University Ministry
Whether undergraduate or graduate, The University Ministry of Christ Church Chicago provides opportunities for faith to flourish. We welcome students from universities across Chicago.
Upcoming Events
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Meet & Greet
September 27, 9 a.m.
All students come say hi in the Foyer before our Sunday worship service. We look forward to meeting you!
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Welcome Back Lunch
October 4, 12 p.m.
We want to welcome you back with lunch after the worship service. Join us!
Weekly Rhythms
Dinner & Bible
Wednesdays (resumes Sept. 30)
Join our undergraduate community as we study God’s word together. During the school year, Dinner & Bible meets each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Christ Church Chicago. Dinner is provided.
Coffee & Bible
Friday mornings (resumes Oct. 2)
Join our graduate student community as we study God’s word together. During the school year, Coffee & Bible meets each Friday at 8:15 a.m. at Hutchinson Commons. Coffee and pastries are provided.
Life at The University Ministry
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Fall Retreat
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Volunteering
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Easter Sunday Brunch
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Field Museum
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Senior Celebration
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Easter Sunday '25
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Galentine's!
Meet the University Ministry Team
Paul Kim
Paul is thrilled to be a member at Christ Church Chicago. He loves spending time with his wife, Hannah. Paul and Hannah enjoy raising their daughters, Eden and Olive. He has completed the Chicago Course on Preaching through the Charles Simeon Trust. After working as an oncology nurse for 10 years, he transitioned to pastoral ministry.
Joanna Panner
Joanna serves as a University Ministry Associate. She loves the local church, and delights in helping others encounter Jesus in His word. She is grateful for the opportunity to serve with the University Ministry—facilitating Bible Study and discipling women.
Jake Pitzer
Jake moved to Chicago from his hometown of Youngstown, Ohio, where he has been leading a college ministry for the past five years. Having been saved and matured through a college ministry, Jake sees the immense value of a Christ-centered focus during this unique and formative stage of life. He, along with his wife, is a part time student at the Chicago Course on Preaching.
Support the University Ministry
Friends of Christ Church is an alumni fund that supports our University Worker and allows us to invest into the lives of our students.