Podcasts about Wicker Park

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Dear siblings in Christ,dear friends, mentors, and companions on the journey. This is a bittersweet moment. My time as your diaconal resident is coming to an end. And as I've been thinking and praying about what I'd like to leave with you, I couldn't think of a better passage than today's text from Our Epistle Reading... The post Second Sunday after Pentecost appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Today's reading from Acts is odd. We heard that the disciples were gathered, and flames began dancing on their heads. Then, they begin speaking in non-native languages so that they could communicate with every devout Jewish person who was “living” in Jerusalem. And, I want direct our attention to the Greek word translated here as “living.” It has a specific meaning. It means “to have settled or been planted in a new place.” That is, these Jewish people were not born in Jerusalem, they didn't speak the native language, and they probably looked, acted, and engaged in different ways... The post Pentecost Sunday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

At some point, I lost heaven. I can't remember exactly when that was. Suddenly I reached into the void. The sky was gone. I continued to search for a while, a little deeper, between the folds - or on the other side? No. My sky, the little piece of the puzzle, sky blue with cloud white - had disappeared... The post Seventh Sunday of Easter appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Today's gospel is part of a longer conversation between Jesus and his disciples known as Jesus' “farewell discourse.” This final conversation began when Jesus washed his disciples' feet, and it continued with last Sunday's reading sharing Jesus' new commandment to love one another. Today, Judas (and not the Judas most people know but the other one) asked Jesus for clarification... The post Sixth Sunday of Easter appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

When host David Manilow can't go all the way to Italy for a meal, he visits Tortello in Wicker Park. Chef Dario Monni handcrafts his pasta right in a window overlooking Division Street. In this episode, Monni shares his journey from Sardinia to Chicago as a restaurateur, why flour from Italy is his key ingredient and which regional Italian cuisine made “his brain explode.”

Our guest is Jamie Gannon, an artist, designer, and photographer who has spent over 30 years in Chicago exploring the intersection of architecture, memory, and creative practice.In this episode, Jamie speaks with host Christian Solorzano about his unique approach to documenting buildings through what he calls "defamiliarization" - taking familiar structures and making them unexpected again. He shares insights about his journey from Tennessee to Chicago, his evolution from commercial graphic design to fine art, and his meticulous process of photographing, deconstructing, and reconstructing architectural forms.Jamie discusses his recent move to a new studio at MANA Contemporary, his "Sibling Revelry" exhibition in Nashville, and his Type Force installation. We explore how his background in printmaking influences his current work with surfaces and materials, his morning ritual of walking through Wicker Park, and why he chooses hands-on creation in an increasingly digital world.The conversation delves into Jamie's philosophy of preserving architectural history, his approach to craft and detail, and how he balances commercial design work at Surprise Media with his artistic practice. Jamie reflects on the role of intuition versus strategy in creative work, the importance of surface in art-making, and his upcoming plans for art fairs throughout the Midwest.Music by the band Eighties Slang.

The most famous shepherd in Chicago, or the States or the world is LEO. However even Leaders like Presidents are shepherds. At any rate, in the spirit of antiquity and in the spirit of the Bible, they can be described as a shepherd. Because in ancient times, leaders of states were compared to shepherds, people in higher positions who had to lead others... The post Fourth Sunday of Easter appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki May 4, 2025 Change is at the center of today's gospel reading, and … change is challenging. Change is hard because it almost always involves loss, uncertainty, and disruption – even when it's for the better. But not all change is the same. In fact, scholars note that there are two different types of change – technical change and adaptive change. Technical changes are easy solutions that often have apparent solutions. While […] The post Third Sunday of Easter appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Kornelius Koppel April 27, 2025 Thomas walked slowly through the streets. His eyes were fixed on the ground and his thoughts kept circling back to the events of the last few days. Thomas was sad. But he was also anxious and disappointed. This was not how he had imagined it would be. It had all started so well. They had found him, the Messiah, Jesus, the Savior. But now he was dead. Thomas was sad. […] The post Second Sunday of Easter appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

