St. Paul

What St. Paul does

St. Paul Baptist Church is a historic non-profit Baptist congregation founded in 1914 and based in Peoria, Illinois, serving a local membership of families and individuals through weekly worship, youth and children's programming, small-group life groups, and pastoral-care ministries. The church operates a layered ministry portfolio that includes AWANA children's ministry, Stephen Ministry and GriefShare for bereavement support, youth and worship programs, and missions partnerships, with co-sponsored cultural events such as the Legacy Conference 2026 (featuring Lecrae) and the My Mama Joe Film Screening alongside partner congregations like New Life Community Church Midway.

The organization's technology stack is composed of off-the-shelf congregational and engagement tools rather than custom-built platforms: Church Community Builder (CCB) for member and group management, a branded mobile app for member communications, PushPay and CashApp for digital giving, Zoom for virtual meetings, and YouTube for media distribution. There are no disclosed proprietary systems, data products, or AI/ML components; the platform layer functions as standard church-operations SaaS.

The business model is donation-driven: revenue is generated through tithes, offerings, and contributions submitted via digital giving (PushPay, CashApp), in-service collection, or mail/check. Ancillary revenue is incidental and tied to small ticket sales for special events such as the Legacy Conference. The organization reports 1–10 employees, consistent with a small-staff congregational operating model, and has no commercial customers, contracts, or diversified earned-income streams disclosed in the available data.

Name

St. Paul

Legal name

St. Paul Baptist Church

Website

https://spbaptist.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1914

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

St. Paul Baptist Church is a 1914-founded non-profit Baptist congregation in Peoria, Illinois, serving local families through worship, youth, pastoral-care, and small-group ministries funded primarily by member donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious and Faith-Based Community Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues) (BPAGAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Missions & Evangelism Organizations (Domestic & International) (BPAGAJAE), Faith-Based Healthcare Ministries (Hospitals, Clinics, Medical Missions) (BPAGAJAH)

Keywords

• Religious worship services
• Small group ministries
• Youth discipleship programs
• Care and support ministries
• Digital church giving

Headquarters

HQ city

Peoria

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tithes and Offerings: Traditional church giving through weekly contributions during worship services, supporting the church's operating budget and ministry programs
2. Digital Giving: Online giving through PushPay platform, CashApp ($give2StPaulPeoria1), and mobile app for recurring or one-time donations
3. Mail/Check Donations: Checks and cash mailed to church office at 114 W. Forrest Hill Ave., Peoria, IL 61604

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

St. Paul Baptist Church is an independent Baptist congregation that conducts weekly Sunday worship services both in-person at its Peoria campus and online via YouTube livestream. It delivers an extensive portfolio of life-stage ministries (Children, Students, Young Adults, Men, Women, Marriage), structured Bible-based programs (AWANA, Boy Scouts, Discipleship Journey), care and support services (Stephen Ministry, GriefShare, Benevolence, Medical Ministry, Transportation), and recurring community events such as the Legacy Conference. The church is sustained by member donations through digital giving, in-service offerings, and mailed checks.

