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CHURCH INFORMATION
Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards-Dunn, Executive Minister
PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Carmin Frederick, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Michael D. Jacobs, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Neichelle Guidry Jones, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Rochelle Michael, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Linda Mootry-Dodd, Assoc. Pastor Rev. James Dawkins, Vol. Assoc. Pastor Rev. Barbara A. Heard, Vol. Assoc. Pastor Rev. Clyde White, Vol. Assoc. Pastor EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Deacon Wilfred Bentley, Business Mgr. Daryle Brown, Dir. of Multi-Media Comm. Ebony Only, Dir. of Human Resources Rev. Mark Smith, Comptroller Daryl Walker, Min. of Worship & Arts OFFICE OF THE SR. PASTOR Melody Morgan, Exec. Asst. to the Pastor Deacon Karen Cupil, Admin. Asst. Brenda Tillman, Admin. Asst. Rev. Joan Harrell, Dir. of Public Comm. Rev. Aaron McLeod, Dir. of Special Projects

Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor

PROGRAM STAFF Deacon Shirley Bims-Ellis, Dir. of CFABS Bryan Johnson, Exec. Dir. of Sacred Music Dr. Julia Speller, Dir. of Christian Education Weekly Praise/Prayer Service 11:30 a.m. and 7:14 p.m. Saturday Church School 9:00 a.m. CFABS Bible Study 773-966-1507 For current schedule, Visit www.trinitychicago.org LIVE Sunday Webcasts 7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. www.trinitychicago.org Television Broadcast Sundays, 1:30 p.m. (WJYS, Check local listings) Prayer Line: 866-962-5650 Radio Broadcast Sundays, 6:00 p.m. WVON 1690 AM

Sunday Worship Services 7:14 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. (Praise Service begins 15 minutes prior) Youth Church 7:14 a.m., 10:45 a.m. Bible Discovery Hour 9:45 a.m.

Church Hours Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m. Fridays 5:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Sundays 6:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.

400 West 95th Street Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120 Telephone (773) 962-5650

www.trinitychicago.org

There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served. 1 Corinthians 12:5 (TEV)

Table of Contents
Order of Worship (7:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.) .................................................................................................2 Order of Worship (6:00 p.m.) ..........................................................................................................................3 Hymn of Praise The Church's One Foundation" ............................................................................................4 Unison Scriptures ............................................................................................................................................5 Confession of Sins............................................................................................................................................6 World AIDS Day Litany .....................................................................................................................................7 Sermon Notes ..................................................................................................................................................8 Guest Minister .................................................................................................................................................9 Guest Minister ...............................................................................................................................................10 Advent Meditation ........................................................................................................................................11 Wednesday @ the Well/ Empowering Voices ...............................................................................................12 The Planters Society ......................................................................................................................................13 Next Level Living/Twiste3d Worship ..............................................................................................................14 AARP ..............................................................................................................................................................15 AKIBA .............................................................................................................................................................16 World AIDS Day from Advocate .....................................................................................................................17 Artists-in-Residence/Divine Imagination Call ................................................................................................18 New Members Class ......................................................................................................................................19 Trinity UCC Founding Members.....................................................................................................................20 Calendar ........................................................................................................................................................21 Events ............................................................................................................................................................23 Prayer Concerns ............................................................................................................................................25 Service and Support Groups ..........................................................................................................................26 2012 Memory Verses.....................................................................................................................................27 Sacntuary Choir Concert................................................................................................................................28

Trinity UCC Media and Technology Protocols


Photography and Recording: Still photography, videography and audio recording of our worship services, ministry programs and community services is prohibited on church property, without prior expressed approval from Trinity United Church of Christ. To request permission, contact Rev. Joan Harrell, Director of Public Communications, at 773-962-5650. Media: If visiting in an official media capacity, please be sure to check-in at our reception desk upon arrival. WiFi: Trinity UCC offers Wifi for our members and visitors as a courtesy, so that they may participate in our worship services and ministry. User ID: trinity Password: guest Listening Assistance: As we endeavor to maintain a sacred worship experience, please return listening devices following the Benediction. An Audio Technician is available in the sound room for 15 minutes following each service for the return of your device. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Order of Worship - 7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.


Opening Song (7:30 a.m.) ............................................................................. Soon And Very Soon Choral Introit (11:00 a.m.) .............................................................. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel Opening Song (11:00 a.m.) ................................................................................... If I Be Lifted Up Hymn of Praise ............................................................................. The Churchs One Foundation Unison Scripture (7:30 a.m.) .................................................................... Matthew 16:13-18 (GNT) Unison Scripture (11:00 a.m.) ..................................................................... Genesis 32:22-30 (NIV) PLEASE REMAIN STANDING FOR THE READING OF THE WORD Invocation Parish Concerns Visitor Recognition Passing of the Peace The Pastors Word The Service of Communion Confession of Sins Communion Collect Distribution of Elements Assurance of Pardon Words of Institution The Service of Giving Offertory Sentences Tithes and Offerings Guest Minister Altar Call (7:30 a.m.) ............................................................................................. We Offer Praise Altar Call (6:00 p.m.)..................................................................................... More Than Anything Sermon (7:30 a.m.) ................................................................................ What Are People Saying? Sermon (11:00 a.m.) ..................................................................................................... Gods Face Hymn of Invitation (7:30 a.m.) ............................................................ . Let The Church Say Amen Hymn of Invitation (11:00 a.m.) ..................................................................................... Jesus Will Benediction

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Order of Worship - 6:00 p.m.


