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Trapeze artists

Pastoral Messages | April 11, 2018

While there is much evidence to the contrary, I am convinced that humans are actually quite remarkable. We have this enormous capacity for courage, hope, and trust. If you ever doubt this, just spend some time watching trapeze artists. There they are…

New worship schedule begins May 20

News | April 9, 2018

With unanimity and enthusiasm, the St. Paul Congregational Council voted to begin a new permanent schedule on Sunday, May 20, 2018. The St. Paul staff, which deliberated extensively on all of the issues related to a schedule change, was integral to t…

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Cows & dinosaurs, dogs & frogs

News | April 6, 2018

On a sheet of lined notebook paper, a girl named Jill put her pencil to work. She was 7 years old at the time, and she decided to write about the wind and an owl. Even at that young, young age, her words were lyrical, full of wisdom and whimsy. On a…

St. Paul celebrates Earth Month

Mission | April 6, 2018

The psalmist inspires St. Paul spirit and action: “The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof.” That’s Psalm 24:1. A 24/1 church cherishes and cares for God’s creation. We live on a pinpoint of Earth in Davenport, Iowa. We’re mindful that God’s…

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One great legacy of love

Pastoral Messages | April 5, 2018

On the week of the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr’s death, it seems fitting to recall his most enduring legacy. King’s unbending commitment to non-violence turns on one central idea: revenge can never be a worthy substitute for love. In or…

A warm welcome

News | April 4, 2018

With a warm smile and bulletins in hand, Sam Dickman greets visitors as they walk into the Sanctuary for worship. A bit later in worship, he makes his way down the middle aisle with seven fellow ushers. They are given baskets for offering, then make…

Chicago, Tanzania, Iowa state penitentiary trips set for April

News | April 4, 2018

St. Paul people are preparing for three learning experiences this month — to Chicago, Tanzania, and the Iowa state penitentiary in Anamosa. The Free Indeed congregation inside the Iowa men’s penitentiary at Anamosa, Iowa, will welcome a group of St….

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The harrowing of hell

Pastoral Messages | March 27, 2018

I am always flooded with emotions during Holy Week and Easter. We begin waving palm branches with a triumphant entry into Jerusalem, praising God for the coming Messiah. But then our shouts of praise turn to chants of death as we say together “crucif…

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Happy 102nd birthday, Lillian!

News | March 21, 2018

It was a great way to start the week. On Monday morning, dozens of people gathered to celebrate everyone living at Ridgecrest Village in Davenport who has a birthday in March. With coffee and orange juice, crumb cake and donuts, each individual marke…

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In her own words: Advocating on Capitol Hill

News | March 21, 2018

This March was my third time traveling to Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., using my voice to advocate for the 1.25 million Americans (including myself) who live with type 1 diabetes. The advocacy efforts I support are on behalf of JDRF, which is the…

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Kids these days

Pastoral Messages | March 20, 2018

Plenty of commentary is available regarding this generation’s young people. It’s natural to compare their experiences to our own. It’s common to hear or participate in conversations about things that they do not appreciate enough or the amount of tim…

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Saintly Significance

Pastoral Messages | March 14, 2018

I’ve been trying to learn something about St. Patrick this week, but it’s hard to track down much information about a person who died 1,557 years ago. According to tradition, Patrick died on March 17, 461, which is why he is remembered and celebrated…

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Worship Jan 24 & 25

Third Sunday after Epiphany

sat 5:00 pm Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 8:00 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 9:00 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 11:15 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching

Worship Jan 31 & Feb 1

Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

sat 5:00 pm Maddy Tyler preaching
sun 8:00 am Maddy Tyler preaching
sun 9:00 am Katy Warren preaching
sun 11:15 am Katy Warren preaching

Worship Feb 7 & 8

Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

sat 5:00 pm Mark Niethammer preaching
sun 8:00 am Mark Niethammer preaching
sun 9:00 am Mark Niethammer preaching
sun 11:15 am Mark Niethammer preaching

Worship Feb 14 & 15

Transfiguration of our Lord

sat 5:00 pm Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 8:00 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 9:00 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 11:15 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching

Worship Feb 18

Ash Wednesday

wed 12:00 pm Mark Niethammer preaching
wed 7:00 pm Mark Niethammer preaching

Worship Feb 21 & 22

First Sunday in Lent

sat 5:00 pm Katy Warren preaching
sun 8:00 am Katy Warren preaching
sun 9:00 am Katy Warren preaching
sun 11:15 am Katy Warren preaching

Worship Feb 25

Mid-week Lenten Worship

wed 12:00 pm Sara Olson-Smith preaching
wed 7:00 pm Sara Olson-Smith preaching

Worship Feb 28 & Mar 1

Second Sunday in Lent

sat 5:00 pm Maddy Tyler preaching
sun 8:00 am Sarah Yotter preaching
sun 9:00 am Maddy Tyler preaching
sun 11:15 am Maddy Tyler preaching

Worship Mar 4

Midweek Lenten Worship

wed 12:00 pm Mark Niethammer preaching
wed 7:00 pm Mark Niethammer preaching

Worship Mar 7 & 8

Third Sunday in Lent

sat 5:00 pm Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 8:00 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 9:00 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching
sun 11:15 am Sara Olson-Smith preaching

Worship Mar 11

Lenten Mid-week Worship

wed 12:00 pm Katy Warren preaching
wed 7:00 pm Katy Warren preaching

Worship Mar 14 & 15

Fourth Sunday in Lent

sat 5:00 pm Mark Niethammer preaching
sun 8:00 am Mark Niethammer preaching
sun 9:00 am Mark Niethammer preaching
sun 11:15 am Mark Niethammer preaching

Worship Mar 18

Mid-week Lenten Worship

wed 12:00 pm Sarah Yotter preaching
wed 7:00 pm Sarah Yotter preaching
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