Bulletin 5.26.2024

CHURCH BULLETIN &

Church Family the following items will help us serve with greater efficiency:

• Sunday Bulletin Submissions: Please ensure all items for the Sunday Bulletin are submitted to the Church Office no later than 12 noon on Wednesday. You can email your announcement information to assistantsecretary@stpaulsbaptist.org.

Any submissions received after the deadline will be included in the next available Sunday Bulletin.

• In-Service Ministry Announcements: If you have announcements for in-service ministries, kindly send them to spbcannouncementministry@gmail.com. These announcements will be made during Pastoral Emphasis and St. Paul’s ministry news segments only. The deadline for these announcements is Monday. The advertisement will run three weeks prior to the event date.

• Pastoral Emphasis and Sunday Announcements: To have your announcement included in Pastoral Emphasis or to request an announcement on Sunday, please submit your information by 12 noon on Friday. You can reach us at 610.692.2446 Ext. 140 or email your announcement details to churchoffice@stpaulsbaptist.org.

• Graphic Design and Printing Requests: For events requiring graphic design work and/or printing such as flyers, banners, programs, or booklets, please submit your request at least 14 days (2 weeks) prior to the event.

These guidelines help ensure timely and effective communication within our community. Thank you for your cooperation!

Communication with Pastor: We understand that urgent matters may arise between Friday and Sunday, necessitating communication with Pastor. However, to minimize distractions for Pastor as he prepares for worship on Sunday mornings, please refrain from sending notes requesting announcements unless it is an emergency. Your understanding and cooperation in this matter are greatly appreciated. Thank you.

MAY IS

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a time to share the importance of mental health and wellness, and to celebrate recovery from mental illness.

If you are concerned about your mental health or about someone you know, call, chat, or text 988. This 24 hour a day, 7 day a week lifeline provides free and confdential support in English, Spanish and to people who are deaf and hard of hearing.

Go to FindSupport.gov for issues with mental health, drugs, or alcohol. The website provides information (in Spanish and English) on fnding health care or support, how to cope, learn about treatment and how to pay for treatment, how to help someone, and how to get help now.

Whether we share resources, encourage others to seek help, or simply are there for someone when they need us, we instill hope and can help others to reach out when they need to most.

This month, talk with your loved ones. Talking about mental health promotes acceptance and encourages people to seek help.

MISSIONARY MINISTRY

KINDNESS BAGS PROJECT And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifice God is pleased. Hebrews 13:16 Missionary Ministry will be collecting for Kindness Bags to be given to the area community centers (such as Safe Harbor women shelters etc.) We are asking that you give and put the items in the bins in the hall for the month of May 2024.

We are asking for donations of any of the following items: Soap Combs Toiletries

Tampons/Pads Socks (Men & Women) Mini Deodorant

DONATE NOW BASIC NEEDS BOXES ARE LOCATED IN THE MAIN ENTRANCE

Cracker Packs Hygiene Products Fruit Snacks

Lotion Toothpaste Wet Ones

COME ONE, COME ALL! Ages 8 & up

Join the Rotary Club of Coatesville, ORION Communities, and the author of “I Am Loved” by Laura Smith, to raise awareness about the importance of acknowledging children’s Mental Health Don’t wait until your child becomes a teen, understand their feelings now!

FREE autographed copy of “I Am Loved” ~ Snacks will be served ~

Saturday, June 1 11:00am - 12:30pm

Coatesville Area Public Library 501 E Lincoln Hwy, Coatesville, PA

Please register your child at coatesvillelibrary.org or call 610-384-4115 All children must be accompanied by an adult PROGRAM INCLUDES Reading by Rotarian Ryan Igbanol “You’ve Got Dragons” helps children deal with things they are afraid of. It helps them understand it is normal to be afraid and that you can slay that dragon that is bothering you. The dragon is the different things you are afraid of, which can bring on anxiety. It’s good for all ages!

Reading by Author, Laura Smith “I Am Loved” talks about making bad choices and how to overcome the feelings that come along with it. It’s a story that teaches children its ok to make mis-takes and how to problem solve.

Your achievements deserve recognition! Scan the QR code to complete our online form and join us in celebrating our graduates the St. Paul's way, no matter what stage of education you're completing!

Registration Deadline: May 31, 2024

Come Meet the

MLK KNITTERS Would you like to lean into your crafty side or find out how easy knitting can be?

Come join us to knit for a cause and fellowship with the Unitarian Congregation of West Chester.

You don't need experience, knitting needles, or supplies. Our current project supports hats for babies through the Maternal Child Health Consortium of Chester County.

Ages 10 and over are welcome! Come and bring a friend!

We will meet at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall on Tuesday, June 4th.

If you have questions, contact Deacon Ghana Rowell after church or email Ghana.Rowell@StPaulsBaptist.org; put “Knitting” in your subject line.

We are excited to welcome all who are interested!

IN NURSING HOMES

Sister Geneva Porter Rockland Place - Room 230 1519 Rockland Road Wilmington, DE 19803

Sis Deedra Matthews Pembrooke - Room 226 1120 West Chester Pike West Chester, PA 19382

CONVALESCING AT HOME

Deacon Jesse Craig Sister Lurerlene Crook Brother Lynell Laws Brother Albert "Skeater" Hill Sister Sonya Combs-Adams Sister Sandra Springfield 513-593-1805

Sis Virginia Barbarin Be sure and remember to lift our members up in prayer. Maturing in age can be difficult, scary, and sometimes very lonely. You can make a difference by sending a “Thinking of You” card, or giving them a call just to say, “You were on my mind”. Let us not forget that we are here because someone prayed for us.

CLOTHING MINISTRY We Need Your Help

We are currently accepting spring and summer clothing, dresses, shoes, etc., along with infants, children, and young adult apparel.

Donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday during regular office hours (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.).

Should an emergency arise, please call the church office at 610.692.2446, as one of your volunteers are happy to assist.

Open Hours TUESDAYS

1:00 PM - 3:00PM

WAYS TO

GIVE

Tithes & Offering

Sunday School

Seba Academy

Scholarship

Building

Missions Thanksgiving Outreach

1. Giving Mobile App 2. Online Giving website 3. United States Postal Service 4. Your Bank- Bill Pay 5. Text Dollar Amout to 84321

Even When We Can’t Be Physically Together, our Giving Makes a Difference

Sermon NOTES

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