Hello! I want to say a HUGE thank you to the kids for their singing this past Sunday. I was so encouraged by their participation in the service and was so proud of their preparation. Please tell them that our church was blessed by their singing and I am super proud of them. ? … [Read More…] Thank you – Summer Break
On this Mother’s Day, I’m reminded of the legacy of the mothers who have deeply shaped my life. Their love and leadership echoes even now. I’m so grateful for the gifts they are in my life. Elizabeth, my maternal grandmother, married my grandfather, Jesse Hensarling, Jr., on June 6, 1952. They enjoyed a … [Read More…] May 8, 2022
“Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven.” This phrase in The Lord’s Prayer resonates with me deeply. This sin-riddled world is not as it should be. There is pain, heartache, and brokenness everywhere. Just turn on the news. We ache for redemption and renewal. We long … [Read More…] May 1, 2022
Hello! Thank you, thank you, thank you, Children’s chorus for such a wonderful service on Sunday! I’m proud of your participation in leading our church in worship and for all of your work in learning all of the music. The kids did so well and I had many people come to me to … [Read More…] Palm Sunday Thank You
Spring is on the horizon! Daffodil shoots are emerging and buds are beginning to swell as temperatures rise and rain waters the earth. It’s hard to believe Easter is just around the corner. Resurrection Sunday is coming. And Jesus is alive and changing lives here in Chicago! In one of our recent membership … [Read More…] March 27, 2022
Times are hard. Inflation is rising. Budgets are stretched. I want to remind you of the good work our Fellowship Committee is doing to come alongside those in our church family who could use a little help. Pastor Larry McCarthy shared these thoughts with me, and I wanted to pass them along to … [Read More…] March 20, 2022
