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St. Paul’s - Mar. 17th

Pastor Norval Kock reminds us to turn to our saving Lord with prayer, and it will be answered. For this reason, Christians are at peace and why we continue to do our work.

March Church Newsletter

In this church newsletter you will find the minutes from the latest Board of Education meeting and the Church Council.

St. Paul’s - Mar. 10th 2019

Pastor Mueller tells us to "Get a Grip" on a sympathetic Savior who was tempted with all the same temptations that we have, and so understands our situation and Graciously forgives us the same.

Ash Wednesday

“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross”

An instrumental duet will be playing "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" during Ash Wednesday worship - March 6 @ 6:30 p.m.

St. Pauls - Mar. 3rd 2019

Pastor Bode gives us a perspective from one of Jesus's disciples as he follows Jesus around Galilee and in doing so show's us Jesus's glory on this Transfiguration Sunday.

St. Pauls - Feb. 24th 2019

Pastor Bode tells us about our perfect loving Father. As Christians, we are to love others as God loves us. Luke 6:27-38

2019 Lent

Midweek Lenten services are a highlight every year for St. Paul's. It is a time we sense the days are getting longer as winter turns to spring. It is a time our souls yearn to see how Jesus lengthens our days with all that he endured. Each year we look more in depth at what Jesus did to secure salvation for us...

St. Paul’s - Feb. 17th, 2019

Pastor Mueller tells us what true trust is, the only trust that lasts, the only trust that works. Based on Jeremiah 17 and Luke 6.

St. Paul’s Monthly Minutes

In this monthly minutes you will find minutes from our Council Meeting, Board of Education Meeting and the Call Meeting. The March Church and School Calendars are also included.

St. Paul’s - Howards Grove

Pastor Mueller explains the importance of private and public ministry as God sends His imperfect witnesses to share His Good News.

St. Paul’s - Feb. 3rd 2019

Pastor Bode teach us from Luke 4 that Jesus's mission is to preach the good news of God to all towns, and we Christians should follow Christ in letting others know about God's Grace and good news.

St. Paul’s - Jan. 27th 2019

Pastor Mueller explains why Jesus is so much better than anything we could ever be promised since the Spirit is on Him to preach good news, to reset the calendar, and to enrich our lives. Based on prophesies in Isaiah 61 and the fulfillment in Luke 4.

St. Paul’s - Jan. 20th 2019

Pastor Bode uses the wedding at Cana in John 2 to tell us about our Savior, the great listener, the perfect provider, and our reliable Lord.

St. Paul’s - Jan. 13th 2019

Pastor Mueller uses 1 Samuel 16 to let us know that its not by outward appearance or human reasoning which determines a great leader. It is instead completely up to God, and we are comforted to know that He is in complete control.

St. Paul’s Silent Auction

St. Paul's Lutheran School hosts a Silent Auction every other year to raise funds for school needs. In the past, we have funded our new playground equipment, purchased new bleachers, upgraded technology and raised funds for our resource teacher position...

Monthly Minutes

In this monthly minutes you will find minutes from our Council Meeting, Board of Education Meeting and the Call Meeting. The February Church and School Calendars are also included.

Epiphany Anthem

Members Mike Olson and Luther Curia combine voices and Sue Vant Hul assists on percussion with Gillian Curia on piano to bring you the anthem "How Many Kings." Thank you all for your service to the Lord!

St. Paul’s - Jan 6th 2019

Pastor Bode tells that if we put Christ our King to the test, He will exceed all our expectations and lead us to praise the LORD. Base on 1 Kings 10:1-9 and Matthew 2:1-12.

2019 Bible Reading Plan

Start in the new year with a new Bible reading plan! This plan reads straight through the Bible and it only means the reader has a few chapters each day. You can download the sheets yourself and check off each day as you meet the reading assignment. God's richest blessings as you grow in his Word!

St. Paul’s - Dec. 30th 2018

Pastor Bode tells about Jesus's perfect childhood, and because of his perfect love for us we would like to be better christian's out of love and appreciation for Him.

The Yearning - Christmas Eve Anthem

Pastor Bode has been doing some fantastic work to nail down our licensing to be able to broadcast as much music as possible from our services. We finally have what we need. You can now visit our youtube page to see more if you like. But here is an anthem called 'The Yearning' which this group sang on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day Service

Permission to stream this music is obtained from CCLI with license #CSPL155743

Christmas Eve Service

Permission to stream this music is obtained from CCLI with license #CSPL155743

December Church Newsletter

This newsletter is packed full of information on all the upcoming events that are happening in the month of January. The office will be closed most of the week of Christmas and New Year's. Please call before making the trip to be sure someone is there to let you in. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Youth Musicians

These Christian young ladies will be serving the Lord and the members of St. Paul's this Sunday by using their musical gifts. What a joy to see our young people using their gifts to glorify our Emmanuel - God with Us!

St. Paul’s - Dec. 16th 2018

Pastor Mueller reminds us to always produce good fruit in keeping with repentance. As we look forward to celebrating our Savior's birth this Christmas, we should remain watchful for His return, based on teachings found in Luke 3.

