December 5th, 2009

THE 2009 INDONESIAN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

Merry Christmas 2009Happy New Year 2010

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Willow Creek Community Church67 E. Algonquin Rd., South Barrington, Illinois 60010

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Indonesian Church Community in collaboration with The Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia

GreatestGreatestFrom Him Comes My Salvation

The 2009 Event Committee would like to especially thank the following individuals and/or organization:

1. Willow Creek Community Church2. Mr. Robert Ongko (our Lighting Person)3. Mr. Siung Liong, Mr. Ali (our Sound Men)4. Ms. Angela Suwaryanto (our Childrens Teacher)5. Ms. Vera Puspa Sari Setiawan (our LCD Operator)5. And others that we might have omitted

What you have done for the Lord will be rewarded abundantly by our Kind Master (Lord Jesus Christ). Once again, thank you very much, you have greatly blessed us with your ministry.

SPECIAL THANKS

SAMBUTANACTING KONSUL JENDERAL REPUBLIK INDONESIA DI CHICAGO

STEPHANUS M.SUWARYANTODALAM ACARA PERAYAAN NATAL TAHUN 2009

DI GEREJA WILLOW CREEK, 67 E.ALGONQUIN RD,SOUTH BARRINGTON, ILLINOIS 60010

SABTU, 5 DESEMBER 2009

Yang saya hormati Bapak Pendeta Jonathan,Saudara Ketua beserta seluruh anggota panitia penyelenggara,Jemaat yang berbahagia,Hadirin sekalian,

Salam sejahtera bagi kita semua,Selamat sore,

Marilah kita panjatkan puji dan syukur ke hadirat Tuhan Yang Maha Esa yang telah memungkinkan kita semua berkumpul pada sore hari ini pada acara perayaan Natal bersama.

Pada kesempatan ini perkenankanlah saya atas nama Konsulat Jenderal RI dan seluruh masyarakat Indonesia yang tinggal di wilayah kerja (Midwest) menyampaikan ucapan terima kasih dan penghargaan yang setinggi-tingginya kepada pihak gereja Willow Creek yang telah memberikan fasilitas ruangan ini untuk merayakan natal, dan kepada panitia serta semua artis pendukung acara pada sore hari ini.

Selama penugasan saya di Konsulat Jenderal RI di Chicago setiap tahun diselenggarakan acara Natal bersama. Bagi kami nilai kebersamaan dari kegiatan ini sangat penting dan saya kira baik untuk tetap dilanjutkan untuk memperkuat jalinan silaturahmi diantara kita yang berada jauh dari Tanah Air. Acara Natal tahun ini diselenggarakan bersama-sama oleh komunitas gereja Indonesia dalam hal ini Paguyuban Warga Katolik Indonesia-Chicago, Persekutuan Masyarakat Kristen Indonesia-Chicago, Arang Indonesian Small Group-Chicago, Chicago City Blessing Church, Glory of the Lord Fellowship-Chicago, International Full Gospel Fellowship-Chicago, Gereja Bethel Indonesia, yang bekerjasama dengan KJRI Chicago.

Perayaan Natal tahun 2009 mengambil tema atau pesan atau renungan the greatest gift yang sudah barang tentu akan diulas oleh Bapak Pendeta dalam khotbah maupun dalam bacaan-bacaan yang dikutip dari Alkitab. Semoga hikmah Natal memberikan kebahagiaan dan kedamaian dalam hidup kita dan marilah kita terus berdoa memohon kepada Tuhan Yang Maha Esa untuk kemakmuran dan kesejahteraan bagi seluruh rakyat Indonesia.

Akhir kata, kami ucapkan Selamat Natal dan Tahun Baru 1 Januari 2010. Selamat merayakan pesta Natal, semoga Tuhan Yang Maha Esa senantiasa melimpahkan rahmat dan berkat kepada kita semua.

Terima Kasih.

