01/12/20 Pastor Aaron Kretzschmar
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH
Connecting People to Jesus
1700 Carridale St SW
Decatur AL 35601
(256) 353-8759
Previous Events & Serving Opportunities
LWML is hosting an
Octoberfest!
Presale for Brats & Bingo cards will be each Sunday beginning September 12; also available day of event
Sunday, October 31
8:15 in the Sanctuary AND
10:45 Drive-in & Under the Tent
8:15 Facebook Live
10:00 Radio WZDK 98.5FM
Join us inside or Join us outside,
But join us with Christ on our side...
God's truth abideth still;
His kingdom is forever!
Sunday, August 8 9:30 am
Sunday School for All Ages
Wednesday FaithLinks Kickoff
August 11 5:30pm
"Back to School Celebration"
and cookout!
Leap Day Event for KIDS
Saturday, Feb 29 at 1:00 -3:00 pm
inflatables and games for
Preschoolers thru Elementary kids
Invite a friend!
LWML Bingo and
Bake Sale
Sunday, Feb 23 2:00 - 4:00 pm
in the Fellowship Room.
A fundraiser for our missions!
Children 7 and up welcome.
Prizes will be gift cards!
Middle School Lockin
Friday, Feb 21-22 7 pm - 7 am
Youth are asked to bring $5 for snacks and drinks. Join us for an all-nighter of faith, fellowship, food, and fun! Bring a friend!
Contact Alison Gilchrist (256-654-1472) for any questions or concerns.
Parents Night Out
Kids Night at Church
Friday, Feb 14 6:00 - 9:00 pm
For children ages birth to 5th grade. Drop off and pick up in the Lobby. No charge - just a good will donation! Pizza and juice boxes for dinner. It is open to the congregation, KTT, Preschool, and friends. Sponsored by the HS Youth!
InBetweeners Potluck & Planning Meeting
Saturday, Feb 15 at 6:00 pm
in the Fellowship Room to plan events for 2019! Call the Stroms at 256-353-7938 with any questions or ideas if you’re unable to attend.
Children's Christmas Program
Sunday, December 8 at 10:45am
Join us as the children of St Paul's
present "From Heaven Above"
Ladies Christmas Party
December 8 1:00 pm
Refreshments will be served, and Bingo will be played!
Sponsored by the LWML
Bring canned goods and a friend!
KTT Afterschool Fundraiser
December 5 from 4-7pm
Dinner by Swamp Johns will be here
LWML Sunday
October 6
Lutheran Women in Mission is the place where each woman is welcomed and encouraged to use her unique God-given
gifts as she supports global missions and serves the Lord with gladness. Visit us at www.lwml.org
InBetweeners will meet at the home of Rick and Helga Daniel for a celebration of Oktoberfest, Saturday, September 28 beginning at 3pm.
Bratwurst will be provided. Bring a covered dish to share and drinks. Please RSVP to let us know what you are bringing.
24840 Southern Heritage Ln
Athens, AL. 256-233-1266
Confirmation
Oral Exam
Friday May 3 6:00pm
Rite of Confirmation
Sunday May 5 8:15am
Mid-Week Advent Worship Series:
Wednesdays at 12 noon & 7pm.
December 4:
Is Anything too hard for the Lord?
December 11:
His Name is Wonderful.
December 18:
Heart of God
Mega Rummage Sale
Saturday June 1
7:00am - noon
5:30 - 8:00 pm
Mini-Flock Gatherings
Each Mini-flock will gather on specified Sundays 3:30 - 5:30 pm at the Kretzschmars' home - bring a snack to share and join in the fellowship - get to know Pastor and his family better!
Watch for your invite in the mail!
Youth Servant Events
April 21 at Decatur Animal Shelter
donations of items needed—please see the bulletin
Jumpin' Jammie Jubilee
Saturday, April 13
1:00-3:00 pm
Inflatables, games, and crafts!
Preschoolers thru Elementary kiddos from St. Paul’s as well as from the Preschool and Boys & Girls Club and our Neighbors across the street!
Please invite a friend!
Golf Nights Out
Tuesday, Feb 19 & 26 6:30 pm
Focus: mental and physical golf to help you improve
Bring: a standard bath towel and your driver, putter, & wedge or 7 iron
Each night stands alone
Men - Ladies - Youth -as well as any friends you’d like to invite- are encouraged to attend and learn some great pointers from a pro!
Cost: Zero!
Knowledge Gained: Priceless!
Church-Wide Game
Get-Together
January 24 4 – 6:00 pm
All Ages Welcome
Bring a game and a snack to share!
Parenting Class - Wed
8-Week Biblical Study for Parenting
Beginning Wed, Jan 16 at 6:00 pm
Presented by Larry Franks, Founder of First Priority - register with the Church Office as soon as possible!
Click here for more information.
Marriage Class
8-Week Biblical Study for Marriages
Beginning Sun, Jan 27 at 9:30 am
8 single-topic studies that deliver biblically-centered truth and practical application to make marriages healthy and strong and understand God’s plan for relationships.
Fellowship Potluck Lunch
Sunday, January 27
12:00 noon
Bring a covered dishes (meat and a vegetable or dessert) to share.
Voters Assembly
Sunday, January 27
12:30 pm
Join us for the Potluck and stay for the meeting hear plans for 2019.
Parenting Class-Sunday
Join us in the Fellowship Room this Sunday morning at 9:30 for the last class in this excellent resource for parents, grandparents, and anyone involved in the life of children and youth!
