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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
246 Benjamin Street Romeo, Michigan 48065
Palm Sunday April 5, 2009
Church Office…………….....586-752-4588
Hotline...............................586-752-1067
Pastor Mark Evans………586-752-2498
Email:
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Website www.stjohnromeo.org
Congregational Greeting & Theme of the Day:
“Into Jerusalem”
THE WORD OF GOD: First Lesson: Isaiah 50:4-9a
4The Sovereign LORD has given me an instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being taught. 5The Sovereign LORD has opened my ears, and I have not been rebellious; I have not drawn back. 6I offered my back to those who beat me, my cheeks to those who pulled out my beard; I did not hide my face from mocking and spitting. 7Because the Sovereign LORD helps me, I will not be disgraced. Therefore have I set my face like flint, and I know I will not be put to shame. 8He who vindicates me is near. Who then will bring charges against me? Let us face each other! Who is my accuser? Let him confront me! 9It is the Sovereign LORD who helps me.
Psalm 31:9-16
9 Be merciful to me, O LORD, for I am in distress; my eyes grow weak with sorrow, my soul
and my body with grief.
10 My life is consumed by anguish and my years by groaning; my strength fails
because of my affliction, and my bones grow weak.
11 Because of all my enemies, I am the utter contempt of my neighbors; I am a dread to my
friends-- those who see me on the street flee from me.
12 I am forgotten by them as though I were dead; I have become like broken pottery.
13 For I hear the slander of many; there is terror on every side; they conspire against me
and plot to take my life.
14 But I trust in you, O LORD; I say, "You are my God."
15 My times are in your hands; deliver me from my enemies and from those who pursue
me.
16 Let your face shine on your servant; save me in your unfailing love.
Second Lesson: Philippians 2:5-11
5Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus: 6Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, 7but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death-- even death on a cross! 9Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 10that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
The Holy Gospel according to St. Mark, beginning in the 11th Chapter.
Gospel Lesson: Mark 11:1-11
1As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, 2saying to them, "Go to the village ahead of you, and just as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, which no one has ever ridden. Untie it and bring it here. 3If anyone asks you, 'Why are you doing this?' tell him, 'The Lord needs it and will send it back here shortly.'" 4They went and found a colt outside in the street, tied at a doorway. As they untied it, 5some people standing there asked, "What are you doing, untying that colt?" 6They answered as Jesus had told them to, and the people let them go. 7When they brought the colt to Jesus and threw their cloaks over it, he sat on it. 8Many people spread their cloaks on the road, while others spread branches they had cut in the fields. 9Those who went ahead and those who followed shouted, "Hosanna!" "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!" 10"Blessed is the coming kingdom of our father David!" "Hosanna in the highest!" 11Jesus entered Jerusalem and went to the temple. He looked around at everything, but since it was already late, he went out to Bethany with the Twelve.
THE WEEKLY BULLETIN APRIL 4/5, 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
Easter, April 12, 2009:
Assisting Minister:
Rod Rohloff
Acolyte:
1) Volunteer Please
2) Kristin/Jennifer Stofflet
Greeters:
1) Vi Ladner
2) Volunteer Please
Reader:
1) Vi Ladner
2) Volunteer Please
Nursery:
1) Volunteer Please
2) Volunteer Please
Ushers:
1) Leon Petzold, Dewane Petzold, Roger Petzold, Tim Cremeans, Gary Frappier
2) Volunteers Please
Counters:
Herb & Karen Schroeder (Mon.)
No Coffee Hour
Come to Easter Breakfast!!!
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Weekly Attendance:
Saturday, 3/28................................54
Sunday, 3/29
8:30................................54
10:30............................ 85
Total = 193
Sunday School..............42
Lenten Service 4/1.......50
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REMINDER
THERE WILL NO SUNDAY SCHOOL APRIL 12TH.
HAVE A BLESSED EASTER!
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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.
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BLUM SCHOLARSHIPS
This year the application period began March 1st and the final date for application is April 30th. 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.
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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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!
Easter Again
Everyone around you is celebrating this joyful season. But in your life, it is still Lent. Will you ever overcome these feelings of pain and sorrow? A Stephen Minister would like to be there for you, to listen and to care as you sort through your feelings.
Jan Gallagher
586-752-5329
Bob or Jan Gallardo
586-781-5803
Jan Alling 586-752-7016
Jerry Foor 586-752-9227
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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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If you have an extra vehicle you have been considering donating, please call Charity Motors Car Donation Program and tell them you want to donate your vehicle and designate the proceeds to St. John Lutheran Church. You will receive a tax donation while helping our church!
Call 313-933-4000.
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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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 at
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MARCH – APRIL WELCA PROJECT –
SEWING KITS -
3 Yards Cotton Material * Needles *
Any Color Thread *
Card of Buttons
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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More things you can save!
1. Box Tops for Education
2. Campbell’s Soup Labels
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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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THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN, APRIL 4 – APRIL 12, 2009
Saturday -Worship w/communion, 5pm
Sunday -Palm Sunday Worship, 8:30 & 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
-Youth Group, 7 pm
Monday -Coffee Café, 8-11am
-Can-Do Ringers, 6:30pm
-Pack 259 Comm. Mtg. 7:30-9:30
Tuesday -Youth Choir, 6:30pm
-Weight Watchers, 7pm
-Symphonia Chorale, 7pm
Wednesday -Tai Chi, 10:30am
-Praise Ringers, 6pm
-Confirmation, 6:30pm
-Praise Singers, 7:30pm
Thursday -Maundy Thursday Worship, 7pm
-AA/Alanon, 8pm
Friday -Coffee Café, 8-11am
-Good Friday Worship, 1pm and 7pm
Saturday -Holy Saturday Worship w/communion, 5pm
Sunday -EASTER SUNDAY
-Worship w/communion, 8:30 & 10:30am
-No Sunday School
-No Youth Group
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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 CONGREGATION ABOUT .50 CENTS MONTHLY.
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Men of the Church:
Please join us for an evening of fellowship. Future meeting dates are April 28, May 26, and June 23, at 6:30pm in the Gathering Area.
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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 & February we recycled over 5 tons and received $32.93. Landfill space saved – 11.73 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 February
$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 anytime during our hours of operation: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 am until 6 pm and Fridays from 10 am until 4 pm. If you have any questions, we can be reached either by email (
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) or phone at 586-336-9956. We are located on the east side of Van Dyke between 28 Mile and 29 Mile Roads.
62324 Van Dyke in Washington, MI.
E-Care # 37
We have a 13 year old male in need of pants size 32 x 32; also a 15 year old male in need of pants size 34x 32;
a 5 year old female in need of pants and shirts size 7/8 and a 33 year old female in need of pants size 16W.
E-Care # 38
We have a 1 year old male in need of summer clothes size 18 month to 24 months.
E-Care # 39
We have a 51 year old female in need of jeans, pants, blouses, tops and church clothes size 16.
E-Care # 40
We have a 5 year old male in need of pants and jeans size 6.
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