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The bi-weekly newsletter of
Barrington Congregational Church, United Church of Christ
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Office Hours: Open Mon - Fri, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm.
Closed on Federal and State Holidays & where otherwise noted
Fri, Oct 25
4:15 - 8 pm Outside rental of Fellowship Hall
Sun, Oct 27
10 am Worship Service, Church School
11:15 am - Noon TRUNK OR TREAT, Parking lot outside the CE building
Mon, Oct 28
11am Lay Visitation Meeting, Library
Tues, Oct 29
10 am Staff meeting, Dale's office
Wed, Oct 30
7 pm Bible Study with Dale - week 3, Library
7:30 pm Choir rehearsal, Vestry
Thurs, Oct 31
8:30 - 9:30 am Coffee Chat, Plant City in Barrington Center
Sun, Nov 3 All Saints Sunday
Daylight Savings time ends. Set back clocks before bed on Saturday!
10 am Worship Service with Communion, Church School
Mon, Nov 4
6 - 7 pm Youth Group, Fellowship Hall & Room 9
Tues, Nov 5
10 am Staff meeting, Dale's office
Wed, Nov 6
Noon: Deadline for The Bridge newsletter
7 pm Bible Study with Dale - week 4, Library
7:30 pm Choir rehearsal, Vestry
Thurs, Nov 7
8:30 - 9:30 am Coffee Chat, Plant City in Barrington Center
For the complete church calendar visit http://bccucc.view-events.com
Send calendar information to office@bccucc.org
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If you can't be with us in person, we invite you to worship with us online
Our Sunday morning services are livestreamed for those unable to attend in person. They can be viewed on our Facebook page or on our YouTube channel - either live or watched later.
Only once the service is over, can a recording of the service be found on our website.
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Trunk or Treat & Worship in Costume!
It’s that time of year for costumes and treats! Our annual TRUNK OR TREAT will be this Sunday October 27th right after church around 11:15 until noon. We are once again inviting the community to join us for the fun, so we need your help to bring on the BOO factor! Like in previous years, the participating cars will be parked in front of the education building and will be cordoned off to provide a safe place for the event. And don’t forget that young and old alike are invited to come to worship in costume on Sunday October 27th!
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All Saints Sunday
We invite you to share the names of loved ones who have passed since the last All Saints Sunday (October 29, 2023) to be read aloud with the tolling of a bell in the worship service on All Saints Sunday, November 3. Please send names to the office at office@bccucc.org or call the office at 246-0111 by Tuesday, October 29.
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"Fall Back" for Daylight Saving Time
Reminder to all! Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 am on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024. Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour when you go to bed on Saturday, November 2nd. That means you can enjoy an extra hour of sleep before church the next morning!
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Stewardship 2024 - Engage!
Join us during the BCCUCC annual stewardship season for the next several Sundays with special speakers, events, and activities. Keep an eye out for more information from the Stewardship team over the next few weeks.
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Film Screening & Discussion
Rev. Racquel Ray, DEI members and other local faith leaders for the film screening and discussion of Boy Erased. The first screening and discussion will be on Sunday, October 27th at 1pm, and on Wednesday October 30th at 6:30pm in the Salem Family Auditorium at the Barrington Public Library.
Film overview: Jared Eamons, the son of a small-town Baptist pastor, must overcome the fallout after being outed as gay to his parents. His father and mother struggle to reconcile their love for their son with their beliefs. Fearing a loss of family, friends and community, Jared is pressured into attending a conversion therapy program. While there, Jared comes into conflict with its leader and begins his journey to finding his own voice and accepting his true self.
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Barrington Interfaith Partners Prayer Service
Barrington Interfaith Partners will hold a candlelight prayer service on Monday, November 4, from 7:00 - 7:30, in the library of Barrington Congregational Church, United Church of Christ at 461 County Rd., Barrington. The service will include music from Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, and secular traditions, as well as poems and prayers. There will be moments of silence. This is a non-partisan event to pray for our country on the night before the election. Refreshments will be served after the service.
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Ye Olde Ministry Faire
Hear ye! Hear Ye! Come one, come all to the BCCUCC Ministry Faire on Sunday, November 10th. Greet one another and the various Ministry Coordinators, learn about the many Ministries at BCCUCC, and ENGAGE in our exciting activities. Join us for this festive gathering during coffee hour in Fellowship Hall where we will have crafts for kids and snacks for all! Adventure and Ministry opportunities await. For more information, contact Rev. Racquel racquel@bccucc.org, or Rev. Dale dale@bccucc.org.
