Connecting People to Christ Ephesians 2:20 “Built on the foundation of the apostles and

prophets with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone.”

It is our purpose at the Lutheran Church and School of Saint Luke to build on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ through word and sacrament to connect people to

Christ and equip them to share the Gospel.

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Did you Know… Saint Luke’s Rally Day is Sunday, September 8th. Salads and desserts sign –up sheet is in the gym.

August 18, 2019

Proverbs Adult Bible Study, led by Pastor McReynolds.…………………….…………….................Room 103

Youth Bible Study: please join us at 9:30 am………….……………………………………..……...Youth Room

During both services

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY Gospel of Luke Saturdays at 8:30 am Holiday Inn (860 W Irving Park Rd, Itasca, IL 60143) The Men’s Bible Study on Saturday mornings is studying the Gospel of Luke. The Gospel of Luke is the longest book in the New Testament and the most comprehensive of the four Gospels. It presents the works and teachings of Jesus that are especially important for understanding the way of salvation. Its scope is complete from the birth of Christ to his ascension, its arrangement is orderly, and it appeals to both Jews and Gentiles. Please come join us as we examine the major themes and teachings found in this fascinating book. ADULT BIBLE STUDY Sunday Morning Bible Class June 30th to August 4 Study of the Book of Proverbs Instructor: Pastor McReynolds The wisdom of the Lord underlies and supports the universe. Wisdom is more precious than any worldly wealth. God wants to give it to all. Proverbs seeks to teach us that the foundation of wisdom is the fear of the Lord. Proverbs seeks to teach us wise living through righteousness and justice. In Proverbs God wants us to learn wisdom in family life and how to deal wisely with all people. It is as relevant today as in the days of King Solomon. Please come join us as we learn more and more about the wisdom of the Lord that guides us. SENIOR HIGH BIBLE STUDY Sundays at 9:30 am Instructor: Allyssa Guynes Youth are invited to join us every Sunday morning, from 9:30-10:30 in the youth room upstairs. Each week, students will explore how God is actively at work in their lives as they engage in activities, dig deeper into Scripture, and enjoy

fellowship time with one another. We look forward to saving you a seat!

LIFT (LADIES IN FAITH TOGETHER) Tuesday’s at 9:30am Our women’s Bible Study is reading Mended: Pieces of a Life Made Whole by Angie Smith. We are currently meeting in homes, please contact Gwen Liska to join us! gwenliska@gmail.com 630-935-2297. MONDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUP Instructor: Peggy Schoenfuhs Monday Night Small Group will be taking a break from meeting during the summer months. We enjoyed our time together studying and bonding in God’s word. Monday, September 9th is when we will begin our next study. The first 2 weeks we will focus on the book of Philemon. Then, on the 23rd, we will begin a yet to be determined longer study. If you have suggestions for what you would like to study please contact Peggy Schoenfuhs at 630-422-5098, email: schoenfuhsland@sbcglobal.net or speak to me at church.

Have a Blessed Summer!

BIBLE STUDIES

1000 Eyeglasses for Ethiopia!

There is a short-term mission trip to Ethiopia that

is scheduled November 1st to the 15th. While there the

mission team will be conducting several eyeglass clinics in

different areas of the country and especially focusing on

two different schools for the deaf (children through young

adult). The team will be bringing 3000 pairs of eyeglasses

for distribution. To support that ministry, St. Luke is

collecting used eyeglasses (in good condition). We have

set a goal of 1000 eyeglasses by October 31st. We accept

adult glasses, children’s glasses, over-the counter reading

glasses, non-prescription sunglasses, etc. – as long as they

are in good condition! (We cannot accept frames or lenses

by themselves.) A box has been placed in the back. And

check out the thermometer on the Mission Board by

Pastor’s office to see our progress!

Please bring in your eyeglasses and encourage

others to do the same. And please pray for Walt

Schoenfuhs and the team as they prepare for this important

mission trip. (P.S. If you have any questions or if you’d

like more information about this mission trip, please

contact Walt at wpfuhs56@gmail.com.)

EYEGLASSES NEEDED

MINISTRY & SCHOOL NEWS BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS & ICE CREAM SOCIAL Calling all students and their backpacks!

