DECEMBER 23, 2018 THE FOURTH SUNDAY IN ADVENT 9:00 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST

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1 DECEMBER 23, 2018 THE FOURTH SUNDAY IN ADVENT 9:00 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST St. Chrysostom s Episcopal Church 1424 North Dearborn Parkway, Chicago, Illinois

2 Welcome to Saint Chrysostom s Church! Whoever you are, and wherever you find yourself on the journey of faith, you are welcome here. We are so glad you have chosen to join us today. If this is your first time here, please fill out a welcome card, located in the pews or at the back of the church, and leave it in the offering plate or with one of our ushers. THINGS TO KNOW Restrooms Are available in the first-floor Harding Room, downstairs by Sunday School classrooms, and upstairs by the second-floor Guild Room. Fellowship Grab some coffee and a muffin in the 1st floor Harding Room and enjoy some good conversation. Coffee hour ends at 1 p.m. Formation Hour 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Adult Forum: 2 nd floor Guild Room.* Youth Confirmation Class: 2 nd floor North Room. Children s Sunday School: LL classrooms. *More details on Adult Formation can be found in the back of this bulletin in the announcements section. HELPFUL NOTES Communion All baptized people and all those seeking a deeper relationship with Christ are invited to receive the bread and wine made holy. Gluten-free wafers are available upon request. If you prefer to receive a blessing, come forward and simply cross your arms over your chest. Offering Giving back to God through pledges and tithes is one of the privileges of being a member of God s family. We want our guests to feel no pressure to give. Accessible worship Large print hymnals and copies of the Book of Common Prayer are in the back of the church. Hearing Loop instructions are available, also in the back of the church. QUESTIONS? The greeters at the back of the church, the clergy, or our Sexton can help you get on the right track. 2 BUILDING MEANINGFUL WORSHIP HABITS Arrive early to settle your mind and body. Ask God to open your eyes, ears, mind, and heart to receive God s Word. Participate fully. Sing when there is music. Pray when there is prayer. Listen to the Scriptures and pay attention to what word or phrase sticks with you. Introduce yourself by name to someone you don t know and build your church community. Consider which part of worship you are most drawn to. Then consider signing up to assist in that ministry when you can. WOULD YOU LIKE TO SPEAK TO A MINISTER? Contact Administrative Assistant Jessica Figueroa at Jessica@saintc.org or for an appointment. Our clergy want to know you, so don t be shy! SERVICE TIMES: 8 AM Eucharist & Sermon 9 AM Eucharist & Sermon, with music 11 AM Eucharist & Sermon, with choir OR Morning Prayer with Choir 2 nd and 4 th Sundays, 5:15 PM Quiet Eucharist & Homily, 1 st Sundays Wednesday 8 AM Holy Eucharist & Homily in John Chrysostom Chapel. CONNECT WITH US To be added to the parish list, visit: or contact the Parish Office at Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Keep up with Rev. Wes on Check out our website! Saintc.org For other questions or inquires, contact the Parish Office at

3 Voluntary Magnificat Samuel Scheidt Please stand Hymn 56, Verses 7 & 8 O come, O come, Emmanuel VENI, VENI, EMMANUEL The lighting of the Advent Candles will take place during the singing of the hymn. Opening Acclamation: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be God s kingdom, now and forever. Amen. The Collect for Purity 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. Holy God, Holy and Mighty Trisagion NEW PLAINSONG The Collect of the Day The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Purify our conscience, Almighty God, by your daily visitation, that your Son Jesus Christ, at his coming, may find in us a mansion prepared for himself; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Please sit First Reading Micah 5:2-5a A Reading from the Book of Micah You, O Bethlehem of Ephrathah, who are one of the little clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to rule in Israel, whose origin is from of old, from ancient days. Therefore he shall give them up until the time when she who is in labor has brought forth; then the rest of his kindred shall return to the people of Israel. 3

