June 2016 | First Presbyterian Church of Deerfield

The Messenger

Daring to be Yourself Sometimes the months of summer change our ordinary schedules enough

that we can slow down and reflect upon our place in the world. Summer

can be a good time to listen to the yearning of your heart, to contemplate

your place in the universe. You do that, right?

If you do, and I do recommend it, contemplate this---By the love of God for

you, and by God’s own wisdom about what was good for the creation—

God made you to be a creature after God’s own likeness. More than any

other created being, humanity was made to be a reflection of who God is.

We’re not gods, surely that is clear, but we are made to be a mirror

reflection of God. When others look at us, they should still be able to see

God’s reflection.

The Apostle Paul writes in his famous 1 Corinthians, chapter 13, “Now we see

in a mirror dimly, then we shall see face to face; now we know in part, but

then shall I know, even as also, I am known.”

As our lives move forward into their inevitable end, may you find a way in

this sweet lifetime to “be yourself”---not just a self-centered “selfing”, but a

self that has in character, demeanor and practice that reflects God’s true

character of steadfast love and justice making. May you be yourself as a

true reflection of God’s love.

Have a wonderful summer. May each day give you new revelation of who

in God’s love for you and for the world, you are.

See you in church!

Pastor Suzan

Summer

Worship

Schedule

Begins June 5

8:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

Bring a Friend

Sunday

June 5

Invite a friend to

enjoy Sundae

Sunday after we

commission our

Senior Highs for their

mission trip. Take

home sweets from

the Senior High

bake sale.

Weather permitting,

we will worship in

the Garth at 8:30

a.m. followed by

10:00 a.m. Worship

in the Sanctuary.

…26 Then God said, "Let Us make humanity in Our image, according to Our likeness; and let

them rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and over the cattle and over all the

earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth." 27 God created man in His own

image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. 28 God blessed

them; and God said to them, "Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth, and subdue it; and rule

over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and over every living thing that moves on the

earth."… Genesis 1:26-28

NOMINATIONS SEASON

Each year, our congregation chooses leaders from among its faithful membership to serve

in particular offices of the church. Elders and deacons are spiritual leaders. Elders serve in

the governance of the church. Deacons serve in compassionate ministries.

Qualities needed in officers include:

* Observed Commitment to the Church

* Leadership skills (ability to organize/delegate, complete tasks, work with others)

* Lifestyle (Christian expression of faith, hope and love)

* Dedication (enduring faithfulness to FPCD)

* Compassion

* Communication skills and abilities

Please offer names of people whom you believe the Nominations Committee should

consider for officer. Nominations can be placed in the offering plate or nominations

collections box. Or you may send your nominations to Susan Furmanski

(susanifurmanski@gmail.com).

NW Quadrant News

As June opens, the conversations with stakeholders in the NW Quadrant (that’s the area that

includes the church properties, retail facing Waukegan Road, the Village Hall and Library) have

been in regular biweekly conversation since February. A remarkable cohesiveness and

collaborative vision is emerging from this conversation. We are finding ways to share and to vision

a future that makes room and beauty for all parties involved. There will be no road through our

West parking, but we are looking toward a changed configuration there and more shared parking

toward the south. We anticipate a new entrance into the south municipal lot (owned by the

Village) that will change traffic flow some, but begin to move us toward a more efficient use of

space and the possibility of shared beauty. Safety remains a priority, as does neighborly

cooperation.

The Session, your elected governing body, is studying the details of a forming plan. Do anticipate

more news and opportunities to talk as the plans come increasingly together. If you have

questions, please contact Pastor Hawkinson at shawkinson@firstpresdf.org.

Church & Money Matters

Church Matters - Time

I was rushing through dinner to head to a committee

meeting when one of my daughters asked me, “why

do you spend so much time at church?”. It was a

simple question, but the answer could not be

simplistic.

I responded that I felt a calling, an inner drive that

showed me that my contributions mattered not only to

the committee, but to the overall vision of where we

as a congregation wanted to be, but also where the

Church needed to be. A quizzical look prompted

more explanation. I said, “Jesus came into the world

to save us, to provide a path for us. He told us to serve

and spread the word. It did not mean send money to

allow us to sit back and let others do the work, it

meant follow his example, such as washing the feet of

the disciples.”

Turning the question back on Jess, I asked her what

the most meaningful time in confirmation was. She

replied the learning was great, but it was in the service

projects that she felt like she was truly making a

difference in people’s lives, especially working with

PADS.

