November 22, 2015 Announcements

Calendar of Events

Announcements:

Reminder– on Sunday, Nov 29 there will only be one worship service at 10:00 am.

Reminder– Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service will be Nov 25 at 7:00 pm. (No midweek classes this day.)

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday this week, announcements will be due in the office by 9:00 am on Wednesday, Nov 25th.

If you are leaving town for the winter, please let the office know your winter address so we can send the Epistle and other mailings to you.

Today is Mite Box Sunday. Please help the LWML reach their new Mite goal of $2,000,000 by dropping your extra coins or bills in the large Mite box. All those extra coins and bills are very much appreciated. Thanks.

A note about the printed bulletins: Sometimes due to spacing we are unable to increase the font size of some of the songs in the printed bulletins. We hope the screens are helpful to you if you find the print too small in the bulletin.

The Human Care Board wishes to express their appreciation for all members of the congregation who supported the HOPE Gift Market. generosity shares the love of Jesus in so many wonderful ways! If you were unable to attend the Market and would like to contribute, there are forms on the table in the narthex. fill one out, attach your check, and place in the Human Care mailbox in the west cost room. Cut off for contributing to the Market is the last Sunday in November – November 29th. God’s blessings to all of you, St. Paul Human Care Board

Sunday, November 29 will be “Decorate for Christmas” at 1:30 or whenever you can come and join in the fun.This is a special time of the year for all of us and what a great way to start out the season to take time to help prepare our hearts and the church area. The more that help, means more fun and less work then just a few can do. See the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.

The 2016 offering envelopes are ready for you to pick up in the hallway. Let’s see how fast we can get them distributed.

We still have some St. Paul Logo jackets available in limited sizes. If you are interested talk to Ron Coy. They are still $10.

It’s Soup and Sweets! Wednesday, Dec. 2nd, is our annual SOUP & SWEETS supper at 6:00 p.m. with Advent service following at 7:00 p.m.Please sign up today to help out and to bring soup or sweets, etc. Have food in the kitchen by 5:45 p.m.Thank you.

The Human Care Board is collecting warm hats and gloves, as well as socks, for needy men, women, and children. You may place your donations in the labeled bin in the east coat area. Thank you!

We’re Making a Joyful Noise….the Bible speaks of choirs of angels and heavenly hosts caroling, proclaiming God’s kingdom and the Bible also says “make a joyful noise”. On December 12th, “Those joyful noise makers”, the St. Paul Conversational Dinner participants, want to come and sing carols to you.   If you would like us to stop by your home or apartment, please contact the St. Paul Office or Ellen Sander (292-3574 or druellen@hotmail.com). We’ll sing to you soon!  

Do you have a passion for wellness? If so, we need your help. Our health insurance provider has asked LCMS participating employers to appoint a “wellness champion”. If you have any interest or questions, please contact Drue Sander (292-3574) for more information. Beside the benefits of better health and wellness to individuals, participation in this program will also allow us to help control our health insurance cost in the years ahead. Thanks for your consideration.

Order your Poinsettia today! Place the completed form and your check for $9.00 in the office mailbox.

December Conversational Dinner, December 12th….Are you ready for some Caroling???  But first a quick moment to Praise our November host couples, Dennis and Karen Griffin, Mark and Janelle Swenson, and Bud and Thelma Voetberg.   Thank you for making it a delightful evening for everyone. Now back to the game. According to our game plan, it is half time, meaning we are half way through our CD year and we have a great one planned. It is the Battle of Nice vs Naughty!!!   The Nice band takes the field at 5:30, caroling all the way, their formations will travel through Ames, leaving Christmas carols in their wake…After that the Naughty band will be waiting for us when we return, anticipating the delicious treats and goodies on the sideline. Now is the time to get your name on the roster, give us a call or e-mail if you ARE or ARE NOT planning to join us. See you on       Saturday, December 12th.

FAMILY SERVICE POTLUCK: On December 10th at noon, Family Service will be hosting their Christmas potluck. All women of St. Paul are invited to attend. If you are able to make it, contact Irene Holthaus at 232-1771 or Geri Schulz at 382-2800 by December 7th.No need to bring any food — it will be provided, but do bring a wrapped gift for a bingo prize (no more than $5).