Women's Retreat
2021-05-14 18:30 - 2021-05-15 16:15 (America/Chicago) | IL
Join your Rez sisters for a time of teaching, prayer, and connection with one another. We will meet at Rez on Friday evening, May 14 from 6:30-9pm, and during the day on Saturday, May 15 from 9am-4:15pm. Virtual option is available. Our time will be a blend of corporate and small group teaching and worship, interspersed with individual times for reflection. The sign up deadline has been extended to May 1. Learn more and register here.
Questions? Contact Christina Prechter at christinaprechter@churchrez.org.

Summer Soul Care Class
2021-06-24 19:00 - 20:30 | IL
Having trouble quieting your mind and connecting with the Lord? Join us for some soul care this summer. We’ll gather six Thursday evenings, 7-8:30pm, from June 24 to July 29, in-person at Rez to study John Eldredge’s new book, Get Your Life Back. Each week we will come together to discuss the materials and ponder relevant Scriptures, watch a short teaching video, and engage in spiritual practices to help us connect with the Lord and allow Him to care for our souls.
Come join us! Facilitated by Rez member and spiritual director Cecilia Whitacre.

Learn more and sign up here.

Funeral Service for Steve Kafkas
2021-07-10 11:00 - 12:00 | IL
Join us as we celebrate the life of longtime Resurrection member Steve Kafkas, who tragically passed from cancer recently. The funeral service is being held on Saturday, July 10th, at 11am, followed by a reception in RezCafe. Please see Steve’s obituary here.

Rez Youth Mission Trip
2021-07-14 - 2021-07-18 | IL
Join our Rez Youth mission trip, “Mission : Together”! Learn what God is doing in and through the Latino community in Chicagoland.
This trip is a joint service and learning opportunity alongside youth and leaders from Aviva Anglican Church. Aviva congregations meet both here in our cathedral (Sundays at 1pm) and in Little Village, a predominantly Mexican immigrant neighborhood on the southwest side of Chicago. In this trip Rez youth will serve alongside youth from Aviva to reach the Little Village neighborhood via a vacation Bible school and soccer outreach. They will also learn biblical perspectives on immigration, race and culture while visiting places like the home of Martin Luther King, Jr., and his family while he fought housing segregation.

Ages: This mission trip is for current 8th-12th graders. Due to COVID-19 realities, we only have slots available for 20 youth this year.
Cost: $400. Fundraising opportunities will be available.
Please see the tentative schedule and trip details here.
If you are interested in joining, please apply below. A $25 deposit is required when applying, but will be returned if you are not selected for this year’s team.
Applications are due by Friday, March 26. We will make decisions about the team after Holy Week. Apply online here.

Diaper and School Supplies Outreach with Christ Tabernacle
2021-08-07 10:30 - 15:00 | IL
Join us to help Christ Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, August 7, with a huge diaper & school supplies outreach.* Volunteers & supplies needed and welcome! 10:30am start time for volunteers on Saturday, with a 1-hour Zoom pre-training on Thursday, August 5, 7:00-8:00pm. (See the Zoom meeting info below). Children may volunteer with parental supervision. *Please note that this is a Christ Tabernacle event, not a Church of the Resurrection event.
Diapers and school supplies such as pencils, notebooks, binders, markers, crayons, pens, and backpacks, can be dropped off at Rez (Mon-Thurs 9:00-5:00pm; Fri 9:00-1:00pm; Sun 8:00-12pm) or brought to Christ Tabernacle on August 7.
Please RSVP here. If you have any questions, please email juliadamion@churchrez.org.
Christ Tabernacle is located at 854 N. Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60651.
Zoom Pre-training on Thursday, August 5, 7-8pm:
Rez Office is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Volunteer Training for Diaper & School Supplies Outreach
Time: Aug 5, 2021 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
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RezConnect Sunday
2021-08-29 08:00 - 12:30 | IL
Discover how you can get involved at church this fall, whether serving, joining a small group or learning more about our church. There are a myriad of options. Join us this Sunday for RezConnect after each service.
Check out all the possibilities at churchrez.org/connect.

Updates on Cambodia with the Whitakers
2021-08-29 12:30 - 14:00 | IL
Join us after 2nd service on Sunday, August 29, for a light lunch and informational session led by Fr. Gregory and Dr. Heidi Whitaker. The Whitakers and their five children have been serving in Phnom Penh for the past eight years. During this event, the Whitakers will share stories and updates on their ministry.
The Whitaker family is deeply connected to Rez and were sent as Rez missionaries to serve. As a pediatrician, Dr. Heidi assists Cambodian physicians in the training of Cambodian medical students and residents. Dr. Gregory is rector for the English-speaking congregation of Church of Christ Our Peace in Phnom Penh.
If you did not RSVP, you are still welcome to join the info session, but the light lunch is prioritized for those who did RSVP.

Connect with God Class
2021-09-09 19:00 - 2021-11-18 21:00 | IL
Formerly called Restarting, this twelve-week class for adults focuses on building a secure attachment to God so that you are better equipped to receive inner healing, develop life-giving relationships, and build a joy-filled life. Thursdays, 7-9pm, September 9 – November 18. Sign up here. If you have any questions about the course, feel free to reach out to facilitators Paul and Phyllis Ericksen at phylericksen@gmail.com.

Building a Joy-filled Marriage
2021-09-14 19:00 - 2021-10-19 21:00 | IL
All married couples are invited to join us for a class focused on building a joy-filled marriage. This six-week course is rooted in brain science and equips couples with practical exercises focused on boosting emotional, spiritual, and physical connection. Tuesdays, September 14 through October 19, 7-9pm.
Learn more and sign up here.

First Step
2021-09-19 10:30 - 2021-09-26 11:30 | IL
New to Rez? Come to First Step, a two-part introduction on who we are as a church designed for newcomers. First step is a fantastic way to connect with some of our leaders, hear more about Rez, and get to know other new folks. Join us on Sunday, September 19 and 26, during the 10:30 service, upstairs in the office hospitality area. No sign-up needed; just come!

College Welcome Back Pizza Dinner!
2021-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Will & Ema Chester’s House, 1128 S. Chase St., Wheaton, IL, 60189, United States
Join us at Pastor Will and Ema’s house and meet other students who are part of our community. All are welcome! Let us know you’re coming so we buy enough pizza.
Sign up here

Fall Kick-off Weekend
2021-09-25 16:00 - 19:00 | IL
You’re invited to our special Fall Kickoff Week-end!
Worship & Vision Night, Friday, Sept 24, 7-9pm
Join us for coffee & tea, and learn about our vision for the new ministry year.
RezFest, Saturday Sept 25, 4-7pm
Join us for RezFestival, or “RezFeast,” an all-church event, outside on our south lawn. Enjoy free activities, including a bouncy house, dunk tank, games, face-painting, snacks, and more. Meals will be available for purchase from two of Chicago’s premier food trucks, Yumdum Bao Truck and Chesa’s Taco Truck. Savor items like steamed dumplings, stuffed rice balls, or savory noodles with Yumdum Bao’s home-style Asian cooking. Enjoy a sampling of tacos with house-made sauces from Chesa’s Taco Truck, all gluten-free.
Food truck tickets are available for purchase ahead of time or on-site during the event. Skip the line and save time by purchasing your food tickets ahead here.

Welcome Group
2021-10-03 12:30 - 2021-10-31 14:00 | IL
Join our 5-week small group especially for newcomers to Resurrection!

Form relationships with leaders and other newcomers at the home of one of our members
Receive in-depth teachings on our church values and our Anglican identity
Learn about how to grow in our community

Every Sunday in October, 12:30-2pm. Location TBD.

Sign up here.

Men's Retreat
2021-10-08 16:00 - 2021-10-09 18:00 | IL
The men’s retreat is a time for building friendship with other men and growing in our walk as disciples of Jesus.
This year’s theme is the “Man, the Moment, the Mission.” What is godly manhood? What does it mean to be a believer in this generation and moment in history? What is the specific mission God has for you? Be equipped and strengthened, and get ready to have fun.
The retreat will be held Friday, October 8, through Saturday, October 9, at Cedar Lake Ministries in Indiana. The schedule includes ample time to enjoy each other’s company and multiple leisure activities, including: rock climbing, 9-Square-in-the-Air, basketball, baseball/kickball backstop, sand volleyball, a beach, ladder golf, and more.
Check-in is from 4-6pm on Friday, October 8, with the first session starting at 6pm. Dinner is at 7pm. The retreat will conclude by 6pm on Saturday, October 9, after the closing dinner.
Registration deadline: September 19. Sign up here.
Scholarships are available on a limited basis.

Refugees & Rez: A biblical response to a global crisis
2021-10-10 12:00 - 13:45 | IL
Gain a biblical perspective on migration from Professor Daniel Caroll of Wheaton College. Learn about the global refugee crisis from Damon Schroeder, World Relief Director for US Integral Mission & Mobilization. Snacks provided.
And mark your calendar for:
World Relief Volunteer Training for Rez: Sunday afternoon, October 24, 12-2pm, light lunch included. Participate in a volunteer training session led by Rachel Wassink, World Relief Volunteer Mobilization Manager for Chicagoland.

Learn more about our outreach to refugees and immigrants with World Relief here.

World Relief Volunteer Training at Rez
2021-10-24 12:00 - 14:00 | IL
World Relief Volunteer Training for Rez: Sunday, October 24, 12-2pm.
Participate in a special volunteer training session for Rez led by Rachel Wassink, World Relief Volunteer Mobilization Manager for Chicagoland. Light lunch included.
Planning to come? Please take these two steps first:
Step 1. Sign up here.
Step 2. Fill out the online application form for World Relief.
Learn more about our outreach to refugees and immigrants with World Relief here.

RezCollege Dinner
2021-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 | IL
College age students are invited to the Chesters for dinner on Sunday, November 7, 5-7pm. Come meet other students and older adults from the church.
At 6:30pm, we’ll pray Compline and Deacon Will will share how you can incorporate this “nighty night prayer” into your dorm or apartment routine. Sign up here.

