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A Message from Pastor Dale
Over the past several years, one of the most meaningful practices of our congregation’s redevelopment journey has been our annual Church Council Planning Retreat. This Sunday afternoon, our Council will once again gather for prayer, reflection, conversation, and visioning as we evaluate our ongoing ministry goals and begin setting new strategic ministry and mission priorities for the next 2–5 years. You can always view our current ministry and mission goals at the Church Council link on our church website.
Although our formal redevelopment process officially concluded at the end of April, our commitment to intentional planning, faithful discernment, and healthy congregational growth continues. In many ways, redevelopment taught us the importance of regularly asking: Where is God leading us next? Rather than simply maintaining ministry, we now listen for how the Holy Spirit is continually calling St. Paul Lutheran Church to grow in worship, outreach, discipleship, service, and community engagement.
This past year has already shown encouraging and measurable signs of growth, including increased worship attendance and expanding ministry involvement. As we look ahead, we will continue exploring ways to strengthen hospitality, deepen faith formation, expand fellowship opportunities, care for one another, and serve, with joy, our wider community with Christ’s love.
Each year, our retreat theme verse is grounded in the promise of Ephesians 3:20:
“Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to accomplish abundantly far more than all we can ask or imagine…”
These words remind us that strategic planning is not only about setting goals; it is ultimately an act of faith and trust in God’s ongoing work among us. We invite you to keep your Church Council in prayer this weekend as together we seek and plan for God’s vision for the future of St. Paul Lutheran Church.
See you in church! (and bring a friend!)
Pastor Dale
| | This Sunday is Graduate Recognition Sunday! We celebrate and give thanks for our graduates, Evan Kroschel, Connor Fraley and Tucker Pederson, who are part of our St. Paul Lutheran Church family and are graduating this year. Congratulations to them all! | | The May 2026 Church Council Meeting minutes are available here, on our website, and in the church council book in the library. | | |
Our Summer Outdoor Worship services begin NEXT Sunday, June 7, and will alternate every other week, indoors and outdoors. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to sit on. If rain is
forecasted outdoor worship will be held indoors.
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Come join the Creation Care Team for a brainstorming session this Sunday, May 31, in the library following worship. We will be brainstorming together ways that St. Paul Lutheran can continue to be good stewards to God's world. All are welcome!
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Our quilting and sewing group, the Humble Bees, meets on the second Monday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at church.
No experience is necessary, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to quilt or sew, share your skills, or simply enjoy time together in fellowship. Whether you’re an experienced quilter, a beginner, or just curious, you are invited to join the group. And bring a friend!
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ANNUAL HUMBLE BEES SPRING QUILT RAFFLE
Our Humble Bees Sewing and Quilting Group is pleased to sponsor again this year’s Annual Spring Quilt Raffle, featuring three beautiful handcrafted quilts. Tickets are still available this Sunday morning for $5 each or three for $10. The drawing will take place immediately following worship this Sunday, and you do not need to be present to win. Don’t miss your chance to support the Humble Bees and our graduates and
take home one of these lovely quilts!
All proceeds from the raffle will be divided equally into college scholarship funds for our three graduating high school seniors,
Tucker Pederson, Connor Fraley, and Evan Kroschel.
| | WEST OF 55 RIVER BOAT CRUISE | | LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP! Join West of 55 for a summer river cruise on Sunday, June 7! We’ll depart from Stillwater at 4:30 p.m. for a relaxing two-hour cruise with buffet dinner on the beautiful St. Croix River. Please arrive by 4:00 p.m., as the boat will leave promptly. Open to all ages, with tickets $50.25 for ages 13+, $37.25 for ages 4–12, and free for ages 3 and under. The cruise is accessible, rain or shine, with nearby parking. Scholarships are available through the church office. Casual dress. This Sunday is the final day to sign up and submit payment to Carole or the church office! | | 2026 VBS DONATION REQUEST | | |
VBS this year is June 29 - July 2!
This year’s VBS theme is Rainforest Falls – Exploring the Nature of God.
The VBS team is seeking decorating donations to get our church ready for our faith filled week.
Please click here for our requested donation list.
Watch our VBS website page for more detailed information!
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Kathie Marabella and Pastor Carrie volunteer at Shobi's Table, a pay-as-you-can food truck that is a development of the St. Paul Synod.
Usually it is the last Tuesday of the month from 9 to Noon. Want to join us? This month it is April 28 from 9-Noon. You also get some tasty lunch. Email Pastor Carrie to join in.
| | WAPO SUMMER BIBLE CAMP REGISTRATION | | |
Summer Bible Camp at Lake Wapogasset (Amery, WI)
Our children and youth are invited to experience faith, fun, and friendship at Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp this summer. The theme is "Wonder: With God All Things Are Possible."
Options include Wapo Seeds (Grades 1–3) for a short first camp experience, Wapo Youth Camp (Grades 4–9) for a classic week of worship, Bible study, and outdoor fun, and Roots @ Ox Lake (High School) focused on community, leadership, and adventure.
Multiple sessions are offered June–August.
Talk to Pastor Carrie about the best dates for your family, pricing, and registration.
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Vasospastic Disorder
Vasospastic disorders cause blood vessels in your fingers and toes to narrow when you are cold or feeling stressed. This narrowing is called a vasospasm.
When this happens, blood cannot get to the surface of your skin so it turns white and blue. When the blood flow returns, the skin turns red and throbs or tingles. In the worse cases, blood flow loss can cause sores or tissue death. Click here to read more about Vasospastic Disorder.
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2026 Weekly
General Fund Offering Received
$89,606.54
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2026 Weekly
General Fund Offering
Budgeted
$88,387.38
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Over / (Under) Budgeted General Fund Offering
$1,219.16
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2026
Total Revenue Received
$137,498.50
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2026
Total Revenue Budgeted
$108,179.10
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Over / (Under) Budgeted Total Revenue Budgeted
$29,319.40
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Monthly Totals (as of 04/30/2026)
Total Expenses: $101,302
Net Revenue: $11,239
Edward Jones Balance: $61,563
The Total Revenue received includes ALL revenue received by SPLC.
General Fund Revenue is the portion of Total Revenue Received through
undesignated offerings from members and guests.
Please contact our Church Council Treasurer, Andy Buccanero or
our Bookkeeper, Chris Timmons, with any questions.
| | GIVE NOW! ELECTRONICALLY! | | Click the purple button to give now using our newly updated and improved electronic giving page, still powered by Vanco. You can set up a one time or recurring gift. Thank you! | | | |
Graduate Recognition Sunday, May 31
Worship w/ Sacrament of Holy Baptism, 9:00 a.m.
Quilt Raffle Drawing after Worship
Monday, June 1
Boy Scouts, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 2
Adult Bible Study, 1:00 p.m.
Cub Scouts, 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 7—First Outdoor Worship
Outdoor Worship w/Sacrament of Holy Baptism, 9:00 a.m.
LOOKING AHEAD
Pollinator Sunday, June 14
Father’s Day w/ Root beer Floats Following Outdoor Worship, June 21
w/Guest Worship Band, Cornerstone!
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St. Paul Lutheran Church
651-462-5212
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