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1650 W. Foster Ave., Chicago IL
(773) 561-8496
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The visual prayer included here is
Christ's Agony at Gethsemane
, a sculpture from a Trappist monastery, Kentucky.
From the Vanderbilt Digital Library
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"God promises Jeremiah that a “new covenant” will be made in the future: a covenant that will allow all the people to know God by heart. The church sees this promise fulfilled in Christ, who draws all people to himself when he is lifted up on the cross. Our baptismal covenant draws us to God’s heart through Christ and draws God’s light and truth into our hearts. We see God’s heart most clearly in the way Jesus shares human suffering, in an agony both the John and Hebrews readings describe."
See you Sunday.
+ Pastor Michael
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Morning Prayer:
God of suffering and glory, in Jesus Christ you reveal the way of life through the path of obedience. Inscribe your law in our hearts, that in life we may not stray from you, but may be your people.
Amen.
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Evening Prayer:
God of compassion, you know our faults and yet you promised to forgive. Keep us in your presence and give us your wisdom. Open our hearts to gladness, call dry bones to dance, and restore to us the joy of your salvation.
Amen.
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Prayer with Children:
Dear God, you have promised to write your love and law on our hearts. That means you are with me, always, not far off, but with me all the time! Thank you Jesus! Amen.
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In our prayers:
Donny, Belita, Tom, Velda, Paul, Ina, Kendra, Patrick, Eric, Nikki, Howard, Jennifer, Linda, Lili, Gloria, Monroe, John and Sharon, Jinny, Donna, Don, Richard, Jody, Ashley, Bob and Nancy, Sue, Debbie, Dan, Steve, and Ione.
W
e also pray for our bishops, Elizabeth and Wayne.
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Celebrations, Concerns, and Condolences...
If you have items you'd like shared in this section, email
Pastor Michael
. Names may be added or removed from the prayer list by contacting
Pam S
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Those in our community undergoing cancer treatments.
Donna Anderson, recovering at home.
Barbara Ketter and Kendra Thulin, who are recovering from surgery.
Don McCrary, who is continuing treatment.
Tom, Ashley Frigerio's stepfather, whose health is declining.
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This Week's Commemorations
Joseph, Guardian of Jesus, Monday, March 19, 2018.
Though the Bible tells us little about the husband of Jesus' mother Mary, we know that he was a carpenter or builder by trade. He is also shown as being devoted both to God and to Mary and Jesus. It is assumed that he died before Jesus became an adult.
Thomas Cranmer, Bishop of Canterbury, martyr, died 1556, Wednesday, March 21, 2018.
Cranmer's lasting achievement is contributing to and overseeing the creation of the Book of Common Prayer, which remains (in revised form) the worship book of the Anglican Communion. He was burned at the stake under Queen Mary for his support of the Protestant Reformation.
Jonathan Edwards, teacher, missionary, died 1758, Thursday, March 22, 2018.
A Puritan minister in Connecticut, Edwards is remembered as being a great preacher. Though his most famous sermon talks at length about hell, he was more concerned with God's love. He served both as missionary to the Housatonic people in Massachusetts, and as president of the future Princeton University.
Oscar Arnulfo Romero, Bishop of El Salvador, martyr, died 1980, Saturday, March 24, 2018.
Romero was deeply concerned with injustices evident toward the poor and powerless in El Salvador, and worked forthrightly against political repression. He was assassinated while presiding at the eucharist in a chapel near the cathedral in San Salvador.
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Lent Evening Prayer
Continuing the Covenant of Baptism
Wednesday March 21 at
6:30 p.m.
These 30 minute services of Evening Prayer will focus each week on a different Baptismal promise and living those out in our daily lives.
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Palm Sunday:
March 25 at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Stations of the Cross: March 28 at 7:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Led by your youth!
Maundy Thursday:
March 29 at 12:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.*
*A simple soup dinner and conversation begins at 6:15 p.m. in the Education Center Cafe. Worship at 7 p.m. will be in the Sanctuary.
Good Friday:
March 30 at 12:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
The Three Days for Children:
March 31 at 10:00 a.m.
The Great Vigil of Easter:
March 31 at 7:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday:
April 1 at 6:30 a.m. (sunrise) and 10:00 a.m.*
Potluck Easter Breakfast in the Dining Room at 9:00 a.m.
*There is no 5:00 p.m. liturgy on Easter Sunday.
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Community Hour Schedule
Community Hour is usually from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sundays in the Education Center, following coffee fellowship. Childcare is available!
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March 18: What's New in Brain and Heart Health
with Parish Nurse Marcia Smith, RN.We will talk about the new blood pressure guidelines, what this means for us and how this effects the health of our brains. Please join us.
Reminder: There are no community hour programs on March 25 or April 1.
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Ebenezer Staffing Change
Welcome Derek Stienmetz!
Derek joined the staff this week as our new Building and Volunteer Coordinator. Derek will be in the office Monday -Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition to building use and scheduling, Derek will be the first point of contact for callers, and will soon begin matching volunteers with opportunities to serve at Ebenezer.
