This Week at FCCLW 10/19/14

Published: Thu, 10/16/14


October 19, 2014                                                                                 

 
          
 
Zimbabwe Night

On Friday, October 17 at 6:30 pm there will be a potluck followed by a presentation by Carol and Karen Lewis on their summer Mission Trip to Zimbabwe.

The founder of Journey Partners, the sponsoring organization, will also be joining us from North Carolina to give some history and information about future mission opportunities. There will also be some jewelry from native crafters and door prizes. Join us and bring a friend!


New-comers' Lunch


On October 26th, we will hold a lunch and informational gathering for those interested in becoming members or just learning more about First Congregational United Church of Christ. For those who have expressed interest in joining this is the gathering for you - so save the date!
 
The Daily



This Sunday we talked about clearing out the idols in our lives so we can enter more fully into a trusting relationship with God (you can watch the sermon here. One way to do that is by setting time aside in our day to nurture our relationship with God through scripture, prayer, meditation, and/or devotional reading. You can find helps in doing this right on our church website. Most days, we post "The Daily" which lists daily lectionary readings, and links to some inspirational daily devotions. You can find it here each morning.

Blessed to Be a Blessing


Beginning October 19th we will begin a new series, "Blessed to Be a Blessing," exploring how God uses people (and churches!) just like us to bless the world around us. You can read more on our website.
 
 
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Renewal Book Club

Hamburgers and Hot Dogs by Rob Shindler is a book chosen by the UCC to be read this month throughout the wider church to highlight the problem of adult illiteracy as a social justice issue. This funny, informative, and heartwarming book is the true story of the author's volunteering to become a literacy teacher so he could teach his own twelve year old son with learning disabilities how to read. On October 21st at 6:30 PM, the book club will meet in the parlor to discuss this very inspiring book.  Contact Carol Lewis for details.
 
Online Giving

Have you explored the opportunity of electronic giving? You can choose to have a set amount taken from your bank account on a regular basis or you can make a one (or more) time gift by checking account or credit card on our website. Your regular electronic giving means that your gift is available for ministry even when you are away (or forgot your checkbook!). Thank you for your continued support of the ministry of First Congregational Church!

 
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