Evangelical United Church of Christ

06/14/2026

06/12/2026

We may not feel like we have much to offer, especially when life feels busy or resources feel tight. But Jesus reminds us that what we’ve already been given is enough to share.
A kind word.
A listening ear.
An invitation.
A moment of compassion. These are small things, but they become part of something much bigger. Join us this Sunday at 9 am for worship.

06/10/2026

EvUCC’s Stewardship & Mission Board is inviting YOU to help collect the supplies needed to compile 12 Disaster Clean Up Buckets for Church World Service. Envelopes are available in the Narthex for monetary donations to secure the items needed to fill these buckets. The Board will purchase all supplies and plan for packing once this mission is funded. If you’d like to give online click on the link here: https://secure.myvanco.com/L-Z21D/campaign/C-16DVJ

06/05/2026

That’s a wrap on EvUCC VBS Rainforest Falls! What an unforgettable week we’ve had exploring God’s love deep in the heart of the rainforest! From singing and dancing to crafts, games, and laughter, the kids discovered that God’s love flows always and everywhere!
We are so grateful for every child who joined us, every volunteer who shared their time and heart, and every family who made this week so special. Big shout out to Elaine Fenton, Grace Fenton and Jenna Fenton for pulling us all together and leading us this week! You helped turn Rainforest Falls into a place full of joy, friendship, and faith.

06/04/2026

Today we explored the powerful truth that God is love. During our lesson, Pastor Bill shared a beautiful object lesson by spraying water on a simple paper cross, revealing vibrant colors. Just like that cross, God’s love covers everything, bringing beauty, hope, and new life through Jesus. And the fun kept flowing! The kids splashed, laughed, and slid their way through the morning full of joy and unforgettable memories playing water fun games. We also enjoyed some sweet, refreshing, colorful treats. Thank you to Tropical Snow for rolling in with the snow cone truck and keeping everyone cool! So grateful for days like this, our volunteers, and all the kids & families who came together today.

06/04/2026

🌴 VBS Adventure Alert! It's going to be a wet and wild one today! Yesterday, our friends experienced jungle paths to waterfall hideouts and learned about David’s journey as he fled from Saul. Discovering that God is our safe place! What a fun-filled day!

06/03/2026

If you’re interested in learning about the next steps to open your home to this youth or another one of the nearly 16,000 youth in foster care in Illinois, email: [email protected]

🚨🚨🚨 By God’s design, the little years are a critical season of leaning into the safety of your parents as you navigate this big and sometimes scary world around you.

These years are full of laughter, play, and joy…and big emotions as a little person with a brain that is still forming tries to express themselves and make their needs known. This, while a hard season for many of us to parent through, is good and right and by design.

But what if in the middle of that, the caregiver meant to provide you with that safety simply can’t? Their addiction and their tendency toward being in unhealthy relationships leaves you feeling alone and scared—when this big scary world isn’t something just happening out there, but in your own home too?

If this is your story, then your brain will likely know feelings of fear more than safety. Dysregulation, more than regulation. And your already struggling 5 year old brain is likely to experience some BIG feelings that you’ll likely pass on to those around you.

But here at the Restore Network, we know that all behavior is communication. And we understand what this little girl is telling us. Help me feel safe. Help me learn calm. Help me connect to a safe adult.

We are currently looking for a foster home for a 5 year old little girl as she needs to move from her current foster home due to the caregivers being unable to meet her needs. The goal on this case is likely moving to adoption, so a forever adoptive home is likely needed for her.

Real Kids, Right Now, Who Need Us: Please pray. Please share this need. Please consider your role.

*Photo not of actual youth.

06/03/2026

The EvUCC Women’s Guild had a wonderful time yesterday afternoon at Cedarhurst playing Bingo, sipping on root beer and orange floats, and sharing plenty of laughs together.

All women of EvUCC are welcome to join us anytime, for any event! We meet at the church on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00 pm. The Women’s Guild gathers regularly to plan outings, enjoy fellowship, and have fun together.

Interested in joining or helping plan a future event? We’d love to hear from you! Contact the church office at [email protected]