Welcome
Whoever you are, wherever you are on your faith journey, we’re glad you’re here.
Welcome to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. We are a historic, multigenerational, LGBTQ+ affirming congregation. We are committed to being a spiritual center in downtown Richmond, providing community and creative worship as we follow a justice-seeking Christ.
Our 5 Commitments
Racial
Justice
St. Paul’s is committed to naming and dismantling systemic racism. We foster community healing and support the work of reparative action through local, regional, and international dialogue and action.
Being a Spiritual Center for Downtown
St. Paul’s extends a generous, affirming, and inclusive welcome. We are a place for serving, partnering, gathering, learning, growing, and worshiping.
Progressive Christian Thinking
St. Paul’s embraces our commitment to nurture a curiosity of spirit and mind. We are a spiritual space in which a diversity of people and perspectives are supported and shaped.
Transformative and Relevant Worship
St. Paul’s offers worship and liturgical experiences that are beautiful, thoughtful, grounded in the Episcopal tradition, and reflective of a God who is speaking into current conversations and contexts.
Embracing and Caring for All Ages
St. Paul’s builds a multi-generational community. We engage and support people through all of life’s journeys and transitions.
Proclaiming Christ in the Heart of the City
Emmaus
Thursdays 11 AM – 1 PM
The Emmaus Ministry provides a complimentary hot meal to 100-150 downtown neighbors. Each Thursday, we need a total of 14 volunteers for shifts of 1-2 hours, between 10 AM and 2 PM to ensure our guests receive a warm welcome.
Reconciliation Weekend
A Three Day Event!
October 18th, 19th and 20th
A weekend of contemplative events to recommit ourselves to the ongoing work of truth telling, repair, and racial healing to foster God’s Beloved Community. This year we are excited to welcome Dr. Catherine Meeks as our guest workshop leader, preacher, and forum speaker. Dr. Meeks is the founder and former executive director of the Abasalom Jones Center for Racial Healing, and the author of several books and podcasts.
Hurricane Relief
We’ve all seen the devastating images of what Hurricane Helene left in her wake. Many of us have family and friends who are impacted by this horrific storm. Now in the wake of Hurricane Milton, we all need to help.
All money donated will go directly to Episcopal Relief and Development. Thank you for your kindness.
Most Recent Service
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