IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES OF FAITH
In 2026, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will celebrate its 150 year anniversary. Our congregation traces its start back to the mid-1800s, before a church was built in 1876 on 8th Street in downtown Columbus. The congregation remained at the location on 8th Street until moving to our current home on California Street in 1960.
The decades have transformed us as a congregation. We’ve experienced growth, weathered difficult times, and have seen generations walk through our doors seeking a spiritual home along their faith journey.
As we celebrate this milestone year for our congregation, we also look towards the future determined that St. Paul’s will continue to celebrate milestones for the next 150 years.
150 Years of Impact
Celebrate 150 Years with Us
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Join us for the kick off of our 150th year on May 31, 2026. After celebrating the Eucharist with Bishop Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis, we will have a tree planting and an old-fashioned Indiana strawberry social.
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In honor of St. Paul's 150th anniversary year, friends and family, past parishioners, and community members are invited to join us on Sunday, September 20, for a special Eucharist at 10:15 am followed by a block party from 12:00-4:00 pm.
Enjoy free food, entertainment, and children’s activities, including bouncy houses, face painting, and more!
*Guests are not required to attend the Eucharist in order to attend the Block Party. -
Building Our Firm Foundation
Join us from 3:30-5:30 PM at St Paul’s as we hear the stories and voices behind our church and its most recent addition. Then travel back in time as we visit our first church on 8th St., now the home of Bob and Sarah Schwarzkopf as they graciously open their home for us and bring the history of our first church alive. Finally, gather with us at Bob and Sarah’s newest addition to downtown Columbus, St. Denis: Wine, Books and Wonders. More details to come!
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Join us for All Saints Sunday for a Choral Evensong at 5:00 PM with choirs from the Ecumenical Assembly. There will be a free-will donation offering for Love Chapel and light refreshments will be served.ion
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We will conclude our 150th year with a special evening at Harrison Lake Country Club (588 S Country Club Road, Columbus). Join us on November 7 as we gather to celebrate our past and look forward to the future.
Tickets go on sale August 15:
Early Bird Tickets (August 15 - September 30) - $60
Regular Tickets (October 1 - November 4) - $70
Tickets will be available to purchase during Coffee Hour on Sundays and via Venmo.
Continue scrolling further down the page for more information.
IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES:
150 Year Celebration Campaign
As we celebrate this milestone year for our congregation, we also look toward the future determined that St. Paul’s will continue to celebrate milestones for the next 150 years.
Together, we boldly imagine the possibilities for our church, our community, and the future with steadfast faith.
We have set a bold goal to raise $150,000 during our sesquicentennial year so that we may expand our ministries, secure our future, and share God’s love with our community.
We invite you to prayerfully consider a gift in celebration of our milestone year so that we may not only imagine the possibilities of our faith, but put them into action.
150 Acts of Kindness
Can we give back to our community through 150 acts of service and kindness?
We are challenging our congregation with committing to doing an act of kindness no matter how big or small. Pick up trash in during your neighborhood walk, visit a homebound friend, donate to a food bank—the possibilities are endless! Be sure to record your act of kindness on Sundays at church or via the button below.
Celebrating 150 Years of
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Harrison Lake Country Club
588 S. Country Club Road, Columbus
5:00 PM | Mix & Mingle
5:30 PM | Dinner & Celebration
7:00 - 10:00 PM | Entertainment
TICKETS
Early bird tickets
(August 15 - September 30) - $60
Regular tickets
(October 1 - November 4) - $70
Tickets may be purchased online or during Coffee Hour on Sundays.
ATTIRE
Dress your best!
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation accommodations are available for individuals needing assistance. Please contact the church office for more information.
