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Well, I suppose it's an invitation, "Won't you be my neighbor?" It's an invitation for somebody to be close to you. –Fred Rogers From the time you were very little, you've had people who have smiled you into smiling, people who have talked you into talking, sung you into singing, loved you into loving. So, on this extra special day, let's take some time to think of those extra special people. Some of them may be right here, some may be far away. Some may even be in heaven. No matter where they are, deep down you know they've always wanted what was best for you. They've always cared about you beyond measure and have encouraged you to be true to the best within you -Fred Rogers As human beings, our job in life is to help people realize how rare and valuable each one of us really is, that each of us has something that no one else has – or ever will have – something inside that is unique to all time. –Fred Rogers When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping. -Fred Rogers
God is still speaking …
No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey …
You are welcome here! A SPECIAL WARM WELCOME TO OUR GUESTS!
Thank you for joining us in worship! Please let us know a little more about you by taking a moment to sign the red friendship folders in the row next to you. If you should have a prayer concern or would like to meet with the Pastor please indicate this next to your name. Thank you!
Following worship please join us in Fellowship Hall for an informal Continental Breakfast.
Please note our worship services are online and televised, your participation in the service may be visible during these live ministries. If you should not wish your child to be on screen, please refrain from sending them forward during the children’s time or have them sit directly in front of the pews in the front.
Nursery/childcare is available for children up to age 2 and is located just off the church parlor
Nursery and Sunday School: The nursery is open today for infants through age 2. 3yr olds- 1st grade will meet in the Mayflower Room, grades 2nd -4th will meet in the Godly Play Library Room (502).
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Man is a Religious Animal. He is the only Religious Animal. He is the only animal that has the True Religion--several of them. He is the only animal that loves his neighbor as himself and cuts his throat if his theology isn't straight. He has made a graveyard of the globe in trying his honest best to smooth his brother's path to happiness and heaven....The higher animals have no religion. And we are told that they are going to be left out in the Hereafter. I wonder why? It seems questionable taste. –Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)
Did you know that World Communion Sunday began in 1936? In an effort to speak to the need for unity and the interconnectedness and intention of interdependence of churches and denominations upon one another the Presbyterian church began to practice world communion. It quickly spread to other Christians around the globe and reminds us our need to strive to see God across denominational and doctrinal lines and to work together to glorify Christ in the world.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Pastor Scott MOMENT OF AWARENESS PADS-Dave Hersemann PRELUDE O Praise the Lord, All Ye Nations -Klotzbeacher Chancel Choir *SHARING THE PEACE *OPENING SONG This Is My Song -Sibelius This is my song, O God of all the nations, A song of peace for lands afar and mine. This is my home, the country where my heart is, Here are my hopes, my dreams, my holy shrine. But other hearts in other lands are beating, With hopes and dreams as true and high as mine. My country's skies are bluer than the ocean, And sunlight beams on clover leaf and pine. But other lands have sunlight too, and clover, And skies are everywhere as blue as mine. O hear my song, O God of all the nations, A song of peace for their land and for mine CALL TO WORSHIP (Responsive) Pastor Scott God of the lonely and grieving, of the abandoned and the parentless, God of the refugee without a home and migrants who finds themselves far from the familiar with only the clothes they carry upon their backs –Who calls each of us by name –every nation, every race, every people… Who is my neighbor? In a world that favors the “chosen” at the expense of the sojourner
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Help us to lead with compassion and love. It is You Lord Who lives within me. Help me to love those You love, to help those you help, and to live and do as You would do. May I live in such a way that there is no doubt Who is Lord of my life. Amen.
CHILDREN’S SONG Jesus Loves Me (1st Verse) CHILDREN’S MESSAGE Pastor Scott The Lord’s Prayer (read in unison) Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever and ever. Amen. CHILDREN’S SONG Jesus Loves Me (2nd verse) Jesus loves me still today, Walking with me on my way, Wanting as a friend to give, Light and love to all who live. SCRIPTURE READING Linda Schranz Deuteronomy 10:12-19 Galatians 2:19-21 MINISTRY OF MUSIC If You’re Out There -Bryant/Harris/Prather/Stephens Band SILENT MOMENT OF REFLECTION MESSAGE Sharing the Value and Dignity of All God’s Children -Pastor Scott SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION Pastors Scott Oberle & Cathy Sanders
This table reminds us of the open invitation and grace of God. This table is open to any and all who seek deeper relationship with God in receiving the Bread of Life for life’s journey and the cup of God’s salvation in Christ. Christ invites each of us to come, taste and see the goodness of God. Therefore, we offer this table to all God’s children – no exceptions! Welcome to the table God has prepared!
