Saints Update 10/23/26

October 23, 2026 View this email in your browser

Did You Know...

We have a St. Peter Lutheran Church and School Safety and Security Advisory Group? This team of church and school leadership, members of the Arlington Heights PD, and parents with law enforcement/military backgrounds meet roughly every other month to discuss latest trends in church and school safety, St. Peter’s specific campus needs, our performance during safety drills, and proactive planning for future events. Having a committee that spans multiple different areas of focus keeps us connected to an ever-growing network of conferences and experts centering their mission on keeping schools and churches as safe as possible.

From a campus standpoint, we’ve highlighted the infrastructure improvements that have been completed over the past year with new security cameras and entry buzzers. I’ve also shared some of the updated entry procedures that our guests would be expected to follow if they seek to visit the building during school hours. I felt this would be a great opportunity to share a little about this advisory group and lift up all the volunteers that have committed to donating their time with the intent of keeping our St. Peter staff & students as informed and prepared as possible.

Have a blessed weekend!
~Mr. Goffron

UPCOMING DATES

• October 26-30 - Parent Teacher conferences (4PS-8th Grade)

• October 30 - No School, Extended Care Available (registration below)

• November 6 - Mahj & Mingle Fundraiser (details below)

• November 9 - Winter ACE Begins (sign-up below)

Click HERE for the full calendar

2'S EXTENDED CARE 10/30

PRESCHOOL- 8TH GRADE EXTENDED CARE 10/30

2ND QUARTER CHAPEL OFFERING: Sharing Christ’s Love with Girls in South Africa
St. Peter is partnering with our dear friend, Maureen Nyaka, and Ntombizimele (pronounced “Nn-tome-bee-zeemay-lay”), a new women’s ministry in South Africa whose name means “A Woman Who Stands on Her Own.”
Ntombizimele seeks to bring hope, healing, and practical support to women and girls who have experienced abuse, neglect, and other difficult circumstances. Through Christ-centered compassion, mentorship, job and life-skills training, essential hygiene supplies, and health and wellness support, the ministry helps women and girls rebuild confidence, restore dignity, and work toward a brighter, more independent future.

Just $13 can provide one girl with a year of essential hygiene support! Access to basic hygiene supplies can help a girl maintain her dignity, care for her health, and continue attending school. Our goal is to support 100 girls for an entire year, raising approximately $1,300.

Your gift is about more than providing supplies. It’s about reminding a girl that she matters, she has not been forgotten, and she is deeply loved by God.

WINTER ACE IS HERE!
Give your child something exciting to look forward to after school! St. Peter’s ACE (Arts, Culture, and Entertainment) Program offers engaging, hands-on classes for students in Preschool through 8th grade, giving them opportunities to explore new interests, discover their talents, and learn new skills. From creative arts to exciting enrichment activities, there’s something for everyone! Winter ACE registration is open in Skyward—log in and select the ACE Registration tile to explore classes and sign up today.

SAVE THE DATE: SHOP FOR STORIES, SUPPORT ST. PETER!
Monday, November 23 | Scout’s Tales

Save the date for a fun day of stories, shopping, and supporting St. Peter! Stop by from 12:00–4:30 PM to hear your favorite St. Peter teachers read, then come back from 5:00–7:00 PM for an Adults-Only Sip & Shop featuring permanent jewelry by Flaherty Jewelers, sweet treats, and more! Stay tuned for our full pop-up lineup!

Even better, a portion of all purchases will be donated back to St. Peter! More details and the teacher reading schedule coming soon. Save the date and get ready to shop local for a great cause!

HELP MAKE OUR STARLIGHT GALA AUCTION SHINE!
Our Starlight Gala is coming up on Friday, March 12, 2027, and we're on the hunt for some amazing donations to make our silent and live auctions a success!

Have a favorite restaurant, salon, boutique, or local business you love? Maybe you own a business, have season tickets you're willing to share, or know someone who could donate a unique experience. We'd LOVE your help!

