10805 Main St. Huntley, IL 60142
     

Ice Cream Social - June 2

Ice Cream, Games, Face Painting & WHEELS!

Summer is kicking off with an Ice Cream Social & Wheels Show.

Join us Friday, June 2nd from 6:30pm-8:30pm for the Ice Cream Social.

We will also have games, relays, face painting, an ice cream Pinata, and lots of fun!

Let us know you’re coming – register at www.bit.ly/SOTPsocial23

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Also, sign up to bring your wheels at www.bit.ly/SOTPwheels23 . They can have 4 or 3 or 2 wheels, maybe someone even has a unicycle!?!?

The best decorated kid’s wheels will win a prize.

Contact: Jill Gillming  jill@sotpmail.com

 

 

Wheels Show - June 2

Register Your Wheels Now

Summer is kicking off with an Ice Cream Social & Wheels Show.

Join us Friday, June 2nd from 6:30pm-8:30pm for the Ice Cream Social.

Sign up to bring your wheels at www.bit.ly/SOTPwheels23 . They can have 4 or 3 or 2 wheels, maybe someone even has a unicycle!?!?

The best decorated kid’s wheels will win a prize.

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We will also have games, relays, face painting, an ice cream Pinata, and lots of fun!

Let us know you’re coming – register at www.bit.ly/SOTPsocial23

Contact: Jill Gillming  jill@sotpmail.com

 

 

Financial Workshop - June 3

How does the SECURE Act affect you?

The Stewardship Committee is sponsoring an important workshop on Saturday June 3rd after the 5:00 service, and on Sunday June 4th after both the 9:00 and 10:45 services.  This will be an informational meeting that can help you plan better to avoid paying additional taxes on your savings.  Several other ideas may be discussed during the meeting.

No products will be sold.

How does the SECURE Act affect you?

Discover changes that may affect your retirement savings.
Attend our workshop on the SECURE Act 2.0 to learn more about this law, intended to help Americans bolster their retirement readiness, whether you’re in or nearing retirement, in the middle of that savings journey, or just getting started.

No Registration Necessary.

Saturday: Music/Education Room
Sunday: Maple Room

Contact: Ralph Wehnes  ralphwehnes@sbcglobal.net

University of Illinois Alumni Choir

An Artist Series Event

University of Illinois Alumni Concert Choir to perform at Shepherd of the Prairie

Under the direction of Dr. Chester L. Alwes, noted conductor, composer, and author, the voices of the 50-member University of Illinois Alumni Concert Choir will echo on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 7:30pm at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church, 10805 Main Street, Huntley.

Admission to this performance is free and open to the public. Donations are gratefully accepted.

Sponsored by the SOTP Artist Series, a community outreach initiative sponsored by Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church, the acclaimed University of Illinois Alumni Concert Choir will sing a variety of popular works suitable for all attendees who value the love and appreciation of music.

As a choral conductor, Dr. Alwes is known for his innovative programming, his sensitivity to tone and musical line, and his dedication to the musical success and growth of his singers. Throughout his career, Alwes has been widely hailed as a teacher/mentor, scholar, editor, and composer.

He holds degrees in music from Hanover College (BA), Union Theological Seminary School of Sacred Music (MSM), and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (DMA). Prior to joining the University of Illinois faculty in 1982, he held teaching positions at the College of Wooster (Ohio) and the University of Rochester/Eastman School of Music.

At the University of Illinois, Dr. Alwes has taught graduate courses in choral literature (both MM and DMA) and seminars on the works of J. S Bach and Henry Purcell as well as graduate and undergraduate conducting.

In 1996, he founded the Baroque Artists of Champaign-Urbana (BACH), an ensemble of singers and players drawn from the University and local community that specializes in the music of the 17th and 18th centuries.

Guests who attend this concert by the University of Illinois Alumni Concert Choir will enjoy the professionalism and top level of excellence expressed by conductor Dr. Alwes and the esteemed choir.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Altar Flowers

Brighten the Sanctuary

We continue to ask you to please consider signing up to donate flowers to brighten up the sanctuary. Each arrangement will be $50.

The bouquets are delivered from the florist for the weekend worship services. The flowers are yours to keep after the Sunday services or on the Monday following. The church is open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

There are several ways to place an order for altar flowers. You can do so online with your regular offering, fill in the sign-up sheets located on the bulletin board in the church lobby, or you can contact me on dem910@outlook.com. When you order the flowers, you will need to provide your name, the date you would like them, your phone number, and for whom the flowers are dedicated to or in memory of. I will send you a special offering envelope for the payment in the mail. If you have any questions, please contact Diane Mollis.

