Sunday/Monday Worship Theme: “The ABIDE Thing” John 15:1-8 

Women’s Ministry will host a Potluck Lunch this Sunday , April 28th, following the 10:30 am service. Join us! Anyone that wants, may just come and enjoy the company and a light meal!

Sundays, Adult Bible Class (9:15—10:15 am) Join us for Sunday mornings in the fellowship hall as we continue with the church in Thessalonica as they receive Paul's letters to them. In this series we have been exploring the instructions given to the church, the themes that Paul addresses, and the everyday application of the Thessalonian discourse, both 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Andrew Borseth will lead this week’s class, and Pastor Krenz will continue this series though the month of May.

Sundays, 9:15-10:15 am Children’s Sunday School “A Telling Truth” is the Bible lesson for this week. With the sound of a rushing wind and tongues of fire, the promised Holy Spirit descends on the disciples. As they speak “in other tongues” (Acts 2:4), their hearers, from a multitude of nations, hear about “the mighty works of God” (v. 11) in their own languages. Beginning with Old Testament prophecies, Peter’s sermon proclaims Jesus, the promised Messiah. Discuss, “How did Pentecost change the Church forever?”

 Gateway Grizzlies Baseball Event coming Wednesday, May 29th! Sign Up sheet is in the Narthex. There are tickets available for 10 more adults and 4 more children. Sign up in the church entryway/narthex. 

Next Food Pantry: May 1st 1:30 - 3 pm Current Needs: Ravioli, Brownie Mix, Toothpaste, Cereals, Peanut Butter

Questioning/Confirmation: This coming Wednesday (May 1st)at 6:30pm in the Fellowship hall our six confirmation students will be answering questions on what and why they believe core Christian teachings. These questions and answers gleaned from the six chief parts in the small catechism. Congregational members are invited to join their families in hearing them confess their faith in this public venue. The rite of confirmation will take place next Sunday (May 5th) at the 10:30am service. 

Voters Meeting Recap

On Tuesday, April 23rd at the annual spring congregational voters meeting …

•it was decided to fix the Louvers on the bell tour at a probable cost of around $15,000, but it could go up to $27,000. 

•It was also voted to offer a contract to Deaconess Rachel McCloskey for 10-12 months in 2024-25. Her work would primarily be with youth in the congregation, but like our most recent

DCE intern her work would also involve work in a variety of ministries here at St. Paul’s. She will be offered a full time position, but depending on her circumstances she may only work for a year. 

Rachel is getting married this summer to a 4th year Concordia Seminary student. 

•Helen Nowak also gave an update on moving and revamping the library to one of the Sunday School classrooms. 

•Seventeen members were released from membership due to inactivity for at least 5 plus years. 

•Upcoming summer events include …

Grizzlies game on May 30th,

VBS June 10th -14th,

Congregational Picnic at the city park on July 14th,

Rise Against Hunger on August 11th.

Youth Events:

May 5th- Confirmation

Mary 31st- Honoring our Seniors during each church service

May 29th- Grizzlies Game

June 10-14th- VBS

July– Potential event at historic sites in Perry County

2024 VBS Celebrate the Savior! June 10th-14th, 2024 from 9 am to 12 pm at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. VBS is rapidly approaching! We are just over two months away and have various needs for our programming. Please reach out to Carleigh if you are able to help with our Games or Bible Exploration/Science Lab sites. We are also looking for a few folks who would be willing to form a decorating committee for the 2024 VBS. The theme is Celebrate the Savior! and we would love to have St. Paul's looking like a fun and inviting party that celebrates God's love for us. Interested? Sign up on the sheet in the Narthex. We will meet soon after Easter to plan. Volunteers and Students can register at: https://vbsmate.com/events/StPaulsColumbia/28392