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St. Paul's continued its dedication to the community by hosting another successful back-to-school item collection. The congregation generously donated backpacks, school supplies like paper, crayons, pens, pencils, tissues, and disinfecting wipes to support the Arborwood schools (K-4 building and 5-6 building). The campaign was a huge success, collecting over 58 backpacks along with a wide array of school supplies.
A heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed and prayed for this wonderful program!
Take a look at everything that was gathered!
The Care Crafters teamed up with the Outreach Committee to create "Bee Positives," adorable handmade bees paired with cards featuring an uplifting message.
During the August 24 Sunday service, the congregation added heartfelt personal notes and blessings to the back of each card.
These "Bee Positives" will be tucked into backpack pockets, bringing a delightful surprise to each student.
The AUGUST Newsletter Is Here! Check It out!
Chancel Choir rehearsals resume on Wednesday, August 27, at 7:15 p.m. Give it a try!
The Summer Community Education classes have wrapped up (see the articles below), but more classes are already being planned for Fall 2025 and into 2026. Stay tuned for updates on future offerings and check back regularly as details are finalized!
St. Paul's final Summer Community Education Class of 2025 was held on Thursday August 14, with 19 history enthusiasts attending. Participants enjoyed exploring each location and learning about its history.
A big thank you to Chris for leading the tour.
Check out the photos from the event!
St. Paul’s Community Education classes continued Wednesday August 13 with a Folk Dancing session led by Melanie Mascilak. Although the turnout was small, it didn’t diminish the joy of learning and dancing together!
Thank you, Melanie!
Check out the photos from the event!
St. Paul's 2025 Community Education classes began Tuesday August 12 with a fun and flavorful salsa-making and canning session led by Elise Dinwoody.
Thanks Elise!
Take a look at the photos from the event!
SUMMER HYMN SING!
Sunday, August 17 marked the final Summer Hymn Sing, featuring many wonderful hymns.
Keep an eye out for details on when the Fall Hymn Sing will take place!
Check out the pictures!
The Power of Communal Singing
adapted from “Discipleship Ministries - The United Methodist Church” https://www.umcdiscipleship.org
“Most of my early memories of singing happened in church. I sang and clapped enthusiastically every time we ended a service with “You Shall Go Out with Joy,” and I joined in loud and proud when we sang “Amazing Grace,” because I knew all the words. Church, for me, equaled singing. It would be impossible to recall a worship service that didn’t include singing.
As United Methodists, singing is in our DNA. Singing together is what some call a “mega-mechanism for bonding.” When we sing together, we align our breath and our focus toward the same goal, which, in the case of worship, is praising God and declaring what we believe to and with one another. In other words, it’s not just what we sing, but that we sing in worship that forms us.
In this week’s scripture, Col 1:15-28, Paul draws on the power of communal singing by quoting what scholars consider a communal hymn about Christ in the middle of his letter to the Colossians. When faced with plumbing the depths of the Incarnation, Paul turned to song. And through that song, Paul demonstrates what the image of the invisible means for us as the church, the body of Christ. In the extraordinary and the mundane, Christ came, and so, in the extraordinary and the mundane, we are called to embody Christ to the world with one another.”
How have you experienced God’s love and presence when you sing together in the St. Paul’s Church community?
Download The Power Of Communal Singing text and shared response form here.
Summer is nearly over, but there's still a few more weeks of special music to enjoy!
The final schedule for the Summer Special Music event features the following guest musicians:
August 17 - Amy Scott
August 24 - Chancel Choir Men’s Quartet
August 31 - Jennifer Johnson
Visit our Facebook Page for the service recordings where you can watch these performances!
The Chancel Choir Men’s Quartet graced the August 24 service with a beautiful rendition of “God of Our Fathers” during the offertory.
We truly appreciate you sharing your time and talents with us!
St. Paul's welcomed Amy Scott to the August 17th Sunday service, where she performed “What a Beautiful Name” for the offertory. Amy has an extensive musical background and currently serves as the Executive Director of Tecumseh Center for the Arts. A native of Lenawee, Amy is also the sister-in-law of Staci Dreger, the Director of Music Ministries, Pianist, and Organist here at St. Paul's.
Thank you, Amy, for spending the morning with us and sharing your incredible talents!
To see what’s happening where Amy works, check out the Tecumseh Center For The Arts website.
Come worship with us each Sunday, then join us for the social hour for great fellowship and refreshing snacks!
The Care Craft Group meets every other Thursday at 9:30 AM in Fellowship Hall. Contact Emilie La Roux if you have any questions.
Care Craft Group
The Care Craft Group is a wonderful initiative that brings together people with a passion for crafting and charity. Their bi-weekly gatherings are not just about creating beautiful crafts, but also about fostering a sense of community and kinship. By gifting their handmade items, they spread joy and warmth throughout the community. It's a heartwarming example of how shared interests and generosity can enrich the lives of many. If you're looking to contribute to your community, this group is a delightful opportunity to do both. Projects created to date include: laminated bookmarks, letters included with care packages to those away at school, and paper flowers, Thanksgiving leaves.
Even if you don’t feel you are “crafty”, join us to visit, have coffee/tea and simply enjoy the time together.
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Services, Activities, and Events
Sundays:
9:30 AM Worship Service (Streamed Live on Facebook)
10:45 AM Social Gathering after worship service. Join Us!
10:45 AM Sunday School Adults (October - May)
1st Sunday of the month: Communion Served during Worship Service
Tuesdays:
9:00 AM Walking in the Gym: There is a group of walkers that meet on Tuesday mornings in the gym to walk from about 9 AM to 10 AM. Feel free to come anytime during the hour to join in
11:00 AM AA Meeting
6:00 PM GodWorks! Take out meals open to the community, hosted by various groups
Wednesdays:
9:00 AM Staff Meeting
11:00 AM AA Meeting
12:00 PM Kiwanis Monroe Meeting
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM Praise Ringers (hand bell) Rehearsal (September - May)
7:30 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal (September - May)
Thursdays:
9:30 AM Care Craft Group (meets every other week)
6:00 PM Civil Air Patrol
Upcoming Events:
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