| Worship with us, November 16, 9:30am. Join us in person or on our YouTube channel. Pastor Erick will preach on Luke 21: 5-19 Upcoming Worship Helpers November 16, 9:30 am Greeters/ Ushers: Brenda Hollingsworth & Marty Knapp Reader: Lisa Vossekuil Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Wayne Martens Musician: Sherry Briney Counters: Lisa Vossekuil & Bonnie Fenimore Communion Server: Rich & Genelle Thompson Communion Bread: Genelle Thompson Acolytes/ Crucifer: Devotions from God Pause: “It’s sad, you see, that the Sadducees do not believe in eternal life.” So goes the limerick used to teach which of the Jewish leaders in Jesus’ day—Pharisees or Sadducees—argued about the resurrection of the dead. But Jesus turns the argument upside down by speaking the names of heroes of the faith recalled in the tradition, and then making the point: these saints and heroes of the faith do not live on because their names are remembered and spoken down through the centuries; they are alive and have life for all eternity because “God is a God not of the dead, but of the living; for to him all of them are alive.” It is sad also today when there are those within our families, communities, and world who also struggle to believe. So it is part of our calling to continue to live in the ways of active justice, love, acceptance, welcome and peace, so that eternal and abundant life with God is made real for all. 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. |
College Care Packages: We are collecting items for St. Paul college students to receive during their “Finals Week” to provide encouragement and support for them as their Fall semester comes to an end! We will have the bags out Nov. 9-30, but pulling them from the table during the craft bazaar. We will have a total of 14 bags to fill this year. Item suggestions: Personal notes, toiletry items, individual snacks, gift cards, small drinks, etc…If you have any questions or want to provide a monetary gift toward the college bags, please contact Nicole Darling.
Holiday Hop. Saturday, November 22. Crafters & Bakers!! Holiday Hop is coming Saturday, November 22nd from 8:30am – 1:30pm. We will welcome all crafts and baked goods again. We also will feature the gently used room again. Be thinking of cleaning out your unused Christmas decorations that you would like to get rid of! Any questions, please contact Liz Hansen at 515-462-3987
Operation Christmas Child. Samaritan’s Purse provides humanitarian aid and benefits children across the world. Operation Christmas Child (OCC) is one of their efforts. Materials are available in the fellowship hall for all of you who would like to participate. Pick up a box and brochures about what can go in the box. Final steps include labeling the box and binding with a strong rubber band. You may also include a $10 donation for shipping and other costs. If you choose to do so, put your check (no cash) made out to Samaritan’s Purse in an envelope and place it on top in the box. Drop off your box to New Bridge Church Nov 17, 20, 21 4:30-6:30; Nov 18 & 19 12:00-2:00; Nov 22 10:00-2:00; Nov 23 1:00-3:00. Questions may be directed to Ann Bartelt.
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.
Thanksgiving Worship Service. Tuesday, November 25th at 7:00pm. All are welcome.
Decorating of the church. Sunday November 30th. following our church service. All are welcome, as many hands make light work. Lunch will be provided. Please talk to Kim Patience ( or text 515-468-0503) if you can attend so she can plan the lunch. Thank you!
Advent Suppers and Services. Wednesdays, December 3rd, December 10th and December 17th. Supper will be served between 6:00pm-6:20pm. 7pm worship will follow.
Choir Cantata. Sunday, December 14th at 9:30am Service. Our Choir will be singing from “Have You Heard” by Joel Raney.
Christmas Eve Service. December 24th at 5pm There will be ONE Christmas Eve service on December 24th at 5:00 p.m.
Choir. Choir practices on Wednesdays, September-May at 7:10pm- 8:15pm. All are welcome.
Severe Weather. As the winter season is upon us, 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 and for general purposes, please use your own judgement.
Upcoming Worship Helpers November 23, 9:30 am
Greeters/ Ushers: Jon & Kelly Moeller
Reader: Amanda Turnquist
Sound/ Screen/ Streaming: Lisa Vossekuil
Musician: Georgine Bellamy
Counters: Lisa Vossekuil & Steve Dick
Communion Server: Ken & Janelle Kroska
Communion Bread: Cheryl Bales
Acolytes/ Crucifer: Landyn Moeller
Upcoming Community Events:
Thanksgiving Dinner at the Methodist Church: Noon on Thanksgiving Day, November 27. Please call Jean Hager at 641-895-0517 for reservations.
Community Band Concert: December 7 at 4:00 pm at the Winterset High School auditorium. After the concert there will be a soup supper with a free will offering.
Community Choir Concert: December 7 at 7:00 pm at the Methodist Church.
Live Nativity at the Historical Complex: Sunday, December 21 & Monday, December 22, 6pm-8pm
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 classes are Wednesday evenings at 5:30 pm. 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 |
| 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 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