SEPTEMBER 16, 2018 KICKOFF SUNDAY! 9:00 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST & BAPTISM

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1 Jesus, confirm my heart s desire To work and speak and think for thee; Still let me guard the holy fire, And still stir up thy gift in me. (Charles Wesley) SEPTEMBER 16, 2018 KICKOFF SUNDAY! 9:00 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST & BAPTISM St. Chrysostom s Episcopal Church 1424 North Dearborn 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. 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 Lydia Munroe at lydia@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 9 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 The Word of God Voluntary Fugue, B-Flat major J. S. Bach Please stand Hymn 775 Give thanks for life SINE NOMINE Opening Acclamation: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be God s kingdom, now and forever. Amen. There is one Body and one Spirit; There is one hope in God s call to us; One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; One God and Father of all. The Collect of the Day The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

4 First Reading Proverbs 1:20-33 A reading from book of Proverbs Wisdom cries out in the street; in the squares she raises her voice. At the busiest corner she cries out; at the entrance of the city gates she speaks: How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge? Give heed to my reproof; I will pour out my thoughts to you; I will make my words known to you. Because I have called and you refused, have stretched out my hand and no one heeded, and because you have ignored all my counsel and would have none of my reproof, I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when panic strikes you, when panic strikes you like a storm, and your calamity comes like a whirlwind, when distress and anguish come upon you. Then they will call upon me, but I will not answer; they will seek me diligently, but will not find me. Because they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of the Lord, would have none of my counsel, and despised all my reproof, therefore they shall eat the fruit of their way and be sated with their own devices. For waywardness kills the simple, and the complacency of fools destroys them; but those who listen to me will be secure and will live at ease, without dread of disaster. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Psalm 19 Coeli enarrant Tone 5 The Cantor sings the first portion of the verse, all sing the second portion. 4 The heavens declare the glory of / God, * And the firmament / shows his handiwork. One day tells its tale to an/other, * And night imparts knowledge / to another. Although they have no words or / language, * And their / voices are not heard. Their sound has gone out into / all lands, *

5 And their message to the / ends of the world. The law of the Lord is perfect and re/vives the soul; * the testimony of the Lord is sure and gives wisdom / to the innocent. The statutes of the Lord are just and re/joice the heart; * the commandment of the Lord is clear and gives / light to the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean and endures for/ever; * the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous / altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, more than much / fine gold, * sweeter far than honey, than / honey in the comb. Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your / sight; * O Lord, my strength and / my redeemer. The congregation stands to sing: The Cantor intones the Alleluia, All repeat it. The cantor sings the verse. All repeat the alleluia. Alleluia TIBI, CHRISTE, SPLENDOR PATRIS Tone 8 Verse: How dear to me are your dwellings, O Lord of hosts! My soul has a desire and longing for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh rejoice in the living God. Gospel Mark 8:27-38 The Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. Glory to you, Lord Christ. Jesus went on with his disciples to the villages of Caesarea Philippi; and on the way he asked his disciples, Who do people say that I am? And they answered him, John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; and still others, one of the prophets. He asked them, But who do you say that I am? Peter answered him, You are the Messiah. And he sternly ordered them not to tell anyone about him.then he began to teach them that the Son of Man must undergo great suffering, and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. He said all this quite openly. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. But turning and looking at his disciples, he rebuked Peter and said, Get behind me, Satan! For you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things. He called the crowd with his disciples, and said to them, If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake, and for the sake of the gospel, will save it. For what will it profit them to gain the whole world and forfeit their life? Indeed, what can they give in return for their life? Those who are ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of them the Son of Man will also be ashamed when he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ. Please sit Sermon The Rev. Wes Smedley 5

6 The Sacrament of Holy Baptism Presentation and Examination of the Candidate for Baptism: Georgia Jeanne Mather The Candidate for Holy Baptism will now be presented. Parents I present Georgia Jeanne Mather to receive the Sacrament of Baptism. and Godparents Will you be responsible for seeing that the child you present is brought up in the Christian faith and life? Parents I will, with God's help. and Godparents Will you by your prayers and witness help this child to grow into the full stature of Christ? Parents I will, with God's help. and Godparents Response Response Response Response Response Response Do you renounce Satan and all the spiritual forces of wickedness that rebel against God? I renounce them. Do you renounce the evil powers of this world which corrupt and destroy the creatures of God? I renounce them. Do you renounce all sinful desires that draw you from the love of God? I renounce them. Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Savior? I do. Do you put your whole trust in his grace and love? I do. Do you promise to follow and obey him as your Lord? I do. Will you who witness these vows do all in your power to support these persons in their life in Christ? We will. Let us join with those who are committing themselves to Christ and renew our own baptismal covenant. 6

