The Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost October 6, 2019

The Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost October 6, 2019

St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church Wilmette, Illinois Welcome to St. Augustine’s We are a church that welcomes everybody as we strive to: invite people into our midst, connect with God and with each other, equip ourselves as disciples, and ask God to send us out to share Christ’s mission of peace, justice, and service in the world. We’re Glad You’re Here ...... and we hope to get to know you better. Please fill out one of the Welcome Cards in the pew and give it to an usher or put it into the offering plate. Welcome, Children Children are welcome throughout the service; children’s books and activity bags are available at the church entrances. On Sundays, nursery care is available from 9:15 to 11:45 a.m. The nursery is at the end of the hallway past Puhlman Hall. During the program year, children and youth are invited to attend Church School on Sundays immediately after receiving Holy Communion, with Formation time concluding at 11:00. We offer Godly Play (ages 3 through 1 st grade), Godly Quest (2 nd -4th graders), and Feasting on the Word (tweens and teens). There is no Church School on the first Sunday of the month in order to provide unstructured time for fellowship for all ages. Open Communion We invite everyone who seeks God to receive the gifts of bread and wine at Communion. These are gifts that God gives to us, and we share them with joy. Music in Worship The blue book in your pew is the Hymnal 1982 ; when you see the listing of Hymn , you’ll find that hymn by number in this book. The green book is called Wonder, Love and Praise ; you’ll find it there when a hymn is listed with WLP . Restrooms Restrooms are located at the far end of the hallway past Puhlman Hall on either side of the drinking fountain. Stay Connected with St. Augustine’s You’ll find us on the web at staschurch.org. Please sign up for our weekly electronic newsletter, Parish Life Connections, by emailing [email protected].

2 Holy Eucharist

Preludes Charterhouse Leo Sowerby Faithfulness Marianne Kim

Please stand at the sound of the chimes.

Processional Hymn “O Jesus Christ, may grateful hymns be rising” Hymn 590

Presider Blessed be the one, holy and living God. People Glory to God forever and ever. Amen.

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Gloria Glory to God WLP 899

The Collect of the Day

Presider God be with you. People And also with you. Presider Let us pray.

Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Please sit for the first reading and remain seated until the singing of the Gospel Acclamation.

3 First Reading Lamentations 1:1-6

How lonely sits the city that once was full of people! How like a widow she has become, she that was great among the nations! She that was a princess among the provinces has become a vassal. She weeps bitterly in the night, with tears on her cheeks; among all her lovers she has no one to comfort her; all her friends have dealt treacherously with her, they have become her enemies. Judah has gone into exile with suffering and hard servitude; she lives now among the nations, and finds no resting place; her pursuers have all overtaken her in the midst of her distress. The roads to Zion mourn, for no one comes to the festivals; all her gates are desolate, her priests groan; her young girls grieve, and her lot is bitter. Her foes have become the masters, her enemies prosper, because the Lord has made her suffer for the multitude of her transgressions; her children have gone away, captives before the foe. From daughter Zion has departed all her majesty. Her princes have become like stags that find no pasture; they fled without strength before the pursuer.

Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people. People Thanks be to God.

Psalm 137

Refrain (Choir sings first, then Congregation repeats )

(Choir sings verses to the chant by George M. Garrett, Congregation repeats refrain as indicated)

1 By the waters of Babylon we sat down and wept, when we remembered you, O Zion. 2 As for our harps, we hung them up on the trees in the midst of that land. 3 For those who led us away captive asked us for a song, and our oppressors called for mirth: “Sing us one of the songs of Zion.”

4 4 How shall we sing the Lord’s song upon an alien soil. (Refrain) 5 If I forget you, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget its skill. 6 Let my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth if I do not remember you, if I do not set Jerusalem above my highest joy. 7 Remember the day of Jerusalem, O Lord, against the people of Edom, who said, “Down with it! down with it! even to the ground!” 8 O Daughter of Babylon, doomed to destruction, happy the one who pays you back for what you have done to us! 9 Happy shall he be who takes your little ones, and dashes them against the rock! (Refrain)

Second Reading 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, for the sake of the promise of life that is in Christ Jesus, To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. I am grateful to God – whom I worship with a clear conscience, as my ancestors did – when I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that lived first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, lives in you. For this reason I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you through the laying on of my hands; for God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline.

