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10/10/24

“I appeal to you brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship” Romans 12:1

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Over my 29 years of ministry, I have encountered numerous individuals who have lived sacrificially for the sake of others. It is humbling to see a spouse who year after year takes care of her ailing husband. It is impressive to see the sacrifice young mothers and fathers make to take care of multiple toddlers. It is encouraging to see young people willingly interact with the elderly in a nursing home setting. The world values happiness and self-fulfillment as the be all and end all. While happiness and self-fulfillment can be great blessings, for the Christian sacrifice and service are even higher virtues. These are virtues that flow from the Savior who loves to act in a service/sacrificial way to us. Many blessings as you serve others through the Savior. A Savior who never stops serving us.

Yours in Christ,

Pastor

Sunday/Monday Worship Theme: “Ready to Serve” Based on Romans 12:3-8

1 John Adult Bible Class 9:15 am -This Sunday continue our look at 1 John as we examine chapters 5 & 6, and spend last 20 min of class looking at what Jehovah Witnesses believe.

New Bible Study (Sundays) "The Christian Life: Free Lord of all and Perfect Servant of all" begins October 20th. Join Seminarians Andrew and Michael through a brief Bible study on Luther's Famous statement about the Christian Life, "A Christian is a perfectly free lord of all, subject to none. A Christian is a perfectly dutiful servant of all, subject of all, subject to all." It will be a 4-week study in the upper Sunday School Rooms, we are looking for 5-10 people to join us weekly. Learn what it means to live as a Christian with true freedom in a world that gives confusing messages about what it truly means to live.

2024/25 Children’s Sunday School 9:15-10:15

The account of Isaiah serves as today’s lesson, “Promising Prophet.” In an amazing vision of the Lord in glory upon His throne in heaven, God asks Isaiah, “Whom shall I send?” Isaiah responds, “Here I am!

Send me.” (Isaiah 6:8). Isaiah’s prophecies extend beyond the destruction and captivity of Judah to the extensive details concerning the coming of the Messiah and His sacrifice for the salvation of His people.

Middle School Event:

Join us on Sunday, October 27th as we have a Reformation Party where we will learn about the Reformation and play some fun games!

High School Event:

Calling Golfers of all levels as we plan to hit the links on Sunday, October 20th together. More details to follow.

High School Sunday Morning Bible Study:

"Jesus at the Center" where we will look at the following stories to learn

to look to Jesus.

· Oct. 13th, Jesus Raises Lazarus – Time to Mourn

· Oct. 20th, Jesus in the Garden – Talking to God

· Oct. 27th, Jesus’ Crucifixion – The Full Extent of Love

Ladies League This Sunday we are observing LWML Sunday. Check out our displays of quilts by the Comforts of Love group and for information about the LWML and all of the mission grants it supports. Pick up a mite box and, also, learn more about our groups here at St. Paul's - Ladies League and Mailbox Members. We may even have a special treat for you!

Confirmation Prayer Friends- Ladies League will have a get-together to meet our new on October 16th at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

Preschool Scarecrow and Trick or Treating: Check out our pre-school scarecrow in town at Post #20 at the corner of Locusts and Main street here in Columbia. Members and friends of St. Paul’s are invited to come by the church on the morning of October 31st at 10:30am as the preschoolers trick or treat in the church office area.

-Board of Education