St. John's, Burt, Iowa - News

Announcements

2012-02-02T11:16:00.000-06:00

February 5, 2012

PARENTS OF SUNDAY SCHOOL CHILDREN:

When we began our partnership with Zion - LuVerne, it was decided that Sunday School would begin "after church." In order to be able to publish a starting time, we used an estimate of 10AM. After some time working under this schedule, it has come to our attention that the varying ending time for services has caused a degree of inconsistency that has caused difficulty for both Sunday School teachers and parents.

In order to alleviate this, an adjustment has been made to the starting time for Sunday School. Beginning this Sunday, February 5, the start time for Sunday School will be 9:45. On non-communion Sundays, this will still mean Sunday School is "after church." On communion Sundays, this will mean a small procedural adjustment for families with Sunday School children, which will be announced before the service. We hope that this adjustment will benefit our students and teachers by providing a more consistent time frame for their classes.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: As part of the recent adjustment to the Sunday school schedule, please observe the following: During communion, when your family returns from the front, please have Sunday School students go to the basement, where they will begin the Sunday School Opening while the remainder of the congregation concludes the service with the Post-Communion Canticle, Collect and the Closing Hymn.

CENTENNIAL ADDRESSES – Keep working on your sheets that were put in your boxes a few Sundays ago of people we need to find. Please get those in to us as soon as possible. Committee – Vern Koestler and Rosann Shipler

BANNER – The banner that is being bid on is now on display in the front of the church. Pictures of the square that is to be bid on each month will be on the table in the back. All proceeds will go to the Centennial Celebration Fund. Bidding for the first block will end on Sunday, February 12^th .

LUTHERAN WITNESS - The yearly subscription for the Lutheran Witness will be due March 1. The cost this year is $21.65. Please pay for that in the church office. If you have a subscription and wish to cancel, have an address change or wish to get a new subscription, please contact me in the church office. Rosann Shipler, Sec.

BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS – Any bulletin announcements for Sunday the 19^th and 26^th, please get them to me by email at churchofficestjohnsburt.org or my home email rshipler@netins.net. I will be working on those announcement sheets by email. Also Pastor Peterson would announce anything that you do not get in to me by email. Thanks for your cooperation! Rosann Shipler, Sec.

STEWARDSHIP CORNER - “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God…be transformed by the renewal of your mind..” (Romans 12:1, 2) God gave us life. He gives us the gift of wisdom that we might discern His will for our lives and intelligence to carry out His plan. He gives us bodies in which to accomplish His work. We are His hands and feet and mouth. As stewards, we present our bodies and minds in service to God in grateful response for all He has done for us.

BREAKFAST BRUNCH – Lone Rock American Legion will have a Breakfast Brunch today, February 5^th with serving from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Serving: scrambled eggs, French toast, sausage, orange juice & coffee. Free will donation.

FAMILY ICE FISHING RETREAT will be held at Camp Okoboji on February 10-12, 2012. Cost : Adults $80 and Children: (9 and under) $65. This includes food and lodging. Fishing begins at 1:00 p.m. on Friday and continues all weekend. A fun weekend for the whole family. Come join us!! Call 712-337-3325 for reservations or email camp.okoboji@1idwlcms.org to reserve your spot in Joppa Hall. Payment is due February 1^st.

BURT LIBRARY – On Wednesday, February 15, 2012 the Burt Public Library will be hosting an early-out movie and popcorn day. The movie and popcorn will start at 2:15 p.m. Don’t miss this special time at the Burt Public Library

DAFFODIL DAYS ARE HERE – The American Cancer Society is sponsoring the Daffodil Sales. Order daffodils now and brighten up a winter day. Contact Vickie Madsen 515-924-3671 and please place your order by February 17^th. The Delivery date is approximately March 14^th.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (February 5, 2012- February 12, 2012)

Today 8;15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

9:45 am Sunday School

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

2:00 pm Bible Study at Good Samaritan Home

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 pm Preschool

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service

9:45 am Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday: Mike and Amy Marlow

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for February: Hailey Struecker

Ushers for February: *Gene Hanna, Roger Cherland & Melvin Haase

Elder for February: Jeff Schutjer

Announcements

2012-01-26T11:10:00.000-06:00

January 29, 2012

SUNDAY SCHOOL TIME - In the months since we began our partnership with Zion, LuVerne, it has been brought to our attention that a small adjustment is necessary to the Sunday morning schedule. In order to achieve more consistent starting and ending times for the Sunday School classes, the published time for beginning Sunday School is being changed to 9:45a.m. For families in attendance at the service, this will mean only a small procedural change on Communion Sundays. For those students who miss church, but still attend Sunday School, this means they should arrive at 9:45 a.m. beginning on Sunday, February 5. Pastor

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION MONTHLY MEETING will be held on Thursday, February 2^nd at 7:30 p.m. in the church basement. All committee heads are encouraged to attend.

CENTENNIAL ADDRESSES – We are now in need of help from our members of getting addresses for former relatives or members who have moved away from our area for the Centennial Mailing List. Some of you have been given a form in your bulletin box with names on them of people we feel you can get addresses, emails (emails will save us postage) and phone numbers for us. Would you please look them up and return them to the church office by February 1^st. The addresses may be relatives, friends or people you were in contact with over the years. We appreciate all the help in getting these. Thanks for your help! Committee – Vern Koestler and Rosann Shipler

THANK YOU! I would like to thank everyone of you, that helped with giving my children and I a wonderful Christmas. I can’t thank you guys enough! Tina Reeves and kids (Note: Thank you card is posted on the ramp bulletin board)

BANNER – We need bidders for the first block on the Centennial Banner!! This is a fundraiser for the 2012 Centennial. One section of the Banner will be up for auction each month until all eleven sections are sold. When the sale is complete the banner will remain on display at the church. The highest bidders name will be placed on the back of the section they purchased. Let the bidding begin!!!

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES - Being a good listener is easier said than done. How often do you find yourself thinking of the next thing to say while someone is talking with you? Are you really listening? Take a moment to stop and listen to those people who are in your life this week. You may be surprised at how much you will learn from them! Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

BREAKFAST BRUNCH – Lone Rock American Legion will have a Breakfast Brunch on Sunday, February 5^th with serving from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Serving: scrambled eggs, French toast, sausage, orange juice & coffee. Free will donation.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (January 29, 2012- February 5, 2012)

Today 8;15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Mission Board Meeting

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 pm Preschool

7:30 pm Centennial Celebration Meeting

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

9:45 am Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday: Vern and Joan Koestler

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for January: Cameron and Christian Haase

Ushers for January: * David Haase, Jeff Schutjer & Del Reutzel

Elder for January: Jerry Koestler

Announcements

2012-01-19T10:50:00.001-06:00

January 22, 2012

THANK YOU to everyone who gave cards and gifts for our family during this Christmas Season. It has been a blessing to celebrate another Christmas here with you at St. John's, and we truly appreciate the way that, through your own gifts to us, you have demonstrated God's generosity in sending His Son to be the Savior of the World. Pastor, Sarah, Lilli, Emalee, & Ellanor Peterson

Committee – Vern Koestler and Rosann Shipler

BANNER – The Centennial Parament Banner that was made by Linda Peter from St. John’s used paraments is on the back table. Linda has donated it to St. John’s for a Silent Auction Fundraiser for the 2013 Centennial Celebration. One section of the Banner will be up for auction each month until all eleven sections are sold. The donations will be used to help cover celebration expenses. When the sale is complete the banner will remain on display at the church. The highest bidders name will be placed on the back of the section they purchased. Let the bidding begin!!!

