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Adult Faith Formation

Shannon Brehmer
Adult Faith Formation Coordinator
830-249-3651
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Sunday School Schedule

Mr. David Houston: Room 212 (Council Room)

Mr. Jack Jones: Small Dining Room
This class is studying the book of Hebrews.

Mr. Lanne Brehmer: Historic Chapel
This class is studying "The Truth about Islam." 

Dr. Rob and Darla Bradley: Pastor Schulte’s Office
This class is studying the book of Ephesians

Jill Daniel: Saxon House (the front room)
This class is doing a study comparing Christianity to Mormons and other religions

Marcy Voss and Janet Blackburn: Adult Ministry Office This is a Sunday School class for women.
They are currently studying the Beatitudes

George Klein and Darren Brehmer: Saxon House This is a Sunday School class for men. They are currently studying the book of Romans

Spring Bible Studies

Luther's Legacy for Laity

Thursday nights Beginning April 8th

Pastor Schulte will facilitate this 4 week DVD based study titled “Luther’s Legacy for Laity.” This course consists of presentations on some of the significant teachings of Martin Luther and the Reformation presented by some of the top theologians and historians across the ELCA. These presentations were filmed live at the Lay School of Ministry in the Northwest Synod of Wisconsin.

Look for sign up forms in the Gathering Place or in the Sunday bulletins.

You can also sign up for any bible study by emailing Shannon Brehmer.
Childcare will be available for any bible study upon request.
To reserve childcare, please contact Shannon Brehmer


 
The LARKS will meet on Monday, March 1st, 6:30 PM in the church fellowship hall. The evening will begin with the regular Pot-Luck Dinner. The program will be an informative presentation by Captain James Droste. Captain Droste is a graduate of the US Naval Academy. He commanded the USS George Washington, the first of the large class nuclear submarines. He has many interesting stories to tell. He is a friend of Don Barnes. Our hosts for the evening are the Bauer's. Another couple is needed to assist them. Kindly call the Adickes' at 981-8248 if you can help.

 

 

 

ST. JOHN ANNUAL CHARITY FUND RAISER DINNER

Featuring Shrimp, Crawfish and Barbecue
Saturday, April 24, 2010
At the Kendall County Fairgrounds at the New Dance Hall
Doors Open at 5 pm, Meal served from 6:00-7:00 pm


Ticket Prices: Adults $25, Children 12 and under $5.00 Tickets will be available on Tuesday, March 30 at the church office. Tickets will be sold before, between and after services on April 4, 11, 18

Menu for the event: Cajun Gumbo, Shrimp Gumbo, Boiled Shrimp, Boiled Crawfish, Axis Sausage, Camp House Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Hot Dogs, Home Made Deserts, Barbequed Wild Hogs, Barbecued Chicken, Venison Chile, Sika Salisbury Steak, and Home Made Bread

We need your help this year as much as ever!
First: We need helpers. Our next committee meeting will be Tuesday evening March 9th at 7 p.m. at St. John…please come to this meeting if you can help in any way. We need pot flippers, tater turners and pot watchers to name only a few.
Second: We need to start collecting donations now.

We are in need of donations for the silent auction, raffles and live auction.

This charity dinner is put on by the membership of St. John and we all need to band together to make this the best ever. You all did an awesome job last year of providing these items. You might have some things around your house you want to donate. Make sure they are GENTLY used or nearly new. We appreciate all your support in help and donations.
• If you have items or cash to donate contact Jill in the church office 830-249-3651 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
• Any other questions contact Lem Sinclair at 830-446-9030 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 
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Current Friends ‘N Faith Groups

Meeting times and Contacts

• LARKS: This group meets on the 1st Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Contact Pastor Don and Marge Adicks at 830-981-8248.

• LUNCH BUNCH: This group meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 12:00 p.m. at different restaurants. Contact Ruby Conrad at 830-537-3219.

• EAT OUT GROUP: This group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm at different restaurants. Contact Kjell and Arliss Oliverson at 830-981-8501.

• DOMINOES: This group meets on the 1st Sunday of each month at 6:00p.m. in Luther Hall. Contact Patsy Brehmer at 830-816-2221.

• CANASTA: This group meets on the 3rd Sunday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in Luther Hall. Contact Linda Sauter at 830-537-5614.

• HAND AND FOOT CANASTA: This group meets on the 4th Sunday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Contact Dave and Joyce Smith at 830-537-9120.

• SCRAPBOOKING/CRAFTS: This group meets on the 2nd Monday of each month in The Alpha Room (FLC). Contact Elane Jones at 210-877-9166.

• QUILTING: This group meets on the 1st and 2nd Mondays of each month. Contact Nancy Felps at 336-2768

• BASKETBALL: This group meets every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. This group also meets every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the FLC. Contact Zack Fisher at 830-816-4452.

• FABULOUS FOLDERS: This group meets every Friday morning in room 212 at 8:30 a.m. to fold bulletins. Contact Deneice Cheves at 830-249-3651.

• MARVELOUS MAILERS: This group meets as needed to help with church mailings. Contact Cookie Rader at 210-698-3949.

• YOUNG FAMILIES: This group meets monthly for social activities. Contact Marissa Klein at 830-336-4487.

• GROWING FAMILIES: This group meets monthly for social activities. Contact Jill Daniels at 830-249-8141.

• MEN’S BREAKFAST: This group meets every other Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. in the Small Dining Room. Contact the church office for more information.

• “RUTH’S JOURNEY”: This group will consist of St. John Members who are widows. “Ruth’s Journey” will meet together monthly for social activities. For more information, contact Sue Schultheis at 830-981-2316, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

• BUNKO: This group meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month in Luther Hall. Contact Linda Sauter at 830-537-5614.

• PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP: This group meets on the 2nd Friday of the month. For more information, contact Tiffany Jureczki at 830-230-5440.
 
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———Youth Faith Formation——

Bryant Williams

Final Entry From The Desk of the Youth Guru

Dear All of St. John,

It has been an honor and a blessing to
serve you over the past 8 months here in Boerne. I have enjoyed all of our experiences together. I hope to keep in touch with the community and
family I have made here in Boerne and will try and keep you updated through notes and things. I know you will definitely see an invitation coming through for my wedding in July of 2011.

Once again I thank you all so much for sharing even this little sliver of your life with me. I pray that God will bring someone in to take my place that fulfills all you need and more. May God keep you safe this summer in all your travels. I will be thinking and praying for all of you to have a wonderful time with everything coming in the months to come

Yours in Christ Always,
Bryant
 
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I am the Lord your God.

THE FIRST COMMANDMENT

You shall have no other Gods.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear, love, and trust God above everything else.

THE SECOND COMMANDMENT

You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not use his name superstitiously, or us it to curse, swear, lie, or deceive but call on him in prayer, praise, and thanksgiving.


THE THIRD COMMANDMENT

Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear and love God so that we don not neglect his Word and the preaching of it, but regard it as holy and gladly hear and learn it.


THE FOURTH COMMANDMENT

Honor your father and your mother.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not despise or anger our parents and others in authority, but respect, obey, love, and serve them.

THE FIFTH COMMANDMENT

You shall not kill.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not hurt our neighbor in any way, but help him in all his physical needs.


THE SIXTH COMMANDMENT

You shall not commit adultery.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear and love God so that in matters of sex our words and conduct are pure and honorable, and husband and wife love and respect each other.


THE SEVENTH COMMANDMENT

You shall not steal.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not take our neighbor's money or property, or get them in any dishonest way, but help him to improve and protect his property and means of making a living.


THE EIGHTH COMMANDMENT


You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not betray, slander, or lie about our neighbor, but defend him, speak well of him, and explain his actions in the kindest way.

THE NINTH COMMANDMENT


You shall not covet your neighbor's house.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not desire to get our neighbor's possessions by scheming or by pretending to have a right to them, but always help him keep what is his.


THE TENTH COMMANDMENT

You shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his manservant, or his maidservant, or his cattle, or anything that is your neighbor's.

What does this mean for us?

We are to fear an love God so that we do not tempt or coax away from our neighbor his wife or his workers, but encourage them to remain loyal.


WHAT DOES GOD SAY OF ALL THESE COMMANDMENTS?


He says: "I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me, but showing steadfast love to thousands of those who love me and keep my commandments."

What does this mean for us?

God warns that he will punish all who break these commandments. Therefore we are to fear his wrath and not disobey him. But he promises grace and every blessing to all who keep these commandments. Therefore we are to love and trust him, and gladly do what he commands.
 
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

St. John's Children's Ministry develops engaging programming in order to excite children so that they want to learn more about God.  We believe that it's a SIN to bore children with the Bible.  Biblical stories are exciting and need to be brought to life in a way that is fun and engaging. Our programs meet the needs of children during the different stages of their faith development. 

In Sunday school the Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten children are taught using Group Publishing's Hands-On-Bible curriculum.  This curriculum is adapted for this age groups shorter attention span by engaging them in a wide variety of activities, this allows them to fully experience the Bible lesson.  Their classrooms are being decorated to welcome and delight them.  Classrooms include "Father Abraham's Tent" which is a beautiful tented room where they learn music and watch videos.

First thru Fifth graders enjoy rotational Sunday school where the children study the same Biblical character or Bible story over several weeks using different formats (or workshops) including drama, art, computers, games, movies, science and cooking.  Each workshop is being decorated to reflect an individual theme and are exciting places for the children to come and learn God's Word.  Workshops completed include "The Galaxy Theatre" - a real theatre complete with projection system, surround sound and theatre seating, "God's Gallery" - an art workshop that has paintings that depict the Creation, and "The Disciple's Diner" - a Fisher's of Men themed room where children engage in the Bible lesson by preparing food.

Sixth grade students prepare for confirmation studies in the Holy Hangout through the use of topical Bible studies that use video and music that appeal to their age.

Director of Children's Ministry      

Ann Knuppel   

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