This Week May 28, 2024

 Dear Folks,

 

I hope you all had a blessed Memorial Day weekend.

 

This coming Sunday, June 2, is the Third Sunday after Pentecost and Gertrude and Robert Wilson Sunday.  The scripture is Mark 2:23-3:6. The sermon is "Law or Love?".  We will be celebrating Holy Communion, so be sure to have your elements ready.  Following the service, there will be ice cream in the Fellowship Hall to honor the Wilsons. 

The Valley Refugee Resettlement Project will meet on Sunday, June 2 at 3 P.M. at the Derby Neck Library or via ZOOM to plan on settling another family. Questions? Contact Bob Margolies: rmargolies@mac.com

 

The Fairfield East Association's Spring Program Meeting is a concert featuring Ellis Paul, singer and songwriter, to be held on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at the First Church Congregational UCC in Danbury, CT at 4:00 p.m. This free concert is open to all.  After the concert, will be a time of fellowship and refreshments.

 

Women’s Fellowship’s Annual Tag Sale is June 8^th, 9 to 2 (rain date is June 15).  Gently used and clean items may be donated and dropped off in Reuman House. We appreciate if you price them. Price stickers are available in the alcove. Spaces are available for $20, payable the day of the event. Donations of baked goods to sell that day are welcome!  Questions?  See Lois Ricker or Denise Wilson.

 

To commemorate our 300^th anniversary, we are putting together a Memory Book with Picture Directory. Dates for photos will be June 9th & 23rd, and August 4^th after worship (a light brunch will be provided as you wait) and September 4th at 7 p.m.  Photos for the directory are free. Photo “build your own” packages will be available for purchase.  Watch for more info!!

 

June 9 - The Strengthen the Church offering supports the expansion of ministry and growth of UCC local congregations. Support of this offering will help the UCC fulfill its commitment to creating a just world for all by investing in new ministries and practices that meet the needs of local communities. Please bring your gift to the church or visit our website: www.huntingtonucc.org to donate.  Thank you for your support!

 

Church World Service Health Kits: Women’s Fellowship is collecting items to fill kits! Needed: Hand towels, Wide tooth combs, Finger or toenail clippers, Bath size packaged bars of soap, Standard size band aids. A box for donations is in the Alcove. Questions? See Lois Ricker.

 

If you haven’t done so, please return your Capital Campaign Pledge as soon as possible! 

 

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.  Loving God, may you hear our prayers of gratitude for those who came before us who sacrificed so much to build a better world.  May we continue in their memory and honor to live lives devoted to justice, peace, freedom, and equality.  Amen.

 

In Christ love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week May 21, 2024

Dear Folks,

 

May the Spirit of Pentecost still be fresh in your hearts!

  

This coming Sunday, May 26, is Trinity Sunday.  We will be honoring our heroes in commemoration of Memorial Day.  The service will be outdoors, so please bring a chair!  In case of rain, we will be in the sanctuary.  The scripture is Romans 8:12-17.  The sermon is "Heirs of God."

 

The Valley Refugee Resettlement Project will meet on Sunday, June 2 at 3 P.M. at the Derby Neck Library or via ZOOM to plan on settling another family. Questions? Contact Bob Margolies: rmargolies@mac.com

 

Church World Service Health Kits: Women’s Fellowship is collecting items to fill kits soon! Needed: Hand towels, Wide tooth combs, Finger or toenail clippers, Bath size packaged bars of soap, Standard size band aids. A box for donations is in the Alcove. Questions? See Lois Ricker.

 

The Fairfield East Association's Spring Program Meeting is a concert featuring Ellis Paul, singer and songwriter, to be held on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at the First Church Congregational UCC in Danbury, CT at 4:00 p.m. This free concert is open to all.  After the concert, will be a time of fellowship and refreshments.

 

Women’s Fellowship’s Annual Tag Sale is June 8^th, 9 to 2 (rain date is June 15).  Gently used and clean items may be donated and dropped off in Reuman House. We appreciate if you price them. Price stickers are available in the alcove. Spaces are available for $20, payable the day of the event. Donations of baked goods to sell that day are welcome!  Questions?  See Lois Ricker or Denise Wilson.

 

The Strengthen the Church offering supports the expansion of ministry and growth of UCC local congregations. Support of this offering will help the UCC fulfill its commitment to creating a just world for all by investing in new ministries and practices that meet the needs of local communities. The 2024 offering date is JUNE 9.  Please bring your gift to the church or visit our website: www.huntingtonucc.org to donate.  Thank you for your support!

 

The Valley Food Bank at Spooner House – There is a list of needed items in the Alcove.  Please pick up a copy. Please use the box in the Alcove for donations. The Blessing Box also needs to be stocked. Our Spooner House Meal is on the 3^rd Tuesday of each month. Questions? See Holly or Gerry Fassbender.

 

Funds For Clean-Up Buckets Needed - 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.

