NEWS & REMINDERS
COMING UP IN WORSHIP
HOLY COMMUNION is next week. Please make time to prepare your heart (Hymnal p. 295).
75 Years of Blessing
Starting 10/18, we reflect on the 75-Year Legacy our Lord is giving us on our corner, our Mission and Ministry (Pastor/Present/Future), and our hopes, plans, and prayers for our future here in the heart of Lake County!
10/18 – John 10 – As Sheep, We Look Up to Our Shepherd to Listen and Follow!
10/25 – Ephesians 2 and 4 – As Stones on the Stone, We are Built Together to Build together!
11/1 – Reformation – A Legacy of Truth and Grace
11/8 – 1 Peter 2 – As Stones on the Stone, We are Raised to Praise!
11/15 – John 13 – As Disciples, We are Called to Love and Serve!
NEW START – BIBLE TALK
Wednesday, 9 AM. Join us as we “talk” our way through the Bible. We start Exodus this week.
CHOIR
Join us for practice on Wednesdays at 7pm. Any questions speak with Tim Samelson.
BLOOD DRIVE
We will host a blood drive on Sunday, October 25. Please join your St. John family, tell your friends and neighbors to donate as well. Walk-ins are welcome. First appointments start at 8 a.m.; last in the noon hour.
To guarantee a prompt donation, please sign up using the online schedule.
You may also contact Carol Lemerand at dancemore437@yahoo.com or 847.530.9058 to schedule a time.
SHORELAND CHOIR & BAND
The Shoreland Choir and Jazz Concert is coming your way on Wednesday, October 21 at 7:00pm. The concert is free and open to all. Come to hear some great music while our student musicians entertain you.
HELP WITH PAINTING
After the rain storm on 9/20 we are looking for a volunteer to paint the water damaged ceiling in the table storage room. If you can help let Steve know!
LARGE PRINT
Do you or someone you know have difficulty seeing or reading our print sizes? We have large print service folders – ask an usher. We have a large print hymnal – ask the Pastor. We have large print Meditations – let Pastor know you would like large print!
ST. JOHN, ANTIGUA – REVISITED
We have a special mission partnership opportunity with our sister/daughter congregation. Please see your October St. John in Action or talk with Ray Linnemann for more details.
UPCOMING ONLINE BIBLE STUDY: WALKING THROUGH TOUGH TIMES
Online Bible studies aren’t for everyone, but would you like to gather around God’s Word from the comfort of your own home? Mr. Retzlaff is starting a 5-week online Bible study that will meet on Thursday evenings at 8:00 PM beginning October 15.
When earthly trials or personal fatigue weigh heavily upon us, the devil frequently uses these moments to breed doubt, anxiety, and despair. To counter these spiritual attacks, we need to look away from our subjective feelings and anchor our faith firmly in the Gospel. This is what we will be covering in the 30-45-minute Bible study over Google Meet, entitled, “Walking Through Tough Times.”
October 15 – Recognizing the Enemy’s Strategy
October 22 – When the Future Is Uncertain
October 29 – When You Feel Completely Alone
November 5 – When Life Feels Unfair
November 12 – When Your Faith Feels Weak
If you would like to give this a try, please email David at david.retzlaff@stjohnslib.com or fill out the online form.
The lessons are independent of each other, so if you cannot make it every week, join whenever you can.
ST JOHN WINTER GOLF OUTINGS
As the weather begins to cool down, our monthly golf outings will move indoors to simulator-style golf starting in November. While we look into the best place to meet, we also would like to request some information from participants. Please fill out the Google form so we can gather information on availability and interest. Please complete by the end of the month so we can schedule our outing to accommodate as many people as possible. As a reminder, these events are open to all ages. If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to Charlie Hahm 970-590-4616 or email 1822rhit@pm.me.
WELCOME TEAM
We are ready with our new Sign-Up Genius tool for volunteering, scheduling, and automating reminders. Sign Up as Door Greeters, Name Tag Greeters, Welcome Table Greeters, thank you! If you have questions, please contact Ron Echtenacher.
