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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
246 Benjamin Street Romeo, Michigan 48065
Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany January 31, 2010
Church Office…………….....752-4588 Hotline...............................752-1067
Pastor Mark Evans………. 752-2498
Email:
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Website www.stjohnromeo.org
8:30 A.M.
WE GATHER TO WORSHIP P=Presiding, A=Assisting, C=Congregation
Prelude......................................................................................................... Karen Palmer
PRAISE SINGERS.............................”Great is the Lord”...................by Michael W. Smith
Congregational Greeting & Theme of the Day:
”Necessary Losses”
ENTRANCE HYMN: (stand, if you are able)
“O God, Our Help in Ages Past” LBW No. 320
GREETING:
P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God,
and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
C: And also with you.
KYRIE: WOV Page 28
P: Kyrie eleison;
C: Lord, have mercy.
P: Christe eleison:
C: Christ, have mercy.
P: Kyrie eleison:
C: Lord, have mercy.
HYMN OF PRAISE: WOV Page 29
Glory to God, glory to God, glory to God in the highest;
Glory to God, glory to God, and peace to God’s people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly king, almighty God and Father,
We worship You, we give You thanks, we praise You for Your glory.
Glory to God, glory to God, glory to God in the highest;
Glory to God, glory to God, and peace to God’s people on earth.
PRAYER OF THE DAY:………………………………………………………… WOV Page 30
P: The Lord be with you.
C: And also with you.
P: Let us pray…
C: Lord, give us the courage to believe what Jesus taught: that only what is first broken, like bread, can be shared; that only what is broken is open to Your entry; that old wineskins must first be ripped open and replaced if the new wine of life is to expand. Lord, help us to believe. Amen.
PRAISE HYMN: “Shine, Jesus, Shine” WOV No. 651
THE WORD OF GOD: First Lesson: Philippians 1:12-14
12Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14Because of my chains, most of the brothers in the Lord have been encouraged to speak the word of God more courageously and fearlessly.
Psalm 43
1 Vindicate me, O God, and plead my cause against an ungodly nation; rescue me from deceitful and wicked men.
2 You are God my stronghold. Why have you rejected me? Why must I go about mourning, oppressed by the enemy?
3 Send forth your light and your truth, let them guide me; let them bring me to your holy mountain, to the place where you dwell.
4 Then will I go to the altar of God, to God, my joy and my delight. I will praise you with the harp, O God, my God.
5 Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.
Second Lesson: John 12:23-25
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.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (stand): WOV No. 613
C:
Celtic Alleluia
Al – le – lu – ia, al – le – lu – ia!
Al – le – lu – ia, al – le – lu – ia!
P: The Holy Gospel according to St. John, beginning in the 16th Chapter.
C: Glory to you, O Lord.
Gospel Lesson: John 16:6-8
6Because I have said these things, you are filled with grief. 7But I tell you the truth: It is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Counselor will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. 8When he comes, he will convict the world of guilt in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment:
P: The Gospel of the Lord.
C: Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON:...................................”Necessary Losses” .....................Pastor Mark Evans
APOSTLES' CREED (stand, if you are able): WOV Page 33
C: I believe in God, the Father almighty,
Creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.
He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit
and born of the virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended into hell.*
On the third day he rose again.
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
OFFERING/OFFERTORY: (Stand, if you are able, and sing)…………. LBW 565
C: Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
A: Let us pray. Merciful God,
C: we offer with joy and thanksgiving what you have first given us--
ourselves, our time, and our possessions, signs of your gracious love.
Receive them for the sake of him who offered himself for us, Jesus Christ
our Lord. Amen.
Announcements and Recognition of Visitors
People Concerns for the Week Pastor Mark
After the updates of the People Concerns, the Congregation will stand and sing together:
PRAYER HYMN:
God Will Make a Way
God will make a way where there seems to be no way.
He works in ways we cannot see; He will make a way for me.
He will be my Guide, hold me closely to His side.
With love and strength for each new day, He will make a way.
He will make a way.
THE PRAYERS (stand, if you are able): WOV Page 34
A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus,
and for all people according to their needs.
Each portion of the prayers concludes with these words:
A: Lord, in your mercy,
C: hear our prayer.
The prayers conclude with these words:
P: Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray,
trusting in your mercy; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
C: Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER: (Stand if you are able) WOV Page 39
P: Lord, remember us in your kingdom, and teach us to pray:
C: Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come,
thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread;
and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory,
forever and ever. Amen.
THE BENEDICTION:
P: The Lord bless you and keep you.
The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you.
The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace.
C: Amen.
CLOSING HYMN: “On Our Way Rejoicing” LBW No. 260
DISMISSAL:
A: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God!
