SAINT PAUL’S EPISTLE Our mission at Saint Paul’s is to: welcome all people; proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ; experience a personal relationship with Him; and joyfully share God’s love with others.

May Epistle Table of Contents 1…From Pastor John From Pastor Mark 2...Men’s Group From Bill Remele Council Highlights Thrivent Financial Open Discussion 3...From Emily Clamser Confirmation Relay for Life Mommy & Me Bishop’s School Quilting Workshop Church Women United Agape Day Camp 4…Pictures from St. Paul’s 5...Milestone Ministry Vacation Bible School 6...Youth & Family Events Youth Yard Sale Youth Group VBS Planning Faith Formation 7...May Birthdays May Worship Assistants

HAPPENING THIS MONTH Men’s Workday Saturday, May 9 10 a.m. Financial Open Discussion Monday, May 4 9 a.m. Keever Hall Mommy & Me Wednesday, May 20 11:00 a.m. Nursery Youth Yard Sale Saturday, May 30 8:00 a.m. St. Paul’s

FROM PASTOR JOHN Our church was filled at both services on Easter Sunday. It was a glorious day! But the celebration of our Lord’ resurrection did not end on April 12. The Easter season continues for seven weeks, concluding with Pentecost Sunday on May 31. The Bible records, in the 2nd chapter of Acts, how the Holy Spirit came and filled the disciples with power to proclaim the good news of Jesus’ resurrection. Five thousand people heard the gospel, believe the good news, and were baptized. They too became disciples of Christ infused with the power of the Holy Spirit to be servants of the Lord and witnesses to his resurrection. During the month of May, leading up to Pentecost, our mission at St. Paul’s will be to encourage and equip our members to become disciples. We will begin with our youth who are preparing for the day of their Confirmation

in the faith on Pentecost Sunday. Emily Clamser and I will take our middle-school youth to Camp Agape for a Confirmation Retreat the first weekend in May. There will also be a Via de Cristo weekend for adults May 14-17 where I will serve as Spiritual Director for those who want to keep growing in their faith as disciples of Christ. Then on Sunday, May 24, we will celebrate the baptism of Julian Guthrie, infant son of Chris & Christine Guthrie. Julian, along with the many other newly baptized members of our church, will be the focus of our mission and our purpose as disciples of Christ: to pass the faith along to the next generation. Thank you for your partnership in this ministry of sharing the good news of our risen Lord, so that others may know the faith and hope that is ours in Jesus Christ!

FROM PASTOR MARK …previously in Pastor Mark’s April newsletter article… To everything there is a season,” the writer of Ecclesiastes has said. So here’s my challenge: Who wants to try, with me, to see what this Easter season can be if we live as Easter people? Put away negativity. Wake up with an “ALLELUIA” on our lips. Laugh! I double dog dare you this Easter discipline. Get a calendar. Fifty days to go. And we’ll see where the Holy Spirit takes us after that! and now…. According to my count, there are still quite a few days to go before the Easter season gives way to Pentecost. If this newsletter is delivered the first week of May, you’ll still have at least 23-25 days to go. So how’s it going? Is anybody taking me up on that “double dog dare?” And by the way, in case you’re not clear on what that means, according to the Urban Dictionary on the internet, a “double dog dare” means “to up the ante to try to get someone to do something. Not as much as a triple dog dare.” Far be it from me to “dare” you to do anything,

but I am discovering there is a lot of joy in getting into this Easter discipline. Each day, upon arising, I am putting feet to the floor with a rousing verbal “Alleluia” followed by “Christ is risen. He is risen indeed! Alleluia!” With that, I have upped the ante on what is not going to get me down. I will not let the typically awful morning news keeping me from looking for a positive human interest story (think of it as a hidden Easter egg and hunt for it). While driving, when cut off by an insensitive driver, instead of a rage response I let out a hearty “Alleluia.” When I get the big bill in the mail… okay, I don’t exactly shout “Alleluia,” but I do look up to heaven and remind myself, “Christ is risen.” and then proclaim “Alleluia!” It’s all about keeping a healthy Easter perspective. So far, this practice is going well… surprisingly well. So may I respectfully “dare” you to put some more “Alleluia” into your Easter discipline? And please share with me some of your stories and how putting the “Alleluia” on your lips and in your heart has made these days a little better. Slip it to me on a piece of paper, or email me [email protected]. Or just tell me when you see me next. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! ALLELUIA!

