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This Week at St. Mark's May 5, 2016
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Worship
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In the Baptismal Covenant, we are asked, "Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers?" and we respond, "I will, with God's help."
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This Sunday's Lay Ministers-
Thank you to these parishioners for sharing their time and talent with the congregation this week. If you would like to be involved, contact Pastor Debra at [email protected].
- Altar Guild: Sharon Friend, Trish Barr
- Flower Guild: Mike Schoen
- Children's Formation: Pat Acha, Tyler Maegawa-Goeser, Anne Heinz, Luke Urbanowski, Maria Torres, Lori Goede, John Lucadamo, Chad Goeser, Deane Johnson
- Ushers: John Lucadamo, Doug Sondgeroth, Nancye Kirk
- Acolytes: Patrick Nee, Bruce Gaede, Mickey Loewenstein
- Lectors: Marion Drew, Lori Goede
- Eucharistic Ministers: Aina Gutierrez, Andrea Nowack, Motoko Maegawa, Milner Seifert
- Eucharistic Visitors: Liz McElhatton, Alison Walsh
- Vestry Person of the Day: Nancye Kirk, Motoko Maegawa
- Coffee Hour Snacks: G-L
Worship Life Retreat-
Join with others from St. Mark's who are interested in talking about and planning for the Sundays after Pentecost - that long, green season which this year spans from May 22 through October 30. It's a season when we work our way through scenes from the Gospel of Luke with a focus on stories of God's healing and reconciling power made available to all people, especially the poor and the outcast; stories of the dangers of wealth and the temptation toward self-righteousness. We will meet on Saturday, May 7 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Old Library at St. Mark's - enter through the Parish Office doors and follow the signs. If you plan to attend and would like to receive materials in advance, please send a note to Pastor Debra at
[email protected]
. Hope to see you there!
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We still need volunteers to help greet people during the photo sessions!
Click here to sign up for a volunteer shift! Contact Natalie Greene, our Office Manager, to volunteer or with questions at (847) 864-4806 or
[email protected].
Lifetouch Photo Directory this spring- On May 6th, 7th, and 10th, Lifetouch will be here taking portraits for our very own St. Mark's photo directory! Everyone who participates will be included in a PDF photo directory and will receive a free 8.5x11 print photo. You will also have the option of purchasing more print photos for personal use.
Click here to schedule your appointment.
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Lifelong Christian faith formation is important for lifelong growth in the knowledge, service and love of God as followers of Christ. Regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey, no matter what season of life you are in, you are invited to enter into a prayerful life of continuous learning. Following are some upcoming opportunities for your journey in faith.
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Confirm not Conform News
- Friday, June 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Grosse Pointe Lighthouse Park (on the lawn on the east side of the Harley Clarke Mansion; rain location is St. Mark's):
This is the dress rehearsal for the Confirm not Conform Blessing service. Attendance is mandatory (and you won't want to miss it!). Mentors, this one is for you too!
- Saturday, June 11 at 3:30 p.m. at the Grosse Pointe Lighthouse Park (on the lawn on the east side of the Harley Clarke Mansion; rain location is St. Mark's):
This is the date and time for the Confirm not Conform Blessing service with Bishop Jeff Lee. We don't yet know exactly how early we'll need you on the day of the service; it may be as early as 2 p.m. (We'll let you know as soon as we do). The service will be followed by a picnic supper, to which we'll all contribute!
If you have any questions about these dates and times, please do not hesitate to contact Pastor Debra at
[email protected] (847-732-9564).
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Confirmation and Reception Preparation for Adults -
On Saturday, June 11, the Bishop will be worshiping with us at 3:30 p.m. for confirmation and reception (for those who were confirmed in another denomination but would like to be formally received into the Episcopal Church).
If you would like to participate in a small group for faithful formation as preparation for confirmation or reception, please contact Pastor Debra at
[email protected]
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Pentecost is for ALL Ages!
Throughout the Easter season, the readings have led us in an exploration of the acts of the Spirit in the early church. These faith ancestors responded to God's powerful presence in lives committed to mutual ministry and to showing up. Pentecost Sunday - May 15 - is a day to celebrate the breath and fire of the Spirit that lives and moves and acts among God's people. The story of the first Pentecost is a foundational story of the Christian faith and is an important for everyone in the church - young and old, new to the faith and those who have been part of a faith community from childhood. Pentecost is sometimes called "the birthday of the church" and we will have a program and activities for ALL Ages at St. Mark's from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. Come be renewed by God's Spirit!
