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Parkway United Church of Christ
E-news
December 8, 2017
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Join Us for Christmas Caroling!
Sat Dec 9
| 9:30am-noon | Sat Dec 16| 12:30-3:00pm
All ages, all singing abilities invited! We will run through a couple of songs and head out. We will be visiting special friends of Parkway to usher in the season with songs and fellowship. Contact Kevin: [email protected]
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Worship with Us this Weekend!
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Please join us this Sunday for Advent Two - PEACE!
Traditional Worship at 9:30 and/or Informal Worship at 11:00am Our annual Lessons & Carols service will take place at 9:30am with a variety of scripture, choral pieces, carols and more. Our Informal Service will focus on
Isaiah 40:1-11 (Comfort, comfort my people...) and Matthew 1:18-25 (The angel comes to Joseph, inviting him to partner with Mary and the Holy Spirit) with a sermon entitled Seeing and Being Peace. Returning to God will bring us peace and allow peace to be the focus. Peace can be contagious. Peace can be our center.
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Adult Education
9:30am &11:00am |Heritage Room
This Sunday,
December 10: We have a history of social action and social justice in our UCC! We have an amazing opportunity to put love into action again in our time, joining with dozens of other congregations and organizations on two non-partisan efforts -- the
CLEAN Missouri and RAISE UP Missouri Campaigns!
These grassroots, state-wide ballot initiatives are an opportunity for Missourians to claim their voice. CLEAN will establish campaign contribution limits for state candidates, limit lobbyist donations, and put a stop to gerrymandering - all critical steps toward a healthier democracy here in Missouri. Every social justice issue is at stake with CLEAN: it is the fundamental policy change needed to move forward on every issue from women's and LGBTQ rights to racial equity and economic justice.
RAISE UP Missouri will raise the state minimum wage to $12 an hour by 2023, allowing the many Missouri families who are working and yet still living in poverty a break from the toxic stress of living paycheck to paycheck. These are non-partisan efforts - instead of coming from politicians, everyday Missourians are leading these campaigns to give voters a chance to decide for themselves in November 2018. However, we can't make these much-needed changes without YOU! We need congregation members to join in the effort and help collect signatures to get these on the ballot. If you are interested in learning more, please join us for Adult Education on Sunday, December 10th at 9:30am or 11am in the Heritage Room to get more information from Annie Girresch, Eden Seminary student working with Metropolitan Congregations United - mcustlouis.org
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Prayer Updates
Nathaniel Doty -
broken arm from his high school hockey game!
Family and friends of Jessie Horstmann -
grieving/giving thanks.
George
- health issues - receiving hospice care (Kevin Hogarty's father).
Donna Ruzicka's father
- many complications from cancer treatments.
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AWOL to see King and I at the FOX THEATER on December 10 at 1:00pm! Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can get tickets! Ticket prices will be between $55-$70. Contact Carmen Bumgarner: [email protected]
 Decorate the Church with beautiful poinsettias
Christmas Memory Tree
Click here to find out more about this annual tradition to help those feeling the loss of a loved one to celebrate their memory.
Do You Still Need Stocking Stuffers?
Why not Fair Trade chocolates and coffee-available in the Gathering Space following both worship services? Proceeds assist the Parkway Sustainability Seekers in their efforts to purchase a dishwasher and mugs for our coffee nook. Purchasing Fair Trade products also helps promote sustainable farming practices and equitable wages for farm workers in developing countries.
Youth Night: Wednesday, December 13
Wednesdays | Middle High 6-7pm | Sr High 7-8pm | Fellowship Hall
Snacks | Games | Door Prizes
Finding the Christmas Spirit!
Let's put together bags of goodies for children in need. We'll have a great time as well as putting a smile on little one's faces.
Contact Barb Kuhlmann: 314-872-9330 |
2nd & 4th Tuesdays | 6:00-8:30pm | Heritage Room | Potluck & Discussion
We wrap up reading
Borg and Crossan's The First Christmas: What the Gospels Really Teach about Jesus' Birth before we break for Christmas.
ALL WELCOME! Contact Karen Boyd:
[email protected]
Prayer Corner
Friday, December 15 | 10:00am - noon
Pastor Kevin is available to pray with you during this time. The Prayer Corner-with a perpetual candle-has a current prayer list, prayer books, journal, kneeler and chairs.
 MONTH OF GRACE + PRAYER (A Retreat in Everyday Life)
Details...
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Interfaith Poverty Simulation
Sunday, December 10, 2017 | 1:00pm-4:00pm | Parkway UCC
$35 per person | $10 student rate
Could you survive a month in poverty?
Find out when you join us for a unique interfaith opportunity to experience the virtual realities of poverty.
