Happy 2023!

We hope you had a merry Christmas and ready to jump into a new year! The Guild has some wonderful events planned for January and February with a little something for everyone!

Starting on Saturday, January 28th, join us for a half day Meditative Retreat in the parish center to explore one's spiritual gifts. Scroll down to register today.

On Tuesday, February 7th, Cocktails & Conversation returns with a splash of Hollywood! Join us for a lively discussion on all things Oscars with Lee Shoquist, film enthusiast and member of the Chicago Film Critics Association. Get your bling ready and grab a friend for an evening not to be missed. Registration is now open.

And finally, save the date for a Lenten Reflection on February 23rd in the Parish Center. We hope you can join us for this special evening with other women from the parish and community.

Celebrate the new year with the Guild community and the promise of a fresh start. Many blessings to everyone!

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Join the Guild!

Help support the vibrant programming of the FHC Women’s Guild by purchasing a 2022-23 membership today!

We are a community of women spanning four generations devoted to spiritual encouragement through a rich variety of social, educational and service activities. Come check us out!

Your $65 membership donation provides the following:

• 10% of all memberships will help support the Highland Park Community Foundation (www.hpcfil.org/july-4-fund)
• Priority registration for Advent Candlelight and other popular events
• Discounts on select program fees
• Donations to charities that help women and children
• Overall underwriting for Guild programs
• Our electronic newsletter

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Questions? Contact Diane Wright at (847) 921-3691 or diane.wright@comcast.net

Knitting & Crocheting For Charity

All parishioners are invited to join the Women's Guild Knitting (& Crocheting) group for charity. All beginner, intermediate and experienced knitters are invited!

Location/Time - Thursday Mornings, FHC Parish Center Living Room, 9:30am - 11am

Choose a project -** Prayer shawls for struggling parishioners, baby or youth hats and scarves or cowls for the underserved or lap blankets for veterans or bring suggestions for other projects.

Registration is required - To register, please email Cindy Brady at cbrady615@comcast.net or call her at (847) 501-2788. We look forward to seeing you as we work together to help others.

Bridal Assistants Needed

The Bridal Assistance Committee is looking for ladies to assist the bride and groom families at the rehearsal as well as the day of the wedding. To learn more details about this special committee and/or sign up as a volunteer, please contact Anita Worthington by email: anita_worthington@yahoo.com

SAVE THE DATE!

2023

JANUARY
28- Meditative Half-Day Retreat, 8:30 - 11:30am @ Parish Center
FEBRUARY
7 - An Evening of Cocktails & Conversation, 7 - 8:30pm @ Parish Center
23 - Lenten Reflection @ Parish Center
APRIL
19 - Spring Luncheon @ Glen View Club
MAY - Spring Garden Prayer Walk @ Chicago Botanic Garden

Bridge - Mondays & Fridays
Knitting - Thursdays, 9:30am @ Parish Center

Connect With Us!

Check out our homepage on the FHC Website

faithhope.org/womens-guild

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Email us questions & ideas

faithhopewomensguild@gmail.com

Advent Candlelight 2022

The Women's Guild celebrated another beautiful Advent Candlelight program the evening of December 7th. Four incredible women shared their faith filled stories to over 200 women in the church followed by a social gathering in the parish center. Thank you to the ladies who spent many hours organizing this special event.