Plan Your Visit
Thinking about joining us for worship? Great! Here’s what you can expect…
What to Expect
Community
At St. Paul, we champion community. Our love and support extend far beyond the walls of our churchwe carry that sense of connection with us wherever we go.
Progressiveness
Being an open and affirming church, we foster beliefs of equality. We won’t tell you whom to vote for, but we are going to talk about real life and current events.
Welcoming
We provide a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. Newcomer or long-time attendee, you will be met with warmth and kindness everywhere you go.
All Are Welcome
When we say “All are welcome,” we mean it: all. Straight, gay, richer, poorer, white, black, etc. That means you may see same-sex couples holding hands in the pews. Get over it. We have.
Jesus doesn’t reject anyone and neither do we. We welcome LGBT people to all levels of church life, including as members, deacons and pastors.
Children & Community
Children are welcome. We believe children aren’t the future of the church; they’re the church RIGHT NOW. We also know they wiggle and laugh and drop things. No biggie. There’s even a special time just for kids in our service.
Casual Atmosphere
People will say hello. Find comfort in that & feel at home with our church family. We believe it’s possible to be serious about our faith and informal in our approach. No jacket necessary. Jeans are okay. You may spot a tattoo or two.
Liturgical Worship
Our worship is liturgical, meaning we celebrate the seasons of the church year from Advent to Lent to Easter to Pentecost, but expect change. Embrace surprises. Pinwheels. A snapping turtle. A work project as a sermon. You just never know what you may find come Sunday.
Music & Singing
We do a lot of singing. We are proud of our music ministry, and under the leadership of our talented pianist, Paul, we welcome & encourage others to share their talents. Recognizing, “Unto the Lord, come & make a joyful noise”, all are welcomed to participate. For the Lords love is bold and apparent! Lyrics will appear on the projector and can be found in the sermon pamphlets.
Communion
We celebrate the sacrament of communion every Sunday, and you are invited to share, if you want, whether you’ve been baptized or not. That table belongs to Jesus, not us, and Jesus is the one who invites you to “Taste and see the goodness of God.” We always use juice, out of respect for those living with addictions. Our communion always has a gluten-free option.
More to Explore
Meet Our Pastor
Feel more at home by getting to know our Pastor before your visit. Find out more about their journey and mission.
Our Programs
Discover the various programs we offer, such as our community garden ministry, and see how you can get involved.
History
St. Paul United Church of Christ of Corpus Christi has a rich and storied history in the Coastal Bend of Texas. Journey with us as we explore our church’s past and how it has shaped our present.