HANDS OF GRACE is in need of cereal, soup, juice bottles and toothpaste.  ALSO, we need plastic bags!  Thank you.    

LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY will meet in the upper fellowship room on Wednesday, August 29^th, at 1:00 pm.  Since Cheryl Lowman will be just back from vacation, Judy Byrne has graciously agreed to facilitate this month’s study.  Please remember all women are welcome to come to every study or just as schedules permit.  For your planning purposes, please know the study concludes no later than 2:15 pm.  It is such a joy to study God’s Word together!

PLEASE take a moment to check your church mailbox.

YOUNG LADIES MENTOR GROUP will hold its second meeting on Thursday, August 30^th, from 5:30-7:30pm! It’s a “Come and Make Your Own Pizza” meal followed by a discussion facilitated by Judy Byrne on “How to handle peer pressure from a Biblical Prospective”.  Preteens through college age as well as all women of the church are cordially invited to come, enjoy pizza and grow in our Lord as we kick off a brand new school year together!  Please let Siri Rivera, Emily Jury, or Cheryl Lowman (cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com) know if you will be coming so ample pizza supplies are available.  A donation basket will be set out that evening to help offset grocery purchases.   If you find yourself free on that date and have not let us know…come anyway!    

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry:  Prayer at 6:30 pm in the Upper Conference Room – Worship at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. Our topic for worship throughout the month of August will be “Heroes of the Faith”. Our hero this coming week: Elisha! 

Rally Day – Sunday, September 9^th – One Worship at 9:00am: All are invited to this exciting morning at St. Paul’s as we kick off the education year. The day will include one worship service at 9:00 am with the installation of our Education leaders. At the end of worship we will have coffee fellowship for adults, a meet and greet with Sunday school class leaders for kids, a Bible treasure hunt for all ages, and ice cream!

Changes to Sunday Mornings – Beginning September 16^th     Following Rally Day on Sept 9^th, we will begin our fall worship and education schedule on Sept 16^th.  Worship at 8:00 am and 10:45 am will continue to be more traditional in format with a Children’s Message and Holy Communion at every service, every Sunday.  At 9:45 am, there will be a third worship opportunity in the sanctuary that is more contemporary in nature. It will include a different style of music than our other two worship opportunities, and will include Holy Communion.  At the 10:45 am worship service, we will be implementing a Staffed Nursery Room. While children are always welcome in worship, this option will be available for infants and toddlers to be cared for during the sermon portion of the service if parents so desire.  At 9:30 am each Sunday, we will have an all-church-family opening to our Education Hour in the Lower Fellowship Room. All are invited to grab your coffee and treats, then join together for celebration in Christ.  At 9:45 am the children and youth from PreK – high school will gather for the Bible study and activities portion of the morning and the adults will remain for Bible study.

Sunday School Leaders Needed:  As we strive to support parents in their ministry to their children, the Board of Education is looking for volunteers to serve as leaders in our Sunday school this year. All the resources are provided for you to share God’s Word with the kids and youth. Our goal is to have multiple leaders for each age group, so no one has to commit to leading every Sunday. Whether you’ve led Sunday school in the past, or you’ve never done it but are interested, we’d love to talk to you about leading. Please contact Pastor Manor, Greg Kuhr, or Natalie Jury if you have any questions or to express your interest in leading this year.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of cereal, SOUP, juice bottles (no grape) and toothpaste.  Thank you.   

REMINDER: Sewing Circle will meet Thursday, August 23^rd, at 7:00pm. Thank you, Tami Weeks

FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING Tuesday, August 21^st, at 6:30pm.  Thank you, Cheryl Lowman

LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY will meet in the upper fellowship room on Wednesday, August 29^th, at 1:00 pm.  Since Cheryl Lowman will be just back from vacation, Judy Byrne has graciously agreed to facilitate this month’s study.  Please remember all women are welcome to come to every study or just as schedules permit.  For your planning purposes, please know the study concludes no later than 2:15 pm.  It is such a joy to study God’s Word together!

PLEASE take a moment to check your church mailbox.

