| Worship with us, March 2, 9:30am. Join us in person or on our YouTube channel. Pastor Erick will preach on Luke 5:1-11 Upcoming Worship Helpers March 2, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Debi Martens and Marty Knapp Reader: Amanda Turnquist Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Wayne Martens Musician: Praise Band Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Bonnie Fenimore Communion Server: Linda Kenyon and Barb Stiles Communion Bread: Connie Tadlock Acolytes/ Crucifer: Upcoming Worship Helpers March 5, 7:00 pm (Ash Wednesday) Greeters/ Ushers: Dick Anderson and Needed Reader: Jeff Stiles Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Wayne Martens Musician: Georgine Bellamy Communion Server: Linda Kenyon and Mark Kenyon Communion Bread: Kim Patience Acolytes/ Crucifer: Devotions from God Pause “The ones born on earth are like the man who was made from the ground. The ones born from the spirit-world above are like the man who came from above. Just as we have worn the image of the man from the earth, we will also wear the image of the man from the spirit-world above.” (48-49; First Nations Version: An Indigenous Translation of the New Testament by Terry M. Wildman) Wakes and funerals on White Earth are unique. Tobacco, offered into an open, hand-dug grave. A drum circle sends a loved one off with the Traveling Song: G’naadamoimin ina Gizhemanido? / Can you help us Great Spirit? Two-night wakes are led by the Ojibwe Singers in steel-clad community centers. Tables and chairs arranged on a basketball court, with a casket under the far basket. We follow a liturgy of hymn-testimony-hymn late into the night. An oft-repeated phrase has gained traction. It has been attributed to a French Jesuit, a highly effective businessman, traditional pipe carriers, or perhaps St. Paul: “We are not human beings on a spiritual journey. We are spiritual beings, on a human journey.” “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. If Winterset schools are delayed or closed because of the weather, we will not be meeting on Mondays that day. 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. Larger Bulletins & Kids Bags: The ushers will have large print bulletins available. St. Paul has kids’ bags to engage your child during church. They are hanging on hooks by the entry doors or see the ushers. |
Online Giving Update. St. Paul has changed our online giving to Servant Keeper, the program we also use for our Member Directory. This change will streamline our services and provide cost savings for online giving. We appreciate this being done no later than March 15. How to Transition:
– Step 1: Visit our church website at stpaullutheranchurch.net
– Step 2: Look for the “Give” or “Online Giving” tab.
– Step 3: Click on the link to access our new Servant Keeper Online Giving platform.
– Step 4: Follow the instructions on the screen to create your account or log in if you already have a Servant Keeper account.
ENTER the church’s name as St. Paul Lutheran Church ELCA.
Support and Assistance: For help in signing up, please contact Lisa Vossekuil at finances@stpaullutheranchurch.net or 920-979-0304. She is at the church most Sundays before and after worship to help you create your Servant Keeper account and log in. You may also set another time for your convenience and can even do it over the phone with Lisa. For a step-by-step Video Guide go to https://connect.servantkeeper.com/Z4u9o2E9
God Squad and Confirmation. Join us for God Squad and Confirmation at St. Paul’s Wednesday evening Christian Education Program for children and youth. Confirmation classes for 7th and 8th graders began Wednesday, September 4 and God Squad for 4-year-olds through 6th grade began September 11. A free meal is served at 5:30 pm; classes and fun activities are from 5:50-6:50 pm. All children are welcome to join at any time. You can register at St. Paul or online: https://forms.gle/rPaySYQDVGEW7LRo9 Blessings,-Amanda Turnquist
| Wildfires Disaster Relief. Your gifts to Lutheran Disaster Response equip LDR to respond to communities affected by wildfires and related disasters. These gifts also empower LDR to respond to disasters whenever and wherever they strike. Gifts to “U.S. Wildfires” will be used in full (100%) to assist those affected by wildfires until the response is complete. https://www.elca.org/our-work/relief-and-development/lutheran-disaster-response/our-impact/us-wildfires You may send your gifts directly to Lutheran Disaster Response, PO Box 1809, Merrifield, VA 22116-8009, or drop a check into the offering plate made out to LDR/Wildfires, and we’ll see that they receive it. ELCA Bishop Eaton asks us to join her in praying that God’s love and care be manifest among all who are impacted by these wildfires. Pray for the firefighters battling unrelenting blazes and for first responders, health care providers and public servants providing safety and support for those impacted. Pray for ELCA ministries as they care for the many needs of their communities. Pray for the long-term well-being of all who are affected by the widespread devastation and who face ongoing danger. Transportation Ministry. Transportation ministry is providing rides home mainly for outpatient surgery patients who cannot secure another way home. There is a clipboard in the back of the