Church Bulletin Announcements

September 30, 2022

In every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

Homebound

  • Doris Appold
  • Dorine Auernhammer
  • Gwen Bakus
  • Vera Begick
  • Jon Ittner
  • Mike & Karen Kusch
  • Margaret Meyer
  • Irene Neumeyer 
  • Julie Roark
  • RoseAnne Schmidt
  • Roy Schwab
  • Anna Spielhaupter
  • Tim Wegener
  • Frank & Carol Wozniak


Special

  • Dean Bass
  • Wyatt Crouse (Dan Bourdow’s grandson)
  • Larry Daly (Denise Daly's father; cancer)
  • Dave Foster
  • Debbie Kahihikolo (Denise Daly's sister)
  • Connie Makl (Jeremy Warren's aunt)
  • Irene Neumeyer (Sheffield Place)
  • Jack Robinson (Jan Kinney's grandson; leukemia)
  • Dave Sherry (cancer)
  • Doris Appold
  • Herb Appold
  • Marie Hendrick 
  • John Ittner
  • Mary Ghosh (Schlicker relative; cancer)
  • Janet Hoerauf
  • Larry Kramer

This Week's Members

  • Scott Appold
  • Lyle & Barbara Behmlander
  • Paige Clauss
  • Scott & Cheryl Engelhardt 
  • Kennedi Hardy
  • Paul, Kristen, Natalie & Matthew Kernstock
  • Matthew, Allison & Natalie List
  • John & Nannette Neumeyer
  • Brian & Mieka Rueger
  • Anna Spielhaupter
  • Janice Whyte

Sunday, October 2

Worship with Communion 8 a.m.

Bible Study 9:15 a.m.

Worship with Communion 10:30 a.m.

Potluck 12:00 p.m.

Sunday Night Youth Group 5-7 p.m.


Monday, October 3

Ladies Aid 7:00 p.m.


Tuesday, October 4

Choir 6;00 p.m.

Bell Choir 7:00 p.m. 

Elders Mtg. 7:00 p.m.


Thursday, October 6

Board of Education Mtg 6:00 p.m.


Sunday, October 9

Worship with Communion 8 a.m.

Bible Study 9:15 a.m.

Worship with Communion 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Night Youth Group 5-7 p.m.


Communion Statement

The Lord's Supper is celebrated here in the confession and glad confidence that our Lord, as He says, gives not only bread and wine, but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sin. In joyful obedience to the clear teaching of our Lord Jesus those are invited to His table who trust His words, repent of all sin, and set aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us. They show forth His death until He comes. Because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and so are unable to receive the Sacrament are invited to meditate on God's Word in the distribution hymns and pray for the day when divisions will have ceased. If you wish to receive communion in your pew, please inform an usher.


Church Attendance

Last Sunday - 318 (211, 107)


Altar Flowers

The altar flowers this Sunday are in honor of Shirley Schwab's birthday on October 1st, from her family. 


The Lutheran Hour

Sundays at 8:30 a.m. on WSAM 1400 AM

Donations mail to: Saginaw Valley Lutheran Hour; P.O. Box 133; Frankenmuth, MI 48734


Daily Bible Readings

October 2 - 2Corinthians 2

October 3 - 2Corinthians 3

October 4 - Psalms 108-109

October 5 - 2Corinthians 4

October 6 - 2Corinthians 5

October 7 - Psalms 110-111

October 8 - 2Corinthians 6

Pastor Appreciation Month

From the St. Paul Elders: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. And we certainly appreciate Pastor Matyas and praise God for the way he continues to serve the Church and our St. Paul family. We also thank God for the work of David Schultz, our Director of Family Life Ministries (and soon to be pastor), who has also shown himself to be integral in the work of the pastoral ministry being done at St. Paul. Please pray for them and thank them when you see them. As always, the best way to show your appreciation is by being involved in worship and Bible study and inviting others to do the same (and maybe even laugh at their jokes once in a while). Praise God for the ways we are blessed here at St. Paul!


Stewardship - An Act of Faith

Luke 17:10 – “So you also, when you have done all that you were commanded, say, ‘We are unworthy servants; we have only done what was our duty.’ ” We can never put God in our debt. Even if we lived in perfect compliance with the Law, we would still only be unworthy servants. Our giving to the Lord’s work in the Church is a sign that we recognize our role as servants. Furthermore, we give because we recognize our own need for that work of the Lord in the Church. And what a blessing it is to give to the Church so that the ministry of His Word and Sacraments may reach all in community.


2022 Church Directory

Please Help Keep the Church Records Updated!

The 2022 phone directory of St. Paul members will be printed this fall. Please take a moment to review your contact information that was printed last year in the 2021 phone directory. If information is outdated, please provide updates and/or changes as needed (e.g. new address(es), new email, new contact numbers, new family members added, family members who have moved away, etc.). Please email all updates to the office at office@stpaulbaycity.org


Fellowship Potluck this Sunday, October 2 at Noon

Please make plans to attend the next fellowship potluck on Sunday, October 2 at noon in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring a dish to pass. We look forward to seeing you there!


