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St. Ignatius of Antioch Episcopal Church
Monthly Newsletter! July 2014
St. Ignatius of Antioch 500 E. Depot St.Antioch, IL 60002 847-395-0652www.ignatiusantioch.com
The Reverend Dr. Timothy J Squier, Rector: [email protected] Office Phone 847-395-0652
This is Our JourneyMy wife Kris loves novels written by Jodi Picoult. In the back of one of these novels is a guide for a book club. In this guide different questions are asked of the author. One of the questions asks what she is working on. Interestingly enough, she focused on a novel she was writing about a death row inmate. In her response she shared some of her research on gospels that did not make it into the bible. She describes how these gnostic gospels (gnostic comes from the Greek word gnosis which means knowledge) were rejected by Orthodox Christianity and how some important stuff was lost because of this rejection. She says, “Not only were these Gospels lost for thousands of years. . .but so was some of the open-mindedness about faith in general. ʻIf you bring forth what is within you,ʼ Jesus says, in the Gospel of Thomas, ʻwhat you bring forth will save you. If you do not bring forth what is within you, what you do not bring forth will destroy you.ʼ Sounds like a riddle, right? But itʼs actually pretty simple: The potential to free yourself--or ruin yourself-is entirely up to you. And just maybe instead of focusing on the destination, we ought to look at the journey.”
Now, having studied a lot of theology I know some of the arguments for why Orthodox Christianity rejected this gospel. However, space here does not allow for me to unpack that argument. I do think though that these words attributed to Jesus in the Gospel of Thomas give us something to think about. I do not think that our ability to free ourselves belongs simply to each individual. I do believe we require a relationship with God (which is the working of grace) to empower our ability to move deeper into the goodness God gives each of us. Yet, I do believe that the power of the Holy Spirit seeks a place in the heart and soul of each of us. How we respond to this power is a complicated thing. Nonetheless, our response is the key to our journey. In other words, how we answer Godʼs call of love for us is central to how our lives are shaped.
As members of the body of Christ you and I are called to be the people of Saint Ignatius. I believe it is our responsibility to heed Godʼs call for us a church to serve the community around us. Simply put, all the things we do (fish dinners, rummage sales, resale shops, holy communion, etc.) are not just in service of some heavenly destination. Our service to the community is the journey God has for us. Serving is our journey. And when we do serve it might just also be our destination.See you in Church,Fr. Tim
HUGE RUMMAGE SALE JULY 17-18 ~ 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
JULY 19 ~ 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Rummage Sale Meetings7:00 p.m. at Church
July 7July 14
Rummage Sale Wrap meeting August 4
Consider attending the meetings and being part of the excitement for the 58th Rummage Sale.Questions, call Fr. Tim or Kris Squier at 847-894-1103.
Tent CommitteeLooking for two or more people to help set up and tear down tents as needed for church activities. This is great opportunity to help support our minist r ies. Please contact Tim Donahue 847-912-9690.
FEED THE WORKERSPlease sign up to help feed the workers at the rummage sale. The items needed are listed on the sign-up sheet on the table next to the choir loft. Thank you!
Any questions, please contact Faye Nash at 847-265-3732
Formation CommissionVacation Bible School is a time to share the stories of our faith. I may not remember all the lessons I learned as a child, nor can I recite all the books of the Bible in order. But, I remember the stories, the Bible stories and the other stories that led me to my faith. For instance, I never forgot my childhood favorites, The Chronicles of Narnia, A Wrinkle in Time, or my young adult fascination with Harry Potter. Those stories awoke a yearning in me, a yearning for mystery, salvation and grace (although I didn’t know those words at the time). I wept when Aslan sacrificed himself to the White Witch, and my heart leapt when he defeated the
Witch in the final battle. I yearned to know the love of the great lion. With Meg in A Wrinkle in Time, I defeated the evil It with the power of love. With Harry Potter, I mourned for Dumbledore and grieved for the tragic love of Snape. I rejoiced when Harry defeated Voldemort through his own death.