 

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 wind and flame and dove.  Continue to send your Holy Spirit into our hearts that we may be filled with determination, courage, and passion to be your love in this world.  Amen.

 

In Christ love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week May 14, 2024

 Dear Folk,

 

I hope you are having a great week!

 

This Sunday, May 19, is PENTECOST.  The scriptures are Ezekial 37:1-14 and Acts 2:1-21.  The sermon is "Resuscitated".  Please be sure to wear red as we celebrate the birthday of Christ's Church!

 

Our May 26 service will be an Outdoor Worship. Please bring a chair and join us!  In case of rain, we will be in the sanctuary.

 

Women’s Fellowship is collecting items to fill Church World Service Health kits soon! Needed: Hand towels, Wide tooth combs, Finger or toenail clippers, Bath size packaged bars of soap, Standard size band aids. A box for donations is in the Alcove. Questions? See Lois Ricker.

 

The Valley Refugee Resettlement Project will be meeting on Sunday, June 3 at 3 P.M. at the Derby Neck Library or via ZOOM, to reorganize to settle another family.  Contact Bob Margolies for more info at: rmargolies@mac.com

 

Women’s Fellowship’s Annual Tag Sale is June 8^th, 9 to 2 (rain date is June 15).  Gently used and clean items may be donated and dropped off in Reuman House. We appreciate if you price them. Price stickers are available in the alcove. Spaces are available for $20, payable the day of the event. Donations of baked goods to sell that day are welcome!  Questions?  See Lois Ricker or Denise Wilson.

 

The Valley Food Bank at Spooner House – There is a list of needed items in the Alcove.  Please pick up a copy. Please use the box in the Alcove for donations. The Blessing Box also needs to be stocked.  Our Spooner House Meal is on the 3^rd Tuesday of each month. Questions? See Holly or Gerry Fassbender.

 

Funds For Clean-Up Buckets Needed - 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.

 

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 power and strength, as the day of Pentecost approaches, may you open us up to the wind and the fire of your Spirit that our lives may be filled with the passion of your love.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week May 7, 2024

  

Dear Folks,

 

Make sure you get a chance to enjoy the beautiful day!

 

My prayer day is this Thursday, May 9.  Please let me know if you have any joys or concerns you would like me to lift up to God.

 

If you haven't already, register ASAP for our 14th Church Auction, which is happening on Saturday, May 11 at 6 P.M.  The catalogue is available on the HCCUCC website at:  14th Annual Church Auction May 11, 2024 – Huntington Congregational Church (huntingtonucc.org) Scroll to the bottom on the page.  It's going to be EPIC!!

 

This Sunday, May 12, is the Seventh Sunday of Easter.  The scripture is John 17:6-19.  The sermon is "Beloved Community".  We will be celebrating 3 baptisms!  In honor of Mother's Day, Women's Fellowship will be giving out flowers to our women.

 

Sunday is also CHURCH WORLD SERVICE BLANKET SUNDAY - Every year, we take this offering to reach out with love to touch those in need. Last year thousands of CWS Blankets were distributed throughout the U.S. and across the globe. Share your blessings and increase the outreach this year. Envelopes will be in the pews, or you may us our electronic fund transfer option on our website.   

     

Capital Campaign Pledges are due May 19. Please return your pledges as soon as possible! We are over halfway to our goal.  Thank you to all who have already given and/or pledged.   

 

Our May 26 service will be an Outdoor Worship. Please bring a chair and join us!  In case of rain, we will be in the sanctuary.

 

Women’s Fellowship is collecting items to fill Church World Service Health kits soon! Needed: Hand towels, Wide tooth combs, Finger or toenail clippers, Bath size packaged bars of soap, Standard size band aids. A box for donations is in the Alcove. Questions? See Lois Ricker.

 

The Valley Refugee Resettlement Project will be meeting on Sunday, June 3 at 3 P.M. at the Derby Neck Library or via ZOOM, to reorganize to settle another family.  Contact Bob Margolies for more info at: rmargolies@mac.com

 

Women’s Fellowship’s Annual Tag Sale is June 8^th, 9 to 2 (rain date is June 15).  Gently used and clean items may be donated and dropped off in Reuman House. We appreciate if you price them. Price stickers are available in the alcove. Spaces are available for $20, payable the day of the event. Donations of baked goods to sell that day are welcome!  Questions?  See Lois Ricker or Denise Wilson.

 

The Valley Food Bank at Spooner House – There is a list of needed items in the Alcove.  Please pick up a copy. Please use the box in the Alcove for donations. The Blessing Box also needs to be stocked.  Our Spooner House Meal is on the 3^rd Tuesday of each month. Questions? See Holly or Gerry Fassbender.

 

Funds For Clean-Up Buckets Needed - 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.

 

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 love and grace, may you hold us always in your care as we face all the facets of human life, the good, the bad, the beautiful and the ugly.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille