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is Risen! He is Risen, Indeed! Those words have been declared for centuries by Christians all over the world and in our own church this past weekend. Our sanctuary was filled with voices raised in praise to our Risen Lord. In addition to our resounding hymns of praise, our Chancel Choir, Handbell Choir and Children’s Choir added their songs to enhance the Easter worship. Our tradition of Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus continues with members of the congregation filling up the choir loft to sing loud and strong those powerful words: “and He shall reign forever and ever!”. Thank you to all of those in front of and behind the scenes that worked so hard to make our Easter a very blessed Sunday. Come back to celebrate the Resurrection again next weekend and every weekend after that. He is Risen, indeed! Click here to see Easter and Palm Sunday photos!  Folk
Music Worship ServiceOn April 18, the FCC sanctuary resonated once again with the rhythms of guitars, banjos, harmonicas, tambourines and voices lifted in simple yet profound melodies as we celebrated worship with the sounds of folk music. Performers included the Blue Tulip Wranglers and the Fox River Trio. COMMUNITY FOLK FEST RAISES OVER $1000 TO BENEFIT F.C.C. AND THE CRISIS CENTER The
Community Folk Fest which featured the Blue Tulip Wranglers, Fox River Trio,
Patti Ecker, Peg Lehman and other musical acts and accompanists was a resounding
success! This sing-a-long and concert at the First Congregational Church on February
20th, was a benefit for the Community Crisis Center and the FCC Renovation fund
and raised over $1000. Thank you to all who participated and all those who came
out to hear the wonderful
music for two great causes!For more information about the Community Crisis Center and how to donate to this worthy organization, go to www.crisiscenter.org
Christmas Eve's two services were filled with carols, joy,
partaking of the Lord's Supper and Silent Night by candlelight.
Our hearts were warmed by the reminder that Jesus came to
us as a baby, not with fanfare, but in a meager stable. Please
join us each Sunday to experience the life of Christ and
grow in our faith. SECOND ANNUAL COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CAROL SING-A-LONG  On
Saturday, December 19th at 4pm, FCC hosted a community Christmas
Carol Sing-A-Long modeled after a similar event at the Old
Town School of Folk Music
in Chicago. This event was a feast of Christmas songs that everyone joined in
to sing. The event raised nearly $1000 to benefit the Community
Crisis Center.Click here to see the video of the placing of the 2009 time capsule!  FALL
FEST A LOT OF FUNOn Sunday, October 25th at Randall Oaks Park, we gathered for Fall Fest and had a wonderful time! The hayride, hot dog roast and sing-a-long were a joy to everyone who came out on a beautiful Fall evening. This year we hosted children and families from the Elgin Newcomer’s Club, one of the Missions that is supported by the Jehle Endowment Fund. The Elgin Newcomers Club provides opportunities for children and families who are new to the U.S, to have a variety of experiences. We were happy to help our “neighbors” have a wonderful Fall experience. Click here to see more photos of Fall Fest!  COMMUNITY
CRISIS CENTER BENEFIT
RAISES OVER $2000On Saturday, October 24th, a large audience gathered in the FCC sanctuary to hear fantastic folk music benefitting our own Community Crisis Center, which is experiencing economic hardship due to the economic cuts imposed. "Hear Our Voices!" featured the Fox River Trio, Blue Tulip Wranglers, Peg Lehman, Patti Ecker, and Jan & Claude Quisenberry. A great time was had by all and we thank all those who gave generously of their time, talents and money in support of the Community Crisis Center which helps those in crisis due to domestic violence, sexual assault, or economic circumstances. Click here to see more photos of the benefit!  MOBILE
FOOD PANTRY SERVES LOCAL COMMUNITYOn Friday October 16, FCC hosted a Mobile Food Pantry sponsored by the Elgin Cooperative Ministry through the Northern Illinois Food Bank. We registered 272 familes representing 1252 people. The truck contained over 11,500 pounds of food which was all given to the appreciative families and the truck went back empty. Thirty years ago FCC voted to stay downtown and minister to the needs of the inner city. This was a great example of that committment. Click here to see more photos of the mobile food pantry! 2009 TIME CAPSULE PLACED  In
praise of our everlasting and faithful God, our sealed time
capsule was placed behind the 2009 stone, next to the 1961
stone. A committee of members met and decided what items to
put in the stone, including brochures (both for FCC and UCC),
disciple directory, renovation brochures, items designating
our work to help the poor, 2009 coins and a host of other items.
This was a great day to celebrate our God who has been guiding
us for over 170 years and will continue to do so in the future.
Praise God!Click here to see more photos of the 2009 time capsule! Click here to see the video of the placing of the 2009 time capsule!  1961
TIME CAPSULE OPENED ON RALLY DAYOn Sunday, September 13, the 1961 time capsule discovered during the renovation was opened during the 10:15 worship service. We found the original blueprint of the 1961 education wing, a scroll signed by every member at that time, many photos, The First 100 Years of F.C.C. book, a dollar bill and coins from that time period and many other wonderful items. These items will be on display in the church for those that were unable to attend the worship service. Click here to see more photos! WASHINGTON, D.C. MISSION TRIP  The
F.C.C.mission trip to Washington D.C. was a great success.
We helped many people in need and got to spend some time in
the Capitol sightseeing during our nation's birthday. It was
a great time and we can't wait to for the mission trip next
year! Click here to see more photos!photos! MAD HATTER TEA PARTY RAISES $2500 FOR NURSERY REDECORATING  Despite
the rain and wind, the Mad Hatter's Tea Party was a success - even if it was
held in the Fellowship Hall. 88 women and children gathered to enjoy petite sanwiches
and bite-sized desserts. A variety of teas were served along with lemonade and
iced tea. Our entertainment was provided by Michael Blackwood and Shirley Mae
Byrnes and they read snippets from Alice in Wonderland as well as other readings
from Lewis Carroll. The silent auction had a variety of offerings and $667 was
raised from it. The entire event, including ticket sales, silent auction and
other donations totaled $2500! Praise God! The committee thanks all who were
involved from sandwich making to donating items for the silent auction. The challenge
has been given to the men of FCC -- can they match that with their own fundraising
effort? The nursery will need new, updated and safe furniture! How about it men?
Is it game on?Click here to see more photos! F.C.C. MISSION GRANT SUPPORTS MISSION TRIP TO GUATEMALA  In late March of this year, the First United Methodist Church of Corvallis, Oregon travelled to Guatemala for mission work to help the people of Guatemala. This mission work was partially funded by a mission grant from F.C.C. Click here to see more photos from the mission trip! RENOVATION DEDICATION / RALLY DAY  The
summer air has been filled with the noise of hammers, saws, and heavy
machinery,
but it’s all been worth it as we’ve watched our new classrooms and
rest rooms and completely new exterior take shape. On September 13,
along with the resumption of regular programs and activities, we rededicated
the
building to God’s glory and service. We also opened the time capsule discovered
behind the 1961 cornerstone on the building. Click here to see more photos CAMP E.D.G.E. VBS 2009 A BIG HIT!  All the children who attended Vacation Bible School 2009, CAMP E.D.G.E., had a great time singing rockin' contemporary music, playing larger-than-life recreation games, trying mind-boggling science activities, and creating cool, challenging crafts while they learned how to live on the E.D.G.E. in their faith. Click here for more photos. 1st ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC WAS A BLAST!  This year held the 1st Annual FCC Church Picnic, and what a day it was. The Lord blessed us with good weather, worship, food and fellowship. Around 90 of us gathered under Wing Park's shelter #1 to praise God in the outdoors and were reminded that Jesus says "Where two or three are gathered in My name, there I am also." For those who weren't there, you missed a special treat on a beautiful Sunday and please plan on attending next year. We look forward to next year's picnic! Click here for more photos. Click here to see the video. F.C.C. IN THE 4TH OF JULY PARADE  The
F.C.C. float in Elgin's 4th of July parade brought smiles to
the crowds lining Douglas Avenue. Our very own Blue Tulip Wranglers
performed a variety of folk tunes that had everyone singing
along and clapping their hands to the beat. Thanks to everyone
who organized, decorated, played the music, lent equipment,
and walked along side the float handing out F.C.C. cards. It
was a great time and we can't wait to do it again next year! Click here to see more photos!