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Invitation to the table Silent Moment of Confession Prayer of Confession Assurance of God’s Grace Words of Institution Distribution of the elements Special Music Come to the Table, Come to the Lord! -Fair/Martin Chancel Choir Prayer of Thanksgiving
OFFERING OURSELVES AND OUR GIFTS TO GOD Pastor Cathy Sharing Our Gifts with the Offertory Offertory Music Justin Kono *Presentation of the Gifts with Praise (sung in unison) To God, all glorious heavenly light, To Christ revealed in earthly night, To God the Spirit now we raise, Our joyful song of thankful praise.
*Prayer of Dedication Pastor Cathy
*CLOSING SONG #291 Alleluia No. 1 (verses 1, 2 & 4) -Fishel *BENEDICTION Ancient Words -Deshazo POSTLUDE He Never Failed Me Yet -Ray Chancel Choir
OUR TIME OF WORSHIP TOGETHER HAS ENDED. NOW MAY OUR CHRISTIAN SERVICE BEGIN!
Today’s Musicians Vocals: Kelley Calpin, Emily Durham, Anthony Berg
Bass: Eric von Holst Percussion: Lily West Piano: Justin Kono
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PRAYER CONCERNS AND COMMUNITY JOYS
Wyatt Butkus infant son of Kelly and Mike Butkus-hospitalized with heart complications, Patti Miller, victims of earthquakes in Indonesia, Karen Zyche, Dorothy Allen, Vern Cleveland, Ann Springer- Brett Owen’s mom going in for knee replacement surgery tomorrow
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GREETERS: John & Skyla Hall, James & Jennifer Hallman USHERS: Fred Borrowman, Eric Nelson, Dave Williams, Dick Hill HEAD USHER: Dirk Gutzke COUNTERS: Skyla Hall, Paul Zimmerman (Lead Counter) Jim Finucane This week’s continental breakfast will be served by Congregational Care.
Upcoming Announcements
Monday, Oct. 8th, 6:45 p.m. – Youth Prison Outreach meeting/Chapel
NEW Administrative Deadline for bulletin –Tuesday by 3:00 pm
Bible Study—at the Public Library meeting room A at 1pm. We will host a study about environmental stewardship, five-5 consecutive weeks through October 9th. An evening class will be held by Jan Hessler. All meetings will take place in Conference Room A of the Downers Grove Public Library. THREE discussions on Jim Antal's book, Climate Church, Climate World: how people of faith must work for change. Dates and times are
1. Tuesday, Oct. 9th, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., 2. Monday, Oct. 15th, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. 3. Tuesday, Oct. 23rd, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Caring For Creation: "Grasshopper Theology: From Climate Disaster To The Promised Land" by Brooks Berndt, May 25, 2018. It may be found at http://www.ucc.org/grasshopper_theology_from_climate_disaster_to_the_promised_land Low Back Pain Workshop-Sat. November 3, 2018, Location: First Congregational Church, Downers Grove, 10 am – 11 am-Back pain can be a hindrance to enjoying everyday activities, Mary Lou Savino, owner and therapist with Be Fit Physical Therapy, will help you understand how to work with your back issues. Here’s some of what you’ll learn: The #1 Mistake back pain and sciatica sufferers make which actually stops them from healing…3 Common Causes of Back Pain and Sciatica…The Way to Pick the Right Treatment for the Cause of Your Pain (saving time and money in the process) Problems in your back that can cause pain, numbness or tingling in your leg What successful treatment and permanent relief looks like without the side effects of medications, injections or surgery. Come out and enjoy yourself while learning how to get a healthy and happy lifestyle back! PADS-Food and Volunteers Still Needed for October! Good news all necessary food is covered except for orange juice for mornings. This year there is no donated soup. So if anyone would like to make some soup to donate, please let me know. We still need volunteers for evening and breakfast shifts. If you can help, come see me in fellowship hall after the service, or call me at 630 985-4416. FCC Bridge Group: Attention Bridge Players!! The 2018/2019 Bridge Season is about to begin. If you are interested in joining us please contact Marilyn Katrein 708 341-7445 or Pam Wiemerslage 630 985-34566 by the end of September.
