CROSSCURRENTS
CURRENT NEWS AND THOUGHT FROM ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH
November 2014
Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church
1125 Franklin Street Downers Grove, IL 60515-3551
Phone 630-968-9188
FAX 630-968-0576
E-MAIL [email protected]
Parish Website www.saintandrewschurch.net
Diocesan Website www.episcopalchicago.org
THE STAFF
The Right Rev’d. Jeffrey D. Lee
The Right Rev’d. C. Christopher Epting
The Right Rev’d. John C. Buchanan
The Rev’d. John C. Fleming
The Rev’d. Thomas G. Craighead
Kathryn R. Nazzarini
James Hoover
Jennifer Robbins
Chris Stansbury
Anna Zahn
Joanne Schupbach
Mike Spitalli
Bishop
Assistant Bishop
Assistant Bishop
Interim Rector
Deacon
Parish Music Director
Organist
Parish Administrator
Youth Music Director
Youth Minister
Chaplain
Chaplain
THE PARISH VESTRY
Catherine Bevard, Senior Warden
Steve DePeder, Junior Warden
Mark Frankart, Parish Treasurer
Mary Jane Haley, Clerk of the Vestry
2012
Bill Irvine
Bobbie Sieja
Kristen Teague
Mary Ann Wiesner
2013
Kim Bryze
Manuel Lopez
John Quené
2014
Malinda Hamann
Gail Lupia
John Montgomery
WEEKLY WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sunday
Wednesday
Thursday
Saturday
8:00 am
10:00 am
7:00 am
9:00 am
7:30 am
Holy Eucharist – Rite I
Choral Eucharist – Rite II
Holy Eucharist
Holy Eucharist
Morning Prayer
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FROM THE INTERIM RECTOR _NOVEMBER 2014
STIRRINGS
From time to time I will refer to the phrase “Celtic Spirituality”
in these reflections, so I thought it useful to offer some insights
regarding meanings, history, distinctiveness, relevance to “The
Church:, and specifically, St. Andrew’s.
Why? Because I think that new models for thinking and creating ministry for
today can be discovered/re-discovered in many of the practices of the early Christian
communities in Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany. I will mostly focus on
the Celtic communities in Ireland, as that country and its culture were never
conquered by Rome and thus were not “Romanized” until the coming of the
Normans in the twelfth century. The Celtic way of being Christian, while under
strong pressure from the Church of Rome to conform, remained independent,
resulting in many “fierce conversations” with Roman authority.
1.
Celtic Christianity believed that their communities, frequently
following monastic models from the Eastern Church, should be
centers for spiritual growth, centers for learning (Irish monasteries
were the early universities-people came from all over to study with
the great Irish theologians and poets). The communities would be
centers for spiritual formation. The emphasis being on personal and
communal holiness that would be welcoming and life-changing for
people who were willing to connect with the local abbey or
monastery. In many of those early (5th through 9th century) places,
leadership was exercised by both women and men; this practice was
actively discouraged by Roman authority.
2.
Celtic spirituality focused on the presence of God in creation. The
“eco-theology” of the Celts is very much like our own contemporary
awareness of the sacredness of” our island home this planet earth;”
all of creation was holy and a clear sign of the divine. These holy
places-sometimes referred to as “thin places” -where God was to be
experienced, and not just locked into doctrines and creeds, though the
Celtic church was deeply Christ centered in its core-spirituality.
Celtic Christians had a strong sense of living on “edges” or
“boundary places” between the material world and the other worldthe natural landscape was seen as a doorway into another spiritual
realm.
On a personal-and concluding- note-I have been fortunate to have spent many
summers in Ireland and have experienced the sacred in many places and with many
people, sometimes even in church.
Briefly summarizing: the two points made above are the openings to further
conversations re Celtic spirituality and its relevance for the church today; there are
many other dimensions to the Celtic way of being Christian that we will explore and
seek to discover new, fresh ways of being community for St. Andrew’s, so that when
we are invited to
“Grow the Church, Form the Faithful, Change the World”
(Diocese of Chicago) we will be that much better equipped.
