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OUR COMMUNION PRACTICE
The Bible tells us that the Lord’s Supper (Holy Communion) is one of the greatest blessings the Risen
Christ has given to his Church. It is his very body and blood, given to assure an individual that his sacrifice
on the cross really counts for me. But what is a tremendous spiritual blessing for one who knows and believes
Jesus’ teaching can also be a spiritual detriment for a person who hasn’t learned or doesn’t believe Jesus’
teaching on the Supper. “Anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body of the Lord eats and
drinks judgment on himself.” I Corinthians 11:29.
The Bible also tells us that Holy Communion is an expression of oneness in faith and teaching among
those who participate in it. “Because there is one loaf, we who are many are one body, for we all partake of
the one loaf.” I Corinthians 10:17. For these reasons we at St. John’s follow the ancient Christian practice of
“Close Communion,” (as in “close friends”), admitting to our communion table members of our congregation
and members of other WELS or ELS congregations in doctrinal fellowship with our congregation.
We invite you to study the basic teachings of our faith with us in our New Life in Christ Bible information
class. If, at the end of that course, you agree with our understanding of the Bible’s teachings,
we will be happy to recognize your oneness in faith with us through church membership and participation
in Holy Communion here at St. John’s. Thank you for understanding our close communion
practice. Please let us know if you are interested in further study in the New Life in Christ
Bible information classes.
Christmas Joy Jumpstart
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
November 18th
Join us for our 3rd Annual Jumpstart to Christmas Joy.
We will share recipes & Christmas craft/gift ideas, sample treats and spend a
magical night basking in the glory of the Christmas season!
NEW THIS YEAR!
Bring along your favorite Christmas craft/gift idea to share with instructions on how to create it.
If you are willing share your recipe for the cookbook, email before Nov. 16th
Sonya Brousil sonyab205@yahoo.com
Or
Angie Zilisch jzilisch@wi.rr.com
Sharing a recipe? Make one batch and bring it along! Copies of the cookbook will be available.
Please RSVP by emailing Sonya or
Angie or use the sign-up sheet in the
church entryway.
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