Stewards of Creation: Lobbying for a Sustainable Tomorrow

Pastor Kyle: Hi Cindy and Clare! Thank you for sharing your experience from the recent Climate Action Lobby Day on May 9th. Can you tell us a bit about the event and what motivated you to participate?

Cindy: Absolutely! The Climate Action Lobby Day was an incredible opportunity organized by the Illinois Environmental Council. Over 300 people gathered in Springfield to advocate for equitable climate policies. I reached out to a number of folks and was so glad that Clare was interesting in joining me.

A Re-Retirement Report

It seems a bit soon to draw any conclusions. As I write it is less than three weeks since I officially concluded my interim pastoral role at St. Luke’s. But people are asking about my experience of “re-retirement” (despite the fact I – and the ELCA Board of Pensions – believe I never “un-retired.” I was just “helping out”).

Summer Worship

Summer Worship Schedule begins May 26 and runs to September 1. There is one service at 9:30 a.m. We also hope to have two outdoor services, weather permitting. Watch for more information about summer activities.

Pride in Park Ridge

Come and enjoy the Celebration for all ages — Pride in Park Ridge! June 20, 2024, 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the corner of Prospect & Cresent. There will be music, food and crafts. There will be an inflatable course and bungee run. Guest speakers at 7:00 p.m.. The event is sponsored by inclusive congregations, organizations, and volunteers. Come and enjoy the evening with your neighbors.

This is the Night: New Fire, Ancient Promises

On May 19th, we will light a fire in celebration of Pentecost, reminding us of the fire of the Holy Spirit that rested on the heads of the early believers and continues to light a fire of guidance and passion for each of us.

But more historically, fire is associated with the Easter Vigil service, which continues to grow in importance for our own practice in the Lutheran church. Again…a good opportunity for mystagogical reflection.

The Command of Grace

Dear church,

A couple of weeks ago I attended our Spirit Matters group for the first time, faithfully led by member Diane Barounis. It was a powerful experience – the space so carefully prepared to make us comfortable in the physical body, so that we might be able to go to another level, sharing as each felt comfortable about our experience with holy mystery – about the ways in which we have experienced and embraced and felt God, but often not able to “think our way to God.” (The Cloud of Unknowing)