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St. John Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 460 W We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure… Hebrews 6:19 St. John Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 460 W. Erie Street Rogers City, MI 49779 www.stjohnsoars.com 989-734-3580 Rev. J. Derek Riddle (309) 840-0989 [email protected] Church: [email protected] School: [email protected] 01/11/20 Mission Statement: To be an anchor of hope in Christ! We cordially welcome all who are worshiping with us this week. May our Lord Jesus Christ grant you the will and the wisdom to renounce the world and to live as His follower and disciple. Please Sign Fellowship Folder Located on inside end of each pew. Use one line per person. This folder is used to record attendance and communion participation. VISITORS – you are invited to share your names and addresses in our Guest Book in the entryway of the church. Youth Invite High School students are invited to attend a Senior Youth Bible Study at Peace each Sunday morning from 8:45 until 9:20 a.m. Beginning January 12, they will begin a new "Apologetics" study. What is Apologetics? Normally, when we think of the word "apology," we think of admitting we are wrong or regret. However, when Christians study apologetics, this refers to defending our faith, not apologizing for it. This study will take a deeper look at what we believe versus what the world is telling us to believe. Women’s Bible Study will be held 6:30pm, January 20 at St. John. Ladies Aid Potluck at Hilltop will take place January 14 at 11:30am. Bring your favorite dish and share in Christian fellowship. Questions, phone Joan at 734-2228. All are welcome. Large print copies of the week’s worship verses are printed each week. Please let an usher know if you are interested in having one. Divine Service Setting 3 (p.184 ff) First Sunday after the Epiphany Hymns Opening Hymn: 537 – Beautiful Savior Sermon Hymn: 405 – To Jordan’s River Came Our Lord Closing Hymn: 922 – Go, My Children, with My Blessing Readings Old Testament Reading – Isaiah 42:1-9 Epistle Reading – Romans 6:1-11 Holy Gospel Reading – Matthew 3:13-17 Introit – Psalm 2:7-11, 12c; antiphon: Isaiah 42:1a Pastor: Behold My servant, whom I uphold, People: My chosen, in whom My soul delights. Men: I will tell of the decree: The Lord said to Me, “You are My Son; today I have begotten You. Ask of Me, and I will make the nations Your heritage, and the ends of the earth Your possession. You shall break them with a rod of iron and dash them in pieces like a potter’s vessel.” Women: Now therefore, O kings, be wise; be warned, O rulers of the earth. Serve the Lord with fear, and rejoice with trembling, for His wrath is quickly kindled. Blessed are all who take refuge in Him. People: Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. Pastor: Behold My servant, whom I uphold, People: My chosen, in whom My soul delights. Prayer of the Day Father in heaven, at the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River You proclaimed Him Your beloved Son and anointed Him with the Holy Spirit. Make all who are baptized in His name faithful in their calling as Your children and inheritors with Him of everlasting life; through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Weekly Calendar – Jan. 11 to 19 Saturday/11 5:00p Worship at St. John Monday/13 9:00a Scrip Orders Due Tuesday/14 11:30a Ladies Aid Potluck 6:00p Church Council Wednesday/15 5:30p Handbells Thursday/16 9:00a Quilters 10:00a St. Michael’s Women Study Friday/17 11:45a Early Dismissal at School Saturday/18 5:00p Holy Communion at St. John Handbells Ring Those Serving the Lord This Weekend Officiant: Rev. J. Derek Riddle Reader: Candace Kowalski Organist: Paula Streich Deacons: Tyler Idalski & Andy Grulke Those Sharing Their Faith With Us Attendance: January 4: 84 In Our Prayers the Week of January 12 At the request of a couple of members, we would like to begin an ongoing prayer list which will be updated weekly and included in the bulletin each week. You might consider posting the list on your refrigerator or in a prominent place in which you will see it throughout the week. If you would like to add a name to this list, please share your prayer requests with either the school office or Pastor Riddle, whether in person, by phone, or by E-mail. Pastor Riddle may be reached by phone at (309) 840-0989 (voice or text) or by E-mail at [email protected]. Shut-ins at Medilodge Marlin & Arlene Thomas Geraldine Barr Valerie Bade Juliana Augsburger Shut-ins Orchard Manor Shirley Wenzel Shut-ins Birch Lane Adult Foster Care Ralph Kreft Royce Grulke Shut-in Sally’s Care Betty Rusch Shut-in at Home Mark Bruning Recovering from Surgery Sue Wilson Ivan Wirgau Jackie Wirgau Recovering from Hospital Stay Roger Hein, husband of Sharon Service Men & Women Alexa Quaine Megan Quaine Carissa Lantz Elizabeth Wickersham Steven Pauly Karl Daniels II Loss of Loved One David Urban, brother of Geri Felax Ladies’ Bible Study Has Begun The next six-week Ladies' Bible Study will began at St. Michael's on Thursday, January 9 at 10:00am in the St. Michael's Parish Hall. We are studying Quiet Heroes of the Faith such as Dorcas, John Mark, and Hannah. All ladies in the area are invited to attend. We will meet six Thursdays in a row, weather permitting. If the schools are closed for the day, we don't have class. Any questions, contact Linda Schalk at 766-8073 or [email protected]. St. John Raffle Tickets Available to Buy or Sell Through February 13, St. John Lutheran School will be selling raffle tickets. Tickets are $10 each. Three winners will receive a cash prize, amount determined by amount of tickets sold. First prize is 30% of ticket sales, Second 15% and Third 5%. The drawing will be held at 3:15pm on February 14 at the school. Support from parents, church members, and community is greatly appreciated. We need people to buy tickets as well as persons to sell. Contact Monica at 766-8114 if you are able to help or need further information. Profits will go to the St. John Preschool Program. Spuds and Splits Loaded Baked Potato w/ choice of toppings Banana Split or Sundae w/ various toppings Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 4-7 p.m. or until sold out Where: Peace Lutheran Church YOU CAN SCAN YOUR RECEIPTS FOR BOXTOPS using the boxtops app. Now you can do receipts from: Wal-Mart Grocery, Wal-Mart.Com, Wal-Mart pay, SamsClub.Com, Sams club scan & go, Target.com, Instacart and Jet.com. Remember they have to be scanned within 14 days. Also, the school can earn bonus boxtops till 2-4-2020 from Annies, Gushies, Fruit by the Foot, Fruit Rollup, Pillsbury strudel products, Chex Mix, Gardetos, and Buglers. 2020 PIZZA CARDS ARE STILL AVAILABLE If you like Lighthouse Pizza, we have a great deal for you that also benefits our school. You can get a card worth 5 pizzas for $49 or you can get a 2020 pizza-a-month card for $99 (12 pizzas). In Loving Memory of James Friedrich A gift was given by Christine Clark to the Church General Fund In Loving Memory of Wilbert & Eileen Radtke A gift was given by their daughters Kay Radtke & Lyn Radtke Knapp to the Church General Fund St. John Military Addresses Karl Daniels II Quaine, Alexa R. Megan Quaine 4000 Rio Rd. #17 PSC 9 Box 5023 1620 NE Cinderloop Carmel, CA APO AE 09123-0028 Mountain Home, ID 93923 83648 .
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