This Week February 27, 2018

Dear Folks,

May you enjoy this lovely day, a harbinger of Spring!

The Deacons will be setting up for our Wednesday Lenten Service this evening (Tuesday).  We could use a couple of strong backs, so if anyone is available at 8 P.M. for about 1/2 hour, please come by the church.  Thank you in advance!

Speaking of the Lenten Service, we are hosting tomorrow evening.  Dinner is at 6 P.M., the service at 7 P.M.  The Rev. Ken Smith is preaching.

Quiet Hour continues tomorrow morning at 10 A.M.  We will be looking at the section, "With Our Everyday Things."

Sunday, March 4, is the Third Sunday in Lent.  We will be celebrating Holy Communion.  We will also be taking the Emergency Assistance Fund offering.  The yellow envelopes will be in the pews.  The scripture is Exodus 20:1-17.  The sermon is "Love in Action".

Shelton native, Rabbi Eliana Falk, will present a program on the Jewish Passover on this Sunday, March 4 at Noon.  The HCCUCC Deacons will host a brunch following worship preceding the presentation.  Please call the church office to reserve your seat!

Women’s Fellowship will be preparing Manhattan and New England Clam Chowder and a variety of homemade breads. To place your order, sign up on the sheet in the alcove or call the church office at 203 929-1223.  Pick-up will be on Sunday, March 25^th. Chowder is $10.00 per quart. The prices on the homemade breads vary.

We will do not have a Team this year in the 30^th Annual Bowl-2-Benefit The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence but we will be collecting for those who would like to donate to this event during worship service on Sunday, March 11^th.  Please make checks out to Huntington Congregational Church with Bowl to Benefit in the memo.

Women’s Fellowship will hold their Annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on Saturday, March 17^th at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $13 for adults and $8 for children 10yrs. old and under. Hot dog dinners: two hot dogs w/vegetables are $8 and one hot dog w/chips is $4.00. Tickets will be on sale after church or you may see Karen in the office.

Women's Fellowship is collecting items for Church World Service Kits now through April 8^th. A full list of these Items can be found on the CWS table in Fellowship Hall. Also, your donations can be left in the CWS box or Women’s Fellowship box. Please see Laura Salvio with any questions.

The Huntington Center Nursery School will be holding its annual Butter Braid fundraiser. Items will be Braided Pastry & Crisps. Order forms will be available after Sunday worship in Fellowship Hall today and are due by March 11^th.

Let us pray.  O God of all creation, may we always give you thanks for the many blessings we enjoy.  Help us to not take anything for granted.  Amen.

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week February 21, 2018

Dear Folks,

I hope you are enjoying this taste of Spring today!!

This evening, the Ecumenical Lenten Service will be held at the First United Methodist Church, Rocky Rest and Long Hill Road.  Dinner is at 6 P.M., worship at 7 P.M.  I will be preaching.

This Sunday, February 25 is the Second Sunday in Lent.  We will also be celebrating Scout Sunday.  Aaron Corcino will be recognized for his completion of the God and Church program.  The scripture reading is Genesis 17:1-8, 15-16.  The sermon is "Legacy".

Women’s Fellowship is bringing back Rebecca Miller for a special tax workshop this Sunday following our service.   Refreshments will be served and all are welcome.

Shelton native, Rabbi Eliana Falk, will present a program on the Jewish Passover on Sunday, March 4 at Noon.  The HCCUCC Deacons will host a brunch following worship preceding the presentation.  Please sign up in the alcove to reserve your brunch seat!

Women’s Fellowship will be preparing Manhattan and New England Clam Chowder and a variety of homemade breads. To place your order, sign up on the sheet in the alcove or call the church office at 203 929-1223.  Pick-up will be on Sunday, February 25^th and Sunday, March 25^th. Chowder is $10.00 per quart. The prices on the homemade breads vary.

We will not have a Team this year in the 30^th Annual Bowl-2-Benefit The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence but we will be collecting for those who would like to donate to this event during worship service on Sunday, March 11^th.

Women’s Fellowship will hold their Annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on Saturday, March 17^th at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $13 for adults and $8 for children 10yrs. old and under. Hot dog dinners: two hot dogs w/vegetables are $8 and one hot dog w/chips is $4.00. Tickets will be on sale after church or you may see Karen in the office.

Women's Fellowship is collecting items for Church World Service Kits now through April 8^th. A full list of these Items can be found on the CWS table in Fellowship Hall. Also, your donations can be left in the CWS box or Women’s Fellowship box. Please see Laura Salvio with any questions.

The Huntington Center Nursery School will be holding its annual Butter Braid fundraiser. Items will be Braided Pastry & Crisps. Order forms will be available after Sunday worship in Fellowship Hall on March 4^th and are by March 11^th.

Let us pray. O God, may you walk our Lenten journey with us. Help us to reflect, repent, and return to you.  May your Holy Presence fill us with meaning and purpose.  Amen.

