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Lake County religion notes

Deadline for submissions is noon Monday. Due to space limitations, not all "Your Faith" items are listed here. The complete column appears on the Daily Herald Web site, dailyherald.com., under "religion notes." To submit items, e-mail faith@dailyherald.com.

Nov. 6

Coffee and more: A coffeehouse will be held at Wildwood Presbyterian Church, 18630 W Old Gages Lake Road, Grayslake, every first Friday of the month. At 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, the opening act will be Kirk Townander, guitar; Paul Koptak, dobro; John Daugherty, mandolin; Erol Pamay, bass; open mic. Featured act will be Dave Ness, guitar, and Kurt Barker, percussion, performing music from their CD, "Sketches," and other jazz standards. Coffee, desserts, and child care provided. (847) 223-0186.

Nov. 7

Worldview Conference: Dr. Frank Turek, author of "I Don't Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist," will present four teaching segments on why we can know truth, know that God exists, that miracles of God do exist, and the veracity of the New Testament in a conference from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Crossroads Church, 1350 State Route 137, Grayslake. For details, call (847) 362-7120 or visit crossroads@crcsbc.org.

A Country Christmas: St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 24500 N. Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods, will present "A Country Christmas" from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, in Krueger Hall. Admission is free. Coffee and doughnuts at 9 a.m., lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event will feature Christmas gifts, woodworking, natural crafts, bakery goods, "Mrs. Claus" Closet, glass and crystal ornaments and seasonal and fashion aprons. For details, call (847) 438-7709 or visit www.stmatts.net.

Home for the Holidays: A presentation and workshop about destressing the holidays will be offered from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Lord of Glory Church, 607 W. Belvidere Road, Grayslake. The free presentation will include topics such as Creating a Welcoming Environment, Making a Place for Everyone, Meals Seasoned with Love, Nourishing Hearts & Souls, and a Holiday Decorating demonstration. The first five women to sign up and bring a friend will have their table setting used in the demonstration. Call (847) 548-5673 to register.

Nov. 8

Open House: St. Gilbert School, 231 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, will have an open house from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8. Meet in the multipurpose room for questions, tours and registration. Visit stgilbertschool.org or call (847) 223-8600 to set up a personal tour.

Nov. 9

Yoga and Bible study: Annunciation of Our Lady Episcopal Church, 5725 Stearns School Road, Gurnee, will offer yoga at 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9, (bring your mat), followed by Bible Study at 10 a.m. www.annunciationgurnee.org or (847) 336-3730.

Nov. 14

Crafters needed: The Annunciation of Our Lady craft fair is coming from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at 5725 Stearns School Road, Gurnee Setup will begin at 7 a.m., where there will be complementary coffee and bakery items. Space is limited so get your registration in early; Registration fee is $30; an extra table costs $10 more. For details, call (847) 336-3730 or visit annunciationgurnee.org.

Party and craft fair: St. Mark Lutheran Church will host a Holiday Home Party and Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. Admission is free. Vendors include Pampered Chef, Mary Kay, Lia Sophia, Usborne books, and more. Craft items include silk floral arrangements and wreaths to handmade afghans, woodworking, and more. Prizes will be raffled off all day, and concessions will be available for purchase. There is still space available for 10 more vendors. For details, visit smlc.info or call (847) 356-1840. St. Mark Lutheran Church is located at 1822 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst.

Nov. 15

Book fair: Congregation Beth Am, in partnership with Barnes & Noble Lincolnshire, will hold a book fair Sunday, Nov. 15, with events throughout the day. At 1 p.m., young children through kindergarten are invited to participate in the JUF Book Buddy program with a storytime and craft. At 1:30 p.m., the Beth Am youth choir will be performing. A highlight of the afternoon is a book signing by teen author Simone Elkeles. Mention Beth Am at checkout and a portion of your purchase will go to support the community activities of the congregation.

Nov. 16

Judaism on One Foot: Are you interested in learning more about the Jewish religion? Temple Jeremiah's Rabbi Paul Cohen, Rabbi Michelle Greenberg and Education Director Dr. Anne Lidsky are offering an overview and introduction to Jewish origins, rituals and beliefs during a series of programs titled "Judaism on One Foot" at 9 a.m. Mondays, now through Nov. 16, at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield. The classes will include text study, discussion and lecture-style learning and are open to anyone who wants to learn more about Judaism. There is no charge, but participants must RSVP in advance to the temple office at (847) 441-5760 or office@templejeremiah.org.

Nov. 21

Concert: The Sounds of Faith community concert series continues in November with a special performance by Koiné at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Faith Lutheran Church in Antioch. Koiné brings a new sound to traditional Lutheran and Christian music. The concert will be followed by hospitality, which includes coffee and desserts. Faith Lutheran Church is at 24300 Grass Lake Road in Antioch. (847) 293-6101 or www.faithantioch.org.

Dec. 4

Meals for the starving: Holy Cross Lutheran Church is coordinating an effort of more than 5,000 community members of all ages to package one million lifesaving meals for starving children around the world during an event Dec. 4-6 at the new Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake. Through a partnership of Holy Cross Lutheran Church and Minnesota-based Feed My Starving Children (FMSC), volunteers will package specially-designed meals that provide the key nutrients a starving child needs to survive and thrive. FMSC will distribute these meals to orphanages, clinics, relief centers and schools in more than 60 countries in the developing world. Holy Cross Lutheran Church is seeking volunteers to help at this event. Two-hour packing sessions, each beginning with a brief orientation and overview of FMSC's work around the world, will take place at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 4, with the last day's session beginning at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6. For details or to volunteer, visit www.onemillionmeals.info or call the church at (847) 367-4060

Dec. 5

Cookie Walk: The community is invited to pick out holiday treats for gift-giving and holiday parties at the eighth annual Cookie Walk from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, at the United Protestant Church of Grayslake, 54 S. Whitney St. Homemade cookies, candies and holiday treats, are all priced at $7 per pound. The Cookie Walk is sponsored by the UPC Women's Christian Fellowship, with proceeds to benefit their mission activities. (847) 223-8131.

