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Homebound

• Gwen Bakus
• Jon Ittner
• Mike & Karen Kusch
• Margaret Meyer
• RoseAnne Schmidt
• Shirley Ziegler
• Janet Hoerauf
• Lea Roma
• Julie Roark
• Sandy Hafer
• Karen Berger
• Lois Matthes

Special

• Dean Bass
• Wayne Schmidt
• Tim Gillespie
• Samuel Weis
• Posie Weis
• Bob Schlicker
• Herb Appold
• Bill Snelenberger
• Tim Samalik (friend of Jack McAlpine)
• RoseAnne Schmidt
• Linda & Roger Brown
• Brett & Becca Bowman
• Vicky Whitney (Janelle Wiess' mother)
• Jackie's daughter (friend of St. Paul)
• Charlie Behmlander

This Week's Members

• Grace Appold
• Cary Behmlander
• Caila & Vanessa Burkhard, Londyn & Masiyah Burkhard-Hall
• Rick & Denise Dubay
• Kyle Gillespie
• Travis, Caitlyn, & Zander Jaskiewicz
• Keith & Karen Kunkel
• Judith Maxwell
• Cody, Brooke, & Laurel Rajewski
• Ruth & Carl Schmidt
• Joshua Wegener

Communion Statement

The Lord's Supper is celebrated here in the confession and glad confidence that our Lord, as He says, gives not only bread and wine, but His very body and blood to eat and drink for the forgiveness of sin. In joyful obedience to the clear teaching of our Lord Jesus those are invited to His table who trust His words, repent of all sin, and set aside any refusal to forgive and love as He forgives and loves us. They show forth His death until He comes. Because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed, in doubt, or who hold a confession differing from that of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and so are unable to receive the Sacrament are invited to meditate on God's Word in the distribution hymns and pray for the day when divisions will have ceased. If you wish to receive communion in your pew, please inform an usher.

Church Attendance

Last Sunday - 396 (213, 183)

Ministry Center Loan

$934,978.12 as of September 30, 2025

Acolyte Schedule

Click here to see the October-December 2025 Acolyte Schedule

Livestream

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The Lutheran Hour

Sundays at 8:30 a.m. on WSAM 1400 AM

Donations mail to: Saginaw Valley Lutheran Hour; P.O. Box 133; Frankenmuth, MI 48734

Daily Bible Readings

October 19 - Esther 7

October 20 - Esther 8

October 21 - Esther 9-10

October 22 - Malachi 1

October 23 - Malachi 2

October 24 - Malachi 3

October 25 - Malachi 4

This Sunday's Hymns

663, 607, 828, 773, 857, 727, 658

Pastor Appreciation Month

From the St. Paul Elders: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. And we certainly appreciate Pastor Matyas and Pastor Schultz and praise God for the way they continue to serve the Church and our St. Paul family. Please pray for them and thank them when you see them. As always, the best way to show your appreciation is by being involved in worship and Bible study and inviting others to do the same (and maybe even laugh at their jokes once in a while). Praise God for the ways we are blessed here at St. Paul!

St. Paul Financial Update

The Board of Business Management would like to share the most recent financials for St. Paul. Please see the image below. If you have any questions, you can contact a member of the Board of Business Management.

Pump for A Cause–Thank You

St. Paul Lutheran Church and School would like to thank the Dore Corporation Jerky Outlet Mobile Gas Station for choosing St. Paul Lutheran Church and School for their Summer 2025 (June 1-August 31) Pump for a Cause. 

At the end of Chapel on Wednesday, October 15, Marketing Specialist Madelyn Paten stopped by St. Paul to gift the Church and School with an oversized check. Madeln let us know: “With community support and a matched donation from Dore Stores, we’re excited to present your school with a donation check for $1,354.20.” The money will be a blessing toSt. Paul. Thank you to everyone who participated to make this donation possible.

New Church Chairs

A small pew has been removed on the righthand wing of church. New padded chairs have been added in its place. These chairs have been added for handicap/elderly. Please be mindful and keep these chairs open and available for people who may need them.

