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May 28, 2023

Hello, friends! Thank you for coming out on this gorgeous Memorial Day weekend for worship. Many wore their patriotic colors to show honor and respect for our fellow Americans that gave their lives for this country.

Our songs this morning were ”Friend of God”, ”Blessed Be the Name”, “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)” for Communion, the Memorial Day favorite, “God Bless the USA”, and “He Is Lord”. Thank you to Dale Steen for presenting the flag. The message was “Do-Over/ Reincarnation” with text from Hebrews 9:27-38. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

For the new series, “Questions”, Pastor invites you to send any questions about religion or the Bible to him at questions@theRevolutionChurch.org for possible inclusion in an upcoming message.

Today’s Ministry Highlight shone on Samantha Getty who puts the lyrics on the wall when we sing. She has been faithful and easy to work with, and we thank her for volunteering!

Thank you to all who donated books and magazines for the Graybars Project book drive! These materials will be used for restocking shelves at the Joliet Adult Detention Center. Today was the final day to leave donations as materials will be delivered this week. The inmates thank you!

Who would like a free Revolution Church car decal? Pick one up from the Connection Table if you want to help advertise the church. New Daily Bread devotional booklets are also available there. Check out the tall bistro table beside the Connect Table for free booklets and scripture scenic bookmarks.

There is a sign-up sheet on the Connection Table if you would like to receive Eileen DeSando's "Daily Scriptures". This is free, and is educational and inspirational.

The Senior Picnic is June 21st at the church. Sign up to attend and to bring food. Kathy Felchlin can give you more information.

Our second Summer Connect Group family friendly potluck is hosted at the home of Greg and Judy Fash in New Lenox June 16th, 6:30 pm. Sign up to bring a dish and to attend.

Do we have graduates among us? We are looking for your college, high school, 8th grade and kindergarten graduates. This is the final call to contact Tammy Smit with a photo if this applies to your family. Graduation Sunday is June 11th.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 21. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Law Enforcement”. Featured songs were Kim Walker Smith/ “Protector”/and Lauren Daigle/“Trust in You-Tribute to Christian Police Officers”.

Happy Birthday to Lori Fischer on the 30th and Mikey Nordsell on June 1st! Happy 1st anniversary to Kevin and Jessica Ward!

Ellen Startz had broken ankle repair and is in rehab for healing. You can send a card to her at: Ellen Startz, Room 111, Bed 1 C/O Victorian Rehab 12525 W. Renaissance Circle, Homer Glen, IL 60491-5896. 708-590-5031 if you want to call her. She is lonely and would enjoy visitors.

Special prayers for Jan Golden who fractured her arm in two places last Sunday. Julian and Miriam’s son, Nathaniel, also had an accident and has broken both wrists and an arm. One surgery is done, and another is scheduled for Thursday.

Remember to bring your non-perishables to share with the community food pantry next Sunday. Double bagging prevents rips and spills and messes.

Now close down your computer and go outside and soak up the sun and fresh air on this humbling holiday weekend. The nation is grateful for sacrifices made.

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May 21, 2023

Hello, friends!

Our songs this morning were ”My Redeemer Lives”, ”Holy Holy Holy”, “You Are So Good To Me”, “Lord, I Need You”, “Holy Spirit You Are Welcome Here”, and “At the Cross”. The message was “ The Intermediate State” with text from 2 Corinthians 5:8. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

For the new series, “Questions”, Pastor invites you to send any questions about religion or the Bible to him at answers@theRevolutionChurch.org for possible inclusion in an upcoming message.

Prison Covid restrictions are finally eased, so Graybars Project is once again able to donate books and magazines to our local male and female inmates in Joliet. You have one more week to bring paperbacks, puzzle books and coloring books to share. No textbooks permitted. Nothing sexual, violent, damaged or with highlighted passages can be donated. Magazines cannot contain staples. Deadline is May 28.

Cinco De Mayo Senior Luncheon was Wednesday with so much excellent Mexican food served and festive decor. Julian Sandoval was the guest speaker. Thank you to all who cooked, decorated, and cleaned. Welcome to our visitors! The next Senior Picnic is June 21st at the church. Sign up to attend and to bring food.

