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'Didn't I see him showing up at the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica for Easter blessing?' He seemed frail, yet we did not expect to hear of his passing on the next day. Monday morning, I was busy cooking a nice breakfast for my husband as he was about to leave home for a few days to attend a conference. But my ears were tuned to the TV. When I returned home after dropping him off at O'Hare, I checked several sites to catch up with more news about him. I read and watched about his life and ministry all week, as more memories of him circulated in the media.
I don't know about you, but I hardly felt friendly toward any figures in the papacy before Pope Francis. His predecessors always seemed to be highly elevated in authority and power. But he always seemed to reach out to the poor and weak, suffering and lowly. He wore a simple white cossack, a metal cross, and worn shoes. He lived in the papal apartments with his colleagues and used a simple car. After being elected as Pope, he washed the feet of a woman and a prisoner at his first Maundy Thursday Mass. He emphasized the boundless love of God for everyone, whether the person is a refugee, gay, or an atheist.
It was touching to hear that Pope Francis called the Holy Family Church in Gaza - the only Catholic parish in the besieged territory - every evening since the beginning of the war, eighteen months ago. He yearned for peace and visited the places in conflict. In his final address, which was recited, Pope Francis appealed to the warring parties to call a ceasefire and come to the aid of the starving people. He urged the political leaders "to use the resources available to help the needy, fight hunger, and encourage development initiatives [which] are the 'weapons' of peace: weapons that build the future, instead of sowing seeds of death!"
(https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g9577g1k1o)
We long for peace within and around us, in our families and communities, and among our one big human family. We yearn for this peace, which is the first greeting of our Risen Lord in the gospel narratives. Join our worship in person at 10 a.m. or online via the church website or Youtube channel.
Click here to sign in your attendance on the website. If you have joy or concerns to share, please submit them with your attendance record. It's important for us to know you were with us and stay connected in prayer.
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Helping Hands
Thank you all for donating to Helping Hands bin!
So far we have earned $248.85.
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Silent Service Auction
THIS Sunday, April 27
Following Service
We welcome you to join us for our Annual Silent Service Auction this Sunday following service. If you can't attend the Silent Auction on Sunday but would like to make a bid, please email Linda Mullen at mullen520@comcast.net and tell her the item and value of your bid. She will add it to the list on Sunday. This is a one-time bid, so give us your highest bid.
Proxy bids will be accepted until 11 a.m. Sunday, April 27th. Click here to view auction items.
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This Sunday is, "Get Your Cans to Church Sunday." The last Sunday of each month is our church's designated day to support the Food Pantry. You can either bring
canned good items or make a monetary donation. If you have any questions, please see a member of the mission team on Sunday. Please see the items that are really needed by the food pantries below.
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Youth Group
Sunday, April 27 at 4 p.m.
Come meet your friends and learn and share a great time of fellowship this Sunday at 4 p.m.
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Confirmation Class
Sunday, April 27 at 5 p.m.
Youth in 7th grade and up are invited to join this journey to learn more about God and faith this Sunday at 5 p.m. We encourage you to come at 4 p.m. and attend the Youth Group beforehand.
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Donate Blood in Honor of Janet Graf!
Last Sunday we celebrated Janet Graf and her passion to donate blood. In honor of Janet, we are encouraging everyone to donate blood at a drive near you, or at the Crystal Lake Center. Please contact Carrie to enter the CUMC church code.
4/29 Marengo HS 2-6:30 p.m.
4/30 Nippersink Library 3-7 p.m.
Contact Carrie to enter the CUMC Church code.
815-271-2910 or cfutchko@versiti.org
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Please talk to the Sound Team if you have difficulty hearing during the worship service. We have hearing devices available for you, and if you're already using a hearing aid with a Bluetooth function, we can make adjustments for you as well.
Stop by the sound booth to get assistance!
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Where have you seen God's grace? How have you experienced grace? What does grace mean to you? We invite you to write your thoughts in simple words and display them on the sanctuary glasses. Use a small piece of paper and clip pins. Thank you to Becky Kock and Lisa Greenwood for creating the Grace Sighting collage!
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Save the Date
Ladies Luncheon
Saturday, May 3
12 - 2 p.m.
Thursday group is inviting you to Luncheon and Painting on Saturday, May 3rd. All supplies are provided and luncheon will be included in the price of $20. Please RSVP by May 1st. Seating is limited. See Lisa Greenwood or Amy Doyle for questions. Click here to RSVP.
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Spring Handbell Concert
We invite you, your family, neighbors and friends to join us Sunday, May 4 at 2 p.m. for an afternoon of beautiful music featuring the Random Ringers Handbell Ensemble and the Joyful Ringers of Christ UMC.
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Save the Date!
Crystal Lake Pride Walk June 1st at 11 a.m.
Please speak to Debbie Thomas, Gary Gruebnau or Lisa Greenwood if you would like to walk with our church group.
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Are you ready for your spring cleaning!
We have a new addition in our parking lot - at the Northeast corner across from the bank. You can drop off gently used soft items. Please see list below. If it is full, do not leave your items outside but donate them at another time. Thank you!
