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“School’s Out for Summer” Alice Cooper’s song… I remember hearing it play on the school’s announcement system on the last day when the final dismissal bell would ring. Sometimes I would sing with it. Oh to see all the excitement that summer break brought to all the students…or so I thought in my earlier years in the school system. For so many young people, summer break isn’t one of vacation destinations, slipping and sliding in your back yard, going to the pool, sitting on your porch and having a lemonade relaxing, going to a barbeque or picnic, enjoying time with family and friends. No unfortunately for many school age students summer is about wondering when and where your next meal is coming from, where you can stay and be safe from the elements as well as the neighborhood, where you would be sleeping that evening and so much more that we the fortunate can’t even fathom. With retirement just a few short weeks away, I am reminded how blessed my life has been. Sure I have had a few stumbles along this path that I call Anna’s Life, but I always knew that I had a bed to sleep in, and that the only way I wouldn’t be eating a meal is out of choice…one that I made. If it was too hot outside, heck I could go inside in the air conditioning or take a jump in the pool and I really never had to worry about the safety of my neighborhood. I have been blessed to have good friends, a beautiful family, and to have Hope. I “Hope” that I will never forget all the blessings that have been bestowed upon me. I “Hope” that I can make even the smallest difference in the life of at least one young person by taking time to listen and really hear what they have to say…by giving time to pay it forward and put some hope in their life. It would be wonderful if there was lots of money that I could give to solve some of their problems but to give of myself, my time, and my talents to bring a positive change in a life is what I think is what my retirement should be about. My goal would be to do this in true fashion, for it is the spirit of love, giving, caring for others that all of you my friends have further instilled in me. School may be out for summer but vacation and relaxing is definitely not on this member’s agenda. Now is my time to “Go Make a Difference”. Anna Ahonen HOPE UCC Worship Ministry Chair 06/08/2016
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“School’s Out for Summer” Alice Cooper’s song… I remember hearing it play on the school’s announcement system on the last day when the final dismissal bell would ring. Sometimes I would sing with it. Oh to see all the excitement that summer break brought to all the students…or so I thought in my earlier years in the school system.
For so many young people, summer break isn’t one of vacation destinations, slipping and sliding in your back yard, going to the pool, sitting on your porch and having a lemonade relaxing, going to a barbeque or picnic, enjoying time with family and friends. No unfortunately for many school age students summer is about wondering when and where your next meal is coming from, where you can stay and be safe from the elements as well as the neighborhood, where you would be sleeping that evening and so much more that we the fortunate can’t even fathom.
With retirement just a few short weeks away, I am reminded how blessed my life has been. Sure I have had a few stumbles along this path that I call Anna’s Life, but I always knew that I had a bed to sleep in, and that the only way I wouldn’t be eating a meal is out of choice…one that I made. If it was too hot outside, heck I could go inside in the air conditioning or take a jump in the pool and I really never had to worry about the safety of my neighborhood. I have been blessed to have good friends, a beautiful family, and to have Hope.
I “Hope” that I will never forget all the blessings that have been bestowed upon me.
I “Hope” that I can make even the smallest difference in the life of at least one young person by taking time to listen and really hear what they have to say…by giving time to pay it forward and put some hope in their life.
It would be wonderful if there was lots of money that I could give to solve some of their problems but to give of myself, my time, and my talents to bring a positive change in a life is what I think is what my retirement should be about.
My goal would be to do this in true fashion, for it is the spirit of love, giving, caring for others that all of you my friends have further instilled in me.
School may be out for summer but vacation and relaxing is definitely not on this member’s agenda. Now is my time to “Go Make a Difference”.
Anna Ahonen HOPE UCC Worship Ministry Chair
06/08/2016
News & Notes
Any Interest in Cougars Baseball?
There is an interest sheet in the lobby for a visit to a COUGARS BASEBALL GAME! We’ve chosen two different nights in August that show promise to us, but would like to know which may draw more interest. The nights: 1) Saturday, August 13, is MINIONS NIGHT. At 4:45, the band, American English, will play their Beatles music out behind center field, the Jesse White Tumblers will perform, and fireworks after the game. 2) Saturday, August 27, is 80’s NIGHT. Before the game, the band, Hi Infidelity, will play their 80’s music, free cap giveaway, and, of course, fireworks after the game. Both games have “Run the Bases” after the game, too. Please indicate your interest and we’ll get tickets for the night that will bring the most HOPErs to the ballpark.
Thanks, Community Life Ministry
Free Friday Flick!
On Friday, June 10 at 7:30 p.m. at HOPE UCC we will be screening the 2014 movie PRIDE - PRIDE is inspired by an extraordinary true story. It’s the summer of 1984, Margaret Thatcher is in power and the National Union of Mineworkers is on strike, prompting a London-based group of gay and lesbian activists to raise money to support the strikers’ families. Initially rebuffed by the Union, the group identifies a tiny mining village in Wales and sets off to make their donation in person. As the strike drags on, the two groups discover that standing together makes for the strongest union of all. Enjoy popcorn and snacks, stay for a discussion afterwards!
Staying Connected this Summer at HOPE
Mark your calendars for all three of these fun summer events:
Event Date Time Location
Friday Flick: “Pride”
Friday, June 10 7:30 p.m. HOPE UCC
Mid-Summer Night Ice Cream Social
Thursday, July 14 6:30 p.m. Jeanne & Trott’s
Kane County Cougars Game
Saturday August 13 or 27
(Date to be Decided – Stay Tuned!)
6:30 p.m. with pre-game concert at 4:45
p.m. (American English or Hi
Infidelity)
Kane County Cougars
Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ
warmly invites you to a service of word, sacrament, and ordination for
Cindi Anna Knox
Sunday, June 12, 2016
3 p.m.
Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ
409 Center Parkway, Yorkville Illinois
630-553-7308
Clergy are invited to process with robes and red stoles.
Members in Discernment are invited to robe.
Lay people are invited to wear red as well.
A reception will follow the service.
Cindi is called to St. John's UCC, Evanston IL
RSVP to [email protected]
Our offering will go to a fund for those who are preparing for ordained ministry.
Make checks out to Illinois Conference UCC
In memo field, write FVA MID fund
Youth Outlook was founded in 1996 to provide a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for adolescents whether they identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ). Youth Outlook has grown to now offer four drop-in centers in three counties, as well as a youth leadership program, a group for transgender youth, off-site recreational activities, and mobile programming. For more information about Youth Outlook visit: www.youthoutlook.org.
Sharing Joys & Concerns
Please keep these people & events in your prayers:
Prayers for healing for my husband, who needed extensive oral surgery recently. (Anna)
Safe travels for Colin, who is to arrive home next Sunday from South Africa. It has been an amazing school year for him! (Marie & Tim)
Green Harvest Food Pantry’s financial health. They are in desperate need of funding to be able to continue operating. (Jill Hruska)
The family and friends of Marie Duddy, aunt of our good friends, Sue and Jerry. Marie, who suffered from dementia was missing for over 24 hours. She did not survive, but as her daughter said, she has now found freedom. May our prayers surround them with love and support. (Marie & Tim)
Ellen Brady and her friend, as they travel to Canada. (Mark Geiger)
My great niece, Lindsay. She graduated from high school just a few weeks after losing her father, John, in a car accident. It was a tough day for them. (Zach Jarabeck)
Thanksgiving for the continued recovery of Laurie’s dad, George Hogrewe, who is home and recovering nicely. (Sally Bice)
My sister, Katelyn Anderson, graduated from nursing school! We are hoping she finds a wonderful job worthy of her dedication and kindness. (Erin Cooley)
Celebrating Birthdays
06/20 Melody Ellsworth 06/20 Kathy Carter 06/24 Marie Higgins
If we’ve missed your birthday, please email HOPE’s Office Manager at [email protected].
HOPE’S Leadership
Pastor Lucas Grobe Moderator Jeanne Smith Des. Moderator Becky McCabe Past Moderator Marie Higgins Treasurer Laurie Hogrewe Secretary Julie Hapke Registrar Ellen Brady Community Life Mark Geiger Education Tracy Urben Pastor-Parish Tim Higgins/Jay Hruska Marketing & Communications
Position OPEN
Mission Zach Jarabeck Resource & Operations
Les Pierce
Worship Anna Ahonen Librarians Les & Jackie Pierce Photo Archive Anna Ahonen Webmaster Jenn Revoldt
ADULT QUEST is on SUMMER BREAK
Will resume on September 11, 2016.
KID’S QUEST is on SUMMER BREAK!
HOPE United Church of Christ
1701 Quincy Avenue, Suite 27 Naperville, IL 60540-6684
The Reverend Lucas Grobe
Pastor Lucas’ Cell – 720-378-2858 Pastor Lucas’ Email – [email protected]
Office Phone – 630-922-0470 Office Email – [email protected]
Website – www.sharehope.org
Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
HOPE LIBRARY
You may reserve items (books, videos or tapes) by calling HOPE’s Office
Manager at (630-922-0470) during office hours; by checking them out at HOPE UCC any time it is open; or by
calling Les & Jackie Pierce, HOPE Librarians, at (630) 369-0485.
Deadline for additions or corrections to the next issue of
HOPE Happenings is June 14, by 2 p.m.
Announcements for Sunday due by Wednesday of each week.
Thanks!
UPCOMING EVENTS @ HOPE UCC
June 10, Friday
Friday Flick – “Pride” (7:30 p.m.) Enjoy a movie with friends at HOPE UCC!
June 12, Sunday
Ministry Council Meeting (Follows Worship)
June 15, Wednesday
Explore Your Faith Breakfast (7:30 a.m.) Meets at Quincy's, 1112 E. Ogden Avenue, Naperville.
June 16, Thursday
Women Out to Lunch (Noon) Join the women of HOPE on the third Thursday of each month. Lively conversation, great food & warm fellowship is waiting for you at Giordano’s Restaurant at 119 S. Main Street, in downtown Naperville. Parking is available in the lot across from the restaurant or the Van Buren Parking Building.
June 22, Wednesday
Explore Your Faith Breakfast (7:30 a.m.) Meets at Quincy's, 1112 E. Ogden Avenue, Naperville.
June 29, Wednesday
Explore Your Faith Breakfast (7:30 a.m.) Meets at Quincy's, 1112 E. Ogden Avenue, Naperville.
July 6, Wednesday
Explore Your Faith Breakfast (7:30 a.m.) Meets at Quincy's, 1112 E. Ogden Avenue, Naperville.
July 13, Wednesday
Explore Your Faith Breakfast (7:30 a.m.) Meets at Quincy's, 1112 E. Ogden Avenue, Naperville.
July 14, Thursday
HOPE UCC Ice Cream Social (6:30 p.m. @ Jeanne & Trott’s House
July 20, Wednesday
Explore Your Faith Breakfast (7:30 a.m.) Meets at Quincy's, 1112 E. Ogden Avenue, Naperville.
July 21, Thursday
Women Out to Lunch (Noon) Join the women of HOPE on the third Thursday of each month. Lively conversation, great food & warm fellowship is waiting for you at Giordano’s Restaurant at 119 S. Main Street, in downtown Naperville. Parking is available in the lot across from the restaurant or the Van Buren Parking Building.
July 30, Saturday
Jesus Has Left the Building and We’re Following Him (Details to be announced.)