Our first Summer Connect Group family friendly potluck BBQ was Friday evening with a good attendance! Thank you to the Knotts for hosting! Next one is hosted at the Fash home in New Lenox June 16th, 6:30 pm. Sign up to bring a dish and to attend.

Do we have graduates among us? We are looking for your college, high school, 8th grade and kindergarten graduates. Contact Tammy Smit if this applies to your family. Graduation Sunday is June 11th.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 20. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Bad Day”. Featured songs were Gold City/ “I’m Not Giving Up”/and Matthew West / “Truth Be Told”.

Happy Birthday to Alexandra Lara on Monday and to Teresa Page on May 25th! Happy Belated to Security team member Darla Carroll!

Ellen Startz had broken ankle repair Thursday and is in rehab for healing. You can send a card to her at: Ellen Startz, Room 111, Bed 1 C/O Victorian Rehab 12525 W. Renaissance Circle, Homer Glen, IL 60491-5896. 708-590-5031.

If you are free from 2-5 pm today, head up to Roadhouse 52 and check out the benefit for our beloved Kay Schmidt hosted by Sandoval Ministries. There will be prizes and raffle baskets and well as many homemade baked goodies for purchase. Suggested donation is $20 at the door, but anything helps to ease the financial strain from her extended serious illness.

That’s the news for this week. Thank you for reading. See you next Sunday for Memorial Day weekend worship and Communion. Wear your patriotic colors if you wish!

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May 14, 2023

Hello, friends! Happy Mother’s Day!

Today we celebrate the birth moms, stepmoms, foster moms, adoptive moms, grandmas, like-a-mothers, mothers-in-law, and moms of fur babies! Elder Larry DeSando gifted each woman with a long stemmed red rose at the door!

Our songs this morning were ”This is Amazing Grace”, ”I Can Sing of Your Love Forever”, “The Rose/What A Friend”, “Thank You Jesus For the Blood”, and “Show You the Cross”. Penny Knott was our holiday speaker for today with a message called “You Are Here”. Text was from Romans 8:28. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

For the new series, “Questions”, Pastor invites you to send any questions about religion or the Bible to him at answers@theRevolutionChurch.org for possible inclusion in an upcoming message.

“Hello My Name Is” women’s brunch was yesterday. Thank you, Freda Wolfenden for being the mystery guest speaker! Thank you, Faith Cromwell, for hosting!

Covid restrictions are finally being eased so Graybars Project is once again able to donate books and magazines to our local male and female inmates in Joliet. For THREE WEEKS ONLY you may bring paperbacks, puzzle books and coloring books to share. No textbooks permitted. Nothing sexual, violent, damaged or with highlighted passages can be donated. Magazines cannot contain staples. Deadline is May 28.

Cinco De Mayo Senior Luncheon is Wednesday, May 17th, noon, at the church. This is free for folks 55+. We do ask you to sign up to attend and to bring a dish to pass with your friends. Kathy Felchlin can answer any questions about this festive event!

Our first Summer Connect Group is 6:30 pm, Friday, May 19th at the Knotts’ home in Manhattan. This potluck is family friendly, but you must be responsible for supervising and managing your own children should they attend. Bring a dish to share.

Do we have graduates among us? We are looking for college, high school, 8th grade and kindergarten graduates. Contact Tammy Smit if this applies to your family.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 19. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Mother’s Day”. Featured songs were Anne Wilson & Hillary Scott/ “Mamas”/and The Skit Guys/ “Mom Song”.

“Sweet Relief Fundraiser” raffle and bake sale in support of Kay Schmidt will be NEXT SUNDAY, May 21, 2-5pm at Roadhouse 52 in Manhattan. Suggestion donation is $20 admission. There will be bake sale goodies and raffle baskets. Sandoval Ministries is in charge and can give you more info.

Happy Birthday to Gene O’Brien, Jessica Holub, Amy Makita, Richard Rock, Judy Christensen, and Big Kevin Giera! Happy Anniversary to Phil and Leslie Graniczny!

Richard Rock flew on Honor Flight Chicago to Washington, D.C. this week, and has expressed his gratitude for all the surprise cards and letters he received from us on the plane. Rich will be interviewed on WJOL radio Tuesday on the Scott Slocum morning show that airs at 9: 00 am. Tune in if you can!

May is the month when the nation celebrates its teachers and nurses, and we have several in our congregation. Thank you for your dedication and hard work to make us smart and healthy!

That’s the news for this week. Thank you for visiting this page, and thank you for all you give and do to make this ministry successful! Have a blessed Mother’s Day!

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May 7, 2023

Hello again, everybody!

Our songs this morning were ”Jesus Is Just Alright”, ”Glorious One”, “Open the Eyes Of My Heart”, “Mercy”, and “Shout To the Lord”. Pastor Billy began a new May series called “Questions“ with a message called “Willpower”. Text was from Matthew 7:21. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

Thank you for sharing nonperishables with our food drive to benefit the local food pantry! Mark your calendar for the first Sunday of each month for this collection.

Gene O’Brien’s position has been moved from Deacon to become our representative and liason with Samaritan’s Purse. We congratulate him on his promotion within the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association! What an honor for him to be chosen for such a reputable organization. Tammy Smit was installed as Deacon. The congregation gathered around and prayed a blessing on both.

“Hello My Name Is” women’s brunch is at Faith Cromwell’s Manhattan home, Saturday, 9-11am, May 13th. Penny Knott is the contact person for this event. No charge to attend, but you must let Faith know you are attending in advance if you forgot to sign up.

Donuts and Devotional for men is Saturday, May 13th, 8 am at the church. No sign up needed. This is free!

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 18. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there. We apologize for the technical difficulties that forced class cancellation last week!

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Prayer” in honor of the National Day of Prayer. Featured songs were Tauren Wells / “When We Pray”/and Jarrett Akers/ “Somebody’s Praying”.

Small group meets at Brenda Hajek’s New Lenox home this Thursday at 6:30 pm. Everybody is invited. Come a bit early or stay a bit late for refreshments.

“Sweet Relief Fundraiser” raffle and bake sale in support of Kay Schmidt will be May 21, 2-5pm at Roadhouse 52 in Manhattan. Suggestion donation is $20 admission. There will be bake sale goodies and raffle baskets. Contact Julian and Miriam at Sandoval Ministries for ways you can help.

Get well wishes are going out to Ellen Startz who has been in Silver Cross Hospital this week with a broken ankle. Hopefully, surgery will be in the next few weeks. During this difficult time let’s send up special prayers for her and for Bob who is also ill.

Happy Birthday to Sue Ruether on May 8th!

That’s the news for this week. Thank you for visiting this page, and thank you for all you give and do to make this ministry successful! We hope to see every one of you back with us next Sunday for Mother’s Day!

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April 30, 2023

Hello again, friends and family! Thanks for braving the rain and cold winds to come worship. Let’s see what is going on at our church this Family Communion Sunday:

Our songs this morning were ”Nothing But the Blood”, ”I Saw the Light”, “Unchanging”, and “Speak to the Mountains”. Pastor Billy concluded the Jesus Revolution series with a message called “Patience”. Text was from 2 Peter 3. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.) Monthly prayer meeting was held after church for those who wished to stay.

We did water baptism at the end of the service! Congratulations to Dr. Don LoConte for taking this next step in his faith journey. Thank you to all the family and friends who came out to support him.

“Hello My Name Is” women’s brunch is at Faith Cromwell’s Manhattan home, Saturday, 9-11am, May 13th. Sign up to attend and to bring a dish to pass. Penny Knott is the contact person for this event. No charge to attend.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 17. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Bucket List”. Featured songs were “Bucket List”/Mitchell Tenpenny & Danny Gokey and “The Great Adventure”/ Steven Curtis Chapman.

“Sweet Relief Fundraiser” raffle and bake sale in support of Kay Schmidt will be May 21, 2-5pm at Roadhouse 52 in Manhattan. Suggestion donation is $20 admission. If you would like to bake or create a basket for raffling, contact Julian and Miriam at Sandoval Ministries ASAP.

Get well wishes are going out to Destiny Torres who has been in Silver Cross Hospital this week with a blood clot. We are glad she is now recovering at home.

Remember to bring something to contribute to the monthly food pantry drive next Sunday. Double bag to prevent breakage and spills, please.

