The McKinley Youth and their families were challenged to donate 100 hours of service to McKinley over the summer. We are very excited that the goal has been reached and exceeded. As of August 8, 112 hours have been given to the Garden Hills Food Pantry, the Giving Garden, the Canteen Run, CWS school kits, […]
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The flamingos are coming!
McKinley Foundation’s Flamingo Flocking Fundraiser is back! 100% of proceeds will support our campus ministry in the form of free Friday night dinners for food insecure students at the University of Illinois. This vital program began last year, and we now regularly feed 30 to 40 students each week. How it works: A flock of […]
Worship on August 13
The parables and sayings in Matthew 13 begin with these words, “The Realm of God is like…” Yet, these parables are sometimes confusing. Why is that? What is Jesus’ point? Join Heidi, Alonza, and the worship team this Sunday as we consider the similes and metaphors we use to describe the kingdom of God.
Worship on July 30
Come join McKinley musicians, readers, and kids this Sunday, July 30 as McKinley will celebrate Christmas in July. The congregation will participate in an impromptu skit about Las Posadas (English: The Inns). Prayers and carols will highlight the plight of refugees and immigrants.
Worship on August 6
We welcome Rev. Macy Ruple back to preach and lead us in communion on this first Sunday of August. Macy’s sermon is titled “More Than Enough.” We are glad that she can be with us in the midst of job searching, moving (within town), and caring for four cats with her wife Sarah!
The McKinley / Garden Hills Food Pantry is Going Strong, but We Need Summer Volunteers!
Come join us this Tuesday as we pack up and distribute food to our friends and neighbors! We always need help during these times: 1:00-3:00 p.m. Garden Hills Elementary School – packaging 3:30-6:00 p.m.m Garden Hills Elementary School – distribution 5:45-7:15 p.m. Garden Hill Elementary School – clean up Come join us at any time […]
Worship on July 23
Matthew 13 continues its “seed theme” with the parable of the wheat and the tares. Just what makes a weed different from a non-weed? Join Pastor Heidi and the McKinley worshipers this Sunday as they sing, pray, and ponder life among the weeds. In person at 10:30 a.m. Online via YouTube and link in from […]
Worship on July 16
Come join Pastor Heidi and McKinley musicians as they lead a service of music, prayer, and poetry. In person at 10:30 a.m. or online via the McKinley YouTube page. The link can be found on the worship page in the McKinley website.