TODAY WE CELEBRATE THE LORD’S SUPPER At St. Matthew we believe that the Lord’s Supper (Holy Communion) is a ministry of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and an expression of our unity in belief and teaching. Therefore, in Christian love we extend this ministry to baptized Christians who…

Have been properly instructed and confess the teachings of the Bible as taught in The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS);

Acknowledge their sins and repent of their sins;

Confess Jesus Christ alone as Savior from all sin;

Believe with us that Christ’s body and blood are truly present in, with, and under the bread and wine;

Intend, with the help of the Holy Spirit, to amend their sinful lives and forgive others as Christ has forgiven them.

Guests who do not hold membership in a congregation of the LCMS are respectfully asked to visit with the pastor before or after the worship service regarding their desire to commune.

Martin Luther’s “Christian Questions with Their Answers” on pages 329-330 in Lutheran Service Book is a good resource to use to prepare oneself to receive the Lord’s Supper.

NOTES FOR COMMUNION DISTRIBUTION

Receive the bread—the body of Christ—in your hand.

You may receive the wine—the blood of Christ—with either the individual cup or the common cup. Please assist with the common cup.

The individual cups in the center of the tray contain reduced alcohol wine for those that need to receive Christ’s blood this way.

Those not receiving the Sacrament but wish to receive a blessing (including non-confirmed children) are asked to take a wooden cross from the basket next to the baptismal font. Hold the cross in front of you as the communion elements are distributed. As you then return to your pew, please place the cross in the basket next to the collection tray for individual cups.

St. Matthew Lutheran Church 115 West 12th Avenue, Milan IL 61264

Phone ~ 309.787-4295 Fax ~ 309.787.4312 Email ~ stmatthewmilan@gmail.com

Web ~ www.stmatthewmilan.org

The Rev. Leonard A. Astrowski, Jr. (Vacancy) Mr. Gregory G. Mueller, DCE

pastrowski@gmail.com dcehog@derbyworks.net

989.326.0199 (cell) 309.236.8826 (cell)

Mr. Joel Chapman, RN, Parish Nurse

joelchapman1955@yahoo.com

309.948.4652 (cell)

Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost August 19 & 20, 2017

WELCOME TO THE LORD’S HOUSE We pray that you are blessed through God’s service today. We invite everyone to

sign the Record of Fellowship in each pew. Our guests are also invited to sign the

guest book on the Welcome Table in the entryway.

YOUTH MINISTRY (Grades 6-12)

Sept 10 or 17 Prepare and serve a meal at Christian Care Center in

Rock Island.

What is the best way to communicate Youth Ministry plans to you and your

student?

This past year we have tried to keep parents informed as to what events are being

planned mainly by emails. The Youth and Education Committee would like to get

your thoughts on the following efforts to improve communicate. (We would continue

to email parents.)

Would it be OK for us to email and/or text directly to your child? If so please share

your child’s email/number with Greg

It is very hard for the Youth & Ed Committee to plan and schedule events with so

many different school districts and student’s interest at St Matthew. One thought was

to have a quarterly brain storming meeting with both parents and students on Sunday

morning before Sunday School like at 8:45am. The goal would be to plan 2 or 3

months ahead. Then the Youth & Ed Committee could meet and work on details.

Please let us know what you think.

Blessings,

Youth & Ed Committee

Alex Barrows Brandi Gale

Pam Whittington Zach Whitmire

Greg Mueller 309-236-8826 dcehog@derbyworks.net

2019 LCMS National Youth Gathering July 11-15 in Minneapolis MN

If you are in 7th grade (2017-2018) this year and older you will be able to attend.

This event usually will have 20,000 - 25,000 students from around the world. This

is often called a “once in a life time” event. Questions talk to Greg

If you need a large print bulletin or would

like to use a hearing impaired device, please

speak with an

Usher or Lay Assistant.

A ONE DAY INSTITUTE ON “REFORMATION REVERBERATIONS:

The Lasting Impact of Martin Luther’s Reforms” will be held on Saturday,

September 9 from 9 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. This institute will be led by Dr. Erik

Herrmann, Director of the Center for Reformation Research and chairman of

the Department of Historical Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.

As we celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation join us as we

begin with the 95 Theses. Martin Luther’s religious reforms have had

tremendous and lasting effects upon the Western world, both in the church

and in other secular arenas. This institute will examine the long term effects

of Luther’s influence in three area: religion, politics, and society.