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

February 18, 2018 Sunday School Canceled Due to Winter Storm

Hi Folks,

Due to Winter Storm Oliver, Noah, or Dakota, depending on the news outlet, Sunday School is canceled tomorrow morning.

The Corrone baptism is also postponed until March 11.

Concerning worship tomorrow morning, please watch your email tomorrow morning and/or check WTNH or WFSB.  If you do not see an email or announcement, worship is on. The decision to cancel or not will be made around 8 A.M.

As always, if we do have worship, use your judgement on attending and please err on the side of caution.  We know that roads in Shelton vary wildly in conditions.  Be safe!

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Peace,

Rev. Lucille

This Week February 13, 2018

Dear Folks,

With Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday falling on the same day this year, I hope you all will be reminded of God's great love for us, in all its human and divine forms.

Lenten Quiet Hour begins tomorrow morning and continues Wednesdays in Lent at 10 a.m. in the church library. We continue with the book, “SIMPLE WAYS TOWARDS THE SACRED” by Gunilla Norris.

Our Ecumenical Ash Wednesday service will be tomorrow evening here at HCCUCC at 7 p.m.  Remember you are dust and to dust you shall return.  If anyone cannot make the service, but would like to receive ashes, please contact me.

My prayer day is this Thursday, February 15.  Please let me know if you have any joys or concerns you would like me to raise up.

February 18 is the First Sunday in Lent.  The scripture is Mark 1:9-15.  The sermon is "Getting Away From It All".  We will be celebrating the baptism of Thomas James Corrone.

Sunday, February 25 is Scout Sunday. 

Women’s Fellowship is bringing back Rebecca Miller for a special tax workshop on Sunday, February 25, following our service.   Refreshments will be served and all are welcome—bring a friend!  Sign up is in the alcove.

Shelton native, Rabbi Eliana Falk, will present a program on the Jewish Passover on Sunday, March 4 at Noon.  The HCCUCC Deacons will host a brunch following worship preceding the presentation.  Please sign up in the alcove to reserve your brunch seat!

Women’s Fellowship will be preparing Manhattan and New England Clam Chowder and a variety of homemade breads. To place your order, sign up on the sheet in the alcove or call the church office at 203 929-1223.  Pick-up will be on Sunday, February 25 and Sunday, March 25. Chowder is $10.00 per quart. The prices on the homemade breads vary.

We will not have a Team this year in the 30^th Annual Bowl-2-Benefit The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence but we will be collecting for those who would like to donate to this event during worship service on Sunday, March 11.

Let us pray.  O God, help us to enter this Lenten season with open ears, eyes, and hearts as we seek your presence.  May we greet the end of the 40 days with a renewed faith and commitment to you.  Amen.

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

Dear Folks,

Another week, another winter storm predicted!  Stay safe and warm!

This Sunday, February 11, is Transfiguration Sunday.  We will also be celebrating Women's Sunday and the baptism of Mila Liddel.  Full day!!  The scripture is Mark 9:-2-9.  The sermon is "Forever Changed".

Following worship this Sunday, the Christian Education Committee will be sponsoring a MARDI GRAS PANCAKE AND GAME BREAKFAST. Come for some delicious pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. We will also be playing Pictionary! There will be a free-will offering to help defray the Sunday School budget.

Our annual Lenten Quiet Hour will begin on February 14, 10 a.m. in the library.  We will be continuing the book, “SIMPLE WAYS TOWARDS THE SACRED” by Gunilla Norris. The discussion will be led by Rev. Lucille.  The sign-up sheet is located in the alcove or call the church office at 203-929-1223.

Ash Wednesday Service will be held here at HCCUCC on February 14 at 7 p.m.

Women’s Fellowship will be preparing Manhattan and New England Clam Chowder and a variety of homemade breads. To place your order, sign up  in the alcove or call the church office.  Pick-up will be on Sundays, February 25 and March 25. Chowder is $10.00 per quart. Prices on the homemade breads vary.

Women’s Fellowship is bringing back Rebecca Miller for a special tax workshop on Sunday, February 25, following our service.   Refreshments will be served and all are welcome! Sign up is in the alcove. Snow date is March 4.

The HCCUCC Choir is looking for voices to sing for Easter.  James Bruni, our Minister of Music, has an epic anthem planned!  If you would to join, please contact James or come to practice on Thursdays at 7:15 p.m.  Let's make a joyful noise!

Women's Fellowship will be collecting items for Church World Service kits until April 8^th. A full list of these Items can be found on the CWS table in Fellowship Hall. Also, your donations can be left in the CWS box or Women’s Fellowship box. Please see Laura Salvio with any questions.

Please submit your UCC/FEA dues of $12 per church member by March 1 to offset the cost for 2018. This can be done by Sunday offering, mail, mobile app, or through our website on-line giving. Thank you for your continued support and faithfulness.

Let us pray. O Holy One, may your Spirit dwell in our hearts, opening us up to our true purpose and potential in your Realm.  Help us to live your love.  Amen.

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille