News from St. Paul's Episcopal Church February 2016

February, 2016

Dear Friends,

You may have noticed that interspersed in our worship are moments of silence. I am mindful to make these silences significant to give us time to reflect on what we have just heard, to prepare for what we are about to pray, and to allow us some moments of rest in the arms of God. Silence and quiet is maintained in fewer and fewer places in our society. I was telling a friend recently about the new and improved DeKalb Public Library and how the room I was most looking forward to using was the "Quiet Room." She remarked that it seemed odd for a library to have a room marked specifically for silence as libraries used to always be quiet as a rule. I remember those days too! But times and technology have changed.

However our need for spaces to rest and reflect has not changed. And our desire to draw closer to God has not waned despite the increasing noise and interruption of everyday life. During my sabbatical I became aware of my own need to slow down and listen-to be still and remember that God is God, and I am not. How grateful I was for the places I found during my sabbatical time that were set aside for quiet. I needed silence to rest and turn my attention to God. While it was wonderful to go way out into the wilderness to find that quiet, that isn't something I'm able to do every day, or even every year. How grateful I was to find sanctuaries at chapels and churches along the way that were open, hospitable, and quiet.

IN THIS ISSUE

Letter from the Rector

Ash Wednesday

Visit to ISNU

Water Relief

From the Senior Warden

Treasurer's Report

Music Ministries

Christmas and Epiphany

Lenten Booklets

Lenten Retreat

Eucharist at Oak Crest

Mid-Week Holy Eucharist

Anglican Primates

Bishop Curry Statement

Bishop Lee Letter

Annual Meeting Report

Deacon Lou Ness

Parish Office Reminders

Flowers for the Altar

Food Pantry Report and Reminders

ECW Luncheons

United Thank Offering

Mission and Outreach

Hosting Opportunities at NIU

Tools for Caregivers

St. Nick Mite Boxes

Safe Passage Gifts

Thank you

Anniversaries, Birthdays, & Events

Contact Information

Since returning to work in the parish it has occurred to me that I'm not the only one seeking rest. I rearranged my office upon my return so that now my desk faces out a window onto our front yard and the car and pedestrian traffic along and around Normal Road. In the summer time it isn't unusual to see our neighbors resting or playing in the church yard. But in the wintertime, where is one to go when seeking holy rest and connection with God? The answer to this question was obvious to me: our Sanctuary. Many times over the years I have met people knocking at the door who just wanted to come inside and pray awhile. Beginning this February we are going to extend the invitation year round for all those walking by the front doors of our Sanctuary to come inside, to be quiet, to be still and know God. Monday thru Thursday, 9:00A.M. to 2:00P.M. when the staff is already on site we will open the front doors, place a sign of welcome on the front step, and let God take care of the rest. It's a little thing, and yet to those weary pilgrims in need of a sacred and silent place to rest, it's the world.

In Christ,

Rev. Stacy+

ASH WEDNESDAY

SERVICES

February 10, 2016

8:00 am (no music)

and 6:00 pm (music)

with Potluck Dinner

"ASHES ON THE GO"

at the Rector's Office

9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Visit to the Islamic Society of NIU and DeKalb

February 6, 2105

The Congregation of the Islamic Society of NIU/DeKalb has made an invitation to the members of St. Paul's to visit their newly opened mosque on Saturday, February 6th, at 1:30 PM. There will be tour followed by fellowship and refreshments. Children are welcome. The mosque is located at 801 Normal Road, across the street and about one block south of St. Paul's and parking is available on site. We will plan to meet there.

Some people had asked about what they should wear to be respectful and considerate guests of the Islamic Society. Conservative clothing is recommended, no shorts. Slacks are fine. Conservative tops and shirts with longer sleeves are preferred (no sleeveless shirts). It is customary for women (and high school aged girls) to cover their heads when visiting a mosque. A hat or a scarf will suffice. Some scarves will be available at the mosque for those who need them. Children and men do not need to cover their heads.

It is also customary for everyone to remove their shoes when entering the mosque. The building is handicap accessible with an elevator. Refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall where this is a tile floor, so socks are recommended for your comfort.

World Mission Sunday

Water Relief in Flint Michigan

In the Episcopal Church the last Sunday after the Epiphany is designated as World Mission Sunday. This year we will take up a collection for water relief for the citizens of Flint, Michigan. If you would like to bring a check on February 7th for the collection please write it to "St. Paul's Episcopal Church" with "Flint Water Relief" in the memo. Donations will be sent to St. Paul's, Flint which is coordinating with other Episcopal ministries in the city of Flint to provide disaster relief.

According to the blog of the Diocese of Eastern Michigan, "By giving financially to the disaster response, you help us broaden the impact of your gift as we continue to provide safe water by the pallet as well as the components of a fresh, nutritious diet that will combat the effects of lead poisoning in our city's children."

Not able to attend on February 7th, but still want to donate? You can mail a check directly to St. Paul's, Flint with "Water Relief" in the memo at: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 711 S Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48502 . There is also a link in the blog where you can make a secure online donation.

Additional information about how the Episcopal Church is responding to this crisis can be found at the Episcopal News Service.

From the Senior Warden, Rick Johns

Thank you for electing me senior warden for 2016. I will do my very best to do a good job at it, overcoming all obstacles and keeping our church alive, healthy and growing. Please come talk to me if you have any concerns or anything you wish to share with me. As I am in the choir, I attend the 10:30 service every Sunday, and coffee hour afterwards. I am also available by email (rjohns@niu.edu) or phone (815-217-4849), and I would enjoy having a cup of coffee or sharing meal with any of you.

Rick Johns

Treasurer's Report:

January 2016 Mars Hill Treasurer's Report with December 2015 figures

This report covers the month of December 2015. The American Midwest Bank checking account is our primary operating account. Accounting reports are compiled by American Midwest Tax and Accounting, Inc. whose office is on Elm St. in Sycamore next to the American Midwest Bank downtown branch. Sheila Appel is our primary contact.

Receipts through December 31, 2015

We received 96% of the pledged amount and 96% of the total budgeted receipts for the twelve month period. Year to date receipts as of 12/31/15 were $212,303. Pledge amount totals were ($3,868) lower than pledged. ID or Regular offerings (not pledges) were ($4,363) less than budgeted. Total receipts were $(8,130) less than budgeted.

Disbursements through December 31, 2015

Total operating disbursements for the twelve month period were 98% of the budgeted amount. The total year to date disbursements were $220,874. This includes 100% of the $100,000 we budgeted from the Endowment fund. Disbursements were ($4,193) less than budgeted. The difference between receipts and disbursements year to date is ($8,571) on the negative side. We projected a deficit of ($4,378.) Lower receipts increased it.

Building Fund

The balance in the Edward Jones Building Fund at the end of December was $30,000 in CD's and $9,114 in the Money Market Fund. The total December balance of Building funds including $2,262. in the American Midwest Bank account, was $41,377. The CD for $10,000 which came due on December 21, 2015 was rolled over to a one year CD from Brookline Bank. Total Building fund disbursements for the year totaled $13,962, as follows: Vic Reed, Lighting $2,302; Trevor Floyd, Advent Wreath $1,895; Premier Pavement, Parking Lot Improvements $6,005; Portable Building $2,115 - with $1,111paid from ECW Lobster Boil proceeds; MacNamara, Organ Repairs $1,645.

Endowment Fund

The value of the Endowment Fund at the end of December was $1,921,446. The net decrease in value for the year is ($120,245.) According to the Bylaws we may use up to 5% of the yearly average monthly ending balance in the Endowment fund for operating costs. To exceed that amount would require a vote of parish members. At the end of December, 4% of that figure was $80,329, and 5% was $100,411.

Apache Stock - The 6.009 shares on deposit with the company were valued at $267 on December 31, 2015. The value has decreased ($108) since the beginning of the year.

On December 31, 2015 Fund balances in the AMB checking account were:

Discretionary Fund $666.35 Flower Fund $572.35

Columbarium Fund $2,064.30 Operating Fund $263.14

Building Fund $2,262.35 Total $5,828.49

Respectfully submitted,

Pat Brown, Treasurer, January 16, 2016.

Music Ministries

The Children's Choir did a wonderful job with the Epiphany Pageant!

Congratulations and Thanks to all who participated! Especially to Ava, Emilia, Quinn, Oscar, Rowan, Luke, Ellison and Baby Liam!

The Adult/Youth and Children's Choirs sang beautifully for our Christmas Eve Service!

We are very fortunate to have such awesome volunteers in both talent and spirit at St. Paul's! Thank You, Choirs!

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Two of our parishioners,

Rick Johns and Freyja Rasmussen-Johns, will be singing with The DeKalb Festival Chorus, in a community choral collaboration to benefit the Dekalb County Community Gardens!

This Benefit Concert is Saturday, February 6th, 7:00 PM, in The Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, Music Building, at Northern Illinois University. The Concert, An Evening of Broadway Music, is free and open to the public.

