Ministries

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A.C.W. – Anglican Church Women

Since its inception in 1901, St. Paul’s A.C.W has evolved into its fellowship of caring individuals always ready to serve the needs of this parish and that of the community. With astonishing artistry, the Centre is quickly transformed to accommodate any number of activities from their many fund-raising projects to the more solemn occasions of funerals and memorial services. Preparing for the parish Bazaar is an activity of long-standing as they create their famous Christmas puddings! Their arms are always open to welcome new members.

Altar Guild

This behind-the-scenes group of dedicated men and women set up the altar for the Eucharist, as well as preparing the Church for special services, such as weddings and/or funerals etc. All those wonderful decorations that adorn the Church at Christmas, Palm Sunday, Easter, Thanksgiving, etc. are the results of this team of individuals quietly working in the background. Your helping hands would always be welcome.

Choir

St. Paul’s has two choirs; a mixed adult choir and a youth choir. Our senior choir sings the hymns and an anthem at the 10:00am service as well as the psalm for the day. Practices are Thursday evenings at 7:30pm, followed by a cup of tea and social time. The youth choir, ages 7 through high school, rehearses Saturday mornings at 9:30am, and sings at the 10:00 services periodically, more often around Christmas and Easter seasons. Any singers, young or otherwise, are always welcomed at St.Paul’s.

Hosted Community Services

A. A. – Two meeting groups / support meet at St. Paul’s. Call the office to enquire.

Weight Watchers International – helps you make healthy eating decisions, and encourages you to enjoy yourself by becoming more active through motivation, mutual support, encouragement and instruction from leaders.

Wheels to Meals – Lunch Out

Other Parish Groups

Square Circle Knitter / Crocheters

group meets Tuesday evenings @ 7 p.m. in the Parish Lounge knitting and crocheting afghans/blankets for displaced / homeless youth and individuals facing or recovering severe health challenges. Materiel donations – wool & thin fabric blankets are always welcome and appreciated. Knit & Crochet

St Paul’s Kitchen – Food For the Soul

The heart of any warm, loving and welcoming home is always the kitchen, and that certainly applies to the kitchen at St. Paul’s. Used by many of our groups for fund-raising occasions, meeting in fellowship, sharing a meal,or just social interaction, our kitchen is a hub of activity. About seven years ago, St. Paul’s Kitchen began monthly free outreach meals, available to all in our community in need of food and fellowship. Served on the 4th Saturday of each month, this core of volunteers invites you to drop in at any time to see what they’re all about. Who knows you just might want to stay!

St. Nicks Elves & the Victorian Ladies

On any given Monday morning you will see a group of ladies and one brave gentleman, working in the Centre busily making crafts, and enjoying wonderful fellowship as this group prepares throughout the year for three annual fund-raising projects. The Victorian Tea is held in May, then the Oktoberfest Bazaar in the Fall, followed by St. Nick’s Shopping Day in December for the children. Feel free to join in the fun – just bring your lunch and they’ll always find you a job.

Service Ministers

Chalice Bearers

Appointed by the Priest following training, the chalice bearer is commissioned to assist the clergy in administering the chalice during the Eucharist services, and during monthly services held at local Seniors Residences.

Intercessors

Intercessors is a person who goes before God in prayer on behalf of another person(s), situation or circumstance. At service, these people offer prayers for the members of the congregation, parish (Fort Erie) and region.

Readers

The requirements are simple for those who wish a more active role in our Sunday worship services, the ability to speak clearly and with an understanding of the verses you are reading. We always welcome new readers

Servers Guild

Lighting the candles, carrying the cross, assisting in the preparation of the Eucharist, this is the ministry of the Servers Guild to enhance the worship we offer to God.

Sunday School & Nursery

The service for the children starts in the Church, then following a Children’s Focus by the Rector, the children proceed to their class where their lessons are appropriate to the story. Child care is provided for tiny tots under 3 years.