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Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story

“Each of you has been blessed with one of God’s many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gifts well.”

I Peter 4:1

Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a

dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Gospel Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier

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This handbook describes the many ministry opportunities available at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Some ministries are served through standing committees with regularly scheduled meetings. Some ministries are served on an as-needed basis. Some ministries are planned out 12 months in advance. Some ministries are planned the night before. Many just happen. Some ministries require more of a time commitment. Some ministries require working with your hands. Some ministries require working with your mouth. Some ministries require working with your brain…..All ministries require working with your heart.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Church Council

Standing Committees

Inreach and Outreach Ministries

Education Ministries

Worship and Music Ministries

Women’s Ministries

Fellowship Ministries

Administrative Ministries

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Church Council Church Council is the constitutional Board of Directors of St. Paul. The current members are: President; Tom Wilkinson, Vice President; Ryan Rackley, Secretary; Karla Kruse Treasurer; Bil Lyons. Other members are Phil Baden, Peg Kennedy, Jill Long, Lisa Michaels, and Gretchen Zody. The council meets collectively to direct the mission and the operation of the church on the second Monday night of each month. Each council member also serves as a liaison to one of the standing committees and attends that committee’s meetings. Each council member serves a two-year term and every December, four positions are up for election. Council members may run for a second two-year term, but may not serve more than two consecutive terms (four years total). The congregation is presented with a ballot as well as biographies of each person running for council. Members interested in running for council may speak with any council member for more details. Council members typically attend a day-long retreat each January, rotate assisting with communion and locking the building on Sundays, and support the ministries of the church as much as possible.

Standing Committees -Education and Youth This committee has several duties and functions. The first and primary function is to provide leadership and supervision to all programs of education including Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, Confirmation Training, and Adult Education. Included in this is the recruitment and training of teachers, as well as selecting the curriculum, in consultation with the Pastor. The staffing and care of the Nursery, as well as the church library also falls within the responsibilities of the Education Committee. The Education Committee coordinates the various levels of Christian education, including: Sunday School, VBS/LOMO camp, JYM, Confirmation Class, LYO, Adult Bible Studies, and Adult Forum. Education Committee meetings take place as scheduled, as well as subcommittee meetings when necessary. Committee Chairperson: Phil Baden, 614-207-9193, pbaden@robinenterprises.com

-Inreach-Outreach Steering Committee This committee focuses on the various “inreach” aspects of congregational life such as congregation growth, visitor welcome, new member assimilation and serving members with special needs or circumstances. The steering committee also guides the “outreach” ministries of St. Paul, such as the LSS Food Pantry, YWCA Family Shelter, Faith Mission, ASP, Crop Walk, and Kairos, which are explained in greater detail later in this handbook. The Steering committee is comprised of leaders of several of the ministries it oversees. Chairperson: Marilyn Lundquist, Marilyn.lundquist@gmail.com and co-Chairperson: Carol Rackley, carol@ryanrackley.com

-Worship and Music This committee, in cooperation with the Pastor, assists in all matters pertaining to the worship of the Congregation. The committee also assists and advises the choir director and organist in maintaining appropriate programs for music. The committee also organizes in the search of new choir and organist positions as needed, provides the care and cleaning for the choir and acolyte robes, and is responsible for the coordination, scheduling, and training of the lay worship leaders. This committee meets the third Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Committee Chairperson: Karla Kruse, kkkit929@aol.com, 614-738-1404

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-Stewardship and Finance This committee is responsible for promoting the scriptural principals of stewardship in the congregation, working to procure and use the gifts of the members according to the will of our Lord. A primary function of the committee is to prepare the operating budget in the Fall of each year as well as overseeing all financial matters of the church including banking and accounting for all funds. The committee plans and implements the annual stewardship campaign to encouraging pledging.. Anyone interested in finance and budgets, would be a great addition to this committee. Monthly meetings are held the third Monday of each month. Chairperson: Dennis Shreve, 891-9129, dhshreve@aol.com Scholarship is a sub-committee of Stewardship and Finance. This committee oversees the Scholarship Fund, intended to provide financial support for members of the congregation who are attending seminary. Contact: Jarry Crabb, 895-0535, jcrabb@columbus.rr.com

