St. Michael's United Church of Christ is a little church congregation
with a big heart.
We grow food for those without.
We clothe those in need.
We welcome those who have been forgotten.
We work for social and environmental justice.
We welcome everyone to our Sunday worship service and fellowship time.
Please join us for a meaningful spiritual experience and a chance to connect with like-minded individuals.
What to expect:
Experience St. Michael's United Church of Christ Church
Weekly services are considered "traditional" with pipe organ and piano music and last about an hour. We offer large-print hymnals, and our sanctuary is accessible via elevator.
Dress: Casual
Communion:
All are welcome to join us as we celebrate Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month. Gluten-free and alcohol-fre
What to expect
Fellowship Time
After the weekly church service, most members go to the fellowship room (church basement) for refreshments and conversation. Each week members take turns hosting fellowship time and bringing food to share. Fairtrade coffee and tea are provided. You'll be greeted like family!
Get involved!
We have a variety of ministries that you can get involved with, including:
Monthly volunteering at Northern Illinois Food Bank
Gardening in our food pantry garden
Hydroponic lettuce production for Neighborhood Food Pantries/West Chicago
Monthly Clothing Closet (sorting, hanging, or assisting neighbors in need)
PeaceJam community youth group
Children
We have activity boxes at the back of the sanctuary for children to use during services. Sunday School classes can be offered upon request.
Accommodations
When you visit St. Michael's UCC you'll be welcomed with open arms, friendly conversation, and a chocolate bar!
Please ask an usher if you have any questions or need accommodations.
For our members' and guests' convenience, we offer:
gluten-free communion choices
alcohol-free communion choices
ADA accessible facilities
gender-neutral bathrooms
large print hymnals
wheelchair and walker available
Spanish translations are available with two days' notice.
Our Service To The Community
Feed Those in Need
Clothe Those in Need
At St. Michael's United Church of Christ, we put our hands to service where our heart lies. We own and maintain the West Chicago Food Pantry building, to support the work of Neighborhood Food Pantries.
Clothe Those in Need
Clothe Those in Need
Our congregation maintains a clothing closet in the basement of our Sunday School building. We welcome community members on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm to take free clothing. We also accept donations of gently used clothing.
Si usted o alguien que conoce necesita ropa usada en buen estado y gratuita, visíteno
Our congregation maintains a clothing closet in the basement of our Sunday School building. We welcome community members on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm to take free clothing. We also accept donations of gently used clothing.
Si usted o alguien que conoce necesita ropa usada en buen estado y gratuita, visítenos el segundo sábado de cada mes de 9:00 a. m. a 12:00 p. m.
Involve Youth
Our members and community volunteers grow food for the West Chicago Food Pantry in our large community garden and in our hydroponic lettuce production facility, located in the basement of the food pantry building in downtown West Chicago.
Serve The Community
We practice the radical love that Jesus taught through our actions.
95% of our members participate in community service activities.
Support St. Michael's United Church of Christ
Help us continue our mission and make a difference in the community.
Si usted o alguien que conoce necesita ropa usada en buen estado y gratuita, visítenos el segundo sábado de cada mes de 9:00 a. m. a 12:00 p. m.
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