January 1, 2017 Announcements
Calendar of Events
| Sunday | New Year’s Day | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | 10:00 am | Worship with Holy Communion |
| Monday | ||
| Jan 2 | Office closed | |
| Tuesday | ||
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| Wednesday | ||
| Jan 4 | 4:30 pm | Midweek classes |
| 6:00 pm | Praise Team practice | |
| Thursday | ||
| Jan 5 | 8-10 am | Kiwanis |
| Friday | |
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| Saturday | ||
| Jan 7 | 9am-3pm | Missional Lifestyle Training |
| Sunday | ||
| Jan 8 | 8:30 am | Service of the Word |
| 9:30 am | Coffee Fellowship | |
| 9:45 am | Education Hour | |
| 11:00 am | Service of the Word | |
Announcements:
Join us Saturday, January 7, to learn how to join Jesus in mission every day, sharing His love with the people whose paths we cross each day. This workshop will be led by Pastor Greg Finke, Executive Director of Dwelling 1:14, a ministry that helps congregations across North America rediscover biblical, missional discipleship. We will begin at 9:00 am and will be finished around 3:00 pm. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Please register today! The registration form is in the bulletin. Please fill it out and put in the office mailbox.
Child Care Opportunity-January 7– We have at least one family who will need childcare for the workshop on Jan 7. Therefore, we are looking for one or two people who are interested in caring for children on the 7th from 9 to 3. This will be a paid position. Contact Paul Knop to discuss further- 292-7481.
The Book to Know group will meet Feb 9 at Adele Knop’s home to discuss “Her Mother’s Hope” by Francine Rivers. Everyone is invited to read this book and join us for the discussion.
Director of Music Ministry Update- The search group for our new director has met with little success during the four month search. The group did interview one candidate. Members of the group, feel there is an opportunity to serve the Lord if the position is split into multiple positions. Thus, if the Lord moves you to consider serving, or you know of someone who has expressed an interest in serving, as Vocal Choir Director, or as Bell Choir Director, or as part-time organist, please visit with a member of the search group. It is our hope that by dividing up the duties we can find qualified and willing candidates to serve the Lord in these areas of our music ministry. If interested, email pop09@aol.com for more information. opportunity has been posted on the St. Paul website and Facebook page. share with your family, friends and on social media. “Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord” (Ephesians 5:19b)
Quilters Needs- We could still use some gently used sheets for the quilts. Please leave them in the bin marked “Quilting Supplies” under the coat rack at the east entrance. you.
The Benevolence Fund (Friends in Need) was started to act as an emergency fund to help members facing temporary financial difficulties. Currently, the fund is in need of replenishment. We invite you to consider donating to this worthy cause to help your fellow members in need.
2017 Offering Envelopes are ready for pick-up in the narthex. Please pick them up promptly.
Mark your calendar for Team Sunday February 5! Though we may cheer for different teams every day, we can all agree we are on God’s Team. All you have to do to participate is wear your favorite team colors or a St. Paul shirt.
Conversational Dinners…”Caroling Thru the 80’s was fun for everyone…thank you to Carol and Keith Folkmann for welcoming us all to their festive home, and to all our hardy carolers who braved the cold temperatures and to those we sang to, as they warmed our hearts. Next we will meet on January 15th at 6:00 for our “Soup”er 90’s evening. of all kinds will be on the menu. night could be “chili” but don’t let that turn you into a couch “potato” and just “veg” out…don’t be “chicken”, come out and be part of the 90’s fun. If you would like to host in January, contact Drue or Ellen Sander.
Un-Deck the Halls- We will be taking down the Christmas tree and all the decorations on Saturday, January 14th around 8:30 or 9:00 or whenever you can come in the morning to help. If you cannot come on Saturday, there are some items that can be taken down before Saturday the 14th.This would make less work for Saturday morning. Please let me know if you would like to work on something before Saturday morning, January 14. Just send me an email at japeter@iastate.edu or call me at 450-4039.
January LYF Event We are going to Spinning Wheels Skating Rink in Ogden to go roller skating on Sunday, January 15. have children at church at 1:15pm and pick up children at 4:45pm at church. We are looking for volunteers to drive the youth to and from. Parents are more than willing to come and watch. (You don’t have to pay if you are just watching) St. Paul will pay for the skating, but you will need your own money for concession stand items. Also, don’t forget your socks (you will need socks to skate). Permission forms are due Wednesday, January 11th.
