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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
246 Benjamin Street
Romeo, Michigan 48065
Fourth Sunday of Easter
April 25, 2010
Church Office....……………………….752-4588
Pastor Mark Evans……752-2498
Hotline.........................752-1067
Website: www.stjohnromeo.org
Email Address:
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WORSHIP 10:30 AM “Life-Giving Acts”
Prelude……………………………………………………….…………Karen Palmer
Welcome……………………………………………………...………….Pastor Mark
“You are my All in All with Jesus Lord to Thee”…………….……...…Youth Choir
CALL TO WORSHIP
P: We gather together today to rejoice in God’s love and gift of eternal life. We ask God to be with us during worship and open our hearts to His words.
A: This is the day!
OPENING SONG: This Is The Day
This is the day, this is the day, that the Lord has made, that the Lord has made;
We will rejoice, we will rejoice, and be glad in it, and be glad in it.
This is the day that the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it.
This is the day, this is the day, that the Lord has made.
This is the day, this is the day, when he rose again, when he rose again,
We will rejoice, we will rejoice, and be glad in it, and be glad in it.
This is the day that he rose again, we will rejoice and be glad in it.
This is the day, this is the day when he rose a-gain.
This is the day, this is the day, when the Spirit came; when the Spirit came.
We will rejoice, we will rejoice, and be glad in it, and be glad in it.
This is the day when the Spirit came, we will rejoice and be glad in it.
This is the day, this is the day, when the Spir-it came.
PRAYER OF THE DAY
P: Let us pray:
C: Heavenly Father, we thank you for this day. Because you gave your son to die for us we are free from sin and shame. We gratefully receive the gift of eternal life. We know our Redeemer lives. Thank you God and Amen.
FEATURE SONG:…………”Redeemer”…………………………….Sound Disciples
Children’s Sermon
THE WORD OF GOD: Acts 9:36-43
36In Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha (which, when translated, is Dorcas ), who was always doing good and helping the poor. 37About that time she became sick and died, and her body was washed and placed in an upstairs room. 38Lydda was near Joppa; so when the disciples heard that Peter was in Lydda, they sent two men to him and urged him, "Please come at once!" 39Peter went with them, and when he arrived he was taken upstairs to the room. All the widows stood around him, crying and showing him the robes and other clothing that Dorcas had made while she was still with them. 40Peter sent them all out of the room; then he got down on his knees and prayed. Turning toward the dead woman, he said, "Tabitha, get up." She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter she sat up. 41He took her by the hand and helped her to her feet. Then he called the believers and the widows and presented her to them alive. 42This became known all over Joppa, and many people believed in the Lord. 43Peter stayed in Joppa for some time with a tanner named Simon.
PRAISE SONG OF THE MONTH
Sunday School Students May Leave At This Time
You Are Merciful To Me Words and music by Ian White
Chorus 2x You are merciful to me. You are merciful to me.
You are merciful to me, my Lord.
Every day my disobedience grieves Your loving heart,
but then redeeming love breaks through
and causes me to worship You.
Redeemer (Redeemer), Savior (Savior), Healer (Healer), and Friend (and Friend),
Every day (every day), renew my ways (renew my ways), fill me with
love (fill me with love), that never ends (that never ends).
Chorus 2x
SERMON……………………………………………………………...Pastor Mark
ANNOUNCMENTS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS
PRAYER RESPONSE Grace, Grace, God’s Grace
(2X) Grace, grace, God’s grace,
Grace that will pardon and cleanse within;
Grace, grace, God’s grace,
Grace that is greater than all our sin.
THE PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH
Assisting Minister: Lord in your mercy
Congregation: Hear our prayer
Pastor: Into your hands Lord, we commend all for whom we pray trusting in
Your mercy through Your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
All: Amen
OFFERING…………….......….………”Above All”……...............…..Sound Disciples
PRAYER
Assisting Minister: Loving God, above all you gave your son to die for us. We rejoice and give thanks. Accept these offerings from our hearts. Amen
PREPARATION FOR COMMUNION/CONFESSION Pastor Mark Evans
Leader: We come before you Lord with heavy hearts. We lay our sins at your feet and ask that you take our shame, regret, and fears. Grant us mercy.
All: Thank you God.
Leader: We know that we have sinned against You in thought, word, and deed. We have failed to be patient, failed to have faith, and failed to love our neighbors as ourselves.
Silent Reflection
ASSURANCE OF PARDON/ABSOLUTION
Pastor Mark: God is our salvation. He sent His son to carry our cross and loves us unconditionally. Know that you are forgiven, and come back to God with shouts of joyful alleluias.
All: Thanks be to God! Amen.
THE LORD’S TABLE Pastor Mark
THE LORD’S PRAYER
P: Lord, remember us in your kingdom and teach us to pray:
All: 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
SONGS DURING COMMUNION:
We Fall Down Words and music by Chris Tomlin, Arr. by Taylor
We fall down, we lay our crowns at the feet of Jesus,
The greatness of mercy and love at the feet of Jesus.
