What's Happening at St. Paul's?
St. Nicholas Day (Dec 4, 2020)
COVID-19 means we will not be able to meet and turn in our gifts and receive our chocolate “gold” as usual. But we can still remember those in need. Donate to St. Nicholas at St. Paul’s by Dec 4. We will buy and distribute gift cards to the roughly 400 children at the agencies we support. To donate, Continue reading.
Continue readingAdult Formation in Advent
Join us this Advent as we gather online for Adult Formation on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. Click Continue Reading to learn more and to register for the online events.
Continue readingHeifer: Online “Living Gift Market”
In years past, St. Paul’s Church has donated to Heifer International during Sunday morning worship services and as alternative gifts to honor family and friends at Christmastime. This year, during the coronavirus pandemic when we are not meeting in person, this online Living Gift Market provides an excellent opportunity for our congregation to reach people in need, both near and far. Continue reading or Click HERE to donate.
Continue readingSt. Francis UMC Christmas Tree Sale
St. Francis UMC is having its annual Christmas Tree sale starting November 27, 2020 to benefit missions. Contact John Leskovec at (919) 418-2033 or leskovec@earthlink.net for further information.
Continue readingStewardship for 2021
Pray, Gather and Go Out – In spite of incredible challenges in 2020, the St. Paul’s community has found ways to Pray, Gather and Go Out. Our presence has grown, both online and in direct service to those around us. We’re going to need even more of your inspired generosity to meet and expand our reach in 2021. Pledge Online or Continue reading.
Continue readingLive Stream of Holy Eucharist at 9:00 AM on Sundays
Holy Eucharist with homily will be live streamed on St. Paul’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/stpaulscary/live) at 9:00 a.m. on Sundays. NOTE: Facebook account not required. A PDF of the Sunday bulletin for November 22, 2020 is available in letter size format. You may also watch videos of past services. The homily will also also be available on the website and podcast. Following the service on the 2nd and 4th Sundays, there will be a virtual coffee hour.
Holy Eucharist: facebook.com/stpaulscary/live
Bulletin: November-22-2020-Eucharistic-Prayer-B-Christ-the-King
Like what you see and hear? If you have a question, or you would like to connect in person, contact us at newcomer@stpaulscary.org and we will be happy to help you find your way.
Weekly Update Nov 22, 2020: A Letter from the Rector
Dear Friends, This week I would like to share information about Stewardship, Advent Adult Formation, Evening Prayer, Christmas Pageant, and Sunday worship. Read George’s letter.
Children’s Ministries Update
Click Continue reading for Natalie’s weekly email “St. Paul’s Children’s Ministries Resources & Update.”
Continue readingYouth News
Click Continue reading for Zack’s weekly email to the EYC community at St. Paul’s.
Continue readingFr. George’s Weekly Video
Each week, George Adamik provides us with a brief video with an update from St. Paul’s. See George’s video of November 19, 2020. See all the latest videos.
Morning Prayer on Facebook Live at 8:00 a.m. M-F
St. Paul’s will be conducting Morning Prayer at 8:00 a.m. Monday-Friday on Facebook Live. Tune in to St. Paul’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/stpaulscary). We will be using The Daily Office Morning Prayer Rite 2.
If you can’t tune in to the livestream at 8:00 a.m., you can also watch the recorded video on Facebook.
Virtual Coffee Hour Following 9:00 Service (2nd and 4th Sundays)
Please join us for Virtual Coffee Hour on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month after watching the 9:00 service on Facebook Live. Continue reading for the link.
Continue readingThe Liturgy of Compline
This week in the Hope for the Journey series, Fr. George offers a resource for Compline, the final prayer of the day.
Continue readingMen’s Beach Week Canceled for 2021
Sadly, Men’s Beach Week is canceled for 2021. Continue reading for more….
Continue readingWeekly Update Nov 13, 2020: A Letter from the Rector
Dear Friends, This week I would like to share information about the diocesan decision regarding Stage 1B, Vestry election, Adult Formation, stewardship, and this Sunday’s worship. Read George’s letter.
The Feast of Christ the King
This week in the Hope for the Journey series, Fr. Javier reflects on the Feast of Christ the King: “God demands our full, unrelenting, uncompromising allegiance, and that extends to the first citizens of God’s Kingdom too: the poor and the disenfranchised, the sick and the suffering, the meek, the forgotten, and those who have given into despair.”
Continue readingParish Meeting Recording
Learn about the many wonderful things that continue to happen at St. Paul’s despite the challenges of the 2020 pandemic. A recording of the parish meeting is now available on YouTube.
Continue readingBeware of Email Scam!
Once again, St. Paul’s parishioners have received emails pretending to be from one of the clergy. Our clergy will not ask you for a favor, gift cards, or any such items in an email. Do not respond to these emails. If you can do so, please report these scam emails to your email provider.
Racial Equity Movie Night
There’s still an open invitation for anyone wanting to attend the “Movie Night” discussions facilitated by Fr. Javier and Tad Richard. This is an ongoing gathering. We’re watching one movie a month on our own and…
Continue readingEndowment Board Announces Availability of Funds: Deadline Extended
Some good news for 2020! The St. Paul’s Endowment Board is delighted to announce that funds are available this year to further St. Paul’s efforts to know Christ and make Christ known in the world. The deadline to apply has been extended to November 30. Continue reading to apply.
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