Wednesday Community Nights
Starting Wednesday, September 20, a simple supper awaits members and guests of St. Paul’s. This program is an opportunity for those of all ages to “break bread” together in the middle of the week. Food for the spirit is provided at 5:30 p.m. in the form of Eucharist in the main church. Food for the body will be served in the form of a simple supper at 6:10 p.m. in the parish hall. Diners are invited to give a small donation to cover the cost of the meal with the money exceeding expenses going to the CHUM food shelf. Food for the mind and heart will follow from 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. in the form of various programs/reflections/events. It is hoped that members will stay for one of the options that will be available after the meal. The options will be announced in the bulletin and monthly messenger but may include adult discussion book club, young parent's group, young adults group, children’s choir and bell choir practice, and occasionally an event for all ages to participate in together. Childcare will be provided in the nursery for younger children and older children will be supervised in the preschool room on the lower level where they can do homework, read, draw, or play board games together.
Tentative Themes for the months:
| September—celebrate our new rector: |
After gathering for our rector’s installation on September 13, the first two community & Christian formation director nights will focus on getting to know Bill and Sue and asking them any questions you might have |
| October—celebrate our church: |
For those new to the church, those who have joined in recent years and those whose family has been a part of the church for generations; come and celebrate what makes the Episcopal Church and St. Paul’s so special |
| November—celebrate our blessings: |
Stewardship is not a dreaded word! Come and hear how each of us can live a life of gratitude for our many blessings |
| December—celebrate the season: |
Come all who are weary of shopping and the
busyness of the season, rest in a few |
| January—celebrate the Bible: |
How do Episcopalians interpret the Bible? Come and learn more about the bible and how it can be a spiritual resource for our lives |
| February—celebrate relationships: |
God’s love manifests itself in many ways, share in the journeys of those who live in various types of relationships as they share the blessings, failings, joys and challenges and join in a special valentine’s meal |
| March—celebrate Lent: |
Parishioners will share an aspect of their faith journey in People of Faith; Issues that Matter |
| April—celebrate prayer: |
Come and experience different types of prayer as we explore how the Holy One enters our lives |
| May—celebrate transitions: |
New births, graduations, marriages, divorce, retirement, children leaving home, job changes, all life transitions play a big part in our lives; come, hear, share and learn how |