Chicago Presbytery took action in 2019 to become a Matthew 25 Presbytery — one of 93 presbyteries in the PC(USA) to do so. We are working to dismantle systemic poverty, dismantle structural racism, and build up congregational vitality.
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Africa Day Celebration by Ghanaian Presbyterian Fellowship
📸 shared by Rev. James Acquaah
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
McCormick Presbyterian Theological Seminary and hybrid on Zoom
There`s still time to register for Tuesday`s gathering! You won`t want a miss the chance to see @mccormickseminary`s new home on the Catholic Theological Union Campus, hear a greeting from seminary president Rev. Dr. Maisha Hardy, and hear the Word proclaimed by Rev. Nannette Dixon. Plus - it`s Mardi Gras! As we go about the business of the presbytery, prepare to receive beads and share in the festivities with one another. Moderator Lawrence Brown says: "Songs, Music, Party (just a little), fellowship, and food is what we will experience on this day."
Last week, Julio Peña hosted the second gathering of starters and discerners for new worshipping communities in the presbytery office.
Today`s the day! Presbytery staff are on the road at MOTW in Lombard. Join us for a coffee break and a chance to connect with others throughout the presbytery — pastors, church staff, members... all are welcome!
Monday, February 9 @ 10 AM - 2 PM
MOTW Coffee; 109 S Main Street, Lombard
Monday, February 9 @ 10 AM - 2 PM
MOTW Coffee; 109 S Main Street, Lombard
Join us for coffee shop office hours on Monday! These are relaxed, drop-in gatherings — no agenda, no program — just coffee, whatever you`d like to talk about, and the chance to connect with one another.
Everyone in the Presbytery of Chicago is invited: pastors, church staff, congregation members, and anyone interested in learning more about the presbytery or about new worshipping communities.
Thank you to everyone who gave to support Grace Seeds Ministry! Your September Assembly offering is already at work—helping purchase seeds that will grow fresh produce for food pantry partners across our region. We’re grateful for your generosity and for this ministry’s faithful work of sharing God’s abundance.
Earlier this month, Rev. David Black of First Presbyterian Church of Chicago was given the City of Chicago’s “Champion of Freedom” award at the mayor’s annual MLK interfaith breakfast.
1 PM — Corner Bakery in Glenview (1378 Patriot Blvd)
Join fellow presbytery pastors for a casual, drop-in lunch on Thursday 1/29 (that`s tomorrow!). Installed, specialized, at large, and retired pastors are all welcome to come and connect informally over lunch, or stop by for coffee and a cookie. Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and enjoy time to visit with one another.
Over the super-cold weekend, Mayfair Presbyterian Church opened their doors to their neighbors as a warming center. They hosted over 33 individuals overnight, preventing countless injuries from the cold. Two people came in with frostbite, and were cared for by a volunteer who is also an EMT. Additionally, about 60 people were fed with help from @39 Ward Neighbors United, @parks_for_all, @albanyparkmutualaid, Ravenswood Presbyterian Church, and St. Vincent DePaul Council of St. Elizabeth of the Trinity!
Our next Presbytery of Chicago Assembly is on Tuesday, February 17 (note the date change!) at @mccormickseminary! We can`t wait to see you there for worship, business, and a little Mardi Gras flavor! Check your inbox for the official call to the meeting and the link to register.
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