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May 25, 2014 Sixth Sunday
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8:15 a.m. 11 a.m.
WELCOME in the name of Jesus! We are glad you have joined us today in praise and worship to our Lord Jesus Christ. Together we share the Gospel, God’s Good News of salvation. This is a free gift which we cannot earn and do not deserve. It is only through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, who suffered, died and rose from the dead, that we are forgiven and receive the promise of eternal life.
VISITORS AND GUESTS We sincerely invite you to be with us regularly and make St. John your church home. Please stop by our Welcome Center, located in the Commons Area, for a gift and information. Worshipers who have difficulty rising and standing during our services may remain seated with our complete understanding. Assisted Hearing Devices are available to those who have some hearing impairment. To obtain a device, please check with an usher. A Nursery is available for children up to four years. A Nursing Mother’s Room, equipped with audio/visual system, is located next to the nursery. Tote Bags for children ages three through kindergarten are located in the Commons. Reserved Pews have been set aside for the residents of Bethesda. Prayer Kiosk in Commons: A member of the Prayer Team will be available to take your request, which will be given to the pastors before the time of prayer.
AN ASL INTERPRETER is available at the Majestic Grace Service.
LOST & FOUND is located in the Worship Center Commons behind the Welcome Center.
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION is offered at St. John on the first and third Sundays of the month in both services. For more information about the Lord’s Supper refer to the pamphlet in the pew rack. If you have difficulty coming up to the communion rail one of our pastors will come to you.
AS WE GATHER TODAY We welcome Seminarian Chris Nietubicz (son-in-law of Mark & Jean Froehlich) today who will share God’s word with us, based on Romans 10:11-17, and reflecting on the truth of Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:8-9, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God.” May God bless our worship, Sem. Nietubicz' preaching, our hearing, and through the Holy Spirit’s work in us, those we encounter throughout the week.
Today we celebrate the Sixth Sunday of Easter. The Sundays of Easter continue the expression, “The Lord has risen!” Over these next fifty days between Jesus’ resurrection and ascension, the church often remembers this time of the calendar as a time of joy, celebration, and gladness. White and gold often symbolize this time to recall light, purity, and royalty.
Old Testament Reading Joel 2:12-17 [Pew Bible Page 761] New Testament Reading Romans 10:11-17 [Pew Bible Page 946] Holy Gospel Reading Matthew 5:8-9 [Pew Bible Page 810] Preacher Seminarian Chris Nietubicz Worship Leader Rev. Stephen R. DeMik Organist Jordan Even Handbell Choir Jordan Even, Director Good News for Children Jonathan Zoch
The altar flowers are placed today to the glory of God by Garry and Barbara Mattiza in celebration of their 35 wedding anniversary May 26 and by Ray and Dot Epps in celebration of their 36th wedding anniversary May 28.
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What’s Cookin’ in the Critter Café? Can you help with some of the ingredients to prepare snacks for the over 550 children and staff that will be attending Vacation Bible School this year? Stop by the table in the Worship Center Commons, pick up a card(s), purchase the item and return it by June 22.
Jean Froehlich ([email protected])
Annual Voters’ Meeting Sunday, June 1 | Following NewSong Worship Worship Center The Voters’ Assembly meets annually at a date set by the Mission and Ministry Council. The items for consideration are election of MMC members, and adoption of the 2014-2015 budget. A voters’ information packet is available at the Welcome Center for any communicant member of St. John.
Abundant Life-201 Sunday, June 1 | 5 p.m. Administration Center AL-201 “Doorways” is a one-night Bible study offering an introduction to St. John’s mission, Celebrating, Living, and Sharing the Abundant Life of Jesus. Pastor Bahn and the St. John staff lead this event for all people who wish to become members of St. John – whether by transfer from another LCMS congregation or for those who have attended Abundant Life-101. Childcare and a light meal provided.
Abundant Life-101.1 June 8 | 9:45 a.m. Worship Center-101 A follow-up to AL-101 is this one-week class at which time we open the floor to all kinds of questions. Some want to know about the various Lutheran bodies. Others want to learn more about St. John's 161 year history. Still others have questions about the End Times, or discipleship, or any number of issues - large or small. You are welcome to join us for this one week study.
