This Week in Our Church
Saturday, August 17:
Tours--Free tours of the Sanctuary are given from 11am-3pm
Sunday, August 18:
Present Word Bible Study--Church Library 9:30am
Second Book Group--2nd Floor Office 9:30am (discussing the book Why Religion? A Personal Story by Elaine Pagels)
Worship--Sanctuary 11am (Guest preacher Rev. Rich Havard of the Inclusive Collective and South Loop Community Table)
Coffee Hour--Fellowship Hall 12:15pm
Tuesday, August 20:
Barbara's Basement--Downstairs 10am-1pm
Wednesday, August 21:
Tours--Free tours of the Sanctuary are given 1pm-3pm
Thursday, August 22:
South Loop Farmers Market--Parking Lot 4pm-8pm
Tai Chi--Fellowship Hall 6pm $10/person (click link for more information www.herbsmed.org)
Upcoming
Open Mic Night: Our next Open Mic Night will be Friday, September 27th at 7pm. All are welcome to come and perform. We are asking for a $5 suggested donation at the door and we will have popcorn, water, soda, and beer available! For more information, please contact Pastoral Assistant Leslie Deslauriers at studentpastorleslie@gmail.com
South Loop Community Table: The South Loop Community Table, brought to you by South Loop Campus Ministries and The Inclusive Collective, will resume on Sunday, September 8th at 7pm. Please enter through the parking lot doors. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Pastoral Assistant Leslie Deslauriers at studentpastorleslie@gmail.com
Worship
When you worship with us at Second Presbyterian Church, you will immediately be drawn by the outstanding architecture and artistry of this City, State, and National Historic Landmark location. Our sanctuary features nine Tiffany Stained Glass Windows and 175 angels depicted in statues, carvings, glass, and murals. We are a PC(USA) church rooted in the Presbyterian tradition, however our congregation is anything but traditional. We are proud to be a beautiful representation of God's Kingdom in the make-up of our congregants every Sunday. We have folks from every corner of the earth worshiping together each Sunday morning and we have formed a community of support, love, and care for anyone who walks in our doors. Whether you are new to Christianity or have been a life-long Christian, all are welcome and will feel comfortable worshiping with us. We look forward to meeting you and sharing in God's glory with you!
Serve
We have multiple volunteer opportunities weekly at Second Presbyterian Church.
Lunch Bag Program: We are always looking for volunteers Tuesday-Friday from 10am-1:15pm to help serve our neighbors that are either homeless or living with food insecurity. We serve a free lunch bag to anyone in need. This volunteer opportunity is a great way to serve those in need and connect with others living in the South Loop Community. For more information, please contact Vicki Reynolds at vickireynolds24@gmail.com
Tutoring: At Second Presbyterian Church, we tutor around 35 children and youth (3rd grade-8th grade) on Wednesday evenings (6pm-7:30pm) from September-mid June. If you are interested in helping with our tutoring program, please contact Pastor Neff at pastor.secondchurch1936@comcast.net
Teach: Our Christian Education Hour is one of our most amazing programs and we are always seeking adults who have a passion for Christ and a passion for teaching to engage our children and youth. If you are interested in helping serve as a teacher, a substitute, or an aide, please contact Pastor Neff at pastor.secondchurch1936@comcast.net
Weddings: Second Presbyterian Church offers beautiful weddings in our National, State, and City Historic Landmark location. For any wedding to be successful, we need individuals who have a passion for making this day memorable and joyful for the wedding party. If you would like more information, please contact our Wedding Coordinator Barbara Crawford at spcweddingschicago@gmail.com
South Loop Farmers Market: We are looking for individuals to help with set-up, tear-down, and to meet and greet at our Second Presbyterian Church table. The Farmers Market runs every Thursday June 6-September 26 from 4pm-8pm. If you are interested in helping once or long-term, please contact Vicki Reynolds at vickireynolds24@gmail.com
Chicago Food Depository Walk: Second Presbyterian Church is participating in the Chicago Food Depository Hunger Walk on September 7th. The 2 mile walk in Jackson Park begins at 8:30 a.m. and will end by 11:30 a.m. At least 15 people must sign up as registered walkers under the Second Presbyterian Church team in order for the Lunch Bag Program to receive $12 in agency credits per team member. In addition, if we raise $500 or more, the Lunch Bag Program will receive a $100 match. Please sign up to join us by entering the following link in your computer browser: www.chicagofoodbank.org/hungerwalkagencies. Please follow these steps:
- Click on “Register” then “Join a Team.”