7 The Baptismal Covenant Do you believe in God the Father? I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of the bread, and in the prayers? I will, with God's help. Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord? I will, with God's help. Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ? I will, with God's help. Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself? I will, with God's help. Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being? I will, with God's help. Prayers for the Candidates Deacon Let us now pray for Georgia who is to receive the Sacrament of new birth. Deliver her, O Lord, from the way of sin and death. Lord, hear our prayer. Deacon Open her heart to your grace and truth. Lord, hear our prayer. Deacon Fill her with your holy and life-giving Spirit. Lord, hear our prayer. 7

8 Deacon Deacon Deacon Deacon Keep her in the faith and communion of your holy Church. Lord, hear our prayer. Teach her to love others in the power of the Spirit. Lord, hear our prayer. Send her into the world in witness to your love. Lord, hear our prayer. Bring her to the fullness of your peace and glory. Lord, hear our prayer. Grant, O Lord, that all who are baptized into the death of Jesus Christ your Son may live in the power of his resurrection and look for him to come again in glory; who lives and reigns now and forever. Amen Thanksgiving over the Water The blesses the water, first saying The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise. We thank you, Almighty God, for the gift of water. Over it the Holy Spirit moved in the beginning of creation. Through it you led the children of Israel out of their bondage in Egypt into the land of promise. In it your Son Jesus received the baptism of John and was anointed by the Holy Spirit as the Messiah, the Christ, to lead us, through his death and resurrection, from the bondage of sin into everlasting life. We thank you, Father, for the water of Baptism. In it we are buried with Christ in his death. By it we share in his resurrection. Through it we are reborn by the Holy Spirit. Therefore in joyful obedience to your Son, we bring into his fellowship those who come to him in faith, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. At the following words, the touches the water Now sanctify this water, we pray you, by the power of your Holy Spirit, that those who here are cleansed from sin and born again may continue for ever in the risen life of Jesus Christ our Savior. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen. The Baptism The candidates are presented by name to the, who pours water upon, the candidate, saying Georgia, I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. All Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy Spirit you have bestowed upon these your servants the forgiveness of sin, and have raised them to the new life of grace. Sustain them, O Lord, in your Holy Spirit. Give them an inquiring and discerning heart, the courage to will and to persevere, a spirit to know and to love you, and the gift of joy and wonder in all your works. Amen. 8

9 Deacon Georgia, you are sealed by the Holy Spirit in Baptism and marked as Christ's own for ever. Amen. The Candidates are presented with a lit baptismal candle, saying Receive the light of Christ. Let us welcome the newly baptized. We receive you into the household of God. Confess the faith of Christ crucified, proclaim his resurrection, and share with us in his eternal priesthood. The Peace The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you. Please sit Greetings and Announcements Offertory Let us walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God. We make our lives a living offering, that God s kingdom may come here on earth, in Chicago, as it is in heaven. Offertory The Apple Tree K. Lee Scott The tree of life my soul hath seen, laden with fruit, and always green, the trees of nature fruitless be compared with Christ the apple tree. His beauty doth all things excel: by faith I know, but ne'er can tell the glory which I now can see in Jesus Christ the apple tree. For happiness I long have sought and pleasure dearly I have bought: I missed of all; but now I see 'tis found in Christ the apple tree. I'm weary with my former toil, here I will sit and rest awhile: under the shadow I will be, of Jesus Christ the apple tree. This fruit doth make my soul to thrive, it keeps my dying faith alive; which makes my soul in haste to be with Jesus Christ the apple tree. Anonymous The Doxology TALLIS CANON 9

10 The Holy Communion The Lord be with you. And also with you. 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: Hymn S-129 Sanctus & Benedictus William Mathias 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. 10

11 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. 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. F or thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. The Breaking of the Bread and Invitation to Communion We break this bread to share in the Body of Christ. We who are many are one Body, for we all share in the one Bread. Fraction Anthem - Hymn 867 Communion Hymn 309 O food to pilgrims given O WELT, ICH MUSS DICH LASSEN O food to pilgrims given, O bread of life from heaven, O manna from on high! We hunger; Lord, supply us, nor thy delights deny us, whose hearts to thee draw nigh. O stream of love past telling, O purest fountain, welling from out the Savior's side! We faint with thirst; revive us, of thine abundance give us, and all we need provide. O Jesus, by thee bidden, we here adore thee, hidden in forms of bread and wine. Grant when the veil is risen, we may behold, in heaven, thy countenance divine. Please stand. Post-Communion Prayer Let us pray. Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now in the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen. 11

