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EVENTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS
Scholarship offered to 2024 Tamarac High School graduates
Center Brunswick UMC in Troy has announced that a $500 scholarship will be awarded to a 2024 graduate of Tamarac High School in memory of Harold and Mable Keyes. The student does not have to be a member of the church. To read the letter, click here. Deadline to apply: March 1, 2024.
(New) Food Drive, Center Brunswick UMC, drop off donations by Nov. 11
Jubilation Station (the Sunday School) at Center Brunswick UMC is holding their annual food drive to support the Grafton Senior Center. If you did not receive a bag at your residence, feel free to drop off donations in the elevator entrance at the back of the church anytime through November 11. We appreciate your support as we help those less fortunate as ourselves at this holiday season. The church is located at 990 Hoosick Rd. For more information contact Jill at wgems03@aol.com.
Ham Dinner, Tuesday, Nov. 7, Melrose UMC
The Melrose UMC, 20 Church St., Melrose, will hold an Election Day Ham Dinner on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Take-outs start at 4:30 PM. Dine-in seating is from 5 PM to 6:30 PM. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for children ages 5 to 12, and free for children under 5.
Mayan Hands Fair Trade Sale, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10 and Nov. 11, Alplaus UMC (learn more at the UWF program on Nov. 9)
Looking for a unique gift for the holidays? The Alplaus UWF (United Women in Faith) is sponsoring a Mayan Hands Fair Trade Sale on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10 and Nov. 11 from 10 AM to 5 PM at the Alplaus UMC, 1 Brookside Place in Alplaus. These high-quality hand-woven items make beautiful gifts. The Mayan Hands is a fair-trade nonprofit organization that helps women in nine Guatemalan communities earn a fair return for their work. Your purchases of their handmade products will be greatly appreciated for helping to support these talented Guatemalan weavers. The Alplaus UWF will also have a variety of bagels available to purchase as a fundraiser at the same time. If you would like to learn more about the Mayan Hands Organization, please join us on Thursday, Nov. 9 at the Alplaus UMC at 12:30 PM for our monthly UWF meeting. Brenda from the Mayan Hands Organization will be our guest speaker. The Alplaus church building is handicapped accessible, with a ground-level entry and an elevator to the Fellowship Hall.
Chicken Parmesan Community Dinner, Sunday, Nov. 12, Center Brunswick UMC
Center Brunswick UMC, 990 Hoosick Rd., Troy invites you to their Community Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 12 from 4 PM to 6 PM. Eat-in or Take-out. Menu includes: Chicken Parmesan, Tossed Salad with Choice of Dressing, Bread & Butter, Beverage and Dessert. A free-will offering will be taken for the church and Community Outreach Programs. Cares Closet Open 4 PM to 6 PM! New and gently used items free for all! Includes, clothing, household goods, children’s toys and much more! Take what you need or donate items to be shared with others. Questions: Call Jill 518-258-2164
Community Dinner and Organ concert to Celebrate our Military Veterans, Sunday, Nov. 12, Hope UMC, Troy
Jason Comet, organist and teacher, will be at Hope UMC (566 Brunswick Rd., Troy) on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 12, to present a recital of organ music laced with hymns and patriotic tunes beginning at 5 PM. Prior to the concert, Hope UMC will host a community pot-luck dinner beginning at 3:45 PM. It is our intent this year to fill the church for this wonderfully moving and fun event. If you are a veteran, or have ties to a veteran's group, let them know that all are invited. We would like to see all branches of the Armed forces represented so they can be honored for their service and the service of all who are presently serving. There will be a free will offering to cover the expenses of the organist who "wowed" us last year by making our beautiful organ sing. Please mark your calendars for this amazing time of singing and listening for the men and women who have and continue to keep our country free. For information and to let us know your coming call (518) 779-2553.
Red Cross Blood Drive, Tuesday, Nov. 14, First UMC of East Greenbush
There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive at First UMC, 1 Gilligan Rd., East Greenbush on Tuesday, Nov. 14. They are scheduling both “blood” and “power red” donations. You can add your name to the list of donors by contacting the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED CROSS. Or sign up at www.redcrossblood.org use sponsor code:egumc.
(New) Special Events at Berlin UMC
Please join us for these special events. The church is located at 17 S. Main St., Berlin.
NOV. 17 – 4-6 PM and Nov. 18, 9 AM-2 PM -- $2 an item Clothing Sale—All new and next to new clothing will be on sale.
NOV. 26 – Coffee House featuring Rachel Farnum—5-7 PM
DEC. 2 – Free Store – 9 AM to Noon--Gift items for the whole family. All items are free and free gift wrapping provided.
DEC. 7 – Free Store Noon—3 PM --Gift items for the whole family. All items are free and free gift wrapping provided.
DEC. 18 – Free Store 9 AM to 11 AM--Gift items for the whole family. All items are free and free gift wrapping provided.
