Events and Resources for LCMS Churches and Church Workers in Northern Illinois - September 1, 2017
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From Northern Light Online :

The NID Responds to Devastation of Hurricane Harvey
In response to the massive destruction, the church and school families, as well as individual members of the LCMS Northern Illinois District, are coordinating equally proportional responses to provide mercy and compassion for those effected by the devastation. Learn how you can join the efforts.

Networking Group for Moms
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A newly formed Bible Study Group for all moms will take place Fridays, beginning September 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., at St. John Lutheran Church, 7214 South Cass Avenue, Darien.
It will be facilitated by Deaconess Phaedra Serbus, a wife, a mother and Director of Youth Ministries at St. John Lutheran Church. Those interested in attending are asked to register at sjlcdarien.org/events/moms-connect.html, call 630-969-7987 or email phaedra.serbus@sjlcdarien.org.
Women’s Fellowship Breakfast
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St. John Lutheran Church, 7214 South Cass Avenue, Darien, will host a Women’s Fellowship Breakfast on Saturday, October 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. All women are invited to attend a morning of uplifting inspiration with the theme “Blessed to Be a Blessing.”
Those wishing to attend should call the church office at 630-969-7987 or register online at sjlcdarien.org/events/womens-fellowship-breakfast.html by October 1. Print flyer
Reformation Celebrations
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Joint Reformation Worship Service
A special Joint Reformation Worship Service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church and School, 6850 W 159th Street, Tinley Park, September at 3 p.m.
Guest Preacher is President Dan Gilbert. There will be special music along with a festive arrangement of Divine Service. Fellowship and refreshments will take place afterwards. Contact Pastor Rick Schauer at rschauer@tlcs.org or 708-532-9395, ext. 223
500th Anniversary of the Reformation Event
Christ Lutheran Church, 14700 S. 94th Avenue, Orland Park, is hosting a special 500th Anniversary of the Reformation event on Tuesday, October 10. Renown composer and Lutheran musician Dr. Carl Schalk will make a presentation on his newly published A Lutheran Catechism: Understanding Church Music in the Lutheran Tradition. His presentation will begin at 10 a.m. and will be followed by a Communion Service and luncheon. Participants will receive complimentary copies of his booklet. The event is open to the public. Pre-registration is appreciated by calling 708-349-0431 or emailing Julie@Christlutheranorland.com  
The Reformation at 500: An Interdenominational Conversation
In recognition of the Reformation’s 500th anniversary in 2017, Concordia University Chicago will host “The Reformation at 500: An Interdenominational Conversation” on Monday, October 30, at 7:30 p.m., in the Chapel of Our Lord. Panelists at this free public event will be Cardinal Blase J. Cupich of the Archdiocese of Chicago; Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison, president of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod; and Rev. Dr. Philip Ryken, president of Wheaton College (IL). Manya Brachear Pashman, religion correspondent for the Chicago Tribune, will serve as moderator.

Registration for the event is required at CUChicago.edu/reformation. The panel discussion will also be livestreamed on the Concordia University Chicago website at CUChicago.edu/live.
NID Retired Church Workers Luncheon
Invitations have been mailed for the NID Retired Workers Luncheon to all retired commissioned and ordained church workers in the LCMS Northern Illinois District. The luncheon will be held Tuesday, October 3, 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 405 S Rush, Roselle.
In order that we might plan for you, please RSVP by Tuesday, September 26. If you have questions, email Ronda.Wilmot@nidlcms.org or call 708-223-3010, or Judy.Wolf@nidlcms.org or call 708-223-3112.
Latin American Food Festival
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Vida y Fe, 1111 Van Street, Elgin, will be hosting a Latin American Food Festival, Saturday, September 16, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Print flyer For information call 847-628-6114 or visit vidayfe-elgin.org
Lutherans For Life Regional Conferences
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Online registration and hotel information is available for the 2017 LFL Regional Conferences.
Themed Hope for Life, area conferences are being held at
  • Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Concordia Theological Seminary, September 16, 2017
  • Pekin, Illinois, St. John’s Lutheran Church, November 11, 2017
For additional information and to register visit www.lutheransforlife.org/conference.
2017 South Region Pastors Conference
Monday-Wednesday, September 25-27, 2017; Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center, Utica, Illinois

