FROM THE DESK OF . . .
Sunday, October 26 & Monday, October 27, 2025
From the desk of: Pastor Ernie Green
Help:
Tis the season . . . to be what? Giving, generous, hopeful, helpful, loving, kind? All of the above? Indeed, all of the above.
Sadly, some of our brothers and sisters don’t have enough for themselves, let alone enough to assist others. Well, if you find yourself in that category, then help is available. And it is confidential. If you find yourself struggling to put food on your table, then talk to me. If there are other financial needs, then please talk to me. This is the reason that we have an Angel Tree every year. It is the reason that we have a Pastor’s discretionary fund also. We are all aware of how high prices have risen since the Covid pandemic began, so there is no shame in asking for a little help to provide a Thanksgiving or Christmas meal for your family. You may like a little assistance in providing gifts for your children, and we can help with that. But there is nothing I can do if you don’t ask. As hard as I try, I’m a failure at reading minds, so talk to me soon. Help and support are available. Call me at home (716) 693-7044, at church, or speak to me on Sunday or Monday.
Reformation Sunday and Monday:
That’s right, we take this weekend to celebrate and honor the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther. Dr. Luther was the major player in reforming the Christian Church during the 1500’s. He noticed the errors of the church of his time, then challenged the pope and the powers that were in place to prove that changes were needed. Though the Church of Rome (Catholic) didn’t fix their errors, Luther still became quite a reluctant celebrity because he risked his life to educate the world about what the church was doing wrong, in violation of Scripture. Today we say thank you for leading the world to the truth of the Gospel of Jesus.
Baseball:
You’re aware of my love for the Buffalo Bills, and did you know that I’ve been a fan of the Toronto Blue Jays since their first season in 1977. They have won the American League championship and began the World Series Friday. Go Jays!
Go in grace and peace to serve the Lord with gladness.
Pastor Ernie Green
All are welcome at St. Paul Lutheran – Please allow God’s love to work in and through you to brighten the lives of members and visitors alike.
+ PRAYER CONCERNS for our St. Paul Family +
HEALING: Bill Baessler, Paul Baessler, April Carlin, Lorraine Carroll, Karen Cowell, Zachary Dawson, Bev Deer, Elijah Desouza, Miguel Diaz, Vicki Doucette, Dean Durow, Mildred Enney, Ryan Essenburg, Maureen Finch and her sister Colleen, Amy and David Fleischman, Bob Fritz, Aiden Gallineau, Cindy Green, Pastor Green, Anne Gross, Marlyn Gross, Margie Hadsell, Bonnie Haskell, Amanda Hughey, Loraine Jensen, Steve Keller, Pastor Dennis Krueger, MaryBeth Lee, Sue & Jeff Licht, Connie Maerten, Jackie Malinowski, Eunice & Jim Manth, Donna McKeown, Jason McNair, Mel Miller, Mike Mueller, Kathy Nagel, Maryanne Novack, McKenna O’Neil, Gloria & Bill Pittler, Doris Rae, Joy Rohring, Wayne Reichert, Jane Ruppert, Joe Sarzyniak, Leni Schofield, Randy Scott, Chris Thomas, Audrey Truax, Deb Tyler, Kathy Warriner, Jean Watters, Frank Wendt, Gail Wolf, Shirley Wurl, Barbara Yates and her son, Ron.
AT HOME: Joyce Dolpp HEALTHCARE FACILITIES: Mary Jo Bishop
MILITARY: Matthew Daugherty, Eric Davis, Aaron Fix, Zachary Kijowski, Joe Kloc, Jack Lambros, Joshua Lindsley, Christopher Manth, Kyle Rae and Travis Shaffer.
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LUTHERAN WOMEN IN MISSION (LWML) NEWS:
Lutheran Women in Mission (LWML) MISSION POSSIBLE DAY: The national day of giving (Sept16) raised $58,246 which is $20,000 more than last year. Thanks to all who made a donation and for your support!
THANKS FOR YOUR GENEROSITY: A total of $1,161 was received from the door offerings last Sunday/Monday. Praise the Lord! Your continued support is greatly appreciated!
- See the bulletin board in the Gathering Place for the most current Mite and Mission Grant Reports or go to the national web site organd the district web site east-distrlwml.org. Your continued prayers and support is greatly appreciated.
- For questions on any Lutheran Women in Mission news, you may contact either Bea Hapeman (716 -327-2400) or Marge Stoelting (716-693-7555).
***Mite boxes, Eastern District Newsletter, The LINK etc. can all be found on The Information Center in The Gathering Place.
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Confirmation Class Assignments – Thursday, October 30, 2025
First Year Class – Read “The Ten Commandments: The Sixth Commandment” Questions 55 -58, pages 81 – 85 from Luther’s Small Catechism. Read Chapter 7 from The Story, “The Battle Begins.” Attend church and complete a Worship Report Form.
Mentor Question: We are celebrating the anniversary of the Reformation of the Christian Church this weekend. Why was that event important in world history?
Second Year Class – Read “The Ten Commandments: The Sixth Commandment” Questions 55 -58, pages 81 – 85 from Luther’s Small Catechism. Complete Lesson 6 “The Ten Commandments: The Sixth Commandment” from Exploring Luther’s Small Catechism. Attend church and complete a Worship Report Form.
Mentor Question: We are celebrating the anniversary of the Reformation of the Christian Church this weekend. Why was that event important in world history.