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Advent at the Temple
The congregation at the Chicago Temple has been spreading holiday cheer during this season of Advent. On Sunday, December 9th, the Family Ministries collected a special offering for our annual Angel Tree participation. Angel Tree is a program whereby local churches buy gifts for children on behalf of an incarcerated parent. The gifts were purchased…
Read MoreJoin us this Sunday to hear Rev. Wendy continue our Advent Season!
Advent Week 3 Preview December 16, 2018 Sermon – “What Should We Do?” Rev. Wendy A. Witt Scripture Passage – Luke 3:7 – 18 “As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah, John answered all of them by saying, “I baptize…
Read MoreJoin us this Sunday to hear Rev. Myron continue our Advent Season!
Advent Week 2 Preview December 9, 2018 Sermon – “An Advent Imagination” Rev. Myron F. McCoy Scripture Passage – Luke 3:2-6 During the high priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the wilderness. He went into all the region around the Jordan, proclaiming a baptism of…
Read MoreChildren’s Sabbath Snack Drive
Yesterday, our Manager of Family Ministries, Piers Fetters, dropped off the snacks the congregation so graciously donated to ChildServ’s Southside office. These snacks were collected for our Children’s Sabbath Snack Drive to support Childserv’s ongoing work with local foster children. Kim Coffing, ChildServ’s Director of Faith & Community Relations had this to say to the…
Read MoreJob Opening at First United Methodist Church at Chicago Temple
Administrative Assistant This position works with the Clergy and Administrative Team to support the church membership. As an urban church, in the heart of downtown Chicago, the Temple attracts all kinds of people, especially people who feel at home with diversity. POSITION PURPOSES: Provide administrative support to pastoral and music staff, church administrator, and to…
Read MoreChicago Temple Building
The Chicago Temple building under the decision of the Aid Society and the guidance of its Executive Director Christopher Bielat; just completed a major renovation to many of its systems that have dramatically improved the Chicago Temple building and our church home First United Methodist. The building hallways, offices and services were very outdated and…
Read MoreAFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH at Chicago Temple
FEBRUARY IS African American Heritage Month Sunday, February 4 Our celebratory month begins with music from the African American tradition by our Gospel Choir at the 8:30 service and the Temple Choir at 11 a.m. Also, visit the inspiring exhibit (in the 2nd floor narthex display case during the month) focusing on the theme :…
Read MoreLENT AT THE CHICAGO TEMPLE
LENT AT THE CHICAGO TEMPLE ASH WEDNESDAY WED, FEB 14 IMPOSITION OF ASHES • 7:30 – 9 A.M. • SANCTUARY NOON SERVICE WITH ASHES • 12:10 – 12:40 P.M. • SANCTUARY Imposition of Ashes will be provided during the times listed above. LENTEN STUDY EVERY SUN, FEB 18 – MAR 25 • 9:45 –…
Read MoreSAFETY WORKSHOP
All Church Community members, leaders, and staff are encouraged to spend a day with us learning and discussing critical issues of safety for all in our faith community. Workshops led by professional presenters will help guide us through topics addressing children, sexual misconduct, and creating inclusive communities welcoming those with mental illnesses. Registration Deadline:…
Read MoreCHRISTMAS EVE AT THE CHICAGO TEMPLE
This year, Christmas Eve falls on a Sunday. Therefore, we have slightly adjusted both our normal Sunday and traditional Christmas Eve schedule of services. In the morning, we will have ONE service at 10 a.m. This service will focus on the fourth Sunday in Advent. It will be our usual order of worship, and communion…
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