Grace and Peace,
Jack+
SEARCH COMMITTEE NEWS
So far we are on schedule with our original timeline but here are a
few upcoming dates you might be interested in…
November 9th - CAT and Small Group readout will be
held after both 8:00 and 10:00 services.
ALL ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE
November 30th - We will complete our Parish Profile
Please contact any member of the Search Committee if you have any questions.
December Crosscurrents Deadline
Monday, November 17
STEWARDSHIP
UPDATE
By the time you read this, our Stewardship drive should be over. The figures below
are as of October 21st:
Pledges
Returns
Increased
Same
Decreased
Gifts
135
61
55
16
127
No
Gift
Amount
Average
Change
8
$32,348
$530
$31,647
$1978
2015
Maintenance
Mortgage
$374,004
$9,330
$7,065
Grand Total
$390,399
What a blessing…we have experienced a 55% increase in individual Gifts for
2015! “Those with ears have heard’!”
WE ARE 78% TOWARD ACHIEVING OUR GOAL
OF $500,000.
Again, thank you to Mary Ann Wiesner, Barb Chrobak, Kate Reynolds and Ellen
Webb; Jennifer Robbins; The Stewardship Committee: Ron Williams, Jim Haley,
Kathy Johnston, Bill Irvine, Jeff Heller and Gary Robbins: Our Treasurer, Mark
Frankart; Our Wardens Catherine & Steve; and Fr. Jack for signing all the thank you
notes! And a special thanks to Noreen for her support and editing qualities!
“Stewardship is not about money.
Stewardship is about remembering who you are and whose you are.
It is about remembering your relationship with almighty God
and with your neighbor and yourself. Stewardship is a way of life. It’s spirituality.
Let those with ears listen. Listen. Trust in the Lord with all your heart”.
Fr. Sam 7-13-14
So proud to be your Stewardship Chair,
Manuel Lopez
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
MISSION TRIP 2015 TO CASA HOGAR LA FAMILIA
The dates for the Mission Trip have been set for
June 10-17, 2015.
La Casa Hogar La Familia is located in the state of Puebla which is southeast of
Mexico City.
Signup sheets will be placed in the gathering
space for people who are interested in going on
the mission trip. We will be having an initial
meeting early in December to give some travel
details and a rough cost estimate. The out of
pocket cost will be dependent on how much
money can be raised and what the final costs are.
Final commitments for the Mission Trip will be January/ February 2015.
At the first meeting we will try and determine how much fund raising the participants
are willing to undertake, the Outreach Committee is willing to help but certainly
expects the people to help with the fund raising event(s).
John Quené, Outreach Committee
630-608-2272
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16
Please join the youth group for a pancake breakfast on Sunday, November 16. There
will be serving times from 8 to 10 AM and 11 to 12 AM. Please sign up in the
gathering space for which time slot you think you may join us. You won't be
committed to that time slot, we just need an idea of how many pancakes to have
ready! Free will donations will be accepted. All money raised will be used to fund
the youth on their mission trip to Mexico in June.
WOULD YOU ENJOY HELPING ADULTS
EXPAND THEIR CREATIVITY?
Lead an adult painting and drawing class!
 People’s Resource Center, Westmont location
 Mondays, 7:00-9:00PM
 Guide adults as they work independently during class
Contact Lucinda Page for details 630-384-1347
THANKSGIVING DINNER
Looking for a way to give back to your community?
Each year, St. Andrew's hosts a Thanksgiving Dinner from
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. We invite
the local community, we reach out to retirement centers,
nursing homes, shelters, and more, and we extend a warm
invitation to our St. Andrew's parish, as well. If you've
never participated in this dinner, we encourage you to
consider it! Below are a few FAQ's regarding helping out
with the meal; for more information, please contact
Catherine Bevard or John Quené.
What if I'm not in town on Thanksgiving?
Volunteer to help by donating food or helping with publicity!
How much of a time commitment is this?
Make it what you want! Some volunteers have only an hour to give; some spend
the whole day. Whether you're working in the kitchen, conversing with our guests
as a host or hostess, serving the meal, or cleaning up, there's a role for everyone!
