Privacy laws prevent hospitals from automatically in-forming churches of members admitted. You can eas-ily notify our pastoral care staff of a hospitalization: 563-326-3547 x211 or becky@stpaulqc.org.

Our hospitalized: (*released as of Oct. 13)

*Judy Claussen Lyle Peterson Delaine Prichard

staff connectionsOctober 22 & 23 - Pentecost 23

Preaching:All services Katy Warren

Worship notes:

8:00 St. Paul Quartet9:20 am 3rd grade Bible blessing, Youth Choir, Augustana Low Brass ChoirCommunion served at all services

Readings: Jeremiah 14: 7-10, 19-22; 2 Timothy 4: 6-8, 16-18; Luke 18: 9-14

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PASTORSPeter W. Marty Senior pastorSara Olson-Smith Associate pastorKaty Warren Associate pastorAmy Diller Pastor in residencyRon Huber Visitation pastor

COMMUNICATIONSAnn McGlynn Director of communicationLauren Brown Artistic directorBecky Harper Adm. asst. to sr. pastor Karen Holden Book Corner managerAllison Adams Communications intern

OPERATIONSTodd Byerly Operations directorPaula Durham Business managerJennifer Garvey ReceptionistTessa Hahn Business office assistantMarcia Robertson Stewardship coordinatorHarris Schneekloth Campus supervisorMatt Spencer Custodial managerJim Akright Custodial/MaintenancePaul Caldwell Weekend hostRon Mullen Weekend hostJoe Wollett Evening hostRick Ybarra Outdoor host

LEARNINGRyan Bailey Director of faith formationJoanna Roland Preschool & kids’ learningAndy Langdon Director of youth ministriesMichelle Juehring Children & family lifeDana Welser Neighborhood schoolsTammy Hermanson Residency administratorTeresa Whitbeck Childcare coordinator

MUSICChris Nelson Director of music ministriesBill Campbell Contemporary musicLinda Allebach Assistant organist Nathan Windt Chorale director Dan Pepper Youth choir directorSara Harless Children’s choir director Rosita Tendall Children’s choir directorMargaret Thompson Children’s choir director

2136 Brady Street

Davenport, IA 52803

563.326.3547

www.stpaulqc.org

October 22 & 23, 2016

today at st. paul

8:45am Preschool5pm Going Deeper6:30pm Financial Peace University

MONDAY, OCT. 24

6:45am Early morning book group8:45am Preschool/gourd hunt12noon Preschool staff meeting1:30pm Madison Market Place7pm Mental health panel: support for families

TUESDAY, OCT. 25

8:45am Preschool9am Moms’ Morning

FRIDAY, OCT. 28

8am Worship9am Book Corner open9:20am Worship10:45am Sunday morning learning/adults10:45am Family Bible study10:45am Walking the Grief Journey11am New members gather11:45am Worship6:30pm High school small groups7:15pm Sunday Night Live

SUNDAY, OCT. 30

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 268:45am Preschool/gourd hunt9:30am Staff meeting2pm Blood donor day6pm All choirs rehearse6pm Adult Children of Alcoholics6:30pm 678 Night

October 29 & 30 - Pentecost 24

Preaching:5:30/8/9:20 Sara Olson-Smith11:45 Katy Warren

Worship notes:9:20 am ChoraleCommunion served at all services

Readings: Isaiah 1: 10-18; 2 Thessalonians 1: 1-4, 11-12; Luke 19: 1-10

Printed copies of the Open Spirit service

order are available at the usher’s station.

THURSDAY, OCT. 27

8:45am Preschool9:30am Heart.Soul.Mind. Bible study5:15pm WELCA Bible study prep6pm NAMI Family-to-Family6pm Centering Prayer6:30pm Open Spirit ensemble practice

A LIFE OF HUMILITY

The Bible has a fair amount to say about living a life of humility. “Pride goes be-fore the fall,” is the quip from the book of Proverbs. “Walk humbly with God,” the prophet Micah reminds us. We hear a lot about the importance of being humble, but not much about how to actually go about doing so.

Perhaps a good first step toward humil-ity is to admit our own shortfalls. Simply put: every one of us is far from perfect. So, we try to cultivate enough humility to ask God for forgiveness, for grace, for the opportunity to make our tomorrows better than our todays. It’s one reason we often begin our worship with con-fession. In the words of St. Augustine, “If you plan to build a tall house of virtues, you must first lay deep foundations of humility.”

SATURDAY, OCT. 2910am Habitat for Humanity staff meeting2pm So All May Eat meal prep5pm So All May Eat meal serving5:30pm Worship

With sympathy: Lee & Julia Marbach, his grandfather Jack Marbach

BLOOD DONOR DAY

Give the gift of life. Blood donation is a simple process that takes about 45 minutes to one hour. Twice a year, St. Paul people roll up their sleeves and help others who are undergoing cancer treatment, heart surgery, an organ transplant, joint replacement, or who have endured a physical trauma, such as a car crash. After giving, enjoy conversations and a homemade snack.

The Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center collects approxi-mately 200,000 donations a year at 4,900 mobile blood drives throughout the Midwest.

What is needed to give?

• An identification card or Donor ID.• Tobeingoodhealth.• Weighatleast110pounds.• Beatleast17yearsold(or16yearsoldwithasignedparental consent form).

Time slotsareavailablefrom2-6p.m.Signuponlineatstpaulqc.org/signups. Questions? Contact Pastor Sara Olson-Smith, sara@stpaulqc.org,563-326-3547ext.248.

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2-6 p.m.,Fellowship Hall

Today, Sunday, Oct. 23, 5-7 p.m.It’s the annual orange-and-black frivolity at St. Paul for the whole family. Gather for a simple meal, a short worship service, treating, games, and a parking lot dance party! For more info contact Michelle Juehring, michelle@stpaulqc.org, 326-3547 ext. 227.

DISCOVER & CONNECT

SUNDAY MORNING FELLOWSHIP: Please join others for coffee, doughnuts, juice, and conversation in the gathering areas on the main level.

A BLUE BOOK, “Welcome to St. Paul,” is situated in every pew near the aisle seat. Please take a moment to share your name and pass the book. As it returns to you, glance at other names and look for your chance to greet one another after worship. The warmth of your greeting can brighten the whole day.

NURSERY: We believe children belong in worship. But if your child needs a break, please assist other worshipers and seek out our staffed nursery in the “Kid’s Corner” in the Library Commons. Silent pagers available. For nursing moms, a designated room is available to you, just 20 feet left of the elevator.

CHILDREN: Children’s messages are a part of our Sunday services at 9:20 and 11:45 a.m. Special bul-letins are available from an usher. Worship bags for children are at entrances to the Sanctuary.

COMMUNION: The Lord’s Table is open to believers of all Christian traditions.Adults and children who do not commune are invited to come forward, crossing arms upon the chest for a blessing. Communion is distributed by a practice called intinction; please touch your wafer lightly to the wine. Gluten-free wafers are available at all sta-tions. Grape juice is available on Sundays in the pot-tery chalice at the station furthest left.

FAITH RESOURCES: A library and the nonprofit Book Corner on the main level provide wonderful re-sources for growing your faith. Check them out.

MEMBERSHIP: A one-session Membership Inquiry Class is offered once each month for those interested in exploring what membership at St. Paul involves. The next opportunity will be on Monday, Nov. 14, 6:30-9 p.m. OR Thursday, Dec. 8, 6:30-9 p.m. Childcare is available on request. Sign up online at stpaulqc.org/signups, at the Info Center, or call 326-3547.

OF SPECIAL NOTEA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC TRIP interestmeetingissetfortoday,Oct.23,10:45a.m.,in the Church House Diving Room. This week-long service learn-ingtriptoDoulosDiscoverySchoolMarch11-18,2017,willimmerseyouinthecultureoftheDominicanRepublic.DoulosisaPreK-12expeditionarylearning school, focused on quality education that cultivates leadership and serviceamongstudentsintheDominicanRepublic.Approximatecost:$1,300. Amy Sivertsen, amysivertsen@gmail.com

HOLY BAPTISM: Two children step into the embrace of the Christian faith throughholybaptismatour11:45a.m.worshipservicethisweekend:BennettBiscoe, son of Larissa and David Biscoe, and Gavin Kinzenbaw, son of Andrea and Rob Kinzenbaw. We welcome them into the Lord’s family.

KIDS’ BAGS CREW: The kids’ bags at St. Paul help keep kiddos’ hands and minds occupied during worship. A crew of two to four is needed to help maintain the bags. On a flexible schedule, these volunteers visit St. Paul once or twice a month for a couple of hours to make sure the crayons are stocked, the small toys are in shape, and coloring pages are fresh. Interested in helping? Contact:MichelleJuehring,michelle@stpaulqc.org.

CONTINUED WORK ON BRADY STREET: The St. Paul parking lots, High Street, and Pleasant Street will not be accessible from Brady Street while construction crews continue their work, now set to last through the end of October. Lombard and Locust streets will be open from Brady Street. St. Paul people should use Main Street to access St. Paul parking until the project is complete.

AIMING TO BE A GENEROUS CHURCH: Were you aware that St. Paul Lu-theranChurchisgivingawayalmost22percentofitsofferingdollars(overhalf a million dollars) in this calendar year? To learn more about first fruits giving and our ministry budget, stop at the Info Center and pick up a copy of the Pledging for St. Paul Daily Ministry brochure.

youth 678 NIGHT:Wednesday,Oct.26,6:30-8p.m., in the Library Commons. Crazy games, fun fellowship, and great Bible study–justforstudentsin6th,7th,and8thgrades.Free!Signupbyshowing!Andy Langdon, andy@stpaulqc.org

families FAMILY BIBLE STUDY: With songs, skits, activities, and a game, come on Sunday,Oct.30,toFellowshipHalldur-ingthelearninghour,10:45-11:30a.m.to listen and interact with lessons about the Reformation. Kids and families will understand that Martin Luther stood up what he believed in, that God’s grace is a gift that means we don’t have to earn our way to heaven, and that we can know God by reading the Bible. Bring your Bibles!ThisisinplaceofregularSundayschool for children and youth, kids age second grade are encouraged to bring an older sibling or adult.

