Lent Fish Fry, March 31 – Make Your Reservations This Week
The St. Barnabas Men’s Fellowship of St. John’s and Holy Family will sponsor their annual Lent Fish Fry on Friday, March 31. Serving will be from 5:30 – 7:30 PM with live entertainment again this year by Smiley Tilmon. Tickets are $12/adults, $5/kids. Please call the parish office by this Wednesday, March 28 to reserve your place.
Lent Adult Study Series
This year the Lenten study series is titled “Cloud of Witnesses.” It will explore some of the lesser- known saints that are remembered in the Episcopal Church. Classes begin at 7:00 PM on Wednesday evenings in the church. You may drop in any week to the classes.
Practicing Our Faith Book Club
In April the Practicing Our Faith Book Club will be reading Christianity for the Rest of Us: How the Neighborhood Church is Transforming the Faith by Diane Butler Bass, an examination of how small, mainline Protestant churches still are flourishing across the country. Read the book, and then join us on Thursday, April 20 at 7pm in the Guild Room for the discussion. New members are always welcome.
Yarn Ministry
Knitting and Crocheting Group will meet Monday, April 3rd at 7:00 PM in the Guild room.
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Friday, March 24, 2017
Friday, March 17, 2017
Announcements for March 19
Vestry Meeting
The vestry meets Monday, March 20, beginning at 7:00 PM in the church.
Loaves & Fishes
This Sunday Loaves and Fishes brunch this Sunday following the 10:00 service. We will be serving Ham and Scalloped Potatoes. If you are able, please bring side dishes or desserts.
Daughters of the King Program: Embracing Forgiveness
The fourth session of "Embracing Forgiveness" is this Saturday, March 18. The topic is "How to Start." All women of the parish are welcome. You may attend even if you have not participated in previous sessions. We start at 9:30am and end at 11:00, and we meet in the Guild Room.
PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) This Weekend
It's that time of the month. PADS will be needing our services Friday/Saturday March 24th/25th. Please let Margi Strombeck know if you are unable to work your scheduled shift.
Lent Adult Study Series
This year the Lenten study series is titled “Cloud of Witnesses.” It will explore some of the lesser- known saints that are remembered in the Episcopal Church. Classes begin at 7:00 PM on Wednesday evenings in the church. Next week’s class will be on women saints.
Lent Fish Fry – March 31 Save the Date!
The St. Barnabas Men’s Fellowship of St. John’s and Holy Family will sponsor their annual Lent Fish Fry on Friday, March 31. Serving will be from 5:30 – 7:30 PM with live entertainment again this year by Smiley Tilmon. Please call the parish office (708-798-4150) by March 28 to reserve your place.
The vestry meets Monday, March 20, beginning at 7:00 PM in the church.
Loaves & Fishes
This Sunday Loaves and Fishes brunch this Sunday following the 10:00 service. We will be serving Ham and Scalloped Potatoes. If you are able, please bring side dishes or desserts.
Daughters of the King Program: Embracing Forgiveness
The fourth session of "Embracing Forgiveness" is this Saturday, March 18. The topic is "How to Start." All women of the parish are welcome. You may attend even if you have not participated in previous sessions. We start at 9:30am and end at 11:00, and we meet in the Guild Room.
PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) This Weekend
It's that time of the month. PADS will be needing our services Friday/Saturday March 24th/25th. Please let Margi Strombeck know if you are unable to work your scheduled shift.
Lent Adult Study Series
This year the Lenten study series is titled “Cloud of Witnesses.” It will explore some of the lesser- known saints that are remembered in the Episcopal Church. Classes begin at 7:00 PM on Wednesday evenings in the church. Next week’s class will be on women saints.
Lent Fish Fry – March 31 Save the Date!
The St. Barnabas Men’s Fellowship of St. John’s and Holy Family will sponsor their annual Lent Fish Fry on Friday, March 31. Serving will be from 5:30 – 7:30 PM with live entertainment again this year by Smiley Tilmon. Please call the parish office (708-798-4150) by March 28 to reserve your place.
Friday, March 10, 2017
Announcements for March 12
Supply Priest
We welcome the Rev. Sam Portaro back to St. John’s this Sunday. Before he retired he served as chaplain to Brent House, the Episcopal Campus Ministry at the University of Chicago.
Lent Adult Study Series
This year the Lenten study series is titled “Cloud of Witnesses.” It will explore some of the lesser- known saints that are remembered in the Episcopal Church. Classes begin at 7:00 PM on Wednesday evenings in the church. Next week’s class will be on scientist saints.
Lent Fish Fry – March 31
Save the Date! The St. Barnabas Men’s Fellowship of St. John’s and Holy Family will sponsor their annual Lent Fish Fry on Friday, March 31. Watch for flyers with all the details.
SWIFT Interfaith Speakers Forum comes to Homewood March 19
SWIFT will be hosting a speakers forum titled “You Believe in Angels?: Christian, Muslim, and Jewish Perspectives” from 3:00PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday, March 19 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 1885 Riegel Road, Homewood. Also that weekend, SWIFT co-founder Khalid Mozaffar will present “Islam 101” on Saturday, March 18 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the American Islamic Association, 8860 W. St. Francis Rd, Frankfort. For more details or questions about either of these events, please contact Rob McManamy.
Grande Prairie Singers Times Three
“Hoorah for Handel!” is the next Grande Prairie Singers concert, held at 4 PM, Sunday, March 12, Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W 159th St., Tinley Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students with ID. On Sunday, March 26, the Singers will be part of the Southwest Symphony Orchestra's Rodgers & Hammerstein concert at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights (phone 800.838.3006 for tickets). Finally, $5 raffle tickets are available (1st prize, $1,000) from the Singers for the May 21st drawing (winners need not be present). See Michael Soto, Bob Burgwald, or Betsy Elliot for tickets for March 12 and the raffle.
We welcome the Rev. Sam Portaro back to St. John’s this Sunday. Before he retired he served as chaplain to Brent House, the Episcopal Campus Ministry at the University of Chicago.
Lent Adult Study Series
This year the Lenten study series is titled “Cloud of Witnesses.” It will explore some of the lesser- known saints that are remembered in the Episcopal Church. Classes begin at 7:00 PM on Wednesday evenings in the church. Next week’s class will be on scientist saints.
Lent Fish Fry – March 31
Save the Date! The St. Barnabas Men’s Fellowship of St. John’s and Holy Family will sponsor their annual Lent Fish Fry on Friday, March 31. Watch for flyers with all the details.
SWIFT Interfaith Speakers Forum comes to Homewood March 19
SWIFT will be hosting a speakers forum titled “You Believe in Angels?: Christian, Muslim, and Jewish Perspectives” from 3:00PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday, March 19 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 1885 Riegel Road, Homewood. Also that weekend, SWIFT co-founder Khalid Mozaffar will present “Islam 101” on Saturday, March 18 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the American Islamic Association, 8860 W. St. Francis Rd, Frankfort. For more details or questions about either of these events, please contact Rob McManamy.
Grande Prairie Singers Times Three
“Hoorah for Handel!” is the next Grande Prairie Singers concert, held at 4 PM, Sunday, March 12, Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W 159th St., Tinley Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students with ID. On Sunday, March 26, the Singers will be part of the Southwest Symphony Orchestra's Rodgers & Hammerstein concert at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights (phone 800.838.3006 for tickets). Finally, $5 raffle tickets are available (1st prize, $1,000) from the Singers for the May 21st drawing (winners need not be present). See Michael Soto, Bob Burgwald, or Betsy Elliot for tickets for March 12 and the raffle.
