Our Mission is to proclaim Christ, teach Christ’s Word,
and reflect Christ’s love to all.
Service Schedule
Sundays at 8:00 am and 10:30am
Mondays 6:30 pm
Sundays 9:15 am Bible Study for all ages
Join us this year to learn about the real reason for the season - our Savior, Jesus! During this completely free event, enjoy a breakfast buffet, make a Christmas themed craft, dress up and photos, a retelling of the Christmas account with Mary, Joseph, and the Angel Gabriel, while finishing with some favorite Christmas carols that celebrate Jesus. This free event is open to the public. Bring a friend or loved one! We hope to see you there.
Biblical education is one of our top priorities here at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Please view our video with a brief overview of the opportunities we offer.
Weekly Worship Theme: The Giving Master based on Matthew 25:14-30.
Christmas Poinsettia Orders: $7 per plant. Please turn in forms by church office on Monday, January 16th. Order form is in the church entryway. Poinsettias may be …in Honor of, ….in Memory of, …or in Thankfulness.
Food Pantry Update: 14 Families were served by our food pantry this past Wednesday. This includes 54 adults and 20 children. Future Pantry needs include Cereal, Chilli, and Ravioli.
Children’s Sunday School 9:15 – 10:15 am
Sunday School PreK thru-7th grade will begin in the Room at the end of the SS hall on the right – find Joseph in his “many-colored coat” and turn right- for the Opener – 9:15
Today’s lesson, “A King Forever,” looks forward to our forever King, Jesus. God sends Samuel to anoint the next king of Israel.
Small Group for Parents : 9:15 – 10:15 Meeting in the Lounge- Parents are welcome to join in this group on any Sunday – variety of weekly topics …This week's theme: “Dad, Can you fix it?”
Adult Sunday Bible Class in the fellowship hall 9:15-10:15 The Seminary Field Work students will be taking turns leading a class on the book of Philippians. Sunday’s class on Philippians 1 will be led by Josh Gillespie.
Columbia Scouting for Food Drive- November 14 -21-Please fill your bag with non-perishable food items and place it by your front door by 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 21.
Food Drive Sorting In the fellowship hall: Sign up sheets are in the foyer to help with trucks picking up food from Scout Hut, or to sort and store for the Food Pantry!
Adult Members Class: A new adult information class, for those interested in the Lutheran Church or joining this congregation, will start in January. This class usually lasts around 10-12 weeks. If interested contact Pastor Krenz at 618-363-0121
Columbia Parade on December 5th: Looking for singers or walkers. Sign up in the church Narthex.
Friendsgiving Sunday: Senior Youth 4:30-7:30pm at Peace Lutheran Church. Contact DCEHannahE@gmail.com 785-640-4299 if interested.
The Food Pantry is currently operating on the First and Third Wednesday from 1:30-3pm and 2nd Wednesday from 4pm-5:30pm in the lower lot circle drive of the church. For more information, please click below or call the church office at 618-281-4600
227 North Good Haven
Columbia IL 62236
(618)281-4600
Dianne Miller
secretary@stpauls-lcms.org
Pastor Krenz
pastork@splcolumbia.com