Church of the Resurrection

Board Game Night
2025-02-28 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-28 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Enjoy playing board games? Want to meet more folks at Rez? Join us on the 4th Fridays of the month, 6-9pm. All are welcome to this family-friendly event. Bring your own snacks. Location: upstairs, St. Gregory Room. Questions? Contact andrew.merrick51395@gmail.com

Adult Confirmation Class
2025-03-02 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-03-09 16:00 - 17:30
Learn about the fundamentals of Anglicanism and discern membership at Resurrection through this eight-week class. Being confirmed roots you deeply in our community and profoundly forms your faith. And, if you’d like to get baptized or reconfirm your baptism, this is the class for you. Classes will begin on January 19 and meet Sundays 4-5:30pm, with one all-day Saturday retreat on February 22.
Sign up by January 12 for Confirmation here.
Questions? Contact Discipleship Manager Rachel Adams racheladams@churchrez.org.

Ash Wednesday
2025-03-05
Join us as for Ash Wednesday service as we embark on Lent, the 40-day season before Easter. Join us for services at 7am, 12pm, or 7pm in the sanctuary. The 7pm service will be available on livestream here.
Confessions with a pastoral staff member or trained prayer minister are available at 8am, 1pm, or 5pm in the upstairs offices. Children are welcome to confess if accompanied by a parent. Check out our Confession resource and short liturgy here.
*Please note that confessions are available year-round with a pastor by appointment. To set up an appointment, please email Pastoral Care Pastor Meghan Robins meghanrobins@churchrez.org.
Learn more about Ash Wednesday in this introductory article here.
Photo by Michael Johnson

Rector Search Prayer Meeting
2025-03-12 18:30 - 20:00
Join us as we intercede for the rector search process on Wednesday, March 12, 6:30-8pm, in All Saints Chapel.
You can also sign up to pray for a one-hour slot during Lent to cover the rector search in prayer. Learn more and sign up here.

THRIVE Luncheon
2025-03-16 12:15 - 14:00
Families, individuals, and caregivers impacted by disability are invited to a special THRIVE lunch after the 2nd service on Sunday, March 16, upstairs in the St. Timothy Room. If you are a Buddy to a child with special needs or are interested in becoming a Buddy, you are also welcome!
Questions? Contact ministry leader Jeff Chan at Jeff.chan@chanconsulting.com

Adult Confirmation Service
2025-03-20 18:00 - 19:30
Welcome new members to our congregation at the Adult Confirmation Service on Sunday, March 26, at 6pm, in our sanctuary.

Harbor St. Patrick's Day Party
2025-03-22 19:00 - 22:00
Harbor, a Rez ministry for 20s & 30s, is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day party on Saturday, March 22 at 7pm. Join us for games and raffles as we celebrate the “Luck O’ the Irish” and the beloved Saint Patrick.
Feel free to bring a snack and a friend!
Address: 336 W. Prairie Ave, Wheaton (Mark & Marcia Macy’s Home)
Questions? Email the Harbor Leadership Team (Lindsey, RJ, Christina, Jon, and Emma) at harbor@churchrez.org.

Maundy Thursday Service 7pm
2025-03-23 08:00 - 17:00
We follow Jesus and his disciples the night before he was crucified and remember him through footwashing and Communion.
Learn more about Maundy Thursday here.
Childcare available for ages 0-5.
Livestream available at 7pm here.

Couples Communication Class
2025-03-23 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-30 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-04-06 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-04-13 10:30 - 12:30
Join us for our popular conflict course focused on improving communication and handling tension. Excellent for couples who are seriously dating, engaged, or married, no matter how long. Led by Paul and Laura Chelsen.
Meets Sundays, March 23 to April 13, during the 10:30am service.
Sign up here.

THRIVE Parent Support Group
2025-03-23 12:00 - 13:30
Parents and caregivers of families impacted by disability are invited to our THRIVE support group on Sunday, March 23. Join us after the 2nd service upstairs in the Acts 1 conference room.
Questions? Contact Jeff Chan: Jeff.chan@chanconsulting.com

RezArtists Meeting
2025-03-23 16:00 - 18:00
Find inspiration, encouragement, and fellowship among other creatives at the RezArtists Meeting on Sunday, March 23, 4-6pm. Ages 18 and older.
Bring your creative work to share: songs, poems, performances, or visual works. Feel free to invite a fellow artist.
Location: Janice Wood’s home, 811 Grove Avenue, West Chicago
Questions? Email Janice Wood at jayjanwood@gmail.com.

RezFast for Holy Week
2025-03-26 18:30 - 20:30
Please join us on Wednesday, March 26, at 6:30pm in our sanctuary for RezFast. Fast for a meal or two, if you’re able, then come and worship and pray with us for the Lord to work in powerful ways in our community and world during Holy Week.

Sunday Afternoon Prayer Appointments
2025-04-06 13:30 - 14:30
If you are looking for a connection point with God, we invite you to sign up for a Sunday afternoon prayer appointment. In these hour long prayer times, two pastoral leaders will lead you in healing prayer and connecting to Jesus. These appointments are usually available on the last Sunday of the month. Sunday, April 6, is an exception to the norm.

Sign up here.

Questions? Email Coordinator Leslie.Weinzettel@gmail.com.