(And, it's a great way to get your kids involved! Our guests love interacting with
them!)
What will I do as a volunteer?
There are several roles for which you can volunteer. There is no set time
requirement for any of these; rather, please give the time that you can. Kitchen
volunteers prepare the meal and keep the kitchen 'running' throughout the meal.
Hosts/hostesses will converse with our guests and make them feel welcomed
during the dinner. Dining room volunteers will serve the meal, fill beverages, and
keep the buffet line stocked. Clean-up crew will clean up at the meal's conclusion
and ensure that leftover food is delivered to the proper location.
What if I'm not sure about volunteering?
Ask questions! This experience has proven to be so very moving for the people
who participate in it, and it will likely be a meaningful event for you, as well. If
you're curious, please talk to us!
Sign ups for Food Donations and Volunteers
are on the table in the Gathering Space
Do you have an electric roaster that we could borrow
or that you'd like to donate?
We need at least 2! If you can help us out, please contact Catherine at
[email protected]. Thanks!
Join us to eat
THANKSGIVING DINNER
11:30 AM -1:30 PM
There is a separate sign up
in the gathering space.
CHRISTMAS BASKET NOTES
THANK YOU EVERYONE, we didn’t have to send any family sheets back to
Cathedral Shelter! Should any questions arise in the process, please call Jennifer
Robbins. There are no dumb questions.
Drop-off begins Sunday, November 16th after the 10 AM
service in the Undercroft.
ALL BASKETS will need to be at Church by Sunday, November 30 unless
other arrangements have been made.
 USE THE BOX TAGS – PLEASE label ALL four sides of each box.
NOT THE TOP. This makes them easier to see.
 Additional forms & tape will be available (in-kind giving and box
tags) if you need them
Be sure to check off on the sign in board that your basket has been delivered
and indicate the number of boxes.
 ECW – Look for boxes labeled 862 if you have gifts. ECW gifts will
have an individual check off on the boxes. Make sure gifts are wrapped
and have the recipients name on them.
 Put your in-kind form in the envelope (The driver will deliver it or
mail it). Even if you just gave gift cards or a gift as part of a basket
please fill one out. (It’s deductible!)
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
Our scheduled pickup is 9:00 AM
Monday, December 1st
Translated this means the truck will arrive around 10:00AM depending on the weather.
If you will be available to help load the truck on Monday morning,
December 1st please let Jennifer Robbins know.
VOLUNTEER ELVES NEEDED
ReVive's Christmas Basket program is in need of
teen, adult and older adult volunteer "elves"
December 2nd-13th from 9:30am - 2:30/3pm.
Lunch will be provided.
Once the Santa's sleighs (the trucks that pick up
gifts) have made all their stops, they return to our offices where there are "elves"
ready to unload, sort, and distribute the gifts. There are essentially two volunteer
roles as we have two parts to the operation: the delivery warehouse and the
family pick-up room.

In the warehouse, volunteers (affectionately known as the
Workshop Elves) organize the family boxes, unload delivery
trucks, and find boxes for the families when they come in.

In the family pick-up room, volunteers (affectionately known as
the List Checking Elves) greet families as they arrive and help
verify the identity and scheduling of recipients.
We are also in need of truck drivers (Sleigh Driving Elves). Sleigh drivers (driver
and navigator) are needed beginning December 2, from 8:30 am until their route is
completed (approximately 3-4 hours). A driver and navigator, equipped with a
ReVive supplied truck (U-Haul size) and GPS system picks up Christmas Baskets
from parishes, schools, or businesses throughout the city and suburbs. Truck teams
may have to help load trucks at pick-up locations. Two to four drivers/navigators are
needed every day from December 1 through December 13. Drivers must have a valid
driver’s license.
To volunteers contact Debbie Dyslin, 312-997-2222 Ext.
SANDWICH BOARD
The Sandwich Board signup is on the table in the Gathering Space
with the menu for the November 13th trip to Trinity, Aurora.
Please note that we will be precooking on Wednesday, November
12 Those items are highlighted. You can help by signing up to
provide food items to complete our menu.
