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The Journal, July and August 2018
The Official Publication of St. John’s Lutheran Church—Depew New York
The Mission of St. John’s is grounded in the pres-ence of Christ in God’s Word and in the Sacra-ments. We are called by the Holy Spirit to spread the Kingdom of God through ministering to all of our members and shar-ing the love of Christ with all people by preaching the true Word of God, provid-ing ongoing Biblical educa-tion for spiritual growth and reaching others with God’s love in all we say or do.
Weekly Worship
Saturday Evening Blended 4:30pm
Sunday Morning Traditional
8:30am
Sunday Morning Contemporary
11:15am
Sunday School 10:00am
Worship Broadcast WXRL– 1300
11:00am
Summer Blessings!
Dear Friends in Christ Jesus, I don’t know about you, but I just love this time of the year. The warm-er weather provides all kinds of op-portunities to enjoy God’s beautiful creation and to enjoy the beauty of our relationships with each other. But, if your household is anything like our household, the summer sea-son also brings with it packed sched-ules! You might think the opposite, but between trips, picnics, baseball outings, and whatever else we can fit in– we’ve got a lot going on! And weekends, well, weekends can quick-ly become consumed with event and activity after event and activity! Of course, with the pull of our sched-ules and the opportunities that sum-
mer brings, it’s easy to put participation in the life of St. John’s on the side burner. Now, don’t get me wrong, it’s certainly important to take time to enjoy the sea-son, but it is HUGELY important for us to continue regular participation through worship and fellowship here at St. John’s. It’s just the continued retreat and refreshment we need! And as we are intentional about carving out that sa-cred time we are drawn closer to our Jesus- growing together in the Son! May the Spirit continue to empower us to be together this summer; may nothing get in the way of the growth God brings to us each week through his Word, His Sacrament and our fellowship! Look forward to seeing you in church!
Pastor Galen
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July Worship Assistants
Acolytes
Date 4:30pm (Saturday) 8:30am (Sunday) 11:15am (Sunday)
30th & 1st Dylan Pesch Paige Coffed
7th & 8th Branden Purpura Alexandra Irvine
14th & 15th Madison Kilanowski OPEN
21st & 22nd Alex Krupa Katherine Lasky
28th & 29th Tyler Pesch Emmalee Mondo
Elders
30th & 1st Ken Schabert Harold Deutschlander Jamie Bluhm
7th & 8th Joe Mondo Betty Cavaleri Jamie Bluhm
14th & 15th Jim Kless Barb Perry Jamie Bluhm
21st & 22nd John Fragale Barb Perry Jamie Bluhm
28th & 29th Barb Perry Ken Schabert Jamie Bluhm
Lectors
30th & 1st Ken Schabert Karen Shafer Jamie Bluhm
7th & 8th Joe Mondo Helana Geisen Ariana Lysiak
14th & 15th Jim Kless Karen Shafer Jamie Bluhm
21st & 22nd John Fragale Sue Bluhm Jamie Bluhm
28th & 29th Barb Perry Karen Shafer Jamie Bluhn
4:30 Saturday Accompanist Radio Broadcasters
30th & 1st Brad Lynch Beth Lynch
7th & 8th Tichy Family Art Benson
14th & 15th Carol Adgragna Debra Wisniewski
21st & 22nd Carol Adragna Jim Kless
28th & 29th Electronic Sue Bluhm
Altar Guild– Barb Perry and Deann Lorenz
June- Official Acts
Baptisms Weddings Funerals
6/10/18– Hannah Burnham 6/1/18– Hetzel & Lichtenberger 5/29/18– Shirley Connors
6/24/18– Olivia Keating 6/2/18– Lester & Blasz 6/23/18– Agnes Bickert
6/2/18– Kempski & Sorrentino 6/30/18– Joe Durso (Committal)
6/16/18– Sexstone & Beck (ceremony)
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August Worship Assistants
Acolytes
Date 4:30pm (Saturday) 8:30am (Sunday) 11:15am (Sunday)
