LADIES Aid Meeting: Tuesday,  October 7, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

Please join us for our regular meeting and devotional message on the first Tuesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Then plan to stay for the Golden Oldies pot luck lunch and Mexican Train dominoes.

We will also finalize the plans for our annual outing to Blue Corn Harvest and to the Faith in Action Concert (Georgetown, Tx) at 6:30 pm on Thursday, October 23. We would love to see you!

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Reminder - St. Peter accepts electronic checks

Many people pay their bills on-line, and would prefer the convenience of electronic banking instead of donating at the collection plate.  For more details about the process, go to the St. Peter website at:

       http://stpeterwalburg.org/egiving.html

Sunday Worship Services - 10:15 AM, every Sunday

St. Peter Lutheran Church offers in-person worship services and adult Bible classes. Everybody is welcome to join us, but we urge anybody who is not feeling well to stay home. The planned service schedules can be found on the SERVICES page on this website. Recorded versions are also available on YouTube. We hope to see you soon!

                                                 Church Office Hours (Call first at 512-863-5600)

 Church Office Hours:                     Monday - Thursday       9am - 5pm, except on Holidays.

                                                          We are working on the schedule, so call to confirm who is available.

                                                          Pastor’s Day Off is Friday.                                               

Golden Oldies Meet at Noon on 1st Tuesday each Month
Next Meeting on Tuesday, October 7 at Noon

The Golden Oldies meet on the first Tuesday of each month (except holidays), at noon. Join us for a potluck lunch followed by Mexican Train dominoes. Join us and invite your family and friends to come, too.  

– Fellowship Committee

Next Council Meeting will be Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
(Meeting has been moved to earlier in the month due to the October Annual Meeting.)

Notes from the September 9, 2025 Council meeting:

The meeting opened with a devotion by Jerry B.

Treasurer’s Report: Income for August exceeded expenses by $13,330.69. The year to date net income is <$5,661.99>. Benevolence funds paid in August were sent to Community Foundation of the Hill Country (flood relief), Young Life of Georgetown, and the LCMC national organization.

Pastor’s Report: Continuing to make home visits in the coming weeks.

Committees:

Fellowship: Upcoming meeting is scheduled & the 2026 Budget has been submitted.

Worship: Selecting hymns for next month; Christmas Cantata practice is underway; & the 2026 Budget has been submitted.

Property: Completed projects: Replaced outdated 1987 A/C unit in education building hallway (completed by The Tall Guy A/C and Heating). Also installed new 13-ton A/C unit with heat strip in northwest corner of education building (no electric backup required).

Old Business:

* Constitutional amendments approved. Church council members will now serve 2-years terms.

* Met with Brotherhood Mutual Insurance to review current policy coverage for all church buildings

* Audit committee meeting scheduled for September 12th

* Kathy B is obtaining bids for housekeeping, groundskeeping, pest control services, and seeking an organist

New Business:

* Computer Backup System: External and internal backup systems for church office computer have been completed

* Office Transition: When we lost our office secretary, Stephanie H stepped up to take on additional responsibilities. However, she will need to step down from these duties in January 2026. We urgently need a volunteer to take over these responsibilities so Stephanie can provide proper training. Thank you, Stephanie, for your service during this critical time. (Details upon request.)

* Security Update: Northeast door to education building has been re-keyed for Braille workers

* Window Maintenance: Whitworth Stained Glass reports that the current Lexan covering on our stained glass windows is performing well

Upcoming Events:

* NATIONAL LCMC GATHERING: Oct. 5-9 at Hosanna Lutheran Church in Lakeville, Minnesota. (Pastor plans to attend.)

* ANNUAL MEETING scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 12 after church service.

The meeting adjourned with a prayer and the Lord's Prayer. Next meeting is Tuesday, October 7 at 6pm. Mike M will lead the devotion.

  St. Peter Quilters meet each Thursday (except holidays) from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join the St. Peter Quilters. Bring a lunch. They meet on Thursdays  from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Except for holidays)

Ladies Dominos  - Tuesday, October 21 at 1:00 pm

     LADIES DOMINOS is scheduled for the 3rd Tuesday at 1:00 pm.  We will play Mexican Train. Please invite your friends and neighbors to join us. Gwen E & Doris C will host.

