Posts from 2026

Stained Glass Summer: The Chancel Windows Join us on Sundays at 10 am as we explore the story of the church through the stained glass windows in our sanctuary. Our worship services are live-streamed on the Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel for those who cannot be with us in person.

Who: All adults welcome When: Resumes June 18 and meets Thursday mornings, 9:30-10:30 Where: Church Parlor or patio Book: My Life with the Saints by James Martin The book is available at the main branch of the Oak Park Public Library in the book club section.

 “It’s not every day I get to buy a goat!” – Fair Oaks CROP Walk donor On May 3, Fair Oaks raised $2416 in the CROP Walk, enough to buy 14 goats (or 400 chickens) for families in need overseas. Plus $601 to go to local hunger fighting agencies.  Thanks to all our Fair Oaks team of walkers and to all the Fair Oaks families and friends who contributed. Fair Oaks joined many congregations and other local groups in raising…

Following worship on Sun., June 7, 11 am-1 pm, we’ll celebrate our wonderful church year with a party, featuring a taco truck, lawn games and a bouncy house for the kids. Volunteers are needed to help with the celebration. Click the button for information and to volunteer.

The season is underway! Games are played against other rec teams from around the area on Friday nights through June 19. Click the button for the schedule, scores and standings. Go, Fair Oaks!

For many years, members of our church family have lovingly cared for our gardens, and we are so grateful for the care and beauty they’ve brought to our space. We’re looking to grow a small team of volunteers to help support and sustain this effort. Whether you enjoy gardening or simply want to lend a hand outdoors, even a little time makes a meaningful difference. If you’re interested, please email the office. Let’s come together to keep our gardens thriving.

The annual Donut Days fundraiser for the Senior High Mission Trip will be held on Sat., June 20, at the Farmers’ Market at Pilgrim Church. Mission trip participants are required to volunteer at Donut Days. Click the button to sign up.

Help fill our summer services with music! We’re looking for volunteers for the Anthem, Offering, or Prelude (ideal for long instrumental selections) slots from June 21 to September 6. Be creative—solo, group, vocal, or instrumental! Click the button to volunteer. Questions? Contact Rose Guccione. Thank you for sharing your gifts and enriching our worship!

Thanks to everyone for attending the recent meeting for the Senior High Mission Trip (SHMT) to Duluth, MN, July 17-24. The annual service trip is a highlight for the church’s senior high youth. Click here to access the meeting’s PowerPoint. Click here for the liability waiver and medical release form, also accessible via a QR code in the PowerPoint. Payments for the trip are due by Sun., June 14. Click the button to make payments. Any questions, contact Kori.

Registration is open for Logos Summer, Fair Oaks’s camp for children entering kindergarten through graduating 5th grade. The camp will be held the week of June 8-12, 8 am-5 pm. We have a voluntary tiered-pricing structure from $100 to $300 for the week, and scholarships are available. Children will bring their lunch, and the church will provide snacks.

Fair Oaks is pleased to offer open Mahjong play every Tuesday, from 10 am to noon, in Fellowship Hall. No RSVP needed. Beginners welcome! Any questions, contact the office.

Logos is the weekly intergenerational experience where adults and children in grades 1 – 12 build relationships with one another and with God. Logos is held on Wednesdays from late September through late March. 1st-5th grades: 4-6:15 pm 6th-8th grades: 4:30-6:30 pm 9th-12th grades: 6-8 pm