October 16, 2016 9:30 AM Worship

No matter who you are, No matter where you are On life’s journey, You are welcome here.

Worship begins with chimes. The prelude is a time of reflection and preparation for the worship of God.

Please silence cell phones. Bibles for use during worship are available at each entrance to the Sanctuary.

THOUGHT FOR PREPARATION "Winning does not tempt him. His growth is this: to be deeply defeated by the ever-greater One."

- Ranier Maria Rilke

PRELUDE If We Ever Needed The Lord Before (We Sure Do Need Him Now) Take 6 Gospel Trio

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Matt Fitzgerald

* WELCOMING EACH OTHER

* CALL TO WORSHIP One: We gather here in anticipation,

All: seeking an encounter with our Holy God, One: who comes among us in unexpected ways and forms, All: who invites us to wrestle with our questions and doubts, One: who richly blesses us, and calls us each by name. All: Let’s worship God together!

* HYMN This is the Day Black Hymnal No. 84 This is the day, this is the day, that the Lord has made, that the Lord has made; we will rejoice, we will rejoice, and be glad in it, and be glad in it. This is the day that the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it; This is the day, this is the day that the Lord has made.

This is the day, this is the day Jesus rose again, Jesus rose again; we will rejoice, we will rejoice, and be glad in it, and be glad in it. This is the day Jesus rose again, we will rejoice and be glad in it; This is the day, this is the day Jesus rose again.

This is the day, this is the day when the Spirit came, when the Spirit came; we will rejoice, we will rejoice, and be glad in it, and be glad in it. This is the day, when the Spirit came, we will rejoice and be glad in it; This is the day, this is the day when the Spirit came.

During the Response, students may leave the Sanctuary and go to their classrooms.

JK/Kindergarten teachers will be waiting in the back of the church, and 1st through 7th grade teachers will be waiting at the side door of the church to lead the students. If you would like to accompany your child, you’re welcome to drop them off and then return to

worship.

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Merciful God, we confess that we have hidden our light and failed to share the love of Christ.

We have walked away from the people Jesus called us to serve. Our prayers have been mostly for ourselves. We have deemed our church an escape from the city

rather than a sanctuary for it.

Give us courage to wrestle honestly with the things we don’t understand; to grapple daily with what it means to faithfully follow you.

We are your people, chosen and named by you. Grant us your continued blessing

and mark us with your love and grace as we seek to live as your forgiven people.

Amen.

MOMENT OF SILENT PRAYER

WORDS OF ASSURANCE

RESPONSE Black Hymnal No. 423, v. 3 Pardon for sin and a peace so enduring, Your own dear presence to cheer and to guide,

Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow, Blessings all mine with ten thousand beside.

ANTHEM The Wedding Banquet Flo Paris Pauls People Ryan Pederson, guitar

Kecia Waldschmidt, director

THE BIBLICAL WORD FOR THIS DAY Joan Rowland Genesis 32:22-31 (NSRV) The same night Jacob got up and took his two wives, his two maids, and his eleven

children, and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. He took them and sent them across the stream, and likewise everything that he had.

Jacob was left alone; and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. When the man

saw that he did not prevail against Jacob, he struck him on the hip socket; and Jacob’s hip was put out of joint as he wrestled with him. Then he said, “Let me go,

for the day is breaking.” But Jacob said, “I will not let you go, unless you bless me.” So he said to him, “What is your name?” And he said, “Jacob.”

Then the man said, “You shall no longer be called Jacob, but Israel, for you have

striven with God and with humans, and have prevailed.” Then Jacob asked him, “Please tell me your name.” But he said, “Why is it that you ask my name?” And

there he blessed him. So Jacob called the place Peniel, saying, “For I have seen God face to face, and yet my life is preserved.” The sun rose upon him as he passed Penuel, limping because of his hip.

* A STATEMENT OF FAITH

We believe in God who has created and is creating, who has come to us in Jesus Christ to reconcile and make us new,

who works in us and others by the Holy Spirit. We trust God. God calls us to be the Church, to celebrate God’s presence, to love and serve others, to care for creation, to seek justice and to resist evil,

to proclaim Jesus, crucified and risen, our judge and our hope. In life and death, in life beyond death, God is with us. We are not alone. Thanks be to God!

