Friday, May 29th Announcements

Worship with us, May 31, 9:30am.  Join us in person or on our YouTube channel.  Pastor Erick will be preaching on the Gospel of Matthew 28:16-20

Upcoming Worship Helpers May 31, 9:30 am 
Greeters/ Ushers: Tom and Jen Acton  
Reader:  Amanda Turnquist 
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming:  Lisa Vossekuil
Musician:  Georgine Bellamy 
Counters:  Lisa Vossekuil and Kim Patience 
Communion Server:  Chris and Dulce Baumgarn 
Communion Bread:   Kim Patience  
Acolytes/ Crucifer:     

Devotions from God PauseI have received many gifts over the years, but the one I remember best came from my parents during my junior year of college. I was heading to an overseas summer program, and they gifted me with a new sleeping bag, knowing I would be sleeping in youth hostels—and some even more primitive places—during those months. I used that bag all summer and for many years after. In fact, I wore it out! We tend to think of “gifts” as physical things, and specifically things we may have asked for or thought we needed. Paul tells us, though, that gifts from God may not be what we asked for, and are instead given to us for the “common good.” These gifts, activated by God in individuals, can be powerful. But when combined in all of us Christians, they are life-altering. And the good news is: They never wear out!  

Sunday Bible Study:  Bible Study will meet at 11:00 a.m. following morning worship in the classroom near the church office. We invite questions, comments, and connections, as we expand upon the readings from the worship service. 
 



Dinner with Friends.  Each month, on the second Thursday, a host from St Paul Lutheran Church will choose a restaurant.  The host will make the group reservation.  All are welcome.  If you are interested in joining the next dinner with friends, please contact Dan and Chris Madison at 515-468-0051 to RSVP for June 11. Restaurant of choice: Willy’s in Creston at 6:00pm.

Upcoming Events:
June 21 worship at 10:30 am at the main pavilion at City Park. There will be a potluck afterwards.  Stay for the fun of Family Summer Camp after the potluck. 

July 5th worship at 10:30 am at the Madison County Historical Society with other churches.  Information to follow once everything is confirmed.

St. Paul Summer Camp.  June 21, 22, & 23rd.  All ages are welcome.  Sunday, June 21, will be at City Park after the potluck     Monday, June 22 will be at St. Paul from 5:30-7:30 and Tuesday’s activities will be held at Pammel Park from  5:30-7:30pm.  Supper will be included.  For those who are Thrivant members, help with food would be appreciated. More information to follow at a later date.

Upcoming Worship Helpers June 7, 9:30 am 
Greeters/ Ushers: NEEDED  
Reader:  Troy Gwinner 
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming:  NEEDED 
Musician:   Clarice Blanchard
Counters:  Lisa Vossekuil and Jen Acton 
Communion Server:  Ken and Janelle Kroska 
Communion Bread:   NEEDED  
Acolytes/ Crucifer:      

Lawn Mowing! 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!

Severe Weather.  Our church follows the school closings.  If Winterset schools are closed or dismiss early due to weather, there will be NO church activities.  For weekend services, school breaks and for general purposes, please use your own judgement.  

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.  Confirmation classes and God Squad classes are currently done for the 2025-2026 season.  2026-2027 God Squad and Confirmation class information will be updated at a later time.   All children are welcome to join at any time. You can register at St. Paul. or use this link https://groupdynamic.wufoo.com/forms/kjdv8uc19y7z5q/  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


Help is needed for those experiencing hunger in Madison County.  Donations of the following items would be most appreciated: canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter and jelly, pasta and sauce, cereal, soups, macaroni and cheese, Also, shampoo and deodorant .  You may place your contribution in the grocery cart.  A basket will be included for monetary donations.  Checks should be made payable to MATURA.
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
Women’s Bible Study will be on summer break starting in May and will restart in September.  

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.   

Choir.  Choir practices on Wednesdays, September-May at 7:10pm- 8:15pm.  All are welcome.  

Join us for Monday morning Coffee Fellowship this coming September.     The coffee pot will be on. Tea bags and hot chocolate packets are also available.  No strings attached-just a chance to visit 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 cancelled or delayed, there will be no coffee. For school breaks and for general purposes, please use your own judgement.  Monday morning. 

Online Giving.  If you would like to sign up for online giving, please click on the link.  Servant Keeper Online Giving

Increase online giving.   If you would like to increase your online, please click on the link and follow the below instructions.  https://www.stpaullutheranchurch.net/increase-online-giving/
 
  

 

Church office phone: (515) 462-4270
Church office email:  Office@stpaullutheranchurch.net
Pastor Erick’s Email: Pastor@stpaullutheranchurch.net