Keith Donaldson

Time Talent and Treasure Committee

So we must not grow weary

in doing good, for in due

time we will reap, if we do

not give up. So then,

whenever we have an

opportunity, let us do good

to all people, and

especially to those who

belong to the family of

faith. GALATIANS 6:9-10

We each only have a certain amount of time in this

life, how we decide to spend this time is a true

reflection of where our priorities and heart are.

We were recently reminded that our First Presbyteri-

an Church of Deerfield has roots that go back 140

years! Of course since then many churches have

come and gone, but FPCD endures. Being financial-

ly responsible plays a big part in that, and we again

have a balanced budget for 2016. Financially this

year is moving along pretty much as expected. Total

revenue for the first four months is $334,000 com-

pared to expenses of $292,000. We are slightly over

budget on building repairs and maintenance, a

continuing concern with an aging main building,

most of which is over fifty years old. We will be re-

viewing this as the year progresses. In the absence

of unforeseeable events, we anticipate finishing the

year on target with a breakeven result.

Our church is one of over 10,000 congregations

which comprise the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

The PCUSA is divided into 16 regional units called

Synods, which are further divided into 172 smaller

units called Presbyteries. Our Chicago Presbytery

includes about 100 churches with about 32,000

members. FPCD provides financial support to the

national organization through an annual “Per Capi-

ta” assessment. Our contribution for 2016 is $25,146

based on 762 members at $33.00 each. You will be

hearing more about this shortly. You may if you wish

help FPCD pay this obligation and Special “Per Cap-

ita” envelopes are being prepared. These funds

help support national and regional governance,

prepare candidates for ministry, train and support

interim pastors, care for retired ministers, as well as

other needs.

Please check out our impressive updated website.

In addition to useful church information, just click on

“Give Today” to manage your FPCD financial sup-

port. We encourage use of the convenient Bank

Direct Bill-Pay procedure, where you request the

bank to send checks to the church for either one-

time or recurring donations, saving the expense of

credit card transactions.

Thank you so much for your continuing support!

Money Matters

Mission Work Graduation Time For Dreamers

In 2000 FPCD partnered with First Presbyterian Church of Lake Forest

and the Foundation of the College of Lake County to adopt a

group of kindergarten students in North Chicago with the pledge

to provide them with academic, social, cultural, and family

support, including financial assistance for attending college. The

local program is affiliated with the national I Have A Dream

program.

Over the years, some Dreamers moved or dropped out and others

were added. As they neared high school graduation there were

28 active Dreamers. Of these, 27 graduated high school, 25 started

college, and 24 are still enrolled in college – except for 2

graduates.

In December 2105, Yesenia Fernandez received her associates

degree from CLC in culinary arts/hospitality and is in the

work force.

In May 2016, Eric Rogers graduated from Marquette with a

degree in communications/advertising and will begin an internship this June in New York City.

Also in May 2015, 2 CLC students received their associates degree and are planning to transition to a four-

year college:

Lamonte Brown will study business at UIC. Monica Luna will study social work at De Paul.

The majority of Dreamers are in four-year schools planning to graduate in 4 to 4.5 years, so next spring we

expect to celebrate many more graduations. Schools being attended include Northwestern, Illinois, Bradley,

Boston University, Lake Forest College, Dominican, NIU, Marquette, Wisconsin-Whitewater, Knox, Agnes Scott,

Albany State, EIU, and Illinois State.

Graduates, Dreamers, and their families were honored at a graduation dinner at FPCD on May 19.

FPCD will host a Soles 4 Souls shoe drive this June in cooperation with Brighton Collectibles

at Old Orchard. Collection boxes will be placed at church entrances beginning in June

and your participation is greatly appreciated.

Soles for Souls was founded in 2006 by Wayne Elsey in the aftermath of the Tsunami that hit

South East Asia. Like many, Wayne saw the devastation and wanted to help. Soles 4

Souls is a non profit organization that is dedicated to fighting the impact of poverty

through the distribution of shoes to people all over the world who do not have shoes.

The goal is to collect 1200 shoes.

David Griffin pictured with a Dreamer

graduate, Eric Rogers and his mother,

Yvette Green.

Senior High Junior High

Senior High families will sponsor a bake

sale before and after the June 5 senior

high mission trip commissioning at

the 10:00 am service. This sale will

feature amazing homemade cookies

and treats and will raise funds for

supplies for the summer mission trip to the Yucatan

Peninsula in Mexico. Stop by and treat yourself!

Forty one Senior High youth and chaperones will

travel to the Yucatan Peninsula for this year’s mission

trip. Thom Cunningham and the chaperones are

looking forward to a meaningful service

experience. Past participants have called this

experience “life changing.” The Commissioning

Service is June 5th. Please keep them in your

prayers!

