What's Happening With St. Paul's
Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises to our King, sing praises.
For God is the King of all the earth; sing to him a psalm of praise.
God reigns over the nations; God is seated on his holy throne
Psalm 47:6-8
Sunday, February 22 | 10:30 AM | St. Paul's Chapel
Worship Service
Join us this Sunday as we welcome back guest speaker Pastor Phil Beatty, Lead Pastor at Hartford City Church. Pastor Phil will be preaching the second half of his message, The Power of Presence, from Psalm 23.
All are welcome to worship, learn, and grow together.
If you weren’t able to attend our Ash Wednesday service, the message is available to listen to on our podcast.
Kids Church
This Sunday, our children will continue our series based on the book of James. Throughout the series, they’ll learn important themes such as perseverance, being doers of the Word, taming our tongues, growing in wisdom, and submitting to God. The book of James is very applicable to daily life and is based on Jesus’ teachings from the Sermon on the Mount.
Miss a Week
Watch past services on our Facebook Page or
Listen and share the message through our podcast.
Saturday, February 21 | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM | St. Paul’s Cafe
Lord of the Rings Marathon
One marathon to rule them all. We’re pressing play at 8:00 AM and diving into a full Lord of the Rings movie marathon. Come for the whole journey, part of it, or just swing by when you can. No commitment required. Caleb will be making breakfast, and we’re looking for a few brave souls to help chip in for pizza at lunch. All are welcome. Questions? Email Caleb.
Saturday, February 21 | Doors Open 4:30 PM | Show 5:00 PM
Marriage Date Night | Windsor Locks, CT
Marriage Date Night is a fun and encouraging evening for couples, featuring live music, comedy, and practical insights to help strengthen your relationship. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a night out together while investing in your marriage.
Tickets and full event details are available online. Visit marriagedatenight.com and click on the Windsor Locks event to learn more and register. Also, email Keith if you are interested in attending.
Wednesday, February 25 | 7:30 PM | St. Paul’s Café
Youth Bible Study
Students in grades 7–12 are invited to join us for Youth Bible Study, a relaxed and welcoming space to connect, open Scripture, and grow together. Bri Parknow will be leading the group this week. Bring your Bible, bring a friend, and come ready for honest conversation and community.
A Message from Pastor Ryan and Sara:
"Thank you all for your continued prayers as we adjust to life as a family of three! Nica is doing well and we are so glad she's home."
2025 Giving Letter
Last
week we sent a giving letter to those who supported St. Paul’s in 2025,
and we wanted to share it with our entire church family. It reflects on
all that God has done through our community over the past year and how
generosity continues to make ministry possible. We hope it encourages
you as you read and reflect.
2025 Year-End Donor Gratitude Letter
Appalachian Service Project (ASP)
One
of our members, Pamela Leggett, has been participating with the Church
of Christ Congregational in Newington for 19 years in their summer
missions trip with the Appalachian Service Project. ASP is a ministry
that travels to the poorest counties in the US, located in Virginia,
West Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee. They repair homes to make them
warmer, safer, and drier. But the most important aspect is the
relationship building between the teens and adults who are on the trip,
and the families and towns that we serve.
If you are a teen
(having finished 9th grade) or an adult that feels called to volunteer,
we would love to hear from you! Our 2026 trip will be June 27-July 4.
You don't have to have any construction experience to participate, but
we are always looking for people with skills to help lead small work
groups. For more info on ASP: Visit asphome.org Questions? Email pamela@pamelaspatterns.com.
St. Paul’s Hooded Sweatshirts Are Here
The St. Paul’s hooded sweatshirts have arrived! If you placed an order, please pick yours up by seeing Pastor Ryan or Keith before 10:15 AM on Sunday or after service.
Small Groups
At St. Paul's, we prioritize creating spaces for meaningful connections through small groups.
These groups offer a setting for open discussions about faith, mutual
encouragement, prayer, and the development of lasting friendships. If
you're interested in joining a small group, please reach out to Pastor Ryan.