4 And he shall stand and feed his flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. And they shall live secure, for now he shall be great to the ends of the earth; and he shall be the one of peace. Hear what the spirit is saying to God s people. Thanks be to God. Hymn 438 Tell out, my soul, the greatness of the Lord WOODLANDS Gospel Luke 1:39-45(46-55) The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke Glory to you, Lord Christ. In those days Mary set out and went with haste to a Judean town in the hill country, where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leaped in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and exclaimed with a loud cry, "Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. And why has this happened to me, that the mother of my Lord comes to me? For as soon as I heard the sound of your greeting, the child in my womb leaped for joy. And blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what was spoken to her by the Lord." [And Mary said, "My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked with favor on the lowliness of his servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for the Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy is his name. His mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation. He has shown strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts. He has brought down the powerful from their thrones, and lifted up the lowly; he has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty. He has helped his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy, according to the promise he made to our ancestors, to Abraham and to his descendants forever."] The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ. Please Sit Sermon Please stand Nicene Creed (sung by all) We believe in God the Father, God Almighty by whose plan Earth and heaven sprang to being, all created things began. We believe in Christ the Savior, Son of God in human frame, virgin-born, the child of Mary upon whom the Spirit came. The Rev. Dr. Roger Ferlo Senior Pastor in Residence HYMN TO JOY Christ, who on the cross forsaken, like a lamb to slaughter led, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, he descended to the dead. We believe in Jesus risen, heaven s king to rule and reign, to the Father s side ascended til as judge he comes again. We believe in God the Spirit; in one church, below, above; saints of God in one communion, one in holiness and love. So by faith, our sins forgiven, Christ our Savior, Lord and Friend, we shall rise with him in glory to the life that knows no end 4

5 Prayers of the People In peace, we pray to you, Lord God. Silence is observed For all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone. For this community, the nation, and the world; For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace. For the just and proper use of your creation; For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression. For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy. For the peace and unity of the Church of God; For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth. For Michael our Presiding Bishop, and Jeffrey our Bishop; and for all bishops and other ministers; For all who serve God in his Church. For the special needs and concerns of this congregation. We lift up all those in our community in need of healing, wholeness, and relief from pain. We pray also for The Smedley family, Tonya, Bob, Louise, Sister Mary Jean, Rebecca, Angela, Stacy, Bill, Jean, Clark, Bob, Pamela, Bruce, William, Deborah, Lisa, Stephanie, Alex, Taylor, Pete, Bob, Denis, Heather, Sandy, Meikell, The Wright Family, Donna, Jerry, Charles, Michelle, John, James, Kierra, Heather, Dale, Gabriella, Sylvia, Alan, Becky, Kathryn, Jonathan, Ellen, Art Sims, Tamara Howard, Martin & Peg, Alice, Molly, Pat Hendricks, Ramon Ramos, Chuck, Jim, Ruthanne, Angie, Reva, Carole Bial and all our friends in the Neighbors in Need program and Lincoln Park Community Center. Are there others? We invite your additional prayers to be offered aloud or in silence. Hear us, Lord; For your mercy is great. We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life. Silence is observed. The People may add their own thanksgivings We will exalt you, O God our King; And praise your Name for ever and ever. Today we remember and place into God s loving care all those who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom. We pray especially for those who have died as a result of gun violence in our city this week: Demond Davis, 31; and Marquis Eubanks, 27. Are there others? Silence is observed. The People may add their own petitions Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them; Who put their trust in you. Silence may be kept. 5

6 Confession of Sin Let us confess our sins to God. Please kneel 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. 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. Please stand The Peace The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you. Please sit Greetings and Announcements Offertory Sentence Offertory Anthem The angel Gabriel Arranged by Kevin J. Sadowski The Angel Gabriel from heaven came, his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame; 'All hail,' said he, 'thou lowly maiden Mary, most highly favoured lady.' Gloria! 'For known a blessèd Mother thou shalt be, all generations laud and honour thee, thy son shall be Emmanuel, by seers foretold; most highly favoured lady.' Gloria! Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head, 'To me be as it pleaseth God,' she said, 'My soul shall laud and magnify his holy name': most highly favoured lady. Gloria! The Holy Communion Please stand The Lord is here. His Spirit is with us. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise. Blessed are you, lord God, our light and our salvation; to you be glory and praise for ever. From the beginning you have created all things and all your works echo the silent music of your praise. In the fullness of time you made us in your image, the crown of all creation. You give us breath and speech, that with angels and archangels, and all the powers of heaven we may find a voice to sing your praise: 6

