“Food Glorious food! We’re anxious to try it. Three banquets a day – our favorite diet.” OLIVER Yes, the lyrics from the musical OLIVER come to mind when I think of all the delicious varieties of foods we can enjoy. Well, since my heart situation I am more limited than before because I have strict…
Saint Paul said in Romans: “For I am not ashamed of the Gospel; because it is the power of God that brings salvation to EVERYONE who believes.” Romans 1:16 If you are on FACEBOOK, you have seen the image above after every single posting on your FACEBOOK page, including everything you post. As part of…
On February 25 we welcomed the Gloucester County Flute Ensemble to St. Paul’s. The Ensemble entertained us with a selection of “Our Favorite Things.” It was a wonderful performance! The Ensemble’s next visit to St. Paul’s will be on Sunday, May 12 at 4 p.m. This is Mother’s Day, so why not bring your mom…
You are dust, and to dust you shall return. –Genesis 3:19 We had a good attendance in worship on Ash Wednesday, February 14, as we commemorated the beginning of the season of Lent. There were three opportunities to worship and receive ashes. Ashes were given at our normal 7 a.m. Wednesday Communion Service. Doors open…
We’ve taken delivery and you can get yours any Sunday in church! Our new photo directory will give you the information you need about our members. Since we didn’t use a directory company, there was a printing cost involved, so we are asking for a small donation (suggested $5) if you are able to help…
The parsonage doors opened to all on Sunday January 7, 2024. A nice crowd enjoyed some refreshments and social time at the parsonage. Pastor Dave and Donna celebrated the start of a new year of happiness, possibilities, and the special church family we call St. Paul’s!
“Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewal of your mind; discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:2 Happy … YEAR church! Yes, I know that the calendar changed, taking 2023 out of our system while adding 2024 to our daily…
May the God of hope fill you with joy in believing! Romans 12:12 When I hear the name Jeremiah I often think about a certain bullfrog whose name was raised to global fame in a song of joy back in the 1970s. It was not sung by the Three Kings of Epiphany fame but by…
A little bit of Mantua Grove history that I remember: My children and all the others would go to Mantua Grove Chapel for Sunday school, although big events were always held at St. Paul’s. Before we sold Mantua Grove Chapel, we would always have our annual Picnic at Lake Garrison. We had such a great…
We celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ with joy and the little “inn of faith in West Deptford” was full. Jim had to bring out the folding chairs for our Christmas Eve service. What a beautiful celebration we shared … what joy in worship … what a sense of a loving community that is our…
What a wonderful Sunday School Christmas Pageant we had on December 17. The kids did an awesome job, and were so sweet! Many thanks to the kids, their parents and grandparents, and to our amazing Sunday School teachers and helpers for all their dedication. We have a great Sunday School! Immediately following was the children’s…
Sing to the Lord a new song because he has done wonderful things! … Psalm 98:1 We had a wonderful time at our annual Christmas Carol Sing on December 1. We really got into the spirit of the holidays, sang our favorite carols, and heard some fabulous special Christmas music. Patty Fish played for our…
Thank you to everyone that donated to our Giving Tuesday campaign! As a result of your generosity, we were able to pay for having the hole in the driveway filled in. Many thanks to our Trustees, led by Gary Rutter, and to Garden State Paving Company for the wonderful work! It’s not too late to…
It’s turning cold, and we’re all getting out our winter clothing. Aren’t you glad you have warm sweaters and coats to keep you warm? We’ve started a special project to help out students in the West Deptford Schools who can’t pay for their lunches. The school does provide lunch for all students, but if money…
We held our annual Sunday School Bazaar & Yard Sale on Saturday, November 4, and we did great! We earned over $3,000, enough to fund our Sunday School for the coming year, allowing us to purchase materials and offer Vacation Bible School. Items for sale included holiday decorations, jewelry, boutique, baked goods, deli items, and…
…the oyster suppers at St. Paul’s? We used to have oyster and chicken salad dinners here at the church. I was a “waitress” for the oyster suppers here starting when I was a teenager. Lots of walking back and forth to the kitchen for platters of fried oysters. My mother, Erma Lentz, was one of…