Week of February 2, 2025

Contribute to Our Church's Lenten Devotional

As we head into February, we're reminded that Lent is just around the corner! Please consider contributing to our Lenten devotional! This is a wonderful opportunity for you to share your reflections and insights as we journey together through this season of preparation.

How to Participate:

1. Sign Up: Click the blue box below to choose your preferred reading. You’ll find the date, a description of the reading, and a direct link to the CEB version of the scripture to help you prepare. Peruse the reading descriptions, or click on the hyperlink to go directly to the reading, to decide which one you wish to reflect upon.
2. Submit Your Devotion: Once you've signed up, please submit your written reflection to Megan Huber at mhuber@boxp.net by Wednesday, February 19.

Sign up now so you can have the most options to choose from!

Let’s tackle hunger in Lake County

Each year, as football’s best teams square off for the NFL championship, the Board of Deacons holds its annual Souper Bowl fundraiser aimed at tackling hunger in our community. Funds raised support the Holy Family Soup Kitchen and other hunger-focused ministries.

This year, in addition to banging pots in the Narthex after worship this Sunday, we’re asking for your help by making a donation via Realm. Use the QR code to go directly to the online giving form or click this link.

Tech not your thing? You can also write a check payable to the church (add “Souper Bowl” in the memo section). Together, we’ll fill stomachs, warm hearts, and give hope!

The Week Ahead:

Sunday, Feb. 2

“Souper Bowl” Sunday

10:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary) & 10:15 AM Sunday School Pre-K - 5th grade

11:00 AM Social Hour (Social Hall)

11:15 AM Alpha Chimers & Trinity Choir

3:30 PM First Pres Chamber Orchestra (Sanctuary)

4:00 PM Junior High Fellowship (Youth Lounge)

5:30 PM Youth Bells

Monday, Feb. 3

1:30 PM Winter Book Study (Zoom)

6:30 PM Vesper Bells

Tuesday, Feb. 4

7:00 Men’s Bible Study (Zoom)

Wednesday, Feb. 5

7:30 AM Morning Bible Study (Zoom)

4:00 PM PADS Donation Drop Off

Thursday, Feb. 6

9:00 AM Bel Canto Ringers

4:20 PM Faith Choir (Sanctuary)

4:30 PM Cherub Choir (Chapel)

6:30 PM Motet Choir (Sanctuary)

7:30 PM Chancel Choir (Sanctuary)

Saturday, Feb. 8

7:30 AM Men’s Sounding Board (Conference Room & Zoom)

Sunday, Feb. 9

Annual Meeting

10:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary) & 10:15 AM Sunday School Pre-K - 8th grade

11:00 AM Annual Meeting (Sanctuary)

11:15 AM Alpha Chimers & Trinity Choir

4:00 PM Junior High Fellowship (Youth Lounge)

5:30 PM Youth Bells

6:30 PM Youth Leadership Team

7:00 PM Senior High Fellowship (Youth Lounge)

See you on Sunday

Join us for worship at 10 AM on Sunday, February 2. Rev. Dr. Brian R. Paulson is preaching in the sanctuary. The service will also be available on our YouTube channel.

Sunday School

There were be Sunday School starting at 10:15 AM for PreK-5th Grade. 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) for those kids who don't feel quite ready to participate in a Sunday School setting or sit through worship.

Flowers

The flowers on Sunday are placed to the glory of God by Don and Joan Lennie in celebration of their daughter Lisa Mehta’s birthday. Happy Birthday, Lisa!

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.

Annual Meeting on Sunday, Feb. 9 at 11 AM

The Annual Meeting of the Congregation will be held in the sanctuary immediately following worship on Sunday, Feb. 9. All members are encouraged to attend. Childcare will be provided. The Annual Report was emailed on Friday to everyone on the Active Membership rolls. Printed copies of both the Annual Report and the Addendum are be available in the sanctuary narthex.  

Giving Statements

Year End Giving Statements were emailed out on Friday. If you don't see the statement in your inbox, please check your junk mail folder. Give Linda a call in the business office at 847-362-2174 if you have any questions.

New Ringers Welcome: On Sunday, you will be hearing our Bel Canto Ringers bell choir. We are looking for a few new members - could that be you? If you have some background in reading music notation and are available to rehearse most Thursday mornings from 9-10:30 am, then we would love to talk to you. Please come up front after worship today or contact Judy Brame at judybrame@gmail.com for more information. Next rehearsal cycle starts Feb. 13, so don't delay. 

Confirmation Class Fundraiser: 4Ocean Bracelets

This year's confirmation class decided together that they wanted to help clean the oceans and protect marine life for future generations to come. They take the God-given responsibility of stewarding creation seriously, which is why they chose to support the organization 4Ocean. Click here to learn more about 4Ocean’s mission.

Click the button below to see the seven different styles offered, as well as an opportunity to donate financially if you don’t wish to buy a bracelet but would still like to help.

Thank you for your support!

First Through Third Friends

Kids in grades 1st-3rd are invited to come to the Youth Lounge after worship on Sunday, Feb. 16. We'll play games, eat lunch, and plot what we might do on National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Parents, please RSVP by Monday, Feb. 10 using the button below.

Job Opening: Chapel Music Director

The Chapel Music Director position is a 20-hour per week job with on-site responsibilities primarily on Sunday mornings and Thursday afternoons/evenings. Click here for the full job description.

Job Opening: Office Manager & Executive Assistant to the Pastor

This is a 20-25 hour per week position. If you are passionate about supporting a vibrant ministry and have experience in office management or administrative support, we invite you to apply! Click here for the full job description.

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.

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

Libertyville Senior Center News

Click here to read the February newsletter from our friends at the Libertyville Senior Center.

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. 

How to contact a pastor or staff member

Call 847-362-2174 or email office@boxp.net.

The office is open M-F 9 AM - 4 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.

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.