In the aftermath of the 1929 stock market crash, an influx of Apostolic Christians moved to the city, creating a need for a more permanent place of worship. In 1937, the congregation purchased and remodeled a church building at 2122 W. Sunnyside Ave. where they worshipped for 35 years.

Section 2: Sunnyside Years describes the events and people who worshiped at Sunnyside.

The turn of the century ushered in a new millennium with lifechanging elements – the internet, 9/11 terrorist attacks, two long-lasting wars (Global War on Terrorism), a global pandemic, and a sharply divided political landscape – which changed the cultural backdrop and thrust unexpected changes on the congregation.

Section 4: Dawn of a New Era covers details of those events and the brethren who navigated the circumstances with a hope and trust in God’s provision. If you would like your name and information included in Section 4, please contact us for more information.

Through the ever-present winds of change, the doors of the church are always open to welcome the seeking soul, serving all ages and backgrounds. A comprehensive registry has been compiled of all who have called Chicago church “home” over the years, including years of attendance, births, baptisms, weddings, deaths and burials of the brethren. A list of all brothers who have served on the pulpit ministry is also documented.

Section 5: Registry & Lists records some of that information in chronological lists. Please check back later for details.

Plans are being made to print all five sections into one book and to host a Centennial Reunion in early 2026, exactly 100 years after the brethren began meeting on the Near West Side. Details will be forthcoming.