-Property and Building The Property Committee oversees the care and maintenance of the church property and duties include upkeep of the church grounds, maintenance of heating and cooling systems, organizing Spring and Fall clean-up sessions, maintenance of the security systems, and overseeing the janitorial staff. This committee meets on the third Monday of the month. Chairperson: Mike Roberts, 614,323-1195, bcmroberts@aol.com Interior Design is a sub-committee of the Property Committee. This committee oversees the purchase, appointment, and design of all furnishings by the church, as well as approval of any prospective donated items. This committee meets on an “as needed” basis. Chairperson: Edna Wickline, 614-882-7841

-Cemetery

This committee oversees the selling of plots, the actual burials of the deceased, and the general maintenance of the acreage. Chairperson: Jay Luft, 1-740-924-4359, jayandbarb@earthlink.net

-Technology This committee handles audio, video, IT support, telecommunications support and website administration. If you are interested in helping in any capacity, or would like to lend your expertise as a consulting resource, the committee would love your support! Chairperson: Stephan Schindehette, 614-895-3399, sschindehette@gmail.com

-Personnel and Administration This committee shall consist of a chairperson appointed by the Church Council, 4- 8 congregation members, the council liaison, Lead Pastor, and other committee chairpersons as appropriate. The duties and responsibilities of this committee are to make recommendations to the Church Council regarding policies related to employment at St. Paul, in collaboration with other committees. Chairperson: Beth Bickford, 614-891-4611, bbickford@sbcglobal.net

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MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

Inreach &-Outreach Ministries

Card Ministry: Cards of get well, sympathy, and congratulations are sent to members. This ministry touches those in time of need. Ministry Leader: Jane Schott, 614-882-4211, schottplace@aol.com Shut-in Visitation Our members that are in nursing homes are often not able to come to church. They love to have visitors! This ministry can be done independently to accommodate your schedule. Ministry leader: Marilyn Lundquist (614) 395-2249 or marilyn.lundquist@gmail.com

Needles & Hooks Ministry: began as the Prayer Shawl Ministry in January 2008. Members can knit prayer shawls and bring them to the basket in the narthex. Prayer shawls are given to members for comfort after a loss, during bereavement, illness and recovery, and during a stressful time. Needles & Hooks Ministry leader: Marilyn Lundquist (614) 395-2249 or marilyn.lundquist@gmail.com Helping Hands: The Helping Hands Ministry was created to help members of our congregation. They are ready, willing and able to help with a variety of household jobs, or tasks. If you or someone you know could use some friendly help, please contact You may also contact the church office. If you would like to be on the Helping Hands team, your participation would be greatly appreciated! Team members are contacted with various member needs, and if you can help with that particular job, great! If not, they check back as the job requests are submitted. No special skills needed, just a willingness to help! Ministry Leaders: Karen Kruse, jkrusefamily@hotmail.com, (614) 855-9897 or Don Moninger (614) 890-6503, donem@insight.rr.com

Mailbox/Greeting card Ministry: This ministry stocks and organizes the greeting card rack in the narthex near the member mailboxes. The purpose is to take a moment and write a card to a member experiencing happiness or sorrow, and place in their mailbox. Greeting card donations are greatly appreciated! Ministry Leader: Christina Sidebottom, o-side@att.net

Prayer Chains

Telephone chain: this important ministry activates four prayer chains. When members have special prayer requests, they are encouraged to notify the Prayer Chain leader. The leader will then activate all of the chains. The Prayer Chain only requires one call per person. Men are also invited to be a link in the chain. Ministry leader: June Takatch, 740-965-2937

