ANNOUNCEMENTS
Condolences
We extend sincere condolences to Deacon Stanford Owens and family in the passing of his daughter, Ms. Lori Ann Owen. Her is scheduled for Friday here at Bellevue. Visitation 10:00 a.m. Funeral 11:00 a.m. Let us continue to pray for the Owens family as they go through this time of bereavement.
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Comfort Ministry
The Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
The Grief Ministry name has changed to Comfort Ministry. To kick-off the renaming of the ministry we would like to spotlight a book by Dr. David Jeremiah – When Your World Falls Apart-Seeing Past the Pain of the Present.
I have a limited number of books available for those who would like a copy of this book. There is a sheet outside of the office. If you have any questions, you can contact Andrea Jones 773-576-5528
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WOMEN MENTORING WOMEN
Attention all ladies, our upcoming retreat is September 13-15, 2024. From now until August 4th, we will be collecting the money for the retreat. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Fullwood.
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MOTHER’S DAY
Mother’s Day Paint N Refreshments will be held on Saturday May 11, 2024 from 11a.m. -2p.m. Pre-registration is needed before Wednesday May 8th. Reserve your seat with Caldonia Smith, Shevette McGee, Mildred Maynie, Valerie Strong, Maxine Perdue, Dorothy Boyd and Melvin Hunter.* FYI~ We only have 50 Slots available!
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Health and Wellness Event 2024
The Health and Wellness Ministry is in partnership with a non-for-Profit organization called “Call for Caring”. The mission of this organization is to provide support for families that have taken on the role of caregiving. Our Ministry along with Eta Phi Sorority (National Black Nurses Association are working together to bring Family Caregiver Expo to Chicago.
The Health and Wellness committee is asking for persons who would be interested in helping the ministry with this project. This would include some participation with our meetings for the event and helping with specific tasks, such as making phone calls etc. Also there will be opportunities for individuals to volunteer during the 1-day expo.
Lastly, the most important request is prayers for guidance and discernment as we are planning this event.
For those who would be interested contact Loretta Hudgins or Belinda Hamer Health and Wellness Ministry
Health and Wellness Event 2024
Chicago Family Caregivers Expo is scheduled for June 8th 2024 a 1-day event that starts at 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for all registered participants. The Health and Wellness Ministry is encouraging all caregivers that are interested in attending this event to sign up either through the QR code or to the website. There are flyers available on the table outside the administrative office, that has this information. Feel free to take flyers and share information with Caregivers you may know who would benefit from participating in the Expo. We will be in the foyer for registration for attendee and volunteers during Sunday School hour and after Church service.
Chicago Family Caregivers Expo is scheduled for June 8th 2024 a 1-day event that starts at 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for all registered participants. The Health and Wellness Ministry is encouraging all caregivers that are interested in attending this event to sign up either through the QR code or to the website. There are flyers available on the table outside the administrative office, that has this information. Feel free to take flyers and share information with Caregivers you may know who would benefit from participating in the Expo. We will be in the foyer for registration for attendee and volunteers during Sunday School hour and after Church service.
April 14th, May 12 and May 19th
We are still asking for any members who are willing to help in the planning stages of this project. For those who would be interested contact Loretta Hudgins Belinda Hamer. Please continue to lift up prayers as the committee plans this event. Thank You, Health and Wellness Ministry
We are still asking for any members who are willing to help in the planning stages of this project. For those who would be interested contact Loretta Hudgins Belinda Hamer. Please continue to lift up prayers as the committee plans this event. Thank You, Health and Wellness Ministry
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The Nursing Home Ministry
The nursing home ministry is seeking to find out if there is any interest in re-starting the visitation to the nursing home on Halsted. We are in the early stages of planning, however we need a count of who is interested in going to visit the nursing home once a month. Therefore, we have placed a sign up sheet on the counter outside of the Secretary’s office. Please sign up if you would be interested in re-starting this ministry.
The Nursing Home Visitation Committee
The Nursing Home Visitation Committee
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Calendar of Activities
APRIL
21st Usher’s & Greeter’s meeting after 10:30 a.m. service (Finalizing event plans)
21st Women Mentoring Women Mtg. in the Fellowship Hall after Worship
27th Feeding the Hungry Ministry 11:30 a.m.
MAY
4th 11th 18th Saturday morning Men’s Bible Study (8:00 a.m. virtual)
5th Communion Sunday
11th Mother’s Day Paint N Refreshments (11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
12th Mother’s Day Celebration
19th Women Mentoring Women Mtg. in the Fellowship Hall after Worship.
21st Deacons Meeting
26th Feeding the Hungry Ministry 11:30 a.m.
5th Communion Sunday
11th Mother’s Day Paint N Refreshments (11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
12th Mother’s Day Celebration
19th Women Mentoring Women Mtg. in the Fellowship Hall after Worship.
21st Deacons Meeting
26th Feeding the Hungry Ministry 11:30 a.m.
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READING THE BIBLE THROUGH in 2023
Congratulations: The following has completed the Bible reading for 2023
Mrs. Deborah Fullwood
Mrs. Rosa Marie Bouier
Mrs. Queen Brown
Ms. Rosemary Sheckels
Ms. Preceise Clark
Mrs. Rosa Pryer
Mrs. Retha Washington
Mrs. Rosie Reed
Mrs. Joyce Jones
Mrs. Ruby Rucker
Ms. Renee Lumpkin
Mrs. Roberta Bryant
Rev. Darryl Winn
Mrs. Caldonia Smith
Mrs. Doris Anglin
Mrs. Eula Curtis
Mrs. Elizabeth Tobias
Ms. Beverly Jones
Mrs. Mozella Schaffer
Mrs. Ora Mickel
Mrs. Carivenda Magee
Mrs. Mary Hobson
Mrs. Donita Rochelle
Mrs. Ruth Robinson
Mrs. Virginia Durr
Deacon Mearon Durr
Mrs. JoAnn Harris
Mr. William Reed
Pastor Lucious Fullwood
Mrs. Eartha Campbell
Mrs. Bernitha Robinson
Mrs. Kathleen Clayton
Mrs. Betty Parker
Mrs. Anice Venzant
Mrs. Hattie Henley
Ms. Vivonette Paige
Mrs. Adrienne Lambert
Mrs. Christelle Perez
Mrs. Loretta Hudgins
Mr. Taylor Robinson
Mrs. Emma Robinson
Mrs. Shirley Rich
Mrs. Mary Bailey
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