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Join us for an unforgettable evening
of the very best in Irish music!
Friday, Oct. 25 7:00 p.m.
Click here to purchase tickets:
$20 in advance/$25 at the door.
Doors open at 6:30
Refreshments and CDs
will be available for purchase.
of the very best in Irish music!
Friday, Oct. 25 7:00 p.m.
Click here to purchase tickets:
$20 in advance/$25 at the door.
Doors open at 6:30
Refreshments and CDs
will be available for purchase.
More about the steam quartet
The Steam Quartet consists of:
Katie Grennan - Fiddle: Katie tours with the legendary band Gaelic Storm, playing over 120 shows per year in the US and abroad, as well as hosting trad sessions around the Chicagoland area when she's home. She also has taught Irish Dance, and has released a variety of CDs for both music-lovers and dance students. Her fiddle playing is brilliant and soulful, dancing lightly from reels to slow airs.
Dennis Cahill - Guitar: Dennis is recognized as one of the world's finest trad Irish guitarists, playing with fiddler Martin Hayes for decades. Music critics call his playing "brilliant" (NPR) and "crucial" (Folk Roots UK). Most recently he has toured with Martin in the band The Gloaming as well as the Martin Hayes Quartet, selling out shows at the Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, the Sydney Opera House, and the National Concert Hall of Dublin, among others.
John Williams - Button Accordion, Concertina, Flute: John is the only American to ever win the All-Ireland title on concertina. A founding member of the Irish group Solas, John has gone on to serve as a music consultant and composer for Dreamwork's The Road to Perdition, worked with other music greats from multiple genres and appeared on over 40 albums. His playing carries you from foot-stomping dance tunes to melodies that can only be described as ethereal.
Steve Morrow - Bodhrán: Steve is in increasing demand in the Chicagoland area and around the country for his skills on the bodhrán, the traditional Irish tone drum. He frequently sits in with headline bands at Irish festivals all over the country, and is well-known at local sessions for the skill with which he lays a subtle but driving rhythmic support under favorite tunes. He effortlessly transforms this percussion instrument into an integral part of a rich, complex melodic line.
Katie Grennan - Fiddle: Katie tours with the legendary band Gaelic Storm, playing over 120 shows per year in the US and abroad, as well as hosting trad sessions around the Chicagoland area when she's home. She also has taught Irish Dance, and has released a variety of CDs for both music-lovers and dance students. Her fiddle playing is brilliant and soulful, dancing lightly from reels to slow airs.
Dennis Cahill - Guitar: Dennis is recognized as one of the world's finest trad Irish guitarists, playing with fiddler Martin Hayes for decades. Music critics call his playing "brilliant" (NPR) and "crucial" (Folk Roots UK). Most recently he has toured with Martin in the band The Gloaming as well as the Martin Hayes Quartet, selling out shows at the Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, the Sydney Opera House, and the National Concert Hall of Dublin, among others.
John Williams - Button Accordion, Concertina, Flute: John is the only American to ever win the All-Ireland title on concertina. A founding member of the Irish group Solas, John has gone on to serve as a music consultant and composer for Dreamwork's The Road to Perdition, worked with other music greats from multiple genres and appeared on over 40 albums. His playing carries you from foot-stomping dance tunes to melodies that can only be described as ethereal.
Steve Morrow - Bodhrán: Steve is in increasing demand in the Chicagoland area and around the country for his skills on the bodhrán, the traditional Irish tone drum. He frequently sits in with headline bands at Irish festivals all over the country, and is well-known at local sessions for the skill with which he lays a subtle but driving rhythmic support under favorite tunes. He effortlessly transforms this percussion instrument into an integral part of a rich, complex melodic line.
