR GUEST
On Sunday, September 27, we will welcome Mr. Wayne Oliver, Senior Gift Officer for Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, who will speak at both worship services and at Bible Class. He will report on the state of the seminary and on St. John’s continued commitment to the James Paul Haberkost Student Aid Endowment (a tribute to Pastor Haberkost’s 22 years of ministry and service at St. John’s).
The endowment is one of five ministries that our congregation supports with its mission contributions. This fund provides much-needed tuition support for the seminarians at Concordia.
Dr. Thomas Egger, president, recently wrote: “We are truly blessed, especially for 100 years of God’s Word shaping God’s servants on our beautiful Clayton, MO campus.”
St. John’s congregation is continuing to aid future pastors to serve the Lord’s church in America and abroad. Your contributions to missions make this monetary support possible.
Thanks be to God!
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The Women's Monday Night Zoom Bible Study resumes on Monday, October 5 at 7:00 pm. We are studying Women of the Bible by Ann Spangler & Jean E. Syswerda. This study focuses on fifty-two remarkable women in Scripture--women whose struggles to live with faith and courage are not unlike your own. Vital and deeply human, the women in this book encourage you through their failures as well as their successes. You'll see how God acted in surprising and wonderful ways to draw them--and you--to Himself. This devotional offers a fresh perspective that will nourish and strengthen your personal relationship with Jesus. If you would like to be a part of this study group, contact Rebecca - Schiltz4@sbcglobal.net or Sherrie - s.smith.lwml@gmail.com. Everyone is welcome!
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This weekend our church will kick off the Diaper Derby for families served by Caring Network. As a church, we will be collecting diapers, especially sizes 4, 5, & 6. Please bring in supplies by October 25th and leave them in Narthex near the Food Pantry collection baskets. Supplies benefit Caring Network’s baby bank programs, providing material goods, parenting classes, and spiritual support to new parents in need. | | If you are a Thrivent client, you can direct your Choice Dollars by Dec. 31 to St. John’s Church or School. Your support helps strengthen our mission. To learn more or direct your 'Choice Dollars' go to thrivent.com/thriventchoice or call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice.” Thank you! | | |
Do you enjoy fresh flowers?
Each week the altar is beautified with fresh flowers given by individuals of St. John’s congregation. Flowers may be given in memory or in honor of someone or some occasion, in thanksgiving of something, or to the glory of God. The flowers may be taken home after the Sunday services for you to enjoy at home or perhaps share with a loved one or someone you wish to share an invitation to worship at St. John’s. The Flower Chart for 2026 is posted in the narthex on the left brick pillar as you walk into the sanctuary. Flowers are $65 for two arrangements. If you wish to sign up for a particular Sunday and someone else has already signed up, we invite you to sign up in addition to another person giving flowers—you can split the $65 cost with the person signed up or purchase an additional two arrangements for $65. Multiple floral arrangements to beautify the altar are always welcome! A member of the Altar Guild will contact you in advance for your dedication.
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Be sure to read our WINGS School Newsletter! Beginning in September, the WINGS Newsletter will be sent out on Wednesday afternoons on the first Wednesday of each month. It will be a great way to stay connected and see all the wonderful things happening at St. John's School!
Next Issue: 10/7/26
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Both kindergarten and preschool enjoyed a walking trip to the park this Friday for a fun snack picnic! What a wonderful way to enjoy the beautiful weather and wrap up the week together.
On Monday, preschool kicked off two weeks of dinosaur fun. This week, the children are learning about the letter M and exploring the color of the week, purple. They've been busy painting their very own purple dinosaurs and will even get the chance to do some dinosaur excavating! It's going to be a dino-mite two weeks of learning, exploring, and having fun!
| | | | Sign up for a great fellowship opportunity by serving coffee and providing tasty treats in between church services | | |
Upcoming TRIP Dates
- September 28
- October 05
- October 19
- October 26
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THE FOOD PANTRY ITEM FOR
SEPTEMBER IS SHAMPOO
OCTOBER IS DEODORANT
Please place donations in the baskets in the narthex.
THANK YOU!
| | Looking for an easy way to contribute to the Mission of St. John's Lutheran Church and School? Use this QR Code to be able to give a one-time or recurring donation to the fund of your choice, by credit/debit card, or checking account. | | | To give online via Zelle use the email directpay@stjohnslagrange.org & under message to recipient, please put Sunday Offering. You can also scan the QR code to enroll in Zelle Pay. | | | |
SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY:
- Sundays, 9:25AM, Heritage Rm
TRIP ORDERS DUE:
- Monday, September 21, 7:45AM, Parking lot
LADIES OFFSITE BIBLE STUDY:
- Mondays, 7PM, Zoom-Will return 10/5
WOMEN'S SMALL GROUP:
- Tuesdays, 9AM, Heritage Rm
WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
- Wednesdays, 9AM, Heritage Room
CONFIRMATION CLASS
- Wednesdays, 5:15 & 6:15 PM, Heritage Room
CANTATA CHOIR REHEARSAL
- Wednesdays, 7PM, Music Room
THURSDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUP
- Thursdays, 7PM, Offsite-Will return 10/1
PICKLEBALL:
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St. John's Mission email is distributed on Fridays each week. Deadlines for article submissions are 12PM on Thursday, the business day before publication.
To view the current Mission e-mails and obtain additional information about our wonderful in-reach and outreach events, click the button below. If you would like to submit content for our communication emails please email:
churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org.
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Church Office Hours
Monday-Friday: 8AM – 4PM
Saturday & Sunday: Office is closed
(Holiday hours will vary)
If help is needed outside of these hours, you may leave a message by email or phone voicemail using the following information:
Phone: 708-354-1690, ext. 210,
or Email - churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org
St. John's Lutheran Church and School, 505 S. Park Rd. La Grange, IL 60525
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