Welcome.
We are one of the oldest congregations on the North Side of Chicago. Located in the lakefront Bryn Mawr Historic District, we have served the residents of Edgewater, Andersonville, Uptown, and Rogers Park for over 129 years.
Liturgies and Meetings.
Worship services are every Sunday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Kristin Hutson presiding. The Sacrament of Communion or Eucharist is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. Click to view live stream on Zoom.
Sunday, October 26. Liturgy of the Word at 11 a.m. with Eld. Gerry.
Sunday, November 9. Liturgy of the Word at 11 a.m. with Pastor Kristin with New Member Reception.
Sunday, November 9. Stated meeting of the Session at 12:30 p.m. Eld. TJ Martin will serve as secretary in the absence of the Clerk of Session.
Sunday, November 23. Liturgy of the Word at 11 a.m. with Eld. Gerry.
Sunday, November 30. First Sunday of Advent Liturgy of the Word at 11 a.m. with Pastor Kristin.
Sunday, December 21. Stated meeting of the Session at 12:30 p.m.
Friday, January 16. Congregational reports due to the Clerk of Session.
Sunday, January 25. Congregational reports published.
Sunday, February 1. Liturgy of the Word and Sacrament at 11 a.m.
Sunday, February 1. Congregational Meeting at 12:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
From the Clerk’s Desk
Going to church affirms our belief in each other
Going to church is not just about showing faith in God. It is also about showing faith in each other. It is a way of saying, “You matter. I see you. We belong to each other.”
Remembering lives lost in Manhattan tragedy
Among the victims was Police Officer Didarul Islam, a 36-year-old husband and father of two, with a third child on the way.
Rest in peace to a Cubs legend, Ryne Sandberg
In an era often defined by ego and flash, Ryne led with humility, discipline, and grace.
When the work ends, God remains; Scripture for the unemployed
Here are some verses from my NRSVue translation of the Bible to offer comfort and strength in this season.
Give us this day our daily bread
When Jesus taught us to pray, He used us, not me. Our daily bread. Not my daily bread.
MLK assassination files released; my takeaways
Even now, when churches speak out for justice, people tell us to be quiet.
Liturgy: Commitment of old Bibles to the earth (or recycling)
The commitment may involve burial in a dedicated plot or incorporation into a compost area that will nourish new growth.
For Young Friends: What does it mean to be a Presbyterian?
What children should know about being part of the Presbyterian Church (USA).
Watch on your mobile device or computer
We livestream our services on Zoom.com. The Edgewater Presbyterian Church meeting ID is 868 7371 4352.
Edgewater Presbyterian Church is a member of the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce, ONE Northside, and the Edgewater Community Religious Association. Pastor Kristin is a member of the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance leadership team.
this is an affirming safe space
More information: Presbyterian Church (USA) on Sexuality and Same Gender Relationships
black lives matter
More information: Presbyterian Church (USA) Bearing Witness: Black Lives Matter
Jesus called women to ministry
More information: Presbyterian Women
we commit to child safety
More information: Presbyterian Church (USA) Child/Youth/Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy and Procedure
Northside Friends Meeting
Northside Friends Meeting is a congregation of the Religious Society of Friends, popularly known as the Quakers. An historically progressive group of denominations in Christianity, it has long been pacifist, advocated for the abolition of slavery in Great Britain and the United States. They are known to be intensely social justice-oriented.
Friends have two types of meetings: programmed worship and waiting worship. Their worship space is called a meeting house. The New Community House is this congregation’s meeting house.
Grace Baptist Church
A longtime space-sharer in The New Community House is a congregation of the American Baptist Churches USA—historically known as the Northern Baptist Convention (1907-1950) and Triennial Convention (1814-1907). This particular congregation is fully affirming of LGBTQ persons in the life of the Church.
Many of the Founding Fathers and Mothers of the United States were members of the original colonial Baptist churches in New England.