YOUNG LADIES MENTOR GROUP will hold its second meeting on Thursday, August 30^th, from 5:30-7:30pm! It’s a “Come and Make Your Own Pizza” meal followed by a discussion facilitated by Judy Byrne on “How to handle peer pressure from a Biblical Prospective”.  Preteens through college age as well as all women of the church are cordially invited to come, enjoy pizza and grow in our Lord as we kick off a brand new school year together!  Please let Siri Rivera, Emily Jury, or Cheryl Lowman (cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com) know if you will be coming so ample pizza supplies are available.  A donation basket will be set out that evening to help offset grocery purchases.   If you find yourself free on that date and have not let us know…come anyway!

“Encouragements” sermon series:  Over the next four Sundays, the Epistle lessons come to us from the book of Ephesians. In those readings, St. Paul is inspired by the Holy Spirit to share words of encouragement as we live this life of faith, walking in the way of the Lord. All are welcome to come and be encouraged!

August 12 – “Smelling Good”       August 19 – “Living Wise”

August 26 – “Taking Your Place”       September 2 – “Armoring Up”

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry:  Prayer at 6:30 pm in the Upper Conference Room – Worship at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. Our topic for worship throughout the month of August will be “Heroes of the Faith”. Our hero this coming week: Apollos! 

Rally Day / Sunday School Kick-Off – Sunday, September 9^th!   All are invited to this exciting morning at St. Paul’s as we kick off the fall schedule of worship and education. The day will include the installation of our Education leaders and the first Sunday of Bible study and activities for kids, youth, and adults.  Sunday school registration forms available in the narthex.

Sunday School Leaders Needed.  When little ones are brought to the Lord to be baptized here at St. Paul’s, we as the church family promise “to do everything within our power to support these parents in their ministry, and in loving and life-giving ways to foster their little one’s growth in faith.” As we strive to fulfill those promises, the Board of Education is looking for volunteers to serve as leaders in our Sunday school this year. All the resources are provided for you to share God’s Word with the kids and youth. Our goal is to have multiple leaders for each age group, so no one has to commit to leading every Sunday. Whether you’ve led Sunday school in the past (maybe even a long time ago!), or you’ve never done it but are interested, we’d love to talk to you about leading this year. Please contact Pastor Manor or a member of the Board of Education if you have any questions or to express your interest in leading this year.

“Encouragements” sermon series:  Over the next four Sundays, the Epistle lessons come to us from the book of Ephesians. In those readings, St. Paul is inspired by the Holy Spirit to share words of encouragement as we live this life of faith, walking in the way of the Lord. All are welcome to come and be encouraged!

August 12 – “Smelling Good”       August 19 – “Living Wise”

August 26 – “Taking Your Place”       September 2 – “Armoring Up”

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry:  Prayer at 6:30 pm in the Upper Conference Room – Worship at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. Our topic for worship throughout the month of August will be “Heroes of the Faith”. Our hero this coming week: Thomas!

Confirmation Orientation Meeting:   Parents/Guardians and youth who are entering 7^th an 8^th grade are invited to gather on Wednesday, August 15^th at 6:00 pm to receive all the information for this year’s Confirmation learning opportunities.  If you are unable to attend the meeting on the 15^th, there will be a make-up meeting on Sunday, August 19^th following worship.  Please contact Pastor Manor with any questions.

 Rally Day / Sunday School Kick-Off – Sunday, September 9^th!   All are invited to this exciting morning at St. Paul’s as we kick off the fall schedule of worship and education. The day will include the installation of our Education leaders and the first Sunday of Bible study and activities for kids, youth, and adults.  Look for Sunday school registration materials to be available soon!

Sunday School Leaders Needed:  When little ones are brought to the Lord to be baptized here at St. Paul’s, we as the church family promise “to do everything within our power to support these parents in their ministry, and in loving and life-giving ways to foster their little one’s growth in faith.” As we strive to fulfill those promises, the Board of Education is looking for volunteers to serve as leaders in our Sunday school this year. All the resources are provided for you to share God’s Word with the kids and youth. Our goal is to have multiple leaders for each age group, so no one has to commit to leading every Sunday. Whether you’ve led Sunday school in the past (maybe even a long time ago!), or you’ve never done it but are interested, we’d love to talk to you about leading this year. Please contact Pastor Manor or a member of the Board of Education if you have any questions or to express your interest in leading this year.

