Posts by Jack Patterson
Sanctuary Service Procedures
Grace Church Family and Friends, As we look everyday at the numbers of positive Covid cases in our county, state and around the country, we all continue to wonder how we will return to our sanctuary services, reuniting in our sacred space. We pray that you are safe and well, but this time of separation is becoming increasingly difficult for many. We have developed a proposed plan that will allow us to return to the sanctuary, if all can agree…
Returning to worshiping in person
Grace Family and Friends This Sunday, 20 September 2020, we will be back in the sanctuary for worship (provided Fairfield County does not move back to level 3 this Thursday). It is an exciting time for Grace. It is also a time for some caution as we continue to confront the concerns related to the virus. We feel that we can make this work if we follow some guidelines. We sent those guidelines to you in the last newsletter (they’ll…
Mindful Nature Preschool
After many years, Grace UCC again is home to a preschool. The Mindful Nature Preschool is renting space for its operation. The director, Joanna Johns, has spent many hours creating a great indoor learning space. Additionally, the playground area has been entirely redesigned to provide for outdoor learning opportunities. Pictures may be found on our website and our Facebook page. We have been working with Joanna through her licensing process. The program was licensed, meets all state standards, and is…
Game Day
GAME DAY- February 7 – Super Bowl Sunday – We are planning a game day after the worship service. Pizza and drinks provided. Bring your favorite games and snacks. Church will be casual dress that day…wear your favorite team colors! All ages are welcome! We promise we will have you home in time for the Super Bowl. Join us for fun and fellowship. Sign up sheet is on the office window.
Core Values: Part 3 – Fun/Joy
As I review the core values selected by our church, I am so pleased at how many touch upon the Fruit of the Spirit. As we read in Galations 5:22 But the Fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness. I was particularly happy that fun/joy was included. For me, church is a joyous experience. It fills me. It makes me whole. It gives me peace and joy. Nothing is a better example of this than…