At this month’s Vestry meeting, Martin Schwerzler presented a “deep dive” on Pastoral Care and described the many and varied ways that the Pastoral Care committee works to serve the needs of the congregation. Whether it is taking communion to those unable to attend church, seeing to it that those who are ill or shut-in receive cards or flowers, praying for those with special needs, visiting those in the hospital, or providing group support to those who are grieving, the Pastoral Care ministry works to assist those in need with care and empathy. If you are interested in volunteering your time in this meaningful ministry, please contact Martin or any member of the Pastoral Care committee.

We are midway through October and midway through our Stewardship campaign. There is one remaining stewardship gathering scheduled - this one at my home, 700 Camellia Road in Augusta, at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27^th. Fr. Eric will give a brief presentation outlining our stewardship goals for 2027 and lead a discussion as regards our views on goals and priorities and how we can best use our resources to benefit our church family and the community we serve. If you have not yet had the opportunity to attend one of these gatherings, please consider joining us on the 27th to learn about stewardship, get to know your fellow church members better, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks and fellowship.

There are several other upcoming events to be aware of, including Snack Pack outreach on Saturday, October 31st at 9:00 a.m. in Tyler Hall where we will pack bags of snack food for those in need. If you’d like to help we’d love to have you join us- and it’s a great opportunity for youth as well. We also have an ongoing drive for our partner neighborhood school, Hornsby Elementary, to collect personal hygiene items for the children there. Items suggested include socks, underwear, deodorant, feminine hygiene items, and laundry detergent. There are drop baskets available in both the Narthex and Tyler Hall through the end of the month. As you can see, we are each an important part of a vibrant church community that seeks to provide ministry and service both to our fellow congregants and to the downtown community of which we are a part. Thank-you for your generosity of time, talent and financial resources as we all continue to grow in Christ.

See you at church!

Linda Hardy

Senior Warden

Sunday Breakfast

Sunday, 9 AM, in Tyler Hall

Busy morning? Breakfast with your friends at Saint Paul's instead! We have hot meal for breakfast this Sunday in Tyler Hall at 9 AM. Donations welcomed.

The Nursery will be open Sun, October 25

9:20 AM - 12:30 PM

We are pleased to announce that the Saint Paul’s nursery is open for children 6 weeks to 4 years of age. The nursery will be available this Sunday morning beginning at 9:20 AM.

Sunday Forum

Questions of Faith: What is Covenant

October 25, 9:30 AM, The Berlin Room

Join us at the Sunday Forum this week as we continue our journey through the Catechism. We will be exploring the question "what is a covenant?" and thinking about what it means for truth to be communicated through a relationship with a community. If we have time, we will also approach some of the thorny issues around terms like "Old Covenant" to refer to God's ongoing relationship with Israel.

Children's Choirs

Sundays, 9:25 - 10 AM

The Canterbury Choir (children in grades 3-9 and the St. Nicholas Choir (Pre-K through grade 2) rehearse Sundays 9:25-10:00 AM. If you or any family or friends are interested in the choir program, please email Director of Music, Keith Shafer or call (706) 724-2485 ext. 215.

Godly Play 

4K – 2nd Grade 
Sunday Mornings 10:00-10:45 AM
St. Francis Room

Teachers: Sara Dimsdale-Ha, Kim Butler, and Pam Wynn

Godly Play follows the circle of the Church year and is a space where children of all ages learn the stories of God and the language of the Christian people in a Montessori style format. It is a space that gives permission to play, wonder and allow for big questions.  

Upper Elementary 

3rd-5th Grade 

Sunday Mornings 10:00-10:45 AM

St. Patrick Room 

Teachers: Jackie Pingel and Janet Olson

Each week’s lesson helps our children understand the Church’s beliefs and practices following the model of the Holy Eucharist: gather, tell the sacred story, pray, share and send forth. Laughter and creativity are woven throughout. 

