 Mission Engagement Sunday: 27 September in the Theater following the worship services. Our Mission Engagement Committee will host a ministry fair where you can learn about our ministry partners (in Paris and abroad), and how you can serve in ministry both in and outside the church. Come meet the people leading these services and get involved.
 Sandwich Ministry: Resumes 3 September. Thursdays promptly at 17h. Our ACP sandwich ministry meets weekly to make sandwiches to help feed over 250 unhoused persons a week. All materials are provided. Join our listserv at acparis.org/sandwich.
 Food Box: To serve our neighbors who seek help from our church, you are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the box (located in reception). The food box is open to anyone in need of food and additional supplies go to Serve the City-Paris.
 Christian Education volunteers: Do you enjoy coming to the various learning opportunities such as Bible studies and Thurber Conversations? Interested in helping with set-up, attendance, technical assistance, etc.? Please contact christianeducation@acparis.org.
Join the Community Life Team: Do you have a willingness to serve? Community Life is seeking volunteers for our Congregational Care ministry and Hospitality Collective! If you have a heart for caring, connecting, praying for others, and creating a welcoming space, we invite you to serve with us. To learn more or sign up, contact Sharon Loreta Olich, communitylife@acparis.org. Come make a difference, Community Life starts with you!
 Nursery volunteers: We need many new volunteers to welcome children (ages 0-2) in our nursery at both the 11h and 14h services! Without volunteers, we don’t have a nursery. If you would like to serve, contact Grace Archer at nursery@acparis.org.
Ushers and Greeters needed: It takes a team of volunteers to welcome our Sunday attendees with love, and help them feel connected and ready to worship together. Contact: welcoming@acparis.org.
 Docent Team volunteers: Would you like to learn about the rich heritage of ACP and share it with our members, neighbors, and the wider Paris community? Docents give tours after the 11h service on the second Sunday of every month and make open-door visits of the sanctuary possible on most Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact docents@acparis.org.
Audio Visual Ministry volunteers: If you’d like to be a part of our worship tech and A/V team for both Sunday services, we welcome your help. Contact: avm@acparis.org.
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Please view this video message from Pastor Paul introducing our new sermon series – What's my Purpose? It's a really important question because if we don't ask, "What's our purpose? What are we doing here at a basic level?" Then all we do in life is we respond and we react. And that's not the way to live life. We want to live from a deeper sense of calling and purpose. We want to ask ourselves, why are we doing what we're doing? What is God's purpose in all this? What's my part in this?
All-Church Rentrée Potluck Picnic: 12h30-13h45 (between worship services) on the grassy area of the quai d'Orsay across from the church. Bring a blanket, food and games. Paper plates, cups and cutlery will be provided, as well as chairs for those wishing them. 
First Sunday Food Drive: As we experience the abundant feast of Christ’s last supper, you are invited to bring non-perishable food items for our blessing box in Reception and Serve the City. Collection boxes are in the sanctuary and narthex. Requested items: ready-to-eat, long shelf life foods of different varieties.
Atelier Nouveau Concert Series: 17h30 in the Sanctuary featuring Carol Mundinger, clarinet, Ella Mundinger, violin, Anne Renault, piano and Fanny Soyer, soprano. Music by Beach, Bonis, Boulanger, Clarke, Poulenc and more. Free entry with free-will offering.
treat - Faith and Well-Being: Weekend, 16-18 October at Massabielle Retreat Center, 1 rue Auguste Rey, Saint Prix, 95390.
Membership Inquiry Classes: Thursday, 17 September 19h15-20h45 in the Senior Pastor’s office and on Zoom. Interested in learning more about ACP: who we are and what we believe? We would love for you to join our membership inquiry class! Sign up at 
Get Plugged In Sunday: 20 September, in the Theater following worship services. At this ministry fair, you can learn about our upcoming retreats, workshops, musical opportunities, Bible studies, age-level ministries, and fellowship groups to feed your soul.
The ACP Library Team welcomes you to drop by the Library (in the basement) on Sundays, between the two worship services to browse through the many wonderful resources ranging from children’s books to theology, Church history and as well as non-fiction. Annual membership at 5€ per person.
Children’s Worship: Resumes 6 September. Children's Worship is held during the 11h and 14h services. Please register your child's attendance in advance each Sunday at 
Children and Youth Choirs: Resumes 6 September. Rehearsals are Sundays in the Thurber room, except during school holidays. Children's choir (ages 4-12): 9h45-10h45; Youth instrumental ensemble (open to fairly experienced players) and Youth and parent chimes ensemble: 10h45-11h30; Youth ensemble (teens): 11h30-12h00/30. Contact Youth Music Director, Sara Barton at 
Parent Support Group: Sunday, 13 September 12h15 in Catacombs. To set our kids and youth up for success this coming year at ACP, all parents of children and youth are strongly encouraged to attend this important meeting with Pastors Elizabeth and Allison. Childcare provided. 