Dec. 10

'A Christmas Carol': The Beginnings Drama Team of St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 10 S. Lake St., Mundelein, presents its second annual production of "A Christmas Caro," Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 10-12. Charles Dickens' play has been adapted by John and Wendi Kelly of Grayslake and features many North suburban actors, including Ethan Kofman, 9, of Mundelein, in the role of Tiny Tim. Tom Koch, Vernon Hills, stars as Scrooge. The cast includes: Anita Pahlman, Druce Lake; Megan Hutsell, John Kelly, Tania Lynn, Alexia Skye, Elizabeth Zimmerman and Michael Zimmerman of Grayslake; Claire Sural, Libertyville; Al Hitzke, Bobbi La Belle, Chris Markgraf, Sue Markgraf, Jimmy McGonagle, Colin Selbo, Rachel Selbo, Jenny Tomlin, Rebecca Van Sickel of Mundelein; and Jamie Hartman of Waukegan. This year's production will be directed by Wendi Kelly, with Assistant Director Tania Lynn and Technical Director John Kelly. Crew and logistical support is being provided by Brenda Sural of Libertyville; Tom Beyer, Brian Odino, Chuck Fitz-Hugh of Mundelein and Kenn Pahlman of Druce Lake. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. each day, with a matinee at 3 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for children and seniors. Proceeds will benefit church programming and community outreach. Bring canned goods for a food drive to benefit COOL Food Pantry and Transitional Housing, Waukegan. For details or tickets, call (847) 752-5861 or visit www.standrewmundelein.org.

Dec.

Stuffing stockings: The Sunday school at Community Protestant Church, United Church of Christ in Mundelein, is gathering items to stuff into Christmas stockings that will be distributed by the Night Ministry of Chicago. During the week before Christmas, the Night Ministry's Health Outreach bus visits six regular Chicago neighborhoods and gives out the stockings to hundreds of their guests, as well as hot chocolate and cookies. Items such as thermal socks, lip balm, candy, hand warmers and magic gloves are put in the stockings. Community Protestant's Youth Group will be taking a tour of the Night Ministry facilities in early December and see firsthand the wide ranging programs offered to the homeless. Community Protestant Church is at 418 N. Prairie Ave., Mundelein. For details, call (847) 566-4000.

Ongoing

Church activities: Kirk of the Lakes Presbyterian Church, 1500 W. Hawley St. in Mundelein, offers a variety of activities. Photo Club meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Craft Club meets at 9:30 a.m. every Monday. Open gym for basketball is every Saturday at 11 a.m. Women's Bible Study is at 11 a.m. every Friday. Men's Bible Study is every Saturday at 8 a.m. For questions, call (847) 949-8670 or visit kirkofthelakes.org

Parenting: Hope Church, 32475 N. Alleghany Road, Grayslake, will offer Hope from 7-8:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays, September-December. Topics include Real Parenting, Real Financial Freedom and Real Belief. (847) 543-1659 or hopeepc@hopeepc.net

Youth group: The Junior and Senior High Youth Groups of Community Protestant Church, United Church of Christ, in Mundelein will meet Sunday evenings this fall. Junior High Youth will meet from 3:30 to 5 p.m. the second and fourth Sundays, while Senior High Youth meet from 3:30 to 5 p.m. the first and third Sundays. The groups meet at Community Protestant Church, 418 N. Prairie Ave. in Mundelein. For details, call the Rev. Alisha Mills at (847) 566-4000.

Services in Spanish: Church of the Holy Family/Sagrada Familia (Episcopal) in Lake Villa offers services in Spanish at 5 p.m. Sundays. Sunday Eucharist service in English is at 9 a.m. The church is at 24219 Lehmann Blvd. (847) 356-7722, theholyfamilychurch.com. Thrift Shop is open 9 to noon Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. $2 bag sale last Saturday each month. Donations are welcome.

Friday Friends: Friday Friends has been organized within The Kirk of the Lakes Presbyterian Church in Mundelein for the purpose of fun and fellowship. The group meets the second Friday of the month, each time at different members' homes. For details, call (847) 949-8670.

Recycling: On the third Sunday of each month, youth will man the recycle bin between services from 9:30 to 10 a.m. and after 11 a.m. Bring your old newspapers, junk mail and catalogs. Youth will be ready to assist with the unloading of your car as you drive up to the bin in the Grace parking lot. The recycle bin is in place on a daily basis. A portion of the cash credits for all paper donations will be used toward a green gift for the community. Grace Lutheran Church is at 501 Valley Park Drive in Libertyville. aboutgracelutheran.org or (847) 367-7050.

For seniors: The senior group, The Primetimers, meets at The Kirk of the Lakes Presbyterian Church in Mundelein the fourth Monday of the month for refreshments, book studies and guest speakers. In addition, the group sometimes attends local plays, historical activities and visits tourist attractions. For details, call (847) 949-8670.

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