This weekend, Chicago-area bookstore owners and readers alike will be celebrating Independent Bookstore Day with an all-day bookstore crawl. Reset learns about the city's indie bookstore scene with Courtney Bledsoe, owner of Call and Response Books in Hyde Park; Jamie Ericson, co-owner of Dandelion Bookshop in Oak Park; and Rebecca George, co-owner of Volumes Bookcafe in Wicker Park and an organizer of the Chicagoland Bookstore Crawl. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Kornelius Koppel April 19, 2025 Listen to Vicar Kornelius’ sermon here! The post The Easter Vigil appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki April 20, 2025 On a recent family trip, I visited a swamp with my partner and my cousin. At this sanctuary, we got a booklet about all the different types of plants and animals that we might see. After flipping through it, I really wanted to see the grey polypody fern. So, we set out on the 2.5-mile boardwalk above the swamp (thank God) and went to find alligators, turtles, air plants, […] The post Easter Sunday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki April 18, 2025 We gather tonight in a baren place. The lights are low, the altar is stripped, and the baptismal font is no longer visible. As Pastor Tim Brown puts it, tonight, we sit in a darkened tomb. We heard the story of that fateful night, a story that we know all too well; and not only because we've heard it every year, but also because we've lived it. This is […] The post Good Friday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Kornelius Koppel April 17, 2025 I’m not worth it, I messed up my life. I had enough chances. A patient said this to me last year at Mount Sinai Hospital. I was doing my Clinical Pastoral Education, and doing my Chaplaincy rounds on behavioral and Detox Unit. He was alone in his Room and in the darkness. He was not really wanting to talk to me, or to anyone, but i sat on a little […] The post Maundy Thursday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Al and Val have to get to prom but they are on the run from a diamond thief! OH NO! Help us out by giving us a listen. And vote for us for Prom Queen! Bad Hair Day (February 13, 2015)IMDB WikipediaDirected by Erik Canuel (Big Wolf on Campus, Flashpoint, 19-2)Written by Billy Eddy & Matt Eddy (Zapped, Teen Beach 2, Monster High 1 & 2, Eureka), Eric M. Gardner (only 1 other credit)Starring: Laura Marano as Monica Reeves (Without a Trace, Austin & Ally, Ladybird, music videos)Leigh-Allyn Baker as Liz (character & voice actor - Mass Effect, Back at the Barnyard, Good Luck Charlie, Will & Grace)Christian Campbell as Pierce (character & voice actor - Max Steel, Big Love, Kiya & the Kimoja Heroes)Alain Goulem as Monica's Dad (character & voice actor - Bob Moraine, 18 to Life, Assassins Creed, My Old Ass)Christian Paul as Ed (character & voice actor - Wicker Park, Assassins Creed)Kiana Madeira as Sierra (Really Me, Trinkets, Fear Street, My Adventures with Superman)Jake Manley as Kyle Timmons (Heroes Reborn, iZombie, Midway, The Order)Zoé De Grand Maison as Ashley (Orphan Black, Riverdale)Synopsis: A high school student is desperate to be prom queen, but on the big night her hair is an uncontrollably bad mess. Meanwhile, a lady FBI agent is on the hunt for a jewel thief who is looking for a stolen necklace, which the messy haired girl has in her possession. Soon, she and the agent chase the jewel thief, and she's whizzed on a wild adventure in the city.Fun Facts: The executive producer is Leigh-Allyn Baker, who plays Liz in the film.Laura Marano (Monica) didn't have a stunt double for the driving scenesThe movie was filmed in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.Next Movie: Teen Beach 2 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Wicker Park Lutheran Church The Passion Reading April 13, 2025 Listen along to the Passion Reading here! The post Palm/Passion Sunday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

How do WE show your love to Jesus? How do YOU thank him for redeeming you? If everyone were to answer one after the other, there would certainly be a colorful bouquet of ways in which you can show your love for Jesus: by singing hymns, through charity, through monetary donations, prayers, worshipping. And if we study and research the Gospels for further possibilities, this bouquet would become even larger and more colorful... The post Fifth Sunday in Lent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