Real Audio (11pm) ADVENT VESPERS SERVICE On November 30th, the church was filled with beautiful music by the Chancel Choir, the Handbell Choir, the Fox River Trio, and the children’s ensemble. Advent appropriate scripture readings were read as well as we marked the beginning of Advent. Click here to see the video of the Advent Vespers Service.  BIG BARN BASH FUNDRAISER A GREAT SUCCESSOn October 18, FCC put on a feast for the mind, eyes, and ears!! The crowd ate fantastic food, heard great music and laughed at witty comedy all to help raise money for the ongoing church renovation. There were performances by the Smothered Brothers, The Fox Valley Trio, The Blue Tulip Wranglers, Who's on First and many more. Our thanks to everyone involved who made it happen. To top it all off, we raised over $800 for the renovation project! (Photos taken by Matt Gerber)  ADVENT VESPERS SERVICEAre you already dreading the holiday rush and hassle? Are you already wishing you could find some way to “keep Christ in Christmas”? Then mark your calendars for our fifth annual Advent Vespers Service on November 30 at 6:00. Along with readings appropriate to the Advent season, beautiful music will be provided by the Chancel Choir, the Handbell Choir, the Fox River Trio, and a children’s ensemble. Make plans now to attend this special service. You’ll be glad you did.  THANKSGIVING
SERVICEThis year’s interfaith Thanks-giving service will be held on Sunday, November 23rd at 7:00 at Epworth United Methodist Church located at 37W040 Highland Avenue (northwest corner of Randall and Highland). This is an excellent opportunity for us to celebrate all the blessings for which we are grateful in an ecumenical, interfaith setting. Let’s join our sisters and brothers in faith in a time of praise to the God who loves us all!  NEW!
Adult Christian Formation OpportunitiesFaithWalk is a comprehensive program designed to give you the foundations and tools you need for the journey of discipleship. Each of the three classes described below focuses on a different aspect of the Christian life, but they need not be taken sequentially. Come be a part of this ongoing process. Come and discover there is more to church than membership. Click here to read all about FaithWalk opportunities. Dinner with 8 or Dine with 9 begins again! Do you like to eat and have a great time? FCC has a great program which involves food, laughter and good old fashioned fun. What a great way to get to know your fellow church members and also eat great food! Information is available in this month's church life. Click here to read about it.  MUSIC,
MUSIC, MUSIC!FCC is proud of its musical heritage. We continue that heritage with singing and ringing! See below for information where you can use your musical gifts! Get Ready to Rock the Word! Joyful Noise and Cherub Choirs Begin September 14 We are excited to have the choirs start up again. Rehearsals will be after 10:15 a.m. worship this year and will only be for 30 minutes. While your kids (ages 4 - 8th grade) sing, you can have coffee and light refreshments during coffee hour. Please contact Letty Jocius through the church office for any information. ATTENTION: ALL SINGERS AND RINGERS The Chancel Choir and Handbell Choir will kickoff their season with rehearsals beginning on Wednesday, September 3. Handbells will join up in the sanctuary at 6:30 p.m. and Chancel Choir will meet in the choir room in the basement at 7:30. Pass the Word! Looking for a church? Well, you've found the right place. We would love to have you join us for worship, fellowship and praising our wonderful God. Worship times are listed to the right and if you'd like to pre-shop for a church, check out last week's worship service listed above. Archived services are available on the website as well. We hope to see you very soon.  FCC
Renovation UpdatePraise God! We are excited to start Phase 1 which was approved at the meeting following the August 24 worship service. This will include a complete renovation of the building exterior, as well as changes to the parking lot, interior washrooms, and other improvements. We are faithful stewards of our own homes; may we remember we are faithful stewards of God’s house as well. More updates to come! 
Folk Music Service A Resounding Success!(Photos taken by Matt Gerber) On April 27th the FCC sanctuary was filled with the rhythms of guitars, banjos, mandolins, string bass, steel drums and voices lifted in wonderful melodies as the congregation celebrated worship with the sounds of folk music. Performers included the Fox River Trio, John Kauffman and John Schlomann, and many others from the congregation. It was a joyous day and everyone left the service with smiles on their faces and beautiful melodies fresh in their minds. Watch the video here. 
