This Week’s Event Calendar

Worship attendance Sunday, April 15: Blizzard / No Service

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA 331 W Harrison St, Annandale, MN 55302 Office Phone: 320-274-8827 Office Fax: 320-274-7283 Precious Gifts Phone: 320-274-9722

Email: info@stjohns-annandale.org Web site: www.stjohns-annandale.org Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-3:00pm Sunday Worship: 8:15am Traditional; 10:30am Contemporary Sunday Christian Education: (during the school year) 9:30 am

Please drop any prayer requests in the offering plate or the slot by the office—Thank you!

Condolences Helen Borg & Family – death of her husband Loren Borg Char (Robert) Shadduck & Family – death of Char’s Mom Shirley Jody Otto & Family – death of her Mom Dorothy (Dot)

Healing-Members of St. John’s Dan Nelson - prayers for healing from surgery Marge Lundeen - recovering from surgery Duane Dietz - recovering at home from stroke Mary Schultz - fell and broke her ankle, prayers for healing Vernette Heidenreich - prayers for healing after knee surgery Carrie Pilgram - thanksgiving & praise for a very successful hip surgery Nathan Pilgram - thanksgiving & praise for clear report on lymph node biopsies. Patty Fasching - prayers for healing and comfort through chemo Pat Larson - undergoing treatment for multiple myeloma Eloise Stram - prayers for healing after aortic aneurysm surgery Maria Johnson - recovering from a stroke Delores McPadden - prayers for healing Frances Snabb - health concerns Sandy Williamson - Recovering from surgery in AZ and doing quite well Shirley Schmitz - Prayers for healing from her stroke David Stay - Son-in-law of Pat & Lonnie Baack - upcoming surgery Char Hartman - prayers for healing after hip replacement Virgina Marohn - prayers for medical testing Mara Jacobson - prayers for continued recovery from foot surgery Sally Mozingo - Prayers for continued healing Paul Hansen - heart transplant recipient Angie & Josh Bodell Family - their premature son Jesse is growing and all tests are okay .Thank you for your prayers. Bob & Vivian Henry - health concerns Wayne Mader - health concerns Gladys Johnson - health concerns Lorraine Johnson - recovering from pacemaker surgery Jenny Klein - prayers for continual treatment and scans for metastatic breast cancer spread to brain Orma Lou Jacobsma - heart health concerns Pr. Ed Groop and Margaret Groop - health concerns Lynda Leonard - health concerns Pastor Dave - health concerns Larissa Wadman - medical concerns Tom Johnson - recuperating at home from a stroke Laverna Anderson - health concerns

Assisted Living/Care Center Facilities

Barb Beals - at Annandale Care Center Bernadine Buranen - at Annandale Care Center Betty Freeman - assisted living Ruby Geisinger - memory care Don Hausken - at Guardian Angels in Elk River, MN; health concerns Barb Tasa - at Park Terrace of Buffalo, health concerns Doris Youngquist - at nursing home in Annandale

Healing-Family & Friends of St. John’s Jim McBride - Diane Nelson’s Father—stage 4 kidney failure LeRoy Manlick - Shirley Hillestad’s brother—chemo for liver cancer

Abby Salmela—friend of Heather Jensen—treatment for non-Hodgkins lymphoma Karen Munson—Cousin of Betty & Maynard Nilson—success treating stage 4 cancer Paige (10yrs old)—family friend of Iona Rozenberg—peace, healing, and guidance Marge Lee—Sister of Pastor Dave—recovering at home Brody Mader - Great Grandson of Kathy Mader—home and healing Joan Benson - Sister of Betty Freeman - in hospice Nick Bodell - Son of Peggy Bodell - prayers for his PTSD Ena - Cousin of Tom & Jo Heyd - comfort for her broken back Angela Orr - Daughter of Deb Orr - cancer treatment Carol Oldham - Samantha (Steve) Duret’s mother; health concerns Eddie - Pat Larson’s friend’s 9 yr. old grandson; got a new heart, is home now Tasha - Bev Sorensen’s granddaughter; radiation complete, cancer gone, praise Jesus Kevin Lehse - Son of Lloyd & Alois Lehse; receiving chemo, in remission Bruce Swanson - Brother-in-law of Jo (Tom) Heyd; continuing dialysis, and Jo’s sister is his caregiver Pamela Petersen - Bev Sorensen’s daughter; recovering from brain aneurysm Bill Peterson - Loretta Peterson’s son; is physically improving, back to work, and thankful for our continued prayers Henry Dolan (Sam & Mollie Dolan) - grandson of Skip & Cathy Dolan— heart transplant recipient Brent Harapat - Pray for healing and recovery for this young husband & father Debbie - Gary (Sandy) Porter’s sister, stage 4 non-Hodgkins lymphoma on chemo Kathy Ruprecht - Nikki Neumiller’s mother, prayers for successful chemo resulting in remission Bonnie Peterson - Loretta Peterson’s sister-in-law, stage 4 cancer Andy Beuning - Son of Roger & Peg Beuning, diagnosed with multiple sclerosis

