News from Director of Family Ministries – February 2, 2024

“Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it..”
~Proverbs 22:6

A MOMENT OF HUMBLE REFLECTION

Youth Group Retreat Feb 2024

Youth Group Retreat

This past weekend we went on our annual youth group retreat to Spruce Lake Retreat Center in the Poconos Mountains. First,
I thank all the adult leaders who dedicated their time to this past weekend.

One thing is for sure. We have the MOST AMAZING group of kids!

Not only did they invest their time in the lessons, worship, and getting to know other youth, but they were able to lift my spirits during a stressful at the beginning of the trip.

Getting the van stuck in the mud at 11pm was not the highlight of my trip, but as you can see in the photo below, it was a highlight of the kids.

Reenactment

Disclaimer: Photo is a creative reenactment. Kids having fun making silly photos.

They made the most of a bad situation. They put everything into perspective for me.

And most of all, they showed love and support to their leaders.
Their kindness and Christian nature warmed my heart…. I can not wait to continue to grow with these kids!

Blessings,
Melissa

A Message from Pastor Evan – February 1, 2024

Rev Ronell Howard, District Superintendent
Rev. Ronell Howard

Dear St. Paul’s family,

Please join us THIS SUNDAY – February 4, We are excited to have our district superintendent, the Rev. Ronell Howard, with us in worship and will preside at communion with me.  I want to encourage everyone to attend and to welcome the district superintendent to our church.

Onward in God’s service!
Pastor Evan

News from Director of Family Ministries – January 25, 2024

“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”
~Matthew 5:16

Can I Get A Witness?

A big part of my weekly interaction with my  church’s family comes from our Mid-Week Worship service.

I have made so many great spiritual connections with others who attend.
But one thing that has brought me great joy as well as spiritual perspective is when others share their testimony at Mid-Week.

I am looking for people who would like to share some of their personal testimony. It can about how you came to salvation, it can be one time where God touched your life personally, it could be a ministry that has help you to grow spiritually.

I believe we can all learn from each other, and when we share our stories we show how Christ is a part of our lives, and hopefully can inspire other to want to walk with Christ themselves.

If you would like to participate please come see me and let’s talk about sharing witness at Mid-Week Worship.
Time frame for speaking can be anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes.

Feel free to email me melissa.familyministries@stpaulsbrick.com

Blessings,
Melissa

mid week worship

A Message from Pastor Evan – January 25, 2024

Rev Evan Dodge

Dear St. Paul’s family: 

I continue to give thanks to God for his presence and power here in our congregation. The Lord is moving in our church and I am grateful to be a part of that! Perhaps you have been attending for a short while or a long time, and want to deepen your relationship with St. Paul’s church through membership.

Joining a local church is a public expression of your commitment to serving God and others through the mission and ministry of a church. If this is you, I’m so grateful! Please reach out to the church office (office@stpaulsbrick.org or 732-458-2080) or to Pastor Evan (pastorevan@stpaulsbrick.org).

We will have a new member orientation in March, and we want to reserve room for you! Come be a part of what God is doing here!

Peace,
Pastor Evan