WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

Creation Justice Book Club - Summer Series 
EARTHWISE-CREATION JUSTICE
Join us as we explore powerful works that connect literature, ecology, and spirituality. We’ll gather monthly to reflect, discuss, and be inspired by voices shaping our understanding of the natural world.

• Wednesday, June 25 at 5:00 PM 
  ”The Ministry for the Future” by Kim Stanley Robinson
  Genre: Climate Fiction

• Wednesday, July 23 at 5:00 PM 
  You Are Here by Ada Limón
  Genre: Poetry in the Natural World 

• Wednesday, August 27 at 5:00 PM 
  The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer
  Genre: Indigenous Wisdom & Ecological Reflection 

If there’s strong interest, we’d love to form multiple groups with flexible times and formats to accommodate everyone’s schedule. Click here to sign up and share your preferences—we’d love to read with you!

SUNDAY, AUGUST 24

🎒 Blessing of the Backpacks & School Tools Donations 10:30 am During Worship Join us for this special moment in worship as we bless backpacks, bags, and all who support education. Whether you’re a student, teacher, parent, school staff member, or caregiver -- from diaper bags to book bags to briefcases, all are welcome! We will also bless the school supplies collected for Interfaith Action’s School Tools Drive. Let’s surround our students, educators, and families with love and support as the new school year begins.

WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

Summer Impact Fridays 
YOUTH MINISTRY 
Fridays, July 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 10 am - 4 pm 
We can make the world a better place, all the while having fun! We invite all rising 6th graders -12th graders to 6 Fridays this summer. You'll participate in a half day of service work, and end the day with some fun! We will volunteer at Urban Roots, Friends of the Mississippi, help with the St. Paul's UCC garden, go to the pool, the zoo, and a movie. The best community is made when we make a difference together and have fun doing it!
Click here for more information and to sign up!

WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

Summer Impact Fridays 
YOUTH MINISTRY 
Fridays, July 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 10 am - 4 pm 
We can make the world a better place, all the while having fun! We invite all rising 6th graders -12th graders to 6 Fridays this summer. You'll participate in a half day of service work, and end the day with some fun! We will volunteer at Urban Roots, Friends of the Mississippi, help with the St. Paul's UCC garden, go to the pool, the zoo, and a movie. The best community is made when we make a difference together and have fun doing it!
Click here for more information and to sign up!

There will be no word on the word this week.

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8 @ 8:00 AM
Keys Bakery and Cafe, 504 Robert St. N, St. Paul
Gentlemen, need a reason to roll out of bed a little earlier? How about hot coffee, hearty laughs, and a plate full of bacon? Join us for a Men’s Breakfast at Keys Café and Bakery—where the conversation is easy, the food is satisfying, and no one judges how many pancakes you eat. Not to mention, there will be time for wonderful conversation and bonding with new and old friends. Let Peter Anderson (peetanderson@yahoo.com) know if you’re coming so we can grab a big enough table.

BELONGING & COMMUNITY

WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

Summer Impact Fridays 
YOUTH MINISTRY 
Fridays, July 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 10 am - 4 pm 
We can make the world a better place, all the while having fun! We invite all rising 6th graders -12th graders to 6 Fridays this summer. You'll participate in a half day of service work, and end the day with some fun! We will volunteer at Urban Roots, Friends of the Mississippi, help with the St. Paul's UCC garden, go to the pool, the zoo, and a movie. The best community is made when we make a difference together and have fun doing it!
Click here for more information and to sign up!

WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

Summer Impact Fridays 
YOUTH MINISTRY 
Fridays, July 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 10 am - 4 pm 
We can make the world a better place, all the while having fun! We invite all rising 6th graders -12th graders to 6 Fridays this summer. You'll participate in a half day of service work, and end the day with some fun! We will volunteer at Urban Roots, Friends of the Mississippi, help with the St. Paul's UCC garden, go to the pool, the zoo, and a movie. The best community is made when we make a difference together and have fun doing it!
Click here for more information and to sign up!

Creation Justice Book Club - Summer Series 
EARTHWISE-CREATION JUSTICE
Join us as we explore powerful works that connect literature, ecology, and spirituality. We’ll gather monthly to reflect, discuss, and be inspired by voices shaping our understanding of the natural world.

• Wednesday, June 25 at 5:00 PM 
  ”The Ministry for the Future” by Kim Stanley Robinson
  Genre: Climate Fiction

• Wednesday, July 23 at 5:00 PM 
  You Are Here by Ada Limón
  Genre: Poetry in the Natural World 

• Wednesday, August 27 at 5:00 PM 
  The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer
  Genre: Indigenous Wisdom & Ecological Reflection 

If there’s strong interest, we’d love to form multiple groups with flexible times and formats to accommodate everyone’s schedule. Click here to sign up and share your preferences—we’d love to read with you!

WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

Summer Impact Fridays 
YOUTH MINISTRY 
Fridays, July 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 10 am - 4 pm 
We can make the world a better place, all the while having fun! We invite all rising 6th graders -12th graders to 6 Fridays this summer. You'll participate in a half day of service work, and end the day with some fun! We will volunteer at Urban Roots, Friends of the Mississippi, help with the St. Paul's UCC garden, go to the pool, the zoo, and a movie. The best community is made when we make a difference together and have fun doing it!
Click here for more information and to sign up!

WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE

WORDS ON THE WORD | Bible Study Exploring the Preaching Text
Sundays | 9:15 - 10:00 am | Fireside Room

Words on the Word is a discussion-format time of exploring the Biblical text that will be preached on that morning, and it is led by the preacher. This group digs into the socio-historical context of the scripture(s), and the ways these texts have been understood over time -- including how they still apply to our lives, today. If you'd like to leave for choir at 9:45, you can!

SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE