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THANKSGIVING AND REIGN OF MEMORIAL SUNDAY

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11Philippians 4:4-9

Sermon: Trip to BountifulRev. Dr. Chuck Mize

VETERANS AND GENEROSITY SUNDAY

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-4, Proverbs 29:18Luke 21:5-19 Sermon:A Generous VisionRev. Dr. Chuck Mize

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WORSHIP 10:00 AMNOVEMBER 13, 2019

NOVEMBER

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Scripture: Isaiah 2:4-5Romans 13:11-14Matthew 24:36-44 Sermon:DistractedRev. Dr. Chuck Mize

That’s what we did on Sunday, November 10. We gave thanks…for the ministry of Pam Keckler. When Pam’s ministry with GCC concludes on January 3, 2020 it will have been a significant part of 25 years of our history. After 25 years, Pam’s ministry has become so intertwined with Pam’s person-hood that the two are inseparable. Rev. Eliz-abeth Hartung and I will carry the pastoral ministry of GCC forward after January 3. But we, and no one else, will ever do ministry at GCC in the same way that Pam does it. In the words of the Apostle Paul that I quoted in worship on Pam’s Sunday: We have this treasure in earthen vessels... So we give thanks for Pam as both pastor and person…as faithful shepherd and trusted friend…Pam who has borne the treasure of God’s love.

But the Apostle Paul goes on: …to show that the transcendent power belongs to God and not to us. This means that God’s people give thanks for the providence, mer-cy, love and grace that God gives us with such generosity….in earthen vessels that contain heavenly treasure. On Thanksgiving and Memorial Sunday, November 24, we will give thanks for GCC members and friends who have died in the past year by lighting a candle and tolling a bell. They are:

Rachel Owens, Gloria Riemer, Lois Peltier, Thurston Kohler, Michael Rapp, Richard Lauesen, Dianne Dehinten, Thomas Payne, James Urice, Robert Rand, L. Bates Lea, Marcia Lea, Lewis Musil, Nicholas Peters, Daniel Curran, James Ford.

If you would like us to remember a loved one, please contact me at chuck.mize@gccucc.org

Thanksgiving is traditionally retrospective. We give thanks for what has been…for precious memories…for all that has hap-pened…for abundant blessings received. For Pam, that’s a large collection. And we’re sharing it in memories and stories, in pictures and print. On the calendar, Thanks-giving comes at the end of the growing sea-son…after the harvest…as the hymn sings: All is safely gathered in, ere the winter storms begin. For me personally at GCC, I am overwhelmed with thanksgiving as I see what you have done to make our church building a gracious, accessible and wel-coming place…and as I feel the revitalized spirit of this congregation each Sunday after worship in the Commons. God is good!

This year, I invite you to add prospect to retrospect as you give thanks. Give thanks for what is yet to be…for what it still un-seen and unrealized…for what lives in the precariousness of our hopes and dreams because of the promises of God. It’s easy to give thanks for blessings received. It’s more difficult to give thanks for blessings believed.

I served as Pastor of Samuel United Church of Christ in St. Louis from 1985-1995. Each year in this season a banner hung in Samuel’s sanctuary. Framed with shocks of wheat its message was simple, and profound:

For All That Has BeenFor All That Shall Be

Thanks!

GIVING THANKS

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GENEROSITY 2020 PLEDGE CAMPAIGNWe are off to a very good start, and grateful for pledges received so far. Every pledge is important to fund our community of faith. If you have not pledged yet, you will find pledge cards in the pew racks. You can also pledge by sending an email to giving@gccucc.org or contact Lucinda Fuller directly at (847) 724-2210. We lift up the names of 180 households, (including 12 anonymous) who have pledged $577,914 as of November 4. Let’s grow our community of faith!

In order to help share all of the wonderful aspects that Glenview Community Church has to offer with each other and the broader community of Glenview, each month the Invitation and Awareness Team will have simple, fun challenges we encourage all members to participate in.

For the month of November the challenge is to:

Attend a GCC sponsored event.

