| Worship with us, August 17, 9:30am. Join us in person or on our YouTube channel. Pastor Erick will preach on Luke 12:49-56 Upcoming Worship Helpers August 17, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Chris and Dulce Baumgarn Reader: Amanda Turnquist Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Musician: Georgine Bellamy Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Jen Acton Communion Server: Kristi Swanson and Kim Patience Communion Bread: Kristi Swanson Acolytes/ Crucifer: Devotions from God Pause: The reformers of the church lived, and died, for this truth: We are saved, justified, forgiven of our sins by grace alone, through faith alone, in Jesus Christ alone. As Scripture says, all this for the glory of God alone. For many years I considered these as separate steps in a process. I learned to sing “Jesus loves me” before I could even read the Bible. Now, in my senior years, I view these five “alones” (“solas”), not as separate steps, or even as connected links in a chain. They are all one big gracious gift from God to sinful persons—graciously including me and all humanity. Martin Luther wrote: “When faith performs its proper office, it looks to absolutely nothing except Jesus Christ the Son of God, given for the sins of the whole world.” Faith in what Jesus has done—that is the ground of our assurance! 40 Day Journey with Luther Weekly Gathering. Tuesdays at 5:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome to participate in the weekly discussions. “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. |
Blessing of the Backpack. This Sunday, August 24 in Worship, 9:30am. Everyone who’s going back to school. Students of all ages (college & grad students too), Staff, teachers, aids, bus drivers, and admin. Bring book bags, lunch boxes, or briefcase for a blessing on the new school year.
God’s Work Our Hands Save the Date. We will hold our annual day of service on Sunday, September 14 directly following worship. We have identified a variety of projects good for all ages and levels of abilities, indoors at the church or outside at the church and/or in the community. These opportunities include cleaning in the church, yard work, outdoors clean up, small painting jobs, etc. – anything that can be completed in two hours by a group (4-8) of people. We need to align our projects with our volunteers, so please sign up today, either on the clipboard at church or on Sign-Up Genius. Work will be scheduled until about 1:00 when lunch will be served at the church. Contact Ann Bartelt with your questions and suggestions. Thank you! annbartelt0204@gmail.com. 515-418-3565.
Semi-Annual Meeting. St. Paul’s Semi-Annual meeting will be held on Sunday, August 24 directly following worship. This is an informational meeting only. NO voting will be done on any actions. The meeting should last about 15 minutes. Copies of the Semi-Annual report will be provided on the ushers table prior to the meeting.
Upcoming Worship Helpers August 24, 9:30 am
Greeters/ Ushers: Kristi Swanson and Needed
Reader: Cheryl Young
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Jacque Mohs
Musician: Clarice Blanchard
Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Bonnie Fenimore
Communion Server: John and Kim Patience
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