VETERANS' SUNDAY
AT ST. ANDREW'S
As we have for years now, we will be remembering our
Veterans, especially on November 9 after both services,
who have been relatives, neighbors or friends who served
our country in peace time or in war time. The Hospitality
Committee at St. Andrew's are looking forward to
showcasing for example, scrapbooks from World War II,
individual photos of Veterans, maps kept by your family
when a son or daughter served, medals---with an explanation
of who earned them in your family, even an Eisenhower
jacket or other item of clothing at the time. I also encourage you to print a short
story you may remember involving a Veteran, their courage, faith and, as always,
sense of humor.
These are guidelines to follow, please:
1.
Label who the Veteran is. If not known to us, please say "My
father in Leghorn, Italy", for example and sign YOUR NAME on
the back, or on a post-it note.
2.
Dorinda Hicks plans to be in the Gathering Space from 7:30 am
until 9:55, and behind the display tables during both coffee hours.
3.
Please plan to take your item(s) home either after the 10 o'clock
coffee hour or later in the week. Jennifer will refer you to the exact
spot in or near her office where they will be safely stored.
4.
One year someone loaned us a sword for the display, as part of a
uniform. Please, NO ITEMS WHICH MIGHT HURT A CHILD
OR ADULT.
5.
If what you have is very worn, please keep it safe at home to
cherish rather than loaning it to Veterans' Sunday. Print out a story
about it instead. We don't want a treasure to fall apart, but we
thank you so much.
Apple pie will be served after both services.
For questions please call Dorinda Hicks (630) 832-3681 after
6:00 pm evenings until 9:00. Thank you! Thank you!
1-800-273-8255 Press 1
On November 11th, we will recognize another Veterans Day honoring our soldiers.
Unfortunately, many veterans struggle with thoughts of suicide daily!
During a recent motorcycle Freedom Run event, I met Linda Chrzanowski and her
husband whose son John, committed suicide after returning from Iraq. Their story
can be found by using the link,
https://themilitarysuicidereport.wordpress.com/.../army-spc-john-chrzanowski
This has been haunting me ever since. “What can I do? What can WE do?” This
could have been YOUR son or MY son!
 (CNN) -- Every day, 22 veterans take their own lives. That's a suicide every
65 minutes. As shocking as the number is, it may actually be higher. Last
year, more active-duty soldiers killed themselves than died in combat.
More than 69% of all veteran suicides were among those 50 and older!
30% of all veterans have considered suicide!
 (Washington Post reports) It's a huge issue — with more than half of the
2.6 million veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan still struggling with physical
or mental health problems — many of which know a fellow service
member who has attempted or committed suicide.
Listed are just 3 of the web sites that have more information:
www.veteranscrisisline.net
http://www.stopsoldiersuicide.org/,
http://www.giveanhour.org/
“How can we sit back and not help stop this tragedy?”
Read about Operation SAVE: Supporting Our Veterans poster in the parish hall as
part of our Veterans Day recognition on Sunday, November 9th.
On behalf of the Rolling Thunder
organization, by year’s end I will be
meeting with Anita Garmona,
Suicide Coordinator at VA Hines
hospital for more ideas on “how we
can help”. If you are interested in
receiving more information, add
your name to the sign up list attached
to the SAVE poster.
Remember 1 800 273-8255 Press 1.
In the meantime, we here at St. Andrew’s can start now by including the Veteran
Suicide issue in your daily prayers and add this issue to our prayer list.
Submitted by Manuel Lopez
WORSHIP AND STUDY
OPPORTUNITIES
Worship With Us!
Thanksgiving Day Eucharist
November 27, 2014
10:00 AM
Followed by a Reception
ADVENT DAY BY DAY
Copies of the book will be ready for distribution
on Sunday, November 23h.
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS
It is through the generosity of parishioners that the Altar Guild is
able to provide the wine, wafers, candles, and flowers for our
weekly services. The Altar Guild is responsible for the acquisition
and provision of all these elements for all services and is funded
solely by the contributions made through flower memorials as
well as through other designated gifts. Without them, we would
not be able to do so.
