HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice and canned macaroni such as Beefaroni, Spaghettio’s with meatballs, etc…  Thank you. 

SAVE THE DATE:  Saturday, March 23^rd, 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.  A Youth Fund Pasta Pot Bless Fundraiser!  We have the privilege of having two young ladies who are signed up to attend the 2019 LCMS National Youth Gathering July 11^th -15^th in Minneapolis, Minnesota!  This function will be a fun way to gather our support.  We will hear from the girls about The Gathering and from our Christian Education Chair, who will share information regarding opportunities for youth as well as Christian Education’s vision for our youth going forward!  It is going to be a super supper and time of Fellowship and support!  Everyone is welcome and all youth greatly encouraged to attend with their families!  POC:  Cheryl Lowman via e-mail at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com  Baskets for a free will offering will be distributed that evening.  Let’s pour into our youth and rejoice in all God will do in their hearts as they seek Him!

“Dave and I want to thank our friends at St. Paul’s for your care and concern shown our family through the cards of comfort, meals brought in to provide for physical needs, but most of all your prayers during the difficult circumstances our family experienced.  We are grateful to the Lord how He provides for us through each of you.” 

~Sincerely, Mary and Dave Vincent

REMINDER from our financial secretary… please use your 2019 offering envelopes.  Do not use 2018 offering envelopes as your number may have changed!  Thank you.

PLEASE check your church mailbox!

ASH WEDNESDAY…Would you like to have the Imposition of Ashes to start your day on Ash Wednesday? All are welcome for a short time (10-15 minutes) of Confession, Scripture, and the imposition of ashes, beginning at 7:00 am on March 6^th. Full Ash Wednesday worship with the Imposition of Ashes and Communion is at 7:00 pm on the 6^th.

PRAYER/SEWING CIRCLE – we will have our next meeting on March 9^th, at 9:00 AM.  Meeting to be held in the upper fellowship room.  We will be working on our next project so bring your crochet hooks/knitting needles to get started.  Patterns will be available at the meeting. Please see Tami Weeks.  

St. Paul’s Lenten Journey 2019

“What’s the deal with Lent?” Worship at 7:00 pm on Wednesdays!

3/06 – Ash Wed.:    Why Ashes?
3/13 – Midweek 2:  Why Fasting?
3/20 – Midweek 3:  Why Repentance?
3/27 – Midweek 4:  Why Foot Washing? 

4/03 – Midweek 5:  Why Veils? 

4/10 – Midweek 6:  Why Palms?

Lenten Dinners…Food & fellowship at 6:00 pm on Wednesday nights, beginning Ash Wednesday, March 6^th. Soup, salad, bread, dessert and drinks provided. Come as you are – no need to bring anything – just join with the church family for this meal together before Lenten worship. If you would like to provide soup or dessert, please write your name on the sign-up sheet on the table in the narthex. 

Daily Reading of the Psalms… As our Lenten journey begins I encourage you to spend some time each day in contemplative reflection, reading through all 150 of the Psalms over 40 days with your church family. Bookmarks with all 40 days of Psalms readings are available on the table in the Narthex. Look also for your daily email, beginning March 6^th, with the Psalm reading, prayer and hymn verse.

Lenten Devotional Books…available on the table in the narthex!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:  tag sale at Hands of Grace on Saturday, March 30^th, 9:00am – 2:00pm.  Hands of Grace Outdoors will have a bake sale as well! 

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice and canned macaroni such as Beefaroni, Spaghettio’s with meatballs, etc…  Thank you. 

