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Privacy laws prevent hospitals from automatically in-forming churches of members admitted. You can eas-ily notify our pastoral care staff of a hospitalization: 563-326-3547 x211 or [email protected].
Hospitalized: (*released as of 11/21)
Tina Akright Jeff Keller *Jeanne Withycombe
Wedding: Meredith Parker & Matt Mercer, Nov. 16
staff connections
Nov. 23 & 24 - Reign of Christ
Preaching:All services Sara Olson-Smith
Worship notes:7:45 St. Paul Quartet9am Youth Choir; ChoraleCommunion served at all services
Readings: Jeremiah 23: 1-6; Colossians 1: 11-20; Luke 23: 33-43
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PASTORSPeter W. Marty Senior pastorSara Olson-Smith Associate pastorKaty Warren Associate pastorPeter Pettit Teaching pastorHayden Kvamme Pastor in residencyRon Huber Visitation pastor
COMMUNICATIONSAnn McGlynn Director of communicationLauren Brown Artistic directorBecky Harper Adm. asst. to sr. pastor Destiny Ellingsworth Communications intern
OPERATIONSTodd Byerly Operations directorPaula Durham Business managerJennifer Garvey ReceptionistCarrie Bowman Business office assistantMarcia Robertson Giving ministry coordinatorHarris Schneekloth Campus and groundsMatt Spencer Building managerJim Akright Custodial/MaintenancePaul Caldwell HostTerry Haru HostRon Mullen Host Terry Ousley HostDana Taylor Host
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTKaren Holden Book Corner managerBeth Laureijs Pastoral residency administratorAngie Vaaler Social worker/counselorDana Welser Neighborhood school
LEARNINGKendra Thompson Pastor of children & family lifeKaren Strusz Preschool directorAndy Langdon Director of youth ministriesErika Lindebraekke Children’s ministries assistantTeresa Whitbeck Childcare team leaderHaley Rhoads Youth ministries intern
MUSICChris Nelson Director of music ministriesBill Campbell Contemporary worship directorDon Gustofson Contemporary worship assistantLinda Allebach Assistant organist Nathan Windt Chorale director Dan Pepper Youth choir directorKatie Casey Children’s choir directorSara Harless Children’s choir director Margaret Thompson Children’s choir director
2136 Brady Street
Davenport, IA 52803
563.326.3547
www.stpaulqc.org
November 23 & 24, 2019
today at st. paul
8:45am Preschool6pm Big River Brass Band rehearsal
MONDAY, NOV. 25
8:45am Preschool9am Emergency preparedness training for staff
TUESDAY, NOV. 26
Office closed
FRIDAY, NOV. 29
7:45am Worship8:30am Book Corner open9am Worship10:20am Advent family learning event10:20am Sunday morning learning for adults11:15am Worship1:30pm Big River Brass Band rehearsal2:30pm Book Corner open3pm Big River Brass Band Christmas concert6:30pm High school youth gingerbread house making
SUNDAY, DEC. 1
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 27
8:45am No Preschool/Thanksgiving break9:30am Staff meeting4pm Private event5:30pm Adult children of alcoholics6pm Chorale rehearsal6:30pm Book Corner open7pm Thanksgiving Eve worship & reception
Nov. 30 & Dec. 1 - 1 Advent
Preaching:All services Peter W. Marty
Worship notes:9am ChoraleCommunion served at all services
Readings: Isaiah 2: 1-5; Romans 13: 11-14; Matthew 24: 36-44
SATURDAY, NOV. 305pm Book Corner open5:30pm Worship
THURSDAY, NOV. 28Thanksgiving Day - Office closed
THE REIGN OF CHRISTSearch the globe and you’ll find a whole variety of national leaders. Some coun-tries have monarchs, centuries of power handed down through a family lineage. Other countries have rejected monarchies in favor of elected officials or heads of state. Some leaders are called prime ministers or chancellors, while others are given the title of president or supreme leader.
But then there’s the Biblical promises of God’s power and majesty—which differs radically from the governing control of human presidents or queens. The reign of Christ seeks justice for all people and peace between nations. The rule of God in our lives has much less to do with an acquisi-tion of power, and is more concerned with giving strength to the powerless or hope to the hopeless. Today, and every day, we give thanks for a God who is powerful beyond measure and yet rules our lives with humil-ity and compassion.
With sympathy: Jim & Tina Akright, his uncle Donnie Akright Chelsea & James Robinson, her brother Keith Oldham Louella Robinson, uncle Keith Oldham
Thanksgiving Eve worshipWednesday, Nov. 27, 7 p.m.
Stock a paper bag with nonperishable food items and toiletries and bring it to worship on Thanksgiving Eve, Nov. 27, or the weekend after, Nov. 30-Dec. 1. The food goes to the Friendly HouseFood Pantry in Davenport, and the women’s and baby products go to Madison Market. What’s needed? Soups, mac & cheese, canned meat (chicken & tuna), cereal, peanut butter, jelly, toilet paper, bar soap, laundry soap, diapers (sizes 5 and 6), wipes and feminine hygiene products (tampons and pads). Expired items are accepted. Then, come and help sort the collection at noon on Sunday, Dec. 1. No need to sign up. Pizza will be served.
