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This Week at
St. Paul's Lutheran Church-Lionville
May 31, 2026
"Grow in Faith, Serve with Love, Invite into Fellowship"
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First Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, May 31
9:30 am Combined Service
Attend in person or worship online
Everyone is welcome!
Second Sunday of Every Month:
4:00 pm - Rejoicing Spirits Service
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Our Prayer List.
We pray for Ricky, Craig, Nancy Jane, Barbara, Barry, Pastor John Carlson, Carolyn, Danny, Delores, Harold, Rick, Barbara, Anna, Scott, Lauren, Bob, Lois, Dave, Marla, Fred, Luke, Carson, Brenda, Ben, Belinda, Fran, Keith, Mary, Diana, William, Melissa, Jerry, Janet, Eamon, Arthur, Kim, Gene, Anne, Samantha S., Samantha, Steven, Rick, Janet K., Amy C., Pat, Marlene, Garnet, Chip, and Jean. We pray that your comforting Spirit be present with the Cushing family as they grieve the death of Leslie’s mother, Carol Penjuke. We lift up Drew, Bianka, Liam, Daniel, Zach, and Alistair in the military. We pray for peace in Sudan, Ukraine, and the Middle East. We pray for those we now name aloud or lift up quietly in our hearts.
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Outdoor Service and Picnic
On Sunday, June 7, we will celebrate a wonderful outdoor service (weather permitting) at 9:30 am followed by a great afternoon of food and fellowship. The church will provide hotdogs, hamburgers, and veggie burgers. You can sign up online to contribute to the meal and RSVP, go to StPaulsLionville.org/events. If your family likes to play outdoor games, bring your favorite one along. This is always such a delightful event that it would be a great opportunity to invite a friend, neighbor or family member to worship that day! Please note that for those who regularly watch our livestream, due to the complications of offering the livestream outdoors, only the pre-recorded sermon will be offered that morning.
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Young Families End of Year Picnic
OUR SECOND ANNUAL YOUNG FAMILIES END-OF-YEAR PICNIC will be held on Sunday, May 31 from 12:30 pm until 3:00(ish) at Warwick County Park, Pavilion #3. Burgers, hot dogs, and drinks will be provided, with participating families asked to bring a side dish, snack, or dessert to share with the group. All families with kids in preschool through 5th grade are invited; older and younger siblings are welcome to come, too! Sign up here to let us know you are coming: May 31st Young Families Picnic. Questions? Contact Craig Miller at craigyouthmin@gmail.com, or 484-320-0785.
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Collection
All this month we are collecting peanut butter and jelly for the Chester County Food Bank as they prepare to give out their summer student food boxes. PB&J is a big part of the giveaway so that school-age children can easily prepare a lunch for themselves during the summer months when school lunches are not available. Please add PB&J (plastic jars only) to your grocery list to bring to the church though Sunday, June 14, National Children’s Day.
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VBS Registration is Now Open!
Get ready for the brightest week of the year! Our Illumination Station Vacation Bible School will run from 9:00 am - 12:00 noon from Monday, July 27 through Friday, July 31. Registration is open to all students from age 4 (by 1/1/26) through 5th grade (completed 2025-2026). Adults and children who have completed 5th grade or higher are encouraged to volunteer to help out. More information and registration for campers and volunteers can be found online. Paper forms are available in the narthex.
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"Envelope" Fundraiser for ASP
IF YOU HAVE TAKEN A FUNDRAISER ENVELOPE OFF OF THE YOUTH BULLETIN BOARD, please return it with the indicated amount and card inside filled out by Sunday, May 31. Completed envelopes can be placed in the church offering or turned in to the church office.
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Thrift Sale
Our next thrift sale will be on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31 from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Parsonage. We have received many donations, so invite a friend and come explore our offerings. Proceeds benefit the Chester County Food Bank and help fund repairs to the Parsonage.
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Organist/Accompanist or Assistant Music Director Position
Our team is ready to start receiving application materials for this staff position. You'll notice we are advertising in two different ways. We remain committed to our use of the organ in traditional worship and if needed, will be restructuring the Music Director position to ensure continuity in this area. We will ultimately select the new person and role that best align with the lead applicant's specific skills and heart to ensure the best fit for our music ministry. If you are interested or know someone who might be a good candidate, please check out StPaulsLionville.org/careers to learn more.
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Youth Protection Policy Training
YOUTH PROTECTION POLICY TRAINING for adults who work with youth and children in our congregation will be offered on multiple occasions in the coming weeks. If you have not received training in our Youth Protection Policy within the past five years and plan to help with ASP, Vacation Bible School, or any other upcoming events that involve children and youth, please plan to attend one of these trainings:
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Sunday, June 14 from 10:45 to 11:45 am at St. Matthew's
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Tuesday, June 16 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm online/Zoom
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Thursday, June 18 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm online/Zoom
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Sunday, June 21 from 10:45 to 11:45 am at St. Paul's
You only need to attend one of these sessions, as they are all the same presentation. Sign up here to participate: Youth Protection Policy Training.
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Summer Family Fun Night
We’re having another great night of free fun, food and games for all ages on Saturday, June 27 from 5:00-7:00 pm. With the weather turning nicer, we’re looking forward to being outdoors for outside games. We also hope to offer a mini water park if the weather is hotter. We’ll also have crafts, hot dogs, games, ice cream, music and more coming! The event is open to the public, young and old alike! Please let us know if you plan to attend or are able to help us make the event a success by signing up online.
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Celebration of Confirmation
On Sunday, May 31, we will
celebrate the Confirmation of Kara Hillestad, Isabella Maloskey, Jacob Teague, and Ryan Teague. May God bless all our Confirmation students.
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Help Lead Worship Behind the Scenes!
St. Paul’s is looking for volunteers to join our Worship Tech Team to help us "worship in spirit and truth." By joining this team, you’ll provide needed support for the worship team, allowing our audio technicians to focus their expertise on mastering the sound while you handle the visuals. You’ll play a vital role by timing slide transitions to stay just ahead of the congregation, ensuring everyone can sing and speak along confidently.
- The Perks: Enjoy Dave’s great company and reserved balcony seating with the best view in the house while you serve!
- The Role: Advance slides in OBS and assist with technical needs during worship.
- The Commitment: Serve once every 4–6 weeks. An annual commitment is preferred for continuity.
- Requirements: Attention to detail, basic tech skills, and a heart for our mission.
- Training: Full support provided by our Director of Music and Worship Technician.
Want to learn more? Click here for full ministry description. Ready to sign up? Just contact Maureen in the church office to get started!
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Rare Birds June Lunch
On Tuesday, June 9 at noon, the Rare Birds (ages 50+) will be having lunch at the home of Naomi Stoltzfus (1853 Agape Court, East Earl, PA). We are limited to 20 attendees. The cost is $30.00 per person. Payment can be made to Karen Lammey on the day of the event by cash, check, or Venmo (Karen-Lammey). To join for lunch, please RSVP to Karen Lammey by Wednesday, June 3.
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Rejoicing Spirits Service
Our next Rejoicing Spirits service will be on Sunday, June 14 at 4:00 pm.This is an informal, inclusive and adapted service open to all in the community, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, regardless of faith background. The service includes joyous music, singing and brief, meaningful, pastor-led sermons.
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Youth Ministry News
For the most up-to-date event information and signup links,
go online to the Youth Ministry web page at StPaulsLionville.org/youth.
YOUTH AND PARENT HELP IS NEEDED WITH OUR (POSTPONED) CAR WASH FUNDRAISERS! We are holding car washes on Saturday morning, May 30 at St. Paul's, and on Sunday morning, May 31 at St. Matthew's. All sixth through twelfth graders are encouraged to participate in one or both events to raise money for the youth ministry. Parents are needed to help move cars around. Sign up here to participate: Youth Car Wash Fundraiser Help.
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Musical Notes From Lindsay
May 31st: Pentecost and Confirmation!
The songs today are inspired by our Gospel reading, John 7: 37-39, where Jesus says: “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.”
Gathering Song: ELW 423 Shall We Gather At the River
The text of this Robert Lowry hymn speaks perfectly to the message of finding living water in Christ. The march-like rhythm creates a feeling of steadiness and forward motion, as the lyrics describe the provision of grace received at the river that flows by the throne of God. The march-like quality of Lowry's hymns is considered iconic of his composing style. We will play this song as prelude to help familiarize the congregation with the tune.
Gospel Acclamation: WOV 612 Halle, Halle, Hallelujah
If you prefer, feel free to locate a copy of With One Voice and follow along there! Make sure to keep it handy for the communion songs...
Song of the Day: Waterlife
This song was part of my first service at St. Paul's, and I immediately found myself drawn in by it's rhythmic urgency. I also enjoy how the melody in the verses mimics the downward flow of water. The water imagery in the text makes it a fitting selection for our song of the day.
Choral Anthem: Canon for Pentecost
The Kingdom Choir's final anthem of the season! I have so enjoyed getting to know all of the singers, and I am already excitedly imagining what the future holds after summer. Looking forward to summer pick-up choir!
Communion Music:
Our first communion song can also be found in With One Voice:
WOV 693 Baptized in Water (our recent baptism service also included this hymn)
Sending Song: Go In Peace
I have heard this is another favorite at St. Paul's--I look forward to sending the confirmation class into the world with the words of this selection:
Go in peace and serve the Lord
Let your life shine out in the world
Christ is calling you to follow Him
Make your lives a living sacrifice
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