Youth In Action: Random Acts of Kindness

Immanuel, Batavia’s youth are ‘on mission’ in their community.
More than Just Baseball or Softball Skills

Rev. Warren Schilf wanted to create a camp where children could enjoy baseball and softball as they learn basic skills in a fun, creative and Christian environment
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.
Rev. Dr. Thomas Johnson to Serve Ethnic Ministries Development in the Northern Illinois District

“To me it means the privilege of our participating in what Jesus is already doing to usher in his Kingdom.” Rev. Dr. Thomas Johnson
Immanuel, Palatine Celebrates 150th Anniversary

On March 3, 2019, Immanuel, Palatine celebrated their 150th anniversary. They have been caring for the spiritual needs of the Palatine community since 1869.
Technology – Connecting the Generations

Technology is developing relationships between two generations at at Hope Lutheran Church in Shorewood.
Biblical Greek is Not Just for Pastors

Over 50 people from a dozen NID congregations gathered at Faith, Oak Lawn to learn a bit of biblical Greek.
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 […]