eNews January 6/7, 2024

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THE MINISTRY OF ST. JOHN LUTHERAN

Seward, Nebraska

Worship

Church-Wide News

Epiphany of Our Lord

Observed Jan. 6/7 – Communion at all Services

What a joy it is to celebrate the Epiphany of our Lord Jesus Christ (January 6)! This festival day will be celebrated in all three services at St. John this weekend (January 6/7). The removal of the greens from the sanctuary will take place immediately following the 11am service. If you and your family would like to help remove the greens, please dress accordingly and plan to be at church at 12pm.  Please join us in these Epiphany celebrations as we give thanks to God for the Light of Christ shining into all the world.



Thank You

Thank you to all who have ordered poinsettias and wreaths, supplied greenery, arranged flowers and supplied trees to adorn the sanctuary and outdoors for Christmas. Our thanks also to all who helped decorate. You may take your poinsettia home after the 11am service on Sun., Jan.7 . Click here to see list of donations.



Upcoming Voting Assembly

Please plan to attend this semi-annual Voting Assembly.

There will be no adult Bible studies on Jan. 21

Announcements 

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Request for Nominations

St. John members are encouraged to submit names for a called Youth Director. A complete position description and nomination forms are available in the church office. Stop by, call, or email.

Charting Our Course - St. John Ministry Plan

You can pick up a hard copy of the St. John Ministry Plan from the church office during the week and on the weekend at the welcome center in the narthex and in the west entrance. Click here for a digital copy. You can also click here to watch the presentation from Nov. 12.

Classes Are Resuming in January for Women

Are you connected to a Bible study group? As we begin 2024, a few women's groups will be starting a new study and others are ongoing. Sign-up sheets will be in the narthex January 6/7 and 13/14. With the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, new information about upcoming classes may be found here. Some groups need to order study materials, others do not. If you have any questions, please contact the group leader or Deaconess Jeri (Office: 402-643-2983 or jeri.morrison@stjohnseward.org). Here are the classes we know of so far . . .

• Topic: Take Courage: A study of Haggai by Jennifer Rothschild (7 week study); Although Haggai is only two chapters, there is a lot packed into that short book of the Bible that so readily applies to us today; January 22-March 4, 1-2:30pm; Leader: Phyllis Mol; Heritage Room; Contact: Phyllis Mol, 810-569-6414
• Topic: Exodus: God's Rescue Plan for Israel and Us; Mondays, 7-8pm; Start date: January 15; Leader: Betsy Werner; Betsy’s home, 903 N 2ND ST; Contact: Betsy Werner, 402-641-9015 (call or text)
• Topic: Lectionary Study - a study of the Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday; Wednesdays 10am (ongoing study, join any time); Leader: Deaconess Juanita Ebert; CDC Lower Level; Contact: Deaconess Juanita, 402/643-4418

More Classes for Parents Coming!

The Christian Nurture Board is seeking to offer more classes for parents. To help design these classes, please click here to take a survey (or scan the QR code). Thank you! 

Coffee and Conversation for Caregivers with Deaconess Jeri

Thurs., January 11, 10am, fellowship hall 

This is a safe and confidential place to discuss the challenges of caring for a loved one with physical or cognitive limitations. Typically, the gatherings are the 2nd Thursday of each month. Coffee is provided. If you have any questions, you are welcome to call (402-643-2983) of email Deaconess Jeri – jeri.morrison@stjohnseward.org.

Blood Pressure Screening (Sponsored by St. John Parish Health Ministry)

You can get your blood pressure checked at church the weekend of January 6/7, after Saturday evening service and between Sunday morning services. You have two options for checking your blood pressure: 1) A nurse is available to check your blood pressure; 2) A station is set-up where you can check your own blood pressure. Come to the Cry Room area to check your blood pressure. It’s good to know your numbers! 

Something New for Children in Worship

Maybe you have noticed something new in worship. A new rolling bookshelf with children’s Bibles has been added to complement the children’s worship bags. These Bibles are provided by a generous donation to enhance worship for children and families. There are two levels of children’s Bibles: the Beginner’s Bible for Little Ones for ages 2-4; and the Beginner’s Bible for children up to 6 years old. Feel free to grab one as you enter for worship and return it to the shelf upon exiting, and they will be ready and waiting for you the next time.

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All Welcome to Stephen Ministry Continuing Ed. Session; Contribution Statements Avialable in Narthex; Trivia Night; Christmas Wish Book; Prayers & Meal Train for the Snows; Christmas Thank You; Take Flight Christian Educators Conference; When Bad Weather Hits; Service Opportunities; Childcare Workers Needed; Give Kids Hope. Take the Credit; CUNE MLK Speaker; Life Week/Walk for Life; Church Office Hours

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Newsletters of Interest

St. John Lutheran Church

St. John Lutheran School "Parent Bulletin"

St. John Child Development Center

Nebraska District Lutheran Reporter

LFL Life News

Church Website

Church Calendar (public events only)

St. John Lutheran School

St. John Child Development Center

St. John Faith Formation Website

CUNE Events Link on Website

St. John's Christ's Cupboard

Food Bank of Lincoln Food Distribution Schedule

Orphan Grain Train Lincoln Collection Center

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