October 27, 2024

Feed My Starving Children: Join in our all church Feed My Starving Children food packing event on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 5:00-6:30 PM. Friends ARE welcome! Sign up at www.fmsc.org/join-group?joincode=2848NW

Sunday: October 27

Commitment Sunday

10:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary & Chapel)

10:15 AM Sunday School

11:00 AM CnC Café (Dougherty Room)

11:00 AM Fall Fest Social Hour (Social Hall)

11:15 AM Alpha Chimers

11:15 AM Trinity Choir Junior & Senior High

11:45 AM Confirmation

2:15 PM Administrative Commission (Chapel)

3:00 PM Rev. Nicole Chapman-Farley’s Installation Service (Sanctuary)

4:30 PM Chamber Ensemble Rehearsal (Social Hall)

4:30 PM Rev. Nicole Chapman-Farley Installation Party (Fellowship Hall)

5:30 PM Youth Bells

 

Monday, October 28

6:30 PM Vesper Bells (Bell Room)

7:00 PM Rebecca Circle (Parlor)

7:00 PM Troop 71 (Fellowship Hall)

7:30 PM Advent Vespers Choir (Sanctuary)

 

Tuesday, October 29

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

 

Wednesday, October 30

7:30 AM Wednesday Morning Bible Study (Zoom)

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

 

Thursday, October 31

9:00 AM Bel Canto Ringers (Bell Room)

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

6:00 PM Chapel Music Team (Chapel)

6:30 PM Motet Choir (Sanctuary)

7:30 PM Chancel Choir (Sanctuary)

 

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)

 UPCOMING EVENTS

Stewardship Dedication Sunday (Nov. 3)

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 Word (Dec. 8)

Advent Ecumenical Service (Dec. 11)

Christmas Pageant (Dec. 18)

Christmas Eve Services (Dec. 24)

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Generosity is the foundation that leads to Flourishing, and Faithfulness is the essential ingredient. When we are committed to regular giving, we faithfully trust in God to meet our needs. In doing so, we embody the essence of stewardship – recognizing that we are not owners of our resources –rather, we are caretakers who are called to nurture those resources to enable them to grow. As faithful stewards, we generously, joyfully, and regularly share God’s blessings to support our church and expand its witness to Christ’s love in our congregation, our community, and our faith partners around the world . 


As we continue to nurture a community of hope and discipleship, we recognize that faithfulness is a journey, not a destination; it requires reflection, intentionality, and commitment. Our choices today not only impact our current membership but also lay a foundation for those who will come after us.


The Stewardship Committee is grateful for your faithful support. If you haven’t already sent in your pledge, we encourage you to send it in promptly. To expedite this process, feel free to click on the link below:

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Worship with us at 10 AM on Sunday

Rev. Dr. Brian R. Paulson is preaching in the sanctuary and Rev. Amy Heinrich is preaching in the chapel. The services 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 Roberta and Preston Carter in honor of their granddaughter, Amelia Carter’s, 14th birthday; and by the church staff in honor of Rev. Nicole Chapman-Farley’s installation as Associate Pastor.

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Service of Installation & Party for Rev. Nicole Chapman-Farley

You’re invited to a Worship Party on Sunday, Oct. 27 to celebrate Rev. Nicole’s installation as Associate Pastor. There will be Service of Installation at 3:00 PM in the sanctuary, followed by a party in Fellowship Hall!


College Care Packages on Nov. 3

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 Sunday, Nov. 3 from 1:00-2:00PM 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!

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


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

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

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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.

Flower Dedication Form
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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 October 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.

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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.

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