Fully Alive!

DISCIPLESHIP HOUR KICK OFF: HOW IS GOD INVITING YOU TO GROW CLOSER TO HIM THIS FALL?
Celebrate with us! Last Sunday we had over 40 leaders helping around 100 people make meaningful connections and grow closer to Jesus. How is God inviting you to grow closer to Him this Fall? Discipleship Hour, Sundays from 10am-11am launched last week but IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN IN AND GET CONNECTED. To see the full list of what’s available for kids and adults open your Church Center App and Click MORE at the bottom. OR…

• For Nursery, St Peter Kids Ministry, Middle and High School Youth Group Click HERE
• To see opportunities for adults Click HERE
• Check out the discipleship board in the Living Room or Life Center lobby

WORSHIP ON THE LAWN 9/27 at 4:00 pm
Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 27th! As part of our Homecoming celebration, we’ll gather for a special Worship on the Lawn at 4:00 PM. After the service, stay and enjoy a hot dog and brat dinner, what a great way to wrap up a fun weekend together! This will replace our normal Saturday 5:00 pm service.

What if one evening a month you could refresh your soul and make a meaningful connection with other women? You’re Invited to the Grace & Gather Kick-Off Celebration! Tuesday, September 23 | 6:30–8:00 PM St Peter Life Center

Gather with women from all ages and stages of life as we build meaningful relationships with each other and grow closer to Jesus. Bring your Bible and a friend. Come join us for a night of connection, encouragement, and laughter as we launch a brand new season of Grace & Gather. What to Expect:
• Making new friends and reconnecting with old friends
• BBQ Dinner Provided
• A short time in God’s Word
• Conversation and laughter

Whether you're new or returning, this is the perfect night to jump in and find your place. Bring a friend and let’s start this journey together, growing in grace, gathering in community. No need to RSVP. Save the Dates for the 2024–2025 Season: October 28, December 2 – Advent Gathering, January 27, February 24, March 17, April 28, June 2

CONFIRMATION STUDENTS, PLEASE REGISTER BY 9/26!
We will celebrate Confirmation Sunday at all 3 worship services on Sunday, October 26.. If you have a freshman or high school student making their Confirmation this fall, please register HERE. Registration opened on 9/5, and responses are needed 9/26. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Allison Gill or call the front office at (847) 259-4114.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – MONDAYS AT 4:30 PM
Are you interested in gathering intentionally around God’s Word with other women and growing as a hungry follower of Jesus? Our Women’s Bible Study begins Monday, September 15, meeting from 4:30–6:00 PM in the Life Center. (We hope this time works well for those finishing work or school while still leaving your evening free.)

This fall we’ll be using The Promised One: Seeing Jesus in Genesis by Nancy Guthrie. Through ten weeks of personal study, video teaching, and group discussion, we’ll see how the book of Genesis points us to Christ—discovering Him in the people, promises, and patterns of the Old Testament. Together we’ll explore how the gospel speaks into our lives, addressing shame, fear, security, and our longing for what is to come.

Joining with other women to share life, faith, questions, and encouragement in Christ has been one of the most meaningful parts of my time at St. Peter. I pray you’ll join us on this journey and experience that same blessing. For questions or to join email erdfive@sbcglobal.net.

PADS TO BEGIN IN OCTOBER AT OUR SAVIOUR’S
A new season of PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) begins Monday, October 6, and runs Mondays through April. Our Saviour’s will be the only Monday night site, serving 50–60 guests each week, so volunteers are essential!
• Returning volunteers: Sign up HERE
• New volunteers: Attend training on Wednesday, October 1. Register HERE

Trained 16–17 year olds may volunteer with a trained parent until 8:30 p.m. Shifts include serving meals, overnight staffing, and cleanup.

Not trained? You can still help! Provide food by cooking a dish, donating ingredients, or picking up food.

Special thanks to Popeyes Chicken (Palatine) and Anderson Frontier Soup for their faithful food donations, and to all who helped with Summer Suppers—our best season yet! Any questions about PADS? Get in touch with one of the PADS site co directors: Bruce Freier 773-656-0606 Sheryl Hilbert 847-337-9104. For any problems signing up electronically, email HERE

WILL YOU BE A MENTOR TO A CHILD IN NEED?
There are children in our community who are waiting for someone to show them they matter. Our Kids Hope mentoring program is the perfect opportunity to be that person.

We are looking for at least two more mentors to join us in building a life-changing relationship with a child. This isn't just about showing up; it's about being present, listening, and sharing the love of Jesus.

If you feel a tug on your heart to make a real difference in a child's life, please come to our kickoff meeting this Sunday, September 7th, in the Living Room after the 11:11 service. Let's work together to transform lives to look more like Jesus.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Cheryl Loughman at kidshope@fulllifeinchrist.org.

TIME TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!
THE FORGE IS HITTING THE ROAD. We’re excited for our November 13–15 Forge adventure to the Ark Encounter in Kentucky and a private tour of Boone County Distillery, plus a stop at the one-of-a-kind Jungle Jim’s International Market. To confirm your reservation, please submit your $250 payment as soon as possible before October 11th. Your payment covers round-trip charter transportation, two nights' lodging, Ark Encounter admission with buffet lunch, and a private distillery tour. (Other meals are on your own.) Spots are limited—secure yours HERE by October 11th!

PRECEPTS BIBLE STUDY BEGINS THIS WEEKEND!
Our journey officially begins this weekend, Sunday, September 14, from 10:00 - 11:00 am in the Boardroom, as we open the book of Deuteronomy together. We would love for you to join us as we learn, grow, and encourage one another in God’s Word!

SHARE YOUR PERSONAL REFLECTIONS AND STORIES ABOUT GENEROSITY
Our Inspiration Team for the new Capital Campaign Firm Foundations, Faithful Future would love to hear from you! We are gathering personal reflections and stories about generosity—how you’ve seen it, experienced it, or been shaped by it.

Just a short paragraph or two is all it takes. Generosity of time, talents, and treasures has been a hallmark of St. Peter for generations. We stand firmly on the foundation laid by those before us and now look ahead to carrying that legacy into the future.

Eventually, we’d like to compile these stories into a small booklet to inspire our St. Peter family. Here are a few prompts that may help you get started:

What does generosity mean to you?
When did you first learn about generosity?
Have you ever been blessed by the generosity of others?
How have you experienced God’s blessing as you shared with others?
How does being generous make you feel?

Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences. Together, your stories will help encourage and inspire our church family as we prayerfully look to the future—continuing to lead people to a full life in Christ.

In His Service,
Linda and Brittany Koester
lusc18@comcast.net | bkoester16@gmail.com

NOW HIRING
Discipleship & Worship Administrative Support Position
We are looking for someone to join our team! Are you (or someone you know) the person God has in mind to help worship and discipleship continue to grow? Learn more about the position and requirements HERE

We are also interviewing candidates for a Director of Admissions, Building Attendant, Maintenance Technician, and school Extended Care staff. https://www.fulllifeinchrist.org/employment

Come to the chapel of the Lutheran Home, 800 W. Oakton, Arlington Heights, on Friday, September 19, for a fantastic sale of used and new items, including jewelry, glassware, collectibles, Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas décor, baked goods, linens, craft materials and household items. All priced to sell! Proceeds benefit the residents of the Lutheran Home. Sales are just one of the services the Auxiliary provides for the residents of Lutheran Home Community. Won’t you join us in this giving and fun ministry? Even if you are working during the day, there are ways to serve. Call Barbara Morton, 847.749.3609 or email Lutheranhomeauxiliary@gmail.com if interested in learning more about the Lutheran Home Auxiliary.

PURCHASE WORSHIP FLOWERS

ST. PETER FINANCIAL REPORTS

GIFT PLANNING
We can face competing priorities when we think about planning our estates someday. A big decision about estate gifts centers on whether they should be given all at once or spread over time. If inheritance is to be all at once, it can easily be given by bequests from a will or trust, or even through a beneficiary designation. If it should be spread over time, that might signal a great opportunity for a charitable trust to spread inheritance over up to 20 years, using those same 20 years to create a charitable gift as well. Our Christian Gift Planning Counselor can help you see clear pathways. Contact Ray Pagels at his cell: 847-226-2262 or raymondpagels1@gmail.com

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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