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August 2025

Aug 1 - Senior Bible Study

Bible study topics, geared for seniors, are conducted by Staff Minister David Retzlaff. The studies are part of the weekly program offerings at StoryPoint in Libertyville, and Sunrise of Gurnee in Gurnee.

Contact David if you know of residents at these facilities who might be interested in attending. He always enjoys having new participants who want to learn more about the basics of the Bible and the love of our Savior.

September 2025

Sep 6 - Church / School / Community Picnic

Saturday, September 6

Church service from 4-5 p.m. / Picnic to Follow

What to bring:

Dessert (families with last name A-L)

Side Dish (families with last name M-Z)

Our favorite event of the year. Everyone is welcome and guests are encouraged! We will have a bounce house for the kids, the annual corn-hole tournament, and back again by popular request, Dave Knight's famous BBQ pulled pork! We can't wait to see you there! 

Please RSVP and volunteer here.

October 2025

Oct 19 - Luther Play

Join us for “An Evening with Martin Luther” - Sunday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m.

A One-Man Play presented by Dr. Dwight Johnson, retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel. The evening will include two of the three acts focusing on Martin Luther’s defense of faith in connection with the 95 Theses and Diet of Worms and his unique relationship with his wife and children during tremulous times.

For more information see your August issue of Forward in Christ - https://forwardinchrist.net/ministry-through-theater/

Enjoy fellowship and dessert following the performance.

Hosted and on stage at St. John Lutheran Church, 501 W. Park Ave, Libertyville, IL.