Sixth Week of Easter
Dear Lord. . . Thank you for the gift of life which you have given me through my mother. I also thank you for the time and love she has given me during my life. Bless mothers everywhere with love, patience, understanding, and strength to carry out their special work. Lead children everywhere to be thankful for their mothers. And keep families everywhere faithful to your Word. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
"I see children as kites. You spend a lifetime trying to get them off the ground. You run with them until you're both breathless. They crash. They hit the rooftop. They get tangled in trees. You patch and comfort, adjust and teach. You watch them lifted by the wind and assure them that someday they'll fly. Finally they are airborne: they need more string and you keep letting it out. But with each twist of the ball of twine, there is a sadness that goes with joy. The kite becomes more distant, and you know it won't be long before that beautiful creature will snap the lifeline that binds you together and will soar as it is meant to soar, free and alone. Only then do you know that you did your job" (author unknown).
New members . . .
. . . are now being registered for reception by the congregation on Pentecost Sunday, May 23rd 2010. If you wish to make Sts. Peter and Paul your church home, please speak with Pastor Lauritsen at (708) 442-5250 or djlauritsen@sbcglobal.net .
Confirmation Class Celebration and Youth Event on June 4th
All youth group and families of confirmation students are invited. . . The evening begins with a beautiful Taize Evening Prayer Service at Ascension Church in Oak Park, followed by an Ice Cream Party at Sts. Peter and Paul. The date is June 4th with Taize at 7:30 p.m., leaving our parking lot at 6:30 p.m. Bring your favorite ice cream flavor and we'll put it in the freezer before we leave. More details on this website under the "Youth Group" tab (under "Nurture"), or contact Carol Melnyk for details. RSVP required, and a sign-up sheet will be available in the Dining Hall.
Appalachian Service Project 2010
This year the ASP trip is scheduled for Saturday, July 31st thru August 7th in Tennessee. You must be at least 12-13 years old (or entering high school next year) in order to participate. Please see Sheryl Hallmann for further details.
Registration for our “Fun Through Learning” Summer Camp and Fall 2010 Preschool Program has begun. For more information or to make an appointment to see our facility, contact Karen in the office or speak with Donna Tuider, Preschool Director (708) 442-5250. See additional preschool information on this website.
The Ladies Altar Guild will hold its Annual Birthday Luncheon and 50/50 Raffle on Thursday, June 10th at 12:00 noon. Tickets are $12.00 and may be purchased from any member. Seating requests are to be given to members at the time of ticket purchase. Volunteers are needed for clean-up after the luncheon. The last day to purchase tickets is Sunday, June 6th. If interested please see Vera Borysek.
Your Change can Change a Child's Life
We've all heard the expression that “children are our future.” If you believe this is true, then join the campaign of the Community Life Committee, “Your Change can Change a Child's Life.” Beginning Sunday, May 2nd, drop your spare change into the change-collection jar located in the dining hall. We will continue to collect your spare change on Sundays until Thanksgiving at which time we will donate the contributions to the Illinois Masonic Children's Home in LaGrange. This organization helps children facing abuse, abandonment and neglect; those with family difficulties; those suffering from depression; and those living in poverty, among other issues. The mission of the Illinois Masonic Children's Home is to provide a positive and safe living environment for the children they serve. Remember, “your change can change a child's life.”
The Riverside and North Riverside Covenant of Chuches will be sponsoring Vacation Bible School this summer during the week of July 18-22, Sunday evening thru Thursday evening, 6:30-8:30 p.m. here at Sts. Peter and Paul. Children age four to those entering fifth grade are invited to attend. For more information and a registration form, please open the following document: Vacation Bible School Registration .