CHURCH INFORMATION Shirley Bims-Ellis, Dir. of CFABS Bryan Johnson, Dir. Sacred Music Dr. Julia Speller, Dir. Christian Ed. Min. Jasmin Taylor, Digi Pastor Rev. Dr. Linda Thomas, Theologian-in-Residence

CHURCH INFORMATION

PASTORAL STAFFDeacon Wilfred Bentley, Exec. Dir. Operations

Daryle Brown, Exec. Dir. of Multi-Media Comm.

Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards-Dunn,Exec. Min. of Community Engagement and Transformation

Ebony Only, Exec. Dir. of Human Resources

Rev. Mark A. Smith, Exec. Minister of Stewardship

Melody Morgan, Exec. Asst. to the Pastor

Deacon Karen Cupil, Admin. Asst.

Brenda Tillman, Admin. Asst.

Rev. Aaron McLeod, Exec. Dir. of Special Projects

PROGRAM STAFFDeacon Shirley Bims-Ellis, Dir. of CFABS Bryan Johnson, Dir. Sacred Music Dr. Julia Speller, Dir. Christian Ed. Min. Jasmin Taylor, Digi Pastor Rev. Dr. Linda Thomas, Theologian-in-Residence

execuTive LeAdeRShiP OFFice OF The SR. PASTOR

Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor

Rev. Rochelle Michael, Dir. Ministry and Pastoral Services

Rev. Mark Barclay, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Carmin Frederick, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Michael D. Jacobs, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Neichelle Guidry, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Linda Mootry-Dodd, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Barbara A. Heard, Vol. Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Clyde White, Vol. Assoc. Pastor

Sunday Worship Services7:14 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m.

(Praise Service begins 15 minutes prior)

Youth church7:14 a.m., 10:45 a.m.

Bible discovery hour9:45 a.m.

Wednesday Praise and Prayer11:30 a.m. - Prayer Service6:00 p.m. - Prayer Service

7:00 p.m. - Wednesday @ The Well

Saturday church School9:00 a.m.

cFABS Bible Study773-966-1507

For current schedule, Visit www.trinitychicago.org

Live Sunday Webcasts7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m.

www.trinitychicago.org

Radio BroadcastSundays, 6:00 p.m.WVON 1690 AM

church hoursMonday – CLOSED

Tuesday through Friday11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Saturdays • 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Sundays • 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

400 West 95th Street Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120

Telephone (773) 962-5650www.trinitychicago.org

@TrinityChicago

#TrinityChicago

“There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served.”1 Corinthians 12:5 (TEV)

Order of Worship (7:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 6:00 p.m.) ............................................................... 2Hymn of Praise "The Lord Is My Light" ............................................................................................ 3Unison Scripture .............................................................................................................................. 4Sermon Notes/Prayer Concerns ...................................................................................................... 5To Do Justice .................................................................................................................................... 6Green Committee Rain Barrel Giveaway/Farmers Market .............................................................. 8First Ladies Health Initiative ............................................................................................................ 9Newlywed Marriage Checkup/Prison Ministry .............................................................................. 10Athletes For Christ ......................................................................................................................... 11Girl Scouts ..................................................................................................................................... 12Ethiopia ......................................................................................................................................... 13New Members Class ...................................................................................................................... 14Men's Conference 2016 ................................................................................................................ 15Freedom School Golf Benefit ........................................................................................................ 16Endeleo ......................................................................................................................................... 17Calendar ........................................................................................................................................ 18Events ............................................................................................................................................ 19Divine Imagination/Service & Support Groups ............................................................................. 20

Trinity UCC Media and Technology ProtocolsPhotography and Recording: Still photography, videography and audio recording of our worship services, ministry programs and community services is prohibited on church property, without prior expressed approval from Trinity United Church of Christ. To request permission, contact Daryle Brown, Executive Director of Multi-Media Communications, at 773-966-1544.

Media: If visiting in an official media capacity, please be sure to check-in at our reception desk upon arrival.

WiFi: Trinity UCC offers Wifi for our members and visitors as a courtesy, so that they may participate in our worship services and ministry. User ID: trinity Password: guest

Listening Assistance: As we endeavor to maintain a sacred worship experience, please return listening devices following the Benediction. An Audio Technician is available in the sound room for 15 minutes following each service for the return of your device.

