Care & Support

Support, prayer, and practical care through every season of life

Our pastors are available to provide spiritual encouragement, prayer, conversation, hospital visits, and support during difficult seasons of life. Email pastoralcare@firstchurchlf.org or call the church office at 847.234.6250

  • Our Meal Train Ministry provides meals for individuals and families during times of illness, loss, or other significant life events. Let us take one thing off your plate by bringing a meal to your door. Contact Anna Langholz for more.

  • If you have a prayer request, our prayer team would be honored to pray for you. Email prayerchain@firstchurchlf.org. Prayer requests are confidential and shared with the prayer chain members by email.

  • Elders and Deacons serve communion to home-bound church members each month. To receive communion, email Anna Langholz.

  • Prayer shawls are lovingly made and prayed over for those experiencing illness, loss, or other difficult circumstances. Each shawl is blessed and given as a tangible reminder of the care and prayers of our church community. Contact the church if you or someone you know would appreciate a prayer shawl.

PARISH HOUSE

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

Wednesdays at 7PM & Fridays at 5:30PM

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) provides a supportive and confidential space for individuals seeking recovery from alcohol addiction. Through regular meetings and shared community, participants find encouragement, accountability, and hope on the journey toward healing.

GORTON COMMUNITY CENTER

A Safe Place: Women's Support Group

Wednesdays from 5–9PM • Meets at the Gorton Community Center

Our mission partner A Safe Place offers a Women's Support Group for those experiencing isolation, emotional abuse, control, or unsafe relationship dynamics. This weekly group provides a confidential and supportive space to connect with others, share experiences, and receive encouragement in a safe environment.

If you need immediate support, please contact A Safe Place's 24-hour helpline at (847) 249-4450.

Counseling

If you're seeking counseling or professional mental health support, please contact one of our pastors or our Mission Partner SamaraCare at 630.357.2456, ext. 136.