From the Minister
"we no one anything, except to love one another; for the one who loves
another has fulfilled the law….. Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore,
love is the fulfilling of the law." -Romans 13:8,10
Brothers and sisters in Christ,
When did we become so angry? I'm not just talking about the angry rhetoric across
political divides, or the rage expressed on the roadways and supermarket checkout
lines. It seems our blood goes from simmer to boil easier these days. Even our
children have become school yard bullies. With the violence that has unfolded
across our nation recently the conversation is all about a return to civility.
But I'm wondering where our civility went. Were we once more civilized?
"An advanced state of human society, in which a high level of culture,
science, industry, and government has been reached" is a definition for
civilization. It's a modern word, reaching back only into the 1700's. It is
based on the word civil, which pertains to citizens, those who belong to a community.
So have we become a post civilized people? We are certainly an advanced society
according to the definition, but have we lost our sense of belonging to a community?
Are we no longer civil-no longer citizens living for the better of the community?
So why have things changed? Is it because we care more about individual rights
than community rights? Is it because we have a sense of entitlement-the world
owes us? Is it because we demand respect without feeling the need to earn it?
I don't know. What I do know, is that love is the answer.
Now before you start humming a few bars of "all you need is love, all you
need is love, love. Love is all you need" and then dismiss this as the
ramblings of an aging preacher longing for a bygone era, consider Paul's words
as an exhortation of how to live in a diverse community. Love does no wrong
to a neighbor. There is a definition of love, an agape love-does no wrong to
a neighbor- which is prescriptive for communities experiencing discord. Love
is prescriptive for a world experiencing discord.
Jesus came to make disciples to build up community, to usher in God's kingdom.
Communities of justice, mercy, kindness and peace. Cornel West prods us to "remember
that justice is what love looks like in public." So let us love. Let us
love by seeking justice. Let us love by practicing peace. Let us love by forgiving
as we are forgiven. Let us love by doing no harm to our neighbors, and thus
fulfill God's law.
With prayers of love and peace,
Katherine
At Home Bible Study
Jesus Is Tested in the Wilderness
Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is
good; love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another
in showing honor. 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 12:9-13
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Thoughts for Reflection
In Paul's letter to the church in Rome he calls us to integrate God into all
facets of our lives. Paul envisions that when we seek God first our behavior
will be rightly ordered, creating community rather than breaking it down. Paul
calls us to genuine love. What does genuine love look like in our lives? Where
do we struggle to love? Who do we show honor to? And how? Is it always necessary
to be patient in suffering or are there times to be active about changing situations
that cause suffering? How do we care for the saints- the holy ones within the
Christian community? What does hospitality to strangers require of us?
Continuing
& Special Events with Katherine & Office Schedule:
Wednesday Morning Worship with Communion
Come and be uplifted as we gather in the Chapel to worship God, hear Scripture,
and celebrate Communion. The service will run from 7 to 7:30 am, followed by
a light breakfast (or at least a cup of coffee to go!) More
Info.
Bible Study
6-7 PM on Tuesday evenings
10:30 AM on Thursdays
Christian Life Series
7 pm, 3rd Wednesdays, October-June
Spirituality Groups
7-8:30 PM, 4th Wednesdays
Confirmation Class
Confirmation Class in process..
Church Office Hours
The church office is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 1 PM.
Dates to Remember
Saturday, February 5, 8:30-noon
Leadership Workshop. This is a workshop for the leaders of our
church. If you are an officer, serve on a committee, teach Sunday School,
or want to strengthen your leadership ability, please come. We will look at
relationships, focusing on communication skills.
Sundays, February 6 and 12, Noon-1:30
Girl Scout Faith Badges: This is a workshop for the Girl Scouts
of the First Congregational Church. We will be developing a deeper understanding
of our faith. The Girl Scouts will receive their faith pins on Girl Scout
Sunday, March 5th during our worship service.
Wednesday, February 23, 6:00 pm dinner, 7:00 pm talk
Parenting 101, lead by Rev. Don Remick: Rev. Don Remick, our Area Minister,
will be talking about Goals of Behavior as a basis for communication and behavioral
interaction. Don has great wisdom and insight, please come, learn and share.
If you would like to join us for a dinner with Don prior to the talk please
RSVP to Alison at (978) 663-8433.