ThAnk yoU FoR yoUR CooPeRATion!

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Order of Worship - 7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Opening Song ..................................................................................................... “Yes, I Know Jesus”Choral Introit (11:00 a.m.) ................................................................................................ “Oh Jesus”Hymn of Praise .............................................................................................. “The Lord Is My Light”Unison Scripture ................................................................................................. Acts 16:16-34 (NIV)

[PLEASE REMAIN STANDING FOR THE READING OF THE WORD]InvocationParish Concerns

Visitor RecognitionPassing of the PeaceThe Pastor’s WordBaby Dedication

The Service of GivingOffertory SentencesTithes and Offerings

Altar Call (7:30 a.m.) ........................................................................................................ “Trust Me”Altar Call (11:00 a.m.) .............................................................................................. “Lord, I Believe”Sermon ..................................................................................... “What The Church Needs To Know”Hymn of Invitation

Opening Song .................................................................................................................“Hallelujah”Ministry of Music............................................................................................................. “Trust Me” Sermon ..................................................................................... “What The Church Needs To Know”Hymn of InvitationThe Service of Giving

Offertory SentencesTithes/Offerings

Altar Call/Benediction

**The Order of Worship is subject to change, at the dictation of the Holy Spirit…

Order of Worship - 6:00 p.m.


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The LoRD iS My LiGhTThe Lord is my light and my salvationThe Lord is my light and my salvationThe Lord is my light and my salvation

Whom shall I fear?

Whom shall I fear? Whom shall I fear?The Lord is the strength of my life,

Whom shall I fear?

In the time of trouble, He shall hide me,In the time of trouble, He shall hide me, In the time of trouble, He shall hide me,

Whom shall I fear?

Wait on the Lord and be of good courage, Wait on the Lord and be of good courage, Wait on the Lord and be of good courage,

Whom shall I fear?

Whom shall I fear? Whom shall I fear?The Lord is the strength of my life,

Whom shall I fear?


ACTS 16:16-34 (niV)16Once when we were going to the place of prayer, we were met by a female slave who had a spirit by which she predicted the future. She earned a great deal of money for her owners by fortune-telling. 17She followed Paul and the rest of us, shouting, “These men are servants of the Most High God, who are telling you the way to be saved.” 18She kept this up for many days. Finally Paul became so annoyed that he turned around and said to the spirit, “In the name of Jesus Christ I command you to come out of her!” At that moment the spirit left her.

19When her owners realized that their hope of making money was gone, they seized Paul and Silas and dragged them into the marketplace to face the authorities. 20They brought them before the magistrates and said, “These men are Jews, and are throwing our city into an uproar 21by advocating customs unlawful for us Romans to accept or practice.”

22The crowd joined in the attack against Paul and Silas, and the magistrates ordered them to be stripped and beaten with rods. 23 After they had been severely flogged, they were thrown into prison, and the jailer was commanded to guard them carefully. 24When he received these orders, he put them in the inner cell and fastened their feet in the stocks.

25About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them. 26Suddenly there was such a violent earthquake that the foundations of the prison were shaken. At once all the prison doors flew open, and everyone’s chains came loose. 27The jailer woke up, and when he saw the prison doors open, he drew his sword and was about to kill himself because he thought the prisoners had escaped. 28But Paul shouted, “Don’t harm yourself! We are all here!”

29The jailer called for lights, rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas. 30He then brought them out and asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” 31They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved—you and your household.” 32Then they spoke the word of the Lord to him and to all the others in his house. 33At that hour of the night the jailer took them and washed their wounds; then immediately he and all his household were baptized. 34The jailer brought them into his house and set a meal before them; he was filled with joy because he had come to believe in God—he and his whole household.

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To Do JusticeOur Voices Are Critical if Justice Is to be Done

Family,

In October 2014, Police Officer Jason Van Dyke unloaded 16 shots into Laquan McDonald - many as he lay on the ground - in a cold-blooded murder that was to be witnessed by our community and nation when dash cam video was finally forced to be released more than a year later. The video was the catalyst for community engagement and activism against police abuse of power like the city hasn’t seen in decades. That activism forced Superintendent Garry McCarthy to resign, as well as provided much needed impetus for voters to remove States Attorney Anita Alvarez. Our Voices Mattered!

