Local churches are uniting in Lockport to host an evangelistic community outreach event in honor of National Back to Church Sunday.
A Chicagoland grassroots ministry called the Sozo Group is planning the event, along with a local 40-person committee that represents 14 area churches. The community block party is scheduled for Sept. 18 from 1-6 p.m. at Dellwood Park.
The Block Party at Dellwood Park is presented by Sozo and sponsored by more than 20 area churches across many denominations.
The free outreach event will feature music, a comedy team, activities for kids and food. All of the entertainment, activities, and food are provided free of charge to the public.
“We need to reinforce to the community the benefits of belonging to a local church,” ministry founder Jess Olivito said. “We’re grateful to all those who have supported the vision so far. “[We] are proud that this event can be offered free of charge.”
Several genres of music will be performed throughout the day, including pop, Latin, R&B, gospel, praise and worship, and Christian rap. Several local speakers and entertainers will offer encouragement between concert performances.
The night will conclude with a Unity Worship Service that starts at 5:30 p.m.
The Sozo Group is a collaborative of Chicago-area Christian worshippers, musicians, speakers and artists.
For more information about the event and group, visit www.thesozogroup.org/block-party.