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St. Paul UCC Newsletter
The Everybody Church @StPaulUCCTX
Weekly Announcements - Week of 05/05/24
St. Paul United Church of Christ Corpus Christi
A Christian Community that truly welcomes everyone!
Where heart, mind, and spirit meet!
5525 Lipes Boulevard
Corpus Christi, TX 785413
Email: comm.stpaulcc@gmail.com
Church Office: (361)994-8899
Rev. Dana K. Worsham - (678)979-8580 (Pastor's Cell)
Pastor Eli Palacios - (956)867-6800 (Cell)
Weekly Events:
Wednesdays:
4:00PM-7:00PM - Pastor Office Hours, Pastor Dana Worsham
6:00PM - Wednesday Fellowship & Dinner
7:15PM - Choir Rehearsal (New Voices always welcome)
Sundays:
9:30AM -10:15AM - Adult Bible Fellowship
10:30AM - Praise & Worship with Holy Communion
10:30AM - Children's Bible Study
4th Sunday of the Month - Youth Bible Study
Welcome Visitors
Joining us at St. Paul for the first time? Coming back to St. Paul for the first time in a while? Either way, we're glad to have you here at "The Everybody Church"! Help us get to know you a little better and use the link below to submit our Visitors Form: https://bit.ly/stpauluccvisitors
We hope you enjoy your time with us, and look forward to seeing you at St. Paul again!
St. Paul UCC: Medical Benefit Fundraiser - "Eat a Burger, Save A Life!"
Benefitting Jessica Dutton for Medical Bone Marrow Transplant
Join St. Paul United Church of Christ as we host a Medical Benefit Fundraiser, Brown Bag Lunch, for our very own Jessica Dutton on Friday, May 24th. Come Eat a Burger and Save a Life!
Join us in raising funds to help support a medical bone marrow transplant. The Brown Bag lunch will include: Hamburger/Veggie Burger, Chips, Cookie & a Drink (Water/Coke/Diet). Purchase your tickets in person or online! $10 per ticket!
Note: Delivery is available for 5 or more tickets.
Donation: $10 Ticket
Date: Friday, May 24, 2024
Time: 11:00PM - 2:00PM
Location: St. Paul UCC
5525 Lipes Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78413
https://cash.app/$STPaulUCC5525
Cash App Note: Hamburger/Veggie & Drink (Water/Coke/Diet)
Check Note: Burger
Can't make it in person? Purchase a lunch and donate it! We'll be making donations for any plates purchased and marked for donation. Also, any and all donations are welcome to support Jessica at this time.
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If you're able to help support with materials for the benefit please contact: Jessica Dutton at (361)502-1824
Sunday Worship
Due to technical difficulties our Sunday Worship service wasn't available online this week. Need to catch Worship on repeat? Watch our previous worship services on repeat here!
Sunday Worship Service this Sunday, 04/28/24
Sermon Title:
"Stay, Don't go."
Scripture Reading:
John 15:1-8
Sermon Title & Scriptures - 05/05/24
Join us for our Sunday Worship Service this Sunday, 05/05/24 at 10:30 A.M.
Can't join us in person? Join us online through our FB Live here!
Sermon Title:
"Abide...just Abide in Me", says the Lord.
Scripture Reading:
John 15:9-17
Further Reading:
Psalm 98
Acts 10:44-48
1 John 5:1-6
St. Paul's Calendar
Stay updated on events at St. Paul by visiting our calendar using the following link: bit.ly/stpaulucccalendar
Have a new event to add? Email your event information to: comm.stpaulcc@gmail.com
Monthly Potluck: Cinco De Mayo Fiesta!
Join us right after our Sunday worship service. All are welcome to stay and share in food and fellowship. This month’s theme: “Cinco De Mayo Fiesta”
All are welcome to stay and share in food and fellowship. For more information contact: Laura Jasso at laurakgonzales@gmail.com
Volunteers Needed!!!
St. Paul's A/V (Audio/Visual) Ministry Team
Our AV team is an integral part of outreach and ministry at St. Paul. We're working on growing our team to ensure we can set up a rotation to allow AV team members to lead our technology support and also participate in worship.
For more information please contact: Alissa Lamb (361)425-3997
St. Paul's Communications Team!
St. Paul is growing our Communications Team to ensure that we can reach everyone in sharing God's love, mercy, and justice! We're looking for individuals who have experience with technology, social media, and over all enjoy keeping people connected and updated.
