Bacon Cheeseburger Night | Thursday, September 17 | 5:00 to 7:00 PM | Selinsgrove VFW

The Selinsgrove VFW is hosting a Bacon Cheeseburger Night to benefit our Loaves and Fishes Food Bank on Thursday, September 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Nine dollars gets you a bacon cheeseburger, your choice of French fries, onion rings, or macaroni and cheese, and a fountain drink. The evening is open to the public, so bring a friend or a neighbor and let someone else do the cooking. Loaves and Fishes serves neighbors across our community every month, and nights like this one help keep the shelves stocked. Turnout has been strong in past years, and we would love to see the room full again. Questions? Call the church office at 570-374-8749.

Kickoff Sunday Church Picnic | Sunday, September 13 | 4:00 to 6:00 PM | East Snyder Park Pavilion

Come spend an afternoon of food and fellowship as we kick off our church year. We gather at the East Snyder Park pavilion on Sunday, September 13, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, right beside the playground so the kids have room to run. Bring your family and friends, and know that everyone is welcome.

The church provides pulled pork and rolls, lemonade and water, and homemade ice cream. We ask everyone attending to bring:

• A side dish or dessert to share

• Reusable plates and utensils, since we will have some paper and plastic on hand but would like to keep waste down

• A lawn chair

Please sign up so we can plan for the right amount of food. We are looking forward to starting the year together.

Kettle-Cooked Vegetable Soup Sale Copy Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | St. Paul's parking lot, 400 N Market Street

St. Paul's is holding a vegetable soup sale on Saturday, August 22, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the church parking lot at 400 N Market Street. The kettle goes on the fire early that morning, and by 11:00 we will have 100 quarts of hearty soup ready. Every dollar goes to Loaves & Fishes to help feed our neighbors.

Soup is $10 a quart, and the soup is meatless. We take cash or card. Come early, because when the 100 quarts are gone, they are gone. If you would rather order ahead, you can reserve and pay for your quarts online and pick them up at the sale.

Questions? Call the church office at 570-374-8749.

St. Paul’s Annual Picnic/Pool Party Sunday, August 16, 2026, 1:00-4:00 PM — The Rudnitskys’ backyard, 108 Susquehanna Avenue

Rain or shine, St. Paul's annual Picnic/Pool Party is happening on Sunday, August 16, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Rudnitskys', 108 Susquehanna Avenue. The weather looks questionable, so plan on being inside. There is plenty of room, and if the rain lets up, we will head back out. Either way, come on your own, bring the whole family, or invite a friend. Bring a picnic-style snack or dish to share with the group. We will provide drinks, soda, children's juice boxes, paper products, plates, and utensils. If the weather clears, the pool, ping pong, and shuffleboard are all yours, so toss a swimsuit and towel in the car just in case.

Youth Group
Sunday, August 16, 10 AM

Our youth meet during the 10 AM worship hour for time together, conversation, and community. Newcomers and friends are always welcome, so bring someone along.

VBS Evening at St. Paul's, Thursday, August 13 · 5:30–7:30 PM, St. Paul's UCC

A VBS evening at the church built around our kids, with grown-ups warmly invited to join in or simply drop off and pick up. Come one night or both.

VBS Evening at St. Paul's, Wednesday, August 12 · 5:30–7:30 PM, St. Paul's UCC

A VBS evening at the church built around our kids, with grown-ups warmly invited to join in or simply drop off and pick up. Come one night or both.

Messy Church | Sunday, April 19 | 4–6 PM Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of crafts, food, and community! This month we're exploring the theme of patience — and what better way to learn than together? Messy Church is a relaxed, all-ages gathering where everyone belongs, whether you're 4 or 94. This will be our last Messy Church this spring, but stay tuned — we're hoping to bring you one or two Messy Church in the Park events over the warmer months!

Hot Topic Discussion | The Humanity of Our Approach to the Prevention and Treatment of Child Maltreatment Matters
Presenter: Pat J. Bruno, MD | Sunday, April 12 | 9:00 AM | St. Paul's UCC | Open to all

Behind the statistics of child abuse are real children and families in pain. Using lived stories and scientific research, Dr. Bruno will explore the causes, consequences, and complexities of child maltreatment — including where our systems fall short — and what a more compassionate, holistic, whole-family response looks like.

This is ultimately a message of hope — an invitation for communities, caregivers, and people of faith to help protect vulnerable children and strengthen families together.