Friday, March 3, 2017
Announcements for March 5
The Observance of a Holy Lent
We are asked by the church to observe the season of Lent not only in our worship, but throughout our daily lives. A handout, “Lent for Dummies,” with suggestions for observing Lent is available on the information tables and HERE. Several booklets with daily devotions are also available.
Wednesday Adult Lent Study Series Begins March 8
This year the Rector’s Adult Study Series will be on the “The Cloud of Witnesses,” a closer look at some of the lesser known saints in the church calendar. Classes meet on Wednesday evenings in the church, beginning at 7:00 PM.
New Parish Directories Available
Pick up your copy from the information tables.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting and crocheting group will meet Monday, March 6th at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Updating the Prayer List
If you have submitted names to the parish prayer list, please remember to review the list from time to time and remove names as appropriate. You may add or remove names by calling the parish office. Thank you.
SWIFT Interfaith Speakers Forum comes to Homewood March 19
SWIFT will be hosting a speakers forum titled “You Believe in Angels?: Christian, Muslim, and Jewish Perspectives” from 3:00PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday, March 19 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 1885 Riegel Road, Homewood. Also that weekend, SWIFT co-founder Khalid Mozaffar will present “Islam 101” on Saturday, March 18 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the American Islamic Association, 8860 W. St. Francis Rd, Frankfort. For more details or questions about either of these events, please ask Rob McManamy.
Grande Prairie Singers Times Three
“Hoorah for Handel!” is the next Grande Prairie Singers concert, held at 4 PM, Sunday, March 12, Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W 159th St., Tinley Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students with ID. On Sunday, March 26, the Singers will be part of the Southwest Symphony Orchestra's Rodgers & Hammerstein concert at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights (phone 800.838.3006 for tickets). Finally, $5 raffle tickets are available (1st prize, $1,000) from the Singers for the May 21st drawing (winners need not be present). See Michael Soto, Bob Burgwald, or Betsy Elliot for tickets for March 12 and the raffle.
We are asked by the church to observe the season of Lent not only in our worship, but throughout our daily lives. A handout, “Lent for Dummies,” with suggestions for observing Lent is available on the information tables and HERE. Several booklets with daily devotions are also available.
Wednesday Adult Lent Study Series Begins March 8
This year the Rector’s Adult Study Series will be on the “The Cloud of Witnesses,” a closer look at some of the lesser known saints in the church calendar. Classes meet on Wednesday evenings in the church, beginning at 7:00 PM.
New Parish Directories Available
Pick up your copy from the information tables.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting and crocheting group will meet Monday, March 6th at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Updating the Prayer List
If you have submitted names to the parish prayer list, please remember to review the list from time to time and remove names as appropriate. You may add or remove names by calling the parish office. Thank you.
SWIFT Interfaith Speakers Forum comes to Homewood March 19
SWIFT will be hosting a speakers forum titled “You Believe in Angels?: Christian, Muslim, and Jewish Perspectives” from 3:00PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday, March 19 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 1885 Riegel Road, Homewood. Also that weekend, SWIFT co-founder Khalid Mozaffar will present “Islam 101” on Saturday, March 18 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the American Islamic Association, 8860 W. St. Francis Rd, Frankfort. For more details or questions about either of these events, please ask Rob McManamy.
Grande Prairie Singers Times Three
“Hoorah for Handel!” is the next Grande Prairie Singers concert, held at 4 PM, Sunday, March 12, Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W 159th St., Tinley Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students with ID. On Sunday, March 26, the Singers will be part of the Southwest Symphony Orchestra's Rodgers & Hammerstein concert at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights (phone 800.838.3006 for tickets). Finally, $5 raffle tickets are available (1st prize, $1,000) from the Singers for the May 21st drawing (winners need not be present). See Michael Soto, Bob Burgwald, or Betsy Elliot for tickets for March 12 and the raffle.
Monday, February 27, 2017
Ash Wednesday Services - March 1
The Imposition of Ashes with Holy Communion will be offered at 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
The Observance of a Holy Lent (Lent for Dummies)
As Christians in the tradition of the Episcopal Church, we are all called, in the name of the Church “to the observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and by reading and meditating on God’s holy Word.”
THINGS EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW about Lent:
·
Lent is a time of spiritual preparation for the
great celebration of Easter.
·
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday (March 1 this
year). It lasts 40 days, not
counting Sundays, and ends on Holy Saturday, the day before Easter.
·
The liturgical color for Lent is purple, a royal
color, signifying Jesus’ reign in the Kingdom of God. Purple has also been called “mitigated black,” signifying
the somber, penitential character of Lent.
AT A MINIMUM, EVERYONE’S OBSERVANCE of Lent should include:
·
Attending corporate worship on Ash Wednesday,
every Sunday in Lent, and every day in Holy Week, especially Maundy Thursday
and Good Friday.
·
Keeping the fasts of Ash Wednesday and Good
Friday (for all who are medically able).
Eat simply, avoiding red meat.
A more rigorous fast avoids all meat. A strict fast permits only juice
and clear liquids until after sundown.
·
The adoption of some intentional Lenten
discipline to help focus awareness on our dependence on God. “Give up” or “take on” something for
Lent.
SOME SUGGESTIONS FOR LENTEN DISCIPLINES.
These suggestions in
bold might be particularly appropriate for children and families.
+ Pray daily.
·
If you are new to daily prayer, try all or part
of the Daily Devotions for Individuals
and Families (Book of Common Prayer, p. 136-140).
·
Pray the Daily Office (Morning and/or Evening
Prayer). Anglicans have been
praying these prayers since the Reformation. They are in the BCP or you can find entire services on-line,
including music (if you wish) and the appropriate Scripture readings for the
day at Mission St. Clare.
·
Pray the Psalms. In the Book of Common Prayer (p. 585) they are labeled so that the entire Psalter can be
prayed in a month: First Day: Morning Prayer, First Day:
Evening Prayer, Second Day: Morning Prayer, etc.
+ Use the daily
thoughts, practices and prompts from the Rev. Stephen Rozzelle provided in the
“Daily Inspiration for Lent” handout (available at church).
+ Stations of the
Cross is a worship service particularly appropriate during Lent. Stations will be offered at the Church
of the Holy Family in Park Forest at 6:30 PM on Fridays.
+ Make a
personal, private confession.
(Yes, we do that. Speak to
the priest.)
+ Give up
something or some practice in your life that squanders life’s goodness or
wastes life’s giftedness. Give up
whatever you do to “kill time.”
+ Give up a luxury… dessert, alcohol, “gourmet” coffee, television.
+ Attend the
Lenten study series on Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM at St. John’s. This year’s series is titled “Cloud of
Witnesses” and will present some of the rich stories of Episcopal saints.
+ Participate in Lent Madness, a fun way
to learn about the lives of exemplary Christians. Saints are arranged in a competitive bracket, posted in the
undercroft. Read about the saints
and vote daily online at www.lentmadness.org.
+ Use one of many
resources to maintain a daily practice of reflection.
·
Episcopal Relief and Development 2017 Lenten
Meditations booklets are available at the church. You may also sign up to receive daily reflections via e-mail HERE.
