WELCOME TO WORSHIP
In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus.
PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP
Blessed Trinity, you have revealed yourself in Scripture in a way that goes beyond my understanding. Help me understand what you want me to understand about you and your work of creating me and saving me. Overcome my doubts not just about who you are but of the love you have for me, and reassure me by focusing me on the life, death, and resurrection of my Savior Jesus. In your triune name I pray. Amen.
OPENING HYMN 611 Joyously I’ll Praise My Savior sts. 1, 4
INVOCATION
ABSOLUTION
GLORIA
The Word
SALUTATION
PRAYER OF THE DAY
FIRST READING Numbers 6:22–27
SECOND READING Romans 5:1–5
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Isaiah 6:3
GOSPEL John 16:12–15
HYMN OF THE DAY 630 Thy Strong Word
SERMON John 16:12–15 “What Is Mine”
NICENE CREED
OFFERING
PRAYER OF THE CHURCH
The Sacrament
PREFACE
HOLY, HOLY, HOLY
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
LORD’S PRAYER
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
LAMB OF GOD
DISTRIBUTION
DISTRIBUTION HYMN 484 Oh, That I Had a Thousand Voices
DISTRIBUTION HYMN 659 Jesus Christ, Our Blessed Savior
DISTRIBUTION HYMN 481 Alleluia! Let Praises Ring
THANKSGIVING
BLESSING
CLOSING HYMN 929 May the Peace of God
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
SUMMER BIBLE INFORMATION CLASS
We will once again have a summer Bible Information Class for those who would like to know more about what we believe and teach, perhaps become members, or even just get a refresher in the foundational truths of Scripture. Class will start Thursday, June 19th, at 6:00 pm, and will continue each week on Thursday at the same time throughout the summer. Free childcare will be provided.
SURROUND CARE POSITION @ ST. PAUL’S SCHOOL
Next school year we will be offering surround care (before and after school care) to St. Paul’s students. If you or another WELS member would be interested in serving as surround care helper for the afternoon session (3:00-6:00 pm), please email Pastor Groth (pastor@stpaulsbangor.com) for a job description and with any questions.
HELP WITH MOVING CLASSROOMS
We’ve got a big summer planned at our school as we prepare for next school year. We could use your help moving the classroom items around as the floors get waxed. The remaining moving days are Wednesday, June 18th, at 5:00 pm; and Wednesday, June 25th, at 5:00 pm. It would be helpful if our wonderful volunteers had any moving carts or dollies that could aid in moving heavy items. Classrooms and drop zones will be labeled so it will be clear for move out and move in of the classroom materials. Many hands make light work! Thank you in advance for your help!
COULEE REGION OWLS
The Coulee Region Organization of WELS Lutheran Seniors (OWLS) will be holding their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at First Ev. Lutheran Church, 400 West Avenue South, La Crosse, at 12:00 Noon for a potluck luncheon. Please bring a dish to pass, your own table service, and coffee will be provided. The program will be Coral Cady-Metcalfe speaking about the work of WELS Kingdom Workers with a special focus on Indonesia. All church members – men and women age 55 or older – are welcome. Please come for a visit, enjoy the friends you meet, a good lunch, and an excellent program. There will be a free will offering. .
CAMM LETTER FOR JUNE
Copies of the Central Africa Medical Mission newsletter can be found in the narthex.
CONCERT AT FAITH IN BLACK RIVER FALLS
Faith Lutheran Church of Black River Falls would like to invite you to a Christian concert by His Way, a WELS band from the Milwaukee area. This will be a part of Black River Falls’ concert in the park series at the Lunda Community Park (1400 Tyler St, Black River Falls, WI 54615). It is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, at 7 pm. There is no cost. For more information on the concert, check out Faith’s website: www.faithwels.com.
JUNIOR KNIGHTS BAND
Registration is now open for the Luther Junior Knights Band Program for the 2025-2026 school year! Any students in grades 5-8 are able to participate – secure your child’s spot today! More information can be found on the website at www.lutherhigh.org/arts/junior-knights-band-jkb. Contact the program director, Emily Schmidt, at schmemil@luther.k12.wi.us or 608-783-5435 ext. 1322 if you have any questions!
PRAYERS
This week we keep in our prayers: Brian Berg, Gary and Christa Lemke, Clarice Koltermann, Marcie Richmond, Herb Miller, Fran Wedam, and John Langrehr.
CALENDAR
TODAY 8:00 am Worship with Communion
10:00 am Worship with Communion
MONDAY 7:00 pm Worship with Communion
TUESDAY 11:00 am Victory Service for Barry Wehrs (Livestream)
6:00 pm 3K/4K Committee Meeting
WEDNESDAY 5:00 pm Moving Classrooms at School
THURSDAY 6:00 pm Bible Information Class
NEXT SUNDAY 8:00 am Worship
10:00 am Worship
NEXT MONDAY 7:00 pm Worship