On Sunday, August 18, as the “school

season” is starting, we would like to offer

a blessing to all of our students,

symbolized in the blessing of their

backpacks. Students should bring their backpacks to

either of the services that day. During the service, we

will ask the students to bring their backpacks to the front

of the church. The backpacks go back and forth to

school filled with all the needed supplies for the students

to carry out the work required of them. As the students

commit themselves to study and learning for another

year, we want to offer a blessing to remind

them that they never carry their backpack

alone as God also goes with them wherever

they go. Following the 10:30am service,

there will be an ice-cream social and the

school will be open for classroom visits.

BACK TO SCHOOL The beginning of the 134th academic year of Saint Luke

Lutheran School will be on Wednesday, August 21, for

Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Preschool and

PreKindergarten will start on Wednesday, August 28.

Two Littles program will start on Wednesday,

September 4.

THE LIVES OF THE TWELVE DISCIPLES

CONFIRMATION CLASSES TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER We welcome all 6th - 8th grade students into our

confirmation program. Confirmation is a fundamental

stepping stone for children as they become young adults.

This study of the Christian faith is essential to providing

children with the solid Biblical foundation they need in

life. Confirmation instruction leads students to a

Confirmation Day in their 8th grade year. It’s on that

day, after their review of the basic foundation of the

Christian faith, that the students publicly confess the

faith in which they were baptized. After this statement

of belief the students are welcomed as communicant

members of Saint Luke Church invited to participate in

Holy Communion. Parents please listen for

announcements or information in Connections. First

meeting for parents and youth will be September 5th.

DIG INTO GOD’S WORD AT SUNDAY SCHOOL! Beginning Sunday, September 15th

at 9:15 AM.

"Dig In" is the name of our weekly

Sunday School program where

children have the opportunity to

"dig in" to God's Word! Our goal is

to continually encourage kids in

their growing relationship with Jesus! Each week during

Education Hour, kids will learn Bible stories and key

verses by experiencing their faith woven into their lives

through music, craft projects, games, and more! Every

Sunday, children PK-5th grade will meet at 9:15 AM in

the Music Room (Room 101) before moving with their

teachers to their individual classrooms. Children can then

be picked up outside of their classrooms at 10:15 AM.

Visit our website to register.

CAN YOU READ? If so, try enhancing your worship experience by reading aloud the scripture lessons

at a Sunday service. It’s a quick, easy and fulfilling way to be an active participant in

the weekly praise we bring to our God.

We will set a schedule to your preference of service time and frequency.

Fill out this form and leave it with an usher or contact Pastor McReynolds, the parish

office or Randy Pyde at randypyde@yahoo.com. A sign-up sheet is also posted

outside the Pastor’s office.

P.S. It’s public reading not public speaking!

Name __________________________________________________________________

Phone/Email _____________________________________________________________

Service Preference/Frequency _______________________________________________

RALLY DAY Join us Sunday, September 8th at 10:00 AM for outdoor

Worship to kick-off our annual Rally Day followed by a

church picnic!

Those who have been a part of our Saint Luke family, past

& present, are welcome to stay for an inflatable, games for

kids, along with BINGO and activities for adults and fami-

lies following lunch until 2:00 PM! We are looking for

people to make baked goods to donate for the Cake-Walk

happening on Rally Day. See sign-up location in the gym.

RALLY DAY HELP NEEDED Volunteers are needed to help make Rally Day a success.

Please find sign-up sheet in the gym. Below are some of

the areas you could help with:

Set—Up

Kitchen

Home made salads, desserts

Activities/Games

Clean-up

NOW, JUST WHY WOULD YOU WANT TO CALL US at 630-773-0396 Well—here are nine good reasons!

1 You want to volunteer!

2. You have an address or e-mail address change!

3. Your telephone number has changed!

4. Your family information has changed!

5. You are going to or have had a new baby!

6. You want to share some good news!

7. You are going to the hospital!

8. You need a special prayer or a pastoral visit!

9. You are having a problem or concern!

CHOIR REHEARSALS RESUME Joyful Spirit Choir will begin rehearsing again on

Thursday, September 5 at 6:30pm in the Music Room.

New singers are always welcome!

Alleluia Ringers, our adult handbell choir , will begin

regular rehearsals on Thursday, September 5 at 7:30 in

the Balcony. New singers and ringers are always

welcome! For more information, please contact the

Director of Music, David Kellen at

dkellen@saintlukeitasca.org, or 630-773-0396.

MINISTRY NEWS

Christian Care is hosting a Back 2 School Bash for all members of our Community. Everyone is encouraged to attend (even families with no children) in order to wish all children good luck on the upcoming 2019-2020 school year.