SAVE THE DATE:  Saturday, March 23^rd, 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.  A Youth Fund Pasta Pot Bless Fundraiser!  We have the privilege of having two young ladies who are signed up to attend the 2019 LCMS National Youth Gathering July 11^th -15^th in Minneapolis, Minnesota!  This function will be a fun way to gather our support.  We will hear from the girls about The Gathering and from our Christian Education Chair, who will share information regarding opportunities for youth as well as Christian Education’s vision for our youth going forward!  It is going to be a super supper and time of Fellowship and support!  Everyone is welcome and all youth greatly encouraged to attend with their families!  POC:  Cheryl Lowman via e-mail at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com  Baskets for a free will offering will be distributed that evening.  Let’s pour into our youth and rejoice in all God will do in their hearts as they seek Him!

LADIES BIBLE STUDY will meet Tuesday, February 26^th, 1:00 to 2:15 p.m. in the Upper Fellowship Room.  We will continue our study on WISDOM!  Come, enjoy digging into God’s Holy Word and learn more about Him and how we can walk in His Wisdom!  All Ladies welcome!

“Dave and I want to thank our friends at St. Paul’s for your care and concern shown our family through the cards of comfort, meals brought in to provide for physical needs, but most of all your prayers during the difficult circumstances our family experienced.  We are grateful to the Lord how He provides for us through each of you.”  ~ Sincerely, Mary & Dave Vincent

“Life in Christ”

A Sermon Series from 1 Corinthians 12 – 15

One Spirit ~ 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 ~ Jan. 20

One Body ~ 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 ~ Jan. 27

One Love ~ 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13 ~ Feb. 3

One Church ~ 1 Corinthians 14:12-20 ~ Feb. 10

One Resurrection ~ 1 Corinthians 15:1-20 ~ Feb. 17

One Hope ~ 1 Corinthians 15:21-42 ~ Feb. 24

What’s our faith foundation? What do we really believe? We look to answer those questions and more over the next several weeks.  Everyone is invited to the adult Bible study time at 9:45am on Sundays to discover, or re-discover, the riches of our faith – what we believe, teach, and confess. Pastor Mongeau will lead this engaging discussion designed for our church family members, those who have been visiting our church family, and those who are brand new to Christianity. Come and ask a lot of questions or just come and listen, as we explore together the foundation of our faith and what we truly believe. If you have any questions, please talk to Pastor Mongeau or Pastor Manor.

REMINDER from our financial secretary… please use your 2019 offering envelopes.  Do not use 2018 offering envelopes as your number may have changed!  Thank you. 

ASH WEDNESDAY…Would you like to have the Imposition of Ashes to start your day on Ash Wednesday? All are welcome for a short time(10-15 minutes) of Confession, Scripture, and the imposition of ashes, beginning at 7:00 am on March 6^th. Full Ash Wednesday worship with the Imposition of Ashes and Communion is at 7:00 pm on the 6^th.

LENTEN DINNERS…Come enjoy food and fellowship on Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm, beginning Ash Wednesday, March 13th. More details coming soon!

PRAYER/SEWING CIRCLE – we will have our next meeting on March 9^th, at 9:00 AM.  Meeting to be held in the upper fellowship room.  We will be working on our next project so bring your crochet hooks/knitting needles to get started.  Patterns will be available at the meeting. Please RSVP to Tami at GSmama62att.net

 

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice and canned macaroni such as Beefaroni, Spaghettio’s with meatballs, etc…  Thank you. 

HANDS OF GRACE HOURS OF OPERATION

• We are open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 9:00am – 4:00pm for client appointments, and Thursdays from 9:00am – 12Noon to receive donations. 
• Volunteer opportunities are available in the following areas:  household sorting (Mondays), area leader is Deb Burdick, food delivery (Tuesdays), area leader is Leslie Denton, and clothes sorting (Wednesdays), area leader is Denise Yoreo.

If you would like to volunteer in one of these areas please contact the area leader or myself.  Thank you, Pastor Mongeau

THE THIRD THURSDAY THING…Hands of Grace is starting a men’s fellowship group.  We will meet at Hands of Grace on the third Thursday of the month at 6:00p.m.  Our first meeting will be on Thursday, February 21^st.  All men are welcome for food and fellowship. If you would like to bring food, bring enough to share.  Contact Shawn Weeks or Pastor Mongeau if you have any questions.

