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News from your LCC Leadership |
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Dear Church Family,
A week ago, my 95-year-old maternal Grandma transitioned into eternal life in Penney Farms, Florida. Any sadness I feel is washed away by my joy and gratitude that I got to love her.
In 1995, when she was almost 70, she wrote a journal for my brother and I. It is full of many beautiful thoughts, and information about our family history. Towards the end, she told us about “her wish for the future” and I’d like to share it with you. I find it very poignant given the state of the world today.
Here is an excerpt from what she wrote:
“My wish for the future is that there will be racial, ethnic, and religious harmony throughout the world. Each person will find it possible to have adequate shelter, food, clothing, education, and relationships that bring him/her happiness and love. No longer will there be wars, and plagues will be a thing of the past…
Dreams are an escape from reality. Putting them into action is far more difficult. Hopefully, the actions of many will make this dream a reality. However, it will not happen in my lifetime. My wish is that it may happen in yours. Perhaps you can help make it happen.”
I hope we all know someone, or many people, who share or shared this wish. My Grandma faithfully and courageously participated in its progress. When I read her words “it will not happen in my lifetime” during her final week of life, they felt like a heavy weight on my heart. Her breath slowed to a peaceful stop the week when Russia violently invaded Ukraine, when Texas initiated another cruel and harmful law regarding God’s beloved transgender children, and as we approached an estimated six million global deaths from Covid-19. Her wish felt so far away: “No longer will there be wars, and plagues will be a thing of the past.”
At the same time, her wish is right here. It’s not true that it didn’t “happen in her lifetime.” From 1926 to 2022, we have seen her wish come true time and time again, in large and small ways. The world she described of love, harmony, happiness, and security is a world that was revealed every day of her lifetime, even when wars and plagues remained. Our sadness and anguish cannot blind our perspective that from 1926 to 2022 forces of evil and ignorance failed; love and compassion won.
God’s glory is always “already” and “not yet.” Love, harmony, happiness, and security have already happened, and they have not yet happened. They are happening today, even in the midst of our despair over war, prejudice, and disease, because, beloved, “the actions of many make our dream a reality.”
It is important to remember, when we are in despair, that we do not grieve as others do who do not have hope (1 Thess 4:13). We plant the seeds that someday may grow, we build foundations upon which the next generation will build, we deepen our roots of love and compassion and generate new growth of justice and mercy.
As we enter the 40-day season of Lent, I invite you to familiarize yourself with our Lenten journey at LCC. My wish is that it will bring us all clarity about how to follow in the footsteps of Jesus, to recognize the “already” of God’s glory, and to work together towards the “not yet.”
I am so grateful to be on this journey with you.
Rev. Joanna D’Agostino
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Covid Protocol Update
As of 3/1/2022 Cuyahoga County is Medium Risk.
In response to the recommendation of the CDC, we will no longer be requiring masks in worship or small gatherings at LCC. Anyone who prefers to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. We will also continue to livestream our services for those who are not comfortable attending large gatherings.
We must remember the CDC’s new guidance is not an “all-clear signal.” Our commitment to love our neighbor as ourselves and care for the most vulnerable in our midst is at the very foundation of our faith and mission. In keeping with that mission, we made a list of several considerations on our Return to Worship Protocol Document
Each Week, our livestream service can be accessed on Facebook or Youtube, or at
Please be mindful of the desires of others, and cognizant that others may be at a different level of comfort than you. We strive for a non-judgmental environment of mutual trust, grace, and respect. Communicate with one another openly and honestly about your spacing needs.
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Journey Through Lent
The rhythm of our Christian faith is leading us into the season of Lent. We have been blessed with an opportunity to ponder how the Ministry of Jesus the Christ is inviting us to actively participate in this year’s faith-filled journey that embraces our whole being.
Decisions: Given the chaotic nature of the past two years, our hope is that the pandemic’s impact on our lives is diminishing. Hopefully, there will be a safer level of freedom in returning to previous levels of activity. Please reflect upon your own comfort level to discern what activities best support your gifts of time, talent, treasure and ability as we journey together.
Mind: Would you like to join with others to reflect upon how God’s Still Speaking Voice is calling you to learn and grow? Are you interested in attending a Lenten Core Group? Do you feel called to learn more about the Poor People’s Movement led by Dr. William Barber?
