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Logos Summer is here! The camp is being held this week, June 8-12, 8 am-5 pm. The annual camp is for children entering kindergarten through graduating 5th grade. Fair Oaks offers a voluntary tiered-pricing structure from $100 to $300 for the week, and scholarships are available. Children bring their lunch, and the church provides snacks.

A Congregational Meeting is set for Sun., June 14, following the 10 am worship service. The meeting has been called to elect a new class of Elders and Deacons and to receive the Annual Report.

Our weekly Sunday School program is on break for the summer and will resume for all ages in September.

Stained Glass Summer: The Chancel Windows Join us on Sundays at 10 am as we explore the story of the church through the stained glass windows in our sanctuary. Our worship services are live-streamed on the Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel for those who cannot be with us in person.

Who: All adults welcome When: Resumes June 18 and meets Thursday mornings, 9:30-10:30 Where: Church Parlor or patio Book: My Life with the Saints by James Martin The book is available at the main branch of the Oak Park Public Library in the book club section.

The season is underway! Games are played against other rec teams from around the area on Friday nights through June 19. Click the button for the schedule, scores and standings. Go, Fair Oaks!

For many years, members of our church family have lovingly cared for our gardens, and we are so grateful for the care and beauty they’ve brought to our space. We’re looking to grow a small team of volunteers to help support and sustain this effort. Whether you enjoy gardening or simply want to lend a hand outdoors, even a little time makes a meaningful difference. If you’re interested, please email the office. Let’s come together to keep our gardens thriving.

The annual Donut Days fundraiser for the Senior High Mission Trip will be held on Sat., June 20, at the Farmers’ Market at Pilgrim Church. Mission trip participants are required to volunteer at Donut Days. Click the button to sign up.

Thanks to everyone for attending the recent meeting for the Senior High Mission Trip (SHMT) to Duluth, MN, July 17-24. The annual service trip is a highlight for the church’s senior high youth. Click here to access the meeting’s PowerPoint. Click here for the liability waiver and medical release form, also accessible via a QR code in the PowerPoint. Payments for the trip are due by Sun., June 14. Click the button to make payments. Any questions, contact Kori.

Fair Oaks is pleased to offer open Mahjong play every Tuesday, from 10 am to noon, in Fellowship Hall. No RSVP needed. Beginners welcome! Any questions, contact the office.

Logos is the weekly intergenerational experience where adults and children in grades 1 – 12 build relationships with one another and with God. Logos is held on Wednesdays from late September through late March. 1st-5th grades: 4-6:15 pm 6th-8th grades: 4:30-6:30 pm 9th-12th grades: 6-8 pm

Fair Oaks needs preparers for its monthly celebration of communion. While only ordained members can serve communion, anyone can help prepare the elements for communion. Please consider helping with this important part of our worship service.