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May 28, 2010

Peace With Justice Sunday

Peace With Justice Sunday

Pastor Vickie will be preaching this Sunday and her sermon is titled: A Just Peace.
Please see her upcoming sermon schedule later in this message.

Scripture readings this Sunday: Psalm 8 Romans 5:1-11

We thank our youth (newest members, Jackie, Ruby, Alejandra, Abraham and Daniela) for conducting our Pentecost Sunday service. Thanks to John and Kate who came from the Irving Park Community Food Pantry to share the story of this important mission work. If you want to make a donation to this, our May Mission, please make sure you indicate the donation in the notes section of your check. There is information available at the church if you want to take part in or sponsor someone in the Hunger Walk in June. Thanks also to Molly Melick, our church representative on the pantry board of directors and for all who support this mission started over 25 years ago by a member of our church.

Thanks again to Stephanie Escher for her time with us. During her farewell fellowship after church last Sunday, Stephanie shared great news – she will be the incoming part-time Pastor at Pastor Vickie’s former church in Oak Park! Small world. Information about a future director of music will be provided soon.

Prayers: For all of our members and friends who are traveling during this holiday weekend and ...
Continue for the youngest child of Lowell Allen, David Theodore Allen. His physical this week revealed prostrate cancer. David is 51. He is grandpa of Allison Grace LaFavre who is scheduled to begin surgery on her spine. Lowell Allen is traveling to be with his family.

Jeanette Schulz, a longtime member of IPUMC, died peacefully on May 16. Per Jeanette's request, there will not be a public memorial service. Cards of condolence can be sent to her daughter, Margaret Siuda at
1412 Becker Ave., Batavia, IL 60510-9695 Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in their time of grief.

Please keep all those who have suffered loss or illness, lack of work, heartbreak or other life challenges in your prayers. Also raise up your joys! If you are interested in being part of our Prayer Network, or would like to have them pray for a special person or cause, contact Tina or Wally Felckowski: bwf79@sbcglobal.net

Important news from Church Council
We approved a new church identity and logo at the meeting. Thanks to the Communication Team for all of their work over the past couple of years as we have progressed to this important point. You will start seeing it in use on materials soon (including the attached June ad for OIPA newsletter). The Council also approved the hiring of a part-time director of education who will focus on Sprouts, youth education and activities. Details on this director will follow. This is an exciting step in the growth of our church!

Restoration is underway. Daily working hours will be from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Work is scheduled to be completed by the end of June (weather permitting) on Phase II of this major restoration project. See photo attached. Come see it for yourself when you have time.

The garden looks great. Thanks continue to Karen Prather and her “helping hands” for the work being done in our church garden. It shows!

Pastor Vickie’s New Sermon Series & Bible Study
June 6 to July 11—Pastor will preach on the New Testament book of Galatians. Please join the on-line weekly discussion. The scripture for the week will be posted for discussion. If you are interested in participating in this Bible Study, please email Pastor Vickie at HADVL@comcast.net.

Preaching Schedule:
June 6—Galatians 1:11-24 June 13—Galatians 2:15-3:9
June 20—Galatians 3:23-4:7 June 27—Galatians 5:1-12
July 4—Galatians 5:13-25 July 11—Galatians 6:1-16
(If you miss a week, check the website. The sermons will be posted on following Monday.)

Important UPCOMING Dates:
Sunday, June 6th, 11 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall (includes set-up and clean-up) Hispanic Mission’s Dinner Fundraiser. All are encouraged to support their ministry through this fundraiser. More details to come.

Tues., June 8th, 7:00 p.m. Finance Committee meets in Bacmeister room

Sunday – June 13 – New member Sunday and Celebration of Worship Ministries. Don’t miss this important and fun day. According to our organizing chef this will be the “TY BBQ”. Details to follow.

Runners/Joggers … join us for our first ever run along the lakefront on Saturday, June 5th at 8:00 a.m. Strollers welcome! We’ll be doing 3-4 miles then go for breakfast afterwards. Meet at Wilson and Lake Shore Drive. Park in the large lot on the north side of Wilson, on the east side of the lot. For more information contact Stacy Blaha mblaha1@aol.com or Pastor Vickie hadvl@comcast.net

Help Needed for Hands to Help Ministry
Needed for a Hands to Help client, a double or queen mattress with or without a frame, throw rugs, dishes and silverware (for 2 or 4), for another client, a man's bike.  Do you have a car you can't use? A neighbor who has been out of work for nine months  is in need of a car. If you would like to donate a car, or lend a car indefinitely please contact Kara Wagner Sherer at St. John's rector@stjohnschicago.com or 773.725.9026.

How are you handling your finances? Are you being faithful in your giving to God?
If you’d like to meet other women who are working to improve their ability to share the financial blessings they have received, check out Sophie’s Café: Money Wisdom for Women.

When: Tuesday, June 8 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Irving Park Lutheran Church, 3934 W. Belle Plaine, Chicago.
(Parking lot at the corner of Pulaski and Belle Plaine).
Cost: $10
Questions: Call Lorraine at (773)-583-2852

This session is entitled, “Endings and Beginnings.” The discussion will focus on negative habits and attitudes we want to leave behind, and the new positive actions we will nurture over the summer. Enjoy cookies and coffee/tea/cocoa as we explore our relationship with money and how it can enlighten and enrich our spiritual lives.
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Also Coming Up:
Wednesdays – after school program (in Spanish) sponsored by Mission Hispana – 4-6 p.m. in fellowship hall for elementary age children.
Wed., June 2nd, 7:00 p.m. Trustees meet in Fellowship Hall
June 13-16 – Northern Illinois Annual Conference in Saint Charles, Pheasant Run. The theme is Radical Disciples - Abundant Fruit. More information available at: www.umcnic.org
CHURCH CAMP: June 25 – 27, Wesley Woods, Wisconsin
September 25, Saturday evening. Church Fundraiser. Family friendly program. Details to follow.

Posted by vickie at 12:48 PM