I HAVE ACCEPTED THE CALL: to Our Savior Lutheran Church in Muscatine, IA. My last Sunday at St. Paul will be Sunday October 25th. Where does a call like this come from? They often come without warning. This call, too, came without warning and without my desire to serve anywhere but here. However, after two full weeks of prayer since receiving this call, I am convinced that God s people at St. Paul, Our Savior, and also my immediate and extended family will be best served by accepting this call to Our Savior Lutheran Church in Muscatine, Iowa. In Christ, Pastor Pautz


Sunday, October 18, 2009
Ninteenth Sunday after Trinity

Announcements for the Week

HOLY COMMUNION: Because partaking of Holy Communion in a church body is a profession that you agree with the doctrines of that particular church body, visitors and guests who are not currently members of another congregation of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod are kindly asked to please make an appointment to visit with the pastor before taking communion here. For more information you may consult the Christian Questions with Their Answers on pages 329-330 of LSB Hymnal, as well as the following passages from Holy Scripture - Matthew 5:23f.; 10:32f.; 18:15-35; 26:26-29; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.

POTLUCK: We will be honoring the Pautz family with a farewell card shower & potluck lunch on Sunday Oct. 25th at 11:45 a.m. in the fellowship hall. All are welcome. Dessert, dishes & drinks will be provided.

Coffee hour will be held after church service with only coffee and juice provided. There will also be a Voters Assembly held in the sanctuary following church service.

NOVEMBER 5TH BAZAAR: Plan to attend our annual Bazaar on November 5th from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. We will again have a Country Store, Stitchery/Craft Booth, and the Lunch Counter. If you would be willing to work or donate food please contact one of the committee members, Joan, Angie, Garnet, or Sharon. We have posted the food list on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall and on the refrigerator in the kitchen if you want to check what you have volunteered to bring. See you November 5th for a day of good food & fellowship.

HUTCHINSON COUNTY CHAPTER OF THRIVENT will hold its annual meeting on Sunday, November 8, at 6:00 p.m. in Tripp. The event will be held at the American Legion. Join us for supper, entertainment and door prizes. Please notify Kevin or Brian by October 29th if you will be attending. Due to the caterer, we HAVE TO KNOW by the 29th!!! Hope to see you there for food, fun, and fellowship.


Sunday, October 4, 2009
Seventeenth Sunday after Trinity




Next Weeks SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON: God Provides for Elijah

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CALENDAR and ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sunday
8:00 a.m. St. Peter Divine Service
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Divine Service w/o Supper
10:45 a.m. St. Paul Childrens Sunday School, No Adult Sunday School, Coffee Hour (Ladies Aid), Congregation Survey Reviewed
7:00 p.m. St. Peter Adult Sunday School

Tuesday
Noon Bulletin Announcements Due

Wednesday
NO MENS BREAKFAST
NO CATECHESIS
7:00 p.m. Elders Meeting
8:00 p.m. Choir practice

Thursday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins
10:00 noon St. Paul Office Hours
5:00 p.m. Church Office Meeting (Pastor/Secretary)
7:30 p.m. LWML

Saturday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins
10:00 a.m. St. Paul Office Hours
11:00 a.m. St. Paul Catechism Help
Knodel catechesis postponed until after harvesting

Next Sunday
8:00 a.m. St. Peter Divine Service w/o Supper
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Divine Service LWML Sunday
10:45 a.m. Coffee Hour (LWML), Children & Adult Sunday School
7:00 p.m. Divine Service (St. John s Lutheran in Emery)

CONGREGATION SURVEY The Elders, with Pastor Pautzs support, will lead an informal discussion about the congregational survey after the service today in the Fellowship Hall during Coffee Hour. The purpose is to propose suggested actions as well as gather any additional feedback. Your feedback on proposals will be discussed at the Elders meeting this Wednesday, the Council Meeting the following week, and then presented to the congregation at the Quarterly Voters Assembly at the end of the month.

OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH in Muscatine, Iowa has extended a formal call to Rev. Jeffrey Pautz to fill the office of pastor among them. Please pray for Pastor as he deliberates this call and gives his response sometime in the next two weeks.

FALL PASTORS CONFERENCE Pastor Pautz is attending the South Dakota Districts Fall Pastors Confernce in Rapid City this week. He will leave early tomorrow morning and return at about 6:00 p.m. Wednesday. For pastoral emergencies during this time, please call Pastor Pautz.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH meet the second Wednesday of the month (October 14th).

LWML meets Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. Pastor leads topic. Wyona serves lunch.

UPCOMING MEETINGS: October 5-7th Fall Pastors Conference in Rapid City, October 7th- 7:00 p.m. Elders Meeting, October 14th 7:00 p.m. Council Meeting, October 25th Quarterly Voters Meeting.

SNOW REMOVAL BIDS: are being requested by the Board of Trustees for the parking lot and sidewalks. Please give your bid to one of the trustees as soon as possible.

THE BAZAAR COMMITTE would like to thank everyone that has volunteered to bring food & work for the November 5th event. If you are willing to bring food or work and have not been contacted please see Sharon, Garnet, Angie, or Joan. We will try to have the food list posted by next Sunday so you can check what you have volunteered to bring. Please remember to attend the Bazaar on Nov. 5th from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thank you.

THINKING ABOUT TRAINING TO BE A PASTOR OR DEACONESS? If you have found yourself asking this question, now is the time to do something about it! Rev. Steve Wagner of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Indiana, is going to be at Zion Lutheran Church in Mitchell South Dakota on Monday, October 12 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Come and explore the possibilites! Men of all ages are invited, along with their families. Conferences are individual and informal. Reservations are not required; however, if you are able please phone Zion Lutheran Church at 1-605-996-7530 or email Rev. Wagner at wagnerse@ctsfw.edu to alert him that you are coming.


Sunday, September 27, 2009
Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity




Next Weeks SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON: Solomon Builds the Temple 1 Kings 5-6

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CALENDAR and ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sunday
8:00 a.m. St. Peter Matins Service
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Divine Service
10:45 a.m. St. Paul Children & Adult Sunday School, Coffee Hour (Group Youth)
7:00 p.m. St. Peter Adult Sunday School

Tuesday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins
10:00 a.m. St. Paul Office Hours
noon Bulletin Announcements Due
4:30 St. Peter 8th Grade Catechesis

Wednesday
6:00 a.m. Mens Bible Study (Papa's)
3:30 p.m. 5th & 6th Grade Catechesis
4:30 p.m. 7th & 8th Grade Catechesis
8:00 p.m. Choir practice

Thursday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins
10:00 p.m. St. Paul Office Hours
5:00 p.m. Church Office Meeting (Pastor/Secretary)
7:30 p.m. Ladies Aid

Saturday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins
10:00 a.m. St. Paul Office Hours
11:00 a.m. St. Paul Catechism Help
Knodel catechesis postponed until after harvesting

Next Sunday
8:00 a.m. St. Peter Divine Service
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Divine Service w/o Supper
10:45 a.m. St. Paul Childrens Sunday School, No Adult Sunday School, Coffee Hour (Ladies Aid), Congregation Survey Reviewed
7:00 p.m. St. Peter Adult Sunday School

GOOD SAMARITANS OF ST. PAUL: We are putting together a list of drivers to help congregation members, and maybe others, get to doctor visits in Freeman and even Sioux Falls and Yankton. If you are willing to be a driver, please contact Diane. Once organized, we hope this effort will be a blessing to many.

A SEASON OF GRIEF: Wellspring will be starting a grief support group beginning, Tuesday, October 13th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Kathy will be presenting seven sessions on grief. Please check bulletin board in fellowship hall for more information.

SUNDAY SCHOOL PARENTS: Please assist your child to juice and cookies if you desire, however, I am asking all food and drinks be eaten and drank downstairs. Thank you for this assistance in keeping the building clean and beautiful.

LADIES AID will meet Thursday, October 1st at 7:30 p.m. Hostess will be Gerry, Altar Guild for the month of October is Juile and visiting helpers are Garnet and Lee. Coffee hour committee: Gerry, Darlene and Millie.

GODS BLESSINGS and many thanks for your support given to Bike for Life in gifts of time, talent, treasure, and prayers going to support the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls. And also a big thank you from Pastor Nour and the riders who greatly enjoyed the food contributions for a hearty lunch at their halfway point from Armour to Sioux Falls.

UPCOMING MEETINGS: October 4th During Coffee Hour Congregational Survey, October 5-7th Fall Pastors Conference in Rapid City, October 7th 7:00 p.m. Elders Meeting, October 14th 7:00 p.m. Council Meeting, October 25th Quarterly Voters Meeting

BAZAAR PLANNING We are taking donations for our November 5th Bazaar, anyone willing to donate food and/or work please talk to one of the following: Sharon, Garnet, Joan or Angie. We will need chili soup, chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, pie, salads, cake, pickles, crackers and coffee. Thanks.

PRAYER LIST: Ginny will be added to next weeks prayer list. If you would like anyone added to our Prayer List please contact me by Tuesday noon. Thank-you, Diane.

FREEMAN FOOD PANTRY DRIVE: This is the last week to donate.

OLD THEOLOGY, NEW TECHNOLOGY...Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken and produced by Lutheran Public Radio. Topics include: Dan Brown's "The Lost Symbol," Down Syndrome & Abortion, Alcoholic's Anonymous, Mormonism, Pro-Life Democrats and more. You can listen to what you want when you want at www.issuesetc.org.


Tuesday, September 21, 2009
Update

Sunday's sermon and Congregation at Prayer have been posted. Click appropriate tab on the left side of the screen.

The Sunday School lesson for this Sunday is 1 Kings 3 on the Wisdom of Solomon. Parents, Grandparents, Teachers, and all are invited to listen to this 20 minute Issue, Etc. radio interview of one of the editors of our Sunday School material, Deaconess Pam Nielson on this Sunday's lesson.

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Circuit Forum election results for delegates to the LCMS synodical convention next July are: Pastoral Delegate Rev. Christopher, Alternate Pastoral Delegate Rev. Ellis, Lay Delegate Mr. Mattis, Alternate Lay Delegate Mr. Plucker.