Opening Song ................................................................................................. The King Is Coming Ministry of Music.......................................................................................................... Emmanuel Sermon ..................................................................................................... Rev. Dr. Ozzie E. Smith, Jr. Hymn of Invitation The Service of Giving Offertory Sentences Tithes and Offerings Benevolence The Service of Communion Confession of Sins Communion Collect Distribution of Elements Assurance of Pardon Words of Institution Right Hand of Fellowship/New Members Altar Call/Benediction [Once the sermon has begun, parishioners may not enter or re-enter the first floor sanctuary.]

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ORDER OF WORSHIP

Hymn of Praise
THE CHURCHS ONE FOUNDATION
The churchs one foundation is Jesus Christ Her Lord, She is His new creation by water And the word; From heavn He came and sought her To be His holy bride; with His own blood He bought her, and for her life he died. Elect from evry nation, Yet one oer all the earth, Her charter of salvation, One Lord, one faith, One birth; One holy name she blesses, Partakes one holy food, And to one hope she Presses, with Evry grace endued. Mid toil and tribulation, And tumult of Her war, She waits the consummation Of peace forevermore; Till with the vision Glorious, Her longing eyes are blest, And the great Church victorious Shall be the Church at rest. Yet she on earth hath union with God, The Three in One, And mystic sweet Communion with those whose rest is won; O happy ones and holy! Lord, give us grace That we Like them, the meek and lowly, On high may dwell with Thee.

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Verse 2

Verse 3

Verse 4

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Unison Scriptures
7:30 a.m.

MATTHEW 16:13-18 (GNT)


Jesus went to the territory near the town of Caesarea Philippi, where he asked his disciples, Who do people say the Son of Man is? 14Some say John the Baptist, they answered. Others say Elijah, while others say Jeremiah or some other prophet. 15What about you? he asked them. Who do you say I am? 16Simon Peter answered, You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God. 17 Good for you, Simon son of John! answered Jesus. For this truth did not come to you from any human being, but it was given to you directly by my Father in heaven. 18And so I tell you, Peter: you are a rock, and on this rock foundation I will build my church, and not even death will ever be able to overcome it. ----------------------------13

said, Please tell me your name. But he replied, Why do you ask my name? Then he blessed him there. 30So Jacob called the place Peniel, saying, It is because I saw God face to face, and yet my life was spared.

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6:00 p.m.

LUKE 21:25-36 (NRSV)


There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. 26 People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 27Then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 28Now when these things begin to take place, stand up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.
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11:00 a.m.

GENESIS 32:22-30 (NIV)


That night Jacob got up and took his two wives, his two female servants and his eleven sons and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. 23After he had sent them across the stream, he sent over all his possessions. 24So Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him till daybreak. 25When the man saw that he could not overpower him, he touched the socket of Jacobs hip so that his hip was wrenched as he wrestled with the man. 26Then the man said, Let me go, for it is daybreak. But Jacob replied, I will not let you go unless you bless me. 27The man asked him, What is your name? Jacob, he answered. 28Then the man said, Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel, because you have struggled with God and with humans and have overcome. 29Jacob
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Then he told them a parable: Look at the fig tree and all the trees; 30as soon as they sprout leaves you can see for yourselves and know that summer is already near. 31So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near. 32Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all things have taken place. 33 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.
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Be on guard so that your hearts are not weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and the worries of this life, and that day does not catch you unexpectedly, 35like a trap. For it will come upon all who live on the face of the whole earth. 36 Be alert at all times, praying that you may have the strength to escape all these things that will take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.
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UNISON SCRIPTURES

Confession of Sins
Almighty and Most Merciful Father, we come before You, acknowledging our sins, our shortcomings, and our breaking of our Covenant with You. Not only have we done things we ought not to have done, said things we ought not to have said, left undone so many things we ought to have done and been silent when we should have witnessed for You. Not only are we guilty of that, O Lord; but we have also closed our eyes and pretended not to see the injustices, the racism and the evil which pervade our everyday lives. We have shut our ears and pretended not to hear the cries for liberation which come from the lips, lives and hearts of the oppressed even our own Black brothers and sisters! Forgive us, O Lord, renew our courage and faith, and keep us ever mindful of Thy great sacrifice. Hear us, we beseech Thee, as we come to You in love and worship giving Your Name the praise forevermore. ****** To All Our Visitors ... To all who mourn and need comforting ... To all who are friendless and want friendship ... To all who are oppressed and need liberation; and to whosoever will come, Trinity opens its doors. Thank you for coming, and may God bless you.

