St. Stephen’s Weekly News: Week of August 28, 2022

Welcome Visitors If you are visiting today, we welcome you in our Risen and Living Savior, Jesus!

• Please let us know you worshiped with us by introducing yourself to a Pastor and filling out a Connect Card and hand it to an usher, pastor, or place in the offering box. Thank you!
• If visiting, please don’t feel obligated to give an offering. St. Stephen’s members express thankfulness to God through their voluntary offerings which then support the congregation’s work.

Baptism  George Leigh, son of Justin & Brianna (Salomaki) Broitzman, was baptized last Sunday.

Memorials In memory of Steven Ganz, a gift has been given to the Radio fund from Susan Ganz & family.  In memory of Orville and Josephine Dahl, a gift  has been given to the General fund by their son, Philip.  In memory of Barbara Frankenstein, a gift has been given to the Radio fund, a gift has been given to the Ladies Aid, a gift has been given to the Restoration fund, and a gift has been given to the General fund from family and friends.

Gift   We acknowledge with thanks, a gift for the Restoration fund from Jeffrey & Cynthia Beal in praise and thanksgiving for 30 years of marriage.

Radio Service: 9:30am on WBEV 95.3 FM
Sunday, August 28, 2022
Sermon: Amos Observes: All Goes Well! (Or Does It?)
Hymns: CW93 (Red) 441, 452, 457, 477
Sunday, September 4, 2022
Sermon: Lord, to Whom Shall We Go?”
Hymns: CW93 (Red)  356, 395, 403, 466

Bible Study

Sunday Bible Class  Please join us in our continuous study of, “The Life of Abraham”.  Abraham’s life was filled with highs and lows. At times Abraham wondered how God would fulfill his promises. God did not disappoint Abraham. God constantly repeated those promises to Abraham to strengthen his faith. Even though Abraham did not see fulfillment of all those promises during his life, his faith held to God’s Word. Come and join us for this opportunity to grow in our faith together. Families are welcome to attend!

Ladies Aid will hold their September meeting on Thursday, September 1 at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement.  We begin with a Bible study presented by Pastor Heyer followed by our business meeting.  Mark your calendars and plan to attend.  All ladies of the congregation are welcome.

Public School Catechism Classes will meet Wednesdays, from 3:30pm-4:45pm.  Classes begin Wednesday, September 7^th.

• 7^th & 8^th grade students from St. Stephen’s and Good Shepherd will meet at Good Shepherd.
• 5^th & 6^th grade students from St. Stephen’s and Good Shepherd will meet at Stephen’s.

Coaching volunteers are needed for a few sports. There is a need with basketball, boys’ volleyball, track, and softball. Contact Mr. Zuberbier if interested. ad@saintstephen.org  Cell – 608-498-0720

Lutheran Teens will be going for a Laser Tag outing on September 11.  Lutheran Teens is open for anyone in 7th-12th grade. Friends may also come! We will meet for a devotion at St. Stephen’s at 12:30 PM, and return about 6:30 PM. Information and a sign-up are in the entry and ramp. You may also sign-up online at: https://forms.gle/y9VtM2CcRAE6v84U8. We look forward to seeing many of our teens at this event!

Sunday School begins on September 11, from 9:10 AM-9:50 AM. We invite all children from 3K-8th grade to attend. No pre-registration is necessary.

Christian Education Sunday is celebrated today! Our worship, as a new school year begins, focuses on the importance and necessity of education in God’s Word for all ages.  Also, all teachers will renew their promises to faithfully teach God’s Word and all other subjects.  Praise the Lord for the blessings of dedicated Christian teachers and pastors!  Also the annual picnic is today and starts with a NOON potluck meal.  Please bring a dish to pass (appetizer, salad, or dessert) and lawn chairs.  Place settings, pulled pork, & beverages provided. Bingo, lots of Christian fellowship, and a bounce house are just a few of the activities that will be going on.  Hope to see you and your family there!

New School Year The 2022-23 school year begins this Tuesday, August 30^th at 8:00am.

• Please join us for the opening worship service in the church at 9:00am. All are welcome!
• No School Friday September 2^nd or September 5^th in observance of Labor Day.

New Bible Information Class – Our Fall class will begin Thursday, September 8, with sessions offered at 11:00a.m. and 7:30 p.m.  If you know someone who might be interested in becoming part of our “family”, this is the class for them.  Invite them and give their name to one of the Pastors so they also can extend an invitation.  It’s also a great review of basic Bible teachings for all members.

Board of Property Maintenance Seeks to Hire Janitor/Maintenance Person Our school is looking to hire a full-time janitor with light maintenance experience. Applicants should be 1) be a member of St. Stephen’s or a sister WELS congregation; 2) have janitorial experience 3) be comfortable working around staff & children.  The position would be for approximately 32 hours per week (Mon-Fri/50 wks a yr) at a negotiable pay rate.  Application forms may be picked up weekdays at the Church Office and Sundays in the Pastors’ Sacristy (chancel office).

Our Response to God’s Grace in Christ:

Bible Study Participation:   Sunday – 19
Worship Participation

Thursday, August 18 –38          Friday, August 19 – 36

Sunday, August 21 – 87 + 138= 225              Total: 299

Thank Offerings Received:

We offer our gifts to our Savior God purely out of thanks for his grace.  Our gifts support the Gospel ministry we have planned.

Calandar: 

Sunday, August 28

8:00 & 10:00am – Communion Worship

9:10am – Family Bible Study

9:30am – Radio Service, WBEV 95.3 FM

Noon – Church Picnic

Tuesday, August 30

1^st Day of School

9:00am – Opening School Service

Wednesday, August 31

2:00pm- Hillside Manor

Thursday, September 1

1:30pm – Ladies Aid Meeting

6:30pm –Worship

7:30pm- Senior Choir

Friday, September 2

1:30pm –Worship

Sunday, September 4

8:00 & 10:00am –Worship

9:30am – Radio Service, WBEV 95.3 FM