Seed Starting Workshop
Date: Saturday, April 4 | Time: 2:00 PM | Location: St. Paul's UCC Parking Lot | Cost: Free Hosted by: The Green Team

Get your garden growing with St. Paul's Green Team! Join us for a free, hands-on seed starting workshop in the church parking lot on Saturday, April 4, at 2:00 PM. We'll provide seeds and planting soil — everything you need to get started. If you have seeds of your own you'd like to plant, feel free to bring them along. Personal gardening gloves are also welcome. Please contact Shane with any questions.

This event is open to everyone — all ages and families are encouraged to come dig in! Please sign up.

Celebrate Easter with Us!

Love Is at the Heart of It All.

We are so glad you're here. Easter is our greatest celebration — a morning full of joy, music, and the good news that love wins. Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning home, there is a place for you at St. Paul's.

Easter Sunday · April 5, 2026

• Easter Sunrise Service · 6:30 AM

• Celebration Worship · 10:30 AM

Meet & Eat: March Madness Taste-Off Competition
Sunday, March 22 | 11:45 AM

Attention all soup and chili makers! The March 22 Meet and Eat will be a March Madness Taste-Off Competition! 

We are looking for volunteers to bring their favorite soup or chili recipe in a crockpot for everyone to try. Attendees will then vote for their favorites, and the lucky winner will take home a prize. 

There will also be a free-will offering donated to Loaves and Fishes. 

If you are willing to provide a crockpot of deliciousness, please sign up here—we’d love to have lots of entries to make this a success. We look forward to finding the best soup or chili recipe at St. Paul’s!

Messy Church: Integrity — Stand Up and Be Counted
Sunday, March 8 | 4:00–6:00 PM

What would you stand up for? Join us for an evening of hands-on activities, Bible story, and a meal together as we explore the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego — three young men who had the courage to stand firm in their faith even when it cost them everything.

Through crafts, games, and conversation, we'll dig into what integrity means and how God helps us make good choices, even the hard ones. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please register by March 4 so we can plan accordingly.

Hot Topic: Food Insecurity in the Susquehanna Valley
Sunday, March 1 | 9:00 AM

Food insecurity affects real people in our community, and it's closer than you might think. Join us for a timely conversation about what's happening in the Susquehanna Valley, why it matters, and how we can respond with compassion and action.

Learn more about our Loaves and Fishes ministry: how it works, who it serves, and how you can get involved.

Whether you're here to listen, learn, or share your own insights, all are welcome.

Our speakers: Rachel Herman and Cathy Spencer from the Community Action Agency, and Randy Tanner, St. Paul's Loaves and Fishes Coordinator.

For Youth: Yo, fam! Every 3rd Sunday, we’re droppin’ a lit Youth Group sesh just for the middle/high school squad. We're buildin’ a vibey crew, open to all, where we serve each other and the world through meetups, projects, and chill retreats. Pull thru on Sunday, February 15 @ 10:30 AM for the kickoff—music, inspo, games, and more! (Cringe? Maybe. But join us anyway!)

For Adults: On the third Sunday of each month, middle and high schoolers will have their own Youth Group gathering during the worship service. We look to form a Youth Group community, open and affirming to all, where we experience service to each other and others through regular meetings, outreach projects, and retreats. Please join us for the first time on Sunday, February 15, at 10:30 AM. There will be music, a message, games, and more!

Prayer Box Workshop - February 15 at 11:45 AM

Want to create a personal prayer box for Lent? Or craft a "sleeping bag" for your phone to encourage a digital break? Join us for a hands-on workshop immediately following worship on February 15 in the fellowship hall. We'll share pizza while making prayer boxes (bring an empty tissue box or sturdy shoebox) and phone sleeping bags - simple crafts to help make Lent a season of reflection, renewal, and intentional rest.

Psalms Study (First Nations Version) begins on January 11 at 9:00 AM

Everyone is welcome to join us (in person or on Zoom) in exploring familiar Psalms through the unique lens of the recently published First Nations Version. Discover the rich tapestry of human emotion and divine wisdom through a new version that brings the ancient Sacred Songs and Wise Sayings of the Hebrew Scriptures to life through the vibrant, poetic imagery of Native American oral storytelling. We will meet (in-person and on Zoom) on Sunday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 to deepen our understanding of the most well-known Psalms. This is a short, 5-week study that starts on January 11. Each week will stand alone in its approach, so people can come to one or all, or any in between. Reach out to Shane Sanders (shanegsanders@gmail.com) with questions or if you’d like email reminders about the meetings.

February Messy Church invites us to explore the theme "Love: how does this grow?" through the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32). This interactive gathering helps us understand how to show love in all situations, whether people are kind or not, and discover the nature of God's forgiving love.

