About Us
Yes! We are the church with the inspiring (and sometimes humorous) quotes on our front sign.
Come and visit. Sit in our courtyard. Worship with us.
Be inspired by our stunning contemporary stained-glass windows in the sanctuary. Be renewed by the panoramic view of God’s creation as seen out the wall of windows in the Fellowship Hall.
Through worship, education, and service, we practice our faith, grow in our relationship with God, and experience God’s grace in our daily lives through the presence of the Holy Spirit. We believe in a loving God made known to us in Jesus Christ and His boundless love for all people of the world. Know that you are welcome.
We are a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), a church body of roughly 8,400 congregations and about 2.7 million baptized members across the United States.
Meet Our Team
Pastor John, Kelani, and the Church Council all work together to maintain an atmosphere of professionalism and open doors. Learn more about Our Team
Pastor
Pastor John Perez joins us from Texas where he was ordained. After completing a 4-year M.Div. program through the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago. He is ordained as minister of Word and Sacrament for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. His philosophy is having a servant’s heart and being a presence in the community.
“It’s about loving everyone regardless of who they are and where they may have been. It’s where they’re trying to go that matters to me.”
Pastor John loves to meet new folks and get to know what really affects/effects East Baton Rouge Parish.
Administrative Assistant
Kelani Gilmore is originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, and relocated to Baton Rouge in 2021 to continue her education at Louisiana State University. She was initially hired in June 2025 as the Early Learning Center Assistant Director and now has returned to serve as the Administrative Assistant.
In her current role, Kelani helps construct and maintain a strong foundation for daily operations through reliable administrative support, organization, and attention to detail. With her background and experience, she is committed to getting the job done efficiently, supporting teamwork, and ensuring the success of the organization.
Church Council
St. Paul’s Church Council supports the needs of the church. Through various committees and small groups to meet the physical, financial, and administration of the church.
“Our work continues the work of the Gospel by allowing us to work as a group to make decisions that guide our congregation.”
The Church Council meets every second Sunday of the month after service.
Hours of Operation
We are open during the week.
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All Are Welcome
2021 Tara Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70806
225-923-3133
Office@stpaulbr.com
