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September 6, 2026
Save the Date: Greg Finke Returns on September 20
Author and pastor Greg Finke is returning to preach on Sunday, September 20 followed by a Lunch & Learn after worship! We will celebrate what God has done through our Joining Jesus groups and launching his follow-up book, Joining Jesus – Show Me How. Join us for practical tools on how to disciple everyday missionaries in your home, workplace, and neighborhood. Books will be available for purchase, and we will be forming a steering team to work with Greg over the next 6 months to take this next step in our Joining Jesus journey. Please RSVP for the lunch by September 13.
Rally Sunday
Sunday, September 13 the fellowship committee will provide breakfast pastries! There will also be a variety of children’s activities in the education wing of the church from 9am-11am.
Worship services will be at 8am, 9:15am and 10:30am.
Faith 101: Dumb Things Smart Christians Believe
Our Wednesday night discussion group Faith 101 continues this fall starting September 9 at 6:30pm. We hope to have a mixture of high school youth and adults for these discussions. We will begin talking about myths in Christian thinking using Larry Osborne's book "10 Dumb Things Smart Christians Believe". After an introduction week, the first 2 topics will be "Faith Can Fix Anything" and "Forgiving Means Forgetting". All are welcome to this group discussion. Contact Pastor Mike (pastormike@splc.church) be added to an email list for updates on the group.
Youth Ministry Donations Needed
Confirmation and Sunday School are about to begin, so if you are shopping, please keep Children and Youth Ministry in mind. With all the events we have coming up- we can always use bags of CANDY! Thank You
GriefShare Fall Session Starts Sept 12 & 14
GriefShare is a 13 week seminar and support group designed to help people process grief over the death of a loved one. There will be two group options this fall meeting on Saturdays at 9am or Mondays at 1pm.
Sign up: https://find.griefshare.org/ministries/203084
Contact Pastor Mike (pastormike@splc.church) with any questions or for more information.
Choir is Back!
St. Paul's choir is up and running and we'd love to have some more singers! There are no auditions or requirements - just a love of singing. We rehearse on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm and sing approximately twice a month at the 8:00 and 9:15 services (early at 9:15 so you don't have to sit through two services). If you are interested just come on a Wednesday or contact Stacey Lewandowski (stacey.l@splc.church) for more information. We'd love to see you!
Creator’s Circle
Join us for Creator's Circle on Saturday, September 12 from 9am-noon at the Church House. It is a great time to work on your favorite craft or hobby and enjoy great conversation. All are welcome. Sign up in the blue folder.
It’s Not Too Late to Schedule your Church Directory Photos
The Church Directory photo scheduling is underway. It’s not too late to schedule a portrait time for your family. Everyone is included; members, regular attenders, prospective members and YOU! Sign up in Fellowship Hall this morning in between services, online at https://cutt.ly/SPLC-directory and follow the prompts with-
Church Code: MN658 Church Password: MNmembers658
or call the church office. This is a great opportunity for a professional portrait in the comfort of your own church! For participating your family will receive a free 8x10 portrait and Church Directory.
Breakfast at Neighbors
A group of church members will meet at Neighbors in Albertville for breakfast on September 12th at 9am for a time of fellowship. You are welcome to join!
Worship Attendance
8am: 68
9:15am:154
Online: 70
Total: 292
Last Week’s Offering:
Online Giving: $2,767
Offering: $4,289
Haiti: $330
Building: $165
Stained Glass: $30
Total: $7,581
PASTOR'S MESSAGE
PASTOR'S MESSAGE
September 2026
September 2026
Welcoming Back Greg Finke: Practical Discipleship on September 20th
We are excited to welcome back author and pastor Greg Finke to share a message and teaching
time on Sunday, September 20th.
Over the years, as Greg has visited us, his book Joining Jesus on His Mission transformed how
many of us view our daily lives. Through our Joining Jesus small groups, we learned how to spot
where God is already at work in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and schools—and simply join
Him. Now, it is time to take the next step in our journey together.
Event Schedule
· Morning Services: Greg will preach during our morning worship services, offering fresh
encouragement for everyday missionaries.
· Lunch & Learn: Immediately following morning worship, join us for a fellowship meal and
interactive session with Greg.
Kicking Off Our Next Book: Joining Jesus – Show Me How
During the Lunch & Learn, we will officially launch our next congregational initiative focused on
Greg’s follow-up book, Joining Jesus – Show Me How: How to Disciple Everyday Missionaries.
While the first book helped us recognize where Jesus is working, this next installment opens
doors on how to come alongside others and show them how to follow Him, too. It offers simple,
practical tools to help family members, friends, and neighbors experience life with Christ. From
this event, we will gather a group of leaders that will work with Greg over the next six months to
steer our successful Joining Jesus culture into the next phase.
How to Get Involved
· Save the Date: Mark September 20th on your calendar.
· RSVP for Lunch by Sept 13: Sign up via email or by calling the office so we can prepare enough
food.
· Get Your Book: Copies of Joining Jesus – Show Me How will be available for purchase at the
Lunch & Learn, along with details on upcoming small group opportunities.
Whether you participated in our first Joining Jesus groups or are brand new to the conversation,
there is a place for you. Come ready to be encouraged, equipped, and inspired!
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