Lorraine Langer, Director of Music Ministries

lorrainelanger@stpaulsdekalb.org

Christmas 2015 and Epiphany 2016

Living Well through Lent

Sundays in Lent at Our Adult Forum

In Living Well Through Lent 2016, the annual Lenten booklet from Living Compass, Scott Stoner is joined by guest writers Steven Charleston, Nurya Love Parish, Tom Purdy and Porter Taylor.

Booklets are available in the Sanctuary and in Parish Hall to help with your Lenten devotions. You can also order an ebook version at Living Compass .

These Lenten Devotions will be the basis of discussion at the Adult Sunday School through the Lenten Season.

Lenten Retreat

February 27, 2016

"SEEING THE HOLY SPIRIT ANEW"

EXPLORING LENTEN PRAYER THROUGH ARTISTIC PRACTICE

Learn some new approaches to prayer and explore your creative side through three different segments:

Praying in Color; Praying through Poetry; Praying with Beads.

The Retreat will be led by Marilyn Cleland and Rev. Stacy on Saturday, February 27th, 2016, from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM. A Soup Luncheon will be served.

There is no cost, but you need to RSVP to the Parish Office by February 21st. If there is inclement weather, the make up date would be Saturday, March 5, 2016.

Celebration of

Holy Eucharist at Oak Crest,

Third Wednesday,

February 17th at 2:00 PM

This service includes music, readings, a short homily and communion. Readers, chalice bearers and music leaders are needed each month. If you would like to be involved in this important outreach of our parish, please contact the Parish Office.

Mid-Month Holy Eucharist Service

with Prayers for Healing

All are welcome to join us on the third Wednesday of each month for a quiet service of Holy Communion and healing prayers. the service never lasts longer than 30 minutes. We meet in the Chapel in the Parish Hall. You can enter through the north doors or the kitchen door. The propers for the day are from the book "Holy Women, Holy Men".

February 17 9:30 AM

March 16 9:30 AM

April 20 9:30 AM

Meeting of the Anglican Primates in London, 2016 Communique

The meeting of Anglican Primates, the senior bishops of the 38 Anglican Provinces, joined by the Archbishop of the Anglican Church of North America, took place in Canterbury between Monday 11 January and Friday 15 January at the invitation of Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury. The first morning was spent in prayer and fasting.

We came knowing that the 2016 Primates' meeting would be concerned with the differences among us in regard to our teaching on matters of human sexuality. We were also eager to address wider areas of concern.

The meeting started by agreeing the agenda. The first agreed item was to discuss an important point of contention among Anglicans worldwide: the recent change to the doctrine of marriage by The Episcopal Church in the USA.

Over the past week the unanimous decision of the Primates was to walk together, however painful this is, and despite our differences, as a deep expression of our unity in the body of Christ. We looked at what that meant in practical terms.

We received the recommendation of a working group of our members which took up the task of how our Anglican Communion of Churches might walk together and our unity be strengthened. Their work, consistent with previous statements of the Primates' meetings, addressed what consequences follow for The Episcopal Church in relation to the Anglican Communion following its recent change of marriage doctrine. The recommendations in paragraphs 7 and 8 of the Addendum A below are:

"It is our unanimous desire to walk together. However given the seriousness of these matters we formally acknowledge this distance by requiring that for a period of three years The Episcopal Church no longer represent us on ecumenical and interfaith bodies, should not be appointed or elected to an internal standing committee and that while participating in the internal bodies of the Anglican Communion, they will not take part in decision making on any issues pertaining to doctrine or polity.

"We have asked the Archbishop of Canterbury to appoint a Task Group to maintain conversation among ourselves with the intention of restoration of relationship, the rebuilding of mutual trust, healing the legacy of hurt, recognising the extent of our commonality and exploring our deep differences, ensuring they are held between us in the love and grace of Christ."

The full Communique is available here

Bishop Michael Curry's Statement

Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael Curry has issued a video statement concerning the actions of the Anglican primates at their meeting in Canterbury, England. The following is the text of the presiding bishop's statement:

Before I say a word about our gathering here at the Primates Meeting, I just want to say a word of thank you to you for all of your prayers: your prayers for this meeting, your prayers for me personally, both here and in my earlier sickness. We are well, and God is God, and I thank you.

Let me say a word about the meeting.

