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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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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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