St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church

Raritan Borough, New Jersey, USA

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About St. Paul Today

The St. Paul congregation is celebrating its second century of service to God and the community. St. Paul is a member church of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LC-MS). We are an evangelical (Gospel-centered) church, rooted in the Scriptures and dedicated to the mission of our Lord Jesus Christ.

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Christian Education

Sunday Services are held at 10:30 am. Adult Bible Study meets at 9:30 am. Sunday School is held each week before services at 9:15 am for kindergarten through 8th grade students. One of the highlights of our Sunday School year is the Christmas pageant. Confirmation class for young people in 7th and 8th grades is provided as preparation for active church membership and participation in the Sacrament of Holy Communion.

Sunday Services are held at 9:30 am during the summer. Sunday School and Bible Study do not meet.

Church Council

The Church Council's primary responsibility is the business of operating our church. They hold "workdays" to perform maintenance on the church building and the parsonage. They also have fundraisers such as their annual Spaghetti dinner each October. They also host a Pancake Breakfast each fifth Sunday throughout the year, with funds raised going towards designated Mission projects.

Ladies Society

Among our organizations are the Lutheran Women's Society, which is affiliated with the Lutheran Women's Missionary League of the LC-MS. Our women meet on the second Tuesday of each month, except during the summer. The LWS is a vital organization within St. Paul. They hold many fundraisers to support both St. Paul and charitable organizations. Our most popular fund raisers include our annual Christmas Bazaar on the first Saturday each November and semi-annual "Bargain Basement" rummage sales in March and October. The ladies provide support to local FISH & SHIP chapters, Lutheran Haven, Bethesda Home, and The Lutheran Navajo School in Arizona.

Youth Group

We also have a Young People's Society for junior and senior high school students, as well as college-age youth. The YPS is affiliated with the Luther League of the SELC district of the LCMS. Along with local activities and fund raisers, they travel for workshops and conventions all around the country. Their activities include car washes, lock-ins, and sales of cards, ornaments and other Christmas decorations.