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Weekly UpdateAugust 30, 2017

Current Message Series

September 2/3Saturday Services:5:00 pm | Fellowship Hall | Eric Haskins (Live)

Sunday Services:9:00 am | Sanctuary | Felecia Thompson (Live)9:00 am | Fellowship Hall | Eric Haskins (Live)10:45 am | Sanctuary | Eric Haskins (Live)10:45 am | Fellowship Hall | Felecia Thompson (Live)6:00 pm | Sanctuary | Dave Bianchin (Live)

Take Root and Construction Construction Update | Shuttle ServiceWorshipers have two parking lot options, the west parking lot along 31st Street, or Butler School at 2801 York Road. Shuttleservice is available from both lots and will take congregants to Door 6.

Pick up your Pocket Guide to Connecting with God at any of the Guest Centers in the Commons.

Visit takerootccob.org for real-time construction updates.

Generosity“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in everygood work." 2 Corinthians 9:8

WorshipNo WonderZone or KidZone on Labor Day Weekend | September 2 and 3Childcare will be available for children 4 years and younger.

Name Tag WeekendThe first weekend of every month, we encourage you to stop by one of our name tag tables on your way into service andmake a name tag to wear while connecting at Christ Church!

Final Week of the Summer Music Series in Classic WorshipSanctuary | Sundays | 9:00 and 10:45 am

September 10 - Windy City Brass and Chancel Choir Kick-Off

For more information about the musicians, go to cc-ob.org/worshiparts.

Never Forget: Attend Oak Brook 9/11 Memorial Healing FieldCandlelight Service | September 9 | 7:30 pm | Oak Brook Polo GroundsSeptember 9 | 7:30 pm | Oak Brook Polo GroundsThe Villlage of Oak Brook is hosting five days of honor for the men and women who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks ofSeptember 11, 2001, with a patriotic display of 2,976 American flags. Senior Pastor Dan Meyer and our worship teams will beparticipating in this community-wide event by leading a Candlelight Service. Please join us for the sake of others.Information: cc-ob.org/funeralsandmemorials

Children's Choirs Set to Begin SoonAcorn Choir | Sundays | 8:45 am-9:15 am | Room 140Kids of the Kingdom Choir | Sundays | 10:15 am-11:15 am | Room 140We extend a warm welcome to our new Children’s Music Coordinator, Carolyn Sterk! She will direct our Acorn Choir (age 4-grade 1) and Kids of the Kingdom Choir (grades 2-6). Rehearsals start Sunday, September 17.

GrowSeeking Flourish Small Group LeadersWe are looking for 100 or more small group leaders. Now is the perfect time to step up and host one of our Flourish SmallGroups starting the week of October 15 because hosting has never been easier. We will provide everything you need: thetraining, curriculum, and even the people (though you are free to form your own group)!Register: takerootccob.org/small-groupsContact: Randi Lundgren | rlundgren@cc-ob.org | 630.321.3922

Men's FraternityThursdays | 6:00 am | Student Center | Kick-Off September 21Come join this men’s group, starting on September 21, to explore Soul Keeping by John Ortberg. Jesus said your soul is worthmore than the world. This study aims to help you discover your soul and take your relationship with God to the next levelRegister: cc-ob.org/menContact: Mark Davies | davies.chapter2@gmail.com

The Well: A Community Bible Study for WomenTuesdays, September 19, 2017 - April 24, 2018 | Fellowship HallMornings 9:15 am- 11:15 am | Evenings 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmThe Well is a weekly, intergenerational Bible study for women of all ages, stages, and backgrounds. We set aside time eachweek to worship together, encourage one another and dig into God’s word through live teaching and small group discussion.This fall we’ll study Esther. Studies are available for $10 at the Christ Church Bookstore. Whether you are new to your faithjourney or have been studying the Bible for years, this is the place for you. Grab a friend, a hot cup of coffee and join us!Childcare is available.Register: cc-ob.org/women

Enhance Your Job Search SkillsSeptember 17 and November 12 | 12:15 - 1:45 pm | Room 261Are you currently looking for a job and need help? In this free seminar, Paul Cameron, Recruiter and Founder ofSpeedUpMyJobSearch.com, will give you the tools and techniques to find a job quickly. Since 1998, Cameron has trainedthousands of people on job search strategies emphasizing techniques to find jobs faster.For more information: cc-ob.org/groupevents

Sunday ForumSundays, September 10 - October 8 | 10:45 am | Room 260 HallwayDo you have concerns and curiosities about the Bible such as "Where did these stories come from?" or "Why these books andnot others?" and "Are there any errors in the Bible?" Join us as Kurt Jaros, Executive Director of Defenders Media and host ofthe Veracity Hill podcast, leads us to a better understanding of the history and truth about Scripture.For more information: cc-ob.org/sundaymorningclasses

Sunday Groups and ClassesFinding friends, a sense of belonging, and a place to learn more about God can be easy in one of our Adult Classes andGroups. Discover which Sunday Group is right for you!