Support We remember our military men and women during this time of uncertainty and to those who have been called to active duty. Zac Sykora - Son of Hope & Todd Sykora; MN National Guard Michael Klassen - Nephew of Patty Behrends - Active duty with the Nat. Guard Jessica Forness - Joint Base Goose Creek, SC - US Navy Jasonia Swanson - Granddaughter of John & Diane Swanson-Ft. Campbell, KY Army Lorenzo Swanson - Grandson of John & Diane Swanson-Camp Lejeune, NC Marines Seth & Samantha Johnson - Grandson of Lloyd & Maria Johnson-US Navy, Norfolk, San Diego—deployed Sean Johnson - Grandson of Lloyd & Maria Johnson-US Navy- FT Hueneme, CA - deployed Robin (Ekholm) O’Connor & Jesse O’Connor - Daughter and son-in-law of Bryan & Lucy Ekholm-Okinawa, Japan-Air Force McKenna Ekholm - Daughter of Bryan & Lucy Ekholm-Co. Springs,CO-Air Force Erin Schwanke - Daughter of Ron & Sue Schwanke, Coronado, CA- U.S. Navy Melanie Nelson & David Kingry (spouses) - In Bukoba, Tanzania through the Metropolitan New York ELCA & Global World Mission. Note: We strive to list the prayer requests and names correctly; if a correction

is needed or you would like a name removed or added please inform the church office. In an effort to keep the list current and accurate, we will be updating/removing prayer requests on a monthly basis; please contact

info@stjohns-annandale.org. Thank you!

Today

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

8:15am 9:30am 9:30am

10:30am 5:30pm

9:30am

8:00am 10:00am 5:00pm

10:00am

Earth Day Traditional Worship w/ Holy Communion JOLT! “Service” Sunday School Teachers Meeting Contemporary Worship w/Holy Communion Cub Scouts

Hands For Hope Men’s Bible Study Women’s Bible Study Property Committee Mtg.

Administrative Professionals Day Staff Meeting Last D-Way until fall

Thursday

Friday Saturday

Sunday

5:00pm 5:20pm 6:00pm 7:15pm 7:30pm

1:00pm 3:00-4:30pm

8:15am

9:30am 10:30am

11:45am

D-Way Dinner 5th & 6th D-Way 7th, 8th, & 9th D-Way Choir Practice AA Mtg—Ed Building

Writing Group Pastor Dave at McDonald’s

Healing Prayers at both services Traditional Worship w/Holy Communion Baptisms JOLT! “Compassionate Visitors” Contemporary Worship w/Holy Communion Graduation Recognition New Member Gathering

April 22, 2018 Welcome to St. John’s

We give thanks that the Holy Spirit has gathered us together on this day. We pray that in this time of worship you will EXPERIENCE the good news of God’s love, so that together we might be

sent out into the world to LIVE as DiSCIPLes and SHARE the love of Jesus Christ.

To enhance your worship experience several items are available on table near the Usher's Cart at the entrance of the Sanctuary: -- Activity bags for children, SPARK Bibles -- Children’s bulletins -- Hearing enhancement devices (available at the Sound table) -- Large print Bibles Attended Nursery An attended nursery is available for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. It is located down at the end of the hall to the left of the sanctuary as you enter the building (southwest corner of the building). Restrooms Are located down the hall to the left of the sanctuary as you enter the building (southwest corner of the building). Welcome pads are at the end of each pew. Please fill them out completely and pass them to those sitting next to you. Offering Envelopes For your convenience, general offering envelopes are available at the Usher’s Cart.

