Matthew Oliver Erickson Baptized on August 2nd, 2014 Provided

Weekend of August 2-3, 2014
Preacher: Pastor Walt DeMoss
Readings: Isaiah 55:1-5; Romans 9:1-5; Matthew 14:13-21
Matthew Oliver Erickson
Baptized on August 2nd, 2014
Provided this weekend by
Walt and Dolores Duy
In celebration of their 51st Wedding Anniversary
Join us downstairs for a coffee fellowship before
Education Hour @ 9:30 am.
Church News & Upcoming Events
The next Hesed House servant event will be August 9-10. There are sign-up sheets for volunteers and food donations
at the Welcome Center. Those less fortunate there are always appreciative of our help.
Young at Heart will meet at 11:30 am at the Oak St. Restaurant on Tuesday, August 12, 2014.
The restaurant is located in the shopping center on the N.E. corner of Randall Rd. & Oak St. in North Aurora.
For reservations or cancellations, please call, Joann Heim at 630-892-6145 by Thursday, August 7.
Adult Special Needs Sunday Bible Class will begin on September 14th, 2014.
Running with Jesus Women’s Event will be held on Saturday, September 6th from 9 am -12 pm. Cost: $10 (boxed
lunch and materials included) Childcare available for $5. For more information and to RSVP by September 1st please
contact Craig Mattes, Director of Group Life: [email protected] or 630-896-3250 x623.
Children’s Ministry
Nursery Every Sunday Morning from 8 am to 12 pm, babies and toddlers 0-3 years are invited to play in the church
nursery while parents worship or attend classes. The nursery staff are paid, trained and background checked to provide
families with a safe and secure alternative each Sunday.
AWANA for 4th to 6th graders will have a Kick Off Party on September 7th at 9:30 am. Classes will start on Sunday, September 14th and will be held on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am in the school modular building. We will consider
expanding our midweek options in the future. We are looking for 3 more adult volunteers to come onboard to make this
happen with a weekly commitment from September to May (with 8 weeks of other events during the year). The Truth
and Training class or T&T engages fourth through sixth-graders by answering their questions about God and the Bible,
guiding them through this pivotal life stage so they can grow in Christ's grace. The handbooks and large group lessons
deepen a child's knowledge about God and His Word and teach they how to put that knowledge into action in everyday
life. This club will have wonderful awards that encourage kids in the benefits of learning spiritual development. Consider joining this new venture and making a difference in the lives of our children.
Please contact [email protected].
Children’s Church
Children 3rd to 4th grade are invited to join Children’s Church classes during the 8, 9:30 and 11am Services of Worship.
Children gather to sing, praise, learn and share together as we discover the story of the week and how God’s love for us
is bigger than anything! Parents attend worship while children have their own worship experience. Each week is
something new. Try it out!
Sunday School Returns
Sunday mornings at 9:30 am Kick Party September 7th and classes start September 14th for ages 3years to 3rd Grade.
Join us for a HOLY MOLY Sunday morning experience where we discover Bible stories through video and paper.
Monthly Family Fun Parties will be planned as well! Don’t miss the fun :)
Trunk or Treat
Did you know that St. Paul will host a Trunk or Treat this October 25th in the afternoon?
It will be fun dressing in costumes and trick or treating from car to car in a safe, fun environment.
For more information: sign up online to receive weekly church eblasts by going to our website www.stpaulaurora.org.
Youth Ministry
Laser Tag this Sunday night (August 3rd) at 5 pm at Luigis! Cost is $20 for pizza and laser tag! We will have a
Bible Study at Luigis before we head back to church for a lock-in. If you are unable to stay the night, please join us for
laser tag and bible study from 5-7:30 pm at Luigis!
Youth Ministry will be having a School Kickoff event on August 17th. The night will include food, fun and games.
Stay tuned for more information.
Youth Sunday School will be getting a new look this year. We will kick-off on September 7th at 9:30 am in the New
Building. Grades 7th-12th are invited. Stay tuned for more information on the year to come.
The High School Trip to the Indiana Dunes has been cancelled and is being replaced by a trip to Weko Beach in
Michigan on August 6, 7, and 8th. The cost of the trip is $50 and that will include all travel costs, food and camping.
Forms can be picked up in the office or by emailing Andrew Tutwiler at [email protected].
School News
150th Celebration Work Day on Saturday, August 16th from 8 am– 12 pm. Calling all school parents, alumni and
members of the congregation to attend.
150 Years!
Our school will be preparing to celebrate our 150th school year during the 2014-2015 school year.
Please email your contact information, email address, years you attended our school, and submit a memory to Mili
French at [email protected]. *Please email Mili with any old pictures you have.*
**Looking for Scrapbookers to help with 150th projects.
If you are interested in contributing your artistic talents, please contact Mili.**
WHAT A BLESSING YOU ARE!!
You are cordially invited to celebrate St. Paul Lutheran School’s 150th Anniversary
We will begin our 150th school year by celebrating on Sunday, August 24, 2014.
Please join us at either of our Sunday Services, 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
and stroll through our school’s ‘150 Years of History’ display in our Gym following each service.
(Light Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.)
Senior Ministry
Senior VBS at St. Paul
Save the Dates:
Tuesday-Thursday, September 16, 17, and 18th from 9-11:30 am
Friday, September 19th 9 am-12:30 pm
Please call Deaconess Brenna for details and details on how to get involved. 630-896-3250 Ext. 607
Senior Respite - Need a break?
Help is coming soon. St. Paul will begin a Saturday Senior Respite program that provides families with safe, affordable,
engaging care for Seniors on Saturday, September 27th. Seniors in need of care can be dropped off here at the church
from 8:30-1:30PM for activities, programs, snacks, lunch, music and more! Breaks are good for everyone. No need to be
a member of the church. Let your friends and neighbors know that help is on the way. For more information contact
Deaconess Brenna Nunes Monday to Thursday's in the church office 630.896.3250.
Senior Respite - Do you have a heart for serving our senior population?
Want to help as a volunteer or paid staff? Training is starting soon. Saint Paul will begin a Saturday Senior Respite
program that provides families with safe, affordable, engaging care for Seniors but first we need to hire qualified staff
and find willing volunteers to help in peoples homes and to help here at the church Respite Program. Interviews begin
in August. Training begins on Saturday, September 6th. Help your church connect to the Senior community with care,
love, support and friendships! People are needed to help with filing and office work, activities, programs, snacks, lunch,
music and more! No need to be a member of the church. Let your friends and neighbors know we are looking for the
best team ever! For more information contact Deaconess Brenna Nunes Monday to Thursday's in the church
office 630.896.3250 or [email protected]
Outreach Ministry
Celebrate Recovery
Every Friday at St. Paul
6:00 - Dinner & Fellowship
7:00 - Worship/ Large Group
8:00 - Small Groups
9:00 - Dessert and Fellowship
(child care is available)
Celebrate Recovery — Recovery cannot be accomplished by yourself. Actually, trying to do everything yourself is often what got you into trouble in the first place! To be successful on your Road to
Recovery you need God, your own commitment and the support and encouragement of friends.
All of us have hurts, hang-ups, or habits that affect our entire family. Experience the freedom of those
chains breaking off. Contact Larry Miller at [email protected] for more details.
Celebrate Recovery child care ministry needs volunteers!
We are looking for six individuals who love God's children and are able to commit to one Friday a month from
6 to 9 PM. If you are interested in getting involved in this incredible and rewarding ministry, please contact
Andy Hoffman: [email protected] or Sara Comfort: [email protected].
Please put St. Paul Celebrate Recovery child care ministry in your prayers to see if God calls upon you to help
do his work for our community.
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministers care for people who are:
Grieving, In a crisis, In need of long-term care, Dying,
Hospitalized, Divorcing, Experiencing losses as they age,
Going through a crisis of childbirth,
The family and friends of people in crisis.
Stephen Ministers:
Listen, Explore feelings, Pray, Share Christ’s Love,
Maintain confidentiality, Attend to the caregiving process
and leave the results to God.
For more information about Stephen Ministry, contact
Andy Hoffman at [email protected]
Parish Nursing
Humor can:
SAVE THE DATE
Trip to Starved Rock
Reduce Stress
Baby Boomers and Seniors
Lower Blood
Pressure
LIFE’S JOURNEY
Lutheran Life Communities
Elevate Mood
OCTOBER 7-9TH
BUS TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE
Past speakers included Pastor Charles Mueller, Rich Bimler and others on our spiritual journey with breakout sessions on healthy aging
and other mind, body and spirit topics. Most meals provided with reduced registration fee. So much fun! Beautiful fall scenery, hotel rooms
will be available… If interested, contact Kitty (Parish Nurse).
Boost Immune System
Improve Brain Functioning
Protect the Heart
Connect You to Others
RIDE TO CHURCH
Can you provide a
ride to church?
I receive many calls from people who need a ride to church,
even one time a month. If you
might be interested in helping
someone in this way and I could
contact you periodically, please
call me….Thank you, Kitty
If anyone has a
healthcare need or concern and I can be of assistance, please call me
at 896-3250 ext 608 or
email me :
[email protected]
God’s Blessings
in your week!
Kitty
What is Parish Nursing?
Parish Nursing is a ministry of Christian service shaped by Christ’s
concern for the whole person: Mind, Body and Spirit. The role of
parish nursing in a congregation includes:
Integration of Faith and Health
Healthcare Education
Healthcare Counseling
Referrals to Community and Church Resources
Support Groups
Training and Equipping “Serving” Volunteers
Thanks to the volunteers that serve in this ministry, we are able to
“serve” more than 500 people every year in our congregation and community through all the ministries.
In the pursuit of health, a well-meaning world focuses on
results, and health advocates certainly do so. Preventing
illness and fear of death drive the effort…. Molded and
shaped by the Holy Spirit as we worship, receive the Sacrament, God’s gift of life, and Christ’s love for us expressed on the cross,
sustain Christians on the journey to health even when the journey is
long and arduous.
Cross and Caduceus-LCMS Health Ministries
We e k l y a t S t . Pa u l
Bible Studies
Sunday
Turbo Group, 9:30-10:30 am in the FLC. Contact Craig Mattes, Director of Group Life at [email protected]
Bible Study with Joe Thomas in Room 109 in the church office. From 9:30-10:30 am.
High School Bible Study breaking for the Summer.
Adult Special Needs Bible Class starting September 14th.
Children’s Church for 3-10 years meets at 8 am, 9:30 am and 11 am. Themes relate to the Gospel Lesson of the day.
Sunday School, 9:30 am starting September 14th.
Monday
Living Lights Bible Class meets 9-11 am in the Meeting Center of the new building.
Contact: Wanda Horton at 630-947-4559.
Tuesday
Men’s Bible Study, 7-8 am in the Meeting Center of the new building.
Contact: Pastor Walt DeMoss at 630-896-3250 ext. 603.
Wednesday
Men’s Bible Study, 6:30-7:30 am in the conference room.
Staff Cord Group, 11:30 am at Mother’s.
Thursday Women’s Bible Study (September-May)
Breaking for the Summer. Call Danna Grant (630-466-9084) for information.
Meetings
Thursday
Wit-Knits, a knitting (and more!) group are breaking for the summer. (September-May)
Contact Gerry Blank 630-898-2523 or Mona Miller 630-896-8627 for information.
Friday
Celebrate Recovery: 6 pm Meeting, Refreshments, Fellowship. Contact Larry Miller for more information at
[email protected]
Rehearsals
St. Paul Contemporary Worship Team - Wednesdays, 6:00 pm in the Sanctuary.
Traditional Mixed Choir - Thursdays, 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.
Sports
Futbol Soccer Camp on Saturdays from 10 am -12 pm for children 4-13 years old.
Contact: [email protected]
Futbol Soccer League for ages 14-19 years please contact: alex.morales887gmail.com
COME BE A PART OF SOMETHING
LET’S CONNECT WITH THE COMMUNITY.
LET’S TOUCH LIVES.
Dear St. Paul,
We just wanted to extend our gratitude,
appreciation and love for all of you and
for our time together last Sunday.
The reception, gifts, fellowship, heartfelt
goodbyes and the love you showed us
was as genuine and extravagant as we
have come to know of you throughout
this entire year.
As a church you will always have a piece
of our hearts and our most sincere
prayers.
God Bless You All,
The Duffy Family
Half & All Day Pre-School, All Day
Kindergarten and 1st-8th grades
St. Paul is Nationally Accredited, offering
academic excellence in a Christ-centered
environment. Celebrating
SCHOOL
150 years of education.
Competitive athletics
for boys & girls (grades 5-8)
Contact Diane Katz, Principal:
[email protected]
630-896-3350 x601
Now Enrolling for 2014-15
Contact Mili French, Admissions:
[email protected]
630-896-3350 x616
YOUTH
“Light up the World”
Impactful & Powerful
Youth Worship: Ages 10-18
Watch for future dates.
Sunday Night Youth Group
Food, Fellowship & The Word
6–8 pm (Jr. High & High School)
Celebrate Recovery is a
Christ-based recovery program that provides
freedom from life’s hurts, hang-ups, & habits.
Servant Events:
WiFi? Need WiFi access while on our campus?
Free access is available to our members and guests:
Network: STP-GUEST
Password: Luther123
St. Paul Board of Directors
Jack Meyer (Chairman), Sam Schmidt (Vice-Chairman),
Eric Gustafson (Secretary),
Louanne Heinisch, John Hendrickson, Ann West, Mel Wille
St. Paul serves at Hesed House the 2nd
Saturday of even months, reaching out to the
homeless in our community.
Small Groups
Check website for current
schedule.
Parish Nursing is a
professional nursing care
program that promotes health
within the values and beliefs of
the Christian faith.
MINISTRY
HIGHLIGHTS
St. Paul
Lutheran Church
85 S. Constitution Drive
Aurora, IL 60506
Website: www.stpaulaurora.org
Telephone: 630-896-3250
Evening & Weekend
Urgent Pastoral Care:
630-896-3250 #4
Email:
[email protected]
Facebook:
http://facebook.com/StPaulAurora
Twitter:
http://twitter.com/StPaulAurora
Church Contacts
Rev. Danny Tutwiler,
Senior Pastor, x604
[email protected]
Rev. Angel Morales,
Assistant Pastor, x609
[email protected]
Rev. Walter DeMoss,
Assistant Pastor, x603
[email protected]
Don Phelps, Director of Operations/
Assimilation, x602
[email protected]
Craig Mattes,
Director of Group Life, x623
[email protected]
Worship Services
Saturday:
Traditional@ 5 pm
Sunday:
Traditional @ 8 am
Spanish @ 9:30 am
Contemporary @ 11 am
New to St. Paul?
Guests: Thank you for joining us in worship.
Welcome Card:
Please register your attendance on the beige card
available from an usher and place it in the offering plate.
This allows us to serve you as effectively as possible.
Thanks for letting us know that you are worshiping!
Families with Children:
We welcome infants and small children up to age two.
Our staffed nursery is upstairs in the pre-school area and
available during and between Sunday morning services.
Nursing Moms:
Please come to the nursery when you
need a quiet and private space.
HOLY COMMUNION—OUR BELIEF AND PRACTICE
Holy Communion is a special meal instituted by Jesus Christ for committed and
confirmed Christians. Those planning to commune should ask themselves the
following questions and may also read the bible references which explain the questions.
1. Do I believe I am a sinner and am I sorry for my sins?
(Romans 3:12; 1 John 1:8-9)
2. Do I believe that Jesus offers forgiveness for my sins?
(Romans 5:6-8; Colossians 2:13)
3. Do I believe that the body & blood of Christ are truly present in the Sacrament?
(1 Cor 10:16; 1 Cor 11:23-26)
4. Do I resolve grievances with my brothers and sisters in Christ before coming to Holy
Communion? (Matthew 5:23-24)
5. Do I desire and intend to walk more closely with my Lord and change my sinful
behavior, with the help of the Holy Spirit? (Romans 6:11-12; 1 Peter 4:1-2,
1 Corinthians 15:34)
A very helpful exercise is to ask yourself the “Christian Questions & Answers” on pp.
329-330 of the hymnal Lutheran Service Book (copy available from Pastor). If you
cannot answer ‘yes’ to the questions above, if you believe you need more information,
or if you are unsure if you share the faith proclaimed at St. Paul Lutheran Church,
please talk to the Pastor or an Elder before communing, since participating without a
proper understanding for Holy Communion is spiritually unwise (1 Cor 11:28-29).
If you are physically unable to come forward for Communion, let an
usher know of your wish to be served in your seat. Please sit in
an ‘aisle seat’ and Communion will be brought to you.
For those who do not wish to receive alcohol, please note that the red wine
in the center of the tray is non-alcoholic. Children not yet communing are
encouraged to come forward and are asked to fold their hands across their
chest to indicate that they should not be served.
Weekly Attendance & Contributions:
July 26-27, 2014
Total Attendance: 418 Contributions: $ 12,349.94