Chicago, Desember 2009Acting Konsul Jenderal RI Stephanus M.Suwaryanto

Merry Christmas 2009Merry Christmas 2009

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First of all, I thank God for the privilege of being the Event Coordinator of this years Christmas Celebration for the Indonesian Community in Chicago. The purpose of this Event is no other than to proclaim the Glory of His Name and to introduce Him to many people. It is not to launch themselves into the Society, It is not to make their Churches or Organizations known by public. Instead, it is to expand the Kingdom of God.I also would like to use this opportunity to thank the following:

1. My Pastors, Jonathan and Yvonne Herdiansyah for their prayers, love, and supports;

2. The Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia for their support;

3. The 2009 Event Committee for their hard work, prayer, and supports. Without all of you, this would not have worked as good. Good job, guys!

4. Persekutuan Masyarakat Kristen Indonesia for giving us this wonderful opportunity; 5. All the Churches and Christian Organizations in Chicago for their prayer and supports; and

6. Last but not least, on behalf of all the Event Committee, I would like to thank everyone for making the time and effort to honor us with your presences today.

I hope you are blessed. God bless you,

Edwin JocomEvent Coordinator

FOREWORD

CounselorEvent CoordinatorCo-Event CoordinatorSecretary 1Secretary 2Financial Coordinators

Program CoordinatorUsher CoordinatorFood CoordinatorCoordinator of PublicityCoordinator of DocumentationCostume Coordinator

Pastor Jonathan Herdiansyah

Edwin Jocom (GOLF)

Audrey Titus (GOLF)

Diana Setiawan (CCBC)

Lily Saputra (GOLF)

Yohanes Saputra (GOLF)Lely Kristinawati (CCBC)

Maya Mandey (GOLF)

Abram Mamahit (IFGF)

Febe Makapedua (GOLF)

Iwayan Subagia (CCBC)

Adi Soegianto (CCBC)

Yemy Tan (GOLF)

EVENT COMMITTEESometimes in the pressures of life our dreams get tucked away, like a long lost gift, never opened. But our dreams are clues to the destiny for which we were born, gifts to point the way. Christmas is a time to reopen those dreams--dreams for family, for community, for real purpose. Lets take a moment together to discover the beauty, the joy, and the strength that will carry us through, long after the last gift is opened. For after all ...this is The Gift... the Gift eternal.

we wish you a very special Christmas this year.

CHICAGO CITY BLESSING CHURCH

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CELEBRATION OF LOVEChristmas: Holiday lights, Christmas trees, Crowded malls, Snow falls, Warm foods, Expensive gifts, and of course, Santa Claus. Christmas: A cultural experience? Or, Christmas: A baby boy in a feeding trough, baying sheep, weary shepherds, and a humble teenaged mother and her husband. Christmas: A Celebration of the greatest Gift. Nations were founded on the teachings of this Man. Millions adore Him, and declare Him their Leader. Countless lives were lost in proclaiming His Name: thousands beheaded, staked through, and burnt; thousands beaten and stoned; and many more ridiculed and labeled as outcasts. It all started in that cave, the animal parking lot for the inn next door. He was a simple Man who, for the majority of His life, lived with His poor family, and worked as a carpenter. He was a servant to many, a homeless Man whose teachings grabbed the attention of the local government. He was humiliated, His life reduced to the value of 30 silver coins. He was killed by His own people.Why then, you may ask, did He revolutionize the world? Why then were wars fought for Him? Why then does His legacy live on? Why then is He the most pivotal figure in all of history? He was an unconventional man; He is God, the Messiah, the fulfillment of over four-hundred prophecies. He healed the broken, the sick, and demon-possessed. He lived the life of a Servant: He gave everything He had till it cost Him His life. And indeed, this was the sacrifice that He chose for Himself. He died to save all of man-kind. So to all who have received Him, we have a reason to celebrate! We are a free and forgiven people; we are friends of God. We have a listening ear, an all sufficient-provider, a care-giver, a shield, a peace of heart, an abiding joy and eternal life in a place where there is no sorrow. And to those who have not received Him: ask in faith! This Gift is freely given to all who desire! So this Christmas season let us remember and worship our God: the baby boy born in the humble manger, God in human form. The Greatest Gift of all time; let us celebrate!

