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A Message from Pastor
We are at about the midpoint of the Summer now, and it is a good time to take stock of this season. As I look at how I have spent my time, I am sad to report that I have not done a great job resting! Resting can be hard work, I know that sounds ironic, but it is true, in fact, it made the list of Commandments! What have you been doing this Summer to find rest in Christ? What are you doing differently than you do the rest of the year? I pray you can take some time to slow down a bit, and enjoy the gifts God has given you. Coming to worship is a big part of learning to rest, so come to St. Andrews this weekend, or find a church to visit while on vacation. See you soon!
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TRANSFER THE BLESSINGS: Your Christian Preamble
We often think about our “Last Will and Testament” simply as directing dollars. But in effect, it is your last word about anything that is on your heart. Most people don’t use it for that, but you can. You can include a “Christian Preamble” by which you testify to your faith. (If your will is already complete, you can write a “family blessing” and put it with your will. Your LCMS Foundation Associate Gift Planning Counselor can help. Contact Ray Pagels, Christian Estate Planner at his cell: 847—226-2262 or [email protected]
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FOOD PANTRY UPDATE: UPDATE: 165 households visited the St Paul of the Cross food pantry in June. Most needed items are cold cereal, pancake mix and syrup, canned tuna and WHITE rice (l lb.). Thank you for your continuing support!
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MISSION OF THE MONTH: Our mission of the month Mission India came into being after in 1971 after Pastor John Davies visited India. Almost overwhelmed by the heat, the crowds of people, and the beggars on street corners grabbing at his sleeve, he was very impressed by the passionate Christians he met on that trip. Despite being extremely outnumbered, they were working hard to reach their fellow citizens for Christ. John was so impressed that he entered into a partnership with Indian Christians that marks the beginning of Mission India. The work of our monthly mission is complicated by the fact that persecution of Christians is very prevalent in India. The country is ranked by Open Doors as number 10 in the ranking of countries of the world for persecution of Christians. Nevertheless, Mission India is passionate about the work of sharing the Gospel despite the ongoing threats that they face.
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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
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LAST WEEK'S ATTENDANCE AND FINANCIALS
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Weekly Giving Report - 06/28/26
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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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Worship Attendance: Saturday 07/04 14 Sunday 07/05 134 TOTAL 148
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Sunday School Teachers Needed!
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Join our Sunday School team! We're looking for volunteers to team up to help teach our Sunday School program. High school volunteers welcome. Contact [email protected]
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Church & School - Join Us On August 23!
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Church congregation and school families, please join us on Sunday, August 23!
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Women's Fellowship
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Join us for Women's Fellowship on August 20 from 6:30-8:30 PM! We will gather in the Narthex.
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Men's Fellowship - August 2026
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Don't miss this month's Men's Fellowship at Pastor Matt's on August 20th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Bring a snack, a friend, and your lawn chair for a great evening! Check the Church App for more details.
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Sponsor Chancel Flowers - Online Ordering Available
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Honor a loved one or celebrate a special milestone by sponsoring chancel flowers. Each arrangement is $47, and you can now order online through the Church Center App.
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How the Sausage is Made (Sermon Study) - August 12, 2026
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Pastor Matt has a converstation with Rev. Dr. Ken Chitwood about Psalm 130. Dr. Chitwood serves as a Professor in Germany, a researcher all over the world, a journalist, and yes, a Lutheran Pastor! Listen in as we talk about the parts of this short Psalm which make us thing and point us to Jesus.
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Jesus Keeps No Records
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We keep records of everything, and it is a good thing we do! We need to pay taxes, update Passports, make sure payments are made on our utilies, etc. But what about a record of the bad things - of our sins? In Psalm 130 we learn that God does not keep a record of our sins. But how can …
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More Than We Expect
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Pastor Ethan takes on the beautiful prayer of Psalm 110 this week, wherein King David describes what to expect from the coming Messiah. David sees a Savior Who reigns eternal, Who rules with power, and Who presides as priest and mediator for His people. David sees someone unimaginably greater than himself - He sees The King Jesus. Listen in to …
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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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