Mission Trip 2016

Senior High Rummage Sale:

June 24, 8:00 a.m.—7:00 p.m.* (*new time)

June 25, 8:00 am—1:00 p.m.

New this year is a pre-sale day for church

members and employees on Thursday, June 23

from 3:00-7:30 p.m.

If you have items for pick up please call Kathy

Forlow at (847) 405-0240, or email her

at kforlow@firstpresdf.org.

Children’s Ministry

On Friday May 6th, a Junior High Fellowship event was

held. The kids enjoyed a group dinner, an energetic and

challenging scavenger hunt throughout the church, and

an ice cream sundae bar under the

leadership of new Junior High Summer

Intern Dean Scopelliti.

Dean is a lifelong member of First

Presbyterian Church of Deerfield and

an active participant in the junior and

senior high programs. Dean will serve

as a wonderful role model for all of our

youth.

Summer Sunday School Sure to be a “Whirl” of fun as our kids explore our faith

story with the help of the “Whirl” Kids. Each week

participants will watch a short animated video in which

the “Whirl Kids” explore how to practice their faith.

Gatherings will include: a Bible story, video, games, crafts,

and other activities to help bring meaning to the stories of

our faith for our kids.

Following the children’s sermon, our summer intern will

lead the group to the Family Room (room 17) where all

the adventure begins. Parents can pick up their kids

following worship. Each week we will need shepherds to

help in the classroom so please consider volunteering by

placing your name on the sign-up sheet in the classroom.

Summer Family Adventure Camp

Parents with kids 10 years of age and younger are invited

to this summer program that combines faith formation and

family time. Each outing consists of a gathering at a

special location where we will have dinner and explore

God's creation, while relaxing and enjoying each other's

company.

This nontraditional approach to the old fashioned

vacation Bible school was very successful last year and we

are hoping to add to our numbers. There is a one time $50

fee which helps to cover most of the costs for excursions

as well as dinners. Our schedule is:

July 12- A visit to Lake Michigan

July 19- The Eagles Nest

July 26– Pantry

Christian Education

Community Cares

Sue Adamson

Phyllis Baker

Elwood Baker

Jim Fiocchi

Frances Griffin

Joann Harrison

Robyn Miller

Lois Nagy

John Reid

Jeanne Salzman

Marilyn Speed

Floyd Sutton

Harriette Sutton

Judy Thorson

John Wilcox

Tuck Woodson

Please Pray For:

Updated Church Photo

Directory Needs You!

Watch for sign up information for a new FPCD

photo directory. The directory is an invaluable tool

for helping the congregation keep connected

and it is not complete without you.

There is no expense to have your picture in the

directory. You may buy pictures – perhaps as

Christmas gifts for the person that has everything!

Plan family gatherings for the photo shoot days so

that you can have your entire family’s picture

taken. PLUS do not forget your pets! They can be

included in your picture as well.

Soon you will be able to sign up for dates and

times on line and with paper and pen at the

Friendly Desk. The dates are: August 9, 10,11 and

September 15, 16, 17 and October 3. We will let

you know when the sign up opportunity begins

and how to access the internet sign up site.

Questions? Call Connie Wesley 847 821-8626.

Bring a Friend to

Sundae Sunday –

June 5th

What better way to show off our

fun and “sweet” side than sharing

with friends hot dogs, chips and

ice cream sundaes with all the

toppings! We will be once again entertained by

the Hummers and Strummers. Plan on staying after

the second service and meet and greet new and

long time friends!

Samaritan Counseling Center

To Open in Deerfield

The North Shore Samaritan Counseling Center will

soon open a counseling office in the First

Presbyterian Church of Deerfield facility.

The Samaritan Center is a professional counseling

center integrating psychotherapy and spirituality in

their counseling, education and consulting services.

They offer hope, healing and restoration to

wholeness in a confidential manner that is

professional, ethical, caring and accessible to all.

Staff therapists are licensed, certified and

theologically informed. Samaritan Counseling

Center is accredited by The Samaritan Institute in

Denver.

Samaritan Counseling Center adds a layer of

caregiving to the care ministries provided by FPCD.

The addition of licensed professional counseling

extends the pastoral care and counseling we can

provide to church members and the community. The

Samaritan Center provides assessment, counseling

and consulting services for a fee, using a sliding-

scale fee structure for those with lower income. They

serve adults, adolescents, children, couples and

families.

