What’s coming up on the church
calendar? Among other things—
- Vicky Curtiss leading discussion of Matthew 5 during the “Foundation of Faith” Bible study this Sunday morning, February 16
- Reggie Williams talking about “The Impact of Race on Competing Christian Narratives” during this Sunday’s February 16 class on “Black History: Impact on Our Faith Traditions”
- A Sunday morning class on Barbara Brown Taylor’s “Holy Envy: Finding God in the Faith of Others” beginning Sunday morning, February 23 and led by Lucy Forster-Smith; participants are encouraged to read the book in advance
These are just some of the many opportunities you will find on our
calendar, which is easily accessible from the home page of our website.
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Sixth Sunday after Epiphany, February 16
8:00 a.m. Communion
Vicky Curtiss preaching
9:30 a.m.
Shannon Kershner preaching
11:00 a.m. Reception of New Members
Shannon Kershner preaching
4:00 p.m. Jazz Communion
Joe Morrow preaching
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Applications for our next fifty-hour Stephen Ministry training class—which will begin in March—are due next Friday, February 21.
If you have gifts for compassionate listening and feel called to be present with and pray for individuals experiencing challenging times, we encourage you to consider becoming a Stephen Minister.
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This Lent the Spiritual Formation Council invites you to join them for their annual “Path of Discipleship,” a six-week Lenten series that offers opportunity to deepen our faith journey as disciples of Jesus Christ.
This year the series focus will be the book
Entering the Passion of Jesus by Amy Jill-Levine.
Led by the associate pastors, the study and shared meal will take place on Tuesday evenings.
Tuesdays, March 3–April 7
6:00–8:00 p.m.
(dinner included)
Cost: $65 to cover meals
(some scholarship assistance is available)
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Ash Wednesday Worship
Wednesday, February 26
12:10 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
To begin our Lenten journey, we will gather for worship on Ash Wednesday. Shannon Kershner will preach at both services, which will include Communion and the opportunity to receive the imposition of ashes.
Ashes on the Way
Wednesday, February 26
7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The imposition of ashes will also be available in the Narthex and outside the Sanctuary throughout the day. This is offered for those in our community who are unable to be with us for worship but who find the ashes to be a meaningful way to mark the beginning of this season of repentance and reflection.
Lenten Devotions
Beginning Wednesday, February 26
A resource for prayer and reflection, the Lenten devotions will be available through five different means beginning on Ash Wednesday.
In print (in the church literature racks)
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Thank you to all who were present for our 150th Annual Meeting this past Sunday, at which we elected new officers to begin three-year terms later this spring.
The names of these
new officers, who will be ordained and installed in May, are
posted online. As you see these individuals around the church in the days and weeks ahead, please join us in extending congratulations and gratitude for their willingness to serve.
Thank you also to the Nominating Committee for working through all the names suggested by you the congregation and for recommending the final slate of candidates!
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The Gala of Hope is fast approaching!
If you haven’t yet reserved your tickets for this fun and festive benefit in support of Chicago Lights—the community outreach arm of Fourth Church—and the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being, why not do so today.
Reserve your tickets online—or get them at Coffee Hour this Sunday—and plan to join us on Friday, March 6 for an evening of fun that makes a difference in the lives of so many!
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Are you looking for ways to connect with others at Fourth Church?
There are a variety of opportunities to do so this month, including—
Men’s Bible Study, on Tuesday, February 18 at 7:30 a.m. in the Loop; email
Anne Ellis for details.
Benevolent Guild, a time to craft items for children and infants in hospitals and shelters (no sewing experience required!), on Wednesdays, February 19 and 26 at 9:30 a.m.
Winter Carnival Family Night, an evening that begins with a shared meal and continues with a bounce house and other carnival games in Anderson Hall, on Friday, February 21 at 5:30 p.m.
LGBTQIA Brunch, on Sunday, February 23 at 12:30 p.m.; meet at the church reception desk at 12:15 p.m.
Knitting and Crocheting, a monthly time for fellowship as well as dropping off completed items for families in shelters, hospitals, and nursing homes, on Tuesday, February 25 between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m.
Women at Fourth, a time for fellowship and snacks as well as conversation with Lucy Forster-Smith on the importance of community and connection in our lives, on Thursday, February 27 at 5:30 p.m. (for refreshments; conversation with Lucy begins at 6:00)
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The Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being invites you to set aside some time in March to invest in your well-being.
Among their March offerings are—
SoulCollage® and Poetry:
Making Space for Your Soul
March 7
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Boyle Conference Room
Presented by Elise Magers and Margaret Brennan
Experience the power of SoulCollage® and poetry as doors to greater self-understanding and self-care.
Through the magical and intuitive use of images, informed by poetry, you will discover what delights, calls, and engages your soul.
Living Your Best Life:
A Support Group for Young Women
Mondays, March 16–May 4
(no meeting April 13)
7:00–8:30 p.m.
Young women ages 19–29 are invited to gather in a safe space to share ideas and experiences and get support around work life, family, friendships, romantic relationships, self-care, and adulting.
In doing so, we will emphasize strengths, resilience, community and connection, personal values, communication, and assertiveness.
Since this opportunity is designed as a seven-week series, participants are asked to attend at least five of the seven sessions.
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We have a Valentine’s Day treat in store for you tomorrow: Cole Seaton, Eileen Bora, and John Sherer have put together a free
February 14
Noonday concert of love songs by Gershwin, Berlin, Porter, Rodgers, Ellington, Bernstein, Bacharach, Lerner and Loewe, and more!
Plus, save the date: you won’t want to miss the return of the
Morehouse College Glee Club on Monday, March 9.
Friday, February 14 at 12:10 p.m
Cole Seaton, Tenor
Eileen Bora, Soprano
in Buchanan Chapel
Friday, February 21 at 12:10 p.m
Renoir Trio
in Buchanan Chapel
Tuesday, February 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Chicago Ensemble
in Buchanan Chapel
Friday, February 28 at 12:10 p.m
John Sherer, Organ
in the Sanctuary
Friday, March 6 at 12:10 p.m
Katie Calcamuggio, Mezzo-Soprano
in Buchanan Chapel
Monday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Morehouse College Glee Club
in the Sanctuary
Suggested $20 freewill donation at the door
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Are you looking for ways in which to serve?
You can find volunteer opportunities—and sign up for them—on VOMO (
www.bit.ly/fpcvolunteers), our
volunteer management software.
Among our current volunteer needs:
greeters for our Sunday afternoon Jazz at Four services and
grocery shoppers for our Meals Ministry program.
To learn more, to express interest, or for assistance with VOMO, please contact
Robert Crouch, Director of Volunteer Ministry.
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Birth
We give thanks to God for the gift of new life.
Harriet Ann (Hattie) Stewart
Child of Robert and Kristi Stewart
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