This event will be held at Camp CILCA where lodging is available at

217-487-7497. (not included in the $20.00 registration fee).

The cost of $20.00 will include a noon meal.

Please register by September 4 so adequate food is prepared.

This event is sponsored by the CID LLL

Register with Deloris Blessman by Monday, Sept. 4, 2017

24204 ECR 1850N, Topeka, IL 62665

Phone: 309-361-1461

Email: delorisblessman@yahoo.com

CHANGE OF ADDRESS Cindy Nordstrom

1222 - 36 Street

Rock Island, IL 61201

Jennifer Lude-Brandom

1132 - 25th Street

Moline, IL 61265

LUTHERAN MIX BOWLING LEAGUE. We will be having our first meeting Monday August 28th

at 6:00pm with our first night of bowling starting at

6:30pm. We welcome all people of any skill to come out

and have some fun. One time league fee is due at the start

of bowling. The fee is $23 and bowling is $10 a night to

bowl not including shoe rentals. If anyone has questions

they can call me Michael Wagner at 309-453-7206.

Darrell M. Coons, MDiv. CCISM Darrell is a former Belleville area pastor and serves as Fire Chaplain for several local fire departments. Coons is certified by the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation as an instructor.

Cost for the two day course is $75 Lunch on your own at a local restaurant

For more information, contact Jim Wright at 618-483-6395 or jimwright1961@gmail.com

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Detach and mail to: MABAS 54, c/o Effingham Fire Department, Attn: Joan Buzzard, 505 West Fayette Ave., Effingham, IL 62401, ph. 217-342-2555.

Fire Chaplain Training on Thursday-Friday, September 28-29, 2017

Name: _____________________________ Organization: _______________________________ Address: ___________________________ City, State, Zip: ________________________________ Telephone Number: _____________________________________ Email Address: __________________________________________ Make checks payable to MABAS 54. Payment enclosed $_____________ We cannot provide refunds for those who register but do not attend.

Sponsored by MABAS 54 Fire Chaplain Training Institute

CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS MANAGEMENT ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS

Thursday and Friday, September 28-29, 2017

Thursday 9 AM – 5 PM, Friday 8-4 PM 14 Hour Course At Effingham Central Fire Station

505 West Fayette Avenue, Effingham, Illinois

Crisis Intervention is NOT psychotherapy; rather, it is a specialized acute emergency mental health intervention which requires specialized training. As physical first aid is to surgery, crisis intervention is to psychotherapy. Thus, crisis intervention is sometimes called “emotional first aid”. This program is designed to teach participants the fundamentals of, and a specific protocol for, individual crisis intervention. This course is designed for anyone who desires to increase their knowledge of individual (one-on-one) crisis intervention techniques in the fields of Business & Industry, Crisis Intervention, Disaster Response, Education, Emergency Services, Employee Assistance, Healthcare, Homeland Security, Mental Health, Military, Spiritual Care, and Traumatic Stress. Certificate from Critical Incident Stress Foundation provided at completion of the course.

Program Highlights

SERVANTS IN THE LORD’S HOUSE

Altar Guild: Joyce Eberhart and Jan Siebke

Flowers: Members of St. Matthew

THIS WEEK THE LORD WILLING

Saturday, August 19 5:30 p.m. Divine Service

Sunday, August 20 11th Sunday after Pentecost

9:45 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

Sunday School

Adult Bible Study

Divine Service

Monday, August 21 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Classical Conversations

Tuesday, August 22 9:30 a.m.

1:00 p.m.

Pastor’s Bible Study @

Immanuel Rock Island

Ladies Bible Study

Wednesday, August 23 9:00 a.m.-1200 p.m. Pastor Astrowski in Office

Thursday, August 24 6:30 p.m. Council at Parsonage

Friday, August 25 8:30 a.m. Bulletin Assembled

Saturday, August 26 5:30 p.m. Divine Service

Sunday, August 27 12th Sunday after Pentecost

9:45 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

Sunday School

Adult Bible Study

Worship Service (Camden Park)

LIFE QUOTE FOR THIS WEEK A prayer for parents for their children: “Today I rededicate them to You. You

designed and fashioned them, Father. Lord Jesus, You redeemed them. Spirit,

You live in them. Keep them Yours now and always. Keep their guardian

angels on duty, as You have promised. Help them grow into adults who will

find joy in serving You and building Your kingdom. Lord, thank You for my

miracle children.” Pastor Mark Jeske, (www.timeofgrace.org) – A Life Quote

from Lutherans For Life • www.lutheransforlife.org

OUR CHRISTIAN CALLING Luke 19:45-46 “And he entered the temple and began to drive out those who

sold, [46] saying to them, “It is written, ‘My house shall be a house of prayer,’

but you have made it a den of robbers.” The sellers in the temple were doing

the right thing in the wrong place. Being a merchant is a fine occupation that is

pleasing to God. But using the Lord’s House for your personal gain? That

makes a mockery of what Church is for. This is God’s House where we come

to hear His Word and offer Him our worship and praise in word and deed.

