About St Paul’s

St Paul’s is a Church of England church within the Diocese of Canterbury. The parish that we seek to serve extends north from Maidstone prison towards Penenden Heath but many who worship with us live in other parts of Maidstone and beyond. We’re part of Maidstone Deanery, which covers most of the town, and Churches Together in Maidstone, which goes even wider.

“Becoming Christian Community – Serving the Wider Community.” That is the motto we have been trying to live up to. “Becoming” because we know we are not there yet. Being Christian means expecting to change and be changed for the better, and that is the journey we are on. “Serving” because that is what Jesus did. Keeping the building watertight and accessible for a wide variety of community uses is the main way we serve our community.

We laugh a lot, we weep a little, weare learning to trust each other. Best of all, there is lots of quiet care that goes on, as people look after friends and neighbours who need them. It is an exciting time in the life of St Paul’s. We are not exactly sure where God is taking us, but we are hoping that lots of people will join us for the ride. So come as you are… but don’t necessarily expect to stay as you were.

St Paul’s church is managed by a leadership team and a ministry leadership team. Our leadership team members are listed below.