First Congregational Church of Southampton

First Congregational Church of Southampton
United Church of Christ
212 College Highway, P.O. Box 145
Southampton, MA 01073
Phone: (413) 527-1173

Weekly Update

04/26/2009

www.shcong.org

Rev. Dee’s E-mail: revdee@shcong.org

Church Office E-Mail: churchoffice@shcong.org

Church Office: 527-1173

http://www.shcong.org

SCHEDULE

Sun. 26 “Kids Helping Animals”

Food Basket Sunday

Mon. 27 Film Night, “Fireproof”, 7 p.m.

Wed. 29 Prayer Group, 9 am

Interfaith Community Cot Shelter meal in Northampton,

contact David Burt at 527-1227 or at

davidburt@charter.net

Sun. May 3 New Member Sunday

UCC Annual Meeting, Hampshire Association, 2-5:30 pm, First Churches, Northampton. All are invited. Free. See bulletin board downstairs for details.

LOOKING AHEAD

Mon. May 4 Missions Meeting 7:15 pm

Tues. May 5 Finance Meeting, 7 pm

Wed. May 6 Prayer Group, 9 am

Thurs. May 7 Holy Rollers meets to roll bandages

at the home of Paula Rapalus

Church Council, 7 pm

Sun. May 10 Mother’s Day

Community Chorus Concert, 4 p.m.

Sat. May 16 Tag Sale 9 am- 2pm

Cornerstone Material due May 20, 2009

Rev. Dee’s Office Hours:

Monday 1-4; Tuesday 1-4; Wednesday 1-4

*please call in advance, as Rev. Dee’s hours are subject to change. Thank you.

Prayers for Healing: Doug W., Dorothy, Marian C., Nico, Gene D., Joanne, Ruth M., Nicky, Merrilyn H., David, Adele, Walter N., Wally R., Norma, Priscilla, Diane, Barbara C., Ellen, Donna O., Nancy M., Colin Q., Heather, and Anne

Prayers for Presence: Marcia Henrick and Family, Richard LeClerc and Family, Jim & Helen Sears, Inez, for our church school, all teachers, for our country’s new leaders, for our troops wherever they are stationed, for our world neighbors in their various needs, for those in our own lives who face new challenges, for the people and leaders of Israel and Palestine, and for those encountering job loss

Prayers for those in the Military: Michael Alderman, Capt. David Moran, Lance Corporals Rachel Lacroix Keefe, and Matthew Keefe.

Condolences are extended to Marian Cawrse and her family on the loss of member Len Cawrse who peacefully entered into eternal life on Friday, April 24th. In lieu of visits

at the Loomis House, Marian will receive brief visits from friends and well wishers on Wednesday April 29, from 1-3 pm, at her home, 10 Parc Place, Unit 3 in Southampton. There will be a Memorial Service for Len held at the First Congregational Church of Southampton on Saturday, May 2nd at 11 am. Prayers and expressions of sympathy and concern may be sent to Marian Cawrse at the Loomis House or her home in Southampton: Marian Cawrse 10 Parc Place, Unit 3, Southampton, MA 01073 or Marian Cawrse c/o Loomis House, Founders Hall, 298 Jarvis Avenue, Holyoke, MA 01040

Condolences are also extended to Barry Searle on the loss of his brother-in-law, Bill Jackson.

THANK YOU

. . .you for gracing us with your presence

. . .to Ushers/Greeters, Bob and Lori Bednarsky

. . .to Bill Bray, our “guest” organist

. . .to our special musicians for today: Sue Rigali, Michael Thornton,

Peter Thornton, and Audrey Pierce

. . .to Finance and Operations for providing Coffee Hour

. . .to Nursery Coordinator, Flannery Wiemer

. . .Flower Chair, Terry Vogel at (413) 203-1742 or at

foghollowfarm@charter.net

FLOWERS this morning are given by Sue Teece in celebration of the marriage of Kurt Vollinger to Stephanie Wiedemann

ANNOUNCEMENTS

A BELATED THANK YOU Thank- you to Bill O’Grady for naming “The First Congregational Church of Southampton, UCC” as a designated charity recipient for the tips received for his participation in a charitable event at Opa-Opa Restaurant a few weeks ago. Approximately $975.00 in tips were given to Bill as a “celebrity server” at this event! Thank you, Bill, and thank you to all who donated!

CALLING ALL ANIMAL LOVERS!!! K.H.A. (Kids Helping Animals) in conjunction with the Missions Committee will soon be holding a fundraiser to raise funds for the care and support of our 4-legged friends in the Pioneer Valley. So be on the lookout and learn how we all can make a difference. You can also check out our website@http://mysite.verizon.net/savannah399/ (no www) or call Savannah Waters@527-0549 for more info.

BIG Y STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM: Bev Ruszala is the person to see if you need Big Y gift cards. She will receive your orders and distribute the cards during coffee hour. Order forms (available on the table in the Old Sunday School Room or online) may also be placed in the “Green Box” which Beverly checks each week. Please keep in mind that April is 6% month!