Life in Christ”

A Sermon Series from 1 Corinthians 12 – 15

One Spirit ~ 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 ~ Jan. 20

One Body ~ 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 ~ Jan. 27

One Love ~ 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13 ~ Feb. 3

One Church ~ 1 Corinthians 14:12-20 ~ Feb. 10

One Resurrection ~ 1 Corinthians 15:1-20 ~ Feb. 17

One Hope ~ 1 Corinthians 15:21-42 ~ Feb. 24

What’s our faith foundation? What do we really believe? We look to answer those questions and more over the next several weeks.  Everyone is invited to the adult Bible study time at 9:45am on Sundays to discover, or re-discover, the riches of our faith – what we believe, teach, and confess. Pastor Mongeau will lead this engaging discussion designed for our church family members, those who have been visiting our church family, and those who are brand new to Christianity. Come and ask a lot of questions or just come and listen, as we explore together the foundation of our faith and what we truly believe. If you have any questions, please talk to Pastor Mongeau or Pastor Manor.

SAVE THE DATE:  Saturday, March 23^rd, 5 – 7:30 p.m.  A Youth Fund Pasta Pot Bless Fundraiser!  We have the privilege of having two young ladies who are signed up to attend the 2019 LCMS National Youth Gathering July 11^th -15^th in Minneapolis, Minnesota!  This function will be a fun way to gather our support.  We will hear from the girls about The Gathering and from our Christian Education Chair, who will share information regarding opportunities for youth as well as Christian Education’s vision for our youth going forward!  It is going to be a super supper and time of Fellowship and support!  Everyone is welcome and all youth greatly encouraged to attend with their families!  POC:  Cheryl Lowman via e-mail at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com  Baskets for a free will offering will be distributed that evening.  Let’s pour into our youth and rejoice in all God will do in their hearts as they seek Him!

LADIES BIBLE STUDY will meet Tuesday, February 26^th, 1:00 to 2:15 p.m. in the Upper Fellowship Room.  We will continue our study on WISDOM!  Come, enjoy digging into God’s Holy Word and learn more about Him and how we can walk in His Wisdom!  All Ladies welcome!

Lift up in prayer…

Family of Eda Wabrek, who passed away on Tuesday. 

    Cards may be sent to:

• Steven Wabrek Family, 221 Holcomb Hill Rd., New Hartford, CT, 06057.
• Heidi Gallagher, 211 Holcomb Hill Rd., New Hartford, CT.
• Walter Wabrek Family, P.O. Box 6, New Hartford, CT.
• John Wabrek Family, 229 Holcomb Hill Rd., New Hartford, CT.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice and canned macaroni such as Beefaroni, Spaghettio’s with meatballs, etc…  Thank you. 

VOLUNTEERS are needed to serve St. Paul’s on our Altar Guild!  Minimal time involved and training is provided.  If you are interested, please see or email Cynthia Boyle at cynthia.boyle@winchesterschools.org.  Thank you.

HANDS OF GRACE HOURS OF OPERATION:

• We are open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 9:00am – 4:00pm for client appointments, and Thursdays from 9:00am – 12Noon to receive donations. 
• Volunteer opportunities are available in the following areas:  household sorting (Mondays), area leader is Deb Burdick,      food delivery (Tuesdays), area leader is Leslie Denton, and           clothes sorting (Wednesdays), area leader is Denise Yoreo.

If you would like to volunteer in one of these areas please contact the area leader or myself.  Thank you, Pastor Mongeau

JUNIOR HIGH WINTER EXTRAVAGANZA!   St. Paul’s Junior High Youth – Save the dates of Friday, March 1 – Sunday, March 3 so you can be a part of the fun at the District Youth Retreat in Keene, NH. St. Paul’s youth have attended this event for the past 5 years and they can tell you what great fun, fellowship, faith-building, and food they enjoyed!  Please see Pastor Manor with any questions.