7 Sanctus & Benedictus NEW PLAINSONG How wonderful the work of your hands, O Lord. As a mother tenderly gathers her children, you embraced a people as your own. When they turned away and rebelled your love remained steadfast. From them you raised up Jesus our Savior, born of Mary, to be the living bread, in whom all our hungers are satisfied. He offered his life for sinners, and with a love stronger than death he opened wide his arms on the cross. On the night before he died, he came to supper with his friends and, taking bread, he gave you thanks. He broke it and gave it to them, saying: Take, eat; this is my body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of me. At the end of supper, taking the cup of wine, he gave thanks to you and said: Drink this, all of you, this is my blood of the new covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me. Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. Father, we plead with confidence his sacrifice made once for all upon this cross; we remember his dying and rising in glory, and we rejoice that he intercedes for us at your right hand. Pour out your Holy Spirit as we bring before you these gifts of your creations; may they be for us the body and blood of your dear Son. As we eat and drink these holy things in your presence, form us in the likeness of Christ, and build us into a living temple to your glory. Bring us at the last with all the saints to the vision of that eternal splendor for which you have created us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, by whom, with whom, and in whom, with all who stand before you in earth and heaven, we worship you, Father almighty, in songs of everlasting praise: Blessing and honor and glory and power be yours forever and ever. Amen. As our Savior taught us, so we pray: 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. Agnus Dei NEW PLAINSONG 7

8 Communion Ave Maria Bach-Gounod Hail, Mary, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed be the fruit of thy womb. Amen. Please stand Post-Communion Prayer Let us pray. God of abundance, you have fed us with the bread of life and cup of salvation; you have united us with Christ and one another; and you have made us one with all your people in heaven and on earth. Now send us forth in the power of your Spirit, that we may proclaim you redeeming love to the world and continue for ever in the risen life of Christ our Savior. Amen. Please sit Birthdays and Anniversaries O God, our times are in your hand: Look with favor, we pray, on your servants as they begin another year. Grant that they may grow in wisdom and grace and strengthen their trust in your goodness all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Please stand Blessing Officiant People Officiant People Officiant People Officiant People May Almighty God, by whose providence our Savior Christ came among us in great humility, sanctify you with the light of his blessing and set you free from all sin. Amen. May Christ, whose second Coming in power and great glory we await, make you steadfast in faith, joyful in hope, and constant in love. Amen. May you, who rejoice in the first Advent of our Redeemer, at his second Advent be rewarded with unending life. Amen. And the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen. Hymn 66, Verse 1 Come, thou long expected Jesus STUTTGART Dismissal Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. Thanks be to God. Voluntary Magnificat Marcel Dupré Please remain standing as the clergy and choir recess. Music Permissions Service music, by permission of the Church Hymnal Corporation 8

9 The Choir Christina Pecce, Charles Cooney, Steven Hyder Roger D. Stanley Associate Organist Marcel Dupré ( ), last century's greatest organ virtuoso, was Organiste-Titulaire of St. Sulpice ( ), composer, Professor of Organ at the Paris Conservatory, and a prolific recording artist. He blazed his way across the century, leaving a profound effect on the organ and musical world. In the 1920s, substituting for the ailing Louis Vierne at Notre Dame, he improvised 15 responses to the Antiphons and the Magnificat at Vespers. A visitor to the organ tribune, Claude Johnson (then head of Rolls-Royce), commissioned Dupré to transcribe these improvisations and then had them published. The various movements are in many styles: today s postlude is in typical French toccata style with great flashes of sound over a strong pedal melody. The Cover Image Cover Photograph: The Visit of Mary to Elizabeth by Charles J. Connick Studios, Boston The St. Elizabeth windows located in the North Aisle Photograph by Richard Hoskins Serving Today Usher(s) Acolyte Graysen Pendry Mac Pendry Reader Graysen Pendry Prayers of the People Maureen Maher Lay Eucharistic Minister Mary-Ellen Christy Altar Guild Caroline Cracraft John Bankhurst Flower Guild Ryan Kin Angela Yorath 9

10 Letter from Wes Dear St. Chrysostom's Parish Community, This season of Incarnation I want to send my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you for making the nearness of God's presence so evident to me, Lori, and our daughters. Your reaching out to us has been comforting and life-giving in every way. I don't know how to express how much your care, concern, and support have meant except to say thank you so, so much. The dinner meals were such a special gift and help, not to mention delicious everyone. And your notes, cards, and prayers have surrounded us and buoyed us up with healing and strength. I miss you and so look forward to being back with you on Sunday, January 6th to celebrate the Feast of Epiphany, Holy Baptism, the culmination of our church's 125th anniversary, and a new year with new joys and new possibilities. In the meantime, I hope this Christmas you will give yourself the gifts of patience, gentleness, and kindness that you have given in such abundance to me and my family. Peace and joy to you, Wes Smedley 10

