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May, 2026
As we begin the month of May I become a bit excited. It is time to plant the garden! In years past I had a plot of land in the backyard dug out and garden ready. Most years I grew carrots, radishes, peppers and tomatoes, some years I even grew corn! However, as the years continued to go the weeds continued to grow and I just couldn’t keep up. A few years ago I finally did away with the plot of land and just put in grass and turned to container gardening. What a newfound joy! Still getting good crops, but now no weeds!.... Wait…. how could I forget all the large and small wild animals that are now in our neigh borhood; squirrels, birds, chipmunks, groundhogs, skunks, possums, raccoons, rabbits and deer, Oh my. Let’s just say they enjoyed my container garden more than I did. So last year, as a Christmas gift, I received a netted garden cage. No weeds, no critters eating the crops! This year I’m planning for more carrots, radishes, tomatoes and peppers. I’ll also probably try to grow something I usually don’t grow, though I haven’t decided on what just yet.
As we move through the great 50 days of Easter and get to Pentecost it is a journey that sees changes and growth as well. Jesus rises on Easter, he meets with his disciples and they are forever changed. Their spiritual growth is astounding, especially at and after Pentecost. We too, from our reflections during lent through the day of Pentecost come away changed, moved, and grown in our spiritual beliefs. And while there will always be obstacles (the proverbial weeds and critters) we find ways to continue to be nourished and grow in our faith be it through prayer, going to church, bible studies, etc. There are so many opportunities!
As I stated at the beginning, in the month of May, I become a bit excited. Because it is time to plant OUR garden, a garden of faith, hope and love, and let it grow!
Blessings to All,
Pastor Jason
In person, pet friendly worship services. Masks are optional. The services will also be online at Pastor Jason's Sunday messages on YouTube or you can go to our Facebook site or go to the Online Worship section listed above for these messages.
Mutual Ministry Group will be meeting on Zoom to discuss our activities.. The group is comprised of members from St. Paul UCC and our sister churches, St. Peter UCC and Ridge Road UCC. If you want to be a part of this vibrant group, please notify the church office at 440.843.8039. Our next meeting is:
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7 PM
Our Book Study is on pause through the summer. Will be posting when we will be starting back up. Please call the church office if you want to be included, 440.843.8039.
Hall Rental Available with Full Kitchen
Seating capacity: 125
Cost: $250.00, plus a $50.00 security deposit for 4 hours
Snow plowing extra if needed
Church Sanctuary Available for Weddings
Cost: $250.00