St. Paul’s Block Party - Sunday, September 7 • 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Come join us for St. Paul's community block party! We'll have delicious food, T-shirt tie-dyeing, and great music, plus plenty of activities for all ages, including Messy Church crafts, games, bingo, and our popular raffle.

Whether you're a longtime friend of our church family or we're just meeting for the first time, we can't wait to see you there!

Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your appetite – and just bring yourself! It's our chance to celebrate community connections and make new friendships over good food and genuine conversation.

Rain or shine! If it rains, we'll move the party to our fellowship hall.

Mark your calendars and come hungry for both great food and great company!

Our new worship series “Re-shaped: Embracing Change” begins on September 7, our Kick-Off Sunday! Please note that our worship time also changes to start at 10:30 AM on this day.

What is Re-Shaped all about? This series will encourage us as a community to embrace the changes in our lives that are ever-present. We never go through life being the same person we were before. How do we work to embrace this change, rather than shy away or pull back from it? This series will challenge us to believe that we are created for change, let old expectations fall away, and give us the courage to take the first step towards newness and change! We hope you’ll join us in person or online as we begin this wonderful journey together.

Senior Choir Returns for 2025-2026 Season!

Join us as St. Paul's Senior Choir begins rehearsals for our new season on Wednesday, August 27, at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary. We're a welcoming group that meets weekly (Wednesdays 7-8 PM) and provides music for worship on the first and third Sundays of each month.

All ability levels welcome! Whether you're trying something new or returning to an old passion, come make music with us. Singing offers countless benefits - stress relief, self-expression, and confidence building, plus anyone can do it!

Questions or interested in joining? Contact Spencer Cook, Senior Choir Director, at choir@saintpauls-ucc.org.

Lift your voice in praise with us!

Join us for a delightful summer party at the Rudnitskys' on August 17 from 1-4 PM. We'll enjoy splashing in the pool, playing ping pong or shuffleboard, and socializing with our St. Paul's family and friends. Come by yourself or bring the whole family and some friends. Indoor seating will be available for your comfort. Please bring a lawn chair and a dish to share. Let's make this a memorable grill-free event! Sign up here!

Join us during worship on August 17 for our “Be Kind” backpack blessing. Students of all ages are invited to bring their backpacks to receive a special blessing and “Be Kind” tag as they begin the school year, inspired by Jesus’ example of courageous kindness. Our community will surround them with support and prayers throughout the year, because the bravest kind of kindness happens in community.

Snyder County Children & Youth is preparing for its 16th annual Back to School Fair by providing backpacks filled with school supplies to local children in need. You can help by donating any of the following no later than July 20, 2025.

A collection box is outside the Church Secretary’s office, and a copy of the list below is also posted on the bulletin board. 

Items will be delivered to C&Y on July 25th, so please be sure to drop your donations into the collection box prior to that date.

Items needed are: 

• Backpacks

• Pencil pouches (3-ring binder style)

• Pencil sharpeners

• Rulers

• Glue bottles

• Scissors

• Construction paper

• Filler paper

• Pocket folders (with clasps inside)

• Tissue packets

• Vinyl folders

• Highlighters

• Colored pencils

• Washable markers

• Crayons

• Notebooks - single subject

• Pens (blue and black ink)

• Composition notebooks

• ¾ inch Binders

• Calculator (T1-30XIIS)

• New and gently used children's and adult-sized sneakers

On June 22 from 1 to 3 PM, we will be having a pool party at the Rudnitskys’ house! It’s sure to be a blast, and we hope to see you there! To sign up, please click here.

Join us as we celebrate the birthday of the church on Pentecost, June 8, at 10:00 AM. Wear red, orange, or yellow to mark this special day when the Holy Spirit came to the early believers.

Our Confirmation Class will be completed on June 1, Confirmation Sunday! There, the confirmands and parents/guardians will talk about their experience throughout this past year in classes by sharing artwork. It truly was a blessing for both Pastor Grace and Pastor Dietmar to co-teach this class of bright and caring confirmands! 

Installation Service for Pastor Grace - May 18 at 3 PM

The Central Association of the Penn Central Conference of the United Church of Christ and the members and friends of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Selinsgrove, invite you to a service of worship and installation as we covenant with and install our Associate Pastor, Rev. Grace Charlotte Winakor, on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM.

