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March 7, 2018One Church. Multiple Locations.Current Series: The Lazarus Life

WORSHIPWORSHIPJoin Us for Our Holy Week and Easter Events and Services!

Palm Sunday, March 25: The PassionJoin us in the Sanctuary at 9:00 and 10:45 a.m. for a dramatic multimedia musicalpresentation of The Passion by Greg Nelson. Since its world premiere at Christ Church in2004, this powerful work has become a popular tradition for our congregation andcommunity. The Passion is presented by the 100-voice Chancel Choir with a 40-pieceprofessional orchestra and 11 professional soloists, including Bill Combs of Lyric Opera ofChicago in the role of Jesus. Families are encouraged to attend together. Children’sChoirs will lead the services with a palm processional and anthem. Regular Contemporaryand Classic Communion Services remain scheduled on March 24 and 25.

Good Friday Services | March 306:00 p.m. | Contemporary | Oak Brook | Fellowship Hall7:00 p.m. | Contemporary | Downers Grove7:30 p.m. | Candlelight Communion | Oak Brook | Sanctuary

Easter Saturday Service | March 315:00 p.m. | Contemporary | Oak Brook | Fellowship Hall

Easter Sunday Services | April 18:30, 10:00, and 11:45 a.m. | Classic | Oak Brook | Sanctuary10:00 and 11:45 a.m. | Contemporary | Oak Brook | Fellowship Hall10:45 a.m. | Contemporary | Downers GroveThere is no 6:00 p.m. Classic Communion service on Easter.

Guest Musicians in the SanctuarySunday, March 18 | Oak Brook9:00 and 10:45 a.m. - Bravura High School Women’s Chorus from the Spirito!Organization.2:00 p.m. - Free chamber music recital by I'Solisti directed by Charles Pikler, formerprincipal violist of the CSO.

TAKE ROOTTAKE ROOTBe Inspired by Take Root StoriesDo you have a favorite Take Root story or update video you’d like to watch again? Haveyou heard about them, but not had a chance to see one yet? Be inspired by some of thecongregation’s journeys of generosity by going to takerootccob.org and clicking onvideos. The congregation is in the midst of Take Root, a two-year initiative to root ourlives more deeply in Christ for the sake of others.Contact: Jody Paige | jpaige@cc-ob.org | 630.321.3909

Give Electronically Text CCOB (Oak Brook) or CCDG (Downers Grove) to 77977 from your device and followthe instructions to set up your gift, or visit cc-ob.org/give. Both options allow you to payvia credit, debit card, or an automatic withdrawal from your bank account. Pushpay is safeand secure.

"God has given us two hands – one to receive with and the other to give with. We are notcisterns made for hoarding; we are channels made for sharing." - Rev. Billy Graham

Did you Know We Have A Broadcast Ministry?Christ Church has a radio and television audience that listens weekly to our catalog ofsermons. This is a wonderful way to reach so many more people with the Word of God.Whether they are in their cars, are limited in their mobility, or are not church goers yet arehungry for this vital connection, our broadcast ministry allows them to share in thisexperience. If you want to tune in, or know someone who might benefit from this, see thelisting below.

Ways to Listen:WGN radio at 5:30 a.m.

Ways to Watch:WFLD-TV at 5:00 a.m.Channel 12 for AT&T U-Verse, Comcast Xfinity, RCNChannel 32 for DirecTV, DishChannel 3 for WOW

WPWR-TV at 8:30 a.m.Channel 8 for AT&T U-Verse, Comcast Xfinity, RCN, WOWChannel 50 for Direct TV, Dish

GROWGROWGood Friday Family ExperienceMarch 30 | 4:45 - 6:00 p.m. | Oak BrookThis interactive experience is designed to encourage families to engage in the story ofJesus' death and resurrection. Experience hands-on activities and enjoy a meal togetherwhile you learn about Passover. Good Friday Services to follow. Childcare will beprovided.Cost: $10 per family to cover the cost of pizzaRegister: cc-ob.org/GoodFriFamilyExp

Soul Training 101Saturday, April 7 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Oak BrookSoul Training 101 is a daylong experience helping us to engage in the care of our soul inmore meaningful ways. As we seek more of Christ’s active presence in our lives, we’lljourney through key questions like: How is grace involved? What can I do when I’mdistracted in prayer? How did Jesus live close to the Father? The $20 cost includes acontinental breakfast and a box lunch.Register: cc-ob.org/soultraining101

First STEPs ClassApril 8, 15, and 22 | 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. | Oak BrookJoin us for a three week learning experience through our STEP’s pathway - Sight for thejourney, Training for the Soul, Equipping for Life, and Partners for the Journey. Get startedestablishing a rhythm for your life by discovering what STEPs you should take to growinto the likeness of Christ.Contact: Kathy Woods | kwoods@cc-ob.org | 630.321.6782

The Greenhouse | Older Adults Ministry9:30 a.m. - Coffee | 10:00 a.m. - ProgramMarch 8 - April 5 | The Beatitudes | Oak BrookRev. Lisa Capozzoli, Visitation and Care Pastor/Greenhouse Director, will present TheBeatitudes and share with us why the poor, those who mourn, and those who are meekare blessed. Lunch is available for $10.00 per person.

