Jan 27, 2025 | President's Letter
Highest Priority! Today is the last day to order sausage as part of the Youth Fundraiser. It comes in a 5 pound bag for just $20. It’s delicious and comes from a Scarpaci family recipe. Please call the church office at 815-223-1144 to get your order in! Second...
Dec 23, 2024 | President's Letter
The Church Council wrapped up 2024 on Tuesday night. Lots of information was covered, including plans for the coming year. There are two event dates set for next year to keep in mind. The first comes from the Children’s Spiritual Life & Education Committee, the...
Nov 25, 2024 | President's Letter
Sarah Kutter has provided some wonderful perspective on Stewardship and Sacrificial Giving on the last few weekends. Her letter to all of us clearly emphasized the importance of each of our roles in our Christian Community. Thank you, Sarah! This year we are placing...
Oct 28, 2024 | President's Letter
The Church Council Meeting this past Tuesday was focused on the future. Short and long term projects in various ministries have been or are nearing completion and were celebrated at the meeting. But other subjects were addressed as well. The opportunity to be a part...
Sep 23, 2024 | President's Letter
Church Council President’s Report for September Planning for the future was the emphasis at the Church Council Meeting last Tuesday. The Northern Illinois Synod has Grant funds available to assist congregations in their roles in their community. There is not a...
Aug 25, 2024 | President's Letter
Report of the August Church Council Meeting The ministries of a congregation in a low income area of a large city are typically vastly different than a congregation like ours. Food Insecurity is widespread; nutritious food containing meat and vegetables are often...
