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March
Sunday, March 31, 2019
3:00pm
Immanuel Lutheran Church
310 E. Main St.
East Dundee, Illinois
Save the afternoon of Sunday, March 31 at 3:00pm for “Lenten Tidings of Comfort and Joy” – an organ recital based on hymns of comfort combined with Bible readings and commentary by Immanuel's Pastor Bill Yonker. Emily Woock, director of parish music at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Elmhurst, will be playing Immanuel’s Cassavant organ for this special concert benefitting the Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. At Redeemer, Miss Woock plays organ, directs the choirs and handbells, and is the general music teacher for grades K-4 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, also in Elmhurst. Trained first as an organist, she has performed throughout the United States and Germany.
There is no charge for admission, but a free will offering will be taken to benefit the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. Plan to stay after the recital for fellowship and reception time with Comfort Dogs and their handlers, tasty comfort foods, and more!
3:00pm
Immanuel Lutheran Church
310 E. Main St.
East Dundee, Illinois
Save the afternoon of Sunday, March 31 at 3:00pm for “Lenten Tidings of Comfort and Joy” – an organ recital based on hymns of comfort combined with Bible readings and commentary by Immanuel's Pastor Bill Yonker. Emily Woock, director of parish music at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Elmhurst, will be playing Immanuel’s Cassavant organ for this special concert benefitting the Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. At Redeemer, Miss Woock plays organ, directs the choirs and handbells, and is the general music teacher for grades K-4 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, also in Elmhurst. Trained first as an organist, she has performed throughout the United States and Germany.
There is no charge for admission, but a free will offering will be taken to benefit the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. Plan to stay after the recital for fellowship and reception time with Comfort Dogs and their handlers, tasty comfort foods, and more!
April
Exodus World Service
Friday, April 5, 2019
6:30pm – Check in & Reception
7:15pm – Dinner & Program
Drury Lane
100 Drury Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
Join the Exodus staff in celebrating the transformative relationships between refugees and volunteers! You will hear stories of connections all along the refugee-highway as volunteers embrace refuges with dignity, respect and compassion. We look forward to inspiring evening together.
For more information, go to the website: www.ExodusWorldService.org or call (630) 307-1400
Friday, April 5, 2019
6:30pm – Check in & Reception
7:15pm – Dinner & Program
Drury Lane
100 Drury Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
Join the Exodus staff in celebrating the transformative relationships between refugees and volunteers! You will hear stories of connections all along the refugee-highway as volunteers embrace refuges with dignity, respect and compassion. We look forward to inspiring evening together.
For more information, go to the website: www.ExodusWorldService.org or call (630) 307-1400
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Saturday, April 6, 2019
Boarding begins: 1:00pm Ship sails: 5:00pm St. Paul Early Childhood Center 5650 North Canfield Chicago, Illinois |
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Want to chase the winter blues away? Then sail away with us on Saturday April 6, for the "Island of Enchantment" and Latin America. Everyone of all ages is invited to join us on the Lido Deck
(St. Paul gymnasium).
Learn the steps and rich history of the dances of Latin America at the Hispanic Dance Workshop lead by Joe Ruiz, Nilda Pauley and the Lasting Impressions Hispanic Dance Group.
Deck chairs will be provided for those who wish to watch and listen.
ADMISSION:
$10/adult
$3/child ages 7 & older
FREE: Children ages 6 & younger
Proceeds to benefit St. Paul Early Childhood Center
(St. Paul gymnasium).
Learn the steps and rich history of the dances of Latin America at the Hispanic Dance Workshop lead by Joe Ruiz, Nilda Pauley and the Lasting Impressions Hispanic Dance Group.
Deck chairs will be provided for those who wish to watch and listen.
