Best Park Street Church Podcasts (2024)

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The Armor of God

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Mark Booker | Ephesians 6:14-17 | This second sermon in a three-part series on Eph 6.10-20 examines the armor that God supplies us so that we might stand firm against the devil. It considers the different pieces of armor and then reflects on how to put the armor on.By Park Street Church

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Kamala Accepts, Chicago Takes A Bow, And Beyoncé Didn’t Show — Day Four Of The DNC 18:27

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An eventful final day at the DNC convention. Block Club reporters covered it all. Reporters - Mack Liederman, Alex V Hernandez, Melody Mercado, Colin Boyle, Jamie Nesbitt Golden, Quinn Myers Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to deli…

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Marches, Maggots and Monologues - Day Three Of The DNC 18:58

1d ago18:58

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An eventful Day Three of the DNC featured continued protests, a strange incident involving maggots, the pomp inside the United Center and a sit-in following the festivities. Block Club Chicago covers its all. Reporters - Melody Mercado, Colin Boyle, Mack Liederman, Quinn Myers, Ariel Parella, Gwen Ihnat. Read More Here Want to donate to our non-pro…

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The Obamas, Lil Jon, And The MyPillow Guy -- Day Two Of The DNC 15:52

2d ago15:52

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The DNC is halfway through, and day two featured energy, drama, and some weird stuff too! Our reporters covered it all. Host - Jon Hansen Reporters - Melody Mercado, Colin Boyle, Quinn Myers, Mack Liederman, Madison Savedra Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ne…

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Dispatches From Day One Of The DNC 14:21

3d ago14:21

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The 2024 Democratic National Convention kicked off in Chicago Monday, after months of preparations and an eventful summer that saw Vice President Kamala Harris abruptly become the party’s nominee as President Joe Biden stepped aside. Here's what part of the day sounded like from Block Club reporters. Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK…

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Honoring History And Heartache By Saving A Cabrini-Green Church 19:24

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Marques “Merk” Elliston and Cher’Don Reynolds hope to buy the former Strangers Home Missionary Baptist Church and convert it into the Cabrini Art House, an arts and community center. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Patrick Filbin Read More Here Ahead of the school year, Block Club is partnering with the organization Open Books to provide 1,600 free bo…

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Are Chicago's Street Festivals Less Safe As They Get More Crowded? 22:32

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An analysis of city permit data found many street festival producers are submitting permits for crowd sizes significantly lower than what’s being advertised online — but the estimates are used to make safety plans. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Melody Mercado Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club …

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Stand

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Mark Booker | Ephesians 6:10-13 | In this opening sermon in a short series on Ephesians 6.10-20, we look at vv.10-13 and consider the following: 1) that we are in a battle, 2) the need to know our enemy, and 3) the call to stand.By Park Street Church

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How The Dave Matthews Dump Actually Helped The Chicago River 17:16

13d ago17:16

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Dave Matthews’ tour bus emptied its 800-pound septic tank on people taking a cruise 20 years ago this week. One boat passenger thinks the band has paid an unfair price for its driver’s error, but gets why Chicagoans won’t forget. And some people think that the incident actually helped the Chicago River. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Clint Worthingto…

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How 'Chance The Snapper' Changed Chicago 20:49

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Gator trapper Frank Robb said Chance is the “beefiest and bossiest” gator at the Florida gator farm, where he’s been living “a glorious life” since he was caught. Mina Bloom on how Chance changed everything. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Mina Bloom Read More Here Buy Block Club Animals Merch! Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who…

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Keeping Things in Perspective

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Jonathan Gibson | Luke 10:38-42 | In this encounter between Jesus, Martha, and Mary at Martha's home, we are encouraged to order the many important things in life by the one necessary thing.By Park Street Church

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The Olympic Sport That Started In A Chicago Pool 17:30

22d ago17:30

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The “mother of synchronized swimming” was once an instructor at Wilbur Wright College. The college’s longtime synchro club is trying to rebuild after losing members during the COVID-19 pandemic. Host - Iridian Fierro Reporter - Molly DeVore Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is a 501(c…