Faith Formation/Study
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Faith Formation for YoutH
Sunday School at 10:15 Wednesday Night Confirmation
Begins September 18, 7:00-8:30, at Faith Lutheran Church. Sunday Morning Confirmation
Begins September 15 at 10:15 with an introduction to the Books of the Bible and continuing with an introduction to the Old Testament. Faith Formation for AdultS
Sunday Morning Adult Forum
Meets at 10:15 in the Fellowship Room Sept. 22 - (Guest Presenter) Intro to the Anti-Racism Work of the Metro Chicago Synod Sept. 29 - Faith & Media: How to vet your news & Understanding the Echo Chamber Oct. 6 - Race and Gender Bias in Media Oct. 13 - Intergenerational Event! Oct. 20 - The ELCA Social Statements: Process and Purpose Oct. 27 - Luther Brunch and Intergenerational Learning Event Nov. 3 - How Faithful People Disagree Faithfully Nov. 10 - Abortion Nov. 17 - Racism Nov. 24 - Gender Identity Dec. 1 - Intergenerational Event Dec. 8 - Immigration Dec. 15 - Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Monday Night Bible Study
Meets Monday evenings at 7:00 on the lower level. Currently studying the second and third parts of prophet Isaiah. FaithTalk
Meets the third Thursday of the month from 10-11:15 am in the lower level. This month's conversation looks at the crucifixion of Jesus--was it really necessary? What does it mean? CHOIR
Starting again in September! Like to sing? All welcome, older kids too. Quality leadership with Bradford Thompson. NEW MUSIC OPPORTUNITY!! Generations Choir!!! Fun new music program for people of all ages to join. This will be a monthly opportunity to gather all ages, including our youngest members, to learn and rehearse on new song and present it on the following Sunday during the 9am service. This group will typically meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Songs chosen will appeal to all ages, sometimes with instruments, snapping and clapping of hands. Great way to involve the entire family!!! Also... Handbell choir opportunities for holidays. Fun, fellowship and worship enhancement, join us!!! |
Worship
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Worship Schedule
Sunday mornings at 9:00. Communion is offered each week. Faith Formation for all Ages follows at 10:15am Wednesdays at 12:30. Full Communion service, with lessons and sermon from the previous Sunday. Coffee Hour
Grab some coffee and a treat after worship, and meet some new or old friends. Join the Adult Forum, or relax on the couches in the Narthex with friends. Wednesday Mid-day worship
Every Wednesday at 12:30 in the sanctuary. Worship service with communion in the sanctuary. Lessons and sermon will be from the previous Sunday. Everyone is welcome! Travelling?
You can find an ELCA congregation at www.elca.org/ FindACongregation. You may search by city, state, or zip code Hear a sermon
Here's our sermon archive. You can listen online, or download an MP3. |
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Fellowship
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Faith and Friendship
Third Wednesday at 11:15 in the narthex. Our senior members gather for luncheon and a program or activity--always combined with great conversation and good laughs. Friends and visitors are always welcome! Grace Foodies
We gather at a local restaurant for a relaxed evening out and a chance to meet new friends. Next gathering is Tuesday, Nov. 5 from 6-8 pm at Barone's in Glen Ellyn. Plus, there's free childcare! (You can drop off kids for childcare at Grace at 5:45; please pick them up by 8:15.) Grace Yoga
Tuesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 in the Great Room on the upper level. Mats and props are available. If you haven't signed up for a full session, you are welcome to just show up for a drop-in fee of $10 per class. Women of Grace
Thursday, September 26 7:00-9:00pm Reserve 22 in Glen Ellyn. Come gather with women from Grace Lutheran Church for snacks and refreshments. Fingers crossed in hoping we may be blessed with beautiful weather to enjoy the outdoor seating area. Friends are always welcome! |
Service Opportunities
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(New!) circle of care
I'd like to offer some help
Do you have a heart for supporting others? You can sign up to bring occasional meals to someone who is just home from the hospital, offer a ride to someone who can't drive to church, or write a card to someone who could use some encouragement. We'll work with your schedule; click here to sign up. I'd like to receive some help
If you'd like some help with meals following an illness, injury or hospitalization; if you'd like a ride to Sunday worship; if you'd like a ride to another event; if you'd like a visit from a church member; if you'd appreciate a note, click here. (New!) Community Quilters
1st & 3rd Wednesdays from 9-11:15, downstairs in the Gathering Room. No sewing or quilting experience necessary! Join us for fellowship and a sense of purpose as we create simple quilts for Lutheran World Relief. Quilts go to women, men and children who have been forced to flee their homes around the world--whether from war, famine or natural disaster. Come to work, or just for the company. If you have old sheets, blankets, or fabric pieces you'd like to donate, you can bring those too. Food Pantry
Pill Bottle Ministry
Wooly Knitters
Meets Tuesdays from 1:00-3:00 upstairs in the Great Room. A friendly group of about 20 women who gather to knit or crochet hats, scarves, mittens, afghans, or sweaters for people in need. To date, the group has donated over 9000 items to organizations such as PADS, Ronald McDonald House, food pantries, homeless shelters, shelters for survivors of abuse, etc. Visitors and donations of yarn are both very welcome! |
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