Messiah Park Ridge

10/01/2026

This week, Pastor Aneel participated in the groundbreaking for ALGH's new comprehensive cancer center right across the street from Messiah. We're excited for the compassionate care this will bring to our community!

09/30/2026

Today was our annual stuffed animal blessing in chapel, and big Doug was ready to welcome the kids. These blessings are an opportunity for the kids to hear a direct, personal proclamation of God's love for them, and for all of creation.

May God bless *this* sign of love to you -- and may it always be a reminder of God's great love and care for you.

09/03/2026

David and Julie Luck Jensen will be honored by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois with the True Friend Award during the 45th annual True Friend Celebration on Oct. 3. The award is given in recognit...

08/27/2026

Introducing Habakkuk the red-tailed hawk, seen at Messiah this week.

06/29/2026

Park at Messiah for Park Ridge's July 3rd fireworks show. $25 donation - spots are going fast!

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05/24/2026

Join us today as we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit. In-person on online, starting at 10:15 am.
https://www.youtube.com/live/K_zJw1lliJ4?si=QKseXkIiLf0wErN-

04/04/2026

Maundy Thursday looked a little different this year at Messiah. Thanks to everyone who helped make our first Family Dinner Chapel such a meaningful and fun event! Messiah Lutheran Child Care Center

02/16/2026

02/03/2026

Candlelight Vigil tomorrow (Weds. 2/4) at 6pm on the steps of Park Ridge Community Church for Alex Pretti, Renee Nicole Good, and all the others killed by immigration enforcement.

The Vigil is hosted by Action Ridge and Park Ridge Community Church, and supported by many of the clergy in the Park Ridge Ministerial Association, including Pastor Aneel.

01/31/2026

Messiah members: please be there tomorrow (2/1) for our annual meeting.