* RESPONSE Black Hymnal No. 11, v. 6 Great, living God, never fully known, joyful darkness far beyond our seeing,

closer yet than breathing, everlasting home: Hail and Hosanna, great, living God!

SERMON Wrestling God Sarah Garcia

* HYMN I Look to You in Every Need Black Hymnal No. 463 vs. 1, 3 I look to you in every need, and never look in vain;

I feel your strong and tender love, and all is well again: The thought of you is mightier far than sin and pain and sorrow are. Serene and calm, you circle me, my restlessness to still; Around me flows your quickening life, to nerve my faltering will; Your presence fills my solitude; your providence turns all to good.

MISSION MOMENT Cheryl Kennedy Bosom Buddies OFFERTORY “Ringin’ Them Bells” Spiritual

Gospel Trio

* FESTIVAL DOXOLOGY

Praise God from Whom all blessings flow, Praise God all creatures here below, Alleluia, Alleluia! Praise God above, ye heavenly host, Creator, Christ and Holy Ghost.

Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia! Alleluia, Alleluia!

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH THE LORD’S PRAYER

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. Amen.

* HYMN Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing Black Hymnal No. 77

Lord, dismiss us with your blessing; fill our hearts with joy and peace; Let us each your love possessing, triumph in redeeming grace: Oh, refresh us, oh refresh us, traveling through this wilderness. We give thanks and adoration for your gospel’s joyful sound; May the fruits of your salvation in our hearts and lives abound:

Ever faithful, ever faithful to the truth may we be found. So that when your love shall call us, Savior from the world away, Fear of death shall not appall us, glad your summons to obey; May we ever, may we ever live with you in endless day.

* BENEDICTION * BENEDICTION RESPONSE Amen, amen, amen.

POSTLUDE Keep Your Hand On The Plow Spiritual Gospel Trio

Following Worship, all are invited for coffee and snacks downstairs in the Social Hall

TODAY’S WORSHIP LEADERS: Head Usher: Beatrice Jaji Ushers: Brian Hafner, Bruce Voice

Acolyte Coordinators: Micki Fayhee, Cindy Zinn Ball Acolytes: Jack Kahan, Greta Schmahl Head Greeter: Greg Mooney Special Accommodations: Dodd Brown Gospel Trio: Brendan Henry, piano; Joel Kelsey, bass; David Agee, drums

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR were donated by Mark Pellegrino.

BORN THIS WEEK IN OCTOBER

Donations to the Birthday Fund support A Just Harvest

We celebrate and give thanks for your life at St. Pauls.

October 16: Hannah Barton, Lydia Richardson October 17: Del Arsenault, Laura Range, Tilly Wilhoite

October 18: Emila Gannello, Rex Tincknell October 19: Cynthia Avery, Bob Ball, Dean Corrin, Nancy Kay Guigle

October 20: Jeff Carlson, Kyle Johnson, Lauren Koury, Alex Reeds October 21: Elizabeth Beck, Gloria Joseph, Mike Lohnes, Linda Patton, Arthur Spietz October 22: Trip Campbell, Jerry Glashagel, Carolyn Grunst, Jennifer Heiney, Tobi Morrow,

Anna Soard

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ST. PAULS BOOK “SALE” FOR LINCOLN PARK HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS – Please

buy one or more today or in coming weeks. The English Department at LPHS will enrich the curriculum for their seniors beyond the capacity of their budget by adding a play. We can help

them do it. They have chosen Fences by American playwright August Wilson. Written in 1983 and set in 1950’s, it is the sixth in Wilson's ten-part "Pittsburgh Cycle". Like all of the

"Pittsburgh" plays, Fences explores the evolving African-American experience and examines race relations, among other themes. The play won the 1987 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 1987 Tony Award for Best Play. Book sales will be in the upstairs hall and the social hall. The

books cost $12 each.

TODAY, CONNECTORS will be putting together “Fall Care Packages” for our college students. We will assemble the boxes after the 11:00 AM service in the Conference Room.

YOUNG ADULT MONTHLY BRUNCH – TODAY- Join us for brunch after the 11:00 AM service. We will gather during Social Hour and to Fiesta Mexicana, 2423 N Lincoln. Email

Hannah Basil at youngadults@spucc.org with questions and to RSVP. RAVENSWOOD UCC OKTOBERFEST – Today, from 12:00 to 6:00 PM

Every fall Ravenswood UCC lives into its German heritage at Oktoberfest. Admission donation of $5 is requested. Children ages 12 and under are free! Come and join us at Oktoberfest!

