Author: ronpar72

Peace to you, my friends! Jesus said, “I am the bread of life.” Last week (7/28), we looked at a couple of instances in scripture when people were frightened or anxious; but were reminded that God is always present, taking care of our needs, and reassuring us of his love and provision. The Gospel lesson… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 1 August 2024

Jesus says, “Do not be afraid.” What scares you or causes you to fret? The last two weeks, we learned about the peace of God which surpasses all understanding. This coming Sunday (7/28), we will see a couple of instances in scripture when people are frightened or anxious; but are reminded that God is present,… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 25 July 2024

The peace of the Lord be with you. We say this to each other every week as we shake hands or share hugs; but what are we really saying when we offer the peace of the Lord to others? Join us for worship this Sunday (7/21) at 9:30 a.m., when we will hear “Part Two” about… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 18 July 2024

The peace of the Lord be with you. We say this to each other every week as we shake hands or share hugs; but what are we really saying when we offer the peace of the Lord to others? Join us for worship this Sunday (7/14) at 9:30 a.m., as we learn more about the peace… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 11 July 2024

Who is Jesus to you? Last week (6/23), we joined the disciples of Jesus as they asked in amazement, “Who is this that even the wind and the waves obey him?” Even though they had spent countless hours with the man already, they were still making new and astounding discoveries about who Jesus was. Likewise,… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 27 June 2024

Who is Jesus to you? Last week (6/16), we heard about some of the ways in which everything is topsy-turvy in the Kin-dom of God – frequently using the least expected individuals to do the least expected things. Please join us for worship this Sunday (6/16) at 9:30 a.m., when we join the disciples of… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 20 June 2024

Greetings, Friends; and Happy Father’s Day (almost)! Did you know…? I am the Lord; I have spoken, and I will do it Last week (6/09), we heard about some of the struggles Jesus faced in his life of ministry, and we talked about who may obtain membership in the family of Christ (hint: “Whoever” –… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 13 June 2024

Hello, Dear Friends! I hope this letter finds you well, and that you have all recovered somewhat from our recent weather disasters. Here’s a look at what’s coming soon at St. Paul’s. A Grain of Wheat, A Withered Hand, and Clay Jars Last week (6/02), we heard what a grain of wheat, a withered hand,… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 6 June 2024

Greetings, One and All! I was pleased to hear from many of you that you survived last weekend’s tornado without physical injuries or structural damage to your homes. I hope that, by now, you have also managed to clean up the destruction to your yards, and that your electricity has been restored. Several of us… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 30 May 2024

Church on the Lake Last Sunday, May 19, we journeyed to Claremore Lake to have our Pentecost service outside – and what a glorious service it was! Our chefs provided quite a feast afterwards. Some might say that on Pentecost this year the Holy Spirit visited us in the form of smoke from a charcoal grill!… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 23 May 2024