Religion notes

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Adult education

Immanuel United Church of Christ will hold a new weekly Parents Group Mondays in the west classroom during the same time as the Lifeboat High School Community Youth Group, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 1500 Old Church Road Streamwood. (630) 837-0190 or streamwoodiucc.org.

St. Hubert Job and Networking Ministry, 729 Grand Canyon, Hoffman Estates, holds a variety of non-denominational events free and open to all occupations. Learn the fundamentals of careering and get in-depth knowledge from the seminars and meetings and career topics offered in various area locations. Contact Bob Podgorski at (847) 925-6005.

Children, teens

Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran (Missouri Synod), 1116 Devon Ave., Bartlett, has preschool openings for the fall session for 2-, 3- and 4-year-old children. (630) 483-9611.

Prince of Peace Preschool and Kindergarten, 930 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg, has begun registration for the 2008-09 school year. It offers several different options for preschool and kindergarten classes and an extended day through a Parents' Day Out program. (847) 885-7036.

Prince of Peace Preschool and Kindergarten, 930 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg, will celebrate its 40th year at 9:45 a.m. April 6 in a special service with Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. A reception in the Fellowship Hall with current students and alumni, their families, and current and former teachers will immediately follow the service. (847) 885-7036.

Big Barn Preschool has openings for winter registration for ages 3 to 6 at 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. (847) 895-3257.

Beth Tikvah Congregation will offer Camp Tikvah this summer for children entering kindergarten through fourth grade. Camp has two session running from June 23-July 3 and July 7-18. Registration is now being accepted. A Camp Tikvah Information Day will be from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Sunday. (847) 885-4545 or www.beth-tikvah.org.

Fundraisers

Immanuel United Church of Christ, 1500 Old Church Road, Streamwood, will hold a rummage sale from 9 am. to 4 p.m. April 18 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 19 in Volkening Hall. Coffee, tea and lemonade will be available for 25 cents per cup. (630) 837-0190. www.streamwoodiucc.org.

Miscellaneous

In an effort to seek common ground and greater understanding between neighbors of different faiths, a series of interfaith dialogues have been planned at three distinct houses of worship.

Patterned after "Abraham Salons" suggested by author Bruce Feiler in his book, "Abraham," each community will jointly stage three different discussions focusing on each of the faiths. The presentations will emphasize the common heritage that began with Abraham, whose story inspires all three of the faiths.

Rabbi Max Weiss of Beth Tikvah Congregation, the Rev. Don Myrom of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, and Dr. Khalid Sami of the Islamic Society of Northwest Suburbs will each speak on their own faith at another's house of worship.

The second event will be at 7 p.m. March 27 at Beth Tikvah Congregation, 300 Hillcrest Blvd., Hoffman Estates, with a presentation by Dr. Khalid Sami on Islam. The third event will take place at 5 p.m. April 12 at the Islamic Society of Northwest Suburbs Mosque, 3950 Industrial Drive, Rolling Meadows, with a presentation by the Rev. Don Myrom.

Each meeting will start with a 20-minute presentation by the featured speaker on their faith, followed by comments from the two other faith leaders. There will also be time for questions from the audience. A short dessert fellowship will conclude each evening.

St. John the Evangelist Church will have a Texas Hold 'em Tournament at Kyle Hall, 513 Parkside Circle, Streamwood, at 6 p.m. April 19. Tournament fee is $50 per player, players must be 21 years old, and prizes are awarded to the top 5 finishers. To register, contact Brian Prus at (630) 540-9350 or email bcprus@ameritech.net.

Faith World Outreach, 6N100 Route 59, Bartlett, is partnering with Angel Food Ministries to provide groceries to those in need. For $25, a family in need receives a box of quality groceries, both fresh and frozen items. (630) 830-0193 or visit the Web site at angelfoodministries.com.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Roselle, will dedicate its new Care Center with a "parade from old to new" and other activities today. The new building, at 233 E. Maple, will house both child care and adult care facilities as well as a forthcoming youth center.