Pastor David Bahn ([email protected])
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High School Event: Hunger Games Saturday, May 31 | 6 – 8:30 p.m. Join us in celebrating the end of the school year with a campus-wide game of Hunger Games. Following the game, we will enjoy a campfire, cook s’mores, and sing songs. Friends are welcome. (Please wear shoes for running outside.)
Jon Zoch ([email protected])
LINC Work Day – Our Redeemer Lutheran Saturday, June 14 LINC-Houston has requested the help of abled bodies from St. John to support the ministry of Our Redeemer Lutheran (Rittenhouse). While they have been without full-time staff for a number of years, they are looking to turn a corner in their ability to open their doors to the community for future events and activities. Drywall work, painting, scrubbing/cleaning, yard work and other projects will be set up for this day. We also need kitchen/food preparation help to provide lunch for all of the volunteers.
Pastor Stephen DeMik ([email protected])
Tomorrow’s Child Golf Tournament Benefitting the Krause Children’s Center Monday, June 16 7 a.m. Registration & Breakfast | 8 a.m. Scramble Blackhorse Golf Club You're invited to experience a great day of golf for an amazing cause—the Krause Children's Center. Our friends will enjoy a morning round of golf at BlackHorse Golf Club, complete with snacks and drinks, a delicious lunch, and exciting prizes! With your help, more children can experience the loving care and hopeful future offered at Krause. Contact Pastor DeMik for a registration form.
Pastor Stephen DeMik ([email protected])
Vacation Bible School June 23-27 Weird Animals – Where Jesus’ Love is One of a Kind Pray about being a volunteer this year. We need many ministry partners to minister to the 500 children the Lord brings to our campus. Follow the link listed on our website (stjohn.tv) to see the description of the different ministry areas.
Blood Drive NEXT Sunday, June 1 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Donor coach in the parking lot (near the ball fields and Christian Life Center) Please donate either regular whole blood or even one of the double donation options (platelets, plasma, or double red cells). You may sign up for a designated appointment time at the Welcome Center, or online at www.giveblood.org. Remember that each donation can save three lives.
Carolyn Pfennig ([email protected]) Debra Page ([email protected])
VBS Supplies The Decoration Team for Weird Animals VBS is looking for your help to supply some of the items that they will recycle and use for decorations. They are looking for empty plastic water bottles and empty Easter eggs. A drop off bin will be placed in the Worship Center Commons for you to place these items in on Sunday mornings. If anyone is interested in helping the team make some of the decorations, please contact Rhonda Mohr.
Rhonda Mohr ([email protected])
(AC) Administration Center (CMC) Children’s Ministry Center (CLC) Christian Life Center
(MC) Ministry Center (OC) Off Campus
(SR) Sonshine Room
(WC) Worship Center
Sunday, May 25 8:15 a.m. Majestic Grace Worship (WC) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Check-in
18 mos-4th Gr (CMC) 5th-12th Gr (CLC Gym)
9:45 a.m. Adult Bible Studies Deaf 101 (CLC 104) 1 Thessalonians Bible Study (WC 102) AL-101 (WC 101) The Gospel of John (AC) The Son of God (CLC Gym) The Book of Concord (MC) Multiply: Disciples Making Disciples (Chapel)
11 a.m. NewSong Worship (WC) 2:30 p.m. Men's Basketball (CLC)
Monday, May 26 Early Childhood School Holiday Church Office Closed