(New) Holiday Coffee House, Friday, Nov. 17, First UMC of East Greenbush
The Holiday Coffee House will be held Friday, Nov. 17 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM Friday, Nov. 17 in the Fellowship Hall at First UMC of East Greenbush, 1 Gilligan Rd. We have a talented roster of performers, delicious snacks, and our enthusiastic audience. Contributions at entry help support struggling families in our community. Hope to see you there.
(New) Free Roast Port Dinner, Saturday, Nov. 18, Pawling Ave. UMC: Please make reservations by Nov. 15
We will be having a free roast pork dinner on Saturday, Nov. 18 at the Pawling Ave. UMC, 520 Pawling Ave., Troy. Take-out only from 4 to 5 PM. Reservations are requested by Nov 15. Call Melanie Keith at (518) 779-6004. Menu will be roast pork, potatoes, green beans, roll and cupcakes for dessert. Donations toward the dinner can be made out to Pawling Ave UMC and sent to 520 Pawling Ave, Troy, NY 12180.
(New) Night of Praise, Worship and Thanksgiving, Sunday, Nov. 19, Christ UMC, Johnsonville
Please join us for this special evening of contemporary praise and worship music at 6:30 PM Sunday, Nov. 19 at Christ UMC, 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville.
Christmas Decoration and Cookie Sale, Saturday, Dec. 2, Melrose UMC
The Melrose UMC, 20 Church St., Melrose, will hold a Christmas decoration and cookie sale fundraiser from 10 AM to 3 PM on Saturday, Dec. 2. A variety of Christmas decorations, as well as assortments of Christmas cookies, will be available for purchase. All are welcome to attend.
Christmas Bazaar, Saturday, Dec. 2, Church of the Covenant: Averill Park
Join us for our Christmas Bazaar, 9 AM to 3 PM Saturday, Dec. 2 at Church of the Covenant, “The Round Church,” 3055 NY 43, Averill Park, (518) 674-3664 www.cocumc.org
Thrift Shop, Pine Grove UMC, open monthly:
Next date: Saturday, Dec. 2
Pine Grove UMC's Thrift Shop, "Seconds to Go," will be open December 2 from 9 AM to 1 PM. The church is located at 1580 Central Ave., Colonie. Enter on the east side of the church (the left side - toward Albany) and use the doors near the back of the building. We have household treasures, glassware, cookbooks, toys, jewelry, dolls and more!
(New) Holiday Craft Fair, Saturday, Dec. 9, South Bethlehem UMC
Come join us for our Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 9 AM to 3 PM at the South Bethlehem UMC, 67 Willowbrook Ave., South Bethlehem. Breakfast sandwiches and lunch will be available plus a bake sale to support our church United Women in Faith. Our Thrift Shop ‘Boutique’ will be open as well. Please come out to support small business, do your Christmas shopping and grab a bite to eat. Contact Emily Shutter at (518) 813-0661 for further information.
Happenings at First UMC of Delmar
The church is located at 428 Kenwood Ave., Delmar
Blessed Bargains Shop: Every Tuesday (year round) 10 AM to 5 PM
Treasure Cove Thrift Shop: (Open Year Round) Tuesdays from 10 AM to 5 PM and Saturdays from 10AM to 1 PM
Please refer to our website for more information: https://www.delmarmethodist.org/
Bible Study, ongoing, Jonesville UMC
Bible study, 11 AM to 12:30 PM Sundays, Jonesville UMC, 963 Main St., Clifton Park. During the church's STAHL (Stigma Takes Away Hope and Life) Ministry's planning for National Recovery Month, a decision was made to begin a Bible Study for the recovery community titled "Dancing with Jesus One Step at a Time." A favorite Bible among the recovery community is called the Life Recovery Bible This is the Bible that will be used for this study, as it is relevant to the Twelve Steps. Step One through Twelve will be covered along with a 13th study of the Serenity Prayer. The study will be led on a rotating basis by members of the church who are in long term Twelve Step recovery and Jonesville United Methodist Church's Pastor Youngjae Jee. You do not need to be a member of our church or even go to the church service at 9:30 a.m. prior to the Study For more information, contact Phyllis Mullaney at pam31ny@aol.com
There is something happening every Thursday at St. Paul’s Church in Castleton!
Our church is located at 1583 Carney Rd., Castleton.
Every Thursday we gather for fellowship and to Recharge. Recharge is a simple worship service for busy people who are hungry to spend time with God. This informal 30-minute worship begins at 6 PM. We sing, reflect on God’s word, and eat a meal together. After dinner is time to talk, play games, or work on an art project. It’s great to share our thoughts and experiences of God’s grace! All are welcome; come as you are and hang out as long as you wish through 8 PM.
In months with a fifth Thursday, we do an all-church mission to help those in need throughout the community and throughout the world. These specifics are announced in person and on social media at https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsCastleton/
For more information, contact Aimee Croft at anbcroft@gmail.com
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