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Livestream the Sunday service at 9:00 a.m. on May 14, 2023

The Holy Eucharist will be livestreamed on St. Paul’s Facebook page at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 14, 2023. A Facebook account is not required.

Holy Eucharist: https://facebook.com/stpaulscary/live
Sunday Bulletin: May 14, 2023 – Sunday Holy Eucharist

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You may also watch videos of past services. The homily will also also be available on the website and podcast. We also offer Morning Prayer at 8:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.

Like what you see and hear? If you have a question, or you would like to connect in person, contact us at newcomer@stpaulscary.org and we will be happy to help you find your way.

Weekly Update May 12, 2023: A Letter from the Rector

Dear Friends,

Fr. Javier’s Sabbatical

I invite you to join me in wishing Fr. Javier well as he begins his sabbatical next week. After this time of renewal and rest, he will return to St. Paul’s in mid-September.

George Read George’s Letter

Women’s Social Gathering May 17, 2023, 7:00 pm

All adult women are invited to join us Wednesday, May 17, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for a casual social gathering in the Courtyard (in case of rain, we’ll move into the Parish Hall). Newcomers are definitely welcome; bring a friend! Bring your own beverage and a chair; be prepared to pack out your own trash. Contact Kay Burgess at kay.burgess9396@gmail.com for more details.

Vacation Bible Camp 2023: All Mixed Up and Upside Down!

Registration is open for All Mixed Up and Upside Down! our Vacation Bible Camp scheduled for June 26-30, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. til noon. Each day we will look at different “faces” of Jesus: how he went from an infant to a child, to a grown-up, and how the end of his life is really the beginning of everything. Campers must be age 3 (potty trained) through 5th grade.

ONE Wake Listening Sessions at St. Paul’s

Wake County residents: ONE Wake is listening! We are engaging organizations across Wake County in a campaign of Listening Sessions, helping to identify the pressures felt by households in our region. Listening Sessions are facilitated by ONE Wake leaders, with note takers recording responses and reporting back to ONE Wake. St. Paul’s is holding several options for Listening Sessions in May.

Planning Committee for the Fall Arts and Crafts Festival

Since 2013, with a hiatus from 2020 through 2022, the Arts & Crafts Festival has brought St. Paul’s and the local community together in a day of fun, fellowship, food, and shopping, with all our proceeds going to outreach ministries. We need committee members to help with the planning, organizing, and set up. Please consider joining the planning committee.

Memorial Garden Columbarium Expansion Needed

St. Paul’s Memorial Garden, a sacred place in the heart of our church, is in need of expansion. We have determined that it is necessary to increase the number of niches in our columbarium to accommodate future needs. Your help is needed. Please continue reading and consider making a donation by May 15, 2023.

Weekly Update May 5, 2023: a Letter from the Rector

Dear Friends,

We had a great Newcomer Luncheon last Sunday with more than 30 newcomers gathered for food and fellowship. Welcome to all.

There will be an acolyte training this Sunday. If you have never been involved in this ministry and would like to learn more, come on by. Read George’s Letter

Financial Update from the Vestry

On behalf of the Vestry, I want to express our gratitude for your financial support and generosity as we continue to Worship, Serve and Grow together in 2023. This letter is to provide an update of the 2023 operating budget. Read the Sr. Warden’s Full Letter.

Summer Worship Schedule Begins May 28, 2023

Remember that Sunday, May 28, 2023, we start the summer worship schedule: 7:30, 9:00, and 10:45 AM. This schedule continues through Labor Day. Adult Forums will resume in September as well.