12 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. Blessing of the Backpacks Please stand Blessing May the Lord bless you and keep you; may the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Hymn 473, vv 1-2 Led on their way by this triumphant sign Dismissal Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. Thanks be to God. Please remain standing as the clergy recess. Voluntary Psalm 19 Benedetto Marcello MUSIC PERMISSIONS Service music, used by permission of Church Hymnal Corporation Gloria in excelsis Deo, by permission of GIA Publications, Inc. Serving today The Choir: Christina Pecce, Luke Lemmeier, Charles Cooney, Mark Haddad Roger D. Stanley Associate Organist This morning we begin a new musical era in our 9:00 A.M. Eucharist with the addition of three new choristers. Our new quartet will give us wonderful musical support and open new possibilities for music at this service. We invite you to say hello and welcome these new choristers. 12 Ushers - Brian Quinlan, Geoffrey Euston Acolyte - Naomi Smedley Reader - Ella Smedley Lay Eucharistic Minister - Maureen Maher-Pendry

13 Notes and Announcements Retreat: Interrupting the Silence October 20, 2018, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saint Chrysostom's and our partner parish, Messiah- St. Bartholomew, are co-hosting a joint retreat called Interrupting the Silence. Our goal is to get to know one another more deeply as people of faith; share our stories, and to be reminded of God s command to us to Break the Silence. The retreat will take place at St. Paul and the Redeemer, at 4945 S. Dorcester. There is no cost to attend, but we do suggest a $10 donation for lunch. You are also encouraged to order your own copy of the book before the retreat: Command-Speak/dp/ Please RVSP by October 17: Lydia@saintc.org, , or messiahstbarth@comcast.net When Home Won't Let You Stay By James A. Bowey, Artist in Residence October 1-December 31 This fall and winter, documentary artist James A. Bowey will be Saint Chrysostom s Artist in Residence. James will present his poignant traveling exhibit about refugees in America, as well as community programs about the refugee crisis. whenhomewontletyoustay.org What is an Artist-in-Residence and why here? An artist-in-residence is a member of the local art community in Chicago. We are partnering with artists whose work is intended to engage with the public in public spaces instead of sitting in a protected gallery. Visual art has the potential to bring the sacred out of the church sanctuary and into the world. And the church has the potential to bring the secular world into the sacred space of a worshipping community. In the office: staffing change Administrative Assistant Lydia Munroe will be leaving St. C's at the end of September. Lydia joined the church staff in March of 2017 and has become an integral part of Parish life. We're sad to see her go, but she's off on her next big adventure: a year of living and working in New Zealand. Our blessings go with her! Around the neighborhood Two local CPS locations, Ogden and Jenner have merged this fall after a long period of planning story.html Saint C s upcoming events calendar Food Drive for Lakeview Pantry..9/16-10/14 WOSC Toast to Fall.. 9/18 First Day of Sunday School..9/23 YoPro Brunch n Bible...9/23 Concert: Jason Moy & Friends...9/28 Day School Convocation & Installment of Judy Caraher...9/30 Celebration for MaryEllen Christy...10/5 Blessing of the Animals & First Sunday Supper...10/7 Open House Chicago...10/13-14 Harvest Festival...10/13 13