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Watchful, Wise, Witness

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Scott Sunquist | Colossians 4:2-6 | Guest preacher Scott Sunquist, President of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, examines the call to prayerful watchfulness, wisdom, and witness to the mystery of Christ, found in Paul’s letter to the Colossians.By Park Street Church

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Saving A Great Lakes Species One Nest At A Time 22:21

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For 71 years, piping plovers were missing from Cook County shores. Monty and Rose changed that in 2019, and one organization is working hard to ensure future generations return to Montrose Beach. Host - Jon Hansen Guest - Tamima Itani The Chicago Piping Plovers Organization Block Club Chicago's Piping Plover Coverage Want to donate to our non-profi…

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Chicago's Tornado Season Is Getting Stronger, Longer, And Much More Dangerous 21:58

1M ago21:58

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WGN-TV Weather Producer Bill Snyder talks about the historic July 15th tornado outbreak, and why more days like it are likely on the way. Host - Jon Hansen Guest - Bill Snyder Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and …

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The Grace that Makes Us Different

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Sandy Willson | Titus 3:1-11 | Guest preacher Sandy Willson, interim president of The Gospel Coalition and pastor emeritus at Second Presbyterian Church in Memphis, Tennessee, opens Pauls' considers Paul's letter to Titus. As Christians, we are called to be different because of the grace that God has shown to us.…

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How A Reader's Tip Led To Federal Charges For Loretto Hospital Executives 23:45

1M ago23:45

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The former chief financial officer at Loretto Hospital who was at the center of a COVID vaccine scandal in the early days of the pandemic has been charged with defrauding the safety net hospital out of $15 million. Our Kelly Bauer says it was reader tips that started her investigation. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Kelly Bauer Block Club Chicago's L…

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Will Nascar Return To Chicago Next Year? 17:40

1M ago17:40

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Another year of Nascar in the books, but the question remains -- is it worth it? Melody Mercado with a recap of what went down Nascar weekend, and how some neighbors, businesses, and community leaders feel about another race next year. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Melody Mercado Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE W…

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Who is your Shepherd?

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Leonard Mosiah | Psalm 23 | Those whose shepherd is the Lord have provision, salvation, restoration, and life everlasting.By Park Street Church

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From Her Grandpa's Boat On Lake Michigan To Paris 2024 22:06

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Maggie Shea grew up sailing with her family on Lake Michigan on her grandfather’s boat WINDANCER, and quickly fell in love with being on the water and competing. Now, she's getting to represent the USA in the Paris Olympics! Host - Jon Hansen Guest - Maggie Shea Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is …

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Where Did All The Music Festivals Go? 16:29

2M ago16:29

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The Silver Room Block Party and Hyde Park Summer Fest grew from neighborhood parties into popular, community-focused festivals. But the fests got too expensive for organizers, and some wonder if these types of events will return to the South Side. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Maxwell Evans Read More Here Maia McDonald's coverage of the final Silver…

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Shout for Joy

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Mark Booker | Psalm 33 | We look at the exhortation to shout for joy from this psalm and at the reasons given for doing so. Living a life of joyful praise flows out of who God is and the fact that he is for us.By Park Street Church

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The Group Fishing Divvy Bikes Out Of Lake Michigan 15:09

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So many bikes litter the lake that the Fire Department, the rideshare company and a group of volunteers dubbed the Divvy Fishers Society can barely keep up. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Mack Leiderman Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicat…

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After Being Shot At, The 'Army Of Moms' Leader Might Quit 18:02

2M ago18:02

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Tamar Manasseh, founder of Mothers Against Senseless Killing, is considering disbanding the group, which keeps watch over Englewood blocks, after she and fellow organizers were shot at and her pleas for help have been ignored. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Jamie Nesbitt Golden Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who …

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Gospel Fruit

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Mark Booker | Acts 2:42-47 | In this sixth and final message in a series on Acts 2, we consider the earliest Christian community which is the fruit of the gospel. We look at the hearts of the earliest community, their devotion, and what they are devoted to.By Park Street Church

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Conquering The Cubs-Sox Red Line Doubleheader 20:27

2M ago20:27

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Eighteen innings of baseball over nine hours in 90-plus-degree weather, with a packed train ride in between? It takes guts, a game plan, at least a few hot dogs and a high tolerance for booze and losing baseball. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Mack Liederman Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Ch…

