St. John's Lutheran Church and School

Equipping · Engaging · Encouraging 

St. John's Mission

Mar. 9-Mar. 15, 2025

www.sjlagrange.com/church/

The First Sunday of Lent

Sunday, March 9th, 2025

8AM (In-person & Livestreamed) & 10:45AM (In-person)


Preaching: Pastor Mark Stapleton

Liturgist: Mr Tom Wykert

Old Testament Reading: Genesis 3:1–13

Epistle: 1 Corinthians 12:12–31a

Gospel: Luke 4:1–13

SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES

ADULT BIBLE STUDY

Sunday Morning Bible Study will not meet on 3/9. Please join us in the Sanctuary, at 9:20, for the Congregational Assembly

YOUTH AND SUNDAY SCHOOL

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.

Truth Travelers

Truth Travelers is for ages 10-14 and meets on Sundays at 9:30 am

in the youth room downstairs.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Come to Sunday School for a great Bible story. We'll make a cool craft, too.

Our class meets at 9:25 a.m. in the Library on the second floor.  See you there! 

CHURCH NEWS

Church office hours are Monday-Friday from 10am-2pm

(Holiday hours may vary)

Special Congregational Assembly

Sunday, March 9th at 9:20am

Purpose: To vote on extending a Divine Call to the candidate for Sr. Pastor recommended by the Call Committee


Lenten Devotionals are now available. You may pick up a copy in the Narthex at the Information Center or in the church office.

Garden Angel Seed Giveaway

Seed Exchange on Sunday March 16th in the Narthex starts at 9AM: 

Seeds from the floral gardens at St. John's and from the gardens of our fellow members will be available for free!

Marigold, Zinnia, Black-Eyed Susans, Coneflowers, Orange Butterfly Weed, Dill, Red Rhubarb, & much more! Garden Angels look forward to sharing them with you! So please stop by at our tables in the Narthex, select your seed packets, and bring your plant questions!

You may submit a paper order form, or you may place your order via the online order form. Paper forms are available in the school office and in the church narthex. The online order form is accessible via the button below:

Plant Sale Order Form
Online Order Form


SAVE THE DATE!!!


St. John's will be hosting a Blood Drive on Thursday, March 27th.

ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH

03/27/2025

01:45 PM - 06:00 PM

505 S PARK ROAD

LA GRANGE, IL 60525

Sign Up Here
For More Information Click Here

SCHOOL NEWS

8th Grade Eagles in Action Project


The 8th graders will be collecting the March chapel offering for Feed My Starving Children. They will have a field trip to pack meals which will be sent to children in need. Learn more by visiting this link: https://www.fmsc.org/

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.

CHURCH OPPORTUNITIES

Stewardship Thought :  

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. 

Partners in Prayer will meet on the following Saturdays at 8 a.m. in the St. John's Church parking lot: 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. 

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

Sign up for a great fellowship opportunity by serving coffee and providing tasty treats in between church services

SIGNUP TO HOST MISSION CAFE
Worship Suggestion Box Link

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.

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.

Please let us know if you can help!

Volunteers are needed at both services on Sunday morning!

Please contact the following people if you are interested in helping:

Acolytes - Pastor Mark Stapleton, mstapleton1@comcast.net

Audio-Visual - Church Office, churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org

Lectors/Readers - Dr. Marc Brunelle, m.brunelle@stjohnslagrange.org

Ushers - Art Schroeder, schroederart21@gmail.com

Greeters - Gary Mayor, gwmayor@gmail.com

Small Group & Bible Studies Information


Submit a Prayer Request
 Read the Wings, our school  newsletter

Mar/Apr TRIP Dates

  • March 17th
  • March 31st
  • April 14th
  • April 28th
TRIP Information

THE FOOD PANTRY ITEM FOR

MARCH IS TOILET PAPER

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.

Click here for more information on Online Giving

SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY:

  • Sundays, 9:25AM, Heritage Rm

BIBLE STUDY/SMALL GROUP:

  • Sundays, 6PM, Offsite

TRIP ORDERS DUE:

  • Monday, Mar 17th, 7:45AM, Parking Lot

BIBLE STUDY/SMALL GROUP:

  • Mondays, 7:00PM, Zoom

WOMENS' SMALL GROUP:

  • Tuesdays, 9AM, Heritage Room

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

  • Will return 3/26

CONFIRMATION CLASS

  • Wednesday, 6:00PM, Heritage Room

CHOIR REHEARSAL:

  • Wednesdays, 7:30PM, Music Room

THURSDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUP:

  • Next Date TBD

PICKLEBALL:

  • Thursdays, 6:30PM, Gym
St. John's Full Calendar
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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


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