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August 15, 2026
Weekly e-Bulletin
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| | When a desperate widow comes to Elisha with nothing but a small jar of oil, God demonstrates that His provision often begins with what we are willing to place in His hands. We are invited to trust God's abundant grace, recognize His provision in our lives, and faithfully live with open hands, knowing that He can multiply what we surrender for His purposes. | |
| | "Now may He who supplies seed to the sower, and bread for food, supply and multiply the seed you have sown and increase the fruits of your righteousness.” – 2 Corinthians 9:10 | | | |
Christ Our Conqueror & KIng
Revelation Seminar presented by James L Merrills
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Saturday, August 29
10:00, 11:00, 2:00
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The Book of Revelation begins with Christ's victory on the Cross and His gospel going out to all the world. It concludes with His victorious return to take us home! Plan now to attend this insightful, three-part study and discover this unfolding story from your own Bible.
Our speaker is James L. Merrills, M.Div., author of "Christ Our Conqueror."
| | | There will be a potluck lunch for all staying for the afternoon meeting. For the lunch, please bring a vegetarian dish to share. | | | 10:00 AM Outdoor Sabbath School Bible Study | |
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Adult Sabbath School
Lesson 7:
“A Portrait of Love”
Teacher: Rosetta Sodora
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ID: 957 7601 6469
Password: 258182
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Phone:
312-626-6799 (US - Chicago)
309-205-3325 (US)
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Escuela Sabática para adultos
Lección 7:
«Un retrato del amor»
Maestro: Elvis Rodriguez
Esta clase es en la aula de "Grade 5-8"
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Children & Youth
Sabbath School
Sabbath School begins with song service in the fellowship hall followed by children & youth lesson study in their lower level classrooms
| | | Calendars & Weekly Announcements | |
| | 15 Worship Service with Pastor Ira | |
15 Ministry & Visitor Potluck | |
15 Deaconess Meeting in STEAM Lab | |
21-22 Epic Church Youth Art & Faith Event | |
22 Education Dedication Sabbath with Pastor Ira | |
29 Revelation Seminar – Sabbath School, Worship Service & Afternoon Session with James Merrill | |
1 New Officer Year Begings | |
5 Worship Service – Pastor Ira | |
5 Pathfinder & Adventurer Registration Closes, First Club Meetings after Potluck | |
19 Worship Service – Pastor Ira | |
19 Visitation Ministry Resumes | |
20 Annual Fall Fest & Marketplace | |
Upcoming Dates to Remember | Oct 3 ILC Convocation – Keynote Speaker: Dr. Dwight K Nelson | |
| | Pathfinder & Advernturer Club Registration opened Sunday, August 2, and will remain open through Sabbath, September 5. Our first official club meeting will be held after potluck on September 5. Club staff will meet with parents while Pathfinders participate in their first meeting. | |
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Transfers: First Reading
Incoming
• George Lindsey from the Illinois Conference Church
Outgoing
• Tina & Affif Leonor to the Stevensville SDA Church
• Janette Rodriguez-Flores & Andres Flores to the Burr Ridge SDA Church
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School Dedicaiton Sabbath
Join us during worship service on August 22 for our annual school dedication Sabbath. We'll hold a special prayer of dedication for all students, teachers, school staff, and their families as the various schools start the new school year.
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Visitors Potluck
August 15 after worship service in the fellowship hall. All visitors are invited to join us.
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Deaconess Meeting | Sabbath, August 15
12:30 PM in the STEAM Lab
All present and new deaconesses are invited to join us as we begin to plan for the year ahead. Please note: the new officer year begins September 1.
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Security Camera Notice
As of July, our church and school campus is monitored by 24/7 exterior security cameras that continuously record to help maintain a safe and secure environment for everyone. If you need to report an incident or request that footage be reviewed, please contact Pastor Ira or JP. For school-related matters, please contact Yanina or Rod. Thank you for helping us keep our campus safe.
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Visit our giving page to donate tithe & offerings. Lambs offering is collected by the children before Children's Story. If you would like to donate towards special projects, such as church expense, or to give towards one of our various ministries, please visit our donation page.
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1, 15, 29 Local Church Budget
8 Christian Record Services (NAD)
22 Illinois Action
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1 Supports DGAS
8, 15, 22, 29 Children's Ministries
| | | Stewardship Report – Combined Budget | |
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July
Income $ 6,891
Budget $10,867
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YTD 2026
Income $72,171
Budget $76,067
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Donate to Support Fred's ALS Journey with His Family, organized by Lauren Miga | A member of our Downers Grove Adventist School family can use your help. Please visit their Go Fund Me page & prayerfully consider supporting this family. | | | | | | Do you have a prayer request you would like to share with our prayer ministry team? | |
Please include if we can share your request with our full team of prayer warriors or if it is confidential. | |
| | | | Adventurer & Pathfinder Clubs | |
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In Adventurers, children ages 5-9 learn lessons along side their parents or guardians that help them to develop spiritually, mentally and emotionally. This family-centered approach to learning helps to strengthen the parent-child relationship.
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August 1 – September 5
Club Registration
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August 1 – September 5
Club Registration
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September 24-27
Union Camporee
in Berrien Springs
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Pathfinders is a Christ-centered club for youth in grades 5-10 with a focus on learning Biblical teachings as well as various skills in a wide range of subjects specifically developed for each class level.
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DGAS is an
Adventist Christian School
with an emphasis on
STEM & Outdoor Education.
We believe in academic excellence
while preparing our students
for this world and the one to come.
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Volunteer Opportunities Available!
Our teachers would love to invite our church and school families to join us the first two weeks in August to help organize books & bookshelves, make copies, and more to help us prepare the school as we make some big changes for the 2026-2027 school year!
If you are interested in volunteering, please email to yjimenez@ilcsda.org
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August 9 – 14 & 16
School Prep Days
Volunteers Welcome – Please Contact Principal Jimenez
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August 17
First Day of School
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DGAS Wishlists
We invite you to visit our classroom and Home & School Wishlists and prayerfully consider donating items listed.
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Pictured:
Magnetic Marble Run from the Middle School Classroom wishlist and 36-Pack – 3 oz cans of Play-Doh in a a variety of colors from the Preschool/PreK, Kindergarten - Grade 1, and Grades 2 -4 wishlist.
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| | Area, Conference, & NAD Announcements | |
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Art & Faith | Illinois Conference
Friday August 21 at 7:00 PM
Epic Church Lombard Location
Saturday August 22 at 11:30 AM*
(Sabbath Shcool at 10:00 AM)
*lunch provided
& 3:00 PM Photography Activity
Epic Church - Chicago Campus
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Art & Faith is designed for youth & young adults who have a passion for, or are simply curious about, expressing their faith through the arts. This year's focus is photography, exploring how creativity can point others to the Creator. Please be sure to register for this free event as participation is
participation is limited to 50 attendees to create a more personal and meaningful experience. A smaller group allows us to build authentic community, spend intentional time together, and fully enjoy our Saturday afternoon photography experience.
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Wednesday Bible Study
7:00 PM
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