Aviva Mexican Dinner
2021-11-20 17:00 - 20:00 | IL
Tacos, tortas, enchiladas…yum! Our Latino friends from Aviva Wheaton, one of our diocesan sister churches, have invited us to a homecooked Mexican dinner celebration with games, music, and a raffle, on Saturday, November 20, 5-8pm in RezCafe. The cost is $10 a meal for each person. RSVP and purchase your meal(s) by Friday, November 19 here.
Please note that this event sponsored by Aviva, not Church of the Resurrection.

Thanksgiving Eucharist Service
2021-11-25 11:00 - 12:00 | IL
You’re invited to our Thanksgiving Eucharist service on Thursday, Nov. 25, 11am, in the All Saints prayer chapel, led by Canon Stephen and Barbara Gauthier.

Christmas Breakfast
2021-12-04 09:00 - 11:00 | IL
RSVPs for our Annual Christmas Breakfast are now open! Join us on December 4, 9-11am to celebrate our volunteers in a morning of food, merriment and tomfoolery. The breakfast hour from 9-10 am will be a mask-optional. If you’re uncomfortable sharing a meal, then join us for the skit and program in the sanctuary, 10-11am.
Please RSVP for the breakfast food here.

RezCollege Christmas Dinner
2021-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | IL
College age students are invited to a Christmas dinner on Sunday, December 5, 5-7pm. Come meet other students and older adults from the church and celebrate the Christmas season with us.
Hosted by Kevin & Sarah Graham, 182 Bryant Ave., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Sign up here.

Lessons & Carols
2021-12-12 16:00 - 17:30 | IL
Lessons & Carols is a special service of beautiful choral music and Advent scripture readings. Join us on Sunday, December 12 at 4pm in the sanctuary. Watch on livestream here.
Childcare is not available, but the Parent Worship Room will be open.
COVID-19 Protocol Reminder: Masks are required in in the back-sections of the sanctuary; masks are optional on the main floor of the sanctuary while at your seat. Masks are required elsewhere in the building at all times for ages 3 and up. Please help us protect the vulnerable in our community.

Prayer & Worship Night
2021-12-16 19:00 - 20:30 | IL
Anyone is invited to join us for an informal gathering of prayer and worship in our sanctuary on Thursday, December 16, 7-8:30pm. We will spend time in sung worship; intercede for the Church, the world, and our community; and pray over anyone who would like to receive prayer.

Christmas Eve 4pm
2021-12-24 16:00 - 17:30 | IL
Celebrate the light of the world at our 4pm service with carols, candle lighting, and communion in our main sanctuary or on livestream. Invite your friends and family to this merry occasion. Together we’ll adore the newborn child and Savior. A joyful service suited for all ages. Young children are invited to come dressed as nativity characters. (No children’s ministry or childcare provided)
Invite your friends and neighbors to join us for this joyful occasion. Download this printable invitation to hand deliver or email.
COVID-19 Protocols: In the sanctuary, masks are required in the back risers for ages 3 and up. Masks are optional on the main floor. Masks are required elsewhere in the building at all times for ages 3 and up.
Check out our complete Advent and Christmas schedule at christmas.churchrez.org

Christmas Day
2021-12-25 11:00 - 12:30 | IL
Share the joy of Christmas morning with us! We will rejoice in the birth of our Savior with a full liturgical service at 11am including music, communion, Scripture, and a homily. No livestream.
(No children’s ministry or childcare.)
COVID-19 Protocols: In the sanctuary, masks are required in the back risers for ages 3 and up. Masks are optional on the main floor. Masks are required elsewhere in the building at all times for ages 3 and up.
Check out our complete Advent and Christmas schedule at christmas.churchrez.org

RezArts Festival Workshop Night
2022-01-05 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Jumpstart your creative process in the new year! Try a workshop in creative writing, visual arts, or worship songwriting on Weds., Jan. 5, 6:30-8pm.
Learn more and RSVP by Sunday, Jan. 2 here.

March for Life Chicago
2022-01-08 11:30 - 17:00 | IL
Join us in the annual March for Life in downtown Chicago on Saturday, January 8. Buses will depart from the church at 11:30am and return by 5pm.
Reserve your spot(s) here.

Easter Light & Lessons Auditions
2022-01-09 13:00 - 15:00 | IL
Help tell the stories of salvation history via drama and movement at our Easter Light & Lessons service. Auditions are Sunday, Jan. 9, 1-3pm for high schoolers, college students, and adults. Please complete an audition form by Jan. 7 here.
Children in grades 1-8 can participate but do not need to audition. Please complete a participation form (one per child) by Jan. 7 here.

RezFast
2022-01-12 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Join us as we pray for the Lord’s leading in this new year on Wednesday, January 12, 6:30-8pm in our sanctuary.

Adult Confirmation Class
2022-01-16 16:00 - 2022-03-06 17:30 | IL
Are you interested in joining Resurrection? Sign up for adult confirmation class!
If you want to become a member, be baptized or renew your baptismal vows, or just learn about Anglicanism, this 8-week course is for you. Our adult confirmation class meets Sunday afternoons from 4pm-5:30pm, starting January 16 through early March. Childcare is provided. Sign up details coming soon.