Sunday, September 20, 2009
Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity




CALENDAR and ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sunday
8:00 a.m. St. Peter Matins Service
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Divine Service
10:45 a.m. St. Paul Childrens & Adult Sunday School Coffee Hour (Group C)
7:00 p.m. St. Peter Clayton - Adult Sunday School

Tuesday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins
10:00?noon St. Paul Office Hours
noon Bulletin Announcements Due
4:30 6p.m. St. Peter 8th Grade Catechesis

Wednesday
6:00 a.m. Mens Bible Study (Papas)
3:30 p.m. 5th & 6th Grade Catechesis
4:30 6:00 7th & 8th Grade Catechesis
8:00 p.m. Choir practice

Thursday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins
10:00 noon St. Paul Office Hours
5:00 p.m. Church Office Meeting (Pastor/Secretary)

Saturday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins
10:00 a.m. St. Paul Office Hours
11:00 a.m. St. Paul Catechism Help
1:00 p.m. St. Paul Knodel Catechesis
11 1:00 p.m.Lutherans For Life Bike-For-Life (Hwy 81 & 44)

Next Sunday
8:00 a.m. St. Peter Divine Service
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Divine Service
10:45 a.m. St. Paul Children s and Adult Sunday School Coffee Hour (Group Youth)
7:00 p.m. St. Peter Adult Sunday School

HOLY COMMUNION: Because partaking of Holy Communion in a church-body is a profession that you agree with the doctrines of that particular church-body, visitors and guests who are not currently members of another congregation of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod are kindly asked to please make an appointment to visit with the pastor before taking communion here. For more information you may consult the Christian Questions with Their Answers on pages 329-330 of LSB Hymnal, as well as the following passages from Holy Scripture - Matthew 5:23f.; 10:32f.; 18:15-35; 26:26-29; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.

FINAL CLEAN UP DAY is scheduled for next Saturday, September 26th at 9:00 am. Help will be needed to get the sidewalk ready to seed grass. Please bring along a shovel and or rake. Any questions, please contact one of the trustees.

BIKE FOR LIFE 12TH ANNUAL: The goal is to raise support money for the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls and assist moms and dads to not abort their babies. The Bike for Life will take place on Saturday, September 26th. St. Paul Lutherans For Life will host the rest stop luncheon on Highway 44 just east of the intersection at Highway 81 for Pastor Nour and riders who will be biking the 100 miles from Armour to Sioux Falls. If you would like to donate food or time to these bikers, contact Barb. If you would like to donate to support the Alpha Center, contact Pastor Pautz.

GOOD SAMARITANS OF ST. PAUL: We are putting together a list of drivers to help congregation members, and maybe others, get to doctor visits in Freeman and even Sioux Falls and Yankton. You may remember that this congregation organized drivers for Donnie. It was received as a blessing to Donnie and all involved. The Mens Bible Study group is helping me spearhead a similar initiative. If you are willing to be a driver, please contact Diane. Once organized, we hope this effort will be a blessing to many. - Pastor Pautz

SUNDAY SCHOOL PARENTS: Please assist your child to juice and cookies if you desire, however, I am asking all food and drinks be eaten and drank downstairs. Thank you for this assistance in keeping the building clean and beautiful. Pastor Pautz.

BAZAAR PLANNING We are taking donations for our November 5th Bazaar, anyone willing to donate food and/or work please talk to one of the following: Sharon, Garnet, Joan or Angie. We will need chili soup, chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, pie, salads, cake, pickles, crackers and coffee. Thanks.

FREEMAN FOOD PANTRY DRIVE during the month of September. Needed are: paper items and canned foods. See bulletin board for details.

DEFENDING THE FAITH, TEACHING THE TRUTH...Do any of these topics interest you?: Health Care Reform & Life Issues, The Emerging Church Movement, Early Christianity, Jesus Christ vs. The Gods of Ancient Mythology, Biblical Archeology and more. Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show produced by Lutheran Public Radio and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. You can listen to what you want when you want at www.issuesetc.org.

PRAYER LIST: If you would like anyone added to our Prayer List please contact me at 925-4142 or at stpaulfreeman@gmail.com by Tuesday noon. Thank-you, Diane.

SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON: Solomon & All His Wisdom 1 Kings 3
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Sunday, September 13, 2009
Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity

CALENDAR and ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sunday
8:00 a.m. St. Peter Divine Service w/o Communion
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Divine Service
10:45 a.m. St. Paul Sunday School and Adult Bible Study, Voters Meeting
7:00 p.m. St. Peter Bible Study

Tuesday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins Prayer Service
10:00-noon St. Paul Office Hours
noon Bulletin Announcements Due
4:30 p.m. St. Peter 8th Grade Catechesis
7:00 p.m. St. Paul Organ Comittee Meeting (tentative)

Wednesday
6:00 a.m. Men s Bible Study (Papa's)
7:00 p.m. Parent Meeting 5th-8th Grade
8:00 p.m. Choir practice

Thursday
9:30 a.m. Circuit Pastors Meeting at Trinity, Hartford
5:00 p.m. Church Office Meeting (Pastor/Secretary)

Friday
7:30 p.m. Circuit Forum at St. Paul, Freeman

Saturday
9:30 a.m. St. Paul Matins Prayer Service
10:00-noon St. Paul Office Hours
1:00 p.m. St. Paul Knodel Catechesis

HOLY COMMUNION: Because partaking of Holy Communion in a church body is a profession that you agree with the doctrines of that particular church-body, visitors and guests who are not currently members of another congregation of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod are kindly asked to please make an appointment to visit with the pastor before taking communion here. For more information you may consult the Christian Questions with Their Answers on pages 329-330 of LSB Hymnal, as well as the following passages from Holy Scripture - Matthew 5:23f.; 10:32f.; 18:15-35; 26:26-29; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.

SUNDAY SCHOOL PARENTS: Please assist your child to juice and cookies if you desire, however, I am asking all food and drinks be eaten and drank downstairs. Thank you for this assistance in keeping the building clean and beautiful. Pastor Pautz.

BAZAAR PLANNING We are taking donations for our November 5th Bazaar, anyone willing to donate food and/or work please talk to one of the following: Sharon, Garnet, Joan or Angie. We will need chili soup, chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, pie, salads, cake, pickles, crackers and coffee. Thanks.

GOOD SAMARITANS OF ST. PAUL: We are putting together a list of drivers to help congregation members, and maybe others, get to doctor visits in Freeman and even Sioux Falls and Yankton. You may remember that this congregation organized drivers for Donnie. It was received as a blessing to Donnie and all involved. The Men?s Bible Study group is helping me spearhead a similar initiative. If you are willing to be a driver, please contact Diane. Once organized, we hope this effort will be a blessing to many. Pastor Pautz

BIKE FOR LIFE ? 12TH ANNUAL: The goal is to raise support money for the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls and assist moms and dads to not abort their babies. The Bike for Life will take place on Saturday, September 26th. St. Paul Lutherans For Life will host the rest stop luncheon on Highway 44 just east of the intersection at Highway 81 for Pastor Nour and riders who will be biking the 100 miles from Armour to Sioux Falls. If you would like to donate food or time to these bikers, contact Barb. If you would like to donate to support the Alpha Center, contact Pastor Pautz.

PRAYER LIST: If you would like anyone added to our Prayer List please contact me by Tuesday noon. Thank-you, Diane.

FREEMAN FOOD PANTRY DRIVE during the month of September. Check bulletin board in fellowship hall for details.

THE FAITH ONCE DELIVERED TO THE SAINTS...Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken and produced by Lutheran Public Radio. Topics include: Dinosaurs, Gender Inclusive Bible Translations, Global Christianity, Decision Theology, Biblical Inerrancy and more. You can listen to what you want when you want at www.issuesetc.org.

NEW E-MAIL: stpaulfreeman@gmail.com The old email will work for awhile, but will eventually be disconnected. We were overrun with spam.


Sunday, September 6, 2009
Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity

ANNOUNCEMENTS

POTLUCK THANK YOU: Thanks to everyone who attended last week?s Friendship Sunday Potluck. And thank you for the good food and conversation. Church Council

GOOD SAMARITANS OF ST. PAUL: We are putting together a list of drivers to help congregation members, and maybe others, get to doctor visits in Freeman and even Sioux Falls and Yankton. You may remember that this congregation organized drivers for Mr. Donnie. It was received as a blessing to Donnie and all involved. The Mens Bible Study group is helping me spearhead a similar initiative. If you are willing to be a driver, please contact Diane. Once organized, we hope this effort will be a blessing to many. -Pastor Pautz

INSERT - GRACE UPON GRACE: Formerly called the Congregation at Prayer, the insert has returned. If you have a prayer request, please call the church office by Tuesday noon and we will add it to next weeks printed insert. Requests made after Tuesday noon will still be prayed, they just wont be printed in the insert.

NEW E-MAIL: stpaulfreeman@gmail.com The old email will work for awhile, but will eventually be disconnected. We were overrun with spam.

SAME WEBSITE BUT UPDATED: www.stpaulfreeman.com is active again. Please check in for weekly announcements and updates.

SPECIAL VOTERS ASSEMBLY: Next Sunday after church to elect a delegate to the Circuit Forum on September 18th and possibly to the LCMS National Convention in Houston, Texas next July.

LWML ZONE WORKSHOP: will be held at St.Paul this coming Friday from 9:30 to 3:00. All ladies are encouraged and welcome to attend.

SUNDAY SCHOOL & ADULT BIBLE STUDY: begins next Sunday. The first topic is Nathan rebukes David from 2 Samuel 12:1-23. Pastor Pautz will lead an informal adult Bible study on the same topic. So bring your questions and your coffee. Adults and youth will conclude at 11:30.

DAVE RAMSEYS: Money Makeover LIVE event is coming to Marion at the First Church of God on September 19 from 12 00 p.m. to 5 00 p.m. Tickets are $25.00 for a five hour seminar.

BIKE FOR LIFE 12TH ANNUAL: will take place on Saturday, September 26th. St. Paul Lutherans For Life will host the rest stop luncheon on Highway 44 just east of the intersection at Highway 81 for Pastor Nour and riders who will be biking from Armour to Sioux Falls.

