Sister Sharon Glumb, SLW to Deliver Invocation at the 2019 Arlington Heights Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast

     Sister Sharon Glumb, SLW was born and raised in the Chicago area, and first met Sisters who served as her teachers. Initially she entered the Sisters of Christian Charity, but knew that God was drawing her toward the Sisters of the Living Word when this new Community founded in 1975. 

     During her years in ministry Sharon served by teaching 7th graders, directing a religious education program in a suburban parish, devoting a couple of years to campus ministry and also serving as vocation director for the Community and later for the Archdiocese of Chicago.

     Sharon felt the call to a more missionary form of life that brought her to Mississippi in 1992. For ten years, she served as campus minister at three colleges in Jackson, MS. 

     From 2000 until 2006, while continuing part time in campus ministry in the south, Sharon once again directed the Community’s new membership efforts. Following that, she returned to full time campus ministry, where she served three college / university communities in the Memphis Diocese until 2013.

     At that time, Sharon was elected to serve in Congregational Leadership for the Sisters of the Living Word for a five-year term, 2013-2018; and was re-elected in 2018 for a second five-year term.

     Sisters of the Living Word was founded on the strong belief that the Word of God which is inspired, cosmic and incarnate holds for us all the wisdom we need to live a life dedicated to God and the service of others. Our strength comes from participation in the Eucharist. Our prayer includes quiet time alone with God as well as prayer together in Community.

Joan Brody Garkisch to give First Scripture Reading the 2019 Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast

     Joan Brody Garkisch will deliver the first scripture reading at the 32nd annual Arlington Heights Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, February 7, 2019, from 7:00-9:00 AM at the Doubletree Hotel, 75 Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights (just west of Arlington Heights Road).  

     The event also features a breakfast buffet, music, and a keynote address by George and Beth Drost.

     Living in Arlington Heights for more than 20 years, Joan Brody Garkisch has always been actively engaged in our community.  Whether it be participating in School District 25/214 and Temple Chai events and activities, serving as an Arlington Heights Memorial Library Trustee or as the President of Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers, Joan enjoys joining the many educational, recreational and civic opportunities Arlington Heights offers. 

     In addition to her community participation, Joan is an expert in the field of criminal justice grant development and public safety fundraising and runs her own company, consulting with police departments across the nation. 

     Joan earned a Master's Degree in Public Policy from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.  Prior to attending Harvard, Joan received a Bachelor's Degree and a Master of Science Degree from Northeastern University in Boston, where she graduated Class Valedictorian and Summa Cum Laude from the College of Criminal Justice. 

     Joan is a self-described foodie who loves cooking and exploring world cuisines with her husband and three children.


     Lutheran Life Communities is the sponsoring organization for the Prayer Breakfast. Tickets are $20 per person or $200 for a table of 10 and may be ordered and paid for on line at  Arlington Heights Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast 2019 Registration . For more information contact Chamber Staff at the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce at 847-253-1703 or by e-mail at info@arlingtonhcc.com.

Pastor Colin Smith will close the 2019 Arlington Heights Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast in Prayer

     Pastor Colin Smith will close the Arlington Heights Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast in Prayer. The 32nd Annual community event will be held on Thursday, February 7, 2019, from 7:00-9:00 AM at the Doubletree Hotel, 75 Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights (just west of Arlington Heights Road).  

     The event also features a breakfast buffet, scripture readings, music, and a keynote address by George and Beth Drost. 

     Colin Smith is senior pastor of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church, a multi-campus church located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago; president of Unlocking the Bible; and chairman of The Orchard Network, whose purpose is to grow gospel leaders and churches.Born and raised in Edinburgh, Scotland, he trained at the London School of Theology where he earned the degrees of Bachelor of Theology and Master of Philosophy. Before coming to the States in 1996, Colin served as senior pastor of the Enfield Evangelical Free Church in London.

     He is the author of several books including Momentum: Pursuing God’s Blessings through the Beatitudes; Heaven, How I Got Here: The Story of the Thief on the Cross; Jonah: Navigating a God-Centered Life; The One Year Unlocking the Bible Devotional; 10 Keys for Unlocking the Bible; The 10 Greatest Struggles of Your Life; as well as others. His preaching ministry is shared around the world through Unlocking the Bible.

     Colin and his wife Karen reside in Arlington Heights, Ill., and have two married sons and five granddaughters.

     Lutheran Life Communities is the sponsoring organization for the Prayer Breakfast. Tickets are $20 per person or $200 for a table of 10 and may be ordered and paid for on line at: Arlington Heights Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast 2019 Registration. For more information contact Chamber Staff at the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce at 847-253-1703 or by e-mail at info@arlingtonhcc.com.

2019 Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast Registration Now Open!

JOIN US FOR A POWERFUL MESSAGE, A DELICIOUS BREAKFAST, AND PRAYER.

Mayor's 32nd Annual Community Prayer Breakfast
Thursday, February 7, 2019   7:00-9:00 a.m.
Doubletree Hotel, 75 W. Algonquin Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL

Follow this link to register: Arlington Heights Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast 2019 Signup

Irish Tenor Paddy Homan Returns to Sing at the 2019 Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast

     Irish tenor Paddy Homan will sing at the 32nd annual Arlington Heights Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, February 7, 2019, from 7:00-9:00 AM at the Doubletree Hotel, 75 Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights (just west of Arlington Heights Road).  

     The event also features a breakfast buffet, scripture readings, music, and a keynote address by George and Beth Drost. 

      Homan is a professional Irish tenor who performs throughout the United States.  A born entertainer, Paddy adds a layer of warmth and familiarity to his performances, bringing the audience not just closer to the music, but welcomes them into a unique Irish experience. Paddy’s quick-witted, Cork humor and spontaneity on the stage gave birth to the nickname Paddy “The Show-Man-Homan.”  Homan’s web site www.paddyhoman.com provides an opportunity to hear some of his work.

     Homan says: "It's all about connecting with people, be it on stage in the songs I sing, or in trying to make a positive difference in our daily work with seniors and the communities we serve. My faith is an integral part of this.”  Homan credits his faith as a guiding light both in his own life and in serving seniors at Lutheran Life Communities.

     In addition to being a talented musician, Paddy Homan, works as the Corporate Giving / Foundation Regional Director with Lutheran Life Communities.  He is a Social Work graduate of University College Cork, Ireland, with an MA from DePaul University (Philanthropy). He has served with Lutheran Life Communities since 2011. His prior work experience includes six years in Geriatric Case Management in Chicago, specializing in adult care protection, direct caregiver recruitment, training and supervision. Prior to that, he was a child welfare social worker in Ireland. 

     Lutheran Life Communities is the sponsoring organization for the Prayer Breakfast. Tickets are $20 per person or $200 for a table of 10 and may be ordered and paid for on line at: Arlington Heights Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast 2019 Registration. For more information contact Chamber Staff at the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce at 847-253-1703 or by e-mail at info@arlingtonhcc.com.