I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you.                                                    Ephesians 1:18

We provide many opportunities for spiritual learning and growth here at St. Paul's.  You are invited to join at any time!

Click here to see the " Sunday School and Christian Education Calendar"

Sunday School - Sundays at 9:30 a.m.-10:15a.m. -- We have classes starting at the three-year-old level all the way to High School Youth.  Classes are now enjoying the brand new classrooms the Lord has given us.  We begin each week or at the start of the year with a gathering of all the classes in the Church for an opening and then break up into our individual classes with age appropriate materials centered in Jesus' love for all His children.  For more information call our Sunday School Superintendent Kelly Tellier at 738-3508.

Adult Bible Study - Sundays at 9:15 a.m. or Mondays at 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. -- We have two studies running on Sundays with various topics, studies of individual books of the Bible, and basic introductory courses to the faith.  They meet in comfortable settings and always welcome all comers!  People are never forced to read or speak out loud and friendly discussion is always welcome. 

               Monday nights at 7:00pm - "The Holy Spirit"

Women’s Small Group Study - The Women’s Small Group Study that has been so wonderfully received is beginning its Fall gatherings

in September 2009!  We're in the process of deciding what we'll offer in September....please stay tuned!!

Thank you,   Jo Ann Fecto, jo-ann.fecto@hartfordlife.com and Heidi Gallagher, heidi.gallagher@hartfordlife.com if you have any questions.

St. Paul's Community Nursery School - Weekday mornings September through May.  We have a Nursery School Program in existence for over thirty years, fully licensed by the state of Connecticut, and taught by a staff that includes college graduates and a head teacher with a degree in early childhood education from St. Joseph's College plus a degree in nutrition from Cornell University.  Four-year-olds meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and three-year-olds meet Tuesday and Thursday.  For more information call our registrar Janice Becker at (860)379-6417or the school at (860)379-3172.

  St. Paul's Community Nursery School is now accepting registrations for next year 2009-2010.

Call the school at 379-3172 to receive info, an enrollment form, or to make an appointment to visit the school at a later date.

Confirmation Class - For teenagers in 7th and 8th grade - This is an intense time of growth in the Lord for our young teens.  Taught by Pastor Yeadon and Vicar, we examine the basics of the faith and the issues teens face in light of God's love and the answers He gives us in His Word.  For more information on Confirmation call Pastor Yeadon at (860)738-7400. A new class will begin in Sept.

Vacation Bible School - Our summertime growth in the Lord includes a week of Vacation Bible School for pre-schoolers through 6th grade with many teens and adults comprising the staff.                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Our Vacation Bible School this year will be July 6th - July 10th and the theme will be "Gadgets Garage: Jesus makes all things New"

Prayer Ministry - If you would like to grow in your ability to pray and have an effective prayer life, join us on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM for worship where we include a brief time of prayer for the world, our nation, our community and Church, and our personal needs plus the needs of others in our lives.  Prayer does change things.

Basic Lutheran Teachings "BLT" - For individuals new to the Lutheran faith who are interested in joining St. Paul's Church as a communicant member. BLT classes can even be used as refresher for existing members. Although it is not an ongoing class, it is scheduled as the need arises. Check the News at St. Paul's for updates.