Exciting and Inspirational

We thoroughly enjoyed the service at Urban Village Church — it was exciting and inspirational. It is refreshing to experience a church service where love, community and inclusion are central themes. The message was relevant and moving, and the testimony was a very nice touch–having lay folks speak about their personal experiences. I was very pleased to see more racial diversity than I am used to in church. AND THE MUSIC!!!!! THE MUSIC WAS AWESOME!!!

- Nikki V.

A new church home

I must say, I have not felt “at home” in a church in quite some time (6 years ago!), but I felt at home at Sunday’s UVC service. I am very excited about UVC. Six years of waiting, seeking, struggle, frustration, and prayer has paid off!

- Shelly G.

The worship was emotional

The worship was a very emotional event for me and something that had not happened in many, many years. I feel like I have found a “home” in Urban Village and am so happy that we found each other.

- Karen C.

I’m seeking a church where I can grow

Being gay and Christian has its own unique challenge. Many churches would flat out reject me; others might accept me, but the relationship would be uneasy and awkward, underlaid with a hope that I would hop on the change train. I’m seeking a church where I can grow in my faith as a believer and Christ follower, a place to both receive and contribute without the pressure of feeling I have to change or “straighten up.

- David M.

it’s not about who they think I should be

At Urban Village Church, it’s not about who they think I should be. I am welcomed and accepted simply for who I am.

- Rob A.

I’m on the lookout for genuine community

I’m skeptical about institutionalized religion; nevertheless I’m on the lookout for genuine community that is not self-centered.

- Morris F.

I am excited to be part of a community

I am excited to be part of a community of people interested in exploring their faith and growing closer to God together.

- Holly K.

I am excited to join a church

I am excited to join a church that will integrate the best of the evangelical tradition I left behind and the liberal mainline tradition to which I now loosely belong.

- Matt R.

I want to be part of a church that can thrive

I’m a graduate student in Chicago. I want to be part of a church that can thrive without legitimating anyone’s cultural hangups on the one hand or affirming people without challenging them on the other.

- Kyle R.

I’m excited to join a fun, inclusive, diverse group

I’m excited to join a young (or young-at-heart), fun, inclusive, diverse group with which to worship in downtown Chicago. Here’s to a new take on organized religion!

- Laura M.