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In the US, believers are divided into 220 religious groups. Whatever your faith and ultimate choice of place of worship, you will always be welcomed and integrated. A lot of social events are also organized: events for youth, women’s gatherings, workshops of the Bible, the Torah, the Koran, and more.<\/p>\n

Buddhism<\/h3>\n

The Buddhist Temple of Chicago<\/strong><\/p>\n

1151 W. Leland Ave. – Chicago, IL 60640<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.budtempchi.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

info@budtempchi.org<\/p>\n

Phone: (773) 334-4661<\/p>\n

Fax: (773) 334-4726<\/p>\n

Contact Person: Reverend Yukei Ashikaga (773) 334-4661<\/p>\n

The Sunday services are held at 11:00 a.m. in English and at 12:30 pm in Japanese, usually the 1st Sunday of the month. It is advised to call The Buddhist Temple of Chicago to confirm before.<\/p>\n

Christianity<\/h3>\n

Be aware that the places of worship for Christian are called \u201cChurches\u201d for both Catholics and Protestants.<\/p>\n

Catholic Mass in French<\/h4>\n

A mass in French is celebrated every first Saturday of the month at 6:30 pm (except in July and August) in the St Teresa of Avila Church located at 1037 W. Arnitage Av, Chicago, IL, 60614. The time of the mass in French may vary. Therefore it is advised to check the website\u00a0http:\/\/www.st-teresa.net\/<\/a> and the section \u201cCommunaute Catholique Francophone de Chicago\u201d as well as their own web site<\/p>\n

The French Catholic Community of Chicago also provides children religious education for all ages. For more details about their program, please check their web site or sent an e-mail to chicago.ccfc@gmail.com<\/p>\n

Catholic Mass in German<\/h4>\n

A mass in German is celebrated every Sunday at the St. Alphonsus Church located at 1429 W. Wellington, Chicago, IL 60657.<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.stalphonsuschgo.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

773-525-0709<\/p>\n

stalparish@aol.com<\/p>\n

Catholic Mass in Spanish<\/h4>\n

A mass in Spanish is celebrated every Sunday at 10:30 am in the St Teresa of Avila Church located at 1037 W. Arnitage Av, Chicago, IL, 60614.<\/p>\n

A weekly mass in Spanish is also celebrated Sunday at 11:00 am at the St. Alphonsus Church located at 1429 W. Wellington, Chicago, IL 60657.<\/p>\n

Resources<\/h4>\n

Archidiocese of Chicago\u00a0http:\/\/www.archdiocese-chgo.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Protestant Churches in Chicago<\/h4>\n

Bethlehem United Church of Christ<\/strong><\/p>\n

Church of the Three Crosses<\/strong><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.churchofthethreecrosses.org<\/a><\/p>\n

333 W. Wisconsin St<\/p>\n

Chicago, IL 60614<\/p>\n

(312) 951-7916<\/p>\n

Protestant for the Common God<\/strong><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.thecommongood.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

77 W Washington Street, # 1124<\/p>\n

Chicago, IL 60602<\/p>\n

Bible Way Apostolic Faith Church<\/strong><\/p>\n

1803 South Kostner Avenue<\/p>\n

Chicago, IL 60623-2340<\/p>\n

(773) 277-6646\u200e<\/p>\n

Protestant Reformed Church<\/strong><\/p>\n

553 E 158th St (at Church Dr)<\/p>\n

South Holland, IL 60473<\/p>\n

Judaism<\/h3>\n

http:\/\/www.jewishchicago.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

As Hebrew is the main language used in synagogues, we advise you to use their directory to find the most convenient synagogue for you and your family.<\/p>\n

Islam<\/h3>\n

http:\/\/www.chicagomuslims.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

As the Arabic language is the main language of the Koran and the main language used for the daily prayers, we advise you to use their search engine to locate the most appropriate mosque or Islamic center for you and your family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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01<\/td>\nBefore choosing somewhere to live in Chicago thoroughly research all areas. This decision will have a direct impact on your way of life in this city.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
02<\/td>\nChoose your children\u2019s school first and then look for an accommodation as the area you live in may determine the school your child can attend.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
03<\/td>\nThe US Social Security administration also advises you wait 10 days after arriving in the United States to apply for a Social Security number.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
04<\/td>\nChicago can be extremely hot in summer but very cold in winter. Bear this in mind when searching for accommodation; you’ll need good AC and heating!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
05<\/td>\nSubscribe to a local Newspaper. We advise the Chicago Tribune. It is a good way to get familiar with both the city and what is going on.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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