Parish Council
The St. Paul's Parish Council is an advisory board to the administration, operation and maintenance of all facilities, monies, programs, and properties of the St. Paul's Parish. It serves as direct representation of all parish units in all matters pertaining to the administration, financing, and operation of all programs and properties of the parish. The Parish Council meets the second Thursday of each month in the rectory basement. Council members are elected by the parish in September and serve for a period of three years.

Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization of men united to promote Catholic values through acts of charity, devotion and service. The Knights have a special interest in celebrating family life and friendship, helping members and families be more effective Catholics, and helping those who are less fortunate. Membership is open to men who are practicing Catholics and wish to contribute their special skills and talents to the service of others. Major events sponsored by the local council are Fall Bratfest, Lenten Fish Fries, Tootsie Roll Drive for the handicapped, and the Steak Fry for St. Paul's School. The Knights also sponsor a trip to a major league baseball game for the altar boys. The Knights of Columbus meet the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the upper room of the school.

Women's Guild
Women's Guild is a fraternal organization involved in many parish activities such as the Bazaar, Rummage Sale, Confirmation and First Communion Receptions, Baptismal Gowns, and Funeral Dinners. Contact the parish office at 309-833-2496 for more information.

Home and School
Home and School is the organization of teachers and St. Paul's School and parents of the children enrolled in St. Paul's School. In addition to providing parents with a channel for input into the school, fundraising activities include an Italian Dinner and 5th and 6th grade Basketball Tournaments. Home and School meets the second Monday every second month, starting in September in the Upper Room of the school.

Adult Study Groups
Members meet monthly to study selected books. At the present, the book is: The Holy Longing: The Search for Christian Spirituality by Ronald Rolheiser. For additional information about joining this study group, contact the parish office at 309-833-2496.

Youth Groups
Separate Youth Groups are being developed for junior high and senior high school age youth of the parish. For more information, contact the Youth Ministry Office at 309-837-1024.

Pitch Club
The Pitch Club meets from September through May, on the second Sunday evening of each of those months. Games are held in the homes of the couples who play. A playoff is held in the school gym in May. Contact Cathy Crain at 309-837-6370 for more information.

Loaves and Fishes, Etc.
This is a cooperative ministry of St. Paul's Parish and other community churches. It provides people in need in our community with emergency assistance, which may include food, overnight lodging, transportation expense, utility bill assistance, medical and pharmaceutical expenses, personal care needs, rent assistance, and other services as needed. In addition, it may offer the development of life management skills through referrals to appropriate community resources. Contact the parish office at 309-833-2496 for more information.

Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts
A scouting program has been offered at St. Paul's parish for many years and is part of the national Boy Scout Movement. Contact Larry Adams at 309-837-4746 for additional information.

Family Counseling Center of Catholic Charities
310 Washington Street
P.O. Box 355
Macomb, Illinois 61455
(309) 833-1791
Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Family counseling, foster care and adoption, crisis intervention, therapy programs, violence intervention effort, women's counseling and pregnancy support.

Justice and Peace Alliance
Members of this ecumenical group meet monthly at St. Paul's Religious Education Center. The purpose of the organization is to promote peace by working for justice through service and education. Contact Susan Lawhorn at 309-837-3515 or Linda Jani at 309-837-1367 for additional information.