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South Side Church Hopes For Fresh Start After Thanksgiving Day Fire; Seeks Help From Community

Demolition and clean up continue where the Renewal Life Church once stood at West 59th Street and South Emerald Avenue.

(CBS Chicago)

December 3, 2025

Leaders of a South Side church that was destroyed in a fire on Thanksgiving Day said they are looking forward to a fresh start.

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In order to move forward, they will need the help of the Englewood community.

Demolition and clean up continue where the Renewal Life Church once stood at West 59th Street and South Emerald Avenue.

Find out what's happening in South Sidefor free with the latest updates from Patch.