Thanks for taking a moment to check out these events in our shared life & the wider world.
If you’d like something included in an upcoming newsletter, please let Andrew know! You can reach him by email (office@waucc.org) or at 773-935-0642 (text or call).
Join us ONSITE at
First Church of the Brethren,
425 S. Central Park Avenue.
To map directions from your location, CLICK HERE.
Street parking is free & usually available within one block of the church building.
It’s marathon season again! The Bank of America half marathon will occur during church service this Sunday so plan on arriving a bit early to find alternative parking. Above is a map of the routes that will be affected this weekend, but please visit THIS LINK to get the full information!
Last week, Israel approved a plan to turn the headquarters of United National Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in East Jerusalem into a settlement that contains a museum, recruitment office, and headquarters for the Israeli Army. This plan is against international law and comes after years of attacks on UNRWA and the dismantling of UNRWA in East Jerusalem.
PERSONAL NOTE: When Craig and Chris joined the November 2024 international delegation to Palestine, Chris was asked to lead the singing as their group was welcomed into the UNRWA building pictured below, meeting with staff who were under threat due to their work in providing food, education and healthcare to Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.
This entire complex has since been demolished by Israel.
Holy God, we pray for the over 800,000 refugees in East Jerusalem and the West Bank who live in insecurity and worsening oppression. Help us to tear down the false idols of violence and to seek instead the paths of justice, mercy, and peace.
God in your mercy…hear our prayer.
From the Sabeel Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center
Pastor Ann-Louise has a new phone!
Update your contact lists now so you don’t mistake her next call or text for spam!
new cell #: 872-373-1224
Jordan Dobrowski will be selling her pottery (pictured above) at this event.
Stop by to support the next generation!
Book Club is
IN PERSON this month!
Saturday, June 20th at 10am
hosted at Karen Graham’s home
with special guest,
Karen Stockwell,
who will lead us through a discussion of her novel
Dreams of Darkness and Light
You can purchase a copy of it online at various retailers, or buy one directly from Karen Stockwell. Copies will be available for purchase in church on June 7.
Join us Wednesday, June 17th, 6:00-7:00 pm ET, for an online ecumenical worship service in observance of World Refugee Day. With the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program frozen since January 2025, and resettled refugees facing an onslaught of diminishing protections and expanding threats, it is more important than ever to gather in lament, solidarity, and celebration of the right to seek refuge.
Register HERE!
It’s summertime – when the living is easy, and the dining is al fresco! Check your calendar to see if you’re free on Tuesday, June 30th, and keep an eye on this spot for when RSVPs open up!
Growing Home is a great organization that we’ve supported in the past. Check out their ORGANIC URBAN FARM in Englewood with this Juneteenth-eve event!
Honey Pot Performance is one of our building partners at 425 S. Central Park Avenue – and they have a full afternoon of fun planned for Juneteenth.
Claudette, Jim, Kryss, Donna, Ann-Louise & Shelby can all testify that last year’s inaugural event was great!
Our June Gathering – formerly known as the Congregational Semi-Annual Meeting – will be on
Sunday, June 14th! This will be an in person service, with an online option. Come reflect on the past year with joy & gratitude.
4th of July Fireworks
on the rooftop of the Breakers
with Pat & Ray!
Congregational Life will be organizing us to celebrate in style once again! Let Claudette know if you can help organize refreshments.
Worship & Picnic in the Park
will take place on
Sunday, July 26th,
at our usual spot close to
the AIDS Garden Chicago &
Belmont Harbor.
Don’t miss this summer highlight!
We will enjoy every minute of summer…but when it draws to a close, there’s no better way to start the fall than with our All Church Retreat at Tower Hill Camp in Sawyer, MI.
Mark your calendar now for Friday evening, September 11 through Sunday lunch, September 13.
A reminder that there IS room at the table for everyone.
Room at the Table
Carrie Newcomer
… Including our Muslim neighbors as they celebrate Eid:
What Shall We Sacrifice?
A Global Eid Anthem | JollyGul
Sometimes you just need a document!
Click below if you’re looking for:
- This Sunday’s BULLETIN
- The latest version of the CHURCH DIRECTORY (out in June!)
- The approved CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES (May mtg)
- Buying something for church? Remember that it’s tax-exempt! CLICK HERE for a copy of the form.
- Need to be reimbursed for a church expense? Download a Wellington REIMBURSEMENT FORM and submit it to the Church Office!
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