...from a Member
“Welcome to United in Faith” is
not just a phrase you hear, but a genuine expression of
God’s love. Not long ago, my husband and I moved to
Chicago. We had no family or friends in the area and knew
finding a church home was a high priority in making Chicago our
home.
After just one visit, two things were clear.
First, everyone was open, welcoming and friendly. No pressure,
but genuinely interested in who we were. Even after becoming
regular attendees and members, the same families come to us
every week to check on our family and hear about our lives.
Second, God’s work and word is clearly identifiable in
the worship service and congregational activities. The sermons
are just the right length to move your spirit and challenge you
with something to ponder during the week. Meanwhile, the two
Sunday morning worship services and community service
opportunities provide means for worshiping and serving God as
you are comfortable.
Sunday morning at 8:30 is a liturgical
service using classic hymns and a traditional service style.
This is followed by a Sunday School hour, or a chance to have
coffee and chat with those you haven’t seen since the
previous Sunday. Then at 10:30 is a praise and worship service
with contemporary Christian music led by a passionate praise
band.
United in Faith values being God’s
hands, feet and voice in the world. Everyday, the church
reflects this purpose through service to the community. The
local food pantry, local girl and boy scout troops, vacation
bible school, book clubs, and numerous other community
organizations keep the building a busy place, and provide
opportunity to use individual strengths and talents to reflect
God’s love towards others.
Even though this is an Evangelical Lutheran
Church, the families who call United in Faith home come from
very diverse backgrounds, including Catholic, Baptist, and
Methodist ideologies.
I hope, whether you are looking for a new
place to worship, or just beginning to explore your faith, that
you join us on Sunday morning for a real United in Faith
welcome!
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Welcome - from the Jewell Family
...from the Congregation
God's
Purpose for United in Faith:
We are to be God’s Hands, Feet and Voice in the world.
We affirm our intention to openly welcome and value every
person
who walks through our doors regardless of race, nationality and
ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation and gender
identities, marital status,
social and economic situation, abilities, cultural realities
and needs;
supports efforts to share with all, God’s gifts of love,
acceptance, and grace;
invites all people uniquely created by God, to experience the
word of God,
communion, and the promise of the risen Christ;
and encourages all people to participate fully in the
ministries of this congregation
which are based on its Purpose and Guiding
Principles.
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