The pumpkin patch is up and running. We received a lot of BIG pumpkins this year, not as many of the smaller ones. Come on by and pick up that "special" one (or two). We have a photo spot set up as well.

 

Wednesday Night Supper will take place this evening (in and around the set up for the yard sale!).  Supper starts at 6:00 pm with sloppy Joes, tater tots, veggies and dessert.

 

The Yard Sale is slowly coming together. Items can still be brought by until Friday. If you can help with pricing and sorting, come on Thursday or Friday. Saturday is sale time - 7 am - 1 pm. Customer service helpers are needed.

 

Sunday, October 20 is Pledge Sunday at St. Paul's. Each year we take the time to remember the blessings of God and give thanks for the past year of ministry in our congregation, Synod and Nation. We also take the time to look forward to next year and discern God's calling for us as his church in the world. Pledge cards will be in the bulletins on Sunday or you can bring the one you received with your Stewardship information letter.

 

After the Pumpkin Patch opens, the Halloween Party doesn't fall far behind! Friday, October 25 at 6:30-8:00 pm, we have a simple hot dog supper with some crafts or games and a great magic show. All are welcome to attend!

Pumpkin Patch

Oct 11 updates

Sunday, Oct 13 - 21st Sunday after Pentecost

8:30 am Worship
9:45 am Sunday School
     * "Open conversation time" with Pastor Anderson
     * SPARK Hour with kids age 3 - grade 4 downstairs; story this week is Joseph and Pharoah, Genesis 39:20-47
11:00 am Worship

Saturday, Oct 19 is our Indoor Yard Sale, 7 am - 1 pm. This year the Preschool and the Cub Scouts are working together on the sale. LOTS of items have been brought in and more are encouraged and welcomed! Items can be brought to Whitesell Hall. There is a sign-up table in the foyer where you can indicate your eagerness to help with the yard sale.

 

LOST AND FOUND! There are many items on display in the foyer which have accumulated in the last year or so. Please search through them, pick out what is yours because the leftovers will be sold in the yard sale!

 

"Lutherans Got Talent!" is underway, coming to St. Paul's on Saturday, Nov. 2. Dinner will be served before the show from 6-7 pm. The show will begin at 7 and end no later than 9 pm. Individual talents should be kept to 3 minutes and group acts to 5 minutes. Questions? Contact Amanda Anderson.

 

"Dress for Success" reminder that Katherine Circle is collecting your donations of gently used accessories such as jewelry, purses, briefcases, neck scarves, belts, dress shoes or career appropriate items that can be used by women returning to or entering the workforce. Collection basket is in the foyer through the month of October.

 

PHOTO Times -- In the next couple weeks, there will be opportunities to have your photo taken for the pictorial directory. These are informal photos of yourself, your family -- just stop by our photographer(s) and smile! The directory is starting to come together and will be introduced on our website soon. It will be password protected but available to the congregation members. Help us make it really useful by having EVERYBODY in it. We are missing quite a few families.

 

Announcements, early October

Diane Archer is unable to access her aim@stpaulsdurham.org email account so please use: dmarcher27@gmail.com to reach her by email.

Pumpkin Patch! Sign up now or just show up to help unload pumpkins on Friday, Oct 11 at 5:00 pm. If you have not signed up, please call the church office on Friday afternoon to see if there is any change in the truck schedule. We also are recruiting "pumpkin patch sitters" who will come to the patch during open hours, help with some rolling of pumpkins, guide customers to find that perfect pumpkin, and then assist as needed. Bring your book/tablet/ipad to while away the time in the beautiful fall weather.
 
Thursday Bible Study is studying Luke, now on Chapter 12. The group meets at 10:30-11:45 am weekly.
 
"Lutherans Got Talent!" Planning for "Lutherans Got Talent," is underway and coming to St. Paul's on Saturday, November 2. Individual talents and group acts of all kinds are welcome. Sign up at the table in the atrium outside the receptionist office. Contact Amanda Anderson if you have questions.
 
Saturday, October 19 is our Indoor Yard Sale, 7 am - 1 pm. The Preschool and the Cub Scouts are working hard to make it another wonderful yard sale. Donations are being accepted - bring to the little room in Whitesell Hall.
 
Growing thru Grief offers grief care and support to all who mourn. Meetings, beginning October 1, include fellowship, lectures on various aspects of grief, and small group discussions led by facilitators trained by Duke Hospice Bereavement Services. The meetings will be held at St. Paul's weekly on Tuesdays, Oct 1 to Nov 6 at 4:00 pm. For more information email growingthrugrief@gmail.com or phone 919-923-7310.
 
Adult Sunday School
Meet in Trinity Hall at 9:45-10:00 am for morning announcements and devotions.
Adult Forum Topics this month (meeting at 10:00-10:45 am in Whitesell Hall)
Oct 6 -- "Where we are now as we think about the Reformation," Aaron Klink, leader
Oct 13 -- Open conversation time with Pastor Anderson
Oct 20 & 27 -- "Welcoming the Stranger: Hospitality and Worship." Pastor David Franzen and Pastor Anderson will be leading a discussion on how worship is hospitality and evangelism. We will be looking at some information from a resource called "Welcoming the Stranger." There will be two sessions, the first a general discussion of some key themes of the book and a second session on ways to implement hospitality practices during the worship hours at St. Paul's. Anyone interested in a ministry of hospitality and welcome is especially invited to attend these sessions.
 