For more information contactbPastor Eli at (956)867-6800
Children's Bible Study (Ages 4-11)
Children's Bible study takes place every Sunday morning at St. Paul right after the start of our Sunday Praise & Worship service. Service begins at 10:30AM and children are escorted to the children's ministry room by the teacher. For more information contact: Briana Sacco briana.sacco@gmail.com
https://stpaulcorpuschristi.org/children-and-youth-ministries/
St. Paul's Youth Ministry (Ages 12-18)
- 4th Sunday: Bible Study Sunday
Upcoming Events
- 5/18/24 - Beach to Bay Volunteers - 6:30 AM & 8:00 AM
- 5/19/24 - Graduation Service: Honoring all St. Paul Graduates - 10:30 AM
- 6/5/24 - Hooks Pride Night - 5:15 PM-9:15 PM
- 6/15/24 - Pride Prom - TBD
For more information contact:
Kathie Benson (drkbb44@gmail.com) - (773)263-1534
Wendy Sauer (mamawendy66@gmail.com) - (361)688-0732
Pastor Eli Palacios (eli.palacios.0512@gmail.com) - (956)867-6800
Youth May Service Event: Adopt A Beach Clean Up
Open to the St. Paul Congregation
Join the St. Paul Youth for the 2nd service event of the 2024 year! Join them as they volunteer at the 47th Annual Beach to Bay Relay Marathon! We’re putting together 2 teams of 5 to cover two volunteer stations. Everyone is welcome to volunteer.
Date: Saturday, May 18, 2024
Time: 6:30 AM & 8:00 AM
Locations:
6:30 AM Group - Under the JFK Causeway
8:00 AM Group - Waters Edge Park
For more information Contact: Jessica Dutton jessica_dutton55@yahoo.com or (361)502-1824
Adult Bible Study
The Adult Bible study is doing a 6 week study from the book "How the Bible actually works" by Peter Enns. No matter where you are in your walk, this study will be fascinating. Everyone is welcome Sunday mornings 9:30 am to 10:20 am. The books have been ordered, and a suggested donation toward the cost of books is $5.
Back Bay Mission Hygiene Kits
St. Paul is collecting Hygiene Kits to help keep our unsheltered friends as clean and safe as possible while they are out living in the South Mississippi heat and humidity. The elements are volatile and many only have the clothes on their back. One of the ways we live our faith out loud is through the creation of these Hygiene Kits which are distributed by Back Bay Mission.
We are submitting the hygiene kits that St. Paul collects during the South Central Conference's Annual Meeting. Please bring kits or supplies by no later than Wednesday, May 15th during our weekly fellowship dinner.
Kits should be in large Ziploc bags and should contain the following:
- 1 Hand Towel (16”X28” inches) 1 Wash Cloth
- 1 Wide Tooth Comb
- 1 Toothbrush
- 1 Tube of Toothpaste
- 1 Bar of Soap (bath size in a wrapper) 1 Plastic Soap Container
- 1 Deodorant (Solid or Roll-On)
- 1 Disposable Plastic Razor
If you are unable to make kits, but would like to contribute individual supplies, we welcome those donations as well.
Financials & Online Giving
We want to say thank you to everyone for continuing to support daily operations and Ministries at St. Paul through your tithes and offerings. We received 100% of our April offerings needed and exceeded our monthly total by 48%. We are thankful for each and every one of you and know that with your continued support we can continue to share the good news of the Lord with everyone! We are #TheEverybodyChurch
We welcome your support for the work we're doing at St. Paul United Church of Christ of Corpus Christi. We know the Open and Affirming, justice-oriented Gospel we're putting into practice here is changing and saving lives and we invite you to help. To make a donation via CashApp to St. Paul UCC Corpus Christi click on the following link: https://cash.app/$STPaulUCC5525
To set up a one-time or recurring donation visit the St. Paul website: https://stpaulcorpuschristi.org/donate/
Weekly Devotional & Prayer
Embracing Love Beyond Differences
In our journey of faith, we often encounter people whose personalities and views differ from our own. This is especially evident in the realm of politics, where opinions can clash fiercely. But as followers of Christ, we're called to a higher standard—a love that transcends disagreements.
Jesus Himself interacted with people from all walks of life, regardless of their beliefs or backgrounds. He showed us that love isn't about agreement; it's about embracing the humanity in each person.
Even when personalities clash and tempers flare, we're called to love unconditionally. This means choosing empathy over animosity, seeking understanding rather than judgment.
In a world where division seems to reign, our commitment to love becomes a powerful testament to Christ's transformative grace. It's a love that heals wounds, bridges divides, and brings people together in unity.
