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Trumpet Blast
Newsletter
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December 30, 2015 |
When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. (Luke 2:17-18)
Dear St. Paul's,
Jesus Christ is born! He's spreading love, joy and peace everywhere. I pray that your Christmas celebration continues with great jubilation.
We've had an amazing year at St. Paul's, and I'm so grateful that the Incarnation of Jesus is very real in this community. We've seen the Lord move powerfully in 2015, and I want to offer just a few highlights. When the Surf Club closed, the Lord opened the door for us to worship at the Garden Club. The new location and the leadership of that organization have been a huge blessing to us.
The Lord provided us with opportunities to serve Him on mission trips to Belize, India, and Jamaica. Our small church, just over 4 years old, is already having an impact for Jesus Christ all over the world!
The Lord provided crucial parking agreements for the Flamevine project, and you all have been incredibly faithful in your financial giving. The
 Lord brought together just the right team of gifted people to oversee the planning, design and the construction of the new church in the center of the village beach community. In 2016 I trust that by God's grace the building will progress rapidly, with an expected completion in Summer 2017.
The Lord continues to inspire Robin Hanson and Marjorie Hoder to powerfully share Jesus with our kids through the Skimmers ministry as well as Survivor Camp. The kids are also serving by raising funds and collecting supplies for other kids in need.
Betsy Whisman and the Healing Prayer Team are fervently praying for the sick. And those suffering with physical, emotional and spiritual infirmities are experiencing the healing touch of God. It's absolutely beautiful to see the Holy Spirit work.
And finally, it's been wonderful for me to witness the love you all have for one another-whether that's on Sunday mornings at the passing of the peace, at coffee hour, or at Simple Suppers. Besides Jesus Himself, that is the greatest gift to me.
I can't wait to see what the Lord will do in 2016!
Gratefully in Christ,
Pr. Jon
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 READ ABOUT ALL THE EVENTS AT
ST. PAUL'S IN JANUARY ...
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UNDERSTANDING & ANSWERING ISLAM
LIVE SIMULCAST
Presented by Ravi Zacharias International Ministries
FRIDAY, JAN. 15, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
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SATURDAY, JAN. 16, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
AT THE GARDEN CLUB
2526 17TH AVE., VERO BEACH, 32960
In the United States today, as in all Western countries, there are growing Muslim communities. Increasingly many of us have Muslim neighbors and coworkers. Moreover, radical Islam is on the move around the globe in ways we were woken up to on 9/11 and are constantly reminded of in global news stories. These developments provide the church with many evangelistic, apologetic, social, and political challenges.
This event is designed for families, students, churches, small groups, and anyone interested in the questions raised by the interaction between Islam and Christianity. Please join us in praying for a wonderful time of spiritual renewal and greater understanding of our Muslim friends.
OPEN TO ALL OF ST. PAUL'S CONGREGATION & GUESTS
LIMITED SEATING
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY TUESDAY, JAN. 12
COST FOR BOTH DAYS: $20
INCLUDES A BOXED LUNCH ON SATURDAY
Complete a reservation form at St. Paul's Church or church office and submit with $20.00 fee per person.
At church, reservations may be given to Dean Sparks.
Click here for schedule:
**Please arrive 30 minutes before the simulcasts begin.
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SPC FARMER'S MARKET BOOTH
WILL BE IN HUMISTON PARK
SATURDAY
JANUARY 16th
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come out and join us as
we meet the community
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"A QUEST FOR PEACE"
WOMEN'S SEMINAR & LUNCHEON
Presented by St. Paul's Church & Christ by the Sea Church
to be held at 1st Presbyterian Church
Saturday, January 30, 2016
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
$35.00
Guest Speaker, Gigi Graham, eldest daughter of Billy Graham
Registration forms are in the sanctuary or at the church office.
Contact Denny Arnheim or church office for further information.
Limited seating, registration deadline is January 25th.
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Sunday AM Bible Study
"The Book of Revelation" adult Bible study, led by Bill Proctor, meets each Sunday morning at 9:00 AM. This is an ongoing program, no sign up is necessary. Bring your Bible.
