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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.
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Meet Our Pastor
The Reverend Dr. Charlie Edward Dates is a dynamic and visionary preacher, scholar, and civic leader.
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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
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Encore Visits the Obama Presidential Center
Progressive's Encore Ministry (ages 60+) is headed to the Obama Presidential Center! Celebrate the legacy of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Group tickets are just $10 and are available for Wednesday, September 9 at 2:15 PM, Friday, September 18 at 2:30 PM, and Thursday, October 15 at 1:15 PM. Select the date that works best for you and reserve your spot today!
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Summer 2026 Discipleship
This summer, take the next step in your faith through our Summer Discipleship classes. Discover God's purpose for your work in Early Monday Morning: Finding Purpose Beyond Your Job or build a stronger biblical foundation in Faith Foundations. These classes are designed to help you grow deeper, live bolder, and become a more faithful disciple of Jesus. Reserve your spot today!
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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!
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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
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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!
