Friday, July 2 anytime that works for you
Independence Day Poetry
As we head into the 4th of July Weekend, check out some of this poetry and consider writing some of your own …
Saturday, July 3 anytime between 1-3pm so you can enjoy live porch music
The Peers Store on the Katy Trail
This historic store was built for the arrival of the KATY Railroad in 1896. The Peers Store is a prime example of what conservation and preservation along the Katy Trail can accomplish.
From the live local music on the porch and stunning local art on display, to the butterfly pollinator plot across the street and the Katy Trail itself, the Peers Store (now listed on the National Register of Historic Places) continues to hold a special place in the history of the Missouri River valley and is truly a gem in the heart of the Missouri countryside. Weary travelers can find beverages and delicious snacks — something for everyone.
Located at 16011 Concord Hill Rd, Marthasville, MO 63357, Peers Store underwent a full refurbishing made possible by the generosity of PUCCers Connie and Dan Burkhardt. We are open with new art, a new music lineup with local musicians, and brand-new merchandise. Learn about the historic Peers Store by visiting: https://www.magnificentmissouri.org/peers-store/
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Worship with us this Sunday! |
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orship with us at 10am on YouTube
Our scriptures are Ezekiel 2:1-5 (listening to God and being a prophet that speaks God’s words to others) and Mark 6:1-13 (Jesus sending the disciples out to be his words and ways) as we lift up Independence Day and our responsibilities as Christians in our contexts today. Are you a prophet? How do you echo and magnify God’s vision, dreams and hopes through your words and actions? What do you think and feel when someone else is prophetic?
It’s a Communion Sunday, so please prepare your simple sacred meal of bread/crackers and wine/juice – whatever you have on hand that can symbolize the grace and nurture of Jesus’ love. Since we are celebrating the sacrament of communion it’s also a Give-A-Meal Sunday so we remember our hungry neighbors through Isaiah 58 Ministries and Circle of Concern. Please consider making a financial donation on their websites, drop non-perishable food items at their sites or here in the main entryway.
July 11 - Outdoor In-Person in back of church
July 18 - In the Sanctuary ... yahooooo ... more details after 4th of July
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Livestream worship on designated Sundays. Look under videos for previous livestreamed services. |
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All our worship service videos in one place! |
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All Mid~Week Meditations that have been recorded on YouTube. |
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Order of worship, announcements, prayer list, birthdays and anniversaries. |
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Sunday School for children through 5th grade:
Meeting ID: 383 733 977
Password: 819680
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Sunday School for Youth/Teens each week:
Meeting ID: 815 6130 3581
Password: 702228
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Outdoor Movie Night
Friday, July 9 | 7:30pm
Back parking lot
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Tuesday Evening IN PERSON starting July 13
2nd & 4th Tuesdays
6:00pm Eat & visit
7:00pm Book discussion
We are discussing The Heart’s Invisible Furies by John Boyne.
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1st & 3rd Tuesdays | 2:00pm via ZOOM
Please join us this summer as we read Great Psalms of the Bible by Clint McCann.
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors Carnival Collect through July 22 |
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7/28 - Tour and Visit to World Bird Sanctuary |
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All the acts of kindness, justice and equity near and far!
Independence Day – 4th of July!
Ellie Svenson - recuperating from knee replacement surgery.
Dan & Kim, Ben/Henry/Davis Weas - Dan’s cancer treatments.
Marsha Peek’s mother Norma - healing and comfort fall and surgery.
All impacted by Covid-19 - individuals, families, healthcare workers.
… if anyone needs groceries, medicine and/or other support OR if anyone newly vaccinated would like to be part of the Care Team, please reach out to kevin@parkwayucc.org; 314-330-0629.
Gun violence and other violence across the US and other lands.
Grieving families & rescue workers in Miami after condo collapse.
St Louis Assn UCC Covenant Partner
Week ending July 4 - Parkway UCC, St Louis; parkwayucc.org
Week ending July 11 - Pilgrim Congregational UCC, St. Louis;
pilgrimucc-stl.org
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A few quotes from John Quincy Adams –
The highest glory of the American Revolution was this: it connected in one indissoluble bond the principles of civil government with the principles of Christianity.
The natural state of mankind ... and I know that this is a controversial idea... is freedom... And the proof is the lengths to which a man, woman, or child will go to regain it once lost. He will break loose his chains. He will decimate his enemies. He will try and try and try again, against all odds, against all prejudices.
From the experience of the past we derive instructive lessons for the future.
Find a mission that you can give yourself over to and then spend your days moving that mission forward. Man is made so that when anything fires his soul the impossibilities vanish. The influence of each human being on others in this life is a kind of immortality.
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The Other Side of the Hill Documentary
Virtual Screening July 10 - July 25th
OTHER SIDE OF THE HILL is a new film that will be available this summer through IPL for free congregational screenings and individual viewing at home between July 10-25. Where can East & West, Republicans & Democrats, find the common ground needed to address climate change? How can industry and environmentalists work hand in hand? And how can local economies find opportunity in a lower emissions future?
No matter where you are located this important story will inspire you to reach out and bridge the divide. We are more alike than we are different.
OTHER SIDE OF THE HILL explores the impacts of a changing climate in rural Eastern Oregon – as seen through the eyes of local leaders on the ground. From innovative timber operations to large scale solar, our film amplifies the voices of rural communities often left unheard, and shines a light on stories of progress & hope. In a time of unprecedented cultural divide between rural and urban communities, we find common ground in an urgency to address a changing landscape. The film is 30 minutes long.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR FREE ONLINE SCREENING JULY 10-25.
WATCH THE TRAILER HERE:
Contact Polly Rutherford: pollyrutherford@gmail.com
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Double Your Gift with Spire |
Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis has partnered with Spire to build affordable housing in St. Louis…and you can help. From June 1st through July 30th, your gift to our local office will be matched dollar for dollar by Spire up to $50,000. Together, we could raise a total of $100,000! |
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We appreciate your submissions of jokes, quotes, photos, videos, weekly opportunities, Mid~Week Meditation ideas, scriptures that are important to you, hymn/song suggestions, poetry, etc. We would love to hear from you kevin@parkwayucc.org |
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Visit our social media for a mix of pix and to see what other PUCCers would like you to attend/experience/ponder/pray about with them.
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WORSHIP SUNDAYS at 10:00am
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2841 N Ballas Road,
St. Louis, MO 63131
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