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES Have you done something special for your spouse lately to show them you care? A note of appreciation, a back rub, or preparing a favorite meal are simple ways to let your spouse know just how much they mean to you. If you haven’t done something recently take time out of your schedule this week to do something nice for them. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (January 22, 2012- January 29, 2012)

Today 8;15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

11:30 am Huskamp Bible Study

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 pm Preschool

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion) 5^th Sunday

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Mission Board Meeting

Greeters next Sunday: Del and Kim Reutzel

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for January: Cameron and Christian Haase

Ushers for January: * David Haase, Jeff Schutjer & Del Reutzel

Elder for January: Jerry Koestler

Announcements

2012-01-12T12:05:00.001-06:00

January 15, 2012

ANNUAL REPORT ARTICLES - Committee heads or special program heads, please get your annual reports in to me right away. Articles needed yet: Religion School, Thrivent, Mission Board, Choir & Library news. Check out last year’s Annual Report if you need some help with getting your article together. You can email me your article at churchoffice@stjohnsburt.org or rshipler@netins.net. Thanks! Rosann

THANK YOU!

*LFS – On behalf of the many individuals, couples and families we serve, thank you for the gift of $1402.00 (Christmas Eve Offering & Specials) which you sent to support the work of the Lutheran Family Service ministry. Your concern for others, expressed through your recent gift, is a reflection of the love that God has created in your heart.

Wanda L. Pritzel, LISW Acting Director

*Camp Okoboji – Dear Friends, Thank you very much for your gift ($800) and faithful support of Camp Okoboji. God’s Blessings to your congregation in the New Year. Larry Stille, Camp Okoboji

*Lutherans in Africa - Dear Member of St. John’s Lutheran, Thank you for your generous missionary support and gift of $979.25 given to Lutherans in Africa. Your donation will be used to support Rev. May, his family, and his missionary work in 20 countries in Africa. Your contribution can accomplish much. Since Rev. May teaches pastors and future pastors, who then teach their congregations, he is actually reaching 15,000 to 30,000 people every month. Please continue to pray for him and his family . Thanks! Rev. Robert L. Green & LIA Directors

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES One way in which to build a healthy family is through daily prayers or devotions. When you do this, a strong foundation is formed in your children from an early age. Jeremiah 29:12 says, “Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.” Teaching your children to trust in the Lord is a wonderful way to strengthen your family. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (January 15, 2012- January 22, 2012)

Today 8;15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

9:45 am Sunday School

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 pm Preschool

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service

9:45 am Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday: Lyle and Karen Karels

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for January: Cameron and Christian Haase

Ushers for January: * David Haase, Jeff Schutjer & Del Reutzel

Elder for January: Jerry Koestler

Announcements

2012-01-05T11:22:00.001-06:00

January 8, 2012

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS will held today during the service. All officers for the 2012 and beyond will be installed.

QUARTERLY VOTER’S MEETING will be held immediately following the service today!

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS - The Christmas Committee is asking for cash donations to help with purchase of the tree and the children’s Christmas sacks. You may put your gift in the offering plate and mark it Christmas Committee.

ANNUAL REPORT ARTICLES - Committee heads or special program heads, please get your annual reports in to me as soon as possible. Articles needed yet: Sunday School, Religion School, LWML Financial & Cards, Thrivent, Mission Board, Choir & Library news. Check out last year’s Annual Report if you need some help with getting your article together. You can email me your article at churchoffice@stjohnsburt.org or rshipler@netins.net. Thanks! Rosann

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES – Jesus’ words, “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly” serve as a reminder of LFS’s adoption ministry. The goal is that everyone involved in the process--the newborn child, birth family, and adopting family--experience the abundant life our Lord promises. If you know of a family experiencing infertility who might be interested in considering adoption as a way to build their family, invite them to call their local LFS office. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (January 8, 2012- January 15, 2012)

Today 8;15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service (Installation of Officers)

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Quarterly Voter’s Meeting

Tuesday 8:15 am Pastor Conference at West Bend

9:00 am Preschool

7:00 pm Preschool Board

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 pm Preschool

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday: Ervin and Pat Eimers

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for January: Cameron and Christian Haase

Ushers for January: * David Haase, Jeff Schutjer & Del Reutzel

Elder for January: Jerry Koestler

Announcements

2011-12-29T10:50:00.001-06:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR – January 1, 2012

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS will be next Sunday during the service. All officers for the 2012 and beyond will be installed.

CENTENNIAL MEETING will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4^th. We are asking that all committee members attend this kick-off meeting. We have one year to get the Centennial up and going. Lynn Bierstedt, President

ANNUAL REPORT ARTICLES - Committee heads or special program heads, please get your annual reports in to me as soon as possible. Articles needed yet: Sunday School, Religion School, Preschool, Thrivent, Mission Fest, Choir & Library news. Check out last year’s Annual Report if you need some help with getting your article together. You can email me your article at churchoffice@stjohnsburt.org or rshipler@netins.net. Thanks! Rosann

QUARTERLY COUNCIL MEETING will be held for all new and current officers on Thursday, January 5, 2012. Elders will meet before the meeting at 6:30 p.m. with Council at 7:30 p.m. Installation of New Officers will be on Sunday, January 8^th during the service.

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES – New Year’s resolutions. We have all made them at one time or another. We have all broken them, too. One thing that is never broken, however, is our relationship with Christ. This is solid ground on which every counselor at LFS stands when working with families, no matter what the circumstance or situation. If you know someone who needs to hear these words of comfort, have them contact us. We are here to help! Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (January 1, 2012- January 8, 2012)

Today 9:00 am Service (Holy Communion) – No Sunday School

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

7:30 pm Centennial Meeting

Thursday 9:00 pm Preschool

6:30 pm Elders Meeting

7:30 pm Council Meeting

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Study

9:00 am Service (Installation of Officers)

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Quarterly Voter’s Meeting

Greeters next Sunday: Mike and Barb Schroeder

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for January: Cameron and Christian Haase

Ushers for January: * David Haase, Jeff Schutjer & Del Reutzel

Elder for January: Jerry Koestler

Announcements

2011-12-22T09:56:00.001-06:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS

December 25, 2011

WOW! Special thanks to St. John’s again as you were so generous with your giving for the Adopted Family.We were able to give the children each several gifts including the mother and also gift cards for food and gas! You have helped to give them a wonderful Christmas.

Don and Pam Madsen, Boyd and Rosann Shipler and Jerry and Betty Koestler.

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS - The Christmas Committee is asking for cash donations to help with purchase of the tree and the children’s Christmas sacks of candy for Christmas Eve. You may put your gift in the offering plate and mark it Christmas Committee or give it to one of the committee: Stefanie and Tony Hatten, Randy & Pam Reimers, Vern & Joan Koestler or Lucas and Jessie Parsons.

CENTENNIAL MEETING will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4^th.