Saturday, March 12
Women's Retreat, Saturday, March 12
We will be holding a full day retreat at FCCB, a time for women to reconnect
with themselves and their sisters in Christ. Come and be renewed!
Notes from the Diaconate
The Diaconate said good-bye to Cindy Tomlin and Jean Button
in January. We thank them for their years of service to the ministry of the
church. We welcomed Donna Ricarte, Tammy Potter and Joe Bowker who joined
us bringing a wide range of gifts and talents to the Diaconate. Lynne Hildreth
and Jerry Simmons will be Senior Deacons.
Occasionally, you may see a clipboard with a sign-up sheet passed around during
the worship service. Please sign up to be a scripture reader, a greeter or
a snack host if you can. Thank you to those of you who have agreed to be readers,
greeters and snack hosts. Your help makes a world of difference!
Christian Life Series
How do we live our faith? This series helps us grow in faith and discipleship.
Rev. Katherine Adams and guests will lead discussions that explore what it
means to be a disciple of Christ in our daily living. Developing and strengthening
relationships will be central to our discussions. Parents are especially encouraged
to attend. Childcare will be provided.
Discussions will be on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, October through
June, at 7:00 PM:
Feb 16 Talking with Teens about Drugs and Alcohol
Mar 16 Strengthening Your Marriage
Apr 20 Caring for the Caregiver
May 18 Christian values, morals & ethics
Jun 15 Finances and Faith
A MESSAGE FROM THE DISCERNING STUDENT
From Our Incare Student, Sheila Vitale
Dear Friends,
I recently had the opportunity to read a wonderful book titled Take This
Bread by Sara Miles. Sara Miles was a cook and writer for many years in
South America before returning to San Francisco with her daughter. A former
editor at Mother Jones magazine she is the founder and director of the food
pantry at St. Gregory of Nyssa Episcopal Church in San Francisco where she
serves as Director of Ministry. Sara has written several books that include
Jesus Freak: Feeding Healing Raising the Dead and Take This Bread: A Radical
Conversion. Sara preaches and leads workshops around the country. She has
appeared in the New York Times Magazine, the New Yorker, and on National Public
Radio.
Her faith became about action, taste and see. What action could Sara take?
Just as Sara was contemplating the action to take the school her daughter
attended brought the realization of hunger to her. The realization of knowing
that most of her daughter's classmates were eligible for free lunch and how
one young boys wish for more food caused Sara to investigate the needs of
her community. Sara states, "that picture in the back of my head was
getting clearer. It was communion, but with free groceries instead of bread
and wine. With the "everyone" of 'Jesus invites everyone to his
table' so that more sinners and outcasts could share the feast. She thought
this is what she is supposed to do: feed the sheep.
"
Sara began the food pantry out of a community need but it soon became much
more to her than meeting that need. She found the act of giving food to the
needy was much like serving communion. Sara often referred to the pantries
mission as serving communion; not just handing out food but being with others,
listening and praying. When the food pantry began it served about 250 people
but has grown to over 1200 people and sometimes serves as many as 1800 people.
The book is beautiful and descriptive in a way that draws you in to the experience
of communion and the communion of the food pantry as she has experienced them.
The language is simple and easy to follow. This book is something everyone
will enjoy.
Blessings,
Sheila Vitali
Nominating
Committee
Thank You!
...to all who accepted a call to serve on a committee this year.
Your willingness to serve makes the mission of this church possible.
After the new appointments were voted on at the annual meeting, there are
still a number of vacancies, including on the Deacons, Nominating Committee,
Religious Education Committee, the Stewardship Committee, and the Congregational
Relations Committee. If you are interested in serving on any of these committees,
please contact a member of the Nominating Committee.
Again, thank you. - Andrew Jennings
The Senior High Sunday School invites you to find
your
At the Senior
High Class Home Sweet Home Dinner. They will share what they have learned
about Homelessness…and what you and I can do to work with others to
combat this crisis.
February 5th
6-8:30PM
Dale Hall
First Congregational Church
18 Andover Road
The
class will be making their famous shelter dinner…the same one they prepare
when they provide meals at homeless shelters on their mission trips!
Lasagna
Salad
Garlic Bread
Surprise Dessert
Please
join us! The proceeds will benefit the Senior High Class Mission Trip.
