First Presbyterian Church of Libertyville

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Week of September 5

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Christian Education at First Pres
Sunday - 10:00 a.m.
Infant up to 2 years: Childcare in C.E. Wing.
2-year-olds – Kindergarten (’10-11): Class in Room 105-06.
1st Grade and up (’10-11): Remain in worship

Sunday Adult Education Offerings
Coming this Fall: Parenting with a Purpose, a new group for couples with kids age 0-6 years old. Parenting with a Purpose is an encouraging group with faith-based direction where parents can connect to others with young children interested in learning about the same things. The class starts on September 12, after worship in the Side Balcony. Childcare will be available. To register or for more information, contact Rev. Roberta at or download the registration form.

Mid-Week Offerings
Wednesday Morning Breakfast and Bible
Meets from 7:00 – 8:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall and is led by Rev. Amy Heinrich. On June 30 the group began discussing the First Pres Summer Book Read selection, Good News from North Haven by Michael Lindvall. For more information or to join the group, contact Rev. Amy at 847-362-2174.

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study - Join a welcoming group of men at the Liberty Restaurant on Milwaukee Avenue Tuesday mornings at 6:00 a.m. We have taken the summer off but will start again September 14th studying Michael Lindvall's book "Good News from North Haven". Join us! All are welcome!

Contemporary Literature and the Life of Faith. The next gathering of this small group will be Saturday, September 11 in the Library. Come at 9:00 a.m. to enjoy fellowship and a continental breakfast. Then from 9:30-11:00 we’ll gather to share our insights and reactions to the reading. Everyone is invited to join this group—no age or gender limitations. Come just this month or as many times as you like. If you need a copy of the story or would like more information, contact Carmen Lago at 847-362-2174.

Men’s Sounding Board – A gathering of men that meets for breakfast, fellowship, and study the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month at 7:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. No need for advance preparation. Drop in as you are able and build new friendships!

Summer Book Read!
Followed by a BOOK DISCUSSION on
Wednesday, September 8 at 7:00 PM.

Just when you thought you were done with homework for the summer, along comes First Church’s Adult Steering Committee with . . . MORE HOMEWORK! Seriously, please join us this Summer in reading The Good News from North Haven, by Michael L. Lindvall.

“Good News” tells the tale of Reverend David Battles, the new pastor of the local Presbyterian church in North Haven, Minnesota. Fresh from the suburbs, he discovers that this village turns hearts of stone into hearts of flesh. Each short story in Lindvall's sparkling diamond of a book tells of the ordinary, wondrous events in this small town from one Christmas to the next. By the end you will be remembering similar situations of small towns, people, traditions and change, and how the Grace of God keeps us going.

Lindvall grew up in small towns in Minnesota and in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

He is the pastor of Brick Presbyterian Church in the City of New York and has graced the pulpit of FPC Libertyville on several occasions.

Books may be ordered from local bookstores or Amazon.com ($12.50)

In September, we’ll get together to share our favorite chapters and recall some faith stories of our own. Pastor Roberta will provide the pimento cheese sandwiches and

sweet tea!

The Power of Prayer
“Pray for One Another” ~James 5:16
Please contact the church office with joys and concerns no matter how great or small. We, your church family, want to share your concerns and celebrate your joys so call us at 847-362-2174 even if you do not want to be added to the prayer chain or put in the prayer box. Thank you.

And…

If you wish to be added as a member of the First Pres Prayer Chains or have questions, please contact:
The Rev. Amy Heinrich at 847-362-2174 or
Lennie Blair – at 847-362-2174 Prayer Request Form

Member Pastoral Emergency Line: A pastor of the church is available to members for emergencies 24 hours a day by calling 847-367-6460.

Sunday’s service may be viewed on cable at the following times: Wednesday at 5:30 PM on Channel 4, Comcast - Vernon Hills. Wednesday at 5:00 PM on Channel 17,
Comcast - Zion, Waukegan, Libertyville

Sunday, September 5

New Communion Option – First Pres now has gluten-free wafers as part of our communion offering! The wafers offer an alternative for those who are allergic to products made with gluten. These wafers are also free of wheat, casein, dairy, nut, egg, corn, yeast, soy and are low protein. The wafers are available on the communion bread tray but are placed in individual bags so they don’t come in contact with the bread. Extra bagged wafers are also available in the narthex.

PROPHETS─Tickets for the Friday, October 8th multi-media production of Prophets, with Brad Sherrill (of Gospel of John fame) will be on sale in Social Hall after worship every Sunday, September 12th - October 3rd. Buy 2 tickets in advance and receive a third free.

The building will be closed tomorrow, Monday,

September 6, 2010 in observance of Labor Day.

CHANCEL CHOIR CDs on sale today
in Fellowship Hall!

This collection of 16 of the choir's "best" anthems will be a treasure for your family and a great gift once the Christmas season rolls around! All proceeds will be divided between the music programs of our two sister churches, Hope Presbyterian Church of Chicago and San Nicolas de Bari in Cuba.

Prices are as follows:

Buy one CD: the cost is $16.

Buy two CDs: the cost is $28 ($14 each).

Buy three or more CDs: the cost is $36 ($12 each).

Questions? Call the church office.847-362-2174.

The Presbytery of Chicago and First Presbyterian Church of Libertyville

cordially invite you to a service of worship for the installation of

The Rev. Millason Paige Forrester Dailey

as Associate Pastor for Student Ministry

Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 4:00 p.m.
in the Sanctuary.

Join us for a reception immediately following
in Fellowship Hall.

Have you taken advantage of the “Sunday Saint” standing on the side of the chancel? That’s a Stephen Minister. You can receive “on-the-spot” care and share your burden. If you feel you need privacy, just ask the Stephen Minister to step out of the sanctuary or chapel area to share your prayer concern or need. Know, too, that whatever you share, whatever you pray about is confidential.

Our Stephen Ministers Are Ready to Care for You!
We like to think of summer as being a relaxing, enjoyable time. But hurts, struggles, crises, and problems don't take a vacation. If you are experiencing a difficult time--emotionally, spiritually, or relationally--you don't have to suffer alone. Our Stephen Ministers are trained caregivers, ready to listen, care for and encourage you, pray with and for you, and provide one-to-one Christian care to help you through whatever it is that you are facing. Stephen Ministers are members of First Pres who have been through extensive training and provide confidential, one-to-one, Christian care. To find out more about Stephen Ministry for you or someone you know, talk with one of our Stephen Leaders. Check us out.

Stephen Ministry Class to Begin in Fall — Perhaps God has blessed you richly and you're at a place where you can give something back by serving and blessing others. God is waiting to make a difference in their lives through you! If you want to find out more about how you can be involved in this one-to-one caregiving ministry or to learn more about Stephen Ministry for yourself or someone you know, contact one of our Stephen Leaders.

e-Word newsletter – This email styled newsletter is intended to provide updates for church events that may not have been noted in FirstWord or Parish Life. We hope to send our E-Word newsletter 2 times a month. Registration is quick and easy and can be completed here. Even if you have given your email address to the church previously, you must register to receive the newsletter. Contact the church office with questions (847-362-2174).

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Church Hours

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The church office hours of operation are from 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Weekday Pastors on Call
During the week, pastors for our congregation are available on the following schedule:
Rev. Brian Paulson: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri.
Rev. Roberta Dodds Ingersoll: Mon., Wed., Thurs. & Fri.
Rev. Luke Hyder: Mon., Wed., Thurs. & Fri.
Rev. Amy Heinrich: Mon.- Thurs. (until noon each day)