By: Anonymous

THE ORGANIZATIONSIndonesian Consulate General in Chicago

Glory of the Lord Fellowship Pentecostal Church (GPdI) - Chicago

Chicago City Blessing Church (CCBC)

International Full Gospel Fellowship Church (IFGF) - Chicago

Persekutuan Masyarakat Kristen Indonesia (PMKI) - Chicago

Paguyuban Warga Katolik Indonesia (PWKI) - Chicago

Bethel International Church (GBI) - Chicago

Arang Indonesian Small Group - Chicago

211 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606Phone: 312-920 1880Fax : 312-920 1881Email : kjri@indonesiachicago.orgContact Person: Sylvia Shirley Malinton, Dra, MSiWebsite : http://indonesiachicago.info

Pastor: Rev. Jonathan HerdiansyahEmail: info@golfpc.orgPhone: 312-326-1631816 West 31st StreetChicago, IL 60608

Pastor: Rev. Rony KuswantoEmail: rony_k@mac.comPhone: 630-847-8566Place: Wyndham Hotel O'Hare6810 N. Manheim Rd.Rosemont, IL 60018Website: www.chicagocityblessing.org

Pastor: Ps. Bambang SoepraptoEmail: ifgfchicago@gmail.comPhone: 224-622-43421900 Nerge RoadElk Grove Village, IL 60007

Spiritual Advisor: Mr. Bertie MassieWebsite: www.pmkichicago.org

Pastur Pembimbing: Romo Eddie Doren & Romo LukasEmail: pwkichicago@gmail.comSt. Therese Catholic Church (in Chicago Chinatown)218 W. Alexander St.Chicago, IL 60616Website: www.pwki.org

Mission Pastor: Bapak Rusman SembiringSuper 8 Hotel, 1st floor4228 Longmeadow DriveAurora, IL 60504 USWebsite: http://www.gbiusa.net

Contact Person: Robert OngkoWillow Creek Community Church67 E. Algonquin Rd.South Barrington, IL 60010

PMKI

ARANG

01:00 p.m. 01:03 p.m. Opening Prayer by: Mr. Kasih Listiawan (CCBC)01:03 p.m. 01:08 p.m. Welcoming Words by Mr. Stephanus Suwaryanto (Acting

KONJEN)01:08 p.m. 01:33 p.m. Praise and Worship01:33 p.m. 02:08 p.m. Sermon (Rev. Jonathan Herdiansyah GOLF)02:08 p.m. 02:18 p.m. Candlelight Service (with Indonesian Children Dance)02:18 p.m. 02:30 p.m. Presentation by Financial Coordinator I (Johannes

Saputra) re: Relocating Funds to support the victims of an Earthquake that occurred in Padang and an Orphanage in IndonesiaPrayer before the offering will be led by: Mrs. Febri Sembiring (GBI)While offerings are being collected, PMKI will give special praise:Joseph and the Charm of Joseph.

02:30 p.m. 02:33 p.m. Closing Prayer by: Rev. Dr. Gabriel Farombi (Foursquare Church)

(Praise/worship; Sermon; Candle Light; Offering)

Celebration

02:35 p.m. 02:40 p.m. Welcoming Remarks by Leanne Mellado (Willow Creek Community Church) Love Gift for Willow Creek will be handed by Event Coordinator

02:40 p.m. 04:15 p.m. Special Performances04:15 p.m. 04:20 p.m. Prayer before Dinner by: PWKI

Room 100

Early Dinner with:05:00 p.m. 05:40 p.m. Special Performances05:40 p.m. 06:00 p.m. Childrens Gifts Distribution (To be given by Santa

Claus)06:00 p.m. 07:00 p.m. Thank Yous by Edwin Jocom (Event Coordinator)

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From Him Comes My Salvation

Gramps, what did you get me? Mark asked, eyes shining. Youll see. Gramps said with a wink. Patience, Mark. We have another week!