Postlude .......Karen Palmer
All songs are reprinted with permission according to copyright laws under CCLI License #1297012.
To Our Visitors and Guests, Thank You for joining us for worship today. Please fill out a visitor card and give to the usher, or sign our guest register book in the front entrance when you leave. Please come and join us again.
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THANK YOU KINDLY TO ALL OF OUR VOLUNTEER MINISTERS.
EACH WEEK YOU HELP US RUN THE WORSHIP SERVICES AND WE COULDN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOUR GENEROSITY OF TIME AND TALENT!
VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR JANUARY 31, 2010
Assisting Minister: Jim Stark
Acolyte: 1) Volunteer Please 2) Ryan & Aaron Schmidt
Greeter: 1) Tom Jurek Family 2) Dave & Shirley Kidle
Reader: 1) Hank Frech 2) Contemporary
Nursery: 1) Volunteer Please 2) Lisa Price
Ushers: 1) Craig & Bev Nyeholt, Volunteers Please
2) Weyersberg Family, Dave Dau, Volunteers Please
Counters: Ron Weyersberg, Dave Dau
Coffee Hour: Karen Joyce
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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN JANUARY 30/31, 2010
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
February 7, 2010
Assisting Minister:
TBA
Acolyte:
1) Volunteers Please!
2) McKenna Witt
Greeters:
1) Steve & Jan Alling
2) Denise Bonner
Reader:
1) Karen Palmer
2) Brenda Palmer
Nursery:
1) Volunteers Please!
2) Joyce Kelly
Ushers:
1) Myron & Elvira Kukuk; Volunteers Please!
2) Ralph & Libby Wilson; Volunteers Please!
Counters:
Don & Sue Schwartz
Coffee Hour
Myron & Elvira Kukuk
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Weekly Attendance:
Saturday, 1/23....................................56
Sunday, 1/24
8:30am...............................59
10:30am...........................132
Sunday School 1/24...........37
Member Service Directory
Seamstress – Deb Aude
786-9189
E.P. Collision – Bumping, Painting, Glass - 752-4452
Mary Kay Consultant – Chelsea Colbert–248-765-6095
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ANNUAL MEETING
FEBRUARY 21ST
There will be ONE worship service at 10am (Sunday School at 9:45am) with the Annual Meeting held directly afterwards. Please attend!
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Thursday Night Adult Bible Study
All adults are invited to join our Bible Study Group as we explore God’s Word. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, 6:30-8:00 pm.
Beginning on January 21, 2010 we will finish the “Fruits of the Spirit” study from Galatians 5:22-23. Look for a study guide and reading assignments on the table in the Gathering Area. Following that study we will look at the Parables of Jesus. The more we know the more different we become!
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FARMER’S BREAKFAST
February 7th
Come and have breakfast with us! Put on by the VFW Ladies’ Auxiliary.
Location: Striber-McVicar VFW Post 2052
1st Sunday of the Month
8am-12pm
Cost: $6.50 adults, $6 seniors, $3.50 children
ATTENTION
GRADES 7-12!
Our next Youth Group Meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday, February 3rd, immediately following Confirmation Class from 7:30-8:30 in the Youth Room. Hope to see you there!
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The Youth Group/Confirmation Classes will again be taking orders for Super Bowl sub sandwiches this weekend before and after all services. They are only $5 which includes chips and sub dressing. The subs will be available for pick-up on Saturday, Feb. 6th, and Sunday Feb. 7th. All proceeds will help defer the cost of Confirmation Camp and Youth Group activities. Thank you in advance! Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!
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MOTOWN SOUP FUND RAISER
To benefit many local food banks including Samaritan House
$7 a packet that feeds 4 people.
Many Varieties
Great for Lenten soup suppers or with your Super Bowl Sub.
Sold by Hunter Long for Boy Scout Troop 156.
St. John Lutheran Church now has a Facebook page!
Be a fan at “stjohnlutheranromeo”.
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FEBRUARY PANTRY NEEDS
FOR SAMARITAN HOUSE
Cereal & Oatmeal * Juice * Rice * Soup-type Crackers * Pork & Beans * Peanut Butter * Jelly * Sugar * Baby Food #1 * Toilet Paper * Diapers 4 & 6 * Shampoo * Toothpaste * Laundry Soap * Deodorant (men’s & women’s) * Diabetic-appropriate Foods
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
Beginning in February and through early April, Samaritan House will offer income tax preparation. For more info, call 586-336-9956.
