Weekend of January 31-February 1, 2015 Preacher: Pastor Danny Tutwiler Readings: Deuteronomy 18:15-20, 10, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Mark 1:21-28 Palms for Ashes Please bring your palms from last year to church next weekend. We will burn them and use them for the Ash Wednesday services on February 18th. There will be a bin in the narthex for you to place them in. Called home to Heaven January 24, 2015 James A. Stevens Join us downstairs for a coffee fellowship before the Education Hour begins at 9:30am Is God calling YOU to help serve those in need? Our next servant event at our local homeless shelter Is the weekend of February 14-15, 2015. Please consider signing up and getting involved in this rewarding ministry! Immediate position open for Cemetery Sexton (caretaker). Stop by the church office for a job description disclosure handout or call Omer Horton for more information at 630-947-3993.
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Weekend of January 31-February 1, 2015
Preacher: Pastor Danny Tutwiler
Readings: Deuteronomy 18:15-20, 10, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Mark 1:21-28
Palms for Ashes
Please bring your palms from last year
to church next weekend.
We will burn them and use them for the
Ash Wednesday services on February 18th.
There will be a bin in the narthex for you to place them in.
Called home to Heaven January 24, 2015
James A. Stevens
Join us downstairs for a coffee fellowship before the
Education Hour begins at 9:30am
Is God cal l ing YOU to he lp serve those in need? Our next servant event at our local homeless shelter
Is the weekend of February 14-15, 2015.
Please consider signing up and getting involved in this rewarding ministry!
Immediate position open for Cemetery Sexton (caretaker).
Stop by the church office for a job description disclosure handout
or call Omer Horton for more information at 630-947-3993.
C h u r c h N e w s & U p c o m i n g E v e n t s
LADIES, YOU ARE INVITED TO REGISTER FOR THE SATURDAY, MARCH 14 – HEARTS AT HOME “WOW MOM: UNLEASH YOUR SUPERPOWER” WOMEN’S CONFERENCE IN NORMAL, IL
Details: Cost to register is $98. Register yourself at http://heartsathome.org/index.php/events/national-
2015 and click on the far right “REGISTER SATURDAY” button BY NO LATER THAN 2/18/15.
Departing St. Paul’s campus sharply at 6:00 am. The group driving down will need to be in Normal by 8:00 am so that packets can be picked up. The main session begins at 8:30 am.
Contact Janelle Neuhaus if you planning on roadtripping to this event. Janelle’s home # is 630-897-7324 and her email is [email protected].
HESED HOUSE SERVANT EVENT Our next servant event at our local homeless shelter will be February 14-15. If you are able to donate food or time, please sign up at the Welcome Center in the Ministry Opportunities Book under the Hesed House tab. Monetary donations are also accepted. Since one of the items we will be serving for dinner will be sloppy joes, we are looking for volunteers/donors to cook ahead and freeze 5-10 pounds of sloppy joes. We would provide the recipe. As our event is on Valentine’s Day, we are also looking for homemade Valentines cookies as another item. The sign-up sheets show all of the other items. Thank you for showing God's love on Valentine’s Day to the area's poorest! Please contact the Hesed House Ministry Co-Chairs with any questions: Sonja Meyer, [email protected], 630-464-8210, Terri Carlson, [email protected], 630-606-3793.
STEPHEN MINISTRY TEAM OUTREACH AT FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN The Stephen Ministry Team will have a servant event on Monday, March 9th from 6:30 pm till 8 pm at Feed My Starving Children in Aurora, IL. There are 18 slots (on a first-come, first-served basis) available for this rewarding outreach opportunity. Please sign-up at the Welcome Center in the Ministry Opportunities Book or ask a Stephen Minister for more information.