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Church Potluck
We invite everyone to an old fashioned church potluck on Sunday, November 10th at 5pm in Fellowship Hall. Bring your favorite dish (with your secret recipes) to share! No sign-up is required. Just show up with something shareable (think of your favorite appetizer, stew/soup, snack, drink, dessert, etc.) Questions? Contact Rev. Racquel at racquel@bccucc.org.
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Don't miss out!
In case you missed the last BCCUCC newsletter, you can get caught up on the most recent Bridge newsletter by following the link here. Stay up to date with our latest bulletins, announcements, video streams and more through the following channels:
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Opportunities to Give & Help
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BCCUCC Online Giving
It is easy to make a donation online! Simply go to the donation page on our website at www.bccucc.org/donation/ and click on 'Donate Now' under the TIthe.ly option. Be sure to click on the drop-down box in Tithe.ly to choose where you'd like your donation to go. Should you need assistance with the website, please let the office know.
Thank you for all of your financial support of BCCUCC!
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Thanksgiving Food Drive
The Thanksgiving Food Drive is off to a promising start – 46 bags were taken home by the congregation last Sunday! Bags will be available again this Sunday. Please return your bags with the requested items by Sunday, Nov. 3rd and we will arrange delivery to Tap-In. Items requested include: stuffing, instant mashed potatoes, (canned) gravy, (canned) cranberry sauce, brownie mix and cookie mix. Items should be regular size (not oversized) cans and boxes (no glass). Please contact Team Leader Pat Stoddard with any questions (pat@bccucc.org, 401-829-0654).
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Fresh Fruit for TAPIN
Church member Beth Zarlengo is once again running the Fruit Sale Fundraiser for the Providence Singers and invites the congregation to order fruit for delivery to TAPIN. Many of the Singers also purchase cases of fruit for TAPIN and donate over 500 lbs each year! To order fruit for donation to TAPIN please visit https://ifundraise.com/723608 and choose ‘Ship to Organization’. Contact Beth at zarlengo@cox.net or (401) 447-6331 to let her know that your order is for TAPIN. If you’re interested in ordering fruit for yourself or for delivery to someone else, please contact Beth and she’ll be happy to help you with your order. Orders must be placed by Tuesday, October 29.
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Hurricanes 2024 Relief Appeal (UCC)
In the aftermath of the devastation caused by recent hurricanes, the UCC welcomes assistance in recovery efforts with their emergency appeal. The National Ministries of the United Church of Christ has a long history of supporting communities as they recover from disaster and their plight fades from the headlines. Your support of this appeal will ensure that communities are supported and accompanied for years as they rebuild.
Use this link to make a donation online and also learn about other ways you can help.
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Update from the BCCUCC Governing Board | |
Fall Congregational Meeting highlights
The BCCUCC Governing Board conducted our Fall Congregational Meeting on September 29, 2024 after morning service. You can find some of the highlights in our last newsletter.
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Knitting for Others Group (Monthly)
The Knitting for Others Group will resume meeting both in person and via zoom on the first Tuesday of each month beginning Tuesday, November 5 from 6:30 - 9 pm. Feel free to stop into the library or join the call at any time and stay as long as you like. All knitters and crocheters are invited to participate and new faces are very welcome. For more information on the group, contact Nancy Arena at (401) 246-0212 or nancy.arena@outlook.com.
Zoom info needed to participate. Contact Nancy or the Church office for Zoom info.
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Women of Faith Reading Group (Monthly)
The group welcomes women of all ages from BCCUCC as well as other churches and faith traditions. They meet for discussions on books, faith and life on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 1:30 - 3 pm in the church library and invite new women to join them. They next meet on Thursday, November 7th. For more info contact Jane Tonn at 289-2349 or jtonn2@cox.net
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Bereavement Group (Monthly)
This support group is open to anyone (not just church members) who has lost a loved one at any time and new members are always welcome. The group meets once a month from 10 - 11 am in the church library and will meet again on Monday, November 18th. For more information contact one of the facilitators, Betsy Brenner at betsybrenner3@gmail.com or 245-8031, or Aubrey Atwater at aubreyfolk@aol.com or (401) 392-1909, or Rev. Racquel Ray at racquel@bccucc.org (401) 246 0111 x 104.
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Book Group (Monthly)
The Book Group next meets on Tuesday, November 19th at 10:30 am in the Church Library to discuss The Caretaker by Ron Rash. For more information about the group contact Helen Schall at helenschall@hotmail.com or 401 245-4724. All are welcome.
