Greetings to you in Jesus’ name! Jesus prays for His followers. He prays that He might live in us that we might have unity with one another. What can we do to attain His will? Our prayers must be that His prayers are answered in us! May the Holy Spirit lead us to his “tree of life!”

ANNOUNCEMENTS
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King’s Kids: The King’s Kids are singing “Jesus Loves Me” in five different languages that represent our history (German) and the four mission emphasis of our church (CWEF-Chinese, Fort Wayne ministry-Burmese, Gloria Deo-Spanish, and Duneland Lutheran High School-English).

From the Sunday School: Today will be the last Sunday School class for the school year; we will resume in September. Thanks to all parents for the dedication in bringing your children to Sunday School each week. All members of the congregation are invited to the Sunday School Potluck and Fun Fair after the 10:45 service! Thanks to everyone who made donations for the Fun Fair.

From the Board of Parish Fellowship: Today is the “Pineapple Fest” during Fellowship Coffee hour. Come over to the cafeteria to have a pineapple treat.

Then, strawberry lovers, June 10 is “Strawberry Shortcake Fest” during coffee hour. Come enjoy this wonderful summer treat and stay for Pastor Young’s Bible Study.

August 26 is the outdoor service with family picnic and hog roast.

Help Desperately Needed: Since nobody attended the first meeting of the Fourth of July Parade Float committee, we will be having a second meeting on Thursday May 24th at 7:00 in the church basement. If you are interested in helping with the float, please attend this planning meeting. We will be voting on a design, making a list for materials and scheduling work days to get this project completed. If you would like to help you don't need previous experience, no skill required, just show up and be part of the team. Any questions call: Greg McConnell.  We need your help!

From Family Circle: As you know, the Family Circle has been working to create a cookbook in honor of St. John's 150th anniversary. Unfortunately the response has been somewhat slow, and as a result we are extending the deadline to June 8th. You may submit up to four recipes per contributor. We are hoping to collect cherished recipes from all the great cooks in our congregation. Recipes handed down through the generations are especially welcome as are traditional German ones. We also encourage submission of photographs and/or a brief remembrance of the author.

If you are computer savvy, we encourage you to go to www.typensave.com to submit your recipe. List your name as the contributor. The Group Login is (omitted online), and the password is (omitted online). It only takes a few minutes and is very user friendly. If you'd rather, there are now recipe collection sheets you can fill out at the church office and in the narthex. Committee members will then type your recipe for you. You can return these completed sheets to the church office where a basket is provided. Let's work together to make this cookbook a great success that we can treasure for a long time to come!

Annual Parking Lot Sale: Now is the time to clean those closets and sort through the children’s toys. For only $7.00 you can be a part of the sale At St. John’s. Customers have flocked to our past sales due to the highly visible location with multiple sales. We do the advertising and bring in the customers, you sell from your van, truck or bring your own tables and chairs. Refreshments will be available. The time and date is Saturday, June 16, 2007, from 8:00 AM-1:00 PM. For more information, call Ellen Heidel.

From the Worship Committee and Trustees: Rolling Sound, from Rolling Prairie, has done a thorough check and evaluation of the sound system in the church. Much of our equipment is worn out and useless. The Trustees have authorized an update to be done. We will be getting new lapel mikes for the Pastors, pulpit mike, handheld mike for the balcony, CD burner (for radio broadcasts), and basic updates to the system. The total cost will be $3300. We already have a few donations toward this project, but would gladly accept donations from anyone wishing to help.

St. John’s Senior Tours: Join us on June 7, 2007 when we visit Amish Country/Shipshewana area. Two reservations are available at $59.00 each.— The Branson, MO. Christmas Shows trip will be November 7-11, 2007. Four reservations are available. Call Eunice Wright for complete details and reservations.

St. John’s Daycare is Now Open Year-Round: If you are interested in summer childcare, we are now offering it here at St. John’s! Please come to the school office or daycare room to fill out an information sheet as soon as possible, so we can reserve a spot for your child. If you have any questions, call Julie Vergin, at the school office (362-6692) . We need daycare workers at least 18 years of age. Applicants must well with children, be trustworthy, dependable and responsible. Apply in person at the school office (8:00 AM-4:00 PM).

We are also wanting to update our little fenced in playground that is used by the Pre-school/Pre-K classes and younger daycare children. We are looking for new or used outdoor play equipment and toys that are in good condition. If you have any items you would like to donate, please call Julie Vergin at the school, 362-6692.

His Word, Our Joy: “His Word, Our Joy” will meet tonight at 6:30 PM in the music room. We will be singing, praying, and learning about another Beatitude. Everyone is welcome.

From the Voter’s Meeting: It was decided to change the time of Saturday evening services to a 6:00 PM starting time. This will be a trial period from June 1 through November 30.

June Newsletter: Items for the June Newsletter need to be emailed or brought to the church office by noon on Tuesday, May 22. Thank you!