·
Living Well
Through Lent 2017 pamphlets are
available at the church. Another
daily meditation booklet, these are from a new Episcopal ministry called Living
Compass. This year’s meditations
focus on “Listening With All Your Heart, Soul, Strength and Mind.”
·
The
website d365.org offers daily meditations focused on inspirational and
relevant reflections on scripture for young people. During Lent the
focus will be on the journey to the cross.
+ This Lent the
“Cowley Fathers,” the brothers of the Society of St. John the Evangelist, have
partnered with Virginia Seminary to develop a Lenten resource on “Five Marks of
Love”. If we are “marked as
Christ’s own,” what are the “marks of love” that characterize the Divine Life
abiding and at work within us? Each week will explore the Anglican Marks of
Mission (Tell, Teach, Tend, Transform and Treasure) through videos, questions
and exercises so we can speak more clearly and act truthfully, motivated always
by hearts marked by God’s love. More
information and downloadable resources are available HERE.
+ Participate in
the online Diocesan Lenten Book Study on dismantling racism. Beginning Ash Wednesday. Look for more information on the diocesan
Facebook page or website.
+ Resolve to do one thing each day that
benefits someone else.
+ De-clutter and
simplify. Each day in Lent sort
and clean out one area. One
drawer, one shelf in the linen closet, one box, one mug full of dead ballpoint
pens. Throw out or donate
everything that is not useful or enriching for your life.
+ Keep any of the
fasts described above for Ash Wednesday and Good Friday on all of the Fridays
in Lent.
+ Read the Litany
of Penitence (p. 267 in the Book of Common Prayer) daily and identify one (one
is enough) specific sin you have committed in the activities of each day. Avoid noting vague or general sins. In
corporate worship on Sunday, (silently) ask God’s forgiveness for these
specific sins at the time of the General Confession.
+ Read the
General Thanksgiving (p. 836 in the Book of Common Prayer) daily and identify
one (or more if you just can’t stop) specific things you are thankful
for each day. In corporate worship
on Sunday, give thanks to God.
+ Every time you mess up or fail with your
Lenten discipline, put aside a set amount of money and, at the end of
Lent, give it to the church or another organization that does God’s work. Or simply put aside money daily as a
Lenten discipline.
Friday, February 24, 2017
Announcements for January 26
Ash Wednesday Services
Ash Wednesday is March 1. The Imposition of Ashes with Holy Communion will be offered at St. John’s at 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Come for the traditional pre-Lent pancake supper Tuesday, February 28, from 5:00 – 6:30 PM in the undercroft. Pancakes, bacon and sausage. Tickets at the door: $5/adults, $3/children. All proceeds benefit the youth group service projects.
This Sunday: Intergenerational Sunday School -- Prayer
This Sunday, February 26, all ages are invited to a class with Pastor Orr on the practice of daily (or at least regular) prayer at home. Tools and suggestions. Meet in the adult classroom in the education wing.
The Observance of a Holy Lent
We are asked by the church to observe the season of Lent not only in our worship but throughout our daily lives. A handout, “Lent for Dummies,” with suggestions for observing Lent is available on the information tables. Several booklets with daily devotions are also available.
New Parish Directories Available
Pick up your copy from the information tables.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting and crocheting group sill meet Monday, March 6th at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Men's Group Meeting on March 4 and Open House at the American Islamic Association
The Men's Group will be meeting Saturday, March 4 from 7:30AM to 9:00AM at Church of the Holy Family in Park Forest. Afterwards, the Men's Group invites the men of the group and anyone else who is interested to join us as we visit the Frankfort Mosque for their open house and for coffee, tea, and snacks at 10:00AM. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in learning more about our Muslim neighbors. If anyone has any questions about the event, please ask Rob McManamy.
Grande Prairie Singers Times Three
“Hoorah for Handel!” is the next Grande Prairie Singers concert, held at 4 PM, Sunday, March 12, Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W 159th St., Tinley Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students with ID. On Sunday, March 26, the Singers will be part of the Southwest Symphony Orchestra's Rodgers & Hammerstein concert at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights (phone 800.838.3006 for tickets). Finally, $5 raffle tickets are available (1st prize, $1,000) from the Singers for the May 21st drawing (winners need not be present). See Michael Soto, Bob Burgwald, or Betsy Elliot for tickets for March 12 and the raffle.
Ash Wednesday is March 1. The Imposition of Ashes with Holy Communion will be offered at St. John’s at 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Come for the traditional pre-Lent pancake supper Tuesday, February 28, from 5:00 – 6:30 PM in the undercroft. Pancakes, bacon and sausage. Tickets at the door: $5/adults, $3/children. All proceeds benefit the youth group service projects.
This Sunday: Intergenerational Sunday School -- Prayer
This Sunday, February 26, all ages are invited to a class with Pastor Orr on the practice of daily (or at least regular) prayer at home. Tools and suggestions. Meet in the adult classroom in the education wing.
The Observance of a Holy Lent
We are asked by the church to observe the season of Lent not only in our worship but throughout our daily lives. A handout, “Lent for Dummies,” with suggestions for observing Lent is available on the information tables. Several booklets with daily devotions are also available.
New Parish Directories Available
Pick up your copy from the information tables.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting and crocheting group sill meet Monday, March 6th at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Men's Group Meeting on March 4 and Open House at the American Islamic Association
The Men's Group will be meeting Saturday, March 4 from 7:30AM to 9:00AM at Church of the Holy Family in Park Forest. Afterwards, the Men's Group invites the men of the group and anyone else who is interested to join us as we visit the Frankfort Mosque for their open house and for coffee, tea, and snacks at 10:00AM. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in learning more about our Muslim neighbors. If anyone has any questions about the event, please ask Rob McManamy.
Grande Prairie Singers Times Three
“Hoorah for Handel!” is the next Grande Prairie Singers concert, held at 4 PM, Sunday, March 12, Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W 159th St., Tinley Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students with ID. On Sunday, March 26, the Singers will be part of the Southwest Symphony Orchestra's Rodgers & Hammerstein concert at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights (phone 800.838.3006 for tickets). Finally, $5 raffle tickets are available (1st prize, $1,000) from the Singers for the May 21st drawing (winners need not be present). See Michael Soto, Bob Burgwald, or Betsy Elliot for tickets for March 12 and the raffle.
Friday, February 17, 2017
Announcements for February 19
Vestry Meeting
The February meeting of the vestry will be Monday, February 20, beginning in the church at 7:00 PM.
Next Sunday: Intergenerational Sunday School
Sunday, February 26, all ages are invited to a class with Pastor Orr on the practice of daily (or at least regular) prayer at home. Tools and suggestions. Meet in the adult classroom in the education wing.
Practicing Our Faith Book Club
The Practicing Our Faith Book Club is meeting on Thursday, Feb. 23 at 7pm in the Guild Room to discuss To Bless the Space Between Us by John O'Donohue, a collection of blessings and poems. New members are always welcome.
Book Study with Bishop Lee for Lent
During Lent, which begins March 1, Bishop Lee and other diocesan leaders will hold an online book discussion of Living into God's Dream: Dismantling Racism in America, a collection of essays edited by Catherine Meeks. Living into God's Dream combines personal stories and theological reflection with real-world examples of new conversations about race. The book is available online from Church Publishing, Amazon (book and Kindle formats), and other retailers.