In 2024, Chicago was named the rattiest city in the US by Orkin Pest Control for the TENTH year in a row. The city's budget for its ‘Bureau of Rodent Control' is almost $15 million annually. And they're trying something new. Starting in [[[]]], bait boxes with rat ‘birth control' will be placed in alleys throughout Wicker Park and Bucktown to try to curb the growth of rat populations. Reset checks in with Quinn Myers of Block Club Chicago to learn more about the program. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Who has heard today's gospel reading before? Who knows it by the title “the prodigal son?” Many people know this story from that perspective based on a section heading in the Bible. We need to remember that the section headings aren't in the original Greek text– they are added by the editor of whatever version of the Bible you're reading... The post Fourth Sunday in Lent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Every first Sunday in Lent we always here the story of Jesus' temptation from the viewpoint of a synoptic gospel (that is Matthew, Mark, or Luke). Compared to last year's version from Mark, we have a lot more to work with here. In Luke, we see three distinct scenes where Jesus was tempted by the “devil.” And the devil doesn't have a tail and a pitchfork, but in Greek, it is term for an “accuser” or “slanderer.”... The post First Sunday in Lent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Roastmaster General Jeff Ross calls Sherman and Tingle ahead of his weekend dates at The Den Theatre and Comedy Club in WIcker Park. He sticks around for a little Match ONE too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roastmaster General Jeff Ross calls Sherman and Tingle ahead of his weekend dates at The Den Theatre and Comedy Club in WIcker Park. He sticks around for a little Match ONE too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of my special moments was always when we stood on top of a mountain very early in the morning. But even after a long hike, reaching the top is something special. At this moment, everything was made up for. For getting up early and for the strenuous ascent. You were simply happy. And I was simply in awe of God's creation. Intoxicated by the magnificent view. The valleys and plains lie very small at your feet. Everyday life and daily worries are far away. I could stay up there for hours and just enjoy the view... The post Transfiguration Sunday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Today's gospel reading is challenging. While much of the reading was the focus of my Annual Meeting report earlier this month, I found myself in a different social location this time around. You see, instead of looking at this passage through the lens of the institution that this is Wicker Park Lutheran Church, I entered it in a more personal manner. This time, I saw it through a lens of the powerless... The post Seventh Sunday after Epiphany appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Kornelius Koppel February 16, 2025 So it begins. Then he looked up at his disciples and said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. “ (Luke 6:20) Jesus called his disciples, but the calling of the twelve was not the beginning of discipleship. Jesus had many more followers than the 12 apostles. But the question at issue is how things should continue now. With the new people of Israel? And […] The post Sixth Sunday after Epiphany appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Chicago's most award-winning brewpub reveals the secrets of its medal-winning Lagers and a bold malt liquor revival.Keil Weimer, head brewer at Piece Brewery and Pizzeria, discusses brewing award-winning lagers and reviving forgotten styles. He tells the story of winning a silver medal at the Great American Beer Festival in October for his Door Code Pilsner, sharing insights on what it takes to brew crisp German Pilsners, why patience is key in lagering, and the art of natural carbonation. He also talks about tank space management in a seven barrel brewpub, the impact of long fermentation times on flavor, and how brewing history shapes today's beer trends. Keil also shares the unique story behind Piece Brewery's legacy, how spunding works, the idea behind “bringing malt liquor back,” and what happens when you put mashed potatoes and clams on pizza. Plus: the secret art of enjoying smoked beers and what's up with Altbier.About Piece Brewery and Pizzeria:Piece Brewery is a Wicker Park brewpub serving award-winning New Haven style thin-crust pizza and craft beer. Learn more on their website athttps://www.piecechicago.com/ —You can learn more about Crafty Brewers and get in touch with us on our official website,https://craftybrewerspod.com Crafty Brewers is a production of Quantum Podcasts, LLC. Is your brewery or business looking to capture a loyal audience to drive business results with the power of podcasting? Then visithttps://quantum-podcasts.com/ to learn more.Our executive producer and editor is award-winning podcasterCody Gough. He insists that we tell you that in this episode, you'll learn about: Chicago craft beer, German Pilsner, Door Code Pilsner, award-winning lagers, spunding carbonation, natural carbonation, malt liquor brewing, brewing lagers, tank conditioning, fermentation time, beer fermentation, Pilsner hops, Saphir hops, Saaz hops, decoction mashing, crisp lager, New Haven pizza Chicago, Chicago beer scene, craft beer awards, beer clarity, Kolsch, smoked porter, brewing techniques, craft beer trends, beer and pizza pairing, Chicago beer history, Jonathan Cutler, hoppy lagers, brewing science, brewery operations, Pilsner brewing process, high-gravity brewing, and beer yeast management.

