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A Message from Pastor
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When is the last time you invited a friend to do something with you? I ask myself this periodically because life can get so busy, and the weeks seem to fly off of the calendar. It is important to take time to foster relationships, and I don't always do a great job of it! There are seasons in my life when I am better at friendship, and times when I need to work on it. I say that because another question worthy of asking is, "When is the last time you invited a friend to church, or to a church event?" If you love worshipping here, take a bold step and invite someone to join you, and share in your joy! Who are you thinking of inviting right now?
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TRANSFER THE BLESSINGS: Importance of a Christian Estate Plan
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After sharing a presentation about the importance of having a Christian estate plan, planning especially God’s gifts to family and ministry. Frank was present at the presentation. His mind had wandered at times during it, as he was contemplating what exactly he might want to accomplish. Frank came up to me and said, “So what do you really do to help me in this process? I missed that part. I responded, “I am your Christian friend. I will pray with you, discuss with you, and work hard to become clear about what the Lord has laid on your heart to do. Having this clarity before you begin working with attorneys and financial planners is crucial, so that your plans are not vague, but laser focused. There is no cost for my service to you, but I
bring value. We will organize your family and financial information. We will investigate how your beneficiary designations line up with your overall estate intentions. I will offer you some visual designs to get the wheels spinning in your mind, about the possibilities the Lord has given you, of which you might not be fully aware. Then we will gather all that information, sharing it with your advisors so that you step into those appointments, fully prepared to accomplish your goals. I can assist you in preparing a statement of your faith that will speak to family, friends, and even fellow Church members, to encourage them in their faith. Finally, if you tend to get stuck on tackling a big project, I can encourage you to get started, and to keep going until you get it done. All of this we will work on, to assist you in being a faithful steward of the gifts the Lord has given you to manage.” Frank said, “Now I get it. I think I could be helped by many of those things you just described. When can we meet?” To begin your faithful gift planning journey with your LCMS Foundation Associate Gift Planning Counselor, contact Ray Pagels at his cell 847-226-2262 or [email protected]
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FOOD PANTRY UPDATE: 138 households visited the St Paul of the Cross food pantry in July. Most needed items are cold cereal, pancake mix and syrup, and WHITE rice (l lb.). Thank you for your continuing support!
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MISSION OF THE MONTH: The goal of Lutheran Church Charities (LCC), our August mission of the month, is to bring Christ’s mercy and hope to those in need. One of its ministries—its Care Team Ministry—is intended to expand congregations’ outreach and presence. They help to engage the community, build networks of trusted resources, and respond to needs both within and beyond the church. Care Team members are equipped to respond to trauma, crises, and urgent situations with confidence and faith. Some concentrate on providing basic necessities, job training, and financial support. Others focus on visiting and walking alongside vulnerable individuals, serving in partnership with local organizations, or responding to large scale crises or disasters.
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PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR PRAYERS:
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Elizabeth Okray, Frank Brant Avila, Janet Reich, Carol Claybaker, Gigi Breitzman, Livia Grace Gallo, Daniel Avila, Sr., Eleanor Claybaker, Richard Avila, Carol Mraz, Laura Peter, Jeanette Peter, Vito Caputo, Shant Esho
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LAST WEEK'S ATTENDANCE AND FINANCIALS
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Weekly Giving Report - 08/07/26
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Internal Gifts/Receipts - General Fund External Gifts/Receipts
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White Envelope Giving/Plate Offering
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$500 Lutheran Church Charities
$125 for comfort dog
$50 Missions
$30 Endowment
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Worship Attendance: Saturday 08/06 Sunday 08/07 TOTAL
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St. Andrews School Tuition Assistance Matching Challenge
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Read more to learn about the St. Andrews School Tuition Assistance Matching Challenge or for the link to contribute.
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A Gift to the Glory of God
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Read more to learn about how to make a contribution in memory of a loved one.
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Pastor Appreciation Sunday - October 25
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Join us on Sunday, October 25 as we take time to celebrate and show our appreciation for our pastors! We will gather during the Pancake Breakfast in the gym.
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CROP Hunger Walk
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St. Andrews is participating in the 2026 CROP Hunger Walk to support Church World Service (CWS) and help families who are struggling with hunger. Please join us - with your steps and your donations.
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Help Wanted! Volunteer Engagement Director
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Help Wanted! VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR – 5 hrs/wk. Read more to view the full position description.
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How The Sausage is Made (Sermon Study) - October 8, 2026
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The parables in Matthew 22 are not just difficult—they confront the way we think about stewardship, invitation, and whether we are living as though everything belongs to God. Pastor Ethan and Pastor Matt unpack the “terrible parable” of the vineyard and preview the wedding banquet text with one central question: What do these stories reveal about us right now? Ethan …
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Muddy Windows
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Pastor Ethan explores another one of Jesus' parables this week. Set against the backdrop of the perfect, eternal, heavenly Feast described in Isaiah 25, Jesus describes a much messier event. Guests refuse their invitations, people are rebellious, rude, and apathetic. A city is burned and a guest is thrown out. Through the messiness, and however muddled it may appear, the …
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The Most Terrible Parable - The Noble Vineyard Owner
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Pastor Matt takes us back to Matthew 21, to the second Parable Jesus tells during Holy Week. Jesus takes on the religious leaders who act as if they are in charge and have the authority that only God truly has. Jesus challenges them with a brutal parable about a vineyard owner whose tenants act as if they own the land, …
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CHURCH OFFICE 847-823-6656
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Nichole Wandel, Office Administrator
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Matthew J. Hoffmann, Pastor
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Ethan Luft, Associate Pastor
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Jordan Holliday, Director of Music
Christa Neve, Director of Comm. and Media
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Greg Lendy, Contemporary Worship
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Hillary Delanty, Principal
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SCHOOL OFFICE 847-823-9308
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