Amazing church in the Downers Grove area. They preach truth in a very loving way. There is also a…read morefantastic kids program. If you are searching for God, give this place a visit.

Love the people in this church for their friendliness and their heart for Jesus. A vibrant church,…read morealive with the Spirit. Great activities for kids, teens and young adults. Fabulous pastors who preach the word on Sunday and go above and beyond during the week. Highly recommend!

A small but mighty congregation. This church is welcoming and kind to all people.read more

I have been a regular member of this church for 9 years…read more The Church of St Francis is a parish of The Liberal Catholic Church, Province of the USA. Bishop William Downey, Regionary, The Rt. Rev Graham Wale, Presiding Bishop. It is the ONLY TLCC Church in Illinois. Services: Holy Eucharist is every Sunday at !0:00 am. Approximately 1 hour, with fellowship and light refreshments served afterwards. Children are welcome to sit in the pews with their parents during mass, however there is a small informal Sunday School available. The service is a choral Eucharist in the style of the Tridentine form. Congregation: The congregation is small, about 20 people, but it is warm and like a small family. Anyone who approaches with reverence may receive communion. There is no restriction with regards to background or religious affiliation. Clergy: ALL CLERGY ARE VOLUNTEER, they are not paid by the church. This parish has two priests and a Deaconess, and 3 altar servers. Sacraments: The Liberal Catholic Church's has a valid Apostolic Succession and administers valid Catholic Sacraments. Worship: Members in TLCC are bound together in worship by the Liturgy which has been carefully written to be uplifting and of joyous aspiration. I highly recommend this church for persons of either Protestant or Catholic background who are looking for a place where they will be free to grow during their spiritual journey. for more info see: www.liberalcatholic.com or www.thelccusa.org

Several years ago I was looking for a new place to worship. I was raised Roman Catholic and…read morebelieve in the apostolic succession, however, I found myself struggling with the church embracing so many doctrines of man. This is not meant as an insult as I know everyone has their own experiences and perspectives, and I appreciate how faith and religious practice are very personal to each individual. I immediately appreciated the welcome I received when I attended for the first time. Much of the service reminded me of the services I attended in my childhood, which is different than the Roman Catholic services of today. I continued to attend and learned so much that was not taught in the years I attended Catholic school. When I heard the term 'liberal' I was a bit confused, but when I took the time to research the topic to educate myself I learned it has nothing to do with political affiliation. Judgement is for God to decide, not for us to condemn. Jesus died so that sins may be forgiven, and I found this church to truly embrace and practice this belief. I'm grateful I attended service and found myself a home.

I am new at Parkview but already feel so welcomed by everyone. I have thoroughly enjoyed every…read moreservice I have attended thus far and the community is like no other!

The nicest thing about Parkview is that it is for everyone. Have you ever said, "So and so church…read moreis just not for me? Or "I am not a good fit for this place?". Well, its unlikely you will say that about Parkview. Regardless of your background or status in life, Parkview is for you. They reach across all generations and have something for everyone. They are currently going through construction of a huge expansion, so patients is necessary when visiting. But it is well worth it. The services are awesome every time. From the music to the preaching you will always leave feeling fulfilled and ready for what is to come next. All the people there are friendly and welcoming. It just doesn't get any better than Parkview Community Church.

Looked for a community to join after the election and have been coming since November. What an…read moreamazing group of kind, caring and accepting members. I am glad to officially join and highly recommend to anyone else seeking an accepting, kind community.

My husband and I wanted to find a church that we could call our own. We had gone to a few churches,…read morebut could not find one that was right for us. Hubby was raised Lutheran and I was raised Catholic. We had a good friend that was a member of EPC, so we decided to give them a try. We fell in love during the first service. It is a church that welcomed us with open arms. Pastor Cliff's sermons feel like he is talking directly to us and about us. We became members shortly after our first service. We actually enjoy going to church on Sundays.

I've been attending CCOB since I was born. This church is a wonderful one to grow up in... the…read moreavailability of children's groups, middle school programs, high school programs, college age and adult programs is fantastic! Plus with the options of both Contemporary and Traditional services, there's truly something for everyone. While the church itself is big, it will quickly seem small with the warmth and friendly atmosphere the community provides. Oh, and don't forget the live-streaming in case you're out of town on weekends, it's so great to never miss a beat. Highly recommend!

Of all the Christian churches I've been to this was certainly one of them. :-) The contemporary…read moremusic was radio worthy - the voices, the harmony, the guitars, piano, drums and violin playing. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. We were invited by some friends to join them for the 5pm service on Saturday. (They like the guy who was preaching). We got to the church before them so we walked around. It is certainly a place where you can get involved if you want. They have programs for all kinds of activities and groups. The church is modern, upbeat, and dare I say 'hip'? If you're looking for a group of people wearing their Sunday best and a gray-haired organist playing 8 verses of Amazing Grace, you're at the wrong church (which was pointed out to us by an old timer who was using the excuse his back hurt to leave so he could hang outside while his wife attended the service.) The minister we came to see did deliver a good sermon. It had enthusiasm, passion, sincerity and humor. It wasn't laced with a lot of bible quotes or hellfire. It was delivered to teach, inspire and encourage. If I was looking for a Christian church, this would certainly be one I'd consider.

It's not all about the gifts. It's not all about the lights…read more It's not all about the food. For the many homeless in our area of Du page county, it is about living day to day; it is about carrying all you own on your back; it is about trying to find food; it is about trying to stay warm and dry. This Free Church has consistently helped the poor and homeless for quite some time in the offering of "care packages" that are easy to carry, as well as frequent "warming days" where many can come and, literally, chill out for the day. To those that find themselves in this circumstance, Harvard Avenue Free Church is an oasis. To those of us who can give a little more to others less fortunate; now is the time.

I played a concert here last week and, against all odds, I'm going to give 4 stars to a newly…read moreconstructed suburban church. I know, it surprised me too. But, the space is actually quite nice to play in. The church also has some nice outdoor patio areas that you can wander around for peace and quiet, as well as a coffee shop run by volunteers. For someone that usually abhors anything that could possibly fall into the categories of "newly constructed, "suburban," or "church," I really didn't mind coming out here. It's a pain to get here from the city though, dangerously close to 290 which, if you take it, will surely end miserably. At 10:30 at night, maybe. But any other time, seek an alternate route.

This church has so much going on, from a "Little Lambs" preschool program to an energetic youth…read moredepartment, men's and women's ministries, single mom's ministry, to a coffee shop and regular concerts. And I haven't even mentioned the weekly worship times. Always a biblically based solid teaching with wonderfully lead worship music. Whether you like a more traditional service or one with jazz, bluegrass, and worship tunes, you will find it here. I usually don't talk up a church too much but honestly, if you haven't been to church in a while, you might want to check them out. I think you might find Jesus in this place.

Not a fan. They are more interested in money than providing a quality education or providing a…read moreChristian education. I had inquired about their services for children and they directed me to call my own parish - this was via email so they could have checked before they dismissed me, that I was in fact part of the parish and no one has responded to me to this day and this was three months ago. I also had my daughter baptized there but me not knowing that the God Parents had not had the chance to make the "donation" I was threatened with not having my baby baptized of if I didn't get the money to them.

Our family loves St. Pius!! There are so many opportunities to become involved, to be heard, and to…read morelearn at St. Pius. Everyone is welcoming and my children enjoy being a part of an academic community that cares for every child enrolled.