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An Open And Affirming Community Of Faith -
We Welcome All Beliefs!
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Sage meets every Friday at 1 PM. Check here for the church calendar for the link.
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June is Pride Month! See our special page on the website for Pride events. PRIDE EVENTS HERE
- Meditation on Wednesday, June 5th at 7 pm
- Pride Pot Luck 6/30 after service with A Church 4Me - see below
- Next Board Meeting is June 20th via Zoom
- Brookfield 4th of July Parade - See Below
- Looking ahead to June, if you would like to add or update a photo of your father (Fathers Day in June), or of someone who was a parental figure to you, dig those pictures out to send to Roxann at roxann.victory@outlook.com.
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Support Holy Covenant MCC
with Your Generosity Today!
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Giving Needed Weekly
(4 WEEKS) $1,170
The monthly difference is -$471
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Our bills are listed for the month of
MAY 2024.
Your generosity helps us pay the bills. Any amount helps us meet our obligations.
If you would like to pay one of the bills,
please designate that in your donation.
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Hallelujah! The heavens have answered our prayers for a new laptop at the church! A glorious angel, swooped in with a divine donation from the New Spirit church vaults to bless us with a $3,000 check which we used to purchase a Dell G15 Intel Core I9 laptop! With 16mb of memory and a 1 tb hard drive, this baby is a true miracle worker!
Roxann wasted no time setting it up, ensuring our Sunday services run smoother than a silk robe on a choirboy. Priced at $1,499, this heavenly device comes with 3 years of service to keep us connected to the big guy upstairs without any technical glitches. And that's not all - our board members, in their infinite wisdom, will be investing in a large screen TV to amplify the glory of our new laptop's content for all to see!
Thanks to this celestial collaboration our congregation can now enjoy a seamless service experience, free of interruptions and full of heavenly visuals! Hallelujah and amen!
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UPCOMING EVENTS OF INTEREST | |
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PINTS WITH THE PASTOR
JUNE 13TH!
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Join us at Pub 78 in beautiful downtown Brookfield for no-host dinner and/or drinks. conversation and good times from 6 pm - 8 pm.
Time: 6 pm, Thursday, June 13th.
Pub 78
3733 Grand Ave
Brookfield, IL 60513
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PRIDE MONTH
The gay liberation movement was a social and political movement of the late 1960s through the mid-1980s in the Western world, that urged lesbians and gay men to engage in radical direct action, and to counter societal shame with gay pride. In the feminist spirit of the personal being political, the most basic form of activism was an emphasis on coming out to family, friends, and colleagues, and living life as an openly lesbian or gay person.
The Stonewall Inn in the gay village of Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York City, was the site of the June 1969 Stonewall riots, and became the cradle of the modern LGBT rights movement, and the subsequent gay liberation movement. Early in the seventies, annual political marches through major cities, (usually held in June, originally to commemorate the yearly anniversary of the events at Stonewall) were still known as "Gay Liberation" marches. Not until later in the seventies (in urban gay centers) and well into the eighties (in smaller communities) did the marches begin to be called "gay pride parades". The movement involved the lesbian and gay communities in North America, South America, Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand.
More information is available on Wikipedia..
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POT LUCK JUNE 30TH! BE FABULOUS! | |
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POTLUCK - PRIDE!
JUNE 30, 2024
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See our Special June Pride Events Page Here | |
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Brookfield's 4th of July Parade | |
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Yo, check it out! We've got a sick van lined up for the parade, but we need your help to make it pop! We're talking rainbows, flags, American flags with rainbows - the whole shebang. If you're down to be part of this epic parade, stay after services on Sunday, June 23rd to discuss. Let's make this parade one for the books!
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THRIVE WITH PRIDE CAFE FOR JUNE 6TH at 7 Pm -
Exploring the Expansiveness of Gender
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Are you looking for ways to better support trans community members? Do you have questions you’ve been afraid or embarrassed to ask or don’t know who to ask?
Join Karari Olvera (she/they) and Jes Favers du Shine (they/them) from Praxis Group for a guided discussion in a non-judgmental space as they explore the expansiveness of gender through national data and their own experiences navigating the world as trans and gender non-conforming (TGNC) people.
Click here to download the informational flyer. Contact Rev. Martha revmarthadaniels@gmail.com for the link.
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THRIVE WITH PRIDE CAFE FOR JUNE 25TH at 11 am -
CELEBRATING THE CREATIVITY OF OUR COMMUNITY
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Tuesday, June 25 from 11am-Noon, Thrive with Pride by AgeOptions presents Celebrating the Creativity of our Community.
With so many events to shuffle between during Pride Month, we invite you to sit back, relax and let us bring this specially curated LGBTQ+ "gallery tour" to you. Our virtual tour guide, Molly Fulop, is a longtime participant and research assistant for the (Chicago-based) LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Dialogue Project and a doctoral student specializing in LGBTQ+ art education at UIC.
Pre-registration is required. View flyer here to see how to register.
