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St. Paul
Lutheran Church
An Evangelical Lutheran
Church of America
Our mission is to
Share Christ's Love
with Joy!
Pastor Sarah
Friesen-Carper
Worship Schedule for
Sunday, September 22
9:00 am
Worship Service
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Friday, September 20
, 2019
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Reflections for Sunday
, September 22
Bob Dylan received a Grammy for Best Rock Vocal Performance by a Male in 1979 for the album on which you can find the song, "Serve Somebody". It is from what some call Dylan's "Gospel Era." Here are the words in the chorus:
You're gonna have to serve somebody, yes
Indeed you're gonna have to serve somebody
Well, it may be the devil or it may be the Lord
But you're gonna have to serve somebody
If you have read Luke 16:1-13, his words will sound very familiar. Dylan quotes Jesus who warns his followers that they cannot serve two masters. Verse 13 reads, "You cannot serve God and wealth." It is interesting that in Dylan's song "wealth" becomes "the devil." Wealth is an idol that draws us away from God. In fact, it is in direct opposition to God.
+ What barriers do you have that keep you from serving only God?
+ If someone looked at your life from the outside, would they know that God is the one you serve?
Family Devotion
Read:
Luke 16:10-13
Bring it home:
Here are some questions or activities to help you think and talk about the reading as a family.
+ Ask your parents what "faithful" means. Hint: they should include something about keeping promises and being honest.
+ God's love is the greatest gift in the world! We get to respond to God's love for us by serving God and serving others. Name 2 ways you can serve others.
Pray:
Consider lighting a candle or having a cross to look at while you pray. Have someone pray this prayer:
Dear God, Thank you for your love. Help us to make you the most important thing in our lives. Amen.
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Sunday's Readings
First Reading:
Amos 8:4-7
Psalm: Psalm 113
Second Reading:
1 Timothy 2:1-7
Gospel: Luke 16:1-13
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COUNCIL MEETING UPDATE
The Council is meeting for a retreat and business meeting on Saturday,
September 28th from 9 am-3 pm.
This will take the place of the regularly scheduled September meeting. If you have any questions please talk with
Pastor Sarah or
Tom Miller, Council President.
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 Children's Spark Bibles, Adult Study Bibles & Bible Study Guide orders are due by September 29. Order forms are
available in the Narthex.
Click here here to download order form
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Small Group Book Discussion has begun!
Small Groups will meet at 10:00 am on Sundays through November 3.
Please talk with Pastor Sarah if you have any questions or need assistance getting a copy of the book. You can order the book at
Smile Amazon
or
Barnes & Noble
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QUESTIONS,
contact Katie Fetterly,
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| As of 09/19/19 |
Actual |
Budgeted |
Over/(Under) Budget
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| YTD Totals |
$ 141,575.61
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$ 146,626.65
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$ (5,051.04)
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Mission Trip/ Youth Encounter 2021
If you are interested in attending either the mission trip or youth encounter in 2021, please contact
Joanna
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Our
Condolences
Our prayers go out to the family of Kathleen "Kay" Johnson, who was a beloved member of our church. Kay passed away peacefully on September 15, 2019.
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Our prayers to the family of Gordon Maier. Gordon passed away at home. His funeral service and luncheon will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Tuesday, September 24th at 10:30 am.
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CPR PUPPETS
These are the dates we will meet at 11:00 am for the next few months.
We meet for about 2 hours. Kids (and adults) might want to bring a snack or bag lunch to have before we get started because that can be a long day!
September 29 October 13
October 27
November 10
November 24
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Sundays at 6:30 pm
Please join us, all are welcome!
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MONTHLY FOOD TRUCK
Saturday, October 19
9:00 am
Donations of food are greatly appreciated. They may be placed in the cart in the Narthex. Volunteers are also needed for this wonderful outreach program.
Sign up at the Welcome Center.
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Wednesday, October 9th
11:00 am - Village Inn
Grab a friend and meet other seniors for a time of fun and fellowship at the Village Inn in Wyoming.
Don't forget it's free pie day!
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October 4 & 5
Grab your craft supplies, some friends, and join us for a Creation Vacation. Enjoy a weekend for yourself to work on your most cherished projects with home cooked meals and fun with fellow crafters without the distractions of home!
This is a fundraiser for the Global Missions Team. Funds will be used to support our ongoing relationships with our sister churches in Tanzania as well as other outreach opportunities.
The Global Missions Team looks forward to seeing you on vacation! Sign up sheets are available on the welcome table or
download here.
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ALL GOD'S CHILDREN PRESCHOOL
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2019 Cards for a Cause
All God's Children will be selling cards Sunday as a
fundraiser. These are beautiful cards and a great value at only $30 for a box of 30 cards. Stop at the table or contact All God's Children Preschool Director, Julie Hyrkas for additional details.
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Confirmation
Classes start on Wednesday, September 25th! Class time is from 6:30-7:30, please meet in the sanctuary. If you haven't already registered, or if you need a registration form, please contact Melissa (office administrator). Registration will also be available the first night of class.
SPLASH
SPLASH is for students in 5
th
or 6
th
grade and begins Wednesday September 25
th
, and will be from 6:30-7:30. Sign up the first night class meets! If you have any further questions, please contact Melissa (office administrator).
If you have any questions, or need any additional information, please contact Melissa (office administrator) at 651-462-5212, or admin@sharingchristslove.org
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Can you believe it is the middle of September already? Sunday School is halfway through our rotation of the Creation story. We are excited with the changes the Sunday is doing this year - one that all are sure to notice is the Sunday School will be sharing their
leanings
with the congregation. The first time will be Sunday, October 13.
All children ages 4 through 4th grade are welcome to attend Sunday School. Class will start 5 minutes after the 9:00 am worship service is complete and will conclude by 11:00 am. Please have your children meet in Fellowship Hall promptly after the service has ended. Parent volunteers are needed and encouraged. If you are available to volunteer, please contact Chris Clark or Katie Fetterly.
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Stop by the Welcome Center to purchase your cards or place an order (you will have the cards on Sunday, September 29)
STOCK UP ON KWIK TRIP
WITH THE BONUS!
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Saturday, September 28th
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Roseville Lutheran Church
The Saint Paul Area Synod is committed to building partnerships that are local, global, and mutually transformative. Join us for a day of relationship building and learning around the call to respond to God's amazing grace in our local and global work!
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The Sharing Shop
The Sharing Shop is a ministry that offers affordable gently-used clothing each Fall and Spring to assist with clothing needs to those in our community. Small fee per item. Referred individuals may also set up appointments throughout the year.
Fall Clothing Event 2019
Friday, Oct. 18, 9 am-12 pm & 5-7 pm
Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 am-12 pm
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Saturday, September 21
9:00 am Food Truck
Sunday, September 22
9:00 am Worship
10:00 am Sunday School
10:00 am Small Group Book Discussion
6:30 pm Adult Bible Study
Monday, September 23
6:00 pm Girl Scout Meeting
Tuesday, September 24
10:30 am Gordon Maier Funeral
7:00 pm Cub Parent's Weekly Meeting
Wednesday, September 25
1:00 pm Prayer Time in the Sanctuary
1:30 pm Adult Bible Study
6:30 pm Confirmation/SPLASH
Thursday, September 26
6:00 pm Girl Scout Meeting
Saturday, September 28
9:00 am Council Retreat
Sunday, September 29
9:00 am Worship
10:00 am Sunday School
10:00 am Small Group Book Discussion
11:00 am CPR Puppets
6:30 pm Adult Bible Study
Save the Date: Sunday, November 17 - Bake Sale.
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