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Will County Children's Advocacy Center

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) comprised of law enforcement, DCFS investigators, medical personnel, prosecutors, and Will County CAC forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists in response to reports of severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, commercial exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence of children, in Will County, IL. Our Will County CAC intake/MDT coordinator, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists provide the following services: * Forensic Interviews: After a child is referred to the Will County CAC by law enforcement or the IL Dept. of Family Services (DCFS), our Intake Coordinator schedules a forensic interview for the child. One of our 4 forensic interviewers listens to the child’s story and asks non-leading, developmentally-appropriate questions as the child talks about the trauma he/she has experienced. Law enforcement, prosecution, DCFS, and mental health professionals observe the interview from a separate room. This reduces trauma for the child and provides a stronger foundation if the case goes to court. * Family Advocacy: Our family advocates are committed to helping each family navigate the complex systems that a family enters when a child makes an outcry of abuse. As each case goes through the investigation, prosecution and healing process, the team is there to help the family understand the process, learn about their rights and successfully access resources that will help their family during crisis. * Trauma-Focused Therapy: Our team of licensed clinical social workers provide short-term, trauma informed therapy to children who have received a forensic interview. Since child abuse affects the whole family, the services are available at no cost to both the child and their non-offending family members. Individual and group therapy is offered in English and Spanish.

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The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs)...

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Peace Preschool is a smaller-scale Christian preschool that offers classes to children ages 3-5 in a loving and nurturing environment. What makes us unique? * large outdoor play area with playground * full-sized gymnasium * dedicated library * many field trips and special events throughout the school year * opportunities for parents to assist in the classroom

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Peace Preschool is a smaller-scale Christian preschool that offers classes to children ages 3-5 in a loving and nurturing environment. What makes...

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A welcoming space for healing, exploration, and spiritual education. Step into our crystal and rock wonderland in Mokena, Illinois. Visit our retail store to explore crystals from around the world, spiritual books, gemstone jewelry, traditional brass singing bowls from Nepal, and a wide variety of holistic offerings. At High Ho Gems, Inc., experience immersive sound baths featuring the world’s leading Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowls by Crystal Tones. These extraordinary instruments are also available for purchase, as we are a registered partner. Education is at the heart of what we do. We offer a wide range of classes and events, including Reiki certification (Levels 1–3), chakra studies, crystal education, meditation, women’s circles, Reiki Shares, holistic markets, and our long-running concert series. Shop consciously sourced crystals, receive Reiki, experience sound healing, and grow through guided classes and workshops in our Mokena healing studio. We are a family-owned small business, proudly serving the community since 2014 and rooted in Mokena since 2020. Mission At High Ho Gems, Inc., our mission is to create a heart-centered community where people of all backgrounds feel safe, welcomed, and supported. We offer authentic, high-vibrational experiences that help individuals connect more deeply with themselves, spirit, and their purpose—uplifting, inspiring, and bringing light to every soul’s journey.

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You’re invited 🤍 Creations by Beth Photography is hosting a studio Open House on May 7, and we’d love for you to stop by! This is a great opportunity to tour the studio, see real examples of heirloom artwork and albums, and get a feel for what a full portrait experience looks like—from newborn to family sessions. Whether you’re expecting, have little ones, or simply want to update your family portraits, this is a relaxed, no-pressure way to explore what we offer. 📍 9700 W 197th Street, Suite #102-C, Mokena We’d love to welcome you in and connect with more families in the community 🤍 A small giveaway will also be available for those who attend ✨

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MOKENA, IL - Students at Arbury Hills Elementary School in Mokena recently learned a bit about what life is like as a dairy farmer. David Surprenant, a dairy farmer from nearby Manteno, shared some of what goes on from day to day with second graders at the school. Surprenant is pictured here with Abbie McGraw, a student at Arbury Hills. Photo courtesy of Arbury Hills Elementary School

MOKENA, IL - Students at Arbury Hills Elementary School in Mokena recently learned a bit about what life is like as a dairy farmer. David Surprenant, a dairy farmer from nearby Manteno, shared some of what goes on from day to day with second graders at the school.

Surprenant is pictured here with Abbie McGraw, a student at Arbury Hills. Photo courtesy of Arbury Hills Elementary School

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Hiring: Part-Time Choir Director
Trinity Lutheran Church New Lenox, IL Choir Director Position - Part Time 
508 North Cedar Road New Lenox, IL 60451
Choir Director Job Description and Duties:
-Choose music from files and/or purchase (from budget*) music for selected services. 
-Music is chosen based on voicing, church year theme, readings, and/or gospel reading, if possible. Difficulty level is also a consideration. 
-Let church secretary know for placement in the service bulletin. 
-Organize music including filling and emptying folders and filing music. 
-Conduct rehearsals. 
-Direct choir at services and rehearsals. 
-Choir rehearsals have been held on Wednesday nights at 7pm for usually 1 hour (could be adjusted). More time needed near Easter and Christmas. 
-Choir has traditionally sung after the 2nd reading during services. We also sing during offering as well as for prelude. (concurred with pastor - anywhere during service as needed). 
-Singing dates are chosen based on choir member availability and when music is fully prepared. 
-Singing dates that happen every year: 
*Reformation Sunday, the Sunday before Thanksgiving as well as on Thanksgiving 
*Christmas Eve 11:00pm Service 
*Ash Wednesday 
*Maundy Thursday 
*Good Friday 
*Easter at Both Services 
*Confirmation 
-Choir sings during Advent, Lent, and ordinary time. 
-Recruiting new members
Extra info: 
-During Lent, other rehearsal arrangements may need to be made since Wednesday have the Soup and Sandwich and Lenten Services. Choir has switched to Mondays or Thursdays before. (sometimes practices have been held between the 8:00am and 10:30am Service.) 
-If the organist is not available to accompany, the director may need to hire (budget funds) someone who is capable on piano, organ or other instrument. 
-Presently two choir members teach Sunday School, so when we have to sing during offering at the 9:00am service. The director may text them when the sermon starts.
-Questions, please call or email: (815) 485-6973 or <a href="mailto:tlcsecretary508@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">tlcsecretary508@gmail.com</a>

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