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World Aids Day Litany


A PRAYER FOR HOLISTIC HEALING FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS
Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: God of mercy and justice: Heal us from the ravages of HIV and AIDS that deplete immunity and make Your children vulnerable to opportunistic infections. Heal us Lord. Have mercy on us. Heal broken hearts and relieve the grief that pains spirits and minds and leaves many to wonder about the meaning of life. Heal us Lord. Have mercy on us. Heal the psychological pain of HIV and AIDS, and the fear and hopelessness that can engulf and lead some to die before the virus kills. Heal us Lord. Have mercy on us. Heal the social stigma and discrimination that results in uncompassionate acts of isolation, and failure to provide quality care and prevention. Heal us Lord. Have mercy on us. Heal unhealthy relations that expose partners and spouses to HIV and AIDS infection, and renders some powerless to protect themselves. Heal us Lord. Have mercy on us. Heal the poverty that exposes millions to HIV and AIDS. Heal the exploitative social structures that condemn many to poverty and expose them to infection. Heal us Lord. Have mercy on us. Heal the violence that spreads HIV and AIDS. Heal the ethnic and civil wars. Heal domestic violence and the rape of women and children. Heal us Lord. Make us and Your Church the instruments of Your healing. Amen.

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WORLD AIDS DAY LITANY

Sermon Notes

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Guest Minister
Rev. Dr. Frank Anthony Thomas has been
an ordained minister and pastor for 26 years, and retired as the Senior Pastor of Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Thomas recently joined the Center for Pastoral Excellence at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana, as the Nettie Sweeney and Hugh Miller Professor of Homiletics.

Dr. Thomas has taken his pastoral experience, his love of African American preaching and his abilities as a scholar to McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, Illinois where he has taught Preaching in an adjunct capacity for many years. In addition, Dr. Thomas teaches at the doctoral level in the Doctor of Ministry in Preaching Program and in the Master of Divinity Program at McCormick and has also taught Preaching at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago and has served as an Adjunct Faculty member at Memphis Theological Seminary, Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Thomas has written numerous books, including the just released, American Dream 2.0. Dr. Thomas is in demand as a preacher, speaker, lecturer, and revivalist and was inducted into the Martin Luther King, Jr. Board of Preachers of Morehouse College. He is married to Joyce Scott Thomas. They have a son, Anthony William, and a daughter, Rachel Sojourner Thomas.

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GUEST MINISTER

Dr. Thomas received a doctoral degree from the University of Memphis in May, 2008. He has also earned a Doctor of Ministry degree from Chicago Theological Seminary, Chicago, Illinois; a Doctor of Ministry degree in Preaching, United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio; and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree, Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis, Indiana. He received a Master of Divinity degree from Chicago Theological Seminary, a Master of Arts degree in African-Caribbean Studies from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, Illinois, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana.

Guest Minister
Rev. Dr. Ozzie E. Smith, Jr.
Anointed, gifted, leader, teacher, virtuoso, maestro, scholar, theologian, professor, revivalist, activist, entrepreneur, counselor, friend, and pastor are just a few of the words that describe the Rev. Dr. Ozzie E. Smith, Jr. Dr. Smith, a native of Memphis, Tennessee, known for his phenomenal and heartprovoking saxophone playing, is an equally gifted preacher who is sought out for revivals across the country. His unique ability to combine his music and his invigorating interpretation of the gospel message has brought hope and encouragement to Gods people everywhere. Dr. Smith received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Langston University and a Masters of Education in Music degree from the University of Memphis. He moved to Chicago to pursue his call to the ministry under the tutelage of Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Wright, Jr., and received a Masters of Divinity degree from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago. He was named the Samuel Dewitt Proctor Fellow and earned a Doctorate of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH. Ordained by the United Church of Christ in 1994, Dr. Smith served as Associate Pastor and music staff supervisor at Trinity United Church of Christ. In 1996, Dr. Smith accepted Gods call to pastor Covenant United Church of Christ, a new church start in South Holland, IL. Since that first Sunday, Covenant has grown by leaps and bounds and now stands as the fastest growing and one of the largest churches in the United Church of Christ with over 2,300 members. He also serves as an adjunct professor of ministry at McCormick Theological Seminary. Dr. Smith was a loving husband to his late devoted wife and partner in ministry, Barbara Westbrooks-Smith, and he is the father of three children Lauran, Dr. Ozzie III, and Brian.

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Advent Meditation
WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT FOR CHRISTMAS? YES, THIS IS AN APPROPRIATE QUESTION!
It is o.k. to want something for Christmas. To be sure, we often make too much of our asking or buying or giving, but this is a time when God gave us a wonderful gift. What would happen, if, above and beyond the material gifts, you concentrated on what you deeply want, deeply seek and deeply need? Might you find it? Let the physical gifts have their place in the fun and expectation of the season, but also look a little higher. What might you receive that would be worthy of a sky full of angels, a special star seen in the east or the coming of new life in a Bethlehem manger? God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son. God gave, and the world received. Advent is a time of preparing ourselves to receive more fully all the truly satisfying blessings that God has to give us. These gifts do not come wrapped in ribbons and bows, but in ways that are very personal and heartfelt. What do you, yourself, really want or need? What might be included in Gods gifts that would make a significant difference in your life? Let your imagination run. Visualize these things not as mere wishes but as genuine possibilities. Perhaps, they are the very gifts that God has in store for you. Dare to seek and to ask! A strange, but very human, conflict arises here. We have an inner longing and we try to satisfy it with a new toy. We want to show our love for someone and we give the person a tie or a bracelet. The Ho! Ho! Ho! is fun and appropriate, but a quieter Love! Love! Love! is more lasting and more satisfying. During the Advent season, it is good to keep this balance or imbalance in mind. Dare to want and seek the deeper gifts! This goes for what you would like for yourself and also for what you would like to give or share with those near to you. Keep the channels clear, so that you can receive Gods gifts and also enable others to receive them.
ADVENT MEDITATION