"Life as a Journey in Pilgrimage"
Join Thomas C. Fritz and D. Lorne Coyle for a class focusing primarily on Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress, which is an allegory of life and of the Christian journey through it toward God. The class
meets each Monday at 7:00 PM at the Fritzes' home, 940 48th Ave., Vero Beach. Note: The class will not meet January 4th and resumes on January 11th.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
This class will resume on January 13th. Join Pastor Jon at 6:00 PM for a Bible study on II Timothy which meets at the church office building (664 Azalea Lane - downstairs).
All are welcome.
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Pictures taken at the St. Paul's Church
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that was held at The Garden Club
See More Pictures on our FaceBook Page:
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A big
THANK YOU to all the children who participated in this year's Christmas Pageant. You all did an awesome job!!
A special thank you to: Bob Webster for building the "Christmas Window", to Tom Fritz & David Moshier for taking care of all our AV needs, Denny Arnheim for coordinating the cookies for the reception, Ray Adams for the beautiful music and all those behind the scenes Marjorie Hoder, Estelle Thompson, Amanda Robbins & Rosie Robbins.
See more pictures on our FaceBook Page:
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Skimmers
Skimmers will resume next Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Bethel Creek. All children, ages 9 and up, are invited to participate. We will be resuming our study of Revelation.
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St. Paul's Vero Beach and St. Andrews Gainesville are planning a ten-day pilgrimage to the Holy Land tentatively scheduled for October of 2016. The trip will be led by Bishop Ron Kuykendall, Pr. Jon Robbins, and D. Lorne Coyle. There will be availability for up to 40 participants. Because of Lorne's extensive experience in planning trips of this kind, you can feel confident that everything will be arranged to ensure your safety and comfort. This is a very exciting opportunity, and we hope that you will pray about joining us on this life-changing journey to the land where Jesus walked. Please contact Norma in the church office if you are interested and would like additional information as it becomes available.
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SIMPLE SUPPERS
These informal meals, held once a month, give you the opportunity to get to know each other better. Let us know if you want to join in by calling Dean or Christine at 234-2398 or the church office or by writing "simple supper" on the friendship form at church.
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Rendering of proposed SPC building
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FLAMEVINE LANE PROPERTY UPDATE
The demolition contractor Hall & Sons will start their preparation work between the holidays. Trees are being removed in accordance with city regulations. A fence will be erected around the perimeter of the property.
The pictures below, taken December 24 & 28, indicate the initial progress. The actual demolition of the building proper will start Monday, January 4, 2016.
The demolition and site preparation work will be completed in four weeks.
See Press Release submitted to media outlets:
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Congregational Meeting 
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Have any questions about St. Paul's?
Attend the annual meeting and members will be voting on the upcoming years' Vestry.
Call the church office for any questions.
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Thank you to everyone who gave Christmas gifts to the
St. Paul's Staff.
We feel very blessed to serve God
and
to be a part of the ministries here.
We all look forward to a great 2016!
Pastor Jon, Robin, Norma, Marjie & Michele
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Dear Robin & St. Paul's Church,
A big thank you for making Christmas
special
for children in our program. I really appreciate all of the energy and effort that you put into our project and am grateful for the thoughtful consideration put into every gift!!
Best wishes for a wonderful 2016!!
Monica Cheslak
Childcare Resources of IRC
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Jan. 15 & 16 Understanding & Answering Islam -
Live Simulcast
Jan. 16 Farmer's Market Booth
Jan. 30 Women's Seminar
Jan. 31 Annual Meeting &
Vestry Organizational Meeting
Feb. 6 Holy Sacrament Missions Fundraising Dinner
Feb. 7 Commitment Sunday &
Pancake Breakfast
Feb. 10 Ash Wednesday 6 PM Service
Feb. 15 President's Day
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BIRTHDAYS
04 Sue Fritz
06 Jen Robbins
08 Estelle Thompson
09 Wyatt Falardeau
13 Kayla Holland
15 Matt Hoder
17 Dean Sparks
18 Greg Cook
18 Jim Crockett
21 Ray Flanagan
24 Pam Proctor
27 Norma Ashburn
27 Sally Wyer
31 Helena Pierson
ANNIVERSARIES
21 Jon & Marianne Day
23 Cliff & Julie Norris
(Please call the church office if your birth date or
wedding anniversary is not included.)
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