So let's remember 1 Peter 4:8: "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." As we navigate relationships and navigate through differing opinions, may our love shine brightly, drawing others closer to the heart of God.
Rainbow Family Equality Project
Rainbow Family Equality (RFE) is a Ministry that started at St. Paul in 2022 because we believe All Families are Sacred! The mission of RFE is to create a safe space for LGBTQIA+ families, youth, and kids to experience unconditional love and acceptance through events and activities held by St. Paul throughout the year. Be on the lookout for upcoming events!
St. Paul's Wishlist
Interested in helping fill in our wish list? Add these items to your next grocery/shopping list and bring them with you to church:
Toilet Paper
10" Paper Plates
Paper Dessert Bowls
Spray Air Freshener (e.g. Febreze)
Tall Kitchen Garbage Bags
Red Solo Cups
Dessert Plates
Name Tags
Need a New Name Tag?
Please print your name on the paper located on the name tag podium in the back of the sanctuary. If desired, please include your pronouns. Thank you! Want a permanent nametag? For Information Contact: Kathie Benson - drkbb44@gmail.com
FOOD BANK DONATION BARREL
The Coastal Bend Food Bank has provided a list of their most requested food, household and personal care items.
Items are suggested for each month. However, ANY non-perishable item is appreciated.
May: Peanut butter, Jam, Jelly, Crackers, Juice, Dish soap
June: Breakfast and Protein bars, Canned fruit, Feminine hygiene items
July: Breakfast cereal, crackers & cheese, crackers & peanut butter, shampoo
Some Food Barrel suggestions:-Specials at HEB this week include,
Buy 2 Bush selected Beans get 3rd. Free until 5/7/24
$2 off Fisher Oven Roasted Nuts 8-24oz. until 4/30/24
$2 HEB Our Finest Bath Tissue until 5/7/24
Lottie Stowe Memorial Community Garden at St. Paul
St. Paul donates vegetables from the garden to the Coastal Bend Food Bank.
Please donate vegetable scraps, banana skins, coffee grounds and tea leaves for the compost pile. No tea bags, citrus peels or eggshells please.
Needed for the church garden:
1) Volunteers to water the vegetables and the plants on the porch (it takes about 1 hour)
2) Volunteers to harvest vegetables
3) Volunteers to transport vegetables to the Food Bank
4) Large pots and/or 5 gallon buckets for fig trees
For more information please contact Foxie at (361) 532-2740.
THANK YOU.
Please donate vegetable scraps, banana skins, coffee grounds and tea leaves for the compost pile.
No tea bags, citrus peels or eggshells please.
Garden Wish List
We are in need of some large pots in which to plant a few fig trees. Preferably pots about the size of a 5 gallon bucket or larger. Even a 5 gallon bucket will do. If you have any extra pots about that size we would appreciate them.
Freecycle shelf -
What is a Freecycle Shelf?
This white shelf just outside the Youth Room has items that are free…to anyone. Anyone also can put things there that they do not want. Items should be in good condition.
[NEW] Buildings & Grounds Ticketing System
Help us keep St. Paul, The Everybody Church, clean & safe! Visit: bit.ly/stpauluccops to submit a ticket on our new ticketing system!
For Information Contact:
Lisa Cantu
(360)661-6387
St. Paul United Church of Christ Leadership Team Contacts
Newsletter Updates!
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- Need to submit an announcement for the St. Paul Newsletter? Please email:comm.stpaulcc@gmail.com by no later than Wednesday at 8:00PM each week. Please ensure that your email includes [NEWSLETTER] in the subject line along with the Ministry it is related to, dates, times, brief description, and any image updates that are being requested.
Example of Subject Line:
Subject: NEWSLETTER: Youth Ministry
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St. Paul Youth In The News!
St. Paul's very own Kat Dutton & Saul Franco were interviewed by Corpus Christi Kris 6 News, Tyrese Boone. Their interview was aired on the 10 o'clock news, and an article was posted and shared on social media as well.
We are incredibly proud of our youth at St. Paul as they continue to share the love of God with others and create spaces for all of God's children to be seen, safe, loved and celebrated. We are blessed to continue to provide a safe space for all youth to be exactly who God has created them to be. We are #theeverbodychurch and will continue to share the gift of extravagant welcome as Christ has taught us to.
Kris6 News Article click here!
Call To Action
We are asking that if you have a Facebook account, you take time to visit the KRIS6 News Facebook post and like, leave a positive comment, and share the article. Please show Kat, Saul, & the Corpus Christi community the type of love and support we have for Youth at St. Paul.
Facebook Story click here!