Thanks: The Vandercars would like to thank St. John's for continued prayers for Levi's health, as well as meals and constant support. Please check the Ladies Lounge for dishes you may be missing. Thank you again for taking care of us!

Ron & Joan Scherer, Ralph & Karen Masterson, Wilbur Deiters, Peggy Droege, and the Ladies Aid made donations to the new Hymnal Fund.

The Thrift Shop made a donation to the General Fund.

Bob & Dolores Keller and Ben & Cindy Alexander made donations to the Sunday School.

5/21/2007 (Mon.) Pastor Brauer’s Day Off 7:30a-Wom. Ex. Class-GYM

5/22/2007 (Tues.) 1:30p-Circle 8-LL

5/23/2007 (Wed.) 7:30a-Wom. Ex. Class-GYM 10:00a-Matins 10:30a-Wednesday Warriors-LL 12:30p-Circle 7-LL

5/24/2007 (Thurs.) 1:00p-Eve. Circle-LL 2:30p-Girl Scouts #234 5:30p-Daisys-YR

5/25/2007 (Fri.) Pastor Young’s Day Off 7:30a-Wom. Ex. Class-GYM 10:30a-Bible Study-LL

5/26/2007 (Sat.) 7:00p-Worship/Communion

5/27/2007 (Sun.) 8:00a-Worship 9:15a-Coffee-CAF 9:30a-Bible Study-CAF 10:45a-Worship/Communion

Pastor: Rev. David M. Young

Pastor: Rev. Ronald A Brauer

Organist Susan Rosselli

Altar Guild: Jo Borg, Jerry Rose, Helen Smith, Linda Tarnow

Elders on Duty: 7:00 PM: Greg McConnell

8:00 AM: Ron Scherer, Jim Sherwood

10:45 AM: Dave Surma

The Altar flowers this week were sponsored by the Moellman, Kasten, and Searing families, in loving memory of Rev. Carl Moellman, whose birth date was May 18, and Philip Moellman, whose birth date was May 19.

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WEEKLY WORSHIP ATTENDANCE

Wed. 10:00 AM: 8          Sat. 7:00 PM: 109

Sun. 6:30 AM: 151     Sun. 10:45 AM: 98

Total: 366

7th Sunday of Easter-May 20, 2007

ST. JOHN’S COMMUNION STATEMENT: As a member of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, we believe Scripture teaches that the Lord's Supper is a precious gift of God in which Christ gives us His true body and blood (in a miraculous way), together with the bread and wine, for the forgiveness of our sins and the strengthening of our faith. Because the Bible teaches that this sacrament may also be spiritually harmful if misused, St. John’s communes only those instructed in the teachings of the LCMS and our church who have confessed their faith in these teachings. Prompted by the love for God’s Word, love for God’s people, and love for the Bible’s deep concern for doctrinal truth (Romans 16:17), guests who desire to commune are asked to speak with the pastor before service.

Opening Hymn: LW 149 “A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing” (vs. 1-4)

Introit and Old Testament/Epistle Readings (See insert)

Gospel Reading (Please stand for the reading of the Gospel-see insert.)

Magnificat, Litany: (Page 20-21, spoken)

Offering (Please sign “Fellowship Pad” during offering)

Sermon Hymn: LW 335 “O Word of God Incarnate”

Sermon: “What Christ Reveals” Text: Rev. 22:12-17, 20

Closing Hymn: LW 149 “A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing” (vs. 5-7)

Opening Hymn: LW 149 “A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing” (vs. 1-4)

Introit, Kyrie & Collect (See insert)

Readings (Bulletin insert-please stand for the reading of the Gospel)

Nicene Creed

Sermon Hymn: LW 335 “O Word of God Incarnate”

Sermon: “What Christ Reveals” Text: Rev. 22:12-17, 20

Prayer of the Church

The Service of Holy Communion (LW page 144)

Dist. Hymns: LW 241 “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence”

LW 516 “What A Friend We Have In Jesus”

LW 434 “Christians While on Earth Abiding”

Post-Communion Canticle: (Nunc Dimittis: LW Hymn 11)

Closing Hymn: LW 149 “A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing” (vs. 5-7)

10:45 AM WORSHIP: DIVINE SERVICE II, LW pg. 158

Opening Hymn: LW 149 “A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing” (vs. 1-4)

Confession & Absolution

Introit, Kyrie, Collect (Bulletin insert)

Kings Kids: “Jesus Loves Me” (in five Languages) Traditional

Readings (Bulletin insert-please stand for the reading of the Gospel)

WLC “Majesty” by Hayford

Sermon: “What Christ Reveals” Text: Rev. 22:12-17, 20

Apostles’ Creed

Offering (Please sign “Fellowship Pad” during Offering)

Closing Hymn: LW 149 “A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing” (vs. 5-7)

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