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Announcements
The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. Isaiah 58:11 NIV
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Jesus answered, Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, 14but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life. John 4:13-14 NIV
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Family, Beginning January 9, 2013, you are invited each Wednesday evening to Experience the Outpouring at Trinity United Church of Christ as we celebrate our Lord and Savior with Wednesday@The Well Praise and Worship. We will set the atmosphere for worship in Wright Chapel at 6:00 p.m. with powerful prayer and praise, and continue in the Sanctuary at 7:14 p.m. with purposeful praise, an inspiring Word, and awesome worship. Wednesdays at Trinity UCC will never be the same!

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The Planters Society


As we celebrate Trinitys 51st Anniversary, we honor over 51 families who have planted seeds for future Trinitarians. Today, we praise God for the members of Trinitys Planters Society. The Planters Society acknowledges and thanks those who have designated Trinity in their estate plans or who have made gifts to Trinitys endowment fund. We thank them for walking, talking and living their faith, and we praise God for their love, commitment and continuous worship. When they leave this earthly home, their ministry will continue; they will leave more than an empty pew. If you would like to be recognized as a member of the Planters Society, membership forms are available in the narthex or you can contact the Endowment Committee via email, endowment@trinitychicago.org, or by calling 773966-1500, Mailbox 2379.

Planters Society Members as of November, 2012:


Bert and Monica Allen Rev. Barbara J. Allen* Anonymous Anonymous Carthal and Deacon Eleanor Anderson Keith and Natasha Bevans Gus Bowers Rudolph and Allene Brown Burnette Burrell Daryle E. and Cecile Keith Brown Regena Glenn Caldwell June Campbell Rev. Herbert and Diane Carey Deacon Glover Chapman* Marie Chapman Henry Clay, Jr. Marva N. Coleman William and Heather Davis Blaine and Doris DeNye Patricia Eggleston Rev. Donald J. Fairley Francis Harris Shonaa L. Huery Julian Hardman Charlotte Jenkins Brenda Johnson Tony C. Johnson Dr. Sokoni and Ayana Karanja Rev. Gwendolyn V. Kirkland Mary Lenox Deacon Barbara J. Little Deacon Ed and Sherri Mason Algeane McAdoo Andrew McDaniel Michele McGee Rev. Dora S. White Merritt Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III and Mrs. Monica Moss Erica E. Myles Terri Oakley Ebony and Michael Only Annette Louise Osborne Rick and Lynne Palmore Tiraney C. Redmond Waight Renee K. Robinson Rev. Wayne Alan Robinson Judith Rodgers Deacon Angelo and Gaylin Rose Shanara Sanders Patricia Simples Clarice Smith Herdie and Rosie Sykes Lloyd and Ora Swanegan* Renita Ward Deacon Douglas W. Willett* Brenda J. Washington Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr. and Rev. Ramah Wright
*Deceased

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Announcements
Next Level Living Bible Study Series Focus: Spiritual Disciples
Join Pastor Moss for the next

Wednesdays, December 5 and 12 7:00 p.m. Sanctuary Prayer Service 6:00 p.m. Wright Chapel
Register online at tinyurl.com/TrinityUCCNLL

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Together We Influence Stronger Tots to Teens Every Day hip Wors outh Y

JOIN US FOR THE LAST 2012

TWISTE3D WORSHIP SERVICE!


SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2012 11:00 a.m. - Atrium
Minister Carmin Frederick will deliver the message, A Season of Hope! Teaching moments will follow, with a discussion of the meaning of the Season of Advent!

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Announcements
AARP MEMBERSHIP DRIVE!

Trinity UCC is giving away one year AARP memberships to members and friends, age 50 and over. You can also gift an AARP membership to a family members and friends! To sign-up for the free AARP membership, stop by the AARP table in the Atrium, following all worship services. AARP members receive deep discounts on goods and services such as healthcare, life, auto and home insurance, car rentals, dining/ restaurants, groceries, and more, as well as assistance with public policy and legal and social advocacy for seniors. This offer is valid through Sunday, December 16, 2012 only. For information, Call Rev. Aaron McLeod, 312-725-9974.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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With Rev. Dr. Frank Thomas, author of "American Dream 2.0," following the 7:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services and With Ekpedeme "Pamay" Bassey, author of "My 52 Weeks of Worship" following the 11:00 a.m. worship service
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Announcements
World AIDS Day
December 1st is World AIDS Day, a day to remember lives lost to HIV infection, celebrate the advances of science in treating those living with HIV/AIDS and renew a commitment to education and prevention. Here are some ways you and your faith community can show your support: ~ Support AIDS education. If your congregation offers a health care program, parish nurse program or sexuality education, include information about HIV/AIDS prevention, detection and treatment.
ANNOUNCEMENTS