Elgin's First Congregational looks to origins to restore '60s wing(Article & Photos appeared in a Daily Herald article on 4/20/08. Written by Jerry Turnquist.) One of Elgin's most historic buildings is about to look even more historic. In the next few weeks, the First Congregational Church of Elgin -- a church that traces its roots to the city's founder, and whose building has served as a community center equivalent to the Hemmens Cultural Center -- will launch a campaign to restore its 1960s wing. Read more> 
Vacation Bible SchoolJune 23 - 27 Preparations are underway for an exciting adventure with VBS this summer. We will be holding VBS at Trout Park this year instead of Wing Park. We will be in the shelter that is near the ball diamonds (furthest from Dundee Ave.) Our program will be held the week of June 23rd June 27, 9:30 - 12:30. In case of rain we will meet at church. Our theme for the week will be Beach Party! We’ll spend the week surfing through the scriptures and exploring God’s love for us. This program has something to offer all ages. Everyone will enjoy hearing Bible stories, playing games, singing those catchy songs, and making crafts. The older children will enjoy their camp-like experience which will include time for nature study, hikes, games and storytelling. Please make this week a priority for your family. So spread the word. Tell your friends that you want them to join you for a week long beach party this summer. Please complete the registration form enclosed in this issue of Church Life. Remember this program is FREE and open to anyone so pass the word on to your neighbors and friends. Of course we always need more volunteers so let Lois know if you are available to help with any aspect of the program. 
Downtown Elgin “Holy Hill” Walking TourSaturday, May 10th Led by Anthony Rubano of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency and Jerry Turnquist, local historian and educator, the Holy Hill walking tour was a great success. A crowd of about 40 experienced a unique walking tour concentrating on the church history and religious architecture located in Downtown Elgin, spanning more then a century’s worth of styles, shapes and purposes. Several local churches including First Methodist Church, Church of the Redeemer, Vineyard Christian Fellowship, and Iglesia Principe de Paz (Former Unitarian Universalist Church) will be open for all participants. The tour ended at the First Congregationalist Church for an interior tour by church parishioners and light refreshments. RSVP by May 2. Sponsored by: Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin (DNA) (Photo: Michael Smart/Staff Photographer, Courier News) Renovation Recreation Gala  The
first ever Renovation Recreation Gala held on Saturday, Feb. 23 was a joyful
and hilarious success! Around 100 guests arrived for dinner to the sounds of
the live trio of steel drum players in the Fellowship Hall, and dined on chicken,
lasagna, salads and delicious desserts before making their way to the sanctuary
for the variety show. Our show began with the Joyful Noise and Cherub choirs
singing followed by joke telling by Max and Kyle, Betty and Stewart and a skit
by the Cross I’d Players. The Smothered Brothers did a few sketches that
were very reminiscent of the original Smothers Brothers and brought many laughs.
The evening closed with the Fox River Trio serenading us with folk songs ending
with “This Land is Your Land”. A great time was had by all and we
are blessed with much talent in this church!Joyful Noise and Cherub Choir Rehearsals Time/Day Change  I
am so pleased with the choirs so far and would love to have more kids making
joyful noises in each of them. In fact, due to the current rehearsal schedule,
a few parents have expressed
they’d like to have their children involved, but cannot because of weeknight
conflicts. Thank you for your honesty. I have taken your requests to heart, and
in order to make this happen and make it convenient for you and the kids, beginning
January 13, both choirs will meet in the choir room at 9 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Really,
it’s a win-win situation. This way, it’s convenient for you to attend
Adult Formation classes just around the corner from the choir room in Fellowship
Hall (breakfast is served!), and the kids can get their rehearsal in without
interrupting your busy weeknight schedules. Please email
, or call her at 847.608.0653 to sign your child up to join either choir – we’d
love to have them and Easter’s right around the corner! Continuing on that
joyful note, the choirs and I are so appreciative of the supportive response
from everyone – THANK YOU! Remember, always make a joyful noise!Christmas Eve at FCC  Once
again the service held all
the charm of so many Christmases
before it with the candles
aglow and Silent Night being
sung. Before the lights went
down and strains of Silent
Night began, a service of Lessons
and Carols took place. During
the 5 p.m. service, the children's
choirs, soloists and seasonal
carols added to the unity of
the Christmas season and the
warmth that Christ's love can
only bring. The 11 p.m. service
was similar, but had the Chancel
Choir to lead the congregation
in song. Looking forward, January
6 brings Epiphany, a celebration
of when Jesus manifests himself
as God. During Epiphany, we
see Jesus grow up and show
his identity. It is during
this time that we see him reveal
himself in subtle ways to his
disciples. It is the season
before Lent. All of us at FCC wish you a New Year filled with the blessings of our generous and loving God. Third Graders Receive Their Bibles  Recently,
our third grade class received their Bibles, a tradition that goes back
many years at FCC. It’s special to receive this Bible at this age
to start these young Christians on their strong road of faith. Each Bible
is signed by a few members of the congregation with words of encouragement
and love. Keep these girls in your prayers as they move forward and grow
their love and
faith in Christ. May we all have a childlike faith. Advent Vespers Service, December 2nd  Everybody
talks about “putting Christ back in Christmas,” but here at
FCC you have the opportunity to do something about it, at least for a little
while, if not for the entire Christmas season and into the New Year. Sunday,
December 2nd, is the first Sunday of Advent. At 6:00 p.m. in the sanctuary
we will celebrate the real reason for the season with our fourth annual
Advent Vespers service. Bring your family and friends to this beautiful
time of worship which music will be presented by the Chancel Choir, the
Handbell Choir, the Cherub Choir, the Joyful Noise, and the Fox River Trio.