4th and 5th Connor Payne Mason Nieman
11th & 12th Hailey Richardson Joey Manna
18th & 19th Aleigha Sharpe Lucas Possinger
25th &26th Lauren Payne Branden Purpura
Elders
4th and 5th Ken Schabert Rod Lorenz John Fragale
11th & 12th Jamie Bluhm Bryan Mayback Joe Mondo
18th & 19th Betty Cavaleri Betty Cavaleri Jim Kless
25th &26th Bob Chapman Barb Perry Bob Chapman
Lectors
4th and 5th Ken Schabert Sue Bluhn John Fragale
11th & 12th Jamie Bluhm Bryan Mayback Joe Mondo
18th & 19th Pastor Sue Bluhm Jim Kless
25th &26th Bob Chapman Barb Perry Bob Chapman
4:30 Saturday Accompanist Radio Broadcasters
4th and 5th Brad Lynch Beth Lynch
11th & 12th Tichy Family Art Benson
18th & 19th Carol Adragna Debra Wisniewski
25th &26th Carol Adragna Jim Kless
Altar Guild
July- Official Acts
Baptisms Weddings Funerals
7/4/18- Romal & Nero
7/14/18- Alicea & Lesanti
7/21/18– Purpura & Woje
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Worship services from St. John’s have been heard on WXRL 1300 AM for over 50 years. This has been a wonderful ministry opportunity and partnership with our friends at WXRL and numerous people have been touched by the Gospel through it. 2018 Sign Up Charts for Radio Broadcasts and Altar Flowers are posted on the bulletin board in the office hallway. Please fill in available spaces and then take a moment to fill out a sheet for the office for your dedication for anniversaries, birthdays, memories or other messages. Thank you to all who are willing to sponsor radio broadcasts and/or place flowers on the altar and so enrich our ministry here at St. John’s.
DATE RADIO BROADCAST ALTAR FLOWERS
6/3/18
Sponsored by Ron and Norma VanDewark in celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary
and special blessings from their sons Brian and Dan.
Sponsored by Ron and Norma VanDewark in celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary
and special blessings from their sons Brian and Dan.
6/10/18
Sponsored by Ken and Sue Schabert in celebration of 45 years of marriage
Sponsored by Ed and Charmaine AfterBuffalo in thankfulness to God for their son Alex and
soon to be daughter-in-law Hannah’s upcoming wedding.
6/17/18
Sponsored by Beth and Brad Lynch in loving memory of beloved son, Alex, and in humble gratitude to our loving Lord who prepared a
place for Alex beside him.
Sponsored by The Herbold Family in thanksgiv-ing to God for the gift of their son Evan on the occasion of his high school graduation! Con-
gratulations Evan!
6/24/18
Sponsored by Barb Perry in loving memory of James Perry on what
would have been his 86th birthday.
And by Shirley Christ in loving memory of her husband Ron.
Sponsored by The Coffed Family in loving memory of
Carolyn’s mom Pearl.
DATE RADIO BROADCAST ALTAR FLOWERS
7/1/18 Sponsored by the people of St. John’s in
thankfulness for blessings received
Sponsored by the Herbold Family to the glory of God and in thanksgiving as they celebrate the birth-
day of daughter Hayden and Godson Cameron.
7/8/18
Sponsored by the Debbie and Marty Wisniewski in celebration of their 15th wed-ding anniversary and God blessing them with their children Joey and Julia, and many won-
derful friends and family.
Sponsored by Ernie and Sue Reitzel In loving memory of Susan’s dad John Krickovich , brother-in-law Jon L. Whiting, and nephew Thomas
John Krickovich.
7/15/18 Sponsored by the Varga Family
In memory of Mom Blanch Varga. Sponsored by the Vriesen Family in thanksgiving to
God for all the blessings in their lives
7/22/18
Sponsored by Ed and Deann Lorenz In thankfulness to God for the birth of baby Austin and for the joy and blessing of all the
grandchildren.
