
St. Paul Life Groups
Life Groups are all about studying God’s Word and having fun along the way! So, invite old or new friends to your Life Group or start a new one. If you have questions or would like additional information, contact Deacon Greg.

Farewell Luncheon for Pastor Rick & Amy
May 31/June 1 will be Pastor Rick and Amy's last weekend at St. Paul. You're invited to join us for worship and a farewell luncheon to celebrate their service here and to wish them a fond farewell. Join us June 1 from 12:00pm-2:00pm in the Christian Life Center. Please RSVP by May 25.

Young Adults Group
Our 2025 Kick-off was a blast, but if you missed it, you can still jump in! We’ll be meeting the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month for Bible Study — 7pm in the Youth Room. We’re starting the Book of James soon! We’ll also have once a month fun outings. Please join us and bring a friend. For more info, check in with Courtney or Becki in the church office.

Rejoicing Spirits Worship
Join us for Rejoicing Spirits Worship June 8. We will be hosting a light, preservice lunch from 12:15 to 1:00pm and our worship service will begin at 1:00pm. Rejoicing Spirits is an innovative ministry created to enrich the spiritual lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, friends and other supportive congregation and community members. It offers an interactive and engaging worship and fellowship opportunity which shares God's word and celebrates the message of God's loving grace. The “no-shush” worship setting is open to a variety of needs and offers the opportunity to actively participate and have roles in the service. Rejoicing Spirits meets monthly (generally the 3rd Sunday of each month with exceptions on holidays) in the Fellowship Hall for approximately 35 minutes in length, our worship service is followed by fellowship time. For more info, contact the church office.

Friends in Faith Picnic & Ice Cream Social
Come “chill” with us as we celebrate another year of friendship and faith at our 2nd annual ”Wrap Up the Year Picnic” on the river. Join us at Elizabeth Park River’s Edge Shelter, Friday June 13,2025 at 12 noon. Submarine sandwiches, ice cream, and water will be provided. All you need to bring is your folding chair and a dish to pass. Sign up in the Gathering Space. Suggested donation: $8.

Fish & Loaves Service Project
Join us Saturday, June 14 volunteer to serve at Fish and Loaves. We will meet at St. Paul at 8:00am and carpool from church. We’ll be serving 8:30am-12:30pm. Sign-up in the Gathering Space. Everyone is welcome, but must be 11 years old to participate.

Nature Quest for Families
Our MomCo group is planning some outdoor adventures for kids this summer! Nature Quest is our new group for St. Paul families and friends, to meet on Tuesday mornings at 10am at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. Our meet ups start June 17 and will go through August 26. Together we’ll hear a Bible lesson, explore God’s beautiful creation through guided activities, and get some fresh air. To get more info, contact Erica Craig. Please join us and bring friends!

Become a Member at St.Paul
Interested in joining our St. Paul faith family? There are many ways and opportunities to join us! We’ll be hosting our fourth quarterly God Connects Class on Saturdays, June 21 & 28, 9:00am-12:00pm. Our next PLACE Seminars will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 6:30-8:00pm. Please email Don Busse or call 734-676-1565 for more information and to sign up.

Trenton Summer Festival
St. Paul is hosting a booth at the Trenton Summer Festival on Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28. We are looking for volunteers to work in our booth, or you may wish to consider donating a basket or a gift card for our drawing. Sign-up in the Gathering Space to volunteer or to donate a drawing prize. Thank you for your support with this outreach event. For questions or additional information contact Robin in the church office.

Save the Date: Music Ministry Golf Scramble
The St. Paul Music Ministry Golf Scramble is back! Join us on Friday, August 1, for a fun morning on the greens with an 8:30 AM shotgun start at Lake Erie Metropark Golf Course. We’re looking for hole sponsors, volunteers, and golfers! Gather your foursome or come solo—either way, it's going to be a great day of fellowship, fresh air, and friendly competition. Early Bird Registration pricing available now; registration form available HERE.

Adult Bible Study
Join us Sunday mornings at 8:30am as we explore scriptures referenced in our sermons this summer. We meet each week in the Youth Room. Grab a coffee and your Bible and let’s dig into God’s Word together!

MomCo New Times
MomCo is now offering one morning and one evening meeting each month, the 2nd & 4th Thursdays. We’d love everyone to have the chance to come and be encouraged! Our next meeting is May 22 from 5:30-7pm. Childcare will be available. Please plan to join us. Contact Erica Craig for info.

Friends in Faith Trip: "Road to Damascus" Musical
We are heading back to Amish County in Sugar Creek, Ohio! This time we are going to see a brand-new musical “The Road to Damascus” — a musical detailing the events in the Book of Acts. Room reservations will be made for Wednesday, May 21 and the show is on May 22. Registration is now closed. We’ll see you at the show!

Yahweh Yoga
Join us on select Mondays in May for Yahweh Yoga — next classes are May 12 and 19. We'll be meeting in the Gym and class begins at 6:45pm. Hope to see you there!