Camp Wonder | God’s Backyard: We Play, Pray, and Follow God’s Way!June 4 - 8 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Oak Brook For 3-5 year olds (preferably potty trained) Camp Wonder is a place where little camperscan wonder about God, their world, the Bible, and the people around them. We willengage in science, music and art activities and enjoy scripture, stories, snacks andgames while making exciting discoveries and new friends!Register: cc-ob.org/campwonder

Sunday Groups and Classes | Oak Brook Finding friends, a sense of belonging, and a place to learn more about God can be easyin one of our Adult Classes and Groups. Discover which Sunday Group is right for you!

Pathfinders (Adult Bible Study) | 9:00 a.m.Oasis (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 a.m. Sunday Forum (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 a.m.Bible Study and Tough Issues (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 a.m. Bridge Community (Cross-Cultural Focus) | 1st and 3rd Sundays at 10:45 a.m.Friendship Bible Class (Teens and Adults with Disabilities) | 10:45 a.m.

For more information please visit: cc-ob.org/grouplife

SERVESERVEPacific Garden MissionSaturday, March 24 | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. | Pacific Garden MissionHelp the homeless find God's love, warmth, food and more at Pacific Garden Mission.Serve team members are needed to pray, talk, listen and encourage transient guests.Serve team members will work in pairs, women will speak with women, and men willserve on the men’s side.Register: cc-ob.org/servenearContact: Renee Richel | rrichel@cc-ob.org | 630.321.3921

2018 Global and Domestic Outreach Teams and Team World Vision MarathonA brochure detailing all of our 2018 outreach teams is available at the Serve desk. Learnhow you might share your gifts and passions in 2018!Contact: Eileen Hoban | ehoban@cc-ob.org | 630.321.6769

Inner City Impact Summer Camp Domestic Outreach (DO) Team | InformationalMeetingMarch 11 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Oak BrookA DO Team is forming to serve at Inner City Impact’s summer camp in Michigan from July29 to August 4. Positions needed to be filled are camp counselors for kids in 3rd - 5thgrade, cooking assistant, food service helpers, and activity leaders.Register: cc-ob.org/servenearContact: Renee Richel | rrichel@cc-ob.org | 630.321.3921

PRAYER AND CAREPRAYER AND CARE

Our hearts and prayers go out to:

The Phillips and Guderley families upon the passing of Sharon Phillips’ mother,Florence A. Guderley on Monday, February 5. A memorial service celebrating thelives of Florence and Wesley Guderley will be held on March 10 at Christ Church.The Vydra family upon the passing of Betty Vydra on Thursday, March 1. A memorialservice is planned in the Garden Chapel of Christ Church on April 14 at 11:00 a.m..The Klingelhofer Family upon the passing of Reverend John Klingelhofer’s father, Dr.Ronald I Klingelhofer on March 4, 2018. Services will be held out of state.The DeBoer Family upon the passing of Amy DeBoer’s father, Lee Robertson, onMarch 6, 2018. A Visitation will be held on Monday, March 12, 2018 from 1:00 – 3:00p.m. at Christ Church of Oak Brook with a Memorial Service to follow in theSanctuary at 3:00 p.m..

Hope and Healing After a Cancer DiagnosisSundays | 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Oak BrookThese meetings are for cancer patients of all ages who are newly diagnosed or currentlyreceiving treatment and looking for hope and healing. Co-led by Rick Glyman, Pastor ofAdult Ministry & Care, and Susan Warmerdam, stage 4 cancer conqueror, this is a place tofind hope, guidance, purpose and ultimately healing throughout your treatment. Meetsweekly throughout the year.Contact: Sherry Labate | slabate@cc-ob.org | 630.321.3936

Mental Illness Family Support (One Mind One Heart)First and Third Mondays of the Month | 7:00 p.m. | Oak BrookAre you walking alongside a loved one who is living with the challenges of mentalillness? We invite you to share the way with others who know the struggles and joys ofthe journey. We are a faith-based, drop-in support group run by NAMI trained facilitators.Contact: Sherry Labate | slabate@cc-ob.org | 630.321.3936

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WEEKLY UPDATE

OAK BROOKSaturday, March 10:

5:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall | TraceyBianchi

Sunday, March 11:9:00 a.m. | Sanctuary | Tracey Bianchi

(Video)9:00 a.m. | Fellowship Hall | Tracey

Bianchi10:45 a.m. | Sanctuary | Tracey Bianchi

10:45 a.m. | Fellowship Hall | TraceyBianchi (Video)

6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary | Lisa Capozzoli

DOWNERS GROVESunday, March 11:

10:45 a.m. | Tracey Bianchi (Video)

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