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5 p.m. Sanctuary ServiceGreeters Jim and Merry Snell
Ushers Nicolas Evans
Reader Becky WietiesAltar Guild Marilyn GorsekCommunion Assistants Betty Stuemke, Becky WietiesMusician Melissa RosellePreaching/Presiding Minister Pastor Greg Busboom8 a.m. Sanctuary ServiceGreeters Andy, Jennifer, Jacob and Lucas Read
Ushers Mike Bloechle, Mark Books, Dale Gronewold, Brian Metz, Ed Skube
Reader Amy HamannAltar Guild Marilyn Gorsek
Communion Assistants Bob Borcherding, Amy Hamann, Diana Skube, Dick Wieties
Acolytes Frankie Kulavic, Elinor SimmonsPreaching Minister Pastor Greg BusboomPresiding Minister Pastor Ladd Sonnenberg10:30 a.m. Sanctuary ServiceGreeters Bob and Anita Walbaum
Ushers Terry Ahrens, Jim Sanders, Pam SandersReader Roger WilliamsAltar Guild Johneita Osterhuber, Juanita SavisteCommunion Assistants Dennis Bomke, Marcia Burris,
Rosemary Carlson, Jean Sergent, Roger WilliamsAcolytes Alex Remolina, Lucas Ryan
Flower Delivery Jolene ReddyPreaching Minister Pastor Greg BusboomPresiding Minister Pastor Ladd Sonnenberg10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service - Parish Life CenterHospitality Gary, Mindy, and Lily GarnerReader Lucas O’NeillCommunion Assistants Bruce Cassens, Gary Garner, Mindy Garner,
June Steinwart, Michael TaylorPraise Team Sharon Cassens, Sundae Johnson, John Lee,
Sheryl Meyer, Christie Lazarides Purdy, Craig Williams, Carla Wilson
Keyboardist Valarie HunterInstrumentalists Gabe Cowan, Taylor Justison, Andy Lazarides,
Dave LazaridesTechnical Team Thi Bowden, Aaron Duncan,
Ron EngstromPreaching/Presiding Minister Pastor Tim Hubert
Weekly Bread Baker Mary Ann DeFend
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Reformation/Confirmation Weekend
BULLETIN INSERT Weekend ofOctober 24 & 25, 2015
The MessengerSt. John’s Lutheran Church
2477 West Washington • Springfield, IL 62702(217) 793.3933 • www.stjohns-springfield.org
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Serving in Worship
Stewardship
Outreach and Mission Meals on Wheels Volunteers NeededThe Senior Services of Central Illinois has asked for help with the Meals on Wheels Program for the timeframe of September 28 through October 30. There are approximately 26 different routes that potentially serve 183 individuals during this time that need to be filled. If you are interested in helping, please contact Janet Moulton at 971.9535 or [email protected].
2016 Calendar CollectionThe Social Ministries Team is collecting your 2016 calendars for Prison Ministries. Please drop them off in the church office!
Commitment WeekendCommitment Weekend here at St. John’s will take place November 7/8 as we return our completed 2016 Financial Pledge Cards and Time, Talent, and Touch Ministry Forms. Stewardship packets were mailed this past week. Please prayerfully consider your generous response to support Christ’s mission and ministry in and through St. John’s. Especially as we look to calling a third full-time pastor in 2016, your response is needed! Join with us as we grow in relationship with Christ, with each other, and with our community!
“When Jesus came to the place, he looked up and said to him,‘Zacchaeus, hurry and come down; for I must stay at your house today’”
(Luke 19:5).
The story of Zacchaeus is one of my favorite stories in all of Scripture. Perhaps it’s because of the song I learned in Sunday School about that “wee little man.” Or, perhaps it’s because of the gracious invitation Jesus so freely extends to that man up in the tree, inviting himself into Zacchaeus’ house. Or, perhaps it’s because of Zacchaeus’ radically generous response to Jesus’ invitation, giving half of his possessions to the poor and paying back everyone whom he had cheated. Whatever the reason, it’s a story that for me summarizes the relationship Jesus desires with all of us, a relationship that begins with God’s gracious invitation but then extends outward in generosity and sharing with others.
