The EpistleSt. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Gathered to Go . . .to study God's Word, Worship together; and to walk with Christ by loving, serving and nurturing all God's people where ever they are and whatever their circumstances.
THANK YOU: For all who made my 90th birthday so very special. Thanks to all who attended, to the ones that made the delicious meal. You, my friends, made my 90th a celebration. I shall remember this wonderful day. It was a joy. Thank you all, kind, special people, my dear friends in Christ. Thanks! Most Sincerely, Russ Scheel
COUNCIL MEMBERS NEEDEDAre you interested in filling one of these council/non-council positions? Please let a member of the Nominating Committee know:
Council Positions: Vice President – 3 yrsTreasurer – 3 yrsSecretary – 3 yrsYouth Rep – 1 yrParish Life – 3 yrsFinance – 3 yrsSocial Ministry – 3 yrs
Non-council position:Financial Secretary – 1 yrMemorial Committee – 3yrsAudit Committee – 2 yrs and 3 yrs.
Nominating committee: Elaine Gleason, Sallie Jensen, Adrienne Foster, Dave Nielsen, Arlene Stillwell, Carl Schadt
From Our Worship DeaconDear Everyone~As you are reading this, I hope you are enjoying the beautiful sunny days we have been having. !! If you are a summer traveler, please drive safely and enjoy your time away, but please remember to come back!
We are busy even in transition.
Our summer worship schedule continues with services at 8:00 and 10:00AM. This is done each year to help everyone have a few extra hours out in the beautiful creation that God has given us to relax, renew, and revive. The sanctuary is also cooler in the early morning! Isn't it strange, in the winter months we “grumble” because we are often “chilly” at 8:00AM and in the summer months we all appreciate that coolness! We are human indeed!
The Nominating Committee has met and will soon be asking you if you would be willing to serve on the Church Council. There are many leaving Council this September so there are many spots to fill. Even if you have been on Council in the past, you could serve again! If you have never sat on Council, maybe the time is now right. Please prayerfully consider serving when you are asked.
The Call Committee is ready and waiting for the Synod to send a candidate's name. If you are not on the Call Committee and have some thoughts, please talk to one of those serving and let your thoughts be heard. The members are: Francine Archer, Jewel Goodsell, Sherry Morse, Clem Nielsen, Deb Sitzman, and Elaine Gleason, Your opinions are important as you are a member of St. Paul's.
Mark your calendars and join together in fellowship on Sunday July 22. Chef Terry Jensen will once again light the grill and cook hot dogs for our Annual Church picnic. We will worship together at 10:00AM in the Sanctuary and then have lunch in the Christian Education room. Please sign up to bring a favorite summer treat to round out our lunch. Take time to relax and enjoy the company of your fellow church-goers.
Enjoy the summer months in God's beautiful creation. We are a blessed people! Elaine Gleason, Worship Deacon
JULY BIRTHDAYS1-Terry Carlson2-Gary McFetridge, Zac Ekdahl4 – Angie Bailey6-Andy Nissen 7-Ritchie Lent8-Les Wood10-Kristie Christensen, John Dubbs11-Phyllis Peterson 14-Derek Archer16- Freida Bachowski18 – Ellyn Hodges 19- Elizabeth Lilyea23 – Brian Cummings24-Alvin Housel25-Tom Morse, Terry Jensen29-Terry Nussbaumer30-Jeremy Jensen31-Kristine Mattison
JULY ANNIVERSARIES1 - Dave & Charlene Nielsen (46)8 - Tom & Ruth Poore (57) Charlie & Colleen Goodsell (12)12 - Dave & Jewel Goodsell (43)28-Brent & Katie Rodgers (16)29 – Brian & Karen Fitzpatrick (29)30 – Dan & Karen Malte (52)31 - Greg & Cathy Booth (42)
Memorial for Bob WadsworthCarl Schadt & Ann Terwilliger
From Our Social Ministry Deacon Dear Friends,
Lots of “behind the scenes” work has been done at St. Paul’s.
* A total of 43 hand-written invitations were sent to parishioners that we miss on Sundays.
* Sixteen pairs of shorts were sewn for little boys in Haiti. Kits with fifteen more pairs are being prepared.
* A group of concerned folks met to discuss how we can extend our opportunity to feed our local community. After talking to Sandi Perl of the Living Well, it was decided to table this plan until August. Most summer programs are in full swing and would be difficult to collaborate given the late date.
*”Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday dear Jesus! Happy Birthday to you!” We will celebrate Christmas in July on July 8th with a coffee hour celebration. We will also collect baby items for CareNet. Donations can also be made to this vital organization. CareNet provides prenatal care, testing and postnatal care for mothers and infants in need. Below are the items they need:
Baby oil, wash, shampoo
Baby powder
Infant disposable diapers
Onesies (one piece rompers)
Rattles, small infant toys
Baby bottles
Receiving blankets
Gently used items also welcome!
St. Paul’s is a generous, compassionate community. I give thanks daily for each of you.
Many thanks, Cindy Covert, Social Ministry Deacon
News from the Pews July 2018
8:00 and 10:00 AMSunday July 1 Service of the Word Lesson: I John 1:5-2:2
Following God is like walking in the light.Elaine Gleason Presiding
Sunday July 8 Service of the Word Lesson: I John 4:1-6We know we are following God when we love.Whitney Booth Presiding
Sunday July 15 Holy Communion Lesson: I John 4:7-21 God's love is active Lori Nickoloff Presiding
Sunday July 22 Holy Communion Lesson: Ruth 1:1-22 Community Sunday One Service 10:00 AM People are stronger together Rev. Jim Dugan Presiding Summer Picnic Following Service
Sunday July 29 Holy Communion Lesson: Ruth 2:1-23 When we love others, our love grows Rev. Jim Dugan Presiding
During this month we hear familiar themes of sin, light, darkness, love and community. We hear them not only in the lesson of the day, but also in the hymns chosen, the litany, the prayers, and in the words of the offering hymn. It is the hopes of the Worship and Music committee that this helps us all take a piece of the WORD home with us to carry us through the week.
Building FundMortgage with Lyons National Bank
Total Income 2018 10,928Contributions 10,925Interest
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Total Outlays 2018 12,500 Loan Interest 1,219
Principal Payments 11,281
Loan Balance (at May 31, 2018) = $46,252Savings Acnt Bal at Lyons NB = $ 8,047
Treasurer’s ReportJan 1 – May 31, 2018
Operating Account
Total Income $ 69,524Selected Items:
General Donations 50,470Facility Rental 935Building Fund 10,925
Local Hunger 1,220World Hunger 2,016Special donations 625Memorials 1,186Youth monies 108HOPE 277
Total Outlays $ 59,348
Selected Items:Employee Compensation 17,973Property (insurance, utilities, etc) 6,572Mission Commitment (Upstate NY) 7,194Mortgage payments 12,500Outreach Programs 4,536Office expenses 2,840
Church programs 1,924Supply Pastors 4,826
Net $10,176
Special Outlay – HVAC Upgrade $12,800
Special Outlays – Safe Harbor; Literacy Vol 4,000
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