Lula B. Sherman UMC

Lula B. Sherman UMC According to oral histories, there were at least two attempts to form a Methodist Episcopal church for “Negroes” in Evanston. Redmond, Sr. Lang. Lula B.

The first attempt was made in 1901 by J.B. A second attempt was made in 1921 through Laura B. Though both efforts may have been short-lived, at least 35 members were meeting regularly by 1922. The group met at the home of Mrs. Sherman at 1730 Dodge Avenue. In these early years, the group had met in a structure at Emerson and Dewey c1928, the Emerson Street YMCA c1933 and then at 2004 Emerson Stree

t c1935. At that time, the group had to disband and later reorganized into what became Sherman Methodist Church, named after Mrs. Sherman and incorporated as such on December 16, 1940. During the early 1960s, Sherman purchased a new building at 1044 Elmwood Avenue and later changed its name to Sherman United Methodist Church throughout its decades of growth. In 2002, the property located at 2214 Ridge Avenue was transferred to Sherman by the Northern Illinois Annual Conference. Historically, Sherman United Methodist Church is known as the only African American United Methodist congregation on the North Shore.

06/17/2026

Last week, we had the joy of celebrating our 2026 graduates! 🎓✨ To every graduate, we are so proud of you. "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." — Jeremiah 29:11. Go forth knowing you are loved, covered, and called. This community prays for you, believes in you, and cannot wait to see where God takes you next. Congratulations! 🙏🏾

06/17/2026

Fatherhood is more than a title, it's a calling. This Sunday, we'll celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, mentors, and father figures who guide, nurture, protect, and lead with faith. Join us as we reflect on "The Vocation of Fatherhood" and explore the sacred calling of fatherhood through God's love and purpose.

Whether you're a father, have been shaped by a father figure, or simply want to honor the men who have impacted your life, this message is for you. Bring your family and worship with us this Father's Day!

📍 Sherman United Methodist Church
⏰ Sunday, June 21st at 11:30 am

We set a goal to double our scholarship awards from 4 to 8 — and we did it! 🙌🏾 None of this would have been possible wit...
06/11/2026

We set a goal to double our scholarship awards from 4 to 8 — and we did it! 🙌🏾 None of this would have been possible without the generosity and support of our church family. Thank you for showing up and investing in the futures of our young people.

To our 2026 Scholarship Awardees — you are seen, you are celebrated, and you are covered in prayer. May God's hand guide every step of your journey ahead.

This is what the Body of Christ looks like in action.

"Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine…" — Ephesians 3:20

06/11/2026
06/10/2026

This Sunday we're gathering for Revival Sunday with a message called "Because." Because of God's grace. Because of God's love. Because God never stopped showing up for us. Come worship with your church family. We'll see you Sunday at 11:30 am! 🤍

06/06/2026

Graduate Celebration Sunday is tomorrow (6/7) and we are coming together to celebrate our Class of 2026, one year of the NCNW Evanston Chapter, AND Sis. Cydney Brown is bringing the Word. “We All Need Somebody to Lean On” We’ll see you at 11:30!

This Sunday, we celebrate more than one milestone. 🌟We are so proud to welcome the National Council of Negro Women — Eva...
06/04/2026

This Sunday, we celebrate more than one milestone. 🌟
We are so proud to welcome the National Council of Negro Women — Evanston Chapter to Lula B. Sherman UMC as they mark one year of showing up for the Evanston and North Shore community through sisterhood, service, advocacy, and impact.

Join us as we honor our 2026 graduates and lift up these phenomenal women who are building something lasting right here at home.

🎓 Graduate Celebration Sunday is HERE! Join the Lula B. Sherman Church family as we honor and celebrate our 2026 graduat...
06/04/2026

🎓 Graduate Celebration Sunday is HERE! Join the Lula B. Sherman Church family as we honor and celebrate our 2026 graduates! Come surround our scholars with love, prayer, and community as they step into their next chapter.
📅 Sunday, June 7, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM
📍 Lula B. Sherman United Methodist Church

05/29/2026

This Sunday, we're celebrating Juliet Chirowa as she steps into her next season, and she's leaving us with a powerful word to carry forward: Living in the Fellowship with the Trinity. A reminder that though seasons change, our communion with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit never does.

Come worship. Come celebrate. Come show up for her the way she's shown up for us. We're grateful for every seed sown. See you in the sanctuary!

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2214 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, IL
60201

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