The International House of Prayer Chicago is the local chapter of the International House of Prayer, an evangelical missionary organization based in Kansas City.
The church caters to young adults and seeks to engage young people in praying 24/7. All denominations are welcome to attend prayer at any point, and services are held every two hours. The church is open for roughly 100 hours per week but is in the process of increasing its hours in order to keep its doors open around the clock for prayer and services.
The International House of Prayer Chicago is located in the same shopping mall as Century Tile off Bolingbrook Drive, and is visible from I-55.
This non-profit arts center was founded more than 50 years ago, as an outlet for North Shore artists. Just north of downtown Highland Park, the experience begins before one even walks inside. The grounds of the center are alive with sculptures of various types. Inside, information about classes, exhibitions and workshops are offered. The center is supported by donations, and those who donate receive special privileges as members.
This non profit warehouse was founded in 1984 and provides food and essential items to people living in Naperville and DuPage. The pantry also provides pet food for pet owners. Donations may be dropped off during office hours.
Like many other churches in Lemont, St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church began in the mid-19th century when the area was being settled by European immigrants. After decades of growth, a fire destroyed the inside of the church in 1918. During the rebuilding process, the congregation used Bethany Lutheran Church's facilities to hold its worship services.
Today, the St. Matthew congregation still operates in the rebuilt facility on Lemont Street. In addition to weekly worship services, the church offers Bible studies, youth groups, Sunday School, music ministries and service opportunities.
Grace Fellowship Church, one of Mokena's newer churches, continuously seeks out ways to connect with its congregation. Instead of a choir, it has a worship team that plays contemporary church songs on guitars and drums. When a recent study of British men found that singing in church was a deterrent for them to attend, Grace Fellowship introduced an earlier, "2-The-Point" service, which is the regular service with the music removed (services with music continue at their regular time).
Grace Fellowship also has youth, men's and women's ministries, Bible study and small groups.
The Iron Oaks Environmental Learning Center is a 37-acre nature preserve in which the main focus is environmental education and outdoor recreation. A joint project between the Homewood-Flossmoor Park Distric and Olympia Fields Park District, it is open to the public for group outings, outdoor classroom education, corporate outings, team building and private events. Indoor facilities include room rentals and The Discovery Center, which are available for birthday parties, bridal and baby showers, weddings, student groups, corporate seminars and presentations. Iron Oaks is open year around.
The Carousel Shop is a resale shop hearkening back to the 1930s, whose proceeds benefit the Community Nurse Health Association's free clinic. On the main floor, the store carries many name brands, such as J. Crew, DKNY, Chicos, and Banana Republic. Home furnishings and jewelry can also be found on the main floor, and there is a section for art and used books on the western wall. Downstairs, you can find used golf clubs, toys and a bargain section. Outside the store are used bikes and other bargains. The staff is friendly, and the shop is always accepting new volunteers.
Headed by Pastor Michael LeBuhn, Calvary Assembly of God was founded in 1931. The church’s mission is to help parishioners develop a fulfilling relationship with God through fellowship groups and Bible study. Additional services include youth groups and blogs, which give parishoners the chance to ask questions and seek clarification on Biblical and worldly issues.
Unity Church on the North Shore is located on Central St., west of Hunter Rd. Weekly worship services are held every Sunday at 10:30am, with Sunday-school classes for preschool though high-school-aged kids and nursery services for the youngest members. Study groups and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are offered at the church during the week.
The First Baptist Church of La Grange was founded in 1884, five years after La Grange became a village. Today, it continues to anchor the Baptist community, offering choir, youth and adult Bible studies and a slew of special events listed on its online calendar and its newsletter, Chimes. In addition to its own programs, the First Baptist Church of La Grange hosts the Cub Pack 39 and Scout Troop 39 and a career resource center. It also allocates space to the St. Francis Xavier School East Campus.
This parish is located on the corner of 103rd Street and Kolmar Avenue. St. Nicholas operates several youth programs, evening adult Bible study groups and choir practices. It also erected Dochios Kamberos Community Center annexed to the church, which features a large gym for recreational activities.
Congregation Beth Shalom is a Jewish synagogue in the Conservative, Egalitarian tradition. A part of the community since 1967, Congregation Beth Shalom has been providing meaningful religious services, religious education and celebrating life-cycle events with its members every day of the week for the past 43 years. Congregation Beth Shalom has also established itself in the North Shore community through its outreach and charity programs across Chicagoland.