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JULY MESSAGES 7-6 “Living for Christ under a Secular Government” 7-13 Message from the Gospel of Matthew 7-20 Message from the Gospel of Matthew 7-27 “Deeds” Jim Pillars Speaker
COFFEE HOUR 7-6 Joyce Richter & Carol Lawrence 7-13 Shirley Disch & Mae Backovitch 7-20 Michelle & Sam Buster 7-27 The Faulkner Family
NURSERY SCHEDULE JULY 7-6 Donna Kramer 7-13 Cindy Fazekas 7-20 Diane Mauck 7-27 Annie Lyons AUGUST 8-3 Teresa Pillars 8-10 Donna Kramer 8-17 Kristy Schmidt 8-24 Diane Mauck 8-31 Cindy Fazekas
USHER SCHEDULE 7-6 Bob & Carol Dawson 7-13 Karen Eggert & Dan Schlabach 7-20 Katie Margison & Cindy Fazekas 7-27 Hank & Sue McDonald
LAWN MOWING 7-6 Jay Jay Montgomery 7-13 Kevin Faulkner 7-20 Jay Jay Montgomery 7-27 Jay Jay Montgomery 8-3 Kevin Faulkner 8-10 Mike Johnson 8-17 Jay Jay Montgomery 8-24 Jay Jay Montgomery 8-31 Linda Ellinger
BIRTHDAYS If you know of anyone who is not on our list, contact Church Office
7-1 Nina Reyes 7-1 Erin Kramer 7-4 Harriett Heppner 7-6 Hank McDonald 7-8 Brenda Lewiel 7-10 Randy Margison 7-11 Krystal Lewiel 7-13 Megan Bosley 7-13 Claude Umlauf 7-16 Paul Williams 7-18 Donna Kramer 7-18 Chris Kramer 7-22 Donnie Ellinger 7-23 Lilly Johnson 7-29 Zach Dietz 7-30 Jack Peterson
LITE LINES As seen on a bumper sticker “Today I will commit one random act of senseless kindness…will you? Do Lipton Tea employees take “coffee breaks”? “Unanswered Prayer” The preacher’s 5 year-old daughter noticed that her father always paused and bowed his head for a moment before starting his sermon. One day, she asked him why. “Well, Honey,” he began, proud that his daughter was so observant of his messages, “I’m asking the Lord to help me preach a good sermon.” “How come He doesn’t answer it?” she asked!
WRLR RADIO 98.3 Ever thought of being on the radio? We have a need for 4-5 people to rotate doing our weekly church radio program. Please contact Annette Gathercoal if you are interested.
DRAMA PRESENTATIONS Our Drama Team will be back presenting for select Sundays during the summer. The short skits are presented during the worship services, and performed by various members of our church. They are enlightening as well as entertaining. July 20th skit is entitled “Christ’s Body” Please see Randy Margison for more details.
OUTREACH COMMITTEE UPDATES
The Outreach Committee meets monthly at 7pm at Pillars house, the 3rd Tuesday of every month. We are in the midst of organizing a crib ministry to benefit Tri-County Pregnancy & Love Inc. Spark from Love Inc will be here to present on July 13th, and Ernie Hall from Interfaith Chaplaincy will be here to present on July 20th. If you have any questions, feel free to contact any one of the committee members: Mike & Cindy Johnson, Anne Lyons, Karen Eggert, Sandy Blake, or Jim & Teresa Pillars (chair).
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OUTREACH COMMITTEE UPDATES
The Outreach Committee meets monthly at 7pm at Pillars house, the 3rd Tuesday of every month. We are in the midst of organizing a crib ministry to benefit Tri-County Pregnancy & Love Inc. Spark from Love Inc will be here to present on July 13th, and Ernie Hall from Interfaith Chaplaincy will be here to present on July 20th. If you have any questions, feel free to contact any one of the committee members: Mike & Cindy Johnson, Anne Lyons, Karen Eggert, Sandy Blake, or Jim & Teresa Pillars (chair).