That’s the news for this week. Thank you for visiting this page, and thank you for all you give and do to make this ministry successful!

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April 23, 2023

Hello again, friends and family! Let’s see what is going on at our church this week:

Our songs this morning were ”I Have Decided“, ”Come, Now Is the Time to Worship”, ”Revelation Song”, “Battle Belongs”, and “I Stand Amazed.” Thank you to Mikey Nordsell, guest drummer, for sitting in with the band. He has been missed!

Pastor Billy shared a message from the Jesus Revolution series called “Today You Are Transformed”. Text was from Matthew 28:19-20. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

We did water baptisms at the end of the service! Congratulations to Diana Lopez, Deborah Corbin, and Peggy Walley-Rock! We were happy to see so many of their friends and family come to clap and cheer for them. Thank you to Deacon Bob Hensle for teaching the preliminary baptism class this morning!

Thank you to George Carroll for constructing the new clear cover for the soundboard. This guy’s skill is phenomenal!

Small group will meet on Thursday at 6:30 pm at Brenda Hajeck’s home in New Lenox for Bible study. Everybody is welcome. The topic varies each week. Come a bit early or stay a bit late for refreshments.

Pastor Bob began the first Evangelism Training class Wednesday evening. This is free if you’d like to attend. Let him know if you will be coming to class 2 if you have not already signed the sign-up sheet.

Our first Summer Connect Group is Friday, May 19th at the Knotts’ home in Manhattan. This potluck is family friendly, but you must be responsible for supervising and managing your own children should they attend. Sign up at the Connection Table to bring a dish to share.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 16. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Spring Cleaning”. Featured songs were “Clean”/Adam Crabb and “Holiness”/ Scott Underwood.

Daily Scriptures devotionals and/or Daily Scripture texts are offered to you by Eileen DeSando simply by signing up at the connection table or marking your connection card. This is free!

That’s the news for this week. Thank you for visiting and for coming out to support those getting baptized! See you next week for Communion Sunday and monthly prayer meeting!

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April 16, 2023

Hello again, friends and family! Pull up a seat on this blustery, drizzly day, and let’s talk about what is happening this week at Revolution Church.

Our songs this morning were ”Open Up the Heavens“, ”Grace Greater Than All Our Sin”, ”There Was Jesus”, “The Blessing”, “All the People Said Amen” and ”Amazing Grace”. For those who have yet to meet her, that was Jessica Holub singing with the band. Pastor Billy shared a message from the Jesus Revolution series called “God Uses the Broken”. Text was from Luke 8:26-39. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

April 23, NEXT Sunday, we will do water baptisms and child dedication during the service. If you would like more information or want to participate, get in touch with a pastor ASAP. Bring your own towel and a change of clothes.

“Spring Is In the Air” senior luncheon is Wednesday, April 19th, noon, at the church. Ages 55+ are welcome. Sign up at the Connection Table to attend and to bring a dish to pass. Kathy Felchlin leads and can give you more information.

If you are interested in learning how to evangelize more effectively, we need you to put your name on the sign up sheet on the Connect Table. Pastor Bob begins the class Wednesday, April 19th.

Sandoval Ministries homeless street ministry outing is the 4th Saturday in April. Speak to Pastor Bob if you wish to be included in the trip.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 15. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Irritation”. Featured songs were “Rejoice”/Andrew Ripp and “Stay Calm”/ BRM.

Daily Scriptures devotionals and/or Daily Scripture texts are offered to you by Eileen DeSando simply by signing up at the connection table or marking your connection card. This is free!

Happy Birthday to our own Pastor Billy on Tuesday! Gary Ellinger celebrates his 80th on the 20th! Larry DeSando and Kay Schmidt share a birthdate on the 22nd! Happy belated birthday to Inez Davis!

That’s the news for this week. Thank you for visiting! After temps near 80, snow is predicted for tomorrow, so bundle up again, and stay warm. See you next Sunday!

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April 9, 2023

Happy Easter, friends! Christ is Risen! He is risen indeed! The sanctuary was so festive, and we have Judy Fash to thank for the beauty of the cross! Boy, we had a church FULL this morning! Visitors, we hope you felt welcome and will join us again soon.

