This Week’s Event Calendar

Worship attendance Sunday, October 1: 391

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: chrystalrasmussen@stjohns-annandale.org Web site: www.stjohns-annandale.org Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-3:00pm Sunday Worship: 8:30am Traditional; 10:00am 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!

Congregational Care Ministry To Donna & Kevin Koecher and family - the death of Donna’s sister Kay To Dan & Nancy Berg and family - the death of Dan’s Father Bill

Healing-Members of St. John’s Shirley Schmidt - health concerns, released from hospital to her daughter and son-in-law”s residence

Joyce Poissant - Mother of Barb Groth; prayers of healing as she had a quintuple bypass heart surgery. Prayers for recovery Opal Fisher - prayers for healing after her heart surgery

Char Hartman - prayers for healing after hip replacement Chuck Twedt - prayers for healing after colon cancer surgery

Virgina Marohn - prayers for medical testing Mara Jacobson - prayers for continued recovery from foot surgery Carrie Pilgram - please continue prayers for physical healing Nathan Woodford - medical tests Sally Mozingo - Prayers for pain relief and healing from her broken femur Paul Hanson - recovering at home and doing rehab following a heart transplant on Nov. 23rd 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 Eloise Stram - thankful for prayers Jenny Klein - prayers of thanks for great scans and for continued healing 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 Arthur & Ruby Geisinger - grandparent to Lori Steffen, parents of Gary (Beryl) Geisinger; entered Annandale Care Center in late April Don Hausken - at Guardian Angels in Elk River, MN; health concerns Jim Marohn - at Park Terrace of Buffalo Barb Tasa - at Park Terrace of Buffalo, health concerns Doris Youngquist - at nursing home in Annandale Cliff Cahow - Sandy (Gary) Porter’s brother; at Ebenezer Care Center

Healing-Family & Friends of St. John’s Julia Ulku - Mom of Patty Behrends - on 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 David Stay - Son-in-law of Pat & Lonnie Baack - stage 4 colon cancer, chemo started on July 11 Eunice Kieser - Sister of Sharon Westphal;-cancer treatment Donna Blackburn - Sister of Dan Fasching; major back surgery Patricia Ranz - Good friend of Elizabeth Olson; breast cancer diagnosis

Carol Oldham - Samantha (Steve) Duret’s mother; health concerns Laura Dodd - Daughter of Iona and Glenn Rozenberg - Still cancer free Rachel Stegura - Cousin of Nikki Neumiller - She is in the path of hurricane Irma, please pray for her safety and strength during this devastating time. Bruce Strohschein - Myron & Laurie Morris’s brother-in-law; recovering from a successful bone marrow transplant Laura Beuning - Jim & Jean Noland’s daughter; praise for a successful lumpectomy, prayers for the last couple weeks of radiation Eddie - Pat Larson’s friend’s 9 yr. old grandson; failing heart, has been put on the transplant list Tasha - Bev Sorensen’s granddaughter; healing from surgery Maurice Nilson - Brother of Maynard (Betty) Nilson; getting better and regaining his strength 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 Lisa - Pr. Dave & Diane’s niece; prayers requested Baby boy Henry Dolan (Sam & Mollie Dolan) - grandson of Skip & Cathy Dolan, underwent heart transplant surgery, at home now recovering! 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 Mike Huro - Friend of Stan (Shirley) Hillestad - chemo for melanoma 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; basic trng. this summer @ Ft. Jackson, SC Nat’l 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-Fort Geiger, NC Marines Seth & Samantha Johnson - Grandson of Lloyd & Maria Johnson-US Navy, Norfolk, San Diego Sean Johnson - Grandson of Lloyd & Maria Johnson- FT Hueneme, CA Christopher Borders - Son of Jeff and Lisa Borders– Minot, ND-Air Force 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

chrystalrasmussen@stjohns-annandale.org. Thank you!