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Veterans Coffee & Conversation at Atria (Monthly)
Rev. Racquel invites you to join her for coffee and donuts with the Veterans at Atria Bay Spring Village. We meet once per month for coffee and conversation - and donuts. The stories and living history are profoundly sacred. Please email or call Rev. Racquel to sign up at racquel@bccucc.org or (401) 246-0111 x 104.
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Choir Rehearsals (Weekly)
If you enjoy singing, why not join the church choir - no audition needed! Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 pm in the Vestry for an hour or so. To learn more, speak with our music director Matthew Marion after church or at (401) 954-7107 or mmarion1811@gmail.com. Or speak with any choir member - they'd love to welcome some new faces and voices! Come make a joyful noise to the Lord!
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Coffee Chat (Weekly)
The Thursday Morning Coffee Chat meets at Plant City in the Barrington Shopping Center (188 County Road). Please join Rev. Racquel and others on Thursday mornings 8:30 - 9:30 am for conversation and companionship. Contact Rev. Racquel with any questions racquel@bccucc.org
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Youth Group
All youth in grades 5 - 9 are welcome to join us on Monday nights from 6 – 7 pm. We’re looking forward to Games and Crafts nights, Youth Group Soup, a trip to La Salette, a Quiet Retreat, community service work, and exploring a mission trip. Parents, we’ll need some help with Youth Group Soup nights! Please email racquel@bcc.org to learn more.
Upcoming Youth Group dates are Mondays, Nov 4th & 18th. Note: There is no youth group when Barrington Public Schools have a day off and on a few other Mondays. For the full year's calendar see page 13 of the Faith Formation Guide.
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'From the River's Edge' blog
The latest blog 'Mental Wellness' was written by Racquel. Read it here
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Want to know more about our children and youth programs?
A Guide to Faith Formation for Children and Youth at BCCUCC 2024-2025 can be read at the link, and we encourage everyone - especially parents - to read about the various programs available for children and youth at BCCUCC. It covers everything from Nursery Care for our littlest ones up through opportunities for our high schoolers. Please share the information with other families you know with children and youth who may be interested. A link to the information is also on the Church School page of the church website at www.bccucc.org/children-youth/
Printed copies are available at church from the narthex table and outside of Andrea's office.
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Deadlines for Announcements and The Bridge
The deadline for receiving information for inclusion in The Bridge and the Sunday Announcements is Noon on the Wednesday prior to publication. Deadline for the next Bridge newsletter is Wednesday, November 6th.
Please send information to office@bccucc.org.
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Do you need a name tag?
If you would like a nametag please contact the church office at office@bccucc.org or call (401) 246-0111 and let us know what name you’d like on the nametag plus your preference for a clip, pin or string holder. Nametags are stored on the rack in the vestry hallway, or you can keep it in your car or purse where you can easily find it on a Sunday morning.
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News from the Conference & National UCC | |
SNEUCC to be Honored by RI Council of Churches
The Southern New England Conference and it's Executive Conference Minister, the Rev. Darrell Goodwin, are being honored as "Heroes of Faith" by the Rhode Island State Council of Churches.
Also being honored is Rev. Chontell Washington, pastor of the First Congregational Church of West Springfield, MA, who had served as Interim Executive Minister of the Council. Learn more
The Heroes of Faith awards will be presented at a breakfast on Thursday, October 31 at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, RI. Tickets are $40, or $320 for a table of 8. More information, the full list of award recipients, and registration can be found at: www.councilofchurchesri.org/heroes-of-faith.
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Keep up to date with our Conference - SNEUCC
The Southern New England Conference, UCC (SNEUCC), publishes several newsletters - one of which normally comes out weekly and is titled '5 Things to Know and Share'. Read the latest edition at this link and sign up to subscribe and get it sent to your inbox.
Click on this link to see the archive of all of the different SNEUCC newsletters - and subscribe to any that are of interest to you.
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Rev. Dale Azevedo Senior Minister dale@bccucc.org (401) 246-0111 x 103
Rev. Racquel Ray Associate Minister for Congregational Life racquel@bccucc.org (401) 246-0111 x 104
Sara Bagwell Office Administrator office@bccucc.org (401) 246-0111 x 101 (or stay on the line)
Pat Stoddard Financial Secretary pat@bccucc.org (401) 246-0111 x 102
Andrea Bullard Faith Formation Director andrea@bccucc.org (401) 246-0111 x 107
Matthew Marion Music Director mmarion1811@gmail.com Music Director
Church Office Hours: Open Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm.
Closed on Federal and State holidays.
Building Security: The Education building remains locked at all times, even when the office is open. Please ring the bell for entry and we'll be happy to let you in - or use the code on the keypad if you have it.
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