St. Paul Church of God in Christ
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Walking with Purpose: Notes from Pastor Ford

Pastor Kevin Anthony Ford is a third-generation church and community leader serving as Pastor of St. Paul Church of God in Christ and President of St. Paul Community Development Ministries in Chicago.

He is known for his deep commitment to social justice, economic empowerment, and historic preservation, including leading successful campaigns for community water fee reform and the renaming of Chicago’s oldest house to honor Black heritage.

Pastor Ford’s leadership, shaped by decades of public service and a legacy of advocacy, continues to inspire hope and positive change throughout the city.