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A message from Don Horisberger
Spirit of Stewardship: Music and Stewardship
There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the
same spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord;
there are different workings but the same God who produces all of
them in everyone. (1 Corinthians 12:4-6)
The music of our worship here at CHS exemplifies
stewardship. We are reminded that stewardship may
be defined as "utilizing and managing all resources God provides
for the glory of God and the betterment of [God's]
creation." We are also reminded that stewardship
encompasses time and talent as well as treasure. In both
instances, our music program is a clear example of stewardship.
Music is a gift from God, and has been present in one
form or another since time began. Our heritage of sacred music
forms a treasure entrusted to us, the Church, for safe-keeping.
Through the millennia to the present day, composers have been
inspired to express their love for that which is sacred through
music. And when we worship, we offer music to the glory of God,
giving back to God what God has given us.
According to author Leo Buscaglia, "Your talent is
God's gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to
God." The members of the choirs here at CHS are resounding
examples of this. They make a generous donation of time,
preparing diligently and faithfully the music they will sing or
ring. They draw upon their God-given talent, share it with
others in community, and strive to make the music we offer back to
God the best gift we have.
As we, The Church of the Holy Spirit, strive to be good
stewards of the gifts of God, let us remember that the music of our
worship is a gift from God that flows through us as we offer our
praise to God. Whenever we sing a hymn, hear a choir, or listen
to the organ, we serve as stewards of God's gift of music.
"Let every instrument be tuned for praise!
Let all rejoice who have a voice to raise!
And may God give us faith to sing always Alleluia!"
from Hymn 420, "When in our music God is
glorified" (Words: F. Pratt Green)
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A Habitat for Humanity Work Day has been scheduled
for this Saturday, July 31. This is a great opportunity to help those in need in
Lake County. Contact David Waud at dwaud12@aol.com
for more information or there is a sign-up on the bulletin board to
join our crew.
The CHS Food Pantry
needs your help. Due to a great demand for food from our pantry, our
supplies are diminishing quickly. We need everyone's help to
restock it with enough food to get us through the summer
months. Items we especially need are:
canned ham which does not require refrigeration; canned chicken;
tuna; spaghetti sauce; cold cereal; soup; peanut butter and jelly;
canned pears and pineapple; canned tomatoes, paste, and sauce; canned
beans including refried; small packages of muffin mixes; jello; and
bars of bath soap. If you prefer, financial donations to the
Pantry are also accepted. Thank you.
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Join us in the Parish Hall
for refreshments after the 10 a.m. service on Sundays this summer. We're looking for volunteers to host this time of
fellowship. Hosting involves making iced tea and lemonade, providing
light snacks and cleaning up afterwards. Please sign up outside
the parish office or contact Kathy Newcomb at knewcomb@chslf.org.
Missions Possible Book Store
will be closed from Sunday, August 1 through Monday, August 16 for inventory and
installation of a new computerized sales system. We will reopen
on Tuesday, August 17. Stop by for end-of-summer and
back-to-school gifts and books!
Thinking Outside the Box, the lively group that asks
the tough and tender questions about faith and doctrine, will meet on
Wednesday, August 4, at 7 p.m.
in the Library to discuss the book The Case for God by Karen
Armstrong. Please join us! For more information, contact Wendy Lane
at wlane@chslf.org.
Our Honduras summer mission
trip to support the work of Siempre Unidos departs
on August 7. Please keep those committed to serving in Honduras in
your prayers as they prepare for their journey.
Join us for worship at
Westmoreland at 11:30 am and at Winchester House at 2:30
p.m. next Sunday, August 8. Our clergy will lead us in
worship with the residents of these facilities.
PADS Lunch Preparation will
be on Sunday, August 8 at
2 p.m. in the CHS kitchen. Sign-up on the bulletin
board or just come help as we prepare bag lunches for our friends at
PADS.
Missions Possible Book Group
Join us on Wednesday, August 11 at 6:30 p.m. for a light supper and
fellowship as we discuss Cutting for Stone by Abraham
Verghese. You may purchase the book for 10% off at the
bookstore. Call Barb Weinberger at 847-482-0408 or Connie Silvester
at
847-234-3015 with questions.
Join us this summer on
Tuesdays for Yoga with Frances; Wednesdays for Yoga with Kristy; and
Thursdays for Zumba with Mago. All classes begin at noon in the St. James Room.
Schedules may vary over the summer. Donations of $10 per class except
Tuesdays which is a gift to you and the community.
Mark your calendar for
Christians and Muslims: Common Words Between Us at the ECW (Episcopal
Church Women) Fall Forum on September 18. The Islamic Foundation
North in Libertyville will be the location for this important day of
conversation, education and prayer with our Christian and Muslim
sisters. For information, contact Wendy Lane at wlane@chslf.org You may pick up the schedule and registration forms
in the office at CHS!
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If you're looking to connect here at CHS, in need of
guidance or have questions about our programs, please contact our
clergy:
The Rev. Jay Sidebotham
You can also check out our website at www.chslf.org or call our Parish Office with
questions about CHS worship services and events - (847)
234-7633
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Contact Us:
Church of the Holy Spirit
400 East Westminster Rd
Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
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Service
of Holy Eucharist
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Preacher: Kristin
White
Prelude:
Chorale Chaconne on "Mit Freuden zart" (Biery)
Scripture: Hosea 11:1-11;
Psalm
107:1-9, 43;
Colossians 3:1-11;
Luke 12:13-21
Hymns: 427, 665, 574, 408
7:30am
Holy Eucharist Rite I
8:15am Coffee
and Fellowship
10am
Holy Eucharist Rite II
Preacher: Wendy
Lane
7:30am
Holy Eucharist Rite I
8:15am Coffee
and Fellowship
10am
Holy Eucharist Rite II
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Did
you know?
Katherine
Lucey,
former parishioner and good friend of CHS, is the founder
and Executive Director of
Solar Sister, an organization that empowers women in Africa by giving
them the opportunity to sell solar powered lamps. Sometimes referred
to as
"Solar Avon Ladies", they are able to gain economic
stability by providing affordable solar
technology to other women.
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Your
comments and suggestions are welcome! Please send news items and
story ideas to:
Paula Turelli
pturelli@chslf.org
(847) 234-7633, ext. 23
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