This is not the outcome we expected, and while we are disappointed, it's important to remember that the Anglican Communion is really not a matter of structure and organization. The Anglican Communion is a network of relationships that have been built on mission partnerships; relationships that are grounded in a common faith; relationships in companion diocese relationships; relationships with parish to parish across the world; relationships that are profoundly committed to serving and following the way of Jesus of Nazareth by helping the poorest of the poor, and helping this world to be a place where no child goes to bed hungry ever. That's what the Anglican Communion is, and that Communion continues and moves forward.

This has been a disappointing time for many, and there will be heartache and pain for many, but it's important to remember that we are still part of the Anglican Communion. We are the Episcopal Church, and we are part of the Jesus Movement, and that Movement goes on, and our work goes on. And the truth is, it may be part of our vocation to help the Communion and to help many others to grow in a direction where we can realize and live the love that God has for all of us, and we can one day be a Church and a Communion where all of God's children are fully welcomed, where this is truly a house of prayer for all people. And maybe it's a part of our vocation to help that to happen. And so we must claim that high calling; claim the high calling of love and faith; love even for those with whom we disagree, and then continue, and that we will do, and we will do it together.

We are part of the Jesus Movement, and the cause of God's love in this world can never stop and will never be defeated.

God love you. God bless you. And you keep the faith. And we move forward.

The Most Rev. Michael Curry
Presiding Bishop and Primate
The Episcopal Church

Bishop Lee's Letter:

Communion is a Gift from God

January 15, 2016

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ:

Some of you will have seen the news that the meeting of Anglican primates concluding today at Canterbury Cathedral in England has voted to issue what they call "consequences" to the Episcopal Church for our adoption of equal marriage at this past summer's General Convention. For more context, I commend to you Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's video statement, filmed outside the gates of Canterbury Cathedral and released this morning.

First, I want to assure you that the Anglican Communion is a way of describing the web of living relations between our churches. It is not a governing body with authority in the internal workings of its member churches, and this announcement will not change in any way the Diocese of Chicago's commitment to the full inclusion of all of God's people in our life and ministry. As your bishop and as a Christian, I believe that the faithful, loving, and lifelong union of two persons--of the same sex or of opposite sexes--is capable of signifying the never failing love of God in Christ for the church and the world, and nothing that happens in a meeting or anywhere else will ever change that.

I will leave to others to explain exactly which Anglican Communion committees will not welcome the full participation of Episcopalians for the next three years. But please know that none of these developments will change our life-giving mission relationships with the people of South Sudan and the people of Southeast Mexico. Our commitment to partnerships with African Anglicans who are working to curb anti-gay and anti-transgender violence and with African scholars whose biblical interpretations affirm the dignity of LGBTI people will also continue without interruption. You can read more about this work, which I have been privileged to undertake at three African consultations in the last five years, on the website of the Chicago Consultation.

I believe deeply, and never more than today, that communion with our fellow Christians is a gift from God. That true communion, which is based on our membership in the body of Christ and our love for one another, cannot be ended by temporal concerns, and will perhaps be made even stronger by this challenge.

Faithfully,

The Rt. Rev. Jeffrey D. Lee

Bishop of Chicago

Hear Bishop Lee's interview on Northern Public Radio

Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting of St. Paul's Episcopal Church of DeKalb was held on Sunday, January 31st, 2016. The minutes of last year's meeting were accepted and the 2016 Budget approved. Rick Johns was elected new Senior Warden and Bill Cummings the new Junior Warden for 2016. New Vestry Members, Gretchen Schlabach, Brad Smith, and Linda Lorbach were voted in for three year terms. Delegates to the Chicago Diocese Annual Convention will be Rick Johns, Bill Cummings, and Jocelyn Prall, with Marilyn Cleland as Alternate. James Stubblefield was elected to fill the open term on the Endowment Committee.

Retiring Senior Warden Peg Newby was thanked along with retiring Vestry Members Jocelyn Prall and Marilyn Cleland.

A discussion was started on what is of most value to the members of St. Paul Church and how to maintain and enrich these experiences, along with what members can do to enrich the spiritual life at St. Paul. These conversations will continue through the year.

The Annual Report Package will be available on the St. Paul's Website along with the official minutes of the meeting.

Rev. Deacon Lou Ness Preaching at St. Paul's

Reverend Deacon Lou Ness, former director of Shelter Care Ministries in Rockford IL, will be preaching the sermon at St. Paul's on Sunday, February 28th, 2016. Deacon Ness is now the Duty Supervisor for the chaplaincy department at the Rockford Police Department, responsible for day to day operations and community outreach.