 Wear something red. Authorized ministers are invited to robe, stole, and process.

We will honor members of our congregation who are graduating from high school and college this year during our worship service on May 18. Come celebrate the graduates, acknowledge their accomplishments, offer blessings, and wish them success on their future endeavors.

Mental Health Hot Topic - May 18, 9 to 10 AM

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Our May Hot Topic will be based on this, an awareness month dedicated to increasing awareness and promoting mental health and well-being. The month is used to educate the public about mental illness, reduce stigma, and celebrate recovery. Susquehanna University professors of psychology, Dr. Erin Smith and Dr. Erin Goedegebuure, will co-present to the St. Paul’s community on this important and timely topic.

Kids Night Out May 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

Please mark your calendars for May 17 for our Spring-themed Kids Night Out! We will have crafts, games, and a meal for the children, with the help of our wonderful volunteers. Whether you want to have a kiddo-free evening or need to run errands in peace, sign them up for some fun! The deadline to sign up is Thursday, May 15. We hope to see your kiddos there.

Who is the Holy Spirit? Messy Church May 4, 4-6 PM

Join us for an inspiring session on the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. This Messy Church will help us grow in our faith by exploring the Holy Spirit's presence, both in biblical times and today.

We have organized fun and engaging activities to explore the Holy Spirit's manifestations. Come and experience it for yourself! Please sign up to join us.

Music Appreciation Sunday

Join us on Sunday, May 4, as we celebrate and honor all those who contribute to our church's music ministry. We'll recognize both our talented musicians and our dedicated tech team who work behind the scenes to ensure our worship reaches everyone with clarity and excellence.

From choir members and instrumentalists to our sound and production team, each person plays a vital role in creating meaningful worship experiences for our congregation.

Come ready to express your gratitude for the harmonious ministry that enriches our church life each week.

"Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth." - Psalm 98:4

Meet & Eat on April 27 after church

Hungry for both food and fellowship? Join us Sunday, April 27, for our Meet & Eat gathering right after the 10:30 AM worship service at St. Paul's.

This isn't just lunch—it's where our church family really connects. Come share stories, laughter, and of course, delicious food with familiar faces and new friends alike.

Got a favorite dessert recipe? Bring it along! Those sweet treats are always the perfect finale to our time together.

Please sign up in advance so we can prepare accordingly. Whether you've been with us for years or this is your first Sunday with us—there's always a place for you at our table!

The Selinsgrove Ministerium invites you to our Community Good Friday Service on April 18, from 12 noon to 3 pm at St. Paul's UCC (400 N Market Street, Selinsgrove). Local pastors will bring key characters from Jesus' passion to life through engaging reflections. The service will feature inspiring musical offerings and hymns that relate to Jesus' journey to the cross. Invite a friend and experience this meaningful and moving Good Friday service with our community. A free-will offering will benefit families in need in our community through the Selinsgrove Area Christian Council (SACC), which provides Easter Food Baskets to local families in need.

Join Us for our Easter Messy Church on Sunday, April 13, at 4 PM! We’ll explore how “Jesus Cares for Us” through creative activities, including making Easter gardens, decorating Easter eggs, baking resurrection rolls, creating sugar scrubs, assembling hygiene kits for Church World Service, and much more. Experience the story of Jesus’ last meal with his friends through our celebration, followed by a delicious meal together. People of all ages are welcome. An adult must accompany children. Please sign up to help us prepare for you.

For more information, contact Sigrid at sigrid@saintpauls-ucc.org.

We're assembling hygiene kits for Church World Service during our next Messy Church on April 13 and would appreciate your help with donations. Church World Service is a faith-based organization that provides practical support to communities facing hunger, poverty, displacement, and disaster around the world.

• 1-gallon resealable plastic bag

• Washcloth

• Fingernail or toenail clipper (packaging removed)

• Toothbrush (in original packing)

• Bath-size bar of soap (in original packaging)

• Travel-size deodorant (3.4 oz. or less, non-aerosol)

• Travel-size lotion (3.4 oz. or less, fragrance-free, NEW only)

• Travel-size shampoo (3.4 oz. or less, NEW only)

• Travel-size toothpaste (3.4 oz. or less, expiration date of 1 year)

• Sturdy wide-tooth comb (6” minimum teeth, packaging removed)

Please drop donations in the coat room. Thanks for considering this opportunity to help others!

