I love serving at St. Ann's in Woodstock. Thank you for the opportunity.
Call or e-mail me with any news or questions you may have.
God Bless You.
815-355-6840
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May
Birthdays
3 Cathy Etheridge
3 Maddie Wienke
4 Cameron Scott
5 Rob Andrews
8 Greg Schroeder
10 Marie Blaho
14 Ben Phillips (son)
22 Jane Shanlever
25 Lynn Steinwehe
27 Irene Brown
28 Jenna Castillo
28 Scott Lechtanski
30 Carrie Wienke
May
Anniversariese-mail your anniv ersary
information to Rev. Conley
1 Patricia Conley
& Roma Simons
1 Helen &
Lewis Hague
28 Mike &
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Please, remember in prayer this week . . .
Please e-mail Prayer Requests, and Updates to Rev. Pat
That the sick and those in special need may find your healing love, especially:
J.J., Dorothy, Karen, Pat, Lori, Michael, Maggie, Jeannette, Joanne, Elizabeth, Teagan, Lou, Terry, Todd, Cole, Shirley, Susan, Minerva, Amy, Jim, Anita, John, Dan, Fred, Cindy, Benedict, Liz, Mike, Bob, Dan, Darlene, Evan, Megan, Barbara, Arthur, James, Mike, Frances, Marie, Dan, Kelly, Mary, Jeanie, Sue, Maryann.
And we remember those serving in our Armed Forces:
Baret, Bryce, Todd, Steven, Michael, Tim, Matthew, Benjamin, Chris, Guy, Joseph, Alicia, Carl, Dave, and Anne.
And we remember those who have died:
Annette Jones
And we remember those serving in public office:
Barack (Pres),
Joe (V-Pres),
US Senators:
Dick & Roland,
US Rep: Melissa,
Governor: Pat,
State Senator: Pam, State Rep: Jack, Mayor: Brian, County Board: Yvonne, Anna, Marc, Bob, Scott, James, Kenneth, Lyn, Ed, Kathleen, Barbara, Mary, Sue, John, Peter, Sandra, Tina, Paula, James, Virginia, Randall, Mary, Daniel, and Ersel. | |
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"Jesus did not come that we might have less death, he came that we might have life and not just any life but so much life that we can share it abundantly with others." __________________________________________________________ |
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Greetings friends,
It was great to be back in St. Ann's pulpit this morning! This morning's homily was titled: "Behold, how they love one another." The second reading of the morning, from I James, provided ample inspiration for the homily -- which addressed important identity questions, like: 1) How does the world know we are Christians, and, 2) How do we know we are God's own for ever?
Terree Emrich served as organist and choir director, leading the choir in that excellent anthem by Ralph Vaughn Williams: At the name of Jesus. Randy Wakitsch was back in service as Worship Assistant -- his shoulder is healing from recent surgery, and, his ministry with us is greatly appreciated (but, he's not yet ready for golf yet). The Rev. Lynn White read the Gospel; Hannah Gitlin was acolyte; Mike Emrich and Gunnar Gitlin were readers; Nadine Francione and Duane Lahti served the chalices; Don & Julia Blaho were ushers; Roma Simons & Pat McCullough served as Altar Guild; and Vincent & Victoria Castillo hosted the Coffee Hour. Thank you to everyone for your ministry at St. Ann's this morning.
It was my great pleasure yesterday to present Anna Blaho and Anna Zaino to Bishop Jeffery Lee for confirmation. The confirmation service was held at Trinity Episcopal Church in Highland Park. We thank God for these Christian young people. By the way, Anna and Anna (known also as "the Annas") have volunteered to teach next year's toddler Sunday School class. We will be introducing a new curriculum experience known as "Godly Play." The children have a real treat in store for them next Fall. Thank you Anna and Anna!
We have numerous announcements of upcoming events and opportunities at St. Ann's. Please, be sure to scroll down through this edition of the "Rector's Reflection" for all the news.
Thank you, God Bless you, and -- See you in church!
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 Real Loosers WANTED!
We are about ready to kick-off our 90 day Weight Loss FUNraiser.
Last year 11 people and one Dog (remember dear Pepper?) -- lost a total of 153 pounds and raised $6,288.00 for the ministries of St. Ann's. EVERYONE wins with this event.
Your rector (Pat Conley) is the the first to join the team -- and my weight loss goal for this event is 20 pounds. We will have all the event materials available next Sunday - for a Kick-off on Sunday, May 17.
If you are interested in being a member of the weight loss team this year, please let me know as soon as possible. Call my direct cell phone (815-355-6840) or e-mail: Rev. Pat Conley +___________________________________________________________ |
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Nets for Life - a great success - Final Report - WOW !
In case you missed the article last week, the total contributed for the Nets for Life lenten outreach project was $662.00 Thanks so much! For more information about this project, go to the website: Nets for Life Africa -- Again, thanks so much for your generosity that will indeed save lives. Rev. Pat
 Also, we have collected and submitted $120.43 to the seasonal United Thank Offering blue box offering, again doing our part to alleviate suffering whenever possible.
