HANDS OF GRACE is in need of the following food items:
Cans of Spaghettios and Beefaroni. Canned fruit: applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple, etc. 64 oz. Bottles of juice:  Apple, Grape, Fruit Punch are preferred.  Thank you for your help providing food for our brothers and sisters in need.

 VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED!   The Board of Christian Education is looking for multiple congregation members to volunteer to sign up for teaching Children’s Sunday school. Volunteers will be on a rotating sign-up schedule. Slots are still available.   All curriculum and materials will be provided. A sign-up sheet is located in the narthex if you are willing to help fill this need. Please contact Erin Shimkus with any additional questions. 

LADIES AID MEETING is Sunday, September 24^th, after service.  All women of the church are welcome to attend. 

ANNUAL LADIES AID CHRISTMAS FAIR is Saturday, December 2^nd.  Please think of what you can do to support the Fair!  We are asking for ARTS AND CRAFTS, decorations, baked goods, and COOKIES, COOKIES, & COOKIES!  Have a question?  Contact Janice at 860-379-3172 or slutheranchurch@snet.net. Thank you.

DAUGHTERS OF FAITH HAVE CHANGED!!   Daughters of Faith started five years ago as a mentoring and support group for our teenage girls. We meet on the last Sunday of the month from 1:00 – 2:30pm at the home of Judy Byrne. Our meetings offer Bible study, prayer, and fellowship in a space where we can share our experiences, grow in faith and develop lasting friendships. 

THIRD THURSDAY THING will meet September 21^st, 6:00pm, at Hands of Grace.  All men of the church are welcomed.  Hope to see you, Pastor Mongeau

HANDS OF GRACE, 8 Wickett St., New Hartford is celebrating 12 years of doing the Lord’s work.  Come join us for an Open House on Sunday September 24th from 2-4:00pm.  Have some finger foods and fellowship and join the celebration!  Come and see what the Lord has done.  Feel free to bring family and friends.  Pastor Kevin

Mission Board Update:

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

• Please return the Completed Adopted Gospel Opportunity Shoeboxes to the display box in the narthex.
• 9/24 Additional Adopt a Box(es) will be available
• 9/24 Pick up an empty box to fill 
• 10/22 Return all completed boxes 

Donations for Operation Christmas Child are appreciated.  Please make checks payable to St. Paul’s and designate to Operation Christmas Child on the memo line. 

Hands of Grace Seasonal Clothing Change!  Friday, September 29^th, 5:30pm. Come and help us with our biannual chore!  Enjoy a light supper and fellowship. RSVP to Pastor Mongeau or Denise Yoreo if you plan to attend.

Thank you!

Denise 

CAPSTONE MINISTRY: Sunday, November 5^th, Pastor Dan and Patty Schmelzer will visit.  At 10:30am we will enjoy a Potluck Brunch while they give us a Capstone Ministry update and presentation.  

Mission Board:  Denise Yoreo, Ken and Judy Byrne, Cynde Corthouts, Pastor Kevin Mongeau

SONS OF THUNDER bottle collection is postponed until Sunday, October 1^st, between services.    

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of the following food items:
Cans of Spaghettios and Beefaroni. Canned fruit: applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple, etc. 64 oz. Bottles of juice:  Apple, Grape, Fruit Punch are preferred.  Thank you for your help providing food for our brothers and sisters in need.

SUNDAY SCHOOL RALLY DAY is TODAY!!  First day of Sunday school is next Sunday, September 17^th. 

 VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED!   The Board of Christian Education is looking for multiple congregation members to volunteer to sign up for teaching Children’s Sunday school. Volunteers will be on a rotating sign-up schedule with the first available slot being Sunday, September 17th. All curriculum and materials will be provided. A sign-up sheet is located in the narthex if you are willing to help fill this need. Please contact Erin Shimkus with any additional questions. 

LADIES AID MEETING is Sunday, September 24^th, after service.  All women of the church are welcome to attend. 

ANNUAL LADIES AID CHRISTMAS FAIR is Saturday, December 2^nd.  Please think of what you can do to support the Fair!  We are asking for ARTS AND CRAFTS, decorations, baked goods, and COOKIES, COOKIES, & COOKIES!  Have a question?  Contact Janice at 860-379-3172 or slutheranchurch@snet.net. Thank you.

