I can be a sucker for a good parade. I remember community celebrations when I was growing up and I would get excited for the parade. Even as an adult, there is so much joy shown as people gather to celebrate. I love that a community can have pride…
At St. Paul, faith is a lifelong journey. As Lutheran Christians, we are continually growing—seeking deeper meaning and stronger connection with God throughout all stages of life. Intentional faith formation is central to who we are, and we cherish o…
St. Paul member Kristin Stegall met Jaclyn “Jackie” Miller on a warm July evening. Little did Kristin know that such a simple encounter would open the door to a bond that would weave together two families from different generations and journeys, even…
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So, what do we do about all the violence in the Bible? I’ve heard this question countless times. And rarely do I have a helpful answer. Afterall, scripture is the inspired Word of God. It’s supposed to (among other things) guide us toward deeper…
For nearly 40 years, St. Paul member Shelly Decker has lived much of her life above the clouds —serving as a corporate flight attendant with a passion for excellence, a heart for mentoring, and a gift for the little things that make a big difference….
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It had been 20 years since the home renovation project tweaked a shoulder. The man with the shoulder–let’s call him “Jim”–noticed the occasional twinge, but never really paid much attention to it. Normal activities were affected, to be sure, as flexi…
While on a walk the other day, I learned of a concept in economics that fascinated me. It also gives a name to something that has plagued almost all of us. The concept is called “sludge.” The purpose of sludge is to put so many obstacles in front o…
St. Paul and Camp Shalom have long been intertwined with camp starting out of St. Paul as an outdoor ministry center in the 1970s. More than 50 years later, Camp Shalom continues to attract kids and families, both as campers and as camp staff. This s…
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My family and I used to take vacations to the Jersey Shore when my grandparents (on my mom’s side) were still alive. Our destination was located on a barrier island connected by the Ingram Thorofare Bridge, which we nicknamed ‘the Causeway.’ The Caus…
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At the beginning of May, I traveled to New York City to attend a conference on grace. Not a professional development conference. Not a ministry conference. Not even a networking conference (though friends were made!). Just a group of Christians gathe…
St. Paul member Tom Taylor grew up working outside and looks forward to returning to the sunshine. “Some of my most rewarding work has been outside. I’m more deeply connected to my spirituality when I’m in nature,” Tom said. “The grounds of St. Paul…
The transition from elementary to middle school is a pivotal moment in a young person’s life. After spending years in a familiar environment, stepping into middle school brings new academic challenges, social dynamics, and a growing sense of independ…