PRAYER LIST: If you would like anyone added to our Prayer List please contact me. Thank-you, Diane.

FREEMAN FOOD PANTRY DRIVE during the month of September. Check bulletin board in fellowship hall for details.

COMPLETE DETAILS of announcements, please check bulletin board in fellowship hall.

LAST SUPPER WALL HANGING currrently stored in church office. Please contact Diane with any information on the wall hanging.

TWENTY PROPOSALS FROM SYNOD At the July Voters Assembly, Pastor mentioned that details are emerging about the twenty proposals for Synodical Structure and Governance to be voted on at the next summer's national convention of the LCMS. For those details, click on the following link

Walking Together Task Force on Synod Structure and Governance.


Sunday, August 31, 2009
Twelfth Sunday after Trinity

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FRIENDS AND GUESTS Welcome to St. Paul Lutheran Church this morning. The opening hymn is page 497 toward the middle of the pew hymnal. We will follow the order of Divine Service III starting on page 184. (Congregation members, please assist those near you to follow along if it appears they need help.) Also, if you do not have a church home or have questions about St. Paul Lutheran, Pastor Pautz would be glad to listen and assist you. And please stay for the potluck after the service at 11:00 a.m.

SPECIAL VOTERS ASSEMBLY will meet in September, 13th to elect a delegate to the Circuit Forum on September 17. This delegate may be elected by the Circuit Forum to the position of Circuit Lay Delegate to the LCMS national convention next July in Houston, Texas.

BIKE FOR LIFE 12TH ANNUAL: will take place on Saturday, September 26th. St. Paul Lutherans For Life will host the rest stop luncheon on Highway 44 just east of the intersection at Highway 81 for Pastor Nour and riders who will be biking from Armour to Sioux Falls.

LADIES AID for September: Regular business meeting, September 3rd at 7:30. Coffee hour is Sharon, Mary, and Barb. Altar Guild is Corrine and visiting helper is Darlene.

LWML please plan to join us Friday, September 11 for the LWML Fall Christian Life Workshop here at St. Paul. Topic: Suffering In the Christian Life Presenter: Rev. Hyle Anderson, Aberdeen Schedule: 9:30 Registration 10:00 Opening Devotion/Pastor Pautz 12:00 Lunch Served 3:00 Closing All ladies are encouraged and welcome to attend.

CORRECTION: MAINSTREET LIVING is on Channel 5 KDLT-NBC.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will begin on September 13th after church service. Please watch the bulletin for more details.

STORAGE SHED: please donate for the completion of this project.

TWENTY PROPOSALS FROM SYNOD At the July Voters Assembly, Pastor mentioned that details are emerging about the twenty proposals for Synodical Structure and Governance to be voted on at the next summer's national convention of the LCMS. For those details, click on the following link

Walking Together Task Force on Synod Structure and Governance.


Sunday, August 23, 2009
Eleventh Sunday after Trinity

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CONTINUED BLESSINGS upon Brad and Andrea. Brad and Andrea were joined in Holy Matrimony in this sanctuary yesterday afternoon.

THANK YOU on behalf of Pastor Pautz and family. This was a needed vacation and we thank you for giving us this time away from congregation responsibilities. We are also grateful to be back with you again.

LADIES AID for September: Regular business meeting, September 3rd at 7:30. Coffee hour is Sharon, Mary, and Barb. Altar Guild is Corrine and visiting helper is Darlene.

LWML please plan to join us Friday, September 11 for the LWML Fall Christian Life Workshop here at St. Paul. Topic: Suffering In the Christian Life Presenter: Rev. Anderson, Aberdeen Schedule: 9:30 Registration 10:00 Opening Devotion/Pastor Pautz 12:00 Lunch Served 3:00 Closing Al ladies are encouraged and welcome to attend.

SPECIAL VOTERS ASSEMBLY needs to meet in September to elect a delegate to the Circuit Forum in September. This delegate may be elected by the Circuit Forum to the position of Circuit Lay Delegate to the LCMS national convention next July in Houston, Texas.

COFFEE HOUR: There will be no coffee hour this morning.

FLOWERS on the altar this morning are in honor of Jerry and Gerrys 50th Wedding Anniversary. Open house will be this afternoon from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in fellowship hall. Everyone in the congregation is invited.

PRAYER BIBLE STUDY Today is the first lesson of about four lessons regarding prayer. The adult Bible study is not only to hear more of Gods Word but also to ask Pastor Pautz any questions you may have.

DOXOLOGY Pastor and Mrs. Pautz will be attending the last segment of the Doxology training this Friday and Saturday at the Broom Tree Conference Center in Irene, SD. Pastor may be contacted by cell phone.

POTLUCK AND BRING A FRIEND TO CHURCH DAY: is scheduled for next Sunday, August 30.

THANK-YOU to everyone for the cards, food, phone calls, transportation, visits and prayers. A special thank you to Pastor Pautz for his visits while I was in the hospital. Thank you all! Alice.

SUNDAY SCHOOL will begin on September 13th after church service. Please watch the bulletin for more details.

STORAGE SHED: please donate for the completion of this projection as you are able to do so with a glad heart. Please remember your regular offering as well. Again, give as much as you can with joy. We are in this together and the Lord will provide. Pastor

TWENTY PROPOSALS FROM SYNOD At the July Voters Assembly, Pastor mentioned that details are emerging about the twenty proposals for Synodical Structure and Governance to be voted on at the next summer's national convention of the LCMS. For those details, click on the following link

Walking Together Task Force on Synod Structure and Governance.


Saturday, August 15, 2009
Tenth Sunday after Trinity

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HOLY COMMUNION: is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until He comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers found in the hymnal on page 329.

No Coffee Hour after service this evening.

ANNIVERSARY Jerry and Gerry saner will be celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary, Sunday, August 23rd from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the fellowship hall. Everyone in the congregation is invited to attend.

COFFEE HOUR There will be no coffee hour next Sunday.

POTLUCK AND BRING A FRIEND to church day is scheduled for Sunday, August 30.

STORAGE SHED please donate for the completion of this project as you are able to do with a glad heart. Please remember your regular offering as well. We are in this together and the Lord will provide.

TWENTY PROPOSALS FROM SYNOD At the July Voters' Assembly, Pastor mentioned that details are emerging about the twenty proposals for Synodical Structure and Governance to be voted on at the next summer's national convention of the LCMS. For those details, click on the following link

Walking Together Task Force on Synod Structure and Governance.


Reminder
THIS SATURDAY Divine Service with Holy Communion this Saturday, August 15th at 7:00 p.m.


Sunday, August 8, 2009
Ninth Sunday after Trinity

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HOLY COMMUNION: is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until He comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers found in the hymnal on page 329.

SATURDAY SERVICES are this Saturday, August 15th at 7:00 p.m.

POTLUCK AND BRING A FRIEND to church day is scheduled for Sunday, August 30.

STORAGE SHED please donate for the completion of this project as you are able to do with a glad heart. Please remember your regular offering as well. We are in this together and the Lord will provide.

TWENTY PROPOSALS FROM SYNOD At the July Voters' Assembly, Pastor mentioned that details are emerging about the twenty proposals for Synodical Structure and Governance to be voted on at the next summer's national convention of the LCMS. For those details, click on the following link

Walking Together Task Force on Synod Structure and Governance.


Sunday, August 2, 2009
Eighth Sunday after Trinity

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THANK YOU to Group 2 and the Board of Elders for the work that went into organizing the funeral service. Thank you also to the many people who cooked, served, moved tables, ushered, cleaned, etc. Great teamwork everyone!

SATURDAY SERVICES are this Saturday, August 8th at 7:00 p.m. Also, Saturday, August 15th again at 7:00 p.m. Contact one of the elders for pastoral care and emergencies.

POTLUCK AND BRING A FRIEND to church day is scheduled for Sunday, August 30.

STORAGE SHED please donate for the completion of this project as you are able to do with a glad heart. Please remember your regular offering as well. We are in this together and the Lord will provide.

TWENTY PROPOSALS FROM SYNOD At the July Voters' Assembly, Pastor mentioned that details are emerging about the twenty proposals for Synodical Structure and Governance to be voted on at the next summer's national convention of the LCMS. For those details, click on the following link

Walking Together Task Force on Synod Structure and Governance.

SHUT IN SERVICES Lutheran Hour Radio can be listened to on WNAX 570 each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Kids Crossing televiosn (10 a.m.) and Main Street Living televion (10:30 a.m.) are broadcast on Channel 5 KDLT from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. A printed sermon is available from the ushers. An audio tape of the service is also available upon request.


Monday, July 27, 2009
ANNOUNCEMENT

The funeral is this Thursday, July 30th at 10:30 a.m. Visitation is at St. Paul Lutheran on Wednesday, July 29th from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Family will be present from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.






Sunday, February 8, 2009
70 Days Before Easter (Septuagesima) Sunday

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HOLY COMMUNION: is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until He comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers found in the hymnal on page 329.

ANNUAL VALENTINES' DINNER: is next Sunday evening, February 15th. Please make your reservation with a Youth representative in the Fellowship Hall after the service this morning.

ORGANISTS & ALTAR GUILD NEEDED: Beginning March 1, two of three organists and one person from the altar guild are stepping down from their service to the congregation. Please go out of your way to say thank you to Jane Kleinsasser, Mindy Biernstiehl, and Kathleen Wipf for their years of dedicated service to the beauty of our Worship and this Sanctuary. If you or someone you know is willing to play the organ or piano during a Sunday or Mid-week Lenten Service or if you or someone you know is willing to help with paraments and altar care, please contact Pastor Pautz.

SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY: FIRE AND THE STAFF: Why do we sing all those same old hymns from the hymnal instead of the new songs they're singing in many other churches? Why does our church still insist on the practice of 'closed communion'? Why shouldn't we make a few changes so our worship service would be more 'dynamic' and 'exciting'? These are common questions that are asked today all across the country and even in our congregation. In his book, The Fire and the Staff: Lutheran Theology in Practice, Klemet Preus explores the impact of the American Evangelical and Church Growth Movements on the modern Lutheran Church. I invite everyone to attend the Sunday Morning Bible Study for the next few weeks as we read, study, and discuss parts of this important book. It deals with many challenges and controversies facing our synod and congregation today. Let's discover from Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions how we can best walk together as God's people gathered around His Word and Sacraments and sharing the Good News of salvation in Jesus Christ with our neighbors and around the world.

5TH 6TH GRADE CATECHESIS: Commandment 3 and meaning. Review Commandments 1-10.

7TH 8TH GRADE CATECHESIS: Prepare for the Quiz on the Lord's Prayer.


The Conclusion to the Lord's Prayer


Sunday, February 1, 2009
Transfiguration Sunday

ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY'S SERVICE: The congregation will speak Psalm 84 with the Pastor. The Psalms are located in the front of the hymnal. Pastor will speak the first half of the first verse and the congregation will speak the last half of the verse. For example, Pastor: How lovely is Your dwelling place; Congregation: O LORD of hosts...

WELCOME MADRIGAL SINGERS & BOYS TEN: They will sing today after the Confession Absolution and then again between the Old Testament and Epistle Readings.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Chris and Amber and family have been received into membership

NEW OFFICERS OF THE CHURCH COUNCIL: are Gary, LeeAnn, Scott, Lisa, Jesse, Marlene.

ANNUAL REPORTS: All reports have been received. Thank you. The Annual Report for 2008 will be published soon.

ORGANISTS & ALTAR GUILD NEEDED: Beginning March 1, two of three organists and one person from the altar guild are stepping down from their service to the congregation. Please go out of your way to say thank you to Jane, Mindy, and Kathleen for their years of dedicated service to the beauty of our Worship and this Sanctuary. If you or someone you know is willing to play the organ or piano during a Sunday or Mid-week Lenten Service or if you or someone you know is willing to help with paraments and altar care, please contact Pastor Pautz.

SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY: FIRE AND THE STAFF: Why do we sing all those same old hymns from the hymnal instead of the new songs they're singing in many other churches? Why does our church still insist on the practice of 'closed communion'? Why shouldn't we make a few changes so our worship service would be more 'dynamic' and 'exciting'? These are common questions that are asked today all across the country and even in our congregation. In his book, The Fire and the Staff: Lutheran Theology in Practice, Klemet Preus explores the impact of the American Evangelical and Church Growth Movements on the modern Lutheran Church. I invite everyone to attend the Sunday Morning Bible Study for the next few weeks as we read, study, and discuss parts of this important book. It deals with many challenges and controversies facing our synod and congregation today. Let's discover from Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions how we can best walk together as God's people gathered around His Word and Sacraments and sharing the Good News of salvation in Jesus Christ with our neighbors and around the world.

LADIES AID: Coffee Hour for February 1st is Mary and Sharon. Altar Guild is Sharon. Visiting Helper is Millie. Our regular business meeting is Thursday, Feb. 5th. Lee is hostess.

DART BALL COMPETITION: Dimock routed Freeman last Monday, but not without some good competition. This week, we host Clayton in the Fellowship Hall this Monday at 7:30p.m.

5TH 6TH GRADE CATECHESIS: Commandments 1 & 2 with the meanings and review Commandments 1-10. 7TH 8TH GRADE CATECHESIS: Meaning of the 7th Petition and Close of the Lord's Prayer

USHERS FOR NEXT SUNDAY: see the February Calendar.


Sunday, January 25, 2009
Third Sunday after Epiphany

ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY'S SERVICE: The congregation will speak Psalm 97 with the Pastor. The Psalms are located in the front of the hymnal. Pastor will speak the first half of the first verse and the congregation will speak the last half of the verse. For example, Pastor: The Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice; Congregation: let the many coastlands be glad...

ANNUAL VOTERS' ASSEMBLY: is today in the Fellowship Hall following the morning service.

ANNUAL REPORTS: Give them to Pastor Pautz or Diane as soon as possible. Thank you.

LADIES AID: Coffee Hour for February 1st is Mary and Sharon. Altar Guild is Sharon. Visiting Helper is Millie. Our regular business meeting is Thursday, Feb. 5th. Lee is hostess.

DART BALL COMPETITION: Delmont swept Freeman in the season opener, but things may change as Freeman travels to Dimock this Monday. Players, please gather at 6:00p.m. so we can leave by 6:15.

SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY: FIRE AND THE STAFF: Why do we sing all those same old hymns from the hymnal instead of the new songs they're singing in many other churches? Why does our church still insist on the practice of closed communion? Why shouldn't we make a few changes so our worship service would be more dynamic and exciting? These are common questions that are asked today all across the country and even in our congregation. In his book, The Fire and the Staff: Lutheran Theology in Practice, Klemet Preus explores the impact of the American Evangelical and Church Growth Movements on the modern Lutheran Church. I invite everyone to attend the Sunday Morning Bible Study for the next few weeks as we read, study, and discuss parts of this important book. It deals with many challenges and controversies facing our synod and congregation today. Let's discover from Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions how we can best walk together as God's people gathered around His Word and Sacraments and sharing the Good News of salvation in Jesus Christ with our neighbors and around the world. We begin meeting next Sunday after the morning service until 11:30a.m. Please feel free to bring coffee and snacks with you into the sanctuary as we discuss a part of Fire and the Staff.

5TH - 6TH GRADE CATECHESIS: Commandments 6-10. Review Commandments 1-5.

7TH ? 8TH GRADE CATECHESIS: Meaning of the 5th & 6th Petitions of the Lord's Prayer

MADRIGAL SENIORS & BOYS TEN: will sing next Sunday, February 1st.

USHERS FOR NEXT SUNDAY: will be called. Rotation included on the February Calendar which will be distributed next Sunday, February 1st.


Sunday, January 18, 2009
Second Sunday after Epiphany

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HOLY COMMUNION: is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until He comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers found in the hymnal on page 329.

ANNUAL VOTERS' ASSEMBLY: is next Sunday in the Fellowship Hall following the morning service. Pick up the Agenda from an usher this morning.

ANNUAL REPORTS: are needed from the Boards and groups within the congregation. Write a summary of what you have done during 2008. Give them to Pastor Pautz or Diane as soon as possible. Thank you.

DART BALL COMPETITION: begins tomorrow Monday the 19th at 7:30 p.m. in our Fellowship Hall. This first game is against Delmont.

STORAGE SHED DONATIONS: If you are interested in giving a donation to help in the purchase of a storage shed, please contact one of the Trustees: Jason, Collin, or Mark.

5TH - 8TH GRADE CATECHESIS:

Learn-By-Heart for the 5th & 6th Grade Bible Verse Commandments 1-5.

Learn-By-Heart for 7th & 8th Grade Catechism Verse Meaning of the 3rd & 4th Petitions of the Lord's Prayer

USHERS FOR JANUARY 25TH: will be contacted. The new schedule starts in February.


Sunday, December 28, 2008
First Sunday after Christmas
  • Congregation at Prayer for this week


    • ANNOUNCEMENTS

    NEW YEARS EVE SERVICE with Holy Communion this Wednesday, December 31st at 7:30 p.m.

    THANK YOU: to all who made the Christmas Eve Childrens Program a success!

    OPEN HOUSE AT THE PARSONAGE: is today, Sunday the 28th. Please come this Sunday between 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. for coffee, juice, cookies, and hopefully a warmer afternoon.

    LADIES AID MONTH OF JANUARY: Coffee hour committee for January 4th is Lee, Ruth, and Angie. The Altar Guild is Garnett. The Visiting Helper is Gerry.
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    STORAGE SHED DONATIONS: If you are interested in giving a donation to help in the purchase of a storage shed, please contact one of the Trustees: Jason, Collin, or Mark.

    5TH - 8TH GRADE: No catechism classes this week. We start again on Wednesday, January 7th.
  • Learn by Heart for 5th through 8th Grade


    • MEN'S BIBLE STUDY AND BREAKFAST: will meet this Wednesday morning at 6:00 a.m. at Papa's. We will begin a study of the Book of Revelation.

    USHERS - JANUARY 4TH: will be contacted.



    A discussion on the Lord's Prayer - Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread.


    Thursday, December 25, 2008


    Christmas Day


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    A Merry and Blessed Christmas to you all!


    Wednesday, December 24, 2008


    Christmas Eve


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    7:00 p.m. is the Children's Christmas Program

    10:00 p.m. is the Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

    9:30 a.m. tomorrow is the Christmas Day Service with Hymnfest


    Sunday, December 21, 2008


    FOURTH SUNDAY IN ADVENT


    ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Learn by Heart for 5th through 8th Grade

  • Congregation at Prayer for the Fourth Sunday in Advent


    • HOLY COMMUNION: is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until He comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers found in the hymnal on page 329.

    FINAL CHILDREN'S PRACTICE: is Wednesday morning at 9:00 a.m. Costumes are not needed for this final practice. However, a parent or grandparent is requested to come to attend.

    POSTPONED - CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE AT THE PARSONAGE: to next Sunday afternoon.

    STORAGE SHED DONATIONS: If you are interested in giving a donation to help in the purchase of a storage shed, please contact Collin Kleinsasser.

    CHRISTMAS SACK DONATIONS: Brian and Bob are accepting donations for this year's Christmas Sack Fund.

    5TH - 8TH GRADE: No catechism classes for the next two weeks.

    MEN'S BIBLE STUDY AND BREAKFAST: will not meet this Wednesday. We will meet again on Wednesday, December 31st at Papa's to begin our study of the book of Revelation.

    LADIES AID MATCHING FUNDS: It's hard to believe, but Christmas will soon be here. This year, the Ladies Aid is supporting Main Street Living as a special Christmas project. If you would like to donate to this project, the Ladies Aid will match your gift.

    2009 USHER'S SCHEDULE: sign up in the Fellowship Hall if you want to help usher next year.

    USHERS - DECEMBER 28th: Craig, Darren, Dan, and Collin



    A discussion on the Lord's Prayer - Thy will be done.



