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During Lent our Wednesday celebrations of the Holy Eucharist will be at 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
IMAGINING with Diana Butler Bass: Imagine spending time with Diana Butler Bass, the author of such insightful books as The Practicing Congregation and The People's History of Christianity! Saturday March 13, Butler Bass will give a presentation centered on her latest work, A People's History of Christianity, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The session begins at 10 A.M. and is intended for all members of the diocesan community and the public. The day includes lunch and ends at 2 p.m. Registration fee is $20. Copies of Butler Bass's works are available at And All Angels bookshop at St. Michael's, Barrington. Visit Diana Butler Bass's website to learn about her work: http://www.dianabutlerbass.com/.
In the event of a winter storm on a weekend, the rector and senior warden will decide if Sunday services should be cancelled. Call the church at 815 756 4888 and let it ring until you hear the voice mail greeting. It will be updated by 10 p.m. on Saturday in the event of a cancellation.
Those who are ill or for whom prayers have been requested: Phyllis Dyer, Jeff Anderson, Bob & Lana Prouty, Margaret, Chuck, Kelly, Robert E. Gill, Gail & Jennifer Sitzes, Gretta Mae, Mary Lou & George Riccio, Marguerite, Betsy, Mark, Valerie, Michael, Thea & Dick Beard, Lynn Roller & children, Kelly, Loretta Eckert & family, Kurt McMahon, Amy & Woody, Alcyone & Steve, Norma, Sharon & Dick Dowen, Ellen & Bob, Rob, Rick, Adam Stead, the McCoy & Keutzer families, Noni Jones, Carol Shaw, Paula Hofer, Ben & Sharron, Linda & Tony, Mrs. Huda & family, Stan Henderson & family, Debbie Prouty, Alice, the Cripe family, Mimi, Curt Clifton, Warren, Bob & Audrey Brown, Mary Margaret.
The prayer list will start over on Sunday, March 21. Please resubmit names to the parish office by March 14 to keep them on the list.
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Music Program Notes: Join the St. Paul’s Adult & Youth Choir for fun and fellowship, as well as to sing for the late Sunday service and many church feast days. We are preparing for Holy Week and Easter. The choir rehearses on Thursday evenings 7-9 p.m. All are welcome!
BOWL FOR KIDS’ SAKE UPDATE : Today is the day! Ellen Anderson, Bob Lastick, Gail & Jennifer Sitzes and Maureen Gerrity will "Bowl for Kids' Sake" at 4:30 p.m. at Mardi Gras Lanes in DeKalb. Jennie Cummings is hoping to join us as well. Cheerleaders are welcome to come and support “Team St. Paul”! This is always a fun afternoon! If you would like to sponsor a bowler, see any member of our team. All proceeds go toward the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Program. We are hoping to top last year’s $455 total!
Mark your calendars for St. Paul's Annual Chili Cook-Off and Potluck on Sunday, March 21st following the 10:30 service. Join us for great food, fellowship, and a little laughter as our esteemed panel of judges decides who "holds all the beans" - prizes will be awarded to the top 2 contenders! We also need several people to sign up to bring desserts, drinks, non-chili entrees and chili toppings. Please sign up on the sheet located on the main table in the parish hall, or contact Rochelle Cripe at 815-901-0047. Thank you in advance for your support!
Flowers for Easter: Time to think about your dedication of altar flowers. Potted spring plants are available with a $18.00 donation. You may take your plant home after the 9 a.m. service on Easter Day. Sunday floral dedications will begin again on Sunday, April 11. The sign up sheet is in the parish hall. Please remember that a donation of $25.00 per Sunday is requested for each Sunday dedication.
Help! – Ushers Needed for Easter Day! We need two people to usher at the 9 a.m. service on April 4. If you are available and willing, please contact the parish office.
We pray for all who serve in the U. S. military, especially Darrick Wesson, Glenn Meder, April Campbell, Ryan Dahl, Glen Ziga, James Kowalski, Zak Heyob, Adam Benrud, Eli Fell, Justin Roberts, Rich McPartland, J. J. Lehuta, Shaun Penn, Casey Carey, Paul Ziga, Matt Hill, Will McKinney, Robert Shelton, Keith Gugerty, Josh Haberer, Colin Sheehan, David Rivers, Christopher Holley, Randy Cooper, Mark Gerwig, Jason Dudgeon, Steven Erickson, D. J. Mullis, Brian Fuller, Dan Barsi, Kevin Gugerty, Jacob Krupa, Greg Dudgeon
Facebook as a tool for ministry: This discussion is being rescheduled. A new date will be announced shortly.
Upcoming:
Lenten Quiet Day, Saturday, March 6, 9:30-2.
Sunday March 7: Bowl for Kids’ Sake.
Saturday, March 13: Diane Butler Bass at St. Paul’s 10-2
Wednesday, March 17: Bishop Jeffrey Lee at UCM. Meal at 7:30 p.m., service at 9 p.m.
Sunday, March 21: St. Paul’s Annual Chili Cook-Off!
Sunday, May 9: Recognition Sunday, Mothers’ Day
Saturday, May 15: Lobster Boil
HOLY WEEK & EASTER:
Sunday of the Passion, March 28: Services at regular times
Maundy Thursday, April 1: Service at 7 p.m.
Holy Friday, April 2: Services at 12 noon and 7 p.m.
Easter Eve, April 3: The Great Vigil of Easter at 7 p.m.
Easter Day, April 4: The Holy Eucharist at 9 a.m.
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