Listen along to Rev. Chrisida's sermon here! The post Fifth Sunday after Epiphany appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Otto's Would Bring All-Day Restaurant, Bar To Vacant Ukrainian Village Auto Shop: Longtime employees of Heisler Hospitality want to open Otto's at the site of the former Grace Auto Repair […]

Listen to Vicar Kornelius' sermon here! The post Fourth Sunday After Epiphany appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Lazzey B Flow, the dynamic artist, producer, and event curator from Chicago, takes us on his musical journey filled with creativity, resilience, and authentic experiences. From the early days at Habit Studio to leading successful events with Tomorrow Dynasty, Lazzey B Flow shares how serendipitous moments and influential figures like Ozlin Antonio have shaped his career. He emphasizes the significance of collaboration and community, drawing inspiration from Chicago's vibrant music scene to bring unforgettable shows to places like Naperville and Wicker Park. Lazzey also opens up about his creative process, detailing how he integrates new music into social media to expand his reach and connect with fans.Balancing multiple roles in the industry, Lazzey B Flow gives us a peek into the life of a producer and emcee, highlighting the joys and challenges unique to each role. As a producer, he stresses the importance of music theory and the intricacies of crafting beats, while as an emcee, he revels in the singular focus of performing. Lazzey also discusses the art of event curation, sharing his passion for creating memorable experiences that turn strangers into friends and adversaries into allies. His insights into the logistics of event planning, from managing open mic lists to maintaining performance standards, offer a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes workings of successful events.The conversation doesn't shy away from the raw energy and authentic vibes of the nightlife, where Lazzey thrives in the hip-hop scene. From the importance of DJs in energizing events and promoting new talent to the camaraderie and unspoken bonds in the club scene, Lazzey captures the essence of what makes music culture so powerful. Lazzey showcases how music and friendship create a tapestry of support and creativity. Join us as we explore the night out with fresh kicks, a crisp white tee, and the passion that fuels the spirit of the streets.Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki January 26, 2025 Every year on the final Sunday of January is “Reconciling in Christ” Sunday or RIC Sunday for short. It's a day when Lutheran congregations throughout the United States and Canada celebrate the affirmation and full inclusion of those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities along with their commitments to racial equity. As our staff prepared for today's service, my phone kept buzzing with new information: presidential Executive Order […] The post Reconciling in Christ Sunday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Alex Moffat is a funny dude.6 years on SNLHe's currently on tourHe will be at The Den Theater in Wicker Park - in Chicago (wicka paaaaak)Vermont, Indy, Chicago, back to California, then PhiliCheck out his Instagram -8 H where SNL is produced, has not changed over the years-His appearance on FX's 'The Bear'-SNL behind the scenes-Can Pete be his plus one at SNL's 50th Anniversary To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here

It's been a while since I saw a short film that I still remember today. The title: Validation. (by Kurt Koenne) In any case, I can only recommend that you watch this 15-minute movie - you can do that on YouTube. It's a very humorous movie that also makes you think... The post The Baptism of Our Lord appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor Rachel Gignac talks to Mike LaVitola, the original founder of Chicago-based Foxtrot, about his decision to return to the company to reopen certain locations of the convenience-store chain. LaVitola talked about how the reopenings are going, what the team is focused on and aspects of operations that have changed. Since Foxtrot's parent company, Outfox Hospitality, closed all of its stores in April, the chain sold its assets to Further Point Enterprises. Days later, Foxtrot filed for bankruptcy. Then, Further Point invited LaVitola to return and help lead a revival. Since September, Foxtrot has reopened five locations in Chicago in the Gold Coast, Old Town, Wicker Park, Fulton Market and River North neighborhoods. It is continuing its path of reopening about one of its previous locations every month, with a total of 10 of its original 33—mostly in Chicago and a couple in Dallas. For a full timeline on Foxtrot's operations, click here. Foxtrot was founded in 2014 as a delivery company selling snacks, beer and wine, and grew into a corner store-restaurant hybrid that featured high-end package goods, prepared foods, coffee bars and wine bars. The chain, once billed as the “convenience store of the future,” raised more than $160 million to fuel its growth over its lifetime.

The magi have fascinated Christians for thousands of years. They are depicted in 3rd century frescos in the catacombs of Rome and were carved into the façades of Chartres Cathedral in the 13th century. They were the subject of great artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and Dürer. And most church nativity scenes, as well as at-home devotional nativities, would look incomplete without them. But's it's only twelve verses and two mentions in one gospel that have sparked our fixation... The post Epiphany Sunday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Abercrombie And Fitch Opens Wicker Park Store: The retailer completed extensive renovations to the former John Fluevog store on Milwaukee Avenue before opening last month. THC-Infused […]

Listen to our recent sermon series from Wicker Park, preached by Rev. Jonathan Grace, Lead Pastor.

