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News from The Episcopal Church of St. Paul  April 2012 |
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Dear Friends in Christ,
I hope you will join us as we celebrate Holy Week this year. We are adding some new elements of storytelling and experiential liturgies that while rooted deeply in our Anglican tradition encourage us to get out of our seats and deepen our connection with Jesus.
We will still have our traditional Triduum liturgies
of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Great Vigil of Easter all at 6 PM.
Maundy Thursday will look the most different this year as our worship will include an actual meal of delicious Mediterranean cuisine from a local restaurant. We will celebrate Holy Communion together very much in the fashion of the first Last Supper. And then end our evening with a reading of arrest of Jesus as we enter a time of vigil in the sanctuary lasting until midnight.
Our children will take an active role in participating in our Maundy Thursday, Easter Vigil, and Easter Sunday services in particular.
Rev Stacy's letter continues below... |
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On Good Friday the nursery will be open during our evening service which may be more solemn than our youngest most active members can stand! And on Easter Vigil we will welcome a new adult member to the body of Christ through the sacrament of Holy Baptism.
Think of these fresh expressions of liturgy, baptism, and welcoming children much more intentionally as Anglicanism Remixed.That is the title of the diocesan wide workshop St. Paul's will be hosting on May 5th, 2012 with The Rev. Stephanie Spellers, author of Radical Welcome, as our workshop leader. The Episcopal Church (Anglican Church in the United States) has so much to offer in our beautiful traditions of worship and hospitality reflected most poignantly in Holy Week and most joyfully in Eastertide. Join us for Holy Week this year, and join us for Anglicanism Remixed on May 5th. Be a part of making the connection with God and our community as the people of St. Paul's.
The Peace of Christ be with you,
Rev. Stacy+ |
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Holy Week and Easter Services at St. Paul's, April 1-8
Palm Sunday, April 1
Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday liturgies at both the 8:00 A.M.
and 10:30 A.M. services.
We will begin with the blessing of the palms in the parish hall and
proceed outdoors (weather permitting) into the sanctuary. The passion
narrative read as a play in parts will also be a part of this service.
The Triduum - Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Vigil
Maundy Thursday, April 5 We will gather in the parish hall for the service of the Word (first half of the Eucharist) with a family style Mediterranean meal in the spirit of the last supper Jesus ate with his disciples. Holy Communion will follow in the second half of the service with procession to the altar of repose with the reserved sacrament (bread from Communion) to set in a garden to remind us of Gethsemane in the Sanctuary. A vigil will be kept at the altar of repose until midnight. Good Friday, April 6  At 12:00 Noon and 6:00 P.M. At noon we will pray the stations of the cross and read the passion narrative. At 6 P.M., there will be readings and reflections on the passion of Christ and the veneration of the cross. Music will be a part of the 6 P. M. service. The nursery will be open during the 6 P.M. service.The Great Vigil of Easter, April 7 On Saturday night, we will light the Paschal (Easter) fire at 6 P.M., outside the west entrance to the Sanctuary. The Easter Vigil liturgy begins in darkness with song and story reminding us of our journey from Creation to Easter. Creativity in storytelling and singing will abound this year, and a glorious celebration of holy  baptism and the celebration of the first Eucharist of Easter will wrap up our service as we proclaim once again, "The Lord is risen! The Lord is risen indeed!" We will then break the fast of Lent with a festive reception (chocolate, hors d'oeurvres, champagne and equally attractive bubbly non-alcoholic beverages). Children are welcome at all services, and encouraged to attend and participate. Too close to bedtime? Bring them out in their pj's. Bedtime snacks, blankies, and stuffed animals in the pews are also welcome. Easter, Sunday, April 8 Sunday Services The Holy Eucharist Rite I 8:00 A.M. Rite II 10:30 A.M. The Nursery is open for Easter Sunday during the 10:30 A.M. service. There will be a Children's Chapel during the 10:30 A.M. service in that parish hall & an egg hunt after this service Special music for the service will include the Adult/Youth Choir, Trumpet, Steel Pan Drum, and the Children's Choir has been preparing festive music for the 10:30 A.M. service! 
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Easter Vigil Reception, Saturday, April 6
We'll celebrate with a festive reception following the service.
Please plan to bring a favorite hors d'oeuvre, light dessert, or other finger food to share. Champagne and other non-alcoholic bubbly beverages will be provided. |
CROSSwalk is a four-mile Holy Week procession
across the heart of the city to remember murdered youth and connect participants with opportunities to protect children, mitigate violence and support families struggling with these issues.
