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View our livestream broadcast here:
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TRANSFER THE BLESSINGS: ESTATE CLEANING and PLANNING
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Renee and Fran were chatting as they walked out of Church last Sunday. Renee said, “I finally made the decision to move into a retirement community. My house was just getting to be too much for me, especially after Frank went to be with the Lord. But I just do not know where to get started on the packing. I have lived in that house for thirty years and there is so much stuff to sort through. I am having a tough time starting.” Fran replied, “If you would like, I can come help. I have a lot of boxes, and we can just pick off one room at a time.” Renee said, “Oh that would be lovely.” The process began on Wednesday with lots of laughter and even a few tears. There are many “Big Things” in life that become easier to begin if we just have someone along with us. Christian estate planning is one of those. It requires organization of your information. It includes conversations about what you want to accomplish. It culminates in putting together legal documents that seem powerful, and maybe even a little scary. Your LCMS Foundation Associate Gift Planning Counselor can be your friend who will come along your side to get started. They have expertise and training in helping you move through each step of the process so that you can feel confident about the finished product when you sign documents with your attorney (if necessary). Instead of living with the burden of your procrastination, you can move forward, putting together a faithful stewardship plan directing the gifts the Lord has entrusted to you.
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To receive help with the foregoing, at no cost to you, please contact St. Andrews Christian Estate Planner, Ray Pagels, on his cell: 847-226-2262
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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: A very important ministry of our mission of the month Lutheran Church Charities (LCC) is that of disaster relief. Responding to floods, wildfires, and other natural or man-made disasters, trained Lutheran Early Response Teams (LERT) swing into action. Approximately 850 certified volunteers work with chainsaws and other equipment in activities such as debris removal and flood recovery. Many LERT volunteers are also trained to provide emotional and spiritual care, while others prepare and serve meals to the volunteers. For LERT volunteers, disaster relief is an essential relief and outreach ministry.
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PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR PRAYERS:
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Sherry Avila, 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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A Message from Pastor
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This is the week, many students are starting to return to school. I remember that transition summer into the school year from years ago when I was a student. All of them are starting in new classes, but some of our college students are starting out in new cities, and new states - what a difference that is!
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Lord God, bless all of those starting in new classes and schools this week, and remind us all that your promises are new every morning. May the Holy Spirit teach us to lean on you through all of the transitions of life!
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LAST WEEK'S ATTENDANCE AND FINANCIALS
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Weekly Giving Report - 08/02/26
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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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Sunday School - $425
Missions - $120
Endowment - $70
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Worship Attendance: Saturday 08/01 55 Sunday 08/02 164 TOTAL 219
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Kickoff Friday Family Fellowship - Tonight!
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Join us for Friday Family Fellowship on September 11th at 6:00 PM in the gym! Enjoy dinner and Bible study for all ages.
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Item Collection for The Harbour
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The Board of Service Ministry is collecting items for The Harbour. Read more for additional information and donation lists.
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Comfort Dog Ministry Shoe Drive
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Drop off shoes in collection bins in the narthex or by the school office September 8 thru November 7 to support the Comfort Dog Ministry!
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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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Back to Two Services - September 13
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Our two worship services are starting back up on Sunday, September 13. Join us for worship at 8:30 AM or 11:00 AM.
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How The Sausage is Made (Sermon Study) - September 9, 2026
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SPECIAL GUEST, Rev. Sam Reinhard! How do you preach Matthew 18 without missing the point? Pastor Sam Reinhard breaks down the parable of the unmerciful servant, and the conversation quickly turns into a gripping look at debt, forgiveness, and why the Gospel never stops being astonishing. Pastor Matt and Pastor Sam Reinhard unpack the text behind the sermon, but this …
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Let go of the Ego
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Pastor Matt takes us through the start of Matthew 18, which is the start of a longer discourse from Jesus. Jesus answers the disciples argument about who is the greatest among them with a challenge to have a child-like faith. In fact, Jesus says you cannot be part of the Kingdom of Heaven without such a faith. What does this …
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True Greatness
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In Matthew 18, the disciples argue about who the greatest will be. But they don't understand what true greatness is in the eyes of God. In this sermon Pastor Matt takes us through the words of Jesus and how they land in our real lives. True greatness in the Kingdom of God looks very different than greatness in the world.
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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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