ADMISSION:
$10/adult
$3/child ages 7 & older
FREE: Children ages 6 & younger
Proceeds to benefit St. Paul Early Childhood Center
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Saturday, April 6, 2019
5:00pm Sunday, April 7, 2019 9:00am St. John Lutheran Church 7214 South Cass Avenue Darien, IL 6056 |
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St. John Lutheran Church will host the LCMS Area Director for Eastern and Southern Africa, Rev. Shauen Trump, on the weekend of April, 6-7. Rev. Trump will preach a sermon on “The Church in Antioch” on Saturday at 5:00pm and on Sunday at 9:00am. Following the Sunday service, breakfast will be served. Rev. Trump will give a presentation titled “God’s Work in East Africa” and answer questions about his overseas ministry and life as a career missionary. A freewill offering to support the work of the Trump Family Ministry will be received. All are welcome to hear Rev. Trump preach.
Those interested in attending the breakfast presentation are asked to RSVP by contacting the church at 630-969-7987 on or before April 2, 2019.
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Saturday, April 20, 2019
9:00am – 11:00am St. John Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center 7214 South Cass Avenue Darien, IL 60561 |
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St. John Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center will host an Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 20, from 9:00am to 11:00am with an Egg Hunt at 10:00am. A Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog will be on hand to personally greet everyone. In addition to looking for treat-filled plastic eggs, children and their families will have the opportunity to participate in games and to make crafts at 9:00am. There will be a puppet show at 9:30am and 10:30am. This family-friendly event is open to the public free of charge. It promises to be a joy-filled morning.
Saturday, April 27, 2019
9:00am – 11:00am
St. John Lutheran Church
7214 South Cass Avenue
Darien, IL 60561
9:00am – 11:00am
St. John Lutheran Church
7214 South Cass Avenue
Darien, IL 60561
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Are you tired of yelling at the kids? Do you dream of just one day with no arguing or whining? Are you tired of fighting against the TV world that rewards disrespectful behavior with a laugh track? Have you read every parenting book on the planet and yet nothing ever changes? If your answer is "yes" to any of these questions, then this event is for you! The Moms Connect Group of St. John Lutheran Church will sponsor a free Parenting Workshop open to the community on Saturday, April 27, from 9:00am to 11:00am. The topic will be “Respectful Kids.” The featured speaker will be Dr. Todd Cartmell, child psychologist. Complimentary childcare will be provided. |
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After you enjoy a complimentary breakfast, Dr. Cartmell, will help you as a mom, dad, grandparent, or legal guardian transform kids' disrespectful behavior into new respectful habits that will change the dynamics of your family. Learn power-packed biblical strategies for teaching respectful behavior, turning on respectful behavior, and turning off disrespectful behavior.
Filled with humor and practical ideas that you can use right away, Dr. Cartmell will show you how to teach your kids the right lessons, the right way. Dr. Cartmell practices in Wheaton, Illinois. He received his doctorate from Fuller Theological Seminary and is the author of five faith-based parenting books, including 8 Simple Tools for Raising Great Kids. His parenting workshops have been enjoyed by thousands of parents throughout the country and his parenting blog has loyal followers everywhere.
Registration by April 22 is required. Call 630-969-7987 or email deaconess.phaedra@sjlcdarien.org if you have questions.
May
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Saturday, May 4, 2019
9:00am – 12:00pm Lake Park High School Football Stadium @ West Campus 500 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue Roselle, Illinois Please join Lake Park for our first ever Stomp Out Stigma 2 Mile Walk/Run & Resource Fair |
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Stomp Out Stigma will take place on Saturday, May 4th. The race will start promptly at 9:05 am. Following the event, there will be a Resource Fair, food, and music! The walk/run will begin at the Lake Park Football Stadium/Track located at West Campus.
Stomp Out Stigma is about eliminating the stigma of mental health. Did you know 1 in 5 Americans struggle with mental health? The likelihood that we know someone struggling with mental health is great, but we may not know because often times people struggle in silence. A major barrier for someone seeking support is the stigma that our society has placed on mental illness. Our goal is to STOMP OUT STIGMA. Registration ($15) will allow the individual to participate in the walk/run. Please remember to add the Stomp Out Stigma T-Shirt at checkout (+$10), where you can specify your size. T-shirts will be distributed before the event. Please be sure to provide a valid email during registration, as you will receive communication about packet pick-up via email. 100% of the proceeds from this event will benefit NAMI DuPage. Questions? Please email Paige Harlston, Lake Park Social Worker, at: pharlston@lphs.org with any questions regarding this event.
