Worshiping boldly – how we can

This Gathering found us sitting in one large circle, rather than breaking into smaller discussion groups. People appreciated hearing good ideas from everyone, which generated considerable thoughtful discussion.  So much so that Rindy could hardly get a word in edgewise when it was time to close! Bonniesue sang and George played the keyboard to John [...]

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Worshiping boldly

Hello Friends, We trust you are enjoying your snow or your thaw or your moderate climate — wherever this finds you! The Fellowship marches on with discussion groups in January and programs in February.  This Sunday’s Gathering, held at the Des Plaines Society, 2 pm, takes as its theme, “Worshiping Boldly.” Here are some questions [...]

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“God in America” – did you see it?

This last week I watched the PBS six-hour production God in America – a series that explored the role religion has played in shaping America’s history.  I found it fascinating to hear and see the experiences of individuals – their struggles and triumphs – in finding a faith system that would give stability to their [...]

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December dates — updated!

A warm “keeping you in the loop!” to all who are looking for worship, discussion, and fellowship. Sunday, December 13, at 2 pm: Worship gathering • Shirley Paulson’s house • 820 Glenview Road • Glenview, IL 60025 • 847-998-0663 Please bring Bible Lesson Quarterlies and Hymnal Supplements if you have them.   Tuesday, December 15, [...]

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Mark your calendars!

Thanks to everyone who’s been encouraging us to pick up some steam. It’s clear that lots of people are eager for more. We’re listening, praying, and loving every step of the way. We feel strengthened by the love and joy coming from people near and far. Come and join us in worship, discussion, and fellowship [...]

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Next Gathering

Can’t wait to see you again. It seems our conversation is just getting started. We hope you’ll be able to join us in worship and fellowship for our next Gathering. If you didn’t make it to the first one, we’d love to widen the circle. Sunday afternoon, December 13 1:30 pm 2 pm — better [...]

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First Fellowship worship gathering — how it was

Hello Friends, We were deeply moved by the first Fellowship gathering Sunday afternoon. About 40 people squeezed cozily into Shirley’s living room.  The congregation included a number of young adults, some people who had never been to a Christian Science worship before, people who no longer attend a CS church, interested church-going Christian Scientists, and [...]

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Looking forward to the first Fellowship worship

Hello Friends, Just a reminder that our first Fellowship worship meeting is this Sunday. We’re looking forward to greeting friends – old and new. November 8, Sunday afternoon 1:30 pm Shirley Paulson’s house 820 Glenview Road Glenview, IL 60025 To recap, the worship meeting itself will be an hour, the same as a traditional service, [...]

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