Our 2nd Annual Tailgate
Sunday, September 12
Please mark your calendars for St. Paul's Second Annual "Tailgate" event on Sunday, September 12. We had a wonderful time last year with plenty of food, fun and fellowship for those of all ages. This year's event promises to be bigger and better.
The "Tailgate" is a fun and relaxing way to welcome us all back from the busy summer activities and help us all re-focus on our involvement here at
St. Paul's. Once again, the "Tailgate" will be held immediately following the single 10 a.m. service in the parking area immediately behind the Sanctuary, weather permitting, or in Hickey Hall if not.
So, make your plans now to be sure not to miss this fun and exciting opportunity. Watch and listen for further details. If you have any ideas or would like to get involved in helping, please contact Bill Ames at
(248) 375-1911, or the Church Office at (248) 651-9361.
Coming Fall 2010
Disciple Bible Study
Disciple Bible Study has been called “the best book discussion group ever” by participants. This fall, St. Paul’s is offering three different Disciple classes. With high commitment and high rewards, it entails about 20-30 minutes of homework per day.
For questions, please speak with any of the leaders, Rev. Jack Amick or visit the Adult Studies page.
Join the Ministry of Music
Now is the perfect time to join St. Paul's music ministry. There are no try outs for most opportunities, and you don't even have to read music. Our first Sunday singing will be September 26, 2010.
The Praise Team sings/plays at the 9 a.m. contemporary service along with Epworth Choir. The Chancel Choir sings at the 11 a.m. traditional service. The Youth Choir and Canterbury Ringers are open to all kids 6th to 12th grades. Epworth, Chancel and Wesley Ringers are all adult opportunities.
Rehearsals begin:
Wed. Sept. 15: Praise Team, 6:15 p.m., Choir Room
Chancel Choir, 7:30 p.m., Choir Room
Thurs. Sept. 16: Youth Choir; 6:00 p.m., Rickard Chapel
Canterbury Ringers; 6:40 p.m., Bell Room
Epworth Choir; 7:00 p.m., Rickard Chapel
Wesley Ringers; 7:30 p.m., Bell Room
For more information, contact Dr. Randall.
Crop Walk
October 10 - 1:30 p.m.
Rochester Municipal Park
Please join us and walk with other churches to demonstrate our awareness of the needs of those in poverty. We will be raising funds, which will go to Neighborhood House, the Rochester monthly dinner, and global programs run by Church World Service. Contact Diane Donoghue after church on Sundays in September or at 248-872-7582 to help raise funds or for further information.
Summer in the Garden Series
St. Paul’s is getting “Way Out in the World” this summer with our Faith First series. Please join us for a variety of activities in the Garden of Hope: Bible studies, speakers, concerts and great fellowship! Pack a picnic basket and bring a blanket or lawn chair.
The Ivybrook Quartet
Concerts in the Garden
If music and fellowship helps you get through the week, you won’t want to miss our summer Harmony in the Hills series, Concerts in the Garden. (See photos above and below for a taste of the first concert on June 23.)
September 15 ... St. Paul's Men's Quartet
Gathering in the Garden
On the last Sunday of each month\, check out our Gathering in the Garden series, with inspiring speakers and musical performances.
Sunday, Aug. 29 ... Mission Possible with the Rev. Faith Fowler
View/print our Gathering in the Garden poster
Scripture by the Fountain
And our popular Scripture by the Fountain series, where together we gain insight for our lives by examining how the scripture passage for Sunday speaks to us. No homework is required.
Crowd enjoying Concert in the Garden
Faith First
Summer 2010:
Way Out In the World
Expressing our faith in our community and the world
Summer Studies
@ St. Paul's
Here's a great opportunity to come together one night a week for fellowship, get in a small discussion group and talk about how we can put our Faith First ... and watch what God can do through us!
Let Your Life Speak
Tuesdays, June 8 and 15, 1 p.m.
The Way of Grace
Thursdays, beginning in June, either daytime or evening
Women's Study: Following God – Women of the Bible #1
Mondays, beginning June 14, 7 p.m.
Men's Study: Facing Your Giants by Max Lucado
Mondays, beginning June 14, 7 p.m.
Teen's Study: Take Your Best Shot by Austin Gutwein
Mondays, beginning June 14, 7 p.m.
New … Scrapbooking Fellowship
Third Thursday each month, beginning June 17, 2010
5–10 p.m., Hickey Hall
A scrapbooking/stamping/card making group is forming! Bring your supplies to work on your projects while having fun, fellowship and getting inspired by others.
You don’t scrapbook but need time and space to get your photos into albums? Bring them along! There is no right or wrong way! There will be a beginner class at 7 p.m. to teach the basics to those interested in starting their own albums.
Contact the church office at 248-651-9361 to reserve a space.
God's Renewed Creation: Call to Hope and Action
In 2009, The United Methodist Council of Bishops issued a pastoral letter entitled God’s Renewed Creation: Call to Hope and Action. Copies of the Pastoral Letter and the supporting Foundation Document are available here, as well as in the Narthex and the church office.
Please read this important letter about how we relate to all of God’s creation and discuss it with your Sunday School class, fellowship group, your family or other church group. A group study guide is also available from our church office (248-651-9361).
Career Search Networking Group
Fridays, 9 – 10:30 a.m., Room 132
How can St. Paul’s best support those displaced from their jobs as a result of the economic downturn?
If you would like to be a part of a group of fellow career searchers who meet to share our career search talents, please join us in Room 132 Friday mornings between 9 – 10:30 a.m. This networking group is also committed to strengthening their faith and growing in their Christian walk during this time of transition.
The Career Networking Group is in the process of building a “resume” book. If you are an employer or know of open positions in your company, please call the church office to share your contact information.
Also, feel free to stop by on any Friday morning to review resumes, meet potential employees or help out in any other way you can.
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