Privacy laws prevent hospitals from automatically in-forming churches of members admitted. You can eas-ily notify our pastoral care staff of a hospitalization: 563-326-3547 x211 or becky@stpaulqc.org.

Our hospitalized: (*released as of May 12)

*Lindy Hellyer *Vicki Keller Scott Medd *Justine Stamer

Birth: Zola Marguerite Stamer, daughter of Justine & Alex Stamer, May 5

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May 14 & 15 - Day of Pentecost

Preaching:5:30/11:45 Amy Diller8:00/9:20 Peter W. Marty

Worship notes:8:00 St. Paul Quartet9:20 ChoraleCommunion served at all services

Readings: Acts 2:1-15; Romans 8:14-17; John 14:8-17

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PASTORSPeter W. Marty Senior pastorSara Olson-Smith Associate pastorKaty Warren Associate pastorAmy Diller Pastor in residencyLiesebet Gravley Pastor in residencyRon Huber Visitation pastor

COMMUNICATIONSAnn McGlynn Director of communicationLauren Brown Artistic directorBecky Harper Adm. asst. to sr. pastor Karen Holden Book Corner managerTyler James Communications intern

OPERATIONSTodd Byerly Operations directorPaula Durham Business managerJennifer Garvey ReceptionistTessa Hahn Business office assistantMarcia Robertson Stewardship coordinatorHarris Schneekloth Campus supervisorMatt Spencer Custodial managerJim Akright Custodial/MaintenancePaul Caldwell Weekend hostRon Mullen Weekend hostJoe Wollett Evening host

LEARNINGRyan Bailey Director of faith formationJoanna Roland Preschool & kids’ learningAndy Langdon Director of youth ministriesMichelle Juehring Children & family lifeDana Welser Neighborhood schoolsTammy Hermanson Residency administratorTeresa Whitbeck Childcare coordinator

MUSICChris Nelson Director of music ministriesBill Campbell Contemporary music Jon Hurty Chorale directorDan Pepper Youth choir directorLinda Allebach Children’s choir directorRosita Tendall Children’s choir directorMargaret Thompson Children’s choir director

IN OUR PRAYERS

2136 Brady Street

Davenport, IA 52803

563.326.3547

www.stpaulqc.org

May 14 & 15, 2016

today at st. paul

8:45am Preschool9:30am Visitation10:30am Funeral12:30pm Luncheon

MONDAY, MAY 16

8:45am Preschool9am Quilting

TUESDAY, MAY 17

8:45am Preschool9:45pm Preschool Butterfly room closing party10:45am Preschool closing chapel/picnic5pm Wedding rehearsal

FRIDAY, MAY 20

8am Worship9am Book Corner open9:20am Worship11am Worship12noon Mayfest

SUNDAY, MAY 22

WEDNESDAY, MAY 188:45am Preschool9:30am Staff meeting1:30pm Madison Market team meeting2pm Blood Donor Day6pm Adult Children of Alcoholics6:15pm Men’s Bible study

Death: Glen Lamp, Sr.

With sympathy: Tim & Sarah Behrens, his grand- father Lester Behrens Family of Glen Lamp, Sr.: Deb Lamp, husband Glen & Steve Lamp, father Trever & Tyler Lamp, grandfather

May 21 & 22 - Pentecost 1

Preaching:5:30 Liesebet Gravley8:00/9:20 Sara Olson-Smith11:00 Peter W. Marty

Worship notes:9:20 ChoraleCommunion served at all services

Readings: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; Romans 5:1-5; John 16:12-15

Printed copies of the Open Spirit service

order are available at the usher’s station.

THURSDAY, MAY 19

8:45am Preschool9am Preschool rehearsal9:30am Heart.Soul.Mind. Bible study11:30am Staff lunch12:30pm Tri T camp packing3:45pm Book Corner team meeting5pm Knit Wits6pm Centering Prayer6pm Mental health awareness team6:30pm 2136 young adult picnic6:30pm Open Spirit ensemble practice7pm Congregation council

CELEBRATING THE HOLY SPIRITThis weekend we celebrate the festival of Pentecost. The day derives its name from the Jewish festival Pentecost, ob-served fifty days after Passover. This weekend, on the fiftieth day of Eas-ter, we celebrate the Holy Spirit as the power of God among us that heals, forgives, inspires, and unites.

On that first Pentecost so long ago, the Holy Spirit of God came upon the first followers of Jesus and moved them into bold and courageous lives of faith. This same Spirit still comes upon us to free us from whatever is holding us back so that our lives might be known by service, generosity, com-munity, and love.

SATURDAY, MAY 219am Membership inquiry class3pm Wedding: Iossi/Schad5:30pm Worship

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Swing a hammer and make new friends. Volunteers will work throughout the summer to build a house for Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities. Interested in helping? The dates of build days include:

▶ Saturdays, June 18, July 16, and August 13, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. ▶ Wednesdays, June 8 and July 6, 5-8 p.m.

To sign up, visit stpaulqc.org/signups. Questions? Contact Pastor Katy Warren at katy@stpaulqc.org or 326-3547. Sunday, May 22 | 12 noon - 2 p.m.

Batter up for this grand slam of an afternoon!

Bring your lawn chair and sunscreen to the north lawn, and wear your favorite baseball team’s shirt or hat, for fun in the sun for all ages.

FOODBurgers, pork chops, and hot dogs will sizzle on the grill. Bring a dish to share – desserts for last name A-D, side dish or salad for last name E-Z. A freewill dona-tion helps with the food cost.

FUNGames, face painting, and the River Bandits baseball mascot, Rascal, will provide the entertainment. Sin City Orchestra will take the main stage. Stop by the photo booth, too.

VOLUNTEERHelp is needed to lead kids’ games, setup the chairs and tables, staff the food tent, and tear down for the day. Volunteering at Mayfest is a great way to make new friends. Sign up to help at stpaulqc.org/signups.

DISCOVER & CONNECT

SUNDAY MORNING FELLOWSHIP: Please join others for coffee, doughnuts, juice, and conversation in the gathering areas on the main level.

A BLUE BOOK, “Welcome to St. Paul,” is situated in every pew near the aisle seat. Please take a moment to share your name and pass the book. As it returns to you, glance at other names and look for your chance to greet one another after worship. The warmth of your greeting can brighten the whole day.

NURSERY: We believe children belong in worship. But if your child needs a break, please assist other worshipers and seek out our staffed nursery in the “Kid’s Corner” in the Library Commons. Silent pagers available. For nursing moms, a designated room is available to you, just 20 feet left of the elevator.

CHILDREN: Children’s messages are a part of our Sunday services at 9:20 and 11:45. Special bulletins are available from an usher. Worship bags for chil-dren are at entrances to the Sanctuary.

COMMUNION: The Lord’s Table is open to believers of all Christian traditions.Adults and children who do not commune are invited to come forward, crossing arms upon the chest for a blessing. Communion is distributed by a practice called intinction; please touch your wafer lightly to the wine. Gluten-free wafers are available at all sta-tions. Grape juice is available on Sundays in the pot-tery chalice at the station furthest left.

FAITH RESOURCES: A library and the nonprofit Book Corner on the main level provide wonderful re-sources for growing your faith. Check them out.

MEMBERSHIP: A one-session Membership Inquiry Class is offered once each month for those interested in exploring what membership at St. Paul involves. The next opportunity will be on Saturday, May 21, 9-11:30 a.m. OR Wednesday, June 15, 6:30-9 p.m. Childcare is available on request. Sign up online at stpaulqc.org/signups, at the Info Center, or call 326-3547.

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OF SPECIAL NOTETHANK YOU, LEARNING LEADERS! As we wrap up a year of learn-ing, we thank all Sunday morning and preschool learning leaders for their service and dedication. Growing in Christ, St. Paul classrooms overflowed with faith and love. We look forward with excitement to the continued learning journey in fall 2016.

MEMBERSHIP INQUIRY CLASS: Join a group of others Saturday, May 21, 9-11:30 a.m., exploring life and faith in this place. Find out what the commitments, values, and directions are for this congregation. Sign up at the Info Center or online at stpaulqc.org/signups. Pastor Sara Olson-Smith, sara@stpaulqc.org

PRESCHOOL CLOSING CHAPEL: Friday, May 20, 10:45 a.m. Every-one is invited to St. Paul Preschool closing chapel. The children will sing, and the PreK classes and preschool staff will be recognized. The celebration continues with a school picnic on the church lawn. Please bring a blanket or lawn chair and a sack lunch. A special dessert will be served. Joanna Roland, joanna@stpaulqc.org

MADISON ELEMENTARY PROMOTION CEREMONY: St. Paul will host the Madison Elementary fifth-graders, and their family and friends, on Wednesday morning, May 25. The ceremony will highlight student accomplishments and joys from the 2015-2016 school year. We celebrate with these students as they look toward their middle school years.

BUSY SUMMER SCHEDULE? The 5:30 p.m. service on Saturday eve-nings offers beautiful worship all year long. During the summer, when schedules are different for many households, it is a great option when Sundays are full. With scripture, preaching, and song, this weekly time offers the Lutheran liturgy and closeness with God.

THIS SUNDAYLEARNING FOR KIDS & YOUTH (10:45-11:30 a.M.)

▶ Ages 3 & Pre-K: Main Level▶ Grades K-2: Upper Level, Friendship Hall▶ Grades 3-5: Lower Level, Faith Trek area▶ Grades 6-12: Lower Level, Youth Rooms

SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE (SNL), GRADES 9-12 (7:15-8:30 p.m.)Tonight, May 15, is the final SNL of this school year. It’s a strong framework for high school youth to live, grow, and serve joyfully in the Lord. (Andy Langdon, andy@stpaulqc.org, 326-3547 x228)

LEARNING FOR ADULTS (10:45-11:30 A.M.)

▶ Black just war – slave Christianity and the rhetoric of force: Ex-plore the writing of several black Christians in the antebellum pe-riod, focusing on the ways in which such writers justified the use of force to resist slavery, often echoing important themes from the Christian just war tradition. Thinking about slave Christians as neglected participants in the just war tradition forces us to re-consider conventional wisdom – largely shaped by the civil rights movement – about black Christianity’s pursuit of justice. Daniel A. Morris, lecturer in religion, Augustana College. In the Chapel.

▶ I believe in the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit is almost certainly the most mysterious and the most neglected member of the Trinity, but remains just as much a part of God as the Father and the Son. On this day of Pentecost, we will engage with scripture, video, and our own experience in order to focus intentionally on what role the Spirit plays in the world and our lives of faith. Ryan Bailey, director of faith formation. In the Luther Loft.

▶ Someone else’s mail: People as letters - the work of the prophets (Jonah). Pastor Liesebet Gravley. In Room 208.

SUMMER BREAK: Today, May 15, is the last day for all Sunday morning learning classes until fall. Classes will resume Sept. 11.

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Sadults COLLEGE LUNCH: College students, gather together for some lunch and conversation today, May 15, in the Library conference room at 12:45 p.m. Zach Ebener, zebener84@hotmail.com

QUILTING: Tuesday, May 17, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. This devoted group of caring quilters, beginners and experts alike, gather to sew, tie, cut, and piece together quilts which are donated to those in need. Anyone is welcome to come for all or part of the time. No previous quilting experience neces-sary. Bring your friends and a lunch, if you’d like. Karin Hanson, tkmax2502@gmail.com, 528-2064; Cathy Hagglund, crh4quilts@msn.com

2136 PICNIC: Thursday, May 19, 6:30-8 p.m. at Junge Park (the shel-ter nearest the volleyball courts). For 20/30-somethings, celebrate the beginning of summer with a picnic! There will be sand volleyball, frisbee, and other yard games for a (hope-fully) perfect May evening. Pulled pork/BBQ sauce, buns, and water will be provided. Please bring a side dish, soft drink, or dessert to share, along with any yard games.This is our last official event of the year, though we’ll likely be getting together once or twice over the summer.Rachel Evans, mightyrachel@gmail.com

EARLY MORNING BOOK GROUP will be reading How to Be Here, a book by Rob Bell (available in the Book Corner). Meeting 6:45-7:30 a.m. on Tuesdays May 24, 31, and June 7. Please read parts 1-3 before our first gathering on May 24. Pastor Katy Warren, katy@stpaulqc.org

CENTERING PRAYER: Practice an ancient prayer form in which you will experience God’s presence within. Centering prayer does not replace other kinds of prayer, but is a disci-pline that allows a person to move beyond conversation to resting in God and communion with Christ. Meets every Thursday, 6-7 p.m., on the upper level, Room 203.Dick Jensen, rrjensen65@gmail.com

Summer schedule starting May 22Sunday worship moves to 8, 9:20, & 11 a.m.Sunday learning will be on break until the fall, resuming Sept. 11.

ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS practice the Twelve Steps, focusing on accepting God’s love and find-ing freedom from the past and a way to improve lives today. Meets every Wednesday, 6-7 p.m., on the upper level, Room 203.Dick Jensen, rrjensen65@gmail.com

youth 678 NIGHT: Wednesday, May 25, 6:30-8 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Crazy games, fun fellowship, and great Bible study – just for students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. Free! Sign up by show-ing up! Andy Langdon, andy@stpaulqc.org

For more info, visit www.stpaulqc.org/connectVBS: Kids age four (by Sept. 15) through entering fifth-grade, from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Registration is $10 per child through Sun-day, May 22. Deadline is June 5. No walk-ins will be accepted. Pre-K families: please note registration will be capped at 45.

678 Experience: Middle-schoolers, en-tering grades 6-8, will spend the morning (8:30 a.m.-noon) having a blast and learning about God. Registration is $10 per student through Sunday, May 22. Deadline is June 5.

Summer Stretch: High school students, entering grades 9-12, volunteer in the morn-ing with VBS and 678, then spend the after-noon playing water games, making T-shirts, and studying the Bible. Cost is $30.

Volunteer: A strong corps of service-minded and joy-filled adults make it all hap-pen. Interested in helping? There’s a job to fit your gifts.

Sign up online: stpaulqc.org/signups

Blood Donor DayWednesday, May 18, 2-6:30 p.m.

St. Paul people roll up their sleeves twice a year to donate blood for the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center. This single act of giving can help save up to three lives. To sign up to give, visit the table in the Elevator Commons or stpaulqc.org/signups.