ANNUAL REPORT ARTICLES - Committee heads or special program heads, please start working on your annual reports. I would like to have those in to me by the first of the year. Check out last year’s Annual Report if you need some help with getting your article together. You can email me your article at churchoffice@stjohnsburt.org. Thanks! Rosann

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES – Merry Christmas! Christ came to us in human flesh, not in majesty but in the form of a lowly, helpless child. God still comes to us in many forms throughout our lives, such as in the simple and compassionate services of LFS. We are grateful to serve you now and throughout the New Year! Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (December 25, 2011-January 1, 2012)

Today 9:00 am Service (Holy Communion) – No Sunday School

Sunday 9:00 am New Year’s Day Service (Holy Communion) - No Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday-New Years Day: Melvin and Donna Haase

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for December: Kaitlyn Bierstedt

Ushers for December: * Vern Koestler, Gordon Oleson & Joe Heyes

Elder for December: Boyd Shipler

Announcements

2011-12-15T10:33:00.001-06:00

December 18, 2011

CHRISTMAS SERVICES – Christmas Eve Children’s Program: 6:00 p.m. 24^th ; Christmas Day Service: 9:00 a.m. No Sunday School and New Year’s Day Sunday Service: 9:00 a.m. No Sunday School. New Years Eve Joint Service will be held at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Fairville at 6:00 p.m.

ADOPTED FAMILY – Our adopted family is a family of 4 – single mother and 3 children.

*(Caleb) - boy age 9: Boy- Shirt and jean size 8. Toys: Football, anything sports etc.

*(Kayla) girl age 7: girl shirt size 8 and jean size 7x. Toys: Radio, Barbie stuff and anything Justin Bieber

*(Dom) boy age 5: Shirt top 5T, pants 4-5T. Toys: Disney cars, Toy story, big coloring books

*Mother – misses medium sweatshirt not picky

For Family: Food certificates and/or gas cards

Bring your gifts wrapped and marked for what child to the church and place them in the designated box in the back. All gift cards and money can be given to Don & Pam Madsen and Boyd & Rosann Shipler or Jerry and Betty Koestler. Delivery will be Wednesday, December 21^st but we would like to have most of the gifts in to the church today- December 18^th.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES – Christmas Eve Children’s Program: 6:00 p.m.; Christmas Day Service: 9:00 a.m. No Sunday School and New Year’s Day Sunday Service: 9:00 a.m. No Sunday School. New Years Eve Joint Service will be held at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Fairville at 6:00 p.m.

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS - The Christmas Committee is asking for cash donations to help with purchase of the tree and the children’s Christmas sacks of candy for Christmas Eve. You may put your gift in the offering plate and mark it Christmas Committee or give it to one of the committee: Stefanie and Tony Hatten,Randy & Pam Reimers, Vern & Joan Koestler or Lucas and Jessie Parsons.

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES –Depression during the Christmas season is common. If you recognize yourself or someone close to you struggling with depression during this time of the year, we encourage you to contact your local LFS office for more information or to schedule an appointment with one of the LFS counselors. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

PARISH MESSENGER ARTICLES for January/February edition are due to Linda Kerkove today!

CHRISTMAS CARDS are available on the back table. Give your money to Pat Eimers if you pick up a box!

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (December 18, 2011-December 25, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

1:30 pm Algona Nursing Home

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

No Religion School (Resume on January 4^th )

6:30 pm Choir

6:30 pm Preschool Christmas Program in Preschool room

Saturday 6:00 pm Children’s Christmas Eve Program

Sunday 9:00 am Christmas Day Service (Holy Communion) - No Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday-Christmas Day: Don and Arlene Behnkendorf

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for December: Kaitlyn Bierstedt

Ushers for December: * Vern Koestler, Gordon Oleson & Joe Heyes

Elder for December: Boyd Shipler

Announcements

2011-12-08T10:07:00.001-06:00

December 11, 2011

VOTER’S MEETING will be held today following the service to present and vote on the 2013 Budget and Slate of Officers. Please stay as this is an important meeting!!

CHRISTMAS CHILDREN PROGRAM PRACTICE will be held Saturday Dec. 17^th at 9:00 a.m. The Children’s Christmas Eve Program will be on Saturday, December 24^th at 6:00 p.m.

POINSETTIA PLANTS – There is a sign-up sheet in the back of the church for anyone who would like to purchase a poinsettia plant for the church to use for Christmas. You can take their plants home after Christmas morning services if you would like. Please pay Cheryl Batt for the plants!

ADOPTED FAMILY – Our adopted family is a family of 4 – single mother and 3 children.

*Boy age 9: Boy- Shirt and jean size 8. Toys: Football, anything sports etc.

*Girl age 7: girl shirt size 8 and jean size 7x. Toys: Radio, Barbie stuff and anything Justin Bieber

*Boy age 5: Shirt top 5T, pants 4-5T. Toys: Disney cars, Toy story, big coloring books

*Mother – misses medium sweatshirt not picky

For Family: Food certificates and/or gas cards

Bring your gifts wrapped and marked for what child to the church and place them in the designated box in the back. All gift cards and money can be given to Don & Pam Madsen and Boyd & Rosann Shipler or Jerry and Betty Koestler. Delivery will be Wednesday, December 21^st but we would like to have most of the gifts in to the church by Sunday, December 18^th.

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES –Having faith and being a Christian doesn’t mean we will never make mistakes. It means that through our mistakes, we experience God’s grace and mercy, which are ours in Christ. This week, look for opportunities to practice mercy, grace, and forgiveness in your family. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

RETIREMENT - You are cordially invited to an Open House celebrating the ministry of Rev. Bob Riggert, Iowa District West Executive Assistant for Youth, Education, and Stewardship. The Open House will take place Friday, December 16, from 10 am to 4 pm at the District Office (409 Kenyon Road). Pastor Riggert has announced his retirement from his District position, effective January 31, 2012.

BARBERSHOP CHRISTMAS CONCERT is being held today at the Algona Methodist Church with performances at 2 and 4 p.m. Come join us!!

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (December 11, 2011-December 18, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Voter’s Meeting – Present & Vote on the 2013 Budget & Slate of Officers

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

7:00 PM Preschool Board

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

Friday 9-3:00 pm Retirement Open House for Bob Riggert, IDW Offices

Saturday 9:00 am Children’s Christmas Program Practice

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

1:30 pm Algona Nursing Home

Greeters next Sunday: Karla Schutter, Thomas and Christie

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for December: Kaitlyn Bierstedt

Ushers for December: * Vern Koestler, Gordon Oleson & Joe Heyes

Elder for December: Boyd Shipler

Announcements

2011-12-01T11:13:00.001-06:00

December 4, 2011

CHRISTMAS COFFEE – Join us for coffee and cookies after church today as we celebrate the beginning of the Christmas Season. Ladies Aid and Evening LWML Groups

*NOTE: The Sunday School Children will go downstairs to opening immediately following the service today. A plate of cookies and drinks will be available for them. We wish to get started right away! Shirlee Alt, Supt.

CHRISTMAS CHILDREN PROGRAM PRACTICE will be held Saturday Dec. 10 &17^th at 9:00 a.m. The Children’s Christmas Eve Program will be on Saturday, December 24^th at 6:00 p.m.

NOMINATING COMMITTEE needs to meet to get the slate of officers set for 2013. That committee is: Pastor Peterson, Elder, Wendell Christensen Sr., Senior Trustee, Mike Marlow, President, Jeff Schutjer and one other person appointed by the President.