Today

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

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

10:30am

9:30am 2:00pm 6:00pm

8:00am 10:00am 6:30pm 6:30pm 7:30pm

9:30am 10:00am 1:00pm 5:00pm

Recognition of Pastor Dave’s Anniversary’s Traditional Worship w/Communion Sunday School JOLT! Contemporary Worship w/Communion

Hands For Hope Ruth Circle Boy Scouts

Men’s Bible Study Women’s Bible Study Ministry of Support & Stewardship Ministry of Worship & Music Executive Committee Meeting

Rachel Circle Staff Meeting Genesis Bible Study - Library D-Way Meal

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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

9:30am 5:30pm

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

10:30am 11:30am

5th & 6th Gr D-Way 7th, 8th, & 9th Gr D-Way Chancel Choir AA Meeting - Ed Building 10th Grade Confirmation Class CYF Meeting

Annandale Christian Women’s Club Girl Scouts

Traditional Worship Sunday School JOLT! Contemporary Worship New Member Orientation

October 8, 2017

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.

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 forward, 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, raise your index finger to indicate a gluten-free wafer is desired. Those not communing are encouraged to come forward for a blessing.

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) Becky Unger (10:30am) Becky Unger Acolytes (8:15am) - Aundreya Birr, Mason Boos (10:30am) - Elora Davidson, Brock Campbell Greeters/Welcome Center (8:15am) - Mona & Naomi Volden (10:30am) - Scot & Lori Fleischacker Altar Guild - Samantha Duret

Readers (8:15am) - Mary Iverson (10:30am) - Peggy Bodell Audio/Video Techs (8:15am) - Jim Peterson & Mike Miller (10:30am) - Gavin & Michelle Wang Ushers (8:15am) - Dan & Sue Nelson Lonnie & Pat Baack Dave & Mary Holmgren (10:30am) - Dan & Ruth Mohwinkel Drew & Donna Jacobson Isaac Egerer

Eighteenth Sunday of Pentecost

“God has looked after the Israelites as a loving parent would: first showing them the way out of slavery, then feeding and guiding them through the wilderness. And the people respond with all the gratitude of

petulant children."

PRAYER OF THE DAY

You have been generous beyond measure to your children. Open our hearts in gratitude for all that we have received, that we might give you the praise and

honor befitting your goodness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

October 8, 2017

Eighteenth Sunday of Pentecost

8:15am Service Prelude Welcome Invocation Confession Song: “Kyrie” (Lord, Have Mercy) ELW #157 Announcement of Forgiveness Song of Praise: “Now the Feast and Celebration” ELW #167 Prayer of the Day Scripture Reading: Exodus 16:2-3, 8b, 11-17a, 18b Kids’ Time Acclamation: “Come and Fill Our Hearts” ELW #528 (repeat) Gospel Reading: John 6:51 (New Testament p. 75 in your pew Bible) Sermon: Pastor Dave Nelson Song of the Day: “You Satisfy the Hungry Heart” ELW #484 v.2,4,5 Prayers of Intercession Sharing of the Peace Offering Offering Song: “All Are Welcome” ELW #641 v.3 Offertory Prayer Great Thanksgiving Words of Institution Lord’s Prayer The Invitation The Meal Communion Hymns “As the Grains of Wheat” ELW #465 “One Bread, One Body” ELW #496 “Eat this Bread” ELW #472 Prayer after Communion Announcements Blessing Sending Song: “Praise to You, O God of Mercy” ELW #208 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. *St. John’s Mission Statement

10:30am Service Gathering Songs “Sing Praise of God” “As the Grains of Wheat” ELW #465 Welcome Invocation Confession Song: “Kyrie (Lord, Have Mercy)” ELW #157 Announcement of Forgiveness Song of Praise: “Now the Feast and Celebration” ELW #167 Prayer of the Day Scripture Reading: Exodus 16:2-3, 8b, 11-17a, 18b Kids’ time Acclamation: “Come and Fill Our Hearts” ELW #528 (repeat) Gospel Reading: John 6:51 (New Testament p. 75 in your pew Bible) Sermon: Pastor Dave Nelson Song of the Day: “You Satisfy the Hungry Heart” ELW #484 v.2,4,5 Prayers of Intercession Sharing of the Peace Offering Offertory Song: “All Are Welcome” ELW #641 v.3 Offertory Prayer Great Thanksgiving Words of Institution Lord’s Prayer The Invitation The Meal Communion Hymns “We Come to Your Feast” “Eat this Bread” ELW #472 Prayer After Communion Recognition of Pastor Dave’s 10 years of Service at St. John’s and 32 years of Ministry Announcements Blessing Sending Song: “Praise to You, O God of Mercy” ELW #208 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.