Sponsored by the Christ, Lasky and Beardi families in loving memory of Ron who “transferred his
membership” to his heavenly hone on 6-11-2012
7/29 Sponsored by Jackie Kraebel in memory of
husband Larry.
Sponsored by the Lange Family in loving memory of husband, dad and grandpa Milton on what
would have been his 87th birthday on July 26th.
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Church Council Highlights June 11th, 2018 at 7:30pm
Old Business: Reviewed results of Chicken BBQ. New Business: currently looking for new administrative assistant, working to secure remote access for the office computers, planning a summer picnic at camp pioneer, Depew is celebrating 200 years the weekend of July 20 and 21st, leaders encouraged to begin considering budget numbers for 2019. Board of Ed—Kim Castiglione Sunday school complete for the year. The Award program was well received. All teachers are returning next year. The fall mission will be directed to a community organization and the spring mission project will benefit the congregation / members. Board of Elders—Rod Lorenz The board is actively working to find a replacement for Stella, pastor has 3 weeks of vacations back to back this year– Pastor Dave Wurster will be covering August 4 and 5th. A new member class will be held sometime in the near future– currently looking at about 11 new members. Family Ministry—Kim Lorenz Family ministry activities for the summer are being looked into. These events include the possibility of a double decker bus tour and a summer picinic at camp pioneer. Shepherd’s Staff—Sharon Weigel An inventory of the kitchen supplies has been completed. Stewardship—Laura Tirone 6 people attended the presentation by Bob Wirth of the LCMS foundation. Planning is happening for Consecration weekend in the Fall. Trustees—Tony Martino Push bars for the red doors are being priced out, the lot will be sealed and re-stripped in the very near future, and the “drop” between the main entrance pad and main lot will be repaired. The carpet was installed, but some problems have been noticed. The carpet company will send representation to move forward with repairs.
Financial Director’s Report Fiscal Year 2018, Period 5, As of 5/31/18
Actual Budget Current YTD Budget YTD Variance
Revenue $ 18,757.15 $ 20,256.24 $ 107,181.16 $ 101,281.20 $ 5,899.96
Expenditures $ 17,156.55 $ 20,256.12 $95,980.05 $ 101,280.60 $ 5,300.55
Net Revenue over Expense $ 1,600.60 $ 0.12 $ 11,201.11 $ 0.60 $ 11,201.51
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Ministry and Opportunity
Camp Pioneer Golf Benefit
Effective July 1st– August 26th
Saturday at 4:30pm Sunday at 8:30am Sunday at 10:30am
Plymouth Crossroads Golf Tournament
Monday August 13th, 2018 at the Links At Ivy Ridge. To register, to become a spon-
sor, or to donate please contact Gyasi Cur-ry at (716)393-3906 or
Summer Worship Schedule
A very Special THANK YOU to Laura Tirone for purchasing the quilts for the graduation stepping stone ceremony this weekend and to Sue Bluhm for the very special embroidery on the quilts!
Thank You!
Thank You!
A very Special THANK YOU to Kathy Lange for once again making the confirma-tion stoles.
Mission & Ministry
Each month we highlight a specific mission and ministry of St. John’s.
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The Erie County Home Ministry began over 30 years ago. It involved bringing the Word of God and fellowship to the many, many residents we have had the privilege of knowing at the home over the years, and it has been a joyful and uplifting experience for all. Members of this group gather every Thursday morning in the parking lot here at church at 9:15am to drive downtown together and gather with the residents in faith and fellowship. Pastor Galen leads the devotional on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
The Deacon Ministry brings the sacrament and fellowship to homebound members of St. John’s Lutheran Church. Giving the sacrament is a wonderful blessing that draws us closer together as children of God. It is also a time of friendship, sharing of life stories and with that, a time of smiles and laughter.
Monday, July 16th Brierwood Country Club
Early Bird Special, $145/golfer To register, please call the camp at
549-1420.