Ravenswood UCC - 2050 W. Pensacola Ave (one block south of Montrose between Damen and Lincoln)

BOSOM BUDDIES LUNCHEON - Sunday, October 23, 12:30 PM, Parlor. During October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we invite all who have been affected by

breast cancer in any way to join us for a light lunch and conversation. Those who’ve been through the journey will be invited to share stories. No matter where you are on that path, you’re welcome here. Suggested donation of $10 per person for the lunch, but all are welcome. RSVP to

Pastor Avena award@spucc.org.

FIRST WEDNESDAY LUNCHEON - Join us as Pastor Emeritus Tom Henry presents a Comedic History of St. Pauls! We will meet in the Parlor from 12:00 - 1:30 PM on November

2nd and enjoy lunch and stories of yore. Cost is $10/person. As always, all are welcome-please invite your friends. RSVP to Leigh by October 28 at lborge@spucc.org or 773-348-3829 ext. 2040.

SCRIPTURE READERS WANTED: Hearing God's word from a diverse group of readers

helps us celebrate the beauty of the Bible. We have lay readers for every Sunday morning of the year at both the 9:30 and 11:00 services. There will be a gathering for all Readers, experienced and inexperienced, on Sunday, November 6, at 12:15 PM in the Sanctuary. We'll go over the

procedures for reading and share tips. Please RSVP to Pastor Avena award@spucc.org.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: We will continue to pass along information in our Friday emails regarding the CMH Redevelopment. If you would like to receive up-to-the-minute information from the McCaffrey website, you can do so by visiting mi-cmh.com and clicking on project

updates in the top right corner.

The "Lincoln Common" parking lot (formerly known as the CMH parking lot) is now a pay lot.

However, St. Pauls worshippers are able to park free of charge from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Sundays. The pay terminal has now been installed in the parking lot but will not be monitored between those hours. We will receive instructions from the parking garage about how to validate

parking for St. Pauls members. If you park in the lot before 8:00 AM or after 1:00 PM you will be required to pay.

SANCTUARY ENVELOPE REMODELING PROJECT - As we talked about at our Annual Meeting this year, we are working on our Sanctuary Envelope Remodeling Project. Work is

being done to the roofing tiles, gutter system and snow guards. Work has begun on the Kemper Street stairs. The main entrance to the Sanctuary is now open. We apologize for the

inconvenience.

WANT MORE VARIETY AT COFFEE HOUR? Sign up to bring it at http://bit.ly/1RtSUuH.

ALTAR FLOWER SIGN UP - If you would like to purchase flowers for the altar please go to

our link at http://tinyurl.com/h55pl82 and sign up. There are only a few Sundays left for the year. Thank you!

JOINING ST. PAULS CHURCH ONE-SESSION NEW MEMBER CLASS, Today, from 12:30 – 2:30 PM. Learn more about

St. Pauls’ 173-year ministry of making a joyful sound in the city, meet others exploring membership, find out what we believe and how you can become more engaged. The next class will be held on January 29, 2017. Contact Pastor Matt at mfitzgerald@spucc.org to be

registered.

FAITH FORMATION SUNDAYS, 9:30 AM, Adult Faith Formation in the Parlor:

TODAY – Silence: We live in a noisy, distracting world. Our minds are full of constant

chatter and we feel a compulsion to always be and look "busy." Yet, one of the core, ancient practices of Christianity is silence. It's time to reclaim it in our lives. Discussion led by Pastor Jeff Carlson.

OCTOBER 23 - No Adult Faith Formation. Join us for the Pet blessing at 9:30 AM.

OCTOBER 30 – THE ART OF PRAYING ALOUD

1. Public Speaking 2. Snakes 3. Death

According to a recent survey, these are the things we fear most. We may not talk about snakes, but we will explore the privilege and reward of praying out loud, sharing our

concerns and joys with God. Discussion will be led by Stephen Ministry Leader Marti Pechnyo.

NOVEMBER 6 - Can poetry be exciting? Come find out as we engage in discussion with Pastor Matt as he shares a few of his favorite poems. This poetry is clear and

accessible. Some poems will be uplifting, while others are disturbing. Some will be from First Wednesday Luncheon and others will be new.