It’s certainly a story that ties in with our new vision here at St. John’s and, particularly, with the fourth action recommendation for growing into this new vision.
Action Recommendation #4Grow our worship life, including an intentional focus on equipping people for disciple-
ship to Christ through worship and developing worship experiences beyond the walls of St. John’s that invite others into a relationship with Christ.
As disciples of Jesus, we are called to take the good news of Jesus’ love and grace outside the walls of St. John’s so that we might invite others into this same life-giving, life-transforming, life-saving relationship. The good news of Jesus’ love is just too good not to share! I often share the story I once heard of a chicken sandwich shop that tried to expand their business by offering free samples of their chicken sandwich to their customers. The problem with this marketing plan was that the shop’s customers already knew how good their chicken sandwich was. The shop should have been giving away free samples of their chicken sandwich to those who had not yet tried it.
All too often, the church is like that chicken sandwich shop. We spend almost all our time and energy sharing the story of Jesus with those who are already inside the church and who already know the story. Wouldn’t it make more sense to share the story of Jesus’ love with those who have not yet heard it? Wouldn’t it make more sense to go to those who aren’t yet connected with a church and invite them? Wouldn’t it make more sense to share God’s grace with those who have not already received it?
The answer to these questions is, of course, a resounding “Yes!” The challenge is, how-ever, that doing so requires us to think and act differently as church. Doing so requires us to continually step outside our comfort zones. Doing so requires us to take risks for the sake of the gospel, even when doing so means that we occasionally fail. As we live into our new vision here at St. John’s, we are being called to step boldly forward, inviting others into a relationship with Christ, with one another, and with our community. We already know how amazing God’s grace is. Let’s find ever new ways to share God’s grace with those who, like Zacchaeus, don’t. Growing in Relationship
Midweek Sprout! MinistryEveryone is invited to join us each Wednesday for our midweek Sprout! ministry. It all begins at 5:30 p.m. in the PLC Lobby with a meal for the entire family. A $3 donation per person is requested. Following the meal, there are classes and learning opportunities for all ages. A complete listing of course offerings is available on our website at www.stjohns-springfield.org Come and grow in your discipleship to Christ each week at Sprout!
Discipleship
Trunk or Treat!Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 28, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Sign up to decorate your trunk at the Welcome Centers. The more trunks we have, the better! We are also accepting donations of bags of candy. Please put candy in labeled baskets. All of the fun happens in St. John’s parking lot on October 28. There will be a great supper, lots of treats, and lots of fun! You don’t want to miss this great night.
Worship and Music Christmas Cantata RehearsalIt is that time again! Rehearsals for this year’s cantata began this past Thursday, October 22 from 8:00-9:00 p.m., immediately following regular choir practice. The same material will also be covered on Sundays starting this Sunday, October 25, from 9:15-10:00 a.m. in the music room. This year’s cantata is “Let Heaven and Nature Sing Gloria!” by Mark Hayes. All singers are welcome!
Commitment Weekend is November 7 and 8!
Remember to bring back yourcompleted 2016 Pledge Cards
and Time, Talent, Touchresponses on or before then!
Ready... Set... Grow!!!
