Justice Ministry House
Meetings
Be sure to mark your calendar to take part in the justice ministry house meeting on November 23. These meetings have been a chance for us to hear one another's stories about what we see and experience happening in our community that makes us angry and/or sad. They are
the sacred ground from which our justice ministry blooms. You will be receiving a personal invitation from one of our team leaders: Carol Lewis, Nancy Lydon, or Marilyn Stone. The date is:
November 23rd at 1:00 PM
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Are you searching for a way to connect your child with an authentic spiritual experience that is inclusive, creative and multi-layered? A Joyful Path is truly progressive opportunity for spiritual formation that is nature centered, joy-full, compassionate, and intelligent. This behavior over belief curriculum is non-dogmatic, inter-spiritual, and heart
centered.
Last week, under the leadership of Rev. Marilyn Stone, our children began spending time together and are learning to:
- Ask questions and be curious
- Go within and find their own inner guidance and wisdom
- Stay focused and calm when needed and to discover and harness divine energy
- Be creative, share their gifts and continue learning about their passions
- To take action toward their own successes and happiness
- Find compassion for all beings, to be inclusive and tolerant, to find the divine in All
- Honor, protect, serve, and be in awe of Mother Nature
- To know the history and mythology of our world religions and spiritual paths
- To be heroes and heroines- to be brave, courageous, and to stand for peace and justice…
- And much more!
This behavior-over-belief curriculum connects children with their own inner wisdom. It teaches interdependence, self awareness, respect for nature, stillness, forgiveness, prayer, meditation, and integrity. Using the Bible and other wisdom stories, A Joyful Path helps children learn how to follow the path of Jesus, other teachers, and real life heroes in today’s
world.
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Sunday School Volunteers
We are excited about our new time and place for children to engage their spiritual lives with "A Joyful Path." We are fortunate to have Rev. Marilyn Stone facilitating this time for our elementary-aged children. Because the safety of our children when they are in our care is a priority for
us, a practice we have put in place is to always have two adults with our children. If you are willing to be our second adult for a Sunday a month during this exciting new ministry, contact Pastor Jason.
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On September 25th, we began gathering weekly for 5 Wednesdays to discuss the book. The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile.
Facilitated by Trish Fairbanks,we will meet for exploration and conversation regarding the Enneagram, the system of nine different ways of looking at the world.
Many of us have been introduced to the Enneagram in the 12-week group, “The Enneagram Journey.” Whether you have participated in that group or not, you are welcome to join us in exploring this unique look at the Enneagram. Discover what your number is or dive deeper in what it means to be your number. As Suzanne Stabile says, “This is solitary work that cannot be done alone.” The 2 books required
for the group (The Road Back to You and the accompanying Study Guide) cost $24. If you are interested in joining this group see Trish or Jason for more information.
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Dorian Relief
There are many ways our church is engaging in assisting our neighbors to the east as they recover from tremendous devastation after Hurricane Dorian. You can contribute money through the United Church of Christ to help with long term recovery efforts. Richmond
Schmidt is also collecting money and supplies to support his neighbor who is making daily runs to the islands on his deep sea fishing boat. The supplies needed are:
Water
Nonperishable food items
Toiletries
TP and Paper towels
Baby Supplies
Bleach
Tarps
Pet Food
Batteries and Flashlights/lanterns
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Potluck
Save the date on your calendar for the next potluck dinner on
Friday, November 15.
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Facebook
First, go to our page and "Like" us. However, just liking us does not mean that you will see everything we post. Each of our Facebook posts only goes to about 2% of
the people who like our page. To make sure you see everything, after you like us, go to the pull-down menu on the "Like" button and click "Get Notifications." This way everything that we post will show up on your own Facebook wall. If you are on Facebook, you can keep up with what is happening "between Sundays" on our Facebook
page. | Facebook Live
As much as we love gathering together on Sunday mornings, there are times when we are out of town or otherwise unable to be there in person.
You can now 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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