POINSETTA PLANTS – There is a sign-up sheet in the back of the church for anyone who would like to purchase a poinsettia plant for the church to use for Christmas. You can take their plants home after Christmas morning services if you would like. Please pay Cheryl Batt for the plants!

SPECIAL COUNCIL AND VOTER’S MEETING will be held on Thursday, December 8^th. This meeting will be to present and approve the 2013 Budget and Slate of Officers. The Voter’s Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 11^th following the service.

ADOPTED FAMILY – St. John’s will be adopting a family again this year. As soon as the DHS Offices get the list compiled we will get the family information to you! Cash donations can be given to Don & Pam Madsen, Boyd and Rosann Shipler or Betty and Jerry Koestler.

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES - As many as one in three Americans admit to frequent periods of loneliness. Look around. Who do you know who might be feeling lonely this week? Jesus promises, “I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Find time this week to share these words of encouragement and your company with someone who might be feeling lonely. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

TRANSIT SERVICE – Effective now, the Region 2 Transit System based in Mason City will be the transit provider for Kossuth County. Service will operate Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. They will not be operating January 2^nd. Fares remain the same as they were. To schedule a ride or for further information, contact Region 2 Transit System at (641) 423-2262.

UP-COMING EVENTS

*City of Burt’s Holiday Open House will be held Saturday, December 10^th at the Burt Activity complex. Chili & Potato Soup will be served from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. with entertainment to follow.

*Security State Bank’s Holiday Open House will be Friday December 9^th with coffee & cookies being served from 9:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (December 4, 2011-December 11, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am LWML Christmas Coffee

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

7:30 pm Teachers’ Meeting

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

7:30 pm Council Meeting – Budget & Officers for 2013

Saturday 9:00 am Children’s Christmas Program Practice

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Voter’s Meeting – Budget and Slate of Officers

Greeters next Sunday: Larry Manus & Harold Lavrenz

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for December: Kaitlyn Bierstedt

Ushers for December: * Vern Koestler, Gordon Oleson & Joe Heyes

Elder for December: Boyd Shipler

Announcements

2011-11-25T09:00:00.001-06:00

November 27, 2011

GREETERS FOR TODAY: Duane and Linda Peter

PRAYER REQUESTS: … Chemo Treatments: Janice Trunkhill

… Nursing Home Residents: Dorothy Marlow

Homebound: June Bierstedt & Luella Schadendor

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Molly Melick-Blass (28^th ); Jason Christensen, Kevin Koestler (29^th); Jerry Koestler &

Eden Koestler (30^th). Michael Beirstedt & Nicolle Marlow (2^nd); Darrel Schmidt &

Derek Schutjer (3^rd ). Please notify the church office of any corrections)

THE WREATHS are in and you can pick them up in the garage. Your names are on the wreaths. We wish to thank you all for your generous support of the preschool! Kristen Faber, Teacher

CHRISTMAS CHILDREN PROGRAM PRACTICE will be held Saturday Dec. 3, 10,17^th at 9:00 a.m. The Children’s Christmas Eve Program will be on Saturday, December 24^th at 6:00 p.m.

THE KOINONIA GROUP is asking for help with the Adopted Family this year. As our group is no longer active we are asking the congregation to help us with this project! Contact: Boyd & Rosann Shipler or Don Pam Madsen if you would be willing to help.

KOINONIA MEETING – A short meeting about the adopted family will be held immediately following the service today. Any members from the congregation who are interested in helping, please attend.

CHRISTMAS COFFEE – Join us for coffee and cookies after church on Sunday December 4^th as we celebrate the beginning of the Christmas Season. Ladies Aid and Evening LWML Groups

POINSETTA PLANTS – There is a sign-up sheet for poinsettia’s in the back of the church for anyone who would like to purchase a plant for the church to use for Christmas. You can take their plants hom3e after Christmas morning services if you would like. Pay Cheryl Batt or the plants!

SPECIAL COUNCIL AND VOTER’S MEETING will be held on December 8^th. This meeting will be to present and approve the 2013 Budget and Slate of Officers. The Voter’s Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 11^th following the service.

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES – The rush is on for Christmas! There is so much to get done in such a small amount of time. But do not get stressed out; remember to reflect on the true meaning of Advent and Christmas this year as you make all of your plans and preparations. Take time out of your busy schedule each day to focus on God’s gift to you--Christ, our Lord. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

LOOKING AHEAD IN BURT

* Library Holiday Open House will be held on Friday, December 2^nd from 3:00 -5:30 p.m. Lots of goodies & fun!

*The Burt Business Christmas Coffee & Lions Club Santa Day will be held Saturday, December 3^rd at the Burt Activity Complex from 1:00 -3:00 p.m.

STEWARDSHIP CORNER – A theme the Apostle Paul returns to often throughout his letters in the New Testament is that of putting off the Old Adam and putting on the New Self. Get rid of those things that are a hindrance to your life in Christ. “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. And be thankful” (Colossians 3:2, 15). Focusing on temporal problems, we tend to get bogged down. Setting our minds on things above, however, we cannot but be thankful for all God is and all He has done and continues to do for us in Christ.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (November 27, 2011-December 4, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Mission Board

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

Saturday 9:00 am Children’s Christmas Program Practice

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am LWML Christmas Coffee

Greeters next Sunday: Jim and Kathy Struecker

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for November: Elyssa Marlow & Maci Marlow

Ushers for November: * Lynn Bierstedt, Michael Bierstedt & Paul Jahnke

Elder for November: Wendell Christensen Sr.

Announcements

2011-11-17T10:34:00.001-06:00

November 20, 2011

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR this morning has been given in love and celebration for 55 years of marriage by the children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of Wendell and Esther Christensen.

THE WREATHS are in and you can pick them up in the garage today. Your names are on the wreaths. We wish to thank you all for your generous support of the preschool! Kristen Faber, Teacher

CHRISTMAS CHILDREN PROGRAM PRACTICE will be held this Saturday, November 19^th at 9:00 a.m.

SPECIAL THANKS to Arlene and Don Behnkendorf for many many years of service to the church and the church secretary. Don and Arlene have come to help me each week by folding the Sunday bulletins . They now are ready to retire and I wish to thank them for their generous help. Blessing to you both! Rosann Shipler, Secretary

THANKSGIVING SERVICE with communion will be on Thursday, November 24^th at 9:00 a.m.

CHRISTMAS COFFEE – Join us for coffee and cookies after church on Sunday December 4^th as we celebrate the beginning of the Christmas Season. Ladies Aid and Evening LWML Groups

POINSETTA PLANTS – There will be a sign-up sheet for poinsettia’s in the back of the church for anyone who would like to purchase a plant for the church to use for Christmas. You can take their plants hom3e after Christmas morning services if you would like. Pay Cheryl Batt or the plants!

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES – The history of Thanksgiving can be traced back to 1621during colonial times. Abraham Lincoln finally proclaimed Thanksgiving a nationally observed holiday in 1863. Today, Thanksgiving gives us the opportunity to reflect on the many good things that have happened in our lives over the past year and to help those less fortunate than ourselves. Reach out to someone who may need that extra support or refer them to the services of LFS. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

HOSPICE OF THE HEARTLAND – “Lights of Life” With the holiday season approaching, Hospice of the Heartland announces the Lights of Life Program. Our goal is to increase community awareness and understanding of the work being done by Hospice of the Heartland, while at the same time raising funds to support that work. You are invited to attend a memorial service and tree-lighting ceremony at Kossuth Regional Health Center, Algona, Sunday, December 4, 2011 at6 2:00 p.m. and also at Hancock County Memorial Hospital, Britt, Sunday, December 4, at 5:00 p.m. Forms for contributions for the lighting is on the table in the back.