***PLEASE check your church mailbox.  

“Life in Christ”

A Sermon Series from 1 Corinthians 12 – 15

St. Paul, through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, writes much about living our baptized life in Christ. The assigned readings for the next six weeks include Epistle lessons from Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians focusing on this topic. Come and explore together our “Life in Christ”!

One Spirit ~ 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 ~ Jan. 20

One Body ~ 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 ~ Jan. 27

One Love ~ 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13 ~ Feb. 3

One Church ~ 1 Corinthians 14:12-20 ~ Feb. 10

One Resurrection ~ 1 Corinthians 15:1-20 ~ Feb. 17

One Hope ~ 1 Corinthians 15:21-42 ~ Feb. 24

What’s our faith foundation? What do we really believe? We look to answer those questions and more over the next several weeks.  Everyone is invited to the adult Bible study time at 9:45am on Sundays to discover, or re-discover, the riches of our faith – what we believe, teach, and confess. Pastor Mongeau will lead this engaging discussion designed for our church family members, those who have been visiting our church family, and those who are brand new to Christianity. Come and ask a lot of questions or just come and listen, as we explore together the foundation of our faith and what we truly believe. If you have any questions, please talk to Pastor Mongeau or Pastor Manor.

THE THIRD THURSDAY THING…Hands of Grace is starting a men’s fellowship group.  We will meet at Hands of Grace on the third Thursday of the month at 6:00p.m.  Our first meeting will be on Thursday February 21^st.  All men are welcome for food and fellowship. If you would like to bring food, bring enough to share.  Contact Shawn Weeks or Pastor Mongeau if you have any questions.

SAVE THE DATE:  Youth Fundraiser!!  Pasta Pot Bless on Saturday, March 23^rd, 5-7:30pm.  Details to follow.

REMINDER from our financial secretary… please use your 2019 offering envelopes.  Do not use 2018 offering envelopes as your number may have changed!  Thank you. 

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice and canned macaroni such as Beefaroni, Spaghettio’s with meatballs, etc…  Thank you. 

VOLUNTEERS are needed to serve St. Paul’s on our Altar Guild!  Minimal time involved and training is provided.  If you are interested, please see or email Cynthia Boyle at cynthia.boyle@winchesterschools.org.  Thank you.

HANDS OF GRACE HOURS OF OPERATION:

• We are open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 9:00am – 4:00pm for client appointments, and Thursdays from 9:00am – 12Noon to receive donations. 
• Volunteer opportunities are available in the following areas:  household sorting (Mondays), area leader is Deb Burdick, food delivery (Tuesdays), area leader is Leslie Denton, and clothes sorting (Wednesdays), area leader is Denise Yoreo.

If you would like to volunteer in one of these areas please contact the area leader or myself.  Thank you, Pastor Mongeau

JUNIOR HIGH WINTER EXTRAVAGANZA!   St. Paul’s Junior High Youth – Save the dates of Friday, March 1 – Sunday, March 3 so you can be a part of the fun at the District Youth Retreat in Keene, NH. St. Paul’s youth have attended this event for the past 5 years and they can tell you what great fun, fellowship, faith-building, and food they enjoyed!  Please see Pastor Manor with any questions.

***PLEASE check your church mailbox.  

“Life in Christ”

A Sermon Series from 1 Corinthians 12 – 15

St. Paul, through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, writes much about living our baptized life in Christ. The assigned readings for the next six weeks include Epistle lessons from Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians focusing on this topic. Come and explore together our “Life in Christ”!

