Growing the Faith of the People
A lot has been happening here at St. Paul, especially with the Children and Youth Ministries! St. Paul Kid’s Camp was at the beautiful Shocco Springs, in Talladega, AL. This is a favorite trip for kids and “the place” to be, as a Youth Counselor. From playing “Busy Bees” to watching bad acting skills, Kids Camp was successful and promoted our mission of “growing the faith of the people.” Thank you to parents, counselors, and youth leaders for all that you did at camp, and for taking pictures.
On Sunday, October 22, 2023, we met on the Hewitt Quad for our Annual Blessing of the Animals. This is always a favorite day, as furries gather for a special blessing from Shane. Thank you to everyone who brought their pets! We’d also like to show our appreciation to Jennifer Daniel for organizing this fun event.
On Friday, September 29, 2023, our Confirmation Class visited Shearith Israel for the Sukkot service. Sukkot is a week-long Jewish holiday that celebrates the autumn harvest. It is one of the most joyful festivals in Judaism, meant to bring families, friends, and communities together. The holiday also commemorates the 40 years that Jews spent in the desert after escaping slavery in Egypt. Thank you to Rabbi Brian Glusman!
The next event for Confirmands is Epworth By The Sea on St. Simons Island, Georgia. The dates are Friday- Sunday, February 3-5, 2023. We will leave St. Paul at 12:30 p.m. on Friday and return on Sunday by 6:30 p.m.
COST: $215 pays for lodging and meals (except Sundayās Lunch). Extra money may be needed for the Gift
Shop and vending machines (dollar bills)
We will learn āWesleyās Rules For Living,” tour a museum, visit the beach, experience history at Fort Frederica, and have bonfires! A lot of activities, a lot of fun, and (of course) a lot of spiritual growth will be happening for our Confirmands during this first weekend of February!
On Promotion Sunday, Children’s Sunday School groups begin a new journey of faith in a classroom that correlates to their school grades. Third Grade is a time of new awareness and exponential growth. Life grows richer for the children, so it is an honor to be part of their lives through St. Paul ministries. On Promotion Sunday the Third Grade class received The Bible through the generosity of The Susie Hatcher Boykin Bible Fund.
Will Burgin invites children and parents to come see what Scouting has to offer!
On August 28, St. Paul will host Pack 1 and Troop 1 in our Fellowship Hall. Pack 1 involves children from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade and includes boys and girls. If you are interested, please join us for this meeting at 2:00 P.M.
That same afternoon of August 28, there will also be an informational meeting for those interested in Troop 1. This group includes boys from Sixth Grade to Eighteen Years Old. This event is at 3:30 P.M. in the St. Paul Fellowship Hall.
If you have any questions, please contact Will Burgin at [email protected]