Interspersed with the music will be readings appropriate to this important
season of the calendar and church year. This is our opportunity to witness
to our culture that Advent is not a time for conspicuous consumption, but
is, instead, a time for reflecting on the incredible gift of God in Christ,
our Redeemer and Friend. You say you cannot spare the time to attend this
service? All the more reason why you need to come.
We’ll see you on the 2nd at 6:00.Congregation Votes to Proceed with Renovation Great news! On November 18, our congregational meeting was held to approve the plan to go forward with the renovation process. The support is overwhelmingly positive and the Capital Campaign Committee couldn’t be more thrilled about beginning this new adventure. The vote, in short, was to hire The James Company as our consultant, use our current capital funds on hand to start the construction process, and begin construction in early summer of 2008. Our campaign kick off celebration will begin in early 2008 with lots of creative fundraising efforts. We hope each congregant and the community will take part in this incredible journey through volunteering, joining in on the fun fundraising efforts, pledging their gifts and of course, lots of prayer. God is with us! Children's Sermon Highlight  Our
children’s sermon for November 4 was based on 1 Samuel 17 where David is
given Saul’s armor to fight Goliath, but it just didn’t fit; it was
heavy and cumbersome. David just took what was comfortable to him: five stones
from the brook and his sling. He learned that he was much better doing that than
trying to pretend he was someone he was not. And guess what? He slew that Goliath
with one stone! To demonstrate this to the children, Pastor Lois took a pastor’s
robe, stole and cross necklace and put it on Aidan who couldn’t move! Just
like David, Aidan was not comfortable in the garments! Just because he was dressed
up as a pastor, didn’t mean he was ready to preach! Lesson for today: it’s
much better to just be ourselves and use our lives as witnesses for Christ. Here’s
Aidan trying to maneuver with the robe on – it just doesn’t FIT!
We welcome all children to join in during worship each weekend and then learn
more about Jesus during our Sunday School hour.Fall Fest Success!  Set on
a backdrop of a star-filled sky and a moon that was bright, many came out to
Randall Oaks Park on Sunday, October 23 for our annual Fall Fest. Everyone enjoyed
a hayride, hot dog roast and s’mores as well as joining in song around
the campfire. We look forward to Fall Fest ’08!Catching the Spirit on Rally Day 2007!  The
entire congregation at First Congregational Church
was moved by the Spirit as Pastor Paris Donehoo and
Pastor Lois Bucher led worship filled with music,
balloons and joyful enthusiasm. The Adult Choir entered
the sanctuary singing and took their seats in the
choir loft for another year while the congregation
sang the opening hymn. The sanctuary was abuzz with
children returning back to Sunday school for the
Fall and ready to learn about the love of God. Pastor
Paris delivered a rousing sermon about challenging
ourselves to change the wind rather than blowing
with it. Click
here to read it. Our service concluded with a
new song composed by Dr. Donehoo and music director
Jon Warfel as everyone walked out to the Peace Pole
with their balloons and cards for liftoff, signifying
the start of the new Sunday school year and the Holy
Spirit’s presence in our congregation and lives.