Body: Given the frigid, icy, and snowy winter, do you feel the need to safely exercise in a safe space, possibly with a partner? There is a guide at each floor elevator and nearby stairs that invites you to walk around each level of the church at your own pace. Walking the basement, street level and throughout the 2nd floor’s pathway that includes travelling three times around the sanctuary aisles creates a half mile exercise path. Taking the stairs allows for greater exercise opportunities and additional steps, as able.
Spirit: Join us for worship in person or live stream, read a devotional of your choice, or spend time each day in quiet reflection and prayer. You might even prayerfully walk the Labyrinth. Opening your soul to the power of Jesus’ journey through the light and love of God’s abiding presence has the power to illuminate your spirit and deepen your faith.
Relationships: Connection with family, friends and our wider community creates opportunities to see our world through very different perspectives, especially as we collect miles and Walk To Jerusalem, appreciating our tour guides narratives.
The divine that resides within me has an opportunity to share love and grace with the divine that resides within you and others. Creating a space to nurture and offer kindness generates a caring energy that lifts spirits.
As followers of Jesus the Christ, please discern how you might open your whole being during this Holy Season of Lent to learn, grow, create connections, and deepen the light and love that resides within your own souls. Traveling Mercies and may God be with you….
Grace and Peace, Catherine
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It is March and, after the supremely joyous exclamations we heard from our Mardi Gras Dixieland band (thanks to Dave Kasper for knowing so many amazing players - those folks can wail!), we’re headed into Lent in a couple of days. I think some of us have had musically scarring Lents in the past, because sometimes people make comments expecting a season of musical sackcloth…nothing but dirges, solemnity, and pieces in minor keys. These certainly have their place in Lent, but to focus on dire penitence for the whole season would obscure our purpose in Lent, according to my decidedly unschooled theology: to walk with Jesus on his journey. After all, doesn’t Jesus walk with us our entire lives, from day 1 to day infinity? It seems only fair that we should walk with him 40 days and 40 nights a year (or 365, for that matter!) Musically, this translates into songs which make us meditate, turn inward, and yes, sometimes, to repent…acknowledge our failings and pledge to do better. One of the several ways we’ll do this is by featuring Taizé chants, both in our Labyrinth Walk and weekly in worship as our invitation to prayer. I’m going to borrow here from a past Columns article I wrote about Taizé, since we have many new members of our community since several years ago, and I want y’all to know more about these beautiful melodies.
Taizé is a monastic community in France which was founded in 1940 (apparently, they are very hip monks - they have a website where you can learn more about the meditative intent of their songs: https://www.taize.fr/en_article338.html). Simple chants which they have written or borrowed from previous sources, which hearken back almost to Medieval times of Gregorian Chant, have become quite popular in many different churches. The goal is to start with the simple chant, sung plainly and quietly, and then to repeat it, growing in volume, strength, and sometimes with added instrumentation or harmony. The best part is that none of this is scripted; as a congregation, we will sing this as many times as we collectively feel it in the moment. This creates a moment in worship which, based on my past experience, can be very poignant. If it’s new to you, give it a chance and let me know what you think.
I wish you all a _______ Lent. What’s the right word? Definitely not “joyous” or “merry,” but maybe “peaceful, thoughtful, cathartic, cleansing?” I encourage you to walk with us to Jerusalem and take many moments to stop and think along the way; there’s a lot to process from what’s happened in the world the last couple of years and what is happening now. I know that can be overwhelming, but it can also be freeing, I firmly believe.
Thanks for reading, Ben
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Dear Church family,
Thank you for your support of the youth Homeless Awareness Sleep Out. The blessings were abundant but there is something I noticed that others might not have thought about. It’s been challenging to have much of a “youth group experience” over the last 2 years, but during HASO the youth were interacting with each other like a youth group again. They faced a challenge together and bonded in the process. I hope the thought of that brings you joy, because it is so, so important for our youth and our church.
Performances of “Shrek, the Musical” will be here before we know it! I hope you will keep our cast, crew, and directors in your prayers as they move towards tech week and performances.
Faith Formation continues through March as we journey through Lent together. Check out all of LCC’s opportunities and be sure to log your steps and miles as we travel toward Easter together.
I hope you have a blessed Lent!
Many blessings, Rachel Burns
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To respect varying privacy preferences, we will simply include names in this email and we will share more detailed information with permission within our Prayer Group and ongoing prayer spreadsheet. Help to keep the prayer list up to date by letting the office know of any changes.