Reminders from the Parish Office

Rector's Discretionary Fund is collected the first Sunday every month. These funds are used to help people in need in our community. The next collection will be on Sunday, February 7th, 2016

Food Pantry Sunday is the second Sunday of each month. You can bring your food any time and place it in one of the baskets. Non-perishable food items and monetary donations can be dropped off any Sunday, or at the Parish Office. Please make all checks out to St. Paul's with "Food Pantry" in the memo line. The Food Pantry Sunday coming up is February 14th, 2016.

Proclaimer Deadline: The deadline to send information for the monthly newsletter is the third Sunday of every month. Please send any information you would like to see in the March 2016 issue of the Proclaimer to the Parish office by February 21st. The maximum length for all articles is 300 words. Your pictures are also welcome.

The Vestry meets every month. The vestry minutes are available on our website here.

The Parish Office hours are Mondays through Thursdays, 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

Flowers for the Altar

Dates are open for your dedications

The flower sign up sheet is on the bulletin board outside the parish office and dates can be selected for all months during the year. Generally the donation is about $30 for a Sunday.

There will not be flowers on the altar through the Lenten Season, but dates can still be selected.

February Food Pantry Report and Reminders

Thanks to all parishioners who contributed to Food Pantry Sunday in December and January.

The total number of items donated by St. Paul's members last year to this important community service is 7465.

St. Paul's has adopted the 1st Thursday of every month to help at the Salvation Army Food Pantry from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Please contact Pat McMahon or Jennie Cummings if you can help out in these months or can substitute in other months.

The next Food Pantry Sunday is February 14th. Although any contribution is most welcome, we are choosing one particular item as a priority each month. For the month of February, the priority item will be diapers and wipes. Contributions may be made at any time during the month, not just on the second Sunday.

Thanks to all whose donations helped to make this a successful ministry.

Pat and Vince McMahon and Jennie Cummings

You Are Invited to Meet for Lunch

Please come for lunch and a short meeting: February 20th, Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Barb City Bagels, 122 S. 1st Street, DeKalb, IL. (Across from Walgreens).

Anyone wishing to organize another monthly lunch this year for ECW is encouraged to do so. Pick a date & place, organize a signup sheet, make reservations. Meetings are informal and more social.

**Please RSVP so that I can tell the restaurant how many chairs to set up.

Hope to see you there!

Jennie Cummings

(marshalljennie1@gmail.com)

St. Pauls Episcopal Church

Episcopal Church Women of St. Paul's,

Spring United Thank Offering

Watch for United Thank Offering Boxes on February 21st. The Ingathering will be on March 13, 2016 this year. Contact Peg Newby for information.

Mission and Outreach 2015

Caring Meals Ministry and

Food Pantry Ministry

We have had an active committee for three and half years now with members Jennie Cummings, Jane DeGolier, Maureen Gerrity, Jocelyn Prall, and Amy Biundo. Over these three years our committee has provided meals in many forms -Taco Bars, Baked Potato Bars etc. for NIU Grace Place, a few families in mourning, and some recovering from surgery or having a new baby. We have made casseroles and soups, but mostly our committee has provided Caring Meals with love and thoughtfulness.

Pat and Vince McMahon, Dick and Sharon Dowen, Larry and Hazel Retherford, Bill Cummings, Rosemarie Ostberg, Mary Lincoln, and George Nenonen cover the Food Pantry at the Salvation Army every first Thursday of the month from 9 to noon. Maureen chaired the drive for Thanksgiving Baskets for the Salvation Army this Fall. Pat and Vince McMahon organize our Food Pantry Collection every second Sunday of the month.

We welcome more to join us - please see Pat McMahon or Jennie Cummings.

Thank you,

Jennie

Hosting Opportunities at NIU

Subject: Hosting Opportunities through Northern IL University for 2016!

Hello Host Families!

With the new year, we have a new list of 2016 host family opportunities. Following I have listed those for the spring semester. Look 'em over, mark your calendar, and let me know of your interest and availability.

This is through the International Training Office. SUNDAY, February 21 One day Chinese College aged students interaction with American families. Estimated time frame: 9 am-4 pm. Schedule determined by the family. Host 2-3 students for the day. Participants of the Chinese Winter Camp, year 3. Contact is ME! There are 28 students in this program
English Language Services has a program for 23 Japanese College aged students. Families can host one or two of the students from March 6-26. (3 weeks; families receive a stipend) Contact again is ME.
Center for Southeast Asian Studies will present the Southeast Asia Youth Leadership Program for the 9th time. Host a pair of high school-aged students or adult leader(s) from April 9-17. There are 61 participants in this program. Contact Liz Denius. edenius@niu.edu Here's the link to the application and information.
The International Training Office will facilitate the 13th year of the Philippine Youth Leadership Program. Host a pair of high school-aged students or adult leader(s) from April 17-30.