Our songs this celebration morning were ”Happy Day“, ”Joy In the House of the Lord”, ”Up From the Grave He Arose”, “Thank You Jesus For the Blood”, “Living Hope” and ”Christ the Lord is Risen Today”. Pastor Billy shared a message called “Easter 2023”. Text was from Matthew 28:1-15 and Luke 24:1-2 . (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

Thank you to Debby Giera for preparing the complimentary candy bags given out at the door after service!

Thank you to all who attended our Good Friday service! What a moving candlelight worship service we had! Songs were “Mercy”, “Were You There”, “Easter Hallelujah”, “At the Cross”, “How Deep the Father’s Love”, Grace Greater Than All Our Sin/Amazing Grace”, and “Amazing Love”.

Eileen DeSando has done a top-notch job with emailing Daily Scripture devotionals, and now she is introducing something new. She is now providing Daily Scripture accompanied by explanations! This is a wonderful way to help us understand passages more clearly. Sign up at the Connection Table for email or texting.

Spring is in the Air senior luncheon is Wednesday, April 19th, noon, at the church. Ages 55+ are welcome. Sign up at the Connection Table to attend and to bring a dish to pass. Kathy Felchlin leads and can give you more information.

While you are at the Connection Table be sure and grab a copy of Our Daily Bread free devotional and your family’s copy of our new photo directory. Encouragement cards are also found on this table as well as tithe/offering boxes.

Morning Star Mission needs some help: Groups of up to three people are needed to help work in the kitchen serving three meals a day. Pastor Bob can help get you signed up to serve

Homeless street ministry outing is the 4th Saturday in April. Speak to Pastor Bob if you wish to be included in the trip.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 14. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Hollow Promises”. Featured songs were “Fill My Cup”/Andrew Ripp and “Thief”/Third Day.

If you are interested in learning about evangelism and how to do it effectively, we need you to sign the interest sheet on the Connect Table. Pastor Bob begins the class Wednesday, April 19th.

April 23 we will do water baptism and child dedication service. If you would like more information or want to participate, sign up at the Connection Table.

Harvey Ferguson spent time in Silver Cross Hospital this week, but has been recuperating at home. Pat Baker has also been very ill at home this holiday week. It is so good to have Veronica Lopez and family back with us after her extended illness!

Happy Birthday to Kathleen Milligan on the 8th, Sara Mohle on the 11th, and Autumn Hensle on the 12th!

That’s the news for this week. Thank you for visiting. HAPPY EASTER!

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April 2, 2023

Welcome back to What’s Happening page!

Our songs this Palm Sunday morning were ”Leaning On the Everlasting Arms“, ”Salvation Is Here”, “Hosanna”, and ”Mighty to Save”. Today kicked off Holy Week. Pastor Bob Smith shared a message called “The Heart of Jesus”. Text was from Matthew 28:18-20. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

Folks, Good Friday communion service is Friday, April 7th, 7 pm. This is one of the most memorable services of the year. Come a bit early to get seated as lights will dim for the service. There will be some new songs that will speak to the reason for the season. Easter Sunday is April 9th. Please begin inviting family and friends, and let’s fill every chair. We will also have some new music for this service!

Food pantry collection was today, and as always, you showed up with a generous donation of non-perishables to help struggling families in this community. Thank you!

Fishes and Loaves will be providing several meals for Bob and Ellen Startz while she is recovering from painful knee surgery. If you would like to be a blessing at suppertime, mark your connection card or see Dawn Gonda, leader of this group.

Saturday, April 8th men are invited to church for Donuts and Devotions at 8 am with Pastor Bob. This is free. Since this is the busy day before Easter, ladies will NOT meet for prayer.

Morning Star Mission needs some help: April 4th volunteers are needed to distribute food baskets throughout the community. Groups up to three people are needed to help work in the kitchen serving three meals a day. Pastor Bob can help get you signed up to serve.

Homeless street ministry outing is the 4th Saturday in April. Speak to Pastor Bob if you wish to be included in the trip.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 13. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there. Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Wait”. Featured songs were “Almost Home”/Matt Papa and Matt Boswell, and “While I’m Waiting”/John Waller.

