Open Table UCC Ottawa

Open Table UCC Ottawa Open Table UCC is a progressive voice in the Illinois Valley welcoming all. Worship with us Sundays at 10 am.

Open Table United Church of Christ is an open table where all are welcome. We celebrate diversity, nourish and serve others, work for justice, and grow together in faith through the teachings of Jesus Christ and voice of the still-speaking God. We are an Open and Affirming congregation which believes Christ came into the world to be God's example of unconditional love for all people. Following thi

s example, we celebrate the diversity of humankind. Persons of all races, ethnicities, faith backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, physical and intellectual abilities, economic and social status, marital standing and family structures are welcome to fully participate in the life, membership, and leadership of Open Table United Church of Christ.

06/02/2026
06/01/2026

Message 5-31-26

Free meal THIS Sunday, May 31, all are welcome!
05/29/2026

Free meal THIS Sunday, May 31, all are welcome!

FREE MEAL - SUNDAY, MAY 31st!!!

Sunday worship begins at 10 am, Facebook Live will also be available. Order of worship:
05/29/2026

Sunday worship begins at 10 am, Facebook Live will also be available.
Order of worship:

Baylor University students offer an alternative vision to Turning Point. (Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush is great-grand...
05/28/2026

Baylor University students offer an alternative vision to Turning Point. (Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush is great-grandson both to Supreme Court Justice Louis D. Brandeis and to theologian and pioneer of the Social Gospel Rev. Walter Rauschenbusch; he is an ordained Baptist minister and married to writer Brad Gooch.)

Read Interfaith Alliance President and CEO Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush’s remarks as he made history as one of the first two LGBTQ advocates to speak at a Baylor University sanctioned event

Some good news in these cruel times for trans youth:
05/28/2026

Some good news in these cruel times for trans youth:

“The State has identified no concern about the safety of this care provided in Kansas during these past 11 years.” A district court judge in Kansas granted a preliminary injunction...

05/27/2026

Stronger Together in the Journey of Recovery 🧡
We believe healing happens best in community—and we’re grateful to see that lived out through the Celebrate Recovery® program at Crossbridge Community Church in Ottawa.

This Christ-centered program is creating a safe, welcoming space for individuals to find hope, grow in faith, and walk through healing alongside others. Through worship, teaching, and open share groups, lives are being restored one step at a time. We’re proud to support and uplift the incredible work happening at Crossbridge and the impact it is making in our community.

If you or someone you love is looking for encouragement and connection, this is a powerful place to start.

Join them: Crossbridge Community Church - 4161 Columbus St, Building 412 - Ottawa
Tuesdays - 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM - (815) 434-3794

05/27/2026

FREE CLOTHING GIVEAWAY – THIS FRIDAY! 👕👟
Don’t miss this! We’re opening our doors to share a huge selection of clothing with the community—completely FREE.

📅 Friday, May 29th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Arukah Institute of Healing – 4211 Columbus Street (in the old Farm Bureau building)
Browse and take what you need:
Men’s & women’s clothing
Jackets
Shoes
Socks & underwear
Good to know:
First come, first served
One-time entry
Please take what you can reasonably carry
No price tags here—everything is free. Monetary donations are welcome but totally optional.
We can’t provide an exact item list, so come early and see what you find!
👉 Come early, bring a bag, and don’t miss out!

Address

910 Columbus Street
Ottawa, IL
61350

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
Tuesday 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
Friday 9am - 1pm
Sunday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+18154330771

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