14 Upcoming Events Carillon Recital TODAY, 4 p.m. Our music season opens with a festive concert as our resident Carillonneur plays! Kim will play the premiere of a newly commissioned work by Kevin Michael Kay in celebration of our 125th Anniversary Year, as well as other works for the carillon. Join us in our courtyard for this sparkling program! Food Drive for Lakeview Pantry September 16-October 14 Our annual parish food drive for Lakeview Food Pantry will start in September and run for five Sundays, concluding with a blessing of the collection at our Harvest Eucharist on October 14 th. Collection bins will be set up in the Narthex and at the front of the Sanctuary. You will also be able drop your donations off at the Parish Office during the week. Vestry Hospitality September 23 & 30, 10:00 a.m. Earlier this year, the St. Chrys Vestry began a spiritually grounded training program. As a result, our Vestry has created a culture of collaboration, spiritual reflection, and open sharing. We want to take this experience and culture into the parish and get to know our fellow parishioners even better. On September 23 and 30, Vestry members will be hosting small group discussions at the 10 a.m. hour and at noon. Sign-up sheets will be available at Kick-Off Sunday (September 16), and online. We want to be an open, welcoming Vestry who you feel you know. Stay tuned for details! Sweeter than Roses September 28, 7:30 p.m. Experience the unparalleled beauty and unbridled emotion of the worlds by Peri, Monteverdi, Strozzi, Purcell, Hayden, and others. Soprano Hannah De Priest is joined by Michael Pecak on fortepiano, Jason J. Moy on harpsichord, and special guest Deborah Fox of Pegasus Early Music on theorbo and baroque guitar. National Episcopal Schools Celebration September the 9 a.m. service This event celebrates the ministry of the nearly 1,200 Episcopal schools and early childhood education programs throughout the National Episcopal Church. NESC is the time to give thanks and to proclaim to our community and parish the good news that is our school! Each year, NESC highlights a different aspect of Episcopal school identity and mission through the event's theme. This year, the theme is Learn to Do Right, Seek Justice, Defend the Oppressed. We will also commission our new Day School Headmistress, Judy Caraher! Celebration of Mary Ellen Christy October 5, 5-87 p.m., Racquet Club The full Church and Day School community is invited to join us for a cocktail reception to honor the work and legacy of Day School Founding Headmistress Mary Ellen Christy. There is no cost to attend, but an RSVP is required. Please RSVP to the Day School at dayschooloffice@stchrysds.org. Blessing of the Animals & First Sunday Supper October 7, 4:00 p.m and 6:00 p.m. Our Saint Francis of Assisi Pet Blessing will take place on October 7 at 4:00 p.m. in the courtyard! Animals of all types are welcome for this annual prayer and blessing. 14 YoPro Brunch n Bible September 23, 12:30 p.m. Our Young Professionals group will meet for their first fall event on Sunday, 23 rd at LG s Bar in Old Town. We ll head over just after the 11 a.m. service and talk about what it is to be a Christian leader in the workplace. For more details, check out our website: Saintc.org, or call the office at At 6:00 p.m. that evening, our October First Sunday Supper will take place. The dinner is hosted by WOSC (members, look for an e-vite to volunteer coming your way soon!). Open House Chicago & Harvest Fest October 13 & 14, various times We are thrilled to be part of OHC this year! OHC will overlap with our Harvest Fest. More details on the next page!

15 October Food Pantry Drive 5 Celebration of Mary Ellen 7 Blessing of the Animals First Sunday Supper 10 My Block, My Hood, My City Open House Chicago Stroller Parade to Lincoln Park Harvest Festival & Eucharist 14 YoPros Brunch n Bible 16 Neighbors in Need 18 New Tax Law and Estate Planning 19 Parents' Night Out Basketball & Bible Study 20 Retreat: Interrupting the Silence 21 Youth Lucky Strike 27 Holiday Flower Workshop 28 Bishop Visitation 30 Concert: Thomas Ospital 31 Tots Goudy Square November 4 First Sunday Supper 6 WOSC Ornament making 7 Newberry Library Tour 11 In Flanders Field Concert: Schuller and Bruns Day School Holiday Faire Diocesan Convention 18 the AIC: Prayer December 2 Holiday Re-gifting/Bake Sale Advent Wreath making Lessons and Carols First Sunday Supper 7 Candlelight Carols Save the date for fall events! Open House Chicago 10/13, 9-5 and 10/14, 1-5 p.m. Open House Chicago will conduct tours of our Sanctuary during their Architecture Festival for We are thrilled to have this opportunity to expand our visibility within Chicago! Harvest Festival 10/13, 5 p.m. Our annual Harvest Festival features pie, dancing, a bonfire, s'mores, and more! Bishop Visitation, 10/28 Bishop Lee will preach, and perform baptism, confirmation, & reaffirmation rites. There will be a reception after services. Concert: Thomas Ospital 10/30, 7:30 p.m. We are honored to host Thomas Ospital, an up and coming organ super star. A reception will follow. Parents' Night Out w/ Basketball and Bible Study 10/19, 5:00 p.m. Drop the kids off for a movie (for the littles) or basketball and enjoy a simple dinner with other St. C's parents. Stroller walk to Lincoln Park 10/13, 11:30 a.m. Walk to Fall the Zoo! Gather in the courtyard before enjoying fun fall activities! Newberry Library Tour 11/7, 5:30 p.m. An all-parish tour of the Newberry Library s World s Fair exhibit, followed by a cocktail reception hosted by WOSC. Schuller and Bruns, 11/11, 7:00 p.m. Erica & Scott sing a program of French and Italian cantatas by Rameau, Clérambault, Handel & Vivaldi In Flanders Field, 11/11, 3:00 p.m. Poetry and music of the Great War This event will reflect upon and celebrate the Armistice of World War I. Featuring readings, music, and a reception. 15