EPILEPSY BENEFIT WALK: Wally Rapalus will be walking on May 16^th, along the Charles River in Boston, to raise money for the Epilepsy Foundation. Help make a difference in the lives of those living with epilepsy. Wally will be receiving your pledges in the Parish Hall during Coffee Hour. Thank you.

CHURCH CLEAN-UP DAY: Thank you to everyone who pitched in and gave their time and effort to help “spruce up” our church building and grounds! Thank you also to the Trustees who keep things running too! We appreciate it!

STAR ISLAND SUMMER CAMP: Portsmouth, New Hampshire offers church camp programs for individuals, adults, and families. It is operated by the Star Island, United Church of Christ (SIUCC) and is open and welcoming to all. Information about camp programs is available in the church office. For more information, please visit www.starisucc.com or www.starisland.org. Details are also posted downstairs on the bulletin board.

PARENTS PLEASE NOTE: There are children’s bulletins and Bible activities available on the table in the narthex area (outside the sanctuary) for your children to participate in the weekly Bible lesson during worship or to take home with you. Please be sure to pick one up! Also, a take home family devotion book called, “This Season at Home” is available for our families on the tables both downstairs and upstairs. This guidebook has activities for families to enrich their spiritual lives. Please take a copy.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR COFFEE HOUR HOSTS: Please make sure that coffee hour refreshments do not contain any form of peanuts or tree nut products! Any contact (even when not consumed) can trigger serious health danger for some in our congregation. If you have any questions, please see Rev. Dee or contact Diana Belisle at # 527-8235. Also, there is a list posted on the refrigerator with suggestions for coffee hour snacks, in case you need it.

FLOWERS: Terry Vogel is our Sunday flower coordinator. She may be reached at (413) 203-1742, and at foghollowfarm@charter.net Please let Terry know if you would like to donate your flowers to those who may be shut in, hospitalized, or in need of a cheerful pick-me-up. The Flower Sign-Up clip board is hanging on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall.

If you no longer wish to receive this weekly update or other church news, please e-mail Rev. Dee at revdee@shcong.org and we will remove your e-mail address from the list. Also, if you change your e-mail address, please let us know if you wish to continue receiving church e-mail.

We hope you all have a pleasant and peaceful week.

