St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church - Grosse Pointe

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The St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church Rummage Sale is less than a week away! Join us for our annual sale featuring hu...
09/06/2026

The St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church Rummage Sale is less than a week away!

Join us for our annual sale featuring hundreds of items, all while helping support local charitable causes. Whether you’re searching for clothing, home goods, books, toys, furniture, or a hidden treasure, there’s always something worth discovering.

Friday, September 11 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (No early sales)
Saturday, September 12 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m. (Everything is half price!)
Cash and charge accepted.

Start making your list and get ready to shop. We’ll see you at the sale!

Stained Glass in SecondsThere’s more to stained glass than meets the eye. Let’s take a closer look at some of the symbol...
08/28/2026

Stained Glass in Seconds

There’s more to stained glass than meets the eye. Let’s take a closer look at some of the symbols and stories woven into these beautiful works of art.

The Agnus Dei, or “Lamb of God,” is a powerful symbol of Jesus Christ, reminding us of His sacrifice for the sins of the world. The staff and white banner bearing a red cross proclaim Christ’s victory through His death and resurrection, with the white representing new life and the red cross recalling His saving sacrifice. Found in stained glass, altar carvings, and other sacred art, this ancient symbol serves as a visual reminder of the hope and promise of the risen Christ.

The Raised Hand of Blessing is a traditional Christian symbol of blessing, teaching, and God’s presence. The two raised fingers remind us that Jesus is both fully divine and fully human, while the gesture itself reflects Christ’s authority and His blessing upon the faithful. In stained glass, this image serves as a beautiful reminder that God is always present, guiding, teaching, and offering His grace to His people.

*Photos are of stained glass in St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Grosse Pointe Farms MI

Southeast Michigan Synod, ELCA
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Baptism is a beautiful moment of faith, family, and new beginnings. It is a reminder of God’s promise to be with us, to ...
08/21/2026

Baptism is a beautiful moment of faith, family, and new beginnings. It is a reminder of God’s promise to be with us, to welcome us, and to surround us with grace throughout every stage of life.

Last Sunday, we had the joy of celebrating the baptism of Kamryn Casey. We are grateful to celebrate this special moment with Kamryn and her family and to welcome her into our church family. May God continue to guide and bless her on her journey of faith.

As the 2026 fall semester approaches, St. Paul Lutheran Church is once again supporting the CHAMPS Program at Wayne Stat...
08/20/2026

As the 2026 fall semester approaches, St. Paul Lutheran Church is once again supporting the CHAMPS Program at Wayne State University. The program provides support and resources to college students who have experienced foster care as they continue their education.

This year, our Outreach Committee provided an Amazon gift card, snacks, school supplies, and other essentials for each of the 25 students in the program. These items will help support the students as they head into a new semester.

Pictured is Pura, Director of the CHAMPS Program at Wayne State University. We are grateful for the opportunity to support these students and for the volunteers and supporters who make this outreach possible. We wish all 25 students a wonderful start to the new semester! 💙📚

Champs Wayne State
Wayne State University
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Southeast Michigan Synod, ELCA

A few weeks ago, Casey Rakowski attended the Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar in Cincinnati, joining handb...
08/14/2026

A few weeks ago, Casey Rakowski attended the Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar in Cincinnati, joining handbell musicians, directors, and ringers from across the United States and around the world.

The seminar was a wonderful opportunity to learn from other musicians, explore new ideas, and discover new music to bring back to the bell choir at St. Paul. We’re excited to see how Casey’s experience continues to inspire our music ministry and bring new ideas to our handbell program!

Get ready to shop and support a great cause at St. Paul's Annual Rummage Sale!Browse well-organized departments featurin...
08/07/2026

Get ready to shop and support a great cause at St. Paul's Annual Rummage Sale!

Browse well-organized departments featuring clothing, furniture, boutique items, children's goods, electronics, kitchenware, linens, tools, holiday décor, gardening items, crafts and fabric, and much more. Don't miss the popular $10 grocery bag clothing sale, with clothing sorted by size for easy shopping.

Friday, September 11 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (No early sales)
Saturday, September 12 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m. (Everything is half price!)