Tickets:
Adult $8
Child (under 12) $5
Family (2 adults, 2 children) $20
Tickets can be purchased from members of the Senior High Class
as well as their advisors, Brent Davis and Barbara Daverin, 978-663-3115.
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FCCB by the Numbers
Attendance:
| 12/24 |
Worship |
140 (7pm) |
Sunday School |
na |
| 12/24 |
Worship |
NA(8:30 PM) |
Sunday School |
NA |
| 12/26 |
Worship |
93 |
Sunday School |
NA |
| 01/02 |
Worship |
76 |
Sunday School |
NA |
| 01/09 |
Worship |
142 |
Sunday School |
47 |
| 01/16 |
Worship |
123 |
Sunday School |
34 |
Offerings:
| Date |
General Fd |
Outreach FD |
Deacons FD |
| 12/19 |
$4832 |
$367 |
$4941 |
| 12/24 |
$3176 |
$172 |
$127 |
| 12/26 |
$5262 |
$167 |
$884 |
| 01/02 |
$2375 |
$82 |
$10 |
| 01/09 |
$3520 |
$306 |
$607 |
| 01/16 |
$3048 |
$238 |
$232 |
Our Average weekly General Fund expenses are $4370. Thank you for your continued
prayers of support and financial stewardship to support the work of the Church.
The
Outreach Committee Report
The Billerica Food Pantry
176 items were donated this month. Thank you for continuing to share what
you can with those in our community who are in need. The next food collection
occurs on February 6th, which is "Soup"er Bowl Sunday, coordinated
by our youth and RE committee. Please bring items that support that theme
if you are able!
Donations
We voted to send $300 to the Save Darfur Coalition. This group's efforts are
mainly aimed at ending the genocide in Darfur, by working towards peace for
all Sudan, the protection of civilians, and justice and accountability for
the crimes committed. Please visit http://www.savedarfur.org/pages/learn
for more information about this lifesaving mission.
Lowell Transitional Living Center Dinner
The Lowell Transitional Living Center (LTLC) is a community supported, non-profit
organization that provides a safe, temporary shelter for homeless men and
women in the Greater Lowell area, including Billerica residents. For so many
who have lost hope, they can find it again here. At the Lowell Transitional
Living Center, the mission is making positive changes in people's lives as
they seek to end homelessness in our community. For more info, please visit
http://ltlc.org/.
The Outreach Committee, along with Pastor and Jon Adams, prepared and served
dinner to the clients of the LTLC on Saturday, January 22nd. The clients and
staff were very appreciative of these efforts and the change of menu from
the usual Saturday hot dogs and beans. Many thanks to Nita Owen for her leadership
and coordination of this event!
Outdoor Church of Cambridge
Our group is looking forward to visiting and worshipping with the Outdoor
Church of Cambridge on February 20th. We will be taking clean white socks
with us. If you would like to donate, please bring socks to church any time
before February 20th and we will make sure to take them with us, as these
are items that are always in need and always appreciated.
Thank you for all the ways you support our group.
Jenny Carmichael
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Is Good Stewardship Dull?
Were you ever envious of the Prodigal Son? The Prodigal
Son has to be one of the worst stewards in the Bible. He squandered
all of his assets, and had to humble himself to go home.
But for a brief while the Prodigal Son had a blast.
He had numerous friends and the times felt good. But his riches did
not last and he returned home.
But what happened when the Prodigal Son returned? There
was a party. The Prodigal Son's father had the resources to throw a
great party when it was appropriate.
Yes, good stewardship requires patience, and often requires sacrifice,
particularly deferral of immediate gratification. But good stewardship
need not be dull and boring. Indeed good stewardship over the long term,
can provide the resources to fully celebrate life's most important events.
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Religious Education
Please join us on February 6th for Soup for Souper Bowl.
Bring a can of soup to church and wear your favorite Superbowl attire.
Parents, please send a can of soup with your child to Family Service. Proceeds
will go to the Billerica Food Pantry. A "TAILGATING LUNCHEON"
will take place in Dale Hall after the service. We will be serving appetizers,
snacks, and of course, soup. "TAILGATING" food donations are welcome,
but please "PRETAILGATE" any hot items at home. No propane grills
please!! For more information please contact the RE Committee.
We are pleased to announce that our proposal to hire an individual
to fill the role of Director of Christian Education has been approved at
the annual meeting. This position will replace the role of the Sunday school
superintendent. It will be filled on a year trial with the intent to re-evaluate
and vote on a permanent paid position in 2012. We will begin to work on
publicizing the position and developing a search committee to interview
potential candidates. Information regarding our progress will be posted
in upcoming Lanterns.
Dawn Salter
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Date for the Calendar:
February 6 - Soup for Souper Bowl Luncheon following the service
in Dale Hall
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Pilgrim Fellowship
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Date
|
Time
|
Event
|
Assigned
Parent
|
| Feb
6 |
5-half
time |
Super
Bowl Party |
Laura |
| Feb
13 |
11:30-4 |
Movie
day for kids |
Kendra/Cameron |
| Feb
20 |
NO
PF
|
| Feb
27 |
|
Snow
Tubing |
Nicole |
| Mar 6 |
No PF |
|
|
| Mar
13 |
11:30-1:30 |
Plan
Easter Service |
Mike |
| Mar
20 |
11:30-1:30 |
|
Molly |
| Mar
25-27 |
1:00 |
Leave
time for weekend trip |
Courtney |
Parents looking to celebrate Valentines' Day one day early,
the youth will be offering a movie day for children (who are out of diapers)
for five dollars per person from 11:30 to 4:00. So you can bring your love
out for lunch and a movie.
- Debbie MacEachern
Aim
Hi
Meetings:
Third Thursdays except January
Next Meeting:The next meeting
of Aim-Hi will be February 17th. Aim-Hi meets once a month on the third
Thursday at noon. We always welcome new members. We will be sending thank
you packages to the servicemen on our list in the spring. We thank those
who contribute to the GI Foot Locker. The money is used to purchase supplies
to send to these servicemen.
We encourage the
congregation to use the addresses below and send a short note or greeting
card to these young people while they are away from home. It means so
much to them and their families.
Donna Ricarte
The current addresses of the service personnel
overseas are:
Ryan Allen
25 FS
PSC 3 Box 4308
APO AP 96266 - 0043
SFC Robinson, Kevin A
94th MP Co.
APO AE 09344
Blinn, Mark P.F.C.
Loc # 1718MCCES
Box 786253
29 Palms, CA 92278-8253
Cpl Shane Q. Gallagher, USMC
3rd Reconnaissance BLT
Alpha Co
Unit 36180
FPO AP 96602
Sgt. Matthew Kreisz
A Co TF 3/197th
Camp Buehring
APO AE 09330
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If anyone in the congregation knows of other
young people who are serving our country overseas, please provide us with
their address. The information can be given to June Orne at 603-883-6721
(june62123@aol.com.com) or Donna
Ricarte at 978-663-4043 (dpugsly@yahoo.com)
or call the church office at 978-773-8433.
Notes from the Music Committee
We are especially grateful for Stephanie Norman's devoted
service to the music committee as her term ends. She has kept us organized
and took care of the myriad details that arose between meetings. We look
forward to having Joann Chittick and Cindy Tomlin join the committee. The
next meeting is February 13 after church.
Brendan Kenney continues to be an inspiration to the music program, and
we are excited that he is officially the permanent Music Director and Organist
for the coming year.
April Goss-Baker has been teaching the Junior choir to grace our worship
with their songs. Thanks go to her and the children for this effort.
The senior choir is taking a bit of respite and reflecting on the state
of the music program. Input from the congregation is welcome. Please jot
a note, send an email or see Glenda Lovegrove, Phyllis Jennings, June Orne,
or Brendan Kenney with your comments.
Phyllis Jennings, secretary
NEXT
MEETING
WEDNESDAY
FEBRUARY 9, 2011
12:30 P.M.
If you are homebound or feel that
you would like phone calls or visits by any of our shepherds,please contact
one of our members.
Our shepherds who
are available are: Betty & Dennis Blanchette, Ruth Boutilier, Andrew Jennings,
Pat Hefler, Glenda Lovegrove,
Wanda Lordan, & Audrey Schwartz.
Audrey Schwartz 978 663-3239 or Glenda Lovegrove 978 667-3596
United Church
of Christ News
Dues are due. Part of our responsibility as members of the
UCC is to financially support our association, conference and the National
office. This church is assessed $17.00 per member as of Dec. 31. Those of
you who pledge with envelopes will notice a dues envelope in the box which
will help FCCB pay the bill. If you prefer not to use envelopes, you can
place a check in the offering plate or send it to the financial secretary,
Bob Slack.