PLEASE NOTIFY Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com as soon as possible if you have been trained to use our church defibrillator located to the right as you exit the narthex.  Per our recent Usher’s meeting, the idea of a handy list of those trained was suggested.  If you are trained and are willing, we would love to put your name on this very important list.  Thank you very much!

Christmas in July?………. no, but it is a reminder that the annual LAS Christmas Fair is Saturday, December 1^st.  Please think of what you can do or make to support the fair.  Donations of ornaments, knitted/sewn goods, craft items, art work, baked goods, candy, etc… would be appreciated.  Thank you, Ladies Aid Society   

REMINDER: Sewing Circle will meet Thursday, August 23^rd, at 7:00pm. Thank you, Tami Weeks

PLEASE take a moment to check your church mailbox.

Women’s Monthly Bible Study… will take place at church on Wednesday, August 29^th at 1:00 pm.  All women are welcome, even if you can only come once in a while or even just once.  If you have any questions, please e-mail Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com. Thanks!  

Hands of Grace…our community outreach ministry, is in need of cereal, SOUP, and juice bottles (no grape please). Thank you.

Occupations Bulletin Board…Have you ever needed to inquire about a household repair problem or decision and wondered if someone in our church family could give you advice or provide the needed service?  Have you ever wondered if someone at St. Paul’s is a carpenter, babysitter, notary, lawyer, welder, cleaning person, caterer, etc…?  The Board of Stewardship has establish an Occupations Bulletin Board displaying business cards, flyers, or typed information regarding our members who are self-employed or business owners.  Please leave your cards, flyers, or printed information in Janice’s office and we will arrange the new bulletin board once collected. This is one more way to connect with our church family to receive advice or hire someone for needed services they provide. Thank you, Board of Stewardship.   

Ladies Aid Society…will meet Sunday, August 12^th, 11:00am, at my house for a potluck brunch. We will be making plans for New Hartford Day (Sept. 16^th) and the Christmas Fair (Dec. 1^st). All women of the church are welcomed!! If you are able to come, please respond to me at slutheranchurch@snet.net or call                  the church office at 860-379-3172. Thank you, Janice Becker.

Christmas in July?…no, but it is time for a reminder that the annual LAS Christmas Fair is Saturday, December 1^st. Please think of what you can do or make to support the fair.  Donations of ornaments, knitted/sewn goods, craft items, art work, baked goods, candy, etc. would be appreciated. Thank you, Ladies Aid Society.

Hands of Grace…is in need of cereal, soup, and juice bottles (no grape).   

AED Trained?  Please contact Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com if you have been trained to use a defibrillator device as we have here at church to the right as you exit the narthex. We are putting together a list of those who have this training and we would love to include you. Thank you very much!

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry…resumes this coming Wednesday, August 1^st.  Prayer at 6:30 pm in the Upper Conference Room – Worship at 7:00 pm.

Occupations Bulletin Board…Have you ever needed to inquire about a household repair problem or decision and wondered if someone in our church family could give you advice or provide the needed service?  Have you ever wondered if someone at St. Paul’s is a carpenter, babysitter, notary, lawyer, welder, cleaning person, caterer, etc…?  The Board of Stewardship has establish an Occupations Bulletin Board displaying business cards, flyers, or typed information regarding our members who are self-employed or business owners.  Please leave your cards, flyers, or printed information in Janice’s office and we will arrange the new bulletin board once collected. This is one more way to connect with our church family to receive advice or hire someone for needed services they provide. Thank you, Board of Stewardship.   

Ladies Aid Society…will meet Sunday, August 12^th, 11:00am, at my house for a potluck brunch.  We will be making plans for New Hartford Day (Sept. 16^th) and the Christmas Fair (Dec. 1^st).   All women of the church are welcomed!!  If you are able to come, please respond to me at slutheranchurch@snet.net or call      the church office at 860-379-3172.  Thank you, Janice Becker   

Christmas in July?…no, but it is time for a reminder that the annual LAS Christmas Fair is Saturday, December 1^st.  Please think of what you can do or make to support the fair.  Donations of ornaments, knitted/sewn goods, craft items, art work, baked goods, candy, etc. would be appreciated.  Thank you, Ladies Aid Society.

Women’s Monthly Bible Study… will take place on Tuesday July 31^st at 1:00 pm.  All women are welcome, even if you can only come once in a while or even just once.  If you have any questions, please e-mail Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com   Thanks!   

Monday Night Bible Study…will not meet in August.   

Friendship Ablaze! You’re all invited to be a part of this 4 week inspirational series called Friendship Ablaze! Sunday mornings will include a series of worship services and instructional sermons that empower God’s people to invite their friends to meet their best friend, Jesus! We are also having a series of Bible studies that share practical ways for you to continue to grow in your efforts to connect people to Jesus in your daily lives and friendships. Friendship Sunday will be the last week of the series at our worship and picnic at Brodie Park on August 5^th.  On that day, everyone is encouraged to invite a friend, especially those without a church home or a relationship with Jesus, to join you for the special worship service and picnic. I invite, encourage, and challenge you all to be a part of Friendship Ablaze! 

• July 15^th: “Friendship Ablaze!”
• July 22^nd: “Friendship Fever – Catch It!”
• July 29^th: “Friendship in Action – Doing the Ask!”
• August 5^th: “Friendship Sunday”
  

What should I bring to worship and the picnic?…Here you go…

• Your family, friends, and neighbors who don’t have a church home or know the Lord.
• Potluck dish to share. There is no refrigeration available, so please bring cold items in a cold bag for the time before lunch.
• Lawn/bag chairs for the picnic – folding chairs will be provided for worship.
• Your favorite lawn games/outdoor activities for the picnic or cards and board games for hanging out together.

Hands of Grace…is in need of cereal, soup, and juice bottles (no grape).   

AED Trained?  Please contact Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com if you have been trained to use a defibrillator device as we have here at church to the right as you exit the narthex. We are putting together a list of those who have this training and we would love to include you. Thank you very much!

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry…is taking a break through July 25^th. We will resume on Wednesday, August 1^st. This break will provide an opportunity for rest for those currently participating and for re-engagement for new people to jump in as well. It will also allow the leaders to have the same opportunities to be refreshed and renewed with vigor when these activities resume. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Manor or the Board of Elders.

Occupations Bulletin Board…Have you ever needed to inquire about a household repair problem or decision and wondered if someone in our church family could give you advice or provide the needed service?  Have you ever wondered if someone at St. Paul’s is a carpenter, babysitter, notary, lawyer, welder, cleaning person, caterer, etc…?  The Board of Stewardship has establish an Occupations Bulletin Board displaying business cards, flyers, or typed information regarding our members who are self-employed or business owners.  Please leave your cards, flyers, or printed information in Janice’s office and we will arrange the new bulletin board once collected. This is one more way to connect with our church family to receive advice or hire someone for needed services they provide. Thank you, Board of Stewardship.

Young Families Ice Cream Social…TODAY from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. All families with children living at home are welcome to come together and share a relaxed time of fellowship on our church lower lawn. There will be face painting, a few games, tents for shade, cold beverages, and lots of ice cream with toppings! We will meet in the Lower Fellowship Room in case of rain. We look forward to it with great joy and anticipation!

Friendship Ablaze! You’re all invited to be a part of our 4 week series that began last week called Friendship Ablaze! Sunday mornings will include a series of worship services and instructional sermons that empower God’s people to invite their friends to meet their best friend, Jesus! We will also have a series of Bible studies that share practical ways for you to continue to grow in your efforts to connect people to Jesus in your daily lives and friendships. Friendship Sunday will be the last week of the series at our worship and picnic at Brodie Park on August 5^th.  On that day, everyone is encouraged to invite a friend, especially those without a church home or a relationship with Jesus, to join you for the special worship service and picnic. I invite, encourage, and challenge you all to be a part of Friendship Ablaze!

