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St. John's Lutheran Church and School
Equipping · Engaging · Encouraging
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Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
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Sunday, August 16th, 2026
8AM (In-person & Livestream)
& 10:45AM (In-person)
With Communion
Presiding: Pastor Mark Stapleton
First Reading: Isaiah 56:1, 6–8
Epistle: Romans 11:1–2a, 13–15, 28–32
Gospel: Matthew 15:21–28
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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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If God had a Yelp page, some of us would have left a one-star review by now. We place our orders for blessings, expect them in ninety seconds flat, and get frustrated when the sky stays quiet. This week, Pastor explores the bizarre, shocking, and surprisingly funny showdown between Jesus and a Canaanite woman who absolutely refused to take "no" for an answer. Come find out why Martin Luther loved this text, why poodles and Rottweilers matter, and why a single crumb of God's grace is more than enough to change your life.
| | 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
Church office hours will vary for the next few weeks. Please call or email to make sure there is someone in the office before you come.
Emails & phone call will be monitored.
Thank you for your understanding.
churchoffice@stjohnslagrange.org, 708-354-1690 ext 210
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Are you the parent of a student entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade who is interested in joining our confirmation class? If so, please contact Mark Stapleton for more information.
Classes start in the fall.
mstapleton1@comcast.net
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Join us Sunday, August 16th, for our teacher installation & backpack blessing!
Bring your backpack, or teacher tote bags, & join us as we pray over our teachers and students for the 2026-2027 school year.
The installation and blessing will take place at the end of the early service and beginning of the late service.
We hope to see you all there!
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JOIN US!
“St. John’s Lutheran Church and School Prayer Vigil”
Please join us next Wednesday, August 19th, for our Prayer Vigil in the church sanctuary from 8:00 am –
6:00 pm. Come for as long as you wish to lift your prayer petitions to our Lord in this special place. Prayer is powerful, and we know prayer is needed for our world, church, school, families, and more. Prayer Request cards will be available at the Connection Center and also be in this Sunday's bulletin for you to complete so others may pray for your petitions as well.
Please mark your calendar and join us for this special day! God calls upon all of us to lift our voices to Him!!
Everyone is invited. We hope to see many of you on Wed., August 19th!
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GRIEFSHARE, a 13-week Biblically based class with weekly videos, will again be offered at St. John's.
Marnie Smith facilitates this group, which will meet in the Heritage Room Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-2:30 beginning September 15. To register, please visit griefshare.org or click the link below.
All are welcome.
Please spread the word to anyone you know who has experienced a loss and could benefit from this welcoming group.
| | We would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who supported our early education program with their thoughtful gifts this past school year. | |
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Thank you to all who signed up & dropped in to donate blood on Wednesday! The American Red Cross has declared the second national blood crisis in its history. The blood supply fell nearly 25% in June, and blood donations are now at a four-year summer low. Even with the inclement weather you all donated 39 units of much needed blood and they were thankful and greatful!
| | 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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As school doors open again, we step into a brand-new season of learning, growth, & routine. Whether you are packing backpacks, setting up a classroom, or adjusting to early morning alarms, remember that God goes ahead of you. Education is not just about filling minds with facts; it is about discovering the unique gifts God has given each student to love and serve the world.
Ways to support our school.
- Pray Daily: Lift up a student or teacher by name each morning for peace, focus, and safety.
- Bless Educators: Send a quick note of encouragement or a small treat to a teacher.
- Show Up: Attend school events, volunteer when possible, and join us in church for worship.
Let's step into this new school year with eager hearts, confident that God's grace and guidance will be with us every single day.
| | | | Sign up for a great fellowship opportunity by serving coffee and providing tasty treats in between church services | | |
Upcoming TRIP Dates
- August 31
- September 14
- September 21
- September 28
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THE FOOD PANTRY ITEM FOR
AUGUST IS FACIAL TISSUE
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:
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Monday, August 31st, 7:45AM, Parking lot
LADIES OFFSITE BIBLE STUDY:
WOMEN'S SMALL GROUP:
- Tuesdays, 9AM, Heritage Rm
WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
- Classes will resume in the Fall
CONFIRMATION CLASS
- Classes will resume in the Fall
THURSDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUP
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, Wednesday, Friday: 8AM – 4PM
Tuesday & Thursday: 8AM- 3PM
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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