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YOUTH GIVING PROJECT: This Sunday, October 7th, all elementary through high school, please sign-up in Fellowship Hall after church for our CROP WALK FOR HUNGER food drive and PADS Halloween costume drive for children. We will also be asking for non-perishable items for the Crop Walk. Donation boxes are located in the West entrances and the Curtiss side on Sunday mornings. Our next YOUTH GIVING MINISTRY event will be: CROP WALK 2018 Sunday, October 14th, 1:30-3:30 pm at Gloria Dei Church. Please park at Downers Grove North High School. Register this Sunday and pick up information following church, in Fellowship Hall. Any questions, please call or email Dena Provenzano/630-660-7445 [email protected]
Congregational Care will have names/sizes for head start children in need of winter coats in Fellowship Hall following church on October 14th. We also will have names of PADS guests and other in house ministries in need of warmth. Returns will be on October 28th in front of the chapel balcony at 9:00am preceding church. This continues a service our church family has helped with for over 50 years. .?.?’s call Ann Mullen at 630-969-3287 Women's Fellowship: We'll stay at the church for Stitch and Chat in the Parlor. Friday, October 19, from about 9:30-11:30 AM., you don't need to bring anything to stitch, but can just hang out and chat. This is a very casual gathering. Come if and when you can, even if for only a few minutes. Questions? Contact me, Peggy Gutzke Home: 630-971-1382 Cell: 630-632-3014 [email protected] POSTCARD PARTY: We are hosting two postcard parties in October. The postcard parties are an easy way to be involved in the upcoming election. We will have postcards to personalize and address to people who have voted in the past, reminding them to vote in the November 6 election. This is a non-partisan event, and the cards are being sent to registered voters in the 6th Illinois District. Please join us Thursday, October 18 at either session, 2-4 PM or 7-9 PM in Fellowship Hall. We will provide beverages and snacks - you provide the writing! Donations of stamps are welcomed. Bring a friend along too! Fellowship Ministry-Dinner for 8: It's time once again to sign up for Dinner for 8. It's easy to sign up; we have a table set up in Fellowship Hall, just come over and pick up a form, fill it out and return it. Once we have all the forms we will set up groups of 8. The host will contact the group and set up a date for a potluck dinner. If you haven't participated in the past please consider signing up this year. It is a fun evening and you will get to know some of the people you see every Sunday a little better! We hope you will give it a try. The deadline for signing up is October 14th. FCC Brothers Social Events: We are full speed ahead Sunday, October 14th at 12 noon at Emmett’s we will meet to watch the Bears play Miami. Men, (working or retired) please join us as we rejuvenate FCC Brothers. For more info, contact Eric Nelson at [email protected], or (630) 740-8451. Christian Education is beginning to recruit our volunteers that we will need for Sunday School this year. This fall, we will continue with Godly Play for the pre-k to first graders in the Chapel, as well as for the 2nd-4th graders in the church library (this has changed from the 6th floor classroom). Additionally, 5th and 6th grade will continue to meet in the youth room. Their curriculum has changed slightly as they will rotate between two different sets of curricula. We will need two volunteers per Sunday to be in the nursery. If you are interested in teaching within any of these areas, please contact Megan Ruschke at 630-390-4302 or [email protected]
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ADULT COLORING: Studies have shown that coloring reduces stress and anxiety, and provides relaxation. In addition to those benefits, our Adult Coloring group also provides fellowship - and we will be coloring all throughout the summer in our new location in the Church Library on the 5th level. Come join us on Tuesdays, 10AM to 12NOON. Even if you have not colored before, or don't have pencils or books, you are welcome. We always have extra supplies for visitors! We look forward to seeing you and sharing the benefits of Adult Coloring. Mission Ministry: Calling all volunteers - join our prison ministry team at the Illinois Youth Center (Warrenville)! Each Thursday evening, two members of our team teach a “life skills” class to help better prepare the youth for life outside the juvenile justice system. You can volunteer as often as you would like, but you don’t need to be there every week. Our spring semester has begun. If you are interested in this rewarding volunteer opportunity, please contact Amy Curran at [email protected] or 630-964-2205 for more information. Chancel Flowers: Did you know that the flowers displayed on the Chancel are donated by church members? Everyone is invited to donate flowers in joy, celebration or remembrance of a loved one. The cost to donate is $35.00 and there is a sign up calendar on the bulletin board on the Sanctuary level, south entrance. When you donate a floral arrangement you are encouraged to take it home with you following service so that you may enjoy its purpose. We do ask, however, that you return the vase so that we can recycle them with the florist. Any questions, please see Linda Schranz or Barb Hammack. MANNA: Manna Cards- Manna Cards- There are three easy ways to purchase cards and increase income for our church ministries. You can purchase or order for purchase actual cards, you can reload cards you have purchased and you can now get ecards on your device. You