At Saint Paul Young Adults one of our goals is to provide community for the young adults of the parish. Having true community means having a place that we can share our lives with each other in a personal way. That is what our small groups are about. They provide a place to meet people in a laid back enviornment and develop relationships with each other. 

The Church has been gathering in small Christian communities since the beginning. During these unsettled times of COVID-19, small groups offer us a time-tested model that enables us to still gather in community, grow in friendship, learn about the faith, and pray together.

Along with many parishes throughout the diocese, St. Paul the Apostle will be offering small groups this Fall for young adults (18 years old+). We are so excited to offer these small groups with content created by the Youth and Youth Adult Office that specifically addresses the realities of a young adult in our generation. The small group content follows the liturgical calendar, is based in the Sunday Gospel Scriptures, and is tailored to various life stages. The first season focuses on Ordinary Time in the Church and meeting the Saints.

We would love for you to consider being a part of one of our small groups, whether or not you have ever been involved with our parish before! Please read the below information and see the small group dates to help with your consideration!

1.) Season One gathers 7 times. Consistent attendance is very important to fostering positive dynamics within the small groups, so we ask that you look ahead at your calendar and only sign up if you are able to make 5 of the 7 gatherings.

2.) Please provide as much demographic and availability information as you can so that we can place you in a small group that meets your needs and availability. 

3.) Each small group is lead by a facilitator. Your personal contact information (Name, Email, and Cell) will be shared with your group facilitator and group. Your facilitator will be reaching out to you sometime between August 21 & August 28 to welcome you and let you know of any important information you need for the group.

4.) If you'd like to request being in a group with (a) particular friend(s), please put their name(s) in the comments. We cannot guarantee that you will be paired, but will try to honor your request. 

5.) If have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at rbuchanan@saintpaulchurch.org.


Season One Small Group Dates

Week #1- Mon, August 31- Sun, September 6 
Week #2- Mon, September 7- Sun, September 13
Week #3- Mon, September 14- Sun, September 20
Week #4- Mon, September 21- Sun, September 27
Week #5- Mon, September 28- Sun, October 4
Week #6- Mon, October 5- Sun, October 11
Week #7- Mon, October 12- Sun, October 18

To sign up please click here! 

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