Quick Facts
Founded
Unknown
Denomination
Lutheran (LCMS)
Service Times
Sunday mornings (check website)
Men's Ministry
No
Kids Ministry
No
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
Current sermon series on 1 Peter with 'Resurrected Living' emphasis on biblical exposition.
Caution
Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
Men's groups under Community Groups; not elaborated.
Caution
Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Verify
Caution
Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Pastor Erik (male) referenced; no other pastoral staff named.
Caution
Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Biblical narrative exposition evident from current series.
Caution
Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Stated: 'a follower of Jesus will mature as a disciple of Jesus through intentional processes of spiritual formation and leadership multiplication.'
Caution
Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
LCMS claimed in directory; site does not confirm. Verify.
Caution
Assessment
Cross Lutheran Church and School in Chicago — LCMS congregation with associated school. Part of LINC Chicago ministry. Full theological review pending.
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Sources & Evidence
These are the URLs consulted to arrive at this church's scoring. Score-note claims are synthesized from homepage content, denominational directories, and public statements of faith at the time of review. Church websites change frequently; we're progressively adding Internet Archive snapshots to prevent link rot.
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[1] Live source
hiscross.org
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Last reviewed:
2026-05-16
— Annual review recommended
Chicago, IL
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