Prayers for: Kathy MacDougall, the family of Earl Gottlieb on his passing, Pastor Catherine Lawrence, Doug Pekarik, Bruce Matthews, Charlotte Brown, Mary Jane Cariens, Harry and Annemarie Brockman, Gene Stair, Linda Lodge, Dale and Tom Spooner, Vance Awa, Dylan McIntosh, Rachel Faulkner, and the citizens of Zimbabwe and Mozambique, healthcare workers, educators, and small businesses.
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Children, Youth, & Family: News & Events |
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Lent Opportunities
Please be sure to look through LCC’s booklet of opportunities for Lent. Most are for all ages! During our Ash Wednesday service, everyone is welcome to color an Alleluia coloring sheet and join in “burying” them.
Don’t forget to pick up a Lenten Calendar with daily activities especially for children. Calendars are available at LCC or can be mailed or emailed upon request.
Important Dates for Children, Youth, & Families
- Wednesday, March 2, 6:30pm: Ash Wednesday Service
- Sunday, March 6, 10am: Worship for All Ages, Children singing in church
- 12pm: Musical rehearsal
- Sunday, March 13, 10am: Worship & Faith Formation (4 years-8th grade)
- 12pm: Musical rehearsal
- Sunday, March 20, 10am: Worship & Faith Formation (4 years-8th grade)
- 12pm: Musical rehearsal
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Tuesday, March 22, 6:30pm: Taizé Service and Labyrinth
- Sunday, March 27, 10am: Worship & Faith Formation (4 years-12th grade)
- 11:15am: Youth Group with lunch
- 12pm: Musical rehearsal (beginning of Tech Week)
Youth Group
6th-12th graders are invited to Youth Group on Sunday, March 27th. They will meet in the youth room after church and will finish up by noon. Lunch will be provided. Questions? Please contact Rachel Burns.
HASO
15 youth participated in the Homeless Awareness Sleep-Out February 19-20. If you weren’t able to be in worship on February 20th, I encourage you to look back at the YouTube video to hear the youth share their experiences. Through panhandling, online donations, and collections on Sunday morning, the youth raised $5,008.85. Thank you for your generosity! The funds raised will be given to Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless, Y-Haven, and Family Promise of Greater Cleveland. Thank you to the adults who organized, chaperoned, provided dinner and breakfast, and more.
Children’s and Youth Music
On Sunday, March 6 the faith formation kids will sing in the worship service. The song is “I’m Too Young”, based on Jeremiah 1:4-10.
Next Generation Band (grades 6-12) is taking a break as our youth continue the musical season. However, if youth are interested in providing special music for worship, please contact our Children and Youth Music Director, Tim Hampton. We always love to hear our youth sing in church.
Our children will continue learning new music during Faith Formation in March. Information about upcoming performances will be provided to families.
For more information about children’s and youth music, please contact Tim Hampton.
Books for Children, Youth, and Families
We are continuing to add books to our collection for you to borrow. Be sure to check out the book-shelves under the CYF bulletin boards!
Sunday Morning Nursery Care
Nursery care is available each Sunday for infants thru preschoolers in the LCC nursery, located on the 1st floor of the church. Please ask a greeter if you need help finding it. If you will need nursery care, please complete the annual Faith Formation Registration found here: https://forms.gle/m5AAwAnwMd1x7qjR6
Older youth and adults are warmly welcomed to volunteer in the nursery! Please email or text Rachel with when you are available to volunteer. Thank you!
Stay Up To Date
Stay up to date with all of our happenings for children, youth, and families! Please be sure to be signed up for the text alerts through Remind so you can receive updates, changes, and reminders.
Families with children and youth who are active in our church are welcome to join our Facebook group: Lakewood Congregational Church Children & Youth.
All ages are invited to follow our Instagram account! @lcc_cyf
Text Alerts: Please sign up for text alerts about our children and youth ministry through Remind.
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Parents of children in 5th grade or under- Send a text to 81010 with this message: @gae42kk.
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Youth and parents of youth (grades 6-12)- Send a text to 81010 with this message: @ae6g96.
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If you haven’t been to the social hall recently, be sure to take a peak! The fairytale swamp lands, Fiona’s tower, and the city of Duloc are coming to life. The cast is working hard and having a lot of fun as they enter into their last 4 weeks of rehearsals.
Any 6th-12th graders interested in helping with set, makeup, costumes, crew, etc, should contact Rachel to get involved.
The cast will be providing special music for worship on March 27th.
Tickets will be available before and after church on March 13th, 20th, and 27th and may also be reserved by contacting the church office. Tickets are free of charge, donations are welcome to help with costs of the production.
