| May 4 |
Informational Meeting – Proposed constitutional updates. Led by Joyce Skoog, moderator. This meeting will focus on the Early Childhood Program and board culture vs. ministry culture as it related to the proposed changes to the Union Church Constitution. |
| May 11 |
“Christianity vs. Atheism: A Debate,” led by Julie Ruth Harley and Andrew Johnson.
Several recent bestsellers attack religious faith. In this Forum, we will present the atheist perspective, as well as responses in defense of Christian faith.
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| May 18 |
“Campus Security,” led by Rev. Scott Matheny,
chaplain from Elmhurst College, and other staff from Elmhurst. In light of recent campus shootings, Chaplain Matheny will describe how colleges and universities have instituted greater security precautions and notifications.
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| May 25 |
11:30 a.m. in the CHAPEL.
Memorial Service to honor those who died in service to our country |
| June 1 |
“The Bible for Dummies, Part Two,” led by Jer Hylen and Thom Parrott-Sheffer |
| June 8 |
UCC Pastoral Letter on Faith Engaging Science and Technology – “A New Voice Arising” – with responses from scientists in the congregation |
| June 15 |
“Teaching Children about Stewardship,” led by Susan Young |
| June 22 |
Church Picnic - NO Forum |
| June 29 |
“Portfolio Life: The New Path to Work, Purpose and Passion after 50,” a review of the recent book by David D. Corbett, led by Julie Ruth Harley. Corbett says we should eliminate the word “retirement” from our vocabulary and instead build a diverse portfolio of interests and commitments which we pursue for a lifetime. |
| July 6 |
“The Lord’s Prayer,” led by Larry Hebert. |
| July 13 |
“Nonviolent Communication: Language of the Heart,” led by Rev. Leslie Ritter-Jenkins,
First Congregational Church of Western Springs |
| July 20 |
TBA |
| July 27 |
“Renewal in the Wilderness: A Spiritual Guide to Connecting with God in the Natural World,” John Lionberger, president of Renewal in the Wilderness. |
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Many topics are continually being added. If you would like to suggest a speaker or
topic please contact the Dr. Rev. Julie Ruth Harley via email at jrharley@uchinsdale.org
or by phone at
(630) 323.4303 ext. 6659.
*Schedule is subject to change. Last updated April 29th, 2008
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