CONGREGATIONAL/LOCAL NEWS

Canton’s ministry team is using the theme “A Year on the Mountain” for 2025 and offering a study group on Matthew 5-7 (the Sermon on the Mount), facilitated by pastor Kevin Kessler.

Chicago First on Jan. 19 will hold a joint worship service with Wellington UCC and Chicago Community Mennonite Church to celebrate Martin Luther King Day, with a meal following.

Woodland (Astoria) had about 100 people in attendance for its Christmas Eve concert and candlelight service. “We were blessed with a packed sanctuary!” member Phyllis Batterton said.

Do you have congregational news: celebrations, milestones, “Jesus in the Neighborhood” stories or other things to share with our district family? Please send those to the district office: iwdde@outlook.com.