The Wayfinders: Middle School 

6th-8th Grade 

Sunday Mornings 10:00-10:45 AM 

The St. Benedict Room 

Teachers: Kitty Gordon, Adair Blackwood, and Abby Rafoth

Discovering faith, step by step, children will reflect on the Episcopal tradition of being on a journey of faith, inviting students into identity and purpose.  

High School Formation 

9th-12th Grade 

Sunday Mornings 10:00-10:45 AM 

The St. James Room 

Teachers: Aubrey Hinkson and Emily Blanco

The Episcopal Youth Formation is focused on faith and practice responding to God’s call to love one another. We will structure conversation to explore their faith, ask questions and be in community with one another. 

Guided Labyrinth Walk

Sunday, October 25, 4:00 PM, Berlin Room

Next Sunday afternoon, please join us for a Guided Labyrinth Walk. Robin Merriman will provide instruction and a guided walk with our labyrinth in the Berlin Room at 4 PM. No previous experience is necessary, and all are invited to participate. Please wear or bring socks to wear after removing your shoes. For more information about labyrinths, please visit veriditas.org. This walk is sponsored by the Daughters of the King.

Costumes and the Crypt

Cornerstone for EYC (grades 6-12)

Sunday, October 25, 5-7 PM, River Room

All area Episcopal Youth Community Groups (grades 6-12) are invited to Cornerstone at Saint Paul’s. We will eat pizza, have a pumpkin painting and costume contest and finish the evening with smores and a tour of the crypt with accompanying liturgy. RSVP to Aubrey Hinkson.

Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion

with Prayers for Healing

Sundays, 5:30 PM

Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion is a candle-lit service that emphasizes the contemplative side of worship, features some of Augusta’s best Celtic musicians, and offers prayers for healing for those attending, for others, and for the world. Come as you are and enter into a place of rest, prayer, and reflection.



Erin Montgomery, violin, is our guest musician this week.

Baptism Offered

Sunday, November 1

Email by Monday, October 26

The Prayer Book notes Holy Baptism is especially appropriate on four dates: at the Easter Vigil, on the Day of Pentecost, on All Saints' Day or All Saints' Sunday, and on the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord. 

We will celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism on Sunday, November 1, on All Saints' Sunday. All who wish to be baptized are invited to contact Fr. Eric.

All Saints' and All Souls' Sunday

Sunday, November 1

Email by Wednesday, October 28

On All Saints’ and All Souls’ Sunday, November 1, we remember especially those in our parish family and in our families who have died in the past year. Please email Catherine Stuckey by Wednesday October 28, if you would like to place someone special on the list.

Compline - ZOOM

Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 PM

Join Zoom

Meeting ID: 595 177 454

Dial-In: (646) 876-9923

Password: Email the Parish Office to request.

Compline is a beautiful, simple, and quiet service to end the day together in prayer with God. This service is led by members of the parish using an on-screen bulletin so everyone may pray together.

Following the prayers, those who gather through Zoom have an opportunity for a mid-week visit.

Mid-Week Eucharist

Thursdays, 11:30 AM, Chapel

Our weekly mid-week Eucharist in the Chapel is offered at 11:30 AM.

Lectio at Lunch

Thursdays, 12:00 NOON, Chapel

Lectio at Lunch is a midweek Bible study which follows immediately after the 11:30 AM Thursday Holy Eucharist. Participants gather to share a light lunch along with warm fellowship and an interactive dive into the Bible. Our text will be We Make the Road by Walking by Brian McLaren. "If you're seeking a fresh way to experience and practice your faith...this book will inspire and activate you in your spiritual journey. Dare to venture off old maps into new, uncharted territory and discover how we make the road by walking." Contact Kitty Gordon with questions. 

Hornsby Fall Carnival

Friday, October 30, 5-7 PM, Hornsby Middle School

Hornsby Elementary has planned a Fall Carnival for their students and hopes to have many volunteers to donate individually wrapped candy and prizes for games, or volunteer to help with game booths, set up, clean-up, and food distribution. To volunteer, contact Barbara Coleman.

