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A Message from Pastor
Last week in our worship services we talked about the "weirdness" of the kindom of heaven, we even suggested the motto, "Keep St. Andrews Weird!" I am not sure we're making tee shirts yet, lol! This week we learn some powerful lessons about how Christians interact, and how we take a genuine interest in one another. I would like to invite you to consider how you can intentionally be weirdly generous and gracious to your neighbors. God has placed you in unique situations with specific people, how can you respond to God's grace by being used by God as a beacon of love and hope to those around you?
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St. Andrews Lutheran Church and School Endowment Funds Gifts
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There are several tax-efficient ways individuals and families can contribute to the St. Andrews Lutheran Church and School Endowment Fund. Each method can help donors maximize their giving impact while minimizing taxes. A few of the more common ways to contribute to a tax-efficient way include:
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Donate appreciated assets held long-term (more than a year) instead of cash.
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Donating long-term appreciated assets (such as stocks, mutual funds, paid up life insurance policies, certificate of deposits (CD’s), annuities or real estate held for over one year) allows the donor to avoid paying capital gains tax while claiming a charitable deduction for the asset’s fair market value. This can increase the size of the gift and save up to 15%–20% in capital gains tax while providing an income tax deduction up to 30% of adjusted gross income (AGI) for gifts to qualified charities. Note that the charitable contribution limit for appreciated assets is 30% which is lower than the limitation for cash contributions. Also note that the application of the limitation rules for combinations of cash and appreciated assets can be complex.
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You can donate appreciated stock held long term (more than a year) by sending instructions to the receiving institution for your stock transfer is Charles Schwab. Our account number at Schwab is 8722-4500. Our name on the account is St Andrews Lutheran Church of Park Ridge. Schwab’s DTC code is 0164.You can put Mike Bauer down as the contact name at St Andrews if you need that information to make the transfer. His phone number is (847) 507-0482.
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To receive help with the forgoing, at no cost to you, please contact St. Andrews Christian Estate Planner. Ray Pagels , on hid cell: 847-226-2262 or on his email at [email protected]
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LWML LADIES LUNCHEON: The women's LWML group of Saint Paul Mt. Prospect are planning to host a luncheon to build awareness and provide financial support for Redeeming Life Outreach Ministry (RLOM). RLOM is a Christ-centered maternity home offering love, hope, and a future to single pregnant women in crisis. Based in Central Florida and expanded to Northern Illinois, RLOM is a Recognized Service Organization (RSO) of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. See https://www.rlom.org/ for more information.
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The luncheon will be held on Saturday, October 3, 10:00-1:30pm at Saint Paul Lutheran Church, 100 S. School Street, Mount Prospect, IL. All women in our local circuit congregations are invited. Click here to register.
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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: People who are blind often feel isolated from the broader society. They may feel alone, unloved, and broken by a society that can be cruel and cold. The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod first began to address the needs of blind and visually impaired people in 1923 when it began producing devotional materials in Braille. Sixteen years later, Synod introduced its Library for the Blind which offers free and on loan Braille, large print, and audio materials to those with limited or no sight. Today, with more than 6,000 total items available (including the Lutheran Witness), it is the largest Christian lending library for people who are blind. Providing Braille and large print materials is just one of the features of our Mission of the Month Lutheran Blind Mission.
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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, Shant Esho
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LAST WEEK'S ATTENDANCE AND FINANCIALS
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Weekly Giving Report - 08/28/26
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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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Lobby Beautification - $230
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Worship Attendance: Saturday 08/27 56 Sunday 08/28 134 TOTAL 190
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Pasta Under the Stars Fundraiser for 6th Grade Walcamp
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Join us for Pasta Under the Stars on Nov 7, from 6pm-8pm, to support our 6th graders' Walcamp trip. Great food, fun, and community await!
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Comfort Dog Ministry Shoe Drive
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We're still collecting shoes through November 7! Ask your family, friends, and neighbors if they have any shoes to donate!
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Friday Family Fellowship November 13
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Join us for Friday Family Fellowship on November 13 at 6:00 PM in the gym! Enjoy dinner and Bible study for all ages.
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Be a Bethlehem Walk Volunteer
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Bethlehem Walk is coming December 5 & 6, and we need YOU to help make this special event possible! Read more for link to Volunteer Interest Form.
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Coat, Turkey, and Funding Drive for St. Matthew
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Support St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Chicago by donating gently used coats, signing up to provide a turkey, or contributing funds from October 24 through November 15.
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How the Sausage is Made (Sermon Study) - October 28, 2026
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Pastors Ethan Luft and Matt give a behind-the-scenes look at sermon prep at St. Andrews. - **Reformation Sunday recap (0:20–1:18):** They praise the weekend's worship, including Jordan, the choir and the brass. The music included "Thy Strong Word," Luther's Morning Prayer and "A Mighty Fortress." - **Matt's sermon (1:31–4:48):** He preached on 2 Timothy, where Paul says "Luke alone is …
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All You Need to Know
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Pastor Ethan invites us to meditate on a few words from John's first letter while celebrating All Saints Day. This week we'll remember those who have gone before us in the faith and are currently rejoicing with the risen Savior. John's letter reminds us of a few important things: we are privileged to be God’s children, we a different than …
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Never Alone - Reformation 2026
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We live in an age when people feel increasingly disconnected, but that never how God intended for us to live! We celebrate the Reformation this year by looking at Smalcald Part III Article IV, which was written about 20 years after the famous nailing of the 95 theses to the door of the Wittenberg chapel. This article instructs on the …
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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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