Fellowship & Caring
The purpose of fellowship at St. Paul’s is to build, strengthen, and sustain an inclusive and diverse community of faith through hospitality, fellowship, celebration, and remembrance.
We are committed to 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.
Sign up for E-Grace Notes to find upcoming dates for fellowship opportunities.
Family Breakfast
Family Breakfasts are monthly opportunities for fun, fellowship, and a delicious meal shared together. Offered on the fourth Sunday of the month between August – April. Everyone is welcome because, at St. Paul’s, everyone is family!
Sunday Coffee Hour
Following the service on Sundays, all are invited to meet in the Parish House or in the Memorial Garden to socialize, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, and have light refreshments.
Second Sunday Suppers
The church provides the entrée and attendees bring sides, salads, or desserts to share. These informal gatherings are a great time for fellowship, whether you are new to St. Paul’s or have been here for years. Check our calendar for dates!
History Tours
Knowledgeable tour guides are ready to help you learn more about the beautiful architecture and history of our worship space, as well as some fascinating highlights of parishioners’ stories over the 175 years of our time on Grace Street. Held on Sundays, EXCEPT the second Sunday of each month, after the Worship Service and other times by appointment.
Contact Bo Cresswell for more information or sign up for E-Grace Notes to find upcoming dates for fellowship opportunities.
Book Groups
Throughout the year we offer a variety of book studies that foster discussion while deepening our connection to God and each other.
St. P’s @ WC
This is a bimonthly gathering of parishioners who are residents of Westminster Canterbury, a senior living facility in Richmond. Participants join in fellowship, conversation, and updates on church activities.
Online Wednesday Morning Reflections
Consider a time of quiet in your week. On Wednesday mornings at 10:00, members of St. Paul’s gather on Zoom for quiet reflection. The format consists of reading one of the upcoming Sunday’s readings and twenty minutes of silent meditation. Participant are invited to comment on the reading or the silence.
Prayer Partners
This ministry matches a child or youth with a caring adult to build faithful mentoring relationships. Quarterly meet-ups are held after worship services throughout the year. Parents are included. Contact Linda Willis to sign up.
Young(ish) Adults
St. Paul’s has a vibrant and creative group of young-ish adults that come together seasonally for events and activities. Ranging from Friendsgiving to game nights, if you are looking for a way to connect with folks in your “age bracket”, this group is for you.
Grace Street Sisters
A group for women who don’t still have children at home, women who aren’t yet retired, or may be just partly or newly retired. Meets every 6-8 weeks on Friday nights for food and fellowship in different homes.
Men’s Softball Team
St. Paul’s is part of a church league in the Richmond area playing at local fields during the fall and spring seasons. Fun and fellowship is the goal! Open to those ages 16 and over.
Women of a Certain Age
Meeting monthly for supper at a local restaurant, this is a gathering of women who are in the “second half” of life, enjoying each other’s company as working or retired people.
St. Paul’s at Westminster Canterbury
A gathering of St. Paul parishioners who live at Westminster Canterbury Richmond, a senior living community. Participants join in fellowship, conversation, and updates on church activities. On the third Tuesday of every other month.
Contact Linda Willis for more information, or sign up for our Children, Youth & Families Newsletter to find upcoming dates for fellowship opportunities.
Children & Youth
Children and youth gather regularly on Sunday mornings and participate in fun activities throughout the year. Youth are also engaged in mission outreach.
Family Breakfasts
Family Breakfasts are monthly opportunities for fun, fellowship and a delicious meal shared together before church.
Family Fellowship
Get to know other parents and children at these quarterly, family-friendly events!
Mom’s Group
A women’s group for those parenting young children and youth. The group meets monthly for dinner and fellowship.
Family Group
Families seeking opportunities to meet with other families for conversation and support meet on Sunday mornings at 9:00. No two families are alike, and all are welcome. Please join us for spiritual conversation, book discussions, and fellowship with other families.
Prayer Partners
This ministry matches a child or youth with a caring adult to build faithful mentoring relationships. Quarterly meet-ups are held after worship services throughout the year. Parents are included.
Contact Bo Cresswell for more information.
St. Paul’s Annual Parish Retreat
Members of all ages are invited to join us at Shrine Mont Retreat Center, located in the mountains of Orkney Springs, Virginia. Each year we gather together to rest, play, and connect with God and each other. Save the date! Our Registration opens in January, and spots fill up quickly.
Our 2025 retreat will be held May 2nd- 4th.
Bi-Annual Women’s Retreat
Women’s Retreat are held at Roslyn Retreat Center in Richmond, Virginia.
Save the date! Our next retreat is scheduled for August 15-17, 2025