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Privacy laws prevent hospitals from automatically informing churches of members admitted. You can easily notify our pastoral care staff of a hospitaliza- tion: 563-326-3547 x211 or [email protected]. Our hospitalized: (*released as of Oct. 22) *Jim Fortney Andrea Kinzenbaw *Kelly Peters Jackie Ruefer-Albee With sympathy: Dan & Jayne Dickens, his mother Marilyn Dickens CALENDAR staff connections Oct. 24/25 - Pentecost 22 Preaching: 5:30/9:20 Liesebet Gravley 8:00/11:45 Peter W. Marty Worship notes: 8:00 St. Paul Quartet 9:20 Chorale & Jubilate Choir 11:45 New members welcomed Communion served at all services Readings: Jeremiah 31:31-34; Hebrews 7:23-28; Mark 10:46-52 next weekend PASTORS Peter W. Marty Senior pastor Sara Olson-Smith Associate pastor Katy Warren Associate pastor Amy Diller Pastor in residency Liesebet Gravley Pastor in residency Ron Huber Visitation pastor COMMUNICATIONS Ann McGlynn Director of communication Lauren Brown Artistic director Becky Harper Adm. asst. to sr. pastor Karen Holden Book Corner manager Kayla Bushey Communications intern Tyler James Communications intern OPERATIONS Todd Byerly Operations director Paula Durham Business manager Jennifer Garvey Receptionist Tessa Hahn Business office assistant Marcia Robertson Stewardship coordinator Harris Schneekloth Campus supervisor Matt Spencer Custodial manager Jim Akright Custodial/Maintenance Paul Caldwell Weekend host Ron Mullen Weekend host Joe Wollett Evening host LEARNING Ryan Bailey Director of faith formation Joanna Roland Preschool & kids’ learning Andy Langdon Director of youth ministries Michelle Juehring Children & family life Dana Welser Neighborhood Schools Tammy Hermanson Residency administrator Katie Hanson Beyond Words coordinator Teresa Whitbeck Childcare coordinator MUSIC Chris Nelson Director of music ministries Bill Campbell Contemporary music Jon Hurty Chorale director Dan Pepper Youth Choir director Linda Allebach Children’s Choir director Rosita Tendall Children’s Choir director Margaret Thompson Children’s Choir director IN OUR PRAYERS 2136 Brady Street Davenport, IA 52803 563.326.3547 www.stpaulqc.org October 24 & 25, 2015 today at st. paul 8:45am Preschool 6:30pm Rethinking Poverty 7pm Beyond Words MONDAY, OCT. 26 6:45am Early morning book group 8:45am Preschool 12:30pm Mental health first aid class 3pm Madison marketplace 7:50pm St. Paul Sluggers 8:45pm St. Paul Sluggers TUESDAY, OCT. 27 8:45am Preschool 9:30am Moms’ Morning FRIDAY, OCT. 30 2pm So All May Eat meal prep 5pm So All May Eat meal serving 5:30pm Worship SATURDAY, OCT. 31 8am Worship 9am Book Corner open 9:20am Worship 10:45am Learning for all ages 10:45am Walking the Grief Journey 11:45am Worship 1pm College Sandwiches 6:30pm Sunday Night Live small groups 7:15pm Sunday Night Live SUNDAY, NOV. 1 WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28 8:45am Preschool 9:30am Staff meeting 2pm Blood Donor Day 6pm Adult Children of Alcoholics 6pm All choirs rehearse 6:30pm 678 Night Birth: Gavin James Kinzenbaw, son of Andrea & Rob Kinzenbaw, 10/21 Emma Rose Peters, daughter of Kelly & John Peters, 10/17 Oct. 31/Nov. 1 - Festival of All Saints Preaching: 5:30/8:00 Katy Warren 9:20 Peter W. Marty 11:45 Liesebet Gravley Worship notes: 9:20 Chorale Communion served at all services Readings: Isaiah 25:6-9; Revelation 21:1-6a; John 11:32-44 RECENT ISSUES OF CONNECTIONS are available at the Info Center and online at www.stpaulqc.org/ connections-flyer. THURSDAY, OCT. 29 8:45am Preschool 9:30 am Heart.Soul.Mind. Bible study 5:15pm WELCA Bible study prep 6pm Centering Prayer 6:30pm Open Spirit ensemble 7pm Private piano recital 7pm Expand Our Vision committee 7pm Mental Wellness panel Printed copies of the Open Spirit service order are available at the usher’s station. THE REFORMATION While October 31 may be most closely associated with the Halloween holiday, this day also holds significant mean- ing for the Protestant Church. On that day in 1517, Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses (statements) to the doors of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany. It was this act that helped begin the movement in world history known as the Reformation. This time brought renewed convictions of faith that still influence our beliefs and practices today. This day holds sub- stantial meaning for Lutheran Christian theology. Yet, even as we celebrate the Reformation (the re-forming of the Church), we pray for unity among all Christians. Whether we identify as Ro- man Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, or still-figuring-it-out Christians, we all ground ourselves in the same Sav- ior. And we all seek to live out Christ’s goodness in the world. St. Paul’s Mental Health Awareness Team will host two upcoming events – one a panel discussion on mental wellness, and the second a presentation on depression. Both are free and open to the public. DISCUSSION ON MENTAL WELLNESS e first, this ursday, Oct. 29, 7 p.m., will feature area mental health and spiritual leaders guiding a discussion on mental wellness. Presenters include Jeffrey Weyeneth, Becky Wiese, Christine Urish, and Pastor Sara Olson-Smith. ey will share various ways to tend to our mental well-being. PRESENTATION ON DEPRESSION e second is a presentation by Chris McCormick Pries, nurse prac- titioner and clinical director at Vera French Community Mental Health Center. She will lead Understanding Depression on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m., in the Chapel. Chris works throughout the community to provide mental health services for individuals, educators, counselors, and caregivers. Questions? Contact Sara Olson-Smith, [email protected]. Events to look at well-being, depression FOCUSING ON MENTAL HEALTH Pull up a chair as St. Paul proudly presents…your dinner. Enjoy dinner and lively conversation at St. Paul homes throughout the area. Each guest will be asked to bring a dish to share. Hosts will be in contact with location and dish details in the days before the meal. The guest list will be a surprise until you arrive. Sign up to be a guest or host at stpaulqc.org/signups or at the Info Center by Monday, Oct. 26. Contact: Ann McGlynn, [email protected] An all-St. Paul dinner party Friday, Nov. 6, 6-9 p.m.

