[2][3] In celebration of the 2018 Illinois Bicentennial, the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist was selected as one of the Illinois 200 Great Places [7] by the American Institute of Architects Illinois component (AIA Illinois). Illinois Conference of the United Church of Christ, we support the various mission initiatives of our denomination and participate in the efforts to share the Gospel of Christ in positive and constructive ways through the healing ministries and mission work of the Illinois Conference. We love doing it and it's why we exist! Please see posted hours below. Our live-stream worship service will remain available on Sunday mornings and you can access them here. God is inviting us to become a strong spiritual center and an inclusive community, to equip everyone for ministry and put faith into action, to glorify God. [5] A feature of the lower lobby is an acrylic painting on canvas entitled "Millenium Garden: Psalm 23, completed by Chicago artist Anne Farley Gaines in 2001. The Night Ministry, a Chicago nonprofit organization that provides basic resources, free healthcare, housing, and supportive services for youth in a welcoming and nonjudgmental environment. Learn More About Seventeenth Church This new sacred space enables us to worship regularly, to offer an exciting Sunday School program for our families, and to host a number of annual social gatherings and community events. We believe the goal of the church is to help people grow in their relationship with Jesus. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Built by Sumner Sollitt Construction Company of concrete in a circular design, the building has no windows in the interior amphitheater. The Japanese American Service Committee,every Wednesday a group of seniors gathers at Christ Church to socialize, to exercise their bodies and minds, to nurture a healthy relationship with their friends and families and to enjoy field trips and delicious meals. Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, built in 1968, is a modern style Christian Science church building located in The Loop at 55 East Wacker Drive, (at Wabash Avenue) in Chicago, Illinois in the United States. * Mochi Tsuki(Traditional Japanese New Years Celebration), If you or your children are interested in martial arts, you can take karate classes at Christ Church of Chicago. Thursdays 10 - 2 pm They can be found here. It was designed by noted Chicago-based architect Harry Weese, whose most famous work is the Washington Metro but who is remembered best as the architect who "shaped Chicagos skyline and the way the city thought about everything from the lakefront to its treasure-trove of historical buildings."[1]. Our live, in-person worship services are open to full capacity. [8], The church's interior amphitheater was the set for the Choosing Ceremony scene in the 2014 film Divergent. We still treasure our Japanese-American heritage, mostly through food, crafts, and annual church events, but when you look at our congregation on any given Sunday, we are a beautiful melting pot. We know it can be intimidating to visit a new church, but were glad that youve discovered Church of Christ Presbyterian! You are invited to join us for the Wednesday prayer meeting, July 13th at 6 pm CT. Click the image below to join our live stream at 10:45am, for our archived services visit Worship Together. [2] Outside light comes through a skylight at the top of the oculus in the center of the conical roof. * Udon & Baked Goods Sale Gradually, though, the members rediscovered their common purpose and enthusiasm and in 2000 purchased the present church home at 6047 N. Rockwell in West Rogers Park, the former St. Marks Lutheran Church. Click the PDF image or scan the QR Code to view/download the document. Join us every October in this effort to feed the world. 2022 by Sheldon Heights Church of Christ. Wednesdays closed Join us after the worship service on the front steps of the building for a treat! Connect with others through our upcoming classes and events. The Reading Room is open. The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago, Christ Church is a designated Red Cross shelter on Chicagos northwest side. However, by 1987, declining membership and a deteriorating building forced the congregation to sell the church building and move to temporary worship sites. This can be accomplished by: helping people to love God better, to love people better, to serve more faithfully, and to share Jesus more frequently with those around us. Deacons: Reginald L. Gilbert, Richard Hart, Lance S. Jones, DeWayne L. Mason, Kerry May, John Sanders & Theron J. Sherrod. Whenever disaster strikes and displaced people need a safe place to stay, The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago can count on Christ Churchs commitment to care for the least of Gods children. To attend by computer or phone FIND ACCESS INFO HERE. Pedestrian entrance to the building is via a bridge over a sunken garden, which Weese said "was for the benefit of the [subterranean] Sunday School, which didn't have any windows" but is lit through the garden by the light from the street level above. An invisible sound reinforcement system with 350 hidden microphones allows those in attendance at the Wednesday evening testimonial meetings to give testimonies without having to leave their seats. * Kodomo no Hi(Festival for Children) Click on the graphic for more information! Christ Church of Chicago had its beginnings in 1946 when a group of first-generation Japanese-Americans met to worship together after arriving in Chicago for the first time. LEARN HOW TO JOIN SUNDAY AND WEDNESDAY MEETINGS REMOTELY. Every person who walks through our doors (or visits our website) is important to us. The church's exterior was shown in the 2011 film Transformers: Dark of the Moon and the 2021 film Candyman. Do Unto Others As You Would Have Them Do Unto You, LEARN HOW TO JOIN SUNDAY AND WEDNESDAY MEETINGS REMOTELY, Are we really grateful for the good already received?. The subject of the readings being shared is Do Unto Others As You Would Have Them Do Unto You.. As a community of faith, we are deeply involved in the world making a difference through acts of kindness and solidarity. Christ Church of Chicago is committed to being a beacon of faith and hope in the world. All rights reserved. We believe that we are meant to explore Jesus together, not on our own. [3] The semicircular auditorium which seats 764 is designed so that no seat is more than 54 feet from the Readers' Platform, which is the focal point of all Christian Science church auditoriums. No registration is required but you will still be asked to do the day of self-screening questions before arrival. We are delighted with our new building! In-person Sunday worship services and Wednesday testimony meetings have resumed and are also broadcast for remote viewing. 