E-mail chain: the leader of this chain simply sends out the prayer requests to the group via a group e-mail. No additional forwarding of the e-mail is required. Ministry leader: Lisa Michaels, kmichaels@spry.net

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College Connectors: The intent of this ministry is to keep in contact with our SPLC college students, via US mail, at least twice during their school year, to let them know their church family is thinking about them. Typically the adult “connector” sends a small package with some treats, or a small gift card. We supply the connector with pertinent information re: the student’s schedule and likes. We are always in need of connectors. Ministry Leader: Tracey Moyer, traceymoyersplc@gmail.com Stephen Ministers: Stephen Ministers are trained to be lay caregivers. They provide one-to-one Christian care to the bereaved, hospitalized, terminally ill, separated, divorced, unemployed, relocated and others facing a crisis or life challenge. To become a Stephen Minister, one must attend the 50-hour training session, which typically takes place over a 20 week period, one night per week. After completing the training course, the Stephen Minister is matched with a care-receiver with whom they meet about one hour per week. The Stephen Minister is there to listen, pray, and provide support for as long as the care receiver needs. Training Course Ministry Leader: Mary Lou Owens, 614-946-2314, mowens1002@yahoo.com. YWCA Family Center: This ministry serves homeless families from the central Ohio area at the YWCA Family Shelter on 5th Avenue near the I-670 interchange. Volunteers from St. Paul will provide the meal, serve dinner, eat with the families and then spend some time with the families doing an activity. The time period is 5:15 until 8:30p.m. St. Paul volunteers are asked to serve this ministry approximately six times per year. The scheduled dates will be posted as soon as they are available, and sign-up sheets will be posted in the Narthex in a timely manner. At this time, we serve the first Friday of the month, the even months of the year. Ministry Leaders: this is a team of leaders for the various components: Deb Rogers, Brian Lehner, Harold Kruse, Jim Tiedt. See sign-up in narthex. Faith Mission: This ministry feeds homeless men in the central Ohio area. Serving meals to the men is a project of Lutheran Social Services. It has been supported by St. Paul for many years. St. Paul volunteers cook and serve the meal four times per year. The serving dates are usually the third Thursday evening in the months of February, May, August, and November. Volunteers are asked to donate money for the food that we prepare, or donate cookies. A volunteer group of servers meet at the church by 5:30 p.m. to pick up the prepared food and car pool to the Faith Mission. If a volunteer wants to meet the others at the Mission, instead of carpooling from the church, just let the group know, and be at Faith Mission by 6:45pm. Sign-up sheets for this ministry will be posted and announcements made in a timely manner before each serving date. Ministry Leaders: Servers: Phil Baden, 614-207-9193, phil.baden@yahoo.com/ Food preparation: Karen Bachman 740-965-1123, Sue Shreve, 614-891-9129 Appalachian Service Project (ASP): ASP is a Christian ministry, open to all people, that fosters human development by addressing the housing needs of Central Appalachia. Members of St. Paul traditionally go on a one-week trip to one of the service centers, spending the week working on substandard housing during the day, and enjoying fellowship with other Christians during the evening programming, facilitated by the ASP staff. High school and college-aged members are strongly encouraged to participate in this important ministry. The 2013 trip was in July. Ministry Leader: Don Moninger, 890-6503, donem@insight.rr.com OSU Star House: This is a facility operated by the OSU Department of Education & Human Ecology that provides a daytime respite for homeless youth. On two Wednesdays a month, we supply sack lunches for 30 young people at the facility. Members can donate simple items such as peanut butter, bread, and apples. The lunches are assembled in the church kitchen on the Tuesday evenings prior. Ministry Leaders: Jim and Judy Tiedt, 614-891-4413, jimjudytiedt@aol.com