The shooting of Laquan McDonald and the urging of many citizens, also led to the Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division investigation of Chicago Police policies and practices. Specifically, the purpose of their investigation is to:

“. . . determine whether Chicago Police Department (“CPD”) officers have a pattern or a practice of violating the civil rights of members of the public. The investigation focuses on whether officers use unreasonable force and whether there are unlawful racial, ethnic, or other differences in how officers use force. The investigation also focuses on whether CPD and the City of Chicago investigates and holds accountable officers who violate the law or CPD policy, and disciplines them fairly and effectively.”

Our Voices Mattered!

On Thursday, August 18, CPD Superintendent Eddie Johnson announced that he was recommending firing 7 officers for making false statements regarding the McDonald shooting. While the superintendent deserves credit for what many would consider an obvious decision, it is still a considerable move in the right direction. That the community rose up and demanded action, and that there is an open DoJ investigation, certainly helped create the environment to make this decision. Our Voices Mattered!


As the Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division continues its investigation they are looking to hear from the community. They have held several forums around the area to gather testimony from citizens who have had interactions that they want to share. Trinity UCC will host one of these forums:

Department of Justice, Civil Rights DivisionInvestigation of the Chicago Police Department

Community Forum

Saturday, September 10, 201610 a.m. – noon

Trinity United Church of Christ400 W. 95th Street, Chicago ● Atrium

At this event, you will hear the current status of the investigation and be able to ask questions. But, most importantly, you will have the opportunity to tell your story (at least 2 minutes of it) to the DoJ Civil Rights team. Most of us have had interaction with the CPD that we feel was not fair or legal; a traffic stop that seemed unreasonable or unwarranted, an act considered to be abuse, whether physical or verbal, or even a "stop and search" that you felt was wrong. We urge you to come and tell your story.

For those who are not comfortable discussing your situation in public, there will be forums for you to share your testimony. In addition, you can reach the investigation team at 844-401-3735 or by email at [email protected].

Our Voices Matter!

Daryle BrownTrinity UCC, Justice Watch Team

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Announcements

neW DATe FoR RAin BARReL GiVeAWAy – SATURDAy, AUGUST 27!

Trinity UCC is partnering with Faith in Place to provide FREE rain barrels to congregants and our community neighbors. Rain barrels collect rainwater that otherwise would enter the storm sewers, often contributing to flooding. This water can be used to wash your car, water your plants, save on your water bill, reduce the chance of flooding in your area. Rain barrel distribution is Saturday, August 27. everyone must sign up in advance. Sign up for a free rain barrel ToDAy after 7:30AM and 11AM service. Limited barrels, first come, first served. For more info, contact 773.966.1500, mailbox 2385 or email [email protected].

The FARMeRS MARkeT iS oPen SATURDAyS 8:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.UPCoMinG FARMeRS MARkeT eVenTS

August 27 – Immabasi MinistryNutrition Education • Top Box Foods • Piloxing • 40+ Double Dutch Club

September 10 – Immabasi MinistryBlood Pressure Screenings • Nutrition Education • Top Box Foods

40+ Double Dutch Club

September 17 – Immabasi MinistryNutrition Education • Top Box Foods

40+ Double Dutch Club • University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) Smoothie Bike (peddle your way to a smoothie)

The Beat of your own Drum ... Make your own RhythmsWith Tony “Toca” Carpenter | 1st and 4th Saturdays, 9:00AM-11:00AM

ReDUCe | ReUSe | ReCyCLe


Announcements

Chicago First Ladies Health Initiative

Health Screening Day

Sunday, September 11, 2016

“Declare War” and learn important information about your health during the Eighth Annual Walgreens First Ladies Health Day!

Our First Lady, Mrs. Monica Moss, will join 40+ First Ladies in Chicago and surrounding areas who will simultaneously open their churches to host a full day of FREE life-saving health screenings. Hundreds of health providers are volunteering their time to administer tests to detect high blood pressure, diabetes, breast cancer, Hepatitis C, HIV, and other serious illnesses as well as provide flu shots and immunizations.

