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03/20/26

“But if Christ is in you, although the body is dead because of sin, the Spirit is life because of righteousness”. Romans 8:1-11

Friends and Members of St. Paul’s,

A key Christian teaching that is clarified in the book of Romans is that we are sinners and saints at the same time. Knowing this is helpful for several reasons. By recognizing our sin nature, we are humbled and this helps us from being overly judgmental toward others. Knowing we have a sin nature helps us rely on Jesus since we cannot rely on ourselves. Knowing that we are saints, keeps us from despairing when we fail. Knowing that we are saints also gives us confidence to live not based on the assessments of others or ourselves, but rather on how God sees us in Christ. Living as saints and sinners’ means that we take seriously both sin and the grace of God, knowing that in the end it is the grace of God that has the ultimate say in our lives. Have a blessed weekend!

Yours in Christ,

Pastor Krenz

Congregational Call Meeting to Call a Director of Christian Education. On Sunday, March 29th at 11:45am (following the late service) we will have a congregational meeting with the purpose of calling a Director of Christian Education for our congregation. The call committee has been meeting for three months and has two candidates to present to the congregation for this position.

Information on these candidates will be given at this meeting, and each of the call committee members will give their thoughts on the candidates and be available to answer any questions from the congregation. This meeting will take place in the fellowship hall and will include a light lunch.

Rummage Sale Update: Thank you to everyone that donated, helped &/or shopped at the rummage sale on Saturday, March 14. 15 adults and 7 students helped on Saturday sale day and numerous folks during Thursday and Friday's setup time. We raised $4,264, a new record! Our first rummage sale was held in 2005 and organized by Jamie Moesline, we didn't hold one in 2020 due to COVID, so this was our 20th annual sale!! These funds help support out congregational youth program.

Sunday Luke Bible Class: From 9:15 am to 10:15 am Pastor Manor will continue a verse-by-verse study of Luke by looking at chapter 19 and 20.

Children’s Sunday School: This week, we study “The Week That Led To Easter.”

Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, March 28th at 1pm. For ages 2-11. Flyers to give to friends and neighbors are available at church.

Lent Service Schedule “God On Trial”3/25 Midweek 6 “Sympathy” Luke 23:26-34 Pastor Krenz Meal: B of Youth & B of Outreach

Holy Week Services:

Maundy Thursday- April 2 6:30 pm ”Respite” Luke 22:7-10

Good Friday- April 3 Noon & 6:30 pm ”Evidence” Matt 27:38-54

Easter: April 5 8 & 10:30 am ”Vindication” Mark 16:1-8

(There will not be a Sunrise Service this year)

Easter Breakfast-Plan to join in fellowship between services for Easter Breakfast, April 5, 9:00-10:20. Continental breakfast of egg casseroles, pastries, fruit, orange juice, milk and coffee will be served. Free will donation to benefit Eve's Restoration Home.

Middle School Youth Event: On Saturday, March 28th from 6:30pm-10:30 pm a Middle School Youth event will take place here at church. This event will include baking items to deliver to shut ins, devotions, and various youth activities. Contact Mary Colyer (618)-334-2321 or Erin Schmoll 314-603-8654 if interested in attending.

Summer Youth Service/Mission Trip: June 20th-28th in Burnsville, North Carolina for current 8th grade to 12th Grade Students. They will be helping the ongoing rebuilding project following Hurricane Helene. You can sign up online at our Facebook page and/or call Becky Stevens at 618-550-3552. The hope is to have everyone signed up before the end of the month. We are partnering with Peace Lutheran Church in St. Louis for this event.

CARDS : Pick up an Easter Card or two in the lobby to send to a friend or church member who has lost a dear loved-one to Heaven since last Easter.

Pre-School Registration is now open for the 2026-2027 school year!If you know a family looking for a nurturing, high quality, Christ-centered preschool experience, they may contact our preschool Director, Shelly Augustin for more details about our program. 618-281-4190

Eve’s Restoration Ministries UPCOMING EVENTS: Dine & Donate March 25th at Reifschneider’s Grill & Grape in Freeburg, IL Enjoy a night out for a great cause! A percent of sales (carryout/ dine-in) for Eve’s Restoration Ministries.

“Through the Decades” TRIVIA NIGHT Fundraiser Thursday, March 26, 2026 6:00 pm (doors open at 5:30 pm) $25 per person $150 for table of 6 Get together with some friends - pick up a registration flier in the foyer. Call, text or email Amanda Douglas 314-221-6700 or evesrestorationhome@gmail.com.

The quilters are in need of any material remnants you have, including flat bed sheets size full and larger, and fitted size queen and larger. Place your donations in the closet under the stairs off the hallway to the fellowship hall.

Columbia High School Community Open House- Tuesday, March 24 at 6 pm 77 Veterans Pkwy. Join us to tour the completed portions of CHS! 6 pm—Auditorium Tour 6:30 –8 pm Open House

Holy Cross Lutheran Church of Wartburg will host Good Friday services in the German language on April 3, 2026. The service begins at 10 am. The service folder with Scripture readings and hymns will be printed in the German language. KFUO at 850 AM will broadcast and live stream the service. We invite the community, students and friends to join us to experience worship in the language of our forefathers. Holy Cross/Ladies Aid will be hosting a luncheon after the German service.

Interested in St. Paul’s If you or someone you know is interested in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, please call Pastor Krenz at 618-363-0121. Classes are offered periodically throughout the year. This class usually runs 10-12 weeks.