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SPIRITUAL COUNCIL MEETING REPORT OCTOBER 22, 2019At its October meeting, the Spiritual Council talked about finances and about honoring our pastors, past and present.

TREASURER’S REPORT Through September, our financials continue to be positive. Chris reported revenues $59,000 above budget and expenses about $27,000 below budget through September, putting us about $86,000 ahead of budget. With construction complete, the Forward in Faith campaign will be focusing on fulfillment of remaining pledges.

GENEROSITY CAMPAIGN The 2020 campaign is underway, and the Generosity Team is hard at work tracking and following up on pledges. As of November 4, 155 pledges had been received, totaling $488,904.

CELEBRATING PAM Mark Miller, Pam’s favorite teacher and practitioner of sacred music, will be giving a choral workshop on November 9—all are invited to attend. He will also be participating in services November 10, when Reverend Vertie Powers will be present to release Pam from the congregation as she releases the congregation. A luncheon will follow the service.

RECOGNIZING HOWARD ROBERTS The Spiritual Council voted to name Howard Roberts as Pastor Emeritus of GCC. This honorary position recognizes Howard’s care for GCC and his devoted service as Senior Minister. It does not involve financial or other commitments on the part of GCC. Howard will be listed as Pastor Emeritus in the UCC Yearbook and recog-nized with a special worship service

WELCOME NEW AND RENEWED CONGREGANTS!We joyfully welcome 9 people who joined the church for the first time or rededicated their prior membership at GCC in October. Please greet Cynthia Avery, Sally Dickey, Susan Hayes, Elena Lazar, Kim and Andrew Lundgren, Andrea Miller, Shawna and Phillip Mooard, and their families, and invite them to share in a community that you enjoy at GCC, whether it’s music, mission, men’s or women’s groups, knitting, or whatever shines a light in your life.

THANKSGIVINGOFFERING 2019 In this season of giving thanks, please remember those who are hungry and need our support. The Thanksgiving offering will go to feed the hungry in the Chicago area. Please use the Thanksgiving envelope in this Broadcaster to send in your contribution to help feed the hungry.

To give thanks for the unknown…to trust that God will provide for us for all of our days: this is true faith. And true faith always fills us with great thanksgiving.

See you in church!

Chuck Mize

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THE BROADCASTERWould you like to receive the Broadcaster by email? Just email Tania at tania.mccarthy@gccucc.org and ask her to add you to the eblast list. You will then also receive a Friday note from Chuck and a week-ly update of what’s happening at GCC.

“I’ve got that holiday feeling.” New to You is bursting with holiday spirit! Need a cute dress in fall colors for Thanksgiving? How about a snowman plate or Christmas ornaments? We have it all! Come on in and see our wide array of clothing, jewelry, and home goods. If you’d like to be added to the mailing list to find out about our weekly sales, please contact Laurie Binstein at laurielyn@sbcglobal.net. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with extra hours Thursday until 5:00 p.m. And remember—every purchase benefits local charities.

The 4th grade church school class will be hosting a bake sale on Sunday November 17 after church to support Heifer International.

HAVE PICTURES TO SHARE?It’s been a busy couple of months at GCC! If you have pictures from any of the myriad church activities in September, October or November, please email them to C.J. Sultz (cjsultz@comcast.net) so they can be included in the church’s traditional and social media. Thanks!

MYRA LORISA search, both personal and historical, for Optimism in an often complex and confusing world.

DECEMBER 10: Onward and Upward: a look at the many ways in which science, technology and protection of the environment have accelerated as priorities in contemporary America, often in the face of opposition. Will look at advances in space, medicine, the fight against climate change and much more.

REFRESHMENTS will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Mayflower Room,LECTURE will begin at 7:30 p.m., COST is $15 at the door.

