| Worship with us, November 15, 9:30am. Join us in person or on our YouTube channel. Pastor Erick Swanson will be preaching on the Gospel of Matthew 25:14-30 Upcoming Worship Helpers November 15, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Tad and Connie Tadlock Reader: Amanda Turnquist Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Cheryl Young Musician: Georgine Bellamy Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Kim Patience Communion Server: John and Kim Patience Communion Bread: Kim Patience Acolytes/ Crucifer: Devotions from God Pause: Ouch! This text seems a bit harsh. God is angry at the people—anger, being a God-given emotion that says, “This is not right!” The text speaks to us just as much in the 21st century as it did in ancient biblical times. The prophet Amos reminds us of the work we are called to as God’s people. We can have our beautiful sanctuaries, liturgies, appropriate liturgical garb, and dynamic sermons. We can leave our worship space gloating over our generous charity, feeling satisfied that we have done our part. However, if we do not work for justice as God’s people, we fail in our worship and witness. In order to let righteousness flow like an ever-flowing stream, we must work to change those things that perpetuate the need for charity and contribute to the “isms” of this world. Sunday Bible Study: Bible Study will meet at 11:00 a.m. following morning worship in the classroom near the church office. We invite questions, comments, and connections, as we expand upon the readings from the worship service. In the upcoming weeks we will be looking into the Gospel text. We will NOT have Adult Sunday School on the following Sundays November 22 Decorating for Christmas after worship December 27 Christmas weekend |
The coffee pot will be on. Tea bags and hot chocolate packets are also available. No strings attached-just a chance to visit others in the comfort of the high school and junior high rooms at St. Paul’s at 9:00 am on Monday mornings. If Winterset schools are cancelled or delayed, there will be no coffee. For school breaks and for general purposes, please use your own judgement. College Care Packages – We want our college kids to feel the support and love from their St. Paul family during FINALS week by sending them care packages. Starting Sunday, Nov. 15th-Nov. 29th, we will be collecting snacks, hygiene products, inspirational items, beverages and school supplies for each of our college students. Please feel free to donate as you are able. If you wish to make a monetary contribution, please contact Nicole Darling.
Holiday Hop – Saturday, November 21 from 8:30-1:30 We will be asking the congregation for donated crafts, baked goods, candy, etc. We also have a gently used Christmas decoration room, so we’re always looking for donations for that room. Pies go especially well, especially those that can be frozen, since it’s the week prior to Thanksgiving. For those of you bringing food or crafts for the holiday hop, will you please bring them to the church by Friday, November 20th before 7:30 pm Contact Jacque Mohs at 515-468-1899 for more information. Thank you so much!
St. Paul Christmas Decorating – Sunday, November 22 after Sunday morning service. Volunteers needed
Upcoming Worship Helpers November 22, 9:30 am
Greeters/ Ushers: Liz Hansen and Brenda Hollingsworth
Reader: Amanda Turnquist
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Jacque Mohs
Musician: Clarice Blanchard
Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Jen Acton
Communion Server: Jason and Nicole Darling
Communion Bread: Shirley Tallman
Acolytes/ Crucifer:
Thanksgiving Service – Tuesday, November 24 at 7:00 pm.
Adopt a Family – Want to make a difference this holiday season? St. Paul has six children that won’t have a Christmas without our help. Their names and wants/needs are on individual ornaments in the fellowship hall. Please grab an ornament, write your name on the master list and bring back the gift prior to Tuesday, December 1st with the ornament attached. This allows CRISP to match the present with the child. Please include gift receipts for clothing only. Thank you for caring and making a difference!!
Operation Christmas Child. St. Paul will provide boxes and information for those who would like to participate in Operation Christmas Child. In the fellowship hall, you will find boxes and information with suggestions for what to put in your box, how to pack it, and label it. PLEASE TAKE YOUR COMPLETED BOX TO THE COLLECTION SITE NEW BRIDGE CHURCH, 1305 W JEFFERSON: Mon 11/16 4:30-6:30pm, Tues 11/17 12-2pm, Wed 11/18 12-2pm, Thurs 11/19 4:30-6:30pm, Fri 11/20 10am-12:00pm, Sat 11/21 10am-12pm, Sun 11/22 1-3pm, Mon 11/23 7-9am. These times are posted on our kiosk and in the fellowship hall. Any questions may be directed to Ann Bartelt.
Dinner with Friends December Christmas potluck December 10th. For the December dinner with friends get together, it be a potluck on Dec. 10th at the church.
Cantata Christmas Service. Our annual Christmas Cantata Service will be Sunday, December 13th.
Christmas Eve Service – December 24 at 5:00 pm.
Dinner with Friends on Thursdays, will be January 14. Each month, on the second Thursday, a host from St Paul Lutheran Church will choose a restaurant. The host will make the group reservation. All are welcome. If you are interested in joining the next dinner with friends, please contact to be determined to RSVP for January 14th at 6pm. Dinner will be at given at a later time.
Severe Weather. Our church follows the school closings. If Winterset schools are closed or dismiss early due to weather, there will be NO church activities. For weekend services, school breaks and for general purposes, please use your own judgement.
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 is for youth in kindergarten through 5th grade. The meal is served at 5:30pm and God Squad starts a few minutes before 6:00pm. We have Bible stories, games and fun. Friends are always welcome. You can register at St. Paul. or use this link https://forms.gle/zi68Sjng5Wc3tqmi9 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 Help is needed for those experiencing hunger in Madison County. Donations of the following items would be most appreciated: canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter and jelly, pasta and sauce, cereal, soups, macaroni and cheese, Also, shampoo and deodorant . You may place your contribution in the grocery cart. A basket will be included for monetary donations. Checks should be made payable to MATURA. |
| 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 Women’s Bible Study will be on summer break starting in May and will restart in September. 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. Choir. Choir practices on Wednesdays, September-May at 7:10pm- 8:15pm. All are welcome. Online Giving. If you would like to sign up for online giving, please click on the link. Servant Keeper Online Giving Increase online giving. If you would like to increase your online, please click on the link and follow the below instructions. https://www.stpaullutheranchurch.net/increase-online-giving/ Lawn Mowing! If you would like to help mow the church lawn this season from April thru September and get your dose of Vitamin D, please use Sign Up Genius to sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/ Thank you! |
Church office phone: (515) 462-4270
Church office email: Office@stpaullutheranchurch.net
Pastor Erick’s Email: Pastor@stpaullutheranchurch.net