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Haiti Earthquake Relief
Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,
On January 12th, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake rocked the island country of Haiti. Offices, hotels, houses and shops have collapsed. The presidential palace is in ruins and many churches have been destroyed. Hospitals are overflowing and the search for survivors is intense. The streets of Haiti are filled with people in shock and searching for loved ones among the rubble. Your help is needed today to bring immediate relief and continued hope for our brothers and sisters in Haiti. About 3 million lives, one-third of Haiti’s population, are affected by this earthquake. Already one of the poorest countries in the world (70 percent of Haiti's population lives in extreme poverty), this catastrophe will exacerbate the suffering felt by many already living with hunger and poverty. ELCA Disaster Response is already working through long-standing partnerships on the ground to provide emergency food, water, shelter and medical supplies. Financial gifts are urgently needed. Your gifts to ELCA International Disaster Response, designated for Haiti Earthquake Relief, will be used entirely (100 percent) for immediate relief and ongoing recovery in Haiti. Your prayers and generous gifts will make a life-saving difference. Please give today at www.elca.org/haitiearthquake
More Disaster Relief for Haiti
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, in response to the devastation caused by the earthquake in Haiti, is announcing a $1 million challenge to its members across the country. Thrivent Financial will match $1 for every $2 donated by Thrivent Financial members up to $1 million for the potential of generating $3 million. Funds will be directed to four Lutheran organizations to support their Haiti earthquake relief efforts: Lutheran World Relief, ELCA Disaster Response, LCMS World Relief and Human Care and WELS Committee on Relief. Thrivent members can make their donation online at thrivent.com/helpinghaiti or by phone at 800-236-3736 between 7am-6pm central time M-F. When prompted, say “directory” then enter ext. 83003. Thrivent will add a maximum of $250 per member on donations accepted thru 3/31/10.
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Tuesday Night Euchre
Sponsored by the
St. John Men’s Club
Tuesday, February 9th,
and continues on the 2nd Tuesday each month (off during summer months.)
6:00 pm Registration
6:30 pm Start time
$10 Fee includes snacks
COME JOIN IN THE FUN!
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JANUARY/FEBRUARY WELCA PROJECT
Health Kits
* Bath Towel
* Hand Towel
* Washcloth
* Bar of Soap
* Toothbrush
* Comb
* Nail file or Clippers
* Box of Bandaids
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NEWSPAPER AND MAGAZINE RECYCLING
Thank you for the tremendous response with this! In December we recycled 5.42 tons and received $81.29. Year to date for 2009 – $478.67. Landfill space saved – 16.91 cubic yards. The total collected since the program began in 2005 is $4,040.67. Thank you!
PLEASE, NO CARDBOARD or PHONE BOOKS
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Open Basketball has started in the Fellowship Hall (Gym).
Come join the fun! Play Basketball! Every Thursday, 6:00-8:30 pm.
All ages, all skill levels, Everyone is invited!
For more information call: Scott Hudson at
586-623-9070
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SATURDAY WORSHIP ACTION TEAM (SWAT)
Do you enjoy Saturday night worship? Are you interested in how this service functions; or, would you like some changes made? The SWAT members meet every 2 months for approximately 1.2 hour after a Saturday service. Working with the team does not require much of your time and it’s easy. Each person takes a turn “ushering” a service and always with another team member. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Mark. Our next meeting is 3/6/10. Hope to see you there!
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Interested in using your gift of music for worship? Saturday service is looking for just a wee bit of your time to sing or play one song at the beginning of our 5pm Saturday service. Contact Cathy Vestrand at 586-752-2262 even if you just want to do it one time!
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Please save your pop can tabs and turn them in at the church for the purchase of kidney machines. Over 162 lbs. have been collected since February 2007! This fundraiser is for the purchase of kidney machines.
The Macomb/St. Clair County Chapter of the Autism Society of America will once again be hosting its Annual Sweetheart Ball at Penna’s of Sterling on February 13, 2010. We will be featuring a silent auction and are in need of items to be featured for bidding. Funds raised assist the chapter in achieving its mission to assist individuals affected by autism and their families. Tickets are $60 per person. Any questions or donations, call 586-447-2235, Roberta Schmidt or visit www.macombasa.org.
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Meijer Community Rewards for
December 2009
$26.50
YTD for 2009: $266.27
NOTE: Purchases made at meijer.com, Meijer gas stations and convenience stores will now be included (must pay inside gas station.)
Thank you, Shoppers!
