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Tonight between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. in Anderson Hall, all are invited to an artist reception for Chicago-based visual artist Sergio Gomez. Mr. Gomez, whose exhibition is on display in the Loggia through Monday, February 29, will give a presentation on his work and lead attendees on a gallery walkthrough.
Mr. Gomez, who received a master of fine arts degree from Northern Illinois University, has showcased his work in solo exhibitions around the United States, Europe, Korea, and Mexico. His work can also be found in private and public collections at such venues as the National Museum of Mexican Art, Brauer Art Museum, and the Museo Internazionale Italia Arte (MIIT).
Please plan to join us next Friday evening for an opportunity to hear the artist talk about his beautiful and visually arresting works.
Time:
Friday, February 12
6:30-8:30 p.m.
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Opportunity to Elect New Officers
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The Annual Meeting of the Congregation will be held this Sunday following the 11:00 a.m. service. As part of the meeting, the congregation will elect new officers as well as hear reports from Shannon Kershner, the Chicago Lights Board, and Trustees.
All members are encouraged to attend and participate in this important meeting in the life of Fourth Church!
Time:
Sunday, February 14
12:15 p.m.
Place:
Sanctuary
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Fellowship and an Italian-themed Menu
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Following the Annual Meeting of the Congregation this Sunday, Congregational Life is hosting a luncheon in Borwell Dining Room.
The Italian-themed menu includes meat lasagna, a vegetarian pasta dish, green beans, Caesar salad, buttered garlic bread, and homemade cupcakes. A gluten-free option will also be available.
Tickets for this meal are available at the reception desk through Saturday and at the door on Sunday afternoon.
We hope you'll join us for this time of fellowship as we enjoy a delicious meal together!
Time:
Sunday, February 14
1:00 p.m.
Place:
Borwell Dining Room
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Win a One-month "Joy Ride"
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Gala of Hope tickets are sold out! Thanks to everyone who reserved their spot at this annual event benefiting Chicago Lights and the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being. (If you would like to put your name on the wait list, contact Andrea Miller at amiller@fourthchurch.org or 312.640.2576.)
Whether you'll be joining us at the Gala or not, you can still take part in the drawing for the "Joy Ride." One lucky winner of the this drawing will have the opportunity for a one-month convertible rental from Berman's Infiniti of Chicago. With 1,500 miles included, the possibilities of where you could go are almost infinite! Plus, all drawing proceeds benefit the important community outreach work of Chicago Lights and the Replogle Center!
The winner need not be present at the Gala, and we will continue to have drawing tickets available in the weeks ahead, including at Coffee Hour and also online here.
Winner must be twenty-five years or older and hold a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
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Visit the Mission Table at Coffee Hour This Sunday
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Through recent book studies and Michigan Avenue Forums, Fourth Church has been learning about the tragic consequences of mass incarceration and the need for reform of our country's criminal justice system.
This Sunday during Coffee Hour, the World Mission and Social Justice Committee will have available information about mass incarceration as well as details about ways to get involved with advocacy efforts around the topic.
We hope you'll stop by this Sunday as we continue to explore what this issue means and what we might do about it.
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 "Cookies and Cocoa" Family Night
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Stave off the winter blues with a "Cookies and Cocoa" Family Night next Friday, February 19! From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., all families are invited to Borwell Dining Room for an evening of board games, active games, and winter crafts, all while decorating cookies and sipping hot chocolate. A shared meal of grilled cheese and tomato soup will also be served.
We hope to see families next Friday for what is sure to be a cozy and fun evening!
Time:
Friday, February 19
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Place:
Borwell Dining Room
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Thank You for Your Souper Support!
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Thank you to everyone--including those shown here!--who participated in last Sunday's Souper Bowl of Caring! Fourth Church sixth and seventh graders collected $2,003 and 206 cans for the Chicago Lights Elam Davies Social Service Center Food Pantry.
Our Junior High youth joined other churches, schools, organizations, and individuals across the country in this annual project to tackle hunger and poverty.
Thank you for your support in helping end hunger in our community!
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Worship This Week
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Sunday, February 14, 2016
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Passages
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Wedding
We give thanks to God for the gift of life together.
Nora Schmidt Boneham and Mollie Kathleen Kryka, February 6, 2016
DeathsWe give thanks to God for the gift of eternal life.
Ellen G. Calderini, January 8, 2016
Marjorie (Margoe) Raney, February 1, 2016 A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 13 at 3:00 p.m. at the Church in Chicago (3915 W. Irving Park). Back to top |
Concerts at Fourth Church
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Concerts at Fourth Church
Friday Noonday concerts are free.
Friday, February 19, 2016Thomas E. Gouwens, organist (Associate Organist at Fourth Church)12:10 p.m. in the Sanctuary Friday, February 26, 2016
John W. W. Sherer, organist (Organist and Director of Music at Fourth Church) 12:10 p.m. in the Sanctuary Monday, February 29, 2016Aberdeen University Civic Symphony 7:00 p.m. in Buchanan Chapel Tuesday, March 1 Chicago Ensemble 7:30 p.m. in Buchanan Chapel Tickets available through Chicago Ensemble | 773.558.3448
A complete concert schedule is available online. Back to top
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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
"Bucket Brigade" volunteers to help pass organ pipes to the east organ loft
Nursery caregivers during the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services
Tutors for Chicago Lights Tutoring Tutors are needed one evening a week--Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday--from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. New volunteers are asked to attend an orientation session. A schedule is available here.
Share Shop volunteers to organize donated clothing items and help Chicago Lights Elam Davies Social Service Center guests select clothing.
An orientation session for both new and current volunteers will be offered on Monday, February 22 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Room 4D and Thursday, February 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. in Room 4G. Opportunity to tour the Social Service Center will take place following orientation. RSVP for one of these sessions online here.
Sunday School teachers during the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services
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.
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