First Congregational Church of Western Springs

Please join us for worship this coming Sunday as Rev. Price will preach on the good Shepherd who pursues us tirelessly despite our resistance to being found.   Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdPTxmMw6Qs ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdPTxmMw6Qs&t=2470s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to...

Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Staff is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Preschool Director Marcy Dusza (preschool_marcy@wscongo.org) questions that curious kids are wondering about. Question this episode are: What's your favorite part about working at preschool? What's your favorite game o...

As we enter the third week of Lent, we consider the words of the week: Rest and Growth. We’ll hear the parable of the fig tree and ponder its lack of fruit. If you’re worshiping with us online, have your communion elements ready – coffee and a donut/juice and toast - it’s all Holy when we gather at Christ’s table! Link to Livestream: ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwB6Ri3Ul5E ⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start...

Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Senior Associate Minister Rev. Meredith Onion (meredith@wscongo.org) a question that curious kids are wondering about. Question this episode are: Why is music so important in ministry? Are you a Curious Kid with Questi...

Sunday is the second Sunday of the season of Lent, and Rev. Rich Kirchherr will preach on the story of Mary and Martha welcoming Jesus into their home. They do so in very different ways, and we might learn from both of them about what it means to follow Jesus. Scripture: Luke 10:38-42: Mary in Luke 10:38-42 challenges us to set aside time to focus on what truly matters - our relationship with God....

Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. Words & Music presents: Under One Roof Agreeing Isn't The Point Songs and stories of love, patience & tolerance. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in...

Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. Words & Music presents: Under One Roof Agreeing Isn't The Point Songs and stories of love, patience & tolerance. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in...

Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. Words & Music presents: Under One Roof Agreeing Isn't The Point Songs and stories of love, patience & tolerance. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM...

Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. Words & Music presents: Under One Roof Agreeing Isn't The Point Songs and stories of love, patience & tolerance. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM...

Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask questions Live during our Sunday Worship. Our new incoming Senior Pastor Rev. Chrissy Tatum Williamson answers the questions that curious kids are wondering about. The Questions this episode are: What kind of music and ban...

This will be a very special Sunday in the life of our congregation as the candidate for our next Sr. Minister introduces herself to the congregation and preaches. It is so appropriate that the Gospel reading for this Sunday is the story of the Good Samaritan, and how a stranger becomes a neighbor. The All-In Band, and the Chancel Choir will offer music to enhance our worship. A congregational meet...

Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Senior Associate Minister Rev. Meredith Onion (meredith@wscongo.org) a question that curious kids are wondering about. Question this episode are: What did Jesus do when he was my age? Are you a Curious Kid with Questio...

Join us for a joyful worship service of music and praise, celebrating our youth and their testimonies about how God knows and loves them. You’ll hear some of their reflections on Psalm 139 at both the 8:45am and 10am services. Communion will be served at both services. Link to Livestream:⁠ ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djgKfJt40b0 Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djgKfJ...

Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Senior Associate Minister Rev. Meredith Onion (meredith@wscongo.org) a question that curious kids are wondering about. Question this episode are: Why does the Bible have so many rules? Are you a Curious Kid with Questi...

This Sunday, at the 10am service, our Chancel Choir will sing We Walk by Faith and Not by Sight. And at both services, John Otto will play the clarinet accompanied by Kathy Christian. Our Mission & Outreach ministry brings us a video from our mission partner, Midwives for Haiti. Rev. Dr. Rich Kirchherr's sermon will reflect on the idea of the challenge and blessing in loving God and countr...

Please join us for worship this coming Sunday as Rev. Kathryn Price preaches on Luke's version of the Beatitudes where Jesus provides a vision of God's Kingdom here on earth.  Link to Livestream:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhbvRDphY6E Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhbvRDphY6E&t=2242s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning m...

Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Interim Associate Minister Rev. Kathryn Price (kathryn@wscongo.org) four questions that curious kids are wondering about. Questions this episode are: Does God still talk to people today? How can you tell if a message i...

Lots going on this Sunday morning! At both 8:45 and 10am worship, Rev. Rich Kirchherr will preach a sermon that helps us to better understand how we might engage two similar stories from the gospel, when their endings are very different. What do we do with that? Might the two different endings actually help us better understand how faith in Jesus is dynamic and not fixed? Our wonderful Bell Choir...

Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Senior Minister Rev. Dr. Richard Kirchherr (rich@wscongo.org) two questions that curious kids are wondering about. Questions this episode are: Why do some people celebrate holidays other than Christmas? How old is the Church? Ho...

Join us for worship on Sunday which will include communion.  If you’re worshipping remotely, gather your bread and juice so you can participate as well. And then remain after worship for our annual meeting and year in review video.  Link to Livestream: ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1XcwpFA9DQ Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1XcwpFA9DQ&t=2220s If you are new to ou...

Welcome to our NEW Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we join Alice Root asking Our Senior Minister Rev. Dr. Richard Kirchherr (rich@wscongo.org) two questions that curious kids are wondering about. Questions this episode are: What are the resources we use in the church? Is there one spec...

Join us this Sunday as we celebrate the Baptism of Jesus as we hear Rev. Meredith Onion's reflection, “Filled with Expectation.” Jean Larson, our Faith Community Nurse will serve as Liturgist. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oar0VLMPRvk Link to Start of Sermon: ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oar0VLMPRvk&t=2284s ⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are new to our faith community and are inter...

Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. Words & Music presents a special show in celebration of Plymouth Fellowship (PF), our high school youth group. This uplifting event will highlight the inspiring spirit, creativity, and dedication of our youth, while raising funds to support their programs and activities. Through heartfelt stories...

Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. Words & Music presents a special show in celebration of Plymouth Fellowship (PF), our high school youth group. This uplifting event will highlight the inspiring spirit, creativity, and dedication of our youth, while raising funds to support their programs and activities. Through heartfelt stories...

Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. Words & Music presents a special show in celebration of Plymouth Fellowship (PF), our high school youth group. This uplifting event will highlight the inspiring spirit, creativity, and dedication of our youth, while raising funds to support their programs and activities. Through heartfelt stories...