OCTOBER
Sunday, October 4
Adult Formation: Stewards of Creation | 9:15am
Join Father Eric, Mother Elizabeth, and Father Murdock for the second part of a three-week series exploring our call to be stewards of creation. In celebration of St. Francis on October 4, we’ll reflect on how we can embrace a deeper love for God’s world, following Francis’ example of praising God through all creation.
Annual Blessing of the Animals | 4pm
Join us on the church grounds for our annual Blessing of the Animals in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Bring your furry, feathered, or scaled friends for a short service of thanksgiving and individual blessings. Please ensure all pets are safely leashed or in carriers, or feel free to bring a photo of a pet who cannot attend or has passed away.
All Saints’ Day Remembrance Submissions Begin and continue through Thursday, 10/22
On All Saints’ Sunday, we remember with gratitude those whom we love but see no longer. You are invited to submit the names of loved ones who have died to be remembered during our All Saints’ observance on Sunday, November 1. Please submit names by Thursday, October 22 so we can include them in this year’s remembrance. Together, we give thanks for the lives of all the saints who have gone before us and for the love and faith they shared with us.
Wednesday, October 7
Great Expectations: Father Eric Long | 11:30am
Great Expectations is a monthly gathering for adults ages 55+ held on the first Wednesday of each month, featuring engaging programming and lunch. This month, Father Eric Long will share “Surprised by Home”: How God leads us through life on many roads, and all of them lead home. Every now and then, it’s even back to your original home.” Lunch is available for $8. *Registration required through Realm or by calling the church office at (423) 266 -8195.
Thursday, October 8
Young Adults Ministry (YAMs) | 6:30pm
The St. Paul's Young Adults Ministry invites you to the home of MacKenzie Teal on Thursday, October 8 at 6:30pm for our monthly dinner party.
Please RSVP to MacKenzie at mackenzie@stpaulschatt.org for address and details.
Friday, October 9
Exum Gallery Reception | 5pm
The Civic Arts League, Inc. presents “Collective Creativity” at the Exum Gallery. This exhibit features the work of 25 artists, each bringing a unique vision and perspective to their creative process. Featuring oils, acrylics, watercolors, colored pencil, assemblage, and textile art, the exhibit offers a diverse and engaging collection for viewers to explore and interpret in their own way.
Sunday, October 11
Adult Formation: Stewards of Creation | 9:15am
Join Father Eric, Mother Elizabeth, and Father Murdock for the final part of a three-week series exploring our call to be stewards of creation.
St. Paul’s Ladies Night | 4pm
Ladies of St. Paul’s, you’re invited to an evening of fellowship, friendship, and fun on October 11 at 4pm! Come enjoy a relaxed evening together and a chance to connect outside of our usual Sunday routines. Bring an appetizer to share and a beverage of your choice, and come ready for a wonderful evening together! Whether you’re a longtime member or new to St. Paul’s, we’d love to have you join us. Please RSVP to Michele O’Connor (micheleoconnor@gmail.com).
Saturday, October 17 & Sunday, October 18
Chattanooga Pride
St. Paul’s will once again participate in Chattanooga Pride, and everyone is invited to join us as we celebrate and share God’s inclusive love!
Chattanooga Pride Parade | Saturday, October 17 | 12pm
Walk with St. Paul’s in the Pride Parade or help welcome our neighbors at the Episcopal Church Booth. A sign-up sheet for booth volunteers will be available closer to the event.
Pride Mass | Sunday, October 18 | 5pm
Join the Episcopal community for a special Pride Mass at Grace Episcopal Church, celebrating the belovedness and dignity of all God’s children. Come walk, worship, celebrate, and show your St. Paul’s spirit. All are welcome!
Sunday, October 18 (continued)
Adult Formation: 50+ Year Member Forum | 9:15am
We'll engage in conversation with a panel of our most seasoned saints. They have beautiful stories of faith and community to share.
