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St. John's Lutheran Church and School
Equipping · Engaging · Encouraging
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Third Sunday after Epiphany | | |
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Sunday, January 26th, 2025
8AM (In-person & Livestreamed) & 10:45AM (In-person)
Preaching: Pastor Sol Grosskopf
Liturgist: Pastor Mark Stapleton
Old Testament Reading: Nehemiah 8:1–3, 5–6, 8–10
Epistle: 1 Corinthians 12:12–31a
Gospel: Luke 4:16–30
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Sunday Morning Bible Study will meet between services in the Heritage Room, starting at 9:25. | |
PLEASE NOTE: Our Nursery Room is available to serve families with young children each Sunday from 7:45 AM – noon. | |
Sunday School is for children in kindergarten to age 9 and meets from 9:30 to 10:30AM in the second floor Music Room. | |
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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 downstairs.
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Jesus was invited to a wedding celebration in Cana.
Everyone was having a wonderful time, until the party was suddenly interrupted - there was no more wine to drink! The celebration was to continue for several more days – how could Jesus save the party from being ruined?
Come to Sunday School and hear the whole story.
Class meets in the Second Floor Music Room at 9:25am.
A game in the gym will follow our lesson.
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Church office hours are Monday-Friday from 10am-2pm
(Holiday hours may vary)
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Lutheran Church Charities has deployed to California. Rev. Singer from LCC said, "We are coordinating with nearby churches that remain unaffected by the fires to provide shelter for the displaced and deliver essential disaster recovery resources to the community. We will administer Spiritual First Aide to those in shelters and bring that golden comfort of our K-9 teams.
If you would like to contribute to LCC you can do so in 3 ways. We will have a door collection after both services on January 19 and 26; or you can designate on your church envelope or the blue pew envelope the amount you would like to contribute to LCC Wildfires: or you can donate directly to LCC online with the following link https://www.lutheranchurchcharities.org/disasterresponse-deployment-californiawildfires.html The link also contains more information about the deployment.
LCC is a 501(c)(3) charity. Please keep LCC staff and volunteers, first responders and survivors in your prayers during this challenging times.
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The Jubilation Ringers Need You!
We are excited to bring an adult/teen handbell choir back to St. John’s to enhance our liturgical celebrations throughout the year. The ability to read music/rhythms is very helpful, however, previous handbell experience is not required. Rehearsals will take place on Sundays from 9:15am – 10:15am in Church. This ensemble is open to all parishioners or members of the community. If you are interested in becoming a member or need more information, please email Dr. Marc Brunelle, Director of Music, at m.brunelle@stjohnslagrange.org
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FUNdraiser Information
We are very excited to share information with you regarding St. John’s Annual FUNdraiser being held at 6:00pm on Saturday, February 1 in the St. John’s Lutheran School gymnasium!
To make this FUNdraiser a success, the planning committee needs your help! Here are some ways to get involved:
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Be a SPONSOR: Make a monetary donation of any amount! Donations of $200 or more will be considered event sponsors.
- WINE PULL: Donate bottles of wine to the very popular Wine Pull. This year’s goal is 100 bottles of wine.
- SILENT AUCTION BASKETS and LIVE AUCTION ITEMS: Donate items for fabulous silent auction baskets. Gift cards or certificates are also accepted.
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VOLUNTEER: There are many volunteer opportunities available. Please visit the sign-up genius or contact auction@stjohnslagrange.org with any questions. School family volunteers will receive service hours.
Sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0545A8AD2DA0FA7-54245951-fundraiserauction
Tickets are $45 per person, or you may purchase a reserved table of 8 for $450 where you will have your own VIP table with reserved seating and a bottle of both red and white wine.
Tickets include appetizers, drink ticket, dessert, and non-bar beverages. Space is limited and we will sell out, so be sure to purchase your tickets soon.
On behalf of the planning committee, we thank you in advance.
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What is the St. John’s School Annual Fund?
Students at St. John’s are very blessed to have the support of this congregation.
The costs above and beyond tuition are borne by the members of this Church.
In an effort to support more families who wish to give their children a Christian education, the School has instituted the School Annual Fund.
Money given for this purpose is really an investment in young Christian lives, so we thank you for any contribution, regardless of the size.
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You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.
~John 15:16
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One definition of Christian Stewardship is “the free and joyous activity of God’s family — the church — in managing life’s resources for His purposes.” The Board of Stewardship looks forward to providing St. John’s Congregation with education and ideas on managing best what God has entrusted to us to thank Him for His lavish gifts. As you listen to Sunday’s sermon and comments on Stewardship, we hope you move forward on your journey of personal Stewardship, whether that means taking the first steps or continuing a lifelong journey. | | |
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Partners in Prayer will meet on the following Saturdays at 8 a.m. in the St. John's Church parking lot: Feb. 1st & March 22nd
Please come to pray for St. John's Church and School on any of the prayer dates above as we "devote ourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful" (Colossians 4:2)
Please contact Vicki Wykert (708-408-2759) or email at v.wykert@stjohnslagrange.org with questions.
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Lectors Needed!
Please consider participating in our liturgies by proclaiming God's Word!
I'm working on building a schedule for those who are interested in serving as Lector for our Sunday services. Please indicate which dates, and service times (8, or 10:45) you're available for. I am happy to work with new volunteers and answer any questions you might have! Contact Dr. Marc Brunelle: m.brunelle@stjohnslagrange.org
You may also leave a message with the church office: 708-354-1690 ext. 210 or email churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org
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Sign up for a great fellowship opportunity by serving coffee and providing tasty treats in between church services | |  |
If you have thoughts or suggestions regarding our worship services that you would like to share with us, the Board of Worship would like to hear from you. All comments & personal information will be kept confidential. Please use the link above to write your communication. | |
The 2025 Flower Chart is now available in the Narthex! | |
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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 2024 is posted in the narthex on the left brick pillar as you walk into the sanctuary. Flowers are $55 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 $55 cost with the person signed up or purchase an additional two arrangements for $55. 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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Jan/Feb TRIP Dates
- January 27th
- February 10th
- February 24th
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THE FOOD PANTRY ITEM FOR JANUARY IS DISH SOAP
FEBRUARY IS PAPER TOWELS
Please place donations in the baskets in the narthex.
THANK YOU!
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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. | |
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SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY:
- Sundays, 9:25AM, Heritage Rm
BIBLE STUDY/SMALL GROUP:
TRIP ORDERS DUE:
- Monday, Jan. 13th, 7:45AM, Parking Lot
BIBLE STUDY/SMALL GROUP:
WOMENS' SMALL GROUP:
- Tuesdays, 9AM, Heritage Room
GRIEF SHARE:
- Tuesdays, 1PM, Heritage Room
WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
- Wednesdays, 9AM, Heritage Room
CONFIRMATION CLASS
- Wednesday, 6:30PM, Heritage Room
CHOIR REHEARSAL:
- Wednesdays, 7PM, Music Room
THURSDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUP:
PICKLEBALL:
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Church Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 10 AM – 2 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Office is closed
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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