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116 Barrypoint Road
Riverside, Illinois 60546
Riverside, Illinois 60546
Vision Newsletter
The Vision Newsletter is now available for download and on-line viewing. You will
need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view these PDF files. If you do not have Adobe
Acrobat Reader, you can download it, free of charge, from the Adobe website.
The Vision Newsletter is now available for download and on-line viewing. You will
need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view these PDF files. If you do not have Adobe
Acrobat Reader, you can download it, free of charge, from the Adobe website.
News for the Week of February 5
HUMAN SCENE
February 5 ▪ Laura Vanags gives an introduction to Buddhism.
February 12 ▪ Buddhism—Book of Life video.
OPEN GYM FOR KIDS TODAY
Supervised free time in the gym is available for kids during coffee fellowship
today. When dropping your kids off at the gym, please wait with them until the
childcare helpers arrive.
SOUPER BOWL OF CARING COLLECTION TODAY!
Sunday after worship, our youth will be holding soup pots outside the sanctuary
collecting for the Souper Bowl of Caring, a national organization dedicated to
fighting hunger in our country. Our donations go to the food pantry of the First
Presbyterian Church of Chicago. Please consider dropping a dollar or two in
the soup pots as you leave worship--thank you!
LOOSE COIN OFFERING
On the first Sunday of every month, we dedicate all loose coins in the offering
plates to feed the hungry. The money will go to the Presbytery of Chicago
Hunger Fund. You may also give currency and checks to the Hunger Fund,
when clearly designated.
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sunday we start a new rotation on the importance of sharing our Time, Talents
and Treasures. Kids will explore the various ways to share the blessings that
God has given each one of us throughout the month of February. And for an
extra special treat, all kids in Kindergarten and First grade get to pick from the
prize box today.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
Sunday we will be making food for The Night Ministry. Junior High will meet in
the Manse kitchen after worship at 11:30 to make 200 peanut butter and jelly
sandwiches and Senior High will meet in the Social Hall kitchen at 11:30 to make
10 gallons of beef vegetable soup. If you are interested in helping serve food
downtown Friday February 10 from 5:30-8:30 pm, please contact Tara. Join us
for the square dance Saturday night February 11!
GIRLS' GROUP
For the month of February we will be focusing on "FRIENDSHIPS". Whether you
are looking to make new friends or keep the ones you have, friendship is
important in any Christian teen's life. We will also be having a "Friendship" Party
and making friendship crafts. As always, feel free to bring a friend. contact
Noemi Sanchez at nsanchez79@comcast.net for more information.
STEWARDSHIP REQUEST
If you are making a contribution for Per Capita or for the capital improvement
fund, please note it in the memo section of your check.
CARERS CORNER—FEBRUARY
This month we are adding a new recipient to our CARERS group for the months
of February and November, The Riverside Township Food Pantry. They could
use canned meats, vegetables, fruit and other nourishing meals, such as pasta
and rice, all non-perishables. As always we thank you for your continued
generosity.
VALENTINE’S DINNER AND SQUARE DANCE
A Dinner and Square Dance will be held Saturday, February 11, from 6:00 to
9:00 p.m. First we will enjoy a meal of homemade sloppy joes, chips, fruit salad
and desserts before heading up to the gym to work off the calories. The Prairie
Shufflers will be back to teach us line and group dances that are fun for all
ages! Remember to wear athletic or other soft-soled shoes to help protect our
gym floor. Tickets will be available for purchase following church or from the
church office for $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Please
contact Carrie Staubus if you would like to help.
COVENANT GROUPS ARE COMING!
Please contact Pastor Scott if you are interested in joining a newly forming
Covenant Group. A Covenant Group is between 7 and 10 people who meet
weekly for at least ten weeks for studying and sharing around some focus.
RECYCLE PAPER FOR CASH
The Church has entered into an agreement with a paper recycling company to
promote the collection of paper in our new large yellow and green bin. They will
weigh and collect that paper whenever the bin is full, and the church will receive
approximately $1000 per year for our efforts. If you have any friends or family
who are able to dump their used paper in the church bin, tell them to feel free to
use it at any time. It is in the back parking lot near the preschool playground. No
cardboard, plastic, glass, or metal—only paper, please.
SPECIAL WORSHIP ON FEBRUARY 12
Rev. Angelica Munera Cervera will be preaching a sermon on Sunday, Feb. 12.,
entitled: "The Faith of the Protesters” She notes, "Colombia, and the
Presbyterian Church of Colombia, are dissatisfied with the injustices of an
unequal society, and the only element we have to deal with in these situations is
the ability to provide daily nonconformist faith that can transform not only our
understanding, but also our world."
MEN’S FORUM ANNUAL RETREAT
The Men’s Forum will hold it’s annual retreat on March 3, 4 and 5, at Techny
Towers Conference and Retreat Center, 2001 Waukegan Rd., Techny, IL. We
will study the book “The Evolution of Faith” by Philip Gulley. All men are invited.
For detailed information, please contact Bill Vogel, Lou Heine or Dennis Sadilek.
BLOOD DRIVE
The Riverside/North Riverside Covenant of Churches will host a Blood Drive on
Saturday, February 11, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the
Riverside Masonic Lodge, 40 Forest Avenue in Riverside. To schedule an
appointment, please contact Life Source at (877) 543-3768. Appointments are
recommended but walk-ins are welcome.
ITEMS NEEDED FOR PRESCHOOL RAFFLE
The Preschool is collecting items for their annual gift basket raffle/fundraiser.
Please consider making a donation of unused items you have such as gift
certificates, event tickets, or small new toy or gift items for these raffle baskets.
