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July 21, 2024

Hello, folks! Welcome!

Our songs today were: “No Sweeter Name”, “Your Love Never Fails”, “There Was Jesus”, “How Great Is Our God/How Great Thou Art”, and “Change My Heart Oh God”. The message, “Desperate Prayer”, was delivered by Pastor Billy using text from Jonah 2- 3. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

What a tumultuous week for those of us in the path of Sunday’s storm and Monday’s tornado! Several of our families were without power for days and some had structural and tree damage with downed power lines that put our area on the national news! Thank you for checking on each other during this unfortunate event. Special thanks to Gene O’Brien and his chainsaw for helping the Burnetts cut up their 150 year old massive pine that was uprooted.

Sunday evening free college level psychology class is at the church at 6:30 pm. Pastor Billy teaches this, and it is free. Come out and learn! Tonight’s topic is The Dark Triad part 2, and Intro to Mental Disorder Clusters.

Next adult fellowship meal is at the Smiths’ home in Mokena on August 16th. Sign up at the Connection Table to reserve your place and tell what food you are bringing.

We are updating the church photo directory! If you were not included in the last one or have changes to your contact information, mark your connection card or speak to Pastor Larry and Eileen DeSando right away. Larry will be taking photos in front of the cross for the next two weeks if you need a new picture.

Speaking of the cross, Judy Fash has redecorated ours with summer silks, and it looks gorgeous!

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are still in Joshua 3 as class was cancelled last week because so many were without power and were cleaning up their yards. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show.

Adult small group meets at Brenda Hajek’s home in New Lenox this Thursday at 6:30 pm. Come enjoy snacks and fellowship as we learn!

Happy Birthday to Lauren Gross reading this down in Bradley, IL! She has been in ICU again this week, but we are glad she is home to enjoy her special day! Happy Birthday to Kate Radtke on the 24th!

There are also several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody. While you are signing cards help yourself to the box of free Christian books and music there. These were public library giveaways and need a new home.

We send condolences and all our love to the Milligan family. Kathleen’s mom, Judy Thomson, passed away Thursday. A private service will be held at Rosary Hill Nursing Home Monday morning.

Thank you for joining us, and thank you for all you do to support this ministry! We hope to see everybody back again next Sunday. When you are getting your coffee or tea check out the Harvest Table and take home some fresh veggies! Thank you, Diane Neakarse for the free cucumbers today! Have a blessed week!

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July 14, 2024

Hello, friends and family! Thanks to all who braved the downpours to come worship. Here’s the church news for this week:

Our songs today were: “Leaning On the Everlasting Arms”, “Come Now Is the Time To Worship”, “You Never Let Go”, and “Eye of the Storm”. As a tip of the cap to Oak Ridge Boys singer Joe Bonsall who died this week, we sang “Elvira” just for fun in his memory. The message, “Running and Swimming”, was delivered by Pastor Billy using text from Jonah 1. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

Sunday evening free college level psychology class is at the church at 6:30 pm. Pastor Billy teaches this, and it is free. Come out and learn! Tonight’s topic is The Dark Triad.

Free Revolution Church t-shirts were given away after service. We have limited sizes remaining, crew and v-neck, so check back next week if you don’t have a shirt. When they’re gone, they’re gone.

Big thanks to the DeSandos for hosting Friday’s Adult Connect meal at their home. Their flowers were gorgeous, and the fellowship was sweet. Thank you! Next fellowship meal is at the Smiths’ home in Mokena. Sign up at the Connection Table!

If you are a late teen to early-30s person, you are invited to the Knotts’ home in Manhattan Friday evening for snacks and game night.

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Joshua 3. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show.

Happy Birthday to Tech Girl Samantha Getty and to Leslie Graniczny! Happy 63rd anniversary to Ron and Kay Schmidt! Wow, what an accomplishment!

Sending get well wishes to our Charlie Printy who was in ICU at Silver Cross Hospital most of last week. Freda Wolfenden has also had another recent hospitalization and is recuperating at home. We all miss you!

George Carroll is missing his turquoise stone from his bracelet. Please keep your eyes open, and let’s help him find it.

Darla Carroll has made the most colorful bookmarks and wants you to have one! Check them out on the Connection Table next week. They are free!

Thank you for joining us, and thank you for all you do to support this ministry! We hope to see everybody back again next Sunday at 10 a.m. Have a blessed week!

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July 7, 2024

Hello, folks! It was fun seeing so many in their red, white, and blue apparel again this morning to wrap up the July 4th holiday week. Thanks to Tammy Smit for the patriotic cupcakes! Here’s the church news for this week:

Our songs today were: “Hello My Name Is”, “Grace Greater Than All Our Sin”, “Let The Praises Ring”, and “Voice of Truth”. The message, “Identity Thief”, was delivered by Pastor Larry using text from Galatians 2:20. This was his first message after being ordained into the ministry, and we are so proud of him! (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

Thanks to all who donated items for the community food pantry collection this morning. Good job, everybody!

Sunday evening free college level psychology class is at the church at 6:30 pm. Pastor Billy teaches this, and it is free. Come out and learn!

We are in need of a Greeter to replace Charlie Printy while he is recuperating from health issues. If you can smile and hand people a bulletin, then you are qualified for this position! Mark your Connection Card

Are you attending the Summer Connection Meal July 12, 6 pm at the DeSando home in Frankfort? Today is the last day to sign up to reserve a seat and indicate what dish you will bring to share. Supervised children are welcome. Be courteous to our hosts and let them know if you are coming!

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. He began the new Joshua study last week! If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show.

Small Group meets at Brenda Hajek’s home in New Lenox 6:30 pm this Thursday. Everybody is welcome to study and share snacks.

Men’s Donuts and Devotional is Saturday at the church at 8 a.m. Let Pastor Bob know if you are coming as he needs to purchase enough donuts.

Happy birthday to Avery Hippenhammer and Tech Girl Samantha Getty! There are also several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody.

Autumn’s missing turquoise ring stone has been found thanks to Peggy Walley-Rock. Now George Carroll is missing his turquoise from his bracelet. Please keep your eyes open, and let’s help George find it.

Darla Carroll has made the most colorful bookmarks and wants you to have one! Check them out on the Connection Table next week! They are free! Thank you, Darla!

Ladies, if you haven’t peeked at the refreshed women’s restroom, please go look! Marnie Carlson has outdone herself redecorating it. There is a lovely inscription from her to the women in the Bible on the new table in there. What a beautiful gift from a beautiful soul!

Thank you for joining us, and thank you for all you do to support this ministry! We hope to see everybody back again next Sunday at 10 a.m. Have a blessed week!

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June 30, 2024

Hello, friends and family! It was fun seeing so many in their red, white, and blue razzle dazzle apparel this morning. Here’s the news for this busy holiday weekend service:

Our songs today were: “I Am Free”, “Old Rugged Cross”, “Battle Belongs”, “River of Life”, and a patriotic medley of ”America the Beautiful/God Bless America/Battle Hymn of the Republic”. The message, “The Rainbow”, from the Redeeming the Rainbow series was delivered by Pastor Billy using text from Genesis 9. We shared in Communion. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

Dale Steen carried the American flag for us in honor of Independence Day. It is always a pleasure to have him and his son visit when they come up from Mississippi! They will not be in town for long, so enjoy their company while you can.

Today was Baptism Sunday! Congratulations to Elisabeth Hippenhammer and Pete Rock for taking this next step in their faith journey! Thank you to all the visitors who came out to clap and cheer and be supportive of these two.

Gene O’Brien shared about preaching and helping build a new church on his deployment to Alaska with Samaritan’s Purse. If you go to Samaritan’s Purse website and click on “Construction Projects Alaska’ you can see photos!

Special appreciation to Marnie Carlson who has graciously paid for a redesign of our ladies restroom! How thoughtful she is, and how classy it looks! Thank you, Marnie. We love it!

Sunday evening free seminary class is at the church at 6:30 pm. Tonight’s topic is Interpretation of Scripture.

23 young adult group meets at the Knott’s home in Manhattan this week. Let them know if you are attending. There’s always room for one more.

Are you attending the Summer Connection Meal July 12, 6 pm at the DeSando home in Frankfort? You must sign up at the Connection table to reserve a seat and indicate what dish you will bring to share. Supervised children are welcome.

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. He begins the new Joshua study this week! If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show.

Happy 49th wedding anniversary to Pastor Bob and Heather Smith! Happy 55th wedding anniversary to Grant and Faith Cromwell! Happy Birthday today to Frank Larocco! Happy July 4th birthdays to Georgia Nordwall and Bob Startz! Thelma Luciano celebrates Friday! There are also several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody.

Remember to bring double-bagged nonperishables for food pantry collection next week!

Keep an eye out for a good sized turquoise stone that was lost from a beloved ring Sunday. If you find it, contact Autumn Hensle.

Thank you for joining us! We hope to see everybody back again next Sunday at 10 a.m. Happy July 4th, everybody! Celebrate responsibly!

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June 23, 2024

Hello, visitors, friends and family! Thank you coming to read “What’s Happening”! Here’s the news:

Our songs today were “He Reigns”, “Word Of God Speak”, “Let it Rain”, “Victory In Jesus”, and ”Raise A Hallelujah”. The message, “Getting Through the Storm”, from the Redeeming the Rainbow series was delivered by Pastor Billy using text from Genesis 8. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

The new summer cross décor was gorgeous. We have Judy Fash to thank for that!

Sunday evening seminary class is cancelled tonight in honor of Penny’s birthday. Pastor Billy will resume it next week.

Senior Luncheon was Wednesday with Richard Rock as guest speaker. This was the last luncheon for the summer. These meals will resume in the fall.

Sign ups have now begun for the Summer Connection Meal which will be July 12, 6 pm at the DeSando home in Frankfort. You must sign up at the Connection table to reserve a seat and indicate what dish you will bring to share. Supervised children are welcome.

Small group will meet at Brenda Hajek’s home in New Lenox this Thursday at 6:30 pm. Everybody is invited. Come to learn the Bible and enjoy some snacks.

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is usually Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. He has just completed the Exodus study, so there will be a break and no class this week to give him time to prepare for the new Joshua study. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show.

Happy 31st Anniversary to Adam and Betsy Burnett! Happy 50th Birthday to Penny Knott today! There are also several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody.

Thank you for joining us! We hope to see everybody back again next Sunday at 10 a.m. Wear your patriotic colors to celebrate an early July 4th with us if you wish. See you all next week!

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