FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY
JANUARY 29, 2023
"Dorothy Day and the Holy Family of the Streets"
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HYMNS
"LORD, I WANT TO BE A CHRISTIAN"
“THERE'S A WIDENESS IN GOD'S MERCY”
“GOD OF CHANGE AND GLORY”
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SPECIAL MUSIC
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ONA Church #1800, Sioux City, Iowa
First Congregational United Church of Christ 
“Welcome!
We are so glad you are here!”

As we enter our church, as we live as members, as we experience important life-cycle events (falling in love, marrying, parenting, baptism, coming out, transitioning, etc.), words of welcome and support, understanding and love are what we all long for. This manifestation of God’s Extravagant Welcome and the justice and social witness that accompany it are the heart of what we hope to show our community and all who walk through the doors of Christ Congregational United Church of Christ.

PEACE BE WITH YOU!
January 27, 2023
 
Dear Congregation,
I hope you are doing well! I know as I talk with you that many are dealing with health concerns, both your own, as well as those of family and friends. I know we are grateful when we find helpful resources for care.
 
This Sunday is Health and Human Service Sunday when we are reminded on the Worship Ways web page that… “The UCC and its predecessor denominations courageously founded schools, hospitals, and orphanages during times of pandemic, war, and social upheaval. Now, there are more than 400 UCC affiliated health care centers, hospitals, affordable housing and retirement communities, transitional housing for those experiencing homelessness or domestic violence, and service centers for children, youth, families, and those with disabilities. These ministries continue to show up in the most challenging circumstances—and do so with a hope that has come alive. It is thus a day to celebrate how the life of the church is vibrant beyond our church walls and outreach ministries.
 
So, let us give thanks for this collective work of the Spirit. Let us uplift God’s healers and equity weavers, visionaries of freedom, and frontline responders—that together, we may create a just, caring, and compassionate world. Amen.”
By your offerings over the years, you have been a part of initiating and supporting many of these health and service ministries. Thank you!
 
We are blessed in our congregation to have doctors, nurses, and other healers. We are also blessed at CCC to have those who work for justice and in various ways to help those in need. May God strengthen and support them in their holy work!

I look forward to being in worship with you and pray for your health and well-being.

In Christ’s love, 
Pastor Candy

GLOBAL MINISTRIES...
accompanies a rich tapestry of partners and projects in India. In their own ways, all these institutions strive to follow the meaning and demand of the beatitudes in many different areas of societal life and with varying modes of involvement. Poverty alleviation through direct help, providing immediate relief during natural disasters and other emergencies, to jobs training and income-generating ventures is one set of interventions attempted by a few of our partners.

Since Dalit, tribal, and women’s exclusions and exploitations are entrenched in the social fabric of India, most of our partners are conscious of the situation and do strive to evolve programs and interventions with that awareness in mind and with a resolve to envision and realize a more equitable and just society.

TWO HEALTHCARE RESOURCES
TO REMEMBER

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SAVE THESE DATES ON YOUR CALENDAR
JANUARY 29, TO FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Sun 29th 10:30 am
Worship in the Sanctuary & on Facebook Live

Mon 30th 6:30 pm
Bible Study on Zoom.

Sun., Feb. 29th 10:30 am
Worship in the Sanctuary with Holy Communion
& on Facebook Live
2023 CONGREGATIONAL MEETING NEWS AND DATES
Our annual Congregational meeting approaches!
Ministry team reports are due on Friday, Feb 1st.
THANK YOU! YOUR COOPERATION IS GREATLY APPRECIATED.
Be among us on Sunday , February 5th, when Joan Campagna
will share reflections on her recent trip to the Holy Land!
REMEMBERED IN OUR CONTINUING PRAYERS

Jay Harragin, Joan Hansen, Maggie McDowell, Daniel Best,
J.J. Ketzle, Jim and Cindy Ketzle, Carol McCreary,
Mary Ellen Prather, Kevin Zhang, and
Neal and Pam Watkins & family, and
Rev. Herbert Chamberlin

For Pastoral Care Needs, please call or text Pastor Candy at
925-640-9289. You may also leave a message with the Church Office.
JANUARY OUTREACH SOS BUNDLE OF LOVE DRIVE ...
Our collection drive keeps growing by leaps and bounds!
Last year we delivered BIG for kids in distress in Homestead through our continuing support of SOS. It’s a new year, so with new parents of infants and toddlers struggling through difficult times, we aim to ease their cares. Please consider donating any of the urgently needed items below. You may leave donations in the office or in the collection bin inside the Sanctuary. Thank you!
  • Formula
  • Bottles
  • Diapers: assorted sizes from newborn and above
  • Trainers: Pull ups in assorted sizes
  • Diaper cream
  • Baby Shampoo & Body Wash
  • Wipes: Hypoallergenic, lightly scented or unscented

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The Rev. Candace Thomas | Designated-Term Pastor

Graham Bryan |
Moderator & President

Jay Harragin | Music Director

Miriam Grissett | Editor