Celebrating the Journey
April 2024 Newsflash
*Be sure to click "VIEW ENTIRE MESSAGE" at the bottom of the email to see the whole Newsletter!*
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A Message From the Pastor |
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Dear CCA Family,
I want to offer this very special thank you to the congregation and friends of the church for the prayers, cards, and all the delicious food brought to the Parsonage during my recent surgery and recovery. I also want to especially thank all the people who worked so hard in the church during my absence: Marcie Nordlund, Barb Weitz, and Bill Hellyer for delivering the sermons, Wynn Ann Roggeveen, Ed Turk, and Michelle Tarosas for acting as worship leaders, and Karen and the Trustees for keeping the building intact! By naming these names, I know that I am leaving out way too many, but please know how much I appreciate everything. Thank you, and thank God!
Rev. Brian Cope
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Library Spring Cleaning
Tuesday, April 9 at 5:30 pm
It’s time for spring cleaning! The Ministry of Christian Education is inviting volunteers to join them in organizing the Church Library. Our Library is a wonderful resource for everyone in the congregation, and we want to keep it tidy, accessible, and user-friendly. The more help we have, the faster (and more fun) our clean-up will be. If you’re able to stop by, please do!
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Tuesdays with the Pastor
Tuesdays at 3 pm
Join Pastor Cope every Tuesday afternoon for important discussions on topics relevant to our spiritual lives. Please note the change in meeting time.
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Bibles & Brew
Thursday, April 11 at 6:30 pm
Emmett's Brewing Co.
128 W. Main St., West Dundee
Gather with us for delicious food, an adult beverage, and a guided conversation about the Scripture’s role in our everyday lives. Bibles & Brew meets on the second Thursday of each month. Please sign up in the Narthex, or let Connie Wodziak know of your interest, no later than Sunday, April 7 so we can give the restaurant a headcount.
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Playhouse Group - Steel Magnolias
Friday, April 12
Dinner at 5:30 pm
Show at 7:30 pm
Woodstock Opera House’s Theatre 121 is presenting Steel Magnolias, a show centering on the power of female camaraderie and the strength of the human spirit. This touching and inspiring story delves into the lives of six remarkable women as they navigate life's challenges, joys, and sorrows with unwavering grace. Even if you didn’t sign up for season tickets with the CCA Playhouse Group, you are still encouraged to purchase a ticket and attend with us! We will meet for dinner at Public House of Woodstock before the show - 101 N Johnson St, Woodstock. If you plan on attending dinner, please contact Janet Aggen so she can give the restaurant a headcount.
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Dede Gray Memorial Service
Saturday, April 13
1:00 pm: Visitation
1:30 pm Service
We will be gathering to honor the life of our longtime member and friend Dede Gray. Dede dedicated 34 years of her life to teaching elementary school for School District 300 and found great peace and comfort worshiping at Congregational Church of Algonquin. Her kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication to her family, students, and community will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing her. There will be a visitation prior to the service and refreshments in Fellowship Hall to follow.
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Women's Fellowship Bible Study
Tuesday, April 16 at 6:00 pm
Bring an appetizer to share, and join us for our next Bible Study class as we discuss chapters 7 and 8 of Mothers and Daughters of the Bible Speak, a book that examines the lives of biblical women and the intimate connection between faith and family - and how God’s unexpected agenda can redefine the way we think about family. This group is meeting on the 16th of each month through May for a total of five sessions, and we will be using the accompanying workbook to guide our study. Even if you've missed previous meetings, you are welcome to attend! You can purchase the book here and the workbook here. For questions or help ordering study materials, contact Connie Wodziak.
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Teen Faith in Action
Sunday, April 21 Following Worship
TFIA will meet with Pastor Cope at the parsonage after the worship service for fellowship and discussion. Lunch will be provided.
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Missions, Ministries & More |
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Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Food Pantry Donations |
The Algonquin - Lake in the Hills Interfaith Food Pantry’s mission is to provide temporary, immediate access to food for families in need living within the boundaries of Algonquin - Lake in the Hills. In 2023, the pantry served 10,828 people that included 2,987 households, and distributed 271,330 pounds of food. The statistics for January 2024 reflect 962 people served, which included 17 new clients, and February included 1,104 served, including 22 new clients.
