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February 2015 Edition

 

When I think of February, I think of the bone chilling cold and snow that I have grown up with, the Super Bowl and the beginning of Lent with Ash Wednesday.

Just like any other month of the year, our Church has much going on.  Please read on to see what's happening!
Annual Budget Meeting Recap & Hold Date for Congregational Annual Meeting & Potluck
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Thank you to all who attended the Annual Budget Meeting on January 25th.

Here are some key points:

  • A faith based budget WAS NOT proposed by the Business Committee.
  • Much discussion on the proposed cuts.
  • Three votes taken with a compromise budget being accepted by the Congregation.

We invite you to look over the Presentation Slides here and to read the Minute Meetings here.

 

If you wish to receive a copy of the budget exhibit, you can grab a copy from the Chapel Room or contact Paul Cornish so he can give you one.

 

As chair of the Business Committee, I can't thank everyone enough for allowing me to present and for everyone who shared their thoughts, concerns and ideas to help close the budget gap.  Thank you.

 

Congregational Annual Meeting & Potluck Lunch- Sunday, February 22nd after Service
Join us for this meeting to recap the past year of committee activity, welcoming new committee members and for discussion about our Church goals, what issues we face and to share ideas together.

Plus, we'll have a great Potluck lunch which is always fantastic.
  • Families with last names beginning A to K should bring a salad or dessert
  • Families with last names beginning L to Z should bring an entree.
Deacons Want You to Know...
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Here are several things the Deacons would like the Congregation to know:

  1. Greeters Needed -  We will be creating a list of members willing to serve as greeters for our Sunday worship services, and setting up a rotating schedule similar to the Coffee Hour schedule.  If you would like to help make ours a truly welcoming church, please see any Deacon or sign up on the sheet available in the Chapel Room.  Thank you!
  2. Fat Tuesday Supper, Tuesday, February 17th from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm - Help us celebrate the coming of the Lenten Season with a Pancake, eggs, sausage, juice and coffee meal!  There is no cost to join us, but Free will offerings are gladly accepted.
  3. Ash Wednesday Service, February 18th at 7:00 pm - Join us in worship as we begin Lent and the 40 days of fasting leading up to Easter.

Please visit the Deacon's Bench to see who is on the Board and who to call should you need anything.  Thanks to all who helped out this past year. 
Moderator Moment
Nov. 9th Brainstorming Info & Request

Find the numerous items shared at this meeting here, but we have a couple items we need help with now:

1. Video recording Rev. Taylor's Sermons - Do you have quality video equipment or know somebody that does?  We need a volunteer to record a few sermons (nothing else, just the sermon) for posting to our website.  Don't worry about the editing, we have a volunteer for that!

2. Research all local newspapers for cost of regular ads or entries in their Calendar sections about us - Ad would be along the lines of "Are you looking for a spiritual home?"

Please contact Maryann Burns if you can help, have questions or have new ideas to share.  Thanks!

Attention all Committees
In preparation for the Congregational Annual Meeting on Sunday, February 22nd, please submit your annual reports to Sonia Higley no later than Saturday, February 14th.  Thank you.
CE Corner
teacher-reading-story.jpgCalling all Teachers to the Fourth Annual Teachers Appreciation Dinner

On Friday February 27th, the Men's Ministry group will once again be serving an excellent meal to all of the teachers in our Sunday School program.

Please come and share with the CE Committee what went right this year, what didn't, what you think of the program and how we can make it better.

Come share some laughter, food and fun with all of your fellow teachers.  We are so thankful for all of you and all that you do for our children.  This special meal is one way we would like to say thank you.

