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We will hear the story of Jesus' Ascension following his 40 days spent with his disciples. The sacrament of Baptism will be celebrated with the Graham family.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKvaH6uEBqcLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKvaH6uEBqc&t=1480sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the final Words & Music of Season 25-26:DestinationsStories and songs about journeys, longing, and finding where we belong.Words & Music will return this fall for their 26-27 Season on September 13th. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the final Words & Music of Season 25-26:DestinationsStories and songs about journeys, longing, and finding where we belong.Words & Music will return this fall for their 26-27 Season on September 13th. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the final Words & Music of Season 25-26:DestinationsStories and songs about journeys, longing, and finding where we belong.Words & Music will return this fall for their 26-27 Season on September 13th. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the final Words & Music of Season 25-26:DestinationsStories and songs about journeys, longing, and finding where we belong.Words & Music will return this fall for their 26-27 Season on September 13th. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the final Words & Music of Season 25-26:DestinationsStories and songs about journeys, longing, and finding where we belong.Words & Music will return this fall for their 26-27 Season on September 13th. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
This week in worship we are guided by Jesus' words in the Gospel of John, a section called the “Farewell Discourse” where Jesus prepares the disciples for life in his absence. It can be a somber text, but this week we read Jesus' words with a hopeful lens, made up of memories shared with those we have loved. Sue Madsen will offer our Mother's Day Reflection and a donation to Centrica Rose Harbor Place will be made in her honor. Learn more about this hospice facility below. We'll also recognize our High School Seniors during First Steps and a special video at the end of worship.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6rr4x4FGokLink to Start of Reflection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6rr4x4FGok&t=960sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
This week in worship we are guided by Jesus' words in the Gospel of John, a section called the “Farewell Discourse” where Jesus prepares the disciples for life in his absence. It can be a somber text, but this week we read Jesus' words with a hopeful lens, made up of memories shared with those we have loved. Sue Madsen will offer our Mother's Day Reflection and a donation to Centrica Rose Harbor Place will be made in her honor. Learn more about this hospice facility below. We'll also recognize our High School Seniors during First Steps and a special video at the end of worship.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6rr4x4FGokLink to Start of Reflection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6rr4x4FGok&t=2580sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
We welcome are 2026 Confirmation Class into our faith community at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhXGuh50ZT8Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhXGuh50ZT8&t=1326sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Join us this Sunday at 8:45AM for the Fifth Sunday of Eastertide as we continue to celebrate the resurrection of Christ and explore the meaning of resurrection in our lives today. Building on stories from the early church as recorded in Acts 7:55-60, Justin Williamson, our Interim Men's Ministry Associate, will be preaching and Rev. John Rodgers will serve as liturgist. Communion will be served for those gathered for in-person worship at 8:45AM.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiXYTeaL5i4Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiXYTeaL5i4&t=1570sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Join us for a fun and faithful morning as we welcome new members, hear reflections from two of our high school students just back from Plymouth Fellowship work tour, rousing music from the All In Band, and a reflection on what we can learn from the early churches formed after Jesus' resurrection! We hope to see you in person or on-line! Everyone is welcome!Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8iP3Vp-cbkLink to Start of Reflection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8iP3Vp-cbk&t=1235sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Join us for a fun and faithful morning as we welcome new members, hear reflections from two of our high school students just back from Plymouth Fellowship work tour, rousing music from the All In Band, and a reflection on what we can learn from the early churches formed after Jesus' resurrection! We hope to see you in person or on-line! Everyone is welcome!Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8iP3Vp-cbkLink to Start of Reflection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8iP3Vp-cbk&t=993sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Join us for a fun and faithful morning as we welcome new members, hear reflections from two of our high school students just back from Plymouth Fellowship work tour, rousing music from the All In Band, and a reflection on what we can learn from the early churches formed after Jesus' resurrection! We hope to see you in person or on-line! Everyone is welcome!Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8iP3Vp-cbkLink to Start of Sermon:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8iP3Vp-cbk&t=2856sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Come and hear our young people share their experience of God calling their name. They will lead us in worship through music, movement, art, and reflection, offering their gifts and faith to all. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrQBKATLrAoLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrQBKATLrAo&t=2630sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:There is Always LightEven in the darkest moments, light remains. This Words & Music gathering invites us to listen for it, share it, and carry it forward - together.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:There is Always LightEven in the darkest moments, light remains. This Words & Music gathering invites us to listen for it, share it, and carry it forward - together.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:There is Always LightEven in the darkest moments, light remains. This Words & Music gathering invites us to listen for it, share it, and carry it forward - together.