There is a lot of getting back to “normal” after Easter is over. Until this time next year, the waiting period of Lent is over; Ash Wednesday is over; Easter baskets sold at full price are over; the Good Friday silent observances, over; Sunrise, Easter morning and Easter feasting, and Easter egg hunts, over; and the Resurrection Sunday sermon is over.

But the discovery and practice of our faith is NEVER OVER! We continue to understand that our understanding of the transformation of Jesus from this suffering human on the cross to the loving and all-powerful Lord whose life reverberated with a moving message of love, power and hope will never be over!

As Pastors, we now turn our attention to things of spring and preparation; Pentecost, Confirmation, and community events to bring people in to enjoy the wonders of our church and faith.

BUT YOU NEED TO BE INVOLVED!

Because of Jesus’ his infinite love for us he not only died for us, he lived for us. And we are called to be involved in celebrating His love in community! Jesus continues to change hearts and consequently the world as we know it. Nothing could be more relevant than this.

Resurrection Sunday is proof that no one can keep love down and Jesus was and still is a powerful example for us to follow to live meaningful and loving lives. Please read our blasts, Facebook pages, website and newsletters to see all the events and opportunities we have offered for Community and come to church to be involved!



Peace and Blessings

RB

The Genesis youth group will be meeting Friday at noon at the Duxbury library for lunch, then watching the 1:00 showing of Wonka!

Pine Street Inn

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!

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. 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

May 2024 Pilgrim's Progress

If you have any information you would like to be included in the May 2024 Pilgrim's Progress newsletter, please send it to Melissa by Wednesday, April 24th. Thank you!

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.

Deal-A-Meal

April 28th after worship

Are you ready to bid! Deal-A-Meal, a live auction, will take place in Fellowship Hall during coffee hour on Sunday, April 28. We have lots of 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, a made to order costume, guitar or ukulele lessons, parties, filling your outdoor planter, and more. A list of items donated thus far is attached. Click HERE for the complete 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’d still like to contribute an item to the auction, please email your name, phone number, email address, and a brief description of your donation to the office by this Sunday, April 21 (office@uccduxbury.org)

Or click HERE for a form. We’ll have donation forms available during Fellowship Hour also.

PRE DEAL A MEAL OPPORTUNITY PLYMOUTH PHILHARMONIC

TWO TICKETS FOR THE SEASON FINALE

"THE QUEENS OF ROCK AND ROLL" for APRIL 28th

https://philpress.plymouthphil.org/.../AQi0qBMQhaseGNz...

Silent Bidding open until Sunday, April 21st , call the church to bid on these amazing tickets or do so on Sunday!

Winner will be announced on Sunday, April 21st.

• Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 pm
• Memorial Hall, Plymouth
• 2 seats, Mezzanine M4, Row D, Seats 48 and 49 (excellent seats)

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

"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