What we offer... to God and our community

At Ebenezer, we offer a variety of activities designed to cultivate the faith of children, youth, and adults.
For more information on the scheduled events with the following groups, refer to Calendar of Events.

Christian Education
Adult Faith Formation : Year-round, 9 AM, in the the Education Center below the Sanctuary. No experience or preparation necessary!
Adult Forums: As announced, these session replace the Faith Formation Sessions for a one-time event featuring a guest speaker or timely topic.

GLOCY (Gay & Lesbian Outreach Center for Youth)
The GLOCY Task Force continues to look for opportunities to make a positive impact on gay and lesbian youth in the city.

Grant Program
Click here for more information.

Youth Group
A shared ministry with our partners, Edgewater Churches Together (ECT), our professionally staff group welcomes 4th-8th graders with scheduled events.

Music and The Arts
Visit our Liturgy and Music page for information about Music at Ebenezer. The Choir rehearses Thursday evenings, September - May and all are welcome. Numerous volunteer and professional musicians add to the worship experience year-round; contact our music director for information.

Parents and Tots Playgroup  more...
Do you have a toddler who is too young for pre-school? Or is your toddler with a child care person during the day? Whatever your family situation, our Playgroup provides indoor play opportunities for kids and supportive conversations for adults. This group meets Monday and Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30. A nominal donation of $2 is requested, but come even if finances are too tight. The space is large and the fellowship is great. Most participants are under age 3, but older siblings are welcome to join younger kids with supervision.

Prayer
The Prayer Ministry Team offers Advent and Lenten Devotional Booklets, Prayer Vigils, and studies on Prayer and Spirituality. Other devotional booklets are available in our narthex, by the sanctuary. Ebenezer has a Prayer Chain to respond quickly to prayer needs. If you have a prayer request to share, please send it to ralphwes@aol.com.

Senior Exercise Class
Senior Exercise Class is held every Monday morning at 11am in the Dining Room. For information call the church office.

Seniors Luncheon
Seniors meet for lunch and a program once a month on the third Thursday at noon (except suring the summer months). If you are retired or over 55, you are welcome. The meal cost is usually $7. RSVP's should be called into the office by Monday preceding the luncheon.

Social Justice
Is your interest social justice and community issues? Ebenezer is a member of the Organization of the Northeast, the community organization in Uptown/Edgewater/Rogers Park and Ravenswood. Members and friends are involved in many social justice organizations and campaigns (living wages, affordable housing, seniors rights).There are a number of ways in which you can get involved.
• Organization of the NorthEast (ONE)
• Thursday Evening Tutoring Program   more...
• Crop Walk for Hunger
• AIDS Walk
• Gay Pride Parade
• And more . . .

Spiritual Gifts
We encourage spiritual growth through a spiritual gifts seminar offered periodically. This seminar includes a biblical foundation in understanding spiritual gifts, an inventory instrument to determine what your spiritual gifts may be, and a discussion of how to apply your gifts.

Spirituality Retreat
Annually members and friends are invited to a 24 hour Spirituality Retreat - typically the first weekend in February. This is usually led by a well known facilitator. See the programs & events page for pictures and explanations ofprevious retreats.

Sunday School
Sunday school is held every Sunday, starting at 10:15 am during the regular school year. Classes are available for kids age 3 to grade 6. After Sunday school, the kids are walked into the sanctuary to join the 10:30 worship service (already in progress).  New students always welcome.

Tutoring Program    more...
Tutors gather every Thursday evening (dinner at 6:00pm, 6:30-8:00) with students primarily from Trumbull School next door to the church. Many of these students are ESL or have significant educational challenges. Volunteer tutors work with students on homework and special projects. There are about 20 students in the program. Volunteers bring prepared meals for the students and some family members at 6:00 before the tutoring gets underway.

Wellness Program
Our Wellness program encourages and promotes the development of wellness and the healing ministry within the congregation and to bring wellness concerns and needs to the attention of the church leadership and the congregation membership. Our parish nurse raises relevant and important health concerns through newsletter articles and other events. Ebenezer occasionally offers Health Fairs, health screenings, educational forums on healthy living, and more.

Women's Book Group
This group is for women of all ages. We hope you will join us as we discuss the life of biblical women and the parallels between their lives and ours. We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at church at 7:15.
Email Stephanie Frank for more information.

Work Days
Ebenezer's workdays are held as needed, usually on Saturdays from 9am to noon . All hands are welcome and appreciated. If you can come and help, please give Andy a call at the church office.