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:There is Always LightEven in the darkest moments, light remains. This Words & Music gathering invites us to listen for it, share it, and carry it forward - together.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:There is Always LightEven in the darkest moments, light remains. This Words & Music gathering invites us to listen for it, share it, and carry it forward - together.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:There is Always LightEven in the darkest moments, light remains. This Words & Music gathering invites us to listen for it, share it, and carry it forward - together.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Join us for a special Sunday of worship on April 12 at 10am as we continue to celebrate the joy and glory of Easter. Through readings and music, our entire music ministry will come together – featuring our bell ringers, children's choir, adult chancel choir, and even our rock band – to proclaim the good news of Christ's resurrection. This unique service is a joyful expression of faith, lifting our voices in gratitude for the hope and redemption of Easter.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21U0L0R1kjgLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21U0L0R1kjg&t=1896sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
On Easter Sunday, we celebrate the good news that Christ is Risen. On the highest of holy days in the Christian year, we remember the Resurrection in story and song, glorify God with special music, and cover the cross with colorful flowers. Love is stronger than death and destruction. Love always prevails and love is alive and unbound in the world. Like a mustard seed, it grows without limit. Like water turned into wine, it surprises us with joy. Like loaves of bread it expands to feed every hungry soul. Love is alive and this is indeed good news!Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m66P5okV66QLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m66P5okV66Q&t=1975sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
This week our scripture reading takes us to Jerusalem for Passover as Jesus and the disciples enter the city. Their entrance is celebrated by the crowds of poor and vulnerable – a stark contrast to the Roman parades with all of their pomp and circumstance. As we've done each week, we once again attempt to find ourselves in the story which invites us to celebrate Jesus' movement of love and mercy with shouts of “Hosanna!” What will the good news inspire us to do? How will the gospel move us to respond? As we head into Holy Week, how will we put Jesus' teachings into practice?Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYTLz13qXnELink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYTLz13qXnE&t=3359sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
As we get closer to Holy Week, we continue to look to the Gospels for a bit of good news. This week we turn to John's Gospel where we find a story about justice and mercy. How can we know when to advocate for justice and when to act with mercy? This was the test Jesus faced when he was teaching in the Temple; before he found another way. Where do we feel trapped or tested between a rock and a hard place? Might Jesus have some good news that helps us find another way? Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTBUTGWk-G4Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTBUTGWk-G4&t=2162sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:We Can Change The WorldEnjoy a special Words & Music Fundraising for Plymouth Fellowship. Through stories and music shared by PF members, we will explore themes of service, courage, and the belief that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:We Can Change The WorldEnjoy a special Words & Music Fundraising for Plymouth Fellowship. Through stories and music shared by PF members, we will explore themes of service, courage, and the belief that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:We Can Change The WorldEnjoy a special Words & Music Fundraising for Plymouth Fellowship. Through stories and music shared by PF members, we will explore themes of service, courage, and the belief that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:We Can Change The WorldEnjoy a special Words & Music Fundraising for Plymouth Fellowship. Through stories and music shared by PF members, we will explore themes of service, courage, and the belief that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:We Can Change The WorldEnjoy a special Words & Music Fundraising for Plymouth Fellowship. Through stories and music shared by PF members, we will explore themes of service, courage, and the belief that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:We Can Change The WorldEnjoy a special Words & Music Fundraising for Plymouth Fellowship. Through stories and music shared by PF members, we will explore themes of service, courage, and the belief that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
March 15, 4th Sunday of Lent: the good news is... protection & care for the vulnerable.Scripture: Matthew 19: 13–15 In many modern contexts, Jesus welcoming children may seem sweet. In his time, however, spending time with children would have been seen as wasteful or unimportant. When Jesus blesses the children after the disciples try to send them away, he reorients socially constructed hierarchies to center the vulnerable.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yHCkRR3jPcLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yHCkRR3jPc&t=2557sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
March 8, 3rd Sunday of Lent: the good news is... together, the impossible is possibleScripture: Mark 6: 32–44 As Jesus and his disciples head to a deserted place, perhaps seeking peace and quiet, many from the surrounding towns follow them. Instead of turning them away, Jesus expresses compassion and begins an impromptu teaching session.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ng77N_kzyiELink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ng77N_kzyiE&t=1960sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
2nd Sunday of Lent: the good news is... great love for God & neighborScripture: Matthew 25: 35–40 When we care for the hungry, the naked, the imprisoned – each of whom are created in the image of God – we are showing love for God, too.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnS1vcfJhh0Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnS1vcfJhh0&t=2264sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
On this first Sunday of Lent we read about Jesus' first miracle in the Gospel of John. This is a miracle of wild abundance, of surprising presence, and of radical love. Have you been caught off guard by love lately? Do you need a little more love in your life? Let's see if we might find some love in the Gospel this Sunday – maybe we'll even find enough to share!Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tufr45Wm2voLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tufr45Wm2vo&t=2394sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:ProcrastinationOur next Words & Music explores procrastination through stories and music, reflecting on delay, distraction, and what happens when we finally get around to it.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:ProcrastinationOur next Words & Music explores procrastination through stories and music, reflecting on delay, distraction, and what happens when we finally get around to it.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:ProcrastinationOur next Words & Music explores procrastination through stories and music, reflecting on delay, distraction, and what happens when we finally get around to it.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:ProcrastinationOur next Words & Music explores procrastination through stories and music, reflecting on delay, distraction, and what happens when we finally get around to it.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:ProcrastinationOur next Words & Music explores procrastination through stories and music, reflecting on delay, distraction, and what happens when we finally get around to it.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our faith reflection on Ash Wednesday is from Barry Orr-Depner.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6esf2dCEW80If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Come and hear our young people share their experience of God calling their name. They will lead us in worship through music, movement, art, and reflection, offering their gifts and faith to all. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlmVYQLt7X8Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlmVYQLt7X8&t=2228sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
We'll hear more from the Apostle Paul this week on his advice to those early Christians about how to Be the Church. If Pastor Meredith is lucky, he'll send her another letter. If not, you'll hear her interpretation of Paul's advice regarding the wisdom that can only come from the Spirit. The wonderful bell choirs will deepen our worship experience!Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CPvg85JmecLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CPvg85Jmec&t=2356sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Join us for Week Four of our current sermon series: What does it mean to be the church? Where we look to scripture to help us discover the meaning of church in today's world. So far we have read from the Gospels and the letter to the early church in Corinth. This week, we turn to the prophet Micah to gain some insights from the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) with a focus on the question: What shall we do?Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p59xTqcAF7ILink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p59xTqcAF7I&t=2335sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
We continue our series exploring what it means to be the Church. Rev. Chrissy Tatum Williamson will explore the beginning of Jesus' ministry and calling his disciples.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRRI-xNcE4ILink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRRI-xNcE4I&t=1590sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
If you missed Chrissy' sermon last week, you'll want to be sure to listen to it here: (January 11, 2026 - Sermon - First Congregational Church of Western Springs | Podcast on Spotify). We'll continue her theme exploring what it means to Be the Church. We'll hear the Prophet Isaiah's words of assurance: “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light” and Paul's words of encouragement to remember that we are united in the same purpose.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eI0RR7L35yULink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eI0RR7L35yU&t=2503sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
This week we begin a series called “What does it mean to be church?” During the series we will read from the Gospels stories of Jesus' early ministry, calling, training, and nurturing the disciples as they prepared to carry the mission forward. Though many years have passed, we carry that same Jesus-mission forward today! In this first week, we'll read a portion of Jesus' “Sermon on the Mount” and recall what it means to be salt and light. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhgN0OuKH-ILink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhgN0OuKH-I&t=2028sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
This Sunday we gather to celebrate Epiphany. It is traditionally a time to tell the story of the Magi who travelled from the East to see Jesus and offer valuable gifts. Though the magi are the main characters in this ancient story, Herod looms large in the background, driving the narrative, directing the movement of the magi, and also the migration of the holy family away from Bethlehem. In this final week of our series Insisting on Hope, we will attempt to place ourselves in the story and set some intentions for the year ahead. Will we be moved by fear or moved by love? Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXH9CTJP2E4Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXH9CTJP2E4&t=1989sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xyap4R5FhDQLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xyap4R5FhDQ&t=2319sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
This fourth Sunday of Advent, we will light the Candle of Love and reflect on Joseph's call to stay with Mary and name the child Jesus. We'll also be blessed by special music from our Bell Choir.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_pNiF8QKsILink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_pNiF8QKsI&t=1860sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:Crazy Quilt of Love"Crazy Quilt of Love" reminds us that every stich-like every act of grace-helps God mend our fragmented world through Christ. Stay for soup and fellowship as we celebrate the warmth of Advent. Look for the registration link in the weekly email to help us plan.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents Words & Music Season 25-26:Crazy Quilt of Love"Crazy Quilt of Love" reminds us that every stich-like every act of grace-helps God mend our fragmented world through Christ. Stay for soup and fellowship as we celebrate the warmth of Advent. Look for the registration link in the weekly email to help us plan.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/
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