At FCC, Rally Day also kicks off many new adult programs
and classes which will be starting this Fall including
a Bible study of the four Gospels called “Four Voices” with
Dr. Donehoo and Controversial Conversations with
Carl Flaks which meets meets on the fourth Sunday
at 9:15 am. Breakfast will be held in the Fellowship
Hall
each Sunday. What else is happening this fall at FCC? The Chimes Choir started rehearsals on 18th and rehearses at 6 pm in the sanctuary. The Cherub and Joyful Noise children choirs have begun but are always looking for more kids to sing! Their rehearsals are on Tuesdays at 6 pm for the Cherubs (5yrs through 2nd grade) and 7 pm for Joyful Noise (3rd grade through 8th grade) in the choir room in the church basement. Adult Choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 7 pm also in the choir room. Stepping Stones mental health ministry has begun and meets the second Sunday of each month at 9:15 a.m., the Damaris group meets on the 4th Thursday of each month at various restaurants and the Dine with Nine/Dinner with Eight groups meet at various times. Please call the church office for more information. We hope you’ll get involved with one or all of the ministries! It’s a great way to meet new people, serve our Lord with the talents and blessings God has given, and have fun! The Spirit is moving in this place — Come and Catch It!  Council
Approves FCC Renovation UnanimouslyOn September 18 the FCC Church Council approved a plan presented by the Capital Campaign Committee for moving ahead with the renovation project approved by the congregation in January. Details of the plan will be presented to the congregation soon as well as the date for a congregational meeting to vote on the plan. Look for announcements in worship, on the website and in Church Life. To give a refresher, the facets of the renovation will be interior improvement to the existing facilities, movement of offices, and façade restructuring to preserve the integrity of the building as well as keep it energy efficient. More to come soon, but in the meantime, you can check out the graphics and drawings in the narthex. The committee believes God is in control of this project and will see us through it. Our blessings abound at First Congregational Church! Blessings to you, Your Capital Campaign Committee New Mom’s Group! Moms in the Afternoon Our new group is geared towards moms to get together with other moms to share ideas, stresses, successes, and failures in the wonderful role of being a Mom. The group aims to support and help one another in trying to raise a family with Christian values in today’s world. Here are the details: For all moms with children from infancy through the 3rd grade We’ll meet twice a month, starting October 11, from 4:30 until 6 p.m. Don’t worry about dinner that night! A simple dinner to take home will be provided to you! On-site child care will be provided for a small donation of $3 for the sitter We’ll gather at First Congregational Church of Elgin, 256 E. Chicago Street If you have any questions or can donate a meal for one of our moms, please contact Penny Donehoo at 847-695-2694 or at Find Your Fit: Discover Who You Are  Ever wonder
what your purpose is here on this earth and how you fit in? Ever think you have
little to offer your church or community? What are you passionate about? Then
we have the event for you. At LifeKeys 4 Teens and Young Adults you’ll
find out a lot about yourself and others without judgment, pointing fingers or
insecurity. Senior high youth and young adults (18 -25) are invited to this weekend
retreat at Country Inn and Suites in Elgin. It will be held on Friday
night, November 2nd (starting promptly at 6:30 pm) and all day
Saturday, November 3rd (until 4:30). Then, we’ll meet at church
for three Mondays (the 12th, 19th and 26th) from 7-9 p.m. Find Your Fit is an
exciting program designed to help youth and young adults look at their lives
through five different lenses: Talents, Personality Type, Spiritual Gifts, Values
and Passions. As you begin to make career choices, life choices and enter the
work world, it is our hope that this program will give you the tools you need
to help you make your life most fulfilling. Now comes the important stuff. The
cost for the entire event is only $35 for church members and $50 for non-church
members. The cost goes up $20 for registrations after October 28th, so sign-up
TODAY! Click here to download the PDF brochure
and turn it into the church office with payment. We look forward to seeing you
there!New Member Classes Available We welcome those visitors to our worship services and if you are interested in joining First Congregational Church, Dr. Donehoo and Rev. Bucher would like to meet with you after the 10:15 worship service on October 28 and November 4 in the library downstairs. At these sessions you will get to know the pastors, meet the staff and learn about FCC Ministries and programs. Each session will last no more than an hour and we’ll even feed you lunch! Child care will be provided if you let us know you will be needing it. After the two meetings, the new members will be received into the congregation at the November 18 worship service. Please call Pat Calvin at the church office (847.741.4045) to reserve your spot and request child care (if needed). We look forward to seeing you there!  Life
Keys: Discover Who You AreHave you ever said…? I don’t have any gifts.If so, Life Keys can show you how gifted you are, how significant are your gifts, how you have just the right gifts for what God wants you to do, and how you can discover and hone your gifts. AND in the process you will discover ways to add meaning and purpose to your life. Check out the brochure in this month’s Church Life for when and where Life Keys will be offered in September. Come be a part of an event that will change your life and the life of our church. Registration forms are available in the church office. |
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