Chapel News

Pentecost is a Feast second only to Easter in importance. As always, we’ll read the gospel in as many languages as we can—a sign-up sheet will be available the Sundays before Pentecost. We’ll also be having our traditional and festive Pentecost Picnic, a potluck at Canterbury House. Get in the spirit and plan ahead to wear your favorite “red” outfit or accessory and bring your favorite red foods to share. Hot dogs and red drinks will be provided.

On Rogation Sunday, a festive rite occurs immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service, as the altar party leads the whole congregation to the Morrow Plots. Prayer, hymnody, and a blessing express our hopes for a good growing season on God's green earth.
The Morrow Plots, located in the heart of the campus at the University of Illinois, are the oldest continuous agricultural research fields in the United States. Established in 1876, the Morrow Plots Site was designated a National Historical Landmark by the Federal Government on September 12, 1968.

The Chapel's own Jacob Lessing will present a Harpsichord Recital at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, in the Memorial Room at Smith Music Hall. Benjamin Hayak and friends present An Evening of Viol Music in the Chapel at 5:00 p.m.on Saturday, April 17. The Tudor Voices, Milliken University's Premier Early Music Ensemble, offer their Spring Concert on Friday, April 23, at 7:00 p.m. The University German Choir presents its Spring Concert on Sunday, April 15 at 3:00 p.m.

Easter Celebrations begin with the Great Vigil of Easter ~ Easter Eve at 10:00 p.m.

The service begins in darkness with the lighting of the New Fire and the blessing of the Paschal Candle which burns throughout the Easter Season to symbolize the presence of the Risen Christ. All receive light from the Paschal Candle, and the Vigil continues with prophecies, canticles, Holy Baptism, and the First Eucharist of Easter.

Services on Easter Day

The early morning service, at 8:00 a.m., is a simple, said celebration of the Eucharist.

The service at 10:00 a.m. is Festal Choral Eucharist. Child care is provided at 10:00 a.m. An Easter Egg hunt follows the service.

LIVING THE QUESTIONS is a series of video presentations by contemporary theologians in an open-minded alternative to studies that attempt to give participants all the answers. The program features a series of 20-minute video segments followed by discussion. Join us anytime since each topic is independent of previous session.

Piper Hodson will facilitate this series which being at 11:30 Sunday mornings in the Choir Room

ANNUAL MEETING ELECTIONS: The following persons were elected to office at the Annual Meeting, January 31st: VESTRY: 3 year terms: Carol Symes, David Krooks, Brant Pope; 1 year of an Unexpired Term: Ruth Wene; 1 year term – Undergraduate: Rebecca Greenlee and Jacob Lessing. Synod Delegates are Steve Vaughan, Ruth Wene, Joanne Wheeler, John Buzard; alternates are Rebecca Greenlee, Robert Delvin, Scott Warren, and Matthew Frank. Deanery Delegates are Steve Vaughan and Joanne Wheeler, and the alternate delegates are Rebecca Greenlee and John Buzard. Congratulations to all, and thank you for being willing to serve!

RETIRING VESTRY MEMBERS are John Paul Buzard, Robert Delvin, and James Fallaw. We’re grateful for their service. Thanks to the Wardens, Officers, and all who served on Vestry for their good work on behalf of the Chapel congregation! Copies of the Annual Report are available from the church office.

Maureen Murchie presents a recital of Baroque violin music, accompanied by Zachary Carrettin, violin, Charlotte Mattax, organ, and Benjamin Hayek, violincello. The program includes music of Bach, Handel, Corelli, Leclair, Locatelli, and Baltzar. The concert is free and open to the public.

Our Annual Meeting begins with brunch after the 10:00 a.m. service on January 31. Its principal business is election of Vestry members and Synod and Deanery delegates. We will also participate in an important survey as the Diocese develops a profile for using in the upcoming episcopal election.

Our Church School students have been in rehearsal for our annual Epiphany Pageant, always a special treat. The performance hits the boards during the 10:00 a.m. service on January 24. The Magi will join us at Coffee Hour with gifts for all.

The annual Advent service of Lessons and Carols is one of the highlights of the church year. This enduring tradition began under the choral leadership of Jerald Hamilton, in whose memory the service is offered this year. Bishop Peter Beckwith will join us for this special occasion. The Canterbury Choir and Choirsters are under the direction of Linda S. Buzard. The service includes scriptural readings, congregational hymnody, and choir carols and anthems. A reception follows the service.

Rebecca Greenlee has been appointed as Province V Representative to the Student Leadership Team, the group responsible for planning the biennial National Gathering of Episcopal Students. The next "Gather" event takes place in Estes Park, Colorado, December 28, 2010--January 1, 2111.

We have received word from the Hamilton Family that Jerald Hamilton, who was for many years Organist-Choirmaster at the Chapel of St. John the Divine, died on All Saints Day. Jerry established the musical traditions that continue so vigorously at the Chapel. He is fondly remembered by generations of choir members and organ students.
Condolences can be sent to Phyllis Hamilton at 27 Abajo Drive, P.O. Box 3837, Edgewood, NM 87015. Memorials may be made to the Episcopal Church Foundation at the University of Illinois, 1011 South Wright Street, Champaign, IL 61820.
This year's Service of Advent Lessons and Carols will be offered in thanksgiving for Jerry's ministry among us. The annual service was begun under his tenure.

Millennium Development Goals Project Continued >>>

During October, every member of the congregation is invited to attend one of 7 meals in 7 of our homes to 1) learn more about the Millennium Goals and the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund, 2) get to know each other better over good food and conversation, and 3) raise money to contribute to Millennium Development Goals 1-7.

Instead of eating out at a restaurant , plan to eat in one of our homes and help out by donating (as able) the comparable restaurant price of the meal to the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund to further Millennium Development Goals. Each meal will focus on a different goal.
Saturday October 3 10:00 am brunch Wednesday October 7 6:00 pm
Saturday October 10 5:00 pm Sunday October 11 5:30 pm
Sunday October 18 5:00 pm Friday October 23 6:30 pm Saturday October 24 6:00 pm

Fund-raising is only one of our purposes, so please note that contributions are voluntary as able. Look for the sign-up sheets at coffee hour or telephone one of the following people:
Lorraine Crummey 328-2847 Chris Weaver 367-3509 Amy Weber 352-4699
Ruth Wene 344-7521 Susan Westbury 351-6288 Joanne Wheeler 344-2599

For more information about the Millennium Development Goals, The Episcopal Relief and Development Fund, and the relationship between them, please refer to What Can One Person
Do? By Sabina Alkire and Edmund Newell or look online at www.er-d.org/giftsforlife

Our exceptional Choir had its first rehearsal last Wednesday and will sing for the first time this fall at the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist on the 30th. The Choir welcomes new members, both adults and children. Children are enrolled in our Chorister Program, affiliated with the Royal School of Church Music, and after their initial training become an integral part of the Choir. If you are interested in singing or have other questions, contact our Organist-Choirmaster, Linda Buzard. Additional details are also available on the Choral Music Page.