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As the air grows crisper, I’m reminded that fall is my favorite season. The chilly nights, the jackets and sweatshirts, the rustling leaves – they are all delightful to me. Perhaps it’s that, despite its place two-thirds of the way through the calend…
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Early in the morning, at 5:45 a.m. when the sun is thinking about starting its day, Tom Philip heads out of his office to make a short trek to an oddly shaped, very tall garage. He carries an uninflated specialized balloon attached to a small box cal…
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A suggestion that St. Paul could use more designated parking spots closer to the building for people with a variety of circumstances has resulted in the reconfiguration of a row of parking close to the building. In the lot closest to St. Paul’s south…
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Following a late summer search process, Erika Lindebraekke was selected as the new children’s ministry assistant, beginning Oct. 1. The previous person to hold that post, Eyreka Barnes, is stepping away to have more time with her family. Erika is ori…
They break bread in worship, then they share a meal. The Golden Agers Worship & Luncheon is a joy-filled annual tradition at St. Paul. For those who are age 75 and older, it’s a time of togetherness – a message, songs, entertainment, and food. Th…
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If you ask an ornithologist about the Canada Goose, maybe they’ll tell you about bone structure or eating habits. City planners and urban developers would likely refer to them as a public nuisance in suburban green spaces. My three-year-old has yet t…
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Lucas Teasdale has been painting his whole life. He’s been taking art lessons since he was 4 years old. At his family’s kitchen table, or living room couch, or desk in his bedroom, Lucas enjoys exploring all different kinds of art – digital, animatio…
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Three-year-old Quinn Waters lives in a suburban home just outside Boston, Massachusetts. Like many kids his age, Quinn loves things like going to the park, swimming at the nearby pool, or trying to keep up with his older siblings. Unfortunately, this…
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Editor’s note: Justine Stamer is a St. Paul member who grew up in the Bahamas. She recently shared her thoughts about her home and Hurrican Dorian. What was it like growing up in the Bahamas? During the week we were at our family business (marine sto…
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The house on the corner of Grand and Walling Court in Davenport has seen better days in its 120 years. The windows are boarded up, grass and trees are overgrown, garbage covers the floors, and plumbing and electrical systems need some serious attenti…
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At 16 years old, Greta Thunberg has sat down with world leaders, spoken to crowds of thousands, and addressed countless journalists. While others her age might be studying trigonometry and going to homecoming, she’s inspiring youth around the world t…
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Ask yourself to name your most contented moments in life and chances are good you’ll think of times when everything clicked. Positive circumstances prevailed. A relationship came together beautifully. Life worked in your favor. You were at peace. I w…