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Volume 2, Issue 5 | Thursday, February 1, 2018 Your weekly news & updates Kit Evans-Ford speaking at the Nonviolent Journey Workshop event held today in the Wesley Center at St. Paul's UMC. Participants learned about the power of creative nonviolence to transform your life and personal relationships. This transformational program was co-sponsored by area churches and colleges. I recently started a new project at home. Someone gave me as a gift an old motorcycle. I have always had a dream of building a European style café racer. I have found myself in between all of my different responsibilities trying to squeeze a few minutes here and there to work on the project. It had me thinking about my attitude toward God. The word “devotion” has many meanings but one of them is “the fact or state of being ardently dedicated and loyal.” As I reflected on my devotion to my little side project I also began to think of the early church in Acts 2:41-47 where it says, “They devoted themselves to apostles teaching, and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and prayers.”(NRSV) What do you find yourself devoted to? Do you have things that bring you joy to do them? But the real question is do you have that same level of devotion to God’s call in your life? Sometimes our devotion to other things get in the way of our devotion to God. May you this week devote as much time to your spiritual practices as you do other activities. Blessings, Pastor Keith Visit our Website 5th Quarter Fun, February 2 On Friday, February 2 from 9-10:30, we will partner with Youth for Christ and FCA in Kennedy, Washington, and Jefferson to pilot this new get-together opportunity for youth in the are. Invite your friends after the game for movies, music, and games. If you want to help out with this new venture, adults can sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4FA4A82BA46- 5thquarter
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Volume 2, Issue 5 | Thursday, February 1, 2018
Your weekly news & updates
Kit Evans-Ford speaking at the Nonviolent Journey Workshop event held today in theWesley Center at St. Paul's UMC. Participants learned about the power of creative
nonviolence to transform your life and personal relationships. This transformationalprogram was co-sponsored by area churches and colleges.
I recently started a new project at home. Someone gave me as a gift an old motorcycle. I have always hada dream of building a European style café racer. I have found myself in between all of my differentresponsibilities trying to squeeze a few minutes here and there to work on the project. It had me thinkingabout my attitude toward God. The word “devotion” has many meanings but one of them is “the fact orstate of being ardently dedicated and loyal.”
As I reflected on my devotion to my little side project I also began to think of the early church in Acts2:41-47 where it says, “They devoted themselves to apostles teaching, and fellowship, to thebreaking of bread and prayers.”(NRSV) What do you find yourself devoted to? Do you havethings that bring you joy to do them? But the real question is do you have that same level of devotion toGod’s call in your life? Sometimes our devotion to other things get in the way of our devotion toGod. May you this week devote as much time to your spiritual practices as you do other activities.
Blessings,Pastor Keith
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5th Quarter Fun, February 2On Friday, February 2 from 9-10:30, we will partner with Youthfor Christ and FCA in Kennedy, Washington, and Jefferson topilot this new get-together opportunity for youth in the are. Inviteyour friends after the game for movies, music, and games. If youwant to help out with this new venture, adults can sign uphere: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4FA4A82BA46-5thquarter
Women’s Day Apart, February 3Join us for a women's spiritual growth experience February 3 from 9:00 am-2:00 pm in the WesleyCenter at St. Paul's UMC (1340 3rd Avenue SE). Seasons of Our Lives, will be presented by MarilynBurch, Des Moines Spiritual Growth Coordinator, Central District UMW. $10 payable with registration- requested by January 29. Sign up at the church office 319-363-2058 or [email protected] or atJanuary circle meetings or at the Connection Centers on Sunday mornings. Invite friends & family. Youwill be blessed by the day. Sponsored by St. Paul's United Methodist Women
"Big Game" Party, February 4This Sunday is our annual "Big Game" party with the youth ministryand Compass class. We invite all Sunday school classes to join usfor delicious food, fun fellowship, and a great game. We also willbe collecting loose change and any donations people would like togive to go to Cedar Valley Habitat For Humanity as part of their
Home Team Huddle. We look forward to seeing you all on Sunday at 5:00 pm in the youth worship space(room 110).
