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Christ Universal Temple, a church for all people.

Communicate with Board of Directors, board@cutemple.org

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DEPARTMENTS, MINISTRIES, AND PROGRAMS

To make contact, call the church at 773-568-2282 or send an email to the general mailbox: info@cutemple.org or, where noted to the specific organization’s email address

Ambassadors of Love

The Ambassadors of Love share prayers and gifts at special times of the year. A.O.L. serves adults in special living accommodations and children in group homes.

Baptism and Christenings We offer spiritual baptism and christening services to those who desire membership at Christ Universal Temple. Prospective members should fill out and submit a request card, which is available at any Visitors’ Table. The Baptismal Team will contact you by mail. Baptismal services are available for:

• Adult Spiritual Baptism
• Children’s Baptism
• Infant Christening

Birth Month Groups
These groups offer fellowship and participation in small gatherings. There are three clusters that meet after services according to the schedules listed below.

Cluster I: January, February, March, and April Birth Month Groups meet on the 1st Sunday of every month in the year.

Cluster II: May, June, July, and August Birth Month Groups meet on the 2nd Sunday of every month of the year, with exceptions to accommodate Mothers Day and Fathers Day celebrations as noted below.

Cluster III: September, October, November, and December Birth Month Groups meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month of the year, with exceptions to accommodate Mothers Day and Fathers Day celebrations as noted below.

Exceptions to accommodate Mothers Day and Fathers Day celebrations:

1. To accommodate Mothers Day celebrations, Birth Month Groups January, February, March, April, May, and June, meet on the first Sunday in May.

July, August, September, October, November, and December Birth Month Groups meet on the second Sunday in May.

2. To accommodate Fathers Day celebrations, Birth Month Groups January, February, March, April, May, and June, meet on the first Sunday in June.

July, August, September, October, November, and December Birth Month Groups meet on the second Sunday in June.
Contact: Dr. Jackie Oliver, Birth Month Group coordinator, at 773-568-2282.

Collegians for Christ (CFC) (4th Sunday after services)

This ministry offers special support and informational exchanges for students and parents in the Chicago area.

Mailings and spiritual inspiration are provided for students attending college away from home.

Contact The Rev. Fannie McCullough. 773-568-2282

C.U.T. Book Club (Selected Saturdays from noon to 2:00 p.m.)

Contact: The Rev. Gaylon McDowell, bookstore manager
For schedule, call (773) 568-1666 or send email to info@cutemple.org

Healthy Concepts (Selected 3rd Thursdays at 6:00 p.m.)

This ministry explores tools and techniques for healthy eating, healthy shopping, and healthy living habits.
Contact The Rev. Fred Randall for schedule and information.

773-568-2282

LIFE Organization for young adults, 19-35 (2nd Sunday after services)

In this ministry, participants engage in fellowship and inspirational activities.

Contact: Cory Stevenson or Craig Stevenson. Email address: life@cutemple.org

Married Couples Club:

All married couples, whether or not you are members of the Married Couples Club, are invited to participate in our activities.

For information, send Email to mcc@cutemple.org

Or call The Rev. Dr. Emma Luster-Lassiter at 773-568-2282 x243

The Married Couples Club is a fellowship of married couples seeking to put God first in order to develop and express more fulfilling, joyful, and loving relationships.

Men Expressing Christ:

Attention all Men, the Men Expressing Christ organization invites you to meet after church on the third Sunday each month, after church in the Faith Chapel. Come and be a part of our many programs, including Partners In Prayer.

Male Mentoring, and many, many more.

The Rev. Dr. Winston Johnson is the Director.

To contact the Men Expressing Christ, send email to mec@cutemple.org

Operation Peace (4th Sunday after services)

Join us for fellowship, prayer, and the support of a collective consciousness for families and friends of military personnel.

Contact Marie Coleman
773-568-2282

Pastoral Care Services

We are here to assist you in times of need. Our ministers are readily and lovingly available whenever you call upon us.

To schedule hospital visits from a CUT minister, family members or friends of the patient may call the church with full information. Your request is all that is required.

Contact: Pastoral Care Director, The Rev. Dr. Evelyn Boyd, 773-568-2282

Prayer Ministry

We are here to pray with anyone. We offer our prayer services to people of all faiths, providing encouragement and support. The Ear-to-Ear Prayer Ministry is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call (773) 568-1717.

Outside of Illinois, call 1-800-447-8343. The Prayer Ministry Director is: The Rev. Marjorie Cook

Project A.C.H.I.E.V.E. College Preparation Program (Saturdays)

This program is open to all students whether or not they are affiliated with Christ Universal Temple.

Project A.C.H.I.E.V.E. offers:

• Tutorial classes to prepare high school students for college placement and entrance examinations

• Scholarship opportunities

• Annual tour of Historically Black Colleges and Universities

Contact Walter Robinson. 773-568-2282

Spiritual Counseling

Our ministerial team is available to anyone in need of spiritual guidance.

Minister-counselors are available by appointment.
Contact: Pastoral Care Director, The Rev. Dr. Evelyn Boyd, 773-568-2282

Toastmasters Clubs

Christ Universal Temple hosts three branches of this international association for speaker and leadership development. Our Toastmasters clubs are open to all people who want practical, structured experience in public speaking and leadership development. You do not have to be affiliated with CUT to participate.

TM Club # 1: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
TM Club # 2: 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.
TM Club # 3: 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 12:30 p.m.

Call 773-568-2282 for information.

Transitional Services (Memorials and “Funerals”)

When CUT members and their families desire a New Thought transition service, our ministers are available.

We teach Life. Memorial Services are 20-30 minutes long. Our ministers are also available to conduct funeral services.
Contact: Pastoral Care Director, The Rev. Dr. Evelyn Boyd, 773-568-2282

Youth Choir and Musical Performers

This talented group features our Sunday School children from ages 6 to 13.

Rehearsals are held on Saturdays, and the young people perform at Sunday School assemblies and at some church worship services. Contact: Syd Brown, 773-568-2282

Youth Expressing Christ

Teenagers meet every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. for special church services featuring practical applications of the Truth Principles taught by Christ Universal Temple.

Innovative approaches include the Bible Bowl in which teams of boys and girls have friendly competition on Bible knowledge, Families In Truth in which parents and youth testify on the application of Truth Principles in family life, and a yearlong curriculum of study of Truth Principles.

Contact The Rev. Dr. Winston Johnson, YEC Director, for information and current schedule. Call 773-568-2282 or email to yec@cutemple.org

Universal Movement Choir and Praise Dance Team

This ministry is open to high school students. Rehearsals are held on Saturdays, and the group performs on Youth Sundays and for special services.
Contact: Montage’ Pheloan, 773-568-2282

Volunteers
Christ Universal Temple offers a variety of opportunities for service. Volunteers are needed and welcome

in the following areas:

Bookstore host or hostess
Hospitality Greeters
Ushers
Traffic Control
Mailing Assistance
Meeting Preparation

Contact: Pastoral Care Director, The Rev. Dr. Evelyn Boyd, 773-568-2282

Wedding Services

Our 230-seat Faith Chapel is available for wedding ceremonies. Our wedding package includes the services of an ordained minister, chapel organist, and soloist. Upon request, our team of ministers is also available to provide pre-marriage counseling.
Contact: Pastoral Care Director, The Rev. Dr. Evelyn Boyd, 773-568-2282

Youth Mentoring Programs (During school year, 2nd Saturday at 9:30 a.m.)

GROW-POWER for girls ages 12-18
Male Mentoring for boys ages 12-18
For schedule of additional meetings and special events, contact The Rev. Fannie McCullough 773-568-2282