After leaving our church we searched for a new church and religion that included more God. We…read morelooked at this one and the Very Reverend C. welcomed us so kindly and graciously that we had to come back. Soon I was baptized and loving every minute of being an Episcopalian. Wonderful people and so many kind and friendly members. I'm thinking we may spend forever with this group. Thank you everyone.

CHS has seemingly created an entire experience around the many facets of Faith ... great music…read moreprogram and add-on's like ample parking and outdoor services...

I've been attending this church for the past 6 months now ( mostly the crossroads campus since it's…read morecloser to my home), and it's been absolutely amazing experience attending this church. People are friendly, worship is awesome, and pastor Mikes sermons are really good! I've been able to transition very smoothly into the church after leaving my former church. Such a good place to worship our awesome God, and dive into the word with other followers!

An amazing service for my first time attending this church. Christ centered to the core! My…read morechildren loved there small groups and activities involved. Will definitely be attending again and hope to soon become a member. Finally feeling like I have a home after not being able to attend church in quite a while. The sermon was theologically and biblical sound! Mike noticed we were new and without hesitation he approached us and made us feel welcomed. Looking forward to hearing Ben preach as well since I have heard many great things! The best part is that it's only a 15 min drive! Thats a blessing!

This preschool is amazing and has been a great fit for all 3 of my children! The teachers (all…read morehighly educated and beyond qualified) are amazing at what they do! The curriculum is play-based and more than prepares the children for success in Kindergarten and beyond!

From the owner: Weekday Preschool, Childcare, Sunday School and Adult Education…read more The First Presbyterian Church of Lake Forest was, literally, the first in Lake Forest, founded in 1859 by a group from the Second Presbyterian Church in Chicago. We have long striven to uphold the church founders' ideals of worshiping God, living and working as community dedicated to a Christian life, and to the betterment on Earth through education and benevolences. Education continues to be an integral part of the life of the church community. In addition to our Sunday School and childcare services, we also offer ongoing adult education groups and seminars. Music, too, has been vital to the worship life of the church from the beginning. Early services included a volunteer choir accompanied by a hand-blown organ. Now, in addition to our Casavant organ, we feature 10 different adult, youth, and children's choral groups, with opportunities available to instrumental and vocal soloists as well. From the earliest days of the church, systematic contributions were encouraged with particular Sundays designated for major benevolences. Today, many of our events are coordinated by the members of our mission committees. They are active throughout the county and in the global community, in many ministries that have direct effect on those served. We invite all to join us in service! Please visit our website, or call or visit our church, to learn more about First Presbyterian Church of Lake Forest.

Great new church in Vernon Hills!…read more This is a new campus of the multi-site church known as The Orchard, with campuses in Barrington, Arlington Heights, Northfield, Itasca, and Marengo. Colin Smith is the senior pastor. This church is a bible-believing Evangelical church. See website: www.theorchardefc.org

From the owner: Located in Vernon Hills, IL | Services: Sundays, 9:30 & 11 am…read more The Orchard is a multi-site Gospel church. God's Word is at the center of all we do. At The Orchard, our beliefs are rooted exclusively in Scripture. In fact, we don't have much to say unless it comes from the Word of God. We believe the Bible is complete, authoritative, and true for everyone at every time in the past, present, and future. These beliefs drive our decisions and inspire our worship and preaching of God's Word. The Orchard is a place where you can grow in faith, hope and love through the gospel of Jesus Christ. No matter where you are in your walk with God, we'd love to get to know you, and you are welcome here.

I felt more welcomed at Faith on my first visit than I did at any of the other churches in the…read morearea. Since officially joining the church membership, my appreciation for the pastor and the whole community has only grown.

This is a wonderful church that our family immediately knew we would go back to the following week…read more The members are so welcoming and the sermons make you feel the presence of The Holy Spirit in your heart. Feeling welcomed by members, and feeling Christ's presence; Nothing better than that.

I wanted to do something different and new today so I headed here with my husband for their 10:15am…read moreservice. This church was mentioned in a book I read recently and I wanted to check it out. As we drove up, we saw a small church tucked away in the trees near an old barn and some children's play equipment. The scene conjured up the feeling of a friendly, small town. Thankfully, that's exactly what it felt like inside. Tea and coffee was available on a table in the hallway. Several women greeted us, and after learning we were new, gave us some information and asked/answered questions. We immediately felt very welcome. In the main room, several rows of chairs are arranged in a circle around a table with candles. This set-up, where everyone is able to see everyone, allows for more connection and communication with others. Half of the time, it didn't feel like we were at church, but rather, some large meeting. The service was very unique. It was a little bit of tradition sprinkled with some modern aspects of worship, several prayers, communion, a sermon, and contemporary worship with lyrics on a projection screen. I couldn't tell who the pastor was -- several people led the service. Because of the circle arrangement, these people stood at different points in the room. Children were also included as part of the congregation; they were dismissed to their own group prior to the sermon and came back in before communion. The congregation was a great mix of ages: babies, kids, teenagers, young adults, parents, and the elderly. Everyone fit in. After attending a mega-church for awhile, this close-knit community church was a breath of much-needed fresh air. We left the church in a great mood. If you're looking for a unique, connected, spiritual community, try this. You might see me there.

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.

Really beautiful chapel! I have lots of fond memories growing up here and exploring all the…read moregorgeous art and statues housed within. There is art just about everywhere you look. Be sure to take the walkway behind the altar or check out the choir lofts to see even more.

I was here for a women's retreat with my church- we didn't go to the church but went to the retreat…read morecenter called Techny Towers. This is a totally cool place with a beautiful sanctuary. The meals for the retreats are very good- great selection with a big salad bar, fruit, soup and then hot choices too. They have basic retreat rooms- very simple but I think they each have their own bathroom and the rooms were very clean. The meeting rooms are also good. Overall I highly recommend Techny Towers for a retreat!

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