DAUGHTERS OF FAITH HAVE CHANGED!!   Daughters of Faith started five years ago as a mentoring and support group for our teenage girls. All our girls have graduated high school, and now we have a new venue that is welcoming women ages 18 – 100+. We meet on the last Sunday of the month from 1:00 – 2:30pm at the home of Judy Byrne. Our meetings offer Bible study, prayer, and fellowship in a space where we can share our experiences, grow in faith and develop lasting friendships.  INTERESTED??? Please contact Judy.

>>>>>WOMEN OF THE WORD will resume studying the book, TWELVE UNLIKELY HEROES, on Tuesday, September 12^th from 1:00 – 2:30pm. Women of the Word meet on the second Tuesday of the month at the church. Family and friends are invited to join us. Please contact Judy Byrne if you’d like to join our study and need a book. 

THIRD THURSDAY THING will meet September 21^st, 6:00pm, at Hands of Grace.  All men of the church are welcomed.  Hope to see you, Pastor Mongeau

HANDS OF GRACE is celebrating 12 years of doing the Lord’s work.  Come join us for an Open House on Sunday September 24th from 2-4:00 PM.  Have some finger foods and fellowship and join the celebration!  Come and see what the Lord has done.  Feel free to bring family and friends.  Pastor Kevin

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of the following food items:
Cans of Spaghettios and Beefaroni. Canned fruit: applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple, etc. 64 oz. Bottles of juice:  Apple, Grape, Fruit Punch are preferred.  Thank you for your help providing food for our brothers and sisters in need.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: SUNDAY SCHOOL RALLY DAY is Sunday, September 10^th.  First day of Sunday school is the following Sunday, September 17^th. 

 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!   The Board of Christian Education is looking for multiple congregation members to volunteer to sign up for teaching Children’s Sunday school. Volunteers will be on a rotating sign-up schedule with the first available slot being Sunday, September 17th. All curriculum and materials will be provided. A sign-up sheet will be located in the narthex if you are willing to help fill this need. Please contact Erin Shimkus, (618-402-0168) with any additional questions. 

LADIES AID MEETING is Sunday, September 24^th, after service. 

ANNUAL LADIES AID CHRISTMAS FAIR is Saturday, December 2^nd.  Please think of what you can do to support the Fair!  We are asking for arts, crafts, decorations, baked goods, and COOKIES, COOKIES, & COOKIES!  Have a question?  Contact Janice at 860-379-3172 or slutheranchurch@snet.net. Thank you.

DAUGHTERS OF FAITH HAVE CHANGED!!   Daughters of Faith started five years ago as a mentoring and support group for our teenage girls. All our girls have graduated high school, and now we have a new venue that is welcoming women ages 18 – 100+. We meet on the last Sunday of the month from 1:00 – 2:30pm at the home of Judy Byrne. Our meetings offer Bible study, prayer, and fellowship in a space where we can share our experiences, grow in faith and develop lasting friendships.  INTERESTED??? Please contact t Judy.

WOMEN OF THE WORD will resume studying the book, TWELVE UNLIKELY HEROES, on Tuesday, September 12^th from 1:00 – 2:30pm. Women of the Word meet on the second Tuesday of the month at the church. Family and friends are invited to join us. Please contact Judy Byrne.  

THIRD THURSDAY THING will meet September 21^st, 6:00pm, at Hands of Grace.  All men of the church are welcomed.  Hope to see you, Pastor Mongeau

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID:  LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS:  The Farmington Valley Health District will be offering an eight-hour Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course here at St Paul’s over two evenings in September (the 12th and 19th, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM).  MHFA teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults and youth. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.  The Health District is offering this program at no cost to participants. Maximum number of seats is 30, with priority given to members and friends of St Paul’s.  To register for this training, please forward this e-mail to Fred Schott (wfredschott@gmail.com), making sure you provide the requested info below:

Mental Health First Aid Registration

St Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, New Hartford

September 12th and 19th 2023, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Your Name:

Your E-Mail:

Your Phone Number:

Your Postal Mailing Address:

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of the following food items:
Cans of Spaghettios and Beefaroni. Canned fruit: applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple, etc. 64 oz. Bottles of juice:  Apple, Grape, Fruit Punch are preferred.  Thank you for your help providing food for our brothers and sisters in need.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: SUNDAY SCHOOL RALLY DAY is Sunday, September 10^th.  First day of Sunday school is the following Sunday, September 17^th. 