    Sunday, December 14, 2008


    SERVICE CANCELED DUE TO BAD WEATHER


    ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Learn by Heart for 5th through 8th Grade

  • Congregation at Prayer for the Third Sunday in Advent


    • HOLY COMMUNION: is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until He comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers found in the hymnal on page 329.

    CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE AT THE PARSONAGE: is next Sunday from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. You are all invited for cookies, coffee, and a nice afternoon.

    CHILDRENS CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE Contact Mindee (7027), Staci (7999), Christa (4509), or Kristi (825-4241) if you have any questions.
    Today during Sunday School
    Wednesday, Dec. 17 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (everyone except pre-school)
    Saturday, Dec. 20 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. (everyone).

    CHRISTMAS SACK DONATIONS: Brian Knittel and Bob Pidde are accepting donations for this year's Christmas Sack Fund.

    OPTIONAL CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING: this Wednesday from 7:30 - 9:00 to review possible budget proposals for the Annual Meeting at the end of January. This is only a preliminary discussion. No proposal will be adopted until the January Church Council Meeting.

    5TH & 6TH GRADE LEARN-BY-HEART FOR THIS WEDNESDAY Bible Verse Ephesians 2:8-9
    For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-- and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God--not by works, so that no one can boast.

    7TH & 8TH GRADE LEARN-BY-HEART FOR THIS WEDNESDAY
    Quiz
    Pick up a copy of Wednesday's Quiz from an usher if needed.

    MID-WEEK SCHOOL: will not meet on either Christmas Eve or New Years Eve.

    LADIES AID MATCHING FUNDS: It's hard to believe, but Christmas will soon be here. This year, the Ladies Aid is supporting Main Street Living as a special Christmas project. If you would like to donate to this project, the Ladies Aid will match your gift.

    2009 USHER'S SCHEDULE: sign up in the Fellowship Hall if you want to help usher next year.

    USHERS - DECEMBER 21st: Bob, Ted, and Taylor



    A discussion on The First Petition of the Lord's Prayer



    Sunday, December 7, 2008


    Second Sunday in Advent


    ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Learn by Heart for Jr. Confirmation


    • 5TH & 6TH GRADE: will begin meeting again this Wednesday at 3:30p.m.

    THANK YOU: to all those from the St. Paul Lutheran congregation for all the prayers sent up on behalf of our nephew-in-law, Justin Koppman, while he was serving our country in Iraq. Justin returned home and we praised God for protecting him and bringing him home to us. Keith, Betsy, and Shane.

    HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH: meet this Wednesday from 7:30 - 8:30p.m. for an activity and a devotion. Also, do you want to attend the Higher Things Conference July 21-24, 2009 in Michigan. Pastor Pautz will drive and serve as male chaperone. A female chaperone is needed and we have room for 4 or 5 Youth.

    CHILDREN S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE Contact Mindee, Staci, Christa, or Kristi if you have any questions.
    Wed Dec. 10 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (everyone except pre-school)
    Sat Dec. 13 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. (everyone)
    Wed Dec. 17 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (everyone except pre-school)
    Sat Dec. 20 No Practice

    CHRISTMAS SACK DONATIONS: Brian and Bob are accepting donations for this year's Christmas Sack Fund.

    LADIES AID MATCHING FUNDS: It's hard to believe, but Christmas will soon be here. This year, the Ladies Aid is supporting Main Street Living as a special Christmas project. If you would like to donate to this project, the Ladies Aid will match your gift.

    7TH & 8TH GRADE LEARN-BY-HEART FOR THIS WEDNESDAY

    Bible Verse 1 Corinthians 6:11

    And such were some of you. But you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus and by the Spirit of our God.

    Catechism Verse Meaning of the Third Article of the Creed; paragraph 2, page 17

    ...in the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith...

    USHERS - DECEMBER 14th: Kenny, Kelly, Collin, Dan



    A discussion on a daily study of God's Word - What is that?



    Sunday, November 30, 2008


    First Sunday in Advent


    ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Learn by Heart for Jr. Confirmation


    • NO 5TH & 6TH GRADE WEEKDAY SCHOOL THIS WEEK

    MEETING FOR PARENTS OF 5TH & 6TH GRADE CHILDREN: this Wednesday, Dec 3 at 7 p.m.

    3RD AND 4TH GRADE WEEKDAY SCHOOL: We will celebrate Christmas together on Wednesday Dec. 3 from 3:30 until 5p.m. If you would like to participate in the gift exchange, please bring a small gift, suitable for a girl or boy. If you have questions, contact LaNae (4395) or Kristi (825-4241).

    NEW USHER SCHEDULE: The 2009 Usher Schedule is being made shortly. We are asking you to add your name to the sign-up sheet in the Fellowship Hall or contact Bob Pidde or Diane Schnabel to serve as an assistant usher in 2009.

    CHRISTMAS SACK DONATIONS: Brian and Bob are accepting donations for this year's Christmas Sack Fund. Please see Brian to give your donation.
    CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE THIS WEDNESDAY: December 3rd at 7:00p.m. for the main characters. Watch the bulletin for additional practice dates or contact Mindee (7027), Staci (7999), Christa (4509), or Kristi (825-4241) if you have any questions.

    LADIES AID MONTH OF DECEMBER: Coffee hour committee for Dec. 7th is Diane, Julianne, and Phyllis. Altar guild is Lee. The visiting committee will do visits.

    7TH & 8TH GRADE LEARN-BY-HEART FOR THIS WEDNESDAY: Bible Verse 8For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God, 9 not of works, lest anyone should boast. (Ephesians 2:8-9) Catechism Verse I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him, but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith. (Meaning of the Third Article of the Creed; paragraph 1, page 17)

    LADIES AID MATCHING FUNDS: It's hard to believe, but Christmas will soon be here. This year, the Ladies Aid is supporting Main Street Living as a special Christmas project. If you would like to donate to this project, the Ladies Aid will match your gift.

    LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY: Start off the Christmas season by joining us on Thursday, December 4th at 7:30 p.m. for the Ladies Aid Christmas Party. We will sing, exchange "white elephant" gifts, and enjoy Christmas treats. All ladies are welcome. Ladies Aid members, please bring your favorite Christmas cookie to share, and a white elephant gift.

    USHERS - NOVEMBER 30th: Gary, Kelly, Jeremy, Taylor.



    A Discussion on the Lord's Prayer



    Sunday, November 27, 2008


    Thanksgiving Day


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    THANK YOU: to all those in our congregation for praying for our nephew Charles while he was serving in Iraq. He was kept in God's hands and brought back to us safely. Thanks again, Matt & Kristi.

    THANK YOU: to all who helped in any way to make it another successful Bazaar at which $5,728.38 was raised.

    HELP DECORATE THE SANCTUARY: This Friday at 5:00 p.m., we will set up the Christmas decorations in the Sanctuary and throughout the church. A light lunch will be provided.

    CHRISTMAS SACK DONATIONS: Brian is accepting donations for this year's Christmas Sack Fund. Please see Brian to give your donation.

    CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE THIS WEDNESDAY: December 3rd at 7:00p.m. for the main characters. Watch the bulletin for additional practice dates or contact Mindee (7027), Staci (7999), Christa (4509), or Kristi (825-4241) if you have any questions.

    NO 5TH & 6TH GRADE WEEKDAY SCHOOL THIS WEEK

    PARENTS MEETING: for the parents of the 5th and 6th grade Weekday School children. The meeting will be on Wednesday, December 3rd at 7:00p.m.

    LADIES AID MATCHING FUNDS: It's hard to believe, but Christmas will soon be here. This year, the Ladies Aid is supporting Main Street Living as a special Christmas project. If you would like to donate to this project, the Ladies Aid will match your gift.

    LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY: Start off the Christmas season by joining us on Thursday, December 4th at 7:30 p.m. for the Ladies Aid Christmas Party. We will sing, exchange "white elephant" gifts, and enjoy Christmas treats. All ladies are welcome. Ladies Aid members, please bring your favorite Christmas cookie to share, and a white elephant gift.

    USHERS - NOVEMBER 30th: Keith, Steve, and Dan.



    Sunday, November 23, 2008


    The Twenty-Seventh Sunday after Trinity

    The Last Sunday of the Church Year


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    THANK YOU: to all those in our congregation for praying for our nephew Charles while he was serving in Iraq. He was kept in God's hands and brought back to us safely. Thanks again, Matt & Kristi.

    THANK YOU: to all who helped in any way to make it another successful Bazaar at which $5,728.38 was raised.

    CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS: will be put up this Friday beginning at 5:00p.m. Please help us out.

    NO CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE THIS WEEK: Next practice is Wednesday, December 3rd at 7:00 p.m. for the main characters. Watch the bulletin for additional practice dates or contact Mindee (7027), Staci (7999), or Kristi (825-4241) if you have any questions.

    PARENTS OF 5TH-6TH GRADE WEEKDAY SCHOOL: It is very important that parents attend a a special meeting on Wednesday, December 3rd at 7:00 p.m. before this class resumes. Until then the children may enjoy an extended Thanksgiving break. No class this Wed. the 26th and no class next Wed. the 3rd.

    PARENTS: Email is a quick way to keep you informed of weekly memory work. Please send an email to pastor@stpaulfreeman.com requesting a weekly update for Weekday School and Jr. Confirmation classes. The lessons are also printed on the website: www. stpaulfreeman.com

    7TH & 8TH GRADE LEARN-BY-HEART FOR THIS WEDNESDAY: Remember to prepare for the quiz on the 2nd article of the Creed. If you lost your study sheet, please pick up another copy from an usher after the service this morning. Also, if you would like credit for previous Learn-by-Heart Scripture and Catechism verses, you may recite them to Pastor Pautz after the quiz on Wednesday.

    LADIES AID MATCHING FUNDS: It's hard to believe, but Christmas will soon be here. This year, the Ladies Aid is supporting Main Street Living as a special Christmas project. If you would like to donate to this project, the Ladies Aid will match your gift.

    LADIES AID CHRISTMAS PARTY: Start off the Christmas season by joining us on Thursday, December 4th at 7:30 p.m. for the Ladies Aid Christmas Party. We will sing, exchange "white elephant" gifts, and enjoy Christmas treats. All ladies are welcome. Ladies Aid members, please bring your favorite Christmas cookie to share, and a white elephant gift.

