Homebound

• Doris Appold
• Dorine Auernhammer
• Gwen Bakus
• Jon Ittner
• Mike & Karen Kusch
• Margaret Meyer
• RoseAnne Schmidt
• Tim Wegener
• Shirley Ziegler
• Janet Hoerauf
• Sandy Hafer
• Tom and Lea Roma
• Julie Roark

Special

• Dean Bass
• Larry Kramer
• Judy Coulter
• Lois Matthes
• Jeff Heckman
• Karen Berger
• Tim Weiman family
• Tiffany Switek
• Sue Clark (Howard Grantham's sister)
• Scott Martin
• Wayne Schmidt
• Diane Rachwitz
• Justine Marlette
• Andrea Dent
• Dave Sherry

This Week's Members

• Daryl & Lori Appold
• Dean & Karen Bass
• Jeffrey Berger
• Ella Clauss
• Lisa Easton
• Gary & Carol Gibbon
• Gerald & Janet Hoerauf
• Robert Kochalka
• Hannah Mossner
• Lori Reisig
• Rose Anne Schmidt
• Nicholas Verity
• Kathy Zaplitny

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 - 343 (193, 150)

Adult Baptism

This Sunday, October 27, Eric Demers will be baptized at the 8:00 a.m. service.

Church Records

This Sunday at the 8:00 a.m. service, Mark Kuizenga, Eric Demers, & Jessica Demers will confirm their faith. Shelly Rieger will affirm her faith.

Acolyte Schedule

Click here to see the October-December 2024 Acolyte Schedule.

Livestream

Facebook or YouTube

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 27 - 1John 5

October 28 - Psalms 120-122

October 29 - Proverbs 25

October 30 - 2John

October 31 - 3John

November 1 - Psalms 123-125

November 2 - John 1

This Sunday's Hymns

656, 562, 392, 645, 655, 556, 578

Roll Call Sunday - Confirmation Classes

If you are planning on attending the 10:30 a.m. Roll Call service, please meet in the Welcome Center beforehand. We will organize into confirmation groups and enter the service together. Thank you!

Trunk or Treat

Join us for Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 25, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

*Rain Date: Saturday, October 26, 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.

Travelin' Tom's Coffee

Come to the school parking lot and playground for trick-or-treating and grab some Travelin' Tom's Coffee! 10% of the sales will benefit the Junior High Youth Group and help to send them to the August 2025 Youth Gathering!

Time Change

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2. Set your clocks back one hour!

Do You Need A Box of Offering Envelopes?

As we prepare the new giving envelopes for 2025, please consider electronic giving for your tithes and offerings. If you received a box this year but do not need one in the future, please contact the office to opt out of envelopes. You would still receive a yearly statement of contributions. On the other hand, if you haven't received a box of envelopes and would like to request one so that you will receive a contribution statement, please also contact the office. Thank you!

Church Membership

The elders are currently in the process of "cleaning up" the membership rolls to better reflect who actually belongs to St. Paul. If you are not in the habit of signing the attendance sheet, please do so! It makes our reports much easier to read.

Scholastic Book Fair!

There is still time to shop the St. Paul Book Fair online! Now through November 3rd, 25% of every online purchase directly benefits St. Paul. Please share our shopping link with family and friends and encourage them to support the Book Fair! www.scholastic.com/bf/stpaulbaycity

Can & Bottle Drive - Youth Group

The St. Paul Youth Group will be having a Returnable Can & Bottle Collection Fundraiser during the month of November. Money raised will be used toward expenses for our students attending the 2025 National Youth Gathering in New Orleans. Look for the Begick Nursery trailer in the Ministry Center parking lot beginning November 1^st to drop off your bagged returnable can & bottle donations. Thank you for your support of the St. Paul youth who will be attending the 2025 LCMS National Youth Gathering.  Please contact Vicki Begick (989-525-3733) with any questions regarding the Can & Bottle Drive. 

Ladies Aid Christmas Party

Dear Ladies Aid members- Please plan on attending our annual Christmas party. This year it will be held at the Ministry Center on Monday, December 2. Cost is $20.00 per person. Social hour begins at 5:00 p.m., with dinner at 6:00 p.m. You can signup and pay at the November 4 meeting. For questions please contact Cindy Eastman 989-686-7365. 

Ladies Aid Bake Sale

The St. Paul Ladies Aid will be having a donut hour and bake sale this year on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Donut hour will be from 8:30-9:30 a.m., with the bake sale from 9:30-11:00 a.m. We plan to have all of our traditional German treats including eisenkuechle, springerle, stollen, butter horns, breads, and sauerkraut. Any congregation members interested in donating baked goods or helping to work the Bake Sale, please contact Diane Behmlander at 989-297-3485, Jennifer Zielinski at 989-450-9805, Shelley Appold at 989-482-6617, Tammy Jaskiewicz at 989-385-0898 or Betty Stieve at 989-321-1442.

Ladies Aid Bake Sale Help Needed

Ladies Aid Bake Sale committee is looking for some help to get ready for the big day. On Thursday, December 5, we need fryers for the Eisenkuechles and Friday, December 6, we need bread makers. We would welcome any help and any shifts you are available. If interested or have any questions, call Diane Behmlander at 989-297-3485, Jennifer Zielinski at 989-450-9805, Shelley Appold at 989-482-6617, Tammy Jaskiewicz at 989-385-0898 or Betty Stieve at 989-321-1442.

Wellspring - Bay County Foster Children Christmas Gifts

Wellspring Lutheran Services is supporting Bay County Foster Children with providing Christmas Gifts this year. Please find the donation box located in church by the cards. Wellspring is collecting $30.00 Walmart gift cards, or a $30.00 check made out to Wellspring Lutheran Services. Ladies Aid Auxiliary committee will be accepting donations until November 10th. Any amount you are willing to give will contribute to ensure these children have a Merrier Christmas! Please reach out to Stacy at 989-213-5926 with any questions.

Embrace Grace

St. Paul is excited to be walking with two Moms this Fall. Both Jess and Faith are due the same date in January and are having boys. Embrace Grace was created to give women who find themselves in an unplanned pregnancy hope and love.

Being pro-life is more than a belief or a vote, it is sharing Jesus. We are honored to

support these two brave women who have chosen life.

Please join us for our next Embrace Grace - St. Paul Baby Shower on Saturday,

November 16, at 2:00 pm in the Ministry Center.

You may purchase gifts from the links below or from any store, gift cards are welcome too. Please place UNWRAPPED gifts in the box in the ministry center or you can ship them directly to the address listed on Amazon. We will be sorting the gifts and dividing them up between Jess and Faith. Thank you for your prayers and support, we could not do this ministry without you! Question or for more information call Lisa Goss 989-450-8128.

Faith's Amazon Gift Registry - click here.

Jessica's Amazon Gift Registry - click here.

Fresh Wreath Fundraiser

Spruce up your holiday decor in support of the Art Program at 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. Sales end November 5th. Payment is due at the time you place your order. Contact Kristen Glasser 989-529-2962 or Debbie Garcia 989-948-1922.

2025 LCMS National Youth Gathering 

Attention all High School youth and parents. If you are interested in attending the 2025 NYG in New Orleans (July 19-23), please contact Vicki Begick at 989-525-3733. Further details can be found at www.lcmsgathering.com and in the SNYG Slack app.

Sunday Night Youth Group Meals

The Sunday Night Youth Group is seeking volunteers to prepare meals for about a dozen people. There is a sign-up poster near the Youth Room. SNYG starts at 5:00 p.m. every Sunday unless noted. This really helps out the SNYG leaders!! Thank you!

Junior High Youth Group - Candy Donations

"The junior high youth group is excited to have their first trunk at the school Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 25th. We are seeking donations of candy to be passed out at the event. If you would like to donate, please place bags outside the youth room in the labeled bin, or drop candy off at the school office. Any questions, contact Andrea Dent (734) 664-1678." 

SOCK-tober

For the month of October the youth will be accepting new socks for children and teens. All donations will be going to Wellspring's Foster System. Boxes will be located in church and the ministry center. 

Michigan District - Elected Office

Are you interested in serving an elected office for the Michigan District the following triennium (2026-2029)? Nominations are now open for the lay positions of regional and synodical nominating committees, as well as the Church Extension Fund Board. Nominees, if approved, will go to a vote at next summer's District Convention. If interested, please speak with Pastor Matyas.

Church Extension Fund - Representative Needed

Are you interested in being St. Paul's representative for Church Extension Fund? This volunteer position is tasked with promoting, encouraging, and facilitating our membership's involvement in growing the church-at-large through financial investments. Included is an enjoyable annual conference each fall. Please speak to Pastor Matyas or Sam and Luella Britton for more information.

Stewardship - An Act of Faith

Romans 3:20 – “For by works of the law no human being will be justified in His sight, since through the law comes knowledge of sin.” The Law of God is good — it’s just that we sinners cannot save ourselves by the Law. Salvation is a free gift of God because that is the only way we could ever be saved. The Law shows us God’s holiness and thus our own sin. And now in Christ we can look at the Law and see it in a new light as well: as a guide for how to live a godly life in thanksgiving to God for His gracious forgiveness in Christ.

Valley Vision

Click here to see the October 2024 Valley Vision.

Valley Announcements

• The VLHS Booster Club Fruit Sale is going on now through November 8. Purchase your fresh oranges, grapefruits, or mandarins today! Contact a VL student, the VLHS office (989-790-1676), or order online at www.vlhs.com/fruitsale. Thank you for supporting the Boosters, who in turn support extracurricular activities at Valley!

• VLHS Drama Department invites you to their fall production of “Alice in Wonderland”, held November 7, 8, and 9 at 7:00 p.m. in the gym. Tickets are $7/adult, $5 student, $24/family, sold in advance in the school office beginning October 28 or at the door as available.

• Also on November 7 - come visit the Art and Science Showcase that highlights all our Biology and Art 1 students have learned as they’ve explored, researched, and investigated Michigan native plants and animals this fall. Open from 5:00 - 6:30 in the Fine Arts & Science hallways at Valley.

• The VLHS Music Department will hold its Fall Instrumental Concert on Sunday, November 10 at 3 p.m. in the VLHS gym. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.

Bach Reformation Festival

Come to the Music at St. Lorenz Concert Series as we celebrate the anniversary of the Reformation with the choirs at St. Lorenz on Sunday, October 27, at 4:00 pm! Selections to be performed will feature the music of Johann Sebastian Bach the premiere composer of our Lutheran heritage. In addition to a performance of Bach's First Orchestral Suite by members of the Flint Symphony Orchestra, this concert will focus on the cantata Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott (BWV 80), a rendition of the beloved hymn A Mighty Fortress is Our God. All concerts are open to the public; a freewill donation will be taken.