First Sunday of Advent
Holy Eucharist and candle lighting
Nov. 30, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Christ the King Sunday
Nov. 23, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
22nd Sunday after Pentecost
Nov. 9, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
All Saints Sunday
Nov. 2, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
20th Sunday after Pentecost
Oct. 26, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
19th Sunday after Pentecost
Oct. 19, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Dedication of St. Paul's Organ and full Holy Eucharist service
18th Sunday after Pentecost
Oct. 12, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Celebrating the Feast of St. Francis
Oct. 5, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
16th Sunday after Pentecost
Sept. 28, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
15th Sunday after Pentecost
Sept. 21, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
14th Sunday after Pentecost
Sept. 14, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Sept. 14, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
13th Sunday after Pentecost
Welcome Back Sunday
Sept. 7, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
12th Sunday after Pentecost
Aug. 31, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Aug. 31, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
11th Sunday after Pentecost
Aug. 24, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
10th Sunday after Pentecost
Aug. 17, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
Aug. 10, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
The Feast of the Transfiguration
Aug. 3, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
July 27, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
July 20, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
(Special Instructed Eucharist Part I)
July 13, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
July 6, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Third Sunday after Pentecost,
June 29, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Second Sunday after Pentecost
June 22, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
June 22, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Holy Trinity Sunday
June 15, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Pentecost Sunday
June 8, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Ascension Sunday
June 1, 2025 10:30 a.m.
Sixth Sunday of Easter
May 25, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Fifth Sunday of Easter
May 18, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Fourth Sunday of Easter
May 11, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Third Sunday of Easter
May 4, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
May 4, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Second Sunday of Easter
April 27, 2025
Easter Sunday
April 20, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
April 20, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Commemorating Good Friday and the sacrifice and love of our Lord
Photos by David Rotthoff
St. Paul's began the observence of the Triduum, from the Latin "three days," commemoration of Holy Week with an Agape dinner and Maundy Thursday service, followed by a quiet processional into the Sanctuary for the stripping of the altar. The stripping accompanied our Music Director Edward Grimes' chanting of Psalm 22, which begins:
1 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, so far from my cries of anguish?
2 My God, I cry out by day, but you do not answer, by night, but I find no rest.
3 Yet you are enthroned as the Holy One; you are the one Israel praises.
4 In you our ancestors put their trust; they trusted and you delivered them.
At noon today (Good Friday), we observed Stations of the Cross, and processed to Crossroads United Methodist Church from St. Paul's to commemorate together Good Friday with a joint service observing Christ's sacrifice and unselfish love. Father Joe gave the homily, which asked us to understand consider Good Friday the training ground for us to fully understand God's power and love.
Easter Sunday will be celebrated with music, Holy Eucharist, joy and Hallelujahs at 10:30 a.m. Sunday.
St. Paul's began the observence of the Triduum, from the Latin "three days," commemoration of Holy Week with an Agape dinner and Maundy Thursday service, followed by a quiet processional into the Sanctuary for the stripping of the altar. The stripping accompanied our Music Director Edward Grimes' chanting of Psalm 22, which begins:
1 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, so far from my cries of anguish?
2 My God, I cry out by day, but you do not answer, by night, but I find no rest.
3 Yet you are enthroned as the Holy One; you are the one Israel praises.
4 In you our ancestors put their trust; they trusted and you delivered them.
At noon today (Good Friday), we observed Stations of the Cross, and processed to Crossroads United Methodist Church from St. Paul's to commemorate together Good Friday with a joint service observing Christ's sacrifice and unselfish love. Father Joe gave the homily, which asked us to understand consider Good Friday the training ground for us to fully understand God's power and love.
Easter Sunday will be celebrated with music, Holy Eucharist, joy and Hallelujahs at 10:30 a.m. Sunday.
Palm Sunday
April 13, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
April 13, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Fifth Sunday in Lent
April 6, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
April 6, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Fourth Sunday in Lent
March 30, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
March 30, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Third Sunday in Lent
March 23, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
March 23, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Second Sunday in Lent
March 16, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
March 16, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
First Sunday in Lent,
March 9, 2025
March 9, 2025
Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Seventh Sunday after Epiphany
Feb. 23, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Feb. 23, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
Feb. 16, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Feb. 16, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
Feb. 9, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
Feb. 2, 2026, 10:30 a.m.