We're looking for gift cards, merchandise, services, sporting event tickets, vacation stays, unique experiences, and more! No donation is too big or too small, and every contribution brings us one step closer to our goal of building a brand-new playground for St. Peter!

Have something to donate or a business connection to share? Contact Allison Gill at agill@FullLifeinChrist.org or drop off your donation at the church or school office.

Together, we can make this year's Gala shine brighter than ever. Thank you for helping us create something special for our students and generations to come!

MAHJ & MINGLE — REGISTRATION ENDS SOON
Grab your friends and join us for Mahj & Mingle on Friday, November 6 at Rep’s Place! Whether you’re brand new to Mahjong or already know how to play, come enjoy a fun night out while supporting the Starlight Gala and our new playground!

Doors open at 6:00 PM | Lesson at 6:30 PM | Play begins at 7:00 PM

Tickets are $100 per person and include appetizers, a glass of wine, and a Mahjong lesson. With only 24 seats available, space is limited — grab your spot before they’re gone! Register HERE

BINGO BRATS AND BEER!
Save the Date! Join us on Friday, November 20th at 6:00 pm in the St. Peter Life Center for the ultimate night of cold brews, sizzling brats, and high-stakes Bingo! Bring your friends, your appetite, and your lucky charms for a fantastic evening. Note: This is an adults only event. More details to come.

FOOD DRIVE CHAPEL COLLECTION ON NOVEMBER 11
St. Peter’s Community Partners Ministry is organizing its semi-annual food drive for Jehovah - El Buen Pastor Lutheran Church and Good Shepard Christian Academy, in Chicago, serving the Logan Square community. We are helping Jehovah stock their food pantry for the holidays and winter season.

Please place your food donations in the designated area in the narthex through Sunday, November 8. Students are asked to bring their food donations to chapel on Wednesday, November 11. Please only bring non-perishable items: canned foods (soup, tuna/salmon, ravioli, spaghetti, fruit, vegetables, etc.), packaged foods (coffee, tea, macaroni and cheese, pasta, potatoes, cereal, rice, etc.), paper products (paper plates, paper towels, facial tissue, toilet paper, etc.), and family-size toiletries (shampoo, soap, toothpaste, deodorant, laundry detergent, diapers, etc.).

If you would like to help pack the donations, we will be packing on Wednesday, November 11, from 7:00 am to 9:00 am in the Narthex. We appreciate any donations of copier paper boxes to pack the food in. If you have any questions, would like to volunteer, or have boxes, please contact Vaughn or Diane Kuerschner at 847-980-7648. Thank you for your support!

LUNCH ORDERS!
Please note that All hot lunch orders must be placed BEFORE 7:00 pm THURSDAY EVENING of the PRIOR WEEK.

FULL LUNCH ORDER

MIDDLE SCHOOL ALA CARTE

CELEBRATE THE SAINTS WHO HAVE BEEN CALLED HOME
We will celebrate All Saints Day during our weekend worship services this weekend, October 31 & November 1. We will be recognizing those Saints who have departed in the past year (Oct ‘25 thru Nov ‘26) in the faith. If you have a loved one you would like remembered in this service, please add their name using the form HERE

Join our multi-generational women’s group this month as our very own Alicia Potvin encourages us to discover a confidence that grows through seasons of loss and rejection, learning to move forward, conquering through Christ. Grounded in 1 Peter 2:4, 9, we’ll be reminded of who we are in Christ and the confidence we can have because of Him. Cozy up with some warm chili and fellowship with other women on October 27, from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Life Center. If you’re able, sign up to bring Chili HERE. Or provide a side dish or dessert (no need to sign up for that). Or just come as you are!

Mission: Leading People To A Full Life In Christ
I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10

Vision: Seeing Lives And Communities Transformed As We Become More Like Jesus
And we all… are being transformed into His image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18

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