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This Week at
St. Paul's Lutheran Church-Lionville
March 2, 2025
"Grow in Faith, Serve with Love, Invite into Fellowship"
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Transfiguration of Our Lord
Sunday, March 2
8:00 am Traditional Service
9:15 am Faith Formation (for all ages)
10:30 am Contemporary 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 Hunter, Mike, Kim, Sue, Samantha, Gene, Harry, Dave, Nick, Ron, Elaina, Adam, Anne, Samantha D., Betsy, Patty, Deb, Helene M., Jen, William, Jane, Samantha, Michael, Steven, Rick, Dave M., Lucy, Janet K., Amy C., Ruth, Sid, Sandy L., Pat, Marlene, Garnet, Chip, Sandy F., and Jean. We pray that your comforting Spirit be present with the Miller family as they grieve the death of Mary Ann’s cousin Charles. We lift up Daniel, Zach, Alistar, and Chris in the military. We pray for peace in Ukraine and the Middle East. We pray for those we now name aloud or lift up quietly in our hearts.
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The Lenten Gospel of Matthew Worship Series
Last year, during Lent, we focused on the Gospel of Mark and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive and many folks asked that we continue with another Gospel. The next logical Gospel is Matthew which we will focus on this Lent. This is one of the best ways to grow in faith, reading the Bible and especially one of the Gospels! These accounts of Jesus’ life help us understand his ministry, miracles, teaching and ultimately the sacrifice of Jesus and his resurrection. This year in Lent (March 5-April 20, 2025) we will have the daily opportunity to read, or listen to the Gospel of Matthew. Additionally, the worship services in Lent will focus on what we have read. For the Wednesday evening Lenten services, we’ll be watching a movie version of The Gospel of Matthew, word for word from the Bible with actors on location acting out the text. Lastly, there will be small groups which will meet each week for Bible study on the sections of the daily Matthew readings. To sign up for daily texts or emails with the readings and an audio version or to express interest in a Bible study, please go to StPaulsLionville.org/events.
We especially need people who are willing to host a Bible study, either in-person or online. If you would like to learn more about this, please contact PastorStuart@StPaulsLionville.org or call 610-804-1740. We hope this series will be a blessing to you!
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Spaghetti Dinner Food Donations
Spaghetti dinner food donations are still needed! We are looking for people to donate food and supplies for our March 7 Spaghetti Dinner. Donations should be dropped off at St. Paul's by Thursday, March 6 or at St. Matthew's by noon Friday, March 7. Sign up here to contribute: Spaghetti Dinner Food Donations.
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Family Ministry Activity for Young Families
Our next activity day for younger families will be held from 3:00 to 4:30 pm on Sunday afternoon, March 2 at St. Paul's! Families who have children from preschool through 5th grade are invited to join us for some active games, craft activities, and food; younger and older siblings are welcome, too! If you know you will be there, please sign up here to help us with planning: March 2nd Family Activity Day.
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Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Youth Fundraiser
The annual spaghetti dinner and youth fundraiser will be held on Friday evening, March 7 at St. Matthew's! As in past years, there will be two seatings, one at 5:30 pm and one at 7:00 pm. Unlike past years, tickets will not be sold but a freewill offering will be collected to benefit the St. Paul's/St. Matthew's youth ministry; suggested donations are $10 per adult and $5 per child 12 and under, or $30 per family. To reserve your seats, go to this link: March 7th Youth Spaghetti Dinner.
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First Communion Instruction
St. Paul's celebrates First Communion for those who are in fourth grade and older. There will be an upcoming instruction time for those students. If you have a student who is interested, please contact the church office or email pastorstuart@stpaulslionville.org.
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Game Night!
How about a fun night at St. Paul's to play some of your favorite games with others? We're gathering on Saturday, March 15 at 7 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Bring your own favorite games and some snacks to share with others and we'll have some fun together. Sign up here!
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Pop-Up Thrift Store News!
Our first pop up thrift store event was a huge success, raising over $2000 for local charitable organizations and repairs to the Parsonage! A big thank you to everyone who helped by donating items, organizing and working the sale, and getting the word out. Our next pop thrift store will be open on Saturday, March 8 and Sunday, March 9 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Donations of items for the next sale are now being accepted and may be left in the air locks between the entrance doors. Donations of housewares and home decor items are particularly appreciated.
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Rare Birds March Lunch
The Rare Birds (ages 50+) will be flying the coop in March. Join us for lunch at noon on Tuesday, March 11 at Appetites on Main (286 Main St, Exton, PA 19341). Please RSVP to Karen Lammey com by Sunday, March 9. Hope you can all join us!
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Wednesday Lenten Worship Services
Our Lenten journey starts on Wednesday, March 5. We will have worship services at noon and 7:00 pm with Holy Communion and the imposition of ashes. We hope you can attend one of these very special worship services!
During the Wednesdays of Lent (March 12- April 16) we will have brief services at 7 pm which will include The Gospel of Matthew movie. This movie is word for word from the Gospel of Matthew, with actors portraying the scenes, shot on location in the Holy Land. All are welcome to join us.