All conference information is available at nidlcms.org/pastor-conferences.
Doxology: Demons and the Ministry of Deliverance
The goal of this Spotlight held September 25 and 26, at Chiara Center, Springfield, is to equip pastors to exercise the ministry of deliverance confidently as a normal part of the life and mission of a congregation.
The focus will be on the extraordinary ministry of deliverance in severe cases of demonization. For complete information, and to register, visit doxology.us/events/spotlight-on-demons-and-the-ministry-of-deliverance.
Luther’s Teaching on Christ and Why It Matters
On Sunday, October 15, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 24 W 34th Place, Steger, will host Pr. Aaron Moldenhauer of Zion, Beecher, who will present “Luther’s Teaching on Christ and Why It Matters.” Evening Prayer is at 4 p.m. with dinner and Pr. Moldenhauer’s presentation to follow. Please RSVP for dinner purposes by October 8 to 708-754-2345 or email Rev. Craig Meissner
Youth Gathering Webinar
Join Gathering Theological Advisor, Rev. Dr. Joel Lehenbauer, Wednesday October 18, 12 p.m., for a conversation around his paper: Songs of Sinners, Songs of Saints: Songs of a Real and Present God. The paper sets the theological and Biblical focus for the 2019 Gathering theme: Real. Present. God. The paper will be available as a resource to adult leaders and youth alike.  Register for this free webinar.
NID Parish Nurse Fall Conference
The fall conference will be held Saturday, October 21, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 7214 Cass Avenue, Darien.
The theme, Ministering to an Aging Congregation” will include presentations on estate and health planning, addressing pain, maximizing the ability to stay healthy, accessing community resources, organ and tissue donation, and medication-related concerns.

Registration should be made to Kim Greg or 630-854-9299. Fee is $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Lunch is included. Parish nurses and other nurses would benefit and are welcome to attend.

This activity has been approved by the Ohio Nurses Association (OBN-001-91) as approved by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Contact hours will be awarded for attending the full day.
59th Convention of the District - Deadlines Approaching
The convention is Friday and Saturday, March 9-10, 2018, at Concordia University Chicago, 7400 Augusta Street, River Forest.

September 30, 2017, is the deadline for all nominations and overtures.
September 30, 2017 is the date requested for all delegate selections to be completed.

All information and forms are available at nidlcms.org/convention .
Family Fun Night
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St. John Lutheran Church, 7214 South Cass Avenue, Darien, will host a Family Fun Night on Sunday, September 10, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Admission is free.

The event will feature Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles LIVE Show at 4:00 p.m. Call 630-969-7987 or go to sjlcdarien.org/events/family-fun-night.html to register online by September 5.
Back to the Pipes Benefit
Join Jehovah El Buen Pastor Lutheran Church, 3740 W. Belden, Chicago, will hold a benefit concert on September 17 at 3 p.m. The concert will feature organists John Michael Jurica, Aaron Doering and Paul Frese, with the Good Sheppard Christian Academy Choir and soloist Katrina Jurica. For information call 773-342-5854. Print flyer
Cemetery Walk
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St. John Lutheran Church Trustees and the Darien Historical Society will jointly sponsor a tour of the St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery located at Clarendon Hills Road and 67th Street in Darien, Saturday, September 16 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Print flyer

For more information, visit sjlcdarien.org/events/cemetery-walk.html.
Fall Festival 2017
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Calling all Crafters
Walcamp has expanded the craft and business Area for this years Fall Festival, Saturday, September 23. If you are interested in showcasing your business, ministry or crafts please complete the vendor application.
Fall Festival
Walcamp's, 32653 Five Points Road, Kingston, annual Fall Festival will be held Saturday, September 23, from Noon to 5 p.m. with a Celebration Worship Service at 5 p.m. Print flyer
Chicago Choral Artist Concert
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First Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church,
1301 N LaSalle Drive, Chicago, will host a first in a series of concerts by the Chicago Choral Artists, Der Schwangesang (Swan Song) by German composer Heinrich Schütz on Saturday, October 7, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available the day of concert for $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $10 for students. Print flyer
Positions Available
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St. John, Darien
Preschool teacher is needed Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. to work with a class of four-year-old children. Print information sheet

Preschool aide for an extended care program is needed on Monday through Friday from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. to supervise three-year old and/or four-year-old children. Print information sheet
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