ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH

651-462-5212
5879 Wyoming Trail
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Wyoming, MN 55092
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,
February 2nd

9:00 am 
Worship Service

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DON'T FORGET
If your group has an event at the church, be sure to be in  communication with the office so we have all the details and also so we can advertise in the weekly newsletter or Sunday bulletin. Please have information into the church office by Tuesday. 

Friday, January 31, 2020
FROM PASTOR SARAH
Pastor Sarah is on vacation this week.  Please check back next week for updates from her! 

CHURCH BUSINESS
2019 Giving Statements 

Please pick up your 2019 giving statement on the welcome table.  If you didn't receive a statement, or you find an error, please call Melissa (office administrator) at 651-462-5212 or email admin@sharingchristslove.org
Sundays 10:15 - 11:00 am 

No Class 2/2, 2/9 

February 16, 2020 
Dealing with Anger, using resources from the WELCA.
February 23, 2020 
Dealing with Grief, using resources from the WELCA. 
SPRING JOY
We are looking for individuals/ or a group of volunteers to coordinate our Spring Joy (similar to the Advent Joy we have previously held in December).  If you are interested please contact Pastor Sarah at pastor@sharingchristslove.org or Melissa (office admin) at admin@sharingchristslove.org or call 651-462-5212. 
CHURCH COUNCIL
Meet the 2020 Church Council -- a short bio about each council member is available, along with their contact information either on the website or to download (link below).

The January Church Council minutes are available on the  website or to  download (link below) .

On the website, you can also find past council minutes, guidelines, current forms, how to contact team leaders or the church constitution. Hard copies of the minutes are available at the Welcome Center. 

Please read so you know what's happening in your congregation!

YOUTH UPDATES
SAVE THE DATE
Wild Mountain Tubing Fundraiser
February 29th, 4-8 pm

Cost is $21 per person with $5 of each ticket sold going to the Mission Trip youth.  Bring your friends, family, and coworkers for a fun night out.
SAVE THE DATE!! 
March 6-7
Please save the date for a potential craft retreat fundraiser hosted by our youth!  More details to follow. 
Our next series of lessons will focus on Moses from birth to Exodus, leading up to Easter.

Sunday School is  in need of volunteers each week. Please consider volunteering for one or more dates.
  • Guest Readers - Each week we will have a guest reader read our bible story for the class. We encourage everyone in the congregation to come and read, even if you do not have kids in Sunday School. Volunteer here
  • Small Group Leaders - Each week we will need at least two adult volunteers to help facilitate the small groups and other activities. Volunteer here
  • Sunday School Refreshments - We would welcome a volunteer to provide a light snack for about 20 kids at the beginning of each Sunday School Class. Volunteer here
UPCOMING EVENTS
Pancake Breakfast
On February 2nd - after service, Boy Scout Troop 142 will be hosting a pancake breakfast to show their thanks for being able to use our building.  We hope you are able to join. 
Preschool Open House
February 4, 2020 -  6:00-7:30 pm 
Especially for families exploring Christian education opportunities for their little ones. Come and meet the teachers, the pastor, and see a classroom! Registration for the 2020/2021 school year opens February 1, 2020.    Click here to learn more.
Dee's 90th Birthday Celebration! 
Please join us in celebrating Dee's 90th birthday on February 9th after service! Cake and refreshments will be served, all are welcome. 

Friday, February 21
Saturday, February 22

Treat yourself to a Creation Vacation for just $40 for both Friday & Saturday while supporting our Global Missions Team.


Questions, contact Jenn at: jenn.cockburn@gmail.com or 651-295-2255
Food Truck Family Pathways
Wednesday, March 4th
11:00 am - Village Inn 
Bring a Friend!

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!

FOOD TRUCK
Saturday, February 15th

Donations can make a difference in the life of those in need. Food donations may be placed in the cart in the Narthex. Volunteers are always needed.

Click here to learn more about the Food Truck.
FINANCIAL UPDATE
Questions: Contact Council Treasurer, Chris Timmons at
treasurer@SharingChristsLove.org 


As of 01/30/2020
2020
Budgeted
2020 Received
Over / (under) Budgeted $
Year-to-Date Totals
$ 12,963.33
$ 12,422.00
$ (541.33)
SCRIP
We have restocked and have a great selection of Scrip cards to purchase. Stop by the Welcome Center to purchase or place an order. 
 
HELP US!
To ensure Scrip continues, we need everyone to participate and we need volunteers to help sell Scrip cards on Sunday mornings . Selling is easy (we have complete instructions) and only a short commitment of time. 

Click here to Help Us!
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES 
Below are opportunities for you to volunteer at church. You may click on the SignUpGenius link beside each opportunity OR you may sign up for any of these opportunities directly at church.

For more details about any of these opportunities, you may click here to go to the church website or contact the church office administrator at 651-462-5212 or admin@SharingChristsLove.org
Church Clean-Up
We need YOU to help clean our church. Written sign-up is at the welcome center table.
Altar Flowers
Altar flowers are $15/week
Written Sign-up is outside the church library
Sunday Morning Refreshments & Clean-up
Written  sign-up is at the coffee counter.
Snow Shoveling
We are looking for a list of potential volunteers to shovel snow. 
WEEK-AT-A-GLANCE
Sunday, February 2 
  9:00 am    Worship
10:00 am    Scout Pancake Breakfast
10:15 am    Adult Education Hour 
Monday, February 3
6:30 pm      Boy Scout Meeting
Tuesday, February 4
6:00 pm      Preschool Open House 
6:30 pm      Cub Scout Meeting
Wednesday, February 5
1:00 pm      Prayers for the Congregation
1:30 pm      Adult Bible Study
5:30 pm      WAM Meeting
6:30 pm      Confirmation/ SPLASH
Sunday, February 9
  9:00 am     Worship
10:00 am     Dee's 90th Birthday Party
10:00 am     Sunday School