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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
246 Benjamin Street Romeo, Michigan 48065
Fifth Sunday in Lent March 29, 2009
Church Office…………….....752-4588
Hotline...............................752-1067
Pastor Mark Evans………. 586-752-2498
Email:
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Website www.stjohnromeo.org
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Congregational Greeting & Theme of the Day:
“Deep in Our Hearts”
PRAYER OF THE DAY: We seek you with our whole hearts O God. Draw us into the embrace of your loving and merciful promise, and teach us to live in your ways. Then make us bold to reach out and draw others into the joy of living in communion with you. Amen.
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PRAISE HYMN: Lord I Lift Your Name on High
Lord I lift Your name on high. Lord, I love to sing Your praises.
I’m so glad You’re in my life. I’m so glad You came to save us.
You came from heaven to earth to show the way,
From the earth to the cross, my debt to pay.
From the cross to the grave, from the grave to the sky,
Lord, I lift Your name on high.
THE WORD OF GOD: First Lesson:
Jeremiah 31:31-34
31"The time is coming," declares the LORD, "when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah. 32It will not be like the covenant I made with their forefathers when I took them by the hand to lead them out of Egypt, because they broke my covenant, though I was a husband to them, “declares the LORD. 33"This is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after that time," declares the LORD. "I will put my law in their minds and write it on their hearts. I will be their God, and they will be my people. 34No longer will a man teach his neighbor, or a man his brother, saying, 'Know the LORD,' because they will all know me, from the least of them to the greatest," declares the LORD. "For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more."
Psalm 119:9-16
9 How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word.
10 I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands.
11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.
12 Praise be to you, O LORD; teach me your decrees.
13 With my lips I recount all the laws that come from your mouth.
14 I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches.
15 I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways.
16 I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word.
Second Lesson:
Hebrews 5:5-10
5 So Christ also did not take upon himself the glory of becoming a high priest. But God said to him, "You are my Son; today I have become your Father." 6And he says in another place, "You are a priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek." 7During the days of Jesus' life on earth, he offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the one who could save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission. 8Although he was a son, he learned obedience from what he suffered 9and, once made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him 10and was designated by God to be high priest in the order of Melchizedek.
The Holy Gospel according to St. John, beginning in the 12th Chapter.
Gospel Lesson: John 12:20-33
20Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the Feast. 21They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. "Sir," they said, "we would like to see Jesus." 22Philip went to tell Andrew; Andrew and Philip in turn told Jesus.
23Jesus replied, "The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. 24I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. 25The man who loves his life will lose it, while the man who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. 26Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me.
27"Now my heart is troubled, and what shall I say? 'Father, save me from this hour'? No, it was for this very reason I came to this hour. 28Father, glorify your name!" Then a voice came from heaven, "I have glorified it, and will glorify it again." 29The crowd that was there and heard it said it had thundered; others said an angel had spoken to him. 30Jesus said, "This voice was for your benefit, not mine. 31Now is the time for judgment on this world; now the prince of this world will be driven out. 32But I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to myself." 33He said this to show the kind of death he was going to die.
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“Healer”
You are my healer; You are my Shelter from myself.
You’re my deliverer. You love me back to life each time I fail.
You’re my desire. You’re all that fills my hungry need.
You draw me higher. You know my heart and yet you still love me.
CLOSING HYMN: “A Mighty Fortress” LBW No 229
VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR MARCH 29, 2009
Assisting Minister: Dave Hudson
Acolyte: 1) Volunteer Please
2) Kristen & Jennifer Stofflet
Greeter: 1) Judith Park
2) Brigitte Maday
Reader: 1) Leslie Hauptli
2) Karen Joyce
Nursery: 1) Volunteer Please
2) Lisa Price
Ushers: 1) Pat Hahn, Rick Eggleston, Volunteers Please
2) Jan Gallagher, Erin Rodger, Mark Gallagher, Volunteer Please
Counters: 1) Pat Hahn, Deb Thompson
2) Steve Springstubbe, Marie Germundson
Coffee Hour: Jan Gallagher, Erin Rodger
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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN MARCH 28/29, 2009
GUESTS & VISITORS:
The members of St. John Lutheran Church and their Pastor extend to you a most cordial welcome and wish you a blessed worship hour with us. A staffed nursery is available for children 4 and under in the back of the church on Sundays.