NOVEMBER 13 – No Adult Faith Formation. Join us for “How Sweet the Sound” at

10:00 AM.

NOVEMBER 20 & 27 - What is faith for the fiction writer? Flannery O’Connor wrote

with an eye on this question which we will explore together through a collaborative reading of two of her short stories: The River (on 11/20) and A Circle in the Fire (on

11/27). Copies of these stories will be available in the church office. Please join us.

FRESH START MINDFULNESS MEDITATION – Two options available beginning on

Thursdays. Choose 10:00 -11:30 AM or 7:00-8:30 PM, until November 17. A “Deepening the Practice Retreat,” will also be offered November 19, 9:00-12:00 PM. Starting fresh is available

in every moment. But how? Mindfulness meditation is an ancient and effective technique for refreshment by taming the mind and calming the nervous system. Learn/practice a variety of approaches including sitting, walking, contemplation and mindful communication. Each class

begins with light yoga stretches, followed by guided mindfulness practice and discussion. Classes are facilitated by Kimberley Lueck, a meditation practitioner for more than 20 years.

Register with Pastor Avena Ward award@spucc.org.

NEXT BIBLE STUDY: Saturday, October 22, 10:00 – 11:45 AM in the Chapel. Tobit Part 2 It’s not in our Protestant Bible, but our Catholic and Orthodox cousins have preserved this

remarkable folktale of adventure, love and healing, including a demon and an angel in disguise. Its themes are echoed in the New Testament and its characters are frequent subjects of art. If

your Bible doesn't contain it, contact Pastor Jeff Carlson for a copy. RSVP: jcarlson@spucc.org. A YEAR WITH MARILYNNE ROBINSON - You are welcome to join this reading group as

we read Lila, our final novel by the Pulitzer Prize winning author. Discussion will be Thursday,

October 27 at 7:00 PM in the Chapel. It will include a retro-1956 small-town Iowa church

potluck. Need ideas? Ask an Iowan. RSVP: Pastor Jeff Carlson, jcarlson@spucc.org. THE CHRISTIAN-BUDDHIST STUDY GROUP will meet again November 6 from 2:00-

4:00 PM at the home of Pastor Avena, 1613 N. Mohawk, Chicago. We’ll discuss the book Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nhat Hanh. Please let Pastor Avena know if you’d like to

be on the mailing list for this group at award@spucc.org.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT - Visit our Food for Thought blog to find a weekly thought provoking

article at http://www.spucc.org/blogs/food-for-thought.

UCC DAILY DEVOTIONAL - The UCC publishes a daily online devotional that arrives in your inbox today, tomorrow, every single day! Devotions are short, less than 300 words, and feature some of the UCC's most insightful voices, including our own Pastor Matt. To register for

the Still Speaking Daily Devotional: http://www.ucc.org/daily_devotional

CHILDREN AND YOUTH HIGH SCHOOL PARENTS MEETING – Sunday, October 30 at 9:45 AM in the Conference room. We want to hear form the parents about what is important to you in the St.

Pauls ministry to high school students. What are your thoughts on the mission trip? Youth group? Stressed out students? Come share your thoughts and ideas.

CHURCH SCHOOL REGISTRATION. We have Church School for 2-years- old up to 9th graders. Please register your children for church school. Even if you have registered in the past

we ask you re-register each year so we have the most up-to-date information. You can register by going to http://www.spucc.org/churchschool and clicking the Register Now button.

CHRISTIAN PAINTBALL ADVENTURE - Youth in 8th grade and above are invited to join us on an afternoon trip to the Promised Land Paintball center in Trevor, WI. We’re going on

Saturday, October 22. Meet at the church at noon and we'll drive up together or meet us there. Not into paintball? They also have archery, an ultimate frisbee course, fishing and more. For the

full package it is $35 per person. For the non-paintball package it is $15 per person. RSVP to Pastor Sarah sgarcia@spucc.org

UCAN YOUTH PEACE SUMMIT - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at UCAN-Nichols Center 3605 W Fillmore St. Join a diverse group of youth leaders from the

greater Chicagoland area for discussion workshops about: • Developing youth leadership skills • Implementing violence prevention strategies

• Improving race & cultural relationships • How to put our faith into action

• How to pursue and choose peace in our lives • Developing healthy relationships

Register by October 21, 2016: Maryam.Sousan@ucanchicago.org 773.243.7629 DO YOUR KIDS LIKE TO SING? – Youth choirs have started but new members are

welcome. No prior singing experience needed. Open to all.

