We Pray For
††† the Church
††† a firm faith during these days of trouble and trial
††† government, law enforcement, emergency and military personnel, especially Brant S., Luke R. and Nathan T.
††† a long memory to recall those who gave all to defend our nation
††† those in need of God’s healing especially Pastor Ken Humphrey of Morrill, Kathleen Eagle (Conrad’s sister), Merry
R., sister of Kathi Brown, Rev. Vernon Boehlke (retired) Pavillion, WY; the recovering, especially John A., diagnosed
with prostate cancer, father of Kristin B., Pastor Terry Wiley of Rawlins, Rev. Ralph Jaeger (retired) of Laramie,
Kristin P. and Pastor Grams; those homebound or in group care homes, especially Lila A., Bonnie H., Wanda K.,
Noreen P., Lorraine P., Kim H., Gene H., and Farren S.
††† travelers
††† our tithes and offerings
††† those recovering from the effects of the recent winter storms
††† a firm faith during these days of trouble and trial
††† government, law enforcement, emergency and military personnel, especially Brant S., Luke R. and Nathan T.
††† a long memory to recall those who gave all to defend our nation
††† those in need of God’s healing especially Pastor Ken Humphrey of Morrill, Kathleen Eagle (Conrad’s sister), Merry
R., sister of Kathi Brown, Rev. Vernon Boehlke (retired) Pavillion, WY; the recovering, especially John A., diagnosed
with prostate cancer, father of Kristin B., Pastor Terry Wiley of Rawlins, Rev. Ralph Jaeger (retired) of Laramie,
Kristin P. and Pastor Grams; those homebound or in group care homes, especially Lila A., Bonnie H., Wanda K.,
Noreen P., Lorraine P., Kim H., Gene H., and Farren S.
††† travelers
††† our tithes and offerings
††† those recovering from the effects of the recent winter storms
† HEED THE WORD OF THE LORD “Always keep on praying” (1 Thess. 5:17) †
Announcements
JUNE LUTHERANS FOR LIFE, CALENDAR AND ROUND UP are posted on the church website. Please read and download these monthly articles. There are some copies on the shelving in the Narthex for those that need them. Also look for the latest edition of the Stewardship Newsletter, Nathaniel’s Newsletter and Life Together videos with President Harrison, which are added as they become available.
A FATHER’S INFLUENCE: Studies show that if a mother of a family attends worship, there’s a 16 percent chance that the rest of the family will also attend. Yet when a father attends worship, there’s a 93 percent chance that other family members will be present, too. Just think, Dad, of the clout you have. Hope to see you in church this weekend!
FINANCES REMAIN TIGHT: While the Lord has moved certain people to fill part of the gap on our unpaid bills, our finances remain tight. There is only one time that God invites His people to test Him; in Malachi 3:10 He says, “Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the LORD of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need” (bold added). Please consider how He has blessed you and respond accordingly in faith trusting His perfect care for you. What can you do?
1) Pray for our congregation, for Dennis, for Pastor Bertram, for God’s people to be faithful stewards of all he has first
given us.
2) Consider how God has blessed you and your family and give a proportionate gift back to God of what He has given
you. “We give Thee but Thine own . . .” (LSB 781:1) All you have is a gift from God.
3) Check with Dennis and encourage him. We put him in a very difficult spot when there are more bills than money.
4) Be in the Word faithfully and regularly.
5) Be in the Divine Service faithfully and regularly.
THE GOOD NEWS MAGAZINE: the GOOD NEWS magazine is filled with Bible pictures and simple explanations of the saving faith of Christ and His sin-cleansing Gospel. If you often feel a need for a simple tool to help you read and meditate on the Scriptures—or even a tool to help you teach God’s Gospel, in Christ, to your children or grandchildren—the GOOD NEWS magazine will be a great help for you. For a subscription to this magazine, email: info@good-news.net; or call 1-800-778-1132.
PREPARING FOR NEXT SUNDAY (June 2)-To prepare for next Sunday’s Divine Service and your hearing of the Word, read through and meditate upon the readings from God’s Word for the Seventh Sunday of Easter.
