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For the week before Sunday, February 4, 2007
Walking Together is a weekly e-mail newsletter
of the Northern Illinois Synod best viewed in html. Additional news and information can be found at the Walking Together Annex |
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Rostered Leaders: Please remember to keep the Synod Office “in the loop” when you have a change of address, phone number, or e-mail address. You can use the form on the web site or contact the Synod Office directly at 815-964-9934.
Last year a group of five Rockford area ELCA congregations
got together and planned an Easter Vigil which took
place at Gloria Dei, Rockford. Pr. Jeff Clements was the
preacher and all five pastors were involved, along with
members of their congregations. Area pastors and
congregations are invited to come to a meeting on Tuesday,
February 6 at 2:30 PM at Gloria Dei, Rockford to
begin the process of planning this year's Vigil. Please
indicate your interest by calling 815-399-0202 or e-mail
revgloria@sbcglobal.net . |
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Pr. Al Creighton (Theodore Street, Joliet) suffering from severe back pain
Rostered leaders celebrating birthdays this week including: Rev. Gary Park 1/31, Rev. Robert Peterson 2/1, Rev. Kris Zierke 2/2, Rev. Robert Edlen 2/8, and Ms. Irene Stangland 2/8. (if we missed your birthday, please send it to Karin@nisynod.org)
Thomas Jenkins, Shane Larson, and the other NIS candidates for rostered ministry. Find the complete list of NIS Candidates at www.nisynod.org/candidates.htm .
Those not named here who need our prayers.
Send prayer requests to karin@nisynod.org.
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Read a message from ELCA Presiding
Bishop Hanson regarding our situation in Iraq
HERE>>
Imagine funding your ministry far into the future! A mission endowment fund can enhance the ministry and outreach of your congregation by introducing members to "asset stewardship" and encouraging their growth in whole-life giving. The ELCA Foundation can help you establish such a fund. Check out the many resources available, including a 36 page booklet on creating an endowment, ideas to encourage gifts, and even free seminars by the staff of regional gift planners.
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Genetics: So what will the ELCA think? Pastors Ron Duty and Roger Willer of the Department for Studies in ELCA Church in Society report on the genetics consultation the ELCA hosted in January. They'll discuss the process the church will use to develop a social statement on genetics, and they'll present some of the emerging issues that increased interest and a growing body of knowledge about genetics place before the church. Wednesday, February 14, Noon-1:00 p.m. Lutheran Center, 8765 W. Higgins Road, Chicago. Directions: http://www.elca.org/localmap.html . 8th Floor Conference Room "C". The ELCA Interunit Staff Team on Faith, Science and Technology hosts this First Tuesday brown bag presentation on the second Wednesday in February!!!
Ever want better relational skills? Want a free, complete lay caregiving program for your church? Barnabas Caregiving Training begins at P.A. Peterson on Sunday, February 11, 4-5:30 and continues the next five Sundays. Laugh, learn – and become a skilled caregiver at the place of your choice. To register simply call Dr Chuck Olson at 399-8832 x 4142.
THE GREENING OF THE CHURCH: A free workshop for
clergy, property, stewardship and social concerns
committees, interested youth, church council members.
Saturday, April 21, 2007, 9 am – 3:30 pm, Luther
College, Decorah, Iowa.
Good Shepherd Hospital, Barrington will offer a Cardiac
Care Seminar for pastors and congregational leaders on
Thursday, February 15 from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. at the
hospital. This free seminar includes free breakfast and
lunch. The topics for this seminar will include: Decoding
the Heart Disease Alphabet, Early Stages of Heart Disease,
Living with Heart Disease Clinical implications/Spiritual
implications, and Identifying and Preventing Heart Disease
within Our Congregations. Send an e-mail to :
rozann.shackleton@advocatehealth.com or call
847-842-4098 to register or for more information. |
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Katie’s Cup Conversations Resume! Thursday,
February 22: The Excellence in You - Discussion
and book signing with local author and 1972 Excalibur
winner, Dr. Johanna Lund. Dr. Lund writes: “97% of the
population desiring change never achieves it. The Excellence
in You can allow you to be part of the 3% who are successful
in reaching and living the life they want.” Dr. Lund’s book
applies to persons of all ages who have dreams, aspirations,
and a compelling desire to become all that God created them
to be. Join Dr. Lund in conversation as she explores
personal development and goals, values, beliefs, behaviors,
integrity, and the power of words and prayer. Books, $10,
will be available for purchase at the program. Katie’s Cup
Conversations - 11:45 - 1 pm, Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles
St, Rockford, Luncheon & program - $10, For reservations or
more info, call RALM - 815/962-4279. Luncheon reservation
deadline: Tuesday, February 20. "And How are the Children?", the fifth annual Ecumenical Advocacy Days conference, will be March 9-12, 2007 in Washington D.C. Experts will train participants how to do advocacy and inform them of U.S. domestic and international policies that impact all of God's children and are shaping the future of our world. The gathering will conclude with a visit to Capitol Hill where participants will ask their Congressional representatives to make the needs of children the center of the 2007 legislative agenda. The cost for the 2007 conference is $150. This price includes two lunches and Sunday dinner. Find out more at http://www.advocacydays.org ONE DAY. ONE SONG. ONE VOICE. Amazing Grace Sunday: February 18, 2007. Two hundred years ago, British politician William Wilberforce and his band of loyal friends took on the most powerful forces of their day to end the slave trade. His mentor was John Newton, the slave-trader-turned-song-writer, who wrote the world’s most popular hymn, Amazing Grace. This year is the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade. But the work of justice and mercy continues. 27 million men, women, and children are still enslaved around the globe. How sweet the sound of freedom. Join churches around the globe in singing Amazing Grace and in praying for the end of slavery once and for all. Register your church today. |
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Walking Together is a weekly e-mail newsletter that brings you all the news you need to know to stay up to date on happenings in the Northern Illinois Synod. It is sent to rostered leaders, congregations, and others by request. To be added to the listserv, change your e-mail address or otherwise manage your subscription, please click the link on the right or e-mail Karin@NISynod.org Your submissions, comments, and suggestions are welcomed. Contact Karin Graddy, Communication Director for the Northern Illinois Synod at Karin@nisynod.org. - If you are changing your e-mail address please send your name, old e-mail address, and new e-mail address to NISNews@comcast.net .
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Medical
Benefit for Brandon Hutsell, Sunday, February 18,
2007, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Northwest Community Center (Corbett
Building), 1325 N. Johnston Ave., Rockford, IL. Spaghetti &
Meatball dinner, Cash prizes, raffle, & music. $10.00 per
ticket, Donations Accepted - Please call Kelly at (815)
986-8285. Brandon is a 23-year-old, recently married father
of a 4 year old daughter with another daughter on the way.
His wife is a high risk pregnancy with inconclusive seizures
and is unable to work. Brandon worked in construction and is
in desperate need of back surgery - his disk is 3/4 the way
through his spinal cord and will eventually cause paralysis.
Brandon lost his job. The surgery has been cancelled and the
doctor will not perform the surgery without at least
$3,000.00 down. His family is trying to raise the money for
the surgery with a benefit in Brandon's honor.
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