Sunday, May 30, 2021
"Where the Light Gets Out"
Donna Washington, guest speaker
Sunday's service will be led by Donna Washington.
Donna recently completed Rev. Thom's Preaching Practicum class.
Donna has been active in our church for nearly 24 years.
She has held various leadership roles and currently helps create the magic of Hogwarts on the Hill.
You will not want to miss this by Donna, who is a master storyteller.
MUSIC NOTES: Danny Gotham will sing a Leonard Cohen song that reminds us that “there is a crack in everything.” Hymns from previous services will be remixed and presented anew.
If you wish to have a joy or sorrow named in the service,
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Sunday Programming
Watch Virtual Worship Service On Demand!
10am: Live Religious Education Service on Zoom
11am: Live Community Coffee Hour on Zoom
&
7pm: High School & Middle School Youth Group
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ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING VIA ZOOM – SUNDAY, JUNE 13, 11AM
Our Board of Trustees announces C3HUU’s Annual Congregational Meeting
We’ll present Congregational Awards, provide an update on the building project, and take some time to appreciate the resilience, generosity and fellowship of our community over the last year. (This will take the place of our regular Coffee Hour.) Please come! All are welcome. Join us here!
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THANK YOU TO:
- the 16 high school- and college-aged youth staff who stayed on to make Zurch (Zoom church) possible. They never missed a Sunday during this unusual virtual year. We couldn't have had Zurch without them!
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WHAT’S NEW THIS WEEK WITH OUR NEW BUILDING CONSTRUCTION? In the 48th week, painting and finishing continue for the walls and wood stairs. Upper and lower level passages between the old and new Jones Building spaces are being completed. And the internet wiring is being connected to provide WiFi and to support future AV equipment. Take a virtual peek at ongoing work via the Building Project webpage, here, featuring weekly-updated photos and a current mini-video, along with information galore. Contact us here if you have any questions.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRY? In May, children and youth in Religious Education are studying STORY. This week, we will don our floral shirts and finish with the story we always read to start off summer--Tacky the Penguin. We will continue our time of Family Fellowship on Sunday mornings, where we can share joys and sorrows. Middle School and High School youth groups will gather virtually on Sunday evening. For more information about our Religious Education Program, contact Marion Hirsch or Kat Good.
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SIDE WITH LOVE AND FORWARD TOGETHER ACTION OF THE WEEK Tell Senators Burr & Tillis to Support the For the People Act. In a time when our democracy is under attack, this monumental, comprehensive reform bill would expand voting rights and make elections more accessible to and representative of ALL the people. Take action here.
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COMMUNITY CLICKERS We are knitting and crocheting to create warmth for those needing comfort. Wednesday meeting, June 2 from 2-4 in the Commons. We will create some shawls and visit. Please bring completed blocks, baby hats, and your projects to share. To find out more about our group, visit our webpage, here.
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NONFICTION BOOK DISCUSSION FOR JUNE On Saturday, June 19 from 10:30 to 12, the Nonfiction Readers will discuss The World Without Us, by Alan Weisman. The book explores humanity's impact on the planet by envisioning the earth in our absence. Glenn Davis will be leading our discussion. The Readers meet on the third Saturday of each month, currently via Zoom; new members and drop-ins are welcome. Contact the group here to ask questions, or to be placed on the distribution list for meeting information.
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GRATITUDE TO THE MUSIC TEAM FOR DONATION TO THE CAPITAL FUND All who are interested in the plans for an upgraded AV system in our space, using new funds that become available beyond the outstanding pledges which will close the construction funding Gap, please thank the Music Team for donating the Music Gala proceeds (over $1800) which will help address this immediate priority! For more explanation, watch for the June Newsletter. Watch also for a functional requirements definition to be drafted later in June. Contact Caroline Sherman here for more info.
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UPDATED COVID BUILDING USE POLICY In light of guidance from the CDC and the NC Department of Health, we have updated the church's policies for use of buildings and grounds. The new policy provides guidance for outside meetings and now includes the option for some indoor meetings. All groups using the church need to familiarize themselves with and adhere to these policies. See the Building Use Policy here.
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MAKE RESERVATIONS NOW! 2021 - 2022 Calendar requests Please request your dates & times in the virtual and physical spaces* of our church for the summer & upcoming year. The form is always available here, on the homepage of the church website. Please use this form for all requests, including changes/cancellations; this helps Dana and Rachel track & meet our congregation's needs. Groups are meeting outdoors, and some of our building is open. Here is our Building Use Policy, which we regularly update. *Our New Spaces are not yet available for reservations.
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SCAM ALERT Several members of the church received email from an address imitating Rev. Thom's, or those of other staff members. These messages ask people to purchase gift cards to give to people in the hospital, or something similar. These messages are a scam. If you receive them, please report them and delete them. If you have any concerns, please email Rev. Thom here. Please know that Rev. Thom and the staff of The Community Church will never send out email solicitations asking people to purchase gift cards.
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LECTIO MEDITATION GROUP We meet at 12 noon every Friday on Zoom. Using readings from poetry and the sacred traditions of world religions, we practice meditation through deep listening. If you’re interested in joining or would like more information, contact Barb Chapman here. (Please put LECTIO in the subject line of your email.) All are welcome!
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COURTYARD HYMN SING If you're like me, you've missed singing in person with other congregation members. For the next few weeks (through June 6) we'll be holding a Hymn Sing for all congregation members in the church Courtyard. To ensure the safety of all, we're limiting attendance to 12 people. - Glenn Mehrbach If you'd like to come and sing, sign up here. For any questions or more information, contact music director Glenn Mehrbach here.
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RACIAL EQUITY OFFICE HOURS: HAVE YOU SEEN RACISM WITHIN OUR CHURCH? Drop into office hours to talk more about this question, general questions you have, or any discourse about race that’s been on your mind. This is a casual setting, so drop in or drop out any time! Office Hours are every week - here, on Sunday at 5PM. See you there!
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RARE WOMEN As Rare Women, we build relationships in small groups by sharing our lives and the gifts, myths, and challenges of growing older. Three different groups (led by Susan Blanchard, Bonnie Gilliom, and Joann Haggerty) are meeting at least bimonthly in person outside at the church or via Zoom from now through June 24. Newcomers are welcome. Check our webpage, here, for meeting schedules, topics, and Zoom links. Contact us here with questions.
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CHURCH SOFTBALL After a summer of no softball in 2020, the town public fields will be available this year for a church softball league. Games are played at Homestead Park on Sunday afternoons, June through August. Play is open to all genders, 13 years and up. It is a low-key league, with no umpires, no called balls and strikes. It is meant to be fun for all skill levels! If you are interested, or have questions, contact team manager, Nils Brubaker, here.
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COMMUNITY CHURCH IN ACTION |
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WELCOMING MINISTRY:
Lemonade Social
On May 16, 2021, the Welcoming Ministry hosted a (fully-vaccinated, outdoor) Lemonade Social for fun and fellowship in the church parking lot. Over fifteen friends connected (and re-connected!) in person.
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Please submit Weekly Announcements contributions HERE.
Announcements are due by noon Wednesday, prior to Friday's issue.
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