Everyone’s invited! Join us for a relaxed evening of fun, food, and fellowship at Community Campfire Night on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 PM at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in West Deptford. Whether you’re a VBS family, a neighbor, or simply looking to meet new people, we’d love to welcome you! Enjoy free pizza, drinks, campfires, and great conversation in…
We hope all our kids and their friends will join us July 26-30 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for our annual Vacation Bible School! Our theme this year is Twists & Turns, focusing on the Apostle Peter to show kids that following Jesus changes the game. It teaches that even when we stumble, with Jesus,…
Working sessions at Denise’s house every other Wed. at 10am, July 15 & 29 and August 12. Feel free to come to any or all of them, even if you didn’t make the intro session. You can still make a Prayer Bible! We have started a new ministry at St. Paul’s, a Prayer Bible ministry….
“Live as children of light!” Ephesians 5:8 Vacation Bible School … Yes, it’s that time of year and I have been thinking of VBS memories these last few days. So many fun moments; so many incredible volunteers; and so many moments when God’s love has been shared with hundreds of kids! I have worn funny…
Our next Soup Sale is Sunday, August 2. The flavor is Piston’s TBA. Link to order for coming in July. There will be no soup sales in June or July due to scheduling conflicts. St Paul’s is selling soup as a fundraiser on the first Sunday of every month. All soups are prepared by the…
Yes, that’s right, we’re collecting undies again! We collect underwear each year in August to support the ministries of Seeds of Hope in Camden. Seeds of Hope has three programs to help people. “My Father’s Hands” aids those who find themselves on the streets of Camden. “South Jersey AfterCare” helps those recently released from prison…
Donors are desperately needed at our upcoming Blood Drives: Friday, July 31, 12-5 Friday, Sept. 25, 12-5 The Red Cross’s supply of blood is fragile and in constant need of replacement. Please help by making an appointment to come to St. Paul’s. Sign up online at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. Sponsor code is: St Pauls Thorofare….
“So that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please Him in every way; bearing fruit in every good work.” Colossians 1:10 People of faith are called to be action type of people. If you remember what Jesus’ brother James wrote in his letter that is part of our Holy Scriptures, you…
Outreach: Thanks to your donations of money, purchase of hoagies, and giving of metal for recycling, we have a Mission Team of seven going to Red Bird July 5-11. This is a major outreach mission and your donations have been greatly appreciated. Red Bird Missionary Conference in the mountains of Kentucky, renamed now to Central…
“Prepare ye the way of the Lord!” When Actor Matthew McConaughey was asked for his favorite Bible verse, he quickly answered, “Man shall not live by bread alone.” That verse is found in the fourth chapter of Matthew’s Gospel where Jesus said, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes…
We had a joyful Pentecost celebration on May 24 with mostly everyone wearing red. Pastor Dave led our service with great joy and enthusiasm and we ended the sermon with a kazoo parade to “When the Saints Go Marching In.” Bela opened worship with his prelude, “Come, Holy Spirit.” We were happy to have Patty…
On Sunday, May 17, we celebrated Children’s Day during worship service. The children heard an inspirational message from Dave Fish during church based on the story of Peter walking on Water. We celebrated in Hickman Hall with our annual Sunday School picnic. Thank you to Elaine Luoma, our SS superintendent, and her teachers and helpers….
Along with our nation. we paused to pray on Thursday, May 7, as part of a National Day of Prayer that President Lincoln started and Congress instituted into an annual event. Here in Gloucester County, we gathered for an ecumenical prayer service at River Winds Community Center. We came together as a community and as…
A Million Thanks! “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Helen Keller It’s a beautiful day, because ALL of the CHICKEN BBQ DINNERS were sold!! All of them!! There are so many folks to say THANK YOU to, so I will not try to list every single name but since…
“I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you.” One of my favorite days of worship during the calendar year is coming up during the month of May. PENTECOST! Our church showcases such incredible energy of joyful worship on Pentecost!! We come to church wearing red shirts, our…
There is a mystery here at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church that won’t be answered until Sunday, July 26th. You will hear me talking about 150 over and over again during the next couple of months because I dream of that number. I am referring to the number of children who will be attending VACATION…