Finger Labyrinth Workshop at St. Paul’sThe Mobile Clay Lab from the Iowa Ceramics Center facilitated this great workshop.
Each participant made their own clay finger labyrinth, which they can use for prayer ormeditation by tracing with their finger. We are so thankful for the art ministry at St. Paul’s!
February Mission Partner OfferingsFEBRUARY 4 - LINN COMMUNITY FOOD BANKProvides a 3-day emergency supply of food to families in need.
FEBRUARY 18 - MISSION OF HOPEProvides free meals, shelter, worship services, food pantry, jailministry, emergency clothing, and spiritual growth/support.
Introduction to T'ai Chi Begins February 7Keep moving in winter. T'ai chi instructor, Mandy Dickerson,will lead the experience of gentle movement in four, weekly,one-hour sessions starting February 7th, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. inthe Upper Room. The cost will be $40 per person. Pleaseregister at the Connection Center on Sunday or by calling thechurch office, 319-363-2059. Class fee must be paid before
Monday, February 5th. Please make check payable to Mandy Dickerson. Questions? Contact StephanieHeifner, Sheri Daylong or Judy Fitzgibbons, 319-981-0674 (please leave a message) or email:[email protected]. Sponsored by the UMW Blue Zones/Green Lives Task Force.
Happy Birthday Baby!, February 11Are you a parent of an infant born in 2017? If so, we want to celebrate with you! Join others in ourWesley Center from 4:00-6:00 pm for a simple supper, a little entertainment and fun, a gift for your baby,and even a big birthday cake for all of the babies born this year! RSVP to Pastor Sherrie [email protected].
St. Paul's Will Host Family PromiseFebruary 11-18, 2018
St. Paul's will provide overnight lodging, meals, and hospitality forthe week of Feb. 11-18 for up to three families (no more than 14persons) who are homeless. Who are thehomeless? People! Children, mothers fathers, elderly people just likeyou. A mother loses her job, a father is injured and unable to work, a
family's car breaks down. Jobs are difficult to find, healthcare costs soar, public transportation is underfunded, affordable housing is very difficult to obtain. There are many reasons beyond their control thatfamilies may become homeless. Here's how you can get involved: Prepare a meal (or part of a meal); serve a meal; play a game with achild; read a book with a child; tutor a student; talk to a parent; stay overnight; share kindness! If you would like to be involved in this caring ministry contact Kate Buroker (362-
5285 or [email protected]). Questions? Stop by the signup table at the Connection Center onSunday. Brad Colton (Coordinator) or Kate will be happy to give you information about Family Promise.
View 2018 Mission Partner Offerings
Celebrating Suzanne, February 13We will be celebrating Suzanne Rever’s time with us with a ‘come-and-go’ event on Tuesday, February13 from 11:45 am-1:00 pm in the Parlor.
We know meetings are important, but sometimes we just have to put the agendas away so we can catchour breath. Reflection and time together can make that possible.
During Lent we want to invite you to participate in a church-wide study on Wednesdays, starting onFebruary 21st. During this time we will discuss Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s short, yet important, book LifeTogether. Join us either from 2-3 pm or 6-7:15 pm on Wednesdays in the Youth Room (room 110).
Books can be purchased by signing up on the sheet that is available in the office and after worshipservices the next few weeks.
Lenten Study begins February 14“God did what the law could not do. He sent his own Son in a body like thebodies we sinners have. And in that body God declared an end to sin’s controlover us by giving his Son as a sacrifice for our sins.” Romans 8:3 (NLT)
As we move away from the seasons of Advent and Christmas, when God senthis own Son to Earth to live among us, and move toward the seasons of Lentand Easter, when that same Son became a sacrifice for our sins, the AdultSpiritual Formation team encourages each of you to consider how you willdeepen your relationship with God and enhance your understanding of whatChrist’s death on the cross means for us today.