And we cry holy, holy, holy, and we cry holy, holy, holy,
And we cry holy, holy, holy, is the Lamb.
(Repeat above)
We cry holy, holy, holy, and we cry holy, holy, holy,
And we cry holy, holy, holy, is the Lamb.
You Are My All In All
You are my strength when I am weak, you are the treasure that I seek,
You are my all in all.
Seeking you as a precious jewel, Lord, to give up I’d be a fool.
You are my all in all.
Chorus Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name. Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.
Taking my sin, my cross, my shame, Rising again I bless Your name.
You are my all in all.
When I fall down you pick me up. When I am dry You fill my cup.
You are my all in all.
Chorus Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name. Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.
Amazing Grace with My Chains Are Gone
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost but now I’m found, was blind but now I see.
My chains are gone, I’ve been set free. My God, my Savior has ransomed me.
And like a flood, His mercy reigns, unending love, amazing grace.
My chains are gone, I’ve been set free. My God, my Savior has ransomed me.
And like a flood, His mercy reigns, unending love, amazing grace.
The earth shall soon dissolve like snow, the sun forbear to shine.
But God who called me here below will be forever mine.
Will be forever mine. You are forever mine.
Once Again Words and Music by Matt Redman, Arr. by Steven V. Taylor
Solo: Jesus Christ, I think upon Your sacrifice;
You became nothing, poured out to death.
Many times I’ve wondered at Your gift of life,
and I’m in that place once again.
Verse 1: Jesus Christ, I think upon Your sacrifice;
You became nothing, poured out to death.
Many times I’ve wondered at Your gift of life,
and I’m in that place once again.
I’m in that place once again.
Chorus: Once again I look upon the cross where you died,
I’m humbled by Your mercy and I’m broken inside.
Once again I thank you, once again I pour out my life.
Verse 2: Now You are exalted to the highest place,
King of the heavens, where one day I’ll bow.
But for now, I marvel at this saving grace, and
I’m full of grace once again. I’m full of grace once again.
Chorus
4 times Thank You for the cross, Thank you for the cross,
Thank You for the cross my Friend.
Please stand if you are able.
POST COMMUNION PRAYER: Pastor Mark
Pour out upon us the spirit of your love, O Lord, and unite the wills of those whom you have fed with one heavenly food; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
THE BENEDICTION:
P: As you leave here this day, continue to rejoice with Jesus in the promise of eternal life. Love the Lord with all your hearts, souls, and strength. May God inspire you and open your minds to Jesus’ message that we are to “love your neighbor as yourself.”
All: Amen
CLOSING SONG: My Life Is In You, Lord
My life is in You, Lord; my strength is in You, Lord, my hope is in You, Lord;
in You, it’s in You.
My life is in You, Lord; my strength is in You, Lord, my hope is in You, Lord;
in You, it’s in You.
I will praise You will all of my life,
I will praise You with all of my strength,
All of my life, with all of my strength.
All of my hope is in You.
My life is in You, Lord; my strength is in You, Lord, my hope is in You, Lord;
in You, it’s in You.
My life is in You, Lord; my strength is in You, Lord, my hope is in You, Lord;
in You, it’s in You…in You.
Assisting Minister: Go in peace and serve the Lord.
All: Thanks be to God!
Sound Disciples: Karen Palmer–keyboard, Mike Palmer – guitar, Paul Niehaus – drums, Marlene Stieve, Stefanie Sambrano, Sam Rohloff, Angie Weyersberg, and Darcy Mackenzie --Frank Pavlik – violin in spirit always.
VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR APRIL 25, 2010
Assisting Minister: Scott Palmer
Acolyte: 1) Volunteers Please
2) Stacie Sambrano
Greeters: 1) Tom Jurek Family
2) Jason & Sue Sturmer
Reader: 1) Ed Pauly
2) Contemporary
Nursery: 1) Volunteers Please
2) Amber Bryce
Comm. Care: 1) Karen Palmer
2) Carol Vernier
Comm. Bread: 1) Karen Palmer
2) Carol Vernier
Ushers: 1) Leon Petzold, Dewane Petzold, Roger Petzold, Tim Cremeans,
Gary Frappier, Volunteers Please
2) Ann & Jeff Beyerlein, Volunteers Please
Counters: DROP BAG
Coffee Hour: Karen Joyce
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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN
APRIL 24/25, 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
May 2, 2010
Assisting Minister:
TBA
Acolyte:
1) Volunteer Please
2) Jennifer & Kristin Stofflet
Greeters:
1) Bill & Linda Walters
2) Wally & Lynn Semrau
Reader:
1) Shirley Wilburn
2) Marlene Stieve
Nursery:
1) Volunteer Please
2) Cassidy Gutenkunst
Ushers:
1) Craig & Bev Nyeholt, Volunteers Please
2) John & Laura Gutenkunst, Steve Springstubbe
Counters:
Herb & Karen Schroeder
Coffee Hour
Steve Hunt Family
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Last Week’s Attendance:
Saturday, 4/17....................48
Sunday, 4/18
8:30am...............................77
10:30am...........................112
Weekend Total = 237
Sunday School...................37
May God richly bless Evelyn Anastasia Rupersburg and Erick Michael Smith
on their baptisms this Sunday. Evelyn’s parents are Kenneth and Amy (Blumke) Rupersburg of Algonac and his sponsors are Lyndsey Blumke and Matt Dombrowski. Erick’s parents are Derek and Tracey (Blumke) Smith of Gobles, Mich. and his sponsors are Karen Ryder and Kevin Archer.