5 Do not be ashamed, then, of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner, but join with me in suffering for the gospel, relying on the power of God, who saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works but according to his own purpose and grace. This grace was given to us in Christ Jesus before the ages began, but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. For this gospel I was appointed a herald and an apostle and a teacher, and for this reason I suffer as I do. But I am not ashamed, for I know the one in whom I have put my trust, and I am sure that he is able to guard until that day what I have entrusted to him. Hold to the standard of sound teaching that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Guard the good treasure entrusted to you, with the help of the Holy Spirit living in us. Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people. People Thanks be to God.

Gospel Acclamation Festival Alleluia James J. Chepponis

(Choir sings first time, Congregation joins on the repeat.)

Those attending Children’s Chapel gather in the aisle for the reading of the gospel. After the reading, they will gather just outside the sanctuary for an age-appropriate time of reflection on the gospel and will return at the sign of peace.

6 The Gospel Luke 17:5-10 Gospeller The Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Luke. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” The Lord replied, “If you had faith the size of a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you.

“Who among you would say to your slave who has just come in from plowing or tending sheep in the field, ‘Come here at once and take your place at the table’? Would you not rather say to him, ‘Prepare supper for me, put on your apron and serve me while I eat and drink; later you may eat and drink’? Do you thank the slave for doing what was commanded? So you also, when you have done all that you were ordered to do, say, ‘We are worthless slaves; we have done only what we ought to have done!’”

Gospeller The Good News. The Gospel of Christ. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon Andrew Suitter

After the sermon and before the creed, you’re invited into a brief period of silence.

7 Please stand as you are able.

The Nicene Creed We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

8 Please continue to stand or kneel as you are able.

The Prayers of the People Presider Freed by God in Christ to live and love and serve, we pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s beloved creation.

Leader Welcoming God, you gather congregations together by the power of your word and we thank you for this congregation of St. Augustine’s where we have found a home. Make us restless as we seek new and creative ways to expand our loving invitation to all people who seek community. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer. Leader Creative God, blue whales and honeybees sing the goodness of the earth. Glaciers and deserts declare your greatness. Make us good stewards of our home for the generations to come. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer. Leader Sovereign God, you raise up governments to protect the widow and orphan. Bless citizens with wisdom and discernment as they choose leaders. Inspire leaders, especially Donald our President and J.B. our Governor, to always seek the common good. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer. Leader Loving God, you desire health and wholeness. Reconcile the conflicts and disputes among us. Teach us to heal the trauma of racism and poverty. Break our hearts open to all those who suffer and mourn, especially ______. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer. Leader Welcoming God, you place children and the elderly among us. Teach us to honor all in our midst and to pay attention to what we can teach one another about who you are. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer.

9 Leader For the church throughout the world, especially those in our diocesan cycle of prayer: Bishop’s staff at St. James Commons and staff of our companion Dioceses in Southeast Mexico and in Renk, South Sudan. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer. Leader Steadfast God, you are a constant presence in our lives even in the midst of change and transition. Be with the Rector Search Committee as they prayerfully seek the next rector for this congregation and with those who have submitted their names for the position. Guide them in their deliberations, give them wisdom in their discernment and faith to follow where you lead them. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer. Leader For those celebrating their birthdays this week, including Dawei, Charles, Rachel, Carly, Debra, Liz, Barb, Jen, Stephanie and Greg; and for those celebrating their wedding anniversaries, including René & Andrea and Jen & Gray. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer. Leader God of peace, you call us to be your Beloved Community. Help us to find the courage and strength to commit ourselves to addressing the epidemic of violence which plagues our communities, our country, and the world. For all those killed through gun violence, especially this past week here in Chicago, including Gino Abasta, Maurice Reynolds, Ed Robinson, Travis Wilson, Lonnie Wilson, Jr., Nathaniel Roberts, Leonard Brown, Calvert Webster, Kendall Henderson, and Derrick Burns. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer. Leader You surround us with a cloud of witnesses who announce the good news of abundant life to a sad and needy world. With gratitude, we recall the lives and deeds of those who have gone before us. [Silence] Make us a pilgrim people, always telling the story of your loving kindness. Lord, in your mercy People hear our prayer.