Product overview

St. Paul Baptist Church is a multi-generational faith community in Peoria, Illinois offering a comprehensive portfolio of worship, discipleship, and fellowship programs. The church's core offerings include in-person and online worship services (Sundays at 10 AM), small group ministries organized by life stage (Women, Men, Marriage, Young Adults, Students), and youth programs including AWANA for children ages 3-High School and Boy Scouts/Cub Scouts. Care ministries include Stephen Ministry, GriefShare, benevolence assistance, nursing home visitation, and a Medical Ministry staffed by licensed professionals. Spiritual growth pathways include Discipleship Journey classes, Baptism, and Membership programs. The church also offers recreational and community events (Family Fun Swim Night, Line Dancing, Legacy Conference), a Ministry Match assessment tool for volunteer placement, online giving via Pushpay and CashApp, a curated resource library, and various service opportunities through Creative Arts, Transportation, Food for the Soul culinary, and Nursery/Children's Church ministries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• In-Person Worship Services Weekly Sunday worship services held at 114 W. Forrest Hill Ave., Peoria, IL at 10 AM CST, featuring contemporary music, preaching, and community fellowship. Open to all community members and visitors.
• Online Worship / Livestream Live and recorded worship services streamed via YouTube (@StPaulPeoria) for remote congregation members and visitors worldwide, with archived sermons available.
• Small Groups and Life-Stage Ministries Connection groups organized by life stage covering Women, Men, Marriage, Young Adults, and Students. Includes dedicated Men's Ministry, Women's Ministry, Marriage Ministry, and Young Adults Ministry, meeting regularly for fellowship, study, and mutual support.
• AWANA Program Structured Wednesday night Bible program for children ages 3 years through high school, featuring games, Bible memory, and small group time. Includes Cubbies (ages 3-5), Sparks (K-2), TNT (3rd-6th), and Change Agents (7th-12th). Resumes September 2026.
• Student Ministry Youth-focused programs for middle and high school students including teaching, fun activities, and faith-building friendships.
• Boy Scouts / Cub Scouts Scouting program for boys ages 8-18 operated through W.D. Boyce Scout Council, guiding them closer to Christ while teaching leadership skills and biblical values. Meets every other Monday starting September 2026.
• Children's Church Sunday children's programming during 2nd and 4th Sundays in the Fellowship Hall, teaching Bible stories and leading activities for kids.
• Nursery Services Childcare for ages birth-5 years during Sunday services, providing a safe environment where children experience Jesus' love while parents worship.
• Care and Support Services Comprehensive Christian support services including Stephen Ministry (one-on-one care), GriefShare support groups, counseling referrals, visitation ministry, nursing home ministry, benevolence assistance, and prayer support for people navigating grief, illness, financial hardship, or other life crises.
• Stephen Ministry One-on-one Christian care ministry with extensively trained volunteers providing crisis support, follow-up, and ongoing care through attentive listening and prayer.
• GriefShare Support Groups Support ministry for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one, addressing emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects of grief.
• Benevolence Assistance Short-term compassionate assistance for individuals and families facing financial or practical hardship, including referrals to community resources.
• Baptism Program Baptism services for believers to publicly declare their faith, including orientation sessions held via Zoom and ceremony dates. Next orientation: July 9, 2026; next baptism: July 19, 2026.
• Membership Program Church membership journey including Discipleship Journey classes, Statement of Faith, and Membership Covenant. Next Discipleship Journey sessions: July 11 & 18, 2026 and September 13 – December 6, 2026.
• Discipleship Journey Two-session class for new Christians and new St. Paul members covering foundational truths and biblical teachings. Next sessions: July 11 & 18, 2026, 9 AM - 3:30 PM.
• Online Giving Platform Digital tithing and donations via PushPay, CashApp ($give2StPaulPeoria1), the mobile app, and mail/check options, with giving statements available through CCB accounts.
• Sermons and Sermon Journal Weekly sermon recordings with 2026 focus on 'Faith' series, plus annual Sermon Journal workbook for reflection and spiritual growth.
• Spiritual Growth Resources Curated library of books, podcasts, videos, and articles for spiritual development covering belonging, boundaries, communication, discipleship, marriage, prayer, and youth.
• Ministry Match Tool Online assessment tool helping members discover their ministry fit based on heart focus, strengths, and spiritual gifts.
• Choir Choir ministry for congregational singing and worship leadership during services and special events.
• Creative Arts Ministry Audio/visual, media, photography, and graphic design services supporting Sunday worship and events with sound, lighting, presentation, and livestream.
• Food for the Soul Culinary Ministry Meal preparation and service for church events and ministry meetings, demonstrating Christian hospitality through food and fellowship.
• Transportation Services Door-to-door transportation coordination for members unable to drive, operating Sundays 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM.
• Medical Ministry Health and first aid services staffed by licensed medical professionals (MD, DO, PA, APN, RN, LPN) during worship services and church events.
• Altar Connect Ministry Welcoming team helping new believers and visitors take next steps in faith through prayer, connection, and church integration.
• Wednesday Prayer Night Monthly prayer gatherings held at St. Paul at 7 PM, also livestreamed on YouTube, on dates including January 21, February 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, September 16, October 21, and November 18, 2026.
• Legacy Conference 2026 Young adult conference for ages 18-35 held in Chicago, IL on August 22, 2026, featuring Lecrae and Amy Ayala. Registration $30. Departs St. Paul at 5 AM.
• Family Fun Swim Night Family fellowship event at Washington Park Pool (1003 Westgate Rd, Washington, IL 61571) on July 23, 2026, 6-8 PM. Open to families of all ages.
• My Mama Joe Film Screening Free film screening co-sponsored by St. Paul at AMC Theater Grand Prairie 18 on July 8, 2026 at 6 PM, for families and caregivers navigating dementia care.
• Line Dancing Thursday afternoon line dancing classes at 4:00 PM in the St. Paul Gym, running from June 18 through December 17, 2026. No registration required.
• Keep it 100 Small Group Summer small group study walking through the Book of James, meeting monthly in July, August, and September 2026, with a downloadable host packet and conversation guide.