One Spirit ~ 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 ~ Jan. 20

One Body ~ 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 ~ Jan. 27

One Love ~ 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13 ~ Feb. 3

One Church ~ 1 Corinthians 14:12-20 ~ Feb. 10

One Resurrection ~ 1 Corinthians 15:1-20 ~ Feb. 17

One Hope ~ 1 Corinthians 15:21-42 ~ Feb. 24

What’s our faith foundation? What do we really believe? We look to answer those questions and more over the next several weeks.  Everyone is invited to the adult Bible study time at 9:45am on Sundays to discover, or re-discover, the riches of our faith – what we believe, teach, and confess. Pastor Mongeau will lead this engaging discussion designed for our church family members, those who have been visiting our church family, and those who are brand new to Christianity. Come and ask a lot of questions or just come and listen, as we explore together the foundation of our faith and what we truly believe. If you have any questions, please talk to Pastor Mongeau or Pastor Manor.

THE THIRD THURSDAY THING…Hands of Grace is starting a men’s fellowship group.  We will meet at Hands of Grace on the third Thursday of the month at 6:00p.m.  Our first meeting will be on Thursday February 21^st.  All men are welcome for food and fellowship

If you would like to bring food, bring enough to share.  Contact Shawn Weeks or Pastor Mongeau if you have any questions.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice and canned macaroni such as Beefaroni, Spaghettio’s with meatballs, etc…  Thank you. 

VOLUNTEERS are needed to serve St. Paul’s on our Altar Guild!  Minimal time involved and training is provided.  If you are interested, please see or email Cynthia Boyle at cynthia.boyle@winchesterschools.org.  Thank you.

HANDS OF GRACE HOURS OF OPERATION:

• We are open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 9:00am – 4:00pm for client appointments, and Thursdays from 9:00am – 12Noon to receive donations. 
• Volunteer opportunities are available in the following areas:  household sorting (Mondays), area leader is Deb Burdick,      food delivery (Tuesdays), area leader is Leslie Denton, and           clothes sorting (Wednesdays), area leader is Denise Yoreo.

If you would like to volunteer in one of these areas please contact the area leader or myself.  Thank you, Pastor Mongeau

JUNIOR HIGH WINTER EXTRAVAGANZA!   St. Paul’s Junior High Youth – Save the dates of Friday, March 1 – Sunday, March 3 so you can be a part of the fun at the District Youth Retreat in Keene, NH. St. Paul’s youth have attended this event for the past 5 years and they can tell you what great fun, fellowship, faith-building, and food they enjoyed!  Full information and registration forms are coming soon. Please see Pastor Manor with any questions.

2018 OFFERING STATEMENTS are now in your church mailbox. If you did not receive a statement or have questions, please contact Allison Mongeau at bookessentials@sbcglobal.net.

“Life in Christ”

A Sermon Series from 1 Corinthians 12 – 15

St. Paul, through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, writes much about living our baptized life in Christ. The assigned readings for the next six weeks include Epistle lessons from Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians focusing on this topic. Come and explore together our “Life in Christ”!

One Body ~ 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 ~ Jan. 27

One Love ~ 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13 ~ Feb. 3

One Church ~ 1 Corinthians 14:12-20 ~ Feb. 10

One Resurrection ~ 1 Corinthians 15:1-20 ~ Feb. 17

One Hope ~ 1 Corinthians 15:21-42 ~ Feb. 24

What’s our faith foundation? What do we really believe? We look to answer those questions and more over the next several weeks, beginning this Sunday, January 27^th, at 9:45 am. Everyone is invited to the adult Bible study time to discover, or re-discover, the riches of our faith – what we believe, teach, and confess. Pastor Mongeau will lead this engaging discussion designed for our church family members, those who have been visiting our church family, and those who are brand new to Christianity. Come and ask a lot of questions or just come and listen, as we explore together the foundation of our faith and what we truly believe. If you have any questions, please talk to Pastor Mongeau or Pastor Manor.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice, any flavor.  Thank you.