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CROP Walk: This annual event every October, raises money for food and resources for third world countries. This event takes place nationally and is sponsored by Church World Services. Westerville area churches participate as a group, and compete to raise the most money. St. Paul has won the “Golden Sneaker” award twice, raising the most money! Volunteers collect pledges per mile and everyone meets and does a six or three mile walk through Westerville on a mid-October Sunday afternoon. Ministry leader: Candy Haugtvedt, 882-0365, chaugtvedt@gmail.com

Education Ministries and Opportunities

Sunday School: SPYKids means “St. Paul Youth: Kids Investigating Divine Stories”. Classes are currently offered for pre-school age through 5th grade, based on the Rotation format. Those wishing to teach Sunday School fulltime, or to serve as an SpyKids Activity Leader for a few weeks, are always welcome! Experience is not required and, if desired, training is offered. SpyKIDS classes start the second Sunday in September, and end in May. SpyKIDS Lead Coordinator; Terry Bull, tbull89@icloud.com Confirmation Class: Classes are held for 6th-8th graders on Sunday evenings and Sunday mornings. Classes cover the Bible and Luther’s small Catechism. These classes are designated to prepare the youth for claiming the promises made at Baptism as their own. In addition to classes, the Junior High Youth usually meet monthly for a fun activity. Camping, retreats, and other activities are part of the offerings for the youth. Confirmation Class Leaders: Pastor Jon, jon.bull@stpaulwesterville.org; Peg Kennedy, whitewove3@aol.com and Phil Baden, phil.baden@yahoo.com 4:12 is the High School youth program, based on Timothy 4, verse 12. This active group includes weekly Sunday School sessions, Sunday night meetings with food and games,monthly meetings and special activities such as ASP trips, ELCA Youth gathering, and other outings for service and fun. “Youth Supporters”, are welcome, whereby adults, who enjoy teenagers, are encouraged to participate in the 4:12 events and spend time with the teens. Youth Activity leaders: Lee Boone, 740-501-0241, thelee43@hotmail.com and Winnie Maze, 288-3304, winniemaze@att.net Vacation Bible School / LOMO Day Camp: VBS is held each summer. Plans begin to shape in the winter with a theme and format selected. VBS is for the Pre-School aged children, and is mornings only. LOMO Day Camp is elementary-aged children and is from 9a-3p. We currently incorporate our VBS within the week-long LOMO day camp. Parents are encouraged and needed to participate. The Planning Committee starts meeting in the winter, watch the bulletin for dates and details. VBS and Day Camp Volunteer sign-up charts as well as registration information is available in May. LOMO Day camp Ministry Leader: Martha Tickel, 614-895-8990, mtickel01@yahoo.com; VBS ministry leader: Jill Long, jilllong67@gmail.com

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Easter Egg Hunt: this fun event is held the Saturday morning before Easter for pre-schoolers – 9 year olds. The hunt is held outside in the church yard, weather permitting, or inside if inclement weather. A time of crafts and games follows the hunt. Ministry Leaders: Martha and Lisa Tickel, 614-895-8990, mtickel01@yahoo.com

Puppet Posse: The Posse is open to all middle and high school youth, no puppet experience is necessary. The Puppet Posse uses their hands to share the Good News message during special Sunday School presentations, VBS, at local nursing homes and in the community at large. Practices are on Sundays from 5pm-6pm. Puppet Posse Ministry Leader: Winnie Maze, 280-3304, winniemaze@att.net Adult Education:

Adult Forum: meets Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. The class is designed for Adult Bible Studies and other related topics. A variety of leaders will offer subjects throughout the year. Bible study participants are welcome to bring up ideas for future studies. Leader: Jay Luft

Bible Discussions for Today’s World: meets Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. This informal group uses a guide book, and will discuss how the Bible applies to our lives today. Leaders: Kathleen and Phil Gross, 898-3127, katgro55@aol.com Swing and a Prayer: this group meets on Wednesday mornings at 6:45 am, currently at IHOP on State Street at Maxtown. They eat breakfast, share in devotion and prayer, and then play a round of golf, weather permitting. All are invited! Ministry Leader: Mike Roberts, 855-1473, bcmroberts@aol.com

Bible Study: Bible studies are offered on Thursday mornings from 10:00 am-12 noon. Usually led by the Pastors, a variety of series are offered. All are welcome to join the group for study, fellowship, worship and prayer.