St. Paul's - The Core
Want to share an event with our church community or have a prayer request you'd like us to lift up? Need assistance or know someone who could use a helping hand? Join our Facebook group, The Core, where you can connect, share, and support one another. If you're not on Facebook, simply email keith@stpaulswired.org with your request or event details, and we'll make sure it gets posted. Whether you have a need or want to be a blessing to someone in our community, we'd love to hear from you!
Clifton Strengths Finder
Curious about uncovering your unique strengths? The CliftonStrengths assessment is a fantastic tool to help you understand how God has equipped you to serve as a "minister" in your own way. We're excited to cover the cost of the assessment for you. All we ask is that you meet with our pastoral staff afterward to explore your results together. If you're interested, let us know—we’d love to support you on this journey.
An Offer of Free Professional Counseling
If you are interested in meeting with a professional Christian counselor, St. Paul's is offering to cover the cost of three sessions through Regeneration Therapy. Their team is dedicated to supporting the emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being of individuals, couples, and families, focusing on healing, hope, and transformation. To learn more or express interest, please contact Pastor Ryan.
Volunteering at St. Paul's
Joining a volunteer team is a wonderful way to connect with our community. We have a variety of opportunities available, including assisting with set-up or breakdown on Sundays, joining our tech crew, or becoming part of our hospitality team. If you're unsure which team might be the best fit, take a look at our volunteer brochure and reach out—we'll help find a role that suits you. To get involved, email Keith and start making a difference today.
Need prayer?
If you need prayer, there are several ways to connect with us. You can fill out an online connection card or reach out to our prayer team at prayer@stpaulswired.org. The team meets Tuesdays at 10:00 AM and is available for "in-person" prayer via Zoom during that time. If that doesn’t work for you, let us know, and we’ll arrange a more convenient time to pray with you.
Our Outreach page includes all of our partners and sponsored ministries, along with links to their pages. Take a look to learn more about the ways St. Paul’s is sharing the love of Christ both locally and around the world.
If you’re interested in helping us grow these efforts and mobilize our church in outreach, we’d love to have you join the Outreach Team. For more details, contact keith@stpaulswired.org.
Local Partners:
Habitat Job Openings – Apply Today
Habitat for Humanity of North Central Connecticut is hiring for the following positions:
If you or someone you know is interested, please apply or share these opportunities.
Bri's Ministry Update - Cru at UConn
Bri's Ministry Update, January
LIANG LETTERS: James Liang - Cru at UConn
James Liang | December 2025 Ministry Update
Ministry Update from Jon and Ruth
John and Diane Vampatella's Athletes in Action Update
"Jesus Changed My Life Last Night...."
Global Partners:
Zac and Micah Mariani
During our November 2 service, we shared a video update from the Mariani family. Hear how their ministry is growing and how we can continue to pray for and support them.
The Ricci Family
Merry Christmas- a few encouraging updates!
Kwamakhe & Andrew Niyi Olatunji - The Navigators Nigeria
The Cavagnet Courant
Compassion International
Compassion International is a child-advocacy ministry pairing compassionate people with children living in extreme poverty to release the children from spiritual, economic, social, and physical poverty. Please be praying for the child St. Paul's sponsors, Angeles. We have sponsored Angeles since October 15, 2015. She is from Peru and her birthday is on April 19. For more info email Stephen Oldham, our liaison with Angeles. Visit Compassion's site for more info on sponsoring your own child.
* Gladys France is currently at Woodlake's rehab center in Tolland (26 Shenipsit Lake Rd, 06084). Please pray for her recovery and consider sending her a card to encourage her and lift her spirits. The facility she is in allows visitors throughout the normal day hours. If you would like to visit, you can call to coordinate a time with her at (860) 872-2999.
There is a public folder available that provides access to minutes, policies, and other documents from board and membership meetings.
If you were unable to attend our February 15 membership meeting, the meeting minutes and related materials can be found in the 26.02.15 Membership Meeting Folder..
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to reach out to the board at any time at board@stpaulswired.org.
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