ATTENTION ST. PAUL MEN'S CLUB MEMBERS
We are hosting our annual Valentine's Dinner Party with Wives, Sweethearts, and Friends on Tuesday evening, February 3, 2015, at Reuland's, 115 Oak Ave. in Aurora, IL. We have reserved the Banquet Room, (main floor and handicap accessible). AS ALWAYS, ANYONE THAT IS A MEMEBER OF ST.PAUL CHURCH AND SCHOOL AND FRIENDS OF MEMBERS ARE MOST WELCOME. Doors will open at 5:30 PM with a social hour (cash bar is available), followed with a buffet dinner of Roast Beef, Chicken Picatta, Broccoli Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Fresh cut Green Beans with Slivered Almonds, Fresh Fruit, Relish Tray, Dinner Rolls, Dessert, Coffee and Water. Following dinner, back by popular demand, Mr. Dave Majestic Crooner Extraordinaire will entertain with many of his and our favorite songs. There will be a $16.00 per person charge, collected at the door on arrival. Reservations are required. All active members that have not already reserved will be contacted to confirm their reservations. Non-members, contact Bill Witte at (630) 554-2103 or (630) 710-5214 to confirm reservation.
YOUNG AT HEART Will meet at 11:30 am on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Colonial Café on Galena Blvd. For reservations or cancellations, please call Carol Waltrip at 630-851-2421 by Thursday, February 5.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR: SPRING BREAK CAMP VBS SUMMER CAMP Theme: EASTER FUN! THEME: EVEREST! March 30-April 3rd June 22 – June 26 7AM-6PM 9AM – 12noon 3 years to 12 years 3 years to 12 years *special needs camp too! *special needs camp too! $135/child $20/child ** deadline = March 15th Deadline = June 8th Register and pay online NOW at: https://www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/SPA85 *this site also lists all dates for Summer Camps at Saint Paul including art, crafts, space, serving, sports, and day camps!!!
Chi ldren’s Min istry
Y o u t h M i n i s t r y
You have THIS WEEKEND (1/31 – 2/1) as one more opportunity to sign up for a Wednesday night Jesus Words small group held in the sanctuary. Wednesday nights begin on 2/4. From 6:30 – 7:30 pm we will share a meal (provided) and have small
group time. This will follow with a worship service from 7:30 – 8:00 pm. Childcare is provided. Sign up for a group on the counter near the 1st floor kitchen. You can also sign up your children for childcare. There are also opportunities to sign up your 4th thru 10th grade children to be a part of a Jesus Words small group. Any questions– please contact Craig Mattes, Director of Group Life at [email protected], 630-896-3250, ext. 623.
LOST
A blue portfolio with a AT&T logo was lost at church several weeks ago. This portfolio had a folder inside with sermon notes. If anyone has found it or remembers seeing it, please contact Mike Lindenmeyer.
FOUND
A rectangular TIE TACK with stones was found outside on the side walk on Jan. 26th. Please come to the church office to claim it.
Please take a look in the Lost & Found bin located behind the Welcome Center. Unclaimed items will be donated to the local Salvation Army next month. Thank you.
FEBRUARY 8th
– NERF NIGHT! On Sunday, February 8 from 5:30pm-8pm Youth Ministry will have its second ever Nerf Night. Come at 5:30pm for bible study and snacks, then get ready for an epic Nerf War throughout the building. Got questions? Email Andrew Tutwiler at [email protected]
MARCH 20th
-22nd
– CRAVE! On the weekend of March 20-22 Youth Ministry will be having its first ever CRAVE weekend. Open to both Jr. High and High School, CRAVE weekend will immerse youth in God’s Word, service, and fellowship for a whole weekend starting late Friday night and ending after church on Sunday. The price is $15 and includes meals for the weekend and a T-Shirt. By the end of the weekend youth would have participated in worship, small group studies, serving opportunity, interacted with our guest speaker, and had a blast at the CRAVE Party on Saturday night. If you are interested in hosting a group for the weekend or if you need a sign-up form please email Andrew Tutwiler at [email protected]
Every Friday at St. Paul 6:00 - Dinner & Fellowship
7:00 - Worship/ Large Group
8:00 - Small Groups
9:00 - Dessert and Fellowship (child care is available)
Celebrate Recovery —
Recovery cannot be accomplished by yourself. Actually, trying to do everything yourself is often what got
you into trouble in the first place! To be successful on your Road to Recovery you need God, your own
commitment and the support and encouragement of friends.