Snack Pack Outreach

Saturday, October 31, 9:00 AM, Tyler Hall

Help us package our next set of Snack Packs, Saturday, October 31, 9 AM in Tyler Hall. Snack Packs are small bags of food containing some type of protein, cracker, water, etc., to help sustain someone until their next meal. Two ways to help: Donate items for our snack packs, especially protein (example: tuna pouches, Vienna sausages with a pull tab, meat sticks, meat jerky) and/or help us pack bags Saturday, October 31. Contact Mandy Harmon or Melissa Friedman for more information.

Sunday Forum

Questions of Faith

November 1, 9:30 AM, The Berlin Room

At the forum we'll continue our journey using the Catechism as an outline for exploring the questions that motivate our faithful exploration of truth and relationship with God.

Dates for your calendar

Nov. 1 - Daylight Saving Time

Nov. 1 - Pledge Cards Due

Nov. 8 - Spiritual Explorations

Nov. 10 - W.E.E.M.

Nov. 11 - Common Ground

Nov. 14 - Altar Guild Meeting

Nov. 15 - Hornsby Clothing Drive begins

Nov. 15 - Primetime Party

Nov. 17 - Tuesday's Music Live

Nov. 18 - Senior Lunch

Nov. 21 - Quiet Morning

Nov. 22 - Newcomer's Party

Nov. 25 - Thanksgiving Eve Service

Nov. 29 - Advent Begins

Tuesday's Music Live

Tuesday, November 3, 12 noon, Nave

The 38th season of Tuesday’s Music Live continues November 3 with a free 30-minute concert at 12:00 Noon performed by the Bloom Funkhouser Duo.

More information at tuesdaysmusiclive.com or 706-722-3463.

MMM...Men's Monthly Meal Pizza Party

Wednesday, November 4, 6 PM, The River Room

Come for a pizza party and salad at our next Men’s Monthly Meal (Mmm!) scheduled Wednesday, November 4. (Men gather at 4 PM to cook, the parish gathers at 6 PM for dinner.) We'll display a build your own pie table for those with a distinctive pizza palate, time, and patience. Or choose from the pies the kitchen turns out. PLEASE RSVP on the website, so that we may be a good host.

Evensong

Sunday, November 8, 5:30 PM, The Nave

Reception following in the River Room

The Saint Paul’s Choir will sing Evensong on Sunday, November 8^th at 5:30 PM. The service will include the world premiere of a setting of the Magnificat and Nunc Dimmitis composed by Allen Webber, formerly Professor of Music at Paine College. Mr. Webber is traveling to Augusta to be present for the first performance of his music. Also on the program is his anthem, “Praise ye the Triune God.” Please invite family and friends and stay for the reception in the River Room following the service.

Hospitality Team for Evensong

Sunday, November 8, 3:30 PM, The River Room

Reception following in the River Room

The Hospitality Committee invites you to make or purchase a "finger food" (doesn't require a utensil), appetizer, or beverage for the Fall Evensong reception immediately following the Evensong service at 5:30 PM, Sunday, November 8^th, 2026.  

You may drop off your food items in the River Room kitchen between the morning services or after the 11AM service on November 8^th. Please bring your items to church “table ready” (on a tray and ready to serve) Or, bring by the church office Friday between 9 AM–5 PM or Saturday 9 AM–12 PM so we can arrange it on a platter before the reception.

If you prefer to make a monetary donation, please make your check payable to Saint Paul's Church and annotate it for the "Evensong Reception." Questions, contact Eric Friedman or Catherine Stuckey.

 As always, we also need teams to help set up, serve, and clean up. Please sign up to bring items and/or serve below.

THANK YOU! Our memorable receptions are made possible by YOU!

Program Guide is available

Our 2026-2027 program guide is available. We invite you to browse this publication and look for ways that you can discover or rediscover where you belong, what you are called to do, and how we might grow together in God's Presence. A digital copy is available here and printed versions in the Narthex and the rack outside the Parish Office.