 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!   The Board of Christian Education is looking for multiple congregation members to volunteer to sign up for teaching Children’s Sunday school. Volunteers will be on a rotating sign-up schedule with the first available slot being Sunday, September 17th. All curriculum and materials will be provided. A sign-up sheet will be located in the narthex if you are willing to help fill this need. Please contact Erin Shimkus. 

LADIES AID MEETING postponed to Sunday, September 24^th, after service.     

ANNUAL LADIES AID CHRISTMAS FAIR is Saturday, December 2^nd.  Please think of what you can do to support the Fair!  We are asking for arts, crafts, decorations, baked goods, and cookies!  Have a question?  Contact Janice at 860-379-3172 or slutheranchurch@snet.net. Thank you.

DAUGHTERS OF FAITH HAVE CHANGED!!   Daughters of Faith started five years ago as a mentoring and support group for our teenage girls. All our girls have graduated high school, and now we have a new venue that is welcoming women ages 18 – 100+. We meet on the last Sunday of the month from 1:00 – 2:30pm at the home of Judy Byrne. Our meetings offer Bible study, prayer, and fellowship in a space where we can share our experiences, grow in faith and develop lasting friendships. INTERESTED??? Please contact Judy.

WOMEN OF THE WORD will resume studying the book, TWELVE UNLIKELY HEROES, on Tuesday, September 12^th from 1:00 – 2:30pm. Women of the Word meet on the second Tuesday of the month at the church. Family and friends are invited to join us. Please contact Judy Byrne. if you’d like to join our study and need a book.

Lift up in prayer……Linda Sheffield’s brother, Lucian, passed away on Monday. Please keep their family in your prayers. The wake is from 4:00pm-7:00pm on Monday, August 28 at Duksa funeral home 332 Burritt St., New Britain.  The funeral is at 9:30am on Tuesday at Sacred Heart Church, 158 Broad St., New Britain.  Cards may be sent to Linda at 56 Birdsview Ave., New Hartford, CT  06057.

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID:

LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS:

The Farmington Valley Health District will be offering an eight-hour Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course here at St Paul’s over two evenings in September (the 12th and 19th, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM).  MHFA teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults and youth. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.  The Health District is offering this program at no cost to participants. Maximum number of seats is 30, with priority given to members and friends of St Paul’s.  To register for this training, please forward this e-mail to Fred Schott (wfredschott@gmail.com), making sure you provide the requested info below:

Mental Health First Aid Registration

St Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, New Hartford

September 12th and 19th 2023, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Your Name:

Your E-Mail:

Your Phone Number:

Your Postal Mailing Address:

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of the following food items:
Cans of Spaghettios and Beefaroni. Canned fruit: applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple, etc. 64 oz. Bottles of juice:  Apple, Grape, Fruit Punch are preferred.  Thank you for your help providing food for our brothers and sisters in need.

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox. 

 BRODIE PARK – BERKSHIRE PAVILION ST. PAUL’S CHURCH PICNIC – TODAY AUGUST 13th – 12:30PM until 3:00PM RAIN OR SHINE Please Sign-up in the Upper Fellowship Room and note whether you’d like to bring a side dish or dessert to share.  There will be seating inside with air conditioning and picnic tables outside.   If you’d like to bring lawn chairs to sit on the lawn or covered porch, could do this as well.  This Picnic is HOSTED by our Church Council.  We all have a great opportunity to invite friends or neighbors to come and enjoy St. Paul’s church people in a beautiful and relaxed environment!  Come and See! 

LADIES AID MEETING, Sunday, August 27^th, after service, in the conference room behind Pastor’s office.  All women of the church are welcome. 

ANNUAL LADIES AID CHRISTMAS FAIR is Saturday, December 2^nd.  Please think of what you can do to support the Fair!  We are asking for arts, crafts, decorations, and baked goods!  Have a question?  Contact Janice at 860-379-3172 or slutheranchurch@snet.net . Thank you.