16 Formation Adult Forum, Fall 2018 This fall s forum comes in two parts: a short series in September on the history of Saint Chrysostom s, followed by a six-week program focusing on vocation. September - October 9 The Second Sixty Years Dorothy Ramm 16 The Day School: Then, and Now Mary Ellen Christy 23 When Home Won't Let You Stay James Bowey, Artist in Residence 30 Chicago Architecture Trends of 1893 John Craib-Cox 7 Architecture of Saint Chrysostom s John Craib-Cox October 14 November 18 Life as Ministry: Recognizing & Celebrating One s Vocation Led by the Rev. Dr. Sam Portaro, Theologian-in-Residence Who am I and why am I here? There is abundant commission for a church who, through its scattered members and their varied gifts, extends the compelling love of God to the farthest reaches. Vocational discernment isn t just how the institutional church finds its ordained leadership. Vocational discernment is the most basic and essential expression of a meaningful life and the church's mission. This conversational series aims to encourage a renewed commitment to the ageless Christian discipline of vocational discernment as the foundation of all ministry, a discipline and responsibility of all the baptized, individually and collectively. Participants are encouraged to read the first four chapters of Sam s book, Transforming Vocation, for the first session. To sign up, contact the Parish Office. X X X X X X X X X X X Saint Chrysostom s Book Club The Saint Chrysostom s Book Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m., September-May, in the North Room. Watch the bulletin and the Beehive for the current month s selection and a brief description. Here are this year s books: Ø Love in the Time of Cholera Gabriel Garcia Marquez Ø Fall of Giants: Book One of the Century Trilogy - Ken Follett Ø Lincoln in the Bardo - George Saunders Ø News of the World - Paulette Jiles Ø Everything is Illuminated - Jonathan Safran Foer Ø Manhattan Beach - Jennifer Egan Ø Longbourn - Jo Baker Ø Pride and Prejudice - Jane Austen Ø Murray Bay: The Gilded Age Resort of Tafts, Sedgwicks, Blakes, Minturns, and Their Friends -Judy C. Bross What is Rev. Wes Reading? The Reverend Wes Smedley is sharing his summer reading list! Take a peek at his selections: The Souls of Black Folk, by W.E.B. DuBois A History of the World in Seven Cheap Things: A Guide to Capitalism, Nature, and the Future of the Planet, by Raj Patel & Jason W. Moore Devotional Reading: The Life With God Bible, New Revised Standard Version, ed. Richard J. Foster, Walter Brueggemann, Eugene H. Peterson The Daily Office: 16

17 Parish and Community Engagement Stewardship update As of Wednesday, September 6 we have received $788, in pledges and annual gifts towards our Stewardship goal of $900,000 for This from a total of 206 pledges compared to our goal of 245. We are just $111, away from our stewardship goal. If you have not already pledged or made an annual gift, please join us in supporting the programs and ministries of St. Chrysostom s Church in Contact the Rector wes@saintc.org for more information on how make a pledge or an annual gift. Donations Needed During the fall and winter seasons, our Neighbors in Need program has a high need for donation of warm weather clothing. Our guests need sweaters, coats, hats, gloves, boots, socks, and other items to help protect them from the cold. Items can be brought to the church on Sundays, or dropped off at the parish office during the week between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Women of St Chrysostom's are collecting for their Re-gifting sale! All proceeds from the sale go towards WOSC's outreach programming. Re-gifting items will be accepted up until the days before the sale. Start looking in your gift closets for appropriate donations. Remember, these items must be new and preferably in the original packaging. Donations can be dropped off at the parish office during the week between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. 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 ( , Lydia@saintc.org), or contact any of our clergy members Here are some resources Natl Suicide Hotline: Natl Domestic Violence Hotline: National Sexual Assault Hotline: Chicago Rape Crises Hotline: Cathedral Counseling Center in Chicago: Vestry Nominating Committee The Vestry nominating committee has been formed and has begun the process of discerning the vestry nominations. Our next meeting will be October 26th. Prior to that meeting, we would be happy to receive recommendations from the parish for the new members of the vestry. They can be sent to any of the committee members (Susanna Craib-Cox - chair, Kevin Matzke, Anne Driscoll, Patty Lane, Jim Neaylon, Janet Russo, Ian Fielding, Judy Caraher, and Rev. Wes Smedley). We look forward to hearing from you. Back by popular demand! Given the New Tax Law, Are Estate Planning & Charitable Giving (Really) Dead? Oct 18 at 6-7:30, The Raquet Club This is the second in a series of workshops on charitable estate planning. Topic covered will include The elimination of federal estate and gift taxes for 99% of Americans. The re-emergence of split-interest gifts as key planning tools for high-net-worth individuals. The role of planned gifts in a capital campaigns. How can Baby Boomers balance personal and philanthropic priorities through blended gifts? The workshop will be presented by Charles Slamar, JD, LLM, FCEP. Charlie is vice president, Thompson & Associates, a founding members and two-time past president of the Chicago Council on Planned Giving, and 2011 recipient of the council's Russell V. Kohr Memorial Award for Excellence in Planned Giving. RSVP to Fran Caan, Director of Advancement, (312) x225, Fran@saintc.org