FOOD & CARE INGATHERINGThanksgiving EveSt. Paul members: Have you pledged for 2020? Thank you for taking care
of this commitment as soon as possible. With hearts of faith, we enter the coming year enthusiastic for serving in Christ’s name. The financial pledges of every St. Paul household make 2020 possible. Think as generously as your faith and blessings allow.
To pledge yourself to St. Paul’s Daily Ministry, please direct your blue pledge card in envelope to Marcia Robertson, giving ministry coordinator, or make your pledge online at stpaulqc.org/pledge.
kids/youth/families ADVENT FAMILY LEARNING EVENT: Sunday, Dec. 1, 10:20-11:05 a.m. in Fel-lowship Hall. For all ages, this event will be a time to gather and explore what it means to observe this season leading up to Christ’s birth. Every child will also leave with a special devotional guide: an Advent “doodlebook.” Hope to see you there! Pas-tor Kendra Thompson: [email protected]
GINGERBREAD HOUSE BUILDING: High school youth will gather on Sun-day, Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m., at church to create Bible-story themed gingerbread houses. Students should each bring a bag of candy to contribute.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH ADVENT GATHERING - SOCKS: Each year, St. Paul children and youth gather items for people who are having a difficult time. This year, the gathering will be for socks, both adult and child sizes, to be distributed to shelters around the Quad Cities. Items will be collected in the Education Wing on Sundays, Dec. 8 and 15.
adults SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE LOSS SUPPORT GROUP: Monday, Dec. 2, 6:30 p.m., Library Conference Room. Offering support for those who have lost a friend or family member to suicide at any time, this monthly gathering is for care, compassion, and encouragement. No need to sign up, just come. Deb and Joe
James, [email protected]
CC CONVERSATIONS is a first-Thursday-of-the-month opportunity to discuss faith, politics, and culture using articles from the Christian Century magazine as a springboard. Gather Dec. 5, 6-7:15 p.m., Library Commons. Peter Marty facilitates. Participants read in advance: “Waking up to the world,” (pp.
26-29), and “Trained to care” (p. 11), both in the 11.6.19 issue of the maga-zine; and “Poetry after Auschwitz,” by Jill Baumgaertner (pp. 28 ff), in the 11.20.19 issue. Stop at the church to read an onsite copy secured in the library or read via subscription (special St. Paul rate cards available at the Info Center).
2136 YOUNG ADULTS: Folks in their 20s and 30s, meet at St. Paul at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, so that we can car-pool around town and sing our favorite Christmas carols to some of our beloved St. Paul people. Pastor Hayden Kvamme, [email protected]
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY: Second Tuesdays of the month, 6:30 p.m., next gathering Dec. 10 in the Library Com-mons. Scripture will serve as a taking off place as we discuss how to make space in our lives for rest, prayer, play, and more. All women of St. Paul are welcome. Childcare available. Pastor Sara Olson-Smith, [email protected]
THEOLOGY PUB: Thursday, Dec. 12, 6 p.m., in the lower level of at Front Street Brewery’s Pub & Eatery, Davenport, Theology Pub offers a rich mix of people, pints, and perspective, as we explore in-formally the many ways in which our faith intersects with our lives and the world. Plan to eat or just plan to feast on the fel-lowship. Peter Pettit [email protected]
ADVENT LUNCHEON: All women of St. Paul are invited to gather for an Advent celebration Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. an Advent devotional and the singing of Advent hymns in the Chapel will be followed by a salad luncheon. Bring a salad, quick bread, or dessert if you’d like, and bring a friend! Childcare will be available. Sign up at stpaulqc.org/signups or at the Info Center. Contacts: Carol Moeller, 563-391-3790 or Jan Melvin, 563-332-3665.
DISCOVER & CONNECT
SUNDAY MORNING FELLOWSHIP: Please join others for coffee, doughnuts, juice, and conversation in the gathering areas on the main level.
A BLUE BOOK, “Welcome to St. Paul,” is situated in every pew near the aisle seat. Please take a moment to share your name and pass the book. As it returns to you, glance at other names and look for your chance to greet one another after worship. The warmth of your greeting can brighten the whole day.
NURSERY: We believe children belong in worship. But if your child needs a break, please assist other worshipers and seek out our staffed nursery in the “Kid’s Corner” in the Library Commons. Silent pagers available. For nursing moms, a designated room is available to you, just 20 feet left of the elevator.
CHILDREN: Children’s messages are a part of our Sunday services at 9:00 and 11:15 a.m. Special bul-letins are available from an usher. Worship bags for children are at entrances to the Sanctuary.
PASTORS & STAFF SOCIAL WORKER are available to members and guests for appointments.
COMMUNION: The Lord’s Table is open to believers of all Christian traditions.Adults and children who do not commune are invited to come forward, crossing arms upon the chest for a blessing. Communion is distributed by a practice called intinction; please touch your wafer lightly to the wine. Gluten-free wafers are available at all sta-tions. Grape juice is available on Sundays in the pot-tery chalice at the station furthest left.
FAITH RESOURCES: A library and the nonprofit Book Corner on the main level provide wonderful re-sources for growing your faith. Check them out.
THE PRAYER CHAIN: If you have a prayer request, contact the church office, 326-3547. No request is too small. Requests are worded for confidentiality.
MEMBERSHIP: A one-session Membership Inquiry Class is offered once a month for those interested in exploring what membership at St. Paul involves. The next opportunity will be Thursday, Dec. 12, 6:30-9 p.m. OR Saturday, Jan. 25, 9-11:30 a.m. Childcare is available on request. Sign up online at stpaulqc.org/signups, at the Info Center, or call 326-3547.
OF SPECIAL NOTESEARCH FOR VISITATION PASTOR, or non-ordained person with prior expe-rience in visiting for ministry purposes, is now open at St. Paul. Following the retirement of Pastor Ron Huber at the end of 2019, this 20-hour per week appoint-ment focuses on ministering to seniors in nursing home, care center, and hospital settings. Spread the word. Eligible candidates are invited to send a detailed letter of interest and resume to: [email protected]. See a member of the pastoral team with any questions.
CELEBRATING THE MINISTRY OF RON HUBER: After 28 years of ministry at St. Paul, the last decade of which he served as visitation pastor, Ron Huber is retir-ing at the end of 2019. Prior to their move to Minnesota, the congregation has the opportunity to express gratitude to Ron and Karen Huber at an open house reception on Sunday, Dec. 15, 3-5 p.m., at the church. Cards are welcome and may be dropped in a basket at the farewell celebration. To give towards a congregational purse for Pastor Ron, please make checks out to St. Paul with “farewell gift” in the memo line, and place in a separate envelope directed to St. Paul.
HOLY BAPTISM: During 11:45 a.m. worship this weekend, Delaney May Guerin, daughter of Chelsea and Jason Guerin, steps into the embrace of the Christian faith through holy baptism. We welcome her into the Lord’s family.
A VERY BRASSY CHRISTMAS: The Big River Brass Band will celebrate the holiday with favorite and festive Christmas music on Sunday, Dec. 1, 3 p.m., at St. Paul. Organist Chris Nelson is making a special guest appearance. Freewill donations accepted.
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS will decorate the front of the Sanctuary as Christmas approaches. If you would like to donate a plant in memory or in honor of a loved one, orders may be placed in the church office or by mail no later than Friday, Dec. 13. The cost for each plant is $8. Pick up specially marked envelopes at the Info Center. Payment is due at the time of order.
NOMINATION FORMS to recommend yourself or others for several 2020 elected leadership spots are available at the Info Center. The Nominating Committee looks forward to receiving all suggestions by Nov. 24. Please leave the form at the recep-tionist’s desk or mail it to the church office c/o the Nominating Committee.
THIS SUNDAY
LEARNING FOR ADULTS (10:20-11:05 a.m.)▶ The Music of Advent: We’ll look at and sing some of our favorite Advent hymns
and some that are less familiar. Explore the meaning of Advent through hymnody, including hymns such as “Rejoice, Rejoice, Believers;” “O Come, O Come, Em-manuel;” and “People, Look East.” Chris Nelson, director of music ministries. In the Chapel.
▶ Matthew - the year ahead in the gospel: The Christian community begins a new year as we turn to Advent. For the coming year, the gospel lessons in worship most weeks will come from the Gospel of Matthew. What can we expect? What themes can we anticipate and look for? What makes Matthew’s gospel different from the others? Peter A. Pettit, teaching pastor. In Luther Loft.
▶ For God so loved the world, and other 3:16s: John 3:16 is one of the most familiar verses in the Bible. Explore the contexts, meaning, and significance of other 3:16 verses. 1 Samuel 3:16 with Pastor Katy Warren. In Room 208.
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▶ Isaiah and Advent: Peter A. Pettit, teaching pastor. In the Chapel.▶ Advent family learning event: See description, next page. In Fellowship Hall.▶ For God so loved the world, and other 3:16s: Ephesians 3:16 with Pastor Sara Olson-
Smith. In Room 208.
NEXT SUNDAY
LEARNING FOR KIDS & YOUTH (10:20-11:05 a.m.)
▶ Ages 3-Pre-K: Main Level▶ Grades K-2: Upper Level, Friendship Hall▶ Grades 3-5: Lower Level, Commons area ▶ Grades 6-8: Lower Level, Youth Rooms
SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE (SNL), GRADES 9-12 (7:15-8:30 p.m.)SNL gathers most Sunday nights at St. Paul. It’s a strong framework for high school youth to live, grow, and serve joyfully. It’s also a fun place to get recharged before school on Monday morning. Andy Langdon, [email protected], 326-3547 x228
LIGHT AND LIFE:ADVENT DEVOTIONSThe December season of waiting and watching is near. Beginning on Dec. 1, read short stories and meditations written by St. Paul people. Sign up to receive these daily devotions by email at: www.ow.ly/TGYC5.
Choral Advent
Sunday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m. worship
Christmas ConcertNova Singers
Friday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m.Tickets sold online and at the door.
