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St. John's Lutheran Church and School
Equipping · Engaging · Encouraging
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Nineteeth Sunday after Pentecost
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Sunday, October 4th, 2026
8AM (In-person & Livestream)
& 10:45AM (In-person)
Presiding: Pastor Mark Stapleton
First Reading: Isaiah 5:1–7
Epistle: Philippians 3:4b–14
Gospel: Matthew 21:33–46
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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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We’ve all been there: the flashing red and blue lights appear in the rearview mirror, and our brains instantly start spinning an elaborate defense case to the police officer.
We laugh at that driver, but he represents all of us. When our shortcomings are exposed, our default human setting isn't confession—it's self-justification. We try to patch up a crumbling soul with the heavy masonry of human effort, building a spiritual "Leaning Tower of Pisa" that only sinks faster into the mud.
This Sunday, we’re diving into Matthew 21 to see how Jesus shatters our pride, invites us to finally drop our tools, and replaces our failed self-righteousness with His unshakeable mountain of grace.
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Join us as we welcome
John Phillip Doerries
son of Philip Doerries, into God's family through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism.
| | 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
Office closed 10/12 in observence of Columbus Day!
churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org, 708-354-1690 ext 210
| | St. John's is taking part in the annual 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. | | |
SAVE THE DATE!!
Help Support Our School.
Fundraiser will run from 10/19 to 10/30
Details will be coming next week!
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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!
| | 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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Kindergarten & preschool both enjoyed a lemon taste test led by Mrs. Willig. They tried various types of lemon-flavored foods, including custard, homemade lemonade, & lemon cookies.
This week preschool class will continue to learn about dinosaurs. The letter of the week is B. They had a chapel with Mrs. Smith and Pastor Mark led a special religion class.
| | | | Sign up for a great fellowship opportunity by serving coffee and providing tasty treats in between church services | | |
Upcoming TRIP Dates
- October 05
- October 19
- October 26
- November 16
- November 30
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THE FOOD PANTRY ITEM FOR
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, October 5th, 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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