DAUGHTERS OF FAITH HAS CHANGED!!   Daughters of Faith started five years ago as a mentoring and support group for our teenage girls. All our girls have graduated high school, and now we have a new venue that is welcoming women ages 18 – 100+. We meet on the last Sunday of the month from 1:00 – 2:30pm at the home of Judy Byrne. Our meetings offer Bible study, prayer, and fellowship in a space where we can share our experiences, grow in faith and develop lasting friendships. INTERESTED??? Please contact Judy Byrne.

WOMEN OF THE WORD will resume studying the book, TWELVE UNLIKELY HEROES, on Tuesday, September 12^th from 1:00 – 2:30pm. WoW meets on the second Tuesday of the month at the church. Family and friends are invited to join us. Please contact Judy Byrne if you’d like to join our study and need a book.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of the following food items:
Cans of Spaghettios and Beefaroni. Canned fruit: applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple, etc. 64 oz. Bottles of juice:  Apple, Grape, Fruit Punch are preferred.  Thank you for your help providing food for our brothers and sisters in need.

LEFTOVER VBS props are on the chest in the conference room behind Pastor’s office.  Please pick yours up today.  Thank you.

 BRODIE PARK – BERKSHIRE PAVILION ST. PAUL’S CHURCH PICNIC – AUGUST 13th – 12:30PM until 3:00PM RAIN OR SHINE

Please Sign-up in the Upper Fellowship Room and note whether you’d like to bring a side dish or dessert to share.  There will be seating inside with air conditioning and picnic tables outside.   If you’d like to bring lawn chairs to sit on the lawn or covered porch, could do this as well.  This Picnic is HOSTED by our Church Council.  We all have a great opportunity to invite friends or neighbors to come and enjoy St. Paul’s church people in a beautiful and relaxed environment!  Come and See!  Any questions, email Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com.

MITE BOXES:  please bring in your Mites and leave them in the box in the narthex. 

Thank you, Sally.

LADIES AID MEETING, Sunday, August 27^th, after service, in the conference room behind Pastor’s office.  All women of the church are welcome. 

ANNUAL LADIES AID CHRISTMAS FAIR is Saturday, December 2^nd.  Please think of what you can do to support the Fair!  We are asking for arts, crafts, decorations, and baked goods!  Have a question?  Contact Janice at 860-379-3172 or slutheranchurch@snet.net . Thank you.

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox. 

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of the following food items:
Cans of Spaghettios and Beefaroni. Canned fruit: applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple, etc. 64 oz. Bottles of juice:  Apple, Grape, Fruit Punch are preferred.  Thank you for your help providing food for our brothers and sisters in need.

FROM THE MISSION BOARD:  Please join us in the lower fellowship hall after this Sunday’s Service for Coffee Hour Sundaes and to Adopt a Box!  We have a lot of items available for you to start a Gospel Opportunity Box.  Start a box, complete it on your own and pay the shipping fee ($10).  Shipping fee also pays for the Greatest Gift booklets and Missionary outreach books. Using the items we have on hand will significantly reduce your cost of a box.  Start a box this Sunday, July 30^th.

Thank you, the Mission Board, Denise, Judy, Ken, Cynde, and Pastor Mongeau

 BRODIE PARK – BERKSHIRE PAVILION ST. PAUL’S CHURCH PICNIC – AUGUST 13th – 12:30PM until 3:00PM RAIN OR SHINE Please Sign-up in the Upper Fellowship Room and note whether you’d like to bring a side dish or dessert to share.  There will be seating inside with air conditioning and picnic tables outside.   If you’d like to bring lawn chairs to sit on the lawn or covered porch, could do this as well.  This Picnic is HOSTED by our Church Council.  We all have a great opportunity to invite friends or neighbors to come and enjoy St. Paul’s church people in a beautiful and relaxed environment!  Come and See!  Any questions, could email Cheryl Lowman     cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com

LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS: 

The Farmington Valley Health District will be offering an eight-hour Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course here at St Paul’s over two evenings in September (the 12th and 19th, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM).  MHFA teaches you how to identify understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults and youth. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.  The Health District is offering this program at no cost to participants. Maximum number of seats is 30, with priority given to members and friends of St Paul’s.  If you’d like to attend, or if you have any questions, contact Fred Schott, wfredschott@gmail.com).