As the holiday season approaches, won't you please consider additional gifts to the
Altar Guild in memory or thanksgiving of loved ones. These gifts will be used to
purchase the poinsettias and flower arrangements for our Christmas celebrations.
We spend approximately $1,000 for these flowers and your contributions are needed
to help defray their costs. We very much appreciate your consideration. Should you
have any questions, please feel free to contact Kathy Nazzarini or Karin Anderson,
Altar Guild Directresses.
LECTOR SIGNUP
Sign up in the Gathering Space to read the First Reading at either 8 AM or 10 AM
through the 4th Sunday of Advent, December 21st.
You now have the opportunity to SEE and READ the lesson before you sign
up to be a lector. There is a binder in the gathering space which includes the
lesson inserts by date. Once you sign up you may take the lesson insert out of the
sleeve.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Women’s Bible Study meets on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in Room
#4 next to the Nursery. We are studying the of the Acts of the
Apostles and WELCOME all interested women to join us
TWO ADULT FORUM OFFERINGS
 9:15-10:50 AM
11/2
11/9
11/16
11/23
Everyone has a Story (of their spiritual journeys, to date)
NO Class – CAT & Small Group Readout
Everyone has a Story (of their spiritual journeys, to date)
Everyone has a Story (of their spiritual journeys, to date)
 11:15AM-Noon
Waring Webb will also facilitate an additional series of sessions on Sundays
from 11:15 – 12:00 in Room 4 focused on John Stott’s Jesus Christ: Teacher,
Servant & Savior. All are welcome to these sessions, although a book will be
provided to guide the participants’ thoughts and learning.
11/2
11/9
11/16
11/23
11/30
Jesus, Liberator
Galatians 3:1-14; 5:13-18
NO Class – CAT & Small Group Readout
Jesus, Coming Judge
Thessalonians 2:1-17
Jesus, Savior
Romans 3:9-31
No Class - Thanksgiving
LIBRARY GUILD
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny
matters compared to what lies within us.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Our book cart is full of books for all ages; stop by and
take one home to add to your Fall reading.
Our November meeting will be Monday the 10th from 9-11A.M.
New members are always welcome.
Your Library Guild – Barb Chrobak, Kate Reynolds, Gail Lupia,
Jean Young & Mary Ann Wiesner.
DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
“Almighty God, we thank you for making the earth fruitful, so that it
might produce what is needed for life: Bless those who work in the
fields; give us seasonable weather; and grant that we may all share the
fruits of the earth, rejoicing in your goodness; through Jesus Christ
our Lord. Amen.”
Daughters of the King is a lay order of women who live by a daily commitment to
prayer, service, and the spreading of God’s word. Membership is open to any
Episcopal woman, and the chapter meets once each month. Any St. Andrew’s
member can submit prayer requests, and the chapter also receives them from visitors
and guests through pew cards and the ledger book in the narthex. Please submit new
prayer requests to Ellen Spitalli at [email protected] or (630) 341-5050. Names
stay on our list for two months, which can be extended by request of the parishioner.
Our next meeting will be on Sunday, November 16, so please submit requests by
Thursday, November 13.
Your St. Marie Chapter is Donna Armstrong, Courtney Bruhl, Kim Bryze,
Rolle Burgeson, Barb Chrobak, Mary Louise Corn, Pattie DePeder,
Mary Jane Haley, Sally Hedrick, Gail Lupia, JoAnn Matejczyk, Laura Quené,
Kate Reynolds, Bobbie Sieja, Ellen Spitalli, Dianne Velazquez,
Gay Webb, Amy Wiesner, Mary Ann Wiesner, and Jean Young.
CHRISTIAN YOUTH EDUCATION COMMITTEE
We are forming a committee of interested parents and parishioners committed to the
formation of ALL our St. Andrew's youth. Please sign up in the Gathering Space.
