“Peace be with you,” Jesus said, and then he breathed out on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” Breathing out does not seem like a good idea these days. Still, we are encouraged to remember that the Holy Spirit, breath of God, is in our midst. In our streaming worship, this Sunday Pastor Heidi […]
Worship
Worship on May 10
This Sunday, worship will include the annual reading of the Mother’s Day Proclamation written by Julia Ward Howe. Pastor Heidi will also examine the metaphor of God as a rock and refuge. Members of the McKinley community will read, and the choir will lead us in song.
Worship on May 3
Live-stream worship continues with the 4th Sunday in Easter, also known as Shepherd Sunday. Members of the church will lead prayer and scripture, the choir will sing, and communion will be served. Remember to have your communion elements (bread and juice) set up ahead of time. Tips for preparing a worship space: Consider setting up […]
What is happening this Sunday?
This Sunday, stay home and join Pastor Heidi, Yohei, Asami, Mari, and Lara for worship–at 10:30 am CDT! Information about how to tune in will be found on the McKinley Presbyterian Church Worship page. We will include instructions and tips for watching and listening. Options are available to listen by phone for those without access […]
No worship this Sunday
At the strong suggestion of the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District, McKinley Presbyterian Church will not hold its regular worship this Sunday (March 15). In case of cancellation in future weeks, there will be opportunities for online worship, possible in-person prayer services, and outdoor worship activities. Please watch your “snail mail” for letters and updates, as […]
This Sunday, Mar. 8
Choir rehearsal: 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. Fellowship: 10 a.m. in our basement fellowship space. Join others for treats, drinks, and conversation before worship. Before worship: Youth will take orders for and sell fair-trade items at the back of the sanctuary. Worship: 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. What is Lent? It is the season when we walk […]
This Sunday, March 1
Choir rehearsal: 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. Fellowship: 10 a.m. at the back of the sanctuary (location change from the church basement for this week only!). Join others for treats, drinks, and conversation before worship. Worship: 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. This Sunday is the last in our stewardship series of guest speakers from the congregation […]
Saturday, Feb. 29: Lenten retreat
Connie Bandy and Barbara England are presenting a morning workshop on Saturday, Feb. 29: “Preparing to Become: A Miniretreat to Begin Lent.” Connie, an ordained Presbyterian minister, was formerly McKinley’s director of Christian education and currently serves at Community UCC as director of the John Bandy Center for Spirituality and Faith and a parish associate. […]