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Worship

Join us each week; guest speakers, musicians, greeters, readers, tellers, our technical team and many people work quietly behind the scenes to enable us in our worship.

St. Paul’s Choir

Join members of our choir each week during worship. There is no age restriction, and no experience necessary. All are welcome. Regular St. Paul’s Choir Rehearsals are Thursdays at 1:30 pm. If you have a musical talent of any kind, let us know when you can share your music ministry!

Pastoral Care

Relationships are central to the life of our congregation. Join an enriching team of volunteers who regularly contact someone who is unable to attend worship. If you know someone who could benefit from a visit, please contact the church office.

Prayer Network

Prayer is at the heart of faith. Through prayer we are joined together as we give voice to our concerns and our hopes. A small group of people here at St. Paul’s offer prayers by request. Join us in this special ministry.

• Paul’s Prayer Circle invites you to contact our minister through the office if there is someone you know who wants to be held in prayer. Please ensure the person named is receptive to this action. Prayer requests are held in confidence but practice is to hold prayer for a period of one Month. It is helpful to have an update from time to time – in order for the prayers to continue as needed.

Senior 60+ Fitness

St. Paul’s Senior Exercise (60+) sessions September through June Tuesday & Thursday morning beginning at 9 am. Jane Cowan is a certified trained senior instructor, with a focus on senior core fitness, balance and memory exercises. No floor work. weights, balls, rubber bands and chairs in some classes. Contact the church office to sign up or try one class.

Bowling

Open to everyone, young and old, singles and couples. Come and enjoy a night of exercise, fun and laughter. Contact the church office to bowl every Friday night or add your name to a spare list.

Quilting

New quilters are always welcome to meet upstairs each Thursday between 10 am and 3 pm. Bring a bagged lunch and help create comfort quilts. Share a gentle reminder that there are folks who care when others are in need of support!

Creative Crafters

Every Wednesday evening at 7 pm (September through June) Needlework enthusiasts and crafters of all ages meet in the Library to work on their portable projects, or a friendly conversation! New members always welcome. Weather permitting, this group occasionally meets Wednesday evenings in Caseley Park in Riverview.

Recycling

The first Saturday of each Month, September through June, drop off donations of newspaper or bottles to the recycling shed between 9-11 am. The key to the shed is located in the kitchen (on top of first aid kit) or through the church office if you wish to make donations through the week. Funds from this program go toward $500 bursaries for our post-secondary students and any balance towards church expenses.

United Church Women (UCW)

UCW contribute support to the church and other organizations through service with spiritual devotion. We meet in smaller groups (units) once a month from September to June, with general meetings during the year. We host occasional “Coffee and Conversation” after Church and hold some fundraising events throughout the year. Everyone is welcome for fellowship and fun.

Fundraising

UCW fundraisers include the Fall Fair, Spring Yard Sale and an annual New to You clothing sale. Past fundraisers include Pancake Breakfasts, Ham Suppers, a Tool & Golf Sale and a Parking Lot Fundraiser. St. Paul’s is open to new and fresh ideas to support stewardship, engage donors, report, connect and communicate.

Governance

Join St. Paul’s governing body. There are a number of vacancies on our teams that oversee Worship, Building & Property, Stewardship, Ministry & Personnel, Hospitality, Social Justice, Garden, Christian Education, Spiritual Growth, Pastoral Care and Outreach. 

Grant Writing

St. Paul’s needs help to obtain funding and expand our Outreach & Ministry goals. If you have experience writing proposals or grants, please contact our minister, David-Roger Gagnon, through the church office.

Workshops & Bible Studies

Whether a women’s retreat, a faith-based group, a seasonal study session or a grief workshop, we welcome exploration of our faith and our humanity. Join us at St. Paul’s, at Family Camp, at Tatamagouche Centre as we learn and grow together.

Social Justice

At St. Paul’s, we live our faith through action. We make connections with God, with each other, and with the wider community, when we’re exploring personal interests together and serving the needs of others. Come and see what we love, and what we do.

Affirm United

Join us in our commitment to publicly, intentionally, and explicitly welcome individuals of all sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. St. Paul’s is a member of Affirm United. We participate in Pride events and partnerships with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Love of Creation

Let’s unite in action and reflect on the profound responsibility we have as stewards of God’s magnificent creation. Join Earth day events. We can show love for our Creator by caring for this beautiful planet. Connect with others in our gardens while enjoying the outdoors.