Thank you for contributing to beautify the altar during our services at Shepherd of the Prairie.

Contact: Diane Mollis dem910@outlook.com

Birthdays

May

  1. Donna Cygan, Rick Miller, Russ Motyka, Jessica Zeimen
  2. Michael Burian, Michelle Rankin, Noelle Schlachta
  3. Jan Koerner, Steve Murphy
  4. Brian Buesing, John Dawson, Nelly Munoz, Amy Stech, Brandon Young
  5. John Baumstark, John Thunholm
  6. Benjamin Beallis
  7. DeWayne Klein, Lorraine Soosloff
  8. Marlene Boehler, Elaina Satalino
  9. Gavin Glosson, Samantha Schurhammer, Joseph Trevino
  10. Olivia Dahlin, Tyler DeBlieck, Kathy Kann, Sasha Suski
  11. Sharon Little, Brayden Patel, Laura Ramey, Judith Sanford, Alison Womac
  12. Harriet Thompson
  13. Jill Dobek
  14. Caryl Fabian, Grace Moretti, Ashlyn Rankin, Chris Solem
  15. Dottie Bobzin, Evie Fetzer, Simone Galati, Michael Habrat, Dennis Lilla, Tim Reicher
  16. Jeff Ottens
  17. Mike Allegretti, Mark Fulcer, Ron Mudge
  18. Pamela Schuett
  19. Nathan Allison, Betty Ferina
  20. Emily Ramirez, Jacque Stashwick, Eric Stopka, Carol Waxenberg
  21. Carl Hupert
  22. Zachery Boster, Jonathan Crase, Matthew Holmes, Elizabeth McCann, Wendy Werner
  23. Karen Burren, Evelyn Gniot
  24. Emily Langlo, Ashlyn Palm
  25. Calvin Meyer, Melanie Ressler, JoAnn Ward
  26. Joshua Harding, Jack Schlachta
  27. Andrew Behm, Sandy Hupert, Arlene Petrine, Leah Stech
  28. Doris Graff, Beth Macaulay, Jeremy Ottens, John Richardson, Leo Young
  29. Carly Grace Domenz, Thomas Domenz, Jeni McCann, Tony Moretti, Kyle Sabie
  30. Elizabeth Case, Robert Dunfrund, Alexa Joyce Hoving, Hannah Stegge

Children & Family

With Jill


We had an amazing Easter Egg Hunt here at SOTP on April 8th! There were over 80 children that came out to hunt for candy filled eggs (photo below). We had such a great time. Thank you to everyone that donated candy, we were so very blessed with all the donations. Also thank you to everyone who took the time to fill 2400 eggs, it was a big job but with many hands involved it didn’t take very long!!!
Our next event is on Friday June 2nd, Ice Cream Social Summer Kick Off!!!! We will be kicking off summer with games, music, and ICE CREAM. This event is for the young and the young at heart, so everyone is welcome. Go to the SOTP website and register today.


Calling all VBS volunteers!!!! VBS is coming up fast, July 10-14. This years theme is Ready, Set, Move: Follow Jesus Here, There, and Everywhere! If you are interested or you have any questions on how you can help please contact Jill Gillming

Contact: Jill Gillming jill@sotpmail.com

 

 

Memorial Day Parade

Join Us!


Looking for a way to celebrate Memorial Day? How about joining SOTP’s Community Outreach team in the American Legion’s Annual Memorial Day parade? We are looking for anyone interested in decorating the float and/or walking in the parade with us. The parade is Monday, May 29th at 11 am.

 

For more information and to sign up to go Church Center or the SOTP website by May 12th! Hope to see you there!!

Contact: Tara Mackey rtmackey10@yahoo.com

 

 

 

 

Honor Lunch

For Huntley Public Works

Calling all bakers! The Community Outreach team needs your help! This year we are honoring the hardworking Huntley Public Works department by treating them to lunch May 24th. We will be providing them with pizza, drinks, and some delicious desserts. If you are interested in baking or donating some goodies for the well deserving men and women that keep Huntley looking good, please sign up via Church center or the SOTP website. We ask that all desserts be dropped off to the church by May 23rd. Thank you for your help!

