About Us.

We believe in extravagant welcome. This is why we insist that God's communion table is open, not closed, and God's gift and claim in baptism are irrevocable. We advocate justice for all. Our congregation extends hospitality as a sign of God's inclusive love. We teach that evangelism — offering bread to those in search of it — is God's mission. Our perspective is global, not provincial. We work with — not against — people of other faiths. Why? Because God is still speaking,

Our Vision

As followers of Jesus, our vision is to provide an Open and Affirming environment that welcomes everyone, offers a spiritual connection, and encourages questions while listening for God’s still-speaking voice.

Our Staff

Rev. Melissa Sternhagen
Pastor
​pastor@stpaulosky.org

Rev. Melissa Sternhagen was called as the pastor of St. Paul Congregational UCC in June of 2020. Prior to her call to St. Paul, Pr. Melissa worked as a hospice chaplain in the Ames, IA area, following pastorates at rural churches in Central Iowa and Southern Illinois.

Amy Harper
Administrative Assistant
secretary@stpaulosky.org

Amy is the proud mother of 3 adult children; CJ, Skylynn, & Jase.  She is blessed with 2 grandsons, Braxton & Bently.
Having graduated from Eddyville, Amy went on to work with persons with disabilities and then found herself primarily working from home on the computer.  The church she attended secretary became sick and she volunteered to 'man the phones' while she worked from the church office.  Amy found a new passion in office administration... specifically church office administration.  She started working at St. Paul in November of 2021.  "I love my job and pray I am able to do it for many years to come." -Amy

Our Mission

To accomplish our vision, our Mission is to be:
1. Committed to finding ways to worship God that are relevant to all ages.
2. Open to questions and discussion as part of our faith journeys.
3. Welcoming of everyone and respectful of the diversity each person brings.
4. Active in our ministry beyond the walls of our church.
5. Responsive to the needs of others both locally and in our world.
6. Thoughtful in the use of our gifts and talents in ways that will strengthen us as a congregation and community.
"No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you're welcome HERE."

Contact Us.

email
stpauluccosky@gmail.com

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phone
641.673.7206
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address
501 High Ave East
​Oskaloosa, IA 52577