Tuesday, May 27 9 a.m. Early Childhood (CMC) 9:15 a.m. Early Childhood Chapel (WC) 9:30 a.m. Senior Stretch (Chapel) 10 a.m. Early Childhood Program Practice (WC) 6:30 p.m. Zumba Fitness (CMC Sonshine Room) 7 p.m. Handbell Choir (WC) Stephen Ministry Cont. Ed. (AC) Stephen Ministry Training (MC)
Wednesday, May 28 9 a.m. Early Childhood (CMC) 9:15 a.m. Early Childhood Chapel (WC) 9:30 a.m. Joyful Seekers Bible Study (WC 101) 10 a.m. Early Childhood Program Practice (WC) 7 p.m. Voices of St. John Choir Rehearsal (WC) Sr. High Life Groups (CLC 101 & Gym) VBS Leader Teams CMC (Sonshine Room)
Thursday, May 29 9 a.m. Early Childhood (CMC) 9:30 a.m. Senior Stretch (Chapel) 9:30 a.m. Dorcas Guild Workday (MC) 12:30 p.m. ECC Stepping Up Program (WC)
Thursday, May 29 continued 6:30 p.m. Zumba Fitness (CMC Sonshine Room) 7 p.m. New Song Rehearsal (WC)
Friday, May 30 9 a.m. Early Childhood (CMC) 12:30 p.m. Early Childhood Stepping Up Program (WC)
Saturday, May 31 8 a.m. Men's Bible Study (AC) 8 a.m. Zumba Fitness (CMC Sonshine Room) 6 p.m. Youth Event: Hunger Games (CLC 101 &
Outside)
Sunday, June1 8:15 a.m. Majestic Grace Worship (WC) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Check-in 18 mos-4th Gr (CMC) 5th-12th Gr (CLC Gym) 9:45 a.m. Adult Bible Studies Deaf 101 (CLC 104) 1 Thessalonians Bible Study (WC 102)
AL-101 (WC 101) The Gospel of John (AC) The Son of God (CLC Gym) The Book of Concord (MC) Multiply: Disciples Making Disciples (Chapel)
11 a.m. NewSong Worship (WC) 12:30 p.m. Voters' Meeting (WC) 2:30 p.m. Men's Basketball (CLC) 5 p.m. Abundant Life-201 (AC)
SJLC Abundant Life Opportunities
For campus rental/usage, contact the church office (281.373.0503). For field usage, contact Steve Velzis ([email protected] )
Christian Talk Radio 100.7 FM THE WORD - KKHT Sunday, May 25, 2014
The Lutheran Hour: 6:30 - 7 p.m. Remembering As we remember those who died to preserve our freedom, we remember the Savior who died and rose to save us from eternal death. Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour: Rev. Ken Klaus
Engaging Truth I: 7 - 7:30 p.m. Religions: Navigating the Options Join Ken Chitwood as he interviews Andy Wrasman, author of the book "Contradict: They Can't All Be The Same". Ken and Andy will discuss how Christians can better understand and interact with various religions in the United States and abroad. The pluralistic cultural landscape is difficult to navigate. Ken will help us to see the "options" available.
Engaging Truth II: 7:30 - 8 p.m. Shedding Light in Darkness As the Spring 2014 semester ends at the Darrington Seminary Program, juniors are becoming seniors. We are now only 12 months away from the graduation of the first class of men to earn their Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies and return to the prison population as Field Ministers. Join Pastor John Cain as we hear these newly-minted seniors testify to the grace and power of God.
To stream broadcasts from outside of the Houston area go to(KKHT.com. and press the listen live button) To participate: (1.800.808.5548 or [email protected]) To access past programs of “Engaging Truth” or to make a donation (www. ELMHouston.org) This site will also provide information on how to make a contribution to “Engaging Truth”. For a copy of this program (713.828.8347)
These news and notes are published weekly as a service to the members & friends of St. John Lutheran Church & School
15235 Spring Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77429 Church 281.373.0503 T School 281.304.5546 T Fax 281.373.5102
Worshiping Sundays @ 8:15 & 11 a.m. Sunday School & Adult Education 9:45 a.m.
