LADIES Aid Meeting: Tuesday,  November 4, 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. We will finish the preparations to send the finished quilts to Lutheran World Relief!

 Remember too that Golden Oldies follows with a potluck lunch and dominoes.

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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!

Golden Oldies Meet at Noon on 1st Tuesday each Month
Next Meeting on Tuesday, November 4 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, November 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Notes from the October 7, 2025 Council meeting:

The meeting was called to order by Mike V and opened with a devotion by Mike M.

Treasurer’s Report: Income for September exceeded expenses by $2,658. The year to date net income is <$3,003.49>. Benevolence funds paid in September were sent to Lutheran World Relief and to the LCMC national organization.

Committees:

Finance: Reviewed the proposed 2026 Budget.

Fellowship: Upcoming meeting are listed in the Messenger.

Worship: Selecting hymns for next month; still looking for an organist; must order Advent candles; no volunteer to lead the Christmas Eve Pageant.

Property: Completed projects: Air filters in the gym were changed; Inspector from the Railroad Commission visited - we need a sticker on each AC unit in the Fellowship Hall hallway;  the condenser on the parsonage AC unit went out and has been repaired.

Old Business:

* The northwest door to the Fellowship Hall has been re-keyed for the Braille workers.

New Business:

* The office computer needs to be upgraded to Windows 11, as Windows 10 will no longer be supported after October 14th.

* The Annual Congregational Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, October 12, following church service.

* The agenda for the annual congregational meeting was reviewed.

The meeting adjourned with a prayer and the Lord's Prayer. Next meeting is Tuesday, November 11 at 6pm. Pastor Phil 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, November 18 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.)This fall we're exploring Paul's letters to the Corinthians—texts that speak directly to the tensions we still face: maintaining unity across differences, exercising spiritual gifts wisely, and living faithfully when the world pulls in other directions. We are meeting in person on Thursdays at 4:00 pm. and looking to have the classes posted on our YouTube pages by Monday of the following week. If you haven’t received the introductions to the class, simply ask Pastor Phil for a print out an email.

Family Ministry Expansion. We're working on developing new programs to better serve young families. The aim is simple: create spaces where children and parents can grow in faith together and find real connection within our church. To sharpen our approach, I have been talking to people who specializes in youth ministry. I've had the chance to connect with other pastors and leaders at the National LCMC Gathering, and it's been great to share ideas and learn from their amazing work with families!

 Fellowship Committee News for November 2025

The Fellowship Committee met on Sunday, September 21 and discussed many exciting ideas for fall and winter activities.

  In addition to Golden Oldies & Ladies Dominoes (above), please come assist us and enjoy these events…

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. (Special thanks to Dale S for providing the candy!)

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING MEAL: Thursday, November 27 at noon (Gym doors open at 11 am)

Join us for a community Thanksgiving lunch. The meal will be served at 12:00 noon. If you or anyone you know has nowhere to go and would like to share in this meal, please join us. The turkey, dressing, and gravy will be provided; all we ask is you bring a side dish or dessert.

FEEDING THE HOMELESS: Friday, November 14 at 4:00 pm (Prep at 10:00 am) at St. Paul Methodist in Georgetown

Background: At the beginning of the year in Georgetown there were only a handful of people who were homeless. Then the July 4th floods happened. The people who lost their RV homes are not getting any help from FEMA; now they are living on the street or in their cars. The total number of homeless is now up to 30 people-so far all adults and no children. Every Friday at 4:00 PM at St. Paul Methodist Church on Martin Luther King Street in Georgetown, volunteers provide a warm meal. Also on Sundays, a van comes by and people are able to take a shower.

Need: In the gym you will find 4 boxes marked for shoes, lightly used coats, snacks, and hygiene supplies. Two weeks ago I took some of the donated shoes and they were really welcomed. There was one gentleman who had size 13 shoes on and was complaining of discomfort. Someone donated size 14 high-tops-he put them on and was so excited he didn't have any foot pain. God's hand at work.

Food Prep: On Friday, November 14th we will be preparing a warm meal. Menu: spaghetti, green beans, French toast, and cookies. Preparing the food will start at 10:00 AM in the kitchen. Then we will take a break, and at 3:00 PM we will pack up the food and take it to Georgetown. We'll serve the meal at 4:00 PM.

Sign-up: On Sunday, October 26th there will be sign-up sheets for preparation assistance, serving, and making cookies. Cookies need to be at the church by 12:00 noon on Friday.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

o December 11, 12, and 13th: Ring the Red Kettle Bell for the Salvation Army at Walmart (grocery side) in Georgetown

o December 14th: Meal after the Christmas Cantata

o February 16th, 2026: Free Soup Supper

For any questions please contact Elaine S at 512-736-5224. Also watch your messenger for more information on these activities.

 Worship Committee Meets Next on Tues., November 11, 2025 at 5 p.m.

• The Worship Committee is still looking for an organist/pianist.  If you know of anyone who can play a piano or a keyboard please give Kathy B their name and phone number.  We have placed ads on two websites after receiving council approval and continue to pray for someone to answer our prayers and the ads.  
• Time and talent sheets have been turned in and will be given to the council.
• Thanksgiving services will be held on Wednesday evening at 7 PM.  Please make plans to attend.
• Order forms will be coming out for Poinsettias, so be looking for them in your bulletins.  All poinsettias will be red and the cost will be $10.00.
• No one has volunteered to be the director of the Christmas Eve program and as voted in the Congregational meeting if no one steps forwards we will have a candle light service in place of the program.
• We will be decorating the church for Christmas on Saturday, December 13th, starting at 9 AM.
• Please make plans to join us because the more hands we have the faster we will be able to finish.
• Mary Bolding will conduct a Christmas cantata on December 14th at the regular church service time.
• Hymns were picked from November 2nd  to November 30th.   

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, November 11,  2025, at 5:00  PM.   If you would like to participate in planning the services at St. Peter please come and join us

 
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!

 Saturday Preparations: Hosted by Zion Lutheran, you can join this social event as you learn how the sausage is made. Zion is asking for community volunteers in making bratwurst for this annual event. They start cutting up meat at 7:00 AM in their gym. Be sure to bring your knife.
       Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
       Starting Time: 7:00 a.m.
       Location: Zion Lutheran Church & School

 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

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

                                                 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.