CHILDREN'S CHOIR - All children grades 1-3 are welcome! Rehearsals are Sunday mornings in the Chapel from 9:00-9:30 AM directed by Nancy Voigts

(nvoigtsgod@att.net), accompanied by Karen Johnson.

PAUL'S PEOPLE - All youth in grades 4-8 are welcome! Rehearsals are Sunday

mornings in the Choir Room (upstairs) from 9:00-9:30 AM directed by Kecia Waldschmidt (keciagerman@hotmail.com).

SIGN UP TO SERVE AS AN ACOLYTE! Children in 4th - 9th grade are welcome to join the Acolyte Guild. For more information contact Micki Fayhee at deonmicki@sbcglobal.net.

YOUTH GROUPS FOR 2nd – 7th GRADERS. Every Tuesday we will have youth group for

2nd - 4th graders from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. We will have youth group for 5th -7th graders from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Pizza will be served at 5:00 PM for all kids. Eight graders and high schoolers are invited to be youth group leaders. Come for food, friendship, faith and fun.

PARENTS OF LITTLE ONES For more information contact, Corie Gallemore at corie.gallemore@gmail.com.

ST. PAULS PLAY GROUP for children from birth to 3-years-old in the church Nursery and Toddler Room. Drop in anytime from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Wednesdays.

HALLOWEEN PARTY on Saturday, October 22 from 10:00 AM to Noon, Gym. Come in

costume. Enjoy the bounce house, crafts and games. Free and open to all families with little ones.

YOUNG ADULTS A group for fun and fellowship for folks in their twenties and thirties. All are welcome!

Email youngadults@spucc.org to be added to the mailing list.

APPLE PICKING - Sunday, October 23, 12:00 PM - Join us after the 11:00 AM service for apple picking, donut eating, and hard cider tasting at Jonamac Orchard in Malta, IL. We will meet in the social hall and head out. Please RSVP to Emma Peterson at eepeterson5@gmail.com

so we can make sure we have enough cars. In case of inclement weather, we will go to The Northman Ciderpub.

CHRISTIANITY 101 - Monday, November 7, 7:00 PM -Parlor. Join Pastor Jeff and fellow young adults for a lively discussion of the real life questions we face in our daily lives. This

month's topic: “Waking Up.” Sleeping our way through life is a common way of living - not attentive to those around us, not awake to the present, to beauty, to joy, to life. We'll be looking

at ways we can wake up to the only day God gives us - today. There is no need to prepare in

advance. Please contact Hannah Basil at youngadults@spucc.org with questions and to RSVP.

FUTURE EVENTS- Volunteers wanted! Do you have ideas for an event you'd like to organize?

Maybe it's exploring a new neighborhood, seeing a show, attending a wine tasting or completing a 5K. The group needs your help.

Pick a date, coordinate the details, write a description for the bulletin and newsletters and share with Hannah Basil at youngadults@spucc.org. She will promote to the wider group and help

make the event a success!

LAY CARE GIVING

CONNECTORS provide networking and support for members and friends of St. Pauls. We send cards and care packages, make telephone calls, provide food and meals, give rides to doctor’s

appointments and the store. Membership is open to all who have the time and the inclination to help. Meetings are held once a month, except in July and December.

STEPHEN MINISTRY – In the autumn and winter we often feel grief more acutely than in the bright spring and summer months. If you are grieving a loss of any kind and would like to talk to

someone please contact Pastor Avena (award@spucc.org) or one of the Stephen Ministry Leaders Diana Laskaris (dianaminlead@gmail.com) or Marti Pechnyo (mpechnyo@gmail.com).

OUTREACH SPONSOR VIOLENCE PREVENTION: Does your employer make grants to charitable

organizations doing good work in Chicago? We are looking for sponsors for our January 15th,

2017 Polar Peace March to support the violence prevention initiatives of UCAN. For more information contact Jan Bail janbail@me.com or Pastor Jeff Carlson jcarlson@spucc.org.

BLANKETS NEEDED: The Syrian refugee family we are sponsoring is in need of extra

blankets for winter. If you have a new or gently used one to donate, please let Pastor Jeff know jcarlson@spucc.org and bring by the office. Sizes needed are: single and queen sized.

