Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Home for Spiritual Growth in Chicagoland
We are a vibrant community of believers passionately devoted to Jesus and deeply committed to helping people find their way back to God. Founded in 1989, our mission remains unchanged: to be an impact church reaching people far from God, a reproducing church multiplying locations and ministries, and a catalyst for global spiritual movements. With seven locations across the Chicagoland area, we offer worship services, community groups, and age-specific programs designed to foster spiritual growth. Our vision includes igniting spiritual awakenings, equipping disciples as pastors in their spheres of influence, and raising up a generation grounded in faith.We emphasize Scripture, the Holy Spirit's power, and authentic community. Through MicroChurches and outreach initiatives like Community Freedom, we extend our impact beyond traditional walls. Our leadership transition in 2025 reflects our commitment to sustainable growth while maintaining core values. We provide resources for daily devotions, prayer, and connection through our mobile app, ensuring accessibility for modern seekers.
Services
Worship Services
Kids Ministry
Student Ministry
Community Groups
Outreach Programs
MicroChurches
Prison Ministry
Discipleship Pathway
Alpha Courses
Care Groups
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer seven convenient Chicagoland locations with flexible service times
- Our family programs equip children and students with biblical foundations
- Community Groups provide authentic relationships and spiritual growth opportunities
- We combine traditional worship with modern accessibility through our mobile app
- Leadership with decades of experience in church planting and discipleship
Services
Worship Services
Our weekly worship services blend contemporary music with biblically grounded teachings. Each 60-minute service features impactful worship and practical messages. Services are held at seven Chicagoland locations with varying times to accommodate different schedules.
Kids Ministry
Kids City provides age-appropriate biblical education in a safe environment. Children engage with Scripture through interactive lessons and activities. Parents receive resources to continue spiritual development at home. First-time visitors should arrive early for registration.
Student Ministry
StuCo offers Wednesday night gatherings for middle and high school students. Through worship, teaching, and small groups, students build faith foundations and godly friendships. Activities emphasize identity in Christ and outreach to peers.
Community Groups
Discipleship Pathway begins with Explore Community Lunch, Alpha, and Rooted courses. Ongoing Community Groups meet weekly for fellowship and spiritual growth. Specialized groups include care and recovery support, and seasonal equipping groups.
MicroChurches
MicroChurches are small, neighborhood-based gatherings meeting in homes. These intimate communities focus on relationship-building and spiritual growth. They provide flexible alternatives to traditional church settings while maintaining doctrinal alignment.
People
Ted Coniaris
Lead Pastor
Ted has led the Downers Grove location since 2017, growing attendance to over 1200 weekly. He oversees Expression Leaders and has directed facility expansions. Appointed Lead Pastor in 2025 after demonstrating exceptional leadership in church multiplication.
Dave Ferguson
Co-Founding Pastor
Co-founder since 1989, Dave transitioned from Lead Pastor in 2025. He continues teaching and coaching while leading NewThing and Exponential. Instrumental in establishing COMMUNITY's global church-planting mission.
Jon Ferguson
Co-Founding Pastor
Co-founder and brother of Dave Ferguson, Jon focuses on teaching, generosity initiatives, and leadership development. He maintains active involvement with NewThing and Exponential while attending COMMUNITY regularly.
Questions
What are service times at COMMUNITY locations?
Services run 9:00-10:45 AM or 10:00-11:45 AM across locations. Wednesday student gatherings start at 6:00 PM. Specific times vary by campus.
What should I expect during a Sunday service?
Expect contemporary worship music, practical Bible teaching, and welcoming atmosphere. Services last about 60 minutes with childcare available for children under 12.
How can I get involved beyond Sunday services?
Join Community Groups through our Discipleship Pathway: Explore Community Lunch, Alpha, then Rooted. Specialized groups include care, recovery, and seasonal equipping groups.
Are there programs for children and students?
Kids City serves infants through 5th grade with age-appropriate curriculum. StuCo provides Wednesday night programming for middle and high school students focusing on faith development and peer relationships.
Can I connect with COMMUNITY online?
Yes! Download our app for daily devotions, event registration, and connection tools. Watch past sermons and participate in online community groups through our website.