Salute to Our Heroes Concert
Join the St. Paul Choir and Orchestra as we pay tribute to the heroes of our country; those who have gone before us, and those who currently work to ensure our freedom! The concerts will be presented in the St. Paul Christian Life Center at 2pm on Saturday May 17, and 3pm on Sunday May 18. Tickets to the concerts are free, but needed to reserve your seat. You can pick up tickets in the Gathering Space between worship services, Church Office during office hours, or order ONLINE HERE.

Young Adults Spring Kick Off Party
The Young Adults group is getting together to celebrate our first year together, welcome in new friends, and continue to build community. Join us Friday, May 16 at 7pm for some time in the Word, snacks, and time to get to know each other! We'll meet in the Youth Room. You're welcome to bring a friend. Sign up here

Women's Ministry Service Project @ Downriver Foster Closet
The St. Paul Women's Ministry is getting together to help foster moms in honor of Mother's Day. The Downriver Foster Closet is a wonderful resource for our local foster families. Their mission: "We provide essential items for children in foster care and are dedicated to helping the lives of these children." We will meet there from 9:30-11:30am on Saturday, May 10 to help organize and sort donations. Bring a friend! Please sign up here or in the Gathering Space.

Blood Drive at St. Paul
St. Paul is hosting a Red Cross blood drive on May 1 from 9:00am-3:00pm. Register online here by searching the St.Paul zip code: 48183. If you need help, we’ll be set up in the Gathering Space between worship services during the month of April. Thank you in advance — our blood donations are helping many lives!

MomCo Bible Study: A Beautiful Year in the Bible
Moms! Are you looking to cultivate a habit of daily Bible Study? We know life is busy and personal study can fall through the cracks. Join some other Moms in A Beautiful Year in the Bible: The 52-Week Bible Study for Women by Alabaster. This is a stress free, low pressure group to bring ladies together in scripture, encourage each other to grow in the Word, and incorporate Bible Study into our daily routines. Register Here. Contact Erica Craig for more info.

St. Paul Divorce Adjustment Group
A weekly Divorce Adjustment Seminar will meet April 30 through June 11, from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the Staff Lounge. The seminar deals with adjusting to divorce from a Christian perspective. Sign-up here. Group size is limited to eight people. Discussion topics include:
Managing Sadness and Depression
Coping with Anger and Anxiety
Letting Go of Pain Through Mindfulness
Developing Self-Compassion
Reaching Forgiveness of Self and Others
Finding Hope and Happiness with the New Me

1000 Hours Outside Speaker — Ginny Yurich
We’re so excited to welcome Ginny Yurich, speaker, founder of 1000 Hours Outside, and former MomCo mom, to St. Paul. She’ll open up for us the importance of getting our kids outside to play and explore nature — God’s good creation. Sunday, April 27 at 2:00pm in the CLC. Invite your friends — everyone who cares for children. This is a free event, there will be a goodwill offering. This event is lovingly brought to you by our MomCo group.

Celebrate Our 2025 Confirmands
You’re invited to come support and celebrate our 2025 students who are being confirmed during our 5:00pm worship service.

Women's Ministry Detroit Wheelhouse Bookstore Bike Tour
We’re going to join Detroit Wheelhouse in celebrating Independent Bookstore Day and taking a tour of some local book purveyors. Stops may include John K. King Books, 27th Letter Books, Source Booksellers, Vesper Detroit, Detroit Specials Used Books, and Vault of Midnight We’ll also pay a visit to the gorgeous Main Branch of the Detroit Public Library. Ride Distance is 13 miles and we’ll ride for 4 hours. Cost: $50/$60 with bike rental. Date: April 26 at Noon and we’ll meet at the Detroit Wheelhouse tour location. Space is limited so sign up ASAP if interested.

Estate Planning Seminar
Have you been putting off your estate planning? We can’t predict the future, but we can plan for it. Financial Planning Ministry (FPM) takes the mystery out of estate planning, guiding you and your family through a straightforward process allowing you to design a legacy plan that blesses your family and honors God. We’ve partnered with FPM to provide you with the opportunity to make decisions, pass on your values AND your valuables, and start planning for your future. Please join us on April 22 at 7:00 PM for a FREE and FUN one-hour presentation from Financial Planning Ministry on getting your will, trust and estate in good order. Childcare is available. Please register here

Men's Golf League
The St. Paul men’s golf league will begin Monday, April 21, immediately following Easter Sunday. The golf course is Willow Metro Park and we will begin golfing at 3 o’clock. There are a few spaces available for new golfers. If you’d like more info, please contact Tom Wiltse.

Easter Sticky Buns
The Sticky Buns are back! These sweet treats will be available on Easter Sunday after each service. Two-size options will be available in the Gathering Space with a suggested donation of $5 for a small container and $10 for a large container. Money collected for this fundraiser will go toward National Youth Gathering expenses.

Easter Eggstravaganza
The St. Paul Easter Egg-stravaganza is happening again this year! Kids up to grade 5 and their families are invited to join us on the St. Paul front lawn for this awesome outdoor event! It will be held Saturday, April 19, starting at 9:30am. There will be three Resurrection Egg Hunts for kids ages 4 and under; kids in grades K-2; and kids in grades 3-5. We will also have music, a family Easter photo op, face painting and much, much more! Bring your own baskets. You won’t want to miss out on this Easter weekend fun!

