Help promote a sense of Belonging! Hosting the communal livestream at Judson Park is a great way to connect with over a dozen people who might not otherwise make it to church. 

Each week, St. Paul’s sends a host to set up a “watch party” of the 11:15 a.m. service (10:30 a.m. in summer). This communal service was begun to foster a sense of belonging with St. Paul’s members who are residents of Judson Park. It has grown quickly, as residents’ families can finally attend worship with their parents (or grandparents) without the potential risks of transporting folks who have mobility limitations. 

This meetup is the only communal livestream service at Judson on Sunday mornings, and it is introducing St. Paul’s to non-members who have missed having a shared worship experience on Sunday mornings. 

The time commitment is less than two hours, and you can pick and choose which week(s) you want to host. LIMITED tech experience is required. Sign up, bring your laptop to Judson Park a half hour before the service, and in just a few easy steps, you’ll be able to show the livestream on the big TV. 

Their service concludes at noon (lunchtime). Sign up online or contact Kirsten for more information (or to “shadow” someone before you sign up).

The following article was originally published in the April 2025 edition of Parish Notes. It provides context around the rich history and vital relationship between St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and Judson Park, a senior living community in Cleveland Heights.

The Unofficial West Campus of St. Paul’s

by Kirsten Radivoyevitch, Membership Engagement Coordinator

On the second Wednesday of every month, a group of St. Paul’s clergy and staff conducts a Holy Eucharist worship service at Judson Park. While most of the attendees are Judson residents, we are often joined by family members, friends, and caregivers. There are usually around 25-30 people in attendance—about as many as our Sunday early service!

One service per month was a good start. Then we began livestreaming our 11:15 a.m. service. While a viable option for some, we learned that many residents at Judson Park weren’t confident enough in their computer skills to access the livestream. Though some people feel fulfilled by worshipping in the solitude of their own room, on their own computer screen, and maybe in their pajamas, many people missed the sense of belonging that comes with group worship. 

With our year-long focus on Belonging, we are deepening our sense of community by adding another communal worship experience.

The weekly livestream service is now available in the Wick Room at Judson Park! Residents, their family members, friends, caregivers, and staff gather to watch the 11:15 a.m. service on a large screen with good speakers. The space is just the right size for a group of up to 30 people.

Our first service was on March 22, and the reviews were overwhelmingly positive! Many people arrived early to chat with each other and select their seats before the service began. One person indicated that it felt almost like worshipping in a side room within St. Paul’s. Another was thrilled by the improved sound quality provided by the space and the equipment. A third mentioned that it was real worship, and she was glad to have shared it with others in real time. Even my 26-year-old son enjoyed hosting this inaugural gathering. It was an absolute hit!

Judson staff helps with many aspects of this endeavor, but it is up to us to provide volunteer “hosts” to start the livestream. The instructions provided to volunteers are detailed enough that my 90-year-old mother has already signed up to host a service!

This is an exciting opportunity for a number of reasons:

• The service is open to anyone who is interested in gaining spiritual nourishment on a Sunday morning.
• It is a safe and sustainable alternative to residents’ reliance on the transportation ministry for access to a shared worship experience.
• There are possibilities for intergenerational connection, especially with younger folks who are likely already familiar with the tech setup.

All are indeed welcome!