October 28 - November 3, 2018
News & Notes from North Church
Following Sunday morning’s service, please join us for refreshment and fellowship in the parlor.

At the conclusion of Sunday morning’s service, we will go directly into a  Congregational Budget Meeting. Childcare will be provided by Christian Education.
 
This week at North Church:

  • Choir Rehearsal, Wednesday, October 31, 7:00 p.m.
  • Women’s Fellowship Board, Thursday, November 1, 10:00 a.m.
“ O taste and see that the Lord is good, happy are those who take refuge in [God].”

-Psalm 34:8
                                       
“Lean on Me”

-Pastor Koenig
"I Am A Promise" Family Worship!
Dates Below - 9:30 - 9:55 AM
Join us for an intergenerational family time, singing and celebrating God’s Love.  

9:30 – 9:55 a.m.

  • October 28
  • November 11 and 18
  • December 9
Sunday School Halloween Party
Sunday, October 28
Sunday School Halloween Party is this Sunday, October 28. All children are welcome to put on their costumes and join in the fun!
Food Bank Volunteers Needed
October 30
October is our turn to host Loaves & Fishes at the Hospitality House in New Milford on Tuesday, October 30th. 

The Outreach Committee is seeking volunteers to help pre-cook the meal and/or help serve dinner. If interested in participating in this rewarding experience contact Cindi Hughes at 203-263-0055 or sigh up in the sign-up sheet in the hall.
Coat Drive Ends Wednesday
Throughout October
The Outreach Committee’s coat drive ends this Wednesday, and items will be taken to ACTS4 Ministry Thursday.  Please donate gently used coats, hats, scarves, mittens and gloves. The coat rack and bin are located outside the parlor.

Coins for College
Sunday, November 4
Coins for College: Next Sunday, November 4, the Women’s Fellowship will collect “Coins for College” for their Scholarship Fund, which assists our church family youths attending college. Don’t forget – change your clocks and bring your “change” to church.

All-Church Fall Festival Deadline for Donations Approaching
Saturday, November 17, 2018
We need donations for this year’s All-Church Fall Festival!  The last day for donations is Friday, November 9. Please clean out your closets/attics and drop donations in the church office (no heavy equipment, large furniture, or clothing). Need help getting items to the church? Call Nancy to arrange pick-up. 

The Bakery needs your contributions – start now and freeze, or plan to bake the week before.

Plant donations are much appreciated for the Garden room.  Sign-up sheets are in the hall; please plan to come and pitch in! 
First Church to Hold Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday, November 22, 2018, 12PM - 2PM
First Church is hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day from 12PM - 2PM. The meal is free but attendees must sign up in advance.

Volunteers are needed for set up the day before, food donations (drop off by 11AM), servers on the buffet, and clean up.

For more information contact Skip Jaret.
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