Easter
is more than a day
Throughout the month
of May, our worship services will continue the themes of Easter
and resurrection. This is part of our ongoing experience of the
liturgical calendar. Throughout the month, we will continue to
enjoy special music, the colors of the season, and artistic expression
that will help us enter more fully into the mystery and joy of
resurrection life. 'Eastertide' will conclude with Pentecost
Sunday on May 23.
The
Cleanup Continues!
It's amazing how much
'stuff' can be stuffed inside a church. And it's cool to find
some of the treasures of our history--kind of like going through
your grandparent's attic. We're still going through all the contents
of our building in preparation for the renovation and we still
need lots of help. Contact Pastor Mike or Mark Allen if you can
assist on one (or more) of our 'Spring Cleaning Days' in May.
Smother
Mother
...with love. On Sunday,
May 9, we'll take time during our Sunday service to esteem those
women who have brought us in the world and raised us. Each mother
present will receive a gift. And we'll also honor the women who
may not have had children, but who have been spiritual examples
and mentors.
Attend
Congress
…the Logan Square
Neighborhood Association (LSNA) Congress, that is. As a member
agency of LSNA, we have a great opportunity to build community
by participating in this year's Congress on Tuesday, May 18,
2010. The event will be held at Mozart Elementary School starting
at 6:00 pm. Due to limited space. pre-registration is required
by Friday, May 7, 2010.
Boiler Makers
We know first-hand what
it is like to have a boiler problem. One of our sister churches,
St. David's E. C. Church, in PA, is facing a similar problem
(minus the damage to their building). During the month of May,
5% of our Sunday offerings will be sent to assist them with their
heating system replacement.
HPSS
Meal
Our monthly time with
Humboldt Park Social Services has become much more than just
filling stomachs. Now, spirits are being fed by the uplifting
and down-home music of Andy Willis and Pastor Mike Langer. Our
next meal (and jam session) will take place on Sunday, May 23,
2010. Contact the church if you would like more information about
how you can participate in preparing or serving the meal--or
joining the band. By the way, everyone gets to eat great food,
too.