Gemutlichkeit 

Gemütlichkeit Means… a state of warmth, coziness, friendliness, good cheer, relaxation, comfort, and a sense of belonging… OR…

Just come on by the Schultz House, Sunday, Nov. 2 from 3:00 to 7:00 to experience it first hand! Food, beverages, games, warm fires and warm feelings – bring something if you like, don’t if you don’t!

The most essential thing to Gemütlichkeit is YOU being there!

Inside, outside no matter the weather! See you soon!

Roll Call Sunday - October 26, 2025

Our annual Roll Call Sunday celebration will be October 26! Anyone celebrating an "every 10th Year" anniversary in 2025 is invited to come to the Roll Call Service and Banquet at the 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday, October 26, 2025. If you were confirmed in one of those years at St. Paul or a sister congregation, you should receive a letter with details and a registration form. If you think this is you (or someone you know) and you haven't gotten a letter, it is possible that our records need updating, so please contact the church office to bring us up to speed.

To register yourself for Roll Call you can click here.

Auction Thank You

Thank you for all those who donated, bid, and attended the For His Glory mission auction last week. Over $2,100 was raised to continue to support mission work! We praise and thank God for His work through you! -Friendship Circle/LWML

Adopt Our Cold Bar Program (St. Paul Hot Lunch)

Mrs. Sue Headings our Head Cook at St. Paul Lutheran School would like to invite St. Paul Church Members to consider the “Adopt Our Cold Bar Program”. Church members can learn more about the “Adopt our Cold Bar Program” in the brochure located near the ramp of the Ministry Center or by clicking here.

No time to shop?! Monetary donations are always welcomed and appreciated!

• Thank you to Jen Zielinski for sponsoring the cold bar for the week of October 6-10
• Thank you to Betty Stieve for sponsoring the cold bar for the week of October13-17
• Thank you to Dennis & Teri Appold for a variety of apples during the week of October 6-17

Trunk or Treat

Join us for Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 24, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

*Rain Date: Saturday, October 25, 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Come to the school parking lot and playground for trick-or-treating, host a treat trunk, or just come hang out for the simple joy of being together. The event will be all outdoors with light refreshments and snacks provided.

Please fill out this form to let us know you are willing to host a trunk. Thank you for being willing to help us make this event possible!

NOTE: Please plan candy/treats for about 150-200 kids. 5:30 p.m. arrival (or before) is recommended for trunk set-up.

Questions? Contact Janelle at (419) 494-6815 or jwhitneywiess@gmail.com

Fresh Wreath Fundraiser

Spruce up your holiday decor in support of St. Paul Lutheran School! Order your 24 inch Fraser Fir holiday wreath now. $25. Wreaths will be available for pick up just in time for Thanksgiving celebrations.

Contact Kristen Glasser to order: 989-529-2962.

Sales end November 7th. Submit cash or check payment to Kristen or the St. Paul Office when you place your order. Make checks out to Artisans Landscaping.

Good Samaritan Ministries

Friendship Circle had the awesome experience of touring the Good Samaritan Ministries facility in Bay City. As they were touring, their host Jill, let them know of some of the needs that they have at their shelter. If you are interested in donating, there will be a tote located in the church narthex for new and lightly used bath towels, washcloths, and hand towels. Thank you for helping!

St. Paul in Prayer

All are invited to be a part of St. Paul in Prayer, a new group beginning here at St. Paul that will be meeting once a week to pray for our school, students, staff, and church. Each meeting will be one hour long as we use a specific format for praying using scripture as our guide. Even if you do not have children or grandchildren at St. Paul, you may still come and join us in prayer. If you have any questions, please call or Text Heidi Schultz at 989-450-0975.

Ladies Aid - Color Tour

Ladies Aid is planning a local fall color tour for Saturday, October 18. We will meet at the MC by 9:00 a.m. to car pool and leave by 9:10 a.m. We’ll caravan to Sugar Springs for the Gladwin Showcase of Quilts display. Admission is $5. Then lunch (on your own) at one of the local restaurants. As we wind our way home, we’ll stop at an orchard for donuts and cider and possibly some little shops along the way. Please RSVP, especially if you’re willing to be a driver, to Ro Hardy 989-450-2377 or Melissa Appold 989-225-6902. It should be a casual, fun, fall girls’ day out and all ladies are welcome to join in.