SAMARITAN’S PURSE OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES…..are on their way. I found out that the ones I registered on “track your box” went to Kenya and Malawi! Where did your box go?  Please let us know!  It will be fun to see how far St. Paul’s boxes have traveled.  Please continue to pray for the child who will open your box, and that they will be touched with the message of Jesus’ love.  Such joy to share the Gospel of Jesus in the world!  To God be praise!  Denise Yoreo, Mission Board Chairman   

ANNUAL VOTER’S MEETING…Will be on Sunday, January 20^th at 12:00pm. Please plan on attending this meeting where we will hear year end reports, approve the 2019 church budget, elect church leaders, and approve by-laws.

DAUGHTERS OF FAITH (Young Ladies and Mentors Group) will be meeting Saturday, January 26th from 2:00 – 3:30pm.  We will be studying and discussing “Contentment”.  Come join us for our study, snacks, fellowship and fun!  Please see Miss Judy (Byrne) to let her know if you are planning to attend.

LADIES BIBLE STUDY will meet Tuesday, January 22^nd, in the upper fellowship room from 1:00-2:15pm. We will begin a study on WISDOM.  How better to begin a brand new year of our Lord! Our studies will meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month until further notice. Please join us when your schedule permits.  A cancellation phone chain will be established and on hand in case of inclement weather on our study day.  Thank you, Cheryl Lowman and Judy Byrne

HANDS OF GRACE HOURS OF OPERATION:

• We are open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 9:00am to 4:00pm for client appointments, and Thursdays from 9:00am – 12Noon to receive donations.
• Volunteer opportunities are available in the following areas: household sorting (Mondays), area leader is Deb Burdick, food delivery (Tuesdays), area leader is Leslie Denton, and clothes sorting (Wednesdays), area leader is Denise Yoreo.

If you would like to volunteer in one of these areas please contact the area leader or myself.  Thank you, Pastor Mongeau

VOLUNTEERS are needed to serve St. Paul’s on our Altar Guild!  Minimal time involved and training is provided.  If you are interested, please see or email Cynthia Boyle at cynthia.boyle@winchesterschools.org.  Thank you.

Hands of Grace…is in need of juice, any flavor.  Thank you.

Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes…are on their way. I found out that the ones I registered on “track your box” went to Kenya and Malawi! Where did your box go?  Please let us know!  It will be fun to see how far St. Paul’s boxes have traveled.  Please continue to pray for the child who will open your box, and that they will be touched with the message of Jesus’ love. Such joy to share the Gospel of Jesus in the world! To God be praise! Denise Yoreo, Mission Board Chairman

2019 Offering Envelopes…are in the upper fellowship room. If you need offering envelopes or have questions, contact Allison Mongeau at bookessentials@sbcglobal.net

Annual Voter’s Meeting…will be on Sunday, January 20th at 12:00 pm. Please plan on attending this meeting where we will hear year end reports, approve the 2019 church budget, vote on changes to the By-Laws in our Constitution, and elect church leaders.

DAUGHTERS OF FAITH  (Young Ladies and Mentors Group) will be meeting Saturday, January 26th from 2 – 3:30 pm.  We will be studying and discussing “Contentment”.  Come join us for our study, snacks, fellowship and fun!  Please contact Miss Judy (Byrne) to let her know if you are planning to attend.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice, any flavor.  Thank you.   

REGULAR weekly worship schedule resumes the week of January 6^th, 2019.   

SAMARITAN’S PURSE OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES…..are on their way. I found out that the ones I registered on “track your box” went to Kenya and Malawi! Where did your box go?  Please let us know!  It will be fun to see how far St. Paul’s boxes have traveled.  Please continue to pray for the child who will open your box, and that they will be touched with the message of Jesus’ love.  Such joy to share the Gospel of Jesus in the world!  To God be praise!  Denise Yoreo, Mission Board Chairman     

