FROM RB’S DESK

Signs of Spring have begun in earnest! The forsythia bushes are bright yellow, some have mulched and trimmed their gardens and lawns. The “peepers” are here, singing at dusk each night and its light jacket weather most of the time!

Spring is a busy time in the life of the church as well! We have events the reflect that change and I encourage you all to come and join us! We have Shake It Up Sunday with special music and DEAL A MEAL AND MORE AUCTION after worship this week this week, and in May we have Mission Awareness Sunday, Mother’s Day, Confirmation and Memorial Day services. All reflect Pilgrims Church’s investment in quality worship and community involvement. You will also see volunteer opportunities to help with the Yard Sale, building a Float for the July Fourth Parade, and helping with Sabbatical planning. We have two Bible studies beginning and a Music program that is offering wonderful events in May and June that can use your help!

All this before Summer arrives!

I hope you’ll join us in some capacity. The challenge of church life is trying to be all things to all people, but my philosophy is to try to involve as many of you in specific ministries and events that fit those things that build your faith! You will see, over the summer and fall, a great call in understanding a new concept in church involvement with your gifts and “call”: to serve. Watch for announcements!

God is always doing some new thing, in our hearts, in the world, in our church. Like seeds waiting for spring to come, the Spirit works in us! How can Pilgrim Church help YOU grow as a disciple of Jesus this spring? Let’s get together and get to know one another. It’s time to reconnect with God and with one another. It’s time for the snow to melt. It’s time to grow—grow in connection, grow in community, grow as disciples, grow in service, grow in numbers.

I’m so grateful to be your pastor, and I’m excited to see what God will do!

RB

The Genesis Youth Group will be meeting this Friday, April 26th in the new kitchen from 5:30 – 7:30 making pizzas for dinner and cookies to donate to the Deal-A-Meal!

The Middle School Youth Group will be volunteering at Holly Hill Farm this Saturday, April 27th. We’ll be meeting in the church parking lot at 12:30, returning by 4:00!

The High School Youth Group will be meeting on Sunday, April 28th in the new kitchen at 5:30 for pizza making and more!

Pine Street Inn ~ there is still time!

We will be collecting cookies, brownies, and bars (homemade or store bought) for Pine Street Inn, Monday, April 22nd - Thursday, April 25th in the narthex of the church. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!

Deal-A-Meal and More –

this Sunday – immediately after church

Are you ready to bid! Deal-A-Meal, a live auction, will take place in Fellowship Hall during coffee hour this Sunday,

April 28. We have 31 great and varied offerings to bid on including home made cookies and dinner feasts, a sunset boat-ride, a weekend in a guesthouse, repainting your date board, a facial, babysitting, ukulele lessons, parties, filling your outdoor planter, a car detailing by your senior pastor, and more. Be sure to look at the auction bidding list to see all 31 items available. Click HERE to see the list.

Greg Hunter and Bob Mustard are our auctioneers! We’re sure to have a great time while raising dollars for our Sabbatical Fund.

Bring cash or your checkbook with you for the auction!

If you are unable to join us on Sunday, you can still participate by making an early bid. Send your bid (be sure you are very clear which item you are bidding on – please include both the item number and description) to the office or to Lynne.Devnew@gmail.com by Friday night. Your bid will be used to start the bidding for that item! 

Pilgrim Pantry's Current Needs

April is here and it is time for spring cleaning. Let's help our pantry friends by donating Windex, disinfectant cleaners, paper towels and sponges. Our next pantry day is this Saturday, April 27th. Thank you for your continued support!

Mother’s Day Sing with your child

Mother’s Day is Sunday May 12th. We would like to offer the opportunity for Mothers to sing with their children. All mothers are welcome to join in, even if your child is not present, or is grown, or living across the country. 

The song is simple, but evocative, and easy to learn. Please join us after service this Sunday, April 21st to learn this song. After 15 minutes of Fellowship time, please come to the choir room (with your children if they would like to sing) for a short, 20 minute rehearsal. Thank you!

~ Claire DeCusati, Music Director

We are sad to announce that Wylie Barrow a longtime and beloved member of Pilgrim Church passed away peacefully on Monday night. Please keep Helen and their family in your prayers.



We are sad to announce that Robert Dente, a longtime and beloved member of Pilgrim Church passed away this week.

Please keep Bob's family and friends in your prayers.

Mission Education Sunday – May 5^th After Church

Join the committee after church on Sunday,

May 5th during coffee hour and meet many of the organizations that Pilgrim supports throughout the year. Learn from representatives about the services they provide and how you can become involved.   

Organizations that will be available include:

• DARI
• Duxbury Senior Center
• Duxbury Student Union
• Magical Moon
• Pilgrim Coalition for the Homeless
• Holy Joe’s Café
• South Shore Youth Conference
• Pine Street Inn



Please join us after service for some refreshments and learn more about the programs we as a congregation support.  Looking forward to seeing you there.  

YARD SALE

A Community Yard Sale at Pilgrim Church will be held on Saturday, May 18th from 10:00 to 3:00. Join the fun and fellowship. You can come to shop or purchase your own table to sell your items. Tables are $50 each and you keep all proceeds. Or you can get together with a friend(s) and split a table to clear your shelves at home of unwanted treasures, books, toys, jewelry, etc. Set up will be Friday night, the 17th, 5:00 to 7:00 or Saturday morning, the 18th, 8:00-10:00.

Proceeds from the sale of tables will support our outreach and mission programs. See you there.

Registration forms are available at church or HERE.

Any questions, email Lindy Keay at keay99@outlook.com.

REVISITING OUR CONFIRMATION

ADULT CONVERSATION AND STUDY CLASS

Remember your Confirmation? If you actually had an experience?



Join us for our REVISITING CONFIRMATION Study as we look back on our experiences and revisit the basics that we teach, now as an adult. We will look at What we believe, the Bible, understanding God, Jesus and the Spirit, our polity (Governance) and the UCC. All are welcome whether you had a Confirmation experience or not! Let’s have some fun!

4 Week Class, Mondays, April 29th - May 20th at 6:30 PM.

in the Youth Room with RB

Today is Administrative Professionals Day! And we are blessed with the gifts and talents of Melissa! We recognize and celebrate Melissa’s work on behalf of our church. Drop her a note of thanks and appreciation at office@uccduxbury.org. 

"Hear America Singing"

Songs for the people & the American Songbook

Saturday, April 27th at 7:30 PM

Sunday, April 28th at 4:00 PM

Saint Luke's

465 First Parish Rd.

Scituate, MA

Tickets $25/ Seniors $23 / Free 18 & under

Contact Susan Taylor - 781-934-2375