Couples Classes Series: Getting the Future Together.
Why Couples Classes? In a culture where half of all marriages end in separation or divorce, it takes more than a ritual to ensure a lasting relationship. If you're looking to build and enduring relationship come together with other couples to examine common stumbling blocks and challenges that test even the best relationships. Saturdays, January 14, February 11, March 10, April 14, and May 12, and June 9, 10:00 AM to Noon. Rev. Avena Ward, Associate Pastor, facilitates creative group meetings which foster individual and couple growth. Homework gives each couple an opportunity to work outside the classes on building their own foundation for an extraordinary relationship.  Rev. Ward brings the experience of being in a committed relationship for over 37 years.  RSVP to Rev. Avena Ward This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

The St. Pauls Intergenerational Orchestra will perform in worship service on Sunday, March 18th.  Amateur musicians age 12 and over are encouraged to join the orchestra -- we need strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion! 
Rehearsals are immediately after church in the choir room on Sunday, February 19, 26, March 3, 11. 
Please call Mark Mosley at 773-732-0625 or email him at   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   for more information.  Dust off that instrument in your closet and "Make a Joyful Sound in the City.”

St. Pauls New Member Classes.
The next series of classes are Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16 at 7 PM. New Members Sunday will be Sunday, February 26. These classes, which are led by the pastors, explore the history, theology and current ministries of St. Pauls and our denomination, the United Church of Christ. If you attend the series you are not committed to joining the church, but you do need to attend if you wish to join. To sign up, call the church office or for more information, please speak to one of the pastors.

Wanted: Sponsors for New Member Class Series. Sponsors are members who act as hosts for the New Member Classes and follow up with new members after they've joined. Sponsors attend all three sessions of the series, bring snacks and share experiences, and stand up with New Members when they join. It's a chance to refresh your knowledge of our history, our beliefs and how we live out our faith. If you'd like to be a Sponsor contact Pastor Ward at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Contact Daniel Lias at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

GLBT & FRIENDS   meets on the third Sunday of the month for Brunch and Fellowship following the service. The next brunch is February 19.  Meet by the rainbow flag in the social hall and we will walk together. All are welcome

Open to anyone age 21-41 who is single, married or partnered, this young adult group participates in monthly social events and service projects across the city. ClubChair: Ann Brinkman Carstensen at 312.286.7431 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


21/41 Club Brunch March 4 (following 11 AM service)
Join us for food and fellowship today at John Barleycorn (just one block south of the church). We'll meet at the back of the Sanctuary after the service and walk to the restaurant together. This is a great opportunity to meet other young adults at St. Pauls, reconnect with friends, and learn more about the Club. The average cost is $11 per person. All are welcome! Reservations not required.


21/41 Club is on Facebook
Continue to connect with the 21/41 Club and other St. Pauls young adults on Facebook. Join our online community for even greater access to activity details, photos and important church news. Be part of the conversation!

Contact Brent at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   or 312.218.0934

1. St. Pauls night, Volunteers purchase, prepare and serve dinner for shelter guests on the First Wednesday of each month from 6:00 - 8:45 PM.
Next date is March 7. Call Brent to sign up.

2. Saturday morning breakfast. Volunteers needed the second and fourth Saturday mornings of each month to prepare and serve hot breakfast for the LPCS Community Engagement Program, 8 - 10 AM. This program is held at St. Pauls. Families and friends are also welcome.
Call Brent today!

3. Individuals or groups can volunteer for weekday breakfast. Monday through Friday at 7:30 AM. Volunteers provide a buffet/continental style for 20-25 guests. Contact Suzanne Powers at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


Every fifth Thursday, St. Pauls serves dinner at a Just Harvest, (7649 N. Paulina, Chicago, IL, 60626.) Thursday, March 8 will be our turn.  Volunteers are needed to purchase food and/or help serve dinner that evening from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. We are in need of fruit, apples, oranges, bananas, milk and cookies, which can be brought to the church ahead of time. The kitchen feeds approximately 150- 200 guests so every little bit is greatly appreciated! For more information call Linda Patton, (847) 707-1538. If you are unable to help please consider sending a donation to A Just Harvest to help with the rising costs of utilities, staff, and supplies.

God calls us to care for creation. How do we respond to that call?

ERG offers opportunities for us to do our part in the careful use of earth's resources.

Steering Team: Pastor Avena Ward, Lynn Donaldson, Ann Carstensen, Monica Williams.


Book nook is back: The Book Nook has new book cases and is back in operation in the northeast corner of the Social Hall. The top shelves are for new arrivals and on the remaining shelves the books are intermingled by genre.
The number on the spine of the book indicates the month the book arrived in the nook. In the book case on the east side of the nook are audio books and youth/children's books. Take any book you are interested in reading, and donate any books you would like to pass along. Any questions or comments, contact Tilly Wilhoite at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

All St. Pauls women, both members and friends, are invited to participate in activities organized by the Women's Group. If you would like to receive Evite invitations to upcoming events, send your e-mail address to Pastor Ward at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Shawl Ministry.With our hands and hearts we knit/crochet items intended to bless others. Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 7 PM, making shawls and other smaller projects. Beginners welcome. For more information contact Marcia Knudson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Activities for families with children aged 4 and under.
Steering Committee Chair: Cynthia Bunch This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Little Friends Coordinator: Kecia Waldschmidt This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Playgroup Coordinator: Anya Kompare This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Manna Meal Coordinator: Kristin Mack This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

For more info, contact Sharon Phillips at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

AUCTION ITEMS NOW BEING ACCEPTED for the Mission Trip's annual Appalachia Lunch & Silent Auction on April 29.  Auction Donation Forms are available on the table outside the Youth Ed office downstairs.  Love to find auctionable "stuff"?  WE NEED YOU!  Please see Sharon if you would be willing to help organize Auction Solicitation.

CITY-WIDE UCC YOUTH EVENT ON MARCH 24.  All St. Pauls Youth aged 13 on up are invited to attend a dynamic afternoon of music, food, worship, and fun at University Church in Hyde Park from 2-5 PM.  SAVE THE DATE!