Jul
26

Chicago Disability Pride Parade

Pilgrim’s Accessibility To All (A2A) Committee invites you to join us at the 2025 Disabilty Pride Parade in the Loop. We will gather in Oak Park at noon, ride the L downtown, and watch the parade as it marches down Dearborn Avenue to Daley Plaza. After the parade, there will be a program in Daley Plaza, as well as informational booths and exhibits. This annual event showcases the many ways in which people with disabilities are accessing what they need in order to participate in and contribute to our community.

Please contact Jane Barabe or Debbie Kent for more information or to let them know you’re going.

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Jul
27

Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Janet MacLean will be leading worship and preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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Jul
20

Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Colin Knapp will be leading worship and preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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Jul
19

Pilgrim Annual Planning Meeting

Join us for our annual summer planning meeting from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m.  We will be reviewing our work so far in becoming an antiracist congregation. We will also be looking at ways to broaden our circle even more as we seek to truly welcome all.

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Jul
18

Pilgrim Women’s Book Club

Our next book will be Tom Lake, by Ann Patchett, led by Joan Petertil, hosted by Debbie Kent at (930 S. Home Ave., Oak Park, IL). As usual, the books are at the Oak Park main library (corner of Lake and Grove) and can be checked out by anyone with a library card from anywhere. I've requested that a few large print copies be on hold for our group. Audiobook and ebook versions are available from both Hoopla and Libby (although the Libby ebook copy is currently checked out).

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Jul
13

Adult Christian Education

Topic: “A Walk in the Garden: Gratitude and Grief Circle” 
Presenter: Rev. David Loofbourrow (sponsored by MCE and Deacons)
Description: We all carry residual regrets, guilt, and sadness from past generations. This conversation circle offers a time to support one another as we explore and release our inherited grief to find a new path. You are invited to share an experience or family story as we surround each other with supporting tears, laughter, and joy. Participants are encouraged to bring a picture or artifact that might illustrate your sharing.

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Jul
13

Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Jermaine Pearson will be leading worship and Jenny Burney preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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Jul
6

Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Colin Knapp will be leading worship and preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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Jun
29

Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Colin Knapp will be leading worship and preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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Jun
28

Pilgrim Power Hour

Join us for Saturday Morning Pilgrim Power Hour, every Saturday 9:30-10:15 in June during the Farmers Market. The theme is BUGS. Free secular stories, movement, music and crafts for ages 2-10. No RSVP needed just drop in! For more information contact Maureen Deahl at, maureen,deahl@pilgrimoakpark.org.

Power Hour will take a break in July and then continue on Saturdays in August and September. Watch for more on the upcoming themes!

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Jun
28

Men’s Breakfast

The next Men's Breakfast will be at Michael Horton's house. RSVP to Michael at mhorton71@gmail.com. Please bring yourself and a dish to share, hope to see you there! 

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Jun
27

Pilgrim Book Club

Women’s Book Club will be reading Driftless, by David Rhodes, with discussion led by, Debbie Kent. Gloria Cox will be hosting. Books are available for checkout at the Oak Park Public Library Main Branch.

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Jun
22

Immigrant/Refugee Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Colin Knapp will be leading worship and preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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Jun
21

Pilgrim Power Hour

Join us for Saturday Morning Pilgrim Power Hour, every Saturday 9:30-10:15 in June during the Farmers Market. The theme is BUGS. Free secular stories, movement, music and crafts for ages 2-10. No RSVP needed just drop in! For more information contact Maureen Deahl at, maureen,deahl@pilgrimoakpark.org.

Power Hour will take a break in July and then continue on Saturdays in August and September. Watch for more on the upcoming themes!

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Jun
14

All Pilgrim’s Wine and Cheese Gathering

Join us for an All Pilgrim’s Wine and Cheese gathering at Pilgrim Church. We will gather on the front lawn, weather permitting, or in the Parlor. RSVP to Pilgrim at office@pilgrimoakpark.org if you plan on attending. Bring your favorite appetizer, wine or non-alcoholic drink to share. Also bring your lawn chair.