Free Screenings for men, women, and children will be available. Medical tests will be administered and will take place prior to and following church services.

“This Means War”! Bring a friend…everyone is welcome! For more information, visit www.firstladieshealth.com.


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Calling All Newlyweds!It’s Time for a Marriage Wellness Check-Up

Facilitated by Rev. Barbara A. Heard

Saturday, August 27, 20163:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Room 116

This session is for couples who have been married six months to one year. Let’s check to see how far you’ve come and what you have yet to accomplish. Bring your Bible, Marriage Vision Statement, and your “Before You Say I Do” workbook.

To RSVP, contact Mrs. Marlene Glover, 773-966-1535 or email [email protected] ASAP.


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ATHLETES FOR CHRIST MINISTRY

Bike RidesSaturday, August 27

2:30 p.m. (30 minutes before departure time)

Start Location: Trinity UCC Parking LotDistance/Time Duration: 45 minutes

Join our Athletes For Christ Rides!!! This ride is at your own pace, biking 20 minutes, riding 95th St. west (1 block) to Eggleston Ave. south (4 blocks) to 97th St. west (14 blocks) to Vincennes Ave. south (approx. 8 blocks, along protected bike lane) to 105th St. east (4 blocks) to Major Taylor Trail south (approx. 29 blocks, via non-vehicle bike trail) and return.

heLMeTS ARe ReQUiReD on ALL RiDeS!


Announcements

Trinity United Church of ChristGirl Scouts Registration

Saturday, September 17, 201611:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

kipling School, 9351 S. Lowe

Mandatory Parent Meeting, 11:00 a.m. (Parent or Guardian required to register)

• Ambassadors, Seniors, Cadettes, Juniors, Brownies, and Daisies (New and returning girls, minimum age 5, maximum age 17, as of September 1, 2016)

• Orientation for New Leaders, Advisors, Assistants, and Chaperones for all age levels (Ambassadors, Seniors, Cadettes, Juniors, Brownies, Daisies) Saturday, September 17, 2016, 11:00 a.m., Kipling School, 9351 S. Lowe

• First Troop Meeting, Saturday, September 17, 2016, 12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m., kipling School, 9351 S. Lowe

• Questions? email us at [email protected]


Announcements

Join PASToR MoSS on An

inAUGURAL STUDy ToUR oF eThioPiASunday, June 19 – Monday, July 1, 2017

$5,399/person (all-inclusive)

Tour includes:• Daily lectures with Pastor Moss and other biblical and cultural scholars• Tours to historical, educational, and cultural places throughout Ethiopia• Valid passports and visas required for travel

For information, and to reserve your space, call Mary Hanania of Consolidated Tours Organization, Inc., 800-554-4556 or email [email protected]

This study tour is open to everyone. Please share with your family and friends!

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The Stewardship Ministry Cordially invites All new MembersTo Attend Their BLACk AnD ChRiSTiAn new Member Class

We are so happy that you walked the aisle, gave your heart to Christ and your hand to the preacher. So that you may become a full-fledged member of Trinity United Church of Christ you MUST complete your new member class! Please don’t delay! Completion of the new member process after you have “walked the aisle” is in three stages:

• Completion of your New Member Class• Right Hand of Fellowship on a first Sunday evening. The “Right Hand of

Fellowship” is a requirement for full membership into your new church home, Trinity UCC

• Actively becoming a member who works in one of the ministries of your church home

The Stewardship Ministry partners are eager to “walk with you” throughout this process and we are looking forward to your attendance.

Adults and TeensSaturday, September 10, 2016

Registration: 8:00 a.m.Class: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Fellowship Hall(Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided)

Children ages 12 and underSaturday, September 10, 2016

Registration: 8:00 a.m.Class: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

(Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian)

Receive Right Hand of Fellowship, Sunday, September 11, 2016, 4:45 p.m.

Please remember to bring your Bible – if you don’t have one, we’ll provide one for you! RSVP and CONFIRM your participation! Call the Membership/Ministry Services office, 773-962-5650, immediately! Expect a follow-up call from the Stewardship Ministry. PLEASE NOTE: Your picture will be taken during the class.