Fellowship Committee

Faith Formation Bible Studies

Fall Bible Study: The Corinthian Letters Beginning this fall, we will dive into Paul's letters to the Corinthians. These epistles offer rich teaching on church unity, spiritual gifts, and living faithfully in a complex world. More details on meeting times and study materials will be provided in the coming weeks. (A brief introduction will be available before the lessons begin.)

Family Ministry Expansion. We are actively developing new programs to better serve young children and their parents. Our goal is to create meaningful opportunities for families to grown in faith together and build connections within the church community. In addition, Pastor Phil will discuss resources and ideas with experts at the LCMC National Gathering.

 Fellowship Committee News

The Fellowship Committee met on Sunday, September 21 and discussed many exciting ideas for fall and winter activities. Follow the upcoming Messenger newsletters for details on upcoming events.

  In addition to Golden Oldies & Ladies Dominoes (above), please come assist us and enjoy this youth outreach…

TRICK-OR-TREATER’S OUTREACH: Friday, October 31 at 5:00 pm

Come join us as we serve our community by passing out water bottles and candy to trick-or-treaters at Mickan Motor Company in Walburg. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with our neighbors and share Christ's love.

St. Peter Lutheran Church ANNUAL MEETING - Sunday, October 12, 2025 after Service

If you are a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church of Walburg, please plan to attend our 2025 ANNUAL MEETING . At this meeting, we set the budget for operations and salaries for employees & pastor in the coming year, and approve contractor bids. We may also take action on additional topics presented by the Council or raised from the floor. We need you present to ensure we have a quorum. Thanks.

If you wish to submit a bid for organist, groundskeeper, housekeeping or pest control work at St. Peter, bids must be completed and returned to the church office or to Council President by September 30, 2025.

Time & Talent Sheets for 2026 Due to Office by October 5

Time and talent sheets are an important part of the ministry at St. Peter because it helps the church strengthen the Body of Christ to which we all belong. Check each area that you can assist in service to Christ through these many areas of our church ministry.

Click HERE to download the form.

 Worship Committee Meets Next on Tues., October 7, 2025 at 5 p.m.

ORGANIST SEARCH: The Worship Committee is still looking for an organist/pianist. If you know of anyone who can play piano or keyboard, please provide their name and phone number to Kathy B. We have placed ads on two websites after receiving council approval and continue to pray for someone to answer our prayers and ads.

CANTATA PLANNING:  Mary B is organizing a Christmas cantata, so if you like to sing, come out to the practices which will be held on Thursday nights along with regular choir practices.

NEW MUSIC: Pastor Phil is still checking hymns on the CCLI  copyright listing and with Juanita to confirm which of them she knows.

MUSIC FOR UPCOMING SERVICES: Hymns have been selected for October 7th through 26th.

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, October 7,  2025, at 5:00  PM.   If you would like to participate in planning the services at St. Peter please come and join us.

SPECIAL THANKS: Since our September Council Meeting, Mike V and his helper have repainted the handicap parking bays. They look GREAT! Thank you again, Mike!

– Properties Committee & Council

 
Zion Lutheran's 53rd Annual Wurstbraten

You are invited to support our friends and neighbors at Zion Lutheran Church in Walburg at their annual Wurstbraten celebration!

 Dinner Event Details    
       Date: Monday, November 3, 2025
       Serving Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. (or until sold out)
       Location: Zion Lutheran Church & School
                        6001 FM 1105, Georgetown, TX 78626
       Drive-Thru Meal Plates - $15.00  (Cash, Check, or Card accepted - card fees apply)
       Each plate includes: Sausage, Sweet Potatoes, Sauerkraut, Green Beans, Bread & Pickles

 Smoked Sausage Sales - $10/pound
       Dates: Sunday, Nov. 2: 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. &  Monday, Nov. 3: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

 A portion of proceeds benefits other local non-profits.

Contact Info: 512.863.3065 | www.zionwalburg.org