St. Paul’s Lenten Journey 2018

Here comes Lent, and the Savior in the Psalms!  This yearly 40 day journey of reflection and contemplation enables us to pause and reflect on our sins, our need for a Savior, and the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Throughout the six Wednesdays of Lent this year (Feb 14 – March 21), I invite you to join with your church family in worship as we look to the book of Psalms to answer questions like these:

• Is Jesus there in the Psalms?
• Did Jesus pray the Psalms?
• How does praying the Psalms strengthen us to follow the words of the Savior, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” Luke 9:23

 

Worship Theme: The Savior in the Psalms

 

2/14 – Ash Wed.:     The Soul Laid Bare
2/21 – Midweek 2:  Jesus Suffers for His Love
2/28 – Midweek 3:  Yes, It Was as They Said
3/07 – Midweek 4:  Kings Conspire to Kill Christ

3/14 – Midweek 5:  View the Passion from the Cross

3/21 – Midweek 6:  Christ is the Savior the Father Wanted

 

Lenten Dinners… Come enjoy food and fellowship at 6:00 pm on Wednesday nights, beginning Ash Wednesday, February 14^th. Soup, salad, bread, dessert and drinks will be provided. Also peanut butter and jelly for sandwiches. Come as you are – no need to bring anything – just join with the church family for this meal together before Lenten worship at 7:00 pm.

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, together with your church family, over these 40 days.  Bookmarks with all 40 days of Psalms readings are available on the table in the Narthex.

Look also for your daily email, beginning Feb. 14th, with the Psalm reading, prayer and hymn verse.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of crackers, jam/jelly (except grape), toothpaste, coffee (12oz. size), juice bottles (except grape), and soap (Dial, Zest, Dove, etc…).  Thank you.

 

>>>ST. PAUL’S is hosting a Hands Only CPR Course on Saturday, February 17^th, at 9:00am – 11:30am:

Open to the public. Bring a friend or neighbor.

Instructors are New Hartford Ambulance Association (NHAA) certified.

Cost: No charge, a donation to NHAA is suggested.

Required:  RSVP to St. Paul’s church office: 860-379-3172 or email to slutheranchurch@snet.net as soon as possible!!

This course will cover the topics of a full CPR certification class in an abbreviated format including: Hands Only CPR, First Aid and Defibrillator (AED) use.  Length of class will be approximately 2 hours. (Note: Due to the abbreviated format a CPR certificate cannot be granted).   Thank you,  John Burdick

 

2017 year-end giving statements have been mailed out.  If you did not receive yours, please contact the church office:  860-379-3172 or email Janice at slutheranchurch@snet.net.

 

ALTAR GUILD…is in need of volunteers to care for the Lord’s altar by setting up Holy Communion before worship and cleaning the communion ware after worship.  Training is provided.  Please contact Cynthia Boyle or Sally Wabrek if you are interested in serving as an individual, a couple, or a family.

 

Choir Rehearsals for Lent and Holy Week singing…will be on Sunday mornings between the 8:00 am worship service and the Christian Education Hour at 9:30 am. If you love to sing, you’re invited to join this festival choir. Please see Director of Music Ruth Yeadon if you have any questions.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL is fast approaching.  Snack needs are listed below and donations would be appreciated!  Please leave them in the back of the church kitchen.  If you have questions, please contact Amy Eversole at 860-921-7947 or aanop@aol.com.  Thank you.

• Gold fish (kids really enjoy these).
• 2-3 boxes of Fruit Loops Cereal.
• 2-3 bags of mini pretzel twists.
• 2-3 large bags of M&M’s plain.
• 2-3 bags of mini marshmallows.
• 3-4 regular size boxes of animal crackers.
• 2-3 large containers of powdered lemonade drink mix.
• 1 bottle Hershey’s chocolate syrup and 1 bottle caramel syrup.
• 3 Whipped cream in the can (Redi-Whip).
• 2-3 small jars of Maraschino cherries.
• 1 large container of rainbow sprinkles.

1 bag of popping corn kernels.