    USHERS - NOVEMBER 30th: Keith, Steve, and Dan.



    A Discussion on the 9th & 10th Commandments - You shall not covet."


    Sunday, November 16, 2008


    The Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Learn by Heart for Jr. Confirmation & Weekday School

  • Congregation at Prayer for This Week

  • Sermon for This Week


    • HOLY COMMUNION: is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until He comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers found in the hymnal on page 329.

    CHILDREN S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE: Sunday, November 16th 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (everyone except pre-school and kindergarten) Wednesday, November 19th 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (just main characters) Saturday, November 22nd 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. (everyone except pre-school and kindergarten) Please watch the bulletin for additional practices ? we look forward to seeing you there! Contact Mindee, Staci, or Kristi if you have any questions.

    CHURCH COUNCIL: meets this Wednesday from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

    PARENTS: Email is a quick way to keep you informed of weekly memory work. Please send an email to pastor@stpaulfreeman.com requesting a weekly update for Weekday School and Jr. Confirmation classes. The lessons are also printed on the website: www. stpaulfreeman.com

    5TH & 6TH GRADE LEARN BY HEART FOR THIS WEDNESDAY: Scripture Verse: John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. Catechism Verse: First Article of the Creed ...He defends me against all danger and guards and protects me from all evil.

    7TH & 8TH GRADE LEARN BY HEART FOR THIS WEDNESDAY: Scripture Verse: John 1:1-5 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made. 4 In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. 5 And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it. Catechism Verse: The end of the meaning of the Second Article: ...that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness. Just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity. This is most certainly true.

    USHERS - NOVEMBER 23rd: Scott Peterson, Steve, Taylor, and Collin


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    Sunday, November 9, 2008


    The Twenty-fifth Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Learn by Heart for Jr. Confirmation & Weekday School

  • Congregation at Prayer for This Week


    • HOLY COMMUNION: is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until He comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers found in the hymnal on page 329.

    THANK YOU: to all at St. Pauls for the prayers, kind words of sympathy, and food donations at the time of Harlan's death. - The Family of Harlan.

    ST PAUL LUTHERAN BAZAAR: Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's St. Paul Lutheran Bazaar a success. Thank you for setting up, cleaning up, cooking, serving, and showing hospitality to our community.
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    LEAF RAKING SERVANT EVENT: The High School Youth will finish raking leaves, weather permitting. Thank you to all the Youth who are serving us. Thank you to the adults who have pitched in. Finally, thank you to Bob and Karen for organizing all the details.

    PARENTS: Email is a quick way to keep you informed of weekly memory work. Please send an email to pastor@stpaulfreeman.com requesting a weekly update for Weekday School and Jr. Confirmation classes. The lessons are also printed on the website: www. stpaulfreeman.com

    5TH & 6TH GRADE MEMORY WORK FOR THIS WEDNESDAY: Isaiah 7:14 - Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel. Catechism Verse: ...that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, ...

    7TH & 8TH GRADE MEMORY WORK FOR THIS WEDNESDAY: Quiz #2 this Wednesday. Isaiah 7:14 - Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel. Catechism - I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord, who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death, ...

    USHERS - NOVEMBER 16th: Roger, Mark, Jeremy, and Dan


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    Sunday, November 2, 2008


    All Saints' Day (observed)


    ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Learn by Heart for Jr. Confirmation & Weekday School

  • Congregation at Prayer for This Week


    • VOTERS' ASSEMBLY: St. Paul Lutheran voters, please attend the 3rd Quarter Voters' Assembly after the service today in the Fellowship Hall. Coffee Hour will be served by Corrine, Ella, and Elsie representing the Ladies Aid. The Agenda for today's meeting is available from an usher.

    ST PAUL LUTHERAN BAZAAR: ?? Plan to attend our annual Bazaar on November 6th from 10:30a.m. to 7:00p.m. We will again have a Country Store, Stitchery/Craft Booth and the Lunch Counter. We would like to thank everyone that has volunteered to bring food and work. If you would like to help us in anyway and have not been contacted please call one of the committee members. We would appreciate if you would cool or refrigerate your food before you bring it to the church. We have posted the food list on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall and on the refrigerator in the kitchen if you want to check what you have volunteered to bring. See you on November 6th for a day of good food and fellowship.

    1:00 P.M. TODAY- LEAF RAKING SERVANT EVENT: The High School Youth will be raking leaves in the near future. The list of yards is large and therefore we invite you to join us. Volunteer some time to this servant event by meeting up with our Youth Group at 1:00 in the church parking lot.

    1:00 P.M. - BAZAAR SETUP AND CLEANING: We will be setting up for the Bazaar and cleaning the kitchen on today, November 2nd starting at 1:00p.m. We would appreciate if you would come and help us with this project; the more workers, the less time it should take. We also need some men to help us with the tables and chairs. Thanks.

    GENERAL ELECTION: Remember to vote in Tuesday's General Election.

    PARENTS: Email is a quick way to keep you informed of weekly memory work. Please send an email to pastor@stpaulfreeman.com requesting a weekly update for Weekday School and Jr. Confirmation classes.

    ANNOUNCEMENTS ON THE WEBPAGE: Bulletin announcements are also posted on our congregational website at www.stpaulfreeman.com. Last names are removed for privacy.

    NOVEMBER LADIES AID: Coffee hour committee for November is Corrine, Ella, and Elsie. Alter Guild is Julie. Visiting helpers are Pauline and Marie. Members please note that set up for the Bazaar is Sunday November 2nd at 1:00p.m.

    THE BANQUET COMMITTEE: Volunteers are sought to help organize a congregational service event at The Banquet in Sioux Falls. The time of the event has not been determined but will be late winter or early spring. For more information contact Joan, Julie, or Kara.

    USHERS - NOVEMBER 9th: Kermit, Matt, and Collin


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    Sunday, October 26, 2008


    Reformation Sunday


    ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Reformation Sermon

  • Congregation at Prayer


    • REFROMATION POTLUCK TODAY: at 11:30 a.m. after Sunday School and the Adult Bible Study.

    THRIVENT - HUTCHINSON COUNTY CHAPTER: The Annual Meeting of the Hutchinson County Chapter is scheduled for Sunday, November 2nd, 2008 at the Menno High School Auditorium. Supper will be served at 6:00 p.m. with the meeting, including election of officers, and musical entertainment to follow. Please RSVP to Brian by 10-26-08

    LWML FALL RALLY: The Yankton Zone LWML Fall Rally will be held in Vermillion Saturday, November 1st. The program will be presented by Dianne and Susan from Yankton. They recently went on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic. Registration begins at 9:30a.m. with a noon luncheon. Business meeting with election of officers and a skit on mites follows. Finish time should be between 2:30-3:00p.m. Anyone interested in going, please call Wyona.

    LEAF RAKING SERVANT EVENT: The High School Youth will be raking leaves in the near future. They will rake your leaves, too! Call our Youth Leaders Bob and Karen to have your yard added to their list.

    NOVEMBER 6TH BAZAAR: ?? Plan to attend our annual Bazaar on November 6th from 10:30a.m. to 7:00p.m. We will again have a Country Store, Stitchery/Craft Booth and the Lunch Counter. We would like to thank everyone that has volunteered to bring food and work. If you would like to help us in anyway and have not been contacted please call one of the committee members. We would appreciate if you would cool or refrigerate your food before you bring it to the church. We have posted the food list on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall and on the refrigerator in the kitchen if you want to check what you have volunteered to bring. See you on November 6th for a day of good food and fellowship.

    BAZAAR SETUP AND CLEANING: We will be setting up for the Bazaar and cleaning the kitchen on Sunday, November 2nd starting at 1:00p.m. We would appreciate if you would come and help us with this project; the more workers, the less time it should take. We also need some men to help us with the tables and chairs. Thanks.

    THE BANQUET COMMITTEE: Volunteers are sought to help organize a congregational service event at The Banquet in Sioux Falls. The time of the event has not been determined but will be late winter or early spring. For more information contact Joan, Julie, or Kara.

    NOVEMBER LADIES AID: Coffee hour committee for November is Corrine, Ella, and Elsie. Alter Guild is Julie. Visiting helpers are Pauline and Marie. Members please note that set up for the Bazaar is Sunday November 2nd at 1:00p.m.

    USHERS - NOVEMBER 2: Jason, Jerry, Taylor and Dan.



    Sunday, October 19, 2008


    The Twenty-Second Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    THANK YOU for the beautiful bouquet of fall flowers which I received for teaching Sunday School for 44 years. Your kindness is appreciated. I enjoyed teaching Jesus' little lambs and will miss this ministry. - Darlene

    TODAY IS LWML SUNDAY with COFFEE HOUR: Come and enjoy some international desserts as we remember the LWML and their efforts to spread the gospel both here and abroad.

    TODAY'S LEAF RAKING SERVANT EVENT: The High School Youth will be raking leaves today beginning at 1:00 p.m. They will rake your leaves, too! Call our Youth Leaders Bob and Karen to have your yard added to their list.

    TODAY'S CIRCUIT CONVOCATION Trinity Lutheran Church at Hartford will host a Circuit Convocation today from 2:00-5:30p.m.

    NOVEMBER 6TH BAZAAR: Plan to attend our annual Bazaar on November 6th from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. We will again have a Country Store, Stitchery/Craft Booth and the Lunch Counter. If you would like to help us in anyway and have not been contacted please call one of the committee members, Angie, Mildred, Geraldine, Garnet or Sharon. Thank you.

    THE BANQUET COMMITTEE: Volunteers are sought to help organize a congregational service event at The Banquet in Sioux Falls. The time of the event has not been determined but will be late winter or early spring. For more information contact Joan, Julie, or Kara.

    NOVEMBER ALTAR GUILD: The Ladies Aid is looking for a volunteer to serve on the altar guild for the month of November. If you are interested, please contact Sharon.

    USHERS - OCTOBER 26TH: Scott, Craig, Jeremy.



