Welcome to the sister congregations of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Junction City and St. John's Lutheran Church in Dancy, members of the Missouri Synod, led by Pastor Timothy Roser. Both parishes offer unique congregations, with a common message.
Greetings to You in the Blessed Name of our merciful Savior, Jesus Christ!
I want to share some of the preparations we are making here to address the COVID-19 virus.
I’m continuing to monitor the news closely, and I recognize that things will change, perhaps quickly. That said, we will still do our best to be good stewards of the gifts God has given us, so that the comfort which Christ alone can give may be provided to His people and, through us, to our communities in this time of turmoil and trouble.
You’ve heard it at least once this week, I’m sure: wash your hands. Unlike the viruses that have spread in years past, COVID-19 has no vaccine, and no one has natural immunity. That makes this virus highly contagious and potentially very dangerous. The quarantines, isolations, and restrictions you’ve heard about are the only real ‘weapons’ we have to combat the virus at this time. This is a lesson learned from the influenza epidemic of 1918, an epidemic that came at the cost of 675,000 lives in the United States alone. So when the Centers for Disease Control says it’s serious, please believe them.
At this time, due to the Governor’s Executive Order limiting public gatherings to 10 people, we will not be holding our normal Sunday services, nor our Lent midweek services. Bible classes are continuing, as those groups do not exceed 10 people. Other gatherings and activities at church are suspended.
We are working on alternative arrangements for our services. Until we can come up with something, if you would like to receive the Lord’s Supper at this time, please telephone me so we can arrange a time when we can meet at either St John’s or St Paul’s.
Unless there is an emergency or a serious need, I will not be doing shut-in visits at this time. Nursing homes are closing their doors to visitors, an understandable precaution in these circumstances. As a pastor, I may be able to gain entry in the event of an emergency, so please keep me informed on the condition of your family members who are in such facilities. As for shut-ins at private homes, my plan is to make “visits” by telephone. I’m not concerned with my exposure to the virus, but with the possibility that I may, at some point, become an asymptomatic carrier. Apparently, a person can be exposed to the virus and carry it without knowing it. Since our home-bound shut-ins are “at risk” in terms of their health, I certainly do not want to put them at further risk. Again, in the event of an emergency or if someone truly desires a pastoral visit, that visit will be made.
Our congregation’s leaders have been wonderfully supportive and inventive through this crisis, and we continue to work hard in adapting to this ever-changing situation. If you have concerns, questions, or thoughts about how we can better address these issues, please call or email me. In the meantime, continue to pray to the Lord of the Church for His help, strength, comfort, and healing, and remain calm in Christ!
Let us pray: Spare Your people, O Lord! Preserve us from this and every illness. Give healing and strength to those who are sick, protect those who care for them, and grant us steady minds and calm hearts in the face of fear. You have borne our infirmities in this human flesh and purchased us with Your own blood. Keep us in this faith and embolden us in love; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Peace be with you! Pastor Roser
I want to share some of the preparations we are making here to address the COVID-19 virus.
I’m continuing to monitor the news closely, and I recognize that things will change, perhaps quickly. That said, we will still do our best to be good stewards of the gifts God has given us, so that the comfort which Christ alone can give may be provided to His people and, through us, to our communities in this time of turmoil and trouble.
You’ve heard it at least once this week, I’m sure: wash your hands. Unlike the viruses that have spread in years past, COVID-19 has no vaccine, and no one has natural immunity. That makes this virus highly contagious and potentially very dangerous. The quarantines, isolations, and restrictions you’ve heard about are the only real ‘weapons’ we have to combat the virus at this time. This is a lesson learned from the influenza epidemic of 1918, an epidemic that came at the cost of 675,000 lives in the United States alone. So when the Centers for Disease Control says it’s serious, please believe them.
At this time, due to the Governor’s Executive Order limiting public gatherings to 10 people, we will not be holding our normal Sunday services, nor our Lent midweek services. Bible classes are continuing, as those groups do not exceed 10 people. Other gatherings and activities at church are suspended.
We are working on alternative arrangements for our services. Until we can come up with something, if you would like to receive the Lord’s Supper at this time, please telephone me so we can arrange a time when we can meet at either St John’s or St Paul’s.
Unless there is an emergency or a serious need, I will not be doing shut-in visits at this time. Nursing homes are closing their doors to visitors, an understandable precaution in these circumstances. As a pastor, I may be able to gain entry in the event of an emergency, so please keep me informed on the condition of your family members who are in such facilities. As for shut-ins at private homes, my plan is to make “visits” by telephone. I’m not concerned with my exposure to the virus, but with the possibility that I may, at some point, become an asymptomatic carrier. Apparently, a person can be exposed to the virus and carry it without knowing it. Since our home-bound shut-ins are “at risk” in terms of their health, I certainly do not want to put them at further risk. Again, in the event of an emergency or if someone truly desires a pastoral visit, that visit will be made.
Our congregation’s leaders have been wonderfully supportive and inventive through this crisis, and we continue to work hard in adapting to this ever-changing situation. If you have concerns, questions, or thoughts about how we can better address these issues, please call or email me. In the meantime, continue to pray to the Lord of the Church for His help, strength, comfort, and healing, and remain calm in Christ!
Let us pray: Spare Your people, O Lord! Preserve us from this and every illness. Give healing and strength to those who are sick, protect those who care for them, and grant us steady minds and calm hearts in the face of fear. You have borne our infirmities in this human flesh and purchased us with Your own blood. Keep us in this faith and embolden us in love; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Peace be with you! Pastor Roser
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Welcome to St Paul’s in Junction City
For decades, the people of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church have gathered around God’s gifts: Gospel, Baptism, Absolution, Lord’s Supper. By the grace of God, these treasures have been ours to receive, and ours to share. We invite you to join us, not just at this website but in person, as we continue to share the good news about Jesus that God has so freely shared with us! St. Paul's Regular Service Times
Note: In person services cancelled until further notice. Sunday Divine Service
St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Junction City WI
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Welcome to St. John’s in Dancy
For over one hundred years God has blessed His people in this place. It is a joy and privilage to be a part of this congregation’s ongoing mission: bringing God’s Word and Sacraments to people and bringing people to God’s Work and Sacraments. As this congregation continues to work, alive and active with the Spirit of God, may this website serve to unite us and identify us as fellow believers in Christ, fellow servants of our Savior! St. John's Regular Service Times
Note: In person services cancelled until further notice. Sunday Divine Service
St. Johns Lutheran Church, Dancy WI
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