First Reading: Acts 1:12-26
Epistle Reading: Revelation 22:1-6, 12-20
Holy Gospel: John 17:20-26
PLEASE SIGN THE RECORD OF FELLOWSHIP either as the offering is being received or at some other convenient time. While exiting the pew, please hand the completed sheet to the usher.
*Just a Reminder: Please “quiet” or turn off your cell.
THE CREATION/EVOLUTION SEMINAR has been set for Saturday, October 5, 2019. Tentative topics to be covered are 1) What About the Dinosaurs? and 2) The Flood, Fossils and the Ice Age. The Board of Christian Education is offering this seminar to our congregation, the Panhandle congregations of the Wyoming District, Chadron State College students and all others who are interested. The Board has estimated that the seminar will cost approximately $670.00. This will cover the honorarium of $150.00 for Saturday seminar, Sunday Bible Class and preaching, gift of $100.00, mileage of $220.00, and $200.00 for the Saturday meal. We have received $600.00 so far. The Board kindly asks that you prayerfully consider contributing to this important learning opportunity. If you would like to do so, please make your check payable to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and put “Creation/ Evolution” in the memo line. If you have questions, please talk to a Board member: Wayne S., Marci S., JoAnn S.or Kristin B.
READ THE BIBLE IN 2019 AND THEN TAKE A QUIZ:
This past week we read from 2 Chronicles. While there are many similarities between the books of 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, and 1 and 2 Chronicles, there are some important differences, including the intended audience. Chronicles was written for the returning exiles and focuses on the Southern Kingdom of Judah to show David’s line, which points forward to Christ, the Son of David. The Northern Kingdom of Israel is only mentioned when it impacted Judah in a significant way. In the big picture, Chronicles is meant to refocus the returning exiles on their Holy God and holy living. Chronicles avoids a lot of political and social matters found in the preceding books. Last year I posted monthly tests; this year I’m posting a weekly quiz that is available each Saturday morning so you can check your memory at the close of the current week’s readings. The previous quizzes, complied by month, remain accessible anytime you want the review. The tests from the 2018 reading program have different questions and are also available.
This past week we read from 2 Chronicles. While there are many similarities between the books of 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, and 1 and 2 Chronicles, there are some important differences, including the intended audience. Chronicles was written for the returning exiles and focuses on the Southern Kingdom of Judah to show David’s line, which points forward to Christ, the Son of David. The Northern Kingdom of Israel is only mentioned when it impacted Judah in a significant way. In the big picture, Chronicles is meant to refocus the returning exiles on their Holy God and holy living. Chronicles avoids a lot of political and social matters found in the preceding books. Last year I posted monthly tests; this year I’m posting a weekly quiz that is available each Saturday morning so you can check your memory at the close of the current week’s readings. The previous quizzes, complied by month, remain accessible anytime you want the review. The tests from the 2018 reading program have different questions and are also available.
Read the Bible, then take a weekly quiz (here). Our next quiz will be posted on May 25, 2019.
Bible reading 2018, monthly tests, on our website (here)
Bible reading 2018, monthly tests, on our website (here)
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THE WEEK ENDING MAY 2519. 2 Chronicles 32-34
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THE WEEK ENDING JUNE 126. Nehemiah 7
27. Nehemiah 8-9 28. Nehemiah 10-11 29. Nehemiah 12-13 30. Esther 1-5 31. Esther 6-10 JUNE 2019 1. Job 1-4 |
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Sun. 26 Adult Bible Class 9:00am
Sunday School 9:00am Divine Service 10:00am Bibliophiles Study Group 11:15am Mon. 27 Memorial Day (observed) Pastor’s Day of Rest Wed. 29 Women’s Bible Study 9:00am Thur. 30 The Ascension of our Lord Men’s Bible Study 8:00am Sun. 2 Adult Bible Class 9:00am Sunday School 9:00am Divine Service with Holy Communion 10:00am Bibliophiles Study Group 11:15am |
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LIFE QUOTES MAY 26, 2019
“Ascension Day, a holy day falling inconspicuously on a Thursday in May, is the conspicuous declaration that we are not left as orphans. In the same post-resurrection body that He invited Thomas to touch, Jesus invites us to full humanity even today. He ascended with a body, He shares in our humanity, extending His own body even now, promising to return for our own bodies. Christ is preparing a room for us, and we can know it is real because He himself is real.” Jill Carattini, Ravi Zacharias International Ministries – A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life • www.lutheransforlife.org
STEWARDSHIP BULLETIN SENTENCES MAY 26, 2019
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Acts 16:9 – “And a vision appeared to Paul in the night: a man of Macedonia was standing there, urging him and saying, ‘Come over to Macedonia and help us.’ ” God does all the saving of the Macedonians, but He does it through the ministry of St. Paul, who was called to go and help them. How is the Lord calling you to use your gifts for His work?