To assist you during your Lenten journey, we are offering a five session, DVD-based study from MaxLucado entitled He Chose the Nails: What God Did to Win Your Heart. Max says, “Every gift from Godreveals his love, but no gift reveals his love more than the gifts of the cross.” This would be a good studyfor existing small groups and Sunday school classes and also an excellent opportunity to start a newsmall group, if you’ve been feeling God nudge you toward facilitating. It would be wonderful to haveseveral new small groups meeting throughout the week to share in this study. We do, however, encourageeveryone to keep Wednesday afternoons or evenings during Lent open for a pastor-led study that will beannounced soon.
The materials (the DVD and leader’s study guide) for He Chose the Nails are available to preview. Lentbegins on Wednesday, February 14th, so small group sign-ups will begin soon. Look for moreinformation in future Outlooks, as well as before and after worship services. If you have any questions,want to sign-up your existing group/class or want to facilitate a new group, contact April Campbell [email protected] or 319-521-2074.
Have you ever wanted to play a Pipe Organ? Here is your chance! You are invited to attend Pipe Organ Encounter 2018sponsored by the River Valley Chapter of the American Guild of Organists onSaturday February 17, 10:00 am-1:00 pm at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 8300C Avenue NE, Marion, IA. All interested students who are in grade 5 or aboveare invited to see, hear and play a pipe organ. A pizza lunch is included. Thiswonderful opportunity is FREE and open to everyone, whether or not you haveever studied the organ. Some piano background is helpful. Bring a favoritepiece of music to play on the organ. Contact Mark Baumann([email protected]) for more information.
Pipe Organ Event Flyer
A few weeks ago, we shared a Des Moines Register article aboutPastor Lee Schott and Women at the Well, our newest missionpartner. In reflecting on this recognition (and some misconceptions),Pastor Lee offered a thoughtful reflection; you can read it here:
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Local Artists Gathering, February 26Local Artists Gathering, February 26 from 6:30-8:30 pm Are you an artist? Musical, visual, dramatic,verbal or media? Thank you for the difference that you make in our world! You are invited to meet otherartists at a special reception and appreciation event to explore our renovated spaces and partnerships withSt. Paul’s and one another. We would love to meet you! Questions? Contact Pastor Sherrie [email protected].
Spring Thrift MartApril 10 & 11, 2018These cold and snowy days are perfectfor cleaning out and getting rid ofunneeded items from your home. Wehope that you will hang on to them untilwe start drop offs at church. We planfor Thrift Mart on Tuesday, April 10and Wednesday April 11, 2018. Ifyou have items of greater value thatcould be used to sell on Superstoreplease contact Jim Steggall 447-1147.
Help support this mission project of United Methodist Women and the whole church. It is a win- winproject for Missions, neighborhood, and our own homes.
For more information about upcoming drop-off dates:
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Employment Opportunity: Accounting AssistantSt. Paul’s is looking for someone to fill our Accounting Assistant position. A brief description of theposition is attached. The Accounting Assistant position is a part-time (20 hours a week) position.
Any questions on the Accounting Assistant position, please contact Garr at [email protected].
Job Description
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Music VolunteerThere is a volunteer opportunity for an adult to lead music on Wednesday evenings for young people inGrades K-2. This is a wonderful time to involve these students in music and worship. Mentoring andsupport are available. Contact Mark Baumann ([email protected]) for more information.
Men’s EnsembleAll male singers, high school students and older, are invited to join the group. Men’s Ensemble rehearseson Wednesdays, 6:30-7:15 pm and sings about once each month. No experience is necessary. ContactMark Baumann ([email protected]) for more information.