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church * 12 North Sixth Street * Wilmington, NC 28401 * 910.762.4882 phone * 910.762.4129 fax

COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS

ATTENTION ALL MEN The first Gathering/Work Day of "St Paul's Mission Men" will be held on Saturday May 9th from 10am to 2pm at Keever Hall. We will enjoy coffee, doughnuts, and fellowship followed by a devotion and prayer. We will then begin our work tasks which will include: sealing the picnic tables, painting the movie room sign, changing light bulbs and more if time permits. If you have a survey to return, bring it with you to this gathering or place it into the box outside of Keever Hall. If you need a survey, they are available beside the box or on the church web site. If you have questions or suggestions call Dan Dresher 675-9640. Thank you for your interest in this new Men’s Ministry ~ The Power Builders

FROM BILL REMELE Heartfelt thanks are expressed to all who conducted, played instruments, or sang in our worship services through Holy Week and Easter Day. We never thank our musicians enough! We continue to experience Resurrection joy through the Sundays of Easter which last until the Day of Pentecost – May 31 this year. We will continue singing “This Is the Feast of Victory for Our God” as our Hymn of Praise. Please do not hesitate to remind me of your favorite Easter hymns! We have time to sing them all! Choir practice times will shorten a bit until the fall season begins. Marcia and Ray will join me in welcoming new and returning members to both choirs. Now is a good time to “try out” singing! Finally, a big Thank You goes to our acolytes and crucifers who faithfully serve in our worship! Children and youth who would like to serve, and are not yet serving, are invited to speak to any of the current ones or their parents. They will get you trained and on the schedule! St. Paul’s Epistle Page 2

Property team presented proposal on A/C units after getting 2 more competitive bids. Proposal is to replace unit in Nursery entirely and do a recommended repair on the Parlor unit. Recommended omitting Keever basement unit for now. Council approved proposal for work to be done by T.A. Woods. Will spend approximately $7500 rather than the $19,000 originally presented for replacing all 3 units. Also approved funding to finish floor in boiler room to complete that project. Dick Hanson has an air conditioning unit for the kitchen and is arranging for an installation soon.

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Treasurer reported that contributions are still running behind expenditures, but that we are managing to keep up with most obligations.

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Many activities forthcoming with Youth and Family Ministries including LYO event and VBS both in July. Relay for Life fundraising is ongoing. Kevin Higdon has been accepted to Bishop’s School. Yard sale scheduled for May 30. Azalea Festival parking raised $872.

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Pastors reported blessing-filled services from Lent through Easter, all well attended. The Easter Vigil service was most impressive with much thanks to Ryan Blake for all his efforts putting this together as well as the “Foundation of Worship” sessions on Tuesday nights in Lent.

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Worship and Music team reported much positive feedback from our liturgical dance group on March 29. We are still in need of an adult leader for the acolytes and crucifers, hoping someone will feel the call to take on this role.

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All other ministry teams have been meeting and working toward goals for this year.

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Next Council meeting scheduled for May 11.

THRIVENT Tempus fugit! It is true that time flies and it is time again to renew our Thrivent memberships. It is also time to join Thrivent for the first time if you have never been a member. The full name is Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Over the years, Thrivent has matched fund with many of St. Paul’s projects and made a worthwhile endeavor into a very successful and profitable project. Recently when our youth parked cars as a fundraiser during the Azalea Festival, they raised $1,140 with Thrivent’s help! Thrivent also helps Habitat for Humanity and matched funds for the youth Super Bowl Subs. Both last year and this year’s Yard Sale funds will be matched as well. In these times of economic stress, Thrivent’s pledged helping hand is more valuable to us all. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is a faith-based membership organization called to improve the quality of life for its members, their families, and their communities by providing unparalleled solutions that focus on financial security, wellness and caring in others. If you have any questions about Thrivent, you may call Kevin Clamser (612-5284) or Laurie Barkley (2979427). These are two of the many members of St. Paul’s who have been involved with Thrivent for several years and will give you the answers you seek about this great organization.