CROSSwalk is not a protest march. It is a vigil, one tied directly to follow-up action. Through it all, we want to remember...to reflect and mourn...to express outrage and pray for those who have been lost. CROSSwalk will take place on Monday, April 2, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at St. James Cathedral. Rev. Stacy, Rev. Rich, Oscar and Rowan plan to do the first part of the walk (weather permitting). We won't go if it's pouring rain for example). If you would like to go as a group from St. Paul's, contact Rev. Stacy today. We will be riding the Metra downtown from Elburn. Lots of walking is involved, so plan to wear appropriate clothing to be outdoors and walk for up to four miles. |
Food Pantry, Sunday, April 8
April Food Pantry collection day is Easter Sunday.
In celebration of Easter this year, please plan to bring with you a non
perishable food item (no glass jars,please). Monetary donations can be
dropped off on any Sunday, or at theparish office Monday through Thursday,
9 AM-2 PM.
For further information please contact Pat and Vince at (815) 758-1575. |
Good Friday Service at Old St. Paul's Church
Friday, April 13th
St. Paul's Parishioners are invited to Good Friday Services at St. George Greek-Orthodox Church, Friday, April 13 th at 2:30 p.m.
Bessie Cronopolis, a parishioner and former mayor of Dekalb thought it would be nice to get together and see a service in our old church. The service at this time is a short (1 hour) service in which Christ is removed from the cross and placed in a container to signify his burial. It will be a very interesting service! Their priest is very open to our attending. If anyone is interest, please call Rosemarie Ostberg at 815-758-5216 and we can plan to go as a group from St. Paul's.
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Love INC Banquet, Saturday, April 14th
On April 14th the third Annual Love INC Banquet will be at St. Mary Memorial Hall in Sycamore starting at 6 p.m. You are invited to come hear what God is doing, see what God is doing and take part in what God is doing in our communities through the partnership of 32 churches and Love INC. Volunteers are needed to attend and represent St. Paul's.
Please see Jennie Cummings for more information or visit Love INC's website.
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 Low Sunday Brunch, Sunday, April 15
Just when you thought all the celebrating was over, we want to entice you back with our annual Low Sunday Brunch, which will take place on Sunday, April 15th at 9:00 a.m. (between services). We need folks to bring some yummy breakfast casseroles, as well as fruit salads and other side dishes. Beverages (orange juice, coffee and milk) will be provided. Plan to partake in this joyous, delicious meal, chat up regulars from the other service, and please don't forget to sign up in the parish hall! |
Camp Chicago Registration has begun! 
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The Episcopal Diocese of Chicago Summer Camp provides
an opportunity for children and youth to learn about God, themselves, others, and the Episcopal Church through the adventure of outdoor camp. The summer camp experience allows young people to develop a greater spiritual awareness of God's presence in their lives. Camp Chicago is now located near the Rock River in Oregon, IL. The early bird rates are available until March 30th. For more details, check out the website at www.episcopalchicago.org or email campchicago@episcopalchicago.org. |
 ECW Annual Convention, Saturday, April 14 A Personal Journey: Working to End Human Trafficking ECW's 128th Annual Meeting and Convention will be held at St. James Cathedral on Saturday, April 14 at 9 AM. This year's keynote speaker will be Rachel Durchslag, founder and CEO of the Chicago Coalition Against Sexual Exploitation, who will speak about her work to end human trafficking. The gathering will also include a business session and time for attendees to learn from Lisa Lee about the Treasures of St. James Cathedral, including the history of the Jenny Lind Chalice made in 1852.
Registration information is on the table in the Parish Hall and funding to attend is available through the St. Paul's ECW. Visit the ECW Chicago website for more details and registration information. |
 A Lobster Boil Primer! Sunday, April 15
Things are gearing up for the ECW's 43rd annual fundraiser which will be held on May 19. This event not only results in raising money for many local charities and St. Paul's programs but also is a wonderful community building event for our parish family. We will be kicking the event off at the Low Sunday Brunch on April 15. At that time you will be encouraged to sign up help with one or more of the various tasks to make this event a success. This year we will be asking everyone to help distribute order forms to co-workers, friends, neighbors, and friendly strangers walking down the street, and post at your favorite stores, etc. The basics: (Last year we ordered 1550 - let's beat that this year!!!) - Lobsters are ordered with a form or on-line - orders are due by May 14
- Live lobsters are transported from Boston to DeKalb
- From 4 - 8 pm we work feverishly cooking the lobsters and filling the orders
- At 8 pm we have celebratory dinner together (byo lobster or entrée of you choice!)
We need everyone's help third grade and up! Childcare will be provided for our younger members! More details will follow but mark your calendars! Questions? Contact a member of the Lobster Team: Ellen Anderson, Pat Brown, Jennie Cummings, Rick Johns, Rhys Prall, Rosemarie Ostberg, or Betsy Pool. |
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Reception for Local Charities
Wednesday, April 18
The ECW will be hosting a reception for the 10
agencies who will receive funds from the 2011 Lobster Boil on Wed. April 18 from 3 - 4 in the Parish Hall. We have done this the past two years and it has been a very successful event. We ask each organization to tell us briefly how they spend our contribution and their stories are very moving. We will be distributing nearly $3500, about $350 each, to organizations who provide critical services to the most vulnerable members of our community. Members of the parish are encouraged to attend. |
| ECW Luncheon, Saturday, April 21 Our monthly ECW Luncheon is on April 21 at Noon, in the Parish Hall. Marilyn Cleland is coordinating our April gathering - look for more details soon! These lunches provide a great opportunity to get to know other females in the parish and all are welcome. Please join us! |
April Adult Christian Education
Easter Tide Soup for the Soul, April 25th to May 16th
These sessions will focus on an introduction to the Gospel of Luke.
Book Readings, April 22, April 29 and May 6th Made for Goodness, by Desmund Tutu. Order your own or contact Reverend Stacy by 4/15 if you want her to order it. Scholarships are also available. |
Stephanie Spellers Workshop, "Anglicanism Remixed"
Saturday, May 5
Stephanie Spellers' Radical Welcome: Embracing God, The Other, and the Spirit of Transformation . Spellers is an Episcopal priest and leader of The Crossing Community in Boston " where real church meets real life " Spellers was the keynote speaker at diocesan convention this past November, and will be leading two workshops in the Diocese of Chicago this spring.
Radical Welcome is a practical theological guide for congregations that want to move beyond mere inclusivity toward becoming a place where welcoming "The Other" is taken seriously and where engaging God's mission becomes more than just a catch-phrase. You can order
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Bowl for Kids' Sake
"Team St. Paul" raised $380 for the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program via the "Bowl For Kids' Sake" event. Rev. Stacy had the high score on the "bumper" lane - 139. Gail Piper was the leading scorer on the non-bumper lane with 103. Rev. Rich, Lonnie Piper, Jennifer Sitzes, Oscar & Rowan Frontjes and Maureen Gerrity also bowled. Jennifer and Oscar tied at 91, and Rowan bowled 103!! Jimmi, Jayne & Philip Crosby stopped by to cheer us on. A great time was had by all - thank you, everyone for your generous support. |
Anniversaries, Birthdays & Events
Birthdays:
Maggie Russell (4- 2) David Aarons (4-3)
Jeffery Roberts (4-14) Kimberly Petty (4-14)
Mitrick (Rick) Johns (4-17) Torrie Newport (4-17)
Alan Leonard (4-18) Scott Newport (4-22)
Doug Roberts (4-23) Rochelle Cripe (4-26)
Events:
April 1, Palm Sunday, 8:30/10:30 A.M. April 2, CrossWalk Chicago April 5, Maundy Thursday, 6:00 P.M.
April 6, Good Friday, 6:00 P.M.
April 7, Saturday Vigil, 6:00 P.M. Reception follows
April 8, Easter Sunday, 8:30/10:30 A.M.
April 11, Wednesday Morning Service Cancelled, Rev. Stacy will be away
April 15, Low Sunday Brunch between services 9:15-10:15 A.M.
April 21, ECW Luncheon, Parish Hall 12 Noon
April 28, Dick Beard Funeral, 11:00 A.M. at St. Paul's |
 Melissa London, Administrative Assistant Meet our new administrative assistant, Melissa London. Melissa is a graduate student in the Clinical Psychology doctoral program at NIU. She is finishing up her first year after moving to Dekalb from New York City. She received her B.A. in Psychology and Sociology from Hunter College- City University of New York. Her research at NIU is currently focused on trauma, resilience and coping strategies. She joined the staff here at St. Paul's in March and is happy to be here! |
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The Episcopal Church of St. Paul Contact Information
The Episcopal Church of St. Paul
900 Normal Rd., DeKalb, Illinois 60115
Parish Office: (815) 756-4888
Parish Fax: (815) 758-6140
The Rev. Stacy A. Walker-Frontjes, Rector
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