St. Paul and Camp Shalom have long been intertwined with camp starting out of St. Paul as an outdoor ministry center in the 1970s. More than 50 years later, Camp Shalom continues to attract kids and families, both as campers and as camp staff. This s…
St. Paul member Tom Taylor grew up working outside and looks forward to returning to the sunshine. “Some of my most rewarding work has been outside. I’m more deeply connected to my spirituality when I’m in nature,” Tom said. “The grounds of St. Paul…
The transition from elementary to middle school is a pivotal moment in a young person’s life. After spending years in a familiar environment, stepping into middle school brings new academic challenges, social dynamics, and a growing sense of independ…
Food has played a large role in St. Paul member Sherry Peer’s life. From her professional career, to time with her family, and her quiet impact on families during the holidays. Now, Sherry has found a new home and purpose in the Quad Cities after mov…
Greetings St. Paul, I am writing to you as I finish my third month as president of the Congregational Council. What an exciting and humbling opportunity to serve St. Paul after all of my years as a member at this exceptional place. I have lived in Io…
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St. Paul members Ryan Carney and Amanda Moeller-Carney turn their grief into action, hosting local blood drives and other events in honor of their daughter, Zoey. Zoey Carney’s smile was infectious. According to those who knew her best, she was a bea…
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The sacrament of Holy Communion Each year, nine- and ten-year-olds come together to learn and grow in their faith through the fourth-grade communion milestone. During the five-week session, children and their parents learn together about the sacramen…
In late January, St. Paul saw the replacement of the 30-year-old A/C chiller unit that cools most of the building except for the sanctuary and newer offices. It took years of preparation, discussion, and planning, and the project is now nearing compl…
Get to know assistant receptionist Karen Brooks Receptionist Jennifer Garvey’s smiling face and bright voice greet those who walk in the office doors or call the church on most days. Jennifer is the daily point person, the connector of all comings an…
The St. Paul community of faith gathers for worship and meal fellowship on five Lenten Wednesdays, March 12-April 9. Noontime Worship | 12 noon-12:30 p.m., Sanctuary Breathe deeply in the midst of your workday for these contemplative noontime gatheri…
Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) is one of the state’s largest nonprofit human services agencies, focused on empowering individuals and communities. LSI is committed to meeting community needs and making a lasting impact, with strong support for the l…
Mark Twain wrote that “travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness” (Innocents Abroad). Though we cannot all travel, those who do can help to bring us global perspectives. On Sundays in March, during the learning hour, 10:15-11 a.m.,…