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Weekly Highlights
First Presbyterian Church
of Arlington Heights
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 YOU ARE INVITED...
Dominican Republic
Mission Dinner
Saturday, October 15 /
6:00-8:00 pm / Fellowship Hall
Enjoy a time of dinner and celebration and meet our mission partner of more than 20 years, Pastor Osvaldo Vilorio. This is the first time Pastor Osvaldo has traveled to the US to visit the First Pres congregation, and he will be joined by his wife, Rosa, and scholarship recipient Fabianny Pelegrin. Come to the dinner and hear how the Dominican Republic Partnership is changing lives and empowering the community of Gaspar Hernandez.
RSVP to Carol Roppel in the church office, by this Sunday, October 9. Suggested donation, to support the mission: $10 per person
Note:
Pastor Osvaldo will preach at Community Presbyterian Church (407 N. Main St., Mount Prospect) Sunday, October 16, at 9:30 am. Offerings will support the church in Gaspar Hernandez.
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Coming Sunday, October 16
Bruce Blanck Jazz Ensemble
Enjoy the first concert of the season on Sunday, October 16, at 4:00 pm in the Sanctuary. T
he Bruce Blanck Jazz Ensemble is made up of an ever-revolving lineup of talented musicians and vocalists whose energetic music evokes the fun and excitement of the Big Band, Swing, and Cool Jazz eras. You never know what to expect from Bruce and his friends, so come on out and celebrate the music from an era gone by.
Concerts are streamed live at fpcah.org/webcast, and free child care will be available upon reservation with the church office (due by October 12).
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Sunday morning Adult Ed update
Donald Kaasch's class, The Gospels: Windows Into Christianity
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will take a break this Sunday, October 9. Class will resume on October 16 and run through
October 30, from
9:45 to 10:45 am in the Chapel.
Coffee: Grounds for Discussion will meet as usual this Sunday, at 9:45 in Room 110/112.
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 Advent Devotional contributors wanted
Written and artistic submissions from all ages are invited
Here's a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the faith life of First Presbyterian Church this coming Advent season. We are once again compiling an Advent Devotional, and we invite you to share your thoughts and meditations on Advent scripture with your First Pres family.
This year's theme is the ancient concept of the Jesse Tree, the family tree of Jesus. It is based on the book of Isaiah, chapter 11, verse 1, and other scriptures that point to the ancestry of Jesus. Don't worry, guidance will be provided. P
lease contact Kris Mainellis
to express your interest and get going on your assignment! We need all devotions to be created and turned in no later than Friday, October 21.
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 God in Science
Revealing God's work through science
Week 3 in Alex Lang's new sermon series,
God in Science, is coming up this Sunday: "The Science of Perception." Watch last Sunday's sermon: "
The Science of Environment." Each week, come and see how, by understanding science, we can gain deeper insight into the God we worship every Sunday.
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Online giving
Did you know there are five different, convenient methods to support First Pres missions and ministries? Gifts can be made with
cash
;
check
;
text message; electronic funds transfer (EFT)
; or by charging a debit or credit card account through
online giving
.
You can access this powerful, secure (SSL) tool right on the Home page at fpcah.org. Just click on Online Giving.
Through Online Giving, you can make one-time gifts or recurring gifts; select a fund (operating expenses, memorial gifts, or special funds); and manage your scheduled giving (e.g., weekly, every two weeks, monthly, etc.), selecting the day of the week for payment and choosing your start and stop dates. It's easy to get started.
Contact Debbie Walter, business administrator, with questions about any of the ways to support First Pres.
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Thanksgiving baskets
Collecting healthy foods through November 13
Please donate healthy, nonperishable foods during October and November (through 11/13) for families served by Christopher House and Firman Community Services, two local organizations that help families in need. Deposit items into the containers in the Narthex. Lighter, boxed foods (not expired) are easier for these agencies' clients to carry on public transportation. Thanks for helping many families have a joyful holiday!
Questions?
Contact Jody Stanhope at 847-259-8054.
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 Engage & Encounter:
Wednesday Evening Adult Christian Education / 7:00-8:00 pm in the Chapel
Join Pastors Judy and Ken Hockenberry for
One Church One Book: Journey Toward an Active Faith
. Judy and Ken are leading participants through
We Make the Road by Walking
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a study on how to grow in faith while making a difference in the lives of others along the way. Join Ken and Judy for this challenging and entertaining class. Learn more here.
Learn about Family Night and join the fun and learning on Wednesday evenings! Check out next Wednesday's dinner menu!
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Notary public service at First Pres
First Pres now offers free notary services for church members. If you have documents that you need notarized, contact Mary Fino to make an appointment, at [email protected] or 847-255-5900.
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November Chimes deadline
The deadline to submit news and articles for the November issue of The Chimes is next Monday, October 10. Send your information to Kris Mainellis.
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