~ Support HIV testing.Clergy and lay people alike can offer support to congregation members who choose to get tested for HIV. Compassion at this time can make a big difference to both those being tested and their families. Such support also reduces the stigma often associated with the disease. ~ Contribute to HIV/AIDS prevention projects.Both local and international HIV/ AIDS prevention efforts benefit from financial contributions. Contributions are used to educate people about HIV/AIDS, provide treatment for those who are already infected and, in the developing world, focus on preventing the spread of the transmission of the HIV virus from mother to child. By raising awareness in our congregations and communities, we can provide lifeprolonging care and support for those already living with the condition, and we will be helping with HIV/AIDS prevention as well.
Prayer: Dear Lord, today we remember those who are living with AIDS. Bless them and the healthcare workers and researchers who stand with them in their struggle. Amen.
Resources: advocatehealth.com aidschicago.org worldaidscampaign.org cdc.gov/hiv aids.gov

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Announcements
STREET IMAGES: THE CITY SPEAKS THROUGH ART Trinity United Church Of Christ Sunday, Oct. 21st 2:00PM-4:30PM

CHICAGO ARTISTS MONTH PRESENTS

DIVINE IMAGINATION CALL

HEBRU BRANTLEY

KIELA SMITH UPTON

MAX SANSING

JESSE HOWARD

STREET IMAGES: the City Oct. 21st 2:00PM-4:30PM Trinity United Church Of Christ Sunday, Speaks through Art, the exhibit highlighting the works of Black Public Artists/Muralists, closes today! Stop by the 2nd floor Narthex to take one last look at the works of Hebru Brantley, Max Sansing, Keila Smith-Upton, and Trinitys own Jesse Howard. This Exhibit was a featured event on the KIELA SMITH UPTON JESSE HOWARD HEBRU BRANTLEY MAX SANSING October Chicago Artists Month Calendar, and highlights some of these artists significant public works/street-themed artwork. In the meantime, stay tuned for Artists in Residences upcoming events! 2013 is shaping up to be an exciting year for the Arts here at Trinity UCC!

STREET IMAGES: THE CITY SPEAKS THROUGH ART

CHICAGO ARTISTS MONTH PRESENTS

Exhibit closing today!

STREET IMAGES

Join Pastor Moss for his monthly telephone message at 11:55 a.m., Thursday, December 13, 2012; January 10, February 14, March 14, April 11, May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, October 10, November 14, and December 12, 2013 Dial 218-844-0860 and enter passcode 206047; press the # key

Divine Imagination

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Announcements
The Stewardship Ministry Cordially Invites All New Members To Attend Their BLACK AND CHRISTIAN New Member Class
We are so happy that you walked the aisle, gave your heart to Christ and your hand to the preacher. So that you may become a full-fledged member of Trinity United Church of Christ you MUST complete your new member classes! If you havent taken both New Member classes (Sessions I and II) the Stewardship Ministry is expecting you! Please dont delay! Completion of the new member process after you have walked the aisle is in three stages: Completion of Sessions I and II (in that order) of your New Member Classes Right Hand of Fellowship on a first Sunday evening. The Right Hand of Fellowship is a requirement for full membership into your new church home, Trinity Actively becoming a member who works in one of the ministries of your church home ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Stewardship Ministry partners are eager to walk with you throughout this process and we are looking forward to your attendance.

Adults and Teens Sessions I and II Saturday, January 5, 2013 Registration: 9:30 a.m. Class: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fellowship Hall Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be served Children ages 12 and under 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Room 102

{Children must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian} Receive Right Hand of Fellowship Sunday, January 6, 2013, 4:45 p.m. Please remember to bring your Bible if you dont have one, well provide one for you! Please RSVP and CONFIRM your participation! Call the Membership/Ministry Services office, 773-9625650, immediately! PLEASE NOTE: Your picture will be taken during the Class.

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Announcements
Trinity UCC Founding Members
By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as a wise builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should build with care. 11For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 10:3-11 (NIV)
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The congregation of Trinity United Church of Christ recognizes and honors our founding and charter members on this, our churchs 51st Anniversary!

WEVE COME THIS FAR BY FAITH


Dea. Edna Avery Cora Bowman Houston Bowman Jacob Bruton Dorothy Bruton Deveraux Burns Samuella Burns Eddie Butcher Rosie Butcher Cheribelle Byrd Dr. Manford Byrd, Jr. Dea. Glover Chapman Dea. Mildred Chapman James Daugherty Elizabeth Daugherty Doris DeNye Blaine DeNye Dea. Henry Dishroom Irma Dishroom Henry Easton Dea. Theodosia Easton Mother Lucille Ellison Johnnie Ruth Flowers James Funches, Sr. Josephine Funches Glendyne Gilmore James Glenn Dea. Velma Glenn Barbara Glispie Joanne Glispie Doris Grant Shelby Grant Alfreida Green Dr. Solomon Green, Jr. Dea. Edith Hannah Hubert Hannah Ray Helm Venetia Helm Rosalia Holt Joseph Hooks Wilma Hooks Mattie Houston Calvin Howard, Sr. Viola Howard Delores Johnson Judge Edward Johnson Olivia Johnson Herald Johnson, Sr. Ethel Jordan Vallmer Jordan Johnise Lyles Horace Mattox Mary Mattox Rosie McCrowey Mary McDowell Sgt. Leon G. McMillan Atty. James Montgomery Madison Morrison Marjorie Morrison Frederick Moss Edreaner Moss J.C. Muse Virginia Muse Audrey Griffin Overton Rev. Regina Mattox Reed Robert Robinson Ruby Robinson Violette Robinson Amabel Richardson Robert Shannon Lucille Simpson Celelia Singleton Harold Singleton George Stevenson Virgil rice Yvonne Trice John Upshaw Ophelia Upshaw Pauline Williams Ernestine Withers