Saturday, October 245:00pm Worship/Communion6:00pm Stewardship Event for Young Adults at Colin and Rachel Helton’s Home
Sunday, October 25Reformation/Confirmation Sunday8:00am Worship/Communion-Sanctuary9:15am Fellowship9:15am Sunday School and Adult Forum10:30am Worship/Communion-Sanctuary10:30am Contemporary Worship Service/ Communion-PLC5:00pm New Disciples’ Class5:00pm KFC Youth Choir6:00pm Encounter
Monday, October 265:30pm Worship and Music Vision Team
Tuesday, October 279:00am Staff Meeting9:00am Women’s Bible Study9:00am Men’s Bible Study6:00pm Global Missions Ministry Team6:30pm Stephen Ministry Peer Support
Wednesday, October 285:30pm Worship Band Practice6:30pm Encounter Band Practice6:00pm Trunk or Treat
Thursday, October 295:30pm Bells of Glory5:30pm Discipleship Vision Team6:40pm Chancel Choir8:00pm Cantata Rehearsal
Saturday, October 319:00am LWR Ingathering5:00pm Worship/Communion
Sunday, November 1All Saints Day8:00am Worship/Communion-Sanctuary9:15am Fellowship9:15am Sunday School and Adult Forum10:30am Worship/Communion-Sanctuary10:30am Contemporary Worship Communion-PLC3:00pm Spiritual Gifts Retreat/ New Disciples’ Class6:00pm Parents in Christ Small Group
Heidi Atkins, Dorothy Beach, Kathy Beall, June Ann Deaner, Don Dellert, Marilyn Dellert, Dorothy Embree, Marla Fox, Don Gleason, Steve Hardy, Nathaniel Harney, Bud Herter, Lexy Koester, Keith Larson, Mark Lohnes, Betty Lunik, Ken Martin, Connie Marzinzik, Walt Melcher Jr., Judy Nika, Sheldon Nordstrom, Terry Pencek, Gene Poehlman, Priscilla Rademaker, Debbie Renner, Liz Saner, Mary Lou Senalik, Pat Sriner, Sandra Stoye, David Stratton, Bill Stuemke
Welcome to St. John’s Lutheran Church on this Reformation Weekend. We gather around Word and Sacrament to be filled and renewed by the Holy Spirit and to grow together in our relationships with Christ, with one another, and with our community. We are glad you are here! If you do not yet have a church home in Springfield and are interested in becoming part of St. John’s, we invite you to visit with one of our pastors. Our theme this fall is Ready...Set...GROW! In today’s gospel reading from Luke, Jesus invites Zacchaeus into relationship and, as a result, Zacchaeus’ life is transformed. Through Word and Sacrament, Jesus invites us into a life-transforming relationship, calling us to follow him in lives of discipleship and service.
Jr/Sr High LYO Youth Gathering 2015 (November 13-15) at Lake Williamson Christian Center in Carlinville is still accepting applications. The focus is the fruit of the Spirit, based on Galatians 5:22-23. Registration is $160. Please see Ashlynne if you are interested and/or need financial assistance.
Senior High Bible Study will take a break on Wednesday, October 28to participate in TRUNK or TREAT! See you in the parking lot for a festive night of laughs, dinner, and of course- CANDY!
Encounter- A 7th-12th grade Worship Experience The GREAT EXCHANGETHIS Sunday, October 25, 6:00-8:00 p.m.Worship, Coffee Bar, Snacks, a message by Ashlynne, and small groups!This weekend’s Encounter helps remind us that living the exchanged life is difficult. It’s not easy. Some of this difficulty comes from dealing with our sinful nature. Some of this difficulty comes from dealing with the persecution of others. It’s tough. But the Bible never says it would be any other way! We can take hope from this promise. Ultimately, our greatest hope is from the final exchange God will make when He ushers in a perfect eternity with Him, free from sin and suffering. This promise helps us make it when times are tough! Come be in community with others as we live out the GREAT EXCHANGE!
Junior VS Senior High Paintball War!Saturday, November 21, 12:00-5:00 p.m.Wildcat Paintball Park in Staunton, IllinoisSign up is on the Youth Window!Please have a waiver and money turned in by November 14.Cost- $30 includes transportation, paintball gun rental, airfield fees and 500 rounds.
