Celebrating Past, Building Future: Aurora Church Celebrates 163 Years in Ministry

By Al Benson

ILLINOIS – With historical displays and an afternoon of fellowship, Aurora Advent Christian Church celebrated 163 years of ministry on Saturday, May 6.

“Celebrating the past, building the future” was the theme. The public was invited. Light refreshments were served.

Below are photos from the event.

Judy Stone, right, former Aurora Advent Christian Church congregant, peruses historical materials at a May 6 legacy celebration marking the church's 163 years in ministry. (Al Benson photo)
The Rev. Matt Mull, center, Aurora Advent Christian Church senior pastor, greets visitors. (Al Benson photo)
Visitors view a historical display. (Al Benson photo)
A mementos table offered photos, church newsletters and newspaper clippings to visitors. (Al Benson photo)
Aurora Advent Christian Church athletic jerseys are among historical materials displayed. Over the years, the church fielded softball, basketball and bowling teams. (Al Benson photo)

Aurora Advent Christian Church published an updated history for its legacy celebration. A 24-page “Aurora Advent Christian Church 1860-2023” is based on a church history compiled by late church archivist Pauline Easley (1937-2023), which was revised and updated in May. With words and color photos, the latest history chronicles the founding of the Aurora church in 1854 through 2023 when Advent merged with Redeemer Community Church.

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