adults MENTAL HEALTH PANEL:Familymembers from the National Alliance on MentalIllnessprogram“FamilytoFami-ly” will provide a panel discussion on the importance of education and support for families when a loved one experiences a mental illness. This presentation will be onTuesday,Oct.25,7p.m.,sponsoredby the St. Paul Mental Awareness Team. Attendeeswillhearaboutthe“FamilytoFamily”courseandhavetheopportunityto ask questions about mental health recovery and NAMI programs. Marla Brundies, mbrundies@hotmail.com

PRIME TIME PROGRESSIVE DINNER: PrimeTime,forfolkswhoare60/70or

thereabouts, single or married, gathers for a progressive dinner on Sunday, Nov.6,4-8:45p.m.inhomesaroundtheQuadCityarea.$3/person.SignupattheInfoCenterbyWednesday,Oct.26.Appetizer and dinner hosts are needed. Ronda Bird, 349-3144

WOMEN OF THE ELCA: All women of St. Paul are invited for fellowship, Bible study, and service to others. Circle meet-ingdates/times,onsiteandoffsite:Anna (day):Nov.7,12:30p.m.(KristyFuller’shome); Anna(evening):Nov.1,6:30p.m.(VictoriaMiller’shome);Dorcas:Nov.1,9:15a.m.(St.Paul);Lydia:Nov.7,9:15a.m.(MaureenAhrens’home);Ruth:Nov.3,12:30p.m.(MargeMag-ers’ home); Sarah:Nov.1,1:30p.m.(St.Paul). Cindy Bleich, 355-4850; Karin Hanson, 528-2064, tkmax2502@gmail.com

MOMS’ MORNING:Friendshipsformwhen mothers of young children get together. Moms’ Morning is a gathering that celebrates parenthood with laughter, prayer, and mutual support. Childcare is provided.GathereveryFriday,9-10:30a.m., in the Church House Living Room. Sara Harless, saramharless@gmail.com

CENTERING PRAYER: Thursdays,6–7p.m.,UpperLevelRoom203.Practicean ancient prayer form in which you will experience God’s presence within. Centering prayer does not replace other kinds of prayer, but is a discipline that allows a person to move beyond conver-sation to resting in God and communion with Christ. Dick Jensen, rrjensen65@gmail.com

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY: FirstandthirdWednesdays,6:15-7:15p.m.,nextgath-ering Nov. 2. Gather together for a time offellowshipandstudy.Meetinthe129House on the St. Paul campus, corner of Lombard and Main Streets, Jeff Keller, jeff.keller1964@gmail.com

THIS SUNDAYLEARNING FOR KIDS & YOUTH (10:45-11:30 AM)

▶ Ages3&Pre-K:MainLevel▶ GradesK-2:UpperLevel,FriendshipHall▶ Grades3-5:LowerLevel,Commonsarea▶ Grades6-12:LowerLevel,YouthRooms

SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE (SNL), GRADES 9-12 (7:15-8:30 p.m.)SNL gathers every Sunday night at St. Paul. It’s a strong framework for high school youth to live, grow, and serve joyfully. It’s also a fun place to get recharged before school on Monday morning. Andy Lang-don, andy@stpaulqc.org, 326-3547 x228

LEARNING FOR ADULTS (10:45-11:30 AM)

▶ My neighbor is a Muslim - Islamic State: InJune2014,theter-rorist organization known as the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, or ISIS, declared a new state in its occupied territories in the Middle East. The overwhelming majority of Muslims reject ISIS’s claim, but misunderstandings about what sort of govern-ment Islam encourages still prevail in the West. Ryan Bailey, director of faith formation. In the Chapel.

▶ Medicare 101: Part A, Part B, prescription drug plans, and the list goes on - Medicare can be overwhelming. Make sense of Medicare with St. Paul member Irene Hanssen. In the Luther Loft.

▶ The word for today - Mercy: In this weekly Bible study, consider passages of scripture in light of current circumstances, listening carefully for God’s living word for us today. Led by Pastor Amy Diller.InRoom208.

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NEXT SUNDAY▶ My neighbor is a Muslim - Imam Saad Baig: In the Chapel.▶ Family Bible Study: InFellowshipHall.

Walking the Grief JourneySundays, Oct. 23-Nov. 20, 10:45-11:30 a.m., Church House Living RoomA supportive, compassionate series for those who have experienced the recent loss of a loved one. Explore and discover new strength for a hopeful future.Contact:PastorSaraOlson-Smith,sara@stpaulqc.org.

NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUPSaturday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m.-12 noon

Grab a picker-upper and help pick up the St. Paul neighborhood. Supplies and snacks will be provided for this environmentally and community-minded crew.

Contact: Jules Irish, julesi@mchsi.com