Adult Education
Sunday mornings at 9:15am, gather with other adults to study varied issues and topics from a biblical perspective. This small group format keeps the discussions lively and intimate.
Children and Youth Education
- Children's Sunday School
Sunday mornings from 9:30 am - 10:15 am, PK-6th grade gather for multi-sensory learning about Bible stories, worship & music.
- Youth Education
Youth are invited to help with Children's Sunday School, to gather for discussions and to join with area Lutheran youth
for activities and service projects.
After Worship Forum
Following our worship service there is opportunity to learn and grow together with a more formal presentation style. We have heard presentations on the Middle East, Advocacy in Illinois, Hunger, Women's History, Sexuality, Interfaith cooperation, and Fair Trade, among other topics.
Confirmation
Wednesday evenings middle school students gather with pastor to explore Lutheran teachings on the 10 Commandments, the Apostle's Creed, the Lord's Prayer, the Sacraments, and the Bible. Middle schoolers are especially eager to understand their place in community and so the focus of this growth experience is on building relationships in the context of faith and faithful living.
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Gather with others to study the lectionary texts for the upcoming Sunday. This is a chance to dig deeper into the gospel lesson, learn a little biblical history, get to know others better, and pray for the concerns of the parish and world.
St. Paul's Choir
Under the direction of Dr. Kurt Westerberg, St. Paul's Choir provides a place to grow in understanding and leading the liturgy. Special cantatas, anthems, and concerts provided by our talented choir challenge the members to grow in faith and musicianship.
Women of the ELCAThe women of St. Paul gather monthly to serve the church and the larger community through the Women of the ELCA. They provide funding for outreach projects in the larger church, support the warming center, send boxes to those serving over seas and remember those who are sick or in need.
Interfaith Action of Evanston
As members of the multi-faith organization Interfaith Action of Evanston, St. Paul's works with other faith communities and agencies to provide food, shelter, and hope to all the citizens of Evanston through the following ministries:
Sunday Soup Kitchen
St. Paul hosts the Interfaith Action Sunday Soup Kitchen every Sunday afternoon. Each Sunday different faith community, business or family teams arrive at St. Paul to prepare and serve a hot meal to those who are hungry.
Warming Center
During the winter months, November through March, members of St. Paul host the Monday afternoon warming center, providing a safe, quiet place out of the cold for those on the street. There is always something hot to drink, snacks, and a friendly volunteer or two welcome guests in out of the cold.