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Think Bank"There exists today a chance for Blacks to organize a cooperative State within their own group. To doubt that this is possible is to doubt the essential humanity and the quality of brains of Black People." –W.E.B. DuBois

In 1928, the National Negro Business League of Montgomery, Ala., established the Colored Merchants Association (CMA), a cooperative organization of Black grocery stores. Amazing! The purpose of the organization was to reduce the operating costs of Black retailers through mutual support, cooperative buying, and collective marketing — in a harsh market dominated by White-owned chain stores. (Sound familiar?)

Not only was the CMA model successful in Colored Merchant’s Association increasing more businesses and boosting profits, but the Association spread to nearly 18 cities, including Chicago. By 1930, 253 stores were part of the CMA network. Members received support services from the Association, such as intensive training in merchandising techniques, sales training and advertising, and management resources, such as market analysis, inventory, and bookkeeping systems, and collection and credit procedures.

This path to economic independence is in our DNA; it is why the Endeleo Institute is committed to growing Trinity’s Farmers Market into a major social enterprise and tapping into the now $7 billion market for healthy, organic food. Please come and support this market! As Black people, we have consistently proven that in the very worst of times, we’ve done for ourselves the things others thought we could not do: By Any Greens Necessary!

•Endeleo is Progress, Growth and Development•

www.endeleoinstitute.org


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THurSDAY 8/25400 W. 95th Street

12:00 p.m. Active Seniors Special Events Committee - 2076:30 p.m. Drill Team - Narthex II East Restart 4 Health - A7:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir - FH My Brothers Keeper - 120 Sanctuary Choir - FH/SA Emmaus Road - WC Howard Thurman Institute - 202

TuCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street9:00 a.m. Leadership Workshop - W3016:00 p.m. Endeleo College Boot Camp - W3076:30 p.m. Tangeni Dance Rehearsal - W3017:00 p.m. Prison Ministry Meeting - W307

FrIDAY 8/26400 W. 95th Street

11:00 a.m. Free N One Meeting - 202 Jazzapalooza - A/FH/10212:30 p.m. Active Seniors Jazzapalooza - A/2026:30 p.m. African Dance Ministry - SA Hurston Hughes Writers Ministry - 2027:00 p.m. Healing Ministry - 207 Free N One Meeting - 102

TuCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street9:00 a.m. Leadership Workshop - W3015:00 p.m. Big Mama’s House Sewing/Tailoring - W301

SATurDAY 8/27400 W. 95th Street

7:00 a.m. Men’s Prayer Group - WC Food Share - FH7:30 a.m. Yoga Ministry - Narthex II8:00 a.m. Piloxing - A Farmers Market - Parking Lot D Zumba - Parking Lot C9:00 a.m. Saturday Bible School: Adult Bible Class - WC10:00 a.m. Financial Literacy Workshop - 20310:45 a.m. Little Warriors for Christ/Imani Ya Watumé - WC1:00 p.m. Drill Team Ministries - NII East Rain Barrel Giveaway - A1:15 p.m. Farmers Market Debriefing - 1022:00 p.m. Voices of Trinity 130 Voices - SA3:00 p.m. Pre-Marital Counseling - 202 Armor Bearers - BR Post Marital Class with Rev. Heard - 1165:00 p.m. Armor Bearers Training - SA

ToDAY 8/21400 W. 95th Street

7:30 a.m. Worship Service – SA11:00 a.m. Worship Service – SA6:00 p.m. Worship Service – SA

MonDAY 8/22400 W. 95th StreetCHURCH CLOSED

TuCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street9:00 a.m. Veterans In Aging/AA - Trainer the Trainer - W3016:30 p.m. CFABS Teachers Meeting - W301

TuESDAY 8/23400 W. 95th Street

5:30 p.m. Women’s Chorus Servant Leaders Meeting - 1206:00 p.m. Boot Camp - Parking Lot- North

Domestic Violence Ministry Meeting - 202Immabasi: Family Caregivers’ Support Group -102Memory Loss Immabasi - 203

6:30 p.m. Drill Team - Narthex IIMwanabaraka/Khayralla - Narthex II EastWomen's Chorus - SATangeni General Business Meeting - 207Wedding Coordinators Meeting - BR