Cash and charge accepted.

Every purchase supports St. Paul's ministries and programs, with half of the proceeds also benefiting local, national, and international organizations chosen by the volunteers who make the sale possible.

Have items to donate? Donations are being accepted through August 31 on Mondays from 6–8 p.m., Tuesdays from 10 a.m.–2 p.m., and Thursdays from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Donations can be dropped off at St. Paul, 375 Lothrop Rd., Grosse Pointe Farms.

Thank you to all who helped make the Gateshead party a great success. The residents said that it was a wonderful afterno...
07/31/2026

Thank you to all who helped make the Gateshead party a great success. The residents said that it was a wonderful afternoon of fun,food and fellowship! Many have said that they so enjoy when St. Paul comes to visit because they know that we really care and that we have such good Bingo prizes!

Samaritas Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Southeast Michigan Synod, ELCA

This week our Motor City Mitten Mission Outreach volunteers cooked & assembled meals as well as basic necessities for th...
07/23/2026

This week our Motor City Mitten Mission Outreach volunteers cooked & assembled meals as well as basic necessities for those in need.

The Outreach Committee would like to thank Zak Assaf and Fairfax Quality Market for supplying high-quality deli turkey slices for our Motor City Mitten summer meal at cost. Please consider stopping in at Fairfax Market (899 Beaconsfield in Grosse Pointe Park) for a delicious gourmet sub or sandwich and support this local, family-owned business!

Fairfax Market GPP Motor City Mitten Mission
Southeast Michigan Synod, ELCA ELCA Global Mission Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

For centuries, stained glass windows have been more than beautiful works of art. They have served as storytellers, teach...
07/10/2026

For centuries, stained glass windows have been more than beautiful works of art. They have served as storytellers, teachers, and reminders of God's presence.

During the Middle Ages, when many people could not read, stained glass depicted scenes from Scripture, the lives of Christ, and other important biblical events. These colorful windows helped worshippers understand the stories of the Bible while filling churches with vibrant light.

Scholars of medieval art have noted that stained glass served both educational and devotional purposes, helping to communicate biblical narratives while creating an atmosphere that lifted the hearts and minds of worshippers toward God.

The light shining through stained glass has long been understood as a symbol of God's grace and presence. As sunlight transforms ordinary glass into brilliant colors, Christians have been reminded that God transforms our lives through His love and mercy.

Today, stained glass continues to enrich worship by connecting us with generations of Christians who have gathered before us. Whether portraying biblical scenes, Christian symbols, or memorials to faithful members, these windows remind us of God's promises and the enduring beauty of the Christian faith.

*Photos are of stained glass in St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Grosse Pointe Farms MI

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Southeast Michigan Synod, ELCA

Easter stands at the center of the Christian faith, rooted in both Scripture and the historic witness of the early Churc...
04/07/2026

Easter stands at the center of the Christian faith, rooted in both Scripture and the historic witness of the early Church. The resurrection of Christ is not symbolic, but a real, historical event through which sin, death, and the power of the devil are defeated. As proclaimed in 1 Corinthians 15, “If Christ has not been raised, our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain.” Everything rests on the truth of the empty tomb.

Martin Luther emphasized that Easter is the ultimate confirmation of justification by grace through faith. The resurrection is God’s declaration that the work of the cross is complete. Salvation is not earned but given freely, received through faith alone. In this way, Easter is not just about Christ’s victory, but about what that victory means for us: we are counted righteous before God because of Him.

From the earliest centuries, the Church has celebrated Easter as the culmination of Holy Week and the turning point of the liturgical year. The movement from the solemnity of Good Friday into the joy of the Easter Vigil and Easter morning reflects the story itself. Light breaks into darkness, echoing the resurrection and reminding us that new life comes only through Christ.

It was a joy to gather together this past Sunday to celebrate that promise. In Word, in song, and in community, we were reminded that the resurrection is not only something we remember, but something we live in together.

Easter is both proclamation and promise. It proclaims what God has done in history through Jesus Christ, and it promises what is still to come: the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. It is this hope that continues to shape our worship, our faith, and our daily lives.

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375 Lothrop Road
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
48236

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Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 8am - 12pm

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