Journey to Confirmation: Adult Inquirers’ Class Begins | following the 10:30am service
Are you exploring membership in the Episcopal Church? Were you confirmed many years ago and seek a refresher of the why, what, and how we live out our faith as Episcopalians? A lunch will be provided for the Adult Inquirers’ Class that will meet after the 10:30am service on the following dates:
October 18, and 25 | November 1, 8, and 22 | January 10, 17, and 24
Classes culminate with Bishop Brian Cole’s visit to St. Paul’s on Sunday, January 31, when we will celebrate baptism, confirmation, reception, and reaffirmation.
Recognition of 50+ Year Members | at the 10:30am service
Join us for a special Sunday celebrating the faithful members who have called St. Paul’s home for 50 years or more. During the 10:30am service, we will recognize and give thanks for these longtime members and the many ways they have helped shape the life and ministry of St. Paul’s. A reception will follow the service in their honor. Come celebrate their faithfulness, hear a little of St. Paul’s history through their stories, and give thanks for the generations who have made our parish the community it is today.
Wednesday, October 21
Dinner & Meet the Vestry Candidates
Dinner is served at 5:30pm | Meet the Vestry Candidates at 6pm
Join us for an opportunity to meet this year’s candidates for Vestry and learn more about the people who have offered themselves for leadership at St. Paul’s. Hear directly from each candidate about their connection to St. Paul’s, their involvement in the life of our parish, and what inspires them to serve. Come meet our candidates, ask questions, and learn more as we prepare to elect new Vestry members.
Sunday, October 25
Adult Formation: Meet the Vestry Candidates | 9:15am
Another opportunity to meet the saints of St. Paul's who feel called to serve as Vestry leaders and who will stand for election at this year's Annual Meeting.
BOO! In the Pews! & Trunk-or-Treat
BOO! In the Pews! at 5pm | Dinner is served at 5:30pm | Trunk-or-Treat at 6pm*
Join us for Boo! in the Pews at St. Paul's, a fun-filled evening for all ages! The festivities begin with a lively organ concert featuring seasonal music, followed by a delicious meal, trunk-or-treat, and plenty of Halloween fun. Costumes are encouraged, so invite your family, friends, and neighbors for this festive celebration of community. Everyone is welcome!
*Help Make Trunk-or-Treat a Treat!
Calling all creative trunks and friendly faces! We’re looking for volunteers to help make St. Paul’s Trunk-or-Treat a fun and welcoming evening for our children, families, and community.
Decorate your trunk, bring some treats, and join us for an evening of costumes, candy, and fellowship. Your trunk can be as simple or as creative as you’d like—the most important thing is being there to help us create a wonderful night for our trick-or-treaters!
Sign up to host a trunk and be part of the fun!
NOVEMBER
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, November 6-8
Parish Retreat
Join us at Grace Point Camp & Retreat Center for a weekend of fellowship, renewal, and spiritual formation led by the Rev. Tricia Lyons. Options for Saturday only or the full weekend. To learn more about the retreat offerings and find registration details through Realm, click here.
2027
June 24 - July 27
Celtic Pilgrimage to Ireland & Scotland
Join St. Paul’s for a two-week pilgrimage through Ireland and Scotland, following the paths of the saints and scholars who shaped the Celtic Christian tradition. Together, we will explore sacred sites, ancient monasteries, historic landscapes, and island communities while making space for prayer, worship, fellowship, and spiritual renewal.
Our journey includes highlights such as Glendalough, Clonmacnoise, the Aran Islands and Dún Aonghasa, the Cliffs of Moher, Brigid’s Well, the Boyne Valley, Newgrange and Knowth, and the Book of Kells at Trinity College Dublin. In Scotland, we will spend three nights on the holy island of Iona, walking, worshiping, and experiencing the landscape and Christian heritage connected to St. Columba.
Cost: $5,000 per person, plus airfare to Dublin and the connecting flight between Ireland and Scotland. The Revs. Susan Sowers and Eric Long will serve as co-leaders, with the Rev. Elizabeth Farr serving as chaplain.
An informational meeting will be held Wednesday, September 16 at 6pm in Huckabay Hall. Those interested in joining us are encouraged to attend and learn more about the journey.
We encourage payment by check whenever possible. Credit card payments are also welcome and will include a 4% processing fee.
For complete trip details, itinerary, and registration information, visit Realm by clicking here. For additional questions, contact Carly Woodfin at carly@stpaulschatt.org or 423.602.5663.