“But I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I might show you my power and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth. Exodus 9:16 Dear Parishioner, Great Morning. Let us congratulate and pray for the 14 Parish Children who were elevated as communicant members of Church last Sunday through First Communion. Let us pray for the 3 Altar Boys and 2 Covenant Girls who will be serving Parish. Praise be to the God for all his grace. Thank God for leading us magnificently during our Parish Convention & Parish Day. Thank you to each and every one for your service for Parish in various capacities, may you be richly blessed by heaven. We also take this time to deeply appreciate the first communicant parents for serving fellowship lunch. Our joyous Carol Rounding is beginning in two weeks’ time, on November 29th Saturday. May this Christmas bring added blessings, joy and hope in our life and life around us. Parish is looking forward to visit all our homes, proclaim the birth of our savior Jesus and rejoice with your family. Let us continue to uphold our Parish in personal prayers. Please find the notes for the week below. Worship schedule for Sunday (November 16th, 2014) 08:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Holy Qurbana in Malayalam Parish General Body Lectionary: Lessons Annunciation to Zechariah Epistle-Gospel 1Chro.24.1-19 Heb.5:1-10 2 Cor.2:12-17 Luke.1:5-23 Word of the week: Thooyaba = Preparation [preparatory service] Daily Devotion: To read the daily devotion by Christian Education Forum of Dioceses Click Here. Subscribe for e-devotion at Word for the Day Devotion. Junior Choir: Junior Choir will meet at Church today (Friday November 14th) from 5.45 p.m. - 6.45 p.m. for Xmas practice. Area Prayer Meetings(s): Toady (November 14th Friday) in Area 12 at 06.30 p.m. at the residence of Mr. Anish George Mathews in Menomonee Falls [N49 W 16169 Graceland Dr. Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 | 262-4323630] On November 15th Saturday in Area 2 at 06.30 p.m. at the residence of Mr. Moncy Chacko in Lincolnwood [6721 N. Le Mai Ave. Lincolnwood, IL 60712] On November 15th Saturday in Area 11 at 06.30 p.m. at the residence of Mr. K. K. Cherian in Palos Heights [315 Pinehurst Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463 | 708-293-8814]. On November 16th Sunday in Area 4 at 06.30 p.m. at the residence of Mr. Thomas Abraham in Des Plaines [9470 Park Lane, Des Plaines, IL 60016 847-759-8192] Youth Fellowship: TED: TED Night will be held today (Friday, November 14th) at CMTC from 7.00 - 9.00 p.m. TED stands for Teach, Encourage, Disciple. We hope you can join us so we can grow together as brothers and sisters in Christ! Note of Thanks- Youth Fellowship Committee would like to thank everyone who generously donated and thank the youth members who helped sell raffles. We couldn't have done it without your support! Congrats to all our prize winners! Please continue to keep the Youth Fellowship and all its activities in your prayers. Regionals 2014: The theme this year is "Semper Fi-Always Faithful” and our speaker will be Dr. Shaun Rajan from New York. Please register at www.mwmtcregionals.com/ Yuvajana Sakhyam: Malayalam Class: There will be Malayalam class on Saturday (Nov 15th) at 5.00 p.m. Cottage Prayer: The Yuvajana Sakhyam next cottage prayer will be held on Sunday, November 16th at 6.30 p.m., hosted by Mr. Eipe C. Varghese. Rt. Rev. Dr. Euyakim Mar Coorilos Episcopa will be the prayer leader. The prayer will be held at CMTC basement fellowship hall. Membership Campaign: Membership renewal/addition campaign has started. We welcome parishioners aged from 12 to 45 and willing to be a member of Yuvajana Sakhyam. Please submit the application form with a membership fee of $10 to YS Secretary Mr. Benni Thomas. Choir: Choir Workshop & Choir Family get-together will be held on Saturday (15th Nov 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) at our Church. Rev. Shine Mathew, Vicar St. Marks CSI Church and a noted musician, composer, lyricist will be the leader for this workshop. All Choir families are encouraged to join. Sunday school: Christmas Program Audition will be held on Sunday (16th) after Church service and general body. Grade 5th to 12th students who would like to participate in the Christmas Play should be there for the auditions on Sunday. Grade 4th and below students who are interested in taking part in the Junior Christmas Program should give their names to their class teachers. Carol Rounding 2014 Song Practice: The next CMTC Carol rounding song practice will be on Saturday at 05.30 p.m. at Church. Tuesday Prayer: The Tuesday fasting prayer will be held at Church at 10.00 a.m. Sevika Sanghom: Bible Study- The combined Bible study of Sevika Sangham & Edavaka Mission will be held on November 19th, Wednesday at 7.00 p.m. in Region B at the residence of Mr. Shani & Mrs. Aney Abraham [519, Huber Lane, Glenview, IL 60025] Parish News: Please find latest updates at Parish Web Site including current Parish Messenger. Happy Birthday to all of you who are celebrating birthday this week. May your birthday bring numerous blessings to your life and great happiness to heart yearlong. Happy Anniversary to all of you who are celebrating marriage anniversary this week. May you have the best day of life, we send your warm wishes, prayers for good health and joy in life. You may follow CMTC @SecretaryCMTC in twitter. Wish you a blessed weekend. With Prayers & Together in His service. Monish K. John Secretary - Chicago Mar Thoma Church