St. John Lutheran Church
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How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who publishes peace, who brings good news of happiness, who publishes salvation, who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.” Isaiah 52:7
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Devotion: The Lord Jesus Comforts Us with the Preaching of His Resurrection “The God who … gives to all mankind life and breath and everything” (Acts 17:24–25) wants all people to seek Him that they might “feel their way toward Him and find Him” (Acts 17:27). But in our sinful ignorance, we humans turn instead to idols “formed by the art and imagination of man” (Acts 17:29). Therefore, God appointed the Man of Righteousness, Jesus Christ, and “has given assurance to all by raising Him from the dead” (Acts 17:31). Because He lives, we also live (John 14:19) in His forgiveness, and thus we love Him and keep His commandments (John 14:15). While the risen Lord prepares us for His ascension, He will not leave us “as orphans” (John 14:18), but He gives “another Helper,” the Holy Spirit, to be with us forever (John 14:16) through the preaching of “Jesus and the resurrection” (Acts 17:18). Because He “suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous” (1 Peter 3:18), we “honor Christ the Lord as Holy” and are always “prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks” for the reason for our hope (1 Peter 3:15). Our Baptism “now saves” us “as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ” (1 Peter 3:21).
Prayer List Requests: If you would like to submit a prayer request, please contact the Church Secretary at 580-353-0556 or email at churchsecretary@stjohnlawton.com. What a friend we have in Jesus...take it to the Lord in Prayer. Church members may find prayer request names after signing in {"log in"} and navigating to this link under the Membership Directory Web Page.
Life Quotes: “When Jesus returns, all who believe in Him will be raised up from death to live in His presence forever. That is the promise of His enduring, steadfast love: ‘I am sure of this, that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ’ (Philippians 1:6). The purpose of God for us will be fulfilled!”
Life Thoughts In The Church Year: Like Athens at the time of the Apostle Paul’s preaching (Acts 17:16), this world is full of idols. Today’s idols may take on a different shape, but they are just as deadly. These idols craftily disguise themselves with practical sounding words and phrases, such as “reproductive health care” and “death with dignity.” The One True God, the Lord of Life, offers a better way. Jesus says, “Because I live, you will also live” (John 14:19). Though in this life we may be tested and tried like silver, and what may appear to be a crushing burden is laid on our backs, the Lord God has promised to bring us into a place of abundance (Psalm 66:10-12). We have been given the Helper, the Spirit of Truth, who dwells in us (John 14:16-17), that we may serve God in our various vocations as Gospel-motivated voices for Life, always being ready to make a defense for the hope that is in us (1 Peter 3:15).
The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God by Tiffany Penton and Karen Reed in memory of James Reed. We wish God’s richest blessings on Tiffany and Karen.
The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God by Helen McDonald in memory of Ken McDonald. We wish God’s richest blessings on Helen.
Altar Flowers: If you would like to place flowers on the altar for an Anniversary, Birthday, Memorial or other special occasion, please remember to sign up on the “Flower Chart.” Please sign your name and the special occasion. The cost is $75.00 for both arrangements. It is permissible to have more than one person sign up for a Sunday and split the cost. You can also call the office at 580 353-0556 and Sandra will sign you up. Please make note that if you sign up for flowers they will be seasonal flowers unless you have a special request you have to let Betty Aliff or Sandra know a WEEK IN ADVANCE. You can either use the envelope or the QR code in the box by the flower chart to cover the cost. There is only a few weekends left August2 and 30 and September 6.
JUMP FOR JESUS SPRING FLING - Join us in sharing the love of Jesus with our little lambs from St. John Lutheran Preschool and their families at our Spring Fling, which will be held from 4:30 - 6:00 PM on Friday, May 15. This is an excellent opportunity to reach out to families who may be looking for a church family. (We are still in need of volunteers to help with set-up, games, and clean-up. Please sign up to assist on the volunteer sheet located in the narthex on the credenza if you are able.) Thank you for being the hands and feet of Christ!
Volunteers Needed: Help us support our St John Lutheran Preschool by volunteering at our Spring Fling Preschool Party which will be held on Friday, May 15, from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. There are many ways to help! We will need: Snack bar workers Clean-up crew Greeters Baked goods donated Set-up crew Game attendants
BAKE WALK REQUEST - If you would like to donate a baked food item (cake, cookies, cupcakes, etc.) for the Bake Walk at our Spring Fling, please sign up on the volunteer sheet on the credenza in the narthex. Because of health department guidelines, store-bought items are preferred. You may leave your items in the kitchen by May 15th at noon. Thank you for your "sweetness" and generosity!