Click here for more information.
InBetweeners Planning Potluck
Saturday, Jan 12 at 6:00 pm
in the Fellowship Room to plan events for 2019! Call the Stroms at 256-353-7938 with any questions or ideas if you’re unable to attend.
Children's Christmas Program
December 16 10:45 am in the ARC (gym)
The children will lead worship with their presentation of "What Child is This?"
Everyone in the congregation,
friends, and family are invited!
Wednesday Advent Services
December 5, 12, 19 Noon & 7:00 pm
in the Sanctuary
Ladies Christmas Party
December 9 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Refreshments will be served, and Bingo will be played! Sponsored by the LWML
and the Ladies Auxiliary.
Bring canned goods and a friend!
Fall Voters Assembly
Sunday, November 18
12:45 pm
Join us for a Fellowship Potluck and then stay for the church's business meeting including nomination and election of new officers and teams, adoption of the 2019 Financial Plan, and the 2nd vote for returning to 4 Voters meetings per year. Voters Packets with Semi-annual report available Nov 11.
Advent by Candlelight
December 2 6:00 pm in the ARC (gym)
Please join us for this special women's event as we gather for a special evening to prepare our hearts and homes for the Advent season and the coming of the Christ child.
To ensure seating, please RSVP by text or call to Michelle Smitherman at 256.221.0599.
Middle School Fall District Retreat
November 9-11
The Youth and Mentors ask for the prayers of the congregation for this time of Retreat!
FREE Movie Night
November 4 6:00 pm
Through a story that unfolds over 50 years, Charlie and Alice discover the power of family and their need for God. Executive produced by Alex and Stephen Kendrick -
Click here for more information.
All Saints Sunday
November 4
National Guard Luncheon
November 3 11:30 am
Sponsored by St. Paul's
and Legion Post 15
Desserts and Greeter/Servers Needed!
St. Paul’s Holiday Bazaar
November 2 10am - 7pm
Lunch: 11am-1pm
Dinner: 5pm-7pm
Fall Fest with Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, October 31 5:30 -7:30 pm
This is a fun-filled event for the whole family! Dinner from the Grill starting at 5:30, with games and trunk-treating until 7:30. Candy, Decorated Trunks, and Volunteers needed!
Candy Donations Needed
Wednesday, October 31
Donations of bags of candy are being accepted in the Narthex and in the Lobby
ONE Combined Worship
Sunday, September 30
10:45 am in the Sanctuary
with Holy Communion
120th Anniversary and Homecoming
October 7 8:15 and 10:45 am
Let’s Celebrate!!!
120 years young and still connecting people to Jesus! Tell your friends and relatives near and far to join us for this Anniversary / Homecoming Celebration!
Join us as we celebrate:
120 years since our congregation formed
50 years since the Sanctuary was built
30 years since the East & West Wing Expansion
the 2018 Dedication of the East Wing Rebuild
AND the family & friends of St. Paul’s over the years!
National Back to Church Sunday
September 16 both church services
Please pray about who you may invite, that they might find church is far more than a place to go.
Oktoberfest in Alabama
Saturday, September 22 @ 6:00 pm
Bratwurst, German Music and Fun!! Please bring a dish to share and your favorite beverage. R.S.V.P. 256.233.1266. Directions to the Daniel residence may be obtained by calling the Church Office at 256.353.8759.
Prayer at the Pole
Wednesday, September 26th
- 7:15 am for the Elementary Schools,
- 7:45 am for the Middle & High Schools. The one at Austinville Elementary will be led by the children in the First Priority Kids Club.
Middle School Disciples
Starbucks Outing
September 6 9:30 am
Meet in the Lobby, bring $ for treats and permission slip to attend!
Sunday School Rally Day
Sunday August 19 9:30 am
All Children & Youth and their parents/grandparents meet in the ARC (gym) at 9:30 am to begin the new school year
InBetweeners Around the Pool
August 11 4:00 pm - ?
at the Bosco's pool
Kids Club
Saturdays
June 30, July 7, 14, 21
10:00 - 11:00 am
Regency West Apartments
across the Street
DCE Intern Welcoming
July 1
Felicia Salgado will join us in ministry as our Director of Christian Education Intern!
ONE Combined Worship
Sunday, July 30
10:45 am in the ARC
with Holy Communion
SUPER SATURDAY VBS
June 23 9:00 - 11:30 am
Register here!
Reaching the Millennial Generation
DVD-Based Bible Study
May 20 9:30 am
in the Sanctuary for 6 weeks
Confirmation Weekend
May 4 6:00pm Oral Exam
May 6 8:15am Rite of Confirmation
The confirmands will publicly share their faith and commit to the Lord during these blessed activities. Please pray for them and support them at this special time.
ONE Combined Worship
Sunday, April 29
10:45 am in the Sanctuary
with Holy Communion
Movie Night
April 27 6:30 pm in the ARC
Bring the family and enjoy "God's Not Dead" following Pastor's sermon series - refreshments provided!
Documentary & Discussion
April 6 6:30 pm
in the Sanctuary
click the graphic to see the movie trailer
Easter Celebration Worship
April 1
Two combined services
in the Sanctuary
at 8:15 and 10:45 am
Easter Breakfast
April 1 8:30 - 10:00 am
Hosted by the Elders and the High School Prophets
Easter Egg Hunt
April 1 9:30 am
Meet in the ARC -
bring your Easter basket!
