The Rt. Rev. Jeffrey D. Lee, Bishop of Chicago, will visit St. John’s this Sunday. He will preside and preach at both services, meet with the children of the parish during the 9:00 hour, and meet with the vestry following the 10:00 a.m. service.
Children and Youth of the Parish Meet with Bishop Lee at 9:00 a.m.
Bishop Lee will meet with the children and young people of the parish during the 9:00 a.m. “Sunday School hour.” Gather in the Youth Worship chapel in the education wing.
No Regular Sunday School Classes This Week
Because of the Bishop’s visit, regular Sunday School classes for children and adults will not meet this week. During the regular Sunday School hour, the children will be meeting with the Bishop. Regular classes for all ages will resume next Sunday.
Yarn Ministry
The yarn ministry will meet Monday, October 7, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Guild Room. All knitters and crocheters are welcome.
Youth Worship Begins Next Sunday, October 6
Youth worship, an alternative, age-appropriate worship experience for children and young people, begins next Sunday, October 6. Children gather in the Youth Worship chapel at 10:00 a.m. for music, prayers, Scripture and a reflection. They join their families in church at the peace. Children are also always welcome in church for the entire service if they, or their parents, prefer.
Blessing of the Animals – October 6
The annual celebration and blessing of all of our companion animals will take place next Sunday, October 6, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Altar.
Congratulations to St. Paul’s, Kankakee
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Kankakee is celebrating 150 years of mission and ministry. Bishop Lee and Pastor Orr (as Dean of the Joliet Deanery) will participate in the festivities this Sunday afternoon, September 29.
