Picture this. A grand building stands before you. This is Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Chicago. Its history is rich and complex. It began in 1872. Services were held in various locations. A house and stable in Westboro became its first home. The stable was converted into a church. Saint Stephen’s grew. After World War II a larger church was needed. Land on John Street was purchased. A new church was built reflecting the aspirations of its people. The first services were in 1957. Work continued on Fay Hall classrooms and the church interior. The church became financially stable. In 1977 the Diocese approved its application to become a parish. A mortgage was burned in celebration. A larger celebration was held during the Centennial Year in 1998. The church has had many rectors vicars and assistants. Tragedy struck in 1991. Fr John Lawton and his wife were killed. The community healed and grew. Saint Stephen’s stands as a testament to faith resilience and community. It is a place of worship a place of history a place of hope. Its welcoming entrance is bordered by a lawn shrubs and perennials. The tall stained-glass window behind the altar lets in warm sunlight. The church continues to serve its community. Its legacy endures. This is Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church a vibrant part of Chicago’s history.
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