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Immanuel Lutheran Chicago Pastors

Rev Montgomery Johnson, Senior Pastor

Pastor Monte Johnson

Pastor Monte (gender pronouns: he/him/his- what’s this?) was called to Immanuel in June 2003.  He enjoys serving a diverse urban community and a congregation with such a long history of welcoming friends and neighbors—especially children and youth.  In addition, Immanuel’s commitment to beautiful music and liturgy makes him feel spoiled to preside at worship each week.

Pastor Monte earned his master’s degrees in 1993 from the University of Chicago, Divinity School and The School of Social Work Administration.  His ‘Lutheran year,’ including Clinical Pastoral Education, field work, and full-year internship were administered through the Lutheran School of Theology in Chicago. He obtained a B.A. from St. Olaf College in 1985.  Immanuel is the third Metro Chicago congregation he has served in since being ordained in 1993.

Pastor Monte was remarried in 2004.  He currently lives in Evanston with his wife, Kari, their 14-year old daughter, Leah, and 15-year old dog, Maddy.  In addition, three college-aged boys—Russell, Joe, and Sam are eagerly welcomed home at every opportunity. In his free time, Pastor Monte enjoys working in his yard, riding his bike, reading books and going to plays.

 

Contact Pastor Monte Johnson at 773-743-1820

Dri Rivera, M.Div
Minister of Youth and Households

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(Pronounced A-driana, or Dri for short [rhymes with tree])

Hi, friends! My name is Adriana (but you can call me Dri) and I am so excited to come on board as the ECT Youth and Household’s Minister. I was born and raised in Northwest Indiana, where I also taught 7th grade ELA for 5 years in addition to youth ministry and Christian education leadership at my local church. I coached volleyball and led Fellowship of Christian Athletes huddles during my teaching years.

I’m currently working on a PhD in Christian Education and Congregational Studies at Garrett Evangelical-Theological Seminary in Evanston, IL. I look forward to facilitating a fun and safe space for faith formation where we can ask tough questions and co-create new ways of being the Beloved Community.

PS– I love all things anime, BTS, and Disney!

Getting Here

Public Transportation: We are conveniently located about two blocks from the #22 Clark bus and a ten-minute walk from the Thorndale red line station.

Parking: On Sundays, parking is available at Senn High School (5900 N Glenwood Ave) half a block south of the church. An accessible drop-off location is located directly in front of the church entrance on Elmdale Ave.

About Us

Immanuel is a member congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) This is Christ’s church. There is a place for you here. We are the church that shares a living, daring confidence in God’s grace. Liberated by our faith, we embrace you as a whole person–questions, complexities and all. Join us as we do God’s work in Christ’s name for the life of the world.

Pastor Sermons

  • Taste and See
  • Stopping The Nonstop Bad News
  • The Right Road
  • Kingdom Train to Glory
  • The Blessed Light

Contact Us

Address
1500 W Elmdale Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60660

Phone/Fax
773-743-1820
773-743-1849

Email/Web
churchonelmdale@gmail.com
www.immanuellutheranchicago.org

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