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~September 2017~ Monthly communication
of events and reports from
Bethel Lutheran Church
Bethel Lutheran
Church & Preschool 5110 Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL 60031
Church office: 847-244-9647
Website: www.bethelgurnee.org
Preschool: 847-244-9672
Pastor Ben Squires
Cell Phone: 224-419-5519
Carol Cook
Disciple Care Coordinator
Lisa Schwarz Office Secretary
Chelsi Todd Office Assistant
Donna Stutzman Preschool Director
The BIG Buzz
Information for
the weekly Buzz
is due in the
office by
9:00 a.m.
Thursday.
Our Education Year
Kicks-off
on September 10th!
We have classes for ALL age groups during the 9:30-10:30 a.m. hour right after fellowship.
New this year we are offering a nursery time for our Little Lambs! It's for children under the age of 3 at the start of this school year - we would love to have your little ones join us!
Register for Sunday School online at: http://www.bethelgurnee.org/sundayschool
Rally Day Festivities will kick-off with Fellowship in the GYM at 9:00 a.m.
and all the details are below!
When? September 10th, 9:00-10:30am
What? Our theme is called MISSION "IS"POSSIBLE WITH GOD'S HELP! and all the classes
will participate in special missions in a scavenger hunt style. We'll have something for ALL age groups!
Why? We have chosen the Lutheran Church Charities Comfort Dogs as our mission.
Bethel's own Linda Gifford will be helping to educate us on their mission and how Bethel can support them - come to Rally Day to hear more!
It is really a special time each week and all the wonderful teachers we have lined up make this Sunday School program really fantastic ! We look forward to seeing you!
If you have any questions, please contact:
Diane Sanders ([email protected]) or Kylie Brazda ([email protected])
Regular Worship Schedule Begins September 10
Sundays 8:00 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. – Worship Services
9:00 a.m. - Fellowship
9:30 a.m. - Adult & Children Education Hour
Preschool News…...
Preschool starts on Wednesday September 6!
Preschool doors will open for the 2017-2018 school year on Wednesday, September 6. We welcome back our wonderful teachers Becky Anderson, Sue Best, Christine Fleming and Donna Stutzman. Donna continues to serve as Preschool Director and will teach in the 4 year old class on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Sue will also teach in the 4 year old class on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Becky and Christine will work with the 3 year old class and Preschool Playtime on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The teachers have been working hard to get the classrooms ready in time for the start of school and we are looking forward to a fantastic 31st year of Bethel Preschool.
We still have a few openings in our Monday Preschool Playtime class (2 ½- 5years), our 2 Day (WF 3 year old) class and our 3 Day (MWF 4 year old) class. If you know of any child who would be eligible to attend, please pass on the word about Bethel Preschool to the parents. Tell prospective families to call the preschool office at (847) 244-9672 or email [email protected].
Playground Update: The swings have been removed from the playground and new equipment will be installed during Sept/Oct. We give thanks to Paul DeLassus, Monte Stoltzman, John Kozlik, and Chuck Kozlik for their help with the swing removal.
C.O.O.L.
Food of the Month
Canned Fruit
Place
non-perishable
items in
the box
in the
sanctuary
hallway.
Tuesday Night is Bethel Night
Tuesday evenings are often filled with hubbub at Bethel. On any one week, there could be 7th & 8th Grade Confirmation classes, Adult Bible Study, Living Justly classes, Elders meetings, Church Council, Care in Community meetings, 1st Communion Class, & F.E.E.T. (4th & 5th Grade).
This Fall, 7th & 8th Grade Confirmation begins on Tuesday, September 5, 6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Beginning October 3, we'll add 1st Communion (6th Grade), F.E.E.T., and an Adult Bible Study led by Tim Faitsch.
As part of providing a welcoming, safe environment on these busy Tuesday evenings, we schedule someone to be Tuesday Evening Greeter. The Greeter stays near the doors, welcome folks, helps direct people to the right locations in the buildings, etc. Greeters are asked to be here from 5:45 p.m. - 7:45p.m. If you are willing to volunteer, please email [email protected], and we'll let you know the dates that are available.
Save the Date: Bethel Fall Fest – Friday October 27
Trick or Treat Party / Chili Hot Dog Supper / Evening Family Event / Everyone Welcome!
Please Note: This year we will not be having a silent auction.
Sermon & Bible Study Series Fall 2017
On October 31, 2017, the Church celebrates the 500th anniversary of the Reformation—when Martin Luther and others called the Church back to the Word of God, to the Gospel, to salvation by grace alone through faith alone by Christ alone.
Bethel is acknowledging this anniversary through a Fall Sermon & Sunday AM Adult Bible Study series from September 17 - October 29. Titled “Reasons for a Reformation,” it’s meant to explore the causes of Luther’s reforms—while acknowledging those same causes are reasons for reform in our individual lives and in our life together as a church. These causes call us continually back to the truth of God’s Word.
Concordia University Chicago Reformation 500 Celebration
On Saturday, October 28 from 10:00 a.m. to
3:00 p.m. Lutheran congregations throughout the
region are encourage to attend a daylong
celebration. It will be jointly sponsored by CUC
and the LCMS- Northern Illinois District.
On Monday, October 30 at Chapel of our Lord at
7:30 p.m. Contemporary Christian leaders discuss
denominational divergence and convergence at
this historic mile marker.
