Category Archives: Announcements

May 1st marks my 20th anniversary of serving at St. Paul’s—which doesn’t seem possible, unless the calendar has been quietly speeding things up behind my back. Over the years, there have been plenty of changes. Ministers have come and gone and members of our congregation have moved away or are now cheering us on fromContinue reading “Office Buzz 🐝”

Dearest readers, It seems the ledgers have been whispering once more… and Lady Ledgerton is, as ever, compelled to share. The first quarter of 2026—spanning January through March—has now made its debut, marking the opening chapter of this year’s accounts and endeavors. And with that, Lady Bottomline has a most delightful opportunity for us: anContinue reading “A Call for Auction Treasures”

If I’m being honest, joy in this season often sneaks up on me.It’s not always in the big, obvious moments. Sometimes it’s in the first time you hear kids laughing outside again after a long winter.Sometimes it’s in the sight of neighbors lingering a little longer in conversation on the sidewalk.Sometimes it’s in the simpleContinue reading “Joy That Sneaks Up on You”

Celebrating Life and the Planet Birthday and Earth Day! For anyone who has been on Facebook already this morning you will know that today is my birthday, and I share the day with Earth Day! Since my parents have passed away, I am always a little sad around my birthday. There’s something beautifully symbolic aboutContinue reading “Office Buzz 🐝”

Where we live, spring doesn’t arrive all at once. It negotiates its way in.One day the wind still bites, and the next you find yourself standing outside without a jacket, wondering when that happened. The snow retreats in stubborn patches, the ground softens, and there is that unmistakable smell of earth coming back to life.Continue reading “The Slow Miracle of Spring”

Holy Work (and Paper Jams) The church office might look like a place for emails, bulletins, and calendar juggling—but it’s really frontline ministry (just with more coffee and occasional printer battles). Every phone call matters. Every schedule helps something meaningful happen. And yes, even fixing that mysterious copier issue for the third time today isContinue reading “Office Buzz 🐝”

And just like that, we are in the season of Easter. Although the Easter egg hunts are over, the season of Easter in the church continues—celebrated all the way until May 24, when we reach Pentecost Sunday. There is something about Easter that refuses to stay inside the walls of the church. It spills out.Continue reading “We are in the Season of Easter”

Roast Turkey Supper Don’t wait—tickets are limited! 💐🦃 Please join us as we celebrate all the incredible moms and mother figures who make such a difference in our lives. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a wonderful evening of food, fellowship, and appreciation. Tickets are available at the office for our Roast Turkey SupperContinue reading “Mother’s Day”

…a brief message from our Minister – Pastor Tanis Podobni “As we gather at your table”… this is the first line in a familiar communion hymn that is often sung. The hymn continues and talks about listening to God’s word, knowing God’s presence and opening our hearts to let them be stirred. The words ofContinue reading “Fall 2023 Newsletter”