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Social Justice & Outreach Opportunities
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St. Mark's continues its commitment to our community through its many social justice and outreach activities. Following are ways in which you can get involved with the St. Mark's community in helping to create a better world.
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Producemobile- Tuesday, May 10-
On the 2nd Tuesday of each month, Interfaith Action of Evanston teams up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to bring free, fresh produce to our neighbors in need. The distribution takes place from 9:30 - 11:30 at the Robert Crown Center. Volunteers are needed from 8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. If you are able to help on May 10, please send an e-mail to Pastor Debra, [email protected] or sign-up online. Thank you to April volunteers: Debra Bullock, Marion Drew, Bruce Gaede, Anna Holladay, Rima Lockwood, Andrea Nowack, and Chris Schultze
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Midweek Lunch: Come and join us!
There are two weekly opportunities to serve our neighbors who struggle with hunger and homelessness. Every Tuesday from 6:00-6:30 pm, lunches are packed in the kitchen here at St. Mark's, and every Wednesday lunch is served at 11 am. On Wednesday, volunteers are asked to arrive by 10:30 am and stay until 1 pm.
Lunch packing and serving is a great way to get to know members of your church family and meet others from St. Matthew's, our partner in this ministry. Please join us as we joyfully build a deeper sense of community both within our church and more broadly in Evanston. You can make this commitment to fit your schedule: weekly, monthly, or every once in a while! Do you have summers off from school or work? Start thinking about ways you can plug in to this ongoing program.
Our Midweek Lunch Ministry is growing! We have started a partnership with the King Home on Oak Ave. On the first Tuesday of every month, King Home residents will be making the sandwiches in their lounge. Volunteers are needed at the usual time, 6 pm, to transport lunch packing materials over to the King Home and provide assistance to the residents while they make sandwiches.
To sign-up, please click these links:
Questions? Contact Anna Holladay, Community Engagement Director, at
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Seventh Sunday of Easter
Acts 1:1-11; Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21; John 17:20-26
"God has gone up, has gone up with a shout, the Lord with the sound of the ram's horn."
Psalm 47
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Thursday, May 5
10:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, King Home
7:30 p.m.
Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room
Friday, May 6
2:00 p.m.
Parish Photo Directory Sessions, Bethlehem Chapel
Saturday, May 7
9:00 a.m.
Worship Life Team Retreat
10:00 a.m.
Parish Photo Directory Sessions, Bethlehem Chapel
Sunday, May 8
8:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Lady Chapel
9:30 a.m.
Children's and Adult Formation, Classrooms and Bethlehem Chapel
10:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Sanctuary
12 noon
Handbell Choir Rehearsal, Loft
Tuesday, May 10
8:30 a.m.
Producemobile, Robert Crown Center
2:00 p.m.
Parish Photo Directory Sessions, Bethlehem Chapel
6:00 p.m.
Lunch packing, Cunningham Hall
Wednesday, May 11
6:45 a.m.
AA meeting, Bethlehem Chapel
11:00 a.m.
Midweek Sack Lunch, Cunningham Hall
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May 1
Georgia Ealy
May 3
Nick Easton
May 4
Martha Lettner
May 6
Helen Baker
May 7
Elizabeth Lele
May 9
Avis Redwine
Victoria Laudati
Alice Rocca
Sam Consiglio
May 10
Bonnie Lindstrom
May 13
Dr. Melind Lele
May 16
Vittorio Laudati
May 18
John Sagan, Jr.