		First Congregational Church of Southampton United Church of Christ 212 College Highway, P.O. Box 145 Southampton, MA 01073 Phone: (413) 527-1173
	Home Information: Our Beliefs Worship Service Christian Education Pastor Staff Youth Group Directions History Committees: Trustees Church Council Diaconate Finance and Stewardship Hospitality Missions Nominating Publications: Weekly Newsletters(Email) Cornerstone Forms(Rental,Big Y) Special Programs: Big Y Gift Cards Links: United Church of Christ(Nat'l) United Church of Christ(MA) God is Still Speaking * Opens new window	Weekly Update 04/26/2009 www.shcong.org Rev. Dee’s E-mail: revdee@shcong.org Church Office E-Mail: churchoffice@shcong.org Church Office: 527-1173 http://www.shcong.org SCHEDULE Sun. 26 “Kids Helping Animals” Food Basket Sunday Mon. 27 Film Night, “Fireproof”, 7 p.m. Wed. 29 Prayer Group, 9 am Interfaith Community Cot Shelter meal in Northampton, contact David Burt at 527-1227 or at davidburt@charter.net Sun. May 3 New Member Sunday UCC Annual Meeting, Hampshire Association, 2-5:30 pm, First Churches, Northampton. All are invited. Free. See bulletin board downstairs for details. LOOKING AHEAD Mon. May 4 Missions Meeting 7:15 pm Tues. May 5 Finance Meeting, 7 pm Wed. May 6 Prayer Group, 9 am Thurs. May 7 Holy Rollers meets to roll bandages at the home of Paula Rapalus Church Council, 7 pm Sun. May 10 Mother’s Day Community Chorus Concert, 4 p.m. Sat. May 16 Tag Sale 9 am- 2pm *Cornerstone Material due May 20, 2009* Rev. Dee’s Office Hours: Monday 1-4; Tuesday 1-4; Wednesday 1-4 please call in advance, as Rev. Dee’s hours are subject to change. Thank you. Prayers for Healing:* Doug W., Dorothy, Marian C., Nico, Gene D., Joanne, Ruth M., Nicky, Merrilyn H., David, Adele, Walter N., Wally R., Norma, Priscilla, Diane, Barbara C., Ellen, Donna O., Nancy M., Colin Q., Heather, and Anne Prayers for Presence: Marcia Henrick and Family, Richard LeClerc and Family, Jim & Helen Sears, Inez, for our church school, all teachers, for our country’s new leaders, for our troops wherever they are stationed, for our world neighbors in their various needs, for those in our own lives who face new challenges, for the people and leaders of Israel and Palestine, and for those encountering job loss Prayers for those in the Military: Michael Alderman, Capt. David Moran, Lance Corporals Rachel Lacroix Keefe, and Matthew Keefe. Condolences are extended to Marian Cawrse and her family on the loss of member Len Cawrse who peacefully entered into eternal life on Friday, April 24th. In lieu of visits at the Loomis House, Marian will receive brief visits from friends and well wishers on Wednesday April 29, from 1-3 pm, at her home, 10 Parc Place, Unit 3 in Southampton. There will be a Memorial Service for Len held at the First Congregational Church of Southampton on Saturday, May 2nd at 11 am. Prayers and expressions of sympathy and concern may be sent to Marian Cawrse at the Loomis House or her home in Southampton: Marian Cawrse 10 Parc Place, Unit 3, Southampton, MA 01073 or Marian Cawrse c/o Loomis House, Founders Hall, 298 Jarvis Avenue, Holyoke, MA 01040 Condolences are also extended to Barry Searle on the loss of his brother-in-law, Bill Jackson. THANK YOU . . .you for gracing us with your presence . . .to Ushers/Greeters, Bob and Lori Bednarsky . . .to Bill Bray, our “guest” organist . . .to our special musicians for today: Sue Rigali, Michael Thornton, Peter Thornton, and Audrey Pierce . . .to Finance and Operations for providing Coffee Hour . . .to Nursery Coordinator, Flannery Wiemer . . .Flower Chair, Terry Vogel at (413) 203-1742 or at foghollowfarm@charter.net FLOWERS this morning are given by Sue Teece in celebration of the marriage of Kurt Vollinger to Stephanie Wiedemann ANNOUNCEMENTS A BELATED THANK YOU Thank- you to Bill O’Grady for naming “The First Congregational Church of Southampton, UCC” as a designated charity recipient for the tips received for his participation in a charitable event at Opa-Opa Restaurant a few weeks ago. Approximately $975.00 in tips were given to Bill as a “celebrity server” at this event! Thank you, Bill, and thank you to all who donated! CALLING ALL ANIMAL LOVERS!!! K.H.A. (Kids Helping Animals) in conjunction with the Missions Committee will soon be holding a fundraiser to raise funds for the care and support of our 4-legged friends in the Pioneer Valley. So be on the lookout and learn how we all can make a difference. You can also check out our website@http://mysite.verizon.net/savannah399/ (no www) or call Savannah Waters@527-0549 for more info. BIG Y STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM: Bev Ruszala is the person to see if you need Big Y gift cards. She will receive your orders and distribute the cards during coffee hour. Order forms (available on the table in the Old Sunday School Room or online) may also be placed in the “Green Box” which Beverly checks each week. Please keep in mind that April is 6% month! EPILEPSY BENEFIT WALK: Wally Rapalus will be walking on May 16^th, along the Charles River in Boston, to raise money for the Epilepsy Foundation. Help make a difference in the lives of those living with epilepsy. Wally will be receiving your pledges in the Parish Hall during Coffee Hour. Thank you. CHURCH CLEAN-UP DAY: Thank you to everyone who pitched in and gave their time and effort to help “spruce up” our church building and grounds! Thank you also to the Trustees who keep things running too! We appreciate it! STAR ISLAND SUMMER CAMP: Portsmouth, New Hampshire offers church camp programs for individuals, adults, and families. It is operated by the Star Island, United Church of Christ (SIUCC) and is open and welcoming to all. Information about camp programs is available in the church office. For more information, please visit www.starisucc.com or www.starisland.org. Details are also posted downstairs on the bulletin board. PARENTS PLEASE NOTE: There are children’s bulletins and Bible activities available on the table in the narthex area (outside the sanctuary) for your children to participate in the weekly Bible lesson during worship or to take home with you. Please be sure to pick one up! Also, a take home family devotion book called, “This Season at Home” is available for our families on the tables both downstairs and upstairs. This guidebook has activities for families to enrich their spiritual lives. Please take a copy. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR COFFEE HOUR HOSTS: Please make sure that coffee hour refreshments *do not contain any form of peanuts or tree nut products!* Any contact (even when not consumed) can trigger serious health danger for some in our congregation. If you have any questions, please see Rev. Dee or contact Diana Belisle at # 527-8235. Also, there is a list posted on the refrigerator with suggestions for coffee hour snacks, in case you need it. FLOWERS: Terry Vogel is our Sunday flower coordinator. She may be reached at (413) 203-1742, and at foghollowfarm@charter.net Please let Terry know if you would like to donate your flowers to those who may be shut in, hospitalized, or in need of a cheerful pick-me-up. The Flower Sign-Up clip board is hanging on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall. If you no longer wish to receive this weekly update or other church news, please e-mail Rev. Dee at revdee@shcong.org and we will remove your e-mail address from the list. Also, if you change your e-mail address, please let us know if you wish to continue receiving church e-mail. We hope you all have a pleasant and peaceful week.