Bibles Members and friends are encouraged to utilize the pew Bibles that are available in worship. If you do not have a Bible, please visit our Welcome Center and St. John’s will be happy to give you one. Bulletin Board & Tract Rack Available on the Bulletin Board / Tract Rack in the hallway (and free for your taking) are the current Good News Newsletter, The Lutheran magazine, and Christ in Our Home devotional booklets. Welcome Center We invite our first time guests to stop by the Welcome Center near the front doors where each family will receive a gift from our congregation. Our Website Information regarding St. John’s, a list of upcoming events, and sermon podcasts can be found at www.stjohns-annandale.org.

Serving Today: Ministers - All the baptized Lead Pastor - Dave Nelson Pastor - Alex Becker Accompanist - (8:15am) Orma Lou Jacobsma (10:30am) Rejoice Band Acolytes (8:15am) - Noelle Hogberg & Jacob Seaberg (10:30am) - Hale & Elora Davidson Greeters/Welcome Center (8:15am) - Ken & Debbie Schumacher (10:30am) - Altar Guild - Shelly Mikel

Readers (8:15am) - Jo Heyd (10:30am) - Mary Iverson Audio/Video Techs (8:15am) - (A) Jim Hallstrom (V) Steve Niklaus (10:30am) - (A) Arthur Kjaer (V) Ushers (8:15am) - Val, Al, & Makena Gunderson Bryan, Lucy, & Holly Ekholm (10:30am) - Maynard Nilson Bill Berry & Family

Fourth Sunday Of Easter

When you are fully immersed in the revolutionary work of Gospel proclamation, you should be prepared to make some enemies. But Paul and Silas have God on their side—and an entire prison is about to get rocked.

HOLY COMMUNION: All the baptized are welcome at God’s table. We will be communing at four stations – the ushers will direct you. As you come to the table, if you want to receive the wine pick up an empty cup. If you prefer grape juice, pick up one of the pre-filled cups. Upon receiving the bread, move to receive the wine… then place your empty cups in the baskets provided. Gluten-free wafers are available—go to one of the pastors, simply raise your index finger to indicate a gluten-free wafer is desired the server will extend the plate to you to take from the dish. Those not communing are encouraged to come forward for a blessing.

PRAYER OF THE DAY

You have seen your servants through every trial. Stir up even today the power of your Gospel to transform, renew and lead new believers to your community.

By the power of Jesus, Amen.

April 22, 2018 Fourth Sunday Of Easter

8:15am Service Prelude Welcome Greeting Invocation Confession and Forgiveness Kyrie: “Lord, Have Mercy” ELW 157 Song: “Now The Feast” ELW 167 Prayer of the Day First Reading: Acts 16:16-24 (p 103 in your pew Bible) Kids Time Acclamation: “Alleluia” Second Reading: Acts 16:25-34 (p 103 in your pew Bible) Sermon: Pastor Alex Becker Song: “Amazing Grace” ELW 779 Prayers of Intercession Sharing of the Peace Offering Offertory Song: “As The Grains Of Wheat” ELW 465 v 2 Offertory Prayer Great Thanksgiving Words Of Institution The Lord’s Prayer Invitation The Meal Communion Hymns: “Lamb Of God” “Come To The Table Of Mercy” ELW 481 “One Bread, One Body” ELW 496 Prayer After Communion Announcements Blessing Sending Song: “We Are Marching” ELW 866 Dismissal P: God calls us….. C: To experience, live and share the love of Jesus Christ! P: Go in peace. Share the Good News C: Thanks be to God. P: Christ is Risen! C: Christ is Risen Indeed! Alleluia! *St. John’s Mission Statement

For your convenience we have provided a QR code

“I Give Electronically” cards are now available at the Usher Cart - please place in the offering plate.

10:30am Service Gathering Songs “Christ Is Risen” “Awake My Soul” Welcome Greeting Invocation Confession and Forgiveness Song: “Great Are You Lord” Prayer of the Day First Reading: Acts 16:16-24 (p 103 in your pew Bible) Kids Time Second Reading: Acts 16:25-34 (p 103 in your pew Bible) Sermon: Pastor Alex Becker Song: “Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)” Prayers of Intercession Sharing of the Peace Offering Offertory Song: “Hosanna” Offertory Prayer Great Thanksgiving Words Of Institution The Lord’s Prayer Invitation The Meal Communion Hymns: “Your Glory/Nothing But The Blood” Prayer After Communion Announcements Blessing Sending Song: “We Are Marching” ELW 866 Dismissal P: God calls us….. C: To experience, live and share the love of Jesus Christ! P: Go in peace. Share the Good News C: Thanks be to God. P: Christ is Risen! C: Christ is Risen Indeed! Alleluia! *St. John’s Mission Statement

