Weekly Announcements
Weekly Announcements - 07/06/26
Cornerstone Service Day
Join us for Cornerstone Service Day on Sunday, July 26. We'll be assembling care packages for Five Loaves and grocery bags for the Food Pantry. Sign up to purchase items for Five Loaves or the Food Pantry, then drop off your donations in the Sunday School Hall.
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 next Saturday, July 11th 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)
Every Tuesday. Contact Fr. James @ (773) 817-6542 to make an appointment.
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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.
Iconostasis Woodwork Installation
From July 12–18, we’ll be installing the iconostasis woodwork and need volunteers. This service involves heavy lifting and physical labor, so volunteers should be high school age or older and comfortable with physically demanding work. Sign up here.
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.
Egypt Fest
St. Mary Church is hosting Egypt Fest on Saturday, July 18, from 12 - 8 PM and Sunday, July 19, from 12 - 6 PM. Enjoy delicious food, fun games, camel rides, and more. Everyone is welcome, so bring your family and friends and help spread the word!
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.
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 .
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St Paul’s Rides Ministry
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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 6
3:30pm - 5 Loaves Meal Prep
7:15pm - Service to the homeless
Tuesday, July 7
5:15am - Weekly Liturgy
7pm - One on One
8pm - Game Night
Saturday, July 11
10am - Coptic Run Club
7:30pm - Vespers
8pm - Midnight Prayers & Praises
Sunday, July 12
8:30am - Matins
9am - Liturgy of the Waters
9:50am - Divine Liturgy
11:30am - BBQ Lunch