On September 29th-October 1st, young people aged between 18 and 30 will come to Rome from countries across Europe to participate in a weekend of prayer, workshops, and fellowship. They will also be participating in an ecumenical prayer vigil in St. Peter’s Square on September 30th.
Fr. Austin and Madeline will be giving a workshop for participants about refugees in Rome and the work of the Joel Nafuma Refugee Center (JNRC). If you are interested in attending the presentation, meet in the church on September 30th from 9am-11am!
Additionally, St. Paul’s has extra tickets to the prayer vigil in St. Peter’s Square. If you would like a ticket, contact Madeline here.
For more information on the weekend, take a look at the website here.
October 1st- Anniversary of Latin American Community and Prayers for Healing
On October 1st, it is the Anniversary of the Latin American Community! To celebrate, there will be a joint service at 10:30am followed by a lunch in the crypt.
There will also be Prayers for Healing from Daughters of the King after the 10:30am Eucharist. All are welcome to join to pray.
“A Case for Love” Film Screening on October 4th
Join us on October 4th at 7pm for the European premiere of “A Case for Love”, a film inspired by the teachings of Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. The screening will be held in the church.
“”A Case for Love’” is inspired by the teachings and writings of Bishop Michael Curry, most well-known for his passionate sermon about “The Power of Love” at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. This documentary examines the question of whether or not love, specifically, unselfish love, is the solution to the extreme societal and political divide facing the U.S.
In the documentary, the film team travels across the US, interviewing everyday people from various walks of life and ethnicities striving to live their lives selflessly. In addition to these subjects well know figures including Pete Buttigieg, Al Roker, Sam Waterston and Jon Meacham weigh in on the subject. In the end, Bishop Michael Curry places what we’ve seen into context.
What’s the verdict on ‘A Case for Love’? Come watch and decide for yourself.”
Missed last Sunday? Watch the sermon here! September 24th: The Flow of Forgiveness Sermon by The Rev. Austin K. Rios Read the text version here.
Live & Give
What is it about St. Paul’s that feeds and nourishes you?
Is it our beautiful building, or the wonderful choir and organ music that accompanies the Sunday Eucharist? Is it the joy of sharing in prayer and quiet contemplation with people from all over the world, or how we embrace cultural, ethnic and linguistic diversity? Is it the warmth of our invitations to shared meals, the rich nightly concert programs, or our daily offerings of safety and resources for refugees and migrants?
Whatever your response, we invite you to share with us in keeping alive those things you value at St. Paul’s.
We want to make sure you have the opportunity to participate no matter how large or small your gift is. There is still time to fill out your giving estimate! Cards are in the church and can be filled in and placed in the offering plate, or you can use the online form!