Feb. 2, 2026, 10:30 a.m.
Third Sunday after Epiphany
and Mother Robin's last service as priest-in-charge of St. Paul's
Jan. 26, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
and Mother Robin's last service as priest-in-charge of St. Paul's
Jan. 26, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
The Baptism of Our Lord
Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
St. Paul's Christmas Celebration:
Christ: the miracle happens every day we see you in this world
Christ: the miracle happens every day we see you in this world
Second Sunday after Christmas
Jan. 5, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Jan. 5, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
First Sunday after Christmas
Dec. 29, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Dec. 29, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Festive Christmas Eve Service
Dec. 24, 2024, 6:40 p.m.
Dec. 24, 2024, 6:40 p.m.
Welcome to our Blue Christmas Service, Dec. 19, 6 p.m.
Helping light shine through even the darkest of nights
Helping light shine through even the darkest of nights
Dec. 15, 2024 Rose Sunday:
Third Sunday of Advent and the Sunday of Joy
Third Sunday of Advent and the Sunday of Joy
“You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.” (Isaiah 55:12)
"As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah, John answered all of them by saying, “I baptize you with water; but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the thong of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire."(Luke 3:15-16)
The word Advent comes from the Latin for “arrival” or “coming." Jesus came into the world in human form in a lowly stable in Bethlehem more than 2,000 years ago.
Advent takes place during the four weeks preceding Jesus’ birth. It is a time of preparation, hope, and waiting for the miracle of Christmas. This year it begins on Sunday, Dec. 1, then continues on Dec. 8, 15 and 22.
Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25th. A spirit of expectation, anticipation, and preparation marks Advent. We eagerly await the coming of Christ, preparing ourselves through Bible reading, prayer, and inward reflection to draw near to His presence. Whether at church or at home, let’s put aside some time each day to remember what Christmas is really about -- Jesus.
"As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah, John answered all of them by saying, “I baptize you with water; but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the thong of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire."(Luke 3:15-16)
The word Advent comes from the Latin for “arrival” or “coming." Jesus came into the world in human form in a lowly stable in Bethlehem more than 2,000 years ago.
Advent takes place during the four weeks preceding Jesus’ birth. It is a time of preparation, hope, and waiting for the miracle of Christmas. This year it begins on Sunday, Dec. 1, then continues on Dec. 8, 15 and 22.
Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25th. A spirit of expectation, anticipation, and preparation marks Advent. We eagerly await the coming of Christ, preparing ourselves through Bible reading, prayer, and inward reflection to draw near to His presence. Whether at church or at home, let’s put aside some time each day to remember what Christmas is really about -- Jesus.
Second Sunday of Advent
Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
First Sunday of Advent
Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Stark County's Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities join tonight
You're invited to join tonight's (Tuesday, Nov. 26) 45th annual community service, beginning at 7 p.m.
Diverse faith communities from throughout Stark County will be sharing the messages that unite us all at First Lutheran Church, 909 Tuscarawas St. E., Canton, OH 44707.
St. Paul's own Bill Kendrick, and Edward Grimes will assist with the music for the evening with other program representation from M.L. Schultze, and Mother Robin.
The offering from the service will benefit Thanksgiving Baskets, which provides nearly a thousand Stark County families with food at Thanksgiving.
Join us also for a reception after the service.
Diverse faith communities from throughout Stark County will be sharing the messages that unite us all at First Lutheran Church, 909 Tuscarawas St. E., Canton, OH 44707.
St. Paul's own Bill Kendrick, and Edward Grimes will assist with the music for the evening with other program representation from M.L. Schultze, and Mother Robin.
The offering from the service will benefit Thanksgiving Baskets, which provides nearly a thousand Stark County families with food at Thanksgiving.
Join us also for a reception after the service.
Welcome to videos of previous St. Paul's services.
All our services stream live and these are archived in reverse chronology.
All our services stream live and these are archived in reverse chronology.
Christ the King Sunday
Nov. 24, 2024
Nov. 24, 2024
26th Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024
Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024
25th Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024
Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024
Funeral Service for Edward Sutek
Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, Noon
Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, Noon
Election Eve Service
Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, 7 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, 7 p.m.