The dedication will begin at the older facility at 575 S. Rush with opening remarks and devotions at 10:45 a.m., followed by an Easter egg hunt. After the hunt, the children will line up for a parade to the new facility -- just a few blocks away. At the new center, there will be an official welcome and blessing from Senior Pastor the Rev. Charles S. Mueller, Jr., as well as a few other speakers, including Roselle Mayor Gayle Smolinski. There will then be a ribbon-cutting followed by refreshments and building tours. (630) 894-3263.

Performances

"The Witness," a dramatic musical by Jimmy & Carol Owens which tells the story of the life of Christ as seen through the eyes of his disciple Peter, will be performed by Life Singers Ministries at Living Christ Lutheran Church, 1402 Arlington Drive in Hanover Park (the blue church on the corner of Arlington and Greenbrook) today. A raffle and refreshments will precede the event at 7 p.m., with the performance beginning at 7:30 p.m. Free childcare will be provided for young children. A freewill offering will be taken following the program. www.lclutheran.org

The Carthage Choir, one of the oldest touring college choirs in the nation, will present a concert of sacred music at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Living Lord Lutheran Church, 1044 Congress Drive, Bartlett. (630) 830-3630

Life Changers International Church, 2500 Beverly Road, Hoffman Estates, will feature Tenth Avenue North at 8 p.m. April 4. Ticket prices range from $23 to $35. Tickets are available through iTickets.com/(800) 965-9324 and Ticketmaster.com/(312) 559-1212. Group rates are available through iTickets.com.

Special services

The Divine Mercy of Jesus Devotion will be held at 2 p.m. March 30 at St. Ansgar Catholic Church, 2040 Laurel Ave., Hanover Park, and at 5 p.m. at St. Marcelline Catholic Church, 820 S. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. There will be a procession, Chaplet of the Divine Mercy and benediction. Knights of Columbus from both parishes will provide Honor Guards. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available. For more information, call Lou Kolbeck at (847) 895-3037.

Congregation Kneseth Israel holds Shabbat services at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 a.m. Saturdays at the synagogue, 330 Division St., Elgin. Religious school for pre-kindergarten to high school. A carnival to celebrate Purim will be at 10:45 a.m. Sunday. The carnival will include a costume parade, talent show, lunch and games. (847) 741-5656 or ckielgin.org.

Congregation Shirat Shalom offers Shabbat services every Saturday at 9:45 a.m., followed by a community kiddush luncheon. Tot Shabbat services are on the third Friday of the month. Adult education classes are on Thursdays and Saturdays. On Thursday, the Purim celebration begins at 6 p.m. Join in for a fun service, spirited megillah reading, Purimspiel (Purim play), and hamantaschen. (847) 695-6246, e-mail hazzansarah@gmail.com, or visit CongregationShiratShalom.org.

Immanuel United Church of Christ, 1500 Old Church Road, Streamwood, has new Sunday worship hours:

9 a.m.: Worship (traditional with a bit of contemporary), fellowship and coffee following the service.

10:15 a.m.: Adult and children's education in the west classroom

11:30 a.m.: Worship (contemporary service)

Fourth Sunday of the month only: 6 p.m.-- No sanctuary required. This time is set aside to work on mission projects.

(630) 837-0190 or streamwoodiucc.org

St. Marcelline Catholic Church will have a prayer service from 7 to 8 p.m. April 2 in the Family Room, 820 S. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg, as part of a worldwide endeavor to honor Pope John Paul II at the third anniversary of his death. Enter through the doors off the north end of the parking lot. (847) 524-4429.

Women's programs

Women at the Well, St. Marcelline's newest ministry for women, will meet at 7 p.m. April 11 in the Family Room. A light meal is planned for the evening, and a presentation titled "Women of the Bible," will be presented by Chrissy Zaker. The evening also includes prayer, a time for fellowship, and an opportunity to share your thoughts on faith, family, health and womanhood. A donation of $7 is requested. To make reservations, call (847) 524-4429. 820 S. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg.