Each year, as Lent approaches, many Christians find themselves asking what they should “give up for Lent.”  Though it is not mandatory for a Protestant believer to do so, it has become a tradition in many denominations to fast or abstain from something (food, vices, or other daily enjoyments). Some congregants have asked where this…

This coming Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the Lenten season. On Ash Wednesday, we recall the biblical custom of covering ourselves in ashes. By doing this, we mark ourselves in two ways: as those who are in mourning for our crucified Christ, and as those who are filled with a heart…

We have finished January and are moving into February. While this may be the shortest month, there’s definitely no shortage of ministry activities. In light of recent events, nationally and internationally, we enter into this busy time. I encourage everyone to dedicate time for meditation and solitude. In just a couple of weeks, we will begin…

It was some years ago, while living on the West Coast and visiting Chicago, I was walking downtown and doing my best to keep up with the pace. The memories of being in downtown Chicago were filled with the expectations of seeing people that I knew while growing up who worked in the city. I…

In just the first 19 days of January, how quickly we are now approaching the final days for this first month of the New Year. So far, what has been your biggest story and your most life changing moment? As I continue to reflect on the thoughts and directions that is filled with multiple stories, I…

After the first full week of January and in “looking ahead,” we all have experienced an occasional unexpected or unplanned activity. The unexpected events will frequently require immediate attention with actions that we may have not anticipated in our “looking ahead.” These thoughts came to mind as I reflected on the first few days of…

The beginning of the New Year is often filled with resolutions and new commitments. It is also a perfect time to complete unfinished projects that were carried into the New Year. Our initial focus for this next phase in the life of CBC is “Looking Ahead.” As the year was ending, I received a communication…

What a year 2023 has been at CBC! We have been blessed throughout the year to be in ministry together in serving one another as we reach out to our Warrenville community. It has truly been a year of transition and it is great to witness all of the CBC ministries functioning with purpose. Just as many other…

We received a wonderful Advent joyful message through song on this past Sunday from the choir. It was also a great moment to celebrate Sue Pastorek for the 30+ years of service at CBC. In the wonderful spirit of CBC love and hospitality, the surprise recognition was a memorable moment with flowers and an engraved vase.…

We continue the Advent Season this weekend with JOY. In our previous weeks, the Advent theme of ARRIVAL has given us reflections on both HOPE and PEACE. May our daily readings and prayer emphasis provide us with a more profound meaning of this year’s theme – “ARRIVAL.” The JOY of Christ will cause us a…