We will engage in creative activities, including a welcome banner, coin rubbings, magic wallets, string art hearts, pig cookies, and more. We'll explore questions like "Where is love?" and "How can we show God's love?" through crafts, conversation, and reflection.

The session includes celebration time, prayer, song, and a meal together. Whether this is your first time or you're a regular, all families are welcome to join us for this hands-on exploration of faith! Please sign up here.

Hot Topic Discussion - February 1 at 9:00 AM

Peggy Peeler presents "The Promise and Perils of Genetic Engineering," offering a compelling look at one of today's most significant scientific and ethical frontiers.

This presentation covers recent and exciting scientific breakthroughs in genetic engineering, including how these advances are being used to cure diseases. Peggy will then guide participants through important ethical discussions that arise from these capabilities: Should we be designing embryos to remove diseases? Should we enhance desirable traits?

This is an excellent opportunity to learn about cutting-edge science while engaging with the complex moral questions these advances raise. Whether you're curious about the science, interested in the ethical implications, or both, this informative and thought-provoking discussion welcomes everyone!

Perseverance: Following Jesus Takes Practice - Messy Church Sunday, January 11, at 4:00 PM

Ever tried something new and needed lots of practice to get it right? Join us as we discover that following Jesus is a journey that takes practice, patience, and perseverance! Through hands-on activities like fitness challenges, nature crafts, macramé keyrings, and more, families will explore how we learn, grow, make mistakes, and keep going together. We'll dive into Jesus' story of the lost sheep and celebrate how God never gives up on us. Worship, creative activities, and a shared meal are included. Everyone is welcome!

Register here.

Join us on January 4 at 9 AM for a fascinating look at the rich history of the Mediterranean island of Cyprus and learn how St. Paul’s own Shane Sanders (Assistant Director of SU’s GO Program) experienced this unique culture firsthand. Get an update on Susquehanna University’s GO Requirement while discovering how it facilitates connections to Cyprus for students through various program options, virtual exchanges, and even an MBA 4+1 partnership. This one-hour session blends history, travel, and the exciting ways our community is building global relationships. Don’t miss it!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Join us on December 24 at 6:00 pm for a beautiful candlelight service as we celebrate the birth of Christ. We'll gather in the glow of candlelight to sing beloved carols, hear the Christmas story, and welcome the Prince of Peace.

Bring your family and friends for this special evening of worship and wonder.

Christmas Caroling December 21 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM

Join us on December 21 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm as we spread Christmas cheer throughout our community! We'll gather to sing carols and share the joy of the season with our neighbors.

All ages welcome—bring your voice, your holiday spirit, and dress warmly! We will meet at the church and carpool.

Christmas Pageant: "Twas the Evening of Christmas" -December 21

Mark your calendars for December 21, when our children will bring the Christmas story to life during worship! From angels and shepherds to Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus, we need a full cast to tell this timeless story.

Calling all kids: We'd love to have you be part of this special celebration! No parts to learn or lines to memorize—just come ready to experience the wonder of that first Christmas night.

Parents: Please sign up your children so we can plan costumes and roles.

Join us for this joyful celebration as our youngest members help us remember the reason for the season!

Looking for a part-time position using your administrative skills and helping others? St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Selinsgrove is seeking a professional Office Assistant for approximately 15 hours per week (Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9:00 AM-2:00 PM). The ideal candidate has experience working in an office environment and interacting with various groups such as volunteers, vendors, and community organizations. The candidate needs to demonstrate strong organizational skills, possess intermediate knowledge of standard office technology such as Microsoft Office and Google Drive, as well as a willingness to learn new programs, possess good verbal and written skills, have interpersonal skills and a positive attitude to provide a welcoming environment, and be committed to maintaining confidentiality. A high school diploma or GED is required.

The full job description is available at saintpauls-ucc.org/jobs. The position pays an hourly rate of $15-18, depending on experience. Submit your resume with optional cover letter to the Chair, Personnel Committee at jobs@saintpauls-ucc.org.

Messy Church – Joy to the Whole World
Join us on Saturday, December 14, from 4–6 PM as we celebrate the joy that Christmas brings to everyone around the globe. We’ll explore the theme “Joy to the Whole World” with hands-on activities, crafts, storytelling, and a shared meal. It’s a fun and meaningful way for families of all ages to step into the season with creativity and connection.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please sign up.

Join us on November 30, the first Sunday of Advent, immediately following the worship service, as we come together to decorate the church for Advent and Christmas. Many hands are needed to help make our sanctuary beautiful and welcoming for this special season. All are welcome to participate!