Groups and Programs
Prayer/ Meditation Group
On Monday, September 8, 2025, the Prayer Group will resume its twice weekly schedule of meeting on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.
The group receives prayer requests steadily, and we have had the opportunity to celebrate some wonderful events.
If you are curious about participating in this experience, feel free to visit using this link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82407160213?pwd=Y0NMc3loM2ZET2wyZVBYajVCbHBKZz09
Meeting ID: 824 0716 0213
Passcode: 12345
The format includes a brief check-in, including a review of people who have asked to be "held in loving intention," followed by a centering thought. The group then sits for 5-6 minutes of silent reflection followed by the sharing of joys or concerns by participants who feel moved to do so. The group concludes with fellowship, which may extend the gathering time by 10-15 minutes. However people with other commitments are free to depart earlier.
All are welcome, no previous experience is necessary.
Questions? Jane Tufts 773-262-8168 or 773-750-5263
Sages and Souls
After our summer hiatus, Sages and Souls will resume regular meetings on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, from 9:30-11 a.m. in the church dining room. This group meets every other week on alternating Tuesdays to explore topics around spirituality and aging. It is open to all, both from the church and the broader community.
For the first part of the new season, Christie Chandler will be leading us
through the process of Wild Writing, which is described as “a free-flowing, non-judgmental writing practice that focuses on moving past the inner critic to access raw, intuitive, and authentic expression.”
Contact Jillian Westerfield for sign up or for more information at
Wisdom Ways
"Wisdom Ways" Group Launches October 9
All are invited to a new formation and education group, Wisdom Ways. This group will use the tools of feminist and womanist Biblical interpretation to engage with the Bible in a small-group, conversational setting led by Jillian Westerfield. This group is open to people of all genders, and no previous experience with feminism, womanism, or the Bible is necessary!
People who have struggled to connect with the Bible in the past are especially welcome. We will meet alternating Thursday evenings via Zoom, from 6-7 p.m. starting October 9, 2025.
Please contact Jillian for more information or to sign up at jwesterfield@lakestreet.org