Our Staff
Rev. Liz Patz
Pastor
Liz was called as senior pastor by St. Paul's in January 2020. She is a graduate of University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana and Chicago Theological Seminary. Liz previously served as Associate Pastor for Children, Youth and Families at St. Paul's and Youth Minister at St. John's UCC in Lyons, Illinois. In her first career, Liz taught Junior High Language Arts in Cicero, Illinois. Liz and her spouse Tommy live in Elgin.
jON kOBEL
Choir Director
Jon is a life-long member of St. Paul’s church and has directed the choir at various times over the past 35 years. He is a graduate of Judson University in vocal performance, and currently directs the choir and leads the music during worship. He is also a licensed massage therapist and an avid foodie!
gAY bOUWMEESTER
Pianist/Organist
A graduate of Judson University, Gay joined the staff at St. Paul's church in August of 2010. She loves providing music for each service hoping that it will always add to the worship and praise of our mighty and loving God. During the week, Gay works as a substitute teacher for School District U-46 and teaches voice and piano privately. Her favorite job and greatest joy is being a mom to seven and grandmother to another seven.
Dolan SMith
Dolan is a certified therapy dog and a valued and beloved member of St. Paul's Calling and Caring Ministry. His bedside manner is second to none. You can visit with Dolan every fourth Sunday before and after worship service. Leave a message for Dolan - he writes back!
2023 Church Council
Officers
Linda Schambach, President
Jon Kobel, Vice President
Jenn Volkening, Treasurer
Karen Westerman, Financial Secretary
Anne Heinrich, Recording Secretary
Ministry Representatives
Karen Smith, Christian Education
Barb Kamp, Missions Ministry
Vern Knaak, Worship Ministry
Dan Heinrich, Properties
Judy Reimer, Stewardship
Janet Werner, Fellowship and Hospitality
Polly Russell, Evangelism
Ginny Mursewick, Calling and Caring
