Join us at St. Paul's UCC for Messy Church on April 14 at 4 p.m.! We will explore the story of Jesus' disciple Peter. All are invited, and children need to be accompanied by an adult. Expect a lively afternoon filled with engaging activities and crafts in our fellowship hall, followed by a time of celebration in the sanctuary. We will conclude with a family-style meal together. Come and enjoy the Messy Church experience with us! Kindly RSVP so we can prepare enough supplies and food for everyone.

Jesus invites a diverse group of individuals to "follow him," urging them to make decisions that reflect his teachings and to show compassion towards others. Just like Peter, our journey of discipleship will have its share of joy, challenges, and moments of testing faith. Despite this, Jesus knows and continues to encourage us to "follow him."

Final Spring Clean-Out Day is April 11 at 5:30 p.m. We still need your help with moving everything out of the garage. Thank you for all your help! —Jacob Koch and your Property and Grounds Team

Our 10:30 a.m. Celebration Service will include trumpet, organ, and extra special vocal music from the Senior Choir and Jaime and Sophia Namminga. It’s promising to be a deeply moving and meaningful Easter celebration with the Groundbreaking for our Renewing St. Paul’s renovation project following the service on the front lawn. We are excited to experience the joy of Easter with you.

Invite a friend to join us in experiencing true Easter joy. We will explore how we can be raised and set free from what constrains us: grief, addiction, oppression, illness, and suffering. We will unlock the fullness of life that God created for us. We will start our Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m. by the Easter Fire on the front lawn and walk with candles into the dark sanctuary which represents the tomb. We join Mary Magdalene who meets the Living Christ.

Community Good Friday Service - March 29, 12-3 p.m. at Sharon Lutheran Church on Market Street in Selinsgrove - The Selinsgrove Ministerium invites you to experience the meaning of Jesus’ journey to the cross. Many of our local churches, pastors, and musicians participate in this outstanding service. Together we will explore Jesus’ Seven Last Words. St. Paul’s Senior Choir will sing, and Pastor Dietmar will share in the service with many of his colleagues. Our St. Paul’s segment of the service is from 12:20-12:40 p.m.

Maundy Thursday, March 28, at 7 p.m. - Join us for a moving service on Holy Thursday. We will immerse ourselves in Jesus’ Passion and explore its meaning for us. We will commune together with bread and grapes as we remember Jesus’ Passover Meal. Then we will walk with Jesus into the darkness during the Tenebrae part of the service with the traditional Seven Last Words. The Senior Choir will share “Angels Bore His Soul Away.”

This Palm Sunday, we invite you to explore a delightful array of vintage church treasures in our fellowship hall. Browse through a variety of items, from timeless decor pieces to one-of-a-kind trinkets, hymnals, kitchen items, etc. and choose your favorites to take home. These are all items that were unearthed during the recent cleanout of various storage rooms and closets here at St. Paul’s, and they now need a new home. Feel free to make a donation to St. Paul’s if something captures your heart. Come and see what you can find!

The March Meet and Eat will be on March 24 (Palm Sunday). We will provide sandwich fixings and drinks and you are welcome to bring a dessert with you if you’d like. Come enjoy a nice relaxed lunch along with conversation and fellowship after our service! Please sign up so we can better plan the amount of food.

How do you believe something that is unbelievable? The women at the tomb that morning must have thought they were crazy. I think most of us would think it was a dream. It was only when these women were reminded of their teacher’s words that they snapped out of their confusion. Sometimes it is difficult for us to snap out of our confusion about our faith too. When Easter comes every year, we are reminded of the beautiful and amazing mystery that is the resurrection of Jesus. It helps us to snap out of our daze and remember that this was foretold for generations and that believers all over the world continue to tell this story to those who listen. We believe because we have faith and we tell the story with joy, just like the women told the disciples. Each time we tell the story our faith grows, as does our love for Jesus Christ.

Come to Easter Messy Church on March 10 at 4 p.m. and explore the joy of Easter with us! Please sign up so we know you’re coming.

The first Meet and Eat of 2024 will be Sunday, February 18, immediately following the worship service. Please sign up to help us plan the food. If you want, you can bring a dessert. Please join us for some delicious food and fellowship!

Messy Church in January is all about growing in faith. Let’s climb into the DiscipleSHIP and set sail on our journey with Christ. We can ask tough questions, and it’s okay to have questions and doubts. God can speak to us in infinite ways. Come join the fun and fellowSHIP! See you on January 14 at 4. As always, children must be accompanied by an adult, and EVERYBODY is welcome!

