Religion roundup: Outdoor concert, rosary relay, parish picnic and more

Religion roundup: Outdoor concert, rosary relay, parish picnic and more

Evergreen Park

Immanuel United Church of Christ, 9815 S. Campbell Ave.: Evergreenia Concert on the Lawn on June 8. The picnic starts at 4:30 p.m. and the community concert begins at 5:30 p.m. The theme is “summertime.” The church invites members and friends of nearby UCC congregations to the event: Pilgrim Faith and Salem in Oak Lawn, Christ Memorial in Blue Island and Peace Memorial in Palos Park. Immanuel UCC will provide hot dogs and hamburgers, but attendees are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. Participants also should bring blankets or folding chairs and beverages of their choice. Sign up in the church narthex with the number of attendees and what food item will be brought. Information: 708-424-3755.

Alsip

Incarnation St. Terrence Parish, 4300 W. 119th Place:  Annual Global Rosary Relay for the sanctification of priests is set for 6:30 p.m. June 7. Attendees should arrive by 6:15 p.m. After the rosary for priests is prayed, the first Friday Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus will begin at 7 p.m. That service is designed to increase love for Jesus and to make reparation for past and present offenses against his love. It includes quiet, prayerful time. Information: https://incparish.com/

Flossmoor

St. John the Evangelist Parish, 2640 Park Drive: Annual parish picnic on June 2. The church has a single service at 9 a.m. that day with the picnic following. Games for people of all ages will be available, but attendees may bring their own. Everything will take place inside because of the cicadas. Friends are welcome.

Wednesday Morning Devotion starts at 9:30 a.m. June 5 and repeats the first Wednesday of each month. It will be held over Zoom and led by a member of the Lydia chapter for Daughters of the King. To join the meeting, find the link on the church website. Information: www.mysje.org or 708-798-4150.

Palos Heights

Palos Bible Church, 12701 S 70th Ave.: The Great Jungle Journey Vacation Bible School Kids! Club starts in late June. It’s open to children 3 years old to fifth grade. Sessions are 5:30 to 8 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays June 17, 19, 21, 24 and 26. A family fun night is set for June 28. Register in advance at palosbible.churchcenter.com/registrations. Sign up using the grade the child just completed. Information: 708-448-2223.

Palos Park

Wayside Chapel at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway: Anniversary dinner and renewal of vows at 4:30 p.m. June 16. Couples are welcome to celebrate their July, August or September anniversaries. Begin with fellowship in the Great Hall at 4:30 p.m., followed by a candlelight dinner and then renewal of wedding vows in the chapel. Cost is $100. Reservations are required before June 10. Call 708-361-3650.

What’s going on at your church? Let us know by sending us an email including time, date, place and public contact information at least two weeks before the event or reservation deadline at religion@southtownstar.com.

 

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