GLC - - - Connects!
May 27, 2021
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GUIDELINES UPDATE
Let us lead with love for one another,
as Christ led with love for us.
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Vicar Amber's Sunday Message
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"They Said No"
by Lisle Gwynn Garrity
A Sanctified Art LLC | sanctifiedart.org
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This week, we launch into the “Faces of Our Faith” series with two women (Shiphrah and Puah) that are difficult to measure up to. They show great courage in the face of tyranny, choosing to live into their life-assisting calling as midwives rather than obey the life-ending commands of a king. We may not know what it is like to make such a choice, but their example shows us how faithfulness toward God can mean opposition to the world in order to encourage life rather than destroy it.
Life-Giving God, following You is not always easy to do. Give us faith that endures in the face of evil so we may trust You and live into Your calling for us in this world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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After worship:
10:15 am Outdoor Communion
(on the front lawn or under the canopy)
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Sunday School
There's no YouTube or in-person Sunday School this weekend. Starting June 13 @ 10:15 am, we'll be offering in-person, multi-age Sunday School on alternating Sundays throughout the summer! Check the church calendar for more dates!
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VACATION BIBLE CAMP
Monday, August 2—Friday, August 6
Registration Continues!
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At GLC, we offer a Vacation Bible CAMP experience! Our camp counselors lead campers in Bible stories, games, songs, skits, and crafts. Full-day camp is offered for students entering 1st-5th grades, and mini-camps are offered for students entering preschool and kindergarten.
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- All those with COVID-19
- Continued patience during this time
- Clarity on issues surrounding COVID
- Grace for re-entry as restrictions are lifted
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- For comfort and strength for those continuing to struggle with loss and grief
- Thanksgiving for signs of new life
- Gratitude for those able to reunite with loved ones
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Prayer List
(630) 232-0165 to add a name to the prayer list. Submitted names will remain on the list for two weeks.
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GLC Prayer Chain
A confidential phone network ministry that intercedes on behalf of those in need by lifting up specific requests, concerns, and emergency situations. Please call Sally Harmon (630) 377-0021 to request prayer.
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June Worship
We're back to 3 services!
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June Worship
New schedule begins Saturday, June 5
- Saturday @ 5:00 pm in the Sanctuary
- Sunday @ 9:00 am under the tent on the front lawn
- Sunday @ 10:30 am in the Sanctuary and also livestreamed
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How does my church relate to other churches?
There are many ways to answer this question. Locally, we partner with St. Andrew to help with the flourishing of their food distribution ministry. We have utilized our vicar to provide some pulpit supply to local congregations that need support. Some of you may also remember the worships and conversations we have shared in with St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Geneva. Denominationally, the ELCA has full communion partnerships with numerous other protestant denominations (Presbyterians, Methodists, Episcopalians, UCC, and still others). There is always room to grow more fully into the Body of Christ by creating new partnerships, so we will continue to ponder how God continues to lead us in the future.
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Mother's Garden Bricks
Commemorate a loved one, mark a celebration or proclaim God's goodness! You can now order a personalized brick for the Mother's Garden walkway. Engraved bricks are priced @ $30 each with an order deadline of June 30.
3 ways to order:
- Pick up an order form and payment envelope in the Narthex.
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Download the order form, print and return to the office with payment.
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Contact Lisa Kanzler or call 630-232-0165 to request an order form.
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Generous Life in Christ - Mission Impact Teams - Summer 2021
We'll be kicking off our Mission Impact Teams at a meeting on Tuesday, June 8 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. It will also be livestreamed on YouTube. You will learn how this idea grew, what the steps are and how you can be a part! Questions? Contact Pastor Trudy
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More opportunities to serve at St. Andrew
Friday afternoon work events scheduled
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We're looking for volunteers to help with the work GLC is doing weekly on Fridays at St. Andrew Lutheran Church to help make their Saturday food distributions swift and efficient.
We are so happy to be able to invite more into this work group! All ages— 5th grade and older— are welcome to sign up. Note: be prepared to work hard as it is often not known what additional work must be done each Friday! Our first work event is scheduled for June 4.
Masks are required; gloves and hand sanitizer will be provided. New volunteers may sign up for lead slots after they are trained their first 'worker' day.
For more information and to sign up, visit our SignUpGenius page or email Julie with questions.
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Worship for 65 and older
Thursday, May 27 @ 1 pm
In the Sanctuary
Bible Study: Big Words of the Bible
Thursday, June 3 @ 9:30 am
In Fellowship Hall
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Discussion Group: Big Words of the Bible
Thursday, June 3 @ 7 pm
Northern Illinois Food Packing
Tuesday, June 1 @ 9 am
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We welcome Lucas Roberts, son of Dana & Michael Roberts who joined us through the waters of baptism last Sunday. Congratulations! |
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Mother's Garden Beauty. We so appreciate the hard work and dedication of those who tend to this garden. |
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GLC's former Vicar, Denise Rode, was ordained on Saturday, May 22 at First Lutheran Church in DeKalb. Watch her ordination service
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Send pictures of how you are living your #generouslifeinChrist to Margo. Thank you!
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