Come and join us as we enact Aslan on the Move, and bring Narnia to life for our children (and for ourselves)! Recommend our Vacation Bible School to children ages 4-11. Post fliers around the community. Also, V.B.S. could use a few more volunteers: actors, set designers, crafters, teachers, dancers, singers, and snack providers. Come join the fun! Vacation Bible School is July 28-August 1, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Contact Linda Mizwicki for more details: 847-401-4915, [email protected]. Formation Commission Liaison
ADVERTISING FOR OUR ADVERTISERSWe are excited to acknowledge our Newsletter Advertisers with a new campaign. The advertisers will provide us with one XL t-shirt that Fr will wear during mass. He will become a walking, talking billboard for that weeks advertisers. If they do not have a t-shirt we will have Fr. provide the parish with information on the business from the roving reporter perspective. This is also a lead into ad displays in the new God's Will Resale Ministry Shop.
Outreach for Safe Place and Open ArmsBoth of these organizations continue to need our support.Safe Place needs cleaning products, feminine products, grocery items including peanut butter and tuna fish.Open Arms has the need for oral products, soap, paper products, and the usual grocery items.Have you received a Prayer Cloth? They are available in the basket on the table. Take one for yourself or a friend in need of prayer. Many people have said how much they appreciate having one.Thank you for your generosity.God Bless, Sally Todd
100th Anniversary Celebration InformationExcitement is in the air with lots of positive energy about the wonderful treasures for the rummage sale. If you didn't pick up your Wednesday July 16th pre-sale passes they are in the mail to you. Four passes per family for you to share with family and friends. On the table in the social hall are flyers for distribution. Rummage Sale, God's Will Resale and Celebration of a Century all in one! Take a bunch and hand out where ever you go. Kris will email a flyer to all parishioners to be forwarded as well as sharing a Facebook post. The best advertising is our advertising!
Celebration of a Century Festival August 23rd and 24th is getting attention from Crafters and vendors. We hope to reach 60 on campus for the two day festival. Crafters, vendors, food, kids games and an awesome raffle. We will have bus service from Hillside School to the campus so everyone can enjoy the exhibitors around the campus. It will be a wonderful first annual event each day 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you would like to help please let me know. Bonnie Adriansen 847-612-6986.
Grand Opening of God's Will Resale Ministry August 23rd and Blessing on August 24th. Watch for a special mass schedule on that Sunday. The improvement in the barn has been postponed to prepare for the rummage sale, once the sale is over we will start again preparing for the grand opening. Bonnie Adriansen 847-612-6986.
Ah and let's not forget the 2nd annual delicious Grab-A-Slab dinner by Fitzgeralds on August 23rd from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Tickets will be available soon. Kathy and Ernie Kraak will provide more information.
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDSBuilding and Grounds is still looking for a few good men and women. Please consider donating some time to help keep our building and grounds in tip top shape!
As we move forward into the summer months we are looking for volunteers to cut the grass. Our new John Deere lawnmower makes fast work of this task! It now takes only about 2 hours to mow the lawn. A weekly schedule will be posted on the bulletin board for people to sign up for this chore. In addition, a separate schedule will be posted for volunteers to do the trim work.
Finally, we will be posting a list of B&G tasks that need attention. Please take time to review this list on a periodic basis and if there is something that suits your particular talents, please consider volunteering to work on it. Questions regarding this list should be forwarded to the attention of Bill McElligott.
Well thatʼs all for now. God bless and have a safe summer! Bill McElligott, Buildings and Grounds Liaison262-862-9663
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100th anniversary meetings.Please plan on attending to help make this a success. Contact Bonnie Adriansen (847-612-6986) with questions and meeting updates.
July 28thAugust 25th
September 29thOctober 27th
November 17th
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PARISH NURSE NEWSPrayer SistersAll women are invited to join us every month for fellowship, prayer and bible study, coffee and snacks. We meet the 4th Tuesday each month in the library at St. Stephen Lutheran Church at 7 p.m.: July meeting is 7/22. Bring your prayer journals if you have one, otherwise we will have one for you. For information call Jane Larson at 847-973-9466 or Gloria Stevens 847-395-1259.