Palm Sunday Services: 8:30 and 11am
2025-04-13 08:30 - 13:00
Take part in a celebratory outdoor procession that mirrors Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. Enjoy a Gospel reading that foretells coming events.
Please plan to arrive early and dress for the weather.
Services are at 8:30 and 11am. Please not the later start time of the second service.
Children’s worship available for ages 0 to 5th grade. Parents, please check children into RezKids before the service begins.
Livestream: 11 am only here.

Good Friday Events & Services
2025-04-18 11:00 - 22:00
Confessions: 11am-12pm, upstairs offices
Meet with a pastoral leader who will lead you through a brief liturgy. Anyone is welcome, including children accompanied by a parent.
Stations of the Cross: 12pm & 1:30pm
No livestream. Reflect on the last hours of Christ’s life through song and prayer as we travel to stations in our building and outside.
Our outdoor stations are accessible; you can remain on pavement if you prefer.
All ages welcome; no childcare.
Good Friday Service: 3pm & 7pm
Our Good Friday service testifies to how Jesus’ sacrifice can free and heal us. Enter into events of the crucifixion with a dramatic reading of the Passion. Worship with our musicians as you wait to approach our large wooden cross in the sanctuary, where you may kneel and/or pray.
The 3pm service is more family-friendly. Childcare available for ages 0-5 at 3pm only.
Livestream available at 7pm only here.
Learn more about Good Friday here.

Great Vigil Light and Lessons 2pm & 7pm
2025-04-19 14:00 - 21:00
Light and Lessons: 2pm and 7pm
Our journey begins in candlelight as the ancient Exsultet chant ushers us into the Old Testament story of salvation history, presented through theater and music in our sanctuary.
See the Old Testament readings known as the “Salvation History” and learn more about Light and Lessons here.
Childcare available for ages 0-5 at 2pm only
Livestream available at 7pm only here.

Outdoor Prayer Walk 9:45-11pm
2025-04-19 21:45 - 23:00
At 9:45pm, following the Light and Lessons 7pm service, join us for an outdoor prayer walk and processional to commence the All Night Vigil, leaving from the narthex.
Dress for the weather, bring a flashlight if you desire.
No livestream or childcare.
Learn more about the Great Vigil of Easter here.

All Night Vigil 11pm - 5am
2025-04-19 23:00 - 2025-04-20 05:00
Saturday, 11pm to Sunday, 5am, in the sanctuary
Wait and watch with the Church through the night of Holy Saturday with worship, Easter Vigil Scriptures, preaching, and extended time for prayer.
No livestream or childcare.
Learn more about the Easter Vigil here.

Easter Sunday Services: 6am & 10am
2025-04-20 06:00 - 12:00
Easter Sunday services: 6am & 10am
Encounter Jesus at our joyful celebration of his resurrection! A continuation of the Vigil services begun the day before, our Easter morning services have identical liturgies. They include: the Acclamation that “Christ is Risen!”, the Holy Noise, baptisms, and the first Communion of Easter.
Bring your own Easter bells to ring!
Children’s worship available for ages 0-5 at 10am only.
Livestream is available at 10am only here.
Learn more about Easter Sunday here.

Board Games & Puzzles
2025-04-25 18:00 - 21:00
Enjoy playing board games or working on puzzles? Want to meet more folks at Rez? Join us on the 4th Fridays of the month, 6-9pm. All are welcome to this family-friendly event. Bring your own snacks. Location: upstairs, St. Gregory Room. Questions? Contact andrew.merrick51395@gmail.com

THRIVE Parent Support Group - Apr 27
2025-04-27 12:00 - 13:30
Parents and caregivers of families impacted by disability are invited to our THRIVE support group on Sunday, April 27. Join us after the 2nd service upstairs in the Acts 1 conference room.
Questions? Contact Jeff Chan: Jeff.chan@chanconsulting.com

RezArtists Meeting
2025-04-27 16:00 - 18:00
Find inspiration, encouragement, and fellowship among other writers, artists, and musicians at the RezArtists Meeting on Sunday, April 27, 4-6pm. Ages 18 and older.
Bring your creative work to share: songs, poems, performances, or visual works. Feel free to invite a fellow artist.
Location: The Macy home at 336 West Prairie Avenue, Wheaton IL 60187.
Questions? Email Janice Wood at jayjanwood@gmail.com.

First Step
2025-05-04 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-11 10:30 - 11:30
New to Resurrection? Want to learn more? Try First Step, a two-part introduction to who we are as a church. Meet key leaders, learn about our history and values, and connect with other new people. Includes coffee/tea and treats. No sign up needed, just come!
Sundays, May 4 and 11, 10:30am, upstairs in the office hospitality area.
Questions? Contact Discipleship Manager Rachel Adams at racheladams@churchrez.org

Harbor Bonfire!
2025-05-16 19:00 - 22:00
Harbor, a Rez ministry for 20s & 30s, is hosting an end-of-ministry-year bonfire! We will gather on Friday, May 16 at 7pm at the Davis’s home. Join us for s’mores and games.
Come with a friend (optional) and a snack (also optional)!
May 16th (7-10pm)
Address: 29W260 Iroquois Ct N, Warrenville, IL 60555-2105 (Davis Home)
Note: Google Maps may say that this is a West Chicago address. It will take you to the correct location. Their home is west of Blackwell Forest Preserve.
To be added to the Harbor WhatApp group, email the Harbor Leadership Team (Lindsey, RJ, Christina, Jon, and Emma) at harbor@churchrez.org.
