Host of the Prayer Bench
Sunday, December 18 at 11am. We celebrate by unwrapping the Advent Gift of Love. Special Music by our expanded choir with the direction of Emily Logan. A Celebration of Communion. We come to the Table for our refreshment as we come close to the Mystery of Christmas. You are welcome.
Summary of Actions at the Congregational Meeting December 4, 2016 The congregational meeting was called to receive the Report of the Joint Needs Assessment Committee (JNAC). This committee, worked over many months, to review the needs and ministry desires of the congregation. The Report was accepted and the Joint Needs Assessment Committee was disbanded, with thanks. … More Notes from the Congregational Meeting on Dec. 4, 2016
“Christmas won’t seem like Christmas at all.” The reasons vary: Children have grown older and the magic of opening presents just is not what it used to be; young adults have left home and won’t be here this Christmas; Unemployment, underemployment, or retirement have put a dent in normal celebrations. A marriage is on the rocks; health concerns … More When Christmas Doesn’t Seem Like Christmas …
On the third Sunday in Advent we light a pink candle and celebrate Joy. Joy is a gift the earth needs. And it is a joy and a delight when the children lead us in worship. On Sunday, December 11 we celebrate the Coming with a Pageant. All are welcome. And we are grateful to … More Sunday School Pageant – Dec. 11
Do you knit or crochet? Perhaps you would like to make a Prayer Shawl this winter. We have easy patterns to knit or crochet one. They are available on the table outside the church office. Prayer shawls have been around for centuries and offer comfort and loving presence to those who receive them. A Prayer Shawl … More Prayer Shawls
It’s that time of the year again. Snow-time! Here is how you can find out if there is a Worship Service on a wintery Sunday: 1. Call the church office and listen for a message. If the worship service is cancelled, there will be a message indicating this. Phone 386 3277. 2. Check the website. … More Winter Weather Notice
Now it is Advent. It is a time of getting ready for the mystery of Christmas. You are welcome to join in worship. ALL SERVICES ARE AT 11am UNLESS INDICATED. Advent 1: November 27 – Getting Ready! Advent 2: December 4 – Lessons and Carols and Readings Advent 3: December 11 – Sunday School Pageant … More Advent & Christmas Worship
This Saturday, November 19, from 9:00 – 1:00pm. Serving soup with a roll or tea biscuit and a cookie. Eat in or take out. Silence Auction. Crafts. Used books. Baked goods. Jams & Preserves. There is something for everyone!
Sunday, November 20th – Kid’s Club will stay for lunch after church – followed by our SCROOGE Night. When you hear the name Scrooge, you think of a mean, selfish old man who wouldn’t share a thing with anyone. But for our youth group, the name Scrooge means something very different. It means taking the … More Kid’s Club Project
With thanks to Margaret and Frank, and all who helped create a joyful Halloween celebration.
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