Weekly eCarillon
August 31, 2023
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STATEMENT OF WELCOME AND INCLUSION
We welcome all people to the life of this congregation. We believe that we are all in need of God’s love and grace and that God, through Jesus Christ, intends the church to be a community that incarnates love, grace, and justice for all people. Holding true to that belief, we welcome and encourage all persons, including persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, in every aspect of our Christian life together.
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THE SATURDAY WORSHIP SERVICE LOCATION IS CHANGED TO PIERCE HALL ON THE LOWER LEVEL FOR THIS WEEK ONLY |
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Saturday, September 2
5PM
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Sunday, September 3
8:30 AM & 11 AM
Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15
Sermon: Welcome Home!
Holy Communion Offered DURING both Sunday Services
Preaching:
Rev. Hyewon "Sophia" Hyon, Associate Pastor
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ALERT: There will be no Sky Chapel Tour on Saturday, September 2. |
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Church Building & Office Closed Monday, September 4 for Labor Day |
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Let's Prepare to Welcome Our New Seminary Intern
Matlidah Dondo
Matlidah is from Zimbabwe and she is pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary. Matlidah's undergraduate degree is in science of music and musicology from Midlands State University. She holds a master's degree in teacher education (music) from the University of Zimbabwe. As part of her education training, Matlidah also attended Morgan Zintec Teachers College. Additionally, she holds a National Certificate in Music.
Matlidah has published four visual and performing arts textbooks for Secondary Book Press. There are also four books, two for VPA grade one and two, one for Shona grade one, and one for Shona workbook for grade one, which are currently being reviewed by Gramsol Publishers.
Matlidah is a musician who recorded one Mbira gospel album. She plays the Mbira, a Zimbabwean traditional instrument. Matlidah knows how to speak Shona. As well as enjoys, watching television, listening to music, and nature walks.
We will Meet & Greet Matlidah on Sunday, September 24.
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New Exhibition in the 2nd Floor Gallery featuring Dan Addington titled Mystery and Memory
September 1 through October 31
Paintings using beeswax and tar.
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September Activity Updates |
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EFFECTIVE September 5, 202
Sanctuary Visiting Hours – Monday - Friday – 10am – 2pm
- QR Codes are displayed on stained glass windows.
- Certain restrictions will be enforced such as no large packages or bags, respectful decorum.
- Balcony continues to remain closed
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The Chapel in the Sky Tours
Every Sunday – After Worship Services – Check with an usher at the Church Welcome desk in the lobby.
Every Wednesday – After the 12:10PM - 12:40PM Worship Service – Check with an usher at the Church Welcome desk in the lobby.
Every Saturday – At 2 PM meet at the Welcome desk in the Lobby
ALERT: NO SKY CHAPEL TOUR ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2023.
Please be advised that stairs are involved.
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If you struggle with grief, consider joining our weekly grief support meeting. Starting on Monday, September 25th at 6:15 pm you'll find a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. By attending weekly meetings, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way.
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12:15 PM - 150 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60601
4 spots open on November 5
5 spots open on December 3
All orders are on separate checks.
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WE NEED YOU!
Sign up to be a greeter or docent for OPEN HOUSE CHICAGO
This year visitors are welcomed to the Sanctuary which includes a virtual tour of the Sky Chapel.
Sign up using buttons below
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Sunday School Teachers Needed
The Family Ministries is looking for volunteers to help relaunch our in-person Sunday School. If you have a passion for working with children, please consider volunteering for this once monthly commitment. There will be a training session to help prepare volunteers for this important ministry, and curriculum will be provided. The goal is to launch this new program in September, so please prayerfully consider becoming a part of this ministry as we equip the next generation for lifelong faith. If you are interested in learning more or would like to become a part of this ministry email Piers Fetters ([email protected]).
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If interested in becoming a member of this church, please email Jonni Miklos at [email protected]
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Virtual Donations
Although we cannot always worship together in the building, our ministries are active and thriving. Consequently, your financial support is still needed to ensure these ministries stay healthy. Would you please take a moment to make a financial gift to support our ministries? You can give here.
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Do you want to stay informed about church events on your mobile?
We can send text reminders!
(No worries, we will keep it low.)
Use the QR code to the left to sign up.
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Prayer Requests
If you or someone you know would like to be included in our prayers, either submit a prayer request online at this link, or send an email to info@chicagotemple.org. Ensure emailed prayers include 1) the first and last name of the person in need of prayer, 2) the name of the person submitting the request, and 3) contact information to reach you if we have questions.
PRAYER CONCERNS
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Teodoro Abellera
Tomas Altamero
Merrick Bolhouse (Grandson of Kathy Bolhouse, special friend of Charles & Carol Emmons)
Cliff Van Dyke
Elizabeth Elizondo
Marieta Flores
Mabel Guzman
Lucy Koehler (Mae Janssen’s Brothers’ Wife)
Tom & Beth Jacobs
Michelle Thompson
Gil Elizondo (Elizabeth Elizondo's Brother)
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Prayer Meeting – Sunday mornings at 7:45 a.m., and Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. – Zoom link. Call in is not an option for these meetings.
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Every Sunday – Fellowship Hour– Immediately following Worship Services on the Lower Level
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Every Sunday – Dixon Bible Study - Following 8:30 AM Worship Service - Lower Level, Meyer Classroom #2
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Monthly - 3rd Thursday – Virtual Church Council Meeting –
Next Meeting - September 21, 2023
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Use your spiritual gifts! 🙏
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Did you know that several prominent 19th century Chicagoans, including Eliza Garrett, Orrington Lunt, John Turner, and Grant Goodrich, belonged to our church? And did you know that they all are buried in Rosehill Cemetery on Chicago’s north side? Watch for announcements of a walking tour of Rosehill Cemetery to take place on October 7, 2023. We will visit these graves and the graves of many other prominent First Church members.
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You are invited to submit your own "Did You Know" about the Chicago Temple and Church History to [email protected]
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2023 Parking Passes are Available. Please see a Sunday Usher. This is for street parking on Sunday on Clark St.
BE SURE your placard is in your dashboard window to avoid having your car towed away.
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS CORNER |
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HERE IS HOW TO VIEW ONLINE SERVICES |
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Sunday Services will also be streamed on our
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First United Methodist Church at the Chicago Temple
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