| Weekly Newsletter for February 26, 2026 |
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In the Sermon:
A respected community elder comes to Jesus in the dark of night to have a weird talk. What can this clandestine encounter teach us about a burden that is draining nearly all of us — and we don’t even know it.
In Spiritual Growth Class (adults & youth): What are the forms of weirdness that most weird you out? We’ll have another quiz! Our instinct to avoid weirdos is rooted in biological survival and social rules — and those things are helpful! How do we balance our instincts with our call to radiate grace to those who are different from us? What real-life practice can we derive from the story of Nicodemus and Jesus in order to embrace weirdos and to let our own weirdness out?
In Blessed Little Adventures (K-5): The kids will learn that God loves each person because of their uniqueness. They will practice sharing their uniqueness and accepting the uniqueness of others through games and activities, like Would You Rather?
Hope to see you on this Lenten journey! Dan
Did you miss last Sunday? Catch up here.
Want an outline of the whole series? Click here.
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| Join us for Sunday morning worship online at 9:30am
Meeting ID: 842 861 148 Passcode: 414299 |
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| | | | | | Cookbooks on Sale Now!
Thank you to everyone who contributed recipes. We’re now taking orders! Ordering deadline is March 22, with delivery after Easter.
Remember: we are raising money for local food pantries. So splurge a little and pick up extra copies for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, mizvahs, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Grandparent’s Day, Pride Month (why not?), … even Christmas!
We have single cookbooks, a digital bundle, and a special offer for 5 cookbooks. Check it all out here: |
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| | Thank You, Community Meals!
Thanks to Kim Baer, Cissy Singleton, Joanne Jackson and Nancy Buller for baking cookies and Cissy and Jeff Singleton; Mary Rodgers, Matt Geiger, and Renzo and Remy Rodgers-Geiger; Janet Foltz; and Scott and Matthew Schaper for preparing and distributing meals in Waukegan.
Our next time to serve is Sunday, March 22nd. This is the start of spring break for Lincolnshire, Deerfield, and Highland schools so we will need volunteers who are not affected by these schedules. Please sign up in the sign up center to volunteer on the 22nd and/or to bake cookies, or contact Barb via the button below. Thank you! |
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| | Feed My Starving Children
Hey, St. Gregory’s: You all have been saying, “We should volunteer at Feed My Starving Children.” It’s happening!
We have 3 shifts available on Saturday, April 11. Use these links to sign up. (It will ask you to make an account if you don’t already have one.)
This event is brought to you by the St. Gregory’s Youth Service Corps. It is open to everyone over the age 5 and older.
Parents, please review their policies on child-to-adult ratios.
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| | Meet Our Pastoral Care Team!
One of the important ways we build Deeper Connections at St. Gregory’s is through the dedication of our Pastoral Care Team. These folks make regular visits to the homebound and the sick, bringing them both companionship and Holy Communion. These are also the folks who provide healing prayer on the first Sunday of the month at church.
We’ve added two new members, so it’s a good time to shout out the whole team! Susie Dutcher Fran Ingram Sudi Johnson Marilyn Knilans — new member! Bruce Moore — new member! Cissy Singleton, Team Leader
If you are ever in need of their services, please reach out to Cissy Singleton. Of course, if you need a visit from Pastor Dan specifically, reach out to him directly. |
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| | Wednesdays in Lent:
Stations of the Cross
We will once again be holding Stations of the Cross at St. Gregory’s on Wednesdays in Lent. The service will be onsite only, starting at 5:30pm. Stations will be held on March 4, 11, and 18.
There will NOT be Stations on Wed, March 25th, because instead we’ll be joining our friends at Trinity in Highland Park that Friday the 27th for their annual Stations & Fish Fry! Stations starts at 6pm, with the dinner at 7pm. Tickets for dinner are $10 each.
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| | Are you interested in getting baptized or officially joining the Episcopal Church?
Pastor Dan would like to know if anyone is interested in a class for adults who might like to be baptized, confirmed, or officially received into the Episcopal Church.
This class would meet weekly between April 20 and May 20, day and time TBD.
This class will also be great for anyone who is simply interested in learning more about the distinctiveness of the Episcopal Church. You’re not committed to going through with one of the rites.
Click the button below to express interest, or add your name to the sheet in the Sign Up Center. |
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| | Coffee with Dan on Mondays
UPDATE: CANCELLED on Monday, March 2! Will resume on Monday, March 9.
Have something weighing on your heart, mind, or spirit? Want to connect more deeply with Dan? Not sure exactly what you want to talk about? It’s all good. No RSVP, no appointment needed. Drop-in to the Starbucks at Deerfield & Waukegan every Monday from 3-6pm. As always, he’s also available by appointment on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Sunday afternoons. Send him an email to schedule!
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| | | | | Midweek Prayer Every Wednesday | 8:00am
Need a midweek spiritual boost? Join a lovely small group of folks who gather online every week for spiritual renewal and to pray intentionally for everyone in our community who is in need. |
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| | Meeting ID: 750 552 357
Password: 587299 |
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| | Common Threads Second Tuesday of the month | 7:00pm
Bring a new or ongoing craft project to work on while you enjoy fun and fellowship with other parishioners. Whatever your craft - whether your medium is knitting, embroidery, painting, calligraphy, etc - and whatever your skill level, all are welcome! We meet in the Parker Room. |
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| | Book ClubThurs, March 19 | 7:00pm *due to Lent, in March we’ll be meeting on the 3rd Thursday of the month!
March 19: Eddie Winston is Looking for Love by Marianne Cronin
Eddie Winston Is Looking for Love by Marianne Cronin is a heartwarming novel about a 90-year-old man who has never been kissed and a 24-year-old woman grieving the loss of her partner; their unlikely friendship leads to an adventure as she vows to help him find love, while flashbacks reveal his past love for a woman named Bridie. The story, told from multiple perspectives, explores themes of love, loss, friendship, and finding joy at any age, blending humor with poignant moments.
Upcoming reads: April 15: CODENAME NEMO by Charles Lachman May 20: The Rose Code by Kate Quinn June 17: The Last Thing He Told Me - Laura Dave July 15: How to Read a Book by Monica Wood |
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Passcode: 893734 |
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| | | | | For healing in mind, body, or spirit: Randy, Dianne, Ronald Falbe, Lee Saldinger
In thanksgiving for…
For the departed… Cecilia Fell
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