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      <title>From the Deacons</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>From the Deacons: Each month the Deacons at PHCRC highlight a "Cause of the Month". For the month of June, they are highlighting Resonate and Bible League International, which they will donate $250 to each.&#13;
For more info on Resonate, click...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From the Deacons: Each month the Deacons at PHCRC highlight a "Cause of the Month". For the month of June, they are highlighting Resonate and Bible League International, which they will donate $250 to each.</p>
<p>For more info on Resonate, click HERE</p>
<p>For more info on Bible League International, click HERE.</p>
<p>If you would like to donate towards these causes, you may do so online or in the offering envelopes. Be sure to designate the cause you would like to donate to.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Cadets Update</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>Cadet Updates: A big thank you to Brandon Beach who has been a counselor for Cadets for 11 years, 8 of that being head counselor. Thank You, Brandon, for all you time and energy you have put into the Cadet program at Palos Heights. Brandon is stepping...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cadet Updates: A big thank you to Brandon Beach who has been a counselor for Cadets for 11 years, 8 of that being head counselor. Thank You, Brandon, for all you time and energy you have put into the Cadet program at Palos Heights. Brandon is stepping down from being the head counselor this year (he will be staying on as a counselor) and we would like to welcome Dirk Aardsma as the head counselor for cadets this coming year. Note that Cadets will also be extended to boys in grades 2nd to 8th grade this year. They will continue to meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. For more info on Cadets visit this website at: https://www.illianacadetcouncil.org/ and for more info on Cadets at Palos Church reach out to Dirk at: palosheightscrccadets@gmail.com. Look in the coming weeks for more info and their schedule for this coming ministry year.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Walk Out Worship Updates (WOW)</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>Walk Out Worship (WOW) Updates: WOW is for preschool-aged children (three to five-years-old) that meets during the worship service. The children worship in the sanctuary with their parents until they go up front for a children's message and...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Walk Out Worship (WOW) Updates: WOW is for preschool-aged children (three to five-years-old) that meets during the worship service. The children worship in the sanctuary with their parents until they go up front for a children's message and prayer. After the prayer, they are excused to head to their classroom for a Bible story and craft. WOW will be taking a break this summer and will not be meeting from June 7 - September 6. They will begin meeting on September 13 once again. WOW age children can head to the nursery during the worship service for the summer if needed.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Elim Christian Services Picnic Volunteers</title>
      <link>https://www.paloschurch.org/announcements/elim-christian-services-picnic-volunteers/</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>Elim Christian Services Picnic Volunteers Needed: Elim Christian Services is hosting their annual picnic on Friday, August 14 from 9:00AM to 2:00PM and they are looking for some volunteers to help with carnival games, push individuals in wheelchairs...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>Elim Christian Services Picnic Volunteers Needed:</span><span>&nbsp;</span>Elim Christian Services is hosting their annual picnic on Friday, August 14 from 9:00AM to 2:00PM and they are looking for some volunteers to help with carnival games, push individuals in wheelchairs, setup and take down for the event. Volunteers can assist in the morning or afternoon shifts, or for the full event. Volunteers must be 13 yrs old and up and this can count towards service hours for school. Contact Savannah at Savannah.Marchbanks@elimcs.org.</p>
<p>They are also looking for donations for prizes. Some examples are: Sports memorabilia, gift cards, hats, hygiene items, age-appropriate fidget toys, word puzzles, lotion, nail polish, tote bags, age-appropriate arts and crafts. Contact Lynn at lynn.diaz@elimcs.org with donations.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>The FCA Guardian Flag Football League</title>
      <link>https://www.paloschurch.org/announcements/the-fca-guardian-flag-football-league/</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>Hosted in partnership with Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Chicago Christian High School, is a four-week summer league designed to provide a fun, competitive, and Christ-centered athletic experience for student-athletes. This coed league is open...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>Hosted in partnership with Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Chicago Christian High School, is a four-week summer league designed to provide a fun, competitive, and Christ-centered athletic experience for student-athletes. This coed league is open to both boys and girls entering grades 3rd&ndash;9th for the 2026&ndash;27 school year and will feature three divisions: 3rd&ndash;4th grade, 5th&ndash;6th grade, and 7th&ndash;9th grade. Taking place on June 19 &amp; 26 and July 10 &amp; 17 from 6:30&ndash;8:30 PM at the Chicago Christian High School football field in Palos Heights, the league focuses on skill development, teamwork, and character growth. Each evening will include organized games, practice, and FCA Huddle time sharing the gospel for both athletes and parents, creating an environment where athletes can grow both on and off the field. For more info and sign up click&nbsp;</span><a href="https://leagues.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=2024070" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE.</a><span>&nbsp;(</span><span>C</span><span>hicago Christian Families will be offered a discount. Call the church office for more info)</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Serve 2026 Needs Your Help</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>Serve 2026 Needs Your Help:&#13;