We will meet on Zoom one more time during Lent to reflect together on the Challenge on Sunday, April 6, at 7 PM. Here’s the Zoom link.

We'll mulch and edge our flowerbeds to create a beautiful, welcoming environment for this sacred season. No gardening experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and helping hands! This is a wonderful opportunity to serve our church community while enjoying fellowship.

What to bring:

• Work clothes

• Gloves

• Shovels/rakes (if available)

• Wheelbarrow (if available)

Refreshments will be provided. We anticipate completing our work in 2-3 hours with sufficient volunteers. To participate, just show up on April 6!

Our next Hot Topic Conversation will be Sunday, April 6, at 9 AM.  Our speaker will be Dr. Siobhan Fathel, from the Susquehanna University Department of Earth and Environmental Science.  As we prepare for Earth Day, she will be sharing information about the impact of climate change on our environment, and give us ideas for things we can do to help mitigate it.  Here’s the Zoom link if you cannot attend in person.

In a culture that constantly pushes us toward perfection and endless self-improvement, our Lenten journey offers a refreshing alternative. "Good Enough" invites us to embrace our imperfections and discover the freedom that comes from self-acceptance. This countercultural series asks us to consider: What if life isn't about climbing ladders of success or collecting impressive experiences? What if, instead of striving for perfection, we learn to love ourselves as God loves us? Each Sunday during our 10:30 AM worship service, we'll discover how slowing down, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and embracing our authentic selves can lead to deeper spiritual growth. Whether you're a longtime member or new to our community, all are welcome to join this journey toward self-acceptance and discovering how much God loves you just as you are.

Traditional Wax-Resist Easter Egg Dyeing Workshop

Join us for a traditional egg dyeing workshop with Sigrid! Learn to create intricate patterns using wax and vibrant dyes.

Workshop Details:

• All ages welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult)

• All materials provided

• An optional donation basket is available

Important Information:

• There are a few spots left. Sign up so we can prepare for you

• Wear clothing that can get stained

• Arrive 5-10 minutes early

• Questions? Contact Sigrid at sigrid@saintpauls-ucc.org

Through One Great Hour of Sharing, lives are literally changed daily. Your support provides clean water, food, medicines, shelter, healthcare, education and so much more. One Great Hour of Sharing, part of Our Church’s Wider Mission, is the special mission offering of the United Church of Christ that carries God’s message of love and hope to people in crisis. The UCC works with international partners to provide sources of clean water, food, education and health care, small business micro-credit, advocacy and resettlement for refugees and displaced persons, and emergency relief and rehabilitation. One Great Hour of Sharing also supports domestic and international ministries for disaster preparedness and response.

Join us for our Meet & Eat fellowship gathering on March 23, immediately following our 10:30 AM worship service. This special time of community and connection offers the perfect opportunity to deepen relationships with members and friends of St. Paul’s while enjoying a delicious Italian-themed meal together. Bring a dessert to share if possible. This sweet addition to our meal always makes for a wonderful conclusion of our time together! Please sign up so we can plan ahead. Whether you’re a longtime member or visiting for the first time, all are welcome at our table!

Whether you’re a longtime member or visiting for the first time, all are welcome at our table.

Join us for Messy Church on March 9 at 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Selinsgrove, PA. Our Messy Church team has many fun (and slightly messy) activities and crafts planned for us, and we hope you can join us as we explore the Bible story of Luke 7:36-50 together. The Bible teaches us a lot about forgiveness – how we can be forgiven and how we should be willing to forgive others. Most of us don’t always find this easy, especially if we have been hurt. Still, in teaching his followers to pray, Jesus includes the lines, ‘Forgive our sins, just as we have forgiven those who did wrong to us’ (Matthew 6:12). Jesus’ forgiveness is not like our natural inclination to only forgive as we feel is justified, but instead it is a forgiveness for all, and of all. He wants us to forgive others this way, too.

Please sign up so we can better prepare for all.