FINANCIAL OPEN DISCUSSION Every month, St Paul’s is offering a financial open discussion. We will start with a devotional then an examination of what is happening with our economy and most importantly working through any questions that you may have. Along with his word, God often uses other Christians to help us work through our questions. All questions are welcome – let’s come together and help each other through these difficult times! We will meet at St. Paul’s on May 4 at 9:00 a.m.

FROM EMILY CLAMSER Happy Easter! I am sure that you must think I am crazy. Many of you are thinking Easter was April 12, and by the way, why are Easter decorations still up! Well, it is still Easter. Easter seems to be the one season that we want to hurry up and be over with. Think about it. We can not wait for Thanksgiving to be over so we can begin decorating for Christmas! My neighbors put their decorations up on Thanksgiving Day! We can not wait for Jesus to be born, so we have Advent to help us prepare. But what about Easter? I know, I know, your thinking we have Lent and your right. Lent, allows us the time to add a discipline to our life or experience "forty days of resisting a temptation." Then, we have Holy Week, and we experience the joys and sorrows of those days. Finally, Easter arrives! He is risen. He has risen indeed! Alleluia! Then, it is quick down with the decorations and Easter is over. But it is not over. There are 50 amazing days! If you ask our youth and some adults, how many days are in Lent they will quickly tell you 40, but for Easter they will respond with one day. So, in our society that is so quick to jump to the next holiday or season. I am asking us all to linger at Easter. The best part of the Easter Story is the 50 days that happened after Jesus rose because we finally find out the answers to the questions- What happened? What does it mean? Now, what should we do? The mystery is solved. It all becomes clear. We, along with the disciples, learn how to Pass on the Faith. Happy Easter!

CONFIRMATION May 1 & 2: Retreat at Camp AGAPE May 31 at 11:00 PM: Confirmation of Avery Mills and Jessica Novak

RELAY FOR LIFE The youth and our congregation have raised over $1,000.00 towards our goal of $2,000.00 Although the race is over, we are still accepting donations. Please drop yours off to the office and designate it to Relay for Life. Thank you for your continued support for this event.

MOMMY & ME & JESUS MAKES THREE Mommy & Me & Jesus Makes Three will meet on May 20 this month at 11:00 a.m. Bring a friend and enjoy games, devotion, plus a little mom talk. Join us under the parachute!

BISHOP’S SCHOOL Congratulations to Kevin Higdon on his acceptance to Bishop’s School! Kevin will be attending Bishop’s School on the Campus of Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary in Columbia, South Carolina, from June 2027. Kevin was chosen from a group of highly qualified nominees and St. Paul’s is honored to have Kevin represent us. A regional committee of representatives from the synods in Region 9 reviewed the nominations and selected Kevin along with only 39 other youth from across the Southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean. All candidates must submit an application, essay, and recommendations. During his week at Bishop’s school, Kevin will study theology, participate in discussions, fellowship, and learn more about ministry. If you would like to make a donation to the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Bishop’s School Scholarship Fund to assist in defraying the $425.00 cost, please write “Bishop’s School Fund” in the memo section of your check. Together, we continue to Pass on the Faith.

QUILTING WORKSHOP The quilters need monetary donations for sewing machine maintenance and supplies. They also need sewing thread and size 3 crochet thread. Any donations of bedsheets would also be appreciated.

