Invitation to Faith: Christian Formation for Adults Adult Forums 11:15 a.m. each Sunday in Rowell Hall
JAN. 28 – No Adult Forum today, due to the Annual Meeting and Luncheon at 11:15 a.m. FEB. 4 – “Green Architecture,” presented by Dr. Frank Flury, assistant professor at the Illinois Institute of Technology, in Rowell Hall. How are buildings being designed today for energy efficiency and conservation? Dr. Flury will provide an introduction to environmental stewardship in the field of architecture. FEB. 11 – “Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder,” presented by Dr. Gary Sattler, minister, therapist, and adjunct faculty member at Northern Seminary, in the Lounge. These two mental illnesses affect thousands of people of all ages. Dr. Sattler will explain symptoms and treatment for those who experience anxiety and manic-depression. Child care is provided each week for children from birth through age 4 in the nursery. If you would like child care for children from age 5 through 5th grade, please contact Rev. Julie Ruth Harley one week in advance at 630.323.4303 ext. 14. Remodeled Rowell Hall Kitchen to be dedicated February 11 It will be a blast from the past on Sunday, February 11 following 10:00 a.m. worship, when coffee hour will be held in Rowell Hall. The occasion? Official dedication of the Rowell Hall kitchen which was remodeled last year in large part with funds from the sale of Amazing Grace, the wonderful cookbook by our own gourmet, the amazing Grace Deal. Come join the celebration!
Special Guest Rev. Dr. Greg Skiba
Women’s Association Retreat Grace and Forgiveness
“Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found, was blind, but now I see.” - John Newton (1725 - 1807) English hymn writer, minister, sea captain Such familiar words, yet do we really understand what grace is? Spend a day learning about the concepts of grace and forgiveness at the Women’s Association retreat on Saturday, February 17 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Plymouth Place in La Grange. This is an opportunity for the women of Union Church to gather together to try to fill our spiritual need, feel a connection with God as well as with one another, and to nurture those connections. We’ll take time to get beyond our usual hurried conversations, and really listen to each other. Our own Beth Dickerson will lead our activities that day. The cost, which includes continental breakfast, full lunch and snacks throughout the day is $25 per person, payable in advance. Please write your check to Women’s Association of Union Church and leave it with Audrey in the church office. Parking at Plymouth Place is very limited because of ongoing construction, so we encourage everyone to take advantage of the bus service that will be provided. Come to the 3rd St. parking lot at 8:15 a.m., the bus will leave promptly at 8:30 a.m. After the retreat, the bus will drop you off at Union Church no later than 3:00 p.m.
to speak at February 18 Adult Forum. We are very pleased to welcome our former Minister for Christian Education, Greg Skiba to Union Church to share his experience pastoring the Open and Affirming congregation of First Congregational Church of Naperville. Greg will join us from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Sunday, February 18 in Rowell Hall. Don’t miss it... •5•
Space is limited, so reserve your spot today. Please note that we cannot accept reservations after Thursday, February 8.