• July 15^th: “Friendship Ablaze!”
• July 22^nd: “Friendship Fever – Catch It!”
• July 29^th: “Friendship in Action – Doing the Ask!”
• August 5^th: “Friendship Sunday”

Hands of Grace…is in need of cereal, soup, and juice bottles (no grape).   

AED Trained?  Please contact Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com if you have been trained to use a defibrillator device as we have here at church to the right as you exit the narthex. We are putting together a list of those who have this training and we would love to include you. Thank you very much!

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry…will take a break through July 25^th. We will resume on Wednesday, August 1^st. This break will provide an opportunity for rest for those currently participating and for re-engagement for new people to jump in as well. It will also allow the leaders to have the same opportunities to be refreshed and renewed with vigor when these activities resume. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Manor or the Board of Elders.

Young Ladies And Mentors Group… will meet Thursday, July 19^th, 6:30pm – 8:00pm. All preteen through college age young ladies, and all ladies of St. Paul’s, are welcome to be a part of this first get together! Due to scheduling situations, this time ONLY, we will meet the same evening as the Sewing Circle. The group idea and vision came from our very own Emily Jury! We will meet in the Lower Fellowship Room and share thoughts of how to proceed, and we will have some fun too! Please see Emily Jury or Cheryl Lowman if you would like more information. We are overjoyed with excitement to begin this new adventure and seek to grow in Christ together as we go!

Young Families Ice Cream Social…Sunday, July 22^nd, 2:00pm – 4:00pm.   All families with children living at home are welcome to come together and share a relaxed time of fellowship on our church lower lawn!  There will be face painting, a few games, tents for shade, cold beverages, and lots of ice cream with toppings! Our Fellowship Committee will be hosting this special time! We will meet in the Lower Fellowship Room in case of rain. The families whose children attend Vacation Bible School who do not have a home church have also been invited!  We look forward to it with great joy and anticipation!

Friendship Ablaze! Beginning today, you’re all invited to be a part of a 4 week series called Friendship Ablaze! Sunday mornings will include a series of worship services and instructional sermons that empower God’s people to invite their friends to meet their best friend, Jesus! We will also have a series of Bible studies that share practical ways for you to continue to grow in your efforts to connect people to Jesus in your daily lives and friendships. Friendship Sunday will be the last week of the series at our worship and picnic at Brodie Park on August 5^th.  On that day, everyone is encouraged to invite a friend, especially those without a church home or a relationship with Jesus, to join you for the special worship service and picnic. I invite, encourage, and challenge you all to be a part of Friendship Ablaze!

• July 15^th: “Friendship Ablaze!”
• July 22^nd: “Friendship Fever – Catch It!”
• July 29^th: “Friendship in Action – Doing the Ask!”
• August 5^th: “Friendship Sunday”

 Occupations Bulletin Board…Have you ever needed to inquire about a household repair problem or decision and wondered if someone in our church family could give you advice or provide the needed service?  Have you ever wondered if someone at St. Paul’s is a carpenter, babysitter, notary, lawyer, welder, cleaning person, caterer, etc…?  The Board of Stewardship has establish an Occupations Bulletin Board displaying business cards, flyers, or typed information regarding our members who are self-employed or business owners.  Please leave your cards, flyers, or printed information in Janice’s office and we will arrange the new bulletin board once collected. This is one more way to connect with our church family to receive advice or hire someone for needed services they provide. Thank you, Board of Stewardship.

Did you know…that our events and notices are posted on our website, www.stpaulsnewhartford.org?  Check out the Blog posts and the Calendar!

Sewing Circle…will meet Thursday, July 19^th, at 7:00pm.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of cereal and juice bottles (no grape).     

<<<Vacation Bible School at St. Paul’s! >>>  Monday, July 9^th – Friday, July 13^th 9am – 11:45am.  At VBS this year, strap on your life jacket and get ready to be swept away by God’s promises in Jesus on this rip-roaring river ride with Splash Canyon: God’s Promise on Life’s Wild Ride. Come along as we sing fun songs, do crazy crafts, eat yummy snacks, play awesome games, and more! Registration for participants and volunteers is at www.StPaulsNewHartford.org.