11 Upcoming Events December 23 rd, 2018 Ice Skating at Millennium Park 1:00p.m. The Youth Program is going ice skating! Please join us! Bring your skates or rent skates for $15. December 24 th, 2018 Christmas Eve Services 4p.m.-8p.m.-11p.m. Join us at St. Chrysostom s for Christmas Eve Services! Valet parking will be available for all three services. December 25 th, 2018 Christmas Day Service 11:00a.m. Merry Christmas from St. Chrysostom s! January 16 th, 2019 WOSC Pop-up Event WOSC is hosting another visit to the Art Institute. Dave Williams will share his thoughts on the current exhibit, Painting the Floating World: Ukiyo-e Masterpieces from the Weston Collection before the group tours. A luncheon following is optional. WOSC members, check your inbox for an Evite. If you did not receive an Evite and would like to more details, please contact Liz Kohlbeck at elizabethkohlbeck@ yahoo.com. February 1 st & 2 nd, 2019 WOSC Annual Winter Retreat The University Club of Chicago Stop the World, I Want to Get Off! Finding a Pace Rooted in Faith Featuring: The Rev. Mary Appelt Graves All women of the parish are invited. Look for your reminder in your inbox with all details and a link to enroll online. Brochures are also available in the church and church office. For further questions please contact: Liz Kohlbeck (elizabethkohlbeck@yahoo.com) 11

12 JOIN US! Please join us to celebrate all that our 125th year has brought us as we move forward into the next 125 years! The event will include lots of fun activities, dinner and cocktails. The celebration starts with the Evensong service at 5:15pm in the Sanctuary. At 6pm the festivities with dinner and cocktails will be in the Guild Room. Please feel free to join for all or part of the celebration! Please RSVP in Realm - or use the QR Code! Donations are graciously accepted

13 MONTHLY ACTIVITIES! JOIN US! Saint Chrysostom's Book Club September-May 2 nd Wednesday of each month at 1:30PM Current Books 12/12/18: News of the World- Paulette Jiles Upcoming Book List: 1/19/19: Lincoln in the Bardo-George Saunders 2/13/19: Everything is Illuminated- Jonathan Safran Foer 3/13/19: Love in the Time of Cholera-Gabriel Garcia Marquez 4/10/19: Murray Bay: The Glided Age Resort of Tafts, Sedgwicks, Blakes, Minturns and Their Friends- Judy C. Bross 5/8/19: Fall of Giants: Book One of the Century Trilogy- Ken Follet Please come participate whenever you may be able. All are Welcomed! Adult Forum-Advent 2018 Sundays at 10a.m. December Open Hearts: Reflections on Advent Led by: The Rev. Dr. Sam Portaro, Theologian-in-Residence The quality of God s omniscience, and openness are expressed in our Eucharistic liturgies with the Collect of Purity, a prayer that puts it right out there for us: 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. In a series of reflections upon the phrase, to you all hearts are open, Sam Portaro opens varied dimensions, perspectives, and implications of this rich theme, especially as a window into Advent, the liturgical prelude to Christmas. In these fractious times of social, political, cultural and ecclesiological ferment and change, Christians are especially challenged to lead from and with open hearts, in service to the God of the open heart. When Home Won't Let You Stay By: James A. Bowey, Artist in Residence October-December 31 st James is presenting his poignant traveling exhibit about refugees in America, as well as community programs about the refugee crisis. whenhomewontletyoustay.org. Adult Forum-Winter 2019 Sundays at 10a.m. January 13 *February 3 & 24 * March 17 * April 7 Soul Friends: An Inquiry into Christian Faith as practiced in The Episcopal Church Are you a newcomer to St. Chrysostom s? Curious about the Christian religion? Soul Friends is a companionable introduction to the Episcopal tradition. Sharing the exploration with a mentor, experience the life of the community, not just study it as an academic discipline. At the end of the short journey, those who wish to commit to relationship with the church through baptism or confirmation or wish to affirm their commitment to the Episcopal Church, are eligible to do so through the ancient ritual of the Great Vigil of Easter, the occasion of Christian commitment and reception into the community of faith. There is, however, no expectation or assumption that all inquirers will reach this point of commitment in this initial exploratory journey. Whatever your point of beginning, whatever your journey s end, we welcome you to come along. Participants are expected to read Sheer Christianity: Conjectures on a Catechism by Sam Portaro in segments of pages (about 15 pages per week), in preparation for each of five Sunday morning sessions scheduled at three-week intervals. The Sunday sessions with Sam will be conversational, encouraging discussion on the readings. Please register with the Parish Office at info@saintc.org 13 or (312)