Hughie Lele
May 19
Anne Heinz
Katherine Lewis
John Baker
May 22
Veronica Braithwaite
Mary Koss
Bob Molumby
May 23
Rev. Lee Gaede
May 26
Molly Skelton
Todd Skelton
May 27
Reba Howard
May 28
Dalia Benz
May 29
Joan Miller
Robin Tucker
Donald Koss
Kate Hayes
Nasim Alexander
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May 1
Mickey & Susan Loewenstein
May 24
Holly & Calvin Yanaga
May 31
Fred & Susan Lewis
Victoria Laudati & Carl Smith
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| Spring cleaning: Book donations- Now that Spring has sprung, you might be doing some Spring cleaning. If you come across any books that you are looking to give to a new home, bring them to church with you any Sunday in the month of May and leave them in the parlor in the designated box. The books will be donated to the Hospitality Center upstairs for the guests to enjoy. |
St. Andrew's Dinner and a Concert- You are invited to join Pastor Debra and others from St. Mark's at a fundraiser for St. Andrew's Pentecost Episcopal Church on June 18th at 7:00 p.m. at the Levy Center in Evanston, 300 Dodge Ave. Enjoy Caribbean Gospel music, Caribbean cuisine, and a visit from Bishop Jeffrey Lee. We are putting together a St. Mark's table. Tickets are $65 each. To sign up, please RSVP to Pastor Debra at
[email protected].
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Going Where the Youth Are: Being Church
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The Church is wherever God's people are gathered and for our youth that is often not at St. Mark's - the building - because they are involved in so many extra-curricular activities. Imagine the positive message we might share with our young people by Being Church where they are - at the ice rink, on the baseball diamond, at the debate club, at their concert. Let's show up and cheer for our young people. Let's Be Church Where the Youth Are! Take pictures, congratulate often, and remind our young people that they too are Being the Church wherever they are!
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If you have events to add on behalf of your young person, please email Pastor Debra,
[email protected]
Thursday, May 5
- Kate S.: Orchestra Concert, Nichols Middle School Auditorium, 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 7
- Austin and Jack: MISSA Baker Qualifying Regatta, Lake Forest Rec Center, time TBA
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Kate J.: American Diesel Softball Game, Howard Park, 17th Street (just south of Lake), Wilmette, 11:00 a.m.
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Betsy: Marcum Accounting Softball Game, Techny Field #28, 1700 Techny Road, Northbrook, 11:30 a.m.
- Kate J.: American Diesel Softball Game, Leahy Park, Lincoln & Colfax, Evanston, 5:45 p.m.
- Betsy: Marcum Accounting Softball Game, 1280 Green Bay Rd, Highland Park, 6 p.m.
Thursday, May 12
- Betsy: Haven Band Concert, 5 p.m.
Friday, May 13
- Kate S.: Foster Dance Company Spring Performance: Dance Forward, Regina Dominican High School Auditorium, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 14
- Austin: May Madness Regatta, Pewaukee Yacht Club, WI, time TBA
- Kate J.: American Diesel Softball Game, Skokie Playfields, 540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka, 10:30 a.m.
- Betsy: Marcum Accounting Softball Game, James Park, Oakton St & Dodge Ave, Evanston, 7 p.m.
- Betsy and Kate J.: Kaleidoscope Dance "I Lived" Performance at the North Center for the Performing Arts at 5:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.kaleidoscopedance.com/.
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Social Media and St. Mark's-
If you have your mobile device it would be good if you put it on silent when in worship. But if anything in Sunday's service-a prayer, reading, hymn or the sermon-moves you, please feel free to tweet it or post it to Facebook #StMarkEvanston. While you're at it, "check-in" with us on Foursquare!
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In The Community
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God calls us to love our neighbors as ourselves. Loving finds all of its meaning in relationship. The following are opportunities to be in relationship with one another and with the community of Evanston.
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The Unitarian Church of Evanston presents a spectacular concert on Saturday, May 21, 2016, 7:30 p.m. at 1330 Ridge Ave. featuring Howard Levy with Kalyan Pathak, Larry Gray and Jean Christophe Leroy. Howard Levy's Musical Worlds concert will include World Music, Afro-Cuban sacred chants, Vedic and Jewish traditions, as well as the music of Bach, original compositions, blues and some free Jazz improvisation - a truly eclectic program. A variety of instruments will be played from the west, Africa, India and Asia.
Tickets are $30. For more information or tickets contact
[email protected]
or (847) 864-1330.