Looking Ahead to Shrove Tuesday & Ash Wednesday
Shrove Tuesday is February 28. The traditional pancake supper will be held that evening. Ash Wednesday is March 1. Services will be held at 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
Grande Prairie Singers Times Three
“Hoorah for Handel!” is the next Grande Prairie Singers concert, held at 4 PM, Sunday, March 12, Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W 159th St., Tinley Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students with ID. On Sunday, March 26, the Singers will be part of the Southwest Symphony Orchestra's Rodgers & Hammerstein concert at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights (phone 800.838.3006 for tickets). Finally, $5 raffle tickets are available (1st prize, $1,000) from the Singers for the May 21st drawing (winners need not be present). See Michael Soto, Bob Burgwald, or Betsy Elliot for tickets for March 12 and the raffle.
The February meeting of the vestry will be Monday, February 20, beginning in the church at 7:00 PM.
Next Sunday: Intergenerational Sunday School
Sunday, February 26, all ages are invited to a class with Pastor Orr on the practice of daily (or at least regular) prayer at home. Tools and suggestions. Meet in the adult classroom in the education wing.
Practicing Our Faith Book Club
The Practicing Our Faith Book Club is meeting on Thursday, Feb. 23 at 7pm in the Guild Room to discuss To Bless the Space Between Us by John O'Donohue, a collection of blessings and poems. New members are always welcome.
Book Study with Bishop Lee for Lent
During Lent, which begins March 1, Bishop Lee and other diocesan leaders will hold an online book discussion of Living into God's Dream: Dismantling Racism in America, a collection of essays edited by Catherine Meeks. Living into God's Dream combines personal stories and theological reflection with real-world examples of new conversations about race. The book is available online from Church Publishing, Amazon (book and Kindle formats), and other retailers.
Looking Ahead to Shrove Tuesday & Ash Wednesday
Shrove Tuesday is February 28. The traditional pancake supper will be held that evening. Ash Wednesday is March 1. Services will be held at 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
Grande Prairie Singers Times Three
“Hoorah for Handel!” is the next Grande Prairie Singers concert, held at 4 PM, Sunday, March 12, Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W 159th St., Tinley Park. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students with ID. On Sunday, March 26, the Singers will be part of the Southwest Symphony Orchestra's Rodgers & Hammerstein concert at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights (phone 800.838.3006 for tickets). Finally, $5 raffle tickets are available (1st prize, $1,000) from the Singers for the May 21st drawing (winners need not be present). See Michael Soto, Bob Burgwald, or Betsy Elliot for tickets for March 12 and the raffle.
Friday, February 10, 2017
Announcements for February 12
Draft of New Parish Directory
We are working on updating the parish directory. DRAFTS are located on the information tables. Please check the accuracy of your information and add cell phone or email information if we don’t have it and you wish to share it. Thanks! The new directories will be available in a few weeks.
Know Your Bible
The Grades 2-6 Sunday School class has just completed a unit on “Knowing Your Bible.” During the 10 AM service this Sunday students Ruby Moxley, Oliver Zigmund, Owen Zigmund, Catherine Madden and Lola Pohrte will receive Bibles as a gift from the parish. And thank you to teachers Diane Walsh-Madden and Patti Pohrte for their ongoing work with this class.
Book Study with Bishop Lee for Lent
During Lent, which begins March 1, Bishop Lee and other diocesan leaders will hold an online book discussion of Living into God's Dream: Dismantling Racism in America, a collection of essays edited by Catherine Meeks. Living into God's Dream combines personal stories and theological reflection with real-world examples of new conversations about race. The book is available online from Church Publishing, Amazon (book and Kindle formats), and other retailers.
Black History Month: Annual Absalom Jones Celebration
The Union of Black Episcopalians Chicago will celebrate the annual Feast Day of Absalom Jones at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Chicago on Sunday, February 19 at 3 pm. This year's speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Walton, Plummer Professor of Christian Morals and Pusey Minister in the Memorial Church at Harvard University. All members of the diocese are invited to attend.
We are working on updating the parish directory. DRAFTS are located on the information tables. Please check the accuracy of your information and add cell phone or email information if we don’t have it and you wish to share it. Thanks! The new directories will be available in a few weeks.
Know Your Bible
The Grades 2-6 Sunday School class has just completed a unit on “Knowing Your Bible.” During the 10 AM service this Sunday students Ruby Moxley, Oliver Zigmund, Owen Zigmund, Catherine Madden and Lola Pohrte will receive Bibles as a gift from the parish. And thank you to teachers Diane Walsh-Madden and Patti Pohrte for their ongoing work with this class.
Book Study with Bishop Lee for Lent
During Lent, which begins March 1, Bishop Lee and other diocesan leaders will hold an online book discussion of Living into God's Dream: Dismantling Racism in America, a collection of essays edited by Catherine Meeks. Living into God's Dream combines personal stories and theological reflection with real-world examples of new conversations about race. The book is available online from Church Publishing, Amazon (book and Kindle formats), and other retailers.
Black History Month: Annual Absalom Jones Celebration
The Union of Black Episcopalians Chicago will celebrate the annual Feast Day of Absalom Jones at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Chicago on Sunday, February 19 at 3 pm. This year's speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Walton, Plummer Professor of Christian Morals and Pusey Minister in the Memorial Church at Harvard University. All members of the diocese are invited to attend.
Friday, February 3, 2017
Announcements for February 5
Draft of New Parish Directory
We are working on updating the parish directory. DRAFTS are located on the information tables. Please check the accuracy of your information and add cell phone or email information if we don’t have it and you wish to share it. Thanks! The new directories will be available in a few weeks.
Embracing Forgiveness
The Daughters of the King invite all women of the parish to attend a five-part program “Embracing Forgiveness” by Barbara Cawthorne Crafton. We will meet the first and third Saturdays at 9:30am in the Guild Room. The first session is this Saturday, February 4. Call Cyndie Knoll with any questions.
Yarn Ministry
Knitting and Crocheting Group will meet Monday, February 6th at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Black History Month: Annual Absalom Jones Celebration
The Union of Black Episcopalians Chicago will celebrate the annual Feast Day of Absalom Jones at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Chicago on Sunday, February 19 at 3 pm. This year's speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Walton, Plummer Professor of Christian Morals and Pusey Minister in the Memorial Church at Harvard University. All members of the diocese are invited to attend.
Book Study with Bishop Lee for Lent
During Lent, which begins March 1, Bishop Lee and other diocesan leaders will hold an online book discussion of Living into God's Dream: Dismantling Racism in America, a collection of essays edited by Catherine Meeks. Living into God's Dream combines personal stories and theological reflection with real-world examples of new conversations about race. The book is available online from Church Publishing, Amazon (book and Kindle formats), and other retailers.
Reminders from Last Week
1) Remember to check out the photos from the feast posted in the undercroft. 2) If you haven’t already, pick up a copy of the vestry introductions from any of the information tables. 3) And, if you’re interested in getting involved in public policy advocacy, one way is through the Episcopal Public Policy Network.
We are working on updating the parish directory. DRAFTS are located on the information tables. Please check the accuracy of your information and add cell phone or email information if we don’t have it and you wish to share it. Thanks! The new directories will be available in a few weeks.
Embracing Forgiveness
The Daughters of the King invite all women of the parish to attend a five-part program “Embracing Forgiveness” by Barbara Cawthorne Crafton. We will meet the first and third Saturdays at 9:30am in the Guild Room. The first session is this Saturday, February 4. Call Cyndie Knoll with any questions.
Yarn Ministry
Knitting and Crocheting Group will meet Monday, February 6th at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Black History Month: Annual Absalom Jones Celebration
The Union of Black Episcopalians Chicago will celebrate the annual Feast Day of Absalom Jones at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Chicago on Sunday, February 19 at 3 pm. This year's speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Walton, Plummer Professor of Christian Morals and Pusey Minister in the Memorial Church at Harvard University. All members of the diocese are invited to attend.
Book Study with Bishop Lee for Lent
During Lent, which begins March 1, Bishop Lee and other diocesan leaders will hold an online book discussion of Living into God's Dream: Dismantling Racism in America, a collection of essays edited by Catherine Meeks. Living into God's Dream combines personal stories and theological reflection with real-world examples of new conversations about race. The book is available online from Church Publishing, Amazon (book and Kindle formats), and other retailers.
Reminders from Last Week
1) Remember to check out the photos from the feast posted in the undercroft. 2) If you haven’t already, pick up a copy of the vestry introductions from any of the information tables. 3) And, if you’re interested in getting involved in public policy advocacy, one way is through the Episcopal Public Policy Network.
Friday, March 11, 2016
Announcements for March 13
Daylight Saving Time Begins THIS Sunday, March 13
Please remember to set your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed on Saturday.
Fish Fry Reservations Due by Tuesday
The 8th annual Lenten Fish Fry is coming March 18. Blues musician Smiley Tillmon will provide entertainment. Dinner will be served from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. Tickets are $12/adults; $5/children 12 and under, payable at the door. Please call the parish office by this Tuesday, March 15, to make your reservations.
Palm Sunday is Next Sunday – Come Early for the Blessing of the Palms
The Liturgy (Blessing) of the Palms precedes each service. Weather permitting, we will gather at the outdoor altar for the blessing of the palms, then process to the church. For the early service, the Liturgy of the Palms begins at 7:55; for the later service, the Liturgy of the Palms begins at 9:40.
Help Write the History of St. John’s
Junior Warden Steve Hofer is working on compiling a history of St. John’s. Many of you have information and stories to contribute. Look for the display in the Conference Room in the Undercroft and let Steve know how you can help.
Lent Study Series: Guest Speaker Rabbi Harari
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent is looking at the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning at 7:00 PM in the church. This Wednesday we’re excited to welcome Rabbi Carmit Harari to discuss the use of the psalms in Jewish worship.
Grande Prairie Singers Concert This Sunday
Grande Prairie Singers say “Vive la France!” with their next concert at 4 PM, Sunday, March 13, at Flossmoor Community Church. The concert includes Faure's “Requiem” and organ selections by our own Michael Soto. For tickets, see Bob or Betsy Burgwald.
Please remember to set your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed on Saturday.
Fish Fry Reservations Due by Tuesday
The 8th annual Lenten Fish Fry is coming March 18. Blues musician Smiley Tillmon will provide entertainment. Dinner will be served from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. Tickets are $12/adults; $5/children 12 and under, payable at the door. Please call the parish office by this Tuesday, March 15, to make your reservations.
Palm Sunday is Next Sunday – Come Early for the Blessing of the Palms
The Liturgy (Blessing) of the Palms precedes each service. Weather permitting, we will gather at the outdoor altar for the blessing of the palms, then process to the church. For the early service, the Liturgy of the Palms begins at 7:55; for the later service, the Liturgy of the Palms begins at 9:40.
Help Write the History of St. John’s
Junior Warden Steve Hofer is working on compiling a history of St. John’s. Many of you have information and stories to contribute. Look for the display in the Conference Room in the Undercroft and let Steve know how you can help.
Lent Study Series: Guest Speaker Rabbi Harari
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent is looking at the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning at 7:00 PM in the church. This Wednesday we’re excited to welcome Rabbi Carmit Harari to discuss the use of the psalms in Jewish worship.
Grande Prairie Singers Concert This Sunday
Grande Prairie Singers say “Vive la France!” with their next concert at 4 PM, Sunday, March 13, at Flossmoor Community Church. The concert includes Faure's “Requiem” and organ selections by our own Michael Soto. For tickets, see Bob or Betsy Burgwald.
Friday, March 4, 2016
Announcements for March 6
Make Your Reservations for the Fish Fry
The 8th annual Lenten Fish Fry is coming March 18. Blues musician Smiley Tillmon will provide entertainment. Service is from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. Tickets are $12/adults; $5/children 12 and under, payable at the door. Please call the parish office by March 15 to make your reservations.
Help Write the History of St. John’s
Junior Warden Steve Hofer is working on compiling a history of St. John’s. Many of you have information and stories to contribute. Look for the display in the Conference Room in the Undercroft and let Steve know how you can help.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent is looking at the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February at 7:00 PM in the church. This Wednesday the class will explore different ways that the Psalms are utilized in worship in the Book of Common Prayer.
Loaves & Fishes
This Sunday Loaves and Fishes will offer brunch this Sunday, March 6, following the 10:00 AM service. Pot-luck sides and desserts are always welcome. The main dish will be provided. All are welcome!
Grande Prairie Singers Concert
Grande Prairie Singers say “Vive la France!” with their next concert at 4 PM, Sunday, March 13, at Flossmoor Community Church. The concert includes Faure's “Requiem” and organ selections by our own Michael Soto. For tickets, see Bob or Betsy Burgwald.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting/crocheting group will meet Monday, March 7, at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
The 8th annual Lenten Fish Fry is coming March 18. Blues musician Smiley Tillmon will provide entertainment. Service is from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. Tickets are $12/adults; $5/children 12 and under, payable at the door. Please call the parish office by March 15 to make your reservations.
Help Write the History of St. John’s
Junior Warden Steve Hofer is working on compiling a history of St. John’s. Many of you have information and stories to contribute. Look for the display in the Conference Room in the Undercroft and let Steve know how you can help.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent is looking at the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February at 7:00 PM in the church. This Wednesday the class will explore different ways that the Psalms are utilized in worship in the Book of Common Prayer.
Loaves & Fishes
This Sunday Loaves and Fishes will offer brunch this Sunday, March 6, following the 10:00 AM service. Pot-luck sides and desserts are always welcome. The main dish will be provided. All are welcome!
Grande Prairie Singers Concert
Grande Prairie Singers say “Vive la France!” with their next concert at 4 PM, Sunday, March 13, at Flossmoor Community Church. The concert includes Faure's “Requiem” and organ selections by our own Michael Soto. For tickets, see Bob or Betsy Burgwald.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting/crocheting group will meet Monday, March 7, at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Friday, February 26, 2016
Announcements for February 28
Help Write the History of St. John’s
Junior Warden Steve Hofer is working on compiling a history of St. John’s. Many of you have information and stories to contribute. Look for the display in the Conference Room in the Undercroft and let Steve know how you can help.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent is looking at the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February at 7:00 PM in the church. This Wednesday the class will explore different ways that the Psalms (which have always been the hymns of the faithful) are sung today.
Loaves & Fishes
Loaves and Fishes will offer brunch next Sunday, March 6, following the 10:00 AM service. Pot-luck sides and desserts are always welcome. The main dish will be provided. All are welcome!
