This Week October 30, 2022

  

Dear Folks,

 

Hope you are staying dry on this damp and dreary day!

 

This Sunday, October 30, is the Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost.  We will be observing All Saints' Day.  The Scripture is Luke 19:1-10.  The sermon is "Climbing Higher".  The service will be on-site and live streamed on Facebook. 

 

The Pumpkin & Holly Fair is quickly approaching - Friday, November 18, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, November 19, 9:30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m.  We need all kinds of help this year.  Come and be a part of this church tradition!  Please consider donating items needed for the Fair at

 www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0a44a4ae2fa7fc1-fair 

 

Please note we are not accepting items for Santa’s Attic/Tag Sale at this time.  Please do not leave items in Reuman House.

 

Thank you to everyone who has returned their "Faith Promise"/Pledge Card.  If you have not done so, please do!  Your generosity keeps our ministry going!

 

VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT-- VRRP group is getting ready for a vetted and needy refugee family! Volunteers are needed! Donations are welcome! You can drop your donation in the basket on Sundays or you can use the on-line option on our website. For more info, contact the church.

 

FUNDS FOR CLEAN-UP BUCKETS NEEDED - With all the recent natural disasters, Women’s Fellowship is collecting monetary donations for Church World Service Clean up buckets. Checks may be made out to HCC with “Buckets” on the memo line. You can drop your donation in the bucket on Sundays or you can use the on-line option on our website. The need now is urgent. Thank you.

 

The Valley food Bank at Spooner House – food needed:  shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the “wishing well” in Fellowship Hall for your donations. Also, our Blessing Box needs to be stocked. Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. Please consider donating at our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  O God, we know that even if we cannot see you, touch you, or hear you, you are still with us, offering us your love at every moment.  We are grateful.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week October 18, 2022

 Dear Folks,

 

I hope you are all well!

 

This Sunday, October 23, is the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost. The scripture is Luke 18:9-14. The sermon is "...Not Like the Others...". The service will be on-site and Facebook live-streamed.

 

Please be sure to have November 18 & 19 marked on your calendar.  It's the 2022 Pumpkin & Holly Fair!  Watch for more details and for opportunities to help!

 

Thank you to everyone who has returned their "Faith Promise"/Pledge Card.  If you have not done so, please do!  Your generosity keeps our ministry going!

 

VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT-- VRRP group is getting ready for a vetted and needy refugee family! Volunteers are needed! Donations are welcome! You can drop your donation in the basket on Sundays or you can use the on-line option on our website. For more info, contact the church.

 

FUNDS FOR CLEAN-UP BUCKETS NEEDED - With all the recent natural disasters, Women’s Fellowship is collecting monetary donations for Church World Service Clean up buckets. Checks may be made out to HCC with “Buckets” on the memo line. You can drop your donation in the bucket on Sundays or you can use the on-line option on our website. The need now is urgent. Thank you.

 

The Valley food Bank at Spooner House – food needed:  shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the “wishing well” in Fellowship Hall for your donations. Also, our Blessing Box needs to be stocked. Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. Please consider donating at our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  O Holy One, we pray for the healing of all people in body, mind, and spirit, and the healing of all your creation. We are one. Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week October 11, 2022

 

Dear Folks,

 

I hope you enjoy the lovely Fall day!

 

My Prayer Day is this Thursday, October 13.  If you have any joys or concerns you would like me to raise up, please let me know.

 

This Sunday, October 16, is the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost. The scripture is Psalm 121. The sermon is "Helpers".  We will be celebrating a baptism.  The service will be on-site and Facebook live-streamed.

 

Sunday School will be during the church service on the second and third Sundays of the month. 

 

Confirmation Class is happening!  Parents, if you are interested in having your Ninth Grader or older involved, please contact me ASAP.

 

Thank you to everyone who has returned their "Faith Promise"/Pledge Card.  If you have not done so, please do!  Your generosity keeps our ministry going!

 

VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT-- VRRP group has moved forward with full funding, team organization, and potential housing to settle a well vetted and needy refugee family! Volunteers needed! Donations are welcome! You can drop your donation in the basket on Sundays or you can use the on-line option on our website. For more info, contact the church office.

 

FUNDS FOR CLEAN-UP BUCKETS NEEDED - With all the recent and pending storms, Women’s Fellowship is collecting monetary donations for Church World Service Clean up buckets. Checks may be made out to HCC with “Buckets” on the memo line. You can drop your donation in the bucket on Sundays or you can use the on-line option on our website. The need now is urgent. Thank you.

 

The Valley food Bank at Spooner House – food needed:  shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the “wishing well” in Fellowship Hall for your donations. Also, our Blessing Box needs to be stocked. Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. Please consider donating at our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  Thank you so much for the beauty of Autumn, O God.  It reminds us of the diversity of your creation and the magnificence of your power.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

 

 

This Week October 4, 2022

 Dear Folks,

 

Hope you are all keeping warm and dry!

 

This Sunday, October 9, is the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost. The scripture is Luke 17:11-19.  The sermon is "For Granted".  This will be an outdoor service, our last for 2022.  Please bring your own chair.  The service will be in the sanctuary in the event of bad weather.  

 

Thank you to everyone who has returned their "Faith Promise"/Pledge Card.  If you have not done so, please do!  Your generosity keeps our ministry going!

 

Confirmation Class will be starting soon!  Parents, if you are interested in having your Ninth Grader involved, please contact me ASAP.

 

Sunday School resumes on October 16.  Please contact the church office for more info.

 

VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT-- VRRP group has moved forward with full funding, team organization, and potential housing to settle a well vetted and needy refugee family! Volunteers needed! Donations are welcome! You can drop your donation in the basket on Sundays or you can use the on-line option on our website. For more info, contact the church office.

FUNDS FOR CLEAN-UP BUCKETS NEEDED - With all the recent and pending storms, Women’s Fellowship is collecting monetary donations for Church World Service Clean up buckets. Checks may be made out to HCC with “Buckets” on the memo line. You can drop your donation in the bucket on Sundays or you can use the on-line option on our website. The need now is urgent. Thank you.

 

The Valley food Bank at Spooner House – food needed:  shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the “wishing well” in Fellowship Hall for your donations. Also, our Blessing Box needs to be stocked. Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. Please consider donating at our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  O God of all, may you open our ears, our hearts, and our hands to your word, your love, and your gifts.   Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille