Mary Lou’s Bible Study on Acts

We are looking forward to this Bible Study, led by Mary Lou Jarrell.
This 8-week study starts Thursday, 9/9 at 12pm.
Available In-Person and Zoom.
Please contact Mary Lou for details: marylou@stpaulunitedmethodist.com

We hold a current license from
Church Streaming and Podcast License
License Number: CSPL055770
http://streaming.ccli.com/

Additional License from One License #A-714141 and CCLI #2035791

First Steps – Monday, September 6, 2021

Today’s reflection is a post from my journal from a few weeks ago:

I’m genuinely sad. I pastor a congregation that lost a fine man yesterday. I’ve known him for 10 years, so I don’t assume my grief compares to those who knew him longer. Furthermore, my sadness is a small reflection of the pain and grief his family feels. Nonetheless, I feel the loss of someone who was a good human being who always sought to see the best in people. He treated people with dignity and respect. I wish the world was filled with those gregarious, fun-loving, kind souls that go about their day wanting others to feel love and validation. I’m certain life would be better if my wish was reality. Who knows, maybe one day.

Over the next few days, I’m certain that many will draw strength from telling stories about this dear soul. I’m certain many will find comfort in being together sharing their grief. I hope all who loved him will find a sense of peace in expressing their faith in God. One of the things I count on is the ability of God to reach down into the depths of a person’s being and hold him/her so that rest can be experienced. The way a child curls up in the arms of a parent is the image I envision. Everyone needs this security when faced with loss and grief. Frankly, I pray for that comfort for all who grieve.

Maybe today you find yourself experiencing loss and grief. If so, I hope you know there is a God willing to carry your burden. Reflect on his words, “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble of heart; and you will find rest. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:28-30).


 

This Week’s Readings:

  • Monday – Acts 2
  • Tuesday – Acts 3
  • Wednesday – Acts 4
  • Thursday – Acts 5
  • Friday – Acts 6, Acts 7
 
Please Pray for:
 
  • Our world as we are still dealing with the Covid Crisis.
  • Parents, teachers, and students as the 2021-2022 school term gets underway.
  • All upcoming ministry events inside and outside the walls of St. Paul.
  • Families in crisis.
  • Loved ones battling illness.
  • Those seeking to find their way.
  • The St. Paul Church family.
  • The United Methodist Church family.
  • Our leaders, our country, and our world.

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6 

Announcements This Week!

Family Night Suppers have returned! Your bulletin has the “scoop” on how to make reservations. We can’t wait to see you and your smiling faces! Come join us this week to celebrate birthdays and a fun game of trivia!

Several of the Fall Bible studies will start this week – you should have gotten an email (or 2) and copies of the lists can be found around the church. Hope you will come grow your faith with us! Please reach out to me (Mary Lou Jarrell) if you have any questions.

It will soon be time to train our third graders to be acolytes. September 12,19,26 and Oct. 3 are the Sundays classes will be held. From 4:30 -5:30 pm, in the Sanctuary, our third graders will learn how to carry the flame, how to serve communion and the importance of serving in the church. Please contact Grace Bailey at grace@stpaulunitedmethodist.com

Scout Parents and Want to Be Scout Parents-As school returns, so do the activities for the Cub Scouts of Pack 1 of St. Paul. Please put these dates on your calendar and reach out to Scoutmasters Andrew Greenwalt (860-628-8071 or agreenw@gmail.com) or Will Burgin (706-593-8884 or wjburgin@mac.com ) with your questions.
Sunday, September 12 @ 3:00 PM – 1st Pack meeting, also outside
Saturday/Sunday, October 9/10 – Fall Family Camp

Real Women’s Ministry returns on Thursday, September 23, with a trip to Shiloh to visit “Flowers from the Garden of Eva.” At the garden, we’ll put together our own floral arrangements (bring a container and $1 per stem) from flowers cut fresh from Eva’s field, enjoy refreshments and fellowship. We’ll leave promptly at 6:00 pm and travel in the St. Paul bus. Please let Grace Bailey know if you plan to attend.

Mark your calendars – children’s choirs for ages 5 years old – 1st grade and for ages 2nd to 5th grade will return on Sunday, September 19th. Times are as follows – younger ones (Carol Choir) will go from 5:30 to 6:00, snack supper for the amazing price of $1 for both groups, and then the older children (Covenant Choir) will go from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wayne Martz will be happy to answer all of your questions! Both will meet in room M270 (also known as CWC).

The youth will not meet tonight, due to Labor Day weekend.

We hold a current license from
Church Streaming and Podcast License
License Number: CSPL055770
http://streaming.ccli.com/

Additional License from One License #A-714141 and CCLI #2035791

Connect: September 4-11, 2021

CONNECTING THROUGH WORSHIP & PRAYER

Sunday, September 5 | Traditional Services (Both In-Person):
8:30AM // ILLGES CHAPEL (M250)
11AM // SANCTUARY (M260) and LIVE STREAMED
Sermon: “How to Pray Series: A Prayer for Sabbath”
(Rev. John Fugh, Jr.)