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED May 1 St. Paul’s Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Program begins at 11:00 a.m. Lunch $5 Bring your Migrant Workers Kits

THANK YOU From Jimmie Robeson . . . Thank you so much for the prayers, cards, phone calls and prayer shawl during my recent heart surgery and extended hospital stay. Your kindness and caring were a great comfort to my family and me. A special thank you to Pastor John and Pastor Mark for their comforting visits and powerful prayers.

AGAPE DAY CAMP Agape Day Camp at St. Paul’s June 15 – 19 WOW! All the fun and excitement of Agape right here at St. Paul’s! Don’t forget to send in a health form as soon as possible with your $75 check made out to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. We are looking forward to a week full of songs, games, stories, and lots of Agape love! St. Paul’s Members Cost: $75.00 ($85.00 after May 17). Non-member $120.00. At this time there are only 20 available spots. St. Paul’s Epistle Page 3

PICTURES FROM AROUND ST. PAUL’S

Easter brought us many wonderful events, including our annual Easter Egg Hunt and a new event, the Easter Vigil.

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MILESTONE MINISTRY Milestones have become a wonderful way for our congregation to mark our congregational milestones as well as our personal milestones. One of the milestones recently added is our AAA Disciple milestone. In the month of March, Nicky Grubbs, Louise Perkins, and Jack Ploehn were our AAA Disciples. Here are some of the testimonies for Louise Perkins: “Louise is only a phone call away to lend a helping hand for what ever is needed. She has been a leader with the beading of the Chrismons, a supporter for the Samaritans and many other wonderful activities. She lives the life of an AAA person.” “Louise always puts the needs of the church first and does it with a smile. Truly an AAA person.” Here are some of the wonderful testimonies given for Nicky Grubbs.

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Here are some of the testimonies for Jack Ploehn: “For Jack there is no job too big or too small. Whether it is Co u nc i l President, S u n d a y s c h o o l teacher, or painting the youth room, Jack makes himself available for all the needs of our church.” “Jack Ploehn shows his love for our church and its members by the work he does for it! You can find him weeding, painting, hanging things, or taking the time to talk to our youth.” We are blessed to have so many AAA disciples at St. Paul’s! Take the time to affirm an AAA disciple. You will be glad that you did. Confirmation Milestone: Join us at the 11:00 service on Pentecost, May 31, as we celebrate the milestone of Confirmation with Avery Mills and Jessica Novak.

Mark your calendar for July 13 – 17. A week of wonder is just around the bend. Vacation Bible School is coming to St. Paul’s! All kids ages Pre-K – 5 grade are welcome! Set in the rugged and majestic Discovery Canyon, this VBS has something for everyone! This week of adventure will have kids crafting away in Cavern Crafts, running and jumping and playing in Gully Games, singing a set of new tunes that ROCK, and hearing the good news echoing off the canyon walls! This is the VBS you don’t want to miss! It’s all about connecting with others, learning, and having fun, of course! Sign up today! There are less than 30 spots left! Every child that registers receives a Free CD of the Discovery Canyon Songs! Registration forms are on the St. Paul’s website at stpaulswilmington.org. Just click Discovery Canyon and type in the information. For more information, contact Emily Clamser at 762-4882 ext. 104

“The only words to describe Nicky Grubbs are devoted and faithful. Nicky greats me every Sunday with a smile and is so faithful in his ministry to usher.” “I was so nervous to learn how to usher, but Mr. Grubbs was so nice to me.” “Nicky is always someone the church can count on!” “Nicky is very devoted to St. Paul’s. He is a life-long member who meets all 3 AAA’s!”

Thank you to everyone who helped make “I Am The Vine” a success! St. Paul’s Epistle Page 5

YOUTH & FAMILY EVENTS Wednesdays Together: All families are asked to come and enjoy Wednesdays Together. Join us as we participate in cross-generational activities, celebrate birthdays, and enjoy delicious food! Our nursery attendant is available for those families with little ones.

May 31 – Confirmation: Join us at the 11:00 p.m. service as we celebrate the Confirmation Milestone for Avery Mills and Jessica Novak.

