| Worship with us, September 14, 9:30am. Join us in person or on our YouTube channel. Pastor Erick will preach on Luke 15:1-10 Upcoming Worship Helpers September 14, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Rich and Genelle Thompson Reader: Amanda Turnquist Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Cheryl Young Musician: Clarice Blanchard Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Dean Bartelt Communion Server: Chris & Dulce Baumgarn Communion Bread: Debi Martens Acolytes/ Crucifer: God Squad and Confirmation. God Squad will begin on Wednesday, September 10th at 5:30pm for the meal, with classes starting at 6pm. Confirmation will have an informational meeting only with both parents and kids at 6pm. Confirmation families can come at 5:30pm for the free supper. Looking forward to a great year! Devotions from God Pause: Jesus uses the example of the family in this passage because he knows that although the family can be the source of life’s richest joys, it can also be the place we feel we are “being put to death” by conflicts, brokenness, and losses. Jesus knows that we can easily fall into the temptation of trying to make our life with our friends and our church an island of security and peace. Often, we prefer to be shielded from horrible stuff happening in the world. Jesus wants us to be aware there is only one Savior. Instead of simply hearing Jesus today say, “Give up all your possessions,” perhaps it would be insightful to also hear, “Give up ON all your possessions.” They will never save you. They will never bring you lasting joy and fulfillment.. “Join us for Meeting on Monday!  The coffee pot will be on. Tea bags and hot chocolate packets also available. No strings attached – just a chance to visit with others in the comfort of the high school and junior high rooms at St. Paul’s. at 9:00 am on Monday mornings. Sunday Bible Study: Bible Study will meet at 11:00 a.m. following morning worship in the front most classroom near the church office. During the class, we invite questions, comments, and connections, as we expand upon the readings from the worship service. |
CROP Walk – Sunday, September 28, 2:30pm You can make a difference in the world. This is a great event that does so much to help others. Participate by walking. Participate by donating. You may give at church; see Dick Anderson at the CROP Walk table. Or you may give on-line at Crop Walk – Winterset. Help others have a better future.
Choir. Choir practice will start on Wednesday, September 10th at 7:10pm. All are welcome.
Middle School & High School Lock-in Event. Staff of Lutheran Lakeside Camp is running it Saturday, Sept. 13, 6:00pm to Sunday at 7:30am at St. James Lutheran Church in Johnston This would be great to get a group of us to go! Of course, you can bring your friends.
Upcoming Worship Helpers September 21, 9:30 am
Greeters/ Ushers: Liz Hansen and Barb Kellogg
Reader: Debi Martens
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming:
Musician: Georgine Bellamy
Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Kim Patience
Communion Server:
Communion Bread:
Acolytes/ Crucifer:
Worship Service Helpers/Volunteers Needed! Serving as a worship leader and helper is an excellent way to become better acquainted with our congregation. All are invited to serve in a variety of capacities: usher, reader, communion server, etc. Any introduction or training you may want for the positions is offered by Debi Martens debi.martens21@gmail.com
3 Easy ways to sign up:
1. Use SignUpGenius! It’s easy to access at this link and will even send you a reminder of your commitment.
2. Volunteer Kiosk: We have clipboards on the kiosks in the entryway for you to sign.
3. Call the Church office at 515-462-4270.
God Squad and Confirmation. God Squad and Confirmation classes begin Wednesday, September 10. All children are welcome to join at any time. You can register at St. Paul. or use this link https://groupdynamic.wufoo.com/forms/kjdv8uc19y7z5q/ Blessings,-Amanda Turnquist
| For more detailed information on services within our church, click on the link below. Transportation Ministry Women Infants and Children Services (WIC) Pill Bottle Donations Matura Food Pantry St Paul Trust Fund Furniture Ministry Pool of Siloam LifeServe Blood Drive |
| Women’s Bible Study, First and Third Tuesday of the month, 9:00am. We meet in the quilting room / large classroom at the church. If you are interested, please contact Linda Darling at 515-468-1131 or email ldarling1950@gmail.com Lawn Mowing. If you would like to help mow the church lawn this season April through September, and get your dose of Vitamin D, please use Sign Up Genius to sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/ Thank you! Prayer Chain: St. Paul has a dedicated prayer ministry. If you have a prayer request for the Prayer Chain, please share it with Ann Bartelt annbartelt0204@gmail.com or the church office. |
Church office phone: (515) 462-4270
Church office email: Office@stpaullutheranchurch.net
Pastor Erick’s Email: Pastor@stpaullutheranchurch.net