THANK YOU EVERYONE!Thanks to all who participated in the Blanket Drive!! Between Glenveiw Community Church, Glen Oak Acres, family and friends, we provided The Night Ministry, A Just Harvest and Connections with the Homeless with over 1,000 Blankets!! 500 were new unused international blankets from Lufthansa Airlines and the rest were new and gently used donations. WOW!! My heart is full with hope from all your kindness. It certainly will make a difference to many!! Thank you again for your generosity and care, Colleen MacKimm

BAKE SALE FOR HEIFER INTERNATIONAL

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GOD MOMENTTHIS CHURCH: MY FAMILY: A THANKSGIVING THANK YOU

God moments are those times when God becomes “real” in our lives. Not as a force “up there” or “out there” but the reality that God exists in our lives in every moment. That reality is best recog-nized by its other name, “Surprise”.

We don’t cause or create God moments. But we can recognize them by their results. God moments offer an alternative way to look at a situation; or to feel differently about something or recognize a new approach to an old problem. They offer hope and new life.

The theological word for a “God Moment” is resurrection. I’ve been trying the same solution to the same problem with no success. It “occurs” to me to try something different! Or, I am feeling hopeless about a situation and something unexpected happens that offers a new strategy for living. Or, I am aware of the end of something in my life and a door opens to new possibilities.

A few weeks ago, as I thought about how much the people in this church have helped me in these years of Lew’s illness, I thought, “This Church is really my Family” – a beautiful God Moment. And my heart filled with love and tears.

So thank you, dear and special Glenview Community Church family, on this almost Thanksgiving Day, for being my family in word and deed and love. My Gratitude to God for you is as big as the world. Happy Thanks-Giving Day!

I hope you will come to Lew’s Memorial Service on Saturday, No-vember 23 at 2:00 p.m. and meet my other family.

Love, Bobbie McKay

It’s hard to believe the holidays are right around the corner! The recent snow certainly made it feel like Christmas time. We hope you’ll make plans to join us for the Christmas Luncheon, which will take place at Glenview Community Church this year.

We’ll meet in the Mayflower Room at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 17.

Lunch will be served at noon, we’ll sing carols, and our favorite surprise guest has again promised to make an appearance.Donations will be gratefully accepted to offset the cost.

To reserve your space, please contact Julie Orr at Julie.orr@comcast.net, or 847-400-4695.

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

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JUST A FEW OF THE EVENTS THAT

IN NOVEMBER

HAPPENED SO FAR

GCC Speakers’ Forum presented the Children’s Book Event GCC Speakers’ Forum presentedThe Night Ministry

Hymn Fest In the commons

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In its 68th year, GCC’s annual Christmas Pageant, “The Nativity,” will be held on Sunday, December 8. In most cases, kids with a last name starting N-Z will be in the 10:00 a.m. service and kids with last names starting A-M will be in the 1:00 p.m. service. The Pageant is an amazing GCC and holiday tradition and we hope you will encourage your children’s participation because we can’t do it without them! Here is the information for kids and youth:

• Kindergarten and 1st grade (Children of Light): Email/Sign Up Genius sent week of November 10. One rehearsal in the morning of Saturday, December 7. Contact Meredith Estes with questions or if you did not receive the email (773-251-6204 or meredithestes@gmail.com).

• 2nd grade (Banner Children and Cherubim/Baby An-gels): Email/Sign Up Genius sent week of November 10 to all parents of kids who have not already decided to be cherubim. Cherubim schedule has already been provided to parents. One rehearsal on the afternoon of Saturday, De-cember 7 for Banner Children. Contact Meredith Estes with questions or if you did not receive the email (773-251-6204 or meredithestes@gmail.com).

• 3rd grade (Zum Galis/Shepherds): Email/Sign Up Genius sent week of November 10. One rehearsal in the afternoon of Saturday, December 7. Contact Meredith Estes with ques-tions or if you did not receive the email (773-251-6204 or meredithestes@gmail.com).

• 4th - 6th grade (Children of All Nations): Email/Sign Up Genius sent week of November 3. One rehearsal on the afternoon of Saturday, December 7 which is when they will

also pick out their costumes. Contact Tara Call with ques-tions or if you did not receive the email (312-933-0413 or tarablilnn@yahoo.com).

• 7th grade (Zum Galis/shepherds): Email sent at the end of October. One rehearsal on the afternoon of Saturday, December 7. Contact Kathy Vega with questions or if you did not receive the email (847-925-0785 or kdvega@comcast.net).

• 8th grade (Drummer, Page, stage helpers, carolers): Email sent at the end of October to parents of kids who have not already decided to be Walking Angels. Walking Angel schedule has already been provided to parents. Specific parts have extra rehearsals in addition to the one on the af-ternoon of Saturday, December 7 and those will be commu-nicated once roles have been filled. Carolers practice on the afternoon of the 7th. Contact Kathy Vega with questions or if you did not receive the email (847-209-4789 or kdvega@comcast.net).

• Children of all grades who are in the Voice choir: Choir practice in the morning of Saturday, December 7 AND after-noon practice based on their part.

• High school kids: Youth who are Walking and Tableau An-gels have received their schedules and once the other high school roles have been finalized, those kids will receive their schedules as well.

It’s not too early to invite your family and friends! For any Pag-eant questions, please contact C.J. at 312-933-0413 or cjsultz@comcast.net.

The Nativity SUNDAY, DECEMBER 810 AM AND 1 PM

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CHILDREN AND TEEN FAITH FORMATION MINISTRYThe young children, teens and families of GCC have had a busy month. There are many demands on their schedules: soccer, dance, basketball, baseball, football, school, jobs, and many more varied activities fill their schedules. Balance and faith are important to this group and help to keep them grounded in God’s love.

One Sunday evening, the 8th grade confirmation class took the UCC statement of faith and Sunday papers to consider the relevance of our faith. They did a tremendous job looking at homelessness, the theology of Peanuts cartoons, and the drive and dedication of sports teams, etc. They then had some extra time in the gym. It was amazing to watch the choreography of free time. One group playing keep away, one group playing football, one group playing basketball and they just moved in the gym as one unit. These are the skills that help grow as a faith community all moving together

Church School, confirmation, FISH (faith is hopeful), PYF and 612 provide time to learn and be together in fellowship that provides grounding for children and teens. They ground themselves in faith and hope. The service and learning they participate in each month allows them to engage in kindness, empathy and sympathy for others. Spending time in fellowship and service lets children practice these important emotional skills. The volunteers and I work hard at providing opportunities for children to grow and practice these skills which are needed more then ever in our world today.

UPCOMING TEEN EVENTS612 YOUTH GROUP (6TH-12TH GRADE)We gather each Wednesday from 5:30 – 7:30 to enjoy a meal (Paninis, Pizza, or Pancakes), fellowship time and time to talk about faith and the week. We use the gym and the youth room for games and fun. We begin each week in the Mayflower room. 612 began Wednesday, 9/11. We do not meet when District 225 does not have school.

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PILGRIM YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (PYF)PYF is the high school youth group. PYF meets each Sunday and Wednesday evening. Each year there is a fall retreat, a winter trip, a lock-in, and a mission trip to a different area of the country. PYF meets on Sundays 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. and Wednesdays 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. For information, please contact Rev. Elizabeth Hartung at elizabeth.hartung@gccucc.org.

NOVEMBER 15-17Fall Retreat Tower Hill Camp! Cost is $150 and you must attend PYF 3 times to attend.

DECEMBER 22PYF Christmas Party Cookies and more. Please bring a wrapped gift of $15 or less for a grab bag exchange.

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Event Time Event Name Primary Location

Thursday, 14 November 2019Plymouth RoomNew To You Shop9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Room 201Yoga9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

ChapelChair Yoga11:00 AM to 11:45 AM

Bell RoomJoyful Ringers Rehearsal6:15 PM to 7:20 PM

SanctuaryChancel Choir Rehearsal7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Friday, 15 November 2019Plymouth RoomNew To You Shop9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

GymPickleball1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Saturday, 16 November 2019GymMen's Gym8:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Plymouth RoomNew To You Shop9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Sunday, 17 November 2019Room 201Primary Choir Rehearsal9:15 AM to 9:45 AM

SanctuaryGCC Worship Service10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Upper CommonsRefreshments & Fellowship11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Room 201Voices of GCC Rehearsal11:15 AM to 12:30 PM

Youth RoomConfirmation Classes6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Monday, 18 November 2019GymPickleball1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

