Bringing God’s Word to life, faithfully serving Jesus Christ, each other and the community
Welcome to Living Faith Outreach Ministries
About Us
Standing on God's Word
At Living Faith Outreach Ministries, our doors are open to all who seek God's love and wish to welcome Jesus into their hearts. We invite you to open your heart and allow God's grace to fill your soul.
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At Living Faith, we strive to be a pillar of love and acceptance within our local community. Our ministry welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds, providing a place of peace, joy, and spiritual nourishment for all who are moved to join us in experiencing God's love.
Our Mission, Our Vision, Our Calling
Mission: The organization aims to better people's lives by empowering them to fulfill their God-given potential. They put Christain faith into practice through religious services, educational initiatives, and community outreach programs designed to strengthen the local community,
Vision: Living Faith pursues its mission through a diverse array of religious, charitable, educational, scientific, and community development initiatives.
Calling: Through the dedication of our leadership, pastors, and volunteers, we are committed to the teachings of Jesus Christ, and are here to spread His message. We are committed to reaching out to those in need with God's love and provision.
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Meet Our Spiritual Leaders
The leadership team at Living Faith Outreach Ministries consists of ordained ministers and leaders with the confidence to guide our community in faith, answer questions, conduct services, and organize church events.
Dr. Jeanette Lester
CEO & President
Dr. Lester is the founder of LFOM and is responsible for the operation of the organization. As our CEO and President, she plays a significant role in leadership and as a spiritual leader here at Living Faith Outreach Ministries. As a devoted mother, I advocate for educational opportunities that empower all individuals to fulfill their true potential. For the past three decades, I have faithfully served in God's ministry, offering encouragement, assistance, instruction, and service to others. In my free time, I find great fulfillment in volunteering, and leading fundraising initiatives that positively impact people's lives.
Dr. Ruby Harris
Vice President & License Clinical Counselor
Dr. Harris is responsible for encouraging and maintaining our ministry culture by being an active leader in our ever-growing community. As our VP and Licensed Clinical Counselor, she plays a crucial role in the spiritual life and growth here at Living Faith Outreach Ministries. She is a wife, mother of two, and the founder of Glorious Destiny Ministries. Dr. Harris has served thirty years in God's Ministry faithfully counseling, helping, teaching, educating, and serving others.
Services
Service
Service Times
Come and Worship with us on Zoom!
Sundays: 3:00p.m - Prayer
Sundays: 4:00p.m. - Evening Worship Services
Mondays: 6:00p.m. - Faith Warriors in Christ Life Group Discussions
Tuesdays: 6:00p.m. - Bible Study
Our Community
We encourage our church family to get together outside of worship times. Living Faith offers a range of social, learning, and volunteer events that help strengthen our members and the community.
What’s Happening in 2024?
Outreach & Charitable Events
Community Back to-School Event
August 31st - 10:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.
Thanksgivings Food Drive
Accepting Donations from
October 1st - November 23rd
Christmas Toy Drive
Accepting Donations from
November 1st - December 22nd
Give
The Joy of Generosity
It is more blessed to give than to receive (Acts 20:35). Living Faith Outreach Ministries is a religious organization for the community. Every gift makes a remarkable difference to our remarkable ministry, the people of Living Faith are committed to our work in the community. Please give as much as you can to help with our mission of bettering lives in Chicago and beyond. You can easily donate online, contribute during any of our online services, or mail to 6615 Grand Ave #385, Gurnee IL 60031. We are so grateful for your commitment and generosity.
Inspirational Quote
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase."
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Words of Encouragement Quotes
"It's one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself to forgive. Forgive everybody."
Maya Angelou
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart: and lean not unto thine own understanding, In all your ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."
Proverbs 3:5-6
"Nothing glows brighter than the heart awakened to the light of love that lives within it."