At St. Paul’s, Ivy, one of the core values that shapes our mission is connecting with one another through fellowship and service. We believe that meaningful relationships, both within our parish family and throughout the wider community, are an important part of helping people find meaning, joy, and love in Jesus Christ every day.
Being present in the community matters. When we show up, we become a visible sign of God’s love and welcome. Throughout the year, you might find us marching in the Crozet Christmas Parade, sharing hot cocoa and Christmas cookies at the firehouse after the parade, greeting festival goers at C’Ville Pride, or welcoming guests and handing out fans at the Crozet Independence Day Celebration.
These opportunities are about more than volunteering; they are about building relationships. They allow us to meet our neighbors where they are, learn from their experiences, celebrate their joys, and walk alongside them in times of need. Our presence communicates that our faith is active, compassionate, and engaged in the life of the community.
We invite you to join us beyond the church campus. Together, through fellowship and service, we can share Christ’s love, build lasting connections, and make a difference in our community, one relationship and one act of kindness at a time.