NURSERY
While there is a paid person in the Nursery weekly, we welcome
volunteers as an extra pair of hands. You may sign up to be a
nursery helper on the nursery door. Childcare is available on
Sunday mornings in the nursery (up to age 3) in the new wing
of the building just off the gathering space beginning at 9:45
a.m. until the end of the 10:00 a.m. service. It is also available
for some of the special services throughout the year
HOLY BAPTISM
Holy Baptism is administered on designated Sundays during the service. Holy
Baptism is especially appropriate at the Easter Vigil, on the Day of Pentecost, on All
Saints' Day (or the Sunday after), the Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord (the first
Sunday after Epiphany) and the Bishop's visitation.
THE FIRST SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY
Sunday, January 11, 2015 – 8:00 A.M. or 10:00 A.M.
THE EASTER VIGIL
Saturday, April 4, 2015 – 7:30 P.M.
THE DAY OF PENTECOST
Sunday, May 24, 2015 - 8:00 A.M. or 10:00 A.M.
Godparents must be baptized Christians. It is recommended that they be either a
confirmed member of this parish or active in their own parish. Please call the Parish
Office to arrange for the Baptism and to schedule pre-baptismal instruction.
We will be having our regular rehearsals all through the month of November after
communion, in preparation for singing on Sunday, November 30, for the beginning
of Advent and the Jesse Tree presentation. We will rehearse with the organ at 9:00
a.m. in the choir loft on this Sunday. I would like the choir members to wear their
Youth Choir shirts so that the congregation will know you are a Youth Choir
member.
This month we will also begin rehearsing the music that we will sing for the
Christmas Eve service on Wednesday, December 24, at 4:00 p.m. The beautiful
voices of our Youth Choir truly make this special family service memorable and
joyful for everyone in attendance.
Happy November and Happy Thanksgiving. I am thankful for the wonderful
children of St. Andrew’s Church.
Sincerely,
Chris Stansbury
November 2 Middle School Youth Group 6-7:30 pm
This youth group is for middle school only (and their friends)!
Please bring a friend and join us for snacks and games at the
church.
November 9 Combined Youth Group 5:30-7:30 pm
Combined middle and high school grades will meet at the church.
We will be talking about things we are thankful for in preparation
for Thanksgiving, making dinner, playing games and enjoying each
other’s company. Dinner will be provided.
November 16 Pancake Breakfast 7:45 am – 12 noon
All youth are asked to help with the pancake breakfast. This will
be a fundraiser to support the youth going on the mission trip to
Mexico in June. All money raised will go towards the youth
expense of the trip. Please meet at the church at 7:45 to help with
set up. If you cannot make it for the whole morning, if you could
find part of the morning to assist with serving, refilling drinks and
clean up your help would be appreciated.
*No youth group will be held in the evening.
November 23 Combined Christmas Basket Shopping 5:30-7:30 pm
This is a combined event for both middle school and high school
youth. It is an annual shopping event that the youth always seem
to really enjoy. Youth are asked to please bring $10 to donate
towards our family that we have adopted and are shopping for.
Please meet at Target in Lombard by the Starbucks at 5:30 pm and
plan to be picked up from the church at 7:30 pm. We will be
returning to the church after our shopping to wrap our gifts. Any
parents available to help drive please let me know. If you are
unable to make it but still willing to donate please see me at church.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN
ECW SALAD SUPPER – NOVEMBER 13
All women of the parish are invited to an ECW salad supper
Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 6 p.m. in the Parish Hall.
Watch for the signup sheet in the gathering space for this event.
The supper includes a new toy drive for People’s Resource
Christmas distribution.
If you are unable to attend but would like to contribute new
toys please look for the basket in the gathering space by
November 30th. They are particularly needing craft kits and
sporting items for children aged 9-12. People’s Resource is a
not for profit charity for low income people and is located in
Wheaton and Westmont.
ST. LUCIA GUILD
St. Lucia Guild will meet at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, November 19th at 10:00
AM in the Parish Hall. Our program will be presented by Laura Quene about her
life an experiences growing up in South Africa. Please RSVCP (regrets only) to
hostesses Betty Criddell (630-985-4720, Jane Munsie-Moeller, 630-985-0320, and
Courtney Bruhl, 630-241-0499.
