In 2019 Pope Francis visited Hiroshima; he said, “In a world where millions of children and families live in inhumane conditions, the money that is squandered and the fortunes made through the manufacture, upgrading, maintenance, and sale of ever-more-destructive weapons are an affront crying out to heaven.” This Sunday McKinley will mark the 75th anniversary […]
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Worship on July 26
In 1 Kings 3, God gives a young King Solomon the gift of wisdom. This Sunday McKinley will share our wisdom with graduating high school senior Nick Probst. (If you would like to send personal congratulations, Nick’s address is 1705 Briarcliff Drive, Urbana, IL 61802. Way to go, Nick!)
Turn in your keys, please
In keeping with our Covid-19 policies and to maintain safety for staff, we are asking that all McKinley keys—master keys or any other, for the church or foundation—be turned in temporarily. We lack a comprehensive list of who has these keys, so we’re casting a wide net. Later, we will redistribute keys, creating a comprehensive […]
Worship on July 19
Nelson Mandela once said, “If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner.” Combining a celebration of Nelson Mandela Day (July 18) with Matthew’s parable of the wheat and the weeds, Pastor Heidi and the worship team will explore the presence of enemies […]
Worship on July 12
“A sower went out to sow seed. . . .” Are you seed in the world? Or the soil? The sower? Or the plants and animals that challenge or enhance growth? Join Pastor Heidi, the choir, members of McKinley, and guest musician Evan Tammen on oboe as we consider how to flourish in God’s world.
Worship on June 28 (Pride Sunday)
On June 28, McKinley Church and others across the country will celebrate the 51st anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising—a significant event in the LGBTQ pride movement. Did you know that one of the leaders of that action, Marsha P. Johnson, was a trans woman? Pastor Heidi will give tribute to Marsha and other LGBTQ leaders […]
Worship on May 31
May 31 is Pentecost Sunday—the day the Christian church celebrates its birthday. The choir will sing, teachers will be recognized, the worship service will feature symbols of the Holy Spirit—flames, doves, and water . . . and especially wind—symbolizing the breath of God. And yet, not all of God’s children are able to breathe freely […]
Worship on April 19
April 22, 2020, is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. On Sunday, April 19, Pastor Heidi, the McKinley choir, and members of our Green Team will lead a celebration of Earth Day with prayers, songs, and meditations on the beauty of God’s earth. To join us live or to worship later, visit the McKinley website […]