Our Affiliations

St. Paul's Collegiate Church is a post-denominational, evangelical, Christian church.

We are often asked what the difference is between "post-denominational" and "non-denominational". The answer is that functionally they are synonymous.

While we are not affiliated with any particular denomination, we are members of several groups and networks of churches that work together missionally.

WILLOW CREEK ASSOCIATION
The Willow Creek Association was founded in 1992, and works to link like-minded, action-oriented churches with each other and with strategic vision, training, and resources. We are driven by a calling to serve Christ-following leaders as they build biblically functioning churches—authentic, Acts 2 communities of faith that reach increasing numbers of lost people and grow them into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

The WCA's goal is to seek out and share God-given breakthroughs with widespread potential from churches around the world, supporting a rapid diffusion of innovation through the local church for the sake of Christ and His Kingdom. The WCA is a not-for-profit ministry, with more than 12,000 Member Churches from 90 denominations and 45 countries. These churches, and others we serve, represent a wide variety of sizes, denominations, and backgrounds, and are ministering in literally every corner of the world.

While pursuing their own unique, God-given vision for ministry in their own communities, Member Churches confirm a shared commitment to Christ and a passion for reaching those who are not yet part of His family.

AREA ASSOCIATION OF RELIGIOUS COMMUNITIES (Storrs)
AARC is an association of churches, faith communities, and parachurch groups all committed to working with students at the University of Connecticut. As a group, we coordinate together with the Dean of Students office to provide the best possible spiritual support for students at UCONN.

WINDHAM AREA INTERFAITH MINISTRIES
WAIM is made up of churches and faith communities in the Greater Windham area committed to working together to provide resources for the under-resourced in our communities.

MANCHESTER AREA CONFERENCE OF CHURCHES
MACC is made up of churches in the Greater Manchester area working together to fight poverty, homelessness and to provide practical support to our neighbors in need.

PURPOSE DRIVEN NETWORK
The Purpose Driven Network is an informal network of churches all pursuing God's purposes for the local church in their local context. By networking together, we share training materials, best-practices, and encouragement.

THE PEACE COALITION
The PEACE Coalition is a "network or networks" that includes churches, businesses, NGO's, parachurch groups, and government organizations uniting together to fight the global giants of our day: spiritual darkness, corruption, extreme poverty, epidemic diseases, and illiteracy.

RISE UP!
Rise Up! is a missions movement committed to Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief, Indigenous Leadership Development, Spiritual Awakening, Justice Work and Advocacy, Environmental Conservation and Sustainable Living. St. Paul's is strategic partner with Rise Up!

Our Lead Pastor, Ben Dubow, is also a member of the following professional organizations:

NEXT LEADER ASSOCIATION
Next Leadership Association (NLA) was established in 2004 and now has offices in Tacoma, Washington and Bellingham, Washington. NLA began as an outgrowth of like-minded leaders in non-profit and church plant settings. The various aspects of NLA, including consulting, connecting and credentialing came about as a practical service to men and women in the growing future world of non and interdenominational ministry. NLA is recognized as a non-profit organization (501c3) with the Internal Revenue Service.

Several specific challenges led to the organization of NLA. First, many credentialed ministers don't align perfectly with the detailed statements of belief and mission of their denominations. In order for them to sign yearly renewal forms a violation of conscience occurs. Therefore, NLA offers a statement that is broad enough for a wider Christian constituency and yet lined up with the “non-negotiables” of the Bible. At times organizations ask too much of their constituents. NLA was born to encourage those embracing new leadership challenges in new territory and with different rules. The first question will always be: “How can we help?”

Second, NLA founders had a desire to provide support for emerging Christian leaders who stand at the intersection of generational and cultural shifts. These leaders often feel like “Lone Rangers” and are looking for the right people to run with. There is a common understanding that the Message is "in stone" but that the Methods are subject to constant evaluation and change. Third, NLA came into being to reinforce the idea that credentialing organizations exist to serve the minister and not the other way around.

NLA believes the agenda of Jesus Christ is best served by those who forge relationships across denominational lines. It’s time to think about efficiency and effectiveness. As the church universal, we all have a job to do and limited time in which to do it. And there’s no question in our minds that who we associate with is just as important as what we do.

ENDORSED MINISTRY GUIDE
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The Review Board of the Endorsed Ministry Guide is made up of ministers, event planners, and recognized professionals who have agreed to provide their evaluative comments, recommendations and constructive critiques of ministers and ministry organizations for the purpose of promoting, protecting and preserving quality ministry relationships. All board members have expressed their personal agreement with the EMG Statement of Faith and High Quality Standards and are recognized as experienced, respected and accomplished Christian leaders in their field of service. To learn more about our Review Board please click here.

Endorsed Ministry Guide is a private corporation designed for the entire Christian community and has no direct affiliation with any single denomination. With that stated, EMG does hold to core biblical and ethical standards that are strictly maintained and enforced.