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THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN, JANUARY 30-FEBRUARY 7, 2010
Saturday -Worship, 5pm
Sunday - Worship, 8:30 & 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
-Contemporary Service, 10:30am
Monday -Can-Do Ringers, 6:30pm
-Pack 259 Committee Mtg., 7pm
-Stephen Ministry Training, 7pm
Tuesday -Symphonia Chorale, 7pm
-Weight Watchers, 7pm
Wednesday -LOVE Day, 9am
-Tai Chi, 10:30am
-WELCA, 12:30pm
-Confirmation, 6:30-7:30pm
-Praise Ringers, 6:30pm
-Praise Singers, 7:30pm
-Youth Choir, 7:30pm
-YOUTH GROUP, 7:30PM
Thursday -Open Basketball, 6pm
-Bible Study, 6:30pm
-AA/Alanon, 8pm
Saturday -Worship w/Communion, 5pm
Sunday -Worship, 8:30 & 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR JANUARY 31, 2010
Assisting Minister:
Jim Stark
Acolytes:
1) Volunteers Please!
2) Ryan & Aaron Schmidt
Greeters:
1) Tom Jurek Family
2) Dave & Shirley Kidle
Reader:
1) Hank Frech 2) Contemporary
Nursery:
1) Volunteers Please! 2) Lisa Price
Ushers:
1) Craig & Bev Nyeholt, Volunteers Please!
2) Weyersberg Family; Dave Dau; Volunteers Please!
Counters:
Ron Weyersberg, Dave Dau
Coffee Hour:
Karen Joyce
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Shakin it up and changing it around.........Cut for this week
(Leave off Stephen Minister Leader list until further notice)
Jan Gallagher 586-752-5329
Jerry Foor 586 586-752-9227
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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 at 62324 Van Dyke in Washington, MI.
Extra stuff to keep!:
Church Group – Meets at 12:30 on the first Wednesday of the month at the church.
Love Day – Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month from 9am to 3pm at the church.
Love Day 2 – Meets the 1st Wednesday of the month from 9-12am at the church.
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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.
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The Can-Do Ringers Bell Choir is open to anyone 4th grade on up. You don't have to know how to play a bell or read music to join. We take it slow and show you how to ring properly and follow the music. Rehearsals are on Mondays at 6:30pm. We play one Sunday a month at both services. Choir members must commit to make as many rehearsals as possible. If you are interested, call Pat Koleda at (586) 992-0646 or just come to our first rehearsal on Monday, September 13, at 6:30.
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Future Cub Scouts
If you have a son who is in 1st thru 5th Grade and is interested in becoming a scout, come join us and see what we’re about! Cub Scout Pack 259 is holding meetings in the Fellowship Hall. Monday, Sept. 28th, 7pm – Pack Meeting. For more info:
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Tied Together Quilting Circle is back after a year hiatus! We meet on the third Monday of each month (November 16th this month), 7:00 p.m. in the conference room. We learn new techniques as we do quilting projects together. We also do projects like banners for the church. You can work on your own project while you enjoy the company of other quilters. You do not need to be a member of St. John to come. We’d love to see new people and old members come back! For more information, call Kathie Proctor 586-784-5054 or Leona Thorman 810-798-8537.
Attention Grades 5 -12!
Interested in singing and having fun? Join Youth Choir on our new time and day. Practices held in the sanctuary on Wednesdays from 7:30-8:15pm after catechism. For more info, please contact Darcy Mackenzie at 586-784-4238.
In our continuing efforts to “Go Green” and save money too, we would appreciate you using one communion card per family. Simply note the names on that card of the people who took communion. Thank you kindly.
We invite Pre-school thru 5th Grade children to join us! Kids of the Kingdom (KOK Kids) meet after 8:30 service from 9:45-10:20am upstairs in the room next to the library and then the children go down to Sunday School. Any questions or concerns, please contact Marlene (248-651-7394) or Karen (586-752-7734). We practice 3 times a month and usually sing once a month at the 10:30 service.
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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.
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MOTORVATION DRIVE
The Road to Self-Reliance
www.motorvationdrive.org
by Lutheran Social Services
Donate your car, motorcycle, RV, boat or any motorized vehicle to LSS and help put someone in need on the road to self-reliance. Funds raised through the sale of donated vehicles will benefit clients of LSS. Some vehicles will be prepared for sale and sold at deep discounts to clients who need transportation. All donations are tax-deductible. For more info, call Rev. Dr. Philip Hemke at 248-219-9707.
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Do you enjoy knitting and crocheting but not sure if you need another afghan? Many others can benefit from your expertise. The ladies have an excess of yarn if you are interested in donating your time and talents to make lap robes or baby items for those in need. Please contact Leona Thorman at 810.798.8532 for further details.
Stephen Ministry
St. John is a Stephen Ministry Congregation
Find out more about Stephen Ministry by talking to one of our Stephen Leaders or Pastor Mark.
Jan Alling 586-752-7016
Bob or Jan Gallardo
586-781-5803
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.
Please remember to visit our website!
www.stjohnromeo.org
We now have a Youth link under Groups that will be updated frequently with upcoming events!
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