KFUO.ORG FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 26, 2019
This week on KFUO.org, we remember all those who have fought for our freedom during this Memorial Day Holiday. Study the Truth in Genesis 29-31 on Sharper Iron with Rev. Jonathan Fisk and guest pastors (Tu-Fr at 8:00 a.m. CT), learn about service opportunities with the Lutheran Young Adult Corps Volunteer on The Coffee Hour (5/30 at 9:00 a.m. CT), and dig into John 16-20 on Thy Strong Word with Rev. AJ Espinosa and guest pastors (weekdays at 11:00 a.m. CT). Find these programs on demand at kfuo.org!
LUTHERAN HOUR MAY 26, 2019
"Sculptor Spirit" Speaker: Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler
The Holy Spirit is the Sculptor. Our lives are His medium. The image of Jesus is His goal.
(John 16:7-15)
LUTHERAN HOUR JUNE 2, 2019
"Advocate" Speaker: Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler
The followers of Jesus do not wander through the wasteland of this world alone. We have a Guide!
(John 14-15-21)
The Lutheran Hour is broadcast each Sunday at 7:30am on Stereo AM 610 KCSR.
“Ascension Day, a holy day falling inconspicuously on a Thursday in May, is the conspicuous declaration that we are not left as orphans. In the same post-resurrection body that He invited Thomas to touch, Jesus invites us to full humanity even today. He ascended with a body, He shares in our humanity, extending His own body even now, promising to return for our own bodies. Christ is preparing a room for us, and we can know it is real because He himself is real.” Jill Carattini, Ravi Zacharias International Ministries – A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life • www.lutheransforlife.org
STEWARDSHIP BULLETIN SENTENCES MAY 26, 2019
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Acts 16:9 – “And a vision appeared to Paul in the night: a man of Macedonia was standing there, urging him and saying, ‘Come over to Macedonia and help us.’ ” God does all the saving of the Macedonians, but He does it through the ministry of St. Paul, who was called to go and help them. How is the Lord calling you to use your gifts for His work?
KFUO.ORG FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 26, 2019
This week on KFUO.org, we remember all those who have fought for our freedom during this Memorial Day Holiday. Study the Truth in Genesis 29-31 on Sharper Iron with Rev. Jonathan Fisk and guest pastors (Tu-Fr at 8:00 a.m. CT), learn about service opportunities with the Lutheran Young Adult Corps Volunteer on The Coffee Hour (5/30 at 9:00 a.m. CT), and dig into John 16-20 on Thy Strong Word with Rev. AJ Espinosa and guest pastors (weekdays at 11:00 a.m. CT). Find these programs on demand at kfuo.org!
LUTHERAN HOUR MAY 26, 2019
"Sculptor Spirit" Speaker: Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler
The Holy Spirit is the Sculptor. Our lives are His medium. The image of Jesus is His goal.
(John 16:7-15)
LUTHERAN HOUR JUNE 2, 2019
"Advocate" Speaker: Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler
The followers of Jesus do not wander through the wasteland of this world alone. We have a Guide!
(John 14-15-21)
The Lutheran Hour is broadcast each Sunday at 7:30am on Stereo AM 610 KCSR.