Pipe Organ Tour
The Great Elgin Pipe Organ Tour 2025-2026
Travel along with FCC music director and organist, Dr. Jeff Neufeld, as he and guests perform on the many pipe organs of Elgin’s churches, from the massive four-manual Austin/Rodgers organ at First United Methodist, to the small but mighty one-manual Casavant at Christ the Lord Lutheran.
Beginning in September 2025 and continuing through next May, the tour will begin in downtown Elgin, make its way out to the west side, and then loop back into downtown with a finale concert at First Congregational. Along with a wide variety of organ repertoire, some concerts will also feature piano/organ duets, other instrumentalists. and hymn singing.
Be sure to check back often as dates for each church are finalized!
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First Congregational Church
256 E. Chicago Street
September 28th
at 4:00 p.m.
Journey of Hope UMC
37W040 Highland Ave
November 16th
at 4:00 p.m.
Immanuel Lutheran Dundee
(New church in East Dundee) 310 E. Main St. E. Dundee
January 11th
at 3:00 p.m.
St. Laurence Catholic Church
225 Jewett St, Elgin
February 1st
at 4:00 p.m.
First Presbyterian of Elgin
240 Standish, Elgin
February 22nd
at 4:00 p.m.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
400 Fulton St., Elgin
February 15th
at 4:00 p.m.
Bethlehem Lutheran
340 Grand Blvd., Elgin
April 26th
at 4:00 p.m.
First United Methodist Church
216 E. Highland Ave., Elgin
May TBD
First Congregational
United Church of Christ - Elgin, IL
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Welcome to First Congregational Church of Elgin! I’m so glad you found our website!
One of the important affirmations in the United Church of Christ is, “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.”
Are you craving an authentic connection to God? Are you looking for a progressive message about faith and spirituality?
Are you ready for a sense of belonging and involvement? Are you seeking to find meaning in your unanswered questions?
Then FCC Elgin is the place for you!
We’re a spiritual community with a long, rich, diverse heritage here in Elgin for 184+ years. We’re a church that is proudly progressive, intentionally inclusive, and authentically Christian. We honor many paths to God, encourage questions, seek social justice, care for the planet, and welcome LGBTQ individuals and families.
There are many ways to learn more about us and get involved, so please explore our website and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Peace to you in Jesus Christ,
Pastor Jesse Tanner
