ABIDE Ministry @ St. Paul's

As God abides with us in community, God calls us to abide with each other and to understand the experiences and perspectives of others.  St. Paul’s ABIDE ministry is committed to Accessibility, Belonging, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity for everyone who enters our space or is touched by our congregation.

Join us on March 30, 2025 - 4th Sunday in Lent

9:15 am - Rise and Shine Children’s Club AND Adult Bible Class

10:30 am - Worship Service

NEXT WEEK: APRIL 6, 2025 - 5th Sunday in Lent

Special Adult Forum: Finding Strength and Hope in Difficult Political Times

Following political news these days is often overwhelming. Within a matter of minutes, we can find ourselves cycling through emotions ranging from anger to befuddlement to sadness and back again. It is hard to make sense of what is going on in our country and how we should respond. Yet with each passing day, the urge to respond grows stronger and stronger.

We don't need to wait for the right moment to respond, though; while honoring the different perspectives we each bring, we can start working through that right now.

Join your fellow congregants on Sunday morning, April 6, from 9:30-10:20 in Schafer Hall for a discussion about how our faith can guide us through these times and provide us with the strength, focus, and hope we need going forward. Coffee and doughnuts will be provided.

Spring Cleaning after Service

Looking for volunteers for Sunday, April 6th Spring Cleaning effort. With brooms, dusters, and cleaning supplies (provided), the volunteers will refresh the sacred space. Task assignments will include: sweeping and mopping the aisles, cleaning pews, dusting/wiping down the sanctuary, gallery, and altar areas, and cleaning/polishing brass items and railings. Please consider helping to renew our worship space and bring a sense of peace and beauty to our place of worship and reflection.

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Wednesday Evenings During Lent

You are warmly invited to join us for Soup, Solace, and Scripture each Wednesday evening in Lent. Come and share in a simple meal, a time of comfort, and the joy of exploring God’s word together. We will gather to nourish both body and soul, creating a space where questions are welcomed, grace abounds, and God’s love is at the center. Whether you are in need of connection, reflection, or just a warm bowl of soup, there is a place for you at the table. We look forward to sharing this time with you! Wednesdays March 12, 19, 26, April 2, and 9 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.

For more information, please contact the church office.

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Lent Begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5th and continues until Easter Sunday, April 20th.

ALMSGIVING DURING LENT

One way to practice almsgiving this Lenten season is to pick up an "alms jar" from the church and fill it with spare change over Lent. For example, instead of ordering that latte every morning at the coffee shop before work, make your coffee at home and put the money you save into your alms jar. On Easter morning, bring your alms jar to church and place it in the offering (and if you give us your envelope number, we will be able to record it on your giving statement). All money collected in alms jars this Lent will go towards deferred maintenance projects around the church property.

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UPCOMING!

Friendship Place Walk to End Homelessness 

Saturday May 3rd (9am-12pm) at the National Mall

Each night in DC, thousands of our neighbors face the harsh reality of having nowhere to call home. That's why St. Paul's is walking to end homelessness in DC, one step at a time. Join us in making a difference! Register or donate at https://give.friendshipplace.org/team/640971

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St. Paul’s Food Pantry: Proud partner of the Capital Area Food Bank, offering food to those in need on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of each month from 10 am - noon. All those in need are welcome - no referral necessary.

Current Needs:

Food: White rice, soup, cereal and canned fruit.

Toiletries: Bar soap, shampoo, deodorant, and toothpaste.

Volunteers: Please consider volunteering, 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 9am-12noon. Please call the office at 202.966.5489 for more information.

2025 Schedule:

January 4 & 18 July 5 & 19

February 1 & 15 August 2 & 16

March 1 & 15 September 6 & 20

April 5 & 19 October 4 & 18

May 3 & 17 November 1 & 15

June 7 & 21 December 6 & 20