Cornerstone Christian Center South Chicago Heights IL
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Who we are
Welcome to Cornerstone Christian Center
If you want to make a difference in the lives of others then we invite you to Cornerstone Christian Center.
People have come into Cornerstone Christian Center from every walk of life and grown in their relationship with God, and found meaningful friendships while discovering their God-given purpose and design.
We call this the power of a transformed life!
Cornerstone Christian Center offers incredible ministries for children, youth, men, women, couples and singles, but it doesn’t stop with what happens on our campus.
We welcome you to partner with us as we touch the people of the Chicagoland area and the nations of the earth.
If you want to make a difference in the lives of others then we invite you to Cornerstone Christian Center.
People have come into Cornerstone Christian Center from every walk of life and grown in their relationship with God, and found meaningful friendships while discovering their God-given purpose and design.
We call this the power of a transformed life!
Cornerstone Christian Center offers incredible ministries for children, youth, men, women, couples and singles, but it doesn’t stop with what happens on our campus.
We welcome you to partner with us as we touch the people of the Chicagoland area and the nations of the earth.
Church Address
2919 Chicago Rd
South Chicago Heights,
IL
60411-4738
United States
Phone: 708-756-3358
Fax: 708-756-4497
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Senior Pastor
2919 Chicago Rd
South Chicago Heights,
IL
60411-4738
United States
Phone: 708-756-3358
Fax: 708-756-4497
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Foursquare Church
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Greg Howse
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Title: Senior Leader
Joined Cornerstone Staff: 1982
Education: BA in Political Science from UCLA
Family: Married to Karen, with two children, a son-in-law and three grandchildren
Favorite Authors or Books: Alan Hirsch / Any books that address the development of local church leadership and ministry
Life verse: Zechariah 3:7
Motto: Just keep moving
Music Artists: Usually anything with horns, or with a driving beat / Israel Houghton / Hillsong / and contemporary worship music
Recreational Activities/Hobbies: Movies
Restaurant: Any good Chicago steak house / Pasta with marinara sauce
Season: The transition from spring to summer, and the transition from summer to fall
Snack Food: Popcorn / Salt & Vinegar chips
Sport team: Any team from UCLA
Time of day: Morning
Joined Cornerstone Staff: 1982
Education: BA in Political Science from UCLA
Family: Married to Karen, with two children, a son-in-law and three grandchildren
Favorite Authors or Books: Alan Hirsch / Any books that address the development of local church leadership and ministry
Life verse: Zechariah 3:7
Motto: Just keep moving
Music Artists: Usually anything with horns, or with a driving beat / Israel Houghton / Hillsong / and contemporary worship music
Recreational Activities/Hobbies: Movies
Restaurant: Any good Chicago steak house / Pasta with marinara sauce
Season: The transition from spring to summer, and the transition from summer to fall
Snack Food: Popcorn / Salt & Vinegar chips
Sport team: Any team from UCLA
Time of day: Morning
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P.O. Box 9
Chicago Heights, IL
60412
Chicago Heights, IL
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Cornerstone Christian Center Service Times
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Sundays @9:30am
The Life Table:
Wednesdays @7:30pm
Cornerstone Christian Center service times last updated on the 3rd of February, 2025
Sundays @9:30am
The Life Table:
Wednesdays @7:30pm
Cornerstone Christian Center service times last updated on the 3rd of February, 2025
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We observe a casual dress style. We are more concerned with meeting you than we are with what you wear. At Cornerstone Christian Center you’ll see nearly every style of clothing.
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Cornerstone Christian Center History
Cornerstone Christian Center (CCC) began as the Foursquare Gospel Church of Chicago Heights, Illinois back in the late 1940′s. It was started by two women preachers who had graduated from L.I.F.E. Bible College in Los Angeles California. On Easter Sunday in 1956, the church moved into a newly constructed building on the property of 2919 Chicago Road, in South Chicago Heights, and Cornerstone Christian Center remains on that property today.