Directors Domenic Farinelli and Lindy Warren are thrilled to be able to create art together again and feel so blessed to be working with such a talented, motivated, and kind group of people. LCC’s youth theatre program embraces what theatre is meant to be—a fun, safe, and welcoming adventure for all!
For information and updates about our musical, keep an eye on future newsletters, the bulletin, and CYF bulletin board. Families of the cast can also find updates by signing up for Remind text alerts (text @2022lcc to 81010).
Performances: Friday, 4/1, Saturday, 4/2, and Sunday, 4/3.
Please contact Rachel Burns with any questions.
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Faith Formation Registration
Every first Sunday of the month is Worship for All Ages and there will be no Faith Formation classes. Nursery care is available every Sunday, please see the note below regarding how to sign up. The high school class meets the 4th Sunday of every month.
Please be sure to register for Faith Formation as soon as possible at FORM
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Faith Formation Classes
In Faith Formation classes, young people learn about the Bible, our Christian faith, and how to connect our faith to our lives. Faith Formation often includes music, crafts, activities, and discussions.
On Sundays when we have Faith Formation class, young people should attend worship. Part way through the service, there will be an invitation for them to leave worship to attend their classes. On their way to their classes, they will also have an opportunity to put an offering in the Miracle Jar.
Every 1st Sunday of the month is Worship for All Ages.
There will be no Faith Formation classes.
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LCC's Community Meal
We will be offering our monthly
Community Meal
Thursday, March 3
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Due to inclement weather, there was no community meal distributed in February.
Michael and Peggy Mizen
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Undies Sunday
Thanks to everyone that contributed to our Undie Sunday collection in January. We collected two full hampers of socks and underwear for the families experiencing homelessness and taking shelter at Family Promise. They are always grateful for your generosity.
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LCC Volunteer Opportunities |
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Please use the link below to sign up to read during the service and the liturgy will be emailed to you before your Sunday.
A large print version will be left for you in the Liturgist's Mailbox in the office.
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Sound/Video Volunteers Needed for Sunday Mornings |
We are looking for volunteers for Sunday mornings to work the LCC sound board and the video camera.
No prior knowledge needed. We will teach you everything you need to know.
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JOIN YOUR LCC FAMILY FOR THESE
MARCH EVENTS
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Wednesday, March 2, 6:30pm: Ash Wednesday Service
- 7:30pm: Pub Theology, Parlor
- 7:30pm: Blazing River Freedom Band, rehearsal, Social Hall
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Thursday, March 3, LCC Community Meal (4:30pm Volunteers, 5:30pm Meal)
- 1:00pm: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 6:45pm: Handbells
- 7:00pm: AA
- 8:00pm: Choir
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Sunday, March 6, Worship for All Ages, Coffee Hour, Birthday Sunday
- 8:30am: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 12:00pm: Youth Musical Rehearsal
- 3:00pm: Rev. Barber Devotional Series, Zoom
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Monday, March 7, 7:30pm: AA
- 7:30pm: Prayer Shawl Ministry, Parlor
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Tuesday, March 8, 7:00pm: Friends Circle, Parlor
- 7:00pm: Men's Group, Youth Room
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Wednesday, March 9, 12:30pm, Adventures in Reading, Parlor
- 7:30pm: Blazing River Freedom Band, rehearsal, Social Hall
- Thursday, March 10,
- 1:00pm: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 6:45pm: Handbells
- 7:00pm: AA
- 8:00pm: Choir
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Sunday, March 13, 10:00am: Worship with Faith Formation (please use a name tag today)
- 8:30am: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 11:00am: Building Tour, Narthex
- 12:00pm: Shrek Rehearsal, Social Hall
- 3:00pm: Rev. Barber Devotional Series, Zoom
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Monday, March 14, 7:00pm: AA
- Wednesday, March 16
- 7:00pm: Girl Scouts, Classroom
- 7:30pm: Blazing River Freedom Band, rehearsal, Social Hall
- 7:30pm: Pub Theology, Parlor
- Thursday, March 17,
- 1:00pm: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 6:45pm: Handbells
- 7:00pm: AA
- 8:00pm: Choir
- Sunday, March 20, 10:00am: Worship, Faith Formation, Coffee Hour
- 8:30am: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 12:00pm: Shrek Rehearsal, Social Hall
- 3:00pm: Rev. Barber Devotional Series, Zoom
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Monday, March 21, 7:00pm: AA
- 7:00pm: Executive Team Meeting
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Tuesday, March 22, 6:30pm Taizé/Labyrinth, Social Hall
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Wednesday, March 23, 7:30pm: Blazing River Freedom Band, rehearsal, Social Hall
- Thursday, March 24,
- 1:00pm: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 6:45pm: Handbells
- 7:00pm: AA
- 8:00pm: Choir
- Sunday, March 27, 10:00am: Worship with Faith Formation
- 8:30am: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 11:00am: Youth Group with lunch
- 12:00pm: Shrek Rehearsal, Social Hall
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Wednesday, March 30, 7:30pm, Pub Theology, Parlor
- Thursday, March 31,
- 1:00pm: Lent Core Group, Parlor
- 6:45pm: Handbells
- 7:00pm: AA
- 8:00pm: Choir
OFFICE HOURS: The office will be open Monday-Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm
Please check your emails for up-to-date snow plans during the winter season
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Walk to Jerusalem
Our walk is a collective effort for anyone who want to join us!
