Weekly Meditation

“What we do not nourish within ourselves cannot exist in the world around us because we are its microcosm.”

Joan Chittister, in Illuminated Life: Monastic Wisdom for Seekers of Light.

 Announcements

HACoB is again teaming with Polo CoB in a growing project for the Food Resource Bank, hoping to raise $2000 to grow 40 acres of soybeans. Sponsor a half-acre parcel for $25 – sign up in the narthex. Make checks out to HACoB and designate them for the Polo Growing Project.

"Sabbatical" is derived from "Sabbath," meaning to abstain from work, which is derived from "Sabbat," meaning to rest. As a congregation, we can honor Joel and Donna by allowing them to abstain from their work here at Highland Avenue, and get the rest and renewal they truly deserve. If you have pastoral concerns, please direct them to the church office, Pastor Audrey, your deacons or myself during the next three months. Thank you. - Roger Anna, Church Board Chair

Heifer International talk at York Center.  Join York Center CoB for a special presentation about Heifer International, by Guatemala staff Rob Cahill, on Tuesday, September 7, at 7 pm at 1S071 Luther Ave. in Lombard.

Spirited Sisters will gather on Sunday, 9/12 from 7-9pm at Noelle Dulabaum-Bohrer’s home for a campfire; snacks are provided. HACoB sisters and friends of all ages are welcome. Call Noelle with questions or for directions.

District Hearings.  Annual Conference has called on all districts of the Church to hold listening sessions regarding the Statement of Confession and Commitment and the Query from Northern Indiana regarding Same Sex Covenantal Relationships.  Our session will be held at the York Center Church of the Brethren on Sunday, September 19 at 3:00 P.M.  This is a chance to share your feelings and convictions as well as have your voice heard; summaries of conversation will be sent to Standing Committee for consideration as they make their recommendation to the 2011 Annual Conference.  Our Standing Committee delegate, Ed Garrison, will provide leadership at the session. A “cold” potluck meal will follow the meeting at 5 p.m. Please bring salads or sandwiches to share. Beverages, utensils, and plates will be provided. The church is located at 1S071 Luther Avenue, Lombard, IL  60148 (phone 630-627-741).

2010 IL/WI District Conference forms are out and available – copies to take can be found in the red pocket folder in the narthex. This year’s conference is happening Nov. 5-7 in Shannon, IL (Cherry Grove and Yellow Creek CoB).

  COFFEE HOUSE CONCERTS ARE BACK!

Highland Avenue CoffeeHouse Concerts presents an exiting fall series line up which will be held monthly and this year has switched to Friday evenings from 7 to 9 pm.

September 17th--Our fist concert will be New Orleans champion cajun fiddler/singer-songwriter Gina Forsyth   A wonderful musician who's songs are poignant and heartfelt.  www.Ginaforsyth.com

October 15th--Guitar/Vocal/fiddle duo and Brethren Story and Songfestival favorites Patti Ecker and Louise Brodie with their blend of acoustic folk, swing and celtic music.  www.myspace.com/pattieckerandlouisebrodie

November12th--We are priveledged to present the fabulous folk duo Small Potatoes with their energetic blend of everything from Celtic to Cowboy, country blues and swing to Irish. A wonderfully entertaining duo. smallpotoesmusic.com

Come and enjoy a night out of wonderful music in a warm intimate setting. coffee, tea and refreshments served.
There is no admission fee but we do ask for donations to help support these talented musicians.

September 12, 2010

9:30am: Worship

Scripture:Luke 18:15-17

Sermon: "A Family Church "

Pastor Audrey deCoursey preaching

10:30 am: Fellowship Time

10:50/11am: Sunday school for children & adults