Women's Bible Study will continue with the series, Great Women of the Bible, on Thursdays, November 19th, at 11:00 am & 6:00 pm in the library.

We will study Women Who Helped the Apostles (11/19). 

Vanette Schwartz will lead the 11:00 am sessions and Karen Duran will lead the 6:00 pm sessions. 

Ladies, please join us!

The Mitten Tree is going up November 10th in the area outside the Parish Hall.

 Please help us continue our support for the children of the Baby Fold by placing hats, gloves, or mittens on the tree. 

We will deliver them to the agency the week following Journey to the Manger.

Your donations are so greatly appreciated! ~ Mary Martha Circle

The next Men's Breakfast will be Saturday, November 21st, at 7:30 am at Shannon’s Five Star Restaurant. 

Questions? Contact Stuart Nerby at stu652@gmail.com.

Shannon's Five Star Restaurant is located at 1305 S Mercer Ave in Bloomington, IL.

We will be collecting gift cards for the seminaries, Ft. Wayne and St. Louis, again this year. 

Gift cards in increments of $10, $20 or $25 from national chain stores such as Walmart, Target, Meijer, Old Navy, Kohl’s, or restaurant chains such as McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Pizza Hut, Outback, Olive Garden, Red Robin, Texas Roadhouse, Buffalo Wild Wings, Longhorn Steakhouse, etc. are best. 

Also, gas station gift cards from BP, Shell, Marathon, or Speedway in increments of $25.

Please, bring any gift cards you would like to donate to the church office by Sunday, November 22nd, so they can get mailed to the seminaries in time for Christmas. 

Questions? Call Andrea Couillard at (309) 452-5609, ext. 2.

The next Voters Meeting will be on Tuesday, November 17th, at 7:00 pm in the Parish Hall. 

We will be voting on the 2027 Church Budget and there will be the election of the 2027 officers.

At Karen Duran's House in Normal, IL

Thursday, December 17th; 6:30 pm

Bring an appetizer or dessert to share and a beverage if you wish. 

There will be an opportunity to bring a donation for the Baby Fold. 

We will also have a gift exchange if you wish to participate. 

More information to come.

At Christ Lutheran Church in Normal, IL

Saturday, December 5th; 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 6th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

We have many opportunities to help, from readers to greeters and kitchen helpers, to scene setup and take-down.

If you are interested in volunteering and being a part of this wonderful outreach to our local community, please contact Lisa Scheltens at scheltensl0795@gmail.com.

Attention all youth and adults of Christ Lutheran: 
Come and join us to help decorate the church on Sunday, November 29th, starting at 2:00 pm.

We will start in the sanctuary, then do other areas. 

Questions? Contact Doris Kothe at (309) 530-4360.

On Saturday, Dec. 5th, we will meet on the street in front Kingsley Junior High School (303 Kingsley St, Normal, IL), at 9:00 am. 

The parade starts at 10:00 am and goes to downtown Bloomington. 

Pick up will be at the parking lot on the corner of Jefferson St and Gridley St, Bloomington, IL. 

Christ Lutheran will have a JTM decorated float. 

Youth will ride on the float or walk with the adults. We hand out JTM cards and candy canes. 

Everyone is encouraged to wear a JTM costume (provided).

At the Activity Building at Christ Lutheran Church

Thursday, December 3rd; 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

All members of Christ Lutheran Church and guests are warmly invited to a fun and creative winter porch pot making class!

You'll receive an 8" peat pot, soil, two varieties of evergreen branchers, glitter twigs, pinecones, and personalized instruction to craft your own beautiful winter porch pot. 

Enjoy fellowship, meet new friends, and celebrate the beauty of God's creation by creating a porch pot arrangement - perfect for yourself or as a thoughtful gift. 

Cost: $50 cash or check payable to Casey's Garden Shop on December 3rd.

All ages are welcome. Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Once the class is over stay for fellowship with cocoa, cider, and treats. Adults may bring adult beverages or additional snacks, as desired.

If interested, please contact Katie Williams (309-533-1063/alnkwilliams@yahoo.com) or add your name on the sign-up sheet in the Christian Fellowship Area or outside of the Parish Hall by Sunday, November 29th.

Hope to see you there!

The next Mary Martha Circle Meeting will meet Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 pm in the Parish Hall. 

We will have refreshments, Bible Study and a business meeting to plan for our events and 2027 schedule. 

All ladies are welcome to join us! 

Questions? Contact Vanette Schwartz at (309) 454-1620 or vanettem.schwartz@gmail.com.

Attention Ladies: We are looking for ladies to volunteer to help with the Altar Guild.

Please contact Jean Baumhardt by emailing her at jean.illini@yahoo.com or call (309) 825-8289, if you would like to help or need further information.

We are in need of people to serve as greeters at the 9:00 am Divine Services on Sundays.

If interested in serving as a greeter for either service, please contact Joshua Kothe by email (joshua.a.kothe@gmail.com or texting him at (309) 434-0936.