| Come worship with us at 9:30. Join us in person or or watch our livestream Sunday morning on our YouTube channel , or view the service on the YouTube channel on Monday. Pastor Kathleen Wohlers will be preaching on Matthew 27:11-54 Here is a devotion from God Pause: Have you ever been part of a crowd that spontaneously burst into applause or cheers? How did that feel? What sparked the moment? The home team wins in the last moments of the game. The orchestra flawlessly performs a piece with great passion. The hero overcomes the conflict in the movie. Can you hear the crowd go wild? This week we come to the end of the Lenten journey. Jesus enters the city of Jerusalem and the crowds erupt in celebration with the words of Psalm 118. “Give thanks to the Lord!” “Hosanna (save us)!” “Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!” “God’s steadfast love endures forever.” The Hebrew people sang this song when their king returned to Jerusalem in victory. The king had inspired hope and joy in them. Their trust in God’s steadfast love was rekindled. What might inspire these words in you this week? Upcoming Worship Helpers April 2, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Shirley Tallman and Marilyn Hansen Reader: Cantata Choir Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Lisa Vossekuil Videographer: Brooke Davis Musician: Georgine Bellamy Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Dean Bartelt Communion Bread: Marilyn Mount Communion Server: Marilyn Mount and Darrell Vossekuil Acolytes: Lily Burkett and Brooke Davis Sunday Bible Study: Bible Study will meet at 10:45 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. |
Special Thank You. A very special thank you to Rich Thompson for making the new director’s podium.
Easter Lilies. The Easter Lily order was placed on March 23, 2023. The cost is $17.00 for a 6″ Easter lily. The lilies will be delivered to the church and you are free to pick them up after Easter worship and plant them or give them away. If you have placed an order for Easter Lilies Your
check may be placed in the locked box outside the office or turned into the office.
Call Committee Activity. The Call Committee met three times in February, twice as a full committee and once to participate together in an online workshop. We will continue to join these weekly online meetings provided by the Bishop’s office because they equip us for the work of calling a pastor. We enlisted the help of several talented people to create a bulletin insert and slides telling how the congregation can participate in the process. We began work on the Ministry Site Profile. The congregation was invited to pin their home on a map, which helps us determine how far people drive to attend church at St Paul Lutheran Church. In March we will be analyzing data we received from the Vitality Survey and several other resources as we continue to create a narrative about who we are and where we believe God is taking us. The input of the congregation is always welcome. for additional information please see this https://www.stpaullutheranchurch.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Monthly-Call-Com-Announcement-for-Bulletin-revised2_5_23.pdf
Call to Prayer. We continue to emphasize the importance of the role of prayer in this Spiritual Journey of transition. Please pray for the Call Committee, the Church Council, Interim Pastor, Kathleen Wohlers, and our new Pastor. You can join us daily by praying this prayer: Almighty God, giver of all good gifts, you have given us grace to make our common prayer to you. Direct us Lord God, in this time of transition as we join in one prayer together. Grant to us in this time of searching, courage, patience, and vision and us we, we pray, as you will, but always to your glory and the welfare of your people. Guide our decisions as we do the work of calling a pastor. May we receive a faithful servant who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries. Through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen
Easter Lilies in Honor or Remembrance of.
Tom Knapp / Kathryn Farlow (Marty Knapp)
Our Parents and Esther Bartelt (Dean & Ann Bartelt)
Our Parents (Connie & Tad Tadlock)
Our Parents & Friends (Rich & Genelle Thompson)
Our Parents (Steve & Pat Wetlaufer)
Gov (Darrell & Lisa Vossekuil)
Our Parents (Darrell & Lisa Vossekuil)
Pat Nelson (Darrell & Lisa Vossekuil)
Phil Roberts & Chan Burkett (Burkett Family)
Remembrance of Sheryl A wulf (Dale G Wulf & family)
Remembrance of Nancy McMenamin (Nicole & Jason Darling)
Remembrance of Dawn & Katie (Barb Lorimor)
Bernard & Leta Hollingsworth (Mark & Brenda Hollingsworth)
Glen and Marilyn Patience, Don Langford (John & Kim Patience)
Jon Huizinga (Corrie Huizinga)
In memory of our loved ones gone (Robin & Steve Dick)
In memory of my husband Darrel and son Jerry (Nancy Schimmels)
In honor of our grandchildren Easton, Avary, Cole, and Kate (Don & Linda Darling)
Elmer and Gladyce Korte, and Bud and Ruth Kellis (Karl and Ruthanne Korte)
Viirginia Kail (Fred Young)
Dave’s granddaughter (Fred Young)
Pat Nelson (Jim Nelson)
Kirsten Stonebarger (Jim Nelson)
Of our loved ones Bill & Nancy Dole & Dean Hartwig (Candice Dole)
In honor of my husband Joe Hansen (Liz Hansen)
For my wife Velma VanScoy (Robert VanScoy)
Palm Sunday, Holy Week, and Easter Services.
