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Welcome Pastor Salness

Posted December 31, 2011

Welcome Pastor Duane Salness

Allow me to introduce myself.  I’m Pastor Duane O. Salness.  I’ve been a Lutheran pastor since my ordination into the ministry of Word and Sacrament in 1969.  I grew up in Moorhead, Minnesota, located upon the fertile soil of the Red River of the North, where sugar beets…

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Faith Alive - Worship

Posted December 31, 2011

Do Justice

“He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”- Micah 6:8

During the season of Epiphany,

Faith Alive will center on the theme “Do Justice”,

based on the verse above from …

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World Aids Day Prayer Service

Posted November 28, 2011

2011 World AIDS Day

Service of Prayer and Anoiting

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

6:15pm

 

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Nov. 23rd ~ THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE

Posted November 16, 2011

THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE

Wednesday, November 23, 2011 ~ 6:15pm

Please bring canned goods to be given to the Community Food Connection.  An offering will be taken up and given to Community Food Connection as well. 

Following the service, join us for pie and coffee.

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Nov. 27th ~ HANGING OF THE GREENS

Posted November 16, 2011

HANGING OF THE GREENS

Sunday, November 27th

Chili cook-off following the 10:30 Service

Everyone is invited to join in the fellowship of preparing our space for the seasons of Advent and Christmas.

Ministry Teams are responsible for the following areas:

Worship – Marsha Wynn - Decorate Sanctuary

P…

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October 9th: Mental Illness Awareness Sunday

Posted October 3, 2011

October 9th: Mental Illness Awareness Sunday

On this day we open our hearts in affirmation of people with mental illness/brain disorders and their families—these burdened but precious children of God. To the church of Galatia, St. Paul paid this rare tribute: “Even through my illness was a trial to …

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Wednesday Evenings @ St. Paul Lutheran Church

Posted August 30, 2011

Dinner from 5:30-6:15pm each Wednesday!

 October 5th  

5:30pm - Meal ~ Chicken Stir Fry & Fried Rice

 6:15pm - Congregational Mid-Week Worship

7:00pm - Choir Practice

 

October 12th   

5:30pm - Meal ~ Salsbury Steak/Mashed Potatoes/Corn/Roll/Salad

6:15pm - Reformation Denominations: “What …

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Sept. 11th Memorial Service

Posted August 22, 2011

Sunday, September 11, 2011 ~ 4:00pm

All are welcome

O God, strength of those who believe in you, give comfort and clarity of vision to us in this time of need. Open our ears to hear your voice and obey your will; open our hearts that true justice and wisdom may abound; and open our hands that viole…

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August Book Discussion

Posted July 12, 2011

In August we will discuss

Love Wins: A Book About Heaven, Hell, and the Fate of Every Person Who Ever Lived, by Rob Bell. 

This book has caused quite a stir, as it addresses questions of salvation, repentance, heaven, and hell. 

“Millions of Christians have struggled with how to reconcile God's…

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New Member Class

Posted July 12, 2011

Interested in being a member of St. Paul?

  • Have you searched for a place to call home?
  • Have you looked for a community to share your gifts and grow in faith?
  • Have you yearned for a large extended family that will support you,        uplift you, walk with you, and help you grow as a disciple of Jes…

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VBS - The Parable of the Sower

Posted June 13, 2011

Register today for VBS ~ June 26-60

Place: St. Paul Lutheran Church

Dates: Sunday, June 26th - Thursday, June 30th

Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm ~ Supper will be served at 6:00pm

Classes - Pre-K - 6th Grade                      Adult (lead by Pastor Kevin)

7th-12th grade - Sign up to h…

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Chrismon workshop

Posted May 24, 2011

Many more fellowship opportunities are coming up for women of St. Paul. June 11 is the date of the next Chrismon workshop. This one will be held from 10-2. This will allow those who want to work longer to do so, and others can come late or leave early, as their schedule allows. Some people are worki…

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Music Bible Camp

Posted May 24, 2011

Do you know any kids who need something to do this summer? Music Bible Camps are unlike any other day camp in the area, offering both spiritual nurturing as well as music education for kids ages 3-18.  Three different camps for different age groups offer stimulating age-appropriate activities and mu…

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Consecration Celebration

Posted May 17, 2011
Come and celebrate over fifty-six years of ministry and mission at St. Paul Lutheran Church, as we welcome, Bishop Julian Gordy to be our guest preacher. We will also have the delight of former pastors Stephen Shulz and David Hart with us. Worship is at 8am and 10:30am and a potluck lunch wil…

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Theology Uncorked

Posted May 7, 2011

Theology Uncorked

Tuesday, May 10th  7:00pm Pastor Kevin's apartment (The Reserve of Maryville off of William Blount Drive Apartment #614). 

Come and engage in conversation about: "What do Lutheran-Christians believe about the end of the world and will anyone be 'Left Behind'?" Call Pastor Kevin…

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St. Paul Neighborhood Cook-out

Posted May 7, 2011

 

St. Paul Neighborhood Cook-out

Come one! Come all!  

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

5:00pm - 7:00pm

We will have food, drinks, desserts, dunking machine, moonwalk house, fire truck, K-9 Demonstration, Ministry Team information and games for all to play.

Mark your calendars to attend the final Wed…

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Holy Week Worship Schedule

Posted April 5, 2011

HOLY WEEK WORSHIP SCHEDULE

PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2011 ~ Services at 8:00am & 10:30 am

HOLY MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2011 ~ 6:30pm:  Service of Word & Prayer

HOLY TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2011 ~ 6:30pm:  Service of Word & Prayer

HOLY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2011 ~ 12 noon & 6:30pm:  Service of Healing and Laying…

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ELCA Disaster Response - Japan

Posted March 11, 2011

Ways to Give

Check or money orders sent to:

ELCA Disaster Response
39330 Treasury Center
Chicago, IL 60694-9300

Write "Pacific Earthquake & Tsunami" on your check's memo line.

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Give by phone at 800-638-3522 or online at http://www.elca.org/japanearthquake

March 11, 2011
 

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Wednesday Night Lenten Suppers

Posted February 25, 2011

Wednesday Night Lenten Suppers

5:30pm – Richardson Hall

With your help, we will again be offering our traditional Lenten Soup Suppers this year, along with a new twist.  Alphabetical groups have been assigned to provide food for each meal.  Please join us in making this fun time to gather with our…

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Men In Mission ~ Chili Supper & Movie

Posted February 25, 2011

Men In Mission ~ Chili Supper & Movie @ 6:00pm on March 3rd. Chili is provided - bring an appetizer to share.  All men of the church are invited.

 

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