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Calendar
HIGHLIGHTS
TODAY 12/15 12/16 Trinity UCC 51st Anniversary Amani Service of Remembrance Sanctuary Choir 35th Anniversary Concert 12/18-12/24 Church Closed 12/25 12/26 12/231 Christmas Day Worship Service Kwanzaa Celebration Worship Service New Year's Eve Watch Service

TODAY 12/2
400 W. 95th Street
7:00 a.m. Worship Service - SA 9:30 a.m. Bible Teaching Moment - 203 11:00 a.m. Worship Service - SA 2:30 p.m. Imani Ya Watume - WC Twisted Planning Meeting - 120

MONDAY 12/3
400 W. 95th Street
1:30 p.m Active Seniors Dance Rehearsal - SA Deacons in Training Study Session - 202 Mwanabaraka Dance Rehearsal - A 6:30 p.m. Hospitality Ministry - 207 6:00 p.m. Band Rehearsal - SA 7:00 p.m. Divorce Care Facilitators Recruitment Meeting - 102 Women's Chorus - SA 7:30 p.m. Khayralla Dance Rehearsal - A

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street

TUESDAY 12/4
400 W. 95th Street
6:00 p.m. Band Rehearsal - SA Raise the Roof Campaign - Choir Dressing Room Sisterhood End of Year Celebration - FH 6:30 p.m. Sisterhood Ministry - 120 7:00 p.m. Men's Chorus - SA 7:00 p.m. Singles Community - WC

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street


11:00 a.m. Big Momma's House Quilting & Sewing Class - W301 6:30 p.m. Mimes Rehearsal - W307 6:45 p.m. Youth Drama Ministry - W302

7:00 p.m. Adult Drama Rehearsal - W302

WEDNESDAY 12/5
400 W. 95th Street
6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Prayer and Fasting 11:30 a.m. Prayer Service - WC 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Praise Team - FH Endowment Committee - BR Prayer Service - WC

THURSDAY 12/6
400 W. 95th Street
6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Band Rehearsal - SA Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal - SA

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street


7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. THEC College and Financial Readiness Workshop - W302 Tangeni Rehearsal - W301

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CALENDAR

6:30 p.m. Chinara Dance Rehearsal - W302

Calendar
TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street
11:00 a.m. Free-N-One - W302

FRIDAY 12/7

7:00 p.m.

Free-N-One - W302 Tough Love - W305

SATURDAY 12/8
400 W. 95th Street
7:30 a.m. Yoga Ministry - Narthex II 9:00 a.m. Liberation and Outreach Ministries - BR 9:30 a.m. Saturday Bible Class - Teens - 207 Saturday Bible Class - Adults -WC Saturday Bible Class - 5th/6th Grade - 202 Saturday Bible Class - 1st/2nd Grade - 120 Saturday Bible Class - 3rd/4th - 203 Saturday Bible Class - Preschool/ Kindergarten - 116 Saturday Bible Class - Discipleship - FH 11:00 a.m. Math Tutorial - 202/203 Little Warriors Rehearsal - WC Big Momma's House Story Telling and Reading - LI Tangeni Placement Rehearsal - WC JWT Restorative Practice - 116 Justice Training - 207 12:00 p.m. Usher's 50th Anniversary Luncheon - A 12:30 p.m. Walaika Rehearsal - WC Intonjane - 116/207/FH Youth Drill Team - 202 2:00 p.m. Isuthu - 102/120/203/WC 2:30 p.m. Internal Security Interviews - BR 3:00 p.m. Walaika Christmas Party - 207 Pre-Marital Counseling - 202 4:00 p.m. Greeters Ministry - A Internal Security - BR

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street


9:00 a.m. Justice Watch Team Training - W307 9:30 a.m. Village Keepers - W302 11:00 a.m. Information Technology - W301 12:00 p.m. Drug & Alcohol Business Meeting - W302 1:00 p.m. Grandparents Ministry - W301 2:00 p.m. HIV/AIDS Support Ministry - W302

Trinity Oaks - 6225 S. Drexel


10:00 a.m. Kujichagulia Ministry - SBR

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8301 West 95th Street Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Holiday Attire $40.00 per person Purchase tickets in the Atrium, following the 7:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. worship services. For information, call 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2301
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Friday, December 7, 2012 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Chateau Del Mar Banquets

Active Seniors and Friend Annual Christmas Luncheon

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Events
CHURCH-WIDE EVENTS
THE CHURCH AND CREDIT UNION WILL BE CLOSED FOR VACATION from
Tuesday, December 18 through Tuesday, December 25. The church will re-open for business on Wednesday, December 26th. During this vacation time, the Credit Union will be open on Sunday, December 23 only during regular Credit Union business hours.

