| Worship with us, August 3, 9:30am. Join us in person or on our YouTube channel. Pastor Erick will preach on Luke 12:13-21 Upcoming Worship Helpers August 3, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Connie and Tad Tadlock Reader: Amanda Turnquist Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Wayne Martens Musician: Praise Band Counters: Lisa Vossekuil Communion Server: Rich and Genelle Thompson Communion Bread: Connie Tadlock Acolytes/ Crucifer: Devotions from God Pause: Three of my four children are teenagers. As they make their way through the world, I often sit back and watch their choices with a mix of curiosity and trepidation. I am reminded daily how challenging life can be as I see them encounter the fullness of their life and their becoming. I wonder if God sees our choices, our growth, our becoming, somewhat in the same manner. Today’s verses invite us to remember our baptism. I hold strong to this promise of resurrection after death each and every day. In the messiness of growing up and in our own wanderings, the Spirit is near. She meets us no matter where we are and provides a future. I trust her love calls us by name, and especially in the wilderness, helping us to “grow with a growth that is from God.” (Col. 2:19) “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. |
Furniture Ministry Need Met. Our call for more storage space has been answered! We appreciate Katy Dorn’s offer of her garage for the furniture ministry. Thank you, Katy! Please reach out to Lisa Vossekuil or Wayne Martens if you have anything more that can go toward the ministry.
God’s Work Our Hands Save the Date. GWOH Date Changed to September 14. Please update your calendar. We will hold our annual day of service on Sunday, September 14 directly following worship. Please mark your calendars! Our first request is that you let us know of any projects that will benefit anyone in our community. This includes yard work, outside clean up, small painting jobs, etc. – anything that can be completed in two hours by a group (4-8) of people. Contact Ann Bartelt with your ideas and suggestions. Thank you! annbartelt0204@gmail.com. 515-418-3565.
Upcoming Worship Helpers August 10, 9:30 am
Greeters/ Ushers: Bill and Patty Chrisman
Reader: Kristi Swanson
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Wayne Martens
Musician: Sherri Briney
Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Kim Patience
Communion Server: Ken and Janelle Kroska
Communion Bread: Kim Patience
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 resume September 3 and God Squad for 4-year-olds through 6th grade begins September 10. Confirmation classes for 7th and 8th graders begin Wednesday, All children are welcome to join at any time. You can register at St. Paul or online: https://forms.gle/rPaySYQDVGEW7LRo9 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