All Saints Sunday
Nov. 3, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Nov. 3, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Memorial Mass for Linda Rotthoff
Saturday, Nov. 2, 5 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 2, 5 p.m.
23rd Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024
Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024
22nd Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024
Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024
21st Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
20th Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Fifteen Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024 10 a.m.
Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024 10 a.m.
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024 10 a.m.
Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024 10 a.m.
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024 10 a.m.
Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024 10 a.m.
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024 10 a.m.
Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024 10 a.m.
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, July 28, 2024 10 a.m.
Sunday, July 28, 2024 10 a.m.
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, July 21, 2024 10 a.m.
Sunday, July 21, 2024 10 a.m.
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, July 14, 2024 10 a.m.
Sunday, July 14, 2024 10 a.m.
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, July 7, 2024 10 a.m.
Sunday, July 7, 2024 10 a.m.
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
June 30, 2024, 10 a.m.
June 30, 2024, 10 a.m.
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, June 30, 2024
Sunday, June 30, 2024
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
June 16, 2024 10 a.m.
June 16, 2024 10 a.m.
Third Sunday after Pentecost
June 9, 2024, 10 a.m.
June 9, 2024, 10 a.m.
Second Sunday after Pentecost
June 2, 2024, 10 a.m.
June 2, 2024, 10 a.m.
Trinity Sunday
May 26, 2024 10:30 a.m.
May 26, 2024 10:30 a.m.
Pentecost Sunday
May 19, 2024 10:30 a.m.
May 19, 2024 10:30 a.m.
Ascension Sunday
Seventh Sunday of Easter
May 12, 2024 10:30 a.m.
Seventh Sunday of Easter
May 12, 2024 10:30 a.m.
Sixth Sunday of Easter
May 5, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
May 5, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Easter Sunday
March 31, 2024 10:30 a.m.
March 31, 2024 10:30 a.m.
Joint Good Friday Service with
Crossroads United Methodist Church
March 29, 2024
Crossroads United Methodist Church
March 29, 2024
Agape meal and service
Maundy Thursday, March 28, 2024
Maundy Thursday, March 28, 2024
What is an Agape Meal?
An Agape meal is an ancient feast of a communal meal shared by Christians, ‘agape’ - uh-gah-pay - being a Greek word that reflects God’s unconditional love. On the night of his betrayal, Jesus shared a meal with his disciples. He shared this meal in the home tradition and setting of the Passover meal.
The washing of feet, the sharing of bread and wine, and the new commandment to love one another all happened in a home, in a room where Jesus drew his friends together as host, teacher, friend, and master who was there to serve them all.
This evening marks the beginning of the three-day celebration of Christian Passover. This service recognizes the profound connection between the celebration of the Eucharist and the meals we share in daily life. Therefore, though this rite is not the sacrament of the Eucharist, it reminds us of the holiness, the “sacramentality” of all meals, the holiness of all food, and the presence of the Risen Christ whenever we break bread.
The Music
Singing is one of the most important forms of prayer. A few words sung over and over again reinforce the meditative quality of the prayer. They express a basic reality of faith that can quickly be grasped by the intellect, and that gradually penetrates the heart and the whole being. These simple chants also provide a way of praying when one is alone, in the day or at night, or even in the silence of one's heart while one is working.
Adapted from Songs and Prayer from Taize
An Agape meal is an ancient feast of a communal meal shared by Christians, ‘agape’ - uh-gah-pay - being a Greek word that reflects God’s unconditional love. On the night of his betrayal, Jesus shared a meal with his disciples. He shared this meal in the home tradition and setting of the Passover meal.
The washing of feet, the sharing of bread and wine, and the new commandment to love one another all happened in a home, in a room where Jesus drew his friends together as host, teacher, friend, and master who was there to serve them all.
This evening marks the beginning of the three-day celebration of Christian Passover. This service recognizes the profound connection between the celebration of the Eucharist and the meals we share in daily life. Therefore, though this rite is not the sacrament of the Eucharist, it reminds us of the holiness, the “sacramentality” of all meals, the holiness of all food, and the presence of the Risen Christ whenever we break bread.
The Music
Singing is one of the most important forms of prayer. A few words sung over and over again reinforce the meditative quality of the prayer. They express a basic reality of faith that can quickly be grasped by the intellect, and that gradually penetrates the heart and the whole being. These simple chants also provide a way of praying when one is alone, in the day or at night, or even in the silence of one's heart while one is working.
