LADIES AID - Tuesday,  July 5, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Please join us again on Tuesday, July 5 at 11:00 a.m.

No report from the June 7 meeting.

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HEADLINES

Reminder - St. Peter now accepts electronic checks

Many people pay their bills on-line, and would prefer the convenience of electronic banking instead of donating at the collection plate.  For more details about the process, go to the St. Peter website at:

       http://stpeterwalburg.org/egiving.html

GATHERING & STUDY Opportunities

St. Peter hosts three weekly study opportunities.

SUNDAY MORNINGS, beginning at 9:00 AM: Debbie leads a weekly Adult Bible Study in the education building. All members and visitors are invited to join.

PASTOR’S STUDY CLASSES: Classes will resume in the Fall. Have a great summer!

Sunday Worship Services - 10:15 AM

St. Peter Lutheran Church, in conjunction with state, national and county guidelines, has resumed in-person worship services and adult Bible classes. We urge anybody who is not feeling well to stay home. The planned service schedules can be found on the SERVICES page on this website. We hope to see you soon!

                                                 Church Office Hours

 Church Office Hours:                     Tuesday        9am - 1pm

                                                          Wednesday  9am - 1pm

                                                          Thursday       9am - 1pm

Golden Oldies’ Lunch - Noon on 1st Tuesday
Next Meeting on July 5, 2022 at Noon

The Golden Oldies meet on the first Tuesday of each month, at Noon. Fellowship will start with a noon potluck meal, followed by dominoes. Invite a friend and join in the fun,
food and fellowship.       – Fellowship Committee

  St. Peter Quilters meet on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join the St. Peter Quilters. Bring a lunch. Masks are allowed but not required. Notice the new schedule. Effective in April, they meet on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Watch for notices about their noon Bible studies. Please join them.

Next Council Meeting will be Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

JUNE 14, 2022 COUNCIL MEETING NEWS…

•   Prayer concerns were addressed; home visits and calls noted.
•  May expenditures less income left a negative balance for the month of $1,303.81.  Benevolence funds were sent to the LCMC and the LCMC Texas District.  Balance sheet show that we are down $9,551.98 from this time last year.
• The Worship Committee discussed upcoming plans for Worship Services; selected hymns through August, and chose not to meet in July.
• Vacation Bible School will be held at the Sunny Creek Mobile Home Park, July 25 - 27, 2022 from 9 - 11:30 a.m., with a Garden of Eden theme.  A special "Thank You" to our volunteers.
• All noted Fire Safety violations have been corrected, and a letter of compliance has been received from the Fire Marshall.
• Received a $335.63 bid to replace the special glass in the gym door.  Checking with insurance for coverage.
• The purchase of the new office computer and the sound system for the gym are still in process.
• A project is underway to get a St. Peter logo on koozis for bottles or popsicles, which will be passed out in a public place on the 4th of July.  
• The LCMC Texas Gathering will be held in Victoria July 29 - 30, 2022.  The Council approved 2 $65.00 registration fees for anyone who would like to attend.  The Council also approved the request for a plaque, in memory of Barbara Leschber, to be placed on her parent's grave marker; approved a farewell potluck for the Curriers on July 10, 2022, which has since been changed to July 17, 2022.
• With the church reconvening for in person corporate worship, the Church Council wants to remind everyone of the importance of church membership.  As such we are reminding you that being a member of St. Peter means, annually: attending at least four worship services, partaking of Holy Communion at least four times, and giving your tithes or offerings at least four times.  As we get back to normal, these three activities, spelled out in our church's Constitution, can help St. Peter get back on the road.

Worship Committee – August 9, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

The worship committee met on June 14 to discuss plans for the summer months. Hymns were picked thru August 28th.

We need backup personal for the technical equipment that is necessary for all services.  Allen C is leaving in July so we need help on the sound system. Dick B has been doing a wonderful job with the computer slides but he would not mind having an occasional Sunday off. To volunteer for training, please let a Worship Committee member know.  (Members are Allen C, Bonnie W, Mary B and Kathy B).