May 1 & 2 – Confirmation Retreat at Agape

June 14 – Camp Clamser – 2 PM ON!: Drop of your child for an afternoon of Father’s Day craft making. Then join us at 4 p.m. Enjoy dinner and grown-up conversation with the rest of our St. Paul’s family. Bring your swimsuit and your favorite dish to share.

May 2 – Join Hands Day – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Lunch is provided! Join fellow Lutherans of all ages from the Cape Fear area as we join hands to plant gardens at Cape Fear Hospice. May 3 – Children’s Church – Our pre-K – 5 youth groups will join Miss Cindy to make decorations for Pentecost! May 3 – Camp Clamser – Pre-K – 5th youth groups: Join us from 12 – 2 p.m. at the Clamser’s home as we make Mother’s Day gifts and enjoy the first dip in the pool and hot tub! Bring your swimsuit and towel. May 3 – Camp Clamser – MS/HS youth group: Join us from 12 – 6 p.m. at the Clamser’s home as we assist the younger youth groups with their projects and enjoy a BBQ dinner and plan activities for the summer. May 4 - Faith Formation & Youth and Family Ministries Team Meeting: Our meeting begins with dinner at the Clamser’s home followed by discussion. On the agenda: VBS, Milestone Ministry, Rally Day, and the calendar and events for next year. May 19 – Vacation Bible School Planning Meeting – 6:30 p.m. in Keever Hall: We will meet in Keever Hall to continue to plan the decorating, science and craft projects, snacks, and other AWESOME activities. May 30 – Youth Yard Sale: Begin collecting your items for the youth’s Annual Yard Sale for their Mission Trip. Look at the article containing information of where and when to drop your items off at the church. St. Paul’s Epistle Page 6

June 7 – Graduate Celebration: We will be celebrating the Milestone of Graduation at both services.

June 15 – 19 - Agape Day Camp: See the article June 22 – June 26 – MS/HS WOW Mission Trip to Lutherock! We will enjoy team building activities including: white water rafting, zip-line, a trip to Grandfather Mountain, and lots of planning for our WOW Mission Work next year at St. Paul’s. Mentors are needed for this week. Summer BYG at Camp Agape: August 9 – 14 for ages: 3- 6 graders. Look for information coming soon.

YOUTH YARD SALE Saturday, May 30 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Our youth will be collecting your unwanted but gently used items for their Yard Sale. Please drop off your items to the church on Wednesdays and Sundays only. We will have people available to assist you in unloading your vehicle on those days and evenings, and we want to ensure that the donated items are neatly stored away until the Yard Sale. For larger items, contact Emily Clamser for pick-up or drop off at 762-4882 ext 104. We will not be collecting computer items and we ask that all items donated be in working order.

YOUTH GROUP Have you ever wondered what Youth Group is? If you are a middle school or high school student, join us on Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. for dinner, devotion, discussion, and lots of fun! Be a friend and bring a friend. The following is the list of Youth Group meetings thru June. If you are unable to provide dinner for your assigned date, please switch with another family. Food needs to be ready by 6:00 p.m. and can be made at home and dropped off. The summer schedule will be determined at the next Youth Group meeting. During the summer, the youth tend to go out for fun events (ex. bowling, movie, miniature golf). April 26 May 3 May 10 May 24 May 31 June 7 June 14 June 21 June 28

No Youth Group BBQ—Camp Clamser Mother’s Day Novak’s Phelps Palmer’s BBQ—Camp Clamser Father’s Day Higdon’s

VBS PLANNING If you missed the first meeting, join us in the depths of Discovery Canyon on May 19 at 6:30 p.m. in Keever Hall. Our teams will be discussing the needed decorations, selections of crafts and games, and planning for science activities and snacks. Please join us. Contact Emily Clamser (7624882 ext. 104) with any questions.

FAITH FORMATION Please join us in celebrating Sunday morning education on Sunday, May 24 at 10 am in Keever Hall. We will honor all who have worked to make our Sunday morning programs so successful and have some fun as we do it. Join us August 23 at 10 am as we kick off our Sunday morning programs with Rally Day!

