All Saints' Sunday is a Christian observance honoring all saints, known and unknown, celebrating the communion of saints and giving thanks for those who have lived faithfully, often commemorated on the first Sunday of November. It's a time to remember departed loved ones, learn from past examples, and recognize the ongoing work of God in the entire Church, with traditions such as lighting candles, offering special prayers, and connecting with the broader Christian family. 

Let us know the names of your departed saints by calling our church office so we can honor them during the service.

A small group of church ladies and their friends meets once a month for a fun outing, fellowship, lunch, support, and prayer together.

Please join us for our next outing on October 29th to go to Galena, IL. Those who like to go with us, please let the church know and sign up for a carpool. We will meet at the church at 9 am for carpool and return by 7 pm.

The Federated Church of Wauconda invites you to join our Family-friendly Falloween event.

Entry is FREE! So bring the whole crew by.

Costumes are welcomed. We ask to refrain from weapons, masks, blood/gore or anything scary that could frighten other attendees. We recommend coming with a treat bag/bucket for collecting goodies.

Things to look forward to:
Hot dogs, chips, veggies and fruit
Drinks
Caramel Apple station
Cozy Bonfire
S’mores station
Candy
Pumpkin painting and crafts
Badminton/Volleyball
Bouncy house
Family photo opportunities
Various games for all ages

A note on accessibility and inclusion:
There will be a sensory-friendly room within the church to be used throughout the night. We will have gluten-free, dairy-free, and dye-free food options. If there’s any other items you may need accommodations for, please reach out to the church (847-526-8471).

As we move into our Stewardship Drive, remember Jesus Christ, who will always provide for us. Sometimes we are blessed in more ways than just our necessities. Indeed, all of life is truly a blessing. 

Thank you so much for remaining faithful in your giving and tithing. As we move from 2026 to 2027, we look forward to a great year in Christ. 

We ask you to prayerfully consider your commitment (pledge) to the Federated Church with a sense of gratitude, trust, and growth in 2027.

Please check out our Commitment Sunday.

Thank you again. 

October 25: Our Commitment Sunday

On this Sunday, you can bring a Pledge to support the church financially.

9:30 am – Commitment Sunday Service

10:45 am - All-Church Picture taken at the Sanctuary

11:00 am - Church Potluck Lunch. The Finance and Stewardship Committee will bring a main dish and a birthday cake. You bring a side dish to share. During lunchtime, we will have some fun programs in the Community Room

The Prayer Shawl Ministry invites everyone to join us for 2 hours of fellowship, creativity, and prayer on the second Thursday and fourth Thursday of each month (September 10 and 24, October 8 and 22, November 12).

Whether you knit, crochet, or craft in another way—you’re welcome! Our ministry is growing to include all kinds of makers who want to create items of comfort, warmth, prayer, and blessing for others who are facing illness, grief, or major life transitions.

No experience is needed! We have yarn, supplies, and friendly teachers ready to help you get started. Come to work on a project, learn a new skill, or simply share in conversation and community as we create and pray together. We’ll also take time to bless the finished shawls during our gathering.

Feel free to invite a friend or anyone who may want to learn more about this meaningful ministry.

FOCW (Fellowship of Christian Women) of Federated Church of Wauconda will meet on Monday, September 28th, at 6 pm at Culver’s in Island Lake to share a treasurer's report, discuss the Christmas Bazaar (Dec. 5, 10 am to 2 pm), and mission donations.

The Prayer Shawl Ministry invites everyone to join us for 2 hours of fellowship, creativity, and prayer on the second Thursday and fourth Thursday of each month (September 10 and 24, October 8 and 22, November 12).

Whether you knit, crochet, or craft in another way—you’re welcome! Our ministry is growing to include all kinds of makers who want to create items of comfort, warmth, prayer, and blessing for others who are facing illness, grief, or major life transitions.

No experience is needed! We have yarn, supplies, and friendly teachers ready to help you get started. Come to work on a project, learn a new skill, or simply share in conversation and community as we create and pray together. We’ll also take time to bless the finished shawls during our gathering.

Feel free to invite a friend or anyone who may want to learn more about this meaningful ministry.

Mark your calendar for September 13, 2026.  That’s RALLY SUNDAY, the day that all of our Fall programs begin.  Come and register for Kids’ Sunday School, Youth Group, and Adults’ Bible Study classes.  Join us afterward for fellowship and enjoy Rally Sunday cake following the 9:30 am service! There will be a pinata for all kids. It just doesn’t get better than this!

The Prayer Shawl Ministry invites everyone to join us for 2 hours of fellowship, creativity, and prayer on the second Thursday and fourth Thursday of each month (September 10 and 24, October 8 and 22, November 12).

Whether you knit, crochet, or craft in another way—you’re welcome! Our ministry is growing to include all kinds of makers who want to create items of comfort, warmth, prayer, and blessing for others who are facing illness, grief, or major life transitions.

No experience is needed! We have yarn, supplies, and friendly teachers ready to help you get started. Come to work on a project, learn a new skill, or simply share in conversation and community as we create and pray together. We’ll also take time to bless the finished shawls during our gathering.

Feel free to invite a friend or anyone who may want to learn more about this meaningful ministry.

The Prayer Shawl Ministry invites everyone to join us for 2 hours of fellowship, creativity, and prayer on the second Thursday and fourth Thursday of each month (August 27, September 10 and 24, October 8 and 22, November 12).

Whether you knit, crochet, or craft in another way—you’re welcome! Our ministry is growing to include all kinds of makers who want to create items of comfort, warmth, prayer, and blessing for others who are facing illness, grief, or major life transitions.

No experience is needed! We have yarn, supplies, and friendly teachers ready to help you get started. Come to work on a project, learn a new skill, or simply share in conversation and community as we create and pray together. We’ll also take time to bless the finished shawls during our gathering.

Feel free to invite a friend or anyone who may want to learn more about this meaningful ministry.

All Church Summer Luncheon will be at noon on Saturday, August 23rd, at Dover Straits in Mundelein (890 E. US Hwy. 45). Men and Women of our church are invited to attend FOCW’s summer luncheon ($ 35), which includes: salad, soup, one entree (your choice from 4 entrees), and tea or coffee and ice cream for dessert. The luncheon and fundraiser is presented by FOCW (Fellowship of Christian Women). When you come to the luncheon, please bring paper towels for the Safe Haven, or bring two non-perishable (shelf-stable) foil packets of tuna, salmon, or chicken for PADS of Lake County.

Please bring your donations this Sunday!

Shelf-stable items in microwaveable ready bowls

• Easy Mac

• Chef Boyardee

• Dinty Moore meals

• Cup of Soup

• Ramen Cups

 Gift Cards ($25 or less)

*        Walmart

*        Jewel

*        Gas station

 Donations

*        Make payable to  “PADS Lake County”

The Prayer Shawl Ministry invites everyone to join us for 2 hours of fellowship, creativity, and prayer on the second Thursday and fourth Thursday of each month (August 13 and 27, September 10 and 24, October 8 and 22, November 12).

Whether you knit, crochet, or craft in another way—you’re welcome! Our ministry is growing to include all kinds of makers who want to create items of comfort, warmth, prayer, and blessing for others who are facing illness, grief, or major life transitions.

No experience is needed! We have yarn, supplies, and friendly teachers ready to help you get started. Come to work on a project, learn a new skill, or simply share in conversation and community as we create and pray together. We’ll also take time to bless the finished shawls during our gathering.

Feel free to invite a friend or anyone who may want to learn more about this meaningful ministry.

Join Us for the Annual Blessing of the Backpacks!
As a new school year begins, let us place it into God's hands. We invite all pre-school, elementary, middle school, high school, and college students—as well as teachers, administrators, bus drivers, and school staff—to bring your backpacks or work bags to our special service.

When: August 9, 2026, at 9:45 a.m. during the Worship Service
Where: Federated Church of Wauconda (200 Barrington, Wauconda, IL)

“Portraying Helen Keller” CANCELLED

So sorry, this event has been cancelled due to a scheduling conflict. Please join us for our next event on Aug 26th.

A group of ladies gets together twice a month on the second Thursday and Fourth Thursday at 10 to 12 pm to make prayer shawls. Join us for our next meetings: July 9, July 23, August 13, August 27, September 10, and September 24.

A small group of church ladies, “Sisterhood, " meets once a month for a fun outing, fellowship, lunch, support, and prayer together.

