St. Paul UCC Newsletter
The Everybody Church @StPaulUCCTX
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
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
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
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
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 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/
- 4th Sunday: Bible Study Sunday
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
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 $5.
St. Paul is collecting Hygiene Kits to help keep our unsheltered friends as clean and safe as possible while they are out living in the South Mississippi heat and humidity. The elements are volatile and many only have the clothes on their back. One of the ways we live our faith out loud is through the creation of these Hygiene Kits which are distributed by Back Bay Mission.
We are submitting the hygiene kits that St. Paul collects during the South Central Conference's Annual Meeting. Please bring kits or supplies by no later than Wednesday, May 15th during our weekly fellowship dinner.
Kits should be in large Ziploc bags and should contain the following:
- 1 Hand Towel (16”X28” inches) 1 Wash Cloth
- 1 Wide Tooth Comb
- 1 Toothbrush
- 1 Tube of Toothpaste
- 1 Bar of Soap (bath size in a wrapper) 1 Plastic Soap Container
- 1 Deodorant (Solid or Roll-On)
- 1 Disposable Plastic Razor
If you are unable to make kits, but would like to contribute individual supplies, we welcome those donations as well.
We welcome your support for the work we're doing at St. Paul United Church of Christ of Corpus Christi. We know the Open and Affirming, justice-oriented Gospel we're putting into practice here is changing and saving lives and we invite you to help. To make a donation via CashApp to St. Paul UCC Corpus Christi click on the following link: https://cash.app/$STPaulUCC5525
To set up a one-time or recurring donation visit the St. Paul website: https://stpaulcorpuschristi.org/donate/
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 (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!
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
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
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.
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
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Subject: NEWSLETTER: Youth Ministry
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!