EVENTS

A little more detail about upcoming events at St. Paul's

  • Faith & Film Series

    Faith and Film, Fall 2025


    Monday October 6

    Modern Times

    This 1936 Charlie Chaplin film tells the story of The Little Tramp trying to find his way through the modern, industrialized world and struggle to maintain his humanity. ““Modern Times” is perhaps more meaningful now than at any time since its first release. The twentieth-century theme of the film, farsighted for its time—the struggle to eschew alienation and preserve humanity in a modern, mechanized world—profoundly reflects issues confronting the twenty-first century. The Tramp’s travails in “Modern Times” and the comedic mayhem that ensues should provide strength and comfort to all who feel like helpless cogs in a world beyond control.” (Modern Times by Jeffrey Vance)


    Monday November 3

    The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

    This 2013 film, directed by and starring Ben Stiller, explores the struggle to pursue our dreams and what it means when we live life as an adventure. “More important, this is a spiritual film—not religious, yet deeply spiritual—because it quietly celebrates the pronounced joy and healing nature of being fully present. A Zen master or cognitive behavioral psychologist could not have made a better movie to explain how beautiful and resilient and overwhelming the present moment can be, once we open ourselves up to it. In fact, the film is so spiritual that the protagonist even has to climb a mountain in the Himalayas to meet his master.” (Psychology Today)


    Monday December 1

    The Gospel According to St. Matthew

    The story of Jesus according to Matthew’s Gospel is powerfully told in this 1963 Italian film. “A strikingly unconventional film, The Gospel According to St. Matthew presents a raw and realistic interpretation of Jesus Christ's life and teachings. Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini, the movie features non-professional actors and a minimalist style that brings the Gospel's poignant messages to the forefront. Seamlessly combining neorealism with spiritual themes, this film offers a fresh and powerful take on the Jesus Christ story.” (ranker.com) 


  • Men's Bible Study

    Father, Son, Brother, Husband. Stories of Men’s Roles and Relationships in Scripture


    The new study by Pastor Coffey will explore men’s various roles and relationships in life. Biblical stories will help inspire and guide our conversation about how we can faithfully live out our may relationships and roles – including father, son, brother, husband, friend, mentor, and more. All men are invited and encouraged to attend this engaging study as we learn from Scripture and from each other. If you would like to be added to the Men’s Bible Study email list, contact the Church Office.


  • Grain & Grape | Pub Theology

    On the first Wednesday of the month, we gather at Home Sweet Farm to raise a glass and read deeper into a Bible story.  We ask a lot of questions, we learn more about the historical context of Jesus’s life, and we always end up learning more about our lives too.  Come join us at 7:30pm to be a part of this monthly gathering. All are welcome!

  • Fill the Basket

    The Social Concerns Committee challenges you to fill our “Big Baskets” with donated items. You can find these baskets located in the narthex of the church as well as the fellowship hall. Each month there will be a different cause to donate to.


    The Social Concerns Committee has designated the Seamen’s Church Institute as the recipient of our October Fill the Basket project. The Seamen’s Church Institute has offices along the coastlines of the US, and provides pastoral care, worship, and services to American tugboat crews as well as international shipping crews who deliver goods to our shores. The Prayer Shawl Ministry group have made many crocheted caps and scarves to offer warmth to those who work on the seas in winter. Our additional gifts for the Seamen’s Church Institute and the Houston International Seafarers’ Ministry include the following items for Christmas boxes for the seamen:


    • Texas souvenirs (key chain, magnets, etc.)
    • shampoo (regular size—no travel size nor XL size)
    • new athletic socks for men (no ankle socks)
    • chewing gum


    The children of our church will make handmade Christmas cards to be delivered, as well. 

    All items will be delivered to Seamen’s Church Institute on Friday, November 7. Anyone interested in visiting the Seamen’s Church at the Houston Ship Channel are invited on a day-trip on November 7. Meet at the church at 8:30 am to carpool to Houston. After touring the ministry site and learning about sailing a tugboat, we will have lunch at Monument Inn for seafood and ship-watching! Contact Anne in the church office if you are interested.



    We challenge you to fill the baskets!



    Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me. Matthew 25: (40)