St. Paul's Worship Times
Sunday8:15 am | Communion Worship in the Chapel9:00 am | Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
11:30 am | Worship Café Contemporary Worship in the Wesley Center12:30 pm | African Nationals Worship in Swahili/Kirundi language in the Sanctuary
Wednesday | 6:00 pm | Youth Worship in the Wesley CenterThursday | 10:30 am | Community Worship in the Chapel
Saturday | 5:30 pm | African Nationals Worship in Swahili/Kirundi language in room 117
At St. Paul’s, worship is for the whole family. While childcare is available in our nursery for all Sundaymorning services, we welcome children of all ages at all worship services. Learn more about how kidscan to get involved with worship.
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Giving Just Got Easier
Text-to-G ive. You can now make a contributionto St. Paul’s UMC with a quick text message!Simply text SPUMCCR to 73256 with theamount you would like to contribute. Make sureto include the dollar sign before the amount.Example: $75. Within a few minutes, you’llreceive a text with a link to register. Click on thelink and enter your cardholder name and credit ordebit card information. Once your registration iscomplete, you will receive a text verification and areceipt via email. For future giving, simply send atext with the amount you wish to give, and it willprocess automatically! Questions? Call the churchoffice at 319-363-2058or [email protected].
Additional Information on Ways to Give
Give by App. The Joyfully2UMC giving appallows members of local United Methodistchurches the chance to give to their churchelectronically. The free app, available for Androidand Apple® operating systems, provides aconvenient way for local church goers to give totheir church that already uses Electronic FundsTransfer. Questions? Call the church office at319-363-2058 or [email protected]
It’s easy:1. Download the app (Joyfully2UMC)2. Search for your church (Saint Pauls
United Methodist Church)3. Complete a few questions to set up your
account4. Donate
Additional Information on Ways to Give
Openings Available for Chancel FlowersPlease contact Mary Jane at 396-5176 if you are interested in honoring a person or anevent in your life.
Prayer Devotions for February 4, 2017
The works of his hands are faithful and just; all his precepts are trustworthy. Psalm 11:7
Lord hear our prayers...
Continued healing and grace:Wayne Dvorak
Mariana Joseph (Faida Nshimirimana’sdaughter)
Neoma Starnes (Duane)Genny Yarne (Andrew)Larry Ilg (Sherrie)Dick Hansen (Laverna)Katherine MartensenClyde CammackKathy HedlundChristopher Campbell (Chaun DeJong’snephew)Rhemi Studt (Ashley & Matthew Studt)Reba Williams (Jon & Lana Williams’daughter)Paul Jerabek (Jennifer Petersen’s father)Angela ShultzRhonda VictoriaRobert Reinke (Marla Nikodim’s brother)Kalori MinaniCarrie Cummins (Jamie’s daughter andSteve and Kathy Davis’ granddaughter)Desire NikozubakaMillie & Don FredricksonMichael MyersJennifer HockenbergerEdie NekolaRamona SpencerJim & Rose MildenDavid LoupeeRaine Allen (Dixie & Roger Allen’sgranddaughter)
Lee Ann Dielschneider (Vic)Jean Fitz (Max)Charman Banks (John)Patricia Oostenryk (Lori Montgomery’smother)James WaheNora Mae VanceCharlene O’BrienSteve Dix (Dixie Allen’s brother)Penny Grave (Kay Galli)Janet VyubusaLouise Single (Fred)Pauline BeldingMyrna CooneySandy Pingel (Gloria Ford’s daughter)Linda HadleyWilma ShadleRobert Moore (Lee Moore’s father)Mary Etta Pearson (Jean)Jody SloanMarty & Spence Grayson (Dave Mahlke’ssister and brother-in-law)Mina Arbore (John)John McQuilkin (Jean Kwader’s father)Ryan VickPam AnslynKris Yahn (Steve)Quinn Anton Jensen (Nancy & BriceAntonJensen’s son)Matthew Hudson (Fran Nathanson)
Memorial prayers for the families andfriends of:
Annie Lavere Smith (Janet Thatchter'smother)Edith Von Sprecken (Marie Peeters'mother)Vincent Parr (Sky Freland's relative)
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