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Jun
14

Pilgrim Power Hour

Join us for Saturday Morning Pilgrim Power Hour, every Saturday 9:30-10:15 in June during the Farmers Market. The theme is BUGS. Free secular stories, movement, music and crafts for ages 2-10. No RSVP needed just drop in! For more information contact Maureen Deahl at, maureen,deahl@pilgrimoakpark.org.

Power Hour will take a break in July and then continue on Saturdays in August and September. Watch for more on the upcoming themes!

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Jun
8

Adult Christian Education

Topic: “The Road to General Synod 35” 
Presenters: Rev. Gloria Cox and Joycelin Fowler
Description: Our delegates will present the important issues coming before this year’s General Synod and the resolutions that we will be voting on. Plan in attending this session to keep up with what’s happening in our denomination.

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Jun
7

Pilgrim Power Hour

Join us for Saturday Morning Pilgrim Power Hour, every Saturday 9:30-10:15 in June during the Farmers Market. The theme is BUGS. Free secular stories, movement, music and crafts for ages 2-10. No RSVP needed just drop in! For more information contact Maureen Deahl at, maureen,deahl@pilgrimoakpark.org.

Power Hour will take a break in July and then continue on Saturdays in August and September. Watch for more on the upcoming themes!

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Jun
1

Adult Christian Education

Topic: “Beyond Stonewall,” an interactive multimedia exhibit of LGBTQ history
Presenter: LGBTQ+ Ministry
Description: For Pilgrim Pride Sunday, in lieu of a speaker, the LGBTQ+ team will offer a self-guided multimedia installation. This exhibit will be launched on June 1 at 10:00 am and be available for viewing throughout the month.

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May
31

Women’s Breakfast

Pilgrim’s Women’s Breakfast will be hosted by Maureen Deahl. If you plan on attending, let Maureen know by emailing maureen.deahl@pilgrimoakpark.com. Bring your favorite dish or beverage to share.

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May
25

Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Colin Knapp will be leading worship and preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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May
18

Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Colin Knapp will be leading worship and preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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May
18

Adult Christian Education

Topic: “Life After Incarceration Pt. 2”
Presenter: Bruce Cox
Description: It is estimated that 95% of the people who enter incarceration will be released at some point. Some will be released after a short sentence and some after much longer sentences. The question is, what does their life look like after their release? Have they paid their "debt to society" and will they be given another chance or will they serve a permanent sentence for the rest of their lives? Let's unpack this dilemma and our own attitudes.

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May
16

Pilgrim Book Group

The Women’s Book Club will be reading The Diamond Eye, by Kate Quinn, led by Margie McKenzie. Books (including some large print copies) have arrived at the Oak Park Library (main branch) and are available for check out. We will be meeting at Joycelin Fowler home, hosted by Margie.

New folks are always welcome! If any Pilgrim women or non-binary people would like to join the book club, and aren’t on the email list, please email Karen Van Meter at karenvanmeter433@gmail.com.

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May
11

Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for worship at 10:30 am. Rev. Colin Knapp will be leading worship and Rev. Gloria Cox preaching from the biblical text. In worship we celebrate our relationship with God, we strengthen our relationship with one another, and we explore what it means to put our faith into action. Come as you are.

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May
11

Adult Christian Education

Topic: “Immigration Ministry at Pilgrim”
Presenter: Immigration Group
Description: Review Pilgrim's work with refugees and immigrants over its history and, more recently, in the last 7-8 years, as the backdrop for a discussion about where the congregation thinks we should focus in this ministry in the coming period.

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May
10

Lux CAntorum Chicago Concert

Lux Cantorum Chicago Presents: Gospel Extravaganza!

We celebrate the rich heritage of gospel music with powerful vocals, soulful melodies, inspirational messages, call & response, clapping, stomping, and enthusiastic rhythms. Our tribute to gospel music welcomes a spiritual experience with a wide range of gospel music styles, and celebrates a faith and culture that is enriching and entertaining! Featuring works by Robert Ray, CeCe Winans, Mark Hayes, M. Roger Holland II, and more.

For more details and to purchase your ticket visit www.luxcantorum.org.

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