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Ryan's Case for Smiles is a national volunteer organization that provides handmade whimsical pillowcases for children to help them cope with the stress of their illnesses and injuries. Cindy Kerr began making pillowcases for her son Ryan to brighten up his hospital room and put a smile on his face. Although Ryan is no longer with us physically, his legacy lives on in Ryan's Case for Smiles. There are over 100 chapters in the United States & Canada and over two million pillowcases have been delivered.
A new Western Suburbs chapter (Kane Co & McHenry Co, IL) has recently been established. We will be delivering bright, fun pillowcases to Ascension St. Alexius Women & Children's Hospital in Hoffman Estates, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, and Lurie Children's at Northwestern Medicine Hospital in Huntley. The Ryan's pillowcase pattern is available at: caseforsmiles.org
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If you would like to volunteer to sew a pillowcase, your pillowcases can be given to Jean J. at church on Sundays.
If you would like more information, please contact:
Jean Jaderborg, RCFS Western Suburbs Chapter Coordinator. Thank you!
815-508-0497 rcfswesternsuburbschapter@gmail.com
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In the month of May, we will be collecting items for the "Fill the Truck Mission Challenge Collection Drive." The NIC Board of Global Ministries is coordinating with Midwest Missions to organize its annual conference collection drive for Midwest Mission's most needed items. Pastor will take all the items that we collect to the Annual Conference in June and "Fill the Truck." Click here for a printable list.
Midwest Mission's Most Needed Items
Home Care Kits
Liquid Household Cleaner, 54 - 80 oz.(no spray bottles)
Liquid Dish Soap, 42 - 64 oz.
Liquid Laundry Detergent100-150 oz.
Scrub Brushes
5 Gallon Round Buckets With Resealable Lid
Adult Bicycles
Personal Dignity Kits
Hand towels (no kitchen towels)
Washcloths (no dishcloths)
Toothbrushes (no multipack)
Bars of Soap, 3-4 oz.
Shampoo Bottles, 12-19 oz.
Deodorant, 2-3 oz. (stick, roll on, or pump)
Lotion Bottles, 8-10 oz.
Gallon Resealable
Plastic Bags
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In the month of April we will be collecting for
Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Food Pantry.
Items that the Food Pantry is currently in need of due to short supply from the Food Bank and other vendors:
Food Items:
Cereal
Canned Pineapple
Mandarin Oranges
Pork & Beans
Canned Chicken
Flavored Rice
Instant Potatoes - Au Gratin Potatoes
Tomato Paste
Canned Pasta
Salad Dressing
Condiments
Fruit Juice
Crackers
Granola Bars - Cereal Bars
Cooking Oil - Baking Mixes
Toilet Paper - Toiletries
ANYTHING IS GREATLY APPRECIATED
Alternate to shopping: If you prefer to give a monetary donation, please make the check payable to Christ United Methodist Church. It is very important that you write on the memo line “Food Pantry.”
Drop off pantry items any time during office hours, Tues - Fri, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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You can now make all your donations online. Click here or scan the QR Code. You can also mail the donation to church or use EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer). For any assistance, contact Joe Greenwood at josephgreenwood@yahoo.com .
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Please sign up on the calendar (inside the kitchen cupboard door) on a Sunday you would like to furnish a light treat and serve coffee & juice. All supplies except "treats" are at the church.
Thank you, Janet Kleckner
| | | April | May | | April 6 - Linda Riggs | May 4 - Joe & Eleanor Kilberger | | April 13 - Sunderraj Family | May 11 - Graduation Cake | | April 20 - Easter Sunday | May 18 - Confirmation Cake | | April 27 - Auction Soup/Sandwich | May 25 - | |
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For Amy Trende who is recovering after foot surgery
For Elantine Brighten's mother, Nalini Azariah, who is receiving radiation treatment for her breast cancer
For Ken Spooner, who in under going radiation therapy
For Duane Graf as he adjusts to Memory Care
For Eleanor Kilberger's best friend Carol, who is getting chemo for her third bout of cancer.
For Sherry Mark, who is coping with side effects from her cholesterol medication
For Pastor Mi-Sook's niece, Dain, who is has been diagnosed with autoimmune disease and is receiving treatment
For those who are affected by natural disasters throughout the world
For those who struggle with mental health and their families
For our local communities, our nation and our world
For peace and resolution in the Israeli/Palestinian conflict
For people in Ukraine and those who left Ukraine fleeing from war
For the grieving families and communities of gun violence
“Merciful God, hear our prayers!”
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We never pray alone but together as a community. We have a prayer chain, a small group of those who pray for submitted requests throughout the week. Let us pray for our church family, friends, neighbors, and our nation. Let’s draw the circle wider. Contact the pastor to join.
If you would like to keep your prayer request in beyond 2 weeks, we would appreciate if you contact the office with an update.
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Bell Choir Practice
Thursday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m.
GA Meeting
Thursday, April 24 at 7 p.m.
AA Meeting
Saturday, April 26 at 7:30 a.m.
Praise Team
Sunday, April 27 at 8:45 a.m.
Worship Design Zoom Meeting
Tuesday, April 29 at 7 p.m.
GA Meeting
Tuesday, April 29 at 7 p.m.
Praise Team
Wednesday, April 30 at 7 p.m.
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Welcoming the Full Inclusion
of All People
Website: www.gocumc.org
christumcalgonquin@gmail.com
(847) 669-9009
Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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