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Divine Service, Sunday, July 25th, 2021

7/26/2021

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"Be Careful What You Wish For!" are words of caution that we've heard many times in the past. James & John wished to be seated at either side of Jesus in His kingdom. They wanted to bask in His glory. They did, all right, but not in the way that they presumed! Sermon is based on Mark 10:35-45.
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Obituary for Melanie Sue (Lange) Ruhwedel

7/21/2021

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Visitation:
JUL 23. 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CST)
Hack Funeral Home
753 Hodges St.
Beecher, IL 60401
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Funeral Service:
JUL 24. 11:00 AM (CST)
Zion Lutheran Church
540 Oak Park Ave
Beecher, IL 60401

Melanie Sue (Lange) Ruhwedel  
July 12, 1962 – July 18, 2021

 
Melanie Sue (Lange) Ruhwedel was born on July 12, 1962 to Norman and Adrienne (Piazza) Lange. Seventeen days later, on July 29th, her Christian parents, joyfully following the command of Christ Jesus, had little Melanie Baptized at their church – Zion Lutheran Church of Beecher, IL. In that most blessed of Sacraments, Melanie was adopted by God to be His dear daughter for all of time and throughout eternity. That seemingly simple act would serve to shape, guide, and direct Melanie for the rest of her life! She would later personally and publicly acknowledge her Baptismal faith when she underwent the Rite of Confirmation on April 11, 1976, also held at Zion.  
Melanie loved Zion and her fellow members. She thoroughly enjoyed worshipping with her mother and father along with all of her Christian brothers and sisters. She was known for her care and concern for those around her and often inquired as to others’ personal well-being.
Melanie held a number of employment positions over the years. Most recently she worked for First Community Bank and Trust as a loan processor in their Beecher office. She also worked part time for Lange Trucking and Excavating of Beecher supervising the office and handling all of the clerical duties.
Melanie married Gary Ruhwedel on November 4, 2014. They enjoyed their time together caring for their families, their home, and going on motorcycle rides. Melanie also found great joy in tending to her home’s landscaping and flower beds.
Melanie was called to her heavenly home on July 18, 2021 in Dyer, IN. She is survived by her husband, Gary; her children, Matthew, Ryan, and Heather Buchmeier, all of Beecher; her father, Norman Lange of Beecher; her brother, Scott Lange of Beecher; two stepsons, Scott and Eric Ruhwedel; five step-grandchildren, Maurico, Montgomery, Taeo, Logan, and Evelyn Rose.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Adrienne.
Melanie’s earthly remains will be laid to rest at Skyline Memorial Park of Monee, IL. There they shall await the Day of the Resurrection of All Flesh, when the voice of Jesus will call forth Melanie to live with Him in body and soul forevermore. 
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ZLS Faculty Rededication & Opening Worship Service

7/21/2021

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The faculty and staff of Zion, in grateful thanksgiving to our loving and merciful Savior, is looking forward to another school year with your family! In the midst of world uncertainty, we claim God's promise of Jeremiah 29:11 -- For I know the plans I have for you, "declares the Lord," plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. We begin our school year with the Faculty Rededication on Sunday, August 22nd, at the 9:00am Worship Service and a School Opening Worship Service at 1:00pm. An ice cream social will be hosted by Zion PTL after the 1:00pm opening service. There is no better way to start our year than to worship together!
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Tickets on sale now!

7/20/2021

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​"Better Together” Zion Dinner Auction
Saturday, October 23rd
11th Zion Lutheran Church and School Dinner Auction Saturday, October 23rd at Glenwoodie Golf Club, 19301 State Street, Glenwood, IL. Scrementi's Banquets will cater the event. Ticket sales began August 1st. Tickets are $50 each. Purchase a table of 10 tickets to sit with your friends! Purchase your tickets early to receive a free drink ticket. A Silent Auction is being planned and Kraft Auctions will again be leading our live auction! Ways you can help are: get a group of friends together to attend, donate items for the silent &/or live auction (forms are in the Zion Church narthex), and/or help on Oct. 23 w/set-up. You can call the church office, 708-946-2271, if you have any questions, want to purchase tickets, or would like to make a donation. (All friends of Zion are welcome to attend this Zion Lutheran Church & School fundraising event!)   
Next Dinner Auction Committee Meeting is Tuesday, September 14th @ 5:30pm. (All are welcome to join!)