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Volunteer Ministers for
April 5, 2009:
Assisting Minister:
Marlene Stieve
Acolyte:
1) Volunteer Please
2) Hunter Long
Greeters:
1) Tom Jurek Family
2) Hal Lanstra
Reader:
1) Hank Frech
2) Jill Keller
Nursery:
1) Volunteer Please
2) Hilary Beyerlein
Ushers:
1) Leon Petzold, Dewane Petzold, Roger Petzold, Tim Cremeans, Gary Frappier,
2) Jim & Josh Long, Steve Springstubbe, Volunteers Please
Counters:
Steve Springstubbe, Marie Germundson
Coffee Hour
Rita Frech
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Weekly Attendance:
Saturday, 3/21................................54
Sunday, 3/22
8:30................................61
10:30............................185
Sunday School..............20
Lenten Service 3/25................................65
A special thank you to everyone who donated items to spruce up our kitchen! We had an overwhelming response and our kitchen is now set with much needed new items! Also, thank you to everyone who attended the bridal shower, it was a joyous occasion!
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What fun we’ve had and how well we’ve eaten!
If you haven’t made if over yet it’s time to come and share a meal of homemade soups, breads and dessert. Wednesdays, from 5-7pm in the Fellowship Hall. Sign-up sheets are in the Gathering Area if you’d like to bring something, but you don’t have to bring anything to attend! Just show up and enjoy yourself.
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UPCOMING SERMON SERIES
This spring Pastor will give a series of sermons entitled “Faith and Finances”. This series is the result of a suggestion from one of our members. So do you have any suggestions for Pastor Mark? Are there any subjects you would like to see turned into a Sermon Series? Do you have any questions or concerns that you would like to see PM develop into a Sermon Series for this fall? If you do then tell Pastor or call the church office.
BLUM SCHOLARSHIPS
This year the application period will begin March 1, 2009 and the final date for application is April 30, 2009. As in past years, the following individuals are eligible for consideration: recent high school graduates, students currently attending college, and people who may be enrolled in career-enhancing studies or vocational enrichment programs.
Applications and instructions for scholarships and grants are available through the church office or in the Gathering Area. Again, all completed paperwork must be submitted to the church office no later than April 30, 2009.
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Danger Vs. Opportunity
Did you know that the average crisis lasts for about six weeks? By the end of a month and a half, people usually come to some solution. Sometimes the solutions are good, but sometimes they just cause more painful problems. Stephen Ministry can help people find positive resolutions to crises.
For someone who will listen and help you, a Stephen Minister is waiting:
Jan Gallagher 586-752-5329
Jan Gallardo 586-781-5803
Jan Alling 586-752-7016
Jerry Foor 586-752-9227
APRIL PANTRY NEEDS
FOR SAMARITAN HOUSE
Crackers * Coffee * Pancake Mix * Syrup * Tea * Pork & Beans * Rice * Beef Stew * Salmon * Chili * Tuna Fish * Tomato Soup * Shampoo * Vegetable Soup * Flour * Sugar * Cooking Oil * Baby Food #3’s * Feminine Pads * Tampons
NOTE: We need low-sodium and sugar-free foods in our pantry for clients with health problems.
We appreciate any non-perishable food items and toiletries that you can donate. Drop off your food donations during our normal business hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 10-6 and Friday 10 – 4. We are located at: 62324 Van Dyke, Washington, MI 48094,
(586) 336-9956
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Please save your pop can tabs and turn them in at the church. This fundraiser is for the purchase of kidney machines. About 92 lbs. have been collected since February 2007!
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KITCHEN CLEANUP UNDERWAY!
SOME VERY SPECIAL VOLUNTEERS WORKED HARD TO REARRANGE AND DEEP CLEAN THE KITCHEN. SO PLEASE WHEN USING ITEMS, RETURN THEM TO THE PLACES WHERE YOU FOUND THEM.
Many thanks to Shirley Wilburn, May Morrison and Ashlee Aude for their hard work and time on this project.
More things you can save!
1. Box Tops for Education
2. Campbell’s Soup Labels
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Help the youth and the environment at the same time!
Please put empty returnable bottles and cans in the trash cans by the coat racks. All the proceeds go to the high school youth group - and you’re saving the environment too!
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The youth room has been transformed! Check it out and see what our high school students did. We’re still looking for a few things to make the room a fun place to hang out! If you’re cleaning out your attic or the basement and have any gently used items, such as beanbags, oversized pillows, games, a pool table, etc., please call or email Ashlee Aude.
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MOTHER / DAUGHTER BANQUET
The Men's Club is sponsoring a Mother Daughter Banquet on Sunday, April 26 at 3 PM. All girls, teenagers, and women are invited to attend. There will be a delicious meal served by the men folk and an entertaining program to follow. Tickets are $7 each and only $1 for children 12 and under. Leon Petzold, Don Schwartz, or other Men's Club members will be selling tickets between and after church services each Sunday through April 19. We hope you will be able to attend this fun spring get-together!