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Easter "Air-Lock" Door Greeters
Last year for Easter Sunday we restarted the practice of placing additional greeters outside of both “air-lock” entrances at both services. The Worship & Music Planning Team received a very favorable responses to this action last year and would like to continue it this year. This is an excellent “one-time” opportunity for a husband-and-wife (including children) team planning to attend one of the two services. To aid you in performing this responsibility, a simple written description will be provided. Please contact John Peiffer (610-363-9535 or
extonpeiffers@gmail.com) if you have any questions or would like to volunteer for one of the services.
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Chat and Chews Book Club
The Chat and Chews Sunday School Book Club will now meet on the THIRD Sunday of each month, after the late service in the Lounge next to the Hospitality Room. Our next meeting will be on Sunday, March 16.
We will be reading "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah. You do not have to finish the book or even read it to join us in a lively and faithful discussion. Please contact Gwen Werner at ggwerner@verizon.net or call the church office for more information. Happy Reading!
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Easter Food Drive
Please consider donating food or monetarily to St. Paul's Easter Food Drive. Food boxes go to local families in need. The primary recipients are families supported by the Care Center in West Chester. Food donations should be dropped off at St. Paul's by Sunday, April 6. Monetary donations can also be dropped off at church. Checks should be made to St. Paul's with a comment about going to the Food Drive. Click here to see a list of items for a complete food box or to sign up to donate.
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New Member Classes
If you’ve been attending St. Paul’s, we would love to welcome you as a new member this spring! We’ll hold classes on Sunday, March 23 and 30 and April 6 and 13, from 7:00-8:00 pm. These four weeks will be an opportunity to grow in faith, learn more about St. Paul’s, and build friendships with others who are also joining. Child care will be provided. If you would like to attend or have any questions, please feel free to contact Pastor Stuart via email at PastorStuart@StPaulsLionville.org or phone at 610-804-1740.
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Personal Care Kits Assembly and Notes
We will be assembling personal care kits for the homeless after the late service on Sunday, March 23. Please join us downstairs at church to lend a hand. In addition, please stop by the table in the narthex to write a note to be included in the care kits. A personal message of care and support goes a long way!
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Family Fun Night - Save the Date
Our next Family Fun night will be on Saturday, April 12. Mark your calendars and plan to join us! Details coming soon.
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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.
ATTENTION ALL YOUTH: HELP NEEDED FOR THE SPAGHETTI DINNER AND FUNDRAISER! We need 6th through 12th graders (and parents) to come out and be part of the youth ministry's biggest fundraising event of the year. We're looking for people to help with setup, decoration, cooking, and serving on Friday evening, March 7. Sign up here to help out: March 7th Spaghetti Dinner Help.
OUR NEXT HIGH SCHOOL 'OASIS' GET-TOGETHER will be Sunday, March 9 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at St. Matthew's. Come relax and unwind from the stress of school, activities, jobs, and anything else. No heavy topics or deep Bible studies; just an opportunity to "be." No advanced sign-up necessary; just show up! Open to all 9th through 12th graders, including friends.
SIXTH, SEVENTH, AND EIGHTH GRADERS! Our Middle School MANIA! group meets again on Sunday, March 16 from 1:00 to 2:30 pm at St. Matthew's. The theme will be "Messy!" Come enjoy food, games, activities, and lots of fun around this topic! (Wait - are we allowed to have fun during Lent? I'll look into that on March 17.) Sign up here to join us: March 16th Middle School MANIA! Mess!
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH (AND PARENTS) - INTRODUCING DIGITAL DAILY DEVOTIONS CHAT! Beginning on Ash Wednesday (March 5), we are launching a new opportunity to stay connected with your faith community on a daily basis. We will be using the 'Bible' app (that's its name) to receive a daily Bible verse, then have the opportunity to offer our personal thoughts/reflections/comments through a chat group using 'WhatsApp.' (People who want to participate will need to have both apps downloaded and installed on their phone, tablet, or other device.) If you would like to join our group, please provide your cell phone number to Craig Miller by Sunday, March 2; parents will be required to give permission for youth under 18 to take part. Parents are welcome to be part of this, too!
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St. Matthew's Children's Consignment Sale
St. Matthew's Church and School will host their popular Children's Consignment sale on Friday, March 28 from 5:30-7:30 pm, with remaining items being sold for 50% off on Saturday, March 29 from 8:00-10:00 am. Click here for more information.
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Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time officially begins at 2:00 am on Sunday, March 9. Be sure to “spring forward” to keep yourself on schedule!
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Pave the Way Parking Lot Update
To learn more about this project and be part of God leading us forward, check out StPaulsLionville.org/parkinglot.
Project Finances as of 02/25/25:
Pledges: $42,340
Funds Received: $17,080
- The drawing to the left shows our parking lot with a little over 100 spots.
- Each red car represents $1,000 in pledges.
- Each green car represents $1,000 in received funds.
- As the parking lot fills up with cars, we get closer to our goal of $100,000!
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Announcement Deadlines
Maureen will be out of the office from Wednesday, March 5 through Thursday, March 13. Due to this, if you have any announcements you would like included in This Week at St. Paul's on March 9 or March 16, please email them to Maureen by Monday, March 3. Thank you!
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Coffee Fellowship Help
Please sign up to lend a hand and provide Sunday morning fellowship snacks and prepare coffee. Get together with friends, family, or your church group and have some fun! Many March and April spots are still available. Sign up in the narthex or online.
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