WALK FOR LIFE: Don't forget to see Marki or Susie in the narthex after service to sign up to walk and/or make a donation to the Annual Walk for Life in support of the Pregnancy Resource Center (PRC) of Southwest Oklahoma. If you would like to donate see Marki Payne on May 24th or Susie Kinne on May 31st at the table outside of the office. The Walk for Life will kick off at 9:00 a.m. on June 7th at the Patriot Pavilion of Elmer Thomas Park. We'll have live music, food trucks, face painting, family activities, and a K9 corner. Additionally, you can claim a free t-shirt by registering online by May 20th. Come be a part of this life-affirming mission! ENTER THE WALK FOR LIFE BANNER CONTEST FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $500! The theme for this year's walk is, "Fearfully and wonderfully made." Guidelines are as follows: 1. Banner should reflect this year's theme and the mission of the Pregnancy Resource Center. 2. Be large enough for two people to hold. 3. Check-in at the registration table on the morning of the event. 4. Banners will be judged based on creativity and visual impact. Be creative. Represent St. John's. Stand out! ♥️
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Walk for Life 2026
Attention Bibliophiles! Book Club will be meeting at the Old Plantation at 6:00 p.m.on Tuesday, May 19th. This month's selection Is Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. Don't worry if you haven't had a chance to read the novel. It's still an excellent opportunity to share in Christian sisterhood and a night out. Please join us!
Remembering Our Saints
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Please note for security reasons if you come into the church from the north door or the kitchen and there are people in the office please make them feel safe and announce yourself.
Announcements! In order to ensure that announcements are included in the weekly bulletin please have them into the office by Thursday at 1 p.m. Click below to submit an announcement. We want to help you get the word out. Our office hours are Monday – Friday 9 a.m. till 3 p.m. with an hour lunch from 11:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS:
***Children's Sunday School will not meet on May 24 due to Memorial Day vacation.***
Please join us for Sunday School from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Whether your child is new to St. John or has been attending for years, we offer a nurturing environment where they can explore God's Word in age-appropriate ways. Our dedicated teachers are passionate about helping children understand Biblical truths and apply them to everyday life. We can't wait to grow together in faith! If you have any questions talk with Jonathan Beckman or Brande Beckman after church.
Security. Due to ongoing security issues, we are forced to make security changes for entrance into the church and within the church. The main entrance to the church will be through the entrance doors from the parking lot. The kitchen door will only be opened by the inside push bar. Please ensure if you open any doors to the outside, the door is locked back when shutting. Also, if you open a door and prop it open, someone needs to visibly see the door. Any questions or concerns, please contact me. Phil Fritsch 580-483-3224
You can access the pictorial directory on-line by Logging into your account in top right corner. Navigate to >ABOUT US >MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY. Call or see Jonathan Mackay, 808-343-0291, if you are not able to login with your account.
Concordia Resource Program. Did you know Concordia has a wonderful resource program that you can sign up for and get great benefits. You can get free shipping with qualifying orders, discounts and member-exclusive offers. There is a order form on the credenza in front of the office with lots of offers. Sign-up at cph.org/resource-program.
Please don’t forget, we are always collecting pull tabs and aluminum cans. The funds from our efforts aid various outreach programs.
LWML Outreach collections for the months of March and April will be food items for the Lawton Food Bank. All nonperishable foods are welcome. They can be placed in the brown basket in the Narthex. Thank you for reaching out to "the least of these" in the name and love of Jesus. NOTE: food items may not be previously opened or be past the expiration date on the box. Any opened and expired foods will be disposed of. If you prefer to make a cash donation, please place it in the decorated box at the back of the Sanctuary. Make checks payable to LWML. Thank you in advance for your support of the Lawton Food Bank.
Women’s Bible Study -
Daytime Bible Study will resume on Wednesday, April 15, at 11:00 a.m. in the LWML room. This week’s study will be over Psalm 13. All women of the congregation are welcome, and please feel free to bring a friend!
Evening Bible Study will resume on Wednesday, April 15, at 5:45 p.m. in the Bible Study Room. This week’s study will be over Psalm 13. All women of the congregation are welcome, and please feel free to bring a friend!
The Lutheran Hour can be heard every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. on K-LAW 101.3 FM. You can also download The Lutheran Hour app for free and listen anytime, anywhere. Find it on the Apple app store, the Amazon Kindle Fire and on Google Play. Or simply listen on your desktop, tablet or smartphone at www.lutheranhour.org.
Mission and Volunteer:
If you are looking for a way to serve the church? We need help with the altar duties. The sign-up sheet is on the table in front of the Bible Study Room.
There are many ways that we are able to serve the Lord. One way is to serve as either an usher or a greeter. It takes just a moment of your time, but means so much to our members. Thank you to all who signed up to be a greeter. All months have been filled. There is however, still a need for ushers. Sign up today and take an active part in this ministry here at St. John.
Please don’t forget, we are always collecting pull tabs and aluminum cans. The funds from our efforts aid various outreach programs.
Did you know you can email your Board of Directors? Their email addresses are listed on the Membership Directory page, dedicated to St John Members only. To do so, Login in the top right corner of stjohnlawton.com and navigate to "> About Us > Membership Directory". If you have issues with login or need to submit for one, please call Jonathan Mackay at 808-343-0291.
Giving opportunities. St. John Lutheran now has several ways to give your offerings. You can select GIVE on the top menu bar or down below at the bottom right of each page on this website. Of course, you can still use your envelopes.
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