Outreach to Our Neighbors
Worship is important to us, but serving our neighbors is our passion!
We have long established partnership with the Deacon’s Food Bank and Kaitie’s Closet.
Through the Hungry Lambs Ministry we feed the Payson Community Kids once a month. Goulash is their favorite and we always have enough for seconds! Along with a vegetable/fruit and dessert, it is an outreach we embrace.
Final Exam Munchie Bags are given out to the Gila County Community College students twice a year during final exam times. It is just a way to encourage the students in their academics and remind them that a score on an exam does not determine their self worth. Each one is valued and loved.
The Nativity Festival is our way of welcoming the community to our grounds. The nativity exhibit displays over 100 nativities from the traditional to the whimsical to most unusual. The event is free.
Outside Groups
We have a strong ministry to the community through the use of our building. Recovery groups like AA and Al-Anon hold regular meetings in our facility. Fraternal groups like PEO, Daughters of Scotia, and Soroptimist also meet in our building. The cost building use is minimal. We have hosted concerts and dinners for many non-profits. We view the use of our building as a ministry and a major way we can partner with our community. Call the church office if you would like to use the building for an event.
Deacon Food Bank
We support the foodbank at our sister church, Community Presbyterian. Gifts of cash and food are given monthly, and parishioners volunteer to help with the weekly distributions.
Hungry Lambs
Once a month, St. Paul’s volunteers prepare and serve a healthy meal including a main dish (goulash is a favorite), healthy sides including fresh fruit, and a drink. We serve our neighbors through our partnership with Payson Community Kids.
Kaitie's Closet
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Ten times a year new shoes, socks and underwear are offered to Payson children in need along with gently used clothing. Over 400 children were served in 2023. Volunteers sort and tag clothing and give out items in the monthly distributions. Kaitie’s Closet is a 501 c (3) .