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  • Welcome!

    Whether you’re a first-time guest or a returning visitor, we’re excited to welcome you on Sundays at 7:30 AM or 9:30 AM CT.

  • Meet Our Pastor

    The Reverend Dr. Charlie Edward Dates is a dynamic and visionary preacher, scholar, and civic leader.

  • Explore Ministries

    Progressive Chicago is honored to guide new and existing believers in the next steps of their faith and equip them as they discover what it means to be followers of Jesus.

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Your Family, Our Priority.

Children are a gift from God. No matter their age, PBC Kids offers fun, age-appropriate programming that helps your children connect with God.

Upcoming Events

  • PBC Teen Summer Discipleship

    School may be out, but it’s still important to grow. This Summer, we are hosting our PBC Teens Discipleship Program. We want your teen to grow deeper in their walk with the Lord. Sign up here!

  • Graduates Photo Submission

    If you are someone you know graduated or is graduating this year, we want to celebrate you! Click here to submit your graduate today!

  • Rainbow PUSH Annual Conference 2026

    The Rainbow PUSH Annual Conference will take place June 10–13, 2026, featuring discussions on voting rights, economic justice, immigration, technology, civil rights leadership, and youth engagement. The four-day conference also includes Youth Day programming and community forums focused on current social and political issues. Learn more about the schedule and register for complimentary tickets today.

  • Lakeside Chat with Mayor Brandon Johnson

    On Wednesday, June 17, at 7:00 PM, we’ll be hosting a Lakeside Chat featuring Chicago’s Mayor Brandon Johnson at the House of Hope. The conversation will focus on the important issues impacting our communities and the future of our city. 

  • Black Boy Literacy

    The Black Boy Literacy Campaign aims to help 1,000 boys between first and third grade in the Chicagoland area reach the third-grade reading level. Register Your Child Today

  • Connection Institute

    Connection Institute is Progressive's one-time membership class that allows new members to learn Progressive's story, meet other new members, and find out how to get plugged into the life of Progressive. In-person Connection Institutes are hosted every third Sunday of the month following worship service at Progressive, and there are virtual options, too!

    Click here to register for a date that works best for you!

Worship With Us

Sundays | 7:30 AM & 9:30 AM CT

3658 S. Wentworth Ave
Chicago, IL