Dr. Clarence Fast was the Pastor during the mid 1970′s. Dr. Fast was very involved in civic matters, the Charismatic movement, and the Full Gospel Business Men’s Association. Through Dr. Fast’s leadership, in 1973, the Foursquare Christian School began.
Irvin Espeseth became the pastor in the late 1970′s. He and his wife had served as Foursquare missionaries in Guatemala for a number of years, and served at the church until 1982. The Espeseths moved to Parsons, Kansas, where they continue to experience successful, and growing ministry as of the time of this writing.
Greg Howse, with his wife Karen, and their children Christine and Jonathan, became the pastor of the church at the end of August 1982. His first Sunday as pastor was Labor Day weekend of that same year. There were about sixty people in attendance that first Sunday for Pastor Greg Howse.
There was restored health and steady growth in the church over the first few years as Pastor Greg brought fresh vision and empowerment into the congregation and the surrounding geographic region. In 1984 Ken and Mary Rose came to work in the school, and Linda Sons served as the principal during this time. Ken was appointed principal of the school in 1986, and faithfully served in that position through January 1999 when Judy Hitt assumed the position on an interim basis.
Toward the end of 1985 the church decided to establish a fresh and relevant identity by adopting the name “Cornerstone Christian Center”. The school’s name was also changed to “Cornerstone Christian School”. In 1986 the church building underwent a major remodeling project, and was dedicated in 1987. During the remodeling process the inside of the building was completely gutted, renovated, and transformed into a beautiful, modern sanctuary with new offices. Cornerstone Christian Center purchased several houses on the block during the 1980′s to aid in playground space for the school, and additional parking for the church.
The building now known as the “Cornerstone Annex” was purchased in 1988. An addition to the school was completed in 1990, and a second addition was completed in 1994. These two additions to the school building more than tripled the size of the original structure.
In 1993 the building that once stood at 2919 Chicago Road was destroyed by an electrical fire; and five years later it was replaced by the larger multi-purpose building which now stands on the property. The church family which now meets at 2919 Chicago Road in Chicago Heights, Illinois continues to be a beacon of hope, a symbol of godliness, and a vision of equality in the south suburbs of Chicago.
Irvin Espeseth became the pastor in the late 1970′s. He and his wife had served as Foursquare missionaries in Guatemala for a number of years, and served at the church until 1982. The Espeseths moved to Parsons, Kansas, where they continue to experience successful, and growing ministry as of the time of this writing.
Greg Howse, with his wife Karen, and their children Christine and Jonathan, became the pastor of the church at the end of August 1982. His first Sunday as pastor was Labor Day weekend of that same year. There were about sixty people in attendance that first Sunday for Pastor Greg Howse.
There was restored health and steady growth in the church over the first few years as Pastor Greg brought fresh vision and empowerment into the congregation and the surrounding geographic region. In 1984 Ken and Mary Rose came to work in the school, and Linda Sons served as the principal during this time. Ken was appointed principal of the school in 1986, and faithfully served in that position through January 1999 when Judy Hitt assumed the position on an interim basis.
The building now known as the “Cornerstone Annex” was purchased in 1988. An addition to the school was completed in 1990, and a second addition was completed in 1994. These two additions to the school building more than tripled the size of the original structure.
In 1993 the building that once stood at 2919 Chicago Road was destroyed by an electrical fire; and five years later it was replaced by the larger multi-purpose building which now stands on the property. The church family which now meets at 2919 Chicago Road in Chicago Heights, Illinois continues to be a beacon of hope, a symbol of godliness, and a vision of equality in the south suburbs of Chicago.
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Come Lord Jesus!
Lord Jesus, master of both the light and the darkness, send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas. We who have so much to do seek quiet spaces to hear your voice each day. We who are anxious over many things look forward to your coming among us. We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of your kingdom. We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of your presence. We are your people, walking in darkness, yet seeking the light. To you we say, "Come Lord Jesus!"
Cornerstone Christian Center listing was last updated on the 3rd of February, 2025
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