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Abby Phelps Denise Cheatham Paula Johnson Renate Norris Peggy Price Karl Friedl Susan Friedl Ross Hammond Kevin Beasley Sean Fleming Mangeline Gertz Chick Coleman Bob Klingensmith Hoyt Bradshaw Bob Erickson Wilbur Hales Steve Lee Cyndi Lewis Jessie Miars Catherine Solomon Dick Blandford Melinda Hales Max Newber Andrew Price Juliana Volk Henry von Oesen Laurel Meitrodt Robyn Baily Joe Graham Zorie Brown Jillian Meitrodt Bob Sanders Janice Gurganus Richard Porrazzo Mary Starinsky Corey Flack Valrie Horton Tim Lougher Cheryl Meitrodt David Surratt Tricia Vance Blake Allen Lee Meitrodt Susan Prizzia Nell Stuart Gwen Beck Andrew Krieps Belva Swinson Larry Hovis Steve McClintock Toney Lanier John Talley

MAY WORSHIP ASSISTANTS Acolytes 3 10 17 24 31

Connor Flack, Sabra Walton Savannah Palmer, Paige Pottle Griffin Cox, Elise Seifert Connor Flack, Sabra Walton Savannah Palmer, Paige Pottle

Altar Guild 3 Helen Romeo, Marjorie Carano, Jeri Schuurman 10 Anna Cheatham, Kathy Parker, Alice Hovis 17 Ann Hutteman, Anna Cheatham 24 Anna Cheatham, Denise Cheatham 31 Debbie Farabee, Ruth Farabee Caregivers 3 Linda Ploehn 10 Fairy Hales 17 Melissa Talley 24 Sue Dresher 31 Linda Ploehn Communion Assistants (9:00) 3 Billy Mason 10 Richie Brown, Kristina Falk 17 Marjorie Carano, Eric Mason 24 Joe & Lynn Mickley 31 Len & Nancy Johannson Communion Assistants (11:00) 3 Bob Stroud 10 Dan & Betty Huggins 17 Joe & Lynn Mickley 24 Allen Mason, Peggy Price 31 Gwen Beck, Melissa Talley Communion Guild (9:00) 3 Richard & Jan Jones 10 Bev Friese 17 Helen Romeo 24 Richard & Jan Jones 31 Bev Friese Communion Guild (11:00) 3 Jeri Schuurman, Christa Gerfelder 10 Ralph Sizemore 17 Jessie Miars 24 Lynn Grubbs 31 Alice Hovis Crucifer 3 10 17 24 31

Tori Cox Louisa Miars Blake Allen Corey Flack Connor Coupland

Greeters (9:00) 3 Eric Mason, Billy Mason 10 E.J. & Gail Tomson 17 June Skibsted, Gail Cawein 24 Laura Witherspoon, Cindy Harrison 31 Steve Diggs, Linda Evans

Monday Night Dinner 4 Betsy Rullman, Lynn Grubbs, Anita Heston, Channing King, Joe & Lynn Mickley, Steve & Lois Smith 11 Anita Heston, Channing King, Sam & Doris Sampson, Kevin Clamser, Alex Hall 19 Elaine Walton, Lynn Grubbs, Channing King, Paul & Carolyn Zarbock, Debbie Thomas, Dan & Sue Dresher, Dave Echevarria 26 Keith Hales, Betsy Rullman, Channing King, Ron & Kitty Jamieson, Bob & Margaret Musacchio Nursery Assistants (9:00) 3 Mike & Lisa Seifert 10 Richie Brown 17 Theresa & Ross Hammond 24 Corinna Fleming 31 Cindy Carlisle Nursery Assistants (11:00) 3 Sabra & Melissa Walton 10 Gail Cawein 17 Corinna Fleming 24 Amanda Fox 31 Alanna & Kevin Higdon Readers (9:00) 3 Billy Mason 10 Eric Mason 17 Linda Evans 24 Keith Hales 31 Steve Diggs Readers (11:00) 3 Bob Stroud 10 Patricia Wilson 17 Terry Obrock 24 Norma Flax 31 Bob Stroud Ushers (9:00) 3 Joe & Lynn Mickley 10 Vera & Gail Cawein 17 Fred Radloff 24 Larry & Becky Knott 31 Richie Brown & Kristina Falk Ushers (11:00) 3 Betty Huggins, Lynda Shell, Lou Minges, Martha Bailey, Bettielou Weddle 10 Chip McGuire, Allen Mason, Mel & Dawn Foels, Ralph Sizemore 17 Jere Walton, Larry Wessell, Carl Korb, John Talley, Reed Higgins, O Willis, Bob Chadwick 24 Mike Walton, Grady Beck, Lee Weddle, Dan Phelps, Marsh Johnson 31 Larry Hovis, Bill Turnquist, Nicky Grubbs, Jim Tyson

