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….but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength;
they will fly up on wings like eagles;
they will run and not be tired;
they will walk and not be weary.
Isaiah 40:31
Greetings!
Thank you for the photos and videos you sent me, documenting your time outdoors noticing creation. Thanks be to God, the one who accompanies us on every walk.
I pray renewal and joy for you in this season.
Pastor Sherrie
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Pathways to Generosity is about giving from a grateful heart to partner in ministries that changes people’s lives. In the coming weeks you will be invited to go on a journey of discovery and prayer. Devotionals will be emailed to you each of the next five weeks. When we take a step along a path of growing generosity, we are moving forward in our spiritual journeys and deepening our relationship with God.
Worship Guide: October 9, 9:00 am
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Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving.
Colossians 4:2 (NRSV)
For Healing & Grace:
- Pat Williams (Keith)
- Jennie Miller
- Fred Nekola
- Bob Gilchrist (Penny)
- Kathy and Steve Davis
- Duane Nesetril (Kay)
- Susan Boyce (Darlin Keck’s sister)
- Gary Speicher (Sue)
- Jackie Kool (Norm)
- Diane King
- Kathleen Baker
- Judy Franta
- Diana Irvin
- Brandi and Chris Thomas (relatives of Kathy & Steve Davis)
- Sally Ford
- Dan McAleer (Sally)
- Charles Edwards (Lora Lea)
- Milt and Mary Gade
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- David Birchmier (Vonda Birchmier’s brother)
- Jennifer DeBaun
- Cheri Young (Gene & Carry Young’s daughter)
- Gottlieb and Simon Bollin (Kristin Simon’s sons)
- Mina Arbore (John)
- Harper Keck
- Linda Hadley
- Judy and Bill Schatz
- Charman Banks (John)
- Quinn Anton Jensen (Nancy & Brice Anton Jensen’s son)
- Ryan Vick
- Kris Yahn (Steve)
In Hospice Care for:
- Donna Doolittle (Jim)
- Doris Kurrelmeyer
- Jim Milden (Rose)
- Philip Rummells
- Dorothy Crilley (Mike Crilley’s mother)
In Memory of:
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Have a Prayer Request?
Please click here or call the church office at 363-2058 to notify a pastor of a prayer request. Include permission to share with others, or a request for confidentiality.
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Learn more about kids' and youth ministries at St. Paul's...
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St. Paul's ELC Fundraiser
Help support St. Paul's Early Childhood Learning Center
with Flavored Pasta, Meal Kits, Soup Mixes, and Pasta Salad Mixes all made in Marion, Iowa. Order Form
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Invitation to Support Hurricane Relief
Read more on how to lend support from our Bishop Laurie Haller.
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We have a chance to walk to help end hunger!
The Annual Marion/Cedar Rapids CROP Walk is a 5k walk that will take place Sunday, October 9th starting at 1:30 on the Marion trails. The Walk begins at Thomas Park.
This is the 50th year of the local CROP Walk, and this is an opportunity for us to join together to do something significant, and to have fun doing it.
From the website: “CROP Hunger Walks are community-based walk fundraising events held in cities and towns across the United States, created to support the global mission of Church World Service, a faith-based organization transforming communities around the globe through just and sustainable responses to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. After a CROP Hunger Walk ends, 25% of the funds raised is returned to the host community to support local hunger fighting efforts.”
If you are interested, please email Pastor Jonathan Heifner ([email protected]) and he will share more details.
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Climate Action for Everyone
Join us Wednesday, October 12, 6:30-7:30 pm in Wesley Center, with special guest, Deaconess Irene DeMaris, Executive Director of Iowa Interfaith Power & Light, and other guest TBA. Bring your friends and come learn about climate action in our city and state, and how all can help affect change. Sponsored by St. Paul's United Women in Faith.
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Fall Church Grounds Clean-up Day:
Schedule Change!
Due to the continuing efforts of volunteers since the church clean-up day was originally announced, Saturday morning should be ample time to complete the Fall tasks. Let’s plan on meeting at 9:00 am and finishing by noon on Saturday, October 15th.
We will focus on (1) the backyard of Ray’s house – trash and vine removal; (2) edging sidewalks and curbs; (3) transplanting hosta to the 3rd Ave. flower bed.
All are welcome. Please RSVP to RSVP request to Dave Mather or Shelby Roth.
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Annual Church Conference
October 16, 5:30 pm
Please join us to celebrate ministry and mission and tend to the annual business of the church! Join with our Cedar Rapids UM churches of the Metro Circuit in our Sanctuary! District Superintendent, Moody Colorado will lead our event.
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Taize Worship
Youth and adults are invited to the Gathering Space on October 19th, 6:45-7:15 pm, for a Taize (pronounced: tay-zay) service. This will be a simple time of meditative reflection through music and prayer. This grounding and peaceful time will be offered by St. Paul’s members.
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Join Mondays, at Noon in the Sanctuary for about 15 minutes of guided prayer time. All prayers welcome, especially for our community, church, and world. After we finish, anyone who wants to walk together outside can. And, any who want to go get lunch instead can. Please let Pastor Sherrie know if you would like to join from your home and we will consider offering a weekly Facebook LIVE event.
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Upcoming Wednesday Evening Study
Wednesdays, October 26th through November 16th, 6:30-7:30 pm at church
Norm Bennett and Pastor Jonathan will be leading a four-week study on Brian McLaren’s newest book Do I Stay Christian? A Guide for the Doubters, the Disappointed, and the Disillusioned. You can pick up a copy of the book wherever you purchase books. Please email Pastor Jonathan ([email protected]) if you are interested in being part of this study.
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No Tricks Here,
Only Treats
Join us at Trunk-or-Treat Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 3:00-4:00pm ! It’s going to be a family friendly afternoon of fun and treats! Trunk-or-Treat will be held in the St. Paul’s UMC 2nd Avenue parking lot, and features trick or treating stations from the trunks of cars or truck tailgates. Gather your family and invite your friends for this fun afternoon. Trunk-or-Treat is free to attend. No registration required. Don't forget your not-so-scary costume! Event hosted at St. Paul's UMC (1340 3rd Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids). Event sponsored by: Iowa BIG, Collins Community Credit Union, United We March Forward, and Wellington Heights Community Church.
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Candy Donations and
Trunks Decorators Needed
We couldn’t host Trunk-or-Treat without the generous support of people like you. Consider donating your time, talents and skills to this event! Sign up here. Or email Becca Nims at [email protected]. We also need goodies (nut-free) to hand out during the event. Consider donating candy such as: Gum Drops (DOTS), Lollipops, Skittles, Starburst, SweeTARTS, or Tootsie Rolls.
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Holiday Fair 2022:
Ring in the Season
Wed., Nov 2 (3:00-7:30 pm) & Thurs., Nov. 3 (10:00 am-2:30 pm)
Come shop and dine with us! All proceeds will go to support United Women in Faith local, national, and international missions! Both days will feature:
- Craft Boutique featuring hundreds of handmade crafts by our talented St. Paul’s women.
- Country Store offering baked goods, candy, homemade pickles, frozen soup, and more.
- Cookie Walk presenting an incredible variety of cookies to take home.
- Fair Trade showcasing fun and good-for-our-earth gifts.
Holiday Fair: Wednesday
Potato Bar Meal, 4:00-7:00 pm Dine in or carry out: $10 Adults/
$5 Under 12. Includes dessert and beverage.
Holiday Fair: Thursday
Theme Table Viewing, 10:30-11:30 am Enjoy elegant to whimsical table settings created by St. Paul’s women.
Luncheon, 12:00-2:00 pm Deconstructed Shepherd’s Pie served by our amazing waiters. Treasures in Our Closets Fashion Show, Tickets-$20 each. Purchase October 16th and 23rd between Sunday church services or by calling 319-362-5285 after October 16th.
Let Holiday Fair get you in the mood for the Christmas season. Volunteer to help. Start your Christmas shopping early. Stock up on holiday treats. (Many are freezer-friendly.) Bring a friend or two or three! Ring in the Season!
Can’t make it to Holiday Fair? Support United Women in Faith’s mission projects with a donation. Make checks payable to United Women in Faith and write “Holiday Fair” in the memo line.
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Opportunity to Serve as an Usher
The Ushering Team is seeking team members for the 9:00am service. If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Jim Steggall at (319) 651-1092.
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The Cedar Rapids Concert Chorale
The Cedar Rapids Concert Chorale and orchestra with guest soloists, Thaddeus Ennen, baritone and Doris Gitzy, organist, will perform their first concert of the 2022-23 season on Sunday, October 23, 2:30 pm at First Congregational Church (361 17th St. SE). The program includes Harvest Anthem by Edward Elgar and Dettingen Te Deum by G. F. Handel. Advance tickets are available at crchorale.org for $15 or $20 at the door. Students with ID are free.
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- Sunday In person & Facebook Live Worship - 9:00 am
- Worship Café (Contemporary) - 11:15 am
- African Nationals Sunday In person & Facebook Live Worship - 12:30 pm
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Sunday Morning Nursery: The Nursery will be available for young families during the 9:00 am service through the adult Sunday School Hour.
- Past Sermon Videos
- Services on Cable TV
- Get Connected with St. Paul's UMC
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