Happenings April 8, 2021

Take me out to the ballgame!

Take Me Out to the Ballgame! This Sunday! This Sunday, the Sunday after Easter, we will celebrate Holy Humor Sunday. And because it is our tenth anniversary, we will observe a reprise of our 2011 theme: yes, that sacred game of Baseball!   Wear something to highlight your favorite team, or dress like a box of crackerjacks, or feel free to come as you are! It doesn't matter... All are welcome to join the fun. And, as a follow up to last year, Pastor Jill invites you to submit your haiku, of course, related to baseball which will be woven into the hour!    Together we'll hit a home run (or maybe just a base hit...) but we're sure to have fun and continue our celebration of Easter where God had the last laugh over death!  Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed!

Appalachian Trail 2021

Our shared Appalachian Trail ministry with Christ Trinity Church is back for 2021, This year, we are excited to offer an expanded season, our usual Monday and Wednesday FCC/CTC shared days of hospitality with Friday available as well this year. In addition, one-day Mission Trip opportunities are being offered to sister Episcopal, Lutheran and UCC churches. And of course, we will have ongoing COVID protocols in place as well.   Rev. Jill will coordinate this year's ecumenical AT Ministry which will begin on June 21st and continue through August 14th and will again be located in the corner of the field farmed by the Larkin family on West Road. And yes, our Big Tent will return!  Stay tuned for more information and to sign up to participate.

Marion

Marion Whitman's birthday is April 15th. Surprise her with a shower of cards. Marion Whitman c/o Amy Whitman 58 Fleetwood Ave. Albany NY 12208

Spring Coffee

The sun is still out at 5:00 pm and the spring flowers are blooming. Come share your spring blossoms with us! Zoom coffee hour Wednesdays at 5:00. We would love to have you join us. You never know what we might discuss. Drop in to say hello or hang out for the full hour. Contact Julie for a Zoom link.

Giving with a spring in your step

Your tithes and offerings are deeply appreciated and support our vital ministries. Checks are welcome by mail: PO Box 387, Sheffield MA 01257 Give via our website

Lighting the Steeple

For the month of April, the Old Parish steeple is lighted in celebration of Berkshire Children's Chorus

If you would like to light the steeple for August, September or October just reach out to Jean at 413-229-8173 or email her. She will get back to you on Tuesday or Thursday. he suggested donation for sponsoring the steeple lighting is $25.

Mission Meeting, Today! April 8th 5:00 pm via ZOOM The Bistro Box opens for the season on Saturday, April 10th

A very moving and rejuvenating Easter Sunrise service on April 4th, 2021.

Want to know how you can volunteer to beautify Sheffield, or are you interested in knowing when our neighbor, Roberto's Pizza is opening?

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