news week of 12-10-2023

12/8/2023 - The Multipurpose room was also decorated reflecting the joy of the season.  Thank you to all who were part of this process.
12/7/2023 - The S@SP (Singles at St Paul) met tonight and we celebrated our time together.  Lauren joined us tonight. Come and join the faithful conversation
12/7/2023 - Bill Kimball stopped by today to talk about being a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church - Alpena. Please pray for him and celebrate his decision.
12/7/2023 - Thanks to Dana Howard for his efforts within the church and our Boy Scout Troop and for the gift of these American flags (4).
12/7/2023 - We celebrate Chris Lozen for her efforts with stain glass in support of the RACK M (Random Acts of Caring/Kindness Ministry). Well done good and faithful servant.
12/7/2023 - Joanne and Sue are working hard wrapping gifts for the children attending  St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church - Alpena and they are working in the office ensuring our administrative issues are handled. Their efforts are making a difference for us all. Please thank them and keep them in your prayers.
12/7/2023 - A huge shout out to Dennis Werner for his help with the financial process at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church - Alpena. His efforts/instruction will help guide us in this important area of ministry.
12/7/2023 - The 3M (Men in Motion for Ministry) gathered this morning, and we sang in JJ's "Prepare the Way of the Lord." No, we were not ejected. We discussed being prepared in life. Come and join the faithful conversation.
12/7/2023 - Amelia received her Taste From Home Ministry package. Please keep all of our military members in your prayers.
12/7/2023 - The Property Committee met last night to discuss some very important issues. Please keep these leaders in your prayers.
12/6/2023 - Ryan stopped by for his daily visit and he is really proud of the Michigan Wolverines Football team.   Please keep him in your prayers.
12/6/2023 - Our Bible Study, "God is Love," inspired us to discuss this gift of God and to share our love with one another. Come and join us next week and I pray God's love will transform your life.
12/6/2023 - The Advent Worship service proclaimed the Hope of Jesus Christ to a world that truly needs to hear this profound message. Come and join us next week and watch today's service on Facebook or our App. I pray you find hope today in our savior.
12/6/2023 - The Advent Luncheon today was a celebration of food, fun and fellowship. Thanks to the Ministry Committee for their dynamic support of this event.
12/6/2023 - The decorations are up and they look amazing. Thanks to everyone who participated.
12/6/2023 - The Breakfast Belles prepared to meet the day today with the hope of Jesus sustaining them. We spoke about being prepared for Jesus and how this process of preparation guides how we live each day. Come and join the faithful conversation.
12/6/2023 - Military Service member Rachael Mayes received her package from the "Taste From Home Ministry Team." Please be in prayer for all of our Military service members, deployed or at home station, as they protect our freedoms.
12/5/2023 - Thanks to the Education Ministry Team that gathered together tonight. Please keep these leaders in your prayers.
12/5/2023 - Thanks to the decoration Ministry Team that did an outstanding job today. Great to see so many people participate in this worthwhile ministry endeavor. May the Spirit of the Christ Child inspire your actions everyday.
12/5/2023 - Ryan stopped by for his daily visit.  He was happy about Michigan, the Lions and his favorite Wrestler - Braun. Please keep him in your prayers.
12/5/2023 - Visited with Nancy this afternoon and she wishes everyone a Merry Christmas. The tree is in the process of being decorated...
12/5/2023 - The Forget Me Nots gathered today for lunch and offered joy to the people there through song. Please keep all of these leaders in your prayers.
12/5/2023 - Jimmy working hard in the nursery and on kitchen items. Thanks for your hard work.
12/5/2023 – Thanks to Esther and Andrea and the entire Christmas Bazaar Ministry Team for their gift to St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church - Alpena. The success of this event proclaims a message of hope in a world that needs to hear it.
12/5/2023 – The Girl Scouts of St. Paul Ev. Lutheran St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church - Alpena wrapped gifts for the Vietnam Veterans and took along some donations from the Christmas Bazaar Ministry Committee to help people in need. Laura Peterson is shown presenting Tammy Kish, hats and mittens. Thanks to the Christmas Bazaar Ministry Team for their generosity and to the Vietnam Veterans who presented these items to the children!
12/3/2023 – Pastor John and Miss Nena hosted the Church Council, staff and office volunteers who gathered tonight for a celebration of the season. Songs and stories were shared that inspired us as we serve Jesus. A wonderful time.
12/3/2023 – The season of Advent is a time of preparation. We rejoice in the sounds and signs of this special season. The Christmas Tree is being assembled this morning/afternoon and we rejoice with everyone who is part of this process.
12/3/2023 – The season of Advent is a time of preparation. We rejoice in the signs of this special season and our new members, Lacie Bushey and Milton Paquette. Please keep them in your prayers.
12/3/2023 – The season of Advent is a time of preparation. We rejoice in the sounds and signs of this special season.
12/3/2023 – We celebrate our Stephen Ministry program today with the addition of two Stephen Leaders, Shirley Jones and Sue Keyes. Please keep them in your prayers.
12/3/2023 – Our Servant Leaders make a difference every day. One Servant Leader for the month of December is Bob Laity.
12/3/2023 – Our Servant Leaders make a difference every day. One Servant Leader for the month of December is Phil Wickstrom.
12/1/2023 – Met with Bill Rayment today to celebrate ministry. Please keep the people of God in your prayer.
12/1/2023 – The building is being repaired today. Awesome work.
12/1/2023 – Had a sacred visit with Margie Hoppe and her daughter Linda today in her new care facility. Please keep her in your prayers.
12/1/2023 – Had a sacred visit with Dana today at her home. Please keep her in your prayers.
12/1/2023 – Had a sacred visit with Phylis Robb and her daughters today at Medilodge on Golf Course Road. Please keep her in your prayers.
12/1/2023 – Had a sacred visit with Gere Romel and her daughter today at Medilodge on Golf Course Road. Please keep her in your prayers.
12/1/2023 – Had a sacred visit with Doris Siegert today at Medilodge on Golf Course Road. Please keep her in your prayers.
12/1/2023 – Had a sacred visit with Annie Olsen today at Medilodge on Long Rapids Road. She would love a visit. Please keep her in your prayers as well as her care givers (Amy Wickstrom).