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Joining Us for Two Years on September 5
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As is mentioned in a summer update letter from Shannon Kershner--a letter mailed to the congregation at the end of this week and arriving in your mailbox in the days ahead--a Minister for Evangelism will be joining our pastoral staff in the weeks ahead.
We are pleased to announce that the person filling that role, beginning September 5, will be Alex Wirth.
This will be a two-year position, at the end of which we will search for an Associate Pastor for Evangelism. Intentionally, Alex will not be eligible to be called to that Associate Pastor role: that will give him more flexibility over the next two years to help us think creatively about how we might configure that position going forward and what it means to be a member of Fourth Church.
Alex--who comes to us from Lakeview Presbyterian Church and is also the son and husband of Presbyterian pastors--is excited about this opportunity, as are we!
Alex will also be the primary pastoral presence at our weekly Jazz at Four worship service, and we look forward to that as well.
As Alex takes on several of the responsibilities previously held by Hardy Kim, one piece of Hardy's portfolio--that of serving as the primary staff resource for Young Adults--will be taken on by Abbi Heimach-Snipes, our current Pastoral Resident. Abbi has been integrally involved with young adults at Fourth Church since she arrived last August, and so this is a natural connection for her to maintain and grow.
Please join us next month in welcoming Alex into ministry with us!
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Family Worship Bulletins Available
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Sunday School does not meet again until the Children, Youth, and Family Fall Kickoff on September 10, and so we are particularly pleased to welcome children and youth to worship this month.
Parents, be sure to take advantage of the special family worship bulletins available from the ushers at the 9:30 and 11:00 services. These bulletins help children follow along during the service, offer explanations of worship elements, provide scripture-based activities, and prompt family discussion afterwards through questions posed.
We hope all worshipers will join us
in greeting and making feel at home these youngest members of our church family!
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August 12 at the Urban Farm
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Harvest season is well underway at the Chicago Lights Urban Farm! Check out what's growing while enjoying grilled fare--including fresh ingredients harvested from the Farm--at the annual August cookout next Saturday noon, August 12.
While you're there, take a tour of the Farm, listen to live music, and stop by our Farmstand. There will be a variety of greens, herbs, and other fresh veggies available for purchase.
This cookout is free and open to the public, so bring your friends and join us in celebrating summer next Saturday!
Time:
Saturday, August 12
12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Place:
Chicago Lights Urban Farm
444 W. Chicago Ave.
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Jazz at Four by the Fountain
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We are taking our weekly Jazz at Four communion service outdoors to the Michigan Avenue courtyard next Sunday afternoon, August 13!
Save the date and come be part of worship by the fountain, enjoy the music of the Lucy Smith Quartet, and share fellowship with other worshipers while surrounded by summer's beauty.
Time:
Sunday, August 13
4:00 p.m.
Place:
Michigan Avenue Courtyard
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"We Play Together"
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For Children 18-24 Months and Their Parents
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Parents of children ages 18 to 24 months (by September 1), come connect with your child in an interactive environment specifically designed for young children!
The Fourth Church Day School is offering a new opportunity to do that beginning this September. "We Play Together" provides a weekly time to enjoy free-play activities, songs, and stories led by an early childhood professional, Miss Meg. It's also a great occasion for meeting other families.
Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m., September through June.
Enrollment is limited. For details or to enroll, contact Kathy Hager (312.640.2579;
khager@fourthchurch.org).
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Youth Shareholders Report
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Come Hear about Cuba, Detroit, and Montreat
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Next Sunday, August 13 we will hold our annual Youth Shareholders Meeting.
All who have supported the youth's summer trips to Cuba, Detroit, and Montreat are encouraged to come hear the students share their experience. A light lunch will be served.
All who plan to attend are asked to RSVP to
Rocky Supinger.
Time:
Sunday, August 13
12:30 p.m.
Place:
Borwell Dining Room
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Grief Support Group
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A Replogle Center Offering
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If you are dealing with grief or loss--or know someone who is--we encourage you to learn more about the Grief Support Group facilitated by the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being.
Offered at various times throughout the year, the group is professionally led by two experienced counselors--Maureen Garvey, L.C.P.C., and Mary Jo Hubick, L.C.P.C.--and provides support and education.
The group meets on Monday evenings for four to six consecutive weekly sessions and is offered--free of charge--approximately five times a year (based on interest, as a minimum of six people is needed to start a group). The next group will begin on Monday, August 14. Names are also being collected for future groups.
Although there is no charge to participate, preregistration is required.
For more information or to express interest in participating, please call the Center at 312.787.8425.
Time:
Mondays,
August 14, 21, and 28
September 11, 18, and 25
7:00 to 8:15 p.m.
Preregistration required; call 312.787.8425
Place:
Boyle Conference Room
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Worship This Week
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8:00 a.m.
Communion
Judith L. Watt,
Associate Pastor
9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Communion
Judith L. Watt,
Associate Pastor
4:00 p.m.
Jazz Communion
Nanette Sawyer,
Minister for Congregational Life
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Concerts at Fourth Church
All concerts are free unless ticket information is noted.
Bring your lunch and join us for free outdoor concerts on upcoming summer Fridays!
Friday, August 11, 2017
Laura Freeman
12:10 p.m. in the
Michigan Avenue courtyard
Friday, August 18, 2017
Claudia Hommel
12:10 p.m. in the
Michigan Avenue courtyard
Friday, August 25, 2017
Elaine Dame
12:10 p.m. in the
Michigan Avenue courtyard
A complete concert schedule is available online.
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Volunteer at Fourth Church
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There are several ways to get involved in the mission and ministry of Fourth Church. See below for just some of the details!
Current Volunteer Needs
School Supply Backpack distributors to hand out backpacks at the Urban Farm (444 W. Chicago) on Saturday, August 12
Cookout volunteers to assist with the Chicago Lights Urban Farm Community Cookout on Saturday, August 12; shifts begin at 10:00 a.m. and continue through 3:00 p.m.
Urban Farm volunteers on Saturdays during open volunteer hours, 12:00 to 3:00 p.m., at the Farm (444 W. Chicago)
Unless otherwise noted, to sign up for volunteer opportunities or to learn more about them--as well as additional volunteer opportunities--stop by Coffee Hour on Sunday morning or email Robert Crouch, Director of Volunteer Ministry.
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