Antioch Community Counseling Services (ACCS) and Grief and Loss Support GroupThis is a new group developed by our 3 churches to provide low cost services to our parishioners and the community. Our 3 counselors have experience in dealing with children, families and the elderly. Services include family, marital, depression, grief, addiction, and mental health counseling. In addition to individual sessions, a Grief and Loss Support Group is being planned. Their offices are at St. Ignatius Episcopal Church. If you would like an appointment please call their direct phone at 847-454-3111, or you can speak with your Pastor or Gloria Stevens. Call now to register for the Grief Support Group.
Knitters and CrochetersCome out and work with us! Bring what is on your needles or hooks, come to get some yarn and inspiration. Next meeting is July 14, 1-3 p.m. at the United Methodist Church. Work on personal projects or work on something for one of our charities. For more information call Sally Todd at 847-838-6103 or Shelby Wais 847-395-1057.
Tri-Parish Wellness CommitteeThis group works with the Parish Nurse as an advisory and assisting council. Our goal is to plan programs to promote health and wellness in our congregations and our community. We can always use new members and need representatives from each congregation. Just show up and join us. We meet the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Lutheran Church library. Our next meeting is August 6. Call Gloria for information: 847-395-1259.
Diabetes Group - Meet at the United Methodist Church July 14 and 28 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Wellness WalksLace up your walking shoes and strap on your pedometer and join us for walks in the forest preserves. Pick up a handout at church with the location of the walks. Anyone can do this—you walk at your own pace. This year we are offering two opportunities to get in your exercise: Tuesday mornings at 8 a.m. and Friday evenings at 6 p.m. Let’s keep up the good work we started during our Lenten walks--the highest walkers from Lent are from St. Ignatius, Katie Nixon at 123 miles, Rene Houser at 151 miles; from United Methodist, Lou Anne Holmes at 266 miles, Toni Putzy at 256 miles; and from St. Stephen, Dick Schlake at 273 miles and Sue Redman at 316 miles. Can't find your handout? Call Melanie Fuhrmann at 847-703-0890 or Ken Church at 847-651-1940.
Caregiver Support GroupTaking care of someone can leave you feeling tired and extremely challenged. This group is for the caregiver to have the support of others in the same situation, to discuss ways to help make this time easier, learn about home care and equipment options. Our meetings in July 10th and 24th at 6 p.m., please call Gloria Stevens to sign up and get further details--847-395-1259. Gloria Stevens RN, CCM, FCNAdvocate Parish NurseAAHAA Network NurseSt. Stephen Lutheran ChurchSt. Ignatius Episcopal ChurchUnited Methodist Church of Antioch848 Main StreetAntioch, IL 60002Phone: 847-395-1259Fax: [email protected]
Office email: [email protected]
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2
38:30 am Holy Eucharist
47:00 pm Rummage Sale Wrap up meeting
54:30 pm Open Arms
611 am Holy Eucharist
7 8 9
108:30 am Holy Eucharist
11 12 1311 am Holy Eucharist
14 15 16
178:30 am Holy Eucharist
18 19 2011 am Holy Eucharist
21 22 23 God’s Will Grand Opening9 am - 3 pm Celebration of a Century Festival4:30 pm Grab-a-Slab
248:30 am Holy Eucharist9 am - 3 pm Celebration of a Century Festival
256:00 pm 100th Anniversary meeting
26Deadline for September Newsletter
2711 am Holy Eucharist
28 29 30
318:30 am Holy Eucharist10:00 am Vestry
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
14:30 pm Open Arms
2 3 4 Independence Day
5
68:30 am Holy Eucharist
77:00 pm Rummage Sale meeting
8 911 am Holy Eucharist
10 11 12
138:30 am Holy Eucharist
14
7:00 pm Rummage Sale meeting
15 1611 am Holy Eucharist4-8 pm Rummage Pre-sale
177 am - 7 pm Rummage Sale
187 am - 7 pm Rummage Sale
197 am - 4 pm Rummage Sale5-7 pm Open Arms
208:30 am Holy Eucharist
21 22 2311 am Holy Eucharist
24 25 26Deadline for August Newsletter
27 8:30 am Holy Eucharist10:00 am Vestry
286 pm 100th Ann. mtg.
29 3011 am Holy Eucharist
31
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