A Home for Your Spirit in Chicago’s South Loop

Grace is a modern downtown Christian church which emphasizes community, learning and service. Our congregation is intentionally diverse; all are welcome regardless of race, background or sexual orientation. It is a place where we aim to engage both your heart and your mind.

Upcoming Events

  • May 18

    Programs | Community Breakfast

    Volunteer: Help serve the first meal of the day to over 150 people in this lively, fun and necessary meal for those who come to our doors.  This ministry of the Chicago Temple / The First United Methodist Church is held each week in Grace Place.  Contact us to be scheduled.

  • May 19

    Adult Formation | The Gospel in Seven Words

    The Christian Century magazine recently published offerings from their writers and editors on the best seven words to describe the gospel message. Rector Ted will share them with you and invite your discussion on this Sunday of Pentecost.  How would YOU summarize your understanding of the Gospel (in seven words)?

  • May 26

    Adult Formation | Book Signing: What You Didn’t Learn in Sunday School

    Author Shawa Atteberry shares stories of Biblical women who led their families, communities and nations from her book recently published by Wipf and Stock, and signs copies for you to buy and share.

  • Jun 02

    Adult Formation | An Introduction to Celtic Spirituality

    Seamus Mullin-Norgaard from the Tara Meadow Center in Beaver Isle, Michigan offers us the fascinating and enduring world of the native spirituality of the peoples of the British Isles.

  • Jun 09

    Information | The Annual Printers Row Lit Fest

    This fun event surrounds Grace Place with book vendors, presentations by authors, festive music and good food.

  • Jun 09

    Adult Formation | Anglicanism as Reflected in British Literature

    Our own Taylor Rockhill will speak with us via electronic media from his new home in Seattle on the English culture's written reflections on the Church of England.