HAITI MISSION TRIP 2017 An Adult Mission Trip to work at Three Angels Orphanage is being planned for February 9-16, 2017. Group size is limited to 15. If you are interested in

going or would like more information, please contact Pastor Jeff Carlson, jcarlson@spucc.org or Greg Mooney, greg-mooney@msn.com.

EMERGENCY DISASTER ASSISTANCE is being solicited to areas affected by Hurricane Matthew. The UCC Disaster Response Network is helping. If you can contribute go to

https://transactions.ucc.org/CampaignForm/UCChrist/emergency_usa or mail a check to United Church of Christ, c/o Financial Services Office, 700 Prospect Ave, Cleveland OH 44115.

LINCOLN PARK COMMUNITY SHELTER NEEDS OVERNIGHT VOLUNTEERS.

You aren’t expected to stay up all night: you can choose to sleep or use the late-night time to

catch up on quiet projects. We have several open shifts (9:00 PM - 6:30 AM weekdays, 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM weekends) in the next few weeks. Contact the Volunteer Manager, Fawn O’Brien, to sign up: volunteer@lpcsonline.org 773-549-6111.

FEED THE HUNGRY - Community Engagement Project (CEP) Sunday Supper - Each week St. Pauls welcomes homeless and hungry people to Sunday dinner. As an outreach program of the

Lincoln Park Community Shelter, this meal is for those on the LPCS waiting list and others struggling with housing.

St. Pauls provides volunteers to prepare and serve about 40 people every week! If you would like to cook and serve, contact Brent Carstensen at bcarstensen@ameritech.net. Volunteers arrive at 3:00

PM, serve at 4:30 PM, and clean up by 5:00 PM - no experience required. Childcare is provided for those who need it at the church every second Sunday. To sign up for a Sunday with childcare,

contact Pastor Sarah at sgarcia@spucc.org.

SARAH’S SISTERS gather every Wednesday morning to make 40 bag lunches to be distributed

to the homeless at the Fullerton Avenue door. Meet at the church at 9:30 AM, no need to RSVP.

COLLEEN HENRY WRITING CENTER NEEDS A FEW TUTORS. CAN YOU VOLUNTEER? Do you like to be with high school students? Do you remember how hard it was to get started writing an essay? We could really use you if you have some time to give to the

Writing Center at Lincoln Park High School, where kids learn to do the kind of writing that will help them in college and in the workplace. Training is available. And the payback comes from

the faces of the students when they "get it." If you can help with this project initiated by St. Pauls, please contact St. Pauls member Nancy Brandt, nhbrandt@sbcglobal.net.

FAITH AND PUBLIC ISSUES PUBLIC ISSUES THAT MAKE US THINK: Our Faith and Public Issues Task Force

plans Sunday afternoon programs in the fall and spring. If you would like to join the Task Force and help us plan, please contact co-chair Toby Rogers, toby@rogershome.com.

PUBLIC ISSUES TO PONDER. Check the Public Issues rack on the bulletin board in the hallway outside the Sanctuary for articles relating to emergent public issues.

BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS Please send any announcements you would like in the following week’s bulletin to

announcements@spucc.org no later than 10:00 AM on Tuesday. Please limit announcements to 70 words. Thank you!

SAINT PAULS PRAYS

• Jenny Brandhorst and family at the death of her mother. • Lynn Davis and family, as they mourn the death of her Uncle Cornie DeVos.

• Abby, granddaughter of Penny Trowbridge’s friend Dorne, who has leukemia and is in hospice. • Doug Dobmeyer at St. Pauls House after a fall. • Jan Exworthy’s mother, recovering from a fall.

• Betty Voice, recovering at St. Pauls House, following knee surgery and a fall. • Fernando’s son, Andrew Diaz, in his new journey as a Marine.

• Bev Petrunich asks for prayer for a little girl Ellie who is going through family difficulties. • Pat Kirby’s homemaker for housing needs. • Nancy Heffernan’s dear friend, Leona Plaugh, in hospice care during her final days.

• Sylvia Pine’s grandfather, Terry Barton, recovering from strokes. • Joel, critically injured, and his family, as they pray for his recovery.