Featuring:
Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison President of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
Rev. Dr. Philip Ryken
President of Wheaton College
Cardinal Blase Cupich
Archdiocese of Chicago
Manya Brachear Pashman
Religion Correspondent for the Chicago Tribune
Wednesday Morning Bible
Study The Wednesday Morning
Bible Study group is beginning a new study starting September 6 at 9:30 a.m. in the lounge. This will be "Overflowing Abundance", a new DVD series and individual Bible study written by LWML 2013 convention Bible study leader, Donna Pyle. Aside from the resurrection, Jesus' feeding of the five thousand is the only miracle recorded in all four Gospels. Even though Jesus dealt with doubting disciples, fatigue, personal grief, and limited resources, God desired to use that spring day to feed the masses with the Bread of Life. If you have questions, contact Kathy Schwartz (847-975-9637).
Bethel BLAST Youth Outing!
Sunday, September 10
from 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Two of our youth members have organized a mini golf outing that includes free lunch! If you are a BLAST member (6th – 12thgrade), you are encouraged to join us.
We will leave after late service (this is also Rally Sunday) and head to Aloha falls, eat lunch, play mini golf and games and head back to the church at 2:30 p.m.
Cost for this outing is $10/person.
Please sign up on the board in the back of the church if you plan to attend (rides will be provided if you need one).
Please email [email protected] if you have questions.
Pastor Squires to Serve on the Walcamp Board of Directors
I have accepted an invitation to serve on the Board of Directors for Walcamp Outdoor Ministries and Retreat Center. It is located in Kingston, IL, about 70 miles west of Chicago and 15 miles north of DeKalb. Walcamp is a Lutheran camp offering summer programming, outdoor education, family campground, and retreat facilities. Bethel has often sent students to summer camp, youth trips for retreats, and youth to serve as volunteers or counselors.
This 3-year-term asks me to "support the work of Walcamp and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance," encouraging the camp's connection to the congregations of the Northern Illinois District of the Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod as well as developing connections with other partners.
Instead of doing a basket for the silent auction this year, Bethel is gathering gift cards to be used for an additional fundraiser that evening. Donations of any type of gift cards ($10 and up) are needed from Bethel people. If you prefer, you can make a monetary donation and we will purchase a variety of cards. Make any checks to Bethel and mark "Love INC Auction" in the memo line or on the envelope. Contact Carol Cook with any questions - 847-244-9647 or email [email protected]
For reservations, go to: loveinclakecounty.org
This year's event is Friday, October 20 at the Holiday Inn, Gurnee.
Walcamp is a Registered Service Organization of the LCMS, and operates independently. Walcamp raises its own funds to continue its mission of giving people an experience of God's Creation, encouraging faith in Jesus, and giving congregations a unique opportunity to develop disciples.
To know more about Walcamp, go to their Website: www.walcamp.org. It will be my goal to keep Bethel up-to-date about activities and opportunities at Walcamp, while seeking how we can support their ministry. See page 6 for information on the Fall Fest.
In Christ, Pastor Squires
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COOL Ministries – Waukegan Seeking Executive Director
Due to the retirement of our long term Executive Director, COOL Ministries is seeking a full-time Executive Director for our non-profit faith based organization. COOL operates two food pantries and a transitional housing program. This is a professional position that requires knowledge and experience of business functions; management of volunteers and department managers; education in Christian ministry; work with a board of directors; office management and computer skills. Must posses the ability to organize, coordinate, motivate and manage functional groups of the organization. Must posses effective human relations skills that will result in positive working relationships with staff, volunteers and board. Must be skilled in community building; possess writing ability, communication skills and time management. Confidentiality and a sense of humor are important. A minimum of BA/BS with relevant job experience is required. Masters degree is preferable. Any interested candidate should send their resume to Reverend Wayne Jahn, 618 W. Grove Ave., Waukegan, IL. 60085 or email at [email protected].
A Safe Place's 8th Annual Break the Silence…..Unmask the Violence Gala
Saturday, October 21, 2017 at Loft 21 in Lincolnshire, IL from 6:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
This exciting evening, includes fine food, wine, a spectacular silent and live auction, entertainment, and dancing.
To get more information and purchase tickets go to: http://www.asafeplaceforhelp.org/content/unmask-violence
Fellowship
The sign up to host coffee hour on Sunday mornings is in the back of church on the Hub. Grab a friend and host together. If you have any questions contact Fellowship Chairman, Janet Jones at [email protected]. _____________________________________________
Electronic Giving
It is a great time to consider signing up for the Joyful Response electronic giving program. It is a quick and easy, safe and secure way for you to automate your gifts to Bethel. You can sign up by filling out a Joyful Response form and submitting it to the church office or to Joan Blasko. If you have questions, Joan can be reached at 847-356-5125 or at [email protected]. Thank you for your consideration of this program. _____________________________________________
Co-ed Basketball
at Bethel
If you are High School age or older, come join us every Monday night from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. If you have questions contact Bob Paulson at 630-835-4306. _____________________________________________
2017 High School
Graduate
Nick Hoppe graduated on May 21, 2017 from Warren Township High School. He plans to Major in Pre-Engineering at University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign.
To:
The BIG BUZZ October 2012
Church office hours
Monday, Tuesday &
Thursday
9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday
9:00 a.m.—12 noon
Pastor’s weekly hours
are posted outside his
office door.
Bethel Lutheran Church
5110 Grand Ave.
Gurnee, IL 60031
Starting
September 10
Sundays at 8:00 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.
Holy Communion: 1st, 3rd, & 5th
Sundays