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Privacy laws prevent hospitals from automatically informing churches of members admitted. You can easily notify our pastoral care staff of a hospitaliza-tion: 563-326-3547 x211 or [email protected].

Our hospitalized: (*released as of Oct. 22)

*Jim Fortney Andrea Kinzenbaw *Kelly Peters Jackie Ruefer-Albee

With sympathy: Dan & Jayne Dickens, his mother Marilyn Dickens

CALENDAR

staff connectionsOct. 24/25 - Pentecost 22

Preaching:5:30/9:20 Liesebet Gravley8:00/11:45 Peter W. Marty

Worship notes:8:00 St. Paul Quartet9:20 Chorale & Jubilate Choir11:45 New members welcomedCommunion served at all services

Readings: Jeremiah 31:31-34; Hebrews 7:23-28; Mark 10:46-52

next weekend

PASTORSPeter W. Marty Senior pastorSara Olson-Smith Associate pastorKaty Warren Associate pastorAmy Diller Pastor in residencyLiesebet Gravley Pastor in residencyRon Huber Visitation pastor

COMMUNICATIONSAnn McGlynn Director of communicationLauren Brown Artistic directorBecky Harper Adm. asst. to sr. pastor Karen Holden Book Corner managerKayla Bushey Communications internTyler James Communications intern

OPERATIONSTodd Byerly Operations directorPaula Durham Business managerJennifer Garvey ReceptionistTessa Hahn Business office assistantMarcia Robertson Stewardship coordinatorHarris Schneekloth Campus supervisorMatt Spencer Custodial managerJim Akright Custodial/MaintenancePaul Caldwell Weekend hostRon Mullen Weekend hostJoe Wollett Evening host

LEARNINGRyan Bailey Director of faith formationJoanna Roland Preschool & kids’ learningAndy Langdon Director of youth ministriesMichelle Juehring Children & family lifeDana Welser Neighborhood SchoolsTammy Hermanson Residency administratorKatie Hanson Beyond Words coordinatorTeresa Whitbeck Childcare coordinator

MUSICChris Nelson Director of music ministriesBill Campbell Contemporary music Jon Hurty Chorale directorDan Pepper Youth Choir directorLinda Allebach Children’s Choir directorRosita Tendall Children’s Choir directorMargaret Thompson Children’s Choir director

