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Hello, friends of St. Paul’s! Blessings and peace to you all. “Be doers of the word, and not merely hearers.” ~ James 1:22 Last week (8/25), we heard some of the results of abiding in Christ, including the fact that choosing to abide in Christ nurtures spiritual fruitfulness. This Sunday (9/01), join us at 9:30 am… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 29 August 2024

Greetings, dear friends! I hope this letter finds you enjoying this cooler weather as summer winds down in Oklahoma. Jesus said, “I am the living bread that came down from heaven.” Those who partake of this living bread, Jesus continues, abide in Jesus and he in them. Last week (8/18), we heard about what it… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 22 August 2024

Greetings, One and All! Jesus said, “I am the living bread that came down from heaven.” Those who partake of this living bread, Jesus continues, abide in Jesus and he in them. This Sunday (8/18), join us at 9:30 am as we celebrate Holy Eucharist and learn more about what it means to abide in… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 15 August 2024

Blessings and peace to you, dear ones! Jesus said, “I am the bread of life.” Last week (8/04), the Gospel lesson reminded us that, in addition to taking care of our physical needs, God also makes provision for our spiritual needs. This Sunday (8/11), join us at 9:30 am for the celebration of Morning Prayer… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 8 August 2024

Peace to you, my friends! Jesus said, “I am the bread of life.” Last week (7/28), we looked at a couple of instances in scripture when people were frightened or anxious; but were reminded that God is always present, taking care of our needs, and reassuring us of his love and provision. The Gospel lesson… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 1 August 2024

Jesus says, “Do not be afraid.” What scares you or causes you to fret? The last two weeks, we learned about the peace of God which surpasses all understanding. This coming Sunday (7/28), we will see a couple of instances in scripture when people are frightened or anxious; but are reminded that God is present,… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 25 July 2024

The peace of the Lord be with you. We say this to each other every week as we shake hands or share hugs; but what are we really saying when we offer the peace of the Lord to others? Join us for worship this Sunday (7/21) at 9:30 a.m., when we will hear “Part Two” about… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 18 July 2024

The peace of the Lord be with you. We say this to each other every week as we shake hands or share hugs; but what are we really saying when we offer the peace of the Lord to others? Join us for worship this Sunday (7/14) at 9:30 a.m., as we learn more about the peace… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 11 July 2024

Who is Jesus to you? Last week (6/23), we joined the disciples of Jesus as they asked in amazement, “Who is this that even the wind and the waves obey him?” Even though they had spent countless hours with the man already, they were still making new and astounding discoveries about who Jesus was. Likewise,… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 27 June 2024

Who is Jesus to you? Last week (6/16), we heard about some of the ways in which everything is topsy-turvy in the Kin-dom of God – frequently using the least expected individuals to do the least expected things. Please join us for worship this Sunday (6/16) at 9:30 a.m., when we join the disciples of… Continue reading St. Paul’s Newsletter – 20 June 2024