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40th Anniversary of the Ordination of the First Female Episcopal Priests
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On July 29, 1974, in Philadelphia, eleven women were ordained as the first female priests in the Episcopal Church. They became known as the "Philadelphia Eleven."
We've compiled some resources in celebration of this anniversary, and you will find them at this link.
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Lake & Forest Parking Garage Closing August 4th
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 The village-owned parking garage adjacent to our parking lot is closing on August 4 in preparation for the new development at that site. Those who use the Lake & Forest garage have been directed to the Holley Court Garage a few blocks to the west, and accessible from both Marion and Ontario streets. The Avenue Garage at Oak Park Avenue and North Boulevard also is a nearby parking option. Please note that Grace will continue to maintain exclusive parking rights on Sunday mornings in the open lot we lease to the village. More information about the development project is on the Village of Oak Park website at this link. |
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A Few Reminders About Our Kitchen
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Please remember to clean up after yourself when in the kitchen (or, for that matter in any room) at Grace.
If you use it, please wash it, dry it, and put it away. If you spill it, please wipe it clean. Kindly remember to empty coffee grounds from the new coffee maker and dispose of them in the trash. Also, please do not leave any food out.
That mythical kitchen fairy we envision cleaning up in the middle of the night after us doesn't really exist.
Thanks for your cooperation!
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 Shawn is on vacation during the month of July. Emergency contact information is on her voicemail message and email auto-response. |
All-French Organ Concert by Charlie Carpenter
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In connection with Art Dans La Rue in Oak Park
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 Charlie Carpenter will be performing an all-French organ concert at Grace Church in connection with Oak Park's Art Dans La Rue on Tuesday, August 5th at 6:26PM. More information about Art Dans La Rue in Oak Park is at this link. |
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Attention Amazon Shoppers
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Support Grace while you shop!
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If you shop at Amazon, please use the link below to access Amazon.com. Grace will then get a percentage of any purchases made. It's a painless way to help Grace and costs you nothing. FYI, we never see who buys what. We've already raised over $130 thanks to all those who have participated thus far.
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Save the Date For a Very Special Dinner Party
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We are planning a very special dinner party at Grace Church on Saturday, September 6th at 5:30PM to honor Dennis for his 20 years of Music Ministry, Douglas for his 15 years of Parish Administration, Jon for 10 years as our Parish Deacon, and Shawn for 10 years as our Priest. We know you'll not only want to come, but are hoping you'll want to help out too.
To help with the dinner (cooking, set-up, clean-up, decorations) please get in touch with Sue Wells, Sarah Hunt, or Leslie Atwood.
To help with entertainment contact Suzanne Haraburd, or Hollis Bernstein.
To help with the special gifts contact Mark Woodworth, or Barbara Larsen.
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Participants in Upcoming Sunday Services
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August 3rd 10:30am Service:
MC/LEMS: Cyndy Reynolds; Natalie Ratz, Barbara Larsen, Sam Love, Charlie MacDougall, Phoenix Sullivan
LECTOR: Lillian Hohmann
INTERCESSORS: Barbara Larsen, Cyndy Reynolds
ALTAR GUILD: Joan Anderson, Heather Bovell, Flora Green, Kathy Onayemi, Al Papillon, Willie Polite, Sally Prescott, Natalie Ratz, Marie Rock, Jane Shirley, Chuck Tupta; Mary Ann Urbashich
BREAD BAKER: The Lucé Family
USHERS: James Redden, Flemming Bovell, Linda Reynes, Jim Groll
GREETERS: Stephanie Bailey, Heather Bovell, Paul & Cathy O'Kelly
COFFEE HOUR HOSTS AFTER 9:00 SERVICE: Sue Wells, beverages
COFFEE HOUR HOSTS AFTER 10:30 SERVICE: Sue Wells, beverages
August 10th 10:30am Service:
MC/LEMS: Steve Fanning; Karen-Jo Mensch, James Redden, Helen Thomason, Bob Vogler, Sue Wells
LECTORS: Tony Dobrowolski, Faye Peters
INTERCESSORS: Steve Fanning, Mary Pat Mauro
ALTAR GUILD: Joan Anderson, Heather Bovell, Flora Green, Kathy Onayemi, Al Papillon, Willie Polite, Sally Prescott, Natalie Ratz, Marie Rock, Jane Shirley, Chuck Tupta; Mary Ann Urbashich
BREAD BAKER: The Lucé Family
USHERS: Adrienne Gervais, Jane Shirley, Leslie Atwood
GREETERS: Flora Green, Sarah Hunt, DeLacy Sarantos
COFFEE HOUR HOSTS AFTER 9:00 SERVICE: Sue Wells, beverages; Cyndy Reynolds, treats
COFFEE HOUR HOSTS AFTER 10:30 SERVICE: Sue Wells, beverages; Cyndy Reynolds, treats
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Wednesday, July 30, 2014
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Wednesday Morning Eucharist
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7:00 AM
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SLAA/SAA Meeting
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9:00 AM
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Thursday, July 31, 2014
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SLAA/SAA Meeting
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9:00 AM
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Staff Meeting
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11:30 AM
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Evensong
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6:00 PM
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Concerts @ 6:26
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6:26 PM
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SAA 12-Step Group
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7:00 PM
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Friday, August 01, 2014
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Rector's Day Off
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SLAA/SAA 12-Step Workshop
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9:05 AM
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Wedding Rehearsal
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4:00 PM
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Saturday, August 02, 2014
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SLAA 12-Step Group
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9:30 AM
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Wedding
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4:30 PM
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Sunday, August 03, 2014
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The Rite Place - A service for the child in us all
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9:00 AM
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Coffee Hour
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9:30 AM
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Lectionary Discussion Group
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9:45 AM
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Sung Choral Eucharist
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10:30 AM
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Coffee Hour
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11:45 AM
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SLAA 12-Step Group
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7:00 PM
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AA 12-Step Group
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8:30 PM
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Monday, August 04, 2014
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Chess Camp
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8:30 AM
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SLAA/SAA Meeting
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9:00 AM
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Finance Committee Meeting
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7:00 PM
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Tuesday, August 05, 2014
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Chess Camp
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8:30 AM
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SLAA/SAA Meeting
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9:00 AM
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Charlie Carpenter All-French Organ Performance for Art Dans La Rue
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6:26 PM
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Mutual Ministry Committee
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7:00 PM
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SLAA 12-Step Group
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7:00 PM
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Wednesday, August 06, 2014
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Wednesday Morning Eucharist
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7:00 AM
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Chess Camp
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8:30 AM
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SLAA/SAA Meeting
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9:00 AM
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Chicago a cappella rehearsal
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6:45 PM
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Our Mission:
Grace Church seeks to bring God's love and Christ's teaching to all people, to become a passionately involved, intentional Christian community, to support the spiritual journey of each person, and to work toward reconciliation, peace, and justice in our world.
Our Core Values:
-Reach out to support our neighbors locally and worldwide as we seek to obey God's command to love our neighbors as ourselves.
-Encourage and support spiritual growth in all people while respecting that each person is at a different point in his or her spiritual journey.
-Work to be ever more present to and caring for each member of the Grace community and to be fully welcoming to all who enter Grace's doors.
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