SPARK Hour for Kids age 3 - Grade 4
Gather each Sunday in Genesis Hall at 9:45 am for morning song, prayer, devotions for parents and youth. Hear the Bible story of the day followed by activities related to the story.
Oct 6 - Joseph and His Brothers, Genesis 37:1-28
Oct 13 - Joseph and Pharoah, Genesis 39:20-47
Oct 20 - Queen Esther, Book of Esther
Oct 27 - Reformation Celebration, Psalm 46
Connect Class for youth in grades 5-6-7-8 meet in Jerusalem Room, 9:45-10:45 am Sundays.
Senior High meets in the Youth Room, 9:45-10:45 am Sundays.



 




  

Farewell and Godspeed to Brian, Reception

It is with a heavy heart that we are writing to tell you that our beloved director of Music, Brian Cash, has resigned from his position at St. Paul's effective on September 29 to embark on a new path and direction. A mailing was sent to notify members of the Congregation, but we want to make sure all friends are notified and have the opportunity to thank Brian and Marie for their dedication to many ministries at St. Paul's.

A reception with a light lunch will be held following the 11 AM service on Sunday, September 29th to honor Brian and Marie. We invite all to attend. The church council would like to give members of St. Paul's the opportunity to contribute to a gift which will be presented at the reception. These contributions can be mailed or placed in the offering plate prior to or on September 29th. Checks should be made out to St. Paul's with a memo or note indicating "gift to Brian Cash."
 
We ask you to pray for Brian and Marie as they embark on new ventures. St. Paul's truly appreciates their leadership, commitment, and dedication to many ministries over the last eleven years.
        Sincerely,
        Nolan Raney
        Congregation Council President

Details on the Luncheon:
The luncheon in Trinity Hall will follow the 11 am service. The main meat dish will be provided. We are asking, if you are able, to provide side dishes or desserts. This can be anything from salads (any kind), deviled eggs, vegetables, pasta or rice dishes, and fruits. Desserts can be anything you would like to bring. We all love to taste the many pot-luck dishes this congregation is capable of. All foods can be brought to Trinity kitchen that morning. Please do not bring serving utensils.

BachFest

Saturday, September 14 at 3 pm in the St. Paul's Sanctuary...

BachFest -- Tourmaline Baroque, a North Carolina-based chamber ensemble performing on period instruments, presents vocal and instrumental music of Bach and his contemporaries. Included in the program will be Bach's Brandenburg concerto no. 4, excerpts from several Bach cantatas, Handel arias, as well as Muffat and Telemann sonatas. Please join us on Saturday, September 14 at 3:00 pm in the sanctuary of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 1200 West Cornwallis Road, Durham, NC for a very exciting BachFest. Open to the public.

Sunday School Information!

Christian Education -- Faith Formation 2013-14
Sunday, September 15 is the first day of Fall Education classes!

• SPARK Classes for age 3 through grade 4
• CONNECT Class for grades 5-8
• Senior High Fellowship Class for high school students
• Two adult Sunday School classes each Sunday: A Bible study and a Topic Study

SPARK = St. Paul's Amazing Rejoicing Kids
SPARK is for children age 3 through grade 4 and meets on Sundays, 9:45-10:45 am in the downstairs Genesis Hall. SPARK participants stay together in one group, rotating from activity to activity each week. There is one central Bible story each week and the variety of activities may include: music, art, crafts, science, storytelling, drama, video, outdoor learning, and other creative stations.

CONNECT Bible Class is the Confirmation class for students in grades 5-6-7-8. They meet during the Sunday School hour, 9:45-10:45 am. Tina Bessias, Tracey Dissel, Jim Shoaf, and Diane Archer serve as leaders. The Connect class will meet in a new place; The Jerusalem Room, which is located downstairs just past the elevator on the right. In addition to Bible study, the class will work on several projects during the year as part of the Living Stones Discipleship -- outreach ministry and mission of the church.

Adult Education Ministry on Sundays, 9:45-10:45 am
NEW - Adult Sunday School Morning Devotions
Gather in Whitesell Hall 9:45-10:00 am for announcements, fellowship, and morning prayer. Following devotions, adults attend the class of their choice.

Adult Sunday School in Whitesell Hall (10:00-10:45 am)

• Sept 15 - "The Documentary Hypotheses: From Genesis to Deuteronomy," part 1, Morris Casper, leader
• Sept 22 - "More about Icons, a continued exploration of faith and art," with Tina Bessias, leader
• Sept 29 - "The Documentary Hypothesis: From Genesis to Deuteronomy," part 2, Morris Casper, leader

SPAM - Bible Study in the Conference Room (10:00-10:45 am)
St. Paul's Adult Ministry (SPAM) is launching a weekly discussion series this fall to provide young adults with an opportunity to talk about the Bible and how we live through it in our own daily lives. Join us for casual conversation about Christ and how the lessons in the Bible relate to the experiences of today.  Heidi and Mike Tarrant serve as leaders.