7:00 p.m. Adult Drama Ministry - Balcony7:30 p.m. Men's Chorus - WC

TuCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street10:00 a.m. Big Mama’s House Quilting - W3016:00 p.m. Endeleo College BootCamp - W301

WEDnESDAY 8/24400 W. 95th Street

11:30 a.m. Prayer Service - WC6:00 p.m. Praise Team - FH Prayer Service - WC7:00 p.m. Wednesday @ theWell - SA

TuCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street9:00 a.m.. Leadership Workshop - W3016:00 p.m. Endeleo College BootCamp - W301


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Events


ChURChWiDe eVenTSBLAine Denye LiBRARy Ministry partners invite you to visit our library and explore the volumes on Bible study, African American history and culture, The focus for the month of August is books by Michelle McKinney Hammond: The Diva Principal; What Becomes of the Brokenhearted; The Power of Femininity; Get a Love Life; and Sassy, Single and Satisfied, Library hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

MiniSTRy eVenTSeMMAUS “GRieF” WoRk MiniSTRy Thursday, August 25, 7:00 p.m., Wright Chapel, This month’s topic: “Spending Today Fixing Yesterday,” Information, Contact Deacon Dr. Herbert Goodman, Jr., 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2320 or email [email protected]

MiMe MiniSTRy Calling all high schoolers and young adults through 2nd year of college, Want to act/perform and dance, all at the same time? Are you a little shy? If so, the Mime ministry is just for you! Join us, Tuesday, August 30, 7:00 p.m., 2nd Floor Narthex, We need you! Information, Call 773-966-1500, Mailbox 2502 or email [email protected]

CoMMUniTy eVenTS2nd AnnUAL TASTe oF VeGAn Health and Wellness Festival, Sunday, August 21, 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Center for Regenerative Truth, 9352 S. Halsted Ave., Information, Call Julia Taylor, 773-809-0458

3rd AnnUAL heALTh FAiR and Back to School Supply Drive, Saturday, August 27, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., SJGL & QBGC Center, 8220 S. Western Ave., Hosted by the Heroines of Jericho Grand Rahab

Court Charity Committee, Free health screenings, Information, Call Heroine El, 773-844-1468

25th AnnUAL 4Th WARD Health and Housing Fair, Saturday, August 27, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Dyett High School for the Arts, 555 E. 51st St., School physicals, Backpack giveaway, Free Haircuts for children K-8, Blood pressure checks, Vision pressure checks, Dental and hearing screenings, and more, Free, Information, Call Ms. Hubbard, 312-593-6348

FieRCe WoMen oF FAiTh Women in White, Locking Arms in Prayer, Saturday, August 27, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m., Rainbow Beach, 7934 S. Lake Shore Dr., Join women from across Chicago, as we unite with One Voice and One Cry for our children, city, and communities, Let the waters be a refreshing to your mind, body, and spirit, Come experience sisterhood and healing, Register, http://www.fiercewomenoffaith.org/

hoWARD BRoWn heALTh Open House, Wednesday, August 31, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., 641 W. 63rd St., Visit our newest clinic site for food, entertainment, and special giveaways, Learn about our programs and services and more, Special DJ guest, Steve “Silk” Hurley, Information, Call 773-388-1600

ChAnGe in BULLeTin SUBMiSSion DeADLine Please note that the bulletin submission deadline has been moved to Fridays, For example, if you have an announcement for the Sunday, August 28 bulletin, the deadline for submission of the announcement is Friday, August 19, Send bulletin announcements to [email protected], For information, Call 773-966-1536

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Blaine Denye Library(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2205TUES and THURS6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.WEDNESDAY5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.SATURDAY10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Can-Cer-Vive helpline(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2308

Career Development Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox [email protected]

Counseling Ministry(773) 966-1500, Mailbox 2315

Credit Union(773) 966 - 1505(773) 723 - 8382 (fax)TUES & THURS:6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.SUNDAYAfter 7:30 & 11:00 a.m. Services

Domestic Violence Ministry Confidential helpline(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2317

Drug & Alcohol Recovery MinistryTough Love / Free “N” One(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2319

