A Place to Welcome Others

Welcome one another, therefore, as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.

Romans 15:7

Visitors are welcome at Highland Avenue Church of the Brethren! Please feel free to introduce yourself to our greeters before church or during announcement time at the beginning of worship. Announcements begin at 9:27 a.m.; worship follows at 9:30 a.m. If you have joys or concerns, you’re welcome to raise them during sharing time, just before the pastoral prayer.

Special Assistance

If you need a large-print hymnal, hearing assistance or other help, simply ask a greeter, an usher or any other church member. An elevator is available in the southwest corner of the building (to your left as you enter the Fellowship Hall from the parking lot). A handicap-accessible restroom is located on the main (sanctuary) level.

Children

Children are part of our worship community. They serve as acolytes, bringing the light of Christ into the sanctuary. Children’s choirs enrich our worship. And during worship, children gather on the steps of the chancel for the Children’s Story. Midway through worship, at a time indicated in the bulletin, kindergartners through third-graders may leave for Children’s Church if they wish. Children’s Church is generally held in the library (to the right as you enter the sanctuary).

Childcare

A supervised nursery is available on the main level for infants up to 2 years old. The Toddler Room, for children ages 2–5, is on the lower level next to the kitchen. Let one of the childcare providers know if you would prefer that your toddler not be part of the group that comes up to the sanctuary for Children’s Story.

Location

Highland Ave. Church of the Brethren is located in central Elgin, a few blocks west of the Fox River and IL-31. It is easily accessible from I-90 (Northwest Tollway), US 20 and Randall Road. Parking is available behind the church or on side streets but is not permitted on Highland Avenue itself.

A more detailed, interactive map is available via Google Maps.