If you are interested in learning about evangelism and how to do it effectively, we need you to sign the interest sheet on the Connect Table. Pastor Bob begins the class Wednesday, April 19th.

April 23 we will do water baptism and child dedication service. If you would like more information or want to participate, sign up at the Connection Table.

Happy Anniversary to Pastor Billy and Penny on Monday! Happy Belated Birthday to Bob Schuler and his glorious mustache!

What a wonderful surprise to see "Big Kevin" Giera walk back through the doors after his spinal surgery! We are thrilled he is making such a swift recovery! Thank you to all who provided food and companionship during his down time.

See you all Friday a bit before 7 pm. If you are tardy, you will miss a lot as this will be a brief service. Have a blessed holiday week!

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March 26, 2023

Welcome back to What’s Happening page! Thanks for visiting here.

Our songs this morning were ”Friend of God“, ”Spirit in the Sky”, “By Your Side”, ”The Stand” and “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”. We shared in Holy Communion today.

Pastor Billy continued the new series, “Jesus Revolution” with a message called “Open the Door”. Text was from Revelation 3:7-13. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

After service Shine Kids Ministry hosted Parents’ Day Out! Our youth were treated to lunch, music, games, and lots of fun stuff while parents were gifted with free hours. Thank you to all who attended and to all of our volunteers who helped make this a fun afternoon!

Spring is in the Air senior luncheon is Wednesday, April 19th, noon, at the church. Ages 55+ are welcome. Sign up at the Connection Table to attend and to bring a dish to pass.

While you are at the Connection Table be sure and grab a copy of Our Daily Bread free devotional and your family’s copy of our new photo directory. Encouragement cards are also found on this table.

Saturday, April 8th men are invited to church for Donuts and Devotions at 8 am with Pastor Bob. This is free. Ladies meet at the same time at Penny Knott’s home for prayer.

Morning Star Mission needs some help: Saturday, April 1 form 8 am-noon volunteers are needed to pack food baskets at the Joliet warehouse. April 4 volunteers are needed to distribute baskets throughout the community. Groups up to three people are needed to help work in the kitchen serving three meals a day. Pastor Bob can help get you signed up to serve.

Ann Nordsell, RN, is the point person for shut-ins receiving vaccines at home by staff from the Will Co. Health Dept. This service can be quite handy for those who have great difficulty traveling for medical services. Available vaccines are: Covid, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Shingles, Flu, and Hepatitis A&B. You must have Medicaid or Medicare to be considered for eligibility.

Food pantry collection is next Sunday. Remember to double bag to avoid rips and messes.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 12. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s featured songs were “Graves Into Gardens”/Elevation Ft. Brandon Lake, and “God Is In This Story”/Katy Nichole with Big Daddy Weave.

If you are interested in learning about evangelism and how to do it effectively, we need you to sign the interest sheet on the Connect Table. Pastor Bob begins the class Wednesday, April 19th. More details to come.

There are ongoing Ladies Journaling, 8 am (Penny Knott) and Core Christian Doctrine class 9 am (Pastor Bob) Sunday mornings before church. You are invited!

Happy Birthday to Kristen Hippenhammer on the 27th! Kevin Chambers and Julian Sandoval share an April 1 birthday!

Mark your calendars for Good Friday service Friday, April 7th, 7 pm. This is one of the most memorable services of the year. Easter Sunday is April 9th. Please begin inviting family and friends, and let’s fill every chair.

April 23 we will do water baptism and child dedication service. If you would like more information or want to participate, sign up at the Connection Table.

Have a blessed week! See you all next week at 10 a.m next Sunday.

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March 19, 2023

Welcome back to the What’s Happening page!

Our songs were ”Come, Now Is the Time to Worship”, “If We Are the Body”, “Come As You Are”, “Raise a Hallelujah”, a golden oldie, “I Can Sing of Your Love Forever” and “He Is Lord”. We appreciate Jessica Holub singing with the band today!

Pastor Billy continued the new series, “Jesus Revolution” with a message called “Sheep Without a Shepherd”. Text was from John10:22-41. Diana Lopez helped with the Pin the Tail on the Donkey skit. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

Check out the outstanding Easter tomb replica on the Graybars Prison table! This was created by our own Judy Fash, and is fashioned from PAPER! This woman has remarkable artistic talent, and we are so glad she is a part of this church!

