The Christmas season is a time when the juxtaposition of the sacred and secular feels sometimes blatantly opposed, and sometimes quite blurred. The word “sacred” points to something dedicated as
“holy” and “set apart.” This year, you are invited to a spiritual journey of seeing ALL things pregnant with the Holy. What could our experience of the Advent and Christmas season be like if we lived it imagining that everything is reflecting the sacred? Join us for the Sundays of Advent as we engage the sacredness of all of life in word, music, and practice. This week, we engaged the idea of sacred time, waiting for hope. You can watch Pastor Jason's sermon on our website. Next week, we will reflect on the sacredness of all people. You can download a journal to guide your advent
reflections. If you are able, send us pictures of how you are practicing sacred time this week.You can email to [email protected] or text to 561-891-9339. Order of worship here. |
Ornament for the Christmas Tree Do you have a Christmas ornament you would like to share with us during Advent? Bring a favorite to place on our tree in the narthex. |
We have
begun taking orders. A full menu along with the Order Form can be found here or you may pick up an Order Form at worship on Sundays through December 4th. You may contact Janet at 561-964-3749; [email protected] or Susan at 561-312-2586; [email protected] and/or [email protected] to place your order or with any questions. |
Join us for a meal following worship on Sunday, December 11. Bring your favorite holiday dish...from scratch, bought, or delivered! You are invited to join us for our Christmas Eve service at 7:00 PM as we continue to "reflect the sacred" in worship together. If you do not drive at night and
need a ride, please let us know so we can make arrangements. |
Peanut Butter Drive Update Thank you so much to all who donated to the CROS Ministries Peanut Butter Drive. We collected 174 jars! Thanks for your generosity and love. |
- Grocery Bags
- Peanut Butter
- Pouches of Tuna and/or chicken
- Canned Vegetables (tab top and/or single serve sizes are best)
- Ravioli, Spaghetti, Beefaroni (tab top)
- Canned Soups/Stews (tab top)
- Single serve ready to eat
meals
| We are in desperate need of the following mens' clothing items: - T-Shirts sizes L & XL
- Socks
- Boxer Briefs sizes L & XL
- Athletic shorts sizes L &
XL
- Backpacks
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Dan Hecker, Mark Stanford, Barbara Forsyth, Harvey Littlefield, Gary Sitler, Terry Ralston, Pat Gregg, Victor Stanley, Bob and Gail Howell, Brigitte Ermansons, The Zook Family, Barbara Derryberry, The Family of Bob Davis, The Gonzalez Family, The Spangler Family for the
loss of Benjamin, The Stone Family, Bob Lily |
Thursday Morning Chat & Fellowship
Join us on Thursday mornings at 10:00 for virtual chat and fellowship in our “virtual parlor.”
You can join us by clicking here. The password, if you need it, is fcclw. If you join us by computer, clicking the link will download the necessary software and take you right into the “parlor.” If you are joining on your smart phone or pad, you will need to download the Zoom app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. You can also call 646-558-8656 and enter Meeting ID: 718 419 400 and then Passcode: 839769.
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Connect with our congregation and community through our YouTube channel. Watch (and share) sermon and
teaching videos, as well as videos from our life together. Be sure to subscribe and share with others.
Go to our Facebook page and "like" us. To make sure you see everything from us, go to the pull-down menu and click "Get Notification."
As much as we love gathering together on Sundays, there are times when we are out of town or unable to be together in person. You can watch our worship service live on Facebook right on your computer, tablet, or smart phone. At 10:30 on Sunday, just head over to our Facebook page and join us!
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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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