MICAH LEGAL MINISTRY Are you an

MINISTRY EVENTS
BLAINE DENYE LIBRARY Ministry partners
invite you to visit our library and explore the volumes on Bible study, African American history and culture, For December: Chicken Soup for the Soul Christmas Treasury, by James Canfield; All Is Calm, All Is Bright: True Stories of Christmas, by Cheryl Kirking; A Different Kind of Christmas, by Alex Haley; Christmas Gif, by Charlemae Rollins; Christmas in the Big House, Christmas in the Quarters, by Patricia McKissack, The library is located on the 2nd floor, Our hours are Monday-Tuesday-Thursday, 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

attorney, legal professional, law student, or member interested in social justice issues who is seeking to join a ministry in which to grow spiritually and serve God's people? We invite all new and returning members to attend our end-of-the year meeting and holiday fellowship on Monday, December 10, 2012, 7:00 p.m., Room 207, We will discuss ministry activities for 2013 and the election of 2013 officers, as we continue to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God! For more information, email micah@trinitychicago.org or call 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2349

TRINITY HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION (THEC) College and Financial Readiness


Workshops, December 6, December 13, 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m., Trinity Village Center, 1947 W. 95th St., RSVP to Mrs. Grayson, 773-966-1582 or Mr. Hazley, 773-966-1583 AND ACT Prep Workshop, December 12 (Mandatory Parent/Student Orientation), :30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.; Workshops, December 29, January 5, 12, 19, 26 and February 2, Registration fee: $75.00, money order or cashiers check only, Register, Call 773-9661582 or 773-966-1583

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MINISTRY is

TRINITY UCC LEGAL CLINIC providing direct

dedicated to ending the silent killer in our community, Domestic Violence is not just a womans problem, it is a COMMUNITY problem, Please join us in our fight for survivors, call 773-966-1500, Mailbox 2317

FREE-IN-ONE For anyone suffering from drug and


alcohol abuse, Every Friday, 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Tough Love meetings for family members of drug and alcohol abusers, Fridays, 6:30 p.m., Call 773-966-1500, Mailbox 2319

legal advice, mediation services and representation to the congregation and community, For legal clinic hours Clinic is open 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m., Village Center, No appointment necessary, Also, we are always in need of legal professionals (especially attorneys) interested in volunteering for the Legal Clinic and/or participating in our legal referral directory, To contact us call 773-966-1500, Mailbox 2339 or send e-mail to Legal@trinitychicago.org

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Have you moved?

COMMUNITY EVENTS
100: A PSALM OF DEGREES an original
interactive stage play written and performed by Dr. JoAnn Marie Terrells 2012 AIDS and Violence Class at Chicago Theological Seminary, Wednesday,

Any children left the nest? Newly employed or newly married? Forgot your giving number? Call Membership Services, 773-966-1556 or 966-1553

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EVENTS

Events
December 5, 12:00 p.m. and Friday, December 7, 7:00 p.m., Chicago Theological Seminary, 1407 E. 60th St., Interactive with dress code: male/female audience members are asked to wear white t-shirts and jeans to form the general population of Centralia Prison, Free and open to the public College Tour, Information and tickets, Call Bro. Mark A. Smith, 773-962-1530 or visit www.atochicago.com/ ngss

SOUTH SIDE LUPUS Organization, Holiday

7 UNDER 40 CHRISTMAS REVIVAL

Celebrating the Gift, Monday, December 10 and Tuesday, December 11, 7:00 p.m., Burnside Community Baptist Church, 645 E. 91st Pl., Guest preachers, Rev. Neichelle Guidry Jones, Rev. Atty. Aaron McLeod, Rev. William E. Hall, Rev. Quentin Mumphery, Rev. Daryl Scarbrough, Rev. Reggie Backus

Dreams: Cure for Lupus annual dinner dance, Saturday, December 8, 6:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m., Olympia Fields Country Club, Olympia Fields, IL, For Reservations, Call 312-652-0002 or email sslupusorg@gmail.com

SPELMAN COLLEGE ALUMNAE

CEREMONIES IN DARK OLD MEN

powerful 60s drama by Lonne Elder, directed by Vaun Monroe, eta Square, 7558 S. South Chicago Ave., Often compared to A Raisin in the Sun, runs through December 23, Information and tickets, Call 773-7523955 or visit www.etacreativearts.org, ALSO All Blues Photography Exhibit, featuring photos by Farrard Ali, John Broughton, Foster Garvin and Javet Kimble, through December 23

Association, Chicago Chapter presents "A Crystal Blue Evening", Saturday, December 8, 2012, 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Germania Place, 108 W. Germania Pl., Chicago, Honorees include Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, President, Spelman College and Mrs. Naomi Cole Johnson, Class of '48, entertainment by Joan Collaso and The Larry Hanks Ensemble, Proceeds fund scholarships for Chicago area students attending Spelman College, Tickets, visit info@naascchicago.org, or call Lauri Sanders, 773-406-3030.

WRITING TUTORING AVAILABLE Dont

THE EXPERIENCE with Stellar award winning

Rance Allen Group, Friday, December 14, Doors, 6:30 p.m.; Event, 7:00 p.m., DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Pl., Tickets available at the Music Experience store, 1959 E. 73rd St., Information, Call 773-493-0154 or visit www. amusicexperience.com

let poor writing skills keep your child from excelling in school, Writing tutoring can improve grades and help students prepare for college, For information, Contact Roxanne Brown, 773-383-1553 or email roxwrites2@ gmail.com

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY Committee Adult


Literacy Program seeks volunteers to tutor adults, Information, Call Tommie Williams, 773-952-8540

MEN OF IOTA PHI THETA Fraternity, Inc.,

Alpha Theta Omega Alumni Chapter and Kenwood Academy Brotherhood sponsors the annual Non-Greek Step Show, Friday, December 7, 7:00 p.m., Kenwood Academy, 5015 S. Blackstone, hosts step teams from middle school, high school and communities, Some proceeds support the Kenwood Academy Brotherhood

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PRAYER CONCERNS

Service & Support Groups


Akiba Sales
(773) 966 - 1504 MON - THURS: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. CLOSED FRIDAYS SATURDAY 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY After each Service

Counseling Ministry Credit Union

(773) 966-1500, Mailbox 2315 (773) 966 - 1505 (773) 723 - 8382 (fax) TUES & THURS: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. SATURDAY 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. SUNDAY After 7:30 & 11:00 a.m. Services

Immabasi Health & Wellness Ministry Immabasi Support Groups:

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2332

Amani Trinity United Community Health Corporation


(773) 966 - 1506 MON - FRI: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Blaine DeNye Library

Domestic Violence Ministry Confidential Helpline Drug & Alcohol Recovery Ministry

Community Mental Health Council (773) 734 - 4033 (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2375 Diabetes (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2374 Family Caregivers (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2376 Lupus Support Ministry (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2342

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2205 MON - TUES - THURS: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2317

Kujichagulia Special Citizens Support Ministry Math Tutorial

Tough Love / Free N One (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2319

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2344 (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2338

Can-Cer-Vive Helpline Career Development Ministry

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2308

Endowment Committee/ Planters Society


773-966-1500, Mailbox 2379

Prison Ministry

Endowment@trinitychicago.org

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2354

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2309

careerdevelop@trinitychicago.org

Financial Counseling Consortium Healing Ministry

Trinity Community Development Corp.

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2378 (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2325

Trinity Higher Education Corporation


(773) 966 - 1508 TUES & THURS: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. FRIDAY 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. SATURDAY 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. SUNDAYS & MONDAYS CLOSED

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2377 MON - THURS: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

tcdc@trinitychicago.org

HIV/AIDS Support Ministry Housing Ministry

Trinity Computer Learning Center

(312) 409 - AIDS (2437) (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2327 (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2329

(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2333

Synergy Counseling Center


1947 West 95th Street 773-966-1592

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2012 Trinity UCC Theme Walking, Talking and Living Our Faith, Ephesians 4 (NLT)
January Ephesians 4:1 Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. February Ephesians 4:2 Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each others faults because of your love. March Ephesians 4:3 Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. April Ephesians 4:4 For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future. May Ephesians 4:5-6 There is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father, who is over all and in all and living through all. June Ephesians 4:7 However, he has given each one of us a special gift through the generosity of Christ. July Ephesians 4:11 Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. August Ephesians 4:12 Their responsibility is to equip Gods people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ. September Ephesians 4:13 This will continue until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of Gods Son that we will be mature in the Lord, measuring up to the full and complete standard of Christ. October Ephesians 4:14 Then we will no longer be immature like children. We wont be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth. November Ephesians 4:15-16 Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church. He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love. December Ephesians 31-32 Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.
2012 MEMORY VERSES

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Nobody But JesusA Special Gift


Sunday, December 16, 2012 4:30 p.m. Sanctuary

35th Anniversary Concert

Sanctuary Choir

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Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr., Pastor Emeritus 400 West 95th Street Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120 Telephone (773) 962-5650 www.trinitychicago.org Lifting Up Christ, Engaging the Community, and Celebrating our Culture

A community-driven initiative to support arts and culture, in collaboration with Trinity United Church of Christ. Sponsored by The Chicago Community Trust.

Thursday, December 13th Sunday, December 23rd Kennedy-King College Theatre


740 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL

The combination of dance and spoken word make for a powerful and emotional tributeI recommend The Black Nativity as a holiday tradition for everyone no matter your race or religious tradition. Its perfect for the whole family and as an introduction to musical theater for younger children. K.D. Hopkins, Chicago Theater Beat

By McKinley Johnson, directed by Chicagos own Ilesa Duncan The Nativity, written by McKinley Johnson, is inspired by Langston Hughes' holiday classic. This seasons classic telling of the journey of Mary and Joseph through the birth of Christ promises to inspire and elate audiences. ~Congo Square Theatre
Tickets are $35.00 (through Wednesday, December 5th), and are available for purchase in the Akiba Bookstore for the following dates: Friday, December 14, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, December 20, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 22, 3:30 p.m. Tickets increase to $45.00 on Thursday, December 6th.

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