All of us have hurts, hang-ups, or habits that affect our entire family. Experience the freedom of those chains
breaking off. Contact Larry Miller at [email protected] for more details.
Outreach M i n i s t r y
STEPHEN MINISTERS CARE FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE: Grieving, In a crisis, In need of long-term care, Dying, Hospitalized, Divorcing, Experiencing losses as they age, Going through a crisis of childbirth, The family and friends of people in crisis.
Stephen Ministers: Listen, Explore feelings, Pray, Share Christ’s Love, Maintain confidentiality, Attend to the caregiving process and leave the results to God.
For more information about Stephen Ministry, contact Andy Hoffman at [email protected]
St. Paul Board of Directors
Jack Meyer (Chairman), Ann West (Vice Chairman), Louanne Heinisch (Secretary), John Hendrickson, Mel Wille
S c h o o l N e w s
THE SCHOOL IS HAVING A SILENT AUCTION ON MARCH 13, 2015 TO RAISE MONEY FOR A NEW ALL CAMPUS PLAYGROUND Tickets will be on sale by the narthex kitchen during the months of January and February. To donate items or for more information please contact Elizabeth Rakow 630-479-9743 [email protected] or Mili French [email protected]
STEPHEN MINISTRY TEAM OUTREACH AT FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN Monday, March 9th from 6:30 pm till 8 pm, sign-up at the Welcome Center.
2. Do Give No Cook Foods.. Granola bars, crackers, Spam, tuna, peanut butter
3. Leave food in the original package
4. Think Simple…(instant coffee, Bisquick)
5. Label special dietary needs (circle gluten-free)
6. Make it easy to open… we would really appreciate stocking some pouches of non-perishable food for homeless walk-ins at the church
7. Ask what’s needed… contact Addie Hatfield (630) 664-8820 for specific needs like soap, toilet paper, diapers, etc
8. Cookies or other treats for kids can put a smile on one’s face.
Thank you so much for all
you give and share! We have served many in need!
TO MAKE DISCIPLES WHO MAKE DISCIPLES
DENTIST WITH A HEART
The 15th annual “Dentist With a Heart” month will be held throughout February, 2015. Many area dentists from the Fox Valley area will be opening their doors to the needy, offering free services for the month. $1 million in free services have been provided to over 3,500 patients in the last 10 years. FREE SERVICES FOR THE DAY INCLUDE: • CLEANING • X-RAY • DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES • FILLINGS • EXTRACTIONS We will not be able to provide more involved services such as crowns, bridges, root canals and dentures due to time constraints. We limit our services to patients over the age of 3 years and an adult must accompany anyone under 18. How do I get treatment? Simply select a date, and service location from the list of participating dentists. Some appointments are needed or specific days are scheduled and calls will not be taken. Simply arrive at the location selected prior to the starting time listed for that office. Patients will be treated on a first come, first serve basis. What if I am unable to receive treatment at that location? Select another date and service location. Be sure to arrive early to insure your chances of receiving treatment that day. Who is eligible? Anyone in need, from ages 3 years through adults. An adult must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Do I need to bring proof of income or need? No. The event is run on an honor system. We trust that if you seek treatment you are truly in need.
http://dentistwithaheartonline.org
Kitty will have the schedules available in the parish nursing “corner” near the narthex kitchen or leave a message and I’ll email them to you
As servants of God, we have commended ourselves in every way:
….in purity, understanding, patience and kindness, ; in the Holy
Sunday Bible Study with Joe Thomas from 9:30-10:30 am in the Meeting Center of the new building. High School Bible Study: contact Andrew Tutwiler. Adult Special Needs Bible Class 9:30 am in room 202. (September-May) No class on Men’s Breakfast Sundays. Children’s Church for 3-10 years meets at 8 am, 9:30 am, and 11 am. Themes relate to the Gospel Lesson of the day. Powerhouse Sunday S’cool 9:30-10:30 am in the Modular building.