PLEASE NOTIFY Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com as soon as possible if you have been trained to use our church defibrillator located to the right as you exit the narthex.  Per our recent Usher’s meeting, the idea of a handy list of those trained was suggested.  If you are trained and are willing, we would love to put your name on this very important list.  Thank-you very much!

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox.

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry…will take a break from July 4^th – 25^th. We will resume on Wednesday, August 1^st. This break will provide an opportunity for rest for those currently participating and for re-engagement for new people to jump in as well. It will also allow the leaders to have the same opportunities to be refreshed and renewed with vigor when these activities resume. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Manor or the Board of Elders.

REMINDER: Sewing Circle will meet Thursday, July 19^th, at 7:00pm

YOUNG LADIES AND MENTORS GROUP Thursday, July 19^th, 6:30pm – 8:00pm.  All preteen through college age young ladies and all ladies of St. Paul’s are welcome to join us at our first get together!  Due to scheduling situations, this time ONLY, we will meet the same evening as the Sewing Circle.  The group idea and vision came from our very own Emily Jury!  We will meet in the Lower Fellowship Room and share thoughts of how now to proceed and we will also have some fun!  Please see Emily Jury or Cheryl Lowman if you would like more information.  We are overjoyed with excitement to begin this new adventure and seek to grow in Christ together as we go!

YOUNG FAMILIES ICE CREAM SOCIAL Sunday, July 22^nd,  2:00pm – 4:00pm.  All families with children living at home are welcome to come together and share a relaxed time of fellowship on our church lower lawn!  There will be face painting, a few games, a couple tents for shade, and lots of ice cream with toppings, and cold beverages!  Our brand new Ad Hoc Fellowship Committee will be hosting this special time!   We will meet in the Lower Fellowship Room in case of rain.  The families whose children attend Vacation Bible School who do not have a home church will also be invited!  We look forward to it with great joy and anticipation!   

THANK YOU for your Mite Box donations!  $139.83 was received and sent to the LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League) of the New England District. Please continue to use your Mite Box and place it in the large box in the narthex.  For more information on the LWML, please see the notice on the board in the coffee hour area. Thank you, Leslie Denton

All are welcome for a Pizza & Packing Party of hygiene items on Friday, July 13, 5:30pm, at the church.  Thank you for all the donations!  To God be the Glory!   We will assemble all the donated items to be distributed to local veterans and their families. This distribution will take place through South Park Inn in Hartford and the Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing in Waterbury.  If you have any questions regarding donations, please speak to Deb Burdick.  Please rsvp to Pastor Mongeau at kevin_mongeau@yahoo.com or Denise at deyoreo@gmail.com if you plan to come for pizza. Thank you, St. Paul’s Mission Board

STEWARSHIP BOARD has an Occupations Bulletin Board in the hallway leading to the lower fellowship room displaying business cards, flyers or typed information for our members who are self-employed or business owners.  Please leave your cards, flyers, printed information in Janice’s office and we will post the information on the board.  This is one more way to connect with our church family and, if needed, ask advice or hire for needed services they provide.

Friendship Ablaze! Beginning next Sunday, you’re all invited to be a part of a 4 week series called Friendship Ablaze! Sunday mornings will include a series of worship services and instructional sermons that empower God’s people to invite their friends to meet their best friend, Jesus! We will also have a series of Bible studies that share practical ways for you to continue to grow in your efforts to connect people to Jesus in your daily lives and friendships. Friendship Sunday will be the last week of the series at our worship and picnic at Brodie Park on August 5^th.  On that day, everyone is encouraged to invite a friend, especially those without a church home or a relationship with Jesus, to join you for the special worship service and picnic. I invite, encourage, and challenge you all to be a part of Friendship Ablaze!

July 15^th: “Friendship Ablaze!”

July 22^nd: “Friendship Fever – Catch It!”

July 29^th: “Friendship in Action – Doing the Ask!”