The Unitarian Church of Evanston will present "An Evening of Storytelling and Sharing" on Friday, May 13, 2016. The theme will be "Exploring Racism" and is targeted to adults and high school youths. This event will continue UCE's year-long work on racial justice issues. Susan O'Halloran and Mama Edie Armstrong will tell their stories beginning at 7PM after a potluck supper in the Unitarian Church Sanctuary. Adults and older teens are invited to join us for this fun and educational community gathering. The potluck supper will start at 6:00 PM. You are invited to bring a dish to share for 8 people. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
For more Information: Sandra Robinson, Executive Operations Director, UCE 847-864-1330 or [email protected]
Tai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese martial art that promotes well-being by circulating the chi of the body through a series of slow, relaxing movements. The Human Process teaches the Yangstyle short form each Saturday morning at St. Mark's. Practicing Tai Chi helps replenish energy reserves, improves balance, loosens tight muscles and brings more flexibility to joints and ligaments. It is a cardiovascular and weight-bearing exercise. For more information, contact The Human Process at 847-556-6040.
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Evanston Sings: A Community Choir-
Do you like to sing? Perhaps only in the car or shower? There is a community choir that would benefit from your voice! Every Saturday, the Evanston Sings choir rehearses at Friendship Baptist Church (2201 Foster St.) at 3 pm. Although rehearsals have already begun, people are more than welcome to join and catch up on the music (gospel and old spirituals). This choir has gathered for the purpose of having a concert on Friday, June 17. All ticket sales from the concert will go to benefit the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program. Contact Anna Holladay, Community Engagement Director, with any questions at
Evanston Creative Writing Group- Do you like to write? Do you like to be creative but find it challenging sometimes to put yourself on the page? Do you enjoy receiving challenging prompts that spur your creativity? The Evanston Creative Writing group is a creative prompt group designed to get you on the page and start the creative juices flowing. Each meeting one member will act as the Prompt Master, offering a writing prompt like a picture, a first line, an object, or even a single word. From these prompts members will write for fifteen to twenty minutes, creating a unique and original story, or perhaps creating something that will be the start of something bigger. Please note that this is not a critique group. We offer positive comments on what our authors create, understanding that the writing generated within our group is rough or "first-draft". We accept all members, from those who are serious about writing to those who use the time offered to blow off some creative steam. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month in the library at St. Mark's. For more information visit us online here.
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Evanston English Country Dance Group
This group meets every other Wednesday in Cunningham Hall. All dances are taught and prompted. We learn English Country dances devised from pre-1650 to the present. Jane Austin would recognize much of the dancing we do. Once a month, we have live music performed by Putting on Aires; the other Wednesdays, the music is from an extensive CD collection. You are welcome to come with or without a partner. Wear comfortable shoes (the type you would use to walk a mile) and casual clothing. We ask for a $5 ($3 for students) admittance fee to cover the rent and to buy music for the band. For further information, contact Tom Senior 847-606-8704,
[email protected].
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Soul Mates
is an ongoing support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse or life partner. This free group meets at NorthShore Hospice, 4901 Searle Parkway, Skokie on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 6:30 - 8 p.m.
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Legacy is an ongoing support group for adults who have experienced the death of a parent. This free group meets at NorthShore Hospice, 4901 Searle Parkway, Skokie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:30 - 8 p.m.
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Parish Prayer List
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If you have loved ones you would liked added to (or removed from) the prayer list at any time, send an email to Pastor Debra at [email protected].
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We bid your prayers for:
Helen Baker, Astley Bent, Veronica Braithwaite, John Burnham, Karen Cornelius, Bob Easton, Lynn Erickson, Hal Griffith, Charlie and Judy Kopp, Grace Lettner, Kathy Lettner, Ayden Lettner, Ann Lettner, Ted Loda, George Mitchell, Jake Morris, Mary O'Dowd, Jan and Jeri Offutt, Sarah Sutcliffe, Casmir Szczepaniak, Char Wiss, Ronnie Witt IV, Carol Albertson, Betty Augustinos, Carol Beatty, Margaret Beatty, Linda Conway, David Cresap, Janice Dillman, Cynthia Garrels, Janet Gurniak, Michael T. Hiller, Katie Iles, OJ Mabwa, Ahmed Mahmoud, Pat Martin, Carl & Linda Messier, Helen Snow, Tim and his family, Richard Walsh.
We pray for those who have died:
Dennis Johnson, father of Deane (Beth) Johnson, grandfather of Betsy and Kate Johnson; Pat Drew,
friend of Dorothy Laudati
We pray for the people in:
the Diocese of Southeast Mexico and the Diocese of Renk.
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