Open Door Missions
Open Door Missions is for those who feel called to witness in the world through mission trips.
Mission
To teach the practical application of the Great Commission given to every Christian through joyful mission and service by opening the door to life-changing experiences.
The Team’s Bible verse: Rev. 3:8b
I know your good works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it.
Meeting Times
We meet the first Tuesday of each month, 6:00-7:30 PM, in the Multipurpose Room. We invite you to join our team!
Contact Info
Jan Pritts, (309)665-0440 or janpritts@aol.com
Deanne Eytalis, (309)378-4608 or deytalis@msn.com
MISSION EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
When Helping Hurts – See the brochure HERE.
Occasionally, mission classes are held. For more information or to suggest a class, contact deytalis@msn.com.
MISSIONS & MISSION TRIPS
Ecuador Mission 2011 – Return to Nueva Esperanza
For ongoing updates visit www.teamecuador.us
During our trip check out where we are: maps.teamecuador.us
Click here for our Facebook Page | 
This year, a team of 22 youth and adults will travel to the
village of Nueva Esperanza to participate in Vacation Bible School, Sports Camp, Medical Clinic and construction work. Most importantly, in the name of Christ, we will continue to build lasting relationships with the amazing people of Ecuador. Everyone can be a part of this trip by praying, collecting supplies, making a financial contribution in the form of a sponsorship (also download this form) or to the Living Water Challenge (see below).
Ecuador mission work is possible through the leadership of many St. John’s members and our in-country organizer, Dr. Manuel Avila (see story 1 | story 2 | story 3).
Ecuador 2011 Project:
Living Water Challenge - Dig A Well (Ecuador 2011)
Our goal is to dig a new well for the people of Nueva Esperanza (New Hope) providing clean water for drinking and irrigation. The project goal for St. John’s is $15,000. Please consider helping us bless the people of Nueva Esperanza with clean water by finding a special envelope at displays located outside the Parish Life Center and Sanctuary.
Operation Christmas Child
Each year St. John’s teams with Samaritan’s Purse to participate in the Operation Christmas Child program to deliver millions of gift-filled shoeboxes to hurting children all over the world. Whether they are refugees of civil wars, survivors of a natural disaster, or victims of extreme poverty, these little ones need to know that they are precious to God.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Open Door Missions is in need of volunteers in the following areas:
To help with Open Door Missions in any way, contact deytalis@msn.com.
Samaritan’s Purse
Open Door Missions is in the process of organizing regular relief teams to deploy in cases of natural disaster. If you would like to sign up to be part of a relief team or help with the relief effort in any way, please contact Bunker Kuethe.
OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP
Aluminum Can Recycling
You CAN make a difference just by saving your aluminum cans. Drop off your crushed cans in plastic grocery bags and place the tied bags by the designated bin by the garage on the southwest side of the church, or take them directly to Morris Tick- -you MUST mention that the cans are for the St. John’s Lutheran Church Open Door Missions account. All funds support Open Door Missions projects. Your recycling efforts not only helps St. John’s go green, but also helps provide additional funds through Open Door Missions for others who are less fortunate.
Used Cell Phone Collection Project
Drop off your unwanted cell phones and accessories to the church office. Cell phones need not be in working condition; chargers and accessories are not necessary but may be dropped off as well. It is recommended that all personal information be erased and the service be disconnected. Phones will be sold to a recycling program; proceeds will support Open Door Mission projects.