IN OUR PRAYERS

2136 Brady Street

Davenport, IA 52803

563.326.3547

www.stpaulqc.org

October 24 & 25, 2015

today at st. paul

8:45am Preschool 6:30pm Rethinking Poverty7pm Beyond Words

MONDAY, OCT. 26

6:45am Early morning book group8:45am Preschool12:30pm Mental health first aid class3pm Madison marketplace7:50pm St. Paul Sluggers8:45pm St. Paul Sluggers

TUESDAY, OCT. 27

8:45am Preschool9:30am Moms’ Morning

FRIDAY, OCT. 30

2pm So All May Eat meal prep5pm So All May Eat meal serving5:30pm Worship

SATURDAY, OCT. 31

8am Worship9am Book Corner open9:20am Worship10:45am Learning for all ages10:45am Walking the Grief Journey11:45am Worship1pm College Sandwiches6:30pm Sunday Night Live small groups7:15pm Sunday Night Live

SUNDAY, NOV. 1

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 288:45am Preschool 9:30am Staff meeting2pm Blood Donor Day6pm Adult Children of Alcoholics6pm All choirs rehearse6:30pm 678 Night

Birth: Gavin James Kinzenbaw, son of Andrea & Rob Kinzenbaw, 10/21 Emma Rose Peters, daughter of Kelly & John Peters, 10/17

Oct. 31/Nov. 1 - Festival of All Saints

Preaching:5:30/8:00 Katy Warren9:20 Peter W. Marty11:45 Liesebet Gravley

Worship notes:9:20 ChoraleCommunion served at all services

Readings: Isaiah 25:6-9; Revelation 21:1-6a; John 11:32-44

RECENT ISSUES OF CONNECTIONS are available at the Info Center and online at www.stpaulqc.org/connections-flyer.

THURSDAY, OCT. 298:45am Preschool 9:30 am Heart.Soul.Mind. Bible study5:15pm WELCA Bible study prep6pm Centering Prayer6:30pm Open Spirit ensemble7pm Private piano recital7pm Expand Our Vision committee7pm Mental Wellness panel

Printed copies of the Open Spirit service

order are available at the usher’s station.

THE REFORMATIONWhile October 31 may be most closely associated with the Halloween holiday, this day also holds significant mean-ing for the Protestant Church. On that day in 1517, Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses (statements) to the doors of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany. It was this act that helped begin the movement in world history known as the Reformation.

This time brought renewed convictions of faith that still influence our beliefs and practices today. This day holds sub-stantial meaning for Lutheran Christian theology. Yet, even as we celebrate the Reformation (the re-forming of the Church), we pray for unity among all Christians. Whether we identify as Ro-man Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, or still-figuring-it-out Christians, we all ground ourselves in the same Sav-ior. And we all seek to live out Christ’s goodness in the world.

St. Paul’s Mental Health Awareness Team will host two upcoming events – one a panel discussion on mental wellness, and the second a presentation on depression. Both are free and open to the public.

DISCUSSION ON MENTAL WELLNESS The first, this Thursday, Oct. 29, 7 p.m., will feature area mental health and spiritual leaders guiding a discussion on mental wellness. Presenters include Jeffrey Weyeneth, Becky Wiese, Christine Urish, and Pastor Sara Olson-Smith. They will share various ways to tend to our mental well-being.

PRESENTATION ON DEPRESSION The second is a presentation by Chris McCormick Pries, nurse prac-titioner and clinical director at Vera French Community Mental Health Center. She will lead Understanding Depression on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m., in the Chapel. Chris works throughout the community to provide mental health services for individuals, educators, counselors, and caregivers. Questions? Contact Sara Olson-Smith, [email protected].

Events to look at well-being, depression

F O C U S I N G O N MENTAL HEALTH

Pull up a chair as St. Paul proudly presents…your dinner.

Enjoy dinner and lively conversation at St. Paul homes throughout the area. Each guest will be asked to bring a dish to share. Hosts will be in contact with location and dish details in the days before the meal. The guest list will be a surprise until you arrive. Sign up to be a guest or host at stpaulqc.org/signups or at the Info Center by Monday, Oct. 26. Contact: Ann McGlynn, [email protected]

An all-St. Paul dinner partyFriday, Nov. 6, 6-9 p.m.

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DISCOVER & CONNECT

SUNDAY MORNING FELLOWSHIP: Please join others for coffee, doughnuts, juice, and conversation in the gathering areas on the main level.

