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Join us at 10:00 AM in the Sanctuary or Chapel
Rev. Dr. Brian R. Paulson is preaching in the chapel and Rev. Amy M. Heinrich is preaching in the sanctuary. The services will also be livestreamed on our YouTube channel.
Flower Dedications: The flowers in the chapel this Sunday are placed to the glory of God by Juli and Jamie Dunsing in celebration of National Adoption Month, with hope for all those still awaiting their "forever families"; and by Linda Westman in the Sanctuary with gratitude to Sue Bogseth for her time and talent dedicated to the financial stewardship of FPCL.
| | Advent Devotions Emails: If you received our Advent devotions last year, you’ll automatically receive them by email starting Sunday. If you haven’t subscribed before, you can sign up using the link on our website or email mhuber@boxp.net. Each day, devotion contributors will share a reading, a personal reflection, a prayer, and a short biography to help you get to know them better. | | |
This Sunday - Advent Vespers Service at 5:00 PM
Begin the Advent season with an evening of music in the sanctuary. The Vespers Choir, with baritone Adam Hendrickson, will share beautiful Advent music from early to contemporary styles, joined by the Jubilate Bells and instrumentalists. Come and let the light of Christ guide your heart as we prepare for the joy of Christmas.
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Sunday, November 30
10:00 AM Worship in the Chapel & Sanctuary
11:00 AM Social Hour (Social Hall)
4:00 PM JHF/SHF Friendsgiving (Youth Lounge & Fellowship Hall)
5:00 PM Advent Vespers Service (Sanctuary)
Sunday, December 7
10:00 AM Worship in the Sanctuary (Major Work)
10:15 AM Sunday School PreK-8th Grade
11:00 AM Social Hour (Social Hall)
4:00 PM JHF Youth Group (Youth Lounge & Social Hall)
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UPCOMING
Chancel Choir & Orchestra Major Work (Dec. 7)
Ecumenical Advent Service (Dec. 10)
Christmas Pageant (Dec. 14)
Christmas Eve Services at 4, 7 & 10 PM (Dec. 24)
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Year-End Giving & 2026 Pledge Reminder
As the year comes to a close, we encourage you to take a moment to look over your Giving Statement and consider your progress toward your 2025 pledge. If you haven’t already made your 2026 pledge, we invite you to do so and continue supporting the work God is doing through our community. Click here to learn more: https://firstpreslibertyville.org/giving/
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Thanksgiving Collection for the Deacons' Operating Fund: We invite you to participate in a special, once-a-year collection to support the Deacons' Operating Fund. The funds raised go directly to support the essential ministries of our Deacons, who serve those in need within our community. Click here to contribute directly to the fund. Thank you for your generous support!
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Poinsettia Dedications
Dedicate a poinsettia in memory of or in honor of someone special. Your dedication will be included in the Christmas Eve bulletin. Each plant is $12. Please submit by Monday, Dec. 15.
You may take your poinsettia home after the 10 p.m. Christmas Eve service or after worship on Sunday, Dec. 28, or donate it to our Senior Ministry.
| | Chancel Choir & Orchestra Major Work on Sunday, December 7 at 10:00 AM: Join us for a special Advent worship service featuring Puccini’s Gloria from his Messa di Gloria. | | |
Ecumenical Advent Service: "Table of Refuge” – December 10 at 6:45 PM
You are warmly invited to our annual Ecumenical Advent Service, led by women in ministry. Join us at our “Table of Refuge” as we reflect on the Christmas story, with Jesus, born as a refugee, who became our Refuge. This candlelight communion service offers a sacred space to preserve the holiness amid the busyness of the holidays. Our table is open to all as we affirm our unity in the body of Christ.
The evening will begin at 6:45 PM with a festive reception in the church social hall, where we’ll enjoy the warmth of twinkling lights, delicious sweets, and savory treats. At 7:30 PM, we’ll move to the chapel for a time of reflection, song, communion and shared anticipation as we journey together toward the joy of Christmas.
| | Holiday Giving Tree: Gifts given through the Giving Tree program provide hope and love to those in need through several partner organizations. To give, use the QR code or click here. | | |
Time to Sign up for the Christmas Pageant
The Christmas Pageant will be on Sunday, December 14, at 10:00 AM in the Sanctuary.
This year's pageant has roles for any child or youth who would like to participate - both speaking and non-speaking roles. On the registration form, you'll be asked to indicate the three most desired roles so we can make sure everyone gets to participate in a way they desire.
Before signing up using the button below, please know that there are two REQUIRED rehearsals for the speaking and non-speaking roles: Sunday, December 7, from 12:15-1:45 PM and Saturday, December 13, from 9:30-11:00 AM. Please be sure your calendar is free for the whole time on both of these dates before signing up.
(Singing roles will have rehearsal times set by their choir directors - kids are able to participate in both singing AND speaking/non-speaking roles.)
Reach out to Rev. Nicole with any questions!
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Podcasts
Podcasts of previous Sunday sermons and our new Anywhere Anytime Bible podcast for kids are available on the listening platform of your choice, including Spotify, Apple, and YouTube Music.
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PADS Food Collection
Drop off on Wednesdays between 4:00-5:30 PM in the Sanctuary Narthex.
Please only bring items from the list below:
Breakfast: Bagels, cream cheese, instant oatmeal, store-bought muffins, granola or breakfast bars, meal replacement drinks
Lunch: Crackers, chips, ramen noodle cups or packages, protein bars, tuna or chicken salad packs, beef jerky, microwave popcorn, Jell-O cups, apple sauce pouches
Dinner: Non-perishable microwave dinners, canned baked beans, mac and cheese in boxes or cups, canned chili, microwave rice packs, sardines
Drinks: Fruit juice packs, water bottles, hot chocolate packs, small containers of milk
Other: Can openers, plastic cutlery and plates, baby food
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Libertyville Senior Center News
Click here to read the November update from our friends at the Libertyville Senior Center.
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Flower Dedication Calendar
Honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion with a beautiful floral arrangement in our worship spaces on Sunday mornings. To make your dedication, simply fill out the form below or contact the church office at 847-362-2174. The cost is $45.
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How to contact a pastor or staff member
Call 847-362-2174 or email office@boxp.net. The office is open Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Pastoral Emergencies
If you are a church member and need to reach a pastor in an emergency, please call 847-367-6460. Leave a message and a pastor will return your call as soon as they are able.
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Beware of Scams!
To avoid falling victim to scams, please verify the sender's email address before responding to any messages that appear to be from our pastors or staff. Our pastors only send email from boxp.net and will never make personal requests for money, gift cards, church directories, or any kind of assistance through email. If you have any doubts, please call the church office at 847-362-2174 to verify before taking any action.
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