10 The Presider prays the concluding collect: Most high, omnipotent, good Lord, grant your people grace to renounce gladly the vanities of this world; that, following the way of blessed Francis, we may, for love of you, delight in your whole creation with perfectness of joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Prayer of Confession and Absolution Presider Let us confess our sins to God. Presider and People God of all mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you, opposing your will in our lives. We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created. We repent of the evil that enslaves us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf. Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ, that we may abide in your love and serve only your will. Amen. Presider Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through the grace of Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

Commissioning for Ministry: Children’s Formation Ministries

Presider Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, we are all baptized by the one Spirit into one Body and given gifts for a variety of ministries for the common good. Our purpose is to commission these persons in the Name of God and of this congregation to a special ministry to which they are called.

The Presider asks the Junior Warden Are these persons you present ready to faithfully assist in our children’s formation ministries including the teaching of Godly Play, Godly Quest, Feasting on the Word and Children’s Chapel through their commitment to our Lord and knowledge of their duties?

11 Junior Warden I believe they are.

Presider Will you commit yourself to this ministry to which you have been called, as a teacher of Godly Play, Godly Quest, Feasting on the Word and Children’s Chapel and, as long as you are engaged in it, perform it with diligence and devotion?

Children’s Formation Minister I will.

Presider Will you faithfully, reverently and reliably execute this ministry to the glory of God and the spiritual well-being of the children of this parish?

Children’s Formation Minister I will.

Presider Will all of you who witness these promises do all in your power to support these persons in their ministry?

Congregation We will.

Presider In the name of God and of this congregation I commission you as Children’s Formation ministers in this parish.

Presider Let us pray.

Eternal God, look graciously upon these persons who teach our children. Fill them with your Holy Spirit that they may be dedicated to their ministry for your honor and glory and the building up of your people and blessed in their lives and calling, through your Son our Lord. Amen.

May God who has given you the will to do these things give you the grace and power to perform them. Amen.

12 The Peace Presider The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.

Greeting and Announcements

The Holy Communion

Offertory Anthem Lead Gently, Lord Clif Cason Lead gently, Lord, and slow, For oh, my steps are weak, And ever as I go, Some soothing sentence speak; That I may turn my face Through doubt’s obscurity Toward thine abiding- place, E’en tho’ I cannot see. For lo, the way is dark; Through mist and cloud I grope, Save for that fitful spark, The little flame of hope. Lead gently, Lord, and slow, For fear that I may fall; I know not where to go Unless I hear thy call. My fainting soul doth yearn For thy green hills afar; So let thy mercy burn - My greater, guiding star!

Please stand as you are able for the Hymn and remain standing for the Great Thanksgiving.

13 Presentation Hymn “Great is thy faithfulness” We invite children, youth, and anyone who wishes to accompany them to follow the gifts of bread, wine, and food gifts forward and gather around the altar for the Great Thanksgiving.

The Great Thanksgiving Enriching Our Worship, Eucharistic Prayer I Presider God be with you. People And also with you . Presider Lift up your hearts. People We lift them to the Lord. Presider Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give God thanks and praise.

15 The Presider continues It is truly right, and good and joyful, to give you thanks, all-holy God, source of life and fountain of mercy. You have filled us and all creation with your blessing and fed us with your constant love; you have redeemed us in Jesus Christ and knit us into one body. Through your Spirit you replenish us and call us to fullness of life.

Therefore, joining with Angels and Archangels and with the faithful of every generation, we lift our voices with all creation as we sing:

16 The presider continues Blessed are you, gracious God, creator of the universe and giver of life. You formed us in your own image and called us to dwell in your infinite love. You gave the world into our care that we might be your faithful stewards and show forth your bountiful grace.

But we failed to honor your image in one another and in ourselves; we would not see your goodness in the world around us; and so we violated your creation, abused one another, and rejected your love.

Yet you never ceased to care for us, and prepared the way of salvation for all people. Through Abraham and Sarah you called us into covenant with you. You delivered us from slavery, sustained us in the wilderness, and raised up prophets to renew your promise of salvation.

Then, in the fullness of time, you sent your eternal Word, made mortal flesh in Jesus. Born into the human family, and dwelling among us, he revealed your glory. Giving himself freely to death on the cross, he triumphed over evil, opening the way of freedom and life.