The most pressing need is the first one. Please respond if you need information on any of the above.

Thanks for partnering with us by being ambassadors to these guests. (And of course if you have a friend or neighbor who might like to be involved you can send them my way!)

Leslie Schive

815-753-9546

Powerful Tools for Caregivers, Tuesdays, beginning March 8-April 12, 6:00pm to 7:30 pm

If you regularly spend time helping a loved one with errands, personal care, living arrangements, financial and legal concerns or other activities, you are a Caregiver. KishHealth System Hospice is offering a six week course, Powerful Tools for Caregivers designed to provide you, the caregiver, with tools needed to take care of yourself as you take care of your loved one. You will learn how to reduce stress, improve self confidence, better communicate your feelings, balance your life, increase your ability to make tough decisions, and how to locate helpful resources. There is no cost for the six week session.

Contact Sue Goudy at 815-756-3000 or email her at sgoudy@kishhealth.org to register.

St. Nick Mite Box Report

We had several members of all ages making daily contributions for the educational needs of the children of the Holy Land. "Mite Boxes" were handed out on St. Nicholas Sunday on December 6th in 2015 and collected along with envelopes on the Feast of the Epiphany on January 6th in 2016.

A donation of $237.41 was sent to the American Friends of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem (AFEDJ) in January. Thank you all for your generous support of this project.

Gifts for

Safe Passage

Participants

From Mary Ellen Schaid, Executive Director for Safe Passage

Dear Friends,

On behalf of the Safe Passage Board of Directors, staff and clients, I would like to thank you for your generous donation of $622.00 in gift cards. Your commitment to helping end domestic violence and sexual assault in our community is sincerely appreciated. Support like yours is vital for us to able to meet the increasing needs of victims of domestic and sexual violence.

Through our programs we have seen many lives change for the better. In particular our long term transitional housing program has enjoyed great success in the past year. Clients were able to achieve their educaitonal goals, find jobs and a safe place to live.

With the help of donations from supporters such as you we will be albe to continue to make a difference in the lives of abused people by continuing to provide them shelter, counseling, advocacy, and referrals.

Thank you again for your generous support.

THANKS TO PAT BROWN AND SHARON DOWEN OF ST. PAUL FOR MAKING THE DONATION OF GIFT CARDS POSSIBLE.

Thank yous

Dear Friends,

Thank you so much for the Christmas gift. Your financial and spiritual generosity towards me and my family is deeply appreciated. You are a blessing to me. May God bless you and your family in the year to come.

In Christ,

Rev. Stacy+

Dear Members of St. Paul,

Thank you so much for the generous gift card for Christmas. I also much appreciate the shout outs in reports and newsletters and the thank you's as you stop by. I enjoy working for St.Paul's and it's lovely to be supported and valued.

Peace,

Susan

Anniversaries, Birthdays & Events

February Birthdays

2/3 Maureen Gerrity

2/6 Sharon Dowen

2/6 Roy Mason

2/12 Bobby Russell

2/17 Kurt McMahon

2/25 Gretchen Schlabach

2/26 Freyja Rasmussen Johns

February Events

2/6 Visit to Islamic Society of NIU and DeKalb, 1:30 PM

2/10 Ash Wednesday Services, 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM

Ashes Available, 9:00 AM-2:00 PM

2/17 Healing Service, 9:30 AM

2/17 Oak Crest Service, 2:00 PM

2/17 Children's Waiting Room, 3:00 PM

2/21 Vestry Meeting, 12:15 PM

2/27 Lenten Retreat, 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM

2/28 Deacon Lou Ness, guest preacher, both services

Save the Date:

3/20 Palm Sunday

3/24 Maundy Thursday

3/25 Good Friday

3/26 Great Vigil of Easter

3/27 Easter Sunday

St. Paul's Episcopal Church Contact Information

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

900 Normal Rd., DeKalb, Illinois 60115

Parish Office: (815) 756-4888

Parish Fax: (815) 758-6140

parishoffice@stpaulsdekalb.org

http://www.stpaulsdekalb.org

The Very Reverend Stacy A. Walker-Frontjes, Rector

revstacy@stpaulsdekalb.org