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Dive into our Queer History Course and learn about the often-hidden stories of queer lives, struggles, and triumphs across different cultures and time periods. Explore the lives of trailblazing activists, artists, and everyday people who shaped the LGBTQ+ community, from Stonewall and beyond.
This course fulfills the Ministry Action Plan requirements, and is open to anyone who is interested. The course will have Rev. Dr. Kelby Accardi-Harrison as the instructor.
Preliminary Meeting: June 1; 11AM-12PM CST (1 hour)
Class Meetings: June 22, July 13, July 27; 11AM-1PM CST (2 hours each)
Please contact Rev. Cathy Alexander via email for more information (link below).
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Join our comprehensive Gender and Sexuality Course which delves into the fascinating and diverse tapestry of the human experience. Explore the concepts of sex, gender, and sexuality, and how they affect our human lives. Let's challenge the stereotypes, embrace inclusivity, and gain insights on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
This course fulfills the Ministry Action Plan requirements, and is open to anyone who is interested. The course will have Rev. Dr. Francisco Danielsen-Morales as the instructor.
Schedule: June 7, June 14, June 21, and June 28; 4PM to 6PM ET
Please contact Rev. Cathy Alexander via email for more information (link below).
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HOLY COVENANT BOARD MEETING
JUNE 20TH VIA ZOOM
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The next Board meeting will be held on June 20th, 7 pm via Zoom. The Board discussed about moving meetings to Zoom and it was approved by everyone. If you would like to attend a meeting via Zoom, please contact Rev. Martha for the link so you can listen and observe.
You can find all the Board agenda, minutes and financials on our website. They are also posted on the bulletin board in Fellowship Hall.
You can find a PDF of the past Board Meetings Agenda, Minutes and church financials here
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WEEKLY SERVICE INFORMATION | |
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HYBRID - IN PERSON AND ON YOUTUBE
REV. MARTHA DANIELS PREACHING
10:00 AM CST
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Our worship celebration is every Sunday at 10 am CST. If you would like to join us you may join us in person or go to our YouTube page and click to watch the service or previous services.
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Mark 2:23-3:6
Sermon Title: "Who is Sabbath For?"
Have a candle ready to light, a cookie or bread, and a glass of your favorite libation for communion if you are watching online.
You can also find previous services on our YouTube Channel here.
Rev. Martha is available by email, phone, Facebook Messenger, and text for any pastoral needs you may have revmarthadaniels@gmail.com
DO YOU WANT TO HELP WITH WORSHIP?
Do you feel a call to help with worship? To read a prayer, or a reading, or to usher or serve communion? Whether you are here in person or virtually, we need and want your gifts! Contact Rev. Martha or Roxann at roxann.victory@outlook.com.
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Join us all month long for informative seminars, health programs, fitness, entertainment, and more!
Hello Neighbors! Below is our June schedule. Join us all month long for informative seminars, brain health programs, fitness, history, entertainment, and more online and in person! Just click here for the list of classes.
We encourage you to share our class schedule with friends, family, and neighbors, near & far, of any age – everyone is welcome to join us! All of our classes are free & no advance registration is required. We hope to see you soon on Zoom!
Thank you all for being a part of the Aging Well Neighborhood!
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INNOVATIVE SUPPORTS FOR CHICAGO AREA LGBTQ+ OLDER ADULTS
Friday, June 7 from 8:30-10:30am, AgeOptions and West Suburban Senior Services LGBT+ Program will be presenting at Aging with Pride: Innovative Supports for Chicago Area LGBTQ+ Older Adults.
This ASA Chicagoland Roundtable will cover recent updates to the Older Americans Act rules and present three innovative programs that address the unique needs of Chicago area older LBGTQ+ adults. Register here.
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Friday, June 28 - West Suburban Senior Services LGBT+ Program will host a Pride Picnic with in/outdoor dining and live music. Space is limited. Please contact Eric Eugenio-Vironet for more details at evironet@cmsschicago.org.
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Thursday, June 20 from 5-9pm, we will be participating in Downtown Oak Park’s second annual Thursday Night "Out in the Burbs" Pride Night!
There will be a resource fair of local organizations that provide services to the LGBTQIA+ community and drag queens representing local businesses. Nina and other AgeOptions staff will have a table set up in Lot 3 (next to Q-BBQ) on Marian street between Lake St and North Blvd.
Invite a friend, stop by to see us, and enjoy some live music while dining around town! Learn more about the event here.
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SHARE FOOD, SHARE LOVE
FOOD PANTRY NEEDS YOUR HELP!
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Want to volunteer at Share Food Share Love, click here!
Food insecurity has emerged as a pressing public health issue impacting our communities, exacerbated by the recent termination of additional funding in the SNAP program. In response, it is crucial to rally behind initiatives like Share Food Share Love, a vital organization aiding those in need. Your contribution to the Share Food Share Love Food Pantry can significantly impact struggling families by providing three meals with just a $1.00 donation. Your generosity plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our community members do not go hungry. We urge all community members to join us in combating food insecurity by supporting the Share Food Share Love Food Pantry. Convenient drop-off locations are available, such as the food box at Tischler's or the church, for your non-perishable food donations. Let us unite in solidarity to navigate these challenging times together. Thank you for standing with us in this important cause.
