Catholic Community Events in Aurora, IL

Participate in the embodied archive of House music as we collectively inhabit the liberatory and ecstatic potential of the musical form. We invite you to join us on Sundays, June 14, July 12, and August 23, from 3 PM to 7 PM, for Sunday Service with Duane Powell, now at The Land School. Situated within the spatial histories of Chicago’s House party lineage, tracing from Catholic School auditoriums to clubs such as the Warehouse, we gather in reverence of the legacy shaped and spirited by Frankie Knuckles. In partnership with the Frankie Knuckles Foundation, Rebuild has been honored to steward, digitize, and activate the Frankie Knuckles Collection through public programs, residencies, and commissions. Today and always, we celebrate the Godfather of House Music—his sound, his impact, and his enduring presence as a Black queer icon whose influence continues to resonate in the hearts of those who knew him and within the communities still shaped by his vision. Please review our updated Sunday Service and Land School policies below, and join us as we embody Frankie's sonic archive and exalt the future of House music on Chicago's South Side. When reserving your ticket, please read through our protocols and guidelines for attending programs at The Land School (listed below). Please note that due to the capacity of The Land School’s auditorium, outdoor food, drinks, and furniture (including personal seating) will not be permitted inside the building. On-site seating will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis and to guests with accessibility requirements. In the event that tickets sell out before you have had the opportunity to secure yours, we strongly suggest arriving at The Land School early to join our onsite waitlist. Please be mindful that entry for waitlisted guests will occur on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry is not guaranteed for waitlisted guests and ends at 4:00 PM. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation. We can’t wait to jack with you! About Duane Powell Duane Powell is a cornerstone of the global House and Soul music scene, cherished for his deep attunement to sound and its cultural resonance. A longtime collaborator with Rebuild Foundation and board member of the Frankie Knuckles Foundation, Powell also serves as a guardian and steward of the Knuckles collection. As the creator of Sunday Service and his interactive lecture series Rearview Sessions, he bridges his practice and music history with a scholar’s insight and disc jockey’s innate intuition, helping to shape the canon’s sonic landscape. A beloved figure in Chicago’s music community, he stands as a pillar continuing to shape contemporary culture as a tastemaker, ethnomusicologist, and steward of sound. About The Land School The Land School, a new pedagogical platform at the site of the former St. Laurence Elementary School, proposes a radical model of artistic experimentation and archival stewardship, providing space, time, access, collaborative inquiry, process-driven programming, and performance, all led by an intergenerational cohort of artists, archivists, scholars, craftspeople, cultural workers, and creative organizations invested in culture as a service. The Land School Policies and Protocol: In advance of the day, please take note of the policies below to help us care for one another and the space: Drinks and water will be available for purchase on site. Outside alcohol and firearms on the premises are strictly prohibited. Please be mindful of your neighbors by respecting their personal space and bodily autonomy. No smoking, vaping, or incense is permitted on the school premises. No pets are allowed. No professional photo/video equipment allowed unless preapproved by Rebuild. Ride sharing is encouraged as parking is limited. Please be sure to not block the entrances and exits of our neighbors. We feel uniquely grateful to offer these programs in an active, thriving residential community. If you are able, we encourage parking along Dorchester Avenue out of respect for our neighbors’ everyday parking needs. No violence - verbal or physical - will be tolerated. Any attendee creating an unsafe environment will be removed from the premises immediately, at the discretion of the Rebuild security staff. We take the safety our all of our guests seriously. If any guest is found violating these protocols, they will be escorted off of the property immediately and will not be welcome to return. Notice of Photography and Videography By entering the space, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed and/or videotaped. Images and recordings may be used for promotional, archival, or other purposes by the organizers. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please notify a staff member upon arrival. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to welcoming you!

The Women's Law Society is a vibrant student organization at Loyola University Chicago, rooted in the institution's distinctive Jesuit Catholic mission of developing men and women for and with others. Located in Chicago, IL, this organization reflects Loyola's commitment to social justice, community engagement, and educational excellence. The society brings together law students who share a passion for advancing women's representation and leadership within the legal profession while contributing meaningfully to the Chicago community. At its core, the Women's Law Society embodies Loyola's values of cura personalis—care for the whole person—and a commitment to addressing systemic inequities. Members are encouraged to combine their legal education with active community service, mirroring the university's culture of social responsibility. Loyola students logged over 100,000 volunteer hours in Chicago in the most recent year, demonstrating the institution's deep commitment to local engagement and positive change. The organization serves as a supportive community for women law students navigating their academic and professional journeys. Through mentorship, peer support, and collaborative initiatives, the Women's Law Society creates spaces where members can develop their voices, share experiences, and build lasting professional relationships. This sense of community is particularly important in law school, where students benefit from belonging to a group that prioritizes both personal development and collective advocacy. By participating in the Women's Law Society at Loyola Chicago, students gain more than legal knowledge—they become part of a tradition of service and leadership. The organization connects members with opportunities to apply their skills to meaningful causes, whether through volunteer work, community partnerships, or advocacy initiatives. Ultimately, the Women's Law Society prepares its members not just to practice law, but to use their legal education as a tool for creating a more just and equitable world.

Founded in 1934, the Catholic Lawyers Guild of Chicago represents a unique fusion of faith and legal profession, serving as a gathering place for attorneys committed to integrating their Catholic beliefs with their work in the law. As the second Catholic lawyers organization established in the nation, the Guild has played an influential role in inspiring the formation of more than eighty similar associations across the country. The organization's mission rests on three foundational pillars: Prayer, Service, and Celebration. Through retreats, days of recollection, and the historic Red Mass—a tradition dating back to 1245 A.D.—members in Chicago, Illinois find spiritual renewal and community support. The Guild's service tradition is deeply rooted in responding to community needs, from pioneering pro bono work with immigrants in the 1960s and 1970s to conducting hearings on sexual abuse and now partnering with Catholic Charities Legal Clinic. The celebration pillar honors lawyers who embody Christ's values in their professional lives, recognizing that law itself can be a pathway to fulfilling our duty to love God and neighbor. The Catholic Lawyers Guild of Chicago welcomes attorneys seeking a community where their faith and profession intersect, offering fellowship, intellectual growth, and opportunities to make a tangible difference in the lives of others. The organization's legacy demonstrates that the legal profession can serve as a powerful instrument for justice, compassion, and spiritual development.