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1650 W. Foster Ave., Chicago IL
(773) 561-8496
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Vine Dresser and the Fig Tree
James Tissot, c.1886
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The warnings are plentiful and blunt on the third Sunday in Lent. Lent is a season of repentance. Cut it out or get cut down! The warnings are accompanied by God’s invitation to attentiveness: “Incline your ear, and come to me; listen, so that you may live.” The landowner’s ultimatum is forestalled by the gardener’s readiness to till the ground one more year. That is good news for all of us. Thanks be to God!
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See you Sunday!
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Morning Prayer:
God of wilderness and water, your Son was baptized and tempted as we are. Guide us through this season, that we may not avoid struggle, but open ourselves to blessing, through the cleansing depths of repentance and the heaven-rending words of the Spirit. Amen.
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Evening Prayer:
God of infinite goodness, throughout the ages you have persevered in claiming and reclaiming your people. Renew for us your call to repentance, surround us with witnesses to aid us in our journey, and grant us the time to fashion our lives anew, through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.
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Prayer with Children:
Dear Jesus,
Thank you that you are a generous God and that you give us so many good things. We are sorry that we are not always generous with others. Please help us this week to be kind, to do our very best, and to be generous when we are helping others. Amen.
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In our prayers:
Susan, Lili, Gloria, Monroe, John and Sharon, Jennifer, Chuck, Bill, Howard, Jody, Barbara, Dick, Ashley, Debbie, Eric, Charlie, Barbara, Dan, Airreylle, Belita, Eileen, Wesley, Jack, Dave, Velda, Paul, Ina, Those still hospitalized from the attack in New Zealand
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We 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
.
Barbara Ketter, who is recovering from surgery
For Ashley
For Jack
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This Week's Commemorations
Oscar Arnulfo Romero, Bishop of El Salvador, martyr, died 1980
Sunday, March 24, 2019
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.
Annunciation of Our Lord
Monday, March 25, 2019
Nine months before Christmas we celebrate the annunciation, in which the angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would give birth to the Son of God. The ancient church believed that this was also the date of the world's creation and of Jesus' death on the cross.
Hans Nielsen Hauge, renewer of the church, died 1824
Friday, March 29, 2019
Hauge was a layperson who wished to revitalize the church in Norway. As a result of a mystical experience, he felt called to preach. Many professionals in the church feared his motives and influence, and he was imprisoned for leading unauthorized gatherings.
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Community Hour at Ebenezer
Sundays from 11:15 – 12:15 a.m. downstairs in the Education Center.
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March 24: What is Theodicy?
Join Pastor Michael as he invites the group into the oldest of dilemma's: If God is good, then why does evil exist? And if evil exists, how good, or even real, can God be?Through the lenses of various thinkers, we'l delve into the mystery of faith in a hurting world.
Special Lenten Bible Study series with Mark Hicks: The Cast of Characters.
As Lent and Easter approach, we are offering a five week Bible Study Class to learn about many of the people involved in the betrayal, trial and crucifixion of Jesus. Based on readings from the four gospels we will learn about many involved in those processes such as: the Roman Legion at Caesarea, Annas, Caiaphas, Malthus, Peter, the Two thieves, John, the Maid at the warming fire, the Temple police, Pontius Pilate and his wife, Herod Antipas, Pharisees, Sadducees, Zealots, Herodians, etc. Join us to explore all the many moving parts in this holy story.
The series begins Sunday, March 17 during community hour.
March 31: Meetinghouse Sunday. Ebenezer groups, teams, and committees are encourages to meet during community hour on March 31.
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Outreach Committee
The Outreach Committee will be holding it’s first meeting on Sunday, March 31 during the community hour. This committee will be responsible for coordinating activities like the Fun Fair and Andersonville Midsommarfest. We will also be looking at ways to raise awareness about the church in the community we serve, via our website, banners, fliers, etc. If you have ideas on how we can build a greater outreach and/or improve our marketing materials, please plan on attending this meeting!
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Lent Evening Prayer
We will gather for song, silence, reflection, scripture, and poetry, using the Holden Evening Prayer setting, on March 13, 20, and 27; and, April 3 and 10 at 7:00 p.m. Please join us!
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Women's Book Group
Women's Book Group
meets at 7:00 p.m. in the Education Center Cafe. Come join the conversation!
April 15:
The Japanese Lover
by Isabelle Allende
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E.C.T. (Edgewater Congregations Together) Young Adults Group
Young adults (18 years old through mid-20s) from Unity, Ebenezer, and Immanuel Lutheran churches, as well as others from the community, will be gathering once a month for social events, service projects, and faith and life discussions.
Our next event will take place on Sunday, Feb. 24 from 4:30-8pm at Pastor Emily's house.
We will gather for dinner, games and to check in with and get to know one another.
If you are a young adult and would like to connect with other young adults in the area, please contact Pastor Emily Heitzman at
pastoremilyh@gmail.com
to learn how you can get involved and/or to sign up for the February event.
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Edgewater Congregations Together Youth Group
Edgewater Congregations Together Youth Group meets
at Immanuel Lutheran Church (1500 W. Elmdale Ave.)
2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month
Dinner - 6:15 pm; Program - 7:00-8:30 pm; Free Time - 8:30-9:00 pm
Edgewater Congregations Together Youth Group consists of youth in grades 6th-12th 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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Ebenezer Refugee Support
Ebenezer’s support group works with newly arrived refugees in the Rogers Park and Edgewater area. Sponsoring agencies offer a minimum of initial help when families first arrive. Ebenezer’s group works to fill the gap until families are self-supporting. To see a list of items needed and sign up to donate them, click
here.
Check back periodically. The list is updated as families’ needs change. Cash donations can be made out to Ebenezer Lutheran Church with the notation of Refugee Fund on the memo line. Questions can be directed to
Jackie Wood
or text at 773-484-3923. or call
Norm Dynneson
at 773-218-8729
To learn more, visit the Facebook Page for the group
here. Or, contact
Norm D.
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Small Groups at Ebenezer
Are you interested in learning more about the Small Group ministry at Ebenezer? Current members of the small groups gather…
- To get to know one another and become a caring community.
- To support one another through listening, sharing, praying, and being present to one another.
- To discover meaning in God’s word and apply it to our lives.
- To enjoy one another’s uniqueness and take responsibility for our own adventure in Christian growth.
We are happy to announce a fourth small group that will meet on a week day morning determined by the group.
If you are interested in making a commitment or learning more please contact Bev, Darlene, Janet, or Pastor Michael:
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Esprit:
A Support Group for People Recovering or Supporting Others with Mental Health Issues
Esprit welcomes anyone affected by mental illness and makes available a spiritual circle to share, listen, learn, be heard and renewed.
MONTHLY gatherings are 2nd and 4th Thursdays 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
October 11, 2018-May 23rd, 2019
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Community and Announcements
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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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Regular Winter Office Hours
Monday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday 10:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 10:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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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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