But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure;
then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
James 3:17
What's Happening With St. Paul's
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure;
then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
James 3:17
November 23 | 10:30 AM | St. Paul’s Chapel
Worship Service
Join
us this Sunday as we celebrate Thanksgiving Sunday together. We’ll hear
inspiring testimonies from three members of our church community,
sharing how they have experienced God’s faithfulness and provision this
past year. Come ready to worship, reflect, and give thanks as a
congregation.
All are welcome, and we encourage you to invite a friend to share in this special time of gratitude and encouragement.
Sunday Food Collection – Supporting Our Community
This Sunday is our final collection of non-perishable items to support families in our area and nearby shelters. If you or someone you know has a need, please email Keith or Pastor Ryan. Requests will be kept confidential. Donations will be delivered to a local food shelter next week.
Suggested items include canned proteins, pasta, rice, cereal, peanut butter, canned fruit and vegetables, shelf-stable milk, cooking staples, and hygiene products. Let’s show care for our neighbors in a tangible way!
Kid's Church
This Sunday, our kids will stay in the chapel for the service so they can hear and participate in Testimony Sunday along with everyone else.
Miss a Week
Watch past services on our Facebook Page or
Listen and share the message through our podcast.
Interested in Helping with Angel Tree?
This Sunday, the Angel Tree will be up in the chapel, complete with gift tags for the children. Angel Tree, a ministry of Prison Fellowship, provides Christmas gifts and support for children with an incarcerated parent, helping them experience the love of Christ during the holiday season. If you would like to get involved, please email Pastor Ryan.
Wednesday, December 3 | 7:30-8:30 PM | St. Paul’s Café
Youth Bible Study
Students in grades 7–12 are invited to join us for a time of connection, conversation, and Bible study. Pastor Ryan leads the group as we explore Scripture and grow in our faith together. Bring your Bible, bring a friend, and come be part of a welcoming space to ask questions, build friendships, and deepen your walk with Jesus.
Sundays 10/19–11/23 | 9:00–10:00 AM | The Mill Works
Sunday School
Please
join us for a six week Bible study, “Discovering the Unseen”, a journey
into the heart, mind, and world of God. By 1800 the Church had reached
25% of the world’s unreached people groups, by 1900, 50% had access to
the Good News. By 2020, 75% of unreached people groups have been
reached.
How do we reach the unreached? Come and learn about
missions: What is a people group? What is an unreached people group?
What are unengaged people?
I Corinthians 12:13 says, “In one
Spirit we were all baptized into one body.” Jesus intends for each one
of us to be an integral member of a community of Christ followers.
Though each of us could make this journey alone, it is better to travel
with others. Hope you will join us for this study.
To RSVP and ensure we order enough books, please contact Martha at marthahart1028@gmail.com.
Medical Mission Trip | January 7–14
Hope for Tomorrow Guatemala
Hope for Tomorrow Guatemala is seeking medical volunteers such as nurses, EMTs, RNs, and doctors for a medical mission trip to remote villages in Guatemala. Volunteers will help run clinics, screen children, identify health issues, and administer medicine. The trip cost is approximately $1,000 for room, board, and transportation, plus airfare. This is a wonderful opportunity to provide essential healthcare and spiritual encouragement to children and families in need. If you are interested, please contact Keith or email Lisa at lisa@hopefortomorrow.org.
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 has recently been updated to include 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:
Bri's Ministry Update - Cru at UConn
Bri's Ministry Update, October
LIANG LETTERS: James Liang - Cru at UConn
James Liang | October 2025 Ministry Update
Ministry Update from Jon and Ruth
Caring Families
Preliminary results are in:
Collections from the 2025 Baby Bottle Campaign are wrapping up this week, and we already have a fantastic initial tally: over $25,000 raised!
MACC Charities - Volunteers Needed
Our Community E-Newsletter - MACC Minutes September 2025
John and Diane Vampatella's Athletes in Action Update
Latest Update - Reconnecting in Multiple Ways....
Covenant Food Kitchen:
The Covenant Soup Kitchen on Valley Street in Willimantic posted this on 10/09:
As the cost of food increases, more and more families are shopping in our pantry! We are seeing new faces every day and our pantry shelves are running very low! If you have any extra room in your shopping cart, we are in need of the following items so we can continue to provide our families with a variety of nutrients and household essentials:
- Shelf stable milk - Pasta sauce - Canned diced tomatoes - Soup - Canned or dried fruits - Canned proteins - Canned vegetables (we only have corn!) - Diapers in sizes 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 - Menstrual products - Baby wipes - Shampoo - Deodorant - Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
WAIM's looking for Mentors
An Opportunity to Serve: The Partners in Independence program (PIP) connects mentors with individuals who need help and support in finding employment, returning to school, making better health and wellness choices, improving budgeting and finance skills, or attaining other personal objectives. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, contact director@waimct.org and ask for more information (or to apply).
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
2 Years In! Bullet-Point Update and Pics!
ACTS OF GRACE: Ministry update from Grace Lauber
Stepping Out & Reaching Out | October Ministry Update
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 of files that provides access to minutes, policies, and other documents from the board and membership meetings.
If you missed our June 29 membership meeting, meeting minutes and other info from the meeting can be found in the 25.06.29 Membership Meeting Folder.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to reach out to the board at anytime - board@stpaulswired.org.