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What Is The True Chicago Accent -- And Why Is It Dying? 20:58

2M ago20:58

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The so-called “Chicago accent” is one of the city’s greatest exports, alongside Italian beef, deep-dish pizza and up-and-coming sketch comedians. But most associate a particular kind of sound to the average Chicagoan. But there are actually many Chicago accents with different origins, and they span far beyond the North Side climes that soak up a lo…

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Ed Burke Sentenced To 2 Years In Prison -- Here's Why. 19:29

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DIRKSEN FEDERAL COURTHOUSE — Former Ald. Ed Burke, the longest-serving alderman in Chicago history, was sentenced to two years in prison Monday, six months after he was convicted of racketeering and a suite of other crimes committed while he was in office. Federal Defense Attorney Mike Leonard explains what happened. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Qu…

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Hope of the Earth

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Randall Wetzig | Psalm 65 | In this psalm, we see how God abundantly provides for his people, turning the waters of chaos into good.By Park Street Church

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The Chicago Artist Turning Cicadas Into Jewelry 15:51

2M ago15:51

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When Sophia Catania learned that there would be a massive invasion of cicadas in the Chicago area, she was thrilled. That’s because she turns cicadas into jewelry. In 2020, Catania began taking walks “as a way to stay sane” during the pandemic, she said. Her casual walks soon turned into nature walks while she looked for and observed bugs. One day,…

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Quiet Zone Established Around Downtown Women’s Clinic Targeted By Protesters 18:38

2M ago18:38

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An ordinance establishing a noise-sensitive zone around a Downtown woman’s clinic passed City Council Wednesday, ending an eight-month battle spearheaded by Ald. Bill Conway (34th). Host- Jon Hansen Reporter - Melody Mercado Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit n…

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Gospel Response

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Mark Booker | Acts 2:37-41 | This sermon considers the response to Peter's preaching of the gospel in Acts 2 under the headings of conviction, actions, gifts, and fruit.By Park Street Church

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The Fight For Local News -- And You Can Help 23:30

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Six years ago, a small and scrappy group of journalists refused to give up on neighborhood news, and Block Club Chicago was born. But our 6th birthday is not just a celebration of Block Club — it’salso a celebration of reader support. We wouldn’t be here without the generosity of readers like you. Host - Jon Hansen Guest - Shamus Toomey, Stephanie …

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Will DuSable Lake Shore Drive Always Be A Big, Fast, Loud Highway? 14:34

2M ago14:34

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Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Mack Liederman A group of alderpeople want the state to pump the brakes on plans to redesign DuSable Lake Shore Drive and instead find ways to prioritize public transit on the city’s most famous road. Fourteen alderpeople have signed a letter to Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Omer Osman and Chicago Depa…

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Lord and Messiah

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Mark Booker | Acts 2:33-36 | Peter's sermon stays focused on the crucified and raised Jesus and drives to the declaration that this Jesus is both Lord and Messiah (Christ). This has implications for his original hearers, for us, and for Christian witness.By Park Street Church

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The Country’s Oldest Black Tennis Club Is Keeping The Sport Alive In Bronzeville 20:00

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The nation’s first Black tennis club started on privately owned land needs help repairing its tennis courts, and club members are looking to the public for support. The Chicago Prairie Tennis Club, 3211 S. Ellis Ave., faces a heavy financial lift as four of the courts they’ve been using for decades have fallen into disrepair. Host - Jon Hansen Repo…

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The Cubs-White Sox Rivalry Goes Back To A Baseball ‘War’ In 1900 23:15

3M ago23:15

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For over 120 years, the battle over fans, space and prestige in Chicago — and in the history books — has simmered between the North Side and South Side teams and their supporters. Here’s how it happened. Host - Jon Hansen Guests - Linze Rice, Shamus Toomey Read More Here About Cubs - Sox History Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE…

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Raised Up

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Mark Booker | Acts 2:22-32 | Christian witness is all about Jesus. As Peter turns to Jesus, he initially addresses his life, death, and resurrection. We also see some deeper dimensions of the way that God works in the world in these verses.By Park Street Church

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This Chicago Bar Is Celebrating 90 Legal Years -- Not Counting Its Speakeasy Era 21:34