St. John’s Young Hearts Event
Wednesday, July 11th- Green Acres on Broadway
Movie and PJ’s
Family Ministry Event Adult Ministry Event
Saturday July 14th 10am
Buffalo River Boat Tour $15.00 per person
Saturday August 11th 6pm
Double Decker Bus Murder Mystery Tour
$25.00 per person
St. John’s Annual Church Picnic
Saturday August 12th (or 19th) Camp Pioneer
Food, Fun, and Beach!
STAY TUNED! MORE INFO. TO COME!
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 830a– worship 1030a– worship
2 3 4 Independ-ence Day 8p– A.A.
5 10a– ECH group
6 7 8a– Men’s group 430p– worship 8p– A.A.
8 830a– worship 1030a– worship
9 10 11 8p– A.A.
12 10a– ECH group
13 6p– Lesanti Rehearsal
14 230p– Lesanti wdg. 430p– worship 8p– A.A.
15 830a– worship 1030a– worship
16 17 18 8P– A.A.
19 10a– ECH group
20 21 8a– Men’s group
430p– worship 8p– A.A.
22 830a– worship 1030a– worship
23 24 25 8p– A.A.
26 10a– ECH group
27 28 430p– worship 8p– A.A.
29 830a– worship 1030a– worship
30 31
JULY 2018
Pastor Away
Pastor Away Pastor Away
Pastor Away
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 8p– A.A.
2 10a– ECH group
3 4 8a– Men’s group 430p– worship 8p– A.A.
5 830a– worship 1030a– worship
6 7 8 8p– A.A.
9 10a– ECH group
10 11 430p– worship 8p– A.A.
12 830a– worship 1030a– worship Pending- (church picnic?)
13 14 15 8p– A.A.
16 10a– ECH group
17 18 8a– Men’s group 430p– worship 8p– A.A.
19 830a– worship 1030a– worship Pending- (church picnic?)
20 21 22 8p– A.A.
23 10a– ECH group
24 25 430p– worship 8p– A.A.
26 830a– worship 1030a– worship
27 28 29 8p– A.A.