The Community Action Poverty Simulation was designed to help people better understand the realities of poverty that thousands of Missourians live daily. Participants will experience the complexities and frustrations of living in poverty day to day.
With greater awareness of its impact, we can more effectively address the poverty issues in our community together.
For questions or to register: Beth Damsgaard-Rodriguez
 The Nutcracker
12-8,
7:00 PM, 12-9, 3:00PM, and 12-10, 3:00 PM |Wydown Auditorium
Our own Caitlin Scarf will perform in this production by the Dimension Dance Center. At Wydown Auditorium, 6500 Wydown, 63105, HoliH
 7th Annual Jazz Nativity-Jazz Noel: A Child is Born
Sunday, December 17 | 3:00pm | First Congregational Church
10 W Lockwood Ave
, Webster Groves
Jazz, poetic reflection, photographic artistry and choral voices combine to re-imagine the timeless story of Christmas. Cliff Aerie and the Oîkos Ensemble will be joined by photographer Phil Shoulberg, the Logos Readers Theatre, and choristers from area churches for Jazz Noel: A Child is Born.
The concert is free and open to all. A free-will offering will be received to benefit Every Child's Hope. Established in 1858, ECH is committed to providing aftercare and follow-up services for more than 1,200 children and youth every year.
Jazz Noel is a gift to the St. Louis community offered as part of First Church's concert series: God is Still Speaking-Come Listen! For more information please call First Congregational Church at 314-962-0475.
 Support International Institute Families
Emmaus Homes Christmas Party at PUCC
'Tis the season to celebrate and that's just what Emmaus clients will be doing at the 2017 Christmas Party. Homes from throughout St. Louis county will gather together for an evening of great food, wonderful fellowship, dancing and a visit from Santa. Volunteers are needed to support every aspect of the party from set-up to clean-up. Sign up for one or more time slots if you'd like to share your time with us!
Party Date:
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Location: Parkway United Church of Christ - Fellowship Hall
Can't help at the event and like to bake? This year we would like to provide Christmas cupcakes instead of cookies so there is also an option to make a dozen cupcakes. Cupcakes will need to be dropped off at the church between 3-6 pm on December 21st.
 Four Ways to Christmas on Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve
Sunday, December 24
We are in search of Greeters,
Ushers, Readers and Candle lighters for Christmas Eve - 10am, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
Please see the signup sheet on the bulletin board in the Gathering Space.
Celebrate with the Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of Christ as we welcome our newest Open and Affirming (ONA) congregation: St. Mark United Church of Christ; Arnold, MO. The ONA church number indicates the position of this church in the chronology of all ONA churches listed since 1985.
We all want and need to build stronger relationships with one another: getting to know each of the covenant partners in this relationship is important. Please welcome and share information about yourself, get to know one another and be in ministry together seeking justice for all in Jesus' name.
TODAY'S DATE: November 9, 2017
- ONA# 1478 - CONGREGATION'S NAME: St. Mark United Church of Christ
- Address: 1861 Missouri State Rd., Arnold, MO 63010
- Phone: (314)802-7956
- Email: [email protected]
- Number of church members: 175
- Pastor, Interim Pastor, or Authorized Minister: Kimberly L Brinkmann
- Email for Pastor or Minister: [email protected]
- Date ONA Covenant was adopted: 10/22/2017
- How ONA Covenant was adopted (congregational vote, action by governing board, other): Vote of the Congregation
Covenant:
Grounded in God's commandment to love our neighbors and the desire of Jesus "that they may all be one," St. Mark United Church of Christ Arnold, MO publicly affirms the commitment we have long strived to put into practice: to welcome and nurture everyone who comes through our doors as beloved children of God without exception.
Echoing the good news that God's house has room to spare as well as the call for believers to be one body with many members, we seek to journey together as people of different races, ethnicities, nationalities, cultures, faith backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, political orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientations, marital statuses, family structures, ages, physical / mental abilities and health statuses, personal histories, and many other characteristics. Each person is a vital part of our community with a set of unique gifts and perspectives, and we invite all to fully share in the worship, rites, sacraments, and ministry of this church. We recognize that there are differences among us, but believe that we can love alike even though we may not think alike. Regardless of our beliefs or experiences, we seek to treat all people with love.
As a forgiven people, we acknowledge that we are all still growing together and do not claim to be perfect or to have "figured it all out". With God's help, we covenant to learn together as a community grounded in hospitality, compassion, justice, liberation, forgiveness, and Christian love.
Spread the good news!
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If you want to find God, hang out in the space between your thoughts. ~Alan Cohen
What did the snowman eat?
Icebergs with chili sauce.
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