Lenten Series to prepare for End of Life
On the next four Sundays in March, Church of the Cross Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), 475 W. Higgins Road, in Hoffman Estates is presenting an educational Lenten series, "Being Mortal: End of Life Preparation."
"Lent is a time when we reflect on our humanity as it relates to the life-giving promise of Jesus our Lord and Savior," said Rev. Julie Peterson, pastor. "We know our time on earth is limited and yet we often put off planning the reality of our own life's earthly ending."
This is the schedule of presenters and topics:
March 8, Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services will provide information on burial, cremation, costs, etc.
March 15, Rev. Magdalena Garcia of VITAS Healthcare will address hospice and palliative care services in the community.
March 22, Attorney Bill Kelley will discuss necessary legal documents for powers of attorney, living wills and more.
March 29, Rev. Julie Peterson will talk about how to plan for one's own funeral or memorial service.
The free educational series is open to the public. Each seminar will run from approximately 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Please RSVP the church office (847) 885-1199, or sign up online www.churchofthecross.online/sign-up.