On the night before he died for us, Our Savior Jesus Christ took bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his friends, and said: “Take, eat: This is my Body which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

As supper was ending, Jesus took the cup of wine, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said: “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is poured out for you and for all for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

17 The presider continues Remembering his death and resurrection, we now present to you from your creation this bread and this wine. By your Holy Spirit may they be for us the Body and Blood of our Savior Jesus Christ.

Grant that we who share these gifts may be filled with the Holy Spirit and live as Christ’s Body in the world. Bring us into the everlasting heritage of your daughters and sons, that with blessed Augustine and all your saints, past, present, and still to come, we may praise your Name for ever.

Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, to you be honor, glory, and praise, for ever and ever. AMEN.

The Lord’s Prayer Presider And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

18 Breaking of the Bread

Music: Owen Burdick (b. 1954)

The Presider invites the Congregation to Communion: The Gifts of God for the People of God.

Invitation to Communion We offer God’s gracious gift of Holy Communion to anyone who wishes to receive it. If you prefer to receive a blessing, come forward and cross your arms over your chest. Let the priest know if you would prefer a gluten-free wafer.

Please note: There is no Church School on the first Sunday of the month in order to provide unstructured time for fellowship for all ages.

Communion Hymn “Lord, make us servants of your peace” Hymn 593

19 Please stand as you are able.

Prayer after Communion attributed to St. Francis

Presider Let us pray: All pray together: Lord, make us instruments of your peace. Where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is discord, union; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Blessing

20 Recessional Hymn “We are singing”

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22 The Dismissal

Postlude Jubilation: Make A Joyful Noise Unto The Lord Jason D. Payne

Prayers for the Week of October 6, 2019

On Our Parish Prayer List Al Ehrbar, Betty Jenkins, Victoria Binz Whaley, Stephanie Kramer, Janice Hurley, LuAnn Novak, Ted Stephan, Bryan Caspersen, Henry Nebel, Dana Thompson, Brian Wallach, Lois Overend, Joanna Poole, George Murphy and family, Niko, Colleen Danner, Emmett, Tim and Mary, Luca, Jim Janetzko, Sr., Paul Kyger, Mabel, Barb Klein, Kate Mahoney, Mary Collins and family, Sarah Bryan Miller, Ginny McDaniel, Nancy Olson, Don Edwards, Lucy and the Biddy family, Lucy, Sue, Melissa Burmeister, Julie, Levi C. Williams, Bonita, Rusty.

All those experiencing natural disasters and the effects of climate change.

We hold in our prayers Meghan Murphy-Gill, our postulant, and her family during this time of formation for the priesthood.

In Our Diocesan Cycle of Prayer Bishop’s Staff at St. James Commons: Office of the Bishop, Offices of Operations, Networking and Ministries; and staff of our companion dioceses in Southeast Mexico, and Renk, South Sudan.

Birthdays and Wedding Anniversaries We give thanks for the lives of those who celebrate their birthdays this week: (10/6) Dawei Ho, Charles Powell, (10/9) Rachel Rhodes, (10/10) Carly Andersen, Debra Bonamici, Liz Caris, Barb Caspersen, Jen Curchin, Stephanie Mayer, and (10/12) Greg Mayer.

We give thanks for those celebrating their anniversaries this week: (10/9) René Brandt & Andrea Mysen and (10/11) Jen & Gray Curchin.

Weekly Altar Flowers Donated to Random Acts of Flowers

Our weekly altar flower arrangements are now being donated to Random Acts of Flowers, a non-profit organization that re-purposes them and delivers them to local hospitals, hospices, assisted living and veterans’ facilities. Thank you for leaving the flowers intact for others to enjoy!

23 Pet Blessing Today at 2pm

Come one, come all to St. Augustine’s this afternoon at 2pm when we will observe the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi by the blessing of pets. This is a wonderful opportunity to invite your friends and neighbors (and pets!) to experience St. A’s as a loving, warm and welcoming community. All well-behaved, vaccinated pets are welcome (in consideration for the priest, please bring non-dog/-cat animals in a secure container). If your furry/feathered/scaley loved one is not sociable, or doesn’t travel well, or has age or medical issues that prevent them from accompanying you, please bring a photo and participate that way. You are also welcome to bring your favorite stuffed animal(s). Children are also encouraged to dress as their favorite animal. Henry Eckstein will be painting noses and whiskers on faces, and there will be yummy baked treats and lemonade for everyone to enjoy. And of course, there will be pet treats too!