Join us for the most moving services of the year on Christmas Eve. At 4 p.m. a family service and at 7 p.m. a traditional Christmas Eve service. During both services we will sing our most familiar carols and focus on the miracle of Christmas - the reason why we celebrate. Make sure to invite a neighbor and friend to one of these meaningful Christmas Eve services.

We invite you, families, youth, adults, to join us as we share the joy of Christmas with those from our congregation who are homebound and residing in the local nursing facilities through singing. We gather on Sunday, December 17, at 4 p.m. in St. Paul’s parking lot to carpool and drive together to surprise people with Christmas music. We will return to St. Paul’s by 6 p.m.

People all around the world celebrate the coming of the Messiah in a variety of ways. Despite differences in traditions and observances, Christians are united in their joyous celebration of Jesus's birth and the hope it brought to the world. Today, we will take a fresh look at the nativity story, one of the most celebrated stories of all time. Regardless of our differences, all Christians come together to rejoice in the birth of Immanuel. Come and celebrate with us! We have prepared many fun activities and crafts and games for you, so come and enjoy!

We would love your help in decorating the sanctuary for the upcoming holiday season. Join us on Sunday, November 26, immediately following our worship service. This is a big job and we could use as many hands as possible. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated!

Mark your calendars for November 16, 5-7 p.m.! Come and support Loaves & Fishes so we can continue to distribute food to members of our community who need our help.

Please sign up for our Messy Church on November 12 at 4 p.m.! We will explore the Children’s Book “What Is God Like?” and create decorations for our Messy Church Christmas Tree that will represent St. Paul’s this year at the library tree fest. Come join us!

Are you interested in joining St. Paul’s? There is already a small group of people who are ready to join, and Pastor Dietmar is offering a New Member Orientation beginning Sunday, November 5, after our worship service. The group will learn more about who we are at St. Paul’s, what we want to accomplish together, and what meaningful membership can look like. We will clarify expectations and answer questions. There will be refreshments. Please indicate your interest in participating in the New Member Orientation to Pastor Dietmar at dietmar@saintpauls-ucc.org or (570) 541-0121 or to the church office at office@saintpauls-ucc.org.

Join us for an extra special service during which we will remember our personal saints, those people who touched us with their love, care, and kindness, and those from our midst who passed away during the last year. This is one of the most meaningful and moving services of the year. Invite a friend to join us for worship on All Saints Sunday on November 5.

Our Meet and Eat events are back! Come join us for a good meal and great conversation on October 29 in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service. Please sign up so we know how many people we’re preparing for. You can also let us know on the signup form if you’re bringing a dessert item to share.

Please sign up for our Messy Church on November 12 at 4 p.m.! We will explore the Children’s Book “What Is God Like?” and create decorations for our Messy Church Christmas Tree that will represent St. Paul’s this year at the library tree fest. Come join us!

Our Meet and Eat events are back! Come join us for a good meal and great conversation on October 1 in the Fellowship Hall right after the worship service. If you enjoy cooking, we are looking for people interested in sharing their favorite chili recipe for the meal on October 1, but we also welcome contributions of baked goods, salads, or other tasty items that you like to make. Please sign up so we know how many people we’re preparing for, and you can also let us know on the signup form if you are bringing something to share.

Please mark your calendar and invite family, neighbors and friends to join us for an exciting afternoon full of fun! This year, we will offer games, crafts, food, bingo, a raffle, and more. Everyone is invited!

Children’s Sunday School is led by our enthusiastic volunteers. Our Holy Moly curriculum captures the imagination of kids by bringing the Bible to life. Kids walk away from class excitedly retelling the stories they just learned and eagerly awaiting what’s next.

In this “Come to the Table” series, we hear the call to dine with Jesus — an invitation that means much more than a simple eating experience. It never was with Jesus. The table was the place where he fed people, and also challenged them to acts of hospitality that reflect God’s way. When we say “yes” to the place at Christ’s table, we accept a way of life that embraces God’s definition of love, peace, grace, and joy. Let us celebrate the depth of communion to which we are called.

Join us on August 13th from 4 to 6 p.m. for an exciting and fun-filled Messy Church! We extend a warm invitation to friends, families, and individuals of all ages to come and experience the joy of messy crafts, interactive games, and community. We will explore the story of Noah’s Ark. Come and discover the beauty of Messy Church as we make lasting memories and connect with our faith in a unique and engaging way. We can't wait to see you there!