| Worship with us, August 10, 9:30am. Join us in person or on our YouTube channel. Pastor Erick will preach on Luke 12:32-40 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: Devotions from God Pause: Paul loved churches. He wrote letters to them. He expressed his love for them and his hopes for them. Paul saw the Spirit of God at work in the coming together of communities of faith. They were, and are, God’s instrument for the nurturing and growth of the life of Jesus in the world. When we participate in the church we are reminded that we live with one foot in the world and one foot in the kingdom to come! In today’s verses Paul appeals to the gatherings of the faithful to be clothed not in the competitions and greed of the past, not in anger and abusive language toward one another, but to be clothed in the Spirit of Christ and love. We live with an eye toward the new kingdom revealed in Christ. In that new life, Paul proclaims, we do not live by outdoing one another or by demeaning the other, but we live seeing Christ in each other. 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. |
GWOH T-Shirt Order. It’s time to order God’s Work Our Hands T-Shirts for our day of service September 14. These are provided courtesy of the Trust Fund; they are the same as previous years. If you don’t have one or need a different size, please order on the clipboard on the usher’s table or let the office know no later than August 13. Sizes available are Adult S-5XL and Youth SML. Questions? Please contact Ann Bartelt.
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.
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 17, 9:30 am
Greeters/ Ushers: Chris and Dulce Baumgarn
Reader: Amanda Turnquist
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Cheryl Young
Musician: Georgine Bellamy
Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Jen Acton
Communion Server: Kristi Swanson and Kim Patience
Communion Bread: Kristi Swanson
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