Contact: Tara Mackey rtmackey10@yahoo.com

Preschool Registration

For 2023-2024 School Year

Registration for the 2023-2024 school year is now open!

=> 12 slots are available for a 2-day class being offered on T/Th (for children who have turned 3 or 4 by Sept. 1, 2023)

=> 10 slots are available for a 1-day class on Wednesdays (for children who are at least 2 by Sept. 1, 2023)

=> There is also the option for your child to attend 3 days (Tuesday/Thursday and Fridays). We do highly recommend students who will be entering Kindergarten in 2024 to attend for 3 days, so they will be ready for Kindergarten the following year. Parents have been very pleased with their child’s progress after having been in the 3-day class and felt the extra day was instrumental in Kindergarten preparation.

The registration fee is $50.

Also, if you refer a new family that signs up to our program we will reduce their registration fee and yours to $25!!!

To request more information, go to www.bit.ly/SOTPLLInfo

Contact: Jill Gillming LittleLambs@sotpmail.com

Upcoming Events

Join Us!

Now Little Lambs Preschool 2023-2024 Registration Open, www.bit.ly/SOTPLLInfo

Thursday, May 4 See Week Leader Training, 11am

Sunday, May 7 New Member Gathering, 3pm www.bit.ly/SOTPNMG0523

Week of May 7-13 SEE Week (Servant Engagement & Equipping) See Schedule & Register: www.bit.ly/SOTPSEE523

Thursday, May 18 Prairie Crafters Meeting, 9:30 am

Weekend of May 20-21 First Communion Weekend

Wednesday, May 24 Lunch Honoring Huntley Public Works www.bit.ly/SOTPpubwks23

Monday,May 28 Memorial Day, Church Office Closed

Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Parade (Walk With Us)

Friday, June 2 Ice Cream Social, 6:30 pm www.bit.ly/SOTPsocial23

Saturday, June 3 Northern Illinois Food Bank, 9am www.bit.ly/SOTPnifb623

Saturday, June 10 University of Illinois Alumni Concert Choir—Artist Series Event, 7:30 pm

June 25—30 High School Youth Group Service Trip (Contact Pastor Ryan Mackey pastorryan@sotpmail.com)

Sunday, July 2 What’s More American Than Broadway—Artist Series Event, 7:00 pm

Tuesday, July 4 4th of July, Church Office Closed

July 10—14 Vacation Bible School, save the date Volunteers sign up now: www.bit.ly/SOTPVBSvol23

Sunday, August 13 New Member Gathering, 3pm

Sunday, August 20 Annual Church Picnic, Noon

Sunday, November 5 New Member Gathering, 3pm

Friday, December 1, “A Jazzy Christmas” – Artist Series Event, 7:00 pm

Regularly Scheduled

At SOTP

Sundays

  • 9:00 am Traditional Worship
  • 9:00 am Kids Connect
  • 10:45 am Contemporary Worship
  • 10:45 am Kids Connect
  • 1:00 pm FBW
  • 4:00 pm 7s Group (Mike & Julie Dahlin)

Mondays

  • 9:00 am (3rd Mon) Gazebo Valor Quilts
  • 10:00 am Staff Meeting
  • 10:30 am FBW
  • 1:00 pm 7s Group (Annette Petersen)
  • 6:30 pm Boy Scouts Troop 200
  • 7:00 pm (2nd Mon) Ministry Night
  • 7:00 pm (3rd Mon) Council Meeting

Tuesdays

  • 8:00 am Men’s Coffee at McD’s by Huntley Walmart
  • 9:00 am (1st & 3rd Tues), Prairie Pointe Quilters
  • 9:00 am Little Lambs Preschool
  • 9:15 am AL-ANON Meeting
  • 10:00 am Grief Journey Meeting
  • 10:00 am (4th Tues), Barnabas
  • 6:30 pm (1st Tues), Scout Troop 200 Committee
  • 6:30 pm (1st Tues), Boy Scouts Patrol Leader’s Council
  • 7:00 pm Adult Bells
  • 7:00 pm Cub Scouts, Tigers
  • 7:00 pm FBW
  • 7:00 pm AL-ANON Meeting

Wednesdays

  • 9:00 am Little Lambs Preschool
  • 10:00 am God’s Girls
  • 10:30 am Women’s FBW
  • 11:00 am Bible Study with Pastor Mark
  • 4:30 pm Spirit Ringers (Age 7-13)
  • 5:20 pm Joy Ringers (Age 4-6)
  • 6:30 pm Confirmation
  • 7:00 pm Adult Choir