A BLUE BOOK, “Welcome to St. Paul,” is situated in every pew near the aisle seat. Please take a moment to share your name and pass the book. As it returns to you, glance at other names and look for your chance to greet one another after worship. The warmth of your greeting can brighten the whole day.

NURSERY: We believe children belong in worship. But if your child needs a break, please assist other worshipers and seek out our staffed nursery in the “Kid’s Corner” in the Library Commons. Silent pagers available. For nursing moms, a designated room is available to you, just 20 feet left of the elevator.

CHILDREN: Children’s messages are a part of our Sunday services at 9:20 and 11:45. Special bulletins are available from an usher. Worship bags for chil-dren are at entrances to the Sanctuary.

COMMUNION: The Lord’s Table is open to believers of all Christian traditions.Adults and children who do not commune areinvited to come forward, crossing arms upon the chest for a blessing. Communion is distributed by a practice called intinction; please touch your wafer lightly to the wine. Gluten-free wafers are available at all stations. Grape juice is available on Sundays in the pottery chalice at the station furthest left.

FAITH RESOURCES: A library and the nonprofit Book Corner on the main level provide wonderful re-sources for growing your faith. Check them out.

MEMBERSHIP: A one-session Membership Inquiry Class is offered once each month for those interested in exploring what membership at St. Paul involves. The next opportunity will be on Thursday, Nov. 19, 6:30-9 p.m. OR Monday, Dec. 14, 6:30-9 p.m. Childcare is available on request. Sign up online at www.stpaulqc.org/signups, at the Info Center, or call 326-3547.

NEW TO ST. PAUL?

THIS SUNDAYkids & families SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES for ages 3 through 5th grade start a new unit, The Prodigal Son, this Sunday, Oct. 25. Children will engage their faith over the next five weeks using rotational activities like cooking, drama, Bible skill games, music, art and video. (Michelle Juehring, [email protected])TRUNK OR TREAT: Today, Oct. 25, 5-7 p.m. Food. Worship. Treating. Games. Sign up today by 3 p.m. for this night of family fun: stpaulqc.org/signups.PARENT GAME NIGHT: Friday, Nov. 13, 5:30-8 p.m. at St. Paul. Come for dinner and get ready to laugh out loud with other parents. After a delicious meal and witty conversation, we’ll break out the games and fun will be had by all. Childcare offered for a suggested dona-tion of $5/child or $10/family. Drop off at 5:15 p.m. in the nursery. Please either feed children dinner before they arrive, pack a sack dinner & beverage for them to eat in the childcare room, or bring supper and sit with your child in the library commons between 5-5:30. Register online at stpaulqc.org/signups by Wednesday, Nov. 11. (Sean Harless, [email protected])

youth 678 NIGHT: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 6:30-8 p.m. High-energy games. Fun. Togeth-erness. Great Bible studies. Campfire-style worship. This group for youth in grades 6, 7, and 8 usually meets on the fourth Wednesday, and throughout the year at special events. (Andy Langdon, [email protected])

adults COLLEGE SANDWICHES: College students, gather together for some lunch and conversation after Open Spirit wor-ship next Sunday, Nov. 1, 1-2:30 p.m. in

the Library Commons. (Zach Ebener, [email protected])GOING DEEPER: Mondays, Nov. 2 - 23, 5-6 p.m. in the Church House Living Room. Longing for deeper conversation about matters of faith? This group will make its way though Wearing God by Lauren Winner; book available in the Book Corner. Please have the first 90 pages read before the first session. (Lynn Batcher, [email protected])

WOMEN OF THE ELCA: All women of St. Paul are invited for fellowship, Bible study, and service to others. Meeting dates/times, onsite and offsite:Nov. 2: Deborah/Rachel, 9:15 a.m. (Shirley Schafnit’s home), Anna Afternoon, 12:30 p.m. (Kristi Fuller’s home)Nov. 3: Dorcas, 9:15 a.m. (Ardith Simms’ home); Sarah, 1:30 p.m. (St. Paul); Anna Evening, 6:30 p.m. (St. Paul)Nov. 5: Ruth, 12:30 p.m. (Vida Luth’s home)Contacts: Karin Hanson, [email protected]; Donna Naae, 386-8714.