30 10a– ECH group
AUGUST 2018
Pastor Away
Pastor Away
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July Birthdays
1 Donald Richardson III
3 Hayden Herbold
Karen Shafer
Jamie Bluhm
Ross Contella
Richard Thurnherr IV
5 Katherine Lange
Janet Erickson
6 Jenna Burnham
Joseph Czerniak
8 Robert Rich
Mary Warner
Julie Frank
9 Susanne Bluhm Mary Elizabeth LaPlante
Debra Best
10 Lara Obertean
Kerry Lesanti
Aisley Sharpe
11 Bella Dyke
Gary Flanders
Sarah Podsiadlo
13 Caleb Hojnacki
15 Hope Obertean
Matthew Varga
16 Michael Mayback
Cameron Fragale
17 Joan Keating
Annastasia Frank
Marissa Best
Mason Nieman
18 Andrew Saelzler
19 Kimberly Castiglione
20 Kathy Beck
John Durso
21 Paul Pijacki
22 William Borowski
23 Karen Drews
23 Joe Kyle
Claire Farry
Renay McCarthy
Rose Kirch
27 Hailey Collins
28 Heather Sabadasz
Sue Hillman
29 Gerald Radder
30 Janice Blackwell
Michael Durning
31 Dave Tirone
Alexandra Irvine
Natalie Warner
Morgan Delconte
August Birthdays
1 Joelle Munzel
Andrea Irvine
Dawn Varga
2 Jennifer Keating
Lori Lesanti
Susan Farry
3 Arthur Benson
Jeremy Vriesen
Michelle Hughey
4 Kristin Beck
5 Ted Goga
6 Pr. Galen Purpura, Jr.
8 Michael Brown
Ross Obertean
Lucas Possinger
Claire Durso
Jim Kless
9 Kimberly Lorenz
Kori Kent
Arlene Preston
24 David Edwards Jr.
25 Matthew Goodyear
26 Karen Rutkowski
Peter Blackwell
27 Branden Purpura
Travis Bauer
Atlas Suttell
28 Matthew Borowski
29 James Possinger
John Sweeney
Emma Frank
30 Sarah Hoffman
Jean Radder
31 Aubree Pauly
July Anniversaries
1 Wayne & Debra Dziengielewski
Michael & Kelly Mayback
Chris & Angela Geelan
3 Mr. & Mrs. Loren Ratajczak
4 Andrew & Donna Mcnett
5 John & Andrea Fragale, Jr.
6 Kenneth & Michelle Borowski
11 Ed & Deann Lorenz
12 Martin & Debra Wisniewski
14 Kathleen & Douglas Dyke
17 Timothy & Theresa Koehane
20 John & Colleen Kilanowski
22 Donald & Collette Richardson
23 Todd & Maureen Sweeney
Gregory & Joy Yaskow
24 Arthur & Lidia Benson
Richard & Suzanne Sabadasz
29 Martin & Jeanne Setter
31 James & Trudy Possinger
August Anniversaries
1 Jerome & Linda Bernfeld, Sr.
Ron & Brittany Lorenz
Gary & Barb Geitter
Dave & Nicole Edwards
8 Steve & Sarah Holz
11 Gordon & Marsha Hutchinson
Adam & Chandra Jagielo
16 John & Kathy Beck
17 Alvin & Hannah Bauer
Matthew & Jessica Goodyear
Michael & Cherie Lysiak
20 Ethan & Yolanda Preston
21 Justin & Katie Burnham
24 Alvin & Helen Bauer
25 Larry & Patricia Rindfuss
28 Greg & Shannon Schulz
29 Robert & Karen Zielen
31 Andrew & Amy Krupa 24 Leah Obertean
Jayden Drews
Scott Geisen
25 Laura Tirone
26 Eden Jagielo
10 Amy Andrews
11 Scott McIlhagga
12 Sue Pijacki
13 Gail Nunz
James Vriesen
14 McKenzie Kilanowski
Henley Sharpe
Pat Schlebus
15 Tyler Pesch
16 Pamela Harla
18 Collette Richardson
19 Thomas Bluhm
20 Patrick Farry
Hannah Bauer
22 Dylan Pesch
23 Jacob Ekstrum
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ST. JOHN’S OFFICERS:
President:
Ross Contella
Elders: Rod Lorenz (Chair)
Jamie Bluhm Betty Cavaleri Bob Chapman
Harold Deutschlander John Fragale, Jr.
John Hughey Jim Kless
Bryan Mayback Joe Mondo Barb Perry
Ken Schabert
Board of Trustees: Edwin Lorenz Tony Martino Larry Rindfuss
Secretary of the Council: Dawn Smith
Financial Director:
Mike Brown
Board of Education Chair: Kim Castiglione
Youth & Family Ministry Chair: Kim Lorenz
Stewardship Chair: Laura Tirone
Shepherds Staff Chair: Sharon Weigel
Sunday School Superintendent: Chandra Jagielo
Altar Guild Chair: Betty Cavaleri
Communion Assistants: Tom Bluhm
John Sweeney Jim Kless
Erie County Home Fellowship: Karen Shafer
Prayer Chain: Beth Lynch
Radio Announcers: Sue Bluhm Beth Lynch Art Benson Jim Kless
Debra Wisniewski Karen Dowdall
Saturday Musicians: Carol Adragna Brad Lynch
Rudy & Sue Tichy
Communion Deacons: Eric Brown
Betty Cavaleri Sue Ehrenreich Deann Lorenz
Brad & Beth Lynch Jane Marone Karen Shafer
Jim & Chris Sugg Lois Will
St. John’s Lutheran Church 67 Litchfield Ave. Depew, New York 14043
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
Phone: (716) 683-3947 E-mail: [email protected]
Pastor’s e-mail: [email protected] Web: www.sjlcdepew.com
Pastor Rev. Galen M. Purpura Jr.
Organist and Music Director Mrs. Lois Will
Contemporary Music Leader Mr. Brad Lynch