Jesus Has Left the Building...and We're Going with Him

Last summer, the Presbyterian Church of Western Springs hosted a series of service days called Jesus Has Left the Building.  These days offered people of all ages the opportunity to do mission and service work to support people in need, both locally and globally.  We had such a positive response to this series that it is back for Sunday, July 14.

Please join us on July 14 for a brief worship service at 9:30am.  After the abbreviated service, you will have the chance to participate in one or more service activities.  We have projects for all ages, interests and activity levels.  Here are some of the projects we’ll be working on this Sunday:

• Fleece Blankets for Project Linus:  Turn a piece of fleece into a blanket to comfort a hospitalized child

• Prayer Boxes for the BEDS PLUS clients

• Create bracelets for our youth to share on their Mission trip to the Appalachian Service Project

• Assemble Hygiene Kits for Church World Service:  These kits help people globally during a time of need recovering from natural disasters

• Cook a meal for Constance Morris House:  Bring your culinary talents to help us provide a nourishing meal for women and children recovering from domestic violence

• Our musical friends will travel to a local nursing home to share hymns and songs of the season

• Come to our Writing Room to write letters to our sister congregation in Cuba and special greeting cards to the children of Amka Africa.

There are projects for all skill levels, all ages and a variety of time commitments.  Only have a few minutes after worship?  There are still some meaningful projects in which you can participate.  It was great to see so many adults and children working together last year in our Jesus Has Left the Building Series and we hope to have a robust group this Sunday, July 14.  Please join us!

What else is going on at PCWS this week:

• Theology on Tap continues!  Have you been to any of these fun and interesting get-togethers?  Join Pastor Ashley-Anne Masters for an informal meal and discussion of how people of faith respond to current events.  On Monday, July 8, we’re meeting at Country House in Clarendon Hills at 7pm.  On Friday, July 12, we’re meeting for lunch at Miller’s Pub in Chicago, 12 noon.  Call the church office for more information, 708-246-5220.

• Sunday, July 14:  Worship at 9:30am, followed by Jesus Has Left the Building

• Monday, July 15:  Vacation Bible School starts!  We are hosting a carnival-themed Vacation Bible School July 15-19 from 9am to noon.  Join us for crafts, music, science, stories, sports and games and delicious snacks.  Looking forward to seeing your kids there!

How do I get involved in all these good things?  Here’s how to reach us:

PCWS Phone:  708-246-5220

PCWS Web Site:  www.presbyws.org

Address:  5250 Wolf Road in Western Springs

Social?  Check us out on Facebook and Twitter (@PCWS)