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An Open And Affirming Community Of Faith -
We Welcome All Beliefs!
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Sage meets every Friday at 1 PM. Check here for the church calendar for the link.
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AgeOptions will be holding several COVID19/Flu clinics over the next few months. More info on COVID boosters and flu shots are at this link CLICK HERE
- Meditation with Mary Ann on Wednesday, November 8th, 7 pm - All are welcome!
- Pints with the Pastor November 9th!
- Annual Congregational Business Meeting is Sunday, November 12th!
- Rev. Daniels will be hosting a HUB for MCC on prison ministry on November 16th. More information will follow for this Zoom discussion.
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OCTOBER IS CLERGY APPRECIATION MONTH!
October is observed as National Clergy Appreciation Month (also known as Pastor Appreciation Month). The month recognizes the contributions and services of pastors, priests, reverends, ministers, and all other clergymen.
Congregation members, on Pastor Appreciation Day, come together to express their gratitude to pastors and other staff of the church. Many congregations observe the day by taking up a special offering to bless their pastors. Others may show their gratitude through different means such as honoring their pastors with meals, gifts, and even paid vacations.
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AgeOptions will be holding several Covid-19/Flu clinics over the next few months for older adults in Suburban Cook County. Please check the website for dates and locations of upcoming clinics: www.ageoptions.org/covid.
If you or someone you love or serve needs a COVID-19 booster and/or flu shot brought to their home, AgeOptions has partnered with CIMPAR to offer in-home vaccines to home bound folks in Suburban Cook County. To qualify for an in-home vaccination, a person must:
- Live in suburban Cook County (any part of Cook County except the City of Chicago)
- Be 60 years or older or an adult (18+) with a disability.
This information and more are shared on the public AgeOptions webpage:
www.ageoptions.org/covid
Contact AgeOptions:
· Phone: 708-383-0258
· Email: info@ageoptions.org
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ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL BUSINESS MEETING
NOVEMBER 12, 2023
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The Annual Congregational Business Meeting is coming up! It is scheduled for Sunday, November 12, with a Congregational Forum on Sunday November 5. At the forum, we will discuss the proposed budget for 2024—this is the opportunity for make any changes, since it is just up for approval at the business meeting.
We have two available positions on the Board. Nomination forms are available online and on the back table—and you may nominate yourself!
The business packets will be available by November 5th online at our website. If you are a member, you should have received an email about the meeting, where to find the information and how to download all the paperwork. Please bring it with you on November 12th.
If you are someone who is responsible for a written report, please get that to Barbara NOW—we prefer a written report so people have time to review the information before the business meeting. Please email her at socialmedia@holycovenantmcc.org.
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Support Holy Covenant MCC
with Your Generosity Today!
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At Holy Covenant, we rely on the generosity of our community to keep our church running and continue serving our members. We are reaching out to you today to ask for your support, as we need to raise at least 4,672 every month to meet our obligations for bills and salaries.
There are multiple ways you can donate to Holy Covenant. You can donate through PayPal, which you can access through our website or by sending your donation to donations@holycovenantmcc.org. However, please note that PayPal charges a fee to the church, so if possible, please consider helping us cover that fee.
Alternatively, you can use Zelle to send your donation directly to the church at donations@holycovenantmcc.org. This option has no fees attached to it, and your donation will go directly into our general account.
You can also send an electronic check from your financial institution or send a personal check to our address at 9145 Grant Ave, Brookfield, IL, 60513.
Every little bit helps, and we are grateful for any support you can offer. Together, we can keep our church going and continue providing a welcoming community for all who seek it. Thank you for your generosity!
October 2023 Giving
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Giving Needed Weekly
(5 WEEKS) $936
The monthly difference is -$1,494
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Our bills are listed for the month of October 2023.
Your generosity helps us pay the bills. Any amount helps us meet our obligations.
If you would like to pay one of the bills,
please designate that in your donation.
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MEDITATION IN PERSON! WEDNESDAY,
NOVEMBER 8TH! MEDITATION IS OPEN TO ALL!
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The next meditation is on Wednesday, November 9th, at 7 pm at the church.
Mary Ann will be leading the meditation upstairs in the church. This event is
open to all men and women.
Please be prompt at 7 pm so there are no distractions. We ask that you use hand sanitizer as you enter the building.