- Search for Second Presbyterian Church and enter your information.
The deadline for registering is August 27th. If you are unavailable or unable to walk, you may donate online or by writing a check payable to the Greater Chicago Food Depository and “Hunger Walk” in the memo line. Contact Vicki Reynolds at (312) 203-4933 with questions or to be signed up with the team. Please JOIN US!
Study
Second Presbyterian Church is committed to making disciples of all ages. We offer multiple Christian Education classes weekly for all age groups.
Present Word: This adult Christian Education class meets weekly on Sunday mornings at 9:30am in the Church Library. Study materials are provided each quarter and all are welcome.
Book of Acts: Join Rev. Tolliver for an in-depth study on the Book of Acts each Tuesday afternoon at 1:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. The new session begins on Tuesday, September 3rd. Only your Bible is needed!
Alpha to Omega Bible Discussion Group: This group is committed to going through the Bible, one book at a time and discussing key themes. They meet twice/month on the second and fourth Wednesdays at 6pm in the 2nd Floor office. All are welcome to participate. For more information, please contact Flea Parker at flea@golden2.net
Second Book Group: The August 18 book will be Why Religion? A Personal Story by Elaine Pagels. Sept 15: Stony the Road: Reconstruction, White Supremacy & the Rise of Jim Crow, by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.; October 20: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens; November 17: Ghengis Khan and the Making of the Modern World by J. McIver Weatherford. Book Group discussions are at 9:30am in the 2nd Floor Office and are open to all!
Biblical Foundations: This class is meant for children kindergarten-5th grade and meets every Sunday morning (September-June) in the middle classroom (behind the kitchen) at 9:45am. The lessons are meant to build a Biblical foundation for children and youth beginning at an early age.
Confirmation Class: A new confirmation class for grades 6 and above will meet the on the first and third Sunday of each month starting August 4th at 12:15 p.m. Join us on this journey to discover, nurture and develop your faith. For more information and a registration form, please contact Eugene Leonard or call the church office.
Post-Confirmation Class: This class meets Sunday mornings also in the North Parlor (September-June) at 10am and is designed to continue laying the Spiritual foundation for our youth once they have joined the church.
Other: Periodically we study series that meet during the week or even on Sunday afternoons. As these series are planned, they will be added to this section. Past studies include: Women of the Bible, The Book of Confessions Study, Loving Ourselves and Loving Our Neighbors: A Lenten Journey, Christianity and Poverty, and Christianity and Healthcare.
Who is Second Presbyterian Church?
We are diverse, inclusive, community, engaging, passionate.
Mission Statement
We are a diverse and inclusive community bringing people to Christ through the power of service, education, hospitality, and compassion.
Vision Statement
Second Presbyterian Church seeks to be a diverse, vibrant and passionate Christ-centered community of hospitality and outreach actively serving the South Loop, the city of Chicago, and the world. We accomplish this through inspirational worship in our historic Sanctuary, educational ministry to all ages, and the power of compassionate service to our neighbors.
Sunday Parking
The parking lot adjacent to the north side of the church is available for parking for Sunday worship. We encourage those whose mobility permits to park on the city streets so as to leave parking lot space for those with more limited mobility. Street parking is FREE every Sunday. Please contact Office Administrator, Ashley McLean, for more information.
Statement on Same Sex Marriage
For many years, Second Presbyterian Church has offered same-sex marriage as part of our ministry to the church and the greater Chicagoland community. You and your partner will find an inclusive, warm fellowship of diverse spiritual people at Second Presbyterian Church. If you are looking for a place to be married, or a people who believe in the full dignity, beauty and equality of all God’s children, welcome home.