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Haiti 2018
During the summer of 2018 a group from our church went to Carrefour, Haiti. We stayed and played with the children at the Good Shepherd Orphanage. We also worked doing outreach and community clean-up with Pastor Evan’s church, Legliz Pot Etwat (Church of the Narrow Gate), in Gresseir, Haiti. It was a life-changing experience. Click…
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BELLS OF PEACE
Bells of Peace at First Congregational Church Special Bell Ringing on November 11, 2018, at 11:00 am. Handbell musicians across America are invited to toll bells in their communities to commemorate the centennial of the armistice that brought an end to hostilities in what Americans fervently hoped had been “the war to end all wars”. …
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Holiday Bazaar
PHOTO WITH SANTA Mark the date. November 17th 9am to 3pm. Area crafters will be available with items for purchase just in time for the holidays. Al-Van will be having their annual cookie caper, and we can’t forget the Garden Club and their display of holiday cheer. Hope to see you there.
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1ST ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF
Chili Cook-Off Saturday, November 10, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Break out your chili pot and find that secret recipe! We are looking for cooks who want to put their chili up to see if it will be selected as FCC’s best. If you’re not a cook, stop in on November 10 and spend an enjoyable evening, sampling some very tasty chili offered up by our…
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Hayride at the Roods
Hayride at the Roods October 14th @ 1 p.m. The annual Hayride at the Rood Farm is ready to go. Hay rides will begin at 1:30 p.m. Following the hayride there will be cider and desserts to share. Bring a friend to this fabulous event. This event has been taking place for 30 years. It…
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MEET THE MONSTERS
Wednesday, October 31st, 5:30 – 7:00pm Help the Monsters fight hunger Entry fee – canned good, non-perishable food
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Vespers on the Bluff
We watched the sunset as we joined together in worship and song for Wednesday evenings Vespers on the bluff. What a beautiful way to feel close to God as the cool breeze calmed our souls and opened our hearts. Vespers is a sunset evening prayer service in the Orthodox, Roman Catholic and Eastern Catholic, Anglican, and…
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25 Years Of Service
The celebration for Pastor Dick’s 25 years of service at First Congregational Church UCC was well attended by both friends and family. Thank you to Sue Murphey for planning this event. Not only did we have great fellowship, good food and interesting conversations, but we also have the pleasure of Art Ayers as DJ with…
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August 22nd – BLAST At the Beach!
The final summer BLAST will be held at Pilgrim Haven Beach. (This is located on 18th Avenue, off of 77th Street). This is the site of the former church camp that was op- erated by the United Church of Christ. There is good parking and easy access to the beach on a concrete path. Activities will…
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“Blueberry Pie Bake-a-thon”
It’s that time again. BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL. You know what that means? BLUEBERRY PIE BAKE-A-THON. This is one of our biggest fundraisers and we need everyones help. Our goal is to have 500 pies, at least 200 turnovers and bluerberry creations from those of you who cook at home. I have included this message from Theresa…
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BLAST/Family Fun Night
BLAST is a summer VBS type event for all ages. Singles, families, children, and couples. Each month there will be a special evening program that will include a meal. On July 25th it is BLAST/Family fun night. This event will start outside with games from 6 to 6:30 which will include a Ga Ga Pit and Frisbee…
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BOOMER AND BEYOND LUNCH
The first “Boomers and Beyond” luncheon was a great success. Twenty five to thirty people joined together to share lunch and fellowship. No speeches, no collections, no fundraising, no agenda. Just pure fellowship!! If you weren’t able to join us, watch the newsletter and calendar for one coming up in August. Great food, great fun,…
