
VBS 2025 "Holiday Celebration!" Student Registration
Student Registration for the 2025 “Holiday Celebration!” begins Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. and ends on June 1, 2025 or when classes are full. Registration will not be accepted after June 1, 2025.
The non-refundable cost is $30 per child. Payment must be received at the time of registration in order for your child to be considered “registered”.
Please contact Linda Day with any questions at linda@christlutheranorland.com.

Women’s Bible Study
Please Join Pastor Chuck on Wednesdays at 9:30 am for Bible Study and Prayer. Contact the Church Office for more information.

Children's Choir & Chimers!
Children and Youth are needed for Choir, Chimers and Handbells!
Constantine will be leading practices every Wednesday:
Chimers practice is at 5:00-5:45 pm
Handbells practice is at 6:00-6:45 pm
Children and Youth will be playing the first hymn every Sunday at the 10:00 am Worship Service.
Please contact Constantine to sign up or for more information at Fanizius@gmail.com or call/text at 708-802-1351.

Men's Bible Study
Men’s Bible Study
(Led by Pete Schrank)
Men’s Bible Study meets every Other Saturday from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast will be served!

Catalysts For Christ
Catalysts for Christ meet every Sunday at 9:15 a.m. (September through May) with the Interactive Bible Study, “The Chosen”, season 4. Copies of the book are available in the church office.

Adult Bible Study
The Bible in 7 Years
Mondays at 6:30 pm
(via Zoom)
Join Pastor Johnson as he leads the group through the entire Bible, studying each book and showcasing connections between the Old and New Testaments, and the significance stories have when the broader picture is revealed.
No experience necessary, and no need to worry about getting called on! We have people throughout the nation that log on, and we hope to see you there too!

Portillo's Fundraiser
Join us at Portillo’s for a fundraiser to support Christ Lutheran Church!
April 10, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Portillo’s located at 15900 Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park.
20% of sales will benefit our church. Order online or in app for pickup using code PORTILLOS19 before checkout in the “coupon code” field. Thank you!

Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday is on April 13, 2025.
Worship Services are at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. with Rite of Confirmation at 10:00 a.m.

Summer Servants Needed for VBS 2025!
Summer Servants are needed for VBS 2025!!!
June 16 - June 20, 2025
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Register under the VBS 2025 Button on the home page or go to ‘Christian Education’ on the Home page and click on ‘Vacation Bible School’.
Contact Linda Day with any questions at linda@christlutheranorland.com.

Quilters
Are you interested in Quilting for the greater good?
Our wonderful Quilters generously donate their time to help those in need including Veterans, Hospitals, Shelters, Countries in need and more.
Please join the Quilters every Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. by contacting the Church office for more information.

Lytes and Voyagers Shamrock Shenanigans
All is welcome to join Lytes and Voyagers Shamrock Shenanigans on Sunday, March 30 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
There will be games and snacks!! Bring friends!

Antique Appraising Fundraising Event
The Close the Gap Committee presents:
ANTIQUE APPRAISING FUNDRAISING EVENT FEATURING REX’S ANTIQUES
Tickets are required and will be sold before/after all services. $10 per adult, $5 for ages 12-17 and ages 11 and under are free.
Only 40 items total will be appraised. There is a limit of 1 item per family.
No Native American or Oriental items or Guns!

SAVE THE DATE - UPCOMING EVENTS
Save the Date for March-May 2025 upcoming events!
Dates are subject to change, please check the website for more information.

Save the Date - Events for Easter and VBS
SAVE THE DATE!
Egg Stuffing will be on Monday, March 31 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. We appreciate all help stuffing 10,000 eggs!
Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 12 at 10:00 a.m.
VBS Student Registration will begin on April 1, 2025. VBS will be from June 16-June 20, 2025.

Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is March 5, 2025!
Drive-up Ashes from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 a.m.
Services at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ~ Holy Communion with imposition of Ashes

BIG Breakfast
It’s time for a Youth BIG Breakfast!
Lytes & Voyagers….please join us for a Youth Big Breakfast this Sunday, March 2 at 10:00 a.m. Please meet in the upstairs kitchen to make and eat a yummy breakfast!

