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Worship news: Outdoor service and Wow Fest
CrossPoint Church: 214 S. Court St. — CrossPoint Church will have an outdoor service at Bulldog Park beginning at 10:30 a.m. July 20. After the service, there will be bounce houses and outdoor games for recreation. Attendees should feel free to pack and lunch to picnic with friends and family. The church will have a backpack drive in support of By The Hand, a Christ-centered after-school program serving kids in under-resourced neighborhoods of Chicago. Drop-off bins will be located in the main hallway at the church through August 3. For more information, call 219-662-2211. Living Stones Church: 909 Pratt St. — Living Stones Church will have a widows' luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 26. The event is a time of connection, encouragement and fellowship with others who understand. To register, visit St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church Playground: 889 S. Court St. — St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church will have a 'run your own race' event starting at 6 p.m. July 24. Those interested should meet at the playground and plan to run or walk at their own pace. For more information, visit: St. Mary Catholic Church: 321 E. Joliet St. — St. Mary's will have a Donut Sunday on July 20 following mass. Those interested can head over to Hommes Hall and enjoy a donut and a cup of coffee, and wish Seminarian Ryan Pierce 'arrivederci' as he heads off to Rome to continue his studies. Jeorse Park Beach: 3301 Aldis Ave. — The 2025 Wow Fest, featuring Pastor Beverly Crawford, will be from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 27. The event will have free haircuts and hair braiding, a backpack giveaway, a game truck and more. The Glen Theatre: 20 W. Ridge Rd. — The African American Achievers Youth Corps, Inc. will host their 15th Annual 'Divas of Gospel' Concert on Saturday, July 26 at 6 p.m. at the Glen Theatre. Jonathan Portis will be the M.C. Tickets for the event are $15 and may be purchased at Beautiful Things, 4335 Broadway. The cost at the door will be $20. For more information, contact Smith at 219-887-2046. St. Timothy Unity Church: 1600 W. 25th Ave. — The church will have Gospel Extravaganza, presented by Urban League of Northwest Indiana, at 4 p.m. Sept. 14. VIP tickets are $75, and general tickets are $25. For more information, call 219-887-9621 or visit Eventbrite: Marquette Park United Methodist Church: 215 N. Grand Blvd. — All are welcome to worship at 11:15 a.m. Sundays at Marquette Park United Methodist Church. There will be refreshments to follow in the Fellowship Hall. Herr Farms: 10150 W. 219th Ave. — Bishop Robert McClory will hold the annual Mass for Migrant Farm Workers at 4 p.m. on July 27 at Herr Farms in Lowell. The bilingual Mass will be followed by an outdoor picnic. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to share and chairs for your group. Monastery of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel: 1628 Ridge Rd. — Join the Carmelite Fathers in celebrating their 75th anniversary with Mass celebrated by Bishop McClory at 5 p.m. on July 19. After the mass, there will be food and a performance from local choirs, and an outdoor eucharistic adoration. St. Peter Lutheran Church: 6540 Central Ave. — The church will host a rummage sale from July 31-August 2. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 31, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on August 1, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on August 2. Services are held every Sunday at 10 a.m.
Chicago Tribune
11-07-2025
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- Chicago Tribune
Worship news: backpack drive, potluck dinner, gospel music, bible study
CrossPoint Church: 214 S Court St. — CrossPoint Church will have a backpack drive in support of By The Hand, a Christ-centered after-school program serving kids in under-resourced neighborhoods of Chicago. The church will collect backpacks from July 13 to August 3. Drop-off bins will be located in the main hallway at the church. For more information, call 219-662-2211. Momentum Church: 2200 N Main St. — Momentum Church will have an international potluck dinner from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 13. Those who attend can bring a dish to share and invite friends. Interested parties can sign up at the welcome center or email info@ to say what food is being brought. Those bringing food should arrive 15-20 minutes early. Jeorse Park Beach: 3301 Aldis Ave. — The 2025 Wow Fest, featuring Pastor Beverly Crawford, will be from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 27. The event will have free haircuts and hair braiding, a backpack giveaway, a game truck and more. The Glen Theatre: 20 W Ridge Rd. — The African American Achievers Youth Corps, Inc. will host their 15th Annual 'Divas of Gospel' Concert on Saturday, July 26 at 6 p.m. at the Glen Theatre. Jonathan Portis will be the M.C. Tickets for the event are $15 and may be purchased at Beautiful Things, 4335 Broadway. The cost at the door will be $20. For more information, contact Smith at 219-887-2046. St. Timothy Church: 1600 W 25th Ave. — St. Timothy Church will have Gospel Extravaganza, presented by Urban League of Northwest Indiana, at 4 p.m. Sept. 14. VIP tickets are $75, and general tickets are $25. For more information, call 219-887-9621 or visit Eventbrite Valparaiso Baptist Church: 612 Emmettsburg Street— A Truth Seekers bible study will be at Valparaiso Baptist Church from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. July 17. The Bible study will be a meaningful time of connection and discovery. For more information, call 219-464-1443 or visit
Chicago Tribune
04-07-2025
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Worship news: Backpack drive and Christmas in July sale
CrossPoint Church: 214 S. Court St. — CrossPoint Church will have a backpack drive in support of By The Hand, a Christ-centered after-school program serving kids in under-resourced neighborhoods of Chicago. The church will collect backpacks from July 13 to August 3. Drop-off bins will be located in the main hallway at the church. For more information, call 219-662-2211. Living Stones Church: 909 Pratt St. — Living Stones Church will have a widows' luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 26. The event is a time of connection, encouragement and fellowship with others who understand. To register, visit St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church Playground: 889 S. Court St. — St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church will have a 'run your own race' event July 10. Those interested should meet at the playground and plan to run or walk at their own pace. For more information, visit: Marquette Park United Methodist Church: 215 N. Grand Blvd. — All are welcome to worship at 11:15 a.m. Sundays at Marquette Park United Methodist Church. There will be refreshments to follow in the Fellowship Hall. Immanuel United Church of Christ: 2201 Azalea Drive — Immanuel United Church of Christ will have a Christmas in July sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 11 and July 12. There will be hundreds of Christmas and winter bargains, a $1 room and Mrs. Claus' cafe. Herr Farms: 10150 W. 219th Ave. — Bishop Robert McClory will hold the annual Mass for Migrant Farm Workers at 4 p.m. on July 27 at Herr Farms in Lowell. The bilingual Mass will be followed by an outdoor picnic. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to share and chairs for your group. Monastery of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel: 1628 Ridge Road — Join the Carmelite Fathers in celebrating their 75th anniversary with a 5 p.m. Mass celebrated by Bishop McClory on July 19. After the mass, there will be food and performance from local choirs, and an outdoor eucharistic adoration. For more information, visit St. Peter Lutheran Church: 6540 Central Ave. — The church will host a rummage sale from July 31-August 2. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 31, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on August 1, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on August 2. Services are held every Sunday at 10 a.m.
