St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
Madrid, Iowa
Sunday, May 6, 2007
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Welcome
Easter initiates a new day. It anticipates a new heaven and a new earth. The risen Lord is making all things new. In the mystery of holy baptism God has made new people of us. Today the Lord Jesus invites us to see everyone in a new light—through the lens of love.
PRELUDE Chris Truckenmiller
Confession and Forgiveness
Entrance Hymn When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Greeting & Prayer of the Day
First Reading Acts 11:1–18
Psalm 148
Second Reading Revelation 21:1–6
Gospel John 13:31–35
Hymn of the Day Let Us Break Bread Together
Sermon
Creed
Presentation of the Gifts
Prayers of Intercession
Peace
Eucharistic Prayer
Lord's Prayer
Communion
Blessing
Closing Song Blest Be the Tie That Binds
Announcements
Sending
Postlude Chris Truckenmiller
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St. John’s Lutheran Church
Madrid, Iowa
A congregation of the Southeastern Iowa Synod of the ELCA
515-795-3463; 515-795-3132
Marcus Badgley, Pastor
Heather Simpson, Missionary to Japan
Serving in Worship Today
Ushers: Ken Jensen, Frank Schoff, Brent Nelson
Greeters: Betty Richter, Bernyce Engquist Flowers: Lorraine & Ron Hamel
Lay Lector: Dennis Wilcox
Our Worship Response
Attendance April 29................................................................................................... 89
Gifts Received April 29 .................................................................................. $2,271.00
Building Fund.................................................................................................. 60.00
Benevolence.................................................................................................... 25.00
SMBB, Junior Missions ................................................................................... 14.92
World Hunger.................................................................................................. 25.00
Memorial Fund (Dwight Evans)........................................................................ 105.00
Easter Offering.............................................................................................. 505.00
Mission Support Chart for 2007 A week of support involves a contribution of $25.00 for that week and a promise to pray for the work of Heather Simpson, who teaches English in Japan for the Japanese Evangelical Lutheran Church. Current sponsors are Alan & Bonnie Swanson; Joyce Carlson; Roy & Vel Kendall; Ernie & Katie Anderson; Sue TeRonde; and Karen Bollie. Thank you for your generosity and mission spirit.
This Week at St. John’s
Monday: 7:00 p.m. Committees
7:30 p.m. Congregation Council
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. Quilting
Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. RAP
7:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. Coffee Clatter
Saturday: 7:30 a.m. Men in Mission
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. SMBB High School Garage Sale
Next Sunday: 9:00 a.m. SMBB
9:00 a.m. Adult Class
10:30 a.m. Worship
St. John’s SMBB High School Class will have a garage sale Saturday, May 12, 8:00 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the church lawn. The proceeds of the sale are to benefit Hope Ministries, for the homeless & hungry in central Iowa. You may bring donated items to the church the week of May 6 or call 795-2123 for pick up. Thanks for helping!
There will be an appreciation open house for Mabel and Marty Cernetisch in honor of all their work for Greater Love Ministries, Sunday, May 20, 2-3:30 P.M. here at St. John's.
Applications for the Paul & Phoebe Hellwege Memorial Scholarship are in the church office. This scholarship has been established to support an ELCA student in the quest for a Bachelor’s Degree at a college affiliated with the ELCA. Applications must be submitted by May 15. Full details and applications in the church office.
ACCESS, Assault Care Center Extending Shelter & Support, is looking for volunteers to make a difference in the lives of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Direct service volunteers typically work one four hour shift per week. Training is scheduled for May 12, 13, 19 and 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All four days are required. More information is available on the events bulletin board in the Educational Wing.
Spring is here, the weather is slowly warming, the flowers are coming into bloom and Spring Visit Day at Wartburg College is coming soon. The Wartburg College Spring Visit Day is May 11th and is a great way to check out Wartburg while the campus is vibrant and alive. It is a great alternative to visiting later in the summer when there are fewer people around.
Students can register online at https://my.wartburg.edu/ics/Admissions/. Click then on “Visit Campus or Request Information.” Next click on “Visit Days – Special Visitation Days (Fall Visit…).” Finally, select under “Choose your visit day” the option “Spring Visit Day” and fill in your information. Or students can call in and sign-up for the Spring Visit Day by calling 1-800-772-2085 x8264.
May is National Foster Care Month
There are currently more than 5,000 children in Iowa that need a home. The majority of children in the child welfare system have been abused or neglected, but they have potential to succeed in a nurturing environment.
Lutheran Services in Iowa has teamed up with five other state organizations to form Iowa KidsNet. Iowa KidsNet is dedicated to the safety and permanency of children and families and provides recruitment, training, licensing and support to current and potential foster and adoptive families. The ultimate goal is to create permanent connections between children and families.
Pastor David Nelson and his wife Kris are some of the dedicated people currently serving as a foster care family. “Foster care is extremely rewarding and challenging. We are delighted to be foster parents and the benefits definitely outweigh the difficulties,” says Kris. “It is important that we advocate for the future of all children in order for them to grow up to be happy, productive adults.”
To find out more about LSI’s foster care programs, call 1.888.4LSIOWA or visit www.lsiowa.org. For more information on Iowa KidsNet, or if you are interested in becoming a foster parent, call 1.800.243.0756 or visit www.iowakidsnet.com.
St. John’s is making plans, anticipating the outdoor concert Wednesday, June 20, 7:00 p.m. This year the concert features Frankie Valens, a pop star in the 60’s and 70’s. Frankie and his wife Phyllis, an accomplished concert pianist, traveled full time in their gospel music ministry for seven years before coming off the road in 1997. Their ministry is totally a faith ministry. Please spread the word, bring your lawn chairs or blankets and join in this exciting worship experience. (If the weather doesn’t cooperate, the concert will be in the sanctuary.) There will be a Love Offering received for the Valens’ ministry.
