Take time to reflect on how you will use the upcoming weeks to prepare your heart for Christmas. Beginning the Church's liturgical year, Advent (from, "ad-venire" in Latin or "to come to") is the season encompassing the four Sundays (and weekdays) leading up to the celebration of Christmas. The Advent season is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to Christ’s second coming at the end of time and to the anniversary of Our Lord’s birth on Christmas. Click the picture for more information.
Our Christmas Pageant is Friday, December 15 at 7:30 PM. Sunday, December 24, 2023 is 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas Eve - 4th Sunday of Advent celebrated at Saturday Vigil Mass (Dec. 23 at 5:00 PM) and Sunday, Dec. 24 at 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM. Christmas Eve Mass celebrated Sunday, Dec. 24 at 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM. The Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord, Saturday, December 25, Christmas Day Mass celebrated at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM (no 5:00 PM Mass). Click the picture for more info.
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is Friday, December 8, a Holy Day of Obligation. There will be a Rosary at 8:30 AM in Church led by the Knights of Columbus. Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 AM and 7:30 PM. We honor Mary because God favored her with a special grace (at the moment of her conception), and her decision to cooperate with it has blessed humankind. Click the picture for more information.
Saint Paul will celebrate Thanksgiving Day Mass in church at 10:00 AM on Thursday, November 23, 2023. All are welcome to come and give thanks to God. Click the picture for more information. Saint Paul Clergy and Staff wish you a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving!
Solemnity of All Saints is Wednesday, November 1, 2023 – Mass will be in Church at 9:00 AM (followed by Adoration), 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM. All Souls Day is Thursday, November 2, 2023 - Mass will be in Church at 9:00 AM and at 7:00 PM there will be a Memorial Mass in remembrance of the souls of our departed loved ones. The names of loved ones will be read during Mass and a candle will be lit. Click the picture for more information.
Join Catholics nationwide in celebrating Respect Life Month throughout October and reflect more deeply on the dignity of every human life. Each October the Church in the United States celebrates Respect Life Month, and the First Sunday of October is observed as Respect Life Sunday. As Catholics, we are called to cherish, defend, and protect those who are most vulnerable, from the beginning of life to its end, and at every point in between. Click the picture for more informaiton.
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is August 15, 2023, a Holy Day of Obligation. Mass will be celebrated at Saint Paul Church on Tuesday, August 15 at 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Click the picture for more information.
The 3rd annual "Harvest Of Hope and Healing" St. Paul Clinic Golf tournament was held at the Bretton Woods Golf Course on Monday, September 18. If you were unable to join us as a golfer, a sponsor or an advertiser of the event please consider a donation. All proceeds to benefit St. Paul Medical Clinic in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Click the picture for more information.
Our Mission Trip to St. Paul Clinic in Honduras will be January 26 to February 2, 2024. Please give of your Time and Talents in support of our clinic as we celebrate our 25th year. Click the picture for more information.
Saint Paul collection drives help those in need in our local communities and beyond. For information on our current collections and how you can help click the picture. Thank you in advance, we appreciate your continued generous support.
Saint Paul Annual Parish Picnic will be Sunday, June 4, 2023 following the 11:00 AM Mass. Join parishioners for food, fun and fellowship. Please bring lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on and a dish to share. There will be an inflatable slide, face painting, games and more. Volunteers are needed. Click the picture for more information.
Saint Paul Good As New Sale will be Friday, May 12 from 9 AM - 6 PM and Saturday, May 13 from 8 AM - 12 PM in the Parish Center. All proceeds to benefit community needs. Click the picture for more information.
The trip has been postponed a few days due to unexpected issues. Please continue to keep those on the Mission Trip, Saint Paul Clinic staff, and the people of Honduras in your prayers. Monetary Donations are always needed and appreciated. Click the picture for more information.
There have been fake email messages that appear to be from our Pastor but are not. Unfortunately there is no way to block these fake messages, often requesting gift cards, money or personal information. Always verify with Saint Paul in person or by phone any suspicious request. Please continue to be vigilant, before taking any action verify suspicious mail, email, text, phone call, on-line request or person at your door. Scam victims can file a complaint with the FTC and/or contact the police department.
May is the Month of Mary! As the Mother of God, the Virgin Mary has a unique position among the saints, indeed, among all creatures. She is exalted, yet still one of us. Click the picture for more information.
The Easter Season celebrates Christ’s resurrection from the dead, his victory over death. Christ’s Ascension into heaven is celebrated on the 7th Sunday after Easter (May 21). Also referred to as Eastertide, the Easter season is the period of 50 days, spanning from Easter Sunday (April 9) to Pentecost Sunday (May 28), where Jesus sends the Holy Spirit upon the apostles to spread the Gospel to all nations. May the joy of the Risen Lord bless you and your family this Easter Season. Click the picture for more information.
During Holy Week, Catholics throughout the world participate in sacred liturgies remembering the death of Christ and celebrating His resurrection on Easter Sunday. On behalf of our clergy, ministry leaders and staff, we pray for you and welcome you to join us for Holy Week and a blessed and joyful Easter celebration. For our Holy Week and Easter Schedule and more information click the picture.
Continue your Lenten journey at Saint Paul. Confession will be available on Wednesdays through April 5 from 5:30 to 6:30 PM as well as every Saturday at 3:30 PM. Lenten Soup Suppers and Stations of the Cross will be Fridays through March 31. For our Lent, Holy Week and Easter schedule, and resource information click on the picture.
There are many ways to share your time and talents with our parish: liturgical ministry, social concerns, music, faith education, office assistance or handle odd jobs. Call us at 301-253-2027 to discuss the opportunities! We appreciate your help! Click the picture for more information.