Good Friday Worship
March 30 Noon & 7 pm in the Sanctuary
Traditional Tenebrae Service recreating the betrayal, abandonment, and agony of the Christ's Passion, left unfinished, because the story isn’t over until Easter Day!
Maundy Thursday Worship
March 29 Noon & 7 pm
in the Sanctuary
Holy Communion celebrated
Lenten Worship
Feb 14 - March 21 Noon & 7:00 pm
Lent continues with Midweek Worship Sermon Series "Singing with the Exiles -
A Journey through Isaiah 40-55."
Workday Part 2
March 1110 8:00 am - noon
Everyone is encouraged to help ready our campus for Easter!
Scouts PInewood Derby
March 11 3:00 pm in the ARC
Check out the fast cars and welcome the Scout families to St. Paul's!
Hockey Outing
March 17 (RSVP by 3/11)
Tickets are $13 each. Dinner before 5the game TBD. RSVP by March 11th Chris or John Covington 256-773-8621.
Ladies Auxiliary Salad Luncheon
March 22 at noon
Join the fellowship in the Fellowship Room!
Celebrating Pastor
March 4 9:15 am
Everyone is encouraged to meet with us in the Lobby and celebrate Pastor's one-year anniversary since his installation as Pastor here at St.Paul's!
A Time of Prayer
Feb 14 4:45 - 6:00 pm
Feb 18 9:30 - 10:30 am
Everyone is encouraged to stop by at any time and for as long as you like. We pray for what is on our hearts and that the Gospel of Jesus would spread.
A Time of Prayer
January 4 3:30-7:30 pm
Everyone is encouraged to stop by at any time and for as long as you like. We pray for what is on our hearts and that the Gospel of Jesus would spread.
Youth Holiday Lock-ins
December 15 7 pm Middle School Youth
December 17 7 pm High School Youth
Watch the bulletin for what to bring -
but always bring a friend!
Children's Christmas Program
December 10 9:30 am
during the Sunday School hour -
all classes will meet in the ARC and everyone is invited!
Campus Clean-up Day
December 9 8:00 am - noon
Everyone is welcome to help clean up fall leaves and ready the campus for winter and the Christmas holiday.
Parents Night Out
December 8 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Our High School Prophets will have activities for your children ages 6 mos - 12 yrs old while you shop or have a date night!
Wednesday Advent Services
December 6, 13, 20 7:00 pm
in the Sanctuary
Ladies Christmas Party
December 3 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Refreshments will be served, and Bingo will be played! Sponsored by the LWML
and the Ladies Auxiliary.
Bring canned goods and a friend!
Outreach Prayer Walk
December 3 9:30 am -10:00 am
If able and available, join us on a simple walk around the neighborhood and pray for our neighbors. If unable to join us, please pray where you are and daily for our neighbors around us.
Outreach Workshop
November 18 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Lunch included
Rev. Eric Johnson, Southern District Mission and Ministry Facilitator, will be here November 18 & 19 to help us set and realize missional goals for our congregation.
Thanksgiving Eve Worship
November 22 6:30 pm
in the Sanctuary
St. Paul’s Holiday Bazaar
November 3 10am - 7pm
Lunch: 11am-1pm
Dinner: 5pm-7pm
All Saints Sunday
November 5
Fall Voters Assembly
Sunday, November 5
12:00 pm
Join us for the church's business meeting including nomination and election of new Officers and Teams and adoption of the 2018 Financial Plan. Voters Packets with Semi-annual report available October 29.
There will not be a potluck since we just ate together for Reformation Celebration!
Prophets & Disciples
to Corn Maze
October 21—Trip to Corn Maze
The Belue Place Pumpkin Patch in Lexington AL $10 includes corn maze and pumpkin (all activities) Leave church by noon and return by 6:00pm
InBetweeners Bunko
October 20 at 6:30 pm at the Burrells' home. It is a simple game, no skill needed. Please let them know if you are coming by October 15th (256.308.1888).
Trunk or Treat
Friday, October 27 6:30 pm
This is a fun-filled event for the whole family! We will need a good number of church members to each host a trunk.
Candy Donations Needed
Friday, October 27 6:30 pm
Donations of bags of candy are being accepted in the Narthex and in the Lobby
Potluck & Game Night
July 14 in the Fellowship Room
EVERYONE INVITED (spouses too!)
6:30 pm Please bring a dish to share and join us for an evening of fun & fellowship!
Indoor Football Outing
Saturday, June 13
InBetweeners host an outing to see the Hammers play indoor football in Huntsville. For more information call John & Chris Covington at 256.773.8621.
Handbell Choir
6:00 pm resumes in September
in the Sanctuary Loft
Come join the fun!
Handbell Choir is looking for a few good hands to join the team.
Practice times are
Wednesdays 6 :00 - 7:30 pm
Chancel Choir
7:30 pm resumes in September
in the Sanctuary Loft
Come join the fun!
Chancel Choir is looking for more voices to join the team.
Practice times are
Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
InBetweeners
to tour NWS station in Huntsville / Lunch
Saturday, April 11
10:00 am
Call Paul Goehler for more details
InBetweeners
Bunco Night
Saturday, March 15th at 7pm
at the home of Dave & Jane Burrell. Bring a snack and your favorite drink.
No skill necessary. Hosts for this event are Dave and Jane along with Ron and Nancy Neuendorf.
Dinner and Sock Hop
Saturday, February 28
Join us for the Fellowship Meal
in the Fellowship Room after 5:30 worship then on to the ARC for some dancing and more fun. Bring a snack to share. Invite some new friends!
Sponsored by the InBetweeners.
Financial Peace University
February 1
A new class is starting Sundays 9:00 - 10:30 am in Room 317.
Futsal Indoor Soocer Tournament
January 31 8 am - 10 pm
Ages 8 - 18 to compete in fast-paced, exciting 5 vs 5 play.
Report Card Reward Night
January 11 5 – 7:00 pm
Grades K – 5
Must present copy of A or A/B Report Card for admission. Meet in the YAC.
InBetweeners PotLuck
& Planning Meeting
January 10 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Room. Bring calendars and event ideas for the 2015.
Ladies of Love Ministry
Loved Unconditionally by being
Prayed For Daily Encouraged Often
and Celebrated Frequently!
Sign up during September to be included in this "Secret Pal" ministry of Low-Stress and High-Bless
through Words of Encouragement!
Ladies Retreat
January 2-3, 2015
Friday 5:00 pm to Saturday 5:00 pm
Cost: $60 includes breakfast, lunch, lodging in 11 bedroom lodge,
2 per room. Space is limited to 22 ladies. Reservation forms are in church mailboxes. Register by December 1st.
Middle School
& High School Youth Christmas Lock-ins
December 19 8:00 pm
- Saturday, December 20 6:00 am
Bring a $5 dirty santagift
and $5 for food & drinks
Ladies’ Christmas Party
December 7th 1:30 - 4:00 pm
in the Fellowship Room.
Refreshments will be served and Bingo will be played! Sponsored by the LWML
and the Ladies Auxiliary.
Middle School Halloween Party
October 25 5:00 pm
Prophets Trip to Shakalaka
September 27
Meet at church at 7:30
Return by midnight
Oktoberfest
in Alabama
September 20 6:00 pm—???
at the Daniel Residence
Bratwurst, German Music, and Fun!!
Please bring a side dish to share and your favorite beverage. R.S.V.P. 256.233.1266. Call and let us know what dish you intend to bring.
InBetweeners Smith Lake Outing
August 16 2:00 pm
Water activities & progressive dinner
Call Gail at 256.476.5352 to sign up for food to bring and for more details
Fall Workday
November 1 8:00 am
Many projects oare on the list for both inside and outside.
Contact TJ Schmelter for more information.
Celebrating Sue Bosco
10 years at St Paul's
October 25-26
Join the celebration on Saturday evening after SNL during the Fellowship Dinner and on Sunday morning during Fellowship Time at 9:15 am.
Voters Potluck & Meeting
October 19
Bring a meat and side dish or dessert or dessert to share after the late services; then stay for the meeting to discuss the business of hte church. Agenda items include 2015 Leader Elections & Financials and Debt Reduction plans.
FFFII Debt Reduction Campaign Celebration Lunch
September 21
Pastor Chris
5th Year Installation Anniversary Celebration
August 16 followint Worship
August 17 during Fellowship Time
beginning at 9:15 am
Reformation Celebration
Sunday, October 29 12:30 pm
Join us for lunch on the lawn along with games inflatables and activities for the whole family following our combined Reformation Festival worship at 10:45 am in the Sanctuary.
Flu Shots
Sunday, October 15 noon - 1:30 pm
Most Insurance companies will cover this vaccination. Our own Nicole Ringers from Kroger will be administering these in the Library.
Oktoberfest in Alabama
Saturday, September 30 @ 6:00 pm
Bratwurst, German Music and Fun!! Please bring a dish to share and your favorite beverage. R.S.V.P. 256.233.1266. Directions to the Daniel residence may be obtained by calling the Church Office at 256.353.8759.
Prayer at the Pole
Wednesday, September 27th
- 7:15 am for the Elementary Schools,
- 7:45 am for the Middle & High Schools. The one at Austinville Elementary will be led by the children in the First Priority Kids Club.
Special Voters Meeting
September 17 noon in the ARC
to consider refinancing our building loan so that a full-time Director of Christian Education may be possible
Mini-Flock #5 Gathering
September 24 3:30 - 5:30 pm
It's time for Mini-Flock #5 to gather at the Kretzschmars' home - bring a snack to share and join in the fellowship - get to know Pastor and his family better!
Watch for your invite in the mail!
Frozen Casserole Fundraiser
September 10th
Pre-order in the Lobby
$10/casserole order - delivered October 7
LWML and Auxiliary Ladies' annual fundraiser to spruce up Lobby furniture!
Sept 10 Obstacles Sunday
9:30 am
Age 3 – 5th grade will have a Life’s Obstacles lesson, which will include playtime on the inflatable obstacle course! Invite your friends and neighbors and then bring them back each Sunday!
Children's Christmas Program Orientation
August 30 6:00 pm
Fellowship Room
Grades K-5 Parents
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting
August 24 1:00 pm
in the Fellowship Room
Backpack Blessing
August 13
STUDENTS and EDUCATORS of all ages and grades - please bring your backpacks, briefcases and totes for our prayers and a blessing during our worship services.
Rally Day
August 13 at 9:30 am
Blessing of the Backpacks in both worship services!
All Ages will Rally Together in the ARC at 9:30 for the kick-off of the new Sunday School year with Sam the Balloon Man!
New Class Groupings! New Class Topics! New Beginnings!
BGC Celebration Dinner & Program
Wednesday, July 19 at 5:30 pm. We’ll share a meal together, and then the children will present what they have learned this summer in their special activities and classes - always a high-energy treat! Please join us as we connect with our BGC families and get to know them as they get to know us better!