This money helps support the volunteers and church staff
who in turn help our churches. It keeps workshops for pastors and church
leaders affordable. It provides a wealth of aids to all aspects of church
work. Rev. Katherine avails herself of many of the resources of the association
and conference. Our church has used the support during the interim and search
process, in helping Sheila discern her call, and when establishing new positions
like CE director and Music director. Further information about the dues
is posted on a downstairs bulletin board.
-Phyllis Jennings, MACUCC delegate
You are invited
to the 3rd Annual
Valentine's Progressive Supper
If you are new to our church and
would like the opportunity to meet other adults or if you feel
you are out of touch with your church family or if you just
need to get out for a fun filled evening of adult company and
good food, please join us.
Our 3rd Annual Valentine's Progressive Supper
will be held
Saturday, February, 12, 6:30 PM
starting with appetizers
We are all sweethearts, single or couples, so come along for
the fun and great food.
Host homes:
Appetizers Bruce & Lynne Hildreth's, 15 Ironwood
St.
978-663-4727
Salad Lou & Dianne Cornaro's, 20
Ironwood St.
978-667-4440
Soup Jackie & Phip Phippen's 410 Middlesex
Tpk.
978-663-6264
Dessert JP & Maryanne Durand's 27
Simonds Farm Rd.
978-667-4239
To volunteer to help prepare a course or offer
a prepared dish, please call the hosts. Please bring your own
beverage.
For those wishing to attend, there is a sign
up sheet on the bulletin board going into Dale Hall. February
6 is the deadline to sign up. The cost is $10 per person (well
worth it for the delectable food that is served.) Call if you
would like a ride.
Lynne Hildreth 978-663-4727/Maryanne Durand
978-667-4239
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From Your Go-Green Committee
FEBRUARY IS "MUG" LAUNCH MONTH
We encourage each of you to bring your own beverage container to church
each Sunday to use and then take home. This simple act will help decrease
our consumption of paper and plastic products. To those who prefer to
use our paper coffee cups and find one too hot, we have purchased disposable
cup rings for you to use in place of using 2 cups. Using either your
own mug or a coffee ring will not only save us money but also help us
Go Green.
If you don't have an insulated mug and would like one, Bob Miner is
willing to purchase one or more for you through Equal Exchange for only
$2.50 each. Please see him at church or call him @ 978-667-2961 in January
to order yours for use starting February 6th.
Sunday Bulletins
If you are not taking your Sunday bulletin home to use and then
recycle, please place it in either recycle container located just outside
our sanctuary exits. This will help our ushers at the end of each Sunday
service.
Did you know?
Did you know that our Pastor and helpers were now using rechargeable
batteries to help our church Go Green?
I thank everyone who is helping our church in our efforts to GO GREEN.
We can make a difference in saving and making our planet a better place
in which to live.
- Linda Miner on behalf of your Go Green Committee
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Recycling Guidelines
|
|
Material
|
What
to Recycle
|
How
to Prepare
|
Do
Not Include
|
| Paper |
Newspaper
& Inserts
Magazines
Junk Mail
Catalogs
Office paper
Glossy paper, etc.
|
Place
in paper bag or place in recycle bin. |
DON'T
use plastic bags to hold any recycling
NO soiled paper |
| Cardboard |
Corrugated |
Flatten
& cut no larger than 30"x30" & no thicker
than 8"
Tie or tape
Remove all packing & liners. |
NO
pizza boxes
NO soiled material
NO milk or juice cartons |
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Paper
& Cardboard go together
|
| Plastic |
Containers
1-7
Food & beverage containers
Detergent bottles
|
Rinse
clean & remove lids
Labels OK |
NO
plastic bags or shrink wrap
NO styrofoam |
| Glass |
Jars
& bottles (all colors) |
Rinse
clean & remove lids
Labels OK
|
NO
broken glass
NO Pyrex/ceramics
NO window glass |
| Metal |
Aluminum,
steel & tin cans |
Rinse
clean
Labels OK |
NO
other metal items
NO aerosol or paint cans
NO aluminum foil or pans |
|
Plastic
- Glass - Metal go together
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Flowers:
February 2011
February 6 - Given in loving memory of Mary Rounds by her family.
