To obtain the Zoom link and passcode for any Zoom event, please call the church office at (925) 934-2324 or email [email protected].
Please join us for Sunday services!
—7:30 am: Chapel, in person
—9:30 am: Hybrid: in person, Sanctuary and online on Facebook & YouTube
—11:00 am: Joyful Noise (family service): in person, Sanctuary
We can’t wait to welcome you!
St. Paul’s COVID Policy Update
Effective Sunday, August 28, 2022
Indoor worship: Masks are now optional for those who are fully vaccinated. Masks are still required for those who are not fully vaccinated, regardless of age. Please keep in mind, the California Department of Public Health and the CDC strongly recommends that everyone mask indoors regardless of vaccination status. We also urge everyone who is eligible to get fully vaccinated. Rest assured, clergy will continue to sanitize hands and wear masks for the distribution of communion, and the church will be kept well ventilated. For those who prefer to participate from home, we invite you to enjoy the 9:30 am service, which is live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube.
We encourage everyone to participate in the life of St. Paul’s in a way that is most comfortable for you and most respectful of the health of others. Loving our neighbors, getting vaccinated. and wearing a mask are tangible ways of expressing Jesus’ call to love our neighbor as ourselves.
Joyful Noise
Sunday, September 25 | 11:00 am
Join family and friends as we come together to pray and play!
Online Adult Formation Class
Wednesdays | Weekly | 6:30 pm | via Zoom
Join the Rev. Lynne and learn about the Gospel of Luke. You can easily join this group and not feel lost even if you didn’t attend in the spring. No preparation or experience needed, just a desire to dig deeper into the stories of our faith!
Weekly Eucharist Service
Thursdays | Weekly | Noon | Chapel
Take a break and join us for this mid-week spiritual respite.
Online Bible Study
Thursdays | Weekly | 3:30 pm | Via Zoom
Each week join the Rev. Krista as we discuss the readings for the upcoming Sunday. We’ll share readings, our questions about the readings, and close in prayer. We invite you to join us; no experience is needed, just an open and questioning heart!
—Readings for Sept. 29: Psalm 137; 2 Timothy 1:1-14; Luke 17:5-10
Help With Voter Education & Registration
Mondays & Fridays in September | 12:30 – 1:30 pm | Trinity Center
Want to perform an important civic duty? Help Episcopal Election Activator Emily Hopkins with voter registration and education! To learn more or schedule a one-hour shift, please email Emily Hopkins or call (925) 934-2324.
Meet Our New Seminarian: Cal Payne-Taylor
Exciting news! St. Paul’s is pleased to introduce our new seminarian, Cal Payne-Taylor. To learn more about Cal, click here.
History Committee Display
The Buildings of St. Paul’s, Part 5: Dedicating Our Church
Final week! Extended for your viewing pleasure in the Parish Hall through September.
~Save These Dates in October!~
Pet Memorial Service
Saturday, October 1 | 10:00 am | Chapel
Come and celebrate the lives of those special animals who we have loved and lost in this short and simple, yet meaningful pet memorial. We invite you to bring a photo or memorabilia (such as a collar or favorite toy) of your beloved pet.
Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 2 | During the 9:30 am service & after the service in the church courtyard
Join us as we commemorate the memory of St. Francis, the patron saint of animals, by blessing the feathered and furry companions that fill our lives with love and joy. Pets are welcome to join us in the sanctuary for this special service and if the 9:30 am hour is too early for Fido or Fluffy, drop by the church courtyard, following the service, at 10:30 am, for an outdoor blessing and a treat.
No pet? No problem. Bring the photo of a beloved pet that has crossed the Rainbow Bridge for a special prayer. Children may also dress in animal costumes and bring their favorite stuffed animal, too! Plus, there will be dog and cat treats (while supplies last) courtesy of our friends at Pet Food Express, with each courtyard blessing.
Intergenerational Service
Sunday, October 2 | 9:30 am
On the first Sunday of every month, we combine our Joyful Noise service with the 9:30 am service for an hour of joyful worship that appeals to and engages all ages!
Caring for Creation Series
Sundays | October 9 – November 20 | 11:00 am | Livingston Conference Room
Plan on joining us for this insightful seven-part series that will intertwine Scripture, theology, ethics, quizzes, videos, self-reflection, music, prayer, resources, poetry, inventories, and more! We’ll explore the creation that surrounds us, our impact on the natural world, and our biblical imperatives to care for each other and the earth. This series will be different each week, inviting us to reflect on our lives in relation to creation, justice, sustainability, and our natural resources. No prior knowledge needed, just a willingness to listen to how God might be calling you as co-creator to heal our fragile earth. We will start and end each session in prayer and leave plenty of time for reflection and discussion.
Start reading now and join the discussion!
St. Paul’s Online Book Groups
Thursday, October 13 | via Zoom
Afternoon Group: 1:30 pm Discussing Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell
Evening Group: 7:00 pm Discussing The Stranger in the Lifeboat by Mitch Albom
Community Dinner: Sharing Hope for the Future
Friday, October 14 | 6:30 pm | Parish Hall
Mark your calendar for this special event you won’t want to miss. Details coming soon!
Monthly Vestry Meeting
Thursday, October 20 | 6:30 pm | Livingston Conference Room
Have questions? Get answers! Members are invited to join us for our monthly Vestry meeting and learn about current events at St. Paul’s. Stay abreast of church ministries, finances, status updates, proposals, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions, offer feedback, and to get involved!
Have an Event or Announcement to Share?
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Reserve Campus Space
Do you need campus space for a church-related meeting, event, or activity? Use our convenient new online Facility Use form: https://bit.ly/stpaulswcfacility.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us to streamline and expedite your requests!
Church Office Hours
The office remains closed, but we’re still hard at work checking phone messages and emails. Need to get in touch? Pick up the phone or drop us a line at (925) 934-2324 or [email protected]
Emergency Phone Number
Need immediate help? Call or text the Pastoral emergency cell phone at (925) 326-7236.
