November 4, 2024

Sunday, November 3

Dedication & All Saints Sunday

10:00 AM Combined Worship (Sanctuary)

10:15 AM Sunday School

11:00 AM Social Hour (Social Hall)

11:15 AM Alpha Chimers

11:15 AM Trinity Choir Junior & Senior High (Choir Room)

11:45 AM Confirmation

1:00 PM College Care Packages (Social Hall)

5:00 PM Junior High & Senior High Party (Townanders)

Monday, November 4

10:30 AM Storypoint Senior Living Service (Offsite)

6:30 PM Vesper Bells (Bell Room)

7:00 PM Rebecca Circle (Parlor)

7:00 PM Scout Troop 71 (Fellowship Hall)

7:30 PM Advent Vespers Choir (Sanctuary)

Tuesday, November 5

7:00 AM Men's Bible Study (Zoom)

Wednesday, November 6

7:30 AM Wednesday Morning Bible Study (Zoom)

4:00 PM PADS Food Donation Drop-off (Sanctuary Narthex)

Thursday, November 7

9:00 AM Bel Canto Ringers (Bell Room)

9:00 AM Women's Disciple Bible Study (Conference Room)

4:20 PM Faith Choir (Sanctuary)

4:30 PM Cherub Choir (Chapel)

6:00 PM Chapel Music Team (Chapel)

6:30 PM Motet Choir (Sanctuary)

7:30 PM Chancel Choir (Sanctuary)

Friday, November 8

9:00 AM Hannah Circle (Parlor)

Saturday, November 9

7:30 AM Men’s Sounding Board (Zoom)

Sunday, November 10

10:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary & Chapel)

10:15 AM Sunday School

11:00 AM Social Hour (Social Hall)

11:15 AM Alpha Chimers

11:15 AM Trinity Choir Junior & Senior High (Choir Room)

11:45 AM Confirmation

1:00 PM College Care Packages (Social Hall)

1:30 PM Green Oaks Senior Living Service (Offsite)

4:00 PM Junior High Fellowship (Youth Lounge)

5:30 PM Youth Bells

6:30 PM Youth Leadership Team Meeting

7:00 PM Senior High Fellowship (Youth Lounge)

Upcoming Events

College Care Package Event (Nov. 3)

Advent Wreath Workshop & All Church Lunch (Nov. 24)

First Light: A Service of Hope & Healing (Nov. 24)

Advent Book Study (Nov. 25-Dec.16)

Advent Vespers Service (Dec. 1)

Chancel Choir & Orchestra Major Work (Dec. 8)

Advent Ecumenical Service (Dec. 11)

Christmas Pageant (Dec. 15)

Christmas Eve Services (Dec. 24)

This Sunday, on All Saints Day, we will dedicate our pledges and our finances to our gracious God, remembering the many sacrifices our spiritual ancestors made to spread the Gospel - the Good News - freely given and available to all.

To those of you who have taken the leap of faith, committed to sacrificial giving, and have sent in your pledge for the coming year, the Stewardship Committee extends its heartfelt thank you!  

If you haven’t yet sent in your pledge, we ask your prayerful consideration to do so as soon as possible so that Session can determine next year’s Operating Budget. You may submit your pledge electronically by clicking the Giving Estimate Form below.

Communion Worship with us at 10 AM on Sunday

Rev. Dr. Brian R. Paulson is preaching our combined worship in the sanctuary. The service will also be available on our YouTube channel.

Sunday School for PreK-8th grade is at 10:15 AM. Caregiving is provided for kids ages birth through age 2 in the nursery and for ages 3-4 in the PreK-K caregiving room (105/106).

The flowers on Sunday are placed to the glory of God by Dean Starr in memory of his friend of many years, Tom Bartlett-Svehla; and by Brad and Gini Baker for Ellie Summers’ 11th birthday on November 4.

College Care Packages this Sunday

Families of our college kids are invited to bring a mailing container and a package of pre-wrapped treats to share with others for an afternoon of fall care package-building this Sunday, Nov. 3 from 1:00-2:00 PM in Social Hall. We will take care of the mailing if you give us the address! We’ll have note cards, markers, stickers, packing tape, and mailing labels ready for you!

Staff Update: Mary Kovatch is retiring!

It is with mixed emotions that we announce the retirement of Mary Kovatch, our beloved Executive Assistant to the Pastor and Office Manager, effective January 10, 2025.

Mary is an invaluable member of our church family, serving our congregation with dedication, grace and humor for nearly ten years. Her tireless commitment, attention to detail, and warm spirit have made a lasting impact on all of us. From coordinating events to supporting our pastoral team, Mary has played a vital role in our mission and ministry.

We are deeply grateful for her contributions and the countless ways she has enriched our lives. While we will miss her dearly, we wish her all the best in this exciting new chapter!

Support Mobile Food Pantry

Help us underwrite the cost of the Holiday Meal Boxes that are distributed for Thanksgiving and Christmas! Your $23 donation will provide a whole turkey, lots of side dishes, dessert, and more for a family of eight. Give using the QR code or by clicking this link: https://onrealm.org/FirstPresbyteri4662/give/meals

PADS Food Collection

Drop off on Wednesdays between 4-6 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: Apple or fruit juice packs, water bottles, hot chocolate packs, small containers of milk

Other: Can openers, plastic cutlery and plates, baby food

Join our Sunday Morning AV Team!

Audio

Are you interested in microphones and mixing boards? Help deliver the message throughout the Sanctuary and Chapel!

Video

Are you interested in camera controllers, video production, and YouTube?

Slides

Are you interested in keeping everyone in the Chapel on the same page?

We provide all training; no experience necessary! Use the QR code to access the interest form or email the office at office@boxp.net. 

Flower Calendar

If you'd like to honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion by dedicating a floral arrangement to be used in our worship spaces on Sunday mornings, please fill out the form below or call the church office at 847-362-2174.

Libertyville Senior Update

Did you know that Rich Monahan and Mike Castner are our church representatives on the Libertyville Senior Council? Click here to read the November newsletter from our friends at the Libertyville Senior Center.

How to contact a pastor or staff member

Call 847-362-2174 or email office@boxp.net. Regular office hours are Monday-Friday 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.

Sermon Podcasts

Podcasts of previous Sunday sermons are available on the listening platform of your choice, including Spotify, Apple, and YouTube Music. The links are also available on our website at www.firstpreslibertyville.org/podcasts. New podcasts are generally uploaded midweek.

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, 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.