What Is Joy:Fully Lutheran?

We take time to pause and reflect upon what it is to be Joy:fully Lutheran. In this space, Pastor Angel Morales will share what it means to him to be Joy:fully Lutheran.

From Schoolhouse to Community Garden

In 2015, members of Immanuel, Hillside were eager to begin a program which would preserve their congregation’s history and land while serving as a helpful tool to connect the community, grow relationships and nutritious food, and, most importantly, to share the Gospel.

How Lilies Grow

Five years ago, a group of clergy, community members, and the mayor of Skokie gathered around a table with a common mission: “we have this space [in the old school building at St. Paul, Skokie]. How can we use it for good in the community?” Over 100,000 residents from countries and cultures around the world […]

Faith Language

In March 2014, a community of believers from Good Shepherd, Elgin and other congregations gathered, with hearts moved by the Holy Spirit, to provide a service which would serve their community. As Lutherans in Elgin looked into their neighborhood, saw how it was changing, and, likewise, identified needs and tools with which they were already […]