For more information about meditation please contact Mary Ann Latsaras at only1amar@yahoo.com.
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PASTOR'S PICK CORNER -
Rev. Daniels Reading/Listening/Watching Suggestions
Joseph - The Movie
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UPCOMING EVENTS OF INTEREST | | |
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PINTS WITH THE PASTOR
NOVEMBER 9TH!
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Join us at Pub 78 in beautiful downtown Brookfield for no-host dinner and/or drinks. conversation and good times from 6 pm - 8 pm.
Time: 6 pm, Thursday, November 9th.
Pub 78
3733 Grand Ave
Brookfield, IL 60513
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PASSING THE PEACE - SOMETHING NEW! | |
Something new! For the Passing of the Peace moment in the service, we would like to create a video montage of members sharing greetings—“Good morning, peace to you!” and so on. It doesn’t need to be long, about 5-10 seconds. Roxann will create a video of the greetings to play during the passing of the peace.
Whether you are usually with us in person or online, we would love a greeting from you to share with the congregation! Send your videos to Roxann at rozann.victory@outlook.com in the next eek or so. If this works well, we will be updating them for holidays—Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, etc.
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THRIVE WITH PRIDE - LGBTQ+ HISTORY MONTH - SMALL GROUP | |
In honor of LGBTQ+ History Month, join us for a virtual community event featuring two storytellers from Chicago Methodist Senior Services GOLD program. The GOLD Program (GLBT+ Older Adults Leading Initiatives to Drive Change) amplifies the voices of LGBT+ older adults to promote inclusion in aging services.
Special Guest: Dr. Katie Fasullo, Corporate Director of Population Health and Health Equity at CMSS, & GOLD Program creator
Join us on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 7 pm (Central) by clicking https://us06web.zoom.us/j/96661294106 or dialing (312)626-6799, then enter ID 966 6129 4106 at prompt.
This event is free and open to all. Registration is not required.
Download the EVENT flyer here..
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HOLY COVENANT BOARD MEETING - NOVEMBER 16TH | |
The next Board meeting will be on November 16th at the church.
You can find all the Board agenda, minutes and financials on our website. They are also posted on the bulletin board in Fellowship Hall.
You can find a PDF of the past Board Meetings Agenda, Minutes and church financials here
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HYBRID - IN PERSON AND ON YOUTUBE
REV. MARTHA DANIELS PREACHING
10:00 AM CST
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Our worship celebration is every Sunday at 10 am CST. If you would like to join us you may join us in person or go to our Facebook page at Holy Covenant Facebook Page and click on the LINK to YouTube to watch the service.
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Matthew 22:34-40
Rev. Martha Daniels
Sermon: "Won't You Be My Neighbor"
Have a candle ready to light, a cookie or bread, and a glass of your favorite libation for communion if you are watching online.
You can also find previous services on our YouTube Channel here.
Rev. Martha is available by email, phone, Facebook Messenger, and text for any pastoral needs you may have revmarthadaniels@gmail.com
DO YOU WANT TO HELP WITH WORSHIP?
Do you feel a call to help with worship? To read a prayer, or a reading, or to usher or serve communion? Whether you are here in person or virtually, we need and want your gifts! Contact Rev. Martha or Roxann at roxann.victory@outlook.com.
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AGING WELL OCTOBER PROGRAMS | |
Join us all month long for informative seminars, health programs, fitness, entertainment, and more!
Hello Neighbors! Below is our June schedule. Join us all month long for informative seminars, brain health programs, fitness, history, entertainment, and more online and in person! Just click here for the list of classes.
We encourage you to share our class schedule with friends, family, and neighbors, near & far, of any age – everyone is welcome to join us! All of our classes are free & no advance registration is required. We hope to see you soon on Zoom!
Thank you all for being a part of the Aging Well Neighborhood!
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Know Any Older Adults who Need Home Repairs? |
We have an incredible gift/program to be able to bring to our clients. Please think of anyone you know who might meet the eligibility requirements and can benefit from this service – anyone with safety concerns or issues, poor lighting, no handrails near stairs, no grab bars in the bathroom, no smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors, is there a need for a lock box, etc.? Are there any areas in need of repair – cracks, uneven flooring, broken doors or locks etc.?
If you know of someone, please contact Jan Walch to see if they can help.