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.

CHURCH AND COMMUNITY EVENTS

We are still looking for volunteers to help on our Audio & Video team!! Contact the church office for more info.

2018 ELCA Youth Gathering So far, ten youth have pre-registered for next summer’s ELCA Youth Gathering to be held in Houston, Texas. The theme of the 2018 gathering is “This Changes Everything” based on Ephesians 2:8, “By grace you have been saved…” All youth who will be a part of the graduating classes of 2018-2022 are eligible to attend. There is still time to register and join in what will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The deadline for registration is October 16. If you have any questions please contact Pastor Alex.

Reminder: Please be sure that if you are borrowing items that belong to St. John’s to check them out with the Church office staff. If you have any borrowed items at this time please return to the Church as soon as possible.

You can donate to Hurricane Harvey Relief through the ELCA from the link on our website. Or go directly to their website https://community.elca.org/ushurricanerelief. You can also find donation forms on the Welcome Desk.

Hurricane Donations

Meals On Wheels Thank you to all volunteers delivering meals for the month of October. Your helping hand and loving heart are greatly appreciated.

Sarah Circle: Upcoming dates are October 17 at Diane Nelson’s & November 14 at Mary Holmgren’s.

D-Way Food Collection On Wednesday, October 25, our 5th - 8th graders will once again be conducting a food collection for our local food shelf. I hope if they stop at your home you will be prepared to give generously! You can give either non-perishable food items or cash. If they don’t happen to stop by at your door, simply bring your donation to worship on Sunday, October 29. The food shelf is in need of size 4 and 5 diapers as well as baby wipes.

New Member Gathering/New Member Sunday We have postponed the New Member Gathering and New Member Sunday. Please watch for information regarding the new dates. Thank you.

2017 Junior High Youth Gathering All 7th and 8th graders are invited to the SW MN Synod Junior High Youth Gathering in Willmar, MN, November 18-19. This year’s theme is “Rooted in Faith,” based on Colossians 2:7. Some of the many things that you will experience at the gathering include great music, games, service projects, worship, speakers, and much more! Forms and money are due by October 15. We are also in need of adult leaders to lead our students. Please contact Pastor Alex with any questions.

55+ Trip St. John’s goes to St. John’s Abbey!

October 10, 2017 - 1:00p.m.

† We will visit an exhibit on the Bible and the Reformation entitled “Rebirth, Reform and Revision.”

† Brother Paul August Jasmer, OSB, will play some Lutheran hymns for us on the Abbey organ, which was the last great work of Walter Holtkamp.

† Each car load may choose lunch on their own.

St. John’s will once again be participating in the Chamber’s Halloween event in downtown Annandale from 3:00pm to 5:00pm on October 31. Be sure to stop by the St. John’s table and get some candy!

Chamber “Trick or Treat”

First Communion Gathering Over the next few months we will welcoming our young members as they receive their First Communion. May we lift them up during this joyous milestone.

Celebrating Pastor Dave - Today! We will be honoring Pastor Dave for his 35 years of ordained ministry & 10 years serving here at St. John’s. The church council will be serving treats after both services. A sing-a-long of songs written by Pastor Dave will be held between services. Please join us for the celebration of Pastor Dave’s gifts & the sharing of them here at St. John’s. Please fill out a Thank You card on the table for him.

Nursery Attendants Needed We are looking for adults and high school students that would like to work in our Sunday nursery. You can work one or both services. This is a paid position. Please contact the church office for more information.