Wellspring Lutheran Child and Family Services Auxiliary

  —Gift cards for the Bay County Foster Children serviced by the Bay City Wellspring Office , to help purchase Christmas gifts , will be collected again this year. We are collecting $30.00 Walmart Gift Cards and/or $30.00 checks made out to Wellspring Lutheran Child and Family Services. These gift cards and/or checks can be dropped off in the boxes in the church or Ministry Center, by November 12th.  If you have any questions please contact Cheryl Leppek at (989)460-8383 or Angie Buda at (989) 396-4198.

Thrivent Action Grants

Thrivent Action Grants are a fantastic way for Thrivent clients to lead a volunteer project in our St. Paul Lutheran Church and School community. Each grant provides up to $250 in "seed money" for projects such as fundraisers, service activities, and/or educational events. Thrivent Action Grants are a great opportunity to get a team together, live generously in faith, and make a small or significant difference in our church and school community. If you are a Thrivent client and have an idea for a project, you can learn more and apply at Thrivent.com/ActionTeams. If you have any questions, contact the office.

Stewardship - An Act of Faith

Genesis 32:26 – “Then he said, ‘Let me go, for the day has broken.’ But Jacob said, ‘I will not let you go unless you bless me.’” The great Lutheran musician J.S. Bach composed a beautiful motet using this verse. It is the cry of true faith, much the same as Peter’s words: “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life” (John 6:68). True faith clings to the Lord no matter the struggle, no matter the “hard sayings” that the Lord speaks. True faith knows that God means to bless us always.

Come take a Peek at Valley!

A firm foundation. Life preparation. And a place to belong. Come take a peek at Valley on Tuesday, October 21 beginning at 6:00 pm. Whether you’re planning ahead for your child’s future, or high school is right around the corner - this night is for you! Let us know you’re coming and choose an arrival time at www.vlhs.com/takeapeek.

VLHS Fruit Sale

The Valley Lutheran Booster Club Fruit Sale kicks off on October 1! The following fruit is available:

• Florida Indian River Naval Oranges
• Florida Pink Grapefruit
• Mixed Navel Oranges/Pink Grapefruit
• Florida Mandarin Oranges
• Citrus Delight (all 3)

The sale continues until November 7. Fruit can be ordered from Valley students or online at www.vlhs.com/fruitsale (online ordering begins Oct. 1). Orders should be picked up at VLHS on Saturday, December 6.

St. John Amelith Trunk or Treat

St. John Amelith will host a trunk or treat on Saturday, October 25, 2025. If you would like to host a trunk, please call Deb Hutter at 989-316-8322. Treating starts at 5:00 p.m., trunk judging and potluck start at 5:30 p.m. Please bring a hot or cold dish to pass.

Peace Lutheran Apple Pie Sale

It’s the most flavorful time of the year: Peace Lutheran Apple Pie Sale time! Order your apple pies, crisps or crusts today! They will be ready to bake immediately upon pickup Saturday, Nov. 8, at Peace Lutheran Church, or may be frozen up to a year (instructions are included). Crumble Top 10-inch Pies are $12 for one, or $10 for two or more; 9-inch Apple Crisps (same as the apple pie but with no bottom crust) are $8 for one or $7.50 for two or more; and 10-inch Pie Crusts in Tin are $3. Order pickup is 10:30am-1pm Saturday, Nov. 8, at Peace Lutheran Church (main entrance off Adams), 3427 Adams Ave. in Saginaw. PLEASE NOTE: This is the final year Peace is able to offer these prices, so stock up! Buy extras to cover Thanksgiving, Christmas and your random weeknight cravings! Proceeds benefit the Peace Lutheran School PTL. The order deadline is Thursday, Oct. 30. Order online now and pay when you pick up your order Nov. 8 at the church. Click here to order.

Faith Lutheran Church

Faith Lutheran Church Bay City Parish Service Guild is selling GLB(Great Lakes Bay) Dining & Entertainment Cards. Cost is $30.00/card and can be picked up at the Faith Lutheran Church office. The cards can be used immediately and are good until December 12, 2026. Any questions, please call Marylee @ 989-397-5730.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Saginaw, will have their holiday bazaar on November 1, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. There will be gifts, cookies, crafts and lunch available for purchase.