Wesley United Methodist Church Christmas Eve worship
Luli Smith, foreground and Inti Smith, background, light candles to conclude Christmas Eve worship at Wesley United Methodist Church.
Aurora’s first community Steeple Walk
Reverend Brandon Perrine, third from left, senior minister at New England Congregational Church, Aurora, leads hikers December 21 from Wesley United Methodist in a first community “Steeple Walk.”
Helpers make sandwiches for Aurora’s Community Fridge Project
Sarah Swanson of Aurora, right, hands reverend Tammy Scott sandwiches for Aurora’s Community Fridge Project.
29th annual Cookie Walk at Plano Methodist Church
Shoppers select from the variety of cookies at the 29th annual Cookie Walk at the Plano Methodist Church December 13.
Sixty nativity sets from around the world
In a 21st annual display, 60 nativity sets from around the world were exhibited December 5, at Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist in Oswego. Nativity scenes were placed on boards on pews in the church sanctuary by Good Shepherd congregants Pam and Bob Dodson, Jr., of Oswego. Included
Live nativity at Faith Lutheran Dec. 13
The story of Christmas will come alive at Faith Lutheran Church, 3000 Liberty St., Aurora, when the church hosts its annual outdoor live nativity at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. Pastor Rob Douglas said the performance will feature a large cast,
Wesley Methodist lights the Advent wreath candle
Hannah Scott of Oswego, center, lights an Advent wreath candle November 30 to open the holy season at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Diverse faiths celebrate Thanksgiving season
Celebrating the Thanksgiving season, Christians, Jews, Muslims, and other faith groups gathered at an annual interfaith worship service Sunday, Nov. 23. Our Savior Lutheran Church hosted the afternoon “Thanksgiving Celebration of Music and Friendship.” InterFaith Aurora, an ecumenical group, sponsored the event that featured messages and songs from diverse area
Plano Methodist Sunday school craft
Plano Methodist Sunday School Children pose with their place Thanksgiving place mats they made recently.
Aurora church erects ofrenda
All Saints Sunday at New England Congregational Church in Aurora looked a little different November. 2.In addition to the tradition of reading names of reading names and ringing a bell for passed loved ones, a Dia de los Muertos altar, called an ofrenda, was built. Congregants were invited to display
Saint Athanasios Greek Church in Aurora celebrates 60
Hundreds of joy-filled parishioners representing the Saint Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church Family gathered for its Gala to enthusiastically celebrate its 60th Anniversary of existence in Aurora October 19, at the Stonebridge Country Club. His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago reflected on the unique loving dynamics, impactful outreach and growth Saint
Quilts and Kits celebration at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
One-hundred and four handmade quilts drape pews Sunday at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora. In an annual Quilts and Kits celebration, clergy blessed quilts, 166 personal-care kits and 37 baby-care kits bound for Luther World Relief distribution worldwide.
Blessing canines at St. Mark’s in Aurora
Dogs received special blessings, and treats, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora Sunday, Sept. 27. The church held an annual pet blessing of a dozen canines outdoors on the church playground after morning worship. Pastor Krista Zimmerman and Deacon David Webb teamed up to bestow blessings. Pastor Zimmerman said,
Geneva animals blessing October 5
Pets aren’t just animals that live in your home. They’re sources of comfort. Devoted friends. Family. Sunday, Oct. 5, from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m., on the Kane County Courthouse, 100 S 3rd Street, Geneva, lawn in downtown Geneva will be filled with wagging tails, curious eyes, and the cheerful
Auroran Herb John named Wesley Society Fellow
Herb John of Aurora has been named a Society of John Wesley Fellow. Methodist men coordinator at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, John was honored Saturday, Sept. 13. His induction ceremony took place at the UMC Northern Illinois Conference United Methodist Men Spiritual Congress. Attended by 60 men, the
New England Congregational Church community fall festival
New England Congregational Church lead pastor reverend Brandon Perrine, left, delivers a balloon sculpture to a boy at the Aurora church’s community fall festival September 7.
Aurora Wesley United Methodist Church blesses backpacks
Aurora Wesley United Methodist Church lead pastor Tammy Scott, background second from left, leads a backpack blessing celebration Sunday, Aug. 17.
Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Good Council new officers
Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Good Council #14929 installs new officers recently.
Blessing of the backpacks at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora
Pastor Krista Zimmerman, center, gives out “You Got This” backpack tags August 9 during a blessing of the backpacks at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora.
Geneva church celebrates Appalachian Service Project
Celebrating Appalachian Service Project (ASP) August 10, United Methodist Church of Geneva devoted its August 10 worship service to spotlighting its volunteers. The celebration featured music, a photo slideshow, and reflections by volunteers. In a 42nd annual ASP, 30 GUMC volunteers, 22 youth and eight adults, spent July 19-25 rehabbing