DID YOU KNOW that our events and notices are posted on our website, www.stpaulsnewhartford.org?

PAUL’S WORSHIP AND PICNIC at Brodie Park on Sunday, August 5^th! Our combined Friendship Sunday Summer Worship service begins at Brodie Park at 10:00am.  Picnic and games follow!  What a super opportunity this is to invite neighbors and friends, especially those who do not have a church home yet. However, the most important person to attend is YOU, your family, your children and grandchildren. We are looking forward to this unique and special time of Christian fellowship!  Please let Cheryl Lowman know if you will be attending and whether you would like to bring a side dish or dessert to share!  Hamburgers, hot dogs, and beverages will be provided!  To rsvp email Cheryl at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com . Let’s make some good old fashioned summer worship and picnic memories together!  Can’t wait to see you there!

MONDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY will not meet in August.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of cereal and juice bottles (no grape).

<<<Vacation Bible School at St. Paul’s!  Monday, July 9^th – Friday, July 13th, 9am – 11:45am.  At VBS this year, strap on your life jacket and get ready to be swept away by God’s promises in Jesus on this rip-roaring river ride with Splash Canyon: God’s Promise on Life’s Wild Ride. Come along as we sing fun songs, do crazy crafts, eat yummy snacks, play awesome games, and more! Registration for participants and volunteers is at www.StPaulsNewHartford.org.

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.

• Gold fish – big containers
• 2-3 bags mini pretzel twists
• 1 large container of rainbow sprinkles
  

 If you have any questions, email Amy Eversole at amyceversole@gmail.com.  Thank you

PLEASE NOTIFY Cheryl Lowman at cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com as soon as possible if you have been trained to use our church defibrillator  located to the right as you exit the narthex.  Per our recent Usher’s meeting, the idea of a handy list of those trained was suggested.  If you are trained and are willing, we would love to put your name on this very important list.  Thank-you very much!

PLEASE CHECK your church mailbox.

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry…will take a break from July 4^th – 25^th. We will resume on Wednesday, August 1^st. This break will provide an opportunity for rest for those currently participating and for re-engagement for new people to jump in as well. It will also allow the leaders to have the same opportunities to be refreshed and renewed with vigor when these activities resume. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Manor or the Board of Elders.

PAUL’S WORSHIP AND PICNIC at Brodie Park on Sunday, August 5^th! Our combined Friendship Sunday Summer Worship service begins at Brodie Park at 10:00am.  Picnic and games follow!  What a super opportunity this is to invite neighbors and friends, especially those who do not have a church home yet. However, the most important person to attend is YOU, your family, your children and grandchildren. We are looking forward to this unique and special time of Christian fellowship!  Please let Cheryl Lowman know if you will be attending and whether you would like to bring a side dish or dessert to share!  Hamburgers, hot dogs, and beverages will be provided!   E-mail cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com. Let’s make some good old fashioned summer worship and picnic memories together!  Can’t wait to see you there!

IF YOU WERE unable to attend either of the two previous photo sessions with Kim Shank, she will be available today to take your picture  after the 9:00am Service.  Thank you.

REMINDER: Sewing Circle will meet Thursday, July 19^th, at 7:00pm.

THANK YOU for your Mite Box donations!  $139.83 was received and sent to the LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League) of the New England District. Please continue to use your Mite Box and place it in the large box in the narthex.  For more information on the LWML, please see the notice on the board in the coffee hour area. Thank you, Leslie Denton

FRIENDSHIP ABLAZE!  Check out your Fruitful Branches newsletter for all the details on this four-week series of worship services, instructional sermons, and Bible studies that will empower God’s people to invite their friends to meet Jesus!

PLEASE SAVE THESE DATES:

YOUNG LADIES AND MENTORS GROUP:  Thursday, July 19^th, 6:30pm – 8:00pm.  All preteen through college age young ladies and all ladies of St. Paul’s are welcome to join us at our first get together!  Due to scheduling situations, this time ONLY, we will meet the same evening as the Sewing Circle.  The group idea and vision came from our very own Emily Jury!  We will meet in the Lower Fellowship Room and share thoughts of how now to proceed and we will also have some fun!  Please see Emily Jury or Cheryl Lowman if you would like more information.  We are overjoyed with excitement to begin this new adventure and seek to grow in Christ together as we go!