Youth Ministry (collège, lycée, 11-18): Resumes 13 September. Sundays 12h30-13h45 in the ACP Catacombs (-1 level) during the school year. Light lunch is provided each week. Youth Group is for collège or lycée or middle and high school students. Please email Elizabeth at 
BYOB: Bring Your Own Bible (Study): Selected Wednesdays, Fall 2026 19h-20h30 in the Senior Pastor’s Office and on Zoom. Gather in-person at 19h for casual conversation; the study begins at 19h30. Pastor Paul will lead this class on Christian basics and Biblical literacy. This class is open to all, but particularly for those new to the Christian faith and those who’ve always wanted to read and study the Bible - but haven't. Registration will begin when dates have been set.
ACP After Church: Sundays, following the 14h worship service. Fellowship. Drinks. God Time with Friends. Find someone with an “ACP After Church” badge for information.
Sunday Afternoon Bible Study: Sundays, following the 14h worship service, 15h30-17h in the 2nd floor Library and on Zoom. This study group welcomes all, wherever you are in your faith journey. We will resume on 6 September to start a new series on the book of Ruth. Drop by or sign up at 
Silent Prayer Thursdays: 18h-19h on Zoom. Join us as we practice 25 minutes of praying together in stillness according to the method of Centering Prayer. This period is followed by the reading of a short sacred text according to the method of Lectio Divina. The prayer is led by ACP staff member, Jörg Kaldewey. Sign up at 
Young Adults: Resumes 1 September. Meets on Tuesdays 19h30-21h30 in the ACP Catacombs (-1 level). Light food is provided. We are a diverse community of young adults ages 18-30 from many nationalities, countries, cultures, and religious traditions, united in our common faith in Jesus Christ and desire to live out the fullness of God's Kingdom together. Email Elizabeth at 
Au Pair Bible Study: Next meeting 17 September. Gathers on selected Thursdays 12h30-14h at ACP. Lunch provided. Bible study and warm space for young women (and guys!) to share, grow in faith, and create a faith-based community. Email Elizabeth at 
Young Professionals: Kick off party 17 September in the Courtyard. Meets two Thursdays a month 19h30-21h in the 2nd floor ACP Library. Yopros is a warm and welcoming fellowship for young professionals centered on the warm welcome we find in Jesus. Together, we navigate the intersection of faith, career, and life. Open to all regardless of marital or job status. Sign up at 
Artist’s Collective: As a child of the great Creator, you are invited to explore your own creativity, whether that is in writing, sewing, painting, photography or some other medium. All creative types, novice to professional, are invited to join us one Sunday/month 12h15-13h45 in the 2nd floor Library for conversation and one Saturday/month 11h-12h30 in the Senior Pastor’s Office, for a Creative Date (bring your art supplies) to work on your own art…in community! Sign up at 
Eternal Youth Group: Next Meeting 6 October. Meets every other Tuesday at 11h-12h30 in the Associate Pastor’s office. For those desiring meaningful conversation and community at the crossroads of life, whether moving into retirement, a career or relationship transition, or simply a desire to be in deeper community. We will be studying Life of the Beloved by Henri Nouwen. Sign up for Fall 2026 meetings at 
Women’s Fellowship: Next gathering on 13 September. Meets the second Sunday of each month 12h15-13h45 in the 2nd-floor Thurber Room, for a participative discussion. All women are invited to join us for our participative discussions on a monthly-changing theme relating to everyday life and spirituality. Intended to foster new and deeper connections, these sessions explore what it means to be a woman today. Please bring snacks to share if you can. For information and to sign up: 
Men's Fellowship: Resumes in September. Bible Study meets at 7h30-8h30 the 1st, 2nd and 4th Thursday mornings on Zoom, and in-person at ACP on the 3rd Thursday. Special Activities: Men's Empowerment Breakfast, Monthly Fellowship Lunch, a Pint with the Pastor, and our Annual Retreat. All men are warmly invited to participate in these enriching gatherings. Sign up at 
African Fellowship: Resumes 6 September. Meets the first Sunday of the month 12h45-14h in the Thurber Room. 12h30-13h30. Sign up at 
Filipino Fellowship: Resumes in September. Meets the 3rd and 4th Sunday of each month at 12h15. With a light meal, conversation, singing, and Bible study, providing a place of welcome and nurture for Filipinos in Paris. Contact 
Lay Care Ministry: This team supports ACP’s pastors by being the hands and feet of Christ in our congregation. We are trained to engage in the ministry of care and support by coming alongside those in need. We offer prayer after worship services; prayer; hospital and home visits; and seasonal cards to our house-bound members. If you feel called to become part of the Lay Care Ministry team, please contact 
Adult Choir: Resumes on 2 September. Join the Adult Choir! All voices are welcome as we lead music every Sunday 11h with traditional anthems, spirituals, gospel, world music, and more! Regular rehearsals are on Wednesdays 19h30-21h in the Theater and singing Sundays at 11h with a 9h45 call time. Contact 
Bell Choir: First rehearsal on 15 October. Rehearsals are once a month 18h45-20h15 in the Theater. Join the Bell Choir! Director: Mathilde Duriez; Contact 
