This Week at FCCLW September 2, 2018

Published: Thu, 08/30/18

September 2, 2018

Beer & Hymns

You are invited to celebrate with us the two year anniversary of Beer and Hymns.

On Friday evening, September 7th, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, we will gather for "Beer & Hymns." What is Beer & Hymns? Is is simply an opportunity to be together, enjoy some good drink and good food, and sing some favorite hymns together!

Aioli Restaurant will host us and we will have beer, wine, soft drinks, and specially prepared dishes for purchase. This is a great opportunity to support a family-owned business.

It is also a great opportunity to invite your friends, neighbors, and family (who might not want to come to a church service) to experience the warm First Congregational family.

We look forward to being together with you!

Rainbow Interfaith Meditation

The interfaith meditation sessions on Thursday nights have been appreciated by the many who have attended. It is a great opportunity to engage a different language of spirituality.

Planning Sunday

Beginning Sunday, September 23rd, we are moving our committee meetings to the fourth Sunday after worship. As we work together in the present and dream together about the future, it will now be at the same time. Our diaconate and board of trustees will be meeting during this time as well as our other boards and teams.

Pastor's Blog

Pastor Jason recently completed his Living School program at The Center for Action and Contemplation. You can read a brief reflection on the program and see some pictures here.

House Meetings

In September and October we will be holding our annual justice ministry house meetings. These are an opportunity to take some time and listen to one another and to hear the stories that make us angry and keep us up at night. We would like everyone to consider being a part of one of these gatherings. Stay tuned for dates.

Lunchbox

Don’t miss it! Coming soon! The second movie in our series of foreign language films is a delight. “Lunchbox” is a sad, hopeful and charming movie set in Mumbai, India - the tale of a lunchbox gone astray. Our series theme is – loosely – stories of everyday people trying to reshape their everyday lives. Friday, September 14 in the church parlor. Come at 6:30 PM to share a simple potluck meal. Showtime is 7:00 PM. Questions? Call Carol Lewis or Karen Christensen.

Need a Walker or Wheelchair?

Our church currently has a small number of walkers and wheelchairs, along with a shower chair. If you or a loved one could use this equipment or if you have gently used equipment to donate, please contact Harvey Littlefield or Vickie Grimes.

Renewal Book Club

The Renewal Book Club resumes September 18 at 6:30 pm and we will be discussing The Last Ballad by Wiley Cash.

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!

Online Giving

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!