Open and Affirming

We're an Open and Affirming congregation of the UCC!

Together, we share the joy of discipleship and service to God with all who desire to join in the life of our Church. God created each of us. As recipients of God's grace and love, unearned and freely given, we are called to love the Lord our God with all our heart, with all our soul and with all our strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. We celebrate every person as a child of God created in God’s image. We welcome people of every age, economic status, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental and physical ability, political affiliation, and sexual orientation.

Our church family is a vibrant, lively, and encouraging community of persons. We are many families and individuals seeking fulfillment through activities, worship, and character building groups. No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here. We are ready and willing to welcome you into our hearts and into our church home!Together, we share the joy of discipleship and service to God with all who desire to join in the life of our Church. God created each of us. As recipients of God's grace and love, unearned and freely given, we are called to love the Lord our God with all our heart, with all our soul and with all our strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. We celebrate every person as a child of God created in God’s image. We welcome people of every age, economic status, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental and physical ability, political affiliation, and sexual orientation. Accordingly, we the members of the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Downers Grove, declare ourselves to be an Open and Affirming congregation.