Church Library: the church library works on a self check-out system. It is open to all members and friends of St. Paul. Children’s books, special interest, family reading and videos, historical publications, and great reading can be found. All donated material must be approved by the ministry leader. Those interested in helping maintain the beautiful library, please contact: Judy Castor, 475-8106.

Worship and Music Ministries

Altar Guild: The Altar Guild are servants of the Liturgy, caretakers of the church’s worship life. The overall goal is to keep the worship space beautiful and in good order. The Guild is responsible for seeing that the chancel and its furnishings are kept clean and free of clutter. Three members of Altar Guild are assigned two-weeks at a time in which they prepare routine procedures before each service such as: arranging the candles, preparing the elements for Holy Communion, Baptism, Weddings, or Funerals, stripping and decorating the Altar for Easter, cleaning after Holy Communion and Baptism, taking home small linens to wash before the next service. The time commitment is usually three or four Sundays per year, with a three or four person team dividing the duties for each Sunday. Set up for Communion can be performed anytime between Friday and Sunday morning, and clean-up can be

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performed after Services on Sunday or Monday at the latest. This ministry is perfect for those with a hectic schedule as there is flexibility and no meetings. Ministry Leader: Deb Wallace, 614-805-9986, deb@warmwesterville.org Altar Flowers: are donated weekly by members of the congregation to commemorate various occasions. The annual sign-up chart is posted in the Narthex. The ministry leader will contact the donors as to the flower selection and wording of bulletin announcement. Ministry Leader: Jane Schott, 614-882-4211, schottplace@aol.com

Worship Assistants: A list of willing volunteers to be lectors (readers), greeters, communion assistants, and ushers is maintained by the church office, and are selected on a rotating basis. Lectors are assigned one week at a time, whereas greeters and ushers are assigned for an entire month. Lectors will receive the readings in their mailboxes prior to the assignment. Greeters simply need to arrive at the Sanctuary entrance 15 minutes prior to worship service start time. The communion assistants’ and ushers’ duties are a bit more involved, and training will be given as needed. Please contact Velda Wise in the church office if interested in helping with Worship. 882-7601, stpaulwesterville@gmail.com Communion Bread Baking: We make our own gluten-free communion bread, following a specific recipe. The bread is baked in the church kitchen, and frozen for use for the month. We have teams of two bakers. There will periodically be a class offered for those interested in participating in this ministry. Ministry leader: Cathy Beckett, cathjbeck@insight.rr.com, 614, 891-2228 Adult Choir: The St. Paul Choir is under the direction of Jennifer Shively. It is a volunteer choir of those who love to praise God with their voices. The choir continues to grow at St. Paul and in addition to the regular services of worship, the choir is active in special services such as Palm Sunday, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve. The choir rehearses at 6:30p.m. on Wednesday evenings. Music Director: Jennifer Shively, ddsjrs@msn.com; 614-901-9844 Praise Team: This group of musicians provides musical leadership for the 9:15 a.m. Praise and Worship service and other church gatherings. The 9:15 a.m. service offers a contemporary style, featuring the latest in Christian music, as well as old gospel favorites. The Praise Team, which includes both vocalists and instrumentalists, such as electronic keyboard and guitars, currently rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 8pm. Ministry Leaders: Mike Strohminger, 614-895-7271, mstrohminger55@gmail.com and Marleen Schiefer, 614-855- 0228, ranmarsch@hughes.net Handbell Choir: For experienced ringers, this ministry offers music for worship services on many occasions throughout the year. The Handbell Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Ministry Leader: Judy McLeod, 614-523-2015

