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Sunday, September 5, 2021
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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James tells us to stop showing favoritism in the assembly, treating the rich visitor with more honor than the poor one. Jesus himself seems to show partiality in his first response to the Syrophoenician woman in today’s gospel. Was he testing her faith in saying Gentiles don’t deserve the goods meant for God’s children? Or was he speaking out of his human worldview, but transcended those limits when she took him by surprise with her reply? Either way, the story tells us that God shows no partiality. Everyone who brings a need to Jesus is received with equal honor as a child and heir.
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Readings
Isaiah 35:4-7a + Psalm 146 + James 2:1-10 [11-13] 14-17 + Mark 7:24-37
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WORSHIP WITH HOLY COMMUNION + 9:00 AM
Judy Hays will be our guest musician this weekend.
(Kjel returns next Sunday.)
Face masks are required for indoor worship at this time.
Thank you for helping keep our community safe!
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WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS
The new worship volunteer schedule for September-November is live. Click the link below to view the current schedule or check the bulletin board in the hallway. Slots are also available for December, so please sign up!
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Sunday, September 5
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Worship (Online & In-Person): 9:00 AM
Monday, September 6
Labor Day
AA Meetings: 12:00 and 5:30 PM
Tuesday, September 7
AA Meetings: 12:00 and 5:30 PM
Wednesday, September 8
Bible Study (In-Person & Zoom): 9:00 AM
AA Meetings: 12:00 and 5:30 PM
Thursday, September 9
AA Meetings: 12:00 and 5:30 PM
Friday, September 10
Pastor Josh's Day Off
AA Meetings: 12:00 and 5:30 PM
Saturday, September 11
AA Meetings: 8:30 AM, 5:30 and 7:00 PM
Clothes Closet Open: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday, September 12
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Worship (Online & In-Person): 9:00 AM
CWS School Kit Assembly: 10:15 AM
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Can you help our neighbors out? Click here or on the image above for more information.
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Wednesday Morning Bible Study + 9:00 am (in-person with Zoom option)
Beginning September 8, join us in-person (in the narthex) or on Zoom for a discussion of the scripture readings for the coming Sunday. In-person attendees are asked to wear a face mask at this time, regardless of vaccination status. Join via Zoom at the link below or dial 312-626-6799 and input meeting ID 878 9690 4891 when prompted.
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Fall faith formation returns to St. Philip, starting this September. There's something for everyone! Click or tap the image below for our new line-up of opportunities.
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- Council recognizes and expresses its gratitude to all Compassion Camp volunteers, especially Sharon and Bill Holmstrom for coordinating supper and Mike and Megan Bratkovich, Jen and Kevin Quinlan, Bonnie Gerth, Mike Weidemann, Elaine Bilowich, Gayle Abrams, Terri Schlangen for helping with the skits and Von Weidemann and Pam Blackstone for helping with the meals.
- Council recognizes and expresses its gratitude to Rita Bergquist and all Rummage Sale volunteers for a successful week and sale.
- Council recognizes and expresses its gratitude to Pam Blackstone for helping to clean and organize the Faith Formation storage area in preparation for a new program year and coordinating Adopt-a-Highway this summer.
- Council recognizes and expresses its gratitude to Amanda Smith, our Communications and Media Coordinator, for so quickly getting up to speed with the weekly St. Philip rhythm and for her willingness and eagerness to try new and creative things.
To read the rest of the minutes from the August 24 Council meeting, click here.
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Click the image above to view or download the full report.
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Blood Drive
On Thursday, September 30, Vitalant will be at the church from 2:30 to 7:30 PM for a blood drive. As a thank you for donating, donors will receive a coupon for a free pint from Culvers and there will be sloppy joes served for after your donation. To schedule an appointment please call 877.258.4825 or visit vitalant.org. Select “Donate” or "Make an Appointment;" login, then scroll down the webpage to search by group code VW16.
CWS School Kits
We are partnering again with Church World Service to provide school kits for families both locally and globally who need our support. Once you choose an item to purchase, click the "Submit and Sign Up" button at the bottom of the page. The next screen has a box to add quantity of items you wish to donate. We will also need to pay the shipping fee so monetary donations are also welcome. Make checks payable to St. Philip Lutheran Church and put "School Kits" in the memo. The school supplies sales have begun, so take advantage.