A flower chart is located outside Sharon's office so if you would like to sign up for a special occasion please place you name on the chart.

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, August 9th at 5:00 PM, if you would like to participating in planning the services for St Peter please join us.  (We will be one member short starting in July so please prayerfully consider joining us,)

Fellowship and Outreach Update

FAREWELL POT LUCK: As much of you are aware by now, Carolyn and Allen C are moving to Colorado. On Sunday, July 17th after our 10:15 church service St. Peter will host  a farewell pot luck lunch for them.

Please bring a food dish to share – a salad, meat or dessert of your choice. Then join us to offer them God’s blessings on their new adventure.

- Fellowship & Outreach Committee, Elaine S

Ladies Domino’s on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 1:00 p.m.

We will host Ladies dominoes on the 3rd Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.
Finger foods will be provided. Invite a friend and join in the fun and fellowship.

— Fellowship Committee

Vacation Bible School 2022

at the Sunny Creek Mobile Home Park, July 25-27 from 9-11:30 am

St. Peter will again hold its VBS at the Sunny Creek Mobile Home Park Office.

REGISTRATION is going on now, if anyone knows of a child who would like to attend VBS, please pick up a registration form at the entrance of the education building and return to Elaine S or the church office. Share Bible stories, arts & crafts, music, snacks and more.

THEME: "Great Big Beautiful World":  Discover God's love for all the creation and be challenged to be part of caring for and preserving the created world.              

WHEN, WHERE AND TIME: VBS is going to be held on July 25, 26 and 27 from 9:00 - 11:30 am. At the Sunny Creek Office 394 FM 972 Georgetown. This is the same location as prior years, but with a different business name.

WHO: We welcome all children, ages 6 and up. The children living at the mobile home park are our target audience, but we welcome all children.

Volunteer & Planning Meeting - July 6 at 10:00 a.m.

Our next VBS planning meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 6 at 10:00 at the St. Peter Education Builiding. Adult volunteers are needed. All adult helpers and participants are encouraged to attend and must undergo an online background check through the Church office.

VOLUNTEERS are still needed and welcomed. There is a sign- up sheet at the entrance of the education building. You can sign up for all three days or a single day. Many hands makes for light work.  

SET-UP & MOVING DAY'S: We have permission to move tables, chairs, TV and supplies over to Sunny Creek on Friday, July 22 at 2:00 pm. On the last day, Wednesday, July 27th we will need to move everything back to church around 12:00 noon. Help is appreciated.   

COVID PRECAUTIONS: Hand soap and sanitizer will be available and encouraged to us. Mask will be optional.   

PRAYERS: Please pray that every person has an encounter with the Gospel message and grows in their walk with Christ. Please pray for protection against the schemes of the enemy and that all will stand firm and put on the Full Armor of God. And if the Lord is willing, that the weather will be cooler.

For the glory of His great name which is above every name. The name that one day every tongue will confess and before whom every knee will bow… JESUS

Thank you and for any question please talk with Elaine S or Pastor Philip D.

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THANK YOU TO ST. PETER MEMBERS:

Pastor Dean Hamilton just wanted St. Peter to know your prayers have been answered. God blessed the surgery and my recovery. I am amazed how well my recovery has been and I've been relatively free from pain for the first time in many years. Thank you again for your prayers and support.   – Dean

THANK YOU TO MIKE V, JUNIOR & BOB R:

As many of you may have noticed the Men's Restroom in the gym has had a major makeover, "THANKS" to Mike V, his employee, Junior, and Bob R.  Their hard work, and dedication to this much needed property improvement has NOT gone unnoticed.  A job well done!    - Church Council

THANK YOU TO ST. PETER MEMBERS:

A very special Thank You for the expressions of love, and care, from those of you who provided salads, and desserts, for the Ruth Clark Family.  Your thoughtfulness is very much appreciated during this very difficult time.       – The Bereavement Committee

LCMC Texas District Gathering - Victoria, TX on July 29-30, 2022

Registration is now open for the 2022 Annual Gathering!