Mark clapped his hands together, I am so excited!! The young boy hugged his puffy blue coat tighter around himself, teeth chattering. He suddenly looked up at Gramps, remembering his elder sister. What did you get for Sis?

Well. Shell see. Gramps laughed, and reached to turn up the heat. Shell have to wait too. Mark studied the crinkles on Gramps face. It seemed as if the folds on his face were always hiked up, since Gramps was always smiling. It reminded him of his mother without the crinkles of course. Gramps, why are you always smiling? He asked suddenly. Gramps glanced at Mark, beaming Jesus gave it to me He gave you a smile? He asked, leaning forward. Can I have one too?

Of Course! Mark, you have one! Gramps pulled into the parking lot at the local Jewel, and parked next to the cart corral on the far end of the lot. He unbuckled his belts, and pushed the old Chevy doors open to the blasting winds outside. He opened the back doors, and smoothed Marks hair before unfastening him. If you want something, you just have to ask, son. He will give you whats good for you

Can he give mommy back? Why did He take her Gramps? I miss her Gramps picked him up, holding him close. His innocent questions had struck a chord in his heart. Tears welled up in his eyes as he thought of Susan. His daughter. Youll see.

What? Your Christmas present. Youll see. Patience, Mark. Youll understand They walked to the store, past shoppers with arms full of bags, a homeless man, and a disabled woman with a cane and a dog. Once inside, Gramps placed Mark inside a shopping cart, letting him

ride as he pushed. Lets get your favorite juice. Strawberry-Kiwi?

He nodded vigorously. Yeah, Gramps! Gramps wordlessly rolled the cart down

the aisles, loading the cart with bread, fruits, toothpaste, gift wrap, and other things from his shopping list. Mark squirmed, growing uncomfortable amidst the groceries. Gramps, Im stuck

Gramps laughed, Ah, Ill save you. They soon purchased the items, and

Gramps handed the juice to Mark.Im giving you this juice, could you hold on

to it for me? But, I want it now --- He tried opening

it, unable to open it fully. Patience, Mark. They rolled the cart out of the store.

Gramps pulled to the side, and stopped his cart.

But Mark, do you see that man over there

in the green and black jacket?YesRemember how I asked you to hold on to

the juice for me?YesI want you to give it to him.But its mineMark, who gave you the juice?You didSo will you listen to me when I tell you

what to do with it? But its mine Fine, that will be the last bottle I give

you, He paused, unless you do as I say. Mark looked up, eyes round. But I really

like this juice He stopped, and finally nodded. He began walking towards the man, alone.

Mark, I asked you to do it. Ill be there

with you he smiled, Here, take my hand. Mark took his hand, and they walked to

the man in the green jacket. Mark handed the bottle to the man, along with another box of food and a tract that Gramps had also given him.

Here. Gramps asked me to give this to you. Its my favorite juice. And this too

The man took both, a smile lighting up his face; he nodded once, Thank you! Thank you! Hey, God Bless you, Child! Thank you! Have a Merry Christmas now, Yhear? Yeah!

Mark nodded, and Gramps smiled back at the man. You too sir. God Bless you! H e just did

They soon returned to the car to load the

trunk. Gramps was strapping in a crest-fallen Mark, when he said:

That man doesnt have a home, Mark. You did a good thing today. Gramps grabbed a plastic bag, and sat down. This is what Jesus does, He gives, but sometimes he takes too. You have to give what He gives you. He took mommy He opened the plastic bag, and pulled out three bottles of Marks favorite juice. He opened one fully for Mark. One day youll see why. Hell do a lot more than you can imagine now. Youll see.

Smiling, Mark took the bottle. Patience. he said simply. And he chugged it as gramps started the car.

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Shalom,Glory of the Lord Fellowship (GOLF) Pentecostal Church, wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas. We pray that you

will rejoice in the blessings of His Name this Christmas and always.

God bless you,GOLF Pentecostal ChurchChicago, United States

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