The endeleo institute(773) 966-1508MON – THURS9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.FRIDAY9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

endowment Committee/Planters Society773-966-1500, Mailbox [email protected]

Financial CounselingConsortium(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2378

George Washington Carver GardenTUES-THURS-SAT9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

healing Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2325

hiV/AiDS Support Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2327

housing Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2329

immabasi health &Wellness Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2332

immabasi Support Groups:Diabetes(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2374Family Caregivers(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2375Lupus Support Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2342

kujichagulia SpecialCitizens Support Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2344

Math Tutorial(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2338

Prison Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2354

Trinity Computer Learning Center(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2333

DiVine iMAGinATion CALLJoin Pastor Moss for his monthly Divine Imagination telephone message, 11:55 a.m., Thursday, September 8, 2016, Dial 712-775-7031, enter passcode 634787; press the “#” key


Service & Support GroupsCoMMUniTy eVenTS cont.The LinkS, inC. Chicago Chapter now accepting applications from girls who are high school juniors/seniors, for their 57th Annual Debutante Cotillion, taking place Saturday, May 6, 2017, Download application, www.chicagolinks.org, Debutante and escort informational, Sunday, September 11, 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Chicago Theological Seminary, 1407 E. 60th St., Information, contact Kimbra Bell Balark, [email protected] or Nancy Hollis, [email protected]

2016 Churchwide Theme and Scriptures

Theme: “The Fruit of The Spirit: Taste and See!”

But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!

Galatians 5:22-23 (NLT)

January – LoveHe answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself.” Luke 10:27 (NRSV)

February – JoyNehemiah said, “Go and enjoy good food and sweet drinks. Send some to people who have none, because today is a holy day to the Lord. Don’t be sad, because the joy of the Lord will make you strong.” Nehemiah 8:10 (NCV)

March – PeaceBlessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9 (NIV)

April – PatienceWait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!

Psalm 27:14 (NKJV)

May – Kindness“This is what the Lord of Heaven’s Armies says: Judge fairly, and show mercy and kindness to one another. Do not oppress widows, orphans, foreigners, and the poor. And do not scheme against each other. Zechariah 7:9-10 (NLT)

June – GoodnessWho is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.

James 3:13-14 (NIV)

July – FaithfulnessJesus said to the people who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32 (NLT)

August – GentlenessBy the humility and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am “timid” when face to face with you, but “bold” toward you when away! I beg you that when I come I may not have to be as bold as I expect to be toward some people who think that we live by the standards of this world. For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. 2 Corinthians 10:1-3 (NIV)

September – Self ControlSo prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. So you must live as God’s obedient children. Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. You didn’t know any better then. 1 Peter 1:13-14 (NLT)

October – Forgive One AnotherGet rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:31-32 (NLT)

November – Service One AnotherMy brothers and sisters, God called you to be free, but do not use your freedom as an excuse to do what pleases your sinful self. Serve each other with love. Galatians 5:13 (NCV)

December – Build Up One AnotherSo encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing.

1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NLT)

Friday, August 26, 2016 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

(Gates open at 4:00 p.m.)Hosted by Ms. Courtney Gousman

Musical Guests include:Cory Henry • The Blue Note Gospel Band • Roxanne Stevenson and

The Chicago State Community Jazz Band • Frank Russell • Yvonne Stroud The Edwin Daugherty Sextet: Chicago Legends Featuring the music of

Gene Ammons, Johnny Griffin, and Eddie Harris

Food for sale via vendor trucks (soul, Caribbean, American) and Gorges Catering

TODAY iS THE LAST DAY FOR TiCKET DONATiONSAVAiLABLE FOLLOWiNG ALL WORSHiP SERViCES

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21!

ADVANCED TiCKET DONATiON:$3.00 (Adults) • $1.00 (Ages 12 and under)

DONATiON AT THE DOOR:$5.00 (Adults) • $3.00 (Ages 12 and under)

Documents

CHURCH INFORMATION Shirley Bims-Ellis, Dir. of CFABS Bryan Johnson, Dir. Sacred Music Dr. Julia Speller, Dir. Christian Ed. Min. Jasmin Taylor, Digi Pastor Rev. Dr. Linda Thomas, Theologian-in-Residence