LWML Picnic
Tuesday July 18th at 5:00 p.m. at Tommy and Dee Livingston’s home. Everyone is welcome. Brats will be provided. Please bring a side dish to share. Call Dee at 256-355-8007 to let her know that you will be attending.
War Room Movie Night
July 7 6:30 pm in the gym
Join us to watch this powerful movie about the Power of PRAYER in our lives, complete with popcorn and coke!
FREE to the Community
There will be childcare for children up to age 4 in the Nursery, and older kids will watch their own kid-friendly movie!
High School Prophets' Community-Wide Fundraiser
June 8 4 - 8 pm
$11/plate Dine-in or Carry-out
Shrimp, Catfish or Chicken
Invite your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers!
VBS for ALL AGES!
Kids AND Adults!
May 30 - June 2 6-8:30 pm
with supper served at 5:15
Click HERE for more info!
Church-Wide Game
Get-Together
May 20 6:00 pm
Everyone Welcome!
Bring a g snack to share!
Confirmation Weekend
May 5 6:00 pm Oral Exam
May 7 8:15 Rite of Confirmation
Three confirmands will publicly share their faith and commit to the Lord during these blessed activities. Please pray for them and support them at this special time.
InBetweener Event for EVERYONE
Potluck Dinner & A Movie
April 29 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Room
Jerry and Carol Alldredge will host this event featuring great food brought by y'all and a great video, “A Man Named Martin.” Join us to hear a captivation presentation of Luther's staunch faith and the extent of his outreach that remain a standard for Christ-centered living to believers today.
Spring Campus Cleanup
April 8
Sprucing up Outside and Inside areas for Easter, including cleaning leaves & gutters and cleaning windows!
Jam with Pastor & the Band
April 5 7:45 pm in the gym
Calling All Musicians!
If you play or know of someone who is interested in Praise and Worship music, this is an awesome opportunity! If you have any questions, please talk to Pastor Kretzschmar - let him know of your interest!
Hockey Outing
March 25 7:00 pm
(meet 5pm @ church)
InBetweeners host an outing to see the Huntsville Havoc play hockey in Huntsville.
For more information call John & Chris Covington at 256.773.8621.
Love the Kretzschmars Breakfast
March 19
9:15-9:45 am between worship services
Please bring your favorite breakfast finger-food and an item or two for the Pastor's Pantry and help us welcome Pastor, Erin and Grace to their new home.
Garage Sale
to benefit the High School Youth
March 11
7am - noon
Please bring your unwanted items for donation
March 5-8!
Installation of Pastor Kretzschmar
February 26
3:00 pm in the Sanctuary
Reception following in the ARC
InBetweeners Valentines Dance
February 11
8:00 pm at the Elks Lodge
6:00 pm for Steak & Shrimp Dinner
available $20/ea—RSVP & money due by 2/5 to the Fallers’ (256.350.7438) via their church mailbox. If you want to dance and not have dinner, rsvp that as well for entry at 8:00 pm.
Kids Night IN -
Parents Night OUT
Friday, February 10 5 - 9 pm
Pizza & Drinks provided, Game and Craft Activities! Freewill Offering accepted
Ages 3 up to 5th Grade for the first 30 who reserve by calling the Church Office.
Sponsored by the Prophets
Organizational meeting
Thursday, February 9 at 11:30 am.
For more information, please contact
Beth Hornish at 770-317-1850 or
Carole Rikard at 256-974-1090.
Combined Service in the ARC at 10:45 am
Join us as we worship together in combined worship to our Lord and Savior and then enjoy fellowship together at the potluck lunch following.
Fellowship Potluck
Join us after the combined worship service in the ARC. Please bring a meat dish and a side dish or dessert to share! Everyone Welcome!
Pastor Kretzschmar Visits
January 8
On December 18th, our Voters Assembly voted overwhelmingly to extend a Divine Call to Rev. Dr. Aaron Kretzschmar of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in La Porte, IN.
He and his family are visiting with us Jan 8 as he seeks discernment from the Holy Spirit and considers the Call he currently has at St. John’s Lutheran as well as the Call we have now extended to him. Please pray for him, his family, his church family at St. John’s Lutheran, and for our church family here at St. Paul’s.
Children's Christmas Program
December 18 9:30 am in the ARC
Encourage and support the Children as they present "Jesus Means Christmas to Me" between worship services.
Special Voters Meetingn
December 18 10:00 am in the ARC
to call our next pastor
Middle School Lock-in
December 16 7:00 pm (- 7:00 am)
Bring a friend, $5 for food and
$5 gift for exchange!
Giving Tree
December 11 need gifts please!
Located in the Lobby to assist families with children in need. Instructions are located by the Tree; please make plans to stop by and help out again this Christmas. Gifts due by 12/11
High School Lock-in
December 18 6:00 pm (- 7:00 am)
Bring a friend, $5 for food and
$5 gift for exchange!
Ladies' Christmas Party
December 4 1:30 - 4:00 pm
in the Fellowship Room
All Ladies are invited! Refreshments will be served and Bingo will be played!
Sponsored by the LWML and the Ladies Auxiliary. Bring canned goods!
Church Workday
November 19 8 am - noon
Everyone welcome to help
Rake leaves
Pressure Wash Sidewalks
Wash Windows Inside & Out
Inspect/Replace Chair Leg Tips
Clean Kitchen
Worship Times
Listening Meeting
November 20 9:20 am
in the Sanctuary to gather ideas on
worship times.
