A Lenten Devotion by Ric Carl Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend hospitality to strangers. Romans 12:11-13 This picture is of Connor, Noah, Sam and me from the kitchen at the […]
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Quiet Christianity
A Lenten Devotion by Rick Seaholm I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. John 13:34-35 (NRSV) I miss my Grandma. On the […]
Sunday, March 10, 2019 Worship
Intergenerational Worship: Ephesians 4:1-5 We will commission our Lenten “pew partners” as we honor the promises we make to one another in our baptism and blessing ceremonies. This intergenerational service will include lots of participation from our children and youth, and a reaffirmation of our baptisms.
So Much More
A Lenten Devotion by Shelly Cichowlas Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom for the future. Proverbs 19:20 Muriel and I met under unusual circumstances; she was forced into retirement early due to her vision impairment and I was the person hired to replace her as a family advocate with Head […]
Ash Wednesday
A Lenten Devotion by Debbie Clark Lo, I am with you always, even to the ends of the earth. Matthew 28:20b When I was a teenager, my church, Emmaus United Church of Christ in Vienna, Virginia, established a new tradition. At the suggestion of the pastor, the Youth Group took responsibility for planning and leading […]
The Steeple, March 2019
The Steeple is our monthly newsletter, available in print from the church office or in various locations around our main building. This page displays the articles and featured events that were included in this issue. You can also see this issue, formatted as it was for print. Articles Featured Featured Events
Ash Wednesday, March 6, 2019
11:00am: Join us in the sanctuary for a simple, reflective service as we enter into the season of Lent. Followed by a simple, joyous soup lunch in Susan P. Dickerman Hall. 7:00 pm: Our confirmands and mentors will share in leading an evening Ash Wednesday service at Plymouth Church, involving prayer stations.
Ash Wednesday 2019
11:00am: Join us in the sanctuary for a simple, reflective service as we enter into the season of Lent. Followed by a simple, joyous soup lunch in Susan P. Dickerman Hall. 7:00 pm: Our confirmands and mentors will share in leading an evening Ash Wednesday service at Plymouth Church, involving prayer stations.
One Great Hour of Sharing
Sunday, March 31 The Board of Wider Mission will be taking a special collection for One Great Hour of Sharing. When you participate in the offering you become a partner in the refugee, disaster relief, and community development efforts of the United Church of Christ. Envelopes will be included in the March 31 bulletin and […]
Family Homelessness Annual Forum
Sunday, March 24 at 2:00pm Trinitarian Congregational Church in Concord Join the Advocacy Network to End Family Homelessness for their fourteenth annual forum. In Massachusetts, 200,000 families spend more than 50% of their income on housing. One event can propel them on a course toward eviction. Come hear stories of three mothers who experienced homelessness […]