E-Vine February 2, 2018

This Week’s Memory Verse

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. ~Ephesians:6:10-11

As We Gather

Are you tired?  So busy that you feel worn down?  Too much work and not enough rejuvenation?   In our reading from Isaiah, the prophet speaks of the Lord as one who gives strength to the weary, and increases the power of the weak.  May God strengthen and bless us today as we worship Him!

This Sunday is also “Scout Sunday.”  We praise God for all scouting, as well as our Troop 83 and Pack 183.  There will be scouts serving in various capacities in worship and we will have the chance to lift up scouting in prayer today.

Old Testament Isaiah 40:21-31

Psalm: Psalm 147:1-11

Epistle 1 Corinthians 9:16-27

Gospel Mark 1:29-39

Children’s Church Teachers:  Joy Dahl, Lindsey Engelbracht, Jenny Gass

• Upcoming Memorial Service… A memorial service will be held for Ruth Karsten on Saturday, February 17 at 2:00 PM in the sanctuary.

• Director of Youth Ministry Intern . . . Our search for a new Director of Youth ministry is taking a different direction.  We will be seeking an DCE (Director of Christian Education ) Intern from one of the Concordia Universities.  If an intern is placed at St. John’s, he or she will begin in June or July.  Please keep this process in your prayers.

• Bailey Spears, Youth Ministry Leader . . . Bailey Spears, a teacher in our preschool, will also be working part-time with Youth Ministry at St. John’s beginning next month.  Bailey will be heading up Club 56 (5th and 6th grade ministry) and Ablaze (7th and 8th grade ministry).  Please keep Bailey in your prayers as she begins this work.

• First Step of Stephen Series Begins for St. John’s Today… Today Pastor Mark, Penni Cremen, and Pam Barker will begin the process of bringing the lay caring ministry of the Stephen Series to St. John’s.  They will be traveling to Anaheim, CA to begin seven days of training in the techniques of teaching others to do caring ministry.  Please keep them in your prayers so that they have safe travel to and from the conference and a Spirit-filled learning experience while they are there.  We eagerly look forward to the blessings the Stephen Series will bring to the St. John’s community.

• Communion Learning Event… Instruction for preparing to receive Holy Communion for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders with their parents will be held on three Monday evenings, March 5, 12, and 19, 2018 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM.  A letter and registration form was sent out to those in the 6^th – 8^th grades who have not yet participated in this learning event.  If you did not receive this letter, please contact Pastor Mark so that one can be sent to you.  First Communion will be on Maundy Thursday, March 29^th in the 7:00 PM service.

• Dine and Donate…  Please join us for a Dine and Donate fundraiser for the SJLS Theatre Department at Chipotle Restaurant. at 1715 Trancas Street, Suite D on Tuesday, February 6^th between 5:00pm and 9:00pm.  Chipotle will donate 50% – WOW! So please consider supporting this fundraiser.  Please see attached flyer.    SJLS Theatre Department will present “Singing in the Rain Jr.” this spring.  Thank you!

• Ninth Annual Ladies’ Tea… Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 3^rd from 11 AM-2 PM.  Cindy Watter, a master gardener, will be our guest speaker.  Napa High’s Acapella Group, headed by Dave Ruane, will be singing for our entertainment.

• Worship Preparation Team Members Needed… Please consider joining our team!  This important ministry needs some additional helpers – individuals, couples, families, friends!  Many volunteers mean that you only have to serve one or two months each year, so grab a friend and contact Doris Klein and Betsy Gewirz or call the church office if you are able to serve our Lord in this way.

• Women’s Bible Study   Please join us for a weekly Bible study on 1 John on Thursdays from 1 – 2:30 PM, in the sanctuary. All women are invited to this new ministry. Invite a friend!  Bring your Bible or use one from the church. Notebooks and paper will be supplied. Refreshments will be served. Childcare is available with advance notice. Please RSVP to Teresa, Judi, or Pam (via text, phone, or email) so that we know how many chairs to set up. We hope to see you there!

Teresa Schmid   707-738-7554   tschmid08@gmail.com

Judi Rock           707-738-6707   Jbaboo1771@gmail.com

Pam Barker       707-225-4707   pam.moe.barker@gmail.com.

• Main Event, Shamrock Shindig:  SJL’s largest annual school fundraiser, is scheduled for Saturday, March 17^th, with a St. Patrick’s Day theme.  Please show your SJL support by:
  • Donating an Auction Item – – We are seeking donations that will be auctioned off in our silent and live auction.
  • Purchase Raffle Tickets – – Enter for a chance to win a TRIP FOR 2 TO IRELAND!  $100 per entry.  Winner can choose between a golf or non-golf themed adventure. Airfare not included.  Drawing will be held 3/17/18. Winner need not be present to win.
  • Donate an Auction Item & Purchase Raffle Tickets @ www.sjls-apt.com
  • Questions – Contact Dianna Messenger – dbmessenger@yahoo.com

• St. John’s Facilities Online Calendar:  Looking for a room for a meeting or event?  You can view this calendar online.  Go to https://teamup.com/ks059311afd6a21c57   If you would like to book a room/location on campus for an event/meeting, please contact Christy Kramer at the church office to be added to the calendar.  Please note:  You may only use the facility if you have pre-reserved your requested room/location with Christy Kramer

• Mission India:  Please keep this year’s Mission India Literacy trainers in your prayers.  To support this ministry financially, please make out your check to St. John’s.  You can use the designated offering envelopes or write on your check that it is for Mission India.  For more information about our partnership with Mission India and the opportunity to change lives and draw them to Christ, see www.missionindia.org.

• Aaron Comfort Dog… New team members are always welcome!  Come join us and observe how this amazing ministry works.  Please contact Tim or Christy Kramer if you would like to “shadow” during one of our events!
• Aaron Comfort Dog Contact Info:  If you would like to request a visit from Aaron, please contact Tim or Christy Kramer @ 255-0119.  For an update on his activities, please check out his Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages at AaronComfortDog.

• Ministry Opportunity:   St. John’s participates in The Table ministry (based at First Presbyterian Church, 1333 Third St. in Napa) by cooking/serving a meal every month on the 2nd Friday.  If you would like to help, please sign up for a shift (or multiple shifts) by clicking here: We thank you for your service.  Your time and your talents are greatly appreciated.   Blessings, The Table Team

• Recycle your Household Batteries at SJL: St. John’s Lutheran is working with Napa Recycling on collecting and disposing of any household batteries you may have; AAA, AA, C, D & 9 volt batteries. We will not accept automotive or drill batteries, only standard household batteries. Containers are available in the school office, church office, and Room 10.

• Campus Security:  Please remember to check that doors are properly closed and locked as you leave the room you are using.  Thanks for helping us take care of our campus.

• Abide Daily Devotion… How do I let Scripture guide my prayer life?  How can I let Jesus direct what I pray for each day?  The Abide Devotion, written by Pastor Mike, is a daily devotion designed to address these concerns.  You can click here for more information and to subscribe to receive the devotions in your email each morning.