"Step by Step": Walk to Jerusalem" is a journey on which we will add together the miles we accumulate as a community, to walk the 7,034 miles Lakewood to Jerusalem!
Use the link below to track your miles!
Mileage Form
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Will meet Monday, March 7, from 7:30 to 9PM in the church parlor. Bring your project and enjoy some fellowship too. We have extra yarn if needed and would love to have you join us!
Questions? Contact Debi Kasper
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Friends Circle, a social group of LCC women, will be gathering on Tuesday, March 8th in the LCC Parlor from 7:00-8:30pm.
Our agenda will include a time to catch up and chat with friends and a participation-presentation by Alison Connors from Kemper Cognitive Wellness group. Alison will lead us in some Mind and Body exercises from her Brain Boot Camp, age-appropriate for our group!
Dessert will be provided, but BYOB. Wear something green and comfortable for movement and bring a package of Size 5 or 6 diapers to be donated to the Lakewood Community Service Center.
(Masks are required.)
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Hello Men,
Stan Shaw has agreed to share his knowledge and show us some of his interesting coin collection!
We will gather in the YOUTH ROOM (far north end of basement) at 7pm on March 8 for camaraderie and shared learning.
Of course great conversation and current topics will be on the plate as well as planning for future fun events.
Feel free to bring some coins of your own. He said he promises to not put any in his pocket (LOL)
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Adventures in Reading held their February 9th book discussion in the church parlor with eight members in person and one Zoom member. Margaret Barr led the discussion of White Like Her by Gail Lukasik. Passing for white was the subject of this 2017 true story. The Cleveland setting gave this a local interest feature. Race, racial heritage, family ties, financial advantages/disadvantages of race and other related issues gave us much to discuss as a group. How do we identify as “race” when we check off the little box for the census? Will we all one day mark “other” on the census form?
Our schedule for next month follows:
March 9 (Wednesday) 12:30 PM
Location: Church Parlor
Book: Sold on a Monday (2018) by Kristina McMorris
Nancy Gibbs will be the discussion leader.
Preview:
“Best-selling author Kristina McMorris’s historical fiction novel Sold on a Monday is inspired by a real-life event: a photograph published in a 1948 magazine of four siblings standing on their apartment steps with their mother and a sign advertising the children for sale in the foreground.
The overarching theme of the novel is how one person’s poor decision can have many unexpected, and sometimes tragic outcomes. The story is set in the Depression Era (1931-1932) with the action in and around Philadelphia and rural Pennsylvania, New York City, and Hoboken, New Jersey. The two main characters, 26-year-old newspaper reporter Ellis Reed and 22-year-old aspiring newspaper reporter Lily Palmer, narrate the story in first person.”
Looking ahead to April:
April 13 (Wednesday) 12:30 PM
Location: Church Parlor
Book: Grandma Gatewood’s Walk (2014) by Ben Montgomery
Kathy MacDougall will be the discussion leader.
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For many years, women of all ages in our church community have gathered on the second Saturday of the month. Our group actually grew during COVID when we weren't gathering in-person and we were looking for ways to connect. These connections have remained strong as we've started to gather once again in our church building.
Please consider joining us at 9am on Saturday, March 12 for an hour of conversation, reflection and prayer. You can contact the church office with any questions.
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Taizé Service/Labyrinth:
Tuesday, March 22nd, 6:30pm
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LCC will host its annual Taizé/Labyrinth service in the Social Hall at 6:30pm, Tuesday, March 22.