    Sunday, October 12, 2008


    The Twenty-First Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    The LORD'S SUPPER is celebrated at this congregation in the confession and glad confidence that, as He says, our Lord gives into our mouths not only bread and wine but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sins and the strengthening of our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who trust His words, repent of all sin, and put aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us, that they may show forth His death until he comes. Because those who eat and drink our Lord's body and blood unworthily do so to their great harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of this congregation and The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive this sacrament are asked first to speak with the pastor or an usher. For your self-examination this morning, review the Christian Questions with Their Answers in the hymnal on page 329.

    SNOW REMOVAL BIDS: are requested by the Board of Trustees for the parking lot and sidewalks.

    CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING: is this Wednesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m.

    LWML SUNDAY & COFFEE HOUR: Come and enjoy some international desserts as we remember the LWML and their efforts to spread the gospel both here and abroad.

    LEAF RAKING SERVANT EVENT: The High School Youth will be raking leaves next Sunday afternoon beginning at 1:00 p.m. They will rake your leaves, too! Call our Youth Leaders Bob and Karen to have your yard added to their list.

    CIRCUIT CONVOCATION Trinity Lutheran Church at Hartford will host a Circuit Convocation on October 18th and 19th. See Bulletin Insert for more details.

    BAZAAR PLANING TIME we are taking donations for our November 6th Bazaar; anyone willing to donate food and/or work please talk to one of the following: Angie, Sharon, Geraldine, Mildred, or Garnet. We will need chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, pie, pickles, crackers and coffee. Thanks

    THE BANQUET COMMITTEE: Volunteers are sought to help organize a congregational service event at The Banquet in Sioux Falls. The time of the event has not been determined but will be late winter or early spring. For more information contact Joan, Julie, or Kara.

    USHERS - OCTOBER 19TH: Mark, Eddie, Dan, and Collin.



    Sunday, September 21, 2008


    The Eighteenth Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    TODAY'S LITURGY: begins with the Service of Baptism (LSB pages 268-271) for Kahlen following the Opening Hymn. The liturgy then continues with the Bible Readings (LSB pages 190-202).

    ADULT BIBLE STUDY FROM 11:00 - 11:30: in the sanctuary. All are invited to hear what the children are hearing in Sunday School. This lesson will be led by Pastor Pautz. Today the topic is "The Bronze Serpent" from Numbers 21:4-9.

    MONDAY BIBLE STUDY: meets at 10 a.m. and will look indepth at the readings from this mornings worship service. Also, the Wednesday Womens' Bible Study has decided to join the Monday group instead of meeting Wednesday morning.

    SEPTEMBER FOOD PANTRY DRIVE: All items are accepted but the following personal items are needed at the Bethany Food Pantry: hand soap, toothpaste, laundry detergent, dish soap, shampoo, baby wipes, baby lotion, band-aids, facial tissue, feminine sanitary pads, bathroom tissue, and deodorant (for men & women). Items will be collected in the Fellowship Hall throughout the month of September.

    THE BANQUET COMMITTEE: Volunteers are sought to help organize a congregational service event at The Banquet in Sioux Falls. The time of the event has not been determined but will be late winter or early spring. For more information contact Joan, Julie, or Kara.

    ST PAUL CHOIR PRACTICE: meets each Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Additional voices requested.

    3RD & 4TH GRADE: Wednesday, October 1 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., the 3rd and 4th grade children of the congregation are invited to a special Weekday School. Contact LaNae if you have questions.

    SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER INSTALLATION - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH

    BAZAAR PLANING TIME, we are taking donations for our November 6th Bazaar; anyone willing to donate food and/or work please talk to one of the following: Angie, Sharon, Geraldine, Mildred, or Garnet. We will need chili soup, chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, pie, salads, pickles, crackers and coffee. Thanks

    TEMPORARY VACANCY AT ST PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH - CLAYTON: Pastor Pautz is now serving as temporary vacancy pastor at St. Peter's and Pastor Christopher serves in the same capacity at St. John's in Emery until Pastor Werner returns later this fall or winter. Pastor's responsibilities include: 8:00 a.m. Sunday Worship, 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning Jr. Confirmation, and on call for any emergencies that need pastoral care within their congregation with priority given to the families here at St. Paul Lutheran.

    USHERS - SEPTEMBER 28TH: Al, Dan, Collin, Jeremy.



    Sunday, September 14, 2008


    The Seventeenth Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    TODAY'S LITURGY: begins with the Service of Baptism (LSB pages 268-271) for Alaric following the Opening Hymn. The liturgy then continues with the Bible Readings (LSB pages 190-202). Alaric is the son of Chad & Joni. The sponsors are Chris & Kim and Josh.

    SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING: this Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. to continue SWOT discussion.

    SUNDAY SCHOOL - FALL QUARTER: begins today. Sunday School teacher installation will be Sunday, October 5th during the morning service.

    ADULT BIBLE STUDY FROM 11:00 - 11:30: begins today. The topic is the same as the Sunday School so parents and grandparents, aunts and uncles, come and hear the lesson of the day taught by Pastor Pautz. You will have time to get a cup of coffee to bring into the sancutary where we will meet from 11:00 to 11:30a.m. this morning.

    THANK YOU to Pastor Sattgast for coming last week to preach and update us about the work of the South Dakota District. Copies of the District's Income and Expenses are located in the library.

    NEW BANNER FROM SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL CHILDREN: The banner hanging from the balcony was designed and made by the children in Summer Sunday School. The children designed, traced, cut, and glued each piece. They even thought of the Bible verse! Great job and thank you!

    MATCHING FUNDS PORK LOIN BENEFIT FOR PASTOR JOHN WERNER: is today from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the St. Martin's Parish Hall, Emery, SD to help with medical expenses. Checks payable to: Werner Benefit, %Carl Harberts, 531 N Third Street, Emery, SD, 57332.

    A SPECIAL "THANK YOU" to the members of the congregation who attended the Retirement Open House a couple of weeks ago and to those who could not attend but sent cards. We would also like to thank you for your expressions of sympathy at the passing of my mother. The love and concern you shared with us on both these occasions will always be remembered. God's richest blessings to all of you. - Pastor and Maxine

    SEPTEMBER FOOD PANTRY DRIVE: All items are accepted but the following personal items are needed at the Bethany Food Pantry: hand soap, toothpaste, laundry detergent, dish soap, shampoo, baby wipes, baby lotion, band-aids, facial tissue, feminine sanitary pads, bathroom tissue, and deodorant (for men & women). Items will be collected in the Fellowship Hall throughout the month of September.

    ST PAUL CHOIR PRACTICE: meets each Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Jane is the Accompanist. Additional voices requested. CORRECTION: Mindy, due to a much fuller teaching schedule than expected, will not be the St. Paul Choir Director. However, she will continue to serve as organist once or twice per month.

    BAZAAR PLANING TIME, we are taking donations for our November 6th Bazaar; anyone willing to donate food and/or work please talk to one of the following: Angie, Sharon, Geraldine, Mildred, or Garnet. We will need chili soup, chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, chicken sandwich meat, tavern, pie, salads, cake, pickles, crackers and coffee. Thanks

    USHERS - SEPTEMBER 21st: Don, Myron, Kory, and Taylor.



    Sunday, August 3, 2008


    The Eleventh Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    TENTATIVE VOTERS' ASSEMBLY MINUTES: are available from the ushers the after service.

    OFFERING PLATE: What is God's opinion regarding our financial offerings to the congregation? It is written in 2 Corinthians 9:7, "Each of you should give whatever you have decided. You shouldn't be sorry that you gave or feel forced to give, since God loves a cheerful giver." Our congregation currently needs your support. If you give nothing to the current expenses of the church, please consider giving now. If you already give, please consider a small increase at this time.

    LADIES AID: Please note that the Ladies Aid will not meet during the month of August. However, Visiting Helper for the month is Alice Fliginger. Altar Guild is Joan Dreessen. Coffee Hour Committee for August 3rd is Gerry Saner, Darlene Schrag, and Mildred Siekman.

    CHURCH EMAIL: Our email is no longer stpaul@gwtc.net (cost about $20 per month to maintain dial-up service) but pastor@stpaulfreeman.com (cost about $30 per year to keep this domain name). Please make this email address change in your email list.

    PASTOR FARDEN RETIREMENT: Dawn, Laura, and Marlena invite the members of the congregation to a Retirement Open House Celebration in honor of their dad's retirement. The Open House will be held on Sunday, August 17 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. here in the church fellowship hall. The family requests no gifts. If you are unable to attend, cards and personal messages may be given to Julie Huber or sent to: Rev. John Farden, 23 South High Street, Aberdeen, S.D. 57401.

    USHERS FOR SUNDAY August 10th: Bryan, Walter, Kory, and Taylor



    Sunday, July 27, 2008


    The Tenth Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    QUARTERLY VOTERS' ASSEMBLY: is today, Sunday, July 27th after service in the Fellowship Hall. Coffee Hour is provided. The Agenda is available from an usher.

    LADIES AID: Please note that the Ladies Aid will not meet during the month of August. However, Visiting Helper for the month is Alice Fliginger. Altar Guild is Joan Dreessen. Coffee Hour Committee for August 3rd is Gerry Saner, Darlene Schrag, and Mildred Siekman.

    CHURCH EMAIL: Our email is no longer stpaul@gwtc.net (cost about $20 per month to maintain dial-up service) but pastor@stpaulfreeman.com (cost about $30 per year to keep this domain name). Please make this email address change in your email list.

    PASTOR FARDEN RETIREMENT: Dawn, Laura, and Marlena invite the members of the congregation to a Retirement Open House Celebration in honor of their dad's retirement. The Open House will be held on Sunday, August 17 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. here in the church fellowship hall. The family requests no gifts. If you are unable to attend, cards and personal messages may be given to Julie Huber or sent to: Rev. John Farden, 23 South High Street, Aberdeen, S.D. 57401.

    YOUTH CAMPING TRIP CANCELED: for the weekend of August 3rd due to the small number of youth able to attend. We will have our regular meeting next Sunday after service.