LOOKING AHEAD IN BURT

* Library Holiday Open House will be held on Friday, December 2^nd from 3:00 -5:30 p.m. Lots of goodies & fun!

*The Burt Business Christmas Coffee & Lions Club Santa Day will be held Saturday, December 3^rd at the Burt Activity Complex from 1:00 -3:00 p.m.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (November 20, 2011-November 27, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

11:30 am Huskamp Bible Study

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm No Religion School

7:30 pm Pastor at Luvene for Thanksgiving Service

Thursday 9:00 am Thanksgiving Service (Holy Communion)

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Mission Board

Thanksgiving Greeters Arnie and Bev Skadburg

Greeters next Sunday: Duane and Linda Peter

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for November: Elyssa Marlow & Maci Marlow

Ushers for November: * Lynn Bierstedt, Michael Bierstedt & Paul Jahnke

Elder for November: Wendell Christensen Sr.

Announcements

2011-11-10T10:56:00.001-06:00

November 13, 2011

ELDERS are to meet briefly with Pastor following the service today.

A FREE WILL OFFERING is being taken today for The Kossuth County Food Pantry. The pantry has seen an increase in usage over summer and is need of donations to cover that need. This is the only offering that will be taken for them during the year so please give generously! Thanks!

WREATH SALES – The Kids of the Kingdom Preschool will be ordering wreaths again this year from the Belle Plaine Nursery and we are taking orders for them through today- November 13^th. Information on the wreaths and order forms are available in the back of the church or from one of the Preschool students Brecken Borchardt, Caela Faber, Lillian Peterson, Tennille Phelps, Hailee Reutzel, or Rachel Person. If you have any questions, please contact me at 320-4156 or the church office 924-3344. We would like you to pay for the wreath when you order them. They will be delivered early this year as the route truck will bring them on November 16^th and you can pick them up at church beginning Sunday, November 20^th. Kristen Faber, Preschool Teacher

CHRISTMAS DECORATING COMMITTEE will meet today following the service to discuss decorating the church. Committee Members are: Jessie & Lucas Parsons, Tony & Stefanie Hatten, Joan and Vern Koestler, Pam and Randy Reimers

THANK YOU to the Sunday School, Bible Class, and all of the individual members who remembered me during "Pastor Appreciation Month." I am grateful for your expressions of appreciation as well as for the cards and gifts you left. Burt continues to be a great place to serve as a new pastor, and your cooperation and appreciation have certainly played a part in making it that way. --Pastor Peterson

CHRISTMAS CHILDREN PROGRAM PRACTICE will be held this Saturday, November 19^th at 9:00 a.m.

BUDGET MEETING will be held on Tuesday, November 15^th at 7:00 p.m. Those on this committee are:

Finance Committee, Financial Head, Pastor, and the 2^nd Year Trustee.

THANKSGIVING SERVICE with communion will be on Thursday, November 24^th at 9:00 a.m.

REQUEST – Forms are still available in the back for you to give us addresses and emails of former family members for the upcoming Centennial Celebration in 2013. You can leave them in the box when finished or give them to Vern or Rosann in the church office. Thanks for all you help!

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES – LFS has a new website specifically devoted to marriages. Please visit www.helpingmarriageswork.com to learn more about the services we have to offer to couples who are experiencing difficult times.. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

PANCAKE BREAKFAST - The Burt VFW will host a breakfast today, November 13^th from 8:00 a.m. till noon. Eggs, sausage and pancakes will be served at the Burt Community Center. Free will donation.

LOOKING AHEAD IN BURT

* Library Holiday Open House will be held on Friday, December 2^nd from 3:00 -5:30 p.m. Lots of goodies & fun!

*The Burt Business Christmas Coffee & Lions Club Santa Day will be held Saturday, December 3^rd at the Burt Activity Complex from 1:00 -3:00 p.m.

HOSPICE OF THE HEARTLAND – “Lights of Life” With the holiday season approaching, Hospice of the Heatland announces the Lights of Life Program. Our goal is to increase community awareness and understanding of the work being done by Hospice of the Heartland, while at the same time raising funds to support that work. You are invited to attend a memorial service and tree-lighting ceremony at Kossuth Regional Health Center, Algona, Sunday, December 4, 2011 at6 2:00 p.m. and also at Hancock County Memorial Hospital, Britt, Sunday, December 4, at 5:00 p.m. Forms for contributions for the lighting is on the table in the back.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (November 13, 2011-November 20, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Elders Meet with Pastor

10:00 am Christmas Decorating Committee Meeting

Monday 9:00 am Preschool (date change)

Tuesday 9:00 am No Preschool

7:00 pm Evening LWML

7:00 pm Budget Committee Meeting

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

Saturday 9:00 am Christmas Program Practice

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday: Doris Blocker and Mary Steven

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for November: Elyssa Marlow & Maci Marlow

Ushers for November: * Lynn Bierstedt, Michael Bierstedt & Paul Jahnke

Elder for November: Wendell Christensen Sr.

Announcements

2011-11-03T10:40:00.001-05:00

November 6, 2011

GREETERS FOR TODAY: Steve and Vickie Madsen

PRAYER REQUESTS: … Chemo Treatments: Janice Trunkhill & Rhonda Roorda

… Recovering: Delbert Schealler at West Campus

… Military: Brady Shaffer

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Larry Behnkendorf (7^th); Zachery Steven (8^th); Mary Gifford & Tessa Reutzel (9^th);

Jenny Bengs & Barb Schroeder (10^th); Jim Redemske (11^th).

Please notify the church office of any corrections)

WREATH SALES – The Kids of the Kingdom Preschool will be ordering wreaths again this year from the Belle Plaine Nursery and we are taking orders for them through Sunday November 13^th. Information on the wreaths and order forms are available in the back of the church or from one of the Preschool students Brecken Borchardt, Caela Faber, Lillian Peterson, Tennille Phelps, Hailee Reutzel, or Rachel Person. If you have any questions, please contact me at 320-4156 or the church office 924-3344. We would like you to pay for the wreath when you order them. They will be delivered early this year as the route truck will bring them on November 16^th and you can pick them up at church beginning Sunday, November 20^th. Kristen Faber, Preschool Teacher

CHRISTMAS DECORATING COMMITTEE will meet next Sunday, November 13^th following the service to discuss decorating the church. Committee Members are: Jessie & Lucas Parsons, Tony & Stefanie Hatten, Joan and Vern Koestler, Pam and Randy Reimers

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES – Why do we procrastinate? According to author Rita Emmett in her book, The Procrastinator’s Handbook, there are two main reasons why we procrastinate. Either the project is too overwhelming or the things we are putting off are unpleasant. So true! Her advice is to set small goals for completing projects and establishing deadlines for them. This helps eliminate stress and makes tasks more enjoyable. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

OMELET BREAKFAST is being held on Sunday, November 6^th at the Burt Activity Complex from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Free Will Donation Sponsored by the Burt Lions Club

TURKEY DINNER – The Traditional Turkey Meal with Desserts will be served at the Lone Rock Presbyterian Church on Sunday, November 6, 2011 from 10:30 -1:00 p.m. Free Will Donation with 100% going to Kossuth County Care Team and Kossuth County Food Pantry.

VFW PANCAKE BREAKFAST - The Burt VFW will host a breakfast on Sunday, November 13^th from 8:00 a.m. till noon. Eggs, sausage and pancakes will be served at the Burt Community Center. Free will donation.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (November 6, 2011-November 13, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

7:00 pm Preschool Board Meeting

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

7:30 pm Centennial Celebration Meeting

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday: Mike and Amy Bierstedt

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for November: Elyssa Marlow & Maci Marlow

Ushers for November: *Lynn Bierstedt, Michael Bierstedt & Paul Jahnke

Elder for November: Wendell Christensen Sr.

Announcements

2011-10-27T11:12:00.001-05:00

October 30, 2011

HEARTFELT THANK YOU! The family of Roy Roed would like to express our sincere appreciation to everyone for the food, cards, words of kindness and the many prayers during Roy’s passing. A special thank you to Pastor Peterson for the comforting service and all the workers, men and women who served and set up the funeral luncheon. Your love and concern is very much appreciated! The Family of Roy Roed

REQUEST – Thank you to all who have responded to the mailing lists for the Centennial Celebration. We are making some progress but have a ways to go. Please pick up an address form at the back of the church, complete and if possible include e-mail addresses as this will save postage when we mail the invitations. Give us addresses of your former members of St. John’s. This includes former family and friends that were baptized, confirmed or married here at St. John’s. Forms may be placed back in the box or dropped off at the church office. Thanks Vern and Rosann.

OUTREACH EVENT –Outreach Resource and Training Event will be held on November 5^th at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Storm Lake from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pastor Peterson will be heading up the event and will be leading a break-out session. Cost: $15 per individual or $30 per family. Registration is due November 1 on Tuesday and you can do that by contacting Pastor or online at www.idwlcms.org/outreach or call Jill at 515-576-7666. (Info also on insert in today’s bulletin)

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES - You can’t change the way other people act, but you can change the way you react to them. This concept is especially difficult in family life, but remains true, nonetheless. If you are having a hard time learning proper “reaction strategies”, LFS counselors can help. Lutheran Family Service of Iowa

OMELET BREAKFAST is being held on Sunday, November 6^th at the Burt Activity Complex from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Free Will Donation Sponsored by the Burt Lions Club

HALLOWEEN PARTY – Exceptional Opportunities Annual Community Halloween Party will be on Monday, October 31^st from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the basement of the West and East Homes, 310- Wisconsin St. Light suppoer will be served. Games for 1-11 year old children. Follow the eerie path!!

WALKING SEASON has started at the Burt Activity Complex and is open from 7:30 a.m. till 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday for walking. Please stop ;by City hall to pay the fee and fill out the registration form. $35.00 per person .

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (October 30, 2011- November 6, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Reformation Sunday Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

7:30 pm Teacher’s Meeting

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

1:30 pm LWML Ladies Aid

Saturday 9:00 am Grounded-Growing -Reaching Mission Event

Daylight Savings Time Ends

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday: Steve and Vickie Madsen

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for October: Aly Bierstedt & Carolyn Faber

Ushers for October: * Randy Reimers, Terry Briggs & Terry Tieman

Elder for October: Jeff Schutjer

Announcements

2011-10-20T11:13:00.001-05:00

October 23, 2011

FUNERAL SERVICES for Roy Roed will be held here at St. John’s on Monday, October 24^th at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will be at Lentz Funeral Home in Burt from 3-5 p.m.

THANK YOU! Kids of the Kingdom Preschool would like to thank everyone who attended our soup luncheon on Sunday. We were so pleased with the turnout. Special thanks to the ladies of the LWML groups who helped with providing us bars - they are always a big hit and such a nice variety. Thank you also to the students who helped us with serving and also keeping the tables filled. Without your help, your preschool wouldn't be able to operate as it does today and give such a wonderful Christian opportunity for our students. May God bless each of you! Kids of the Kingdom Board and Staff

PARISH MESSENGER ARTICLES for the month of November and December are due to Linda Kerkove today!

REQUEST - The Mailing Committee for the Centennial Celebration requests your help for addresses of your relatives or friends that are former members of St. Johns. Please pick up a address form at the back of the church, complete and if possible include e-mail addresses as this will save postage when we mail the invitations. Forms may be placed back in the box or dropped off at the church office. Thanks Vern and Rosann.

OUTREACH EVENT – The Registration deadline in coming November 1, 2011 for the Outreach Resource and Training Event to be held on November 5^th at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Storm Lake from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We will be having Rev. Bob Newton, President of the California-Nevada-Hawaii District as our keynote speaker. Many break-out sessions will be available and you may attend at least 2 during the day. Pastor Peterson will be heading up the event and will be leading a break-out session. If you wish to know more about this event feel free to talk to him. Cost: $15 per individual or $30 per family. Family activities and babysitting will be available. Registration is due November 1 on Tuesday and you can do that by contacting Pastor or online at 222.idwlcms.org/outreach or call Jill at 515-576-7666. (Info also on insert in today’s bulletin)

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (October 23, 2011- October 30, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Sunday Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Mission Board

Monday 10:30 am Funeral Services for Roy Roed

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

11:30 am Huskamp Bible Study

2:00 pm Good Samaritan Home Bible Study

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Reformation Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

Greeters next Sunday: Randy and Pam Reimers

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for October: Aly Bierstedt & Carolyn Faber

Ushers for October: * Randy Reimers, Terry Briggs & Terry Tieman

Elder for October: Jeff Schutjer

Announcements

2011-10-13T11:06:00.001-05:00

October 16, 2011

SOUP LUNCHEON - Kids of the Kingdom Preschool is holding their annual soup luncheon fundraiser today from 11a.m. to 1p.m. in the church basement. You are invited to join us for delicious chili and chicken noodle soup and also help support the preschool in providing a Christian environment for the students early education years.

Kids of the Kingdom Board and Staff

PARISH MESSENGER ARTICLES for the month of November and December are due to Linda Kerkove by Sunday, October 23^rd.

OUTREACH EVENT – This Outreach Resource and Training Event is an excellent opportunity for you to hear an exciting keynote speaker, participate in your choice of interesting break-out sessions, connect with ministries from across the district at the Ministry Fair, and a chance to participate in an easy hands-on community service event. Best of all +Grounded + Growing + Reaching+ is for the whole family! Special programming is included for children and teens ages 0-18. Rev. Bob Newton, President of the California-Nevada-Hawaii District of the LCMS will serve as keynote speaker for the event and lead two group discussions. This event is being held on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Storm Lake, Iowa. Registration and the Ministry Fair will begin at 9:00 a.m. with speakers and sessions to start at 10:00 a.m. Activities will conclude at 4:00 p.m. Pastor Peterson is heading up the event and will be leading a break-out session. If you wish to know more about this event feel free to talk to him. Cost: $15 per individual or $30 per family. Registration is due by Tuesday November 1^st.

For more information and registration online www.idwlcms.org/outreach, call Jill at 515-576-7666 or talk to Pastor Peterson.

