History of St. Paul
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Photos by Gil Hennon.
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Photos by Gil Hennon.
October 3, 2010
By Barbara McGrath
It was a glorious day, blue skies, white cluster clouds, mild temperature as many of us—adults, teenagers, and young children—stood along Poplar Ave. at Goodlett in “a national prayer chain” for an hour holding Pro-Life signs calling upon God in prayer to help us stop the horrendous crime of abortion.
I was overwhelmed with joy that nearly 100 cared enough to spend this hour defending our innocent unborn and I am certain our prayers will not go unheard, for God hears the cry of the poor and will surely help us stop this evil.
According to Life Chain organizers, the national pro-life witness saves pre-born lives and changes receptive hearts. While standing for one hour in meditation and prayer, participants hold signs that include Abortion Kills Children, Jesus Forgives and Heals, Adoption the Loving Option, and I Regret My Abortion.
For more information about Life Chain, visit their web site at http://www.NationalLifeChain.org/
Photos by Michael Harrington
by Ruth Brooks
St Paul's Annual Wassailing Party, (our church's Christmas Party), was filled with the "Spirit of Christmas ", which started with music of Christmas in
the background played by Carolyn Maginni and flute soloist, Emily James, while we gathered together to eat Pot Luck hors d'oeuvre, drink wassail teas, and
play reindeer games ( table trivia). Followed by a Christmas Story by our own pastor, Fr. Pugh, which we all found very inspiring for the season we are
experiencing (Advent), as well as the season approaching (Christmas). Then the children came forth individually to sing their favorite Christmas song!!!
Every child who sings a solo gets a gift from under the tree. Afterwards they all sing collectively, Christmas Carols, and they all select a gift from under
the tree. Thanks to Cathy Weirich for successfully working with the children.
Then there was Jeopardy!!! The Jeopardy questions are based on Christmas facts, movies, songs, events, anything Christmas. At our Wassailing Parties from
years gone by this game has really grown, from pencils and paper at each table, to the Big Screen, thanks to Anne and Jim White and their whole family. We
actually believe we are contestants on Jeopardy. The Whites also provided us with Minute-to-Win it games with candy canes. The evening was a lot of fun for
all who attended. There is no hard work when there is so much fun by all.
Ruth Brooks, Maria Neely, Emillie Michael, and Anne White decorated the Parish Hall. After looking at the pictures below, you will not want to miss next
December's party.
If you would like to add your photos from this event, please e-mail Michael Harrington at
mike0351@bellsouth.net or call (901) 214-5659.
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Photos by Michael Harrington
March 27, 2010
By Dale Johnston
With the help of our Hispanic youth and the Altar Society, the boys clean the church grounds while inside, the girls prepare the Holy Saturday vigil candles as the ladies separate the palms for Easter Sunday.
Photos by Michael Harrington