So mark your calendar for February 27th at 6:00 PM and please join us.  It's going to be a great evening!
More News of Interest...
Be sure to check out the Our Church Family and The Deacons' Bench pages on our website as they share even more details on today's CCB news of importance:
  • Scout Sunday, February 8th - Our Church, the chartered organization for Cub Scout Pack 23, will celebrate Scout Sunday.  All Scouts, boy or girl, Explorers or Venturers are invited to join and encouraged to come in uniform.
  • Scrips is a KNOWN WAY to raise money & reduce the deficit - Commit to our Church by committing to this program.  See Maryann Burns to learn how easy it is to do.
  • Join the Choir - Walk-ins are welcome for all sections of the Senior Choir.  Rehearsals are Saturdays 9 am to 10:15 am and Sundays 8:30 am to 9:45 am.
  • Altar Flowers - The Flower Committee would like to thank all those who contributed flowers for the altar in 2014.  The new calendar is up for 2015, so please select a special date and fill in a form at the same time.  The calendar and forms are available in the Chapel Room.
  • Sliver Lake Conference Center Camp - The 2015 registration opened January 15th and information is available in the Chapel Room and on the Silver Lake website.
  • Frank Roswell Fuller Scholarship Fund - Full information and application packets are available in the Chapel Room. This is available to a senior high school student within Hartford County that 1) demonstrates financial need, 2) maintains a 70 GPA or better, 3) is a member of the UCC/Congregational Church and "professed to be of the Congregational faith" and 4) plans to attend a fully accredited 4-year college as a full-time candidate for a baccalaureate degree.
In This Issue
Quick Links
Pastor's Monthly Message
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From the Deacon's Bench
From the Deacon's Bench
Moments with God
Moment's With God by Darlene Michaud
Our Church Family
Congregational Church of Burlington
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Frank's Flix and KC Dubliner Fellowship & Fun Night Out
KC Dubliner Grille & Pub
Frank's Flix - Friday, February 13th Double Feature for Valentine's Weekend!

Parents, enjoy a night out to celebrate Valentine's Day while we enjoy two great Disney movies, Lady and the Tramp (G, 76 minutes) and Beauty and the Beast (G, 84 minutes).

Drop off is at 6 pm and you can send them in with dinner, if you wish.  Pick up will be at 9 pm.

We'll have popcorn and juice, but feel free to bring your favorite goodies as well.

As always, Frank's Flix movies are free but goodwill donations are accepted to replenish the Frank Parmer Fund which is dedicated to helping the children of our Congregation.
 

KC Dubliner Grille & Pub Night Out 

 

When: Saturday February 7, 2015 from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM EST 

   

The Evangelism & Fundraising Committees are sponsoring an event with the proprietor of KC Dubliner Grille & Pub on Saturday evening February 7th.

 

Come have some food, fun and fellowship while helping out a local business and our church!

 

KC Dubliner will be sharing a portion of the proceeds from the food and drink - Sign Up & See You There!
Congregational Church of Burlington In closing, I have to give thanks to all who had the time to attend the Annual Budget meeting last week.  The Business Committee had some difficult decisions to make and we did, which I am proud of.

I am also proud to be a member of this Congregation because the passion, love and caring all showed through in very civil and well-intentioned discussions.  So many great comments and good ideas.  This is what being a member of a Congregation is all about!

While we are still short of the optimal budget when it comes to pledging, I am optimistic that people are committing to the Congregational Church of Burlington and all it stands for because pledging is up in 2015.

As I said in the meeting, if we get "40 giving 14 for 52", then we have no budget deficit at all!  Well, we only need 39 now!  If we get close to the 40 and the generous donations continue for things like a music license, bathroom supplies, office supplies, kitchen food or sweat equity, then we will not only survive, but thrive.

We can and we will solve the deficit as we increase Scrips participation, continue to give and get better at fundraising!  Why do I believe this?  Because my faith won't let me believe otherwise and I see it in all of you as well.  It inspires me to write, to hook the trailer up, to shovel a walkway and to help others when I can.

Thank you all for making this Church more than a place to worship on Sunday...it is a place where all our spirits can soar and where you feel at home spiritually.  What a wonderful gift from God for all of us.

God bless and may it be so,

Jerry Burns
Business Committee Chairperson
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