Monday Living Lights Bible Class meets 9-11 am in the Meeting Center of the new building. Contact: Wanda Horton at 630-947-4559.
Tuesday Men’s Bible Study, 7-8 am in the Meeting Center of the new building. Contact: Pastor Walt DeMoss at 630-896-3250 ext. 603. St. Paul Men's Club meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm from September through May in the New Building. Contact Bill Witte at 630-554-2103 or 630-710-5214 for more information and to RSVP.
Wednesday Men’s Bible Study, 6:30-7:30 am in the conference room. Contact Michael Elliott at [email protected] for information.
Thursday Women’s Bible Study (September-May) 9:00-11 am in the Meeting Center of the new building. Call Danna Grant (630-466-9084) for information.
Meetings
Thursday Wit-Knits, a knitting (and more!) meet weekly on Thursday’s from 9:30-11am. (September-May) Contact Gerry Blank 630-898-2523 or Mona Miller 630-896-8627 for information.
Friday Celebrate Recovery starts at 6 pm every Friday night. Meeting, Refreshments, & Fellowship. Contact Larry Miller for more information at [email protected]
Rehearsals
St. Paul Contemporary Worship Team - Wednesdays, 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.
Spanish Worship Team - Wednesdays, 8:15 pm in the Sanctuary.
Traditional Mixed Choir - Thursdays, 6:45 pm in the Sanctuary.
Welcome Card: Please register your attendance on the beige card
available from an usher and place it in the offering plate. This allows us to serve you as effectively as possible. Thanks for letting us know that you are worshiping!
Families with Children: We welcome infants and small children up to age two.
Our staffed nursery is upstairs in the pre-school area and available during and between Sunday morning services.
Nursing Moms: Please come to the nursery when you
need a quiet and private space.
HOLY COMMUNION—OUR BELIEF AND PRACTICE
Holy Communion is a special meal instituted by Jesus Christ for committed and confirmed Christians. Those planning to commune should ask themselves the
following questions and may also read the bible references which explain the questions.
1. Do I believe I am a sinner and am I sorry for my sins? (Romans 3:12; 1 John 1:8-9)
2. Do I believe that Jesus offers forgiveness for my sins? (Romans 5:6-8; Colossians 2:13)
3. Do I believe that the body & blood of Christ are truly present in the Sacra-ment? (1 Cor 10:16; 1 Cor 11:23-26)
4. Do I resolve grievances with my brothers and sisters in Christ before coming to Holy Communion? (Matthew 5:23-24)
5. Do I desire and intend to walk more closely with my Lord and change my sinful behavior, with the help of the Holy Spirit?
(Romans 6:11-12; 1 Peter 4:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:34) A very helpful exercise is to ask yourself the “Christian Questions & Answers” on pp. 329-330 of the hymnal Lutheran Service Book (copy available from Pastor). If you cannot answer ‘yes’ to the questions above, if you believe you need more
information, or if you are unsure if you share the faith proclaimed at St. Paul Lutheran Church, please talk to the Pastor or an Elder before communing, since participating without a proper understanding for Holy Communion is spiritually
unwise (1 Cor 11:28-29).
If you are physically unable to come forward for Communion, let an usher know of your wish to be served in your seat. Please sit in an ‘aisle seat’ and
Communion will be brought to you.
For those who do not wish to receive alcohol, please note that the red wine in the center of the tray is non-alcoholic. Children not yet communing are encouraged
to come forward and are asked to fold their hands across their chest to indicate that they should not be served.
Weekly Attendance & Contributions:
January 24-25, 2015 Total Attendance: 580 Contributions: $14, 285.00
