Posts by Jim C (Page 30)
Midweek Lenten Meals and Services
Wednesday night Lenten services begin next week (March 4). Evenings will start with a light supper, followed by a time of singing, prayer and a study of Lenten themes. Supper will begin at 6 PM and our service around 6:30 PM.
Women in Worship Sunday
For the last 2.5 years, having a woman in the pulpit has not been that unusual at Grace Church. Prior to that, however, it was by far the exception rather than the rule. Women are the backbone of our congregation and so for many years, we have celebrated the contributions of lay women in the congregation by having them lead the worship service. This year, we will celebrate Women in Worship Sunday on 1 February. Please join us to celebrate…
Bring on the soup
For the, I believe, 7th8th year now, Grace UCC is participating in the Souper Bowl of Caring on Super Bowl Sunday, 1 February. For the second year now, we’re competing with the other UCC churches in Fairfield County to see who can collect the most cans of soup (which will be given to Lutheran Social Services in early February to be distributed to those in need in Fairfield County). Each package of Ramen noodles (they seemed to especially like these…
Christmas Eve Services
Merry Christmas! Everyone is invited to join us as we celebrate Jesus’ birth Christmas Eve. There will be two services, one at 7 pm and the other at 11 pm. We hope to you’ll join us!
December Pastor’s Pen
As I write, the lyrics to a popular Christmas tune have begun running through my head. “It’s the most, wonderful time of the year. With the kids jingle belling and everyone telling you be of good cheer! It’s the most wonderful time of the year.†While the joy detailed in this song is normally how I feel at Christmastime, this year I’m having a little trouble “getting in the holiday spirit.†Christmas shopping is perhaps the main thing that’s frustrating…
Blood drives
For a couple of years now, we’ve hosted blood drives at the church a couple of times a year. The most recent one was this past Wednesday where we collected about 14 pints. We’ll probably be holding another one in April, we’ll try to remember to mention it here in time to put it on your schedules. Most persons over 17 years of age can give. Here are a couple of members you probably recognize doing their part. Thanx, folks.…
Chicken Noodle and other upcoming events
Sorry this blog has been so quiet of late, I’ll have another post right after this one, but it is that time of year again. One week from today is the annual Chicken Noodle dinner. There are still work slots available for signup (see sheets outside the office door or call). Here are some dates to mark on your calendars (and turn those clocks back tonight, you get an extra hour of sleep). November: 2 Nov (2:00AM) – Daylight Saving…
Rally Day – 7 Sep 2008
Folks, the summer is rapidly drawing to a close and it is time to start ramping up the fall activities. With fall comes the beginning of school and the return of Sunday School (and before too long Chicken Noodle). This Sunday morning, we’ll kick off the beginning of the fall season and the return of Sunday School for all ages at 9:15. Come join us.
August Pastor’s Pen
Hi everyone. Â Well, this is my first attempt at blogging and it could go poorly. Â But I will try to post my pastor’s pens here as faithfully as possible. Â Happy reading and pondering!
June-July sermon series and upcoming events
Just a reminder, we’re continuing to celebrate Pentecost throughout the summer and during June and July Pastor Ruth is preaching on the “Fruit of the Spirit” (Gal 5:22,23). Vacation Bible School begins next Sunday evening, 22 Jun and our 10:30 worship on 29 Jun will be held outdoors (weather permitting) and will be followed by a potluck picnic. Everyone is invited to join us for worship and these special events.