Lake Co. religion notes

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Preschool: Parents Day Out Christian Preschool for ages 2 to 5 is offered from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Wednesday or Tuesday-Thursday through United Methodist Church of Antioch, 848 Main St., Antioch. For details, call (847) 395-1362.

Grant award: ElderCARE@ChristChurch announced that it has been recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois for its success in providing services to homebound, frail elders in northern Lake County, and has been awarded a $5,000 grant to continue its efforts. Through ElderCARE@ChristChurch, volunteers from 51 different faith communities, as well as the community at large, work together to provide simple services that allows older adults to remain healthy, independent and in their own homes. The primary services provided by the volunteers include visits to decrease isolation, grocery shopping to assure elders have food of their own choosing, and transportation to medical appointments. For details, call the ElderCARE office at (847) 406-4683.

Jan. 15Performance: Singer-songwriter Amy Shreve will be a guest artist at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1822 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst. She will be joined by her husband and producer, Gary Wixtrom, who will be backing her with guitars, percussion and a mandolin. There will be a freewill offering taken during this concert event to benefit the St. Mark High School Youth Group Summer Mission Trip to the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation in Montana (June 19-26, 2010).Jan. 16St. Paul: A Bible study, led by Pastor Emeritus Chuck Merkner, will explore the heart and mind of Saint Paul from 8:30-9:45 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, at Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25225 W. Ivanhoe Road, Wauconda. The study guide will be Professor Tom Wright's commentary "Paul for Everyone - II Corinthians." For details, call (847) 526-1075.Jan. 17Documentary: In celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Temple Jeremiah, in cooperation with the Interfaith Housing Center of the Northern Suburbs, will host the famed documentary, "Banished: How Whites Drove Blacks Out of Town in America," at 1 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 17 at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield. The film looks at three U.S. towns which, at the turn of the last century, forced the exodus of their entire African-American population and explores what, if anything, can be done now to repair this injustice. A discussion will follow with Dino Robinson and Doria Johnson, the great, great-granddaughter of Anthony Crawford, who was lynched in South Carolina in 1916. This program is suitable for ages 13 and up.Jan. 19Retreat: "Loving Community" retreat will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, at Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25225 W. Ivanhoe Road, Wauconda. This one-day session is based on the book "The Color of Love." Books are available to share or to purchase. Call (847) 526-1075 to register.Jan. 23Saint Damien: Get your tickets now to see Saint Damien come to life as Wayne Messmer assumes the title role of Damien in the award-winning one-man show "Damien," by Aldyth Morris. The show is currently playing in the Northwest suburbs at the Chapel Theater in Winnetka, Pine and Lincoln. The next shows are at 8 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 23 and Feb. 27. Two charities benefit from performances of "Damien": The Glycogen Storage Disease Program team at the University of Florida at the Messmers' request, on behalf of their granddaughter; and Stauros U.S.A., a locally based, national nonprofit organization committed to helping people find meaning, hope and peace in the midst of suffering. Tickets are $20. Call: (888) 736-7552. For information about the play, visit www.damienplay.orgJan. 24Anniversary celebration: Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25225 W. Ivanhoe Road, Wauconda, will celebrate its 50th anniversary Sunday, Jan. 24, at all services. Come dressed as you (or your elders) did in the 1960s. Concert: North Shore Unitarian Church welcomes award-winning soprano Susanna Phillips at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield. This event is free, however, donations will be accepted for the artist. Reception to follow concert.Jan. 29Choir concert: The renowned Chicago Children's Choir will join in song at Temple Jeremiah's Shabbat Shira Service at 8 p.m., Friday, Jan. 29, at the synagogue, 937 Happ Road, Northfield.Jan. 31Author: Maggie Anton, author of the best-selling "Rashi's Daughters," will speak about the latest book in her trilogy, "Rachel: A Novel of Love and the Talmud in Medieval France" at 10 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 31, at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield. Inquiry class: A new member inquiry class will be from 11:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31, at Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25225 W. Ivanhoe Road, Wauconda. One session only. Lunch and child care included. Call the Rev. Dawn Mass at (847) 526-1075.Schedule change: Grace Lutheran Church, 501 Valley Park Drive, Libertyville will have only a 10 a.m. worship service Sunday, Jan. 31. (847) 367-7050 or gracelutheranlibertyville.org.Feb. 14Celebration of Marriage: Enjoy a potluck dinner for married couples at 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, at Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25225 W. Ivanhoe Road, Wauconda. If you wish, bring wedding photos and other memorabilia to share. Call church office to register, (847) 526-1075.Feb. 28Anniversary celebration: Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25225 W. Ivanhoe Road, Wauconda, will celebrate its 50th anniversary Sunday, Feb. 28, at all services. Come dressed as you (or your elders) did in the 1970s. Call Sally Lubeno at (847) 526-9308 for details.OngoingChurch 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.orgServices 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.