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TRANSITION REFLECTIONS THIS SUNDAY AFTER WORSHIP!

The work of the congregation is centered on its relationship with God – that is especially true during times of transition. As we seek a new rostered minister, our work will be rooted in and guided by Bible study. So join the Transition Team THIS SUNDAY after worship to share your thoughts! The conversation is inspired by Isaiah 43:19 I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth; do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. Consider what you’ve experienced at Saint Peter. What rivers have you enjoyed, forded, or navigated? Have the rivers been lazy and comfortable? Have there also been rapids? What wilderness have you traveled? What’s helped you along in the journey? How have you supported others in their pilgrimage? What’s inspired you? What’s held you back? Come share in small-group discussion (with snacks!) directly after worship in Fellowship Hall or attend via Zoom.

UPDATED CHURCH HOURS

To best support the staff, the church office will be open Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM MS. MARY

DEAR SAINT PETER COMMUNITY,

I am deeply grateful for the support and the opportunities you’ve provided me to learn and to grow in my position as Coordinator of Family Ministries at Saint Peter Lutheran Church over the past three years and ten months. Working in this position has strengthened my own faith life, and it has been an honor to serve with and for this exceptional community of faith. Your trust and confidence enabled me to create, innovate, and initiate new programs, knowing you walked alongside me and in many cases, worked directly with me on our many projects.

I have faithfully prayed for discernment regarding my decision to step away from this position, effective August 4, 2024. It has been a difficult decision as I love this community and I have made deep and lasting friendships. My hope is that my love for and service to you is commensurate with the love and service I have experienced from each of you. Thank you for giving me this extraordinary opportunity. I look forward to seeing what God has in store for me and for each of us.

With Deep Gratitude,
Mary Pratt/Ms. Mary

THANK YOU TO ALL DAY CAMP PARTICIPANTS AND HELPERS!

UC HEALTH’S “STEPPING ON” PROGRAM OFFERED AT SAINT PETER STARTING TUESDAY OCT. 1

These sessions will focus on learning simple and fun balance and strength training, the role of vision in ensuring balance, eliminating fall hazards in your home and choosing safe footwear, among other topics.

• Who: Anyone 60 years old and up

• What: Research based FREE program proven to reduce falls in our over 60 population

• Where: Saint Peter Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall

• When: Tuesdays Oct. 1 - Nov. 12 (1-3:00 p.m.)

• Why: To prevent falls and live our best lives

• How: Watch for a link to register. Paper registrations will be made available also.

Please see Ms. Mary if you are interested in this opportunity (mpratt@stplc.org)!

WHO’S WHO AT SAINT PETER?

Last week we learned that Dave McGaw spent his weekends washing postal trucks at his dad’s gas station/garage. Now can you guess which Saint Peter member is originally from Ankeny, Iowa? They say that their superpower is handling BIG messes. Check out this week’s newsletter for the reveal. Send Arielle (awilson@stplc.org) pictures and a few trivia pieces, and you might be featured in an upcoming newsletter. Make connections and start conversations with your Saint Peter community!

SAVE THE DATE! WE RUN SO THEY MAY WALK 5K: AUG 24

Register NOW for the 16th Annual “We Run So They May Walk” 5K Race to support Tanzanian missions!

The event is Saturday, August 24. SIGN UP NOW! Read all about why StPLC supports these critical medical missions here. The “We Run So They May Walk” 5K is a family-friendly event featuring a beautiful walk or run through the neighborhood. There will be kids’ activities, music, food, and door prizes. It will probably be a hot day, but in addition to food from Msosi Kenyan Cuisine, we will also have ice cream and other treats available from Aunt Lulu’s Cotton Candy food truck!

Are you interested in helping to plan or sponsor? Please reach out to Terri Mohrhaus, Valerie Watkins or Carol Mayer!

GOD’S WORK. OUR HANDS.

This year, GWOH is scheduled for Sunday, September 8, and WE NEED YOU to help organize Saint Peter’s participation in this annual event! We want to provide multiple opportunities for members of all ages to serve the community and reflect the light of Christ in the world. Please prayerfully consider if you can help with this amazing ministry! Do you know of great opportunities and projects? Share your ideas! Contact a council member and let us know (council@stplc.org)!

HELP SPREAD THE WORD WITH AN StPLC GOOGLE REVIEW!

If you haven’t already left a review online, please take a couple of minutes this week to share with the online world what you think is special about our South Denver church. It’s free to do and will only take you a couple of minutes. You can find instructions from Google here. You can find the Saint Peter listing here.