Coming Soon at SPR!
“What Are the Moral and Spiritual Issues of the 2026 Elections?” - Part 2
Come explore this question posed by Bishop William Barber at the 2026 Yale Divinity School conference on public theology and public policy where Devorah Crable and Sara Bigger represented SPR. They came back with ideas and inspiration! In this second presentation, we will show Devorah's video recap of the conference, Sara Bigger will build on that work, and then Sarah Lincoln will present on the work of Indivisible. Join them for adult formation on Sunday, August 30, after the 10:00am service.
Thursday Evening Prayer Group
In addition to our Tuesday Evening Prayer group, we invite you to join us for a weekly Thursday Evening Prayer in Rite I in the Youth Group Room downstairs, beginning September 3 at 6:30pm! We will pray with the Book of Common Prayer, hear the appointed Scripture readings, and celebrate Christian witnesses according to Lesser Feasts and Fasts. On September 3, we will observe the commemoration of Phoebe, Deaconess. All are welcome, whether you are new or familiar with the BCP!
The Music Program Year Begins Soon!
Our program year at SPR launches on Sunday, September 13, which means our Music Ministries begin the week before! All choirs begin rehearsal on September 10! The Adult Chancel Choir (for high schoolers and beyond) will begin rehearsals on Thursday, September 10 from 7:00-8:40pm, in the Parish Hall. Choristers (grades 3-8) meet in the St. Cecilia Room from 6:00-6:50pm, with a short snack time before joining the Chancel Choir until 7:30pm. St. Nicholas Choir (Kindergarten - grade 2) meets in the Sanctuary from 6:00-6:30pm, parents and guardians are welcome to join. Looking to lend your voice and join in a vibrant ministry at SPR? Reach out to Mark Bilyeu at bilyeu@sprchicago.org.
New Voice Class Starts this Fall
Do you have singer aged 6-12 who would enjoy more opportunities to use their voice? Join Abi and Mark for a 45 minute Voice Class on Thursdays (before SNC) to practice technique, singing with an accompanist, harmonizing and many more vocal skills that will benefit your vocalist! Voice class will run for 10 weeks and end with an informal “showcase” for singers to share their projects with families and friends. Begins September 10 at 5:00pm. Email Abi Smith at abigailpianoteacher@gmail.com to learn more or to reserve a spot in the class!
Homecoming Sunday and Ministry Fair
As we begin the 2026-2027 program year at SPR, we hope that you will join us on Sunday, September 13 for Homecoming Sunday and Ministry Fair. We will have one celebration of Holy Eucharist at 10:00am that day, followed by our parish ministry fair, featuring coffee and donuts from Beavers Donut Truck! Looking for a way to get more involved in our parish this year? We have many opportunities to serve both at SPR and in our wider community! We hope to see you there!
SPR Love Fridge Drivers Needed
We are in need of drivers to drop off items at a Love Fridge! While there are two Love Fridges in Hyde Park, they often get donations and thus SPR encourages parishioners to take donations to the Love Fridge at 1) Port Ministries, 5013 S Hermitage (a few blocks west of Ashland) or 2) Breathing Room Space, 1434 W 51st (the fridge is on Bishop Street, a few blocks east of Ashland). These Love Fridges are almost always empty! We need one volunteer per Sunday; the donation can be made anytime in the following week. While donations from parishioners are non-perishable, occasionally there are perishable items left from hospitality hour which also go to a Love Fridge. Contact Sara Bigger at sarafaganbigger@gmail.com if you wish to be added to our SignUpGenius for this volunteer opportunity. Thank you!
Join the Stewardship Committee!
We are inviting more people to join the stewardship committee! We currently have four people plus the treasurer and would love to grow to be a committee of eight or so. To learn more about the stewardship committee or volunteer to join, please speak with Devorah Crable, David Follmer, Harold Hartger, Kristin Hofer, or contact the parish office.