Please join us for our next outing on June 30th at the Stade’s Farm and Market for Strawberry Picking. Our next meeting will be at Noah’s Ark. We will let you know as soon as the date is set.

We look forward to celebrating Father's Day on June 21 at 9:30 am here at Federated Church, and we would like to invite you, your father, and your family to the service.

A group of ladies gathers together to knit the shawls. We meet twice a month on the second and fourth Thursdays. Anybody can come to learn to knit or crochet to make a prayer shawl. As soon as a prayer shawl is finished, we pray over it and offer comfort to people who are hurting for various reasons. It could be the loss of a loved one or a serious health issue, loss of a job, or numerous other issues. Every time we pick up our knitting, we say a little prayer, “that whoever receives this shawl may they be comforted by its warmth and know that others care and that God loves them.”

Join us for Special Music Sunday with Mike Paterson on Sunday, June 7th, at the 9:30 am Service.

Don't miss the great opportunity to hear his gifted music and songs on June 7th. With his beautiful songs, we can praise God joyfully!

Labyrinths, unlike mazes, have a single, unobstructed path that leads to the center and back out again. Walking deliberately and slowly can quiet the mind, relax the body, and rejuvenate the spirit. Holy Apostles Episcopal Church and the Federated Church of Wauconda invite you to learn more about labyrinths, walk an indoor labyrinth (or use a finger labyrinth), create labyrinth art, and join together in a peace circle to conclude the afternoon. Registration is limited to 35 attendees!

Our facilitator and guide is Janice Lewis, an advanced-certified labyrinth guide with Veriditas, a certified Pastoral Care Specialist, and a certified mindfulness practitioner. She is a Past President of the World Labyrinth Society.

June 6, 2026 (Saturday)  1 PM – 3 PM

Wauconda Federated Church

200   Barrington Rd.,   Wauconda, IL 60084

Two Ways to Register: Go to the event page: Discover Labyrinth Program Sign-up; or call the Federated Church: 847-526-8471: ‍‍ ‍‍

A small group of church ladies meets once a month for a fun outing, fellowship, lunch, support, and prayer together.

Please join us for our next outing on June 4th at the Chicago Botanical Garden. Our next meeting will be at Noah’s Ark. We will let you know as soon as the date is set.

A group of ladies gathers together to knit the shawls. We meet twice a month on the second and fourth Thursdays. Anybody can come to learn to knit or crochet to make a prayer shawl. As soon as a prayer shawl is finished, we pray over it and offer comfort to people who are hurting for various reasons. It could be the loss of a loved one or a serious health issue, loss of a job, or numerous other issues. Every time we pick up our knitting, we say a little prayer, “that whoever receives this shawl may they be comforted by its warmth and know that others care and that God loves them.”

Join us to celebrate Pentecost and Confirmation Sunday on May 24th at 9:30 am. On Pentecost, one of the Confirmands will be baptized, and three of the confirmands will be confirmed on Sunday. The term "confirmation" marks the first time a baptized Christian publicly "confirms" their intention to live the vows of the baptismal and membership covenant, thereby becoming a professing member of the local congregation.

We are so excited about our confirmands, who have worked hard for 8 months studying God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Bible, our beliefs, worship, sacraments, our American Baptist and United Methodist denominations, our founders, our church histories, and how to be good Christians. They also learned Bible stories and memorized the 10 commandments and the order of the Bible. They went on field trips and engaged in hands-on ministries in the church and the communities. We will celebrate their accomplishments and joyfully welcome them as our new full members of the Federated Church.

There will be a reception right after the worship service. Please join us to celebrate their achievements and being confirmed in Christ.

Please bring your donations this Sunday!

Shelf-stable items in microwaveable ready bowls

• Easy Mac

• Chef Boyardee

• Dinty Moore meals

• Cup of Soup

• Ramen Cups

 Gift Cards ($25 or less)

*        Walmart

*        Jewel

*        Gas station

 Donations

*        Make payable to  “PADS Lake County”

Join us to celebrate all our graduates’ achievements this year, whether graduating from middle school, high school, college, graduate school, or professional school. We like to celebrate with you. Please let us (the church office or Pastor) know by May 15th with your name, the school you are graduating from, and the degree you have received.