~ One light or medium weight bath size towel (approximately 52” x 27”), dark color recommended ~ Two bath size bars (4oz -5oz) of soap, any brand, in original wrapping ~ One adult toothbrush in its original packaging ~ One sturdy comb, remove packaging ~ One metal nail clipper, remove packaging

Personal Care Kits We will be collecting personal care kits from now through April 28, 2018 at St. John’s. Grab a friend or two and make up a personal care kit together or on your own! Question?? Call Mary Iverson 320-274-5792

Precious Gifts Preschool Registration We are now taking applications for Precious Gifts for the fall of 2018. The first 10 registrations received will be put in a drawing for a tuition discount. We are a preschool that prepares kids for the future!

Food For Kidz—WE RAISED $3,738.35 and PACKAGED 32,184 meals! Thank you to all who helped and all who donated!

Events

Administrative Professionals Day Wednesday, April 25, is set aside as Administrative Professionals Day. It’s a day to recognize all the behind the scenes work that administrative professionals do in the operations of organizations, businesses, and, yes, even churches! Please make sure that day and every day to say thank you to those who serve in such vital ways. If you are one of those people, please know that you, your work, and your ministry are much appreciated and valued. Please join us in saying thank you to Chrystal for all the great work that she does every week, and to Aleah as she has begun to share her gifts as part of our staff. Please let them know that their presence, their work and their service have been and continue to be greatly appreciated.

Senior High Recognition We will be recognizing our Senior High graduates on Sunday, April 29 at our 10:30am service. We hope that you will join us in recognizing the following youth: Cort Carlson, Samuel Fleischacker, Sabrina Gartner, Grace Hagstrom, Alexis Kemp, Elizabeth Kemp, Ayden Lesnau, Jay Lewison, Gabrielle Lindquist, Katie Merchant, Abby Mikel, Olivia Munson, Nicole Nelson, Matthew Nolan, Kayleigh O’Brien, Trenton Peterson, Tyler Reid, Bree Seagraves, Zachary Sykora, Claire Tikkanen, & Walker Weege.

Technology Training—Today We will be offering a brief training for adults or youth who currently serve or would like to learn how to run the sound or projection on Sunday mornings. Training will be offered following each service today. Gather at the tech booth immediately after worship for a brief orientation and a chance to ask questions.

St. John’s Spring Clean Up Day—Weather Permitting The Property Team requests your assistance as we spruce things up – both inside and out – on Saturday, April 28 at 8:00am. There will be things to do for everyone who shows up! If we need to reschedule this event, we will post that on the website and on Facebook and send an email to the congregation.

Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary Jim & Jean Noland would like you to help them celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary by enjoying the donuts that they have brought today. All are welcome to enjoy a donut after each service. Jim & Jean were married on April 19, 1958.

Healing Prayers We will be offering Healing Prayers as part of our morning worship services on Sunday, April 29. Prayer shawls will be on display and available for sharing.

Cantata—Rescheduled This year’s Cantata, entitled “That You May Have Life” by Marty Haugen, focuses on the Gospel of John, the Gospel we have been living in this year in the Narrative Lectionary. The Cantata will be shared at both of our services Sunday, May 6. Please share the word and invite a friend!

Meals for Dan & Sue Nelson As Sue tends to Dan after his surgeries, they could use a few meals to ease their minds through the weeks of healing. We would like to provide a few light meals every other day or so. Please contact the church office to be added to the list of meal volunteers.

9th Grade Meeting for Parents & Students This Wednesday, April 25 at 7:30pm. We will go over the process leading up to Confirmation Sunday next fall. This is an very important meeting, and we hope that you will make every effort to attend.

New Member Gathering All those interested in becoming a part of the life and mission of St. John’s are invited to participate in a gathering on Sunday, April 29 from 11:45am to 2:30pm, in the Fellowship Hall of St. John’s. A light meal and beverages will be offered. Child care will also be provided if requested; please rsvp for childcare by April 23. Please email info@stjohns-annandale.org or call the church office at 320-274-