This Sunday we conitnued our engagement with Season of Creation by observing Humanity Sunday. You can find the service here. 

Our spiritual practice this month is "Wandering in Nature," as suggested by Bill Plotkin in his book Soulcraft: Crossing into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche (pp. 168-169). We receive it through the Center for Action and Contemplation.

“Go wandering [in nature]. Bring your journal…. Wander aimlessly until you feel called by something that draws your attention, by way of an attraction, a curiosity, an allurement, a repulsion, a fear…. Whatever it is, sit and observe it closely for a good length of time. Interact with your senses, offer your full visual and aural attention to the Other. Record in your journal what you observe.

“Then introduce yourself, out loud—yes, out loud.… Tell this being about yourself.… Tell the truth, your deepest, most intimate truth. In addition to ordinary human language, you might choose to speak with song, poetry … movement, gesture, dance. Then, using the same speech options, tell that being everything about it you have noticed…. Keep communicating no matter what…until it interrupts you.

“Then stop and listen. Listen with your ears, eyes, nose, skin, intuition, feeling, and imagination…. In your journal, record and/or draw what happens. Offer the Other your gratitude and a gift….a song, a dance, a lock of hair, praise…some water….

“Enter your conversations with the Others with the intention of learning about them and developing a relationship, but don’t be surprised if you thereby discover more about yourself.” And, Richard Rohr adds, more about God who created them.

Thank You Victor!

We appreciate Rev. Victor Stanley leading us in worship last Sunday while Pastor Jason was away. You can watch the service here.

On Sunday October 6th, we are inviting our community to come and experience Lake Worth United Church of Christ. We will have postcards and social media tools you can use to spread the word!

How do you want to be treated?

There’s a phrase, commonly known as The Golden Rule, that simply states: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” A version of this teaching can be found in almost every major religion. This universal rule holds the power to bring people together. And it just might help us be the best version of ourselves in the coming weeks and months.

You are invited to join us for a new worship series beginning Sunday, October 6th  at 10:30 on-site at the campus of Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día at 1415 North K ST in Lake Worth Beach or online at lakeworthucc.org/DUO. It will be an experience of inspiring music, practical teaching, and a warm welcome.

Our first Justice Ministry Listening Meeting of the year will be Friday evening, September 20th at 7:00 PM at the church office and via Zoom. Caol Lewis will facilitate this meeting where we will tell our stories of problems we see in our community and renew our commitment as a church to practicing justice. You can join us in person in the church office or online here.

Laudato Si' 

In observance of Season of Creation, beginning September 11th, we will spend four weeks discussing Laudato Si'. Laudato Si' was the first encyclical (fancy word for letter) written by Pope Francis. We  began last week by watching a movie called "The Letter." Then we will discuss two chapters a week for the next three weeks. We will be meeting in person in the office and here on Zoom at 7:00 PM. You can find a copy of Laudato si' here.

On Saturday October 5th we will be walking and running in the CROS Hustle to End Hunger. We are a diamond sponsor of the event his year! You can sign up to walk or run here. You can donate to team Lake Worth UCC here.

The Prom

On Sunday, October 6th, at 2:00 PM we are going as a group to see the musical The Prom at Lake Worth Playhouse. Tickets are $40. See Marilyn Stone to purchase a ticket.

Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small town prom, they know that it's time to put a spotlight on the issue.and themselves. The town's parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow-but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to transform lives, Broadway's brassiest join forces with a courageous girl and the town's citizens and the result is love that brings them all together. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, The Prom expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever.

Coffee & Conversation

Join us at 10:00 on Thursday mornings onsite at 1415 North K ST in Lake Worth Beach or online here (note new link) for coffee and conversation!

• Grocery Bags
• Peanut Butter
• Pouches of Tuna and/or chicken
• Canned Vegetables (tab top and/or single serve sizes are best)
• Ravioli, Spaghetti, Beefaroni (tab top)
• Canned Soups/Stews (tab top)
• Single serve ready to eat meals

We are in desperate need of the following mens' clothing items: 

• T-Shirts sizes L & XL
• Socks
• Boxer Briefs sizes L & XL
• Athletic shorts sizes L & XL
• Backpacks