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Instead of Vacation Bible School, St. Paul kids will “sing for joy on their couches” (Psalm 149:5) during Staycation Bible School 2020. Age 4-grade 5: The people of God at home Let the faithful exult in glory; let them sing for joy on their couches….
On Wednesday, it’s bingo day at Senior Star at Elmore Place. Up until earlier this year, that meant lots and lots of people gathering together to play the much-loved game at the same time. Now, with COVID-19, it means more sessions, with no more than…
On a sorting line, Rolla Lucas takes his place at 5 a.m. four days a week. Each day, for 10-hour shifts, it’s his job, and the job of his co-workers, to sort the recycling that comes through the Waste Commision of Scott County. He spots the paper tha…
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Things have gotten fuzzier as the days go by. That’s true for me in all sorts of ways right now, and I suspect that I’m not alone. I don’t need to shave every day; the beard grows fuzzier. I can’t go get a haircut; the ‘do gets fuzzier. The weekly pa…
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We all have people in our lives who have been integral to fostering our faith in Jesus. One such person in my life was a campus pastor of mine in college, Ryan. I often think of Ryan in the spring, because he had the worst allergies of any person I’v…
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It’s 8:30 a.m. on a Thursday morning, and worship is underway. Chris Nelson takes his turn at the organ. Bill Campbell slides onto the piano bench. A pastor stands in the Sanctuary to deliver a sermon. Prayers are said, as is a children’s message, to…
Madison Market is continuing its efforts to ensure all families who need them have diapers, wipes, and feminine hygiene products. If you’d like to donate for this modified annual May in-gathering, you may drop off items at the church office, Monday-F…
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The other day I was on a walk with the sole purpose in mind to deliver a few greetings to friends who live in the neighborhood. The contents of my pockets included: a card for a neighbor who encourages me in my writing, a cassette tape from my youth…
Due to the pandemic, St. Paul’s twice-a-year Blood Donor Day will become Blood Donor Week this month – and will move from St. Paul to the blood center. When: Monday, May 18, through Saturday, May 23 Where: At MVRBC Donor Centers 5500 Lakeview Parkway…
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Editor’s note: Pastor Kristine Dohrman began her work as St. Paul’s visitation pastor earlier this year. She connects with St. Paul people who live in a variety of senior centers or who are isolated at home. Tell us about your family. My husband, Jon…
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A few weeks ago, there was a glorious spring day here in the Quad Cities. I made sure to get some extra time outside to soak up a little sunshine. We sat out on the deck as we ate dinner that evening. And as we were picking up around the house, I eve…
On three Tuesdays this month, May 12, 19, and 26, at 7:30 a.m., gather online with Pastor Katy Warren and others to read and discuss Everything Happens for a Reason: And Other Lies I’ve Loved by Kate Bowler. In this award-winning book, the prospect…