Christian Education
At St. Paul’s, we believe faith grows best when it is nurtured in community, through worship, study, and shared life together. Preparing for baptism, confirmation, or marriage provides meaningful ways to deepen your relationship with God, and we walk alongside you every step of the way.
For Our Youngest Members
We offer caring childcare for infants through age 8 during the 10:30 AM service. Children enjoy age-appropriate Bible stories, crafts, and activities that help them experience God’s love in a joyful, engaging way.
For Adults
We provide a range of seasonal series and ongoing Christian education opportunities designed to deepen our faith. Whether you are exploring Christianity for the first time or seeking to grow in your ongoing faith journey, all are welcome to learn, question, and grow with us.
Lectio Divina
Lectio Divina, meaning “sacred reading,” is an ancient spiritual practice that invites us to slow down, listen deeply, and encounter God’s Word in a personal way. Together, we linger over scripture, allowing the words to sink in and God’s voice to speak to our hearts.
Open to teens and adults, this gentle practice offers a midweek pause for prayer and renewal. Drop in on Wednesday mornings at 11:30 am, and if you wish, stay afterward for the 12:10 pm service.
Lenten Bible Study
Sunday mornings following
the 10:30 service, Library
February 22 – March 29
The Reverend Alicia Todaro, Deacon
Jesus’ Last Week: Using Scripture, historical context, and the Stations of the Cross, we will explore the Lord’s Passion as we prepare for Holy Week and Easter.
Lenten 2026 Book Group
Tuesdays in Lent
Noon – 1:00 pm, Blue Room
February 24 – March 24
Looking for a way to connect with others as a part of your Lenten discipline this year? Look no further! We will gather to participate in United Thank Offering’s 5 session book club on The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer. (available for purchase on Amazon) This is a perfect book to explore during Lent because it can encourage us to think more deeply about gift, reciprocity, and gratitude. We’ll explore this book together and see what we can learn about gratitude as a way to give thanks by word and deed for the gifts given by the world around us. While reading the text prior to the meeting will enhance your experience, it is not required. You’re also welcome to attend all 5 sessions or just the ones when you’re available.
Lenten Stations of the Cross
Thursdays in Lent at 11 am
February 19, 26 & March 5 at St. Paul’s (21 Hackett Blvd.)
March 12, 19 & 26 at St. Andrew’s (10 N. Main Ave.)
The Stations of the Cross, also known as the Way of the Cross, consist of fourteen images illustrating Jesus Christ on the day of his crucifixion, alongside prayers. This practice echoes the Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem, a customary procession that runs from the Lions’ Gate to Mount Calvary. The stations are intended to lead Christians on a spiritual journey, inviting reflection on the Passion of Christ.
This year, our friends from Saint Andrew’s Albany will join us for Stations of the Cross at St. Paul’s for the first three Thursdays of Lent. The final three Thursdays will be hosted at St. Andrew’s (10 N. Main Ave, Albany). Participants are encouraged to bring a bag lunch to enjoy fellowship following.
At St. Paul’s, the walls of our church display images of the 14 traditional stations, offering a sacred pathway for prayer and meditation.
Lenten Preaching Series
February 22 – April 5
“INSTRUMENTS OF THE LORD’S PASSION”
The Very Rev. Marshall J. Vang
Symbols relating to the Lord’s Passion are central in Christianity, as they represent both the events and deeper meaning of Christ’s suffering, crucifixion, and death. These symbols serve as important reminders of Christ’s sacrifice and are commonly used in religious artwork and devotions to encourage contemplation and prayer.
Contact Bill H. with any questions relating to Christian Education at whtenor@aol.com.