If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Jennifer Cox. She can be reached in person on Sundays or by email at
jennifer.eliza.cox@gmail.com
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Senior Ministry Events
Senior Luncheon:
Thursday, March 29, 12:15 p.m. This month we will begin with the Maundy Thursday Service at 12:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary and then go downstairs to the Cafe for a lunch of soup and sandwiches. As usual our Parish Nurse Marcia will be available for blood pressure checks and Ralph will be available for anointing and prayers.
Senior Poetry Group:
Monday, March 19, 12:00 p.m. We will meet one week earlier than usual to discuss a poem that Carolyn Bertagnoli will share with us. Bring a sandwich and join us in the Cafe (below the sanctuary ) as we have a great discussion. Dessert will be provided.
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Introducing Ebenezer Refugee Support
Ebenezer's Refugee Support group works with newly settled refugee in the Rogers Park and Edgewater area in cooperation with their sponsoring agencies and St. Thomas of Canterbury School staff . The site will follow families to process and list specific needs of families. When you find you can fill a need, contact one of the administrators and donated items can be picked up. Cash donations can be made out to Ebenezer Lutheran Church with the notation of Refugee Fund on the memo line.
To learn more, visit the Facebook Page for the group
here.
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Women's Book Group
The group meets at 7:15 p.m. at Ebenezer.
March 19:
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine
by Gail Honeyman
April 16:
A Tree Grows In Brooklyn
by Betty Smith
May 21:
Britt Marie Was Here
by Fredrik Bakman
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Lutheran Disaster Response: How you can help
Please stand by our neighbors as they begin the long road to recovering from Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, as well as earthquake victims in Mexico, and fire recovery efforts in California.
Click
here
to learn how you can support their efforts.
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Esprit:
A Support Group for People Recovering from Mental Health Issues
We at Ebenezer welcome everyone into our spiritual circle. We know that most everyone has experienced or supported someone with mental health issues. We also recognize that we all need a circle of support in our lives. Ebenezer strives to create a place where all can come, share, listen, learn and be renewed.
We meet the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each Month! 7:00 pm—8:30 pm
For more information , please call Ashley at 773-428-1521
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Youth Group Update
Edgewater Congregations Together Youth Group!
Youth Group consists of youth in grades 6
th
-12
th
from Unity, Immanuel, and Ebenezer Lutheran Churches in the neighborhood of Edgewater. During the school year, they gather on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at Immanuel Lutheran Church for a meal, games, faith discussions, and worship. For more information, contact Pastor Emily at
pastoremilyh@gmail.com
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“Parent’s Night Out!” –
FOR A GOOD CAUSE
Saturday: April 21 from 4:00-8:00pm
@Immanuel Lutheran Church (1500 W. Elmdale Ave.)
Ages: 2 1/2 years-5th grade
Suggested Donation:
$15 for one child, $20 for two children, $25 for more than two children.
Enjoy a night out for a good cause! While parents/guardians have a night out, children will be in a safe environment doing fun activities led by Pastor Emily Heitzman, the church youth group, and several other adult church members.
Children should bring a sack dinner to eat during the evening.
All proceeds will help send several of our youth group high schoolers to travel to Houston, Texas this June for the triennial ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church of America) Youth Gathering. This is a powerful and life-changing event, where our youth will gather with 30,000+ other Lutheran youth for worship, justice, and service work in and around Houston. As we have seen this fall, Hurricane Harvey has devastated Houston and its surrounding areas. Thus, not only will your financial contribution help our youth get to the youth gathering, but it will also help Houston get back on its feet post-Harvey. Imagine how much of an impact 30,000+ people can make in doing service projects, Hurricane relief work, and by putting money into Houston’s economy: hotels, transportation, food, hired workers for the event, etc.?!
To register or inquire with any questions:
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Facilities Feedback
Ebenezer's facilities are busier than ever, which is both a gift and a challenge! To help us understand areas where cleaning and repair could be improved, you are invited to use this
form to provide feedback to Jesse, our sexton. This is a more reliable method than verbal reports to staff or volunteers on Sundays, when our focus in on worship. Please let us know how we can continue to make Ebenezer a place of hospitality for all! The link is also available at any time at the Ebenezer Facilities
webpage.
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Community and Announcments
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Give with Goodshop and Amazon Smile
Shopping online at
goodshop.org allows you to do the shopping you'd do anyway at your favorite sites, while supporting the ministry at Ebenezer! Simply register and then select Ebenezer Lutheran Church, Chicago, as the beneficiary of the donation Goodshop makes when you shop through their site. Check it out today!
Also, Ebenezer is designated as a recipient for Smile dollars on Amazon.
Any shopping you do on Amazon can benefit Ebenezer! Simply register at smile.amazon.com and designate us... same great shopping, but we receive .5% of your purchase amount!
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Office Hours
Monday-Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Closed Friday.
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Our Mission:
God calls Ebenezer to be a Christian home for all who seek the sustaining nature of the Holy Spirit, to demonstrate faith and trust in God through the ministry of its people, and to let Christ's model of service, justice and love give expression to how we share God's gift with the world.
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