St. Paul choir will perform their annual Palm Sunday cantata at 9:30 worship, April 2. Join us in worship as they sing “What Love is This? Suffering Servant – Conquering King.”
Maundy Thursday worship will be held at 7:00, April 6, at the First Christian Church. A light supper will be served at 6:30 pm. The Ecumenical Choir will perform.
Prayer Vigil will be held from 8:00 pm April 6 to 7:00 pm April 7 in St. Paul’s Chapel. sign up on the easel in the fellowship hall.
Good Friday service will be at 7:00 pm, April 7, at the First Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Kathleen preaching.
Easter Sunday worship will be at 9:30 am, April 9 with a light breakfast before the service starting at 8:30 am and an Easter egg hunt after worship for the children.
Upcoming Special Services.
- Affirmation of Faith (Confirmation) and New Member Sunday, April 16
- Last Service and Thank You Luncheon for Pastor Kathleen, April 23
- Senior Recognition Sunday, May 7
Adult Faith Fellowship presents: The Prayer Course An eight week journey Through the Lord’s Prayer. Prayercourse.org This program will start on Sunday, March 5th 2023 from 5:00 to 6:30 P.M. During this season of transition at St Paul, Strengthening our ability to pray as individuals And joining our hearts together in prayer as a congregation Will be important now and also in the days ahead. Classes will start in the sanctuary with a video, followed by discussion and snacks in the Fellowship Hall. Class dates are: April 2, 16, 23, 30. All are welcome!
Wednesday God Squad and Confirmation. Both God Squad (4 years-6th graders) and Confirmation (7-8th graders) meet Wednesday evenings for a free meal, followed by the program and activity from 6:00-7:00pm. We thank and are very grateful for our volunteer teachers and youth helpers. The last Wednesday for classes will be April 12. Confirmation Sunday will be April 16.
Lutheran Study Bibles. There are extra Lutheran Study Bibles for sale at $36.00 each if anyone is interested in purchasing one.
Youth Committee: The newly formed Luther League, Grades 5th through 12th, will have opportunities to grow together as a group, have some fun, and share memories made together. Suggestions and questions may be addressed to Clarice Blanchard and Ted Leonard. Please watch for future youth events.
| 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’s Trust Fund: The Trust Fund committee, elected by the congregation, supports mission projects ranging from national and international disaster relief, congregants’ mission trips, and camping scholarships for youth and children. Please contact Chair Dick Anderson with any questions or suggestions for mission support at REAND0508@aol.com 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 N.(jnelson91@q.com) to let them know availability. Pool of Siloam: Pool of Siloam is St. Paul’s local benevolence program 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. April 25, 2023 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. |
St. Paul Choir. The choir has begun its new season with rehearsals at 7:10pm Wednesday evenings. We are always looking for new members, and all singers are welcome. We hope to see you there! 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 Twila Seibert (515-462-1505) or Ann Bartelt (annbartelt0204@gmail.com) or the church office. Member Information Update. To coincide with our new picture directory, it’s time to update our congregation’s directory with current and accurate information for you and your family. Please take a few minutes to complete the online form or pick up a paper copy at the usher table and turn it in to the office. Free Sunshine! If you would like to help mow the church lawn this season, and get your dose of Vitamin D, please use Sign Up Genius to sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/ Thank you! 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, give Jacque a call at 515-468-1899, and she’ll help find a way you can make a difference! Upcoming Worship Helpers April 9, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Tim Mohs and Kara Mohs Reader: Amanda Turnquist Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Jacque Mohs Videographer: Jacque Mohs Musician: Clarice Blanchard Counters: Lisa Vossekuil and Kim Patience Communion Bread: Kim Patience Communion Server: John and Kim Patience Acolytes: Lily Burkett and Kendrick Blanchard Worship Service Helpers/Volunteers Needed! If you are able and willing, we need your help in returning our 9:30 service to “normalcy.” It’s important that all of the positions be filled. Worship team members Debi Martens is available for any “training” you may want. 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 Kathleen Wohlers: : (608) 387-5015