St. Paul United Church of Christ, Taylor, Michigan
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost/ October 12, 2025
Gratitude draws us out of ourselves into something larger, bigger, and grander than we could imagine and joins us to the font of blessing itself. ~ David Lose
Ringing of the Bell
Welcome Rev. Linda Anderson
Announcement Highlights Pam Lange, liturgist
Prelude Ava Janus, Music Director
*Call to Worship Pam Lange
One: Whether we live in an apartment or a house; if we reside in the suburbs or the city:
All: God tells us to pray for the places where we live.
One: Whether we are exiles or prisoners for the gospel; if we are young, old, insider, outcast: All: God says, 'when you search for me, you will find me.'
One: Whether we have been wandering and lost; or if we have lived in the same place all our lives:
All: God says, 'I will gather you from all your places and bring you home.'
*Hymn No. 717 “Let All Things Now Living”
*Morning Prayer Pam Lange
Most Holy God, we await the touch of your Spirit with eagerness. We ask that you enter the lives of each one of us today, refreshing and renewing and healing us with the power of your loving Spirit, so that we may live with purpose, enthusiasm, thanksgiving and courage in the way of Jesus our Lord. Amen.
Anthem Hymn No. 91 “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name!”
Ministry Moment
“Jesus Loves the Little Children”
First Lesson Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 Pam Lange
Gospel Lesson Luke 17:11-19
Message “Healthcare” Rev. Anderson
*Hymn No. 618 “How Firm a Foundation”
Presentation of Tithes and Offerings
*Doxology
Praise God from Whom all blessings flow; praise Him all creatures
here below. Praise Him above ye heavenly host; praise Father,
Son, and Holy host. Amen.
A Time of Prayer/ Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done; on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, forever and ever Amen.
*Hymn No. 339 “Just as I Am, Without One Plea”
*Dismissal with Blessing
Postlude /Recessional: Please remain in your pews as the Light of Christ leads the way into the world at the close of service.
*Congregation standing as you are able.
Our mission at St. Paul United Church of Christ is to promote God’s plan of salvation in our church, family, and community. Knowing that all blessings come from God, we seek to share these in the church universal and proclaim God’s good news of His love and compassion bringing together all people in Jesus Christ.
Rev. Linda Anderson Interim Senior Pastor
Ava Janus Director of Music
Pastor Cheryl Schalm Minister of Mission Outreach
Tim Ruffner President of Church Council
Dan Case Treasurer
Suzanne Mrowka Office Manager
Cindy Romas Administrative Assistant
Wendy Warner Council Rep
Jeannette Wackro Deacon
Pam Lange Liturgist
St. Paul United Church of Christ Phone 313.291.1221
24158 Goddard Road Email stpaulucctaylor@stpaulucctaylor.org
Taylor, MI 48180 Website: www.stpaulucctaylor.org
WELCOME TO ALL SHARING TODAY’S MORNING SERVICE IN PERSON AND FACEBOOK LIVESTREAMING You must have a Facebook account to view our Worship Services. An email address is required. It is possible to have a Facebook account not connected to Social Media. Please contact Dan Case, Gary Peters, or Michael Isaacs for more information.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY AND FELLOWSHIP Calendar Week October 12 – October 19
Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. – Rev. Linda Anderson
Sunday School 10:00 a.m./ Coffee Hour 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday Bible Study 10:30 a.m.- off-site/ Council 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Chancel Choir Rehearsal 7:00 p.m.
Thursday Exercise 11:00 a.m.
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. – Pastor Joy Ziegler Sunday School 10:00 a.m. / Trunk or Treat 4:00 p.m.
BIBLE STUDY will meet off-site Tuesday, October 14 @ 10:30 a.m. Please contact Rev. Anderson for transportation or more information.
ROSE ON THE PULPIT CELEBRATES the birth of Remy Hayes Craig born on October 3, 2025, to Desmond and Olivia Drapeau Craig. St. Paul Grandmother is Sheri Herkimer. St. Paul Great-grandmother is Eileen Herkimer. Sibling is Stella.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION MINISTRY invites candy donations for our annual Trunk or Treat event October 19, 2025, 4-7 p.m., in our circular dive. Candy donations can be dropped off upstairs in the Welcome center in the silver tub or in the church office. If you would like to decorate your trunk a sign-up sheet is available during coffee hour. A light meal of hot dogs, chips, and juice will be served. There will be caramel apples for dipping and pumpkins to decorate. For more information, or to volunteer, see Debbie Case.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION MINISTRY AND SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM need a few more people. We are looking for a Superintendent, 1-2 teachers to add in our rotation (a monthly commitment/ not weekly), and to be on call in case we need a substitute. We provide training and all materials including snacks. Most of all, we would like to increase our student body, especially between the ages of 5-14. If you can help in any way, please contact Deb Case or the church office.
CONTINUING TO SERVE AS THE HANDS AND FEET OF CHRIST Our October Community Outreach, Operation Christmas Child will kick-off Sunday, October 26. The shoebox ministry provides children around the world with small gift filled shoe boxes and books about Jesus in the child’s native language. All are invited to pick up a wrapped shoebox in Fellowship Hall during coffee hour, fill it with small gifts (a brochure with gift ideas is included), tag the box with the appropriate label that will be included and return the box by November 16. Shoeboxes will be delivered to the collection center on November 16 where they will be transferred to the distribution center in Boone, NC. From there they will go via plane, train and boat to various countries, including the USA to children in need.
2025/2026 CONFIRMATION CLASS BEGINS in Mrs. Lori Roger’s classroom (Junior/ Senior room) upstairs today. Class will be confirmed on Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Jane Dykowski.
CHRISTMAS GIFT SHOP is collecting new items suitable for use in the upcoming Christmas Gift Shop. Please contact Peggy Staten or Jane Dykowski regarding donations. Proceeds go to repair St. Paul church steeple.
PLEASE CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE if you or a loved one no longer needs to be on our prayer list. You and your loved ones can always be added as concerns change.
USHERS AND LITURGISTS NEEDED TO ASSIST with Sunday morning worship services. If you would like to volunteer or for more information, please contact any Deacon or the church office (313.291.1221). Any time you can donate is greatly appreciated.
WEARING NAME TAGS WILL HELP Rev. Anderson and visitors put a name to our faces. If you need to update or get a new tag, please contact the church office.
2025 FLOWER CHART IS IN THE NARTHEX A vase ($20) or two ($40) is a nice way to honor someone special or commemorate a special time in life. Contact the office for more info.
FELLOWSHIP OF CONCERN:
Bill Pattenaude, Maeve Rischel, Marjie Barnard, Joe Mayfield, John Smith, William Stears, Jr., Paula Block, Justine Kimbler, Rev. Geoffrey Drutchas, Sue Spears, Dave Lange, Sr., Mary Hard and Family, Denise Foley, Lynn Jenkins, Wendy Wendt, Sue Stern, Julius Enesey, Sally Sigman, Joan Smarr, Al Wierzbicki, Dave Schmoekel, Sue Milatz, Steve Newberry, Linda Schutter, Blain Tayler, Kelly Potter, Freeman Floyd, Anna Thomson, Susan & Dennis Bennett, Tony Koths, Ailani Flores, Linda & Tom Tank, Rachel Tank, Jennifer Lee, Randy Snelson, Ted Butkin, Kevin Siemers, Roy Staffeld, Rhonda Wioncek Berndt, Jeff MacZink, William Veteto.