Ministries
Service ministries here at St. Paul’s are always welcoming new members and volunteers. If any are of interest to you, please call or stop in to the office and learn more about these groups and how you can help/participate. Many of the Ministries welcome members from the wider community that do not ‘belong’ to the church, but simply wish to give back and are welcomed here at St. Paul’s.
Ministries at St. Paul's
Altar Guild
This behind-the-scenes group of dedicated men and women set up the altar for the Eucharist, as well as preparing the Church for special services, such as weddings and/or funerals etc. All those wonderful decorations that adorn the Church at Christmas, Palm Sunday, Easter, Thanksgiving, etc. are the result of this team of individuals quietly working in the background. Your helping hands are always welcome.
Choir
St. Paul’s has a mixed adult choir. The choir sings the hymns and an anthem at the 11:00 am service. Practices are Thursday mornings at 10:15 am. Any singers, young or otherwise, are always welcome at St.Paul’s.
Idylewylde Community Lunch
Formerly known as Food for the Soul, this ministry consists of a dedicated group of people who offer a nutritious, hot meal to the Fort Erie community once per month from September to June. They are assisted by the Culinary Arts Teacher and high school students from Greater Fort Erie Secondary School who want to practice their culinary skills and also give back to the community. Leadership provided by the Culinary Arts Teacher helps ensure the meal is balanced and nutritious. Meals are served on the second Saturday of each month from October to June, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.
Intercessors
An Intercessor is a person who goes before God in prayer on behalf of another person(s), situation or circumstance. At service, these people offer prayers for the members of the congregation, the region and the world.
Readers
The requirements are simple for those who wish a more active role in our Sunday worship services - the ability to speak clearly and with an understanding of the verses you are reading. We always welcome new readers.
Square Circle Knit / Crochet
This group meets Tuesday evenings @ 7 p.m. in the Parish Lounge. They knit and crochet afghans and blankets for displaced or homeless youth and individuals facing or recovering from severe health challenges. Material donations such as wool & thin fabric blankets are always appreciated.
St. Nick's Elves & Victorian Ladies
On any given Monday morning you will see a group of ladies working in the parish centre, busily making crafts and enjoying wonderful fellowship as this group prepares throughout the year for three annual projects. The Victorian Tea is held in May on the Saturday before Mother's Day, then the Apple Pie Night in the Fall, followed by St. Nick’s Shopping Day for the children on the first Saturday in December. Feel free to join in the fun – just bring your lunch and they’ll always find you a job.