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Youth For ChristminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal missions partner - Youth For Christ Peoria chapter receives support through St. Paul's local missions giving program
• Southside MissionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal missions partner - Southside Mission receives support as part of St. Paul's local missions outreach
• Peoria Friendship HouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal missions partner receiving support; provides monthly Food Blessing Bags to the community
• Pioneers Christian MissionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal missions partner - Pioneers Christian Missions receives support for international mission work
• Pastoral Care for AfricaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal missions partner - Pastoral Care for Africa receives support for ministry operations in Africa
• Missions for Church and Community Empowerment (Malawi)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal missions partner focused on church and community empowerment initiatives in Malawi
• AWANAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAWANA is a Christian youth organization providing curriculum and program structure for St. Paul's children's ministry (Cubbies ages 3-5, Sparks K-2nd grade, TNT 3rd-6th grade, and Change Agents 7th-12th grade). AWANA helps kids learn about Jesus through games, Bible memory, and small group teaching
• W.D. Boyce Scout CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoy Scouts and Cub Scouts program operated through W.D. Boyce Scout Council, guiding boys 8-18 years on a journey closer to Christ while teaching leadership skills and biblical values
• My Mama Joe Film ProjectminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSt. Paul is co-sponsoring a free screening of My Mama Joe, a film for families and caregivers navigating dementia care, at AMC Theater Grand Prairie 18 in Peoria
• New Life Community Church MidwayminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost venue for Legacy Conference 2026 in Chicago, IL - conference location at 5101 S Keeler Ave, Chicago, IL 60632

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Life.Church: Multi-site evangelical church known for digital-first strategy including the YouVersion Bible app, online giving, and free digital curriculum — directly comparable to St. Paul's PushPay/YouTube/app stack but at vastly greater scale.
• Saddleback Church: Rick Warren's flagship church with extensive care ministries (Celebrate Recovery, grief support), small-group system, missions program, and membership pathway — directly comparable to St. Paul's Stephen Ministry, GriefShare, and Discipleship Journey programming.
• McLean Bible Church: Multi-site Bible-teaching church with comprehensive family ministry, global missions partnerships, and digital engagement — directly comparable to St. Paul's mission partner portfolio and care ministries.
• Willow Creek Community Church: Large multi-site evangelical church with a similarly comprehensive ministry portfolio (children, students, adults, care) and strong digital outreach. Comparable in mission and programming breadth, though materially larger in scale.
• Elevation Church: Steven Furtick's multi-site evangelical church with strong young-adult programming and digital giving integration — comparable to St. Paul's Young Adults Ministry (18-35) and online giving stack.
• North Point Community Church: Andy Stanley's evangelical congregation with strong small-group ministry and strategic ministry-matching tools (similar to St. Paul's 'Ministry Match' assessment). Comparable ministry philosophy at much larger scale.

Others

• Compassion International: Faith-based nonprofit operating on a similar donation-revenue model with sponsor-child giving, similar to how St. Paul solicits recurring tithes and offerings. Thematically comparable as a Christian nonprofit fundraising organization.
• Pushpay: Digital giving platform vendor powering St. Paul's online donation infrastructure. Adjacent ecosystem participant serving the same church vertical with comparable clients.
• AWANA: St. Paul's core children's ministry curriculum partner, providing the structured Wednesday-night program for ages 3 through high school. A direct enabling partner rather than a competitor, but tightly operationally intertwined.
• Church Community Builder (CCB): Church management software (ChMS) provider that runs St. Paul's member portal, forms, registrations, and giving statements — a core operational vendor in the same congregation-serving vertical.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/stpaulpeoria
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/st-paul

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

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