St. John’s Lutheran Church (LCMS)
“Instead of the thorn shall come up the cypress… it shall make a name for the LORD, an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.” — Isaiah 55:10–13
July 12, 2026 — Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
901 W. Jefferson Ave., Effingham, IL 62401
217-342-4334 | office@stjohnsLCMS.net
Pastors: Rev. Mike Burdick & Rev. Trey Dille
Preschool: eaglesnestpreschool.com
Proclaim the Christ. Grow the Family. Love the Neighbor.
Welcome
We welcome you to God’s Service in worship at St. John’s, and extend a special welcome to all guests and visitors with us.
- Offerings are placed in the boxes at the doors, before or after worship.
- Little Children’s Worship bags are available by the elevator door.
- Restrooms are located on the 2nd, 3rd, and 5th floors. Those on the 2nd and 5th floors include diaper-changing stations.
- Visitors are not expected to bring an offering. Our members do so in free response to the Gospel and to finance the extension of God’s Kingdom.
- All worshipers are requested to complete an attendance card. They will be collected by the acolyte after the sermon. Thank you!
- Share prayer requests using the yellow cards in the pews.
Those Who Serve Us
Each Member of St. John’s — The Body of Christ
Rev. Mike Burdick — Pastor
Rev. Trey Dille — Pastor
Rev. Gary Fortkamp — Visitation Pastor
Mrs. Carrie Collier — Preschool Director
Mrs. Ammon Probst — Song Leader
St. John’s Band — 10:30am Music
Gage Wernsing and Beckett Sams — Acolytes
Mr. Greg Perry — 5:30pm Elder on Duty
Mr. Todd Zeigler — 8:00am Elder on Duty
Mr. David Wall — 10:30am Elder on Duty
Mr. Gayland Bourland (217-343-4366) — Elder on Duty for July 12–18
Chatelain School & Baja School — Our Schools for feeding in Haiti
Ms. Janet Martins & Pastor Dille (773-463-0617) — Stephen Ministry Leaders
Mrs. Julie Scott (217-343-3047) — Prayer Partner Coordinator
State, National & International Missions — through our District and Synod
Order of Service
Divine Service, Setting Four. Songs for the 10:30 service are noted in italics; all readings and hymn numbers are from Lutheran Service Book.
Preservice
“Christ And Christ Crucified” / “Lamb Of God”
Service of the Word
Prelude, Call to Worship, Welcome
Hymn #578 — Thy Strong Word
“Give Thanks” (10:30 Opening Song)
Confession and Absolution
Kyrie
Gloria in Excelsis
Salutation and Collect of the Day
Readings
Old Testament: Isaiah 55:10–13
Psalm 65:9–13
Epistle: Romans 8:12–17
Alleluia
Holy Gospel: Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23
Response
Nicene Creed
Hymn #715 — Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me
“I Am Not My Own” (10:30 Sermon Song)
Sermon: “Word that Works” — Isaiah 55:10–13
Prayer of the Church
Offering Presentation / Collection of Cards
Service of the Sacrament
Preface, Sanctus
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
The Words of Our Lord
Pax Domini, Agnus Dei
Distribution — Hymn #686 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing; Hymn #709 The King of Love My Shepherd Is; “Jerusalem” (10:30 Communion Song)
Nunc Dimittis
Post-Communion Collect
Sending
Benedicamus
Benediction
Hymn #645 — Built on the Rock
“Sent Forth by God’s Blessing” (10:30 Closing Song)
Postlude
The Lord’s Supper is celebrated at St. John’s for those who trust Christ’s words, are instructed in and confess the faith held by this congregation and the LCMS, and desire to receive the Sacrament. Those with questions or in doubt are asked to speak with the pastor or an elder before communing. Gluten-free hosts are available upon request to the pastor.