Grande Prairie Singers Concert
Grande Prairie Singers say “Vive la France!” with their next concert at 4 PM, Sunday, March 13, at Flossmoor Community Church. The concert includes Faure's “Requiem” and organ selections by our own Michael Soto. For tickets, see Bob or Betsy Burgwald.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting/crocheting group will meet Monday, March 7, at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Don’t Forget the Fish Fry
The annual Lenten fish fry is coming Friday, March 18.
Junior Warden Steve Hofer is working on compiling a history of St. John’s. Many of you have information and stories to contribute. Look for the display in the Conference Room in the Undercroft and let Steve know how you can help.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent is looking at the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February at 7:00 PM in the church. This Wednesday the class will explore different ways that the Psalms (which have always been the hymns of the faithful) are sung today.
Loaves & Fishes
Loaves and Fishes will offer brunch next Sunday, March 6, following the 10:00 AM service. Pot-luck sides and desserts are always welcome. The main dish will be provided. All are welcome!
Grande Prairie Singers Concert
Grande Prairie Singers say “Vive la France!” with their next concert at 4 PM, Sunday, March 13, at Flossmoor Community Church. The concert includes Faure's “Requiem” and organ selections by our own Michael Soto. For tickets, see Bob or Betsy Burgwald.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting/crocheting group will meet Monday, March 7, at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Don’t Forget the Fish Fry
The annual Lenten fish fry is coming Friday, March 18.
Friday, February 19, 2016
Announcements for February 21
Getting to Know Your Vestry
Brief introductory biographical statements are available for current members of the vestry, including the new members elected at the recent annual meeting. In addition to being distributed by email, they are available on the information tables.
High School Youth Group
There will be no youth group meeting this Sunday, February 21. We’ll reconvene the first Sunday in March.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent is looking at the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February at 7:00 PM in the church. This Wednesday the class will explore the rich use of the psalms in the Book of Common Prayer.
Grande Prairie Singers Concert
Grande Prairie Singers say “Vive la France!” with their next concert at 4 PM, Sunday, March 13, at Flossmoor Community Church. The concert includes Faure's “Requiem” and organ selections by our own Michael Soto. For tickets, see Bob or Betsy Burgwald.
Don’t Forget the Fish Fry
The annual Lenten fish fry is coming Friday, March 18.
Brief introductory biographical statements are available for current members of the vestry, including the new members elected at the recent annual meeting. In addition to being distributed by email, they are available on the information tables.
High School Youth Group
There will be no youth group meeting this Sunday, February 21. We’ll reconvene the first Sunday in March.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent is looking at the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February at 7:00 PM in the church. This Wednesday the class will explore the rich use of the psalms in the Book of Common Prayer.
Grande Prairie Singers Concert
Grande Prairie Singers say “Vive la France!” with their next concert at 4 PM, Sunday, March 13, at Flossmoor Community Church. The concert includes Faure's “Requiem” and organ selections by our own Michael Soto. For tickets, see Bob or Betsy Burgwald.
Don’t Forget the Fish Fry
The annual Lenten fish fry is coming Friday, March 18.
Friday, February 12, 2016
Announcements for February 14
Vestry Meeting
The vestry meets Monday, February 15, beginning with Evening Prayer in the church at 7:00 PM.
The Observance of a Holy Lent
Guidelines for observing Lent (“Lent for Dummies”) and various resources are available on the information tables.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent will explore the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February 17 at 7:00 PM in the church.
New Office Manager: Diane Pugh
As announced at the annual meeting Tracie Moxley is leaving the position of Office Manager to work with her husband Mark in his business, Lake Street Supply. Her last day in the office is February 12. Please welcome our new office manager, Diane Pugh, who lives with her husband, Ralph, and her son, Daniel, in Homewood. She formerly worked as the Preservation Manager for the American Theological Library Association, based in downtown Chicago. She feels God has led her here, and is excited to begin using her skills and strengths for the benefit of the parish.
Don’t Forget the Fish Fry
The annual Lenten fish fry is coming Friday, March 18.
The Great Litany
Sunday’s worship services will begin with the Great Litany. Published in English in 1544 (before the first English Book of Common Prayer was published in 1549), it was constructed by Thomas Cranmer, then Archbishop of Canterbury, at the request of Henry VIII. Ideally, it is said or sung in procession and is particularly appropriate for penitential occasions.
The vestry meets Monday, February 15, beginning with Evening Prayer in the church at 7:00 PM.
The Observance of a Holy Lent
Guidelines for observing Lent (“Lent for Dummies”) and various resources are available on the information tables.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent will explore the Psalms used as prayers in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February 17 at 7:00 PM in the church.
New Office Manager: Diane Pugh
As announced at the annual meeting Tracie Moxley is leaving the position of Office Manager to work with her husband Mark in his business, Lake Street Supply. Her last day in the office is February 12. Please welcome our new office manager, Diane Pugh, who lives with her husband, Ralph, and her son, Daniel, in Homewood. She formerly worked as the Preservation Manager for the American Theological Library Association, based in downtown Chicago. She feels God has led her here, and is excited to begin using her skills and strengths for the benefit of the parish.
Don’t Forget the Fish Fry
The annual Lenten fish fry is coming Friday, March 18.
The Great Litany
Sunday’s worship services will begin with the Great Litany. Published in English in 1544 (before the first English Book of Common Prayer was published in 1549), it was constructed by Thomas Cranmer, then Archbishop of Canterbury, at the request of Henry VIII. Ideally, it is said or sung in procession and is particularly appropriate for penitential occasions.
Friday, February 5, 2016
Announcements for February 7
Ash Wednesday Services
Ash Wednesday is this Wednesday, February 10. The Holy Eucharist with the Imposition of Ashes will be offered at 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, and 7:00 PM.
Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Feast and Burial of the Alleluia
The traditional Shrove Tuesday pancake supper will be held Tuesday, February 9, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children. All proceeds will benefit the youth group outreach projects. And all children of the parish are invited to come help decorate and bury the Alleluia banner for Lent.
The Observance of a Holy Lent
Guidelines for observing Lent (“Lent for Dummies”) and various resources are available on the information tables.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent will explore the use of the Psalms in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February 17 at 7:00 PM.
Youth Group Resumes This Sunday, 4:00 PM
Welcome back from an extended break… just in time for Lent! We’ll take a positive spin on this traditionally dreary church season and see how beautifully we emerge at Easter. Bring a friend. Super-quick service activity. Super-simple planning for a spring party with IJP and Flossmoor Community Church youth. Plus something super-goofy. And all done long before the Super Bowl begins. Preguntas? Dee McManamy or Margi Strombeck.
Thank You from Pets and Their Families
Do our hands still smell like dog treats? Last Saturday, eight volunteers spent a couple of hours at St. John’s packaging treats for dogs whose families are registered at various south suburban township food pantries. The Best Buddies Pet Pantry program provides extra pet food assistance in order to keep pets in homes and out of shelters. Many thanks to our volunteers who did the packaging and to those who donated items over the past couple of months. Now the collection box is empty. When you bring in donations for the Rich Township food pantry, please consider bringing in dog or cat food. You can drop it off in the BBPP box next to the Rich Township baskets. Thank you!
Thank You from the Yarn Ministry
We thank you all very much for your HUGE support of the warm clothing collections we had this winter for PADS and Respond Now. With your and God’s help, we were able to keep many people in need warm this winter.
Ash Wednesday is this Wednesday, February 10. The Holy Eucharist with the Imposition of Ashes will be offered at 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, and 7:00 PM.
Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Feast and Burial of the Alleluia
The traditional Shrove Tuesday pancake supper will be held Tuesday, February 9, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children. All proceeds will benefit the youth group outreach projects. And all children of the parish are invited to come help decorate and bury the Alleluia banner for Lent.
The Observance of a Holy Lent
Guidelines for observing Lent (“Lent for Dummies”) and various resources are available on the information tables.
Lent Study Series
This year the Rector’s study series for Lent will explore the use of the Psalms in worship. Classes are Wednesday evenings, beginning February 17 at 7:00 PM.
Youth Group Resumes This Sunday, 4:00 PM
Welcome back from an extended break… just in time for Lent! We’ll take a positive spin on this traditionally dreary church season and see how beautifully we emerge at Easter. Bring a friend. Super-quick service activity. Super-simple planning for a spring party with IJP and Flossmoor Community Church youth. Plus something super-goofy. And all done long before the Super Bowl begins. Preguntas? Dee McManamy or Margi Strombeck.
Thank You from Pets and Their Families
Do our hands still smell like dog treats? Last Saturday, eight volunteers spent a couple of hours at St. John’s packaging treats for dogs whose families are registered at various south suburban township food pantries. The Best Buddies Pet Pantry program provides extra pet food assistance in order to keep pets in homes and out of shelters. Many thanks to our volunteers who did the packaging and to those who donated items over the past couple of months. Now the collection box is empty. When you bring in donations for the Rich Township food pantry, please consider bringing in dog or cat food. You can drop it off in the BBPP box next to the Rich Township baskets. Thank you!
Thank You from the Yarn Ministry
We thank you all very much for your HUGE support of the warm clothing collections we had this winter for PADS and Respond Now. With your and God’s help, we were able to keep many people in need warm this winter.
Friday, March 13, 2015
Announcements for March 15
Vestry Meeting
The vestry meets Monday, March 16, beginning at 7:00 PM in the church.
Make Your Reservations Now for the Fish Fry: Friday, March 20
Once again blues musician Smiley Tillmon will be providing entertainment. The menu includes fresh fried whitefish, roasted potatoes, cole slaw and dessert (or mac and cheese for those who prefer). Dinner will be served from 5:30 – 7:30 PM; tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under, paid at the door. Proceeds benefit South Suburban PADS. Please contact the parish office by March 17 to make reservations.
Loaves & Fishes Brunch This Sunday
Everyone is invited to brunch following the 10:00 AM service this Sunday, March 22. If you wish to bring a side or dessert to share, please do, but come regardless. The entrée will be provided and all are welcome!
Wednesday Evening Class for Lent: Reading Assignments
This year the Wednesday evening Lenten class is studying The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s Last Days in Jerusalem by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan. Classes meet in the church from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Reading assignments for the remaining weeks are: March 18 – Chapters 6 & 7; March 25 – Chapter 8.
New Parish Directories are Available
Pick up a copy of the newly revised parish directory from any of the information tables.
Sunday School Classes Commemorate the Last Supper
On March 22, during the Christian formation time, the children and youth of the church will be recreating the Last Supper. In order for the Last Supper to be successful, it is important that all who with to participate arrive by 9:00 AM.
High School Youth Group Do-Over!
Let’s try shopping for supplies for the Humane Society this Sunday, March 15th. Meet at St. John’s at 4:00 PM, when we’ll depart for the store. (We’ll return by 5:30.) Please call or text Dee McManamy if you’re coming so we’re sure to have enough car space for you and any friends. Also, come prepared to discuss Youth Group Lock-in dates. Which Friday works best for you (and your family’s calendar): May 1, May 8 or May 29? We’re lining up a great roster of guests and activities for the lock-in. You really won’t want to miss it!
The vestry meets Monday, March 16, beginning at 7:00 PM in the church.
Make Your Reservations Now for the Fish Fry: Friday, March 20
Once again blues musician Smiley Tillmon will be providing entertainment. The menu includes fresh fried whitefish, roasted potatoes, cole slaw and dessert (or mac and cheese for those who prefer). Dinner will be served from 5:30 – 7:30 PM; tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under, paid at the door. Proceeds benefit South Suburban PADS. Please contact the parish office by March 17 to make reservations.
Loaves & Fishes Brunch This Sunday
Everyone is invited to brunch following the 10:00 AM service this Sunday, March 22. If you wish to bring a side or dessert to share, please do, but come regardless. The entrée will be provided and all are welcome!
Wednesday Evening Class for Lent: Reading Assignments
This year the Wednesday evening Lenten class is studying The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s Last Days in Jerusalem by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan. Classes meet in the church from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Reading assignments for the remaining weeks are: March 18 – Chapters 6 & 7; March 25 – Chapter 8.
New Parish Directories are Available
Pick up a copy of the newly revised parish directory from any of the information tables.
Sunday School Classes Commemorate the Last Supper
On March 22, during the Christian formation time, the children and youth of the church will be recreating the Last Supper. In order for the Last Supper to be successful, it is important that all who with to participate arrive by 9:00 AM.
High School Youth Group Do-Over!
Let’s try shopping for supplies for the Humane Society this Sunday, March 15th. Meet at St. John’s at 4:00 PM, when we’ll depart for the store. (We’ll return by 5:30.) Please call or text Dee McManamy if you’re coming so we’re sure to have enough car space for you and any friends. Also, come prepared to discuss Youth Group Lock-in dates. Which Friday works best for you (and your family’s calendar): May 1, May 8 or May 29? We’re lining up a great roster of guests and activities for the lock-in. You really won’t want to miss it!
Friday, March 6, 2015
Announcements for March 8
Daylight Saving Time Begins This Sunday
Remember to set your clocks forward one hour this Saturday evening, March 7.
Fish Fry: Friday, March 20
Make your reservations now! Once again blues musician Smiley Tillmon will be providing entertainment. The menu includes fresh fried whitefish, roasted potatoes, cole slaw and dessert (or mac and cheese for those who prefer). Dinner will be served from 5:30 – 7:30 PM; tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under, paid at the door. Proceeds benefit South Suburban PADS. Please call or email the parish office by March 17 to make reservations.
Wednesday Evening Class for Lent: Reading Assignments
This year the Wednesday evening Lenten class is studying The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s Last Days in Jerusalem by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan. Classes meet in the church from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Reading assignments for the remaining weeks are: March 11 – Chapters 4 & 5; March 18 – Chapters 6 & 7; March 25 – Chapter 8.
Spring is Almost Here
Well, at least musically, as the Grande Prairie Singers present a love-themed concert featuring West Side Story and Henry Purcell's opera Dido and Aeneas. It will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 8, at Faith United Protestant Church in Park Forest. Pianist is our own amazing Michael Soto. See Bob or Betsy Burgwald for tickets.
Remember to set your clocks forward one hour this Saturday evening, March 7.
Fish Fry: Friday, March 20
Make your reservations now! Once again blues musician Smiley Tillmon will be providing entertainment. The menu includes fresh fried whitefish, roasted potatoes, cole slaw and dessert (or mac and cheese for those who prefer). Dinner will be served from 5:30 – 7:30 PM; tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under, paid at the door. Proceeds benefit South Suburban PADS. Please call or email the parish office by March 17 to make reservations.
