Page 1 ST. PAUL’S UCC NEWSLETTER November 2016 103 South Second Street Marthasville, MO 63357 (636) 433-2482 [email protected]www.stpaulsuccmo.org A Loving Church, Making a Difference in the World Letter from the Pastor It’s tough saying goodbye. I’ve met so many wonderful people at St. Paul’s, all of whom I am going to miss. A part of my heart is breaking. Of course the other part of my heart is happy for you, and for Pastor Jeff. Thankfully, I have that happiness to fall back on in those moments when I find myself drifting into sadness. I remind myself of the bright future ahead for you, and with that thought, I can’t help but smile. I am happy for you and proud of you. I am proud of the way you conducted the search. I am proud of the way you came together for the good of the church, I am proud of what a loving congregation you are. I know Pastor Jeff is going to be pleasantly surprised when he discovers what a great congregation he has been called to serve. I’ve been thinking of a few tips that might help facilitate Jeff’s ministry among you: One thing that was particularly helpful to me when I began at St. Paul’s was the way people told me in advance about an important Sunday or upcoming event in the church. I always knew what you expected for Totenfest, Memorial Sunday, Veteran’s Day, Rally Day, etc. That advance knowing really helped me be prepared. I think it will help Pastor Jeff too, so keep him informed and updated. Along those lines, I also appreciated being informed when someone was ill or in the hospital, or when a new baby was born, or whenever some other life-changing event occurred. Being present at those times is exactly where he will want to be. So please turn to Pastor Jeff when something important happens in your life or in the life of your family. I thought it might be nice if, on occasion, you invited Pastor Jeff to your home for a visit, or out to lunch some afternoon, or over for Sunday dinner. These informal visits will help him to get to know you as friends and family. It would be especially helpful if our young adults could arrange a gathering where Pastor Jeff could meet them all, spend some time getting to know them, and maybe even plan an outing or two with them. The same could be said for our youth. It would be great if our teens and their parents could arrange an evening when everyone could meet Pastor Jeff and talk about their vision and hope for a youth group. There is a lot you can do to make Pastor Jeff feel welcomed. Whatever you do, however, I know he will feel grateful for your effort and for your thoughtfulness. Finally, be sure to keep him in your prayers. Nothing inspires a pastor more than the thought that the congregation is praying for him just as he will be praying for you. Ultimately, it is that mutual encouragement in faith that binds the church together and makes the church a place where anyone and everyone will be pleased to come. I am excited for you. I look forward to hearing (through the grapevine) about all the great things happening at St. Paul’s. I am sure the good news about you will keep me smiling for a long time. Many Blessings—Pastor Donna
Because of your generosity, local needy families will be receiving help at Christmas
from the Pregnancy Assistance Center.
Many of these families have children with physical impairments. Ornaments
with suggested needed items will be displayed on the tree in the lobby.
Consider making a contribution of one or more items to help these families in
need. Please return your donations with the ornament attached by Sunday,
December 11th. You may return your contributions wrapped or unwrapped.
Thank you in advance for your participation.
CONTENTS
Adult Choir .......................................................... 5 Nursery .............................................................. 9 Adult Social Connection....................................... 3 Operation Christmas Child .................................. 3 Altar Flowers ....................................................... 4 Poinsettias ......................................................... 4 Birthdays, Anniversaries ..................................... 9 Prayer List ...................................................... 10 Calendar of Events ........................................... 11 Preschool Room ................................................ 9 Chicken Dinner ................................................... 3 Puzzle ............................................................... 9 Christmas Ornaments ......................................... 8 Quilters .............................................................. 3 Christmas Program ............................................. 8 Services of Worship .........................................4,5 Church Membership ........................................... 4 Soup & Stew Supper ......................................... 3 Extra Step ........................................................... 2 Staff/Council Members ...................................... 2 Fun Facts ........................................................... 7 Steeple Repairs ................................................. 3
Helping Hands Ministry ....................................... 5 Sunday Morning Fellowship .............................3,5 Homebound Church Members .......................... 10 Thank You ......................................................... 8 Letter from the Pastor ......................................... 1 Thanksgiving Eve Service .................................. 5 Letter of Gratitude ............................................... 6 Worship Leaders .............................................. 5 Meals on Wheels .............................................. 10 Youth Fellowship .............................................. 10
St. Paul’s UCC Staff Pastor Donna Kendrick-Philips ....................................................................................................... Interim Pastor Susan Miesner ([email protected]) ............................................................................................. Secretary Sally Rohe ..................................................................................................................................................... Organist Sally & Tony Rohe ................................................................................................................................... Custodians Alan Scholz ............................................................................................................. Volunteer Grounds Attendant Debbie Garbs ................................................................................................................... Volunteer Choir Director ...................................................................................................................... Volunteer Youth Fellowship Director Amy Lange, Cathie Schoppenhorst, John Ekstrom, Brenda Daniels, Isaiah DeVore ....................................................................... Volunteer Projection Technicians Robbin DeVore ......................................................................................................... Volunteer Newsletter Editor
Church Council Wade Swartz ............................................................................................................................................... President Kay Buhr ...................................................................................... Vice President/Membership Care Committee Robbin DeVore ........................................................................................................................ Recording Secretary Gene Ahmann ............................................................................................................................ Financial Secretary Rachel Richardson ......................................................................................................................................Treasurer Harvey Cramer ....................................................................................................................... Missions Committee Terri Ogle .............................................................................................................. Christian Education Committee Nick Rohe .......................................................................................................... Buildings & Grounds Committee Bob Barron ............................................................................................................... Pastoral Relations Committee
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Quilters meet on Mondays.
You don’t have to be a
member of St. Paul’s
to stitch with us.
So, invite your quilting friends!
ALL ARE WELCOME! This is a great opportunity to learn if you are not a
seasoned quilter.
Contact Audrey Meyer at 433-2210 with questions or
inquiries.
Sunday Morning Fellowship
We need volunteers to assist with coffee, lemonade, and donuts.
Thanks to all who made donations, worked, or contributed to these events in any way.
Steeple repairs are
complete.
Final cost = $15,375
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OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD Deadline for Christmas boxes was Nov. 13th.
36 boxes were filled. Thanks to all who participated!
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Altar flowers:
October 2: in memory of Delvin Hasenjaeger, who died 11 years ago Oct. 5th. Missed by Lulu and family. *Extra arrangement is in honor of Kylie Rohe’s 27th birthday, by her family.*
October 9: in memory of Lillie Marie Rekate, by Karen Rekate. October 16: in memory of Marge & Ralph Pruitt, by Ann Jenkins.
*Extra arrangement is in honor of Sally Rohe’s birthday, by Tony Rohe.* October 23: in memory of Arlene DeVore, whose birthday would have been Oct. 24th, by Tim DeVore. *Extra arrangement is in honor of Gene Ahmann’s birthday today, by his 3 sisters, Deedee, Phyllis and Nancy.* October 30: in memory of Jeff Bockover’s birthday on November 1st, by Lynette Woolley.
NOTE: Consider sponsoring the altar flowers in honor or in memory of a loved one, a special
date, or just because…Sign-up sheets for altar flowers are in the lobby. The flowers are yours to take with you after the service of worship.
CHURCH MEMBERSHIP
**Anyone who is interested in joining St. Paul’s UCC should contact Pastor
Donna or the church office.**
Totenfest Sunday November 20, 2016
In remembering those who have passed away, if you have any photos of loved ones you would like to be projected, please give
them to Amy Lange before November 13th or send them to her at [email protected]
Purchase a poinsettia to decorate the sanctuary for Christmas
in honor or in memory of someone. Sign-up sheets are
in the lobby, along with payment instructions.
You may take your poinsettia home after Christmas.
The following Church Council nominees will begin their 3-year terms in January 2017:
Wade Swartz, Nick Lange, Brenda Daniels Congratulations, and thank you for your willingness to serve.
Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938. Veterans Day is not to be confused with Memorial Day–a common misunderstanding, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Memorial Day (the fourth Monday in May) honors American service members who died in service to their country or as a result of injuries incurred during battle, while Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans–living or dead–but especially gives thanks to living veterans who served their country honorably during war or peacetime. There are approximately 21 million military veterans in the United States.
16.1 million living veterans served during at least one war. 2 million veterans are women. 7 million veterans served during the Vietnam War era (1964-1975). 5.5 million veterans served during the Gulf War (representing service from Aug. 2, 1990, to present). Of the 16 million Americans who served during World War II (1941-1945), about 620,000 are still alive. 2 million veterans served during the Korean War (1950-1953). 6 million veterans served in peacetime. As of 2014, 2.9 million veterans received compensation for service-connected disabilities. As of 2014, 3 states have more than 1 million veterans in among their population: California (1.8
million), Florida (1.6 million), Texas (1.7 million). The VA health care system had 54 hospitals in 1930. Since then it has expanded to include 171 medical
centers; more than 350 outpatient, community, and outreach clinics; 126 nursing home care units; and 35 live-in care facilities for injured or disabled vets.
Thanksgiving is always celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November in the United States. In Canada it is celebrated on the second Monday in October.
The first pilgrims arrived in North America in December of 1620. The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in Plymouth in the fall of 1621. The Native American tribe invited to the first Thanksgiving dinner were the Wampanoag Indians. The first Thanksgiving feast lasted for three full days. Thanksgiving was not recognized as an official holiday until 1941, when Congress decided that the
holiday should be observed officially on the fourth Thursday in November every single year. The date was chosen by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in order to make the Christmas shopping season longer to aid in the country's financial recovery from the Great Depression. Prior to the date being set in 1941, it was up to the president to set the date for Thanksgiving each year.
Thank you to all our military personnel
for the sacrifices you have made
for our freedom. We solute you.
May God bless you and keep you
in his tender loving care.
Veteran’s Day
Friday, November 11, 2016
Thursday, November 24, 2016
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Dated Christmas Ornament Series
The first in the series of picture frame ornaments (2014) is still available for $7.50 each and make excellent keepsakes for family and friends. Get yours while supplies last!
The second in the series of picture frame ornaments (2015) is also available for $8.00 each. Don’t miss your chance to collect the entire series!
The third in the series of picture frame ornaments (2016) is now available for $7.00 each. A new dated ornament will be available each year.
**To purchase any of these ornaments, see Robbin DeVore in the fellowship hall
2nd: Britni Mitchell 2nd: Rob & Thekla Hagenbuch 1st: Sierra Hausemann 3rd: Luke Hasenjaeger 3rd: Charlie & Cayci Eichmeyer 4th: Hunter Rohe 4th: James Buescher 11th: Dale & Debi Verges 8th: Kersten Mayer 5th: Patsy Berg 12th: Joshua & Britni Mitchell Kennady Mayer Melanie Moehlmann 22nd: Tony & Sally Rohe 10th: Cohen Lange 6th: Marvin Engelage 24th: Brian & Cindy Niemeyer Brian Lange 28th: Otto & Susie Thierbach Samuel Freese 30th: Robert & Karen Dohrer 7th: Paul Freese Tim Thornton Matthew Blackwell 11th: Amy Lange 12th: Loretta Davis 19th: Cindy Buescher Joell Engelage 21st: Stacie Chapmann 22nd: Thekla Hagenbuch 23rd: Brenda Roloff 25th: Mabel Eichmeyer 26th: James Berg 30th: Charles Driemeyer
R A S C T L E S M U M N R O A C E I P O S N Q L N O V E M B E R Y E K R U T S N T A E I R A O A A U E N P U W H S L R S N T U N D J Z U I P E T O G L E N M W B I M E C K S E N L L D Q T P C E R D E O R A T I D E I C M E D R F E R P U M P K I N L D G O V R K C F I R K O S E J E T A E G Y C O P A S N T L R T S D P Y X S A R E S R U A Q S E V Z P N S A L A E N F T T Z F E P W L U J L B T D F L G O N N M S N E S O A B I I M O N E T G E A R P N L D A N E C I T S I M R A L I T T A G G F K O J I A F D A C E O F E K S T T H A N K S G I V I N G C L L I H C R E T N I W C Y D F E
NOVEMBER WORD SEARCH
Amelia Marie Lampkin
Born 11-7-2016
Daughter of
Kylie Rohe & Ben Lampkin
Janna Thornton &
Michael Chambers
Married on 11-12-2016
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Curtains for Preschool Room
We are in search of white sheer curtains for
our preschool classroom. They need to be
about 63 inches in length, and any width is
acceptable.
Contact Terri Ogle at 433-5858 or 636-221-1678.
Nursery Attendant is needed for the
1st Sunday of
each month. Contact
Pat Shacklette or Terri Ogle to help.
