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Wednesday, September 13
Thursday, September 14
- 4:30pm Women's Bible Study Begins
- 7:00pm HousaTonics
Sunday, September 17
- 9:00am Mindfulness Meditation at the Scoville Library
- 10:00am Worship Sunday School & Youth Discussion Group
Monday, September 18
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Pastor Diane's sermon on Sunday, September 17, will be "Gracious and Merciful God."
Readings:
Psalm 103:1-13
Genesis 50:15-21
Matthew 18:21-35
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From Barbara Collins, Director of Religious Education
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How wonderful to see such a great turnout on Homecoming Sunday! The Deacons provided a delicious breakfast which was enjoyed by all.
THANK YOU, DEACONS!
It was great to see some new faces joining us. Whoever you are, old-timer or newcomer, I hope you will reach out to one another in the coming months to become better acquainted.
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Jenn Good will lead Youth Discussion Group this Sunday, September 17.
Volunteers Needed!
Please consider leading this group on or two Sunday mornings this year; no prior experience necessary. If you would like more information, please speak with Pastor Diane or Barbara Collins.
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From Jack Bowman, Minister of Music
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Congratulations on singing the new Gloria Patri and Doxology last Sunday in worship. It was great to see so many people depart the Meeting House with a look of joy on their faces...
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Let Your Voice Be Heard – What is Your Vision of the Future Church?
On the weekend of September 23-24 you will have two opportunities to share you thoughts on the future of our church. On Saturday, September 23 you are invited to an all-day (9-3) retreat where the Church Council will be working with consultant, Reverend Dr. Claire Bamberg to discern what God is calling our church to do and what the best practices are to answer that call. This retreat will be held at Silver Lake Conference Center. Everyone is welcome. Lunch will be provided.
On Sunday, September 24, Reverend Kent Siladi, CTUCC Conference Minister will be our guest preacher.
He has asked for time, following worship, to hear from the congregation about our vision for the church and how the Connecticut Conference might support that vision. If you would like to join me in talking with Reverend Siladi after worship, please let me know.
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Why Did We Change the Doxology and
Gloria Patri?
For those of you who were present in church on September 10, you know that we sang a new version of the Doxology and Gloria Patri. The newer versions are #584 and #607 in our hymnal. The new versions were adopted as part of an effort by the Deacons to move toward gender-neutral language for God and the Holy Spirit. I have also changed the language of my post-scripture blessing and final benediction to reflect this. Gender-neutral language and the assignment of pronouns is a respectful way to include all of God’s children in our worship.
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Healthy Communications for Vital Congregations: Decision-making in Vital Discourse
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We urge everyone who is interested in the long range future of our still-vital church to attend a workshop facilitated by Rev. Dr. Claire Bamberg at Silver Lake Conference Center on Saturday September 23. To register, email Pastor Diane.
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Fall Festival, October 6, 7 & 8
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Say “Yes” to Volunteering
Can you volunteer for a couple of hours during the upcoming Fall Festival on October 6-8?
Everything is organized—we just need your assistance!
- Be a friendly greeter
- Wrap purchases for the Treasure Trove
- Sell homemade pies, jams, and granola
- Welcome visitors to the Quilt Show
- Sell hot dogs on Friday or Saturday
- Serve delicious apple crisp
- Sell tickets for the Saturday hayride
The Fall Festival is an opportunity to “showcase” our church and raise money for local organizations-- and have fun! Sign up during Coffee Hour or by contacting Kathy Mera (
kmera@snet.net
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Sunday, September 24
th
is CROP Walk
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The Crop Walk is September 24. Sign up during coffee hour, or make a donation to sponsor our walkers. Credit card donations accepted. See Mary O'Neill or Theresa Carroll.
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Clothing Donations Welcomed
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The Board of Christian Action has contacted a charity, the Pilgrim House in East Canaan, that will welcome our clothing donations! Please leave your clean, no-longer-needed items in the colorful chest in the hallway of Fellowship Hall. Board members will deliver them on a regular basis.
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Church Parsonage For Sale
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The parsonage is on the market.
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Women’s Bible Study
will resume this
Thursday, September 14 at 4:30
in the Parish Hall Library. We will start our season with “
500: A Study Guide for the 500
th
Anniversary of the Reformation”
produced by the United Church of Christ
Stillspeaking Writer’s Group
. From the introduction to the four-part series: “This study guide celebrates the UCC’s Reformation heritage by lifting up some of the Reformation’s central claims. There is beauty here. And ugliness too. Inasmuch as ideas can thrill, the ideas are thrilling. Brace yourself.”
Please join us each Thursday as we explore our faith together.
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Men's Ecumenical Bible
Study will resume on
Friday, September 29 at 7:45am
. They will be studying the "Parables of Jesus". All men are welcome.
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Pick up your new Directory! They are located on the marble table in the Parish Hall. Feel free to pick up a copy after worship. Please check your name off on the list provided when you pick one up. One per family, please.
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On
September 1
we started a new prayer list. Please contact the office if you would like to continue to include names previously submitted. Names may be added at any time by calling the office 860-435-2442 or emailing
kwigginsscc@gmail.com
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Flowers
If you would like to provide flowers for a Sunday service, please contact Linda Estabrook
johnlin01@comcast.net
by Wednesday of the week the flowers will be donated. You are welcome to provide flowers in memory of or in honor of a loved one. Simple bouquets and garden flowers are encouraged - there is no need to spend a lot of money!
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The Coffee Hour sign up is in the Parish Hall. If you have never served at Coffee Hour and would like to “learn the ropes,” please sign your name in the column marked “helper” and you will be paired with an experienced Coffee Hour server. If you have served before, please sign up for a Sunday or two and consider inviting someone new to join you!
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What are the sources of your spiritual understanding, and why?
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Food Donations Needed
Our food bins are low and donations very much needed! The Corner Food Pantry in Lakeville continues to seek nonperishable food donations! Please bring your nonperishable food donations for the Corner Food Pantry to worship with you on Sunday.
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Giv2 Northwest ~ October 14 Goshen Community Garden Event
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News from Gabriela Chavez Hernandez,
Director of Simply Smiles Home for Children in Oaxaca, Mexico
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Just a quick note to let you know that everyone at the Simply Smiles Home for Children here in Oaxaca, Mexico are safe and sound after the earthquake we experienced last night.
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The Congregational Chruch of Salisbury, United Church of Christ
125 Main Street, PO Box 392, Salisbury, CT 06068
Phone (860) 435-2442
email: salisburyucc@gmail.com
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