For information contact Aimee Sahlas or drop off items to the church office
marked “Preschool Raffle.”
PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION
Preschool is now accepting registration for the 2012-2013 school year.
Application forms are in the rack outside the church office.
HUMAN SCENE
February 5 ▪ Laura Vanags gives an introduction to Buddhism.
February 12 ▪ Buddhism—Book of Life video.
OPEN GYM FOR KIDS TODAY
Supervised free time in the gym is available for kids during coffee fellowship
today. When dropping your kids off at the gym, please wait with them until the
childcare helpers arrive.
SOUPER BOWL OF CARING COLLECTION TODAY!
Sunday after worship, our youth will be holding soup pots outside the sanctuary
collecting for the Souper Bowl of Caring, a national organization dedicated to
fighting hunger in our country. Our donations go to the food pantry of the First
Presbyterian Church of Chicago. Please consider dropping a dollar or two in
the soup pots as you leave worship--thank you!
LOOSE COIN OFFERING
On the first Sunday of every month, we dedicate all loose coins in the offering
plates to feed the hungry. The money will go to the Presbytery of Chicago
Hunger Fund. You may also give currency and checks to the Hunger Fund,
when clearly designated.
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sunday we start a new rotation on the importance of sharing our Time, Talents
and Treasures. Kids will explore the various ways to share the blessings that
God has given each one of us throughout the month of February. And for an
extra special treat, all kids in Kindergarten and First grade get to pick from the
prize box today.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
Sunday we will be making food for The Night Ministry. Junior High will meet in
the Manse kitchen after worship at 11:30 to make 200 peanut butter and jelly
sandwiches and Senior High will meet in the Social Hall kitchen at 11:30 to make
10 gallons of beef vegetable soup. If you are interested in helping serve food
downtown Friday February 10 from 5:30-8:30 pm, please contact Tara. Join us
for the square dance Saturday night February 11!
GIRLS' GROUP
For the month of February we will be focusing on "FRIENDSHIPS". Whether you
are looking to make new friends or keep the ones you have, friendship is
important in any Christian teen's life. We will also be having a "Friendship" Party
and making friendship crafts. As always, feel free to bring a friend. contact
Noemi Sanchez at nsanchez79@comcast.net for more information.
STEWARDSHIP REQUEST
If you are making a contribution for Per Capita or for the capital improvement
fund, please note it in the memo section of your check.
CARERS CORNER—FEBRUARY
This month we are adding a new recipient to our CARERS group for the months
of February and November, The Riverside Township Food Pantry. They could
use canned meats, vegetables, fruit and other nourishing meals, such as pasta
and rice, all non-perishables. As always we thank you for your continued
generosity.
VALENTINE’S DINNER AND SQUARE DANCE
A Dinner and Square Dance will be held Saturday, February 11, from 6:00 to
9:00 p.m. First we will enjoy a meal of homemade sloppy joes, chips, fruit salad
and desserts before heading up to the gym to work off the calories. The Prairie
Shufflers will be back to teach us line and group dances that are fun for all
ages! Remember to wear athletic or other soft-soled shoes to help protect our
gym floor. Tickets will be available for purchase following church or from the
church office for $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Please
contact Carrie Staubus if you would like to help.
COVENANT GROUPS ARE COMING!
Please contact Pastor Scott if you are interested in joining a newly forming
Covenant Group. A Covenant Group is between 7 and 10 people who meet
weekly for at least ten weeks for studying and sharing around some focus.
RECYCLE PAPER FOR CASH
The Church has entered into an agreement with a paper recycling company to
promote the collection of paper in our new large yellow and green bin. They will
weigh and collect that paper whenever the bin is full, and the church will receive
approximately $1000 per year for our efforts. If you have any friends or family
who are able to dump their used paper in the church bin, tell them to feel free to
use it at any time. It is in the back parking lot near the preschool playground. No
cardboard, plastic, glass, or metal—only paper, please.
SPECIAL WORSHIP ON FEBRUARY 12
Rev. Angelica Munera Cervera will be preaching a sermon on Sunday, Feb. 12.,
entitled: "The Faith of the Protesters” She notes, "Colombia, and the
Presbyterian Church of Colombia, are dissatisfied with the injustices of an
unequal society, and the only element we have to deal with in these situations is
the ability to provide daily nonconformist faith that can transform not only our
understanding, but also our world."
MEN’S FORUM ANNUAL RETREAT
The Men’s Forum will hold it’s annual retreat on March 3, 4 and 5, at Techny
Towers Conference and Retreat Center, 2001 Waukegan Rd., Techny, IL. We
will study the book “The Evolution of Faith” by Philip Gulley. All men are invited.
For detailed information, please contact Bill Vogel, Lou Heine or Dennis Sadilek.
BLOOD DRIVE
The Riverside/North Riverside Covenant of Churches will host a Blood Drive on
Saturday, February 11, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the
Riverside Masonic Lodge, 40 Forest Avenue in Riverside. To schedule an
appointment, please contact Life Source at (877) 543-3768. Appointments are
recommended but walk-ins are welcome.
ITEMS NEEDED FOR PRESCHOOL RAFFLE
The Preschool is collecting items for their annual gift basket raffle/fundraiser.
Please consider making a donation of unused items you have such as gift
certificates, event tickets, or small new toy or gift items for these raffle baskets.
For information contact Aimee Sahlas or drop off items to the church office
marked “Preschool Raffle.”
PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION
Preschool is now accepting registration for the 2012-2013 school year.
Application forms are in the rack outside the church office.
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