Stomp Out Stigma is about eliminating the stigma of mental health. Did you know 1 in 5 Americans struggle with mental health? The likelihood that we know someone struggling with mental health is great, but we may not know because often times people struggle in silence. A major barrier for someone seeking support is the stigma that our society has placed on mental illness. Our goal is to STOMP OUT STIGMA. Registration ($15) will allow the individual to participate in the walk/run. Please remember to add the Stomp Out Stigma T-Shirt at checkout (+$10), where you can specify your size. T-shirts will be distributed before the event. Please be sure to provide a valid email during registration, as you will receive communication about packet pick-up via email. 100% of the proceeds from this event will benefit NAMI DuPage. Questions? Please email Paige Harlston, Lake Park Social Worker, at: pharlston@lphs.org with any questions regarding this event.
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Saturday, May 11, 2019
5:30 – 11:30pm Marriot Naperville 1801 Naper Blvd. Naperville, Illinois 60563 |
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Join us for an elegant evening Under the Sea!
Help NAMI DuPage continue to improve the lives of those with mental illness and their families through its many support and education programs, and its advocacy at the state and national level.
Even if you can’t attend, you can still be entered into the cash raffle, so don’t forget to purchase online! Drink tickets also available for pre-purchase.
Tickets on sale now!
Help NAMI DuPage continue to improve the lives of those with mental illness and their families through its many support and education programs, and its advocacy at the state and national level.
Even if you can’t attend, you can still be entered into the cash raffle, so don’t forget to purchase online! Drink tickets also available for pre-purchase.
Tickets on sale now!
June
Saturday, June 22, 2019
9:00am
Immanuel Lutheran Church
4733 W. Cermak Road
Hillside, Illinois
9:00am
Immanuel Lutheran Church
4733 W. Cermak Road
Hillside, Illinois
The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF) orchards are meant to provide our community with environmental and nutritional benefits for decades; combat climate change through the known benefits trees have for the air, soil, and water; restore ecosystems and animal habitat; and empower volunteers to take positive action for the environment. Our program creates outdoor edible orchard classroom for schools of all levels to provide students with environmental education opportunities and a source of improved school lunch nutrition. This New Orchard in our community outreach can offer fresh fruit to local food pantries and community members along with untold health, education and environmental benefits.
Planting Day – Saturday, June 22, 9:00am
Old Schoolhouse Community Garden
An average orchard can be planted in a half day with sufficient volunteers. Our project will be completed under the direction of FTPF’s arborist, who is also available to provide a fruit tree care workshop upon request. At the planting, there will be plenty of smiles as volunteers, including families and children, find great joy and learning from the experience. Lo-cal media often attends our events to report on the effort.
All are WELCOME and all are welcome to the harvest!
For more information or to volunteer, contact:
Jayne Siou
oldschoolhousegardens@gmail.com
(708) 261-2006
Planting Day – Saturday, June 22, 9:00am
Old Schoolhouse Community Garden
An average orchard can be planted in a half day with sufficient volunteers. Our project will be completed under the direction of FTPF’s arborist, who is also available to provide a fruit tree care workshop upon request. At the planting, there will be plenty of smiles as volunteers, including families and children, find great joy and learning from the experience. Lo-cal media often attends our events to report on the effort.
All are WELCOME and all are welcome to the harvest!
For more information or to volunteer, contact:
Jayne Siou
oldschoolhousegardens@gmail.com
(708) 261-2006
October
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Event: 2019 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Date: Sunday, October 13, 2019 The Phil’s Friends 2019 Bank of America Chicago Marathon team is looking for runners, either experienced or novice, to join our team! Would you like to make a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer by moving your feet? Do you want to be part of a community of runners? We are building our 2019 Marathon team and if you answered yes to either of those, please consider joining us! Minimum fundraising commitment of $1,500 is required. Email Steve DeLuca at steved@philsfriends.org for more information. |
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