Greeters (11:00) 3 Joe & Carolyn Augustine 10 Mel & Dawn Foels 17 Larry & Alice Hovis 24 Andy & Kay Kruklitis 31 Lynn & Joe Mickley

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ST. PAUL’S MAY 2009 CALENDAR Sun

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9:30 a.m. Church Women United (Keever & Sanctuary)

9 a.m. Join Hands Day (Hospice)

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9 a.m. Celebration Service 10 a.m. Breakfast 11 a.m. Traditional Worship 12 p.m. Camp Clamser 2:30 p.m. Stephen Ministry

9 a.m. Financial Open Discussion (Keever) 10:30 a.m. Circle 1 (Library) 6:30 p.m. Youth & Faith Formation Mtg. (Clamser’s)

7:30 p.m. Circle 4 (Sybil Russ) 8:30 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous (Keever)

12 p.m. Circle 3 (Keever) 6 p.m. Wednesdays Together 7 p.m. Prayer & Praise Service 7:45 p.m. Church Choir Prayer Group

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8:30 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous (Keever)

5 p.m. Staff Support Mtg. 6 p.m. Wednesdays Together 7 p.m. Prayer & Praise Service 7:45 p.m. Church Choir Prayer Group

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9 a.m. Celebration Service 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Traditional Worship 2 p.m. Violin Recital (Parlor) 2:30 p.m. Stephen Ministry

24 9 a.m. Celebration Service 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Traditional Worship 2:30 p.m. Stephen Ministry

25 Memorial Day Church Office Closed

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6:30 p.m. VBS Planning Mtg. (Keever) 7 p.m. Leland Mission Mtg. (Parlor) 8:30 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous (Keever)

11 a.m. Mommy & Me (Nursery) 6 p.m. Wednesdays Together 7 p.m. Prayer & Praise Service 7:45 p.m. Church Choir Prayer Group

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ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH STAFF Pastor ..................................................................................................................... Pastor John C. Misenheimer Associate Pastor..................................................................................................... Pastor Mark A. Opgrand Organist and Director of Music............................................................................... Mr. William H. Remele, Jr. Director of Youth & Family Ministries. .................................................................... Mrs. Emily Clamser Church Choirmaster ............................................................................................... Mr. E. Ray McNeely Music Associate...................................................................................................... Ms. Marcia Bremer Office Administrator. ............................................................................................... Ms. Kathleen P. Kalish Financial Secretary................................................................................................. Ms. Lynda Shell Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed for Lunch 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Office Phone Number: (910) 762-4882 Office Fax Number: (910) 762-4129 Website: www.stpaulswilmington.org E-mail Address: [email protected] ST. PAUL’S 2009 CONGREGATION COUNCIL President Dan Huggins—395-0608 Vice President Lou Minges—397-0869 Secretary Gail Cawein—792-1674 Treasurer Keith Hales—799-2518 Jack Baily—371-6606 Steve Diggs—538-8767 Dick Hanson—762-3773 Larry Hovis—343-1625 Mari-Louise Rannow—383-0415

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