Jan L. Walch Ӏ Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs
Aging Care Connections
She/her/hers
111 W. Harris Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525
D: 708-603-2243 Ӏ P: 708-354-1323, Ext 243
jwalch@agingcareconnections.org
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SHARE FOOD, SHARE LOVE
FOOD PANTRY NEEDS YOUR HELP!
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Food insecurity has become a public health crisis that continues to affect our communities, with an alarming increase of 19 in the number of households facing hunger compared to pandemic levels. The situation is even worse for Black households, as the number has risen by 37. With the recent cancellation of extra money in the SNAP program, it is now more vital than ever to support organizations like Share Food Share Love.
By donating to the Share Food Share Love Food Pantry, you can make a real difference in the lives of those who are struggling to put food on the table. With just a $1.00 donation, you can help provide 3 meals for a family in need. Your generosity can help ensure that our neighbors do not go hungry.
We are calling on all members of our community to help us fight food insecurity by donating to the Share Food Share Love Food Pantry. There is a food box located in front of Tischler's where you can drop off your non-perishable food items 2/47 or bring your food donations to the church and we will take it over. Let's come together to support each other during these challenging times. Thank you for your support!
The food box located in front of Tischler's You can drop off your non-perishable food into this box 24/7!
Thank you!
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WSSS (SAGE) CALENDAR, EVENTS & MENU |
West Suburban Senior Services (previously known as West Suburban SAGE) a social support group for LGBTQ seniors, meets both via ZOOM and in person on Fridays at 1 pm. We hope to resume our lunches in July. Please contact Eric Eugenio Vironet (evironet@cmsschicago.org) if you plan to attend in person as space is limited. Click here to join the meeting
West Suburban Senior Services website click here
WSSS Facebook Page click here
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AMAZON HAS OUR LIST OF NEEDS!
UPDATED LIST!
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We have updated our "needs" list online at Amazon. We ask that you look at our list of what items we are in need of and purchase something for the church.
This list is available to see here HC Need List and is updated as needed. You can order and pay for anything off this list and have it shipped directly to the church. We appreciate anything you can order for us!
We thank you for your continued support of Holy Covenant!
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We mourn and pray for all the families who have suffered personal losses from gun violence at our schools, churches, and hospitals. public venues and other places.
Prayers for all those affected by the mass shooting in Maine.1
Prayers for peace for John & JoAnn during John's treatment for cancer.1
Prayers for Tony recovering from heart surgery and COVID. Jim recovering from COVID, and for Jim's Mother who fell and broke her clavicle.1
Prayers healing prayers for Kimber.1
Prayers of healing for Cindy (Marsha Stevens-Pino's spouse) from injuries she suffered in her bike accident.2
Prayers for peace and employment issues for Joanie's daughter Bethany.3
Prayers for Patti & Laura's friend Katelyn who is beginning her journey to sobriety.3
Prayers for Patti & Laura's friend John to adjust to his new feeding tube in preparation for cancer treatment, and for his wife, Joann for strength.3
Prayers for Barbara R.'s friend Rev. David that he gets his knee replacement surgery scheduled so he can plan his church activities.3
Prayers of thanksgiving for all those who helped with the church garage sale, donations given and those who supported the church by purchasing items and giving to Share Food, Share Love Food Pantry.3
Prayers for those with harden hearts that feel the need to deface places of worship.
Prayers and strength for Ukraine, for those who are relocating, and to end the war and unnecessary deaths.
Prayers for all our first responders that they stay safe while helping others.
Prayers that God will provide for those who are hungry, unemployed, and homeless,
or in financial difficulties.
All those affected by HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, COVID-19, and other life-threatening illnesses.
All communities of faith.
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LINKS AND OTHER INFORMATION | |
There is a universal help line 211 for Cook County. They can help residents with housing, food, health services and more. It is a 24 hour seven day a week operation and have trained professionals answer the phone and are able to help you | |
Missed a sermon?
Click here to catch up and watch on the Holy Covenant YouTube channel!
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If you or someone you know is in an emergency call 911 for help.
Need someone to talk to? Call the suicide lifeline by dialing 988.
NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Health
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Every day brings something new—
and God is with us always!
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9145 Grant Ave
Brookfield, IL 60513
Phone: 708.387.1611
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