This is going to be a fun night for the entire family filled with dinner, bounce house and silent auction items. Admission to this event is $25 per family, that will be collected at the door (cash or check). Please email Christian Care director Allison Witowicz at awitowicz@saintlukeitasca.org to register.

Below are some of the items that would be available for the silent auction:

Eaglewood overnight stay, breakfast for 2 and golf Boomers game (4 tickets) Cubs (4 tickets) ColorMeMine gift certificate Lynfred Winery package Safariland Basket Maximus Muay Thai Fitness (7 classes and boxing gloves) Coachlite Roller Skate (15 passes) and much more

Monday, August 19, 2019 * 6:30– 8:30 p.m. 410 S. Rush St, Itasca IL 60143

Admission: $25 Per Family

Dinner, Bounce House, & Silent Auction Items

(ALL Proceeds go towards Christian Care)

CHURCH COUNCIL Congregational President, Stephen Durante Vice President, Andy Larson Council Secretary, Mark Phillips Treasurer, Kevin Ziesemer Finance Committee Chair, John Binneboese Board of Education Chair, Nathan Baylor Board of Elders Chair, Randy Pyde Board of Evangelism Chair, Vacant Board of Parish Ministry, Gwen Liska Board of Social Ministry Chairperson, Janelle Jakubowski Board of Stewardship Chair, Vacant Trustees Chair, Michael Conidi

SERVING YOU AT SAINT LUKE Rev. Terry McReynolds, Pastor tmcreynolds@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *814 Patti Fagalde, Principal /5th & 6th Grade principal@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *819 David Kellen, Music Director dkellen@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *822 Patti Andrzejczak, Director of Volunteer Ministry pazak@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *839 Allyssa Guynes, Director of Youth and Family Life aguyness@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *840 Lisa Hahn, Business Manager lhahn@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *815 Allison Witowicz, Director of CC & PE Teacher awitowicz@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *816 Katherine Lopez, Administrative Assistant Church klopez@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *810 Cathy Zaccaria, Administrative Assistant School czaccaria@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *836 Jonathan Genson, 7th and 8th Grade jgenson@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *824 Lila White, 5th and 6th Grade lwhite@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *829 Mary Vogel, 3rd and 4th Grade mvogel@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *832 Erica Hegarty, 1st & 2nd Grade ehegarty@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *828 Karen Peters, Kindergarten kpeters@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *826 Kirsten Schnabel, PreKindergarten kschnabel@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *817 Joy Gibellina, Preschool jgibellina@saintlukeitasca.org Ext. *818 Andrea Smith, Two Little Janette Rodriguez, Music & Spanish Linda Baylor, Art Teacher

Events for this week August 18 - 25

Sunday 8-18 Tenth Sunday After Pentecost /

Blessing of the Backpacks 8:00 AM Traditional Worship 9:15 AM Educational Hour 10:30 AM Contemporary Worship, Holy Communion 11:30 AM School Ice Cream Social Monday 8-19 9:00 PM Saint Luke Quilters Tuesday 8-120 Wednesday 8-21 First Day of School 8:30 AM Kindergarten—8th Grade first day of school—noon dismissal 7:30 PM Sr. High Get Together Thursday 8-22 8:30 AM Kindergarten Half Day / Noon

Dismissal 6:30 PM Dicanio/Castro Wedding Rehearsal

7:00 PM Trustees Meeting

Friday 8-23 8:30 AM Kindergarten Half Day / Noon

Dismissal 4:00 PM Dicanio/Castro Wedding Saturday 8-24 8:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 5:30 PM Contemporary Worship Sunday 8-25 Tenth Sunday After Pentecost 8:00 AM Traditional Worship, Holy Communion 9:15 AM Educational Hour 10:30 AM Contemporary Worship / Garcia Lara Baptism

Week Ending: August 18, 2019 Total Church Attendance Last Week: 175 Total Church Attendance Last Year: 192 “Christian stewardship is the free and joyous activity of the child of God and God’s family, the church, in managing all of life and life's resources for God's purposes." Weekly Giving Weekly Budget

August 18, 2019 $5,656.00 $6,436.75 Year to Date Y-T-D Budget Actual Income Income Church General Fund $212,106.14 $216,026.50 School Tuition $88,023.16 $125,709.00 Preschool Tuition $21,536.13 $29,247.50 Pre-K Tuition $38,119.86 $50,258.75 Two Little Tuition $4,979.60 $6,325.00 Daycare Tuition $318,222.62 $363,234.50

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5