| Worship with us, January 18, 9:30am. Join us in person or on our YouTube channel. Pastor Erick will be preaching on the Gospel of John 1:29-42 Upcoming Worship Helpers January 18, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Miriam Lutz & Leon Schwartz Reader: Amanda Turnquist Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Cheryl Young Musician: Georgine Bellamy Counters: Lisa Vossekuil & Dean Bartelt Communion Server: Ken & Janelle Kroska Communion Bread: Genelle Thompson Acolytes/ Crucifer: Devotions from God Pause: The gospel for the coming Sunday from John will set this week’s theme: “Come, See, Stay” As we begin, the Lord’s servant prophet proclaims a new thing for God’s people just returned from exile in Babylon. Worn out he laments the need to start over. “I have labored in vain; I have spent my strength for nothing and vanity.” Yet in the next breath confidence follows complaint: “Yet surely my cause is with the LORD and my reward with my God.” And now comes a promise of restoration for Israel: “I will give you as light to the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth.” We too are called to listen to the prophet’s revelation. Do not give in or give up. You are not alone. The LORD, who gives great tasks, also grants abundant strength and wisdom. Lean in to the Holy One of Israel who has chosen you. Increase online giving. If you would like to increase your online, please click on the link and follow the below instructions. Servant Keeper Online Giving Login On the right, click “Scheduled”: After clicking “Scheduled”, you will click the three dots to the right of your status and when the dropdown comes up, click “Edit”: Here is where you can change your current giving for any account already listed or use ” + Add another account” to add giving to an account you do not already have listed. Please consider checking the box, “Cover processing fees?” which means you will pay the processing fee instead of coming out of the General Fund: Make sure to click “Save” at the bottom when you have made your changes: Monday morning Coffee Fellowship has been POSTPONED for the month of January. We are not going to have Monday morning coffee in January. We will start again in February after the holidays. A reminder: IF Winterset schools are delayed or canceled, we will not have coffee either those days. 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. |
Thank you from the office staff. Lisa, Kristi and Traci would all like to say thank you for the kind gift at Christmas. We all very much appreciate your generosity and appreciation of us in the office of the church.
Training for Ushers. There will be training for anyone who would like to volunteer to be a usher after Sunday morning worship services on January 25th and February 1st.
Training for Readers. There will be training for anyone who would like to volunteer to be a reader after Sunday morning worship services on February 1st and February 8th.
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.
Choir. Choir practices on Wednesdays, September-May at 7:10pm- 8:15pm. All are welcome.
Severe Weather. As the winter season is upon us, 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 and for general purposes, please use your own judgement.
Upcoming Worship Helpers January 25, 9:30 am
Greeters/ Ushers: Sydney Conrad-Cook, Christian Cook
Reader: Elena Eighmy
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Cheryl Young
Musician: Sherri Briney
Counters: Lisa Vossekuil & Kim Patience
Communion Server: Needed
Communion Bread: Needed
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 are Wednesday evenings at 5:30 pm. 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 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