CENTERING PRAYER: Thursdays, 6–7 p.m., Upper Level Room 203. Practice an ancient prayer form in which you will experience God’s presence within. Centering prayer does not replace other kinds of prayer, but is a discipline that allows a person to move beyond conversation to resting in God and communion with Christ. (Dick Jensen, [email protected])MOMS’ MORNING: Friday mornings, 9:30-11 a.m., in the Church House Living Room. Friendships form when mothers of young children get together. Moms’ Morning is an every-Friday- morning gathering that celebrates par-enthood with laughter, prayer, and mu-tual support. A Bible study is held once a month, and guest speakers visit once a month as well. Childcare provided for a small fee. (Sara Harless, [email protected])

OF SPECIAL NOTE

LEARNING FOR ADULTS (10:45-11:30 A.M.)▶ The psychology of happiness, part 1 of 2: People everywhere

are striving for happiness and asking key questions related to it. Take a look at those questions, and try out the evidence-based strategies designed to increase it. Jessica Schultz, assistant professor of psychology, Augustana College. In the Chapel.

▶ Luther in the Luther Loft, part 1 of 2: The church wielded a fast, firm, and merciless grip over 16th-century Germany. But Martin Luther issued a shocking challenge to their authority. Even when threatened with violent death, Luther refused to back down, sparking a revolution that shook the continent to its core. Documentary viewing and discussion. In the Luther Loft.

▶ Origins of liberation – A Study in Exodus: Examine the Book of Exodus, focusing on chapter 5, verses 1-23 with Pastor Amy Diller. In Room 208.

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LEARNING FOR KIDS & YOUTH (10:45-11:30 A.M.)▶ Ages 3 & Pre-K: Main Level▶ Grades K-2: Upper Level, Friendship Hall▶ Grades 3-5: Lower Level, Faith Trek area▶ Grades 6-12: Lower Level, Youth RoomsSUNDAY NIGHT LIVE (SNL), GRADES 9-12 (7:15-8:30 P.M.)SNL gathers every Sunday night at St. Paul. It’s a strong framework for high school youth to live, grow, and serve joyfully. (Andy Lang-don, [email protected], 326-3547 x228)

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For more info, visit stpaulqc.org/connect

NEXT SUNDAY▶ The psychology of happiness, part 2 of 2: In the Chapel.▶ Luther in the Luther Loft, part 2 of 2: In the Luther Loft.▶ Origins of liberation – A Study in Exodus: In Room 208.

TABLE GRACESThursday, Nov. 5, 5-7 p.m., Kitchen

Table Graces is a St. Paul ministry that provides “comfort food” at important life transitions – like the birth or adoption of a child or a recent hospitalization. Teams cook, assemble, and freeze meals in the church kitchen. Contact: Tammy Hermanson, [email protected].

NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUPSaturday, Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-12 noon

Grab a picker-upper and help pick up the St. Paul neighborhood. Supplies and snacks will be provided for this environmentally and community-minded crew.

Contact: Jules Irish, [email protected]

St. Paul people roll up their sleeves twice a year to donate blood for the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center. The blood col-lected will be sent to supply one of the 88 hospitals in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Wisconsin that relies on these donations.

Rumor has it that St. Paul has some of the best post-donation snacks and conversation around. To sign up to give, visit stpaulqc.org/signups.

Blood Donor DayWednesday, Oct. 28, 2-6:30 p.m.

A MARVELOUS GROUP OF NEW MEMBERS joins today, Oct. 25, at the 11:45 a.m. service. Look for them in the Gathering Area after worship. Be part of their welcome through your own hospitality. Thanks for doing the favor of wearing a nametag and taking an interest in others you may not know.

FAMILIES WITH SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN, stop by the Information Center to pick up a complimentary packet from last week’s Family Bible Study event. The packet contains everything you need for a fun, interactive family Bible study on the story of “The Boy at the Temple” (Luke 2:41-51).

SO ALL MAY EAT: Saturday, Oct. 31. St. Paul people cook meals at St. Paul and serve at the Salvation Army shelter at 6th and Harrison Streets in Dav-enport. The initiative is called So All May Eat. Cooks and servers are needed. Meet in the lower level kitchen at 2 p.m. for meal prep; 5 p.m. for food delivery and serving. Sign up at stpaulqc.org/signups. (Pastor Katy Warren, 326-3547 x232, [email protected])

A TASTE OF AUTUMN: Soup, cornbread (regular and gluten-free), and cook-ie mixes can be found for purchase in the Book Corner just in time for cooler weather. Come in and check out the selection of books, gift items, scarves, and our large selection of fair trade items. October is “Fair Trade Month.”

IT’S TIME TO FALL BACK! Be sure to set your clocks back an hour before going to bed on Saturday, Oct. 31.