Pathfinders (Adult Bible Study) | 9:00 am | Room 261/262Oasis (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 am | Room 152Sunday Forum (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 am | Room 261/262Bible Study and Tough Issues (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 am | Room 251Bridge Community (Cross-Cultural Focus) | 1st and 3rd Sundays at 10:45 am | Room 263Friendship Bible Class (Teens and Adults with Disabilities) | 10:45 am | Room 264

For more information: cc-ob.org/sundaymorningclasses

ServeDisaster Relief - Hurricane HarveyJoin Samaritan's Purse in Victoria, TX | Dates To Be AnnouncedChrist Church volunteers will be partnering with Samaritan’s Purse, in order to serve those within the areas of devastation inVictoria, TX. Volunteers will be tearing out damaged drywall, removing flooring, and clearing debris as well as ministering tohurting families. In order to participate you will need to commit to a minimum of 3 days and fill out the volunteer forms quickly.Register: cc-ob.org/servenearContact: Renee Richel / rrichel@cc-ob.org

Lift up Your Voice in Song with our Chancel ChoirThursday, September 7 | 7:30 pm | Rehearsal Room 1If you are at least 16 and love to sing, come join our choir! New members are welcome in all voice parts. No audition isrequired. Rehearsals for the Fall/Christmas season begin Thursday, September 7 at 7:30 pm in Rehearsal Room 1. First servicesare September 10.Contact: Noelle Combs / nncombs@cc-ob.org

Many Hands Make Light the Work at our September Food PantryVirtually every food pantry in this country is currently reporting that their number of new visitors has recently increaseddramatically. Most are newly unemployed and many are 50+. Please consider joining our team to serve them on any or all ofthe following days:

Wednesday, September 6 | 5:45-6:45 pm | Life Storage | ElmhurstFriday, September 8 | 3:00-5:00 pm | Saturday, September 9 | 8:00 - 11:00 am| Salvation Army Church | Oak BrookTerrace

Register: cc-ob.org/loveworks

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Ministry Opportunities2nd and 4th Wednesdays starting September 13 | 9:15 - 11:15 amEmpower the next generation of mothers by caring for the young ones of these mothers during their meeting time.Contact: Kathy Woods / kwoods@cc-ob.org

Spend Time with our Youngest DisciplesThe Christ Church Children’s Ministry thrives on the dedication of the many parents, relatives, and other volunteers who willcommit to nurturing our children from birth to 5th grade. A variety of weekly, monthly, and quarterly roles need to be filled intime for the start of the ministry year.Contact: Shari Knutson / ssknutson@cc-ob.org

Prayer and Care The Next GriefShare Sessions Begin September 5 and 6Tuesdays 7:00 pm | Wednesdays 1:00 pm | Rooms 262-263Each class is 13 weeks and open to all.Register: cc-ob.org/griefContact: Sherry Labate / slabate@cc-ob.org / 630.321.3936

Hope and Healing After a Cancer DiagnosisSundays | 5:00 - 6:00 pm| Room 261These weekly meetings are for cancer patients – of any age – who are newly diagnosed or currently on treatment. Co-led byRick Glyman, Pastor of Adult Ministry and Care, and Susan Warmerdam, Stage 4 cancer conqueror, this is a place to find hope,guidance, purpose, and ultimately healing, throughout your treatment.Contact: Sherry Labate / slabate@cc-ob.org / 630.321.3936

Please remember in your prayers:

Roger Harris who is recovering from surgery.Oralene Rasp who is undergoing chemo and radiation treatment.

Employment OpportunitiesBecome a Christ Church Staff MemberChrist Church may have a future employee opportunity for you! Check out all the open positions at cc-ob.org/employment.Here's a sampling:

Campus Worship Leader (Full-time)Data Services Strategic Director (Full-time)Marketing Communications Coordinator (Full-time)Group Life Coordinator (Part-time)Bass-Baritone Section Leader (Part-time)

Bookstore

Available in the Bookstore

For the Well - Esther: Character Under Pressure by Patty Pell ($10)For Sassy - The Heart of Revelation by J. Scott Duvall ($10)

Bookstore Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm | Sunday 8:30 am - 1:00 pm

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