Items can be dropped off either at church or Terri Schlangen's house. Pick up can also be arranged. If you have any questions, please contact Terri 847-707-1044 or tjdini1@gmail.com.
We also need help on Sunday, September 12, following the morning service, to assemble school kits. Contact Terri to help or just show up. We will assemble the kits in the fellowship hall (please wear a face mask). Many hands make light work!
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9/11 Remembrance
- Date: Saturday, September 11
- Location: Village Hall Glenview
- Time: 9:00 AM
- Come join your neighbors in a moment of silence for those lost 20 years ago.
Youth Services Event
- Monday, September 20: Golf Outing (click here to sign-up)
- From Youth Services: "You’ll enjoy a magnificent day of golf on this pristine course, excellent company, your meals for the day (including a fantastic sit-down dinner), and the perfect opportunity to get in one more day of golf before the season comes to a close."
Trivia Nights at the Pop-Up Patch
- Dates: Aug. 26, Sept. 2, Sept. 9, Sept. 23, Sept. 30
- Location: Southwest Corner of Meadow Road and Cherry Lane in Northbrook
- Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
- If you want to get a team together to participate, go here to sign up. Otherwise, you can just come and watch the fun.
Shred Day
- Date: Saturday, October 9
- Location: 2222 Chestnut Ave, Glenview IL
- Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Safely and securely shred your documents, which may include up to two boxes or four shopping bags of paper documents. Materials should be placed in paper bags or boxes/containers that will be returned to you. Go here for more information.
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In the Community
The Veterans Closet in North Chicago is collecting pots and pans for the people it serves. You can drop them off at church, or contact Rita Bergquist to arrange an alternative pick up option.
Donations for the Northfield Township Food Pantry can also be dropped off at the church at any time. Access a list of current needs here. Once a month, we will take the donations to the food pantry.
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For Healing or Wholeness
- Jim Hurlbut (nephew of LuAnn Jones)
- Martin Bilowich
- Susan Martinsen (daughter of Nancy Martinsen)
- Paul Hartl (uncle of Amanda Smith)
- Audra Little (cousin of Mike Weidemann)
- George Stewart (friend of Caroline Nakic)
- Leslie (friend of Melanie Chavin)
- Marla Roth (daughter-in-law of Mary Roth)
- Tom and Marilyn (friends of Melanie Chavin)
- Michael Breden (son of Marilyn Breden)
- Dennis Dougan (spouse of Nancy Dougan)
- Jean Kujat (neighbor of Terri Schlangen)
- Delia (friend of Melanie Chavin)
- Amy Bush (daughter of Pam and Bob Blackstone)
- Don Sypura
- Karen Bartos (extended family of Terri Schlangen)
- Brittany Kline (daughter of Cindy Kline)
- Leo (brother-in-law of Marilyn Breden)
- Donn Hartman (brother of Todd Hartman)
- Fred Jones (spouse of LuAnn Jones)
- Diane Johnson (daugher-in-law of Carol Johnson)
- Sherie Fromknecht (daughter of Ruth Graf)
- Emry Kline (grandchild of Cindy Kline)
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For Those Grieving
- Family and friends of Chuck Stoffel (close friends of Abrams family)
- Family and friends of Keith Kitts
- Family and friends of Peter Smith (cousin of Michael Weidemann)
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Upcoming September Birthdays
- Carol Kopriwa (September 13)
- Lynne Salefski (September 14)
- Sharon Holmstrom (September 23)
Upcoming September Anniversaries
- Rick and Jennifer Gimbel (11 years, September 5)
- Lyle and Gayle Elliott (46 years, September 6)
- Elaine and Martin Bilowich (61 years, September 10)
- Ron and Mimi Branstrom (58 years, September 14)
- Nick Lucariello and Lois Johnson (22 years, September 25)
Our church community holds in prayer all those in need of healing or wholeness, those who are grieving loss, and those who are celebrating joys. If you would like to submit a prayer request, please fill out the form at this link or contact Pastor Josh Evans.
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Sunday, August 29, 2021 + Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
“What Rules?” + Rev. Josh Evans, Preacher
"Here, in this place, God welcomes all, strangers and friends, rule-followers and rule-breakers, long-time members and first-time visitors. God welcomes all of us and sets a place for us at the table of life."
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Worship for August 29, 2021
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Do you have news or announcements to share? Let us know! Submissions for the weekly e-news should be sent to Amanda Smith by Tuesday evening for inclusion in the coming Friday email.
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