Our Partner: C.A.R.E. is an animal rescue volunteer-based non-profit that serves the entire North Shore. They will be with us with some kitties and doggos to meet and we would love to support their mission. They are in particular need of 1) any type dry cat food, 2) any type wet cat food, and 3) medium and large cotton rope toys for dogs. We invite you to support C.A.R.E. by bringing these much-needed items with you to the church where we will be collecting donations in the parish hall. Monetary donations are also very welcome.

Bakers: If you are interested in helping by supplying some baked treats like brownies, blondies, chocolate chip cookies, sugar cookies, or rice krispy treats, please sign up on the bulletin board.

Questions? Please contact Parker Bentley ([email protected]).

Purchase Tickets Today for Family Promise Benefit October 19, 7:00pm

Please join us and bring your friends on Saturday, October 19, at 7:00pm in Puhlman Hall! An evening of fun, food and fellowship with a Dessert & Wine Buffet and entertainment featuring the family friendly AOK ( Acts of Kindness) Cabaret in “You Can’t Be Serious!” Proceeds will support Family Promise Chicago North Shore. To purchase tickets, please see the link in last Thursday’s Parish Life Connections. Tickets can also be purchased after today’s service!

24 (W)holy Wednesdays at Whole Foods Wine Bar, 6:30-8:00pm

All are welcome to join us at Whole Foods Wine Bar on Green Bay Road on Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:00pm. Come as you are, get what you need to be comfortable (food/drink for purchase), and settle in for an evening of discussion and reflection about our common life of faith. Classes serve as Baptism and Confirmation preparation. Questions? Ask Andrew ([email protected]) or Suzi ([email protected]). Upcoming Dates: Christianity 101 : Oct. 9, 16; Bible 102 : Oct. 23, 30, Nov. 6; Anglicanism/Episcopalianism 103 : Nov. 20, Dec. 4, 11, 18.

Half Day Parish Wide Spiritual Retreat October 26

Save the Date: Saturday, October 26, 9:30am to 12:30pm. St. Augustine’s will be presenting Introduction to Paths of Spirituality. This event is offered as a way of helping us learn how to meditate, pray and connect effectively. You are invited to attend regardless of prior experience. If you are interested in attending or have further questions, please contact Mary Senn ([email protected]) or Hilary Kennedy ([email protected]).

Prayer Shawl Guild Saturday, October 26, 2pm

What better time to gather for knitting/crocheting than fall – and near Halloween at that! Mary Collins has graciously offered to host the next Prayer Shawl gathering on Saturday, October 26, at 2pm. Mary lives at 2526 Thornwood Ave in Wilmette. Please let Mary know if you can attend: [email protected] or (847) 853-1187. Upcoming Prayer Shawl Guild dates: November 23, December 7.

Listening Hours with Andrew Thursday Afternoons

Join Andrew for coffee and conversation between 1:30-3:30pm on Thursdays at Curt’s Café. Curt’s Café is located at 2922 Central Street in Evanston. See you there!

25 Sign Up to Help During Our Family Promise Host Week: October 27—November 3

Please see the signup link in last Thursday’s PLC to reserve your spot to volunteer. Thank you for supporting the families on their journeys to independence!

A Letter from Family Promise Chicago North Shore

From Tracy McKeithen, Executive Director, Family Promise Chicago North Shore: Among the people we serve, your congregation is a valued member of Family Promise North Shore. Most people who know of us, think of the hosting that over 20 congregations provide to the homeless families that we screen into our program. However, we understand that not all members of a congregation want to host. We are most fortunate that the North Shore contains many talented people. We at Family Promise would like to provide an outlet for these talents. We are looking for volunteers with experience in Communications, Development, Operations and Finance to join our Committees. Much of this part-time work can be done at home. If you would like to explore sharing your talents to benefit families in homeless situations please contact Board President, Richard Day ([email protected] or 847-722-4714).