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Symphonia Chorale presents
“Accent on Broadway”
Annual Fundraiser Dinner Concert
Louis Canter, Director
Lynn Garland, Accompanist
April 25th – 3:00pm
Greystone Banquet Ctr.
Mound & 32 Mile, Romeo
Tickets $28
Call Karen Palmer at 586-752-7734. Several St. John choir members participate.
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Contributions from the Easter offering envelopes were divided and distributed as follows:
$200 to Tanzania
$200 to Stony Lake
St. John Lutheran is a Stephen Ministry Congregation
Please call:
Jan Alling at 586-752-7016
or Jan or Bob Gallardo at:
586-781-5803 for more info.
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DAY CAMP AND VBS
Mark your calendars!
St. John along with Living Waters Ministries will once again be holding Day Camp this year. Any child who has completed Kindergarten through 5th grade is welcome to attend. Day Camp will be help from August 2-6 here at St. John and will run from 9 am--3 pm. Also, we will be holding Vacation Bible School during the same time from 9 am-11:30 am. Vacation Bible School is for children entering pre-school and Kindergarten. Forms for both camp and VBS are available in the main hallway on the Youth Bulletin Board.
Meijer Community Rewards for
MARCH 2010
$19.67
YTD for 2010: $53.24
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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INTERESTED IN READING THE BIBLE?
HAVE YOU EVER READ THROUGH THE BIBLE FROM BEGINNING TO END? THIS MAY BE THEYEAR YOU CHOOSE TO BEGIN. THE ONE YEAR BIBLE (NIV)) WILL BE GIVEN TO MEMBERS ON THE FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH. TO RECEIVE A BIBLE YOU MUST SIGN UP. LARGE PRINT BIBLES ARE AVAILABLE BUT YOU MUST ASK FOR ONE WHEN YOU SIGN UP (PLEASE PUT AN LP AFTER YOUR NAME). THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THE BIBLE AS THEY WERE DONATED TO THE CHURCH.
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Thank You to our
BLUM SCHOLARSHIPS
This year the application period began March 1, 2010 and the final date for application is April 30, 2010. 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, 2010.
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Please save your pop can tabs and turn them in at the church for the purchase of kidney machines. Over 171 lbs. have been collected since February 2007! This fundraiser is for the purchase of kidney machines.
A BIG Thank You to all who have donated tabs!
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NEWSPAPER AND MAGAZINE RECYCLING
Thank you for the tremendous response with this! In March we recycled 5.43 tons and received $95.21. Year to date for 2010 – $95.21. Landfill space saved – 16.94 cubic yards. The total collected since the program began in 2005 is $4,135.88. Thank you!
PLEASE, NO CARDBOARD or PHONE BOOKS
MAY PANTRY NEEDS
FOR SAMARITAN HOUSE
Cereal * Oatmeal * Pancake Syrup * Egg Noodles/Macaroni * Pasta * Ravioli * Sugar * Rice * Deodorant (men & women) * Bath Soap * Toilet Paper * Feminine Pads/Tampons
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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Tuesday Night Euchre
Sponsored by the
St. John Men’s Club
Tuesday, May 11th,
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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THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN, APRIL 24-MAY 2, 2010
Saturday -Worship, 5pm
-Breast Cancer 3-Day Raffle
Sunday -Worship w/Communion, 8:30 & 10:30am
- Breast Cancer 3-Day Raffle & Brunch, 9:30-Noon
-Sunday School, 10:15am
-Contemporary Service, 10:30am
Monday -Can-Do Ringers, 6:30pm
-Stephen Ministry, 7pm
Tuesday -Weight Watchers, 4pm
-Men’s Club, 6:30pm
Wednesday -Tai Chi, 10:30am
-LAST Confirmation Class, 6:30pm
-Praise Ringers, 6:30pm
-Praise Singers, 7:30pm
-Youth Choir, 7:30pm
-Youth Group, 7:30pm
Thursday -Open Basketball, 6-8:30pm
-Bible Study, 7pm
-AA/Alanon, 8pm
Saturday -Worship w/Communion, 5pm
Sunday -Worship, 8:30 & 10:30am
-Confirmation Day, 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
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