Wow! What a wonderful Christmas Concert we had last week! Christ was honored, souls were stirred, and the good news was proclaimed in Chicago! One of my neighbors who came for the first time sent this text to our neighborhood group: “Good evening, Pastor Philip, thank you for the early alert on the … [Read More…] December 18, 2022
All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet: ‘Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel’ (which means, God with us). —Matthew 1:22–23 Immanuel is my favorite name that God has revealed for Himself. To me, it captures the … [Read More…] December 11, 2022
Dear Moody Church Family, And the angel said to the shepherds who were keeping watch over their flocks by night: “Fear not, for I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people” (Luke 2:10). Does this good news bring you great joy this Christmas season? I hope so. … [Read More…] December 2022 Stewardship Letter
“Pause…and let the wonder in.” For many years now, my heart’s longing for the Christmas season has been to pause and let the wonder in. There’s so much busyness. It’s all so hectic. So many distractions. Relentless expectations. And if I’m not careful, I’ll miss it. But somewhere in the stillness, a … [Read More…] December 4, 2022
Hello, I hope you’ve had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We’re looking forward to the Children’s Choir Christmas Musical in just a few short weeks. I’ve posted the solo assignments and costume instructions on the webpage. If you are having trouble accessing them, please let me know. Just as a reminder here is our upcoming schedule. Wed 11/30 – 5:30-6:30 … [Read More…] Solos and Costumes
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your friends and family this past week! Today we turn the page to Advent and the season of Christmas. There’s a lot going on at The Moody Church in the next few weeks. Here are some of the highlights: Advent Sermon Series—The Coming King: … [Read More…] November 27, 2022
Hello Chorus Parents, As you know, the Children’s Chorus is singing this Sunday morning as a part of our Thanksgiving Festival Sunday! There are a couple of things to note below: Please arrive between 8:15 and 8:30am in Christiansen to check-in. Dress Code is white on top and black on the bottom. Girls can wear skirts and tights … [Read More…] Singing Reminder
It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is just a few days away! I believe that gratitude is one of the most important marks of our spiritual health. When I’m delighting in the good gifts God has provided and responding in grateful praise, it’s a sign that my soul is functioning well. Conversely, entitlement and … [Read More…] November 20, 2022
Dear Moody Church Family, What are you thankful for? This is a question we ask our kids each night to help them learn a spirit of thankfulness. I also need to ask myself this question because I am not naturally thankful. How can we be more thankful? My favorite thing is to dwell on … [Read More…] November 2022 Stewardship Letter
Hello Children’s Choir Parents! We are excited about singing in the service this coming Sunday, November 20. The kids have been working hard and we are looking forward to worshiping with you. A few reminders: Dress Code is white on top and black on the bottom. Girls can wear skirts and tights or pants and everyone … [Read More…] Singing on November 20
