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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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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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