Announcements for October 23

• Little Hands Work for Clean Water
  In this photo, some of the children who participate in the Little Hands outreach ministry are posing with the model of a well they created. Similar to a wishing well, the well is a “praying” well. Toss in some money and say a prayer for people throughout the world who do not have access to clean water. The money will be sent to the Bishop’s water well project.
  
  
• All Saints Baptisms
  All Saints’ Day, or the Sunday after All Saint’s Day, is one of the times appointed for baptisms in the Episcopal Church. It is a wonderful time to welcome new Christians into the fellowship of saints. Baptism will be offered at St. John’s on Sunday, November 6. Please contact the Rector if you are interested.
  
  
• Prayers for the Faithful Departed
  It has long been the custom of the church to offer prayers for the faithful departed on All Saints’ Day. The focus is particularly on those who have died during the last year, but any prayers for the departed are appropriate. As has been our custom in recent years, we will offer these prayers by name at the Wednesday service closest to All Saints’ Day (November 2). Please call the parish office if you would like to add names to the list of All Saints’ Day prayers for the faithful departed.
  
  
• Presentation on the History of TV
  On Wednesday, October 26, 2011, parishioner Dr. Steve Hofer will present “The History of Television” at the South Holland Public Library, 16250 Wausau in South Holland. The presentation will begin at 7 PM and will discuss early mechanical tv, the development of electronic tv, networks and primetime programming. There will be a question and answer session after the presentation. There will be items of display of primetime tv programs from the late 1040’s to current shows. The program is free and open to the public.
  
  
• Prayers for the Parish
  Arising out of its discussion about stewardship, the vestry invites parishioners to share their own prayers for the parish. Praying for the parish is an act of stewardship. Look for sheets in the Sunday service leaflets, or you may e-mail your requests.
  
  
• All Saints’ Open House
  The annual All Saints Open House at the Rectory will be held Sunday, November 6, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. All parishioners (and guests) are welcome.