Sunday School Recognizes Perfect Attendance

Congratulations to the following students who have had perfect Sunday School attendance for September: Charles Begick, Evelyn Burnison, Olivia Burnison, Beckem Carroll, Adelynn Dent, David Dent, Hunter Duffey, Sophia Gettel, Amelia Gettel, Margaret Gurnee, Russell Gurnee, Vincent Gurnee, Jane Helmreich, Noah Helmreich, Isaac Hendrick, Brenna King, Jacob King, Abigail Matyas, Isaac Matyas, Ethan Matyas, Olivia Matyas, Espen Schlicker, Norah Schlicker, Ella Wills.


This Sunday is LWML Sunday

Lutheran Women in Mission praise the Lord for opportunities to share His message and love with people in all walks of life throughout our community and the world. This Sunday, the LWML {Friendship Circle) invites you to join us in celebrating the joy of serving the Lord with gladness. Together, we will be collecting mites every 1st Sunday of the month to help with the many projects that LWML supports. Look for the big mite box which will be located in the back of church the first Sunday of each month. We invite you to learn more about the mission and ministry of the LWML by asking an LWML member or going to the LWML website, www.lwml.org. Thank you for supporting the LWML through your mites and prayers.


St. Paul PTO Dry Dock Fundraiser

Join us at our upcoming Dry Dock Fundraiser, Downtown Bay City on

October 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th. 

Volunteer to help at the event by clicking here.

Click here to read the Drydock Q & A.


School Cafeteria Kid Assistant Volunteers

The St. Paul School Kitchen is looking for Cafeteria Kid Assistant Volunteers. Volunteers should arrive at 11:00 am and will be done by 12:30 pm. Duties include helping students with navigating the cafeteria procedures, cleaning tables between groups, and assisting students with opening food or drink containers. If interested, please check out the First Quarter Sign Up Genius here or contact the School Office at 989.684.4450. Only one volunteer is needed each day. Thanks for serving our school community!


JOY (Joyful Older Youth) Outing Cancelled

Unfortunately the upcoming JOY outing has been cancelled. 


Youth Group Coat Drive

Cold weather is upon us once again, so the Youth Group will be having a coat drive. The coats will be going to Foster Families at Wellspring. New or clean gently used coats, hats and gloves are appreciated. Gift cards and cash are also welcome. The boxes will be in church and the ministry center October 9th - October 30. 


Women's Fall Day Retreat

Lay Your Burden Down

How do you take a small next step following Jesus without carrying the burden of being a good Christian, or good woman, or good mom, or friend, or wife, or ... ? How can you see discipleship as a series of mini-adventures with the Holy Spirit, covered by a relationship of mutual delight with your heavenly Father? Join singer/songwriter Brooke Orozco and award-winning author Justin Rossow as they help you pause, refresh, and reset.


Date: Saturday, October 22, 2022

Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Location: St Paul Ministry Center at St Paul Lutheran Church in Bay City

Cost: $50 (includes a catered lunch)

Early Registration Discount: $40 if paid in full by October 2nd

Registration and fellowship will begin at 8:30am. A light breakfast will be available.


To register, you can stop in the back of church or the ministry center at the end of each church service over the next several weeks, stop by or call the Church Office at 989-684-4450.


Registration deadline is October 16th!


Almost Time for Trunk-or-Treat!

Join us Friday, October 28th from 6-7pm, at the school parking lot and playground for trick-or-treating! Come host a treat trunk and enjoy the buzz of costumed kid excitement while hanging out with some of your favorite people!

The event will be all outdoors again this year. Light snacks and drinks will be available. *Rain date: Saturday, Oct 29th, 1-2pm.

Treat trunks: Please plan for around 150 kids, although we may have more. Register with Katie to make sure you are updated in case of inclement weather. Text 989.225.3532 or email squaretangle@gmail.com


Scholastic Book Fair – Save the Date!

Mark your calendar! St. Paul’s Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the gym on October 24th through October 28th. All sales earn free books for our school! Over the last three years, St. Paul’s Scholastic Book Fair has earned $4,800 in free books and resources. An additional 175 new Scholastic books were purchased from the fair by our St. Paul families to be donated to classrooms and our library. YOU can be a part of this year’s success! Consider partnering with St. Paul by shopping at the Book Fair or donating in support of our classrooms and library. For more information, contact Kristen Glasser: 989-529-2962

Wanted: New or Gently Used Shoes!

The Poland & Alaska Mission trips will be collecting new & gently used shoes over the next few months as a fundraiser for the trips. Boots, tennis shoes, soccer cleats, dress shoes, sandals, slippers, kids, men's & women's! The only restrictions are ice skates and ski boots. All we need is for them to be cleanish with no holes. Please tie the laces together or buckle the shoes together (rubber bands will also be available to attach shoe pairs). We will be collecting through the first Sunday in December! These shoes are then used to help 3rd world countries establish sustainable business. There will be a tote at the back of church for the shoes to be put in. Contact Heidi Schultz or Lisa Stanley if you have questions.