MITE BOXES:  please bring in your Mites and leave them in the box in the narthex. 

Thank you, Sally

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox. 

>>>SONS OF THUNDER will NOT be collecting bottles today. We will resume in August.  Thank you, Dale Sheffield

SINGING OPPORTUNITY!!  Anyone is invited to come to church on Sunday morning at 8:30AM, before the service begins, to “preview” the service music, including the musical interlude piece.  Let’s create beautiful music to the Lord!  See Ruth Yeadon for more information. 

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of the following food items:
Cans of Spaghettios and Beefaroni. Canned fruit: applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple, etc. 64 oz. Bottles of juice:  Apple, Grape, Fruit Punch are preferred.  Thank you for your help providing food for our brothers and sisters in need.

>>>SONS OF THUNDER will NOT be collecting bottles next Sunday. We will resume in August. 

SINGING OPPORTUNITY!!  Anyone is invited to come to church on Sunday morning at 8:30AM, before the service begins, to “preview” the service music, including the musical interlude piece.  Let’s create beautiful music to the Lord!  See Ruth Yeadon for more information. 

St. Paul’s Church Picnic: PLEASE SAVE THE DATE!  SUNDAY – AUGUST 13TH – 12:30pm – 3pm hosted by our Church Council. A wonderful opportunity to invite friends!  Worship Service will be held at 9am as usual.  More information will follow.

TODAY: Sundaes and Operation Christmas Child Kickoff in the lower fellowship hall!  Enjoy some ice cream and start a Gospel Opportunity Box!

LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS: 

The Farmington Valley Health District will be offering an eight-hour Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course here at St Paul’s over two evenings in September (the 12th and 19th, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM).  MHFA teaches you how to identify understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults and youth. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.  The Health District is offering this program at no cost to participants. Maximum number of seats is 30, with priority given to members and friends of St Paul’s.  If you’d like to attend, or if you have any questions, contact Fred Schott wfredschott@gmail.com).

MITE BOXES:  please bring in your Mites and leave them in the box in the narthex. 

Thank you, Sally

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox. 

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice, coffee, and 15oz cans of spaghettios, beefaroni, ravioli, etc.  Thank you.

SINGING OPPORTUNITY!!  Anyone is invited to come to church on Sunday morning at 8:30AM, before the service begins, to “preview” the service music, including the musical interlude piece.  Let’s create beautiful music to the Lord!  See Ruth Yeadon for more information. 

Mission Update: Operation Christmas Child Kick Off July 23rd. Sundaes on Sunday and Adopt a Box!     

St. Paul’s Church Picnic: PLEASE SAVE THE DATE!  SUNDAY – AUGUST 13TH – 12:30pm – 3pm hosted by our Church Council. A wonderful opportunity to invite friends!  Worship Service will be held at 9am as usual.  More information will follow.

NOTICE FROM Brenda Bacon, Business Manager, New England District, LCMS: District President Beinke’s Bible Study, that is held each Thursday evening at 7:00pm, will be suspended for the summer.  The Bible study will resume on September 7, 2023.

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox. 

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice, coffee, and 15oz cans of spaghettios, beefaroni, ravioli, etc.  Thank you.

SINGING OPPORTUNITY!!  Anyone is invited to come to church on Sunday morning at 8:30AM, before the service begins, to “preview” the service music, including the musical interlude piece.  Let’s create beautiful music to the Lord!  See Ruth Yeadon for more information. 

Mission Update: Operation Christmas Child Kick Off July 23rd. Sundaes on Sunday and Adopt a Box!   More information to follow in July.  

WINDOWS OF JOY will meet at St. Paul’s, Saturday, July 8^th, at 2:00pm, in the Lower Fellowship Room. 

St. Paul’s Church Picnic: PLEASE SAVE THE DATE!  SUNDAY – AUGUST 13TH – 12:30pm – 3pm hosted by our Church Council. A wonderful opportunity to invite friends!  Worship Service will be held at 9am as usual.  More information will follow. n