Several weeks back, within these very pews actually, I heard a sermon that re-shaped the way I approached the Christmas season. It was Vicar Kornelius's sermon about the classic Christmas movie “The Grinch,” perhaps some of you remember it. It was so rich and thought-provoking a sermon that it had me analyzing all of my favorite classic Christmas movies as I watched them this year and examining their theological implications... The post First Sunday of Christmas appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Last week's gospel introduced us to John the Baptist. We heard John's message of repentance and its connection to the prophet Isaiah. But there wasn't much meat about what repentance looks like, how it functions, or the purpose of it. But, this week is different as the story continued. We that heard the substance of John's message was, as one colleague put it, “harsh, urgent, and concrete.”... The post Sixth Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Mike Stephen gets an update on the effort to re-map Chicago community areas from Emily Talen, director of The Urbanism Lab at the University of Chicago, discusses the state of local food journalism Mike Gebert, editor of Fooditor, and reflects on the good work of the soon-to-be-sold Quimby's bookstore in Wicker Park.

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Today's gospel reading has at least two parts – (1) a list of leaders and rulers and (2) the beginning of John the Baptist's teaching. If you're anything like me, I often want to skim past lists of names to get to the good part. A lot of times I cannot contextualize the names and frankly, I often fumble the pronunciation of their names as well. But these three short verses are not ones we want to zoom past. While they certainly give us some historical context to the environment in which John began his ministry, they also make a key theological claim... The post Fifth Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

“Where are you Christmas? Why can't I find you, Why have you gone away?” Are you Team Grinch or Team Santa? We just have to look around after Thanksgiving all decorations switch to Christmas immediately after Black friday. Grinch Lost... The post Fourth Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Nathan Houstin November 24, 2024 Listen to the sermon here! The post Third Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists.Have you ever dreamed of opening a brick-and-mortar gallery location to offset your time on the road? Today's guests, Chris Jackson and Laura Junge (https://lleejunge.com/), did just that when they opened the Jackson Junge Gallery (https://j2gallery.com/) in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago. In this conversation, they talk about how the gallery allows Laura the time she needs to create her work, the nuances of running a gallery, and their next giant leap of faith regarding gallery shows in Miami's world-famous Art Week! Thanks for listening! #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist #j2gallery #jacksonjungegallery #brickandmortar #artgallery #chicagoartVisual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com/) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcastWebsite https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.htmlYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcastMailing List  http://eepurl.com/hwQn7bEmail independentartistpodcast@gmail.comPLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app.SUPPORT THE SHOWVENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_USSponsorsThe National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.orgMusic  "Walking" by Oliver LearBusiness inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.comSupport the show

Today we finish our year-long study of Mark's gospel. It is the last time we'll hear from Mark until November 29, 2026. This final reading wasn't the chronological ending of Mark's story– that was the empty tomb we studied on Easter. Nor did the lectionary bring us back to the beginning with a quote from Isaiah and John the Baptist – remember, there was no birth narrative in Mark. Rather, we are left in the middle of the gospel in what is often called the “little apocalypse.”... The post Second Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Mexico City's El Califa De León — World's Only Michelin-Starred Taco Stand — Pops Up In Chicago: You can try the famed tacos at Tacombi's Wicker Park location Wednesday. Select tacos […]

In today's reading, Jesus was in the temple. He had been teaching through parables and answering questions about taxes, the resurrection, the messiah, and the greatest commandment. Before he took a break, Jesus spoke about his primary challengers in Mark's gospel, that was the scribes. The scribes were men who had a deep knowledge of the law and could draft legal documents, like contracts for marriages, divorces, loans, inheritance, and mortgages. These scribes curated a public reputation of being pious with lengthy prayers to convince people that they were trustworthy... The post First Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

This episode is brought to you by stubborn tenacity.   SubT and Beat Kitchen are two of Chicago's favorite music rooms, and for good reason. Both are embedded in their respective neighborhoods (Wicker Park and Roscoe Village, respectively), have warmth and character, and provide consistently great entertainment.   Robert Gomez, owner of both venues, joins me outside Beat Kitchen to talk about the venues and Chicago's live music landscape. Timing is everything: this conversation takes place as SubT revs up its 30th anniversary celebration (#SubT30).   As we chat about the music scene, we snack on Beat Kitchen's delicious steak sandwich and Thai pizza. Both are recommended, but pack some mints.   I really enjoyed talking with Robert; if you have an interest in Chicago's music landscape, this is a must-listen.    ##   CCC is sponsored by Easy Automation. Are you ready to turn your home into a smart home?   Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules.   Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.