Fully Alive!

Our former school band director Mr. G (Howard Gorecki) will once again be returning this Saturday, July 18, with his crowd-favorite band "SwitchTime Jazz" to play an extended concert after the Worship on the Lawn service. Bring a picnic and maybe even your dancing shoes for an evening of toe-tapping tunes.
In case of inclement weather, this service and concert will be moved inside to the Life Center.

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP THIS WEEKEND AS WE BEGIN OUR NEW SERIES, KNOWING GOD
Knowing God—that’s what we were made for. Knowing God—that’s life’s greatest goal. Knowing God—that’s why the Scriptures were written. Knowing God—that’s what the Holy Spirit empowers in people like us. Only knowing God can give deep pleasure and abiding joy. Hence, the prophet Hosea invites, “Let us know, let us press on to know the LORD.” (Hosea 6:3)

Interest in theology and knowledge about God, along with the capacity to think clearly and talk correctly about Christian doctrine is important, yet it is not the same as knowing God intimately. Knowing God implies a relationship, a personal rapport, a fervent and increasing eagerness to spend time with the Creator, Redeemer and Sanctifier. To that end, this series will help us know God more by looking closely at 8 of His attributes or characteristics as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. In fact, we know Him most fully through His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

PLEASE SAVE YOUR SMALL & MEDIUM BOXES
Over the next week or two, if you receive any deliveries or have any small to medium-sized boxes (such as Amazon shipping boxes or printer paper boxes), would you please save them? They will be used to help with packing items for a church member's estate sale.

Please do not bring the boxes to St. Peter just yet. We simply ask that you hold onto them for now. We'll send another email in the next week or two with details on when and where to drop them off.

Thank you for helping support a member of our church family in this practical way. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

HELP US SUPPORT JEHOVAH/GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY!
For over 20 years, St. Peter has partnered with Jehovah/Good Shepherd Christian Academy (3740 W. Belden, Chicago) to help provide much needed school supplies-and we're doing it again this year! Can you help? Their current needs include:
Pink erasers, white erasers, 5" binders, plastic sheets for binders, compasses for math, protractors for math, watercolor markers, glue guns with extra glue for teachers, copy paper, and sidewalk chalk. Any other school supplies of your choice would also be appreciated.
If you would like to help, but prefer not to shop for the supplies, a Walmart gift card would be helpful for purchasing the extra supplies that they need.

Drop-off Dates: July 18-August 9
Where: Donation boxes in the Living Room

Your generosity will make a real difference in the lives of students and teachers. Thank you! Questions? Contact Patsy & Paul Crawford at 847-848-0264 or pacpcc11@comcast.net.

COURAGEOUS STORYTELLERS

Hello, my name is Henry Baylor and I have been going to Saint Peter since 5th grade. In Luke 10:2 Jesus says, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” This reminds me that there are so many people who still need to hear about God’s love, but not enough people who are willing to step out and share it. It challenges me to think about how I can be one of those workers who helps bring others closer to Christ. Jesus sent His followers out “two by two” and told them, “Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves” (Luke 10:3). To me, that shows how following Him takes courage, faith, and a willingness to step out of our comfort zones. Even though the disciples couldn’t take extra supplies or money with them, Jesus promised that God would provide everything they needed. That teaches me to rely on God, even when I don’t have all the answers or when things feel uncertain. When I choose to bring peace, kindness, and encouragement to others—just like Jesus instructed His followers—I’m helping share the message that “the kingdom of God has come near.” This passage encourages me to be bold in my faith, to look for ways to serve and help others, and to trust that God is with me wherever I go. It reminds me that I don’t have to be perfect or have everything planned out; I just need to be willing to go where God sends me and let Him work through me.

SUMMER SUPPERS AT OUR SAVIOUR'S
The Simmer Supper program, helping those struggling to buy groceries, has been helping an average of 50 guests on each night. We have served a variety of delicious meals ranging from grilled burgers, enchiladas, donated chicken from Popeyes in Palatine, donated sweets and bread from Jarosch Bakery, fruit, green salads and homemade sweets. Two more Summer Suppers remain: Wednesday, August 5 • Wednesday, September 2

Volunteer spots remain to provide side dishes, beverages, desserts, ingredients for bag lunches, dinner set up and assembly. Click HERE to sign up for a spot! No training is required!

PADS
The PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) program will resume in October. Two PADS training sessions are scheduled at Our Saviour Lutheran Church for new PADS volunteers and those who wish to start volunteering again after a few years absence. Join us on Wednesday, September 16 or Tuesday, October 20 both starting at 7:00pm. Please register in advance for a training session so we can notify you in advance in case of a change in location, time or date. Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/ESPBfFp

The sign up link to volunteer for PADS shifts will be available in late August or early September. Volunteers who have helped with PADS or Summer Suppers in the past will receive an email with the link to sign up. Watch for it!
The PADS leadership team at OSLC hopes to welcome returning volunteers and many new volunteers when PADS resumes at Our Saviour’s in October! Please plan to volunteer for this vitally needed social ministry program! For further information or any questions about PADS or Summer Suppers, contact one of the OSLC site co directors: Bruce Freier 773-656-0606 Sheryl Hilbert 847-337-9104. Any problems signing up electronically, send an email to oslcpadsvoldirector@gmail.com

PURCHASE WORSHIP FLOWERS

ST. PETER FINANCIAL REPORTS

TRANSFER THE BLESSING
Your Legacy of Life: Recently, we celebrated the birthday of our nation. We hope for its legacy to be passed down to future generations. But what does that mean? Our culture today seems to be obsessed with passing on legacies. Do legacies construct good things, or do we simply want to be remembered? Are you preparing a legacy with your estate plan? Your LCMS Foundation Associate Gift Planning Counselor can help you think that through. Contact Ray Pagels at raymondpagels1@gmal.com or his cell 847-226-2262.

COMMUNITY • EMPOWERING • BOLDNESS • JOY

Mission: Leading People To A Full Life In Christ
I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10

Vision: Seeing Lives And Communities Transformed As We Become More Like Jesus
And we all… are being transformed into His image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18

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