Valley Vision

The September issue of the VLHS Valley Vision is available here.


Valley Lutheran Information Night

Valley Lutheran invites current 7th and 8th graders and their parents to our Fall Information Night, a station-based, one-hour, on-the-move opportunity to experience Valley Lutheran! Hear how Valley is a place students prepare, belong, and excel! Arrivals begin at 6 p.m. on Monday, October 24 with the last tour beginning at 7:00 p.m. Please let us know you're coming and choose your arrival time by clicking here. Contact Director of Communications & Admissions Amy Cooper at acooper@vlhs.com or 989-790-1676 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!


VLHS Booster Club’s 2022 Fruit Sale Fundraiser

The Valley Lutheran Booster Club’s 2022 Fruit Sale Fundraiser, which benefits athletics, drama, music and many other activities at Valley Lutheran High School, begins October 5 and runs through November 9, 2022. Fruit is passed out Saturday, December 3rd at Valley from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 20lb. boxes are $39, 40lb. boxes are $51, 10lb. Carton of Florida Mandarins are $35, and a mixed carton is $39. All fruit is guaranteed. For more information, please call Valley Lutheran at 790-1676, fax 790-1680, or Bill Ankoviak 781-5796 home. If you prefer not to purchase fruit, donations are gladly accepted by the Boosters.


Lutheran Special Education Ministries

Lutheran Special Education Ministries is looking for a part-time resource room teacher position at Faith Lutheran School in Bay City, MI.  Applicants must hold a current Michigan Teaching License and have a special education certification/endorsement. 

Interested applicants looking for more information or wishing to submit a resume are asked to contact Richard Schumacher at (734)748-5253 or email him at rschumacher@luthsped.org


Zion Auburn Smorgasbord

The Ladies of Zion Lutheran Church of Auburn will be having a take-out only Smorgasbord Dinner and Country Store on Sunday, October 2, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the churches school located at Eleven Mile and Seidler Roads northwest of Auburn. The take out meal price is $12 per take-out. The Country Store be open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and feature Christmas items, sweethearts, plants, home-grown produce, candy, baked goods and hand crafted-items.


German Worship Service – Oct. 9th    

On Sunday, October 9th, St. Lorenz’s monthly German worship service will be held at 11:00 am in the Church - 1030 W. Tuscola Rd., Frankenmuth. As we anticipate celebrating the 505th anniversary of the Reformation, we praise God for the faith strengthening work of Martin Luther that continues to positively impact our faith walk today. The service features German liturgy and an English sermon by Pastor Bill Hoesman based on John 8:31-32. Jordan Maurer will sing a solo and the congregation will join in singing favorite hymns: „ Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier“ (Blessed Jesus, at Thy Word), “Erhalt uns, Herr, bei deinem Wort” (Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in They Word), “Ein feste Burg is unser Gott” (A Mighty Fortress Is Our God) and „Herr Gott, erhalt uns für und für “(Lord Help Us Ever to Retain).  


The next German worship service will be Nov.13th, 2022. Please join us as we praise God for the remarkable work of Martin Luther!

Old Testament Reading

Habakkuk 1:1–4; 2:1–4

The oracle that Habakkuk the prophet saw.

O LORD, how long shall I cry for help,

and you will not hear?

Or cry to you “Violence!”

and you will not save?

Why do you make me see iniquity,

and why do you idly look at wrong?

Destruction and violence are before me;

strife and contention arise.

So the law is paralyzed,

and justice never goes forth.

For the wicked surround the righteous;

so justice goes forth perverted.

I will take my stand at my watchpost

and station myself on the tower,

and look out to see what he will say to me,

and what I will answer concerning my complaint.

And the LORD answered me:

“Write the vision;

make it plain on tablets,

so he may run who reads it.

For still the vision awaits its appointed time;

it hastens to the end—it will not lie.

If it seems slow, wait for it;

it will surely come; it will not delay.

“Behold, his soul is puffed up; it is not upright within him,

but the righteous shall live by his faith.”


Epistle

2 Timothy 1:1–14

Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God according to the promise of the life that is in Christ Jesus, To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well. For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began, and which now has been manifested through the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel, for which I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher, which is why I suffer as I do. But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that Day what has been entrusted to me. Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. By the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, guard the good deposit entrusted to you.


Holy Gospel

Luke 17:1–10

[Jesus] said to his disciples, “Temptations to sin are sure to come, but woe to the one through whom they come! It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the sea than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin. Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him, and if he sins against you seven times in the day, and turns to you seven times, saying, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him.” The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” And the Lord said, “If you had faith like a grain of mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you. “Will any one of you who has a servant plowing or keeping sheep say to him when he has come in from the field, ‘Come at once and recline at table’? Will he not rather say to him, ‘Prepare supper for me, and dress properly, and serve me while I eat and drink, and afterward you will eat and drink’? Does he thank the servant because he did what was commanded? So you also, when you have done all that you were commanded, say, ‘We are unworthy servants; we have only done what was our duty.’”


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