Adapted from Songs and Prayer from Taize
Palm Sunday,
March 24, 2024
Service began with blessing of the palms in the Guild Hall at 10:15 a.m. and a procession around the church
March 24, 2024
Service began with blessing of the palms in the Guild Hall at 10:15 a.m. and a procession around the church
Fifth Sunday in Lent
Sunday, March 17, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, March 17, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Fourth Sunday in Lent
March 10, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
March 10, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
St. Paul's in prayer
Easter 2023:
Answering the call and sharing the light
Answering the call and sharing the light
The penance and promise of Good Friday
Good Friday: The Passion, the despair and, ultimately, the hope
St. Paul's Good Friday service offered a chance for us all to reflect on the cross and the loving sacrifice of God.
"We glory in your cross, O Lord, and praise and glorify your holy resurrection; for by virtue of your cross joy has come to the whole world."
" We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you, because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world."
"O Savior of the world, who by your cross and precious blood has redeemed us: Save us and help us, we humbly ask you, O Lord."
On this Saturday of reflection as well, you can click here to view the service, including Music Director Edward Grimes chanting The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.
"We glory in your cross, O Lord, and praise and glorify your holy resurrection; for by virtue of your cross joy has come to the whole world."
" We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you, because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world."
"O Savior of the world, who by your cross and precious blood has redeemed us: Save us and help us, we humbly ask you, O Lord."
On this Saturday of reflection as well, you can click here to view the service, including Music Director Edward Grimes chanting The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.
Maundy Thursday:
The servant leadership of Jesus
The servant leadership of Jesus
At the Maundy Thursday service, Deacon Robin Woodberry and Fr. Christopher Hofer modeled the servant leadership Jesus Christ offered his disciples at the Last Supper, washing their feet even over the protests of Simon Peter.
"Dear friends in Christ: on the night before his death, Jesus set an example for his disciples by washing their feet, an act of humble service. He taught that strength and growth in the life of the Kingdom of God come not by power, authority, or even miracle, but by such lowly service. We all need to remember his example. ...This is an opportunity to humble ourselves; to let go of our pride, our status."
The service ended with the stripping of the altar in preparation for the solemnity of Good Friday. St. Paul's is offering Stations of the Cross at noon today, and our Good Friday service at 7p.m.
"Dear friends in Christ: on the night before his death, Jesus set an example for his disciples by washing their feet, an act of humble service. He taught that strength and growth in the life of the Kingdom of God come not by power, authority, or even miracle, but by such lowly service. We all need to remember his example. ...This is an opportunity to humble ourselves; to let go of our pride, our status."
The service ended with the stripping of the altar in preparation for the solemnity of Good Friday. St. Paul's is offering Stations of the Cross at noon today, and our Good Friday service at 7p.m.
Palm Sunday and The Passion
The Palm Sunday service at St. Paul's began with a joyous processional commemmorating Jesus' triumphant march into Jerusalem.
For the first time in decades (but not the last) we entered the church through the historic stone ediface on Fifth Street SW, constructed 100 years ago. Fr. Brian Wilbert, the archivist for the Diocese of Ohio, served as assisting clergy, and the service included a communal reading of the Passion according to St. Matthew with members of the congregation reading the words of Matthew.
In her sermon, the Rev. Dr. Robin Woodberry contrasted the joy that started the morning with the dark events in the Gospel that will unfold this Holy Week before a dawning of the ultimate lightness -- Easter's celebration of the resurrection.
Photos by David Rotthoff
To watch a stream of the Palm Sunday service, click on this link.
For the first time in decades (but not the last) we entered the church through the historic stone ediface on Fifth Street SW, constructed 100 years ago. Fr. Brian Wilbert, the archivist for the Diocese of Ohio, served as assisting clergy, and the service included a communal reading of the Passion according to St. Matthew with members of the congregation reading the words of Matthew.
In her sermon, the Rev. Dr. Robin Woodberry contrasted the joy that started the morning with the dark events in the Gospel that will unfold this Holy Week before a dawning of the ultimate lightness -- Easter's celebration of the resurrection.
Photos by David Rotthoff
To watch a stream of the Palm Sunday service, click on this link.