St Paul's Presbyterian Church

04/01/2026

What helps you slow down and truly reflect on Christ’s sacrifice during Holy Week?

This devotional lets us think about the mourning doves (that are all over the place right now in our region), and how they might remind us of this significate time of Easter.

https://www.thinkingoutdoors.org/media/3qw2yrv/wilderness-wednesday-rushing-to-the-resurrection

03/26/2026

Ever forget the name of an animal you saw?

The names of some animals, trees, and plants are disappearing from our lexicon. We don't value what we cannot name. Take a moment to learn a bit about these lost words by watching the attached videos.

03/19/2026

What mountains in your life and the life of those you love do you desire to see moved? God is at work bringing transformation, but it may not happen quickly or dramatically.

Check out this devotional on Seeds and Strongholds.

https://www.thinkingoutdoors.org/media/sfyrxpg/wilderness-wednesday-seeds-conquer-strongholds

03/11/2026

Where have you seen God’s fingerprints in creation lately?

The Lord's fingerprints are everywhere, if we have eyes to see them. Consider this quote from Bishop Joseph Hall (1637) as you go outdoors. Let it remind you of the capacity of all God's creation to inspire fruitful meditation.

03/04/2026

Drip drop another Wilderness Wednesday meditation is here!

Rain can often discourage us from going outdoors in this late winter/early spring time. Cold wet clothing is not an appealing prospect. Yet, getting out in the wet weather is good for us. It is good for us to engage discomfort, if for no other reason than to remind us that life is not about ease and...

02/27/2026

Humans are drawn to mountains! We are drawn by their height, their majesty, their grandeur, their sheer mass, and their beauty.

What is the closest mountain, or mountains, to you?

Encourage you to take a morning, an afternoon, or a day to tread on the high places—to go to "your" mountain. Rest, recreate, relax, rejuvenate, meditate upon the meaning of mountains, spend time seeking and enjoying the Lord Almighty.

Humans are drawn to mountains! We are drawn by their height, their majesty, their grandeur, their sheer mass, and their beauty. I live in the shadow of Laurel Mountain. And so, I often seek time on the summit. I go there to hike, to ski, to bike, to sit and think, and to pray. As a kid, I grew up in...

02/26/2026

Mountains inspire us. Their peaks seen from afar, the vast views and valleys seen from the mountain tops— all great opportunities to meditate on the Lord and his majesty and grandeur. Check out attached guided meditation and devotional!

Humans are drawn to mountains! I took this picture yesterday while skiing. This is Mount Washington in New Hampshire, the tallest mountain in the Northeastern US (6288 feet above sea level). I stood in awe of its height, majesty, grandeur, sheer mass, and beauty. The mountain inspired some great mou...

02/18/2026

Maple syrup sure is delicious! What is your favorite way to enjoy this sweet treat?

Often times though, we walk by sugar maple trees without considering them more deeply. The process of making maple syrup is fascinating and is a great emblem that points our hearts and minds to the sweetness of our Creator. "Taste and see that the Lord is good" (Psalm 34:8).

02/12/2026

Do you need a pick me up in this bleak midwinter?

The strikingly beautiful cardinal with its cheerful call can point our mind and hearts to Christ Jesus.

Do you need a pick me up in this bleak midwinter? The strikingly beautiful cardinal with its cheerful call can point our mind and hearts to Christ Jesus, prompting us to consider and savor his sacrificial love. On this winter wilderness Wednesday and the week beyond, take some time to walk outdoors....

02/06/2026

Snow is a gift from God above that makes the drabness of winter more bearable.

What is your favorite way to enjoy the snow? Create snow angels and snowmen, build snow forts, throw snowballs, sled, ski, or skate?

https://scottsteltzer.subspla.sh/wtxcc67

02/05/2026

Can you see your breath outdoors today? What a great day to ponder your breath, God's breath, and what it all means.

Let's explore together what seeing our winter's breath has to teach us about our Creator on this Wilderness Wednesday!

https://scottsteltzer.subspla.sh/kjkc9jg