Friends in Faith Jonah Movie
We serve a God of SECOND CHANCES “…and the word of the Lord came unto Jonah the second time…” This month we will be watching a movie about Jonah. Join us Wednesday, April 16 at 1:00pm in the Youth Room for fellowship and a movie. Refreshments will be available. Freewill offering. Sign up in the Gathering Space.

LaFiesta, Euchre, & Fun
The St. Paul Men's and Women's Ministries have joined together for a Euchre Night! Join us Friday, April 11 at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone who knows how to play euchre is welcome. Food will be provided by LaFiesta, and there will be prizes. This is a free event that promises to be a lot of fun. There will be freewill offering. Bring your friends and bring a card table too! Please register here or in the Gathering Space.

Midweek Lenten Worship
Please join us on Wednesdays at 1:30pm or 7:00pm for our Midweek Lenten Worship. We’ll be looking deeper in the heart of Jesus through our “Prayers of the Passion” sermons.

Pastor's Fellowship Luncheon
New to St. Paul, or interested in learning more about our church? Newer members, guests and visitors are invited to join us for lunch and the opportunity to chat with our pastors on April 6 following the 11:00am worship service. Call the church office at 734-676-1565 to RSVP.

Adult Bible Study: Means of Grace
Adult Bible Study is beginning a new study this weekend. Means of Grace will begin at 8:30am on Sunday, April 6 at 8:30am in the Youth Room. Grab a coffee and join us!

Youth Airborne Adventure
Get ready to take flight at Airborne Adventure in Taylor, April 3 from 6:00-8:00pm for grades 6-12. The cost is $25 (includes 2 hours of jump, socks, pizza, and drinks (everything!). Please register & pay here by March 30. Parents, an online waiver must be submitted asap.

Mexico Water Mission Trip Info Meeting
St. Paul is partnering with MOST Ministries on a Mexico Water Outreach Mission Trip. The trip is scheduled for 10/4—10/11/2025. This project has the possibility of changing entire communities by providing them with clean water, good health habits and proper sanitation. If you are interested in learning more about this trip and how you can be a part of changing lives and sharing the Gospel, please join us on Sunday, March 30 at 12:30pm in Conference Room 110. You can also contact Lupe Harpster directly with questions. We have 12 spots to fill, and we hope you’ll join us!

Sisters in Heart Luncheon
A fun opportunity, open to all women of the congregation, family, and friends. In today’s world, we could all use a little more prayer for each other and we have the opportunity to show that with a Secret Sister — someone you would pray for throughout the year! All that is required is prayer and remembering her birthday, anniversary and other important dates that she may need to have lifted in prayer to God.
Our “reveal and new drawing” luncheon will be on March 22 at 11:00am in the Upper Atrium. Sign up ONLINE HERE or in the Gathering Space and bring a salad to pass. If you can’t come to the luncheon but would like to participate, you can still submit a registration below and be part of the Sisters in Heart fun. If you have any questions contact Linda Laura through the church office or email.

Friends in Faith Theater & Dinner
Join us for a presentation of "Ripcord" at the Open Book Theater on Sunday, March 16 at 2:00pm. Tickets are $24.00, with dinner at Mom's Restaurant afterward. More information and sign-up in the Gathering Space.

Kids Word Bible Presentation
This year’s Kids Word Bible Presentation will be held on Sunday, March 16 during the 11:00am worship service. All students who have attended the "What the Bible’s All About” class will receive their Bible. Please contact Don Busse with questions.

Salute to Our Heroes Rehearsal
Salute to Our Heroes concert choir rehearsals begin March 13 at 7:00pm. We still have room for more singers! As always, there are no auditions for any choir at St. Paul, and all youth and adults are welcome! Bring a friend to sing along with you. We look forward to seeing you soon! Contact Cherie for more information or to join a choir. View the 2025 Choir Schedule HERE.

KCAH Meal Packing Service Project
Update: Registration is now at capacity and closed - thank you everyone who signed up! Though the event is full, you can still support this effort by giving generously to our Kids Against Hunger food packing event: give online here. Each gift of $35 means 100 meals for hungry people locally, nationally, and internationally.
As a finale to our SERVING CHALLENGE, St. Paul is again hosting a Kids Coalition Against Hunger (KCAH) of Michigan meal packing event on Sunday, March 9, beginning at 1:00pm. We will pack meals that will feed kids, youth and adults here in our backyard and around the world! KCAH is an awesome organization that provides the mechanism and resources to make this happen. Our goal is to pack 10,000 meals for hungry people. The process is simple and fun! Teams work together at stations to assemble meal packets that provide a rich source of easily digestible protein, carbohydrates, and vitamins needed to nourish a hungry child’s body and mind. This is an important task. You’ll have a great time doing it and there is no better activity to help families and groups grow together than to care for others. For more information, contact Don Busse.

Ash Wednesday Worship
Our Lenten sermon series, “Savior, Servant, Friend”, begins on Ash Wednesday. We look forward to worshipping with you. March 5 at 1:30pm and 7:00pm.