CHURCH WORK DAY Many thanks to those who came out to work around church June 22. Several jobs were accomplished in a short period of time. Thanks to Joe Martin, Jenny Sybrandy, Sam Buster, and the Lyons. We also appreciate those who have signed up to keep the lawn mowed-Montgomery’s, Faulkner’s, Linda Ellinger, & Mike Johnson. Many hands make light work, and also good fellowship. Next work day will be announced once scheduled.
FALL RUMMAGE SALE By the time you read this set-up Sunday will be just a month away. The date is August 3rd, right after worship service. Sale dates are: Aug 14-16, Thurs & Fri 9-6pm and 9-noon on Saturday. Cut-off for donations is Sunday Aug 10th. Because the bag sale was so successful, we will be doing it for the fall sale also. PLEASE SAVE BROWN BAGS FOR US, WE WILL NEED MANY. We will still have the boutique in the back. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: CALL BEFORE BRINGING DONATIONS, MAKE SURE SOMEONE IS THERE. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ITEMS OUTSIDE OF CHURCH DOOR. DONATIONS CAN BE PUT IN THE BACK SUNDAY SCHOOL ROOM-ONE TO THE LEFT. ELECTRONICS OR LARGE FURNITURE-call Linda Martin first 815-575-2501. WORK DAYS BEGIN AUG 4TH 9-8PM. SIGN UP SHEET AVAILABLE MID-JULY FOR SET-UP AND SALE DAYS. No amount of time you give is “too small”, there is something for everyone to do. This is a great time of fellowship, and a great way to support the church.
Yours In Christ Linda Martin Mae Backovitch
CBD OR AMAZON Christian Book Distributors & Amazon are others sources for easy ways to donate to the building fund. You can link to both of these via our website. For further information, please see Katie Margison. UPDATE FROM THE CURRYS June 19th thru June 30, Tom and Rhonda were visiting churches in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, then spoke at Joel & Helen Gentz’s church near Cleveland. Both felt they made valuable connections with these churches, and enjoyed the special time of fellowship with the congregations, as well as seeing old friends. Special prayer needs are:
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER TIME A regular gathering for prayer is always a good thing amongst believers. As stated in Matthew 18:20 “For where two or three come together in my name, there I am with them.” Plans are to have a regular monthly prayer time to lift the needs of the church and our people before the Lord. Alex Fazekas is leading this effort; more information will be coming soon.
COUNCIL REPORTS Reports from the most recent meeting are always available at the back of the church in the wooden rack at the top of the steps. Don’t hesitate to pick one up if you have interest. Council Meetings are always open to our members. We meet the second Tuesday evening to conduct church business and the fourth Tuesday evening to pray. Please contact Council President Mike Johnson if you wish to attend or speak at any meeting.
PURCHASING AT MENARDS? Thinking of doing some home repair soon? Remember that you can purchase Menard Scrip in increments of $25.00. These are used the same as cash when you shop. The church receives 4% at the end of each year, plus an additional 2% in merchandise credit. This benefits the building fund. See Marietta Eggert for details.
USE OF CHURCH BUILDING AND CHIMES CALENDAR?? The calendar in the Chimes each month only contains the events of our church life. It does not list all the groups using the church facility on different dates. If you wish inquire about using the facility, please call or email Anne Lyons. Church number 847-546-1000, or email roundlakecc@yahoo.com.
DINE WITH 9 Planning is underway to revive the “Dine with 9” fellowship groups. This is a time of making new connections and/or reviving old ones within our congregation. Groups are randomly selected and then meet monthly for fun and fellowship, usually at various houses. Alex Fazekas is the point person, and will be circulating a sign up sheet soon.
CARD MINISTRY Do you know someone who is in need of some spiritual love from our brother’s and sister’s in Christ? If so, contact Shirley Disch. Shirley will faithfully mail cards to people that convey prayer, love, and hope to those in need. Shirley’s email is: nanna138@sbcglobal.net, or you can call her at 847-646-6883.
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