Please review the Rationale for the Current Worship Schedule found on the front page of the November Epistle. There will NOT be a vote or any decisions made at this meeting, just healthy discussion as to what is desired, what is possible, and what is best for most in our church family. Bring your ideas; these will be taken under advisement by our Elder Team as we proceed through the interim and a new shepherd is called. If you are unable to attend, please email the Church Office.
Disciples Jr Youth District Gathering
November 11-13
Meet at church at 1:00 pm to travel.
Please pray for our youth and their mentors.
InBetweeners Bunko
November 12 at 6:30 pm at the Burrell's home. It is a simple game, no skill needed. Please let them know if you are coming by Nov. 10th (256.308.1888).
All Saints Sunday
November 6
St. Paul’s Holiday Bazaar
November 4
10am - 7pm
Lunch: 11am-1pm
Dinner: 5pm-7pm
Reformation Sunday
Combined Service
Sunday, October 30
10:45 am in the Sanctuary
Fellowship Potluck Lunch
Sunday, October 30
12:15 pm
Bring a covered dishes (meat and a vegetable or dessert) to share.
Health Fair
November 4 10am - 5pm
LifeSouth Bloodmobile
Flue Shots
available 10:00 - 1:00
(most insurance will cover)
FREE Blood Pressure
& Glucose checks
Fall Voters Assembly
Sunday, October 30
12:45 pm
Join us for the Potluck and stay for the church's business meeting including nomination and election of new Officers and Teams and adoption of the 2017 Financial Plan. Voters Packets with Semi-annual report available October 23.
Gulf States District LWML
Women’s Retreat Getaway
Beautiful Feet
October 14-16
Camp ASCCA in Jackson’s Gap, AL
Contact Cherie Endrihs – cendrihs@aol.com or 334-494-5807
Rattlesnake Saloon & History and Haunted Trolley Tour
October 15 (leaving church at 4pm)
The InBetweeners invite everyone to join them for dinner at 5pm and tour at 7pm
Flue Shot Clinic
October 2
12:00 noon in the Fellowship Room
Administered by Nicole Ringers, Certified Vaccinating Pharmacist
LWML Sunday
and Mites Collection
October 2
Prayer at the Pole
Wednesday, September 28th
- 7:15 am for the Elementary Schools,
- 7:45 am for the Middle &High Schools. The one at Austinville Elementary will be led by the children in the First Priority Kids Club.
Oktoberfest in Alabama
Saturday, September 17 @ 6:00 pm
Bratwurst, German Music and Fun!! Please bring a dish to share and your favorite beverage. R.S.V.P. 256.233.1266. Directions to the Daniel residence may be obtained by calling the Church Office at 256.353.8759.
Church-Wide Missions Day
September 10 8:30 am - noon
Meet at Church for prayer, then
GO to Riverside Senior Care Center (end of summer party fun with the residents - great place to serve with your younger children),
GO to TVO (pressure washing, painting, yardwork),
GO to senior members homes for yardwork and window washing,
Childcare available at church - workers needed here too!
Meet back at church for pizza lunch!
Children's Christmas Program Orientation
September 7 6:00 pm
Fellowship Room
Grades K-4 Parents
Children's Christmas Program Orientation
September 7 6:00 pm
Fellowship Room
Grades K-4 Parents
Sunday, August 28 10:45am in the ARC
We will meet together to worship the Lord as ONE in Spirit and in Truth with Holy Communion. Rev. Dr. Ed Rosser will be our guest proclaimer.
Sunday School Rally Day
9:00 am Brunch in the Lobby
9:30 am Let’s Rally Around the Word!
Classes for All Ages!
Preschool Orientation
August 8th at 6:30
in the Fellowship Room.
Parents of toddlers thru Pre-K 4 children will meet their new teachers and visit their children’s classrooms.
Back to School
Prayer Walk
August 7 6:00 pm
We will gather at Austinville Elementary (or the school nearest to you) to pray God's mercy and grace for the students & teachers and all their families as they begin a new school year.
Middle Middle School Disciples TRip
August 5-7
Please pray for our Youth and mentors!
Boys & Girls Club
Summer Closing Dinner
July 27 5:30 pm
We will gather for dinner and to celebrate the children's activities and accomplishments this summer.
Boys & Girls Club
Summer Closing Dinner
July 27 5:30 pm
We will gather for dinner and to celebrate the children's activities and accomplishments this summer.
HighSchool Prophets
to the LCMS
National Youth Gathering
July 16-20
Please pray for our Youth and mentors!
School Supply Collection
July 1 - August 4
All supplies will be distributed to the Preschool and at Austinville Elementary on August 6th. Supplies may be left in the WTSW box in the Narthex.
Winshape Day Camp
June 27 - 31
Please call Tricia Scheler for more details on this day camp experience for elementary age children.
Pastor Long
Visits StPauls
June 26
Hosting Bike & Build
June 6-7
We need and would appreciate desserts and/or veggie casseroles to complement the evening meal. This is our 10th year of hosting this group. Need any details, contact Jim Forthman.
Combined Celebration
Combined Celebration
for VBS and the Ministries
of Bill Klein & Tricia Scheler
Sunday, June 5th
in the ARC at NOON
Special Called
Voters Assembly
Sunday, May 15
9:30 am in the Sanctuary
Our Call Committee has presented a candidate to call as our next pastor; information has been mailed to each home to be received by May 6. Please review and be in prayer as we meet, discuss and vote to extend a Divine Call between services on the 15th.
Fellowship Potluck Lunch
Sunday, May 1
12:00 noon
Bring a covered dishes (meat and a vegetable or dessert) to share.