Senior Ministry sure had fun at Wednesday’s St. Patrick’s Day luncheon! Traditional corned beef and cabbage meal was served with all the fixings. Brenda Hajek was guest speaker! The group also celebrated Linda Lee who just turned 87!

Several folk from our church partnered with Sandoval Ministries and did homeless street ministry in Chicago Saturday. It was windy and frigid, but they all seemed blessed by going and interacting with the people living outside. The Smiths can give you more information if you wish to participate next month.

Eileen DeSando has finished our new directory, and it is colorful and beautifully put together. Your copy is waiting on the Connection Table, and it is free. One per family, please. These are only for use by people who attend Revolution Church.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 10. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week focused on St. Patrick’s Day traditions. Songs were Celtic Worship featuring Steph MacLeod/”In Christ Alone” and Celtic Worship/”Come Thou Fount”.

If you are interested in learning about evangelism and how to do it effectively, we need you to sign the interest sheet on the Connect Table. Pastor Bob can answer questions about a possible upcoming class.

There are ongoing Ladies Journaling, 8 am (Penny Knott) and Core Christian Doctrine class 9 am (Pastor Bob) Sunday mornings before church. You are invited!

Small group will meet at Brenda Hajek’s house this Thursday. Class begins at 6:30 pm. Come a few minutes early to enjoy refreshments, or stay a bit late to eat then. Everybody is welcomed.

Happy Birthday on the 23rd to Head of Security, George Carrol! Happy Belated Birthday to Dr. Don LoConte on the 18th!

Prayers for Lisa Jasinksi who is recuperating at home from last week’s hospitalization. Veronica Lopez is still recuperating at home after an extended health absence. “Big Kevin” Giera AKA “Eclipse” had spine surgery Wednesday and is now home healing. Ellen Startz has had knee replacement surgery that has made for a painful recovery.

April 23 we will do water baptism and child dedication service. If you would like more information or want to participate, sign up at the Connection Table.

Parents, remember NEXT SUNDAY is Parents’ Day Out event hosted by our Shine Kids Ministry crew. From 11:30-3pm you may leave your little ones at church for lunch, music, games, and lots of fun stuff while you can choose how to enjoy your own free time. Call Joe or Jamie Meskin this week if you need information.

Have a blessed week! See you all next week att 10 a.m. for Communion Sunday. Stay warm!

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March 12, 2023

Welcome back to What’s Happening page!

Today kicked off “spring forward” daylight savings time change, so we lost an hour of sleep, then it started flurrying! Thanks for coming on to church even if you were a bit sleepy and are not a fan of snow.

Our songs were ”Joy In the House of the Lord”, “Soul On Fire”, “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”, and “It Is Well”. Pastor Billy began a new series, “Jesus Revolution” with a message called “Let the Revolution Begin”. Text was from John 14 and John 8:31-32. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

We were overjoyed to see JoAnn Preston walk through the doors after her extended medical absence! She addressed the congregation, and thanked everyone who helped her over the hump. She will NOT need chemo! Judy Christensen has completed her final long-term wound care. She has also been now declared cancer free! What fantastic news for these beautiful ladies!

Eileen DeSando finished our new directories, and they were distributed after service! Miriam Sandoval designed the cover. That was a humongous amout of effort and time, so Eileen gets a standing ovation! They will be on the Connection Table, and they are free. One per family, please. These are only for people who attend Revolution Church.

Seniors 55+ are invited to St. Patrick’s Day lunch at noon on Wed, 15th, at the church. If you plan on attending and bringing a dish to pass and have not yet signed up, you need to let Kathy Felchlin know you are coming. There is no cost for this monthly meal.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 9-10. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube videos and watch from there. Because of technical difficulties the show couldn’t be aired, so accept our apologies for the cancellation. We will be back this week.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “What Are You Allergic To?” featuring Yates, Tyler, Sherman/”What Mercy Did for Me” and For King and Country with Dolly Parton/”God Only Knows”.

