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Join us on Sunday, January 11 at 10:00 AM in the Sanctuary
Rev. Dr. Brian R. Paulson is preaching in the sanctuary for Baptism of the Lord Sunday. Music by the Chapel Music Team, Motet Choir, and Cherub Choir. The service will also be livestreamed on our YouTube channel.
Flower Dedication: The flowers today are placed to the glory of God by Bud Howlett in remembrance of Olive E. Howlett.
| | Podcasts: Podcasts of previous Sunday sermons and our Anywhere Anytime Bible podcasts for kids are available on the listening platform of your choice, including Spotify and Apple. | | |
Sunday, January 11
10:00 AM Combined Worship (Sanctuary)
10:15 AM Sunday School PreK-8th grade
11:00 AM Social Hour (Social Hall)
4:00 PM Youth Group
Tuesday, January 13
7:00 PM Adult Ed: Apocalypse Now? (Fellowship Hall)
Wednesday, January 14
4:00-5:30 PM PADS Food Donation Drop-Off (Sanctuary Entrance)
Saturday, January 17
7:30 AM Mobile Food Pantry Volunteering (Douglas Ave. Parking Lot)
Sunday, January 18
10:00 AM Combined Worship with Guest Preacher (Sanctuary)
10:15 AM Sunday School PreK-8th grade
11:00 AM Cake Reception in honor of MLK's Birthday (Social Hall)
11:15 AM MLK Learning Event with Rev. William Yoo (Fellowship Hall)
4:00 PM Youth Group
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UPCOMING
Mobile Food Pantry (Jan. 17)
Guest Preacher Rev. Dr. William Yoo (Jan. 18)
MLK Learning Event (Jan. 18)
Youth Sunday (Jan. 25)
All Church "Tacos on the Beach" Lunch (Jan. 25)
Annual Meeting of the Congregation (Feb. 8)
Volunteer Appreciation Brunch (Feb. 15)
Ash Wednesday (Feb. 18)
Lent Book Study (Begins Feb. 23)
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Guest Preacher on January 18: We're excited to welcome Rev. Dr. William Yoo, Associate Professor of American Religious and Cultural History at Columbia Theological Seminary, as our guest preacher on Sunday, January 18 in the sanctuary.
Dr. Yoo has published books on African American Christianity, Asian American Christianity, Presbyterian history, and the histories of Indigenous rights activism and abolitionism in the United States. His book, What Kind of Christianity: A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in the Presbyterian Church, received the 2023 Award of Excellence from the Religion Communicators Council.
His most recent book is Reckoning with History: Settler Colonialism, Slavery, and the Making of American Christianity. He is a Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and a member of Cherokee Presbytery.
| MLK Day Learning Event with Dr. Yoo: After worship on January 18, come to Social Hall for cake and coffee, hosted by the Committee on Anti-Racism & Equity (CARE), then head downstairs to Fellowship Hall for an MLK Day learning event with our guest preacher. Highlighting the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. Yoo will speak about how the history of faith and politics can inform how churches today may work toward making a real difference in ending poverty and racism. We hope you’ll stay, listen, and join the Q&A as we learn together. | | |
Tacos on the Beach on January 25
It's cold out and we're dreaming of the beach! The Deacons Hospitality Team is hosting an all church "Tacos on the Beach" lunch in Fellowship Hall immediately following worship on Sunday, January 25. They'll be serving their popular "walking tacos" along with chips & salsa, fresh fruit, and lemonade. Join us for some warm-hearted fun, food and fellowship!
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Sunday School Update
Beginning this Sunday, January 11, we’ll be making a small adjustment to how Sunday School grades are grouped.
As we’ve learned more about our participation and volunteer availability this year, it’s become clear that our fall setup assumed a slightly larger volunteer pool than we currently have. Rather than navigating last-minute changes week to week, we’re moving to a structure that is steadier, more predictable, and better supported for everyone involved.
The adjusted age groupings are Age 3 – Grade 1, Grades 2–4, and Grades 5-8.
We’re confident this adjustment will create a strong, consistent experience for both our kids and our volunteers. More information is available in the Family Newsletter that went out this week.
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Youth Group Update
Starting this Sunday, January 11, we’ll be gathering weekly for Youth Group (grades 6–12) from 4:00–5:30 PM. Our focus is simple but important: showing up for one another through connection and play. We’d love to see your kid(s) there and hope this month offers an easy on-ramp back into community.
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Church Nursery Childcare Provider
Are you available on Sunday mornings to help provide childcare in the nursery? This is a paid 2.5 hour a week position. Please click here to learn more. Call the church office at 847-362-2174 if you're interested in applying.
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There's still time to join in on Tuesday Night Adult Ed
"Apocalypse Now? A Biblical Guide to the End Times"
Tuesdays: January 6, 13, 20 & 27
7:00-8:15 PM in Fellowship Hall
Facilitator: Alex Barnes (& special guests)
Are we living in “the end times”—or just surrounded by headlines that want us to think so? Join us for a lively, faith-filled exploration of what the Bible actually says about the end of the world…and what it absolutely doesn’t.
Together we’ll dig into the history of apocalyptic movements, unpack how movies and pop culture have shaped our imaginations, and rediscover the surprising theme at the heart of biblical apocalypse: hope.
Come with your questions, your curiosity, and maybe a friend who’s been doomscrolling a little too much lately. You’ll leave with grounded theology, practical insight, and a renewed sense of God’s presence in uncertain times.
Click here to RSVP!
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Blanket Collection for The Penny's Purpose
Troop 71 scout Andrew Schinler is collecting new and gently used blankets as part of his Eagle Scout project. He's working with Penny’s Purpose, a local non-profit organization that provides blankets to organizations that help those in need, including veterans groups, shelters for people experiencing homelessness, and pet rescue organizations. You'll find the collection box in the hallway just outside the church office through the end of the month.
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Libertyville Senior Center News
Click here to read the January 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.
Church Office Hours: M-F 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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