St. Paul's Trumpet

Dear St Paul's,

Last week I had COVID! So many of you have been through that, I know you understand exactly how *fun* it is to spend 5 days in quarantine at home. I am feeling much better (thank you, Paxlovid!) and am glad to be back in the office this week. I was very sad to miss being in worship on Sunday, especially as you got the news that Rev Chad Anglemyer has been appointed as St Paul's next senior pastor. Since I was at home, I didn't get the chance to tell you that I am very glad for this appointment and believe it will be a great next season for St Paul's under Chad's leadership.

Chad has served in various ways in Omaha since 1994 and for the last six years has been the District Superintendent of the Omaha area. That means he is well acquainted with St Paul's and understands full well what a tremendous church you are. He is actually ending his time as DS early in order to come be your senior pastor.

I have known Chad for almost a decade now and have always appreciated his ministry. He is thoughtful, engaging, funny, calm, and encouraging. He loves God and has tremendous integrity. He cares for people well and wants people to use their gifts and skills.

Chad is going to have a lot of fun being your senior pastor! I believe he has a sense of this, but he will soon discover just how deep is the well of faith and talent that this church possesses. Together you all will continue forming generations of disciples, and reflecting God's love to the community and world. I am glad to know you will be in good hands with Chad's leadership. I know you will welcome him warmly and embrace his pastoral gifts.

Sunday we continue on with our series, Uncommon Saints--this time considering the life and legacy of Howard Thurman (I promised that last week, but this week it will happen!) I so look forward to seeing you in worship.

Amy

The Great Plains Conference will host an installation service for Bishop David Wilson at 10am Saturday, February 11th at Countryside United Methodist Church in Topeka.

The celebration also will be livestreamed on Countryside UMC’s website and on the conference website.

St. Paul’s United Methodist Men - Service is our purpose - All men are members

Nominations are now being taken for St. Paul’s Man of the Year, 2022.

It is necessary to include a brief narrative as to why the individual is so deserving, how he has served our church, family and community.

Please submit your nominee to the church office, our Pastors or Charlie Walcutt, Paul Ebisch, Mel Morton.

Anyone can nominate a Man of the Year Candidate, but only St Paul's Men will be voting.

Nominations close February 20th, 2023 Presidents Day.

Rev. Dr. Chad Anglemyer will be St Paul's next senior pastor, starting July 1, 2023. With 35 years of ministry in the UMC, Chad has served in a variety of settings and brings great experience to St Paul's. He has been in the Omaha area since 1994, most recently as the District Superintendent for the Missouri River District (Omaha area). He knows St Paul's well and is excited about the wonderful ministry happening here! We look forward to welcoming Chad and his wife, Susan, this summer.

Please support our local food pantries by bringing an item each week & putting it in the grocery cart outside the sanctuary!

This week: Cereal or Oatmeal

Throughout the month of February the Mission team will be collecting new underwear/socks and new or gently used clothing for elementary school closets. They are in need of sizes for students in preschool through 6th grade.

These items are given to students who come to school dressed inappropriately or need to change their clothes during the school day.

Why do schools keep a closet? Here are just a few examples: A student comes to school without socks on a cold day because they gave theirs to their sibling. A student may only have a pair or two of socks and needs a clean pair. A teacher notices a student's clothes don't fit and they don't have another option at home. A younger student may have an accident during the day and need a change of clothes. Your donations can make a big difference in the lives of a child.

The Choir will be performing the Easter Cantata on April 2nd during the 9:15am service. All are welcome to join! Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7:00pm - 7:45pm beginning February 1st. Please contact Jenny Jensen with any questions.

Come join us on February 15th from 11 AM to 1 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Dick Williams will share with us some interesting and intriguing facts about one of our 46 US Presidents.

We also will enjoy pita sandwiches from the Pita Pit. Please include your name on the sign-up sheet if you are able to attend. Cost will be $10.

Would you like to join the discussion at a Bible Study or a School Meeting, but you’re not confident enough to get the words out?

Do you have a terrific idea for some improvements at work, but you just don’t know how to pitch it to your boss?

Have you been asked to give a presentation somewhere on a topic you’re well-versed in, but the very idea terrifies you?

If any of these or similar situations describe you, Toastmasters can help by giving you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Using our professionally developed online educational material you can learn at your own pace to effectively formulate and express your ideas. You’ll improve your interpersonal communication skills and be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations.

The River City Speakers Toastmasters Club now meets regularly at St Paul’s UMC, in the Basement, Rm B-21, both in person and online using Zoom. If you’d like to find out more about the Toastmasters program please:

JOIN US AT OUR OPEN HOUSE ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20th

AT 7PM, IN ROOM B-21 IN THE CHURCH BASEMENT.

or logon to our club website a few days before the meeting and click on the “Contact Us” button on the left side of the homepage to get a Zoom link.

For more information, contact Randy Prier or 402-305-3931.

We are starting to recruit volunteers for this year's Vacation Bible School! Below is the link to get signed up to help as either a small group leader or a rotation leader (Storytelling, Science, Games, Art, & Music) -- we also need help with the Welcome Table, Snacks, and our Prep Days where we make decorations and get activities ready for the week!

Students in 6th Grade through High School can also sign up to help as small group leaders and rotation assistants -- use the same link to let us know you're interested! We expect to have about 75 kids this summer so, come join us for a week of faith-filled fun!

VBS runs June 19-23 from 9-11:30am.

Use this link to register: Volunteer Registration

Youth Worship: Sundays at 9:15am

Youth Group for all Middle and High School Youth: 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday's, 6:30-8pm

Next Meeting: February 15th

PCAA Summer Camp

Come explore the creative arts with us!

July 10-14

9am-1:30pm (*Bring your own sack lunch!)

For students going into Grades 4-8

$250 includes a camp t-shirt, daily snacks, and our Friday Fun Day activity!

Save $50 if you register by April 1st

Save $25 if you register by June 1st

Register Online -- https://forms.gle/d2JyDTZBC4ViHiRs7

Pay Online -- https://secure.myvanco.com/L-Z3KX/home

Students should wear close-toed shoes and bring their own sack lunch and water bottle each day!

Camp will end with a fun day on Friday -- more details to come!

The church office is open Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 3:00pm.

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