For more information on how to join our worship services online or attend in person click the buttons below! Connect with others through our upcoming classes and events. They had recently been released from theWorld War II Relocation Campsand they were seeking to strengthen ties with others in the Japanese-American community and to fill their spiritual needs. Worship Services Sunday Worship 10:30 am Youth, International Music Foundation We are a mostly Japanese-American congregation that has recently become more diverse. Join us on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. for our corporate worship service. Wednesdays @ 12:15pm in the main auditorium. Sunday School 10:30 am Masks are. Teriyaki chicken and New Years rice cakes, noodles and baked goods, performance and arts: the people of Christ Church celebrate year-round! It will take place online and in person on the Second Floor at Seventeenth Church, 55 East Wacker Drive. Receive emails directly in your inbox about upcoming worship services, events, and news. Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist in Chicago, Illinois looks forward to welcoming you at our worship services, events, and Christian Science Reading Room. It will take place online and in person on the Second Floor at Seventeenth Church, 55 East Wacker Drive. The subject of the readings being shared is Let There Be Peace.. The Christian Science Reading Room is open weekdays hours vary daily, see sidebar for details. We are a congregation that serves one another. You are invited to join us for the Wednesday prayer meeting, July 20th at 6 pm CT. The CROP WALK, we walk along with our neighbors and raise money to stop hunger in the world. The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago, Illinois Conference of the United Church of Christ. As a group of God's people we care about you and your family and we're here not only to feed you spiritually, but to help in any way we can. Christ Church of Chicago is an Open and Affirming Congregation of the United Church of Christ. We collect donations on the last Sunday of each month. Tuesday 12 - 3 pm [6] In 1996, Seventeenth Church received the 25 Year Award of the Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
Located in the heart of downtown along the Chicago River on the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive at 55 East Wacker Drive, our church building is open six days a week. Whether you're just having a look, or are searching out for a place to worship, we're delighted to have you here. |. Justin M. Carter, Assistant Minister, Assistant Ministers: Justin M. Carter, Eddie Lance,Will Smith & John T. Thomas, Elders: Charles A. Cathey Jr., Carl Davis, Leonardo D. Gilbert,Phillip R. Hampton & John T. Thomas. Christian Science Reading Room Joyful Saturday evenings of food, fun and fellowship! The church was a busy gathering place for three generations of Japanese-Americans. Youll notice, These groups gather weekly in local neighborhood homes and allow, 2022 Christ Church Chicago. On behalf of SHCC, we want to take a moment to extend a very warm welcome to everyone who's visiting us for the first time. We know that God has a plan for us as an active, vibrant, and forward-looking congregation: to openly welcome new members, reach out to the community, share our gifts generously, teach our young people, and strengthen our individual and communal relationships with God. Events Our new church home has also encouraged us to look outward to the surrounding community.The Welcome mat is out!We are gradually and happily becoming a multicultural and multiracial church. Ravenswood Community Services, every month Christ Church donates non-perishable food items to Ravenswood Community Services at All Saints Episcopal Church. Whether this is your first time going to a church, youre just visiting, or youre looking for a new church to call home, we look forward to having you join us for worship. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. Oakwood Beach at 6:30 p.m., Monday nights; any skill level welcome, We meet at 10:30 a.m. for corporate worship. ReadThe Passage, our monthly newsletter, for a detailed calendar of events.(This is a PDF file that requires freeAcrobat Readersoftware.). [4] Off street parking is provided by a subterranean parking garage. Mondays 11 - 4 pm If you would like to volunteer with the Red Cross, please contact them today. View the upcoming program calendar on the International Music Foundations website. For more information visit their website at Chicago Kitoh Shotokan. The subject of the readings being shared is Divine Love is My Shepherd., You are invited to join us for the Wednesday prayer meeting, July 6th at 6 pm CT. Bro. It will take place online and in person on the Second Floor at Seventeenth Church, 55 East Wacker Drive. * Akimatsuri(Autumn Food Festival) A Just Harvest, a Chicago nonprofit organization that provides nutritious meals daily while cultivating community and economic development. Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts Join us for Live or Online Worship every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. We believe that we are meant to explore Jesus together, not on our own. There's a group for everyone! Tomadachi (friendship in Japanese) is a program sponsored by JASC and supported by Christ Church of Chicago. Chicago Kitoh Shotokan offers classes for children and adults on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Fridays 11 - 3 pm We have a lot planned this summerjoin us! [8][9][10], "Harry Weese, Visionary Architect Known as 'Chicago's Conscience', "25 Year Award: Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist", "-Invisible- Sound Reinforcement with 350 Microphones", "The proud history of architecture in Illinois", "Real Estate And Religion: The Tale Of Seventeenth Church Of Christ, Scientist | WBEZ", Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, Chicago website, Art Institute of Chicago interview with Harry Mohr Weese (1915-1998) March 4 through March 24, 1988, WBEZ's Curious City "Real Estate and Religion: Chicago's Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist", Society of Architectural Historians SAH ARCHIPEDIA entry on the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, The Varied Lives and Architecture of Chicago's Christian Science Churches, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Seventeenth_Church_of_Christ,_Scientist&oldid=1047577976, 20th-century Christian Science church buildings, Short description is different from Wikidata, Infobox mapframe without OSM relation ID on Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 1 October 2021, at 14:19. Saturdays/Sundays closed. if you would like to find out more about this program, contact JASC.