Weekly Announcements
Weekly Announcements - 07/26/26
Midwest Coptic Young Adults
Join us on August 9 from 6–9 PM for the launch of a new fellowship for Orthodox young adults (27+). Enjoy an elegant evening of fellowship, faith, and meaningful connections. Sign up here.
5 Loaves Ministry
Now collecting Items for our Summer Drive. Please limit donations to items from the approved list. We continue to prepare meals Mondays at 3:30 PM and deliver meals at 7:15 PM. Join us in person or make a donation. Making a difference together in our community!
Five Loaves is looking for volunteers to help cook on Mondays from 3:30-5 PM. Come help prepare meals for those in need. If you’re interested, please reach out to Nevine Mikhail @ (708) 966-6010.
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Run Club
Calling all runners, walkers, and coffee lovers! Join us for the next Coptic Run Club on Saturday, August 8th at 10AM. We meet bi-weekly for 30 minutes, then for coffee after. For more information, follow @copticrunclub.chicago on Instagram, or reach out to Adam Farag or Tommy Moawad.
One on One with Fr. James (by appointment)
There will be no one-on-one with Fr. James this week.
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Vespers
Join us every Saturday at 7:30 PM for Vespers, Midnight Praises, and Live Confession.
Weekly Liturgy
Join us for the blessings of morning liturgy - Tuesday 5:15-7am.
Orban Making Workshop
Want to learn to make Orban? The Orban Ministry hosts weekly training every Monday at 8:30 PM. Contact Youssef Kirollos @ (847) 208-3134 if you have questions.
In-N-Out Storage
St. Paul's In-N-Out Storage is collecting kitchen and household items to help new church members moving to Chicago. Many items have already been donated. Click here to see what's available. For questions, contact Melissa or Katherine.
St. Paul Community
The St. Paul’s Community is now on WhatsApp. Click here to join and stay updated on our different services and ministries.
Game Night
Join us for St. Paul’s Game Night every Tuesday at 8 PM in the Sunday School Hall. It’s a great way to build community and spend time together beyond Sundays. For more information, contact Mikey Ibrahim @ (217) 417-5278.
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Kids Sermon
Join us Sunday!
Congratulations
To Alex and Grace Ghobrial. Congratulations on their wedding. May God continue to lead them in their marriage.
St. Paul’s YouTube
St. Paul’s is pleased to announce that we are active on YouTube. Please subscribe to our channel and click notifications for all new services. Please share and like as this is a great opportunity to spread the word of God. https://www.youtube.com/@stpaulchicagoTV
Rides Ministry
Do you need a ride? Can you give a ride? The Rides Ministry connects those who need a ride with those who can give a ride. If you need a ride or can give a ride contact George Saied 314-484-0963 .
General Announcements
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St Paul’s Rides Ministry
Do you need a ride? Can you give a ride? The Rides Ministry connects those who need a ride with those who can give a ride. If you need a ride or can give a ride contact George Saied 314-484-0963 .
Confession
By appointment only, please contact Fr James (773) 817-6542 by phone or video (your preference) and you can do live confessions on Saturday night during the midnight praises.
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Weekly Schedule
Monday, July 27
3:30pm - 5 Loaves Meal Prep
7:15pm - Service to the homeless
Tuesday, July 28
5:15am - Weekly Liturgy
8pm - Game Night
Saturday, Aug 1
7:30pm - Vespers
8pm - Midnight Prayers & Praises
Sunday, Aug 2
8:45am - Divine Liturgy
9:45am - Kids Sermon
11am - Breakfast
11:40am - Cornerstone