What's Happening at St. Paul's?

Photos of Halloween Carnival 2019 Posted

Photos of Halloween Carnival, held October 20, 2019 are posted. Click HERE.

Vestry Candidates for 2020

Candidates for Vestry, class of 2020-2022 are: Vicki Bradley, Kay Burgess, Robert Lyerly, Francine Pearce, Allan Thunes, and Guy Vitaglione. Click HERE for biographies of the candidates. Plan to come to the parish meeting on Sunday, November 3, 2019 after the 9:00 service and VOTE!

Stewardship Update

St. Paul’s Vision 2020 campaign for the operating budget is underway! As we work, walk, seek, welcome, and care together for a better world, we begin that journey in our little corner at St. Paul’s. Wherever you are in your giving journey, start right there and step forward, in faith. Your commitment in the form of a pledge allows us to plan for the future and grow all the amazing programs and ministries we’re so fortunate to offer at St. Paul’s. Extra pledge forms are available in the narthex. You may also click HERE to pledge.

Fellowship Events Team News

The Fellowship Events Team (FET) is meeting on Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 12:30 in the Conference Room. New members are welcome to come! Continue reading for more FET news.

Veteran’s Names Needed (by Oct 31, 2019)

Veterans and Military Outreach (VMO) is collecting names of veterans and military members for special acknowledgement on Veteran’s Day in November. Please submit names and branch of service no later than October 31, 2019, to VMO@stpaulscary.org.

Fall Blood Drive (Nov 6, 2019)

The fall blood drive will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 in collaboration with Cary Presbyterian Church in their fellowship hall from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Click HERE to sign up today! Continue reading for details.

Arts & Crafts Festival for Outreach (Nov 9, 2019)

The Arts & Crafts Festival for Outreach will be held Saturday, November 9, 2019, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We will have artwork and handmade crafts from local artisans, hand-knit and crocheted items from Prayer Stitchers, handmade items from members of St. Paul’s, raffles, coffee bar, bake sale, lunch options, food trucks, and book sale. Proceeds will go to outreach missions. Click HERE for the festival home page with more details.

Photos Posted of Lobster Fest and Blessing of the Animals, 2019

Photos are posted of Lobster Fest, held Oct 5, 2019 and Blessing of the Animals, held Oct 6, 2019.

What’s Happening in Children’s Ministries (Oct 20, 2019)

Weekly news from the Children’s Ministries (childrensministries@stpaulscary.org). Click Continue reading below.

Youth News (Oct 20, 2019)

This post is a weekly youth news update from Zack Rugen, Youth Ministries Coordinator (youth@stpaulscary.org). Click Continue reading below.

Adult Formation

For adult formation offerings, click Continue reading.

Coffee Hour Highlights

Sunday, October 27: The Memorial Garden Ministry hosts coffee hour. Click HERE for more on the Memorial Garden.Continue reading for more.

Youth Volunteers Needed

With a youth minister and a new school year upon us, volunteers are needed to participate in youth ministry events! Your age, how much teen culture you know, and whether or not you’re a Biblical Scholar are not important. What is important is your love for God, a willingness to listen to (and learn from) the youth, and a great attitude. Email Zack Rugen at youth@stpaulscary.org for more information.

Items Needed for Arts and Crafts Festival

Do you have a hobby? Painting, ceramics, quilting, woodworking, something else? The Arts & Crafts Festival for Outreach is looking for donations of new, handmade items to sell at the St. Paul’s Table. The Festival will take place on Saturday, Nov 9, 2019 with proceeds going to outreach ministries. If you have items to donate, please contact Sally Moller, sbm2@nc.rr.com.

Fall ASP Chore Day (Nov 16, 2019)

Fall ASP Chore day is Saturday, November 16, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Need some help clearing those leaves? Maybe some help in the yard or even washing your car! ASP volunteers are here to help. Continue reading for more and to sign up.

Women’s Study Group: Evening or Weekend Section?

There is some interest in starting a section of the Women’s Study Group that would meet on weekends or an evening during the week. If you are interested in this, please email Aubrey Comperatore at acomperatore@gmail.com. Continue reading
for more.

Holy Land Pilgrimage 2020

The Diocese of North Carolina is taking a group on pilgrimage to the Holy Land at the end of January 2020. The trip will be led by Bishop Anne Hodges-Copple and includes visits to Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Galilee, and more. Continue reading for more and to sign up.

Loss of Spouse Group

The Care & Share team would like to make parishioners aware of a new resource: a Loss of Spouse Group, hosted by the Kirk of Kildaire Presbyterian Church and open to community members who have lost their spouse within the past 3 years. Continue reading for more.

Greeters Needed

We are restarting the greeter ministry at St. Paul’s. Greeters will be an initial point of contact to visitors and newcomers making them feel welcome at St. Paul’s. If you would like to be a part of this exciting and valuable ministry, please contact Karen Smith at (919) 360-1469 or karenlsmith111@gmail.com.

Dorcas Ministries News

St. Paul’s has been asked to help on an ongoing basis at the Dorcas Food Pantry on 2nd and 4th Saturdays starting Oct 12, 2019. This is a great opportunity for families and small groups to help neighbors in need. Continue reading for more and to sign up.

Bulletin Announcements for Sunday, Oct 20, 2019

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