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The backdrop of Andersonville’s Clark Street business corridor may have evolved over the decades, but one anchor on the street has remained steadfast: an unsuspecting neighborhood bar with a large “pickled” herring neon sign hanging over the sidewalk. Simon’s Tavern, 5210 N. Clark St., has been operating for 90 years as of this spring, owner Scott …

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Turns Out, Our 'City Of Neighborhoods' Has No Neighborhoods At All 18:02

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The city has 77 community areas -- but no officially recognized neighborhoods. A Chicago Neighborhood Project survey asked residents to define where they live. Project leader Professor Emily Talen joins the Block Club Chicago podcast to explain. Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonpr…

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The Ultimate 2024 Summer Bucket List! 17:42

3M ago17:42

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The Block Club Chicago Staff offers their summer bucket lists for 2024! Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we are Block Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be cove…

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A Promise Fulfilled

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Mark Booker | Acts 2:12-21 | As Peter begins his Pentecost sermon, he declares that this event is the fulfillment of Israel's great hope that God would pour out his Spirit in a fresh way. This sermon explores the texture of this fulfillment through Peter's quotation of the prophet Joel.By Park Street Church

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Chicago's Pride Month Celebrations Start With The Queer Fam Pride Jam 21:54

3M ago21:54

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Queer Fam Pride Jam returns June 2nd for its second annual edition. The LGBTQ+ family-friendly celebration will kick off Pride Month with drag performances, DJ sets, dancing, crafts, face painting, a vendor market and more. Today's episode chats with the organizers of the event. Queer Fam Pride Jam will take place 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 2 at Millenniu…

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What ShotSpotter And CTA's Dorval Carter Share - A Murky Future, And Trouble For Mayor Johnson 19:12

3M ago19:12

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Alderpeople voted 34-14 on Wednesday to pass legislation to upend Mayor Brandon Johnson’s plan to phase out ShotSpotter this year. Johnson later said the vote “did nothing.” A majority of alderpeople want CTA President Dorval Carter out -- the Mayor doesn't. Are these two stories a sign of fading City Council support for the Mayor? Host - Jon Hanse…

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Lost In Translation: Migrant Kids Struggle In Chicago Schools 20:38

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Two years after busloads of migrant children began arriving in Chicago, many have landed in schools where most don’t speak Spanish. Custodians and kindergarten teachers are taking on the role of translator, but students are still falling behind. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Mina Bloom Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK …

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Power for Witness

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Mark Booker | Acts 2:1-13 | We look at the the giving of the Spirit on Pentecost in this first message in a new series on Acts 2. We consider the context of the call to witness and the provision of God's Spirit who enables us to fulfill that call.By Park Street Church

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Chicagoans Doubled Our Bike Trips In Past 5 Years. Why? 18:00

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Chicagoans took more than twice as many bike trips last year as they did in 2019, with increases of nearly 200 percent in some parts of the South Side, according to recent estimates. But that growth isn’t uniform, as ridership is growing more slowly on the Far South and Southeast sides — mirroring trends elsewhere on the city’s outskirts. Host - Jo…

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Proposed Bears Stadium 'For Our Children' -- But Community Leaders Are Skeptical 15:05

3M ago15:05

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Mayor Brandon Johnson said the proposed $4.7 billion stadium and surrounding green space will be open to Chicago’s kids and teens, but some organizers who work with youth question what that access will actually look like. Host - Jon Hansen Reporter - Jamie Nesbitt Golden Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HERE Who we ar…

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How Mayor Johnson's First Year Lined Up With His Campaign Promises -- And We've Got Receipts 42:57

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Mayor Brandon Johnson is finishing up his first year in office. The Block Club Chicago team examined his campaign promises, and analyzed which ones have been met, are being worked on, or have been left to the side -- for now. Host - Jon Hansen Reporters - Quinn Myers, Melody Mercado, Madison Savedra, Reema Amin - Chalkbeat Chicago Editor - Iridian …

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The Wine and The Wedding

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Ronnie Collier Stevens | John 2:1-11 | Pastor Stevens shared the story of Jesus' first miracle, turning water into wine. He encouraged us to follow Mary's command, to do whatever He tells you.By Park Street Church

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