Announcements (11-17-24)
Home.
Our last messages in this series are around holidays. Home is full of practices. Every home does things in certain ways. And that is great. We are specifically addressing practices of a Christian home.
Join us this fall as we discover Home. What changes if Christ dwells in your home? How can your home be a place of contentment and rest where others enjoy spending time? Together we will learn the practices of a Christian home.
Welcome
What an honor to have you here! If you are on campus, stop at the welcome center for a “Welcome Home” book with more details about St. Peter’s. We’d welcome you to call us your church home. Use the Connect Card in the seat back to let us know you were here.
If you are online or if we can serve you in some way complete the Digital Connect Card. We’d also be happy to send you a brief weekly email link to view the message,
Sit back, listen, participate, and enjoy yourself as you discover how to invite Christ into your home.
Pastor’s Bible Study
NO BIBLE STUDY TODAY SO WE CAN ATTEND THE VOTERS’ ASSEMBLY.
Come share some home traditions as you pick up some Biblical insights of homes of those who trusted God. Fill your home with blessing.
Everyone is invited. It is laid back, discussion based, you just need to be curious. No theological degree needed! We gather to learn from each other. We will meet from 10:45am-11:30am. Grab some coffee and a treat and come into the Discipleship Room and pull up a seat at a table. Bibles are provided.
Nov. Voters’ Assembly
Three times a year, the St. Peter’s family gathers to set direction for the future and to hear some ministry reports. We’d like to invite you to participate on November 17 after worship.
The Board will be putting forth an action item for approval. The roof is in need of replacement and a motion will be brought forward to finance the project with the Lutheran Church Extention Fund before all the funds are raised. This requires member authorization at the meeting.
The November Voters’ Assembly also includes the election of members of our Board of Directors, a group of five elected members responsible for the governance and leadership of areas of responsibility within St. Peter’s. The Board, working with the Staff, shall ensure that the Ministry Plan of the congregation will be implemented and sustained and shall be responsible for reporting on progress toward the Ministry Plan at the Regular Meetings of the Congregation. The Board members serve a 2-year term. We will be electing a Secretary and a Member-at-large for the January 1, 2024-December 31, 2026 term. We also need a Vice-President / Treasurer to fulfill a vacancy through the 2025 calendar year. A Nomination form is available below or a printed copy can be obtained at the Welcome Center. Descriptions of the positions are located on the form. You may also speak to congregational president Mark Wheeler or Pastor to verbally submit a nominee.
Red Letter Advent Challenge
Get ready for a powerful Advent journey unboxing the gifts Jesus wants you to both receive and give away: hope, peace, joy, and love.
Together, the St. Peter’s family journeyed through the Red Letter Challenge last Lent looking at the words Jesus spoke that are often Red in our Bibles. This Advent, we are going to enter into another life-changing Bible challenge complete with 25 daily readings; Sunday messages; Right Now Media videos; small group discussions; STP KIDS curriculum; family activities; and daily social media posts.
Be sure to pick up your copy of the book for your family this morning. The 25 readings begin Sunday, December 1.
Children’s Christmas Program
Attention parents! Please take a moment and complete the form below to provide information about STP KIDS participating in a Christmas Pageant this season. Let us know your availability for practices and the best day for your family to participate in the event. Our desire is that the next generation will discover hope & joy in Christ’s birth as Savior.
Operation Christmas Child
Tuesday, November 19, is the final drop-off day. (More boxes are available). St. Peter’s will be partnering with Operation Christmas Child to deliver great joy and the Good News of Jesus Christ to children all around the world through gift-filled shoeboxes. Each box, packed full of quality toys, school supplies,, and personal care items becomes a tangible expression of God's immense love for each child. For many, it is their first gift ever! You may also purchase items online and have the OCC team fill a box.
A Concordia St. Paul Christmas
You are invited to a worship celebration featuring the choral and instrumental ensembles of Concordia University, St. Paul (CSP) at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 7, at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Bloomington. This festival service features a seamless presentation of songs and hymns featuring CSP's Choral and Instrumental ensembles, and scripture readings centered around the Advent and Christmas seasons. The event is FREE with pre-reserved tickets. Reserve your tickets today at the link below or 1-866-488-4849. A freewill offering will be taken to support CSP Music.
For the Nation
Almighty God, You have given us this good land as our heritage. Grant that we remember Your generosity and constantly do Your will. Bless our land with honest industry, truthful education, and an honorable way of life. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion, from pride and arrogance, and from every evil course of action. Grant that we, who came from many nations with many different languages, may become a united people. Support us in defending our liberties, and give those to whom we have entrusted the authority of government the spirit of wisdom, that there may be justice and peace in our land. When times are prosperous, may our hearts be thankful, and in troubled times do not let our trust in You fail; through Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Thankful Hearts…
In response to God’s generosity in meeting our needs, we have the opportunity to respond to His goodness. If God has not blessed and provided for you, then you are off the hook! But if He has, why not share the blessing with others. And as you do, you will discover a whole new level of contentment and gratitude. Money back guarantee.
Check out the giving option on the website by clicking the button below. And if we can provide assistance or answer questions, but sure to let us know at info@stpetersedina.org.
Together we meet families at the intersection of faith and real life.
Upcoming Member Birthdays
Nov 17 - Eden Pitkanen
Nov 18 - Ling Yang
Nov 19 - Cameron Incitti
Nov 22 - Mardaline Vaye
Nov 23 - Julie Annen
Nov 23 - Lowell Kuhlman
Nov 27 - Paul Nagel