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Celebrating the Heritage of Our Faith
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This weekend we mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation as we celebrate Reformation Sunday, a day when we recall the rich heritage of the Protestant tradition.
The Presbyterian Church (USA) grew out of the Reformation of the sixteenth century under leaders such as John Calvin and John Knox. It was 500 years ago this coming week, on October 31, 1517, that Martin Luther posted his ninety-five theses on the church door in Wittenberg, Germany, the watershed event sparking the Reformation.
Reformation Day is also a day when we remember and give thanks for Reformation leaders and all others who have kept the faith.
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Commitment Sunday: October 29
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This Sunday is also Commitment Sunday for the 2018 Annual Appeal for Fourth Presbyterian Church and Chicago Lights, a day when we celebrate all we are able to do together through our generous response to God's blessings in our lives.
On Sunday we will place our 2018 pledges in the offering plate and dedicate them to the work of God's kingdom. During worship this Sunday, if you have already submitted your pledge or made it online, please take a brightly colored "I Pledged!" card from the pew information pad at the end of each pew, fill in your name, and place the card in the offering plate.
Please join us in recommitting ourselves to actively participating in God's re-creating and reconciling work in this world.
The names of those who have made pledges to the 2018 Annual Appeal for Fourth Church and Chicago Lights will be printed, as part of our gratitude expressions, in the November 12 bulletin. If you would prefer to remain anonymous, please call Andrea Miller at 312.640.2576.
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Doors for Posting Hopes and Prayers
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Stop by the Commons This Sunday
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Five hundred years ago, Martin Luther posted his hopes for the church on the doors of the Wittenberg Castle church and the Protestant Reformation began.
This Sunday, we invite you to post--on specially constructed doors displayed in the Commons--your hopes and prayers for the Church of Jesus Christ in this new century of Christian faith.
The doors will be on display--and available for posting more prayers--in the Allison Library throughout the coming week
Time:
Sunday, October 29
Throughout the day
Place:
Gignilliat Commons
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A Candlelit Service in Buchanan Chapel
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Take time for reflection this evening when we gather for a worship service in the style of
Taiz
é at 7:30 p.m. in Buchanan Chapel.
This candlelit Taizé service provides an opportunity to gather in a contemplative, prayerful setting at the end of a busy week. Candles; easy-to-learn songs from various countries, traditions, and languages; and a period of silence all contribute to a time to reflect and to open oneself to God
Prior to the service there will be opportunity to walk a labyrinth in Anderson Hall between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m.
Time:
Friday, October 27
6:00 to 7:30 p.m. labyrinth walk
7:30 p.m.
Taizé service
Place:
Anderson Hall (labyrinth walk)
Buchanan Chapel (Taizé service)
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A Sermon Conversation
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Join Us during 10:30 and 12:00 Coffee Hour
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Join Nanette Sawyer this Sunday following 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship for conversation about the morning's sermon. Come ask questions, share reflections, take part in discussion, and enjoy fellowship with fellow worshipers.
Time:
Sunday, October 29
10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Place:
Page Smith Room
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New Senior Associate Pastor
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We are delighted to share that this past Sunday the congregation of Fourth Church unanimously elected Lucy Forster-Smith to serve as our new Senior Associate Pastor for Leadership Development and Adult Education. We look forward to Lucy joining us in January!
You can read more about Lucy here.
To those who served on the Nominating Committee--Allison Youngblood, Chair; John Borovicka, Lesley Conzelman, Cary Donham, Arlene Faulk, Elizabeth Foster, and Cornell Wilson--thank you for your dedication, time, and effort in recommending Lucy to us!
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Reflections and Ghost Ranch Plans
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This past summer, a group from Fourth Church traveled to Iona, Scotland, on a spiritual pilgrimage. This Sunday, come hear them share their reflections on their journey.
You will also have opportunity to learn about plans for a pilgrimage to Ghost Ranch, in New Mexico, in 2018.
Time:
Sunday, October 29
12:30 p.m.
Place:
Borwell Dining Room
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Join the 2018 Chicago Lights Marathon Team! Team slots are now open and being awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Bank of America Chicago Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 7 next year.
Returning Team Chicago Lights runners will receive a $100 fundraising credit toward their $1,000 goal. If you refer a friend, you will get another $100 credit
Contact Kate Solis Silva for details.
To all who were part of the 2017 team and to those who supported them, thank you for raising nearly $80,000 to support Chicago Lights
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Worship This Week
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Reformation Sunday, October 29, 2017
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8:00 a.m.
Communion
Matt Helms,
Associate Pastor
9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Shannon J. Kershner,
Pastor
4:00 p.m.
Jazz Communion
Abbi Heimach-Snipes,
Pastoral Resident
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Passages
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Marriage
We give thanks to God for the gift of life together.
Emily Simpson Meador and Maxime Dylan Van Bel
October 22, 2017
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Concerts at Fourth Church
All concerts are free unless ticket information is noted.
Friday, October 27
John W. W. Sherer, organist
12:10 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Friday, November 3
Alisa Jordheim, soprano
Yana Reznik, piano
12:10 p.m. in Buchanan Chapel
Sunday, November 5
A Service of Remembrance sung by the Morning Choir
Featuring John Rutter's
Requiem
6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Friday, November 10
Andrew Sords, violinist
12:10 p.m. in Buchanan Chapel
The Fourth Church Choral Society and Camerata Chicago
conducted by Drostan Hall
Featuring
Zadok the Priest by Georg Frideric Handel
Magnificat by Johann Sebastian Bach
Gloria by Antonio Vivaldi
7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Tickets available at the door (use code FPCC for a 50 percent discount)
Friday, November 17
Thom Gouwens, organist
12:10 p.m. in the Sanctuary
The Andrew Pipe Organ Second Anniversary Concert
Jan Kraybill, organ
Featuring Jan Kraybill's transcription from Saint-Saëns'
"Organ" Symphony
7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Freewill offering at the door
A complete concert schedule is available online.
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Volunteer and Donation Needs
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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 Donation Needs
Men's pants
for guests of the Chicago Lights Elam Davies Social Service Center
Large paper grocery bags for use in the Social Service Center Food Pantry
Current Volunteer Needs
Individuals to staff the Book Nook during the 12:00 p.m. Coffee Hour
Tutors one evening a week at the church; orientation will be offered this Thursday
Volunteers to help with Fair Trade Bazaar setup or takedown (December 1 and 3); for details, email Nancy Davis
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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