Worship at St. Paul’s

We are a Reconciling in Christ church that affirms all people as beloved children of God, created in God’s rich diversity of race, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, social and economic circumstances, and abilities.

We gather for worship at 9:30am each Sunday, in-person and online via our YouTube channel.

We welcome all to God’s table for Holy Communion and offer blessings for those opting not to commune.

If you are especially vulnerable to Covid or other illnesses, you are encouraged to wear a mask, though they are no longer required. For your own wellness and the wellness of others, we ask that you don’t attend in-person worship if you’re not feeling well.

We also offer a monthly God Wauk worship service, with Holy Communion, during a hike through an area forest preserve. God Wauk worship is held on the fourth Saturday of each month. Check out our calendar on the Happenings page for the location, or subscribe to The Epistle, our weekly e-mail newsletter, for current updates.

 
 

Advent Worship

Sundays in December at 9:30am

Advent is about the “coming days.” God’s people have always lived in great expectation, but that expectation finds specific, repeated enunciation in the texts appointed for these four weeks. We prepare for Christ’s coming with Advent hymns, scripture, and prayer.

Light in the Darkness Service

Saturday, Dec. 21 at 5:00pm

Join us for this annual service on the longest night of the year where we come for a time of healing and remembering that even in our darkest times, God shines a light for us.

Christmas Eve Worship

Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2:00 & 9:00pm

We offer an afternoon service for families with children and an evening service with music provided by our vocal and handbell choirs. Both services include singing “Silent Night” by candlelight. Invite your friends and family!

  • This group of dedicated volunteers provide setup for worship services by preparing for Communion, hanging the vestments, and decorating the church for special occasions. The group meets once a month after worship on Sunday.

  • Ushers greet members and guests, hand out bulletins, and usher the congregation towards the altar for Communion. Commitment is about once a month and training is quick and easy! Contact the church office or speak with Adrianne to sign up.

  • Lend your voice to our services by assisting the pastor in leading worship. Worship Assistants read the assigned portions of the service, and may sing the Kyrie if willing and able. They also help serve Holy Communion. Speak with Pastor Mark to receive instruction and be added into the rotation.

  • Join our Sanctuary Choir and/or the Pealers Handbell Choir! All abilities are welcome. Click on the Music Tab under Worship for more info.