Announcements
Raise the Roof Campaign Update
Many thanks to those of you who have so far contributed to our roof replacement campaign. The campaign to replace our crumbling church roof is still ongoing. The roof of our church has been deteriorating for a number of years and any further delay of replacement could risk permanent damage to the building.
We are hoping that members who haven't given yet will feel moved to do so, so as to invest in the future of our church and shorten the date when we can replace the roofs on our three structures.
Over the past two weeks we received $2,116 in new donations. This has brought our total amount raised to $38,294, which comes to 27% of our desired goal of $140,000.
While the generosity and commitment of the congregation and others have allowed us to make significant advancement, there is more to be done in order for us to reach our goal.
It is our hope that you will prayerfully consider how you can help in our effort to successfully meet our pressing need. Any amount you can give would be greatly appreciated as the church needs your financial support now more than ever before.
Gene Signor
Raise the Roof Campaign
February 7, 2022
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“Change” Community Arts Challenge
Last Sunday, Pam Kavalesky shared her excitement and encouraged us to “Stuff the Ballot Box. The “Coins for Christ” coin collection church that she and Katharine Griffith made has been entered into this challenge. This is the church that usually sits in the narthex. The challenge is being held at Center for the Arts of Homer, 72 South Main Street, Homer and runs through February 16th.
Exhibits can be viewed at the Center, Tuesday – Friday, 11 am – 4pm, or vote online for People’s Choice at www.CortlandArtsChallenge.org.
I think it would be nice if we could gather and support Pam in this endeavor. Those who know Pam, know that she loves a challenge and puts her heart and soul into her creations. With that being said, I am suggesting that we meet on Thursday, February 10th at 11:30 at the Center. After viewing the exhibits and casting our votes (Pam says no pressure to vote for her if you see something you like better), we will join in some fellowship and a lunch at Dashers Restaurant in Homer. Join us if you can.
Meetings this Month
Church Council - Feb. 9 - Wed. at 12:00 noon
SPCA Council - Feb. 25 - Tues. at 5:00“Change” Community Arts Challenge
Last Sunday, Pam Kavalesky shared her excitement and encouraged us to “Stuff the Ballot Box. The “Coins for Christ” coin collection church that she and Katharine Griffin made has been entered into this challenge. This is the church that usually sits in the narthex. The challenge is being held at Center for the Arts of Homer, 72 South Main Street, Homer and runs through February 16th.
Exhibits can be viewed at the Center, Tuesday – Friday, 11 am – 4pm, or vote online for People’s Choice at www.CortlandArtsChallenge.org.
I think it would be nice if we could gather and support Pam in this endeavor. Those who know Pam, know that she loves a challenge and puts her heart and soul into her creations. With that being said, I am suggesting that we meet on Thursday, February 10th at 11:30 at the Center. After viewing the exhibits and casting our votes (Pam says no pressure to vote for her if you see something you like better), we will join in some fellowship and a lunch at Little Italy in Homer.
If you are interested in attending this “Stuff the Ballot Box” event, please contact Deb Williams, email: dwilliams81@twcny.rr.com or 607.756.6246 by Wednesday, February 9th.
Upcoming Events
Below is a letter from Lynn Koch, from the Cortland Co. Council of Churches with an invitation for anyone from our church who would like to join this choral group for a concert to be recorded for an April performance. If you are interested in singing with this choir, please let Pastor Eunice know.
Hello, Friends!
We would like to go ahead with our plans for a virtual celebration of communal singing, sponsored by the Cortland County Council of Churches and the Cortland Interfaith Association. We want you to join with us in this endeavor!
We have chosen a piece – At This Table by Jonas Myrin & Idina Menzel – which has a beautifully inclusive and non-sectarian text. We will be doing Audrey Snyder’s arrangement for three-part mixed voices.
Joe Ford (Homer UCC) will be putting together part-dominant rehearsal videos for the piece and will send them out in the next week, so individuals/choirs won't need to purchase their own part recording (unless, of course, anyone wants an audio-only version). Everyone will need a copy of the music, though.
This is a great way to ease back into singing, so please ask your singers if they will join us. We’re looking at a potential date of Sunday, April 3 for the initial broadcast of the final product. Individual recordings will be needed by Monday, March 20. This gives approximately six weeks to prepare and record the piece. Joe will be available to assist with the recording technology on the first few weekends in March for any who prefer not to record on their own.
We thank you all and look forward to your choristers’ participation in this event!
Lynn Koch
President, Cortland County Council of Churches
Board Member, Cortland Interfaith Associate
Sunday School has started and we are still looking for you to help us out. Do you have a gift for teaching? The curriculum provided is easy to follow. If you are able to help out, please call the church office or let Pastor Eunice Kim know. Thank you!