THE GIVING TREE…Over the years here at St. Paul’s, we’ve had the joy of designating our sanctuary Christmas Tree to be a Giving Tree for church family members to contribute towards the needs of others. This year, the Board of Missions is asking for donations that will support the work of the Orphan Grain Train Branch as they help with disaster relief efforts in Florida, North Carolina, and Texas. The needed items are: Diapers (sizes Newborn, 1, 4, 5); Diaper rash ointment; New Blankets; Towels & washcloths; Coloring books & Crayons. If you prefer to make a financial donation that will be used by OGT to purchase supplies and cover transportation costs to send out supplies, you may give a check payable to “OGT New England Branch” (please do not address the check to St. Paul’s). Please bring your items, or your monetary donation in an envelope, and place them under/in the Giving Tree. We will be collecting items and monetary donations until Epiphany, January 6^th. Any questions?  Please contact Denise Yoreo or Pastor Manor.

ANNUAL VOTER’S MEETING…Will be on Sunday, January 20^th at 12:00 pm. Please plan on attending this meeting where we will hear year end reports, approve the 2019 church budget, and elect church leaders.

UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION …If your address, home phone number, cell phone number, or email address has changed, please let the church office (Janice) know so we can maintain accurate records – thank you!   

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox.

>>>2019 OFFERING ENVELOPES are on the table in the upper fellowship room.  If you do not have offering envelopes, please contact Allison Mongeau at bookessentials@sbcglobal.net

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of juice, any flavor.  Thank you.

CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR THE CHURCH FAMILY….All are invited to share Christmas greetings with your St. Paul’s church family. One of the bulletin boards in the hallway above the Lower Fellowship Room is dedicated for cards, photos, or letters. Check out the greetings from others, and feel free to add yours to the board! 

Holiday Schedule at St. Paul’s 2018:

Please mark your calendars! Note the worship time …

• Monday, December 24^th, 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm – Christmas Eve worship
• Tuesday, December 25^th, 9:00 am – Christmas Day worship
• Sunday, December 30^th, 9:00 am – ONE worship service
• Regular weekly schedule resumes the week of January 6^th, 2019.
  

ANNUAL VOTER’S MEETING…Will be on Sunday, January 20^th at 12:00 pm. Please plan on attending this meeting where we will hear year end reports, approve the 2019 church budget, and elect church leaders.

ALL CHURCH FAMILY BIBLE STUDY FUN SUNDAY…. following the 9:00 am worship, everyone is invited for a time of Bible study fun as we celebrate the Advent and Christmas holiday season!

UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION …If your address, home phone number, cell phone number, or email address has changed, please let the church office (Janice) know so we can maintain accurate records – thank you!

THE GIVING TREE…Over the years here at St. Paul’s, we’ve had the joy of designating our sanctuary Christmas Tree to be a Giving Tree for church family members to contribute towards the needs of others. This year, the Board of Missions is asking for donations that will support the work of the Orphan Grain Train Branch as they help with disaster relief efforts in Florida, North Carolina, and Texas. The needed items are: Diapers (sizes Newborn, 1, 4, 5); Diaper rash ointment; New Blankets; Towels & washcloths; Coloring books & Crayons. If you prefer to make a financial donation that will be used by OGT to purchase supplies and cover transportation costs to send out supplies, you may give a check payable to “OGT New England Branch” (please do not address the check to St. Paul’s). Please bring your items, or your monetary donation in an envelope, and place them under/in the Giving Tree. We will be collecting items and monetary donations until Epiphany, January 6^th. Any questions?  Please contact Denise Yoreo or Pastor Manor.

SAMARITAN’S PURSE OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES…..are on their way. I found out that the ones I registered on “track your box” went to Kenya and Malawi! Where did your box go?  Please let us know!  It will be fun to see how far St. Paul’s boxes have traveled.  Please continue to pray for the child who will open your box, and that they will be touched with the message of Jesus’ love.  Such joy to share the Gospel of Jesus in the world!  To God be praise!  Denise Yoreo, Mission Board Chairman

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox.  

REMINDER:  please enjoy snacks and beverages in the coffee hour area and lower fellowship room.  Thank you, St. Paul’s Trustees