• Edith, Anita, Kim and all others who struggle with chronic pain and progressive illnesses. • Carlos and Cynthia Cata’s friend, a mother of three with stage 4 lung cancer. • Candi Huber's niece, Kathryn, continuing treatments for cancer.

• Juanita Barlow’s aunt, Sol; her grandchildren’s other grandmother, Rose, with cancer. • Michelle’s friends Michael, Chris and Jerry, all sick with chronic illnesses.

• Carolyn Stoner’s husband, Ryan, undergoing treatment for chronic pain; and her sister-in- law, Grace, and her doctors discerning the cause of her illness.

• Diane Massie’s friend, Ashley, battling brain cancer and in need of a miracle.

• Lorri Gunn Wirsum, for her husband, Karl Wirsum, and her brother, Jim. • Ed Wosylus’ sister-in-law, Monetta, being treated for breast and lung cancer.

• Mary Train and her nephew Carl and family. • Rob Castle's mother Kathie and his father Rich, living with chronic illness. • Philip Smedley’s father, for health issues.

• Jonah, Sean and Kevin and all homeless individuals with mental illness living in this city. • For all those touched by violence in Chicago.

• The Renfrow family as they walk with Wayne, in hospice care. • Ed Zasadil with balance problems, eczema, and other health issues. • Del Arsenault, in hospice care at home.

• Carole Crowley recovering from a stroke. • Steve Warsh, undergoing chemotherapy.

• Tom Palkon being treated for cancer. • For young adults as they try to make their way in life moving away (physically) from family. • For those involved in research trying to find a cure for cancer.

• Those killed and injured in terrorist attacks around the world and all others in need of prayer. • All service members and their loved ones before, during and after deployment.

(Prayer cards are available in the pew racks. Fill one out and drop it in the offering plate.)

NEARLY 1 IN 5 ADULTS STRUGGLE WITH A MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE. Contact one of the pastors today for information about mental healthcare advocacy and resources that can help you

and your loved ones. Contact information for the pastors is at the back of this bulletin

ABOUT ST. PAULS Making a joyful sound in the city

Saint Pauls UCC has a vibrant history in the city of Chicago. Founded in 1843, we are one of the city's oldest churches. In 1989 we became one of America's first congregations to declare ourselves "Open to and Affirming of” LGBT women and men. From founding Chicago's largest provider of social services to at-risk children to starting a home for the elderly, from housing protestors at the 1968 Democratic Convention to hosting Lincoln Park's first MLK day march against violence on Chicago's streets we are proud to make a joyful sound in the city. Most importantly, over the past 172 years we are glad to have introduced thousands of children and adults to the amazing, inclusive, life changing, uplifting love of God. We do so in worship that is traditional, but far from conventional.

St. Pauls United Church of Christ 2335 North Orchard Street Chicago, Illinois 60614

(773) 348-3829 FAX (773) 348-3858 www.spucc.org

Matt Fitzgerald, Senior Pastor, mfitzgerald@spucc.org

Avena Ward, Associate Pastor, award@spucc.org Jeff Carlson, Associate Pastor, jcarlson@spucc.org

Sarah Garcia, Associate Pastor for Children and Youth, sgarcia@spucc.org Tom Henry, Pastor Emeritus, emeritushenry@gmail.com

Kurt R. Hansen, Music Director, kurtsingsbach@gmail.com Kevin Dzierzawski, Organist, kdzierza@att.net

Brendan Henry, Pianist, brendanphenry@hotmail.com Nancy Voigts, Children’s Choir Director, nvoigtsgod@att.net

Kecia Waldschmidt, Youth Choir Director, keciagerman@hotmail.com Karen E. Johnson, Joyful Sounds Choir Director, kejpiano@aol.com

Mark Mosley, Intergenerational Orchestra Director, mwmosley@gmail.com Kevin O’Brien, Lay Liturgical Administrator, kob48@att.net

Free Parking is available on Sundays at Children’s Memorial Hospital 2300 Block of North Lincoln Ave. – Vouchers Not Needed

WELCOME TO SAINT PAULS UCC!

Welcome to those whose hearts are on fire with faith, and to those who bring their doubt inside our doors.

Welcome to our first time guests and our longtime members.

Welcome to single people, tiny children, grandparents and families of all configurations.

Welcome to those who rejoice and to those who grieve. Welcome to each and to everyone.

We are an Open and Affirming church. We welcome all.

We are blessed by your presence and we are glad you are here!