There are ongoing Ladies Journaling, 8 am (Penny Knott) and Core Christian Doctrine class 9 am (Pastor Bob) Sunday mornings before church. You are invited!

Happy Birthday to Linda Lee on the 15th and little Levi Hippenhammer on the 12th! David Gross celebrates on the 16th. We fondly remember Bob Brown who was born on St. Patrick’s Day.

Prayers for Lisa Jasinksi who was hospitalized several days this week. Veronica Lopez is still recuperating at home after an extended health absence.

“Big Kevin” Giera AKA “Eclipse” has back surgery Wednesday, and we had special prayer for him during the service that the operation will give him pain relief. We also offer condolences to the Gieras as Kevin’s sister-in-law, Jean, died on Tuesday.

Fishes and Loaves is providing meals to the Gieras during the first two post-op weeks. Since Kevin lives so far away, it is easier to bring freezer meals or non-perishables to the church for one person to deliver to his home. Thank you to those who brought food today. Somebody will deliver food to him next Sunday after service if you’d like to bless the family. Gift cards for a restaurant would be helpful if you are not much of a cook. Thanks for helping!

We hope you enjoyed the St. Patrick’s Day bulletin board on the Graybars Project table. We have several in the church with Irish blood, so we hope you enjoy your holiday Friday and celebrate responsibly.

Have a blessed week! See you all next Sunday at 10 a.m.

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March 5, 2023

Hello, March! Welcome back to What’s Happening page! Here is the news, friends:

Our songs were “Let the Praises Ring”,”Revival”, “Amazing Grace My Chains are Gone” and “Bless the Lord (10,000 Reasons)”.

Freda Wolfenden shared a testimony of how the Lord is healing her rheumatoid arthritis and lupus that had been debilitating.

Pastor Billy continued the called “Love Does” series with a message, “Help My Unbelief” with text from Mark 9:14-29. He read many of the anonymous acts of love you posted on the bulletin board. Those notes are now on his FB page if you’d like to zoom in and read them. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.)

Ann Nordsell, RN, is the point person for shut-ins receiving vaccines at home by staff from the Will Co. Health Dept. This service can be quite handy for those who have great difficulty traveling for medical services. Available vaccines are: Covid, Tetanus, Flu, Hepatitis A&B, Diphtheria, Shingles, and Pneumonia. Only Medicare/Medicaid recipients should inquire.

Food pantry collection happened this morning. As always, thank you for giving our neighbors a hand up!

RSVP at the Connection Table to attend or help with our Parents Day Out event on Sunday March 26th 11:30-3 pm. You can leave your little ones at the church for lunch and fun activities while you have some free hours to do as you please! Background checks are required to serve with our children. The Meskins can give you more info! Jamie must hear from you by March 12.

There is a sign-up sheet on the Connection Table for those interested in a class teaching how to evangelize. If enough interest, this will be taught by Pastor Bob Smith.

Pastor Billy’s online Genesis Bible study is Tuesdays at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Chapter 8. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube videos and watch from there.

Pastor Billy’s Worship Wednesday is noon on FB and You Tube. This week’s topic was “Train Wreck” featuring Trevor Morgan/”Jesus Rides the Subway” and Tim Foust & Chris Rupp/”Long Black Train”.

Small group Bible study will be at the Hajek home in New Lenox this Thursday at 6:30 pm. All are welcome.

Donuts and Devotional for men is at the church at 8 am this Saturday. Ladies are invited to the Knott home for prayer at 8 am this Saturday.

St. Patrick’s Day Senior Luncheon is Wed, March 15th noon at the church. 55+ are welcome. Kathy Felchlin is leading this and can provide more information. Please sign up to attend and indicate what dish you will bring to share.

Eileen DeSando is finishing our new church photo directory this afternoon. Thank you to all who participated! Copies will be available soon so you can put names to faces.

Encouragement cards are now located on the Connection Table instead of under the seats. We have a new shipment of Daily Bread devotionals. Take one for yourself and one to share.

Happy Birthday to Greg Fash, Deacon Bob Hensle, Gino Luciano, Destiny & Diamond Torres and Tammy Smit!

That’s the news for today. Thank you for all your support with your time, treasure, and talents. Remember to go out and RADIATE LOVE this week!

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