Submitting Material to the SJLC Abundant Life Opportunities: Submissions need to be sent via email no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday
(early submission is encouraged). Linda Collins ([email protected])
SJLC Abundant Life Opportunities
At Your Service Ministry Staff 281.373.0503 [email protected]
Rev. Dr. David L. Bahn Senior Pastor [email protected]
Rev. Stephen R. DeMik Associate Pastor [email protected]
Rev. David V. Schultz Pastoral Care Associate [email protected]
Rhonda Mohr Family Life Minister [email protected]
Jonathan Zoch Youth Minister [email protected]
Jordan Even Worship Director [email protected]
Steve Saunders Campus Administrator [email protected]
Lorene Kettler Office Manager [email protected]
Early Childhood Center 281.304.5546
Yevonne Wieringa Director, Early Childhood Center [email protected]
Celeste May Children & Family Ministry [email protected]
Sunday School Topics Today
18 mos. - 3 years (CMC) Jesus Heals the Man Lowered through the Roof
4 years - Kindergarten (CMC) Jesus Prepares a Place in Heaven
1st - 4th Grades (CMC) A Miraculous Judgment—Herod’s Death
5th - 6th grades (CLC 205) Testing During Temptation
7th - 8th grades (CLC 202) God-Centered Worldview 9th -12th grades (CLC 101) The Thread of Atonement
Altar Flowers Thank you for your support to continue having beautiful flowers in our worship each week. A display, with forms and envelopes, is located at the Welcome Center. Simply drop your completed form in the offering basket or mail to church office. Cost for flowers is $25. Please consider honoring or remembering a loved one or celebrating an event with the altar flowers on any Sunday. Donors are still needed for the following Sundays: June 1, 15, 29; July 6, 13, 20 & 27; August 10, 17, 24, 31; September 7, 14, 21.
Lorene Kettler ([email protected])
Abundant Life-101 Pastors Bahn and DeMik | Worship Center 101 The Son of God: The Life of Jesus Jesus’ Resurrection and Your Resurrection Pastor Schultz | Christian Life Center Gym The Gospel of John Diane Bahn and David Steele | Administration Center Multiply: Disciples Making Disciples Richard Kolodziejcyk, Darrell Wehlmann & Pastor Stephen DeMik Chapel What do we believe, teach and confess as Lutheran Christians? - A Look at The Formula of Concord Jim Vogt | Ministry Center 1 Thessalonians Singles Study Led by various singles | Worship Center 102 Deaf Ministry - Deaf 101 Christian Life Center 104
St. John Road Runners Thursday, June 5, 2014 | 9:30 a.m Deadline to Sign-up is TODAY (Departure will be from Christ United parking lot) Members and Friends ages 50+ are invited to travel with us to Conroe TX to tour the Big Thicket Distillery, one of the first micro-distilleries in the area. The tour includes tastings for $5. Lunch will be at Sam's on Lake Conroe where you can dine for $7.50 or less. The last stop will be the St. Francis Wolf Sanctuary, a registered charity dedicated to the care of non-releasable wolves and wolf dogs, in Montgomery Texas. Simply sign a waiver and you will be allowed to enter the wolf pens and mix with the wild life! Sign up for this fun trip at the Welcome Center today.
Levern Smith ([email protected])
Adult Bible Studies Today | 9:45 a.m.
Lutheran Women’s Missionary League
Dorcas Guild (Morning LWML Group)
Regular Meeting: Thursday, June 5 | 9:30 a.m. Workdays: All Additional Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.
Ministry Center Members of the Dorcas Guild are excited about the goals we intend to accomplish during 2014. We assembled kits for Lutheran World Relief - each kit is costing about $5. For the May trip to Kenya, we are making eye-glass cases. Of course, we are sewing quilts for LWR, LINC, and Nepal. Special quilts and interesting items are being created which will be sold in the fall bazaar. Your support is always needed and appreciated. We pray that God will bless us with more hands to complete these tasks. Consider joining us. You will find fun and fellowship as we join in doing the Lord’s work.
Nancy Andrews ([email protected])
Sisters in Service (Evening LWML Group)
Thursday, June 5 | 6:30 p.m.
Administration Center The evening group of the LWML meets on the first Thursday of each month for fellowship/refreshments, Bible study, and a short meeting. The LWML sponsors the annual Turkey Supper (third Thursday in October) and operates the St. John Bookstore. Mission projects are supported with mite boxes, Lutheran World Relief kits, and other activities. This group also serves as "secret prayer partners" for our confirmation students and holds a Confirmation brunch every year. All ladies of the congregation are invited to join us. If childcare is needed, please contact Susan by Thursday, May 29.
Susan Daniel ([email protected])
Bookstore Open Sundays | 8:30-9:45 a.m. & 10:40 a.m.-12:15 p.m. St. John has a bookstore/gift shop located in the Worship Center Commons area where a wide variety of Bibles, devotional materials, and Christian gifts can be found. The bookstore is run by Sisters in Service whose mission it is to donate the proceeds to various needs within the Church.
Susan Daniel ([email protected])
Blessed T-Shirts Be sure to visit our Bookstore after worship today to browse the book and gift selection and also consider purchasing a ‘Blessed’ T-shirt for $10. These shirts are a limited quantity and are a great way to showcase your faith and reliance on God’s blessings on a daily basis. For these shirts, please make checks out to St. John Lutheran Church (memo: Mission 1:8 T-Shirts).
Kroger Plus Cards Help St. John Earn Rewards
We are enrolled in the Kroger Community Rewards Program for 2014. Stop by the Welcome
Center today and pick up instructions to activate your card.
Kitchen Towels If you have taken towels home to be laundered, please return them as soon as possible. We need them in the kitchen before Vacation Bible School begins. Thank you!
Susan Daniel
Thank you St. John, thank you for the continued support of the Five-Two Network. Your gift of $1,250 to the network is very much appreciated.
Twyla Grimes
Library Our library, located in the Ministry Center, is open from 10:30 until noon each Sunday and
during regular office hours during the week. The library contains over 1600 books on a wide variety of topics including theology, devotions, family life, Lutheran history, church doctrines, Christian history, history of Biblical events, other religions, Christian fiction, and classic literature as well as a children’s section offering Bible stories, Christian fiction series, and classic literature. Library Policy: Members may check out library books for two weeks at a time. How to check out books: After making your selection, remove the card found in front of the book, write your name, phone number and checkout date on the card. Then place the card in the small file box located on the shelf near the book returns. Returning the material is easy. Place the material on the shelf marked “Book Returns”.
Linda Collins ([email protected])
Lost and Found Have you lost something lately? Please stop by the Welcome Center today to retrieve your lost articles. Any items left over two weeks will be donated to LINC. Thank you.
Singles Dinner Monday, June 2 | 6 p.m. Goode Company BBQ (20102 Northwest Frwy, Houston TX ) All singles are invited to join us for dinner!
Amber Folk ([email protected])
Footsteps of Paul Tour Hosted by Pastor David & Diane Bahn We are looking forward to a wonderful and enriching time of travel this fall, as we travel to Turkey, Greece, and Rome, learning about the world of St. Paul and how God worked through him to bring the Gospel to these parts of the world. There is still space available for limited number of people to join the tour. A brochure and registration information is available at the Welcome Center, or you may contact Diane Bahn for the latest details. Join us Thursday, June 19 at 7 p.m. for a gathering of interested persons together with those who are already signed up for the tour. We will offer some specifics of the trip, sample some Turkish, Grecian, and Italian food treats, and good fellowship.
Diane Bahn ([email protected])
Confirmation 2014-2015 We are preparing for next fall by gathering the names of students who will be newly enrolled. Confirmation classes begin in sixth grade and include three years of training. We have a holistic approach to youth ministry/confirmation in Junior High and incorporate celebrate, live, and share within our current program. The students learn about Scripture and what we believe and teach as Lutheran Christians as well as social activities and opportunities to serve in their community. The sixth/seventh-grade year is focused on the Old and New Testament with the second half of seventh-grade year beginning Luther’s Small Catechism. The eighth-grade year is focused on a review of the 10 commandments as well as the Apostle’s Creed, Baptism and Holy Communion as outlined in Luther’s Small Catechism. Please e-mail Rhonda Mohr and let her know if you would like to enroll your child in confirmation. If you have previously been enrolled and plan to continue, you do not need to do anything. If your child is a seventh or eighth grader and has not been enrolled, please contact Rhonda.