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Ready to join us in being surprised by God??&#13;
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You’re in the right spot! &#13;
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This July 18 - July 25 we will be hosting Serve, creating space for students and youth groups from across North America to join us in being...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>Serve 2026 Needs Your Help:</span></p>
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<p><span>Ready to join us in being surprised by God??</span></p>
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<p><span>You&rsquo;re in the right spot!&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span>This July 18 - July 25 we will be hosting Serve, creating space for students and youth groups from across North America to join us in being and bringing God&rsquo;s presence in Palos Heights and the South suburbs.</span></p>
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<p><span>Thank you to all those who took a tag from the donation board located by the slat wall. There are a few more tags left if you didn't have a chance to get one. You may drop your donations off any time and place on the table located by the slat wall.</span></p>
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<p><span>Click&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.paloschurch.org/ministries/serve-2026/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a><span>&nbsp;for more info and for volunteer opportunities</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Need Service Hours for School?</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>Need Service Hours for School? At Palos Heights Christian Reformed Church, there are opportunities to meet your service hour requirements for school. You can help in the office, nursery, usher on Sunday mornings, serve breakfast at Roseland, and lots...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>Need Service Hours for School?</span><span>&nbsp;At Palos Heights Christian Reformed Church, there are opportunities to meet your service hour requirements for school. You can help in the office, nursery, usher on Sunday mornings, serve breakfast at Roseland, and lots of other options. Reach out to Vicki at 708-448-0186 or via email at vduh@paloschurch.org for more information</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Want to reach the Elders or Deacons at PHCRC?</title>
      <link>https://www.paloschurch.org/announcements/want-to-reach-the-elders-or-deacons-at-phcrc/</link>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>Want to reach the Elders or Deacons at PHCRC? You can email the Deacons at: deacons@paloschurch.org and the Elders at: elders@paloschurch.org If you’d prefer to call and need their number, call the church office at 708-448-0186.</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Want to reach the Elders or Deacons at PHCRC?</strong>&nbsp;You can email the Deacons at:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:deacons@paloschurch.org"><strong>deacons@paloschurch.org</strong></a>&nbsp;and the Elders at:<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="mailto:elders@paloschurch.org"><strong>elders@paloschurch.org</strong></a>&nbsp;If you&rsquo;d prefer to call and need their number, call the church office at 708-448-0186.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Small Jobs?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>Need a Ride? Help with Errands? Small jobs that you need help with around your home? Something Else? Contact the church office at 708-448-0186. Our Service Team will come and access the work and if they are able to help out with it.&#13;
Volunteers...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Need a Ride? Help with Errands? Small jobs that you need help with around your home? Something Else? </strong>Contact the church office at 708-448-0186. Our Service Team will come and access the work and if they are able to help out with it.</p>
<p><strong>Volunteers Needed:</strong> volunteers are needed to help out with requests. This could be a ride somewhere, run some errands, small jobs around the house for church members and those in the community. If you can help out, sign up on the slat wall in the church building or by clicking <a href="https://oyyngqebb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00195INcuOGUCj7rNU0NsNhjHxzAUcdc93MmIMu7v92u_LZJWRv_qZJQWbZOUK_ijPpUFg8eOwvud1ETLl0MkHkJlqT7L4DixuEFb1-rXrIK83lV-K7Z_ey88RqtQJGArnmstwxt7JivpDiNZwCxh2QnnVrMBEAYQLOHb4gR6rL0h052ajfwdudNzzFav-ZxXzG4IfNXCjBOH8jabJMdsuvfP6XLPaxdHMY&amp;c=i1WJeOl55nhEXLJel5SLD-a4jsCj-TIQRX_t5FIQXXRuRWv33u3CLA==&amp;ch=A5JZbujvVmxv-AXaCmeyZRn9voVohO1olthh4TB5tvT298-jf7qH0g=="><strong>HERE</strong></a>.&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Children &amp; Lord's Supper</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <description>From the Elders: A few years ago, in conjunction with Synod, the Elders adopted the opportunity for baptized children to participate in the Lord’s Supper before they make a formal profession of faith. On January 26 the Elders met with various...</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>From the Elders:</span><span>&nbsp;A few years ago, in conjunction with Synod, the Elders adopted the opportunity for baptized children to participate in the Lord&rsquo;s Supper before they make a formal profession of faith. On January 26 the Elders met with various Kid's Club classed to discuss this opportunity for them. If you or your children have interest or questions, please reach out to your family Elder.</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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