Upcoming Youth Events

On Sunday, October 27, St. A’s youth will take a trip to the Museum of Mexican Fine Art for Day of the Dead Xicágo . This is an opportunity for us to connect with another faith community and experience how they remember their loved ones. We will meet in the church parking lot at 1:30pm and carpool to the museum. Parents are needed to drive! Please email Sarah ([email protected]) or text/call her at (773) 571- 5029. This event is suggested for children in 5th grade and up, but anyone in the congregation is welcome to attend. Admission is free. On this special day, guests will enjoy heartfelt ofrendas (altars), live musical performances, face painting, art activities, and Pan de Muerto (traditional Day of the Dead Bread). Please dress appropriately to spend a good part of the day outdoors.

Also, save the date: Sunday, December 1, for the first monthly Sunday late afternoon/early evening Taizé service for young people. Sarah would appreciate feedback from parents and kids on how this service could best serve them. Please email or text/call Sarah (see above).

26 Tuesdays: Morning Prayer, Coffee and Bible Study with Andrew

Upcoming Dates : Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 19, 26, Dec. 10, 17 This Fall, Andrew is leading a Bible study and reflection time on the readings for the upcoming Sunday (the Lectionary). We begin on Tuesday mornings at 10:30am with Morning Prayer, have a small break for coffee, and settle in for an hour of study to conclude by 12noon. Together, we explore the passages at hand, and reflect on them both historically and personally to unpack how they might influence our lives today. All are welcome. If you have a Bible, please bring it with you. Questions? Please contact Andrew ([email protected]).

Bishop Search Online Survey Open Until October 13

The Bishop Search & Nomination Committee encourages all lay people and clergy in the diocese to participate in a brief online survey. Data collected from the survey will be used to supplement input from Listening Sessions held across the diocese. The survey should only take 10 minutes to complete; it will be open through October 13. Please see last Thursday’s PLC for the link for the online survey.

Laundry Love Everybody, Everybody, Everybody Deserves Clean Clothes

Thank you to all those who have donated quarters, detergent, and dryer sheets for our Laundry Love ministry. Keep them coming! If you would like to volunteer for this outreach, please sign up on the bulletin board. Laundry Love takes place on the 4th Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8:00pm at nearby All Washed Up laundromat. We need no more than four people per shift. Questions? Please contact Andrew ([email protected]). Thank you!

SHOUT OUT!

To Greg Witt , co-chair of our Buildings and Grounds team, who faithfully and tirelessly tends to the various issues that arise unexpectedly with our building, most recently the flooding in the Rose Hall gym…anytime or day of the week! Thanks, Greg!

To Debbie Buesing , who has spent much of her time over the past several weeks in getting our Godly Play and Godly Quest resources sorted, organized and replenished. Thanks, Debbie!

27 Serving Today

Presider The Rev. Suzi Holding Preacher The Rev. Andrew Suitter Deacon The Rev. Sue Nebel Liturgical Steward Stephan Lacor Lectors Susan Barry, Tim Berg Leader of the Prayers Sue Carlson Chalice Bearers Terry Haight, Debbie Buesing, Mark Farrell, Sarah Fields Ushers Mary Berg, Jerry Todd, Martha Jacobson, Gregg Byers Acolytes Amy Eckstein, Edward McCall Children’s Crucifer Christopher McCall Gospel Book Carrier Asher Mysen Children’s Chapel Linda Moser, Verlin Fraser Altar Guild Catherine Cooper, Robin Bourne-Caris, Tina Haight Good Samaritan October 7-20 Jim Bonamici [email protected], (847) 256-7699

Staff The Rt. Rev. Jeffrey D. Lee, Bishop of Chicago The Rev. Suzi Holding, Interim Rector The Rev. Andrew Suitter, Associate Rector The Rev. Andrea Mysen, Priest Associate The Rev. Sue Nebel, Deacon Ms. Theresa Kimball, Parish Administrator Mr. Martin Kehe, Associate for Music Ms. Athina Sato, Bookkeeper Mr. Pisa Sybounheuang, Sexton

Vestry and Officers Bruce Caris, Senior Warden Mary Senn, Junior Warden Carly Andersen, René Brandt, Art Cacayuran, Verlin Fraser, Kathy Gander, Carol Gourley, Hilary Kennedy, Dan Rhodes Bruce Caris, Gray Curchin and Tina Janetzko, Treasurers

SAINT AUGUSTINE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1140 Wilmette Avenue | Wilmette, Illinois 60091 T: 847-251-6922 | W: staschurch.org | E: [email protected]