Come on by and join us for free hot coffee, treats and free Wi-Fi, on Mondays and Fridays, from 8 to 11am in the Gathering Area.
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MARCH – APRIL WELCA PROJECT –
SEWING KITS -
3 Yards Cotton Material * Needles *
Any Color Thread *
Card of Buttons
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WELCA
BLUE WATER CLUSTER
SPRING FESTIVAL
Theme:
“Called To Serve” LSSM
On Saturday April 25th, 2009 from 9am to 2pm. At St. Paul Lutheran Church in Imlay City – M53 and 4th St.
Cost is $10 and is due by 4/15/09
For more information
please call Kay Pauly at 810-724-1993
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For All Members, and those Interested in Membership
Join Pastor Mark on May 16th for a new take on our New Member Class. This will be an opportunity to connect with your faith and with fellow church members both new and old. Members of Church Council will be present to describe their work and to listen to your concerns. We will start at 8:30 in the morning and go till two in the afternoon. Call the church office to sign up.
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THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN, MARCH 28 – APRIL 5, 2009
Saturday -Worship, 5pm
Sunday -Worship, 8:30 & 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
-Youth Group, 7 pm
Monday -Coffee Café, 8-11am
-Can-Do Ringers, 6:30pm
Tuesday -Weight Watchers, 6pm
-Youth Choir, 6:30pm
-Symphonia Chorale, 7pm
Wednesday -Love Day 2, 9am – 12pm
-Tai Chi, 10:30am
-WELCA, 12:30pm
-Soup Supper, 5:00pm
-Praise Ringers, 6pm
-Confirmation, 6:30pm
-Worship, 7pm
-Praise Singers, 7:30pm
Thursday -Open Basketball, 6:30pm
-Parish Ed, 7pm
-Bible Study, 7pm
-AA/Alanon, 8pm
Friday -Coffee Café, 8-11am
Saturday -Worship with Communion, 5pm
Sunday -PALM SUNDAY
-Worship, 8:30 & 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
-Youth Group, 7 pm
SNAIL MAIL OR EMAIL?
AS ANOTHER WAY TO SAVE DOLLARS WE ARE NOW OFFERING TO SEND THE MONTHLY EAGLE BY EMAIL RATHER THAN REGULAR MAIL. SHOULD YOU DECIDE TO OPT FOR THE EMAIL SERVICE PLEASE SIGN UP IN THE GATHERING AREA OVER THE NEXT THREE WEEKS OR CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE AT 586-752-4588. EACH EAGLE NOT MAILED WILL SAVE THE CONGREATION ABOUT .50 CENTS MONTHLY.
All temporarily cut due to lack of space – will be returning
Men of the Church:
Please join us for an evening of fellowship. Future meeting dates are March 24, April 28, May 26, June 23, at 6:30pm.
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JUST A LITTLE BIT MORE
There are about 200 giving units in our church and if each unit gave an extra $10 each month at the end of the year we would have an additional $24,000. Please consider a slight increase in your commitment to the ministry here at St. John and help solve our financial problem.
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NEWSPAPER AND MAGAZINE
RECYCLING
Thank you for the tremendous response with this! In January we recycled 3.76 tons and received $32.93. Landfill space saved – 18.13 cubic yards. The total collected since the program began in 2005 is $3,326.70
Thank you!
You can recycle:
+Magazines
+Mail
+Shopping Catalogs
+Newspaper
+Office & School Papers
You can recycle anything listed here from your business as well. The Bin is located in the back lot next to the garage.
PLEASE, NO CARDBOARD or PHONE BOOKS
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Meijer Community Rewards for January
$18.08
YTD for 2009: $41.85
Thank you, Shoppers
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E-Care Needs from Samaritan House
If you are able to meet any of these needs, please feel free to drop them off any time during our hours of operation, which are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 am until 6 pm and Fridays from 10 am until 4 pm. We are located in the Washington Plaza at 27 Mile & Van Dyke in Washington Township. If you have any questions we can be reached either by email (
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) or by phone at 586-677-7590.
E-Care # 28
We have a 10 year old male in need of shoes and boots size 5 1/2 and pants size 10 boys; also an 8 year old male in need of shoes and boots size 12 Childs, and pants size 8.
E-Care # 29
We have a 9 year old female in need of pants size 14, shirts size kids’ medium, socks and underwear size medium; also a 26 year old female in need of jeans size 8 and sweats size medium.
E-Care # 30
We have a 39 year old male in need of winter boots size 10.
E-Care # 31
We have a 7 year old male in need of socks and boxers size 7; also a 4 year old female in need of socks and tops size 4.
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