can go to www.ShopWithScrip.com. Questions? Email Laurie Olsen at [email protected] and Steve Johnson at [email protected]. or come by the Manna Table during Coffee Hour. Conscious Bean Coffee- This is the direct trade coffee served during coffee hour that travels from San Lucas Toliman, Guatemala to our church. We purchase the coffee for North Central College Enactus a student run organization. You can purchase this coffee for your own use during coffee hour. It is available in one pound bags or KCups. New flavored coffees are now available. Come learn more! Greater Chicago Food Depository Wednesday Night Repack: Join church members each Wednesday evening from 6:00 – 9:00 pm for a food repack session. The Greater Chicago Food Depository is located at 4100 W. Ann Lurie Place, which is just off the Stevenson Expressway at Pulaski Road. For more information, contact David Hersemann at [email protected], or Laurel Carlson at [email protected]. Amazon Smile: When you shop @AmazonSmile, Amazon will make a donation to First Congregational United Church of Christ. https://smile.amazon.com/ch/36-2361106
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Coming Up This Week SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2018
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Jr Choir Rehearsal-Coffee House
9:30 AM - 10:30 PM Sunday School
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Worship Service-Sanctuary
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Blood Pressure checks-Parlor
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM Bells Rehearsal
MONDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2018
6:00 AM Acceptance Group of Alcoholics Anonymous-Coffee House
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Martial Arts Parlor
6:00 PM PADS Guest Arrive -Fellowship Hall
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM Youth Prison Outreach/Chapel
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2018
6:00 AM Acceptance Group of Alcoholics Anonymous-Coffee House
7:00 AM PADs Guest Leave
10:00 AM Adult Coloring Group-Library
1:00 PM Bible Study-DG Public Library Room A
3:00 PM Administrative Deadline for Bulletin
6:30 PM Building & Grounds Committee meeting-Room 503
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2nd Tues Song Circle-Two Way St Coffee House
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2018
6:00 AM Acceptance Group of Alcoholics Anonymous-Coffee House
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Bible Study (at members' homes)
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM FCLC Jumpbunch Parlor
11:00 AM Church Staff Meeting-Library
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Greater Chicago Food Depository Night Repack
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Grounds Of Hope-Coffee House
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Alanon meeting-Coffee House
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2018
6:00 AM Acceptance Group of Alcoholics Anonymous-Coffee House
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM FCLC Board Meeting-Library
7:00 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal-Music Room
7:00 PM Scouts-Fellowship Hall
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2018
6:00 AM Acceptance Group of Alcoholics Anonymous-Coffee House
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Martial Arts Parlor
8:15 PM Two Way Street Concert-Coffee House
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2018
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Martial Arts Parlor
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM All Bridge Saints-Fellowship Hall/Kitchen
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An Open and Affirming Congregation 1047 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515 • 630-968-0358
OUR CHURCH STAFF The Rev. Scott Oberle, Senior Pastor ........................................... [email protected] Cathy Sanders, Minister of Pastoral Care and Visitation ............. [email protected] Rev. Karen Nachtigall, Pastoral Ministry Team [email protected] Kelley Calpin, Director of Music Ministries ..................................... [email protected] Maria Carini, Assistant to the Minister of Music ............................ [email protected] Dena Provenzano, Director of Youth Ministries .................. [email protected] Acting Director of Family Minsitries ............................................................ Open Position Sarah Forillo, Sunday School Coordinator .......................................... [email protected] Leslie McFarland, Administrative Secretary ................................. [email protected] Kimberly Rutter, Bookkeeper ....................................................... [email protected] Carl Lorek, Custodian/Maintenance Supervisor ................................... [email protected] Kim Choate, Director, First Congregational Learning Center ... [email protected] Dave Humphreys, Two Way Street Coffee House ................ [email protected] Bill Hammack, A-V Specialist ............................................................. [email protected] Len Potter, Broadcasting Ministries .................................................. [email protected] Justin Kono, Band Director ......................................................... [email protected] The Rev. Dr. Robert D. Schieler, Pastor Emeritus
Our church staff is available Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Fridays by appointment.
Office Phone: 630-968-0358 Office E-mail: [email protected]
In pastoral emergencies, Pastor Scott can be reached at 630-432-0380.
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