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Divine Service, Sun., July 18th, 2021

7/19/2021

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Have you ever been in a place where it was abundantly clear that you weren't wanted? In this sermon we consider hostility & barriers. Listen for how my sister inadvertently broke through a hostile barrier for me when I was a h.s. freshman! The sermon title is: "What Are YOU Doing Here?" based on Eph. 2:11-22. Attend personally or watch using this medium. You may also attend Mon. @ 7 pm. No masks, no seating restrictions! Refreshments & Fellowship follows Sunday worship.
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Obituary for Vivian Bramstaedt

7/13/2021

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Vivian Judy (Leslie) Bramstaedt  
February 24, 1938 – July 9, 2021
 
Vivian Judy (Leslie) Bramstaedt was born on February 24, 1938 to Roy and Viola (Schumacher) Leslie. Shortly thereafter, on June 17th, her Christian parents, joyfully following the command of Christ Jesus, had little Vivian Baptized at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Steger, IL. In that most blessed of Sacraments, Vivian was adopted by God to be His dear daughter for all of time and throughout eternity. That seemingly simple act would serve to shape, guide, and direct Vivian for the rest of her life! Vivian would later personally and publicly acknowledge her Baptismal faith when she underwent the Rite of Confirmation on April 6, 1952, also held at Immanuel Lutheran in Steger. Her Confirmation Verse is Psalm 143:10.
God, in His grace, caused Vivian to meet Willis Bramstaedt. After a time of dating, they became married to one another before God and His people at Immanuel Lutheran on July 23, 1960. In the ensuing years, God added even more joy to their blessed, holy union with the gift of a son, Mitchell. They remained married until the Lord called Willis unto Himself on June 25, 2019.
Raised in an era where “hard work” was the norm for everyone, Vivian never let time go wasted. She retired from Illinois Bell after having worked there for 28 years. She also kept busy on her and Willis’ farm doing all manner of jobs. She tended a garden and in the last few years, even helped Willis to cut their lawn using their “his and her” lawn tractors! Also, following her retirement from Illinois Bell, for a number of years, Vivian volunteered at least one day each week in Zion’s Church Office, assisting with office and clerical duties.
On July of 1963, the Bramstaedt’s transferred their church membership into that of Zion Lutheran in Beecher. Vivian loved Zion and her fellow members and Zion would remain her “church home” for the rest of her life. Vivian was very faithful in her weekly worship with her brothers and sisters in the faith. She was an active Ladies Bible Class participant. She also was a member of the Dorcas Society and served on the Altar Guild for many years as well.
Vivian was called to her heavenly home on July 9, 2021. She is survived by her son, Mitch Bramstaedt, of Burbank, IL, and her brother, Wayne Leslie, of Minneapolis, MN. She was preceded in death by her husband, a brother, Eugene “Les” Leslie, a sister, Victoria Leslie, and her parents.
Vivian’s earthly remains will be laid to rest at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery of Beecher, IL. There they shall await the Day of the Resurrection of All Flesh, when the voice of Jesus will call forth Vivian to live with Him in body and soul forevermore. 

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Divine Service for Sun., July 11th, 2021

7/13/2021

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​God's people worship the crucified and risen Lord Jesus again on this day! Pastor David Bottorff brings the Gospel to us and applies it to our daily lives!
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Midweek Devotion for Wed., June 30th, 2021

7/6/2021

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This week's devo originates from the church that formed & shaped my Christian faith. I was "home" in Kansas last week and stopped by St. John Lutheran (Lyons Creek) of Herington, KS to record this devotion based on Mt. 9:35-38. WARNING, some of the sound did not pick up well as I moved the recording device. Sorry!
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Divine Service for Sun., July 4th, 2021

7/6/2021

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"Whaaaaaaat?" That's the word that emits from our mouth when we hear in today's Gospel reading that Jesus "could do no mighty work" in His hometown! How can that be that the almighty Lord of the Universe can't do something? We consider that in today's sermon. The appointed Gospel reading is Mk. 6:1-13.
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