Women’s Ministry Opportunities

There are many ministry opportunities that specifically focus on the ministry needs, outreach and educational opportunities for the women in the congregation. There are two general gatherings per year, in the Spring and Fall, that include a speaker regarding issues that affect women. The Women’s Ministry Group also heads up the annual Easter morning breakfast in the Fellowship

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Hall, and a Mother-Daughter event. Watch the bulletin for details of these events. Ministry Leaders: Jean Forsythe,614-891-4262, fforsythe1056@att.net and Marilyn Debelius, 740-965-5565, marilyndebelius@yahoo.com There are also monthly circles that include a meeting and Bible study:

Rachel Circle: meets at 12:30p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month. Leader: Cathy Beckett, 614-891-2228 Sarah Circle: meets at 9 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month. Leader: Rowena Wickline, 614-885-1596 Miriam Circle: meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 2:45p.m. Leader: June Baden, 614-882-7244

Lutheran Social Service Food Pantry: LSS has been providing food to families in need since 1927 and are now one of the largest pantries in Central Ohio. The five pantries serve over 93,000 hungry people, with 40% being children. This ministry also sponsors the Mitten Tree and small Christmas gift bags during the holidays. Canned good are constantly collected and kept on the shelves in the lower level by the elevator. The collected items are periodically delivered to the Frebis and Champion Avenue pantry for distribution. St. Paul volunteers serve several times per year. The primary function is to distribute an emergency three-day supply of food to persons/families who are waiting on other assistance. Serving dates will be announced in the bulletin and posted on the narthex bulletin board.Ministry Leaders: Edna Wickline, 614-882-7841 and Jim and Judy Tiedt, jimjudytiedt@aol.com Prayer Partners: Annually, participants are randomly “assigned” a secret prayer partner to pray for throughout the year. The only requirement is to pray for that person. Partners may choose to send their prayer partner a card or give a small gift, however this is not a requirement. Prayer partners are then revealed at the annual brunch at which time new secret prayer partners are assigned for the upcoming year. The Prayer Partner brunch and assigments usually takes place on a Saturday morning in February or March. There is a mailbox letter that gives details in advance of the brunch. Ministry Leader: Becki Wilke, 614-891-1443, beconbrule@sbcglobal.net

Piece and Sew: This WELCA ministry meets every Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until noon, except for the second circle Wednesday of each month. The group makes various charitable projects for those in need. Past items have included lap robes, neck pillows, book bags, walker bags, and quilts. The group also makes baby and youth blankets to welcome new children into the families of St. Paul members. The seamstresses welcome any helping hands or donations of materials (bed sheets, yard goods for backings, backing materials). Occasionally, this group puts away their needle and thread and enjoys a potluck or outing together! Ministry Leader: Barb Luft, 1-740-924-4359

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FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Hospitality: This group helps organize and serve at the many St. Paul fellowship events that involve food! Some of the regular events are: the New Member reception, Confirmation Class reception, Consecration Sunday, funeral luncheons, and Sunday morning coffee service. There are no regular meetings, the team is just notified before an upcoming event, to see who is available to help. Helping hands are always needed for this important and fun contribution to our fellowship. Ministry Leader: Sue Shreve, 614-891-9129

--Funeral luncheons: Provided after the funeral of a St. Paul member, should the family desire. These meals are served in the fellowship hall. Members are asked to provide the side dishes, such as potatoes, salads, and desserts. Help is always welcome for serving at the meal, or donating a side dish. Ministry Leader: Sue Shreve, 614-891-9129

