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Hands and Hearts “All In” in Wake of Hurricanes

Hands and Hearts “All In” in Wake of Hurricanes

October 2017 Hurricanes Irma and Harvey left behind over $150 billion in damages this September and were quickly followed by Hurricane Maria, which devastated Puerto Rico. When looking at the devastation facing questions of where to start and how, like

Ann Ciaccio October 25, 2017June 11, 2021 Around the District Read more

More than Basketball: Uplifiting Each Other in Christ

More than Basketball: Uplifiting Each Other in Christ

Sports programs through St. Paul, Aurora provide young adults in the community an opportunity to hear about Jesus and build relationships with members of a local congregation.

Ann Ciaccio October 23, 2017November 2, 2017 Advancing His Kingdom Read more

Robert G. Popp Called to Glory

Robert G. Popp Called to Glory

Robert G. Popp, 81, of Crystal Lake, was called to glory, Tuesday, October 10, 2017, in Woodstock, Illinois.

Ann Ciaccio October 20, 2017October 20, 2017 Church Worker Updates Read more

Ukandu Says You Can Do Missions

Ukandu Says You Can Do Missions

Hundreds gather each summer for a one week mission trip serving various locations and people groups in Chicago while simultaneously experiencing bountiful personal growth

Ann Ciaccio October 20, 2017June 11, 2021 Advancing His Kingdom Read more

Rev. Dr. Juan Berndt Called to Glory

Rev. Dr. Juan Berndt Called to Glory

Rev. Juan G. Berndt, 92, was called to glory on Wednesday, October 18, 2017.

Ann Ciaccio October 19, 2017October 20, 2017 Church Worker Updates Read more

Bronze St. Martin of Tours for Buckman

Bronze St. Martin of Tours for Buckman

During church services the weekend of October 22, Pastor James Buckman will receive a prestigious award for his exceptional meritorious service as a military chaplain

Ann Ciaccio October 18, 2017June 11, 2021 Church Worker Updates Read more

Congregations Branch Out With Senior Living Center Opportunity

Congregations Branch Out With Senior Living Center Opportunity

Vacant space near sanctuaries provides unique opportunity to provide senior living centers in Hampshire and Rockton

Ann Ciaccio October 16, 2017June 11, 2021 Advancing His Kingdom Read more

Breaking Invisible Fences: Trinity, Galewood

Breaking Invisible Fences: Trinity, Galewood

Trinity, Galewood grows from a sanctuary with no people to the church the neighborhood wants and needs.

Ann Ciaccio October 12, 2017July 7, 2025 Advancing His Kingdom Read more

Presidium Nominations – 2018 Northern Illinois District Convention

Presidium Nominations – 2018 Northern Illinois District Convention

The Presidium nominations for the 59th Annual Convention of the Northern Illinois District LCMS are announced.

Ann Ciaccio October 7, 2017January 11, 2018 Around the District Read more

Rev. Walter Ledogar Called to Glory

Rev. Walter Ledogar Called to Glory

Rev. Walter Ledogar, Pastor Emeritus Christ Lutheran Church, Orland Park, Illinois, was called to glory on Wednesday, September 20, 2017.

Ann Ciaccio September 25, 2017 Church Worker Updates Read more
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