Scout Sunday
Scout Sunday will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Scouts will be called up for a brief presentation and prayer prior to the Children’s Message.
Scouts will then be dismissed to Sunday School. Please have your Scouts wear their uniforms and invite their scouting friends! Each Scout will receive a patch.
Please contact Dana Rains at watland9@hotmail.com if your Girl Scout is interested in participating in church cookie sales that day.
If your Boy Scout wishes to participate in Scout Sunday this year, please contact Matt Randall at mattrandall322@gmail.com.
*Registration IS required. Please register at “Event’s Registration” in Events and Activities.

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
The Close the Gap Committee presents: “Have a Heart” Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser!
Join us for a delicious spaghetti dinner and Christian fellowship on Friday, February 28, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Tickets are required!!!
Adults - $15.00 each
Ages 4-12 $7.00 each
Children 3 and under are Free
Full table of 8 $105.00
Tickets can be purchased by using the QR code on the homepage or under the “Event Registration” tab.

Save the Date! Rummage Sale
SAVE THE DATE!!
Our Rummage Sale will be on Friday, July 11 and Saturday, July 12, 2025!!
Stay tuned for times and details!!
We will begin collecting items on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

Lytes & Voyagers: Romans vs Christians
Attn: Lytes & Voyagers!
It’s time for Romans vs Christians!
Sunday, February 23 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Pizza will be served!
Adult help is welcome and encouraged!

Family Bible Study
FAMILY BIBLE STUDY
Encouraging FAMILIES to study the Bible together!
Join Pastor Johnson as we explore the BIG, BIG stories of the Bible and hear about God’s enormous power! We will enjoy food and some BIG, BIG games!
Please RSVP under Events Registration!

Board of Youth Superbowl 2025 Sub Sandwich Sale
The Board of Youth will be hosting a Superbowl 2025 Sub Sandwich Sale!!
Saturday, February 8, before and after 5:00 p.m. Worship Service.
Sunday, February 9, after 8:00 a.m. Worship Service and before/after the 10:00 a.m. Worship Service.
Sub sandwich choices are ham, turkey, roast beef or a combo of all 3 meats. Condiments of lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and onions will be available.
Free Will offerings collected will be used to raise funds for the Lytes and Voyagers future events!

Upcoming Fundraisers
SAVE THE DATE!!
Spaghetti Dinner on Friday, February 28, 2025
Antique Appraising on Sunday, March 23, 2025
Watch for more information on these upcoming fundraising events!

C.L.E.W.S. Preschool Registration & Open House
C.L.E.W.S. Preschool Registration begins on Sunday, January 26, beginning with an open house from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
All are welcome and no appointment is needed.
Please call 708-349-0171 for further details.

2025 Hot Chocolate Bar Fundraiser
2025 Hot Chocolate Bar Fundraiser will take place before and after each Worship Service on January 4th, 5th, 11th and 12th.
For an additional free will offering, Limited Edition CLC Collector’s Cups will be available. (one cup per family please and while supplies last)
Lytes & Voyagers…to volunteer, please text Amy Walz (708-334-2102) or Heather Evans (708-560-5363).

New Year's Schedule
The Church office will be closed on Wednesday, Jan 1 and Thursday, Jan 2, 2025.
Regular weekend Worship on Saturday, Jan 4 at 5:00 p.m. and on Sunday, Jan 5 at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Sunday school resumes at 10:00 a.m.

Christmas Worship Services
Please join us for Christmas Worship!
Christmas Eve Services on December 24 at 3:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Christmas Day Service on December 25 at 10:00 a.m.

Advent Worship Service
Please join us for Advent Worship Service on Wednesday, December 4, 11 and 18 at 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School Christmas Program
Please join us during the 10:00 a.m. Worship service as our Sunday School children present their Christmas Program:
“Silent Night: An Evening with Martin Luther.”