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES - Did you know Lutheran Family Service of Iowa is now on Facebook? Be sure to check them out and “like” us so that you can receive announcements and other important information on your Facebook home page. Lutheran Family Services of Iowa

BENEFIT– A benefit was held for Gordon and Joan Wright of Lone Rock (info got to church late) on Thursday at the Chatterbox Café in Lone Rock. Thrivent Care Abounds in Communities is contributing funds and donations are still being accepted at Doocy’s Repair till December 1, 2011 or you can mail it to PO Box 16 Lone Rock, Iowa 50559

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (October 16, 2011- October 23, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Sunday Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

10:45 am Pastor Preaching at LuVerne

11am-1:00 pm Kids of Kingdom Preschool Soup Luncheon

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

7:00 pm Evening LWML –Lunch: Kim Reutzel and Program: Michelle Feuring

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Mission Board

Greeters next Sunday: Joe and Rachel Jahnke

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for October: Aly Bierstedt & Carolyn Faber

Ushers for October: * Randy Reimers, Terry Briggs & Terry Tieman

Elder for October: Jeff Schutjer

Annoucements

2011-10-06T11:15:00.001-05:00

October 9, 2011

QUARTERLY VOTER’S MEETING will be held immediately following the service.

LWML LADIES will be hosting coffee/cookies following the council meeting this morning in recognition of all the work the Lutheran Women Missionary League does. Please, stay and have coffee and fellowship!

SOUP LUNCHEON - Kids of the Kingdom Preschool, St. John's Lutheran in Burt, will be having their annual soup luncheon fundraiser on October 16^th from 11a.m. to 1p.m. in the church basement. We invite everyone to join us to help support the preschool in providing a Christian environment for the students early education years.

Kids of the Kingdom Board and Staff

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION FUND – St. John’s Centennial Committee has received a Paul Hasse Memorial and a Thrivent donation to be given to the Centennial Celebration in 2013. A separate fund has been opened at the bank to handle receipts and expenses for the Centennial Celebration. Donations to this account can be given by marking a separate envelope St. John’s Centennial and place it in the offering plate, leave it in the office or give it to Committee President, Lynn Bierstedt.

THANK YOU – A donation of $500 has been given to the Centennial Celebration Fund by St. John’s Thrivent Committee. Thanks to all members of Thrivent who designate their choice dollars to St. John’s.

Committee: Pastor, Darrel Schmidt, Doris Blocker and Debra Steven

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION COMMITTEE will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

For more information and registration online www.idwlcms.org/outreach, call Jill at 515-576-7666 or talk to Pastor Peterson.

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES - Saint Peter compares the suffering we endure in this life to a refiner’s fire, working to purify our faith. Lutheran Family Service, through its Christ-centered counseling services, seeks to help people understand the difficulties in their life through the eyes of faith. If you or someone you know is in the midst of unbearable suffering, please contact your local LFS office. Lutheran Family Services of Iowa

POTATO BAKE – On Friday, October 14, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. a Potato Bake will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church Life Center. The cost per person will be $7.00 and you can get your advanced tickets at Trinity, Diamonds or Mary Hannover at Good Samaritan Home. This is sponsored by the Auxiliary and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and proceeds will go for Automatic Door Openers.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (October 9, 2011- October 16, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am LWML Sunday Service

10:00 am Voter’s Meeting

10:15 am Sunday School

10:30 am LWML Coffee

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

7:00 pm Preschool Board Meeting

Pastor at IDW Leadership Retreat

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

7:30 pm Centennial Celebration Meeting

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

Saturday 3:00 pm Soup Luncheon Set-up

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

11 am- 1:00 pm Preschool Soup Luncheon

10:45 am Pastor Preaching at LuVerne

Greeters next Sunday: Darrel and Mary Schmidt

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for October: Aly Bierstedt & Carolyn Faber

Ushers for October: * Randy Reimers, Terry Briggs & Terry Tieman

Elder for October: Jeff Schutjer

Announcements

2011-09-29T10:17:00.001-05:00

October 2, 2011

Kids of the Kingdom Board and Staff

QUARTERLY COUNCIL MEETING will be held on Thursday, October 6^th at 7:30 p.m. The Elders will meet with Pastor at 6:30 p.m. The Voter’s Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, October 9^th following the service.

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION FUND – St. John’s Centennial Committee has received a Paul Hasse Memorial donation to be given to the Centennial Celebration in 2013. A separate fund has been opened at the bank to handle receipts and expenses for the Centennial Celebration. Donations to this account can be given by marking a separate envelope St. John’s Centennial and place it in the offering plate, leave it in the office or give it to Committee President, Lynn Bierstedt.

INFORMATIONAL SHEETS have been available in the back for several weeks now. Please pick up a form(s) and return those to the church office so we can begin the process of getting them in the computer data. We are looking for addresses of former family members, phone numbers, emails or any contact information. Questions contact Vern Koestler or Rosann Shipler and return them to the church office.

DEPLOYED TO IRAQ – Brady Shaffer is now been assigned to duty in Iraq. Cards can be sent to him at: Shaffer, Brady, Second line: NMCB 1 Seabees, Third line: Det Whiskey, Fourth Line: APO AE 09391. He left on June 9^th and will be there 8 to 10 months. Keep Brady in your prayers!

85 YEARS YOUNG: Come Celebrate with Caroline Kressin for her birthday - October 1^st- 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. at First English Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall. Refreshments will be served. First English Lutheran Church address – 1311 E 18^th St – Spencer, IA 51301. If you are unable to celebrate with us in person cards may be mailed to her address: Caroline Kressin - 1102 St. Luke Drive # 307 - Spencer, Iowa 51301

OUTREACH EVENT – Don’t miss this exciting day of being +grounded+ in God’s Word, +growing+ in Christian faith, and +teaching+ out with God’s grace! This Outreach Resource and Training event will be held on Saturday November 5, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, Storm Lake. There will be breakout sessions, the opportunity to connect with local ministry leaders at a Ministry Fair and activities for kids and teens. Keynote Speaker will be Dr. Robert Newton President from the California-Nevada-Hawaii District. Pastor Jason Peterson will lead one of the break-out sessions. For more information and registration online www.idwlcms.org/outreach, call Jill at 515-576-7666 or talk to Pastor Peterson.

THRIVENT ANNUAL MEETING will be held today at the Burt Complex at noon. We are calling it our Shredded Party - come see what we are having to eat and what kind of prize you might win! Thanks so much! Kathy Paul

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES - October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Be sure to let your pastor know what a special gift he is to your church by sending him a little note of encouragement or simply by keeping him in your daily prayers. He and his family will appreciate your support. Lutheran Family Services of Iowa

POTATO BAKE – On Friday, October 14, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. a Potato Bake will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church Life Center. The cost per person will be $7.00 and you can get your advanced tickets at Trinity, Diamonds or Mary Hannover at Good Samaritan Home. This is sponsored by the Auxiliary and Trhivent Finacial for Lutherans and proceeds will go for Automatic Door Openers.

CAMP OKOBOJI FALL VOLUNTEER WEEKEND - Camp Okoboji is providing opportunities for volunteer service this fall. You, your spouse, your family, your friend(s) may come and stay at Camp Okoboji on September 30 and October 1 and volunteer to assist the full-time and year around staff with lots of projects. Please call ahead for reservations at 712-337-3325 so we can make plans for housing and meals. We will be holding church services in the Christian Life Center on Sunday, October 2. Pastor Michael Harman from Newell will lead the worship service. There will be an Omelet Brunch on Sunday, October 2 from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. A free-will offering will be taken with the proceeds going to the Annual Fund. Make plans now to join us!

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (October 2, 2011- October 9, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

12:00 pm Thrivent Election Meeting at Burt Complex

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

1:30 pm LWML Ladies Aid

6:30 pm Elders Meeting

7:30 pm Council Meeting

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am LWML Sunday Service

10:00 am Voter’s Meeting

10:15 am Sunday School

10:30 am LWML Coffee

Greeters next Sunday: Lucas and Jessie Parsons

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for October: Aly Bierstedt & Carolyn Faber

Ushers for October: *Randy Reimers, Terry Briggs & Terry Tieman

Elder for October: Jeff Schutjer

Announcements

2011-09-22T11:02:00.001-05:00

September 25, 2011

COLLEGE STUDENTS/PARENTS – We need your new updated college address for the church records. Please bring that information to the church office. Any other changes of members addresses that are on our church roster, please also get those to me. Thanks! Rosann

INFORMATIONAL SHEETS have been available in the back for several weeks now. Please pick up a form(s) and return those to the church office so we can begin the process of getting them in the computer data. We are looking for addresses of former members, phone numbers, emails or any contact information. Questions contact Vern Koestler or Rosann Shipler and return them to the church office.

THRIVENT ANNUAL MEETING – We would like you to remind all the Thrivent members in church to RSVP for the Thrivent Annual Election Meeting by today (Sept 25) if you will be attending on Sunday, Oct 2^nd at 12:00 noon. It will be at the Burt Activity Complex. We are calling it our Shredded Party - come see what we are having to eat and what kind of prize you might win! You can RSVP to me by email or phone 515-320-1149. If it is during the day it will go to my voicemail! Thanks so much! Kathy Paul

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES - We have officially entered the season of autumn and with it will come beautiful changes in our scenery. Take a moment to enjoy and thank God for the cooler days and when the time comes, build a leaf pile with your children or grandchildren. You might even succumb to the temptation to jump into it with them! Lutheran Family Services of Iowa

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (September 25, 2011- October 2, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Mission Board

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

12:00 pm Thrivent Election Meeting at Burt Complex

Greeters next Sunday: Ken McFarland and Mary Gifford

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for September: Olivia Marlow

Ushers for September: * Mike Marlow, Lyle Karels & Joe Jahnke

Elder for September: Boyd Shipler

Announcements

2011-09-15T10:55:00.001-05:00

September 18, 2011

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR today were given by Lorraine Drager in memory of the Drager Family: Eugene, Leonard, Martha and Irene.

CALENDAR CHANGE – Communion will not be celebrated on the 25^th as the Calendar indicates.

SPECIAL THANKS from the Board of Education for everyone who joined us for cookies and coffee last Sunday and especially for your generous donations to be used for Sunday school supplies.

HEARTFELT THANKS - St. John’s Thrivent Advocates would like to thank our Thrivent members for the monies that have been designated to our church from their Thrivent choice dollars. Some of that money ($400) was used in the church to purchase t-shirts for the Vacation Bible School this year. We appreciate your support of our church in this way!

St. John’s Thrivent Advocates: Pastor, Darrel Schmidt, Doris Blocker and Deb Steven

A SHORT MONTHLY COUNCIL MEETING will be held Thursday, September 22^nd at 7:30 p.m. This is a monthly meeting and Pastor Steve Turner, representing IDW will visit with the council. “Titus Talks” is a program from the District to connect with all churches in the District to listen to the needs of congregations, to celebrate God’s grace and blessings in congregations, to strengthen the relationship between congregations and District staff and to explore mission fields in the communities of the District and to gain information for direction to the 2012 District Convention. Please plan to attend if you are a council member.

BE A TEAM TEACHER! - Dear fellow members of St. John’s Lutheran Church – WE NEED YOUR HELP in teaching our youth! We are looking for a few more “TEAM TEACHERS” for our Sunday School classes for the combined 1^st & 2^nd grades and 3^rd & 4^th grades. Last year we had 24 children in all to start our church year – THAT IS WONDERFUL!! Let’s work together and keep it going! We also really need a team teacher for the 3^rd & 4^th grade Religion School Class. PLEASE consider TEAM teaching where this allows much needed flexibility for our busy lives today! The teaching materials and guide books are provided – giving you the tools needed to teach God’s word. By getting more volunteers would allow you to teach one Sunday a month. Is this asking too much? Won’t you PLEASE consider getting involved in teaching these young people – they are our FUTURE! Let’s keep our faith growing! Board of Education, Mary Schmidt, Brenda Schutjer, Karla Schutter

INFORMATIONAL SHEETS have been available in the back for several weeks now. Please pick up a form(s) and return those to the church office so we can begin the process of getting them in the computer data. We are looking for addresses of former members, phone numbers, emails or any contact information. Questions contact Vern Koestler or Rosann Shipler and return them to the church office

CAMP OKOBOJI FALL VOLUNTEER WEEKEND - Camp Okoboji is providing opportunities for volunteer service this fall. You, your spouse, your family, your friend(s) may come and stay at Camp Okoboji on September 30 and October 1 and volunteer to assist the full-time and year around staff with lots of projects. Please call ahead for reservations at 712-337-3325 so we can make plans for housing and meals. We will be holding church services in the Christian Life Center on Sunday, October 2. Pastor Michael Harman from Newell will lead the worship service.There will be an Omelet Brunch on Sunday, October 2 from 9:30 until 1:00. A free-will offering will be taken with the proceeds going to the Annual Fund. Make plans now to join us!

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES - Have you ever considered building your family through adoption? Lutheran Family Service is currently accepting applications from couples ready to begin the adoption process. Basic requirements include being in a healthy marriage of at least three years, active in your Christian faith, in good mental and physical health, and residents of the State of Iowa. Contact LFS for more information. Lutheran Family Services of Iowa

FALL LWML RALLY will be held at Zion Lutheran LuVerne on September 20^th with registration at 4:30 p.m. Rev. Mark Gerken from IDW Missions will be the guest speaker. The LWML group is collecting new or used Bibles or devotionals for adults or children to be taken to the Rally and handed out at the Garner Food Pantry. If you have extras, please bring them to the church before the 20^th. Also cash donations are being collected for the flood victims in the Missouri Valley area. Give that money to Janice Schealler. Thanks!

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S – (September 18, 2011- September 25, 2011)

Today 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service (Holy Communion)

10:00 am Sunday School

Tuesday 9:00 am Preschool

4:30 pm LWML Fall Rally at Zion LuVerne

Wednesday 9:00 am Preschool

6:00 pm Religion School

6:30 pm Choir

Thursday 9:00 am Preschool

7:30 pm Monthly Council Meeting with Pastor Steve Turner

Sunday 8:15 am Adult Bible Class

9:00 am Service

10:00 am Sunday School

10:00 am Mission Board

Greeters next Sunday: Tony and Stefanie Hatten

Head Usher: Roger Lavrenz

Acolyte for September: Olivia Marlow

Ushers for September: * Mike Marlow, Lyle Karels & Joe Jahnke

Elder for September: Boyd Shipler