Why is Grace So Amazing?Everyone is invited to join us on Sunday mornings from 9:15-10:15 a.m. in the Adult Meeting Room (AMR) for the Adult Forum as we explore the question, “Why is Grace So Amazing?” Pastor Greg, Pastor Ladd, and St. John’s disciple Reggie Wagner co-lead this engaging Bible study looking at key texts that help us more fully understand this core teaching of our Lutheran faith. This week’s theme is “How can I get along with others--even when I don’t feel like it” based on 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22. All are welcome!
Baking with Jesus - New Small Group If you like to bake or are willing to learn to bake, then this is the small group for you! We will be meeting once a month for a small devotion and then a baking project. The final products will then be distributed to whomever is in need, our shut-ins, etc. The day and time is still TBA, but would last about 1.5-2 hours, depending on that month’s baking project. If you are interested, please contact Eleana Fielding at (516) 761.8689 or [email protected].
Stitch and ShareWe are organizing a new small group at St John’s - sewing items to be donated where needed! If you are interested in being a part, please call or email Elena Bee at [email protected] or Mary Ann DeFend at [email protected].
Knitting and Crocheting Ministries meet every Sunday morning at 9:15 a.m. in the Parish Life Center Lobby. If you are wanting to learn, they will help you and if you need yarn, they have some for you to use. Call Lynne Ewan at 546.9632 and she will answer any questions you may have.
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in celebration of each of the confirmation youth affirming their faith this weekend and in loving memory of Emma’s uncle, Kevin Busboom, by Pastor Greg, Maressa, Emma, Luke, and Liam Busboom.
Flowers
Welcome
Calendar
Discipleship Adult Discipleship Youth and Family
Remember in Prayer
GRACE FOODPANTRY500CLUB
OctoberFood Items: Toilet Paper
and Paper Products
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Stephen Ministry... people caring about people, if you are interested in talking with a Stephen Minister, please contact one of the Pastors at (217) 793.3933.
Discipleship Children and FamilyTrunk or Treat!Join us for Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 28! There will be a great supper, lots of trunks for treats, and lots of fun! Please sign up to decorate a trunk. More trunks = more fun for everyone! Contact Beth Nika Province if you would like to decorate a trunk. Thank you!ALL TRUNKS: Setup is 3:30-5:30 p.m. Please have your vehicle parked no later than 5:30 p.m. Wednesday night. Remember to tell the parking attendant if you need electricity. Candy can be picked up in the Parish Life Center Lobby. Thank you!
Children’s Sprout!Our next children’s Sprout! class - Compassion Lessons in Living with Enough - will be held on Wednesday, November 4 and 11. We will learn about our Compassion child, Samson, and what life is like in Tanzania through stories and fun activities.
Please remember: Sunday School Opening begins at 9:15 a.m. in the Parish Life Center for Preschool-4th grade. Parents/caregivers will sign in preschool-2nd grade in the PLC. Sign outs are at 10:15 a.m. This gives our teachers time to clean up their classrooms and still attend worship at 10:30 a.m. Thank you!
Key Verse for OctoberThe key verse for October comes from our 1st and 2nd Grade Sunday School class. They have been studying the Ten Commandments. “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts” (Deuteronomy 6:5-6). Key verse magnets are available at the Welcome Centers!
Preschool Fundraiser: Kids’ Night at Texas RoadhouseTake the family to Texas Roadhouse on Tuesday, October 27 any time between3:00-10:00 p.m. Tell your server that you are supporting St. John’s Lutheran Preschool and the restaurant will donate 10% of your food purchase price to the school. There will be crafts, coloring sheets, face painting, and an ice cream sundae bar. Kids activities are from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Thank you for your support of our preschool!
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All Saints WeekendNext weekend, October 31-November 1, is All Saints Weekend. We will remember during each of our four services next weekend all those disciples of Jesus here at St. John’s who have entered eternal life during the past year. Come and share in these meaningful worship services as we support one another in our grief and as we rejoice in the promises that are ours in Christ.