Christmas Poinsettas
THE SYMBOLISM OF OUR POINSETTIA TREE
The poinsettia is a traditional Christmas plant representing the miracle of Jesus’ birth. The shape of the poinsettia flower and laves resemble the star of Bethlehem, which led the Wise Men to Jesus. The red colored leaves represent the blood of Christ shed for the World. The white leaves represent his purity.
AS the legend states, the poinsettia is the result of a lowly gift, a weed like plant, placed in front of the statue of the Christ child that miraculously changes into a beautiful flower.
Please help us continue this beautiful tradition by purchasing the flowers for our poinsettia tree. 42 White poinsettia plants have been pre-ordered for this year’s tree.
There will be a sign up sheet with donation envelopes available in the Narthex beginning December 1st.
Each plant costs $15.00

Thanksgiving Worship
Please join us for Thanksgiving Worship Service at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

Brookfield Zoo Tree Trim
The Confirmation class is required to attend the tree decorating at Brookfield Zoo on Saturday, November 9 at 10:00 a.m.
Please come to the Church office during business hours Monday-Thursday for your free admission passes. Contact the Church office with any questions or to schedule a time to pick up the passes outside of Church office hours.

Christmas Ornament Decorating
Join us after service for hot soup, sandwiches and crafts!
All members of all ages are welcome to join us for a delicious meal and friendly conversation as we put our creative talents to use as we decorate Christmas ornaments for the Brookfield Zoo tree.
All food and supplies will be provided.
**SAVE THE DATE!! BROOKFIELD ZOO TREE DECORATING ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9

Trunk or Treat!
Join us for a spooktacular Trunk or Treat from 11 am to 1 pm on Sat, 10/26. Free Admission! There will be Food/Drinks, Pumpkin Patch, Classic Car Show and more!
**Please bring a non-perishable food item for donation. Register to participate via our website or help with a candy/monetary donation!
Contact the Church Office with any questions.
STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION ON UPCOMING EVENTS!!!
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. Lent Service with Communion
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - OWLS Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Sunday, April 6, 2025 - Elder’s Meeting at 11:15 a.m.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. Lent Service with Communion
Thursday, April 10, 2025 - OWLS Meeting at 10:00 a.m. with lunch following & Portillo’s Fundraiser from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. @ Tinley Park Location.
Saturday, April 12, 2025 - Easter Eggstravaganza at 10:00 a.m.
Sunday, April 13, 2025 - Palm Sunday, Confirmation Communion at 10:00 a.m. Service and Youth Pancake Breakfast
Thursday, April 17, 2025 - Maundy Thursday
Friday, April 18, 2025 - Good Friday
Saturday, April 19, 2025 - NO 5:00 Service
Sunday, April 20, 2025 (Easter Sunday) - 6:30 a.m. Sunrise Communion with Outside Procession, 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Sanctuary Service with Holy Communion
Monday, April 21 - Church Office Closed
Saturday, April 26, 2025 - LWML Spring Rally 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 27, 2025 - OWLS 34th Anniversary Celebration Outing
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - OWLS Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Sunday, May 4, 2025 - Last day of Sunday School/Family Fun Day, OWLS 34th Anniversary Lunch after 10:00 a.m. Service (No regular meeting).
Sunday, May 11, 2025 - Mother’s Day
Monday, May 26, 2025 - Memorial Day Service at CELC Cemetery
Monday, June 2, 2025 - Graduate Recognition
Thursday, June 5, 2025 - OWLS Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 - OWLS Meeting at 10:00 a.m. with lunch following
Monday, June 16, 2025 - Start of VBS (June 16 to June 20)
Thursday, July 3, 2025 - OWLS Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m. (No regular July meeting)
Friday, July 11, 2025 - Rummage Sale
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - Rummage Sale
Thursday, September 4, 2025 - OWLS Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. OWLS Field Trip to The Shrine of Christ Passion with lunch following
Thursday, October 2, 2025 - OWLS Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, October 9, 2025 - OWLS Meeting at 10:00 a.m. with lunch following
Thursday, November 6, 2025 - OWLS Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, November 13, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. OWLS White Fence Farm/Lunch
Thursday, December 4, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. OWLS Christmas Decorations/Christmas Luncheon