Celebrating the Journey
May 2023
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In-Person Services & Livestreaming
Sundays, 10:00 am.
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Live-streamed services can be seen
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I have always wondered what I should write articles about to include in our newsletters. The traditional “From the Pastor” in most church newsletters tend to be devotionals, or commentaries on current events (according to the minister writing, the events could concern the congregation specifically or could be wider political commentaries.)
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UPCOMING SPECIAL SERVICES
AND EVENTS
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Our last invitational breakfast was in 2019 - that's 4 years ago!
The guest speaker, Dave Shadle, a pilot who has been flying since 1958. He helped to start the Great Lakes Wing of Angel Flight America, (the largest group of volunteer pilots in the country) providing transportation to people in need of specialized medical care. This should be a wonderful session!
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Join us in Fellowship Hall on Friday, May 12th , at 6:00 pm
for our monthly game of Bunco!
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All are welcome! Bring $5 and a snack to share. The pot will be donated to a charity, chosen by the winner(s) for the evening. In April the donation went to the CWS Feminine Hygiene Kits!
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MINISTRY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION |
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Are you interested in participating here at church in a 13-week Grief Share Program?
If you are, even a little bit, sign the interest sheet in the Narthex and note your preference for a daytime or evening group. Watch for more details in the coming weeks.
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Join the Women's Fellowship |
Fourteen wonderful women met on Saturday, April 22nd for breakfast and the reboot of our Women’s Fellowship. Hopefully more will join us in the next months!
It is our plan to meet monthly, focusing on in-person charitable endeavors, Bible/book studies, and a secret sister (hoping to implement this in July).
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We will meet next at the May Breakfast Fellowship on Saturday, May 6, 9am (sponsored by Men’s Fellowship). After breakfast we plan to weed the garden beds on the church grounds. For more information, Contact Connie Wodziak.
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If you have been attending here and are not a member, perhaps you'd like to know just what that means and how to pursue it! Pastor will conduct New Member Informational Class after worship services on May 7th. Watch for more information, or give the office a call! |
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Confirmation Sunday
May 28th (Pentecost)
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Join us on Sunday, May 28th, as we bring our youth to be confirmed in their faith at the 10:00 am worship service. |
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It's time to submit your scholarship applications! |
Scholarship Applications are now available. Please contact the Church Office for the steps that need to be taken to be eligible to apply! |
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Applications are due
to the Church Office
by noon, Monday, May 1st!
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As of 4/23 (with one week to go) we have raised $1171 toward our goal of $750 - that's 158% of our goal!!!! Each kit will cost us about $15 to put together, including shipping fees. We're doing really great.
Watch for announcements coming soon for a packing event where we can put it all together and give your our incredible final total!
Thank you ALL for your efforts.
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In the United States, some people cannot afford menstrual hygiene products, such as pads, tampons, and other items that promote healthy practices. This inability to purchase hygiene products is known as period poverty, affecting over 22 million individuals.
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ALITH Interfaith Food Pantry |
We will be passing the boxes on Sunday May 7th for our monthly donation to the Food Pantry. As always we have a current Needs List in the Narthex and near the Grocery Cart (by the elevator) for you to use when you shop. Just add 2 items when you do your shopping and drop them off when you come to church! |
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What's New at the Attic?
What do an antique whale oil & soaker-stone holder, a bluetooth speaker and a vintage Indiana glass vase all have in common? They all are donated items that are currently for sale at the Heavenly Attic!
We will happily accept your donations to sell in support of local charities. Please drop them off during shop hours Friday and Saturday from 10-4 or leave in the marked container at church.
Thank you for your donations, your patronage and your willingness to keep our Attic open!
JoAnn Schindler and Dian Granath, co-managers
The Heavenly Attic Resale Shoppe
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McHenry County Operation Dropbox
County-wide mission to back local veterans
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Beginning May 1st, we will be receiving donations to provide much-needed items to veterans and their families here in McHenry County.
Operation Dropbox has been a lifesaver to Veterans Path to Hope, an organization devoted to helping veterans based in Crystal Lake. The food donations go out to veteran families that have been placed back into housing after a period of homelessness. This is where additional household items makes a difference, as well!
May 1-31, 2023
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Look for our dropbox in the Coat Room here at church.
The Ministry of Missions will ensure these are taken to the appropriate locations throughout the month.
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Opportunities to Care for God's Creation
Outdoor opportunities in our own backyard! Call Barb Erion if you would like more information!
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Saturdays monthly 9-11 am
May 20th, June 17
Meet and park at Town Park,
100 Jefferson Street, Algonquin
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Once a month Conservation Foundation staff and volunteers meet for a morning stroll and pick up any debris along a one-mile stretch of the trail. Get some fresh air, help beautify the Prairie Trail and meet some new people in the process.
- Dress for the Weather
- Bring Gloves and Hand Sanitizer
- Long Trash Pickers Provided
Great for family, a group of friends, or just you on your own!
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Habitat Restoration
Dixie-Briggs Nature Preserve
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Help remove invasive species to restore native habitat.
1st Saturdays (May 6th) and
2nd Wednesdays monthly (May 10)
9am to noon
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if you are interested in Volunteer Restoration Day for other McHenry County locations, stop by the Church Office for the 2023 Schedule |
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Join with Friends of the Fox for cleanup in Elgin on Saturday, May 13th. |
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Remember Our Military!
Kalvin Brown, Nikolai Church, Cody Colbert
Jake Korbecki, & Ben Sprouse
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Do you know persons currently serving in the military?
Please let the Church Office know, so we can keep them on our prayer list!
We continue to pray for the families of all our service personnel,
and those whose loved ones have given their lives for our freedom!
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Regular Office hours are 9am - 3pm Mon, Tues, Thurs
Wednesdays noon to 7pm
Friday 9am to noon
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Pilgrim Park & Tower Hill |
Registration can be made by clicking on the Outdoor Ministries logo.
Information on the camps is available using the button.
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Strengthen the Church
UCC Offering
We will receive this UCC Offering on Sunday, May 28th (Pentecost Sunday)
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The IL Conference Newsletter is available here by clicking on the logo.
If you want to be added to the IL Conference mailing roster, contact:
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No matter who you are,
or where you are on life's journey,
YOU are welcome here!
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The Congregational Church of Algonquin
109 Washington Street
Algonquin, IL 60102
847-658-5308
algonquinucc@gmail.com
www.algonquinucc.org
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