Annual Meeting of the CongregationThis year’s Annual Meeting of the congregation will take place on Sunday, November 22 at 12:00 noon in the Parish Life Center. We will begin with our annual chili cook-off, followed by the congregational meeting. Agenda items at this year’s meeting include: Adoption of the 2016 Budget; Extending a New 5-Year Term Call to Pastor Sonnenberg; and Electing Leaders to our St. John’s Leadership Board, Preschool Board, and Endowment Fund Committee. All member disciples of the congregation are encouraged to be present for this important meeting in the life and ministry of St. John’s.
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Church Women United CelebrationOn Friday, November 6 at 1:30 p.m. the Church Women United will celebrate World Community Day with a program at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut, Springfield. The program will be “Our Journey Together.” All women are welcome. For further information contact Suzie Weissberg, 753.4622 or Roberta Reif, 522.9139.
Men and Women’s Bible Studies continue every Tuesday morning at 9:00 a.m. The women meet in the Adult Meeting Room with Marilyn Witkop and the men meet in the Parlor led by George Lambert. Newcomers are always welcome.
Be a Preschool Volunteer!St. John’s Lutheran Preschool would love to have your help in a number of different ways. We are looking for people to bake goodies, purchase goodies, host events, and volunteer in our classrooms. If you would like to be a part of our preschool family, please pick up a volunteer form from the Welcome Centers or contact Melissa Roselle in the preschool office at 793.3934 or [email protected].
Affirmation of Baptism through the Rite of Confirmation
Elizabeth Lee BarkleyParents: Dan and Dawn BarkleyBaptismal Sponsors: Joe and Betty PietoConfirmation Verse: John 8:12
Emma Grace BusboomParents: Greg and Maressa BusboomBaptismal Sponsors: Brian and Ashley Valentine Derrer, Laurie RammConfirmation Verse: Luke 11:9-10
Meghan Ashlee EiterParents: Michael and Becky EiterBaptismal Sponsors: Dave Eiter and Mandy PetersonConfirmation Verse: Joshua 1:9
Zachariah Ross EiterParents: Michael and Becky EiterBaptismal Sponsors: Dave Eiter and Mandy PetersonConfirmation Verse: Romans 12:9
Jillian Adele KorteParents: Kevin and Vicki KorteBaptismal Sponsors: Mike and Diane CallConfirmation Verse: Romans 8:31
Joseph David LeeParents: Joe and Christine LeeBaptismal Sponsors: Sara Brackschmit and Jim LeeConfirmation Verse: Deuteronomy 31:6
Danny Alan LeeParents: John Lee and Rebecca NikaBaptismal Sponsors: Brent Huber and Monica LeeConfirmation Verse: Psalm 23:4
Rebecca Smith NikaParents: David Nika and Beth Nika ProvinceBaptismal Sponsors: Jack and Julie Eck, The Rev. Matthew Parker-WrzeszczConfirmation Verse: Matthew 6:34
Mark Scott SandersParent: Pam SandersBaptismal Sponsor: Rob SandersConfirmation Verse: 1 Samuel 17:37
Colton Nicholas ScottParents: Brian and Kimberly ScottBaptismal Sponsor: Kay Van FossanConfirmation Verse: Revelation 1:8
Madeline Elizabeth SmithParents: Bill and Margy SmithBaptismal Sponsor: Tracey GageConfirmation Verse: Ecclesiastes 3:1
Caleb Wilson WindParents: Jason and Elin WindBaptismal Sponsors: Courtney Eddleman, Curt and Mary WilsonConfirmation Verse: Psalm 37:5
Logan Michael YoungParents: Michael and Kim YoungBaptismal Sponsors: Kenneth Marrow Jr., Lisa Marrow, Shawn VonoConfirmation Verse: Psalm 100:5
We remember each of these young people in prayer as God’s Holy Spirit continues to grow them in lives of faith-filled discipleship to Jesus.
Thirteen of our youth here at St. John’s will affirm their baptism through the Rite of Confirmation at this weekend’s 10:30 sanctuary worship service. They are:
