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This Week In honor of St. Francis, patron saint of animals and ecology, we will again bless pets at the end of worship on October 9. Pets are welcome to attend worship. It’s a miracle! Multiple miracles! The waters of holy baptism have healed us. The body and blood of Jesus in holy communion have made us clean. We have died with Christ and been raised with him. For all this we have returned to offer thanks. From this place we are sent on our way rejoicing to share the good news.

Readings and Psalm 2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c Naaman washes in the Jordan and is cleansed Psalm 111 I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart. (Ps. 111:1) 2 Timothy 2:8-15 If we die with Christ, we will live with Christ Luke 17:11-19 One leper made clean by Jesus gives thanks to God Saint Martin’s Day Before Christmas Festival and Sale at First Trinity Those interested in vending: tables will be $20 and we ask that you do not sell clothing unless it is handmade. Contact rene@firsttrinitychicago.com. Our annual voter’s meeting is scheduled for Sunday, December 4, after worship. All are welcome to attend, and members are welcome to vote on the budget and other items. If you are not sure of your membership status, please see Rene or Pr Tom. Seeking Volunteers to Build Community! Our community meals have become one of the highlights of each week at First Trinity.  They are free meals, shared by community members, and enjoyed by everyone who is able to come.  Community meals are a safe place for our homeless neighbors to rest and have something to eat, a gathering place for our seniors, and a great way to meet neighbors, volunteers, and others in our community. We need some help!  We need volunteers to help prepare,  serve, and clean up after meals, twice a week.  Volunteers can donate food for the meal or use items from our pantry to create a meal. If you think this is something you are interested in doing, please contact Rene at welcome@firsttrinitychicago.com.  We hope to find volunteers to sign up once a month, or as able.  We also welcome youth groups, church groups, groups of friends, community organizations, and others to participate as able. October Calendar If you would like me to include your birthday (or your children's birthdays) please let me know!  welcome@firsttrinitychicago.com