Groups + Classes

Alpha

Mondays, 6:30-8pm, Sept. 12-Nov. 14 (except Oct. 31), includes dinner
Join a conversation around life, faith and meaning. Alpha is a series of group conversations that explore the basics of the Christian faith in a friendly environment. It’s a place to connect with people, where you can say anything you like or nothing at all. Everyone’s welcome. You’re invited,  no matter your background or beliefs.  Learn more and sign up here.

Men’s Bible Study

Saturday mornings, 8-9am, via Zoom
This ongoing men’s Bible study is continuing its study of the Gospel of John. No sign-up necessary; men are welcome to “drop in” any Saturday. Led by Canon Stephen Gauthier. Join here.

Women’s Bible Study

Saturday mornings, 8-9am, via Zoom

This ongoing women’s Bible study is focusing on 1 and 2 Thessalonians. No sign-up necessary; women are welcome to come when they can.  No homework or advance preparation but lots of in-depth teaching and lively discussion. Led by Barbara Gauthier. Join here.

Men’s Retreat 

October 21-22, 2022
Cedar Lakes Ministries in Cedar Lakes, Indiana

Come for a time of fun, fellowship, and reconnecting with the joy of manhood at the RezMen 2022 Retreat. The weekend will include worship and teaching as well as opportunities to enjoy Cedar Lake’s fantastic recreational facilities. Sign ups will be open from Sept. 18-Oct. 2.

Fr. Brett Crull
brettcrull@churchrez.org

Whether you’re just checking things out or ready to dive in, we want to connect you to all that Rez has to offer.

Our events are designed to help students understand what Anglicanism is all about and build relationships with pastors, older adults, and other students. Join us!

RezCollege Dinners Fall 2022:
Sunday, September 18, 5:30-7:30pm
Join us for games, fellowship and good food and learn more from Deacon Will about our church and Anglicanism. Sign up here.

Sunday, October 30, 5:30-7:30pm
Celebrate the Feast of All Saints early as we learn about the church calendar and traditions.

Sunday, November 20, 5:30-7:30pm
Join us for Deacon Will’s talk on dating and friendships.

Sunday, December 4, 5:30-7:30pm
Join us for an Advent devotional and cookie decorating contest.

Questions? Reach out to Will Chester at willchester@churchrez.org.

RezKids

Nursery-Fifth grade
Sundays, 8:30 & 10:30
Mid-Week Ministry: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00pm

We support children and families as they flourish in faith together, growing in relationship with Jesus and his church.

On Sunday mornings, children of all ages encounter Jesus through Bible stories, worship, prayer, and activities. At the end of each service, children return to the main sanctuary to take part in Communion and worship with their families.

Join our kids mid-week ministry on Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:00pm for fellowship and fun activities. Children gather in small groups for activities, including a Scripture story and a biblical teaching. Invite your friends. No sign-up needed. Fall term starts September 21, 2022.

Serve

Join our dynamic team and use your gifts to serve our children! Whether shepherding a group, telling a story, or checking in families on Sundays, there’s a place for you. Sign up here.

Baptism

We welcome infants and children who will be raised by families of faith into the church through the sacrament of baptism. We baptize on four days:

November 6, 2022 – All Saints Sunday
January 15, 2023 – Baptism of Our Lord
April 9, 2023 – Easter Sunday
June 28, 2023 – Pentecost

Interested in having your child baptized? Complete our baptism application here.

RezYouth

Middle School

• • 6th-8th grade
  • Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00pm
  • Sixth Grade Welcome Night: September 7
  • Fall Launch: September 14

High School

• 9th-12th grade
• Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm
• Fall Launch: September 14

Senior Cohort

• 12th grade
• Sundays, 1:00-3:00pm
• Registration required, sign up here

RezYouth gathers to encourage and equip students in their faith through worship and prayer, teaching, friendship, and mission. We support families by providing opportunities for students to process their thoughts and feelings in small groups with like-minded peers and caring adults.

Check out our youth page for upcoming events for middle and high school students.

Serve

Serve on our team as a weekly RezYouth leader investing in a small group or by hosting or helping with occasional events and supporting Wednesday nights. Contact Pastor Will for more info at willchester@churchrez.org

Get to know others while serving Jesus and his church.

Teams

Our vision is for team members to transformed by using their gifts to participate in Christ’s redemptive work. We invite you to serve on a team and get to know others better while discovering and using your gifts.

Service Teams prepare and execute practical aspects of Sunday services, such as tech team, preparing or serving Eucharist, and welcoming others into the building.

Discipleship Teams serve our children (RezKids), youth (RezYouth), and adults, and include community care and prayer ministries.

Communications Teams welcome people by creating print and digital content.

Worship Teams help lead our people into the Lord’s presence through voice and instruments.

Local Missions Teams are formed around partnerships with local organizations, serving some of the most vulnerable people in our area. Visit the “Local Missions” connect card on the previous page for details.

Learn more about our teams here. Sign up or have a staff person reach out to you here.

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. No sign-up needed; just come!

• Sundays, Sept 11 & 18, 10:30-11:30 am
• Upstairs in the office hospitality area

-Find out more about the Christian faith

-Meet leaders, ask questions, make connections

-Learn about our history, beliefs, and values

No RSVP needed!
Children are welcome to participate in RezKids during First Step. 

Join our 5-week small group for newcomers

Following First Step, join this group to form relationships with leaders and other newcomers. Receive in-depth teachings on our church values and our Anglican identity. Learn about how to grow in our community.

When:
Wednesdays from Sept. 28-Oct. 26
6:30-8:30pm

Where: This group meets at a home in the area. You will receive the address after you sign up.

Friends growing in faith and mission.

• A RezGroup is a community of 8-12 people who meet regularly from September thru June to:
  • Read and discuss the Bible
  • Pray with and for each other
  • Build spiritual friendships by sharing life together
  • Grow in the unique personal mission God has given you

Sign-ups for RezGroups are open August 17-September 5. Sign up here!

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.

Classes meet Sundays, 4-5:30pm, October 2 to November 20, with a day retreat on Saturday, November 5.

Learn more and sign up here.

Through our local missions teams, we serve and advocate for some of the most vulnerable people in DuPage County and Chicagoland.

Our four main teams are formed around partnerships with local organizations or local churches:

Welcome New Neighbors with World Relief 

We partner with World Relief Chicagoland to walk alongside and provide practical help to new refugees and immigrants in the first year of their arrival. From picking up a family from the airport, setting up an apartment, or becoming a Friendship Partner, there are so many ways to engage!

Learn more and get involved: churchrez.org/worldrelief-welcome

Sanctity of Life

The Sanctity of Life Team works to protect the lives of the unborn, support their parents & families, and communicate healing love and the hope that it brings. We partner with Caring Network Illinois, which serves women facing unplanned pregnancies.

Since spring 2020, we have opened our warehouse to house and safely distribute baby supplies (such as diapers and wipes) to parents in need. We have also participated in several large diaper drives at Christ Tabernacle Church (another ministry partner) in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago.

To learn more about Sanctity of Life at Rez, visit churchrez.org/sanctityoflife

Replanted

Replanted is a support ministry for families considering or engaged in adoption or foster care.

Support groups for Replanted families meet monthly.

Replanted welcomes volunteers! Opportunities include:

• Provide childcare during small groups
• Set up and serve dinner
• Reset facility and clean up

Learn more and/or sign up to volunteer at monthly meetings here

Replanted Contact:
Sarah Roney
Chicagoland District Director
roney.sarah@ymail.com

To learn more about the Replanted ministry, visit replantedministry.org

We respond to Jesus’ command to bring his good news to all the nations of the earth (Matthew 28:18-20). Our vision for global missions is to send sons and daughters of Rez to places where the church is not visible or viable. As their sending church, we support our missionaries both financially and in prayer.

Are you discerning a call to global missions? You can start by filling out our Explore Missions Questionnaire.

Missionaries

We support and partner with 15 missionary households in Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the Middle East.

Reciprocal Global Partnerships

We have key partnerships with churches in Nigeria, Singapore, Cambodia, and Brazil.

Our vision for pastoral and community care is that the body of Christ would be equipped to minister to each other and help carry each other’s burdens while in the midst of crises and difficult life situations.

• Referrals to counselors and spiritual directors
• Meals in times of need or transition
• Limited financial assistance
• Pastoral or prayer appointments
• Mentoring for engaged couples

Learn more here.