Sunday, September 5 | Contemporary Service (In Person):
11AM // FELLOWSHIP HALL (M220)
Sermon: “How to Pray Series: A Prayer for Sabbath”
(Rev. Dr. Shane Green)

Sunday, September 5 | Live Streaming Worship & Audio:
Only available for the 11 AM Traditional Worship Service
live.spumccolumbus.com or for audio-only call (205) 825-9484

CONNECTING OUR YOUTH

Sunday, September 5 | SPY Sunday School
w/ Laura Marvets & Logan Ogletree
@10AM / Lounge downstairs in the Youth Building.

CONNECTING OUR CHILDREN

All Children’s Online events will be posted on St. Paul Kids Instagram account each week – Be sure to check in online every week!

Sunday, September 5 | Children’s Sunday School (All Ages)
@10AM / Youth Building & Main Church Building
Contact Grace Bailey for more information about class locations, teachers, etc.

Sunday, September 5 | Children’s Moment
w/  children meet Shane or John in the Chancel area for a devotional and prayer during the 11AM Traditional Worship Service in the Sanctuary (M260).

CONNECTING THROUGH SMALL GROUPS

Sunday, September 5 | Seekers Class (M234)
w/ Mary Lou Jarrell @10AM. Contact Mary Lou for more information.

Sunday, September 5 | Bridges Class (M235)
w/ Mark Ellis @10AM. Contact Mark for more information.

Sunday, September 5 | College/Young Adult Class (Youth Office)
w/ Jay Marvets @ 10AM. Contact Jay for more information.

Sunday, September 5 | Wildwood Class (M150)
w/ Evelyn Barfield @9:45AM. Contact Evelyn for more information.

Sunday, September 5 | Welcome In Class (Y104)
w/ Buddy Cooper @10AM. Contact Buddy for more information.

Sunday, September 5 | New Covenant Class (Y101)
w/ Michelle Hudson @10AM. Contact Michelle for more information.

Sunday, September 5 | Library Class (M241)
w/ Tim Farmer @10AM. Contact Tim for more information.

Sunday, September 5 | Wesley-Miller-Wilson Class (M232)
w/ Joe Morrow @10AM. Contact Joe for more information.

CONNECTING THROUGH BIBLE STUDIES

Tuesday,  September 7 | Tuesday Morning Bible Study
1st & 2nd Thessalonians
w/ Rev. Dr. Shane Green @10A in M232 and live-streamed @spumccolumbus.com.
Contact Kathy Hollon for more information.

Tuesday,  September 7 | Telephone Bible Study
The Book of Matthew
w/ Rev. John Fugh @4PM at By Phone – 205.825.9484
Contact John for more information.

Wednesday, September 8 | Online Study: The Names of God
w/ Emily Trotter @10:00AM Online
Live on Instagram @Emily Trotter.

Thursday, September 9 | Preschool Moms’ Bible Study
w/ Grace Bailey @9:30AM in room M234.

Thursday, September 9 | The Book of Acts Bible Study
w/ Mary Lou Jarrell @12 Noon room M232.

Friday, September 10 | Men’s Morning Bible Study
Study of Corinthians
w/ Rev. Dr. Buddy Cooper @6:30AM in M232.
Contact Buddy for more information.

CONNECTING THROUGH BIBLE STUDIES ON DEMAND

“Trotter on JONAH”
w/ Emily Trotter.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

“The Celebration of Discipline”
w/ Tommy Bridges and Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

“The Work of the Holy Spirit”
w/ Emily Trotter and Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

“Trotter on TITUS”
w/Emily Trotter.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

“The Ragamuffin Gospel”
Hosts: Tommy Bridges and John Fugh, Jr.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

CONNECTING THROUGH FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, September 8 | Family Night Supper
@6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall (M220)
Reservations should be by noon Tuesdays by calling the Church Office (706-327-7419) or going online to spumccolumbus.com/supper/.
New prices for ages:
10 years and older=$8
3 years – 9 years= $4
Anyone under 3 years of age is free. 
Family Max is $30. 
Menu this week: Oven-roasted chicken breasts, yellow rice, steamed spinach, salad bar w grilled chicken, and assorted desserts.


Wednesday, September 8 | Family Night Supper Program
@6:30 p.m. – Birthday Celebrations & Trivia in the Fellowship Hall (M220)

CONNECTING THROUGH GIVING

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August 29, 2021 – How to Pray: Prayer of Discernment

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This Week’s Service:
The Cross and Flame Come to the Altar
The Prelude: “Alleluias” by Noel Rawsthorne
The Special Music Presented by St. Paul Preschoolers: Mrs. Nan Konze
The Affirmation of Faith
The Gloria Patri
The Hymn of Preparation: “Have Thine Own Way, Lord”
The Scripture Lesson: 1Kings 3:7-9​
The Passing of the Peace
The Registration of Attendance
The Welcome to St. Paul and Recognition of our Guests
The Children’s Moment: Rev. Dr. Shane Green
The Anthem: “His River, His Peace” by P. Kern
The Sermon: “How to Pray Series: A Prayer of Discernment”-Rev. Dr. Shane Green
The Hymn of Consecration: “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us”​
The Flame Goes Before Us into the World
The Benediction
The Postlude: “March in C” by R. Thompson