A Community of Prayer, Service and Sharing.
A church which began in 1942 has adapted to the changes and complexities
of Morgan Park. Today, Church of the Holy Cross continues with the faith and practice
of the Episcopal Tradition,
service to the community and close fellowship.
Join us for worship on Sundays at 10:00AM.
HOLY CROSS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
An Episcopal Parish for Morgan Park since 1941
1201 W. 111th Place, Chicago, Illinois 60643
Mission
Today, Holy Cross Episcopal Church continues to offer the faith and practice of the Episcopal Church to the Morgan Park community, helps with the local food pantry and other charities, and enjoys a warm spiritual family relationship.
Description
Holy Cross Episcopal Church began in 1941 through the vision and energy of Fannie L. Voss of Morgan Park in south Chicago. She was a life-long Episcopalian and wanted a parish in her neighborhood. On September 18, 1941, she held a meeting in her home and formed the Morgan Park Episcopal Club. The group received the blessing of the Rt. Rev. Wallace E. Conkling, Bishop of Chicago, and a year later was named "Holy Cross Episcopal Church." The parish met in home for several years until a handsome stone structure was built. In 1964 the present nave was completed and dedicated. At present, the parish has one service at 10:00 A.M. Sunday mornings with a fellowship luncheon following the service.