Most members are from the near-west suburb of Oak Park. The remainder come from Chicago and near and far Chicago suburbs. We attract people because of our unique spirit, our friendliness, our diversity, and our long history of social justice work. We are diverse in many ways: In age, members and friends range from babies through about 95; economically, union members and professionals mix in regular fellowship. Many read the current press and follow international issues and engage actively in social justice movements. See Social Action .
Most members participate on committees supporting the congregation’s goals and addressing needs, such as, developing program, supporting the minister, caring for ill members, planning events, or, simply, promoting inquiry and fellowship. See Committees .
Occasionally, we have lay-led services, drawing on the rich resource of talents, interests and experiences found in our congregation.
You can expect us to pay little attention to style, and much attention to substance. We will be interested in who you are, welcome you with whatever gifts and quirks you bring and whatever your current circumstances.You will find that we don't look much like TV stars or a TV church, but we do look a lot like America with its economic and racial diversity.
Our size allows people to get to know other members well, grow together in spirit, and share views on life and the larger world. See Spirit .
More on the congregation at History and Membership .