    USHERS FOR SUNDAY August 3rd: Dean, Preston, Collin, and Dan



    Sunday, July 20, 2008


    The Ninth Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    HOLY COMMUNION: Because partaking of Holy Communion in a church-body is a profession that you agree with the doctrines of that particular church-body, visitors and guests who are not currently members of another congregation of The Lutheran Church ? Missouri Synod are kindly asked to please make an appointment to visit with the pastor before taking communion here. For more information you may consult the tract What about...The Sacrament of the Altar in the lobby, Christian Questions with Their Answers on pages 329-330 of LSB Hymnal, as well as the following passages from Holy Scripture - Matthew 5:23f.; 10:32f.; 18:15-35; 26:26-29; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.

    CHURCH COUNCIL SWOT MEETING: This Wednesday from 7:30 p.m. to no later than 9:00 p.m. the Church Council will review the results of the SWOT Survey. SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats that we feel we have as a congregation.

    QUARTERLY VOTERS ASSEMBLY: is Sunday, July 27th after service in the Fellowship Hall. Coffee Hour will be provided. The Agenda is available from an usher as you leave the sanctuary this morning.

    ST. PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCH, CLAYTON: Pastor Pautz is officiating services at St. Peter's this Sunday morning at 8:00 a.m. and also next Sunday while Pastor Werner recovers from hip surgery.

    USHERS FOR SUNDAY July 27th: Paul, Gary, Jeremy, and Scott



    Sunday, July 13, 2008


    The Eighth Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS



    Sunday, July 6, 2008


    The Seventh Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL: begins today after the service upstairs in the large classroom.

    LADIES AID MEMBERS: please remember we will not have a meeting in July. July visiting helper is Corrine and serving on Altar Guild will be Norma.

    T.V. PROGRAM: On Sunday morning, on KDLT (NBC) at 10:00 a.m. Kid?s Crossing is a program for children. A segment features Grandma B (AKA Belva) telling a story to children. ?On Mainstreet? follows at 10:30. This is led by a pastor from our district. This is one of the programs supported by a grant from the District LWML. It is also supported by St. Paul Lutheran Church.

    USHERS FOR NEXT SUNDAY JULY 13: Allen, Keith, Dan, Jeremy

    LWML will meet this Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. Gerry will have the topic,lunch will be served by Angie.



    Sunday, June 29, 2008


    The Sixth Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    YOUTH GROUP CAR WASH AND/OR BBQ: is today from 11 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Hamburgers and brats will be served. Money raised will be used fro youth activities and conferences.

    SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL: begins today after the service upstairs in the large classroom.

    PASTOR PAUTZ: is taking several youth to the Higher Things ?AMEN? Conference in St. Louis. The group leaves tomorrow morning June 29th and will return Saturday, July 5th.

    LADIES AID MEMBERS: please remember we will not have a meeting in July. July visiting helper is Corrine and serving on Altar Guild will be Norma.

    T.V. PROGRAM: On Sunday morning, on KDLT (NBC) at 10:00 a.m. Kid?s Crossing is a program for children. A segment features Grandma B (AKA Belva) telling a story to children. ?On Mainstreet? follows at 10:30. This is led by a pastor from our district. This is one of the programs supported by a grant from the District LWML. It is also supported by St. Paul Lutheran Church.

    USHERS FOR SUNDAY July 6th: John, Bob, Collin, Taylor



    Sunday, June 8, 2008


    The Third Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Today's Sermon


  • Congregation at Prayer


    • ATTTENDANCE LAST SUNDAY 128

    SATURDAY SERVICES: at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, June 14th and also Saturday, June 21st.

    VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IS HERE! You may stay for a cup of coffee following service while the kitchen is prepared for the Congregational Potluck which begins at 12:00 noon.

    USHERS FOR SATURDAY: Wayne, Chad, Kory, and Collin



    Sunday, May 25, 2008


    The First Sunday after Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    SERVICE ATTENDANCE: Divine Service Last Sunday 110.

    USHERS FOR NEXT SUNDAY JUNE 1: Marvin, Craig, Taylor, and Scott.

    THANK YOU TO ALL VETRANS: for your service to this country, state, and town. The Lord gave ?the sword? to the Kingdom of the Left (the state) to fight evil and maintain the peace (Romans 13). The Lord gave ?His Life? to the Kingdom of the Right (the church) to forgive our sin and share in His holiness (John 3:16). Let us distinguish between the two kingdoms of God and let us be proud to serve in both of His Kingdoms.

    LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS: Annual updates for your free subscription to the Lutheran Witness are being made. If you would like to subscribe, unsubscribe, or change your mailing address, please leave a phone message at the church office 925-7219 or talk to Diane or Pastor Pautz.

    VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IS JUNE 8-13: Sunday, June 8th we will kick off with a Congregational Potluck (meat dishes to be provided by the VBS Committee) followed by VBS that afternoon and in the evenings on Monday through Friday. Please show your support for the children by attending the Potluck Kickoff on Sunday, June 8th.

    VBS HELP: Some help is still needed to support summer VBS. Please see the Bulletin Board in the Fellowship Hall or contact Kristi to volunteer.

    LADIES AID: Ladies Aid will meet Thursday, June 5th at 7:30 p.m. Diane is hostess.

    MAINSTREET LIVING: The program is available on KDLT-NBC Sioux Falls, at 10 AM. Main Street Living is proud to announce a new opening segment, Kid?s Crossing. This is a children program with a wide audience appeal. This program will air at 10 AM and will be followed by the Main Street Living worship service.



    Sunday, May 18, 2008


    The Feast of Holy Trinity


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    HOLY COMMUNION: Because partaking of Holy Communion in a church-body is a profession that you agree with the doctrines of that particular church-body, visitors and guests who are not currently members of another congregation of The Lutheran Church ? Missouri Synod are kindly asked to please make an appointment to visit with the pastor before taking communion here. For more information you may consult the tract What about...The Sacrament of the Altar in the lobby, Christian Questions with Their Answers on pages 329-330 of LSB Hymnal, as well as the following passages from Holy Scripture - Matthew 5:23f.; 10:32f.; 18:15-35; 26:26-29; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.

    LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS: Annual updates for your free subscription to the Lutheran Witness are being made. If you would like to subscribe, unsubscribe, or change your mailing address, please leave a phone message at the church office 925-7219 or talk to Diane or Pastor.

    TODAY?S CREED: We will speak the Athanasian Creed responsively from the bulletin insert. The three Ecumenical Creeds are the Apostles? Creed (often called the Baptism Creed), Nicene Creed (with an expanded section about Jesus Christ and therefore often used with Holy Communion, and the Athanasian Creed (which is the longest explanation of the Triune God ? Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and therefore often used on Trinity Sunday).

    PASTOR IS OUT OF TOWN THIS TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY: If needed, contact me directly at 1-605-240-0385.

    SERVICE ATTENDANCE: Divine Service Last Sunday 161.

    USHERS FOR NEXT SUNDAY MAY 25th: Arden, Stuart, Dan, Collin.

    THE MELCHER SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT is Scott. Congratulations Scott!

    CONGRATULATIONS TO GRADUATING SENIORS: Scott and Wes.

    TODAY IS THE LAST DAY OF SUNDAY SCHOOL: Thank you to parents, children, teachers and Board of Education for supporting the Sunday School and Weekday School.

    LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS: Annual updates for your free subscription to the Lutheran Witness are being made. If you would like to subscribe, unsubscribe, or change your mailing address, please leave a phone message at the church office 925-7219 or talk to Diane or Pastor Pautz.

    VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IS JUNE 8-13: Sunday, June 8th we will kick off with a Congregational Potluck (meat dishes to be provided by the VBS Committee) followed by VBS that afternoon and in the evenings on Monday through Friday. Please show your support for the children by attending the Potluck Kickoff on Sunday, June 8th.

    MAINSTREET LIVING: The program is available on KDLT-NBC Sioux Falls, at 10 AM. Main Street Living is proud to announce a new opening segment, Kid?s Crossing. This is a children?s program with a wide audience appeal. This program will air at 10 AM and will be followed by the Main Street Living worship service.



    Sunday, May 11, 2008


    The Feast of Pentecost


    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    HOLY COMMUNION: Because partaking of Holy Communion in a church-body is a profession that you agree with the doctrines of that particular church-body, visitors and guests who are not currently members of another congregation of The Lutheran Church ? Missouri Synod are kindly asked to please make an appointment to visit with the pastor before taking communion here. For more information you may consult the tract What about...The Sacrament of the Altar in the lobby, Christian Questions with Their Answers on pages 329-330 of LSB Hymnal, as well as the following passages from Holy Scripture - Matthew 5:23f.; 10:32f.; 18:15-35; 26:26-29; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.

    LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS: Annual updates for your free subscription to the Lutheran Witness are being made. If you would like to subscribe, unsubscribe, or change your mailing address, please leave a phone message at the church office 925-7219 or talk to Diane or Pastor.

    SERVICE ATTENDANCE: Ascension Service 28, Divine Service Last Sunday 172.

    USHERS FOR NEXT SUNDAY MAY 18h: Jordan, Dennis, Scott & Jeremy.

    CONGRATUALATION TO GRADUATING SENIORS: Scott and Wes.

    LAST DAY OF SUNDAY SCHOOL IS NEXT WEEK: Next Sunday, May 18th is the last day of Sunday School for this year. Summer Sunday School starts June 29th.

    LAST DAY OF WEEKDAY SCHOOL: is this Wednesday, May 14th from 3:30 ? 4:30.

    LAST DAY OF JR. CONFIRMATION CLASS: was last Wednesday. Pastor Pautz and the class agreed last week to not meet this week. Thank you to the young men and women of this class and their parents for making this a successful year!

    VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IS JUNE 8-13: Sunday, June 8th we will kick off with a Congregational Potluck (meat dishes to be provided by the VBS Committee) followed by VBS that afternoon and in the evenings on Monday through Friday. Please show your support for the children by attending the Potluck Kickoff on Sunday, June 8th.

    MAINSTREET LIVING: The program is available on KDLT-NBC Sioux Falls, at 10 AM. Main Street Living is proud to announce a new opening segment, Kid?s Crossing. This is a children?s program with a wide audience appeal. This program will air at 10 AM and will be followed by the Main Street Living worship service.