Voters Assembly
Sunday, May 1
12:30 pm
Join us for the Potluck and stay for the meeting hear plans to call a new pastor and to continue with excellence in our Children's Ministry activities and CrossLife worship with the departures of Tricia Scheler and Bill Klein.
Confirmation Weekend
April 22 6:00 pm Oral Exam
April 24 8:15 Rite of Confirmation
Seven confirmands will publicly share their faith and commit to the Lord during these blessed activities. Please pray for them and support them at this special time.
Youth Dinner Auction
April 23 5:00 pm Fun-Train
Departure for all travelers!
Annual FUNdraiser for our high school youth to attend the National Yuth Gathering in July!
Please donate, attend and bid-to- buy while having a blast for a great cause!
Easter Egg Hunt
March 27 9:30 am
Meet in the ARC -
bring your own basket
Easter Breakfast
March 27 8:30 - 10:00 am
Hosted by the Elders and the High School Prophets
Celebration Worship
March 27
Two combined services
in the Sanctuary
at 8:15 and 10:45 am
Worship
March 25 Noon & 7 pm in the Sanctuary
Traditional Tenebrae Service recreating the betrayal, abandonment, and agony of the Christ's Passion, left unfinished, because the story isn’t over until Easter Day!
Worship
March 24 7 pm
in the Sanctuary
Seder Meal Teaching of the significance of the Last Supper and
Holy Communion service
Worship
March 20
Celebrtating Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem to begin Holy Week
8:15 am in the Sanctuary
10:45 am in the ARC
Lenten Wednesday Worship
March 16 7:00 pm
Join us for our Lenten series, "Places of the Passion: The Passion According to St. Luke."
Spring Workday
March 12 8 am—noon
Sprucing up Outside and Inside areas for Easter, including spreading mulch and cleaning windows!
If there’s inclement weather, we’ll try for March 19!
DNow
Feb 17, 19-21
A county–wide, cross-denominaitonal faith experience for Grades 7-12!
Host Homes, Devotion Leaders and Dinner Servers are needed. Please contact Tricia Scheler at 256.353.8759 or TriciaS@StPaulsDec.com.
Ash Wednesday Worship
February 10 Noon & 7 pm
Our Lenten series begins with "Places of the Passion: The Passion According to St. Luke" and the imposition of ashes.
Futsal Indoor Soocer Tournament
St. Paul's Gym
February 6 8 am - 8 pm
February 7 2 pm - 6pm
Ages 8 - 18 to compete in fast-paced, exciting 5 vs 5 play.
Combined Worship
Sunday, January 31
9:30 am in the ARC
Blended Worship
with Holy Communion
Fellowship Potluck Lunch
Sunday, January 31
10:45am
Bring a covered dishes (meat and a vegetable or dessert) to share.
Special Voters Assembly
Sunday, January 31
11:30 am
Join us for the Potluck and stay for the meeting to vote on our nomination for Synod President & VP and Regional Board positions in preparation for the LCMS Convention in June.
Special Voters Assembly
Sunday, January 31
11:30 am
Join us for the Potluck and stay for the meeting to vote on our nomination for Synod President & VP and Regional Board positions in preparation for the LCMS Convention in June.
POBLO Guest Speaker
Rev Duane Maas
January 17
8:15 and 10:45 am
InBetweeners
New Year's Eve Party
December 31st 7:30 pm
at the Covington's home. If you would like to come earlier to watch the Alabama game, we'll have it on. Please BYOB, a snack to share and games to play. RSVP 256-773-8621.
New Year's Eve Worship
December 31st 6:00 pm
in the Sanctuary
Traditional worship with thankfulness for God's blessings in 2015 and with confidence for His continued stirring and comforting in 2016.
Christmas Day Worship
December 25th 9:00 am
in the Sanctuary
Traditional worship
Christmas Eve Worship
December 24th 11:00 pm
in the Sanctuary
Traditional worship with organ, chancel choir, and brass ensemble; celebrating holy communion communion and ringing in of Christmas morning
Christmas Eve Worship
December 24th 6:00 pm
Family Christmas Service in the Sanctuary. Holy communion will be celebrated.
Middle School
Christmas Lock-in
December 18th 8:00 pm
Festival of Music
December 13 8:15 am
The Adult Handbell and Chancel Choirs will present their Christmas Festival of Music during Worship.
Children's Breakfast Theater
December 12
9:00 am Pancakes
9:20 am Children's Musical
"Christmas in Kid City"
Christmas Parade
December 7 at 6:00 pm
Downtown Decatur
Join as we cheer on our KidLink Kids on the Children’s Float
Ladies Christmas Party
December 6 1:30 - 4:00 pm
in the Fellowship Room
Refreshments will be served and Bingo will be played!
Sponsored by the LWML and the Ladies Auxiliary.
All Ladies Invited!
Giving Tree
November 4 - December 6
The Prophets’ Giving Tree will once again assist families with children in need and will be decorated with ornaments for the taking. Unwrapped gifts need to be returned by December 6th.
A Celebration
of Ministry
November 22 9:30 am
in the Sanctuary
with Holy Communion
Join us as we celebrate
Pastor Eddie’s 9½ years of faithful service to this
St. Paul’s family.
Farewell Dinner
and Program
Hopefully everyone who wishes to attend the Farewell Luncheon
has returned the required RSVP to the Church Office (call 256.353.8759 by November 18 if you are unsure).
