23 years ago I came to St Mary of Vernon church because it was close to my home and the…read moreparishioners were so welcoming. I have stayed a parishioner all these years because it has helped me become a better person by reinforcing on a weekly basis the message of good and God. I have also found that with over 60 clubs over the years I have been able to apply my beliefs with the churches PADS ministry for the homeless, the Men's Club(helping create a sense of community with their annual fish fries, baseball games, etc), with Lake County United(addressing issues with affordable housing and mental illness), the gardening ministry(who does not see God's beauty in nature) and in my small bible study/reading group. If you are looking to become a better version of yourself, I encourage you to visit St Mary of Vernon's church and visit with some of their groups:). Remember, you and I are the church and we get out of the church what you put into it. Our faith starts with each of us

I'm agnostic. I need to see it in order to believe it. I don't believe blindly and because…read moresomeone told me to do so. And I swear, the priests and other religious leaders at the church know this about me. It's like they can see that I don't really believe. I feel like a freakin' fraud every time I get communion. But... that is another story for another day. I blame this on whatever Catholic guilt I may have. Anyhoo, if you are going to mass on the big holidays (ie: Easter and Christmas) - get there EARLY. Otherwise, you will have to sit with the latecomers (and the crying babies and rowdy children) in the original section of the church. The church was renovated a few years ago and it looks really beautiful. Thankfully, they do have two large projector screens so you can see what's going on with the mass. You can hear alright back there too, but if you want the real experience, try to snag a seat in the actual church section. On the plus side, the choir is really great. Sometimes, they play upbeat tunes, which gets me out of my sleeping with my eyes open daze. Bottom line, nice church, good choir, get there early to snag a seat. 3 solid stars since I'm not religious, but I can spare the hour to go if requested by family.

Loved, loved, loved it here. It's a very beautiful place to visit and well worth the trip. I highly…read morerecommend it

I have attended this church since my friends Sida and Roger, her husband, told us about it. In…read moreDecember of 2022 I went for colonoscopy and was diagnosed with Colon Cancer that brought my world as I knew it to and end so I as a catholic reach out to God and attended this church that was recommended to me by dear friends. I fell in love the minute I walked in. It's beautiful and peaceful and very welcoming. I was blessed by the priest after the mass after telling him my diagnosis. January of 2023, I was in the hospital having my surgery to remove the cancer and part of the spleen it was attached to. I was hospitalized for 2 weeks because of complications and was sent home with an attached colostomy bag, and 5 weeks later, I was hospitalized to have it reversed and removed. I spent a week there and made beautiful kind friends with the nurses and doctors at NW. I'm cancer free due to their care and everyone prayers. I visited the church again this past Saturday to thank the priest for his blessing, and he kindly said, "I was just God's messanger, and you are a miracle child." I took that to heart because I've always preached to everyone to be kind, and here I was in front of this religious man telling me I'm a miracle. God bless him, my NW nurses, and my team of doctors, especially my surgeon Dr. Poilyn and Dr. Chang. Please go visit this church whether you are Catholic or not. It's open 24 hours every day, and it's a beautiful church. Also, it has a gift shop open on Saturday.

We attended the wonderful dress rehearsal and wedding of two of its members…read more It has a good location and a nice sized parking lot. The vibe to me was "come and fellowship with us. Anyway, we're glad you're here." If we weren't from out of state, looking further into attending a service here could be an option. I think it'd be worth finding out.

I've been attending church here for the last few years and it is a beautiful church filled with…read morepeople who truly want to love their community and the world around them. The kids enjoy Sunday school and all the various activities the church plans. The church is diverse in culture and embraces everyone.

A place you can call home! This church is so welcoming, my…read morefamily and I decided to make it our church home. Come out and experience God's love through people! Every Sunday 9AM and 11AM services.

I've called Immanuel my home for over 50 years and it is so welcoming and the sermons are always on…read more track. I now travel 1 1/2 hrs to come there when I can because I moved but I still watch on line

I love this church! We have only been members for about 5 years, but we have found interesting…read morestudies, beautiful music and good friends there. There is so much offered - senior programs, teen programs, programs for children. I joke that I could set up a cot there and it would be easier!!! as we are there so often. I will be forever grateful for this welcoming, friendly church.

This is indeed a church of love and a church of prayer. CLCBC has a heart to welcome all in that…read morewant to know Jesus and be known by others in the family of God. Gospel teaching and a challenge to share the love of Jesus with others outside the church walls are hallmarks.

Nice Church to hear the word of God.I would definitely recommend this place to anyoneread more

WPC has fed and sustained my faith and my family for over 60 years. Friendly. Together. Young and…read moreOld. Great children and young adults programs.

When we moved to Winnetka eleven years ago, we were looking for a church that felt like a…read morecommunity, had a great youth program to help us raise our two kids to be morally strong, and a pastor that inspired us. We found all of those things at WPC and became official members a year later. This is a church that inspires us to action and has given us ways to teach our kids about helping the homeless, hungry, and lonely in the north shore. The focus isn't so much on the church as a building, but as a group of people who can make a difference. During quarantine, the weekly service has been broadcast on Vimeo so our family still has a routine each week for some spiritual reflection together.

Jeff and I have been members of this church for 30+ years. What we like about it?…read more 1. it exists to serve, to be helpful. It's not judgy. It's authentic to the man who came down here to truly show us how to live, how to treat our neighbors, and who our neighbors truly are (everyone, regardless of labels). 2. the missions we offer include 12 step programs, and a resale/mission store (JARS) that serves the community, plus giving missions throughout the year that help folks who need help 3. we have wonderful preachers! You won't be bored listening to their message. 4. we are member of the Reconciling Ministries Network (RMN), open and welcoming to members of the LGBTQ community

The church everyone is family. All welcome!!All means All…read more I've been attending this church for many years and I cannot tell everyone is so welcoming and supportive. Throughout the years I have met so many people that are considered as family. We are always there for each-other no matter what and not just on Sundays. Please consider coming and visiting us to see for yourselves.