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Christmas Eve at St. Paul

A Night of Celebration, Wonder, and Worship

Join us on December 24 at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable Christmas Eve celebration. This year’s service features:

Full orchestra and choir

Children’s Choir

Worship Band

Reading of the Christmas Story

A meaningful blend of traditional and modern music

Whether a Christmas Eve service is part of your family tradition or you’re looking for a place to reconnect with the meaning of the season, we’d love to welcome you.

St. Paul Community UMC
8221 Miami Ave, Madeira, OH

All are welcome. Come experience the joy, hope, and light of Christmas!

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The Gathering at St. Paul is a worship experience built for real life — a space where conversation, community, and authentic faith meet.

Pull up a chair at a round table, share in meaningful modern worship, and join in thoughtful discussions that connect Scripture to everyday life. It’s relaxed, interactive, and deeply rooted in God’s Word.

If you’re looking for a place where you can breathe, belong, and grow… this might be exactly what you’ve been waiting for.

Join us Sundays at 11am.

Worship with us in-person at 10am and 11am on Miami Road or join us online.

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Daily Devotion Dec 4, 2025

Posted on Dec 4, 2025 in HomePage, Pastor's Blog |

“But I do as the Father has commanded me, so that the world may know that I love the Father” (John 14:21, NRSV).

This particular passage in John’s gospel is the most complete biblical explanation we have of the Holy Trinity. The close relationship that Jesus describes between himself, the Father, and the Holy Spirit is reminiscent of the Three Musketeers’ mantra—“One for all and all for one.” The love the members of the Trinity have for one another is strong. They have a singular purpose. They share the same hopes and dreams. Their hearts beat as one.

Daily Devotion Dec. 3, 2025

Posted on Dec 3, 2025 in HomePage, Pastor's Blog |

“[My people] insist on turning away from me. They will cry out because of the yoke that is on them, but no one will lift it from them. “How can I give you up, Israel? How can I abandon you…My heart will not let me do it! My love for you is too strong.” (Hosea 11:7-8, GNT).

I grew up with a wiener dog named Frank. (An ironic name, don’t you think?) In his younger days, Frank liked to run away from home. Being the oldest child, I was tasked with catching him. I grew tired of Frank’s departures to the point that I threw up my hands in disgust and shouted, “Good riddance!” A very wise neighbor overheard my exclamation and asked me why I was so upset. I told Mr. Hannus that I never wanted to see that ungrateful dog again. To which he replied, “Son, you don’t stop loving someone just because they lack the sense to love you back.”

Daily Devotion Dec. 2, 2025

Posted on Dec 3, 2025 in HomePage, Pastor's Blog |

“He humbled himself and became vulnerable, choosing to be revealed as a man and was obedient. He was a perfect example, even in his death—a criminal’s death by crucifixion! Because of that obedience, God exalted him and multiplied his greatness!” (Philippians 2:6-8, TPT).

I love babies—particularly now as a grandfather. It’s good to be a grandpa. I can hand my grandson back over to my children when he gets fussy. All kidding aside, I am fascinated by babies. They are so amazingly complex. They are also exceptionally vulnerable.

Daily Devotion November 26, 2025

Posted on Nov 26, 2025 in HomePage, Pastor's Blog |

“Be subject to one another in the fear of Christ” (Ephesians 5:21, NASB)

Fear is one of humanity’s greatest gifts. Fear is also humanity’s greatest struggle. Fear is necessary to alert us when danger presents itself. Fear jump-starts adrenal activity to help our body move away quickly from potential harm.

Extended periods of fear, however, can do great damage to both our bodies and minds. Fear leads to hypertension, heart disease, and conditions such as post-traumatic stress. Fear is a double agent, bringing about both good and bad.

ST. PAUL COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | 8221 Miami, Madeira, OH 45243 | info@stpaulcumc.org | 513-891-8181 |