February 13 - Given by Harold and Jackie Phippin in loving memory
of their parents, Laurence and Dorothea Phippen and Parker and Hazel
Williams.
February 20 - Given by the Isabella Anstey in loving memory
of her parents, Mary and Rae Sutherland..
February 27 - Given by Mr. a& Mrs. Allard in loving memory
of Bob's father, Almon Allard, and his mother, Christine Allard, and
Marilyn's father, William Mann, and her mother, Helen Mann.
On the piano: flowers are placed in loving memory of
Betsy Burton by Steve, Erin, Kristen, Ken, Lindsay, Samantha and also
by Al and Ellie Melendy.
On the lectern: flowers are given in memory of Lisa Jollimore
on her fifth anniversary by her family.
If you would like to donate flowers on any Sunday, please contact Jeannette
Rohnstock (978-663-6804)
PASSAGES: Births, Baptisms, New
Members, Weddings and Memorial Services
Baptisms
January 23,2010
Ava McKenzie Phippen
Funerals/Memorial Services
December 20,2010
William E. Summerhays
January 3, 2011
Rachel L. Goding
January 8, 2011
John Stephens
January 15, 2011
Mary Pasho
HELP WANTED
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Help!
We
are looking for a few good men and women who might like to help
with one-time or occasional tasks. We know that some people are
unable to commit to a committee, but that they understand the need
for many hands. See if you have some time to offer for one or another
of the tasks below.
- Telephone
duty on Sunday mornings from 9:00-10:00 am to answer any questions
or take messages. Please sign up on Bulletin Board across from
Pastor's office.
- Volunteers
to assist our station leaders
in Vacation Bible School, July 26-30, 9am-12noon. If you are available
to help, please contact Nicole Toner or Rev. Katherine.
- Nursery
room aides during church service.
If you love little ones, the sign-up list is near the nursery.
- Volunteers
to assist with the Sunday school program for next fall.
We are looking for teachers (weekly or every other week),
substitute teachers, classroom helpers, hall
monitors and nursery coverage. Anyone who would be
interested, please contact Pat Rogers 978-663-8121 or the RE Committee.
- Someone
with an SLR digital camera
who is willing to work on the photo directory? Please contact
Susan McLay if you are willing to help.
- Organizational
tasks involving books,cabinets, shelves, bulletin boards, etc.
There is no time limit. This could be done on your own schedule.
See Rev. Katherine for suggestions.
- Providing
coffee/tea/cold drinks for Sunday morning coffee hour. (See
Bob Miner if you'd like to help..)
- Providing
a snack for Sunday morning coffee hour. Sign up on the list
beside the kitchen door for a specific week. Suggestions /directions
are posted.
- Membership
Database help. A lot of work is needed to maintain our database
and keep the data current. If you have simple computer skills
and some time to help out, speak to Lynne Hildreth.
Please help.
Alas, there is no monetary reward, but you will have our heartfelt
appreciation and, of course, many stars in your crown.
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Thank
You's and Notes
FROM ALISON
Thank you to Audrey Schwartz andand Erick AndersSon for their
help in the delivery of the Januaryissue of The Lantern!
FROM the Nominating Committee
Thank you to all who accepted a call to serve on a committee this year.
Your willingness to serve makes the mission of this church possible.
After the new appointments were voted on at the annual meeting, there
are still a number of vacancies, including on the Deacons, Nominating
Committee, Religious Education Committee, the Stewardship Committee,
and the Congregational Relations Committee. If you are interested in
serving on any of these committees, please contact a member of the Nominating
Committee.
Again, thank you. - Andrew Jennings
Lantern on the Web
The Lantern is on the web each month in its entirety and Joe Bowker
has also volunteered to email the newsletter to anyone who requests
it. To reduce our mailing costs, if you would like to read it on line
at http://www.firstcongo.org
or have it emailed to you, please let me know.
As of September you could also read the Lantern on Facebook. For information
on accessing it there, please go to
First Congregational Facebook
Page.
If you are willing to read or receive your Lantern on line, would
you please send Alison or Lynne Hildreth an e-mail or you could mark
your okay on the pewpads.
Next Lantern
Deadline: Sunday, February 20, 2011
The newsletter written and mailed the week of February 20 will include
the news for the entire month of March.