PLEASE CHECK your mailbox.

Update from Rev. Dr. Timothy Quill regarding the International Student Project:  The Schwan Foundation is now matching your gifts dollar for dollar up to $67,000.   ALL donations will go into the International Student Fund and go to the students.  Please make checks out to: “CTS” or “Concordia Theological Seminary” and in the memo line please note “International Student Fund.”  Mail to Advancement Office, Concordia Theological Seminary, 6600 N Clinton St., Fort Wayne, IN 46897-2634.  The deadline is October 14, 2017.  Thank you.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!  Hot Dog Picnic at St. Paul’s, Saturday, July 22^nd, 5 – 7:30pm, rain or shine!!  Hot dogs, rolls, ice cream, and beverages provided.  Please bring a dish to share.  Volunteers needed to help set up.  If you have any questions, please contact Denise Yoreo at deyoreo@gmail.com.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of coffee, tea & toothpaste.  Thank you.

COFFEE HOUR hosts/hostesses needed!  Please contact Janice Becker for more information @ 860-379-3172 or slutheranchurch@snet.net .

 Vacation Bible School at St. Paul’s! Monday, July 17^th – Friday, July 21^st ~ 9am – 11:45am “Mighty Fortress VBS,” kids learn that God is their refuge and strength. They may not ace the test or make the team, but God promises to be their rock and their salvation – their fortress and sure defense. In Jesus, the victory is won! Come along as we sing fun songs, do crazy crafts, eat yummy snacks, play awesome games, and more! Contact Marissa Manor atmmanor17@gmail.com or Pastor Manor for more information.  Registration for participants and volunteers is available now atwww.vbsmate.com/SPLCNewHartford.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!  Hot Dog Picnic at St. Paul’s, Saturday, July 22^nd, 5 – 7:30pm, rain or shine!!  Hot dogs, rolls, ice cream, and beverages provided. Please bring a dish to share. If you have any questions, please contact Denise Yoreo at deyoreo@gmail.com.  

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of  tea & toothpaste.  Thank you.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL is fast approaching.  Snack needs are listed below and donations would be appreciated!  Please leave them in the back of the church kitchen.  If you have questions, please contact Amy Eversole at 860-921-7947 or aanop@aol.com. Thank you. 

• Gold fish (kids really enjoy these).

• 2-3 boxes of Fruit Loops Cereal.

• 2-3 bags of mini pretzel twists.

• 2-3 large bags of M&M’s plain.

• 2-3 bags of mini marshmallows.

• 3-4 regular size boxes of animal crackers.

• 2-3 large containers of powdered lemonade drink mix.

• 1 bottle Hershey’s chocolate syrup and 1 bottle caramel syrup.

• 3 Whipped cream in the can (Redi-Whip).

• 2-3 small jars of Maraschino cherries.

• 1 large container of rainbow sprinkles.

• 1 bag of popping corn kernels. 

Vacation Bible School at St. Paul’s!  Monday, July 17^th – Friday, July 21^st ~ 9am – 11:45am.  “Mighty Fortress VBS,” kids learn that God is their refuge and strength. They may not ace the test or make the team, but God promises to be their rock and their salvation – their fortress and sure defense. In Jesus, the victory is won! Come along as we sing fun songs, do crazy crafts, eat yummy snacks, play awesome games, and more! Contact Marissa Manor at mmanor17@gmail.com or Pastor Manor for more information.

Registration for participants and volunteers is available now at www.vbsmate.com/SPLCNewHartford.

>>>>FROM THE CHURCH TREASURER:  please use 2017 offering envelopes only!   

Pastor Manor and Pastor Mongeau are on vacation…throughout this week. They will return to the office and to Hands of Grace on Monday, July 10th. While they are away, if you are in need of pastoral care, please contact Elder Chairman Travis Lowman at 

860-806-1285 (any time) or Janice Becker at the church office at 860-379-3172 (Monday – Thursday mornings). District President Timothy Yeadon will lead worship and the Bible study time on Sunday, July 9th.