Farewell and Godspeed to Art Sample

Once again, Immanuel members bid farewell and Godspeed to a long-time member. This time, it's to Art Sample, who is leaving Chicago to move to the Detroit area to be closer to his children there.

Art has been a member at Immanuel for more than twenty-five years. During that time, Art served as chair and vice-chair of Immanuel.

During the 3½ years that I've served Immanuel with Word and Sacrament ministry, Art has served as an usher/greeter, handing out worship folders, passing the offering plate, and distributing the cup at the Holy Eucharist.

Art's last "official" Sunday at Immanuel just happened to be the last Sunday of the current church year, Christ the King, November 26.

The Ladies Aid of Immanuel hosted a farewell pot-luck luncheon for Art on Sunday, November 19, at which time members shared fond memories of Art's time at Immanuel. They also presented him with several "going away" gifts. And, we took one last picture of Art, surrounded by church council members with whom he served.

Left to Right: Karen Viveros, Icora Miller, Art Sample, LC Cook, Art Arellano, Chris Arellano

I'm a Grandpa again

My grandson, James George Andrews, was born on July 27. He weighed 9# 5 oz. His "big sister" is Sophia.

A Weekend in Minneapolis

Recently, we spent a weekend in Minneapolis with our daughter.
We spent some time at the newly-opened Minneapolis Public Library.
Above is a picture of the main entrance of the Library. (Click on picture for a larger view.)


Here's a view from just inside the main lobby.
















Finally, here's a view of the Mississippi River from the "bridge" of the Guthrie Theatre.

English District Recognition

At the English District Convention Banquet on June23, Bishop David Ritt recognized a variety of people who had served the district in various capacities during his nine-year administration.
I was recognized for having served as Chair of the Public Relations committee during those nine years.

Farewell and Godspeed to Delores Williams

Delores Williams has been a member of Immanuel for at least 30 years.

She has served as Treasurer of the congregation for many years.

Today, July 2, we bade Delores Farewell and Godspeed. Later this week, she will move to Texas.

Immanuel Lutheran Church - South Chicago

Founded in 1873, Immanuel Lutheran Church in South Chicago (in the shadow of the Skyway Bridge) has been without residential pastoral care for 15 years. I am privileged to provide Word and Sacrament ministry to this "little band" of God's people on Sunday mornings.

First Post

This is a blog where I will post some of my activities as a Retired Parson