If you live in the surrounding area of Brookfield, you may qualify to be our neighbor at Share Food, Share Love. You can stop in on Tuesday evenings 7pm to 9 pm and Saturday mornings 10 am to 12 pm to apply and gather up some food for you and your family. If you do come, please try to bring your own reusable bags but if you forget, we will have bags for you.
Thank you!
SHARE FOOD, SHARE LOVE GIVING PAGE
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WSSS (SAGE) CALENDAR, EVENTS & MENU | |
West Suburban Senior Services (previously known as West Suburban SAGE) a social support group for LGBTQ seniors, meets both via ZOOM and in person on Fridays at 1 pm. Please contact Eric Eugenio Vironet (evironet@cmsschicago.org) if you plan to attend in person as space is limited. Meeting are held at 439 Bohland, Bellwood, Illinois.
Please check out the link below to purchase tickets or make donations to our Spring Fundraiser supporting West Suburban Senior Services.
2024 Spring Concert | Chicago Methodist Senior Services (cmsschicago.org)
Join CMSS for our spring fundraiser Still Rockin’ at FitzGerald’s. The evening will feature music from the 60s and 70s performed by renowned Chicago musician Phil Angotti. All proceeds from the event support programming and resources for older adults at CMSS’ West Suburban campus.
West Suburban June Activity Calendar click here
West Suburban June Menu click here
West Suburban Senior Services website click here
WSSS Facebook Page click here
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PASTOR'S PICK CORNER -
Rev. Daniels Reading/
Listening/Watching Suggestions
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The Pastor's Picks for June will be here next week.
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MEDITATION WILL BE JUNE 5TH! | |
The next date for meditation with Mary Ann will be on Wednesday JUNE 5TH at 7:00 pm. We hope to see you there!
For more information about meditation please contact Mary Ann Latsaras at only1amar@yahoo.com.
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AMAZON HAS OUR LIST OF NEEDS!
UPDATED LIST!
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We have updated our "needs" list online at Amazon. We ask that you look at our list of what items we are in need of and purchase something for the church.
This list is available to see here HC Need List and is updated as needed. You can order and pay for anything off this list and have it shipped directly to the church. We appreciate anything you can order for us!
We thank you for your continued support of Holy Covenant!
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NEED POWER OF ATTORNEY OR WILL? | | | |
NEW T-SHIRTS FOR HOLY COVENANT
NOW AVAILABLE! ORDER NOW! Show your support of Holy Covenant by buying a t-shirt. Many sizes, shirt types and colors to choose from. These shirts will be used throughout the year when we attend Pride parades or fests and for our garage sales so we are known to our neighbors. A small portion of the proceeds goes to Holy Covenant. Any questions please see Roxann Victory or email her at roxann.victory@outlook.com.
Click here to order! https://www.bonfire.com/holy-covenant-mcc/
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We mourn and pray for all the families who have suffered personal losses from gun violence at our schools, churches, and hospitals. public venues and other places.
Prayers of Gratitude for Cheryl Bartik and John Bell for sharing their gifts with this congregation.1
Prayers of Thanksgiving for Patii & Laura's friend Bernedette who landed a paralegal position after 10-months of unemployment.2
Prayers for Karla C. that the Doctors find out why she is having strokes.2
Prayers of gratitude for Barbara R's grandson was accepted to the college of his choice in the Netherlands.2
Prayers for Roxann's friends Lita and Candy Jr in the passing of Candy Sr on Saturday night. May God bring them comfort and happy memories during this hard time.2
Prayers of healing for Roxann's friends DeVon and Evan and wisdom for their doctors.2
Prayers for Jim u.'s Brother-in-Law John and for his neighbor Dana who is in the hospital and travel mercies as he moves to Minnesota.3
Prayers for Scott to be healed from Cancer.3
Prayers for all mothers grieving the loss of a child, for those who are grieving the child they were never able to have and for everyone grieving the absence of their mothers.3
Prayers that all that are unemployed or underemployed find gainful employment.
Prayers for those with harden hearts that feel the need to deface places of worship.
Prayers and strength for Ukraine, for those who are relocating, and to end the war and unnecessary deaths.
Prayers for all our first responders that they stay safe while helping others.
Prayers that God will provide for those who are hungry, unemployed, and homeless,
or in financial difficulties.
All those affected by HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, COVID-19, and other life-threatening illnesses.
All communities of faith.
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LINKS AND OTHER INFORMATION | |
There is a universal help line 211 for Cook County. They can help residents with housing, food, health services and more. It is a 24 hour seven day a week operation and have trained professionals answer the phone and are able to help you | |
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Missed a sermon?
Click here to catch up and watch on the Holy Covenant YouTube channel!
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If you or someone you know is in an emergency call 911 for help.
Need someone to talk to? Call the suicide lifeline by dialing 988.
NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Health
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Dial 988
Other Useful Links
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Every day brings something new—
and God is with us always!
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9145 Grant Ave
Brookfield, IL 60513
Phone: 708.387.1611
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