The food pantry could not exist without the support of the community and pantry volunteers - many of whom are members of our congregation - and is always seeking people to donate their time. In addition to non-perishable food, monetary donations are also encouraged and are used to purchase much needed perishable items such as eggs, butter, and cheese. For information about the pantry’s food needs as well as volunteer opportunities, visit the ALITH Food Pantry’s website: http://alithfoodpantry.org. Up-to-date lists of current pantry needs are also posted around the church and available on the table in the Narthex. Donations can be left in the grocery cart by the elevator. Please refrain from donating items that are past the “best by” expiration date. Thank you!
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First Sunday Special Offering
Sunday, April 7
We will be receiving our First Sunday Special Offering for the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Interfaith Food Pantry. The ALITH Pantry fosters community awareness and support for our neighbors in need by offering clients immediate access to basic food during difficult times.
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Fair Trade
Sunday, April 14 Following Worship
When you purchase products that meet Fair Trade standards, not only are you supporting compensating workers with fair wages for their talents and labor, you’re also contributing to protecting the planet. Visit our Fair Trade table in Fellowship Hall following worship, where you can browse and purchase quality Fair Trade products like coffee and tea. Visit our website or contact Nancy Kneip for more information.
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Shepherd U
We are still looking for assistants to help our teachers on Sunday mornings. Leading our young people through their Bible lessons is a wonderful way to foster a love of church and faith-based living in future generations. So many of us benefitted from the kindness and tutelage of Sunday School teachers when we were children, so please consider fulfilling that role for the youth of our congregation. Just an hour of your time can make a huge impact on the life of a child. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
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Serve During Coffee Hour
If you’ve ever enjoyed coffee and fellowship following worship on Sunday, consider volunteering to serve during Coffee Hour. Your fellow congregants will be grateful, and you will feel good for helping out! If you’d like to serve, there is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
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Online Giving
If you would like to donate online, please click here. You will find a wide selection of church funds to which you can contribute. Please contact Dennis Kneip with any questions about online giving.
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May Newsletter Submission Deadline:
April 19
If you have an item you would like included in the next Newsletter, please submit it to the Office by emailing algonquinucc@gmail.com no later than this date!
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If you would like to have an event added to the calendar, please call the Church Office at (847) 658-5308 or email at algonquinucc@gmail.com.
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Pam Elliott
Jodi Hargrewe
Carol Roby
Katie Tarosas
Patty Beatty
Gerald Voegeli
Dennis Kneip
Cathy Thorne
Dave Treadwell
Betty Paldauf
Joseph Sprouse
Bob Benjamin
Denise Ekstrom
Barbara Field
Lauren Stengel
Barbara Schmidt
Karen Thornsberry
Bryan Tipps
Jackie Alexander
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Thank you to Cecelia and Ray Kratz for their Easter memorial donation in honor of Cissy's parents, Bill and Rose Soto.
Thank you to the following people for their memorial contributions in honor of Diane "Dede" Gray.
Chuck Curran
The Gray Family
Bill & Jeannie Hermes
James & Marlene Peterson
Susan Sanderson
George & Pat Strombom
Thank you to to the following people for their memorial contributions in honor of Betty Maicke:
Jeanette & Russ Bailey
Avis Berney
Lois Carpenter
Brian Cope
Nancy Eberly
Connie Forner
Heavenly Attic
Kathy & Kim Jamison
Jeff Jolitz & Family
Judson Family
Donna & Tom Kalsow
Darlene Knigge
Koshiol Family
Lori & Ron Martens
Overmeyer Family
Bobbie Reed
Beverly Sawallisch
Martha Wallace
Barb Weitz
Dale & Cathy Zange
Ruth Zimmick
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Eva & Gary Tipps
Bryan Tipps & Mariann Solorio-Tipps
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Undergoing hospital, rehabilitation, or home recovery
Ed Church
Fred Ekstrom
Pat Hemmingsen
Jeff Jolitz
Norm Jolitz
Pat Kramer
Joan Ryckman
Rick Stauffer
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If you would like someone's address to send a card, please contact the Church Office.
Fred & Nancy Ekstrom
Gary Gray
Pat Hemmingsen
Ron Martens
Bobbie Reed
Rita Whitney
Val Williams
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Office Hours
Regular office hours are
Monday - Friday
9 am - 2 pm
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