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 the office know! Reach out to office@waucc.org or 773-935-0642 (text or call).
A new weekly offering to keep our hearts, minds, and actions aligned with the people of Palestine.
During the recent Reformation Day service at the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Jerusalem, Bishop Sani Ibrahim Azar of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land spoke candidly about Palestinian suffering, asking what “Reformation” means amid what he described as “two years of genocide,” displacement, and daily restrictions under military rule. His remarks prompted many German church and political figures who attended to walk out, condemning the bishop’s comments rather than the conditions in Gaza that he named.
God of the marginalized, we grieve the complicity of the Western church that remains more fixated on policing prophetic voices than stopping the violence of empire. Help us to challenge the silence of our churches by increasing our solidarity and our voices for the oppressed. We pray for true repentance from world leaders and renewed commitment to justice and peace in the Holy Land.
Lord in your mercy…hear our prayer.
From the Sabeel Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center
“The Road from Ceasefire to Peace”
On behalf of the Steering Committee of the United Church of Christ Movement for Palestinian Solidarity (UCCMPS), we’re eager to share the statement, “The Road from Ceasefire to Peace.” Download here.
It captures much of our discernment over these past few weeks, as our partners and UCC leaders respond to the ceasefire that’s offered some hope to Gazans, but left many critical questions unanswered and even unaddressed.
This statement draws on the 2021 Resolution we championed, and on the encouragement of our partners in Palestine, Israel, and here in the US. We feel that particular resolution offers a compelling “plumb line” for advocacy and solidarity in this moment. We appreciate your leadership and prophetic vision as our United Church continues to articulate the path toward and envision a just peace.
The Rev. Dr. Linda Noonan, Co-Chair
The Rev. David Grishaw-Jones, Co-Chair
UCC Movement for Palestinian Solidarity (UCCMPS)
Our support for Patrice Daniels continues this week! Please give to this Helping Hands campaign if you can.
It was great to be in community last Sunday – both onsite & online – for our Wellington Way celebration. If you weren’t able to attend in person, you should’ve received your 2026 Pledge Card in the mail this week!
You can also grab one HERE!
BIG thanks to everyone who contributed to the food drive for Ericson school last week! There were big smiles on all the faces when Andrew & Ann-Louise delivered the contributions from the partners at 425 S. Central Park to the school on Friday.
From the folks that brought you Ericson Food Drive…
That’s right! We’re back with another donation drive for our neighborhood school! You can drop off all your winter wears at church on Sunday, December 7th!
If you want to arrange a weekday drop-off, reach out to Andrew in the Church Office: 773-935-0642.
The memorial service for Deb Lee’s sister, Dottie Webster, will take place at 11am on Saturday, November 29th at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Edgewater (1500 W. Elmdale).
Only ONE SPOT REMAINS at Elaine Klemen’s table on
Sunday, November 30th! Grab it now.
On November 29th, our community partners at American Indian Health Service of Chicago are celebrating their 51st anniversary in style!
Interested in attending? Let Outreach Committee Chair Barb Lagoni (barb@lagonihealth.com) know – we may have some complementary tickets available!
The evening will feature:
· A vibrant cultural Welcome Reception with hors d’oeuvres, a Native food station, and entertainment· Inspiring stories of impact from AIHSC community members
· A powerful showcase of Native American heritage through music, drums, and dance
· Opportunities to invest in AIHSC’s expansion through sponsorships, donations, community tables, and our “Spirit of 51” Campaign in celebration of our 51 years of service. Get more information HERE.
Turn the Volume Up
By Lea Morris
Inspired by Zohran Mamdani
Sometimes you just need a document!
Click below if you’re looking for:
- This Sunday’s BULLETIN
- The latest version of the CHURCH DIRECTORY
- The approved CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES (Oct mtg)
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- Need to be reimbursed for a church expense? Download a Wellington REIMBURSEMENT FORM and submit it to the Church Office!
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