14 Capital Campaign Ours is a community deeply rooted in faith and motivated by love. On behalf of the Capital Campaign Leadership Committee and of generations to come, THANK YOU. Your generosity of spirit and resources has resulted in our achieving 52% of our $15,000,000 fundraising goal for capital improvements and enhanced programming, Your willingness to support these efforts will be long-remembered by the community a community deeply rooted in faith and motivated by love. We are humbled by the overwhelming response we ve received to date and promise to keep up the good work as we ease into a public phase of our fundraising efforts this Spring. By your participation, you are fostering further growth and stewardship of our beloved St. Chrysostom s Church and Day School. Thank You and Merry Christmas! 14

15 Parish & Community Engagement Thank You From WOSC! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who shopped the Annual WOSC Bake and Re-gifting Sale on December 2nd. Because of all of you, we raised over $4,000.00, a record-breaking amount. Literally hundreds of children will reap the benefit of our fund-raising efforts. Thanks go out to everyone who baked and cooked, filling the freezer and tables with their delicious specialties. Thanks also to those who searched their homes from top to bottom and brought in amazing items for re-gifting. And last but not least, a special thank you to our sale chairs, Pat White, Maggie Davis, Linda Larsen, and Cathie Price, who spent endless hours strategizing, organizing, displaying, and working with their team of WOSC volunteers to make this sale happen. SEE YOU NEXT DECEMBER! Christmas Ornament A special thank you to the Women of St. Chrysostom s for dedicating their time and effort for the 5 th year in making these beautiful ornaments that were distributed on Sunday to the children after the pageant! 15

16 Parish & Community Engagement Welcome Rev. Dr. Roger Ferlo! Please welcome Rev. Dr. Roger Ferlo as St. Chrysostom's Senior Pastor in Residence through Dec. 31st, during Rev. Wes's medical sabbatical. Rev. Dr. Roger Ferlo will be available in the Parish Office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, so please feel free to make an appointment by contacting the Parish Office at or Stewardship Updates 2019 Campaign The annual campaign for 2019 has been launched! As of Thursday, December 20 th, we have received $565,552 in pledges from 100 pledgers towards our Stewardship goal of $900,000. St. Chrysostom s needs your support! Please see below for ways to pledge to help St. Chrysostom s meet its goal! 2018 Campaign We are finalizing the 2018 campaign and as of Thursday, December 20 th we have received $896,917 in pledges from 242 pledgers towards our Stewardship goal of $900,000. We are just $3,083 away from our 2018 stewardship goal! Ways to Pledge Please consider pledging online at through a Realm account at by completing a pledge card in church or contacting Shelly Banks in the parish office at shelly@saintc.org or (312) Thank you for your generosity and support to St. Chrysostom s! Text Giving You can now support the missions of St. Chrysostom's through text message! Just text GIFTSTC to Standard text messaging rates apply You may also contribute using our QR code, to the right 16

17 Parish & Community Engagement Get Connected on Realm We have an online church community where we can connect with each other outside our Sunday gatherings. We'd love for you to take part! You'll be able to update your membership profile, keep track of your giving, see records of your Sacraments, and connect with other members and groups. Please join our community on Realm at Contact the Parish Office for help getting connected! Intercessory prayer In the news there has been a great deal of discussion of suicide, domestic violence and mental health. Please know that our church is here is for you. If you or someone you know is struggling, please feel free to contact our clergy or the church office. Every Tuesday at 9:30 AM, Rev. Jihan leads intercessory prayer in our St. Chrysostom's Chapel. Please allow us to pray for you. Should you have a prayer request, please call or the church office ( , Jessica@saintc.org), or contact any of our clergy members. Resources: Natl Suicide Hotline: Natl Domestic Violence Hotline: National Sexual Assault Hotline: Chicago Rape Crises Hotline: Cathedral Counseling Center in Chicago: Donations Needed -Neighbors in Need Program: Our guests need sweaters, coats, hats, gloves, boots, socks, and other items to help protect them from the cold. Drop Off: Church on Sundays or Parish Office on weekdays b/w 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. -School Supply Donations for Chiapas: Our parish missioners headed to Chiapas on January 21 st to visit families in our two companion churches traditionally take along school supplies and little packages of cars and planes and small accessories (barrettes, lotions, cute socks, etc.) for adolescent girls to go in grab bags, which are given at a party in their honor. We include markers, packages of pens and notebooks for the Hoger Infantil, the fine orphanage with 70 children that we visit. We play sports with the kids and love inflatable soccer balls and other packable games are terrific. We can also take along a few simple children s books for the English classes we support there. Please leave donations in the boxes at the back of the church on Sunday, December 30 th, January 6 th, and January 13 th. Donations can also be left with the parish office. How much these children who feel such a connection to our church would love these gifts. For further information contact judycbross@aol.com. 17

18 Volunteers Needed: Get connected & make a difference Name: Best Phone: Best I am interested in helping in the following areas: Neighbors in Need Meals (sharing a meal & visiting with people who are homeless) Bread Baker for Holy Communion Visit Home-bound persons Children s Chapel Shepherd Cards to Home-bound persons First Sunday Supper (meal prep, setup, or cleanup) Altar Guild (worship prep) Flower Guild Adult Worship Leader (Reader/Lector, Usher, Greeter, Acolyte) Child/Youth Worship Leader (Reader/Lector, Usher, Greeter, Acolyte) Children s Choir Parish Choir Deborah s Place Meals (local safe shelter for women) Youth Group Lay Eucharistic Minister (LEM; chalice bearer) Office Support (weekdays) I m not sure, contact me Additional Comments: Please complete the form and drop in the offering or complete online at 18

19 St. Chrysostom s EPISCOPAL CHURCH ANNIVERSARY 2019 PLEDGE CARD NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE NUMBER In gratitude for all that God has given to me/us and in the awareness of all that God is calling St. Chrysostom s to do in Chicago and the world. I/we make the following pledge for I/We understand that this gift does not simply help meet a budget for year 2019, but also shares in the work of God in and through the work of this parish. ANNUALLY $ or MONTHLY $ or WEEKLY $ (For the period January 1, 2019 December 31, 2019.) Please also note the following ways in which I/we feel called to serve God in and through the ministries of the church: I/We have also made a planned gift to the Good Shepherd Fund in my/our will and/or estate. Please send me pledge envelopes. Please return your completed pledge card to the church office, to info@saintc.org. THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! 19

20 ST. CHRYSOSTOM'S CHURCH AND DAY SCHOOL STAFF The Rev. Wes Smedley, Rector (on medical sabbatical) The Rev. Dr. Roger Ferlo, Senior Pastor in Residence The Rev. Dr. Sam Portaro, Theologian in Residence Ms. Judy Caraher, Head of School Ms. Mary Ellen Christy, Day School Founding Headmistress Ms. Shelly Banks, Chief Operating Officer Mr. Richard Barrick Hoskins, Director of Music, Organist & Carillonneur Mr. Roger D. Stanley, Associate Organist The Rev. Jihan B. Murray-Smith, Director of Youth Ministries & Day School Chaplain Mr. Will Bouvel, Director of Children s Ministries The Rev. Larry A. Green, Deacon Mr. Ian Fielding, Ministry Coordinator & Verger Ms. Della Hernandez, Parish Accountant Ms. Jessica Figueroa, Administrative Assistant Mr. Don Junious, Sexton Mr. Alonzo Hardy, Porter John Bankhurst, 2020 Jonathan Boyer, 2020 Susanna Craib-Cox, 2019 Geoffrey Euston, 2020 Anne Geraghty Helms, 2022 Tots Kate Snow, Lead Teacher Anne Gordon, Asst. Teacher Sarah Allen, Asst. Teacher Full Day JK Megan Yorath, Lead Teacher Maggie Holzrichter Teacher Michelle Lau, Teacher Erin Reitz, Asst. Teacher Susan Gardaphe, Asst. Teacher, THE VESTRY OF ST. CHRYSOSTOM S CHURCH Kevin Matzke, Senior Warden Anne Driscoll, Junior Warden Katie Heaton, 2022 Patty Lane, 2019 Jim Neaylon, 2019 Brian Odom, 2022 Brian Quinlan, 2021 Hayden Kennedy, 2021 Richard W. Shepro, Chancellor Lindsay Roberts, Clerk Emma Butler-VanderLinden, Youth Rep THE STAFF OF ST. CHRYSOSTOM S DAY SCHOOL Pam Larsen, Finance/Communications/Admissions Kacky Fetzer, Development/Communications/Admissions Preschool Amy Kaplan, Lead Teacher Alexa Robinson, Teacher Cinnie Siragusa, Teacher Lindsay Trainer, Teacher Susan Gardaphe, Teacher Preschool Asst. Teachers Madeline Guarino Alee Kolbus Jasmin Dahm 4s/Junior Kindergarten Rosemary Hopper, Lead Teacher Gail Bolton, Assistant Teacher Full Day 4 s Amy Collins, Teacher Kathleen McGann, Assistant Teacher StChrysChicago 20