Additional Dates and Times to walk the labyrinth are:
- Wednesday-Friday, March 23-25, church hours, 9am-3pm
- Thursday, March 24, from 6:30pm-9:00pm
- Saturday, March 26, from 9:00am-12:00pm.
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Rev. William Barber UCC - 5 Week Devotional Series |
Rev. William Barber one of the greatest spiritual leaders of our time will be coming to Cleveland in March. Join us for a devotional series created by the United Church of Christ ahead of his visit. The devotional is built around Rev Barber’s book. The Third Reconstruction; Moral Mondays, and the Rise of a New Justice Movement. Rev Barber is the co-leader of the reinvigorated “Poor People’s Campaign” started by Martin Luther King Jr. His book is transformative and shines light on how Christians can live their faith in our greater community. The book is only 126 pages long and promises to generate excellent conversation and ideas.
Lead by Paula Deal and Heather Tuck-Macalla on Sundays at 3:00pm. via Zoom: February 20 -March 20.
Culminating optional event: Rev William Barber is tentatively scheduled to visit Cleveland on March 14 at Old Stone Church. All are welcome to attend.
The Third Reconstruction is readily available at National chain bookstores.
Contact Paula Deal with questions or for additional information.
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Kelly Amen
Cathy Spicer
Darren Toms
Dale Spooner
Dan Smigelski
Robert Richardson
Cameron Wereb
Renato Carrettin
Nora Katzenberger
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Jacqueline Reasor
Scott Richardson
Rob Barcelona
Lee Mechenbier
Max Toms-Snodgrass
Noah Hamrick
Joe Schleckman
Kathleen Lawrence
David Ragone
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Isabella Boland
Heather Tuck-Macalla
Connor Pierce
Michael Mizen
MJ Cariens
Lauren Smigelski
Eric Kwiatkowski
Peter Schleckman
Karen Wagner
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Tickets will be available for this year's Youth Musical production starting Sunday, March 13th.
Performances are Friday, April 1 - Sunday, April 3
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Sunday, April 10, 10am: Palm Sunday Worship
Thursday, April 14, 6:30pm: Maundy Thursday Worship
Friday, April 15, 7:30pm: Community Good Friday Worship Service, by the Lakewood Ministerial Association, hosted by LCC and Trinity Lutheran
Sunday, April 17, 10am: Easter Sunday Worship, with Youth Easter Egg Hunt to follow
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Greater Cleveland Congregations News |
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Beginning Saturday, February 12, through Saturday, September 24, Greater Cleveland Congregations and the Centers for Families and Children will host 16 “Dollars for Doses” vaccine clinics at GCC partner congregations on Cleveland’s East Side. Janssen (J&J), Moderna and Pfizer vaccines and boosters will be available to those five years and older.
Your LCC members in action: Patti Komperda Liz Maugans and Heather Tuck-Macalla continue to participate on the GCC Bail Reform Research Team that met earlier this week.
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Living Water Association News/Events |
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Chair: Bill Fraunfelder
Chair Elect: Laura Germaine
Moderator: Jan Young
Buildings and Grounds: Michael Fleenor
Diaconate: Lauren Smigelski
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Nurture and Growth Ministries: David Diemert
Outreach Ministries: Heather Tuck-Macalla
Treasurer: Laura Sangree
Welcoming Ministries: Vicki Smigelski
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LCC’s Membership Directory is online for you to use on the go! Or at home!
Only members whose email is in the directory can have access to the information. It is available on your computer or as an app on your phone.
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Offering and Contribution Collection
At this time of virtual services we do not have a set-aside time of offering, so we want to remind you now that that we do hope that you will continue to fulfill your pledges during this time. Financial gifts are always welcome, our church feels the call to respond to the needs around us as they arise. Financial stability allows us to do so more effectively. So, let us give generously of our time, talent, treasure to further the work of God in our community.
You can do so in the following ways:
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Donate through our website: Give
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Fill out your 2022 Pledge Card: Online Pledge Card or Printable Pledge Card
- Writing and mailing a check to Lakewood Congregational Church, 1375 W. Clifton Blvd., Lakewood, OH 44107
- Texting STEWARD to 44-321
- Sending a gift through your bank's online bill pay
- Call the church office at (216) 221-9555 to discuss other options
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Office Hours are: Monday - Friday from 9:00am-3:00pm.
There is a mailbox by the West Clifton door for your after-hours drop off.
The office will be closed from December 27 - January 2
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