SanctuaryPageant Rehearsal6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Room 201Yoga7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Tuesday, 19 November 2019Room 201Music & Movement Class9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

Room 201Music & Movement Class10:15 AM to 11:00 AM

FoundersSpiritual Council Meeting7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Wednesday, 20 November 2019Plymouth RoomNew To You Shop9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Room 201Music & Movement Class9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

Room 201Music & Movement Class10:15 AM to 11:00 AM

Room 201Music & Movement Class11:00 AM to 11:45 AM

MayflowerFISH4:00 PM to 5:15 PM

Youth Room612/PYF5:31 PM to 7:30 PM

Thursday, 21 November 2019Plymouth RoomNew To You Shop9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Room 201Yoga9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

ChapelChair Yoga11:00 AM to 11:45 AM

Bell RoomJoyful Ringers Rehearsal6:15 PM to 7:20 PM

SanctuaryChancel Choir Rehearsal7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Friday, 22 November 2019Plymouth RoomNew To You Shop9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

GymPickleball1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Saturday, 23 November 2019GymMen's Gym8:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Plymouth RoomNew To You Shop9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

SanctuaryMLew Musil Memorial Service2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Upper CommonsLew Musil Memorial Reception3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

DEADLINES FOR THE NEXT BROADCASTERS ARE NOVEMBER 19 AND DECEMBER 4, BY 9:00 AM.

SUMMARY: The congregation approved the budget for 2019 which defines an operating deficit of $79,681. Through October we are operating $19,624 favorable to budget.

GIVING GLIMPSE OCTOBER 2019The Message, Ministries and Mission of Glenview Community Church thrive because you fulfill your stewardship commitments and make faithful contributions. It is essential that we remain cur-rent in our giving and ensure the fiscal health of the church. In the midst of our busy lives, we offer you this update reminder to keep in focus our progress on completing our financial commitments to GCC. This Financial Snapshot will be updated monthly and included in the worship bulletin and Broadcaster.

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Event Time Event Name Primary Location

Sunday, 24 November 2019Room 201Primary Choir Rehearsal9:15 AM to 9:45 AM

SanctuaryGCC Worship Service10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Upper CommonsRefreshments & Fellowship11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Room 201Voices of GCC Rehearsal11:15 AM to 12:30 PM

Monday, 25 November 2019GymPickleball1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Room 201Yoga7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Tuesday, 26 November 2019Room 201Music & Movement Class9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

Room 201Music & Movement Class10:15 AM to 11:00 AM

CALLING ALL VETERANSWe will recognize and thank our veterans during worship on Sunday, November 17. If you have served or are serving our country in the Armed Forces, please share your information (branch of service, rank) with me at chuck.mize@gccucc.org. Thank you!Chuck Mize

NEED A BLUE GCC NAME BADGE?Knowing each other’s names is important for building community, so we’d love for all members to have their own permanent name badge to wear on Sundays. If you would like one, please email cjsultz@comcast.net with the name that you would like to have printed. There is no cost. Please do so by the end of November.

FEED MY STARVING CHILDRENGCC will be joining together to help pack food for Feed My Starving Children-a charity we support that provides critical, life-saving meals to hungry people around the world. The food pack will be on Saturday, December 14 from 9-11 at the Libertyville location. To join our group at Feed My Starving Children -click on link : https://www.fmsc.org/join-group?joincode=6P53EM

GCC GLOSSARYChurch buildings have words to describe certain areas which we may not all be familiar with, so here are a few definitions to help you navigate our beautiful space: The narthex – this is the main entrance area on the east side of the building that you enter before going in to the sanctuary. The narthex balcony is above it. The transept is the side area within the sanctuary that also has a balcony above it.

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PASTORSRev. Dr. Charles E. Mize, Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Pamela Keckler, PastorRev. Elizabeth Hartung, Associate Pastor Rev. Dr. Howard Roberts, Pastor EmeritusRev. Robert C. Warskow, Pastor Emeritus

1000 Elm StreetGlenview, IL 60025-2897Phone: (847) 724-2210Web: www.gccucc.org

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eye. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry