Worship

We worship together, a community in Christ:

• Through our liturgy we learn the message of the WORD, reflect on our shortcomings, and ask forgiveness which is granted by God's grace.
• We offer prayers and praise to God who created us, redeemed us, and who continues to sustain us.
• Sacred music stirs us. Bible readings and the sermon reveal God's WORD of hope, comfort and challenge.
• We are reminded of God's gracious love for us through Jesus Christ, as we celebrate Holy Communion at every worship service.
• Children are welcome and invited to come up to the front for the children's sermon. Younger children may use our supervised nursery for the remainder of the service.
• We close each service with the call: "Go in peace, server the Lord", and the response, "Thanks be to God."

Service and Fellowship

The unconditional love of God is a gift, one that calls us, in turn, to help create in our midst a community of love, compassion and justice. It is important for each of us to discern the gifts we can offer to help in the building of this community.

Much of the work of St. Paul's is accomplished through six volunteer ministries, which are described in the following paragraphs. Participation in these activities lightens the burdens and leads to genuine fellowship.

Social groups at St. Paul's also foster fellowship through the sharing of interests and activities. The Young Adults Group, Primetime Fellowship, Group Dinners, and the Sword and Shield Club are to name a few.

The Ministries at St. Paul's

The following ministries are examples of our church in action. The goal of the ministries is to seek and implement specific ways to support and achieve the church's vision. Please call the church office if you are interested in volunteering.

Worship

• Schedule weekly services, music and special events
• Staffing for worship and liturgy (ushers, acolytes, communion assistants, layreaders, choir, greeters and altar guild)
• Provide nursery attendants during service

Support

• Supervises administration of the church staff and facilities
• Supports the mission of the church and its ministries
• Liaison with groups who use our facilities (Girl Scouts, Actors Group, Barber Shop, Murch Extended Days and AA Group)

Social Services

• Responds to the needs of the congregation and the greater community
• Provides resources and advocacy for those in need (shelter, food pantry, healing, jobs)
• Homeless shelters for men and families

Evangelism

• Hospitality and fellowship programs
• Assimilation of new members
• Communications

Education

• Sunday School
• St. Paul's Day Nursery School
• Adult discussion groups
• Youth Group
• Church library

Stewardship

• Develops, cultivates and cares for the gifts God has entrusted to us
• Encourages members to devote and offer their time, talent and treasure to further the work of the Gospel in the church community and the greater community
• Church investment committee

Worship Services and Sunday School

Worship Services: 8:30am and 11:00am

Summer Worship: 10:00am service

Sunday School: Chapel at 9:45am, Classes begin at 10:00am

Adult Discussion Group: 9:45am