We are a CHRIST-Centered

GOD-Fearing, and

SPIRIT-Filled

Congregation.

Our mission is to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ with people from all backgrounds and walks of life. With caring and open hearts, we seek to exemplify our love through multiple ministries and worship experiences intentionally designed to reach our diverse, post-modern society.

Emmanuel is a part of the
Seventh-day Adventist Church,
a world-wide organization with more than 19 million members in countries around the world.

Seventh-day Adventists accept the Bible as their only creed of faith and hold certain fundamental beliefs to be in harmony with the teachings of the Holy Scriptures.


The Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church in Chicago Heights, Illinois is within the Lake Region Conference. 

Faith

Faith is the cornerstone of our church. It is part of every activity that we do, every meeting that we hold. We believe in our Lord, and that our actions are a reflection of his goodness. 

Scripture

We look to the Lord for guidance in our lives. In Scripture, we find all that we need to guide us in the right path. Reading and understanding Scripture helps us all live 

meaningful lives. 

Community

Join us. We welcome each and every one of you to encounter the Lord's unconditional love with us. Inside each of us is a purpose and meaning to be fulfilled by God. 

Meet Our Pastor!

Pastor Michael and Dr. Ruth Horton are passionate about reaching people through the love of God.  They see the Lord in all aspects of life and convey their deep faith through sermons, classes, and actions. Their passion for Scripture is unmistakable and conveyed through every activity that is undertaken. Pastor Horton holds several Bible Classes every week, all of which are open to the public. Join us to discover the full meaning of the Word of God and how they can enrich your life. 

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About

Seventh-day Adventists®

The Seventh-day Adventist Church is a mainstream Protestant church with approxi- mately 19 million members worldwide, including more than one million members in North America. The Seventh-day Adventist Church seeks to enhance quality of life for people everywhere and to let people know that Jesus is coming again soon.

Adventists believe a Trinity of three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit—make up one God. They made salvation possible when Jesus, the Son, came to earth as a baby in Bethlehem and lived a sinless life in accordance with the Father's will. When Jesus was crucified for the sins of the people of the world and arose from the dead on the third day, victory was won for everyone.

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Jesus Is Coming Again!

When He returned to heaven following the resurrection, Jesus left the Holy Spirit to serve as our Comforter and Counselor. He promised to return to earth a second time to complete His plan of salvation and take His people to heaven. Adventists are among the believers who look forward to that day.

Adventists believe that God is concerned with the quality of human life, and that everything—the way we live, eat, speak, think, treat each other, and care for the world around us—is part of His plan. Our families, our children, our jobs, our talents, our money, and our time are all important to Him.

Meet Our Elders

Every member of our Church Board is a thought leader who has made significant contributions. Each one brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our Church. 

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

ADVENTIST WORLD CHURCH

NORTH AMERICAN DIVISION

LAKE UNION CONFERENCE

LAKE REGION CONFERENCE

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Adventist Education

We care about our kids' eternal life which starts at home and continues at the rights school. This is how and where we educate our kids to succeed on earth and also prepare them for heaven.

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