Wednesday Evening Class for Lent: Reading Assignments
This year the Wednesday evening Lenten class is studying The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s Last Days in Jerusalem by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan. Classes meet in the church from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Reading assignments for the remaining weeks are: March 11 – Chapters 4 & 5; March 18 – Chapters 6 & 7; March 25 – Chapter 8.
Spring is Almost Here
Well, at least musically, as the Grande Prairie Singers present a love-themed concert featuring West Side Story and Henry Purcell's opera Dido and Aeneas. It will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 8, at Faith United Protestant Church in Park Forest. Pianist is our own amazing Michael Soto. See Bob or Betsy Burgwald for tickets.
Friday, February 27, 2015
Announcements for March 1
High School Youth Group
Attention High School Youth: Let's shop for our furry friends (because winter has been rrrrufff)! Meet at St. John's promptly at 4pm this Sunday, March 1. We'll take our proceeds from the Pancake Supper and shop for necessities for our animal friends at South Suburban Humane Society. Please call or text Dee so we know how much car space is needed. We will return to St. John's by 5:30pm.
Wednesday Evening Class for Lent: Reading Assignments
This year the Wednesday evening Lenten class is studying The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s Last Days in Jerusalem by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan. Classes meet in the church from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Reading assignments for the remaining weeks are: March 4 – Chapters 2 & 3; March 11 – Chapters 4 & 5; March 18 – Chapters 6 & 7; March 25 – Chapter 8.
The Fish Fry is Coming
Mark your calendars for St. John’s annual Lenten fish fry, coming March 20.
Daylight Saving Time Begins March 8
Remember to set your clocks forward one hour sometime before church next Sunday, March 8.
Last Call: Draft of New Parish Directory
Draft copies of updated version of the parish directory are located on the information tables. Please check to ensure your information is up-do-date. We always welcome the addition of email addresses and cell phone numbers if you are willing to share those. Copies of the new directories will be available soon.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting group will meet Monday, March 2, beginning at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Spring is Almost Here
Well, at least musically, as the Grande Prairie Singers present a love-themed concert featuring West Side Story and Henry Purcell's opera Dido and Aeneas. It will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 8, at Faith United Protestant Church in Park Forest. Pianist is our own amazing Michael Soto. See Bob or Betsy Burgwald for tickets.
Attention High School Youth: Let's shop for our furry friends (because winter has been rrrrufff)! Meet at St. John's promptly at 4pm this Sunday, March 1. We'll take our proceeds from the Pancake Supper and shop for necessities for our animal friends at South Suburban Humane Society. Please call or text Dee so we know how much car space is needed. We will return to St. John's by 5:30pm.
Wednesday Evening Class for Lent: Reading Assignments
This year the Wednesday evening Lenten class is studying The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s Last Days in Jerusalem by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan. Classes meet in the church from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Reading assignments for the remaining weeks are: March 4 – Chapters 2 & 3; March 11 – Chapters 4 & 5; March 18 – Chapters 6 & 7; March 25 – Chapter 8.
The Fish Fry is Coming
Mark your calendars for St. John’s annual Lenten fish fry, coming March 20.
Daylight Saving Time Begins March 8
Remember to set your clocks forward one hour sometime before church next Sunday, March 8.
Last Call: Draft of New Parish Directory
Draft copies of updated version of the parish directory are located on the information tables. Please check to ensure your information is up-do-date. We always welcome the addition of email addresses and cell phone numbers if you are willing to share those. Copies of the new directories will be available soon.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting group will meet Monday, March 2, beginning at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Spring is Almost Here
Well, at least musically, as the Grande Prairie Singers present a love-themed concert featuring West Side Story and Henry Purcell's opera Dido and Aeneas. It will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 8, at Faith United Protestant Church in Park Forest. Pianist is our own amazing Michael Soto. See Bob or Betsy Burgwald for tickets.
Friday, February 20, 2015
Announcements for February 22
The Observance of a Holy Lent
Materials are available to help you observe the holy season of Lent. Look for the “Lent for Dummies” handout with information and suggestions. Several booklets and guides for daily reflection and devotion are also available on the information tables.
Wednesday Evening Class for Lent (Including Reading Assignments)
This year the Wednesday evening Lenten class will study The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s Last Days in Jerusalem by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan. The class will include presentations of the material in the book along with discussion. If you wish to read the material before class, please acquire your own copy of the book. Classes begin February 25 and meet in the church from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Reading assignments for each week are: February 25 – Introduction & Chapter 1; March 4 – Chapters 2 & 3; March 11 – Chapters 4 & 5; March 18 – Chapters 6 & 7; March 25 – Chapter 8.
The Fish Fry is Coming
Mark your calendars for St. John’s annual Lenten fish fry, coming March 20.
The Great Litany
It is the custom of many parishes, including St. John’s, to pray the Great Litany on the First Sunday in Lent. A litany is a form of prayer in which the people make fixed responses to a series of short biddings or intercessions. They are an ancient liturgical tradition, often said or sung in procession. The Great Litany is the first liturgical rite published in English. Developed by Thomas Cranmer, it was published in 1544. The first English Book of Common Prayer was published in 1549.
Draft of New Parish Directory
Draft copies of updated version of the parish directory are located on the information tables. Please check to ensure your information is up-do-date. We always welcome the addition of email addresses and cell phone numbers if you are willing to share those.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting group will meet Monday, March 2, beginning at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Spring is Almost Here
Well, at least musically, as the Grande Prairie Singers present a love-themed concert featuring West Side Story and Henry Purcell's opera Dido and Aeneas. It will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 8, at Faith United Protestant Church in Park Forest. Pianist is our own amazing Michael Soto. See Bob or Betsy Burgwald for tickets.
Materials are available to help you observe the holy season of Lent. Look for the “Lent for Dummies” handout with information and suggestions. Several booklets and guides for daily reflection and devotion are also available on the information tables.
Wednesday Evening Class for Lent (Including Reading Assignments)
This year the Wednesday evening Lenten class will study The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s Last Days in Jerusalem by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan. The class will include presentations of the material in the book along with discussion. If you wish to read the material before class, please acquire your own copy of the book. Classes begin February 25 and meet in the church from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Reading assignments for each week are: February 25 – Introduction & Chapter 1; March 4 – Chapters 2 & 3; March 11 – Chapters 4 & 5; March 18 – Chapters 6 & 7; March 25 – Chapter 8.
The Fish Fry is Coming
Mark your calendars for St. John’s annual Lenten fish fry, coming March 20.
The Great Litany
It is the custom of many parishes, including St. John’s, to pray the Great Litany on the First Sunday in Lent. A litany is a form of prayer in which the people make fixed responses to a series of short biddings or intercessions. They are an ancient liturgical tradition, often said or sung in procession. The Great Litany is the first liturgical rite published in English. Developed by Thomas Cranmer, it was published in 1544. The first English Book of Common Prayer was published in 1549.
Draft of New Parish Directory
Draft copies of updated version of the parish directory are located on the information tables. Please check to ensure your information is up-do-date. We always welcome the addition of email addresses and cell phone numbers if you are willing to share those.
Yarn Ministry
The knitting group will meet Monday, March 2, beginning at 7:00 PM in the Guild Room.
Spring is Almost Here
Well, at least musically, as the Grande Prairie Singers present a love-themed concert featuring West Side Story and Henry Purcell's opera Dido and Aeneas. It will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 8, at Faith United Protestant Church in Park Forest. Pianist is our own amazing Michael Soto. See Bob or Betsy Burgwald for tickets.
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