St. Paul’s - Dec 9th 2018

Pastor Mueller reminds us that it only takes a voice to spread the Good News about our Savior. Based on the Gospel teaching in Luke 3.

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Worship Times

We pray you will join us to worship our great God and thank him for sending the Promised Messiah long ago. The gift of his son Jesus gives us the reassurance of forgiveness, the sure hope of eternal life, and lasting peace.

Children’s Christmas Service

Come and join us for this unique opportunity for the youth of our congregation to present the most amazing and beautiful piece of our world’s history: the birth of our Savior from sin, Jesus! Sunday, December 16 @ 4:00 p.m.

Ladies Aid Christmas Party

Every year on the second Thursday in December, the Ladies Aid comes together to enjoy a Christmas Party. The Commons area of our facilities is where we meet at 1:30 pm. There are several hymns along with a Bible study - all of which lasts about a half hour. Around 2 pm, the children of the school come and do various skits, songs, and presentations. These last 30-45 minutes.

St. Paul’s - Dec. 2nd 2018

Pastor Bode reminds us to have good posture so that we remain strong and prepared when our Savior returns. The signs for which Jesus informed us to watch for are all around us, based on Jesus's own teachings found in Luke 21.

Living Nativity Saturday Cancellation

The Living Nativity Committee has evaluated the weather for today, Dec. 1, 2018. While the weather isn't dangerous, the persistent heavy rain makes the conditions very poor for hosting the Living Nativity tonight. While some may brave the weather, the outdoor experience for both people and animals won't be enjoyable. This saddens all of us who have prepared and planned to serve you tonight. Please know that the weather tomorrow looks promising and the cookies, cider, and especially the good news about Jesus' birth awaits you tomorrow, Dec. 2nd from 4-7 pm. We hope to see you then!

First Week of Advent - 12/2/18

This Sunday marks the beginning of the new church year - the first week of the season of Advent. A men's group is preparing an anthem called "The Yearning" which describes believers waiting in darkness for Emmanuel (God with Us) to come.

Celtic Christmas Concert

When: Thursday, December 13 @ 7:00 p.m. Why: Take some time away from the hustle and bustle of the season to relax and refocus on the wondrous gift of our Savior Jesus. Enjoy the songs and carols of Christmas, played by The Lutheran Ceili Orchestra on traditional Irish instruments!

St. Paul’s - Nov. 25th 2018

Guest preacher Reverend Steven Wall talks about what kind of King we have, our King's sufferings and His victory on this Christ the King Sunday, based from John 18.

St. Paul’s - Nov. 22nd 2018 - Thanksgiving

On this Thanksgiving day, Pastor Bode reminds us how comparatively wealthy we truly are, and he reminds us that we should always be thankful to the Lord for all of our blessings, based from Luke 17.

St. Paul’s - Nov. 18th 2018

Pastor Mueller uses John 5 to comfort us with Jesus's promise of washing us clean with Jesus's own righteousness.

St. Paul’s Logo & Website

Find out more about the background, development, and usefulness of our new website!

November 2018 Church Newsletter

For devotion, news, Christmas concerts and special worship times. Please read the November newsletter.

Thanksgiving Music

It is a joy to see the youth of our congregation use their God-given gifts to praise their Maker! Chelseigh, a 6th grader at St. Paul's Lutheran School, is preparing a violin/piano duet with Gillian Curia for our Thanksgiving Worship services.

Branches Band

Branches Band, a WELS music group, will be enhancing our Worship at St. Paul's Sunday, November 18 & Monday, November 19. Click for more information!

St. Paul’s - Nov. 11th 2018

Pastor Bode talks about how God desires our hearts and will enrich the live of those who believe in him based on Jesus's teachings in Mark 12.

Choir Concert

Every year, the second Sunday of December we hold a special service called our Choir Concert. The service includes several choirs, a range of music, as well as instrumentalists. This service is a highlight every year for our congregation.

October 2018 Newsletter

Reformation services, gearing up for Living Nativity, and more. Please check out the October newsletter.

St. Paul’s - Nov. 4th 2018

Pastor Mueller encourages us that Christians have nothing to fear about death, based on John's writing in Revelation 20.

Special Music - 11/4/18

A Small group is preparing Selah's "When Love Was Slain" for Sunday, November 4.

Living Nativity

Come to St. Paul's Living Nativity and enjoy the retelling of the birth of Jesus Christ. Enjoy a 20 minute outdoor presentation. Then come inside for cookies, cider, and music!

St. Paul’s - Oct. 28th 2018

Pastor Bode speaks about how a Christian should view the signs of the end times based on Jesus's teachings in Mark chapter 13.

St. Paul’s - Oct. 21st 2018

Pastor Mueller discusses heavenly treasures and earthly wealth based on Jesus's teachings from Mark chapter 10.

St. Paul’s - Oct. 14th 2018

Pastor Mueller talks about how God wants us to have strong faith, like little children, and to bring our children to learn about Him, based on Jesus's teachings in Mark chapter 10.

St. Paul’s - Oct 7th 2018

Pastor Bode speaks about marriage from God's perspective based on Jesus's teachings in Mark chapter 10.