18 Volunteers Needed - Get connected and 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: Questions? Contact Ian Fielding, Ministry Coordinator ianrfielding@saintc.org 18

19 Capital Campaign Updates and News Exciting news! We have completed a new Day School/Sunday School classroom! A note from Headmistress Judy Caraher: "The Day School is happy to report the successfully completed conversion of one of the Sunday School classrooms to a beautifully equipped classroom that will accommodate 11 of our Full Day Fours students. We are happy to have a growing enrollment that has required us to expand to meet the demand of our families." We remain deeply grateful to the many members who have stepped up with Leadership Gifts in support of the Campaign. While we have $7.5 million to go, we cannot contain our excitement! A successful campaign will mean more functional and missional space for outreach programs; expanded Day School classrooms, programs and scholarships; and stewardship of our historical and aging building. With God s blessing and your participation, this is possible. Completed tuck-pointing and masonry repairs on exterior envelope We ask that you give prayerful thought to how you can help ensure our success. Please take our calls and accept our invitations to discuss our plans. We want you to participate in a way that feels most meaningful to you and your family. Questions? Please contact: Fran Caan, Advancement Director or Mary Ellen Christy, Founding Headmistress, The Day School The new Day School/Sunday School 19 classroom, expanding our student capacity.

20 ST. CHRYSOSTOM'S CHURCH AND DAY SCHOOL STAFF The Rev. Wes Smedley, Rector 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 The Rev. Jihan B. Murray-Smith, Director of Youth Ministries & Day School Chaplin Mr. Will Bouvel, Director of Children s Ministries The Rev. Larry A. Green, Deacon Mr. Roger D. Stanley, Associate Organist Mr. Ian Fielding, Ministry Coordinator & Verger Ms. Lydia Munroe, Administrative Assistant Ms. Christina Pecce, Cantor 9 a.m. Eucharist Mr. Don Junious, Sexton Mr. Alonzo Hardy, Porter THE VESTRY OF ST. CHRYSOSTOM S CHURCH Kevin Matzke, Senior Warden Anne Driscoll, Junior Warden John Bankhurst, 2020 Jonathan Boyer, 2020 Susanna Craib-Cox, 2019 Geoffrey Euston, 2020 Anne Geraghty Helms, 2022 Katie Heaton, 2022 Patty Lane, 2019 Jim Neaylon, 2019 Felicia Norwood, 2021 Brian Odom, 2022 Brian Quinlan, 2021 Hayden Rhudy, 2021 Richard W. Shepro, Chancellor Lindsay Roberts, Clerk THE STAFF OF ST. CHRYSOSTOM S DAY SCHOOL Pam Larsen, Finance/Communications/Admissions Kacky Fetzer, Development/Communications/Admissions Tots Kate Snow, Lead Teacher Anne Gordon, Teacher Sarah Allen, Teacher Full Day JK Megan Yorath, Teacher Maggie Holzrichter Teacher Michelle Lau, Teacher Erin Reitz, Asst. Teacher Susan Gardaphe, Asst. Teacher, afternoon Preschool Amy Kaplan, Lead Teacher Alexa Robinson, Teacher Cinnie Siragusa, Teacher Lindsay Trainer, Teacher Susan Gardaphe, Teacher Asst. Teachers Madeline Guarino, Alee Kolbus, Jasmin Dahm 4s/Junior Kindergarten Rosemary Hopper, Teacher Gail Bolton, Assistant Teacher Full Day 4 s Amy Collins, Teacher Kathleen McGann, Assistant Teacher StChrysChicagod