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PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER Family of Glen Huenefeld, who passed away this week; family of John Carver who passed away 10/14/16; Robbin DeVore—health issues; Derik Roloff—infection; Ida Ray (friend of Dee Schuster)—blood clots in leg; Molly Parsons—infections in both feet after bunion surgery; Ann Varner—bilateral TMJ surgery, ruptured eardrum; Betty Hellebusch—health issues; Joyce Osterwald—recovering from severe car accident injuries; Laurie Osthoff Jackson—brain surgery; Eric Moritz (cousin to the Rohes)—very ill with cancer; Carolyn Frick (friend to Cathie Schoppenhorst and Emma Schweissguth’s daughter)—recovering from double heart valve replacement; Michelle Mueller (friend of Cindy Buescher)—severe heart issues, her newborn baby in ICU; one-year-old grandson of Joyce Marek (friend of Debbie Garbs)—massive brain tumor; Cal & Betty Tameler (Brenda Roloff’s parents)—health issues; Leonard Lutz—health issues; Vance Ross (Karen Sida’s brother)—health issues; Eldon & Sue Green—health issues; Angela Gray—health issues; Gail DeVore Morris—health issues; Eleanor Lutz—health issues, heart.
Those Battling Cancer: Eric Moritz, Scott Auby, Melanie Jenkins, Michael Thornton, Alan Scholz, Darryl Bockting, Donnie Kopmann, Kathy Frick, Layton Rehmeier, Dera Rehmeier, Rick Rehmeier, Jim Grafrath, Ron Palitzsch, Mark Jones, Leonard Lutz, Dale Krampe, Tim Palitzsch, Gene Bollinger.
Those serving in the Military: Devon Martin, Caleb & Sarah Murphy, & others seeking to faithfully serve God & Country!
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Please remember those who are not always able to worship with us at St.
Paul’s UCC. Remember them in prayer, with a visit, card, or a phone call:
Sue Green Rev. Dale & Helene Krampe Vera Mittler The Arbors at Victorian Manor Homestead at Hickory View NHC Healthcare Please send all correspondence to: 1481 Marbach Dr., Apt. 225 35 Sugar Maple Ln.
105 Rottman Drive Washington, MO 63090 St. Charles, MO 63303 Marthasville, MO 63357 314-974-3784
Vada Hinnah Eleanor Lutz Norma Sutter The Arbors at South Pointe 20555 Cedar Ct. Cedar Crest Manor 5129 Old Hwy. 100, Room 10 Warrenton, MO 63383 324 W. Fifth St., Room 222 Washington, MO 63090 636-456-8105 Washington, MO 63090
—Meals on Wheels— If anyone needs or knows of anyone who needs home-delivered meals from the Warren County Senior Center, please contact the center at 636-456-3379. Volunteers are also needed to deliver meals. ________________________________________________________________________________
St. Paul’s UCC is looking for a
Youth Fellowship Director, or a number of individuals who would fill this position in a tag-team manner. If you are interested, please
contact a council member.
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St. Paul’s UCC Church Calendar—November 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 7pm Church Council
2 2pm Women’s Guild
3 2-3pm
Bible Study
4 5
6
Bring A Meal Sunday 9:30am Worship w/ Holy Communion 10:30am Sunday School 10:30am AM Fellowship
7 10-4:30pm Quilters
8 9 10 2-3pm
Bible Study
11 VETERAN’S DAY
6:30pm Adult Social Connection
12
13
9:30am Worship 10:30am Sunday School 10:30am AM Fellowship Operation Christmas Boxes Due!
14 10-4:30pm Quilters
15
7pm-8pm-Food Pantry @CBC
16 17
18 19 11am-Noon Food Pantry @ CBC
20
9:30am Worship 10:30am Sunday School 10:30am AM Fellowship
TOTENFEST
Pastor Donna’s
Farewell Luncheon
21 10-4:30pm Quilters
22 Adult Choir Practice TBD
23
7pm Community
Thanksgiving Eve
Service at
IMMANUEL UCC, HOLSTEIN, MO
24
HAPPY
THANKSGIVING!
25 26
27
9:30am Worship 10:30am Sunday School 10:30am AM Fellowship
1st Sunday
of Advent
28 10-4:30pm Quilters
29 30
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10 NIV)