Seniors Activity Group: This group plans a different outing or event each month. The events take place during daylight hours, for ease of driving. Different seniors head up each month’s outing. Please watch the bulletin and the narthex bulletin board for monthly updates and the sign-up sheet for the next event. All seniors are invited and non-seniors too! Ministry co-leader: Jane Schott, 614-882-4211, schottplace@aol.com Triangles: Triangles is a small-group fellowship opportunity for adults. Couples and singles may sign-up on a quarterly basis, and will be assigned to a “Triangle” consisting of four or five other members. The “Triangle” will then meet on a monthly basis, for three consecutive months, for a social outing, such as dinner, sporting event, picnic, theatre, or whatever the group may choose to do. The goal is to have fun and to get know the people in your “Triangle”. Sign-up sheets will be posted in the Narthex. Ministry Leader: Cathy Beckett, 614-891-2228, cathyjbeck@insight.rr.com SPF 365: Fellowship opportunities, including Mom’s Night Out, Sippy Cup events targeted to families with young children, Parent’s Night Out and Men’s Night Out. Stay tuned to the bulletin for upcoming events. Most events are held on a monthly rotation. Ministry Leader: rotates each month, watch the Sunday bulletin for details of upcoming gatherings! Adult Dinners Out: Once a month, rotating between Monday and Tuesday evenings, a group from St. Paul eats together at a local restaurant! The restaurant changes every month. The sign-up poster is in the narthex, and includes map to the restaurant. All adults are invited! Ministry Leaders: Kathleen and Phil Gross, 898-3127, katgro55@aol.com Men’s Breakfast: The men of St. Paul meet on the second Saturday of each month at 8 a.m. at the church for food, fun, fellowship and faith enrichment. A different team of chefs show off their culinary talents each month. Another volunteer leads the group in devotions and discussion each month. On average, between 20 and 30 men attend each month. Just show up hungry and compliment the chefs, regardless if you like the food! Ministry Leader: Mike Roberts, bcmroberts@aol.com Golf Outings: Each year, outings are organized at local golf courses and the golfers play a scramble. A scramble format is less formal and allows each team to choose which shot to use for the next stroke, taking pressure off of the beginning golfers. Typically there is an outing in the spring, summer, and fall. Sign-up sheets will be in the narthex and announcements in the bulletin in a timely manner. Ministry Leader: Phil Baden 614-207-9193, phil.baden@yahoo.com

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SPLC Endowment Fund St. Paul established an Endowment fund in 2010. The purpose of this fund is to enhance the mission outreach of St. Paul Lutheran apart from the general operation of the congregation. The fund distributions will be for special mission projects within St. Paul, mission outreach within the community and synod, missions of the ELCA, both in the US and worldwide, and capital improvements, debt reduction and cemetery maintenance at St. Paul. It was created as a vehicle to encourage and facilitate planned giving and to contribute to the stability of the future of the church. It is administered by a separate Endowment Fund Committee. The committee has 5 members who are elected for staggered 3 year terms at the same time as the annual council elections. Current Chairperson: Steve Moyer, moyerlaw@rrohio.com

Administrative Ministries Office Assistants: This ministry helps our church secretary in the office. Currently, assistants are needed to help with the copier on Thursday mornings when the bulletins are prepared, and also needed for simple data input on a flexible basis. Extra hands are always needed around Christmas and Easter. Ministry Leader: Velda Wise, St. Paul Secretary, 614-882-7601, stpaulwesterville@gmail.com Counters: This ministry is in charge of counting the weekly offering. They typically meet on Monday mornings. There are usually 4 or 5 teams of 3 or 4 counters, and each team has a captain. The teams rotate their schedules and generally count two consecutive weeks, every 10 weeks. Ministry Leader: Richard Martin, 614-855-6874, Richard_martin@ameritech.net

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What will be YOUR ministry? Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck Fixing a faucet Ringing a bell Teaching a Bible story Painting a wall Reading the Gospel Sending a card Washing a dish Pitching a tent Giving a ride Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Folding a chair Singing a song Baking a cookie Pouring coffee Beating a drum Praying for a friend Praying for a stranger Stuffing an envelope Walking a mile Serving a meal Sewing a stitch Shaking a hand Running a copier Loading a truck

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