YOUNG FAMILIES ICE CREAM SOCIAL: Sunday, July 22^nd, 2:00pm – 4:00pm.  All families with children living at home are welcome to come together and share a relaxed time of fellowship on our church lower lawn!  There will be face painting, a few games, a couple tents for shade, and lots of ice cream with toppings, and cold beverages!  Our brand new Ad Hoc Fellowship Committee will be hosting this special time!   We will meet in the Lower Fellowship Room in case of rain.  The families whose children attend Vacation Bible School who do not have a home church will also be invited!  We look forward to it with great joy and anticipation!

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry…will take a break from July 4^th – 25^th. We will resume on Wednesday, August 1^st. This break will provide an opportunity for rest for those currently participating and for re-engagement for new people to jump in as well. It will also allow the leaders to have the same opportunities to be refreshed and renewed with vigor when these activities resume. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Manor or the Board of Elders.

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of cereal and juice bottles (no grape).

 <<<Vacation Bible School at St. Paul’s! >>>  Monday, July 9^th – Friday, July 13th, 9am – 11:45am.  At VBS this year, strap on your life jacket and get ready to be swept away by God’s promises in Jesus on this rip-roaring river ride with Splash Canyon: God’s Promise on Life’s Wild Ride. Come along as we sing fun songs, do crazy crafts, eat yummy snacks, play awesome games, and more! Registration for participants and volunteers is at www.StPaulsNewHartford.org.

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.

• Gold fish – big containers
• 2-3 bags mini pretzel twists
• 1 large container of rainbow sprinkles
  

 If you have any questions, email Amy Eversole at amyceversole@gmail.com.  Thank you   

The last day for PHOTO WALL UPDATES is TODAY! We’d love to have an updated picture of you and your family.   Kimberly Shank is here from 9:15am – 12:15pm.  Thank you, St. Paul’s      

SUMMER SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE will begin NEXT Sunday, July 1^st and continue through Sunday, September 2^nd. Bible study will be at 8:00 am, with one worship service beginning at 9:00am.

Hygiene Item Collection – TODAY is the last day!! 

Help us honor the men and women who fought for our freedom!

Through the Mission Board of St. Paul’s, a collection is being taken for items that will be used to put together “hygiene” kits to be distributed to local homeless veterans and their families. This distribution will take place through the South Park Inn in Hartford as well as through Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) in Waterbury.  Please bring any of the following items to church and place them in the bin in the narthex or in the lower fellowship room:

• Body wash
• Shampoo
• Bar soap
• Toothbrush w/toothpaste
• Band-Aids
• Nail clippers
• Deodorant
• Socks
• Combs (wide tooth)
• Feminine hygiene products
• Wash cloths and hand towels

>>>>All are welcome for a Pizza & Packing Party July 13, 5:30 pm at church, as we assemble all of the donated items to be given to the Glory of God! Please RSVP to Denise Yoreo or Pastor Mongeau if you plan to come for pizza, and let us know your favorite pizza topping! If you have any questions please speak to Mission Board Members: Deb Burdick, Travis Poudin, Dave Hudon, Denise Yoreo, Pastor Mongeau

PLEASE check your mailbox.

ST. PAUL’S WORSHIP AND PICNIC at Brodie Park on Sunday, August 5^th!  Our combined summer worship service begins at Brodie Park at 10:00am.  Picnic and games follow!  What a super opportunity this is to invite neighbors and friends, especially those who do not have a church home yet. However, the most important person to attend is YOU, your family, your children and grandchildren.  We are looking forward to this unique and special time of Christian fellowship!  Please let Cheryl Lowman know if you will be attending and whether you would like to bring a side dish or dessert to share!  Hamburgers, hot dogs, and beverages will be provided!   E-mail cheryl.cassady@yahoo.com or call 860-379-7094. Let’s make some good old fashioned summer worship and picnic memories together!  Can’t wait to see you there!