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Souper Bowl Sunday!
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Support the Social Service Center
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This Sunday Fourth Church sixth and seventh graders will be collecting monetary contributions and nonperishable food items for the Souper Bowl of Caring--a national grassroots, faith-based campaign against hunger.
This year our Elevation youth are again joining other churches, schools, organizations, and individuals across the country in this fight against hunger and poverty, with proceeds from the Fourth Church collection supporting the food programs of the Chicago Lights Elam Davies Social Service Center.
So look for Fourth Church youth carrying large soup pots this Sunday following morning worship services and help end hunger in our community!
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Youth Leading Worship
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Confirmation and Senior Highs at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.
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Eighth graders in the Confirmation class at Fourth Church have been busy planning and writing the liturgy for this Sunday's 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services!
Senior High youth will lead the service at 9:30 a.m., and those in eighth-grade Confirmation will lead at 11:00 a.m., with youth also sharing their reflections--in place of the sermon--with the congregation. The youth will also be taking part in serving Communion.
We hope you will join us that morning as we, as a community, live out the promise we made to these youth in their baptism to support and nurture them to be faithful disciples. Eighth-grade youth will make their affirmation of faith when they are confirmed on Sunday, April 12.
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Early-Bird Tickets to the Gala
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Discounted Tickets Available until February 6
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Next Friday, February 6 is the last day to take advantage of early-bird ticket rates to Gala of Hope, the fun-filled evening benefiting Chicago Lights, the local mission arm of Fourth Church, and the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being.
Tickets are selling fast and seating is limited, so if you haven't done so already, make your reservations now!
This year's Gala of Hope--formerly known as Carnaval--will again be held at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel. Festivities will include dinner, dessert, and complimentary beverages; live music courtesy of the gala-favorite Ken Arlen Orchestra; silent and live auctions; a Mystery Wine Sale; a Spring Splendor Drawing; and more.
Time:
Friday, March 6
5:30 p.m.
Place:
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel (221 N. Columbus Dr.)
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Fourth Church is honored to be a part of celebrating the life of Ernie Banks, with today's visitation until 8:00 p.m. and tomorrow's funeral at 10:00 a.m., both in the Sanctuary.
While there is limited public seating for the funeral, it will be televised live on WGN News, with the broadcast beginning at 9:30 a.m. It will also air on CLTV and stream online at wgntv.com.
To all the ushers and other volunteers who are making it possible to extend this hospitality to those in attendance, thank you!
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Hospitality Enhancement Workshop Postponed
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The Hospitality Enhancement Workshop originally scheduled for Saturday, January 31 has been postponed so that Fourth Church ushers and greeters might provide hospitality that day to the Ernie Banks family, the Chicago Cubs organization, and all those attending the funeral for Ernie Banks (see above).
A new date for the workshop is currently being scheduled; details will be posted as soon as they are available.
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Annual Meeting of the Congregation
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Meeting and Luncheon: Sunday, February 8
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The Annual Meeting of the Congregation will be held next Sunday, February 8 following the 11:00 a.m. service. As part of the meeting, the congregation will elect new officers.
All members are encouraged to attend the annual meeting. Child care will be provided.
Following the Annual Meeting, all are invited to an intergenerational luncheon with an Italian-themed menu and homemade cupcakes. Tickets for this meal are available at the reception desk.
We hope you'll join us for this important time in the life of Fourth Church!
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"Dying to Know"
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Replogle Center Midwinter Conference
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Have you registered for annual Midwinter Conference "Dying to Know: Life-Affirming Conversations about Living and Dying Well"? Offered through the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being, this February 28 conference at Fourth Church will take a positive approach to discussing death and dying.
Through information, insight, and humor, "Dying to Know" will aim to creative a safe--and even uplifting--space for inquiry into the many questions and emotions regarding death that often go unexamined and unexpressed in our culture.
Register before February 20 to receive a discount! Register online here or by completing and mailing the form here.
Time:
Saturday, February 28
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Place:
Gratz Center
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"Parenting in Faith"
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A Family-Enrichment Series
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Strengthen your family and get to know other parents at Fourth Church through the weekly "Parenting in Faith" series! Typically held every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in Room 4G, this free series equips parents with the tools they will find helpful in raising a healthy family and forming a supportive community.
No RSVP is necessary for any of the sessions; participants are encouraged to attend as their schedules allow.
Faith Formation Workshop
First Sundays
Next Meeting: February 1
Each month this group focuses on a different aspect of parents' faith so that they can be better prepared to help their children develop their faith.
Mindful Parenting
Second Sundays
Next Meeting: February 8
This gathering, led by Sue Schemper of the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being, centers on mindful, creative, and effective parenting techniques.
Connect as a Community
Third Sundays
Next Meeting: February 15
Get to know other parents through this intentional opportunity of casual conversation and fellowship.
Enriching Relationships
Fourth Sundays
Next Meeting: February 22
This series, led by Rachael L. Miller of the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being, helps partners and spouses grow and deepen their relationship with one another.
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"Chicago PD" at Fourth Church
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The television show Chicago PD recently filmed at Fourth Church! The episode including the segment is scheduled to air this coming Wednesday, February 4 at 9:00 p.m. on NBC.
Check it out and see if you can spot Fourth Church!
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Worship This Week
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8:00 a.m. with Communion
Shannon J. Kershner, Pastor, preaching Scripture texts: Psalm 111 1 Corinthians 8:1-139:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Youth of Fourth Church leading "Reflections from Our Youth"Scripture texts: Psalm 111 Mark 1:21-284:00 p.m. Jazz Service with Communion
Elizabeth Nickerson, Interim Director of Worship, preaching "A New Teaching"
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Concerts at Fourth Church
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The Noonday concerts listed here are free.
Saturday, January 31, 2015
St. Olaf Choir
7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Tickets available through St. Olaf College
wp.stolaf.edu | 800.363.5487 Friday, February 6, 2015 Kithara Trio Susan Saylor, flutist Jill Kaeding, cellist Faye Seeman, harpist 12:10 p.m. in Buchanan Chapel
Cosponsored by the Musicians Club of Women
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Chicago Ensemble
7:30 p.m. in Buchanan Chapel Tickets available through Chicago Ensemble
www.thechicagoensemble.org | 773.558.3448 Friday, February 13, 2015
Thomas Gouwens, organist
(Associate Organist at Fourth Church)
12:10 p.m. in the Sanctuary
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Volunteer at Fourth Church
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There are several ways to get involved in the mission and ministry of Fourth Church. See below for details!
Current Volunteer Needs
To sign up for any of these volunteer opportunities or to learn more about them, stop by Coffee Hour on Sunday morning or contact Larry Nicholson, Director of Volunteer Ministry.
A complete list of volunteer needs is available online.
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