church if you would like to add your name to the volunteers. The need is occasional but so much appreciated. Questions? Contact Chris Madison (515-468-0051) Women Infants and Children Services. WIC will be using St. Paul Church to support local families beginning Thursday, January 25. This Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides federal grants to states for supplemental foods, health care referrals, and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age 5 who are found to be at nutritional risk. We welcome these services to our fellowship hall every second and fourth Thursday of the month, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Pill Bottle Donations – Matthew 25: Ministries – Matthew 25: Ministries is an international medical relief organization. We can be a part of this by donating empty plastic pill bottles. All sizes, with plastic lids, are accepted. Please remove all labels. The donation box is located near the mailboxes at church. See the flyer at the church or contact Kim Patience with questions: kimpatience62@gmail.com Matura Food Pantry: Our offering to the Matura Food Pantry is blessed the first Sunday of each month. Help us fill the shopping cart will non-perishable food, diapers, and even pet food. Checks made out to Matura Madison County or cash are also accepted. St Paul Trust Fund. The St. Paul Trust Fund was established in 1986 to provide Mission work outside the operational budget of the church. It supports needs locally, nationally and internationally on items such as supplying animals and tools overseas, supporting kids playgrounds to supporting youth summer camps. If you have questions, contact chairman Jim Nelson at jim@nelson.dev Furniture Ministry: St. Paul collects and gives home goods, furniture, and appliances to those in need. Contact Lisa Vossekuil (920-979-0304 or levossekuil@gmail.com) about any donations. Monetary gifts are also appreciated for our storage units. The Furniture Ministry needs able bodies to help with picking up and delivering furniture on a Saturday morning (usually 9;00 – 10:00 a.m.). Willing workers should contact Lisa (levossekuil@gmail.com) or jim@nelson.dev. Pool of Siloam: Pool of Siloam is St. Paul’s local benevolence program for Madison County residents that provides monetary support for those in need of such things as gas money or car repair, rent or mortgage assistance, and utility bills. In partnership with local agencies (CRISP, Matura, and Crisis Intervention), we annually serve over 100 individuals, including children. All giving to the Pool of Siloam is matched by an anonymous donor. Offerings to this program can be indicated on your giving envelope or online giving form. LifeServe Blood Drive: St. Paul hosts the community LifeServe Blood Drive every fourth Tuesday of the month. We are known for our home-baked goods and appreciate your donations of cookies and bars. Please bring them to the church by noon the day of the drive March 25, 2025 is the next scheduled blood drive. Call for Cookies. Cookies are always needed for Sunday morning services and the monthly blood drive. They can be store bought or home-made and can be dropped off at anytime. Jim asks that the cookies for the monthly blood drive be home-made. |
| Bible Study on First and Third Tuesday of the month at 9:00am. We will be starting a new study in January 2025. Everyone is welcome to come to this study at 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 group dedicated to the power of prayer. If you have a prayer request for the Prayer Chain, please share it with Jim Nelson (515-468-1675) jim@nelson.dev or Ann Bartelt annbartelt0204@gmail.com or the church office. St. Paul Choir. The Choir is always looking for new members. Choir practice is held Wednesday evenings at 7:10 pm during the months of September-May and sing a couple times each month during these times at Sunday morning service. Everyone is welcome to spread the good news through our music ministry. Questions may be directed to Sue Hansen, choir director, 515-468-0137. Got Time? Got Talent? We Want You! We have a variety of opportunities available where you can showcase an existing talent or pursue an interest you have. Do you have finance or organizational skills, like to show your concern for others, can teach others, or know your way around building maintenance? All of these skills can be put to use on various St. Paul committees that need our time and talent. So, if you want to give back to our church, please contact the office and we’ll help find a way you can make a difference! Upcoming Worship Helpers March 9, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Needed Reader: Debi Martens Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Chery Young Musician: Sherri Briney Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Nancy Schimmels Communion Server: Ken and Janelle Kroska Communion Bread: Cheryl Bales 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: Use SignUpGenius! It’s easy to access at this link and will even send you a reminder of your commitment. Volunteer Kiosk: We have clipboards on the kiosks in the entryway for you to sign. Call the Church office at 515-462-4270. |
Church office phone: (515) 462-4270
Church office email: Office@stpaullutheranchurch.net
Pastor Erick’s Email: Pastor@stpaullutheranchurch.net