Confidential Deerfield counseling will take place in

our Room 14, the Stephen Ministry Room, downstairs

in our new wing. Offices also exist in host churches

across the North Shore with administrative offices

based in Winnetka.

More information on Samaritan Center is available at

www.northshoresamaritan.org or 847-446-6955.

Join us on June 26 at 5 pm

Gather at Mitchell Pqrk with your picnic

basket for fellowship and a free concert!

Everyone is invited!

Session Happenings

The governing body of every PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of the United States of America) is called a Session.

The Session is made up of elected officers called elders. “Elder” comers from a Greek word “presbuteros” that

means “a mature person having seasoned judgment.” Elders are elected by majority from the congregation and

serve 3 years at a time.

This month the matters that were deliberated and decided by the elders of your Session included:

Confirmands attended session and had conversation with the Elders on their faith journey. A motion was

made and approved to receive the following confirmands into membership at First Presbyterian Church

Deerfield.

Madeleine O’Donnell

Abigail Knaus

Olivia Vani

Stephen Samson

Zachary Kehlert was also part of the discussion and will be confirmed at a later date

Confirmands and their parents shared in a communion service followed by a reception to welcome them to

our church family.

Finance reports revenue and expenses for April showing revenues (pledges and other) 1% below budget.

Additionally a notice to remind folks to pay their per capita will be sent out in June.

Councils were urged to take a Fellowship hour slot in the fall with snacks and materials to feature their council.

Outreach distributed a draft Connection brochure that highlights key connection areas available to the

membership including Church Life phone app, website content and Facebook.

Voluntary contributions from members and friends of FPCD for continuation of the Internship of Lawrence

Sharrett have been pledged. The internship was funded from General Pledges through May 2016. Lawrence

serves as lay worship leader, teacher for JH TNT, various mission projects and assisting with visitation in homes

and to the hospital bound.

Lawrence and Courtney will be leaving for a mission project in Bulgaria on May 31 and will be back on

July 17. They will be hosting a special Bulgarian Coffee Fellowship upon their return.

Personnel reported on the next phase of transition for our support staff. Dilyanka Chardaklieva and Jori

Maguire (temporary book keeper and office manager) assisted in the interim but are no longer employed

with our church.

Personnel is interviewing candidates for a full time Office Manager/Bookkeeper.

Douglas Coulter, a book keeper/accountant, who is an expert in the church’s financial system (ACS)

is assisting with transition and streamlining financial systems and workflows. He is in the office on

Wednesday and Friday.

Kathy Knezevic is serving as temporary Office Manager. Her first project is updating the church

calendar and setting up procedures for adding items to the calendar.

PADS at our site is completed for the summer. Prayers were asked for identification of a headquarters

location for this important ministry to the homeless in our community.

Christian Beginnings informed that full time summer camp will start in June.

More than 100 surveys have been received. Session is reviewing for discussion in June.

NW Quadrant discussions continue with alignment reached with area stakeholders to not have a road

through the church parking lot in the interest of safety. Next step is for report to go back to Deerfield planning

commission with inclusion of key criteria (such as safety for CB pick up and drop off, etc.). Session to review

and align on criteria by June session meeting.

Deerfield is planning a right in/out entrance to the South Parking lot in conjunction with the Deerfield

road construction.

More info can be found on the Church website and Deerfield city website.

Questions? We’d love to hear from you!

Questions?

WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! Pastor Suzan Hawkinson shawkinson@firstpresdf.org

Associate Pastor Alisa Secrest asecrest@firstpresdf.org

Director of Education and Mission Thom Cunningham tcunningham@firstpresdf.org

Christian Beginnings Director Judy Rundell jrundell@firstpresdf.org

Director of Music Mike Nelson mikenelson71@comcast.net

Organist Bill Crowle bcrowle@firstpresdf.org

Administrative Associate Terri Berardini tberardini@firstpresdf.org

Ministry Intern Lawrence Sharrett larrysharrett@yahoo.com

Messenger submissions (by the 15th of the month) tberardini@firstpresdf.org

Administration (financial matters) admin@firstpresdf.org

Office (non-financial matters) office@firstpresdf.org

824 Waukegan Road Deerfield, IL 60015

847-945-0560

www.firstpresdf.org

Summer Church Office Hours

May 27—August 26

Monday - Thursday 9am - 4pm

Friday - 9am - 12pm

Summer Worship Schedule

8:30 a.m. Worship in the Garth (weather permitting)

10:00 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary or John Calvin Hall

Congratulations Graduates and Confirmands!

May was a month of celebrations!