Also, please bring the gifts for the Christmas basket if you have not already given
them to Nancy Stapleton.
.St. Lucia’s WELCOMES new members. If anyone has any questions about
the guild or it’s activities, please call Nancy Stapleton, 630-964-4494.
ECW CATHEDRAL SHELTER BASKET - #862
There will be a place on the boxes for this family for you to check off that your
gifts are there. Boxes will be available in the Undercroft for this basket on Sunday,
November 17.
If you have signed up for a Jewel Card, please put the card in an envelope
indicating it is from you and place in Karin Anderson’s ECW mail slot in the outer
office. There is a stack of envelopes in the window of the office should you need
one.
ECW DOLLARS
To plan your Holiday Shopping ordering dates for ECW gift cards are the following
Sundays:
November 2
December 7
November 16
December 14
November 30
December 21
Orders may be placed on or before that date but will available the following Sunday.
Cash and carry will be available for purchase each Sunday.
UPCOMING EVENTS
FOR YOUR CALENDARS
December 1
Christmas Basket Pickup
December 5
Men’s Christmas Lunch – 11:30 AM @ Scarletti’s
December 13
ECW Cookie Walk - 9-11 AM
December 14
Advent Lessons & Carols – 7 PM
December 16
ECW Ornament Exchange @ Laura Howland’s
December 24
Christmas Eve Services - 4 PM & 10 PM
December 25
Christmas Day Service - 9 AM
January 18
Annual Parish Meeting
ST. ANDREW’S MEN’S
2014 CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
When: Friday, December 5, 2014
11:30 AM
Where: Za Za’s Italian Trattoria & Pasteria
441 W. Ogden Avenue, Clarendon Hills, IL 60514
630-920-0500
(South side of Ogden Ave., just past Standard Market
going east, on the right)
Cost: $20 per person includes Tax and Gratuity;
A Cash Bar available as individually desired
Details: Sign-up sheet in Gathering Space - Cash or Check accepted
Please pay Kurt Wiesner in advance as a,
Deposit required by the restaurant - Holiday Season
Menu: Prearranged - Family Style
Bread - Fresh Baked Bread
Salad - House Salad
Pasta Dish - Penne with Alfredo Sauce
Entrée - Chicken Parmesan
Dessert – Ice Cream
Beverages - Coffee, Tea and Soft Drinks
Last year’s luncheon was a really bit hit.
Due to the recent closing of Scarletti’s, we’re trying a new
Italian restaurant, also know for excellent food.
The restaurant is small but very intimate and possesses real charm!
Word has it that wine may be served with lunch.
Plan on being with us! There’s plenty of room,
so invite a neighbor, friend, or relative to join you and us!
Call (630-667-6221) or see Kurt with any questions!
Mark your calendar today!
Don’t miss this fun-filled event! Join in the holiday spirit!
COFFEE HOST SIGNUP
The 2014-2015 COFFEE HOSPITALITY CHART is
located on the wall just outside the kitchen. PLEASE use the
DRY ERASE markers when signing up. The Hospitality
Committee will be glad to answer any questions and help. Pick
a Sunday and sign up! Questions, call Bobbie Sieja, 630-9304619.
DIRECTORY UPDATES…..a regular feature of the
Crosscurrents. You can keep your directory current by noting the
changes in them when they occur. If YOU have changes, please
notify the office.
ADDITIONS:
BENZIES, Bonnie
23W155 Foxcroft Drive
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137-6928
630-858-5895
BRUHL, Jim & Courtney
4604 Middaugh Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
630-241-0499
Welcome Back!
EASLEY, Ted & Kate
Calvin, Delilah
3920 Forest Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
773-255-3960
GROUNDS CEANUP
and WORKDAY
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 beginning at 8 AM
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS
at 2:00 AM
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd
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FROM THE PARISH REGISTER
Pray for those who have been hospitalized or had surgery
Laura Butler, Alan Soukup
Pray for those who have died
John Wayne Walker
1928-1914
 REST IN PEACE 
Esther Adams
Longtime friend of the Parish.