Saturday 30 June 2012

Fascinating 150 Facts

Did you know.....

The first church building for St Paul's congregation was at the corner of Queen and Creek Streets

The original plans for the current church building included stables at the rear for horses and buggies

One of the early customs of parishioners was 'renting a seat'

The organ was originally positioned in the apse, behind the pulpit

Rev. Ron Pashen was the longest serving minister (31yrs) and 'home' was the Manse beside the church

Warship is often enriched by the Sunday School teachers and young people using their musical gifts

The next major project of the Restoration Trust is remedial work on the bell tower

Each Tuesday morning the Drop in Centre minister to the under-privileged in the area by providing Christian fellowship along with morning tea and lunch

St Paul's Care Group provides comfort, support and practical help for members who are ill, aged or have other needs





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