Thursdays

  • 9:00 am Little Lambs Preschool
  • 9:00 am (2nd Thurs), Prayer Shawl Ministry
  • 5:30 pm (1st Thurs), Girl Scouts
  • 6:30 pm (2nd Thurs), Lions Club
  • 7:00 pm High School Youth
  • 7:00 pm Cub Scouts
  • Times Vary Volunteers at Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Fridays

  • 9:00 am Little Lambs Preschool
  • 9:30 am Sonshine Boys
  • 10:00 am Women’s Coffee at McD’s by Huntley Walmart
  • 10:30 am FBW
  • Noon Help Serve Homeless Meals in Crystal Lake (1st & 3rd Fridays, Contact: Vik Bekeris vikbek66@yahoo.com )

Saturdays

  • 5:00 pm Worship

Get Involved

Ways to Serve

God’s Work, Our Hands

Are you looking for ways to use your talents and participate in our church family?
Here are some ideas and who to contact for more information for each one:

Involvement Schedule

May 2023

May 6/7

May 13/14

May 20/21

May 27/28

Assisting
Minister

SUN
9:00
AM

Michael
Malczewski

Sandra
Johnson

Interested in Serving Here?
Sign Up at:
www.bit.ly/SOTPWORSHIP

Communion
Assistants
Interested in
Serving
Here?
Sign Up at:
www.bit.ly/
SOTPWORS
HIP

SAT
5:00
PM

Mary Holbrook

Ron Mudge

Sandy Scalise

Karen Eckert

SUN
9:00
AM

Sandra
Johnson

Interested in Serving Here?
Sign Up at: www.bit.ly/SOTPWORSHIP

SUN
10:45
AM

Sandy Hupert

Communion
Bread
Interested in
Serving
Here?
Contact:
Judie Symbal
judie.symb

Week
end


Lynn

Broederdorf

Eileen Gerald

Barb
Hoppensteadt

Jacque
Stashwick

Counters

Mon

Donna Turner, Diana Murphy & Marilyn Wilhelm

Greeters
Interested in
Serving
Here?
Contact:
Elaine Gillam
suggillam
@aol.com

SAT
5:00
PM

Interested in Serving Here?
Contact: Elaine Gillam suggillam@aol.com

SUN
9:00
AM

Linda & Ken
Rotter

Eileen Gerald
Terry Halpin

Dottie Bobzin
Cheryl Adams

Laura Attaway
Carol Engstrom

SUN
10:45
AM

Bob & Carolyn Malm

Newsletter
Mailing Prep

For this Newsletter:
Ronda Shoemaker & Lois Jensen

Readers
Sign Up at:
www.bit.ly/
SOTPWORS
HIP

SUN
9:00
AM

Michael
Malczewski

Carolyn & Ed
Cuttle

Chri

May 6/7

May 13/15

May 20/21

May 27/28

Ushers
Interested
in Serving
Here?
Contact:
Ed Cuttle
edschn28@
comcast.net

SAT
5:00
PM

Karen Eckert
Lynn Meyer

Diana & Jim
Murphy

Carol Hartman
Sue Mattiucci

Joy Nesta
Steve Murphy

SUN
9:00
AM

WALTER
LEMKE
Art Ryden
Chris Solem
Jeff Ottens
Tim Bueschel

JACK CONTI
Mickey & Cathy
Kappel
Pete Thompson
Cheryl
Rotermund
Frank Cesario
Carol
Engstrom

WAYNE
SCHMIDT
Nancy Wilson
Arja Kasper
Dan Wentzlof
Mike
Malczewski

RALPH
WEHNES
George
Attaway
Ed & Carolyn
Cuttle
Jerry & Pat
Darow

SUN
10:45
AM

BOB
MCDUFFEE
Chuck Peterson
Annika
Yndestad

MARK
FRENDREIS
Sandi Stewart
Jessica Panella

DOUG NAGEL
Don Koerner
Judy Petropulos

VIK BEKERIS
Bob Mollis
Diane Mollis

Welcome
Center

Interested in Serving Here?
Contact: Tara Mackey rtmackey10@yahoo.com

Worship Flowers

Interested in sponsoring weekend worship flowers?
Contact Diane Mollis: dem910@outlook.com