We’re not looking for a profit here, we’re looking to give back and support the

preaching of God’s Word and the Church’s care for the poor and needy.

LIFE THOUGHT FROM THIS WEEK’S READINGS Our words of respect and works of protection even for disregarded lives

(Isaiah 56:6, Matthew 15:27) often appear to crumble under the force of

popular opinion. Nevertheless, our Lord, the Father Almighty, attends to these

prayers and effects life-giving mercy through them (Matthew 15:28; Romans

11:15, 29-32). Son of David and Son of God, gather us and all our fellow

outcasts into Your holy house forevermore. Amen.

ATTENDANCE LAST WEEKEND Sat. 5:30 a.m. 62 Sunday School 12

Sun. 11:00 a.m. 85 Bible Study 26

LADIES TUESDAY AFTERNOON BIBLE STUDY

The Ladies Bible class is studying Faith on the Edge Series; “The Quest for

Spirituality” which looks at mysticism, psychic phenomena, Wicca, and more.

Any questions, contact Karen Britton at 309-787-4295 or 309-838-1059.

Come join us on Tuesdays at 1:00p.m. Hope to see you then!

5:30 p.m. 11:00 a.m.

Lay Assistant Al Nordstrom Dave Schroeder

Ushers Bill & Eileen

Leonard

Jim Bennett

James Huisman

Tom Krahl

Organist Sally Brockway Sally Brockway

Greeters Jan Siebke

PASTOR’S TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY Pastor Astrowski’s has a Tuesday morning Bible Study from 9:30am to

10:30am at Immanuel Lutheran, Rock Island. All are welcome to attend.

Come join in and study God’s Word.

LUTHERANISM IN THE PUBLIC SQUARE… Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show produced by Lutheran Public Radio in

Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. This week's topics

include: Demographics of US Christianity, The Continuing Threat to Religious

Liberty, Media Coverage of Religion, Inner-City Ministry and more. You can

listen to what you want when you want at www.issuesetc.org and on the

Lutheran Public Radio mobile app.

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND ADULT BIBLE STUDY Sunday School—The Parable of the Lost Coin (Special Coin) Luke 15:8-12

High School Bible Study—TBA

Adult Bible Study-A Man Named Martin: Part 3 The Movement NEW/UPDATED requests this week Ann Liggett, mother of Jill Tharp (Recovering) Susan Francis, friend of the Leonard’s (Cancer) Other continuing request Alyssa Anders, (missionary at St. Petersburg Russia) Ray Bennett, (at Silver Cross at Friendship Manor Room 262 (cracked pelvis) Jennifer Crawford (recovering from surgery) Lucille Christopher, mother-in-law of Kris Christopher (starting dialysis) Tim Donner (difficult times) Chloe Drehman, friend of Angi Terrill (medical issues at OSF Peoria) Edna Fiedler, friend of Pat Miller (dialysis problems) Jerry Fisher, Father of Erica Fisher Joan Groene Gary Harmon, son of Barb Harmon (under palliative care) Cara Heppler, friend of Karlene Campbell, (recovering from surgery) Amelia Karstens, friend of Stroups (recovering) Nick Lohmann, nephew of Doug & Sherry Teggatz (helth problems) Mike Manginelli, friend of Bill & Eileen Leonard (health issues)

Debbie McCaw, friend of Kerry Nordstrom (undergoing cancer treatment) Jean Miles (recovering) Dave Schumaker (recovering) Shelly Swan, friend of Danielle Mueller (undergoing chemo ) Tony Taylor, father of Toni Chisholm (hospice care at home) The Terry Family (marital struggles) Kalyssa Worden, co-worker of Zach Whitmire (A healthy pregnancy)

ST. MATTHEW AT

CHRISTMAS CHILD’S SHOE BOXES—CAN WE FILL 100??? We would like to pack 100 shoe boxes this year – so…. We need 100 of every

item. This would be a great time to pick up paper, pencils, pencil sharpers,

color pencils, and school supplies in general. If you have any questions to what

items we need to make this goal contact Erin Schroeder. Mark your calendars

Saturday Nov 4, 3:00-5:00pm for the packing party.

