This Big Ten Network documentary unearths four, never-before-seen stories which follow individuals or programs at U of I affected by harsh Cold War politics following WWII. Produced by local filmmaker Tim Hartin (husband of Foundation board member Cindy Shepherd), the film received an Emmy from the midwest chapter. Of particular note is that all of […]
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Live Generously Stewardship Campaign
McKinley Church is conducting an annual stewardship drive thoughout the month of February. The theme this year is “Live Generously—Share God’s Blessings.” In each newsletter during February, McKinley members have agreed to share their experiences and some of what McKinley means to them. It is hoped that these stories and those shared during Sunday morning […]
2023 Lent Blog Invitation
They say that everyone has a story. As we approach the season of Lent, we invite you to join us as we explore the stories we hear in scripture as Jesus encounters various people along the way. We will enter the stories from the perspective of some of the individuals involved, using our imaginations to […]
PC(USA) Offers Assistance for the People of Earthquake-Ravaged Syria and Turkey
Long-term relationships with partners make it possible to ‘stand in solidarity’ with those in crisis. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, World Mission, and the Presbyterian Mission Agency are doing what they can to help those affected by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. Your contribution to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) enables our mission agency to respond to […]
Worship on February 12
Join the McKinley Choir, Director Alonza Lawrence, and Organist Matt Chiu this Sunday as they support guest preacher, Andrea Miller. Andrea’s sermon title is “Live, Laugh, Love … Generously!”
Queering Faith: Moving Beyond Sexual Shame
The UCC Campus Ministry at the University of Illinois presents Queering Faith 6.0! This event is open to the public and will take place this Friday, February 10 from 7-9 p.m. You can participate online or in person at Community UCC in Champaign. No registration is necessary for in person participation. The theme for this year’s […]
“Live Graciously” Stewardship Campaign Begins
McKinley Church is conducting an annual stewardship drive thoughout the month of February. The theme this year is “Live Graciously—Share God’s Blessings.” In each newsletter during February, McKinley members have agreed to share their experiences and some of what McKinley means to them. It is hoped that these stories and those shared during Sunday morning […]
“The Magic Stump” Bird Documentary Screening
McKinley’s Green Team encourages you to attend the screening of “The Magic Stump” and reception immediately following on Sunday, February 19 at the Virginia Theater. Faith in Place is one of several environmental groups hosting an afternoon featuring a short, new documentary film about birds and conservation in Central Illinois. The event is free and […]