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 Plant Sale -- May 16th
Don't buy your spring plants until you first shop the fine selection that will be offered at our St. Ann's plant sale on Saturday, May 16th - from 8:00am-1:00pm.
Helpers are needed for the pre-sale planning, promotion, and set-up. Please contact David (815-943-6396), Howard (815-923-0604), or Joan (815-338-7092) for additional information and/or to offer your assistance.
Please -- everyone -- help us get the word out to the general public regarding this exciting event!
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 Let's All Go To The Ballgame!
NOW for Tickets!
(815) 337-6848
Monday, June 8th 6:30pm
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 Mission-Oriented Coffee in St. Ann's CupsYou may have noticed that on most occasions we use real cups for coffee at St. Ann's (in lieu of paper products). This is one of the small contributions we make towards a greener St. Ann's.
You may also have noticed that some time ago we changed the coffee we use as well. We purchase our coffee from Pura Vida. Pura Vida is Fair Trade, Certified Organic and Shade Grown. Check out this quick video that explains the Pura Vida philosophy.
The special private label "Bishop's Blend" coffees are doing double-good. These coffees are a joint fundraising venture that also benefit Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD). Our purchase of Bishop's Blend helps ERD meet needs worldwide. Episcopal Relief & Development receives 15% of the purchase price from the sale of each bag of Bishops Blend coffee.
On the third Sunday of each month the Green Group makes this same "Bishop's Blend" coffee available to the public for purchase. Watch for the coffee sales table in our parish hall after the 9:30 Eucharist on these special Sundays.
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NEXT Book Group -- 
The Book Group will be reading Run, by Ann Pachett for its next meeting which will be Sunday, May 31 at 4:00pm at Mary Keyse's home. Contact Mary Keyse for additional information.
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 Yard Sale - July 10-11
As you get into your spring cleaning and organizing, remember -- the St. Ann's Annual Garage Sale is coming up soon.
Contact Joanne Gitlin for more information. Your donations and participation in this event is greatly encouraged.
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TOP STORIES - From Episcopal News Service
In light of swine flu outbreak, churches consider procedures
By Solange De Santis (4/28/09)
[Episcopal News Service] As health officials around the world monitor an outbreak of swine flu that has killed more then 150 people in Mexico and spread to six other countries, Episcopal churches are examining liturgical practices and reviewing emergency plans.
"Swine flu is currently being handled by the health authorities. We are, however, prepared to respond through our church networks should we be needed," said Abagail Nelson, senior vice president for programs at the New York headquarters of Episcopal Relief and Development, the church's disaster-relief and economic-development agency.
About 1,600 people have been sickened in Mexico and 50 cases have been reported so far in the United States, but no deaths. After the outbreak was confirmed on April 24, a number of churches in Mexico City on Sunday, April 26 canceled services.
Information about preparing for a potential pandemic influenza outbreak is available on Episcopal Relief and Development's website.
The site carries a list of questions and answers about pandemic influenza and contains links to information and resources for church people in the areas of preparation, care-giving, liturgy and spiritual practice.
Full story: http://www.episcopalchurch.org/79425_ENG_HTM.htm
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Cans for St. Ann's.
Simply place your aluminum cans in a plastic bag and place the bag outside the church's dumpster fence (on the right/west side). Howard will collect the cans and turn them into "cash" for St. Ann's.
Thank you, Howard!
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MAY Coffee Hour Hosts
May 3 Castillos
May 10 Blahos
May 17 Zaino
May 24 Nancy Wright
May 31 Jackie Smithson
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St. Ann's has established a group (community) on Facebook to further connect parishioners with each other and to provide dynamic content (sermons, videos, pictures, etc...) that will not be available elsewhere. Please consider joining us on St. Ann's Facebook and help us create a vibrant cyber-community.
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Our St. Ann's Calendar
May 7 Thurs. 3-9pm Managing for Growth & Transition Conference
(St. Michael's, Barrington - Contact Rev. Conley)
May 8 Fri. 9am-9pm Managing for Growth & Transition
Conf. (St. Michael's, Barrington - Contract Rev. Conley)
May 9 Saturday 9am-1pm Managing for Growth & Transition
Conf. (St. Michael's, Barrington -Contact Rev. Conley)
May 10 SUNDAY - 8am & 9:30am Eucharists. NO Sunday Sch.
Mother's Day
May 13 Wednesday - Vestry Meeting 7:30pm.
May 16 Saturday - 8am - 1pm PLANT SALE
10:00am Finance Committee
May 17 Sunday - 8am & 9:30am Eucharists;
"Extended Parish Coffee Hour"
- and Last Sunday School of the Season.
- Begin Weight Loss FUNraiser 2009!
May 24 Sunday -- 9:00am Eucharist
("Summer Schedule" begins) - Memorial Day Weekend
One Sunday service only through Labor Day
May 31 Sunday - 9:00am Eucharist
Last Sunday for Choir sings together until after Labor Day
July 10-11 Annual Parish YARD SALE -- start planning now!
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St. Ann's Episcopal Church
The Rev. Patricia A. Conley
Rector
815-355-6840
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