Whether you’re a seasoned chef or simply a chili lover, this is your chance to showcase your best recipe or sample some incredible creations. Come for the food, stay for the community spirit—and help make a difference! All proceeds from this event will support our 2026 Mission Trip, so every bite brings us closer to our goal. Sign up here or contact Andy Lindstrom.

Don’t miss out—bring your appetite and join us for an unforgettable evening!

All are invited to join as we discuss The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams, a beautifully crafted novel exploring language, history, and the voices too often left out. Come ready for thoughtful conversation, fresh insights, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’ve finished the book or are just getting started, we hope you will join us.  

Come enjoy a bowl of chili and cheer on the Bears as they play the Giants.  Bring a snack to share. 

Join us in preparing our worship space for the coming season by helping with the Unhanging of the Greens. We’ll be taking down Christmas decorations and restoring the sanctuary to its ordinary-time setting. Everyone is welcome to participate!

Join us each month for First Friday Fun Fellowship, now continuing throughout the year! Weather permitting, we’ll enjoy a bonfire outdoors; otherwise, we’ll gather inside for fun, laughter, and connection. All are welcome!

Bring your favorite holiday treat to share during Fellowship after worship on Sunday, December 21! Whether it’s Grandma’s fudge or your famous cookies, we’d love to taste your traditions. Got a story behind your recipe? Add a note to share with everyone. This is always a heartwarming time of food, friendship, and festive fun—don’t miss it!

Join us in the Community Room for a time of food and fellowship. Please bring a favorite dish or dessert to share. In addition, we invite you to bring women’s toiletries, which will be donated to the Crisis Center.

Join us this month as we welcome Cherie Aschenbrenner, Senior Liaison for the City of Elgin, as our guest speaker. She’ll be sharing valuable information about services, programs, and activities available to seniors in our community. Sign up here.

Celebrate the joy of Advent by sharing the music of the season with those who need it most! We’ll gather at the Elgin campus and carpool to visit homebound friends and care facilities—spreading cheer with classic carols.  We’ll sing for about 2–3 hours, and if enough people join, we’ll split into two groups for even more impact!

Sign up by Sunday, December 7 so we can plan routes or contact Carole Burris (847-436-3246) to reserve your spot. Bring your voice, your smile, and let’s make this season brighter together!

Our November and December meetings are being combined into one, celebrating the joy of childhood reading! Bring one (or a few) of your favorite children’s books to share — whether it’s a timeless classic, a cherished Christmas story, or a new find you love for its message, illustrations, or the memories it brings.

Maybe it’s a book you once adored, or one you now read to your grandchildren — either way, we can’t wait to hear the stories behind your favorites.

This festive event features a wide variety of homemade cookies, perfect for holiday celebrations. Additionally, numerous craft vendors offer unique items for holiday shopping. We are now accepting vendor applications. You may apply online.

Join us each month for First Friday Fellowship, now continuing throughout the year! We’ll gather inside for fun, laughter, and connection. All are welcome!

Join us as we prepare the church for Advent. This is a wonderful event the entire family can enjoy as we get ready to celebrate the birth of Jesus!

Join us as we prepare the church for Advent. This is a wonderful event the entire family can enjoy as we get ready to celebrate the birth of Jesus!

All women are invited to join us for our monthly UWF meeting; Linda Schambach will be our featured speaker as she shares her experiences with women’s ministries.

Gather your crew and join us for a fun-filled evening of friendly competition at Family Trivia Night! Test your knowledge across a variety of categories while enjoying laughs, snacks, and great company. Bring a small, unwrapped white elephant gift — these will be used as prizes throughout the night, so get creative!

Come enjoy a bowl of chili and cheer on the Bears as they play the Giants.  Bring a snack to share. 

Join us for a festive and collaborative Baking Day we prepare for the upcoming Cookie Walk! This special event brings together volunteers from both campuses to share in the joy of baking, packing cookie boxes, and stocking freezers with delicious treats.

Join us each month for First Friday Fun Fellowship, now continuing throughout the year! Weather permitting, we’ll enjoy a bonfire outdoors; otherwise, we’ll gather inside for fun, laughter, and connection. All are welcome!

Join us for an afternoon of thoughtful conversation about The Last House on the Street by Diane Chamberlain—a suspenseful, dual-timeline novel exploring activism, grief, and long-hidden truths across generations.

Join us this month as we welcome Cherie Aschenbrenner, Senior Liaison for the City of Elgin, as our guest speaker. She’ll be sharing valuable information about services, programs, and activities available to seniors in our community. Sign up here.

Our Annual Church Conference is on Tuesday, October 21 at 7 PM in Bartlett and you’re invited! This is a meaningful time to reflect on the past year, celebrate what God is doing in our community, and look ahead together.

All are welcome—come be part of the conversation and vision!

CropWalk is a non-profit initiative which unites communities to combat hunger and poverty worldwide. Participants walk together, raising funds for sustainable farming projects, education, and emergency assistance. Empowering lives through shared steps, CropWalk fosters hope and solidarity, sowing seeds of lasting impact in the fight against food insecurity.

Registration opens at 1:30pm; walk begins at 2pm.

Join our team today!

Discover a charming collection of high-quality, handmade treasures—from cozy crafts to one-of-a-kind gifts—all lovingly crafted by local artisans. Enjoy a light lunch available for purchase from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and be sure to stop by our bake sale, brimming with sweet treats and homemade delights all day long. Every purchase helps support the missions and ministries of Journey of Hope, spreading kindness and care throughout our community and beyond.

Venders register here.

Join us for a meaningful morning as Pastor Jason shares personal reflections and insights from his time serving in hospice ministry.

Join us after worship as we roll up our sleeves and pack as many shoeboxes as we can for Spirit Lake! We'll keep packing until we run out of supplies—every box makes a difference. Come ready to serve, sort, and share some joy.

Join us for an evening of warmth and fellowship at First Friday Fireside Fellowship! Gather around the fire at our Bartlett campus for community, treats, and connection. Donations appreciated. All are welcome!

We gather on the first Thursday of each month in Elgin at 9:30 AM in M5. As we work together on a puzzle, we enjoy lively conversations, making it a wonderful opportunity to socialize and make new friends.

Blood drives are crucial for maintaining a sufficient blood supply to help with surgeries, injuries and transfusions so please consider registering to donate today. Together, let's demonstrate the love and compassion that lies at the heart of our church. Register today!.

Join us for a fun and inspiring Creative Journey event as Mel Remoquillo guides us through a hands-on jewelry making class! Mel will teach us how to create a beautiful shell dish—a perfect keepsake or gift. Cost: $10 per person. Registration is required so Mel can prepare enough materials for everyone. Bring a friend, unleash your creativity, and take home something special you made yourself! Register here.