E-News from Emmanuel Episcopal Church 7/22/21

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EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL CHURCH

203 S. KENSINGTON AVENUE

LA GRANGE, ILLINOIS 60525

(708) 352-1275

(866) 668-2086 (FAX)

www.emmanuel-lagrange.org

July 22, 2021 Emmanuel's E-News

Greetings from

Emmanuel Episcopal Church!

Greetings!

This Sunday is The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost.

This is the longest season of the church year, lasting from Pentecost Day until Advent. The year following Epiphany and Pentecost is called Ordinary Time, and includes no major feasts. But it is a time for learning and reflection. The color of the season is green, symbolizing the life and growth of the church.

The Colors of Pentecost

The sanctuary color for Pentecost Sunday is red, the color of the church. While traditionally red is used only for the Sunday of Pentecost, some churches use red for the Sundays between Easter and Pentecost Sunday. The red symbolizes both the fire of Pentecost as well as the apostles and early followers of Jesus who were gathered in the Upper Room for the empowerment from God to proclaim the Gospel throughout the world.

Some church traditions also use red for Maundy Thursday and All Saints Day or Sunday.

Excerpted from: CRI/Voice, Institute, Dennis Bratcher

Emmanuel COVID-19 Policy

We have decided that the Parish Re-Entry Plan is entirely superseded by the following brief policies, effective immediately:

Masks are no longer required for fully vaccinated individuals.
Socially-distanced seating will be maintained in the rear one-third of the church, but the front two-thirds will be returned to normal and the ropes removed.
People may share the Peace in whatever way is comfortable for them.
The distribution of Communion will continue for now as it is currently being practiced: at stations with disposable cups.

Please click HERE for full details of the new COVID-19 policy.

Worship at Emmanuel

Even in these chaotic times we can gather for worship and fellowship.

Sunday Mornings- 9:15am in-person

Holy Eucharist continues

Our in-person worship will continue on Sundays with one service for now at 9:15am.

Sunday Online options

9:00am to 9:15am- Social time on Zoom
9:15am to 10:00am- In-person worship will follow at Emmanuel
Services will be streamed on Facebook and YouTube
Click HERE for Sunday worship bulletin

Please click on the Pentecost tree for full information

Tuesday and Thursday mornings- Contemplative Prayer (a time of Scripture and quiet prayer)

Beginning at 7:30am. Please join us for a time of centering. Click HERE to join us on Zoom on your computer or tablet.

Thursday Evenings: Compline (night-time calming prayer)

Fellowship and check-in time begins at 7:30pm and prayer begins at 8:00pm. Click HERE to join us on Zoom on your computer or tablet.

Pastoral Note

We will be hosting a memorial service for Carolyn Wilson, who passed away last year during Covid, on Saturday July 24^th at 11:00am.

Emmanuel Pipe Organ Project

Music Notes

Our Casavant 3062 is finally complete.

Organ Fundraising Continues!

Our Casavant 3062 organ was originally designed and built in 1970 for our space and acoustics. Our fundraising will continue when we embark on a new season of fundraising concerts beginning in the fall with our official re-dedication event featuring renowned organist Clive Driskill-Smith. Please visit our websitefor full details of our upcoming programs, or click on the photo for the Concert Flyer.

UPDATE: POP Dedication Plaques

Please click on the plaque at left to review the POP recognition plaque arrangement/wording. If we have misspelled your name, or omitted your dedication or if you have any suggestions please call Judy in the office (708) 352-1275 or email admin@eeclg.org Once finalized, we will have the plaques engraved and in situ ready for unveiling at our September re-dedication Clive Driskill-Smith event. We also have the dedicated David Clark plaque which we are in consultation with Diane. Paper versions are on the hall table for you also.

Thank you!

Garage Sale

We are pleased to announce that Emmanuel will again be having our garage sale on Friday and Saturday August 27^th & 28^th. We will need volunteers to work the sale, help with set up and packing up afterwards. The garage sale has always been a great contributor to the parish budget and a fun time to work together as a community.

We are now accepting donations which can be brought to the church and put in the classroom off of Memorial Hall. All large donations need to be discussed and approved by Penny Longo ((708) 275-5028) before dropping off.

We encourage the following donations: Furniture in good condition, good quality housewares, working appliances, yard tools, rugs, puzzles, games, books, jewelry, linens, bikes, toys, tools, crafts and holiday decorations.

This year we are not accepting: Plush animals, clothes, shoes, sets of china, dolls, ice skates, sports shoes of any kind, helmets, skis, entertainment centers, TVs, stereo equipment, and large bookcases.

Thank you, in advance, for your support of this important Emmanuel Ministry. Please contact Penny Longo with any questions.

Thank you!

Summer 2021- UPDATE

The administration and church office will be closed from Saturday, July 24th until Wednesday, August 4th.

If you need pastoral care please use the telephone numbers below:

Deacon Bill Rimkus (708) 705-5383

The Rev. David Jackson (810) 357-1019

If you need to deliver items for the Garage Sale, Clarence's hours are Mon, Wed, Fri 8 am-12 pm and Saturdays 8 am-4 pm.

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Wishing the following a

very Happy Birthday

for this week in July:

Devin B, Zoey B, Lisa E, Hendrick N

Saint of the Week:

Mary Magdalene, First Witness of the Resurrection

22 July NT

Mary Magdalene is mentioned in the Gospels as being among the women of Galilee who followed Jesus and His disciples, and who was present at His Crucifixion and Burial, and who went to the tomb on Easter Sunday to annoint His body. She was the first to see the Risen Lord, and to announce His Resurrection to the apostles. Accordingly, she is referred to in early Christian writings as "the apostle to the apostles."

Mary Magdalene, Mary of Bethany (sister of Martha and Lazarus), and the unnamed penitent woman who annointed Jesus's feet (Luke 7:36-48) are sometimes supposed to be the same woman. From this, plus the statement that Jesus had cast seven demons out of her (Luke 8:2), has risen the tradition that she had been a prostitute before she met Jesus.

Because of the assumption that Mary Magdalene had been a spectacular sinner, and also perhaps because she is described as weeping at the tomb of Jesus on the Resurrection morning, she is often portrayed in art as weeping, or with eyes red from having wept. From this appearance we derive the English word "maudlin", meaning "effusively or tearfully sentimental." There is a Magdalen College at Oxford, and a Magdalene College at Cambridge (different spelling), both pronounced "Maudlin."

PRAYER:

Almighty God, whose blessed Son restored Mary Magdalene to health of body and mind, and called her to be a witness of his resurrection: Mercifully grant that by thy grace we may be healed of all our infirmities and know thee in the power of his endless life; who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and reigneth, one God, now and for ever.

Source: Justus.anglican.org

Regular Vestry Meeting August 17th

Listen to Emmanuel Sunday Sermons Online

If you were truly inspired by any of the sermons you hear, don't forget you can listen again to the sermons from Emmanuel. They are normally available on our website within a few days of the Sunday service.

Short Takes

Send us your news! We would like to celebrate your and your family's achievements. Did your child get into the college he/she wanted? Did they make the honor roll? Are they performing in a concert or play? How about a work promotion or achievement for you or your spouse? Let us know so your church family can celebrate with you.

Vestry Minutes

Click on the dates below to view the minutes of the respective Vestry meeting:

July- No meeting

Special Meeting May 10, 2020

April 21, 2020

7:30 Tuesday and Thursday mornings on Zoom.

Click on the graphic to join us.

Emmanuel Weekly Schedule

Tuesday

7:30 am- Contemplation & Meditation

Thursday

7:30 am- Contemplation & Meditation

Thursday

8:00 pm- Compline

Sunday

9:15 am- Said Mass Rite II

Planning an Event?

All event dates MUST be sent to the Parish Administrator so that they can be entered on the website calendar.

This is the master calendar.

If you are planning an event, click on the calendar graphic to find out if your event conflicts with other activities.

Compline takes place on Zoom at 8:00pm Thursday. Why not click on the candles and join us tonight for this brief lovely service?

Who is ready for some live music in the park?

Grab a blanket or a lawn chair and head to Ridgewood Park, Western Springs, on Saturday, the 31st of July. Ravinia in Ridgewood is back and better than ever!

Emmanuel is represented in 2 groups that will perform 45 minute sessions each. LaGrange Rock N’ Roll favorite El Rando with members Jamie Workman, Dan Mottl, and Ron Throckmorton go on the stage at approximately 4:30, and the debut of The Sunday Hustle, a new Funk band with our George Tarasuk on keys immediately following!!! The event starts at 2:00 so arrive early for the best seats. It’s a family friendly event and it’s FREE!

Ridgewood Park is located just south of 55th street and just west of Wolf road at 5530 Grand Ave. See you there!

Dog Training

Deborah Plowman of Dog Training by Deborah, will be using the church lawn on Saturdays for the upcoming dog obedience classes.

Please contact Deborah directly for her next session availability. Proof of current (dog) vaccinations are required. Social distancing may be required. Cost for the 4-week course is $150.00. (*$125.00 for Emmanuel Episcopal Church members) 4 dogs max per class.

Deborah Plowman

Dog Training by Deborah

Positive reinforcement trainer

All classes are on-leash and proof of vaccinations are required.
Social distancing may be required.
No prong or choker collars and no retractable leashes in class, please
Discount available for Emmanuel Church members

Contact the trainer (Deborah Plowman) with any questions or to register for a class or workshop. Call or text (630) 828-6773 or email DTbyDeborah@gmail.com.