Welcome to Atonement
Welcome to the Church of the Atonement, an Episcopal church in the Anglo-Catholic tradition. For more than 135 years, Atonement has been a witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ in our Edgewater neighborhood and in the wider community. Today, we continue in that witness as an active, visionary, and inclusive congregation that serves God through daily prayer and worship, the practice of lifelong Christian learning, and ministries of outreach and justice.
Whoever you are, and wherever you are in your walk of faith, you are most welcome here. Your presence, your faith, your prayers, and your questions are wanted here. Your gifts and your energy are needed here. You are invited to come and see what God has in mind for you.
Edgewater, Atonement, and an interfaith movement
Bob Remer will continue the series of talks exploring Atonement and its role in the Edgewater at our parish forum on Sunday at 10 a.m. in the Elizabethan Room. Chicago and the nation went through turbulent, challenging, and hopeful times during the Gilded Age at the end of the 19th century.
A worldwide interfaith movement emerged at the 1893 World’s Parliament of Religions. American Episcopalians supported the Parliament as did Chicago's bishop. The interfaith ethic has been very much a part of Edgewater's history. And Atonement was at the birth of the movement. Atonement's parishioners had already been meeting in Edgewater in 1888, built and dedicated the church in 1890, and got its first deacon a year later. The church was granted its full charter on May 23, 1898.
Planning for tomorrow—starting today
Join the Endowment Guild on Sat., June 13 in Montgomery Hall from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for The Gift of Preparation, an engaging and informative program designed to help you think ahead—both for yourself and the people you care about most. Our knowledgeable speakers will cover topics that matter at every stage of life, including: creating a will and naming a medical power of attorney; planning for retirement; exploring future living and care options; and more practical guidance for peace of mind.
Whether you’re just starting out or well into your journey, single or partnered, this program offers valuable insights for everyone. After the presentations there will be plenty of time to connect one-on-one with presenters to ask your questions. Feel free to bring your spouse, partner or a loved one—planning is better together. Lunch will be provided.
Sign up online or fill out one of the forms on the ushers’ table at the rear of the church. There’s no charge to attend, but and space is limited. Reservations are required by June 8.
Service Schedule
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Daily
8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer
Sunday
Monday
7:30 a.m. Low Mass
Tuesday
Wednesday
7 p.m. Low Mass
Thursday
12 noon Low Mass
12:30 p.m. Contemplative Prayer
Friday
7:30 a.m. Low Mass
Saturday
9:30 a.m. The Holy Rosary
10 a.m. Healing Mass