RALLY DAY—CHURCH PICNIC AT CAMDEN PARK Mark your calendars… Sunday, August 27 is the day for our outdoor service

and church picnic to be held at Camden Park. Our service that day will begin at

11:00 a.m. at the park shelter on the northeast end of the park, on top of the hill.

You are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. Picnic benches are also available.

Also feel free to wear casual clothes for the day.

Burgers and hot dogs will be provided along with beverages. Please bring a dish

to share.

If you would like to help out with this event, please let Greg know.

YOUTH CONFIRMATION BEGINS AUGUST 30, 7:00-8:15 PM Youth confirmation instruction will be held on Wednesday evenings, beginning

Wednesday, August 30, from 7:00p.m.-8:15p.m. Generally speaking, incoming

6th & 7th grade students participate, but participation is not limited strictly to

these grade levels. If you know of anyone who would be interested, let Greg

Mueller, DCE know at 309-236-8826.

INSTALLATION AT MT. CALVARY, GALESBURG Rejoice in the Lord! He has provided another Shepherd for His sheep. You, members of

the Rock Island Circuit churches, are invited to attend the service of Installation of Rev.

Steven L. Sommerer at Mt. Calvary on August 13th at 2:30pm. Afterward will be a light

reception provided by our LWML. Come and hear the Word and meet Pastor Sommerer

as we, brothers and sisters in Christ, build together on the foundation of Christ crucified.

ADDRESS/PHONE CHANGES If you have a new address or have changed to just a cell phone, or have

changed your phone number, please let the church office know so we can

update our files and keep them current. Questions call Karen at 309-787-4295.

CARD SHOP OPEN Creative Crafters have cards for may occasions. Let us know if you need

something we don’t yet have available. Thank you for your support.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD PACKING PARTY COLLECTION

We are collecting items now until the fall when we plan to

have a shoebox packing party. Please bring items to the

church for collection.

There has been a box placed in the entryway along with lists of examples of

items to bring in. Toothbrushes, soap, school supplies, toys, clothes, and cups

are just a few of the many items to bring in. Ask for donations, look around

for sales and look in you own home for things that you just aren’t using

anymore. If items are brought in every week, just imagine how much our

church can collect and use to fill boxes by the fall—it will be here before we

know it!

Together we can make a difference in a child’s life. In each box, the ministry

adds biblical materials in the child’s language so that they can learn about the

love of Jesus Christ and then the child shares this Great News with their

friends and families. We need your help to make this project a success and

pack as many boxes that we can. Questions: contact Hollyne Wagner or Erin

Schroeder.

Neighborhood Hog Roast

Sunday September 24, 2017

Time: 4-6 PM Rain or Shine! St. Matthew Lutheran Church

115 W. 12th Avenue

Milan, IL 61264

Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Baked Beans, Applesauce, Chips and

Homemade Goodies.

THIS IS FREE

WORKSHOP AT IMMANUEL ROCK ISLAND Immanuel Lutheran Church, Rock Island, is honored to host an “Every One

His Witness workshop.” This special LCMS program's purpose is to

familiarize individual believers with the basics of witnessing to the people in

their everyday lives. Rev. Dr. Wood will be coming from St. Louis to lead

this event. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 30 to join in a

program for our whole circuit. More information will come as we get closer

to the event.

FOOD PANTRY—Together We Can Do This The month of August is St. Matthew’s collection period for personal care items

for the Milan Christian Food Pantry. The following items are needed:

Shave cream

Dish Soap

Shampoo

Deodorant

Toothpaste & brushes

Laundry Soap (The Dollar Tree $1 containers are perfect)

Thank you, St. Matthew family, for all your support of the pantry. Al & Kitty

SURPLUS SUMMER PRODUCE If you have an abundance of fresh summer produce,

please consider donating your excess to the Milan

Christian Food Pantry. Take your extra produce to the

pantry side door at 8:30 on Monday Mornings or 2:30 on

Thursday Afternoons.

WEEKLY FLOWER CHART The weekly flower chart is looking very empty. If you would like to put

flowers on the altar for any given weekend please sign the flower chart in the

hallway on bulletin board A. The cost is $15.00 per arrangement. Any

questions, call Vicki Lude or Mary Donegan.