High School Prophets
Youth LOCKin
Friday, November 20
7:00 pm - 7:00 am November 21
On campus at St. Paul's!
Invite a Friend!
St. Paul’s Holiday Bazaar
November 6
10am - 7pm
Lunch: 11am-1pm
Dinner: 5pm-7pm
Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 31
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Free Food—Hot dogs, Chips, Drinks
Trunk-or-Treating in the parking lot weather permitting; otheriwise inside
Games and Fellowship. Volunteers and decorated cars needed.
See Pedro Santaliz for more information!
Fall Voters Assembly
Sunday, October 25 11:45 am
Join us for the Potluck Lunch and stay for the meeting to discuss the business of the church. Voters Packets available October 18.
Fellowship Potluck Lunch
Sunday, October 25
11:00 am
Bring a covered dishes (meat and a vegetable or dessert) to share.
Reformation Celebration
ONE Combined Worship
October 25 9:30 am in the Sanctuary
Blended worship celebrating our Lutheran heritage, our unity in Christ Alone, and Holy Communion.
Middle School Halloween Party
October 24 5:00 pm
Fall Church Golf Outing
October 24th
Athens, AL
8:00 am Shotgun Start /
4 Player Scramble
Entry Fee: $35
Preschool Sunday
Blessing of the Teachers
October 18 10:42 in CrossLife
Our children will sing during worship, our teachers will receive a blessing, and there will be an Open House following in the Preschool Wing.
LWML Weekend
October 3 & 4
The ladies from LWML will be present at ALL services to collect our Mites. Click here for more information about our Lutheran Womens Missionary League.
Oktoberfest
in Alabama
September 26 6:00 pm—???
at the Daniel Residence
Bratwurst, German Music, and Fun!!
Please bring a side dish to share and your favorite beverage. R.S.V.P. 256.233.1266. Call and let us know what dish you intend to bring.
Ladies Tea
September 19 11:00 am- 2:00 pm
Our LWML ladies would like to honor all women at St. Paul’s with a time of fellowship in the Fellowship Room. All ladies are invited for a light lunch and to hear our guest speaker, Judy Jankens.
Grandparents Breakfast
September 13 9:30 am in the ARC
ALL GRANDPARENTS of the congregation will be honored with a Brunch during Power Hour 9:30 – 10:30am. Sponsored by the
Education Team.
Church Workday
September 12 8:00 am
Many projects oare on the list for both inside and outside.
Contact DonOlson for more information.
Children's Musical Orientation
6:00 pm Wednesday, September 2
in the Fellowship Room
All children K-5th Grade who want to participate in this year's musical and their parents will meet for details.
ONE Combined Service
Sunday, August 30 9:30 am
One Lord One Faith One Baptism
Blended Service with Holy Communion
Fellowship Potluck to follow at 11 am
Youth Orientation Meetings
August 23
Orientation for YOUTH & PARENTS!
We will be setting the schedule for the year and completing Activity Participation/Medical Release Forms required for your youth to participate. Please come prepared with your calendars in hand.
Disciples Grades 5-8 9:30 – 10:30 am meet in the Sanctuary. Acolyte Training will follow the meeting.
Prophets Grades 9-12 12:00 pm meet in Room 316. There will also be disussion concerning the 2016 National Youth Gathering.
Rally Day
August 16 9:15 - 10:30 meet in the Lobby
Join Together for Brunch and Fellowship
Recommit to being in God's Word and corporate worship regularly.
Kick off the school year right!
Prayer Walk
Sunday, August 9 at 6:00 PM
Join us in prayer at Austinville Elementary.
School Supply Giveaway
Saturday, August 8
Help to bless the students at Austinville Elementary with donating school supplies, helping to distribute them on Auguat 8, and with prayer for Jesus to be their Freind.
Communion Teaching
Sunday, July 19 8:15 &10:45 worship
A very special communion service centered around the teaching of what Jesus meant when He said, "This is My Body."
REGISTER FOR
Vacation Bible School
and Get Ready to Rock!
Saturday, June 27
An all-day adventure
with a celebration
on Sunday, June 28
Vacation Bible School
Saturday, June 27
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
An all-day adventure
with a celebration
on Sunday, June 28 at 10:42 am
DONATE TO
Vacation Bible School
look for the sigh up sheets on the bulleting boards in the Narthex and the Lobby and place your donations in the designated boxes.
Communion Teaching
Sunday, June 14 in the ARC
during 10:42 CrossLife Worship
A very special communion service centered around the teaching of what Jesus meant when He said, "This is My Body."
Bike & Build Riders Here
Wednesday, June 10 to
St. Paul’s will host riders/builders here on our campus on June 10 & 11.
For more information, check out their website, and call Jim Forthman @ 256.654.9373 if you can help with the meal.
Preschool Graduation
Wednesday, May 20 6:30 pm
in the Sanctuary
Refreshments to follow
Everyone invited!
Let's Celebrate Pastor Chris
Sunday, May 17
Pastor Chris preaches his last sermon at St. Paul's at all services
Farewell Celebration 12:15 pm
Luncheon reception where we will have a time to roast/bless Pastor Chris before he and Laura and Bryce move to Texas.
Preakness Stakes Party
Saturday - May 16 4:30 pm
Bring a dish to share, your favorite beverage, Ladies’ Hat Contest Pick the Winner Game during the race and other fun activities. COME AND ENJOY THE FUN - THIS IS A GREAT TIME - PLEASE RSVP BY MAY 12 to David or Joyce @ 256-306-9737.
