Your Lamps
by the Rev. Charlie Dupree In her sermon on Sunday, Gwynn mentioned keeping our lamps filled with oil – a metaphor for being prepared, taking care of ourselves spiritually, and being aware of and open to the presence of God.…
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In the Evening
by the Rev. Charlie Dupree This prayer always reminds me of one of my dear friends who has now gone to glory. I prayed it with him the last time I saw him. As the days get shorter and the night…
A Way Forward
by the Rev. Charlie Dupree These days, it’s pretty easy to get anywhere you want with little effort. Just plug an address into your mapping system, and the car might even drive you to your destination. Our phones even have built-in…
A Generous Welcome
There’s nothing worse than feeling like an outsider. Getting to know a new place, a new group, a new environment, or a new crowd can be very awkward and uncomfortable. This is why it’s important for all of us at St.…
Brave Conversations
A desire for and a movement toward racial healing and justice is at the heart of who we are as St. Paul’s. Two of our guiding values relate our call to “celebrate God’s rich diversity,” and be “open to brave conversations.”…
St. Paul’s Annual Giving Campaign
Today, we hear from Brian Carr. As the Junior Warden, he is a leader among leaders of our governing board, called the vestry. In partnership with Marti Truman, our Sr. Warden, this dynamic duo offers their superpowers to help make…
Celebrating Who We Are And Who We Are Becoming
by the Rev. Charlie Dupree In what ways do you experience God at St. Paul’s? Is it through . . . Acknowledging the legacies of our powerful history? Exploring the mysteries of God’s unfolding creation? Opening yourself to brave conversations? Welcoming the rich diversity…
Make Us Instruments of Your Peace
by the Rev. Charlie Dupree Next week, on October 4, the church celebrates the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Francis is considered to be the patron saint of animals. He is also considered to be the saint most associated…
A Place for Prayer, Candle-Lighting, and Contemplation
by the Rev. Charlie Dupree Acts of devotion are the ways in which Christians stay attentive to their relationship with Jesus. Acts of devotions may include the spoken, “traditional” types of prayers. Do you remember, though, what prayer is? According…
Litany for the Mission of the Church
by the Rev. Charlie Dupree St. Mark’s Episcopal Church recently called their new rector, the Rev. Benjamin Badgett. When a new rector is called, the church and rector ritually participate in a service known as the Celebration of New Ministry. Similar to…